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:: District Level Renewable Energy Park
Energy Park Scheme was launched by MNRE in 1994-95 & implemented through MEDA in the State of Maharashtra.The main objective to create awareness and give publicity among the students, teachers, rural & urban masses, to the extent possible about the use and benefits of renewable energy systems and devices.
A broad range of Educational Institutions. R & D and Training Institute. Krishi Vigyan Kendras recognised by State/Central Government. Corporate and Industry Associations/Public Places- such as National Parks, Zoological Gardens, Botanical Gardens,Botanical Gardens. Histrolical Places/Monuments. Science Museums & Popular Tourist Places. Social & cultural Institutions and other institutions,where there is a large is a large flow of public
District Level Energy Park- Maximum Rs.10 lakh including Annual Maintenance Cost (AMC) cost of about 2% per annum of sanctioned energy systems & devices. For 1st proposal 75:25 basis between MNRE & Institution concern. For 2nd proposal from same district 50:50 basis between MNRE & Institution concern. D MNRE EXISTING POLICY:
The Ministry of Non-Conventional Sources (MNRE) has launched the Energy Park Scheme in the year 1994-95 with the main objective of creating awareness and imparting publicity among students, teachers and rural & urban masses, to the extent possible, about the use and benefits of renewable energy systems and devices. Well-known educational institutions, registered consumer forums, well established registered NGOs with adequate facilities for science and environment education will be eligible for assistance under this Scheme for setting up Energy Parks. State Governments and Renewable Energy Agencies may also set up Energy Parks.
Objectives of Renewable Energy Parks
The best way to create awareness is to display Renewable Energy-based exhibits, which are interactive and participatory in nature. The objectives for establishing this Park are mentioned below: • To impart awareness to the general public, students, visitors and beneficiaries about the use of renewable energy, its advantages, its significance w.r.t the environment, its innate characteristics • To demonstrate a non-polluting, renewable-based transport system by introducing the solar-powered electric train • To demonstrate the technical parts of various renewable energy devices to educate people on the subject • To provide the public a recreational center integrated with renewable energy education • To make available a forum for children for having fun and experiment with renewable energy devices • To partially meet the energy needs of the Park from renewable energy sources
District Level Renewable Energy Park
1. District Level Renewable Energy Parks may be sanctioned to a broad range of Educational Institutions, R&D and Training Institutes, Krishi Vigyan Kendras recognized by the State Governments/Central Government, Corporate and Industry Associations and Institutions/ Public places - such as National Parks, Zoological Gardens, Botanical Gardens, Historical Places / Monuments, Science Museums & Popular Tourist Places, Social and Cultural Institutions and other institutions, where there is a large flow of public.
2. Under the current policy, one Energy Park may be set up in each district depending upon the availability of funds. However, a second Energy Park may be allowed in the same district with reduced Central Financial Assistance (CFA) i.e. on 50:50 cost-sharing basis. The Energy Park Scheme would be extended to Corporate and Industry Associations on a 50% cost-sharing basis.
3. The cost of the district level Energy Park should be in the range of about Rs.1.00 lakh to Rs.10.00 lakh. The maximum cost of district level Energy Park would be Rs. 10.00 lakh including Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) cost of about 2 percent per annum of sanctioned energy systems and devices.
4. The procurement and installation cost of the energy systems and devices for the North-Eastern states including Sikkim and Ladakh Region will be shared between MNRE and the institutions concerned on a 90:10 basis and for all other States/Regions, the cost will be shared on a 75:25 basis between MNRE and the institutions concerned for the first energy park in a district. The procurement and installation cost of the energy systems and devices for a second district level Energy Park in the same district will be shared between MNRE and the institution on a 50:50 basis. In the case of Corporate and Industry Associations too, the procurement and installation cost of the energy systems and devices of the district level Energy Park will be shared between MNRE and the institution on a 50:50 basis, who will provide land free of cost and ensure upkeep of the park.
5. The district level Energy Park project will be given to the organization / institution which has the appropriate infrastructure and facilities to establish such a park and maintain it. The energy systems and devices sanctioned for district level Energy Parks will be procured and installed by the concerned State Nodal Agencies or the institutions concerned as decided by the Energy Park Committee of MNRE and funds will accordingly be released to the State Nodal Agency or the institution concerned. Only Government Institutions would be considered for direct sanction of district level Energy Parks and the Energy Park Committee of MNRE would do their selection. However, the responsibility of operation and maintenance of energy systems and devices will be of the organization / institution, where the Energy Park is set up.
6. The Institutions will come up with a proposal of district level Energy Park for demonstration/ exhibition of NRSE devices. The district level Energy Park proposal should include devices relevant to the institutions. The surrounding areas, the details of the devices to be installed, methodology and procedure for proper utilization and maintenance of the systems should be spelt out. All district level Energy Park proposals should be routed through the concerned State Nodal Agencies.
