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Masterson's new value as a Cardinal
Players to get before trade deadline
Ken Giles, RP, Philadelphia Phillies: I sure hope Jonathan Papelbon gets moved somewhere, because the last thing a last-place team needs is a really expensive, miserable closer. Giles certainly seems ready to close, and I think he'd get the nod over lefty Jake Diekman, who still gets thumped at times by right-handed hitters. Giles looks dominant. Other relief pitchers who could go from setting up today to closing tomorrow -- not necessarily young, by the way -- include Dale Thayer of the San Diego Padres, Rex Brothers of the Colorado Rockies and Bryan Morris of the Miami Marlins. As for other Phillies ready to step up into a key role should Marlon Byrd, Cliff Lee, Cole Hamels, Bake McBride or pretty much anyone else get moved, it's tough to find anyone. The organization's outfield is totally bereft of depth, thus the Grady Sizemore signing. Perhaps corner infielder Maikel Franco gets a promotion if Ryan Howard is moved. Dare to dream.
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Add Billy Burns right now
I was hooked!
And now you too can join in the fun, because Burns is on the Athletics.
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Why Josh Harrison is worth considering
This isn't meant to convince anyone that Harrison is a must-own, but it should be noted he's pretty much a regular player these days, with outfielder Starling Marte on the disabled list for a concussion and third baseman Pedro Alvarez not able to hit left-handed pitchers and finally seeing the bench because of it.
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Ten players who could soon help in saves
In the past week we've seen one established closer moved from the NL to the AL where he gets to continue closing (Huston Street), while on Wednesday another ninth-inning option stayed in the AL but saves don't appear to be close to his immediate future (Joakim Soria). This is obviously a big deal for fantasy owners. No longer do we want Soria and Joe Smith, and suddenly we do want Joaquin Benoit and Neftali Feliz. But for how long? And more trades involving relief pitchers figure to be on the horizon for the next week, with the non-waiver deadline coming on the final day of July.
Here are 10 names of players not currently earning saves that I'm looking at to potentially get saves. It could start in the next week or happen in September or perhaps not until 2015, for you dynasty- and keeper-league owners.
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Contact rate hints at fantasy value
There are multiple services that provide hard-hit data to teams, and ESPN colleague Mark Simon from the Stats & Information group keeps a careful eye on the information and regularly tweets about it. It's not information available to all, but I'm certainly paying attention, and he's sharing the goods here. Mark contributes to a variety of areas at ESPN and ESPN.com as well as our Fantasy Focus podcast (listen Friday as he co-hosts with me!), and fantasy owners should give heed. Click here for his recent list of players with the biggest increase in contact rate from last season and click here for the list of largest decliners. Pretty telling, I'd say.
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What to expect from Headley in pinstripes
Fantasy owners seem awfully excited about Chase Headley being traded from the San Diego Padres to the New York Yankees on Tuesday, as he vaulted onto the most-added list in hours. While it does free up a potentially valuable player to provide fantasy value again, let's not get too crazy here.
I was a Headley owner for the magical second half back in 2012, when Headley all of a sudden became a monster power hitter, but here's some news nobody wants to hear: Headley hasn't done so much since, and it hasn't been all due to the spacious, challenging dimensions of beautiful Petco Park. The fact that Headley knocked in the winning run Tuesday/Wednesday around midnight ET, hours after the trade and after not starting his first Yankees game, only heightens the hype.
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Red Sox hitters to buy or sell
Designated hitter David Ortiz and second baseman Dustin Pedroia are the lone Sox owned in 100 percent of leagues. Pedroia did nothing Monday, while Big Papi homered twice and knocked in four. It's hard to complain about Ortiz, on pace for 36 home runs and 111 RBIs, but Pedroia has been a major disappointment, on pace to combine for 10 home runs plus stolen bases. The third-rounder and No. 3 second baseman off the draft board isn't among the top 15 at his position on the Player Rater, and it's fair to wonder if he has become overrated and is living off his reputation. Perhaps a bruised right hand remains the main issue at the plate, but that doesn't explain him being a brutal 2-for-8 on stolen base attempts. I'd try to sell on Pedroia's name if you still can, but definitely buy a big second half on Ortiz.
It's possible the Sox demoted their best outfielder to the minor leagues over the weekend when Shane Victorino was activated off the disabled list. Yeah, I think Mookie Betts is going to be a terrific big league hitter.
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A closer look at Odrisamer Despaigne
His name is Odrisamer Despaigne, and you're forgiven if you don't know much about the Cuban right-hander that toils for the San Diego Padres. The franchise that has never had a no-hitter in its history (7,264 regular season games) came close Sunday afternoon. That's right, the Padres have a spacious ballpark and have had some pretty good pitching in their 46 seasons -- from Randy Jones to Bruce Hurst and Jake Peavy -- but San Diego has never had a pitcher toss what San Francisco Giants right-hander Tim Lincecum has done twice versus the Padres in just the past year. Despaigne, a 27-year-old defector who signed a minor-league deal in May, nearly made history in his fifth big-league start, falling four outs short.
Alas, New York Mets second baseman Daniel Murphy ruined the fun with a two-out, eighth-inning double to left center field and then spoiled Despaigne's chances at a win when he scored on a David Wright single, but let's examine this pitcher. After all, Despaigne boasts a 1.31 ERA and 0.90 WHIP after 34 1/3 innings, but that's not nearly enough to know if there's a fantasy monster lurking. My immediate take the past few weeks has been that he is not someone to invest in due to his paltry strikeout rate. Despaigne has whiffed 17 hitters in a month, so he's not helping anyone there. Good innings matter, but if he's not going to win much -- Sunday was a great example as the offensively inept Padres scored once in eight innings -- and he's not adding strikeouts, that's a problem.
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Players to stash away in keeper leagues
Myriad fantasy baseball owners already have turned their collective attention to that other sport, the one that schedules its meaningless preseason games in August and then gives us four months of intense games mainly on Sundays and Mondays. However, that doesn't mean those in baseball keeper/dynasty formats should stop paying attention to the summer sport. This is precisely the time where owners with non-contending teams should look to the future and not only sell off useful parts to teams that desire them for future value, but stash away potential keepers for their teams for next season and beyond.
Ownership numbers in ESPN standard formats can tell us only so much, and those are redraft leagues anyway. So rather than look at what's available on free agency as our guide, here are the different classes I see of occasionally forgotten keepers. I'm not saying they're all out there in your dynasty league. Perhaps everyone in your keeper league is really, really smart and none of them are. But perhaps that's not the case, too! Whether you're signing these guys as free agents or offering up an older but valuable player such as Justin Morneau or Francisco Rodriguez in trade, don't stop thinking about the future even if the present isn't much fun.
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Buy low, sell high: All-Star Game edition
MINNEAPOLIS -- The 85th All-Star Game has come and gone, and while it was clearly a night to honor and celebrate New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter in his final midseason classic, on occasion we certainly see eager fantasy owners assign altered value to their players and those they might want to acquire because of events like this. Same thing tends to happen in the playoffs with draft position the following spring. Well, let me tell you while I fully enjoyed the All-Star festivities this week, from the Futures Game to the Home Run Derby to Tuesday's game, which the AL won by a 5-3 score, I can't find fantasy implications. I just can't.
