Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Chapter 96-1 - GRANT PROGRAMS
Rule 96-1-.06 - Enforcing Underage Drinking Laws

(1) PURPOSE. The purpose of this grant program is for the enforcement of state laws prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages to minors and for the prevention of the purchase or consumption of alcoholic beverages by minors. Activities may include (1) statewide task forces to target establishments suspected of violating state underage drinking laws; (2) public advertising programs to educate establishments about laws and sanctions; and (3) innovative programs to prevent and combat underage drinking.

(2) TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Grant recipients are required to submit quarterly progress reports outlining project activities, number and composition of participating youth and progress in meeting project goals. Grant funds are administered on a reimbursement basis only. Recipients must comply with federal and state financial regulations relating to purchases, contracts, audit requirements and the maintenance of financial records. A final evaluation report must be submitted and approved by Council staff prior to final reimbursement of grant funds.

(3) ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS. Eligible applicants include units of state and local governments, school systems and private, non-profit organizations.

(4) AWARD CRITERIA. Georgia has developed an underage drinking task force comprised of local law enforcement, prosecutors, anti-drug abuse organizations, and state officials. This task force identifies, based on Georgia's current enforcement activities and needed enhancements/additional services, allocation of funds.

(5) DIRECTIONS AND DEADLINES FOR APPLYING. Requests for information should be addressed to Clarise Jackson-Hall, Grants Monitor, Children and Youth Coordinating Council, 3408 Covington Highway, 4th Floor, Decatur, Georgia 30032, (404) 508-6579 or e-mail at ClariseJackson-Hall@cycc.state.ga.us.