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Just got an inquiry from a couple who want bring their 4 parrots. Seriously. 4 parrots.
That's hilarious! Why in the world is someone traveling with their parrots? Are they relocating?
I rented to a nice senior couple last October who traveled from Colorado to Hawaii. They told me that they travel A LOT...and that was the first time they could not take their parrot, because it's complicated bringing animals into Hawaii.
The bird has been all over the USA. They showed me photos on their computer of "the bird" at the Grand Canyon, "the bird" in New York City", "the bird" on the Brooklyn Bridge, "the bird" at Niagra Falls, "the bird" in Utah, "the bird" camping.....that bird went everywhere they did and they travelled to almost all the States. The guy would put the bird in his pocket when they had to get inside some places.
I have a no-pet policy which is clearly stated. But, someone actually called me a while back and asked if they may bring their "goat"...that would stay in the garden and never enter the house. So, before asking price and availability, their first question was whether my garden was fenced in. People have goats on my island...and this one was a beloved pet. (I could not let them bring the goat.}
I used to own parrot {Boris}. He spent his time on a tall perch...or sitting on the "arm" of a stereo system we had {Boris liked music}. Anyway...it can get messy so if you consider permitting them to bring their 4 parrots, I suppose you should impose some "parrot rules"....like, they must stay caged....or you and/or your cleaner may need to clean up after and sanitize some "high places" where they perched.
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I rented to a nice senior couple last October who traveled from Colorado to Hawaii. They told me that they travel A LOT...and that was the first time they could not take their parrot, because it's complicated bringing animals into Hawaii.
The bird has been all over the USA. They showed me photos on their computer of "the bird" at the Grand Canyon, "the bird" in New York City", "the bird" on the Brooklyn Bridge, "the bird" at Niagra Falls, "the bird" in Utah, "the bird" camping.....that bird went everywhere they did and they travelled to almost all the States. The guy would put the bird in his pocket when they had to get inside some places.
Hilarious story, and helpful info, too, Anja !
Yes, I could imagine that having a bird in the house could get very messy, unless the bird is potty trained ??
I have a no pet policy. When I met some of my guests about a month ago, they apparently liked and trusted me so they said, "we know we aren't supposed to bring pets, but come in and meet our bird." I followed them into the kitchen where the bird was located in a cage. Before I could say "Squat" (or "Tweet"), they took it out and put it on my shoulder, the whole family of four looking on admiringly. Then one of them said something about "oh, it looks like it might have to go to the bathroom." I was appalled but kept my demeanor.
Although I liked the family, I was relieved when that bird and them left town. Luckily, I could not find any "remants" left behind after a careful search through the apartment and cleaning. But I was not happy about their deception.
I changed my rental agreement to put still cleaning fee penalties in there for any pets that were not approved by me (as owner) in advance. I don't think this will happen again. If it does, at least they will be paying for the cleaning process.
In 10 years of renting, we've had two pet stays where birds were involved. Both guests gave me complete background on their birds, explained how they care for them and how the bird is caged, and agreed to take care of full clean-up if needed. I called a friend who worked at a zoo aviary during college and he gave me the scoop on whether accepting a bird would be an issue LOL I have to say, both families were extremely grateful and the housekeepers said they found no trace of feathers, bird feed or droppings. One family even sent me crazy pictures of their bird with his "costumes" on. One was Uncle Sam and that was a hoot. Another was where they'd taken him for a walk--really--to our community lake. They sent several photos of him sitting on tree branches and a rock with his "flight suit" and attached leash. BTW, both of the bird "guests" were smaller breeds. One was a Lorie (sp?) and the other was that smaller parrot variety that's bright green. The breed name escapes me now, sorry. I would not rule out birds totally but definitely ask a lot of questions and make it worth your while financially with a pet stay fee and maybe even additional security deposit.
This is a great topic......and I've got to add a bit here. I work with birds and travel with birds through my full time job. They are not parrots or parakeets, but birds of prey. It's very hard to find a place (I always have to go to hotels because most of my travel is just a day or two here and there to to talks about birds of prey and conservation, etc)
I always tell the hotel I have an Eagle, Hawk, Falcon, or whatever with me and that it will be in it's kennel when it's in the room, or will sit on a perch (the floor is completely covered with a sheet I travel with....clean and non stinky for every trip) for short periods of time to stretch or enjoy time with some human companionship and look out the window. At first, they are aghast that I would want to bring a bird of prey into their hotel, but I send pics in some cases and tell them that a raptor will be the most quiet guest they've ever had. Some just don't allow pets at all and that's fine, but I have a list of places I go in many cities where they welcome me and my raptor friends happily. I have even done free talks for hotel guests in the lobby or entry area to thank the hotel for their hospitality. I carry a dust buster to clean up any traces of feathers, etc. and when I leave a room, you would never have a clue a bird was there at all. I even have a lint cleaner that I roll on the floor to make sure there aren't any tiny bits of down left anywhere. If someone were to ask about having a parrot in my vacation rental, I would allow it, as long as they were as anal as I am about cleaning up after the bird. My birds also don't walk around pooping on things...they stay on their perches, so I know where "stuff" will drop. I take them out with falconry equipment for a walk in the outdoors during our stay, and they get to flap wings, watch other birds and people, etc.
I've had hotel managers say "we thought you were nuts at first, but it worked out fine and our other guests loved talking to you and seeing your birds".
Trish...how interesting!
I love birds....and I'd love to experience "the birds of prey". I've not seen an Eagle, but Hawk and Falcon, yes...and Owl. Gorgeous. That's an interesting profession you have. Do you have a website about them?
My husband and I would love to see it.
I'm in a fly-to location and travelling from outside into my State with a pet of any kind is a headache to pre-arrange...so "pet issues" are not something I would normally experience from vacationers here .... unless it's a resident of the State travelling either within the island or inter-island with their pet.
Sure......it's www.peregrinefund.org
I work at the visitor's center. You can click on "visit us" and see some of our birds.
