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George W. Bush Presidential Library
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Folder Title: 08/21/2002 [H.R. 2643] [771385]
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FOLDER 5D BILL FILES RECEIVED FROM THE OFFICE OF
THE EXECUTIVE CLERK - AUG 21 02 ENROLLED BILL
H.R. 2643 - FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL
EXPANSION ACT
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STATES SECUTIVE OFFICE UNITED THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
N2 AUG 15 PMS:55
August 15, 2002
APPROVED
THE DIRECTOR
AUG 2 1 2002
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
THE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN
Last Day for Action
8-21-02
August 24, 2002 Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
MEDaniely
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
2 -
H.R.2643
One Hundred Sebenth Congress
of the
United States of America
AT THE SECOND SESSION
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Wednesday,
the twenty-third day of January, two thousand and two
3800H 711HM THE
An Act
To authorize the acquisition of additional lands for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop
National Memorial in the State of Oregon, and for other purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of
the United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the "Fort Clatsop National Memorial
Expansion Act of 2002".
SEC. 2. FINDINGS.
The Congress finds the following:
(1) Fort Clatsop National Memorial is the only unit of
the National Park System solely dedicated to the Lewis and
Clark Expedition.
(2) In 1805, the members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
built Fort Clatsop at the mouth of the Columbia River near
Astoria, Oregon, and they spent 106 days at the fort waiting
for the end of winter and preparing for their journey home.
(3) In 1958, Congress enacted Public Law 85-435 author-
izing the establishment of Fort Clatsop National Memorial
for the purpose of commemorating the culmination, and the
winter encampment, of the Lewis and Clark Expedition fol-
lowing its successful crossing of the North American continent.
(4) The 1995 General Management Plan for Fort Clatsop
National Memorial, prepared with input from the local commu-
nity, recommends the expansion of the memorial to include
the trail used by expedition members to access the Pacific
Ocean from the fort and the shore and forest lands surrounding
the fort and trail to protect their natural settings.
(5) Expansion of Fort Clatsop National Memorial requires
Federal legislation because the size of the memorial is currently
limited by statute to 130 acres.
(6) Congressional action to allow for the expansion of Fort
Clatsop National Memorial to include the trail to the Pacific
Ocean would be timely and appropriate before the start of
the bicentennial celebration of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
planned to take place during the years 2004 through 2006.
SEC. 3. EXPANSION OF FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL, OREGON.
(a) REVISED BOUNDARIES.-Section 2 of Public Law 85-435
(16 U.S.C. 450mm-1) is amended—
(1) by inserting "(a) INITIAL DESIGNATION OF LANDS.-"
before "The Secretary";
H.R. 2643-3
Park System. The study shall be conducted in accordance with
section 8 of Public Law 91-383 (16 U.S.C. 1a-5).
Speaker of the Houst of Repi sentatives.
(ice President opthe United States and
President of the Senate. pho
APPROVED
AUG 2 1 2002
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STATEMENT
OF
THE
INTERIOR
United States Department of the Interior
U.S.
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
MARCH
1881
Washington, D.C. 20240
AUG 0 8 2002
Honorable Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director, Office of Management and Budget
Attention: Assistant Director for Legislative Reference
Washington, DC 20503
Dear Mr. Daniels:
This letter responds to your request for the views of the Department of the Interior with respect
to H.R. 2643, a bill to adjust the boundaries of Fort Clatsop National Memorial.
We recommend that the President approve the enrolled bill.
H.R. 2643 would expand the boundaries of Fort Clatsop National Memorial, as called for in the
site's General Management Plan, to include lands on which a trail linkage between Fort Clatsop
and the Pacific Ocean would be established. The bill would also include within the boundary
lands that will create a buffer zone to protect the scenic and natural resources that frame the park
setting. In addition, H.R. 2643 would authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study
of several locations on the Washington side of the Columbia River, including the area known as
"Station Camp," which is where the Lewis and Clark expedition camped from November 15-24,
1805.
On May 14, 1804, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set off with their Corps of Discovery on
an incredible journey that was to be a pivotal event in helping to shape the young United States.
Their instructions from President Thomas Jefferson were to explore the Missouri River to its
source, establish the most direct land route to the Pacific Ocean, and to make scientific and
geographic observations along the way. A year and a half later, having traversed the continent,
the expedition arrived at the Pacific Ocean and soon thereafter found a site that was suitable for
winter quarters on what is known today as the Lewis and Clark River. On December 8, 1805,
the expedition members began building a fort, and by Christmas Eve they were under shelter.
