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How to Start Valuation of Real Estate?
Real estate appraisal, property valuation or land valuation is the process of developing an opinion of value for real property (usually market value).
The methods are used for assessing the Market Value of either a single or multiple legal interests in a specific parcel of real estate, which is transferrable freely in an open market within a given set of parameters. The nature of those legal rights will vary from state to state, but can normally be classified as:
- The right to own and occupy which includes the right to lease, trade and use the real estate any way permissible within the laws of that state; and
- The lesser right to occupy and use only as specified by the owner (as defined above), and which is also permissible within the law of that state.
As per the International Valuation Standards (IVS) definition of Market Value –" The estimated amount for which a property should exchange on the date of valuation between a willing buyer and a willing seller in an arm's-length transaction after proper marketing wherein the parties had each acted knowledgeably, prudently and without compulsion".
Market Value is not intrinsic – it arises out of the utility the property offers. Value will vary over time and from place to place according to:
- Competitive demands for ownership that exists at a given point in time;
- Utility that each buyer perceives the real estate can offer;
- Availability of other comparable parcels of real estate; and
- Effective finances (levels of monetary wealth) that need to be exist to achieve a purchase.
The market-based methods of valuation generally used globally are:
- The sales comparison approach;
- The income capitalisation approach; and
- The cost approach
Two other methods may be used:
- The profits approach; and
- The land residual approach
These methods ignore certain factors like the time value of money. Since the effect of these factors on Market Values is significant in emerging markets such as India, the use of these methods is not recommended.
The detail discussions on these methods are as follows:
The Sale Comparison Method
IVS (2007) describes valuation by comparison as a process of identifying similar or substitute properties that have been sold, analysing the sale prices achieved and the relevant market data, and establishing value by comparison with those properties that have been sold. Listings and offerings may also be used as secondary evidence after accounting for a listing discount, particularly in markets where the transaction data may not be readily available.
Where the transaction is through a trader broker, both a 'sale' and 'buy' figure may be quoted. Market Value for valuation purposes is often taken at the midpoint.
The Income Capitalisation Approach
The income method is used in those markets where buyers are acquiring the right to enjoy future benefits from the asset and where those benefits can be readily expressed in monetary terms. Typically in investment markets, buyers are looking for future income, future value growth or a combination thereof. The income method is used in the bond market, equity share market and real estate market, or where it is possible to assess the relationship between price paid by buyers and the expected income to be derived from ownership. In its simplest form, the relationship is expressed as a multiplier or a yield rate, but becomes more complex where there is a variable income expected and where that income may be time constrained.
Income capitalisation requires two inputs: income and multiplier or yield. In some market sit is the gross income that is capitalised, but the preferred approach is to capitalise the Net Operating Income (NOI) before taxation.
The basis on which tenants occupy property varies from state to state, and sometimes between property types and from one property to another. It is important to identify who is responsible for:
- Building repairs and maintenance;
- Building insurances (where applicable) for fire, flood and other losses;
- Annual operating expenses for heating, lighting,cleaning, etc.;
- Availability and price of parking slots;
- Annual taxes payable on the building (this excludes ownership taxes such as wealth taxes); and
- Management expenses in the collection of rent and management of the space for the tenants.
The Cost Method
Where a market exists for a residential, retail, commercial and industrial property, there should be sufficient market evidence to establish Market Value using the sales comparison or income capitalisation approaches. Where there is no market evidence, or where a specialised property (e.g. an oil refinery) that is not normally bought and sold is involved, then the cost approach can be used as the valuation method. The cost approach should not be used where there are market sales of comparable properties, nor should it be used if a cash flow approach based on business profits is more typical of buyer behaviour.
The cost approach requires the valuer to consider three elements:
- The cost or value of an equivalent parcel of land;
- The cost of constructing a replica, a simple substitute building or a modern equivalent building; and
- An allowance for depreciation
The Residual Method
This method is used to assess the Market Value of land, or land and buildings, where there is potential for the land to be put to a higher value use. Examples include:
- Farm land being sold for residential, commercial or industrial development;
- Existing buildings which could be cleared and the land redeveloped for another use; and
- Existing buildings which could be converted to another, more valuable use
There are four stages in this method:
Stage 1: Assess the best scheme of development for the land;
Stage 2: Assess the value of the assumed development on completion;
Stage 3: Assess all the costs of completing the assumed development scheme; and
Stage 4: Estimate residual land value
Discounted Cash Flow
The discounted cash flow (DCF) method is frequently preferred to income capitalisation. DCF is a standard tool for investment analysis and is used in all investment markets. When valuing property, valuers are seeking to mirror market behaviour, hence the argument that if buyers base their decision to purchase an asset using DCF, then DCF should be used to estimate Market Value.
A DCF can be expressed by calculating Present Market Value:
This means that the Market Value is found by summating the PV of each net cash flow at the market-derived discount rate. The discount rate must be the effective rate for the period chosen: annual, quarterly or monthly.
Profit methods
The profits (or income approach) method is used for income-producing properties that are specifically designed for a particular type of business activity. It is typically also used when either the physical buildings are only sold as part of a business, or the buildings are constructed solely for that type of business and can only be used for an alternative business after substantial alterations.
It is also known as the 'receipts and expenses' or 'income and expenditure' method, as the first step is to establish the level of maintainable profits. Valuers in these markets develop an awareness of the normal income and expense associated with a particular business activity. They are therefore able to deduce from a set of accounts what is normal and maintainable and, by comparison with other known examples of the same type of building and activity, whether the level of profit is typical or could be improved with a better style of management.
Above mention are methods of valuation of real estate some other factor which influence the valuation are:
Location: Building, real estate and commercial properties located in commercial areas hold higher value than other.
Structure: The quality and cost of material during construction, size, current rate of labour, frontage and other physical attribute such as roof covering, height of building type of foundation, waterproofing and plinth level, also affect the price of particular property.
Amenities: Property valuation is clearly based on availability of necessities and facilities connected with comfortable housing.
So, we can say that valuation of real estate property requires technical knowledge and hence, done carefully.


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Gulpha Gorge Campground, Hot Springs National Park
All camping at Gulpha Gorge Campground costs $30 per night ($15 per night if you have an America the Beautiful: The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Senior or Access Pass, formerly the Golden Age or Golden Access Pass).
Orientation map of Gulpha Gorge Campground (Coming soon!)
