The Local Records Program distributes grant funds to local government agencies to assist them with records management, which includes digitization, security microfilming, supplies/equipment, salary support, and records conservation. Funds are awarded twice annually, and any local government agency is eligible to apply.
FY 2020 (Cycle 2) Grant Program Dates
July 15 – Cycle opens
July 15 - September 30 – Application review period
September 30 – Application deadline
November 6 – LR Review Committee reviews grant applications
December 12 – State Libraries, Archives, and Records Commission reviews grant applications
December 19 – Award notifications are sent to grant applicants
Grant Application Materials
Grant Recipient Materials
Vendors
Applications will be reviewed by the Local Records Grant Review Committee. This committee is comprised of members who are familiar with local government and who have expertise in archives and records management. They will review the applications and make a recommendation to the State Libraries, Archives, and Records Commission who will make a final recommendation to the Commissioner of the Department for Libraries and Archives.
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If you have any additional questions, please contact your Regional Administrator or the Local Records Branch Manager, Nicole Bryan at 502-564-1745 or nicole.bryan@ky.gov.