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(iv) A method for evaluating in measurable
terms the results of the use of the funds described in paragraph
(3) of this section and the overall progress towards
accomplishment of objectives and goals.

(6)  Require the annual accountability plan to be
amended within the fiscal year if the local school board
determines that a change is advisable.

(7)  By October 1, 1985 and by each October 1 for each
fiscal year thereafter, require that the annual accountability
report from each county board include:

(i) A report which relates to the funds
described in paragraph (3) of this section and which reflects the
actual amount of and the percentage of expenditure in the
classifications provided under Section 5-401(a)(2) of this
subtitle.

(ii) Any revisions to the intended use of the
funds described in the July 1 accountability plan.

(8)  Determine if the accountability plans are
consistent with the goals and objectives and if the reports
indicate that the expenditure plans have been followed and if the
goals and objectives are being achieved and determine if the
budgets of the county board comply with the maintenance of effort
provisions of Section 5-202(b)(3)(ii) and the use provisions of
Section 5-202(e)(3) and Section 5-401(a)(2) of this article. If
an accountability plan or any revision to a plan is inconsistent
with those provisions, it shall be returned to the county board
for modification and resubmission.

(9)  Annually review the progress of the county board
in implementation of the accountability plan and achievement of
the specified objectives and goals of improving classroom
instruction and student performance as required by this subtitle.

(10)  Report any noncompliance to the State Board and
State Superintendent, by December 1 of each year for the State
Board's review and action including any recommendations for the
withholding of funds.

(11)  Report to the Governor, the Legislative Policy
Committee of the General Assembly, and the State Board by
December 1 of each year as to the implementation and
accomplishments under this subtitle.

SECTION 2. AND BE IT FURTHER ENACTED, That this Act shall
take effect July 1, 1985.

Approved May 28, 1985.