>I am looking for interpretations regarding the allowability of food as a
>direct charge on a sponsored project for a regular project staff meeting.
>It would seem that J.28 of A-21 would allow such a cost if it were a
>regular staff meeting of project personnel for which the "primary purpose
>is the dissemination of technical information". J.28 indicates that this
>"includes costs of meals...and other items incidental to such meetings...".
>Any opinions?
>
>
>James F. Ball
>Sponsored Program Officer
>The Ohio State University Research Foundation
>1960 Kenny Road
>Columbus, Ohio 43210
>614-292-6278
>614-292-4315 Fax
>e-mail: xxxxxx@osu.edu

Jim, you're pushing it.  Norm

ps:  How did the Buckeyes do this year?  Did they win any games?

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