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Ignoring grade inflation in law school admissions constitutes age bias, claims Michael Kamps in a lawsuit against Baylor's law school.
In the age discrimination suit, he claims that the 3.2 G.P.A. he earned in 1979 from Texas A&M University is equivalent to a 3.6 G.P.A. today because of grade inflation . . .
Kamps, a certified public accountant, first applied for the law school's fall 2010 entering class and for a full-tuition scholarship for Texas A&M graduates. He was the only applicant to qualify that year based on grades and test scores, but Baylor changed the formula to require a minimum 3.4 GPA.
In April, Baylor "accidentally sent each member of the fall 2012 admitted class a spreadsheet with each student's G.P.A. and LSAT score," reports Inside Higher Ed.
By looking through the leaked credentials, which he found available on the Internet, Kamps found that his LSAT score was better than those of about 97 percent of admitted students, while his G.P.A. was superior only to about 20 percent. But his Baylor Index score — a now-discarded evaluation method, according to the complaint — was superior to about 68 percent of the fall 2012 admits.
Kamps argues in the complaint that by looking at class rankings or taking into account a grade inflation factor — which a national study by Stuart Rojstaczer found to be about 0.14 points per decade — his G.P.A. is equivalent to a 3.6 G.P.A. today.
Baylor has offered Kamps a spring or summer start time, but he wants to start in the fall, when he believes he'd have a better shot at a scholarship.


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Down To The Wire
With less than two weeks until the general election, candidates for county clerk, county executive and county legislature are letting their constituents in on the important issues.
The League of Women Voters and American Association of University Women hosted a debate at the James Prendergast Library on Thursday. The first hour of the debate consisted of questions being asked of Vince Horrigan, Republican county executive candidate; Ron Johnson, Democratic county executive candidate; Lori Cornell, Democratic county clerk candidate; and Larry Barmore, Republican county clerk candidate.
The second hour of the debate consisted of District 10 legislative candidates Sharon Lisciandro, Democrat, and PJ Wendel, Republican; District 11 Republican candidate David Wilfong; District 12 candidates Fred Larson, Democrat, and Bill Prieto, Republican; and District 16 Democratic candidate Tom Erlandson. District 16 Republican candidate Ron Lemon and District 11 Democratic candidate Bob Whitney were expected by the moderators of the debate to attend but did not.
Moderating the discussions were Marcia Merrins, of the League of Women Voters, and Dr. Lillian Ney of AAUW.
The candidates for county executive and county clerk were first given two minutes each to introduce themselves, as well as tell what they feel the most urgent problem in Chautauqua County is, and their solution to the problem. Barmore, Horrigan and Johnson introduced themselves, however Cornell was late for the meeting, prompting the discussion to begin without her.
"Generally, the League of Women Voters has a policy that candidates may not present without his opponent present," Merrins said. "It is an unfair advantage. There is no rebuttal for whatever Mr. Barmore says. I'm not sure I can continue having Mr. Barmore answer questions without his opponent."
The discussion then was turned over to the county executive candidates for a question on fracking. Horrigan said he believes that the county needs a portfolio of energy, and to be able to seize upon opportunity reliably and safely. Johnson answered the fracking issue does not currently present itself in Chautauqua County, however he has been working to educate himself on the issue, while discussing it with both sides.
Cornell apologized for arriving to the debate 15 minutes late. She explained she is in the midst of moving, and has not been receiving her mail. She said she had been told by a colleague the start time for the debate was 30 minutes later than it actually began.
The county executive candidates were questioned as to their views on the Chautauqua County Home, which the legislature will vote on whether to sell on Oct. 30. Staying true to his voting history as a county legislator, Horrigan said he is in favor of privatizing the home. Johnson said the home has only begun losing money over the last seven years, and, as a businessman, he would like to take a look at the home for himself.
"I have never said I would not sell the County Home under any circumstances," Johnson said. "What I do say is that it needs to be a business decision and not a political one."
The four candidates for the two positions were also questioned on issues such as relevant work history, economy, taxes, downsizing the government and services in Dunkirk before providing their closing statements.
Like the county executive and county clerk candidates, legislative candidates were given the opportunity to introduce themselves, as well as answer what they felt was the most urgent issue in Chautauqua County. Unlike the county executive and clerk candidates, legislators were able to discuss county wide issues if their opponent was not present at the debate, but Merrins asked them to refrain from discussing issues only pertinent to their district.
Candidates discussed issues such as Chautauqua Lake, jobs in the county, taxes and economic development. Members of the audience then questioned the candidates on other issues, such as how legislators would deal with covering additional board and committee meetings now that the size of the legislature has been reduced from 25 to 19.
Candidates were also questioned on how they would make the County of Chautauqua Industrial Development Agency more effective.
Wilfong indicated he was satisfied with how the CCIDA has been operating, but that he sees a problem with attracting business because New York state is not business-friendly. Lisciandro said she has been disappointed in the CCIDA, and said the agency has lost jobs over the last seven to eight years. Larson discussed economic development in terms of the CCIDA, while Prieto talked about the vacant land in the county, and investing in the unused space.
Legislative candidates were also asked about their views on the County Home. Wendel and Erlandson, who are currently legislators, said they would be in favor of selling the home, and have voted accordingly in the past. After giving their sentiments on the home, the other four candidates present also stated they would be in favor of selling the home. Larson said he cannot argue a situation that he doesn't fully understand, but he feels if the home cannot break even, he would be in favor of selling the home.
The general election will take place Nov. 5 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Additional information about the Board of Elections and polling locations can be found at www.votechautauqua.com.

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Sen. Young Excited To Begin Bipartisan Effort
ALBANY – The state Senate is gearing up for the 57 days it will meet for session this year.
The Senate will be returning to Albany on Tuesday for its first session since June 21, 2012. And, this year, it will be returning with a bipartisan effort between Senate Republicans and the Independent Democratic Conference.
"We are gearing up for session to begin," said Sen. Catharine Young, R-Olean. "The State of the State Address in on (Wednesday). So, we have a bipartisan effort that is going on in the Senate that I think will be very good for Upstate New York. It will make sure that our voices are heard in state government. I'm really looking forward to session beginning and I think it's going to be very positive."
In the past, Sen. Young said New York City controlled the entire agenda for the state, which she felt was very damaging to Upstate New York.
