CALIFORNIA, STATE OF, OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY (3) - 2014

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GRANTS MADE EASY - STEP SCHEDULE A GRANT DESCRIPTION GRANT No. PT1568 PAGE 6 a) If an OTS template -based press release is used, the OTS PIO and Coordinator should be copied when the release is distributed to the press. If an OTS template is not used, or is substantially changed, a draft press release should first be sent to the OTS PIO for approval. Optimum lead time would be 10 -20 days prior to the release date to ensure adequate turn- around time. b) Press releases reporting the results of grant activities such as enforcement operations are exempt from the recommended advance approval process, but still should be copied to the OTS PIO and Coordinator when the release is distributed to the press. c) Activities such as warrantor probation sweeps and court stings that could be compromised by advanced publicity are exempt from pre - publicity, but are encouraged to offer embargoed media coverage and to report the results. • Use the following standard language in all press, media, and printed materials: Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. • Email the OTS 'PIO at pio&ots.ca.gov and copy your OTS Coordinator at least 30 days in advance, a short description of any significant grant- related traffic safety event or program so OTS has sufficient notice to arrange for attendance and /or participation in the event. • Submit a draft or rough -cut of all printed or recorded material (brochures, posters, scripts, artwork, trailer graphics, etc.) to the OTS PIO at pio �ov and copy your OTS Coordinator for approval 14 days prior to the production or duplication. • Include the OTS logo, space permitting, on grant - funded print materials; consult your OTS Coordinator for specifics. C. Phase 3 — Data Collection & Reporting (Throughout Grant Year) • Agencies are required to collect and report quarterly, appropriate data that supports the progress of goals and objectives. • Statistical data relating to the grant goals and objectives will be collected, analyzed, and incorporated in Quarterly Performance Reports (QPRs). QPRs for the quarter ending September 30 will include year -to -date comparisons of goals and objectives. If required, a separate quarterly data reporting form will be completed each quarter and submitted as part of the QPR. Reports will compare actual grant accomplishments with the planned accomplishments. They will include information concerning changes made by the Grant Director in planning and guiding the grant efforts. OTS -38b (Rev. 5/14)