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The Army base in Fort Knox, Ky., remained on heightened security late Wednesday.
Investigators were hunting a male suspect Thursday after a civilian employee died in a shooting at the Army base in Fort Knox, Ky. Officials described the shooting as a "personal incident."
The base was briefly locked down and remained on heightened security Wednesday night.
The victim, who was an employee of U.S. Army Human Resources Command, was transported by ambulance to Ireland Army Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to a statement from the public affairs office of the base.
The incident was "not a random act of violence," said Chris Grey, spokesperson for the independent Army investigative agency.
Police are looking for a 5-foot, 9-inch black male with black hair and brown eyes, the statement read. It is believed he may be using a black Yamaha motorcycle for transportation.
The victim's name is being withheld until family members are notified.
The shooting occurred shortly after 5 p.m. ET. The base was placed on full lockdown, but it was lifted early Wednesday evening, the official said.
The military base, which sprawls over 170 miles in three counties about 30 miles south of Louisville, Ky., is separate from but adjacent to the famous federal gold depository.
The incident came less than two weeks after a U.S. Marine shot two colleagues to death at the Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia, before killing himself.
NBC News' Courtney Kube and Becky Bratu contributed to this report.
This story was originally published on Wed Apr 3, 2013 9:45 PM EDT


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Translated by Jerrold Landau The city was located on the banks of the Reat River. The heights of the city, with its building and huts, most of them Jewish homes, literally rose from the midst of the city. The Sobor, the building of the Pravoslavic Church, looms atop of the summit of the hill, in a large, fenced courtyard. The historians would say that the Sobor was built by Stefan the Great, the prince of Moldova who lived in the 16th century. This is possible, but the city was known many years before that era. Archeologists were able to find, in their excavations of the foundations and the heights, artifacts from the time of the Tatars and even from earlier years.
The city was built upon a hill and valley. It is surrounded by mountains on two sides, based upon rock and limestone. The wide, fruitful valley spreads out beneath the mountains. It was perhaps for this reason that many residents of the city had dreams and visions. Their heads were in the heights and their eyes looked longingly at the vast expanse that spread out before them.
On the slope not far from the Sobor, stood to differentiate between holy and profane the Great Synagogue, Di Groise Shul. It was old, or so it appeared in contrast to the Christian church. It was about 1/3 sunken into the ground, supported by pillars. It was gloomy from the outside, but filled with light on the inside. It was decorated with floral drawings on the walls, and the view of the eastern side was jolly. Surrounding the synagogue stood the low houses of the Jews, old like it, with small windows and walls whitewashed with shiny white. A blossoming tree poked out of the yards here and there.
On the narrow streets surrounding the old synagogue, not far from the tall Sobor, the special Jewish character, the Bessarabian was molded and forged just like in other places in the rich and fruitful area the worker, living from the ground, as a toiler or tenant or as a merchant of wheat or agricultural products. This Jewish character was for the most part not expert in the secrets of the Torah. He was simple in his ways, accommodating to guests, with a wide heart open to all who turned to him.
When vast Russia entered the age of capitalism, railways were built, and industrial enterprises and mines sprouted up. Bessarabia took part in this economic rise. In it too, railways were built and factories were founded, primarily for the production of agricultural products.
Orheyev was far from the railway line, but the economic development reached it as well. Large flourmills were established, which sent their products afar. There were factories for oil and other smaller factories. The wine and fruit business also developed. The city widened and grew, spreading out broadly from the historical hill around the Sobor and the old synagogue. Roads and buildings, communal institutions and schools were added to it. During that era of development (approximately in the time prior to the First World War), a large hospital was built for the Jewish community of the area. A gymnasium for boys was opened in addition to the gymnasium for girls that was already in existence.
