Mineral Royalty Grant

The Mineral Royalty Grant (MRG) program is administered by the Wyoming Office of State Lands and Investments (OSLI) and reviewed by the State Loan and Investment Board (SLIB). This program is designed to provide financial assistance to local governments and eligible public entities for infrastructure and capital improvement projects that support public services and community needs. The SLIB meets periodically throughout the year to review submitted applications, with specific meetings designated for regular MRG consideration. The Office of State Lands and Investments oversees application intake, compliance, and coordination with applicants. The purpose of the MRG program is to fund projects that demonstrate a clear public benefit and align with state priorities, particularly in infrastructure development. Eligible uses of funds generally include construction, repair, or enhancement of public facilities and systems. Applicants must ensure that requested funds are used strictly for allowable purposes, and any deviation or misrepresentation in the application may result in rejection. The program emphasizes completeness, accuracy, and transparency in all submissions. Eligible applicants include incorporated cities and towns, counties, special districts, and joint powers boards within the state of Wyoming. These entities must demonstrate the capacity to carry out the proposed project and comply with all application and reporting requirements. The program does not indicate participation from private entities or individuals, reinforcing its focus on public-sector infrastructure and services. Applications must be submitted using the official form provided by the Office of State Lands and Investments. Submission requirements include one original and two copies of the complete application package, including all attachments, delivered in an unbound format on legal-sized paper. Applications must be physically received at the OSLI office in Cheyenne, Wyoming, by the specified deadlines. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the SLIB for consideration, and any false or misleading information may result in immediate disqualification. The application timeline is tied directly to scheduled SLIB meetings. For standard MRG cycles, applications for the February meeting are due by the third Thursday of the preceding September, while applications for the June meeting are due by the third Thursday of the preceding February. Additionally, a special SLIB meeting in June is designated exclusively for MRG applications, with a fixed deadline. Emergency MRG applications may also be submitted but must be received at least 15 business days prior to the relevant SLIB meeting. All deadlines require submission by 5:00 PM local time. Evaluation of applications is conducted by the SLIB, which considers project merit, public benefit, readiness, and compliance with program guidelines. While specific scoring criteria are not detailed in the provided material, the structured submission process and strict documentation requirements indicate a formal review framework. Applicants may contact the Office of State Lands and Investments directly via phone for clarification or assistance during the application process. The MRG program operates on a recurring annual cycle aligned with SLIB meeting schedules. Applicants are encouraged to plan ahead to meet submission deadlines and ensure all required documentation is included. The structured timeline and recurring nature of the program provide predictable opportunities for eligible entities to seek funding for critical public projects.