MOU between LC and the LC EDC to provide grant awards to nonprofits serving LC using the CARES ACT Coronavirus Relief Funds. BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF: RESOLUTION NO. 20-271
APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN LEWIS COUNTY AND LEWIS COUNTY
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL TO PROVIDE
GRANT AWARDS TO NON PROFITS SERVING LEWIS
COUNTY USING THE CARES ACT CORONAVIRUS
RELIEF FUNDS
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), Lewis County, Washington,
has reviewed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Lewis County and
Lewis County Economic Development Council for the period of August 10, 2020,
through October 31, 2020; and
WHEREAS, funding is available through the Department of Commerce as a pass
through Grant from the CARES ACT Coronavirus Relief Funds to provide non profit
grants and develop a committee to make final determination on grant awards in
relation to granted Coronavirus Relief Funds not to exceed $200,000; and
WHEREAS, It would be in the best interest of the Lewis County residents for the County
to enter into an MOU with LEDC to provide these services upon receipt of Coronavirus
Relief funding; and
WHEREAS, it appears to be in the best public interest to authorize the execution of the
said contract with Lewis County.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MOU between Lewis County Economic
Development Council and Lewis County in the amount not to exceed $200,000 from
August 10, 2020, through October 31, 2020 is hereby approved and the County
Manager is authorized to sign the same.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 10th day of August, 2020.
APPROVED AS TO FORM: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Jonathan Meyer, Prosecuting Attorney LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Amber Smith Gary Stamper
By: Amber Smith, Gary Stamper, Chair
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
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`LEWIS COUNTY
Memorandum of Understanding
Memorandum of Understanding#: Lewis Economic Development Council
Memorandum of Understanding COVID-19
This Memorandum of Understanding is entered into by and between Lewis County, herein
after referred to as County,and Lewis Economic Development Council,herein after referred
to as LEDC.
Preamble
Purpose
The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding("MOU") is to have LEDC,under the
direction of County:
• Provide a proposal of committee members to the BOCC who will review nonprofit
organization grant applications and make final determination on grant awards in
relation to granted Coronavirus Relief Funds.
It would be in the best interest of the Lewis County residents for County to enter into an
MOU with LEDC to provide these services upon receipt of Coronavirus Relief funding.
Recitals
WHEREAS, COVID-19, a respiratory disease that can result in serious illness or death, is
caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus,which is a new strain of coronavirus that had not been
previously identified in humans and can easily spread from person to person;and
WHEREAS,on January 31,2020,the United States Department of Health and Human Services
Secretary Alex Azar declared a public health emergency for COVID-19, beginning
January 27, 2020; and
WHEREAS, on February 29, 2020, Washington Governor Jay lnslee declared a state of
emergency in response to the continued and growing threat presented by COVID-19;
and
WHEREAS, on March 13, 2020, the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners declared
a present emergency,and continues to extend such order,which necessitates utilization
of emergency powers granted pursuant to RCW 36.40.180 and RCW 38.52.070(2); and
Erik Martin Edna J. Fund Bobby Jackson Gary Stamper Rieva Lester
County Manage,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest if Lewis County to work with local organizations and
businesses to coordinate acquiring necessary supplies for prevention, detection,
treatment, and eradication of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS,Lewis County has been federal funding for costs incurred during the public health
emergency with respect to the coronavirus disease during the period of March 1, 2020,
thru October 31, 2020; and
WHEREAS, the Washington State Department of Commerce has awarded a grant for
$4,371,400.00 to address the costs incurred during the coronavirus public health
emergency; and
WHEREAS,the parties agree to proceed as outlined herein and enter into this Memorandum
of Understanding as a voluntary and mutually beneficial understanding.
Witnesseth
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual benefits and covenants hereafter
contained,the parties agree hereto as follows:
General Terms and Conditions
1. Scope of LEDC's Services
LEDC agrees to provide services, reports, and any material set forth in Exhibit A:
Statement of Work and Reporting Requirements during the MOU term. No material,
labor, or facilities will be furnished by LEDC unless otherwise provided for in this MOU.
2. Accounting and Payment for Services
Payment to LEDC for supplies and services rendered under this MOU shall be as set forth
in Exhibit B: Budget, Invoicing and Payment attached hereto. Unless specifically stated
in Exhibit B or approved in writing in advance by the County Representative for this
MOU, County and LEDC will not reimburse the other for any costs or expenses incurred
outside the performance of this MOU.
