Definitions for "Lead agency"
The agency within a Title II consortium that is responsible for contract administration; also called a fiscal agent (an incorporated consortium sometimes serves as the lead agency).[ ] [ ] [ B-C ] [ D-G ] [ H-L ] [ M-P ] [ Q-S ] [ T-Z
An agency designated at least once every three years by an area agency on aging as a result of a request for proposal process. The lead agency coordinates some or all of the services, either directly or through subcontracts, for functionally impaired elderly persons.
the agency (office) within a state or territory in charge of overseeing and co-ordinating early childhood programs and services
Keywords:  focal, serves, regional, local, level
an organization that serves as the focal point for program development on the local, regional or state level.