With these concerns addressed, we should be able to proceed under the inter-local agreement without having to pursue initiating a bid process. As a result of the change in priorities which limits the number of our programs that are in the priority areas actions were taken during the quarter toward insuring continuation of existing programs. First, in January we requested and received approval to extend the grant period for all current programs for six months into FY2001. This will allow us to carry over any program savings we can generate between now and the end of this fiscal year to next year. Program continues to function well.
Expenditures are on track and appropriate.
The Talhequah portion of the program has made changes to improve that portion of the program. The program was in the final grant year of grant funding eligibility and was not part of our 2000 Grant Request. Program is active with on-site literacy lab active during the visit. Considerable progress noted since last review minimized potential forfeiture of 98 funds. The program was included in our 2000 Grant Request.