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New F1. BillFlynn
STATEMENT OF EDUCATION
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES
UNITED STATES of AMERICA
REHABILITATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Mr. Bill Flynn
SEP 23 1996
Director of Special Programs
Wood College, P.O. Box 289
Mathiston, Mississippi 39752-0289
Dear Mr. Flynn:
Thank you for you letter dated July 22, 1996 to Ms. Diana Fortuna of the White House
Domestic Policy Council. In your letter, you raised concerns about comments made by
peer reviewers on your organization's grant application for funding under the fiscal year
1996 Projects for Initiating Recreation Programs for Individuals with Disabilities Program.
Ms. Fortuna forwarded your letter to me for response.
It is my understanding that Ms. Mary Winkler of my staff recently discussed with you the
concerns you raised in your letter. I regret that your application was not funded and J
appreciate that your organization is interested in receiving a grant under the Recreation
Program. In our peer review process, we ensure that a comprehensive review and
evaluation of each application is conducted by a panel of expert reviewers in the field of
recreation programs for individuals with disabilities. During your conversation with
Ms. Winkler, I understand that you discussed in detail your concerns about each peer
reviewer's comments. As you know, this competition was highly competitive. Of the 224
applications received, only the top 14 ranked applications received funding.
The next competition for the Recreation Program will be held in fiscal year 1998 and I
hope you will submit another application for funding at that time. In order to assist you, I
have enclosed copies of the three top ranked applications funded under the fiscal year 1996
Recreation Program competition. If you would like to discuss these applications further,
feel free to contact the applicants directly or contact Ms. Winkler at (202) 205-8435. Also,
Ms. Winkler is available to assist you in developing any future applications for funding
under the Recreation Program.
In addition to the Recreation Program, you may consider submitting a grant application for
our Special Projects and Demonstration Program which also provides grants for services to
youth with disabilities. For your information, I have enclosed a copy of last year's Special
Projects and Demonstration Program application package that identifies specific criteria
used in the evaluation of applications submitted. Once you have had an opportunity to
review these materials, and if you have any questions, please contact Ms. Pamela Martin,
Program Manager, Special Projects and Demonstrations Program at (202) 205-8494.
600 INDEPENDENCE AVE.. S.W. WASHINGTON. D.C. 20202-2500
Our mission is to ensure equal access to education and to promote educational excellence throughout the Nation.
Page 2 -- Mr. Bill Flynn
Again, I appreciate the time and effort that went into the development of your application
and regret that it was not funded at this time. If I can be of further assistance, feel free to
contact me.
Sincerely,
Acting Associate Commissioner
Enclosures
cc: Ms. Diana Fortuna
White House Domestic
Policy Council
TO:
Fred Schroeder
Susan Benbow
FROM:
Diana Fortuna
DATE:
August 6, 1996
I got a call from a gentleman who is disappointed that he was
turned down for an RSA grant. He sent me the attached explanatory
materials. As Susan and I discussed, since it is not appropriate
for me to become involved in your decision in any way, the best way
to handle this appears to be to forward this to you and ask you to
handle as you deem appropriate.
Thanks.
WOOD
Wood College
COLLEGE
"A United Methodist
Church College"
Development Office
July 22, 1996
Diana Fortuna
Whitehouse Domestic Policy Council
Old Executive Office Building
Room 213
Washington, D.C. 20502
Dear Ms. Fortuna:
Thanks for listening to my concerns about our proposal for a recreation
program for handicapped children, and how it has been reviewed. I have
enclosed a copy of the narrative so that you can see for yourself what
we are trying to develop for children and young adults in the North
Central area of Mississippi. There is community support for the program
and I believe that this would be the first such unique approach to both
a recreational activity and a physical therapy program-a pilot program
that could be replicated in other communities across the nation if we
can get it underway.
As I read the comments by the reviewers, I was struck by what were obvious
contradictions in their interpretations of what we were proposing.
I was also dismayed by the Lead Reviewer's very negative comments; it
seemed to me that this person had a preconceived notion that this was
not something that the Department of Education should support. Do these
people have their own ideas of what types of programs should be supported?
You bet your life they do, and they have been working with certain individuals
and organizations or institutions which makes it easier to manage a project.
Please take a look at what we have proposed which is unique in providing
recreational activities as well as physical therapy, has community support,
can be replicated in other communities, involves other young people
with the handicapped children and young adults, and is will be managed
by an institution which has experienced staff familiar with federal
grant programs. I would not be bothering your office if I did not feel
strongly about this proposal; we will appreciate your help.
