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Newtown Township
Board of Supervisor Minutes
October 26, 2005
MINUTES WERE APPROVED at the regular meeting November 16, 2005. Minutes of October 26, 2005: Mrs. Goren noted that the last sentence of the last page of the minutes of October 26, 2005 should read, "…the delay of the light synchronization…"
Mr. Jirele moved to accept the minutes of October 26, 2005 as corrected. Mr. Goodnoe seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
The Newtown Township Board of Supervisors met on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 in the Township meeting room at 8:00 PM. In attendance were Supervisors: Chairman Richard Weaver, Vice-Chairman Scott R. Harp, Secretary/Treasurer Anne Goren, and Members Raymond Goodnoe and Thomas Jirele. Also present were: David Sander, Township Solicitor; Chris Walker, Township Engineer; and Robert Pellegrino, Township Manager.
Call to Order: Chairman Richard Weaver called the regular meeting to order at 8:00 PM with a moment of silence.
Invocation: The invocation was given by Pastor Ron Highley of Crossing Community Church. . This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Additions and Changes to the Agenda: Mr. Pellegrino reported that there would be an addition to the Engineer's Report; item 2 would be the LaSalle University Improvement Agreement.
Special Actions
Recognition of Retirement: Mr. Weaver presented a recognition award from the Board of Supervisors to Lois Weasner, on her retirement after nineteen years as a school crossing guard.
Mr. Weaver presented a recognition award from the Board of Supervisors to Rita Kalmore, on her retirement from the Park and Recreation Department after twelve years of service to the Township.
Minutes, Bills Lists and Reports
Minutes: Mrs. Goren moved to approve the minutes of the work session of September 19, 2005. Mr. Harp seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Harp moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 28, 2005. Mrs. Goren seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Goodnoe moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 5, 2005. Mr. Harp seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Bills List: Mrs. Goren moved to approve bills totaling $888,486.60. Mr. Harp seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Mrs. Goren moved to approve interfund transfers totaling $323,866.86. Mr. Harp seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Reports of Committees Boards and Commissions
Telecommunications Advisory Board: Chairman James Manahan reported that on Wednesday, October 5, 2005, the Board met with the new Comcast representative, Brian Jeter. Mr. Jeter said that Comcast is revising its channel line-up to make all of Bucks County consistent. The Board discussed meeting with the representatives of local colleges to ask them to supply content for the local television station. There have been no official complaints to the Board about the ongoing Verizon work.
Mr. Harp commented that he has recently read about Verizon bringing television service to other areas. He hopes that some day there will be cable competition in Newtown, and the cable rates will be reduced. He thanked the Board for its hard work to bring about cable competition.
Planning Commission: Chairman Shawn Ward reported that at the October 18, 2005 meeting the Commission reviewed a proposal to rezone four tax parcels along Rte 413 in the PS-2 Zoning District as R-2. McGrath Homes wants to join these parcels into one parcel of 41 acres in order to construct an age-qualified townhome community. McGrath has gotten a positive reaction from the representatives of the Newtown Grant Homeowners Associations. The Commission voted to recommend that the Board of Supervisors authorize the Township Solicitor to draft an ordinance to amend the JMZO to rezone the subject parcels from PS-2 to R-2, distribute the ordinance to the Jointure for review and include with the ordinance the petition submitted by the applicant, and a study of the impact of the elimination of the majority of PS-2 district. The Commission recommends that the Township Planner review this study and that her comments be enclosed with the ordinance and petition. The Commission advised the applicant that he should proceed with land development at his own risk.
The Commission recommended that the Board of Supervisors approve the land development waiver request of Friends Lane Condo Association, 121 Friends Lane, with the conditions that the plan comply with the Pennoni Associates letter of September 30, 2005, the Bucks County Conservation District letter of October 7, 2005, that a waiver from SALDO Section 514 be granted to allow parking in the front yard, and that the plan be revised so that seven parking spaces are added to the middle entrance road and seven parking spaces are removed from the rear corner adjacent to the Newtown By-Pass.
The Commission reviewed eight Zoning Hearing Board applications and makes no comment.
Mr. Ward commented that he takes umbrage at a recent letter to the editor of the Bucks County Courier Times about the activities of the Planning Commission. He said that the Planning Commission is an advisory, not a decision making, body. The Commission cannot deny an applicant who is in compliance with the Ordinance. The Commission serves at the discretion of the Board of Supervisors.
Land Development Projects
Conditional Use – Soccer & Lacrosse Corner – 53 German Avenue: Don Marshall represented the applicant. Mr. Marshall reminded the Board that testimony had been closed in this hearing, but that the application had been continued to allow the parties to attempt to work out differences. He said that discussions between Mr. Yardley and Mr. Neuhard had been unproductive.
Mr. Marshall offered as Exhibits A-1 a through c, letters from residents of 50, 53 and 54 German Avenue in support of Mr. Yardley's application, and Exhibits A-2 a through g, letters from business owners in the immediate vicinity of 53 German Avenue, in support of the application.
Mr. Neuhard objected, noting that he had not been provided copies of these exhibits; that the record is closed; and that one of the residents is also the property owner.
Mr. Marshall said that the Planning Commission had recommended that the Board of Supervisors approve this application, with conditions.
Mr. Neuhard said that there has not been any agreement about road maintenance, as suggested by Mr. Goodnoe. Mr. Neuhard said that this is not a public road; that this road is too narrow for commercial traffic; that one property owner does not have the right to inflict the burden of increased commercial traffic and the consequent wear and tear on the road on his neighbors; that Mr. Yardley's hardship is self created; and that Mr. Yardley built the barn that is now proposed for commercial use under an accessory residential building permit. He said that the Ordinance requires that businesses be located on main streets. Since school has reopened there has been increased traffic because of student parking. Adding commercial traffic would create a dangerous situation. He asked that the application be denied.
Mr. Marshall responded that four of the five property owners on German Avenue have written to support this use. The parking provided is adequate for maneuvering. The use and maintenance of this road indicates that it is a public thoroughfare.
In response to questions from Mr. Pellegrino, Mr. Marshall said that the Zoning Hearing Board decision incorrectly refers to Ms. Hillman as the equitable owner. Mr. Yardley is the owner, and Ms. Hillman is a lessee.
In response to questions from the Board, Mr. Sander said that he and Mr. Harris have researched whether German Avenue is a public street, and feel that it is a very confusing issue. Use and maintenance history would indicate that it is a public road, although there has been no formal transfer.
Ms. Susan Hillman was sworn in.
In response to Mr. Jirele's questions, Ms. Hillman said that she has a one-year lease on a property in Yardley, but intends to open for business in this location as well. There is currently enough business to support the two locations.
Mr. Jirele said that he has visited the site a number of times and feels that the width of the street is not adequate to support commercial traffic.
Mr. Jirele moved to deny the application of Soccer & Lacrosse Corner for conditional use. Mrs. Goren seconded.
Discussion of motion: Mrs. Goren expressed concern about whether German Avenue is a private street.
Mr. Goodnoe said that, while he thinks that Mr. Yardley has possibly pushed to the very limits of the Ordinance, the property is zoned for business, and he has received relief from the Zoning Hearing Board. He said that other properties that are zoned commercial are accessed by private roads. He said that he did not think that the Township has standing to deny this application. He would have liked to have seen maintenance agreements for the street.
Mr. Jirele said that if Mr. Yardley had come in to develop the property commercially, there would have been different requirements for buffering and for improvements to the road.
The motion passed 4-1, with Mr. Goodnoe voting nay.
K. Hovnanian's Four Seasons at Newtown – Buck Road at the Newtown By-Pass – Conditional Use: Mr. Sander said that he is in receipt of a letter from Mr. Jonas requesting a continuation of this hearing until November 16, 2005, and a one-month extension of the seven hour, 100 day time for the hearing.
Mr. Harp moved to continue the conditional use hearing of K. Hovnanian's Four Seasons to November 16, 2005. Mr. Jirele seconded.
Discussion of motion: In response to Mrs. Goren's question, Mr. Sander said that this would satisfy the seven hour/100 day requirement.
