Interior Department Meeting Summaries

A collection of email correspondence detailing meetings and discussions among officials regarding various environmental and administrative topics.

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The email discusses a scheduling issue for a conference call regarding the Skookumchuck NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) check-in, involving participants from the Department of the Interior and external consultants. 2018 1
The email from Riaz Mohammed seeks to recall a previous message regarding electric transmission projects, involving recipients from the Department of the Interior and the Edison Electric Institute. 2018 1
The email correspondence involves Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, coordinating a meeting regarding project updates and timelines related to the Skookumchuck project, while also mentioning the unavailability of Deputy Secretary Bernhardt during the week of October 7. 2018 10
The email correspondence between Theresa Carroll of RES Group and Aurelia Skipwith of the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting to update Deputy Secretary Bernhardt on the Skookumchuck Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) following delays in the public comment period. 2018 6
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of Interior, is coordinating a phone call with John M. Anderson, a Senior Policy Advisor at Nossaman LLP, for August 21, 2018. 2018 2
The email correspondence between Steven P. Quarles of Nossaman LLP and Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, discusses the urgent need for a permit related to Indiana bat fall migration to avoid substantial cuts in power production. 2018 2
The email exchange between John M. Anderson, a Senior Policy Advisor at Nossaman LLP, and Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, discusses scheduling a call to review the process for advancing the American Burying Beetle Habitat Conservation Plan/Environmental Impact Statement following the issuance of guidance for S.O. 3355 2018 3
The email from Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, discusses follow-up actions regarding a briefing on the Mojave population of desert tortoises and includes coordination with colleagues after a meeting with QuadState Local Governments Authority. 2018 3
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of Interior, confirms a meeting with Ryan Yates from the American Farm Bureau Federation to discuss a photograph and catch up. 2018 1
The email from Rob Gordon to Aurelia Skipwith discusses the availability of a Heritage Foundation report on the implementation of the Endangered Species Act. 2018 1
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of Interior, confirms a meeting with a group led by Dave Ramey and requests details about the meeting location and attendee names for security purposes. 2018 2
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, expresses her pleasure in meeting Michael Fouraker from the Fort Worth Zoo and looks forward to collaborating on elephant reintroduction projects and necessary permits. 2018 1
The document details a scheduled lunch meeting between Scott Cameron, Acting Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget at the Department of the Interior, and Art from Potomac Forum, set for March 9, 2018, at the Exchange on G in Washington, D.C. 2018 13
Aurelia Skipwith from the U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating the Secretary's schedule for a February 12th event and is seeking to discuss details with Mary Ellen Sprenkel. 2018 1
The Department of the Interior is inviting participants to an external meeting regarding the Timbisha Shoshone tribe in California, scheduled for April 4, 2018, from 11 AM to 12 PM EDT. 2018 1
The email from Scott Cameron, Acting Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget at the Department of the Interior, discusses the final meeting minutes regarding invasive mussels at Lake Mead and mentions an upcoming letter to the Western Governors Association and a forthcoming update on related initiatives. 2018 2
The Department of the Interior is hosting a meeting on March 14, 2018, to discuss the implications of the draft revised Bulletin 38 on the analysis and nomination of Traditional Cultural Landscapes, involving various State Historic Preservation Officers. 2018 2
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, communicates about a recommendation submission and a rescheduled meeting regarding the Skookumchuck project. 2018 2
The email from Tanner Beymer invites Deputy Director Greg Sheehan of the Fish and Wildlife Service to visit Oregon to assess the impact of wolf depredation on livestock producers, highlighting a significant issue with over sixty reports in 2017. 2018 1
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating with contractors to draft a Preliminary Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Skookumchuck project, aiming for completion in 8-10 weeks after contractor selection, which is currently in progress. 2018 5
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding the timeline and details for the development of a Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) for the Skookumchuck Wind Farm project, following a recent submission and upcoming meetings. 2018 5
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of Interior, communicated with attorney L. Michael Bogert regarding a recommendation submitted to Mr. Ben Cassidy, confirming its timely submission before a deadline. 2018 2
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, is coordinating a phone call with John M. Anderson to discuss the topic of Skookumchuk. 2018 2
The email from Quin Shea to Aurelia Skipwith at the Department of the Interior discusses a follow-up meeting and requests a summary of their earlier discussion. 2018 1
The email exchange between Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, and John M. Anderson, Senior Policy Advisor at Nossaman LLP, confirms that a project related to transmission line interconnection and access roads is entirely located on private land, with no elements on federal or public lands. 2018 2
