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CIVIC DIARY: The BBMP has fixed it at a uniform rate of Rs. 550 per sq m
The newly added areas in the Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) limits suffer from basic civic infrastructure inadequacies. Citizens living in these areas can now demand better service from the civic body by paying improvement charge to the BBMP.
Apart from being a revenue source to the BBMP, it will provide the civic authority with funds to take up development works in these areas.
Following a direction from the High Court of Karnataka, the BBMP has fixed a uniform rate of Rs. 550 per sq m.
The proposal was approved by the BBMP council when it met in August. Commissioner Rajneesh Goel issued a circular on September 28 and revenue officials have been directed to start the process as soon as possible.
This is not the first time the BBMP has tried to collect improvement charge. Around two years ago, it had fixed charges at Rs. 150 per sq m, Rs. 200 per sq m and Rs. 300 per sq m for 30 ft x 40 ft sites, 40 ft x 60 ft and those measuring above 40 ft x 60 ft respectively.
One-time payment
So what exactly is improvement charges? Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) I. Ramakanth told The Hindu that improvement charge is a one-time payment property owners in revenue pockets in newly added areas have to make to help the civic authority provide basic amenities.
Clarifying that improvement charge has no connection with khata, he said it was different from betterment charge/tax that is collected by the Bangalore Development Authority.
"Payment of improvement charges does not entitle owners to seek permanent khata," he reiterated.
Citizens can pay improvement charge to the BBMP either in full or in instalments. Those who wish to pay the charges in instalments have to contact the revenue officers concerned, who will get approval from the Commissioner.
"We will take a call on instalments and the quantum of the same on a case by case basis," he added.
Who will have to pay?
Who will have to pay the improvement charge? Mr. Ramakanth said owners of single, undivided sites on converted revenue land, BDA-approved layouts on converted revenue land, layouts developed by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board, the Karnataka Small Scale Industries Development Corporation, the Karnataka Housing Board and not yet handed over to BBMP, land acquired by the KIADB for single industrial units, properties legalised as per Section 94 (C) of the Karnataka Land Revenue Act and properties re-conveyed by the BDA may pay the improvement charges.
He said owners of unconverted revenue land and sites in illegal layouts cannot pay improvement charge.
"The revenue officials have been directed to verify all documents and ensure they are in order before collecting the improvement charge."
Keywords: civic infrastructure, BBMP, basic amenities, civic issues


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Pet Mange
Naturasil for Pet Mange is all natural sulfur-based concentrate for treating the symptoms of sarcoptic and demodectic (demodex) mange on dogs, cats, and other animals. We recommend using Naturasil for Pet Mange on animals 3 months or older, for younger animals please consult a veterinarian. To use Naturasil for Pet Mange, you mix it with a small amount of water and pet-friendly shampoo. We recommend using Naturasil Herbal Pet Shampoo.
Larger animals such as horses, pigs, goats, sheep, etc may be treated for mange with SulfaDip, a lime-sulfur based solution dip used on larger or feral animals.
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Combine 30 ml of Naturasil for Pet Mange into disposable container, along with 2 oz water and 5 oz of any shampoo of your choice (baby, pet, or regular adult). Apply combined product well throughout pet's fur, being careful not to get in the eyes or mouth of your pet. You want all fur and skin to be covered with shampoo. Leave on 5-7 minutes, then rinse and air dry. Save any leftover combined product for the next treatment.
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John D'Arcy | December 12, 2012 | Comments
Will we finally be released from the constraints of not being able to access and analyze our data?
With big data, you can increase your margin by 60 percent. Big data means I can track everything my customers do and store it forever. It sounds brilliant, doesn't it? But admit it; we still don't know what it practically means for most of us.
When I first heard the phrase "big data" in 2011, I didn't think, "Hey, that sounds cool"; I actually cynically thought, "Here we go again." The big technology companies have thought up a new tag line that will hook us all into thinking we need to replace our old systems with new, faster, expensive servers. I worried that the analytics industry was about to go down another cycle of technology-led implementations rather than thinking about how to use the data we already have in an imaginative, insightful way. But maybe there is still time for us to grab the phrase and define what it should mean. Here are some thoughts:
Is big data about getting a huge new server to process billions of records and petabytes of data? No. One of the great things about the discussion about the phrase big data is that it gets people talking about the huge increases in computer processing power. But how about that focus being on the laptop you're reading this column on rather than on some server that sits in the basement and only the grumpy IT team knows how to use? Most laptops are now powerful enough to process millions of records of data, thereby freeing analysts from the constraints of needing major database systems to analyze their customers' behavior. This democratization of data should mean more individuals in your company can mine the data you already own. Invest in an analytical tool like SAS or SPSS or even good old Excel, get a data extract on your laptop, and start mining.
Does big data mean I can collect every bit of information about my customers? Storage isn't expensive and I can use the cloud to keep all my data. No. The problem with this laissez-faire attitude to your data is you fall down the trap of the analytics team being driven by long-term development projects rather than focusing on the here and now. If you're storing everything, you aren't placing value on key customer data that can give you the edge over your competitor. It stops you thinking. It moves the weight of your job to data collection and technology rather than asking questions about the data that already exists. What's the killer stat you need to put in front of your CEO so she remembers your name? Take a step back and think about what you need to calculate that. That's the data you should be collecting and more of it - not everything else.
Is big data about investment in infrastructure? Well, if it is, let that investment be in people and process, not technology. Let it be about an analyst investing thinking time and the development of her data mining skills to find the value in data that's already available to her. Web analytics is still dominated by technology people who can write brilliant tagging code, but the think division is the summit of all mathematical achievement. If we're going to make use of the data available right now, there needs to be investment in more data scientists and statisticians to lead the web analytics industry.
In two years' time, we'll look back and be able to say what big data came to mean. Let's hope that most of us are thinking that this was the year we were released from the constraints of not being able to access and analyze our data rather than thinking big data was the latest in a series of technology fads that we blew our operations budget on.
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This column was originally published on Feb. 29, 2012.
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The purpose of SkillsUSA is to unite in a common bond without regard to race, sex, religion, creed, or national origin. Students enrolled in class with vocational trade, industrial, technical, and health occupations objectives. We also assist SkillsUSA members in their growth and development, develop leadership abilities through participation in educational, vocational, civic, recreational and social activities. We also work to foster a deep respect for the dignity of work, create enthusiasm for learning, promote high standards in all phases of occupational endeavor including trade ethics, workmanship, scholarship and safety.
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Some of the best cars in the valley will be on display at CWI, April 18, at the third annual SkillsUSA fundraiser.
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CWI alum Carlos Gonzales earned a runner-up finish at the 50th-annual national SkillsUSA competition in Kansas City, Mo.
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CWI is celebrating an outstanding showing at the 2014 SkillsUSA State Conference where students earned 20 medals overall.
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2012: Singer Adam Lambert becomes the first openly gay artist to claim the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200, with his second album "Trespassing" debuting atop the chart.
WBAL-TV 11 News says goodbye to a friend and ultimate professional, Rod Daniels.
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Arson at Cash Pawn USA at 2109 W. Pratt Street. The ATF, Baltimore Police Department and Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office are offering up to a $10,000 reward for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the individual pictured above. Anyone with information is urged to call. Your identity can remain confidential. Call 888–ATF-FIRE or 888-283-3473.


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But as Republicans woke up on Wednesday morning to survey the damage, in few places could it be considered more horrifying than it was in California. With but few exceptions, progressive candidates and ideologies dominated California races on election night and handed stunning defeats to conservative candidates and their billionaire backers.
