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COPS Interoperable Communications Technology Grant Program a~ B. Project Goals f£ Objectives • Define the vision, goals, and objectives of what the jurisQiction is ultimately trying to accomplish and how the proposed project would fit into an overall effort to increase interoperability andlor data information sharing. if an interoperable communications plan has already been developed, it should be included in the application • Include a speclfic scope of work that provides measurable objectives (e.g., purchase and install the systemlequipmentwithin aprojected milestone date, draft and distribute information to public safety communities by a projected milestone date, and conduct on-site demonstrations to communities by another projected milestone date). • Discuss how the proposal features new or innovative approaches or solutions to increase.interoperabilitycnd/or information sharing among the entire publ'~c safety community (fire, emergency medical,.and law enforcement services). Reflect amulti-disciplinary andlor multi jurisdictional approach towards achieving interoperabiiity.. • ti other interoperebility or information sharing projects with separate funding streams are currently underway within your jurisdiction, address how this COPS-funded-~ project will not he duplicative, yet coordinated into one comprehensive plan for public safety interoperability within the region. Please describe the other projects} and the source of funding C. Implementation Plan • Propose a detailed implementation plan that includes a budget narrative and reasonable project timeline which identifies major milestones, including individual activity costs, federal and non-federal shares, and ptans for meeting the local matching requirement • Include an operational plan that addresses how the effort will be funded now and in the future. 1). Evaluation PIanlEffectiveness of Program • Please include a project evaluation plan, including performance measures and evaluation methodology. E, Additional Information • The proposal should clearly list partners and contain letters of support from each partnering agency, signed by the appropriate government officals, when the proposal is multi jurisdictional These letters should specify the respective roles of the participating agencies and acknowledge the designation of one specified lead agency to serve as the applicant agency (and, if awarded, lead agency and grantee for the consortia) The tatters of support should also address financial contributions to the local match • Provide information on any existi agreements such as Memoranda of Understanding (MOUsj or Mutual Aid Agreements with partnering jurisdictions. • Provide certification that the local government has evaluated the project submitted and that the project vnll be implemented in accordance with 28 CFR Part 66, Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments. 45