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DOE A to Z: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z #
General | Budget/Funding | EWEG | Project Area 1: CCSS/NJ Model Curriculum | Project Area 2: IIS
Project Area 3: STEM Education | Project Area 4: Teacher Evaluation | Project Area 5: Charter Expansion
G.1 - What is Race to the Top Phase 3 (RTTT3)?
Race to the Top (RTTT) is a competitive grant program intended to encourage and reward states and districts that are implementing significant reforms in the four education areas described in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA): enhancing standards and assessments, improving the collection and use of data, increasing teacher effectiveness and achieving equity in teacher distribution, and turning around struggling schools. The U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) awarded approximately $4 billion to 12 states under Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the RTTT competition. USDOE then invited the nine unfunded finalist states from RTTT Phase 2 to apply for funding in Phase 3 to enable them to implement meaningful portions of their comprehensive Phase 2 plans. On December 22, 2011, New Jersey received $37,847,648 from Race to the Top Phase 3 (RTTT3) available funds.
G.2 - How can Local Education Agencies (LEAs) be included in RTTT3?
By law, NJDOE is required to allocate 50 percent of its RTTT3 award to participating LEAs that agree to implement a meaningful portion of the state's RTTT3 plan. A total of $18,923,824 has been allocated to New Jersey's RTTT3 participating LEAs.
G.3 - What is a "participating LEA" in RTTT3?
A participating LEA is one that received Title I, Part A funding in federal fiscal year 2011 (FY11) and that agrees to implement a meaningful portion of the state's RTTT3 plan. Participating LEAs receive a portion of the 50 percent of RTTT3 funds allocated to the state for participating LEAs.
G.4 - What does it mean to be an "involved LEA" in RTTT3?
An involved LEA is one that did NOT receive Title I, Part A funding in federal fiscal year 2011 (FY11) but that chooses to be involved in the state's RTTT3 plan and participate in elements of the state's plan. Involved LEAs do NOT receive a portion of the 50 percent of RTTT3 funds allocated to the state for participating LEAs, but ARE eligible to apply for sub-grants from the state's share of the 50 percent of funding. For example, these sub-grants will provide funds to implement the instructional improvement system (IIS) across schools in a district. Finally, involved LEAs will also be invited to any professional development or best-practice sharing opportunities that the state provides for participating and involved LEAs over the course of the grant.
G.5 - How much money will participating LEAs receive and how are the allocations calculated?
Allocations for participating LEAs are based on each LEA's relative share of funding under Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), sometimes referred to as the "section 14006(c) sub-grants." Minimum allocations for participating LEAs were calculated as required by USDOE:
- First determine the LEA's proportionate share of total FY 2011 allocations under Title I, Part A of the ESEA for all LEAs; and then
- Multiply the LEA's Title I, Part A proportionate share by the amount of funds that the state will use to make sub-grants to participating LEAs, which must be at least 50 percent of the state's Phase 3 award.
Final allocations for participating LEAs can be found here: http://www.nj.gov/education/rttt3/updates/
* There are currently 346 participating LEAs and 28 involved LEAs
G.6 - How did a district become a participating or involved LEA, and what were the requirements for each?
In order to become a participating LEA, a district must have signed a Memorandum of Understanding and complete Exhibit I (a preliminary scope of work). Participating LEAs must also complete a final scope of work which will be available via the Electronic Web-Enabled Grant system (EWEG). The final scope of work will include the participating LEA's goals, plan, activities and other information for how a participating LEA plans to spend its allocation. Final scope of work descriptions must align with the state's RTTT3 plan and will be approved by NJDOE staff. Participating LEAs will also be required to report regularly to the state on the progress against their scope of work goals and plans.
For more information on the scope of work process, allowable expenditures for participating LEAs and other information, please read the Notice of Grant Opportunity (NGO) on the RTTT3 Web site: http://www.nj.gov/education/rttt3/updates/
G.7 - Can an LEA that elected to participate choose to withdraw from participation at a later date?
NJDOE expects that all LEAs signing up to be "participating" or "involved" fully intend to implement plans aligned with the state's and work with the state and other LEAs throughout the entire life of the grant. The state will minimize burdens placed on LEAs to encourage continued participation. However, an LEA is legally entitled to withdraw from participation if it so chooses. In these cases, the LEA will then forfeit its allocation.
G.8 - What is the schedule for the participating LEA scope of work process?
For more guidance, please read the USDOE FAQ located here: http://www.nj.gov/education/rttt3/resources/faqus.pdf
G.9 - Is the webinar on March 6 archived?
The full Webinar can be viewed here: RTTT3 Technical Assistance Session - March 6th, 2012
G.10 - Is there a budget template similar to NCLB that NJDOE wants LEAs to use?
Yes, the budget template will be posted on the RTTT3 Web site: www.state.nj.us/education/rttt3
G.11 - What is the minimum number of projects LEAs must focus on?
LEAs must choose at least one project, but it can choose to focus on one project or multiple projects.
G.12 - Can you add an area to focus on that is not in your initial statement of assurances?
Yes, areas that were initially marked in the MOU/preliminary scope of work can be amended to reflect where you would like to allocate your funds as you fill out your EWEG application (SOW). We want districts to be strategic and choose the number of projects that work for them whether that is one project or multiple projects. The MOU was not binding, it was intended to be a preliminary overview for the department to help provide support.
G.13 - Is an LEA expected to serve all schools with RTTT3 funds or a subset of schools? Our district has priority and focus schools.
We do not have a threshold for how many schools must be funded. The department has requested that, in your project description, you provide a strategic explanation for which schools will be using the funds and why you are focusing on some or all of the schools in your district.
G.14 - Approximately how much should LEAs budget for required USDOE and NJDOE meetings?
At this time there are no scheduled meetings for LEAs to attend in Trenton, NJ at the department. There will not be any meetings scheduled to meet nationally with the USDOE.
Budget/Funding: Top
BF.1 - Is there a budget template similar to NCLB that you want LEAs to use?
Yes, the budget template will be posted next to the NGO on the RTTT3 Web site: www.state.nj.us/education/rttt3
BF.2 - How much money will participating LEAs receive and how are the allocations calculated?
Allocations for participating LEAs are based on each LEA's relative share of funding under Title I, Part A of the ESEA, sometimes referred to as the "section 14006(c) sub-grants." Minimum allocations for participating LEAs were calculated as required by USDOE:
- First determine the LEA's proportionate share of total FY 2011 allocations under Title I, Part A of the ESEA for all LEAs; and then
- Multiply the LEA's Title I, Part A proportionate share by the amount of funds that the state will use to make sub-grants to participating LEAs, which must be at least 50 percent of the state's Phase 3 award.
Final allocations for participating LEAs can be found here: http://www.nj.gov/education/rttt3/updates/
BF.3 - Is our grant money per year or a onetime allocation?
The allocation is a single total that you receive to cover the four years of the grant. It will not be renewed each year.
BF.4 - Can you use all of the funds in year one?
Yes, but keep in mind that the grant covers a four-year period and where you utilize those funds needs to have lasting outcomes over the four years of the grant.
BF.5- Can an LEA submit goals, objectives, and activities and hold off on a budget until clarifications are posted?
No, the department needs a budget by March 21, 2012 at 4 p.m. We will work with you to help you create and refine a comprehensive and specific budget during the conditional and formal approval period.