Then, a new factor arose in the city the studying youth. At the end of the previous century, the ideal of the young generation in the city was to develop and open for themselves a store, or to emigrate abroad to do business in a free manner without restrictions of the boundaries of the settlement, and to thereby lay the foundations for their private economic lives. Then the studying youth appeared and brought with them different ideals: distancing themselves from commerce, or becoming a doctor, engineer or a teacher. New mottoes appeared: to work for the masses, to raise the level of the people, and to give even their lives for it and for its redemption. The words were indeed vague and clouded. The influence of the powers that spread throughout the intelligentsia and progressive workers throughout the expanse of Russia was great. However this did not prevent these vague desires from being revolutionary with respect to the somnolent and frozen life of the city at that time. They excited and enthused the youth in all strata.
This was the era of the rule of the youth on the Jewish street, the rule of the excited spirit in the midst of the youth. The previous generation did not have anything new to say. Things were said particularly about the Romanian conquest and the rupturing of connections with Russian Jewry and the great Russian revolution a rule of shameless pillage of the treasures of the region and a state police built upon the open instilling of fear and bribery. They were indeed saved from the tribulations of the pogroms and the civil war across the Dniester, but they also lost the great spiritual influence that came from there. Severed from their roots, the masses of youth in Bessarabia rose up, and had to search for the influence from their own midst and to find new content and a way of life. The agitation was great, and the tribulations of the searching for a path were difficult.
Seated from left to right: 1. Leibe Gluzgold 2. Rima Gluzgold (wife)
Opinions consolidated in two directions: with the nation for independent life and national revival in the homeland Zionism; or with the agitation and great revolution that passed over wide Russia and the nations surrounding it. In fact, the two movements were influenced from each other. As is known, the Bund struggled to find Jewish autonomy and to create some sort of independent Jewish life in the exile. From its side, Zionism was also greatly influenced by the revolution and its mottoes about social justice, a society without oppressors and the oppressed, the honor of work and labor, etc.
Photograph taken at the reunion in 1935.
In our city, both streams of the Poale Zion movement had very little influence. The Bessarabian Zionist youth, who were mainly studying youth or were led mainly by them, with their class divisions that existed, was quite small. They more easily accepted the doctrine of Tzeirei Zion (Young Zion), for they saw them as more integral from the perspective of the Zionist longing and being based on the idea of individual actualization and the building of the future life in the homeland. The path of the class war, the forging furnace behind the revolution, and the strong social changes that must be traversed were seen as too extensive to reach to the desired goal of social justice. What was simpler and quicker than personal actualization? We will all become chalutzim (pioneers). We will establish Kibbutzim, we will live from the land in general, and manual labor in particular, and the future fine society will arise! The Bessarabian youth, even though they lived in cities and towns, were very far from being true city youth, with all the sophistication. Nature and manual labor were never strange to the youth, and it is no wonder that they followed their ideal spirit, which to us seems slightly naive from our more distant perspective. This Bessarabian youth established a movement of hundreds and thousands of pioneers who were prepared for actualization, the vast majority of whom made aliya to the Land and bestowed of their spirit to the workers movement in the Land.
One of these youth movements was the movement or organization of Bnei Yisrael in Orheyev and its environs. It was influenced by the doctrine of Ahad HaAm on the one hand, and the Tzeirei Zion movement of southern Russia and Bessarabia on the other hand. From Ahad HaAm it not only received its name Bnei Yisrael (patterned after Bnei Moshe), but also the idea of pioneers marching in front of the people, directing and showing the path to the masses. It inherited the idea of individual actualization that was to be expressed primarily by the pioneering path, and secondly by the use of the Hebrew Language in the day to day life of the members of the movement.
