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• • II. The Application Process APPLICATION INFORMATION The application is available to download from the Parks and Trails Legacy Program web page. We urge applicants to begin your application process early in order to allow time to complete application requirements such as holding a public hearing, permit review, completion of appraisals, etc. Completed applications must be received or postmarked by March 31st. This program is very competitive. Staff members are available to discuss your project or review application materials. You are encouraged to submit any draft application or materials by March 1st if you would like staff to provide comments. APPRAISAL REQUIREMENTS The application must include a self - contained appraisal report for land to be acquired. Appraisals must be performed by a qualified licensed appraiser and meet the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). The appraisal must include the DNR as an intended user and the landowner or designated representative must be given an opportunity to accompany the appraiser during the inspection of the property. Appraisals must have an effective date within 13 months of the application deadline. Appraisals will be reviewed by the state to ensure that they meet applicable standards. If the appraisal is not accepted, the applicant will be contacted for additional clarification or modification. If you or the appraiser has any questions, please contact the program staff assigned to your area prior to completing the appraisal assignment. COMPETITIVE REVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS The program is competitive and requires a review and selection process to make funding determinations and awards. The review and selection process will take place after March 31, and funding announcements will be made in summer. Completed applications received after the deadline will not be eligible for funding consideration. Program staff will review applications and, if necessary, a site visit will be conducted. Minnesota's 2008 -2012 State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan The 2008 -2012 State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) is Minnesota's outdoor recreation policy plan. This plan was developed with the input of Minnesota outdoor and natural resource leaders. It establishes outdoor recreation priorities for Minnesota to assist outdoor recreation and natural resource managers, the state legislature, and the executive branch in decision - making about the state's outdoor recreation system and sets out criteria for awarding grants consistent with these identified priorities. A majority of the review and selection process will focus on guidelines outlined in the 2008 -2012 SCORP. Applications are assessed to ensure that the proposed project is consistent with priorities established in the SCORP document. Park Legacy Grant Programs 1 October '10