1. (a) The DEQ will consider the following criteria in determining funding priorities for local projects:

   1. (1) Criteria established by relevant statutory authority; and
   2. (2) Criteria established by rules adopted for the specific Division pursuant to relevant statutory authority.

2. (b) If relevant statutory authority and program-specific rules do not establish criteria, the DEQ will consider the following in determining funding priorities for local projects:

   1. (1) Potential of the project to effectively promote environmental health and safety or environmental education and awareness;
   2. (2) Potential to enhance related programs or efforts by the recipient;
   3. (3) Number of persons benefitted; and
   4. (4) Equitable geographic distribution.

Added at 18 Ok Reg 1922, eff 6-11-01