(1) In carrying out this part, preference shall be given to community-based development organizations that:(1) Serve a geographic area or a population of individuals effectively marginalized due to its small numbers, high ratio of African-American residents, persistent poverty, disability or other factors which effectively result in structural disinvestment; and(2) Can demonstrate support from the community, particularly the community which will directly benefit from the development efforts.
(1) Serve a geographic area or a population of individuals effectively marginalized due to its small numbers, high ratio of African-American residents, persistent poverty, disability or other factors which effectively result in structural disinvestment; and
(2) Can demonstrate support from the community, particularly the community which will directly benefit from the development efforts.