7. 50% cost of the MNRE share of the district level Energy Park will be released initially along with the sanction of the project. 40% funds would be released on submission of the satisfactory progress report including installation / commissioning of major devices along with the Utilization Certificate and the balance 10% funds on (i) completion and satisfactory performance of project devices for at least a month as per DPR norms, (ii) on submission of proof for Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) signed by the concerned State Nodal Agency with the suppliers/manufacturers and (iii) satisfactory report from the concerned MNRE Regional Office. The project should normally be completed in a period of one year and in no case beyond a period of 24 months from the date of sanction of the project.
8. MNRE will not give any financial support towards recurring cost of the Energy Park. This will be the responsibility of the institution/organization, where it is set up. It will be mandatory for the institution concerned to enter into an Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) for a period of 10 years, excluding warranty period. The AMC Cost (about 2 percent per annum) may be included as a part of the cost of energy systems and devices.
9. MNRE will arrange for a Training Programme for the Officer In-charge / Nodal Officer of the Energy Park in the maintenance and operation of the systems and devices through the State Nodal Agencies in an institution identified by them. MNRE will provide up to Rs. 5,000/- to the State Nodal Agency for organizing the training, depending upon the number of participants and proposals received from the State Nodal Agency.
10. Standard publicity material in Hindi and English on renewable energy systems and devices will be prepared by MNRE by engaging an institution for distribution to the Energy Parks through the State Nodal Agencies, which may be translated into Regional Languages by State Nodal Agencies.
11. A Committee on Energy Parks will decide the number and type of renewable energy systems and devices for sanction in the Energy Parks depending upon the requirement of the institutions and their utility / past performance. An indicative list of system configuration for district and state level Energy Parks are given at Annexure II & III respectively.
12. In the cases where the district level Energy Parks are to be set up by the State Nodal Agencies, the funds will be released to the concerned State Nodal Agency. However, in cases where the district level Energy Parks are to be set up by the institutions, the funds could be released to the institution, as decided by Energy Park Committee of MNRE (Para 7 reference). However, their cheques / drafts will be routed through the State Nodal Agency concerned. The State Nodal Agency will be paid Rs.5000/- per institution/park for monitoring the progress of the implementation of all district level Energy Park projects.
13. District level Energy Parks will be set up in selected Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) through Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi. The funds for setting up of Energy Parks at Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) will be released to ICAR under intimation to the concerned State Nodal Agency.
1. One State Level Renewable Energy Awareness / Education Park (large-sized) should be considered for setting up in each State with a maximum Central Financial Assistance of Rs.1.00 crore to meet the full cost of procurement and installation of energy systems and devices depending upon the availability of funds. The large sized Energy Park will be established in the State by the concerned State Nodal Agency on self-sustainable basis for its operation and maintenance.
2. A Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the State Level Energy Park would be prepared by the State Nodal Agency for submission to MNRE Detailed technical specifications for all the energy systems / exhibits shall be given in the DPR including details of civil construction work, etc.
3. State Government / Nodal Agency will make available land free of cost admeasuring at least 2.5 to 3 acres for which the State Nodal Agency will submit a certificate as proof of the acquisition of land along with the submission of Detailed Project Report (DPR).
4. The State Government / Nodal Agency will meet the cost on infrastructure development of the State Level Energy Park such as civil works, Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) of the energy systems and devices etc. for a period of ten years, excluding warranty period.
5. The State Nodal Agency will submit a certificate to the effect that the State Level Energy Park would be operated and maintained on self-sustainable basis including mode of generation of revenue, while submitting the DPR.
6. It would be mandatory for the State Nodal Agency to enter into an Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) for a period of ten years, excluding warranty period for maintenance of all systems/devices installed in the State Level Energy Park. The State Nodal Agency will enter into a contract with the supplier to operate the systems/devices during the initial period of one year. During this period, the State Nodal Agency will select local persons after following the prescribed State Government procedure and get these local persons trained in the operation and maintenance of the energy systems and devices, by the supplier.
7. 50% of the MNRE share will be released initially along with the sanction of the State Level Energy Park. 40% funds would be released on submission of the completion report of the project including installation / commissioning of the devices along with the Utilization Certificate and the balance 10% funds on satisfactory performance of project devices as per DPR norms for at least a month and after satisfactory observation that they are in conformity to the conditions given in the preceding Para. 9 above. The project should normally be completed in a period of one year and in no case beyond a period of 24 months from the date of sanction of the project.
8. The Energy Parks will be monitored on a half-yearly basis through the State Nodal Agencies. The Regional Offices of MNRE will also be involved in monitoring the progress and functioning of the Energy Parks. Besides, Energy Parks will also be monitored by MNREThe evaluation of Energy Parks may also be got done through independent agencies. The completion certificates, monitoring report and the audited statement of accounts are to be submitted in the prescribed formats at Annexure IV to VI
9. The Committee on Energy Parks of MNRE will scrutinize and recommend the proposals for sanction and monitor the setting up and functioning of the parks.
On the basis of MNRE policy for energy park scheme separate guidelines for the state of Maharashtra are adopted by MEDA. Wherein following major steps are involved.
1. MNRE announce every year the policy for the Energy park scheme with subsidy pattern. After receipt of this policy, MEDA communicate same on district level to concerned ADOs and MEDA project officers working at district level.