Sites are available on a first come, first served basis. You cannot make a reservation. Each campsite has a picnic table, pedestal grill, and water nearby.
Gulpha Gorge Campground is located off US Hwy 70B on the east side of Hot Springs. For GPS directions, the physical address is 305 Gorge Road, Hot Springs AR 71901. (No mail is delivered at this address.)
Campgrounds with showers and hookups are available in the surrounding area.
As in all communities and parks, crimes against property and visitors may occur and you must use good judgment to protect your property and yourself. Hot Springs National Park encourages you to lock your vehicle and ensure property is locked in the trunk of your vehicle or hidden from view; hold or carry personal possessions securely; avoid dark and isolated areas; and, walk, run and hike in pairs or groups. In the event of criminal activity, you should go to the nearest telephone and call 911 to report the incident or call our Law Enforcement Dispatch at 501-620-6739.
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Women, Human Rights & Health
What is the Human Right to Health?
Every woman, man, youth and child has the human right to the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health. Enjoyment of the human right to health is vital to all aspects of a person's life and well-being. Many women and girls face serious obstacles to realization of their human right to health, including inequality of access to health care, food and nutrition, and customary practices detrimental to their health and well-being. All inequalities relating to health and practices harmful to women violate their fundamental human rights.
The Human Rights at Issue
Human rights relating to health are set out in basic human rights treaties and include:
The human right to the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health, including reproductive and sexual health.
The human right to equal access to adequate health care and health related services, regardless of sex, race, or other status.
The human right to equitable distribution of food.
The human right to access to safe drinking water and sanitation.
The human right to an adequate standard of living and adequate housing.
The human right to a safe and healthy environment.
The human right to a safe and healthy workplace, and to adequate protection for pregnant women in work proven to be harmful to them.
The human right to freedom from discrimination and discriminatory social practices, including female genital mutilation, prenatal gender selection, and female infanticide.
The human right to access to information relating to health, including reproductive health and family planning to enable couples and individuals to decide freely and responsibly all matters of reproduction and sexuality.
The human right to equality in marriage, including the equal right of women and men to decide on the number and spacing of children.
The human right to access to adequate social services, including access to safe, effective, affordable and acceptable methods of family planning of their choice, as well as other methods of their choice for regulation of fertility, and the right of access to appropriate health-care services that will enable women to go safely through pregnancy and childbirth.
The human right to privacy.
The human right to full respect for the inherent dignity of the person.
The human right to freedom from coercion and violence, sexual exploitation and forced prostitution.
The human right of the child to an environment appropriate for physical and mental development.
|Human Rights & Health | Governments' Obligations | Governments' Commitments
Governments' Obligations to Ensuring the Human Right to Health:
What provisions of human right law guarantee everyone the Human Right to Health?
Includes excerpts from the Conventi on on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Internatio nal Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, the Conventio n on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
- "States Parties shall ... ensure to [women] ... access to specific educational information to help to ensure the health and well-being of families, including information and advice on family planning.... States Parties shall ... eliminate discrimination against women in ... health care ... to ensure, on a basis of equality of men and women, access to health care services, including those related to family planning....; ensure ... appropriate services in connection with pregnancy.... States Parties shall ... ensure ... that [women in rural areas] ... have access to adequate health care facilities, including information counselling and services in family planning...."
- -- Con
venton on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against
Women, Articles 10, 12, and 14
- "Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for ... health and well-being of himself and his family, including food, clothing, housing, medical care and the right to security in the event of ... sickness, disability.... Motherhood and childhood are entitled to special care and assistance...."
- -- Univ
ersal Declaration of Human Rights, Article 25
- "The States Parties ... recognize the right of everyone to ... just and favourable conditions of work which ensure ... safe and healthy working conditions....; ... the right to ... an adequate standard of living ...; the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health. The steps to be taken ... to achieve the full realization of this right shall include those necessary for: ... the reduction of ... infant mortality and for the healthy development of the child; the improvement of all aspects of environmental and industrial hygiene; the prevention, treatment and control of epidemic, endemic, occupational and other diseases; the creation of conditions which would assure to all medical service and medical attention in the event of sickness."
- -- Inte
rnational Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights,
Articles 7, 11, and 12
- "States Parties undertake to ... eliminate racial discrimination ... and to guarantee the right of everyone, without distinction as to race, colour, or national or ethnic origin, to equality before the law, ... the right to public health, medical care, social security and social services...."
- -- Conv
ention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination,
Article 5
- "States Parties recognize the right of the child to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health and to facilities for the treatment of illness and rehabilitation of health...."
- -- Conve
ntion on the Rights of the Child, Article 24
|Human Rights & Health | Governments' Obligations | Governments' Commitments
Governments' Commitments to Ensuring the Human Right to Health:
What commitments have governments made to ensuring the realization of the Human Right to Health?
Includes commitments made at the Earth Summit in Rio, the Internati onal Conference on Population and Development in Cairo, the World Summit for Social Development in Copenhagen, and the Habitat II conference in Istanbul.
- "The explicit recognition ... of the right of all women to control all aspects of their health, in particular their own fertility, is basic to their empowerment.... We are determined to ... ensure equal access to and equal treatment of women and men in ... health care and enhance women¹s sexual and reproductive health as well as Health."
- -- Beijing Declaration, paras. 17 and 30
- "Women have the right to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health. The enjoyment of this right is vital to their life and well-being and their ability to participate in all areas of public and private life.... Women's health involves their emotional, social and physical well-being and is determined by the social, political and economic context of their lives, as well as by biology.... To attain optimal health, ... equality, including the sharing of family responsibilities, development and peace are necessary conditions."
- -- Beijing Platform for Action, para. 89
- "Strategic objective ... Increase women's access throughout the life cycles to appropriate, affordable and quality health care, information and related services.... Actions to be taken: ... Reaffirm the right to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standards of physical and mental health, protect and promote the attainment of this right for women and girls and incorporate it in national legislation...; Provide more accessible, available and affordable primary health care services of high quality, including sexual and reproductive health care...; Strengthen and reorient health services, particularly primary health care, in order to ensure universal access to health services...; reduce maternal mortality by at least 50 per cent of the 1990 levels by the year 2000 and a further one half by the year 2015;... make reproductive health care accessible ... to all ... no later than ... 2015...; take specific measures for closing the gender gaps in morbidity and mortality where girls are disadvantaged, while achieving ... by the year 2000, the reduction of mortality rates of infants and children under five ... by one third of the 1990 level...; by the year 2015 an infant morality rate below 35 per 1,000 live births.... Ensure the availability of and universal access to safe drinking water and sanitation...."
