2012-045 RES DECLARING SUPPORT FOR PEDC'S APPLICATION TO USDA AND EDA RURAL JOBS & INNOVATION ACCELERATOR CHALLENGE FOR GRANT IN AMOUNT OF $715,000RESOLUTION N0. 2012-045
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS; DECLARING
SUPPORT FOR THE PARIS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS APPLICATION
TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ("USDA") AND UNITED
STATES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION ("EDA") RURAL JOBS &
INNOVATION ACCELERATOR CHALLENGE FOR A GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$715,000.
WHEREAS, the Paris Economic Development Corporation (PEDC), has made
application to the United States Department Of Agriculture ("USDA") & United States
Economic Development Administration ("EDA") rural Jobs & Innovation Accelerator
Challenge Grant in the amount of $715,000.00. The funds will enable the PEDC and the
Red River Region Business Incubator (113bi) to form the Northeast Texas Rural
Competitiveness & Innovation Cluster; and,
WHEREAS, The Northeast Texas Rural Competitiveness & Innovation Cluster will
foster entrepreneurial support, spur rural innovation and advanced manufacturing in a
two-state, six-county region including Paris, Lamar County, Clarksville, Red River County,
Cooper, Delta County, Bonham, Fannin County, and Commerce, Hunt County in Texas and
Hugo, Choctaw County, Oklahoma as detailed in the narrative attached as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Paris Economic Development Corporation
has determined that the application for this USDA & EDA Rural Jobs & Innovation
Accelerator Challenge Grant is of vital importance to the growth and retention of business
and industry in Paris, Lamar County, Texas and to the growth and retention of primary jobs
at these local businesses and industry in Paris, Lamar County, Texas; and
NOW, TNEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
PARIS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF PARIS, LAMAR COUNTY, TEXAS:
Section 1. The findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby in all
things approved.
Section 2. That the City Council of the City of Paris Texas supports the Paris
Economic Development Corporation in their application for the USDA & EDA Rural Jobs &
Innovation Accelerator Challenge Grant.
Section 3. This resolution shall be effective from and after the date of passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 23rd day ofApri1,~012.
A.J. Hashmk M\H.,
ATTEST:
,
ice Ellis, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
W. Kent M r, City Attorney
NORTHEAST TEXAS RURAL COMPETITIVENESS &INNOVAT'ION CLUSTER
EXECUTIVE STJMMARY AND INTEGRATED SCOPES OF WORK FOR EDA & USDA FUNDS
NoR rHEAST TE.xAs
RURAL COMPETITI tIENESS& INNOVATION CLUSTER
FOSTERING EIVTREPRENEURIAL SUPPORT, SPURRING RURAL INNOVATION & ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
In a Two-State, Six-County Region
(Texas Cities/Counties: Paris/Lamar County, Clarksville/Red River County, Cooper/Delta County,
Bonham/Fannin County, Commerce/Hunt County and Hugo/Choctaw County in Oklahoma)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY, INTEGRATED SCOPES OF WORK, BUDGET & SF424
PRErAxED FoR TxE USDA & EDA
RUR.AL JOBS AND INNUVATION ACCELERATOR
CHALLENGE GRANT
Initial announcement of Federal Funding Opportunity (FFO) dated March 8, 2012. CataIog of Federal
Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Numbers: 11.307, Economic Adjustrnent Assistance; 10.446, Rural
Community Development Initiative; 23.011, Appalachian Research Technicai Assistance and
Demonstration Projects; and 10.773, Delta Regional Authority Rural Business Opportunity Grant.
Dates: The deadline for receipt of applications is May 9, 2012.
FLJNDING AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
U.S. Deparhnent ofAgricultuxe: Texas State Office, Mr. Michael B. Canales (254) 742-9787
U.S. Econornzc Development Administration: Austin RegionaI Office, Mitchell Harrison: (512) 381-
8175
OUR CONTACT INFORMATION
Paris Economic Development Corporation
1125 Bonham Street
Paris, Texas 75464
Attention: Steve Gilbert, Executive Director
sgilbert@,»aristoxasusa.com
(903) 495-4647
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EXHIBIT.~..
