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America Online and HP Expand Relationship
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Press release from the issuing companyDULLES, Va. & PALO ALTO, Calif.--June 25, 2001-- New Marketing Agreement Will Feature HP Across Several AOL Interactive Brands America Online, Inc., and Hewlett-Packard Company today announced expanded technology and marketing agreements under which America Online will use a broad range of HP products and services and HP will market its products across several of AOL's interactive brands. Under the expanded agreement -- which builds on a marketing relationship that began in 1999 -- HP will provide America Online with a variety of computing system products, software, storage support and services, including high-end UNIX HP Superdome servers, L- and N-class UNIX servers, and HP workstations. In addition, the companies announced a multi-million dollar agreement under which HP will market its products and services across a number of America Online's interactive brands, including Netscape, Spinner.com and ICQ. Terry Laber, AOL's vice president for System Operations, said, "With the number of AOL members continuing to grow, and with our members spending almost 70 minutes a day online, highlighting the increasing popularity of the AOL service, we want to make sure that we continue building relationships with companies like HP to help continue to build our unparalleled network infrastructure. We're also pleased that HP has increased its marketing presence across our brands and look forward to helping them reach even more consumers.'' "We're excited to expand our relationship and increase our brand recognition with America Online,'' said Webb McKinney, president, HP Business Customer Organization. "Our ability to provide a total customer experience across the portfolio of HP's products, services, and solutions is critical to the success of partnering with industry leaders like AOL.''
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CSM confirms sale of bakery units to Rhône Capital
May 2013 | DEALFRONT | PRIVATE EQUITY & VENTURE CAPITAL
Financier Worldwide Magazine
Following a near year-long search for a buyer, CSM nv announced in March that it had reached an agreement with US private equity firm Rhône Capital for the sale of its bakery supplies businesses.
According to a statement released by CSM, the enterprise value of the sale will be approximately $1.36bn. The company expects the net cash proceeds of the sale to be around €850m. The deal is expected to close in the third quarter, subject to regulatory approval in both Europe and the US. Shares in CSM rose 7.7 percent in trading immediately following the announcement.
CSM,based in Diemen, Netherlands, first announced its intention to divest the businesses – which sell bakery ingredients and ready-made goods to bakeries, food-service outlets, restaurants and supermarkets – in May 2012.
The decision to sell CSM's European, North American and international bakery supplies businesses, was taken following a review of the company's future strategy and financial resources, which was completed in 2012. CSM felt that it no longer had the necessary funds to expand the bakery businesses while increasing its focus on lactic acid, a product the company uses in a range of goods including salad dressings, beverages and household detergents. CSM also cited weak consumer spending and high raw material prices for the decision to shed the bakery businesses.
In a statement, CSM noted that the company's board felt that the sale was in the best interests of its stakeholders, including its employees and customers. Earlier in March the company had downgraded the value of its European bakery units by €165m.
The divested bakery units, which employ a total of 8220 employees, grew 6.3 percent in 2012 with aggregate sales of €2.56bn and aggregate earnings before EBITDA, excluding one-off costs, of €106.8m. By comparison, the remainder of CSM's business grew 7.1 percent during the period. CSM's chief financial officer Nicolaas Kramer stated that the divestiture of the bakery businesses will result in the company incurring one-time costs between €10m and €15m, though he does not expect any further costs at a corporate level relating to the sale. Under the terms of the deal Rhône will also acquire the CSM brand name.
Gerard Hoetmer, chief executive of CSM, said "The intended divestment of our bakery supplies businesses is a milestone in the development of the company." The sale of the bakery businesses represents a significant step in the transformation of CSM, and the company intends to convert itself into a bio-based ingredients and solutions firm. The company's new direction and the sale of the bakery units were both ratified by CSM's shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting held in July 2012.
Following the sale announcement, Mr Hoetmer reaffirmed to analysts what the company had stated in May 2012, noting that CSM will use the proceeds of the sale to make bolt-on acquisitions, return some funds to shareholders, pay for pension liabilities, and reduce existing debt.
Steven Langman, managing director of Rhône Capital, said "We are proud to succeed CSM nv in stewardship of the bakery supplies businesses. We look forward to building on the foundation of the bakery supplies businesses' product innovation capabilities, valued customer relationships and skilled workforce, and to support existing management in its global growth." Rhône Capital, the investment arm of the Rhône Group LLC, currently manages more than €3bn worth of assets. The firm specialises in mid-market leveraged buyouts and PE investments in companies with a pan-European or pan-American presence.
Rhône, which was established in 1996, has a portfolio of investments in a number of firms across the consumer, chemical, energy, industrial material, mining and shipping sectors. In 2011 Rhône paid over €900m for the carbon black unit of German chemical manufacturer Evonik Industries.
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Property Details
- Development: Old Town
- Category: Studio
- Baths: 1
- Sleeps: 3
- Stories: 5
- Floor: 5
- Unit Size: 25 sq meters
This 5th floor (top floor) studio has been completely renovated and newly furnished with air-conditioning. In the living area you have flat screen TV, (with full Sky TV package including movies and sports) DVD and Video (with DVD and Video library) a good quality JVC stereo system and Harman/Kardon bluetooth speaker and hi-speed wifi internet access free of charge.
There is a sofabed (suitable for 1 adult/child) The studio is charming and sunny and bright - with 2 full length window (double glazed) doors directly onto covered balcony - so also very quiet.
The studio is on the 5th floor (no lift) of a 300 year old ex-monastary - the building is full of character. The apartment has 2 large double/door windows which are double glazed (very quiet) which also make apartment very light.
There is a modern clean shower-room with mosiac tiles throughout - this has high quality shower and wash basin and WC.
The kitchen area with fridge freezer, 2 hob cooking plates, microwave grill, toaster, kettle, Nespresso coffee machine and cooking utensils - breakfast bar.
There is a very nice covered balcony (ideal for outdoor summer dining) with lounging chair and table and 2 dining chairs and outside lighting (there is a washing machine on balcony) The views from the balcony are of rooftops and mountains - ideal for sitting out in evening and enjoying glass of wine.
This is a very popular studio apartment for couples as right in the heart of action of old town on Place Rossetti - but also very quiet - with very nice covered balcony - which means you can sit-outside in all weathers - the stairs and entry area where completely renovated in winter 2013 - an ideal base for couple.
This apartment comes with linens and towels and the main bed made-up for 2 persons.
Additional services: (if required) please request in writing once you have booked.
Sofabed: If you require use of sofa-bed linens and towels (for an additional 1 persons) 40 euro
Baby cot: a fold-up baby cot and linens can be added to apartment: 30 euro
Beach Towels: 2 large beach towels 20 euro; 4 large beach towels: 35 euro
Any additional services will be paid in cash in envelope provided at the end-of-your stay.
We are here to make your stay a very pleasant and enjoyable one any questions we are here to help - Paul Manion & The Go-Nice team.
- Activities
- Cinema
- Cycling
- Museums
- Nightlife
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Bedrooms
- Central Heating
- Linens
- Sleep Sofa
- Towels
- Communications
- WiFi
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Satellite TV
- Included Items And Services
- "Washing Machine
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Espresso machine
- Fan / extractor
- Freezer
- Hair Dryer
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Enabled TV
- Iron/Board
- Patio/deck/Terrace
- Shower
- Stereo
- Vitro ceramic
- Kitchen Equipment
- Coffee Maker
- Kettle
- Kitchen
- Kitchen Utensils
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Outside Amenities
- Balcony
- Restrictions
- No Pets Allowed
- No Smoking
- Suitability
- Family Friendly
- View And Location
- City View
Rossetti (location old town)
Category: Studio
City: Nice
Sleeps: 3
|Rossetti (location old town)
|Old Town
|Tourist Attraction
|70 m.
|Cours Saleya
|Tourist Attraction
|237 m.
|Castle Hill
|Tourist Attraction
|392 m.
|Place Garibaldi
|Tourist Attraction
|481 m.
|Place Massena
|Tourist Attraction
|542 m.
|Nice Port
|Tourist Attraction
|552 m.
|Nice central train station
|Train Station
|1469 m.
|Negresco Hotel
|Hotel Motel
|1533 m.
|Promenade des Anglais
|Tourist Attraction
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erdehoff Boulder, Colorado
"A charming base for exploring Old Nice"
I really enjoyed my stay in this apartment. Booking was very easy, and picking up the keys at the airport was a breeze. Yes, you have to go up five flights of stairs (and unless you're in amazing shape, you will feel it!) -- and yes, it really isn't fun to do that with heavy suitcases -- but just think of it as a way to balance out the cream sauce and wine you'll be consuming during your trip. I didn't gain an ounce in 10 days of fairly decadent dining, and I have those stairs to thank for it!
The apartment has everything you need. I opted not to cook, so the only utensil I used was the corkscrew, but the kitchen is well stocked. Everything is clean. The view from the balcony is charming -- you can see the rooftops of Old Nice and the hills in the background. When I ate in, I ate on the balcony (OK, let's be honest: I spent a lot of time sipping wine on the balcony). The washing machine took a bit of figuring out, but eventually I got it working (some instructions here would be helpful!). I always have trouble with washing machines in other countries for some reason!
One thing to be aware of (besides the stairs): Your taxi will not drive you to the door. It will drop you off at the edge of the old quarter and you'll have to fend for yourself on foot from there. It is a bit of a maze, and not exactly a picnic when one is lugging suitcases. However, the lack of cars in the neighborhood means less street noise. I was awakened several times during my stay by noise from the nightclub downstairs, but the listing now mentions double-glazed windows, so that might not be a problem any longer.
The location can't be beaten if you're able to walk and like to explore on foot. It's not a very long walk to the buses or the tram. There are countless restaurants and bars within several blocks. It's very easy to feel like part of the neighborhood. Enjoy your stay -- I did!
Seatroutf... Nothumberland, UK
"A wonderful apartment in the heart of old Nice!"
This was the second stay in 5 rue Rossetti and hopefully there will be many more.
I think that perhaps people are probably discouraged from renting this apartment by the prospect of it being on the 5th floor...with no lift and its position in the heart of the bustling old town. PLEASE DON'T BE!! Its position is perfect. Being on the 5th floor means that the noise from the street below is not intrusive. The property has excellent double glazing so that night time noise is obliterated, and simply I love the fact that you can sit on the balcony and eat surrounded by the jazz and bustle wafted from the street below. Regarding the stairs...they are a struggle when getting cases up initially, but after that should be treated as a trip to the gym. Great for leg toning!
5 rue Rossetti is a studio apartment, but still quite spacious. It is housed at the top of an ancient ex-monastery. A fascinating building, especially if you have always wondered what went on behind those typical French double street doors you see so often.
The furniture is good and modern, and the sofa in the photos has now been replaced with a new one. The air conditioning is excellent and quiet. There is a small kitchen with everything you need for simple meals and there is also a washing machine if required. The bathroom is clean, with a very good shower. There are two full height double glazed doors leading to the balcony is excellent for outside eating. The apartment has Freesat television so that all of the main UK and French channels are available and also a CD/radio for music. There is a selection of VHS tapes but the DVD collection is lacking...I may be contributing to this next year from ours, but it is worth taking some of your own if you are film fan! The internet access is good and pretty fast - which as a freelance is something I always have to consider when away from home.
Paul and Merilyn are helpful and very responsive. They run a great operation and you can book without worries. Overall this is an excellent, clean, well maintained apartment in the perfect position, surrounded by cafes, bars, restaurants and all of those sights the guide books recommend. Plus... metres from the front door is the renowned Fenocchio's ice cream parlour. 100+ flavours of Nice's best can only be a bonus! We will be back next year!
"A home away from home...!"
Booking through Go-Nice was incredibly easy and the quick responses and helpfulnes from the office staff made one feel very safe and comfortable right away.
This was only emphasized when arriving at the lovely flat, which - we thought - was even cosier than the webpage-photos had revealed. A very pleasant location in the center of the old city with a magnificent view across the roofs of the old city and the hillsides ( mountains for a Dane...)further away.
The flat really felt like "a home away from home", it even had a hot water bottle ( we were there in November, chilly nights) and a yoga mattres!
This, plus the extensive "Arrival info" & Guestbook, all added to making us feel very welcome.
We fell so much in love with the flat that we couldn't resist buying plants for the balcony even though we were only there for a short stay.
In the summertime I imagine it could be noisy with the bars in the street, and of course one has to be willing to face the 5 flights of stairs, but the wonderful view from the balcony and cosy feel of the flat made up for it !
We would certainly come back again, - we really felt part of Old Nice while staying at this location.
Ballyclare N Ireland
"Loved the studio, will return!"
The studio was great, although the climb to the fifth floor is the only negative it was well worth it for the fab views and atmosphere on the balcony. Well equipped and very clean and quiet considering central location. Very easy pick up of keys at airport. Denise
Düsseldorf Allemagne
Cher équipe de go-nice,
je pense que vous comprenez aussi le francais donc je prefère cette langue (mon anglais est encore pire). L'appartement était super. Je m'y suis tout de suite sentie à l'aise. Le corbeille de bonjour est une super idée. Mille merci pour ca. Le service (midstay change) était discret et efficace. Même si j'avais du mal à dormir (la rue est très centrale mais il y a aussi beaucoup de vacarme) je louerais l'appartement encore une fois. Merci beaucoup pour le déroulement si peu compliqué. C'était un vrai plaisir. Bonne chance pour vous tous et à bientôt Marion Priebe
"Fantastic Holiday!"
Just back from a fantastic week in Nice. The apartment suited our needs perfectly. 5 minutes walk from the beach, 5 minutes from the bus station. The apartment was well equipped for a self-catering holiday, especialy the washing machine (we only brought carry-on luggage), plenty of cutlery and utensils. Loved the street it was on, very central, but not noisy.
Only negatives I can say are: the stairs....not easy after a day on the beach!!
Directions to the apartment were perfect, we found it no bother.
All in all, a brilliant holiday and a great apartment. Will be back next year.
Bexleyheath Kent
"A gem in the Old Town"
Fantastic place for a couple to stay - providing you don't mind a hike up many flights of characterful stairs.
Key pick up at airport was seemless and good clear communication and instructions before hand.
Bang in the heart of the Old Town, all the atmosphere, well located for the bus station for all coastal and airport routes, 5 mins to beach through the famous market, couldn't fault the flat for location.
And inside it is big for a studio, well appointed, comfortable bed, and fab quiet aircon. Small but very functional bathroom and shower. Kitchen has just what you need providing you don't plan to cook a lot. Plus the bonus of Sky TV (very limited package though), DVD player and stereo system and free wireless broadband.
Loved the place and may very well go back. Would recommend.
"Excellent situation, facilities and overall experience"
Overall my partner and I had an excellent experience staying in this studio apartment. Keys were ready for collection at the airport as expected, complete with good instructions to our home for the week. On finding the apartment - we could not believe how amazing the location was and when we finally climbed the 103 steps (we counted) and opened the apartment door we knew we had made a good choice. Facilities within the apartment were great and it was spotlessly clean!
if we return to Nice we would definately try to rent the apartment again,
I would recommend this apartment to anyone, especially couples
Wash. DC Usa
"Old town niece"
We enjoyed our week in niece staying in old town. The apartment was just what we were looking for. Reasonable rate, clean, neat and close to the action of niece: Markets, museum, transportation. The only drawback for older people especially was the 5 floors, Once we got used to it, no problem. Would stay there again. sincerely, Maurice Singer
Irene B.
Cosy retreat in the heart of Nice old town
We returned to Rue Rossetti for our second visit to this cosy little apartment at the top of an old monastery building just off Place Rossetti. The 103 steps up to the apartment were great exercise to help work off all the scrumptious food we ate while in Nice. Everything we needed was provided and we will certainly be back!
Daniel B. Melbourne, Australia
Fantastic Apartment in the Old town Nice
onderful space, bright, tiled floor, covered private balcony, all amenities were great, Nice coffee pod machine, internet ( LAN/Wireless), washing machine, aircon - everything was great
Easy dealing with the Go-Nice people; key pickup and departure were easy, good information, attention to detail - very reassuring.
Lovely summer evenings sitting on the balcony in watching the sunset.
Would have stayed longer; I really enjoyed my time in Nice,
I'll be back here next time I'm in Nice, great apartment
Kathleen K.
It was very very nice in Nice.
We spent a wonderful weekend at Nice. We found the apartment as described, it had all we needed and the location was just perfect although it was quite loud during nighttime because of the party folk outside.
Irene B.
A gem of a hideaway in x Nice
Right in the heart of the old town. Small but perfectly formed. We even enjoyed trotting up the 100 steps!
Loved the little balcony. Can't wait to go back.
Perfect apartement for 2 persons.
A perfect bright apartement with a large bed and good kitchen equipmet. You had to step carefully inside the apartement because of the bad isolation generally in this old buildings, but that didn`t matter. Many stair steps to reach the apartement, but you get a good exercise and this feels good after the end of a week stay. A nice little balcony to see sun rise and sun set. Good location in the old town, near the most facilities and even to the beach where you could play beachvolleyball in low and high level.
for beachvolleyball.
Princess Amelia Essex
Nice Apartment
This is a lovely apaprment in a GREAT location. It does state that it is on the 5th floor, but be aware it's 103 steps and not for the unfit!
This apartment was great for the type of holiday we wanted. and the Ice Cream shop downstairs in the Square is the best. It was clean and just enough room for the 2 of us. Although when sitting on the toilet you have to sit slightly sideways or your knees hit the wall (I'm only 5ft3).
Over all it was a lovely apartment and good for young couples!
jim s. Wirral, U.K
jim s. Wirral, U.K A superb studio, excellent location with all mod.c
I've tried to stay in one of these Rentals apartments in the past but without success. What a pity. The company is one which I would use again. The property was accurately described and a pleasure to stay in. Customer service was excellent offering the facility to pay by credit/ debit card making payment really easy. Key collection was first rate from the airport. We were fortunate that we could stay on until 7pm on our last day, again arranged with Paul who has gone out of his way to help throughout the whole process. I will stay in this or one of the other apartments in the future and would have no hesitation in recommending this to friends. The apartment is surrounded by all the entertainment / restaurants you could need and a stone's throw from the bus station.