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Sorcerers or necormancers, who professed to call up the dead to answer questions, were said to have a "familiar spirit" (Deut. 18:11; 2 Kings 21:6; 2 Chr. 33:6; Lev. 19:31; 20:6; Isa. 8:19; 29:4). Such a person was called by the Hebrews an _'ob_, which properly means a leathern bottle; for sorcerers were regarded as vessels containing the inspiring demon. This Hebrew word was equivalent to the pytho of the Greeks, and was used to denote both the person and the spirit which possessed him (Lev. 20:27; 1 Sam. 28:8; comp. Acts 16:16). The word "familiar" is from the Latin familiaris, meaning a "household servant," and was intended to express the idea that sorcerers had spirits as their servants ready to obey their commands.
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CEDAR RAPIDS — "We rock. … We're here tonight to organize, energize and kick some Republican butt," Libby Slappey, Precinct 41 chairperson for the Iowa Democratic Party, told a cheering crowd packing the Democratic caucus in the Cedar Rapids Washington High School.
"The Republicans think they've got it going on, but we are ready to rumble."
The air was electric as people gathered to whip up support for their incumbent candidate, President Barack Obama, and organize the masses to work for his re-election efforts.
Early in the evening Obama addressed caucus attendees via Skype, drawing a standing ovation from the approximately 500 people gathered in the auditorium.
"We've still got a lot of work to do," he said. "Think of the work done because of the caucuses four years ago. We've ended the war in Iraq. Health care reform has become a reality for millions of people. … Millions of young people across the country are able to get (educational) grants. We've had the end of 'don't ask, don't tell.'
"This time out is going to be more important than the last time out. We're making steady progress, but it's going to be a big battle. I hope you're up for it."
Breast cancer survivor Carol White, 61, of Cedar Rapids, asked him how he responds to people who say his administration "hasn't accomplished anything."
"The main message of 2012 is that we've done a lot – we have a lot more to do," Obama said. "That's why we need another four years to get it done. … We're making an impact in people's lives day to day.
"People listen to their friends, neighbors and co-workers. That's why what you do at caucuses is so important," Obama said. "Nobody is a better messenger than you. You can tell by the way these actions are making a difference in your lives. You're a powerful force than can't be stopped. I will put my money on you any day."
Tyler Olson, Representative in the Iowa Legislature, urged the crowd to fight, also on the local and state levels.
"We need to fight so all Iowans are the same under the law. Basic, basic things we're fighting for because our governor and the Republicans are trying to roll it all back," said Olson, serving his third term for House District 38 in Cedar Rapids.
Linn County Supervisor Linda Langston urged the crowd not to listen to recent criticism of Iowa's first-in-the-nation caucus status, particularly citing Stephen Bloom's controversial article.
"We're demonstrating to this country right now, right this moment, that your engagement is important," Langston said. "We can't do it alone. We have Christians, Muslim and Jews here. I know, because I know them. We have white people, African-Americans (and other ethnicities) here. Do not let people tell you Iowa is not representative of this country.
"Let's dream together, let's hope together, let's build together," she said.
As the crowd starting milling in between 6:30 and 7 p.m., Denelle Beauchaine, 39, of Cedar Rapids, sat quietly knitting a
colorful scarf by the Precinct 36 table.
"A lot of people tried to convince me to go to the Republicans tonight, because that's where the action is," said Beauchaine, an industrial seamstress who also works at Michael's. "I didn't think I could do a convincing job of it."
She was looking forward to a different kind of experience than she had in 2008.
"There's a lot of people that I'm recognizing here," she said. "It's the first time I've done this in a year where we had an incumbent. I caucused for Obama last time. I know he's going to be doing a message."
She was looking forward to "the community – seeing people and participating" in the process.
That's what it's all about, said every speaker who addressed about 500 people in attendance.
"The story tomorrow is going to be that you turned out tonight for this president," Langston said. "We don't pick candidates who say 'no.' We pick leaders who say 'yes — yes I can.'"
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DeerfieldWATCHdog April 18, 2014 at 12:48 AM
Food and fun! Great family night. The silent auction is always a blast and the giant homemade…Read Moredesse rt table is worth the cost alone. Always a good time.
Deerfield resident April 18, 2014 at 09:05 AM
It's a great community event!!
Dan Cox April 12, 2014 at 11:37 AM
There is an election this year in November and we need turn turn out in record numbers. You can…Read Morevote early, you can vote by mail, you can vote Rep. Scott Drury out of office. It's Time, to take Springfield back from the people who have ruined this state and set it on a course of financial disaster! It is time to replace them with people who will respect our Constitutional Rights.
Steve S. April 17, 2014 at 08:50 AM
When will the guy who writes this stuff everyday "get it" that we all get the point, …Read Morethat he is pushing people away from his pro gun thing because he sounds like a gun loving maniac who cares about nothing else and has no interests other than eventually wanting to shoot somebody somewhere, probably someone in highland park because he is so incredibly jealous of the financial, educational, and business successes that stem from there. He just can't handle it. I would be for legalizing guns just hear another subject on here, this horse has been dead a while. My guess is if this man gets his way, he still won't like highland park. Which is fine because he doesn't live shop work or vote in HP.
Andrea Brown April 17, 2014 at 09:38 AM
I am planning to attend - it sounds like an important topic for all parents by an experienced…Read Morespeake r. I find the comments above very disturbing not because they are completely baseless (they are not) but because they are filled with such loathing and anger. Sure there are parents in this town (and most towns) where parents spend less time with their kids than others think they should. And affluence can result in over-indulgence. But don't judge - some of the most concerned, involved parents can raise kids who don't "buy in" or follow their rules and examples. And to those parents who should recognize themselves in your critical characterization, I hope you (and all of us) can at least think about ways in which we can be better parents. The ultimate goal is to raise good, productive, happy kids.