Sincerely,
mis them
Bill Flynn
Director of Special Programs
P.O. Box 289 Mathiston, Mississippi 39752-0289 Telephone: 601-263-5352 / 601-263-5248 / 601-263-8128 / 601-263-4964 FAX
"A college related to the United Methodist Church through the Board of Global Ministries"
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES
REHABILITATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
WASHINGTON, D.C.
INDIVIDUAL RATER EVALUATION FORM - NEW AWARD
PROGRAM: Recreational Programs for Individuals with Disabilities (84.128J)
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: This form is furnished for your use in evaluating the
application identified below. It is suggested that the reviewer read this form
first to become familiar with the questions asked about the application, and
then read the application in a thorough fashion. The eight criteria which
appear on the following pages have been reproduced from Federal regulations (34
CFR Part 75), and the authorizing statute for this program (Section 802 (a) of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended by section 801 (a) of Public Law 102 -
569, 106 Stat. 4344). NO OTHER FACTORS CAN BE USED. It is important that each
applicant have the benefit of your written comments, so please be as detailed
as possible. Please include page references for each of your comments. The
summary page should be completed last.
APPLICATION NUMBER: H128J 60042
APPLICANT NAME:
Wood College
TOTAL RAW SCORE: Enter subtotal score for each criterion and add.
CRITERION
RANGE
SUBTOTAL
(a) IMPACT OF THE PROJECT
0-20
10
(b) PLAN OF OPERATION
0-25
18
(c) QUALITY OF KEY PERSONNEL
0-10
A
(d) BUDGET AND COST EFFECTIVENESS
0-10
5
(e) EVALUATION PLAN
0-10
4
(f) ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES
0-05
3
(g) PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION OF FINDINGS
0-10
8
(h) PLAN FOR SUSTAINING AFTER PROJECT
0-10
PERIOD
3
TOTAL RAW SCORE
0-100
so
OVERALL RECOMMENDATION
1
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
Reviewer # 3
Panel # 9
IMPACT OF THE PROJECT (20 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
The application describes:
i) The extent to which the proposed project provides
individuals with disabilities with recreational
activities and related experiences that will enhance
their employment, mobility, socialization, independence,
and community integration skills;
ii) Information that shows: the number of individuals
with disabilities expected to be served; the types of
individuals with disabilities expected to be served; the
types of recreational activities expected to be
available; and, how the proposed recreational activities
and related experiences will improve the employment,
mobility, socialization, independence, and community
integration skills of the individuals with disabilities
to be served.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column. Add page number in the
right column.
+
The application provides a description
3-5
of the target populations who would
be potential participants in the
service
+
Guils GIF established for the number
10
of children and adults secred
annually and for the duration of
the project
-
Therapeutic benefits of the project
10
are described However impact of
the project activities on employment,
mebility , social cation, independence
and Community integration are met
clearly addressed
-
The impact of the project on
10
individuals served approvs to La
minimal, LV th Little opportunity for
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IMPACT OF THE PROJECT (20 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J) (CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column. Add page number in the
right column.
onyoing recreational and Social
outlets. As the proposal reads,
individuals receive one Scimments
riding session per week for Fineks,
then are replaced If this is not
decurate, the applicants need to
Le more precise and specific in
deta 15.
SCORE awarded for IMPACT OF THE PROJECT (MAXIMUM 20
(POINTS) ( 10
)
PLAN OF OPERATION (25 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
The application describes:
(1) The quality of the design of the project;
(2) The extent to which the project includes specific
intended outcomes that--
(i) Will accomplish the purposes of the program to
initiate programs to provide individuals with
disabilities with recreational activities and related
experiences that can be expected to aid in their
employment, mobility, socialization, independence, and
community integration;
(ii) Are attainable within the project period given the
project's budget and other resources;
(iii) Are objective and measurable for purposes of
evaluation; and
(iv) Include specific objectives to be met during each
budget period that can be used to determine the progress
of the project toward meeting its intended outcomes;
(3) The extent to which the plan of management is
effective and ensures proper and efficient administration
of the project;
(4) The quality of the applicant's plan to use its
resources and personnel to achieve each objective and
intended outcome during the period of Federal funding;
(5) The extent to which the applicant's plan identifies
the numbers of eligible clients by type of disability and
the numbers of clients with severe disabilities available
to participate in the project;
(6) The extent to which the applicant plans to conduct
outreach activities to recruit participants;
(7) The extent to which the applicant's plan ensures
that individuals who are otherwise eligible to
participate are selected without regard to race, color,
national origin, gender, age, or disabling condition;
and,
(8) The extent to which project activities are provided
in settings with peers who are not individuals with
disabilities.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
1
The app). cation describes specific
10-11
objectives for the project
+
Objectives appear to be attainable
within the project period
+
Objectives are measurable
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PLAN OF OPERATION (25 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J) (CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
+
A narrative is provided for project
7-8
activities
-
The application forces the reviewer
to "piece together" the plan of
operation from the narrative.