NORT'HEAST TEXAS RUR.AL COMPETITIVENESS &INNOVATTON CLUSTER
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND INTEGRATED SCOPES OF WORK FOR EDA & USDA FUNDS
Our Regiomal Vision
In December 2011 the Paris Economic Development Cozporation (Paris EDC) Baazd of Directors
adopted a Business Plan as a result of ow work with a cross-section of civic leaders, to develop a
cnanufacturing stiategy and roadmap. Our vision is that, Paris and Lamar County will be a regional,
national and global center of excellence for advanced manufacturing of food and consumer products.
We strive to be "world-class" and we will have a global perspective as we implement and measure our
performance toward achieving our vision. Our approach is sound and grounded in proven best practices
in economic and community development. We will:
I, Identify and establish or reconnect relationships with industry and corporate decision makers to
cultivate opportunities for relocation and expansion into our region.
2. Work witlr our existing manufacturers and industry experts to understand new business models
and the economics and requirements for our companies to successful.ly compete.
3. Increase our expectations for all our citizens by addressing fundamental needs that ensure our
competidveness- education and training, community infrastructure, entreprenewrship, quaiity and
responsiveness of business and public sector services, and the well being and livabiiity of our
community.
4. Create a culture of innovation and become a model of rural innavation in Texas and the US.
5. Raise the bar on our commiiment to the region.
Implementing the PIan Across the Region
To achieve our Vision we have Iaunched hwo unique economic development initiatives, each with very
specific strategies and goaIs. We will leverage grant funds with local funds to implement, measure and
facilitate regional partnerships and alliances by providing training and technical assistance to our
surrounding communities, neighbors and colleagues. Together we are stron,ger than we are separately.
Strategy 1: Civic Engagement and Leadership for Economic Growth (STEExi1vG CoMM177'EE)
Paris EDC will encourage and support the business and civic leadership of our community aud region ta
aetively engage in crating our econornic future.
Goal 1: Target 25-30 food and consumer products advanced manufacturers to the Paris and I,arnar
County and the NE Texas region.
Goa12: Meet and exceed the competitive demands of recruiting and attraction on a,glabal scale with a
sophisdcated and higb.ly honed message, integrated online information and data, leveraged and
coordinated resources at all ]evels of civic leadership (public and private).
Strategy 2: GiobaI Recruiting, Attraction and Market Positioning (Crr7cLEADER TE.tw &NE
TEXAS M.lNUFACTURINGALLIANCE)
Paris EDC will lead economic development efforts to recruit and attract new indushy, jobs and capital
investment as well as keep and expand existing companies in NE Texas.
Goal 1: Ensure that expansion and relocation grojects for targeted global brands (and other business and
industry) are seamless, responsive to the customer's needs, and functionally ready as promised.
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NORTHEAST TEXA.S RURAL COMPETITNENESS &INNOVATION CLUSTER
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND INTEGRATED SCOPES OF WORK FOR EDA & USDA FUNDS
Goa12: Through quality and continuous improvement, we will identify, address and remove barriers and
Iirnitation far "project ready" buildings and land, and also in our permitting, licensing, inspection
services and overall business friendly capabilities.
Strategy 3: Advanced Manufacturing Academy and "Talent Ready" (MFG. ACADEMY C0.lLITION)
The talent pipeline for Paris and the NE Texas Region is prepared to meet the needs, requirements and
eacpectations of current and future business and industry.
Goal 1: Advanced manufacturing, and especially food and consumer products, are constantly upgrading
facilities, equipment, technologies, processes and operational requirements. In response to these
dynamics and constant pace of change, we wi11 develop the skills and competencies of our workforce
accordingly.
Goa12: Ensure that owr people have access to the training, certification, degrees and updated skills
development programs to compete globally, incIuding new, creative ways of delivering a high-quality
workforce supply at all levels.
Wo" r~PanE~~ i~,; s supp0rt of the cu~regiorieo~enoganation 0 i~
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small lius'~ness an{~ . ' ~repren~urs~ ~
Goal 1: Establish an umbrella organization (a Venture Development Organization - VD4) to facilitate,
coordinate and promote various resources and services that assist in creating sustainable businesses in
Paris and the region, and enhance economic growth. The VDO will provide a flexible portfolio of
services, inclnding: expert assistance to emerging high-growth companies; facilitate or make direci
financial investments; and, speed commercializatian of new products and technology to the market.
Goal 2: Establish a portfolio of financial resources including, but not Iimited to ventwre capital, angel
funds, loan funds and other investment resowces that will provide capital to potentiai high-growth start-
ups and early stage ventures.
