Applicants in the later category should provide brief information on established community preservation practices within their community or jurisdiction. Identify how the project activities are consistent with the State or MPO planning processes. Describe the role and functions of the non-traditional partners participating on the project team. Describe plans for involvement or education of the private and public sector. Include dates of major milestones for project activities, the evaluation, and when written reports of the project activities will be submitted.
Priority is given to proposals that demonstrate a commitment of non-Federal resources.
Proposals should clearly describe use of in-kind and direct funding contributions and distinguish contributions that are made directly for the proposed projects from those made for other related activities. The budget should include a list of the major costs by category for the project. This could include, for example, personnel costs, travel, services, project evaluation including any contract services, etc. The budget should also show how the TCSP funds and other matching funds are used for these activities. The budget may include the costs for travel for one representative of the project team to participate and present the status and results of the project at two national conferences.