"It was damaging to our economy, to our schools, the funding that we received for other efforts," she said.
Now, with the bipartisan effort, Sen. Young said it is a chance for members of the Senate to work together, in order to achieve real results for the people it represents.
And, the partnership isn't something new, according to Sen. Young.
"We have had a strong relationship with the Independent Democratic Conference for two years now, since they formed," she said. "We have worked with them in a bipartisan manner in the past. This change isn't really that much different."
While in Albany, Sen. Young said there are several issues that will need to be tackled, including the state budget. She said there will be fiscal challenges that the state will need to overcome this year. Additionally, recognizing the areas devastated by Superstorm Sandy will be on the agenda for the Senate.
"New York state was severely affected by Superstorm Sandy," Sen. Young said. "Thankfully, it didn't affect our region, but parts of the state were devastated. There are still people without a place to live our any type of electricity. We are hopeful that the federal allocation comes through so that we can help those victims of the storm."
The national economy also continues to affect the state. Two years ago, Sen. Young said the Senate worked to close a $10 million budget gap. Last year, the gap was $3 billion. And, Sen. Young does not see the gap getting any better.
"It's my understanding that the revenues for the state may be down," she said. "So, we're going to have to really roll up our sleeves, because we still have to make sure that we are funding education and all the very important programs. And, at the same time, we need to be helping the taxpayers."
Although the Senate is only in session for 57 days this year, Sen. Young said she is a senator 365 days a year. When she is not in Albany, she said she is busy working in her district of nearly 300,000 people.
Additionally, she said she receives several thousand constituent cases per year. When people reach out for help, she works to solve the problem directly or refer them to the proper resource for help.
"I try very hard to be very visible in my communities so that I'm accessible," Sen. Young said. "I certainly feel I can't represent people unless I know what is on their minds, so I'm in touch with them. The 57 days is so we can wrap up any outstanding legislative issues that need to be addressed and also pass the state budget."
Sen. Young said she also spends time with community groups, ones she calls "everyday heroes," when she is not in Albany.
"We also make sure that I'm recognizing people such as veterans, firefighters, our everyday heroes in our communities who deserve recognition," she said. "It's important that we say thank you to them for their service."


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NYPA Hosts 21st Annual Purchasing Exchange: Welcomes New Chief Diversity Officer
Paul DeMichele
June 8, 2011
WHITE PLAINS—The New York Power Authority's (NYPA) 21st Annual Purchasing Exchange for minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) will serve to launch a broadened effort to support Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's efforts to increase opportunities for such enterprises and to expand diversity throughout NYPA's operations. In addition to this critical event and in support of this renewed commitment, NYPA has hired a dynamic, experienced public servant as its new chief diversity officer to its senior management.
NYPA's Annual Purchasing Exchange, an established forum for MWBEs seeking opportunities, and companies looking to expand their access to qualified suppliers, will be held Thursday, June 9, from noon to 4 p.m. at NYPA's White Plains office at 123 Main Street.
NYPA's Purchasing Exchange is a venue for minority- and women-owned suppliers of goods and services to gather and exchange information and procurement opportunities with each other, and to pursue contract opportunities with purchasing representatives from large public and private organizations. MWBE firms attending the Purchasing Exchange specialize in supplying professional services, construction-related goods or services, or high technology goods and services.
"Over the years, NYPA's Purchasing Exchange has grown to become one of the most important events of the year in the State of New York for minority- and women-owned businesses looking for opportunities, and companies looking to expand their access to qualified suppliers," said NYPA Trustee Mark O'Luck. "As our State works to transcend the nation's economic difficulties, NYPA is proud to have a hand in ensuring that all New York's business owners benefit."
Among the nearly 40 entities planning to participate this year in the Purchasing Exchange are private corporations such as Bank of New York Mellon, Pepsi, Con Edison, National Grid and for the first time, Microsoft. Public agencies include the New York State (NYS) Department of Transportation, NYS Dormitory Authority, NYS Insurance Fund, New York City (NYC) Housing Authority, NYC Health and Hospitals, NYC School Construction Authority, Metropolitan Transit Authority and Empire State Development Corporation, along with many others.
Over 250 MWBE firms, some sending several representatives, will be attending to pursue the many opportunities available at NYPA's Purchasing Exchange.
"NYPA has a proven track record in soliciting business with minority- and women-owned firms; however, in an effort to support Governor Cuomo's efforts at the state level and to reinforce our diversity commitment, we are strengthening our efforts across all areas of NYPA operations," said Richard M. Kessel, NYPA president and chief executive officer. " To accomplish this, we have recently created and filled a new position to oversee diversity issues at NYPA holistically with the appointment of Chief Diversity Officer, Sylvia Hamer. "
Hamer comes to the Power Authority after working in numerous positions in New York State and local government including, Deputy Secretary to the Governor, Executive Director for Administration, and Chair of the Labor Management Committee for the New York State Office of the Attorney General, as well as several positions with the New York State Senate. In Westchester County, Hamer served as Coordinator for the Operation Talent Bank Program; Manager of an outplacement program for dislocated workers; and served as a Sexual Harassment Prevention Trainer for county employees. She has been honored with numerous awards, including the prestigious Henry Toll Fellowship from the Council of State Governments, and a Public Policy Fellowship from the Center for Women in Government at the Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy at the New York State University of Albany.
As the Chief Diversity Officer, Hamer will review NYPA's corporate diversity policies and procedures and direct the alignment of workforce initiatives to support the Governor's efforts. With a strong background in procurement and extensive MWBE experience, she will support and help expand NYPA's well renowned supplier diversity program.
"I'm honored to join NYPA's team and to work with dedicated professionals who consider diversity of critical importance and actively work to achieve it. I look forward to building on NYPA's success in diversity and working to position NYPA as a model for other state and corporate entities," said Hamer.
More information on NYPA's Supplier Diversity program can be found at http://www.nypa.gov/SDP/default.htm. It is not necessary for MWBEs to be certified by New York State to attend, though representatives will be available to assist those who are interested in the certification process.
NYPA operates a multimillion dollar supplier diversity program to ensure that diverse suppliers actively and successfully participate in NYPA's procurement process. NYPA's supplier diversity program is also responsible for negotiating with subcontractors, evaluating compliance for prime contracts and monitoring labor force requirements.