The email from John M. Anderson to Aurelia Skipwith confirms that the Skookumchuck project, including its transmission line interconnection and access roads, is entirely located on private land and does not involve federal or public lands, as discussed within the U.S. Department of the Interior. 2018 1
The email from Phil Selleck of the National Park Trust expresses gratitude to attendees of a meeting and shares a summary about the National Park Trust and its 2016 annual report, while inviting further questions. 2018 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Aurelia Skipwith is coordinating a follow-up call regarding the Skookumchuck project with John M. Anderson from Nossaman LLP and other stakeholders to discuss availability for a meeting. 2018 10
The email from Ethan Lane of the Public Lands Council discusses the increasing impacts of wolf predation on Oregon ranchers and suggests a conversation between the Oregon Cattlemen's Association and the Department of the Interior regarding federal delisting efforts and management issues. 2018 16
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, confirms her availability for a conference call regarding TDX Village Corporation scheduled for Thursday at 1:30-2:00 PM. 2018 6
The email correspondence involves the Department of the Interior's Aurelia Skipwith coordinating a conference call with Ron Philemonoff and C.J. Zane from BLANKROME Government Relations LLC regarding a meeting request for TDX Village Corporation. 2018 4
The email from Sloane S. Carlough congratulates Aurelia Skipwith on her nomination, likely related to a position within the Department of the Interior. 2018 1
The email exchange between Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, and Ann Navaro congratulates Skipwith on her nomination and expresses a desire to meet for coffee. 2018 2
Aurelia Skipwith from the U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting regarding project updates with Theresa Carroll and others, while also addressing timelines and NEPA concerns. 2018 7
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Deputy Assistant Secretary Aurelia Skipwith acknowledges receipt of a draft Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) from Theresa Carroll, which is set to be published alongside a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for public comments by September 17. 2018 6
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of Interior, is communicating with Steven Quarles regarding the urgent need for a permit related to Indiana bat migration to avoid significant reductions in power production. 2018 3
The email exchange between Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, and John M. Anderson, Senior Policy Advisor at Nossaman LLP, discusses the status of the ABB HCP EIS, with Skipwith indicating she would have more information by the following Wednesday. 2018 1
The email correspondence between John M. Anderson of Nossaman LLP and Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, discusses scheduling a meeting to review the process for advancing the American Burying Beetle Habitat Conservation Plan/Environmental Impact Statement following the issuance of guidance for S.O. 3355. 2018 2
The email exchange between John M. Anderson, a Senior Policy Advisor at Nossaman LLP, and Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, discusses scheduling a meeting to review the process for advancing the American Burying Beetle Habitat Conservation Plan/Environmental Impact Statement following the issuance of guidance for S.O. 3355 2018 2
The email correspondence between John M. Anderson, a Senior Policy Advisor at Nossaman LLP, and Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, discusses the process for advancing the review of the American Burying Beetle Habitat Conservation Plan/Environmental Impact Statement following the issuance of guidance for S.O. 3355. 2018 2
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, confirms a meeting to discuss the review process for the American Burying Beetle Habitat Conservation Plan/Environmental Impact Statement following the issuance of guidance for S.O. 3355. 2018 2
The document is an email from the QuadState Local Governments Authority to Aurelia Skipwith of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, discussing the monitoring of the Mojave population of the desert tortoise and providing backup documents related to a briefing on the subject from an April 18 meeting. 2018 2
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, confirms a meeting with Ryan Yates from the American Farm Bureau Federation to discuss a photograph and catch up. 2018 2
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, expresses a desire to connect with Ariel Wiegard from Syngenta in the new year following a recent meeting. 2018 2
The email correspondence involves Dave Ramey coordinating a meeting with Aurelia Skipwith from the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding an upcoming HCP meeting, confirming attendees and requesting room details. 2018 2
The email from Brooke Wahlberg of Nossaman LLP to Aurelia Skipwith of the Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting on January 24 to discuss Avangrid Renewables, confirming attendees and coordinating calendar details. 2018 2
The email from Brooke Wahlberg of Nossaman LLP to Aurelia Skipwith at the Department of the Interior confirms a meeting scheduled for January 24 to discuss matters related to Avangrid Renewables, with specific attendees listed. 2018 1
The email from Ariel Wiegard, a Federal Government Relations Manager at Syngenta, expresses a desire to connect with Aurelia Skipwith from the Department of the Interior in the new year following a recent meeting. 2018 1
