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LAS CRUCES, N.M. - After hours of discussion, Tuesday, the Las Cruces Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change for the Las Cruce Country Club property.
Developers want to build a medical plaza on the property called Park Ridge. They are also proposing shopping, apartments and offices.
There was a large turnout at the 6 p.m. meeting as residents who live near the property are very concerned about the project.
"I like the sound of golf balls on my window better than helicopters flying overhead," said Murray Potter, a country club resident.
"The development can only help the value our homes. Our home values are depreciating right now," said Sharon White, another country club resident.
Some residents are concerned about the noise and traffic the project could bring. Others think it would be nice to see the barren property turned into something useful.
The commission approved a zoning change for a little more than 30 acres of the property by a 3-2 vote. This is the part of the property where developers want to build the medical center with a small hospital and assisted living facility.
Almost 20 residents spoke out at the meeting Tuesday.
"There will be a lot of traffic coming through what is now a nice quiet neighborhood," Potter said.
"To have medical services so close would be great. Right now to get medical care we have to go to Memorial Medical or the other hospital," White said.
The developers have a contract to purchase the 110-acre property contingent on getting the zone changes approved for the entire project.
The developers still need to submit other proposals for the rest of the project.


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SSB Installation
I am here to take on any questions that one may have on their Marine SSB installations. Our project is to help other cruisers with carefree and effective SSB comunication questions, installations and problems. It seems that when it comes to SSB installations there is a lot of confusion.
Have a question? I'll try and help, Carl
I'll bite.
1) What is the difference between SSB & HAM? Can one use a HAM radio on a boat...they seem to be much cheaper than the equipment for a true Marine SSB
Outside of that, and a little operating differences, the theory is the same.
Great answer Windward54.
Now, on to the next question:
2) If one were to install a Marine SSB (one of those nice ICOM units) - what is absolutely required and what equipment is optional or nice to have? Is an insulated backstay antenna required? I have heartburn cutting the rigging...and I have a true split backstay (not a Y).
What other options are there for antenna installs...is this thing viable:
Here is a simple, and proven easy way to get you up and running without all the hassle: A lot of sailors have bought their SSB HF radios on E-Bay, look there. If not there are less expensive ones than the Icom M802's. The 802 is thye best, but there are a number of other models and brands that also do just fine. If you do not want to cut your backstay and put in insulators, then get yourself a "GAM clip on the backstay" antenna, they work just fine. As for all the hype and confusion on the copper foil, bronze Dynaplate, copper mesh, etc, go to KISS-SSB and check out the simple KISS-SSB free standing ground plane system,and the installation diagram, it truly works very well. To put it all in perspective, Icom IC-710 radio $1,550.0, Icom At-130 tuner - $430.00, GAM clip-on antenna - $450.00, KISS-SSB ground plane system $130.00 It all adds up to - $2,560.00. This is one of the least expensive ways to go, that still gives you a great signal. Plus can all be installed by most anyone in a day and is the most simple. Hope that helps, Carl
Usually the equipment is a transceiver, tuner and antenna. Nice to have is a Pactor modem if you want to do email over the air from your boat. I too have a split backstay. I used the Gam antenna and it worked fine. I had a problem with the feed line so I'm going to a backstay antenna. If your lower leg of your backstay is longer than 20 feet, then it should be ok. I'm personally removing the split and going with two separate lines. Bottom line is most of the mast support is done by the forestay and shrouds. As long as you inspect your backstay, it should be fine strengthwise.
If you don't want to do these options, you can use a whip antenna.
Hi Carl. I am refitting my 42 Tayana, and I am almost up to installing the components that were all boxed up by the original owner. Last week in all the stuff, we found an ICOM M600! I have no manual, or wiring diagram for the unit, would you like to give us a hand? What is your opinion of this unit? Thanks. Brian.
By the way, the prices Carl mentioned above were for all-new components. It's perfectly possible to come up with complete marine SSB system components (used) for under $1,000, as many of my clients have found. For example, you can get a good marine radio for $500-600 (like the M600 or M700 or the excellent TKM-707), and add a tuner for $200-350 more.
An excellent way to go with the antenna for many boats is with an "alternative backstay" made of insulated stainless lifeline, and carried from mast top to one side of the pushpit. I've installed many of these, and have one on my own boat which is nearly 20 years old. Works every bit as well as an insulated backstay, and doesn't require cutting your backstay.
Carl and I also seem to agree about RF grounds, i.e., the traditional Dynaplate and copper foil solutions are unnecessary. There are other -- and perhaps better -- ways, including his own KISS-SSB radials product mentioned above. Alternatively, you can fashion your own, depending on your boat and your circumstances.
Bottom line: there's little reason not to have an SSB aboard if you intend any serious cruising. If you're talented, experienced, and inclined, you can do-it-yourself. Or, for many sailors, you'd be better advised to engage or work with an electronics/communications professional who could save you money and help you avoid the many pot holes out there while you're earning your SSB legs :-)
Captain Blue: the M600 is a very nice radio. I even have one here for sale, fully programmed and tested for both marine and ham. Really like its small footprint and good performance.
Hi Brian. You can google up the manual very easily. The M600 is the European model, but that does not matter at all. It still is a great 1.5 to 29mhz High Frequency SSB 150 watt transciever. It installs just like any of the new Icoms or other brands of SSB, it just does not have the removable faceplate. The recommended tuner for it is the Icom AT-120 which could be hard to get now. If you can not find it look up the SGC-Smart Tuner, that will work just fine for it. As for the installation print off the online manual.
Also, why is a tuner required in addition to the transceiver unit
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jour heure comes, once again, from Delaware, where Christine O'Donnell today questioned the constitutional basis of secular government:
"Where in the Constitution is separation of church and state?" O'Donnell asked while Democrat Chris Coons, an attorney, sat a few feet away.
Coons responded that O'Donnell's question "reveals her fundamental misunderstanding of what our Constitution is. ... The First Amendment establishes a separation."
She interrupted to say, "The First Amendment does? ... So you're telling me that the separation of church and state, the phrase 'separation of church and state,' is in the First Amendment?"
Her campaign issued a statement later saying O'Donnell "was not questioning the concept of separation of church and state as subsequently established by the courts. She simply made the point that the phrase appears nowhere in the Constitution."
OK, two things. First, why does anyone still care what Christine O'Donnell says? She's a carnival sideshow who's eleven points behind in the polls and will disappear from public view in a couple of weeks. Can't we all stop obsessing over her now instead of waiting until November 2nd?
Second, isn't it common knowledge that social conservatives have questioned the modern doctrine of separation of church and state for decades? They write books about it, they give talks about it, they write law review articles about it, they blog about it, and they denounce it from the pulpit. The fact that it's news in any way is less a reflection on O'Donnell than it is on the fact that the mainstream media still doesn't do much serious reporting about social conservatives. If they did, this wouldn't have been even remotely newsworthy.
