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12 U.S. Code § 1784 - Examination of insured credit unions
(a) Examiners and claim agents; powers; report by examiner; jurisdiction of court
The Board shall appoint examiners who shall have power, on its behalf, to examine any insured credit union, any credit union making application for insurance of its member accounts, or any closed insured credit union whenever in the judgment of the Board an examination is necessary to determine the condition of any such credit union for insurance purposes. Each examiner shall have power to make a thorough examination of all of the affairs of the credit union and shall make a full and detailed report of the condition of the credit union to the Board. The Board in like manner shall appoint claim agents who shall have power to investigate and examine all claims for insured member accounts. Each claim agent shall have power to administer oaths and affirmations, to examine and to take and preserve testimony under oath as to any matter in respect to claims for insured accounts, and to issue subpenas and subpenas duces tecum and, for the enforcement thereof, to apply to the United States district court for the judicial district or the United States court in any territory in which the principal office of the credit union is located or in which the witness resides or carries on business. Such courts shall have jurisdiction and power to order and require compliance with any such subpena.
(b) Power of Board; jurisdiction of court
In connection with examinations of insured credit unions, or with other types of investigations to determine compliance with applicable law and regulations, the Board, or its designated representatives, shall have power to administer oaths and affirmations, to examine and to take and preserve testimony under oath as to any matter in respect of the affairs of any such credit union, and to issue subpenas and subpenas duces tecum and to exercise such other powers as are set forth in section 1786 (p) of this title and, for the enforcement thereof, to apply to the United States district court for the judicial district or the United States Court in any territory in which the principal office of the credit union is located or in which the witness resides or carries on business. Such courts shall have jurisdiction and power to order and require compliance with any such subpena.
(c) Court orders enforcing subpenas; immunity
In cases of refusal to obey a subpena issued to, or contumacy by, any person, the Board may invoke the aid of any court of the United States within the jurisdiction of which such hearing, examination, or investigation is carried on, or where such person resides or carries on business, in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of books, records, or other papers. Such court may issue an order requiring such person to appear before the Board, or before a person designated by it, there to produce records, if so ordered, or to give testimony touching the matter in question. Any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as a contempt thereof. All process in any such case may be served in the judicial district whereof such person is an inhabitant or carries on business or wherever he may be found. No person shall be excused from attending and testifying or from producing books, records, or other papers in obedience to a subpena issued under the authority of this subchapter on the ground that the testimony or evidence, documentary or otherwise, required of him may tend to incriminate him or subject him to penalty or forfeiture, but no individual shall be prosecuted or subject to any penalty or forfeiture for or on account of any transaction, matter, or thing concerning which he is compelled to testify or produce evidence, documentary or otherwise, after having claimed his privilege against self-incrimination, except that such individual so testifying shall not be exempt from prosecution and punishment for perjury committed in so testifying.
(d) Administration acceptance of State board reports; reports of Board furnished to State board
The Administration may accept any report of examination made by or to any commission, board, or authority having supervision of a State-chartered credit union and may furnish to any such commission, board, or authority reports of examination made on behalf of the Board.
(e) Flood insurance compliance by insured credit unions
(1) Examination
The Board shall, during each examination conducted under this section, determine whether the insured credit union is complying with the requirements of the national flood insurance program.
(2) Report
(A) Requirement
Not later than 1 year after September 23, 1994, and biennially thereafter for the next 4 years, the Board shall submit a report to the Congress on compliance by insured credit unions with the requirements of the national flood insurance program.
(B) Contents
The report shall include a description of the methods used to determine compliance, the number of insured credit unions examined during the reporting year, a listing and total number of insured credit unions found not to be in compliance, actions taken to correct incidents of noncompliance, and an analysis of compliance, including a discussion of any trends, patterns, and problems, and recommendations regarding reasonable actions to improve the efficiency of the examinations processes.
(f) Access to liquidity
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(1) periodically assess the potential liquidity needs of each insured credit union, and the options that the credit union has available for meeting those needs; and
(g) Sharing information with Federal reserve banks
The Board shall, for the purpose of facilitating insured credit unions' access to liquidity, make available to the Federal reserve banks (subject to appropriate assurances of confidentiality) information relevant to making advances to such credit unions, including the Board's reports of examination.
Source(June 26, 1934, ch. 750, title II, § 204, as added Pub. L. 91–468, § 1(3),Oct. 19, 1970, 84 Stat. 1001; amended Pub. L. 95–630, title V, § 502(b),Nov. 10, 1978, 92 Stat. 3681; Pub. L. 101–73, title IX, § 915(a),Aug. 9, 1989, 103 Stat. 486; Pub. L. 103–325, title V, § 529(b),Sept. 23, 1994, 108 Stat. 2266; Pub. L. 105–219, title III, § 303,Aug. 7, 1998, 112 Stat. 934; Pub. L. 109–351, title VII, § 726(13),Oct. 13, 2006, 120 Stat. 2002.)
2006—Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 109–351substituted "such other powers" for "such others powers".
1998—Subsecs. (f), (g). Pub. L. 105–219added subsecs. (f) and (g).
1994—Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 103–325added subsec. (e).
1989—Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101–73, § 915(a)(1), inserted "or with other types of investigations to determine compliance with applicable law and regulations," after "insured credit unions,".
Pub. L. 101–73, § 915(a)(2), which directed the insertion of "and to exercise such others powers as are set forth in section 1786 (p) of this title" after "subpena duces tecum", was executed by making the insertion after "subpenas duces tecum", as the probable intent of Congress.
1978—Pub. L. 95–630substituted "Board" for "Administrator" wherever appearing, and "it" and "its" for "him" and "his", respectively, where appropriate.
Effective Date of 1978 Amendment
Amendment by Pub. L. 95–630effective on expiration of 120 days after Nov. 10, 1978, and transitional provisions, see section 509 ofPub. L. 95–630, set out as a note under section 1752 of this title.
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Posted 14 December 2006 - 04:36 PM
Mam's Fish House in Kuau (outside Paia) is always great (great ocean views, too). Be sure to have the Black Pearl dessert.
Interested in finding the best (top rated) restaurants in Maui. Am interested in the best places to eat in terms of fine dining, as well as really good local and low key places. Am staying on the West side of the Island (Kaanapali) but willing to travel for food. Thanks!
You can't go wrong at Roy's either (there's a Roy's Kahana Bar and Roy's Niccolina on the West Side and a Roy's in Kihei).
If you like sushi, go to either the Sanmi Sushi Restaurants at Kapalua or in Kihei.
Upcountry in Haliimaile is the Haliimaile General Store.
On the South end of Maui (Wailea), the Humuhumunukunukuapuaa Restaurant is very popular. It's in the Grand Wailea Resort (you'll probably spot some Hollywood celebs dining there, too).
Cheap and low key...Da Kitchen in Kihei. Plentiful local style food. Mostly take out (although they have seating). Good to take their plate lunches to the beach.
The ubiquitous L&L Drive-Inns have plate lunches also. They're all over the place (in Lahaina, there's one in the Lahaina Cannery Mall). In that same food court is Ba Le which makes great banh mi sandwiches.
Edited by miulang, 14 December 2006 - 04:38 PM.
Posted 17 December 2006 - 05:03 PM
We also really enjoyed lunch at Aloha Mixed Plate in Lahaina. Ignore the touristy name; the food is really good.
We were staying with friends who live in Kihei, but unfortunately we didn't find any food in Kihei itself too exceptional.
Have fun!
Posted 17 December 2006 - 11:41 PM
My personal "must do" while on Maui is eat guri-guri from Tasaka Guri-Guri in Maui Mall. It's a creamy sherbert that's not hard like regular sherbert. It's soft and so 'ono!
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Posted 03 February 2007 - 08:56 AM
Azeka's closed last year. Read about it here.
If your condo has a BBQ on the grounds, I might suggest picking up some Azeka ribs for the grill. Ono grinds.
Posted 24 February 2007 - 08:16 PM
Longhis decent Italian in a fun atmsohere food is solid, service is good. Reccomend Lahainna location. Mamas fish house is always good.
Get plate lunch - Lao lao ( sp.) or mahi mahi plate ,kahlua pork at the L & L one in waliea and in cannery mall. ( this is local, cheap and good) Isn't there a Nick's fish market in Waliea Had a great meal at Nick's. Food was good. Service was amazing. Sushi at the prince is good too.
Stella blues has great breakfast.
But my favorite.......buy some ahi poki at the star market and a six pack and watch the sunset. I like the spicy but they are all good. Sensei is a worthy dining experience and is on your side of the island. It is small expect to wait - it is worth it
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Posted 20 March 2007 - 07:18 PM
Azeka's closed last year. Read about it here.
If your condo has a BBQ on the grounds, I might suggest picking up some Azeka ribs for the grill. Ono grinds.
