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1 'mJmuiiiI: ..I, n im iiffinr .'WE. fBnfijf.irf. ..awawwiim i 11 mar iiBii i 3 - . til ... J Wednesday, September 1 6, 1 998 Volume 61 Number 12 omecomin '8 Check out what's happened in past decades and what's happening next week for Homecoming. See inside section Son'? s cho Student senators vote against bill to change ASWSU constitution By Julianne Hancock campus affairs editor - The Signpost Skepticism about political and personal agendas killed a controversial bill at the Associated Students of Weber State University weekly senate meeting Monday. The bill, "True Change Deserves a True Chance," presented by black students senator John Shaw, attempted to change the necessary vote from three-fourths to two-thirds to pass a bill. Shaw and his supporters said this bill plays a vital role in the agenda of the Student Senate for the remainder of the year. Referring to a trilogy of diversity bills presented last year, Shaw pleaded with the Senate to recognize the difference two votes could make. "The diversity bills, which would have created good for the whole, did not pass. They should not have faced failure as a result of one vote. Someone has to be held accountable. We are held accountable," he said. Shaw said a culmination of the failure of these and other bills that would have promoted diversity on the campus helped to create the IMPACT Council. "A combination of many things that happened last year created the Council," Shaw said. "They broke off of the Union Board, because ARO Association of Registered Organiza-tions and CATS Communication Arts & Technologies weren't diverse enough." Before the meeting, Shaw, in a final attempt to gather support, showed business and economics senator Mike Chertudi the IMPACT Council.' "This is diversity," Shaw said. Judy Hurst, director of student activities, denied the implication that the IMPACT Council was created due to the failure of last year's senate to promote diversity at the meeting. There were a variety of reasons senators voted against the bill on Monday. In the proponent speech for the bill, given last week, Shaw said it is important the bill pass because of tradition. He and many supporters brought up the fact that the Senate needs to look at its roots: the Constitution of the United States and the United States Congress. Both legislative bodies require only a two-thirds vote to pass bills and resolutions, as do most other bodies in the United States, international students senator Sammy Inkumsah said. Science senator Ben Heiner, who vocally opposed the bill, said it was not a viable argument After the meeting, Heiner said there are many bodies that require a consensus vote. Heiner could not provide an example.One concern raised in the debate was that by allowing the required vote to be lowered, it would allow special interest groups to control the outcome of various decisions. Shaw said this IPC- : " J'mh P" j f iw: $ I Student senator John Shaw fought for his bill to change the voting requirement from three-fourths to two-thirds on bills changing the ASWSU constitution. The bill failed twice. was ridiculous, pointing out the difference would be 1 1 votes instead of 13. "What everyone is thinking about is that 1 3 people have to affirm a bill. But the reality is only five people can stop a bill; 12 people in a room will never get together and totally agree on something. Now, only five people can stop it from passing," Shaw said. Social and behavioral sciences senator Kristi Eversole supported Shaw's bill. She fears a small amount of people can prevent change. "Only five people can override 12," Eversole said. Furthermore, Shaw said the five votes against a bill don't necessarily have to be opposition. As shown in the diversity bills last year, one person who is absent, abstaining or ignorant could make up those five votes against a bill. "This is a very, very big issue," Shaw said. Applied science and technology senator Jonathan Dawson asked visiting students in the senate to voice their views on the bill. Eversole explained the bill to them, and both students agreed with the bill. See Senate page 3 WSU reacts to President Clinton's actions By Julianne Hancock campus affairs editor - The Signpost After putting aside the hot romance novel Kenneth Starr released to Congress on Friday, brush back all of the hot details of the steamy love affair and the graphic descriptions of what happened in the Oval Office, there may be credibility to the cause of the expulsion of Bill Clinton. In an article by Susan Fccny, Knight-Riddcr Newspapers, Senate Majority leader Trent Lott, R-Miss., told "Fox News Sunday" that the Starr Report could lead to Clinton's resignation.House Majority WhipTom DcLay, R-Tcxas, said, "The honorable tiling to do would be to resign." Many students feel the same. Jeff Gunn, from the Daily Lobo, said, "If Bill Clinton has a shred of decency, he will do the right tiling and step down before he's asked to leave. Unfortunately, nothing in his history indicates that he ever had any decency to begin with." Aside from the possibilities of res- What should be done about Clinton? WSU Women say: WSU Men say: "v. $29.4! 11.8 ""v M7.6 23.5 y1 Left alone Impeached I I Resign Don't care D Undecided 37.5 j j Wt ignation or impeachment, some scna- the Nau'on" that he would be willing Weber State University students think the biggest mistake he made was tors believe that Clinton should be chastised but do not wish to draw the ordeal out any longer. Senate Judiciary Chairman Orrin Hatch, R-Utah. said on CBS's "Face to allow Clinton to stay in office if he and his attorneys would "quit splitting legal hairs" and "just acknowledge, yeah, I've done some really bad tilings, I really screwed up here." have their own political views. "You know, they called Ronald Reagan (lie Teflon President Reagan has nothing on Clinton. Nothing sticks to this guy," Joseph Pucntc said. "I lying." "I go for impeachment, but it probably won't go that way," Roby Randall said. "I le's going to lose a lot ofcredibility." inside post news see pace 2&3 editorial special section see page ge8 Classifieds . . . .seepage 12
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NASA Administrator Charles Bolden today vowed to maintain America's position in the area of human space flight, becoming emotional as he talked about the Space Shuttle Program, which launches its final mission July 8.
Mr. Bolden, a former astronaut himself, said he expects private companies to begin ferrying cargo to the International Space Station in less than a year, followed by human transport in three years.
He was joined at the National Press Club by NASA astronaut Mark Kelly, the husband of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ).
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Police say multiple people were inside the home when April Fletcher allegedly stabbed her boyfriend in the chest just after 3 a.m. Wednesday.
Police said it was another person inside the house who called 9-1-1. When police arrived, they looked for Fletcher with the aid of a K-9 unit, but could not locate her.
"One of the cops shined his flashlight right on us because I'm sure they were looking for activity," neighbor Cassie Breithaupt said.
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Total ankle joint replacement comes to Brevard
Arthritis affects the ankle just as it does the hip and knee. Ankle trauma is most likely the result of an athletic injury, a slip and a fall or a motor vehicle accident and may happen early in life.
Until 20 years ago, ankle joint replacement was only experimental. The standard repair was ankle fusion.
Dr. Richard Koenig of Merritt Island has chosen and trained to perform the Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement, which is the only Food and Drug Administration-approved ankle replacement with three components, and is the only joint replacement FDA-approved for non-cemented application.
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NASA selects contracts for environmental remediation services
NASA has selected three companies to provide architect and engineering professional environmental remediation services at Kennedy Space Center, the adjacent Cape Canaveral Air Force Station and other NASA locations.
The combined maximum potential value for the three contracts is $91 million. Services will be performed during a five-year period beginning this year.
The companies selected are Geosyntec Consultants of Boca Raton, Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. of Cape Canaveral and Tetra Tech of Pittsburgh.
Under the contract, the three companies will compete for fixed-price work orders to develop and implement contamination assessment and remediation requirements for Resource Conservation and Recovery Act sites and petroleum contamination for NASA at Kennedy and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.
For more information about NASA programs and missions, visit http://www.nasa.gov or call (321) 867-2468.
