A December 2, 1982 Statesman Journal newspaper clipping from Salem, Oregon, with the headline "Atiyeh seeking 25 pct. tax boost." The article discusses Governor Victor Atiyeh's proposed tax package and budget plan, including proposed changes to income taxes, property taxes, corporate taxes, and state spending. The clipping includes a large photograph of Atiyeh speaking in front of the Oregon state seal.
A three-page March 1983 biographical information sheet from the Office of the Governor for Governor Vic Atiyeh. The document includes pronunciation guidance for Atiyeh's name and notes from the Governor's Communications Office on using the biography for speech introductions. The biography discusses Atiyeh's 1982 re-election, travel across Oregon, press conferences and open houses, legislative experience, environmental legislation, business background, state and national leadership roles, political campaigns, awards, volunteer work, and family.
A one-page briefing sheet for Governor Victor Atiyeh titled "Election Wrapup, in brief," prepared for an Oregon Republican Women appearance on November 9, 1982. The document summarizes national and Oregon election results, Oregon congressional races, Washington state races, ballot measures, and commentary on the meaning of the election. A handwritten note reading "Denny" appears at the top of the page.
A four-page set of talking points by Gerry Thompson for an AAUP panel discussion titled "Higher Education & the Coming Legislative Session," held December 4, 1982 in Eugene. Thompson was Oregon Governor Vic Atiyeh's Chief of Staff. The talking points discuss Governor Atiyeh's budget recommendations for higher education, including general fund support, tuition, faculty salaries, libraries, building repairs, high-technology programs, and the relationship between higher education and economic development.
A nine-page set of talking points by Gerry Thompson for a panel presentation at the Oregon School Boards Association and Association of School Business Officials meeting in Portland on November 6, 1982. Thompson was Oregon Governor Vic Atiyeh's Chief of Staff. The presentation is titled "Legislative Trends & Implications Affecting Employee Benefits." Topics include state employee benefits, salary levels, personnel and management reforms, salary compression, bonus pay, quality circles, the Employee Suggestion Awards program, comparable worth, health insurance cost containment, catastrophic illness coverage, benefit caps, wellness programs, and productivity.
A one-page November 19, 1982 briefing sheet for Governor Atiyeh regarding a luncheon speech for the Association of Oregon Counties. The document summarizes remarks by Russell Sadler at an earlier session, including comments on Atiyeh's proposed tax plan, the future of Oregon counties, regional government issues, tax reform, and land use planning. A handwritten note reading "Denny" (possible referring to staffer Denny Miles) appears at the top of the page.
A twelve-page prepared text of a speech by Governor Vic Atiyeh for the Association of Oregon Counties 77th Annual Conference at the Valley River Inn in Eugene on November 19, 1982. The speech discusses Atiyeh's recent re-election, county government, tax reform, property tax limitation, land use planning, forestry, fish enhancement, anti-crime proposals, higher education, economic development, local government, and the state's budget and revenue situation.
A one-page information sheet for Governor Atiyeh regarding the funeral ceremony for Warm Springs Chief Amos Simtustus on November 18, 1982. The document discusses Simtustus's death, his role in the Warm Springs community, his public service and religious significance, the expected form of the funeral ceremony, and the Governor's role in attending and saying a few words.
A thirteen-page prepared text of a speech by Governor Vic Atiyeh for the State Management Association annual meeting at the Salem Holiday Inn on November 19, 1982. The speech discusses state management, public service, Atiyeh's recent re-election, budget and revenue issues, tax reform, land use planning, forestry, fish enhancement, anti-crime proposals, higher education, economic development, employee recognition, comparable worth, salary study, quality circles, and the role of state managers in Oregon government.
A five-page prepared text of remarks by Dolores Atiyeh for the Oregon Federation of Republican Women in Albany, Oregon, on December 9, 1982. The remarks thank Republican women for their work during Governor Atiyeh's re-election campaign and discuss maintaining campaign momentum, preparing files for future elections, recruiting Republican candidates, appreciating volunteers, and continuing party work after an election year.
A five-page prepared text of Governor Victor Atiyeh's budget remarks to the Republican Caucus at the Valley River Inn in Eugene on December 11, 1982. The remarks discuss the budget process, agency budget requests, revenue estimates, proposed reductions, public safety, economic development, higher education, tax reform, property tax limitation, the Homeowner and Renter Refund Program, and the Governor's proposed tax and revenue package.
A five-page article by Governor Vic Atiyeh titled "Oregon's Budget: An Action Plan for a Brighter Future." The article discusses Atiyeh's budget recommendations for the 1983-1985 biennium, the state budget process, anticipated General Fund revenues and needs, proposed spending reductions, tax reform, property tax relief, the proposed net receipts tax, and the Governor's broader revenue package.
A ten-page prepared text of a speech by Governor Vic Atiyeh for the gazebo dedication at Willson Park in Salem, Oregon, on December 13, 1982. The speech discusses the Capitol Grounds Donation Program, volunteer efforts to improve the State Capitol grounds, donations of plants and materials, garden clubs, the Willamette Christmas Association, the Oregon State Corrections Division, and the reconstruction of a gazebo near the site of an earlier Capitol grounds gazebo.
