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Notes from a Japan aid worker
Editor's note: The following notes are from Mitsuko Sobata, World Vision Japan communications and advocacy officer, on the ground with World Vision relief and assessment teams.
March 17, 2011
Today, our relief items arrived with two trucks with diapers, blankets, water and wet wipes. We are expecting three more trucks to arrive tomorrow. I was deeply encouraged that 30 volunteers, who are students and teachers from the local junior high here, helped to unload the items into a warehouse in Tome and then, later onto our vehicle as well as the local authority's vehicles.
A survivor displaced from his home because of the tsunami recounts his experience. (WV/2011)
We will start distribution tomorrow in Minami Sanriku, where 9,600 people have been displaced in 40 shelters. It is one of the towns hit most severely by the tsunami. Authorities have a well-organized way of distribution, listing the needs of the people and a schedule for NGOs. Ours is slotted for tomorrow. Dave Toycen, president of World Vision Canada, will be joining us alongside World Vision Japan's National Director.
The highlight for me today was when I sat down and spoke with the Mr. Sato, town mayor of Minami Sanriku, and Mr. Endo, the vice town mayor. It was hard for me to even watch them tell their stories as I could see tears formed in their eyes and the very sight of that broke my heart.
"The tsunami came when I was having a meeting. This area is disaster prone and was hit by an earthquake 50 years ago, so we all had preparedness training but this is beyond any of our expectations. I lost many of my young staff to the tsunami. At this very moment, I'm just barely managing in this hellish situation, " Mr. Endo told me.
Mr. Sato, 62 years old, told me with a downcasted tone, "We really appreciate for your support because what we can do at this moment is rely on other people's support. This is a small town. People will tend to forget our situation here after one or two months but situations like this takes a LONG time to recover, maybe years. I hope you will continue to support us and please... do not forget us."
His words were heart-wrenching to my soul.
World Vision Japan is now arranging to respond to the needs of Minamisanriku survivors. We hope that we can send candles, flashlights, small radios, wet tissues, and toilet papers as early as possible.
March 16, 2011
I was at Minami Sanriku, a town severely hit by the tsunami next to Tome. Everything was washed away and I cannot even begin to describe my feelings. I am overwhelmed by what I saw.
Relief workers in Minami Sanriku, one of the most severely hit towns by the tsunami, search for survivors. (WV/2011)
Here, I met with a 60-year old man who told his story of loss to me. In his town of 20,000 in population, the tsunami left half of the population dead, with more than 8,000 people displaced. "The tsunami came 25minutes after the earthquake but here, we are all used to earthquakes and tsunamis and we received trainings on what to do when something like that happens. So I ran to the evacuation place but this time, the waves were much higher than usual. I had to run further up into the hills and I remember vividly that 30 others were running with me," said the man.
He continued, "The night was cold and only 2 houses remained unwashed by the tsunami, we put up two nights there. There was no electricity, it was dark. We started a small fire and I used snow water to boil rice. It was just a small amount but 30 of us shared that meal together. There were some children too."
I find it hard to believe it happened to the old man when I listened to him sharing his story. He told me he lost six relatives that night. It is unimaginable what he has gone through.
I don't think we have enough to eat or rest in times like these but surprisingly, I am not tired. I believe The Lord is guiding us and kept us going from all the prayers from my colleagues, family and friends.
Tomorrow local time, Mitsuko and her team depart to Tome early morning for a relief distribution to benefit 6,000 people.
March 15, 2011
Yesterday morning, we awoke early after reaching Sendai late the evening before. We started in Sendai city, which looked like it usually does. Then, only 20 minutes away, everything changed. We go to where the tsunami had hit and the difference was so shocking – trees were down, cars were covered in mud and thrown around from where they had originally been. We saw so many that had been washed right into town by the tsunami.
Mitsuko Sobata, World Vision Japan communications and advocacy officer, near Sendai, Japan. (WV/2011)
We tried to reach Arahama, one of the worst-hit areas, where more than 300 people are thought to have died, but the road was completely cut off. It was so shocking realizing that we weren't in the worst part, and yet it was still so devastated. We'd seen the pictures before we left Tokyo, of course, but standing there, the scale of the disaster really hit me. To think; so many communities washed away, so many thousands of people, from right where we were standing. It was so much to take in. And the worst thing was that it was so quiet. Too quiet.
Part of the process of World Vision being able to reach people is seeking permission from the local authorities, under whom we will co-ordinate. When we went to the building to get this permission yesterday, there were so many people, all looking so tired, sleeping there on a piece of cardboard, with nothing in their possessions but the clothes they were wearing. On the walls, there was note after note from people who've lost families. One mother was on the phone, so distressed, as she tried to find her children, but she couldn't get through to anyone. It just reminded me why it's so important that we do everything we can to help people.
Through it all, I have been so encouraged by the strength of people. They are pulling together, staying calm, helping each other, sharing what they have. They are all shocked, but at the same time they are working together. It makes me so proud to be Japanese and to see the people of Japan come together. This is the biggest disaster our country has faced, and we have such a big challenge ahead of us but it is a time for us to be united as a nation.
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Cook activated, will start Game 4
Morales moves to 'pen; Buchholz left off World Series roster
By Thomas Harding / MLB.com
Manager Clint Hurdle announced the decision Tuesday at Fenway Park, where the Rockies worked out in preparation for Game 1, to be played on Wednesday night. Gaining Cook's services means rookie left-hander Franklin Morales will move to the bullpen and right-hander Taylor Buchholz will not be on the World Series roster. Buchholz was on the roster but not used the previous two playoff series.
Hurdle earlier announced his first two starters -- left-hander Jeff Francis in Wednesday night's Game 1 against Red Sox ace Josh Beckett and rookie right-hander Ubaldo Jimenez in Thursday's Game 2 against Curt Schilling. Hurdle also announced Tuesday that right-hander Josh Fogg will start Game 3 on Saturday at Coors Field. The Sox have not solidified their starters for the two games in Denver.
Cook, the Rockies' Opening Day starter, thought he was ready for the National League Championship Series after pitching in instructional ball in Tucson, Ariz., earlier this month, but the Rockies didn't feel he was sharp enough for a game.
"I'd been hurt and I wanted to be part of it, but the fact was they made a decision that they thought was best for the team," Cook said.
Hurdle said informing Cook he would not participate in the NLCS was his toughest conversation since taking over as the Rockies' manager during the 2002 season.
"It ended much better," Hurdle said of Tuesday's talk with Cook. "The opportunity to tell him, 'You're going to get the ball in Game 4,' was very special."
A simulated game and an intrasquad game after Cook was left off the NLCS roster helped the Rockies decide that Cook was ready. Cook went 8-7 with a 4.12 ERA in 25 regular-season starts, including a 3-1 mark with a 2.41 ERA in six starts after the All-Star break.
"It'll be like coming into the season at the beginning of the year where you have a couple of Spring Training games under your belt," Cook said. "My Spring Training games just happened to be rehab starts in the instructional league and a simulated game. I've got to be able to put those things aside and just go out and perform." Morales, who along with Jimenez was called up late in the year after injuries to Cook, Jason Hirsh and Rodrigo Lopez, showed an electric fastball while going 3-2 with a 3.43 ERA in eight regular-season starts. Morales started two postseason games, giving up three runs in three innings in Game 2 of the NL Division Series against the Phillies and one run in four innings against the Diamondbacks in Game 4 of the NLCS, before being removed both times when Hurdle felt he needed offense.
