Foothills
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 23 Collections and/or Records:
Al Larson , November 9, 2013
File
Abstract
Nathan Griffin conducted this interview on November 9th, 2013, with Al Larson in the Foothills Learning Center in Boise, Idaho as part of the 20th Anniversary of Hulls Gulch Preservation project. Al Larson, the founder of the Golden Eagle Audubon society, offered his memories of the development of Hulls Gulch. The Hulls Gulch Preservation project is a conservation initiative aimed at protecting and restoring the natural ecosystem of Hulls Gulch, while also providing recreational...
Dates:
November 9, 2013
Alan Shealy , September 11, 2018
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Abstract
In an interview with Jennifer Stevens on September 11, 2018, Alan Shealy discusses his personal history, his appointment to city council by Mayor Terteling-Payne, and the issues he worked on. He describes how his experience working in finance led him to undertake changing how the city created budgets and to help restore transparency and confidence in city government. He discusses his fiscal philosophy and his voting history on issues including moving a ten commandments statue out of Julia...
Dates:
September 11, 2018
Annie Black , June 9, 2011
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Abstract
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...
Dates:
June 9, 2011
Boise Public Library records
Collection
Identifier: RG 011
Content Description
This collection consists of plat maps of Boise and foothills development and management plans.
Dates:
Unknown
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Collections
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Boise Public Library records
Brandy Wilson, August 11, 2011
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Abstract
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...
Dates:
August 11, 2011
Charles F. "Chuck" McDevitt , September 14, 2011
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Abstract
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...
Dates:
September 14, 2011
David Eberle, August 27, 2018
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Abstract
In an interview with Jennifer Stevens on August 27, 2018, David Eberle discusses his experience on the Boise City Council. He describes how he remembers Boise when he returned after college in the late 1970s and the issues with the downtown area and push for urban renewal. David also discusses his career as a professional economist running a private practice and his time as a professor at Boise State University and Albertsons College. During his three terms in office David...
Dates:
August 27, 2018
Denise Arellano , July 7, 2011
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Abstract
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...
Dates:
July 7, 2011
Foothills Levy 10th Anniversary Project , 2011
Project
Abstract
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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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...
Dates:
August 11, 2011