A City Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) is a local government board responsible for safeguarding and promoting a community's historic, architectural, and cultural heritage. Its primary functions involve identifying historic resources, regulating changes to designated properties, and educating the public about preservation.
Chairperson - C. Gaye Davis
- Preservation Chairman Email: cgayedavis [at] gmail.com (cgayedavis[at]gmail[dot]com)
- City Clerk Email: cityclerk [at] walsenburg.org (cityclerk[at]walsenburg[dot]org)
Municipal Goal and Objectives
The City of Walsenburg desires to protect and preserve the City's historic and cultural heritage as embodied in designated historic landmarks and districts, determining the protection and preservation of Walsenburg historic and cultural heritage will:
- enhance property values that stabilize historic neighborhoods
- increase economic and financial benefits by attracting tourists and visitors
- increase public appreciation of Walsenburg unique heritage
In order to accomplish its desire the City established a Certified Local Government known as the Walsenburg Historic Preservation Board. [see CRS 29-20-104(1)(c)]
Ordinance No. 1067- An Ordinance Creating a Walsenburg Historic Preservation CLG
A Bit About Certified Local Governments
A Certified Local Government is one that has developed a local preservation ordinance which meets standards established by the State Historic Preservation Office and the National Park Service. CLGs participate in guiding historic preservation actions and planning locally according to nationally recognized standards. They are members of a professional organization promoting historic preservation by responding to the community's individual needs, developing unique funding opportunities, creating long-range plans with historic preservation as a key element, and by providing a high level of expertise to those who seek their assistance. Certain federal grant programs are available only to CLGs.
National Parks Service Designation
Membership and Terms of Office
The board consists of five members appointed by majority vote of the Walsenburg City Council. At least 40% of the members shall be professionals in preservation related disciplines, and at least 40% of the members shall be a person who owns property or a business within the municipal limits of the city of Walsenburg.