Organization of the narrative
according to the evaluation Conteria
(as required by the PFF would
have greatly benef Hed the application,
and allowed better assissment of
the plan's effectiveness.
1
Screening criteria for the project are
7
not clearly defined although
participants are screened in.
1
Operational plan generally lacks
specificity and details.
-
Services are not provided 11- settings
16-17
with peers who are not disabled. Non-
disabled individ nals in Contact with
participants are in rales of hired
assistants, volunteer, etc. who are
coming into class for disabled persons.
This does nov meet criteria, in my view
SCORE awarded for PLAN OF OPERATION (MAXIMUM 25 POINTS) ( is )
QUALITY OF KEY PERSONNEL (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J)
The application describes:
(1) The relevant experience and training of the project
director;
(2) The relevant experience and training of each of the
other key personnel to be used on the project;
(3) The amount of time that each key person will commit
to the project; and
(4) The extent to which the applicant, as part of its
nondiscriminatory employment practices, encourages
applications for employment from persons who are members
of groups that have been traditionally underrepresented,
such as--
(i) Persons with disabilities;
(ii) The elderly;
(iii) Women; and
(iv) Members of racial or ethnic minority groups.
+/-
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right- hand column.
+
Narrative descriptions of education
14
and experience of key project Staff
are given
!
However, na mes of key staff not
(4
provided heir are resumed:
tax
appended Impactant to 1:00 able to
link project state with 100 lifeations
-
Time Comm, tments of key staff are
14
net provided.
!
The application does 112t describe how
14
members of undercepensented 3r ups
will be recruited for positions.
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QUALITY OF KEY PERSONNEL (10 POINTS) (CFDA84.128.J)
(CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for QUALITY OF KEY PERSONNEL (MAXIMUM 10 PTS)
(1 )
BUDGET AND COST EFFECTIVENESS (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J)
The application describes:
1) The budget is adequate to support the project
activities and the Federal matching requirements;
2) Costs are reasonable in relation to the objectives of
the project; and,
3) Information that substantiates how the project will
meet its matching requirement and increase its share of
project costs during the project period, including an
identification of the sources and amounts of matching
funds.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"-" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
+
The year I budget 15 adequate to support
Buckset
proposed activities
100/-
+
A hudget justification i notuded on
the Federal budget pase Section C C
However, my pages were "cut off at
the britom in copying B. Her to
include justification in project
narrative.
+
The project has decreasing Federal
18
assistance for years 2 and 3.
-
The increasing applicant match is
8
based on expectation of donatrous
grants, and funderaising. These
are highly speculative The applica-
tion needs Firmer commitments for
support such as agreement trom
local businesses to provide Spon-
Sorships, charges on sliding toes etc.
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BUDGET AND COST EFFECTIVENESS (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J)
(CONTINUED)
+/-
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for BUDGET AND COST EFFECTIVENESS
(MAXIMUM 10 POINTS)
(5)
EVALUATION PLAN (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J)
The application describes the quality of the evaluation plan,
and the extent to which the applicant's methods of evaluation:
(1) Are appropriate for the project;
(2) Will determine how successful the project is in
meeting its intended outcomes; and
(3) Are objective and produce data that are
quantifiable.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
1
The application does not contain a
Section describing how the project
activities will be evaluated This
is part of the organizational problem
described previously.
+
The application does indicate that
21
progress will be monitored and
reported as well as project
finances. However, this ;3 very
general.
meantaring and reporting activities
10-11
-
fail to assess progress toward all
objectives and activities.