County and LEDC acknowledge that the entire compensation for this MOU is specified in
Exhibit B and LEDC is not entitled to any County benefits including, but not limited to,
vacation pay, holiday pay,sick leave pay, medical, dental, or other insurance benefits, or
any other rights or privileges afforded to County employees outside of their respective
entitlements and obligations.
3. Assignment and Subcontracting
Unless otherwise provided for in this MOU, no portion of this MOU may be assigned or
subcontracted to any other individual, form, or entity without the express and prior
written approval of the County MOU Representative.
4. Administration
This Memorandum of Understanding does not create a separate entity. This MOU shall
be jointly administered by County and LEDC.
5. LEDC Commitments,Warranties and Representations
Any written commitment received from LEDC concerning this MOU shall be binding on
LEDC, unless otherwise specifically provided herein with reference to this paragraph.
Failure of LEDC to fulfill such a commitment shall render LEDC liable for damages to the
County.A commitment includes, but is not limited to, any representation made prior to
execution of this MOU, whether or not incorporated elsewhere herein by reference, as
to performance of services or equipment, process, LEDC's qualifications or experience,
or options for future acquisition to remain in effect for a fixed period or warranties.
6. Certification of Work
All work submitted by LEDC shall be certified by LEDC and checked for errors and
omissions. LEDC shall be responsible for the accuracy of the work, even if the work is
accepted by the County.
7. Debarment Certification
LEDC, by signature to this MOU, certifies LEDC is not presently debarred, suspended,
proposed for debarment, declared ineligible or voluntarily excluded from participating
in this contract or any program agreement by any federal, state or local government or
agency or by any special district. LEDC also agrees to include the above requirement in
all subcontracts into which it enters.
8. Regulations and Requirements
This MOU shall be subject to all laws, rules, and regulations of the United States of
America,the State of Washington, and political subdivisions of the State of Washington,
and to any other provisions set forth in Special Terms and Conditions.
9. Public Records Law
Each Party will fulfill their independent obligations, separately, under the Washington
Public Records Act(chapter 42.56 of the Revised Code of Washington). In the event one
Party fails to fulfill its obligations pursuant to this section and due in whole or in part to
such failure a court of competent jurisdiction imposes a penalty upon the other Party for
violation of the Public Records Act, the failing Party shall indemnify the other for that
penalty, as well as for all costs and attorney fees incurred by the other Party in the
litigation giving rise to such a penalty. The obligations created by this section shall
survive the termination of this MOU.
10. Open Public Meetings Law
Each Party will fulfill their independent obligations, separately, under the Washington
Open Public Meetings Act (chapter 42.30 of the Revised Code of Washington). In the
event one Party fails to fulfill its obligations pursuant to this section and due in whole or
in part to such failure a court of competent jurisdiction imposes a penalty upon the other
Party for violation of the Open Public Meetings Act,the failing Party shall indemnify the
other for that penalty, as well as for all costs and attorney fees incurred by the other
Party in the litigation giving rise to such a penalty.The obligations created by this section
shall survive the termination of this MOU.
11. Political Activity Prohibited
None of the funds provided under this MOU shall be used for any partisan political
activity, or to further the election or defeat of any candidate for public office or ballot
measure. However, no person engaged to perform such services pursuant to this MOU
shall be precluded from devoting income derived from such services to any lawful
political activity, or to the support of a candidate for public office or of a ballot measure.
12. Right to Review
This MOU is subject to review by any federal or state auditor. The Parties or their
designees shall have the right to review and monitor the financial and service
components of this MOU by whatever means are deemed expedient by the MOU
Representative. Such review may occur with or without notice and may include, but is
not limited to, on-site inspection by County or LEDC agents or employees, inspection of
all records or other materials which the Parties deem pertinent to the MOU and its
performance,and any and all communications with or evaluations by service recipients
under this MOU.
13. Modifications
Either party may request changes in the MOU.Any and all agreed modifications shall be
in writing, signed by each of the parties.
14. Termination
Either Party may terminate this MOU upon 30 days' prior written notification to the
other Party. If this MOU is so terminated,the Parties shall be liable only for performance
rendered or costs incurred in accordance with the terms of this MOU prior to the
effective date of termination.
