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Bütçe $5000-10000 USD
1 Objective
We are looking for a strong IT Web Design partner and advisor who can take full ownership and accountability end to end to Develop a B2B/B2C platform targeting Business ecosystem for Business announcements and Ads.
Selected Partner should take care of all aspect from conception, design, development, testing, installation/ integration on live stage, content population to support and maintenance after cutover and handling evolving evolution of our website over time
2 Website Overview
Business Buyers, Sellers, Agent(Broker) and Vendors can get together in a common ecosystem, view announce, post their advertisement/announcements to buy/sell business, product, services and digital assets.
The website should provide payment capability for the different users with different access privilege but also Analytic/Marketing/Messaging/contact list capability; it should be easily configurable, flexible, scalable and adaptable according to the need.
The website will provide a modern style online marketing solution, which will facilitate the business activity easily, thus providing an online marketplace of businesses, services and franchises for sale.
We envision the Website to be a good mix of high performance & visual appeal and plan to design & develop application that is:
1. Secure, robust & reliable.
2. Designed specifically for the business therefore making it easy for customers to use & navigate around.
3. Easy & quick to update, maintain and manage from the administrator's perspective.
4. Developed in a modular structure making it easier to add features at a later stage.
5. Scalable to numerous concurrent features.
Thanks for your interest to my project and your answer;
please note that I will not consider any vendor that is just providing a price tag and giving me list of their website and competence availability but also any offer that is not reasonable beyond the expectation from price and timeline perspective.
I believe that you have downloaded my RFP document and SOC, if you are serious to be my partner you should take time to read it, send me questions for clarification and provide me with a professional offer as requested (you should fill-up the the SOC).
I'm expecting a professional vendor who have full understanding of the in and out of my request that take time to analyze the challenges and requirement and should come with clear proposed solution and delivery approach otherwise there is no need to waste your time and my time.
Thanks for your understanding
In order help you in your offer and be able to easy understand your proposition and value, I have prepared an offer template to be filled by you as Vendor as I can easily understand your proposition; you are also welcome to provide additional proposal document.
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Roofing Southwest is a leading national roofing contractor serving commercial, industrial, retail & multi-family clients. In operation since 1971, our expertise includes all types of roofing systems ranging from the original specification for sprayed polyurethane foam to the latest in single-ply, solar & green technologies. Whether you have one property, or twenty-five buildings across the country, we're not only your single point of contact, but a trusted partner helping to maximize the longevity and value of each roof and real estate investment.
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Etón M300PE AM/FM Shortwave
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When you're crisscrossing the globe, you don't want to have to haul extra weight or worry about power adapters. That's why this lightweight, battery powered radio is the ideal choice for the world traveler. Though this radio is small, it sounds mighty. Includes AM/ FM reception plus access to seven shortwave bands, so you can keep up-to-date wherever your travels take you. The LCD display, clock, and built in alarm mean you'll be on time, no matter what time zone you're in.AM/FM stereo and 7 shortwave bands (49,41,31,25,22,19 and 16 meters.)Analog tuner with classic knob and digital display.Rotary volume control.Digital display shows frequency, time, sleep time and symbols for sleep timer and alarm activation.Clock, sleep timer and alarm function.Inputs for earphones (included).Internal ferrite bar antenna for AM reception.Telescopic antenna for FM and SW reception.Power source: 2 AA batteries (not included).Size: 2.5 in. x 4.5 in. x .75 in. Weight: 4.5 oz.
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Etón M300PE AM/FM Shortwave
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The Etón M300PE AM/FM Shortwave is not available from the stores we monitor. It was last seen February 4, 2010 at Campmor.


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Vocal Recording - Correcting Pitch
When you're having problems in the studio with pitch and don't quite know how correct this problem, it can become very frustrating. Adding to the pressure to perform, the harder you try, the worse your pitch gets. This is almost universal in new singers recording for the first time, but even veteran and professional vocalists can be affected by pitch control issues.
An artist who is a really good live performer can enter the vocal booth and often experience a numbing of body language without even knowing it. The artist ceases to move, ceases to "communicate" with the body, the hands and the face. With the absence of the usual weight of the mic, the artist subconsciously leans forward with the head, causing the chests to cave in a bit. These actions cause issues with breathing, which affects the inhale, breath support and breath control. All these factors contribute to a lighter throat channel, which without fail lead to pitch problems.
What can a singer do to correct this? Here are four tips I've found to be effective for improving pitch control in the vocal booth:
1. Stand with your feet closer in towards the mic. This should cause you to have your head farther back, so you want unknowingly lean forward with your head. This
will also cause your chest to open, stretching the ribcage and diaphragm out, which will enable you to get better breath control. (Try not to lift your chin)
2. Don't cup the headphones because it tends to put a subtle weight on your ribcage which limits your diaphrams control of breath. So move your hands as you usually
would during a live performance.
3. Watch how you use reverb. When using reverb, too much or not enough, and you won't do as well. Use just enough to give you that "live" performance feel.
4. Take one headphone half off one ear. This will give you more of an accurate sense of your pitch. Everyone isn't comfortable doing this, but it certainly helps me.
Keep these tips in mind the next time you step into the booth to record and you will certainly be able to correct some of those frustrating pitch issues.
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Emergency Management
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NFIP Resources
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2017 Emergency Exercise Drill
9-6-2017 Drill Sponsered by Enterprise Products
Aztec, NM – Every year in September, San Juan County Office of Emergency Management in partnership with local law enforcement, emergency services, and industry, work together to create a simulated real world disaster training. Participating agencies and businesses spent most of the year planning the one-day simulation, beginning with a Homeland Security Orientation Seminar, held in January and culminating in a Full Scale Disaster Simulation on September 13, 2017 from 8am to Noon.
This year Enterprise Products stepped up to sponsor the event. Municipal Dr. in Farmington will have restricted access with areas around Farmington City Hall and Reilly Ave. being closed during set up of the simulation, thru the day as the simulation progresses, until the area has been released after Noon.
San Juan County Emergency Management would like to thank everyone for their cooperation and understanding during the disaster simulations. Disaster Simulation training is designed to mimic real world events. Responders will be reacting as if the simulation is a "real event" and to observers, the simulation may seem real.
Please remember that this is just a training simulation.
San Juan County's Exercise Program gives response agencies and industry personnel a chance to practice working together in a simulated emergency/disaster situation. These programs are just one of the many ways San Juan County Office of Emergency Management, local law enforcement and emergency services, and industry are working in partnership to ensure a safer community.
The City of Farmington, Farmington Police Department, San Juan County Office of Emergency Management, and San Juan County Sheriff's Office social media sites will be updated regularly with information prior to and during the simulation.
If you have questions or concerns about this Disaster Simulation Exercise or other preparedness activities, contact San Juan County Office of Emergency Management at 505-334-7700.
2016 Emergency Exercise Drill
1-26-16 2016 Drill Sponsered by ConocoPhillips
9-7-16 2016 Drill Notice
This year ConocoPhillips stepped up to sponsor the event. Residents in the area of the ConocoPhillips yard on Herrera Rd. in Farmington will see and hear response vehicles and equipment taking part in the simulation from 6:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Bloomfield residents in the area of Arizona Ave. will see and hear response vehicles as well as a loud sound from an emergency response device coming from the ConocoPhillips San Juan Gas Plant in Bloomfield from 6:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. In addition, the plant's sirens will be alarming for an extended period as part of the simulated event.
law enforcement, emergency services, and industry, simulate a disaster. Participating agencies and businesses spend most of the year planning the one day event, beginning with the Homeland Security Orientation Seminar, held January 27, 2016 at San Juan College and culminating in the Full Scale Exercise (disaster simulation).
