1. OSEP News You Can Use OSEP Project Directors’ Conference Larry Wexler July 20, 2009

2. Grant Information Use Grant Award# in subject line on all emails to the Department. Continuation Funds are not automatic and may be reduced based on large remaining balances from prior years Excessive draw downs are being monitored and will require explanations from grantees for excesses above 50%/ 80%/ 100% in each of the first 3 quarters If your grant is in a no cost status you need to submit a continuation report so that we have a report on file for every 12-18 months that a grant is in open status. There is no electronic submission for these reports.

3. Increasing Accountability Increased accountability for quality of Grant Application, Activities, Results and Annual Performance Reports. Increased monitoring of program performance measures. Increased Accountability for Reporting and Results Questions????