Can a community receive Credit Rating System (CRS) credits for activities performed by a state agency on their behalf?

A community can indeed receive Credit Rating System (CRS) credits for activities performed by a state agency on their behalf, but this is contingent upon specific circumstances. The CRS recognizes that some communities may not have the resources or capacity to conduct certain floodplain management activities themselves. As a result, if a state agency carries out these activities on behalf of the community, it can still contribute to the CRS credit accumulation.

For example, if a state agency implements floodplain management programs, conducts outreach, or provides technical assistance, those actions can be counted towards the community's CRS credits as long as they align with CRS criteria. This flexibility encourages collaboration between local governments and state agencies to enhance floodplain management and reduce flood risks effectively. The key factor is ensuring that the activities being implemented by the state agency are appropriately documented and meet the standards outlined in the CRS program.