Sadly it did...and I miss it so....but for things similar and the best beef teriyaki on Maui, you gotta go and try Takamiya's in the Happy Valley section of Wailuku. It is Market Street almost at the end before the road curves up into the mountains. DA BEST! Don't forget the Ahi Poke...its a great snack while you are bbq ing up those short ribs or beef teriyaki.
Posted 08 April 2007 - 06:58 AM
YES to Da Kitchen, General Store. I'd add David Paul's to it as well, and the bar at the Four Seasons.
Breakfast at Polli's one day, post-bike ride, was fun: "Come In Or We'll Both Starve." Words to live by.
More words to live by, at Kihei Caffe: "Sleep. Grind. Beach."
Posted 30 April 2007 - 06:05 PM
Gerard's in Lahaina is mentioned in both Frommer's and Fodor's as one of the best.
I thought Humuhumunukunukuapuaa was a little overrated. OK food, small portions, expensive. But their fishtank is beautiful.
Second the mention for Nick's Fishmarket. Excellent service, very good food.
Posted 01 May 2007 - 10:03 AM
at Spago? I too love it!
I enjoyed Nick's as well, I was amazed at how many people were serving our table
I kind of lost track. Their flaming desserts are fun.
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 07:36 PM
Aloha ejw50! Sounds like you had a good trip. Can you tell us about your dinner(s)
at Spago? I too love it!
I enjoyed Nick's as well, I was amazed at how many people were serving our table
I kind of lost track. Their flaming desserts are fun.
It was a year ago; I wish I remembered the details. One one night I had the steak and another the lamb. My wife had fish both times. We both thought it was the best meals we had in Maui.
We bought "Wolfgang Puck Makes it Easy" autographed, and a bunch of things in our meal were in the book. This includes the Pineapple upsidedown cake, the potato purees, and a few of the marinades (inculding soy-mint one).
Posted 10 July 2008 - 01:16 AM
Everything has been good to excellent and the waitstaff are friendly and attentive.
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Posted 25 January 2009 - 01:53 PM
Duo and Spago at the Four Seasons are reliably good, but not cheap. Sarento in Kihei has a good Italian menu and wine list. Nick's Fish Market in the Fairmont is a bit over-rated...just OK in my book.
I agree with the Spago thought, I have a reservation there for early March. I also have a lunch reservation for Hailiimaile General Store which is more than worth the drive from wherever you might be staying. I think the name is Kincha in the Grand Wailea (if not it's similar) that is a really nice Japanese restaurant, I've eaten there a few times and like it very much. One time I was really sick (bummeroo on vacation but the staff babied me and took such good care of me it was outstanding!
Joe's is also good (in the tennis center at Wailea) another Bev Gannon restaurant. They serve martini's over glasses filled with ice nice presentation. I'm going to try Mala in the Marriott as well during the trip over.
For Spago I would just say "let the chef cook for me" and see what he does whatever it will be beautiful, flavorful and completely inspiring.
Ervin D. Williams 9/1/1921 - 6/8/2004
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Posted 26 January 2009 - 01:20 AM
Uggh. Boy has it changed. Profoundly inattentive waiter, 40 minutes before bread and water reaches the table, sloooowwwwwww service. Pours communion-sized doses of unchilled pinot grigio and disappears with the bottle!
Food was OK, but the whole experience was a disaster.
Edited by gfweb, 26 January 2009 - 01:22 AM.
Posted 28 January 2009 - 09:54 AM
at the restaurant say when you told them? I'm always interested in that aspect
of an unsatisfactory experience.
I'm going anyway.
Ervin D. Williams 9/1/1921 - 6/8/2004
Posted 28 January 2009 - 10:51 AM
When the host complained about the slow service he got an entirely unsatisfactory answer from the waiter about computer problems.
Others in our group had similar bad experiences on other days.
Go at your own risk.
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any suggestions for a couple of lunches, dinners, both local and international cuisine?
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Vault-Tec bobblehead figures are promotional Vault-Tec items in Fallout 3 and Fallout 4.
Twenty of them can be found in the Capital Wasteland. Once found, the bobbleheads can be stored on a Bobblehead collector's stand in the Megaton house or in the Tenpenny Tower suite. Although they are found in the game files, Vault-Tec Bobbleheads do not appear in Fallout: New Vegas. Bobbleheads make a return in Fallout 4.
Bobbleheads are only encountered within the Capital Wasteland, and not, for example, in any of the other Vaults of the West Coast. This may suggest that the Vault-Tec bobblehead range was an exclusive item to the East Coast and not a line of permanent Vault-Tec merchandise. The idea of the bobbleheads being a piece of exclusive Vault-Tec merchandise is supported by a computer terminal found within Vault-Tec HQ. The computer provides a list of 'orderable' merchandise such as clothing and lunchboxes, but when a bobblehead is requested the terminal reports that they are only available to executive staff. However, a letter from Vault-Tec (addressed to the Gomez Family who also appears within Vault 101) can be found in a mailbox in Springvale that says "Be sure to present this letter to your Vault-Tec representative to receive your special, commemorative Vault Boy bobble-head toy!".
Two of the Fallout 3 achievements and trophies involve collecting Vault Boy Bobbleheads. The first achievement or trophy is named Yes, I Play with Dolls and is awarded for collecting 10 of them, players then earn the second achievement/trophy called Vault-Tec C.E.O. for finding all 20 of them.
Each of the Vault-Tec bobbleheads in Fallout 3 permanently increases one of the 7 S.P.E.C.I.A.L. statistics by 1 point, or one of the 13 skills of the player character by 10 points. The bobbleheads will not increase a statistic beyond the maximum of 10 (S.P.E.C.I.A.L.) or 100 (skills). Keep that in mind when planning a character, or their bonuses may be wasted. It is inadvisable to max out any S.P.E.C.I.A.L.s before collecting the bobbleheads, as any that are collected afterwards will have the bonuses wasted.
With the addition of the new Almost Perfect perk that becomes available when level 30 is reached, (Broken Steel add-on required) it is tempting for advanced players to wait until they can use this perk, then collect all Bobbleheads. This is because Almost Perfect raises all of the PC's S.P.E.C.I.A.L. to 9, so collecting all bobbleheads after taking the perk makes all stats raise to 10. This requires waiting until level 30, however, which could handicap one for most of the game. One should weigh the benefits of higher stats now (more skill points from high Intelligence, access to various perks) against having a "perfect score" later on.
Fallout 3Edit
For videos showing Bobblehead locations, see the bottom of this article.
Bobbleheads marked with an asterisk (*) can become unobtainable. Please refer to the respective articles for detailed information.
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|Bobblehead - Strength *
|Megaton: Lucas Simms' house, on the desk in the bedroom (the door to your immediate left at the top of stairs) on the second floor. His house is directly to the right when you enter Megaton.
|Bobblehead - Perception
|Republic of Dave: In the Museum of Dave, on a bookshelf to the right of the room.
|Bobblehead - Endurance
|Deathclaw Sanctuary: Inside entrance, down the ramp, on a small platform next to the rotting brahmin corpse.
|Bobblehead - Charisma
|Vault 108: Cloning Lab, in the middle of that map, on top of a table in a large room with four beds in the central room, south of the clinic room.
|Bobblehead - Intelligence
|Rivet City: Science lab, downstairs on one of the tables in the center of the lab, next to the lockers. The science lab can be reached through the midship deck or upper deck.
|Bobblehead - Agility
|Greener Pastures Disposal Site: In the office, on the desk next to an Average locked terminal.
|Bobblehead - Luck
|Arlington Cemetery North: In the Arlington House on a hill near the center of the cemetery. It is on a shelf in the basement.
|Base ID
|Bobblehead - Barter
|Evergreen Mills: Bazaar, in a dark cave/nook in the corner of the room to the right of Smiling Jack. Jump over the work bench, it's on the right-most shelves.
|Bobblehead - Big Guns
|Fort Constantine: CO Quarters (little bungalow), in the basement. It is in an open safe along with some caps, and the ICBM launchcode.
|Bobblehead - Energy Weapons *
|Raven Rock: On the right desk in Colonel Autumn's bedroom: after you pass the huge door from section 2B to 2C, when two Enclave soldiers come out of the right door, take the left door.
|Bobblehead - Explosives
|WKML Broadcast Station: Sealed Cistern, the sewer (manhole cover) behind the station. The manhole cover is tucked into the rocks. (See page for image)
|Bobblehead - Lockpick
|Bethesda ruins: Bethesda Offices East, second floor: on a desk under a safe, with an active lamp.
|Bobblehead - Medicine *
|Vault 101: Before you take your G.O.A.T. or during Escape!, it can be found on your dad's medical desk. During Trouble on the Homefront, it is in the clinic's back room on a cart.
|Bobblehead - Melee Weapons
|Dunwich Building: Go through the Dunwich Building to get to the Forsaken Dunwich Ruins which lead to the Virulent Underchambers. It will be in the center of a room near the exit to Dunwich Building mixed in with some cans and bottles.
|Bobblehead - Repair *
|Arefu: Evan King's house (requires 50 Lockpick, no Karma cost). As soon as you enter, look to your left. It is on the white table.
|Bobblehead - Science
|Vault 106: After entering the Vault, move downstairs and enter the Living Quarters. Once in the Living Quarters take a left, cross the small bridge in the atrium, then take a right and enter the second door on your left. Follow this hall all the way to the end, kill the insane survivor and cross the room to where the Bobblehead is located.
|Bobblehead - Small Guns
|National Guard depot: National Guard Armory, sitting on a shelf in the sealed storage room in the basement. The switch for the utility door to access the armory is found on the 3rd floor that can only be reached by going through the Depot Training Wing and Depot Offices.
|Bobblehead - Sneak
|Yao guai tunnels: Yao guai den, on top of a metal box north east of the big pool of water.
|Bobblehead - Speech
|Paradise Falls: Eulogy's Pad, on the table right next to the terminal.
|Bobblehead - Unarmed
|Rockopolis: An unmarked location due west of Smith Casey's Garage, and due north of Girdershade. The entrance (a large boulder) is below a party banner that is lit up at night. The bobblehead is next to Argyle's body.