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Located on a privileged spot of Punta Ballena, Museo Taller Casapueblo (Casapueblo's museum & workshop), it's an icon of Uruguayan culture, and it's visited by thousand of tourists from all over the world.
Looking for the continuous improvement of their communication strategies, Casapueblo's team decided to trust Cualit with the development of their new website, as well as the planning of a new digital strategy.
Working together, we decided to give a new approach to their communication and web design, beginning with educational content about Carlos Páez Vilaró's life and work, and also including Casapueblo's history on it.
For the website design, we innovated following tendencies that top ten museums and art galleries are using nowadays, always respecting Carlos Páez Vilaró and Casapueblo's style, and also trying to highlight the artists work and life as much as possible.
The whole website is now like a "big digital multimedia encyclopedia" about Carlos Páez Vilaró's life and work, and Casapueblo's history. Also, it has become a huge source of information for tourists who want to visit it.
It was challenging to organize and design this website not only because of the number of pages but also because of the huge amount of content. But we achieved to make a simple structure, easy to navigate, with all the details the customer wanted.
Check out their web here.
We are also working on Casapueblo's social media strategy, creating touristic-educational content, focusing the communication about the artists life, and giving information about the different moments of his work and how he built Casapueblo.
Instagram is the social media queen when it comes to art, design and photography content, that's why it's been used strategically as an art gallery to show Carlos Páez Vilaró's artwork.
Currently all posts are about the different painting phases of Páez Vilaró, but we have future plans to exhibit his photographs, videos, sculptures and architecture.


