(1) Develop the policy guiding the implementation of ORS 285B.651 to 285B.676.
(2) Communicate the policy and the purposes set forth in ORS 285B.655 to underserved rural jurisdictions.
(3) Determine the amount of moneys available for distribution to Oregon’s Economic Development Districts under ORS 285B.655.
(4) Consult and coordinate with the district association on the distribution of moneys under ORS 285B.655. When consulting with the district association on the use of moneys, the department and the district association shall consider:
(a) Which rural jurisdictions are most in need of the assistance provided under ORS 285B.651 to 285B.676; and
(b) The geographical balance of the distributions and assistance.
(5) Work with the district association to determine the number and location of the grant writers and rural capacity builders to be hired with the moneys distributed.
(6) Make the distributions under ORS 285B.655 in accordance with the policy and priorities developed under this section from moneys in the Oregon Rural Capacity Fund established under ORS 285B.676.
(7) Oversee the rural grant services provided under ORS 285B.651 to 285B.676.
(8) Periodically consult with the League of Oregon Cities, the Association of Oregon Counties, the Oregon School Boards Association and the Special Districts Association of Oregon on the implementation of ORS 285B.651 to 285B.676. [2021 c.614 §3]
Note: See note under 285B.651.