UPDATE: I still think that breathless reporting on Christine O'Donnell's every gaffe is dumb, but I see via comments that the AP dispatch above doesn't quite give the flavor of what she really said. She did question whether the phrase "separation of church and state" is in the constitution, which is a standard social conservative talking point, but a few seconds later she had this exchange (at about the 7:00 mark):
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O'Donnell: [dubiously] That's in the First Amendment?
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In 2001, the Asian species of Soybean Rust was observed for the first time in South America, notably in Brazil and Paraguay. Known for its rapid, windborne spread, the discovery and impact of Soybean Rust in South America has alarmed the U.S. soybean industry, which generates approximately $13 billion annually. Soybean Rust has long been noted as a serious fungal leaf disease of soybean in Asia, Africa, and Australia, with yield losses reported from 10 to 80 percent. In 1994, the disease was observed on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. While the disease is yet to appear in the continental U.S., plant pathologists with the American Phytopathological Society (APS) say the possibility of this disease occurring and creating substantial yield loss in the United States is very real.
According to Gary Peterson of the USDA Agricultural Research Service, the appearance of the disease in South America was a "wake-up call" that we need to be prepared for the potential entry of this disease into the U.S. "This disease can cause significant yield losses and fungicide control measures can be costly," Peterson said. "If Soybean Rust is found in the U.S., we must to be prepared to make rapid decisions and take effective actions based the available science. Early detection could be critical to the overall cost of control, so public awareness is important," he said.
The current knowledge and disease management tools for Soybean Rust will be the focus of a symposium at the APS Annual Meeting in Charlotte, NC, August 9-13, 2003. This symposium will cover the biology of the disease, current status of resistant breeding programs, methods of detection and identification, fungicide control, disease modeling for the U.S., and a presentation of the new USDA Soybean Rust Action Plan. Presentations will be followed by an open discussion period.
Thanks to travel support from the United Soybean Board, two invited guest speakers, Dr. Jose Tadashi Yorinori (Brazil) and Dr. Clive Levy (Zimbabwe) will share their knowledge and first hand experiences with the introduction and aftermath of Soybean Rust in their respective regions.
The Soybean Rust symposium will be held from 2-5 p.m. at the Charlotte Convention Center on Tuesday, August 12, 2003. Members of the media are invited to attend annual meeting events and complimentary registration is available. A full report on Soybean Rust is also available on APS' website at http://www.apsnet.org/. The American Phytopathological Society (APS) is a non-profit, professional scientific organization dedicated to the study and control of plant diseases, with 5,000 members worldwide.
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Kevin Whitaker has been selected as the new principal at Bronson Middle/High School.
Whitaker replaces Valerie Boughanem, who is the School Board of Levy County's new district Exceptional Student Education coordinator.
Whitaker has 22 years of experience in education, starting as a football and weightlifting coach at Chiefland High School. His passions transitioned to administration, he said, and he has spent the past five years in assistant principal roles at Trenton, Bell and Branford. He was also selected as the Teacher of the Year at Newberry High School in 2004.
Area residents have reported to Chiefland Police that someone has been calling and asking for funds to help raise money for the Chiefland Police Department and the Levy County Sheriff's Office.
The problem? Neither department is raising money, said Chiefland Police Chief Robert Douglas Tuesday.
"We haven't asked anybody for money," Douglas said. "This group does not represent us."
The Levy County Commission on Tuesday asked the Sheriff's Office and any department that has not cut its budget to go back to the drawing board and pare their requests.
No, the Chiefland Police Department is not decorating with a new type of office plant. This marijuana plant, the first found by CPD this year, was found Friday by CPD Officer Kyle Webb, left, between an abandoned home at 406 N.W. 5th Place and a field.
Webb said the plant was reported by a worker from Central Florida Electric Co-op., who was doing work in the area. The plant was in plain view about 100 feet from the road.
I, Teresa Barron proudly announce my candidacy for re-election to the Chiefland City Commission, Group 4.
I've served as your Chiefland City Commissioner since August 2004. My decision to run for office was not an easy one, however, I felt I could help bring about positive change to my City and a Commission that, at the time, seemed to be in turmoil. In these last six years, there has been a great deal of positive change.
Levy County Commissioner Lilly Rooks ,of Rosewood, who has been working with local officials and the Coast Guard in St. Petersburg on a plan to protect the coastline and local seafood industry from the effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, had good news for her fellow commissioners.
There are several ways to file a claim with BP, said Pat O'Neal, Director of the Nature Coast Business Development Council, in an update Monday evening held in Chiefland to inform citizens about who should file and how to go about the process.
"There are three ways, but they want you to file online or by phone first. That will assign you a number that will stay with you," O'Neal said.
The third filing option is to visit a claims office in person. The nearest one to Levy County just opened in St. Petersburg.
Levy County Emergency Management Director Mark Johnson and staff member John MacDonald took a helicopter flight last week with the U.S. Coast Guard to survey the coastline and the Gulf of Mexico.
"Each county emergency management director on the west Coast of Florida under the protection of USCG Sector St. Petersburg gets this opportunity," Johnson said. "It was our turn for the recon flight."
In a rare 4-1 vote, the School Board of Levy County on Tuesday turned down an initial proposal to participate in a lawsuit against the state's Class Size Reduction Amendment.
The Florida School Board Association intends to take legal action over the amendment, claiming that the potential penalties imposed on school districts could cost them $351 million statewide.
Florida to receive $170 million in education grants
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan announced recently Florida will receive $170.2 million through the School Improvement Grant program to turn around persistently poor performing schools throughout the state.
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ORLANDO, Fla. - Republican vice president nominee Paul Ryan is set to hold an event at an aviation facility in Florida, just a day after running mate Mitt Romney resumed heavy campaigning in the battleground state.
Ryan will speak Friday at Flightlevel Aviation at the regional airport Lakeland. Florida is home to a charged immigration debate and its 29 electoral votes are expected to be pivotal in November.
GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney spoke in Sarasota Thursday, his second straight day holding at events in Florida. On Wednesday, the Republican nominee was in Miami taking questions from a Spanish-speaking audience at an Univision-sponsored forum at the University of Miami.
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Villa Vitoria seaview – Home 216231 Villa
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- 6 sleeps
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Villa Vitoria seaview – Home 216231
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- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
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Villa / 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms / sleeps 6
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 5 km
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
- Car essential
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
"view was fabulous and even more breathtaking then we had imagined. "
"service of highest level"
Located in a beautiful area between the villages Nerja and Velez Malaga you will find our villa on the edge of Algarrobo. Big veranda with breathtaking panoramic sea and mountain view. Children playground. Perfect access through a completely concreted entrance road. Total privacy at the end of a dead end street, but with neighbors around for that 'safe' feeling. Just 8 minutes to the beach. Broadband WIFI. Air-conditioning. Safe.
