Section 15-120-5 - Purpose of grants(a) The purpose of the grants is to assist in the establishment and development of economically viable community-based economic development activities or community-based enterprises and to provide technical assistance to community-based organizations.(b) Grant funds may be used to cover costs such as, but not limited to, administration and personnel, training and education, technical assistance, organizational development and planning, and advertising and marketing; provided that such costs are directly related to and used exclusively for the establishment and development of the community-based economic development activity or community-based enterprise, or the provision of technical assistance. Grant funds shall not be used for capital improvements, equipment, salaries or other compensation, insurance, rent, utilities, or other non-exclusive, normal operating expenses.(c) Grants shall be made on based on the program's strategic plan and priorities and the recommendations of the council.[Eff MAY 15 2020] (Auth: HRS § 210D-8) (Imp: HRS §§ 210D-8 and 210D-11)