The influence of this movement in the life of the small city was indeed amazing. There were farmers in our city, but the deliberate movement of gymnasium students to agriculture something like this had never happened before. There were Jewish woodchoppers in our city, albeit few, for wood chopping was for the most part performed by gentiles. However, the existence of woodchoppers from among the children of the most honorable householders in the city there never was such a thing. The Bnei Yisrael pioneering house quickly became the sole and most important meeting place for the youth of the city. A new wind blew there. It suddenly became clear that the new ideal that was contrary to the existing reality, not to be a merchant, was progressive albeit not yet complete and sufficient. A complete person who is worthy of honor was obviously a revolutionary who overturns the norms of society but this too was different than the norms of his life; for those who descended from the school bench straight to a life of labor and toil; who forewent with astonishing ease the conforms of life in the orderly parental home and who exchanged them for work with the spade in the field or vineyard, sleeping on uneven boards in the pioneering house and eating food that was at times insufficient
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- Heat a non-stick pan, pour ghee and saute the grated coconut until the moisture from the coconut evaporates, add condensed milk and milk powder. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes and take the pot off the flame.
- Make balls or laddoos from the mixture and roll them in dessicated coconut shavings. Follow the same procedure to make the rest of the laddoos.
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Ricardo Gama, 40, was shot late Wednesday morning in Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana area, the local press reported. According to police reports, Gama was shot in the head, neck, and chest by an unidentified gunman in a silver car. Gama was immediately taken to a nearby hospital by local residents and underwent surgery that night, news reports said. The blogger was in stable condition after surgery, but needed a machine to help him breathe, local media reported.
Gama, a blogger and lawyer, is known for his critical reporting and commentary on government officials in Rio de Janeiro state and on police corruption throughout the country, the São Paulo-based news daily Folha reported.
"Brazilian authorities must thoroughly investigate this ruthless attack on blogger Ricardo Gama and bring the perpetrators to justice," said Carlos Lauría, CPJ's senior program coordinator for the Americas. "Reporters in Brazil must be able to report on official corruption without fear of physical retribution."
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The odds are that you aren't getting enough vitamin D from your diet or from the sun and that you need to be taking vitamin D supplements, as I'll explain below. I recently had a routine physical examination and blood work done and while most everything turned out fine, my vitamin D levels were found to be low. And since there are no symptoms of vitamin D deficiency, I wouldn't have otherwise known about it before I developed osteoporosis (which would be a bit late in the game I think). Moreover, adequate vitamin D levels are now being recognized as important not only in preventing osteoporosis, but also in preventing several types of cancer, cardiovascular disease, falls, chronic pain syndromes and a variety of autoimmune diseases (with the list growing on a nearly daily basis). Evidence is mounting that vitamin D is critical to our health and that all too many of us are deficient.
There are two ways that humans get vitamin D aside from taking supplements; namely, from the diet and by its production in our skin after exposure to sunlight. It turns out, however, that few foods contain much vitamin D, which is why some are "fortified" with it, meaning that they have extra vitamin D added during production (e.g., milk, and some breakfast cereals, orange juice, yogurt and margarine – with the list increasing as vitamin D deficiency is more widely recognized). So it would be fairly easy not to get much dietary vitamin D, unless you made a conscious effort to eat lots of fortified foods.
What about sun exposure? Turns out again, that for many Americans sun exposure also is inadequate, especially in winter. The reasons are both conscious sun avoidance (or wearing sunblock) in an effort to prevent skin cancer and living at higher latitudes where the sun's rays don't have as much effect, particularly during the winter months. In this regard, higher latitude means living above 30°, which is nearly all of the U.S. (for example, this latitude runs through Jacksonville, FL, New Orleans, LA, and Austin, TX – in fact, there's very little of the continental U.S. below 30°, and it's mostly in Florida). In addition, our skin's ability to produce vitamin D declines with increasing age.
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The Capital Improvement Fund was established Spring, 1989, as a non-operating fund. The fund is intended to meet major capital requirements of the County's buildings and computer systems. The Lane County Board of Commissioners has approved specific projects focusing on fire/life/safety requirements as the highest priority, followed by preservation of County assets.
To provide functional, clean, safe building environment including: emergency repair and damage control, environmental conditioning for people and equipment; structural, mechanical, and custodial maintenance and repair for 9 public facilities totaling 485,000 sq ft, continuous cooling system maintenance for the Regional Information Systems (RIS) computer center; energy consumption monitoring; lighting and electrical maintenance; compilation of repair and maintenance records and cost history; liaison between County and outside contractors and consultants; facility care, regulation compliance, fire protection; and repair and renovation project management.