For example, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig certainly struggled, striking out in all three of his at-bats, a night after he hit nary a home run in the derby where that is exactly the goal, but that shouldn't be read into as anything analytically predictive. He's hitting .298 in July. He's capable of a big power month without warning, like May when he clubbed eight. If Puig's value is perceived to have dropped by his owner in your league, pounce and make an offer. I wouldn't worry about St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Adam Wainwright or Boston Red Sox lefty Jon Lester, the pitchers who combined to allow five runs in their respective innings of work, either. Wainwright might or might not have really grooved a pitch or two to Jeter -- I seriously doubt it -- but a lot of pitchers have trouble with Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout and Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera.
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Talking baseball with NL All-Stars
MINNEAPOLIS -- What a week it's been for Cincinnati Reds third baseman Todd Frazier! What a season, really. Let's just say few would have guessed that if the Reds were going to have an offensive breakout performer this season, that Frazier, who entered the season with a career .244 batting average along with modest power and little speed, would have been it. Frazier ranks 17th on the overall Player Rater after finishing 17th at his position last season. He's already tied his career best with 19 home runs, and surely more shocking has been the .290 batting average and 14 stolen bases.
Put simply, when compared to what the draft day investment was -- if there was one at all -- the case can easily be made he has been the fantasy MVP at the All-Star break. Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout and Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve top the Rater, but one was a top 2 pick at worst in all leagues and the other was a top 100 player all along. Frazier barely cracked the top 250. Frazier, Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley and Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier are excellent fantasy MVP candidates, considering their value based on investment.
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Talking baseball with AL All-Stars
MINNEAPOLIS -- One of my favorite players to watch this season has been Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier, in part because his excellent performance, at least to this level, was unexpected. After all, Dozier was a 20th-round selection in ESPN live drafts, and he's currently one place behind Detroit Tigers star Miguel Cabrera for the No. 25 Player Rater spot. Think about that! Way back in 2011 I saw Dozier play shortstop for Double-A New Britain (not far from ESPN studios in Bristol, Conn.) and there certainly didn't appear to be a fantasy monster lurking. Well, there clearly was!
The same Dozier who never reached double digits in home runs in a minor league season has 18 blasts at the All-Star break, and earned a position in Monday's Home Run Derby, where the hometown favorite smacked only two home runs in an early, and, to some, predictable exit. Dozier, one of the real bright spots for the Twins this season, seemed genuinely honored -- not that other fellows weren't, but still -- and humbled to be included in the same company as some of baseball's top power hitters, but when I caught up with him during a media session he attributed this "new" him to deliberate changes in approach, which clearly have been working.
"A couple of years ago I made a big adjustment to try to create more power," said Dozier, who is second to Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki in homers by a middle infielder, and since the start of June 2013 he ranks tied for 16th among all players in the statistic. Nobody ahead of him in home runs since then plays middle infield. "You have to find out what kind of hitter you are and whatever that is, and if it's power, then OK. It's been night and day for me from since New Britain, and I've learned a lot of things up here. But I would have laughed if you told me two years ago I'd be in the Derby today!"
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Projecting second-half power numbers
I asked several players at Monday's media sessions what they thought of the impossible-to-prove theory that participating in the Home Run Derby creates bad habits and ruins a swing, and got pretty much snickers in return. Colleague Jayson Stark says when he asked Giancarlo Stanton this question, the powerful Miami Marlins slugger looked at him like he was nuts.
It should be noted that we're past the halfway point of the season, so doubling anyone's home run total is a risky proposition to begin with.
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Midseason rankings reactions
Wouldn't it be nice if we could all redraft our fantasy baseball teams today, knowing what we know now? Perhaps the first-place teams would stick with what they've got, but then again, some of those ladies and gents might have used a first-round pick on Baltimore Orioles disappointment Chris Davis or a second-rounder on injured Texas Rangers first baseman Prince Fielder. It's more likely that some last-place teams chose them. Plus, you bet Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve, previously known for his stature over performance, would be held in far higher esteem today than the ninth round, and he wouldn't be alone among top-10 Player Rater surprises.
Regardless, my awesome colleague Tristan Cockcroft produces rankings every week and on occasion we discuss them on the daily Fantasy Focus 06010 podcast. Well, often it's me asking "what were you thinking!" on this player or that one, but I acknowledge the job of ranking players that often is a challenge, especially when these guys play every day. Things, important things, literally change a few hours after posting. Tristan does a terrific job and he's done so again here with the midseason rankings but, alas, there are a few things I would do differently if redrafting today.Players I'd rank a bit better
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MIFFLINBURG — October 12 marked the seventh annual Kelsey's Fall Festival. Thanks to over 400 dedicated volunteers, it was the most successful festival to date. Along with a record setting 430 quarts of apple butter, other classic favorites such as musical entertainment, adrenaline rush inflatable, hayrides, blue barrel tractor rides, Elmo and Cookie Monster characters, crafts, games, and prizes galore, the cake wheel, apple cider, and other delicious treats delighted festival goers once again. Ashburn's Animals petting zoo and the dunk tank were consistently crowded with kids ready to feed a furry friend or see a local celebrity get soaked.
The Mifflinburg VFW fairground was blessed with warm, October weather. The sun beamed down after the balloon release commemorating Kelsey's 20th birthday. This event alone made attending the festival worthwhile. Pictures truly cannot do this moment justice.
Kelsey's Dream welcomed the newest member of the team, Hopper The Cancer Crusher. If you missed the huge announcement during the festival, check out www.KelseysDream.org or visit Kelsey's Dream on Facebook for photos and stories about Hopper. Make sure to stop by Art of Living Design Studio to buy Hopper shirts for $10 and quarts of sugar free or regular apple butter for $6.


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The School Board voted Wednesday to scrap a preliminary budget that sought to eliminate or restructure the district's kindergarten and pre-K programs and raise taxes to patch a funding gap.
The unanimous vote came after the board approved notifications that it may furlough both professional and support staff in the wake of reduced state funding.
A budget must be approved within 30 days of June 13.
"It'll be a long couple months," board president Marilyn Messina said.
Messina said she doesn't support a tax increase or eliminating kindergarten education but is willing to rethink how they are run.
"I just can't do that as an educator," Messina said. "Modifications—yes. But a total cut-out, no."
Tara Reis, a board member who also opposes the program cuts, said they would save the district more than $1 million. But she's not convinced it's the best option.
"I definitely think we need to look elsewhere," Reis said.
Board members were united in their rejection of a tax increase that would raise the rate approximately .6 mills to 26.21, or $2,621 for a home valued at $100,000.
"I'm trying to get the state to recognize," said board member Robert Tomasic, "you can't rely on local taxpayers."
A certified public accountant by trade, Tomasic said the district includes many low-income households and doesn't have the revenue pool to make up for reduced state funding. It's only wealthy communities that can handle such cuts, he said.
"We're forced to educate children that there's no tax base for," he said, adding that families may have to consider rudimentary education as their responsibilities.
