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.

[85 FR 59394, Sept. 22, 2020]