ARC 7233C

ARC 7233C

NATURAL RESOURCE COMMISSION[571]

Notice of Intended Action

Proposing rulemaking related to local recreation infrastructure grants

and providing an opportunity for public comment

The Natural Resource Commission (Commission) hereby proposes to rescind Chapter 29, "Local Recreation Infrastructure Grants Program," Iowa Administrative Code.

Legal Authority for Rulemaking

This rulemaking is proposed under the authority provided in 1998 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2381.

State or Federal Law Implemented

This rulemaking implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code section 17A.7 and Executive Order 10 (January 10, 2023).

Purpose and Summary

Chapter 29 contains rules for a local recreational facility grant fund. The grant provided state cost sharing to certain entities to fund restoration or construction of recreational complexes or facilities. Money was appropriated in 1998 to fund this grant program, and the funds were distributed in conformance with the rules. This program has been dormant for many years. Accordingly, these rules can be rescinded.

Fiscal Impact

This rulemaking has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa.

Jobs Impact

After analysis and review of this rulemaking, no impact on jobs has been found.

Waivers

This rulemaking is subject to the waiver provisions of 571—Chapter 11. Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rulemaking would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Commission for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any.

Public Comment

Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this proposed rulemaking. Written comments in response to this rulemaking must be received by the Department of Natural Resources (Department) no later than 4:30 p.m.on January 16, 2024. Comments should be directed to:

Public Hearing

A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows. Upon arrival, attendees should proceed to the fourth floor to check in at the Department reception desk to sign in and be directed to the appropriate hearing location.

Persons who wish to make oral comments at the public hearing will be asked to state their names for the record and to confine their remarks to the subject of this proposed rulemaking.

Any persons who intend to attend the hearing and have special requirements, such as those related to hearing or mobility impairments, should contact the Department and advise of specific needs.

Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee

The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rulemaking by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rulemaking at its regular monthly meeting or at a special meeting. The Committee's meetings are open to the public, and interested persons may be heard as provided in Iowa Code section 17A.8(6).

The following rulemaking action is proposed:

Item 1. Rescind and reserve 571—Chapter 29.