§ 53F-10-202 — Panel duties.

(1) The panel shall:

(1)(a) determine criteria for:
(1)(a)(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:

(1)(a)(i)(A) eliminates risks to student life and safety through renewal or replacement;
(1)(a)(i)(B) enhances efficiency of use, including combining necessarily existent small schools, described in Section 53F-2-304;
(1)(a)(i)(C) addresses essential program growth and capacity;
(1)(a)(i)(D) provides a cost effective solution that is appropriate for the facility's need; and
(1)(a)(i)(E) comports with the school district's provision of matching funds and sufficient revenues for ongoing operation and maintenance;
(1)(b) evaluate capital development project proposals to ensure viability, efficiency, and adherence to education and construction standards;
(1)(c) prioritize capital development projects;
(1)(d) recommend that the state board distribute capital project funding to school districts;
(1)(e) if necessary based on the circumstances of the capital development project, in partnership with the division, oversee the capital development project; and
(1)(f) report to the state board regarding the panel's actions.
(2) The panel may:

(2)(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
(2)(b) facilitate engagement with the division or a willing school district partner having the required technical expertise in similar capital development projects.

Legislative History

Enacted by Chapter 407, 2022 General Session