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A David-versus-Goliath battle is brewing over the proposed Countdown supermarket in Vogeltown.
Yesterday about 30 angry neighbours packed the New Plymouth District Council chambers to speak up about the supermarket which could be going in their backyard.
Hori St, between Brooklands Rd and Carrington St, could soon be the home of New Plymouth's fourth Countdown supermarket after Brooklands Development Limited applied to NPDC for a resource consent for the proposed supermarket.
The consent is currently being processed, but only a handful of neighbours have been legally classed as being affected.
It is only those neighbours who are allowed to make a submission against the supermarket during the resource consent process.
The remaining neighbours from Brooklands Rd, Hori St and Carrington St said they have been wrongly deemed as not being affected by the proposed supermarket.
Council officers, operating under the Resource Management Act, say their hands are tied and they have only been able to select the homes that will be affected based on laws that are already in place.
Carrington St resident Rochelle West, who spoke on behalf of the disgruntled neighbours, said the group was flabbergasted that all bordering properties could not be considered by the council officers, and were therefore unable to make a submission against the supermarket.
"It is surrounded by many residential homes - all of which will undoubtedly be affected by such a development - whether from noise or increased traffic," she said.
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Many properties, including her own, would look directly out onto the back of the supermarket, as well as the delivery yard, and the refrigeration and air conditioning units.
The noise from the trucks delivering goods, forklifts and the 24-hour operation of the refrigeration and air conditioning units concerned the group.
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The district plan limits noise in a residential area to 50 decibels.
Ms West questioned whether the residents could be confident the expected sound levels would not exceed the district plan limit with such a tiny margin of error.
"It's not fair that we should be expected to pay for fencing to protect our standard of living through no fault of our own," she said.
Increased traffic on Hori St had also angered the residents, fellow neighbour Richard Hales said.
People were concerned that traffic in and out of the Hori St site would be hazardous, particularly considering how close the supermarket would be to the Brooklands Rd roundabout and the Hori St hill.
"For the council to disregard completely all of the children who walk and cycle to school is unthinkable," he said.
The development site is surrounded by schools and early childhood centres, including Vogeltown School, St Pius, Highlands Intermediate, Vogeltown Playcentre and Brooklands Kindergarten.
Mr Hales said the right and opportunity of the public to have their opinions and fears heard during the resource consent hearing had been wrongfully taken away.
Councillors around the table questioned why there was nothing that could be done to help the neighbours.
Gordon Brown questioned whether council officers could get an independent report done on the noise levels.
While Mr Brown acknowledged the council officers had acted entirely by the laws that were in place he was still not happy with the outcome.
"Sometimes the law is an ass," he said.
"I have been there and had a look and I can promise you they are affected. A nightmare is soon coming their way."
The council's manager of consents, Ralph Broad, told the group the best thing they could do was talk to the neighbours who had been deemed affected and support their submissions.
- Taranaki Daily News
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Nation Should Seek More Than 'Proficiency'
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The news that states have failed to raise standards on math and reading tests is certainly disappointing, but not at all surprising ("What Do Rising Title I Achievement Scores Really Mean?," Inside School Research blog, Aug. 10, 2011). The federal education framework set in place by the No Child Left Behind Act requires our country's states, districts, and schools to focus exclusively on maximizing the number of students considered "proficient" on end-of-year tests. This myopic attention to "proficiency" has led to two disturbing, but wholly unsurprising results: First, as your report noted, states have lowered standards to increase the number of students considered "proficient."
At the risk of sounding flippant, this action was a no-brainer. Under NCLB, states are not held accountable in any way for the strength of their standards, and lowering their bars is a natural response to meeting the law's standards. Second, and more importantly, this emphasis on "proficiency" has eviscerated state, district, and local school efforts to increase student performance past the proficiency line. Considering the glut of resources that has been devoted to boosting the performance of struggling learners, one might think Congress and the U.S. Department of Education would couple this approach with at least some energy to foster "excellence."
Despite a presidential directive that the United States will "out-educate and out-innovate" the world, this is not the case. Congress recently eliminated the one program devoted to gifted-and-talented education, and the Department of Education has done little to support high-ability students. Without some support and direction from the federal government, gifted-and-talented initiatives at the state level are maddeningly uneven, resulting in a patchwork quilt with the strongest programs typically confined to the most affluent communities. States must set a high bar and hold themselves accountable for meeting it, including an effort to measure and report on academic success above grade level. As a nation, we cannot afford to stop at "proficient" if we have any hope of achieving excellence.