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OGC Delivers GI Interoperability
And Industry Coordination
An Open GIS Consortium (OGC) White Paper
by Lance McKee
Vice President,
Corporate Communications
Open GIS Consortium, Inc.
The Open GIS Consortium continues to work toward its vision of geospatial data and geoprocessing resources that are fully integrated into mainstream computing, and toward the widespread use of interoperable, commercial geoprocessing software throughout the global information infrastructure. Standard geoprocessing interoperability interface specifications --The OpenGIS™ Specification -- will be in place by July, 1997. Meanwhile, OGC's organizational innovations are creating new opportunities for geospatial information communities to tap into the expertise of commercial and academic technology providers, and the same innovations are creating new opportunities for vendors to gain understanding of the needs of these communities, and to make the users aware of their special strengths.
The OpenGIS Abstract Specification is holding up well under public review. A living document with some elements still under development, the "Abstract Spec" is nevertheless solid and complete enough to provide a model for detailed implementation, or engineering, specifications. These OpenGIS Implementation Specifications will be used by programmers to write interfaces that support geodata access and queries between dissimilar software systems with dissimilar data models. Vendors, working to keep up with a Request For Proposals (RFP) schedule that allows little opportunity for missed milestones, will soon submit Implementation Specifications for review and selection. Four final Implementation Specifications will be selected to implement this basic functionality on each of the four major distributed computing platforms (CORBA, OLE/COM, the Internet, and ODBC). By July of 1997, vendors worldwide will have a standard interface specification for "simple geometry" queries on each of these platforms.
A few months later, the first generation of cross-vendor interoperable geoprocessing software products will be working together locally in standalone systems and remotely across networks, accessing each other's data in real-time. Because these are open interfaces, this new level of interoperability is available to any vendor who chooses to make OpenGIS Specification compliant software that produces, stores, manipulates, analyzes, or displays geographic information. Different vendors' OLE/COM-based GIS systems, cooperating via interfaces compliant with the "OpenGIS Features Specification for OLE/COM," will, for example, service each other's requests for simple features and feature collections using fundamental selection behaviors such as intersect, union, subtract, complement, spatial buffer, and select by attribute, location or topological relation. In many cases, users will enjoy interoperability across CORBA, COM/OLE, Internet, and ODBC bridges, thanks to the Technical Committee's attention to this problem.
The public can view and download from http://www.opengis.org the OGC document detailing the RFP process: "OGC Technical Committee Technology Development Process." That document also describes policies that enable OGC to quickly standardize on existing technology that has been developed outside the consortium (the Request for Comment, or RFC process) and to formally solicit information from industry about particular technologies that might be under development (the Request for Information , or RFI process). A compliance and labeling program to be announced next year will set the rules that will determine how vendors' software labels will inform software buyers about the level of geoprocessing interoperability offered by OpenGIS Specification compliant software products. For an overview of the OpenGIS Project, see the earlier Technical Committee document titled "The OpenGIS Guide, An Introduction to Interoperable Geoprocessing," which is also available on the Web site, and is available in hardcopy.
The reason for making these documents public is to ensure that all interested parties in the geoprocessing industry know about this effort and have an opportunity to submit technology for review. The geoprocessing industry is growing beyond its traditional bounds. It now includes, for example, database vendors (whose relational and post-relational database engines and network servers are being enhanced to efficiently serve spatial data), telephone companies (who recognize the potential for geospatial services such as geo-enabled multimedia yellow pages), and visualization, simulation, and virtual reality tool developers (for whom the OpenGIS Specification makes heterogeneous geodata part of their data domains). Meanwhile, technical and commercial progress in GPS and high resolution Earth imaging are creating an explosion in geodata. Wide participation of technology providers and technology users is essential for implementing widespread interoperability.
When it released the RFP, OGC also released two RFIs, which are available on the Web site. One solicits information on available technologies and suggested interfaces required to imagery-enable geospatial applications and tools, and the other solicits information on digital catalog architectures, geospatial catalog requirements, and relevant technologies. The goal of the RFIs is to be certain that the OGC Technical Committee is fully aware of the entire industry's needs and capabilities related to these two technology areas, which will be addressed by subsequent OpenGIS Specification RFPs.
The OGC Earth Imaging Working Group (EIWG) that wrote the Earth imagery RFI has been working on the imagery portion of the OpenGIS Specification's Open Geodata Model. Among the EIWG's proposals is a proposal for a standard nomenclature for the definition of imagery levels for Earth images collected by imaging devices on airborne and spaceborne platforms. Data vendors' sometimes idiosyncratic use of diverse sensor-specific imagery level definitions has led to confusion among users, and a standard nomenclature is required for the open system approach to be successful. OGC is proposing a standard nomenclature for interoperability as a common interface standard, not a data standard to which data producers must convert. The goal is to have a nomenclature to which all other significant imagery level schemes can map. The nomenclature is based on a rigorous approach to the engineering mathematics involved in every imaging event: sensor characterization and calibration; platform location, view angle, and geometric calibration; post-collection photogrammetric geopositioning operations; etc.
Significantly, the proposal defines an imagery level encompassing all non-mapping images, including imagery products that have gone through image processing that does not involve the use of a photogrammetric math model or that otherwise does not allow for rigorous measurement of error propagation. In the EIWG's scheme, an image product lacking rigorous error propagation data can be used for various purposes, but it cannot propagate certified values for the accuracy fields of subsequent image or map product metadata.
Technology providers and users in OGC have always had as their first goal simply the achievement of geoprocessing interoperability within the industry. If they don't do it, it won't get done. But every member has a specific set of business reasons besides that basic goal. Vendors are looking for particular kinds of sales, marketing, and partnering opportunities, and user organizations are looking for specific expertise and technology. By creating the new Strategic Membership level, OGC has amplified the opportunities for both sides.
OGC's first Strategic Member is the Geospatial Integrated Product Team (Geospatial IPT) of the US Defense Mapping Agency. This team includes members from all the US Government's national security groups concerned with geospatial information, and one of its chief tasks is to create a common architecture for future use of geospatial information in these agencies. The Geospatial IPT has a vision in which paper maps are superseded by a network of digital geographic information sources that provide a "geospatial framework" of up-to-date, accurate, overlayable, digital geographic information types that are universally accessible (within information security structures) over networks for analysis and display.
To help realize this integrated vision, the Geospatial IPT will use OGC, an open membership consortium, as its interface to the technology provider community. Almost all of the significant providers of geospatial technology are active members of the consortium. Strategic Membership enables a major user community to tap the collective expertise of the consortium in high level planning and "spiral development" procurement planning, including open facilities for prototyping advanced solutions to a Strategic Member's geographic information problems. Also, in OGC, technology providers and technology users collaboratively develop specifications that "steer" technology development in the domain of geoprocessing, which includes geographic information systems (GIS), Earth observation, automated mapping and facilities management (AM/FM) (a major issue for DoD), navigation systems, and other systems that produce, manage, and display digital geospatial data. By influencing and extending the OpenGIS Specification, a geospatial information community can ensure that its particular needs will be addressed by multiple vendors competing to provide finely differentiated but interoperable software products that address those needs. Vendors welcome the participation of major user communities because this participation gives vendors insight into important customer needs. In this information rich planning environment, a vendor can focus on opportunities that fit well with that vendor's strengths.
Through the OpenGIS Project and advances in GPS, Earth imaging, and spatial databases, government and private sector organizations and industry groups will soon have an extraordinary new resource - abundant, ubiquitous, richly varied, high resolution digital geospatial information available over networks, automatically conforming its component layers in terms of spatial coordinates (to the degree of precision inherent in the component layers, which retain their lineage information). OGC is promoting interoperable geoprocessing to these user communities worldwide and encouraging technology providers worldwide to enter through the doors that the OpenGIS Project is opening.
*To maximize exposure of OGC's OpenGIS trademark, and to emphasize that the specification supports open access to geoprocessing resources as well as geodata resources, we have changed the official name of the specification from "Open Geodata Interoperability Specification" to "OpenGIS Specification." It is still referred to informally as "OGIS."


