Section R64-6-6 - Criteria for Awarding Grants(1) Applications submitted during each funding cycle shall be evaluated and ranked by the advisory board.(2) Previously determined ranking criteria will be followed for each funding cycle.(3) Applications that are recommended for funding by the advisory board shall receive final approval from the before contracting.(4) Pursuant to Subsection 4-18-108(2)(a), in considering applications, the UCC shall consider the following criteria in addition to any published ranking criteria: (a) the ability of the grantee to pay for the costs of proposed plans or projects;(b) the availability of matching funds provided by the grantee or another source or the availability of material, labor, or other items in value provided in lieu of money by the grantee or another source; and(c) the benefits that accrue to the general public by the awarding of a grant.(5) The AgVIP may designate priority areas or application types based on specific water quality concerns.Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-13, effective 6/24/2024