County Development Project Grant Application

County Development Project Grant Application

Applicant Identification

Applicant Name:

WHEREAS — Recitals

WHEREAS, Applicant Name: seeks financial assistance to plan and implement a public development project that benefits the County; and

WHEREAS, County Name: administers grant funds to support economic, infrastructure, and community development projects in accordance with County policy and available appropriations; and

WHEREAS, Applicant has submitted a project proposal and budget for evaluation and certification by the County and requests a grant in accordance with the terms set forth in this application and, if approved, in the grant award documents.

Project Information

Budget and Payment Terms

Total Project Cost:

Grant Amount Requested:

Matching Funds Committed by Applicant:

Late Payment Fee (if applicable):

Project Timeline and Term

Proposed Start Date:    Proposed End Date:

Certifications and Representations

By submitting this application, Applicant certifies, represents, and warrants that all information provided is true and correct to the best of Applicant's knowledge; that Applicant has authority to apply for and accept grant funds for the proposed project; and that any funds received will be expended for the purposes described in this application and in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and County conditions.

Applicant agrees to maintain complete and auditable records of expenditures and to permit County representatives to inspect records and project sites upon reasonable notice for the purpose of verifying compliance with grant conditions.

Confidentiality

Applicant acknowledges that certain information submitted with this application may be considered public records under applicable law. To the extent Applicant designates information as confidential, Applicant must clearly label such materials and provide a written statement of the basis for confidentiality. County will not be bound by such designation where disclosure is required by law; County shall provide notice to Applicant prior to disclosure when practicable.

Term and Termination (If Awarded)

Grant Term Commencement Date:    Grant Term End Date:

Either party may terminate any resulting grant award for material breach upon written notice and a thirty (30) day opportunity to cure, unless immediate termination is required to protect public health or safety.

Governing Law and Remedies

This application, and any subsequent grant agreement if awarded, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state in which the County is located, without regard to its conflicts of law principles. The parties agree that any dispute arising under the grant award shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the County's judicial district unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Indemnification and Insurance

Applicant shall indemnify, defend, and hold County harmless from and against any claims, liabilities, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of Applicant's performance or negligence in connection with the project, except to the extent caused by the County's willful misconduct. Applicant shall maintain insurance in amounts sufficient to cover foreseeable risks and shall provide certificates of insurance upon request.

Entire Agreement

This application and any grant award documents executed by the parties constitute the entire agreement between Applicant and County concerning the subject matter of the grant and supersede all prior representations, negotiations, or agreements, whether written or oral. No amendment shall be effective unless in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

Attachments and Supporting Documentation

Check all attachments included with this application:

Project plan / engineering reports    Detailed budget    Matching funds commitment letter

Permitting / environmental documentation    Other (describe below)

Applicant Certification

The undersigned certifies under penalty of perjury that the information in this application and accompanying documents is true, complete, and accurate; that the signatory is authorized to bind the Applicant; and that Applicant will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and grant conditions should funds be awarded.

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