Driving Tourism Through Historic Preservation: The Value of Character and History in Boulder City

This episode of The Best Dam Podcast features, Michael Mays and Courtney Mooney.

Michael is the Director of Community Development for Boulder City government, and is a passionate advocate for it historic preservation, and he collaborates with the state to access valuable resources that further enhance Boulder City's historic preservation efforts.

Courtney is a professional working for the City of Boulder City as a historic preservation officer. Her primary responsibility is reviewing applications for new construction or additions on historic properties and ensuring they comply with relevant guidelines and standards. While her team also oversees federal projects for the protection of historic properties, their main focus and dedication lie in serving Boulder City.

QUESTIONS WE DISCUSSED

1.  How does the Certified Local Government (CLG) partnership program between the National Park Service, the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and local governments, support and strengthen local historic preservation programs.
2.  How does the sense of community in Boulder City contribute to its success and charm?
3.  How important is it for the city to consider the potential impact on businesses during the development of strategic plans and ordinances?
4.  What role does the Historic Preservation Committee play in preserving the character and history of Boulder City?
5.  How does the availability of professional expertise and incentives alleviate financial burdens on businesses in the historic district?
6.   Why is it important for community members to communicate, seek out information, and stay involved in the preservation efforts of their city?
7.  What economic benefits are associated with historic preservation, such as increased property values and heritage tourism?
8.  How can the city better inform potential property owners about preservation regulations and guidelines before they purchase a home?

NEXT STEPS

Click here to learn more about Historic Preservation and Boulder City's Historic Preservation Ordinance, visit the City's Community Development Website at
 https://www.bcnv.org/173/Historic-Preservation.

To learn about the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and its Programs, visit their website at https://shpo.nv.gov/services/certified-local-governments.

Click her to learn about the office's Certified Local Government Program  (CLG):
https://shpo.nv.gov/services/certified-local-governments.

CREDITS

The Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.

This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.

Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

KEYWORDS

Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber, The Best Dam Podcast, Boulder City, Boulder City Historic Preservation, Certified Local Government (CLG) partnership program, National Park Service, State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)