Here are some of the headlines you might have missed, below the fold.
The "tax revolt" is over. Over a third of a century ago, during Jerry Brown's first stint in the Governor's Mansion, California voters passed Proposition 13. In addition to limiting the growth of property taxes on both residential and commercial property, Proposition 13 dictated that any bill to pass taxes must be approved by a two-thirds vote of both legislative bodies. The passage of Proposition 13 hailed the beginning of the so-called "tax revolt"—a voter rebellion against the fact that property taxes had doubled in a 10-year period as a result of rising property values. But on Tuesday night—with Jerry Brown once again serving as governor—the tax revolt ended. Voters approved Gov. Brown's tax measure, Proposition 30, by an eight-point margin, even though the most reliable polling indicated that the measure could well have been headed for defeat. The effects are already being felt. The measure will raise taxes on high income earners to fund education, and as a result of its passage, the California State University system has already rescinded the most recent tuition increase it passed for the fall semester. Elections have consequences. Additionally, voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 39, which eliminates a tax loophole for big businesses and uses the revenue to fund green energy projects.
Billionaires were defeated at the ballot box. Two weeks ago, I wrote about all the California propositions, including the billionaire-funded ones: 32, 33 and 38. Of these, 32 was the most odious: It would have basically killed the ability of unions to participate in politics, while leaving billionaires and businesses untouched. Prop 33 was put on the ballot by insurance industry CEO George Joseph, and would have allowed car insurance companies to raise rates on those who have had a lapse in coverage. And 38 was a tax measure funded by Molly Munger, whose father is a partner in Berkshire-Hathaway. Unlike Proposition 30, it would have raised income taxes on lower- and middle-income families, while making the wealthy pay less of a burden. And all three were soundly defeated.
Legislative super-majorities. In addition to Gov. Brown, the biggest winners of the night were Assembly Speaker John A. Perez (who, incidentally, made history by becoming the first openly gay person to hold the position of speaker in a state legislative body), and Senate President pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg. As mentioned before, Proposition
32 13 required a two-thirds vote of both Houses to be able to pass a budget or raise taxes. While the budget passage requirement was recently done away with by California voters, the two-thirds requirement for taxation remained. But even as California's budget woes continued to grow, and even as they ax vital public services and education again and again, Republicans—who have always managed to hold on to just over one third of both houses, even if just barely—have been united in their opposition to any sort of tax increase. But when California's newly redistricted maps came out, there was hope that Democrats could achieve two thirds in the state Senate, though the Assembly was a longer shot. It would have required Democrats winning all the reasonably contested races, and scoring an upset along the way. In fact, a former consultant whose identity I will protect tweeted that anyone who thought we could take a two-thirds supermajority in the Assembly needed a welcome to "planet reality." Well, this is planet reality: We did what we needed to in the Senate, but that's not all. Under the leadership of Speaker Perez, we not only appear to have won all the contested races for Assembly, but we appear to have gotten the needed upset as well: As of this writing, Democrat Sharon Quirk-Silva has a lead of one percent on incumbent Republican Chris Norby in Orange County. If these results hold (and given the fact that in one of these races, the lead is only 262 votes, there isn't no certainty yet), Democrats will finally be able to run California as they see fit, without having to bribe a Republican or two along the way.
Congressional gains: The NRCC expected to be able to mount a challenge to certain Democratic members of Congress, especially Jerry McNerney in the Sacramento area and Lois Capps along the Central Coast. Those efforts proved fruitless, as every Democratic incumbent facing a Republican challenger coasted to reelection. In addition, Democrats won most of the winnable open seats that were created in the recent redistricting process, including in historically Republican areas: Julia Brownley in Ventura County and Mark Takano in Riverside County, as well as Alan Lowenthal in a swingy area of Los Angeles and Orange Counties. But the big deal? If current results hold, three Republican incumbents may be on their way home. As of this writing, Dan Lungren trails his Democratic nemesis of three cycles, Dr. Ami Bera, in the Sacramento-area 7th CD, while after several close races, Mary Bono Mack finally seems to have joined her Florida-based husband Connie Mack in defeat, as she trails Raul Ruiz in her Palm Springs-based district in the Inland Empire. And to top it off, Brian Bilbray appears to have been defeated by Scott Peters in the 52nd District down in San Diego County.
San Diego is a Democratic town: Scott Peters isn't the only Democratic victory in San Diego. The city will have a Democratic mayor as well: Congressman Bob Filner won a hotly contested race against Log Cabin Republican Carl Dimaio.
The weird: Four Democratic members of Congress lost their reelection bids this past Tuesday, but it didn't diminish our constituency in the House. How is that possible? Because in California, we now have a top-two primary system where Democrats can and do face off against each other in general elections. Combine that with redistricting and, well, bloodbaths can ensue. In two races in Los Angeles County, two Democratic members of Congress faced off against each other, and in each case, the member with less seniority won. In the most anticipated showdown, Brad Sherman easily defeated Howard Berman in the clash of the titans in the San Fernando Valley, while in South Los Angeles, Janice Hahn bested the ethically challenged Laura Richardson. But Berman and Richardson aren't the only incumbents who won't be back: Congressman Pete Stark lost to his Democratic challenger in the 15th district, while in Eastern Los Angeles County, Joe Baca lost his reelection bid to Democratic state Sen. Gloria Negrete-McLeod. Local politicos were also observing a similar dynamic in the Assembly, where incumbents facing challengers from other Democrats did not fare well. In the North, Asm. Michael Allen appears to have been defeated by his challenger, while in my home district in Los Angeles, Betsy Butler is trailing her challenger by a razor-thin margin as of this writing.
The reason it was all possible: One of the reasons Democrats were able to score these wins? The presence of online voter registration, which was enacted by the legislature in time for the 2012 election. More than a million Californians took advantage of this additional convenience to either register for the first time or update their current registration. Of those, nearly 60 percent were under age 35. And nearly half of all online registrants registered as Democrats, while only around a fifth registered as Republicans.
The Bottom Line: Republicans should be terrified. What California looks like now is what the entire United States will look like in the future, and it is a world in which Republicans cannot win. California is done with the conservative ideology of tax revolts, and they are done with Republican politicians at the ballot box. Nov. 6 was a golden day for Democrats in the Golden State.
Update: yes, Prop 13 was passed 35 years ago, not 25 years ago. Karl Rove did my math for me. And yes, Prop 13 also gave the 2/3 requirement, not Prop 32. I was just so used to associating Prop 32 with everything evil in the world.


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Your prettiest F1 cars of all time
Seems you lot rather like old F1 cars, so here are your favourites
Posted: 10 Feb 2014
Brabham BMW BT52
Another car from the extraordinary mind of Gordon Murray, the Brabham BT52 was the first turbocharged F1 car to win the world championship for a driver, Nelson Piquet. "Ground effects" had been banned, so Murray saw no reason to continue with long and broad sidepods, which meant the radiators were packaged as close to the compact four cylinder BMW engine as possible. The Brabham-BMW team had surprised everyone the year before by starting its car light and refueling in the middle of the race.
The BT52 was designed with a small tank that meant it had to be refueled. This tight frontal packaged allowed clean airflow to the rear and the car had an extremely large rear wing. Not always reliable, it was however a joy to drive and once a trick fuel blend had been perfected, Piquet scored his second world title and the first for a turbocharged car.


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Love it when ad gets aggressive and goes strong to the basket with or without the ball. He needs to stop with the outside jumpers and fade aways for now.