Cook, a second-round Rockies pick in 1997, has been an important figure in the Rockies' building program.
Cook appeared ready to become a force in 2005, but blood clots in both lungs flared and threatened his life during an Aug. 7, 2004 start. He had two surgeries, one to remove the top rib on the right side, and returned in late 2005 to go 7-2 with a 3.67 ERA.
Cook labored with low run support and a midseason slump last season, and finished 9-15 with a 4.23 ERA. He earned the Opening Day start this year, but struggled out of the gate before regaining his form at midseason.
After going on the disabled list in August, Cook was on schedule to return late in the regular season. But he reinjured the oblique during the first inning of a rehab start for Triple-A Colorado Springs at Tacoma on Sept. 1.
"At that point, it got a little low because I thought that might be the end of the season," he said. "But I kept working, hoping we'd make the playoffs."
The Rockies did, and they marched on to the World Series on the strength of a 7-0 record in postseason play thus far. And now, after gaining center fielder Willy Taveras for the NLCS round, the Rockies have added one of their front-line starters.
"I think we were able to handle it professionally and strategically," Hurdle said. "We all know the sentiments that go along with Aaron Cook and the value that he's brought to the organization, and time spent and all those things that have added value.
"But at the end of the day, No. 1, his health is no longer an issue for me. His pitches [during recent activity], he's shown what he's shown in the past."
Cook said facing the Rockies' regular lineup in an intrasquad game on Saturday put him where he needed to be.
Game 4 will mark Cook's second start of the season against the Red Sox. Cook pitched well on June 12 at Fenway Park, going 7 1/3 innings and giving up two runs and four hits, but the Rockies fell to the Sox and Tim Wakefield, 2-1.
Thomas Harding is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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A very exciting finish. Cabrera looked tough, but Scott's putting was worthy of a Green Jacket.
A long wand winner! Adam Scott is deserving - Great to see the finish wasn't a collapse of one player, but a truly hard-fought battle and great victory. Good to see his true grit and character shine through. Cabrera is a very classy gentleman and emblematic of all that is good in golf!
Great drama! Watching el pato vs. Scott was awesome! Of course I was cheering for Scott since he is also Titleist and i wanted him to shake the Open monkey off...
Great to see Adam overcome some lackluster putting to hole some big putts!
I bet golfchick is thrilled her beau broke through too! Haha
That was won of the best playoffs and finishes I've ever seen. Adam drains that ridiculous putt after lipping out all day, THEN Angel stuffs it in there like that, unreal. The best part was Adam won it, Angel didn't give it to him. Nobody collapsed. What a great Masters.
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Adam Scott is such a solid player tee to green w/ a great swing. Really nice to see him get some putts to fall
Have been waiting for this since The Players '04. Congrats Adam!


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Pistorius hopes to secure bail on fourth day of hearing
22 Feb 2013 10:06 | Sapa-AFP
Olympian and Paralympian sprinter Pistorius arrived shortly after 10am for his bail hearing – which was extended – at the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on Friday.
Photographers went into a frenzy as they snapped quick pictures of him in the brief moments before magistrate Desmond Nair started proceedings.
Wearing a dark suit and tie, he looked down, looking composed and attentive.
Prosecutors accused the star sprinter of premeditated murder over the Valentine's Day killing of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, at his upscale home.
Pistorius denied the charge, saying he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident after mistaking her for a burglar.
On Friday, the prosecution is expected to wrap up its closing arguments and Nair will then have to decide whether to make a decision on bail or delay his finding until after the weekend.
The prosecution has seen its evidence repeatedly picked apart during the week's proceedings, giving what observers say is a good chance for Pistorius to be released on bail as he awaits trial for the killing.
In a stunning development on Thursday, South Africa's Police Commissioner Riah Phiyega unceremoniously ditched the lead detective on the case, Hilton Botha, after he bumbled through testimony since it emerged that he himself was facing seven attempted murder charges for having opened fire on a minibus in 2011. He was replaced by top detective Lieutenant General Vineshkumar Moonoo.
The charges were brought to light a day after Pistorius's defence team went after him in the witness box.
Botha's replacement
Lawyers following the case say the state has failed to present a strong enough case to keep Pistorius behind bars.
"He'll get bail because of the state's weak presentation of its case," attorney William Tintinger told Agence France-Presse. "The state can't prove that the killing was premeditated."
Another attorney agreed, adding: "That's what everyone's been thinking who I've talked to."
Defence lawyer Barry Roux had earlier cast doubt on key prosecution witness evidence suggesting the couple, who had been dating since late last year, had a bust-up before the shooting.
Prosecutors repeatedly backtracked on allegations made from the Botha's time on the stand.
Botha claimed on the stand that police found testosterone and needles in a dresser in Pistorius's bedroom. They later said the substance was unknown after the defence said it was a herbal substance.
Botha himself was forced to admit that Pistorius's claims were "consistent" with the crime scene.
On Thursday he said of the investigation: "I'm sure it could have been handled better."
Steenkamp was found by medics in the early hours of Thursday last week at Pistorius's luxury Pretoria home covered in bloodied towels, with bullet wounds to her head, elbow and hip. She died at the scene.
In a statement read out in court earlier this week Pistorius said that he had fired at the door of the bathroom as he was "filled with horrible fear" that someone had sneaked in through an open window in the dead of night.
The 26-year-old athlete has previously said he kept a gun in his bedroom because of fears of violent home invasion.
Pre-trial detention
Pistorius, who has been in police custody for over a week, could face months or perhaps years in pre-trial detention if he does not win bail.
"There will be a level of shock in this country if he is not released," his lawyer Roux claimed on Thursday to murmurs of agreement from Pistorius family members sitting in the gallery.
But prosecutor Gerrie Nel on Thursday pointed out gaps in Pistorius's own account of the shooting.
"He fired four shots, not one. He meant to kill. On his own version, he's bound to be convicted," said Nel.
Under South African law someone who kills without immediate threat can be charged with murder or culpable homicide.
Pistorius also could not explain how he ran past his bed twice without realising Steenkamp wasn't there.
"You want to protect her but you don't look at her?" Nel asked sarcastically, as the athlete huddled sobbing quietly.
Sorry figure
Pistorius has often cut a sorry figure sitting alone in the dock, having lost weight and showing several grey hairs.
Pistorius became the first double amputee to compete against able-bodied athletes at the Olympic Games in London last year, inspiring scores around the world.
Since the shooting the runner has lost out on endorsement contracts with Nike, sunglasses maker Oakley and French cosmetics firm Clarins.
Off the track he has had a rocky private life with stories of rash behaviour, beautiful women, guns and fast cars.
He has built up a powerful team of lawyers, medical specialists and public relations experts for his defence. – AFP
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Read the full story here Web Link posted Wednesday, January 30, 2013, 9:51 AM
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'Positive psychology' to be offered at Gunn
Original post made on Jan 30, 2013
Read the full story here Web Link posted Wednesday, January 30, 2013, 9:51 AM
Comments (16)
a resident of Gunn High School
on Jan 30, 2013 at 10:38 am
I would like to express my gratitude to teachers who have passionately worked on these new courses, and will be introducing these to our students. In my opinion, motivated students + motivated teachers + dynamic, relevant content, make the best formula for education. Thank you!
a resident of South of Midtown
on Jan 30, 2013 at 11:31 am
To "member of Gunn High School community":
Well said.
a resident of Palo Alto High School
on Jan 30, 2013 at 11:37 am
Looks like Gunn beats Paly once again. The staff at Paly needs to get a clue.
