571—33.22(455A) Grantee responsibilities.
	33.22(1) Timely completion of projects. Projects are expected to be completed in a 12-month time period; however, up to 18 months may be allowed by the board for grants difficult to accomplish in 12 months. The board may consider extending the time period of a grant upon request.
	33.22(2) Recordkeeping and retention. Grant recipients shall keep adequate records relating to the administration of a project, particularly all incurred expenses. These records shall be available for audit by representatives of the department and the state auditor’s office. All records shall be retained in accordance with state laws.
	33.22(3) Midterm and final reports. Grantees shall provide midterm and final reports that include information detailing progress toward goals and objectives, expenditures and services on forms provided for those reports. The reports shall clearly identify the status of fundraising relevant to the approved project and problems that may cause a delay in completing the project within the approved project period. Failure to submit reports by the due date shall result in suspension of financial payments to the grantee until the time that the report is received. Grants are considered active until the board notifies the grantee that the grant has been terminated or completed by the terms of the grant. At the completion of the project and prior to the final payment, a final written report shall be submitted by the grantee to the board. The final 10 percent payment shall be withheld pending this report, which shall include a 75- to 100-word summary of project results. This summary will be posted on the state environmental education website. No new awards shall be made for continuation programs when there are delinquent reports from prior grants.
	33.22(4) Contract revisions. The grantee shall immediately inform the board of any revisions in the project budget in excess of 10 percent of a line item. The board and the grantee may negotiate a revision to the contract to allow for expansion or modification of services, but shall not increase the total amount of the grant. The board retains the authority to approve or deny contract revisions.
	33.22(5) Nonapplication of copyright. Program materials developed from REAP funds for conservation education materials shall bear the REAP logo. However, materials developed under this grant shall not be copyrighted by the grantee unless the board gives permission.
	33.22(6) Restrictions. Funds allocated under this chapter shall not be used for out-of-state travel or equipment, such as typewriters, computers, and hardware, or for construction, renovation, or remodeling costs unless specifically approved by the board.
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