Three bedrooms, one of them with en suite bathroom (toilet and sink). Bathroom with spacious shower (jet), sink and toilet. Bedrooms reachable via corridor. Corridor connected to living room / kitchen via door. New, luxury (open) kitchen with all needed appliances. Chimney in living room. Central heating in all rooms. Living room, kitchen and two bedrooms with laminate floor. Mater bedroom with stone floor. Swimming
"view was fabulous and even more breathtaking then we had imagined. "
"service of highest level"
Located in a beautiful area between the villages Nerja and Velez Malaga you will find our villa on the edge of Algarrobo. Big veranda with breathtaking panoramic sea and mountain view. Children playground. Perfect access through a completely concreted entrance road. Total privacy at the end of a dead end street, but with neighbors around for that 'safe' feeling. Just 8 minutes to the beach. Broadband WIFI. Air-conditioning. Safe.
Three bedrooms, one of them with en suite bathroom (toilet and sink). Bathroom with spacious shower (jet), sink and toilet. Bedrooms reachable via corridor. Corridor connected to living room / kitchen via door. New, luxury (open) kitchen with all needed appliances. Chimney in living room. Central heating in all rooms. Living room, kitchen and two bedrooms with laminate floor. Mater bedroom with stone floor. Swimming pool (fenced) with outside shower. Airbeds and parasols available. Outside kitchen with barbecue, gas hob, bar and fridge. Outside toilet with another shower. Children playground with hugh trampoline, swing and toys. Rocking chair next to playground. Welcome package, (beach) towels, toys, DVD's, books, baby stuff: it's all available! Special desires: please let us know and we'll do what we can to arrange it. Fruit trees like grapes, nispero (Spanish fruit), figs and more awaiting to be picked and consumed. Restaurants and supermarkets within 10 minutes distance. Golf course within 8 minutes distance. Swimming paradise within 15 minutes distance. Caves within 20 minutes distance.
Ideal holiday home for families with children or romantic couples.
Below is a selection from the guestbook . The tips on restaurants , day trips , etc. can be read in the guest book in the villa . All writers : thank you very much for your positive contributions !
In brief:
"View was fabulous and even more breathtaking then we had imagined . "
" Luxury and space, freedom and privacy . Your service is of the highest level , to truly thought of everything "
" A gorgeous palace ! Here "
" Communication and reception are very good . Jos is always accessible "
" The villa , with all modern conveniences ."
" The view is FANTASTIC ! "
" Had a lovely holiday , and were greatly relaxed fully equipped in this great house "
" We would definitely come back again"
" We came with a baby or 1 ½ years and it was perfect and safe . This area of Spain is beautiful and the location of the villa is so beautiful as no matter where you are the views are astonishing . We have had the most beautiful sunsets and feel as if we have had a most relaxing time "
" Two weeks, we have been able to enjoy the view and the beautiful house"
" For the children it is ideal: there is a trampoline , swings and toys . For the baby everything was present from mat to baby cutlery! I had to take along " really nothing
" The first look at the villa ... beautiful. And what a nice surprise package in the refrigerator and on the table , well done - we have never been so well looked after previously received " !
Fam.Kaddouri 16-30 Aug
We have wonderful days lived in the villa, thank you. We enjoyed the pool, the beautiful weather and the nice quiet area. Our son (2 ½ years) has had a great time. Once again a huge thank you and maybe see you soon!
Tanya, Ruud, Floor, Mike, 16 - 30 August
The end of our two week vacation is in sight. We super enjoyed ourselves. The house is really well equipped. Upon arrival the refrigerator was filled. Just great! Our favorite is the beach and the promenade of Torrox. Relaxing at the pool until deep in the night, it was the best. Thanks and see you!
Wasima, Manar Ayoub, Israel, 9 thru August 16, 2014
We have had a wonderful week. We especially enjoyed the villa itself, the views and tranquility. Our two kids had a great time. Since we spent three weeks in Tangier, we opted for a quiet week. The villa is fully equipped and very neat !! It was a week that we will not forget. Thanks for that!!
Ruud, Munire, Aleyna, Levay and Kenay, July 26 thru August 9, 2014
We had a fantastic holiday in your beautiful villa in Algarrobo!
Villa Vitoria is fully equipped, fantastic view, complete privacy, great pool and a good (Bose) sound system. You've really thought of everything! Our children (4, 10 and 11 years) have greatly entertained and didn't want to leave! They had plenty of room to play here. We have greatly enjoyed the luxurious surroundings and wonderful climate.
Jos, thank you very much for your hospitality and your very prompt service. We wish you all the best. Adios.
Eagle, Marjon, Marlies and Arend-jan 18 april - May 3, 2014
Judging by the guest book, we can kick off the 2014 season in Villa Vitoria. We were hoping for good weather, beautiful views, peace and games for our two children aged 7 and 2.5 years. We've all got it! After a somewhat breezy and relatively cool start it soon became 22-25 degrees every day sun. The panoramic view of the sea and the mountains you never get enough. The children have endlessly played in the pool, trampoline, swings and with all the toys that is available.
In the house we enjoyed all the amenities (DVD player, Bose sound system and speakers even at the pool! And the fresh modern decor (which is in many Spanish holiday homes quite different!). The full fridge on arrival + bread, fruit, etc. made it all off, the personal welcome by Jos and contacts during our stay were very enjoyable Jos and family:.. thanks for the hospitality!
Cecilie , Øyvind , Luc , Day , Gunn , Ann , Nils from Norway 3-7 August 2013
We had a wonderful stay here at your house . The view was fabulous and even more breathtaking then we had imagined . We spent quite a few days by the pool , but usefull made a few excursions . We tried a few of the beaches . Thanks you very much for your hospitality - our son or two years loved staying here -with all the toys , playground and save environment (I guess we loved that more than him! ) The house is very well equipped and we could want for nothing . Lots of love from all the family Smestad .
Danny , Sandra , Daan , Rein , Lisa 28 July to 3 August 2013
Too bad , too bad , but it's there for us again . Jos and Victoria , what you have a great house ! We enjoyed all the luxury and space , freedom and privacy . Your service is of the highest level , to truly thought of everything. The swimming pool, beautiful garden and enjoyable seaside . Good food for little money . Fine can also run on the promenade of Torre del Mar and of course the route of your house down and back up! ( 26:51 min ) You guys are perfect for each other . The weather also helped , of course , but it's not ever here 30 degrees with sunshine ? It has flown by , we expect your coming years will be fully booked. See you soon !
Ger , Carla , Esther ( 18yr ) , Barbara ( 16jr ) , Sascha ( 17jr ) 13 - July 27, 2013
Dear Jos and family , and other readers. We were also pleasantly surprised with the well-stocked refrigerator and other basic necessities , a pleasant welcome. And what a gorgeous palace ! Here Our time is up , it was lovely to stay here. Jos , thanks for the good care and best for all of you .
Sander, Anouk , Duco (almost 4yrs ) , Folkert ( 1 ½ years ) June 29 - July 6, 2013
Dear Jos & family,
After a week linger in your home , we go home fully charged . All of the children are also quite exhausted from all that playing in swimming pool , trampoline , swing , etc. What a kids paradise is home ! And communication and reception are very good . Jos is always accessible and comes as something lacks asap make / spend . So it was with us a broken umbrella and the same afternoon we had a new one! Like to come back once more . PS : even though something had gone , we were devastated entire deposit back . What a hospitality !