For New York State's fiscal year 2010-2011, NYPA awarded more than $36.5 million of its reportable expenditures to State-certified MWBE firms and will increase those efforts in support of Governor's Cuomo's initiatives to bolster supplier diversity statewide.
About NYPA:
■ The New York Power Authority uses no tax money or state credit. It finances its operations through the sale of bonds and revenues earned in large part through sales of electricity. ■ NYPA is a leader in promoting energy efficiency, new energy technologies and electric transportation initiatives. ■ It is the nation's largest state public power organization, with 17 generating facilities in various parts of New York State and more than 1,400 circuit-miles of transmission lines. ■ Approximately 80 percent of the electricity it produces is clean renewable hydropower. Its lower-cost power production and electricity purchases support hundreds of thousands of jobs throughout the state. ■For more information, www.nypa.gov.


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Converting Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres back to cropland requires proper planning. Several things need to be considered in the planning process to ensure a successful transition. These include:
Primary considerations for converting CRP to cropland are how to effectively kill existing cover, conserve soil moisture, and maintain soil quality. The recommended method for killing existing cover is to use a systemic herbicide, such as glyphosate along with other appropriate herbicides such as Dicamba or 2-4-D. It is important to manage the CRP stand to maximize herbicide uptake, and to time application to coincide with carbohydrate transfer to the root system to get a good kill. Managing CRP using measures such as haying, grazing, or shredding to stimulate new shoot growth and to minimize dormant root buds prior to applying the herbicide will improve the effectiveness of the herbicide application. Selecting herbicide resistant crops will allow for subsequent herbicide treatments to control escapes. Soil moisture conditions impact the effectiveness of the herbicide application because drought stressed plants will not absorb or translocate the herbicide. Soil moisture conditions also need to be considered in choosing whether to plant a fall or spring crop. Several factors need to be considered to decide what crop to plant on converted CRP. These include profitability, protecting or enhancing soil quality, controlling soil erosion, managing pests, and effectively using available soil water. Diverse cropping systems including small grains, warm-season row crops, broadleaf crops such as sunflowers or legumes, and maximizing high residue crops used in rotation are most effective. Consult with local Natural Resources Conservation Service staff to select a crop rotation that controls soil erosion, maintains soil quality, and works best with the tillage system utilized.
No-till is the preferred method when converting grassland to cropland to maintain benefits accrued over the last 10-to-15 years in CRP. Research has shown that there have been significant soil quality improvements in soils that have been in CRP for an extended period. No-till systems in conjunction with a diverse crop rotation, and minimal fallow periods are most effective to improve or maintain soil organic matter, aggregate stability, soil infiltration, and available water-holding capacity. These improvements result in soil that is in better condition to grow plants over the long-term. If tillage is necessary to level the field, limit it to the first year and only involve implements (harrows, blade/roller, aerator, etc.) that lightly disturb the soil surface, or sweeps that undercut vegetation leaving protective residue cover on the surface. Conventional tillage systems can destroy most of the soil quality improvements gained under CRP over the last 10-to-15 years in just the first year.
Soils that have been in long-term CRP cover can be different than soils that have been cropped regularly over the last decade. Soil tests to determine fertility should be completed before fields are returned to production allowing ample time to schedule and apply fertilizer required for planned crops. In areas where soil test phosphorus levels are low, consider applying starter fertilizer at planting. If residue levels are heavy, nitrogen may be temporarily tied up by soil micro-organisms and nitrogen rates may need to be increased by 10 percent over recommended rates to compensate. Consider use of a legume cover crop or forage crops to improve the transition to the first cash crop. Legumes fix atmospheric nitrogen and have a low C:N ratio which allows them to readily decompose remaining sod residue, provide nitrogen, and allow for an easier transition to the following crop.
Depending on the cropping system, soil erosion rates can increase significantly when HEL is cropped compared to land maintained in sod. The Conservation Compliance provisions of the Food Security Act require U.S. Department of Agriculture program participants who produce annual agricultural commodities on HEL fields to apply an approved conservation system on those fields. In addition to controlling erosion by wind and water, the conservation system applied must also control gully erosion and prevent off-site damages to be considered acceptable. Check with your local NRCS office for specific erosion estimates, and alternatives for different cropping/tillage systems.
Land enrolled in the CRP has provided many natural resource benefits. Soil erosion, soil quality, water quality, air quality, and wildlife have all been positively impacted by the establishment of grasses, legumes, trees, and shrubs. It is important to consider impacts to these resources as you decide whether and how to transition CRP acres back to crop production. Potential effects of converting CRP acres back into cropland include excessive soil erosion, reduced soil quality, loss of wildlife habitat, and degradation of water quality.
Contact your local NRCS office for assistance with planning the transition from CRP back into cropland.
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First-Year Sophia Strachan Becomes Jr. WORLD CHAMPION In Field Archery
DUBLIN, Ireland After bagging two world team champion titles and a bronze finish yesterday at the World Archery Field Championships, U.S. archers earned another three individual titles, three silver medals and a bronze medal today.
Welcome To The Columbia Archery Training Center: A Letter From Columbia Archery
I knew the day I took the helm that this was something we needed. It's not just a shooting range, it's a training facility. Having a dedicated space means we can do so much more than just shoot arrows. A lot of research and planning went into the design of the Archery Training Center...
Rio Olympics Begin Friday for Current & Former Columbians
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My Friend, no matter where I goPosted Sunday, August 21, 2011, at 4:37 PM
You know, I hope everyone has someone they can always count on. I'm lucky. I have a family who is always there for me.... no matter what I do, or where I go. I have friends who've become family over the years I've known them. I have 3 children by blood, and more than I can count that I've adopted.
Along with this, I have a sister, who's name is Sharon. I met her thru 4-H nearly 20 years ago, and we've been close the whole time. She has helped me thru some really hard times, and never made judgements. Just was there. She's done some traveling the last few months to see where I am.... and thank God for her.
She drove to the Alvord to visit with me for a few days.
Here she is letting my dogs out for a run, ...
We investigated lots of old buildings while she was there
She was a good sport when I took her thru a goopy muddy spot and her boots got pulled off by the mud!
She appreciated the character of the place, as I did
Like me, she was amazed at the Beauty every where you looked
She brought her Grandson Wyatt to visit us in Cascade. She appreciates this life, and the fact that so many kids don't get a chance to experience it.
She loves my Family....