They named the fort for the friendly local Indian tribe, the Clatsops. The members of the
expedition lived at Fort Clatsop for three months as they prepared for their return trip home.
During their stay, it rained every day but 12 of the 106 days, their clothes rotted and the furs and
hides of the bedding became flea-infested. The dampness gave nearly everyone rheumatism or
colds, and many suffered from other diseases. The "Corps of Discovery" persevered this as they
did through many other challenges. They gained a rightful place in history among the greatest of
explorers.
Established in 1958, Fort Clatsop National Memorial marks the spot where Lewis and Clark and
the Corps of Discovery spent the winter of 1805 - 1806, and is the only unit of the National Park
System solely dedicated to the Lewis and Clark expedition. After the law was passed, the
National Park Service acquired the land immediately surrounding the fort, and in 1978, the Salt
Cairn site on the coast was added to the memorial by Public Law 95-625.
H.R. 2643 is important for several reasons. First, time is of the essence in completing the land
acquisition, environmental reviews, engineering and design, and trail construction that is
necessary to complete this final link in the Lewis and Clark National Historical Trail for the
bicentennial commemoration. It is expected that well over one million people will visit the site
during the bicentennial years of 2003 through 2006. Secondly, this legislation represents the
completion of a process heavily influenced by local stakeholders. Third, this bill enjoys broad,
bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning committees in
Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National Council of the
Lewis and Clark Bicentennial. In addition, we note that the Fort Clatsop Historical Association
has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation and will donate them to
the park after the boundary has been adjusted. We expect that the government's efforts will be
leveraged through several partners, including the Army National Guard, local trail enthusiasts,
and the local high schools, who have agreed to volunteer with trail construction and
maintenance. We anticipate the park would seek only minor increases in operational costs
(below $250,000) beyond its existing base funding of $1.1 million.
The Department testified in support of H.R. 2643 with some technical amendments at a hearing
before the House Resources Subcommittee on National Parks, Recreation, and Public Lands, on
February 7, 2002. Although not all adopted in full, the Department is satisfied with the
amendments reflected in the enrolled bill. Accordingly, we are pleased to recommend its
approval to the President.
Sincerely,
P2 wr
P. Lynn Scarlett
Assistant Secretary for Policy,
Management and Budget
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8/13/2002
Last day for action:
8/24/2002
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inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National Memorial in the State
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WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
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ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT STATES UNITED THE
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
August 15, 2002
THE DIRECTOR
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 - Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
MEDaniely
ME
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
2 -
H. R. 2643
One Hundred Sebenth Congress
of the
United States of America
AT THE SECOND SESSION
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Wednesday,
the twenty-third day of January, two thousand and two
An Act
To authorize the acquisition of additional lands for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop
National Memorial in the State of Oregon, and for other purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of
the United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the "Fort Clatsop National Memorial
Expansion Act of 2002".
SEC. 2. FINDINGS.
The Congress finds the following:
(1) Fort Clatsop National Memorial is the only unit of
the National Park System solely dedicated to the Lewis and
Clark Expedition.
(2) In 1805, the members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
built Fort Clatsop at the mouth of the Columbia River near
Astoria, Oregon, and they spent 106 days at the fort waiting
for the end of winter and preparing for their journey home.
(3) In 1958, Congress enacted Public Law 85-435 author-
izing the establishment of Fort Clatsop National Memorial
for the purpose of commemorating the culmination, and the
winter encampment, of the Lewis and Clark Expedition fol-
lowing its successful crossing of the North American continent.
(4) The 1995 General Management Plan for Fort Clatsop
National Memorial, prepared with input from the local commu-
nity, recommends the expansion of the memorial to include
the trail used by expedition members to access the Pacific
Ocean from the fort and the shore and forest lands surrounding
the fort and trail to protect their natural settings.
(5) Expansion of Fort Clatsop National Memorial requires
Federal legislation because the size of the memorial is currently
limited by statute to 130 acres.
(6) Congressional action to allow for the expansion of Fort
Clatsop National Memorial to include the trail to the Pacific
Ocean would be timely and appropriate before the start of
the bicentennial celebration of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
planned to take place during the years 2004 through 2006.
SEC. 3. EXPANSION OF FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL, OREGON.
