Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 54-5-3 - Application for Grants3.1. Any eligible solid waste authority which desires to participate in the program shall make an application to the Board on prescribed forms as published in the grant application package. One form may be used to apply for separate projects.3.2. Applications must include a description of the proposed project, a detailed project budget, properly executed and signed resolution authorizing the application, and all other documentation as prescribed in the grant application package. All required documentation must be signed by the chairperson(s) of the authority or authorities where indicated.3.3. Grant applications must be received by the Board no later than April 30 to be considered at its July meeting. The Board may consider grant applications or revisions for emergency or extraordinary purposes at any time at its sole discretion.3.4. Incomplete applications will not be considered; they will be marked "incomplete" and returned to the applicant. Applications that fulfill all requirements may be resubmitted within the original filing deadline.3.5. Grants will be awarded to solid waste authorities for the purchase of equipment, materials, services, land, and buildings used on behalf of the authority. Grant monies cannot be passed on to a third party. Equipment, buildings, and land purchased with grant funds may be leased to other solid waste authorities or other parties provided that such lease will directly assist in the implementation of Comprehensive Litter and Solid Waste Control Plan goals, objectives, and recommendations. Title to equipment, buildings, and land purchased with grant funds must remain with the solid waste authority unless otherwise approved by the Board. Grants will not be given for construction or improvements to facilities on property which is not owned by the authority.3.6. The applicant will be notified in writing within a reasonable period of time of approval or disapproval of the grant. Approval or disapproval of the grant will be determined by the Board after consideration of the factors listed under § 54-5-7 of this rule.