A. Review the development within the historic districts and any development affecting historical properties. Other duties are to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Certified Local Government Program for Historic Preservation in a manner that also insures the promotion of public health, safety, morals, convenience, order and general welfare for the sake of efficiency and economy in the process of community development.
B. Serve in an advisory capacity to the local governing bodies establishing said Commission, and to the Helena / Lewis and Clark Consolidated Planning Board, the Helena Zoning Commission, the Helena Board of Adjustment, and other related bodies.
C. Advise the City and County in all matters pertaining to historic properties and historic districts within the jurisdictional area of the Commission.
D. Review and recommend an annual budget for the Commission consistent with the Fiscal Agent's guidelines, and make recommendations to the Joint Commission on the budget.
E. Review all grants and to allocate the funds in accordance with the Fiscal Agent's guidelines.
F. Review the applications and applicants for the position of Historic Preservation officer and to select the most qualified applicant.
G. Operate the Commission and supervise the Historic Preservation officer.
H. Solicit input on a regular basis from other groups or organizations who have an interest in the Commission and the services ; provided by the Commission.
I. Review, recommend and keep the Joint Commission informed of any situations or circumstances which might reduce the serve, capability or performance level of the Commission.