BF.6 - What is the timeframe for a review of the expenditures? Is it done on a yearly basis?
Reporting is on a quarterly basis, and districts will provide quarterly updates on expenditures and progress on objectives and goals.
BF.7 - Will reporting continue to be quarterly if the funds are spent in one lump sum?
The department still wants to see progress toward objectives and milestones, so we still want to see reporting on the program side on a quarterly basis. The fiscal reporting guidelines are to be determined.
BF.8 - Which expense lines should be used in the budget?
Please consult your business administrator (BA). There is also a quick reference guide on the Office of Grants Management Web site: http://www.state.nj.us/education/grants/
BF.9 - Will LEAs receive funds prior to expenditures?
All payments will be done as a result of reimbursements. There will not be any advance payments to any districts.
EWEG: Top
E.1 - Is EWEG up and running for RTTT3?
Yes. It has been up since February 29, 2012. You can find the login here: http://njdoe.ewegp.mtwgms.org/NJDOEGMSWeb/logon.aspx
Please e-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com if you have any questions relating to EWEG
E.2 - In EWEG there is space for five goals. Is that in case we develop five goals or do you want a goal per year of the project?
The department wants to see at least one goal for each project area you choose that encompasses the four years of the grant. More goals are encouraged, but we need to see at least one. Aligned to that we expect annual objectives that measure progress over the four years towards the goal.
E.3 - Are the objectives all to be entered now with the initial scope of work, or can they be modified as we proceed through the four years of the grant?
The department would like to see all of the objectives for the four years of the grant now, but there will be a process to allow districts to modify plans as more data and information become available over the four-year term of the grant. We will share more information on this in the future.
E.4 - Why are there only two boxes in EWEG for Year 1 reporting?
If you look at the reporting periods listed in the NGO, the first year of the project is only six months, July to December, and the second year picks up in January. Therefore, there are only two quarterly reports in year 1 (2012).
The reporting periods are:
Year 1 (2012)
Interim 1 July 1, 2012 – September 30, 2012 (due October 31, 2012) Year 1 Progress July 1, 2012 – December 31, 2012 (due January 31, 2013)
Year 2 (2013)
Interim 1 January 1, 2013 – March 31, 2013 (due April 30, 2013) Interim 2 January 1, 2013 – June 30, 2013 (due July 31, 2013) Interim 3 January 1, 2013 – September 30, 2013 (due October 31, 2013) Year 2 Progress January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2013 (due January 31, 2014)
Year 3 (2014)
Interim 1 January 1, 2014 – March 31, 2014 (due April 30, 2014) Interim 2 January 1, 2014 – June 30, 2014 (due July 31, 2014) Interim 3 January 1, 2014 – September 30, 2014 (due October 31, 2014) Year 3 Progress January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2014 (due January 31, 2015)
Year 4 (2015)
Interim 1 January 1, 2015 – March 31, 2015 (due April 30, 2015) Interim 2 January 1, 2015 – June 30, 2015 (due July 31, 2015) Interim 3 January 1, 2015 – September 30, 2015 (due October 31, 2015) Year 4 Final January 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015 (due December 31, 2015)
E.5 - If an LEA is bringing in a staff developer, does that get budgeted in EWEG under other?
Yes, it does.
E.6 - Can we submit goals, objectives, and activities and hold off on a budget until clarifications are posted?
No, the department needs a budget by March 21, 2012 at 4 p.m. We will work with you to help you create and refine a comprehensive and specific budget during the conditional and formal approval period.
Project Area 1: Professional development and technology support to advance the transition to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Top
PA1.1 - If we use an independent staff developer what sort of background information on his/her qualifications should an LEA submit?
A proven background of high-quality professional development experience is encouraged. What is important here are specific goals and proposed outcomes that the staff developer will meet in aligning the professional development to support the transition to CCSS or the NJ Model Curriculum. Your project description should justify why you believe the staff developer you chose meets high standards and is aligned to the project area chosen.
PA1.2 - Does that mean that any professional development is approved if it is focused on standard alignment?
LEAs should follow the guidelines for professional development on the NGO - pg. 9: Notice of Grant Opportunity. The department will be looking for professional development to be aligned to those points.
Student learning objectives will be released over the next few months with a complete version of the NJ Model Curriculum being released on June 30. In September, all schools K-12 will use CCSS for math and English language arts (ELA).
PA1.3 - What are "approved intervention models"?
"Approved intervention models" are research-based models with data to support their success.
PA1.4 - If you are looking to align district curriculum maps to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) over the summer, can race to top funds be used to bring in staff developers?
Districts should be using funds to support the professional development for transition to CCSS as opposed to developing curricula supports. Please review the professional development guidelines in the NGO - pg. 9: Notice of Grant Opportunity.
PA1.5 - Will there be state-approved third-party contractors for professional technical services or does each district have to write Requests for Proposals (RFPs)?
There is not a list of state-approved vendors in this area. Districts have to put out RFPs.
PA1.6 - Can funds used for Project Area 1 be used for technology, such as laptops or iPads, to facilitate the collection of formative assessment data and/or walkthrough data?
No. The only technology that should be purchased is to support the professional development for transition to CCSS. Refer to the NGO for those guidelines - pg. 9: Notice of Grant Opportunity.
PA1.7 - Are stipends allowed for teachers attending professional development over the summer?
Yes, this is allowable (this is an ineligible cost in project area 4).
PA1.8 – Can funds be used to pay for substitutes while teachers are attending professional development?
Yes, funds can be used in this way (this is an ineligible cost in project area 4).
Project Area 2. Implementation of the Instructional Improvement System (IIS) platform Top
PA2.1 - Will there be any realistic parts of an IIS to implement in 2012-2013 or should LEAs focus on the other three years as options?
The system will not be implemented until the 2013-2014 school year. You will not have to focus funds in the first year towards this, but may want to save funds to implement the program in the following years. The department will provide further guidance around this in the future. For now please see the IIS description here: http://www.state.nj.us/education/rttt3/updates/iis.pdf
PA2.2 - Are you permitted to include other measures in the IIS such as North West Evaluation Association Measures of Academic Progress (NWEA MAP) assessments?
The system is flexible to include any assessments you choose at a school or district level to assess your students. It is advisable to confirm that assessments you are currently using are aligned to the CCSS.
Project Area 3: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Top
Project Area 4. Implementation of New Teacher and Leader Evaluation Systems Top
PA4.1 - Can you provide an example (goals, objectives etc.) in terms of a new teacher evaluation system?
Milestones and metrics that we are looking for are such items such as the percentage of individuals you have trained, when you identified your framework and evidence that you have completed the number of observations required during the year.
Also see below:
Example of a SMART Goal: By the end of school year 2014-2015, 95% of teachers will agree that the district has provided high-quality support in order to implement a new teacher practice framework within their school.
Objective(s) for 2012-13:
Implementation Activities:
- Agree upon a teacher practice framework by January 2013;
- Train 100% of teachers on teacher practice framework and rubric by June 2013
- Create District Evaluation Advisory Committee by Nov. 2012
- Review various frameworks and select a teacher practice framework by Jan. 2013
- Design and execute teacher training on new teacher practice framework and rubric using a train the trainer process by June 2013
- Tie individual teachers' feedback from observations to targeted professional development
PA4.2 - If we choose to work on teacher evaluation as our scope of work, do we need to complete the evaluation process for all schools in 2013-14 or can we extend it to 2014-15?