- -- Beijing Platform for Action, para. 106
- "Health and development are intimately interconnected. Both insufficient development leading to poverty and inappropriate development ... can result in severe environmental health problems.... The primary health needs of the world's population ... are integral to the achievement of the goals of sustainable development and primary environmental care.... Major goals ... By the year 2000 ... eliminate guinea worm disease...; eradicate polio;... By 1995 ... reduce measles deaths by 95 per cent...; ensure universal access to safe drinking water and ... sanitary measures of excreta disposal...; By the year 2000 [reduce] the number of deaths from childhood diarrhoea ... by 50 to 70 per cent..."
- --Agenda 21,Chapter 6, paras. 1 and 12
- "Everyone has the right to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health. States should take all appropriate measures to ensure, on a basis of equality of men and women, universal access to health-care services, including those related to reproductive health care...."
- -- Cairo Programme of Action, Principle
- "The role of women as primary custodians of family health should be recognized and supported. Access to basic health care, expanded health education, the availability of simple cost-effective remedies ... should be provided."
- -- Cairo Programme of Action, para.
- "We commit ourselves to promoting and attaining the goals of universal and equitable access to ... the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health, and the access of all to primary health care, making particular efforts to rectify inequalities relating to social conditions and without distinction as to race, national origin, gender, age or disability...."
- -- Copenhagen Declaration, Commitment 6
- "Human health and quality of life are at the centre of the effort to develop sustainable human settlements. We ... commit ourselves to ... the goals of universal and equal access to ... the highest attainable standard of physical, mental and environmental health, and the equal access of all to primary health care, making particular efforts to rectify inequalities relating to social and economic conditions ..., without distinction as to race, national origin, gender, age, or disability. Good health throughout the life-span of every man and woman, good health for every child ... are fundamental to ensuring that people of all ages are able to ... participate fully in the social, economic and political processes of human settlements .... Sustainable human settlements depend on ... policies ... to provide access to food and nutrition, safe drinking water, sanitation, and universal access to the widest range of primary health-care services...; to eradicate major diseases that take a heavy toll of human lives, particularly childhood diseases; to create safe places to work and live; and to protect the environment.... Measures to prevent ill health and disease are as important as the availability of appropriate medical treatment and care. It is therefore essential to take a holistic approach to health, whereby both prevention and care are placed within the context of environmental policy....²
- -- Habitat Agenda, paras. 36 and 128


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I have to stop eating and drinking two hours prior to CT scan.
At the image center l I was first told to drink 1/2 gal. of barium splitting into two times every 30 minutes. Comparing with 20 years ago, when I had it for my stomach X-ray exam, it is still a lot but much better taste. After then dreadlocked black nurse, like a reggae musician, put an IV needle in my median cubital vein asking if I had any allergy with shell fish. As I answer "No," he said then I didn't need to worry about reactions of the dye.
In the exam room, I lay on a exam bed, which moves through a big doughnut ring. "You will feel warm when I inject dye, but if you feel difficulty breathing or ichty, let me know. I am here," said th black nurse kindly. It took about half an hour and I could pass the first CT exam without any problems.
At night I noticed the region of my cancer got pink and even the size got bigger like an egg. I was shocked, and am scared but I have to wait one more week to meet the oncologist.


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We are meeting on Tuesdays during term time at 9:30am until 11:00am at the Batford Methodist Hall, on Lower Luton Road in Harpenden. We charge £2 for the first child and then £1 per additional child to cover our costs.
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They are all out!! Checked all of them once, now I'll check them twice. First check around, I had to pull 12 figures back into the workshop for rework. I expect there will probably be a few more cantankerous figures and a few strings of lights that need repairing. Today I will set all the manual timers (7 of them) and try to get them to come on together at 5:00 (usually the best I can do is a 5 minute period). I'll also get the final figures on power draw at each house.
Tomorrow, I'll check the figures again on the two main houses and put the electronic timers in place.
Yesterday, I blew the leaves off the two main houses' lawns and mulched them…thats the 5th time I've done that and hopefully the last! To do both lawns it takes 3 tanks of gas on my backpack blower.
Final count on the lights will depend on calculating the power draw and trying to adjust for the 3,000 LED lights. Should come out right around 130,000.
Still have my golf cart to decorate!
Sure looking forward to Thanksgiving and the light-off at 5:00.
My brother and his wife will depart on Friday for Florida. I sure appreciate the help he has provided over the last two weeks…we really made a team effort of it.


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1. March 2016
195 nations agreed on a change to a more climate friendly society in the Paris agreement. This change will also not spare tourism. The specific effects on the international tourism industry will be the focus of myclimate's panel discussion with participants from politics and tourism industry.
The exchange of views under the heading "Time to Act" will start from 2 pm on 10 March on the small stage in Hall 4.1. Fritz Lietsch, Editor in Chief of the Sustainable Business Forum, will guide discussion towards the topic of entrepreneurial challenges, risks and in particular opportunities. Participants are Franzjosef Schafhausen (Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety – an experienced climate policy expert and member of the German delegation in Paris), Wybcke Meyer (Managing Director of TUI Cruises GmbH), Peter-Mario Kubsch (Managing Director of Studiosus Reisen GmbH) and Stefan Baumeister (Managing Director of myclimate Deutschland GmbH).
After this discussion, the myclimate awards will be presented. myclimate will be awarding these to sustainability pioneers in the tourism sector for their commitment. In recent years, TUI Cars, Hotelplan, Kuoni Travel Holding and Airplus International have been among the winners. Afterwards, myclimate is looking forward to continuing the discussion over drinks during a relaxed get-together with all participants and the audience.


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On Friday, April 21, the Flint Hill Upper School gathered for its first Color Games. Though the Color Games were scheduled last year as well, it was canceled due to rainy weather conditions. This year, though, students were excited to see that Friday morning was sunny and warm, promising a great day of field games and fun.
After morning classes, students gathered in their advisories to walk down to the field. The school was teamed up in groups of two advisories from different grade levels who would work together and compete against other teams. Senior and freshman advisories were grouped together, while junior advisories were grouped with sophomore advisories.
