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Historic preservation officer seeks SHPO grant to nominate Eagle Island Prison Farm to National Register
Summary
The city’s historic preservation officer asked council approval to apply for a SHPO/CLG grant (typically up to $10,000) to research and nominate the Eagle Island Prison Farm to the National Register, and said she would return to council before accepting any awarded funds.
Elena, the city’s historic preservation officer, asked the council’s permission to pursue a State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) grant to prepare a National Register nomination for the Eagle Island Prison Farm. She said the SHPO grants are available to Certified Local Governments and often award between about $3,000 and $8,000 (applications commonly request $10,000 even if the grant amount is lower).
Elena showed historical photos and explained work underway at the state park to stabilize barns and silos. She emphasized that applying for a grant does not obligate the city to accept funds and that any award would be returned to council for a decision. Council members encouraged her to pursue SHPO funding and explore related state grant opportunities; council consensus supported moving forward with the application.
The council also discussed coordination with Idaho State Parks staff and other funding sources, and Elena said she will return if the City receives an award to seek formal council direction before accepting funds or pursuing listing.