Vol. 31, Issue 02, Page 22
Vol. 31, Issue 02, Page 22
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The dawning of Black Cap Hamish Rutherford
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Many sportspeople struggle to get out from under the shadow of their famous parents or siblings.
History is littered with talented young athletes who became burned out under the intense spotlight shone their way because of who their father/mother/brother/uncle was.
Some are so intimidated by the prospect that they never bother picking up a rugby ball or a cricket bat.
Imagine the media scrutiny that will fall on Tiger Woods' son or daughter if they were to show any sort of talent with a golf club.
The current England cricket team has Stuart Broad, the son of former opener Chris Broad. Nascar had Dale Earnhardt Sr and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Boxing crossed the gender divide with arguably the greatest father-and-daughter combo in Muhammad and Laila Ali.
Liam Botham, son of Sir Ian Botham, a popular visitor to these shores recently, played professional cricket and rugby.
Tom Taylor, son of one of our favourite 1987 World Cup-winning All Blacks Warwick Taylor and nephew of All Black Murray Taylor, was called up as injury cover during last season's end-of-year tour.
And last week, in the leafy surrounds of University Oval, 23-year-old Hamish Rutherford batted his way into the history books with 171 on debut against the much-vaunted English bowling lineup.
Rutherford is the son of former New Zealand captain Ken Rutherford, who made his debut at 19 against the fearsome West Indies team of the sunbaked 1980s, and managed three test centuries in 56 matches.
Rutherford Sr was a stubborn player who should have had a better conversion rate, but his place in the game's folklore is secure.
Hamish had that extra pressure on his shoulders as he took his guard against the Poms in Dunedin, even if he wasn't thinking about it himself.
Many will link the boy with the man, even if Rutherford Jr is a great story in his own right. The way he batted - unruffled, calm - belied his cricketing maturity.
The nature of New Zealand cricket means that it's often been a family affair.
The Hadlees, Bracewells and the Cairns - we are seeing the offspring of our 80s heyday heroes starting to graduate into a silver fern.
A reporter at this newspaper recalls seeing a very young Hamish bowling and batting left-handed during breaks at Molyneux Park many summers ago, and being struck by his prodigious talent even at that age.
We read last week in the lead-up to the first test about how not that long ago Rutherford was making fancy coffees in a Dunedin cafe as he struggled to command a place in the Otago team.
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Rutherford was given a chance and, with the sage words of Craig Cumming in his ear, he made the most of it.
The rest, as they say, is history - except there are hopefully a lot of blank pages still be filled in for Rutherford Jr.
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One of Chicagoland's best Mexican restaurants. Favorite dishes include made-to-order guacamole and unique fajitas which are served sizzling hot in lava stone molcajetes. Featuring a wide variety of meat and seafood dishes in both traditional and modern Mexican preparations, alongside a seemingly endless list of tequilas to be enjoyed by themselves or in a fresh squeezed margarita.
AOK Gourmet...on the go
From gourmet sandwiches and salads for five to catering for hundreds, we strive to make every experience unique and memorable. Enjoy sandwiches, salads, soups, entrees and more.
Yolo Mexican Eatery
Family owned and operated Yolo offers a menu that changes often and caters to a wide variety of tastes. Traditional Mexican food at its finest and a recent Bib Gourmand 2014 winner.
Pizzeria Neo
An authentic Neapolitan Pizzeria offering the aroma of wood burning ovens cooking the freshest ingredients with a vibrant modern atmosphere and unique Italian wines.
CITY:St. Charles
P.F. Chang's China Bistro
Fresh, contemporary, and consistently outstanding are the trademarks of P.F.Chang's China Bistro. This stylish, high-energy bistro combines unforgettable Chinese cuisine and attentive service to create a truly unique dining experience. Recognized for its distinctive menu, P.F. Chang's signature dishes include Chang's Chicken in soothing lettuce wraps, ginger chicken with broccoli, and oolong marinated sea bass as well as a variety of new grilled entrees including the Asian marinated New York strip steak. P.F. Chang's also offers a robust list of wine and signature cocktails including the Chinese 88, Plum Collings, and Organic Agave Margarita. Why wait to enjoy the food you love?
The Harbour Club
Restaurant and Lounge located right on Bluff Lake in the Chain O'Lakes. Outside dining, tiki bar and boat docking.
Baker's Square Restaurant - Wilmette
Baker's Square is a great place for breakfest, lunch or dinner - but don't forget to save room for pie!
Uncle Julio's Hacienda - Lombard
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Border style Mexican food served in a festive atmosphere. Specialties include mesquite-grilled fajitas, shrimp, ribs, quail and our famous Swirl.