(a) REVISED BOUNDARIES.-Section 2 of Public Law 85-435
(16 U.S.C. 450mm-1) is amended-
(1) by inserting "(a) INITIAL DESIGNATION OF LANDS.-"
before "The Secretary";
H. R. 2643-2
(2) by striking "coast:" and all that follows through the
end of the sentence and inserting "coast."; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subsections:
"(b) AUTHORIZED EXPANSION.-The Fort Clatsop National
Memorial shall also include the lands depicted on the map entitled
'Fort Clatsop Boundary Map', numbered '405-80026C-CCO', and
dated June 1996.
"(c) MAXIMUM DESIGNATED AREA.-The total area designated
as the Fort Clatsop National Memorial shall not exceed 1,500
acres.".
(b) AUTHORIZED ACQUISITION METHODS.-Section 3 of Public
Law 85-435 (16 U.S.C. 450mm-2) is amended—
(1) by inserting "(a) ACQUISITION METHODS.-" before
"Within"; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
"(b) LIMITATION.-The lands (other than corporately owned
timberlands) depicted on the map referred to in section 2(b), may
be acquired by the Secretary of the Interior only by donation or
purchase from willing sellers."
(c) MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING.-Section 4 of Public Law
85-435 (16 U.S.C. 450mm-3) is amended—
(1) by striking "Establishment" and all that follows through
"its establishment," and inserting "(a) ADMINISTRATION.-"; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
"(b) MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING.-If the owner of cor-
porately owned timberlands depicted on the map referred to in
section 2(b) agrees to enter into a sale of such lands as a result
of actual condemnation proceedings or in lieu of condemnation
proceedings, the Secretary of the Interior shall enter into a memo-
randum of understanding with the owner regarding the manner
in which such lands will be managed after acquisition by the
United States.".
SEC. 4. STUDY OF STATION CAMP SITE AND OTHER AREAS FOR POS-
SIBLE INCLUSION IN NATIONAL MEMORIAL.
The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a study of the
area near McGowan, Washington, where the Lewis and Clark
Expedition first camped after reaching the Pacific Ocean and known
as the "Station Camp" site, as well as the Megler Rest Area and
Fort Canby State Park, to determine the suitability, feasibility,
and national significance of these sites for inclusion in the National
H.R. 2643-3
Park System. The study shall be conducted in accordance with
section 8 of Public Law 91-383 (16 U.S.C. 1a-5).
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Vice President of the United States and
President of the Senate.
518673
OFFICE THE PRESIDENT STATES UNITED THE
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
August 15, 2002
THE DIRECTOR
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 - Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
MEDaniely
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
-2- -
OFICE OF THE PRESIDENT UNITED THE
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
THE DIRECTOR
August 15, 2002
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 - Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
ME
MEDaniely
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
-2- -
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT UNITED THE
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
THE DIRECTOR
August 15, 2002
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 - Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"énjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
MEDaniely
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
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518673
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
Date: 8-15-02, 11:00 PM ACTION / CONCURRENCE / COMMENT DUE BY: 8-16-02, 5:00 PM
ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
Subject: ACT
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HUBBARD
CARD
IRASTORZA
BARTLETT
JOHNSON
BLAKEMAN
LINDSEY
BOLTEN
MARBURGER
BRIDGELAND
MIERS
CALIO
RICE
CONNAUGHTON
RIDGE
DANIELS
ROVE
FLEISCHER
SPELLINGS
GERSON
CLERK
GONZALES
HAGIN
HAWKINS
REMARKS:
PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO JOHN BURNIM, EXT. 57302, FAX 55691, NO LATER THAN 5:00
PM FRIDAY, 8-16-02, WITH COPY TO STAFF SECRETARY. THANK YOU.
RESPONSE:
Harriet E. Miers
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 62702
DIECUTIVE UNITED THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
August 15, 2002
THE DIRECTOR
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 - Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
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518673
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
Date: 8-15-02, 11:00 PM ACTION / CONCURRENCE / COMMENT DUE BY: 8-16-02, 5:00 PM
ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
Subject: ACT
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HUBBARD
CARD
IRASTORZA
BARTLETT
JOHNSON
BLAKEMAN
LINDSEY
BOLTEN
MARBURGER
BRIDGELAND
MIERS
CALIO
RICE
CONNAUGHTON
RIDGE
DANIELS
ROVE
FLEISCHER
SPELLINGS
GERSON
CLERK
GONZALES
HAGIN
HAWKINS
REMARKS:
PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO JOHN BURNIM, EXT. 57302, FAX 55691, NO LATER THAN 5:00
PM FRIDAY, 8-16-02, WITH COPY TO STAFF SECRETARY. THANK YOU.
