The U.S. Army and the Lewis & Clark
Campaign Plan
Annex A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
among the
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Forest Service
Natural Resources Conservation Service
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
Army Corps of Engineers
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Office of Intergovernmental and Interagency Affairs
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Bureau of Land Management
Bureau of Reclamation
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
National Park Service
U.S. Geological Survey
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Highway Administration
United States Coast Guard
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
INSTITUTE FOR MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES
NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES
UNITED STATES MINT
and the
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF THE LEWIS AND CLARK BICENTENNIAL
to collaborate in commemorating the
Bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
among the
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Forest Service
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
Army Corps of Engineers
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Office of Intergovernmental and Interagency Affairs
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Indian Affairs
Bureau of Land Management
Bureau of Reclamation
Fish and Wildlife Service
National Park Service
U.S. Geological Survey
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Highway Administration and the
NATIONAL LEWIS AND CLARK BICENTENNIAL COUNCIL
to collaborate in commemorating the
Bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
The expedition, led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark in the years
1804-1806. and named by them "The Corps of Discovery," conducted
one of the most ambitious and well-documented explorations of the American
West. This Expedition was a major event in the history of the United
States and helped shape the boundaries and very future of America;
American Indian Nations present a rich and powerful heritage, infusing
diverse cultures into the fabric of America, while inspiring visitors
from throughout the world;
The Lewis and Clark Expedition initiated relationships between the
United States and autonomous American Indian Nations of the West. Without
the assistance of American Indians, most notably Sacagawea, the members
of the Expedition would not have survived. The respect fostered between
American Indian Tribes and the Expedition represents an example of diplomacy
and relationships between divergent nations and cultures;
The Lewis and Clark Expedition challenged the human spirit of adventure,
embodied the importance of service to one's country, and documented
the natural resources and American Indian cultures in the American West.
The Bicentennial commemoration of their journey provides an opportunity
for Americans to look back, recognize, and appreciate the significance
of this Expedition. Lewis and Clark's spirit of discovery - their documentation
of what and whom they saw or met, their willingness to cooperate with
the American Indians they encountered, their persistence and resolute
determination to reach their final destination and return, their resourcefulness
and courage -- serve as the embodiment of the American character;
The route of Lewis and Clark from Wood River, Illinois, to the Pacific
Coast is now recognized as a National Historic Trail, established in
1978 under the authorities of the National Trails System Act. The comprehensive
management plan, completed in 1981, outlines a variety of partnership
activities involving many of the parties to this Agreement;
The Bureau of Land Management, the Forest Service, and the National
Park Service signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate in
the planning, administration, and management of all National Historic
Trails;
Efforts to commemorate the bicentennial of this remarkable feat
are already well underway by the National Lewis and Clark Bicentennial
Council and its parent organization the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage
Foundation. The council strives to commemorate that journey,
rekindle its spirit of exploration, and acclaim the contributions and
goodwill of the native peoples. In cooperation with Federal,
State, and Tribal governments, and all other interested individuals
and organizations, the council will promote educational programs, cultural
sensitivity and harmony, and to sustaining stewardship of natural and
historical resources along the route of the Expedition;
The Congress of the United States has passed Senate Resolution 57,
dated May 23, 1997, which recognizes the leadership of the Council,
established in 1993 by the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation,
in commemorating. The Bicentennial and urges all relevant governmental
agencies to participate in this commemoration.
Therefore, this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is made and entered
into by and between the Department of Agriculture: Forest Service (FS),
Department of the Army: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Department
of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Bureau of Land Management
(BLM), Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), Fish and Wildlife Service National
Park Service (NPS), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Department of Transportation:
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA); and the Department of Education
(DOE); hereinafter referred to by their initials or collectively as
agencies and the National Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Council (Council).
PURPOSE
The purpose of this MOU is to establish a general framework for cooperation
among the FS, COE, BIA, BOR, FWS, HWA, DOE, and the Council. The Agencies
and the council propose to work together in a spirit of collaboration
to commemorate the Bicentennial of Meriwether Lewis' and William Clark's
Corps of Discovery Expedition 1803-1806. The Bicentennial observance
will take place in the years 2003-2007.
The agencies and the Council desire to work together to achieve the
common goals of advancing the domestic and personal public's awareness,
understanding, and appreciation of one of the most remarkable and productive
scientific exploratory Expeditions in the history of the United States.
Through the commemoration of this landmark American history, the Agencies
and the Council will help to provide leadership for all interested parties
in commemorating the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial and renewing America's
commitment to our National Historic Trails.
This collaborative effort seeks to foster understanding and protection
of the cultural and natural resources along the trail, to encourage
economic advancement in the communities and States through which the
Expedition went, to advance the quality of life in America, and develop
a new understanding and appreciation for all of America's civilizations
and cultures. The Agencies and the Council shall cooperate with State,
Tribal, local and private entities as well as the United States Congress
as they seek to:
Promote educational and interpretive opportunities to enhance the experience
of visitors during the commemoration of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial;
Support the long-term economic viability of the States, Tribes. and
communities along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail that serve
these visitors;
Protect and, where appropriate. preserve the natural environment as
well as the cultural and historical resources that serve as the foundation
of the Lewis and Clark Expedition and the historic Bicentennial commemoration
of this important event.
