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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 93 - CABLE AND VIDEO SERVICE COMPLAINTS › Chapter 93-1 - RULES OF GENERAL APPLICABILITY › Rule 93-1-.01 - Definitions

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) "Affected local governing authority" means any municipal governing authority when any part of such municipality is located within the service area and any county governing authority when any part of the unincorporated area of such county is located within the service area.
(2) "Cable service" means the one-way transmission to subscribers of video programming or other programming service and subscriber interaction, if any, which is required for the selection or use of such video programming or other programming service. Cable service shall not include any video programming provided by a provider of commercial mobile service as defined in 47 U.S.C. Section 332(d) or video programming provided as part of and via a service that enable users to access content, information, e-mail, or other services offered over the public Internet.
(3) "Cable service provider" means any person or group of persons through a state franchise:
(a) Who provides cable service over a cable system and directly or through one or more affiliates owns a significant interest in such cable system; or
(b) Who otherwise controls or is responsible for, through any arrangement, the management and operation of such a cable system.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 93 - CABLE AND VIDEO SERVICE COMPLAINTS › Chapter 93-1 - RULES OF GENERAL APPLICABILITY › Rule 93-1-.02 - Customer Service Standards

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
A cable service provider or video service provider shall be subject to the following customer service standards, as set forth in 47 C.F.R. 76.309(c):
(1) Cable System Office Hours and Telephone Availability.
(a) The cable operator will maintain a local, toll-free or collect call telephone access line which will be available to its subscribers 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
1. Trained company representatives will be available to respond to customer telephone inquiries during normal business hours.
2. After normal business hours, the access line may be answered by a service or an automated response system, including an answering machine. Inquiries received after normal business hours must be responded to by a trained company representative on the next business day.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 93 - CABLE AND VIDEO SERVICE COMPLAINTS › Chapter 93-1 - RULES OF GENERAL APPLICABILITY › Rule 93-1-.03 - Complaint Resolution

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Required Information.
(a) Each provider shall establish written procedures for:
(1) receiving, acting upon and resolving subscriber complaints; and
(2) crediting and refunding subscriber accounts in accordance with the provider's policies or Rule  93-1-.04, whichever is greater. Complaint resolution procedures and credit and refund policies shall be addressed in the same document. The complaint resolution procedures shall prescribe a simple process by which any subscriber may submit a complaint in person, by telephone, electronic mail or in writing to the provider regarding an alleged violation of the customer service standards contained in Rule  93-1-.02, any terms or conditions of the subscriber's contract with the provider, or reasonable business practices.
1. Each provider shall furnish a copy of its written complaint resolution procedures/credit and refund policies to each affected local governing authority within whose jurisdiction it provides service before it begins offering service in that jurisdiction. A copy of each provider's complaint resolution procedures/credit and refund policies shall be furnished to the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia and the Georgia Municipal Association upon request.
2. Each provider shall furnish a written copy of its complaint resolution procedures/credit and refund policies to each subscriber at the time of initial installation of service, as well as upon a subscriber's request. At least annually, each subscriber shall receive an additional copy of the complaint resolution procedures/credit and refund policies as an insert in a monthly billing statement. A copy of the procedures shall also be available on the provider's web page.
3. If a provider plans to change its written complaint resolution procedures/credit and refund policies, a copy of the amended procedures shall be provided to the affected local governing authority and to each subscriber prior to the effective date of the change.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 93 - CABLE AND VIDEO SERVICE COMPLAINTS › Chapter 93-1 - RULES OF GENERAL APPLICABILITY › Rule 93-1-.04 - Credits and Refunds

