§ 2513.40 - How will the State Plans be evaluated?

State plans will be evaluated on the basis of the following criteria:

(a) The quality of the plan as evidenced by: (1) The development and quality of realistic goals and objectives for moving service ahead in the State;

(2) The extent to which proposed strategies can reasonably be expected to accomplish stated goals;

(3) The extent of input in the development of the State plan from a broad cross-section of individuals and organizations including community-based agencies; organizations with a demonstrated record of providing educational, public safety, human, or environmental services; residents of the State, including youth and other prospective participants, State Education Agencies; traditional service organizations; and labor unions;

(b) The sustainability of the national service efforts outlined in the plan, as evidenced by the extent to which they are supported by: (1) The State, through financial, in-kind, and bi-partisan political support, including the existence of supportive legislation; and

(2) Other support, including the financial, in-kind, and other support of the private sector, foundations, and other entities and individuals; and

(c) Such other criteria as the Corporation deems necessary.