Section 39.04.01.701 - PROGRAM CRITERIA AND LIMITATIONSThe allocation program is designed to provide the greatest and best utilization of limited Idaho Airport Aid Program Funds. The primary goal of the allocation program is to further the proper development of a statewide system of airports and fair distribution of aviation tax money. This policy requires:
01.Master Plan. To be eligible each city, county, airport authority, political subdivision, or public corporation, hereinafter referred to as airport sponsor, should have a master plan or an airport or heliport layout plan that is accepted by the Division.02.Face Value Contributions. Labor and equipment contributions by the airport sponsor may be approved at face value in force-account financial evaluation as matching funds. The following items will not be eligible for force-account contribution:a. Land values previously acquired.b. Previous building construction or improvements.c. Previous State or FAA grants.03.Public Funds Protection. In order to protect the investment of public funds, the Idaho Transportation Board may require proof of ownership or lease of all land upon which any project is proposed, and require that the airport be zoned to prevent incompatible land uses and the creation or establishment of structures or objects of natural growth which would constitute hazards or obstructions to aircraft operating to, from, on, or in the vicinity of the subject airport.04.Projects Other Than Allocation Plan. All projects other than the annual allocation plan will be individually considered and acted upon at a regular meeting of the Board. All projects will be resolved by eligibility and priorities established by each year's review of the total State need. The availability of funds, or legislative appropriations, is the final determination of grant approvals. Consideration of all factors, including relative needs and priorities involved in an airport construction project will be considered. Attention will be given to effort made at the sponsor's level to assure availability of continuing financing and management support to keep the airport in good repair.Idaho Admin. Code r. 39.04.01.701