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) In the event that the provider fails to begin installation of service within the scheduled time period, unless otherwise excused, the subscriber is entitled to a credit equal to the charge for a standard installation. The appointment for a subsequent installation shall be rescheduled for a specific time window that is convenient to the subscriber. In the event that the provider fails to begin installation of service during the time period set for the subsequent appointment, the subscriber shall be entitled to an additional credit in an amount equal to the regular, monthly recurring cost of three months basic cable or video service.
(2) Excluding conditions beyond the control of the provider, in the event that a service interruption occurs and restoration has not begun within twenty-four (24) hours after the provider receives a repair request from the subscriber for repair service, the subscriber is entitled to a credit in an amount equal to the amount that the subscriber was billed for cable or video service during the preceding billing period.
(3) In the event that the provider fails to arrive to correct any outage or make any requested repair at the stated time period, unless otherwise excused, the subscriber is entitled to a $20.00 credit.
(4) In the event that improper termination of service occurs, the subscriber is entitled to a free reconnection of the service that was improperly terminated and a credit in an amount equal to all charges that were billed to such subscriber for the period the subscriber did not have service.
(5) In the event that the provider owes the subscriber a refund or credit and fails to deliver the refund or credit within the time frame set forth in Rule  93-1-.02(3), the provider shall refund or credit to the subscriber an amount equal to twice the amount of the actual refund or credit that was due to the subscriber.
O.C.G.A Sec. 36-76-7.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 93 - CABLE AND VIDEO SERVICE COMPLAINTS › Chapter 93-1 - RULES OF GENERAL APPLICABILITY › Rule 93-1-.05 - Billing Disputes

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
A provider shall not assess a late charge, penalty or interest on a billing statement or discontinue a subscriber's service solely due to non-payment of the disputed portion of a bill during the pendency of the complaint resolution process provided for in these rules.
O.C.G.A Sec. 36-76-7.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › ADMINISTRATIVE HISTORY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The
Administrative History
following each Rule gives the date on which the Rule was originally filed and its effective date, as well as the date on which any amendment or repeal was filed and its effective date. Principal abbreviations used in the Administrative History are as follows:
f. - filed
eff. - effective
R. - Rule (Abbreviated only at the beginning of the control number)
Ch. - Chapter (Abbreviated only at the beginning of the control number)
ER - Emergency Rule
Rev. - Revised
Chapter 94-1, entitled "Marketing Order for Canola", containing Rules  94-1-.01  to  94-1-.14, adopted. flied March 1, 1995; effective April 1, 1995, as specified by the Agency.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.01 - Product Affected

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
All varieties of canola.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.02 - Area of Production Affected

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The entire State of Georgia.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.03 - Scope of Operation

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Research.
(2) Promotion.
(3) Education.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.04 - Extent of Operation

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The extent of operation under the statutory authority shall be as determined by the Commission within the limitations of the statutory authority. The Commission shall have the right to determine the activities of the Commission and the expenditure of funds under any one or all of the areas permitted under statutory authority.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.05 - Term of Operation

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The term of operation under this Order shall be for a three year period beginning April 1, 1995, and ending March 31, 1998, unless extended as provided by law.
O.C.G.A Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.06 - Method of Approval

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The approval of this order shall be by referendum of the affected producers as authorized and provided by O.C.G.A. 2-8-23 paragraphs (3) and (5).
(2) The approval shall be determined by the Commission at the close of such referendum period or provided by O.C.G.A. 2-8-23 paragraphs (3) and (5).
(3) The approval or disapproval of affected producers shall be upon an individual producer basis.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.07 - Time for Approval

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In the event the Commission, after a public hearing, determines that a referendum shall be held, a thirty (30) day period shall be set during which time ballots shall be received. The Commission has the authority to declare this order approved upon the results of tabulation revealing the requisite numbers of favorable ballots from producers who produce the requisite percentage.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.08 - Affected Producers

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
This Order shall apply to all producers of canola, including canola produced as seed and other types of oil seed rape for sale within and without this state.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.09 - Method of Finance

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Projects, undertakings and expenses incurred under this Order shall be financed by an assessment and levy of not more than two percent (2%) of the total gross value per bushel of all canola produced in this state for sale. The assessment and levy shall be against the affected producers of canola. Upon approval of this requisite number of affected producers and effective as of April 1, 1995, a levy assessment of two percent (2%) of the total gross value per bushel of all canola is hereby made. Such levy shall continue of force and effect until this Order is suspended or superseded as provided by law and during the time this order remains of force and effect.
(2) To the end that the Commission shall have such funds to defray expenses pending the collection of such funds under the levy and assessment herein provided, the Commission shall be authorized to borrow money and hypothecate anticipated collections as authorized by O.C.G.A. 2-8-27(d).
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.10 - Method of Collection

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The levy and assessment provided by this Order shall be collected from producers. As an aid in such collection, handlers, sales agents, packers and processors shall deduct the amount of such levy and assessment from each payment made to the producer and they shall remit the same to the Commissioner of Agriculture for the account of the producer.
(2) The Commissioner is authorized in the collection of funds to adopt and utilize a reporting and auditing method of collecting the levy and assessment provided herein.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.11 - Administration and Enforcement