Amid uncertainty, the district is continuing to enroll students in kindergarten.
Assistant Superintendent Alan Johnson noted higher than average registration at and elementary schools in the past week.
"It's still an issue that's very much open for discussion," Johnson said.
Another reason board members cited for rejecting the budget was that it assumed administrative employees covered under Act 93 would agree to a pay freeze, as they did last year. But board member Collen Filiak reported that those employees want a 2-percent raise.
Such a raise set off Tomasic, who butted heads with his colleagues throughout the evening on a number of issues, some unrelated to the budget proposal. Regarding raises, Tomasic said he'd rather see money going toward classroom education.
"I don't know how people can't recognize that this country has a serious financial problem," Tomasic said. "Go out and meet with some of these people who are struggling. I can't accept it anymore."
Filiak said the administrators have a contractual right to negotiate wages. It is unclear whether they'll ask for the raise in the next proposal.
With the wrangling over finances, members decided to send a letter to state legislators urging them to provide more funding for K-12 education. But Tomasic, for one, isn't rosy about the likelihood they'll find money for schools.
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On Thursday 13 October 2011, the Department for Communities and Local Government (CLG) released a consultation entitled Neighbourhood planning regulations: Consultation. The consultation set out how the Government proposes to take up the regulation making powers in the Localism Bill for neighbourhood planning and Community Right to Build . The consultation sought views on whether the regulations proposed are workable and proportionate.
ACRE's response highlighted the need for balance between over-prescription and flexibility within the neighbourhood planning process. However ACRE also expressed concerns that a lack of definitive guidance results in communities finding the process challenging and confusing. Far from improving community cohesion, a poorly understood process could potentially increase tensions
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Whether you're planning a Valentine's trip to Spain or you just want to add a little romantic flair to your Spanish vacation, there's plenty of suggestions on this page for you to spice up your trip with your loved one.
Note that in 2013, Valentine's Day coincides with Carnival in Spain. This would make for a really fun day out with the love of your life (I've featured it below) but this might make booking accommodation a little more difficult in some cities, so book ahead.
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1. Champagne Breakfast in a Hot Air Balloon from Barcelona
If you can't stretch to the private flight, a shared experience is also available.
2. Have a Gourmet Meal on a Bus!
Sightseeing buses are everywhere and a great way to experience a new city. But for a special Valentine's treat, how about this Gourmet Dinner on a Deluxe Glass Roof Bus?
Michelin-star chef Carles Gaig will provide you with a world-class meal while you enjoy the most famous sights in Barcelona, including La Sagrada Familia and other Gaudi architecture.
If the usual guide talking over everything might ruin the romantic mood, don't worry - you are provided with an unobtrusive iPad that will tell you what you can see, for you to use as you wish.
3. Spend a Few Days by Yourselves in the Great Spanish Outdoors
Often we go away at Valentine's Day to be alone with our loved one. But unless you stay in the hotel room the whole time, you're rarely really alone.
So why not try the Camino de Santiago, the famous pilgrimage through northern Spain? Take in the beautiful Spanish countryside for a few days of uninterrupted with your Valentine.
The Camino de Santiago can take over a month, but it still 'counts' if you do just 100km, finishing in Santiago de Compostela after just four days of walking.
Read more about the Camino de Santiago
4. Indulge an Interest
If your Valentine has a particular passion you'd like to indulge, check out some of these ideas.
Are they a football fan? You could take them to the Real Madrid or Barcelona stadiums:
Or maybe they are a keen photographer? Help them take advantage of their new camera on one of these tours:
But if your loved on is a bookworm or film buff, one of these Barcelona tours would be better:
5. Learn to Cook Together
"Honey, I'm not saying you can't cook, but here's a cookery class". Maybe not the best way to approach this tour, but it can still make a great Valentine's gift for your trip to Spain.
In fact, even if your loved one is a great cook, learning to make paella in a class is a great way to master this dish. It's not difficult, but it takes a certain level of judgement that comes best when seen live. Not only that, but the paella you make in class will be better than you get in most restaurants. So even if you never make it again, you'll have a great Valentine's meal that you prepared together.
6. Share Tapas in San Sebastian
Tapas are great sharing food and the especially gourmet nature of the little morsels in San Sebastian are especially suited for going halves on - often it's just about getting a taste.
San Sebastian is a beautiful beach town (though it'll probably be too cold to sunbathe) - an excellent place to spend your Valentine's Day.
You'll probably want to fly in to Bilbao, which is also a city worth visiting (it's home to the Guggenheim museum).
Read more about San Sebastian
7. See a Flamenco Show
If you'd prefer to combine a flamenco show with dinner, make your way to a 'tablao' instead, where a meal is featured in the price of your ticket. There are tablaos in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and other cities in Andalusia.
8. A Taste of Spanish Wine
Barcelona and Malaga are the best places to go on English-language tours of food and drink. See how sherry is made, try organic wine or have a wine-tasting lesson in one of these cities:
9. Romantic Sailing Trip
Another classic Valentine's Day treat. Enjoy a private sailing excursion around the Barcelona port area, with a glass of champagne in hand!
10. Carnival
In 2013, Valentine's Day coincides with Carnival week! Carnival in Spain is one of the wildest parties in the country. It won't be so high on the romance factor, but it will be a lot of fun.
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Radio Flyer
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|Radio Steel & Manufacturing
|Chicago 1917
|Antonio Pasin
|Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Radio Flyer is an American toy company best known for their popular red toy wagon. Radio Flyer also produces scooters, tricycles, bicycles,[1] horses, and ride-ons. The company was founded in 1917 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.