AUTHORITIES
This agreement is made and entered into by authority of the National
Trails System Act of 1968; as amended, (16 U.S. Code 1241-1251); the
National Historic Preservation Act (16USC 470). the Outdoor Recreation
Coordination Act of 1963; as amended (16 U.S. Code 4601-1(f)( 1), and
Section 4 of the Flood Control Act of 1944 (16USC 4600) to carry out
the intent of Senate Resolution 57. All assistance provided under this
MOU and subsequent interagency agreements shall be in accordance with
U.S. laws and regulations. Unless otherwise provided by law, all contract
work undertaken by the parties of this MOU shall be performed in accordance
with Federal and State procurement and claims policies and procedures.
STATEMENT OF MUTUAL INTEREST AND MUTUAL BENEFITS
The goals of the Agencies signing this Agreement are compatible with
those of the Council, enabling the creation of a mutually agreed-upon
framework for carrying out this Bicentennial and its related activities.
Many of the Federal agencies party to this Agreement are responsible
for the management of Federal resources and lands and are dedicated
to the wise management of the Nations natural and cultural resources.
As such, they are responsible for increasing the public’s knowledge,
awareness, stewardship, and appreciation of these resources and their
management. The other Agencies offer a variety of programs
which can assist Lewis and Clark Bicentennial partners through education,
interpretation, technical assistance, funding, and coordination.
Enconraging responsible recreation, travel, and tourism on these lands
and in these programs is an appropriate way of increasing the public’s
knowledge, awareness, stewardship, and appreciation during the commemoration
of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial. Benefits derived from these
efforts will extend beyond the actual route of the Lewis and Clark expedition
throughout the United States and internationally.
The cooperating Agencies and the Council respect and recognize the
sovereignty of Tribal Nations and each Tribe's approach to commemorating
the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial.
The many visitors tracing the route of the historic Expedition during
the Bicentennial will be better served as the Agencies and Council work
together to accomplish mutually developed objectives. These objectives
contribute to the sustainability to the communities and Tribes along
the route of the Expedition through the protection and management of
America's public heritage, now and in the future.
THE COOPERATING AGENCIES AGREE TO:
Help one another carry out activities related to the Lewis and Clark
Bicentennial commemoration.
Unify and coordinate planning efforts at all levels for the commemoration
of the Bicentennial to ensure consistency, avoid duplication in such
activities as public education and information. resource conservation,
re-tracements and living history, and, as appropriate to each agency,
make available limited financial and technical assistance to qualifying
recipients.
Encourage and authorize interagency activities at the field level to
carry out the purposes, goals, and activities outlined in this Agreement.
Coordinate, collaborate, and prioritize projects as planned by each
agency to ensure consistency. avoid duplication and pool resources and
funding. Whenever possible, the agencies shall implement the intentions
and recommendations of the 1981 comprehensive management plan for the
Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail to leave behind a lasting legacy
for the future.
Recognize the Council as the primary coordinator of the Lewis and Clark
Bicentennial.
Share information regarding proposed plans and activities to ensure
effective use of public funds pertaining to the commemoration of the
Lewis and Clark Bicentennial, as well as work together to complete development
of separate agreements to transfer funds when appropriate between and
among the parties to this MOU.
Coordinate with external constituents and other partnership agreements
to avoid confusion and duplication of efforts.
Encourage, help organize when appropriate. and participate in community
activities that enhance the commemoration of the Bicentennial and its
potential impact to communities along the Trail.
Participate, when appropriate, in Tribal activities that enhance knowledge
about Tribes along the route of the Trail, and the pivotal role of American
Indians in the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Conduct cooperative assessments and jointly sponsor education programs
that enhance the ability of the Agencies to manage Bicentennial activities
and events in balance with stewardship responsibilities.
Promote sustainable management practices and public messages to ensure
the protection of natural, environmental, historical, and cultural resources.
THE COUNCIL AGREES TO:
Assist in the development and accurate presentation of education material
and resource assessments related to the initial commemoration.
Assist the Agencies, States, Tribes, and community organizations
in the planning of commemorative events and projects.
Assist the Agencies in their efforts to plan, develop, market,
and manage Bicentennial events and activities.
Serve as the national center for news, event listings, resource
availability and the marketing of Bicentennial activities.
Assist Agencies, States, tribes, and communities to maximize recreation,
travel, tourism, and other economic advantages with their participation
in Bicentennial activities.
