John Chenoweth: “Mr. Speaker, H.R. 1439 introduced by the gentleman from California [Mr. Doolittle] of the committee authorizes the…”

“Mr. Speaker, H.R. 1439 introduced by the gentleman from California [Mr. Doolittle] of the committee authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to sell 35 acres in the Tahoe National Forest to Placer County, CA, for the purpose of creating a community park in Squaw Valley. The site is located at the southwest and northwest corners of Squaw Valley Road and Highway 89. Now this area stands out as the only feasible location to accommodate the various interests. Placer County believes that this legislation is needed to streamline the acquisition process and thus save thousands of dollars for the county and for the Forest Service. There is substantial support for the park and the community, and the Placer County Parks Commission has allocated over $250,000 for acquisition and development of this park. Currently there are no public parks in Squaw Valley, and the nearest park facilities are located in Tahoe City, which is approximately 10 miles away. Mr. Speaker, I urge the passage of this legislation.”