- (1) The Director may be authorized each biennium to approve Small Grants up to $30,000, with a total project cost not to exceed $50,000.
- (2) Applications are accepted on the first day of the biennium until 45 days prior to the close of the biennium.
- (3) Public comment on applications for boating safety education and to allow for and promote waterway access to underserved communities shall be solicited for a minimum of 14 days.
- (4) Successful grant applicants must provide a minimum of 25 percent matching contribution, which may include but is not limited to cash, in-kind labor and other in-kind resources. Eligible matching contributions are listed in the Grant Procedure Guide and proposed matching contributions will be considered during the application review process.
- (5) Prior to the disbursement of funds, successful applicants must enter into a signed agreement with the State Marine Board.
- (6) Funds are awarded through reimbursement only. Funds will not be provided in advance of project expenditures.
- (7) The Director may revoke grant awards if agreements are not signed by both parties within 90 days.
- (8) Projects must be completed within the same biennium as the date of grant approval.
- (9) For the duration of a Small Grant agreement, conversion of a project to an ineligible use is prohibited and shall void the agreement and result in repayment of awarded funds by the recipient.
- (10) Recognition of receipt of Marine Board funds must be displayed on lands and products purchased or developed using Small Grants. Acceptable recognition is listed in the Grant Procedure Guide.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 830.150, ORS 830.618 & ORS 830.621
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 830.150
History
OSMB 2-2025, temporary amend filed 01/24/2025, effective 02/01/2025 through 06/30/2025
OSMB 1-2022, adopt filed 03/08/2022, effective 03/09/2022