Deerfield Resident April 17, 2014 at 10:40 AM
Andrea, the truth can hurt.....let's not give upon these kids but lets face the…Read Morefacts..."Dog&qu ot; is right these are the same people that hire these professionals after their kid needs help because mommy and daddy bought their kid everything to keep up with the jones' but really did nothing to "be" with their child, show an interest, go to their events, spend time with them at dinner etc. It's actually really simple ...put your child first, let them know they come first and then expect them to show respect in return and most of all, have them want to make you proud of them for the effort you put in and you'll raise great kids. The problem is, the effort isn't there from the parents and it stops there. Then you get these professionals telling you what you should have done and by then it's too late.
DeerfieldWATCHdog April 17, 2014 at 03:30 PM
...I might add that in no way do I judge or criticize those that are truly concerned and have…Read Morechildr en that "stray". I am well aware of that fact. I have one myself. But...I NEVER dropped off my kids blindly somewhere and NEVER would my kids ever accuse me of being an absent parent either physically or emotionally...quite the opposite. And angry? You bet I'm angry about such things. Did YOU attend the funeral of the LF youth that suicided recently? So you know the particulars of many nearby incidents which echo the cries of our "well cared for" youth? I am all too familiar and have lived here a LONG time. "The ultimate goal is to raise good, productive and happy kids" (?) don't you think many parents believe that was what they were raising? Many of these kids are "good" enough to put up a good front at home and school at least. But they HURT on the inside! Where's mom and dad? Out earning an indulgent living thinking they are raising "good, productive and happy kids"...exactly...And what exactly is your definition of "good"? Therein also lies a problem. There are no standards for "good" 'round here. One parent may view "good" as an underage youth drinking in home with supervision while another wouldn't even consider it. We should be raising children under our constant watchful eye(s) with a good dose of grace, expecting obedience and responsibility with consequences for unacceptable behaviors and carelessness. In Deerfield at least, "production" is far from an issue and "happy" is an internal choice in any circumstance not an external that can be produced by a parent's "raising".


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Dominic is a goalie for the Special Olympics Colorado Rapids Soccer Team. Though he enjoys playing goalie, his favorite part about soccer is scoring goals. This is his first year playing soccer, but Dominic has been involved in several other sports with Special Olympics Colorado and also with his high school. He has played basketball, track and field, tennis and bowling through Special Olympics Colorado and has also been on the John F. Kennedy High School track team and lettered as a cross country runner for his high school.
Dominic began playing sports with Special Olympics Colorado around age 5 and has enjoyed the different qualities of each sport. This shows in his wide range of sports and athletic abilities. Recently Dominic met his favorite Rapids player, Tony Cascio at the "Shop with a Jock" event at Dick's Sporting Goods. He said that "Tony is a cool player and is really nice to all the kids on my team". He is excited to get the chance to play in Seattle and to watch Tony as the Rapids take on the Seattle Sounders. Dominic hasn't heard much about Seattle other than the rainy weather, but that doesn't matter much to Dominic. He says, "I am just really excited to play soccer and I hope we can kick butt".
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Kristen is a 21 year old player for the Special Olympics Colorado Rapids Soccer Team. She plays many positions, but when asked, she said forward was her favorite. Kristen started playing soccer when she was young. She began playing in a community soccer league and finished her 7 year soccer career playing for her high school team as a freshman. After her freshman year of high school she decided to pick up a tennis racket. Kristen played tennis throughout high school and has now decided to come back to soccer with Special Olympics Colorado.
Kristen heard about the Special Olympics Colorado soccer program through her work with Adaptive Recreation under the Parks and Recreation system here in Denver. Her colleagues recommended that she be a partner for the Special Olympics Colorado Soccer Team and so far she has really enjoyed it.
Kristen is excited to go to Seattle to play soccer and also to see the city. She has heard that Seattle is a very pretty city and she hopes to get the chance to see all it has to offer.
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Ryan is a 20 year old player for the Special Olympics Colorado Rapids Soccer Team. Ryan has been playing soccer with Special Olympics Colorado for one year and usually plays either forward or mid fielder. Ryan had already been connected to soccer before joining Special Olympics Colorado. His sister Melissa had played in the Junior Olympics; Ryan enjoyed watching her play and now he has the chance to help others and play some soccer as well. Ryan's passion however has been basketball. He has played basketball for several years. He played for George Washington High School and also played basketball at Colorado State University.
Ryan got involved with Special Olympics Colorado when Denver Parks and Rec contacted him his sophomore year of high school with an opportunity to help with Special Olympics Basketball. He loved the atmosphere and the people working with Special Olympics Colorado and has been helping out ever since.
Ryan's favorite Rapids player is Tony Cascio. He is excited to get to meet him in Seattle. He hears that Seattle is "very green and very wet, but is very beautiful too". Ryan is most looking forward to making a difference. He recognizes that this is a great experience for all of the athletes not just on the field, but off the field as well.
Andie is a 21 year old player for the Special Olympics Colorado Rapids Soccer Team. Andie has been playing soccer off and on since she was 10 years old. She enjoys playing every position and has been playing soccer with Special Olympics Colorado for 2 years. Her favorite sports are swimming and skiing though she also enjoys playing volleyball and soccer.
Andie began playing basketball with Special Olympics Colorado when she was 11 and then added swimming, skiing, volleyball and soccer into her schedule. At Denver South High School she competed on the varsity swimming team for all 4 years and is now continuing to stay in sports with Special Olympics Colorado.
Andie's favorite player on the Colorado Rapids soccer team is Conor Casey. Andie's brother played soccer with Conor when he was younger and now Andie is excited for her opportunity to play soccer with Conor. She is excited to experience the city of Seattle and hopes to see her cousin who lives in the area.
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Aspen is a 30 year old coach for the Special Olympics Colorado Rapids Soccer Team. She is from Farmington, New Mexico and attended New Mexico State University. Aspen enjoys playing soccer, bicycling, watching sports and traveling.