Rocket and aerospace technology company brings corporate headquarters to Space Coast
The Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast, Enterprise Florida, city of Titusville, Space Florida, and Titusville-Cocoa Airport Authority have announced that Rocket Crafters, a Utah-based corporation that holds licenses for advanced hybrid rocket and aerospace composite technologies, as well as proprietary hybrid rocket design and analysis software, will relocate to Titusville.
The company plans to develop and commercialize a new hybrid rocket propulsion technology and leverage an ultra-lightweight, advanced composite material to manufacture dual-propulsion sub-orbital space planes.
Rocket Crafters is focused on space flight training and commercializing the enabling technologies required for the future sub-orbital new space opportunities for both commercial and military applications.
Rocket Crafters will invest $72 million to support operations at the Space Coast Regional Airport in Titusville. At full employment, the company's total economic impact is estimated to be more than $48 million.
The company was awarded a State of Florida Qualified Target Industry Tax Refund and workforce incentives to offset the costs of location, production equipment and infrastructure.
The EDC and its project partners worked closely with the company to demonstrate the competitive advantages of locating in Brevard County and developed a competitive proposal outlining the tax advantages and skilled labor pool.
For more information, visit www.SpaceCoastEDC.org and www.rocketcrafters.com.
March of Dimes Florida chapter names division director
March of Dimes has announced that Gregory C. Stephens has joined the Florida chapter as division director. He will be based out of the Space Coast Division Office in Melbourne.
Mr. Stephens' responsibilities will be to position the March of Dimes as the leader in maternal and child health with key decision makers throughout Brevard County.
His first priority will be to mobilize a team of volunteers to organize a division board that will effectively execute fundraising activities and implement educational programs.
Mr. Stephens has a wealth of nonprofit knowledge and seven years of experience as the area executive director for the American Cancer Society in Brevard.
In his role at the American Cancer Society, he successfully increased revenue by 72 percent and was a three-time recipient of the "Chairman's Cup," the highest area achievement award.
Mr. Stephens served in the United States Army as a medical specialist. He is a member with L.E.A.D Brevard Class of 2007.
The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide, the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.
For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com/florida or www.nacersano.org.
Brevard Zoo hires new human resources director
Brevard Zoo has announced that Jacklin Fisher has been hired as the new human resources director for the Zoo. Ms. Fisher will be responsible for managing the Zoo's recruiting, compliance and employee relations.
Ms. Fisher's professional experience includes working in human resources for Mercedes Homes, Motive Learning, and most recently, Percepta.
She is a certified senior professional in human resources and a local and national member of the Society for Human Resource Management. She is also the immediate past president of the American Society for Training & Development's Space Coast Chapter.
Ms. Fisher has a Master of Arts degree in human resource management from Webster University. She lives in the Suntree area with her husband, two sons, and chihuahua, "Gizmo."
Brevard Zoo is home to 550 animals, representing more than 165 species located in Florida, South America, Africa, Asia and Australia and is at 8225 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne.
For more information, call (321) 254-9453, Ext. 236 or visit www.brevardzoo.org.
New brokerage team member
Kymberly Lietzow, Realtor and Owner-Groker of Lietzow Realty LLC has announced that Lisa M. Clough has joined the real estate brokerage team.
Ms. Clough brings years of business experience with her as a successful employment service provider through her state-certified, woman-owned firm, LMC Enterprises.
Lisa has supported local Space Coast clients, providing and enabling employment throughout Brevard County.
Her real estate background includes investment property purchases and buying and selling several of her own properties within Brevard County.
Doctor joins animal emergency specialty team
The Animal Emergency and Critical Care Center of Brevard has announced that Dr. Paula Levine, with more than 20 years of veterinary internal medicine experience, has joined the center's veterinary specialty team.
Paula Levine, a diplomat of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, enjoys all aspects of internal medicine but has special interests in endoscopy, immune-mediated diseases and endocrine diseases.
On July 12, the center hosted a meet-and-greet reception to introduce Dr. Levine to the Central Florida veterinarians. More than 30 veterinary colleagues attended.
The Animal Emergency and Critical Care Center of Brevard, located at the southwest corner of Eau Gallie Boulevard and Croton Road in Melbourne, offers emergency services for pets 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a veterinarian always on the premises.
For more information, call (321) 725-5365, email email@example.com or visit www.centralfloridaanimaler.com.
Sotheby's International Realty welcomes new Brevard agent
Treasure Coast Sotheby's International Realty has announced the addition of Realtor Stormie Baker to its Brevard County Division.
The real estate professional will focus on waterfront properties, as well as real estate in the Grant, Valkaria and Malabar areas of South Brevard.
Ms. Baker is a graduate of the University of Central Florida, where she earned a communications degree and completed relevant coursework in business management.
Her marketing approach for new clients of Treasure Coast Sotheby's International Realty will harness the global expertise of the luxury real estate firm, with a focus on social media and emerging technologies.
For more information, call (321) 557-7254 or visit www.treasurecoastsir.com.
Brevard Rescue Mission announces board member
The Brevard Rescue Mission has chosen Brian West for its board of directors.
As a Brevard County native of Rockledge, Mr. West has worked in the insurance and financial services field for more than 13 years. He is a member of First Baptist Church of Merritt Island and is married with two children. Mr. West is a State Farm Agent in West Melbourne where he has served the community for six years.
Brevard Rescue Mission is grateful for Brian West's experience and expertise that will help support the continued growth and development of the Brevard Rescue Mission.
Brevard Rescue Mission works to permanently break the cycle of homelessness by providing women with children housing, access to health care, transportation, education, nutrition, job training and life skills in a safe, Christ-centered residential setting.
For more information, call (321) 431-9190 or visit www.brevardrescuemission.org.
Nursing executive joins local Realtor firm
With more than 14 years of nursing experience, Realtor David Copley has joined the sales team of the Melbourne office of Weichert Realtors - Hallmark Properties.
A resident of the area for three years, he will assist homebuyers and sellers in Brevard County. He is a member of the Melbourne Area Association of Realtors and lives in Melbourne.
He holds a bachelor's degree in nursing and a master's degree in nursing administration from The University of Akron in Ohio.
Weichert Realtors - Hallmark Properties is located at 7640 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne.
For more information, call (321) 327-2993 or visit www.weicherthallmark.com.
New and renewed Chamber partners
The Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce welcomes the following new and renewed members: Achieve Beautiful Skin, Advanced Books & Tax Inc., Bailey's Treasures, Camping World, CompuPay Inc., Earth Electric, Edward Jones Investments, JAG Window Tinting, Knights of Columbus, Kronic AM, Mary Kay Sales, Paul Davis Restoration, Scrubbs Quality Cleaning, Sovereign Realty Group Inc., Sun-Sational Salon & Spa, the Soup Shop Inc. and Tropic Custom Detailing.
And: Rocket City Retro, Brevard Achievement Center, TLC Engineering, GB Shelter Mortgage, Michael Howard Photography, Seacoast National Bank, Runaway Country Space Coast, Edwards Realty Inc., Triton Welding & Machine Shop, The Perfect Gift, Comfort Inn & Suites Resort, Healthy Start Coalition of Brevard, Space Coast Business Center, Jacobs Ladder Family and Brevard Technology Solutions.
