2006/01/25 Council Agenda Packet

5 Click"Attach"to upload these documents. A new window will open. To continue, click"Browse"and find the file on your computer or the network drive from which you wish to upload, then click on "Upload Your Document"A window that says"File Upload Successful"should appear. Next to the upload list, the notation should change to"Attachment OK." Repeat these steps for all three uploads. • If you encounter any difficulties uploading your file, click on"Tips for Successful Upload."This document will explain the usual problems with uploading files and will help you through them. • Click"Save and Continue." * Depending on the size of the attachment and/or your computer's Internet connection, the uploading process can take several hours. The system will shut down promptly at the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be accepted and no exceptions will be granted. Step 7: Completing the Assurances and Certifications • You will need to accept both the assurances document and the certifications document.To do this, click on"Assurances"and"Certifications Regarding Lobbying; Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters; and Drug-Free Workplace Requirements." • Read both documents.At the bottom of each one, click the"Accept" button. • After you have accepted both documents, enter the correct personal information for the person submitting the application. • Click the box next to the text at the bottom of the page to certify that the person submitting the application is authorized to accept these assurances and certifications. • Click"Save and Continue." Step 8: Reviewing the SF-424 • By answering the questions contained in GMS, you have completed the Standard Form 424 (SF-424) and other forms required to apply for grant funding. Take a moment to review the SF-424 to ensure that it is accurate. • If you need to make changes to any portion of the application, simply click on that section along the left side of the screen. Be sure to click"Save and Continue"after making any changes. • When you are sure that the information is accurate, click"Continue." Step 9: Submitting the Application • A list of application components will appear on the screen. It should say "Complete" before each component. If it says"Incomplete"then click on the word and it will take you back to the section that needs to be completed. An explanation of what is missing will be at the top of that screen. ATTACHMENTS Program Narrative(Attachment 1) Applicants must submit a program narrative that generally describes the proposed program activities for the 4-year grant period. The narrative must outline the type of programs to be funded by the JAG award and provide a brief analysis of the need for the programs. Narratives must also identify anticipated coordination efforts involving JAG and related justice funds. Certified disparate jurisdictions submitting a joint application must specify the amount of the funds that are to be distributed to each of the units of local government and the purposes for which the funds will be used. Budget Narrative (Attachment 2) Applicants must submit a budget narrative outlining how JAG administrative funds will be used to support and implement the program. 14 5