Teaching Wyatt to ride, is like teaching another Grandson. He is nearly the age Ginny was when I started teaching her. What comes around....goes around.
As I've said...everyone has to do their share of work. Newbies get to work the gates!
But sometimes we let them have help
Taking a break from work....time to play
We take salt to the calves.... 50# bags are heavy....
checking out the salt
We decided to let them chase the truck
Bryce wanted to push the truck
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Curiosity got the best of them. They had to taste the salt. I remember doing this at about their age.
Thank you Sharon for being my chosen sister
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Thank you, Jessie, my chosen sister. You have a way of saying what I can only feel in my heart.
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Thanks Bonnie.....
Then we are even....your blogs inspire me
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Pittsburgh GM Ray Shero is still confident moving forward with Marc-Andre Fleury.
Anze Kopitar (illness) feels ready to return Wednesday.
St. Louis will stick with Carter Hutton between the pipes when the team hosts Ottawa on Tuesday night.
Nashville has claimed Brad Hunt off waivers from St. Louis.
Ondrej Pavelec has been called up by the Winnipeg Jets.
In only his second start of the season and 17th of his career, Jujhar Khaira scored his first career goal in a 3-1 win over the Coyotes Monday night.
T.J. Oshie scored a goal and added two assists in the Washington Capitals' 8-7 overtime loss to the Penguins in Pittsburgh Monday night.
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Skip to comments.ADP: Only 119K private-sector jobs added in April
Posted on 05/01/2013 6:35:31 AM PDT by SeekAndFind
Just before the ADP employment report was released this morning, I asked Business Insider's Joseph Weisenthal to give me his prediction — a rather unfair request in retrospect, since the report was due in 2 minutes at that point. He graciously offered his prediction anyway:
@edmorrissey Hrm. I'll go weak. 120K vs. expectations of 150k.
— Joseph Weisenthal (@TheStalwart) May 1, 2013
As it turns out, Joe was almost exactly correct:
Private sector employment increased by 119,000 jobs from March to April, according to the April ADP National Employment Report® , which is produced by ADP®, a leading provider of human capital management solutions, in collaboration with Moodys Analytics. The report, which is derived from ADPs actual payroll data, measures the change in total nonfarm private employment each month on a seasonally-adjusted basis. The March report, which reported job gains of 158,000, was revised downward to 131,000 jobs.
Goods-producing employment rose by 6,000 jobs in April, its slowest pace of growth in seven months. Though it accounted for most of the weakness in goods production job growth in March, construction growth picked up in April and the industry added 15,000 jobs over the month. Meanwhile, manufacturers shed 10,000 jobs in Aprilthe first decline in three months and the largest since September 2012.
Service-providing jobs increased by 113,000, the weakest pace of growth in seven months.
Among the service industries reported by the ADP National Employment Report,
trade/transportation/utilities had the largest gain with 29,000 jobs added over the month. Professional/business services followed, adding 20,000 jobs, and financial activities added 7,000 jobs.
Normally we put the ADP results through the 60-80% rinse cycle, but they actually missed last month even with that in mind. Their sharp downward revision to the March numbers still puts their estimate far above the BLS figure of 88K in March.
Applying the 60-80% filter to ADP's new numbers, that would give us a projected figure for the BLS jobs report due Friday at somewhere between 71,000 and 95,0000. That is an ugly, ugly range — at the low end, only half of what is needed just to keep up with population growth. And "ugly" is exactly the word CNBC uses in its headline:
Economists surveyed by Reuters expected the ADP report to show the private sector created 150,000 jobs in April, down from 158,000 in March.
"Nearly every industry has seen slower growth since the beginning of the year," Moody's economist Mark Zandi said on CNBC. "Smaller businesses are experiencing much weaker growth."
Joe Weisenthal points out that manufacturing actually retreated:
The number is out and it's weak. Analysts were looking for 150K new private sector jobs. …
This chart from the report is particularly interesting. According to ADP, manufacturing actually lost jobs!
Expect pessimism in the markets today, although most of this was probably already suspected. Even the higher expectation of 150K from ADP was a stagnation-level prediction. The BLS report is going to come in well short of that on Friday. Tomorrow, we should have Gallup's data, and can start framing expectations of the official jobs report, and perhaps more importantly, predict whether the workforce numbers are still eroding past 34-year lows.
I'm guessing sociology, counseling and art appreciation.
119K is what fits in 2 NCAA Div 1 Football Stadiums on ANY given Fall Saturday.
...for the ENTIRE country!
In before "Unexpectedly?"
That a normal Saturday afternoon at The Big House in Ann Arbor.
You're close. It's actually gender studies, pot appreciation and climate change.
Is that what sane people call "bitter womens' studies?"
As long as stock brokers can buy and sell stocks to each other, getting commissions for every transaction, and having Bernanke buying U.S. debt to the tune of 85 billion every month and giving away free money, Wall St. will be happy to cash their checks from this phony "recovery."
I'm guessing engineering, physics, computer science.
Poor guy should have gotten an H-1B to go with the PhD...
I see her problem immediately ... she's stupid enough to tell prospective employers that she spent $96,000 to acquire a degree studying the most useless crap in academia. What employer would want someone on their payroll that stupid?
Navel gazers unite!
The headline in wide use standing alone and as a part of other financial news headlines:
ADP Jobs Numbers Disappoint
So if the private sector opened up 119,000 jobs, how many were new jobs and how many were refilling old jobs that people quit or were fired? And of those that were actually new jobs, I am curious how many people quit looking for jobs? How come they never quote job claims expiration figures?
Statistics lie, and liars use statistics.
I prefer the socially conscious "Dyslexics Untie" battle cry.
This news is being buried in the Main Stream Media. 119,000 is 2380 average per state, not a positive sign for the economy.
Not necessarily. Hordes of foreigners are coming into the country and accepting measly pay for jobs in science and technology. One of our sons had to settle for years of low-paying post doc grant funded jobs, and he has a doctorate in toxicology. Everybody is having trouble finding work in Obama's socialist utopia.
I empathize for your son's situation. Yet I still maintain a marketable education is one that is desired amongst the capitalistic movers and shakers of this economy.
Granted, a PHD in toxicology on its face seems marketable, but where? In what context? You have to admit, Obama-sympathized or controlled media certainly does their own specious science - perhaps some of what they misinform the masses about includes toxicology....
