(Area) The Iowa Economic Development Authority awarded Certified Local Government Grants to nine communities in Iowa.
The Certified Local Government program encourages governmental partnerships, provides training and technical assistance, and supports preservation of historic resources at the local level. Iowa’s program is one of the largest in the nation and is administered by the State Historic Preservation Office in conjunction with the National Park Service. Funding for the Certified Local Government grants comes from the Historic Preservation Fund administered by the National Park Service.
Here in southwest Iowa, Creston was awarded $10,655 for the Uptown Commercial District Nomination. Creston completed an intensive survey and identified a potential historic district. Creston will hire a consultant to complete a National Register nomination of the downtown district, known locally as Uptown Creston including the heart of our Uptown, Maple Street. The total project cost is $17,759.
Manning was awarded $12,900 for the adaptive reuse of the German Savings Bank and Telephone Company. A redevelopment and reuse plan will be created for the building at the prominent corner of Main Street & 3rd Street in Manning. Originally a bank and the Manning Telephone company, these two distinct buildings were later joined on the inside. The property has been vacant for years and have seen significant deterioration. The city acquired them so they can again contribute to the vibrant downtown. The total project cost is $21,500.
