P-0335 - Soccer Superfund Policy and Guidelines 03-16-2004-8i

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• 2• Facilities Constructed Through Matching Grants to Public Entities Qualified public entities may apply for up to 5D% matching funds from the Soccer Superfund to assist in soccer field development projects. Project proposals must include proof of free and clear public ownership of the land on which the fields will be developed. The acceptance of in-kind services toward the 50% match will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Board of County Commissioners. The Board of Commissioners will make a determination on the approval of matching grants, at their discretion and as funds permit. To apply for matching funds, an application request must be submitted to the County. The application should state the name of the applicant organization, the purpose of the proposed project, the anticipated cost of the project, and other details as shall be specified on the application form. The applicant must provide documentation ensuring that their portion of the matching funds is available and at hand. • The application will be evaluated by County staff, with a recommendation submitted to the Board of Commissioners. 3. Conditions and Prioriti®s for Funding Consideration Priority consideration for funding (both County projects and matching grant projects) will be given to projects that meet the following criteria. Projects that meet multiple criteria will receive higher weighting: • Incorporate economies of scale (i.e., two or more fields situated together that share lighting and ancillary facilities) Construct full size fields (approximately 360' in length by 225' in width) Construct fields which include planned lighting Construct fields which include planned irrigation Construct fields that are readily accessible for public use Construct fields that have access to Public Transportation Construct fields that receive approval of appropriate regulatory agencies Locations where water and sewer is available (especially for proposed "soccer park" projects). Construct new fields that are not previously approved as part of a park master plan or concept plan as of the November 6, 2001 bond referendum. (Southern Community Park, Efland-Cheeks community School Park and all Schools occupied as of December 31, 2003 are not eligible to receive Soccer Superfund funding.)