Seniors and freshmen especially appreciated the chance to connect with people in different grades in this fun way.
"Sometimes I walk past underclassmen in the hallway, and it feels like they're in a different universe, and that I rarely have a change to bridge that gap," said senior Jack Lovelace. "At the Color Games, the innovative setting allowed a senior like me to be up close and personal with our underclassmen family and to truly get to know some really spunky and new individuals."
The teams played a series of classic field games, including the three-legged race, Mission: Impossible, and a sponge-bucket relay.
Many students enjoyed competing with their friends and having fun outside in the warm spring weather.
"It was really nice participating in Color Games because my advisor (Andino) really got into it, and we ended up winning all of the games that we played," said junior Kamryn Olds. "But, in general, it was also nice to go outside, bask in the sun, and just enjoy ourselves."
Some students were reminded of their Color Games at the Lower School and other middle schools.
"My favorite game was Mission: Impossible because it brought me back to the days of my childhood," says senior Stephanie Renner.
Others enjoyed the Color Games for the snacks given to students at the end, rather than the actual games themselves.
"Actually, the popsicles were the best part," says freshman Victoria Bedoya.
On the other hand, some students disliked the Color Games, and felt their time could have been better spent.
"I thought it was a forced venture into bonding and team building that was overall unnecessary," Renner says of the games. "The event did not personally facilitate camaraderie between my advisory nor between grades, and I got a sunburn when I could have been doing work."
Though students had different opinions of the day, many of the Flint Hill community appreciated that the members of the school had a new way to come together and enjoy a new tradition at the Upper School.
"It was fun to get to compete against other grades, and it was a really cool tradition to be part of this year," said freshman Courtney Nguyen.


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Christine's + Brendon's LOVE Story!
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Brendon started the day with traditional dancing, a bit of drinking and playing the drums, while Christine put her Pallas Couture gown on in a calm quite room with her bridesmaids. This is the beautiful thing about two different cultures coming together. When Brendon saw Christine he couldn't take his eyes of her ( she looked stunning). We had heaps of fun on location with these two love birds and found some lovely light for a bit of veil fun! Their reception was held at the gorgeous Lamonts Restaurant (Bishop House) and with the help of Jenn from The Original Wedding Company Christine's and Brendon's vision came together fabulously for the big day!


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Naval Chief not in favour of paying more money for GorshkovDecember 3rd, 2007 - 9:40 pm ICT by admin
New Delhi, Dec 3 (ANI): Chief of the Indian Navy and the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee, Admiral Sureesh Mehta on Monday said that India should not pay more money than initially agreed for the acquisition of the Russian aircraft carrier Gorshkov.
Speaking to reporters a day ahead of the Navy Week celebrations, Admiral Mehta said, "We should not pay anything more than what we have committed in the original contract (for the Gorshkov)," adding, "'When we signed the deal, it was fixed-price contract, taking into account all eventualities of retrofitting."
India had initially signed the 58 billion rupees (1.5 billion dollars) deal in January 2004, but the cost is expected to rise after India accepted the Russian demand of increasing Rupee-Rouble escalation rate from 2.8 percent as earlier agreed to 5 per cent.
The 44,570-tonne aircraft carrier was scheduled to be delivered by August 2008, but delays in its delivery have raised severe concerns here, and last week Defence Minister A K Antony said in the Parliament that the "overall progress of repair and re-equipping of the ship is slow."
Admiral Mehta today said that said the Indian Navy now owns the aircraft carrier, which has been re-christened as INS Vikramaditya, since New Delhi has already paid more than 400 million dollars for it.
He said that the delay is basically due to the Russian Government diverting the trained manpower engaged in the repair work of the aircraft carrier to other shipyards where they are constructing their new ships and submarines. "It was Gorshkov project which helped Russian shipyards provide jobs when their economy was down. With our money, there has been lot of prosperity in the (Russian) region," he said, adding, "But now, sudden oil boom has brought about a lot of prosperity, enabling the Russians to launch new warships and submarines, diverting the workforce."
Last week, Antony told the Lok Sabha that the Russian side has submitted a revised Master Schedule indicating a delay in the project and they have attributed the delays to "growth of work".
Admiral Mehta said that the retrofitting process would take at least two years, and added, "We have to see where our relations are going to with Moscow." (ANI)
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Favourable government regulations, growing awareness among people and increasing acceptance of intelligent emergency response system in mining projects are some key factors fueling the market. However, factors restraining the market growth include limited awareness among developing regions and high installation costs.
According to Stratistics MRC, the Intelligent Emergency Response Sys…nd Infrastructure Market is estimated at $66.58 million in 2015 and is expected to reach $115.23 million by 2022 growing at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2015 to 2022.
In addition, providing a new intelligent emergency response solution, depending on different threat concerns in different regions will be a good opportunity for manufacturers to target in coming years.
Amongst Systems, video surveillance system segment is anticipated to dominate the global market and infrastructure. Moreover, perimeter intrusion detection type segment is expected to exhibit high CAGR.
North America commanded the highest market share followed by Europe and Asia-Pacific.
The key players in the market include,
Siemens Ag, Alcatel-Lucent, Bosch, United Technologies Corporation, Phoenix IT Group, Everbridge Inc., ATI Systems, Enera International AB, Honeywell, Athoc Inc., Vocal Technologies, Robert Bosch GmbH, Daisy IT Group Limited and Micron Technology Inc.
