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Keynote Speech on Anti Coruption Conference 2013
International Student Conference on Anti Corruption and Good Governance
Held by Faculty of Law, UMY, IIU Malaysia and
International for Law and Sharia (IPOLS) FH UMY
24 June 2013
Assalamu'alaikum Wr.Wb,
Honorable Rector, Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, represented by Bapak Toni K.Haryadi as Director of International Cooperation of Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta
Honorable Dean, Faculty of Law, Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Dr. Trisno Raharjo
Honorable Director of International Program for Law and Sharia, Faculty of Law, Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Bapak Yordan Gunawan
Respected speakers in this international conference from Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws International Islamic University Malaysia, ISID Gontor, Ponorogo Jawa Timur, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Universitas Respati Yogyakarta and Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta
Distinguished Guests, ladies and gentlemen,
First of all, I would like to express my gratitude to be here in front of all you. It is indeed a great honor for me to give a key note speech in this international student conference. The theme of the conference today is a very interesting and challenging. Some may say it is a sexy theme to be discussed.
To start this keynote, I would like to quote some data from survey pertaining to the progress of corruption eradication program in Indonesia after the political reform in 1998.
Corruption Perception Index
(Transparency International)
} Indonesia Rank 110 (200) with score 2,8
} The highest rank 9,3 (10): Denmark, Selandia Baru dan Singapore
} The lowest rank: 1,1 =) Somalia, 1,4 =) Myanmar, 1,4 =) Afghanistan
ASEAN Rank
Score 9,3 ==) Singapore
5,5 ==) Brunei Darussalam
4,4 ==) Malaysia
3,5 ==) Thailand
2,8 ==) Indonesia
PERC Corruption Index 2011 in Asia Pacific
The first rank is Cambodia with score 9.27
Indonesia is at the second of the rank with score 9,25.
Philippines rank number 3 with score 8.90
Thailand rank is number 7 with score 7.55
Malaysia rank is number 9 with score 5.70
The lowest rank is Singapore with score 0.37
The Indonesia rank is decreasing, but the score is increasing.
2008 ==) 7,98
◦ 2009 ==) 8,32
◦ 2010 ==) 9,07
◦ 2011 ==) 9,25
Most Corrupt Institution Rank Peringkat
According to survey of Barometer Korupsi Global (BKG)-TI in 2009:
1. Parliament (DPR/DPRD) : 4,4
2. Judiciary (Institusi Peradilan) : 4,1
3. Public officers (Pegawai Publik) : 4,0
4. Political Party (Partai Politik) : 4,0
5. Business Sectors (Sektor Bisnis) : 3,2
6. Media : 2,3
In my opinion, this data is interesting to be analyzed by the speakers of the conference. Data tells us the fact that human beings are threatened by the practice of corruption in everywhere with various modus and strategy. The existence of corruption watch and anti corruption commission might create smarter corruptors. As entitled in one popular movie in Hongkong, "I corrupt all the cops, the corruptors may do everything to survive, even corrupt all legal apparatus, politician, and media. Does it also happen in our country? It can be yes or no!
However, Denny Indrayana, the vice minister of law and human rights, argues in his book, "Indonesia Optimis" that more democratic country is less corruption state. He further argues in his article that even there are bad story of agenda of anti-corruption, there are still good news of that. He points out some reason why Indonesia has to be optimistic in combating corruption.
First, After political reform, Indonesia is more democratic country. More democratic a country is better for anti corruption agenda.
Second, Indonesia is now having better regulation to fight against corruption. Indonesia has anti corruption act, special court for corruption case, Money Laundering Act, Witness Protection Act, Public Information Act and other lower regulation that support the agenda of combating corruption.
Third, Indonesia also has more complete institutions to fight against corruption.
Fourth, freedom of press has also the blessing for agenda of anti corruption movement since the press may control the progress and the process.
