During the period between January 1, 1984 and June 30, 1984, the Attorney General, in cooperation with the Advisory Commission, shall establish rules and regulations for the performance of his or her activities under this Act, including procedures for the designation and funding of victims’ assistance centers; thereafter, he or she shall:
     (a) Adopt and publicize the concept of victim and witness assistance centers, including guidelines for applications, selection and operation of centers;
     (b) Receive and, when appropriate, solicit applications from agencies for funding of centers;
     (c) Designate agencies and award grants to operate centers;
     (d) Accept any grant, including federal grants, or gift to promote the purposes of this Act.