Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment FAQs

Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment


Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment

Where can local recipients find the Local Application?
The Local Application is included in the Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA) and Application workbook. The application is the second to the last tab in the Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment and Application Workbook

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When will the CLNA need to be completed?
The CLNA is due May 1, 2020.  

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Is the stakeholder engagement group different from the CLNA leadership team?
Yes. The leadership team, referenced in the CLNA  guidebook, is the team leading the tasks and process of the CLNA

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Is the CLNA located in the Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan (CCIP)?
No. The CLNA can only be found on the Perkins V website.

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Where do local recipients submit the CLNA and local application?
Upload the excel document into the CCIP system. The submission process and guidelines can be found on the Perkins V website.

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Where can a local recipient find guidance on allowable use of Perkins funds?
The guidelines for compliance with Perkins funds can be found on the department website. Also, a list of the required use of funds is in the local application.

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Does the local recipient have to answer all sections and questions of the CLNA and Application?
Yes, all sections of the CLNA must be completed. Applications (the “Local Application” tab of the workbook) must describe both Goals and Strategies for each Part (“Question”), and funds must be allocated to at least one strategy that closes equity gaps or labor market alignment. 

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For the completion of the local application, do I have to address the (listed) goal?
Yes, Every Part (“Question”) requires a Goal. At a minimum, local recipients must allocate funds to one strategy addressing closing equity gaps or labor market alignment.

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Last Modified: 1/25/2024 3:14:40 PM