In addition to the application material specific to the applicable program identified in § 1980.1002, each applicant seeking funding under this subpart must provide the information specified in paragraphs (a) through (f) of this section.

1. (a) A Strategic Economic and Community Development application form (Form RD 1980-88);
2. (b) A description of the jurisdiction or jurisdictions in which the Plan is to be implemented;
3. (c) Documentation that the Plan was developed through the collaboration of multiple stakeholders in the jurisdiction of the Plan, including the participation of combinations of stakeholders;
4. (d) Documentation that the Plan demonstrates leveraging of the applicable region's assets to support the Plan;
5. (e) Documentation indicating whether or not the Plan includes monetary or non-monetary contributions from strategic partners; and

6. (f) Documentation that the Plan contains:

   1. (1) Clear, measurable performance objectives with action steps for implementation; and
   2. (2) The ability to track progress toward meeting the Plan's objectives.

[85 FR 59394, Sept. 22, 2020]