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EVALUATION PLAN (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J) (CONTINUED)
+/-
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"-" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for EVALUATION PLAN (MAXIMUM 10 POINTS) (4)
ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES (5 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
The application demonstrates that:
1) The facilities that the applicant plans to use are
adequate;
2) The equipment and supplies that the applicant plans
to use are adequate; and
3) The recordkeeping capabilities of the applicant for
financial and evaluation purposes are adequate.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"-" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
+
The stables and riding facilities at
19
Wood College appear I to adequate
For project activities
+
Outside resources such as community
20
have also been identified
+
Available supplies and
2c.
appear to be adequate
--
Other than annual audits the
20
capability of the applicant to
manage Federal grant money are
net addressed
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ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES (5 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
(CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"-" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES
(MAXIMUM 5 POINTS) ( 3
)
PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION OF FINDINGS (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
(1) The application describes a dissemination plan and
the extent and quality of its plan to disseminate the
findings and results of the project to the interested
public to facilitate replication in other locations.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
-
The application does not contain a
formal dissemination plan.
+
Some dissimination activities are
18
described, such as a newslatter,
videotapes, et,
+
Dissumination plan addresses potential
18
replications as well as 4 the
general public.
MORE SPACE FOR COMMENTS IS PROVIDED ON THE NEXT PAGE
PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION OF FINDINGS (10 POINTS)
(CFDA 84. .128J) (CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION OF FINDINGS (MAXIMUM
10 POINTS) (53)
PLAN FOR SUSTAINING THE PROGRAM AFTER PROJECT PERIOD
(10 POINTS) (CFDA 128J)
(1) The application describes its plan to sustain the
project after the termination of Federal grant support.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"-" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
+
methods For sustaining the project after
18
Lermination of Federal funding are
described.
-
Sustaining the program depends
entirely on support which has yet
to be committed The application
states that Support is expected to
Le generated" from local businesses,
grants from other governmental agencies
and local supporters. There : 3 is
commitment from any of these Sources
in evidence Sustaining the project
is too dependent on Speculative
avenue The applicant could have
gained commitment from local business
to spensor a specific Number of
participants, or in letter of agreement
from local MR/DD services to
offer reimbursement.
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PLAN FOR SUSTAINING THE PROGRAM AFTER PROJECT PERIOD
(10 POINTS) (CFDA 128J) (CONTINUED)
+/-
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for PLAN FOR SUSTAINING PROGRAM AFTER PROJECT
PERIOD (MAXIMUM 10 PTS) (3 )
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INFORMATION DISSEMINATION ACTION TEAM
AUGUST 6, 1996
11:00AM - 1:00PM
AGENDA
I.
The Viewing
II.
Words from the technical side
III.
Strategize around unsolved issues (ie. who gets the mail, getting local
feedback, etc.)
IV.
Other issues?
PARTNERSHIPS FOR STRONGER FAMILIES
INFORMATION DISSEMINATION ACTION TEAM
AUGUST 6, 1996
11:00AM - 1:00PM
AGENDA
I.
The Viewing
II.
Words from the technical side
III.
Strategize around unsolved issues (ie. who gets the mail, getting local
feedback, etc.)
IV.
Other issues?
PARTNERSHIPS FOR STRONGER FAMILIES
INFORMATION DISSEMINATION ACTION TEAM
AUGUST 6, 1996
11:00AM - 1:00PM
AGENDA
I.
The Viewing
II.
Words from the technical side
III.
Strategize around unsolved issues (ie. who gets the mail, getting local
feedback, etc.)
IV.
Other issues?
PARTNERSHIPS FOR STRONGER FAMILIES
INFORMATION DISSEMINATION ACTION TEAM
AUGUST 6, 1996
11:00AM - 1:00PM
AGENDA
I.
The Viewing
II.
Words from the technical side
III.
Strategize around unsolved issues (ie. who gets the mail, getting local
feedback, etc.)
IV.
Other issues?
PANEL RECOMMENDATION
APPLICATION #: 84,128J 6004s
PANEL#:
INSTRUCTIONS: The Lead Reviewer is responsible for completing
this form. Place an "X" in the parentheses to indicate the panel
recommendation. Under "strengths" and "weaknesses", provide a
clear and concise summary of comments made by panel members.
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL (
)
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
(
)
STRENGTHS:
Describe ptern of targets
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WEAKNESSES: emplayment Ded not describe relation ships to
PREGRAM
'W treme costs not necessary available.
in no attemps of or ganigation. SEE PAGE 12
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SEE PAGE 13
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APPLICANT COPY
LEFT out SINCE ACC AILE
STILL EMPLO YED ELSEWAGHT
SEE PAGE 14,15,16
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES
REHABILITATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
WASHINGTON, D.C.