Short of moving, I do not know what to do.
a resident of Palo Alto High School
on Jan 30, 2013 at 11:45 am
@Paly member: Seriously?! Paly is superior to Gunn in all ways, even down to their football teams where Paly historically beats Gunn. They are even taking a two-year break from playing each other because it's no contest each year. I have never heard of anyone who lives in the Paly area transfering to Gunn. It's usually an issue of Gunn students wanting to attend Paly. Should be easy if you want to change to Gunn. But I suppose complaining is easier.
a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood
on Jan 30, 2013 at 11:56 am
"Paly is superior to Gunn in all ways".
Now, THAT is pretty funny.
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It certainly appears that Paly is superior to Gunn in the quality of dope that some parents are smoking.
a resident of Palo Alto High School
on Jan 30, 2013 at 12:03 pm
@Former Gunn Parent: If you are looking at solely academic testing, yes, Gunn is ranked higher. And per your link, Gunn's #17 California ranking vs. Paly's #29 ranking is hardly a lead. But I'll allow you to think you've got it better.
a resident of Downtown North
on Jan 30, 2013 at 12:09 pm
I can't believe these comments are from adults! Let's not bicker, guys. Let's be proud of both of our excellent high schools in Palo Alto. I applaud both schools for instituting the new courses and giving our students more relevant choices.
As a Paly parent I am happy to hear about the new comedy course, which my son is interested in taking. Thank you Ms. Fillpu for suggesting it!
a resident of Ventura
on Jan 30, 2013 at 12:12 pm
Come on, play fair! Gunn and Paly communities. Let's set the standard here for some awesome behavior and role modeling. Let's look for ways to bridge the "perception" gap here. Cognitive dissonance at play. Both schools are amazing and have their individual charm. But they are stronger united. When Paly and Gunn students partner in city wide projects, transformation happens. Let's work for and toward a Palo Alto centric culture, not so much Gunn v Paly and Paly v Gunn. Once a Titan always a Titan... once a Viking always a Viking - that's a given... but seriously the hero is the one that brings people together to serve a common, larger cause.
a resident of Gunn High School
on Jan 30, 2013 at 12:41 pm
I hope that the quote from Melissa Baten Caswell was taken out of context but if not, I do not appreciate the underlying tone of disdain for parents. Many of us do recognize the enormous efforts and great passion of the fine teachers in this community and are grateful for them. Please let's stop bashing parents, especially school board members!
"I don't think most students, or certainly parents, have any idea of the passion that goes into the creation of these classes," board member Melissa Baten Caswell said following the teacher presentations.
a resident of Barron Park
on Jan 30, 2013 at 12:51 pm
I LOATH (many) Palo Alto parents...OMG you people. Have fun with each other.
a resident of Charleston Meadows
on Jan 30, 2013 at 4:16 pm
@Misha are you only now becoming aware of how condescending Caswell is? Where have you been my dear?
a resident of Embarcadero Oaks/Leland
on Jan 30, 2013 at 4:42 pm
I actually find Melissa Caswell to be thoughtful and not condescending at all. Is it wrong for a school board member to express her appreciation for the hard work of the Palo Alto teachers?
What is of a bigger concern to me is that our middle and high school (particularly the high schools) are allowed to have such a big difference in the courses they offer.
Gunn Electives:
Advanced Journalism African-American History Astronomy
Cold War
Digital Electronics (PLTW) Programming Concepts (Comp Sci 1) AP Computer Science
AP Economics Micro
AP Economics Macro
Engineering Technology Environmental Science
Ethnic Studies
Far East History II
Intro to Engineering Design (PLTW) Law 1
Principles of Engineering (PLTW) Programming Using JAVA (Comp Sci 2) Journalism
AP Psychology
Psychology II
US Foreign Policy H
Paly's Electives:
Advanced Journalism
(including Magazine Journalism)
AVID Senior Seminar
Beginning Journalism
Broadcast Journalism
AP Computer Science A
Creative Writing
Economics ll
AP Macroeconomics
Engineering Technology Environmental Science
Ethnic Studies ll
Foundations of Science
Integrated Science
Introduction to Gender Studies Introduction to Kinesiology & Reh Java
AP Psychology
Psychology II
Science Research Project (H) Sociology II
US Foreign Policy Honors
Web Journalism
a resident of another community
on Jan 30, 2013 at 6:41 pm
No wonder there is so much stress in PA schools. Parents....back off, stop bickering, support your schools efforts to help the kids. They are under SO much pressure.
a resident of Duveneck/St. Francis
on Jan 30, 2013 at 8:14 pm
I think it is great Paly added an additional English class but did it have to come at the expense of one of the few honors English classes? Paly seniors have a choice of the low lane of English or AP English - no more Honors English for seniors! This is very disappointing for all those seniors who were looking forward to a more accelerated class for their senior year.
a resident of Adobe-Meadow
on Jan 30, 2013 at 10:30 pm
Its not the schools fault.
There is just a lot of mental illness in this community. The parents tend to be clever and driven and crazy. Goes together. So are the kids, clever, drive (by the parents) and crazy. And its the lack of internal drive and external parental pressure that does it.
a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood
on Jan 30, 2013 at 10:42 pm
> "I don't think most students, or certainly parents, have any idea
> of the passion that goes into the creation of these classes,"
> board member Melissa Baten Caswell said following the teacher
> presentations.
This seems like a pretty condescending comment, from Melissa Baten Caswell. What evidence does she have to back up her statement? Was she actually with each of the teachers who conceived, and cobbled together, the concept plans?
If not--maybe Ms. Batten-Caswell is being just a little too hyperbolic for our common good. It's unlikely that any of these teachers did not use materials from outside the school system's resources to come up with the course ware. And further more--sitting down and designing a course is far more work, than it is "passion".
Did the District post the course proposals on-line, so that the public can get a look at the teachers' suggestions? If not, maybe Ms. Batten -Casswell could be a little more of an advocate for the public than a cheer leader for the teachers.
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Dodge Durango Lease Questions
Hello cobrakaidojo. Ally's July base lease rate and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Dodge Durango Crew AWD with 10,000 miles per year are 0.6% and 46%, respectively.
The numbers for an otherwise identical 39-month lease are 0.6% and 44%.
When negotiating your deal on this truck, make sure to take advantage of the $3,750 cash incentive that is currently available on leases of it.
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Can someone let me know if this is a good deal:
2013 Durango R/T
Only has two options: Customer Preferred Package 24S and 730N Uconnect
36 months / 10k miles
$1,000 due at signing
$398 + tax / month
I am not sure what they are using for a Cap Cost, Residual, or Money Factor.
Any help would be appreciated.
Any help with this? Should I hold out to see if I can get a better deal?
Hi xdawg12. Do you happen to know this truck's selling price? That number would make it much easier to evaluate this deal.
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joe_r3 Posts: 1Hello Car_man,
Do you have the base lease rate and residual value for a 36-month of a 2013 Dodge Durango Crew RWD with 15,000 miles per year and 12,000 miles per year?
Also, are there any Nov/Dec incentives on leasing this vehicle?