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• Industrial
• Energy and power
• Mining
• Government
• Defense
• Oil and Gas
• Education
• Residential
• Manufacturing
• Aviation
• Hospitality
• Telecom & IT
• Other Applications
Components Covered:
• Sensors
• Wireless Chipsets
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Display & Lighting
• Detectors
• Optoelectronics
• Access Control
• Other Components
Systems Covered:
• Communications System
• Signage
• Broadcasting System
• Video Surveillance System
• Perimeter Intrusion System
• Back-Up Power Generators
• Other Systems
System Types Covered:
• Facility Management Security
• Physical Security
• Life Security
Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o France
o Italy
o UK
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan
o China
o India
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• Rest of the World
o Middle East
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o South Africa
o Egypt
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- Market share analysis of the top industry players
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Market forecasts for a minimum of 8 years of all the mentioned segments, sub segments and the regional markets
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
Table Of Content
1 Executive Summary
2 Preface
2.1 Abstract
2.2 Stake Holders
2.3 Research Scope
2.4 Research Methodology
2.4.1 Data Mining
2.4.2 Data Analysis
2.4.3 Data Validation
2.4.4 Research Approach
2.5 Research Sources
2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
2.5.3 Assumptions
3 Market Trend Analysis
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Drivers
3.3 Restraints
3.4 Opportunities
3.5 Threats
3.6 Application Analysis
3.7 Emerging Markets
3.8 Futuristic Market Scenario
4 Porters Five Force Analysis
4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
4.3 Threat of substitutes
4.4 Threat of new entrants
4.5 Competitive rivalry
5 Global Intelligent Emergency Response System and Infrastructure Market, By Application
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Industrial
5.3 Energy and power
5.4 Mining
5.5 Government
5.6 Defense
5.7 Oil and Gas
5.8 Education
5.9 Residential
5.11 Manufacturing
5.12 Aviation
5.13 Hospitality
5.14 Telecom & IT
5.15 Other Applications
11 Company Profiling
11.1 Siemens Ag
11.2 Alcatel-Lucent
11.3 Bosch
11.4 United Technologies Corporation
11.5 Phoenix IT Group
11.6 Everbridge Inc.
11.7 ATI Systems
11.8 Enera International AB
11.9 Honeywell
11.10 Athoc Inc.,
11.11 Vocal Technologies
11.12 Robert Bosch GmbH
11.13 Daisy IT Group Limited
11.14 Micron Technology Inc.
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Avoiding VRBO & HomeAway Service Fees
You don't mind paying a few extra hundred dollars on your next Destin, 30a, Florida vacation rental, do you? According to HomeAway & VRBO you don't. They have actually said that "travelers don't mind paying a service fee". I'm not sure what reality they are living in, but it is not even close to a real world reality.
In August 2017 HomeAway & VRBO rolled out a new Service Fee that they are charging to travelers who book through their websites. While they say the fee will range between 5% and 15%, they calculate the fee based on the rent and any other fees charged (cleaning fees, etc.). It is not assessed on taxes or security deposits. So, if the rental rate is $3,000 and there is another $400 in fees for cleaning, linens, pet fees, etc., the Service Fee will be based on $3,400.
FOUR HUNDRED TO NINE HUNDRED DOLLARS MORE! At that rate, you could plan another (shorter) vacation if you just booked directly through an actual property manager's website. Perhaps the worst part about this is that the money generated from travelers like you is being invested back into the network's marketing strategy, so they can continue to collect from the unknowing guest who just wants (and deserves) to find a good deal on a vacation home.
Traveler Confusion
The Service Fee they are charging the travelers is for booking through their site and they keep all the money. The homeowner gets none of it. However, they label it simply as "Service Fee" in their site. Understandably, renters are often confused, as they think the homeowner/rental management company is charging this Service Fee, and are unaware that it is charged by HomeAway and the homeowner/rental management company has no control over it.
In some instances, travelers don't even know they are paying a Service Fee because HomeAway & VRBO have gone to great lengths to hide it from plain view or identify that it is their fee. So, if "travelers don't mind paying a service fee", why hide it or why not own up to it?
While some homeowners/rental management companies have sought to offer clarification in their listings or communications with travelers, HomeAway has penalized them and even gone so far as removing rental listings if a listing contains mention of the fee or communications through their system to travelers even mention the Service Fee.
Limiting What you See
HomeAway is attempting to hamper any effort for travelers to avoid paying the Service Fee. They have begun blocking rental management companies telephone numbers from rental listings (we imagine it will soon be all listings), so the only way travelers will be able to contact owners is through their system. It is only a matter of time before they begin hiding travelers contact information (name, email address, telephone number) from the rental management company until the traveler books, leaving the only communication possible being through their system.
What Can the Traveler Do?
If you find a Destin, 30a, South Walton, Florida vacation rental you like listed in HomeAway or VRBO, don't immediately book it. In almost every case the property is listed on a private website or with a vacation rental management company for a much lower price than on VRBO. Instead, search destindays.com, where you can book it without paying the Service Fee. If it is not listed on our site, contact the owner and tell them to list their rental with Destin Days Vacation Rentals so you can avoid the service fee with VRBO.


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A recent study undertook to answer this question. Entire government programs and millions of dollars are devoted to forcing the "deadbeat dad" to accept his responsibilities and care for his children. The government is heavily invested because if the father does not do it, the government will and therefore the burden falls on the taxpayer. These assumptions beg the question, are all fathers that fail to pay child support deadbeat dads? If not, how many of them are? Should the answer necessitate a change in policy?
The study examined 150 respondents who consented to be included in the study. The respondents all filled out detailed surveys that asked them to outline their justification for refusing to pay child support. The researcher found some interesting numbers.
Some fathers might qualify as "deadbeat." For example, 12.67 percent refused to pay child support because they do not accept responsibility for the child. The mother was the one that wanted to keep the child. Therefore, the father abrogates all responsibility. Additionally, another 12.67 percent argued that they were not the father at all. But, as you may notice, these percentages are in the minority.
The study also found that 38.65 percent indicated that they lacked the funds to pay child support, which tends to suggest that fathers and mothers both suffer from poverty. It also suggests programs that transfer wealth from fathers to mothers does nothing to raise the standard of living for the family; it merely traps them in a cycle of poverty.
The study also noted that 23.33 percent refused to make payments because the mother would not allow them to visit their child. Retaliation indicates that, rather than being unengaged, these fathers are taking active measures to be involved in their child's life. These cases might require intervention to build healthier relationships between the mother and father for the benefit of the child.
If you are engaged in a child support dispute, then you may want to call a lawyer at your earliest convenience. Child support payments are heavily enforced by the courts and, if necessary, the police. As stated above, governments take these payments very seriously. A lawyer can help ensure that you avoid any serious penalties without becoming trapped with excessive payments.


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Mr. Beetz specializes in operational diligence, transition planning, corporate strategy and business planning, growth programs and sales force effectiveness, and development, as well as execution of post-acquisition performance improvement programs.
He has advised private equity sponsors, strategic buyers, and corporate executives in the retail, insurance, financial services, consumer packaged goods, and professional services industries. In addition, he has held multiple interim management positions as an operating executive.
Most recently, he assisted a PE firm with the acquisition of a $400 million off-price retailer. Initially, he led an extensive operational diligence and post-acquisition planning effort. Post-close, he served as interim VP, Merchandise Planning & Allocation to reorganize the underperforming department. He implemented advanced merchandise and assortment planning capabilities, allocation mechanisms, as well as standardized markdown protocols and tools.
