Frequently Asked Questions
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What happens if project construction is not complete by June 30, 2028?
The RFP section 1.1 states, “All funds must be expended by June 30, 2028.” The state funds are currently encumbered under the AHP contract. Once AHP disburses 100% of the allocated funds to a county, the June 30, 2028 deadline has been met. […]
Would a community residential treatment system (CRTS) be an acceptable facility type for the IST Infrastructure Project?
A community residential treatment system is an acceptable facility type for the IST Infrastructure Project as long as the facility meets the project requirements stated in Section 3.1 of the Request for Proposals (RFP).
Can IST Infrastructure Project funds be used exclusively for furniture and minor equipment? If so, is a Declaration of Restrictions (DoR) on the property required?
IST Infrastructure Project funding can be used to assist with the costs of construction, acquisition, down payment, or rehabilitation of a residential property, and/or furniture and minor equipment needed for occupancy. A county or non-county entity must obtain a DoR for ANY use of infrastructure funding.
Can IST Infrastructure funds be used for a feasibility study?
No, IST Infrastructure Funds may not be used for a feasibility study.
Can a county get an increased bed allocation?
No. This program is budgeted through a cost-per-bed, X beds per county formulation, based on a county’s total IST determinations in Fiscal Year 2021–22.
As a solution, DSH encourages regional models or partnerships […]
If a county needs more IST beds, is it possible to increase their allocation?
At this time, no. This program is budgeted through a cost-per-bed, X beds per county formulation, based on a county’s total IST determinations in Fiscal Year 2021–22. […]