Mr. Pellegrino said that he was attempting to schedule a special meeting to finish this matter.
The motion passed unanimously.
PRD Variance – Matt Mount – 233 Stanford Place: Mr. Mount said that since he had last appeared before the Board he had modified his plan to make the addition smaller. It is now 6.9 feet by 38 feet. He no longer needs a variance for the setback on the addition but still needs the variance for the shed. He has reduced the impervious surface. He has also gotten letters of approval from his two immediate neighbors and his Homeowners Association. He presented letters from Mr. and Mrs. Morris, Raymond Hencken and Mary Ann Sorrento in support of his plans. He said that these are his next-door neighbors on both sides. He has no neighbor opposite his home, and his property backs to open space. He asked that the Board grant this variance, as the space is needed for his growing family, and he would rather expand his home than move.
Resident Maureen Cooper of Country Bend asked that the Supervisors deny this application. She said that she has been a resident of Country Bend for over twenty years, and has abided by the rules of the Homeowners Association. She said that the proposed addition is not in keeping with the character of the neighborhood, as it is much larger than any other addition in the development. The size of the addition will make the lot seem crowded. It is visible from her home, and will be unsightly. She is also concerned that the shed has been placed so close to the property line. She said that the Country Bend Homeowners Association rules require 61% of the residents' approval for a variance of this kind. She was also concerned about the increased impervious surface causing flooding problems throughout the area.
In response to Mr. Sander's questions, Ms. Cooper said that Country Bend requires a 6-foot setback for sheds. She had not seen the letter from the Homeowners Association approving the plan until this evening. She said that when she had asked for permission to make changes to her property she was required to pay fees for permits, and she felt that Mr. Mount should be held to this same standard. She is also very concerned that once this precedent has been set, other neighbors will seek to build large, two-story additions. She does not want to see the by-laws of the Homeowners Association changed. Ms. Cooper said that she is not sure of the exact distance from her home to the Mounts, but she did receive the notice from the Township.
Mr. Sander explained that, even if a variance were granted, there would still be fees for permits, and Mr. Mount would be obliged to pay all such fees. He explained that seeking this variance does not alter the Country Bend by-laws, but is a variance from the zoning ordinance and final plan. It is seeking permission for this application only, not for the entire development.
Mr. Mount said that he has modified his original plans so that the addition meets the setback requirements. Only the shed requires a setback variance. This shed was on the property at the time he purchased the house, and it appears on the plan that was submitted to his Homeowners Association. He said that the Homeowners Association notifies residents of meetings.
In response to Mrs. Goren's question, Mr. Mount said that he would rather not move his shed because he would like to leave a larger lawn area on the side of his pool where his children play.
Mrs. Goren noted that the shed is not referenced in the Homeowners Association letter nor in the support letters from the neighbors.
Mr. Sander noted that the addition is new, but the shed has existed on the property without any complaints.
Ms. Cooper said that the Homeowners Association met in private and she was not permitted to attend. She said that the Homeowners Association thought that it was up to the Township to decide on this issue.
Mr. Jirele moved to grant a variance from the Country Bend final plan to allow an impervious surface ratio of 32.96%, and from JMZO Section 1000(E)(4) to permit a 2-foot side yard setback. Mr. Weaver seconded.
Discussion of motion: Mr. Jirele said that the Homeowners Association has signed off on the plan, which included the shed, and he feels it is up to the neighbors to make their concerns known to the Homeowners Association. While he is not in favor of the location of the shed, it has existed without complaint.
Mr. Ward said that at the Planning Commission meeting, Mr. Harwood had asked that Mr. Mount include the pre-existing shed in his application.
Mrs. Goren expressed concern that the Homeowners Association has relied on the Board of Supervisors to uphold its by-laws.
Mr. Jirele noted that the Homeowners Association has submitted its approval of the plan in writing.
In response to Mr. Weaver's question, Mr. Mount said that he would move the shed if necessary, but he has never had any complaints about it, and it is behind a five-foot privacy fence. In response to Mr. Goodnoe's questions, Mr. Mount said that the fence completely surrounds the rear of his home. The shed is seven feet high.
Resident David Katz said that he is a resident of Tyler Walk, and it concerns him that Homeowners Associations are meeting privately and not allowing input from residents. He said that he thought that the Board of Supervisors needs to know what went on at the meeting.
Mr. Goodnoe said that while he is concerned about setting precedent on sheds in the neighborhood, he felt that the request is mitigated by the fence.
The motion passed 3-2, with Mrs. Goren and Mr. Harp voting nay.
PRD Variance – Thomas Coates – 12 Pinetree Court: Thomas Coates explained that he is seeking a variance to put an addition on his home for a family room. He has six children and the space is needed as a play area for the family. His home does not have a basement and so an addition is necessary. It will encroach five feet into the setback. He is also seeking a variance for a pre-existing shed. The shed is located close to the property line because of the steep slope of his yard. This was the only place to accommodate the shed.
Mr. Sander said that both the Homeowners Association and the supporting neighbors' letters reference the shed. He also pointed out the irregular shape of the lot.
Mr. Goodnoe moved to grant a variance from the Brookside Final Plan to allow a rear yard setback of 25.1 feet and a side yard setback of 9.2 feet, and from JMZO Section 1000(E)(4) to permit a side yard setback of 2.9 feet and a rear yard setback of 0.3 feet. Mr. Harp seconded.
Discussion of motion: Mark Byelich, representing the Brookside Community Association, said that the Association objects to the plan. He submitted a letter, dated October 26, 2005, stating such. He said that some of the residents have expressed concerns that Mr. Coates' plans do not provide any details, and the size might be too large. He agreed with Mr. Coates' statement that the property slopes, making it difficult to place a shed anywhere within the permitted area.
Mr. Sander noted that the first letter of the Community Association, submitted to the Planning Commission on September 20, 2005, had been signed, whereas this second, more recent letter was unsigned.
Mr. Byelich explained that the President of the Association had e-mailed the letter to him this evening, as he is the only Board member available to attend this meeting.
Mr. Coates said that he has no details about the addition because he did not want to draft plans until he knew whether he would be granted a variance.
Mr. Jirele said that, while he has no objection to this application, he would like Mr. Coates to work with his Association to help them feel more comfortable supporting his plans.
Mr. Coates said that he was unaware that there were any objections to the plan.
Mr. Goodnoe withdrew his motion. Mr. Harp withdrew his second.
Mr. Harp suggested that Mr. Coates discuss his plans with his Community Association and continue his application until the next meeting.
Mrs. Goren moved to continue the application of Thomas Coates for a PRD variance to November 16, 2005. Mr. Harp seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Final Plan for Minor Subdivision - Brabazon – 14 Eldridge Road: Don Marshall, attorney for the applicant, reminded the Board that they had withheld a motion in this application until it was learned whether FEMA approval of the HEC-2 study was necessary. Mr. Harris has learned that, because this is alluvial soil and not a floodplain, FEMA approval is not required. The applicant will comply with all comments on the review letters. The Planning Commission had recommended approval, with conditions, including noting existing trees on the plan, not removing larger trees, and tapering the lot line to meet the 200-foot width requirement.
In response to Mr. Goodnoe's question, Mr. Marshall pointed out the proposed access point, noting that the Zoning Hearing Board had required that the access not impact floodplain soils.
Mr. Goodnoe discussed the proposed access to the second lot, noting that there are existing large trees where the paving stops on Eldridge Road. He said that he is not concerned about the utilities using the extension of Eldridge Road, but he would like the trees to remain.
After some Board discussion, Mr. Marshall said that there would be a common entrance, shared by both lots, with easements in place, and that the applicant would not dedicate to the ultimate right-of-way.