Patrick, Bianca en Lana 3-17 October 2012
We also have enjoyed the villa which is provided with all conveniences. Our 4 year old daughter will be talking about it for weeks, especially about the pool. She really had the time of her life, so did we! The views are FANTASTIC! Thanks Jos and Victoria for your hospitality, the reception with the filled fridge was really a surprise. Gave us a feeling the holiday would have to be a success! Thanks that we could stay in your villa and were able to enjoy the spectacular views. Lana would like to thank your two boys: she had a great time with all the toys, DVD's videos, etc.
Paul, Holanda, Thijs 15 September – 2 October 2012
We've had a wonderful holiday, relaxed enormously and the splendid house was provided with all conveniences. The pool was delicious, especially for our son Thijs from 3 years who have had a perfect time: swimming, watching Toy Story (on video!) and in the evening having dinner at the boulevard. Good restaurants were in the beginning hard to find (J&V: see guest book in the villa for restaurant tips from the renters) but the playgrounds made it very child friendly. Jos, thanks for taking care of us, really great! Good luck with your adventure!
Laura, Yolanda, Phil, Richard and Beau Jackson 19 Augustus – 2 September 2012
We have had a lovely holiday in your home. Your hospitality was amazing and we would definitely come back again. We feel that you should advertise your house more to stress how good it is for young children as we came with a baby of 1 ½ years and it was perfect and safe. This area of Spain is beautiful and the location of the villa is so beautiful as no matter where you are the views are astonishing. We have had the most beautiful sunsets and feel as if we have had a most relaxing time. Thank you for a lovely vacation.
Jan, Petra, Emma, Merle and Silke, 3-19 August 2012
Unfortunately it's finished: for two weeks we could enjoy the views and the beautiful house. Because of the warmth it was convenient to have a pool and air-conditioning. The house itself was provided with all conveniences. The only thing which failed was a cool box (Jos en Victoria: it's available now; thanks for the tip!) we look back with pleasure on the two weeks. Jos and Victoria, thanks for your hospitality and the fact that you were there when we needed you!
Kim, Marlon, Marley, Maurice, Stacey, Michelle and Bradley, 27 July – 3 August 2012
We, 2 families with 3 small children (5 months, 2,5 years and 10 years old) have spend one week in Cortijo Vitoria in Algarrobo. The villa is in the mountains, so the views are incredibly beautiful. Also nice are the breezes because of being in the mountains. At arrival there were drinks and food in the fridge, so we were able to eat directly at arrival. It's an ideal place for the kids: there is a trampoline, swings and also toys. For the baby everything was available, from a dressing cushion until cutlery! I really didn't need to take anything with me. The water in the pool had a nice temperature (29 degrees). We've used the barbecue every day. The LIDL supermarket is at 5 – 10 minutes distance (by car), where we did our shopping. We've also been in Algarrobo Costa, where is a market on Saturday, so we (the women) could do some shopping. We've also been at the beach. The water was great, although at the beach where we were it wasn't really clean, many plastic bottles, etc. We've had a really great holiday. What was also very nice is that the villa was very clean at arrival. Hygiene is very important for us
Nannie and Ton, 5-26 July 2012
It seems we've had the scoop: the first guests in Cortijo Vitorica – at least with Jos and Victoria.The reception at the agreed spot and time (unfortunately after a delay on the airport and the car rent), but the communication with Jos is excellent). After the steep climb, the first view of the villa… beautiful. And what a gorgeous welcome package in the fridge and on the table, well done- we've never been welcomed like this before!
Short but clarifying explanation, shows that Jos doesn't want to force himself but wants us to enjoy the villa. Which we can without problems: what a location and what a comfortable house! From the nearest beach towns we like Algarrobo Costa most. And after one of the many trips in the neighborhood back to the serenity of villa Cortijo Vitorica…..heavenly!!!
We will, once back in Holland, going to miss this: Jos and Victoria thanks!
Spain, Andalusia, Costa del Sol, Malaga, Nerja, Frigiliana, Torrox, Algarrobo, top location, sunny and shady, privacy, ,romantic, naturism, city trips, culture & history, shopping, nightlife.
Holiday villa, Cortijo Vitoria, luxury accommodation.
Last minute, discount
Beach, sun, sea, nature, walking, biking, hiking, golf, water sports, swimming paradise, diving, snorkeling.
Child friendly, fenced pool, children's playground (swings, trampoline, basketball), toys, dart, television, DVD, Internet (WIFI), outside kitchen, bar, barbecue, 2 outside showers, outside toilet, safe, (beach) towels, dishwasher, Senseo, cooler.
Location description from owner
The Costa del Sol region
The Costa del Sol (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈkosta ðel sol]; "Sunny Coast" or more literally, "Coast of the Sun") is a region in the south of Spain, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, comprising the coastal towns and communities along the Mediterranean coastline of the Málaga province. The Costa del Sol is situated between two lesser known costas: Costa de la Luz and Costa Tropical. Formerly made up only of a series of small, quiet fishing settlements, the region has been completely transformed during the latter part of the 20th century into a tourist destination of world renown.
It includes the city of Málaga and the towns of Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, Mijas, Marbella, San Pedro de Alcántara, Estepona, Manilva, Casares, Rincon de la Victoria, Vélez-Málaga, Algarrobo, Nerja, Frigiliana and Torrox. The Costa del Sol extends from the cliffs at Maro in the East to Punto Chullera in the west. Settlement in the region dates back to the Bronze Age, and has been colonised and ruled by many cultures such as the Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Vandals, Visigoths and Moors, before the Reconquista.
Historically its population lived in the fishing villages, and in the "white" villages a little distance inland, in the mountains running down to the coast. The area was discovered and developed to meet the demands of international tourism in the 1950s and has since been a popular destination for foreign tourists not only for its beaches but also for its local culture. The area is particularly famous for its towns like Marbella, which provides the Costa del Sol with its reputation for being a playground for its super-rich and famous visitors.
During the late 1970s and 1980s, the region was also known in the United Kingdom as the "Costa del Crime", due to the trend for British gangsters to escape from legal trouble at home by moving there to live their lives in luxury. Due to tense relations between the two nations over Gibraltar, extradition between the two countries was not followed. This phenomenon has been alluded to in television shows such as Auf Wiedersehen, Pet and in the more recent films Sexy Beast and The Business.[1][2]
The Costa del Sol is a popular tourist region that welcomes millions of people annually, who mostly arrive at International Malaga airport and head to one of the many resorts located along this stretch of coastline from Manilva in the west to Nerja in the east.[3][4]
Algarrobo village is a charming whitewashed village set in a majestic mountainous landscape in the Axarquia region, offering spectacular view of the Mediterranean Sea. The village still retains a Moorish feel and the Rio (River) Algarrobo snakes through the village, giving it a very pleasant and natural feel.
The village is connected by road to the costal resort of Algarrobo-Costa, which is just 3 kilometres away, not far from Torre del Mar. The town is approximately 40 kilometres to the east of the city of Málaga, a journey of around 30 minutes.
