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FY 2006 HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM ~ DECEMBER 2, 2005 AARlIPs, which must conform to the HSEEP format, should capture objective data pertaining to exercise conduct and must be developed based on information gathered through Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs) found in HSEEP Volume IV. These EEGs will allow evaluators to assess responder performance within the Universal Task List, which collectively achieves the capabilities of the Target Capabilities List. Based on the observations and assessed criteria denoted in the EEGs, the AARlIP will include recommendations, action items for improvement, identifY educational opportunities for involved disciplines, assigned due dates and responsibilities, and an overall assessment of the exercise. The EEGs and AARlIP are currently being updated to reflect the TCLIUTL. These revisions should be finalized by 1st quarter 2006. In the interim of these revisions, the current HSEEP EEGs and AARlIP template should be utilized. AARlIPs must be provided to G&T within 60 days following completion of each exercise (see HSEEP Volume IV for sample AARlIP template). Currently, these AARlIPs can be submitted through the G&T Secure Portal. However, G&T is working with other agencies to develop an online AARlIP reporting system. In order to leverage assessments to ensure the gathering of objective exercise-based data, States are encouraged to form Cadres of Evaluators. These Cadres should be comprised of peers in the areas being evaluated, and would be available to evaluate exercises occurring throughout the State. Self-Sustaining Exercise Programs States are expected to develop a self-sustaining State Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program. This may include, for example: hiring dedicated exercise program staff, awareness seminars on HSEEP, attending exercise training courses, and maintaining a system to track the completion and submission of AARlIPs from exercises (including costs associated with meeting with local units of government to define procedures). Training on the use and implementation ofHSEEP is being offered to States and Territories, and includes independent study and mobile course curriculum on the creating of a Multi-year Training and Exercise Plan, as well as the planning, conduct, and evaluation of exercises. Citizen Participation in Exercises Citizen participation in exercises is encouraged, to include backfilling non-professional tasks for first responders deployed on exercise, administrative and logistical assistance with exercise implementation, and providing simulated victims, press, and members of the public. Citizen participation in exercises should be coordinated with local Citizen Corps Council(s). Allowable Exercise Costs Allowable exercise-related costs include: . Funds Used to Design, Develop, Conduct and Evaluate an Exercise - Includes costs related to planning, meeting space and other meeting costs, facilitation costs, materials and supplies, travel, and documentation. . Hiring of Full or Part-Time Staff or Contractors/Consultants - Full or part-time staff may be hired to support exercise-related activities. Payment of salaries and fringe PREPAREDNESS DIRECTORATE'S OFFICE OF GRANTS AND TRAINING 44