Antonio Pasin started building wooden toy wagons in Chicago in 1917, selling them to area shops. His business grew until the Liberty Coaster Company, named in honour of the Statue of Liberty was formed in 1923. In 1930, the company was renamed Radio Steel & Manufacturing. The renamed company produced steel-bodied wagons and used assembly line manufacturing techniques. The new Radio Flyer wagons were named for Pasin's fascination with radio and with flight.[2] In 1933 Chicago was the host of the World's Fair, Century of Progress, and Radio Steel was asked to be a part of the celebration. Antonio Pasin took on major debt to fund the construction of a 45 foot tall wood and plaster Coaster Boy statue depicting a boy riding a Liberty Coaster wagon. Below the Coaster Boy exhibit Pasin sold miniatures for 25 cents.[3] During World War II, steel was essential war material; from 1942–1945, the company shifted production to portable five gallon Blitz cans for the US Army.[4]
In 1987, Radio Steel changed its name to Radio Flyer after its popular flagship little red wagon.[4] Today, the company produces a wide range of children's products, including scooters, bicycles, tricycles, ride-ons, horses, and wagons. Robert Pasin, Antonio's grandson, has been CEO since 1997.[3][5] In 1998 the company partnered with Kaleidoscope to create a new product line that included tricycles, scooters, children's bicycles, a foot-powered red roadster and a pedal-powered race car.[6]
The wagon[edit]
The Liberty Coaster Company began producing the wooden bodied "No. 4 Liberty Coaster" in 1923.[7] In 1927, Pasin replaced the wooden body with stamped steel, taking advantage of assembly line manufacturing techniques and earning him the nickname "Little Ford".[8] 1500 wagons a day rolled off assembly lines even during the Great Depression.[9] Since 2002, the company has produced plastic as well as metal-bodied wagons.[10]
A number of designs and styles have been produced by Radio Flyer, often inspired by the automobiles or popular culture of the day. The "Zephyr", produced in the 1930s, paid homage to the Chrysler Airflow.[9] The 1950s saw a yellow wagon inspired by the movie Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier and a blue wagon produced in partnership with Disney's Mickey Mouse Club.[11] Wagons from the 1970s borrowed the stylings of the muscle cars of the day, including the Fireball 2001 inspired by Evel Knievel.[12][13] The 1990s saw the introduction of the "Quad Shock Wagon" echoing sport utility vehicles.[12] The "Ultimate Family Wagon", introduced in 2007, includes a sunshade and an adjustable seat; the design won a Chicago Innovation Award in 2007.[10]
The Radio Flyer Wagon was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame at The Strong in Rochester, New York in 1999,[12] and its creator was inducted into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame in 2003.[14]
Other products[edit]
- The Inchworm is a wheeled ride-on toy propelled by the bouncing motion of the rider. It is styled as a Geometer caterpillar, or inchworm. It was initially produced by Hasbro in the 1970s.[citation needed]
- The Radio Flyer Tricycle features the same bright red color and graphics as the little red wagon.
- The Radio Flyer Ziggle, introduced in 2013, is a ride-on toy for kids 3 to 8 with four caster wheels and no pedals.[15] Kids propel forward by wiggling and twisting their bodies in a back and forth motion and moving the handle bars at the same time.[16][17]
In popular culture[edit]
The readily recognizable little red wagon manufactured by Radio Flyer is used in several artistic works, including film and television. A character in the 1992 drama film Radio Flyer flies to safety in a converted Radio Flyer wagon. Radio Flyer wagons appear in a store display in the 1983 film A Christmas Story. The June 24, 2013 episode of Let's Make a Deal parodied this wagon as a Zonk being offered under the name "Zonk Flyer".
The 45 foot tall Coaster Boy wood and plaster statue of a young boy and wagon was constructed by Radio Flyer for the 1933 Chicago World's Fair, Century of Progress.[3]
Riverfront Park in Spokane, Washington features a large red wagon that doubles as a playground slide. It is 12 feet (3.7 m) high and 27 feet (8.2 m) long. The interactive sculpture was sculpted by Ken Spiering and installed in 1989.[18][19]
The "World's Largest Wagon" is a sculpture commissioned by Radio Flyer in honor of their 80th anniversary. It is nine times the size of a little red wagon, and weighs 15,000 pounds (6,800 kg).[20]
- ^ "Radio Flyer Classic Red 10-Inch Bicycle with Chain Drive". Tumblon LLC. Retrieved 2012-01-16.
- ^ "The Antonio Pasin Story".
- ^ a b c Olsen, Elizabeth (July 24, 2010). "The Wagons Keep Rolling (interview with Robert Pasin)". New York Times.
- ^ a b Hallett, Anthony; Diane Hallett (1997). Entrepreneur magazine encyclopedia of entrepreneurs. John Wiley and Sons. p. 376–377. ISBN 978-0-471-17536-0.
- ^ "Entrereneur Of The Year 2009". Ernst & Young.
- ^ Annemarie Mannion (April 8, 2001). "Playing The Oldies". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved June 13, 2013.
- ^ Radio Flyer in the Beginning corporate history
- ^ Scott, Sharon M. (2010). Toys and American culture: an encyclopedia. ABC-CLIO. ISBN 978-0-313-34798-6.
- ^ a b Young, William H.; Nancy K. Young (2002). The 1930s. Greenwood Publishing Group. ISBN 978-0-313-31602-9.
- ^ a b Jackson, Cheryl V. (October 22, 2007). "Innovating on a classic: the little red wagon". Chicago Sun-Times.
- ^ Radio Flyer in the Fifties corporate history
- ^ a b c Radio Flyer Wagon inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame
- ^ Radio Flyer in the Seventies corporate history
- ^ Toy Industry Hall of Fame Inductees, 1985–2004
- ^ http://www.parents.com/fun/toys/kid-toys/boredom-buster-awards
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Meatball Pizza
2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
1 store-bought pizza dough (or from your favorite pizza shop)
1 handful flour or cornmeal
2 Tbs finely chopped fresh rosemary
coarse salt
1½ lbs ground sirloin
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 to 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
3 oz can tomato paste
½ cup grated Parmesano-Reggiano
1 handful fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
½ tsp dried oregano
¾ lb mozzarella, sliced or grated
1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Drizzle a round pizza pan or a rectangular baking sheet with olive oil. Dust the dough with flour or cornmeal then spread out the dough to form your crust. Poke the pizza dough in several places with the tines of a fork. Drizzle the dough with olive oil, then season it with the rosemary and a little salt. Bake for 10 minutes.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 2 Tablespoons of olive oil, then the meat. Brown and crumble the meat for a couple of minutes, then add onions and garlic. Season the meat with salt and pepper, then work in the tomato paste using the back of a wooden spoon. Stir in the cheese parsley and oregano.
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Dark...Booths...Quiet Conversation...help!
Hi all
First post here...Have a date on Friday night and am looking for something particular. This isnt about scene or trends..i just want a nice dimly lit, semi-quiet, booth laden place where not only is the food good, but i can have a nice conversation without screaming.
I'm westside local, but willing to go as far east as downtown, but no valley, or southerly drives.
Date prefers fish
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If you find a place like that can you let us know? (g). If you take a look at your requirements, good food, comfortable booths, flattering lighting and yet a smallish turnout so that you can have an intimate conversation - all on Friday night which tends to be one of the biggest dining out nights - it seems like a contradiction in terms.
If you want a comfy booth and nice lighting, and if you can get seated in the back of the room on the upper deck, then maybe Bandera in West L.A. would fit your criteria. It will also have some nice fish choices.
But the noise factor is still going to be something you will have to deal with. Although if you think about it maybe it will cause you and your date to have to put your heads close together and that can be nice too.
I would suggest Le Boheme in West Hollywood. It's really a unique, delicious, and romantic dining experience. Here's the Opentable link to it:
Il Cielo in Beverly Hills. Do the patio as it is very charming and quiet, and secluded in a very unique way.
while they are not booths, opus on western and wilshire has these huge armchair things that you sit in.
dinners are usually at a "relaxed pace" and it may be a good option. dim lighting. modern good food at reasonable prices... im not sure if the volume goes up on friday nights or if there is a concert at the wiltern which might bring up the energy level.
re: modernist
I was just at Opus on a date last Friday night, and while the food was great and the overall noise level was not too high, I thought that the huge armchairs and big table made it feel like I was miles away from my date -- we had trouble hearing each other, and I sort of felt restricted and isolated in my giant chair. Now, if the chair had been big enough for two, that would be a different story....
