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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09122019 Historic Preservation Laydown - 2019 CLG Grant Application CLG GRANT APPLICATION: FY19 Office of History & Archaeology Alaska Department of Natural Resources 550 West 7`' Avenue, Suite 1310 Anchorage, Alaska 99501 Historic Preservation Fund: Grants for Certified Local Governments Deadline: Applications are clue by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, July 31, 2019. The Certified Local Government (CLG) identified below is applying for a 60-40 Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) matching grant through the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Office of History and Archaeology. CLG Name: City of Seward,Alaska Federal Tax Identification Number: 92-6000086 DUNS: 037996634+0167 Project Title : Seward Historic Preservation Historic Sites Awareness Project Type of CLG Grant Project: (Check project type below, as applicable) ❑ Survey ❑✓ Public Preservation Education ❑ Inventory ❑ Predevelopment ❑ National Register Nomination ❑ Development ❑r/ Historic Preservation Planning ❑ Acquisition Project budget required: (Use figures from shaded area on budget form) a. Estimated Total Project Cost (TPC) $ 35,805.00 b. Federal Share(60%) $ 21,483.00 c. Sponsor Share(40%) $ 14,322.00 Source of applicant(sponsor) share: (Use figures from "Sources" box on budget form) a. Cash $ 3,193.00 b. In-kind Goods and Services $ 3,500.00 c. Donated Goods and Services $ 7,629.00 Provide name,title and contact information for the following: Grant Manager: Scott Meszaros,Seward City Manager Mailing Address: PO BOX 167 Seward,AK 99664 Telephone: (907)224-4050 E-mail Address: cityinanagcr@cityofseward.net HPF Grant Application for CLGs 1 Rev:Juno 2018 Preservation Commission Chair: Wolfgang Kurtz Mailing Address: C/O Seward Historic Preservation Commission 410 Adams,St. P.O. Box 167 Seward,AK 99664 Telephone: 907.422.7393 E-mail Address: wolf@Jsewardhistory.org CLG Contact: Brennan Hickok Mailing Address: 410 Adams St. P.O.Box 167 Seward,AK 99664 Telephone: 907.224A037 E-mail Address: bhickok Cakityofseward.net 7/30 S.�alt�ur�e: Au rz' �—ocaf Government Official Date 4A� C Name and Title (Print or Type) Ci T- z Commdnity N me Notary Seal Subscrib worn ore me this 3'V day of 20 My Commission expires hLr- 131 Z6Z Z or th 'SWE"'.f Alas 'S H NOT Y 91 PTABLICI d"N 4W HPF Grant App4cation for CLGs 2 Rev:June 2018 Willingness to Comply with Grant Requirements 1. I understand that this is a 60-40 matching grant application through the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) administered by the State of Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Office of History and Archaeology. 2. Should this project be awarded, I understand that the State levies an indirect cost which may vary throughout the course of the grant period, but will not exceed the amount stated in the executed grant agreement. 3. If awarded an HPF grant, I understand that it is my responsibility to comply with all pertinent State and Federal regulations, the State-Local Grant Agreement, and requirements outlined in the Historic Preservation Fungi`: Cert fied Local Governinent Grants Manual. 4. Should this project be awarded, I understand that project records are subject to audit after project completion, and that if such an audit questions expenditures for which I have been reimbursed I will return an amount equal to the questioned expenditures. 5. 1 understand that no grant exists until the State Historic Preservation Officer(SHPO,) signs the State-Local Grant Agreement, even if the Alaska Historical Commission recommends funds for my project. Any funds expended before the performance period specified on the fully executed grant agreement or before obtaining the SHPO's signature may not be reimbursed without specific approval. iature: Aut ze 'yqczal Government Official Date t-r Name and Title (Print or Type) CLG GRANT APPLICATION: FY19 CLG: City of Seward Project Name: Seward Historic Preservation Historic Sites Awareness Project PROJECT INFORMATION See Applyingq i)r Certffled Local Government Grants: ff'riting cr Succes#id Appl icat ion for more detail. 1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION—If needed, use continuation pages provided at the end of this document. a. Provide a brief introduction to your project including the aim, scope and significance of the project to your community. The purpose of(lie project is to increase public awareness of Seward's historical district sites and items of historical significance.This will be accomplished by a focused public awareness campaign to include: 1.Identification of Historical sites by committee members/volunteers with support from the City of Seward personnel. City Manager Scott Meszaros has indicated support for this project. 