Love it when ad gets aggressive and goes strong to the basket with or without the ball. He needs to stop with the outside jumpers and fade aways for now.
that's that stuff I like
looking for team to bandwagon, pls help
I love that line up, so fun to watch
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I wanna see more uptempo. I thought Gordon would make us play faster. We really need a PG
Davis already with 9 rebounds. Like to see him get his first 20 plus night.
Right now we need an athletic wing who can score more than another PG...
we scored 5 pts in the first 6 min of the 2nd qtr without gordon and score 19 in the final 6 min with him
Why Roberts have to come in and play PG and not Rivers? Seriously, I want to see him there. He looked better playing PG than SG, so I wanna see what we got. Just to get some confidence, no?
Roberts is 27 years old with 4 years of professional experience overseas and won't get any better. Rivers just turned 20, one year of college, still has his teenager body and has the ability to develop elite skills. You can't compare the 2 at all. Roberts is a rookie to the NBA, not to professional basketball.
We can release Roberts right? His contract isn't guaranteed until some time in January?
Nice lob, Rivers. Moreo f that. More of that.
Active hands. Keep it up. Moto moto still.
Good defense but good offense can always trump that.
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Ramada Inn Fairview Heights
Indoor pool. Fitness room. Extended continental breakfast.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Riverbend Resale
A quality used merchandise store. Store owners find items that can be re-purposed including clothing. Open M - S 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
CITY:Wood River
Bigelo's Bistro
Bigelos boasts an eclectic combination of unique pasta dishes, specialty entrees, pizzas, sandwiches, salads and daily specials. In addition to the carefully designed menu, beer connoisseurs will be right at home with Bigelos selection of craft brews as well as local favorites. We also offer many different wines by the glass or bottle.
Bella Milano
Bella Milano offers the Milano burger, Pasta Con Broccoli, and so many other excellent choices, served by a warm and friendly staff. While you're there, try the featured wine: Gnarly Head Old Vine Zinfandel.
Motel 6
121 room motel that is handicap accessible, credit cards accepted, cable tv, outdoor pool, pets accepted, restaurant within walking distance.
First Western Inn
32-rooms, non-smoking, cable TV
Annual Ribfest
This Annual Event starts at 9am with rib-cookers firing-up the grills and Tour de Donut bicycle racers riding through the main street. Ribfest is 50+/- rib cook-off that is full of fun, music, food and fun. The cook-off winners will receive cash prizes for their art in grilling. The ribs will be available at 5pm for purchase. However, local food and drinks will be available all day.
Casa Romero Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Craving a little south of the border sizzle? Casa Romero Mexican Restaurant & Cantina boasts some of the most authentic Mexican dishes in the area. Casa has the standard Mexican tacos, enchiladas, burritos and chimichangas. But step out a little with the Fiesta Seafood Nachos or the Tequila Fiesta Shrimp. Also known for their margaritas. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m., Friday, 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. and Saturday, Noon - 10:30 p.m.
CITY:East Alton
Holiday Inn &
Situated between Southern Illinois and the "Gateway to the West" is the Holiday Inn® Hotel St. Louis - Fairview Heights. This Illinois hotel's location allows you to enjoy a number of memorable attractions. Whether a business trip or vacation brings you to Fairview Heights, Illinois, our hotel's free high-speed, wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Start your day with breakfast from Kem's Restaurant. Later, burn calories in the Fitness Center and swim laps in the indoor pool. If you're looking for an accommodating stay in Fairview Heights, our hotel's staff offers quality service and a name you can trust! Our hotel's location near downtown St. Louis and Scott Air Force Base makes us the perfect destination for every traveler. We're also just minutes from casinos, dining, shopping and family attractions, like the World Shooting & Recreation Center, home of the annual ATA Grand American.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Big Daddy's
Located on Main Street, Big Daddy's has wraps, pizza, sandwiches and more.
Southwestern Farm & Home Museum
This living memorial offers an insight into rural and farming life, with exhibits that include antique farm implements and a number of household items.
Bobby's Frozen Custard
Bobby's has concretes, sundaes, shakes, malts, floats, banana splits, the brownie buster, a large variety of sauces, real fruit toppings, nuts, and candies. You can take home a pint or a quart of Bobby's delicious ice cream.
Steve's Lighting and Antiques
Antiques abound at Steve's Lighting and Antiques in historic downtown Alton. Find that special piece or discover something you can't live without in this large antique venue. Hours: Wednesday - Thursday. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Friday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fran and Marilyn's
Fran and Marilyn's is a small town diner with a big menu and even larger portions. Famous for their tasty, yet simple home cooked meals. The homemade pies are their signature dessert and customers often purchase a whole pie as they leave. Hours: Monday - Saturday, 5 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday, 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Cross Patches
For over 16 years Cross Patches has been the one-stop-shop for all your quilting needs. Cross Patches has an amazing variety of sewing machines, including Berina. Classes are available. So come in and get the supplies and inspiration you need.
Geno's 140 Club
Geno's 140 Club in Bethalto is a great place to have lunch or dinner. The original owners began Geno's in 1942. The same traditions of excellent food and friendly service were begun on their opening day and have continued. Famous for our steaks, stromboli and salads, Geno's 140 Club has a wide menu that has something for everyone. Pasta and sandwiches are offered alongside steak and chicken entrees, with generous portions to satisfy the appetite. Venture out to Bethalto for your next meal at Geno's 140 Club. We'll be happy to see you and you'll be glad you came.
Garden Gate Tea Room
Set in a cozy, eclectic atmosphere, the Garden Gate Tea Room has delicious food and great service, and is perfect for parties and events.
CITY:Granite City
Jimmy the Greek's
This family-owned restaurant has become a staple of fine-dining in our community. Our warm, intimate atmosphere, combined with the love and dedication put into every dish we serve, continues to provide us with what brings our family the greatest satisfaction: happy, loyal patrons. Whether it be our delicious selection of Greek dishes which have been handed down from generation to generation, or our selection of both modern and classic fine-dining staples, we strive to ensure that every dish leaving our kitchen is of the absolute highest quality. It is our hope that you may come, eat, and enjoy yourselves to the fullest. OPA!
Econo Lodge & Suites
47 room hotel, handicapp accessible, credit cards accepted, cable tv, restaurant within walking distance. lounge/bar
CITY:Granite City
State Street Antiques & Jim's Attic
Chances are if you are looking for that hard to find antique piece, State Street Antiques/Jim's Attic in Jerseyville may have it. This warehouse sized store is crammed full with a treasure trove of merchandise from antique children's toys to furniture, glassware and more. Open Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Noon - 4 p.m.
JR's Place
Try the "Big Mac" pizza at JR's Place in Hartford and you'll be hooked. This signature pizza tastes just like it's famous namesake burger, but in pizza form. The menu is for those adventurous diners who like to step outside the box when they eat. The kitchen closes early on Saturdays and is not open on Sundays.
Lula Bells
A unique gift shop that blends a boutique atmosphere with a kitchen store, specialty store and gift shop all rolled into one. There are garden items, stationary, gourmet foods, timed candles, purses, dinnerware, pictures and more. Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
All-Star Restaurant Week
Join us for an All-Star lunch or dinner special, at a participating All-Star restaurant of your choice July 10 - 19. There will be 18 restaurants participating and lunches are $10 while dinners are $25.
Fiona's Family Restaurant
Awesome homemade soups made daily at this little family-style diner which offers a larger, more varied menu than many bigger restaurants. One-of-a-kiind sandwiches include gyros, corned beef, and breaded tenderloin. Breakfast is also served. Billed as a "must" stop for anyone in the Wood River area. Hours: Daily 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.