The department is looking for full implementation by 2013-14.
PA4.3 - If one of our goals is a teacher evaluation system and if that is fully implemented in 2013-14 would that also count as a goal in 2014-15?
Yes, the same goal would be applicable, but the annual objectives would change as you advance towards the goal. For instance, early on your objectives would be around training and calibration of observers and then as you implement they might be focused around development of summary ratings or fidelity of observations. Even though the system will be implemented in 2013-14, you still need to apply objectives that improve the system or usage.
PA4.4 - The teacher evaluation project requirements include training. Can some of the funds be used for the training and some for the purchase of the system itself?
Yes. Funds can be used for any aspect of implementing the system.
PA4.5 - Will the state come out with a plan on using student achievement data in teacher evaluations or will districts be able to design their own?
For 4th through 8th grade, a significant portion of the student achievement data in ELA and math will come from the NJASK results. For other subjects, there will be flexibility at the local level to determine how this will be measured.
PA4.6 - Does student achievement data need to be part of the activity plan for implementing the teacher evaluation tool? Does this include state and district tests?
Yes, student achievement data is critical, and it does include state and district tests.
PA4.7 Can you pay for substitutes or stipends for teachers over the summer 2012?
No. You can not pay for these services (this is an eligible cost in project area 1 but ineligible in this project)
Project Area 5: Charter School Improvements and Expansion Top
PA5.1 Can you provide an example of an approvable charter school expansion activity or project?
If the LEA is a charter school, then the types of activities could be expanding grades or enrollment. Or if the school is considering an innovation partnership with another charter or local school district, that would count.


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Debates of June 4th, 2010
House of Commons Hansard #56 of the 40th Parliament, 3rd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was post.
- Question Period
- Jobs and Economic Growth Act
- Canadian Forces Day
- Lahore Mosque Attacks
- Association francophone pour le savoir
- Lloyd Hartley
- Foreign Affairs
- Order of Merit of the Police Forces
- National Unity
- Canada Post
- Firearms Registry
- Aristides de Sousa Mendes
- The Economy
- Create Your Canada Contest
- Ministerial Responsibility
- Employment Insurance
- Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics
- The Economy
- G8 and G20 Summits
- The Environment
- Afghanistan
- G8 and G20 Summits
- Committees of the House
- Forest Fires
- Terrorism
- Human Rights
- Shipbuilding Industry
- The Economy
- The Environment
- Copyright
- Oil and Gas Industry
- Pensions
- Firearms Registry
- Committees of the House
- Shipbuilding Industry
- Health
- Committees of the House
- International Co-operation
- Presence in Gallery
- Government Response to Petitions
- Safer Railways Act
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Jobs and Economic Growth Act
- Employment Insurance Act
Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Colin Carrie Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health
Mr. Speaker, our main concern was to ensure the health and safety of Canadians before allowing the addition of additives such as caffeine to be included in all carbonated soft drinks for sale in Canada. Our health risk assessments conclude that there are no risks to consumers.
We are working with the industry to ensure labels identify all sources of caffeine so Canadians are able to make the best choices for themselves and for their families.
Committees of the House
Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Rod Bruinooge Winnipeg South, MB
Mr. Speaker, I understand the opposition wants to import the foreign U.S. committee system that is used as a political weapon to bully, intimidate and humiliate opponents by expecting junior employees to come before committee to account for their ministers.
Could the government House leader please tell the House how the government is responding to these tactics?
Committees of the House
Oral Questions
Prince George—Peace River
Jay Hill Leader of the Government in the House of Commons
Mr. Speaker, as I have been saying repeatedly, we have a tradition of ministerial responsibility and we are upholding that. Our cabinet ministers not only answer questions in question period but they appear at standing committees to do that.
I would hope that all opposition chairs of these committees, rather than conduct kangaroo courts as they have been doing in the past, actually learn and apply the rules and procedures and not allow opposition MPs of the coalition parties to bully, intimidate and attempt to humiliate these junior political staffers.
Committees of the House
Oral Questions
Scott Brison Kings—Hants, NS
Mr. Speaker, Dimitri Soudas is not some demure, naive, vulnerable young staffer. He bullies the press gallery. He muzzles ministers. He speaks for the entire government. In fact, he is paid $150,000 a year to tell all of those ministers every day what they can and cannot say.
Why can he not speak for himself at committee? Why is the government muzzling its chief muzzler?
Committees of the House
Oral Questions
Pierre Poilievre Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister and to the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs
Mr. Speaker, we have answered that question time and again.
I notice that the member forgot to mention the enormous job growth this country experienced in the last month. That is because he and the coalition parties do not want Canadians to know that through a popular measure of tax cuts and a broad economic action plan we have created over 300,000 jobs.
Now, the Liberal leader threatens all of that with plans to raise the GST, hammer businesses with higher taxes and kill jobs for Canadians. We will not have any of that.
International Co-operation
Oral Questions
Jean Dorion Longueuil—Pierre-Boucher, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Canadian Council for International Co-operation, the CCIC, was forced to hand out pink slips to two-thirds of its employees because its agreement with CIDA ended on March 31.
The CCIC, a coalition of about a hundred organizations working to end global poverty, appears to be the Prime Minister's most recent victim as he attempts to systematically muzzle all organizations that question Conservative policies.
When will the Conservative government stop using public funding as a political weapon to thank its friends and punish anyone who disagrees with it?
International Co-operation
Oral Questions
Bev Oda Minister of International Cooperation
Mr. Speaker, I want to be very clear. This government wants to ensure that its international assistance is actually helping those it is intended to help. This is about making good, responsible use of taxpayer dollars for the best benefit of those living in poverty.
This government has been acknowledged for fulfilling its commitment, unlike the previous government that made a commitment to the starving children of the world and did not fulfill that commitment after signing the food aid convention four years out of seven.
Presence in Gallery
Oral Questions
The Speaker Peter Milliken
I would like to draw to the attention of hon. members the presence in the gallery of the past chairs of the Writers' Union of Canada.
Presence in Gallery
Oral Questions
Some hon. members
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Government Response to Petitions
Routine Proceedings
June 4th, 2010 / noon
Regina—Lumsden—Lake Centre
Tom Lukiwski Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons
Mr. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 36(8) I have the honour to table, in both official languages, the government's response to 26 petitions.
Safer Railways Act
Routine Proceedings
Jay Hill Prince George—Peace River, BC
moved for leave to introduce Bill C-33, An Act to amend the Railway Safety Act and to make consequential amendments to the Canada Transportation Act.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)
Prison Farms
Routine Proceedings
12:05 p.m.
Jim Maloway Elmwood—Transcona, MB
Mr. Speaker, I have a petition today signed by dozens of Manitobans calling on the government to stop the closure of the six Canadian prison farms. All six prison farms, including Rockwood Institution in Manitoba, have been functioning farms for many decades providing food to prisons and to the community. The prison farm operations provide rehabilitation and training for prisoners through working with and caring for plants and animals. The work ethic, the rehabilitation benefit and waking up at six in the morning and working outdoors is a discipline that Canadians can appreciate.