Aspen says that she is proud to be a part of this team and is "humbled by the opportunities and generosity being shown to us. The athletes work very hard not only to be good soccer players, but to be good people and demonstrate sportsmanship, positive attitudes and teamwork at all times. As a coach, it challenges me to be a model for them in these areas, and I always learn more from them than they do from me".
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Ilima is a 36 year old coach for the Special Olympics Colorado Rapids Soccer Team. She is from Albuquerque, New Mexico and attended Colorado State and the University of Colorado, Denver. Ilima enjoys cooking and knitting as well as playing soccer.
Ilima says that this team is extremely important to her and that she has learned a lot from the athletes. She says "the longer I coach in Special Olympics the more I learn about what it takes to make a strong team that truly plays together to overcome any barriers they might face and come out ahead. We don't always win, but we leave the field after every game knowing we each tried our best, supported our teammates, and had fun". She is excited and grateful for the opportunity to travel to Seattle and hopes her team has a positive and enjoyable experience.
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Phil is a 38 year old assistant coach for the Special Olympics Colorado Rapids Soccer Team. He is from Liverpool, England and attended the University of Sheffield. His favorite sports are cricket and soccer.
Phil comments that "working with this team is a humbling experience. No matter how difficult a challenge you face, this team proves constantly that any obstacle can be overcome with a little determination and a great attitude".
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Sarah is a 33 year old coach for the Special Olympics Colorado Rapids Soccer Team. She is from Las Vegas, Nevada and attended Metropolitan State College of Denver. She enjoys photography and skiing.
For Sarah, being a coach brings her joy, respect, and admiration. She says, "the players are a strong and positive influence on my life and they bring out the best in me".
It's been a while since the last League match, that being the 3-2 home win over Montreal back on May 26. But the break is over, and the team began the week preparing for Saturday's match at Vancouver (5 pm MT, Altitude).
Tuesday's training ended with a crossing / finishing drill. We captured some of it on video and decided to compile the clips into a raw two-minute clip below.
Give yourself a couple of minutes and stand on the edge of the training field. Watch how guys like Omar, Conor, Jamie, and Brian look after their injuries. Listen to reactions, encouragement, and feedback from the players and coaches. Get a feel for how the players approach a drill, with attention and sharpness, and enjoyment. And check out some pretty sharp crosses, neat diving headers, one-time finishes, and quick reaction saves.
The 2012 European Championship starts on Friday and long-time MLS partner ESPN will broadcast all the matches through their various outlets. We've set up a EURO Predictor Challenge Bracket through ESPN.com so that fans, staff, and players can go head-to-head in a just-for-fun contest.
Drew Moor, Andre Akpan, Tony Cascio, and Chris Sharpe have signed up, as has some members of the staff.
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BA in Criminology majors at St. Edward's delve into a variety of fields — including psychology, sociology, anthropology, biology, chemistry and political science — in order to explain concepts of crime, criminals and underlying motivations. Students also have the opportunity to explore the emerging academic study of victims, their experiences and how they interact with the criminal justice system. It is within this framework that phenomena such as interpersonal violence, property crime, organized crime, terrorism, hate crimes and sex crimes are examined to find explanations and develop prevention strategies.
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In addition to the general education courses required of all majors, and elective courses, BA in Criminology majors take courses from these groups:
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A total of 15 All-America honors were earned by eight Georgia gymnasts in 2013, and three SEC individual titles were claimed by the Gym Dogs. Freshman Brittany Rogers claimed a share of the SEC bars and beam titles, and Shayla Worley also shared the beam title.
In 2013, Georgia notched 14 wins over ranked opponents, including wins over Alabama and Utah for the first time since 2009.
Durante directs Georgia's efforts on the balance beam, where the Gym Dogs finished the 2013 season ranked No. 4 nationally. In the meet at NC State, UGA posted a 49.625, which stands as the second-highest beam total in program history. Georgia posted a 197.800 against the Wolfpack - its highest road score in nine years.
Georgia won the 2013 NCAA Corvallis Regional with the second-highest score of any team in the six regionals and entered the NCAA Championships as the No. 4 seed. The Gym Dogs' RQS of 197.260 was its highest since 2008.
Georgia also excelled in the classroom in Durante's first season in Athens as 12 Gym Dogs earned SEC Academic Honor Roll honors, and three postgraduate scholarships were awarded.
Durante, who served as head coach at California-Berkeley for the 2012 season and was the 2007 National Assistant Coach of the Year, was named head gymnastics coach at the University of Georgia on May 23, 2012.
Under Durante's direction, California-Berkeley experienced considerable improvement, as the Golden Bears posted an average score of nearly a point higher than the previous year. A total of 23 personal records were set by Cal gymnasts in 2012, and eight gymnasts earned Pac-12 All-Academic honors. She also led the Bears to their highest overall score in five years.
Prior to her stint at California-Berkeley, Durante spent nine seasons at the University of Nebraska as the Cornhuskers' beam coach and choreographer. She joined the Nebraska staff as an assistant coach in 2003, then served as associate head coach from 2007-2011.
Nebraska gymnasts earned a total of 23 All-America honors during Durante's time in Lincoln, and she helped guide the Cornhuskers to a fourth place finish at the 2011 NCAA Championships.
Before joining the Nebraska staff, Durante was an assistant for five years at Washington, where she helped lead the Huskies to the 1999 NCAA West Regional title and a seventh-place finish at the NCAA Championships. She was named the West Regional Assistant Coach of the Year in 1999 and 2002.
Before joining the Washington program in 1998, Durante spent two years working as a coach with the Arizona Sunrays and Royal (Fla.) Gymnastics Club.
A native of Tulsa, Okla., Durante was a two-time member of the U.S. Gymnastics Federation National team in 1988 and 1990. She qualified for the 1988 Olympic Trials and won top honors in the all-around in 1986 and 1987 at the South African Cup. She competed internationally in Germany, France, Bulgaria and South Africa, and was also a two-time member of the U.S. Gymnastics Federation National Team. In addition, Durante served as a USAG Elite Level Judge from 1996 to 2000.