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Your on the same train of thought as I am. When I hear booths, dark lighting, & quietness, it sounds like an Old World Italian place. Peppone can turn out to be pretty expensive though. Another option, with less fish choices & $$$$, would be Guido's which has it's distractors, but I've never been disappointed after going there. If you really into getting the "right place", then why not visit either or both before trying to make a reservation for Friday. If it's this Friday, it's might be getting awfully late for Peppone. Peppone Warning - Be careful, every seat is a booth except they have one 2-top in the bar which you definetly DON'T want!
Peppone - Brentwood
Guido's - W.L.A.
11980 Santa Monica Blvd. - near Bundy and a little tricky/confusing to find
(310) 820-6649
For some reason, only the Malibu one has a website.
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I've only been to the Guido's in Malibu, and if it's the same setting in SM, then I second this option. The seating is only booth, the lighting is so dim (I had to bend backwards to read the menu from a lamp behind me last time), and the atmosphere quiet and romantic. Food-wise, it's ok, but a killer Caesar salad (all salads, actually), veal, and tiramisu.
not alot of people know about this place. it's TART attached to the Farmer's Daughter Hotel on 3rd and Fairfax. The outside patio seating is SO perfect for what you are looking for. call them and ask for a heated booth outside and you will NOT be disappointed.
when you're there order the bbq ribs or the pork tenderloin. mmmmmmmmmmmmm so good
The first place that came to mind was Tantra, an eclectic Indian place in Silverlake. Very dark lighting, very sexy and romantic with great food, too. My sister and I laughed about how it was too bad we were with each other. Read a review here:
I also tried a place on Friday that would be a great spot for a date: Yatai on Sunset, west of La Cienega. Asian tapas bar. No booths, but nice dim lighting and atmosphere. Pretty new and undiscovered, so you may have the restaurant all to yourselves. Again, I was with my sister, and my 18-month-old. We promise to not go when you're there.
I went on a first date a few weeks ago to Bistro de l'Hermitage in Culver City, after perusing these boards for a romantic spot in Culver City. No booths but it was a very quiet, romantic restaurant with great food and made for a wonderful first date (alas, that would be our last good date...)
Monsoon in the Third Street Promenade has nice booths and you can usually get a quiet, romantic dinner, although one time there was a loudmouth in the booth next to ours. That was just bad luck.
I also recommend Dar Maghreb for a date. Comfy couches, great food you eat with your hands, nice ambiance. Quiet except for when the belly dancer comes out.
Another cozy, romantic spot would be on the patio, on the comfy chair next to the fire pit at the Fish Company off Main Street. However, as there is only one such spot and you can't reserve it, it might be better for a drink after dinner, if you could come up with a restaurant on Main Street.
Have fun, good luck!
Matteo's on Westwood...hands down.
They have the same old classic menu but a great new more modern menu with a new chef.
Have not had the food in a while... but the Little Door on 3rd is always great for a date. Very romantic. No booths, but cozy. The Tower restaurant at the Argyle hotel is also a nice spot. Food isn't bad. May be a little more upscale for what you were originally thinking. Went there for cocktails and apps and loves the ambience.
moun of tunis off of sunset near the guitar center. Another Morrocan restaurant. They have several private rooms with any level of lighting you choose. They are usually for medium size parties but a moderate amount of begging will get you one. I'm taking my family from out of town there this weekend
Well, a few years ago I would've said Chianti, our go-to place for a corny romantic evening - dim lighting, booths, etc... I'll be following this post with interest, cause we still haven't found a real replacement.
We like Water Grill a lot, but it isn't exactly romantic. I agree, though, that if it's fish your date wants, you might consider it...
You may want to check out Brentwood Restaurant and Lounge in Barrington Village on Barrington just south of Sunset, across the street from Strarbucks and next to Brent-Air Pharmacy. Very dark. Your conversations dont travel. Good dishes and great desserts. Probably the best background music in the city.
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re: maudies5
Concur... My shrimp cocktail was so rubbery that minutes of chewing did not ready the little guys for swallowing... Baked potato was crisp on the outside and raw inside. However, dark and seductive the ambience is... assuming that a band isn't playing over your conversation...
re: MichaelS
It's still dark but is on a downward spiral. Sad. The background music used to be phenomenal. Now boring. What has happened to the formerly hip and fabulous neighborhood place? Food is boring, music is ordinary, service is a disaster. The entire place seems to have fallen apart. Can anyone explain how a terrific,happening restaurant could change so dramatically for the worse? Even the celeb quotient is non-
existent . Now over-run by the early birders and desperate singles at the bar Too bad. I used to LOVE this place.
The best place for good food and a great private booth is the Olde Ship in Fullerton. They have high back booths, dimmed lighting, great food/drink and an outstanding staff. The atmosphere is comfortable a person can't help but make converstion and enjoy each others company. I recommend the fish and chips...the best on the west coast!!


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Silent Hill has long been one of Konami's biggest drawing franchises, and 2012 looks to be the year that they exploit that to its fullest. As if the prospect of three, count 'em three different Silent Hill titles in one year have your horror hearts aflutter, prepare for full cardiac arrhythmia, as all three titles are now due to be released in one month: March. More details on the stuffed spring schedule after the break.
First, on March 6th, it's The Silent Hill HD Collection, the HD remastering of Silent Hill numbers 2 and 3 that was originally slated to be released this month. It was also originally supposed to include the unrelated but underrated Silent Hill 4: The Room. What the hell, Konami?
Now that you've had a whole week to reacquaint yourself with the nightmare town, it's perfect time on March 13th to release Silent Hill: Downpour, the return to the series proper. This time, you'll play as escaped convict Murphy Pendleton, on the run in a rather rainy rendition of Silent Hill. Given the town's tendency to manifest the inner demons of its characters, as well as Pendleton's felonious past, I fully expect a vicious mindfuck just as harrowing as 2 and 3.
Finally, on March 27th, there's the release of Silent Hill: Book of Memories, the PS Vita-exclusive title that makes Silent Hill into a handheld, top-down action title. Yeah, I'm not too sure about it either (read: I think it's the worst idea ever), but I guess we'll have to wait until March 27th to see (read: I'll have roughly a month with my new Vita before I throw it down to the bottom of a well with Book of Memories inside).
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Edgewater residents will have to wait until July 19 to enjoy the pig-themed puppet production known as "If Pigs Could Fly," but about 40 children and their parents came out to Annapolis Area Library Monday afternoon to "travel" around the world with Chester, Buster and Suzy Pig.
The 45-minute show, called "If Pigs Could Fly," is put on by Blue Sky Puppet Theatre, and is coming to the , with shows at 1:30, 3:30 and 7 p.m.
The puppet company kicked off its summer Dream Big, Read tour in Annapolis and will travel around Anne Arundel County libraries.
Annapolis Area Librarian Cameron Caswell said Monday morning's 11 a.m. had more than 100 attendees.
"We ended up having to turn people away," Caswell said. "The Blue Sky Puppet Theatre is very popular; it has its own following."
Caswell described the show as being silly.
"There were funny noises coming out of our meeting room this morning, which turned the heads of people in the library," she said.
