11N-1.0001. Definitions

As used in these rules, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning, the following terms shall have the meaning indicated:

(1) “Allowable Cost” means only those costs or expenditures submitted and approved by the Review Committee and Department that are eligible for funding from the Council.

(2) “Council” means the Violent Crime and Drug Control Council.

(3) “Department” means the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which is a “state awarding agency” for purposes of the Single Audit Act, section 215.97, F.S.

(4) “Grant” means an award of financial assistance to a qualified eligible recipient pursuant to a written agreement and in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Council’s funding programs as authorized in section 943.031, F.S.

(5) “Pre-qualification” means that Council staff or committee will conduct a review and approve an applicant’s funding request, overall capabilities, and/or eligibility to perform the duties and responsibilities required by the grant programs. The review may include, but is not limited to, consideration of experience, curriculum vitae, quality and timeliness of past performance, compliance with law enforcement, grant, and other standards and requirements, and professional accreditation of the applicant.

(6) “Recipient” is as defined in section 215.97, F.S.

(7) “Review Committee” means a committee established within the Council responsible for completing the pre-qualification and approval of grant applications and funding requests.

(8) “Solicitation” means the written document or publication issued by Department in cooperation with the Council, incorporated by reference into this rule containing procedures and policies; announcing available grant funding, program criteria and requirements, eligibility, and application instructions, which shall govern the administration of the Council’s grant programs.

Rulemaking Authority 943.03(4), 943.042 FS. Law Implemented 943.031, 943.042 FS. History–New 7-9-19.