Section NR 193.72 - Eligible network cooperators(1) Eligible cooperators under this subchapter are limited to state or federal agencies, tribal governing bodies, and county governments, or their designated agents. Subject to approval by the department, counties and tribes may designate an agent to implement a project within their jurisdictional boundary. Agent designation shall be in writing on a form designated by the department and subject to department approval. A designated agent that is approved by the department may apply for a contract awarded under this subchapter. A county or tribe choosing to designate an agent shall submit such a request to the department for approval at least 60 days prior to the contract application deadline. A county or tribe may revoke an agent's designation for the subsequent agreement term by notifying the department in writing at any time.(2) Eligible designated agents shall have all of the following:(a) Experience with successful grant or contract administration in the last 10 years.(b) A history of meeting or exceeding grant or contract performance and accountability standards.(c) An established presence in the geographic area described in the application.(d) The ability to provide evidence of their ability to competently perform the activities outlined under s. NR 193.74.(e) Eligibility as a Surface Water Grant recipient under s. NR 193.02(1).Wis. Admin. Code Department of Natural Resources NR 193.72
Adopted by, CR 19-078: cr. Register May 2020 No. 773, eff. 6/1/2020Applicant experience and history may be demonstrated through participation in grant programs outside of those covered under this chapter. Would-be applicants that lack grant experience and performance history are encouraged to apply for one or more of the other Surface Water Grant Programs outlined in this chapter.