OAR 250-014-0560: Small Grant Administration

(1) The Director may be authorized each biennium to approve Small Grants up to $30,000, with a total project cost not to exceed $50,000. (2) Applications are accepted on the first day of the biennium until 45 days prior to the close of the biennium. (3) Public comment on applications for boating safety education and to allow for and promote waterway access to underserved communities shall be solicited for a minimum of 14 days. (4) Successful grant applicants must provide a minimum of 25 percent matching contribution, which may include but is not limited to cash, in-kind labor and other in-kind resources. Eligible matching contributions are listed in the Grant Procedure Guide and proposed matching contributions will be considered during the application review process. (5) Prior to the disbursement of funds, successful applicants must enter into a signed agreement with the State Marine Board. (6) Funds are awarded through reimbursement only. Funds will not be provided in advance of project expenditures. (7) The Director may revoke grant awards if agreements are not signed by both parties within 90 days. (8) Projects must be completed within the same biennium as the date of grant approval. (9) For the duration of a Small Grant agreement, conversion of a project to an ineligible use is prohibited and shall void the agreement and result in repayment of awarded funds by the recipient. (10) Recognition of receipt of Marine Board funds must be displayed on lands and products purchased or developed using Small Grants. Acceptable recognition is listed in the Grant Procedure Guide.