15. Termination for Public Convenience
Either Party may terminate the MOU, in whole or in part, whenever the terminating
Party determines, in its sole discretion, that such termination is in the interests of the
terminating Party.Whenever the MOU is terminated in accordance with this paragraph,
the non-terminating Party shall be entitled to payment for actual work performed at unit
MOU prices for completed items of work.The terminating Party shall make a reasonable,
equitable adjustment in the MOU price for partially completed items of work, but such
adjustment shall not include provision for loss of anticipated profit on deleted or
uncompleted work. Termination of this MOU by Party at any time during the term for
convenience,shall not constitute a breach of MOU by the terminating Party.
16. Suspension of Performance and Resumption of Performance
In the event of government closure,suspension,or limitation of funding in any way after
the effective date of this MOU and prior to normal completion, Parties may give notice
to the other Party to suspend performance as an alternative to termination. Parties may
elect to give written notice to the other Party to suspend performance when the Party
determines there is a reasonable likelihood that the funding insufficiency may be
resolved in a timeframe that would allow performance to be resumed prior to the end
date of this MOU. Notice may include notice by facsimile or email to the MOU's
Representative.The Parties shall suspend performance on the date stated in the written
notice to suspend. During the period of suspension of performance, each Party may
inform the other of any conditions that may reasonably affect the potential for
resumption of performance. Notice may be contingent upon the occurrence or non-
occurrence of a future event; e.g. the failure of the State of Washington to pass a budget
by a date specified in the notice.
When the Parties determine that the funding insufficiency is resolved, the Parties may
give written notice to resume performance and a proposed date to resume performance.
Upon receipt of written notice to resume performance, the Parties will give written
notice to the other as to whether it can resume performance, and, if so, the date upon
which it agrees to resume performance. If Parties give notice that they cannot resume
performance, the Parties agree that the MOU will be terminated retroactive to the
original date of suspension of performance.
If the funding issue is not resolved, the Parties may terminate the MOU under the
"Termination for Convenience" clause.
17. Defense and Indemnity MOU
Either Party shall defend, protect, and hold harmless the other Party or any officers or
employees thereof, from and against all claims, suits, or action arising from any
intentional or negligent act or omission of the other Party or any employee, agent or
representative of the other Party or any subcontractor, while performing under the
terms of this MOU.
18. Insurance Coverage
LEDC shall comply with all provisions described in Exhibit C: Insurance Coverage,
attached hereto.
19. Resolution of Conflicts
In the event of an inconsistency in this MOU, unless otherwise provided herein, the
inconsistency shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:
i. Applicable federal and state statutes and regulations
ii. Special terms and conditions
iii. Exhibits
iv. General terms and conditions
v. Any other provision of this MOU whether incorporated by reference or otherwise.
20. Disputes,Venue and Choice of Law
Both Parties agree that any disputes that arise under or relating to this MOU that cannot
be resolved to the satisfaction of both parties shall be submitted to mediation before
either party starts litigation in any form.An impartial third party acceptable to both the
County and LEDC will be appointed to mediate. Should the parties be unable to agree
upon a mediator,then the dispute shall be mediated through the Washington Arbitration
and Mediation Service,at its Tacoma office,and in accordance with the WAMS mediation
rules. Each Party shall pay an equal percentage of the mediator's fees and expenses.
Either Party may not use any funds received under this MOU to pay mediator's fees and
expenses. The mediation shall be confidential in all respects, as allowed or required by
law.
In the event that mediation does not resolve the dispute, the venue for any litigation
arising under or relating to this MOU shall be in the courts of the State of Washington.
This MOU shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington, excepting only the
choice of law rules of the State of Washington.
21. Records Maintenance
Each Party shall maintain all books, records, documents, data and other evidence
relating to this MOU and performance of the services described herein,including but not
limited to, accounting procedures and practices which sufficiently and properly reflect
all direct and indirect costs of any nature expended in the performance of this MOU.Both
Parties shall retain such records for a period of seven(7)years following the date of final
payment.
If any litigation, claim or audit is started before the expiration of the seven- (7) year
period, the records shall be retained for a period of seven (7) years after all litigation,
claims, or audit findings involving the records have been finally resolved.
22. Recapture
In the event a Party fails to perform services specified in this MOU in accordance with
state laws, federal laws,and/or the provisions of this MOU,the other Party reserves the
right to recapture funds in an amount required to compensate the other Party for the
noncompliance in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity.