Point LookoutEdit
In the Point Lookout add-on, several "fake" bobbleheads appear (called Schmault-Tec bubbleheads) during a hallucination sequence as part of the main questline (after getting sprayed with the Mother Punga fumes). These are identical in appearance to normal bobbleheads but are larger in size. They cannot be added to inventory but give taunting, sarcastic messages. For instance, when finding the Luck Bubblehead, it says, "Dead mother, life in a post-nuclear Wasteland and not a friend in it. Yeah, you aren't exactly blessed," When finding the Charisma Bubblehead, there are birthday balloons, and a skeleton on an operating table labeled "Mom." There is a Schmault-Tec Bubblehead for every S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stat, but none for skills. See the gallery for all seven images and their messages.
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- In the Vault-Tec headquarters, there is a terminal at which employees before the war could get bobbleheads for a deduction from their paycheck. However, by 2277, the bobbleheads have run out of stock. Furthermore, the terminal also says that bobbleheads can only be bought by executives.
- Bobbleheads acquired through console commands cannot be put on the bobblehead stand, and do not count towards any of the bobblehead-related achievements.
- However, bobbleheads created via "player.placeatme" console command could be picked with a related achievement and could be put on a bobblehead stand.
- Bobbleheads from TestQAItems can not be put on a bobblehead stand.
- Regardless of where the bobbleheads are found, they are all wearing Vault 101 jumpsuits.
- Although bobbleheads do not appear in Fallout New Vegas, the snow globes serve as the game's collectibles, just as the bobbleheads do in Fallout 3.
- The Charisma bobblehead is seen in a workshop in the first trailer for Fallout 4.
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- The bobbleheads were also used as a Fallout 3 promotional item by Bethesda Softworks and are included in the Collector's Edition of the game. They are identical to the ones in-game, but are shorter and in a generic standing-with-arms-folded pose.
- In the video game RAGE, it is possible to acquire a Vault Boy bobblehead, signifying the company's relationship with Bethesda being the publisher of RAGE.
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The following outlines the event/facility reservation policy for UMass Lowell. It covers events occurring in all academic event locations, including:
These spaces are scheduled by Conference & Event Services at 978-934-3888. Contact Conference & Event Services (CES) for information on the scheduling of any other University facility not listed.
Reservation Priority: These facilities are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations shall be made through the CES. The CES reserves the right to assign or move events to the best available space if the requested space is unavailable. Reservations may be cancelled or moved per order of the Chancellor's Office.
Single-Point-of-Contact Reservation Procedures: All non-academic, event scheduling of University facilities is to be managed by the CES in collaboration with the Office of Student Activities, Athletics, Media Services and the Facilities Department. The CES will process all reservations for designated event spaces as noted above. Classrooms are to be scheduled in cooperation with the University Registrar's office.
All Space/Event requests will be submitted to the CES office. Event Sponsors will submit a Reservation Request at firstname.lastname@example.com, or via phone at 978-934-3888. CES will confirm availability of the space and forward each request to the appropriate event services department (i.e., Facilities, Police, Media, IT). As appropriate, those departments will return an estimate of cost or hours required for items such as transportation of equipment, set up/tear down, clean up, police, etc. CES will contact the sponsoring entity for approval of appropriate charges as found in the pricing Guide within this document. Once approved, CES will provide a written quote of cost and services, process payments.
The CES will initiate a Memorandum of Agreement with all external event sponsors once an oral agreement has been reached.
For the purposes of this policy, a special event is a planned, non-class gathering of 10 or more people, and/or one that is held in a designated event area.
Event Sponsors/Requestors: Requests for reservations may be submitted by student clubs and organizations, academic and administrative departments, and external entities. Individuals may make reservations only as a representative of one of these entities. All student clubs and organizations must process their requests through Student Activities. Sponsors must designate an individual who will serve as the primary event contact for University Special Events. If the University is a sponsor or co-sponsor, a University contact should be named. This contact will be the sponsor's single point of contact with the University for planning, and a sponsor representative must be in attendance at the event.
Allowable Events: In general, events occurring on campus, other than at the ICC, should be in accordance with the University mission. Events sponsored by organizations or companies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Personal or private events are allowed with approval from the Chancellor's Office. UMass Lowell facilities may not be used in violation of federal or state laws.
Submitting a Request: A reservation request form must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the date of an event, four to six weeks for events serving alcohol. Requests coming in later than that will not be guaranteed approval.
Major programs, such as concerts or conferences, require one-month advance submission of a reservation. Submitting this form is not a guarantee that a particular space is available. All necessary signatures and approvals are expected upon submission.
University facilities are generally available for use between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 12 a.m. during the week and until 1 a.m. on weekend nights. The University reserves the right to restrict or deny room reservation requests on special days such as holidays.
Requestors will receive a determination regarding their request within five business days.
Cancellations by Sponsor: If it is necessary to cancel an event that has had space reserved, the sponsor should contact the CES at 978-934-3888 or email@example.com immediately so that another group can use that room. If a cancellation occurs less than 48 hours prior to the event, the event sponsor may still be responsible for charges.
Fees: Event sponsors will be required to pay for event services as determined by the Chancellor's Office and Administration and Finance. Rates are subject to change. Please contact Conference and Events Services for pricing at 978-934-3888.
Force of Nature/Cancellation by University: Please refer to Appendix A for the University's cancellation policy in the event the University or desired facility is closed at the time of an event due to forces of nature.
Recurring Events: Recurring events--those occurring more than once a month over multiple months--will be scheduled no more than six weeks in advance to keep event spaces available to the broadest range of University use.
Insurance: External entities sponsoring events must provide proof of insurance as outlined in the Memorandum of Agreement as approved by the University's administration and finance office.
Catering: By contract, the campus food service provider has the right of first refusal to cater all campus events. Exceptions will only be allowed by the CES in consultation with the provider (ARAMARK). If an exception is allowed, the event sponsor will be responsible for providing all supplies necessary for the provision of food, including linens, and will be responsible for the cost of post event clean-up.
Facility Damage: Any damage to UMass Lowell facilities will immediately be reported to the CES, facilities or the University police department. Cost to repair all damages other than normal wear and tear will be the responsibility of the event sponsors. If the facility is not returned in the same condition as received, cost of clean-up will be the sole responsibility of the event sponsor. Billing for these costs will be processed through the CES.
Nothing will be affixed to any facility (i.e., inside and outside walls, stage curtains, etc.) without approval by Conference & Event Services. It is highly recommended that a pre- and post-event walk-through is conducted with the CES to determine space conditions.
University Logo: No University logo appearing on a sign, podium, or other University structure shall be covered, or removed without approval from Conference & Event Services.
No University logo shall appear in event publicity for an externally sponsored event without permission from the University's Office of Public Affairs. Logo use shall be governed by the University style guide.
Event Services: The following are considered event services and may be subject to charge:
Events held by University departments or entities in campus locations other than the Inn & Conference Center (ICC)* are not subject to room charges and core services, provided the events are routine functions of the University. These include classes and related activities, general lectures/seminars, business meetings of department/college faculty, the Faculty Senate meetings, Union meetings, student activities or business/staff meetings of other units of the University.
Core Services include room setups and cleanups employing resources stored within or adjacent to the event space, trash removal, and audio-visual services and equipment installed in a given space. If an event requires resources not already within or adjacent to a space, it will be classified as "requiring additional services."
Additional Services will be subject to appropriate charges. These may include, but are not limited to, police details, moving crews, sound systems and staffing. Charges may also be incurred for use of spaces in a manner other than what it is designed for; for example, the use of the Recreation Center gymnasium for banquets or ceremonies. Charges will be assessed on a case-by-case basis through Conference & Event Services.