RESPONSE:
Harriet E. Miers
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 62702
EXECUTIVE BUDGET UNITED THE OFFICE % THE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF management AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
THE DIRECTOR
August 15, 2002
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
MEDaniely
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
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SS/ RM NO.
518673
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
Date: 8-15-02, 11:00 PM ACTION / CONCURRENCE / COMMENT DUE BY: 8-16-02, 5:00 PM
ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
Subject: ACT
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HUBBARD
CARD
IRASTORZA
BARTLETT
for
JOHNSON
BLAKEMAN
LINDSEY
BOLTEN
MARBURGER
BRIDGELAND
MIERS
CALIO
RICE
CONNAUGHTON
RIDGE
DANIELS
ROVE
FLEISCHER
SPELLINGS
GERSON
CLERK
GONZALES
HAGIN
HAWKINS
REMARKS:
PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO JOHN BURNIM, EXT. 57302, FAX 55691, NO LATER THAN 5:00
PM FRIDAY, 8-16-02, WITH COPY TO STAFF SECRETARY. THANK YOU.
RESPONSE:
Harriet E. Miers
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 62702
THE
STATES DECUTIVE BUDGET UNITED THE OFFICE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF management AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
THE DIRECTOR
August 15, 2002
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 - Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
MEDaniely
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
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Subject: ACT
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HUBBARD
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REMARKS:
PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO JOHN BURNIM, EXT. 57302, FAX 55691, NO LATER THAN 5:00
PM FRIDAY, 8-16-02, WITH COPY TO STAFF SECRETARY. THANK YOU.
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Date: 8-15-02, 11:00 PM ACTION / CONCURRENCE / COMMENT DUE BY: 8-16-02, 5:00 PM
ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
Subject: ACT
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HUBBARD
CARD
IRASTORZA
BARTLETT
JOHNSON
BLAKEMAN
LINDSEY
BOLTEN
MARBURGER
BRIDGELAND
MIERS
CALIO
RICE
CONNAUGHTON
RIDGE
DANIELS
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ROVE
FLEISCHER
SPELLINGS
GERSON
CLERK
GONZALES
HAGIN
HAWKINS
REMARKS:
PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO JOHN BURNIM, EXT. 57302, FAX 55691, NO LATER THAN 5:00
PM FRIDAY, 8-16-02, WITH COPY TO STAFF SECRETARY. THANK YOU.
RESPONSE:
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Harriet E. Miers
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 62702
OFFICE THE PRESIDENT STATES BLIKET OF THE UNITED THE
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
August 15, 2002
THE DIRECTOR
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
MEDaniely
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
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Date: 8-15-02, 11:00 PM ACTION / CONCURRENCE / COMMENT DUE BY: 8-16-02, 5:00 PM
ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
Subject: ACT
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ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HUBBARD
CARD
IRASTORZA
BARTLETT
JOHNSON
BLAKEMAN
LINDSEY
BOLTEN
MARBURGER
BRIDGELAND
MIERS
CALIO
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RICE
CONNAUGHTON
RIDGE
DANIELS
ROVE
FLEISCHER
SPELLINGS
GERSON
CLERK
GONZALES
HAGIN
HAWKINS
REMARKS:
PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO JOHN BURNIM, EXT. 57302, FAX 55691, NO LATER THAN 5:00
PM FRIDAY, 8-16-02, WITH COPY TO STAFF SECRETARY. THANK YOU.
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Harriet E. Miers
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 62702
SS/ RM NO. 518673
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
Date: 8-15-02, 11:00 PM ACTION / CONCURRENCE / COMMENT DUE BY: 8-16-02, 5:00 PM
ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
Subject: ACT
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HUBBARD
CARD
IRASTORZA
BARTLETT
JOHNSON
BLAKEMAN
LINDSEY
BOLTEN
MARBURGER
BRIDGELAND
MIERS
CALIO
RICE
CONNAUGHTON
RIDGE
DANIELS
>
ROVE
FLEISCHER
SPELLINGS
GERSON
CLERK
GONZALES
HAGIN
HAWKINS
REMARKS:
PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO JOHN BURNIM, EXT. 57302, FAX 55691, NO LATER THAN 5:00
PM FRIDAY, 8-16-02, WITH COPY TO STAFF SECRETARY. THANK YOU.
