    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1998, Book I)]
    [April 9, 1998]
    [Page 547]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Resignation of John R. Garamendi as Deputy Secretary of
    the Interior
    April 9, 1998

        It is with regret that I accept the resignation of John
    Garamendi as Deputy Secretary of the
    Interior.
        For almost 3 years, John has been a very important member of my
    administration and has successfully handled some of the toughest and
    most complicated issues in one of the largest and most important
    agencies in the Federal Government. From California water issues to the
    protection of Headwaters redwoods, John's ability to find common ground
    and creative solutions has been a great asset.
        I wish him the best for the future.