D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 22, r. 22-A4415

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 22-A4415 - DECISION OF THE DIRECTOR

4415.1

The Director may require informal, non-binding mediation between the parties before issuing a final decision if, due to the nature of the dispute, the Director considers it to be in the best interests of the District.

4415.2

The Director shall appoint one (1) or more individuals who have not participated substantially in the matter in dispute to conduct the mediation described in subsection 4415.1.

4415.3

The Director shall make a final written decision based upon the grant file, other documents filed by the parties, and the testimony and evidence presented at the hearing in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

4415.4

The final decision of the Director shall include the following:

(a) A description of the dispute;

(b) Reference to the pertinent grant terms, regulations or statutes;

(c) A statement of the factual areas of agreement and disagreement;

(d) A determination sustaining or overruling the determination of the Grant Officer, in whole or in part, with the reason for the determination; and

(e) If all or any part of the Grant Officer's determination has been determined to be valid, a determination of any monetary settlement, the grant adjustment to be made, or other relief to be granted.

4415.5

The Director shall deliver or send by certified mail, a copy of the final decision to the grantee, and shall provide a copy to the Grant Officer for inclusion in the grant file.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 22, r. 22-A4415

Final Rulemaking published at 54 DCR 11052 (November 16, 2007)