2.Development of a cohesive marketing strategy to include: Updated online walking tour landing page-Consulting,Design and Hosting of website Design and manufacture of interpretive Signage to describe properties and points of interest in a cohesive manner. Directional signage(Street signs)for walking tour. Will work in conjunction with City Public Works to install appropriately. Printed Historic Walking tour brochures to be distributed by Museum,City and additional partners. Marketing Materials to include attractive interpretive map and historical brochures. All materials will be designed to fit together in a cohesive(branded)manner The above will result in a comprehensive evaluation of known and undiscovered properties that will add to Seward's position as a destination for both in-state and out-of-state visitors.There is both a cultural and economic benefit to the city by completing this project. There is a suggestion that the tour start at Hoben Park with an ending destination at the tour ship dock/marina. HPF Grant Application for CLGs 1 Rev:May 2019 b. List any previous HPF grants this project has received. (Cite HPF#or g7•ant name) No s eci is roiects of this sco e have been funded Some recent History:1997-2017(Federal share noted in bold) FY 2017: Historic Preservation Education (NAPC Forum) $2966 FY 2016: Historic Preservation Plan,$1300 FY 2015: Education:Alaska Historic Preservation Conf. National Trust,$3426 FY 2012: Local Historic Preservation training. Communities Including Seward, $29,076 FY 2010: Providing Public Access to Cemetery Information$5,328 FY 2010: Iditarod Trail Centennial monument structure$21,828 FY2009: Local HP commission training.$24,611 for various certified local government commissions. FY 2009: Seward Develop ment/pre-development:Hoben Park Planters$6,300 c. Briefly describe the relationship of this project to past, present, or future preservation work. This project is a continuation of efforts to produce a consistent inventory and awareness of Seward's rich history since the formation of the city. Past efforts have included a physical inventory of all known historical sites and buildings. By Increasing public awareness of sites of historical interest, and by showing both a cultural and economic benefit to creating a walking tour,there is a greater likelihood that structures and sites will be preserved for generations to come. Seward's HP Commission has also engaged in presentation of yearly Historic Preservation awards and has been involved in historical projects such as the Hoben Park restoration, cemetery site identification, mapping and the Iditarod trail Centennial Monument. Examples of possible identification,could also include significant sites related to Benny Benson,the Jesse Lee Home,St. Peter's Episcopal Church,Seward Theater, and other sites of early importance to Seward. HPF Grant AppficaAon for CLG5 2 Rev:May 2019 2. PRESERVATION OBJECTIVES a. How does the project relate to annual CLG grant priorities established for this fiscal year? (Cite relevant grant priorities and explain how each relates to your project.) 1. Projects that increase public awareness of historic preservation and establish new partnerships,to strengthen their local historic preservation program.Also encouraged are projects that install interpretive signs calling attention to significant historic places,and produce educational materials emphasizing historic preservation and educate property owners about historic preservation laws and programs,especially about archaeological resources on lots with buildings.This project speaks to the value of educating the public about historical preservation. There is currently no up to date inventory or tour of historic buildings & places, nor any themed tour with interpretive signs. Creating this tour and the stories that will go with it, we will generate interest for local citizens and encourage visitors to learn more about the history of these people and places, 2. Projects that address the rehabilitation of historic properties and leverage funds and resources. Restoring and preserving defining elements The project will have an economic benefit,increasing tourism n Seward. It might also encourage owners to rehabilitate their historic properties. b. How does the project relate to the goals and objectives of the State Historic Preservation Plan. (Cite relevant goals or objectives and hom,your project would further they.) 1) Increase knowledge and understanding of Alaska's heritage and historic preservation This may be accomplished by the comprehensive marketing plan that will be developed including an informational website and brochures. 3) Preserve and protect Alaska's cultural resources More sites may be preserved due to increased public awareness and increased perception of seward as a tourist destination 4) Increase awareness of environmental,social and economic benefits of historical preservation This project will increase awareness and civic support through our public information campaign, interpretive signage.We will also feature historical sites and buildings in collaboration with Resurrection Bay Historical Society, City of Seward, Library/Museum, Qutekcak tribe and associated partners. 