Goa13: Identify opportunities to create spinoff businesses that support and leverage the ]ocal and
regional presence of the global brands in the food and consumer products manufacturing sector, with a
focus on opportunities to serve the current and future vendor/supply chain needs and requirements.
Strateg;y 5: Rwral Iunovat~on Int~tai#ve I~vlvo~~~^roN Cornv~rL~
paris ar~0 NE T'ex6s °will lead the State of Texas as a`rural regton comi~utted to building a culfi~e of
Goal 1: Attract the best minds, thought leaders and innovators to our region by opening our community
to the newest ideas and strategies that improve upon the competitiveness of our industries and the lives
of our citizens.
Goa12: Create an innovation hub at the Paris EDC's industrial park focused on advanced manufacturing,
and launch roral forum on food and production sustainability.
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Responding to Global Brand Sustainability Business Models:
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Innovation Agendas. Advanced manufacturing companies are seeking any innovation pracrice,
technology, tools and knowledge that improve upon their production outputs, human capital
productivity, and uniqvely position their products in the global marketplace, including:
• Robotics and Automation
• Information Systerns
. Raw Product Efficiencies (Farm-to-Market)
• LEAN Processes Throughout the Operations
• External "ldeation" through Web Portals
Through their vendor-supplier chains, industry trade organizations, and in partnership with
academic research campuses, several of the global brand companies have formed innovation
agendas to increase productivity and bottom line profits. In the past two years, many
corporations have created Open Source Innovation portals - welcoming any ideas from
customers, suppliers, researchers - to solve known and unknown challenges. LEAN is the initial
discussion point for firms.
Im_pact on NE Texas Region: While no research campus exist immediately in t.he region, access
to Texas A&M, UT, Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center, Texas State Technical College
provide widely regarded counsel, guidance, and possible investment of tizne, insight, and
resources.
We will pursue the following action items during grant implementation:
1. Establish an Innovation Hub at the existing industrial park. Train and transfer "how-to"
pracUices to Iocal economic developers and civic leaders across the zegion.
2. Support the NE Texas Manufacturing Alliance with LEAN and related ideation through an
alliance with the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC). TMAC is the MEP
Network supported by N1ST.
3. Leverage entrepreneurial endeavors to connect inventor with corporate acquisition of
"innovation".
4. Reshape the Local and Regional "Sales Pitch". For exampie, locally with "Paris" as THE
bxand of interest, it must be expanded upon and leveraged to its fiallest. We will make the
name and the place a"gIobal host" to global companies, create a giobal perspective in al]
materials and contacts, but be sophisticated, not cute. Training will include the latest
marketing and sales techn.iques.
5. Address the Corporate Goals, Sustainability Models, and Innovation Objectives by seeking to
fulfill the Performance Scorecard for Shareholder Value and Production Benefit.
6. Connect with the Marketplace of 15 million consurners in the four-state "region" of a 3-5
hour transportation linkage including ties with DFW, Port of Houston, Texarkana, Little
Rock, and Oklahoma City.
7. Focus on Project Readiness, Incentives for Globalization, Sustainable Packaging, R&D and
Innovation Support.
8. Using highly-impressive Data Analytics and Presentarion, preview online and in real-time
cost comparatives, site location, resource mapping, and other "ingredients" to meet Corporate
GoaIs, Missions, and Objectives for 2012-2014 timelines.
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9. Cultivate Team Paris and Civic Leadership aeross the Region as a deep and committed
"bench" of business and civic leaders who are all invested in the process through knowledge
and experience, and their passion for their comrnunity and the NE Texas region.
10. Civic leader team preparation will include developing a baseline and advance economic
developrnent sales and marketing presentation, including the following presentation cantent.
Baseline Presentation - Especially focused on when a prospect is on a site visit:
- Cross-Cutting Data Porta]
- Project and Site Ready
- Incentives Package for Globa3 Brands
- Water and Energy Availability, Quality and Cost
- Transportation and Logistics Infrastructure and Advantages
Talent Ready (Workforce Availability, Quality and Cost, Education and Training
Resources)
- Sus#ainabie Packaging Options
- R&D and Innovation Support
- Quality of Life, Housing, Recreation, Community Assets, etc...
