The Heart of Texas Application Review Committee consists of individuals appointed by the HOTCOG Executive Committee because of their interest and expertise with grants. The Chairman of the Committee is the Vice President of the HOTCOG Executive Committee. The Committee reviews, on the basis of law, fact, or regulation; local and regional programs, projects, plans, or environmental impact statements and attaches to its review letter any written comments received from other jurisdictions, agencies, or parties that differ from the regional review agency comments. The Committee recommends action on projects to the HOTCOG Executive body, which has the final review of all projects impacting the region. These review letters are transmitted, in accordance with standard procedures, to the state single point of contact.

The Heart of Texas Application Review Committee is responsible for reviewing applications submitted by entities or individuals from the Heart of Texas Region applying for grant funding either from State or Federal sources. This Committee’s goal is to assist and guide applicants in their submission process and provide feedback on grant proposals that would strengthen the applicants’ position in competing for funding. In addition, the review process helps ensure that proposals are not duplicating services already available in the region.