CITY:Wood River
Slackers CD's & Games
Slackers is a comic book, video game, movie and music haven for devoted fans. Each week new release comic books, video games and movies are featured. Find your favorite Batman, Avengers or Astonishing X-Men titles. Movies, CD's and video games are also traded. Open M - S 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Su 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Jerseyville Harvest Inn
Whether you are in Jerseyville for business or pleasure, be sure to check out the Jerseyville Harvest Inn. This motel is conveniently located in the middle of the business district and is located on U.S. 67 and near Illinois Route 16. Amenities include in-room microwave, refrigerator, free Wi-fi, and free Continental breakfast.
Known for pressure fried chicken, great Italian dishes, mouth-watering steaks, and a huge menu with generous portions. We are unique in that every entree is a three course meal at reasonable prices.
Riviera Maya
Enjoy Mexican food at its finest. You'll enjoy free chips and salsa and speedy service. Great food with great value.
Flower Basket
The Flower Basket specializes in wedding floral, teleflora, silk flowers, plants, home accessories, garden items and gifts, funeral arrangements, and free bridal consultation.
Country Hearth Inn and Suites
39 rooms, non-smoking, handicapped accesible, credit cards accepted, cable television available, fitness room, pets accepted, and complimentary breakfast served.
R and B's Family Restaurant
Family-style restaurant with seating for 114.
Santa Cruz Imports & Exports
Hand selected artisan pieces from the villages and mountains of Mexico are showcased in this unique shop located in downtown Alton. A wide variety of landscape pottery, ornamental hand crafted patio furniture, outdoor fireplaces, Talavera Pottery, sculptured metal wall lights, bird cages, decorative water fountains, jewelry, blankets and other items from small to large are available. Open M - F 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., S 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Su 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fairfield Inn - Collinsville
Come to the Fairfield Inn, where we will always make you feel welcome and give you a clean, fresh room. We will help you get started each day with the free Early Eats breakfast that includes Bold Beginning coffee, fresh fruit, make your own waffles, biscuits and gravy, and much more. We will respond promptly to any need you may have and give you service that will make you want to return. Complete smoke free environment, friendly well-trained staff, free breakfast, business center, heated indoor swimming pool with whirlpool, free wireless high-speed Internet and restaurants nearby.
Super 8 - Collinsville
63 rooms, complimentary breakfast, restaurant within walking distance
Town Club of Alton, Inc.
Stop by this neighborhood bar & grill. You'll find friendly folks, good food and cold beer.
Ravanelli's Restaurant
Ravanelli's is a family restaurant known for their pressure fried chicken and great Italian food. They have a huge menu with generous portions, and their food is made with only the freshest ingredients.
CITY:Granite City
Alton/Godfrey Fireworks on the Mississippi
Alton's spectacular fireworks display are a must see! With the Clark Bridge as a backdrop over the Mississippi River, this fireworks show is always a crowd pleaser.
The Bamboo Garden
Chinese-American dine-in and and buffet specials. Visit our website!
Oatman Haus Restaurant
Lunch Tues. - Saturday. Dinner Wed. - Sunday. Candlelight dining Friday and Saturday nights. Homemade entrees. German and International cuisine. Wine, beer, and desserts. Patio seating in season. In a historic 1875 house.
Fairfield Inn - Collinsville
64 rooms, indoor pool, whirlpool, complimentary breakfast
Casino Queen Hotel
157 tastefully decorated rooms with queen and king sized beds, color television, minibar and incredible views.
CITY:East St. Louis
Magnums Bar and Grill
A major list of appetizers highlight the menu at Magnums Bar and Grill. Also on the menu: sandwiches, a variety of steak dinners, ribs, frog legs and a unqiue array of open faced dinner sandwiches. Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11:30 a.m. - 9:45 p.m. and Sunday, Noon - 8:45 p.m.
CITY:East Alton
Tri-Township Park
Just miles off I-55, I-70, and I-270, the park has easy access and has many features for travelers, like a petting zoo, playground equipment, picnic pavilions and a small lake.
Extended Stay Suites
72 room hotel, credit cards accepted, pets accepted, complimentary breakfast.
Donzo's Sports Bar & Grill
The original Wood River Sports Bar, Donzo's offers family-friendly dining options as well as a full service bar. Daily specials and even better specials when the Cardinals play the Cubs! Watch your favorite sporting event while you dine. Open daily 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.
CITY:Wood River
Congress Inn
90 rooms, pets allowed, complimentary breakfast, wireless internet
Comfort Inn
This Edwardsville IL hotel features full-service facilities and amenities including: • Free breakfast with hot waffles • Free local calls • Free weekday newspaper • Indoor pool Guests will enjoy walking the spacious and beautifully landscaped grounds. Business travelers will appreciate conveniences like free wireless high-speed Internet access in all rooms, data ports and access to copy and fax services. There are two conference rooms with over 1,500 square feet of meeting space. The hotel offers deluxe guest rooms and suites that feature microwaves, refrigerators and two-person whirlpool bathtubs. All rooms are equipped with coffee makers and cable television. In addition, non-smoking rooms are offered. The Comfort Inn & Conference Center is proud of its courteous and professional staff. They look forward to hosting both business and leisure travelers when staying in the Edwardsville.
Ashmann's Pharmacy & Gifts
Ashmann's has wonderful gifts for everyone on your list.
The Doubletree Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Collinsville just seconds from major highway and minutes from attractions. This full-service hotel is perfectly situated adjacent to the Gateway Conference Center. You'll love this recently updated hotel with its modern, well-appointed guest rooms and suites featuring generous work surfaces with ergonomic chairs, flat panel TVs, ultra-comfortable Sweet Dreams beds, luxurious bath amenities, and Wolfgang Puck coffee service. For your convenience complimentary wireless high-speed internet access is available in all guest rooms and public lobby areas. Other great Doubletree Hotel amenities include: heated indoor pool, state-of-the-art Precor fitness center, gift shop, complimentary parking and in-room dining.
Neruda Restaurant
Fine American cuisine with excellent service in a casual but stylish setting. Enjoy the more casual, lighter fare in our full-service bar.
Second Reading Book Shop
A book-lover's paradise, Second Reading Book Shop in historic downtown Alton, features rare, unique and first-edition books in all genres. Lightly used modern novels are also available. Local author and store proprietor John Dunphey offers writing workshops in addition to hosting occasional special guests including area authors, musicians and speakers. Hours: Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Historic Midtown Restaurant
Enjoy food in either the quieter dining room or the lounge, with a long bar, pool table and a 50" TV. Listen to live music and DJs. Special discounts for senior citizens. Check out Taco Tuesdays, wings on Mondays, wine-down Wednesdays or all-you-can eat fish on Fridays or chicken on Sundays.
Patchwork Plus
This is a shop dedicated to the preservation of the art of quilting. From its 1800's reproduction quilting fabric available for sale to sharing the craftsmanship of quilting with customers, keeping the spark of this craft alive is the life force behind this cozy, friendly shop. Heirloom quilt patterns also available. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
CITY:Wood River
Dizzy Dugout
The Dizzy Dugout is you source for today's hottest games and tournaments for Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon, Harry Potter, and many more. Open game tables available.
Biker Brother Leather Company
Whether you are just getting started in the motorcycle scene with a sport bike or an experienced rider with a chopper, Biker Brother Leather Company offers high quality road clothes and customized leather motorcycle gear. From wallets to chaps, bike seats to touring bags, there is something for everyone who desires fine quality leather items. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Annie's Frozen Custard
Annie's Frozen Custard has a variety of tasty flavors and portions so generous two can share.