On Sunday, June 6, Margaret Atwood will join citizens of all ages and political stripes on a march to the Correctional Service of Canada, Kingston headquarters, where they will be posting their demands for saving and revitalizing Canada's six prison farms. There have been 16 months of public events, letters, petitions, delegations and parliamentary motions that have nearly unanimous support across the country and yet the federal government is charging ahead with its ill-considered plan to shut down the six prison farms.
Heritage dairy herds that provide milk for inmates and Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick are slated for disposal. The first sale is scheduled for Kingston's Frontenac Institution the week of June 21. This will be the death of the farms.
Therefore, the petitioners call on the Government of Canada to stop the closure of the six Canadian prison farm operations across Canada and produce a report on the work and rehabilitative benefits to prisoners on the farm operations and how the program could be adapted to meet the agriculture needs of the 21st century.
Animal Welfare
Routine Proceedings
12:05 p.m.
Glenn Thibeault Sudbury, ON
Madam Speaker, I am pleased today to present a petition on behalf of hundreds of residents of my great riding of Sudbury and other residents of northern Ontario who petition the Government of Canada to support the universal declaration on animal welfare.
These individuals believe there are scientific consensus and public acknowledgement that animals can feel pain and can suffer and that all efforts should be made to prevent animal cruelty and reduce animal suffering. I am pleased to present this petition.
Harmonized Sales Tax
Routine Proceedings
12:05 p.m.
Peter Julian Burnaby—New Westminster, BC
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to add the names of 50 petitioners from Burnaby—New Westminster, along with several thousand of my constituents who add their voices to the 10,000 people in my riding who have signed the "rescind the HST" petition.
In all 85 provincial ridings in British Columbia the threshold has been surpassed to push for a province-wide referendum to rescind the HST. These petitioners have said that the impacts on small businesses would be far too serious to risk the HST, which was concocted by the federal Conservatives and provincial Liberals, and that the impact on ordinary citizens of British Columbia would be enormous.
For all those reasons, the petitioners ask the government to rescind the hated HST now.
North Korean Refugees
Routine Proceedings
12:05 p.m.
Claude Gravelle Nickel Belt, ON
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to rise today to present two petitions.
The first petition is from dozens of Canadians who are calling upon the House of Commons and the Government of Canada to support Motion No. 383 and vigorously participate in the international effort urging the government of the People's Republic of China to ensure the safe passage of North Korean refugees to South Korea.
With the tensions right now in South Korea and North Korea, this petition is very important.


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University of Warwick, Coventry
This year's conference is organised by the Centre for Applied Linguistics at the University of Warwick. Warwick is a modern campus university that is currently rated as 3rd in the world in the Quacquarelli Symonds ranking of the top 50 universities under 50 years old. Set in a leafy, self-contained campus, the venue is ideally located within ten minutes from Coventry railway station and central to England's motorway network with easy access to the M1, M6, M40 and M42. Birmingham airport is 45 minutes away by train. The campus is easily accessible by car and there are regular buses to local tourist attractions such as Kenilworth Castle, Warwick Castle and Shakespeare's birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon. We promise a memorable social programme which will include our gala dinner and entertainment.
Plenary Speakers:
Paul Baker, Lancaster University, UK
Suresh Canagarajah, Pennsylvania State University, USA
Michael Haugh, Griffith University, Australia
Local organising committee:
Ms Tilly Harrison (Tilly.Harrison
Dr Stephanie Schnurr (S.Schnurr
Dr Sue Wharton (Sue.Wharton
Dr Jo Angouri (J.Angouri
Call for Papers:
Abstracts are welcome in any area of Applied Linguistics, and should be interesting and innovative in some way. They should be scholarly and of academically good quality and indicate clearly objectives, method(s), and results where appropriate. Abstracts which address the conference theme of learning, working and communicating in a global context will be particularly welcome.
Deadline for receipt of abstracts: 1 March 2014
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All presenters have to be BAAL members by the time they register for the conference.
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3 Things You Should Know About Small Business: Nov. 19
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- What's happening in small business today?
1. A strategy for avoiding a Petraeus-like email scandal. Here's a way to have a foolproof plan to avoid the email disaster suffered by David Petraeus and Paula Broadwell. The "plan is so effective and perfect that it doesn't even involve any adjustment in personal behavior, standards of marital fidelity, or anything else of the sort," according to TheAtlantic.
"Never put anything in an email message, to anyone, that would cause you serious problems if it fell into the wrong hands," author James Fallows writes.
"I mean things that really can make trouble. Harsh criticism of people we work with -- or, worse, work for. Behind-the-back snark about people who think we're friends. And clues of any sort about behavior that could make trouble if exposed -- for instance, if you are having an affair that you would rather your spouse and work mates didn't know about," he writes.
Of course, scandals similar in nature happened in the days before email, but email makes everything different because it can be easily forwarded and sent to places it shouldn't go; it can also be easily mis-addressed ( that "Reply All" button is a sneaky one) ; and it can be easily stored and searched for.
2. Small firms benefit from outsourcing. Even if your small business is doing well, the benefits are large to outsourcing some of the most basic operational tasks. According to USAToday, identifying necessary tasks and turning them over to a specialist firm can free up capital and manpower, which can then be redirected to jobs directly related to growth, such as customer relations, production and sales.
One such area that small firms can benefit is in the payment of sales tax, which may sound simple, but isn't, according to the article. And with local governments stepping up sales tax compliance, the risk of an audit is increasing. Using outsourced software can help mitigate any potential conflicts for a small business, the article notes.
"Knowing the sales tax we collect is accurate down to the house number provides us with a great deal of comfort," says Logos Bible Software CFO Andrew Skipton. "We provided the examiner with our monthly Avalara
Another area is in streamlining expense reports. Redmond, Wash.-based Concur helps employees file expense reports from the road using their laptops, tablets or smartphones. The Internet-based technology software is able to complete a wide variety of tasks including scanning taxi and restaurant receipts, the article says.
A third chore is managing basic telephone and Internet connections. Outsourcing this task through Voice Over Internet Protocol systems, especially as a firm grows, can save the company a few hundred dollars a month in overall expenses.


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Memorial Tournament: Kyle Reifers moving up leaderboard
The Columbus Dispatch - June 01, 2012 06:14 PM
Dublin native Kyle Reifers is making a move at the Memorial Tournament. Reifers played the front nine in three-under par, including birdies on No. 7 and 9, to get to 4-under par. He started his run with a 24-foot birdie putt on No. 2. He made a 17-footer on No. 7 and a 10-footer on No. 9.
He is one shot behind clubhouse leaders Spencer Levin and Scott Stallings.
Reifers shot a 1-under par 71 in his opening round Thursday.


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A Legacy of Legends, Day 3Posted Tuesday, February 28, 2012, at 3:15 PM
Day 3 is Sunday, and yes, some think we are Heathens, but we respect a Sunday Worship. Wade Black, who I've said, Trains for the Cross, gives our Sunday Prayer. He talks about his life, and some of what he's been thru. He loves what he does, and loves to share it. His Grandpa, Ray Hunt and his father, Martin, are big influences in his, but he's proud to say, that he lives for God. He talks to God, like he's talking to a friend, and loves the idea of sharing such a friend with everyone. It's something to be proud of.
Reata's 3rd Day
yep, Reata is ready to head out into the big world!
