Fred Alleman , August 11, 2011

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Scope and Contents

From the Project :

This collection contains over 9 hours of digital audio recordings. The following individuals took part in the Boise Foothills Levy Anniversary Oral History Collection.
Fred Alleman
Denise Arellano
Annie Black
Linda Hawkins Caufield
Jim Hall
Chas F McDevitt
Lauren McLean
Suki Molina
Ken Pursely
Brandy Wilson
Paul Woods

Dates

August 11, 2011

Biographical / Historical

After years of moving due to his service in the United States military, Fred Alleman settled in Boise, Idaho in 1975. After working several jobs Alleman enrolled at Boise State University and earned a master’s degree in Business Administration. After earning his degree he began purchasing rental properties in Boise, fixing them up, and renting them. Freddy’s Stack Rock Trail commemorates his generous donation to the City of Boise, which provided the funds to purchase the Stack Rock property.

Extent

399.06 Megabytes

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Abstract

In his short, 20 minute interview with Stephanie Milne, Fred Alleman described his connection with the Boise foothills. Although he did not recall much from the serial foothills levy campaign, he shared his recollections of his generous donation of money to the foothills conservation effort. In the interview he explained his desire to leave a legacy for his family who also resides in the Boise area. He articulated his desire to make a donation to a cause where the money would be put to good use. He described how he researched and communicated with the Foothills Conservation Advisory Committee. It was after this that he decided he would make his donation to the Foothills Conservation Advisory Committee. Alleman described his experience working with Chuck McDevitt (Chair of the Foothills Conservation Advisory Committee) and Julia Grant (Foothills Open Space Manager) as professional but easy. Alleman concluded the interview with describing the trail that was named in his honor and his multiple recreational activities in the foothills.

NOTE: The microphone was not working properly before the interview and as a result was not utilized in the interview with Mr. Alleman. There are two recordings of the interview. The first one is a short 2 minute interview that was used to test the sound. The second recording picks up where the first left off, and concludes the interview.

Minutes Page No. Summary
TRACK ONE
00:00 1 Introductions
00:27 1 Mr. Alleman described his personal history in the Boise area. He described his time in the military and eventually choosing Boise to retire. He discussed his earning his master’s degree in business administration, which prompted the birth of his business.
01:18 1 Alleman described his memories of the Foothills Serial Levy.
END TRACK ONE
TRACK TWO
00:40 3 Alleman articulated his admiration for Mayor Brent Coles and his standing behind the Foothills Serial Levy.
01:03 3 Mr. Alleman discussed why he chose to donate money to the Foothills Conservation Advisory Board.
04:09 4 Fred Alleman described why he originally wanted to be identified as an anonymous donor. He went into depth on why a few months later his identity was revealed.
05:06 5 Alleman discussed his experiences working with the Foothills Conservation Advisory Committee. He cited Julia Grant, Amy Stahl, and Chuck McDevitt as being extremely helpful to work with.
06:35 6 In addition to discussing how he worked with Chuck McDevitt on the Stack Rock deal, Mr. Alleman described Mr. McDevitt as being quiet and doesn’t like publicity.
07:31 6 Mr. Alleman shared a story about the trail that was named after him that is located around Stack Rock. He also described the trail in detail.
09:43 8 Fred shared what he thought the lastly legacy of the foothills was on the entire Boise community. He mentioned that he thought the Foothills were ideal for socializing with friends and family.
11:56 9 Mr. Alleman described his activities up in the foothills. He mentioned he used to mountain bike but now that he is getting older, he tends to hike more. He also described his involvement with Mountain West Outdoor Club.
13:19 10 Alleman explained the features that he enjoys in the foothills. He cited the flowers and the ability to socialize with friends and family as his favorites.
16:01 12 Fred shared the he wanted future generations to maintain the foothills and appreciate what the people of Boise have done for them and the community.
17:30 13 Fred closed the interview with describing why he felt the foothills makes Boise unique compared to other cities.
17:39 14 END TRACK TWO
END OF RECORDING