The purpose of the Historic Preservation Commission is to:

A.  Promote the educational, cultural, economic, and general welfare of the public       through the recognition, enhancement, and perpetuation of sites and districts of

historical and cultural significance;

B.  Safeguard the City's historic, aesthetic, and cultural heritage by preserving sites and districts of historic and cultural significance;

C. Stabilize and improve property values;

D. Foster pride in the legacy of beauty and achievements of the past;

E. Protect and enhance the City's attractions to tourists and visitors and the support and stimulus to businesses;

F. Strengthen the economy of the City; and

G.  Promote the use of historic sites, historic districts, and other places of cultural

significance for the education, pleasure, and welfare of the people of the City.

 Mission Statement

By utilizing the expertise of the Sioux City Historic Preservation Commission members, researching current information and partnering with other groups and local, state and and national organizations, the Commission will:

• Advise the City Council and other groups on preservation issues;
• Assist businesses, groups, and individuals in preservation efforts;
• Educate the residents of Sioux City about methods and merits of preservation;
• Safeguard the City's historic and cultural heritage by preserving sites of significance;
• Identify, protect, and enhance potential historic attractions for tourism and business.

The Historic Preservation Commission oversees and makes recommendations on properties of historic significance. Sioux City is home to 3 National Landmarks, 2 Local Landmarks, 5 National Register Historic Districts containing over 150 properties, 2 Historic Area Zoning Districts, and over 50 individually listed properties on the National Register of Historic Places.

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