One of the biggest mistakes that people make, is not to end on a good note. If you get to a point that "feels good to you", trust me, it "feels good to the horse" too. Stop, Get off, and be done. Let them 'sleep on it' But the thing so many do, is "Oh gosh! That was awesome! Let's do it 40 more times!" how is that horse going to feel then? Think he wants to do it any more? Nope, he's likely going to start looking for a way out. So, Reata gets off, at a good place, and the Colt realizes "Hey, all I have to do is..... and I get to be done. I can do that!"
Peter and Megan, 3rd Day. Sorry, I didn't get many photos. I was kind of getting edgy, ... about to go get "foofed' up for my own wedding..
Does this horse look traumatized? In case you're wondering, the answer is an emphatic "NO"!
Following Photos are my camera, but I think complements of Jim Kilburn. I am gone now, getting ready to say "I do"
Hear a Rope, There a Rope, Everywhere a Rope!
Martin's Wife
Bit of Impressive Size Arena huh? This is my Cathedral to say I Do
Peter Campbell
Buck, Jaton, Reata
Waiting for the final roping to be done, with Frank, my Adoptive Dad giving me away, and my honey
Buck Waiting to Marry us
Here comes the Bride. My Cathedral of Choice, is always an arena
I know, I've shown these before, but, it's my blog.... so here ya go!
What could be better? A day of great education, horses, Great Friends, And Marrying My Guy?
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No flowers just a little dust and manure right?
Great things to look back on.
-- Posted by KH Gal on Tue, Feb 28, 2012, at 4:01 PM
Buckshot, Your grandfather did what most everyone did. It was just "the way" I grew up doing it that way, on the ranch I spent my time. Or actually, watching the cowboys do it. It was when I got 'out on my own' that I realized that I was more likely going to get hurt. And I did get hurt, and have some bad spills. I started looking for 'another way'. "There's gotta be another way!" I was thinking! And off the ranch, with personal horses of my own, I came to see them differently, as friends, and loyal companions. I didn't want it to be like that for them. Eventually, after time and quite alot of money spent on going to clinics of one kind or another, I found it. (and Wayne) I also found some fruit loops doing ridiculous things, and learned just about as much about what I despised, as what I liked. But that was good too.
I look back and think, "Oh man, if I had that horse now, I could do it so much better!" But I think that about everything....
Anyone who is serious about their horsemanship, should read books by Tom and or Bill Dorrance, Ray Hunt, Buck Brannaman. Read them over and over again, and watch their videos. I have all Ray's videos, and several of Bucks and others. We watch them, and I see something new every time...or it sinks in more. And I can't imagine how many times I've watched them.
I went on a bit, ...but the point is, don't worry about your Grandfather, he'd do it differently now too!
-- Posted by jessiemiller on Wed, Feb 29, 2012, at 8:27 AM
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|November 7, 1947
|Bernhard Hugo
Goetz is born in
graduates from
launches his own
business out of his
|Goetz is
violently mugged
by 3 African-American men in a
|December 22, 1984
board NYC's No. 2
Expressway, Goetz fears trouble after being approached
by four
African-American men. He fires five shots,
injuring all four
African Americans and leaving one of them (Darrell
Cabey) permanently paralyzed. Goetz rents a car and
fleas to
|December 29, 1984
|Goetz, after telephoning his neighbor, learns that he is has been identified as a suspect in the subway shootings.
|December 31, 1984
|Goetz turns
himself in to
|January 2, 1985
|Goetz is arraigned in a New Hampshire Court. Troy Canty, another one of the young men shot, prepares to leave the hospital.
|January 3, 1985
|Goetz is
brought back to
|January 9, 1985
|Darrell Cabey
|January 25, 1985
|In a hearing before a grand jury, prosecutors seek indictments on four counts of attempted murder, four counts of assault, one count of reckless endangerment and four counts of criminal possession of a weapon. The 23 jurors refused to indict Goetz on anything more serious than three counts of illegal gun possession.
|February 1985
|Two victims, Canty and Cabey, file civil suits against Goetz seeking $50 million in damages.
|February 26, 1985
|U.S. Attorney Rudolph Giuliani decides not to proceed with a federal civil rights prosecution after finding insufficient evidence that race was a motive in the shooting.
|March 14, 1985
|Based on new evidence regarding the fifth shot that paralyzed Cabey, District Attorney Waples petitions Judge Crane to allow him to resubmit the assault and attempted murder charged to a grand jury.
|March 27, 1985
|A second grand jury indicts Goetz on ten new charges, including four charges of attempted murder and four charges of assault.
|June 27, 1985
|Goetz shooting victim James Ramseur is arrested for raping and robbing a nineteen-year-old woman at his apartment complex.
|October 14, 1985
|Goetz moves to dismiss the charges contained in the second indictment alleging that the evidence before the grand jury was not sufficient to establish the offenses charged and that the prosecutor's instructions to the grand jury on self-defense were erroneous and prejudicial to the defendant.
|January 21, 1986
|Judge Crane dismisses nine counts of the original thirteen based on the prosecution's explanation of the New York self-defense statute to the second grand jury, leaving only the charges of gun possession and reckless endangerment.
|March 3, 1986
|James Ramseur is convicted of rape, robbery, sodomy, sexual abuse, assault, criminal use of a firearm, and possession of stolen property. He will spend the next 25 years in prison on these charges.
|July 8, 1986
|The New York Court of Appeals holds that the prosecution's self-defense description was correct and all counts of the indictment are reinstated.
|December 12, 1986
|The criminal trial of the People of New York v. Bernhard Hugo Goetz opens in New York City.
|December 13, 1986
|Three hundred prospective jurors are summoned to the Manhattan Supreme Court for initial jury selection and voir dire.
|April 27, 1987
|After a long and tedious voir dire process, opening statements are made in the Goetz trial.
|May 5, 1987
|James Ramseur enters the courtroom to testify for the prosecution. He refuses to testify and Judge Crane holds him in contempt.
|May 19, 1987
|James Ramseur returns to the courtroom to purge his contempt citations. After Slotnick's two-day cross examination, Ramseur refuses to answer any more of Slotnick's questions and Judge Crane reinstates the contempt charges and strikes Ramseur's testimony from the record.
2, 1987
|The defense rests without calling Bernhard Goetz to the stand.
|June 10-12, 1987
|Closing arguments are made in the Goetz trial.
|June 16, 1986
|the jury finds Bernhard Goetz guilty on the charge of criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree. Goetz is acquitted of all counts relating to attempted murder, assault and criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree. (Goetz is later sentenced to six months in jail, one year of psychiatric treatment, five years of probation, two hundred hours of community service and a fine of $5,000.)
|November 22, 1986
sentence is upheld by
the Court of Appeals of
|The civil suit against Goetz filed by Darrell Cabey is tried. The jury finds Goetz liable of reckless and deliberate infliction of emotional distress and awards Cabey $43 million in damages ($18 million for pain and suffering and $25 million for punitive damages). Goetz subsequently files for bankruptcy.
|Goetz runs unsuccessfully for Mayor of New York City.
|Goetz plays a criminalist who teaches students how to use a concealed weapon in the movie "Every Move You Make."
is interviewed by Nancy Grace on Larry King Live and
states that his
served the greater good for
|Goetz runs unsuccessfully for New York City Public Advocate.
| Goetz is
interviewed for an
episode of The Biography Channel's "Aftermath with
William Shatner."
