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The food was just ok. The gf bun was dry the fries were cooked in dedicated fryer and were pretty good. I asked the server if a milkshake was gf 3 times each time she said she would check but I never got an answer.
They where very educated on GF foods! I did not got sick at all. The GF bun they have for hamburgers was great! Way better then what I had thought it was going to taste!! Was super happy!!
1233 West Ave. P, Ste. 301, Palmdale, CA 93551
When I'm traveling where there is a Red Robin I have to eat there. Their burgers are consistently good at the many locations I've visited. This one had slow service and wasn't very clean but food was delicious as usual. Their gluten free buns are great.
11784 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233
I had a burger on a gluten-free bun with fries. It was very good, and my waitress was very attentive to my dietary restrictions. I was very pleased with today's lunch.
1218 N. Retail Court, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Great GF bun! One of the best I've had in 3 1/2 years!!
4201 Coldwater Rd., #27, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
I love this place!!! Have eaten here several times and ordered GF hamburger and fries with NO reaction.
5582 Spectrum Dr, Frederick, MD 21703
My daughter has celiacs she is 11 years old and orders off of the kids menu. She orders the "chicken stickens" and gets steamed broccoli on the side. Very celiac friendly !
880 Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110
GF food was amazing. Although limited options, they were diligent and careful in making sure there was no cross contamination and even made sure I was aware the rest of my parties food was not gluten free to ensure my wellbeing. Very wonderful.
4802 Valley View Blvd. NW, Roanoke, VA 24012
great safe place to eat!!!!
1184 Galleria Blvd., Roseville, CA 95678
Yummy gluten free burgers and fries
247 Forum Drive, Columbia, SC 29229
Gluten Free bun was hard as a rock. Could not eat it and sent it back.
13000 North IH35 SBFR, Building 5, Austin, TX 78753
Read their website on sources of their food. says they cannot guarantee if their suppliers change their ingredients without notice. Not reliable for celiacs.
4080 Maple Road, Amherst, NY 14226
They are very careful and well trained in gf.
70 Swanson Blvd., Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
I Made sure to ask if they were good in GF they said yes , yes! Ordered a chicken salad off the GF menu (iPad) made sure I told them I was allergic ! Got glutenated on my vacation had hives and stomach issues (diarrhea) all morning 😨
6524 W. Saginaw Highway, Lansing, MI 48917
amazing food every time!! Favorite place to eat a cheese burger and fries GF.
2020 Wilkes Barre Mktplace, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
They offered us an electronic menu that made allergen info easy.
401 E. Dimond Blvd., Anchorage, AK 99515
My burger was so good that I had my waitress go back to the kitchen and double check to make sure it was gluten-free! The best burger I've had in a long time!
325 Marketplace Blvd., Hamilton, NJ 08691
Love me a GF Red Robin Burger and GF fries. Always delicious, always on point with service. Highly recommend!
6522 Monona Drive, Monona, WI 53716
The menu is a bit limited and has a huge legal disclaimer, but still was able to have a lettuce wrapped burger and bottomless GF fries without any issues! Our server Aaron was very fun!
3601 S. 2700 West B152, West Valley City, UT 84119
Really helpful servers, give you an iPad where you check off things you cannot have, then you can see a real menu, I had the Ensenada Chicken prepared gluten free and it was very good. As a business traveler I typically go to chain restaurants for consistency.
7050 Carpenter Road, Skokie, IL 60077
Server, Andy, made sure he listed my gluten allergy as well as checked ingredients with me on their menu. It was great. Thanks, Andy!!!!
6522 Monona Drive, Monona, WI 53716
They have an app that allows you to eliminate allergies from the menu. Then it shows items you can have and lists if there are sauces, ingredients, etc., that you can't have in that meal. They wrapped my chicken sandwich in lettuce like it was a bun and it was delicious.
316 E. Winchester Blvd., Murray, UT 84107
Hostess had no clue what a gluten free menu was. Our waiter didn't know anything about gluten. I asked to speak to the manager who brought out a tablet that had the gluten free menu on it. The staff needs some serious training.
640 W Telegraph St, Washington, UT 84780
If you have Celiac Disease this is not a safe place for you. The chance of cross contamination is too high. So disappointed in the service I had last time I was here which was on my birthday. I carefully explained to the waitress that I had Celiac Disease and I double checked that they did their very best to keep things separate. When she brought out my fries after I took one bite I realized they were not gluten free because they were covered in seasoning( he gf fries always come out plain) I told her that they were not gf and that I would need new fries. Instead of just apologizing and starting a new batch she fought me on the issue for a good 3 minutes telling me that she knew they were gluten free. But finally she said she would start a new batch. Well she never did bring it out. Not the birthday dinner I was hoping for. Not to mention I spent the rest of my birthday on the couch or in the bathroom.
7575 Edgerton Avenue, Greenfield, WI 53220
They have gluten free buns, a gluten free fryer, and will take extra care if you tell them you have an allergy!!!
7575 Edgerton Avenue, Greenfield, WI 53220
Good food, I had the California chicken sandwich on a gluten free bun. The bun did not fall apart, which is a plus. Our server was great, he showed me the iPad with the allergy list where I was able to check off gluten and dairy and soy. It pulled up foods that I could have while avoiding those allergens. It showed me the food item and what would be eliminated or what substations could be made. After leaving the restaurant I started feeling like I do when I eat gluten. I won't be surprised if I vomit later today or get extremely constipated. DO NOT EAT HERE IF YOU HAVE CELIAC!
2233 S. 320th Street, Federal Way, WA 98003
GF buns and fries. Have had no problems eating here.
14599 Clay Terrace Blvd, Carmel, IN 46032
Always had good gf experience and nice place to take kids.
1865 Hilliard-Rome Road, Hilliard, OH 43026
yummmmmmm. you can have fries here :)
281 Easton Road, Warrington, PA 18976
Ate here for the first time since being celiac. Heather was my server and she was great. She brought over an iPad and pulled up the gluten allergen menu which pulled up everything I could eat and what to remove to make it safe for consumption. It also showed options such as lettuce wrap or gf bun. She explained there is a separate fryer for the fries. My meal came out clearly marked with colored toothpicks. I look forward to a return trip. Update July 2017: Red Robin gets it. Their buns are one of the few GF I will actually waste my calories on. Their gf fries are put in the oven and are so good. Great family option.
360 Buckland Hills Drive, Manchester, CT 06040
Just found out all the oil gets filtered by the same filtering machine. So the oil used to fry gluten free fries and then the oil used for onion rings go through the same machine. So there is no way to avoid cross contamination once the filtered oil gets put back in the vat. The burgers are tasty though
8167 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
eat here at this location on a weekly basis...very sensitive celiac and never once sick. awesome management too
365 The Bridge Street, Suite 113, Huntsville, AL 35805
Glad they changed things so I can have a burger and fries!
11433 Parkside Drive, Farragut, TN 37934
Staff and kitchen are knowledgeable. They have gluten free buns, which are good, and the fries are now gluten free.
9628 Cameron St, Burnaby, BC V3J 1M2, Canada
They understand GF & have a good GF menu & dedicated fryer. One of few chains where I can get a burger & fries
13215 Harrell Parkway, Noblesville, IN 46060
GF fryer and a great celiac friendly place. They have this program that has to do with 'purple'. Every utensil they use with gluten free food is purple to prevent cross contamination.