Supporting a London-based private equity sponsor, he served on the firm's deal-team to evaluate, structure and plan transactions for branded retail apparel companies in the U.S. and Europe. His responsibilities included development and financial evaluation of alternative transaction structures, development and evaluation of financial and operational post-acquisition improvement plans, and support of equity and debt fund-raising activities.
Assisting a $350 million wholesale and retail apparel company, Mr. Beetz led a diligence and pre-acquisition planning effort, and served as interim Chief of Staff post-close to manage the100-day post-acquisition performance improvement program. The company emerged on Day One post-close of the 363 transaction with a 38 percent reduction in operating cost structure, and by Day 60 achieved a 21 percent reduction in outstanding principle for the ABL facility.
Supporting a $900 million specialty paper maker, he established a set of strategic initiatives to realize shareholder growth and profit expectations, designed and transitioned the leadership team to a new organization structure, and implemented a formal program management function within the company to lead execution of the initiative portfolio, monitor risk and results, and course-correct as needed.
Assisting a Fortune 100 financial services company, Mr. Beetz developed and implemented a growth strategy to increase underwriting and fee revenue for a $2.2 billion extended warranty business unit. The 18-month project focused on achieving profitable, diversified growth of $650 million through penetration of new customer segments with a refined portfolio of products, as well as the design and build of a new captive sales force and full sales and sales support capabilities to enable the strategy.
Mr. Beetz earned a degree in finance, with emphasis on accounting and economics from The University of Iowa. He attended executive leadership training at Yale Universit, and holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.


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Lisa Kudrow Discusses the Dark Side of Reality TV, Ageism in Hollywood, and a Friends Reunion
Lisa Kudrow dropped by the 2015 Vulture Festival to discuss Romy & Michelle, reality TV and Hollywood in The Comeback, and the prospect of a Friends reunion.
Lisa Kudrow dropped by the 2015 Vulture Festival on Sunday to talk with TV critic Matt Zoller Seitz about projects past and present. She touched on sexism and ageism in the entertainment world, her role in the 1997 cult classic Romy and Michele's High School Reunion, and how her HBO series The Comeback was partially inspired by the bleakness of reality TV. There was also time to reminisce about Friends and get her thoughts on the prospect of the cast reuniting onscreen. (Don't hold your breath, unless you want never to breathe again.) Watch the interview below:


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NFL Network announces Patriots-Buccaneers Thursday Night Game drew 16 Million Viewers across all Media platforms
Television Viewership on CBS and NFL Network Up 28%
THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL on Thursday, October 5 featuring the New England Patriots beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 5 was seen on an average minute audience basis by 16.0 million viewers across all platforms, including CBS Television Network, NFL Network, Amazon Prime Video, NFL Digital and CBS digital platforms.
THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL is produced by CBS Sports. CBS sells and airs the national commercials for CBS THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL games across every platform, creating incremental value and distribution for CBS clients and sponsors.
Last night's telecast on CBS and NFL Network delivered a 28% increase in viewership from last year's comparable Week 5 game. The New England-Tampa Bay game was seen by an average of 15.434 million television viewers (12.073 million for Arizona-San Francisco; 10/06/16), according to Nielsen live plus same day national ratings. The average digital audience for last night's THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL game across Amazon Prime Video, NFL Mobile from Verizon, Watch NFL Network, the NFL app on Microsoft, NFL Game Pass (International) and on CBS digital platforms was 525,000.
Television viewership of the New England-Tampa Bay game peaked at 17.575 million viewers from 9:30-10:00 PM, ET.
TNF on CBS and NFL Network won in primetime, handily beating the other networks. CBS/NFL Network's primetime viewership for Thursday Night of 14.285 million was +350% ahead of FOX (3.172 million), +169% ahead of NBC (5.309 million) and +146% ahead of ABC (5.818 million).
In total, CBS and NFL Network's coverage of the New England-Tampa Bay game was watched in all-or-part by 47.462 million viewers on television, with a minimum of one minute viewed. In total, 2.1 million viewers initiated a stream of THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL across all digital properties.
Amazon Prime Video reached a total of 1.7 million combined viewers worldwide for the NFL Thursday Night Kickoff pregame show and the New England-Tampa Bay game. For the THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL game alone, 1.5 million worldwide viewers initiated a stream on Amazon Prime Video. The average worldwide audience watching THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL for at least thirty seconds on Amazon Prime Video was 391,000 with each viewer watching an average of 50 minutes.
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Rainbow Rock Tiles - play the free color music tile guitar tabs step game 1.0
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Kaija Saariaho on Sexism in Classical Musicby Liane Curtis - November 7th, 2013.
Filed under: activism, composers, women composers. Tagged as: McGill, repertoire, Saariaho.
"In reading more studies about our recent history in this matter, I have understood that the situation is not slowly getting better, but that the improvements seem to have stopped a while ago. In politics, economy, research and culture in general, women still have to find their place."
The composer Kaija Saariaho on sexism in classical music — her speech at McGill University, Nov. 3, 2013


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Gabriëlle Vermeij
Gabriëlle Vermeij is an art director and photographer based in the Netherlands. She helps her clients capture creative visions and translate them into tangible objects, such as brochures and websites.
Gabriëlle chose Avada as the theme to help communicate her creative edge to her potential clients. She's taken the time out of her busy creative schedule to answer a few questions about her life, business, and Avada portfolio.
Let's meet Gabriëlle!
Introducing Gabriëlle Vermeij
Q: What inspired you to pursue design and photography as a career?
I've been creative for as long as I can remember. As a child, I was always drawing and painting.
When it came time to choose a career, I actually started out to become an architect! I was also curious about buildings, and how cities were created. But now, design and photography have captured my heart.
Q: What is your biggest challenge as a solo designer and photographer?
As a discipline, design never stands still. As an art director, I am constantly developing. There is always something new – trends, tools, technologies, theories, inspiration!
The biggest challenge for me is to maintain a healthy balance between my work and my private life, because I really love my work. I get wrapped up in my assignments and personal projects, and all those new concepts that are constantly changing.
I spend all my free time trying to improve my skills – design and photography. Even when I'm travelling, I focus on photography. It's also important for me to focus on taking more time to let myself breath, meet up with friends, do power-yoga, or take a walk in nature to unwind and find a different kind of inspiration.