Advance Presentation - Focused on Trade Missions and Highly Customized far
Corporate C-Level Engagement:
- Customized Data Reporting Tailored to Prospect and Comparative Data on Paris vs.
Other Locations
- Corporate Goals
- Sustainability metrics
- Sharehalder Value Proposition
- Production Benefits of Locating in Paris
Market Access and Marke# Reach
Building Community and Itegional Capacity
By leveraging grant and local funds, we will create a regional umbrella organization (a Venture
Development Organxzation) providing entrepreneurial development, mentoring, skills
development and financia] support to the city and county governments, the local Chambers of
Commerce and the economic development organizational structure existing in the tazgeted
economically distressed region.
This scope of work focuses on the following purpose: To create sustainable startup businesses
supporting the exisring economic ecosystem of the region by fostering entrepreneurism and
creating entrepreneurship. During implementatzon our focus will be twofold:
1. To support the existing manufacturing operations by shortening the supply chain and
providing needed services on a local basis.
2. Foster the impiementation of new and improved concepts in agribusiness.
We will target each of the communities in the region and pursue implementing the following
programs and services:
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1. Provide training and skills development of entrepreneurs in ail areas of business operations
and management through individual counseling, serninars, and fozlnai education and training
in entrepreneurism - both degreed and non-degree programs.
2. Build a network of rural business incubators that can provide best practices incubarion
capability on a]ocal and regional basis and become a model for rural Texas and Oklahoma.
3. Creation of a regional kitchen incubator to support entrepreneurial activity in
commercialization af small farm production in the region.
a. Provide leadersh'sp in entrepreneurism and supply the resources to create regional support for
mutuaI benefit to every community in the defined geography.
5. Engage community, business, civic and governmental leaders in creating programs,
providing facilities, and improving business friendly permitting and licensing processes and
procedures with the goal of achieving "project ready" status for new business and industry.
6. Estab)ishing regional partnerships for mutually beneficial and collaborative economic
development programs and move each community, and the collective region toward greater
self-sufficiency and overall economic stability.
7. Establish a conduit for joint regional review of new opportunities and selection of the best
location to insure success of startup ventures.
8. Establish a network of funding sources for Series A venture and angel capital, low interest
revolving loan funds and community grant programs supporting entrepreneurism in rural
communities.
Integrated Project Concept Through Coordiuated Training, Development, Resources and
Tools
A portion of the budget will be committed to support the following activities related to both the
EDA and the USDA funding stream. The partnership and collaboration with these service
providers will be critical to providing the training, development and support to the ultimate
recipients - small business and entrepreneurs and communities and their business and civic
leadership infrastructure.
1. Paris Junior College's implementation of a certificate program in entrepreneurship and to
promote the program across PJC's service area.
2, Texas A&M Universily - Commerce's implementation of a regional entrepreneurship
network and partnership, and a student incubator.
3. The Lamar County Coalition of Business, Industry and Education's implementation of
high school and younger aged youth entrepreneurship training progtams, and a facilitate the
formation of the year-round manufacturing academy for high school students to attend Paris
Jr. College and enroll in the electromechanical training program. Also, support of the
summer STEM Academy to prepare student for opportunities in science, fechnology,
engineering and math.
4. Tbe Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center's (TMAC's) implementation of the rural
innovation hub and support of the NE Texas Manufacturing Alliance, providing access to a
myriad of programs, services, tools and resources fostering innovation.
Our project management team will oversee and coordinate all grant activities focused to expand
access to programs and services, and to enhance economic develapment on both a local and
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regional basis. Grant funds will be leveraged with local funds to encourage entrepreneurs and
support small business development in the region through creating a ventwre development
organization (VDO). The Paris EDC and other civic, government, private sector, education and
non-profit partner organizations will provide training, mentoring, cross-sector networking, as
well as other prograrns alid services to enhance the cflmpetitiveness and survival of new
companies and creation of sustainable businesses and good jobs.
Project Intermediary and Prime Applicant
The Paris Economic Development Corporation (Par3s EDC) will serve as the Project
Intermediary and Prime Applicant. The purpose, goals and dutzes of the Paris EDC are defined
in our bylaws and are consistent with the desire of the voters of Paris, Texas when they approved
the Type A loca] $.0025 (1/4 penny) sales tax that provides operating funds for Paris EDC. The
Paris EDC board of directors is appointed by the Paris City Council. The board approves the
annual budget, business plan of work and monitors finances of the organzzation. Paris EDC is a
component unit af the City of Paris and all funds are administered by the City's Finance
Department. Grants, contracts, budgets and accounts payable are approved by the Board and
City Council.