Event sponsors are responsible for all arrangements and out-of-pocket expenses for University events paid to an external source, such as chair rental.
Event sponsors are responsible to arrange catering and are required by contract to employ the University catering service.
* The ICC has established a sliding scale that provides that facility and related services at a reduced rate for University functions.
Events will be charged at the External Rate if the sponsor is an entity other than UMass Lowell and/or the primary purpose of the event does not directly serve UMass Lowell students, staff or faculty. Please contact Conference and Events Services for current pricing.
The safety of faculty, staff, students and visitors to the University are a primary concern. For that reason, the decision is sometimes made to close the campus and cancel classes, particularly during the winter when inclement weather can cause hazardous conditions or create a power outage.
The Vice Provost, in consultation with Facilities personnel, makes the decision whether to close the campus during emergency conditions, usually by 6 a.m. Closings or delays are posted on the University's homepage banner, on Boston television stations, WUML (91.5 FM) and WCAP (980 AM) radio, as well as the University hotline at 978-934-2121. Employees and students also are encouraged to sign up for the emergency notification system for e-mail, text and voicemail alerts. If inclement weather is occurring or has been predicted, all members of the University community are advised to check one of these outlets before leaving homes or residence halls for campus.
When the University has closed for emergency reasons, classes, activities and events on campus also are cancelled, unless otherwise stated in official notifications.
To determine the status of activities planned for the Costello Athletic Center, Campus Recreation Center or Mahoney Gymnasium during a University closing, visit the Athletics Department website, or call 978-934-2310. On days when there is a cancellation or delayed opening of campus, the Recreation Center typically will open at 10 a.m. It is recommended that visitors to the Center during a storm park their vehicles, if it is necessary to drive, in the east parking garage rather than the University lots to enable Facilities staff to adequately clear the snow.
Prior to scheduling any on-campus event (a non-class gathering of 10 or more people), University employees or students must inform Conference & Event Services at 978-934-3888. For events scheduled during the winter months, organizers should have a contingency plan in case the University is closed, preferably a pre-scheduled "snow date" or an alternate off-campus location.
If the governor issues a State of Emergency, or if campus buildings cannot be safely operated and occupied, such as during a power outage, there can be no exceptions to this policy.
In rare cases, an event may be allowed to go forward if cancellation, rescheduling or relocation is not feasible. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis by the Chief Public Affairs Officer, in consultation with appropriate University personnel. If there is a question about an event during a campus closing, contact Conference & Event Services at 978-934-3888.
The understanding and cooperation of the University community are appreciated when often difficult decisions are made to close the University and cancel scheduled activities.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (UMass Lowell) prohibits the use of alcoholic beverages in all workplace and academic settings and all UMass Lowell–controlled buildings and properties, except for specifically sponsored UMass Lowell events in designated areas and only by those individuals of legal Massachusetts drinking age. In addition, while on UMass Lowell-controlled property, the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, use and/or sale of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
Any UMass Lowell-sponsored event that includes alcoholic beverages must be approved by the Chancellor or his designee.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell upholds federal, state and local laws and regulations and wishes to ensure the health and safety of its community, minimize any intentional or non-intentional misuse of alcoholic beverages, and provide a healthy and civil educational environment that respects the rights of individuals.
All faculty, staff, contracted employees, consultants, volunteers, students or any other person visiting any UMass Lowell–controlled property unless otherwise stated in the policy and/or specified in prior agreements are covered by this policy. Additionally, this policy shall be in effect at any sanctioned and supported University of Massachusetts Lowell event that includes property not under the legal control of the University.
All members of the University of Massachusetts Lowell community and visitors shall abide by the laws of the federal government, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the regulations of the Alcohol Beverages Control Commission, and any applicable local ordinances and regulations relative to the possession, consumption, distribution, transportation, manufacture, and sale of alcoholic beverages on land or premises owned or occupied by UMass Lowell as well as UMass Lowell-sanctioned events on property not under the control of the University.
Alcohol can be consumed on the campus of the University of Massachusetts Lowell only by persons of legal Massachusetts drinking age at approved UMass Lowell-sponsored events in designated areas. All sale of alcohol at UMass Lowell-sponsored events shall be subject to, and conform to any restrictions or conditions imposed by any applicable licensing authority. All costs associated with licensing requirements shall be the responsibility of the sponsoring entity.
Sponsors of approved events shall prohibit under-age drinking and excessive drinking and shall stress safety and individual accountability by those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages. Outdoor alcohol consumption on any UMass Lowell-controlled property is forbidden, except at UMass Lowell-sponsored events, in designated areas. The University of Massachusetts Lowell will take disciplinary action against any individual who violates federal, state, local and /or UMass regulations.
UMass Lowell recognizes the importance of personal responsibility for behavior that is inconsistent with the principals of the institution. Individuals whose behavior violates this policy and/or University rules and regulations associated with alcohol abuse will be referred to the appropriate authority for intervention that may include, but not be limited to, assessment, education, treatment and/or discipline, as part of any disciplinary process.
Alcoholic Beverages - "Alcoholic beverages"--any liquid intended for human consumption as a beverage and containing one half of one percent or more of alcohol by volume at sixty degrees Fahrenheit." [M.G.L. Chapter 138, Section 1].
UMass Lowell-Controlled Property - Property that is owned, occupied, operated, or maintained by the University of Massachusetts Lowell.
UMass Lowell-Sponsored Event - Any organized event, planned, controlled, administered and/or sanctioned by a recognized UMass Lowell entity.
After receiving appropriate approval by the Chancellor or his designee, any person, department or organization providing alcoholic beverages at a UMass Lowell-sponsored event shall:
Responsibility for compliance with this policy rests with the highest-ranking individual of the department or organization sponsoring the event.
The following venues can be used for events at which alcoholic beverages can be served:
UMass Lowell South
Allen House
UMass Lowel North
Alumni Hall
Wannalancit Facility
Conference Center(s)
All other on campus locations must be approved by the Chancellor or his designee.
Open alcoholic beverage containers are not permitted in any public space on campus, except at duly approved and sponsored licensed events. Safe disposal of any alcoholic beverage container is the responsibility of the individual in charge of the event.
Any violation of these regulations shall constitute a violation of University Policy and shall be reported to the Chancellor or his designee.
Failure to comply with the provisions outlined in this policy may result in the denial of permission to use UMass Lowell-controlled property, and sponsoring of future events, as well as any disciplinary and/or legal procedures as appropriate. For students, this may include expulsion or suspension from the enrolled program and/or criminal prosecution. For faculty and staff, this may include suspension or dismissal and/or criminal prosecution. For visitors to UMass Lowell-sponsored events, this may include criminal prosecution and/or not being permitted to return to University property.
When a UMass Lowell Police Officer observes, or becomes aware of, an individual in violation of this policy, he or she can, after consultation with a supervising officer, take steps to remedy the situation, up to and including the termination of the event and shall notify the Chancellor or his designee of any such violation.
When damage occurs to UMass Lowell-controlled property, as a result of a violation of this policy, UMass Lowell will seek restitution for repair and/or replacement costs. The repair or replacement cost of damaged property is the sole responsibility of the individual found in violation of this policy. In the event that no individual(s) can be identified as causing the damage, restitution shall be the responsibility of the event organizers.
University Special Events: Responsible for all logistics, coordination, set up and break down and final approval of University sponsored events on University owned property; University Special Events may have a supporting role at University sanctioned events off-site.
University Caterer: Responsible to provide adequate staff members who have undergone and successfully completed Training for Intervention Procedure (TIPS). The University Caterer shall work with University Special Events and the Event Sponsor to ensure policy adherence.
University Police Department: Provide police assistance, as required and/or requested, for enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Coordinate emergency response and law enforcement services
Chair, Director, or Department Head, Administrator: Communicate this policy to faculty, staff, students and visitors
Event Sponsor: Expected to manage events in accordance with the requirements set forth in this policy. Those individuals overseeing event details are held collectively and individually responsible for compliance with this policy.
Individual: Act in a way that respects the rights of others in the promotion of a healthful and civil educational environment. Comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Request permission to serve Alcoholic Beverages on Campus (pdf)
Organizers of an event, who intend to offer alcoholic beverages on campus, must submit a request for approval to the University Conference & Event Services using the form approved by the Chancellor's Office. Once an event that intends to provide alcohol has been approved, the event sponsors must have assurance from the contracted catering service that all applicable license and/or any permits are in place prior to the date of the event. All costs associated with the procurement of a permit to provide alcohol beverages for a charge are the responsibility of the event sponsor.


