1. (1) The division shall:

   1. (a) use a weighted scoring system that enables the advisory council to analyze, advise, and recommend grants for award; and
   2. (b) describe the scoring system in the grant application.

2. (2) The scoring system shall assess and value various categories, including whether the proposed project will:

   1. (a) use granted funds in a manner considered reasonable and necessary as determined by a submitted budget or past project performance that demonstrates the applicant's fiscal integrity;
   2. (b) offer partnerships and cooperative efforts for the project among agencies and users, including opportunities for cooperative funding;
   3. (c) have a higher percentage of matching funding from the applicant.

3. (3) The advisory council shall, upon receipt of a grant application from the division:

   1. (a) review and consider the grant application; and
   2. (b) consult with and recommend to the division as to whether granted funds should be awarded based on the weighted scoring system identified in the grant application
4. (4) The director shall select and approve grant applications based on the weighted scoring system identified in the grant application, taking into consideration recommendations from division staff and the advisory council, which may be in the form of joint or separate recommendations.
5. (5) Within two weeks of the director's approval, the division shall notify applicants of the final decision on the applicant's grant application.
6. (6) The division shall inform successful applicants of the expected contractual requirements.
7. (7) The division shall inform unsuccessful applicants that their application was not successful.
8. (8) The division shall inform the advisory council of grants selected for award.

KEY: outdoor recreation grants, boating

Date of Last Change: June 24, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 73-18-22.3