Thanks for any help you can provide
I'm wondering if this is a good deal I have a lease now with 3 payments left adding up to $1500 I lived in Westchester NY. I'm putting down only $500 on a 2013 Durango R/T loaded with everything DVD player Nav leather etc... The deal is $489 a month tax included 39 months 10000 miles a yr I don't have a selling price but its around $41000 is this a good deal? Thanks
jhl1963 Posts: 17Will, sounds like a good deal - I'm also in Westchester mind sharing the dealership?
Does anybody know the current residual/mf for '13 durangos?
The wife wants a third row
Not all jhl it's central ave Jeep,Chrysler, Dodge...
jromano224 Posts: 2Folks-
I signed paperwork on a 2013 Durango Crew AWD Hemi Leather Low end Nav Moonroof and Convenience Package...$399 a month no money out of pocket...first month payment to start 36 month lease.
Sticker is approx $42,500...Lease thru Ally.
Located in Central NJ....any thoughts
Thank you in advance
sillysealey Posts: 1Could you tell me the selling price and dealer? I am also in central jersey
needacar92 Posts: 1Any information out there on MF and residuals for a 2013 Durango Crew AWD? 36 month lease with 15K miles per year. Also, I see there is a $1500 rebate for leases in Ohio but I was also wondering if there is any dealer cash or factory to dealer incentives that I should know about before negotiating.
Sure needacar92. Ally's current base lease rate and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2013 Dodge Durango Crew AWD with 15,000 miles per year are 1.34% and 52% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier.
You're already aware of the $1,500 cash incentive on leases. There's some back-end volume-based dealer cash on all Dodge models that should enable you to get one at close to or perhaps slightly under and then have the $1,500 taken off.
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nnocu Posts: 2Car_man,
Would you please provide residual % and money factor for 2013 Durango SXT AWD for 36 months and 10k miles / year? Thanks in advance.
junjgu Posts: 3I am trying to use dealer advised price to calculate the selling price.
My local dealer (Connecticut) advertise:
Monthly = $279
Car = Durango Crew V8 RWD, Nav, Leather, Sun roof, 10K / year 36 months
Invoice = $39500 (estimate)
Down = $3000 (we all want 0 down so I need to derive the missing numbers)
Drive off = $4400 ( down + fee + DMV + 1st month) so the fee is about $750
Rebate: $5000 ( $2000 factory + $2000 V8 power bonus cash + $1000 returning or competitor lessee)
Fill the missing numbers:
Using MF = 0.00056 (1.34% from previous post)
Residual: = 54% ( 52% + 2% estimate from previous post of 15K / year)
Dealer fee = $750
Derived number using above figures:
The selling price – all rebates ($5000) = $34000
This is about $5500 under invoice ($39500). I think this is number to shoot for.
Add the down ($3000) and fee ($750) to cap cost.
The 0 down, no fee except DMV Monthly payment is: $385.
Price the AWD configuration: Crew V8 AWD, Nav, Leather, Sun roof, 10K / year
MSRP $42920 invoice $ 40467, the 0 down pre tax payment should be around $380 / month
12K /year (53% residual) around $395.
You can add $30 for every $1000, on rebate you don't qualify. ($1000 returning or competitor lessee)
Sure look good, If the numbers are correct. $2000 V8 power bonus cash makes V8 cheaper than V6, gas aside.
Sure nnocu. Ally's March base lease rate and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2013 Dodge Durango SXT AWD with 10,000 miles per year are 3.77% and 58%.
Chrysler is currently providing a $1,500 cash incentive on leases of this truck through Ally.
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djhalptert Posts: 115What is the 36 month 10,000 mile lease of a 2013 Durango Citadel AWD and Crew AWD lease rate and residual?
Any incentives for Zip code 68516, THANK YOU!!!
Does anyone have the may info for money factors and residuals for a durango awd crew i got a quote today of
msrp 42570
mf: 0.00037
residual: 39%
rebates 350
trade in appraised value 11k
payoff of trade in: 8k
monthly new payment : 413
seems a bit high for putting the equity of trade in. thanks in advance for the help
Hi bm21081. The money factor looks good, but oddly the residual value looks really low. I say that this is strange because dealers can sometimes alter vehicles's money factors, but they cannot change the residual value. How long is this lease?
The rebate that you were quoted is low as well. There's at least $1,500 on leases of this truck, more than that in certain areas.
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Thanks for the response. I went back today after going to two other dealers. Final deal is 439 a month 0 down except first payment and DMV fees max of 600. And getting all my trade back in a refund. And negotiated an extra grand back in the trade so total back to me is 3400 after first months. Payment. Also found the grad student rebate which isn't applied yet. So that will be an extra savings.
steevo Posts: 383How many months and mileage??
39 months 12 k miles a year.
alg824 Posts: 1Hi carman. I'm looking at leasing a 2013 Durango Crew RWD. Are there any incentives on this car this month? I was given a quote at $459 including taxes for 39 mo with no down. MSRP at this dealership in Miami, FL was $40k as opposed to $36-38k at other dealers for same exact car. What is this car leasing for in this area?
kywon Posts: 28Car-Man (or anyone else that knows):
What is the June (or July) money factor and residual for 24 and 36 month lease for a 2013 Dodge Durango Citadel AWD with 15,000 miles/yr? And what incentives apply to this vehicle/model?
Thank you!
Hi alg824. Chrysler is currently providing a $1,500 cash incentive on leases of the 2013 Dodge Durango. There's some additional bonus cash on top of that in certain regions, but none in the Southeast...which Florida is in.
You can look up the pricing for the exact Durango that you want over in the New Vehicle Pricing section of Edmunds.com. If I was in the market for one right now, I personally would shoot for a selling price of a couple hundred dollars over invoice minus the available cash incentives.
If you give me this truck's MSRP and invoice price, I'd be happy to use Chrysler's current lease program to work up a sample payment on it for you.
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Hello kywon. Chrysler Capital's June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24-month lease of a 2013 Durango Citadel AWD with 15,000 miles per year are .00087 and 59% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier.
The numbers for an otherwise identical 36-month lease are .00060 and 48%.
Chrysler is providing a $1,500 national cash incentive on leases of this truck right now plus some additional bonus cash in certain regions.
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charger5 Posts: 1Test drove a Durango crew AWD today loved. MSRP is 40200 dealer had a tag hanging in window that said 35900? If I was to go in and discuss lease pricing with them can I assume I would get the car for that price? Also , I have a 2008 GMC Acadia that is paid off to trade in , is it better to look at each transaction separately (trading in and negotiating the net capitalized cost) ? Thanks.
mad_hun Posts: 1I've always down my transactions separately. The way I look at it, if you're doing a trade-in, you're taking a hit, because the dealer has to make money on that transaction too. Remove the dealer from the equation.
snow26 Posts: 24Hi Carman.
Can you tell me the 36mo/12,000 miles lease terms for august? MF and residual. what about 15,000 miles same term?
I am in New York. What kinds of disount should I be expecting on a Citidel, MSRP $46,000. Thanks.
stompman76 Posts: 7I just leased a Durango R/T on Tuesday, 9/3/13, with an MSRP of $45,110. Lease is for 36 mos and 15k per year. Money factor is .0001 and residual is 50%. Lease payment including tax (7%) is $465.99 with zero down.
blue_bay Posts: 9Dear Car_Man,
Can you tell me September lease residual and money factor for the Dodge Durango Crew AWD V6 plus Nav, Power Sun roof, Tow Package, 20' wheel and Crew Convenient Package with MSRP $43,720? The lease term is 39 months and 12k miles per year.