Durante graduated from Arizona State in 1995 with a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Wellness. She was an All-Pac-10 gymnast for the Sun Devils from 1992-95, and scored five perfect 10s. Durante and her husband Joe have a daughter, Samantha, and two sons, Jaxson and Jordan.


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A new report from the University of Richmond School of Law calls on Virginia to better protect its residents from chemical contaminants, millions of pounds of which are released into the environment each year by industries across the state.
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The report, authored in part by Noah M. Sachs, director of the law school's Center for Environmental Studies, examines the sources of chemical contaminants in Virginia and concludes that the Commonwealth should expand its existing toxic chemicals program, empower the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to clean up more contaminated sites and enact legislation and permit conditions more stringent than federal standards.
According to the report, Virginia's industries released almost 40 million pounds of toxic chemicals into the air, water and land in 2011. While this represents a drop in releases compared to 2010, the discharge of chemicals into rivers and streams remains significant and, in some cases, could impact in the Chesapeake Bay.
The report notes that more than 250 facilities are allowed to send toxic chemicals into Virginia waters, and the state's tributaries rank the second worst in the nation as measured by the amount of contaminants discharged into them. While some of the worst-ranking tributaries—like the New and Roanoke Rivers or Sandy Bottom Branch—do not drain into the Bay, the James River ranks forty-fifth in the nation for total toxic discharges and ninth in the nation for the discharge of toxics that affect human development.
Contaminants on the state's land have also had an effect on water: a number of the 31 sites listed as contaminated under the federal Superfund program involve contaminated drinking water, surface water and groundwater.
Virginia is not the sole watershed state that faces contaminated rivers and streams. According to 2012 assessments, 74 percent of the Bay's tidal tributaries were partially or fully impaired by chemical contaminants.
In a January 2014 editorial published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch, Sachs recommended putting toxic chemical regulation "at the forefront of Virginia's environmental agenda." He wrote, "Our report recommends a comprehensive program to protect Virginians, beginning with strict permitting, increased inspections, new state authority to remediate contaminated sites and more funding and personnel."
It's been fourteen years since the last Chesapeake Bay agreement was signed, and much has changed in the decade and a half since Chesapeake 2000 was written. We have learned more about what works and what doesn't when it comes to conservation. We have improved how we monitor our progress. We are aware of the impacts of climate change, which will make it more difficult for us to achieve our goals. And we have watched an Executive Order and a "pollution diet" be issued, the first directing federal agencies to step up their restoration work and the second calling on states to reduce pollution entering rivers and streams. In this time, we have also recognized the need to revisit our previous Bay agreements and better coordinate our future efforts to efficiently and effectively accomplish our restoration goals.
After countless meetings, discussions and a preliminary public comment period, the Chesapeake Bay Program is now seeking review and comment on a final draft of a new Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement. Like past agreements, this one is a result of negotiations and compromise, and will guide the six Bay states and the District of Columbia in their work to create a healthy and vibrant watershed.
This draft agreement is more focused than past versions. It contains seven high-level goals and twenty-two measurable, time-bound outcomes. These will allow our partners—which, for the first time, include West Virginia, New York and Delaware—to focus on top restoration priorities and better measure progress. Indeed, one of the agreement's most significant improvements is its inclusion of management strategies, which will describe how and when we intend to achieve our outcomes as we engage local communities, develop indicators of success and report on our progress. Management strategies bring an unprecedented level of transparency to our work, and provide a higher level of accountability than previous agreements have done.
But to make this the best agreement possible, we need to hear from you. And we have tried to make the public comment process an easy one: the draft agreement is available here, and we will welcome comments until March 17, 2014. You can offer input at the March 13 meeting of the Management Board or submit an online comment or an email to the Bay Program. Learn more.
Note: The opinions expressed above are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect U.S. EPA policy endorsement or action.
Three decades after the first Chesapeake Bay Agreement was signed, the Chesapeake Bay Program is seeking public input on a new agreement that will guide partners in the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay and recommit stakeholders to conservation success.
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The draft Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement establishes a series of goals and outcomes that address water quality, fisheries and habitat, land conservation, public access and environmental literacy. Signatories will include the states of Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, West Virginia and Delaware; the District of Columbia; the Chesapeake Bay Commission; and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
By signing the agreement, partners will commit to taking the steps needed to attain a healthy watershed: to lower nutrient and sediment pollution; to sustain blue crabs, oysters and forage fish; to restore wetlands and underwater grass beds; to conserve farmland and forests; and to boost public access to and education about the environment.
"Healthy, sustainable fisheries, plentiful habitats for wildlife, conservation efforts and citizen actions that support clean water and clean air—this is how we create a healthy Bay," said Bay Program Principals' Staff Committee Chair and Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Joe Gill in a media release. "Connecting our citizens to these resources through public access and environmental education completes the picture, instilling the personal sense of ownership key to our progress."
"The goals and outcomes that are outlined in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement are interrelated: improvements in water quality can mean healthier fish and shellfish; the conservation of land can mean more habitat for wildlife; and a boost in environmental literacy can mean a rise in stewards of the Bay's resources," said Bay Program Director Nick DiPasquale. "By signing this agreement, Bay Program partners will acknowledge that our environment is a system and that these goals will support public health and the health of the watershed as a whole."
The draft is available here. The Bay Program welcomes comments on this draft between January 29 and March 17, 2014. Interested parties can offer input at the March 13 meeting of the Management Board or by submitting an online comment or an email to the Bay Program. Learn more.
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation has called on Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania to better control stormwater runoff and improve the region's environment, economy and health.
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Made worse by urban and suburban development, stormwater runoff is the fastest growing source of pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. Once precipitation falls onto streets, sidewalks and lawns, it can pick up trash, oil and other pollutants before entering storm drains, rivers and streams. Each year, stormwater runoff contributes to fish mortalities and beach closures across the watershed.
