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7 CFR §1980.1015

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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.
  1. (a)A Strategic Economic and Community Development application form (Form RD 1980-88);
  2. (b)A description of the jurisdiction or jurisdictions in which the Plan is to be implemented;
  3. (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;
  4. (d)Documentation that the Plan demonstrates leveraging of the applicable region's assets to support the Plan;
  5. (e)Documentation indicating whether or not the Plan includes monetary or non-monetary contributions from strategic partners; and
  6. (f)Documentation that the Plan contains:
    1. (1)Clear, measurable performance objectives with action steps for implementation; and
    2. (2)The ability to track progress toward meeting the Plan's objectives.