Section 53F-10-202 - Panel duties(1) The panel shall: (a) determine criteria for: (i) the allowed uses of capital project fund resources described in Sections 53F-10-301 and 53F-10-302 and the prioritization of proposed capital development projects, including the extent to which a proposed project: (A) eliminates risks to student life and safety through renewal or replacement;(B) enhances efficiency of use, including combining necessarily existent small schools, described in Section 53F-2-304;(C) addresses essential program growth and capacity;(D) provides a cost effective solution that is appropriate for the facility's need; and(E) comports with the school district's provision of matching funds and sufficient revenues for ongoing operation and maintenance;(b) evaluate capital development project proposals to ensure viability, efficiency, and adherence to education and construction standards;(c) prioritize capital development projects;(d) recommend that the state board distribute capital project funding to school districts;(e) if necessary based on the circumstances of the capital development project, in partnership with the division, oversee the capital development project; and(f) report to the state board regarding the panel's actions.(2) The panel may: (a) determine that a technical assistance liaison is necessary for an eligible school district applying for capital project funding under this chapter to efficiently complete the project; and(b) facilitate engagement with the division or a willing school district partner having the required technical expertise in similar capital development projects.Added by Chapter 407, 2022 General Session ,§ 6, eff. 3/24/2022.