In a report released this week, the Bay Foundation pushes watershed states to implement stronger pollution control permits alongside "cost-effective, common-sense projects" that will help cities meet the pollution limits outlined in the Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL), or pollution diet. Planting trees, building roadside rain gardens and installing green roofs have been proven to reduce stormwater runoff—and can often be done at lower costs than some initially estimate.
The Bay Foundation cites several cases to illustrate this point. Frederick County, Maryland, for instance, used natural vegetation rather than pipes, culverts or other structural solutions to filter polluted runoff, and reduced its projected pollution control costs by 65 percent. A University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center analysis found that Calvert County, Maryland, initially over-estimated its stormwater control costs; by installing more efficient pollution control methods and offering private business owners incentives to reduce runoff on their own properties, the county could meet their cleanup goals at a cost that was 96 percent lower than projected.
"This is a local problem requiring local solutions that will provide significant local benefits," said Bay Foundation President William C. Baker in a media release. "But there are important roles for… governments in tackling the challenges of polluted runoff."


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A member of the faculty at New England Law since 1972, Professor Smith teaches Business Organizations, Civil Procedure, Law Practice Management, and Modern Real Estate Transactions. His areas of research include technology, communications regulation, utility regulation, and procedural due process in the context of present economic and business practices. He previously worked for the Boston law firm of Nutter, McClennen & Fish and was a clerk for the Hon. George E. MacKinnon of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.
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Your Price, My Terms - Holders of Property Entitlement - Rights to Procedural Due Process During Regulation (Manuscript).


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Sparks fly at skilled trades and technical competition
Skills Canada NWT/NU's 7 th annual Territorial Skills Competition promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies to northern youth. The one-day event engaged 110 young people in 18 trades/technology contests with the gold medal winners qualifying to represent the Team NWT/NU at the Canadian Skills Competition in Edmonton in June.
Click here for photos from the event
This year's competition was held on Thursday, April 21 st in Yellowknife at Sir John Franklin High School, St. Patrick High School, and the Kimberlite Career & Technical Centre. The accompanying Career Expo, sponsored by the Department of Education, Culture, and Employment North Slave region attracted 1,300 students from eight schools and 28 exhibitors and employers. How about that for an interactive career exploration!
"Anyone who visited the competition sites witnessed the pride and dedication of the young competitors and contest organizers. Hopefully the message is getting out about the numerous job openings and competitive salaries of skilled trades and technical careers", explained Skills Canada NWT/NU Executive Director, Guy Barnable. "Sir John Franklin High School, St. Patrick High School, and the Kimberlite Career & Technical Centre were incredibly accommodating venues and active promoters of skilled trades and technical careers."
What follows is a list of results from the 2005 Territorial Skills Competition plus the composition of Team NWT/NU 2005:
Thanks to our Program Sponsors as well as the following community and youth-minded businesses/organizations who sponsored the event:
Thank you to the Volunteers who brought spirit to our event. Special thanks to the volunteer Tech Chairs who coordinated our competitions:
Thanks to the North Slave region of the GNWT for organizing our Career Expo!
What did competitors have to say about the event?
Niki Yoder - I enjoyed it very much, I'll be back next year.
Sheilla Aoudla - I had a lot of fun!! Hope to come back again.
Peter Boggis - Very well done!!
Julian Morse - More challenging then I expected.
Danny Acton - I learned lots I didn't know. Thanks to all the judges.
Micheal Francis - Thanks for having me. I had fun!!
Jennifer Twerdin - I would recommend this to people because it's a great challenge and also a great experience.
Lauren Solski - A great trip, a great experience and I can't wait until next year!!
Ashley Tufts - Great peope, the competition itself was well organized and the materials needed were all accessible, good location, right amount of time needed to complete everything.
Katie Heine - It's a great opportunity to learn and have fun I loved it!!!
Elizabeth Harrison - Thanks for making this competition available.
Patrick Lyall – Keep up the good work!!


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Albemarle to move to Baton Rouge
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Richmond-based Albemarle Corp. announced Wednesday it will move its corporate headquarters to Baton Rouge, La.
"Ultimately, the combination of the new administration's ability to drive progressive initiatives for the state, our confidence in the direction of the City of Baton Rouge, and the close proximity to many of our key customers and suppliers made it clear that Louisiana is the right choice for Albemarle," Albemarle CEO Mark C. Rohr said in a statement.
The specialty chemical manufacturer already has about 600 employees in the area. Already under way in Baton Rouge is a $15 million manufacturing expansion, construction of a $6 million research lab and renovation of downtown offices.
The company was the 26th largest in Virginia last year, according to Virginia Business' list of leaders.


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Steven Epp, Sarah Agnew and More Star in Guthrie's THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS; Full Cast Announced!
The Guthrie Theater today announced complete casting for its presentation of Yale Repertory Theatre's production of The Servant of Two Masters. Adapted by Constance Congdon from a translation of Carlo Goldoni by Christina Sibul, this comedy features Steven Epp (Guthrie: A Christmas Carol, The Caretaker; Theatre de la Jeune Lune: actor, writer, director, co-artistic director 1983-2008) as the wily servant Truffaldino and Guthrie favorite Sarah Agnew (Guthrie: Time Stands Still, The 39 Steps; Theatre de la Jeune Lune company member 1995-2001) as the strong-willed Beatrice in the story of a servant scheming to fill his pockets and his stomach by serving two masters at once.
The production will play from December 1, 2012 – January 20, 2013 on the McGuire Proscenium Stage. Former Guthrie company member Christopher Bayes (Broadway: The 39 Steps, Zibaldone, A Night of Conjuration; Guthrie: more than 25 productions as actor 1989-1995; Theatre de la Jeune Lune artistic associate 1984-89) will direct.