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Commissioner of Agriculture shall administer and enforce the provisions of this Order, particularly as to the collection of levies and assessments.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.12 - Expenditure of Funds

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Commission is hereby authorized to expend funds of the Commission as it deems necessary to defray the costs and expenses incurred under this Order. The Commission is further authorized to expend funds to defray the actual costs and expenses of the Commission, including employees, special committees, advisory boards and individuals to aid, advise and assist the Commission in the performance of its duties.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.13 - Contracts

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Commission may enter into contracts as it deems necessary and advisable in the performance of its duties under the provisions of this Order, for the performance of duties and services, as the Commission shall deem necessary and proper.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 94 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR CANOLA › Chapter 94-1 - MARKETING ORDER FOR CANOLA › Rule 94-1-.14 - Records

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
It shall be the duty and responsibility of each affected person to keep adequate records that show the true amount of canola produced, sold, or purchased by him, and to make such records available for inspection and audit by the Commissioner.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 2-8-1
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › ADMINISTRATIVE HISTORY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Grant Chapter 96-1 entitled "Grant Programs" submitted January 3, 1994.
Grant  96-1-.01, .02 submitted July 29, 1994.
Grant  96-1-.01  submitted November 29, 1994.
Grant Chapter 96-1 submitted May 25, 1995.
Grant  96-1-.03  submitted July 18, 1995.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02 submitted December 15, 1995.
Grant  96-1-.03  submitted May 1, 1996.
Grant  96-1-.01, .02 submitted July 16, 1996.
Grant  96-1-.01, .02 submitted December 11, 1996.
Grant  96-1-.01, .02, .03 submitted August 18, 1997.
Grant  96-1-.01, .02, .03, .04 submitted December 19, 1997.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02, .04 submitted May 29, 1998.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02, .04 submitted July 12, 1999.
Grants  96-1-.01  to .06 submitted December 6, 1999.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02, .04 submitted June 22, 2000.
Grant Chapter 96-1 submitted January 12, 2001.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02, .04, .05, .06 submitted May 29, 2001.
Grants 96-1-01. to .05 submitted December 20, 2001.
Grants  96-1-.01  to .05 submitted January 10, 2003.
Grants  96-1-.01, .04 to .06 submitted August 7, 2003.
Grants  96-1-.01, .03 to .06 submitted December 16, 2003.
Grant Chapter 96-1 submitted December 22, 2004.
Grants  96-1-.01, .04 to .06 submitted August 2, 2005.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02, .04 to .06 submitted January 3, 2006.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02, .04, and .05 submitted June 12, 2006.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02, .04 to .06 submitted December 21, 2006.
Grants  96-1-.01  and .05 submitted June 18, 2007.
Grants  96-1-.01, .02, .04 to .06 submitted December 27, 2007.
Grant  96-1-.04  submitted March 5, 2008.
Grants  96-1-.01, .04, .05, and .07 submitted July 16, 2008.
Grants  96-1-.01, .04, .05, and .07 submitted March 26, 2009.
Grant  96-1-.08  submitted January 19, 2010.
Grant  96-1-.07  submitted May 17, 2010.
A new section entitled "Administrative Rules" containing Chapters 96-2-1 entitled "Governor's Office for Children and Families", 96-2-2 entitled "Definitions", 96-2-3 entitled "Administration", 96-2-4 entitled "Functions and Powers', 96-2-5 entitled "Notice of Grants Administered by Office, and 96-2-6 entitled "Adoption of Rules" have been adopted. Filed September 20, 2010; effective October 10, 2010.
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-.01 - Juvenile Delinquency Prevention and Treatment

