A. Applications are to be evaluated on a competitive basis and are scored according to, but not limited to, demonstrations of financial need; programs and activities provided; experience providing senior center services to older adults with the greatest social and economic need; involvement of the community participants in the programming, needs assessment and evaluation; and demonstrated ability of the applicant to implement and administer the program.

B. Funding recommendations shall give deference to programs and activities provided in unincorporated areas of the County.

C. Funding recommendations shall require the affirmative vote of at least three members of the Committee before being forwarded to the County Council.

D. Funding recommendations will be presented to the County Council for annual approval.