Mr. Goodnoe moved to approve the minor subdivision of 14 Eldridge Road with the conditions that:
§ The applicant will comply with the Pennoni Associates letters of October 20, 2005 and of July 21, 2005;
§ The applicant will comply with the letter of the Newtown Township Planning Commission dated September 21, 2005;
§ The applicant will comply with the letter of Boucher and James dated June 15, 2005;
§ The applicant will comply with the Bucks County Planning Commission letter of June 13, 2005;
§ The applicant will comply with the decision of the Newtown Township Zoning Hearing Board;
§ All required permits and approvals are obtained;
§ All outstanding costs are paid and all necessary security agreements and sewer and water agreements are obtained;
§ The plan is revised to show that access to lot one is taken from the existing driveway serving lot two;
§ A note is added to the plan stating that no additional access to either lot will be taken from the right-of-way;
§ Applicant shall present to the Township, and receive the Township's approval for an access easement across a portion of lot two to lot one, said easement to be recorded simultaneously with the recording of the final plans;
§ A note shall be added to the plan stating that there shall be no extension of Eldridge Lane beyond the existing macadam;
§ A note shall be added to the plan placing a deed restriction on lot one stating that there shall be no direct access from Eldridge Lane to lot one;
Mr. Weaver seconded.
Discussion of motion: Mr. Jirele expressed concern about access to lot 1, and about the wetlands on the property. He said that it would be difficult to monitor protection of these wetlands. He felt that the building envelope is too small. Although Mr. Brabazon pointed out that permits would be required for building, Mr. Jirele noted that other properties in the Township with similar protected wetlands have been encroached upon. It is difficult to monitor, and difficult to repair.
In response to Mr. Walker's comments, Mr. Marshall said that the plans do not show grading, access or the proposed building because at this time there are no plans for a building. The access to the new lot was determined by the Zoning Hearing Board. The property would have a 5000 square foot building footprint, sufficient for a very large house. The applicant has complied with all aspects of the application, including the HEC-2 study.
Resident Nancy Crescenzo commented that this situation is similar to one on Wrights Road, and that the Board should not make exceptions in environmentally sensitive areas. She said that the Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) should review this plan and make recommendations before approval is given.
Mr. Goodnoe noted that the problems with the Wrights Road properties are the result of violations.
Mr. Jirele briefly discussed changing the division of the property to avoid cutting through the wetlands, making the division east to west rather than north to south.
Mr. Brabazon said that the engineers had decided on this division based on the recommendation of the soil scientists, making the division where it would have the least impact on alluvial soils.
Mrs. Crescenzo again said that the EAC should review the plans for environmentally sensitive properties such as this one.
Mr. Weaver responded that review of land development plans is not part of the EAC mission.
Mr. Goodnoe amended his motion to include that note shall be added to the plan stating that a conservation easement will be placed on all environmentally sensitive areas of lot one, including, but not limited to, alluvial soils, woodlands, wetlands, and floodplains, all as delineated on the plan, and requiring the submission to and approval of the Township in the form of conservation easement, and requiring the conservation easement to be recorded simultaneously with the recording of the final plan. Mr. Weaver seconded the amendment.
Discussion of amendment: Mr. Jirele expressed concern about the building envelope, and future development of the property, including pools, patios, sheds, etc.
The motion passed 4-1, with Mr. Jirele voting nay.
Friends Lane Commons, 121 Friends Lane – Land Development Waiver Request – Mary Ellen Saylor of Pickering Corts and Summerson said that the plan has been reviewed by the Planning Commission, who recommended support of the request for a waiver of land development.
Mr. Jirele moved to waive land development for Friends Lane Commons – 121 Friends lane with the conditions that the plan comply with the Pennoni Associates letter of September 30, 2005 and the Bucks County Planning Commission letter of October 7, 2005. A waiver from SLDO Section 514 should be granted to allow parking in the front yard, and that the plan be revised so that seven parking spaces are added to the middle entrance road and seven parking spaces are removed from the rear corner adjacent to the Newtown By-Pass. All permits and approvals should be obtained and the applicant should post an escrow for inspection services. Mrs. Goren seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Authorization to Draft and Circulate an Ordinance Amending the Joint Municipal Zoning Map to rezone Properties Owned by McGrath from PS-2 to R-2: Attorney Tom Hecker represented the owner, McGrath Homes. He explained that McGrath Homes has purchased the properties along Durham Road opposite the Municipal Complex and would like to construct an age-qualified townhome development. The properties had been zoned PS-2 and had previously been approved for office buildings, but the owners had not been able to find tenants. The land development plans have been fully engineered for this 120-townhome development. It will be necessary to circulate an amendment to the Jointure to change this zoning to R-2. The Planning Commission has given a favorable recommendation to this proposed change.
Mr. Wayne, Engineer on the project, explained that the 41 acres would have 120 townhomes, each 37 feet wide. There would be four parking spaces for each unit. Impervious surface ratio is 34%. The open space would be owned by the Homeowners Association. A recreation/community center is planned, which would be staffed by volunteer residents. The center would include indoor/outdoor pools, exercise equipment, and community rooms. He showed a view of the front elevations of the townhomes, and explained that there is a great deal of interest in these units, which will involve no outside maintenance.
Mr. Hecker said that he has already discussed this plan with some of the Newtown Grant Homeowners Associations, which have expressed support for the zoning change. In response to Mr. Jirele's question, he said that McGrath has already begun the land development process and will be going to the Planning Commission soon. He understands that the applicant is proceeding at its own risk, as the rezoning has not been completed. In response to Mr. Goodnoe's questions, he said that the units would be owned by fee simple, but that the exteriors and surrounding grounds would be maintained by the Homeowners Association. He expects that the streets will remain private. It will be up to the Homeowners Association to decide whether this would be a gated community.
Mr. Harp moved to draft and circulate an ordinance amending the Joint Municipal Zoning Map to rezone properties owned by McGrath from PS-2 to R-2. Mr. Goodnoe seconded.
Discussion of motion: Mr. Pellegrino said that there is an out-parcel surrounded by this development, which is also zoned PS-2.
Mrs. Crescenzo said that she did not understand why the Township would consider spot zoning. There had been unwillingness to rezone some properties for business.
Mr. Sander said that because this parcel is surrounded by R-2 properties it is not considered spot zoning. This is a motion to circulate a draft amendment, not a vote to rezone.
Mrs. Goren noted that she is in favor of this change because it has a positive impact on surrounding neighbors.
Resident Ethel Hibbs questioned why this property had ever been rezoned as PS-2. She expressed concern because the property is adjoining her home, and there had been agreements in place for buffering when the property was to have been developed as offices. She also questioned whether the Society Place Homeowners Association had been consulted about this proposed change. She expressed concern about increased traffic.
Mr. Goodnoe said that the properties had been zoned PS-2 because there had been professional businesses located on these lots.
Mr. Wayne said that there would be a signal at the intersection of this development, which would be directly opposite the municipal complex entrance, if necessary. The entrance to the development is 1100 feet from North Drive.
Mrs. Hibbs said that because the Jointure is in the process of redoing the comprehensive plan she thought any changes to existing zoning should be postponed.
Mrs. Goren said that the PS-2 zoning could have the same impact on Mrs. Hibbs' home as the LSAC offices have had on the residents of Grant Avenue.
Mrs. Hibbs suggested that the complaints of the Grant Avenue residents are exaggerated.
Resident Robert Ciervo expressed concern about increased residential development, as it burdens the Township infrastructure. He said that perhaps a development would increase traffic.
Mrs. Goren noted that an office complex could generate 1800 trips per day.
Resident Phil Calabro said that the proposed development would increase property values for the surrounding neighbors and that the change in zoning would have a positive impact on the community.
Resident Karen D'Aprile said that neighbors should be informed of this proposed change.
Mr. Sander explained that a change in the ordinance would be advertised, the property would be prominently posted, and owners within 500 feet of the property would be notified by mail.
Resident Paul Salvatore asked that each Supervisor express an opinion on this proposed change.
Mr. Katz said that he agrees with Mrs. Hibbs, that changes should be postponed until the comprehensive plan has been updated.
Mrs. Goren said that the other municipalities are supportive of the addition of R-2 zoning within the Jointure.
Mr. Ward said that PS-2 is not the best use for this property, and that R-2 will generate less traffic. He said that it is up to each municipality to bring to the Jointure proposed changes that benefit that municipality.
