The State Board of Forestry may award funds from the Stewardship Agreement Grant Fund only for the purposes described in ORS 541.974. Any projects that the board approves for funding must comply with the following criteria:

1. (1) There must be matching contribution from other program funds, in-kind services or other investment in the project; and
2. (2) The project must provide a public benefit through improved water quality or improved fish or wildlife habitat.

Note: See note under 541.974.

[Formerly 541.426]