INDIVIDUAL RATER EVALUATION FORM - NEW AWARD
PROGRAM: Recreational Programs for Individuals with Disabilities (84.128J)
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: This form is furnished for your use in evaluating the
application identified below. It is suggested that the reviewer read this form
first to become familiar with the questions asked about the application, and
then read the application in a thorough fashion. The eight criteria which
appear on the following pages have been reproduced from Federal regulations (34
CFR Part 75), and the authorizing statute for this program (Section 802 (a) of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended by section 801 (a) of Public Law 102 -
569, 106 Stat. 4344). NO OTHER FACTORS CAN BE USED. It is important that each
applicant have the benefit of your written comments, so please be as detailed
as possible. Please include page references for each of your comments. The
summary page should be completed last.
APPLICATION NUMBER:
1281 60042
APPLICANT NAME:
Word College, huss
TOTAL RAW SCORE: Enter subtotal score for each criterion and add.
CRITERION
RANGE
SUBTOTAL
(a) IMPACT OF THE PROJECT
0-20
10
(b) PLAN OF OPERATION
0-25
15
(c) QUALITY OF KEY PERSONNEL
0-10
5
(d) BUDGET AND COST EFFECTIVENESS
0-10
δ
(e) EVALUATION PLAN
0-10
of I
(f) ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES
0-05
4
1
(g) PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION OF FINDINGS
0-10
D
(h) PLAN FOR SUSTAINING AFTER PROJECT
0-10
5
PERIOD
TOTAL RAW SCORE
0-100
TH49
XX
OVERALL RECOMMENDATION
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
Reviewer #1
Panel # 9
X Added in correctly
IMPACT OF THE PROJECT (20 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
The application describes:
i) The extent to which the proposed project provides
individuals with disabilities with recreational
activities and related experiences that will enhance
their employment, mobility, socialization, independence,
and community integration skills;
ii) Information that shows: the number of individuals
with disabilities-expected to be served; the types of
individuals with disabilities expected to be served; the
types of recreational activities expected to be
available; and, how the proposed recreational activities
and related experiences will improve the employment,
mobility, socialization, independence, and community
integration skills of the individuals with disabilities
to be served.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column. Add page number in the
right column.
The proposed project provider individuals
in M. translitions is hurley itc in recreapional
should enhance their lefe
the activity discribed is United I the area
all
of harrback riding alone RECREATION ACTIVITY
there sex are sup fartive roaddn for this
anticipated results
There is limited ballon up + potential
continuation of deficity / allowing Keek
period. supportive resources are suggerled
but letters of support attached! CAW GET THERE
singlied int hat instructed any
hibliagiophy of past hrograms to horrowach
been other similar. chirities
liding Indisabled endividual II the There have
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IMPACT OF THE PROJECT (20 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J) (CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"-" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column. Add page number in the
right column.
SCORE awarded for IMPACT OF THE PROJECT (MAXIMUM 20
(POINTS) ( 10
)
PLAN OF OPERATION (25 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
The application describes:
(1) The quality of the design of the project;
(2) The extent to which the project includes specific
intended outcomes that--
(i) Will accomplish the purposes of the program to
initiate programs to provide individuals with
disabilities with recreational activities and related
experiences that ean be expected to aid in their
employment, mobility, socialization, independence, and
community integration;
(ii) Are attainable within the project period given the
project's budget and other resources;
(iii) Are objective and measurable for purposes of
evaluation; and
(iv) Include specific objectives to be met during each
budget period that can be used to determine the progress
of the project toward meeting its intended outcomes;
(3) The extent to which the plan of management is
effective and ensures proper and efficient administration
of the project;
(4) The quality of the applicant's plan to use its
resources and personnel to achieve each objective and
intended outcome during the period of Federal funding;
(5) The extent to which the applicant's plan identifies
the numbers of eligible clients by type of disability and
the numbers of clients with severe disabilities available
to participate in the project;
(6) The extent to which the applicant plans to conduct
outreach activities to recruit participants;
(7) The extent to which the applicant's plan ensures
that individuals who are otherwise eligible to
participate are selected without regard to race, color,
national origin, gender, age, or disabling condition;
and,
(8) The extent to which project activities are provided
in settings with peers who are not individuals with
disabilities.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
Expected but not clear as
long range aspectation
Deficient +i anlwade
services are available civering grent priva
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PLAN OF OPERATION (25 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J) (CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
Kan explars effective newhreference do
+
snaff animal life role
disabilities who rulght be reciuded
instruber refieds feleints with, barying
T
To reference to minoridus Elderly are within
nation Americance as such
in Decific them 'ce of
beers Mithout Rea Myldres
No Twin tax of CAP Program
Handle
07 included.