Recently I listened to an inspiring TED Talk by Stefan Sagmeister about the power of time off. He discusses the overlooked value of time off. Every seven years he closes his New York studio for a year sabbatical to refresh his creative outlook. I want to find my version of that.
Q: What is your favorite part of the job?
Working in the creative industry comes with real passion and gives you a real sense of satisfaction. You are creating something, going through a process to produce something tangible.
As an art director my favorite part of the job is creating a vision, which defines the tone, style, mood, and emotion that should be conveyed. I love the feeling that comes when I can inspire my clients to see things from a different perspective they hadn't thought of before.
Inspiration is important to me. I always want to be inspired by the content of an assignment. I love to get lost in design problems and discover a surprising solution.
Vermeij Design
Q: Who are your usual clients for design and photography?
My clients vary from architects, consultancy for education, shipping companies, and galleries, to name a few.
Q: What is the most common way that you find clients, and how does your website help you to acquire new clients?
Most of my clientele comes from word of mouth and existing relationships. My website helps me show (rather than have to tell) my skills when building these new relationships.
Q: When working on a new project, what keeps you inspired with fresh ideas and perspective?
Over the years, I've learned that every time I start a new creative project I must allow it time to take form.
When I get stuck, I have to accept moments of non-productivity and take a break to go for a walk to clear my mind. Sometimes, I call a friend and talk about it. I am often tackling multiple projects at once, so I can switch from one to the other to help keep my mind fresh.
I seek inspiration from all sorts of sources: the internet, reading art history books, listening to music, daydreaming. It's important to observe other people, I am always inspired by their stories.
Q: What is the most interesting client project you've ever had to work on?
Every project changes, so you must be open minded and become curious about the content for the assignment. It's always a new experience that helps you to learn and grow.
That said, I can't hide my interest in architecture, so when you ask for my favorite project, it has to be the design for a corporate brochure for an architectural firm. The collaboration was an stimulating process. We developed this concept about how people within the firm think differently – dreamers, thinkers, and doers. Each came with their own perspective, so we identified how they work together when developing projects.
I translated this development process into their brochure by using lines from poetry combined with striking photography on each page. This provided an intriguing image, while leaving space open for the curiosity and imagination of the reader.
Q: Where is the most outlandish place your work has taken you?
It wasn't directly related to work, but a journey for inspiration. I took an adventure to Nepal and Tibet; especially enjoying the trip back from Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour via the Everest Base Camp.
Getting lost in overwhelmingly beautiful nature without my computer – exploring totally different cultures and meeting new people – really freed me from feeling cooped up by sitting at a desk to do my work.
Delving Into the Portfolio
Q: When you chose Avada as your theme, what was the biggest selling point for you?
I chose Avada because I wanted to learn to build my own websites instead of only designing them. Today, design and technology are merging more closely with prototyping and development, often during the design phase.
I loved the minimal design and all the design options and features. The combination of the visual page builder with the possibility to incorporate custom CSS is something that I really liked. For me that was the moment to start learning more about CSS3 and HTML5.
I also spend a lot of time on the Avada Support Forum to learn from all the questions and answers from the Avada support team, which is really helpful.
Q: When considering which pieces to feature, what elements are you looking to highlight from your talents and skills, and how do you ensure these show through in your online portfolio?
My portfolio is meant to put an emphasis on my photography and web design.
I wanted it to build a mood and atmosphere that sets the creative tone when showing a potential client my work, while of course highlighting my talent and skill.
Q: Your Avada website has a very clean, uncluttered feel while being rich with eye-catching photographs and clean typography. When building your website, what design properties are most important to you?
The hardest person to design for is yourself!
In this case, I wanted to show off my personal tastes while sticking to my branding and implementing the type of attention I give to my client's projects.
For my portfolio I wanted to define a strong and clear concept, with a stylish and elegant aesthetic.
Looking Forward
Q: Going into 2017, where do you hope to take your design and photography business?
I believe that creativity is stimulated by collaboration with other creatives. I'd like to do more of that this year, with people from all over the globe. Hopefully I'll be able to inspire them with my own design and photography in return.
Beyond that, I'd really like to start working with magazines and brands regarding visual concepts with photography.
Q: How do you expect your Avada portfolio will help you achieve these goals?
I expect that my portfolio will help establish me as a creative worth collaborating with!
Putting together a strong online portfolio helps sell you and your work to potential customers. It is particularly important when your work relies on your ability to create strong visuals! The way Gabriëlle has handled her web design with Avada is elegant and graceful, putting a brilliant spotlight on her strengths as an art director and photographer. We are excited to continue to work with Gabriëlle as she builds the perfect portfolio in order to work towards her collaborative goals this year.


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Young minds are full of creativity and innovation. We want to provide spaces that nurture and develop these skills. Our pupils at Belmont watched eagerly as the new Roger Chapman building took shape. Inside they were excited to discover a dedicated Design & Technology suite and a state-of-the-art IT zone. These facilities are giving them confidence in working with new technology and preparing them for the planned Innovation Hub at Mill Hill (2018 initiative).