Science and truth doesn't matter to them. Only goals - their goals. And those goals aren't remotely related to "science".....I give you Global Warming or only a few of the CDC's ideologically biased "studies" as an example.
I'm not sure how much education means in our current economic situation. The people who are finding jobs are those with work experience, and particularly, those who know how to do something, as opposed to just knowing something.
People who are experienced and know how to cut hair, repair things, operate complex machinery, for example, will always be in demand. Considering our slide into socialism, they may have to participate in the underground economy to make a living, but their skills will always be in demand.
People who are educated, but not skilled are the ones who are going to be in trouble when everything falls apart.
BTW, our son has a good job now with a company supplying research material for pharmaceutical companies (not that I really understand what he does), but who knows what will happen when Obamacare is fully implemented? I can't believe people in this country are giving up the best medical care in the world for 3rd world socialized medicine.
Ha, if he did vote for Obama, I'm going to smack him the next time I see him!
No, he didn't. :-)
I am glad your son found a job that is meaningful and applicable to his discipline.
Also, before I retired 15 months ago, I ran an engineering division of about 34-35 engineers. All masters and PhD educated. The last PhD I hired out of school with no work experience took the offer at $90K+ The lowest salary I had for any of my people was in the $65-70K range - fresh out of school.
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enjoying the sunny weather. RaeAnn Tucker-Marshall, Director of Public
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Your order is first taken in by Heather and Douglas- these two practiced order processors translate your 'language heavy' Order Notification into a series of short phrased descriptions and codes. These descriptions and codes are written in forms unique to each of our craftsmen.
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As the orders are pending review by the craftsmen, they undergo peer checking by Sean. With the eye of a hawk, Sean compares each document (order notification, invoice, purchase order) associated with your order. Sean's trained mind can decipher the differing languages in these documents and assure they all are saying the same thing.
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Elder Tain Joseph (T.J.) Curtis has been called to serve as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Charleston, West Virginia Mission.
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He will report to the Missionary Training Center on Aug. 31.
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KENNEBUNK, Maine – Charles A. "Charly" Lepisto, 39, of Kennebunk, Maine, died unexpectedly of an accidental drug overdose on Jan. 20, 2013.
He was born in Laurium Jan. 10, 1974, to Russell and Sharon "Duffy" Lepisto of Bootjack. He graduated from Lake Linden-Hubbell High School, Class of 1992.
Charly lived and worked in the Portland, Ore./Vancouver, Wash. area, Savannah, Ga., and for the past five years lived in Arundel and Kennebunk, Maine.
Preceding him in death were his paternal grandparents, Art and Esther Lepisto; his maternal grandparents, George and Luva Wilson.
Surviving are his parents, Russ and Sharon Lepisto of Bootjack; his daughter, Savannah Lepisto of Arundel, Maine; two brothers, Jay (Wendy) of Vancouver, Wash. and Michael (Liz) of Kennebunk, Maine; two sisters, Jodi (Tommy) Hatcher of Nashville, Tenn. and Molly (Tom) Kujala of Iron Mountain; his ex-wife, Gillian Riley Lepisto of Arundel, Maine; nieces and nephews, Alexa, Mason, Carter and Cassidy Lepisto, Noah Lepisto, Moses and Luva Hatcher, Zachary, Tucker, Max and Sawyer Kujala, Ryzen Mickeriz; two great-nieces, Alana and Ava Barnett-Lepisto; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Cremation has taken place in Maine and a memorial service will be held in Bootjack in the spring, date to be announced.
An account for memorials has been established at Superior National Bank in Charly's daughter's name, Savannah Georgia Lepisto. If you have questions, please contact Chris Gariepy in the Trust Department.
We'd love to hear one more "Hi, Mom" or "How's it going, Dad" but instead we rest assured that Charly was not alone in his final struggle and rejoice in the peace he received as God welcomed him home.
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Six types of phthalates are currently banned for use in children's toys and certain child care articles in the amounts described on this page. An example of a product that may have phthalates is a product like a children's rubber duck – the flexible plastic feel may be from the use of phthalates in the manufacturing process. This page provides information for businesses seeking guidance on how to comply with the federal consumer product safety rules on phthalates.
Children's Product-Specific FAQs
Phthalates are chemical plasticizers that are often used in the production of many types of plastics. Phthalates most often, but not always, are used to make plastics softer and/or more pliable.
Congress has permanently banned three types of phthalates: DEHP, DBP, and BBP[1] in any amount greater than 0.1 percent (computed for each phthalate individually) in: (1) children's toys, and (2) any child care article that is designed or intended by the manufacturer to facilitate sleep or the feeding of children age 3 and younger, or to help children age 3 and younger with sucking or teething.
Note that the "interim banned" phthalates limits apply to children's toys that can be placed in a child's mouth whereas the permanent ban applies to any children's toy. A discussion of the definitions of children's toys and child care articles is covered below. This document refers to both bans as the "ban on phthalates." Congress also directed the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or the Commission) to convene a chronic hazard advisory panel (CHAP) on phthalates, which is discussed in more detail below.
The law that makes children's toys and certain child care articles subject to the ban on certain phthalates can be found in section 108 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA) (pdf), Pub. L. No. 110-314, 122 Stat. 3016 (August 14, 2008). Additional requirements on the ban on phthalates were added in section 5 of Public Law No. 112-28 (August 12, 2011), which amended the CPSIA.
The CPSIA has permanently banned DEHP, DBP, and BBP, while DINP, DIDP and DnOP are banned on an interim basis. However, an unbanned phthalate or an alternative plasticizer that is not one of the above banned phthalates may be used in a children's toy or child care article. During the CHAP's Congressionally mandated study of phthalates, an assessment of the interim banned phthalates (DINP, DIDP and DnOP) was conducted, as well as an assessment of the full range of other phthalates and phthalate alternatives for potential health effects.
Manufacturers are still responsible for ensuring that children's products are not considered "hazardous" under the general requirements of the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA). It is the manufacturer's obligation to ensure that any alternative plasticizer that is used be adequately tested such that the manufacturer is confident it does not pose a risk of injury under normal use or reasonably foreseeable misuse. Children's products that are hazardous or contain a hazardous substance are automatically banned. The Commission has issued chronic hazard guidelines to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of the FHSA.
