New Hampshire Code of Administrative Rules
Agr - Commissioner, Department of Agriculture, Markets, and Food
Chapter Agr 4000 - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR STATE FAIRS
Part Agr 4003 - APPLYING FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FOR STATE FAIRS PROGRAM GRANT
Section Agr 4003.04 - Content of Application

Universal Citation: NH Admin Rules Agr 4003.04

Current through Register No. 40, October 3, 2024

(a) Any eligible fair under Agr 4003.01 wishing to obtain a Capital Improvement Program Grant shall apply for a grant by submitting the following applicant information in writing to the department:

(1) Name and location of the fair;

(2) Attestation that the fair is a non-profit in New Hampshire, is in good standing with the New Hampshire Association of Fairs and Expositions, and is in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations;

(3) Name, title, mailing address, email, and daytime telephone number of the individual who can answer questions on behalf of the applicant regarding the project;

(4) List of names and contact information for the board of directors and include any conflict of interest forms they have signed;

(5) List a treasurer's name and contact information who will be responsible for complying with the requirements under RSA 425:19-c (V);

(6) List the dates and times the fair has been held in the past 3 years and the date and time of the fair in the coming year;

(7) For each of the 3 previous years the fair has been held, provide information of the following:
a. Area and population served;

b. Youth participation;

c. Attendance;

d. Gate receipts;

e. Number and type of exhibits and contests; and

f. Community support or number of volunteers;

(8) Describe how the fair has achieved success in its desired outcomes and purpose; and

(9) List improvements made to the grounds and facilities of the fair from year to year.

(b) Any eligible fair under Agr 4003.01 wishing to obtain a Capital Improvement Program Grant shall apply for a grant by submitting the following project information in writing to the department:

(1) A detailed description of the proposed project;

(2) A concise explanation of the need for the proposed project;

(3) A brief explanation of how the project will improve the health and safety of participants and the fair-going public;

(4) An estimated minimum useful life of the proposed project of at least 20 years;

(5) An estimated completion time frame after execution of a contract to perform work authorized by the grant of no more than 2 years;

(6) Provide a cost estimate from a contractor or provide details of costs for the fair to complete the project in house;

(7) If the fair is to complete the project in house, provide information of how the fair will be in compliance with all applicable construction standards and permitting requirements; and

(8) Provide documentation that at least 30% of the cost of the project is attributable to matching funds or in-kind services and will be kept in a separate account or accounting unit.

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