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Because of Recession, Many Private Colleges Admitting More Students Than Usual
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Many private colleges have admitted more students than usual this year, hedging their bets as they wait to find out whether families find higher tuitions difficult to manage in the recession.
After years of increasing selectivity driven by bumper crops of strong applicants, many private college officials are concerned that more students will turn to public universities, which are less expensive. As of today's deadline to notify most applicants, many schools have sent out more acceptance letters and e-mails, built bigger waiting lists and pumped more money into financial aid to lure students to their campuses.
The bottom line: It will be slightly easier to gain admission to some private colleges this year, officials said.
The private schools' concerns are part of a confusing overall admissions picture for the high school Class of 2009, the largest ever at 3 million students. Many public universities have experienced increases in applications, but it is unclear whether that has made admission more difficult across the board. And some elite universities such as Harvard and Dartmouth are even more competitive than usual this year, in part because they have assured low-income students that they won't have to borrow money to pay their costs.
At Johns Hopkins University, officials were on edge in the fall when applications were down by as much as 35 percent, then taken aback by a surge that left them with a 1 percent increase over last year's record number. Still, they offered admission to 250 more students than usual and increased the size of their wait list by about 10 percent.
"The world is changing pretty fast," said John Latting, dean of undergraduate admissions at Hopkins. "I just don't know what's going to happen."
Bill Conley, dean of enrollment and academic services at Hopkins, said: "We think more kids will be looking at lower-cost flagship publics. We think some kids will perhaps get better financial aid packages elsewhere."
At Dickinson College, a small liberal arts school in Carlisle, Pa., the number of applications dropped about 5 percent from last year's total. The number of early-decision applicants who were admitted but pulled out for financial reasons doubled. Officials are expecting more students to reject the school this summer as they consider their finances and its $50,200 price tag.
"That makes it very, very difficult for us to project our classes," said Robert Massa, Dickinson's vice president for enrollment.
Dickinson increased financial aid and accepted 48 percent of its applicants, up from 42 percent last year. American University took steps early on to reassure families about financial aid and experienced only a small decline in applicants.
At public colleges, demand is high -- in some cases, it outpaces state school budgets. But officials are anticipating that fewer students they accept from out of state will choose to attend.
For the institutions, enrollment is crucial at a time of budget cuts and shrinking endowments. If calculations yield too few students, a school could fall short on tuition revenue; if too many decide to attend, costs could rise and housing shortages could result. School officials also are worried about "melt," the number of students who drift away over the summer as family finances change or they are taken off wait lists elsewhere.


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Certified Pre-Owned 2015 HondaCR-V EX-L w/Navigation AWD SUV
- Stock: L021941B
- Odometer
- 34,145 miles
- Fuel Economy
- 26.0/33.0 mpg City/Hwy
- Exterior Color
- Urban Titanium Metallic
- Interior Color
- Beige
- Body/Seating
- SUV/5 seats
- Transmission
- continuously variable automatic
- Drivetrain
- all-wheel drive
- Engine
- 2.4L I-4 cyl
Highlighted Features
- Navigation system
- Leather upholstery
- Automatic temperature control
- Power moonroof
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera right
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
Detailed Specifications
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2015 Honda CR-V EX-L AWD 2.4L I4 DOHC 16V i-VTEC Urban Titanium Metallic 26/33 City/Highway MPG
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* Roadside Assistance for the duration of the Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty. Up to two complimentary oil changes within the first year of ownership. SiriusXM 90-Day Trial
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Honda continues to impress with CRV
By MR Z on Tuesday, August 18, 2015This is our second CRV, previous one was a 2013 EXL on a 3 year lease which was flawless vehicle and not one issue in 2 1/2 yrs of driving. Just traded to the 2015 EX and Honda has made a good thing even better. Superb vehicle in every way, only wish steering wheel was leather like in Accord and auto climate should be standard on EX models, but not a deal breaker. This updated model for 2015 is better, smoother and quieter in every way , Honda will be in our garage for many many years to come.
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By pahonda on Monday, July 10, 2017weakest point is the climate control and the weak a/c. if outside temp is above 80 you have to have the a/c on full blast at coldest temp, and it then at best the temp inside is ok, not cool. I have had dealer check it out at each service and no improvement.
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Highly recommend!
By AL on Monday, May 27, 2019This has been the most dependable car I have ever owned. The only thing we have had to replace is the tires. We do not do a lot of city driving, thus we have not even had to replace the brakes. Get decent gas mileage around 28-30 HWY and avg. 24-25. lots of room in the back seat for a small SUV Would have gotten the leather with all the perks if had choice again. would highly recommend.
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For 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid, 115 combined miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe) electric rating; 47 city/46 highway/46 combined MPG gasoline only rating. 13 mile maximum EV mode driving range rating. 570 mile combined gas-electric driving range rating. Based on 2014 EPA mileage and driving range ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your MPGe/MPG and driving range will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, lithium-ion battery age/condition, and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml.
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It's true; not picking up after your dog can be dangerous to the entire community because dog waste has been identified as one of the major pollutants in local water supplies. According to a USA Today article, entitled "Dog Waste Poses Threat to Water," dog waste contributes somewhere between 20 and 30% of the pollution found in streams across the United States.
This is because of the contaminants found in the poop: E. coli, fecal coliform bacteria, salmonella, and giardia are just a few. Of course, if there was only a little bit of waste going into the water, there would be little impact on water supplies around the country. However, it has been estimated that American pups dump out about 10 million TONS of feces per year!
Is This a Real Problem, Or Just a Put On?
This is a 100% real problem. The waste that is left on the ground is eventually flushed out by rain and snow and deposited into local lakes, streams, and rivers. This, of course, equals problems. In fact, universities around the country have been doing more and more studies on the subject.
According to a study released by the University of Rhode Island, "[Pet waste] is a potential source of nutrients and pathogens (disease-causing organisms), which can degrade water quality making it unsafe and undesirable for drinking, swimming, boating, fishing, shell fishing, scenic value, and aquatic life." To avoid this, owners just have to take a couple of seconds to clean up after their pet. It's a small sacrifice to make for the greater good. Not to mention, it's a responsibility that owners signed up for by getting a pet.
Tools and Methods to Make Cleaning Easier
Manufacturers have worked hard to provide owners with the necessary tools to make cleaning their dog's waste a whole lot easier. Some of the best products include:
As we all know, being a dog owner comes with certain responsibilities. Cleaning up your dog's waste is one of them. Not only is it rude to ignore this aspect, but it is also dangerous to you and your community.