OK
RESPONSE:
Harriet E. Miers
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 62702
EXECUTIVE UNITED THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
August 15, 2002
THE DIRECTOR
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 - Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
Enclosures
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Date: 8-15-02, 11:00 PM ACTION / CONCURRENCE / COMMENT DUE BY: 8-16-02, 5:00 PM
ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
Subject: ACT
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HUBBARD
CARD
IRASTORZA
BARTLETT
JOHNSON
BLAKEMAN
LINDSEY
BOLTEN
MARBURGER
BRIDGELAND
MIERS
CALIO
RICE
CONNAUGHTON
RIDGE
DANIELS
ROVE
FLEISCHER
SPELLINGS
GERSON
CLERK
GONZALES
HAGIN
HAWKINS
REMARKS:
PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO JOHN BURNIM, EXT. 57302, FAX 55691, NO LATER THAN 5:00
PM FRIDAY, 8-16-02, WITH COPY TO STAFF SECRETARY. THANK YOU.
OK
RESPONSE:
Harriet E. Miers
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 62702
STATES EXECUTIVE BUDGET UNITED OFFICE THE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
THE DIRECTOR
August 15, 2002
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 - Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
MEDiamely
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
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Date: 8-15-02, 11:00 PM ACTION / CONCURRENCE / COMMENT DUE BY: 8-16-02, 5:00 PM
ENROLLED BILL H.R. 2643, FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL EXPANSION
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STATES EXECUTIVE CHA, OFFICE # 1 PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20503
THE DIRECTOR
August 15, 2002
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Enrolled Bill H.R. 2643 Fort Clatsop National Memorial Expansion Act
Sponsors - Rep. Wu (D) OR and eight others
Last Day for Action
August 24, 2002 Saturday
Purpose
Authorizes acquisition of additional land for inclusion in the Fort Clatsop National
Memorial, Oregon, and expands the Memorial to include the additional land.
Agency Recommendations
Office of Management and Budget
Approval
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Approval
Department of Justice
No objection (Informally)
Council on Environmental Quality
No comment (Informally)
Discussion
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, in the State of Oregon, was established in 1958 to
preserve the lands associated with the 1805-1806 winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition at Fort Clatsop. Plans for the site included a trail leading from the Fort to the Pacific
coast where Expedition members made salt for their trip back east. The current 130-acre
statutory limit on the size of the Memorial, however, has prevented the implementation of these
plans and the acquisition of additional land surrounding the trail and the Fort to protect their
natural setting.
H.R. 2643 would expand the existing Memorial boundary to include the land depicted on
a specified map, and limit the expanded Memorial to 1,500 acres. According to remarks made
on the House floor by the sponsor of H.R. 2643, "[t]he expansion would permit the National
Memorial to reach the ocean and to accommodate the expected 1 million visitors for the
bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition."
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Except for approximately 300 acres of timberland owned by Willamette Industries, DOI
may acquire the land depicted on the specified map only by donation or purchase from willing
sellers. The Willamette acreage may be acquired by condemnation; and if acquired, DOI is to
enter into a memorandum of understanding with Willamette regarding the manner in which the
land would be managed. DOI has advised that Willamette suggested the inclusion of its acreage
in the Memorial in order to protect the viewshed from Willamette's timber operations. DOI and
Willamette have agreed that the land should be acquired by condemnation, because Willamette
does not have clear title.
Finally, H.R. 2643 would require DOI to study three specified areas in the State of
Washington, across the Columbia River from Fort Clatsop, in order to determine their suitability,
feasibility, and national significance for inclusion in the National Park System.
Conclusion and Recommendations
In its views letter, DOI recommends approval of H.R. 2643, advising that the legislation
"enjoys broad, bipartisan support at all levels, including local and state bicentennial planning
committees in Oregon and Washington, Clatsop County, the Chinook Tribe, and the National
Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Department notes that "the Fort Clatsop
Historical Association has already purchased some of the lands associated with this legislation
and will donate them to the park after the boundary has been adjusted."
We join DOI in recommending your approval of H.R. 2643, which passed the House by a
vote of 331-18 and the Senate by unanimous consent.
Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr.
Director
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