Published on: 3333325. Rule Chapter 9K-7, F.A.C., establishes the Florida Communities Trust (FCT) project application and selection process and management requirements for land acquisition grants using Florida Forever funds. The proposed changes to Rule Chapter 9K-7, F.A.C., serve to clarify and add definitions, add, delete and modify certain general requirements and eligibility standards, add, delete and modify project evaluation criteria, and modify management plan requirements. The purpose of the program described in this rule chapter is to provide grants to local governments and nonprofit environmental organizations for the acquisition of community-based projects, urban open spaces, natural resources conservation areas, parks, greenways and outdoor recreation areas to further implementation of their local comprehensive plans.
Published on: 399657. To improve Florida Communities Trust’s efficiency in administering Florida Forever Funds and ensure the rules are user-friendly for the customers.