5) Strengthen local preservation efforts Project is garnering support from local HP Commission and City.We will also approach local businesses with a vested interest in marketing the historical significance of Seward. HNP Grant Application for CLGs 3 Rev:May 2019 c. Describe how the project meets an identified historic preservation priority of your community. Does the project contribute to the implementation of your local historic preservation plan? If so, how? Seward Historic Preservation plan-Priority highlights a. Promote economic incentives, historical preservation and education.This project will formalize the identification and promotion of historical sites. Local an out-of-state visitors choose Seward for many reasons, particularly sightseeing and fishing.Their stay could be extended with more to visit, more to see.There is a distinct advantage in promoting the cultural heritage and corresponding sites. One only needs to read publications about early Alaska to understand the importance of Seward to the formation and development of Alaska. b. To enhance understanding of economic heritage tourism as a means for not only historic preservation but also for creating economic opportunity that will encourage a continued dedication to preserving the Structures,Sites,Vessels and artifacts that define Seward's heritage. Visitors are looking for an "experience" a story.They wish to take pictures, mail postcards, or obtain tangible items that reflect the uniqueness of the location. This project will serve to grow the reputation of Seward as a place of significant historic importance to Alaska and to U.S. History.Visitors may better appreciate the beauty and resources of the location if they gain a greater understanding of the significance of these places. c. Promote historic preservation initiatives and projects as enumerated in the 2017 Historic Preservation Plan (attached) Note the following specific properties and points of interest have been identified for our signage and walking tour: BUILDINGS AND SITES • Brown and Hawkins,Jesse Lee Home,Standard Oil Building • Urbach's,Gebhart House, Passenger Depot,Bowling Alley • St. Peter's Episcopal Church,SolIys,Swetmann House •Van Glider Hotel,Seaview, Benny Benson Park • Library/Museum (Feature'64 quake movie as part of tour/museum visit) • Govt.Cable House, Movie Theater, BalIaine House, Resurrection Coffee • Seward Yacht Club POINTS OF INTEREST Iditarod Mile 0, Millionaires' Row,Seward Railraoad, Dairy Hill Port of Seward,Tribal Office(History of the tribe on front) HPF Grant Application for CLGs 4 Rev:May 2019 3. PROJECT PERSONNEL- The Project Manager must have proven experience working on historic preservation projects. If the project is a survey, inventory, development, or National Register nomination the PM must meet the professional qualification standards in 36 CFR 61. If not identified in the application, the Office of History and Archaeology must review selection of Project Manager prior-to finalization of the contract with the individual. a. Note who will act as Project Manager(PM). Attach a rdsumd showing the PM meets the professional qualifications. List any previous HPF Projects the PM has worked on. (If planning to contract with PM after grant is awarded outline the job qualifications that will be required.) Project management will occur via several individuals:Primary is Wolfgang Kurtz 1)Wolfgang Kurtz-Experience designing and building,especially set design.Expertise in basic mechanical and facility maintenance.Knowledge of and contact with local contractors and thoroughly involved in Historic Preservation,including serving as this year's chair of the HPC. 2)Tanguy Libbrecht-HPF Project Govt.Cable House 2015-Present.Recipient of two HPF grants to improve the National Register Listed Govt.Cable House property.Renovation efforts have been thoroughly documented through reports and pictures.This National Register property has been significantly restored nearly to its original 1905 design,with respect and adherence to preservation standards. 3)iris Darting-Experience with multiple HPF grants improving her historic property 4)Scott Meszaros,City Manager,has offered to help as well and has experience with this type of grant project. 