Along the Way Bed & Breakfast
During your stay in the area come and lose your everyday stresses at Along the Way guesthouse. It offers alternative accommodations for travelers. It is your home away from home where you will experience gracious mid-western hospitality. Three suites available.
Wilson's Antiques
Take your time as you browse through Wilson's Antiques in historic Downtown Alton. A wide selection of antiques and collectibles are showcased. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Medford Bicycle & Sporting Goods
Need a bicycle tune-up before you hit the local bike trails? Medford Bicycle & Sporting Goods in Jerseyville is the place to go. All types of bicycle repairs and accessories are available at this one-stop shop. New and used bicycles can be purchased. There is also a wide selection of sporting goods needs from helmets to ball bats, knee pads to practice jerseys. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Jaycee Ball Field
This softball field is located in Woodland Park.
Mungo's Restaurant
The Original Mungo's offers delicious, fresh Italian food in a casual, romantic atmosphere, and served by a friendly and helpful staff.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Sixth Street Diner
Nice, casual, family-oriented diner with the great food you expect from smaller restaurants. Known for their chicken and dumplings, cabbage rolls and burgers as well as their juicy, large chicken wings. Open daily from 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
CITY:Wood River
Josephines Ltd. Gift Shop
Unique home decor, gifts, florals and accessories are among the many pieces offered in vignette settings at Josephines Ltd. Gift Shop. The gift shops are in the original house, once part of Monticello College that was founded in 1838. The gift shops are adjacent to the renowned Josephines Tea Room. Gift Shop Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Red Roof Inn
72 room hotel, handicap accessible, credit cards accepted, cable tv, small meeting rooms, indoor pool, pets accepted, restaurant witnin walking distance, complimentary breakfast.
Martin-Boismenue House
This traditional one-story French Creole residence, built circa 1790, is considered to be one of the oldest surviving residences in Illinois.
CITY:East Carondelet
El Mezcal
Stop by for real homemade Mexican food. Can enjoy us at our Alton, Godfrey or Bethalto locations. Don't forget the margarita!
Fun, unique and stylish children's clothing is featured at Grapevine located in Alton's historic downtown district. From christening gowns for infants to adorable seasonal outfits for girls up to size 8 and boys up to 4T, the store's experienced sales staff is committed to finding that perfect outfit for that special occasion.
Hazel2blue, inc
Hazel2blue, inc. is a women's fashion boutique that targets the late teen young women to the fashion savvy 40 something. H2B as slightly edgy, with a splash of vintage, sprinkled with a lot of class. Current brands: Tulle, Lucca Couture, Willow & Clay, Nation, Amour Vert, Sanctuary, DL1961 Denim, Sold Design Lab, and Threads 4 Thought basics, to name a few. They have a little bit of everything for the modern woman, including you!
Carver's Southern Style BBQ
Get ready for pulled pork, kabobs and Southern style ribs that will have you coming back for more! Try your favorite meat with one of the homemade sauces at Carver's, or served up with a side of homemade slaw, potato salad or baked beans. Hours: Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Walgreen's - Alton
Pharmacy and convenience store.
G-B Grill
Stop by this old-fashioned diner featuring American and Greek dishes. Family owned restaurant serving breakfast and lunch. You'll find tasty meals that are reasonably priced.
International House of Pancakes
Casual dining specializing in breakfast foods.
CITY:Wood River
Franchise Sports Bar & Grill
Home of the $5 pizza on Mondays and 25-cent wings on Wednesday, the Franchise Sports Bar and Grill is an upscale sports bar that is also family friendly. Varied menu which ranges from catfish sandwiches to shrimp/lobster ravioli to ham and beans with cornbread. Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - midnight and Sunday, noon - Midnight.
CITY:Wood River
Brussels Historic Village Jail
Once known as the local "calaboose", the Brussels Jail was built around 1876 and centered in the heart of the village. The jail mainly housed men overnight for drinking too much and the last person to stay in the jail was in 1952. The jail is open seven days a week.
Tommie's 6th Street Mini Mall
Antiques, crafts and collectibles are the main stays of this mini mall. Consignments are also welcomed. Many booths are available featuring a wide array of items. Also look for the collectible books on hand. Hours: Tuesday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Thursday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
CITY:Wood River
Buena Vista Jewelry
There is nothing run of the mill about Greg Brummett's hand-crafted jewelry. Each piece is unique and is crafted from the finest quality metals and semi-precious gemstones, that include turquoise, bolder opals, agates, quartz, hematite, onyx, coral, tiger eye, and others. Many stones are cut, shaped and polished by Greg personally. He also creates "steampunk" jewelry which blends Victorian styles with modern science fiction. Think steam engine versus combustion engine when viewing his designs. All pendants are created using the art of wire-wrapping. Wire-wrapping has been around since the time of the Phoenician Empire, about 1000 years B.C. Today, wire wrapping has become popular because of the uniqueness and the individuality of each piece - no two are ever exactly alike! Open: Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Americas Best Value Inn
55 rooms, non-smoking, handicapped accessible, credit cards accepted, cable television available, indoor pool, whirlpool, restaurant within walking distance, and a complimentary breakfast served.
CITY:Fairview Heights
The Quilted Garden
The Quilted Garden has distinguished quilting fabric, supplies, silk, ribbon, embroidery, classes, and gifts.
Zapata's Mexican Restaurant
Zapata's has a large menu full of your Mexican favorites and a great lunch buffet daily.
Metro East Park and Recreation District
More than 150-miles of trails line the rural, suburban, and scenic landscapes found throughout Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois. Put it this way, you will personally run out of fuel before you run out of trails! The interconnected system of trails that crisscross the region have been built utilizing partnerships and collaboration amongst multiple public agencies, but no contribution has been more significant than that of both Madison and St. Clair County Transit Districts. Each of the transit districts have made trail building a top priority, so new trails are always coming online. Be sure to check out MEPRD's online trail map to see the latest developments!
Corky's Emporium
Primitive antiques and collectibles are everywhere in this antique mall in Alton. Over 60 booths are in this 6,800-square-foot antique mall. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday, Noon - 6 p.m.
Hampton Inn - Collinsville
70 rooms, jucuzzi suites, indoor pool and whirlpool
Woodstock Lounge
Local bar where the beer is cheap, the jukebox is loud, and three flat-screen TV's proudly display the evening's most crucial sporting event.
By Design
By Design is a unique, warm and inviting shop, offering a variety of art and wearables. All are handmade by highly skilled local and regional artists. Hand-dyed silk scarves, jewelry, fiber art, couture clothing and much more is available. Local artists also showcase their work in the in-store gallery. Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Country Inn Motel
19 rooms, pets allowed, restaurant within walking distance, complimentary breakfast
La Boutique
La Boutique has unique fashions for unique women.
The Hive
Planning a wedding, anniversary, birthday or other special event? Find your "Sweet Indulgences" cakes, cupcakes and other mouth-watering baked goods at The Hive. This specialty shop also features floral arrangements, one-of-a-kind custom jewelry, home decor items, crocheted bags for "green friendly" shoppers, giftware and some furniture. There is a little something for everyone. Hours: Monday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Oak Brook Golf Course
Oak Brook features a 27-hole golf course.
Golden Eagle Music Hall
Located inside one of America's oldest country stores, the Golden Eagle Music Hall or "The Eagle" is a perfect setting to enjoy "the very best" in entertainment. Just a short drive from Alton, IL along "The Great River Road."
