R174-1-6. Criteria for Determining Grant Eligibility

  (1) In order to be eligible for a grant, a PSAP shall comply with all of the requirements found in Title 63H Chapter 7a Part 3; Title 53, Chapter 10, Part 6; and Title 69, Chapter 2.

  (2)(a) When determining which PSAPS may receive grants, the committee shall give priority to 911 projects that:

  (b) enhance public safety by providing a statewide, unified911 emergency system;

  (c) include a maintenance package that extends the life of the 911 system;

  (d) increase the value of the 911 system by ensuring compatibility with emerging technology;

  (e) replace equipment which is no longer reliable or functioning; and

  (f) include a local share of funding according to the following formula:

  (i) PSAPs in a county of the first class that pay at least 30% of the total cost of the project;

  (ii) PSAPs in a county of the second class that pay at least 20% of the total cost of the project; and

  (iii) PSAPs in a county of the third through sixth class that pay up to 10% of the total cost of the project.

  (3) Eligible CAD functional elements - Refer to Section R174-1-8, Attachment A -- Eligible CAD Functional Elements.

  (a) In the case of an award from the Computer Aided Dispatch Restricted Account, PSAPs shall pay a grant match of 20% regardless of class.

  (4) If a grant application includes equipment that utilizes geographical information systems or geo-positioning systems, the PSAP shall consult with the State Automated Geographic Reference Center (AGRC) in the Division of Integrated Technology of the Department of Technology Services.

  (5) When economically feasible and advantageous to the individual PSAPs, the committee may negotiate with vendors on behalf of the PSAPs as a group.

  (6) Where applicable, PSAPs shall provide evidence from the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (BEMS) that they are a Designated Emergency Medical Dispatch Center.