Puppeteer Steve Hildebrandt said the idea for "If Pigs Could Fly" came from a show they did last year at Washington, DC, area libraries.
The show features three little pigs and their librarian Mrs. Picklebottom. The pigs use four different kinds of puppets to tell stories from Latin America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East to Mrs. Picklebottom's pre-school class.
Blue Sky Puppet Theatre modified the production to fit the Dream Big, Read theme with a custom song that got stuck in this editor's head for several hours after the show ended.
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You wouldn't think that a piece of paper could do much to add to the look and style of a room or event, but paper placemats are able to do just that. A humble piece of paper can transform a bland looking dinner table into something bright and unique, as well as adding a splash of color and fun to a party or some other special occasion. Perhaps the best thing about paper placemats is the massive selection of styles and designs that you have to choose from. The fact that they are also incredibly affordable means that you can regularly change out the look of your dining room without having to break the bank.
One of the most basic designs out there is round paper placemats, which are regularly used at the dinner table as a way to protect the surface upon which they sit. Many people look at this as nothing more than a functional addition to the table, but many more use their paper placemats as a way to dress up the dinner table and give it a rather bold look. This is especially true when the dinner party has a theme and the placemats can be used to add a little something. Imagine how romantic red paper placemats might look when added to a Valentine's Day dinner setting, for example.
If you want a really unique look and don't mind spending a little bit extra, you can now even have custom paper placemats made for your home or event. The benefits here are that you can use a color or design that is already in your home and have it made into a placemat which will be a perfect match for your existing décor. The fact that they are disposable means that you can simply change them out whenever you feel like going with a new look.
Despite the fact that paper placemats are basically made to be thrown away, there may be times when you want to hold onto one or two as a memento. The customs designs are just one example of that, but another would be personalized paper placemats that you have made for a special occasion. A perfect example of that would be a kid's birthday party, where you can add the name and perhaps even a photo of your child to the paper placemats that you have made for the event. A wedding is another great example of when personalization can add a very nice touch.
The whole point of this article is to give you an idea of just how versatile paper placemats can be. Just because they are cheap and disposable doesn't mean that they need to be dull and boring. If you are looking at buying paper placemats for your home, business, or special event, think about doing something a little different than just the standard white mats. Go for a splash of color that will help bring a theme to life, or maybe add a personal touch that will be sure to delight everyone who set eyes on the placemats.


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Mike Kirby tried to gauge the length of the line of motorcycles following him through the tornado-ravaged Greenback and Brickmill communities Sunday, but the motorcycles just kept coming.
When the president of the Dixie Iron Riders couldn't see the end of the caravan he was leading, his smile was as wide as the line was long.
The ride came together almost as quickly as the tornadoes invaded Blount and Loudon counties, with the Dixie Iron Riders pulling together the first charity ride they sponsored themselves in 10 days. And the motorcycle community responded. There were 287 motorcycles carrying 421 riders. At the end of the day, The American Red Cross had $9,364 to benefit the Disaster Relief Fund of the Blount County Chapter.
"I never saw the tail end of it," Kirby said. "We couldn't have even hoped for a better response."
The Dixie Iron Riders are experts in organizing charity rides, with hundreds under their belts. Their weekends are normally filled in more than half of the months of the year. And one of the reasons a Dixie Iron-led ride is so successful is the meticulous attention and time the group puts into organizing each ride.
But this was the first ride the organization had pulled together itself, and it all happened in 10 days.
Kirby was touched and a bit awestruck at the response. Earlier in the week, he had said he hoped to top their largest ride to date, which was 124 motorcycles.
"The event just came together in the days after the tornado," he said. "Bill Kilgore and I started making phone calls, and it started snowballing," he said.
Kirby said agencies like United Way and Blount County Chapter of the American Red Cross and businesses like Kroger of Maryville got involved right away and helped pull everything together.
"We had most of the ride set in the first two days," Kirby said.
Lynn Cox, one of the managers of the Kroger in Maryville, prepared hotdogs for the riders to thank them for their support.
"That's what we do at Kroger," he said. "Our business is a big part of the community, and it's only right we give back to the community that has given so much to us."
Michelle Hankes, president and CEO of the United Way of Blount County, praised those who turned out to support the Red Cross Disaster Fund and those families affected by the tornado. "These are our friends and neighbors, and this is what Blount County does," she said.
Bill Kilgore, public information officer for the Dixie Iron Riders, thanked the Red Cross volunteers for their efforts in Greenback and Brickmill. "They stepped up and did the work."
Kilgore also thanked those who helped plan the event, including Kirby, Hankes, Red Cross interim director Jess Hernandez, Jim Ford with Chroma Graphics, Tara Rasher, Rob McDonald and Lt. Randy Ailey with the Blount County Sheriff's Office. "It shows how people will step up and help their neighbors," Kilgore said.
State Court of Criminal Appeals Judge D. Kelly Thomas participated in the ride. "We're pulling together as a community and helping those who are having a hard time," he said.
Dr. Tim McConnell, a Maryville dentist and motorcycle rider, said he wanted to support those residents in Greenback and Brickmill. "It's sad that we have this kind of devastation right in our back yard," he said. "With 287 motorcycles, it shows you how strong the support is."
The Rev. David Cooper, pastor of New Life Ministry Christian Center, praised those who turned out to ride and raise money for the Red Cross' Disaster Relief Fund. "I'm truly amazed at how much this community can do when they pull together," he said.
Jeff Mitchell of Maryville said that while the weather was perfect for a ride, "the cause is what got my attention."
Hernandez thanked everyone for turning out for the ride before the motorcycles pulled out of the Shed at Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson.
"We're going to continue to be with these families. The Red Cross is going to be there," he said. "From the bottom of my heart, we appreciate you."
The ride proceeded down West Lamar Alexander Parkway to U.S. 129/U.S. 411 South and stopped on the side of the highway to look at some of the damage from the tornado. From there, the motorcycles turned onto Highway 95 and traveled through Greenback back to West Lamar Alexander Parkway before they finished up at the Red Cross offices in Maryville.


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SURVEY: We need your feedback on attending the seminars for Invisible Illness Week!
We are in the final planning stages of announcing our (amazing!) guest and planning for the teleconference seminars. We need about 5 minutes of your time (and trust me, there will be prizes given away randomly to some people who fill this one out!)
UPDATE: Due to how many of you are going to be showing up, and a whole lotta other factors (including we don't want anyone not able to come due to costs involved for long-distance) we are going to now have our seminars via BLOG TALK RADIO. It's a piece of cake, really. You will listen to it online so make sure you have your speakers on your compute up and running. We'll send out more details this weekend!
We are interested in knowing how many "real" conferences you've gone to recently; if you still go to full-day conferences; why a telephone conference is "cool" for people with illness and approximately how many seminars you plan to attend.
It will help us… (1) PLAN better! (2) Send out a press release about the uniqueness of planning an event for those with illness so that they can stay in their homes and still hear 20 speakers in one week. I mean, really, how cool is that?
This survey is simple (a lot of "choose 1″ choices) so pleeeease take a moment to fill it out.
