Portland District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Commander Col. Mike Helton (far right) and Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Chrissy Curran (middle) shake hands after signing a programmatic agreement May 31 at the Corps’ Foster Dam. The 10-year document, which the Corps developed through groundbreaking consultation with tribal nations, partner agencies, and local heritage-focused organizations, will enhance the protection of historic and cultural resources across the Willamette Valley while carrying out critical Corps projects.