111 Marketplace Blvd, Selinsgrove, PA 17870
Great meal! Probably the best gf roll I've ever had. The gf menu was large with lots of variety. My food was brought out separately and marked with an allergy stick. They have dedicated fryers too!
3460 Amelia Drive, Orchard Park, NY 14127
A family friendly place that we can get a safe meal. Separate fryers and grill, and gf buns. I get the chicken on a stick with dipping sauce for my kids.
4080 Maple Road, Amherst, NY 14226
This is my go to place for gluten free burgers and fries! they have a seperate frier and the most amazing gluten free buns. staff is always caring and understanding too! I have never gotten sick here.
11784 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233
Told waitress I was highly allergic to wheat & gluten. they put grilled chicken on my salad when their menu clearly stated the chicken had cross contamination.
3797 Carpenter Road, Pittsfield Township, MI 48197
Great gluten free buns for burgers! If you ask for the gluten free menu they bring you an iPad. I'd say they have more options than some.
107 Veterans Pkwy, Normal, IL 61761
Gluten free buns! Just wish they had a dedicated fryer.
17300 Southcenter Pkwy., Tukwila, WA 98188
Super helpful hostess told us the kitchen takes food allergies "very seriously"... Except my sons GF chicken meatballs arrived with little breadsticks stuck in them like toothpicks. :-/ ACK!
20 Trinity Place, Washington, PA 15301
My celiac husband has eaten here several times. Most trips went well and he had no reaction. However the last few trips he did have a reaction. Today's is rather severe. My guess is they are not being as careful as they were previously.
803 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1W1, Canada
Digital menu were you can "skip" your allergies. Had a great salad
18650 Ford Rd., Detroit, MI 48228
Had to look the gluten free menu up on line. I have no idea if the huge plate of fries they brought could possibly have been gluten free. I only ate the chicken breast. I won't be back.
1350 Travis Blvd., Fairfield, CA 94533
I have celiac disease. I have been here several times--GF bun is amazing and food is so good I kept trying--but I get sick every single time. Once I found a crouton at the bottom of my salad dressing cup. The employees need better allergen/celiac safe education. The food is so good but I will never go back to this Red Robin and I'm very leery of other Red Robins now!
9050 Southwest 136th Street, Miami, FL 33176
I love the burgers, and we love the fact that we can eat it with a GF BUN, not like the other places that they'd wrap the meat in lettuce, who said Im on a diet, I'm just celiac, LOL I forgot they have a beer GF woohooo!!!
2669 Campus Drive, Plymouth, MN 55441
This is our Go To spot!!! We love Red Robin! They're Tavern burger is my favorite!! They even have separate fryer for fries!!!
4503 Rosewood Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
I am so excited to find another place I can eat the fries! Not only did they have a gluten free bun, but also lettuce wrapped burgers! I have choices!!!
3005 Golf Road, Eau Claire, WI 54701
They have a gluten free menu, and lots of choices.
3030 Plaza Bonita Road, #2520, National City, CA 91950
Don't have a dedicated fryer. There a few choices for protein and veggies, but until my little celiacs can partake in the bottomless fries, we won't likely return.
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Ages: Unsigned Senior's
Location: Clark Field-Laurinburg, NC
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Starts: 9:00am / Ends: 4:00pm
Camp Cost: $65.00
This camp will feature instruction and a showcase / pro style workout in which Unsigned Senior's can display their talents for the St. Andrews University coaching staff.
Players will benefit from the combination of instruction and competitive games. This camp is designed for the player who has aspirations of playing baseball at the college level.
Camp Itinerary
09:00 Stretch/Throw
09:15 60 Yard Dash
09:30 Pro Style Infield
10:45 Batting Practice
12:00 Lunch (Not Provided)
01:00 Game
What to bring:
Each camper must bring his own baseball equipment. Players should bring a glove, bat, cleats/spikes, running shoes or turf shoes, hat, and any other equipment they feel necessary to compete. Catchers must bring their own gear. Helmets will be provided. However, all campers must bring their own baseball pants.
Clark Field is the home field for the St. Andrews baseball team. Clark Field is located on campus within walking distance of the PE Building.
Please check your email regularly as this is our primary way we communicate. Any additional information that we need to convey as the camp draws closer will be passed on to you via the e-mail address that you supplied when you signed up for camp. Please make it a habit to check your e-mail daily, this will eliminate any confusion and or miscommunication.
Check In at 8:30 a.m.
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New York City: Haus Interior
Head to the back of this cozy Nolita boutique and you'll spot German designer Nina Freudenberger creating eclectic interiors for stylish Manhattanites. The shop's vibe—streamlined Scandinavian chalet meets European hunting lodge—was inspired by Freudenberger's memories from Denmark and Bavaria. Throughout her showroom (where almost everything costs less than $300, and most items less than $50), there are unique curios for the home from up-and-coming artists. Plus, the shop's Wallpaper Bar features sample books from firms including Cole & Son and Studio Printworks; bring along your room measurements and a staffer will recommend patterns, calculate yardage, and even suggest an installer.
Favorite finds: Faux-aged trophies (like the one you took home after your third-grade spelling bee) that Haus engraves with the superlative of your choice (from $35) and illustrator Christopher Jagmin's graphic dinner sets featuring oversize numerals ($129 for four plates).
Los Angeles: Hollywood at Home
British transplant Peter Dunham is the go-to expert for celebrities who gravitate toward his clubby English spin on Old Hollywood style. At his West Hollywood showroom, one large space is set up like a boudoir: for winter, it was dressed in Carolina Irving Textiles' blue-and-white stripes and florals; the same space is now redecorated in eye-catching harem prints by pattern fanatic (and fellow British expat) Martyn Lawrence-Bullard. There's also an extensive selection of by-the-yard fabrics, including Dunham's fresh takes on Indian, Turkish, and Persian imagery.
Favorite finds: The store's best-selling How to Marry a Millionaire side chair ($1,650) is a reproduction of the oak-and-rush-seated classic seen in the 1950's film of the same name. Don't miss the collection of vintage books, including a first edition of Zsa Zsa Gabor's 1970's advice manual, How to Catch a Man, How to Keep a Man, How to Get Rid of a Man ($80).
Philadelphia: Minima
Istanbul native Eugenie Perret, the owner of this contemporary three-story gallery situated in the heart of Old City, and her partner, Michael Schmick, have capitalized on Philadelphia's recent design renaissance and turned their shop into a meeting space for the city's creative set. Philadelphians come as much to check out furnishings by international design stars Hella Jongerius, BarberOsgerby, and Maarten Baas as to support homegrown talents such as furniture maker John Bolle and sculptor Todd Noe.
Favorite finds: Minima is one of the best sources in the country for collectibles, including pieces such as Ben van Berkel's sinuous Circle sofa (price available upon request). For more portable souvenirs, check out Hiref glass vases ($465) with crescent-shaped stoppers (Perret discovered them in Turkey) and gilded hand-cast bone china skulls by Philadelphia-based artist Candy Depew ($1,450).
Savannah: Arcanum Antiques Interiors
"Eighteenth century meets eighteen minutes ago" is the mantra of this gas station turned showroom in Savannah, Georgia's historic district. Here, Southern standbys—silver mint-julep cups are a hot seller—stand beside oil paintings by local artists, including Samuel J. Ward and Daniel E. Smith, a former monk who creates color-drenched abstractions based on low-country landscapes and architecture.