SCORE awarded for PLAN OF OPERATION (MAXIMUM 25 POINTS) 15 ( )
QUALITY OF KEY PERSONNEL (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J)
The application describes:
(1) The relevant experience and training of the project
director;
(2) The relevant experience and training of each of the
other key personnel to be used on the project;
(3) The amount of time that each key person will commit
to the project; and
(4) The extent to which the applicant, as part of its
nondiscriminatory employment practices, encourages
applications for employment from persons who are members
of groups that have been traditionally underrepresented,
such as--
(i) Persons with disabilities;
(ii) The elderly;
(iii) Women; and
(iv) Members of racial or ethnic minority groups.
+/-
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right- hand column.
here 10 reference to July titles
Two reference to project
w curriculum vital Ter stated reference
to cost maintenance of Lorder
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QUALITY OF KEY PERSONNEL (10 POINTS) (CFDA84.128.J)
(CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for QUALITY OF KEY PERSONNEL (MAXIMUM 10 PTS)
(
5
)
BUDGET AND COST EFFECTIVENESS (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J)
The application describes:
1) The budget is adequate to support the project
activities and the Federal matching requirements;
2) Costs are reasonable in relation to the objectives of
the project; and,
3) Information that substantiates how the project will
meet its matching requirement and increase its share of
project costs during-the project period, including an
identification of the sources and amounts of matching
funds.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
Dudger described usamized as
polaries equipment & increased motching
of continued cantrabutions
from 2 wenber of agencies but The letters
Support project if makehing funds
hole JC in ppert refarted
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BUDGET AND COST EFFECTIVENESS (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J)
(CONTINUED)
+/-
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for BUDGET AND COST EFFECTIVENESS
(MAXIMUM 10 POINTS)
( of )
EVALUATION PLAN (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J)
The application describes the quality of the evaluation plan,
and the extent to which the applicant's methods of evaluation:
(1) Are appropriate for the project;
(2) Will determine how successful the project is in
meeting its intended outcomes; and
(3) Are objective and produce data that are
quantifiable.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
21 NA difficult documentois gases ofer
to evaluate Leardine is negative infort
of apperimed sobblents
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EVALUATION PLAN (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128.J) (CONTINUED)
+/-
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for EVALUATION PLAN (MAXIMUM 10 POINTS) (01) I
ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES (5 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
The application demonstrates that:
1) The facilities that the applicant plans to use are
adequate;
2) The equipment and supplies that the applicant plans
to use are adequate; and
3) The recordkeeping capabilities of the applicant for
financial and evaluation purposes are adequate.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
La surface
Fardshin described afpear adequate
nativities any hed but To specific ready. 12th
Licordany of Linancial
No Submission of project I
Reg offeres
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ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES (5 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
(CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES
(MAXIMUM 5 POINTS)
(
4
)
PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION OF FINDINGS (10 POINTS) (CFDA 84.128J)
(1) The application describes a dissemination plan and
the extent and quality of its plan to disseminate the
findings and results of the project to the interested
public to facilitate replication in other locations.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
no clear cut description of
need to Lacon out is RFP
tion of fundings
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PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION OF FINDINGS (10 POINTS)
(CFDA 84.128J) (CONTINUED)
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"-" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION OF FINDINGS (MAXIMUM
10 POINTS) ( (0)
PLAN FOR SUSTAINING THE PROGRAM AFTER PROJECT PERIOD
(10 POINTS) (CFDA 128J)
(1) The application describes its plan to sustain the
project after the termination of Federal grant support.
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
+/-
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"_" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
suggested buffast from a Nariety of
arganizations in he community
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PLAN FOR SUSTAINING THE PROGRAM AFTER PROJECT PERIOD
(10 POINTS) (CFDA 128J) (CONTINUED)
+/- -
COMMENTS: Use clear, precise sentences. Indicate
Page
each strength with a "+" and each weakness with a
ref.
"-" in the left-hand column. Add page references
in the right-hand column.
SCORE awarded for PLAN FOR SUSTAINING PROGRAM AFTER PROJECT
PERIOD (MAXIMUM 10 PTS) ( J
)