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related policies in the Regional Blueprint. Eligible uses are expected to be site plans or other site - specific planning costs, design and consulting costs, and construction of demonstration projects. Uses not antici- pated to be eligible include comprehensive planning or other general planning costs. Projects could demonstrate new development, infill or redevelopment on large or small sites, in fully developed or developing communities. Components of proposed projects also could be eligible, and proposals that connect or integrate existing land uses. Mixed -use development proposals are encouraged. Innovation and creativity in project and site design are encouraged. It is expected that applicants could apply in different categories - -e.g. new development, redevelopment, locating in proximity to each other or linking housing, jobs and transit. Number and type of categories to be determined. Project Selection Criteria: Priority will be given to proposals using innovative partnerships among government, private for - profit, and nonprofit sectors, and to projects that best meet the purposes in the law. Additional selection criteria will favor projects that result in livable communities. For example, projects that provide walkable, pedestrian- oriented areas; provide good access for transit use and safe, comfort- able places to wait for transit; broaden the mix of housing options (type and affordability level) in a community; foster a sense of place; provide a community or town center; incorporate design for safety in public or private spaces; and involve community residents and businesses in defming needs, desires, land use and design. Application Cycle: One or two cycles yearly, beginning in 1996. If two cycles occur per year, applica- tion deadlines would be in May and November, with awards announced in July and January. If one cycle, applications would be due in September, awards announced in December 1996. NEXT STEPS: TASKS: Finalize Project Criteria, building on criteria in the Livable Communities Act and in the Regional Blueprint. Consider whether priority should be given to certain proposals/locations. Determine Uses of Fund, which uses should receive grants, which should receive loans. In doing this, consider how best to leverage private investment with the available dollars. Discuss grant/loan amounts, terms. COMPLETED: October 1995 PROCESS: • Hold roundtable discussions in September to get input from local staff and officials, developers and design practitioners, and others with an interest in livable communities, as well as informal input. • Review local and national information sources, including successful models and projects. • Consult with administrators of loan/grant programs. • Participate in Department of Trade and Economic Development workshops (Sept. 7 and 11) on its contaminated site cleanup grant program, to explain the Demonstration Program, answer questions, get feedback. Page 115