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NEW DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC VITALITY City Manager Heather Balser has selected Megan Pierce as the new Director of Economic Vitality for the City of Louisville. Megan has more than 14 years of experience in lo- cal government and as a consultant for the public sector. She most recently worked as Assistant Village Manager for the Village of Winnetka, Illinois (popula- tion 12,000), overseeing economic development, communications, and human resources. Megan is a skilled and collaborative manager with proven success in branding communities and serving as ombudsman for local businesses. She brings experi- ence working with residents, business owners, elected officials, and staff to define community goals and identify innovative strategies to achieve them. Commenting on the appointment, City Manager Heather Balser said: "It is my great pleasure to announce that Megan Pierce will be joining the City of Louisville as the Director of Economic Vitality. Megan competed in a national recruitment for the position. "There were 61 applicants for the position and four finalists participated in a comprehensive selection pro- cess. Megan rose to the top of this pool - I am excited to have her join the Louisville team. "I would also like to thank City Council, Board and Commission representatives, and City staff who at- tended the open house for the candidates and partici- pated in the interview process. We had four excellent candidates and appreciate their professional commit- ment to public service and their interest in the City of Louisville." The new Director of Economic Vitality is scheduled to join the City at the end of November and can be reached at: MPierce@LouisvilleCO.gov or 303.335.4531 $45,000 GRANTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Louisville homeowners may be eligible for up to $45,000 in Historic Preservation grants with local businesses eligible to receive up to $200,000. The City recently set the new incentive figures following the extension of the Historic Preservation tax by voters. Through the City's unique, voluntary Historic Preserva- tion Program, eligible historic properties can pursue landmark status and receive a variety of grants. Not only are grants available for the preservation of histor- ic structures, the City also offers grants for eligible new building additions. With no obligation to landmark a property, grants are available to conduct a "Historic Structure Assessment;'which provides information on the condition of the property and provides recom- mendations for preservation. Commenting, Rob Zuccaro, Director of Planning & Building Safety, said: "This incentive program is a great opportunity for Lou- isville residents and businesses to update their prop- erties while preserving the history and architectural integrity of the City. "We look forward to working with property owners who want to learn more about our program and their property. Applying for a Historic Structure Assessment grant is an easy first step that allows property owners to learn more about the history and condition of their building with no obligation to pursue Landmark status and usually at no cost. "This program forms a key part of the City's commit- ment to protect, preserve, and enhance the quality of life in our community." Eligible historic properties are at least 50 years old, his- torically significant, and retain architectural integrity. The program, which is funded by a dedicated sales tax, recognizes the historical and architectural significance of over 40 local landmarks. Find out more Property owners inter- ested in learning more about a Historic Structure Assessment or in pur- suing landmark status, should contact Felicity Selvoski, Historic Preser- vation Planner: FSelvoski@LouisvilleCO. gov 303.335.4594 L Winter 2019/2020 • Page 3