Animas River - Gold King Mine Wastewater Spill Response
Citizens' Advisory Committee & Public Participation Page
8-9-15 RV & Livestock Water Station
8-13-15 Public Information Meetings & Updates
8-6-15 Mine Waste Water Released into Upper Portions of Animas River-Colorado
Aztec, NM – The Aztec RV fill station, located at 201 W. Chaco – next to City Hall and the Aztec Police Station, in Aztec, has been made available for RV and Livestock owners to fill tanks. Please keep your tank to 100 gallons or less. This is a free service and will be available all day.
Aztec, NM – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Secretary Gina McCarthy attended a Combined Agency Emergency Operations Center briefing today. She voiced her support for the San Juan County Area and the EPA's dedication to making sure that those affected by the contamination spill are taken care of.
Aztec, NM - On Wednesday, August 5, 2015 the Gold King Mine, located above Silverton, Colorado, experienced a breach in their contamination dam, triggering a large release of water containing sediments.
Public Meeting Video 8-13-15
8-9-15 Public Information Meetings
8-14-15 Ditch Water Ban Lifted
8-7-15 Animas River Contamination Plume Update & Residential Precautions
Aztec, NM – Federal, State and Local Officials invite residents of San Juan County to attend a public meetings, every evening, Monday 8/10/16 – Friday 8/14/15 at the Farmington Civic Center Auditorium, 200 W. Arrington, at 6:00pm.
(Aztec, NM) – New Mexico Environment Department Secretary Ryan Flynn, Agriculture Secretary Jeff Witte, and State Engineer Tom Blaine today initiated the plan to flush irrigation ditches, in order to reduce the Gold King Mine Spill's potential contamination effects on San Juan County's crops and livestock.
Aztec, NM - On Wednesday, August 5, 2015 the former Gold King Mine, located above Silverton, Colorado experienced the breach in their contamination dam, triggering a large release of water containing unknown contaminants into Cement Creek which is a tributary of the Animas River.
8-7-15 Notice of Press Conference
8-9-15 Updates on Potable Water Stations & Shower Facilities for At Risk Well Users
8-14-15 Domestic Well Water Use Ban Lifted
Aztec, NM – Today, the precaution against using domestic well water from wells in the Animas floodplain (near the Animas River‐‐site of the Gold King Mine Spill) is lifted by the New Mexico Environment Department and the Health Department with concurrence from the Environmental Protection Agency. All other precautions related to the Gold King Mine Spill of August 5, 2015 remain in place.
Aztec, NM – San Juan County Emergency Manager – Don Cooper has called for a press conference at 5:30pm tonight at San Juan County Fire Operations – 209 S Oliver – Aztec, NM
Cabinet Secretary Ryan Flynn and New Mexico State Engineer Tom Blaine will be available at the conference.
Aztec, NM – Residents with at risk wells that need assistance with showers will be able to access the McGee Park Showers from 9am to 5pm, Monday 8/10/15 – Saturday 8/15/15, by picking up a special pass at the Lee Acres Sheriff's Sub Station – 21 RD 5500.
Public Meeting Video 8-14-15
Governor Martinez Video 8-14-15
8-10-15 Public Meetings & Safety Updates
8-7-16 Declaration of Emergency Regarding the Animas River in San Juan County
8-15-15 Animas River Use Ban Lifted
Aztec, NM – An incident information group from the San Juan County CEO's Office along with representatives from the City of Farmington and New Mexico Environment Department Secretary Ryan Flynn, briefed Navajo Nation Speaker, Lorenzo Bates and Tribal Delegates on the Animas River Contamination Event. The team pledged continued assistance and a joint working relationship to mitigate the incident.
(Aztec, NM) – San Juan County Executive Officer, Dr. Kim Carpenter sent a signed declaration lifting the ban on use of the Animas River. "I am very pleased to sign this declaration, having full support from the Governor's Long-Term Impact Review Team, the U.S. Environmental Agency, and Local Officials". The ban will be officially lifted at 8:00pm tonight.
Aztec, NM – San Juan County Executive Officer, Dr. Kim Carpenter has signed a Declaration of Emergency regarding the contamination of the Animas River by the significant spill that occurred at the Gold King Mine North of Silverton, Colorado on Wednesday, August 5th, 2015.
Public Meeting Video 8-10-15
8-7-15 Public Information Meetings
8-11-15 Public Information Meetings & Updates
8-17-15 Update on Well Water Testing & Irrigation Informtion Resources
Aztec, NM – State and Local Officials invite residents of San Juan County to attend a public meeting, Saturday, 8/8/15, at the Farmington Civic Center Exhibit Hall, 200 W. Arrington, at 12:00 noon.
Aztec, NM – EPA Region 6 (New Mexico) Director, Ron Curry provided a toll free number for residents to reach a "live person" in English, Spanish, and Navajo, 1-844-607-9700. Information on claims and forms for claims can be found at www2.epa.gov/goldkingmine .
Aztec, NM – The final San Juan County Public Information Meeting was held tonight, Monday, August 17, 2015. Representatives from the EPA, U.S. Department of Health, NM Environment Department, NM State Engineers, NMSU Extension Agency, NM Fish and Wildlife, the City of Farmington, and San Juan County gave updates on the status of continuing efforts around the Animas River Contamination event.
Public Meeting Video 8-11-15
8-12-15 Public Information Meetings & Updates
8-8-15 Animas River Contamination Updated Information for Residents
Aztec, NM – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency representatives have requested a mobile lab. The lab would allow for faster testing of local wells. Testing continues to be available through Saturday at the East entrance to McGee Park at the Lee Acres Sheriff's Sub Station, 21 RD 5500.
Aztec, NM – A public meeting was held on 8/8/15 at the Farmington Civic Center in which Federal, Navajo Nation, State, and local officials updated community members and stood for questions.
Public Meeting Video 8-14-15
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New Stylish & Green Notecards by ReadyMade
Why not shut down your email for an hour or two and write some notecards to catch up with your correspondence? This is what Mike at ReadyMade suggests while putting the old issues of their bi-monthly magazine to good use. ReadyMade, for people who like to make stuff, have turned their surplus back issues into beautiful funky envelopes they sell in packs of 10, together with 10 cards of recycled paper and white labels for $12. Because of email, snail mail has become even more appreciated but imagine, if on top of writing a real card, someone does it on colourful recycled material- it'd definitely impress me, whatever it said on the card! Find the notecards here and more great ready ideas on ::ReadyMade


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Red Epic Dragon
There's no other way to describe 6K resolution except epic. This aptly named offering from RED is the one that Hollywood heavy hitters like David Fincher and Ridley Scott are using, and with it's impressive 4K output and a dynamic range of over 16 stops, it's easy to see why.
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Here to lighten the load of LDS Leaders, Mom-Preneurs & Kidpreneurs, by providing the time, tools & training needed to succeed with your priorities, projects & passions! I may have some alliterations here too, should you need any of those. ;) How can I cheer you on? Look forward to working on your project together!
Startup School Bus
A kid's first trip into Entrepreneurship! Summer camps resume 2018.
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text: Yes, that's colorful, pretty, pastel fudge, not colorful, pretty, store-bought conversation heart candy. Pretty uncanny how like the candy these look, isn't it? You'll find the trials and tribulations to come up with these beauts, as well as the easy end result how-tos to save YOU the trials and tribulations, HERE at Hungry Happenings.


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Local Life
Fast-paced city life; calm, peaceful countryside; buildings and landmarks steeped in history. Our campus is perfectly positioned to give you all of this on your doorstep. And if you don't fancy venturing further, you've still got access to all of our fantastic facilities on campus.
A thriving city
We're located in Coventry, the base for many of our students living off campus. Modern and cosmopolitan but with a rich history, Coventry is a city of contradictions. Much of the city had to be rebuilt after the Blitz in World War II but areas of the old city remain, so old and new now sit side-byside. This means that you'll find major highstreet shops, restaurants, nightclubs and bars within a five minute walk of medieval monuments such as St Mary's Guildhall, which once served as a prison to Mary Queen of Scots, a theatre for Shakespeare and an inspiration to George Eliot.
