53F-10-202. Panel duties.

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Effective 3/24/2022

(1)The panel shall:

(a)determine criteria for:

(i)the allowed uses of capital project fund resources described in Sections 53F-10-301 and 53F-10-302 and the prioritization of proposed capital development projects, including the extent to which a proposed project:

(A)eliminates risks to student life and safety through renewal or replacement;

(B)enhances efficiency of use, including combining necessarily existent small schools, described in Section 53F-2-304 ;

(C)addresses essential program growth and capacity;

(D)provides a cost effective solution that is appropriate for the facility's need; and

(E)comports with the school district's provision of matching funds and sufficient revenues for ongoing operation and maintenance;

(b)evaluate capital development project proposals to ensure viability, efficiency, and adherence to education and construction standards;

(c)prioritize capital development projects;

(d)recommend that the state board distribute capital project funding to school districts;

(e)if necessary based on the circumstances of the capital development project, in partnership with the division, oversee the capital development project; and

(f)report to the state board regarding the panel's actions.

(2)The panel may:

(a)determine that a technical assistance liaison is necessary for an eligible school district applying for capital project funding under this chapter to efficiently complete the project; and

(b)facilitate engagement with the division or a willing school district partner having the required technical expertise in similar capital development projects.

Enacted by Chapter 407 , 2022 General Session