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Intellectual Property Rights
Answers to the 10 most asked questions
Preface (only in German)
1. Which kind of Intellectual Property Rights can be registered in the PR China? Is the registration wothwhile? more in German
2. Where can Intellectual Property Rights be registered in China? How to do? more in German
2.1 Chinese Trademark Office (CTMO) more in German
2.2 State Intellectual Property Office (SIPO) more in German
2.3 National Copyright Administration (NCAC) more in German
2.4 Plant species: Office of Agriculture (SOA) more in German
2.5 Domain names and keywords more in German
3. I have no Industrial Property Rights in China. But I am affected by counterfeits from China or could be. What can I do? more in German
4. I have no Industrial Property Rights in China. Someone else registered the rights there. What can I do? more in German
4.1 Someone registered my brand in China on his/her name. more in German
4.2 Someone registered my patent, my design patent or utility model in China on his/her name. more in German
4.3 Someone registered my brand´s name as a keyword or domain name in China more in German
5. I have Industrial Property Right in China. Still my rights are infringed/have been infringed there. What can I do? more in German
5.1 a) General information for all processes more in German
5.1 b) Trade mark right and market surveillance: local administration of industry and commerce (AIC) more in German
5.1 c) Product quality and standards as well as indication of source: local technical supervision bureau (TSB) more in German
5.1 d) Invention patents/ utility models/ design patents/ topographies of circuits: local intellectual property office more in German
5.1 e) Copyrights: local copyright bureau more in German
5.1 f) Local drug administration more in German
5.1 g) IPR complaint center more in German
5.1 h) Placed of the 50 complaint centers for industrial property rights (IPR complaint centers) more in German
5.2 Costums duty more in German
5.3 Ordinary civil proceedings more in German
5.4 interlocturory injunctions in civil proceedings more in German
5.5 Criminal Proceedings more in German
5.6 Proceedings with the infringer more in German
5.7. Public relations more in German
6. Can I initiate those defense measures (issue 5) in parallel? more in German
7. What costs should I expect for these defense measures (issue 5)? more in German
8. What other means do I have - additional to the registration of property rights - to defense my right on intellectual property in China against infringement? more in German
9. What to bear in mind in fairs? What means and rights do I have? more in German
10. Who is the person in charge? What other advices and further information exist? more in German
* The here proposed answers only refer to the PR China and not to Taiwan, Macau and Hong Kong. Detailed information concerning Intellectual Property Rights in Hong Kong are to be found in English here.
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The authors as well as the APM and the German Business Delegation in China assume no liability for the here provided information especially not concerning their correctness, completeness and relevance to the current situation. The assertion for claims under any circumstances is excluded. The information shall ease a first orientation and not provide or substitute an expert advice concerning your engagement in China. We highly recommend an adept consultation of local lawyers concerning legal aspects. The here provided information must not be your sole and only point of reference. Be aware that in many cases time periods are set that result in negative legal consequences. Those time periods were not presented in particular.
For all contents that are described on external websites and that were referred to beforehand the authors as well as above mentioned institutions do not assume liability.
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Not only is the new Netflix series Stranger Things getting a ton of buzz, but the soundtrack is amazing.
In case you're not familiar, the show follows a young boy who vanishes into thin air.
As friends, family and local police search for answers, they are drawn into an extraordinary mystery involving top-secret government experiments, terrifying supernatural forces and one very strange little girl.
The music on the show features a ton of 80s songs, including tracks from The Clash, David Bowie, and Jefferson Airplane.
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Right now over 225,000 people use the L Train to commute across the East River daily. Many people are concerned that in spite of solutions already proposed by the MTA, commuting between Brooklyn and Manhattan will still remain difficult.
L-Ternative Bridge is what is known as a pontoon bridge and would provide a temporary solution for rapidly transporting people between Brooklyn and Manhattan while the L Train is under repair. It would be capable of supporting two lanes for bus traffic and two walking/bike paths. Construction can be completed in 6 months and the cost will be completely covered by bus fares.
We are currently working to provide the city with a detailed and actionable plan. This plan will include bids on all material and labor costs. We will also conduct an analysis of the impact on east river maritime traffic and seek Coast Guard approval of the design in accordance with the General Bridge Act of 1946. Ideally the MTA will either use the plans and contractor recommendations we provide to build L-Ternative bridge, or they will establish a public-private partnership with a developer who is capable.
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Why a pontoon bridge?
Pontoon bridges have been used for 1000's of years and are still commonly used by militaries as a means of rapidly transporting vehicles and cargo across waterways. They are quick to assemble, affordable, and capable of carrying large loads.
Here are examples of bridges used by the Chinese military which can be installed in less than 30 minutes.
L-Ternative Bridge Design
How much will it cost?
We are currently in the process of receiving bids, however our initial projections suggest the bridge will cost approximately $50M. The bridge below is very similar in design, almost twice as long, and was built by a consortium of European companies for only $38M in 2008. It also includes an elevated section for smaller maritime traffic to pass through (ferries and private boats) and a 230 foot wide retracting section for larger ships, similar to our design.
How long will it take to cross?
At 30 mph it will take approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds to go from the Bedford Ave station to the Manhattan shoreline at 10th Street.
How do you rapidly transfer people from the subway to buses?
In order to move people as quickly as possible from the subway and into buses, a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station could be constructed on 7th Street between Bedford Ave and Driggs Ave. Turnstiles would remove the need for people to swipe their metro cards as they board the bus and expedite the process. This could be accomplished while still preserving sidewalk access for businesses and residences.
What route will buses take?
Buses would enter Brooklyn via 7th Street, turn north on Driggs Ave, and then head back to Manhattan via 8th Street. Through traffic on cross streets in Brooklyn will be blocked off. In Manhattan, buses will enter onto 10th Street, turn north on Avenue C, and then turn west on 14th Street.
How will buses and pedestrians get across FDR Drive?
A temporary overpass will be built allowing buses to pass above FDR Drive so as not to interrupt the flow of traffic. There is already an overpass in place for pedestrians on 10th Street.
How will the pontoons be made?
The pontoons will be 90-foot long purpose built deck barges. It will take 20 to span the 2,600 feet across the East River.
How will the road and walking paths be made?
The road and walking paths will be constructed using a modular steel bridge called a Bailey Bridge. These can be rapidly assembled to obtain any length due to their modular design. It was designed in WWII and is still widely used throughout the world. Hundreds of feet can be assembled per week and it doesn't require any welding or skilled labor to build.
Historic Examples of Bailey Bridges in Use
Where would the bridge be assembled?
There are a number of potential construction locations along the north and south sides of Newton Creek. The bridge would be made in modules. Each module would be floated from the construction site into position, anchored and connected to the rest of the bridge.
How do you keep the bridge from moving?
The bridge could be anchored in place using 3,500lb. Delta anchors. These anchors work very well in mud bottoms like the one in the East River. Another option would be to use suction embedded anchors, which are buried beneath the surface.
What About Shipping Traffic on the East River
Section 9 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 and the General Bridge Act of 1946 placed the navigable waters of the United States under the exclusive control of the U. S. Coast Guard to prevent any interference with their navigability by bridges or other obstructions except by express permission of the United States Government. The purpose of these Acts is to preserve the public right of navigation and to prevent interference with interstate and foreign commerce.
We believe that a 240-foot wide drawbridge for larger ship traffic and a permanently elevated section for ferries and smaller boats, may provide a sufficient solution for the passage of maritime traffic. More research is necessary to validate this hypothesis. We are currently reviewing data provided by the US Coast Guard and Army Corps of Engineers.