Goetz continues to believe his actions on the
|New York City prosecutors announce that
they will try Goetz for allegedly selling $30 worth of
marijuana to an undercover officer after Goetz rejects a
plea offer involving 10 days of community service.


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Preston H. Dedrick
WESTFIELD – Preston H. Dedrick, age 93, of Westfield, formerly of Fredonia, NY, died Monday, May 13, 2013 at the Chautauqua County Home and Infirmary in Dunkirk, NY.
He was born in Jamestown, NY, the son of the late Walter and Vanona (Hall) Dedrick.
Preston attended school in Jamestown, Buffalo and high school in Fredonia. In 1938 he attended Tri-State University graduating with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering.
During WW2 he worked for Bell aircraft as a test/design engineer on the P-39, P-63, and did some work on the first American jet, the XP-59. After the war he returned to the family farm on Van Buren Road and built the Fredonia Airport. Pres was interested in flying from an early age and learned to fly while in high school. After the war he instructed many returning military members through the GI Bill. After 1963 Pres sold real estate and became a broker with his own business. Yearning to fly again, he began flying for Dunkirk Ice Cream, Mitchell Foods, and The Red Wing Company. After a few years he became Red Wing's exclusive pilot and retired in 1979. After retirement he and Jean enjoyed their winters in Florida and summers on Lake Erie. The grandchildren have fond memories of spending time with Pres and Jean at the family farm and airport.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his daughter: Patricia (Ronald) Phillippsen of Marion, NY and his son: William (Marcile) Dedrick, as well as by his sister Elizabeth Dedrick of Springville, NY. Preston was the proud grandfather of 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Jean (Johengen) Dedrick, whom he married on October 31, 1942 at Langford, NY and who passed away on Sept. 17, 2006.
Friends may call at the MASON Funeral Home, 37 Clinton St., Westfield on Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 1-3 PM. Funeral Services and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's research at www.michaeljfox.org.
Log on to www.masonfuneral.com to send the Dedrick family a message of sympathy.


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Hamilton can surprise Rosberg
Jenson Button feels Lewis Hamilton's ability to extract extra pace out of a bad car could take Nico Rosberg by surprise next year.
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The 32-year-old's three-year working relationship with Hamilton has come to an end as the latter will partner up with Rosberg at Mercedes from 2013.
Button is all too familiar with his compatriot's pace as during their McLaren days the 2008 World Champion always managed to get some extra speed out of nowhere even if their car wasn't the fastest on the grid.
Asked what the German could expect, Button said: "I think he'll probably get a bit of a surprise.
"I know he's been his team-mate in the past, but I think he'll be surprised at how Lewis can get performance out of a bad car.
"I didn't say that [Mercedes will be bad] - he [Hamilton] can also get speed out of a good car, and I think that will be the biggest thing."
There have been claims that McLaren could regret Hamilton's decision to join their rival, but Button insists the Woking squad will be fine as long as they keep hold of their technical guru.
"I'm not disappointed because there's always change," he said.
"I'd be disappointed if [technical director] Paddy Lowe moved from the team because that's the guy who's going to help me achieve in the future.
"Whereas with Lewis, drivers come and go and people change, and that's pretty normal in the sport.
"It's been a good three years and it's amazing how quick those three years have gone by. It's been a good partnership.
"We've had quite a bit of fun in terms of racing over those three years."
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Night comes quickly in the BahamasMonday, February 10th, 2014
As our group of aircraft approaches the Out Islands on Feb. 1, the pilots go in different directions. You must land at an airport of entry and clear Customs, and if you plan to travel to other islands, you must obtain a cruising permit first. Some of our group head to Grand Bahama or Andros, but most of us plan to land at New Bight Airport on Cat Island, where we'll be staying.
The rescue mission to pick up two stranded VFR pilots pushed our departure from St. Lucie County Airport in Fort Pierce, Fla., to the afternoon. As we head toward Cat Island, the sun is beginning to sink lower on the horizon. In the United States, this wouldn't be a problem. In the Bahamas, it's a cause for concern. Night-time VFR is prohibited, and with good reason. There are very few lights to be seen on the islands, and when the daylight ends, it ends rather abruptly. The dark sky blends seamlessly into the ocean, providing no artificial horizon. And there are very few airports with instrument approaches.
When we land at New Bight just before sunset, we realize that one of the airplanes hasn't made it to Cat Island. After a few anxious moments, we learn that the pilot decided to land at Rock Sound Airport on Eleuthera so as not to push daylight. It was a smart decision. He and his passengers cleared Customs and were able to locate a one-night apartment rental. They enjoyed a meal of fresh grouper and a good night's sleep, and joined us the next day. And this chapter caused a CFI in the group to coin a new phrase: "Bingo daylight" as opposed to "Bingo fuel."


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Thousands of people from all walks of life are joining the church this Easter. Many have inspiring stories to tell about their journey to being baptized as a Catholic or becoming a full member of the c hurch. But one especially poignant story is that of an Iraq veteran's emotional journey. Read about it in this story in The Catholic Accent, newspaper of the Diocese of Greensburg, Pa.
An inspiring story of one man's journey to becoming Catholic
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Slain victim's daughters file suit
Claim wrongful death, civil conspiracy
CANON CITY — A wrongful death civil lawsuit has been filed by the daughters of a slain man who claim two former Florence funeral home directors conspired to murder him.
The suit was filed in Fremont County District Court by Linette Griffy, Amy Griffy and Lindalin Dockter, all of Pueblo. The women are daughters of Byron Griffy, 77, who was a Fowler funeral home director found slain in his home Oct. 12, 2012.
The suit is filed against former Charles-Anthony Funeral Home director Anthony Wright, the estate of his late partner Charles Giebler, the Giebler estate's personal representative Joyce Thigpen, as well as the Otero County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Chris Johnson.
According to the complaint filed by attorney James Croshal on Nov. 13, Linette Griffy alleges that she witnessed her father give seven safes to Wright and Giebler for safekeeping and storage in September 2011. The safes contained boxes of silver dollars, numerous coin collections and coin sets, stamps, antique postcards and more than $70,000 in cash.
After Griffy's death, Linette Griffy asked for the return of the property. Giebler reportedly told her that her father had picked up most of the items but said he still had some property which he turned over to her.
Giebler, who also was Florence mayor, died the next day, Jan. 25, 2013, of a pre-existing heart condition.
When Giebler died, law enforcement searched his home and discovered, "Numerous items of property that were among those removed from Griffy's home," according to the complaint. Those items were taken and held as evidence by the Otero County Sheriff's Office.
As representative for the Giebler estate, Thigpen claimed the items belong to Giebler's estate.
The lawsuit seeks to have Wright and Giebler's estate account for all the assets that belong to Griffy's estate and requests damages, attorney fees and compensation for pain, anguish, emotional distress, grief, loss of companionship and loss of income.
The lawsuit also alleges Wright and Giebler participated in a civil conspiracy and conspired to convert Griffy's property as well as conspired to murder Griffy.
The suit requests all of Griffy's property seized by the sheriff's office be returned to Griffy's estate.
The case is being handled by Fremont County District Court Judge David Thorson and a case management conference setting is pending, according to the court file.
Wright also faces criminal charges in Otero County District Court in connection with Griffy's death but remains free on $250,000 bail pending a May 1 arraignment hearing.