Favorite finds: As befits its name, Arcanum specializes in decorative arcana. Look for crystal balls (from $57), Neoclassical-styled urns with brass snake handles ($88), and carved-bone lobsters and crayfish (from $290). Also popular: semiprecious gemstone strands from local designer Alexandra Trujillo's HRH The Duchess of State jewelry line (from $200).
Montreal: Celadon Collection
In Montreal, where interior shops tend to cater to either traditionalists or cutting-edge Modernists, Celadon Collection bridges the gap between stodgy and avant-garde perfectly. This 5,000-square-foot home emporium, located in a former garage on the western edge of Old Montreal, is the brainchild of one of Canada's top decorators, Scott Yetman. He and his business partner, Roy Caro, traverse the globe in search of antiques and well-made furnishings, so that Celadon—like Montreal itself—is a crossroads of European and North American influences.
Favorite finds: Parisian imports including Objet de Curiosité's egg-shaped volcanic rocks mounted on bronze bases ($630) and Hervé Gambs's hypoallergenic scented candles in subtle fragrances such as Waterflower and Cashmere Wood ($66).


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Charleston Tea Plantation shipping free "Tea for the Troops"
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A local business is doing their part to help the troops serving overseas. The Charleston Tea Plantation has been sending free boxes of tea overseas for several years.
Bigelow Tea Plantation in Connecticut partners with the Charleston Tea Plantation. They have been sending free tea to the troops overseas since 2009.
So far, more than 4 million tea bags have been sent to the troops with the program.
You can even stop by the Charleston tea Plantation and write a note to the troops. The note will be attached to a box of tea. William Hall with Charleston Tea Plantation says, "we have, inside, in the gift shop, a little table set up for Tea For Troops. You can write a little message. If your family member is in there, we'll make sure it gets to them, or just to the troops in general."
It is free to visit the Charleston Tea Plantation. Members of the military in uniform can take the trolley ride for half price.
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GSA Announces Across the Board Increases in Small Business Contracting
September 16, 2008
Contact: Diane Merriett, (202) 501-1231
WASHINGTON — The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) today announced it increased its small business contracting in Fiscal Year (FY) 2007 in every single category from its FY 2006 achievements.
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|Woman Owned Small Business
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GSA increased its total percentage of dollars going to small business from 32% in FY 2006 to 34% in FY 2007. That result is nearly 50 percent higher than the statutory goal of 23 percent set by Congress.
GSA also increased its contracting in all of the socio-economic small business categories, exceeding the statutory goal set by Congress in three of four categories. Based on preliminary numbers for FY 2008, GSA expects to exceed all socio-economic contracting goals, including the 3% goal for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses.
In addition to supporting small business in its own contracting activities, GSA manages the Schedules Program and multiple Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts that support small businesses. By creating and managing these contract vehicles, GSA helps increase federal contracting with small businesses governmentwide. Nearly 80% of all GSA Schedules contracts have been awarded to small businesses. In FY 2007 over 37% of all prime contracting dollars, or $13.4 billion, was awarded to small businesses via the GSA Schedules.
"I am very proud of GSA's efforts to help small businesses succeed," said Acting Administrator Jim Williams. "Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and we need these companies, which are run and employed by people in communities throughout America, to help our nation remain prosperous. We increase our contracts with small businesses every year, and I expect this trend to continue."
GSA provides a centralized delivery system of products and services to the federal government, leveraging its enormous buying power to get the best value for taxpayers.
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Jessica Alba Gossip
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Honestly, Jessica Alba: Part 2
Back in April, I wrote about Jessica Alba and The Honest Company acting like jerks towards a satirical parenting blog, The Honest Toddler. Click here for a refresher. At the time, The Honest Company took issue with the use of "honest," but a mini social media backlash supporting The Honest Toddler quickly formed, and Alba & Co quickly backpedalled and even gave the blog a gift pack to give a reader. Full Story
Alba the Eco-Warrior Decorator
Domaine Home, a new home décor site launched by the founders of mocktress bible WhoWhatWear.com, has recently featured the home of "actress and eco-evangelist" Jessica Alba -- move over David Suzuki! The piece is glowing, obviously; they refer to Alba as a mogul who embraces authenticity, so of course there's no mention of a decorator or even that the house was likely styled for the photo shoot (much like a house would be staged to lure in prospective buyers – that would be us). Full Story
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Honestly, Jessica Alba
Yes this post is about Jessica Alba, but like so many conversations we've had over the past few weeks, let's start with Gwyneth Paltrow. Gwyneth is owning it right now, and no matter how much we huff and puff and roll our eyes, there is also a sick need for us, even though you don't want to admit it, to pine for her WASP life. Full Story
The "chic and healthy" mom reads the WSJ
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It's only lunch. Try not to roll your eyes so hard you have to go home. Here's Jessica Alba on the morning show circuit in New York. She's promoting her new book The Honest Life, evidently a companion to her company, The Honest Company -- green for baby, or something. Here's the headline that accompanied her interview video on Good Morning America Full Story
Best Globes Colour: Jessica Alba
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Just the colour. Only the colour. Really great colour. The dress I could do without; it's a Dior and I'm not sure why Dior failed so miserably last night (see also upcoming Jennifer Lawrence and Marion Cotillard). Also the goddamn fishtail. And ...is that a muppet or a clutch? Put Jessica Alba in the category too of people who were there but we don't know why they were there. Full Story
Jessica Alba shops at Target
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In my short time (a few months, almost every day, sometimes a few times per day) practing meditation I have had some interesting experiences so far. Some of these experiences include parts of the body "disappearing" (usually hands first), feeling like the body is being stretched, (as if it were magnetic...sounds weird but I don't know how to describe this one), twisted, enlarged, very solid and disconnected. Also experiences ranging from deep calm and tranquility to panic attacks (though I figured out the source of these and so are not a problem anymore). I have also experienced what Ajahn Brahm calls the "Beautiful Breath" and seen a nimitta occassionally but I'm yet to enter a jhana.
Usually I only sit for 30-45 minutes with an alarm set or listening to a guided meditation and I have heard that to enter a jhana it takes longer than this, is this true or have I got my facts wrong? If it is true then would it be impossible for me to enter a jhana given that I never sit longer than 45 minutes? Also I think that I might be desiring to enter jhanas too much rather than just being content which is probably preventing the possibility of entering a jhana. I have read "Mindfulness, Bliss and Beyond" by Ajahn Brahm once through, which I found helpful, and will read it again soon. Also I will read "Mindfulness in Plain English" by Ven Henepola Gunaratana soon.
I try to keep the five precepts.
Given all the above information, what would some of you more experienced meditators suggest to help reach jhanas? Do I just need to be more patient and content or is there more to it than that?
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Safety Tips
Halloween is an exciting time for kids and parents. To make sure everyone has a safe holiday, here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
- Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
- Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for greater visibility.
- Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives. Hats should fit properly to prevent them from sliding over eyes.
- When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories look for and purchase those with a label clearly indicating they are flame resistant.
- If a sword, cane, or stick is a part of your child's costume, make sure it is not sharp or too long. A child may be easily hurt by these accessories if he stumbles or trips.
- Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts.
- Do not use decorative contact lenses without an eye examination and a prescription from an eye care professional. While the packaging on decorative lenses will often make claims such as "one size fits all," or "no need to see an eye specialist," obtaining decorative contact lenses without a prescription is both dangerous and illegal. This can cause pain, inflammation, and serious eye disorders and infections, which may lead to permanent vision loss.
- Teach children how to call 9-1-1 (or their local emergency number) if they have an emergency or become lost.