Enjoy live entertainment in this state-of-the-art venue from a live DJ to your favorite local bands. Cube also offers a selection of unique bites with options like a French Fry Trio, sliders with myriad toppings, buffalo wings and much more.
CITY:Des Plaines
Port of Blarney
Port Of Blarney has been a Chain 'O Lakes tradition for over 30 years. Known for its festive ambiance. Our Key West Room is the perfect location for your event and accommodates up to 175 guests. The décor takes you on a journey to the islands, complete with piers, boats, palm trees and magnificent murals. The event coordinator will work with you to create the meal of your desires or, choose from our enormous selection of perennial favorites. Live entertainment, daily drink specials, party packages, bags tournaments, Blarney merchandise, and shuttle rides to Blarney Island May-September. Our menu is complete with appetizers, sandwiches and refreshing salads. During the season, you can enjoy the use of our spectacular waterfront patio, overlooking a tributary leading to the Fox River and Grass Lake & home of the world's most famous boating bar.
Sweet Baby Rays' Barbecue
Authentic Southern Barbecue from the founders of the barbecue sauce by the same name. Try our steaks, fresh fish, salads, pastas, burgers, and desserts. Complement your meal with cocktails from the full bar. Private dining and catering available.
CITY:Elk Grove Village
Mitchell's Fish Market
The menu is printed twice daily to ensure the absolute freshest seafood. Open for lunch and dinner daily and feature patio and private dinning. Mitchell's Fish Market - fish any fresher would still be in the ocean!
Burger Bungalow
Burger Bungalow offers burgers, hot dogs, chicken, beef, & sausage items as well as sandwiches & wraps for either drive-thru, carry-out, or dine-in. Located in Elk Grove Village it is the perfect burger joint for lunch or dinner.
CITY:Elk Grove Village
Joy Yee's Noodle Shop
Come and enjoy an array of Asian dishes - Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Vietnamese.
Winnetka Wine Shop
Providing fine wines and craft beers for the North Shore. Every wine and beer is hand selected and taste tested before they are placed on our shelf. Stop in to select a bottle to take home or enjoy a glass in the café.
Bonefish Grill
Fresh fish-delivered, inspected, hand-cut daily and grilled over oak. Enjoy flavorful, modern culinary touches such as goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes and wild mushrooms.
Arcedium Coffeehouse
Authentic Coffeehouse. On site coffee roasting; complete line of specialty coffee drinks; sandwiches; soup; pastries; meeting room available. Banquet space available for 20 people.
CITY:St. Charles
Alexander's Resturant
Family restaurant with specialties such as fantastic baby back ribs that fall off the bone, charbroiled steaks & juicy prime rib that melt in your mouth, & a wide variety of glorious burgers.
Our signature dishes include the filet medallion trio, macadamia nut crusted halibut, wildfire chopped salad, horseradish crusted filet mignon, roasted prime rib of beef, and cedar planked salmon. In addition, we offer a variety of fresh salads and sandwiches.
The Noodle Cafe of Wilmette
Restaurant specializes in fresh pasta and seafood.
Wok n' Fire
Contemporary setting featuring Pan Asian Cuisine, Sushi Bar and full bar/lounge area.
CITY:St. Charles
Peckish Pig
The menu is presided over by a silhouette of the peckish pig himself, armed with fork and knife like a cannibal, and divided into sections: The Plank, The Bowl, Meat, Poultry, Seafood, Vegetarian, On Bread, Sides and Desserts. That makes it easy to troll through the menu and hit something from every food group; much of this food is made for sharing, and prices are reasonable, so don't worry too much about over ordering. Unique menu items include: Duck Confit Mac & Cheese, served with a Sunny-Side Up Egg, Flatbread with Arugula, Serrano Ham, Goat Cheese and Red Onion with a Fig Jam Glaze, Kimchi Potato Cakes with Plum Sauce, Lamb Burger with Cumin Fries, and Beer Big Mussels cooked in beer with onions and bacon just to name a few. Desserts are all made in house by Debbie and they are definitely calorie-worthy. "
Johnnie's Beef
Johnnie's Beef has been a staple restaurant in the beef business for many, many years! Serving Italian beef and fresh cut fries has been their specialty from the start!
CITY:Arlington Heights
Harry Caray's Restaurant - Rosemount
Award-winning Italian steakhouse located just minutes from O'Hare Airport - showcasing the legendary broadcaster's Hall of Fame career.
Fiora's Restaurant
Located in one of Geneva's most picturesque Historic Landmark Buildings, Fiora's serves a splendid selection of fine wine and European-influenced American Cuisine.