Covered child care articles are those which are designed or intended by the manufacturer for a child age three years old or younger to facilitate sleeping or feeding or to help the child in sucking or teething. The definition was provided by Congress in the CPSIA and, at this time, the Commission has not issued further interpretive guidance.
However, the staff has interpreted items such as children's sleepwear, infant and toddler bottles, sippy cups, utensils, bibs, pacifiers, and teethers to be child care articles covered by the ban on phthalates. The staff determinations have not been approved by the Commission and the Commission may review and/or supersede the staff guidance and determinations.
For purposes of the ban on phthalates, a "children's toy" is a "consumer product designed or intended by the manufacturer for a child 12 years of age or younger for use by the child when the child plays."
Any determination as to whether a particular product is designed or intended for use by a child 12 years of age or younger during play will be made after consideration of the following factors:
In addition, as part of the staff's proposed approach, the CPSC staff looks to the definition of "children's toy" in the ASTM F963 children's toy safety standard for guidance. The CPSIA made ASTM F963 a mandatory CPSC standard on February 10, 2009. ASTM F963 excludes certain types of children's toys. For further guidance on the types of children's toys that are covered by the ban on phthalates, you may review the Commission's draft guidance (pdf).
Congress has stated that a "children's toy" means a consumer product designed or intended by the manufacturer for a child 12 years of age or younger for use by the child when the child plays.
A children's toy can be placed in a child's mouth if any part of the children's toy can actually be brought to the mouth and kept in the mouth by a child so that it can be sucked and chewed. If the children's product can only be licked, it is not regarded as able to be placed in the mouth. If a children's toy or part of a children's toy in one dimension is smaller than 5 centimeters, it can be placed in the mouth. At present, the Commission has not issued any additional information on interpreting these definitions. The definitions provided in the statute are found in section 108(e) of the CPSIA. For further guidance on the types of children's toys that can be placed in a child's mouth, you may review the Commission's draft guidance (pdf).
No. Inaccessible component parts are excluded from the ban on phthalates. Presently, a component part is not accessible if that part is not physically exposed by reason of a sealed covering or casing and does not become physically exposed through reasonably foreseeable use and abuse of the product. (Reasonably foreseeable use and abuse of the product includes swallowing, mouthing, breaking, or other children's activities, and the aging of the product.) The Commission has issued guidance on how to interpret "inaccessibility" found at 16 CFR 1199. For future updates on this issue and other regulatory issues that may affect you, it is recommended that you sign up for the CPSC Regulatory Updates email list.
No. The Commission has stated that it is unnecessary to test and certify materials that are known not to contain phthalates or to certify that phthalates are absent from materials that are known not to contain phthalates.
The following materials do not require testing for compliance with the ban on phthalates, provided that they have not been treated or adulterated by a substance that may contain phthalates:
Additional examples of materials that do not require testing and certification include paper products (paper, paperboard, linerboard and medium, and pulp). See the Commission's Notice of Requirements (footnote 2) and the Commission's draft guidance (pdf).
Yes, provided that certain conditions are satisfied. First, not all children's products are required to be tested for phthalates. The Commission has issued a statement of policy (pdf) on the testing of component parts with respect to the ban on phthalates which provides guidance on what types of materials used in a children's product must be tested.
Second, the Commission has issued a rule regarding testing component parts. To the extent that a children's product is required to be third party tested for phthalates, you can rely upon the test results or a certification from a component part supplier if the requirements in our regulation at 16 CFR part 1109 are met. That rule requires that in order to rely upon test results or a certification from a supplier, you must use due care to ensure that the tests results or the certificate is valid, and be given access to the underlying documentation, such as test results and attestations regarding how the testing was conducted and by whom. Generally, certifications of a component part must satisfy the requirement for a children's product certificate, and must be based on the results of testing from a laboratory whose accreditation has been accepted by the CPSC.
More information is available about component part testing
If you are a manufacturer, importer, or private labeler of children's toys and certain child care articles, you must comply with the ban on phthalates.
Third Party Testing:
If you are a manufacturer, importer, or private labeler of children's toys and certain child care articles, you must test your products at a CPSC-accepted Laboratory for compliance with the ban on phthalates. As explained more fully below, third party testing is required for all plasticized component parts in a children's toy or child care article and is not required for certain materials known not to contain phthalates. Third party testing is also not required for inaccessible component parts of a children's toy or child care article.
After a product is tested for compliance with the ban on phthalates, the manufacturer, private labeler, or importer must issue a Children's Product Certificate in which it certifies that the children's toy or child care article complies with the ban on phthalates. Other details of testing and certification requirements are contained in the "notice of requirements" (pdf).
All children's toys intended or designed primarily for children 12 years of age and younger must be subjected to third party testing for the three permanently banned phthalates (DEHP, DBP, and BBP) by a CPSC accepted laboratory.
Children's toys intended or designed primarily for children 12 years of age and younger that can be placed in a child's mouth must also be subjected to third party testing for the three interim banned phthalates (DINP, DIDP, and DnOP) by a CPSC accepted laboratory.
Child care articles intended or designed primarily for children 3 years of age and younger must be subjected to third party testing by a CPSC accepted laboratory.
The manufacturer, importer, or private labeler must issue a written certification based on the results of the third party testing, as described further here: www.cpsc.gov/CPC.
The two test methods currently approved by the Commission are:
The National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) is working on a certified reference material containing a specified amount of phthalates in polyvinyl chloride (PVC). For liquid standards, there are many reputable dealers offering either phthalates in bulk, or phthalates in solvent.
A failed test could indicate contamination from a number of sources and requires a thorough assessment of the manufacturing and shipping processes. For example, contamination could arise from recycled plastics, poorly cleaned manufacturing equipment, or even alternative plasticizers that contain trace amounts of the prohibited phthalates.
It is possible that the test is a false positive. Testing lab errors could arise from confusion over plasticizer identification. Operators are reminded that test method CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 calls for an extensive qualitative identification; this should include a retention time match and a mass spectrum match with a known standard material.
DINP and DIDP each have multiple formulations and chemical abstract service (CAS) numbers. Which ones are regulated?
Section 108 of the CPSIA does not distinguish between different formulations or CAS numbers. Therefore, all formulations of DINP and DIDP fall under the interim ban for mouthable children's products and child care articles. For testing purposes, laboratories should quantify DINP and DIDP with the appropriate formulation. The chromatographic results for the different compound formulations are distinct and should be identifiable by trained personnel.