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An interesting logo for a farmers market that makes an great impact through its use of colour. I like the textured design of the mark and the clear branding.Posted in Branding → Logo
An incredibly beautiful portfolio that values space and clarity. I love the layout and the fantastic use of whitespace. The way this designers previous work is displayed really works to draw you into the portfolio.Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
An almost unbearably bright and bold icon for an iOS app. The colours immediately take your mind to the cinema, as does the detailed and eye-catching popcorn design.Posted in Interface → iPhone App
A simply great site for Ted Baker, that's intuitive and clear. A beautifully formed site for a fashion label. I like the spring-themed background, and the consistent design.Posted in Web Design → Misc
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A simple but perfectly designed site for a company that sells prints to fit in Ikea frames. I like the use of typography and the intuitive layout of the site.Posted in Web Design → Design
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A solid portfolio site for a web and UI designer that allows the character of the designer to really come across. I particularly like the button he's included that shows whether he's available for hire, and the large shots of his previous work.Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
A solid design for an icon that makes great use of texture and lighting to make an impact. I particularly like the attention to detail, the glowing button is a nice touch.Posted in Interface → Element
A simple but purely effective portfolio site for a design studio. I like the clean layout and static navigation, the scrolling portfolio examples make an impact.Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
A great redesign of the Amazon app icon that really encompasses what Amazon does. I love the detail and the way this icon really captures what people like about ordering from Amazon.Posted in Interface → iPhone App
A very distinctive site for an Illustrator and graphic designer from San Francisco. I like the strong illustrative style and the simple use of navigation. The colours alone make an immediate impact!Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
A good design for a personal mark that makes the most of a black background by using primary colours. I like the slightly retro shape of the mark and typography.Posted in Branding → Logo
A superb portfolio site for a web designer that is, in itself, a perfect example of the quality of his work. I love the responsive design and clean use of icons and text.Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
Spruce up your boring pagination links with these slick button typed links. I love the clean design aesthetic and the option of the light and dark themes.Posted in Interface → Element
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NEWPORT - Wind. Wind. Wind. If there's one issue that dominated the news and the minds of people in the area, it was industrial wind towers. From the battle on the hillsides of Derby Line to the protests and sign waving on the Lowell Mountain ridgeline, wind was the hot issue of the year, and may be for years to come.
JOHNSON – The Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) Board of Directors passed a resolution that recommended a moratorium of up to two years on renewable power supply mandates.
The recommendation will be made to the Vermont Legislature.
The board of directors' meeting agenda stated that the topic was geared towards new wind turbine power projects, but the discussion evolved to include all renewable projects as the talks ensued, explained Liz Gamache, spokesperson with VEC.
ORLEANS COUNTY - Nasty! That was the word for many Northeast Kingdom residents who braved yesterday's blizzard to get to work or do shopping. Many people stayed home.
Plow trucks scraped off as much as they could, but at the rate the snow was falling, the work seemed like a futile effort. In the meantime, a number of drivers had a hard time staying on the road.
NEWPORT- Merrilyn Barry, Director of Volunteers at North Country Hospital (and also business manager for the Wellness Center), coordinates dozens of volunteers working in different capacities at the hospital. One group of retired volunteers works in a variety of positions including the gift shop, information desk, stock room, library, dialysis, physical therapy, information systems, and by shredding documents and helping out in the waiting room. Volunteers work four- or five-hour shifts depending on need and the area where they work.
NEWPORT – Chris Braithwaite and The Chronicle filed a civil complaint against Green Mountain Power (GMP) Wednesday. Â
Braithwaite, the 68-year old publisher of the Chronicle, was arrested December 5, 2011, while covering a protest on Lowell Mountain. He faced a criminal trespass charge for a year and racked up more than $20,000 in legal fees.
NEWPORT CITY – Members the Newport City Police, Orleans County Sheriff's Department, and Vermont State Police took part in a refresher course on "active shooter" at the North Country Career Center Wednesday.
The career center and the attached North Country Union High School make the structure one of the largest complexes in Orleans County.
Each training session lasted two and a half hours. Close to three dozen law enforcement officers took part.
MORGAN – The Morgan United Church, built in 1843, is about to undergo major renovations.
Plans include adding 30 feet to the back of the church. The expansion means more room in the sanctuary and fellowship area. It also means adding two classrooms. The church currently has no classrooms.
"I would say this is probably the biggest project," said Rev. Mike DeSena. Church officials were talking about expanding the building when DeSena arrived at the church 15 years ago. "This has been kind of a work in progress."
NEWPORT CITY - Christmas cheer was in the air recently as children of all ages attended a holiday celebration at the Goodrich Memorial Library, one of the region's architectural gems.
Local performer Mark Shelton, also known as Captain Radical, dressed in his pirate outfit and sang holiday tunes and other favorites.
One big hit was when Shelton sang the Village People's "YMCA" while Rudolph, the Grinch and a gorilla performed the dance moves. During other pieces, children dance in the aisles, swirling cowboy hats and laughing.
"This is fun," said one child.
NEWPORT CITY – Trish Sears, CEO of the Newport City Renaissance Corporation (NCRC), is full of energy and always looking for ways to make her beloved city even better. That's why the staff at the Newport Daily Express named her Citizen of the Year.
"I'm really humbled," said Sears, upon hearing of her award.
DERBY – Local Walmart proponents are seeing some light at the end of the tunnel on getting their very own big box store.
"Everything is squared away," said Sen. Robert Starr of North Troy.Â
Walmart and property owner Jeff Davis of Burlington are happy, Starr said.
Starr is organizing a formal announcement for sometime in early to mid-January. Local and state officials will take part in the announcement, which will most likely take place on the Newport-Derby line.
"Hopefully, it will keep money from going to New Hampshire," Starr said.


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CANTON St. Lawrence County legislators unanimously approved a five-year plan Monday to reduce property taxes next year and then keep future increases within 2 percent if the county gets a hike in sales tax.
I do think we can do it, said Legislator Frederick S. Morrill, chairman of the Finance Committee and chief architect of the five-year plan. Its very challenging.
The county Board of Legislators wants to increase its sales tax from 3 to 4 percent, bringing the total with the states 4 percent to 8 percent.
The 2 percent tax levy increase limit in the out years of the plan was a concession to state Sen. Patricia A. Ritchie, R-Heuvelton, who had opposed home-rule legislation that would allow the county to raise its sales tax because original projections for how the money would be used continued to burden property owners.
The message was to come back with our very best plan, Mr. Morrill said.
Legislators are expected to meet with Mrs. Ritchie soon and with state Sen. Joseph A. Griffo, R-Utica, in March.
The previous plan estimated property taxes would rise 2.9 percent, 3.8 percent, 3.2 percent and 3 percent in the last four years. Both versions call for a property tax reduction in the first year of 14.3 percent, about the amount legislators raised the levy for this years budget.
Legislator Kevin D. Acres, R-Madrid, had been a hold-out, but he voted in favor of the plan and to amend an agreement with the city of Ogdensburg that spells out the distribution of sales tax if an increase is approved. The amount of the extra money allotted to towns and villages would stay at the 10 percent the county has offered.
Mr. Acres said he thought a tax levy increase that did not rise above 2 percent would give businesses the confidence to make investments and provide property owners with some breathing room.
The county would find the money to keep taxes down by cutting back on the amount it had planned to rebuild the fund balance, possibly dipping into money it wants to spend on capital projects, or by program cuts of $500,000 in 2014, $150,000 in 2015, $300,000 in 2016, $700,000 in 2017 and $725,000 in 2018.
The county already anticipates savings of $385,000 in 2014 from the elimination of its Certified Home Health Agency, which is closing this year. The other cuts have not been identified.
Its sort of like the sequester, Mr. Morrill said.
Keeping the fund balance low will mean the county will continue to borrow annually for operating expenses because cash flow will be tight, Administrator Karen M. St. Hilaire said.
However, some growth in the fund balance could happen naturally as pension increases abate and the county sees lower health insurance costs because it has reduced its workforce by around 100 positions.
If a sales tax increase comes soon enough for the county to see it for one quarter of this year, that money could go to the fund balance, Mr. Morrill said.
Legislator Mark H. Akins, R-Lisbon, said the plan provides directions if not a precise road map.
Theyre not going to be exact but they tell you where theyre headed, he said. The trend is more important than the amounts.
The additional sales tax would raise $842,000 to $1.2 million annually from Canadian shoppers, tourists and college students, who do not pay property taxes, but legislators acknowledged the bulk of the revenue would still come from county residents.
However, paying sales tax rather than property tax would give some residents options because it would be less money out in lump sums.
Maybe they would buy their child that extra pair of shoes, Legislator Jim A. Bunstone, D-Potsdam, said. It allows them to spend it as they see fit.
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As we get closer and are now less then 3 weeks away it is getting down to that time. America votes on November 4, 2008 and like last week we still have that burning question which cell phones do our leaders use?
Last week we asked the question about John McCain. This week we are wondering about Barack Obama himself. We presume that Barack Obama is more technology friendly then John McCain. Mr. Obama never stated that he doesn't know how to use a computer or email. Also Obama is 25 years younger then McCain at 47 years old.