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Our dear friend and former BHS board member died Tuesday, February 25, 2014. Gail was battling cancer.
To say it is a loss seems almost an understatement. For anyone who had the pleasure of knowing Gail, they would tell you she was a delightful woman, an especially sweet person, a real gem. I met Gail when I became a board member in 2006, she was serving as our treasurer.
I want to share the things I remember fondly about Gail, no doubt each of her friends and family members will have different memories, but these are mine. Gail loved life and she had so many interests. She loved the American Arts and Crafts movement and the mission style furniture that it produced. She loved vintage and antique objects, she loved bakelite jewelry, and vintage lucite handbags. She enjoyed her Berwyn bungalow and did great job of furnishing it, including the best basement remodel you've ever seen. In fact she opened her home up for one of the bungalow tours.
Gail was of Czech/Bohemian decent and she loved the food and culture. She could rattle of those crazy, hard to pronounce Czech last names like nobodies business. She loved to travel and had the pleasure of taking trips to Europe and the Czech Republic.
I know what most stands out for me about Gail was just how much she loved her family. HUGE would best state it. She loved her husband Tom, her Aunt Millie, and all the members of her extended family. The apple of Gail's eye was her lovely and beautiful daughter Sarah. Gail was so proud of her. Sarah, Gail, and Tom were lucky to have a relationship that every parent/child hopes to have, one of respect, great love, and one where they all liked one another, a lot!
Both our current BHS president, David Olson, and our former president, Lori Thielen, knew Gail, and like me, their hearts are very heavy, knowing that they are parting with a dear friend.
Lastly, in my minds eye, I can still see Gail walking towards me, sporting her fun spiky short hairstyle, a few vintage bakelite bracelets around her wrist, a knit shirt and a skirt, tan legs and Birkenstock sandals. She's greeting me with a big smile. Gail loved life and we loved our friend Gail!
Rest in peace my friend.
Kristine Dillon
BHS Vice President


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This quarter's walk took us to Grizedale and on the 3rd May 32 service users joined us on our day trip to the Lake District! After getting lost (only slightly!) we arrived and split into two groups, dependant on walking ability. Luckily, it was a warm and pleasant day; while it was a little slippery underfoot the rain held off! The less demanding walk span for approximately 2 hours taking two different routes, while the more challenging route lasted 2 1/2 hours.
After the walk there was still time left to have a wander and a shop around Hawkshead. Arguably the highlight for most of our intrepid walkers was the refreshing beer at the finish!
Huge well done and thank you to all the service users who joined us on such a brilliant day!


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Alright folks, if you missed this epic duo during our Open Streets party in October don't worry because The Good Rug and Alchemy Henna are back at Eldorado on Sunday, December 17th from 1-5pm.
Scoop up some beautiful moroccan and turkish rugs, textiles, pillows and poofs. Adorn yourself in henna designs and apothacary goods.


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From turning off the lights to keeping burglars at bay, smart home technology has made practically every aspect of our lives easier. Holiday cooking is no exception. With these five smart devices, holiday cooks will have a lot more to be thankful for.
Egg Minder
When you're out shopping, list in hand, for a holiday meal, it's easy to miss some things. Did you check how many eggs were left in the fridge? Are they even still good anymore? Should you buy another box, or risk not having enough?
With the Egg Minder, you can answer all of those questions via an app on your smartphone. The smart egg tray tracks how many eggs you have, determines how long they've been there, and sends you push notifications when you're running low. LED lights even let you know which egg is the oldest to keep any from going bad.
Drop Scale
Thanksgiving almost always requires a ton of baking, even if you're not really a baker. With the Drop Scale, pie crust, cranberry bread, and other baking recipes are immensely simpler to execute. It doesn't hurt that they leave fewer dishes to clean, too.
The Drop Scale connects wirelessly to its own smartphone and tablet app, which shows you step by step instructions that automatically progress when you add each ingredient—handy if you want to avoid getting the screen dirty. And since every cup of flour and dash of salt is measured not by measuring cups but by weight, many recipes require as little as one bowl to clean.
Belkin Crock-Pot Smart Slow Cooker
Slow cookers are a godsend during busy holiday cooking sprees: you can simply dump in your ingredients, set the temperature, and come back hours later to a completed sweet-potato casserole or beef roast. Add Wi-Fi to this sweet situation, and things get really easy.
The Belkin Crock-Pot connects to your home network to let you control its every function on your smartphone. Visiting neighbors at a crucial step? Turn the heat up to get that irresistibly crisp skin. Held up in holiday traffic? Turn the whole thing off. It'll even give you a notification when your dish is complete.
With so many main dishes, sides, and delicious desserts, it's easy to overdo it at Thanksgiving. And while a little indulgence is a good thing every once in a while, shoveling forkfuls of in your mouth between political commentary with extended family members is hardly the way to enjoy every flavor.
Enter the HAPIfork. This electronic fork is designed to help train you to slow down and enjoy every morsel you eat. It monitors how quickly you bring each serving to your mouth and uses gentle vibrations to remind you to slow down and savor. It even keeps track over the long term, uploading your mealtime data to an online dashboard where you can track your progress.
LG Smart ThinQ Oven
Turkey, you've met your match. The LG Smart ThinQ Oven lets you control its temperature and turn it off remotely, so big feasts in the process of cooking can be micromanaged from miles away. It connects to the LG cooking management app, so every adjustment can be performed right from your smartphone. It doesn't hurt that the oven's infrared heating element doesn't require preheating.


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What Does a CAN Event Look Like?
How is the topic chosen?
Contact Charity R. Warigon to discuss topic ideas and guidance.
Who would be a good facilitator for your group?
Facilitation means "to make facile" or easy. A facilitator's work involves making communication or discussion easier. Your facilitator must have an aptitude for:
- Getting along with and understanding other people.
- Paying attention to group dynamics.
- Keeping the conversation flowing.
- Monitoring the discussions and mood.
- Interfering as little as possible.
- Doing nothing when the conversation falters or disputes arise.
- Allowing others to find their way.
- Listening carefully.
- Welcoming feedback and opposing viewpoints.
- Admitting mistakes and moving forward.
- Good facilitators trust themselves. They will have less opportunity to participate in the conversation, so neutrality is important. Facilitators should be present, alert, focused, and inject energy into the group.
Sample of Program
We recommend reserving up to two and half hours for the event, as discussions can be pretty lengthy. Place an attendance sign-up sheet at the entrance (facilitator is to send it back after the event). Below is a sample of a schedule for the event, or an agenda.
|5:00-5:50 p.m.
|Eat and mingle
|5:50-6:00 p.m.
|Announce that the discussion will begin in 10 minutes
|6:00-6:15 p.m.
|6:15-7:15 p.m.
|Have a conversation!!
|7:15-7:30 p.m.
|Distribute surveys and ask people to fill out.


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Boom! Splash! Crash! On a hot summer day, a great canoeist, Peter Lourie, author and adventurer, navigated the rapids on the Hudson River, New York, USA, from its source to the New York Harbor. He is an amazing nonfiction writer, who came to our school to work with the fourth graders. His advice to the students is "Good writing is detailed writing."
We had the opportunity to talk to Mr. Lourie. We wondered what are the pros and cons of his job. Sadly, he doesn't have enough time to do the research he'd love to do. He wishes he had years to learn and know a subject to become an expert. The best part of his job is working with people who are "passionate" about a topic. Being in exotic environments such as the arctic and working with Inuit as they catch whales, or Africa with experts studying human evolution are favorite parts of his job.
Peter Lourie did not always want to be a writer. If you can imagine he had many interests in different jobs. Surprisingly, at age nine or ten Mr. Lourie wanted to be a pilot. A little later, he wanted to be an oceanographer. Next, an underwater archaeologist then, a physical anthropologist but he never ended up doing any of those jobs. As a writer he spends more time researching and locating experts then he does the actual subject.
We were curious if it was difficult to be away from his family for long periods of time. When his children were young it was hard for everyone. Now that his kids are older it is easer and his wife enjoys the break ha, ha, ha, ha, ha! He misses his family and appreciates coming home. Being away from his home is exhausting, but talking to people and gathering the research he needs to write a great book is helpful for him.
After listening to Peter Lourie, we received more strategies to use in our writing. We've learned how to incorporate interesting details in to our nonfiction writing. He not only inspired our writing but encouraged a sense of adventure. So if Mr. Lourie motivated you to explore and have some fun, then go ahead and enjoy an adventure and don't keep it to yourself … write about it!
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An Actual Case History
The Importance of Compliance
I first started wearing contact lenses in my final year of high school. They allowed me a greater amount of freedom for my sporting pursuits, as well as having obvious cosmetic benefits. My optometrist was very particular to outline the appropriate handling procedures and cleaning regime, stressing the importance of being compliant in my management of the contact lenses. The lenses provided no problems for the first year and a half, with fairly constant wear in this period, and the occasional night of sleeping in the lenses [against the advice of my optometrist].
By this stage I was at University and starting to feel some financial strains, so I started to store my lenses in the same solution for two days. I bypassed the digital rub step and did not use protein tablets at all. I also started sleeping in my lenses over the weekends. At no stage did I consider that I could be harming my eyes, as the comfort of the lenses was still all right and my vision still seemed to be satisfactory. In fact I hadn't seen my optometrist for a routine check in over 18 months. I often wish I knew then what I know now regarding contact lens complications. I ended up getting a viral infection in my eyes, which I really struggled to shake for over four months. I have an intolerance to contact lens wear now, and can only wear contact lenses for a maximum of 6 hours before I get red, irritated & gritty eyes! So much for the cosmetic benefits of contact lenses, as I now have to rely mostly on spectacles.
All of this could have been avoided if I was more compliant with my cleaning, replaced my solutions daily, removed my lenses at night and had regular visits to my eye-care practitioner. He was studying a Science degree at the time and was consulting a well know South Island optometrist who was managing his recovery from the viral infection. They had some discussions about optometry as a career and he asked "Is it boring?" That's how he became involved and today will tell you that optometry and contact lens practice is far from boring and in fact helping people see is a very stimulating and satisfying profession.