When carving pumpkins with children, follow these tips:
- Small children should never carve pumpkins. Children can draw a face with markers. Then parents can do the cutting.
- Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle to light your pumpkin. If you do use a candle, a votive candle is safest.
- Candlelit pumpkins should be placed on a sturdy table, away from curtains and other flammable objects, and should never be left unattended.
While trick-or-treating, here are more tips to follow to have a safe Halloween:
- A parent or responsible adult should always accompany young children on their neighborhood rounds.
- If your older children are going alone, plan and review the route that is acceptable to you. Agree on a specific time when they should return home.
- Only go to homes with a porch light on and never enter a home or car for a treat.
- Because pedestrian injuries are the most common injuries to children on Halloween, remind Trick-or Treaters:
- Stay in a group and communicate where they will be going.
- Carry a cell phone for quick communication.
- Remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk.
- If no sidewalk is available, walk at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic.
- Never cut across yards or use alleys.
- Only cross the street as a group in established crosswalks (as recognized by local custom). Never cross between parked cars or out driveways.
- Don't assume the right of way. Motorists may have trouble seeing Trick-or-Treaters. Just because one car stops, doesn't mean others will!
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Columbus Short was a no-show in court on Wednesday and now the actor has been slapped with a hefty child support bill.
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LONG BEACH, CA — The Specialty Coffee Association of America is putting the finishing touches on its 20th Annual Conference & Exhibition, themed "Roots," as VT goes to press. It's scheduled for May 2-5 at the Minneapolis (MN) Convention Center.
The event draws thousands of coffee producers, exporters, importers, roasters, retailers and manufacturers from more than 40 countries for the opportunity to expand their industry knowledge by touring the trade show and participating in more than 100 hands-on labs and lectures.
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Major news outlets have been almost entirely silent on the advancement of one of the most significant pieces of LGBT legislation in U.S. history - the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA).
Nine out of 10 voters believe - incorrectly - that federal law prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. In reality, it is perfectly legal (and common) to fire, harass, and discriminate against LGBT workers in most states in the U.S.
Part of the reason for the public's continued misconception is that mainstream media outlets have failed to report on the lack of progress on ENDA - a bill that would ban discrimination against LGBT workers. In an April 26article titled "Where is the media on ENDA?," the Columbia Journalism Review noted:
A bill that is crucial to the civil rights of the LGBT community was reintroduced in both houses of Congress on Thursday, and you probably didn't hear a thing about it.
[T]he media barely seems to care. A quick Google search showed that only a handful of mainstream outlets wrote stories about the measure in advance of its introduction.
That trend seems to have continued. On July 10, ENDA passed the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee in a bipartisan 15-7 vote, marking the furthest the bill had advanced in the Senate in 17 years.
According to a Media Matters analysis, however, cable news outlets almost entirely ignored the story, opting instead to fawn obsessively about the upcoming birth of the Prince William and Kate Middleton's baby:
On CNN, the disparity was most striking. The network failed to make even a single mention of ENDA's historic Senate advancement, but spent nearly an hour over the course of two weeks anticipating the birth of the royal baby. The network's hard-hitting coverage including segments trying to predict the baby's height and facial appearance:
The lack of ENDA coverage is especially noteworthy considering that the bill has been blocked in Congress for nearly 20 years despite overwhelming public support. As the Columbia Journalism Review noted:
It's been almost 20 years since its first introduction, and ENDA still hasn't passed, despite overwhelming public support. This is flabbergasting, and the media should write about it. All of the media, not just the excellent gay press.
There are 34 states where people face discrimination--at the very least, there should be 34 local news stories about that discrimination and about what would change if ENDA were to be passed. When Congress isn't listening to the people, the people deserve, at least, to know why.
As a result of the media's apathy when it comes to ENDA, many of the bill's opponents - including prominent Republicans like Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) - have been able to avoid answering uncomfortable questions about why they disagree with the majority of Americans who believe firing someone for being LGBT should be illegal.
In a statement to Media Matters, Employment Law Daily senior editor Lorene Park stated that increased, responsible media coverage of ENDA's advancement is necessary to help correct the public's misconceptions about the realities of workplace discrimination faced by LGBT Americans:
I personally would like to see the media deliver more complete information on the prevalence of employment discrimination against LGBT individuals. As an employment lawyer, I would also like to see more coverage of ENDA. I think more thorough coverage would spark a more meaningful discussion and clear up some misconceptions on what the law would actually do (level the playing field - not provide special rights to certain individuals). Hopefully, in light of the recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, and the fact that... the Senate HELP committee approved S. 815, ENDA will receive the coverage that any federal antidiscrimination legislation deserves.
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The Key to the Christian's Joy
from R.C. Sproul Jul 28, 2017 Category: ArticlesThe word joy appears over and over again in the Scriptures. For instance, the Psalms are filled with references to joy. The psalmists write, "Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning" (Ps. 30:5b) and "Shout for joy to God, all the earth" (Ps. 66... Keep Reading
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How Do We Learn to Best Pick Our Battles?
from R.C. Sproul Jr. May 14, 2011 Category: ArticlesThe devil, who is more crafty than any of the beasts of the field is well aware of the nature of our warfare. He knows that eternity is at stake, and delights first to make us forget the reality of the war. As we identify with the world we lose sight of the antithesis, and find ourselves at home in Babylon. If, however, we are rightly conscious of the battle, such doesn't mean we are rightly focused on the issues that matter most. If the devil can distract us, encourage us to focus our energies on peripheral issues, it's almost as good for him as if we weren't fighting at all. Keep Reading
The Father's Gift to the Son
from R.C. Sproul May 13, 2011 Category: ArticlesThe motif of the gift of the elect to the Son is expressed by Jesus on various occasions, particularly in the Gospel of John: "This is the will of the Father who sent Me, that of all He has given Me I should lose nothing, but should raise it up at the last day. And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that everyone who sees the Son and believes in Him may have everlasting life; and I will raise him up at the last day." Keep Reading
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from Karisa Schlehr May 13, 2011 Category: Ligonier ResourcesFind $5 Friday deals today on books, music, and teaching series covering the church, the authority of Scripture, Bible study, repentance, sanctification, and more. Sale starts Friday at 8 a.m. and ends Saturday at 8 a.m. EST. Keep Reading
Schism and the Local Church
from Tim Challies May 12, 2011 Category: Tabletalk Magazine"Although the Great Schism occurred in the eleventh century, dealing with schismatic people in the local church has been a problem since the days of the apostles." This problem is the theme of Michael Brown's article in the current issue of Tabletalk. "Schism is a division within or split from a church. It occurs in a congregation or denomination when a faction is formed on the basis of something other than the faith once for all delivered to the saints. It is distinguished from heresy, which is false teaching about doctrine. While heresies can (and often do) lead to schisms, most schisms in the local church do not involve heresy. They usually erupt from some 'quarrel over opinions' (Rom. 14:1) in matters not essential to the faith." Keep Reading
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from Karisa Schlehr May 11, 2011 Category: Ligonier ResourcesA few weeks ago we introduced a new series from David Murray and HeadHeartHand on the appearances of Christ in the Old Testament as the Angel of the Lord. Today brings the seventh episode in the preview series. You can watch the first two episodes of CrossReference: Discovering Christ in the Old Testament here, and the remaining videos will be available for temporary viewing each week for the next three weeks at the Ligonier blog, Challies, and HeadHeartHand. Please note each episode will only be available for viewing for one week. Keep Reading