2. While communicating this policy district wise target has been set to generate the appropriate and feasible energy park proposal. This is done on the basis of MNRE policy and prescribed forms proposed in the policy. Alternatively Zilla Parishad may suggest proper/ interested institutions/ NGOs/ Private organizations/ trusts/ temples/ Historical places where people are generally gathered on various occasions.
3. On receipt of such information and preliminary survey report from field project officers /interested organizations, at MEDA level detailed scrutiny is made and on the basis of information received a field visit arranged to ascertain the feasibility and authenticity of the information received from the field. During this field visit the points remained to be considered for the proposal are explained in details to the concern for final proposal to be submitted by the beneficiary.
4. This field visit is compulsorily arranged to guide the beneficiary and prepare the full-fledged feasibility report for onward submission to MNRE for necessary sanction. Here while collecting this proposal beneficiary has to confirm the deposition of applicable beneficiary share by giving bond about it. This has to be done along with submission of proposal for necessary sanction with MEDA, prior to implement the project at actual.
5. The beneficiary shall deposit Rs.5000/- as processing charges (Non refundable) and 25 % of beneficiary share along with proposal.
6. On receipt of sanction to these projects, MEDA communicate it to beneficiary officially by requesting to deposit the beneficiary share at the earliest. On the receipt of beneficiary share as per the sanction, the technical and financial offer is prepared in the form of open tender and advertisement is published in the leading daily newspapers.
7. MEDA shall inspect the progress of the work any time during the execution of project. However the joint commissioning schedule has been arranged compulsorily in all projects along with manufacturer representative and beneficiary representative by the MEDA officials.
8. The precaution has been taken to operate and maintain the project at least for the period of 10 years from the date of successful commissioning. For this manufacturer and beneficiary should enter into an agreement for day to day operation and maintenance of various systems installed in the project for their proper functioning.


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Attached are comments on the recently released Draft Guidelines on accessibility of public rights-of-way from the City and County of San Francisco, Department of Public Works, Bureau of Engineering, Streets & Highways Section. Thank you for the opportunity to allow us to comment.
Patrick G. Rivera
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Re: Comments on the Draft Guidelines on Accessible Public Rights-of-Way as Proposed by the Access Board
I understand that you are accepting comments on the recently released Draft Guidelines on accessibility of public rights-of-way now being considered by the Access Board. Below comments from the City and County of San Francisco, Department of Public Works, Streets & Highways Section. Note that these comments do not represent the entire Department's comments but only one design section. There may be other sections with in the Department submitting comments.
1102 Scoping Requirements:
In 1102.2 there are discussions indicating compliance requirements, exceptions due to technical infeasibilities etc. However, there is no clear guidance to what extent an ADA compliant alteration is necessary for locally funded projects. In other words the cost impact is not discussed. Case in point. As part of a traffic signal upgrade project, we're required to install curb ramps. However, the cost to install the curb ramp component is almost as much as the traffic signal upgrade component. We have been unable to determine what dollar amount increase is considered hardship or what percentage cost increase on a project due to ADA requirements are reasonable.
Even though it's stated in 1104.3.2, it's best to include it in this section as well.
1184.108.40.206 Cross Slope
In the City and County of San Francisco the street and sidewalk grades range from 2% to 22%. This section states that the running slope shall be 1:48 (2%) minimum and 1:12 (8.33%) maximum. In order to comply with these grades, a considerable amount of sidewalk reconstruction is required in order to conform to the existing sidewalk grade or in some cases it's impossible to meet the requirements. There needs to be an Exception for this type of scenario. One solution would be to measure the grades relative to the slope of the existing sidewalk.
1126.96.36.199 Flares
Flares with 10% slope measured along the curb line may create a steep wing when a curb ramp is constructed parallel to the crosswalk at a skewed intersection.
122.214.171.124 Running Slope
"Parallel curb ramps shall not be required to exceed 15 feet." These curb ramps consist of two ramps meeting at the bottom with a level landing. Is it the total length or each side 15' max?
1104.3.2 Detectable Warnings
If detectable warnings (truncated domes as in 1108) would be required for all curb ramps regardless of the slope, then is the color contrast of the curb ramp required by the CA State Title 24 be required.
1104.3.3 Surfaces
The prohibition of gratings, storm drains, utility and sewer access covers on ramps, and landings, transitions and gutters within the pedestrian access route will be challenging to comply with. The question is:
1104.3.6 Counter Slopes
The requirement of 1:20 (5%) maximum counter slope for gutter and/or street at foot of ramp will trigger extensive reconstruction and regrading of many street intersections in San Francisco. If we can't raise the gutter, do we have to lower the street to comply? An evaluation of underground utilities, stormwater flow and traffic impacts would be required when gutter or street elevations are changed significantly.
1104.3.7 Clear Space
The roadway next to the curb on major routes may be a vehicle travel lane during "rush hour" times. The requirement of a 4' by 4' clear space at bottom of ramp outside the parallel vehicle travel lane conflicts with current traffic routing.