Sweet Tomatoes
We offer a unique all-you-can-eat dining experience where you can create a meal tailored just for you. We have over 45 feet of fresh salad ingredients and 10 house-made dressings where you can build your own salad masterpiece. In addition, we serve a wide selection of homemade soups, pastas, baked breads and muffins, desserts and more.
The Quarry Cable Park and Grille
The Quarry Cable Park & Grille is located on the 32-acre North Lake of Three Oaks Recreation Area in Crystal Lake. Enjoy wakeboarding at this next-generation cable wake park complete with a Full-Size Six-Tower cable system with jumps and features for experienced riders and two System 2.0 Two-Tower cable systems for beginners. Stay a little longer and enjoy the lakefront tap & grille, fire pits, live entertainment, sand volleyball, baggo, and open-air yoga. While promoting recreation and relaxation, The Quarry aims to provide a new approach to staying active for visitors near and far and invites everyone to unearth their potential.
CITY:Crystal Lake
The Cheesecake Factory
A unique restaurant offering over 200 menu items, from Tuscan chicken salad to specialty pizzas to great steaks & fresh fish, pastas, omelettes, sandwiches and classic burgers. Plus an extensive menu of cheesecakes.
Seasons 52
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Enjoy a fresh dining experience that celebrates living well at Seasons 52 fresh grill and wine bar, located at Oakbrook Center. Experience seasonally-inspired dining choices, an adventurous wine list and a casually-sophisticated ambiance.
CITY:Oak Brook
Fox and Hound Arlington Heights
Neighborhood sports bar featuring 28 big screen TVs, billiards, darts, ping pong, video gaming, and late night entertainment. Private party space available! Full menu till close! Best party in town 7 days a week!
CITY:Arlington Heights
Sweet Tomatoes - Waukegan
Sweet Tomatoes features an everyday selection of made-from-scratch soups and salads and hand-crafted muffins, focaccias, breads and desserts. And for a nutritious start to the day, a special Sunday Breakfast features handcrafted breakfast specialties.
Three Oaks Lodge
Located inside the Holiday Inn hotel with fabulous views of the water, serves Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. This is a casual dining experience featuring American cuisine, Friday night fish frys, Sunday champagne brunch and other specials.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Hugo's Frog Bar and Chop House
Operated by the Gibsons Restaurant Group, this local favorite is sure to be a top area dining destination set within Rivers Casino walls. Hugo's Frog Bar & Chop House boasts a look and feel of a marriage between a classic steakhouse and modern contemporary design. The menu features Gibsons' Prime Angus Beef, and also features lobster tails, king crab legs, fresh fish and seafood, salads and sandwiches. Gibsons Restaurant Group is the only restaurant group in the country to have its own USDA Prime Certification. The extensive wine list selection offers something for everyone at a great value.
CITY:Des Plaines
Chuck E. Cheese - Skokie
Bring your kids or be a kid yourself at Chuck E. Cheese. Play games, win prizes and eat pizza!
Pete Miller's Prime Steak & Seafood
Pete Millers features prime steaks and fresh seafood combined world class service. Enjoy a signature cocktail or glass of wine from our extensive list at Pete's bar featuring live entertainment every night. Pete Millers is also the perfect place for your
Atrium Cafe, Doubletree Hotel
American cuisine. Casual dress code. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Average cost per meal: $10-20.
CITY:Oak Brook
Parkway by the Lake Banquets
For many years we have provided the best in wedding receptions at an affordable price. We take great pride in offering the best in service, the most picturesque setting for ceremony and reception, a huge dance floor and food to rave about for months after the event.
Champps Americana Restaurant - Skokie
Champps is a sports bar and grille, but a bit more elegant than the traditional sports bar. Come in and enjoy excellent food prepared just the way you like it or watch your favorite sports game on one of our plasma TVs.
Salutos Pizza & Pasta
Salutos, a favorite Italian restaurant in Gurnee draws residents from various local communities. Owners Bob and Melody Bode recently renovated and enlarged Salutos to better accommodate patrons. The restaurant features a two-story bar, a large dining room.
Moretti's Ristorante & Pizzeria
Award-Winning Moretti's pan and thin crust Chicago-style pizza is just the most famous part of our large menu. We offer a varied selection of Italian and American dishes, both classic and modern for lunch and dinner in a friendly atmosphere. The dining room is spacious and comfortable, or dine outdoors, weather permitting, in our beautiful garden patio. Prices are very reasonable, and the service is fast and friendly. Moretti's is a great option for anything from a relaxing dinner for two to a friendly get-together to watch the big game. All our food, not just the pizza, is available for take-out and delivery. Moretti's is always a great place for all your special occasions.