How the Gospel Brings Us All the Way Home, New from Reformation Trust
from Deborah Finnamore May 11, 2011 Category: Reformation TrustIf you were to think of the best news imaginable, what would come to your mind? That you are debt free? Healed from a terminal disease? Perhaps a new job after a long period of unemployment? While each of these examples would certainly be good news, Derek W.H. Thomas asks us to consider this as the best news imaginable: "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus" (Rom. 8:1). Keep Reading
Charles Hodge: Guardian of American Orthodoxy
from Keith Mathison May 11, 2011 Category: Book ReviewsCharles Hodge stands as one of the most influential giants of American Reformed theology. In his fifty-five years at Princeton Theological Seminary (1822–1878), he taught over three thousand students. Through his magnum opus, his three-volume Systematic Theology, he has taught countless thousands more. Many of today's leading Reformed theologians count Hodge as one of their major influences. It is surprising therefore, that Paul Gutjahr's biography is the first modern critical biography of Hodge to appear in print. A work of this kind is long overdue. Keep Reading
Support Ligonier through Crossway Impact
from Karisa Schlehr May 10, 2011 Category: Ministry NewsLove both Crossway and Ligonier? Now you can support Ligonier Ministries through Crossway's new rewards program, Crossway Impact. Crossway Impact was created for readers who want to invest their resources wisely by buying books and making an impact. In addition to great annual benefits, you have the opportunity to send 5% of the money you spend at Crossway to the ministry of your choice, including Ligonier. And for the first year you get to name your own price for the membership fee Keep Reading
Imputation, Infusion and Eternal Consequence: A Parable
from R.C. Sproul Jr. May 10, 2011 Category: ArticlesIt is an unfair, gross distortion to hold that Rome teaches justification by works, while we Protestants teach justification by faith. The more accurate distinction recognizes on both sides the necessity of the work of Christ. Rome affirms that His righteousness is necessary for our salvation, that without it we are without hope. That righteousness, however, becomes ours through infusion. Protestants affirm also that His righteousness is necessary for salvation, that we have no hope without it. It, however, becomes ours through imputation. Keep Reading


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DOWNEY - Imagine police have received a tip that an armed and dangerous suspect has taken a weapon to a crowded football stadium.
They have a photo of him, but how will they pick him out of a crowd of hundreds or thousands?
Or a sniper has opened fire on a school campus. How long will it take for first responders to identify where shots are coming from and to disarm or disable the suspect?
Raytheon has asked and answered those questions with the latest in military and public safety technology, all of which was unveiled to law enforcement officials and the media Monday during the official opening of the company's Public Safety Regional Technology Center.
"We've heard from police departments and fire departments that they would like to have a place where they can come and see all the technology," said Raytheon spokesman Peter Ramjug. "This center is the first of its kind."
From the outside, the technology center, which sits on Woodruff Avenue at Stewart and Gray Road in Downey, looks like any other industrial complex.
The displays inside, however, look like something out of a James Bond bad guy's secret lair, with shooter-direction technology that can identify the source of gunfire by reading supersonic shock waves triggered by bullets and muzzle blasts, and 3-D facial recognition systems that can pick out partially obscured faces from up to 30 feet away.
Monday's grand opening drew public safety officials from throughout Southern California, including the Long Beach Police, Los Angeles County Sheriff's and Downey Fire departments.
Officers, deputies, soldiers and security experts crowded around displays, including a police car sliced in half to show how the mobile data computer system works. With the system, officers can download finger prints, mug shots, license plate numbers and link with FBI and other databases at the touch of a keyboard.
Maps of an incident site materialize instantly and show how close other police and fire units are. Targets can be watched simultaneously from the air, ground and sea. With a swipe of a finger, perimeters can be drawn on one screen and shared with all other responders via in-car computer systems, laptops or even smart phones.
"It's a hell of a lot better than working off a yellow pad (of paper) on the hood of a car," said Long Beach Deputy Police Chief Bill Blair.
The possibilities of such systems are limited only by the amount of data available and money an agency has to spend, engineers noted.
Though the technology on display doesn't come cheap, the time and lives saved by the systems makes up for the cost, said retired Los Angeles Fire Battalion Chief Tom Brennan.
Brennan demonstrated the Controlled Impact Rescue Tool, a 104-pound unit that blasts softball-sized holes in concrete up to one foot thick.
It uses sound waves to weaken the concrete and carries an impact 20 times greater than a sledgehammer without the vibrations. It's self-contained, requires no ancillary equipment, needs only two people and can be pulled from the box and deployed.
It would have been handy in the 1986 arson fire at the Los Angeles Public Library, Brennan said.
Back then, it took hours for firefighters to cut through the concrete ceiling with jackhammers to vent the super-heated gasses inside. There was no timely way to create an exit for water blasted into the scorching building that flooded back out and scalded firefighters.
With the controlled-impact tool, just a few holes could have been punched within minutes to create a runoff trough, Brennan said.
Such holes can also be used to allow cameras that read through smoke and low-light to show any trapped people.
"I honestly think it would ... save the lives of not just firefighters, but any people trapped in buildings," Brennan said.
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Fox News has been forced to air footage of Wisconsin labor protesters shouting "Fox lies" and "tell the truth" during its live coverage of the labor protests.
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Protesters Shout "Fox Lies" During Live Report From WI Capitol. On the February 18 edition of Your World, protesters chanted "Fox lies" during correspondent Jeff Flock's live report on the labor protests from the Wisconsin Capitol building. During the segment, guest host Chris Cotter stated, "Well, I'll tell you, Jeff, those folks protesting Fox -- I'm wondering if they would prefer a state-run television network providing all the coverage." [Fox News, Your World, 2/18/11]
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I loved this series when I first saw it, before being spoiled with all the high end animation and everything.
But I have to say, I love old school anime A LOT more than I like a lot of the newer stuff their releasing these days.
MAZE I feel didn't age all that well with the passing of the years but yet no matter what I love this series and its voice acting in english! Same with Slayers ( Though Jap is prefered ). I feel that back when anime wasn't so generally loved and popular that it was a lot more original and was done a lot better, cuz they HAD to do a good job to get it to sell at all. Nowadays, throw together the anime with some nice animation, a decent story line and some big name voice actors and you've got a cash cow to ride out for a while before you release the NEXT big thing.
I feel that a lot of the newer animes have become...unoriginal and too based on plot line formulas. Newer anime I feel isn't very fresh except for the few titles that are actually trying to be somewhat original with what they are.
I am also finding myself getting tired of the CG animation which is always so clean and pristine, the good ol' hand drawn animes I feel had more character.
This is my opinion, but I love old school anime a lot more than the newer stuff with but a few exceptions ( Kanon and Clannad, you complete me! )
I am also tired of hearing all the same voice actors for everything, in both Japanese and English dubbing...
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S.I. Strong (University of Missouri School of Law) has posted "Navigating the Borders Between International Commercial Arbitration and U.S. Federal Courts: A Jurisprudential GPS", Journal of Dispute Resolution (forthcoming)/University of Missouri School of Law Legal Studies Research Paper No. 2012-12. Here is the abstract:
To the uninitiated, international commercial arbitration may seem as if it "isn't all that different" from domestic arbitration or litigation. However, the truth of the matter is that international commercial arbitration is an extremely challenging area of law, full of traps for inexperienced parties.