STRUCTURE
The Agencies will create a headquarters based inter-agency working
group to provide oversight and coordination in close unification with
appropriate field staff, until the close of the Bicentennial activities
The Agencies and the Council will jointly establish an organizational
structure to clarify and document the flow of information, authority,
and accountability to carry out the goals and objectives of this MOU
as well as the projects, activities, and events associated with the
commemoration of the Bicentennial. This structure may be modified at
any time as necessary by mutual agreement of the cooperators to permit
the goals and objectives of this MOU.
IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED AND UNDERSTOOD BY AND AMONG THE SIGNING AGENCIES
AND THE COUNCIL THAT:
They will abide by the following partnership principles:
To promote and encourage community-based activities, but avoid involving
communities and locales that do not want to be part of this commemoration.
To honor all people by taking care to present a balanced perspective
of an event through informational services or interpertive media.
To minimize adverse impact on natural, historical, or cultural resources,
particularly American Indian sacred sites, to the limits of Agency authorities.
To strive for the highest degree of historic and factual accuracy.
They will cooperate in carrying out sustainable projects in support
of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, the communities involved,
and the Bicentennial Commemoration of the Expedition.
Agency heads or their duly authorized representatives will meet at
least twice a year, once in Washington. D.C., and once at the annual
National Lewis & Clark Bicentennial Council Planning Workshop. Cooperators
or their staff representatives will meet more frequently as events,
projects, activities, and the commemoration of the Bicentennial warrant.
Specific work projects or activities that involve the transfer of either
funds or property between the parties to this MOU will receive the
execution of separate agreements or contracts, contingent upon the availability
of funds appropriated by Congress. Each such separate agreement must
comply with all applicable statutes and regulations. including those
rules and regulations applicable to procurement activities, and must
be independently authorized by appropriate statutory authority.
This MOU in no way restricts either the Agencies or the Council from
participating in similar activities or arrangements with other public
or private agencies.
Nothing in this MOU shall obligate the cooperating agencies to expend
appropriations or to enter into any contract or other obligations.
This MOU may be modified or amended upon written request of any party
and the concurrence of the others. Cooperation in this MOU may
be terminated with 60-day written notice of any party.
Agencies may be added to this MOU with the concurrence of the current
cooperators.
Initiated under the terms stated above, this MOU will remain in full
force and in effect until December 31, 2007.
PRINCIPAL CONTACTS
To provide for consistent and effective communication between
the cooperators. each of the cooperators shall appoint a representative
to discuss and consider activities that may be pursued under
this MOU. The following persons will be the formal contacts for their
respective agencies for the purposes of this Agreement at the
time of execution.
Federal Interagency Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Team
Robbie Wilbur
Department of Defense |
Chistopher Douwes/Paul Los
Federal Highway Adminstration |
Gerald Baker
National Park Service |
Anthony Tighe
National Endowment of the Arts |
Darrell Lewis/Jean Nauss
Army Corps of Engineers
|
Margo Pedroso
Institute for Museum and Library Service |
Mollie Buckley
Bureau of Reclamation |
Richard Hunt
National Archives and Records or Adminstration |
Terry D'Addio
Natural Resources and Conservation Service |
Alfie Rosenberger
Smithsonian Institution |
Tony Fowler
Department of Education |
Patti Van Tuyl
National Endowment for the Humanities |
Michelle Dawson-Powell
Bureau of Land Management |
Bob Sachs
Environmental Protection Agency |
Kevin Kilcullen
U.S. FIsh and Wildlife Service |
Alan Blume
U.S. Coast Guard |
Kristen Nelson
USDA-Forest Service |
Christy Bidstrup
U.S. Mint |
Ed Hall
Bureau of Indian Affairs |
John LaBarge/Toni Joesph
Department of Energy |
Dale Belvins/ Mike McDermott
U.S. Geological Survey |
Michelle Bussard
Executive Director
National Council of the Lewis & Clark Bicentennial |
Sherman Fleek
National Guard Bureau |
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NATIONAL COUNCIL OF THE LEWIS AND CLARK BICENTENNIAL
SIGNATORIES:
- Thomas A. Casadevall, Director (Acting), U.S. Geological Survey
- Jamie R. Clark, Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Michael Dombeck, Chief, U.S. Forest Service
- Eluid Martinez, Commissioner, Bureau of Reclamation
- Pat Shea, Director, Bureau of Land Management
- Robert G. Stanton, Director, National Park Service
- Kenneth R. Wykie, Administrator, Federal Highways Administration
- Bill Richardson, Secretary of Energy
- Bill Ivey, Chairman National Endowment of the Arts
- Dr. William Ferris, Chairman, National Endowment for the Humanities
- Governor Christine Todd Whitma, Administrator, Environment Protection
Agency
- Admiral James Loy, Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard
- Beverly Sheppard, Acting Director, Insitute for Museum and Library
Service
- Jay W. Johnson, Director, U.S. Mint
- Pearlie Reed, Chief, Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S.
Department of Agriculture
- John W. Carlin, Archivist, U.S. National Archives and Records Administration
- Lawrence M. Small, Secretary, Smithsonian Institution