Kona Kai Tiki Lounge
A Vintage Hawaiian Tiki Lounge featuring Tropical Drinks & Polynesian Appetizers in a South Pacific Island Setting.
CITY:Wood Dale
El Tipico
Friendly, neighborhood hangout with reasonably-priced, authentic Mexican food.
Cozy Noodle and Rice
Come and enjoy traditional Thai dishes. Vegetarian dishes are available. You can now order online from the website.
El Meson Mexican Restaurant
Colorful murals and native artwork decorate this intimate Mexican restaurant, serving south of the border cuisine.
Doyles Irish Pub and Eatery
Full service Family Friendly Pub style restaurant. Steaks, pasta, hand-packed burgers, fresh salads, kids menu, home-made soup, chili, apple pie, sauces and pizza. Full bar with over 40 imported beers.
Wok n' Fire
Contemporary setting features Pan Asian cuisine, sushi bar, and a full bar/lounge area. This is a popular spot for both visitors and residents.
CITY:St. Charles
Tore & Lukes
Tore & Lukes is proudly family owned and operated by Tore Gagliano for over 33 years. Our specialties are Italian Beef, Chicago style Vienna hot dogs, calabrese style pizza, italian sausage, hamburgers, and our famous big bag of fries! We have an extensive menu for lunch and dinner for dining in or out.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Giordano's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria - St. Charles
Located in the shopping center cross from Charlestowne Mall. Celebrating 30 years of pioneering the famous stuffed and equally renowned thin crust pizza! Pastas, sandwiches and assorted fresh salads. Open for lunch and dinner with a full service bar.
CITY:St. Charles
Tommy Nevin's Pub
Featuring an all-day, Irish breakfast, hearty meals like Shepherd's Pie and Irish stew, plus healthier options such as raspberry balsamic salmon. There are 17 beers on tap, including Guiness and Harp. If the food and drinks don't provide sufficient Irish spirit for you, check out the daily drink specials.
At Benihana your food is not only cooked - it's choreographed. Our chefs will have you craving for more as they slice and dice your meal right before your eyes. Highly skilled and well-trained, your personal chef will entertain you as they cook such favorites as steak, chicken, seafood and fresh vegetables in traditional Japanese style on a hibachi table. So, come in today and witness first hand what has become the longest running dinner show in the world. Reservations are recommended.
R & V Italian Market & Deli
Italian Market & Deli serving authentic homemade Italian recipes daily. The full deli offers sandwiches, salads, soups, pizza, fresh bread, and an Italian bakery. Also enjoy shopping the specialty grocery store's olive oils, pesto, gift baskets and many Italian favorites.
CITY:Lake Forest
Seasons 52
Seasons 52 is a casually sophisticated fresh grill and wine bar that invites you to discover the sensational flavors of our seasonally-inspired menu. Award-winning international wine list. Live entertainment nightly. Private & semi-private dining. Chef's table. Complimentary Valet.
Charcoal Oven
Charcoal Oven offers a wide variety of fresh fish, steaks, and Greek specialites daily.
The Cheesecake Factory - Old Orchard Shopping Center
The Cheesecake Factory serves much more than cheesecake. It is a unique restaurant offering over 200 menu items.
Dave's Italian Kitchen
For more than 25 years, Dave's has been making bread, pasta, desserts, salad dressings and soup themselves. They only use the freshest ingredients.
Graham's Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream
Homemade. Hand dipped. The ultimate taste in fine chocolates and ice cream using only the finest and freshest ingredients from around the globe.
Lucky Platter
Lucky Platter features an American decor and a yummy menu that ranges from omlettes and pizza to jambalaya and fajitas.
Vino Thai's
At Vino Thai, you'll discover the best of Thai cuisine, the freshness of carefully selected ingredients, the warm welcome, attentive service and an unforgettable experience.
CITY:St. Charles
McCormick & Schmick's
McCormick & Schmick's strives to be the best seafood restaurant in its market niche. The extensive menu changes daily and features only the freshest seafood available in season, a variety of prime, choice cut steaks and our traditional scratch bar with hand-shaken cocktails. At McCormick & Schmick's, you'll experience a real dining experience that will satisfy any appetite.
CITY:Oak Brook
Fuji Buffet
We've developed a higher standard for buffet-style dining. We offer a variety of artfully created sushi; A vast array of traditional & contemporary Chinese and Japanese hot food dishes and seafood favorites; gourmet salad and dessert bar.
CITY:St. Charles
The Vine Martini & Wine Bar
The Vine first started out as a small tapas bar and within two years had expanded their bar and restaurant into a full operation that continues to focus on using fresh and local ingredients and features over 75 cocktails. Everything, from food to drinks, is made in-house and prepared to order. We hope you enjoy your time at The Vine as much as we enjoy having you here.
