- (1) The state requires citizen participation and supports maximum participation of any interested persons and groups in the development and implementation of the CSBG programs at the state and local level, in advisory or administering capacity.
(2) Tripartite boards are required for governing boards of private, non-profit organizations and for the administering or advisory boards of public agencies and shall conform to the requirements outlined in 42 U.S.C. Sec. 9910.
- (a) A minimum of one third of the board must represent the interests of low-income individuals. A description of the democratic selection process for representatives of low-income individuals will be available for review.
- (b) One third of the members of the board must be elected public officials, currently holding office, or their representatives, except if not enough public officials are willing or available, appointed public officials may serve. Minutes of meetings or letters of appointment must be on file for review.
- (c) The remaining board members must be officials or members of business, industry, labor, religious, welfare, education, or other major groups in the community. A description of the process used for selection of private sector representatives will be available for review. The description shall include a process for interested private sector groups to petition for membership and how the petition will be considered.
- (2) As a part of the community needs assessment portion of the planning phase, which shall be conducted every three years, each eligible entity shall conduct public forums for low-income residents of the areas. These forums are to allow a discussion and listing of problems as viewed by low-income individuals and their suggestions for solutions.
KEY: antipoverty programs, grants, community action programs
Date of Last Change: August 15, 2022
Notice of Continuation: June 28, 2022
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 35A-8-1004