Lead Agency responsibilities.

§ 98.10 Lead Agency responsibilities. The Lead Agency (which may be an appropriate collaborative agency), or a joint interagency office, as designated or established by the Governor of the State (or by the appropriate Tribal leader or applicant), shall: (a) Administer the CCDF program, directly or through other governmental or non-governmental agencies, in accordance with § 98.11; (b) Apply for funding under this part, pursuant to § 98.13; (c) Consult with appropriate representatives of local government in developing a Plan to be submitted to the Secretary pursuant to § 98.14(b); (d) Hold at least one public hearing in accordance with § 98.14(c); (e) Coordinate CCDF services pursuant to § 98.12; and (f) Consult, collaborate, and coordinate in the development of the State Plan in a timely manner with Indian Tribes or tribal organizations in the State (at the option of the Tribe or tribal organization). [63 FR 39981, July 24, 1998, as amended at 81 FR 67574, Sept. 30, 2016]