CITY:Golden Eagle
Olga's Kitchen
Olga Bread - it's bread you'll find at the center of everything here. A secret-recipe bread used in side dishes, desserts and every one of the delectable sandwiches you'll find at Olga's Kitchen. Try any of their soups, salads or sandwiches. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming and the food is always fresh.
Lock and Dam 27
For a closer look at river traffic on the Mississippi, go by the lock and dam where Ol' Man River is still an important way to move freight in the United States.
CITY:Granite City
Acapulco Family Mexican Restaurant
Acapulco has a variety of authentic Mexican cuisine for the whole family.
CITY:Granite City
White Birch
Upscale gifts with a flair for the unique are among the many items found at the White Birch. Stunning jewelry, amazingly soft baby blankets, Gurgle Pots for entertaining and a bridal registry are all available. Hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thursday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
St. Clair Bowl
St. Clair Bowl is known as one of the premier bowling destinations in Southwestern Illinois. The building features 50 lanes with AMF Boss Scoring, the Bowlers Shoppe pro shop and a snack bar/arcade.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Tinner's Anvil Antiques
Take a step back in time at Tinner's Anvil Antiques. Primitive antiques are among the thousands of items housed in this warehouse located in historic downtown Alton. From furniture to antique gardening tools, maps to quilts, there is something for every antique hunter around. Open F - S 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Su Noon - 5 p.m.
The Prairies Golf Course
The Prairies offers an 18-hole golf course.


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BG Genaro Dellarocco Discusses RDECOM Systems of Systems Integration (SOSI)
By Roddin, Michael I; Hermes, Cynthia D
On Feb. 7, 2007, BG Genaro Dellarocco, Deputy Commanding General (DCG) for the Research, Development and Engineering Command (RDECOM) SOSI, met with Army AL&T Magazine staff to discuss his organization's mission, initiatives and capabilities.
RDECOM SOSI takes its mission seriously: "To provide the right technology at the right place at the right time!" Here, SGT Nicholas Fate, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, relies on that technology to help him safely locate a weapons cache in a field near Mushahda, Iraq, last year. (U.S. Navy (USN) photo by MCI Michael Larson.)
RDECOM SOSI takes its mission seriously: "To provide the right technology at the right place at the right time!" Here, SGT Nicholas Fate, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, relies on that technology to help him safely locate a weapons cache in a field near Mushahda, Iraq, last year. (U.S. Navy (USN) photo by MCI Michael Larson.)
Army AL&T: How does RDECOM's mission, to provide "the right technology at the right place at the right time," translate directly or indirectly into support for combatant commanders [COCOMs] and their Soldiers on the battlefield?
Dellarocco: We've got a lot of initiatives in the pipeline in different stages of development and if we can make that piece of equipment or device better, and it works for the warfighter, it's on the battlefield as soon as possible. We have a fairly significant battlefield presence. We have the Science and Technology Acquisition Corps Advisor [STACA] who is part of the Multi-National Forces Iraq staff. We are now on our sixth one. These are past O-6 level commanders or program managers [PMs] who go downrange and have earned quite a positive reputation for providing information and support to the warfighter. They ensure the right technology is delivered at the right time in terms of being a gatekeeper for Iraq.
Sometimes the right time is a couple of years, particularly with basic technology research and new prototypes, which, for safety reasons, must be matured to the right level before we deploy it for Soldier use. The right place may be Afghanistan or some other location. We've discovered some new technology through JIEDDO [Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization] to take there for potential fielding. Not all technology works in the manner we hoped it would given variations in environmental conditions. Every technology has the right time and must go to the right place. When the technology is ready, we'll take it to the Soldier.
RDECOM has a global presence in 13 countries. This includes science advisors and International Technology Centers [ITCs]. We have three O-6 commands for international technology integration. They are globally located in Tokyo, Japan; London, England; and Santiago, Chile. We have scientists and engineers who go out to industry, academia and defense military organizations to talk to them and see what kind of technology they've developed that we can integrate into our own R&D [research and development] initiatives. Also, we have science advisors at each of the COCOMs. We put RDECOM FAST [Field Assistance in Science and Technology (S&T)] STATs [S&T Assistance Teams] in Iraq, and we're up to about 15 teams in country now. That's been a very successful program for us. These men and women have been around R&D institutions for years, they belong to our command and they support our mission. That's another piece of how we're actively supporting our warfighters and bringing technology to the field.
BG Dellarocco, DCG, RDECOM SOSI, discusses his organization's Joint collaborations with the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and the DOE, among others, during his interview with Army AL&T Magazine. (U.S. Army photo by Richard Mattox, Program Executive Office Enterprise Information Systems.)
We're also working with the Rapid Equipping Force [REF]. I serve as the Milestone Decision Authority for them. We work to directly support them, and we provide a lot of different types and levels of support. For instance, CBS Television just gave us permission to use the word "MacGyver." We're putting volunteers – civilian engineers and scientists – in direct support of units operating downrange in Iraq and calling them "MacGyver teams." So what are they going to do? Well, what did MacGyver do? They're going to help provide battlefield-expedient solutions.
RDECOM SOSI takes initiatives that are in their development pipeline and makes that piece of equipment or device better. If it meets Soldier requirements, it's on the battlefield as soon as possible. Here, SPC Joshua Milstead, 506th Regimental Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, performs a battle-site zero on his rifle at the small arms range at Forward Operating Base Rustimiyah, Iraq, last year. (USN photo by PH1 Bart A. Bauer.)
The REF has some shops over there and we're bending metal to see what works. We envision using these teams as much as a recruiting tool for civilians, engineers and scientists as for expedient resolution of emerging requirements on the ground in the desert.
Because RDECOM is at a crossroads of so many Army communities, and due to the complexity of the acquisition process when viewed across a broad range of commodities and technology maturity, we are forced to develop advanced processes and tools to help us get our job done. To address this, we have established an Enterprise Integrated Product Team [IPT] that focuses on system-of-system enabling processes and tools in the areas of Systems Engineering, Technology Demonstration, Modeling and Simulation [M&S] and Knowledge Management. This activity, coupled with our technology integration efforts, is enabling us to balance between Current and Future Force activities while achieving advancements in the way we operate. A great example is the STEM [Science and Technology Enterprise Management] knowledge management system. STEM is a collaborative effort across all the S&T Army commands and ASAALT [Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology] that enables us to view all of our S&T programs across multiple views, supports coordination for operations in theater, enables collaboration across multiple commodities and links us to the requirements activities in the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command [TRADOC] and in the program executive offices/program management offices (PEOs/PMOs).
Army AL&T: You mentioned the pipeline before. Historically, how do the requirements from the battlefield come into the pipeline?
Dellarocco: Requirements from the battlefield come to us in various forms, such as Joint Operational Needs Statements, Immediate Warfighter Needs, 10-liner requirements documents or something similar. They come in through our people, including the REF – who we send downrange -our STACAs, the STATs and feedback from just about any source, frankly, including various Army Materiel Command [AMC] sources. RDECOM Command Sergeant Major [CSM] Alcivar brought back many lessons learned. He was very active with the noncommissioned officers and other CSMs and put a structure in place to leverage their expertise that had been overlooked before. A lot of kudos go to him because he's been able to collect a lot of valuable data and feedback. He's got quite a network established and has done a really terrific job. We have an IPT that is focused on current operations support, and the FAST and the IPT work together along with the Agile Development Center. I just reorganized the staff and put a colonel over all the current operations/force activities, and we're spinning up to support more JIEDDO activities as well. We're going to become one of the major sources of support for JIEDDO through our R&D and S&T initiatives and breakthrough technology.