New Realtors at Weichert-Hallmark
Hallmark Properties has announced that Realtor Jeff Doescher and Jack Murrell have joined the office's sales team.
Realtors Marcia Gelfand and Paul A. Bryan have joined the company's new Palm Bay office.
Weichert Realtors-Hallmark Properties is located at 7640 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, and 5201 Babcock St., Suite 2, Palm Bay.
For more information, call (321) 327-2993, (321) 821-4310 or visit www.weicherthallmark.com.
Prudential Sterling Properties' new sales professional
Barbara C. Wall and Nancy R. Taylor, broker/owners of Prudential Sterling Properties, introduce their newest sales professional, Debbie Baird.
For more information, call (321) 289-6115 or email email@example.com.
Bertram Yacht appoints new HR senior director
As part of the continued efforts to build an organization with some of the best talent in the boating industry, Bertram Yacht has appointed Doug Reed as senior director of human resources.
Mr. Reed brings more than 30 years of human resources experience and has a proven track record in the development and implementation of lean manufacturing techniques in marine manufacturing.
In his new role, he will lead the human resources organization for Bertram Yacht at the new facility in Merritt Island.
His mandate is to build an organization with some of the best talent the industry has available and develop a rigorous operating culture, based on lean manufacturing and continuous product improvement.
Mr. Reed will work directly with the key members of the Bertram management team, including the president of Bertram Yacht, Alton Herndon; the vice president of manufacturing, Ken Beauregard; and the new vice president of engineering, Robert Ullberg.
Bertram is a brand of Ferretti Group, a world leader in the design, construction and sale of motor yachts, with a unique portfolio of some of the most exclusive, prestigious brands in the nautical world: Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, Itama, Bertram, Riva, Mochi Craft, CRN and Ferretti Custom Line.
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Prudential Sterling Properties' top producers
Barbara C. Wall and Nancy R. Taylor, broker/owners of Prudential Sterling Properties would like to congratulate their "Top Producers for July 2012:" top listing and sales associate Rae McCabe and top sales associate Lynn Raymond. Congratulations for all your success!
Prudential Sterling Properties is the top producing real estate office in Brevard County for 2011.
Prudential Sterling, founded in 1982, services all of Brevard and Indian River counties.
Its office is located in Indian Harbour Beach.
Agents may be reached at (321) 768-7600 for all of your real estate needs.
New development director at Brevard Zoo
Brevard Zoo has announced that Karen Davis has been hired as the director of development.
Ms. Davis will be responsible for Brevard Zoo's comprehensive development programs, including: capital campaigns, major donor fundraising, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, and planned giving.
In her past association with the Zoo, she has chaired the JAZZOO and Safari Under the Stars committees and served on the board of directors.
Ms. Davis received a law degree from Boston University School of Law. She was an attorney with the U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for five years and later served as the director of the Office of Consumer Participation for three years.
For the past five years, Davis has been the chief operating officer for Viera Realty Inc., overseeing operations for the sale and marketing of residential real estate in Viera.
For more information, call (321) 254-9453, Ext. 236 or email email@example.com.
Ad Valorem Tax Abatement Council
The Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast has appointed Brian Lightle to the Ad Valorem Tax Abatement Council.
Functioning as an advisory body to the Brevard County Commissioners, council members meet on an ad hoc basis and serve four-year terms.
Lightle Beckner Robison Inc. is a full service real estate firm committed solely to the commercial segment of real estate.
With strict focus on commercial real estate, Lightle Beckner Robison's brokers individually specialize in office, retail, industrial and investment properties, as well as asset and property management.
LBR Inc. serves Brevard county extending across the entire state of Florida.
For more information, visit www.teamlbr.com.
Red Cross introduces regional chief executive officer
The American Red Cross has formally announced that Karen Hagan has been selected as the new regional chief executive officer for the American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region.
The American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region serves 13 counties: Brevard, Citrus, Flagler, Hernando, Highlands, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia.
Ms. Hagan joined the Red Cross in 1985. Since then she has been the CEO of two Red Cross Chapters, served as the state relations representative in Florida, a disaster response planner for the southern United States, Florida's state disaster specialist and most recently as the state disaster officer for Florida and Georgia.
Requests for more information should be sent to Michele Jones at (407) 516-0890.
The Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce welcomes its new partners: DaVinci Teeth Whitening, Billboard Connection, Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley, Barbershop Harmony Society, Foosaner Art Museum, Essentials Spa Viera, RE/MAX Elite, SAIC, Lowe's, Cocoa Kennels, Alpha-Omega Training, Space Florida, Rockledge Christian School, Honeymoon Hill Constructors, Columbia College, Help 2 Insure and Central Brevard Computers.
Realtor joins Britton Group
Realtor Richard Hawkes has recently joined Britton Group Inc. The announcement was made by Jim Britton, owner/broker at Britton Group Inc., a full-service real estate firm servicing Central and South Brevard.
Mr. Hawkes has more than 30 years of combined experience in residential construction and real estate in the Melbourne area.
As past president/CEO of Holiday Builders, he has the knowledge and experience to provide a level of professional service that buyers and sellers can depend on.
Mr. Hawkes will concentrate his expertise in residential real estate sales and marketing.
For more information, call (321) 622-4815.
New sales associate
Barbara C. Wall and Nancy R. Taylor, broker/owners of Prudential Sterling Properties, have announced their newest sales professional, Joette Davis.
Joining Prudential Sterling Properties with 23 years of real estate experience, Ms. Davis has a Graduate Realtor Institute designation. She was co-owner and branch office broker for First Choice Realty, Wailua, Kauai.
Licensed in Florida for eight years, she says this is as much like Hawaii as it gets!
Prudential Sterling, founded in 1982, services all of Brevard and Indian River counties. The office is located in Indian Harbour Beach.
For more information, call (321) 308-3249, (321) 768-7600 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
. New Partner Welcome Orientation: 8-9:30 a.m. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce, 400 Fortenberry Road, Merritt Island. For more information, call (321) 459-2200.
. SCORE Small Business Counseling: 11 a.m. Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce, 1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne. For more information, call (321) 254-2288.
. Cocoa Beach Chamber of Commerce: Office is closed and will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 4.
. 'HR & Tax Considerations:' 8-9 a.m. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce, 400 Fortenberry Road, Merritt Island. The is a presentation by the Business Resource Council. For more information, call (321) 459-2200.
. Small Business Council meeting: 8-9:30 a.m. Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce, 1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne. For more information, call (321) 724-5400.
. You Got To Eat Leads Club meeting: Noon. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce at Red Lobster, 215 E. Merritt Island Causeway, Merritt Island. For more information, call (321) 459-2200.
. New Leads Club meeting: 8:15 a.m. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce at the Café Unique Restaurant, 607 Florida Ave., Cocoa Beach. For more information, call (321) 459-2200.
. Rising Stars Leads Club meeting: 8:30 a.m. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce at the Duran Golf Club, 7032 Stadium Parkway, Viera. For more information, call (321) 459-2200.
. B 2 B meeting: 11 a.m. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce at Amici's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, 7700 N. Wickham Road, Suite 120, Melbourne. For more information, call (321) 459-2200.
. Money Makers Leads Club meeting: Noon. Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce at Courtyard by Marriott, 2101 W. New Haven Ave., Melbourne. For more information, call club president Tom Taranto at (321) 961-2871.
