OAR 415-054-0550: Demonstration Project Approval Process

(1) Only an ADSS with a valid certificate and a single agency or organization with a valid letter of approval to provide treatment services may be approved as a demonstration project. (2) Requests for designation under these rules must be submitted in writing using Division approved forms and procedures. (3) Requests must also include: (a) Letters of endorsement from courts and other relevant persons or agencies; (b) Written assurances of participation by each proposed participant; (c) Recommendation from: (A) The Community Mental Health Program director of the proposed geographic area; (B) The Local Alcohol and Drug Planning Committee; and (d) Any additional information requested by the Division. (4) Approval of a demonstration project is at the discretion of the Chief Officer. The Division shall review requests and shall notify the requestor of the approval or denial within 60 days of the date the request is received by the Division.