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) PURPOSE. The purpose of this grant program is to provide funds for the prevention and control of juvenile delinquency; deinstitutionalization of juvenile offenders; provision of total separation of juvenile and adult offenders; the establishment of community-based programs; youth-oriented law enforcement; and improvement in opportunities for at-risk children and youth and their families.
(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 GOCF staff prior to final reimbursement of grant funds.
(3) ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS. Eligible applicants for the Spring 2009 cycle include current programs who are seeking 2nd or 3rd year funding. Continuation applicants include local governments, state government, school systems and private, non-profit organizations and will be notified directly of application procedures. Note: federal law requires that a minimum of 66 2/3 percent of federal funds must pass through local governments and non-profit groups.
(4) AWARD CRITERIA. Completed proposals contain a project narrative outlining statement of need, county juvenile data, goals and objectives, methods, evaluation and a continuation plan; detailed budget narrative; signed certifications; letters of support; and most recent audit (non-profit groups only). Continuation JJ applicants must comply with specific programmatic requirements published in the 2009 Juvenile Justice Continuation Request for Proposals.
(5) DIRECTIONS AND DEADLINES FOR APPLYING. Specific directions are contained in the 2009 Juvenile Justice Continuation Request for Proposals and Application Kit, which are available electronically upon request. Juvenile justice continuation applications are due March 3, 2009, and all eligible applicants will receive advance notice. Interested parties should contact Joe Vignati, Justice Programs Coordinator, 55 Park Place, NE, Suite 410, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, (404) 656-5183 or e-mail at Joe.Vignati@children.ga.gov.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-135 and P.L. 93-415; 88 Stat. 1109, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974.
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-.02 - Title V Prevention

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) PURPOSE. The purpose of this grant program is to provide funds for the development and initiation of delinquency prevention activities targeting youth who have had or are likely to have contact with the juvenile justice system. The ultimate objective of this grant program is to prevention youth from entering the juvenile justice system by addressing a variety of risk factors such as youth violence, school failure, teenage pregnancy and substance abuse.
(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. Grant recipients must provide 50% matching non-federal cash and/or in-kind funds.
(3) ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS. Eligible applicants for the Spring 2008 cycle include current programs who are seeking their 2nd year of funding. Applicants include county boards of commissioners who have established a local children and youth coalition and who have completed a comprehensive three-year prevention plan for the county based on an assessment of local risk factors and resources. Coalition members must oversee the implementation of the program. In order to receive these federal funds, the applying county must be in compliance with the status offender detention mandate.
(4) AWARD CRITERIA. Completed proposals contain a project narrative outlining statement of need, goals and objectives, methods, evaluation and a continuation plan; detailed budget narrative; signed certifications; and letters of support. Applicants must comply with specific programmatic requirements published in the Council's 2008 Request for Proposals.
(5) DIRECTIONS AND DEADLINES FOR APPLYING. Specific directions are contained in the Council's 2008 Request for Proposals and Application Kit. The booklets are available by request and at the Council's web site (
www.cycc.state.ga.us
). Applications are due March 3, 2008 by 5:00 p.m. Interested parties should contact the Council office at 3408 Covington Highway, 4th Floor, Decatur, Georgia 30032, (404) 508-6574.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-135 and Title V of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974, as amended.
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-.03 - Challenge Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) PURPOSE. The purpose of this grant program is twofold:
(1) to establish community-based alternatives to detention programs, and develop criteria for the appropriate placement of juveniles; and
(2) to implement a gender-specific program for female youth in the Department of Juvenile Justice's District 3 region.
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-.04 - Abstinence Until Marriage

