The Victor Atiyeh Papers contain materials from his business, political, and personal activities, dating from 1923-2012, as well as collected materials and family papers predating the primary body of the collection. The bulk of the materials pertain to his campaigns for and his service in political office, particularly his two terms as Governor of Oregon, 1979-1987, and to the international consulting business he established after leaving office in 1987. Collection materials include appointment books, audio cassettes, awards, budgets, campaign materials, certificates, correspondence, directories, memoranda, memorabilia, notes, photographs, poll results, posters, press clippings, publications, receipts, reports, schedules, scrapbooks, speeches, and video tapes.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on March 13, 1985. This memo addresses rumors about Gov. Atiyeh challenging Senator Packwood. Such rumors have made Packwood's staff in D.C. and in Portland, including Elaine Franklin, place extra attention on the Governor's office and workers. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson on February 8, 1985. This memo addresses topics including: Jane Huston's authority over telecommunication systems; late March action for bids and processing committee review; and cutting all agency budgets and setting another fund within the 'E. Board.' Attached is another memo with handwritten notes dated February 5 to Gov. Atiyeh about the agency budget cuts. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on January 30, 1985. In this memo Jim Conroy, superintendent from Klamath County, is expressing concern of a potential school teachers' strike. Issues include salaries, medical benefits, and funding that is linked to the Governor's tax rate freeze. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on January 30, 1985. Topics addressed in this memo include: eliminating higher education towards sales tax revenue; Revenue Committee member meetings with Gov. Atiyeh in regard to the bill; and the effects from public education and tech industry on the income tax relief. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson on January 7, 1985 to Jeff Lewis. Topics addressed in this memo include scheduling organized monthly field trips at the local, county, and state level that are to be preceded by itinerary/contracts and full briefing. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on November 14, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: the Institute of Real Estate and Management on empty Vets Home; the Ballot Measure 2 on retirement; Major Lambkin retirement as diversion for Rajneesh events; and the Oregon State Police (OSP) handling Rajneesh situations. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on October 22, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: well situations with the Department of Human Services Department (DHR), the city council, and General Services; a letter to Senator Timms; the Dalles projected to be Rajneesh territory with hearings conducted in the National Guard Army; and conducting thank you's to people from the Salvation Army center. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on October 16, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: Powder River slide projected damage; Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Corps of Engineers helping citizens in Richland with blockage; Marijuana patch on BLM land; and the 41st infantry brigade. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A letter by Gerry Thompson to Secretary Margaret M Heckler, Department of Health and Human Services, on September 21, 1984. This is a letter of disappointment regarding the missed meeting with Leo Hegstrom, director of the Department of Human Resources, and his proposal on September 18, 1984. Attached is a report on the computations of a nursing home waiver cost effectiveness that requests Heckler to review the report. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on September 25, 1984. This memo addresses a private meeting that was scheduled with Secretary Margaret Heckler and Leo Hegstrom, Director of the Department of Human Resources, but did not take place due to Heckler's secretive visit to OMA headquarters. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Larry Warner, Agricultural Development, reporting to Governor Atiyeh on September 27, 1984. Topics include a Taiwanese Procurement Team hosted by the US Wheat Associates, Oregon Wheat Commission, and Agricultural Development Division. A handwritten note also mentions purchase of logs in Medford. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo by Fred Hansen, director of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, reporting to Governor Atiyeh on September 27, 1984. Topics reported in this memo include lash burning smoke problems in Eugene, and other general information covering meteorological factors and dry weather concerns. Attached is a field burning summary on the smoke concentration from residential wood heating in Salem, Corvallis, Lebanon, and Sweet Home. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on September 28, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: Trade and Economic Development committee on Ballot Measure 2; Coquille River and St. John's fill water concern; Trojan incidents affecting Multnomah County; gypsy moth quarantine and meeting with all western states. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A report memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on events that occurred from September 7, 1984 through September 25, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: Art Riedel and KRI Construction Company on ARCO project; Taiwan procurement mission; 1985 Boy Scouts of America Anniversary; Department of Energy leak at Trojan; Gypsy moth quarantine and the California Department of Agriculture; AOI convention on economic development panel; timber relief bill; Ballot Measure 2 panel; and Rajneesh protocol. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson on events that occurred from September 7, 1984 through September 26, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: Quarantine due to apple maggot and gypsy moth issue; EPA and EDC actions in Medford area; Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation; Winchester Dam contract; Equity in the '80's; 'Siletz Zoo' at Portland Zoo; LCDC road problems and Port of Entry; waiver for nursing homes; arrests for murder increase; League of Oregon Cities; Association of Oregon Counties; PERS; Northern Telecom; OSP plane over Rajneeshpuram; Canadian currency; and the Oregon Vets Association. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on August 31, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: Northwest Natural Gas; East Multnomah County sewer plan; EPA wood smoke contributor to cancer; 'Plague of Plastics' publication; Housing and Urban Development (HUD) meeting on Eagle Pitcher; apple maggot and gypsy moth problems. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on August 30, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: Anti Son of Three Press Conference; Parole Board; Stephen Spielberg movie in Astoria Warner Bros.; Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (LCDC) community of Tangent proposal; and the timber industry. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Bob Oliver, Legal Counsel, reporting to Gerry Thompson on August 27, 1984. This memo is in response to Gerry Thompson informing her that the Bomb Committee has been organized with a first meeting set for August 30, 1984. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on August 28, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: concern from Jane Huston; State Police; Revenue and Veterans building; and advised input from Bob Oliver and John William. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Denny Miles, Press Secretary, on August 14, 1984. This memo includes confirmation of a private meeting with Robert C. McFarlane, Assistant to the President and head of the National Security Council, on August 22, 1984. Upon Gov. Atiyeh's arrival to Oregon after the meeting, CIA is requesting a debrief session as McFarlane has direct contact with foreign affairs. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson on August 14, 1984 reporting to Denny Miles, Press Secretary. This memo includes confirmation that Gov. Atiyeh is the floor leader for the Republican National Convention (RNC) along with instructions for his role. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh, Denny Miles, and Lon Holbrook on July 17, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include a 'Republican Governors' Campaign Report for Reagan-Bush' speech request by the Republican National Convention (RNC) held on August 21, 1984. Memo also includes security, staff, housing, and transportation information. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A memo with subject title 'Far East Trip' prepared by Gerry Thompson reporting to Governor Atiyeh on July 6, 1984. Topics addressed in this memo include: September 4 - September 26 Itinerary for Japan/China trip; Sister-state agreement with Fujian Province; and People's Republic of China (PRC) negotiations in media coverage with Oregon stations: KGW-TV, KOIN-TV, KEZI, KEX. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
A letter from Mayor Lou Hannum to Governor Atiyeh on May 14, 1984 in response to Gov. Atiyeh's CO plan for the Medford area to EPA. The City of Medford is requesting assistance to fund a diversion of State Route #99 from Central to Front that complies with State DEQ and I&M Program requirements in either rerouting or speeding traffic flow on State Route #99. This is one document from a binder containing selected daily reports to the Governor, which was compiled by Gerry Thompson.
