1. (a) In addition to the required annual updates specified in Section 7304, an AAA shall submit an Area Plan amendment to the Department any time a major change occurs that affects its goals and/or objectives. Major changes shall include, but not be limited to:

   1. (1) Unforeseen changes in the PSA due to natural disasters and/or changes in the PSA's demographics.
   2. (2) Changes in the Area Agency such as changes in the administrative structure and/or placement.
   3. (3) Changes in the spectrum of local available resources.
   4. (4) Changes in the priority needs of older individuals residing in the PSA.
   5. (5) Any program development and coordination objectives that have not previously been included in the Area Plan.

2. (b) Amendments shall be submitted to the Department in a narrative form that includes both of the following:

   1. (1) An explanation of the change(s).
   2. (2) A statement of the revised goals and objectives resulting from the change(s), along with any changes to the service unit plan and budget.
3. (c) The Area Plan amendments shall be processed following the procedures specified in Section 7304(c) through (e).

Note: Authority cited: Sections 9102 and 9105, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: 42 U.S.C. 3026, and 45 CFR 1321.59.

History

1. New section filed 12-19-96; operative 1-18-97 (Register 96, No. 51).

2. Change without regulatory effect amending Note filed 2-10-98 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 98, No. 7).

3. Change without regulatory effect amending Note filed 2-17-98 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 98, No. 8).