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar
A fun, family-friendly restaurant with a full menu that features award-winning traditional wings, boneless wings, chicken tenders, naked tenders, spun in one of 14 signature sauces. From barbeque to blazin', there's a sauce for everyone in the family. The menu also includes burgers wraps, salads, ribs and more. With a multitude of plasmas and big screen tv's it's the perfect place to watch your favorite team.
GameWorks Entertainment
GameWorks is the perfect place for your next event. You can eat, drink and play all under one roof! GameWorks has an awesome catering menu, private rooms and lounge areas, pool tables and state of the art video games. GameWorks provides options for groups of all sizes from 10 to 1200 guests.
Aurelio's Pizza - Geneva
What sets Aurelio's apart from other Chicago pizza? We're different because we use only quality ingredients, serve a variety of generous sizes, and specialize in customizing orders to suit each individual taste. Since 1959, the Aurelio family has been devoted to offering the finest pizza, pasta and sandwiches at reasonable prices with fast, courteous, dependable service.
Dolce Italian Caffe and Bakery
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|Publication number
|Publication type
|Application number
|Publication date
|May 9, 2006
|Filing date
|Feb 28, 2003
|Priority date
|Feb 28, 2003
|Fee status
|Publication number
|L. M. Skip Borneman, Steven W. Aronson
|Original Assignee
|Polaris Industries Inc.
|Export Citation
|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan
|Patent Citations (25), Referenced by (6), Classifications (7), Legal Events (3)
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet
The present invention relates to trailer hitch systems. More particularly, to quick release trailer hitch assemblies for pivotally connecting a towed object to a towing vehicle.
Snowmobiles are popular vehicles for use in snowy conditions and can be used for utilitarian or recreational purposes. Although primarily a recreational vehicle, snowmobiles are often relied upon for transportation in remote areas where road vehicles are disabled because of poor road conditions. When used as a primary mode of transportation, it is desirable that the snowmobile be capable of hauling a load, as for example, on a towed trailer. Additionally, it may be necessary to tow a disabled snowmobile from a remote area inaccessible to general road vehicles.
A typical snowmobile may be equipped with a hitch receiver mounted at the rear of the vehicle for coupling a towed object such as a trailer, other cargo transport, or a disabled snowmobile. Typical snowmobile hitch systems have been cumbersome to install and operate, requiring complicated mounting. Additionally, typical hitch receivers extend out from the body of the snowmobile thereby detracting from aesthetics and aerodynamic properties of the snowmobile.
Because snowmobiles are often operated on uneven terrain, excessive torsional forces can be applied to the portion of the snowmobile carrying the hitch receiver, damaging the snowmobile and placing the operator in danger.
Trailer hitch assemblies for coupling a towed object, such as a trailer or vehicle, to a towing vehicle are well known. Typical trailer hitch assemblies include a two part arrangement with a ball assembly mounted to the towing vehicle and socket assembly, for receiving the ball. Such a coupling is known as a ball and socket joint.
The traditional ball and socket trailer hitch systems have two major limitations. First, the ball and socket coupling produces excessive torsional and angular stresses on the bumper. During towing, over uneven terrain or when making turns or corners there is differential horizontal and vertical displacement between the towed object and the towing vehicle. Such stresses can be so severe as to damage the bumper, the trailer hitch, or both and place the driver in danger. Second, the ball and socket must be specifically mated, that is, the ball assembly is only capable of coupling a towed object equipped with a correctly sized socket assembly. Thus, when a trailer that is not equipped with a socket assembly is encountered either the trailer or vehicle hitch system must be altered.
A further shortcoming of prior art trailer hitch assemblies involves the often cumbersome and complicated manner in which the towed object is uncoupled from the towing vehicle. For example, in the traditional ball and socket hitch system, the tongue member of the towed object must be lifted upward to uncouple the socket. This is particularly cumbersome when a heavy load is towed. Often, the trailer must be provided with a jack to enable the operator to lift the socket off the ball.
With respect to hitch assemblies for snowmobiles in particular, it has often been necessary to change the hitch receiver to mate with the particular hitch mount provided on any particular towed object. This often involves disassembly of the rear bumper of the snowmobile and the drilling of multiple holes to accommodate various hitch receiver types. Such a system is undesirable especially if the snowmobile is used to tow a variety of trailers or other towable objects. Furthermore, the aesthetics of the snowmobile are compromised by the plurality of holes drilled in the chassis.
