Serving a population of more than 260,000 and an area of 725 square miles,
  the Madison County Mental Health Board (MCMHB):

• Was Formed in 1966 ... When voters established a local tax to fund mental health services for county residents.
  
  
• Is Called the "708 Board"... Since the referendum approving the annual levied tax (not to exceed .15%) passed under the enabling legislation of the Community Mental Health Act (Illinois House Bill 708).
  
  
• Defines/Plans/Funds/Monitors Facilities & Services... Provided to persons/families dealing with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or substance abuse.
  
  
• Contracts with 15 Area Service Providers...Funds 26 other programs/services, and a three-person staff, all within an annual budget of under $3 million.
  
  
• Is comprised of a diverse group of county residents Representing local groups such as:
  
  
  Health Departments
  School Boards
  Medical Societies
  Lay Associations
  Welfare Boards
  Labor/Business/Civic Groups
  Hospital Boards
  The General Public