Thank you!
SURVEY: But You Look So Good!… What do you say?
When someone tells you that you look great, how do you respond? How does it feel? For some odd reason, though we don't want to be told we "look as bad as we feel" sometimes it can seem like our pain isn't being acknowledged. It's hard when it feels like no one understands how much your life has been impacted by this illness.
We sent out a survey last year and we have over 1000 respondents… but we still want YOUR input, because we are going to sned it out as a new press release in the next couple of weeks.
Tell us what you say when someone says, "You look so good!"
AND… one of you will be chosen to win a copy of Sherri Connell's book, "You Look So Good!" [link]


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4th Wednesday of every month at 9:30 AM*
Room 408
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*subject to change, please check meeting agendas for exact info.
Hearings are open to the public. If you'd like to make a comment to the commission about a topic or project, watch this video to find out what to expect.
The Zoning Administrator (ZA) administers and enforces the Planning Code of the City & County of San Francisco. Duties and responsibilities of the ZA include: hearing and making determinations on variance applications; providing written interpretations and clarifications of the Planning Code; advising the Director of Planning and Planning Commission on amendments to the Planning Code; monitoring and maintaining data related to the ongoing implementation of the Planning Code; and appearing before the Board of Supervisors, Board of Appeals, Planning Commission and other bodies on Planning Code matters. The ZA also manages the Planning Department's Zoning and Compliance Teams.
Scott Sanchez is Zoning Administrator for the Planning Department and has expertise in the San Francisco Planning Code, code enforcement, neighborhood planning, project review and planning processes. Scott began his career at the San Francisco Planning Department as an intern at the Planning Information Center (PIC), later working in the Department's Neighborhood Planning and Code Enforcement divisions. Passionate and committed to public service with an acute interest in the technical and legal aspects of land use, Scott deeply respects the effort required to ensure planning goals are realized, and works diligently to achieve that goal.
The Zoning Administrator issues determination letters resulting from requests by property owners, developers, architects, land use attorneys and members of the public inquiring about the zoning regulations applicable to specific development proposals. These letters offer guidance to requesting parties as to whether a proposed project, such as a new building, an addition to an existing building, or a use change, conforms to the Planning Code (sometimes referred to as the Zoning Code).
Once these letters are issued, applicants still must obtain all applicable required building permits and/or certificates before a use can commence or a building can be built.
A Letter of Determination (LOD) is a written response to a request regarding the classification of uses and the interpretation and applicability of the provisions of the Planning Code. An LOD may include a determination about whether a specific use is appropriate in a certain zoning district, or whether a certain use may retain its legal nonconforming status.
In comparison to the Zoning Verification Letter, LOD's are typically more complex and require further research on the part of the Planning Department.
Click here to view the archive of Zoning Administrator Letters of Determination
A Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL) is a written response to a request regarding the current land use and zoning for a specific property, including information on variances, special permits/exceptions, ordinances or conditions, and violations. This type of letter is more simplistic in nature than a Letter of Determination. A ZVL generally includes, but are not necessarily limited to, a rebuild letter.
A Rebuild Letter is a form of Zoning Verification Letter that states that the subject building can be restored to its original condition and use in the event the property is destroyed by fire or any other form of natural disaster. The fee for this type of letter is the same as the fee for a ZVL.
Letters of Determination and Zoning Conformance Letters may be appealed to the Board of Appeals within fifteen (15) days after the date of issuance. For further information, please contact the San Francisco Board of Appeals at 1650 Mission Street, Room 304, telephone (415) 575-6880, or visit their website.
Requests for a Letter of Determination and a Zoning Verification Letter should be submitted in writing using your company letterhead addressed and mailed to:
Office of the Zoning Administrator
1650 Mission Street, Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94103
Office of the Zoning Administrator
1650 Mission Street, Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94103
Please outline your request or question and include the Property Address and Block & Lot if available.
For Letters of Determination, please also include or attach any additional information that may provide aid in analysis of the subject property. These items may include Building Permit records, copies of leases if applicable, and various other documents that provide further insight into the question being posed. It takes 6-8 weeks (or more) to process this type of request depending on the workload of the assigned Planner.
For Zoning Verification Letters, we use a standard letter response. If you wish to include a specific language or information on the letter, please specify that in your letter request. It takes 1-2 weeks to process this type of request.
Please make sure to include a check for the required amount. Please refer to the Planning Department Fee Schedule available at our website; see Section 6 – Miscellaneous Fees, Item J.
If you do not have access to a computer, our Fee Schedule is also available at the Planning Information Center (PIC) located at the First Floor, 1660 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103; Telephone Number: (415) 558-6377.
A variance is a request for an exception from the quantitative standards of the Planning Code, such as rear yard, front setback and parking, but not limited to open space, dwelling unit exposure, mass reduction, permitted obstruction and the like. Certain provisions of the Planning Code, such as height, sign and use requirements, are not variable. The Zoning Administrator hears and makes determinations on variance applications. In order to grant a variance, the following findings must be met:
The Zoning Administrator holds Variance Hearings to provide a public venue for the review of variance applications in accordance with the requirements of the Planning Code. Notifications of Variance Hearings are provided by mail to owners within 300 feet of the subject property (10 days before the hearing) and by posting on the subject property (20 days before the hearing). Members of the public who cannot attend a Variance Hearing may submit comments in writing or by telephone to the staff planner listed on the notification.
The Zoning Administrator typically holds Variance Hearings on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m., in San Francisco City Hall, Room 408. City Hall is located at One Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, San Francisco, CA 94102. Hearings are open to the public.
View Agendas for Upcoming Variance Hearings
At the hearing, the Project Sponsor (Variance Applicant) will be given 5 minutes to present their case, including relevant testimony and evidence. The hearing room is equipped with a projector that can display photographs, architectural plans or other drawings and images. Members of the public will be given 3 minutes each to speak on the item. If a member of the public speaks against an item, the Project Sponsor will be given a 3 minute rebuttal.
Please note that some items may appear on the "Consent Calendar." These items are considered routine and may be granted by the Zoning Administrator. There is no separate discussion of consent items unless the Zoning Administrator, member of the public or staff so requests, in which event the matter is removed from the Consent Calendar and will be moved to the Regular Calendar in the Agenda.
After all of the testimony is submitted, the Zoning Administrator will consider the evidence, deliberate, and either make a decision, take the matter under advisement, or continue the matter in order for additional information to be presented.
No decision is final until a Variance Decision Letter is issued. Due to the overwhelming number of Variance cases, decision letters may take up to 2 months to complete from the date of the hearing. The Zoning Administrator's action (to grant or deny) a variance application may be appealed to the Board of Appeals within 10 days of the date of the Decision Letter. For more information on how to file an appeal, please contact the Board of Appeals in person at 1650 Mission Street, Suite 304, call (415) 575-6880, or visit the San Francisco Board of Appeals website.
Each hearing ends with public comment, at which time members of the public may address the Zoning Administrator for up to 3 minutes on items of interest to the public that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Zoning Administrator, except agenda items. With respect to agenda items, your opportunity to address the Zoning Administrator will be afforded when the item is reached during the meeting.