The cathedral city was built up around motor manufacture and engineering, and still has strong links with the motor industry. But there's more to Coventry than cars. You only have to set foot in areas such as the revamped Fargo Village, with its vintage clothes and gift shops, American diner, chocolate and macaroon maker, and handmade jewellery boutiques to see that the city is buzzing with new experiences to explore.
In the 2017 QS Best Student Cities ranking, Coventry was ranked joint 39th in the world, and 5th in the UK.
Coventry has a lot to offer that many of us do not exploit. The city boasts great student nightlife; it is a labyrinth of pubs, clubs, fantastic restaurants, shops and societies. Aesthetically, Coventry has a lot of interesting design, with its postwar concrete structures, Medieval and Victorian streets, all steeped in historical culture."
Sharon Kenwrick, Centre for Lifelong Learning student
Warwickshire towns
The elegant 18th century town of Royal Leamington Spa is also home to many Warwick students and is within easy reach of campus by public transport. It's smaller than Coventry but still lively with plenty of bars, cafés and shops to explore. If you're looking for somewhere to really drink in history and heritage, nearby Kenilworth, Warwick and Stratford-upon- Avon certainly fit the bill. From the beautiful thatched cottage where Shakespeare courted his wife-to-be, to Warwick and Kenilworth castles, there's plenty to appeal to your cultural side. Or you could just make the most of the beautiful Warwickshire countryside to get some fresh air and escape the crowds.
Well connected
London is just an hour by direct train from Coventry and Birmingham is a 20-min train journey, so exploring beyond Coventry and Warwickshire is easy.
Some must dos in Coventry
See your favourite band live at the Ricoh Arena, a 40,500-capacity stadium, which hosts world famous artists.
Step back in time at national tourist attraction Warwick Castle, which dates back almost 11 centuries.
Experience breaking the sound barrier at over 760mph in Coventry Transport Museum's Thrust SSC Simulator.
Indulge your inner culture vulture at one of the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum's many award-winning exhibitions adn workshops.
Explore both the new and old bombed out Coventry Cathedral and check out the Blitz Experience Museum.
Enjoy retail therapy at Coventry's major high street stores and Leamington Spa's independent boutiques.
See a show at the Belgrade Theatre which hosts and produces some of the UK's best drama, comedy and musicals.
Watch top sports with Premiership rugby and Coventry City Football Club at the Ricoh Arena and ice-hockey and speedway.


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The Birch Ridge Inn and Restaurant is located in Killington Vermont in the Green Mountains midway between Rutland and Woodstock Vermont. Less than 1 mile from the Killington Ski and Golf Resort, the Birch Ridge Inn provides bed and breakfast lodging that is refined not rustic with 10 individually decorated guest rooms. In addition to lodging, the Birch Ridge inn is accented by an acclaimed restaurant, comfortable lounge, beautiful gardens in the summer, breath taking foliage in the fall, and mountains of snow in the winter. Whether it's a romantic weekend, a relaxing ski or golf vacation, a business meeting, a family reunion, or quiet time in the country, book your next getaway at the Birch Ridge Inn, Killington Vermont. The Birch Ridge Inn combines the best that a Vermont Country Inn can offer, with the architectural flair typically found in alpine lodges in the Western United States or Europe. The inn is located high on a ridge dotted with Silver and White Birch Trees at Butler Road, in Killington Vermont.
Centrally located in the heart of the Green Mountains, 10 miles west of Woodstock Vermont, you can drive to the Birch Ridge Inn from Burlington VT in about 1 hour; 2 hours from Albany, NY or Manchester, NH; 3 hours from Boston, MA, Hartford, CT or Montreal Canada; and 4 1/2 hours from New York City. To enter the grounds at Birch Ridge, you will pass through a slate covered carriage way, reminiscent of an old Vermont covered bridge. Once you travel through the carriage way two massive A Frame buildings, constructed out of Vermont Slate, dominate the grounds. For your dining pleasure, one of the A Frames features a fine dining restaurant. In the second, you will find a comfortable great room, where you can put your feet up in front of a slate fireplace with your favorite beverage in hand. Between the two, you will find a comfortable sitting room suitable for out of the way relaxation.
Once you have arrived, we have the perfect recipe for a relaxing vacation! First, start off with a fresh country breakfast; then choose your favorite activity from a list including golf, hiking, biking, fishing, antiquing, exploring covered bridges, skiing, or just plain relaxing; combine a private location, nestled in the Green Mountains, surrounded by gardens in summer, breath taking foliage in the fall, and mountains of snow in the winter; and finally, garnish with a great dining and fine wines in the evening. The innkeepers, Bill Vines and Mary Furlong, respect the needs of the sophisticated traveler. They have spent many years in industry with corporations including Motorola and Ocean Spray Cranberries traveling the world. Bill and Mary have created a unique place to enjoy and escape the pressures of a busy world.
Since moving to Killington full time in 1997, Bill and Mary have also donated significant time back to the local community. Bill has been active in the Killington Chamber of Commerce, serving as a member of the Chamber's board of directors, as Vice President, and as President. Bill also performs marketing consulting services under the auspices of Birch Ridge Inc. Mary works with the Town of Killington on the Zoning Board of Appeals. Bill and Mary chronicle activities in Killington on their blog, Killingtonblog.com. What ever your schedule may be, let Bill and Mary help you discover Vermont and get the most out of your visit to Killington during a stay at the Birch Ridge Inn.
Experience Gourmet Delights at the Birch Ridge Inn! Rack of Lamb at Birch Ridge At the Birch Ridge Inn, you will find an intimate restaurant for your dining pleasure. Birch Ridge specializes in cuisine that is a fusion of American and Continental styles. The predominate style features roasted, sautéed, and grilled selections with savory sauces. Mediterranean and German/Austrian influences occur, as well as Oriental on occasion. A new menu is prepared weekly, based upon available ingredients from the market. The menu each evening will vary, taking into account the seasons, available ingredients and guest preferences. Dining at the Birch Ridge Inn is a perfect way to round out your Vermont experience. We recommend reservations for dinner at Birch Ridge. You can make your dinner reservation online. Or, you can also call us directly at 800-435-8566 if you prefer. Either way, we ill be happy to accommodate your needs.