Fifth, public participation in agenda of combating corruption is more intensive and massive in controlling the agenda. We may say some of the element of civil society that involved in such activities such Indonesian Corruption Watch (ICW), Pusat Kajian Anti Korupsi UGM (Pukat UGM), Masyarakat Transparansi Indonesia, non governmental organizations, including student movement in many universities. I heard that today, students will launch a declaration of anti corruption. Of course, this is a very good action performed by students.
In a different perspective, Fahri Hamzah, young politician from Justice and Prosperous Party, in his book, " Demokrasi, Transisi dan Korupsi", states that even though Indonesia has anti corruption commission, there are some problems facing this institution. First, giving very huge authority to KPK is also potential to drive KPK being a super body institution which may threaten the right of citizen. Having the super body authority may lead KPK to be dangerous institution in the light of political competition among the political parties or business interest. Commissioners and investigators of KPK are not angels who may not be wrong.
Second, KPK has mislead its function from preventive action to more repressive action. Fahri argues that KPK has to reform and focus more on establishing a good system which prevent the practice of corruption while at the same time it become the trigger mechanism for other law enforcers such police and prosecutors. In fact, KPK seems more active in repressive agenda and therefore it failed to strengthen other institutions to work harder in combating corruption.
Distinguished guests, ladies and gentleman,
In this key note speech I would like to point out some relevant issues and questions that need to be discussed regarding the theme of the conference. First, it is worthy noted that corruption is an everlasting topic to be discussed. The question is why the issue of corruption and good governance seems to be a never ending topic to be discussed? Second, what make a country failed in combating corruption? Third, how does the country formulate a clear step and strong action in eradicating corruption?
Distinguished guest, Ladies and gentleman,
Allow me to go further to elaborate the questions above. Nicholas Tarling, in his introduction of book " Corruption and Good Governance in Asia, stated that governance and corruption in Asia have been the subject of much recent writing, both before and after the crisis of 1997. Many papers were presented in many countries to seek a precise formula to fight against corruption. We do hope that the papers of the conference will also freshen and broaden discussion of the problems.
The conference has to seek and analyze what make a country failed in combating corruption. It is expected that the conference is able to highlight a clear map of problems in particular countries which is vary in approach, and have theoretical coherence. A clear map, of course, will determine the way outs.
The conference is also expected to give contribution to policy-making. Any action has to do to tackle corruption with more effective ways. It is indeed relevant also to evaluate the effectiveness of anti-corruption commission in combating corruption.
In addition, one of important agenda after the conference is that what can we do together to fight against corruption. What we have to do to reform our bureaucracy and government. Corruption cannot be eradicated only by having conference or discussion. Good governance could not be achieved only by giving statement. We need to do more actions together to combat corruption in order to save our nation.
Distinguished guest, Ladies and Gentleman,
To end my key note, allow me to express my appreciation to the Committee of the conference who prepared the conference with their best effort to perform best services to all participants. I do hope that this conference would give a meaningful contribution for our better society. Have a nice conference!
Wassalamu'alaikum Wr. Wb
Yogyakarta, 24 June 2013
Iwan Satriawan, SH., MCL
Lecturer of Faculty of Law, UMY
Ph.D Candidate at International Islamic University Malaysia.


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Humility, Prayer, and Gratitude
12th Sunday of Luke 1-20-2013
By Fr Ted Toppses
Let us Review this morning's Gospel from Luke 17:12-19
At that time, as Jesus entered a village, He was met by ten lepers, who stood at a distance and lifted up their voices and said: "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us." When He saw them He said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." And as they went they were cleansed. Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; and he fell on his face at Jesus's feet, giving Him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. Then said Jesus: "Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine? Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?" And He said to him: "Rise and go your way; your faith has made you well."
Imagine if you were an outcast in society and that you had contracted a contagious disease which makes people run from you in fear of contracting the disease you have. This is the situation of the Samaritan who had Leprosy. He was an outcast in Jewish society because of his religion, and with Leprosy people ran from him and did not want to ever go near.
