; (B) the eligible entity carrying out the project demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Secretary that the eligible entity is initiating and implementing the project for non-Federal purposes; (C) the eligible entity retains or secures, through a long-term Federal property lease, operation and maintenance transfer agreement that provides for self-funding, or easement agreement with the Secretary, substantial control over the assets, operation, management, and maintenance of the project; and (D) the project meets such other criteria as the Secretary may establish. (3) Small community projects For projects eligible for assistance under this section and section 5028(a)(2)(B) of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 ( 33 U.S.C. 3907(a)(2)(B) ), the Secretary may assist applicants in combining 1 or more projects into a single application in order to meet the minimum project cost of $5,000,000 required under that section. (c) Eligible entities The following entities are eligible to receive assistance under this section: (1) An entity described in section 5025 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 ( 33 U.S.C. 3904 ). (2) A conservancy district, Reclamation district, irrigation district, or water district. (3) A canal company or mutual water company. (4) A water users’ association. (5) An agency established by an interstate compact. (6) An agency established under State law for the joint exercise of powers. (7) Any other individual or entity that has the capacity to contract with the United States under the reclamation laws. (d) Requirements (1) Project selection In selecting eligible projects to receive assistance under the pilot program under this section, the Secretary shall ensure diversity with respect to— (A) project type