Algarrobo village is the perfect place to enjoy a holiday away from the hustle and bustle, yet still be close enough to the action to enjoy it when the fancy takes you. With the attractions of Málaga just 30 minutes away, it's a wonderful spot for a getaway.
Places to see
Agarrobo is the starting point for the Route of Sun and Wine, which takes visitors through local vineyards, down to the natural coastal area of Torrox Costa and to the interesting monuments of the Castle Bago and Torre del Morche and Torre de Calaceite. The route stops at the coastal resort of Nerja.
Algarrobo Costa is a highly touristic area, with pleasant beaches and lots of attractions and facilities for holidaymakers.
Algarrobo dates back to Prehistoric age, in fact remains dating from the Bronze Age, Phoenician and Romans hav been found in the local area at El Moro de Mezquitilla.
Algarrobo-Costa has a very pleasant beach. Visiting neighbouring Torre del Mar you will find more wide, sumptuous beaches. To the east of Algarrobo-Costa there are a number of other quieter coastal villages including Mezquitilla and Lagos, which are both charming seaside fishing villages.
The newly completed and highly attractive Baviera Golf Course is just a 10 minute drive away from Algarrobo.
There are a number of cafés, restaurants and tapas bars in Algarrobo, which are well worth trying out. Ir de Tapeo (go for Tapas) is always a relaxed, inexpensive way to dine out. On the coast you will find Chiringuitos (beach restaurants) who specialise in the tastiest, freshest seafood.
Algarrobo enjoys the sub-tropical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and warm winters. Algarrobo's close proximity to the sea affords cooling breezes, which make the summer heat manageable; temperatures average 32 ºC in summer.
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- No pets allowed
- Cot available
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- Bedroom 1: Double Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3: Sofa Bed
- 1 Family bathroom, 1 En suite
- Wi-Fi available
- Air conditioning
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Swing set
- Trampoline
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Safe
- Cooker
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- High chair available
- Satellite TV
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- DVD player
- CD player
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- Linen provided
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- Accessible for wheelchair users — please contact the owner for details before booking
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Jos O.
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- Calendar updated::
- 09 May 2017
- Years listed:
- 5
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Languages spoken: English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Russian
This Villa has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and sleeps 6. It's been listed on Holiday Lettings since 30 Apr 2012. Located in Velez-Malaga, the average weekly rate varies from £1120 to £1586.
The Owner has a response rate of 100% and the property's calendar was last updated on 09 May 2017.
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Jays camp report: Likes, dislikes
What I like, and dislike, about the Blue Jays.
DUNEDIN, Fla. -- What I like, and dislike, about the Blue Jays:
• The presence of the Giants and Tigers in the 2012 World Series proves again the value of organizations and general managers who aggressively take advantage of an opportunity to win, and now the Blue Jays have joined that crowd. For years, people have wondered if this team and this GM would and could really go for it. Now they have.
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• The 2012 Blue Jays had plenty of issues, but the biggest was a starting rotation that was hit hard by injuries and simply wasn't good enough. The only path to contention was by seriously improving the rotation, and the Blue Jays did it. They added a Cy Young winner in R.A. Dickey, a potential Cy Young winner in Josh Johnson, and a steady veteran in Mark Buehrle. As one Jays person said, they've turned their first starter (Ricky Romero) into their fifth starter -- and they even have big hopes for him.
• Chipper Jones once called Jose Reyes the "most dynamic" leadoff hitter in the game. It didn't always show last year with the Marlins, but Reyes brings an excitement and energy that can change any team.
• For anyone who can remember the early 1990s, when sellouts were common and the Blue Jays attracted a major-league best four million fans a year, it's great to see baseball excitement return north of the border.
• Are they setting themselves up for too big a fall? The expectations are huge, and while general manager Alex Anthopoulos likes to point out they have their most important players under contract for several years at reasonable money, if the Jays don't show major improvement this year plenty of people will be calling this plan a big failure.
• Reyes played 160 games for the Marlins last year, but he still hasn't completely shaken the reputation as a player who is easy to injure. Asked about what could derail the Blue Jays, one rival AL coach pointed first to Reyes playing all his home games (and 19 road games) on artificial turf.
• I love that Anthopoulos followed his instincts, but there's no question that he took a big risk in bringing back John Gibbons as manager. Gibbons' first go-round with the Jays ended after very public confrontations with some of his players, and now he's taking over a team with a good clubhouse but many strong personalities. It could work, but it's still a big risk.
• For all the talk about how issues with the Yankees and Red Sox have provided the Blue Jays with an opening, the American League East still sets up as the most balanced division in the game (and possibly still the strongest division). As Jose Bautista said, "Nobody's perfect, and nobody's terrible." Being good in this division still isn't good enough. You still need to be great.


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Belding City Council adopts budget for 2012-2013; OKs bridge repair
BELDING — Members of Belding City Council officially adopted a balanced budget for the 2012-2013 fiscal year during Tuesday night's Belding City Council meeting.
After being first proposed in April and having gone through several revisions, the final version of the budget was presented to council members by City Manager Randy DeBruine Tuesday night and voted through by council members with a 5-0 vote.
"This budget is balanced," DeBruine said. "We have some healthy fund balances that enable us to do this. The city is in compliance with the city's budget ordinance and maintains a higher percentage than 10 percent of fund balance ratio, as is required."
Recent changes to the budget included a transfer to the library fund of $14,039. That transfer was made in order to assist with the costs for the events that transpired earlier in the month with the reinstatement of a library employee. $30,000 was also transferred from the capital improvement fund for work on local streets.
The adoption of the budget did not come without argument from board members, however.
Councilman Joe Feuerstein was displeased with the amount budgeted to spend on attorneys, $75,000, dealing with the Electrolux lawsuit involving the Gibson buildings and site cleanup on the corner of Bridge and Main streets.
"It seems to me all lawyer funds are going toward saving the buildings and not too much is going to the cleanup of the environmental part," Feuerstein said. "Everyone wants to spend money on that tower, but when I look around, I never hear of any of them."
Feuerstein then motioned that $50,000 of the $75,000 budgeted for attorney fees be transferred to city street improvements.
Without support from a second council member, the motion died.
Councilman Mike Scheid said he understood where Feuerstein was coming from on the issue, but couldn't support his motion.
"I would like to see that $50,000 moved over, but we're still going to have the legal fees no matter what we do," Scheid said. "We have spent way more money on this than I ever envisioned we would, but I'm afraid if we let them tear down everything, then they are going to run and leave it unusable. If they tear down the buildings, they are going to run, and they are going to run fast."
Councilman Jon Bunce said if the money was transferred out of the budgeted fund, then Electrolux will have already won.
"I like to see money go for the streets too, but we've got legal fees coming up too," Bunce said. "We've still got issues. Electrolux isn't going to go away. They are going to do everything they can to keep us in court and I don't want to see that happen."
Board members also voted 5-0 to approve a request for bids on construction of the Ashfield Street Bridge.
According to DeBruine, the city has submitted a grant to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) for several years with no luck of it ever being accepted.
