Section 250-RICR-110-00-6.8 - Recreational Trail Grants6.8.1 EligibilityEligible applicants are state and municipal government agencies, organizations incorporated pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 7-6-1, et seq., organizations meeting the definition of charitable trust as defined in R.I. Gen. Laws § 18-9-4, or organizations duly existing as a non-profit organization among whose purpose is the preservation and development of recreational trails. All non-profit organizations must have been granted at least preliminary status under 501 (C) (3) IRS Tax code.
6.8.2Eligible ProjectsA Projects eligible for funding include land and water trails that are available to the general public without distinction as to membership, residency, or other status. Reasonable restrictions on the season, times, level, and types of use are permitted where necessary for trail maintenance and/or preservation. Proposed restrictions must be approved by the Committee and applied in a non-discriminatory manner.B. Reasonable fees may be charged for the use of publicly available trails provided that all fees and fee systems conform to requirements of 49 C.F.R. § 18.25(a), (g)(3), and (h), as dictated in the Recreational Trails Program Guidance regarding the use of federally assisted public outdoor recreation facilities and areas. Proposed restrictions and fees must be described in the grant application.C. All information or documentation specified or requested must be provided in the application package including, but not limited to: 1. Project location, description, and purpose;2. Limitations to access or use;3. Project costs and funding: including labor, material, and grantees contribution (match) toward project expenses;4. Project assurances that the applicant can/will comply with RTP requirements;5. Project endorsement by the property owner;6. Map of the proposed project area.250 R.I. Code R. 250-RICR-110-00-6.8