Office of Intergovernmental Programs
Submitted by Weaver_L on February 1, 2017 - 2:00pm
The Florida State Clearinghouse (SCH) administers the intergovernmental coordination and review process of certain federal activities within the state of Florida that involve federal financial assistance and/or direct federal activity. The clearinghouse also reviews all programs that federal agencies have indicated are eligible for inclusion under Presidential Executive Order 12372.
Section 403.061(42), F.S., identifies the SCH as the state single point of contact for coordinating the states review of these activities.
The purpose of this manual is to provide assistance to the state agencies, regional planning councils, water management districts, and local governments which participate in the intergovernmental review process coordinated by the Florida State Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse). The manual may also be useful to applicants seeking federal funding or submitting other projects requiring Clearinghouse review.
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The Office of Intergovernmental Programs coordinates the department’s review of amendments to local government comprehensive plans.
The Florida State Clearinghouse (SCH) administers the intergovernmental coordination and review process of certain state and federal activities within the state of Florida which involve federal financial assistance and/or direct federal activity. The clearinghouse reviews all programs which federal agencies have indicated are eligible for inclusion under Presidential Executive Order 12372.
Under its Clearinghouse Program, the Office of Intergovernmental Programs (OIP):
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