Resident Jerry Shenkman compared this proposed zoning change with the Brandywine development. He said that discussions like this should have taken place before Brandywine was approved. He said that the Township, developers and realtors should be required to notify residents of plans for neighboring parcels.
Mr. Jirele commented that such discussions had taken place prior to Brandywine's approval. He said that it is not the municipality's responsibility to inform prospective buyers of the Township's zoning.
Resident Walt Iwaskiw said that this is a serious issue and it should be on the Township Web site.
Resident John D'Aprile said that although the Newtown Grant Homeowners Associations had approved the plan, some residents have spoken against it.
The motion passed unanimously.
Member Comments: Mr. Harp commended the faculty, staff and students of Goodnoe Elementary School for their participation in the "Wee Care Bear" program, which will now be providing bears for victims of the hurricanes in the South.
Community Comments: Resident Tony McBrien expressed concern that there is still no resolution of the lighting problems between Newtown Gate and LSAC. Although a replacement light has been approved by the Homeowners Association, LSAC has indicated that these lights would remain on all night for safety and security. He asked what the security and safety issue is, since LSAC employs a guard twenty-four hours a day. He said that agreements made between the Township and LSAC have not been enforced.
Mr. Harp moved to notify LSAC that effective tomorrow, all lights except those attached to the building, be extinguished at 8:00PM. Mrs. Goren seconded.
Discussion of motion: Mr. Jirele said that LSAC has agreed to replace the lights, and to provide shielding for those lights closest to the surrounding homes, but they feel they need the lights to remain on for security.
Mr. Harp said that those employees who work late should park in the underground lot.
Mrs. Goren said that since the police have indicated that the lights should remain on all night, they should inform the Board of the reason for their concern.
Mr. Harp said that until the police explain the reason for the lights to remain on they should be off.
Mr. Goodnoe agreed with Mr. McBrien that he is entitled to an explanation as to why the police feel the lights are necessary. He asked if Mr. Harp had contacted the police department for an explanation.
Mr. Pellegrino said that Chief Duffy has indicated that the lights are necessary for safety and security. At this point we are at an impasse that will only be resolved in court.
The motion failed 2-3, with Messrs. Jirele, Goodnoe and Weaver voting nay.
Mr. Katz said that the EAC mission statement should be amended to include review of environmentally sensitive properties being considered for land development.
In response to Mr. Katz's question, Mr. Pellegrino said that the Township has been reimbursed for the Stockburger survey.
Mr. Salvatore announced that Newtown Rotary is sponsoring "Pedals for Progress", a collection of used bicycles to be shipped to third-world countries on November 12 at Goodnoe Family Restaurant from 12:00 to 3:00PM. Those wishing to drop off bicycles in advance of the collection date can do so at Stockburgers. NBPA heard Former Governor Mark Schweiker speak at the last meeting. The next meeting is November 22, at which Linda Mitchell will speak. He congratulated Mr. Goodnoe on the restaurant's 50th anniversary.
Mrs. Crescenzo commented on a recent series in the Bucks County Courier Times about drug and alcohol abuse among teens. She said that this points out the need for a community center for teens and seniors. She compared expenditures proposed for the Woll tract for active recreation to expenditures for non-athlete teens. She said that the proposed recreation facilities included in the new municipal complex plan would not be adequate.
Resident Jay Sensibaugh said that the planned debate among Supervisor Candidates, moderated by the League of Women Voters has been canceled.
Mr. Weaver asked that no political comments follow this announcement.
Mr. Sensibaugh said that at one time the Planning Commission had been in discussion about a disclosure ordinance, but it had never been approved by the Board of Supervisors.
Mr. Jirele said that although the Board supports the idea of a disclosure ordinance, there was difficulty with the proposed language and it had never been resolved.
Reports of Officials
Plan Expirations: none
Solicitor: Mr. Sander reviewed eight applications to the Zoning Hearing Board.
Mr. Jirele moved to send the Solicitor to the Zoning Hearing Board in opposition to the application of Third Federal Savings Bank. Mr. Goodnoe seconded.
Discussion of motion: Mr. Jirele said that there should be uniform standard for size of bank signs throughout the Township.
Mr. Harp said that he thought that the Zoning Hearing Board would handle this properly.
The motion passed 4-1, with Mr. Harp voting nay.
Engineer: Mr. Harp moved to authorize execution of the development agreement for Cameron C. Troilo, Inc, 104 Pheasant Run. Mrs. Goren seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Harp moved to approve the improvement agreement and signing of Mylars for LaSalle University. Mrs. Goren seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
New Business
Mr. Harp reported that certain Council Rock sports teams had requested use of the fields in front of Lockheed Martin for practice. He referred the request to the Park and Recreation Board.
Mr. Jirele asked that interested residents send resumes to serve on Township committees, boards and commissions, as appointments will be made at the January re-organization meeting.
Community Comment
Mr. Ciervo said that he thinks the area around Newtown Gate is too brightly lit, although there has been some petty crime in the neighborhood. He said that he would prefer to see the property on Durham Road rezoned as R-1 or CM, and that the businesses already existing should be grandfathered. He would like the Park and Recreation Department to be self-sufficient. He is disappointed that the plans for the Acme site do not include an ice rink. He would like the business community to build a community center.
Mrs. Crescenzo expressed concern about recent Park and Recreation Board discussions about the deer population and creek erosion at Clark Nature Center. She said that the EAC should be included in any evaluation of solutions to the problems there. She expressed concern about the number of canceled meetings of Township Boards, Committees and Commissions.
Mr. Salvatore noted that there is a disclosure requirement for resale of homes. He disagreed with a comparison made earlier of a Durham Road property to be rezoned residential and Brandywine. He expressed concern about the presence of residential use in the Office Research Zoning District.
Mrs. Goren said that she feels there should be a buffer area between residential and office uses.
Mr. Jirele agreed that it has been poor planning to include residential in the office research district, but removal of that use has met with objections.
Mrs. Goren said that the OR district and in particular Brandywine is surrounded by residential uses.
Mr. Jirele disagreed, noting that there are office research facilities on two sides of the Brandywine property.
Mr. Salvatore said that the Supervisors need to work with business.
Mr. D'Aprile expressed concern that Council Rock teams would like to use Township facilities. He also expressed concern about the political climate at the meetings.
Mr. Calabro said that the Township should take the business community up on its offer to build a community center. He said that Mr. Pellegrino had pointed out that to float a $10,000,000 bond for the municipal complex would cause a 30% increase in taxes. If he were supervisor, he would not vote for the municipal expansion. He sad that Mr. Weaver had attended a fundraiser at Rosebank Winery even though he had opposed Rosebank's Zoning Hearing Board application.
Resident Brandon Wind announced that the Newtown Exchange Club is hosting its annual pancake breakfast on Sunday, November 6, 2005. The Newtown Library Association Board is to be installed on Saturday at 1:00PM. He thanked Mr. Jirele for announcing openings on committees, boards and commissions, but also questioned the method used to choose appointees.
Mrs. Goren said that resumes are circulated among the Supervisors, who then vote on candidates. At one time there had been a recommending committee, but some felt that all Supervisors should have the opportunity to see all applicants' resumes.
Mr. Wind said that he thought there should be an interview process.
Mrs. Goren responded that interviews are personnel matters held in closed session.
Mr. Wind disagreed, and felt there should be transparency in the selection process.
Resident Karen D'Aprile asked that all residents vote in the upcoming election.
Sue Herman of Lower Makefield said that she suspects that the light synchronization project for the By-Pass is a plot to make Stoopville Road a northern by-pass.
The meeting adjourned at 1:20 AM.
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In the women's event, top-seeded Marion Bartoli also exited the tournament. After a poor start in her first-round match, the Frenchwoman fought back against Peng Shuai to win the second set before losing the match 6-0, 1-6, 6-4.
Third-seeded Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova of Russia went through with a 6-4, 6-4 victory over Israel's Shahar Peer.
