FY22 EMPG Reverted Funds Special Project

Purpose: The purpose of this application is to identify projects for awarding Special Projects Reverted EMPG Federal funds to local jurisdictions. Project expenses must be allowable under the Notice of Funding Opportunity and 2 CFR 200. Period of Performance: Reverted funds period of performance will be from award date to October 31, 2023 based on when funds become available. Reverted fund project funds must be obligated and invoiced prior to the end of the Period of Performance to be eligible for reimbursement. Jurisdictions have until December 15, 2023 to request reimbursement for these projects. There are no extensions. Eligibility: Jurisdictions (County and Tribal DES) participating in EMPG during the state fiscal year will be eligible for reverted funding for projects if they meet the following criteria: 1. Have completed the requirements outlined in the EMPG program guidance (see FY 2022 EMPG Program Guidance), and 2. Can meet the cost share (matching funds) requirements. Reverted fund projects will be hard-match only. EMPG is a 50% Federal and 50% county/tribal funds, and 3. Can complete the project within the period of performance.

This is a preparedness grant. The intent is to build whole community preparedness in the event of terrorist or catastrophic events through planning, training, and exercising. To build and sustain a DES organization that can work with the community and other first responders to prepare for potential disaster; to identify local gaps and work to close those gaps.

This is a preparedness grant. The intent is to build whole community preparedness in the event of terrorist or catastrophic events through planning, training, and exercising. To build and sustain a DES organization that can work with the community and other first responders to prepare for potential disaster; to identify local gaps and work to close those gaps.

We always recommend starting on your application early to allow time for us to work with you to resolve issues or make other arrangements. If you have any technical problems, questions or issues submitting the application on time, contact your district grant coordinator as soon as possible.

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Burke Honzel - State Authorized Representative Justin Webster - Preparedness Grants Coordinator 406-417-9352 Justin.Webster@mt.gov Pam Fruh - Preparedness Grants Coordinator 406-439-5917 Pam.fruh@mt.gov Sarah Harmon - Preparedness Grants Coordinator 406-417-9354 SarahHarmon@mt.gov