Congress required the CPSC to convene a phthalates chronic hazard advisory panel (CHAP) composed of scientific experts to study the health effects of the three interim banned phthalates in addition to similar phthalates alternatives. The CHAP examined the possible health effects of phthalates as they act on the body individually and in combination with one another. A copy of the CHAP's final report and CPSC staff's executive summary is available here http://www.cpsc.gov//PageFiles/169902/CHAP-REPORT-With-Appendices.pdf.
The Commission must issue a final rule, based on the CHAP's report, to determine whether to continue the ban of the three interim banned phthalates in addition to any phthalates alternatives examined by the CHAP. The Commission has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPR) as directed by Congress in the CPSIA that would establish a new regulation on the use of specified phthalates in children's toys and child care articles. More information about the status of this rulemaking is available here.
The Commission staff has proposed the addition of certain phthalates to the list of the phthalate prohibitions. As of June 2015, the Commission is still analyzing the staff's proposal. Subscribe for e-mail updates to be informed if and when the Commission takes further action.
Packaging is generally not intended for use by children when they play, given that most packaging is discarded and is not used or played with as a children's toy or child care article. However, if the packaging is intended to be reused, or used in conjunction with a child care article or with a children's toy while playing, such as a heavy gauge reusable bag used to hold blocks, it would be subject to the ban on phthalates.
Shoes and socks are not considered to be children's toys or child care articles. See the Office of the General Counsel advisory opinion.
Children's pool toys, beach balls, blow up rafts, and inner tubes designed or intended for children 12 years of age or younger would be considered children's toys. Those objects are used by children when playing in a swimming pool or at the beach. Therefore, they would be required to comply with the ban on phthalates.
Yes. If a cosmetic material is included in a children's toy set it is required to meet the requirements of the ban on phthalates. However, cosmetics in general when not packaged with a children's toy are not covered by the ban on phthalates and fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The category of products known as "sporting goods" can include children's toys, but not all sporting goods are children's toys. Indeed, the mandatory ASTM F963children's toy safety standard does not define sporting goods equipment to be a children's toy unless the product is a children's toy version of sporting goods equipment.
However, "children's toy" in section 108 of the CPSIA is defined broadly as a "consumer product designed or intended by the manufacturer for a child 12 years of age or younger for use by the child when the child plays." Therefore, any determination as to whether a particular sporting goods product would be a children's toy as defined under section 108, and therefore, subject to the ban on phthalates, would be made on a case by case basis after consideration of the following factors:
The Commission adopts the same guidance with respect to inaccessibility for the phthalates that was adopted by the Commission with regard to accessibility of lead, however, vinyl (or other plasticized material) covered mattresses/sleep surfaces, that contain phthalates that are designed or intended by the manufacturer to facilitate sleep of children age 3 and younger, are considered accessible and would not be considered inaccessible through the use of fabric coverings, including sheets and mattress pads.
Unless otherwise noted, all policy guidance provided here is in effect regardless of the date or title of the relevant documents.
For more information on the requirements for phthalates, contact the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission:
Page last updated July 7, 2015.
1di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP), or benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP).2diisononyl phthalate (DINP), diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP), or di-n-octyl phthalate (DnOP)
This communication has been prepared for general informational purposes only and is based upon the facts and information presented. This communication does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice and has not been reviewed or approved by the Commission, and does not necessarily represent their views. Any views expressed in this communication may be changed or superseded by the Commission.
CPSC has convened a chronic hazard advisory panel (CHAP) to study on the effects of phthalates on humans.
View CHAP Meetings and Reports
View Final Report of the CHAP on Phthalates and Phthalate Substitutes
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Intel Corp. this week reported its fifth consequitive quarter of record revenue in a row with sales reaching about $13 billion. But as the company's financial results improve alongside with shipments of its microprocessors for desktops, laptops and servers, sales of Atom chips designed for netbooks continue to decline.
On a non-GAAP basis, Intel's revenue was $13.1 billion, operating income was $4.2 billion, net income was $3.2 billion, and EPS was $0.59. On a GAAP basis, the company reported second-quarter revenue of $13.0 billion, operating income of $3.9 billion, net income of $3.0 billion, and EPS of $0.54. The company generated approximately $4.0 billion in cash from operations, paid cash dividends of $961 million, and used $2.0 billion to repurchase 93 million shares of common stock.
Intel's PC client group, which sells processors for desktops and notebooks, revenue were up 11% year-over-year (YoY) in Q2 of FY2011. According to Intel, around 66% of the PC client microprocessor product mix are Core i-series microprocessors, including the latest Sandy Bridge chips.
"At this point in the year, we believe the PC unit growth will be around 8% - 10%, down a bit from our earlier view, but above that in revenue as enterprise PC purchases continue to drive a very rich mix," said Paul Otellini, chief executive officer of Intel, during a conference call with financial analysts.
The data center group's earnings were up 15% year-over-year as sales of microprocessors like Intel Xeon, Intel Itanium and supporting logic continue to increase. In particular, Intel claims that the demand for the latest ten-core Xeon "Westmere-EX" chips launched in April is "healthy". Microprocessor unit shipments for storage applications set a record and were up 38% from a year ago. The cloud segment was up 50% in 1H 2011 vs. the 1H 2010, Intel said. Sales of DCG topped $2 billion mark, according to Intel.
Other Intel architecture group revenue was up 84% year-over-year, including embedded & communications group revenue up 25% year-over-year. Intel shipped over one million units of Atom processors into embedded applications (including medical imaging, print imaging, communications and industrial applications), which is an increase of 76% YoY. NAND business was also up 15% annually.
What is noteworthy is that Intel Atom microprocessor and chipset revenue of $352 million was down 15% year-over-year. Even despite of record shipments into the embedded segment and beginning of shipments into ultra-mobile tablet segment, sales of Atom platform were down. Naturally, this means that shipments of netbooks are beginning to decrease as the devices lose their appeal for consumers because slates are gaining acceptance.


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If you've made the decision to adopt a canine companion, you'll need to do some research to help find the right dog for you and your family. Adopting a dog is an excellent way to help a canine in need while also bringing in a fun and loving new member of the family. Those who are adopting for the first time may be wondering how to go about the process, so here are some tips for your first dog adoption.
