have the tools to address them. Dance partners, a project of Ballet Arts Minnesota, will use interactive telecommunications technology to spread the reach of cultural dance to underserved communities, including the elderly and disabled. Whereas the 50 largest dance companies are concentrated in only ten of our largest cities, this project has the potential to bring increased exposure to dance in rural areas. The Southwest Navajo Nation Virtual Alliance will implement a wireless community network to link five local tribal government entities spread over a 5,000 square mile region in southwest Arizona that suffers severe economic, ecological, and health problems. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: In determining whether to approve an application, in whole or in part, and the amount of such grant, the Administrator will consider the project's conformance with the program purposes and funding criteria set forth in the appropriations legislation and the Notice of Availability of Funds. Economic Development and Supportive Services Program 438 services to assist the elderly and persons with disabilities to live independently or prevent premature or unnecessary institutionalization. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Grant funds may be used for both economic development and supportive services activities, including the employment of services coordinators/case managers.
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