In the Gospel the ten lepers stood at a distance lifting up their voices because they knew that as lepers they were not allowed to get close to anyone. What did they cry? "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.". Jesus' response to them was to "Go and show yourselves to the Priests."
In Judaic law we see instructions for the diagnosis of Leprosy, specifically in Leviticus 13 in the Old Testament. It writes: And the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron, saying: "When a man has on the skin of his body a swelling, a scab, or a bright spot, and it becomes on the skin of his body like a leprous sore, then he shall be brought to Aaron the priest or to one of his sons the priests. The priest shall examine the sore on the skin of the body….
When someone with these ailments wanted to re-enter society, they would go to the priests so the priests would determine if they were ill or not, if they were found ill with leprosy they would be shunned or separated from normal society. Jesus asked them to go to the priests knowing they would be healed on the way and declared well.
The ten lepers were healed, and when the one of the ten realized he was healed, his reaction was to run back and fall at Jesus' feet in gratitude.
There is a profound formula for spiritual life that is given to us in today's Gospel. The formula that is given to us by this Gospel is number one humility, number two prayer, and number three gratitude. Humility is demonstrated in today's Gospel for the lepers stood far away daring not to approach. Prayer is demonstrated in today's Gospel for they cried out lifting up their voices for God's Mercy, for Jesus to heal them. Gratitude and humility are both demonstrated in today's Gospel by the healed man who prostrated himself on the ground in front of Jesus' feet and gave him thanks.
Humility is needed in all prayer and spiritual activities, without it we are powerless against the traps of the devil in this life.
St Anthony the Great once said, 'I saw the devil's snares set all over the earth, and I groaned and said, "What can pass through them?" I heard a voice saying, "Humility".'
PENGUIN GROUP (UK) (2003-03-27). The Desert Fathers: Sayings of the Early Christian Monks (Penguin Classics) (p. 148). Penguin UK. Kindle Edition.
The prayer of the ten lepers was "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.", this is not unlike the prayer we all must strive to say without ceasing "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God Have Mercy on me a sinner." We must reach to God at all times.
Gratitude is giving thanks. We must feel a sense of gratitude to God who gives us all blessings, and we must thank the Lord every day in prayer.
I will now read a prayer of thanksgiving by St. Basil the Great
We bless Thee, O most high God and Lord of mercy,
Who art ever doing numberless great and inscrutable things for us––glorious and wonderful;
Who grants to us sleep for rest from our infirmities, and repose from the burdens of much toiling flesh.
We thank Thee that Thou hast not destroyed us with our sins, but hast loved us forever; and though we are sunk in despair, Thou hast raised us up to glorify thy power.
Therefore, we implore Thine incomparable goodness:
enlighten the eyes of our understanding and raise up our mind from the heavy sleep of indolence; open our mouth and fill it with Thy praise, that we may be able––without distraction––to sing and confess Thee,
Who are God glorified in all and by all, the eternal Father, with Thine Only-begotten Son, and thine All-Holy and good and life-giving Spirit, now and ever, and unto ages of ages.


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Let's see who I can dump these cats on
I just spoke with a woman who told me that a cat that she was feeding gave birth two months ago and had two kittens. She wanted the kittens taken away because she says they are running into the office premises and are defecating there. She said that if they could be trained she would let them stay.
She of course wanted us to take the cats in. She kept asking why we could not. I in turn kept repeating that we are not a shelter. She asked if I wanted to let the cats die? I asked her if she would consider sterilising the mother cat. She said it was very difficult. I told her we could loan her a cat trap but she didn't sound very convinced. I told her our work was mainly to prevent cats from being born so that this sort of thing didn't happen in the first place.
She then said she had a problem and what could she do. I suggested setting up a cat litter tray outside and making sure the cats don't go in. I suggested perhaps putting up the Scarecrow or the Cat Stop to keep them out. I suggested also fostering them till they get adopted. All of them were rejected.