Army AL&T: Current indicators estimate that 80 percent of the Army's S&T enterprise is being managed by RDECOM. What are some of the key S&T initiatives that RDECOM is working on for the Army, especially the new SOSI initiative? What comprises SOSI and how is it benefiting the Army's technology integration across Future Combat Systems [FCS]?
Dellarocco: We're a staff element technically focused on resource information and a catalyst to bring technology in, get it evaluated – a clearinghouse if you will. Our command is 13,000 strong with another 5,000 contractors within the lab structure and we're located all over the United States. What isn't widely known is that we have an agreement and reachback capability with the Department of Energy [DOE]. We're associated with nine of their labs directly and we do a lot of collaboration work with them. We've been fostering that relationship for the last 4 years. We're working a lot in terms of interagency collaboration as well, and we've teamed with the Navy on some critical projects. Last summer, we formally engaged with the Office of Naval Research. RADM William E. Landay III, Chief of Naval Research, and MG Roger A. Nadeau, CG RDECOM, reviewed potential programs for collaboration. When we performed the data call, it resulted in 17 pages of collaboration programs. Previously, no one knew that because it was a lot of engineers talking to engineers. We're reaching out to the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Air Force as well, to see where potential exists for collaborative efforts and where we can share test results, research and technology transference. We already do a lot of collaboration with \the Marines, and we're seeking to expand that relationship by establishing formal ties with my Marine counterpart.
We do everything from tactical evaluations to strategic road maps and support the ASAALT staff in that regard. We support Chief Scientist Dr. Thomas H. Killion and his staff in executing his goals and functions. We are organizing an initiative to support the Army Experimentation Task Force [AETF] at Fort Bliss, TX. This office was originally established to support FCS – and then the war occurred. Our focus then shifted to the current fight. What we're now doing – although we still have a lot of dual-use type developments with FCS in supporting spinout technology and rapid fielding – is we're supporting other critical projects as well. We're now getting organized to support FCS and TRADOC AETF efforts at Fort Bliss. It's an 8-year project. We're spinning up to do that and provide on-site support to various organizations developing technology for Soldiers. We provide a lot of other support such as M&S, training aids and technology development in integrating many of their systems.
We have numerous Cooperative Research and Development Agreements – more than 300 – with universities and colleges throughout the country and a few overseas. We're in just about every aspect of industry as well. One notable out of the Army Research Lab [ARL] is the Army Research Office [ARO] in Triangle Park, NC. ARL and ARO have been in existence since World War II, so they have a rich heritage of supporting Army R&D and S&T initiatives.
We've contributed to about 17 Nobel laureates. [See related story on Page 76 of this issue.] We've funded, in part and at some point in their careers, some of the research that went into their award- winning studies. Of course, we fund a lot of research at universities and in the private sector as well. We also contribute to a lot of patents and venture capital-type resourcing where appropriate. The Small Business Innovation Research [SBIR] program is also part of our organization. SBIR was just realigned from ARL to SOSI within RDECOM this past fall and we are formally embracing the process. There is a lot of room for growing a better return on investment [ROI] and we're taking some positive steps to do that for the Army. I think we can probably increase our ROI fairly well in the next few years by applying Lean Six Sigma principles and techniques. We've looked at all of our processes to see what we could improve. We found areas where we could improve and refine our business processes so that we can spend our money more efficiently. This will benefit everything from patents to platform interjections to battlefield solutions, near term. It's an interesting program with unlimited room for development, and we're just now scratching the surface.
As far as S&T initiatives go, RDECOM takes science fiction and brings it to reality. That's the essence of a lot of our research in our labs and our Research, Development and Engineering Centers [RDECs]. Some of the scientific discoveries are literally stuff that you might have read about in comic books or science fiction magazines, or saw on television or in movies over the years. Additionally, the Army's Greatest Inventions program is managed here at RDECOM. We do basic research (6.1) – that's where a lot of this stuff comes from. During 6.2 research, we get the application going and then get the platform integration in 6.3 and 6.4. We bring science fiction to reality using the right technology and finding the right place for it at the right time, all to fulfill battlefield requirements that benefit our Soldiers.
Army AL&T: You mentioned ITCs. How is the ITC presence actually manifested in technology integration and the research support that you're doing for specific organizations?
Dellarocco: Our robust ITC presence accomplishes several things. The fact that we have a uniformed O-6 representing RDECOM, AMC and the Army to become the technology ambassador, the intent from a strategic standpoint is that it provides us a presence and a line of communication for many different international companies, government agencies, universities and ministries of defense. So it's another avenue where the ITCs contribute to the warfight by offering up their techniques or technologies to us for us to evaluate and see if we can adopt that technology to existing field requirements or future projects. We have a process to integrate, evaluate and then send those techniques or technologies to one of our RDECs or laboratories for further understanding of what the technology actually does. Occasionally, we buy things directly from overseas and field them for a particular mission, solving technology challenges that way. We also work with academia within a particular country. Our guys are out there talking about technology development from the standpoint of meeting immediate Soldier requirements. What the host country gains are:
* Political benefits with interaction between the U.S. and the host country on a scientific level.
* Respect and intellect ability of scientists in the international world.
* Joining of the brightest science-minded people on a truly inspirational collaboration effort in one location.
* Economic impacts if we adopt something and go into a joint venture or buy something from them based on their technology development.
So there are a lot of win-win situations out there that we foster in the R&D and S&T communities.
Army AL&T: In your experience, have other countries or companies been pretty forthcoming with their technology?
Dellarocco: They come forward with it generally. It's proprietary in many cases, and we understand the rules that are associated with that. That's what they hope for; they want us to buy their technology because it works. A lot of the innovative technological development is evolving and is no longer based solely in the United States or a few other technologically advanced countries. It's a global market economy. Just look at the tremendous technological innovations and products coming out of China, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, India, Europe and Australia, among others. All those countries have great technology bases. We monitor and look at them, establish relationships to understand the technology and try to leverage their technology to benefit our Soldiers on the battlefield. It's the same way in Europe where there are dozens of countries that have special niches – everything from software writing to lens grinding. This is also true of Canada, South America and Mexico. We had not really looked at Latin America as being a source of technology, but Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Chile have a fairly robust technology development capability. Having a presence there shows that we're interested in their economy and the way they do business. There are some geopolitical positive spinoffs as well to establishing these working relationships.
Army AL&T: We are hearing a lot of buzz about AMC's Rapid Support Network [RSN] and we know that RDECOM is a major catalyst behind that. How is AMC leveraging RDECOM's procedures and capabilities into a focused, integrated and responsive network concentrating the AL&T community's robust S&T capabilities to meet immediate warfighting needs through the RSN?
Dellarocco: We have a gap within the support structure of AMC and within the Army. PEOs and PMs have a pretty robust process and support network. In AMC, they are called Life Cycle Management Commands [LCMCs]. There we put several organizations together to support the PEOs/PMOs who are developing equipment, communications systems and weapons platforms for our Soldiers and the logistics systems that will sustain them. We feed the technology into the PMs via the RDECs and industry and that's how they get supported. We have a group of customers such as the REF, the Asymmetric Warfare Group, JIEDDO and Technology Support Working Group that have requirements for support and materiel solutions and have funding. When they come in with a funded requirement, where do they get their support from? Well, each LCMC is assigned particular customers to support. To complicate this process even further, many of these customers cross several LCMC competencies. For instance, the REF and JIEDDO touch just about every lab we have on the R&D side and they touch a lot of PEOs and PMs as well.
