For Development projects, only ONE application may be submitted per eligible applicant. 1.3 Timeline Applications for funding in the 2015-16 grant cycle must be postmarked by Tuesday, July 12, 2016. Direct all inquiries, correspondence and grant applications to: California Natural Resources Agency Attn: EEM Program Coordinator 1416 Street, Suite 1311 Sacramento, CA 95814 (916) 653-2812 Key timeframes for the program are anticipated as follows: Site visits by Review Team to selected sites October-December 2016 Funding Recommendations & Awards 2017 The project performance period for projects awarded under this grant cycle ends on May 30, 2022. 1.4 Conflict of Interest All applicants and individuals who participate in the review of submitted applications are subject to State and federal conflict of interest laws. Any individual who has participated in planning or setting priorities for a specific solicitation or who will participate in any part of the grant development and negotiation process on behalf of the public is ineligible to receive funds or personally benefit from funds awarded through that solicitation. Applicants should also be aware that certain State agencies may submit applications that will compete for funding. Failure to comply with the conflict of interest laws, including business and financial disclosure provisions, will result in the application being rejected and any subsequent grant agreement being declared void. Other legal actions may also be taken. Applicable statutes include, but are not limited to, California Government Code section 1090 and Public Contract Code sections 10365.5, 10410, and 10411. 1.5 Tribal Consultation The Natural Resources Agency recognizes the need for agency consultation regarding projects that affect California Tribal communities. As such, applicants should make every effort to involve Native American Tribes or stakeholder groups as appropriate. 1.6 Split In accordance with the provisions of Section 187 and 188 of the Streets and Highways Code, an attempt will be made to allocate 40 percent of the amount recommended to
For Development projects, only ONE application may be submitted per eligible applicant. 1.3 Timeline Applications for funding in the 2015-16 grant cycle must be postmarked by Tuesday, July 12, 2016. Direct all inquiries, correspondence and grant applications to: California Natural Resources Agency Attn: EEM Program Coordinator 1416 Street, Suite 1311 Sacramento, CA 95814 (916) 653-2812 Key timeframes for the program are anticipated as follows: Site visits by Review Team to selected sites October-December 2016 Funding Recommendations & Awards 2017 The project performance period for projects awarded under this grant cycle ends on May 30, 2022. 1.4 Conflict of Interest All applicants and individuals who participate in the review of submitted applications are subject to State and federal conflict of interest laws. Any individual who has participated in planning or setting priorities for a specific solicitation or who will participate in any part of the grant development and negotiation process on behalf of the public is ineligible to receive funds or personally benefit from funds awarded through that solicitation. Applicants should also be aware that certain State agencies may submit applications that will compete for funding. Failure to comply with the conflict of interest laws, including business and financial disclosure provisions, will result in the application being rejected and any subsequent grant agreement being declared void. Other legal actions may also be taken. Applicable statutes include, but are not limited to, California Government Code section 1090 and Public Contract Code sections 10365.5, 10410, and 10411. 1.5 Tribal Consultation The Natural Resources Agency recognizes the need for agency consultation regarding projects that affect California Tribal communities. As such, applicants should make every effort to involve Native American Tribes or stakeholder groups as appropriate. 1.6 Split In accordance with the provisions of Section 187 and 188 of the Streets and Highways Code, an attempt will be made to allocate 40 percent of the amount recommended to
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