1105.2.2 Cross Slope
1105.2.3 Running Slope
In the City and County of San Francisco the street and sidewalk grades range from 2% to 22%. In 1105.2.2 the maximum cross slope of 1:48 (2%) and in addition to 1105.2.3 where the running slope is 1:20 (5%) max for the entire crosswalk, will require reconstruction and regrading concrete gutters and possibly reconstruction of entire intersections. There needs to be an Exception for this type of scenario. One solution would be to measure the grades relative to the slope of the existing sidewalk.
1108.2.1 Curb Ramps and Blended Transitions
Many ramps are located along the radius of the curb return, so the ramp bottom at the curb line is curved and not perpendicular to the path of travel. Custom design and production of a pre-cast or cast-in-place surface with truncated domes that fit these irregular areas will be difficult. A solution would be to increase the maximum distance to the curb line from 8 inches to 12 inches to allow for straight-edge technology to fit real-world curves.
The above comments do not represent a complete list of comments from the City and County of San Francisco. You may be receiving additional comments from other Departments and Agencies. I would like to thank you for allowing the Engineer's in my Section and me the opportunity to comment on the draft guidelines. Please add me to your e-mail list regarding this topic.


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The completion of U.S. Route 219 from Somerset to Meyersdale would not have been possible had it not been for the hard work of our area legislators. In 2008, when the toll credit debacle was discovered, a meeting was set up in Harrisburg with then...Tags: Mark Critz, Richard A Kasunic, John N Wozniak, Bill Shuster, Executive Branch
Somerset County GOP banquet focuses on coal
Daily American Staff WriterSpeakers at the Somerset County Republican Fall Banquet were fired up about coal Thursday and the fate of one of the county's largest industries. Keynote speaker John Pippy, CEO of the Pennsylvania Coal Alliance, described the "war on coal" as a war...Tags: Mining, Carl Walker Metzgar, Energy, Bill Shuster, Politics
Somerset County no longer has a Republican commissioner
Daily American Staff WriterSomerset County Republicans are no longer represented on the board of county commissioners. Commissioner Joe Betta changed his political party from Republican to Independent Monday morning. Betta was previously an Independent, but changed it back...Tags: Local Government, Carl Walker Metzgar, Parties and Movements, Local Elections, Public Officials
Party leaders happy with results, not voter turnout
Daily American Staff WriterParty leaders from both sides of the aisle were pleased with who won in Tuesday's primary, but low voter turnouts were a disappointment moving toward the fall. About 27 percent of registered voters cast a ballot in the primary, according to officials....Tags: Parties and Movements, Politics, U.S. Senate, Democratic Party, Republican Party
Bastian elected vice chairman of Republican Party
Daily American Staff WriterFormer state Rep. Bob Bastian won the title of vice chairman of the Somerset County Republican Party by a landslide 70 percent vote Tuesday. Bastian took the lead against fellow contender Jeff Henry, who claimed 30 percent of the 7,495 total votes cast....Tags: Parties and Movements, Local Elections, Voting, Judges, Crime, Law and Justice
Santorum's brother uses pop culture to differentiate presidential hopefuls
Daily American Staff WriterThe Somerset County Republican Spring Banquet featured a high-profile keynote speaker: the younger brother of Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum. Dan Santorum spoke Wednesday in the Maple City on behalf of his brother, who is campaigning in...Tags: Rocky Balboa (fictional character), Carl Walker Metzgar, Rick Santorum, Political Candidates, Bill Shuster
County GOP chairman contest to enter the courtroom
Daily American Staff WriterA 20-minute time discrepancy could throw one candidate for Somerset County Republican Party chairman off the ballot. Lincoln Township resident James T. Yoder is challenging current Chairman Bruce Hottle, also of Lincoln Township. But that challenge may...Tags: Local Government, Parties and Movements, Politics, Elections, Republican Party
Chamber award winners honored
Daily American Staff WriterA record 370 people attended the 71st annual Somerset County Chamber of Commerce Dinner that celebrated the 100th anniversary of the business organization Wednesday. Chamber Executive Director Ron Aldom said the attendance is a testament to the work...Tags: Arts and Culture, Fires, Human Interest, Awards and Prizes, Vince Lombardi
Service Highlighted at Republican Fall Breakfast
Daily American CorrespondentEnergy was high and outlooks were positive at the first annual Somerset County Republican Committee Fall breakfast held on Saturday at Oakhurst Tearoom. Former State Rep. Bob Bastian opened up the breakfast with a prayer and then — along with all...Tags: National Government, Human Interest, Bill Shuster, Politics, Pittsburgh
Four running for Somerset County auditor
Daily American Staff WriterFour residents are running for three Somerset County auditor seats. The Somerset County auditor, the only part-time row office, is responsible for auditing the books of several county, row and district judge offices. Democrat Travis Meyers, 31, a...Tags: Local Elections, Prisons, Accounting and Auditing, Civil and Public Service, Politics
Quecreek memories
Daily American CorrespondentNine years ago this week, the eyes of the world were on Somerset County, as nine miners had their lives in the hands of others, as they were trapped more than 200 feet underground for 77 hours in a flooded coal mine. On Saturday, at the Quecreek Mine...Tags: Structural Failures, Health and Safety at Work, Industrial Accidents, Disasters and Accidents, Politics
Work being done on Quecreek visitors center