Finding an adoption center
Picking out an adoption center can be a challenging experience, but luckily the internet is here to help. Most urban areas have nearby dog adoption facilities, and those living outside of cities should be able to find one in your area. If you have friends who have had a successful experience adopting a dog, ask them which center they used, and consider paying a visit to the same place.
You may also want to look into pet fostering opportunities. Many people choose to foster pets until they can find full-time owners. There are many websites, like PetFinder.com, that help connect foster parents with potential owners.
Interacting with the canines
When you visit a pet adoption facility, you'll likely have an opportunity to meet a few canines that could be a good match for you and your family. Remember that dogs living in shelters can often be frightened or timid, so you need to be extra cautious. Don't write off shyness or fear as dog aggression. Instead, try to introduce yourself slowly to the dog you're interacting with, giving him plenty of time to sniff your hand and acclimate to your presence. If the dog isn't interacting well, it may be time to ask to see a different canine.
Speaking with a vet
Before you adopt your dog, you'll want to speak to a veterinary expert about any potential pet health problems you may encounter with a new, adopted dog. Knowing kennel cough symptoms and other illnesses dogs may pick up in a shelter setting will help you make sure your new canine is healthy when he first comes home with you.
You'll also want to ask the adoption agency or foster parent about the dog's medical history. If your dog does have health issues, you'll need to know about them early on, so you can take measures for regular treatment if necessary.


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This document is the proceedings - PJM Symposium on Demand Response I, held on May 9-10, 2007 in Alexandria, VA.
The Symposium involved fifteen small-group discussions. Participants were assigned to the small groups to achieve a cross section of stakeholder perspectives from across the PJM region. For the majority of the Symposium, each small group discussed the same topics and addressed the same focus questions.
The topics and focus questions were:
1. Importance or Value of DR in PJM Region
− What are the primary reasons why DR is important for electric system planning and operations and customers in the PJM region?
2. DR Experiences and "Lessons Learned"
− What are the significant lessons learned about what does and does not work with existing DR in the PJM region and elsewhere?
3. Top Priority DR Opportunities for PJM What are the best DR opportunities
− for the PJM region over the short, medium, and longer term to realize the benefits and fulfill the value proposition for using DR in electric system planning, operations, and customer support? Actions for Addressing the Top Priority
4. DR Opportunities What are the most important actions
− that need to be implemented for the top priority DR opportunities to be brought to fruition?


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Public Utilities engineer explains utilities pricing
NEW ULM Representatives of the New Ulm Public Utilities (NUPU) received tough grilling Tuesday from New Ulm's major commercial and industrial businesses while they outlined their ongoing efforts to stabilize and reduce New Ulm's utility costs at the New Ulm Chamber of Commerce's "Hot Topics" breakfast.
NUPU Engineer Pat Wrase led the presentation, outlining how NUPU provides services for electricity, natural gas, water and wastewater for its customers. More specifically, he said the NUPU has 7,036 electrical customers, including 53 large commercial and 9 industrial customers.
Wrase said NUPU current utilities pricing is due to the decision of the Long-Term Power Committee, which was formed in 2005 to address highly fluctuating and expensive utility prices from NUPU purchasing most of its power on the open market. He said the response was a 20-year contract with Heartland Consumer Power District for energy prices that were much less expensive at the time, locking in a stable price that was lower than high-market price months but sometimes higher than the few low-market price months.
At this time, Heartland accounts for 69 percent of NUPU's power, with purchase in the MISO Market for excess energy needs accounting for 26 percent, Internal Generation from NUPU accounting for 4 percent and WAPA Supply energy accounting for 1 percent.
Wrase explained that there were several factors that have gone into making NUPU having moderate to high utilities rates compared to other regional cities, and that there is hope for reduced, competitive pricing in the future.
He said there are several utility pricing factors that may have occurred due to New Ulm's big businesses not being aware of certain situations. He said the large commercial and industrial customers had their infrastructure built to handle their highest possible power demands, so the rates were based around higher power usage. He said customers in these classes using power at less than 50 percent of their load capacity would actually experience worse rates than those running near full capacity, where they could shave a few cents off their per kilowatt hour prices. In addressing a question, Wrase explained that customers that made serious energy efficient improvements to gain NUPU's lower rate offerings but ended up with higher bills had been bumped down into a lower customer category, where there comparatively high load was not as competitively priced. He said these customers simply had to contact the NUPU about their situation, since the City of New Ulm had authorized allowing these customers to be priced at the higher customer class with the reduced rate benefits.
Wrase addressed the larger-scale issue that the NUPU rates were down from the high price experienced during the market volatility purchases in 2006. Comparatively, industrial customers paid 0.10266 per kilowatt hour in April of 2006 compared to 0.07262 per kilowatt hour in April of 2012. For the same months, large commercial customers paid 0.12459 per kilowatt hour in 2006 compared to 0.09042 per kilowatt hour in 2012.
However, he said NUPU remained higher compared to similar utilities in the region because Heartland had an unplanned rate increase of 14 percent in 2011 and 10 percent in 2012. He said Heartland had shown NUPU only a few percent rate increase for those years when it had signed up. He said the higher increase was due to Heartland building new facilities prior to the recession to attract more customers, letting it maintain or lower its rates. However, the recession had dropped the bottom out of the electric market and prevented the new customers from joining, resulting in a one-time debt service cost for Heartland in those years. He said the current rebound of the market will bring in those expected customers and have those facilities pay off for Heartland, meaning NUPU could have increasing competitive or reduced rates into the next few years as originally planned. He said Heartland has as 0 percent increase for 2013 and only a 4 percent increase for 2014.
An Owatonna-sponsored rate study of southern Minnesota utilities showed NUPU in the middle of the pack with commercial customers and the highest of the survey in industrial customers, at roughly 10 percent above the average. In a NUPU study of comparative Heartland customers within 35 miles, New Ulm rated better than almost all customers except for ones capable of buying a higher amount of energy from WAPA, which New Ulm does not have to capacity to do.
Wrase also mentioned that New Ulm had consistently had very competitive gas and water rates, though he said these rates can be highly variable depending on how a city has access to them.
Finally, Wrase also noted New Ulm was not able to put occasional excess funds towards reducing rates for a year because it put a substantial amount towards reserves and improvements in its redundant electrical infrastructure, which is somewhat more expense but only averages 9 minutes without power during power failures compared to hours or days in other major cities.
Josh Moniz can be e-mailed at email@example.com.