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Location:Northglenn Center
Department:CAGS Nursing and Sciences
Job Type:Full time
Spiritual Requirements
The full time faculty in Mental Health Nursing is committed to academic excellence in all areas of teaching and learning including theory, laboratory and clinical instruction. The faculty actively participates in course development, evaluation and revision; student admission progression and retention; development and supervision of skills/simulation experience; clinical instruction and evaluation of student achievement; and evaluation of student learning outcomes. The faculty coordinates and collaborates with colleagues and students in a wide range of supervised, self-directed, and technologically mediated learning activities including ongoing monitoring and improvement of the teaching-learning process. The faculty effectively teaches Mental Health Nursing, participates in the affairs of the program and division and provides leadership within the university, profession and the community. The faculty holds academic range based on credentials and experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develop, implement, evaluate the mission, philosophy, learning outcomes, curriculum organizing framework of the nursing education programs in the Nursing Division.
2. Plan and provide theoretical instruction, laboratory (skills/simulation) experiences and clinical experiences in the area of Mental Health that reflect the mission and philosophy of CCU.
3. Develop, evaluation and revise policies and procedures for the Nursing Programs.
4. Actively participate in all areas of program development and evaluation.
5. Evaluation student achievement of learning outcomes and clinical competencies.
6. Actively participate in Division, college and university activities.
7. Engage in service and scholarship to the university, the profession and the community.
8. Teach 24 credits in the nursing education programs annually.
9. Collaborate with peers internally to maintain an environment conducive to positive learning.
10. Assist students in their own self evaluation, career planning and spiritual formation.
11. Serve in the role of academic advisor to students.
12. Keep education records as required.
13. Provide administrative oversight for Nursing Program courses and/or projects as needed.
14. Participate in professional development activities and engage in professional scholarship.
15. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clinical agencies and clinical community partners.
16. Perform other duties as assigned. .
1. A doctorate in nursing or related field is preferred. A Masters of Science degree in Nursing is required.
2. Documented evidence that the graduate degree is in the field relevant to Mental Health Nursing.
3. An active license in good standing to practice as an RN in the state of Colorado is required.
4. Two years full-time or equivalent professional nursing clinical experience in the area of Mental Health is required.
5. Two years full-time or equivalent teaching experience in a Baccalaureate or higher degree nursing program is preferred.
6. Documented Knowledge and skills related to teaching adults, teaching methodology, curriculum development and evaluation is preferred.
7. Skill in using Blackboard or a similar learning management system and previous online teaching/ learning is preferred.
8. Competency in using Microsoft office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint is preferred.
9. Effective organizational, problem-solving and decision making skills are required.
10. High energy level, innovative thinking and positive outlook is preferred.
While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk; stand; sit; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; speak with clarity, have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Working irregular hours including evenings and weekends is expected. Local and state-wide travel is required. Tasks involve ability to manage multiple meetings, priorities, extensive e-mail communication, projects, people and activities while exhibiting positive coping mechanisms and minimal stress. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at the computer keyboard or workstation.
Application Process
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Colorado Christian University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status. CCU does reserve the right to exercise preference on the basis of religion in all of its employment practices. All employees who work at CCU must demonstrate a spiritual testimony consistent with our evangelical mission and follow our lifestyle expectations.
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""It's a massive, unbelievable competitive advantage. Having access to a private jet is the single most important asset to any national political campaign." Source: WALL STREET JOURNAL "
California Screamin'
Bizav boosters should aggressively rebut critics.
Two recent cases from the Los Angeles area highlight the dangers of not aggressively firing back at general aviation critics, especially those in government.
For years, a small group of homeowners have been carping about helicopter noise in the L.A. basin. Helicopters represent an integral part of the city's infrastructure: an estimated 70 percent of their flights there are essential public-service missions—to contain crime, fight brush fires, transport the critically injured off clogged freeways and the like. In L.A., if you want to get anywhere with any degree of assured punctuality, a helicopter is an important tool. When people complain about these aircraft hovering over their houses in the middle of the night, they're invariably talking—albeit perhaps unknowingly—about police containing a bad guy, not paparazzi stalking a Kardashian.
It takes only a few small incidents to inspire an opportunistic politician to intervene. Over the last three years, two relatively minor events—an errant military helicopter straying too close to the Hollywood Bowl and overzealous helicopter media coverage of a weekend freeway closure—sparked a spike in noise complaints.
Legislation from a local congressman predictably followed. It initially failed on the merits in congressional committees but was snuck into January's $1.1 trillion omnibus spending bill. As a result, the Federal Aviation Administration likely will be charged with devising mandatory helicopter routes over L.A. that will, at best, be more costly and inconvenient and, at worst, be unsafe. And the noise will just be offloaded from one neighborhood to the next.
A few miles to the north, Santa Monica Airport—a popular and convenient facility for bizjet users—has been under siege for decades. It doesn't really matter that it has been there since World War I—long before the surrounding neighborhood popped up. Douglas Aircraft operated a plant on the field for years. The federal government took control of the airport during World War II, but deeded it over to the city in 1948 with a proviso that it be operated as an airport "in perpetuity." The FAA has since rejected many entreaties from the city to shut it down, and that city government recently went to court in an unsuccessful attempt to get the agreement overturned.
Both cases offer lessons for business aviation users and supporters.
One: your right to fly privately is constantly under attack. Take this right for granted and you will lose it.
Two: it is critical to counter private aviation critics quickly with irrefutable facts—aircraft are quieter and safer than ever before, pilots are safer and better trained, general aviation pumps millions into local economies and air ambulances save lives. If a critical public official still doesn't see the light, use the electoral process to work to replace him or her.
Three: don't give critics an opening. Make sure your pilots use appropriate takeoff power, follow noise-abatement routes and procedures and obey curfews—even if this means a little inconvenience for you. The freedom to fly privately comes with responsibilities.
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The Play Museum is a free children's area at the Illinois State Museum-Springfield. Load a jeep; crawl through a cave; dig for fossils; put together a baby mastodont puzzle; frame art; explore collections of fossils, insects, artifacts; and toys; and play museum! The Play Museum is designed for children ages 3-10 and their families. Hours are Tuesday-Saturday (10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) and Sunday (1:00 to 4:30 p.m.). The Play Museum is closed on Mondays.
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (451 votes).
