Is your library planning a construction project this year? Are they hoping to help finance this project by applying for a Construction Grant? If so, the library must send a construction project narrative to their Consultant. Not only does it keep your Consultant informed, it also allows us to check the eligibility of the project before you go through the entire application process. (Please do not confuse this with the "Construction Needs" many libraries submitted in February and March. The Construction Needs was merely to see the "wish lists" of libraries and the estimated cost of construction needs in this area.)

Remember, the deadline to submit a Construction Grant to NCLS is August 12, 2009, so please send a narrative to your Consultant and start filling out your Construction Grant Application today!

***Don't forget, if you are in a historic district or your building is over 50 years old, you have to complete and submit a separate State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) application as well (for more information go to the NYS Construction Grant Instructions #7.) Remember, the SHPO application process could take approximately 30 days.

To access the instructions and the forms you will need for the grant, click on the link below. Frequently asked questions (FAQs) and a checklist have also been provided to assist you.