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) PURPOSE. This grant program is intended for the initiation of programs seeking to prevent teen sexual activity. Funding will be devoted exclusively to abstinence until marriage programs seeking to prevent teen pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases, school drop outs, out-of-wedlock teen births, abortions and welfare dependency. Programs will provide abstinence education and, where appropriate, mentoring, counseling, and adult supervision to promote abstinence from sexual activity, with a focus on those groups which are most likely to bear children out-of-wedlock.
(2) TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Grant recipients are required to submit semi-annual 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 GOCF staff prior to final reimbursement of grant funds. Grant recipients must provide 40% matching non-federal cash and/or in-kind funds.
(3) ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS. Eligible applicants for the Spring 2009 cycle include current programs who are seeking 2nd or 3rd year funding. Applicants include local governments, school systems, faith-based organizations, and non-profit organizations.
(4) AWARD CRITERIA. Completed proposals contain a project narrative outlining statement of need, goals and objectives, methods, evaluation and a continuation plan; detailed budget narrative; signed certifications; and letters of support. Applicants must comply with specific programmatic requirements published in the 2009 Abstinence Until Marriage Request for Proposals.
(5) DIRECTIONS AND DEADLINES FOR APPLYING. Specific directions are contained in the 2009 Abstinence Until Marriage Request for Proposals, which is available on the GOCF website (
www.children.ga.gov
). Applications are due May 26, 2009 by 5:00 p.m. Interested parties should contact Danielle Ruedt, Public Health Programs Coordinator, at 55 Park Place, NE, Suite 410, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, (404) 656-5168 or e-mail Danielle.Ruedt@children.ga.gov.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-135 and P.L. 104-193, Section 10, Title V of the Social Security Act, as amended.
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-.05 - Juvenile Accountability Block Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) PURPOSE. The purpose of this grant program is to promote greater accountability in Georgia's juvenile justice system. There are 16 program areas to which funds can be awarded. They include (1) graduated sanctions for offenders; (2) building and renovating juvenile detention facilities; (3) hiring juvenile court judges, probation officers, and court-appointed defenders and advocates; (4) hiring juvenile prosecutors; (5) addressing drug, gang and youth violence; (6) training for law enforcement and court personnel; (7) establishing juvenile gun courts; (8) establishing juvenile drug courts; (9) establishing and maintaining a system of juvenile records; (10) establishing or enhancing interagency information-sharing programs; (11) enhancing accountability services to reduce recidivism; (12) establishing risk and needs assessments of juvenile offenders; (13) establishing accountability-based programs enhancing school safety; (14) establishing restorative justice programs; (15) establishing programs within juvenile courts that provide more effective and efficient means of offender accountability to reduce recidivism; and (16) the hiring and training of detention and corrections personnel.
(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 GOCF staff prior to final reimbursement of grant funds. Grant recipients must provide a 10% non-federal cash match.
(3) ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS. State, county and city units of government are eligible for JABG funds. The majority of funds are distributed based on a federally-calculated formula, and eligible recipients will be notified in writing of their maximum allocation. GOCF will also accept applications for new programs in 2009.
(4) AWARD CRITERIA. Applicants must complete a proposal containing a project narrative outlining statement of need, goals and objectives, methods, and evaluation, budget narrative, and continuation plan.
(5) DIRECTIONS AND DEADLINES FOR APPLYING. Specific directions are contained in the 2009 JABG Request for Proposals and Application Kit, which are available electronically upon request. Applications are due April 3, 2009 by 5:00 p.m. Interested parties should contact Joe Vignati, Justice Programs Coordinator, 55 Park Place, NE, Suite 410, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, (404) 656-5183 or e-mail at Joe.Vignati@children.ga.gov.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-135 and P.L. 105-277 of the Omnibus Consolidated Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act of 1999.
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

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(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.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-135 and P.L. 105-277 of the Appropriations Act of October 21, 1998.
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-.07 - Caring Communities: A System of Care Approach

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) PURPOSE. The purpose of this grant program is to provide funds to support communities' efforts in creating a more integrated and comprehensive System of Care that will improve child and family well-being. Funds will cover prevention and intervention services in the areas of child maltreatment, delinquency prevention, and youth development. This community approach must be strengths-based, outcome-focused, family-centered and must address identified needs by thinking "child first."
(2) TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Grant recipients are required to submit quarterly financial and progress reports outlining project activities, number and composition of participating youth and progress in meeting strategy outcomes. Grant funds are administered quarterly on a performance basis. 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 GOCF prior to final payment of grant funds. Grant recipients are required to participate in cross-site and local evaluations.
(3) ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS. Eligible applicants must be either a legal public government entity or non-profit (501c3) organization.
(4) AWARD CRITERIA. Completed proposals consist of a summary, community partner overview, defined target population, system of care description, evaluation plan strategy implementation plan, job descriptions, budget summary workbooks, and signed certifications. Applicants must comply with specific requirements published in the 2010 Caring Communities Request for Proposals.
(5) DIRECTIONS AND DEADLINES FOR APPLYING. The deadline for proposal submission is June 1, 2010. Specific directions are contained in the 2010 Caring Communities Request for Proposals, which is available on the GOCF website (
www.children.ga.gov
). Questions should be directed to Christina Taylor, Governor's Office for Children and Families, 55 Park Place, NE, Suite 410, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, (404) 656-5600, or e-mail Christina.Taylor@children.ga.gov.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-135.
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-.08 - System of Care: Community Strategy Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) PURPOSE. The purpose of this grant program is to provide funds to support existing or emerging System of Care framework in Georgia communities. Funded communities will offer prevention, educational, and social service activities designed to prevent child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency, and promote positive youth development while enhancing the quality of family life through the provision of services targeted to specific populations of focus. For 2010, the area of focus is the Governor's Result Area - Educated.
(2) TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Grant recipients are required to submit quarterly financial and progress reports through a web-based grants management system. Reports will include program data, participant data, and financial data. Grant funds are administered on a quarterly allotment system. 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 GOCF prior to final disbursement of grant funds. Grant recipients may be required to participate in a cross-site evaluation.
(3) ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS. Eligible applicants must be either a legal public government entity or non-profit (501c3) organization.
(4) AWARD CRITERIA. Completed proposals consist of a summary, community partner overview, defined target population, system of care description, evaluation plan strategy implementation plan, job description, budget summary workbooks, and signed certifications. Applicants must comply with specific requirements published in the 2010 System of Care: Community Strategy Grant Program Request for Proposals (RFP).
(5) DIRECTIONS AND DEADLINES FOR APPLYING. The deadline for proposal submission is March 1, 2010. Specific directions are contained in the 2010 System of Care: Community Strategy Grant Program Request for Proposals, which is available on the GOCF website (
www.children.ga.gov
). Questions should be directed to Tonia Poole, Governor's Office for Children and Families, 55 Park Place, NE, Suite 410, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, (404) 656-5600, or e-mail Tonia.Poole@children.ga.gov.
O.C.G.A. 49-5-135.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Chapter 96-2 - ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Subject 96-2-1 - GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Rule 96-2-1-.01 - Governor's Office for Children and Families