A number of developments have been made to improve the traditional ball and socket trailer hitch assembly. For example U.S. Pat. No. 4,548,423 discloses a universal trailer hitch assembly having a mounting block that receives a shaft member extending from a universal joint. The shaft is configured to be mounted to a towing vehicle between two blocks. A stationary block mounts to the towing vehicle and a removable block sandwiches the keyed shaft of the universal joint between itself and the stationary block to provide the coupling between the towed object and the towing vehicle. The rotation of the shaft member in the mounting block reduces torsional forces. To uncouple the towed object from the towing vehicle, tools are required to disconnect the shaft from the blocks.
U.S. Pat. No. 4,588,199 discloses a swivel connection for trailers adapted to be interposed between a motorcycle or other small vehicle and a trailer. The swivel connector is formed of an elongated hollow bar welded at one end to a socket portion of a trailer hitch assembly. An open ended box is welded within the interior of the hollow bar at an end opposite the socket. A spindle is welded within the open-ended box. The spindle of the socket portion of the hitch assembly is journalled in an open-ended sleeve provided on the tongue member of a trailer for horizontal rotation thereabout. Thus, to benefit from the degree of rotation afforded by the swivel connector, each trailer or towed object must be fitted with the swivel connector.
U.S. Pat. No. 3,797,846 discloses a tow bar with a pivotable tongue for coupling a snowmobile to be towed to a towing snowmobile. Torsional forces are reduced by providing a tongue with a threaded bolt mounted in the internal space of the tongue. The towing vehicle and towed object are coupled together via a threaded bolt that is received within the bolt of the tongue. Torsional forces are essentially taken up by the screwing and unscrewing (depending on the direction of the force) of the threaded bolt.
U.S. Pat. No. 3,552,775 discloses a trailer hitch coupling configured to reduce torsional forces. The coupling is comprised of a pintle formed with annular grooves. Annular rings sized to be received within the annular grooves allow the pintle to rotate against the annular rings. One end of the pintle is provided with metal plates for mounting to a traditional trailer hitch. The other end is received within a terminus of an auto tow bar. There is also provided a number of adaptors to adjust the pintle for use in varying sized and shaped receivers. While allowing for reduction in torsional forces, the coupling requires the use of inconvenient adapters, multiple parts, and is cumbersome to uncouple the towed object from the towing vehicle.
While there have been previous attempts to accommodate differential movement and torsional forces, none satisfy the requirement of simultaneously reducing torsional forces on the towing vehicle while being freely and easily interchangeable for use with a variety of tongue configurations provided on towable objects. Furthermore, none of the prior art assemblies provide for a convenient and efficient manner of uncoupling the towed object from the towing vehicle. There remains a need, therefore, for a trailer hitch system satisfying these requirements.
The present invention provides an improved hitch assembly for snowmobiles or other vehicles capable of towing a towable object. In accordance with one aspect there is provided a trailer hitch assembly that includes a cylindrical receiver mountable to a chassis of a towing vehicle. The assembly further includes a hitch mount assembly configured to be coupled to an object to be towed. The hitch mount assembly including a cylindrical member sized to be received in and traverse through the cylindrical receiver to allow for 360° axial rotation therein.
According to another aspect, there is provided a trailer hitch assembly including a mounting frame that is readily attachable to a chassis of a towing vehicle. The mounting frame includes a tubular receiver and a hitch mount assembly detachably coupled to the receiver. The hitch mount assembly includes a cylindrical member that is sized to be received in the cylindrical receiver and to extend through an open end of the receiver. The cylindrical member further includes two holes formed therethrough for receiving a pin for detachably securing the assembly to the receiver and preventing axial separation thereof. The holes are positioned so as to extend beyond an open end of the receiver so as to allow free rotation of the cylindrical member therein.
In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a trailer hitch assembly that includes a mounting frame. The mounting frame includes two spaced apart arm members, each arm member including at least one hole formed therethrough. The holes are generally aligned with holes formed within a chassis of a towing vehicle for mounting a bumper to the vehicle, such that the mounting frame is attachable to the chassis without alteration to the towing vehicle. The mounting frame further includes a tubular receiver and a hitch mount assembly detachably connectable thereto. The hitch mount assembly includes a cylindrical member sized to be receivable through the receiver and freely rotatable therein. The hitch mount assembly further including means for securing an object to be towed.
In accordance with yet another aspect of the invention, there is provided a snowmobile including a longitudinally extending chassis including a front portion, a central portion, and a rear portion. The front chassis portion having an engine cradle for mounting an engine that powers a drive track. The front portion mounts a pair of steerable skis. The central portion includes a drive tunnel having the drive track disposed therein, the drive tunnel having opposing right and left generally vertical side walls and a top portion supporting an operator seat for accommodating an operator in straddle fashion.