PEDC's Pwpose is to promote, stimulate and enhance economic development in Paris and
Lamar County.
PEDC's Goals
1. To create new jobs and retain existing jobs.
2. Conduct planning, research and job training activities to promote:
A. Business retention and expansion.
B. Formation of new business.
C. Business attraction.
3. Develop and implement mazketing strategies to promote PEDC's programs and services and
educate stakeholders.
PEDC's Core Business is to drive the economic development process for Paris and Lamar
County, we will sirive to:
1. Earn our Role as Paris' Lead Organization for Business Recruiting, Retention, Expansion and
Job Creation.
A. Serve as the Single Point of Contact for Prospects.
B. Develop & Nuriure Collaborative Partnerships.
2. Promote and Market the Paris, Texas Brand and our Location Advantages.
A. Launch Targeted Marketing to Fill Project Pipeiine.
B. Create a Quick Response Proposal Management Engine.
C. Provide Information and Tools for the Development & Real Estate Community.
3, Listen to Business and Industry and Champion Pro-Business Public Policy.
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4. Evaluate and pursue opportunities to convene and collaborate on issues and projects of
irnportance ta the larger region of NE Texas.
Primary Contact: Steve Gilbert, Executive Director
Paris Economic Development Corporation
1125 Bonham Street
Paris, Texas 75460
(903) 495-4647; s i'~ lbcrt& aristexasusa.cc~m
Budget and Financiaf Resources
Total Grant Fund Request; $215,000 from USDA
500,000 from EDA
Total $715,000
Matching funds are provided by the Paris Economic Development Corporation's annual sales tax
revenue for economic development. Budget documents and SF 424 are attached.
Project Impact and Measurable Outcomes
As a result of our three-year initiative the following impactful and measurable outcomes are
predicted:
1. 2,350 small businesses will be assisted (50% of 2411 new business starts in region)
2. 560 new sustainable enterprises will open (20% survival rate doubled to 40%)
3. 2,800 jobs will be created (8 new jobs per startup)
4. $28,000,000 will be generated for the economy ($50,000 per company)
5. The requested $715,000 in grant funds will be matched and leveraged:
a. $804,750 in local Paris EDC funds will be matched.
b. $2,680,004 in private capital will be leveraged
Please forward any questions or advice at your convenience.
Submitted with Kindest and Sincere Regards,
AM~Aa44r
Executive Director
Paris Economic Development Corporation
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ebecca Moudry
ebecca.p.moudzy@eda.gov
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Expiration Dale: 03l31/2012
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424
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` 2. Type oi Applicaiion:
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7. Staie Appiicelion Idenl'fier.
8. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
'a.LeQalName: paris Economic Development Corporation
' b. EmployerlTexpayef Identificalion Number (EIN/T1N):
• c. Organizal'bnal DUNS:
30116806990
2968693300000
d. Address:
` Streell: 1125 Bon6am Street
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~ CRY; Paris
County/Parish: E,-M8r
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' Zp / Postel Code: 75460-4056
X: Texas
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Prefix: Mr, ' First Name:
Middle Name:
' Last Name: Gilbert
Suffix:
Steve
Title: pcecutive Director
Organizalionai Affiliation:
Paris Economic DevelopmenC Corpoxation
' Telephone Alumber.
903-784-6964
Fax Number: 903-784-2503
'Email: pariscdc~pazistexasusa.com
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' a. S18A Rate: 06Jo4/2o12 ' b. End Date: 06/30/2015
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' b. App}icanl 1,047,143,001
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' e. Olher 0.00
' 1. Program Income 0.001
'g.70TAL 1,762,143.00
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alcoholism; (g) §§523 and 527 of the Public Health
Service Act of 1992 (42 U.S.C. §§290 dd-3 and 290
ee- 3), as amended, relating to confidentiatity of alcohol
and drug abuse palient reoords; (h) Title VIII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. §§3601 et seq.), as
amended, relating to nondiscriminalion in the sale,
rental or financing of hovsing; (i) any other
nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(s)
under which application for Federal assistance is being
made; and, (j) the requirements of any other
nondiscrimination statute(s) which may apply ta the
appliption.
g. Will comply with the Intergovemmental Personnel Act of
1970 (42 U.S.C. §§4728-0763) relating to prescribed
standards for merit systems for programs funded under
one of the 19 statutes or regulations specified in
Appendix A of pPM's Standards for a Merit System of
Personnel Administration (5 C.F.R. 904, Subparl F).