Daily American Staff WriterA group of Amish men from Ohio are continuing to work on the new visitors center at the Quecreek Mine Rescue site at Dormel Farms near Somerset. "Eli Weaver of Dundie, Ohio, started coming in with motor coaches," said Bill Arnold, president...Tags: Gardens and Parks, Structural Failures, Industrial Accidents, Disasters and Accidents, Travel
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I'm attempting to make your 5-1-1 mix and have read somewhere here that you recommended Fafard Aged Pine Bark. I asked my local nursery and they were able to get me Fafard Soil Conditioner, which states it's made from 100% Aged Pine Bark. If you could check out the pics below and tell me if this is the right stuff? The color of the bark in the 3rd picture is altered to show particles (otherwise it was too black). Thanks in advance! |
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I've used Fafard's 'Aged Pine Bark' for the 5:1:1, and found it too fine/water-retentive. It came in a 3 cu ft bag, so I don't know if the product is the same as what you show in your pics. If you decide to use it, I would probably skip the peat and use 5:3, pine bark:perlite. Al |
- Posted by capitalistbaby 5 (My Page) on Fri, Mar 30, 12 at 13:49
Thank you so much Al for your time and advice. Is it true that this pine bark will only last one season? Will it really disintegrate after one growing year and turn to mush? What about unused bags of this stuff sitting in the garage for a year (if I bought more than I needed), will it also quickly compost into too fine a particle? Thanks again! |
Honestly - it looks liker it will be really water-retentive as is (mushy), even at 50/50 with perlite. I agree that the advanced state of decomposition would almost certainly limit the soils usefulness to one growth cycle, if that. This isn't to say you wouldn't be able to bring along healthy plants in it with careful attention to watering and fertilizing. You can, it just isn't as easy, and when soils support lots of perched water, their limiting effects are inherent. The two reasons that growers appreciate well-aerated soils like the 5:1:1 and gritty mixes are, the soils are very forgiving - greatly increasing the grower's margin for error, and they provide an excellent environ for roots - one that ensures the opportunity for plants to grow at or very near their genetic potential, within the limiting effects of other cultural factors. In essence, what I just said is that in many cases, your soil choice is the most limiting factor to your plants. When you use the 5:1:1 or gritty mix, it's very unlikely that the soil would be the most significant limiting factor. It's possible that some OTHER factor might raise its head to spoil the party, but it's unlikely to be your soil choice. In your case, the fine particles of pine bark might as well be peat because they're going to be very water-retentive. You'll need to figure out a strategy to deal with/reduce the water retention if you're to avoid the negative consequences of that physical characteristic. Since you're already going to the effort of making your own soil, the easy way to do that would be to find a more suitable bark product - easiest in theory ...... application might be a different story (if you can't find the bark). Al |
- Posted by capitalistbaby 5 (My Page) on Mon, Apr 2, 12 at 15:21
Thank you again Al, your explanations are very very helpful to a newbie like myself. Here is my second attempt at finding the pine bark fines. Pictures are below. If it wouldn't be too much trouble, could you please let me know if this will be suitable, or if it's still too small of a particle size. Thanks so much! |
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That bark is excellent! It would even work, cleaned up a little, for Gritty Mix. Josh |
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What is the source of that bark (in case it is helpful to some others with difficulty finding bark)? |
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NEW YORK - Best Buy Co. reported another dismal quarter on Tuesday, recording a loss in the third quarter, hurt by a continued sales slump and charges related to restructuring.
The electronics chain is struggling to reverse a yearslong decline in its business as competition from online stores and discounters increases, and consumers' tastes shift from more profitable items like TVs and desktop computers toward less profitable smartphones and tablets.
In addition, it's facing a growing number of consumers who are "showrooming," going to stores to check out merchandise but buying it elsewhere, is a challenge.
"In-line with trends experienced over the last three years, Best Buy's third quarter financial performance was clearly unsatisfactory," said CEO Hubert Joly, a turnaround expert tapped in August to help improve results.
Last week at an analyst meeting, Joly outlined a plan to improve results via beefing up customer service and revamping stores while at the same time cutting overhead and supply-chain costs.
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Best Buy Co., based in Richfield, Minn., reported a loss of $10 million, or 3 cents per share, for the three months ended Nov. 3. That compares with net income of $156 million, or 42 cents per share in the prior year period.
Excluding one-time items, net income totaled 3 cents per share. Analysts expected net income of 13 cents per share. Revenue fell 4 percent to $10.75 billion from $11.15 billion but still matched analysts' expectations.
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Flood victims near New York City's leaking Delaware Aqueduct now have access to $9 million in buyout funds, provided by the state and the DEP. But as YNN's John Wagner reports, weary residents still aren't happy.
WAWARSING, N.Y. -- Homeowners say today is a step in the right direction, giving some the option to finally move on from mold, sinkholes and constant flooding. But it's not the end of their battle with New York City's DEP.
