The purpose of this request for proposal is to contract with an Historic Preservation firm to conduct architectural surveys of properties within the existing historic districts and update existing property inventories. The firm will also review the efficacy of the City’s historic district ordinance and examine existing City policies, including the zoning code and building codes, to make recommendations for continued improvements to the historic preservation program. The scope of work will also include assisting City staff with the enforcement of the historic district ordinance and assisting City staff with public outreach and methods of increasing public awareness of the historic districts. The firm will identify opportunities to increase the historic preservation incentives and investment within the City, work with staff to develop grant proposals to support the City’s historic preservation efforts and provide general assistance in implementing the City’s Historic Preservation Plan.