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The General Assembly created the Governor's Office for Children and Families to provide more efficient and effective services for at-risk families and troubled children in Georgia by consolidating the Children and Youth Coordinating Council and the Children's Trust Fund Commission, pursuant to O.C.G.A. 49-5-132.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-132.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Chapter 96-2 - ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Subject 96-2-1 - GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Rule 96-2-1-.02 - Administrative Assignment

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The Governor's Office for Children and Families is assigned to the Governor's Office of Planning and Budget for administrative purposes pursuant to O.C.G.A. 50-4-3.
(2)The office may accept federal funds granted by Congress or executive order for purposes of the fund as well as gifts and donations from individuals, private organizations, or foundations.
(3)The office has authority to carry out its duties and responsibilities in consultation with the Advisory Board pursuant to O.C.G.A. 49-5-132.
(4)The Governor's Office for Children and Families shall adhere to the bylaws and rules of order consistent with its authorizing legislation for the conduct of meetings and business.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-132.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Chapter 96-2 - ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Subject 96-2-2 - DEFINITIONS › Rule 96-2-2-.01 - Definitions

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Unless the context requires otherwise, the following words and terms have the following meaning:
(1) The "Act" means the Children and Family Services Strengthening Act of 2008.
(2) "GOCF","Agency", or "Office" means the Governor's Office for Children and Families created pursuant to O.C.G.A. 49-5-132.
(3) "Director" means the executive director of the Governor's Office for Children and Families created pursuant to O.C.G.A. 49-5-133.
(4) "Board" means the advisory board to the Governor's Office for Children and Families created pursuant to O.C.G.A. 49-5-134.
(5) "Child" means a person under the age of 17 years or a person under the age of 18 years who is alleged to be deprived or is alleged to be a status offender as those terms are defined by O.C.G.A. 15-11-2.
(6)"ARRA" means American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. This stimulus fund was intended to create jobs and promote investment and consumer spending during the recession.
(7)"Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)" means the JAG Program, administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), which is the leading source of federal justice funding to state and local jurisdictions. The JAG Program provides states, tribes, and local governments with critical funding necessary to support a range of program areas including law enforcement, prosecution and court, prevention and education, corrections and community corrections, drug treatment and enforcement, planning, evaluation, and technology improvement, and crime victim and witness initiatives.
(8) "RFP" means Request for Proposal and is an invitation for providers, often through a competitive process, to submit a proposal on a specific service.
(9) "SOC" means System of Care and incorporates a broad array of services and supports that is organized into a coordinated network, integrates care planning and management across multiple levels, is culturally and linguistically competent, and builds meaningful partnerships with families and youth at service delivery and policy levels.
(10) "TANF" means Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and provides financial help for children and their parents or relatives who are living with them.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-132.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Chapter 96-2 - ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Subject 96-2-3 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 96-2-3-.01 - Organization