A five-page prepared text of remarks by Governor Vic Atiyeh for the I-205 opening luncheon at the Thunderbird Inn at Jantzen Beach on December 15, 1982. The remarks discuss the opening of the Glenn L. Jackson Memorial Bridge, the history of planning for I-205, Oregon and Washington transportation connections, economic development, construction jobs, and the role of Glenn L. Jackson in Oregon transportation planning.
A six-page set of documents regarding the death and commemoration of former Oregon Governor Tom McCall. The documents include a statement by Governor Vic Atiyeh ordering state flags lowered to half-staff, a January 12, 1983 statement by Atiyeh honoring McCall, a draft National Governors' Association resolution commemorating McCall, and typed notes on McCall's life, career, governorship, and environmental legacy. Handwritten edits and notes are visible on several pages.
An eight-page prepared text of a speech by Governor Vic Atiyeh for the 5th Annual Wilco Farmers and Growers Meeting at the Black Angus in Salem on January 13, 1983. The speech discusses the economic difficulties facing Oregon agriculture, depressed commodity prices, crop supplies, agricultural marketing, commodity commissions, international trade, specialty crops, state efforts to support agriculture, pesticide regulation, labor rules, transportation costs, and the grasshopper and Mormon cricket eradication program.
An eight-page prepared text of a speech by Governor Victor Atiyeh for the Associated Oregon Loggers Annual Convention at the Valley River Inn in Eugene on January 15, 1983. The speech discusses the timber and forest products industry, job losses during the recession, sawmill closures, lumber production, imports, state support for Oregon wood products, marketing and utilization efforts, the proposed streamlining of the Board of Forestry, forest insects and diseases, and forest products budget recommendations. Handwritten edits are visible throughout the document.
A twelve-page prepared text of remarks by Gerry Thompson for the Hillsboro Chamber Forum on January 18, 1983. The remarks discuss Oregon's budget process, Governor Atiyeh's budget philosophy, proposed spending reductions, essential state services, corrections, higher education, public safety, economic development, revenue needs, the proposed net receipts tax, property tax limitation, and property tax relief. The remarks describe the Governor's budget and revenue recommendations for the 1983-1985 biennium.
A ten-page prepared text of a speech by Governor Vic Atiyeh for the Associated General Contractors Annual Meeting construction conference luncheon on January 21, 1983. The speech discusses Oregon's construction industry during the recession, job losses, housing starts, interest rates, federal spending deficits, transportation funding, economic development, business assistance programs, state budget recommendations, agency reorganization, land use, and investment in Oregon's economy.
An article by Governor Vic Atiyeh titled "Better Times Ahead For The Construction Industry," apparently written for publication in an Oregon publication called "The Prospectus." The article discusses Oregon's construction industry during the recession, job losses, signs of economic recovery, federal spending deficits, transportation funding, economic development, business assistance programs, and state efforts to support industry. The scan also includes a March 4, 1983 letter from Patrick Crowell to Dave Olson in the Governor's Office requesting Governor Atiyeh's views on the outlook for the non-residential construction industry, for publication in The Prospectus. Highlighting and handwritten notes are visible on the letter.
A five-page prepared text of remarks by Governor Vic Atiyeh for a meeting of Oregon National Weather Service meteorologists at the Chumaree-Rodeway Inn near the Portland airport on February 2, 1983. The remarks discuss cooperation between state and federal government, the importance of weather forecasts and warnings for Oregon, fire weather services, agricultural weather services, marine advisories, flood and storm warnings, proposed federal budget cuts, and the state's reliance on National Weather Service work.
A letter by Oregon's Governor Victor Atiyeh to three state legislators (Grattan Kerans, Edward Fadeley and Tom Throop), dated March 2, 1983. The letter expresses Atiyeh's dismay at the legislature's dismissal of his "SuperHARRP Proposal," a property tax reform proposal which Atiyeh argued would bring tax relief to lower-income Oregonians. The document includes handwritten corrections.
A thirteen-page prepared text of Governor Victor Atiyeh's State of the State message to the Portland City Club at the Benson Hotel in Portland, Oregon, on January 28, 1983. The speech discusses Oregon's economic recession, state budget reductions, revenue forecasting, property tax relief, land use, economic development, public safety, forest products, higher education, and Atiyeh's legislative priorities for the 1983 Oregon Legislature.
A two-page prepared text of welcoming remarks by Governor Victor Atiyeh for the Rotary International Zone I and VII Institute at the Red Lion Inn at Jantzen Beach on January 26, 1983. Atiyeh welcomes Rotarians from Oregon and the western United States, discusses Rotary's contributions, briefly describes Oregon's public affairs, environmental leadership, land use planning, scenic attractions, and Columbia River salmon bake, and welcomes attendees to Oregon.
