99-346-19 Me. Code R. § 6

Current through 2024-50, December 11, 2024

Section 346-19-6 - Funding

A.Processing of Applications. MaineHousing may process applications on a first come first served basis or may set an application due date described in the Program Guide for submission for review by a scoring committee. The selection process will be outlined in the Program Guide.

B.Selection for Funding. MaineHousing shall retain final discretion as to whether or not to offer funds to a particular Applicant for a particular purpose.

C.Availability of Funds. Grants are always subject to the availability of funds.

D.Selection Criteria. MaineHousing will set forth requirements and selection and approval criteria germane to a particular Program in the applicable Program Guide. Selection criteria may include but are not limited to the following:

i.Mainstream Resources

1. how well the Applicant assists clients in the completion and submission of applications for Mainstream Resources; and

2. how well the Applicant captures the results of the actual benefits received.

ii.Housing

1. how well the Applicant assists clients in the completion and submission of applications for client appropriate housing;

2. how well the Applicant assists clients with housing searches;

3. how well the Applicant assists clients with landlord relationships; and

4. how well the Applicant has developed and maintained effective working relationships with local General Assistance offices in assisting clients with access and applications.

iii.Health Care

1. Applicant's relationships and links with one or more local health care providers who provide treatment for clients; and

2. Applicant's ability to provide or refer clients for mental health or substance abuse assessments and treatment.

iv.Employment

1. how well the Applicant assists clients with employment searches, including registering with Maine's Job Bank;

2. how well the Applicant has developed and maintained effective working relationships with local Career Centers in assisting clients; and

3. how well the Applicant has developed and maintained effective working relationships with local employers or employment agencies in assisting clients.

v.Prevention

1. Applicant's knowledge of and ability to refer clients to Pine Tree Legal Assistance for eviction prevention and other legal assistance; and

2. Applicant's knowledge of and ability to actively refer clients to other local and regional resources, as appropriate.

99-346 C.M.R. ch. 19, § 6