The email from Lindell Marsh invites Aurelia Skipwith of the Department of the Interior to participate in a dialogue session on January 18, 2018, focused on collaboration, funding, and financing for landscape-level habitat conservation in anticipation of development. 2018 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating a conference call regarding the St. Paul Island Bird Cliffs, originally scheduled for January 25, 2018, from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM EST, with participants including Aurelia Skipwith and Steve Delehanty. 2018 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, Aurelia Skipwith, is coordinating a follow-up call regarding the Skookumchuck project with RES America and other DOI officials. 2018 2
The email correspondence involves officials from the U.S. Department of the Interior coordinating a lunch meeting on April 12, 2018, with Kate, Leila, and Jim, discussing logistics and location. 2018 8
The email from Katharine MacGregor of the Department of the Interior discusses coordinating a banquet schedule with Cory Kief of Crosby Tugs, indicating that the Secretary's scheduler is working on it. 2018 4
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Department of the Interior coordinating a scheduling matter for a meeting with Scott, with Jason Larrabee and Leila Getto discussing availability and looping in Mitch Butler for assistance. 2018 3
The email correspondence involves ConocoPhillips' Josette George confirming Ryan Lance's attendance at a dinner with Secretary Ryan Zinke, scheduled for March 5, 2018, and coordinating details with IHS Markit and the Department of the Interior. 2018 2
The email from Karen C. Bennett discusses preparations for a meeting regarding NHPA Bulletin 38, including background information and comments related to the Chuitna proposal, intended for Aurelia Skipwith at the Department of the Interior. 2018 9
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Deputy Assistant Secretary Aurelia Skipwith facilitated a meeting request for the Society for American Archaeology to meet with Dan Smith, coordinating with Janice DeSordi and Sloane Skinner from Clark Hill plc. 2018 1
The email from John M. Anderson, a Senior Policy Advisor at Nossaman LLP, thanks DOI officials for organizing a call regarding the Skookumchuck topic and offers to address any questions in the following weeks. 2018 1
The email correspondence involves Aurelia Skipwith from the U.S. Department of the Interior declining an invitation to participate in a January 18, 2018 dialogue session on landscape-level habitat conservation organized by the Center for Collaboration-in-Governance and the Environmental Law Institute. 2018 3
The email correspondence between Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, and Michael Rossetti discusses the ongoing review by the Solicitors regarding the Memorial Foundation. 2018 4
Leila Sepehri Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior confirms receipt of a travel meeting request for Secretary Zinke's upcoming visit to Arizona, including a potential visit to the Kayenta Mine. 2018 12
The email from Edward McDonnell, Deputy Designated Agency Ethics Official at the U.S. Department of the Interior, inquires about the expected attendance of board members at an event hosted by Secretary Zinke for sportsmen. 2018 25
The email from Edward McDonnell, Deputy Designated Agency Ethics Official at the U.S. Department of the Interior, discusses an urgent request for information regarding Secretary Zinke's invitation to a sportsmen's event and mentions efforts to contact a colleague for a response. 2018 3
The email from Edward McDonnell of the DOI Ethics Office requests information to assess whether Secretary Zinke and his wife can accept a free invitation to the Sportsmen's Late Night event, including details about the event's sponsorship, fundraising status, and attendee demographics. 2018 7
The U.S. Department of the Interior confirmed a meeting with Peabody Energy for January 11th at 11am, with arrangements for their entry and escort to the meeting room. 2018 8
The Bureau of Land Management is reviewing comments on the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area Draft Resource Management Plan, which includes alternatives affecting hunting access, with a preference for opening more land to hunting. 2018 6
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Leila Getto confirms Secretary Zinke's acceptance to speak at a meeting organized by Americans for Tax Reform, proposing either November 7th or 28th as potential dates. 2018 5
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Deputy Director of Scheduling, Leila Getto, is coordinating a lunch meeting with colleagues for April 12, 2018, following up on discussions from CERAWeek. 2018 7
The email correspondence from Scott Mason of Holland & Knight to Leila Getto at the Department of the Interior discusses a travel request for Secretary Zinke to visit the Kayenta Mine in Arizona during his upcoming trip for a speaking engagement. 2018 13
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Department of the Interior coordinating logistics for Secretary Zinke's attendance at the Speaker's St. Patrick's Day Reception, including confirming the cost per attendee and expected guest demographics. 2018 2
The email correspondence involves Josette M. George confirming Ryan Lance's attendance at a dinner with Secretary Ryan Zinke, organized by the U.S. Department of the Interior, on March 5, 2018. 2018 2
The email correspondence between Leila Getto of the U.S. Department of the Interior and Carly Conley discusses scheduling details for Secretary Ryan Zinke's speaking engagement at the CPAC event, confirming the time and agenda adjustments. 2018 9
The email correspondence involves Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior coordinating with Daniel Schneider regarding the Secretary's participation in the CPAC event and clarifying the appropriate title to use for the Secretary in the agenda. 2018 7
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Deputy Director of Scheduling, Leila Sepehri Getto, informed Glenn Olson that Secretary Ryan Zinke is unable to attend the annual Theodore Roosevelt Island Bird Walk on May 9, 2018, due to prior commitments. 2018 1
The email correspondence between Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior and Carla Byrd discusses the attendance and schedule of Secretary Zinke and other officials at an upcoming event, confirming that Zinke will arrive at 8am and addressing the need for a press RSVP list and a live webcast link. 2018 7
