In evaluating and selecting applications for an investment
under this program, the Department shall consider:
(1) The anticipated benefits arising from the investment
to the applicant, including both the potential impact on agricultural
development and rural economic development;
(2) The qualifications of the applicant;
(3) The ability of the applicant to leverage its own
funds with RED C4T funds to ensure RED C4T funds are mobilized;
(4) The applicant's ability to administer RED C4T funds;
(5) The extent and level of other funding sources for
the applicant;
(6) The applicant's ability to meet the program's objectives
including current and previous success in supporting agricultural
development and/or rural economic development; and
(7) The applicant's present involvement with related
local organizations.
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