The Birch Ridge Inn - The Perfect Venue
Nestled in the Green Mountains of Vermont, the Birch Ridge Inn is the perfect venue for your function. The innkeepers, Mary and Bill, together with the staff of the inn will work with you to plan every element....Making you look great to the people you invite to your event! The inn is the perfect environment to hold:
- Multi-day Business Conferences and Strategy Sessions
- Business Meetings over Dinner
- Family Reunions
- Weddings and Civil Unions from 2 to 75
- Wedding Rehearsal Dinners
- Significant Event (Anniversary, Birthday, Christmas, etc.) Parties
To accommodate functions, Birch Ridge offers:
- 10 individually decorated guest rooms
- A Full Service Restaurant with function seating to 35
- A 1000 Sq. Foot Great Room
- A Garden Function area (Summer) suitable for Tents to accommodate up to 75
Convenient location Walking distance to other restaurants and night clubs in Killington Midway between Rutland and Woodstock Vermont <1 Mile from Killington Base Lodge <1 Mile from Killington Resort Golf Course <3 miles from Green Mountain National Golf Course Easy Access < 1.5 hours driving time from Burlington Vermont 3 hours driving time from Boston 5 hours driving time from New York City Convenient Air Access from Burlington VT, Albany NY, Manchester NH, Hartford CT, Boston MA, Montreal Canada, New York Metro Access via Amtrak from New York City to Rutland Vermont We look forward to working with you to plan your event! Weddings - It's Your Special Day Set in the Green Mountains of Killington, the Birch Ridge Inn is the perfect spot to host family and friends as your wedding day approaches. Birch Ridge can accommodate wedding groups from 2 to 100. Your special day should be in a special place. The Birch Ridge Inn with ten unique guest rooms, provides both luxury and privacy from the normal hustle and bustle of everyday life. Surrounded by gardens in summer, and a blanket of snow in winter, Birch Ridge can provide a relaxing escape for your guests. Each room is distinctly appointed. 6 rooms feature fireplaces. 4 fireplace rooms also have whirlpool tubs for 2. Birch Ridge is fully configured with ramps, a lift, and handicapped facilities to accommodate the physically challenged or those that need special assistance. For rehearsal parties, Sunday brunch, or civil union and wedding receptions, let Birch Ridge host your group. Our gourmet restaurant, which specializes in a fusion of American and Continental cuisine's, is suitable for formal dinner parties of up to 35 people, or informal buffets for 75. A fine wine list, and full service bar are available to provide libations. If you would like an outdoor wedding, our Garden Function area is available in the summer to accommodate groups of up to 75. Let us help you plan your celebration as a special evening, or a gala mountain party. Together, we will welcome your guests to Killington in style for a celebration they will never forget! Meeting and Conferences at the Birch Ridge Inn The innkeepers, Bill Vines and Mary Furlong, understand and respect the needs of the sophisticated traveler. Prior to creating the Birch Ridge Inn, they spent many years in industry with corporations including Motorola and Ocean Spray Cranberries traveling the world, attending meetings, hosting conferences. Bill and Mary believe that, in Birch Ridge, they have created a unique place to enjoy and escape the pressures of a busy world. It is also the perfect place to take your team of people and escape for a few days, to plan for the future, to figure things out, and to develop personal bonds among coworkers to create a strong team. The Birch Ridge Inn with ten unique guest rooms, provides both luxury and privacy to accommodate your group. For your meetings, the facilities of the restaurant, great room, and sitting room are available for your use. Each guest room is designed for the business traveler, with a telephone and wireless internet connections. And, should a team member require it, Birch Ridge is fully configured with ramps, a lift, and handicapped facilities to accommodate the physically challenged or those that need special assistance. It has been said that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. And that is another reason to take your team away to Birch Ridge. Being avid skiers, golfers, and bicycle enthusiasts, Bill and Mary can help you plan your business meeting to get real work done and to take advantage of the beauty of the Green Mountains of central Vermont. With the best skiing in the east 1 mile away at Killington, and 18 championship golf courses within a 40 minute drive, your break out sessions for recreation are assured. Let us help you plan your next business meeting or conference at the Birch Ridge Inn at Killington. And if you are thinking of something more private, let the innkeepers at Birch Ridge help you plan your elopement and your honeymoon.
Experience Vermont from the Birch Ridge Inn!
Vermont is meant to be experienced. It could be the adrenaline rush of hurtling down a mountain trail; the sweet smell of wild flowers strolling through the woods; the stillness of a high country pond broken only by the snap of your fly rod at dawn; that last putt of the season on the 18th green with the autumn leaves behind you..... While at Birch Ridge, let Bill and Mary help you get the most out of your visit to Vermont. What activity would you like to participate in while staying a the Birch Ridge Inn? Play a round of golf? Ski Killington? Hike a mountain trail? Snowboard a half-pipe? Bike a quiet country road? Go cross-country skiing? Tempt gravity on a Mountain Bike? Try your luck fishing? Visit covered bridges? Read a book by the fireplace? What ever you choose, it is part of the experience of Vermont at the Birch Ridge Inn.
Experience the Golf Courses of Vermont from the Birch Ridge Inn! Golf is one of Vermont's best secrets; and the Birch Ridge Inn is a great place to stay to learn about it. Only in Vermont can you enjoy the beauty of the Vermont countryside while facing the challenge of mountain and traditional golf courses. Both Mary and Bill, your innkeepers, are accomplished recreational golfers. Let them help you plan your Vermont golf vacation.
Some of Mary and Bill's favorite golf courses near Birch Ridge include:
Green Mountain National Golf Course: Carved out of the National Forest, this course is a must play for the Vermont golf vacation. With 5 different tee levels on each hole, golfers of all abilities can enjoy this magnificent course. Golf Digest consistently rates Green Mountain as the "Top Public Golf Course in Vermont". Green Mountain National is a short 5 minute drive from the Birch Ridge Inn and is featured in our Golf Packages. Let us reserve your tee time at the National when you make your room reservation at the Birch Ridge.
Killington Golf Course: The original resort course offers a challenging round of golf with very scenic views of Killington. Designed by Geoffrey Cornish, the Killington Golf Course offers one of Vermont's most spectacular tests of golf. The Killington Golf Course is less than 1 mile from the Birch Ridge Inn on Killington Rd.
Rutland Country Club: Mountain vista's, church spires, and a championship design make this an excellent course to sample Vermont golf. Ranked among the best golf courses in Vermont, this is a must play for the avid golfer. Rutland is one of the older layouts in the region. Superior care and attention are reflected in the stately condition of the course. Rutland Country Club is located in Rutland, 16 miles from the Birch Ridge Inn, or about 20 minutes driving time.
Proctor Pittsford Country Club: Founded by Redfield Proctor, son of the founder of the Vermont Marble Company, this is a hidden jewel many would miss. The natural setting and rolling terrain offers just the right mix of hills and level areas to make this an interesting golf challenge. Proctor Pittsford is located on Corn Hill in Pittsford Vermont, approximately 25 minute driving time from the Birch Ridge Inn.
Other Vermont courses that Mary and Bill enjoy playing include Neshobe Golf Club in Brandon , Lake St. Catherine in Poultney, Montague Golf Club in Randolph, and the Woodstock Country Club in Woodstock. All together, there are 17 courses within a one hour drive from the Inn. Plan your Vermont Golf Vacation now with Bill and Mary at the Birch Ridge Inn.
Ski Vermont this Winter from the Birch Ridge Inn! It is no secret, winter in Vermont is as good as it gets! And the Birch Ridge Inn is a great place to stay to experience it. The majestic Green Mountains present skiers and riders with a delightful mix of terrain styles, suitable for all abilities. Both Mary and Bill, your innkeepers, are seasoned intermediate skiers. Let them help you plan your Vermont winter vacation.
Some of Mary and Bill's favorite mountains near Birch Ridge include:
Killington: Go to Switzerland, or Colorado if you want a little mid-mountain cafe, but if you want to ski , come to Killington. With 7 mountains, 71 miles of trails, 22 lifts including 9 quads and 2 Gondola's, the worlds most extensive snow making on top of 250 inches of natural snow, a 3,050 ft (957m) vertical drop...
All the stat's aside, Bill and Mary built Birch Ridge at Killington, versus buying an existing inn at another mountain. The skiing is that good! The Birch Ridge Inn is located 1 mile from the Killington base lodge, on purpose, to allow Bill and Mary time to ski. And with the longest ski season of any ski resort in America, they get to ski a lot.
Pico: Pico Mountain, the sister resort of Killington in the town of Killington, offers the intimacy of classic Vermont skiing with long runs and diverse terrain. It is finished off with a central base lodge complete with a roaring fire in a stone fireplace. Pico offers big-time skiing and snowboarding with a 1,967-foot vertical and 50 trails, seven lifts (including two high-speed quads), a terrain park and 75% snowmaking coverage.
Sugarbush: in the Mad River Valley between Warren and Waitsfield Vermont, Sugarbush is experiencing a renewal. Sugarbush is approximately a 1 hour drive north of the Birch Ridge Inn, along scenic Route 100. Many locals praise "the Bush" as an alternative to Killington. Try it one day during your ski week in Vermont.
Okemo: Mary first learned to ski at Okemo in her teenage years. Like Mary, Okemo has since gracefully matured. With tons of moderate terrain and grooming every where, you won't find many knee-knockers at Okemo. But if you love to cruise, Okemo is an interesting diversion. Located in Ludlow Vermont, Okemo is approximately a 30 minute drive from the Birch Ridge Inn on Route 100 South.
