In the twentieth interview session, conducted on March 12, 1997, Clark continues discussing serving as chair of the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners from 1975 to 1979. He talks about an effort to recall him from office, changes in the county charter, and the establishment of a charter commission. He also addresses the tension between the city of Portland and East Multnomah County regarding how tax dollars were spent. He then discusses the creation of the position of county executive in 1979. He also briefly talks about his 1978 re-election campaign. He then revisits and speaks at length on the topic of his accomplishments as board chair, including the implementation of the 911 system. He also speaks about other members of the board.