In short: Great organised runIn full: This was my first time around Bewl and found it be a fun but tough race. The weather wasn't ideal with heavy rain before the race and again around the 2 hour mark but for the majority it was ideal. The route was muddy in parts but not a major issue and there were some places where it was difficult to overtake other runners. The big hill climbs from 10 miles onwards presented a challenge. What made this race great though was the organisation along the course with the good marshalling, plentiful supply of fluids and the wet sponges. The supply of free cakes and beer as well as a band at the finish line provided a nice finish to the event. The goody bags were great compared to most races. If you're looking for a fun long distance run without any interest in a PB then this is worth doing.Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: a treasure in the running diary In full: 2nd year of doing , last year was hot this year well changeable with bit wind some sun and a welcoming windy and heavy rain at end but course is superb great views of lake , marshalling and stops for drinks/ sponges /jelly beans very good and often enough esp as in bottle so could keep for few miles happy faces all around by marshalls and runners at end superb medal , exc goody bag , yum yum cakes and this year free beer was most welcome and very nice first date in running diary for next year simply well done to all who helped and organised , my thanks to you all Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: Stunning.In full: My first time, loved it, fairly challenging course, well organised, plenty of water/lucozade/jelly babies. At the finish you get medal/well above average goody bag/water/banana/tea/cakes/beer/music what's not to like! Printed results up on board within minutes. Recommended to all. Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: The best organised race there is!In full: OK, I may be a Wadhurst Runner but I ran the event and therefore qualified to review! For me this event is the best there is - the attention to detail is simply stunning with so many plus points for both the runner and friends/family it is hard to detail them all.Special mention though to Albert for the hard work that goes in to this event, the girls (girl guides?) who ran the 5m water/lucozade station (with great encouragement given to the runners) and the beer at the end!The course was trick today with some mud around and a tough call in terms of road/trail shoes. I went with road but wish I hadn't! Otherwise everything lick clockwork - perhaps too many drink stations as I felt guilty wasting so much and 2 x sponge stations too - was looking out for the on-course massage but no trace!The finish is great with a brass band, cakes, beer (new for 2012 and very nice) and a goody bag that is well thought out. Plus more drinks/bananas should you need them.I encourage anyone interested in this type of race/distance to come along next year. You will not be disappointed. Thanks again everyone.Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: WonderfulIn full: Third time I've run this and it just gets better each time. Faultless organisation, an army of friendly marshals at every turn and just the best post-race chill with brass band, cakes, tea and now even beer. The race itself has everything, trail and road, lovely views of the lake. All in all just about the best race of the year in my book.Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: Excellent organisation and a scenic and challenging courseIn full: As someone has remarked below, this really is a superbly organised event - from the frequent updates sent out beforehand, to the abundant knowledgeable and helpful marshalls, frequent efficiently-run water stations and the finish "village" with the cake, beer and brass band. This really is a pleasure to race. the course itself is very scenic but has a real sting in the tail, as it is pretty flat for the first 10 miles then suddenly turns manically hilly for most of the last third. Certainly a high spot on my annual race calendar and one that I will definitely do again.Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: Great race but leave your watch at homeIn full: Fantastic organisation and marshalling - there seemed to be drinks stations almost every mile! It is hilly over the last 5 miles (1 of them was ridiculously steep) but the main problem for me was the terrain - if you like running in mud, farmer's fields and on rutted, single-track paths then this is for you! Forget about times - I ran 75 seconds per mile slower than road speed (although this made a pleasant change to be honest). Not sure I'll be back as I feel lucky not to have turned an ankle but can't fault this as an event.Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: Tough but one of my top 5 racesIn full: This a tough race in terms of undulation and distance, but definitely worth taking part. One of my top 5 races. I have never been in a race where they give me free beer at the end - top marks. (The free cake was good too)Great organization, marshaling and scenery. Well done Wadhurst Runners and everyone else involved. Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: Hard run, brilliant organisation, highly recommendedIn full: What makes this race is the superb organisation - pre, during and after. The best marshalling I've seen - well done to all involved from the race director to the kids handing out the water and shouting encouragement. The run itself meanders gently through lovely scenery for the first 10.5 miles, but has a real sting in the tale. The last climb back up to the finish is particularly punishing, but at least you feel like you've earned the cake, tea and beer. Definitely coming back next year !Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: A must do for those in the South-East, and further!In full: Returned for my second Bewl 15 and although we didn't have the glorious sunshine this year it didn't matter. The reservoir makes for a pretty course, changing conditions underfoot kept things interesting and the hills at the end help to teach you a little about yourself.The updates from the race director beforehand was a nice personal touch and made for a welcoming event, and the shuttle service to and from the train station was just over and above. Beer, cakes and a brass band at the end. I mean, what else could you possibly ask for?Date of review: July 1, 2012
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Two bound over in unlawful imprisonment case
By NIKKI YOUNK
Staff Writer
CRYSTAL FALLS – Two men appeared in Iron County Trial Court for charges related to an unlawful imprisonment case.
William Paul Campbell, 20, of Iron River and Caleb Drew Gardner, 20, of Waukesha, Wis. waived their preliminary examinations and agreed to be bound over to the circuit court level.
They each pleaded not guilty to one felony count of unlawful imprisonment and one misdemeanor count of domestic violence.
If convicted, Campbell could spend up to 15 years in prison. Since Gardner is listed as a habitual offender-second, he could spend up to 22 and a half years in prison.
Pre-trials in the matter are scheduled for Aug. 5.
According to the criminal complaint in the case, the charges stem from a May 26 incident in Iron River Township. The defendants are accused of restraining and assaulting a female victim.
Iron County Prosecutor Melissa Powell declined to release any additional information on the incident at this time.
In other Iron County Trial Court action:
– Kyle Bodin Remer, 23, of Iron River pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from a breaking and entering incident at the Northland Marathon gas station in Caspian.
He waived his preliminary examination and agreed to be bound over to the circuit court level, where he entered his pleas.
Remer faces one felony count of breaking and entering and one felony count of larceny.
If convicted, he could spend up to 14 years in prison.
A pre-trial in the matter is scheduled for Aug. 5.
According to deputies from the Iron County Sheriff's Department, Remer allegedly stole cigarettes and alcohol from the gas station on March 25.
Nikki Younk's e-mail address is email@example.com.


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ACMC-Marshall showcases new clinic
MARSHALL – The weather outside was less than ideal, but it didn't dampen the celebrations at the new Affiliated Community Medical Centers-Marshall clinic's open house Thursday. Local residents turned out to tour the new building on Carlson Street and meet ACMC staff members.
"We are very proud and pleased with the new location," said ACMC-Marshall site manager Shana Zahrbock, speaking to a gathering of local residents and Marshall officials.
The new Marshall clinic, located near Kmart and the Market Street Mall, has been open and serving patients since March 18. However, a formal ribbon-cutting and open house was Thursday afternoon. Snowy weather in the region meant some small changes to the program, but ACMC physicians and staff stepped in to host the ceremony in addition to guiding tours and welcoming visitors.
The new clinic is much more of a "one stop shop" for patients, ACMC staff said Thursday. Departments and services ranging from imaging to internal medicine, pediatrics and visiting specialists are all available in the same building.
"Now we're able to come back together as a group," said Dr. Steven Meister, a physician with ACMC-Marshall.
As she showed community members around the new clinic, Dr. Jill Vroman said she had seen some instances where having almost all the clinic services under one roof helped patients and doctors. It can speed up the process of having a procedure scheduled, she said, and it's also faster for doctors to consult with each other.
Of course, the brighter atmosphere inside the clinic was another plus.
"The windows make it so much better," Vroman said.
ACMC is keeping its clinic space at the Market Street Mall, but it will be used for a sleep lab and medical records offices. ACMC staff said the new building also has room to expand, with enough office space for additional physicians.
The new clinic was good thing for the Marshall community, said Meister and Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce Director Cal Brink. Having a wide range of options available for medical care is something that draws people to Marshall, they said.
"This is a great place, and it will only help to grow our community further," Meister said.
"We've been committed to the community for over 25 years, and we will continue to be committed to the community," said Dr. Jane Willett.


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About this itemThis space-saving bunk bed will add charm to any boy's or girl's bedroom. The sturdy construction with durable finish will provide years of service. Bed can also be set up as 2 twins beds.
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