Old Town in Jefferson City was established by the City Council in April 2007. According to the city’s website: “It was formed to designate an area for future redevelopment and reinvestment by the public and private sector. The designated area is basically the original "old town" Jefferson City and represents the historic core (heart) of our community.” Reinvestment area—city has dedicated itself to improve infrastructure and encourage investment in the area No assessment or survey of historic resources No criteria for designation other than it was the early boundaries of the city.
Certified Local Government Program: Partnership between the National Park Service, State Historic Preservation Office and Local communities that have: Enacted a preservation ordinance Appointed a local preservation commission, and promise to conduct a program to systematically identify their historic resources and neighborhoods, and Conduct educational and outreach activities promoting preservation In return CLGs are eligible for Historic Preservation Fund grants to assist in preservation planning, conducting survey and nominating properties to the National Register of Historic Place. SHPO also has a staff person dedicated to providing technical assistance to Certified Local Governments.