Being a mile from the Killington Base Lodge, most guests of the Birch Ridge Inn will find the Seven Mountains of Killington more terrain than they can possibly cover during a weeks vacation. But for the adventurous, Vermont has many other fine ski resorts that are easy drives from the Birch Ridge Inn. From Jay Peak, Stowe, and Mad River Glen to the north, to Bromley and Mount Snow to the south, the Green Mountains of Vermont offer world class mountains with New England charm.
Take a Hike! Experience Nature in Vermont from the Birch Ridge Inn!
...Was it the deer in the clearing, the fox dashing across the trail, the moose lumbering down the side of the pond, the green hues of the forest, the sun setting over a mountain peak....
The experience of hiking in the Green Mountains of Vermont refreshes the soul. As you walk slowly through the countryside images of nature appear that just are not there from the window of a speeding car.
From the Birch Ridge Inn you can enjoy a wide variety of hiking experiences. You can explore remote waterfalls, hidden brooks, deep forest, and find sweeping views of the Green Mountains. Many excellent day hikes are right outside the front door of the Inn. Some of Mary and Bill's favorites include:
Deers Leap
The Deers Leap Trail is a unique day hike that includes portions of the Long and Appalachian Trials. The trails leads to a spectacular view across the Sherburne Gap from the top of Deer Leap Cliffs. The trail starts at the top of Sherburne Pass on US Route 4, approximately 3 miles from the Birch Ridge Inn.
Killington Peak
The 50 mile trail network at Killington has something for everyone. And the views will leave you breathless. From the peak you can view the Green Mountains, the White Mountains and Presidential Range, and the Adirondacks. And if you only want to walk in one vertical direction (up or down) the trail network is serviced by the Killington K1 Gondola. Killington's trails are less than 1 mile from the Birch Ridge Inn on Killington Road.
Quechee Gorge
This hike features spectacular views of the 155 foot deep Quechee Gorge and the Ottauquechee River. The force of the river has carved the gorge deep into the surrounding bedrock. In middle of June each year, Quechee Gorge is also a good side trip to take while viewing the Quechee Hot Air Balloon Festival. Quechee Gorge if on Route 4 approximately 25 minutes east of the Birch Ridge Inn.
Texas Falls
Impressive waterfalls and geological formations make this trail and enjoyable, easy hike through part of the Green Mountain National Forest. The trail features elaborate stone steps and walls which descend to the falls. In early summer, winter snow melt from the mountains makes the falls roar. But any time of the year the views are enjoyable. Texas Falls is located off Route 100 approximately 25 minutes north of the Birch Ridge Inn.
Bike the Green Mountains of Vermont from the Birch Ridge Inn!
Cycling, both on and off road, is an excellent way to explore the Vermont country side. Whether you are interested in a comfortable bike tour, the heart pumping exercise of a mountain climb, or the adrenaline rush of hurtling down a mountain trail on a mountain bike, the diversity of terrain near the Birch Ridge Inn will suit your style. You can bring your own bike to Birch Ridge, or rent equipment from one of the many area bike shops. No matter what you choose, you are in for a great day of adventure in the Green Mountains.
Bike Touring
Vermont is one of the best places to go bicycle touring. The many winding back country roads, small villages, white picket fences, covered bridges, meandering rivers, brooks, and deep blue lakes create a visual feast for the touring cyclist. From Birch Ridge you have easy access to bike touring through out the region. Whether cycling along Vermont Route 100 past Echo Lake, or riding along the Ottauquechee River, opportunities to explore quaint villages and the quiet country side abound.
One of Mary and Bill's favorite bike tours is an 18 mile tour called the Salt Ash Loop. This tour travels past both the Calvin Coolidge birth place and the Long Trail Ale brewery (guess which one Bill likes to visit?). It is an interesting ride through the Vermont country side.
Mountain Biking
Mountain Bikers have lots to choose from at the Birch Ridge Inn. Off road terrain for mountain biking can be found on many trails within the Green Mountain Forest System. CCC trails and logging roads criss cross the forest near Woodward Reservoir and Echo Lake adjacent to Route 100. There are a multitude of single track and back road riding trails in the Calvin Coolidge State Forest in the nearby Plymouth Historic District. In addition, there are a number of paths and dirt roads which follow the Ottauquechee river through Sherburne, Bridgewater and Woodstock.
And then there is Killington! If you thought skiing down a mountain was fun, try a mountain bike in summer. You will find mountain biking adventures for all skill levels at Killington in the summertime. No matter what type of biking adventure you are looking for, you will find it in Vermont. And all of Vermont is easily in your reach, at the Birch Ridge Inn.
Go Fishing during your stay at the Birch Ridge Inn
The gentle surge of a cold mountain stream in the morning is excuse enough for many people to snap a fly line. But when you combine it with the beauty of the Vermont countryside, you have an opportunity for some memorable experiences. Whether your preference is to find a remote pond accessible only by footpath, wade hip deep into a stream, or search out fish by boat, an assortment of alternatives awaits you in Vermont. All close by to the Birch Ridge Inn.
Vermont provides many opportunities for sport fisherman. The mountain streams and brooks of the Green Mountain National Forest, like the Ottauquechee, are home to brook trout which require cold temperatures and very clean water. The larger rivers, which are warmer, hold brown and rainbow trout. Lakes in the area contain yellow perch, bass, northern pike, bullhead, landlocked salmon and lake trout.
Near the Birch Ridge Inn, Chittenden Reservoir holds salmon, brook, rainbow and brown trout. North Pond, South Pond, Colton Pond, and Beaver Pond are all home to brook trout; and Kent Pond also contains rainbow.
To fish Vermont waters, a fishing license is required for anyone over the age of 15. The license can be purchased at town clerk offices, and many general stores and sporting goods stores throughout the state.
Tour Vermont's Covered Bridges and other Historic Sites from the Birch Ridge Inn!
Vermont's covered bridges symbolize an honored past and stand as proof of that past's enduring relevance. Originally built "a load of hay high and wide", the resulting structures have enchanted visitors, while providing a vital transportation link for local Vermonters. Along major traffic corridors, many bridges have been replaced with modern structures of steel and asphalt. But just off the main traffic routes, the majority of Vermont 's existing covered bridges continue to perform their original function, while carrying traffic even heavier than their designers had anticipated. A fine example is the Taftsville Bridge in Woodstock, built in 1836, shown on the left.
All told, Vermont has some 106 covered bridges (not including the Covered Carriageway found at the Birch Ridge Inn.) Many bridges are clustered in a way that makes them easy to visit during a tour of the Vermont countryside.
While you are out touring Covered Bridges, Mary and Bill also recommend that you include other historic sites in Vermont. Some they recommend include:
Billings Farm and Museum
A premier agricultural museum which sustains the spirit of the late 19th century Vermont agriculture. The farm reveals the richness and sophistication of Vermont farm life as well as its ordinary details. Explore the barns at milking time, the farm life exhibits and award winning 1890 farm house. Located in Woodstock Vermont.
Calvin Coolidge Birth Place
A museum and village dedicated to the 30th President of the United States. The museum is a chronology of the life of Calvin Coolidge and the village depicts life during the era in which he lived. Located in the Plymouth Notch Historic District, Plymouth Vermont.
Vermont Marble Museum
The museum depicts the history of marble quarrying and production of new blocks of marble into finished products. There is a focus on both the wide assortment of uses for Vermont marble as well as the significant impact the industry has had on the state of Vermont. Located in Proctor Vermont.
Wilson Castle
An architectural master piece built in the middle of the 18th century. The facade of the castle is set with English brick and marble and is dominated by nineteen open proscenium arches and shadowed by a towering turret parapet and balcony. The estate is set on 115 acres of land which includes a cattle barn, stables. the carriage house, the gas house and an aviary stocked with Indian peacocks. Located in Proctor Vermont.


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Trust and learning
By Joan Richardson
I have never trusted movie reviews. Or TV critics. Or book reviewers. Or restaurant critics. Maybe because I spent my first career in the newspaper business and knew a lot of these folks, I learned early on that their taste wasn't necessarily my taste.