She then asked if I could bring the cats to XXXX Road. I asked what was there. She said she knew someone there had a lot of cats and loved cats so she wanted me to help her bring the kittens there and dump them. After all, she reasoned, they love cats - they must want some more! I explained that this would cause problems with the neighbours.
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Collaboration with the brilliant Dr. Martina Feyzrakhmanova!
From a useful superstition with medical benefits to a deeply spiritual practice, mindfulness has seen a variety of labels. Together with Nguyên Giác, we put together a list of common misplaced attitudes towards mindfulness, so that you don't sabotage your practice.
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Down Yonder - Michael Bean with Kitchen Sink @ Cantab 11/1/11
Here's a fun old-time tune with twin fiddles and dobro. My dobro solo is early in, just after the opening fiddle head - very little waiting! This was the opening tune of the opening set at the Cantab Lounge in Cambridge, MA, 11/1/11. These are the kind of bouncy tunes that I love to play over!
Michael Bean - Cody Girl
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Here's a piece that I put together a while back, but just finally made it public. It's dedicated to the memory of my border collie Cody, the best dog I ever met. It follows my regular theme of dog-inspired tunes. On this tune I played my Steve Pierce reso, mando, banjo, guitar, & bass. Thanks for listening.
FBounds - St. Annes Reel
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I messed around with some recording over the weekend and decided to risk posting this arrangement. After all the really great stuff others have posted here I am a little hesitant but here it is. I played around with an arrangement of St. Annes Reel. There are plenty of flaws here (timing, bar rattle, etc). This tune definitely stretched me to get it on Reso. I have played it for years on mandolin. The playing is not perfect but maybe you'll find the arrangement a little interesting.
Hope you like it (or some of it...).
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A Tribute to Ray Alden . Playing a classic oldtime tune with an urban bluegrass band
Alan Kaufman - fiddle, Howie Tarnower - mando, Lauck Benson - banjo, Michael Bean- dobro, Mike Kenney - bass.
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How to forgive someone who has hurt you
Forgiving others is essential for spiritual growth. Your experience of someone who has hurt you, while painful, is nothing more than a thought or feeling you carry around.
These feelings of resentment, anger, and hatred represent slow, debilitating energies that will dis-empower you if you continue to let them occupy space in your head. If you could release them, you would know more peace.
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Ok, so, Terry said that he would be back for us to storm his house for some gaming. Now whether that means Kevin is going to run or not, I do not know. We will have to wait for him to respond on whether he is going to be available or not. But, if he doesn't, we can always play board games or maybe Terry has something for us to play. If we do end up playing board games, I would suggest not bringing the game that we have been playing the past few weeks. I like the game, but Terry has stated that he will not play it for reasons he stated two Saturdays ago when we played it at his house. I suggest a new game that may have come out, maybe someone can get the full set of the Firefly game (as I remember, we all liked playing that game) or something newer. I backed a Kickstarter board game that will be shipped sometime in April.
So, whatever we do, who can be there?
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Hey Guy,
I'm taking some vacation time this month so I'll be out of town this Sat and probably next. I'll be back the 25th and hopefully ready to finish up the module. Have fun and see you in a couple of weeks
I'm taking some vacation time this month so I'll be out of town this Sat and probably next. I'll be back the 25th and hopefully ready to finish up the module. Have fun and see you in a couple of weeks
Ok, looks like it will be board games this week. I don't think Terry will have enough time to get something together for whatever game he wants to run, but I don't know, stranger things have happened like them calling for at least 3 inches of snow last night and the temp, which they reported, never got to 32 degrees or below for snow to accumulate.
I've been ill with a severe cold or the flu since Wednesday and I still feel lousy. Unless I feel a lot better tomorrow, I won't be able to make it.
I won't start cooking until I see who shows up. The plan was for beef and asparagus, possibly rice and raw veggies. Hopefully someone remembers to call Curtis, maybe he's ready to continue his Only War game. I might be able to get ready to continue my DnD game, but the next scene was supposed to include a duel between Matt's character and the ice-wielding mercenary (with everyone else redirected to separate battles to stop enemy reinforcements).Post a Comment
Hope you feel better soon Matt.
