Amador County – The Amador County Sheriff’s Department is seeking public comments on its proposal for the 2012-2013 State of California Off-Highway Vehicle grant program.

Public comments can be submitted March 6 through April 2. A two-step application process will be required to allow public comment and feedback before final submittal.

The preliminary application is due March 5, which will open a 30-day public review and comment period. Final applications are due May 7. The State is using Internet-based application.

The Amador Sheriff’s Department grant is for law enforcement activities. The preliminary application will be available online by visiting the California State OHV Grants and Cooperative Agreements program at ohv.parks.ca.gov. Hard copies may be requested by calling (209)223- 6785.

If awarded, the grant will allow the Amador Sheriff’s Department “to maintain a successful partnership with the United States Forest Service and continue to provide the public with outstanding OHV recreation opportunities.”

Current State regulations require annual public participation in the fund allocation process. The agreements support OHV management activities on the national forest, including operations and maintenance, restoration, law enforcement, education and safety.

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