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DFW easier to fly in than drive out
Like almost every American who has squeezed into an undersized airline seat, I have flown into DFW Airport. Dozens of times. Each year, 57 million passengers go through the airport. But as I drove toward it last week to pick up visitors, I realized I had never once driven in and out of DFW.
Now, there are some things for which I'm obsessive. And getting to the airport on time is one. So I had decided to make a test run the night before I needed to be there, just to make sure I could find it, see how long the trip would take, and get a feel for the airport's layout.
I drove in using I-635, and although it was a bit confusing, I managed to get there. Thank you, GPS. But I'm not a huge fan of GPSing because you end up mesmerized by the seductive voice that implores, "Make a U-turn in…two…hundred…yards." And it keeps you from learning how to get around.
So, I turned it off as I began the return trip. And really, I figured, how could I miss a mass of asphalt and concrete about as wide as the Mississippi?
I followed the sign inside the airport that directed me to the north exit, which, it promised, would lead me to Dallas by way of I-635.
After paying to leave the airport (first time, by the way, I've ever paid for the privilege of simply driving in and out of an airport – I didn't park or even stop), I drove toward I-635. Or so I believed.
I drove and drove. Lots of construction, but no sign of I-635. Or any signage that would help me figure out how to find it. I finally took the first familiar-sounding exit and…ended up someplace that had topless club after topless club.
The next day I was in the office when editorial columnist Jim Mitchell stopped by, trying to be sociable to the new guy.
"So how are you finding your way around?" he asked innocently enough.
"Pretty well in Dallas," I answered. "But I tried to get to the airport last night and…"
Jim's eyes lit up. He began divulging nightmarish stories of airport trips gone astray while using the dreaded north access. I heard pain and trauma in his voice. This from as measured a man as you'll ever find. Another colleague, Rodger Jones, heard the discussion as he walked by. He stopped to offer his laments. But being the transportation guy on the editorial board, Tod dug deeper.
"Where did you turn off?" he asked.
I began telling him my tale of adulterated woe.
"You lost your faith," he finally concluded. "You turned one exit too soon. If you had kept going, you would have hit the 635."
"You've got to use the south access," yet another colleague, Tod Robberson, tossed out as he walked past the door and heard our spirited gripefest.
And that's precisely what I did, coming and going, the next night. And it was a piece of cake. Got in, picked up my visitors, and got out.
But the north route issue had struck a nerve. How can it be, I wondered, that one of North Texas' greatest resources could be so hard to maneuver?
So two days later, when I had to return to DFW, I again took the south route to get there. But after I dutifully dropped off my passengers and we exchanged tearful goodbyes, I headed to the north exit, jaw set and mumbling something under my breath about faith lost. Did I mention I have a tendency toward stubbornness and obsession?
I paid at the tool booth and left, resolutely searching for that big river of concrete and asphalt. I drove. And I drove.
Maybe I was emotional about saying goodbye, or became distracted at the wrong moment. It was late at night. But next thing I know, I'm on 183 and the lit-up Dallas skyline is on the horizon.
The next day I saw Rodger and told him the story of my travel travails.
"Where did you turn?" he asked.
"I didn't…" I maintained.
"Oh…" he smiled. "You took the…"
Felt like Groundhog Day a few days early.
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We believe this commitment – announced on Monday by UPS's chief operating officer David Abney at the Points of Light National Conference on Volunteerism and Service – will bring positive and meaningful change to communities around the world. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our commitment represents more than $460 million in economic impact to nonprofits.
I'm confident we'll live up to the commitment for several reasons. The first is that volunteerism and service have a long and distinguished history at UPS.
In 1960, at the company's annual management conference, our founder, Jim Casey, spoke about their importance. "The man who is dedicated to service sees life's problems from a different viewpoint," he said.
Using an analogy the UPS managers understood very well, Jim added: "To put reward ahead of service is like putting the trailer before the tractor."
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The UPS Foundation leads our global citizenship efforts, investing nearly $100 million intocommunities around the world each year. We also connect philanthropic dollars with our logistics expertise, our transportation infrastructure and, most importantly, the skills and passions of our employees.
Through the Foundation, UPSers around the world last year volunteered more than 1.8 million hours of their time. Those hours were directed at making communities stronger, safer and more resilient in many of the 220 countries and territories where we serve.
To reach our goal of 20 million hours, we have a lot of work to do over the next six and a half years. When we reach our ambitious goal, it will be a great achievement for all of the UPSers who volunteered their time, energy and talents. Far more importantly, it will be an expression of the appreciation and commitment we have for the people and the communities where we live and work.
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After a short holdout that kept defenseman Alex Pietrangelo out of the Blues' first two days of training camp, the young defenseman has officially signed and agreed to terms with the team on a new contract, and he couldn't be more happy that he is a Blue for the next seven years.
"I was behind getting it done the whole time," said Pietrangelo. "Obviously I wanted to be here, be a Blue. That was my ultimate goal. It's a relief to get it done.
"I sat down with my family and discussed it," said Pietrangelo when asked how he responded to the Blues' offer. "As I said, I wanted to be a St. Louis Blue for a long time, and this deal made sense to me, and it made sense to my parents."
The deal, which was announced on Friday afternoon, followed a short break off in talks between the Blues and Pietrangelo's party. The day after the Blues announced Pietrangelo would not be with the team for the start of camp, the two sides re-engaged in talks via a phone call. From there, all it took was scheduling a meeting for the following day to iron out the issues and put an end to an extremely long negotiation process.
Talks really began to pick up a few weeks ago when general manager Doug Armstrong and Pietrangelo's agent, Don Meehan, met in Traverse City, Michigan where the team was involved in a short prospects tournament. It was at that tournament that momentum towards a new deal began to formulate.
"We were in a lot of communication with Alex's representatives in Traverse City, Michigan, said Armstrong. "Don Meehan and I had a lot of good dialogue the night before training camp and there were a couple of outstanding issues that we couldn't push ourselves past."
Those issues took a few weeks to sort themselves out, but the Blues feel they now have one of the game's best young defenseman as he is entering his prime.
"He's that one player that has that quality to be an elite player in our game," said Armstrong. "I view him as a potential Norris Trophy winner; I view him as someone who can dominate a game. At his age, defense is a position that is a little slower to mature at, and what he has accomplished so far sets up for an amazing career. I think we are very fortunate to have it here in St. Louis."
Pietrangelo, who was fresh off of his three-year entry-level contract which paid him $787,00 per year, was rumored to be searching for a deal worth $7 million annually. The Blues were hesitant to pay more that $6 million. The two sides met in the middle, and Pietrangelo will be making $45.5 over the seven years (average annual value is $6.5 million).
According to Armstrong, the two sides discussed a short"bridge contract", or a short-term deal, but Pietrangelo wasn't interested. The club preferred a longer deal as well.
"We were prepared to do a bridge contract, if that is what he was most comfortable with, back in July and August. When you are dealing with your marquee players, you want to make sure they are comfortable. We presented options to him right off the bat that were long-term and bridge deal. He said he wanted to focus on the longer deal and that's really where we spent all of our time."
The 23-year old defenseman is coming off of a 24-point 2013 campaign, which led all Blues' defensemen. Yet, the season was a mediocre one for the talented defenseman.
In his first two National Hockey League seasons, Pietrangelo had 43 and 51 points respectively. He was on pace for around 40 last season, but his impact to the team wasn't as great as it had been in the previous two years. However, the Blues know what they are getting in Pietrangelo, and that is consistency on the ice every single game. They were clear that they didn't want that to change because of the new deal.
"We don't want Alex to come in and try to be anyone but Alex," said Armstrong. "That's the player we want, that's the player we are committed to."
Pietrangelo was in 100 percent agreement with Armstrong's statement.
"I'm not going to change my game, change my personality because of everything that has happened this summer," he said. "I am going to go out there and try to be the best player on the ice every night."
Pietrangelo's first day on the ice for training camp was Saturday. He was all smiles, as the drama that is contract negotiating is now seven years away for him, and he is back doing what he loves.
"I think I have been all smiles since it finally got announced," he said. "It is extremely exciting."
