Community Preservation - Certified Local Governments
The Certified Local Government (CLG) Program facilitates State and local government cooperation with Federal partners to promote nationwide preservation initiatives. Through the certification process, local communities commit to national historic preservation standards. SHPO works with local governments, provides technical preservation advice, and dedicates 10% of its federal funding to cities, towns, and counties committed to preservation.
Learn about the National Park Service's program to certify local governments committed to national historic preservation standards.
Learn what's involved in becoming and maintaining a CLG in Montana. *In revision: Available by request.
Sixteen communities in Montana are CLGs. Connect with historic preservation officers to learn more.
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For Montana CLG Historic Preservation Officers & Commissioners
Summarize what's required for applications, contracts, reports, etc.... and steps for successfully submitting documentation through the portal.
Apply for CLG Grant
Only Certified Local Governments can receive grants. Work with the local historic preservation officer. Use the provided application template. Submit through the portal.
Contracts
The CLG coordinator will provide a contract. Upload signed documents to the portal.
Reporting
Historic Preservation Officers must submit reports by the deadline. Follow the provided template. Upload to the portal.