Repayment by the failing Party or refunds under this recapture provision shall occur
within the timeframe specified by the other Party.In the alternative,the other Party may
recapture such funds from payments due under this MOU.
23. Confidentiality
Both Parties or any employee, agent or representative of the Parties or any
subcontractor shall maintain the confidentiality of all information provided or acquired
by the Parties in performance of this MOU, except upon prior written consent of the
Attorneys for each Party or an order entered by a court after having acquired jurisdiction
over the Parties. Each Party shall indemnify and hold harmless the other Party, its
officials, agents or employees from all loss or expense, including, but not limited to,
settlements,judgments,setoffs,attorney's fees,and costs resulting from a Party's breach
of this provision.
24. Information System Security
LEDC shall protect and maintain all confidential information gained by reason of this
contract against unauthorized use, access, disclosure, modification or loss. Personal
and/or medical information collected, used or acquired in connection with this contract
shall be used solely for the purposes of this contract.
25. Protection of Personal Information
LEDC shall not use, publish, transfer, sell or otherwise disclose any confidential
information gained by reason of this contract for any purpose that is not directly
connected with the Contractor's performance of the services contemplated hereunder
except as provided by law, received by LEDC pursuant to section 8 of this contract or
with the prior written consent of the individual or personal representative of the
individual who is the subject of the personal information. Upon request by the County
or at the end of the contract term, or when no longer needed, LEDC shall return the
confidential information or certify in writing that LEDC destroyed the information in a
manner that cannot be reconstructed.
26. Ethics/Conflicts of Interest
In performing under this MOU,both Parties will assure compliance with the Ethics in
Public Service Act (Chapter 42.52 Revised Code of Washington), and any other
applicable state or federal law related to ethics or conflicts of interest.
27. Information System Security
Both Parties shall protect and maintain all confidential information gained by reason of
this MOU against unauthorized use, access, disclosure, modification or loss. Personal
and/or medical information collected, used or acquired in connection with this MOU
shall be used solely for the purposes of this MOU.
28. MOU Amendments
No amendment,modification or renewal shall be made to this MOU unless set forth in a
written Memorandum of Understanding Amendment, signed by both parties. Work
under a Memorandum of Understanding Amendment shall not proceed until both
Parties duly executes the Memorandum of Understanding Amendment.
29. Severability
If any term or condition of this MOU or the application thereof to any person(s) or
circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other terms, conditions or
applications which can be given effect without the invalid term,condition or application.
To this end,the terms and conditions of this MOU are declared severable.
30. Conformance
If any provision of this MOU violates any statute or rule of law of the state of Washington
or of the United States of America,it is considered modified to conform to that statute or
rule of law.
31. Waiver
Waiver of any breach or condition of this MOU shall not be deemed a waiver of any prior
or subsequent breach. No term or condition of this MOU shall be held to be waived,
modified or deleted except by an instrument, in writing, signed by the party granting
such a waiver.
32. Survival
The terms and conditions contained in this MOU will survive the completion,
cancellation,termination or expiration of the MOU.
33. Entire MOU
This written MOU along with attached exhibits and the documents and terms
incorporated herein by Section 23 of this MOU, represents the entire MOU between the
parties.
34. Parties
Each party to this MOU shall have an MOU representative. Each party may change its
representative upon providing written notice to the other party. The parties' MOU
representatives for this MOU are:
For the County:
Erik Martin
Erik.martin @lewiscountywa.gov
For Lewis Economic Development Council:
Daniel Rich
360-748-0114
35. Authorization
Only the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners, Director of Lewis County Public
Health & Social Services, or its designated MOU Representative identified herein, shall
have the expressed,implied,or apparent authority to alter,amend,modify,or waive any
clause or condition of this MOU with respect to the rights and responsibilities of County.
Furthermore, any alteration, amendment, modification, or waiver of any clause or
condition of this MOU is not effective or binding unless made in writing and signed by
the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners, County Manager, Director of Lewis
County Public Health&Social Services,or its MOU Representative.
Only the LEDC Board Chair,or its designated MOU Representative identified herein,shall
have the expressed, implied,or apparent authority to alter,amend,modify,or waive any
clause or condition of this MOU with respect to the rights and responsibilities of LEDC.