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Director shall administer all rules and regulations of the Governor's Office for Children and Families, whose address is 55 Park Place, N.E., Suite 410, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303-2529 pursuant to O.C.G.A. 49-5-132.
(1)
Advisory Board Membership.
The board is composed of at least fifteen voting members, appointed by the governor who, as a group, have training, experience, or special knowledge concerning the prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect, emotional disability, foster care, teenage pregnancy, juvenile delinquency, law enforcement, pediatrics, health care, drug treatment, and rehabilitation, early childhood, primary and secondary education, or the administration of juvenile justice.
(2)
Advisory Board.
The advisory board shall:
(a) Elect a chairperson from among its membership. The advisory board may elect such other Officer and committees as it deems appropriate;
(b) Ensure at least one-fifth of the members of the advisory board shall be under the age of 24 at the time of their appointment, and at least 3 members shall have been or shall currently be under jurisdiction of the juvenile justice system or the foster care system. A single member may fulfill both of the above requirements;
(c) Serve without compensation, although each member of the advisory board shall be reimbursed for actual expenses incurred in the performance of his or her duties from funds available to the office. Such reimbursement shall be limited to all travel and other expenses necessarily incurred through service on the advisory board in compliance with travel rules and regulations. However, in no case shall a member of the advisory board be reimbursed for expenses incurred in the member's capacity as the representative of another state agency;
(d) Meet at such times and places as it shall determine necessary or convenient to perform its duties. Meet at the call of the chairperson, the Director or the Governor;
(e) Approve and maintain minutes of its meetings;
(f) Conform to the standards and requirements prescribed by the state accounting officer pursuant to Chapter 5B of Title 50;
(g) Provide regular advice and counsel to the Director, using the combined expertise and experience of its members to enable the office to carry out its statutory duties;
(h) Carry out such duties of the office as may be required by federal law or regulation so as to enable the state to receive and disburse federal funds for child abuse prevention and treatment and juvenile delinquency prevention and treatment.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Chapter 96-2 - ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Subject 96-2-4 - FUNCTIONS AND POWERS › Rule 96-2-4-.02 - Grant Administration

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1)
Application
.
(a) GOCF Funding Sources. The agency shall prepare and submit applications according to prescribed federal, state and private guidelines that sustain dollars or enhance services for children and families with the approval and signature of the Director
(b) SUB-AWARDS. GOCF shall receive applications for sub-awards from the local community to include government, school systems and non-profits.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Chapter 96-2 - ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Subject 96-2-4 - FUNCTIONS AND POWERS › Rule 96-2-4-.03 - Post-award Administration

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1)
Grant Monitoring
. GOCF may monitor sub-grant programs through financial and programmatic monitoring of initial and adjusted budgets; review of requests for expenditure; performance-based outcomes; evaluation of compliance with administrative, financial and programmatic guidelines by utilizing desk review and on-site reviews; and evaluation of program performance in achievement of outcomes.
(2)
Reporting
. GOCF is responsible for reporting data and information required as a condition of accepting a federal grant award. The reporting requirements are then passed through to GOCF sub-grantees as a condition of the grant agreement and are reported through program and financial reports to GOCF. These reports may include financial reports of expenditures, cash match funds, and program income; individual progress reports that compile sub-grantee program activities; programmatic reports detailing the use of funds during a particular time period; and statistical and summary reports of program performance. A sub-grantee that does not meet reporting requirements may be subject to a reduction in, or termination of, funding.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-132.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Chapter 96-2 - ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Subject 96-2-5 - NOTICE OF GRANTS ADMINISTERED BY OFFICE › Rule 96-2-5-.01 - Byrne JAG - ARRA Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Provides funding to support a range of activities to prevent and control crime and improve the criminal justice system. This funding will enhance the law enforcement response to child victims of commercial sexual exploitation.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-132.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 96 - GRANTS OF GOVERNOR'S OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES › Chapter 96-2 - ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Subject 96-2-5 - NOTICE OF GRANTS ADMINISTERED BY OFFICE › Rule 96-2-5-.02 - Caring Communities - System of Care

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Provides funding to local communities to create a more integrated and comprehensive SOC that will improve child and family well-being. The grant funds programs that target the Governor's Results Areas: Educated, Healthy, Safe and Growing.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 49-5-132.