WAC 246-560-075   Reviewer selection.  The department may consider the input of individuals outside the department who have expertise with rural and underserved communities. Selected reviewers must sign a statement:

     (1) Agreeing to refrain from discussion of letters of interest or applications outside of the review process; and

     (2) Asserting that they do not have a conflict of interest. A conflict of interest includes a reviewer:

     (a) Holding a position in an organization under review;

     (b) Having a significant financial interest in the outcome of the review; or

     (c) Participating in the development of the letter of interest or application under review.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.175.010 - [70.175.]090 and70.185.030 - [70.185.]080. 99-03-043, § 246-560-075, filed 1/14/99, effective 2/14/99.]