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MOREHOUSE - Dorothy Mae Clapp, 66, died July 13, 2004, at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston.
Born Jan. 10, 1938, in Braggadocio, daughter of the late Cecil and Gladys Norwood Corbin, she was a member of the Morehouse Assembly of God Church and attended school in Pemiscot County.
On Oct. 14 1952, in Hernando, Miss., she married Sidney Joseph Clapp who survives of the home.
Other survivors include: two sons, David Lee Clapp of Morehouse and Terry Wayne Clapp of St. Louis; two daughters, Phyllis Ann Warren and Ruth Elaine Ayres of St. Louis; one sister, Mary Paolucci of Blythe, Calif.; two stepsisters, Elizabeth Shelton of Livingston, La., and Corrine Davis of Cocoa Beach, Fla.; and six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
One son, Michael Dale Clapp, preceded her in death.
Services were conducted Thursday at the H.S. Smith Funeral Home in Caruthersville with the Rev. John Goss officiating.
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Charleston, WV (AP) -- State police troopers cited more than 1,600 lead-footed motorists in a safety crackdown during the Memorial day weekend.
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The host Streetsboro girls basketball team fell to 2-4 overall and 1-3 in the Portage Trail Conference Metro Division after losing a 60-38 decision to Kent Roosevelt Dec. 12.
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The Gamma Zeta Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega was chartered at Kansas State University on March 22, 1947. Our chapter began with 17 outstanding women and has grown to almost 130 today. The original 17 members consisted of the following 14 charter members and 3 pledges:
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Have you watched the love chases video I posted the other day? Someone commented that it reminds them of summer love & summer flings, how cute is that? Doesn't it make you want to jump straight into summer? This is exactly how the new Just Cavalli perfume should make you feel!
Watch the breaking news video explaining the love chases clip & more about the brand new perfume! This new Robert Cavalli perfume is based on the ultimate image of Cavalli woman - playful, charming, wild and lustful. The top note is Neroli flower, which perfectly illustrates the description just given - creamy floral with hint of seductive sexiness! 50ml of EDT costs around £40 and it is be available in Fragrance shops and other retailers from today's date (1st February)!
The whole Cavalli advertisement is quite a fun concept, isn't it? To get involved a bit more, Cavalli came up with this fun little Just Cavalli Bite me Facebook app (Facebook ain't dead yet, is it?). Check it out & bite someone you fancy, muhaha! It's a little cheeky but you might wanna send your boyfriend/husband/finance a little kiss through the social media or just tease a friend with it now it's coming the to the Valentine's day! I can't wait to run to the shops & give this little treasure a sniff!
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A variation of the famous blumpkin: a woman rides a man whilst he is defecating in a toilet, usually in the reverse cowgirl style, because its weird if they're looking at you.
After months of blumpkins Sally was glad that Rob switched to the dirty high chair.
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Sorry nto hear about your troubles with YDL.
I'm trying to get debian running on my 6500/250 but I'm having trouble
finding a PCI NIC (network interface card) that is supported. Do you or
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> I finally was able to install Yellow Dog 3.0. It was a difficult
> install. It now works great, except I now have only 6.8M free RAM. Most
> programs die during loading. I can play Mahjoong on it though :-)
> I suppose 64M isn't enought, But Mac OS 8.6 likes it just fine. I guess
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Model railroad benchwork is designed and built to fit your custom track plan. The very first thing to do is to develop an attitude that any framework you build now will be altered at a later time. Construct your foundation using wood screws so that it can be easily disassembled.
For any layout, large or small, the optimum height should be near eye level. Most benchwork is constructed at a height of 42" to 48". Not only is this the best level to view the railroad, but the under table wiring will be much easier to install and maintain. All of this is relative to how you plan to operate your railroad. If you intend to run your trains while you are seated then you will have to adjust the layout height to accommodate this.
Choose a good grade of lumber and sheet wood. Avoid those discounted specials which may be warped and full of knotholes. It will be worth the time to inspect each plank and pick the best pieces. Buy more than you think you will need and follow the old advice of measure twice and cut once. Lumber sizes are not as advertised-the 1"x4" boards that I buy at Home Depot actually measure ¾" x 3 ½". This won't matter much when building framework but you should be aware of it.
Do not nail anything. Only use glue as a last resort. I use drywall screws almost exclusively since they are less expensive and don't require countersinks when used with pine. Drill pilot holes when needed, especially with smaller wood sizes, to prevent splitting.
Plan the size and shape of the model railroad benchwork carefully. The construction of a small tabletop layout is fairly simple and easy to build but may have problems relative to access. For example, a 4' x 8' layout in the middle of a small room has access to any part of the surface but will have problems when placed in a corner of the room. The length of reach for an average person is 24" to 30 ".Large layouts should have aisles and access areas included where necessary. A large around-the-walls layout will require planning for a removable or swing section for access into the operations area.
Minimum tools needed are: carpenters level, tape measure, screwdrivers, drill, saw, wood clamps, and keyhole saw.
Better tools are: power screwdriver, power drill, circular saw, saber saw, power sander, plane, large files, chisels, and any other tool that makes the construction faster or easier.
All benchwork construction should proceed in the following manner:
(1.)-create a benchwork plan.
(2.)-build the leg or support assemblies.
(3)-assemble the basic framework.
(4)-attach leg or support assembly to frame.
(5)-attach cross braces to benchwork.
Once the supporting assembly is completed, we will go through the step-by-step process to add risers roadbed, and other items.
The first example of model railroad benchwork will be two methods for small layouts followed by plans for leg assemblies and L-Girder construction for any size layout.


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This year, Christmas comes early for Durango School District 9-R.
On Wednesday, it was announced that the district had won a $485,000 grant from the Department of Health and Human Services.
The money will allow the district to expand its program of preventive care and offer more primary health services through its student-based health centers in schools.
The grant also will enable the district to furnish the Durango High School health center with a new entrance and build two additional exam rooms.
The grant is part of $200 million allocated through the School-Based Health Center Capital Program in the Affordable Care Act, often called �Obamacare.�
President Barack Obama signed the bill into law in 2010.
The Affordable Care Act became a lightning rod for GOP anger in the 2010 and 2012 elections, with Republicans rallying around the cry �repeal Obamacare.�
In a news release Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Mark Udall, D-Colo., congratulated Durango on the grant.
�The Affordable Care Act is helping thousands of Coloradans receive more accessible, affordable health care at every level,� Udall said in the release, which noted Udall had been a forceful supporter of Obamacare.
U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet, D-Colo., also voted for the Affordable Care Act. In a news release Wednesday, he trumpeted the grant�s potential to improve the health and achievement of Durango�s schoolchildren.
�School-based health centers in Colorado like the center at Durango High School have proven to be invaluable for keeping our kids healthy, in the classroom and ready to learn,� Bennet said in the release. �These resources will help ensure the Durango School District has the resources they need to provide critical health care, including vital mental-health services, to our kids.�
In addition to Durango�s $485,000 grant, the School-Based Health Center Capital Program also awarded $500,000 to Denver Health and $37,000 to Commerce City Community Health Services.
Educators are certain the grant money is well spent in Durango.
In May, Sherrod Beall, director of the district�s Coordinated School Health Services, wrote that, because of a lack of funds, the services� nurse-to-student ratio exceeded national recommendations.
With this grant, that ratio � like 9-R students � might get healthier.
�School Based Health Centers create an important safety net in children�s health care and academic performance by addressing health-care needs for underserved children,� 9-R Superintendent Daniel Snowberger said in a news release.
�This grant money will continue to allow us to offer comprehensive health care, including behavioral health services, to our student population, which is critical when addressing the negative association between increased health-risk behaviors and poor academic achievement,� Snowberger said.


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Click here for exclusive match highlights from every day's play, latest scores, reports, news and interviews during the LV= County Championship campaign
Matt Coles, Charlie Shreck and Darren Stevens took three wickets apiece as Kent dominated the first day of their LV= County Championship Division Two match against Northamptonshire at Wantage Road.