. September 'Wednesday Friendsday' Tabletop: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce at the International Palms Resort, 1300 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach. This is a monthly networking event. For more information, call (321) 459-2200 or visit www.cocoabeachchamber.com.
. Business Breakfast of Champions Annual Education Breakfast: 7 a.m. Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce at Holiday Inn Melbourne/Viera, 8298 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. Cost for members is $18 and $25 after Tuesday, Sept. 4. Register online at www.melbourneregionalchamber.com. For more information, call (321) 724-5400, Ext. 231.
. Network$ meeting: 8:15 a.m. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce at the Lazy Bean Café, Merritt Square Mall, 777 E. Merritt Island Causeway, Merritt Island. For more information, call (321) 459-2200.
. 'How To Have a Successful Ribon Cutting' seminar: Noon. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce, 400 Fortenberry Road, Merritt Island. For more information and to RSVP, call (321) 459-2200.
. Surfside Stars meeting: 6:15 p.m. Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce at the Lobster Shanty, 2200 S. Orlando Ave., Cocoa Beach. For more information, call (32) 459-2200.
. SCORE Small Business Counseling: 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 7. Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce, 1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne. For more information, call (321) 254-2288.
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Last week, much to my surprise, I received a Birther propaganda email. Because, really? Someone besides Orly Taitz is still banging the Birther drum?
I suppose I shouldn't be surprised since the Truthers are still out there speculating. Different side of the political aisle, same brand of batshit crazy.
Birthers, allow me to introduce you to two very helpful sites: FactCheck.org and Snopes.com. Actually, the population at large -- especially folks who are prone to forwarding ridiculous emails to their entire address book -- ought to familiarize themselves with these sites. Because if you are technologically savvy enough to electronically spread misinformation, you ought to be smart enough to do your homework beforehand. Otherwise the rest of us will just start marking your emails as spam.
I find the Birther movement entertaining for a variety of reasons, more so than the Truthers. Alleging that our government was behind (or had any knowledge of) such a tragedy is infuriating. But suggesting that a presidential candidate would tell an easily debunked whopper in his pursuit of the White House is really just laughable.
Evidence abounds of Barack Obama's birth on August 4, 1961 in Honolulu. None of it has been exposed as a forgery; in fact, FactCheck.org analyzed the document in person and in detail, refuting all the objections raised by the Birthers. On the other hand, the Birther movement has unearthed Kenyan birth certificates that have been easily identified as fakes. The comparison of one of these fakes to the Australian birth certificate after which it was modeled is especially telling.
Earlier this year, a photograph of a Kenyan border sign, proclaiming the country to be "Birthplace of Barack Obama," was circulated via email. Snopes.com handily exposed it as a fake -- the sign and surrounding landscape are at the border of an Omani territory, the Arabic words on the sign are spelled backwards, and the translation is completely off.
Finally, Orly Taitz herself is hilarious -- at least if you're not the judge who's hearing her latest frivolous lawsuit. As the de facto face of the Birther movement, she's the icing on the "you've got to be kidding me" cake.
Birthers accuse Obama of thinking that the rest of us are stupid, but in light of evidence against them and the mistakes in the evidence they've presented, I have to wonder how stupid the Birthers think we are.
I understand how it feels to dislike the president. I harbored a visceral distaste for Bill Clinton for eight years, even as I served in the military while he was commander in chief. I felt for the Democrats who believed the presidency was unfairly handed to George W. Bush; at the time I was a Bush supporter, and I would have felt the same way if Al Gore had been declared the winner.
We've all observed lies by our presidents -- lies of omission, lies of commission. Is it possible that President Obama has orchestrated a lie that's broader and deeper than any Truther conspiracy theory? Sure, it's possible. But I've yet to see any rational, factual reason to believe it's actually so.
dear Julie Marsh
only bat shit crazy obama Zombies like you can believe the lies coming from Obama or far left publications like Annenberg fact check or Michelson family silly snops.com
please visit my web site OrlyTaitzESQ.com and read the affidavit from a senior deportation officer from the department of homeland security, stating that Obama not only does not have a long form birth certificate wiht the name of any hospital or doctor; he does not even have a valid social security number of his own, since 042-68-4425, that he is using today, was issued in CT to another individual, born in 1890.
Instead of attacking me and acting like some rabies stricken attack dog, why don't you start acting like a human being, go to a press conference in the White House and demand from Obama release of his original birth cvertificate, sealed in Hi (that is supposed to show the name of the doctor and hospital) and an explanation, why doesn't he have a SS number of his own.
Is she serious?
If I am to take her comment and stance seriously, referring to someone who disagrees with her as "bat shit crazy" doesn't speak to her ability to reason and present a logical argument.
The logical fallacy of this statement has a name: Ad Hominem. (Look it up, Orly. I'll give you a website: http://www.logicalfallacies.info/relevance/ad-hominem/, aka, Personal Attack)
Actually, I think Orly is hot. What a babe! What an absolute babe!
When someone is ignorant enough to publically post what they claim to be someone else's SSN, their rants about "sealed documents" and "hidden information" become all the more laughable ... yep - probably was Orly.
First, I hope that wasn't Orly. Being offensive and name-calling like that is no way to convince people that you might have a point, and to at least open their mind to the possibility that you are right.
Second, I have my doubts, but I'm not going to make a big deal of it right now, because the alternatives left if he is ineligible are far worse than what we have now. I think Nov will help correct a lot of things more than proving that O is not eligible for office.
Third, your title says it all, anything is possible!
And last but not least, FactCheck is so far left, that I really don't trust their checking too far. Especially with things political. Snopes? More of the same, but not as bad as FactCheck.


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When it comes to buyers' plans for their overall and contingent workforce in the next couple of years, there is good news for IT staffing firms … and an opportunity to expand another line of business.
According to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2013 Contingent Buyer Survey, the penetration rate of contingent IT workforce was up in 2013, and while buyers intend to continue increasing their use of temporary IT professionals, they are even more likely to use statement of work (SOW) engagements and hire full-time IT workers.
In general, the contingent penetration rate amongst all buyers was up in 2013, with the average contingent proportion rising from 16 percent to 18 percent, the report said.
The share of contingent workforce for the buyers who primarily purchase IT skills is currently 19 percent and projected to increase to 20 percent in two years.
However, the survey noted that in 2013 buyers of IT skills, on the net, were most optimistic about their use of SOWs. Although, they mostly plan to increase the use of temporary IT staff as well, interest in temp expansion was not that strong. Additionally, all buyer groups, including those primarily purchasing IT skills, plan to use fewer independent contractors compared to 2012, reflecting the increased scrutiny of the IRS and IC compliance issues and risks.
Which brings me back to the opportunity I talked about in the beginning of this blog. According to our 2013 Staffing Company Survey, 74 percent of IT staffing firms are generating at least some SOW business, with such engagements being 10 percent of their total revenue at the median.
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David Ayres 13/12/2013 12:40 pm
Ms. Sharma,
Interesting data and definitely something for IT firms to consider going forward. As someone who has worked in organizations that offered both contingency and solutions based offerings, I can only say be prepared. Selling solutions requires a fair amount of in-house expertise and the capacity to manage all the risks associated with offering an end to end solution. It is often times difficult for staffing firms to "break into" this type of business, as customers look for an established record of delivering successful projects.