Hope you feel better soon Matt.
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Megan sees her daughter Emma everywhere. She's the little girl standing in the supermarket, the child waiting for the swings at the playground, the girl with ice cream dripping down her face. But it's never Emma.
Because Emma's been missing for two years.
Unable to handle the constant heartache of all the false sightings, Megan's husband threatens to walk away unless Megan can agree to accept Emma is gone. Megan's life and marriage is crumbling all around her and she realizes she may have to do the thing she dreads most: move on.
When Megan takes a photo of a little girl with an elderly couple at the town fair, she believes it to be her missing daughter. Unable to let go, she sets in motion a sequence of events that could destroy both families' lives.
Author of the new heart wrenching story "Finding Emma", Steena is a woman who believes that 'in the end, all things succumb…to the passions of your heart'. Steena's life revolves around her family, friends and fiction. Add some chocolate into the mix and she's living the good life. She took those passions and made them a dream come true by pouring her heart into each of her stories.
Proceeds from each book will be donated to The Missing Children's Society of Canada – an organization dedicated to reuniting families. Visit www.mcsc.ca for more information.
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I can't imagine how any parent can deal with having a child missing from their family circle. Not knowing where they are or if they are being mistreated must be the absolute hardest thing in the world.
This heart-wrenching story of little Emma who was taken from her family and disappears without a trace, is one that I won't soon forget. Seeing things from the perspective of Emma's mother Megan was an open and transparent look at how devastating something like this would be to the entire family.
Megan's friends and family think she is so totally obsessed with finding little Emma, almost to the point of abandoning the needs of her children and her husband. She refuses to go for counseling and adamantly refuses any medication that would supposedly help her deal with the loss of Emma.
The other side of the story is just about as heart-wrenching as the story of Emma's biological family. It is hard to say more without giving away spoilers, but I couldn't help but feel compassionate and understanding towards the persons responsible.
So many stories of child abduction end in heartbreak and pain, and while this is a painful story ... it also offers hope and healing for hurting families.
I highly recommend this book, and will be purchasing several copies for friends, in support of a very worthy cause ... The Missing Children's Society of Canada.
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Lots and Land - West Milford Twp., NJ
Your home will be perched above the street with gorgeous mountain views. This is the Highland's best, located a short drive from all NYC has to offer! Prime, scenic building lot on quiet cul-de-sac. 3 lots available on a secluded street with only 8 possible lots, of which 3 up-scale homes are already built. Located on the Ringwood border of West Milford, minutes from Skyline Drive and Rt 287. Recreational opportunities abound. Hemlocks, Beech, Mountain Laurel, Maples and Birches surround you with natural beauty. R-4 zone permits horses. Conservation Area restriction on part, but plenty of land to build your dream home. This is within the Highlands Area, but single family homes are permitted. Willing to bundle the lots for group purchase/assess. Bring your engineer and your architect! You will love it!
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Types of Autism
Autism spectrum disorders is an umbrella term for several disorders
There has been some controversy in recent years regarding the classification of autistic spectrum disorders.
In America, 'Asperger's' is no longer a separate classification, a decision made to simplify the classifications but also because of recognition that symptoms of autistic disorders are often not clearly defined across the spectrum. The UK still uses the separate classifications, but as the International Classification of Diseases used in the UK is often led by America's DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) we may expect to see changes at some stage.
Main classifications within autism spectrum
Classic autism – this can be one of the most severe types of autism. Symptoms include:
- Problems talking and conversing
- Sometimes very little speech or speaking with wooden tone
- Repetitive body motions such as flapping, rocking and tapping
- Unable to make eye contact
- Routines and repetitive tasks are often very comforting
- Preference for solitude or focus on inanimate objects
Asperger's – often people with Asperger's have milder symptoms and normal or above normal intelligence. Commonly people with Asperger's did not have language delays as a child but may have struggled with co-ordinator and fine motor skills.