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"In a world of eroding values and environmental concerns, my view of Nature is one of a moral obligation - to preserve its interdependent balance. As a painter, my aim is to communicate Nature's power to evoke a range of emotions from the mystical to the surreal. It is a source for interpretation and dialogue with the viewer.
For me, the painting process is the means in which to achieve these goals." - Elaine Galen
Elaine's exhibits have been widely reviewed. She has exhibited her work at numerous solo shows, including museum exhibits at the Brooklyn Museum, Whitney Museum, The Art Institute of Chicago, Neuberger Museum of Art, Tampa Museum of Art, Mississippi Museum of Art, James A Michener Museum in Pennsylvania and others.
Elaine Galen's paintings and limited edition books are in the permanent collections of many of the above mentioned museums, as well as the University of Arizona Museum, Tucson, Israel Museum, Jerusalem, Musee Rigaud, France, New York Public Library (Rare Books), National Liberty Museum of Philadelphia, Wellesley College Special Collections, and others. Corporate collections include AT&T, Pfizer, Metromedia, Continental Grain, and many others.
Her work has been acclaimed by art critics and curators as "hauntingly beautiful" and "powerful" …"bordering on the visionary and surreal" and a "mystical realization of place".
Elaine lives in Mt. Kisco, New York with her husband, the noted abstract painter, printmaker and publisher, artist Ed Colker.
University of Pennsylvania, B.A.
Graduate: Philadelphia College of Art
Advanced Study: Art Students' League of New York; Grande Chaumiere, Paris
Internationally-recognized as a painter, sculptor, and educator, Elaine Galen has created an intimate dialogue with nature, using the painting process to explore the mystical, the surreal and the spiritual realm of nature. Though her early work began in the style of Abstract Expressionism, she quickly developed her own distinctive style and evocative visual language.
Elaine's landscapes are both perfectly abstract and wildly expressionistic, full of raw emotion, pure energy and mysterious beauty. Her landscapes capture the emotional intensity and ever-changing moods of nature where light and color are in constant transition. Paint in her hands is fluid and swift, streaks of brilliant color alternating with open passages.
Her paintings pay homage to the mystical canyons of the American Southwest and ancient deserts of Israel and Jordan. Studies of Boscobel and the Hudson Valley, Southern France and Umbria capture the overwhelming presence of the hills and mountains, valleys and forests of these historically rich and sacred lands.
In her most recent paintings, Elaine uses fragmented, multiple views to expand the visual landscape leaving us with an immediate and contemporary view of nature. Her interpretations of mountains, deserts, and canyons challenge the viewer to see and think beyond their preconceived notions of the natural landscape.
The abstract and the representational collide and merge, as she freely mixes oils, watercolor, graphite, charcoal and other media, juxtaposing divergent colors and shapes for an almost surreal, otherworldly view.
As the critic Gerrit Henry wrote in Art in America, "Galen seems to have taken a leaf from the Abstract Expressionists and upped the intensity of her brushwork, as well as her painterly imaginings… What is exciting about Galen's paintings is her ability to make the earthly divine."


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The Cleveland Browns are down a man in their deep secondary.
Cornerback Buster Skrine underwent thumb surgery Monday and won't play again in the preseason, the team confirmed. Coach Mike Pettine said he expects the fourth-year cover man to return in time for Week 1, per Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal.
Skrine was injured in Friday's practice, assuring that first-round cornerback Justin Gilbert would step into a starting role for Monday night's meeting with the Washington Redskins.
Battling Gilbert for first-team duties, Skrine won't be helped by the lost time. Also not helping him is the reality that Pettine personally scouted and saw Gilbert as the perfect press-corner compliment to Pro Bowl player Joe Haden.
In today's pass-happy NFL, though, every corner on the roster is asked to contribute.