"Obviously, it's about quality of life and getting out of harm's way. That's still the bottom line, but financially, can you do that without completely starting over?" asked Michael Rosselli, a 27 year homeowner along the leaking Delaware Aqueduct.
Michael Rosselli is one of many flood victims, struggling with how to move on by moving away. Thanks to the signatures of Ulster County Chairman Terry Bernardo, $9 million now sits in the buyout pot. But officials believe that will only cover 30 buyouts and 68 homes applied. Each home would be paid today's market value, not 2007's.
"The question still remains, what will the appraisals be, what happens to people that owe more, you know, on their home than the offer is," said Wawarsing Town Supervisor Scott Carlsen.
"It's bittersweet," said Ulster County Chairman Terry Bernardo. "It's not justice, it's not justice at all. The DEP is the responsible party and they should be paying for all of these expenses for these residents."
Buyout properties would become forever wild, never to be developed and gone from the tax rolls. Homeowners get a ten percent bonus if they agree not to sue the DEP, but they say it's not nearly enough to repay them for years of flood damage.
"It's the absolute least that they can do, they should be doing more," said eight year homeowner Laura Smith. "But until they're forced to be made to do more, this is all we have to work with."
"It's the big guy, city DEP throwing us a small bone and thinking we're going to go away," said Ulster County legislator T.J. Briggs. "I assure you, this is only the beginning."
A number of homeowners say they can't afford to leave on the DEP terms and want the leak fixed. For others it comes down to the size of the check.
"What's happening here and what's continuing to happen and what will continue to happen, still needs to be addressed," said Smith.
"To be honest, until we hear that number and find out if it works for us to relocate and move on, we're hopeful, but we have to be realistic," said Rosselli.
The 68 homeowners who applied for the buyout will meet next Wednesday to discuss their next moves and home appraisals will begin by the start of May.


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The uptown & Bronx small dogs play group is open to anyone who owns a 15 lbs. dog or under, Themed parties, indoor and outdoors events will be planned in the uptown area and the bronx for a great fun with our loved ones!
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Something that all dogs need: Exercise, Walks & Mental Stimulation!! Pooky's club was originally established in 2003 as a "cockers" only meetup. I created it to exercise & socialize my "reactive" dog around other dogs & to meet other cocker owners in the area who love the breed as much as I do. Soon thereafter, people started contacting me saying that they didnt have a cocker, but could they come pleazzzze? So effective 2006 I changed it to Pooky's All Breed Dog Walking Club! All breeds & ages …
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We welcome those who support pits, even if you aren't NYC residents or pit bull owners! ** NYC meetups for Pit bulls / Pit mixes (staffs, rescues, etc) every Saturday or Sunday throughout whole year. ** We meet at various parks and dog runs, dog-friendly restaurants, take walks along rivers and bridges, and through New York City neighborhoods. A great opportunity to socialize your dogs in a welcoming and helpful environment. Options abound for people with dog-aggressive pits who still want to …
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Every rescued dog is a success story, and this group can be a place to share your dog's own story while meeting other people who have made the same commitment to saving an animal from a shelter, the streets, or any other bad situation. Join us for a casual leashed walk around Prospect Park in Brooklyn. Since many people are kind enough to adopt dogs with behavioral issues, this isn't a playgroup, but rather a low-key pack walk. Our walks generally last 1.5 hours, and may involve some hills and/o …
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Welcome to *The D.O.G. House* (Dog Organizers' Group)!!! This group is for ORGANIZERS/LEADERS of DOG GROUPS -- big, small, furry, hairless, yappy, active, puppy, senior, rescue, therapy, etc. -- from all countries ... United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, etc. -- using all kinds of software platforms ... Meetup, GroupSpaces, BigTent, Dolphin, Yahoo, Google, Ning, MSN, Facebook, MySpace, whatever! If you can PROVIDE A LINK to an active group/team (not a business) -- that YOU lead -- …
Some of our activities are FREE, some benefit animal rescues and some are more formal training and dog sports related classes. SUGGEST activities, playgroups and events you'd like to see! Need a venue to host a dog event or playgroup? contact us for your dog event/party. Empire of the Dog offers DOG playgroups, training and activities weekly.
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This is a non-breed specific group, any size any age. If your dog is in good health an has current vaccines or titer your are welcome. If you have any issues such as leash pulling, I will be there to help you work through it. Did you know that exercising your dog can curtail common behavior issues? Common behavior problems like chewing, barking, digging or just plain old unruliness can be frustrating for any dog owner. Did you ever notice that dogs have an uncanny ability of finding ways to …
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Explore and enjoy the outdoors, and make new, local friends, human and canine. Our main activity is hiking in Morris, Somerset and Warren Counties. This is a very laid back group with easy going outings. Hikes are typically 4-6 miles, with some Delaware Water Gap exceptions. All hikes are free. Social dogs only - No aggressive dogs. All dogs must have up to date rabies and distemper vaccinations, and all dogs must be neutered. Dogs must be under the owners control at all times and be handl …
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This trainer created group welcomes Super Social Small Dogs under 25lbs and their people to come, socialize and have fun - saving NYC's small dog population from it's "yapper" reputation. By socializing on a routine basis, these Super Social Small Dogs heriocally fight off small dog syndrome symptoms of barking, yapping and terrorizing Gotham's population. Developing into confident, happy-go-lucky, care-free Social Small Dog Super Heroes! Come! Join the Super Social Small Dog group and help save …
Calling all City doggie parents! This is an ongoing weekend meet up group on the Upper West Side that gives you a chance to take time out of your busy life to spend bonding with your dog and with other dog lovers in the area. Bring your friendly dog to Camp Canine on Sunday afternoons at 2pm and join us for an hour or two of playtime, training advice, and a little socialization. An expert trainer is always on hand to monitor play and to offer advice tailored to the dogs who are there that day. T …
This is is a MeetUP for small dogs. As a small dog pet parent you are free to post planned or impromptu get togethers for other small dogs and their pet parents.