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Releasing Fear
I took my two-year-old daughter to the doctor for a blood test and, needless to say, it was a very stressful event for both of us. She talked about it that day as we drove to the co-op for lunch, but as the days went by it seemed forgotten. Fast forward to one week later. […]


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Creative by Design: The Best Graphic Artists and Illustrators of 2016
The nominees for best graphic artists and illustrators are not only capable of delivering a rad show poster. They also have the skill to come up with a variety of visual representations as needed by various business or creative endeavours. Whether you need a flyer, logo, or an illustration, these are some of the best graphic designers that can be hired.
Todd Little
The co-founder of Real Rad Records has been in Denton since 2003 when he began pursuing a Communication Design major at UNT. During his studies he also developed his writing skills and produced hip-hop music. The artwork he created for his own music caught the eye of local musicians such as Pudge Brewer of Fab Deuce. From there he became embedded, and it's been a nonstop ride as he moves forward with a high motivation to continue making art. In the past few years he's served as Oaktopia's art director in 2014 and 2015 while doing branding work for Gitmo, Cash & Respect, and his record company that he runs with Francisco Leal and Greg Luttrell.
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Holden Foster
If there's a UNT Short Film Club poster you have seen recently, chances are it's designed by Holden Foster. As a budding cinematographer, Foster is drawn to images of beautiful color and shape. It's as if his eye is a camera lens itself. In his design work, he sets up elegant layouts meant to fit the mood of the creative projects they represent. Foster also has a deep love for music. We recommend checking out his spotify playlist, "That Which Columbus Sought."
Michael J. Slack
Get interested in art enough, and you'll start to notice patterns and intersection where visuals and music mesh. It's the chaotic way that rock and roll culture functions. Michael J. Slack lives and breathes that cuclture with his work that's inspired by his grandfather's transcendental architecture. Like the previous artists, he made illustrations for his own music project (Dome Dwellers), but he's recently made album covers for I, The Ghost and Animal Spirit which are seen below. A little known fact is that he went to the same high school (Keller) and learned under the same art teacher as Cameron Hinojosa, another noted graphic designer and musician of Denton.
Claire Morales
Last year, Claire Morales went into the adventurous realm of working as a freelancer after doing set design jobs for the past 4 years. In that time, she's accomplished all forms of design needs. She provided branding services Franconia's seasonal beers and for "Sugar Rush," a mixtape curation by Grey Estates and Negative Fun Records. She's also fond of illustrations with a particular talent for drawing female figures of strength and calm. A musician in her own right, she recently collaborated with Daniel Markham for their second Halloween album of spooky indie rock.
Joe Duncan
One might imagine that a peek inside Joe Duncan's head would reveal an irreverent funhouse where Beetlejuice would party on holiday. His love for art didn't come from growing up in a family of artists. In fact, his family were blue-collar to a tee, and Duncan's artist statement claims he knows more about the ninja turtles than the artists they're named after. What he does care about is art, and he sees his creations as more important than himself.
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Some readers, aware of my fevered anticipation of Laufbursche opening their online shop doors, might be surprised to discover that I purchased a
pack, instead of the still-very-desirable huckePACK. All I can say to defend my actions is that the gear bug got me, and with upcoming trips up North and to the Badlands, I wanted a new, super light pack, and didn't want to wait for Laufbursche. I'd been trying to decide between the Burn and the huckePACK for some time, and while the huckePACK has some details I like, none of them were so essential that they ruled out the Burn. Both are in the same ball park for weight and load-bearing ability. Both are fine packs. But the Burn had one advantage: it was there.
It arrived from Ron Bell's secret factory in the mountains last week, so here are my first impressions.
As with all MLD gear, it is extremely well thought out, designed, and constructed. Mine is a basic stock version - I ordered no modifications apart from two hip pockets, because I like somewhere to keep my snacks, camera, and GPS if I use it. The Burn arrives with shock cord to attach as you like it to the outside (again, I copied the standard configuration from MLD's website), a sternum strap, and lots of little clips the purpose of which will be explained later. All-in-all, on my highly professional and no-doubt accurate IKEA kitchen scales, it comes in at around 405g.
As I'm tall, I ordered the large, and, although it's hard to say for sure without it being fully loaded, it feels comfortable.
The hip belt is riding a little high, but I expect that will drop down once I fill it with more gear (for these photos I just stuffed my quilt in it).
The padded shoulder straps are comfortable, and the sternum strap is easily removable to allow repositioning.
It also features a whistle which you can use to annoy dogs. Or in the eventuality that you get lost, but that doesn't happen, right?
Inside, the pack is completely empty - there are no unnecessary compartments to add weight. The pack does have a couple of webbing loops inside from which you can hang a hydration pocket, which is available from MLD. I usually just put any water bladders on top, so I didn't order one, but I'm pretty sure it would be easy to make something yourself, should the need arise.
There's also a hydration hole on the left shoulder, large enough for some pretty hardcore plumbing, I'd say.
The pockets on the front and sides are large and strong, with elasticated drawstrings at the top to secure bulky items. The front pocket seems to be ideally sized for a DuoMid.
The clips that come with the pack are used to attach the shock cord. The great thing about them is that they can be easily removed (but won't, of course, just fall off), allowing you to stuff the pockets full, clip the shock cord, and tighten away. It's a neat and flexible design.
A simple triangular configuration on either side allows for secure attachment of trekking poles or a Tenkara rod (hmmm, there's an idea...). It's also possible to attache a loop of cord to the loops at the base of the pack, and attach an ice axe. I'd love to have an ice axe, but I have absolutely no need for one (yet).
Another nice little detail is the loop on the front pocket which can be attached to the cinch cord for added security.
I suspect there might even be another purpose for that which I've not figured out yet.
The pockets took a little fiddling with to figure out the nest attachment method.
The pockets have small webbing loops on the back, and larger elasticated loops. I checked the MLD site and found out the appropriate way to secure them.
The trick is to slide them all the way up the hip webbing, and slip the shoulder strap cord through the first loop. The idea is that the pockets then don't slip along the hip belt. In practise however, this is not enough, and Ron has thoughtfully added webbing loops on the pockets and pack which can be clipped together with a clip that I thought would come with the pockets, but didn't.
A MYOG solution was called for.
I hunted around for one of Minna's hairpins, and, after initially cursing that I usually found them lying around everywhere, but when I needed one etc... then I found some hiding in the bathroom.
The hairpin perfectly clips onto the two loops, and, handily, performs the dual task (hey, this is a UL principle!) of securing one of the zip pulls so that it no longer jingles. I'm a little worried about the ends of the hairpin getting caught in the pockets and ripping them, so maybe some bending or some duct tape are in order.
Added bonus: silver duct tape matches Dyneema X perfectly!
The great thing about the pockets is that they are detachable, so I can use them with my Vapor Trail. MLD also provide a little spectra guy cord if you want to replace the metal zip pulls (which do tend to make a bit of a racket when walking).
I might, in fact, make that small change. I was a little surprised at the final weight of the pack with all the bits and pieces attached. 405g is quite a lot more than the advertised 276g of the basic pack. Can two pockets, a sternum strap, and some bungee cord really amount to 129g? According to the website, the pockets and sternum strap should weigh 1.95oz, or 55g. I suppose it's possible that the plastic clips and bungee add another 74g.
Still, it's not a big deal. With some little adjustments, I can get it comfortably below 400g, which, to put it in perspective, makes it almost 1kg lighter than my Vapor Trail plus the REI hip pockets.
So, I'm very happy at the moment. I'll be taking it out for a few nights soon to give it, and some other new gear, a thorough testing, but right now, I've sliced a large chunk off my base weight. Using the 343 system (where bag, pack and shelter must be under 3kg), I'm now coming in around 2kg with the DuoMid, and even less with the SpinnTwinn. My journey to the light side is almost complete.
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, there still might be room in my gear closet for one. Perhaps a slightly larger version, to replace a Vapor Trail? After all, who wouldn't want some gear from a company whose logo looks like it walked off the set of Blade Runner?


text: After working for chefs David Bouley, Alain Ducasse and Kurt Gutenbrunner, followed by a three-and-a half-year stint with Marco Morerira as the executive chef at Tocqueville, George Mendes decided he wanted his own restaurant. Now you can find him at Aldea, serving a cuisine based on his Portuguese heritage, with dishes like shrimp with garlic, coriander, pimenton and pressed shrimp jus; Hampshire pork loin and shoulder with onion soubise; honey-crisp apples and Savoy cabbage; and what he calls arroz con pato – paella-style rice laced with chunks of duck confit and chorizo. Mendes is routinely labeled "a chef to watch," one who executes "brilliant Iberian cooking served in a lovely setting, at an even lovelier price point."