The triad of impairments are very commonly experienced by those with Asperger's and particular Asperger's symptoms may include:
- Difficulties with social norms such as personal space
- Seeming isolated and disinterested with others
- Finding change upsetting
- Finding it hard to control anger
- Obsessive and profound interest is certain topics or objects
- Not picking up on social clues
You can read more about Hans Asperger here.
Pervasive developmental disorder – not otherwise specified – people with PDD (NOS) often experience more severe symptoms than those with Asperger's but less so than those with classic autism. The term PDD (NOS) is often used for those people who have some but not all of the symptoms of autism or Asperger's, for instance difficulties with social communication and interaction but no obsessive interests.
Video: What is Asperger's?
High functioning autism vs Asperger's
High functioning autism and Asperger's are very closely linked, in fact some argue they are one and the same thing and the terms can confusingly be used interchangeably. It was often thought that the difference between the two was based on language development but even that is often debated. As more research is carried out into autistic spectrum disorders, classifications will hopefully become less debatable and less confusing for those with the condition.
Seeking an autism diagnosis
A diagnosis of autism can really make a difference to someone, suddenly they have a way of defining the difficulties they have experienced throughout their life. Whilst there is no cure for autism, there are some useful therapies that can teach effective coping mechanisms and behaviours. As many with autism also struggle with other mental health conditions, an assessment with a psychiatrist who has experience of working with those with autism can be really important.
If you would like to talk to someone today about a private autism assessment, please call 0203 326 9160 to talk to one of our qualified triage team or use the contact us form to request a call back.
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September 20, 2002 - Update
Thanks for your prayers. I am growing weaker every few days. Obviously, I need a healing soon. Keep praying, especially the Mass.
In Jesus,
August 30, 2002 - Update
After receiving a second opinion, my cancer seems to be inoperable and untreatable from a medical point of view. I am still using herbal and nutritional means of dealing with cancer. This is my only option from a natural point of view. However, in my prayers, I believe the Lord will heal me and give me a miracle through your prayers. Thank God for his mercy and healing.
In Jesus,
NEW: In addition to the spiritual bouquet, we have now started a vigilant prayer circle for Fr. Al where we are asking people to pray for a set 15-minute time period each day.
June 19, 2002 - Update
I have been feeling good, except for being tired. Thank you for your prayers. Keep praying. My liver cancer seems to have been in remission around the beginning of Easter, but tests show that sometime after that the liver cancer began to spread.
My surgeon has said that my cancer is inoperable; but I am seeking a second opinion. My surgeon, an oncologist, and another doctor agree that chemotherapy cannot cure me. My surgeon also tells me that freezing, burning or radiating the cancerous cells in my liver will not work for me. I have been put on a liquid diet for about two weeks to take pressure off of my liver and hopefully to stop the spread of the cancer.
The liver is the largest organ of the body, and it can regenerate itself. Therefore, there is a good chance I will recover from this illness by the grace of God and your prayers. Thanks for your continued prayers at this important time.
In Jesus,
NOTE: To date we have had over
600 people sign the spiritual bouquet.
Thank you so much for your prayers!
March 1, 2002 - Letter from Fr. Al Lauer
Thank you for your love, prayers, and kindness during my hospitalization and recuperation. By the grace of God and your prayers, my surgeon removed both a benign tumor and a cancerous one blocking my colon. The surgeon believes I am free of cancer in the colon. However, I have a few cancerous cells in the liver. At this point, it cannot be known whether I am being healed as these cells decrease or whether my condition will worsen as these cells increase. Therefore, Archbishop Pilarcyk and my doctor have ordered me to significantly cut back my work for the next few months so that I will have the best nutrition, exercise, and rest.
