Funds are computed and awarded on the basis of the following criteria:

1. A. submission of project proposals by eligible libraries;

2. B. approval of proposals by the state librarian, based on the following priorities:

   (1) literacy programs for adults;

   (2) library programs designed to serve the needs of one or more of the following special client groups in the community:

   (a) people of low income;

   (b) people with limited English-speaking ability;

   (c) people with physical handicaps;

   (d) residents of local institutions, such as jails, nursing homes, halfway houses and residential treatment programs;

   (e) the aged.

3. C. availability of funds.

   [Recompiled 10/31/01]