That being said, if your organization is prepared to make the investment, it is a very profitable venture and long term billing!
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To prepare the garage slab for a two-part polyaspartic coating, the author grinds the surface with 50-grit diamond pads. He uses the larger machine.
It's often said that trends start on the West Coast and gradually work their way eastward. One example is the conversion of garages into places where homeowners can enjoy automotive and DIY hobbies; by adding cabinets, slat wall, and durable floor finishes, contractors can transform ordinary garages into enticing recreational spaces.
After years of watching this specialty grow, I decided the time was right to bring it to northern Vermont. My company, Garage Outfitters, specializes in garage conversions and is a Slide-Lok dealer (800/835-1759, www.slide-lok.com). Slide-Lok distributes the cabinets, slat wall, and organization accessories I install and the concrete-slab floor coatings I apply. It's not a franchise, but the arrangement provides me with referrals and a protected territory. In addition to floor coatings and cabinets, I can install appliances, lighting, automotive lifts — virtually anything the client wants.
The following project is typical of the work we do. The client had recently bought a brand-new Corvette and he wanted a good-looking, well-organized place to keep it. He also uses his garage for storing lawn and garden tools, sporting goods, and anything else that doesn't fit inside his suburban split-level.
As is typical, the first part of this project consisted of preparing the floor for the Flexmar polyaspartic coating (724/339-1442, www.flexmarcoatings.com). This two-part paint — which is often confused with epoxy — offers some significant advantages over epoxy coatings. For one, it dries much quicker, so it can be installed and put into service faster. In warm weather, we can usually walk on the first coat within an hour or two, and we typically complete the entire three-coat process in one day. The client can drive on the floor 24 hours after we finish.
Polyaspartics also have a wider working temperature range than epoxies; they can be installed in temperatures from 140°F down to -30°F, while many epoxies need temperatures of 55°F or higher. Polyaspartics also perform better than epoxies in ASTM tests for color retention, adhesion, wear resistance, and flexibility. The manufacturer suggests a calcium chloride test before application and won't guarantee installations with vapor transmission rates exceeding 3 pounds per 1,000 square feet (see "Testing for Moisture in Concrete Slabs," 6/07).
The coating carries a lifetime guarantee against fading and yellowing and a 15-year warranty for peeling, flaking, and excessive wear. It comes in three main colors, with numerous custom options available. I keep the various components in inventory; you won't find these products at your local paint store.
We start out by grinding the floor with 50-grit diamond pads in a dust-collecting upright grinder. For edging, we use a smaller grinder mounted on a three-wheeled cart; it too has a dust-collection system. The slab should be free of adhesive and solvent residues. We learned this the hard way on one of our first commercial jobs, a showroom with glue-down carpet. The adhesive residue clogged the diamond pads and made for slow going and long workdays.
In the field and the smaller one around the edges and on the sloping apron near the overhead door. Both are connected to a high-performance dust-collecting vac.
Once the slab is ground and any remaining dust vacuumed, we patch cracks and pockmarks on the surface with a two-part patching compound combined with sharp-edged silica sand. Since the liquid patch hardens within a minute or two, we make small batches to minimize waste. We pour it over the sand, let it cure, and then grind it with a diamond cup wheel in a dust-collecting grinder.
Workers fill cracks and pockmarks with silica sand, then pour on a rapid-setting two-part compound.
After it dries — which takes only a few minutes — the compound is ground with a hand-held grinder that's equipped with a 50-grit diamond cup wheel and connected to the dust- collecting vacuum.
Before mixing the colored prime coat, we make sure we have all the materials and equipment on hand, because once the two parts are combined we have only a half-hour or so of working time. We cut in around the edges with a 3-inch chip brush and use a 3/8-inch nap roller in the field. An 18-inch-wide roller covers a lot of ground with each pass.
The two-part polyaspartic coating is applied with an 18-inch roller and cut in with a 3-inch chip brush.
Once the second coat is half done, the author starts spreading the vinyl chips.
This gives the floor its distinctive look and dirt-hiding qualities.
The polyaspartic coating is extremely thin, like water, so it really seals and penetrates the surface — unlike more viscous epoxies, which tend to stay on the surface. We roll the floor in one direction — usually front to back — and then roll on another coat in a side-to-side direction. Our goal is even coverage with 3 mils of wet thickness and no lap marks.
When the floor is all covered, we speed the drying process with a pair of squirrel-cage blowers.
With the blowers running, we prepare for the next step — the clear chip bed coat. The chip coat is what gives the floor its distinctive appearance.
We begin by applying a clear coat of the polyaspartic paint to the floor, working much as we did with the first color coat, but with spiked overshoes so we don't track up the finish. When about half the floor is covered with the clear coating at 2 mils thickness, we start spreading handfuls of vinyl chips.
It's important to work fast; if the coating dries, the chips won't stick and we'll have to redo this step. The job requires a two- or three-person crew. With two people, one cuts in and rolls and the other spreads the chips; with three, one person cuts in, another rolls, and the third spreads the chips.
Once the floor is completely coated and the chips are applied in an even layer, we start the blowers again and head to lunch. If we start a job by about 8 or 9 a.m., we can usually go to lunch by 12:30 or 1 p.m. — but we won't leave before this step is completed.
After we get back to the job, I use an electric leaf-blower to gather the excess chips into a corner, so we can pick them up for reuse. Then we scrape off any remaining loose chips with floor scrapers (the kind used for removing vinyl flooring).
After excess chips are swept into a corner with a leaf blower.
The floor is scraped in two directions to dislodge any remaining loose piece.
The final step is to apply two clear finish coats. (Since clear polyaspartic coatings won't yellow with time, they are ideal not only for this application, but also for protecting stained and dyed concrete in both interior and exterior settings.)
As with the color coat, we mix two parts in a one-to-one ratio. We pour some of the mixture onto the floor and spread it with the roller and the chip brush. We roll the two coats in opposite directions to ensure uniform coverage; the final thickness should be 6 mils. Then we clean up and head for home.
A clear top coat protects the chips and makes the garage floor shiny and easy to clean. It's mixed and applied in much the same way as previous coats, except it's poured directly on the floor and spread from there. Rolling the entire floor front to back and then side to side ensures uniform coverage with no lap marks.
The next day we start installing the slat wall, which is a lot like putting up lap siding: You start at the bottom and work toward the top, making sure to land any seams on studs. Every garage is different, but we add framing and blocking as needed to provide flat, solid backing. We fasten the 8-foot plastic panels with 2-inch screws driven into the framing at every slot. H- and C-shaped moldings hide cut edges and provide a finished appearance.
Installed much like lap siding, the plastic slat wall is screwed to the framing and furring with 2-inch color-matched screws.
Hooks and organizing accessories are installed last.
Slide-Lok cabinets come in four colors and have a lifetime warranty. All are constructed with sturdy dovetail joints and plywood carcasses. Although they're shipped knocked down, they are easy to assemble, requiring little more than a bottle of wood glue and a hammer to drive the nails that secure the back.
Once the cabinets are installed, we usually add a post-form countertop for a workbench and install a variety of organization accessories on the walls. The homeowners can contact us for additional accessories once they figure out what suits their needs.