DeBruine said in response to the deteriorating sidewalks on the bridge and no support from any grants, the city has budgeted $30,000 to repair the bridge.
Twenty-four inches of the west sidewalk face of the bridge will be removed and replaced, as well as 18 inches on the east facing. The new concrete will be anchored down to the deck of the bridge every four feet.
"The goal is to keep the water from getting under the concrete," DeBruine said. "We really want someone that has bridge experience on this project."
According to DeBruine, the bridge was constructed in 1995 and the current state of the sidewalks can only be blamed on the standards that MDOT used at the time to construct the bridge.


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Italian MPs have failed to agree on a choice for the country's next president, with some casting prank ballots for porn star Rocco Siffredi and actress Sophia Loren.
Parliamentary speaker Laura Boldrini was quick to point out - and not tongue-in-cheek - that Mr Siffredi ''does not have the prerequisites'', Italian media reported.
At 48, the actor is below the age threshold of 50 to be president.
Silvio Berlusconi's wife, Veronica Lario, also appeared in the voting, along with buxom starlet Valeria Marini - a namesake of serious presidential candidate Franco Marini.
''I'm flattered!'' said Valeria Marini, adding: ''I know it was ironic, but I'm still pleased.''
She denied aspirations for the job, saying: ''It's important that the right choice is made. The president is a linchpin.''
As the names were read out, there were peals of laughter and bursts of applause in parliament - despite the gravity of the moment as a two-month political crisis drags on.
One prankster even cast a ballot for a fictional character, Raffaello Mascetti - a hard-up aristocrat played by the beloved and deceased comic actor Ugo Tognazzi.
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Designs and inspects building facades and structures. Salary: expect to earn from $60K as a graduate up to $130K+ for senior positions (10 years+ on the job). (2014)
Tim was always interested in architecture, and after finishing high school, he studied architectural engineering at the University of Wales in Cardiff in the UK. In the final year of his degree he was head hunted by the Cardiff arm of the international engineering consultancy Arup, and his career as a structural engineer was officially off the ground.
When an opportunity to work in Australia came up, Tim jumped at the chance. He spent a couple of years in Perth before moving to Sydney, where he became a facade engineer.
Tim loves the heights his job takes him to, and has even scaled the Opera House.
Tim did a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering, University of Wales in Cardiff. He also got abseiling training from the Industrial Rope Access Trade Association.
The demand for facade engineers is huge. It's a relatively new discipline and there aren't many of these engineers around. Generally, engineers from related disciplines move into the field and re-train. You can work in large or small consultancies or in the public sector.
"We get to work on so many different projects, from multistorey luxury office buildings to doing minor alterations on the smallest buildings. Every job we do is completely different with new challenges and new solutions to look at.
In a company such as ours, we also have some bright people and very creative minds to work with and it provides an incredibly stimulating environment."
"The worst part of the job is the time pressure once building construction has started. The ever impending deadline to get things done and finished is the real stress of the job."
Facade engineers like Tim design the facades of new buildings, and work with existing buildings to pick up on problems that affect the durability of the building.
This could include cracked glass panes, movement within structural elements or worn seals.
Facade engineers also work to make buildings more environmentally sustainable, allowing light but not heat in and reducing the load on building services. Each building brings a new challenge.
Each building brings a new challenge, so you need to be open minded. Its very much a problem solving job as youre trying to figure out whats happening with the facade and where the issues might have come from.
You also need to be fairly athletic, and have a good head for heights!
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You can also do a general engineering degree and then get on the job training in facade engineering.
The Good University Guides course search can tell you about who offers what engineering courses.
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Mills College Cross Country Team Captures Cal Pac Conference Championship
Cyclones Qualify for NAIA Nationals on November 21, 2009
Oakland, CA–November 11, 2009. The Mills College cross country team has captured the California Pacific Conference (Cal Pac) Championship, qualifying the team to represent Cal Pac at the 30th Annual Women's National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) National Championships. The competition will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2009, in Vancouver, Washington.
Last week, Mills' top five scoring runners were among the top 15 athletes to finish the Cal Pac competition. The top three Mills runners were: Guadalupe Cazares (senior in international relations) first place winner; Angie Sandoval (senior in political, legal, and economic analysis), fourth place; and Kim Chew (junior in psychology), sixth place.
Cazares said, "I have been waiting patiently for our team to go to nationals. Now that we've achieved it, I am extremely proud and happy I got to see it happen."
"The team improved throughout the year, peaked perfectly, and supported each other all the way under the leadership of head coach Laura Davis and assistant coach Katherine Williams," said Themy Adachi, director of Mills Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation.
The Cal Pac coaches voted Mills head coach Davis "Cross Country Coach of the Year" in honor of the Mills team-winning performance and for their improvement throughout the year.
Adachi said "Davis coached the team to its highest levels—it's an incredibly cohesive and inspired group of women. She is extremely dedicated to each of her athletes and challenges them to accomplish their best, not only as runners, but in everything they do. Every runner has grown tremendously throughout the season and is deeply committed to the team."
"I am so proud of everyone; they've fought for this all season," said Davis. "This is my fourth year at Mills, and we've taken the team a long way to reach the level we've achieved this year. We focused on creating a culture of year-round training that made the team much stronger and faster. We also actively recruited high school and community college student athletes who could help the team get to this level."
Davis is a graduate of the Mills MFA program in creative writing and coached at Wayzata High School in Minneapolis, Minnesota before coming to Mills. She ran Division 1 cross country and track at the University of Wisconsin in Madison and completed the Boston Marathon in 2001.
During her first year at Mills, Davis initiated a track and field physical education class, laying the groundwork for the introduction of track and field as a seventh intercollegiate sport at the College in 2008.
The Mills cross country program focuses on the holistic development of each individual through the sport of running. Student-athletes benefit from personalized training and a strong team spirit. Mills coaches seek to instill each participant with a balanced focus between academics and athletics and a lifetime commitment to a healthy, active lifestyle.
Mills runners previously qualified for the NCAA and the NAIA National Championships and captured the Cal Pac Conference Championship in 1999 and 2001. The team has traveled to competitions in Hawaii, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Oregon, and throughout California, supported by its endowed program.
About Mills College
Nestled in the foothills of Oakland, California, Mills College is a nationally renowned, independent liberal arts college offering a dynamic progressive education that fosters leadership, social responsibility, and creativity to approximately 950 undergraduate women and 550 graduate women and men. Since 2000, applications to Mills College have more than doubled. The College is named one of the top colleges in the West by U.S. News & World Report, and ranks as one of the Best 371 Colleges by the Princeton Review. Forbes.com ranked Mills 55th among America's best colleges and named it a "Top Ten: Best of the All-Women's Colleges." Visit us at www.mills.edu.


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Thinking Out Of The Cereal Box
In many ways, 47-year-old Carlos M. Gutierrez is the ultimate company man. Respectful of authority and intensely loyal, the Cuban-born chairman and CEO of cereal giant Kellogg Co. spent 25 years working his way up the corporate ladder. For a boy uprooted from his home during Fidel Castro's Communist revolution and moved around the U.S. for years afterward, Kellogg, based in Battle Creek, Mich., has offered Gutierrez the stability that was missing from his youth. Indeed, when people ask Gutierrez if he's more comfortable in Latino or American cultures, he says neither--he identifies most with Kellogg. "I've spent more years at Kellogg than anywhere else," he explains.
