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List of CSBG Information Memoranda (IMs) - The Office of Community Services, Division of State Assistance, publishes Information Memoranda (IM) for distribution to CSBG program administrators. An Information Memoranda (IM) provides guidance to assist in implementing the CSBG legislation, program instruction and policy clarification, in addition to disseminating information and program practices to stakeholders.

This message describes new developments for CSBG in the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY 2013), the organizational partners selected for a national partnership focused on organizational standards and performance management, some major expected milestones for the development of standards in the upcoming year, and answers to some anticipated questions.

Contact information for CSBG State Officials and Program Contacts are listed by State/U.S. Territory.

This memorandum clarifies the definition and allowability of "direct" program and "administrative" costs under the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and new programmatic reporting requirements. The memo specifically addresses use of CSBG funds for planning, coordination, integration, strengthening, and expansion of public and private assistance related to the elimination of poverty.

This Information Memorandum addresses a number of policy questions that have arisen in recent years concerning the composition, role, and responsibilities of local community action agency tripartite boards. In addition, the Memorandum describes steps that may be taken by State CSBG lead agencies and State Community Action Associations to promote the continued viability and effectiveness of eligible entities through appropriately constituted and well-functioning tripartite boards.

Listing of CSBG allocations as of February 1, 2012.