Interview session 19, 1996 November 12
Scope and Contents
In the nineteenth interview session, conducted on November 12, 1996, Clark continues to discuss serving as chair of the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners from 1975 to 1979. He talks about his agenda as chair and the challenges he faced, particularly regarding health care and land use. He discusses working with the Portland City Council and the other city governments within Multnomah County, the county’s financial status, and his relationship with the press. He also revisits the topic of his political opposition. He talks about people from whom he sought advice.
Dates
- Creation: 1996 November 12
Creator
- From the Collection: Clark, Don E. (Donald Edward), 1933- (Interviewee, Person)
- From the Collection: Joseph, George Manley, 1930-2003 (Interviewer, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Parts of the interview have been restricted by Don Clark. Restricted segments have been redacted from the transcript and digitized audio files, and tapes 16, 18, 22, 25-28, 31, 32, 41, and 42 are restricted. The remainder of the interview is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: .2 Cubic Feet (42 audiocassettes (37 hr., 57 min., 42 sec.) + transcript (943 pages))
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
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