But now, nearly two years after taking over the corner office, this loyal soldier is grappling with the notion that Kellogg's old battle plan is failing. The unappetizing truth is that Kellogg sells something that doesn't easily fit into America's eat-on-the-run style. Who has time to sit down for breakfast at home anymore? And those who do are often choosing cheaper, bagged cereal instead.
COST CUTS. Meanwhile, rival General Mills Inc. has bucked the trend by introducing new versions of familiar brands such as Cheerios and by introducing innovative snack foods--for example, Go-Gurt, yogurt in a tube. Kellogg has been slower to come up with new ideas. It also lost market share in recent years when it slashed advertising in an attempt to meet what Gutierrez now sees as unrealistic double-digit earnings projections.
You can be sure that Gutierrez didn't work for 25 years to see Kellogg go soggy under his watch. He has done what any company man would do: cut costs, shuffled management, offered customers more discount coupons, and pushed Kellogg's scientists to come up with new products. And he has done what none of his predecessors dared: closed the original 93-year-old Corn Flakes plant, putting more than 500 people out of work. Many in Cereal City, the nickname for Kellogg's hometown, felt betrayed. "It's difficult to do something like that in a small community," says Gutierrez. "My kids go to school here." But shutting down the factory was good for the company, he says.
Still, none of these steps was enough. So Gutierrez did something even more radical. He spent $4.4 billion to buy Keebler Foods Co., maker of Cheez-Its and other crackers and cookies. In a single stroke, the cereal veteran has transformed Kellogg into a $10 billion snack-foods company. When the deal is completed in February, Kellogg will derive just 40% of its sales from breakfast cereals, down from 75% today. For analysts who have made a career of criticizing Kellogg for its lackluster performance and extreme risk aversion, Gutierrez is just the kind of CEO the company needed. "It's looking a lot brighter at Kellogg than it has in years," says Credit Suisse First Boston analyst David C. Nelson.
But much turns on making the deal work. "He's bet his career on it," says Prudential Securities analyst John McMillin. Gutierrez says he had little choice. With the food industry undergoing a major shakeout and new competitors such as PepsiCo in a strong position, Kellogg risked being left behind. Gobbling up Keebler gives Kellogg two crucial advantages: faster-growing food categories and a more efficient delivery system. It used to take Kellogg six to eight weeks to roll out new products from warehouses to retailers. Now it can use Keebler's in-house distribution system to get new items on store shelves faster. That will allow Kellogg to take more chances with new products. "Failure is a lot less expensive," he says.
Gutierrez is proud of forcing change at Kellogg. "I think there were doubts that Kellogg would ever make a move that size," Gutierrez says. But for him, change is a way of life. Born in Havana in 1953 to a successful pineapple exporter and his wife, Gutierrez enjoyed a comfortable childhood until Castro came to power in 1960. The image of uniformed soldiers barging into his home to arrest his politically active father, Pedro, is still plenty vivid. After his release, Pedro Gutierrez took his wife and two sons to Miami, where they expected to vacation until the nastiness in Cuba subsided. But after nine months, Pedro realized Castro wouldn't be toppled anytime soon. Devastated, he abandoned his business and tried to start a new life in the U.S. The family moved around frequently, from Florida to New York to Mexico and back to Florida, as Pedro sought to regain his stature.
It was a wrenching experience, but it prepared Gutierrez to run a company in transition. "Given that my life changed so quickly, and so often, I have a certain tolerance for ambiguity," he says. But as he tries to reshape a hidebound Kellogg, he knows that not everyone handles change as readily. "I have to be sure I don't go out ahead of the organization," he says. "Sometimes I don't understand it. It's so obvious to me," he says. "Change is a constant, but I'm finding myself very often explaining that to people."
BIG BREAK. Gutierrez began his Kellogg career as a sales and marketing trainee in Mexico City in 1975, after working briefly for his father's struggling produce export company. It was during this period that he met and married Edilia Cabrera and began studying business administration at a local university. He never had time to finish his degree, however. After handling several sales and marketing assignments in Mexico, he was promoted to corporate headquarters in Michigan, where he headed up marketing for all of Latin America. In 1984, Gutierrez got his break. Former CEO William E. LaMothe took a chance by assigning him to run Kellogg's struggling Mexico division. The country was in economic turmoil, and Kellogg's operations were a disaster. Costs were spiraling, sanitation was a perennial problem. Proving his ability to make tough decisions, Gutierrez shuttered the plant for three months to focus on productivity and cleanliness. After it reopened, the factory became one of Kellogg's best, winning several company awards.
Today, Gutierrez is known for his ability to spot new ideas. He stays in tune with pop culture by poring over such magazines as People and Time and attending Spice Girls and Matchbox 20 concerts with his teenage kids. He's fanatical about baseball and a voracious reader. He likes nothing more than to talk with friends about big trends, say, the effect of the Internet on daily life or how the democratization of the stock market will change wealth distribution in America.
As CEO, Gutierrez has encouraged communication. Before, new product ideas were presented only at monthly meetings and only by the head of research and development. But Gutierrez is "someone who opens himself up to advice from people," says Tim O'Day, a senior vice-president at the Leo Burnett Co. advertising agency who has known him for 15 years. So now, technicians from the company's three-year-old, $75 million W.K. Kellogg Institute for Food & Nutritional Research are free to bring their ideas directly to Gutierrez.
Wall Street likes his candor. In an unusually frank meeting with investors in late November, Gutierrez vowed that Kellogg wouldn't promise what it couldn't deliver. Instead of "overly ambitious" double-digit sales growth targets, he said, Kellogg would now aim lower--about 6% at the most. That sobering message drove Kellogg stock down 5% that day, but it was necessary, Gutierrez says. In an era when corporations think nothing of tossing out CEOs after a disappointing quarter or two, Gutierrez is taking a chance. "Once you get insecure, you start doing the wrong things for the company to ensure your survival," he says. Spoken like a true company man.


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Ocean Networks Canada to Implement Smart Oceans BC Program
April 14, 2014 – Victoria, British Columbia – Western Economic Diversification Canada
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The Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, was in Victoria today to announce a federal investment of $9,127,000 through the Western Diversification Program. This investment will support the development of Ocean Networks Canada's (ONC) Smart Oceans BC program.
The project will add small scale underwater observatories, high frequency coastal radars and an Automatic Identification System to ONC's existing marine observatory footprint including near Port Metro Vancouver, Campbell River, Kitimat, the Douglas Channel waterway, as well as Prince Rupert.
This expanded footprint will contribute to the Harper Governments commitment to responsible resource development by helping to prevent accidents, responding to situations as they arise, predicting and warning of natural hazards, and improving overall marine operational situational awareness.
