The Commission shall have the following duties and responsibilities: The Commission shall: Develop priorities for serving children, youth and families based on State-mandated goals for child well-being; Advocate for the implementation of the County's priorities for services to children, youth and families; Monitor service delivery and recommend improvements to the responsible entity providing services to children, youth and families, and Function as an authority and policy maker for all agencies, organizations and service providers receiving State funding to handle issues impacting children, youth and families. The Commission shall collect and analyze statistical data on children, youth and families to determine data trends in Prince George's County. The Commission shall create and maintain a five (5) year plan for children, youth and families based on data analyses that will improve and/or implement services within the County. The Commission shall hold at least one (1) public forum each year to educate the public on issues related to children, youth and families, and on occasion shall hold public hearings to obtain input and opinions from the community at large that can be used to help formulate new policies or amend or repeal existing policies. The Commission shall serve as a review board to assess and make recommendations regarding public funding of proposals for services to children, youth and families in the County when requested. The Commission shall adhere to its Local Management Board Policies and Procedures Manual. Commission members, through their coordination, planning and monitoring, shall help ensure that the continuum of services throughout the County remains efficient and effective.