As I take further natural treatments and have a CAT scan, it is very important for you to pray for me frequently, even daily. I pray for my healing in the following way: A "Glory Be" followed by the prayer
In Jesus,
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|Manatee County Government Administrative Center Commission Chambers, First Floor 9:00 a.m. - October 10, 2017
Agenda Item #16
Impact Fee Credit Authorization for Taylor Morrison of Florida, Inc./Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch - Construction of Rangeland Parkway CA-15-05(T)
Contact and/or Presenter Information
Elaine Barker
Action Requested
Authorization for Chairman to execute Credit Authorization CA-15-05(T) for Final Authorization of Road Impact Fee Credit in the amount of $387,049.00 for eligible road construction cost on Rangeland Parkway.
Enabling/Regulating Authority
Manatee County Comprehensive Plan
Manatee County Land Development Code
Background Discussion
Chapter 11, Section 1106, of the Manatee County Land Development Code provides for authorization by the Board of County Commissioners for Impact Fee Credits for contributions, payments, construction, or dedications made to Manatee County against applicable components of the impact fees.
As part of the development of the Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch in southeastern Manatee County, Taylor Morrison of Florida, Inc., was required to construct the eastern extension of Rangeland Parkway. The required improvements have been completed and verified by Public Works staff. The creditable cost of said improvements has been determined by staff to be $387,049.00.
Note that the stipulated improvements were made in Impact Fee Road Benefit District "SE."
County Attorney Review
Not Reviewed (Utilizes exact document or procedure approved within the last 18 months)
Explanation of Other
Reviewing Attorney
Instructions to Board Records
Please return executed documents to Elaine Barker, Impact Fee Administration, 3rd Floor
Cost and Funds Source Account Number and Name
Amount and Frequency of Recurring Costs
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Sarah Hyland - Golden Globe Awards 2014
Sarah Hyland arrives at the 2014 Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Sunday (January 12) in Beverly Hills, Calif.
"#GoldenGlobes in the morning!! Better get some beauty rest ;)" the 24-year-old Modern Family actress tweeted last night.
PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Sarah Hyland
Sarah is wearing a gorgeous Georges Hobeika gown with Rupert Sanderson shoes and jewelry by Lorraine Schwartz.
Make sure to watch the 2014 Golden Globes, hosted by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, airing TONIGHT at 8PM ET/PT on NBC!
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The Graduate Certificate in Professional Meteorology and Climatology is designed for students wanting to attain greater knowledge and competence in advanced atmospheric science. The primary objective is to better prepare students for employment in fields requiring knowledge in professional meteorology and climatology beyond that is typically offered at the undergraduate level from other geography departments or related disciplines. The Department of Geography offers graduate courses in professional meteorology and climatology that adhere to specific requirements mandated by the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Service (Federal Civil Service GS1340) for qualifications as a professional meteorologist.
Courses You Will Take
For the Graduate Certificate in Professional Meteorology and Climatology, students select 15 hours (usually 5 classes) from the following list of classes:
Students should consult the department for course availability and the graduate school catalog for course prerequisites and restrictions.
Take the Next Step
You need to apply to and meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School to be accepted into the graduate certificate program. In addition, students should send a statement of interest letter to the Graduate Program Director of the Department of Geography detailing your academic and intellectual biography and purpose in seeking a graduate certificate. Unlike the Master's degree program, the certificate program does not have any additional admission requirements.
Because you will be taking courses with Ball State students who are pursuing their master's degrees, our certificate programs are an excellent opportunity to decide if you are ready for a graduate degree. All graduate courses in the certificate programs can be applied to the Master of Science in Geography or may be used as electives (upon departmental approval) for other graduate degree programs.


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JO BRAND was persuaded by agent Malcolm Hardee to begin a career in stand-up comedy, where she acquired the stage name "The Sea Monster". She was part of the British alternative comedy movement, working in London alternative comedy clubs, and appearing initially on the Saturday Live television show.
In 2003, Jo was listed in The Observer as one of the 50 funniest acts in British comedy.
Her current project is a BBC Four sitcom, Getting On, which she stars in and co-writes along with the other two main cast members. It is a gritty and realistic satire on the current state of the NHS, set in an old person's ward.
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