Now the question is what kind of cell phone does he use? Is he a smart phone type or a simple make a call type like with a Razr? Obama looks like a simple man. He looks like a man that doesn't get too tied down by technology, even though he is a big advocate for technology.
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...the Chicago Fire acquire Czech World Cup veteran Lubos Kubik via MLS player allocation.
Having already begun to build the basis of the 1998 double-winning squad by securing the likes of Zach Thornton, Francis Okaroh, Diego Gutierrez (1997 Expansion Draft), Peter Nowak (player allocation), Jesse Marsch (trade with D.C.), Chris Armas (trade with LA) and C.J. Brown (Supplemental Draft), the Fire made another big splash by signing the former Czech international.
Widely considered one of the best all-time defenders in MLS, Kubik would go on to be the lynchpin in the back for the early Fire squads, being named MLS Defender of the Year in 1998 and becoming a two-time choice to the league's First XI (1998-99). He also proved vital in helping to win the club's first three domestic titles (1998 MLS Cup, 1998, 2000 U.S. Open Cups)
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Sixteen years on from his signing, Kubik remains the most offensive defender in Fire history, tallying 19 goals and 25 assists in 88 competitive matches from 1998-2002 (current Fire player Gonzalo Segares is second with 12 goals and 16 assists in 206 competitive games). He was especially instrumental in the team's run to the double in 1998, scoring a combined four goals and one assist in nine U.S. Open Cup and MLS Cup playoff matches.
In 2005, Kubik was selected as the third member of the Ring of Fire, joining Peter Nowak and Frank Klopas in the club's Hall of Fame. As we celebrated our 15th anniversary last year, he was also an overwhelming selection to the list of the Top 15 players in Fire history, the #Fire15.
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WATCH: Lubos Kubik in the #Fire15
On this day 15 years ago, the Chicago Fire selected defender C.J. Brown first overall in the 1998 MLS Supplemental Draft.
Having spent the 1997 season with the San Francisco Bay Seals in the USISL D3 Pro League, Brown impressed then D.C. United head coach Bob Bradley as the Seals fell to the defending MLS Cup champions at the tournament's semifinal stage.
Brown would of course go on to be part of all six of the club's domestic titles and currently holds the Fire record for most competitive (372), regular season (296), playoff (25) and U.S. Open Cup appearances (25) amassed over his 13-year career in Chicago.
Last season, Brown forever wrote his name into Fire history as he became the seventh member of the Ring of Fire, joining Bradley, Piotr Nowak, Frank Klopas, Lubos Kubik, Peter Wilt and Chris Armas in the club's Hall of Fame.
...defender Carlos Bocanegra brings to end his four-year stay with the Chicago Fire by signing with English Premier club Fulham FC on this day in 2004.
Arguably the best defender in Chicago Fire history, Bocanegra was a two-time MLS Defender of the Year and League Best XI selection (2002, 2003) as well as being the first Fire player to claim MLS Rookie of the year in 2000 and helped the club to three domestic titles (2000, 2003 U.S. Open Cup, 2003 Supporters Shield) as well as an additional two finals appearances (2000, 2003 MLS Cup).
Bocanegra was one of just three defenders named to last year's #Fire15 player's list along with former teammats C.J. Brown and Lubos Kubik.
At the time of his Fire departure, Bocanegra had only just begun to break into Bruce Arena's U.S. Men's National Team squad, with the future captain scoring four goals in his first full campaign for the Stars and Stripes in 2003.
With the UCLA product proving his worth for both club and country, Fulham signed Bocanegra on a free transfer (in the same window that future Fire forward Brian McBride arrived at Craven Cottage) and the two formed the basis for a long-term American occupancy of the West London club.
He would parlay his form at Fulham into making the 2006 U.S. World Cup team and while his time there would come to an end, Bocanegra was eventually named as new U.S. captain when former Fire coach Bob Bradley took the national team reins in 2007.
Moving to a less traditional American soccer destination with French clubs Stade Rennes (2008-10), Bocanegra led the U.S. to the Round of 16 at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa before moving to St. Etienne following the tournament.
A move to Scottish giants Glasgow Rangers would follow but after the side went into administration this past summer, whispers of the former Fire defender's MLS return could be heard league-wide before he eventually went on loan to Spanish Segunda side Racing Santander.
Having now a decade of national team experience under his belt, the 33-year-old center back sits tied with Paul Caligiuri for sixth all-time on the national appeance list at 110 and is has scored more international goals (14) than any defender in U.S. history.
With his time for the national team and career winding down, a return to MLS could still be in his future. Remember, returning to Chicago for a U.S. friendly vs. Poland in October 2010, Bocanegra was quoted as saying this…
"This is my first choice. You never know how it works with (Major League Soccer) and allocations, but I love this city. For me, it would be cool to play for one team my whole career in MLS. I would like to come back to Chicago."
WATCH: Bocanegra Named to #Fire15
Happy 100th birthday to U.S. Soccer!
Those cats downtown at Soccer House have begun a major undertaking in celebrating the Federation's Centennial this year with loads of interesting stuff built around the growth of the National Teams since 1913.
In this blog, they speak to legendary Fire striker Ante Razov to discuss his time and important contributions to the U.S. Men's National side as well as his fruitful years in Chicago. Even Ring of Fire member and orignal Fire head coach Bob Bradley chimes in...
Also check out this intriguing piece on LA Galaxy and former national team boss Bruce Arena's solitary cap for the U.S. written by Section 8 Chicago's own Tom Dunmore.
Well its the last day of the year and we're aptly left remembering all that went down in the Fire world during 2012.
A new jersey sponsor, a Ring of Fire induction, a 15th Anniversary, playoff qualification and a Rookie of the Year winner are just some of the highlights.
Take a photographic look back on the club's memorable 15th season:
Stay tuned on Tuesday as I give my New Year's Resolutions for the Fire in 2013!
While the MLS offseason continues to grow shorter and shorter, at times it can be slightly boring compared to the fast-paced nature of what comes from January to October (and hopefully November).
With #cf97withdrawals inhabiting my brain as I await the very big schedule announcement that will allow me to figure out what away cities I'd like to visit, I did have one thought and request from Major League Soccer…
WATCH: Nyarko's Blast from Distance (10/27/2012)
Over the last three seasons, MLS has found a way to schedule a match between the Fire and D.C. United in October and whether deserved or not, to their credit those games have always been memorable…
In 2010, the Fire's last home game came against United, with perhaps the 0-0 draw being overshadowed by American soccer legend Brian McBride taking his final bow in his hometown of Chicago.
In 2011, who could forget the Fire's incredible, "Capitol Comeback" which saw the team score two stoppage time goals to win the match after just conceding a Dwayne DeRosario penalty kick at RFK?
The 1-1 draw between the teams this past October was less memorable because of the result but still provided some excellent moments. Among them, Patrick Nyarko's stunning goal from distance in the first half as well as the Fire's late barrage on United goalkeeper Bill Hamid with playoff positioning on the line.
Maybe it's just dumb luck or the MLS scheduling computer has psychic powers but each instance has provided moments that fans of at least one team won't forget.
With that in mind, my request to the MLS league office as well as United:
Keep things going for 2013 and have the Fire host D.C. on Friday, October 25 to mark the 15 year anniversary of MLS Cup 1998. Why not package it as one of NBC Sports Network's Friday night broadcasts?
With both teams showing reinvigorated form this past season, coupled with the famous Austin Berry/Nick DeLeon Rookie of the Year battle, perhaps the flames of rivalry that waned over recent years have been fanned once again.
Even better, Frank Klopas and Ben Olsen both played against each other in the match as did Josh Wolff who now serves as an assistant in D.C.
The storylines going in would be as good as any and if there's as much to play for as when the two sides met this past October, it would have all the makings of being another memorable game, one that the Fire would hopefully win 2-0.
The openers are set to be announced any day now but there's plenty of time to make something like this happen before the full schedule release.
Hopefully we can see it happen.
WATCH: The Run to MLS Cup '98
Following Wednesday's disappointing knockout round exit to Houston, taking in the rest of the MLS Cup playoffs this weekend didn't sit all the way at the top of my "want to do" list.
Being the seasoned Team Writer that I am, I decided it was a good idea to take in the four games from Friday to Sunday…
Real Salt Lake 0, Seattle Sounders 0 – Friday
With the Fire out, I have to say there are few teams in the league I would feel alright about winning MLS Cup and you know the Sounders do not fall in that category for me.
On the flip side, RSL has Fire legend C.J. Brown, defender Kwame Watson-Siriboe and even former Fire beat writer Sam Stejskal slingin' PR in Sandy, so if someone has to win MLS Cup, I wouldn't mind for it to be our friends from the Sawatch Front?