Thank you very much!
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21 September 2012
Anaheim, USA, September 20, 2012 – The events of the FIVB Congress in Anaheim, USA saw impressive African Volleyball Confederation "CAVB" records in terms of the progressive development and improvements following the great support from the FIVB since the last Congress in Rome 2010.
Africa had a valuable representation of 48 NFs in the congress among a total of 205 in the house which remain as a record of attendance at the prestigious World event.
"The big support from FIVB helped Africa to implement the ambitious Development Strategy since 2010," CAVB President Dr Amr Elwani said.
"Among the numerous records happened in Africa in the last two years, was the participation of 43 NFs in the real Continental activity during the past two years featuring a minimum of 50% increase in the number of countries than the past years. It was mainly due to the Continental Cup which is considered one of the main engines of development as it allowed many to countries to regularly participate in the activities," He added."
Forty two indoor competitions were organized throughout 2011 and 2012 including 4 club champs, 10 Nations champs, 6 African qualifications to FIVB events, 16 zonal tournaments and 6 regional.
Beach volleyball featured more records in terms of the participation of 40 countries in the Continental Cup throughout its rounds. Five clinics were held ahead of the competitions attended by 41 countries.
African refereeing showed a great jump forwards that was indicated by increasing the number of international referees from 77 in 2010 to 181 in 2012 making over 235 % of improvements.
"The great jump comes from the 23 courses organized along the continental regions in the last two years at the national, Zonal and Continental levels showing 269 participants," Said CAVB Referee Commission President Hassan Ahmed.
"The inclusion of 12 female referees was also valuable, turning on from zero before 2010. Nine African countries were having their first ever international referees during those years." He added.
At the development level a record number of 60 courses were organized at all levels with attendance of 1645 Participants from 39 countries and conducted by 29 FIVB and CAVB Instructors over 2700 hours of practical and theoretical sessions.
For the equipment support, 50 countries were supplied with 13.420 Balls, 280 Nets and Antennas, 376 Beach VB Court-lines, Laptops with Data Volley Programs software to 45 NFs and office equipment to 37 NFs.


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Discussion in 'Other Equipment' started by supersimonlu, Aug 10, 2012.
Is HEAD ATP more common, or Wilson 1? or DUNLOP? or Babolat?
Which is the best? Just your opinions.
Finishing up a case of Penn ATP now, bu will move on to Wilson US Open.
The Wilson US Opens and the Babolat All Court are my favorites to use.
I am on my last case and a half of USA-made Pro Penn's. I doubt I will be paying a premium for Chinese-made Pro Penn going forward.
The green, round, fuzzy kind. Kidding. Like Dunlop most but also use whatever is on sale.
Anyone remember the 1970's WCT gold tennis ball? Not even sure who made them. I used to love those b/c there is no way you could get them mixed up with all the green ones on the other courts.
Dunlop Fort Allcourt at the moment. 3 tins of 4 balls for £10.
They seem pretty good.
Penn Extra Duty, always consistent
US Open regular duty are pretty nice on clay. I'm not as big a fan of their extra duty balls but they are OK too.
Penn coach. 1.75 a tube. and lasts just as long as. hardly any fuzz to them so they fly through the air. play on a fast surface and they just skid lol
Everyone around here chooses DunlopHDHardCourtXFelts if they have a choice.
Lasts 4 sets. The heaviest, knappiest, slowest moving, ball around, but you can hit full out and actually maintain a rally.
Wilsons are good for one hit rallys, and last 7 games.
Penns last double that, and you can hit two shots per rally.
Dunlops, most rallys can last 5 shots, everyone going for winners (and playing well).
Wilson US Open.
Because these are used at all the local tournaments here where I live, so it makes sense to practice with the same.
My favorite ball by far is the Wilson US Open!!!
US Open extra duty here as well. Also got some Head that were 3x4 ball tins for like £8.
What's the difference between HEAD ATP & Wilson US OPEN? I think HEAD ATP bounces higher, and sounds better. Or, it's just my feeling?
I use Penn ATP. They retain their bounce a little longer than the US Open's
Penn ATP Regular on Har tru, and the Heavy Duty when I play on the duracourt 2. They don't get real fuzzy or fluffed up, and they are not as hard as the Wilson US open balls.
Wilson US Open. Only thing available locally at a reasonable price. Babolat Gold can be bought off an outlet store about 50 miles away for the same price..
I buy balls by the case for my basket cause I coach for a living. Babolat Gold balls didn't last for crap, the Babolat Team balls were very good however. Yonex Tour balls lasted a fair bit as well.
The best playability so far has been the HEAD ATP balls, but will see how long they last me as I've only had them a short while so I'd have to report back at a later date.
My own.
Dunlop or Wilson, if I have a choice. It doesn't matter much to me though. The best real answer I have is...fresh ones.
Wilson US Open for playing.
Tretorn Micro X (yellow/white so people do not steal them) for drilling or getting drilled - they are pressureless and last forever.
can you link me to the exact product please?
couldn't be sure..
ive used head radical - very durable, good for flat hitting, not much spin.
wilson US open - very nice carnt comment on durability used it 1 really liked them, Heavy balls
slazenger hi vis - very nice, alot of spin, power but durability not good especially outside fluffs up very quick, but keeps it bounce but not spin when used. very light ball
Slazenger hydroguard - good, average nothing bad/worth talking.
slazenger extra life - really liked this kept its fluff outside for a bit, kept its bounce, really liked this
slazenger open ball - couldnt tell the difference between this and hydrguard
slazenger tournemant ball - so far best ball ive used, only bought 1 can should have go more, very fast ball with, lots of spin, light ball, not as light as hi vis
going to try some PENN championship balls next
I really like the Gamma Pro Tour balls lately. Seemed a bit odd and heavy when I first opened up a tube, but after rallying a bit I started to enjoy them. Usually play with Penn. And Wilson US Open are really good.
Dunlop Fort Clay Court. On hardcourt.
Nothing better. 5 sets at Open level, still in fantastic hitting condition, all still bounce even.....and 4 in-a-can.
Dunlop Grand Prix -- for matches. Everything else -- for practicing.
Do you find the U.S. made Penns are much better quality than the Chinese-made Penn?
I guess Penn has stopped manufacturing in the U.S. since I couldn't find it on Google.
Wilson US Open Extra Duty
The best price/performance ration here in Sweden
Uhhhh,seems so many guys are using Wilson US Open, i will try. Can anyone tell me the difference between WIlson US Open and HEAD ATP?
Pro-Penn Marathon or Penn ATP. Both are great
Where did you get them from? Europe?
Slazenger Wimbledon balls, Penn ATP
I've played with both and IMO they are the one of the best tennis ball I've used. Pretty close in durability, perhaps the US Open is a little better in that area.
I've found that the Slazenger Wimbledon Balls are the hardest feeling and higher bouncing ball I've ever played with. Monstrous bounce on clay and hard court, didn't like them. Never tried them on grass.
Wilson US Open Extra Duty are just a bit to heavy for me. I've been using Penn ATP Extra Duty which play very well, but I love Babolat Roland Garros and Tecnifibre X-one. The only trouble with these are Tecnifibre is hard to find and the Roland Garros balls do not last very long.
wilson is slightly better durability, wilson has more felt(more spin and slower through the air and off the court than the head atp. I use to use the head but switched to the wilson for the extra durability. I actually like the babolat balls the best, but there expensive and more of a pain for me to get.
