§ 1980.1015 Applications.

In addition to the application material specific to the applicable program identified in § 1980.1002, each applicant seeking funding under this subpart must provide the information specified in paragraphs (a) through (f) of this section. (a) A Strategic Economic and Community Development application form (Form RD 1980-88); (b) A description of the jurisdiction or jurisdictions in which the Plan is to be implemented; (c) Documentation that the Plan was developed through the collaboration of multiple stakeholders in the jurisdiction of the Plan, including the participation of combinations of stakeholders; (d) Documentation that the Plan demonstrates leveraging of the applicable region's assets to support the Plan; (e) Documentation indicating whether or not the Plan includes monetary or non-monetary contributions from strategic partners; and (f) Documentation that the Plan contains: (1) Clear, measurable performance objectives with action steps for implementation; and (2) The ability to track progress toward meeting the Plan's objectives.