As a further component of this project IBM is developing a system to monitor the data streams from the hundreds of sensors that are being expanded as part of the Smart Oceans BC program. Improved data collection will allow modeling systems to better support disaster planning. In addition, highly qualified personnel will be trained in ocean analytics.
Additionally, SMEs will gain access to technology demonstrations and commercialization assistance, as well as international business development services offered by the ONC Innovation Centre.
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- This project will allow for real-time monitoring of vessel traffic, waves, currents and water quality, in areas such as the Douglas Channel, a shipping artery leading to Kitimat.
- ONC estimates the global market for Smart Oceans Systems technology to grow from $4 billion to at least $6 billion by 2020.
"Our Government is investing in innovative technologies that create jobs, growth, and long-term prosperity for Canadians. Programs like Smart Oceans BC build the economy while supporting our Government's commitments to responsible resource development, world-class marine safety, and technology commercialization."- Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification
"We are very grateful to the Government of Canada for its continuing and strong support of Ocean Networks Canada. Smart Oceans BC is an exciting opportunity that will connect people in coastal BC cities and communities to crucial ocean information It will strengthen our world-leading technological position in ocean observing."
- Dr. Kate Moran, President and CEO, Ocean Networks Canada
"This substantial investment in Smart Oceans BC will also benefit British Columbia's many ocean science and technology SME's. Access to ONC's observatories and their innovative technology provides a competitive advantage to BC companies seeking to expand their export sales. Our success in global markets also benefits from the support of the ONC Innovation Centre's international business development services."
- David Fissel, Chair and Senior Oceanographer, ASL Environmental Sciences, Inc.
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Suspect dead
OREGON CITY, Ore. - A suspect is dead after an Oregon City police officer was shot while responding to a house fire in Oregon City Sunday, deputies said.
According to KGW.com, police and deputies swarmed to 841 Linn Avenue after reports the officer was hit by gunfire around 1 p.m., said Sgt. Robert Wurps with the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.
Photos: Officer shot, suspect dead in Oregon City
The officer was loaded into a Life Flight helicopter and flown to Legacy Emanuel Hospital. The officer's condition was not known. Authorities have not released the name of the suspect or the officer.
The parents of one witnesses at the scene told KGW their son saw the suspect on the porch of the burning home. When he told the man his home was on fire, the suspect responded that he set the fire, according to Mark and Molly Hansen.
The suspect then reportedly shot the arriving officer in the middle of the street, and witnesses took off into their homes.
Dozens of police moved in on the home and the threat to the public ended after the suspect was killed before 3 p.m., Wurpes said.
Raw scene video: Officer shot in Oregon City
Firefighters were originally called to the fire but were told there was a man with a gun and could not fight the fire, according to Brandon Paxton with the Clackamas Fire District.


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City Guide
Fitness and Health
Fitness Centers & Programs
Ann Arbor has many private fitness centers; see the Yellow Pages or the Internet for listings.
Health & Fitness Center at WCC. (734) 975-9950. (See General Programs & Facilities listing.) Over 100 group exercises classes per week. Elevated walk/jog track; circuit, resistance, and cardiovascular training equipment; free weights; lap and warm-water pools; whirlpool. Group exercise classes (yoga, Pilates, spinning, Zumba, water aerobics, and many more) free for members. Personal training. Tours: Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Sat. and Sun. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m). email@example.com, wccfitness.org
Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, 2960 Washtenaw. (734) 971-6355. (See General Programs & Facilities listing.) Personal trainers, private swim instructors, group fitness, and water exercise classes year round for all ages and abilities. Cardio and strength-training equipment. parks.ewashtenaw.org (click on MLM Rec Center). S
Rec & Ed. (734) 994-2300, ext. 53149. Cardio Dance & Pilates, Hiit Boot Camp, Nia Fitness, paddleboard yoga, personal training, Power Yoga, Therapeutic Water Exercise, weight training, Yoga Pilates, Zumba, and many other health and wellness classes for adults year round. firstname.lastname@example.com, aareced.com S
Lifetime Fitness, U-M Kinesiology Community Programs. (734) 647-2708. Designed for seniors but open to all, at Macy's Court in Briarwood Mall. Aerobic exercise and stretching (Mon. & Wed.), chair yoga (Tues.), and Zumba (Thurs.), 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Free (donation requested). firstname.lastname@example.com, kines.umich.edu
U-M Rec Sports: Group-X. Group fitness programs for U-M affiliates and RecSports members at CCRB at (734-763-3084) and NCRB (734-763-4560). Zumba, yoga, cycle, and many other cardio, strength, and mind-body activities. See website for rates and class schedule. recsports.umich.edu
YMCA, 400 W. Washington. (734) 996-9622. Free weights, squat rack, and exercise machines. Over 100 weekly group exercise classes, 34 free with membership. Health management programs. Personal training available. annarborymca.org S
Jogging & Walking
The city's plentiful parkland, including long stretches of scenic riverfront pathways, provides miles of off-road running. Many Ann Arborites don't even have to leave their own neighborhoods to find prime jogging space. The Health & Fitness Center at WCC, (734) 975-9950, has a two-lane, 1/8-mile indoor track. The Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, (734) 971-6355, has a two-lane, 1/12-mile indoor track (see General Programs & Facilities listing for fees) and a free 1.4-mile, 18-fitness-station trail (with directions and equipment) at County Farm Park behind the building. The YMCA (734) 996-9622, has an unbanked 13-laps-to-the-mile indoor track above the gym. The U-M has an 1/8-mile indoor track at the CCRB (734) 763-3084 and a 1/10-mile indoor track at the NCRB, (734) 763-4560. For outdoor runners, Palmer Field features a 1/4th mile track. Briarwood mall opens its doors early (8 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m. Sun.) to walkers year round.
Martial Arts & Self-Defense
Ann Arbor has many private martial arts studios; search online for listings.
Rec & Ed. (734) 994-2300, ext. 53234. Aikido, Sanchin Ryu karate, hapkido, self-defense, plus classes for youth and preschool. aareced.com
YMCA, 400 W. Washington. (734) 996-9622. Classes year round in aikido, judo, jujitsu, karate, tae kwon do, and tai chi for all ages and levels. Year-round karate and judo clubs. annarborymca.org
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Ann Arbor has many private yoga studios; see the Yellow Pages or the Internet for listings.
Health & Fitness Center at WCC. (734) 975-9950. Classes for beginning, intermediate, and experienced levels include power, slow flow, and in traditional and flow, Anusara, Ashtanga, Kripalu, Vinyasa, and Iyengar. Free to members. See website for schedule. wccfitness.org
Rec & Ed. (734) 994-2300, ext. 53149. Classes year round in Hatha Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Yin-Yasa Yoga, family yoga, prenatal yoga, therapeutic yoga, chair yoga, better back yoga, yoga for anxiety and depression, and others, plus classes and camps for youth. firstname.lastname@example.com, aareced.com
YMCA, 400 W. Washington. (734) 996-9622. Iyengar and Vinyasa yoga instruction: focused classes for all levels and ages. Specialty classes for pregnancy, teens, toddlers, runners and more. annarborymca.org
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