Playing on the Seattle Seahawks outlined pitch at CenturyLink Field Friday night, it was Nick Rimando who stood tall in net, making five big saves for RSL and even suffering a broken nose and laceration in the 67th minute after a collision with the Sounders Christian Tiffert.
The display left RSL head coach Jason Kreis to say, "I think it would have to go down as one of the best individual performances by any player that's ever worn an RSL jersey."
In my opinion, Rimando's historic performance will likely go down as one of the best ever in MLS postseason play.
In the end, RSL escaped Seattle with a 0-0 draw and head back to the friendly confines of Rio Tinto Stadium for Thursday night's second leg.
D.C. United 1, New York Red Bulls 1 – Saturday
Knowing that one point at any time during the regular season would have had the Fire playing in this series, I had the most trouble watching this game of any during the weekend. With that said, it was nice to see D.C. switch home legs with New York after Hurricane Sandy left Red Bull Arena unplayable for the weekend.
WATCH: D.C. United 1, New York Red Bulls 1
Come the 33rd minute of the tie, United looked to be in good shape when Red Bull defender Connor Lade was whistled for a handball in the box, forcing referee Jair Marrufo to point to the spot. Chris Pontius' take however wasn't the greatest, allowing Red Bull 'keeper Luis Robles to make one of his five saves on the night.
Despite the save, United would get on the board just after the hour mark when Chris Korb's dangerous cross to the six left Red Bull's Roy Miller with an attempted clear, instead roofing into the top of his own net.
In what seemed to be a comedy of errors, Red Bull would pull level with a United own goal just four minutes later. Off a corner kick from the right, defender Heath Pearce headed the ball back across goal, catching United goalkeeper Bill Hamid wrong footed before catching the ball inside his own goal and clearly across the line.
Perhaps most comical was Hamid's insistence that he'd been fouled on the play. A replay shows Red Bull defender Markus Holgersson ducking even as United's Dejan Jakovic is pushing him towards Hamid.
Own goals aside, the story of the match would be DC right back Andy Najar's sending off in the 71st minute. Shown a yellow card for his foul on Joel Lindpere in the 71st minute, the Honduran international threw the ball at Maruffo, forcing the referee to show the Honduran international a second yellow and then a red card, forcing United to play a man down the final 19+ minutes of the match.
United will definitely be without Najar as they head back to Red Bull Arena for leg two and if they advance, it's a fair bet they could lose him throughout a potential Eastern Conference Final series.
Houston Dynamo 2, Sporting Kansas City 0 – Sunday
In the surprise of the weekend, Houston came away with a dominant 2-0 victory over Sporting KC in leg one of their Eastern Conference semifinal series at BBVA Compass Stadium.
WATCH: Houston Dynamo 2, Sporting KC 0
Having defeated the Fire 2-1 on Wednesday night, the Dynamo were charged by the partisan crowd in Houston and went ahead in the 18th minute off of Adam Moffat's wonder-volley from outside the area.
On the other side of halftime, Will Bruin would score his third goal in two playoff matches, connecting once again with former Fire striker Calen Carr to seal the 2-0 victory in the 75th minute.
It's interesting to note that though the two sides finished even with 13 shots each, the Dynamo held just a 2-1 advantage in shots on goal, finishing both of their attempts for the win.
Houston can now go to LiveStrong Sporting Park on Wednesday, lose 1-0 and still advance to the Eastern Conference finals, knocking out the team with the second best record in the process…
San Jose Earthquakes 1, LA Galaxy 0 – Sunday
While the Dynamo didn't look like they'd played at midweek, the LA Galaxy certainly did, looking tired a times throughout Sunday night's home encounter.
Despite that, LA threatened just as much as San Jose but as so many other teams have this season, would fall victim to a late, late Earthquakes goal.
This time the marker would come from Honduran midfielder Victor Bernardez, who hit a low free kick underneath the jumping Omar Gonzalez and past Josh Saunders in the 94th minute, allowing the Quakes to stick with their "Goonies never say die" tagline.
The star-studded Galaxy will have a tall but not impossible order to overcome the 1-0 deficit in Wednesday's second leg at San Jose…
Second Leg Picks
New York Red Bulls 2, D.C. United 1 (NY Advances)
Sporting KC 2, Houston Dynamo 1( HOU Advances)
Real Salt Lake 2, Seattle 1 (RSL Advances)
San Jose Earthquakes 1, LA Galaxy 1 (SJ Advances)
After a frustrating draw at home on the last day of the season against D.C., the Fire now have a quick turn around in Wednesday night's Knockout Match at Toyota Park against a very experienced Houston Dynamo side (LIVE 8pm CT on ESPN2/ESPN Deportes). Anything can happen in a one-off game but, with the home crowd behind them, the Fire will be looking to build on the good performance against DC and advance to play Sporting KC this weekend. Here are some things to look out for from a tactical perspective.
Counter attack: the Fire's best friend
Against D.C. last week, especially in the first half, the Fire used the counter attack to perfection, creating an enormous amount of chances but failing capitalize. The Fire allowed DC to be lulled into a false sense of security by sitting back, letting them control the possession and move men forward before breaking at lightning speed if and when the Men in Red were able to turn the ball over.
WATCH: Coach's Take on Houston
Patrick Nyarko, Chris Rolfe and Sherjill MacDonald all combined well and used their pace to carve DC open and, with some better finishing, would have been well clear by halftime. As I noted in a previous preview, Houston's midfield has a tendency to be slow to track back, something that the Fire can certainly capitalize on.
If the Men in Red can counter as well as they did against D.C., Houston are going to be in trouble.
Finishing: improvement needed for the Playoffs
As I previously mentioned, the Fire had a host of chances last week against United but only managed to put one in the back of the net. In the playoffs, not taking your chances is a recipe for disaster and the Fire will need to make the most of the ones they get tonight.
MacDonald was the main culprit against D.C. and he will certainly be looking to get on the score sheet in his first playoff game. MacDonald is his own biggest critic and I am sure he's been working doubly hard in training since Saturday. He is the kind of player who could go on a scoring run and getting a goal against Houston could start it.
Assistant coach Mike Makovich put it well in his pre-match interview, stating that he "would be worried" if the Fire weren't creating chances. In the Playoffs, a certain amount of luck is needed, but if the Fire create as many openings as they did against D.C., they should be fine.
Limiting defensive mistakes: no needless fouls around the box
Houston are the masters of the dead ball and the less chances the Fire give Brad Davis and co. to put the ball in the box, the better. The Dynamo are extremely good in the air and are also a very intelligent team, constantly looking for fouls in the final third.
Houston coach Dom Kinnear is also famous for his attempts to influence referees, something that he will surely be trying to do on Wednesday night. The Fire must try and not give referee Baldomero Toledo anything to think about, because the more needless fouls the team gives up, the more likely he will start hearing it from the Houston bench.
Houston's size, with giants like Macoumba Kandji and Will Bruin are tough to handle. Aside from the massively experienced Arne Friedrich and playoff experienced Segares, the Fire's other three likely defensive starters, Austin Berry, Jalil Anibaba and Sean Johnson all will be making their MLS Playoff debuts so putting as little pressure on them as possible will be helpful.
WATCH: Players Preview Houston
Patrick Nyarko, Chris Rolfe and Sherjill MacDonald all combined well and used their pace to carve DC open and, with some better finishing, would have been well clear by halftime.
As I noted in a previous preview, Houston's midfield has a tendency to be slow to track back, something that the Fire can certainly capitalize on.
Kofi Sarkodie: Potential weak link for the Dynamo
For all the talk of Houston's playoff experience, one player who will be taking his postseason bow for the Dynamo is right-back Kofi Sarkodie.
Sarkodie only started seven games this season for the Dynamo and though he is not a rookie, he did not see any action during the teams run to the 2011 MLS Cup. I expect the Fire to try and test out Sarkodie as often as possible Wednesday night.
Flaco Fernandez had an improved performance against D.C. last weekend and if he can continue to get forward and combine with the attackers and left back Segares on Sarkodie's side of the field, it may cause the youngster problems.
In Houston's last meaningful game against the Philadelphia Union on October 20, the only Philly goal came on a cross from Sarkodie's side. He stood off the ball and allowed the cross to be played into the box for Jack McInerney to score. Another mistake like that could cost the Dynamo on Wednesday night.
Prediction: In a very tight and tense match, the Fire come out 2-1 winners with goals from Sherjill MacDonald and Rookie of the Year Award runaway, Austin Berry.
Feeding off the thrill of John Thorrington's stoppage time chip to beat the Galaxy on the final day of the regular season, the Fire entered the 2007 MLS Cup playoffs as the fourth seed going up against Supporters Shield winners D.C. United in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
#1 D.C. United vs. #4 Chicago Fire – Conference Semifinals (two legs)
Chicago Fire 1, D.C. United 0 (leg one)
Toyota Park; Bridgeview, Ill.