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Welcome to the redesigned HH Fremer Architects website!
HHFA is excited to launch our website update, and excited to update you about what we currently have on the boards. We'll be using this journal to show you what we're doing, how we're doing it, and how it's progressing.
But we don't want this website to only be about us. Architecture extends well beyond the architect, and even the best photographs cannot tell the full story of every project, every client, and every design challenge.
We want this website to be about all of us – the design community, and the greater communities that designers serve. Thus, we'll also be using this journal to tell you about what inspires us in hopes that we can inspire you. More than that, we want this journal to be yours as well – a collective sketchbook, if you will. We want to hear what you think, see what you aspire towards, and know how design can and should affect your lives.
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Expert Reviews
2009 Mazda CX-7
The Mazda CX-7 is sporty and svelte yet functional, roomy, and comfortable. Designed to compete with the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV-4, the CX-7 is a sporty five-passenger vehicle that will haul nearly as much stuff as it does people. It features a powerful yet frugal turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a six-speed automatic transmission.
The Mazda CX-7 offers seating for five, decent cargo space, a comprehensive set of safety features and distinctive looks. We found it fun to drive, with responsive handling and good high-speed stability. Though pricier than the prime opposition, the CX-7 excels in ride and handling.
Mazda introduced the CX-7 for 2007 as a totally new crossover utility vehicle to compete against the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V, among others. Crossovers, as they're called, have become the hottest segment in the auto industry. They combine the high seating position and cargo capacity of a truck-based sport utility vehicle with the agility, smoothness and fuel economy of a car. And they avoid the image of a minivan or station wagon.
For 2009, Mazda CX-7 gets an upgraded list of standard features. All models are now MP3-capable, and come with an auxiliary audio input jack. Base-level Sport models add leather wrappings for the steering wheel and shift knob. The premium Grand Touring adds a standard auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink, and turn signals are now integrated into the exterior mirror housings. Some option packages have been beefed up for 2009, some interior storage systems upgraded, and air conditioning improved.
Model LineupMazda CX-7 Sport ($23,900); Touring ($25.800); Grand Touring ($26,700)
Walk Around
The Mazda CX-7 sports the current Mazda styling theme.
The fenders are seemingly transplanted directly to the CX-7 from the Mazda RX-8 sports car. To fit those bulbous wheel housings to a sedan-like body required pinching the nose and squeezing headlights into the tops of the fenders. This leaves substantial mass below the bumper line that's only slightly lightened by a massive mouth braced by large intake-like recesses that double as housings for the optional fog lamps. A set of bright streaks added behind the fog lamps for 2009 break this mass up a bit. The way the CX-7's bulk is suspended across its exceptionally wide track (distance between the tires side to side) leaves it looking almost as if it's drooping, or sagging, from the weight.
The side view appeals more, with wheels pushed to the corners and a super-fast windshield sweeping back over tautly drawn side glass. Side mirrors separate the front door glass from an odd-looking, wind-wing-like, but fixed, tiny piece of glass at the base of the A-pillar. The beltline rises as it moves rearward, peaking just aft of the severely blistered rear wheelwell before tucking in between the steeply sloped backlight and the sculpted back end. Full-round, easy-to-grab door handles ride the crest of a soft bulge connecting the tops of the fenders. An understated crease highlights the lower door panels, skipping over the rear tires to continue around the bottom fold of the rear bumper.
The rear aspect is plain, with a modest spoiler sitting atop the backlight, itself resting in a gentle dip in the liftgate. A large, seamless bumper stretches the width of the back end, above a widespread pair of exhaust tips.
The interior of the Mazda CX-7 makes no less of a statement than the exterior, and with much the same result. Some design features seem to work, others not so well. Overall, the CX-7 cabin doesn't seem as friendly and as functional as its primary competition, the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4. Where other car makers are trending toward simplicity and sleekness, the CX-7 has gone chunky and choppy.
The dash is a prime example. Some parts look right, while others come across almost as an exercise in Design 101, and not much of it looks of a piece with the rest. For starters there's what Mazda calls the double-roof instrument panel. Translated, this constitutes, first, a ridge stretching across the top of the dash that's supposed to make the front seat passenger feel included in the interior's dynamic. Below this floating lip is the second part, a more traditional dash construct comprising three elements: the instrument cluster, the center stack and the section holding the passenger airbag and housing the glove box. This lower part, the designers say, is intended to play to the driver, concentrating on the interfaces necessary for managing the car. All the pieces for this are there, so the job is doable, but the way everything is put together doesn't make it all that easy or appear that seamlessly integrated.
Beyond the quirky design, the instrument cluster is deeply hooded, stylishly compartmentalized and softly lit to the point where it's not a quick and easy scan. The steering wheel, borrowed directly from the sporty MX-5 Miata with its much more confined cockpit, feels undersized in the more expansive interior of the CX-7.
Large buttons and knobs populate the stack of air conditioning and sound system controls in the center, but their arrangement and assigned functions are far from intuitive.
The navigation system adds complexity, as it incorporates many of those functions into one of the menus accessed only through the touch-screen LCD and, for example, allows switching preset radio stations by exchanging the map display for the audio display.
In interior accommodations, the Mazda splits the difference between the Honda and Toyota in front-seat legroom, rear-seat headroom, and in hip room, front and rear. The Mazda finishes last in front-seat headroom and rear-seat legroom, the latter a true dead last by a substantial two inches.
Seat comfort is average at best. The seat-bottom cushions offer slightly more thigh support than economy class airline seats, which is to say more would be better. Substantial front-seat side bolsters are fitting for a vehicle with sporty aspirations. And the nicely padded, front seat center armrest sits about the same height as the front door armrests, promising comfortable postures for long drives.
The rear seats favor two passengers over three, an impression reinforced by the decently contoured seatback and the absence of a head restraint for the center seating position. The CX-7's competitiveness in rear-seat headroom is no doubt facilitated by the shallowness of the rear seat bottom cushion and by the closeness of that cushion to the floor. We sat in the back seat and didn't like the proximity of knees to chin.
Visibility is best out the front. The kicked-up beltline and tapered cabin constrict vision toward the rear. Even with the driver's seat at its highest adjustment, however, the hood drops away so severely it's below the sight line of a six-footer. This demands cautious navigation of parking lots and tight spaces. The rearview video camera (part of the optional Technology Package) helps the driver spot objects behind the vehicle when backing up, including short metal posts, other cars and children on tricycles.
Storage is adequate. The front center console's lockable bin is deep enough for a laptop computer and includes a secondary power point for that purpose. The glove box holds more than gloves, but not much more; at least it finally comes with a lock as well. Fixed, hard-plastic, front door map pockets are shaped to hold a pop can or small water bottle, too. Rear seat passengers get no map pockets, but magazine pouches are provided on the backs of both front seats. Two cup holders fill the space in the front center console between the shift gate and the storage bin. The fold-down center armrest in the rear seat also provides two cup holders. Illuminated vanity mirrors are located in the sun visors.
Air conditioning performance has been improved on the 2009 models, says Mazda.
Both the CR-V and RAV4 hold more cargo than the CX-7 with the rear seat either up or down. With it up, the CR-V can handle about six more foot-square boxes, the RAV4 about seven more; down, both can hold more than 14 additional boxes that the CX-7 would have to leave behind.
A few more distinctions: Alone among the three, the RAV4 can be ordered with a third-row seat, giving it accommodations (however meager) for seven passengers. The CX-7, on the other hand, is the longest, lowest, and widest of the three; which gives it the dubious distinction of providing the least interior space for the most exterior bulk. However, the CX-7 has the best aerodynamic performance of the group.
Driving Impressions
The Mazda CX-7 is fun to drive, especially when compared with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and other compact crossover SUVs.
We found it stable at high speeds. The brake pedal returns a solid, firm feel, and the vented disc brakes deliver reassuring, controlled stops when called upon. Driven fast on winding, two-lane roads, the CX-7 tracks cleanly, with minimal body lean despite its somewhat upright stature. Yes, its design default mode when carrying too much speed into a corner is understeer (where it wants to go straight instead of turn), but the electronic stability control system shields all but the most lead-footed driver from ever experiencing this. There is some head toss in quick left-right-left transitions, not a lot, but it's notable.
The steering wheel, brake and accelerator pedals and shift lever are properly juxtaposed for spirited driving, or at least as spirited as is comfortable in the CX-7. In support of which, Mazda points out that the wheel/shifter geometric replicates that of the RX-8 sports car. Over rough pavement, the suspension tends more to stiff than firm, with a hint of harshness. This no doubt contributes to the disappointing amount of road noise the tires transmit into the cabin, which otherwise was fairly quiet, even over poorly graded railroad crossings.
Power from the turbocharged four-cylinder engine builds smoothly, with impressive torque at low engine speeds. It's worth noting here that the CX-7 develops more torque at significantly lower engine speed (258 pound-feet at 2500 rpm) than the Toyota RAV4 V6 (246 pound-feet at 4700 rpm) or Honda CR-V (161 pound-feet at 4200 rpm). That's worth noting because it's torque, not horsepower, that propels you from intersections and up steep hills. More torque sooner is always better.
However, the CX-7 pays a price with the poorest EPA fuel economy estimates of the group.
Underway, the mechanical tones from the Mazda's engine compartment are decidedly low-key, more buzzy than throaty.
The transmission shifts well and adapts well to different driving situations, quickly learning a driver's preferences and holding lower gears longer and adjusting shift points to match. That's in Drive. Shift into the Sport mode and it executes manually directed shifts smoothly, up or down. To change gears manually, slide the shifter into the Sport slot, which is conveniently placed on the driver's side of the primary shift gate. Then simply push the lever forward to downshift, pull it back to shift up. This is similar to the way it works on many race cars.
There's some torque steer (where the front tires pull one way or the other, most commonly to the right) under hard acceleration, and we've noticed it in both the front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models. It's somewhat less in the latter, which redirects up to 50 percent of the power to the rear wheels in extreme conditions.
The Mazda CX-7 is a competent crossover utility vehicle when measured against the competition. It's not the roomiest in the class, trading some interior space for sporty styling. The sporty looks are backed up by sporty handling characteristics. The CX-7 has a remarkably energetic engine and an equally accommodating transmission, and it's available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. That easily makes it worth a look.
Tom Lankard filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com after his test drive the CX-7 in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.


