RFP_6-24_COMPLETED_GRANT_APPLICATION.pdf

The document is a Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant Application for Fiscal Year 2024 submitted by the Cheyenne Historic Preservation Board (HPB) to the Wyoming State Historic Preservation Office. The project, titled "Cultural Resource Survey of African American Historical Sites/Buildings in Cheyenne," seeks funding to hire a qualified professional to identify, survey, and document African American historical assets within the municipal limits of Cheyenne. The total project cost is $20,000, with $12,000 requested in federal funds, $3,000 in cash match, and $5,000 in in-kind match. The project aims to complete a comprehensive survey by September 2024, with key milestones including issuing a Request for Qualifications, conducting field investigations, and preparing a final cultural resource survey report.

The grant application emphasizes the historical significance of the project, highlighting Cheyenne's status as one of three communities featured in the 1946 Green Book and the only Wyoming community with two "tourist homes" and a hotel listed in that edition. The survey will involve field investigations, photography, architectural characterization, historical research, and consultation with local African American community members. The expected work products include an inventory form for each property, photographs, and a survey report with maps and recommendations for potential National Register listings. The project supports the HPB's strategic goal to "Save Historic Places" and preserve the often-overlooked history of African Americans in Cheyenne, with potential benefits including economic development, neighborhood revitalization, and increased community awareness and pride.