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U.S. Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission
Volume XIV, No. 1
Office of Federal Operations
Winter Quarter 2003
Disability Law-Prima Facie Case
Failure to Articulate Legitimate Reason
National Origin Discrimination
Recent Compensatory Damage Awards
The Digest of EEO Law is a quarterly publication of EEOC's Office of Federal Operations (OFO).
Carlton M. Hadden, Director, OFO
Donald Names, Director, OFO's Special Services Staff
Editor: Arnold Rubin
Writers: Dann Determan, Gerald Goldstein, Lori Grant, Navarro Pulley
Available in accessible formats for persons with disabilities. The Digest is now available online through EEOC's homepage at www.eeoc.gov. If you wish to receive a copy in print, you must send a request, in writing, to Arnold Rubin, EEOC, Office of Federal Operations, 1801 L Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20507.
Commission Rejects New Basis of Discrimination Raised for First Time on Appeal.
Complainant alleged race, sex, age and reprisal discrimination regarding the cancellation of certain doctor's appointments and the denial of pay while she was on leave due to an on-the-job injury. She contended on appeal that, although she did not initially raise disability as a basis of her complaint, she now believed that all of the challenged personnel actions were a result of disability discrimination. Rejecting complainant's contention, the Commission held that, absent a compelling reason, a complainant may not raise a new basis of discrimination for the first time on appeal. A contrary rule, EEOC noted, would thwart the investigation process. Finding no such compelling reason, the Commission affirmed the agency's implementation of the EEOC Administrative Judge decision finding no discrimination in complainant's case. Hamilton v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A13966 (October 16, 2002).
"Fees on Fees" Awards. In modifying the final agency decision (FAD) by increasing the award of attorney's fees, the Commission stated that, having prevailed in substantial part on his appeal, complainant's attorney was entitled to an award of attorney's fees and costs associated with the prosecution of his appeal concerning attorney's fees. EEOC directed the parties' attention to Black v. Department of the Army, EEOC Request No. 05960390 (December 9, 1998), which modified the Commission's approach to "fees on fees" awards (adopting the "reasonableness" standard with regard to preparation of fee petitions, instead of the "cap" standard). Chavarria v. Department of Veterans Affairs, EEOC Appeal No. 01A02915 (August 29, 2002).
Agency Errs in Calculation of Back Pay. EEOC found that the agency erred when it calculated the overtime (OT) owed complainant based upon the OT worked by a single similarly-situated employee, instead of basing the OT portion of complainant's back pay award on the average amount of OT earned by co-workers similarly situated to complainant. The Commission ordered the agency to recalculate the back pay award. Cook v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Request No. 05A21089 (November 14, 2002).
Identity of Acts, Not Bases, Determines Dismissal of Administrative Complaint. The agency dismissed all three of complainant's claims on the grounds that she had filed a civil action. The Commission affirmed dismissal of two of the three claims, but reversed and remanded the remaining claim, constructive discharge, because the facts surrounding that claim were not pled in the civil action. EEOC further found that the constructive discharge claim was not inextricably intertwined with the claims raised in complainant's civil action such that it could not be severed from the civil action. The Commission found no evidence that the constructive discharge claim was considered in the disposition of her civil action, and noted that the crux of complainant's civil action was a series of incidents which occurred primarily from her hiring in 1998, while complainant resigned in 2000. Skeldon v. Department of Justice, EEOC Appeal No. 01A24128 (October 22, 2002).
Creation of New Position Not Required to Accommodate Disability. The Commission agreed with the AJ's finding that all the positions identified by complainant as possible reassignment opportunities involved creating a new position or promotion, which is not required by the Rehabilitation Act. EEOC also noted that an agency is not required to eliminate essential functions of a position as a reasonable accommodation. Dillard-Henderson v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A13488 (November 21, 2002).