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This is a group for any and all dog lovers and owners. Swifto Dog Walking will be sponsoring, creating and organizing different events throughout the city that dog owners and their best doggy friends can take part in. We'll have a barbecue with a certified training giving dog training tips, "Yappy Hours" and just about everything else you can think of. And please, we'd love to hear any ideas you have for events! If we like them enough, we'll do our best to put them on. Thanks and we're all looki …
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The purpose of this group is to provide socialization and play time for small dogs under 12 pounds in a safe indoor venue. We will meet periodically in various Dog Day care Centers around Manhattan. This group is a play group only that is geared toward the shy dog who needs to gain socialization skills, active dogs who need more play time with other dogs, puppies who need to learn to play with other dogs and owners who wish to socialize their dogs and meet with other dog owners.
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Come one! Come all! Meet with other local small Dogs Owners. Join us monthly for a great time and a chance to meet up with pet experts and other animal owners!! Sessions will include more info on grooming, training, health, socializing etc.... for all you little dog owners out there who want to have fun and learn something new while giving your pets time to play! All tiny dogs welcome!
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Where owners of all small and toy breed dogs can get together and have play dates, share advice and friendship -- all non-aggressive, vaccinated, spayed/neutered (or under 7 months old) dogs under 12 lbs are welcome! Courtesies: - no food/treats for the doggies (many little ones are on dietary restrictions bcz of allergies & food may bring out food aggression) - please pick up after your dog; I will provide paper towels and Nature's Miracle. Wee wee pads will be provided as well - we req …
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This site has gone to the dog! All things dog! We'll chat about places to go, things to sniff, what's bark worthy and what's not. Our favorite doggy designers, our favorite doggy venues, our favorite local doggy charities. AND, we'll keep you up-to-date with all of the doggy events in the NYC area. If it's dog related, we'll cover it! Let's have fun with fido!
This group is for people interested in dog and cat events in NYC. These include breed & mix breed playdates, training seminars & classes, therapy dog & cat evaluations, Canine Good Citizen testing, and more!
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We're a group of Brooklyn brachycephalic dogs and the people who love them. French Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, English Bulldogs, Pugs and their admirers getting together for some deep dog partying!
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Does your dog join you on protests? Mine do. They are Occu-Dogs. Missy Paulette and Casey Jane at the Tompkins Square Pop-Up OWS event.
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Meet with other local Responsible Dogs Owners. All those who enjoy taking their dogs out gather to share info on local dog-friendly places and meet other dog owners! All breeds welcome!
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This group is for people interested in the holistic approach to animal wellness . The primary focus will be on cat and dog nutrition and health, but people with other types of animal companion are also welcomed. The goal is to establish a productive, learning-oriented group where people can share information on nutrition, alternative & complementary therapies for health mainenance & preventive care, as well as ways to address actual health problems and illnesses that may challenge our animal c …
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There are so many of us with dogs that love to play but being outside in bad weather is no fun for anyone. We will be scheduling some open dog plays nights as well as some breed specific play nights too!! Stay tuned!
