The Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant Program is administered by the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) through Oregon Parks and Recreation. It provides funding for projects that promote historic preservation. Funded by a federal apportionment from the National Park Service, this program supports activities such as documentation, designation, rehabilitation, planning, public education, and archaeology. Eligible applicants must be Certified Local Governments (CLGs) in active status and meet all certification requirements. Grants are non-competitive, and awards are adjusted based on demand.

Applications for the 2025 cycle are due by February 28, 2025, and awards will be announced by April 1, 2025. Projects must begin after March 1, 2025, and be completed by June 30, 2026, with a final report due by July 15, 2026. Interim reporting deadlines include July 15, 2025, and December 31, 2025. The maximum grant award is $16,000, with a required 1:1 match for cities with populations of 5,000 or more and counties with populations of 10,000 or more. Smaller cities and counties are not required to match funds but must track contributions.

Eligible projects include property surveys, National Register nominations, planning, development (rehabilitation of National Register properties), public education, and training. All activities must align with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and the Historic Preservation Fund Grant Manual. Development projects, for example, may involve roof repair, foundation stabilization, and other preservation activities, but must exclude standalone painting.

Applications must be submitted online through the OPRD Grants system. The process includes registering for an account, completing the application form, and uploading required documentation, such as budgets, photos, and site descriptions. Applicants should also provide supplemental information like project timelines, risk assessments, and property owner permissions when applicable. The grant guidelines emphasize submitting complete and detailed plans, including contractor or consultant information for projects exceeding $25,000.

Awardees must adhere to specific requirements, such as periodic reporting, accurate record-keeping, and compliance with federal and state laws. Reports should document progress, financial expenditures, and outcomes. Interim reimbursements are available, but final payments are contingent on project completion and submission of all required documentation, including photographs and promotional materials.

For assistance with the application or grant process, applicants may contact Kuri Gill at kuri.gill@oregon.gov or 503-986-0685. Additional resources, including tutorials and detailed instructions, are available on the Oregon Heritage website.