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<br />GRANT APPEAL PROCESS <br />Any applicant who can show cause that established grant review procedures were not followed, or that the policies of <br />the program were not equitable to all applicants, may file an appeal in writing within fifteen (15) business days of being <br />notified of the CMAB’s decision. <br /> <br />A CMAB designated committee will review the appeal and determine if further investigation is warranted. If there is <br />cause for an appeal, the matter will go before the full board for a final decision. There is no right of appeal to dispute <br />decisions in respect to artistic quality or merit, ability or need. Contact the CMAB office to view a copy of the complete <br />appeal policy. <br /> <br />DEFINITIONS <br /> <br />Applicant: Individual/group/organization/local government organizing and implementing the proposal. If two groups are <br />involved, select one to be the lead and therefore the applicant. <br /> <br />stth <br />CMAB Fiscal Year: The CMAB Fiscal Year runs from July 1 to June 30. <br /> <br />Community: The group(s) of individuals served. <br />Evaluation: A systematic determination of merit, worth and significance, using established criteria. The primary purpose <br />of evaluation, in addition to gaining insight into prior or existing initiatives, is to enable reflection and assist in the <br />identification of future change. <br />Fiscal Agent: Organization which is legally responsible for the proper use of the grant funds when an applicant is not a <br />school or unit of government and does not have tax-exempt status under Section 501©(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. <br /> <br />Outcome: The final result when goals have been achieved and the proposed activities are complete. <br /> <br />RAC Data Information: Regional Arts Councils (RAC) data collected is maintained by the Minnesota State Arts Board and <br />is distributed to others in accordance with the Minnesota Data Practices Act. Complete information is necessary to <br />ensure the reliability of our data. <br /> <br />For more information on Central MN Arts Board programs, services visit our website at <br />http://www.centralmnartsboard.org or call 320.968.4290 or 1.866.345.7140. <br /> <br /> <br />Updated 7/18/18 11 <br /> <br /> <br />