Library: Policy

340:110-1-71. Definitions

Revised 6-11-01

     The following words and terms, when used in this Part have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

     "CCDF" means the Child Care and Development Fund which is a federal grant awarded annually to states and tribes for the improvement of child care.

     "Contract" means a set of promises constituting an agreement between parties, giving each a legal duty to the other and also the right to seek a remedy for the breach of the promises or duties owed to each.  The elements of an enforceable contract are competent parties, a proper or legal purpose, consideration, and mutuality of agreement and of obligation.

     "Local projects contract" means projects funded through the Division of Child Care to accomplish specific goals to meet a documented community need.  The contract process ensures that the available funds are awarded to those applicants whose proposals best address that need.

     "Maintenance" means the continuation of services at the current level.

     "Resource and referral program" means a program that provides resources for child care providers and the community, and referrals for parents seeking child care.

     "School-age child care program" means a program designed to serve children ages 5 - 13 years during the hours or days that school is not in session.

     "State plan" means a plan that sets goals and objectives for meeting the needs of families needing child care and is a requirement for receipt of funds from the Child Care and Development Fund.