FY2024 ABPP - Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant
ID: 351654Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Park Service (DOI-NPS)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

City or Township Governments

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351654

Additional Information

https://www.nps.gov/orgs/2287/index.htm
Timeline
    Description

    The National Park Service (NPS) is offering the FY2024 Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant (BLAG) to assist state and local governments in preserving historic battlefield lands associated with the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War. This grant program aims to support the acquisition of fee-simple or less-than-fee interests in eligible sites, requiring a dollar-for-dollar non-Federal match for funding. The BLAG program is crucial for the conservation of significant historical sites, ensuring their protection and interpretation for future generations. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by December 31, 2024, and can contact James E. Modrick at james_modrick@nps.gov for further information regarding the application process and requirements. The estimated total program funding available is $17,400,000.

    Point(s) of Contact
    james_modrick@nps.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    BLAG Easement Requirements_23-0711.pdf
    BLAG.pdf
    The NPS American Battlefield Protection Program (ABPP) outlines standard easement requirements for the Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant. The document specifies essential provisions regulated by federal law, including authorizations, acknowledgment of historic significance, and commitments to conservation and preservation practices. Key stipulations address the non-conversion of land, the necessity for a Baseline Documentation Report outlining the property's condition, limitations on subdivision and ground disturbance, and conditions for public access and signage reflecting federally funded preservation efforts. Additionally, it emphasizes protective measures against mining and construction activities, requiring consultations for demolitions and modifications. The easement terms must remain perpetual and can only be amended with the approval of relevant authorities. Furthermore, the document contains best practices, such as ensuring no conflict with prior mortgages and preventing easement merger with property ownership, ensuring the grant's integrity. This guidance aims to maintain historic battlefields’ integrity for public benefit, historical interpretation, and environmental conservation.
    Nonprofit Easement Holder Qualifications_23-0901.pdf
    Nonprofit Easement Holder Required Language_23-0901.pdf
    Nonprofit.pdf
    The National Park Service's American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP) outlines required easement terms for properties receiving federal funding through its Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant program, specifically when a nonprofit holds the easement and a nonprofit or private entity owns the land. These terms, which must not be altered without NPS ABPP approval, include provisions related to preservation, management, and permitted activities on the land. Key components include the necessity for a Baseline Documentation Report (BDR) detailing the property's existing resources, a Preservation Plan for management strategies to protect conservation values, and strict regulations on residential activities, ground disturbance, and new construction. Additionally, it stipulates procedures for archaeological investigations, the treatment of artifacts, and human remains. The purpose of these requirements is to ensure the long-term protection and management of battlefield lands, aligning with state historic preservation efforts and federal guidelines. The document emphasizes a collaborative approach involving the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) in overseeing conservation activities, aiming to sustain both historical and ecological interests in the designated properties.
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