The Servant of Two Masters has been lauded in its previous runs at Yale Repertory and Shakespeare Theatre Company for its mastery of the spirit of commedia dell'arte, combining physical comedy and irreverent wit with a topical spirit that brings audiences palpably into its ribald spontaneity and high flung/lowbrow sensibility. Called a "bowlful of joy" by the Washington Post, the show has earned comparisons and allusions to everything from "The Sid Caesar Show" to "The Simpsons."
In addition to Epp and Agnew, The Servant of Two Masters cast also includes Liam Craig (Television: "Unforgettable," "Rescue Me"; Theater: Vineyard Theatre, Public Theater), Allen Gilmore (Arena Stage, Shakespeare Theatre), David Hanbury (Trinity Rep, Actors Theatre of Louisville; Local: Mrs. Smith Live), Chivas Michael (Off-Broadway: Lincoln Center Concert, Classic Stage Company), Jesse J. Perez (Television: "Law and Order," "Life on Mars"; Theater: Second Stage Uptown, Playwrights Horizons), Randy Reyes (Guthrie: M. Butterfly, A Midsummer Night's Dream), Don Darryl Rivera (Children's Theatre Company: Harold and the Purple Crayon; Seattle Children's Theatre), Adina Verson (Yale Repertory, Primary Stages) and Liz Wisan (Lincoln Center Theater: Other Desert Cities). The performance also includes musicians Carolyn Boulay and Aaron Halva.
The artistic team includes Christopher Bayes (Director), Katherine Akiko Day (Set Designer), Valérie Thérèse Bart (Costume Designer), Chuan-Chi Chan (Lighting Designer), Christopher Curtis and Aaron Halva (Composers), Charles Coes and Nathan A. Roberts (Sound Designers), Rick Sordelet (Fight Director), Stina Lotti (Stage Manager), Justin Hossle (Assistant Stage Manager) and Dario Tangleson (Assistant Director).
The Servant of Two Masters begins preview performances on December 1, opens December 7 and continues through January 20, 2013 on the McGuire Proscenium Stage at the Guthrie Theater. Single tickets start at $29 and are now on sale through the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, toll-free 877.44.STAGE, 612.225.6244 (Group Sales) and online at www.guthrietheater.org.


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Kathy Cassidy
First impression on unpacking the Q702 test unit was the solid feel and clean, minimalist styling.
There are more than a few critics of cloud computing, even at PCWorld; I'm probably one of them. But I've been turning over in my mind different perspectives on the cloud. I've tried to set aside the views of the IT executive, who seems to dominate the debate.
Instead, I've been thinking about what it offers lowly end-users, or for programmers who create the software. What does cloud computing mean for the rest of us?
As far as computer-illiterate end-users are concerned, cloud computing offers many benefits. For example, have you ever lost a file or an update to a document, because you didn't save it before a crash happened?
With an online office suite like Google Docs, it's impossible to lose work. Files are automatically saved every few seconds. There's even revisioning, meaning that you can step back to a file when it was in a previous state. Google Docs isn't alone in offering this. Cloud file storage service Dropbox lets you revert to a previous version of your files, too.
The best part is that cloud services don't even require users to understand what "saving" is. There's no longer a need to understand file systems, ushering in a level of simplicity computer engineers have been searching for since the personal computer was invented.
Cloud computing offers more permanence for your files than desktop computing. Give yourself a few minutes to think about that. CDs degrade over time. Hard disks crash. But no file will ever disappear from the cloud unless you choose to delete it.
Sure, a cloud provider can go bust. But online providers usually give you ample warning to get your data off their service if that kind of thing happens. And, try as I might, I really can't see a company like Google going under anytime soon.
How about looking at cloud computing from a programmer's point of view? For a programmer, cloud computing offers something that's been desired for years--the ability to create software that's operating system independent. If you manage to make your app work in Firefox and Chrome running on Windows, then in all likelihood, it will work well on Mac and Linux computers too. Mobile computing devices are also invited to the party, or at least contemporary devices that have the power to run such apps.
Even if a few tweaks are necessary, they'll be nothing like the complexity of recoding applications for every different platform.
How about looking at the cloud from a worker's point of view? The biggest boon here is that if a file is stored in the cloud, it will always be available. In other words, if you need that updated spreadsheet from John, there's no need to nag him to send it to you by e-mail. You can just grab the file from the cloud, even if he's still working on it. In suites like Google Docs, you could even open the file, open the chat component, and speak to him as he's editing.
IT managers complain about cloud security issues, but what about the security benefits? For starters, cloud computing means there's only ever a central, single version of each file. There will never be versions of potentially confidential files stored on laptops or USB memory sticks, or just about anywhere somebody needed to edit it (maybe even--horror!--on Internet café computers).
Additionally, all documents are located in one location, so managers can see at a glance what's going on. John from Accounts might have told you he spent all last night working on the spreadsheet, but now you can see whether that's true and what changes he's made, because the cloud is excellent at tracking revisions and edits.
This and other thought exercises indicate the biggest problem facing the cloud is a lack of usage scenarios. At the moment software companies are throwing their cloud products at us and concentrating on making them better, rather than telling us how they can be used. For cloud apps there's often no tried and trusted path as there is with, say, Microsoft Office, which everybody knows offers clearly identified business benefits.
It's down to education. Cloud vendors should spend less time telling us about all the great new features, and spend more time showing their products in real-life situations. Only then are we going to get into the cloud computing mindset.
Keir Thomas has been writing about computing since the last century, and more recently has written several best-selling books. You can learn more about him at http://keirthomas.com and his Twitter feed is @keirthomas.
First impression on unpacking the Q702 test unit was the solid feel and clean, minimalist styling.
For work use, Microsoft Word and Excel programs pre-installed on the device are adequate for preparing short documents.
The Fujitsu LifeBook UH574 allowed for great mobility without being obnoxiously heavy or clunky. Its twelve hours of battery life did not disappoint.
The screen was particularly good. It is bright and visible from most angles, however heat is an issue, particularly around the Windows button on the front, and on the back where the battery housing is located.