I use tennis balls
i usually use Penn balls but i've used official US open balls before. those were awesome. it was at some charity
I am still running through my back stock of USA Penn Pro. I got a great cash deal on several cases. Teaching pro friends (who used to use USA Pro Penn) have told me the new Marathons are not as good, but I have not had to use them yet. I have been rationing my stash for matches. As a matter of principle, I refuse to pay the same money for balls made at a fraction of the cost to pad Head/Penn's profits. Plus, it has gone to being a mass market ball. Not insignificantly, their closing of the Phoenix factory to make products at near-slave labor wages left a very bad taste in my mouth.
These are made in a joint venture factory between TF and Bridgestone and are reportedly very good balls.
well? what's the verdict please? (with link to the exact product if possible )
just got some penn 2day, dont know when i be playing next? as its been raining everyday in UK, carnt play indoor cuz only get 1hr to play, never get 2hrs+, so aint worth it.
see whats the weather like on weekend
Bought some WilsonHDHardcourts the other day. First stray from Dunlop or Penns in over 10 years. I wanted to see how fast my serves would go, and how high they'd bounce.
Well, 2 of the 3 were very Penn like. Not bad. ONE of the 3 is pure Wilson, the knapp compressed flat, the ball getting light and hard, and used by almost everyone for first serves...everyone who noticed.
I'd say the ONE bounced at least a foot higher than the other 2, on both first and second serves.
Great quality control.
at least you HAVE indoor courts. lucky Brit
in the meantime, can you just post a link to which exact Penn balls you bought?
Rozroz which country you live in?.... here indoor courts are expensive for me £15 a hour.
I hope thr not fake - bought them of ?bay, when i opened them the wrapper on all 3 came off. Ive got a question why on all 3 tubes the number written on the balls are all different?:
thanks for those pics, man.
well best thing is to test them first.
Head ATP - on clay - all characteristics degrade over time evenly
they way i understand:
mostly 2 types of balls.
the punchy, hard crisp type
or the soft 'easy on the arm' ones.
the softer Penns are too soft for my taste.
best for me is find a good mix.
i think those Penn of yours bounce really low.
Using Wilson US Open HD right now, but will probably go to Babolat when I'm done with this case.
the head pro penns are awesome
also the white us open extra duty
I am sticking with Penn Pro Marathon balls. They are crisp feeling and last more than a set of hitting which is more then 99% of the other balls I've used so I definitely cannot complain!
Just used the penns (above pic) indoors and i really liked them, thr heavy (compared to slazengers) and have very good penetration. They bounce good. how on earth are you lot saying these dont bounce??
I was also using new slazenger tournemants and comparing them, the slazengers for some reason felt dead (brand new balls), even my partner was saying the exact same -he enjoyed the penns.
We were playing in a Dome which leaked water in and some of the penns got soaked but didnt lose thr bounce,fluff.
Anyone used head atp/tretorn micro x's??
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For me, the answer is f**k no.
I'd be a target by everyone in the clan.
I'd be a lone wolf not getting close enen to my parents for I'll constant think they'll me off for the MS.
I'd also have no Uchiha friends.
To get MS, I must experience mental trauma which is bad for me since I keep everything suppressed. I'd just be a regular 3t Uchiha just like the other 300 or so.


text: the only thing that pisses me off about this is that no one here has respect for anyone else's opinion. personally i think it could b obito. i mean people have come up wit more outlandish, off the wall stuff than that. people think that its madara, Y??? we actually have more proof that its NOT madara than we do that its not obito so plz... no more Tobi = Madara cuz Kabumaru already put that to rest. Heck it could jus b some other uchiha we never heard for with similar powers n hair style to obito. i say that cuz well.... his hair was the same way tobi's is now, n i like to think that kakashi's sharingan tech n tobi's S/T r cut from the same cloth. mayb one was developed more or somthing. or mayb its like tsukiyomi n amateratsu ( left eye right eye thing).


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Orange County could see temperatures spike into the 90s Wednesday, the National Weather Service says, as summer-like weather takes a brief hold on the region.
Highs will ease a bit Thursday, then we should see a major switch starting Friday and continuing into the weekend ahead: cooling, cloudiness and a slight but persistent chance of rain.
For now, high-pressure air building over the Great Basin is driving temperatures higher, and pushing winds toward the coast.
Wednesday should be sunny and 88 to 93 inland, 81 on the coast, with wind gusts from the east up to 25 mph in the morning.
Thursday will be mostly sunny with inland highs of 81 to 86, 74 on the coast, as winds from the east reach 15 mph before moving around to the south in the afternoon.
The picture will change dramatically Friday as low-pressure disturbances march down the coast.
Friday will open with cloudy skies and patches of fog and possible drizzle, highs sinking to around 74 inland and 68 on the coast.
A slight chance of rain enters the forecast for Friday night as the marine layer thickens, and the rain chance will hang around through Sunday morning.
Saturday should be cloudy, then partly cloudy, with a slight chance of rain and highs reaching only about 66.
The slight chance of rain will remain overnight and into Sunday morning, which will otherwise be cloudy, yielding to partly cloudy skies in the afternoon.
Highs should be 65 to 70 inland, 63 on the coast.
Then Monday will be mostly cloudy with patchy fog before turning mostly sunny, with highs of 74 inland, 68 on the coast.
Tuesday will be mostly sunny and 79 inland, 71 on the coast, as a warmer, drier pattern takes charge once again.
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Surprise! Mike Napoli and Juan Rivera Traded for Vernon Wells
Wow. I leave the internets alone for one day and our recently all too mild-mannered Tony Reagins turns into the Trade Ninja again. So intent was I on fun, gorgeous scenery and wine today that I wasn't even checking my email (understandable given that reception up here is pretty hit and miss) and didn't notice the trade announcement until a few hours ago. Mike Napoli and Juan Rivera to the Blue Jays in exchange for Vernon Wells and an undisclosed amount of cash, or no cash at all depending on which reports you read. My, that was unexpected.
Admittedly, my initial reaction to the trade news was a little pouty. Mike Napoli is one of my favorite current Angels players and you always hate to see a favorite player move on even though it's all part of the game. But then the trade started to grow on me. The truth of the matter is, Mike Scioscia prefers Jeff Mathis behind the plate and has said repeatedly that he considers Napoli too streaky to be anything more than an occasional DH. Whether or not I agree with Scioscia's assessment, the bottom line is that barring injuries and with Kendry back at first (Yay!), at the absolute best Napoli was only going to split time behind the plate and see a couple of games as the DH anyway. If the Angels were going to underuse him, I'm sad to see a favorite player go, but I would rather trade him for someone the Angels will use. I wish Napoli all the best with the Blue Jays, except when the Blue Jays play the Angels. He's streaky. Maybe he can have a brief slump those games.
On the other hand, I am not at all sorry to see Juan Rivera go. It's uncharitable, I realize. He gave the Angels a few great seasons but he's been sliding downhill since returning from the broken leg. He just seems to play with fear and hesitation now and the hustle is gone. I can forgive a player many things, including loss of mobility from aging or injury, but lack of hustle is something I've always found very hard to forgive. I wish him well in Toronto, I truly do (except when they play us, of course), but after last season especially, I will not miss him in Anaheim.