5)Possible input by NPS employee and volunteer Patrick Lewis who has printed a coffee table book on Seward History. b. Identify the local government personnel who will act as Grants Manager for the project. Seward City Manager Scott Meszaros has committed to providing support staff to assist with receipts,grant reporting and documentation. HPF Grant Application for CLGs 5 Rev:May 2019 c. Describe the local historic preservation commission's role in the project. Attach a resolution from the commission supporting the project. Local Historic Preservation Commission will solicit and review bids for work to be completed and will oversee work to satisfaction of grant requirements. Group will also donate volunteer hours and/or solicit additional volunteers.HPC will be involved in review and selection of all marketing materials,surveys and design of signage. Draft resolution attached from commission with review by city administration.Formal acceptance of funding would have to follow City Council approval. d. Identify volunteer personnel and their tasks. PRELIMINARY ASSIGNMENTS: -Commissioner Iris Darling-Work to enhance updated on-line walking tour landing page-Consulting,design and hosting via consultation with a professional designer,Bids will be sought. -Commissioner Wolfgang Kurtz-Updated website landing page for historical preservation commission-Consulting,design and hosting through services of professional designer-Bids will be sought. -Committee to develop Interpretive signage,both to describe properties in a consistent manner:Commissioners Michelle Cobble, -Cara Maxwell,Sue Ward,Cheryl Seese -Commissioner Wolfgang Kuriz-Design oversight and ordering of directional signage for walking tour -Commissioner Cara Maxwell:Marketing materials to include attractive interpretive map and historical brochures -To ask for letters of support: Commissioner Seese:Pioneers,Valarie Kingsland:Sr.Center,Sue Ward:Doug Capra,RBHS.Michelle Cobble:Seward HS and Tribe e. Identify any contractors to be used and expected duties. Attach resumes for all qualified historic preservation professionals working on the project. -Graphics Design/hosting:Crucible Designs Mips://vww.Iinkedin.com/in/jomiric-thomson-48a2659:S5,000 would cover a landing page and eventual website. Hosting would be about S1500 per year,Recommends Wordpress design to make future updates easy by current/future commissioners -Marketing Materials:Map and Brochures to be designed by Yuit Communications bttps://goyuit.com/. This company can handle all design,photo,film,etc.to a branded format. -Historical Signage production and Hardware:Fossil Graphics(Quote Attached) -VistaPrint for printed maps and brochures:Vistaprint.com -Manufacturers of street signage:www.safetysign.coln HPF Grant Appliralon for CLGS 6 Rev,May 2019 4. WORK PLAN-Ensure you thoroughly address all items necessary for your project type. See Applj,ing for Certified Local Government Grants: Writing a Successful Application for more detail. Use continuation sheets if needed. a. Explain how the project will be undertaken. Following preliminary project approval,we would confirm additional funding and support from city manager and city council via a presentation of project priorities.City will then write a letter of support confirming priorities and assistance from city entities with implementation of project. Bids will be sought for all aspects of the grant with the goal of securing a comprehensive bid for web and creative design,maps and marketing materials. It will need to be determined if time and/or funding will be most beneficial via a sole entity or via multiple contractors. Appropriate public notice will occur via City Clerks Office and informational notice will be provided at the library as well as public radio and newspaper. Appropriate research will be conducted by volunteers to assist contractors and mitigate spending. We will provide info about subject properties,contact property owners to coordinate signage needs and placement,and will work with city manager/public works to install directional street signage. We will seek a cooperative arrangement with the Chamber of Commerce,as well as local businesses to secure in kind,especially for install of historical signage,which may entail digging with specialized equipment. We will also seek additional volunteers to work on this project from local historians and youth groups or organizations such as the Boy Scouts. Implementation of the project will be an ongoing priority for the Historic Preservation Commission in cooperation with the City of Seward,which has offered support. There are many opportunities for community engagement and for the residents to galvanize for this very visible project. HPF Grant Application for CLGs 7 Rev:May 2019 b. Describe the geographic area encompassed by the proposed project. For survey, inventory, development, and National Register nomination projects, attach maps of the project area. Include the estimated number of buildings, structures, sites, square miles, etc., to be addressed. List of identified structures is on page 9 Maps attached by City of Seward Estimated structures at 25-30 All structures,buildings and points of interest are within the city of Seward in an area encompassing an estimated area of 9 x 12 blocks. This encompasses a walk that should be about 2 miles and 90 minutes in duration,depending on interest of the traveler and stops. BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES(18) • Brown and Hawkins,Jesse Lee Home,Standard Oil Building • Urbach's,Gebhart House,Passenger Depot, Bowling Alley •St. Peter's Episcopal Church,Sollys,Swetmann House •Van Gilder Hotel,Seaview,Benny Benson Park •Govt.Cable House, Movie Theater,Ballaine House,Resurrection Coffee •Seward Yacht Club POINTS OF INTEREST(7) Iditarod Mile Q, Millionaires' Row,Seward Railroad, Dairy Hill, library/museum,Waterfall, "The line" Note that this tour is focused on Historic Sites,it is similar,though markedly different from the Chamber of Commerce walking tour which is focused on an overall points of interest tour with only a nod to sites of historic interest.. c. Cite any planning studies, condition assessments, design drawings, research reports, publications, or other sources of relevant information you plan to use for this project. Information is available from: Resurrection Bay Historical Society whose historical documents are stored in the Seward museum. This includes many photographs, artifacts and files as well as many records from schools,registries,phone books,etc. Seward Community Library:Local newspapers,cabinets fill]of info on characters and events that have shaped the City of Seward. Many,many pictures of early Seward to present. Much historical information and records. City of Seward Community Development Department: Zoning and building construction and demolitions,aerial photographs, flat maps and inventory,Seward Historic suite inventory. City of Seward Clerk's office::Disaster records,voter registration records,census info,meeting minutes. Alaska Court System:Vital statistics and civil records. Alaska State Recording Office:For research on property info. Other Sources:Kenai Fjords National Park Service,church records,Qutekcak Native tribe. HPF Grant Application for CLGs 8 Rev:May 2019 d. Provide a work schedule showing months, expected activities, and benchmarks to achieve throughout the grant period of performance. 2019 SEP-DEC:Team to start working on notifying properties and descriptions 2019 DEC:Team to start design of actual signs and submit as completed to Fossil Graphics for production 2020 FEB:Team to start ordering street signs 2020 MAR:All printed materials ordered and placed with local businesses by April 15 2020 APR:May:Install of all signs 2020 MAY:Ribbon Cutting of Historical Walking tour and launch of landing page 2020 AUG:Report and walk through with SHPD e. If this is a development project, describe your public outreach component. How and when did you involve the public, any potentially affected agencies, entities, and tribes. List which entities and individuals contacted, dates of involvement, and comments received. HP Meetings are open to the public.We have had interest from the newspaper,local historians and the tribe. Tanguy Libbrecht also approached Harbor 360,Alaska Travel Industry Association,Premier Alaska Tours,Visit Anchorage,Salmonberry Tours,Alaska Magazine,Coast Magazine all on or about December 2018 at an industry dinner. All expressed interest in the project and in helping get the word out.They feel there is a real need to present visiting tourists with interesting options HPF Grant Application for CLGs 9 Rev:May 2019 5. FINAL PRODUCTS a. Describe publications, workshops, audio-visual materials, reports, websites, brochures, survey materials, nominations, interpretive signs etc.,that will be produced as part of the proposed project. Identify the intended audience and where the public will be able to access these materials. Describe how you will inform you community about the project. -Publication to include a map with coordinated walking tour of Historical Sites. -Online landing page to provide detailed information and directions to walking tour -Interpretive signs will be designed by a committee of the HP Commission which will ensure signs display accurate and historically compelling information. -Our audience is both local residents as well as the many visitors to Seward.We have preliminary commitments from several tourism companies,hotels,etc,to display and promote brochures as well as to help promote the tour. -There is great interest in promoting Seward as a destination with a unique,interesting Alaska story. All historical signage to be visible and accessible to public as a condition of placement.All printed materials will be available at library, chamber of commerce and local businesses. HPF Grant Applicatian far CLGs 10 Rev:May 2019 b. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION a. Attach letters of commitment and support, as appropriate, from teachers, historical societies, museums,Native groups, and others. (Note attachments below.) -Rotary Club -Seward high school history teacher -Qutekeak Tribe -Resurrection Bay Historical Society -City of Seward -Pioneers of Alaska b. Attach any other relevant information, such as copies of photographs. (Note attachments below.) -Seward Area Map -City of Seward resolution -List of historical properties identified -Past walking tour documents -Historic Preservation plan 7. BUDGET: Maximum Federal Request of$25,000 (includes State indirect cost) Your budget submittal shall consist of four parts: three tables and one narrative. See example tables and blank forin in Excel, and narrative portion to complele belo'A'. a. Budget Details table showing how costs were estimated. b. Budget Summary table identifying planned cost share of 60% and 40%. c. Matching Share table showing sources of match. d.Narrative explaining costs in detail. BUDGET NARRATIVE: Describe activities to be performed under Personal Services, Contractual Services, Supplies/Materials, Travel, and Other cost categories. a. Personal Services: describe work each position/person will perform for the proposed project. The City of Seward anticipates a total project cost of$33,000 Contractual Total:S25,325 1)S2,500:Digging:Metco Alaska Address:2701 Seward Hwy,Seward,AK 99664 Phone:(907)224-3151 2)S2,500:Web Design and hosting:Crucible designs Address: 11300 Willene Dr,Anchorage,AK 99516 3)$5,000 Design Artwork:Maps and brochures:Yuit Communications,LLC,Communications. 1407 W.31 st Avenue Anchorage, AK 99503.(907)222-6300. 4)$13,125 Fossil Industries:www.fossilgraphics.com for manufacture of all historic signs 5)$2,200 Equipment Rental:Resurrection tool rental: Personal Services to be performed on an in kind basis:: -Grant administration:To be provided by volunteers and city of Seward -Street sign install:City of Seward Travel: None anticipated unless built into price of contractor bids HPF Grant Appficatlon for CLGs 11 Rev;May 2019 b. Contractual: List contractor name(s), if known. Describe work each will perform. See above c. SuppIies/Materials: Describe types of materials and/or supplies required for this project, how they relate to the project, estimated quantities, etc. $2,000 Street directional signage S 1,500 These signs will need mounting brackets and posts(this cost is not included in sign quote). We recommend 4"Stainless tube construction to avoid rot. Brackets will need to be purchased as well. S3,000 In addition,we are looking at a 10,000 piece initial run of printed street maps to distribute at a cost of$3,000.Although there will be an initial cost,we believe we can secure sponsorships in future years for re-prints. Supplies Total:$6500 d. Travel: Identify who will be traveling, how many trips are anticipated, trip purpose, and destination. No significant travel is expected at this time other than that of commissioner Libbrecht from Anchorage to Seward,which will not result in any cost to City of Seward. Hours will be logged as volunteer hours only for purposes of the grant with no further reimbursement necessary. HPF Grant Application for CLGs 12 Rev:May 2019 e. Other: Identify other costs which do not fall into one of the above categories. Explain purpose and relevance to this proposed project. Other: $1175 Miscellaneous shipping or delivery charges TOTAL PROJECT COST$33,000 CHECKLIST Applicant, has your entity: ❑ maintained current certification under the Certified Local Government program? ❑ signed and notarized this application? ❑ signed the form titled: Willingness to Comply with Grant Requirements? ❑ provided the information requested on each page of the application package? ❑ included a public outreach component? ❑ attached maps showing location of project? ❑ attached photographs or clear photocopies showing overall character of properties for survey, inventory,National Register nomination, predevelopment and development projects? ❑ attached letters of support from the community and, if needed,property owners? ❑ attached a resolution from the City or Borough's governing body(or indicate one has been requested prior to the Alaska Historical Commission meeting to recommend awards.) ❑ explained historic preservation commission involvement in the project, and addressed its role in the review process? ❑� checked your budget for accuracy? Deadline: Applications are due by 12:00 pin on Wednesday, July 31, 2019. Only complete, signed, dated, notarized applications will be considered. Submit applications (and questions) to the following email: HPF.Grant.Applicationsgalaska.gov HPF Grant Application for CLGs 13 Rev:May 2019 CLG: City o,f Seward Project:Seward Historic Sites Awareness Project Historic Preservation Fund Directions:First,complete the blue Budget Details table.If needed,add rows etc,to show calculations of proposed costs for your project. Second,totals for each cost category in the Budget Details table should auto-populate the"Totals"column in the yellow Budget Summary table. However,you will need to enter amounts in the 60%and 40%columns in the yellow Budget Summary table to show your planned 60-40 split by cost category. (See example.) Finally,enter amounts in the pink table:Source of Sponsor's Matching Share. The total should at least equal 40%of your Total Project Cost(TPC)as shown in this example,cell E23. B. Budget Detaii5s by Cost Category Contract Personal Services Supplies&Materials Other Total 2. ✓O ,*--t"' rMMayo�, Time Personal Various �+��� �`�—��J Base base unit Spent Total Base Fringe Sery Total misc. 60%HPF 40% Cost Category Grant Match Totals Digging:Metco 2,500.00 Personal Services 0 0 0 Crucible Designs 2,500.00 0 Contractual 15,195 10,130 25,325 Yuit Comm. 5,000.00 0 Supplies&Materials 2,700 1,800 4,500 Fossil Industries 13,125.00 Other 1,905 1,270 3,175 Equipment Rental 2,200.00 Travel:Airfare 0.00 Posts&Screws 1500 Per Diem:Meals 0.00 Printed Materials 3000 Per Diem:Lodging 0.00 Direct Costs 19,800 13,200 33,000 Totalsi 25,325.