My first impression after unboxing the Q702 is that it is a nice looking unit. Styling is somewhat minimalist but very effective. The tablet part, once detached, has a nice weight, and no buttons or switches are located in awkward or intrusive positions.
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by kwasiak
Tucson, Arizona
January 16, 2006
From journal Visiting the Smithsonian While Studying in DC
January 15, 2006
by Idler
Poolesville, Maryland
June 14, 2002
The natural place to begin a T.R. hunt is in"The American Presidency: A Glorious Burden" exhibit on the third floor just off the escalator. A couple of years back several enlightened curators were given full rein in what had been a random display of presidential artifacts and gave it focus; today it's one of the more successful displays in the museum.
The 900-some items in the exhibit illustrate how the occupants of the White House have shaped or been shaped by the office. The president's various roles - ceremonial, military, political – are demonstrated with lively interactive exhibits. For example, a presidential podium and teleprompter are set up under bright lights next to a large monitor screen, and extroverted museum-goers can entertain others by declaiming a selected presidential speech.
Another more somber area is devoted to assassinations. Most of this display focuses on Lincoln, but there are also artifacts from the assassination attempt on Roosevelt during his 1912 "Bull Moose" campaign. T.R. was shot in the chest on the way to giving a speech, the bullet denting his metal eyeglass case and going through a folded 50-page speech he had in his breast pocket. Roosevelt insisted on going on to give the speech, standing dramatically before the crowd waving the first page of his speech rent by the bullet. "It takes more than that to kill a bull moose!" he thundered. In fact, there is good reason to believe that had his prepared speech been any shorter the bullet would have pierced his heart.
The "American Presidency" contains ample Rooseveltiana. Some of the more interesting items are merchandise, such as a "Roosevelt whistle" modeled after T.R.'s famous teeth. A nearby plaster cast of Roosevelt's mouth makes it clear that the whistle's dimensions are essentially correct. The most famous item associated with Roosevelt was, of course, the Teddy bear. One of the earliest teddies, made by the Ideal Toy Company, is on display, along with a T.R. "Rough Rider" doll. Among Roosevelt's personal effects are the folding desk he used during his African travels and a pair of chaps he wore on his ranch in the Dakota Territory. And, as TR was the first president to be filmed, there are flickering images of him chopping down trees around the White House in the media section.
Near the exhibit's exit a vast museum shop contains just about every presidential key-chain, tea-towel, postcard, or do-dad ever produced, including T.R. barbecue sauce and T.R. Christmas ornaments. Happily, there's also a fine selection of books by and about T.R. Oh, and uh, there are lots of books on those other forty-two guys as well.
From journal Big Game Hunting in Washington, D.C.
by RBT331
Medfield, Massachusetts
January 9, 2007
From journal The Nation's Capitol on a Budget
by grannola
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
October 9, 2006
From journal Washington -- Smithsonian
by vampirefan
Charlotte, North Carolina
January 13, 2005
You can see everything here from wristwatches, cars, and the ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz to the flag that inspired the Star-Spangled Banner. You can see a replica of the late Julia Child's kitchen. One favorite is the TV exhibit that features items from some favorite TV shows; here you can see Oscar the Grouch, Howdy Doody, Fonzie's jacket, and Archie Bunker's chair, to name a few. There is a statue of George Washington draped in cloth that was so controversial at the time it was cast (1840) that, when it was originally displayed in Philly, it was shown to men and women on opposite days! Of course, today, hordes of schoolchildren go by it without batting an eye.
One of my favorite exhibits was the First Ladies exhibit. Here you see the inaugural gowns of the first ladies and find out about each of these ladies. There is also a Presidents exhibit. One of the most poignant displays is the flag that was draped over the Pentagon when it was bombed on 9-11. You can't help be but a bit teary-eyed here. There are several museum stores to bring home some history, and a food court if you need energy to get though the entire building.
From journal Summer fun in D.C.
by Overlander
Muscat, Oman
December 15, 2001
From journal Washington, D.C., an American Anomaly
by colombian24
Reading, Massachusetts
July 6, 2007
From journal Getaway to our Nation's Capital
by mafnet
Lake Forest, California
November 20, 2006
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N.J. Chamber Foundation: Building A Stronger Workforce
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to maintaining and improving New Jersey's high-quality workforce. Finding strong employees, after all, is critical to all employers in the Garden State, and employee preparation is critical in a global economy in which most jobs require special training or college diplomas.
The Foundation focuses on improving the workforce readiness curriculum in public schools; increasing employment opportunities for qualified people with disabilities; and stemming the shortage of nurses and nursing facilities in New Jersey. With the support of New Jersey businesses, the Foundation also gets involved in the advocacy and policy work that will produce a New Jersey workforce that can thrive in an increasingly competitive economy.
Foundation Initiatives
The program gives students information from the business community to help them prepare for college, work and life. The LearnDoEarn program (Learn More Now, Do More Now, Earn More Later) was created in response to employers' concerns about the limited availability of qualified workers. The Chamber works with students by organizing weeklong career summer camps, career days and by going directly into schools to work with students and help them understand the skills required to succeed in college and the real world.
Disabilities at Work
Working as the New Jersey Business Leadership Network, the Foundation promotes programs aimed at improving employment opportunities for qualified people with disabilities, and supports initiatives that help support people with disabilities for the workplace.
Visit the Disabilities at Work website
The Robert Wood Johnson New Jersey Nursing Initiative
The Foundation is partnering with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to address the anticipated nursing shortage in New Jersey by increasing the number of nursing faculty members in the state. It also runs the Nursing Academic Resource Center of New Jersey, a virtual center that advances the skills of nurses pursuing graduate nursing degrees.
Visit the New Jersey Nursing Initiative website


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Ricardo Diaz: Louie catches his first salmon
Sometimes I crave adventure. Maybe I'm not exactly looking to push all of my limits to the breaking point, but I still want to be taken out of my element. So today I am getting into the salmon season.
- Apr. 17, 2014