6. Will comply with al! Federal statutes relaling to
nondiscrimination. These inGude bul are not limited to:
(a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act oi 1964 (P.L. 88-352)
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color
or national origin; (b) Titls IX of the Education
Amendments oi 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C.§§1 681-
1683, and 1685-9686), which prohibits discrimination on
the basis of sex; {c} Section 504 of the Rehabilltaiion
Will comply, or has already complied, witts the
requirements of Titles II and UI oithe Uniforrn
Refocation Asslstance and Real Property AcquisiUon
Policies Aei of 1970 (P.L. 91-646) which provide for
fair and equitable treatment of persons displaced or
whose propeKy is acquired as a result of Federal or
federally-assisted programs. These requfrements
apply to all interests in real property acquired for
projecl purposes regardless of Federal participation in
purchases.
8. Will comply, as applicable, with provisions of the
Hatch Act (fi U.S.C. §§1501-1508 and 7324-7328)
which limit the polftical activities of employees whose
principal employment activities are funded in whole
or in pari with Federal funds.
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g, Will comply, as applicable, with the provisions of the Davis-
eacon Act (40 U.S.C. §§276a to 276a-7), the Copeland Act
(40 U.S.C. §276c and 98 U.S.C. §874), and the Contract
Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. §§327-
333), regarding labor standards tor federally-assisted
construction subagreements.
10. Wiil comply, if appiicable, wilh flood insurance purchase
requirements of Section 102(a) of the Flood Disaster
Protection Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-234) which requires
recipients in a special flood hezard area to participate in the
program and lo purchase flood insurance if the lotat cost of
insurable construciion and acquisilion is $10,000 or more.
11. Will comply with environmental standards which may be
prescribed pursuant lo the following: (a) inslitution of
environmental quality control measures under the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (P.L. 91-190) and
Executive Order (EO)19514; (b) notiflcation af violating
facilities pursuant to E011738; (c) protection of wetlands
pursuant to EO 11990; (d) evaluation of ilood hazards in
1loodplains in accordance with EO 11988; (e) assurance of
project consistency with the approved State management
program developed under the Coastal Zone Management
Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. §§1451 et seq.); (fl conformity of
Federat actions to State (Clean Air) Implemerttation Pfans
under Section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act of 1955, as
amended (42 U.S.C. §§7401 et seq.); (g) protection of
underground sources of drinking water under the Safe
Drinking Water Act of 1974, as amended (P.L. 93-523);
and, (h) protection of endangered species under the
Endangered Species Acl of 1973, as amended (P.L. 93-
205).
12. Wilf comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of
1968 (16 U.S.C. §§1271 ei seq.) related to protecting
components or potential components of the nationai
wild and scenic rivers system.
13. Will assisl the awarding agency in assuring compliance
with Section 106 of the Nat+onal Historic Presenration
Act of 1866, as amended (16 U.S.C. §470), EO 11593
(identification and protection of hisloric properties), and
the Archaeologicai and Historic Preservation Act of
1974 (16 U.S.C. §§469a-1 et seq.).
14. Wili comply with P.L. 93-348 regarding the protection of
human subjects invofved in research, development, and
related activities supported by this award of assisiance.
15. Will comply with the Laboratary Animal Welfare Act of
1966 (P.L. 89-544, as amended, 7 U.S.C. §§2131 et
seq.) pertaining to the care, handling, and treatment of
warm blooded animals held for research, teaching, or
other activities supported by this award of assistance.
16. Will comply wiih the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning
Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. §§4804 et seq.) which
prohibits the use of lead-based paint in construction or
rehabilitalion of residence structures.
17. Wilf cause to be performed the required financial and
oomptiance audits in accordance with the Single Audit
Act Amendments of 1996 and OMB Circular No. A-133,
"Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit
Organizafions."
18. Will comply wiih all applicable requirements of all other
Federal laws, executive orders, regutations, and policies
goveming this program.
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