Worse are the critics and reviewers that I've never even met! Why would I ever trust them?
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Within any given school or district reside the wisdom of dozens and hundreds of smart educators who are learning from their work every day. They want to share what they know. Listen to them. And learn.


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Mr. David Drew (Stroud): As a fellow co-operator, I think that my hon. Friend is making an excellent case. Does he agree that the Curry commission, which will report on food and farming shortly, is likely to recommend that we bolster co-operatives in agriculture to bring us into line with Europe, and that the introduction of the Bill is particularly opportune because it could provide that bolster?
Mr. Thomas: I do agree. Interestingly, the National Farmers Union, which I consulted about the Bill, supports it. It took some delight in giving me the example of the United Pig Marketing co-operative, which I am told is the largest pig marketing co-operative. Its members benefit from savings of 25 per cent. off breeding stock, 15 per cent. off compound feeding stuffs, 30 per cent. off the cost of power supply and, for those Members who are
If the mutual sector is to develop, further sensible protection and reform of the rules will be needed. The Bill does not solve all the problems of the industrial and provident society model, but it does, I hope, provide an opportunity to make significant progress. One of the genuine joys of preparing for the Bill has been to understand and be impressed by the sheer range and diversity of organisationsand the considerable commitment of their memberswhich are rooted in our communities and use the industrial and provident society model.
I have consulted the various parent bodies of industrial and provident societies, and I am grateful for the time and support of the National Housing Federation, the Rugby Football Union, the Co-operative Union, the National Farmers Union, the Village Retail Services Association, the Community Transport Association, the Committee of Registered Clubs, the Women's Institute country markets, the Abbeyfield Society and the Association of British Credit Unions.
Surely the continuing strength of industrial and provident societies is the defining proof, if there is any doubt, that there is such a thing as society. The Bill seeks to strengthen our industrial and provident societies, and I hope that the House will give it a Second Reading.
Chris Grayling (Epsom and Ewell): I congratulate the hon. Member for Harrow, West (Mr. Thomas) on introducing the Bill. It is somewhat ironic, and probably against the expectations of many outside the House, that a Bill on this subject should be promoted by the Member for Harrow, West and immediately supported by the Member for Epsom and Ewell because the traditional image of industrial and provident societies is very different from the reality. The hon. Gentleman has rightly highlighted, by making clear the range of organisations from which he has secured support for the Bill, how diverse those societies are and in how many parts of our society, and indeed how many of our constituencies, they have a presence.
My constituency has industrial and provident society representation, most particularly in the form of the successful and hospitable Epsom Conservative club, which is in a prime location and has assets that could be exploited by a carpetbaggera danger that the hon. Gentleman has rightly pointed out. I pay credit to the Bill because it will protect such societies, as well as other organisations throughout our society, and I encourage the House to give it a Second Reading, subject to caveats and provisos that will need to be dealt with in Committee to ensure that the final legislation is a proper and fit response to the needs of the sector.
The hon. Gentleman introduces his Bill in a turbulent time for mutual organisations which began with changes in the building society sector, which I appreciate is not covered by the Bill. What happened in that sector, and more recently in the mutual sector of the financial services industry, has set a precedent that could now be followed by those looking to exploit the value and assets of mutual and provident societies of all kinds.
That process began with conscious business decisions in the 1980s by organisations such as Abbey National to move from a mutual status to being fully commercial listed companies. They took those decisions for straightforward commercial and strategic reasons. Many organisations have followed suit in the past 10 or 15 years. No legislation should seek to prevent that from happening in future.
At the same time, we saw in that sector the emergence of carpetbagging. Groups of people who had joined the boards of building societies, including Nationwide, Britannia and others, proposed at annual general meetings a ballot of the entire membership on the proposal to sell the society's assets and generate a windfall for members of the public. In some cases, the organisations' members may want to pursue that route, but they must proceed with the utmost caution because nothing comes without a price, and such organisations often secure a short-term payment at the expense of the long-term growth of their financial portfolio. Such decisions must be made in the full knowledge of the implications of the action.
More recently, we have seen different types of organisations, such as clubs, begin to dispose of their assets. The highest profile example was the RAC's decision to sell its assets, generating a substantial windfall for members. The same route has been taken by smaller clubs, such as the St. Stephen's Constitutional club, just up the road from this place. All that highlights the fact that industrial and provident societies and other mutual organisations have assets that can be exploited by those who seek to make a quick return.
The hon. Gentleman mentioned the attack on the Co-operative Wholesale Society by Andrew Regan a few years ago. That was clearly an attempt to extract commercial and financial value. That may be in the interests of members on some occasions, but in that case there was great hostility within the movement, and the proposal was rejected. That underlines the need for societies of the kind covered by the Bill to be given the same level of protection as building societies from anyone who seeks to exploit their assets.
The principle of mutuality epitomised by the societies has been an important part of our business and social life in this country since Victorian times. It began with the friendly societies, which were the first kind of organisation to bring financial services to the poorer areas of the country, and indeed in many areas they still do so. With the loss from some areas, both rural and inner-city, of financial services institutions such as local banks, we are seeing a resurgence of mutuality.
The friendly societies were followed by the building societies, which encouraged home ownership through mutuality, and the co-operative societies, not only the Co-op itself, the visible presence in our high street, but several smaller co-operative organisations that served individual neighbourhoods. In a previous guise, I did quite a bit of local history work in the north-west of England; the role that co-operative societies played in the development of society in Liverpool, Manchester and elsewhere is evident.
As I said, it is not just in areas such as the north-west that those organisations play an important role. In my constituency there are two branches of the Co-op which make a significant social contribution, as well as a business contribution, to the area. One branch is in
Such outlets are particularly important to the elderly. I received a letter from an elderly lady in my constituency who said:
I hope I am not the only person making this request from our area.
You are well aware that Stoneleigh has a large percentage of retired and elderly people among its residents, not all have transport or are able to use public transport easily, the Co-op shop on Stoneleigh Broadway is our only supermarket, we no longer have butchers or general stores to buy edible goods from, the Co-op to most people is a Godsend.
The Co-operative Society does not flourish in the South as it does in the North, but it does such good work monitoring the quality of the food and items it sells."
The branch at Tattenham Corner, at the top of Epsom Downs, is a community centre in its own right. The beat police officer in the area uses it almost as a stopping-off point or a local branch office while on the beat. The shop owners have given tremendous support, both to him and community activities in the area. It is a central point in an area that does not otherwise have shops nearby for the elderly. It therefore makes sense to give those organisations the same protection as building societies, so it is important that the Bill goes into Committee and receives the depth of study that it deserves.
When the Bill was introduced, naturally I thought that it applied to friendly societies and organisations such as the Co-op, but I have been surprised by the breadth of organisations covered by it. They include not just retail societies and wholesale and productive societies but, as the hon. Member for Stroud (Mr. Drew) said, agricultural societies, as well as fishing societies, clubs, general service societies and, importantly, housing societies. There is no doubt that registered social landlords play an increasingly important role in our society. Many of them would be covered by the Bill; my points about giving protection to co-operative societies apply equally to RSLs categorised as industrial and mutual building societies.
In the past decade, there has been a significant transition from predominantly council-owned and controlled housing to much greater control of our social housing stock by RSLs. That is a very positive step indeed, which began under the Conservative Government. In general, RSLs make an important contribution to that housing sector; they upgrade stock effectively and manage it better than most local authorities. On the whole, tenants receive a more responsive service from RSLs. In my constituency, the Rosebery Housing Association does an
More and more local authorities are taking the decision to dispose of stock, and pass council houses into the control of RSLs. Epsom and Ewell borough council in my constituency has done so; Reigate and Banstead borough council is in the process of doing so; Merton borough council, on which I remain a councillor for a few weeks, is looking at transferring its stock into the hands of an RSL. Ironically, in my area, that transition is making a difference; the biggest council housing estates in my constituency, for odd historical reasons, were divided between three different boroughs, which has caused great confusion for the residents and made it harder to maintain the area properly. I hope that, at the end of the process, we shall have a single RSL able to control the whole area, develop it properly and provide a much better service to the people who live there.