IT'S EASY TO JOIN AND ALL ARE WELCOME! It's Free to Join This is THE place for Shiba Inus (and their Human Companions) We've been together as a Meetup group since 2006! (401 meetups so far) Over 351 Members! Contact Number 860-316-7319 for ANY QUESTIONS We host walks, hikes & playdates , all specifically for Shibas and their people, but Shiba 'friends' are always welcome.. this site is open to anyone who likes Inus, you do not need to live in the tri-state to join and share on our message boa …
Plans for Pups (PfP) reviews select dog-related activities and events (mainly in and around the greater New York City (NYC) area) and vacation spots with dogs every where. If you would rather bring your dog with you than leave him home, this is the group for you. Welcome to People and Dogs with or without pedigree! We have Plans for Pups! ___________________ PFP is organized by Monica McLaughlin. PfP is not affiliated with any other organization. bark, bitch, canine, "dish on dogs", dog, doggy …
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****Uniting and Showing Love to All of the Pit Bull & Bully Community**** American Pit Bull and Bully Club will have some meetups that are simply for dog socialization, others will be BSL meets, monthly Bar-B-Q, Shows and working class events; Conformation (ABKC, ADBA, & AADR) Weightpulls (ADBA, AADR, UKC, NKC & IWPA) Agility (UKC & AKC) Obedience (UKC & AKC) Protection Sport (PSA, ASR, & UKC) APBC is working to incorporate tests for Therapy Dog, Canine Good Citizen, and Temperament to …
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We are a dog walking group that strives to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for dog owners to work on socializing their pets. We will hold regular, structured group walks and nature hikes for up to 20 dogs (and unlimited humans) at a time in various locations around the New York City metro area. We urge participants to use our outings as an opportunity to encourage and reinforce the behaviors you want your dog to exhibit everyday in public. All types of dogs and people are welcome, …
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Greetings ! WHAT WE DO Our group, THE NEW YORK CITY MALTESE MEETUP GROUP hosts meetup events for Maltese dogs and their people in Manhattan. Our events include indoor play dates at reputable dog daycare facilities in NYC. It is a great opportunity for Maltese dogs to play, get exercise, and maintain good social skills. It is also a wonderful platform for their owners to exchange information and help educate one another re: breed-specific health problems and preventive care recommendations; beh …
Living in an apartment with a dog is often a challenge, especially when that dog was bred to run full tilt for 12 hours a day! As someone living with a border collie, I often get stressed out about finding enough for him to do. I'm sure other people with herding dogs feel the same and I figure it might be fun to get together and do things with our energetic companions. This purpose of this meetup group is to meet other border collie (and similar breed) lovers, learn about training techniques an …
You know who you are! The special little dog that seems to rule the city! You are everywhere and you love to get together and play! So we are pleased to announce a new meetup group called "Yorkie Nation". Whether you're a Yorkie with papers, or a yorkie whose background is mixed with some other breed, you are welcome to join our group! We'd like to get together and discuss everything Yorkie! Let's show our pride and gather the biggest, the brightest, and the most enthusiastic doggy meetup gr …
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Puppy Meet Up is open to all puppies, regardless of breed, under 18 weeks old whether or not your puppy is enrolled in classes with Best Friends Pet Care. Our free puppy meet up provides a safe environment where your puppy can get the important socialization he needs, in a controlled and friendly environment, supervised by a behavioral dog trainer. Your puppy will develop important social skills while having a great time and burning off some energy!
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Left Coast Magical Thinking on Energy
Anna Eshoo, my US Representative here in California's 14th district, sends along her latest newsletter on the occasion of World Ocean Day.
This disaster [BP oil spill] serves as a sobering reminder of the destructive power of our energy habits and how we must continue to protect our nation's precious natural resources.
Note that natural resources themselves now deserve protection from the "destructive power of our energy habits," the by-product of what we used to call a free market economy. At least we all get to join BP as villains in this story.
What follows is a lengthy recitation of the various measures Eshoo is sponsoring to punish BP financially while hermetically capping any possibility of extracting oil anywhere in the United States. My favorite paragraph:
The BP/Transocean Oil Spill is a startling reminder that we need to end our dependence on fuels that can destroy our environment and hamstring our economy when "accidents" happen. Our country must move swiftly and without hesitation towards a clean energy future using domestic renewable resources, such as wind, solar, waves to create domestic jobs and secure our energy independence. We have the innovative people, companies, and communities to tackle this problem.
Okay, no technologies where destructive accidents are allowed to happen; all our power from "wind, solar, waves"; lots of jobs and energy independence in the process. For free? I certainly hope so. But first, how about legislation requiring our elected representatives to pass a Physics-for-Poets class prior to penning nonsense?
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It is technologically impossible to produce electricity in California exclusively with solar, wind, and hydro-electric energy. Period. Anyone who argues otherwise is simply talking out of their behind.
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Michael Labeit: It is technologically impossible to produce electricity in California exclusively with solar, wind, and hydro-electric energy. Period. Anyone who argues otherwise is simply talking out of their behind. Is she crazy? · Jun 8 at 9:22pm |
If Eshoo is crazy, she certainly has a lot of company in our district. Please note that she is not advocating conventional hydro-electric generation, probably because hydro actually is a practical means of generating baseload electricity. Eshoo wants wave power generation, which is cool as a technology but not ready for commercial use.
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Who knew that the French would be the source of energy wisdom internationally? Around 80% of their electricity comes from nuclear power. c'est magnifique!
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I'd bet that just as many fish and dolphins get chewed by by wave power turbines as there are birds being sliced up by windmill blades. I expect a major "Cape Wind"-type legal challenge to any wave power installation by the Ocean Conservancy the instant that a proposal is on the verge of reality, as opposed to feeding speeches trashing Big Owyl.
That said, why not? If a technology really works and could be competitive on an ongoing variable cost basis with reasonable capital depreciation, we should encourage it even if Ed Begley and the "greens" favor it. I want more and mnore energy- including 100 new nuke plants, particularly the factory-built, buried and sealed mini-modules that connect to above-ground turbines.
I would sell it this way- we need to produce fossil fuels like crazy now to generate the savings needed to develop the replacement energy stocks. Any smart businessman looks ahead and feeds a sinking fund to replenish his seed corn.
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