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1 4,50o.00 3,17s.00 x State Indirect Rate 8.5% 2,805 Total Project Cost(TPC) 35,805 Sponsor Matching Share 40%of TPC 14,322 "HPF Federal Grant Share 60%of TPC 21,483 *(Do Not Exceed$25,000 for HPF Federal Grant Share.) Subtract pre-determined State Indirect 2 805 Potential Reimbursement to Sponsor 18,678 3.Source ofSponsor's Matching Share Limitations: Per HPF Manual 13-1,compensation for consultants involving HPF grants is limited to no more than 120%of a GS-15 step 10. Cash Expenditures 3,193 Currently,that ceiling for Alaska is$94.42 an hour. In-Kind Contributions 3,500 Donations&Volunteerism 7629 Volunteer time may be valued using the Independent Sector rate schedule for Alaska at the following site: ($25.43 x 300 hours) Total$(40%of TPC) 14,322 me CITY OF SEWARD • Main Office(907)224-4050 • Police'907)224-3338 RO. BOX 167 Harbor(907)224-3138 SEWARD,ALAS A. 99664-0167 • Fire(907)224-3445 • City CVerk(907)224-4046 Community Devdopment(907)224-4049 • Utflities(907)224-4050 Fax(907)224-4038 July 31, 2019 RE: CITY OF SEWARD SUPPORT LETTER FOR CILG GRANT APPLICATION To Whom It May Concern, The City of Seward supports the Sewa:rd Historical Preservation, Commission's efforts to receive the Certified Local Government (CLG)Grant. The initial effort is a great start towards inventorying and marking scenic properties and directing visitors towards such historically significant landmarks within the community and region. The informative signa:ge and walking brochure are valuable efforts towards developing the historic significance of local assets and directing visitors as well as locals to them. We will certainly appreciate having the ability to provide our support for this effort, it has our full support and backing. Sincerely, Scott W. Meszaros, CM, CIVIC Seward City Manager 20 June 2019 Resurrection Bay Historical Society PO Box 55 Seward,AK 99664 rbhsl903@gmail.com To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this as President of the Resurrection Bay Historical Society,and with support from the board of directors. We are in support of the CLG Grant (Certified Local Government Grant) request from the Seward Historic Preservation Commission. The goals of the grant are (1) To identify 25 buildings and places of historic value to Seward. (2) To research the history of those buildings and places. (3) To install informative signs at the site of these buildings and properties as well as installing street signs directing visitors to those buildings and places. (4) To develop a brochure/walking tour to be distributed at various sites in Seward. The RBHS supports these goals. Thank you, Sue Mc lure, President Kei Campbel ice President July 30, 2019 City of Seward, City Council members: 410 Adams Street � Seward, Alaska 99664 2019 Board of Directors Dear City of Seward, City Council members: Mark Kansteiner For over 100 years, many Seward citizens have enriched our Sandie Roach sense of place and community. Without the hard work and civic pride of those that came before us, Seward would not be the exemplary city Nicole Lawrence it is today. Diane Hunt The Senior Center supports the Seward Historic Preservation Commission in applying for a CLG grant to fund upcoming projects that Sandie Roach will enhance our city. SHPC plans include creating historic plaques for Mark Hensbee historic properties around town, Directional Signs directing visitors to our Historic District and a walking tour map of Seward's various Frances Azzad-Smith historical sites to see.We are proud of our community and are happy Sharon Dillon to see its history showcased throughout the city landscape. Angie Duncan As the senior center hosts such a rich resource of Seward's History, we would like to affirm our support of the Seward Historic Preservation Commission's plans and work for the betterment of our community. We are pleased with SHPC's past efforts and are excited to Executive Director see the results of this plan. Dana Paperman Our Mission Statement To insure honor, dignity, Sincerely, security, and independence for older Alaskans; assistance in maintaining meaningful and quality lives. Dana Paperman Serving senior citizens for 40 years A non-profit agency TAX ID: 92-0072425 Email: ssc(i�seward.net Web: www.sewardsenior.ore Facebook: Seward Senior Center, PO Box 1195,Seward,AK 996641907-224-5604