The project shown here cost the customer about $6,000 and took about 40 man-hours over three days to complete. Now the owner has a great place to entertain friends and neighbors who share his interest in cars, and he no longer has to search for his tools and detailing supplies.
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Overall, we had a great vacation, but found NCL service, ship, kids programming and dining to be lacking.
The pluses were the ports and excursions. We booked all thru NCL and they were all fabulous. Almost all of our tours ran late and the ship always waited for our tours to return. Big reason to book with NCL directly.
Our cabin was nice sized, but tired (drapes had holes, stained carpet, general wear and tear). This was true of all public areas of the ship.
Keep in mind we paid the recommended automatic gratuities despite our issues with service. Food was always below average (i.e. on par with 1980's-era "dorm food") in all venues except Moderno Churrascaria which was excellent. Service was bad all Dining Rooms, Moderno and Mama's Italian. Waits of 30 minutes for beverages and bread was common. Courses were not served together for all peeople at table. Often a couple people would be finished with appetizer and entrees before others at the table were served any portion of their meal despite all orders being taken at the same time. The food at Mama's was not even up to Olive Garden standards. Pizza hut has better pizza than Mama's.
Much of the food was from Sysco. We saw it stacked up on pallets and loaded onto ship in Seattle. Items you will not see on the buffet at any time: peanut butter, nuts (walnuts, almonds, etc.), salsa, tortilla/corn chips, fresh berries (but frozen are there). Potato Chips were served once. Wine was very overpriced, by comparision mixed drinks were $6-$8 seemed a better deal. Kids cereal disappeared fast. I don't know why this was out-of-stock so often.
We mentioned our service issues to dining room staff on many different visits. No one cared and service did not ever improve.
The washy washy staff sprays your hands with disinfectant as you enter most venues, but the table bus staff does not wipe down tables. IMO, cleared tables were always left dirty in the buffet dining areas. It made we wonder about the general cleaning standards.
The kids programming was sporadic with very limited Nickelodeon presence. We did not participate after two attempts which did not yield the "scheduled activity". This was vastly different our expericent with Disney and RCCL.
Overall the entertainment was good. David Naster is a funny guy. The show choir/dancers are under-utilized. The juggler was very good. Miss Rosie is entertaining.
Our cabin steward was just o.k. Hardly ever saw him. Our room was scrubbed on Day 6 and then he covered the flat surfaces with tissues so we wouldn't get it dirty. This was really annoying. I thought someone pranked our cabin, but honestly it was done to prepare the room for the next occupants. We got the standard towel animals, but nothing else memorable.
The NCL Jewel bathrooms are split to theoretically allow a couple people to use the bathroom at the same time. However, this did not work our for us (we had 6 people sharing 2 adjoining cabins). A single door opens into the area with the sink. To the left is a toliet behind a see thru glass door. To the right is a shower with a see thru glass door. There is no way for two people to share the bathroom without seeing "everything" going on in the toliet or shower area.
Honestly you really can't have a bad day cruising, but IMO Disney and RCCL are much more deserving of my repeat business and recommendation.


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February 6, 2009 | Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
The Community Reinvestment Act has come under increasing scrutiny as a result of the nation's subprime lending and foreclosure crises. What role, if any, did the landmark legislation play in the demise of the nation's financial services industry? How should policymakers modify the CRA to ensure it meets the credit needs of low- and moderate-income individuals going forward?
This one-day conference included presentations and discussions on the CRA that are aimed at facilitating an exchange of research-informed perspectives on the role of the Community Reinvestment Act in delivering financial services to individuals in low- and moderate-income communities. The conference is part of the Cleveland Fed's ongoing efforts to facilitate and help inform high-level discussions on proposed regulatory reform—in this instance, the regulation of financial services available to low- and moderate-income individuals.
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Opening Remarks | February 6, 2009
Ruth Clevenger, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Financial Services, Saving, and Borrowing Among Low- and Moderate-Income Households
Ben Keys, University of Michigan Law School
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Discrimination in the Mortgage Market
Stephen Ross, University of Connecticut
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The CRA and Mortgage Lending in LMI Neighborhoods
Neil Bhutta, Federal Reserve Board of Governors
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CRA Lending in the Fourth District
Lisa Nelson, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
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Lunch and Speaker
Mark Willis, Ford Foundation
Impact of the CRA on Household and Financial Institution Incentives
Robert Avery, Federal Reserve Board of Governors
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The Impact of CRA Agreements on Community Banks
Breck Robinson, University of Delaware
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The Role of the CRA in the Subprime Crisis
Glenn Canner, Federal Reserve Board of Governors
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Viability of the CRA and Potential Alternantives
Peter Wallison, American Enterprise Institute
Open Discussion
Mark Sniderman, moderator


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Most youngsters like to prepare when given the chance, and many parents will like the learning chance it offers! Cooking involves reading through, math abilities, science, understanding of excellent diet, plus much more. Below are great tips for supplying an enjoyable and safe experience for the child in the kitchen.
Getting Began
Cooks of any age must always start any preparing food with a decent clean of the hands. Hands ought to be cleaned frequently after touching pungent elements, and particularly after handling raw meat and eggs.
Spills and messes are certainly a large a part of cooking with kids, along with a child-size apron will help keep clothes clean. If the apron is not available, a classic shirt is going to do. It is best to avoid extra-large or loose clothing, as saggy masturbator sleeves or clothes could easily catch fire or get caught in mixer beaters or any other equipment. Spills will also be much more likely when counters and tables are extremely high for kids to work on easily. Give a step stool and have them work on a little table to lessen the messiness of the project.
Taste tests are an enjoyable a part of the cooking process, and shows kids to become creative, however when it involves meat, chicken or any other items like raw eggs, help remind your son or daughter to hang about until things are cooked completely before taste-testing.
Using the Kitchen Securely
Obviously, it is best to monitor your son or daughter while they're cooking in the kitchen–a burn or cut will rapidly put an finish for your fun session. Bear in mind that youngsters have short attention spans, so make sure to provide them with quick, simple jobs, and provide instructions individually. You shouldn't be afraid to repeat directions as frequently when needed, as they possibly can easily be forgotten in the excitement of planning a tasty dish.
Even when you've special kids' cooking tools for the child, it's essential that you always watch them when they use knives, food processors, blenders, or any other sharp kitchen tools and devices. If your little one now has wrinkles enough to utilize a knife, make certain she or he points the edge from the body and keeps his or her fingers from the edge while cutting.
When utilizing the oven or stove, always employ potholders or oven mitts (no dish towels) when handling hot containers, pans, or quality ovenware sets. Keep pot and pan handles switched toward the back of the stove so that they will not be knocked over accidentally, and, obviously, just use microwave-safe kitchenware in the .
Make Learning Fun
Cooking presents an chance for learning inside a fun and interesting setting. Kids can utilize math abilities through counting and calculating elements, reading through quality recipes aids in comprehension, and watching food altering throughout cooking can offer a science lesson. Cooking dishes using their company areas of the world is a terrific way to find out about different cultures, and more importantly, children gain self confidence once they learn how to prepare on their own.