The hosts were bowled out before tea for a paltry 132, Alex Wakely top-scoring with 33 and Coles taking 3-32.
A partnership of 83 between West Indies batsman Brendan Nash and Ben Harmison, who made 40 not out and 46 respectively, then helped Kent to 127 for three at the close.
Northamptonshire won the toss and chose to bat, but lost opener Rob Newton for just seven in the fifth over when he edged Mark Davies to James Tredwell at first slip.
It was slow going for Northants during a chilly morning session and Stephen Peters was the next batsman back in the pavilion after being trapped lbw by Coles for 15.
Scotland international Kyle Coetzer crawled to 11 off 60 balls before falling cheaply; he hit Shreck to Nash at cover.
David Sales was to perish in the penultimate over before lunch as his edge off Shreck was superbly taken at second slip by Tredwell diving low to his right.
Shreck then picked up his third scalp in the ninth over of the afternoon when he pinned Ireland wicketkeeper Niall O'Brien lbw for 12, while James Middlebrook threw his wicket away by launching Coles high into the air; Kent captain Rob Key took the catch at midwicket.
Former Sri Lanka seamer Chaminda Vaas lasted just three balls without scoring before he became Stevens' first victim, nicking the all-rounder to former England wicketkeeper Geraint Jones.
Wakely was adjudged lbw to Stevens, who then bowled Lee Daggett two deliveries later.
The innings was brought to an end when David Willey, who provided some resistance with 24, was well caught by Davies at square leg off Coles.
In reply, Jack Brooks trapped Key in front and, two overs later, the England Lions seamer had Scott Newman caught by Middlebrook at gully for 26.
Harmison reached his 46 off just 64 balls, including seven fours, before running himself out when having been sent back by Nash after a Brooks delivery, Willey with the direct hit from point.
Nash then survived the remaining four overs with nightwatchman Davies to ensure Kent will start tomorrow in a great position.
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Sooner or later, if you are out there bangin', either your gang or another gang will do you in," says Jim Mullen, speaking to 300 high schoolers on Chicago's Northwest Side. "If you are out in the street, something's going to happen."
Mullen, 33, knows. In October 1996, he and fellow patrolmen from the Rogers Park police district surrounded an apartment building after neighbors reported shots being fired at a passing elevated train. According to police reports, George J. Guirsch, 61, an off-duty security guard, emerged from the building carrying a pistol. In an ensuing scuffle, a bullet that police say was fired from Guirsch's .357-magnum pierced Mullen's right cheek, shattered his jaw and ripped into his spine at the base of his skull, permanently paralyzing him from the neck down. (Guirsch was charged with attempted first-degree murder and is currently in Cook County jail awaiting trial.) "Once I had a promising future, with a wife and baby," Mullen says. "Now my life was over as I knew it."
But after four operations and 57 days in intensive care, Mullen, the son of John Mullen, a retired Chicago police sergeant, and his wife, Audre, a retired secretary, found a new reason to live. As a quadriplegic on medical disability, he was entitled to his $42,000 salary for one year, followed by 10 years at a 25 percent reduction and half salary after that. Instead, Mullen asked to remain on the job—and to keep his uniform.
Today Mullen works as an outreach coordinator for the city's community policing program, a position that pays $60,000 a year and combines desk work with speaking engagements at schools, churches and community centers. And since serving as grand marshall of Chicago's St. Patrick's Day parade last March and receiving a visit from Hillary Rodham Clinton in October, he has become something of a local celebrity. "He's going to lift up the visibility of our program," says his supervisor Ted O'Keefe. "People in the community have rallied around him."
No wonder. Despite his reliance on a ventilator and 24-hour nursing care, the always smiling Mullen exudes a rare personal charm. Now, thanks to a one-story house equipped with voice-activated lights and doors, where he lives with his wife, Athena, 35, a police officer assigned to the same district, and their daughter Maggie, 21 months, he can act on the same advice he gives kids in tough neighborhoods. "This is the hand I was dealt," he says, "and I just have to play it."
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What's the best brass for .22 Hornet reloads?
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I prefer Federal brass components but will use Winchester whenever Federal brass isn't available for one reason or another. I just don't care to use Remington brass period. Been at this game of reloading nearly 50 years and developed habits and preferences. This is just one of my preferences. If betting or prize money is involved then buy the best. If for fun or leisure. You could get by with just about any manufactures cartridge casings. Even first fires. I'm sure your going to use whatever is available Op. Domestic or foreign. You have many brands to choose from Sir.
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- Posted November 3, 2012 by
- NyleLynn
New York, New York
This iReport is part of an assignment:
'Superstorm' Sandy: Your stories
Path Train Service Update - With List of Places To Help & Get Help in NY, NJ & Staten Island
New Jersey is not only still suffering the Path Train that connects New Jersey to New York is still not working. I called the customer service at the Path Train and they are hoping to have it open by Monday but said they can not make any promises. The service rep did say that if you have an Unlimited Smart Link Card it will be adjusted and that you can get that adjustment be calling the 1-800 number on back of you smart link card or going to the website on the back of your smart link card. Commuters that had to get into the city have been riding the very crowded Ferryhttp://www.nywaterway.com/ferryroutesschedules.aspx
Unfortunately, the Ferry doesn't run from all ports on the weekends but if on Monday the Path is still not running the Ferry may be your best option.
If you have transportation and you are looking for ways to help or if you still need help here are some ways you can help & get help in Manhattan & the surrounding areas:
In New York Call 311
In New Jersey Call 211
In Staten Island call 1-800-621-FEMA or go to
Monday November 5th from 10am - 2pm at the Fire House on 125th Street between Amsterdam & Morningside will be accepting CANNED GOODS & NON-Persisable items Including bottled water, FLASH LIGHTS & BATTIERS, clean warm clothes, clean towels, clean warm blankets. Captain Moiser & I have teamed up and I will collect them at this station & he and the firemen will make sure they get to people who are still suffering in Far Rockaway, Staten Island, and Jersey etc. If you can't make that time e-mail me at email@example.com and I will set up a time to meet you there to collect them. DO NOT leave the supplies outside of the Firehouse as they may be taken by people who are unaware of what they are for.
This blog has a excellent current list of how to help http://pubadvocate.nyc.gov/volunteer
Ongoing Victor at Iridium jazz 51/Bway is collecting goods for run to Staten Island let's make regularl contributions of non- perisishable food as long as our friends need it.Two other spots are MODELL'S at 42nd between Broadway and 8th and 85th and 2nd by the postoffice. Thank you for your service.
To Volunteer you can got herehttp://www.nyc.gov/html/nycservice/home.html
Nov 4th South Street Seaport Cleanup:Meet at 12pm at the Amsterdam Market on Front Street to help the South Street Seaport neighborhood.
Nov 4th from 11-5, please bring nonperishable supplies to the firehouse tavern on 85th and Columbus. I stopped by tonight, and while they continue to need canned food and toiletries....they are in EXTRA need of BATTERIES AND FLASHLIGHTS. Tonight's load went to the Rockaways, tomorrow's goes to Staten Island.
People with gassed up cars in Manhattan, if you can find a couple hours to haul things around for people, know that everyone will love you forever.
To Volunteer you can click herehttp://www.catholiccharitiesnyvolunteer.org
At City Harvest today: 64,668 pounds and 5,389 bags of non-perishable food items heading to Red Hook tomorrow! To help out or donate to City Harvest call 646-412-6000 or go to http://www.cityharvest.org/
To see more places to volunteer and what they need Go tohttp://www.9nl.com/SandyService
How to get food for Shabbos if you didn't have gas, electricity or water.The Lower East Side Jewish community really came together during Hurricane Sandy. Chabad delivered over 500 meals to people in the co-ops—especially people who were older, and who lived on very high floors. The co-ops had no gas, and no running water during the crisis.
If you'd like to join the Lower East Side Shuls newsgroup/listserv, send a message tothis address: firstname.lastname@example.com
If you are Uptown you can help by taking towels and soap to the Hurricane Victims Center at 192nd and Auburn NY, NY 10040.
