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   LOAN PROGRAM > Application Worksheets

Application Worksheets

The BCPL State Trust Fund Loan Program is a simple, cost-effective alternative to bonding for many public purpose projects. Rates are competitive and the process is extremely simple.

If you and your project are eligible, request a formal application by completing the appropriate worksheet:

Timeline

We are committed to keeping our processes simple and efficient. The following table details the steps and estimated response times involved in applying for a BCPL State Trust Fund loan.

BCPL Task

Action

Estimated Time

YOUR Task

 

You print the appropriate worksheet (above) and contact us if you need additional information or assistance

 

X

 

You mail or fax the signed worksheet to our office with supporting documentation

1-2 days

X

X

BCPL staff prints a loan application and mails it to your clerk or district administrator

2-3 days

 
 

At your next council or board meeting, you present for action the application containing the proper resolution

7-30 days

X

 

You mail to us the completed and signed application with minutes of the meeting

2-5 days

X

X

BCPL staff reviews the application materials, follows up if there are any questions, then forwards your application to the Attorney General’s office

4 days

 
 

Legal staff at the Attorney General’s office review your application

14 days

 

X

Our Board meets to approve the loan

7-14 days

 

X

BCPL sends you a letter of approval with a form for requesting funds

2-3 days

 
 

You send BCPL a request for funds; funds may be requested as needed at any time you choose

Up to four months (your choice)

X

X

BCPL sends you a Certificate of Indebtedness

2-3 days

 
 

You sign the Certificate and return it by mail

2-5 days

X

X

BCPL sends you a check and amortization schedule by mail, or wires money to your bank

2-5 days

 

 
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