This is particularly true with respect to the parties' ability to seek relief from U.S. federal courts. While some advocates may believe that a visit to the judge is the best and fastest way to get results in certain types of procedural disputes, that tactic is often inappropriate in international arbitral proceedings, where the tribunal's jurisdiction and powers are frequently in tension with the jurisdiction and power of various national courts (since there may be multiple courts that could potentially become involved with a particular matter).
Quite simply, this area of practice is unlike any other, and the only way to avoid making expensive and time-consuming errors is to gain an overview of the process from a specialist's perspective. This Article provides just that sort of guide, outlining the various ways in which U.S. federal courts can become involved in international commercial arbitration and introducing both basic and advanced concepts in a straightforward, practical manner. However, this Article provides more than just an overview. Instead, it discusses relevant issues on a motion-by-motion basis, helping readers find immediate answers to their questions while also getting a picture of the field as a whole.
Written especially for busy lawyers, this Article gives practitioners, arbitrators and new and infrequent participants in international commercial arbitration a concise but comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges that arise in this complex area of law. Experienced counsel will also find the discussion helpful, not only as a means of explaining the process to clients and junior colleagues but also as a tactical tool to help consider various options in situations where a U.S. federal court may become (or has become) involved in an international arbitral proceeding.
Download a pdf copy of the article at SSRN here.
Tags: Arbitration, Arbitration award, Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards, Dispute resolution, Federal Arbitration Act, Law, United States federal courts, University of Missouri School of Law


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DOVER, VT -- Vermont and Massachusetts police are hoping someone in the New England vending community recognizes a thief caught on camera who has been on a crime spree in the region since early winter.
Officer Rich Werner of Vermont's Dover Police Department said the alleged thief likely works in the vending business or with a locksmith, or has such prior experience, given the ease with which he has burglarized vending machines at locations ranging from ski resorts to rest stops.
"It appears as though he comes out of Massachusetts or Connecticut, as there were similar pictures in Massachusetts, and a rest area in Vermont had its machines broken into that is between here and Massachusetts," Werner told Vending Times.
Information on the suspect can be reported to the Dover Police Dept. at (802) 464-8722.


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By the time Cerf died, in 1971, he realized to his regret that synergy was a siren that had swallowed him whole.
But Cerf was speaking back in 2006, testifying to a U.S. Senate committee.
Owing to his position, Cerf Berr was enabled to work for the emancipation of his brethren.
I am lodged at the Cerf, and I shall be here until the day after to-morrow.
The Cerf became separated from the squadron and returned to France.
But at last the superior metal of the "Cerf" won for her the victory.
A fortnight later the Cerf passed along under easy sail between the island of Margarita and the mainland.
All this time the Speedy was playing upon the Cerf's quarter.
I have never seen the brand-hirtz or Cerf d'Ardennes, nor the European elk.
Next day the "Cerf" went in toward the coast to find him, the others remaining meanwhile outside in the track of vessels.


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September 2011
Friday, Sept. 30, 2011 -- Construction zones
Regarding the CANHR infill project, Facilities Services' "Facilities Matters" web page says: "The use of the [construction] crane will be on the north side of the Arctic Health building from 9-24 to 9-25." Yet returning from lunch break today I noticed the crane swing from south to north over the building's east side as a student stood outside talking on her phone. The idea of working in a fully occupied building with a giant crane swinging overhead makes me nervous. Is this really safe? And most importantly, when will this all be over?
From Cam Wohlford, UAF Design and Construction
On Wednesday, Sept. 28, the contractor for the Arctic Health Courtyard Infill for the Center for Alaska Native Health Research was required to off-load some steel bar joists that were delivered on Koyukuk Drive around 11 a.m. The contractor established a safety zone around the off-load area and the contractor and UAF personnel were present to ensure pedestrians were routed away from the work zone. UAF personnel guided several pedestrians away from the work zone during the 30 minute off load. Between UAF and the contractor, we covered all areas that pedestrians were traveling and felt the safety plan established by the contractor worked well. UAF and the contractor will continue to be vigilant in their safety precautions and we asked that all UAF staff, students, and faculty recognize the dangers present with constructing on campus and raise their awareness levels when traveling around campus. The crane is expected to be on site through Oct. 14.
Friday, Sept. 30, 2011 -- Wi-fi on campus
Will UAF ever have a campus-wide Wi-fi network? Currently, students with laptops, tablets, or smart phones need to have costly data plans in order to use these devices outside of the walls of classrooms and buildings here at UAF. It would greatly enhance the quality of life for students if they could take the learning environment outside, granted, when it isn't too cold. Wi-fi availability is no longer a perk, but a necessity in the world of today.
From Karl Kowalski, Chief Information Technology Officer
Yes. Each year the Office of Information Technology examines wireless needs around the campus and works to expand existing coverage. As the vast majority of our season confines us to the indoor computing environment, our priority has been to improve wireless throughout internal structures. As we continue to build out our wireless infrastructure, we do plan to take into consideration outdoor learning areas. Some areas are currently accessible out of doors. One should be able to receive wireless coverage outside of the library in Constitution Park, outside of Wood Center and in outdoor areas between the Arctic Health Building and the West Ridge complex.
While this coverage is by no means complete, we understand that the need for wireless is increasing and will continue to expand our coverage as we are able to commit funding.
Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011 -- Wellness Program funding
Keeping with the WIN for Alaska Program conversation -- with the amount if money that's being spent -- couldn't that money be dispersed equally between each employee, university wide, as a membership to their respective SRC and then the rest of the funds be put towards those SRC's locker rooms, equipment, general operating funds, etc?
From Beth Behner, SW Human Resources
The Joint Health Care Committee has already reviewed prior inquiries about funding Fairbanks-based employees' memberships in SRC. However, the Wellness Program is for employees throughout the UA System and in some locations there are no university-run facilities similar to the SRC. The JHCC has favored use of wellness incentive money that can be equitably distributed. As a result, if partial reimbursement of SRC fees is considered for Fairbanks employees, other types of reimbursements would have to be permitted so that employees can participate equally regardless of location. It would not be appropriate to use wellness incentive funds for operating expenses or equipment at one campus only.
Any suggestions for changes to the UA Wellness Program should be forwarded to members of the Staff Health Care Committee or Joint Health Care Committee for consideration. Contact information is available online.
Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011 -- Dependent audit savings
This morning's news repeated your earlier report about the results of the dependent audit, indicating an estimated savings of $470,000 to the health plan. This is based on the assumption that
the dependents removed from the plan each used the "average" amount of health care, or $4,500 each. However, in most health plans the average cost is driven by a small percentage of users with very high
costs. This makes the mean value you reported misleading, because the majority of health plan members use much less than the "average". Can you please report the median spending level for
health plan dependents, so we can get a more accurate idea of the likely savings?
From Beth Behner, SW Human Resources
It is true that not everyone will be at the average cost, but we need to use the mean cost per dependent as we don't know if the individuals removed from the plan were above or below the mean. Using the mean dollar cost gives us an approximate cost savings based on the entire population of the university.
Another important item to consider is that we don't know what ineligible dependents' future costs might have been if they had remained on the plan. Any individual plan member may have catastrophic level claims in the future, even if they have not had them in the past.
Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011 -- KCBF to broadcast hockey
Why was KSUA not chosen to broadcast UAF Hockey? Does Athletics pay KCBF? does the KCBF give money to Athletics? Who gets the money from the ad revenue?