As for the other end of the deal? Yes, we overpaid. Whether or not we actually get cash out of this. I'm not even going to debate that. But, with the way deals have been going this offseason, free agency signings, trades or otherwise, I just don't see very many ways for the Angels to have avoided overpaying and other teams already struck those deals. Yes, Vernon Wells is 32. But he doesn't seem to have slowed down in the outfield since his Gold Glove years and, in terms of homeruns, OPS and batting average, 2010 was one of Wells' best offensive seasons since 2006. When you ignore the money (and I am, because, really, how many deals didn't involve insane money this offseason?) the Angels traded two players they were using as occasional utility players for a starting outfielder with a good glove and a dangerous bat. Between Peter Bourjos, Torii Hunter and Wells, I am actually really excited to see our outfield in action this year and I am starting to worry less about the batting line-up…though we still really need a leadoff hitter. I also love how excited Wells sounded about coming to Anaheim in his interview. He sounded ready to win and certain the Angels could accomplish that. Maybe he can help bring some of the swagger and daring the Angels lost in 2010 back to the Big A. Optimism returning and growing.


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Daily Sound Off: Contender for Worst Local Census OfficeTuesday, June 1st, 2010
Today's Daily Sound Off comes from Georgia:
From a contender to the title of "The Worst LCO in the Nation"
Well, it looks like the U. S. Census finally got the PBOCS software working. The solution, reduce the number of users from 10 to 2. This means it will take 5 times longer to key the volumes of returned enumerator questionnaires that have been stacked into boxes waiting for a clerk to key them.
While we are on the subject of questionnaires I would like to explain the process in our LCO (local census office), Macon Georgia.
!. Enumerators turn in their completed questionnaires to their crew leader who reviews them for completeness and then initials showing his approval. Enumerators are experiencing a large number of irate people that do not want to participate and have discovered it is easier to call the residence vacant of cannot locate than it is to try and get the information. No one likes to be chewed out and in a way I don't blame them. A large percent of the population don't trust the Census and wish to be left alone.
Residents are handing the Census envelopes they received in the mail to the enumerator and telling them to leave. These envelopes are not being mailed but are being thrown into boxes. At least if they were mailed, the people might be counted.
2. The crew leader brings them to the office where clerks log the receipt of "X" number of questionnaires.
3. Then they are given to clerks for review of completeness. We have about 30 clerks on three shifts doing this. Those that fail are returned to the crew leader for rework. The return rate is about 50% because Crew leaders are not reviewing, just initialing, and sometime not initialing. What company would pay for this amount of poor performance and then pay more to the same people to do the work again and even worse allow it to continue?
4. Once the clerk begins keying another 20% of the forms are pulled out to be returned to the crew leader because the clerks did a poor job of their review. Another 20% to 30% of the questionnaires are sent to Data Collection office with incomplete information
5. Where are the managers and supervisors? What are they doing about it? Well last month, the Area Manager took over the office but after two weeks she could not make a difference even with the assistance of three RT's so they assigned another area manager who left two RT's with us and one is acting LCOM (LCO manager) after firing the LCOM. The acting LCOM can barely speak English and neither knows enough to do anything but contribute to the turmoil. They think the solution is to see how many people they can make miserable by denying them food and drink in their work area and not allowing them to leave except for a two 15 minute breaks and a 30 minute lunch. They must raise their hand when they need more work or have to go to the bathroom. Next there is a field operations manager who has 3 office supervisors and 7 field office supervisors to help her. All are poorly trained and most are not supervisor material, The solution is to add two more Field Office Supervisors (both have less than 30 days experience) to supervise the office operations supervisors. To the Census, more is usually the solution not accountability for their actions. The same people that did poor work during Address Canvassing, and Group Quarters are still being paid to make a mess of Non Response Follow Up. These RT's will not listen to those managers that years of supervisor experience and know how to solve the problem. We probably will soon have a new set of RT's and another Area Manager because nothing is improving.
6. Finally there is shipping of the questionnaires. The Census Bureau with their infinite wisdom decided to take some strain off the PBOCS by moving shipping to a DAPPS based program. This seems like a good idea but in doing so removed the checks and balance that PBOCS had which prevented questionnaires from being shipped without being checked-in. Now any questionnaire can be shipped. What a mess we are going to have.
Management is the source of all problems within the Census; i.e., I should say the lack of management and it starts at the top. The U.S. Census has grown to be a management nightmare and will need serious restructure if it is to survive. All the public relations, TV commercials, nor increased spending can cure the festering sores.
I sense that these problems are common place throughout the nation. With all the problems that have come to light, we are previewing the Death of the Census because the problems will ultimately make 2020 Census impossible. How can the Secretary of Commerce keep a straight face when he presents the results to President Obama on December 31, 2010?


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Map case can be replaced. I live in Madison Wi. and it was replaced by a local shop (Kriss sewing). The shop specializes in sewing items for boats outdoor patios ect. I think most cities have similar sewing shops. The replacement was $75 and it looks as good today as it did two years ago when it was replaced.
I use the tank bag on every ride and have 44K on the bike.


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50 Cent was on the Howard Stern show recently and discussed speaking to Michael Jackson, who was one of his idols growing up. He also shared a few personal details about his relationship with Chelsea Handler, and what he used to call her in the bedroom. After that he sat down and judged a comical rap display from Sal and Jon Leiberman.
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS New High School "CCC" / St. Johns County Sealed bids will be received by the St. Johns County School Board for the construction of a new high school located in the northeastern portion of St. Johns County, Florida. The work shall include the following: General Construction Mechanical Construction Plumbing Construction Electrical Construction All plant, labor, material, temporary facilities for general construction and restoration to provide work complete and in place. Bids will be received in the office of the Executive Director for Facilities & Operations, St. Johns County School Board, 40 Orange Street, St. Augustine, Florida 32084 until 4:00 P.M. prevailing local time, Wednesday, January 17th, 2007 . Bids received after that time will not be accepted. The bids will then be opened publicly and read aloud. All bidders will be required to be pre-qualified with the St. Johns County School District or must submit all required documentation before the bid or at the time of the bid opening. The successful bidder must be pre-qualified by the St. Johns County School Board prior to the award of contract. Contact Frank Busam, Facilities Specialist (904) 819-8152, for additional information. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Thursday, January 4th, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. at the offices of the St. Johns County School District, Facilities and New Construction Office, 3720 International Golf Parkway, (adjacent to Mill Creek Elementary School) St. Augustine, Florida 32092. Attendance to the pre-bid conference is strongly recommended. Drawings and Specifications may be obtained commencing Friday, December 15th, 2006 by faxing your request to NGI Printing, 7999 Phillips Highway Suite 202 Jacksonville, FL 32256 Phone: (904) 448-1600 Fax: (904) 448-6804. Printing and shipping costs are at the bidder's expense. Drawings and Specifications are also available for review at the following Plan Room Locations: Dodge Room, 4040 Woodcock Dr., Suite 102, Jacksonville, FL 32207 Dodge Room, 1612 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32804 Central FL Builder's Exchange, 34 0 N. Wymore Rd., Winter Park, FL 32789 FL East Coast Builder's Exchange, 644 Clear Lake Rd., Suite D, Cocoa, FL 32922 Your Builder's Exchange, 130 S. Ridgewood Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Construction Market Data, 2050 Art Museum Dr., Ste 106, Jacksonville, FL 32207 National Association of Minority Contractors, 5923 Norwood Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32208 Anyone wishing to visit the site should contact Frank Busam, Facilities Specialist, St. Johns County School District (904) 819-8152. All questions concerning the project shall be submitted in writing to the Design Consultant. This office is the only point where information will be disseminated: Tercilla Courtemanche Architects, Inc. 2047 Vista Parkway, Suite 100 West Palm Beach, FL 33411 (561) 478-4457 / (561) 478-4102 (Fax) Bid Security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the proposal must accompany each proposal in accordance with Instruction to Bidders. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five days after the opening thereof. The successful bidder will be required to furnish and record in the official records of the county in which the project is located a 100% Performance Bond and a 100% Labor and Material Payment Bond. The St. Johns County School Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive informalities and minor irregularities in bidding and to accept bids, which are considered to be in the best interest of the System. Tim Forson, Executive Director For Facilities & Operations St. Johns County School District 40 Orange Street St. Augustine, Florida 32084 L3594-6 Dec 15, 21, 28, 06; Jan 10, 07
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okay! this is your last chance to tell us you don't want us as Co-Bosses! if you don't do so by tomorrow, we are Co-Bosses. Thank you. free mochas for all.