RDECOM's MacGyver teams are going to provide battlefield- expedient solutions to meet Soldier requirements on the ground in Iraq and Afghanistan. Here, Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 377th Parachute Field Artillery Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, fire their M119A1 105mm Towed Howitzer during a fire mission outside Forward Operating Base Kalsu, Iraq, last November. (U.S. Army photo by SSG Sean A. Foley.)
So what was the AMC structure to support this very small, but high-profile, group of customers with direct impact on the battlefield? Previously, we weren't organized to do that. But now, the RSN does two things. First of all, it establishes a process for life-cycle management of rapid acquisition that didn't exist before. AMC is a great command. It has a tremendous logistics reputation and capability. It also has a tremendous R&D and S&T capability – both are well known and respected worldwide. What is not widely known, but is germane to the very foundation of the command, is their contracting capability. The acquisition centers support every PEO and PM in the Army. So we needed to harness all three of those major command capabilities into a process to support these special customers and to do it rapidly, given the vital nature of their business. That was the intent behind the RSN. It's embryonic, and we're still writing the processes for it. So the RSN will fill the void for life-cycle management of those types of customer requirements. We'll manage it here out of SOSI, in coordination with the AMC G-3. It's pretty interesting stuff.
Army AL&T: I don't th\ink our readers have a firm grasp of what SOSI is and what it does. In just a few sentences, could you summarize basically what SOSI is and the support that you're providing?
Soldiers depend on the Army's corporate laboratory to deliver the scientific discoveries, technological advances and analyses that provide warfighters the capabilities with which to execute full- spectrum operations. ARL's investment portfolio is focused on maturing technologies for transition to the RDECs, PEOs/PMOs and Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC). Here (inset), an ARL scientist experiments with emerging laser technology. (U.S. Army photo courtesy of ARL.) A Soldier from 1st Brigade Combat Team, 125th Field Artillery Regiment, Minnesota Army National Guard, practices firing a nonlethal laser in preparation for a convoy support mission, Scania, Iraq, last November. Technology he is using in the field today is a result of ARL research conducted at an RDEC or ATEC facility. (U.S. Army photo by 1LT John Mastbergen.)
Dellarocco: We're a staff element of RDECOM Headquarters. SOSI was created for integration of all technologies that are being worked on within RDECOM labs. The hope is we will be able to eliminate duplicated efforts between the separate RDECOM organizations as well as save time and money. We evaluate technology integration and provide mission information for the warfighter and decision makers. As you can imagine, there's a lot of information to process, evaluate and then translate into potential capabilities. We evaluate it, disseminate it and package it. The future of land warfare depends on the Army's ability to incorporate S&T into the Future Force. Lots of coordination is involved – that's the integration aspect. From a SOSI aspect, we touch just about every platform the Army has in one way or another. We are consolidating S&T efforts that accelerate FCS technology transition.
SOSI's organizational mission is to deliver the right technology information at the right time – for the decision maker and the warfighter. To accomplish this wide-ranging mission, some key SOSI initiatives focus on technology integration and capability assessment by leveraging the global technology base; enterprise- wide tools, processes and capabilities; and integrating M&S and technology demonstration activities.
Now, do we touch missiles? Yes, but we don't do a lot of R&D with the missile defense guys per se. We do have a missile capability that does transcend that. Do we do medical? Well, yes, we support the medical community as well. We collaborate with the RDECs and the Medical Research and Materiel Command, but they have their own R&D- focused activities. That's part of SOSI's coordination efforts.
Army AL&T: You mentioned before that RDECOM serves as a clearing- house for information, especially technology information. How is that information integrated among the PEO and LCMC communities?
Dellarocco: My predecessor, BG Mark Brown, gets all the credit for establishing that process. We've got a lot of commodities, including survivability, and stood up 11 IPTs, stretching from hardware to software to information technology integration. The IPTs have membership from the TRADOC and LCMC community and the other services as appropriate. Working together, the IPTs perform technology assessments and develop road maps to work things around. The DOE is also part of our IPT. Some of the IPTs are small, about 40-50 people, while others are more than 150. All told, the 11 IPTs tap about 800 people on any given day. We put the information together from every source, from the international guys to the guys buying the newspapers. We look at this information, determine what's useful and then pass it to the people who actually have the authority to make decisions, whether it's the lab, the ASAALT staff or other decision makers.
Army AL&T: What total dollar amount is expended annually by RDECOM for basic S&T research? How much is spent on applied research? How much is spent on advanced technology development?
Dellarocco: While our annual operating budget exceeds $5 billion, about half of our S&T budget is Congressional Adds and it's well over a billion dollars. The President's Budget, coupled with the Congressional Adds, is really the core of our S&T and R&D funding. Another very large mission and part of our budget is engineering matrix support, which surpasses the budget levels of our S&T. So we have two very large mission areas. We provide the engineering support for most of the PEOs and PMOs in the Army, as well as for other defense agencies that may come in with reimbursables to hire our talents. We provide a good source of engineering support. So when you think about the 13,000-plus employees, a lot of them provide PEO/PMO support and that's in the neighborhood of about $1.7 billion annually. It's a pretty hefty budget, but then again, we touch every aspect of AL&T one way or another, directly or in support, to get the right technology at the right place at the right time. And we have fun bringing science fiction to reality. This is the best job for a new one star that the Army Acquisition Corps has to offer, and I'm extremely proud of what the SOSI family does to support our COCOMs and Soldiers at the "tip of the spear" every day!
We're putting volunteers – civilian engineers and scientists – in direct support of units operating downrange in Iraq and calling them "MacGyver teams." They're going to help provide battlefield- expedient solutions. The REF has some shops over there and we're bending metal to see what works.
We evaluate technology integration and provide mission information for the warfighter and decision makers. The future of land warfare depends on the Army's ability to incorporate S&T into the Future Force.
I'm extremely proud of what the SOSI family does to support our COCOMs and Soldiers at the "tip of the spear" every day!
MICHAEL I. RODDIN is the U.S. Army Acquisition Support Center Strategic Communications Director and Army AL&T Magazine Editor-in- Chief. He has B.S. degrees in English and journalism from the University of Maine and an M.A. in marketing from the University of Southern California. Roddin is a former Army Advertising Program Manager and three-time Army Keith L. Ware Journalism Award recipient. In 2005, he was selected by the Secretary of the Army for Editor-of-the-Year Honors.
CYNTHIA D. HERMES is Executive Editor of Army AL&T Magazine. In her 27 years of government service, she has worked as an editor for both the Army and Navy. Hermes previously worked at the Navy Tactical Support Activity (NTSA) editing U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aircraft procedural and tactical manuals. She was also a program analyst at NTSA managing the government contract for file conversion of these manuals from print to CD-ROM and overseeing mass CD-ROM production and distribution.
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I'm also kind of surprised that they arent taking care of this sooner. My son had an undescended testicle that was due to a hernia. I had seen a urologist and they told me if he was ever in pain or had swelling to bring him to the er. Well, sure enough, one day his hernia started to bulge and we had to go the er. While there, they were able to compress it and my son wasn't in pain anymore. They gave him a dose of oxycodone(sp?) for the pain. If they weren't able to compress it, they would have done emergency surgery.
I know it's not the same thing, but I do remember the pediatrician worrying that he had a hydrocele and we were transfered to Children's Hospital.
I'm not trying to freak you out but I would be a little pushy with the doctors... If your son is in pain, he shouldn't have to wait a week, yk.
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