From Forrest Karr, Director of Athletics
The decision to broadcast all Nanook sports on KCBF was made to maintain, and hopefully increase, exposure for the programs. The Department of Athletics will not pay KCBF, nor will KCBF pay the Department of Athletics to broadcast games. KCBF will keep all ad revenue this year and they will use some of it to contract directly with Bruce Cech to pay his salary. In previous years, the Department of Athletics contracted with Bruce to call hockey games. In many of these years, the UAF Face-Off Club was able to sell enough underwriting spots to reimburse the department for over half of Bruce's salary.
Nanook hockey has been broadcast on KSUA 91.5 FM for 10 years.
Nanook men's and women's basketball games have been broadcast on KCBF 820 AM for around 10 years as well.
Glen "Glenner" Anderson, KCBF Operations Manager and John Hajdukovich usually call the basketball games. Glenner, along with Perry Walley, KCBF General Manager, felt that it was no longer financially possible to just broadcast men's and women's basketball, unless they were able to add hockey to the line-up. They also agreed to hire Bruce as the on-air talent for hockey.
There were other considerations for this change:
- All Nanook sports will be consolidated on KCBF - 820 AM, a station specializing in sports programming.
- New Northwest Broadcasters (NNB) has multiple stations, including KCBF, to promote the games and advertise for sponsors.
- More people will have access to games. KSUA is 3,000 W. KCBF is 10,000 W.
- KCBF already works with UAF journalism students for Nanook basketball broadcasts and KCBF plans to provide even more opportunities for journalism students with the addition of hockey.
- Bruce and Glenner have been doing Nanook games for years so fans will continue hearing familiar voices.
KSUA did a great job over the last decade and was a big part of helping build the hockey program's popularity. We decided to move Nanook hockey to KCBF for the reasons listed above. We truly appreciate the enormous effort that Channon Price and many students put into making sure the KSUA broadcasts were high quality and always done in a very professional manner.
Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011 -- Windows in Irving
I was curious about the new windows cut into the Irving Building recently. What was up with that?
From Brian Barnes, IAB director
IAB paid for three new windows to be installed in Irving I this summer. The windows were placed in two faculty offices that previous had none and we put one in the IAB event room, where we have receptions, coffee, and lunch.
Though the Irving Building is on the West Ridge with potentially marvelous views of the valley, no south, east, or west facing offices have windows; It's our goal to add windows to offices, where staff and faculty work all day, to provide a quality workspace, healthy fresh air and natural light.
Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011 -- Employee giving
How much do university employees give annually to support scholarships and other activities at UAF?
Nearly 600 employees gave more than $229,000 to UAF in FY11.
Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011 -- Terrain park
What's the timeline on the Nanook terrain park? I've heard a lot about the outdoor climbing wall, and I can see a couple of mounds where is looks like some jumps will be, but I haven't read an update on when the park will open. It's almost winter! Give me some good news!
The Nanook Terrain Park is currently under development with the assistance of the United States Terrain Park Council. Representatives of the Council recently visited UAF to assist in the development of the Park. Planning will continue throughout the fall 2011 and spring 2012 academic year - with a tentative opening scheduled fall of 2012.
UAF will seek the USTPC's Smart Parks Certification. Certification is achieved through the implementation of engineering design best practices in the planning, construction, maintenance, management, and operation of terrain park features. Look for updates later in the semester.
Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011 -- Proposed power plant
Will the new power plant be able to burn paper waste as well as coal? It seems to me that we could cut some of our fuel costs by burning waste paper and cardboard. Also, what alternative energy strategies is UAF pursuing to lower energy costs on campus?
Yes. One of the benefits of the new heat and power plant we are looking at building is that it can burn a wide variety of solid fuels, including waste paper and biomass products. While those fuel sources may or may not be more cost-effective than coal, we feel that exploring the use of a percentage of renewable fuels is the responsible thing to do. Our new heat and power plant would also be more efficient and cleaner-burning than the existing plant, which means that for a given amount of fuel, we can generate more heat and power and do so with fewer emissions. In addition to those efforts with a new plant, we are planning a diversified energy portfolio for UAF's future, including the use of gas instead of diesel for our backup boilers, the installation of solar panels and the potential to purchase wind power as it becomes available.
Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011 -- Sun Star publishing salaries
Is there anymore information about the salary release website the Sun Star is putting together?
From Marmian Grimes, UAF Public Information Officer
The university provided the salary data to the Sun Star and understand that they are currently formatting the data into a usable and secure format for the Web. The paper's editor, Heather Bryant, has indicated that she'd like to have published online before the end of the semester.
Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011 -- President's pay raise
8.5% raise?!? Where is that money coming from? If the BOR has funds to give President Gamble that large a raise, why not the rest of us?
From Kate Ripley, SW Office of Public Affairs
The Board of Regents approved an increase to President Gamble's pay for two primary reasons: 1) to move the salary closer to current market rates for university system presidents at peer institutions and 2) for exceptional performance.
Even with the raise, the UA president's salary is 76.5 percent of the market rate. UA historically has used 90 percent of the market median for presidents of peer institutions as a benchmark in setting the president's salary.
Regents said they offered the president a lower salary when he started last year ($295,000 compared to the previous president's $370,000 base/bonus total) with the intention of assessing and rewarding performance. A consultant advised the regents that a competitive starting salary for a system president ranged from between $300,000 to $350,000.
Regents believe President Gamble deserves the increase. Completion of the Academic Master Plan in collaboration with faculty, an emphasis on cooperation and teamwork between campuses and chancellors, the focus on a new strategic direction and improved communication were cited as examples of his performance.
UA strives to keep its salaries at competitive levels for all positions, and uses appropriate benchmarks for salary comparisons (similar pay for similar work).
If you believe your current pay for your particular position is not competitive with that of other employers, or that your level of performance is worthy of a merit increase, please discuss it with your supervisor.
The president's pay increase is funded from the same pool used for all executive salaries (unrestricted funds). A reallocation within Statewide will be necessary.
Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2011 -- STARS sustainabililty report
I would like to read the STARS sustainability report, but I don't find it anywhere on the web. Are you going to publish it, so we know what we did as an institution to warrant the award?
Please visit our website for more information on sustainability efforts at UAF.
From Michelle Hebert, Office of Sustainability
The report is online at on the Sustainability Tracking Assessment & Rating System website.
To find out how you can get involved in current sustainability efforts at UAF, visit the UAF Office of Sustainability website.
Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2011 -- Recycling at UAF
Where does UAF's recycling go, exactly? I know that the university has a partnership with K&K, but what does K&K do with the plastics, glass, etc. collected? Is it sent out of state? Does it stay here? I have also heard that in other places, such as Anchorage, a Dumpster that is "contaminated" (that is, if someone puts #5 plastics in a #4 bin or similar) cannot be recycled and instead those items head to the dump. How is this handled at UAF? I have noticed that the bins often have items in them that don't correspond to the labels on the outside (glass, cardboard, etc.).
From Michelle Hebert, Office of Sustainability
All the materials at the UAF recycle collection site in the Nenana Parking lot goes to K&K.The glass is crushed and used locally for road sand and horticulture sand. The mixed paper and cardboard is pelletized and burned to make electricity. The steel and aluminum is bailed and shipped out of state for reprocessing. If there is minor contamination it is pulled out by the crew at K&K recycling. The only time a load was not excepted was early in the program when someone had put a large load of dirty diapers. It was felt this put the sorting crew at a risk.
Please visit our website for more information on sustainability efforts at UAF.