If you are downtown or can get downtown the Staten Island Ferry will be taking volunteers over to the Island to help. Check the list of Volunteer Centers below and go with one of the groups. Going alone is not recommened.
The Redcross needs blood to donate call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go tohttp://www.redcrossblood.org/ to find a time and location near you.
You can text a $10 donation to the Red Cross at 90999 Redcross.
You can fill out this form and volunteer to help herehttp://www.nycservice.org/
or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com
You can join the volunteers at www.newyorkcares.org
You can call 1-800-HELP-NOW to Donate to Sandy Reliefe
You can join Occupy Wall Street's 99 percent whom have begun a coordinated effort to help victims of Hurricane Sandy called Occupy Sandy.
If you're a NY marathoner with a hotel reservation you can't use, firstname.lastname@example.com. They'll tell you how to donate it.
Food Bank NYC continues to give to out food to hurricane victims www.foodbanknyc.org or http://bit.ly/U62mNf
If you have property damage and need assistance check here http://www.nycommunities.org/node/1519
U can bring your donations to the BB Hall(Next to Vin-tich Lounge) located at 3950 10th Av & 211 St. We will be there Saturday 11-03-12 at starting at 10am. They need bottles
of water.
Make the Road—If you can make it to Staten Island, "Make the Road" needs supplies to distribute there, especially non-perishable food and warm clothes and blankets. Their Staten Island office is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 479 Port Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, NY, 10302. For more information, email email@example.com or call (718) 727-1222 extension 3445. http://www.maketheroadny.org/
Yes, check this blog it has a few more places to volunteer
You can offer 'Power & A Shower" to your friends and neighbors who are still without electricity and hot water.
Please comment below if you still need help and give us details of how we can help you.
If you are a volunteer organization please tell how we can join to help out.
Stay Safe,
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These cute embroidered ladybug bloomers are made of 65% polyester, 35% cotton batiste and have embroidered eyelet edging. Soft elastic waist and a bias cut seat...too cute! Get a pair of these adorable monogrammed diaper covers today...she'll love them.
Our embroidered ladybug bloomers are shown in medium pink and black thread but they are available in any color combination-choose your own!
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Definition of patera in English:
noun (plural paterae /-ərē/)
1A broad shallow dish used in ancient Rome for pouring libations.
Example sentences
- Originally, he may have been pouring a libation from a patera, as is common in similar sacrifice scenes belonging to this iconographic topos.
- The Bath patera can be seen in the Roman Baths Museum, and the Amiens patera in the Musée de Picardie-Amiens.
- Other antiques included an enamelled patera that might have been anywhere between 100 and 150 years old when deposited, and glass vessels that had also seen long use.
Latin, from patere 'be or lie open'.
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Winemaker's Notes
(From NV Vintage) A perfect introduction to the floral, stylish and diamond-cut style of the House of Perrier-Jouët. The Grand Brut is delicate, elegant and balanced. The striking freshness and vivacity of the floral and fruity fragrances (yellow fruits and fresh fruits) take root, before giving way to subtle notes of vanilla and butter, lending the wine a fruity and consistent character. The notes of cherry plum, lemon and bergamot orange emerge first, then make way for the flowers of fruit trees, such as lime and honeysuckle. These are followed by notes of butter, madeleine cakes and vanilla sugar. Lingering notes of grapefruit, white peaches, green pears, apple trees and green hazelnuts round off the taste. Ampleness and vivacity balance out in the mouth, developing into a flavour of round and vinous elegance. A fresh, balanced champagne with a long finish. Its flavours are best revealed between 7 and 9°.
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Wine Spectator(From NV Vintage) Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 11/30/2010
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Ink on paper
11 1/4 x 15 1/4 inches
Excellent condition. Minor shadowing from an old over mat is slightly visable. Otherwise excellent.
Fred Mitchell created 'Study for Solstice' in his Coenties Slip studio in southern Manhattan. The final version of the oil painting is called 'Summer Solstice' and was acquired by a collector in 2003. According to Mitchell in a story he related many times, upon seeing Summer Solstice in Mitchell's first solo exhibition at Tanager Gallery in 1953 Ellsworth Kelly called it the best painting he had seen in New York.
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If your standby jack-o-lantern is a gaped-tooth grinner, why not think outside of the gourd this year? It's easier than you'd expect to create a jaw-dropping carving thanks to free printable templates for every interest and skill level. Whether you want Olaf, a pirate ship or a cute Minion perched on your front stoop you'll get the how-to here. Click through the slideshow for ideas.
Any "Despicable Me" fans out there? A bit of detail work on the hair and overalls will all be worth it when this cute minion comes to life. Click over to Pumpkin Pile to get the template.
What design will you carve on your pumpkin this year? Let us know in the Comments below!
— Susie Foresman
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Island of the Blue Dolphins
by Scott O'Dell
Island of the Blue Dolphins Chapter 1 Summary
- We begin with a memory: the day the Aleuts came to the island.
- The narrator is in a little harbor called Coral Cove with her brother. She is twelve years old, and he is six. They're gathering roots to eat. (Yum.)
- In the distance, she sees what could be a shell, or a "gull with folded wings" (1.1). She soon realizes that the shape is in fact a ship with red sails. This can't be good.
- The narrator's brother, Ramo, sees the spot too. He compares it to a cloud on a stone. Or even a whale. The narrator encourages her brother to just keep digging the roots.
- Ramo decides that it is a canoe: one with red sails. The narrator knows that it's not a canoe, but a big old ship.
- Ramo runs off, probably to spread the word about this approaching ship, but the narrator keeps digging – roots are needed in the village.
- News of the ship spreads to the village of Ghalas-at and people are gathering at the shore. Our narrator makes her way down to the sea cliffs and hides in the toyon bushes so she can see the landing of the men on the beach.
- The men that land on the beach are blonde-haired and Russian. The Chief of her people, the narrator's father, greets the men using his real name: Chief Chowig.
- The narrator wonders why her father gave his secret name to these Russian men. We learn that on the island people have two names: a public name and a secret, private name that is thought to have magic in it. If you tell too many people your secret name it "loses its magic" (1.33).
- The narrator's public name, we learn, is Won-a-pa-lei, or, "The Girl with the Long Black Hair" (1.33). Her secret name is Karana.
- The leader of the Russians introduces himself as Captain Orlov. He has come with forty men to hunt otter and camp on the island. Chief Chowig is a quiet man and says nothing.
- Captain Orlov mentions another visit by his people to the island that didn't go very well. A silly man named Captain Mitriff led the trip. Orlov says that this time will be different since his men will be doing all of the hunting. He offers one-third of the hunt to the people of the island.
- The Chief says that the parts must be equal. The Russian captain doesn't wish to discuss the matter, but the Chief insists.
- The two men negotiate: the Russian argues that the sea doesn't belong to the natives, so why share equally? The Chief claims that the sea that touches the island belongs to the people who live there. Snap.
- The Russian captain finally agrees to equal parts.
- The narrator makes a sound from her hiding place in the toyon bushes and runs off.


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How gorgeous these dresses are! Ella is very clever. So, so pretty.ReplyDelete
Wow! the dresses look fabulous!
congrats Ella :)
Congratulations on your perfectly pretty summer dresses. Loved the design, your amazing fabrics and the cute lace detailed pockets. Best of luck with your HSCReplyDelete
They're nice dresses and all, but I doubt they'd get a very good HSC mark. The design is pretty basic and there's no innovation there.ReplyDelete


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A prison official says a Vermont man charged with crushing seven police vehicles with a tractor has posted his $50,000 bail, but is still in jail because he has not met court-imposed conditions of release.
Roger Pion of Newport has pleaded not guilty to 15 charges. Judge Robert Bent later dismissed one count, impeding a public officer, but rejected a request by defense lawyer David Sleigh to dismiss a charge of attempted aggravated assault with a weapon. Pion is accused of backing the tractor toward a Newport police cruiser holding two officers.
Pion is being held at the Northern State Correctional Facility. Chief of Security Scott Morley tells the Caledonian-Record Pion's expected release date is Aug. 28, the day after a hearing.