October 25, 2007
Despite winning the Supporters Shield, United sputtered into the playoffs, going 0-2-1 in their final three matches. In contrast, the Fire had gone 2-0-1 in their final three, rallying from poor early-season form to make the playoffs on the final day.
Despite being outshot 9-8 by United, the Fire fed off their late season form, the Fire would benefit from a D.C. misplay in the back for the only goal of the first leg.
WATCH: 2007 Eastern Conference Semifinals
A high bouncing ball allowed United defender Devon MacTavish only a piece of the ball, instead heading it into the path of Chris Rolfe. The third-year Fire veteran caught the ball on the bounce and smashed his half volley past Troy Perkins, taking the Fire to RFK Stadium with a 1-0 lead.
#1 D.C. United vs. #4 Chicago Fire – Conference Semifinals (two legs)
Chicago Fire 2, D.C. United 2 (leg two)
RFK Stadium; Washington, D.C.
November 1, 2007
The Fire kept with the momentum gained in leg one, taking a 2-0 aggregate advantage in the 31st minute. From the right, Calen Carr's ball over the United back line found Chad Barrett in stride who took one touch to settle before blasting past a helpless Perkins.
The series looked as good as done two minutes later when Carr headed down a bouncing ball for Blanco, who in turn headed into the box. All of the United defenders seemed caught in no-man's land before Chris Rolfe popped up to volley past Perkins in the 33rd minute.
Going into the break down 3-0 on aggregate, United finally broke through in the 69th minute when Rod Dyachenko laid off a simple pass for Clyde Simms who ripped a low shot inside the left post.
Dyachenko would help on the game's equalizer slotting a pass to Christian Gomez on the right before the Argentine fired a low effort that Matt Pickens got two hands to but was overpowered in the end.
Despite tying the match, United couldn't connect another shot on goal, leaving the fourth seeded Fire with a huge upset and another appearance in the Eastern Conference final.
#2 New England Revolution 1, #4 Chicago Fire 0 – Conference Final
Gillette Stadium; Foxboro, Mass.
November 8, 2007
For the third straight year, the Chicago Fire would take on New England in the MLS postseason and went behind in the 38th minute when current Fire player Wells Thompson crossed to the middle for Taylor Twellman. The Revolution striker would out jump Dasan Robinson to nod the ball up in the air before finishing with a stunning bicycle kick to give New England the 1-0 lead.
In the 74th minute, Gonzalo Segares would run on to a bouncing ball outside the area, striking a long-distance effort that forced Reis into a diving save to his left.
In the 90th minute, Cuauhtemoc Blanco's cross from left picked out the head of Calen Carr but the Fire forward's low header was well corralled by Reis to send the Fire home one step away from MLS Cup again.
WATCH: 2007 Eastern Conference Final
It all comes down to Halloween. The Fire begin the quest for their second MLS Cup trophy on Wednesday, Oct. 31 when they welcome the Houston Dynamo to Toyota Park at 8:00 p.m. CT live on ESPN2, ESPN Deportes and 97.5 ESPN Deportes.
The Daily Herald's Orrin Schwarz spoke with two Fire legends, Jesse Marsch and Evan Whitfield about what the Fire need to do to succeed in the playoffs.
"They've got to find a way to get some momentum going," said Marsch, now head coach of the Montreal Impact.
One player who is on a hot streak is midfielder Patrick Nyarko, whose blast against D.C. United is up for MLS Goal of the Week.
Nyarko told MLSsoccer.com, "I've never been a shooter…I've never scored such a goal."
His newfound confidence will be huge for the Fire in the playoffs. "I can try it from anywhere," said Nyarko. "It gives the defense something else to think about."
Sports Illustrated's Avi Creditor broke down the MLS Cup Playoff field and gave reasons that the Fire will and won't win the MLS Cup.
An integral part of the team's success this season, the center back duo Arne Friedrich and Austin Berry sat down with RedEye to discuss the bond that they've formed.
The two defenders went head-to-head to see who knew the other best.
One familiar face Wednesday night will be former Fire forward Calen Carr, albeit now as a member of the Dynamo. Carr spoke to the Houston Chronicle about overcoming his recent concussion and what he remembered most fondly about his time with the Fire.


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Promoting Male Involvement to Improve Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT) Uptake and Reduce Antenatal Infection
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This study will evaluate the impact of combining two evidence-based interventions: a couples risk reduction intervention with an evidence based medication adherence intervention designed to enhance male participation in combination with improving medication and prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT) adherence in antenatal clinics (ANCs). Clinics will be randomly assigned to experimental and control conditions and effectiveness of the combined intervention to enhance PMTCT as well as reduce antenatal seroconversion by both individuals and clinics will be examined. It is hypothesized that community clinics implementing PartnerPlus will have more effective PMTCT program adherence, as measured by total participant 1) maternal and paternal ANC and PartnerPlus visits, 2) maternal and paternal human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) Counseling & Testing (HCT) uptake, 3) maternal and infant antiretroviral (ARV) prophylaxis uptake, 4) maternal highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) uptake, 5) infant polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for HIV, and 5) maternal and infant HIV serostatus and that community clinics implementing PartnerPlus will have reduced sexual risk behavior, as measured by participant sexual barrier use.
Behavioral: PartnerPlus Intervention
Other: Usual Care
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Factorial Assignment
Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
Primary Purpose: Prevention
|Official Title:
|University of Miami Developmental Center for AIDs Research Promoting Male Involvement to Improve PMTCT Uptake and Reduce Antenatal Infection
- Change in number of ANC visits by mother and father from baseline to one month post intervention to 32 weeks to 3 days post partum [ Time Frame: Baseline, one month, 32 weeks, 3 days post partum ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Change in Mother, father, infant HIV VCT from baseline to one month to 3 days post partum [ Time Frame: Baseline, one month, 3 days post partum ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Mother and infant ARV prophylaxis [ Time Frame: 3 days post partum ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Change in Maternal PMTCT ARV uptake from baseline to 32 weeks to 3 days post partum [ Time Frame: Baseline, 32 weeks, 3 days post partum ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Infant PCR [ Time Frame: 6 weeks ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Change in rate of condom use from baseline to one month to 3 days post partum [ Time Frame: Baseline, one month, 3 days post partum ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
|Study Start Date:
|September 2010
|Study Completion Date:
|August 2012
|Primary Completion Date:
|August 2012 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Usual Care
Participation in 4 time matched sessions on health education topics
Other: Usual Care
4 time matched sessions focused on health education
Other Name: Standard of Care
Experimental: PartnerPlus intervention
Four group counseling sessions focused on prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT) sexual risk reduction & adherence.
Behavioral: PartnerPlus Intervention
The intervention employs a closed, structured, group intervention limited to 10 participants (women or men). Four weekly, 11/2-2 hour sessions are led by a trained gender-congruent counselor and a peer facilitator and emphasize group participation, cognitive-behavioral skill building, sexual negotiation and experimentation with products.
Other Name: Cognitive behavioral risk reduction intervention
Detailed Description:
This study is a group-randomized controlled trial using a 2 x 6 comparison (Clinic, Experimental, Control x Time, Baseline, Post-Intervention, Pre-delivery 32 weeks, Pre-delivery day, Delivery, Post Partum). Twelve community health centers (CHCs) in communities within the Gert Sibande and Nkangala Districts in Mpumalanga, South Africa (SA) will be randomly assigned to condition in a 1:1 ratio. Six usual care condition clinics will provide the standard of care, PMTCT; six experimental condition clinics will offer PartnerPlus to mothers completing HIV testing, regardless of serostatus, who are willing to enroll with their male partners and participate in the integrated PartnerPlus intervention. This study will recruit 240 couples (n = 480 individuals); community clinics will recruit 2 cohort per clinic over 3 months (10 couples per cohort, n = 40, 120 individuals per condition).
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older
|Genders Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- pregnant women age 18 and older who have received HCT (HIC Counseling & Testing) at the antenatal clinic (ANC),
- willing to attend PartnerPlus or prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT) visits with their male partners,
- male partners must also be available to participate and
- both partners must be willing to participate in the study.
- All participants will be current adult residents of Mpumalanga Province and agree to be attend four group sessions, 2 psychosocial assessments and 1 three day post-delivery assessment (maternal and infant blood sample).
Exclusion Criteria:
- Single mothers not being tested for HIV at the ANC
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01448512
|South Africa
|Human Sciences Research Council
|Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
|Study Director:
|Karl Peltzer, PhD
|Human Sciences Research Council
|Principal Investigator:
|Deborah Jones, PhD
|University of Miami
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|Responsible Party:
|Deborah Jones, Research Associate Professor, University of Miami
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|NCT01448512 History of Changes
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|Study First Received:
|September 26, 2011
|Last Updated:
|January 20, 2014
|Health Authority:
|United States: Federal Government
South Africa: National Health Research Ethics Council
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ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on October 13, 2015