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Consider These Alternative Options for Office Furniture
They say that sitting is the new smoking. Sitting for long periods of time -- especially if you aren't using one of the best ergonomic chairs -- can cause back and joint pain, hyperlordosis, heart disease, and spinal conditions. There are things that you can do try to alleviate some of the problems that come with sitting for long hours during the work day. Experts recommend having a more ergonomic workspace with the right keyboard, mouse, and mousepad, sitting with good posture, and taking a few moments to stretch and walk around every few hours, but you may also want to look into alternative furniture options for your workspace.
A standing desk is one popular alternative option to even the best ergonomic chairs. These desks are more adjustable than traditional desks, so you can keep it at a lower level for sitting and a higher level for standing. The versatility of this design allows users to switch between sitting and standing if they choose to, which is better for a person's health than being limited to sitting. A standing desk does not have to be adjusted to a sitting level, so if you prefer to stand all day you can.
The best thing to pair with a standing desk is a standing chair. This may sound counter intuitive (how is it possible to sit and stand at the same time?) but standing chairs are task chairs without arms that can be adjusted to a standing height. This allows the legs to be straightened which improves circulation, without putting a significant amount of additional pressure on the hip and knee joints.
Another alternative option for your office furniture is a treadmill desk, which is exactly what it sounds like. One of the biggest problems that people experience from sitting in a cheap office chair for too long is leg and joint pain. A treadmill desk allows users to stay in constant motion while working. The pace is as slow as one mile per hour, so it isn't as if you're training for a marathon while using your computer. It may take some getting used to, but treadmill desks can stave off the pains of sitting all day and the associated maladies.
If you aren't keen on standing or walking while you're trying to work, you can always look for one of the best ergonomic desk chairs. The best ergonomic chairs will be adjustable to fit your unique size and have good lumbar support. If you're not sure which of these options are best for you, you should consult with an expert in ergonomics to help you find the perfect office furniture for you.
3 Basic Office Injuries to Avoid
Work can be a pain, but it doesn't have to be physically painful. Office workers report a number of aches and pains as a result of their working conditions, but there are steps you can take to avoid some basic injuries, so that you can have a more comfortable working experience.
- Repetitive Stress Injury/Disorder - The most-common repetitive stress disorders or RSDs, like carpal tunnel, are are a result of constant typing. These injuries affect hands, elbows, and wrists, and are becoming increasingly common, due to the growing reliance on computers in the workplace. If you arrange your work space based on ergonomic guidelines, and take regular breaks to rest and change positions, you can help avoid RSD. Ergonomic computer chairs with adjustable arms are particularly important, because office chairs without arms do not provide the proper support for your hands and arms.
- Back Pain - At least 50% of workers admit to having back pain symptoms annually. This can vary from just a temporary ache, to a more serious problem: In 2010, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 650,000 work-related musculoskeletal disorders. The best office chair for back pain is an ergonomic chair. Ergonomic computer chairs can be adjusted for your body and needs, and provide the best lower back support.
- Eye Strain - Work-related eye strain can affect your eyesight and productivity, but can also cause unpleasant headaches. Regulating the lighting in your work space, keeping screen glares to a minimum, and adjusting your computer screen and settings can help reduce the problem. However, it's also important to make sure you are positioned at the right height and distance from your computer screen. Ergonomic computer chairs with adjustable height settings make this an easy task, so you can position yourself 20 to 24 inches from the screen, with the screen positioned about 10 to 15 degrees below your eye line. These are the ideal specifications to avoid eye strain.
There are a number of steps you can take to make a more comfortable workplace environment for yourself, as well as avoiding common workplace injury and discomfort. Adjusting a few simple settings in your office, and adjusting your workstation to suit ergonomic guidelines (Especially ergonomic computer chairs!), can make a world of difference in your day-to-day experience.
More Americans Should Know About This Workplace Injury
Everyone knows that injuries can happen at work. What more people should know is that work-related injuries don't just happen at places like construction sites or because of heavy machinery. Back pain is one of the most commonly reported work-related injuries, but it isn't just caused by trauma or heavy lifting. Back pain and injuries also occur in the office.
Back pain is one of the results of sitting in a cheap office chair that has poor ergonomics. What is most alarming about this is that many jobs require us to sit for extended periods of time and for many days of the week. Without ergonomic computer chairs, a large portion of the American working population is at risk for back pain. Consider the amount of time we spend sitting in the car for a commute and sitting on the couch watching Netflix at home, and it figures that we spend the majority of our time sitting down. It can be tough to avoid sitting at work, though, and not using ergonomic computer chairs can cause more than just back pain.
Poor office ergonomics can also cause pains, injuries, and muscle strain in other parts of our bodies like the neck and legs. Many office workers perform repetitive tasks for many consecutive hours, which can cause rigidity and pain without the proper ergonomic precautions. Strained and rigid muscles are also more prone to further injury. Ergonomic computer chairs can help remedy back pain from sitting for long periods of time because they ease sitting with proper posture.
The best ergonomic chairs have a five point base with casters to prevent tipping and ease movement. Because good posture is essential for avoiding back pain, lower back support is also necessary. The National Institute of Health recommends using a properly placed cushion or lumbar pillow insert. Quality office chairs should also have adjustable features to fit the user's specific and unique size. A sliding seat pan allows the user to adjust the distance from the back rest. Adjustable armrests allow the user to raise or lower them to the perfect height to avoid slouching or straining to use them, and a height adjustable chair allows the user to sit with their feet flat on the floor.
Experts estimate that about 80% of the population will experience back pain at one point in their lives. If you're someone who suffers with back pain, relief may come by simply changing your office chair.
How to Choose the Proper Office Chair for Your Frame
Finding the best office chair is important, since you'll spend many hours working from it. Unless you have an ergonomist on call, it may be difficult to find a proper fitting chair for your body. The right office chair for you should:
- Support your body uniformly
- Allow for ease of movement
- Be easily adjustable
- Provide comfort in the long term
- Help you in maintaining your posture
Office chairs are available in many sizes and shapes. Consider these tips before you buy your new office chair.
Depth of Seat
Seat depth is essential to your overall comfort. If the seat is not large enough, it won't give you enough support. If it's too big, it will place pressure on the backs of your knees, causing discomfort. While sitting, measure the distance from the backrest to the back of your knee. There should be 2-3 fingers or roughly 1.5 inches between your knee back and the edge of the seat.
Height of Seat
Your new chair should let you sit comfortably with your feet flat against the floor, with a 90-degree knee bend angle. Proper seat height will achieve this. Measure the height from the crease at the back of your knee to the floor. Consider the types of footwear you usually wear to work. You will have about four inches of adjustment in a cylinder. Special ergonomic chairs may have an option for different cylinder height, which is helpful if you're short or tall.
Computer users today often experience shoulder and neck pain if their arms are unsupported and elevated. Armrests support your shoulder and neck muscles, but they can also limit your access to the desk or keyboard. Armrests work best when they are at the same height as your resting elbow height.
The backrest shape should follow your back's natural curve. Office chairs with "S" shaped backs do this well. Adjustable back rests or those with lumbar support will allow you to position the backrest to support your spine. A taller back will fully support your neck and shoulders.
Width of Seat
The seat cushions must support your frame in width and depth. A cushion that's too small won't give full support. One that's too large will not allow comfortable use of your armrests. Check to be sure that the distance between the armrests isn't too wide or too narrow.