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Cleveland Indians announce 'Tribe Fest VIP Premiere' event for Friday, January 24
A dozen Indians players will be on hand for autographs at event in Club Lounge
By / MLB.com
Cleveland, OH-The Cleveland Indians have announced the Tribe Fest VIP Premiere, an intimate new event scheduled for Friday, January 24 that will precede this year's second annual Tribe Fest event on Saturday, January 25 and Sunday, January 26.
This exclusive event will take place in the Club Lounge at Progressive Field, from 6PM-8PM on January 24. Players will sign autographs from 6:30PM-7:30PM, and ticket holders have the opportunity to get one autograph from each of the players in attendance.
Scheduled to appear are (all player appearances are subject to change):
- Michael Brantley
- Carlos Santana
- Yan Gomes
- Mike Aviles
- Ryan Raburn
- Danny Salazar
- David Murphy
- Corey Kluber
- Zach McAllister
- Bryan Shaw
- Lonnie Chisenhall
- Carlos Carrasco
- Trevor Bauer
There are only 300 tickets available for this event, and are expected to go quickly. Tickets are $80. Light hors d'ouevres will be served, and soft drinks will be complimentary. A cash bar will be available. Parking will be available in Tri-C's garage, located on the south side of Carnegie Avenue directly across from Progressive Field.
To buy tickets for the event, visit Indians.com/TribeFest.
This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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As it turns out, the San Diego Chargers have one more item to add to their Tuesday Agony List. Not only did the Chargers blow a 28-7 third-quarter lead against the Houston Texans on Monday Night Football to lose 31-28, but one crucial penalty that allowed the Texans to extend one of their comeback drives should not have happened.
The play happened with 14:53 left in the game, and the Chargers up 28-14. Texans kicker Randy Bullock booted a 37-yard field goal, but Chargers defensive lineman Cam Thomas was flagged for unnecessary roughness when it was ruled that he instigated contact with Texans long-snapper John Weeks. The NFL's new rule is designed to prevent blatant contact to the head and neck area to defenseless snappers on kicks, a new NFL point of emphasis. The penalty took the ball from the San Diego 19-yard line to the nine-yard line and gave the Texans a new set of downs. Matt Schaub threw a nine-yard touchdown pass to tight end Owen Daniels on the next play, and the comeback continued.
But in an interview with the NFL Network's "Total Access" show on Tuesday. NFL VP of Officiating Dean Blandino revealed that the penalty should not have been called by Scott Green's crew.
"This was not a correct call," Blandino said. "The rule is to protect the snapper on a field goal or extra point from a direct forcible blow to the head or neck area, or with the crown/forehead/hairline parts of the helmet to the body. It was not designed to prohibit any contact with the snapper, which is what happened on this play."
Blandino then walked the viewing audience through the play.
"There's some incidental contact with his left leg to the head/neck area, but that is not a foul. That is legal contact. This should not have been called. It's a judgment call by the umpire, he's looking at that, and in his judgment, he felt that it was enough for a foul. And in our review today, we felt that it was not."
Blandino then showed an clip of a far more obvious example of a play in which a long-snapper was contacted in the head and neck area. And because Green's crew couldn't tell the difference, the Texans were allowed to extend a drive, and came away with seven points when they should have had three.
"The rule is designed to protect the player in that snapping posture," Blandino concluded. "Think of a receiver who's trying to catch a pass. You can't hit him in the head or neck area, you can't hit a defenseless snapper, while he's in that posture, in the head or neck area either."
Yes, the Chargers were at fault for collapsing in the second half, but in a 31-28 game, that four-point swing would have made a difference.made two mistakes 49ers Packers Joe Staley Clay Matthews


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Karen Christy's life has taken a sudden and very exhilarating change of direction. While she'd almost come to anticipate transitions in her lifestyle, they had been, until last summer, of a necessary and not uncommon nature. First, the 20-year-old native of Abilene, Texas, moved north to Denton in 1969 to major in commercial art at North Texas State. Her plans for a degree were cut short after just one year, however, when she realized that part-time-job income could not adequately meet school and living expenses. So Karen moved to Dallas and adjusted smoothly to the working-girl role. For nearly a year, she was a secretary in Texas' second-largest city. Then, last year, she heard about a Playboy Bunny Hunt being conducted by Club representatives looking for girls to wear a pair of Bunny ears. Somewhat timorously, she decided to attend. "Some office friends convinced me to go." Not at all surprisingly, she far exceeded the requirements and, soon afterward, received an invitation in the mail to become a cottontail at the Chicago Club. At first, Karen demurred, then she decided that it might be very worth while to experience a complete change of place and people; she notified Club officials and flew to Chicago. "In the beginning, I thought I'd made a bad mistake." Her taste runs to the new and modern. "Old things depress me," she says frankly. And that preference extends to the city she now lives in. "Dallas is a relatively new city, filled with modern buildings and homes." In contrast, her first impressions of Chicago were of squat, undistinguished office buildings and the long, narrow belt of elegant postwar high-rises on Lake Shore Drive. She was disappointed. Quickly, however, Karen grew to like it largely due to the two essential aspects of her life: her work and her residence. She's been alternating her Bunny stints with increasingly frequent assignments from Playboy Models and she's living in the Bunny Dormitory in Hugh Hefner's mansion. "The Mansion is fantastic," she says. "There's always something going on. The parties give me a chance to meet well-known people, entertainers, politicians, athletes: a great mix." And during less revelous hours, Karen appreciates other advantages the Mansion offers. "Most nights, there's a movie showing. Also, I really like the company of the other girls." It's clear that Karen now feels thoroughly satisfied with her move. For Miss December, the Playboy Mansion is a fascinating mènage that she's more than delighted to call home.


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Crew striker Olman Vargas was called into Costa Rican national team camp on Sunday ahead of La Sele's 2012 FIFA World Cup Qualifier on June 8 against El Salvador in San José. Los Ticos will then play its second Group Stage match in Guyana on June 12.
Vargas' lone appearance for his country came in friendly against Honduras on April 11, where he scored Costa Rica's only goal in the 1-1 draw.
The striker is expected to be back and ready to go for the Black & Gold's next match when the Crew travels to New England on June 16.