Audio Recordings of Variance Hearings (dating back to June 2010) are available here.
Scott Sanchez, Zoning Administrator
Office of the Zoning Administrator
1650 Mission Street, Ste 400
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If you're Saul Shwarztein, owner of , you move on to something bigger and more sacred.
Schwarztein started serving two versions of the authentic Cuban sandwich at his Main Street shop this week. His shop is now one of the few restaurants in downtown Dunedin where food lovers can get a Cuban sandwich.
"There has been a controversy over who has the original Cuban sandwich – Miami or Tampa," Shwarztein explains. "Tampa people think theirs was the first, and Miami thinks theirs was."
"We'll offer both and let the customers decide which one they like best."
The difference between the two sandwiches is subtle, yet significant:
- A Tampa style Cuban comes with genoa salami and mayonnaise.
- Its Miami counterpart eschews salami and uses only mustard as a condiment.
Each of the traditional sandwiches will be made on authentic La Segundo Central Bakery bread; the shop also offers another pair of popular Cuban treats: the Midnight, made with ham and swiss, and the Elena Ruz, a turkey, cream cheese and strawberry preserve creation.
"We're not saying we'll have the best, but we will have the original. We'll let you make your own choice which one that is."
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Pop-punk trio Pan!c releases its very first album this Saturday, Oct. 4. The disc is free with a $5 cover charge at the Launchpad (21+), where you'll also get The Porter Draw, Lousy Robot, and Icky and the Yuks. Take that, recession. (LM)
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News by Brian James Kirk on Friday December 18, 2009.
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Google is helping developers decide which versions of Android they should create applications for by detailing the fragmentation of the various Android versions and their distribution levels, according to a company blog post.
By calculating Android Market visit statistics for the first two weeks of December, the company has provided a valuable means of understanding the popularity of certain Android devices. Currently 54 percent of the market visits are made by Android 1.6 devices, which include the now-updated T-Mobile G1 and myTouch 3G handsets, among numerous others. Twenty-seven percent of the Android market visits are from Android 1.5 handsets, like Motorola's CLIQ. Android version 2.0 and 2.0.1, which are only available on Verizon's DROID (and some limited number of its European-spec Milestone variant), make up an impressive 17.7 percent of the distribution.
Of course, this merely shows which platforms are accessing the Market most, not how many devices are in use. It stands to reason that newer users, such as those with the Motorola DROID, would be checking the market for new apps more frequently than more established users with older devices.
"It stands to reason that newer users, such as those with the Motorola DROID, would be checking the market for new apps more frequently than more established users with older devices."
Not really since you are always notified when an app has an update. This should even things out since old devices probably have more apps which ups their chance of having an update available to install and thus, a visit to the marketplace.
Right, that's true. But after some time using a device, people will have the apps they want since they will have their phones mostly setup. Sure, there will be the occasional update or browsing, but a new user is going to spend a lot more time looking around and seeing what is available.
I've got a CLIQ and a DROID. The DROID is newer, and I've spent much more time recently in the market with it since I was trying to get it setup to my liking. I had the CLIQ going already, so I don't need to search as much.
Brian James Kirk
Brian is a former news editor on MobileBurn.com that freelances in Philadelphia. You can follow him on Twitter as @BrianJamesKirk.


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-Our private beachfront holiday villas are located on the border of a clear, exclusive and comfortable holiday site 3km, away from the village of Ildir. Our beachfront vacation villas are directly facing the beach thus providing a panoramic view of the sea.
-Our beautiful vacation villas are surrounded by a 1000 m2 green grass garden with an open terrace of 20 m and a roofed terrace of 20 m2 veranda.From here,we will have a panoramic and marvelous sea view. The villas have a beautiful private sandy beach.
The livingroom (30m2) in each villa has a satelliteTV and is fully furnished.
Internet acces available (wireless DSL)
The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, cooker, oven and coffee machine.
There are 5 bedro in each villa (18m2,12m2,10m2,7m2 and 20m2 attic rooom)
which can accommodate a total of 10 beds (double and single beds).
If it needs, moore extra beds can add in the bed rooms
In each villa,there are 3 bathrooms.The main bathroom has a WC, bathtub and water boiler.The 2 smaller bathrooms has a shower and toilet. There is also a common shower in the garden.
In the garden,there is a common washroom with a washing machine,iron and ironing board.
The huge outside garden is very private where your families and friends could enjoy.
As you can see from the pictures on our website, there is a private beach/sand pool just in front of our villas with sunloungers and umbrellas all around, you will enjoy the cool breeze from the sea during your sunbath.
In addition, we have also installed air-conditioners in our villas. You can use the air-conditioner optionally when you need cool weather by paying for the extra electricity consumption.
a wonderful BBQ meal. Our barbeque and grill sets are available for your use.
All prices are per villa per week (in Euro - €) for groups of 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,9 and 10 persons. The prices include electricity, water, gas and one set of bedding per person (given on arrival).Basic price (for 1-4 person) is 600€ for high season (01 Jun -30 Sept), 400 Eur. for mid-season (01 Apr - 31 May and 01. Oct - 30.Nov), 300 € for low-season (01 Dec. -31 Mar). For each additional person we charge 60€ for high season, 40€ for mid-season, 30€ for low-season. 35 Euro is added to rental price for final cleaning.
i am owner of the villas. My profile photo is on the veranda of my own villa (family villa). The rental villas was built in 2000 by me.The place of the villas realy very tranquil, very peacefull.
Because it is realy very tranquil, very peacefull.. Also it has a private strand pool. it is direct to the bach. natural beach
Shops and restaurants are within 200 to 2000 m from the villa.
The beach is 50 m directly in front of the villa and is within walking distance.
The holiday villa is located:
3km from the village of Ild?r. 15km from Alacati (one of the world's most famous surfing centre), 12km from Ilica, 18km from Cesme, 75km from Izmir, 80km from the airport (Adnan Menderes). 141km Bergamon.150 km Ephesus
Easy access by buses to Ildir village, Ilica and Cesme every 30 minutes.
There is also a daily bus service to Izmir which runs every hour. Car rental and transfer to and fro the Airport to our villa are available upon request.
The addres of the villas is Cesme, 7163. Sk, No. 9, Izmir, Turkey (to search or to look at in Google map or google earth),
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Best friends Ray and Jose are not your typical teenagers. They've escaped foster care and juvenile detention centers to live on their own together in an abandoned stationhouse in New York City's Ten Mile River Park. Ray and Jose are as close as brothers. But then they meet Trini, the smart, beautiful, and confident girl from their local barber shop, and they both fall for her immediately. As tension creeps into their relationship, Ray must struggle to find an identity separate from Jose and try to envision a future for himself beyond Jose and Ten Mile River. "Griffin has a particular gift for dialogue that not only sounds authentic but also serves to define characters whom he knows inside and out. His is clearly a talent to watch."- Booklist, review of Ten Mile River
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Paul Griffin is an award-winning author and a screen writer. He lives in New York City, where he works with youths in low-income schools and juvenile detention centers.