Furthermore, any alteration, amendment, modification, or waiver of any clause or
condition of this MOU is not effective or binding unless made in writing and signed by
the LEDC Board Chair, or its MOU Representative.
Exhibit B: Budget, Invoicing, and Payment
Lewis County shall pay an amount not to exceed two hundred thousand dollars ($200,000)
to LEDC for work as described in Exhibit A, in subject to conditions set forth in this Exhibit
B: Budget, Invoicing,and Payment.
1. Budget Detail
Item Budget
Nonprofit Organization Grants 200,000
2. Compensation
Payment to LEDC for services rendered under this MOU shall be as set forth in Exhibit B.
Where Exhibit B requires payments by Lewis County, payment shall be made on a
reimbursement basis, supported, unless otherwise provided in Exhibit B, by
documentation of units of work actually performed (time sheets) and amounts earned,
including where appropriate, the total number of hours for the month, and total dollar
payment requested.
Costs allowable under this MOU are actual expenditures according to an approved
budget up to the maximum amount stated above. LEDC shall use federal cost principles
specified in OMB Circular A-110 "Cost Principles Applicable to Grants, Contracts and
other Agreements" with non-profit organizations as applicable. LEDC shall include this
last paragraph in any subcontracts.
Line-item adjustments to the budget must be requested in writing by LEDC 45 days prior
to invoicing based on the requested adjustment(s). County will notify LEDC of approval
or denial prior to invoice period.
County may withhold reimbursement payment if LEDC fails to:
• Comply with reporting Exhibit A reporting requirements; or
• Submit required invoices and supportive documentation to Lewis County.
LEDC's failure to submit invoices as specified is grounds for the County to terminate the
MOU as provided herein.
3. Invoice Timeframe
LEDC shall submit invoices to the County MOU Representative identified herein or to
other such person identified by the County MOU Representative. LEDC shall submit a
detailed list of all grants and award amounts prior to receiving payment for distribution
to awardees.
4. Eligible Use of Funds
Funding awarded under this MOU may only be used for activities described in Exhibit
A.
5. Duplicate Payment
LEDC certifies that work to be performed under this MOU does not duplicate any work
to be charged against any other Lewis County MOU, subcontract or funding from any
other source.
6. Audit
i. General Requirements:
LEDC is to procure audit services based on the following guidelines:
a. LEDC shall maintain its records and accounts so as to facilitate the audit
requirement.
b. As applicable, LEDC shall be required to have an audit and must ensure all audits
are performed in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
(GAAS); including, but not limited to, the Government Auditing Standards (the
Revised Yellow Book) developed by the Comptroller General.
c. Responses to any unresolved management findings and disallowed or
questioned costs shall be included with the audit report. LEDC must respond to
County requests for information or corrective action concerning audit issues
within thirty (30) days of the date of request.
ii. The Office of the State Auditor shall conduct the audit.
iii. LEDC shall include the above audit requirements in any grant awardings.
iv. In all cases, LEDC's financial records must be available for review by County.
7. Future Non-Allocation of Funds
If sufficient funds are not appropriated or allocated for payment under this MOU for any
future fiscal period, neither Party will be obligated to make payments for services or
amounts incurred after the end of the current fiscal period. No penalty or expense shall
accrue to either Party in the event this provision applies.
8. Errors and Omissions Uncompensated
In the event of any errors or omissions by the Parties in the performance of any work
required under this MOU, the Parties shall make any and all necessary corrections
without additional compensation.
Exhibit C: Insurance Coverage
LEDC shall provide insurance coverage as set out in this Exhibit to protect the County
should there be any claims, suits,actions, costs,damages or expenses arising from any loss,
or negligent or intentional act or omission of LEDC or subcontractor,or agents of either,
while performing under the terms of this MOU.
All required insurance shall be issued by an insurance company authorized to do business
within the State of Washington.The insurance shall name the County and its agents,
officers,and employees as additional insureds under the insurance policy.All policies shall
be primary to any other valid and collectable insurance. LEDC shall instruct the insurers to
give the County thirty (30) calendar days advance notice of any insurance cancellation or
modification.
LEDC shall submit to the County within fifteen (15) calendar days of the MOU start date,
proof of insurance identifying Lewis County as Primary, Non Contributory, additionally
Insured,with endorsement(s) for additional insured as indicated below,which outlines the
coverage and limits defined in this insurance section. During the term of the MOU, LEDC
shall submit renewal certificates with endorsements not less than thirty(30) calendar days
prior to expiration of each policy required under this section.
