2000-001-RES ACCEPTING THE GANG RESISTANCE EDUCATION AND TRAINING (G.R.E.A.T.)

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(a) Exceeding $100,000; or (b) Regardless of the amount claimed, when using. 1. Arbitration conducted pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 575-580; or 2. Any other alternative means of dispute resolution (ADR) technique that the agency elects to handle in accordance with the Administrative Dispute Resolution Act (ADRA) . (3). The certification requirement does not apply to issues in controversy that have not been submitted as part of a claim. (4). The certification shall state as follows: "I certify that the claim is made in good faith; that the supporting data are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief; that the amount requested accurately reflects the agreement adjustment for which the LOCAL GOVERNMENT believes the Government is liable; and that I am duly authorized to certify the claim on behalf of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT." (5). The certification may be executed by any person duly authorized to bind the LOCAL GOVERNMENT with respect to the claim. E. For LOCAL GOVERNMENT claims of $100,000 or less, the CAO must, if requested in writing by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT, render a decision within 60 days of the request. For LOCAL GOVERNMENT-certified claims over $IOO,OOO, the CAO must, within 60 days, decide the claim or notify the LOCAL GOVERNMENT of the date by which the decision will be made. F. The CAO I S decision shall be "final unless the LOCAL GOVERNMENT appeals or files a'suit as provided in the Act. G. If the claim by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT is submitted to the CAO or a claim by the Government is presented to the LOCAL GOVERNMENT, the parties, by mutual consent, may agree to use ADR. If the LOCAL GOVERNMENT refuses an offer for alternative disputes resolution, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall inform the CAO, in writing, of the 16