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Just as it does in a car, the clutch on a riding lawn mower engages to allow the engine to transfer energy to the drivetrain or disengages to uncouple the two. On lawn tractors, a lever near the steering wheel connects to the clutch cable and spring. When the lever is engaged, the cable and spring work to pull the clutch plate away from the flywheel, allowing the riding mower to move forward. The cable and spring can rust or corrode and require replacement. Fortunately, replacing the parts is an inexpensive fix, and one the average tractor owner can carry out himself.
Open the main hood and find the screws that secure the gas tank to the tractor. Unscrew the retaining screws and carefully lift the gas tank out of the riding mower so that you can avoid spills during the repair process, particularly if you model needs some tilt to reach parts.
Look inside the clutch lever bracket to locate the end of the clutch cable. Squeeze the knob-like end of the clutch cable to help it release from the lever connection. Pull the cable through any holes through the deck, removing any cotter pins you find along the way, as some model riding mowers may use these. Use scissors to snip the cable ties holding the cable to the side of the deck.
Use a wrench to remove the bolt that holds the spring system to the main deck at the end of the cable. Slide the spring from its retaining bolt, noting that there may be a cotter pin to remove here as well on some models.
Slide the new spring onto its housing on the deck and attach it with pins if required. Replace the bolt holding the spring and cable in place. Feed the cable back through all holes, replacing pins and cable ties as you go.
Feed the cable up to the lever connection near the steering wheel. Push the end of the cable through the connection hole, then attach the new knob tip and push it into place inside the lever bracket. Pull the lever to make sure that the cable and spring move and that you can hear an audible "click," indicating that the clutch wheel is engaging. If you do not see the cable and spring move or hear the "click," retrace your steps to be sure that all of the connections are replaced properly.
Things You Will Need
- Screwdriver
- Wrench
- Scissors
- Clutch cable kit
- Cable ties
- To determine which parts you need, find your model number. On riding lawn mowers, this information is often located under the seat.
- It is helpful to take notes or snap quick pictures as you disassemble to help you remember how the cable feeds through when placing the new one.
- Always work with a cool machine to avoid burns.
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Peter Power: Dogger, Fisher, German Bight
@ Fernwey
916 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Opening Friday, February 10th, from 6PM - 9PM
On view through Saturday, March 11th
Fernwey is pleased to present "Dogger, Fisher, German Bight", an exhibition of new work by Peter Power. Please join us and the artist for an opening reception on Friday February 10th, from 6-9pm at 916 N Damen Avenue, Chicago.
Peter Power, born in Galway, Ireland, 1962, received a BFA from the National College of Art and Design, Dublin (1987) and an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (1993). He was also the recipient of a D.A.A.D scholarship and studied at the Kunstakademie in Düsseldorf, Germany. His sculptural and print based work has been described as "an awkward mix of exacting process, idiosyncratic mess and spiritual or aesthetic ambiguity and doubt". He has exhibited in his native Ireland, continental Europe, China and through out the United States. Power lives and works in Chicago where he is an Associate Professor in the Department of Printmedia at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.


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About Us
Discovering Amistad is a new, nonprofit organization that was formed in August 2015 as a result of a recommendation by a State of Connecticut Advisory Committee.
The Advisory Committee was set up by the state of Connecticut to determine whether a viable long-term, sustainable organization could be created to acquire the Amistad ship out of receivership. It was concluded that a new organization could be formed that could achieve success - and on November 6th, 2015, Discovering Amistad purchased the ship from the receiver. There is a great deal of work that needs to be accomplished, and Discovering Amistad's board of directors has enthusiastically taken on the responsibilities of building this organization. Updates and repairs are underway on the ship, which is in good hands at Mystic Seaport where she was built.
Education programs and curriculum will be developed in partnership with education professionals and institutions. Education will not only be centered on the history of the Amistad but, importantly, it will focus on how that history has impacted our world today. Public events will be planned working with our community partners throughout the state. As Discovering Amistad grows, we encourage everyone to volunteer, collaborate and participate in our many worthwhile and meaningful projects in the months and years ahead.
Discovering Amistad is appreciative of support that has been received from the Department of Economic and Community Development. The Organization has been awarded nonprofit exemption status from the Internal Revenue Service.
A Brief History
In 1839, Mende captives from Sierra Leone took control of the ship, the Amistad. Unable to navigate back to Africa, the ship was captured and towed into the port of New London Harbor in Connecticut. The Mende were faced with slavery or execution, and their cause was taken up by many residents throughout Connecticut. U.S. Circuit and District courts ruled in favor of the Mende. This case was then appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court and in 1841 this court agreed with the lower court decisions and the Mende captives were ordered freed.
The role that Connecticut and its citizens played has been told and retold over the years, and in 1999 a new organization was formed and a replica of the Amistad ship was built in Mystic, Connecticut and launched in 2000. That organization went into receivership in 2015, and an Advisory Committee was formed to consider the future of the ship.
The Amistad is Connecticut's flagship and tall ship ambassador.


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Brendan Lynskey to challenge for Galway hurling manager's job
Former All Star among four candidates for the position, including current boss Anthony Cunningham
Brendan Lynskey: double All-Ireland winner from 1987 and 1988 set to challenge Anthony Cunningham for Galway manger's job. Photo: James Crombie/Inpho
Former All Star Brendan Lynskey has confirmed that he will be challenging Anthony Cunningham to become the new Galway hurling manager.
And with former selector Mattie Kenny and U-21 manager Johnny Kelly also confirming to Galway officials this week that they are bidding for the position, Cunningham faces a real challenge to remain in charge.
Galway hurling officials are confident of having their manager for 2015 in place by the end of September with interviews due to start in the coming weeks.
Galway hurling chairman Joe Byrne yesterday confirmed that all four would be contesting the position.
Interviews are being lined up and prospective candidates will asked to outline their management team. Cunningham, whose three-year term ended with the qualifier loss to Tipperary, remains the favourite to hold on to the job.
Meanwhile, Galway football clubs have been asked to nominate candidates to succeed Alan Mulholland as senior manager. Former All-Star Kevin Walsh is the firm favourite to take over.