the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance. The standard application forms as furnished by the Federal agency and required by 49 CFR Parts 18 or Part 19 must be used for this program. Application Procedure: Applicant should submit application to the State agency designated by the Governor to administer the program. This agency will evaluate, select and approve eligible applicants and submit a program of projects to the Federal Transit Administration. This program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-110 and 49 CFR Parts 18 and 19. Award Procedure: The Federal Transit Administration approves the State s Program of Projects. ETA is responsible for providing notification of approval to the State- designated agency. Deadlines: As prescribed by the State agency designated to administer the Section 5310 program. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: As prescribed by the State agency designated to administer the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities program. FTA approves grants on a quarterly release cycle. Appeals: Interested persons are afforded the opportunity of a public hearing for capital projects. Renewals are given as determined by the designated State agency. ELIGIBLE BENEFICIARIES: (a) Handicapped (e.g. Deaf, Blind, Crippled); (b) Senior Citizen
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