Matt Schlapp communicates with Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding a Christmas party invitation for Secretary Zinke and mentions a request for a meeting on another topic. 2018 1
The email from Leila Getto of the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses coordinating a phone conversation between Secretary Zinke's speechwriter, Eli Nachmany, and Stephen Eule from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to assist in drafting a forward for the upcoming US Index using Zinke's energy dominance speeches as a template. 2018 2
The email from Michael K. Henry to Leila Getto of the Department of the Interior requests a meeting for Secretary of the Interior with Shell Oil's President Bruce Culpepper on September 26 to discuss the transition of leadership and express gratitude for the Secretary's support. 2018 1
Scott Cameron, Acting Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget at the Department of the Interior, informs Randy Benn that they need to reschedule their meeting due to traffic delays caused by accidents. 2018 5
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, communicates her inability to meet in person regarding a project permitting issue for a transmission line in Oklahoma that requires ESA take coverage for the American Burying Beetle, but offers to discuss it over the phone. 2018 2
The email from Scott Cameron, Acting Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget at the Department of the Interior, expresses approval of a private land brief provided by Amos Eno and indicates plans to address it during FY20 planning. 2018 1
The email from Katharine MacGregor of the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses a meeting request for Secretary of the Interior to meet with Bruce Culpepper, President of Shell Oil, on September 26 to thank him and discuss the transition of leadership within the company. 2018 2
The email correspondence between Megan Goltz from the South Dakota state government and Timothy Williams from the Department of the Interior discusses the coordination of a conference call between Secretary Zinke and Governor-elect Noem, including details about the call-in number and topics of discussion. 2018 3
Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior informs recipients that she will be out of the office until August 20, 2018, and provides alternative contacts for meeting requests and other inquiries. 2018 1
Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior is requesting assistance from the Western Governors' Association to correct a hotel room bill that does not comply with strict room rate rules. 2018 10
Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating with Rachel Shupe of the Western Governors' Association to resolve a billing discrepancy for a hotel room charged to the Secretary, which was higher than the agreed per diem rate. 2018 27
The email correspondence between Rachel Shupe of the Western Governors' Association and Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses a discrepancy in hotel charges for a Secretary's suite, with Shupe reaching out to the hotel to resolve the issue. 2018 12
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting request with Assistant Secretary Balash regarding the Methow Headwaters, with proposed times for June 18-20, 2018. 2018 24
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting for Assistant Secretary Balash to discuss the Methow Headwaters mineral withdrawal request with stakeholders on June 20, 2018. 2018 3
The email from Leila Getto of the U.S. Department of the Interior requests the location for an event on July 11th where Secretary Zinke is invited as a featured guest. 2018 2
Holly Lane from the U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating guest details for Secretary Zinke's attendance as Guest of Honor at the Marine Corps parade on June 12th. 2018 1
The email correspondence between Leila Getto of the U.S. Department of the Interior and Larry Keane discusses a meeting request for Frank Larkin, highlighting the Secretary's anticipated enjoyment of speaking with him. 2018 8
The email from Larry Keane of the National Shooting Sports Foundation to Leila Getto at the Department of the Interior is a request for a meeting regarding Frank Larkin. 2018 8
Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating with Toni Vigil regarding the agenda and participant list for the Western Governors' Association Annual Meeting scheduled for June 25-27, 2018, in Rapid City, South Dakota. 2018 5
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Department of the Interior discussing arrangements for a fishing trip on the John Day River for the Secretary, with scheduling details being coordinated among various parties. 2018 4
The Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting to discuss the Western Governors Association Annual meeting, with attendees including Todd Wynn and others. 2018 1
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Deputy Director of Scheduling, Leila Sepehri Getto, communicates with the Steamboat Institute regarding edits to an invitation for the 10th Annual Freedom Conference featuring Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke, including changes to his title and the removal of a photo opportunity for sponsors. 2018 5
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Department of the Interior coordinating a time-sensitive call between Leader Charles Schumer and the Secretary, with scheduling challenges noted by Nicholas Davis. 2018 7
Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating a lunch meeting with Kate's assistant and offering to arrange parking for Jim. 2018 1
The email correspondence between officials from the Department of the Interior and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation discusses hotel arrangements for a visit to Avery Island, with Nancy Olkewicz advising Holly Lane to book rooms directly at the Hampton Inn for $88 per night. 2018 9