1. (a) Eligibility Requirements

   1. (1) Only those types of projects that are listed in Section 12929.22 of the Act and that are technically feasible shall be considered for funding.
   2. (2) Studies may be funded only if they are associated with technically feasible projects.
   3. (3) The project must result in the reduction of diversions of water from the Mono Lake Basin.
   4. (4) Costs of long-term operation and maintenance are not eligible for funding. Costs for long-term operation and maintenance may be part of an in-kind service contribution.
   5. (5) The Department shall review the project's eligibility, and may revise its decision on project eligibility, if prior to the funding of the project the State Water Resources Control Board issues a final order, or a court issues a final judgment, regarding the Mono Lake Basin.

2. (b) Application Procedure

   1. (1) The application process shall be conducted on a continuing, open basis, in which applications shall be reviewed as they are received.

   2. (2) Each application shall include or be accompanied by the following information:

      1. (A) A detailed project description;
      2. (B) a detailed description of project benefits;
      3. (C) maps of project area, marked with locations of the project components;
      4. (D) a description and determination of project technical feasibility and methods to be used, with certification from a California Registered Engineer;
      5. (E) a firm estimate of the amount of water to be gained, reclaimed, or conserved by the project;
      6. (F) a detailed plan and schedule showing timing and amount of reduced diversion from the Mono Lake Basin;
      7. (G) a detailed outline of total project costs, including long-term operation and maintenance costs;
      8. (H) a description of source and amount of matching funds;
      9. (I) environmental documentation and permits that are required, or a statement pursuant to Section 449.3(c) if environmental documentation is incomplete;
      10. (J) a detailed schedule for the completion of the proposed project;
      11. (K) copies of any project feasibility studies that have been prepared for the project; and
      12. (L) any other information necessary to evaluate the project's eligibility and technical feasibility.

Note: Authority cited: Section 12929.44, Water Code. Reference: Sections 12929.21, 12929.22, 12929.24, 12929.41 and 12929.45, Water Code.

History

1. New section filed 6-2-93; operative 7-2-93 (Register 93, No. 23).