261—113.7 (15) Application selection criteria. Applications for community microenterprise development organization grants shall be selected based upon the following criteria:
	 113.7(1) Geographic service area. The overall geographic diversity of the applicants for grants, including both urban and rural communities.
	 113.7(2) Ability to provide services. The organization’s ability to provide services to low-income and moderate-income individuals and underserved communities.
	 113.7(3) Services offered. The scope of services offered and the ability to efficiently deliver such services to low-income, moderate-income, and minority individuals.
	 113.7(4) Ability to monitor progress. The organization’s ability to monitor the progress of clients and provide additional technical assistance.
	 113.7(5) Ability to coordinate resources. The organization’s ability to build relationships and coordinate resources with other entities supporting microentrepreneurs.
	 113.7(6) Reporting. The organization’s plan to report and evaluate outcomes.
	 113.7(7) Financial resources. The amount and sufficiency of operating funds available.
[ARC 7764B, IAB 5/6/09, effective 4/17/09]