Four Things You Don't Know About Desk Hunch That Could Terrify You
Chances are that you already know that the best ergonomic chairs can keep you from feeling sore and achey, but you might be shocked to find out all of the medical issues that these chairs prevent. The best ergonomic chairs can protect you against organ problems, muscle degeneration and leg issues, amongst several other horrifying medical conditions. If you're not already aware, here are some of the medical reasons why you should consider investing in the best ergonomic chairs.
Heart Disease
When you sit at your desk for long periods of time, your blood flows more slowly and your muscles don't end up burning as much fat as they should. This creates a situation where fatty acids can clog your heart easily, increasing your risk of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart disease to more than twice the amount as those who are more active.
When you sit hunched over a desk all day, you don't use your abdominal muscles, which makes them go soft. This posture also makes your back muscles go taut. This is a deadly combination that can ruin your posture over time, causing a medical condition called hyperlordosis, which exaggerates the spine's natural arch. The best ergonomic chairs help eliminate this risk by correcting your posture as you sit, distributing weight evenly across the appropriate muscles.
Weak Bones
Running, walking, and other weight-bearing activities help the hips and bones in the lower body to grow more dense, which makes them stronger. Naturally, a lack of such activities would cause bones to weaken.
Spinal Conditions
The vertebrae have soft, spongelike discs between them that absorb nutrients and fresh blood as we move around. However, sitting hunched over causes these discs to flatten, making it impossible for them to get these vital nutrients. When this happens, collagen coagulates and dries around the supporting ligaments and tendons. The best ergonomic chairs allow these discs to expand more easily, preventing collagen from hardening.
To think that these are only some of the problems that could be prevented. Who would've thought that the best ergonomic office chairs for back pain can help with more than spinal troubles? If you have any questions about the best ergonomic chairs, feel free to ask in the comments.


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The Millennium High varsity girls cross-country team finished in 22nd place out of 22 teams in the Division V competition at the California Interscholastic Federation state championship meet Saturday, Nov. 30, at Woodward Park in Fresno.
Lead runner for the Falcons was senior Anneliese Bradley, who ran the 5K course in 22 minutes, 38 seconds and finished in 135th place among 184 runners.
Millennium's team also included freshman Valeria Diaz (23:44), junior Serena Cho (24:07), junior Estefania Torres (24:52), freshman Mae Sandhu (24:54), sophomore Priyana Patel (25:14) and freshman Emme Snarr (25:45).
The overall Division V individual champion was Julia Maxwell (18:12), a senior at Branson High in Ross, Marin County. Maxwell and her team were the Division V champions from the North Coast Section.
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Why your 1040 should cost less this year.
This Deal of the Day comes from Kelli B. Grant at partner site SmartMoney.
This year's tax-preparation fees are next year's deductible expense, but competition among preparers may allow you to keep more money in your pocket.
Tax-preparation services face a lean market this spring. Last year's economic woes have spurred more consumers to fill out their Form 1040 solo, says Vishnu Lekraj, an equity analyst covering the industry for Morningstar. Most taxpayers are simply unwilling or unable to spend the $100 or more it takes to get help, he says.
Nobody thought it was their fault, but it was everyone's fault.
This guest post comes from Pop at Pop Economics.
Sometimes we forget we just lived through history.
Or I should say, sometimes we forget we're living through it now. I read a post on Get Rich Slowly recently that reminded me of that. Twenty years from now, kids are going to ask us what it was like to live through one of the worst recessions in American history, just the same way I asked my parents what it was like to live during desegregation and they asked their parents how it felt to fight a World War.
Massachusetts recyclers celebrate reuse -- and the joy of a great score -- with an annual Trash Finders Ball.
We're found a ball that Cinderella could attend without needing a fairy godmother to whip her up a new dress.
The annual Trash Finders Ball in Massachusetts, in its third year this weekend, celebrates recycling in a big way. If your dress is made of old newspaper, so much the better. The décor, of course, is also from recycled objects.
But the Trash Finders in Beverly, Mass., don't just wear recycled outfits and parade around in a Trashion Show.
They also bring along their best trash-picking find for judging.
A new retiree was so focused on living on next to nothing that she overlooked ways to increase income. No more.
This guest post comes from "vh" at Funny about Money.
A fresh experience led me to realize that I spend way too much time on penny-pinching and way too little on focusing on the big picture that is my life -- or, more to the point, my earning potential.
Recently one of my former students sent me a LinkedIn invite. This caused me to return to that much-neglected site, where I was reminded that an old friend, a graphic artist with whom I worked at a magazine and later through a talent agency I ran, had made himself one of my "contacts." When I dropped him an e-mail to ask how things were going and mentioned that I'm now free of the Great Desert University, he invited me to join him for breakfast with a business networking group he frequents.
So, as dawn first colored the sky, I was shooting across the city to a Good Egg restaurant in one of Scottsdale's toniest strip malls.
Online booksellers are buying. You won't earn a fortune, but at least you won't have to pay for postage.
Could I really find a buyer for titles as specialized as "Creating G.I. Jane: Sexuality and Power in the Women's Army Corps During World War II," "Earth Democracy: Justice, Sustainability, and Peace" or "Female Spectacle: The Theatrical Roots of Modern Feminism"?
You can use coupons for bagels, subs and new Hasbro games. Time for a game night?
This isn't a big week for new food deals and coupons, so we are throwing in some discounts and freebies that you can't eat, with some help from our friends at Cities on the Cheap.
Alas, we are not coming up on National Chocolate Week or National Ice Cream Day, so we have no coupons for those essential items.
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It can be done, although it's not the best route for everyone.
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It's a commonly accepted rule of personal finance that one should save three to six months' worth of expenses in an emergency fund. Conventional wisdom dictates that you stash your cash in a high-interest savings account or maybe a short-term high-yield CD. The key is to have ready access to the cash in a true emergency.
Confession time: I've never kept three to six months' worth of cash sitting in a bank account and don't plan to. In an emergency, I can tap investment accounts, a home-equity line of credit, or yes, even the dreaded credit card. The question for today is whether it's a smart money move to rely on credit cards as your financial backstop.
Fashion Week trends can be had on clearance -- if you know where to go.
This Deal of the Day comes from Kelli B. Grant at partner site SmartMoney.
Want to hear a secret fashion retailers won't share with you? The trendy fall and winter items they are pushing out the door now will be just as of-the-moment come autumn.
In other words: Shoppers who know what to look for can get hot items for next fall at substantial discounts.
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TOMAHAWK, Wis. (WSAU) - The Department of Transportation is in Tomahawk for the Fall Ride this weekend with their high tech motorcycle training system.
It's THE REF, the Transportable High-End Rider Education Facility. Coordinator Peggy Drinsinger says they're hoping to reach plenty of people this weekend. "Fall Ride brings a lot of riders into the area, and there's some things that even experienced riders can pick up on."
The 40-foot-long REF trailer was built through federal funding and aims to teach riders and drivers how to better share the roads. You can get interactive lessons on crash avoidance and awareness of traffic and road hazards. "It looks like a motorcycle with a screen in front of it. It's a virtual trainer. You get the virtual riding experience in front of you."
Drinsinger says it's all part of the Zero in Wisconsin Philosophy. "We're sharing the highways with every motorist, so we're trying to get everyone to watch out for motorcycles, and motorcycles to look out for everyone else."
THE REF will be at Sara Park Friday and Saturday from 9 to 5.