I do not want housing societies of the kind encompassed by the Bill, including RSLs, to be vulnerable to carpetbaggers. RSLs have a major asset base; indeed, it is substantial. There are circumstances in which, conceivably, they could be exploited by people wishing to realise some of the value of their asset base. RSLs play an essential social role, which should be protected; if nothing else, the extra protection that the Bill gives them is extremely important. Organisations with a significant asset base that come into the ambit of the Bill are particularly vulnerable, and protection is particularly appropriate for them.
It is easy to target an organisation with significant assets; it is easy to sell them and raise money; often, it is easy to make a case to members of the organisation that they can get a quick windfall from what is being proposed. We should not prevent that from happening, as the hon. Member for Harrow, West rightly said, but it should happen only with overwhelming support from the membership. The hon. Gentleman's selection of 75 per cent., to match the building societies' figure, is right. Everyone will never be brought on board, but 75 per cent. is an overwhelming vote, and can be said to represent the views of a society if it takes the decision to change its status, the nature of its asset base and so on. Reading about the Bill, it is surprising that it has taken four years from the launch of the Treasury's consultation paper for anything to happen. When something did happen, it took a Back Bencher to introduce the measure; I am sure that that is a disappointment for the hon. Gentleman.
I should like to discuss a couple of areas about which the Committee will need to think carefully, if the Bill completes its Second Reading, as I hope it will. I have a problem with the hon. Gentleman's comments about provisions for the future use of assets and, in effect, the ability to set in stone the way in which they will be used. I understand the nature of his concern, but we have to be cautious about constraining future developments by organisations in a society that can change rapidly. I hope that, in Committee, that aspect of the Bill will be given careful consideration to try to ensure that there is a balance; organisations should be allowed to determine their core purpose, but should not be forced it into an environment where, if they need to change in future, they do not have the legal option to do so. The hon. Gentleman, and Members who serve on the Committee with him, need to be extremely careful about that.
In his original speech on the issue to the House 12 months ago, the hon. Gentleman referred to the benefits that some mutual organisations have secured from debt finance. That may be true in some cases, but the hon. Gentleman should not forget that equity finance can often be much cheaper than debt finance and provides a much more solid, long-term foundation for organisations, which is one reason why building societies have chosen to move away from mutuality. That needs to be borne in mind when framing specific provisions for the sector.
In that speech, the hon. Gentleman mentioned regulation and argued that it has sometimes forced organisations away from their core business to the detriment of their customers; he mentioned the water industry in particular. I do not necessarily share his analysis on that issue, but he made an important point about appropriate regulation. Whatever happens in terms of the status, legal rights and provisions that are associated with these organisations, the one caveat should always be that one should not compromise on regulation where it is appropriate. I am not a great regulator. I do not believe in regulation for its own sake, but minimum standards need to be met, especially in financial services, housing and so on. I would not want any change to be made in respect of regulation on organisations that enjoy such status, as opposed to their counterparts that do not. We must be careful to ensure that that does not happen.
As I said, I am impressed by the range of organisations that support the Bill. Clearly, there is a need to address the issue. Clubs, leisure and housing organisations and the traditional organisations in the sectorthe friendly societies and co-operativesall have realisable assets and could be vulnerable to carpetbaggers. I have no doubt that their members should be free to dispose of those assets if they choose to do so. They should also be free to move beyond mutuality and to change their purpose and the nature of their operation in order to meet changing circumstances in society. We should be careful to bear that in mind when we consider the Bill, but at the same time, it is right and proper that these organisations should make such changes only with the support of a substantial majority of their members, and that they should do so with the same sort of safeguards that protect their counterparts in the building society sector.
Given the impressive backing that the hon. Gentleman has secured for the Bill, and as it represents a sensible step for the sector, I am happy to offer to him my support for its Second Reading. I hope that detailed work in Committee will shape a measure that the Government will help on to the statute book and that will deliver significant improvement for the sector.
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Starting Friday, crowds will take a playful and nostalgic trip to the past in Miami Beach for the 37th Annual Art Deco Weekend.
Running through Sunday, the theme of this year's three-day festival highlights the toys, games and vibrant characters of the popular design style of the 20s, 30s and 40s.
Across South Florida, influences of Art Deco are seen everywhere. Buildings adorned with vibrant neon lights, contrasting paint jobs and an emphasis on geometric shapes bring to life the unique visual style. Miami Beach is a center for Art Deco, with large portion of South Beach designated historic.
More than 80 scheduled events include a vintage toy exhibition, vintage car show and various art festivals. A large play area will provide activities for kids.
New to the festival this year is the Antique Experience. Located behind Lummus Park, festival organizers teamed up with Modernism.com and the Miami Beach Antique Show to bring two air-conditioned tents featuring vintage furniture, objects and clothing all for sale.
"We added a whole new component, something that we noticed from our surveys," says Amanda Bush, director of Marketing and Festival Management, "people wanted the authentic art deco antiques back."
A stylized garden and stage with live Jazz music will also round-out the Antique Experience.
Last year's festival drew crowds upwards of 300,000, according to organizers. Bush expects a similar turnout this year.
In keeping with the theme, two interactive games will be held throughout the weekend. Decopoly, a Monopoly-type experience where festival-goers collect stickers to fill a game board, and Catch Me If You Can, where players seek out and photograph eight different people dressed up as Shirley Temple and share the images on social media. Prizes include tickets to the Miami Culinary Tour, dinner at Serefina, Jet Ski Tours and more.
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by Jonathan Edwards
How Christ was capacitated for effecting his purpose.
As the incarnation of Christ was necessary in order to his being in a near capacity for the purchase of redemption; so his resurrection and ascension were requisite in order to the success of his purchase.
1. His resurrection. It was necessary in order to Christ's obtaining the end and effect of his purchase of redemption, that he should rise from the dead – For God the Father had committed the whole affair of redemption to his Son, that he should not only purchase it as priest, but actually bring it about as king; and that he should do this as Godlyman. God the Father would -have nothing to do with fallen man in a way of mercy but by a mediator. But in order that Christ might accomplish the success of his own purchase as God-man, it was necessary that he should rise from the dead. Therefore Christ, after he had finished this purchase by death, rises from the dead, to fulfil the and of his purchase. This matter God the Father had committed unto him, that he might, as Lord of all, manage all to his own purposes:
"For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and of the living." (Romans 14:9.)
Indeed Christ's resurrection (and so his ascension) was part of the success of what Christ did and suffered in his humiliation. For though Christ did not properly purchase redemption for himself, yet he purchased, eternal and life and glory for himself as a reward of what he did and suffered: Philippians 2:8, 9. "He humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Wherefore God also bath highly exalted him." And it may be looked upon as part of the success of Christ's purchase, since he did not rise as a private person, but as the head of the elect church; so that they did, as it were, all rise with him. Christ was justified in his resurrection, i.e. God acquitted and discharged him hereby, as having done and suffered enough for the sins of all the elect: Romans 4:25. "Who was delivered for our offenses, and raised again for our justification." And God put him in possession of eternal life, as the head of the church, as a sure earnest that they should follow. For when Christ rose from the dead, that was the beginning of eternal life in him. His life before his death was a mortal life, a temporal life; but after his resurrection it was an eternal life: Romans 6:9. "Knowing that Christ being raised from the dead, dieth no more; death hath no more dominion over him." Revelation 1:18. "I am he that liveth, and was dead; and behold, I am alive forevermore, Amen." – But he was put in possession of this eternal life, as the head of the body; so that the whole church, as it were, rises in him. And now he who lately so much, is to suffer no more for ever but has entered into eternal glory.