LEDC shall provide insurance coverage that shall be maintained in full force and effect
during the term of this MOU,as follows:
1. Commercial General Liability Insurance Policy
Provide a Commercial General Liability Insurance Policy, including grant liability,
written on an occurrence basis, in adequate quantity to protect against legal liability
arising out of MOU activity but no less than$1,000,000 per occurrence.Additionally,
LEDC is responsible for ensuring that any subcontractors provide adequate insurance
coverage for the activities arising out of subcontracts.
2. Professional Liability
Provide a Professional Liability Insurance Policy written on an occurrence basis in
adequate quantity to protect against errors and omissions claims arising out of an MOU
activity.
3. Automobile Liability
In the event that performance pursuant to this MOU involves the use of vehicles,
owned or operated by LEDC or its subcontractor,automobile liability insurance shall
be required.The minimum limit for automobile liability is$1,000,000 per occurrence,
using a Combined Single Limit for bodily injury and property damage.
4. Fidelity Insurance
Every officer, director, employee, or agent who is authorized to act on behalf of LEDC
for the purpose of receiving or depositing funds into program accounts or issuing
financial documents, checks, or other instruments of payment for program costs shall
be insured to provide protection against loss:
i. The amount of fidelity coverage secured pursuant to this MOU shall be $100,000
or the highest of planned reimbursement for the MOU period,whichever is
greatest. Fidelity insurance secured pursuant to this paragraph shall name LEDC
as beneficiary.
ii. Subcontractors that receive $10,000 or more per year in funding through this
MOU shall secure fidelity insurance as noted above. Fidelity insurance secured by
subcontractors pursuant to this paragraph shall name the Contractor as
beneficiary.
5. Industrial Insurance Waiver
LEDC shall comply with all applicable provisions of Title 51 Revised Code of
Washington, Industrial Insurance. If LEDC fails to provide industrial insurance
coverage or fails to pay premiums or penalties on behalf of its employees as may be
required by law, County may collect from LEDC the full amount payable to the
Industrial Insurance Accident Fund. County may deduct the amount owed by LEDC to
the accident fund from the amount payable to LEDC by County under this MOU,and
transmit the deducted amount to the Department of Labor and Industries, (L&I)
Division of Insurance Services.This provision does not waive any of L&I's rights to
collect from LEDC.
IN WITNESS THEREOF,this executed on J D day of at , 2020.
Accepted: Accepted:
Lewis County Lewis Economic Development Council
En artin [NAME]
Lewis County Manager [TITLE]
Dated: 9' Dated:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
JONATHAN MEYER, Prosecuting Attorney
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Exhibit A: Statement of Work and Reporting Requirements
The purpose of this Statement of Work is to detail the work to be performed by LEDC and
the methods and content for reporting progress by LEDC in fulfilling all duties encompassed
in this MOU. nn
The term of this MOU shall commence on f-tt&5ks " 1() ) 2-02-6 and terminate on October
31, 2020.
LEDC shall administer funds awarded hereunder, to support a variety of activities and
services including, but not limited to:
Expenses associated with the provision of economic support in connection with the COVID-
19 public health emergency, such as expenditures related to the provision of grants to
nonprofit organizations to reimburse the costs of business interruption caused by required
closures.
Specific activities requested shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Task Task/Activity/ Reporting
Number Description Deliverables/Outcomes Requirement Due Date
1 Establish a • Select a committee
committee to • It is suggested that committee members
review and award who will be representative of the three
grants Lewis County Board of County
Commissioners respective districts be
selected
• Lewis County recommends Larry McGee,
Annalee Tobey,and Teri Zambone to
serve as representative members.
Task Task/Activity/ Reporting
Number Description Deliverables/Outcomes Requirement Due Date
2 Establish a • Develop and establish an application for
process for nonprofit organizations to apply for
reviewing and grant funds
awarding grants • Develop and establish procedure and
criteria for awarding grant funds
Task Task/Activity/ Reporting
Number Description Deliverables/Outcomes Requirement Due Date
3 Establish • Establish a subaccount for accounting
accounting and administration of CRF funds
reporting • Establish procedure,database,and
practices collection of necessary accounting data
required for administration of CRF funds
to return to Lewis County