Section R990-100-28 - Citizen Participation(1) The state requires citizen participation and supports maximum participation of any interested persons and groups in the development and implementation of the CSBG programs at the state and local level, in advisory or administering capacity.(2) Tripartite boards are required for governing boards of private, non-profit organizations and for the administering/advisory boards of public agencies and shall conform to the requirements outlined in 42 U.S.C. 9910. (a) A minimum of one third of the board is to represent low income. A description of the democratic selection process for representatives of the low-income is to be available for review.(b) One third of the members of the board are to be elected public officials, currently holding office, or their representatives, except if not enough public officials are willing or available, appointed public officials may serve. Minutes of meetings or letters of appointment must be on file for review.(c) The remaining members are to be officials or members of business, industry, labor, religious, welfare, education or other major groups in the community. A description of the process used for selection of private sector representatives is to be available for review. The description shall include a process for interested private sector groups to petition for membership and how the petition will be considered. (2) As a part of the community needs assessment portion of the planning phase (conducted every three years), each eligible entity shall conduct public forums for low-income residents of the areas. These forums are to allow a discussion and listing of problems as viewed by the low-income and their suggestions for solutions.Utah Admin. Code R990-100-28
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-02, effective 12/23/2019