Natural resources
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Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 13 Collections and/or Records:
Annie Black , June 9, 2011
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In her interview with Stephanie Milne on June 9, 2011, Annie Black, who was an avid volunteer during the Boise foothills campaign and served on Foothills Conservation Advisory Committee for five years, offered her memories of both. She spoke about her memories leading up to the foothills serial levy campaign in 2000 and 2001. She specifically touched on her experiences serving on the Fundraising Committee. Additionally, Black discussed what stood out to her as great accomplishments that...
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June 9, 2011
Baxter Foundry, July 22, 2009
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In an interview with Brandi Burns on July 22, 2009, James and Oliver Baxter discuss their family’s ownership of the Baxter Foundry.
James and Oliver’s great-grandfather, James Baxter, had a background in mining which brought him to Idaho. He opened the foundry to manufacture mining equipment at the end of Warm Spring Avenue, initially naming it the Boise Iron and Reduction Works. The business was then moved to a location on Capitol Boulevard where it expanded and was eventually renamed...
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July 22, 2009
Brandy Wilson, August 11, 2011
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In her interview with Stephanie Milne, Brandy Wilson shared her recollections of the serial foothills levy campaign. Brandy described how she became involved in the foothills levy and her role on the executive committee. She also described the initial meeting that took place on the foothills at City Hall. She praised Chuck McDevitt, the overall positivity of the campaign and the volunteers when describing how the campaign was successful. Wilson also recalled the atmosphere of the campaign...
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August 11, 2011
Charles F. "Chuck" McDevitt , September 14, 2011
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In his interview with Susan Stacy, Chuck McDevitt described his involvement with the effort to preserve the Boise Foothills. He shared experiences while serving on the Parks and Recreation Commission Board and detailed important steps, which eventually led to the 2001 serial foothills levy. He discussed Memorandum of Understanding agreements which involved several government agencies that owned land in the foothills. He spoke highly of Jim Hall and the leadership he provided for effort. He...
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September 14, 2011
Denise Arellano , July 7, 2011
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In her interview with Stephanie Milne on July 22, 2011, Denise Arellano offered her memories and recollections of the serial foothills levy campaign that she was a part of. Arellano spoke of how she got involved in the campaign and her exact participation in it. She described in detail her role on the fundraising committee and the house parties that she was responsible for. She also commented on the campaign’s positive messaging and how vital it was to its ultimate success. Additionally, she...
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July 7, 2011
Foothills Levy 10th Anniversary Project , 2011
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The idea of conserving the Boise Foothills dates clear back to the 1950s. However, the backdrop to the city of Boise as we know it today is a result of the foothills serial levy of 2001. On May 22, 2001 the citizens of Boise passed $10,000,000 two-year serial levy for conservation of valuable land in the foothills. Since 2001 the Foothills Conservation Advisory Committee has lead the effort to acquire land. Additionally, Boiseans have also donated money to the effort. Today the Foothills...
Dates:
2011
Fred Alleman , August 11, 2011
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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...
Dates:
August 11, 2011
Jim Hall, September 13, 2011
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In his interview with Susan Stacy, Jim Hall described the origins of the Boise foothills preservation effort. He described the partnerships he fostered with various public agencies as well as private landowners in the foothills. He discussed the different steps and committees that formed a long the way that culminated in the passage of the serial levy. Hall also provided insight into his involvement in various projects since 2001. The interview concludes with Susan Stacy and Jim hall...
Dates:
September 13, 2011
Kenneth L. Pursley , July 29, 2011
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In his short interview with Stephanie Milne on July 29, 2011, Ken Pursley of Givens and Pursley law firm offered his recollections of the serial foothills levy campaign. Although he was not directly involved in the campaign and remembered very little from it, he did explain how he was involved in strategizing on the campaign before it even began. He explained he and a group of people (whom he could not recall) were selected to be on a committee to frame the main issues/values concerning the...
Dates:
July 29, 2011
Lauren McLean , July 19, 2011
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In her interview with Stephanie Milne on July 19, 2011, Lauren McLean, a Council member at the City of Boise, offered her memories of the serial foothills levy campaign that she managed. McLean spoke of how she got involved in the campaign and her role and responsibilities as campaign manager. She reflected on moments that stood out to her in the campaign, specifically a story about her prepping then Mayor Brent Coles before he did a TV debate with those people who were against the levy....
Dates:
July 19, 2011