Thirty-eight grants have been awarded for a total of $562,463 from fiscal year 2015 Local Records Grant Program funds.
“During the 29-year history of KDLA’s Local Records Grant Program, a total of more than $22 million has been distributed across Kentucky in grants to all 120 counties,” said Gov. Beshear.
“These funds have enabled local agencies to preserve, manage and provide access to local government records, ensuring that citizens will have access to those records in the future. The funds allow agencies to fully utilize new digital technologies to provide unprecedented access to important public records.”
Kennemore will use the grant funds to transfer valuable permanent records to security microfilm.
“We are excited about receiving our newest grant from KDLA,” said Kennemore. “This grant will be used to microfilm our most recent deeds and mortgages. This will ensure that our vital records are safe and secure for our citizens here in Graves County.”
KDLA’s Local Records Program helps to preserve, protect and make available records with continuing archival value and to assist local agencies with records management through grant support, training and direct service.
With four regional administrators covering the state and working with local officials, KDLA ensures professional archival and records management assistance in county and city offices, school districts, and health departments. Grants have supported work in microfilming, preservation, equipment, automated indexing, digital imaging systems and codification of ordinances.
KDLA provides equitable access to quality library and information resources and services, as well as helps public agencies ensure that legislatively mandated documentation of government programs is created, efficiently maintained, and made accessible. For more information of KDLA resources, programs and services visit www.kdla.ky.gov or call 502-564-8300 ext. 315.