The snowmobile further includes a hitch receiver mount rigidly secured to the drive tunnel, the hitch receiver mount including a cylindrical hitch receiver attached thereto, the cylindrical receiver including a first and second open end.
The hitch receiver includes a hitch mount assembly detachably connectable to the receiver. The hitch mount assembly includes a cylindrical member sized to be receivable through the receiver and freely rotatable in the tubular receiver. The cylindrical member further including two holes formed therethrough, the holes positioned so that they extend beyond the second open end of the cylindrical receiver.
The drawings depict of a preferred embodiment of a snowmobile with the universal hitch receiver. It will be understood, however, that many specific details of the snowmobile hitch receiver illustrated in the drawings can be altered or modified by one of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the spirit of the invention. In particular, the universal hitch receiver may be used on other types of vehicles.
A pair of skis 20 are mounted at the front body portion 12 of the chassis. A handlebar assembly 22, positioned forward of the seat 16, is operatively linked to the skis 20 for steering the snowmobile 10. A front suspension system suspends the skis 20 mounted on suspension arms 24. The skis 20 and suspension arms 24 are constructed so that the skis 20 may be pivoted laterally to steer the snowmobile, for example, by turning the handlebars 22.
An engine compartment or bulkhead (not shown) is positioned at the front body portion 12. Rearwardly of the skis 20 and beneath the seat 16, the chassis suspends an endless track assembly 26, for propelling the snowmobile, from a rear suspension system (not shown). The endless track 26 is centrally mounted under the chassis in a longitudinally extending drive tunnel (not shown). The track system is driven by an engine positioned in the engine compartment (not shown).
As depicted in
Each arm includes vertical side plates 46 for mounting to the chassis of a snowmobile. Each vertical side plate 46 includes holes 48 formed therethrough. The holes 48 are configured such they align with receiving holes 36 in the tunnel 30 that are used for securing the bumper 38 to the rear of the snowmobile 10. Holes 48 in the vertical side plates 46 can be provided in a variety of configurations and numbers dependent on the particular snowmobile being outfitted with the hitch receiver. The distance between the side arms 42 is generally equivalent to the width of the tunnel 30 of the snowmobile so that once attached, the mounting bracket does not alter the profile or aesthetics of the snowmobile. The side arms 42 may be dimensioned so that the hitch receiver mounting bracket 40 does not extend out beyond the bumper so as to maintain the aesthetics of the snowmobile.
Mounting bracket 40 further includes an open-ended tubular receiver member 50 rigidly attached to horizontally extending members 44 by means of welding or any other suitably strong attachment. The cylindrical receiver member 50 is generally a hollow tube with first and second open ends 52 and 54, respectively. A hitch mounting assembly is received within the cylindrical hitch receiver, as will be described further below.
As shown in
As can be seen in
During towing over uneven terrain or when cornering or turning there are significant torsional forces exerted upon the towing vehicle. Such forces can be so severe as to twist the hitch assembly or the bumper to which it is secured. To accommodate such forces and reduce the torsional stress, the hitch assemblies 56 include a cylindrical member 58 for coupling to the hitch receiver 50 that rotates through 360° within the hitch receiver 50.
As illustrated in
Cylindrical member 58 may be rigidly attached to a plate member 62 by welding or other suitable means. Plate member 62 acts as a stop to limit axial movement of the cylindrical member 58 within the cylindrical receiver 50. Additionally, plate member 62 may be attached to various tongue members 66 for coupling the towed object.
As shown in
Tongue member may be provided in a variety of configurations to accommodate the varied styles of hitches provided on towed objects. For example, as illustrated in
Axial separation of the hitch mount assembly 56 and receiver 50 is prevented by means of a lynch pin 68, cotter pin, or other suitable means such as a bolt or any metal pin of sufficient tensile strength. As illustrated in
It is readily apparent that no tools are required to modify the hitch assembly of the present invention to accommodate varied hitch styles provided on towable objects. To adapt the hitch receiver to accommodate varied trailer hitches, one simply removes the lynch pin 68, removes the hitch mount assembly 56 from the receiver, inserts a new hitch mount assembly 56 and reinserts the lynch pin 68.
While preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described, it should be understood that various changes, adaptations, and modifications may be made without departing from the spirit of the invention and the scope of the appended claims.
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|U.S. Classification
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|International Classification
|Cooperative Classification
|European Classification
|Jun 2, 2003
Owner name: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC., MINNESOTA
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|Nov 5, 2009
|Fee payment
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|Oct 31, 2013
|Fee payment
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