Monday, Sept. 12, 2011 -- Cost of university's wellness program
How much is the university paying for the WIN program? The costs of the mailings alone must be high. Is there be a way to spend less on mailings to not only save money but also to help the university's efforts to be sustainable?
From Beth Behner, UA Human Resources
The total cost for UA's wellness program in FY11 was $1,879,477. Most of that amount ($1,861,594) was related to programs provided by our primary wellness vendor, "WIN for Alaska." The amount paid to WIN includes the cost of UA's Individual Health Planning (IHP) program, which in FY11 provided personalized coaching services to employees to improve overall health, manage weight, reduce stress and develop an exercise plan. It also includes other incentive programs run by WIN, such as the "Get-the-Point" program, wellness breaks offered at numerous campus sites throughout the year, and fitness classes that many employees attend at no cost to them. While individualized coaching and other wellness offerings are expensive, many employees who utilize these services say they have experienced tremendous improvements through UA's wellness program.
UA has not been able to determine a return on investment from these wellness programs because we are not currently collecting and analyzing biometrics of individuals who use UA's wellness program. Having WIN for Alaska and other health plan providers gather and compile biometric data (while maintaining this data confidentially and inaccessible to any employees of the university) would make it possible to validate that UA employees are improving the state of their health through wellness activities. We would have the ability to tie the reduction in employees' health risks to known cost savings.
In response to your other question, the periodic mailings that come from WIN are included in base program costs. The university is not charged extra for those. We do have additional mailings that are from a company called Personal Best; these are pamphlets containing tips on nutrition and wellness that are mailed to employees' homes bi-monthly. The cost for those services in FY11 was approximately $10,000. Most communications to employees are sent electronically, but some pamphlets and mailings are sent through the postal service as well, so that they can be read by employees' spouses and dependents. Often an employee's spouse may be the one making decisions regarding health care use and whether to participate in wellness activities. The university uses a variety of methods to communicate so that if people don't use computers often, they will still receive pamphlets in the mail.
For more information and to sign up for wellness activities, please see the
UA Benefits website at http://www.alaska.edu/benefits/wellness-programs/
Is there a way to opt out of mailings from the various programs, including the Personal Best mailings?
There really isn't.The lists are pulled from Banner reports of eligible and enrolled employees. It's part of the benefits package at the University of Alaska, and you can't opt out of it any more than you could opt out of the basic life insurance or long-term disability plan. You can always delete the emails and recycle the newsletters, but there's good information that can apply to anyone interested in improving their health.
Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011 -- ORP contributions
When the university steals ORP retirement/pension contributions from employees who work less than the 3-years required for vesting, where does the money go? In many cases, UAF's contributions come from the same external grants that fund the employees' salaries; does UAF return the taken-back funds to the grants' sources, or does UAF "pocket" them?
From Beth Behner, UA Human Resources
When individuals do not vest in UA's pension or in ORP, the amounts are not spent for other purposes. As required by the IRS, the ORP and pension forfeitures are used to pay ORP and pension contributions for current active employees.
Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011 -- Health care and benefits information
I submitted a question about finding the new health plan coverage details in early July and received a reply that they would be posted online. The page I was directed to only had very brief overviews. I am having a complex medical issue and need to look at the full benefits booklet. I still can't find the new health care plan coverage booklet online on the obvious UAF benefits pages http://www.alaska.edu/benefits/health-plan-changes/ or http://www.alaska.edu/benefits/health-plan/
Am I looking in the wrong places or overlooking the link on the UAF site? Can the University please contact Premera and ask them to post a booklet?
Thank you for your help!
From Beth Behner, UA Human Resources
The University Benefits office is currently working with Premera to provide an updated Handbook, or Summary Plan Description. There were many detailed changes regarding provisions of Federal Health Care Reform that went into effect July 2011, which had to be defined and included in the Handbook this year. The University has asked Premera for numerous clarifications on documents they provided, to assist with this process.
It may be another few weeks before the Handbook can be posted. In the meantime, for information on UA health plan or coverage, please call customer service at Premera or the SW Benefits office.
There is also a lot of information available on the
that may be useful for you to review.
Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011 -- ConSova audit results
When the employee health insurance audit was announced, we were told that the results would be announced (eg. if it really accomplished anything given the cost and hassle it caused.) Is this
still going to happen? If so, when? If not, why not?
From Beth Behner, UA Human Resources
Thank you for the reminder.
This following out on the UA Benefits listserve from me today.
Last winter, the University of Alaska initiated an audit of all Dependents enrolled in the UA health plan as of January, 2011, to ensure that only eligible individuals were covered. Other employers who have conducted dependent audits have found between 5 and 8 percent of dependents to be ineligible. UA used an external vendor, ConSova, to conduct the dependent audit.
We have now completed the audit. Following the work performed by ConSova and a careful final review by Statewide HR, the University determined that 103 dependents were ineligible to be on the plan. (The University will continue taking verification documents from employees who have not yet submitted them, so this number may change.) Using the amount of $4,563 per year, which is the average cost for dependents' health care claims using FY10 amounts, the UA health care plan is projected to save around $470,000 in projected claims costs because of this audit.
The 103 ineligible dependents represent less than 2 percent of the 5,590 dependents on the plan, fewer than have been found by other employers who undertake audits. We are pleased that UA employees have done a good job in removing or not enrolling dependents who don't qualify as eligible. Ineligible dependents on UA's plan present actual and potential claims costs that would unfairly burden the rest of UA employees and the institution, which pays for over 80 percent of plan costs overall.
The University's current procedure for enrolling new health care dependents now includes a requirement that employees present verification documents to the campus HR offices for review at the time of enrollment. Benefits managers consider it a best practice to conduct health plan eligibility audits every five years or so, to ensure that divorced spouses and other dependents no longer eligible to be on the plan can be identified and removed. While there are no current plans for another audit, it's reasonable to assume one will be conducted in the future.
I appreciate the assistance of the Joint Health Care Committee, the Staff Health Care Committee and all UA employees during the completion of the dependent audit.
Beth stated anticipated savings are $470,000 over the next year. How much of that savings is going to pay Consova's fee? How many names did Consova provide that, after the university's internal re-audit, turned out to still be eligible?
From Beth Behner, UA Human Resources
The dependent audit conducted by ConSova for UA took approximately five months and cost $67,975. There were 5,386 dependents of UA employees audited. ConSova found 267 of these dependents to be ineligible in mid-June. This group included dependents who were acknowledged by employees to be ineligible, as well as dependents for whom employees provided incomplete verification information or no information.
After UA received ConSova's list, Statewide Human Resources conducted an additional case by case review. The UA Benefits office communicated directly to all of the employees with enrolled dependents who were on ConSova's list. UA took this step to ensure that employees had received earlier communications and had every opportunity to participate. The University asked the employees to provide documents if they wished to have their dependents remain on the plan. Employees were reminded of the deadline for providing information. Additionally, UA's Benefits Office reviewed copies of documents submitted to ConSova, to see whether we agreed with ConSova's recommendation of ineligibility.
Following an additional period of time given to employees to respond, and UA's direct review process, 103 dependents were found ineligible. The estimate of $470,000 in potential cost savings from 103 ineligible dependents (referenced in my memo to employees) was based on the average health care claims amount on a per dependent basis from 2010. Quite a few employees were still gathering and providing documents at that time, and some remain in discussions with UA regarding their circumstances, so the number of dependents ultimately found ineligible may change.