This resurrection of Christ is the most joyful event that ever came to pass; because hereby Christ rested from the great and difficult work of purchasing redemption, and received God's testimony, that it was finished. The death of Christ was the greatest and most wonderful event that ever came to pass; but that has a great deal in it that is sorrowful. But the resurrection of Christ, that sorrow is turned into joy. The Head of the church, in that great .... [rest is missing in Ages version]
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I loved Starship Ttitanic...more of a sierra guy than a lucasarts fanboy.
For me it's got to be the Schafer double....Full Throttle and Grim Fandango were two massive parts of my childhood and it really saddens me that you can't get them these days. A re-release would be amazing, but LucasArts seem to have a problem with offering up good games these days.
Beyond Good and Evil and Dreamfall should probably get mentions too. Outstanding games.
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Speciality Steaks: our chef's guide
Cook to Perfection - 5 golden rules
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1. Prepare the meat
About 20 minutes before you start cooking, remove the defrosted meat from its packaging. Pat dry with kitchen paper and allow the meat to 'bloom' and come to room temperature.
2. Preheat your pan
Make sure your griddle or frying pan is preheated to the highest temperature before you start to cooking. Brush the steak with oil all over, avoiding using too much, and place into the hot pan - it should sizzle.
3. Sear hot and fast
Cook the steak for the recommended time. Cook on one side first, turning just once. Be careful not to overcook these steaks as they will get tough if cooked further than medium-rare.
4. Rest your steaks
Once cooked rest your steak. During resting the steak will develop its full flavour and juicy texture. Place the steak onto a rack, cover loosely with foil and leave to rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
5. Slice and serve!
Finally use a razor-sharp, unserrated knife to cut your steak into thin slices across the grain. To find the grain, identify the natural striations or lines on the surface of the meat, and then cut your slices at right angles to them. Slicing like this will shorten the grain of the meat, lessen its natural 'bite' and create as tender an eating experience as possible.
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Rare (Blue)Press test: Soft
Internal temp 45-47ºC
The meat is bloody
The juices are dark red
Medium RarePress test: Soft yet springy
Internal temp 50-52ºC
The centre of the meat is bloody
The juices are light red
Medium (à point)Press test: Firm yet springy
Internal temp 55-60ºC
The centre of the meat is pink
The juices are pink
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bow and arrow is a good idea,what about a high powered pellet rifle,or a 50 cal. blowgun?
bow and arrow is a good idea,what about a high powered pellet rifle,or a 50 cal. blowgun?
Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave in a well preserved body,but rather to skid in sideways,bruised,battered,and totally worn out,shouting "Holy crap.....what a ride!"
As for primitive... Slingshot!!!... my preference is a pump air rifle... not ideal if you're shootin 'em up in a tree.. actually not really a good idea at all.... but around me, they are jumping all over... I get like 3 or 4 running across my back deck at a time... I'll sneak out the front door, sit in the side yard, take careful aim, and WHAP, headshot.
"Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery?" - Patrick Henry
A quest for knowledge is never complete.
The only easy day was yesterday.
Baton?! Do Sarge, Crash and I look like baton kind of guys? We're routy touty. We use levers and gears and buttons and switches. It's all very mechanically and electrically complicated. Even some smoke and mirrors but I can assure you there are absolutely NO batons! Hmmmpf.
Oh, wait....you said button......uh, never mind.
Some friends of ours have a pet squirrel, named of all things Nutty Buddy. He sits on thier shoulders and eats out of thier hands. They tried to set him free but he would sit in a tree outdise of thier door and jump on them whenever they left the house. True story.
""What the hell you doin' with that lawnmower blade?" "I aim to kill you with it.""
I had a neighbor that did the same thing until the squirrel bit her and she had to take rabies shots. True story.
We have a Grey in the back yard which is safe (as long as he keeps minding his manners). The little diggers though, they just destroy to much stuff.
Have Lights? Thank a Lineman!
"Being prepared is sometimes inconvenient, but not being prepared is always inconvenient." - Fred Choate
I've been hauling the diggers off all summer. All you have to do is set out an unbaited trap and you'll catch them. They are dumber than rocks.
we have several chipmonks , couple of red squirrells, and greys plus momma racoon and momma bear with her triplets that frequent my back porch, along with all my birds, nothing more funny than getting my butt chewed by a squrrell hanging off a feeder as i am trying to fill it, the other night we had to put a 3ft by 4ft pice of paneling in front of the bay window to stop little brown dog from barking all night and what do i see on the window in the morning? muddy bear paws trying to see over it, i think she was asking where the bucket of kfc was, man i love living here
always be prepared-prepare all ways
no need to ban me. If you dont want me here I can leave of my own accord.
sorry if I seem brash, but that pissed me off.
Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing. Helen Keller
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Alright people, I've made Nora aware of the content of this thread, brace yourselves for the wrath.
some fella confronted me the other day and asked "What's your problem?" So I told him, "I don't have a problem I am a problem"
Nora and I are friends. She a bit of an elitist and normally hangs around moderators and administrators. But for some reason she's taken a liking the Trax. She is a full ninja warrior. She is a master of the following martial arts:
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Anytime Dustin comes in from the garden with a fresh eggplant, I know exactly what I want to do with it.
Two words: Eggplant. Parmesan.
Need I say more?
Well, I suppose I should say easy baked eggplant parmesan.
I can't think of Eggplant Parmesan without reminiscing about this little Italian restaurant called La Trattoria my family used to frequent in Ventura, California. Not sure why I loved it so much, but the Eggplant Parmigiana was what I ordered every time.
And we ate there a lot.
It's weird to think of me as a little kid liking eggplant, now that I think about it. And brussel sprouts, too, while we're on that topic. Guess I've always been a weird little foodie.
Surprisingly, I don't cook with eggplant that often, even though I love it.
After making this super easy Eggplant Parmesan, though, I think it's time to change that.
This meal is really tasty. And really easy, too.
If you don't already, I really recommend using freshly grated parmesan cheese and fresh mozzarella for this meal. You won't be disappointed.
In fact, I'm pretty certain you will be super happy.
If you have the time, I totally recommend you use this simple tomato sauce with this easy baked eggplant parmesan. If you haven't tried making your own tomato sauce, I think it's one of the best things that has ever happened to my cooking.
It's like the best thing ever, seriously.
Some people like to sprinkle the raw eggplant slices with kosher salt and let it sit for about an hour prior to cooking. This process is said to release the bitter-tasting juices from the eggplant. Personally, I haven't found it necessary, but feel free to do this step if you'd like. Just lay the slices out on a baking sheet and sprinkle generously with kosher salt. Let sit for approximately one hour and then rinse and pat dry.
Such a delicious vegetarian meal. Yum!
- 1 medium eggplant cut into 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch slices
- 2 cups unseasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 2-4 tbsp olive oil for frying
- 1-2 cups simple tomato sauce
- 2/3 cup grated Parmesan divided
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella thinly sliced
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- In a shallow dish, combine the kosher salt, breadcrumbs, oregano, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp. of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dredge each eggplant slice in the breadcrumb mixture. Shake off any excess breading and transfer 2-5 eggplant slices at a time to the hot pan, depending on size. Try not to overcrowd the slices. Cook until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side. Add more olive oil as needed to keep from sticking. Repeat with the remaining eggplant slices.
- Place browned eggplant on a dish lined with paper towels.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Lay the largest eggplant slice onto the baking sheet. Gently spoon about 2-3 tbsp. tomato sauce over the eggplant until coated. Place sliced mozzarella evenly over the tomato sauce. Sprinkle grated parmesan over the layer. Place the second largest eggplant slice next and repeat steps for the tomato sauce and mozzarella. Sprinkle parmesan over the top layer. Repeat with the remaining eggplant, tomato sauce, parmesan and mozzarella. See pics above for more on this, if needed.
- Bake until just beginning to brown, approximately 15-20 minutes.
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