Discrimination Found: No Direct Threat. The agency acknowledged that it had denied complainant employment because of his back condition. However, both complainant's own orthopedist and the agency's physician stated that complainant could perform the duties of the Material Clerk position with low or moderate risk, respectively. There was no evidence of a significant risk of substantial harm, which is required to demonstrate that an individual is a direct threat and therefore not a qualified individual with a disability. Consequently, the denial of employment to complainant violated the Rehabilitation Act. The Commission ordered the agency to offer complainant the Material Clerk position, or a substantially equivalent position, with back pay and benefits due. Liddy v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A01542 (October 10, 2002).
No Nexus Between Disability and Performance Deficiencies. In denying complainant's RTR, the Commission found insufficient evidence to show that complainant had requested reasonable accommodation in connection with her alleged inability to lift more than 10 pounds. More importantly, the Commission stated, complainant failed to show how her lifting restriction was causally related to her performance deficiencies. This failure was the basis of the previous appellate decision's finding of no discrimination. Paye v. Department of Defense (Defense Commissary Agency), EEOC Request No. 05A21299 (December 6, 2002).
No Prima Facie Case. The Commission agreed with the agency that complainant had failed to show that he was substantially limited in a major life activity. The medical evidence of complainant's generalized anxiety disorder only precluded him from working full time in his particular job or under his particular supervisor, which did not render him substantially limited in the major life activity of working. Regarding complainant's pulmonary condition, EEOC found insufficient evidence that he was substantially limited in the major life activity of breathing, compared to the average person in the general population. Bellantoni v. Department of the Navy, EEOC Appeal No. 01A12988 (October 3, 2002).
Constructive Receipt. The Commission rejected complainant's argument that, although her complaint was dismissed for untimely filing, she did not sign the original receipt of the notice of the right to file a formal complaint within 15 days of receipt of the notice. Finding that the signature on the green card bore the same last name as complainant's, EEOC noted that the Commission has consistently held that receipt of a document at an address of record, by a member of complainant's family or household of suitable age and discretion, creates a rebuttable presumption of constructive receipt. Chavez v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Request No. 05A01176 (October 9, 2002).
Election of Forum Irrevocable. Complainant filed a mixed case appeal with the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) regarding two claims, and subsequently filed an EEO complaint on the same claims, which the agency dismissed. In affirming the FAD, the Commission rejected complainant's argument that he had withdrawn his MSPB appeals. The Commission found controlling the fact that complainant had first elected to file his MSPB appeals before filing his EEO complaint. Guerra v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A23351 (September 26, 2002).
Agency Meets Affirmative Defense. In affirming the FAD, the Commission found that the agency had met its burden of establishing an affirmative defense under the EPA when the agency demonstrated that its defense was in accordance with the agency's merit system. EEOC found that complainant could not be promoted from a non- supervisory position to a supervisory position by accretion; and that such a promotion would have to be published and be subject to competition. Schoch v. Department of Commerce, EEOC Appeal No. 01A13876 (September 25, 2002).
Discrimination Found. In finding discrimination in this nonselection case, the Commission determined that the agency's generalized statements did not adequately explain its decision not to select complainant. EEOC ordered that complainant be made whole for the discriminatory nonselection. Treese v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01995884 (May 7, 2002).
No Failure to Cooperate. In reversing the agency's decision to dismiss a complaint for failure to cooperate, the Commission found that complainant's delay in responding to a request for an affidavit was due to his having been treated for a stroke. The Commission further determined that complainant timely notified the agency of his need for an extension, and that his behavior was not reflective of delay or contumacious behavior. Bryant v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A20891 (October 11, 2002).
Claims Not Cognizable.
Claims Cognizable.
Dismissal Proper Where Same Claim is First Raised in Negotiated Grievance Permitting Claims of Discrimination. Finding that the agency was subject to 5 U.S.C. . 7121(d) and was covered by a collective bargaining agreement which permitted claims of discrimination to be raised in the negotiated grievance process, the Commission affirmed the agency's dismissal of several of complainant's EEO claims, which had previously been raised in a grievance. The Commission noted that, under its regulations at 29 C.F.R. . 1614.301(a), an informed election of forum is not required, nor is it required that the grievance allege discrimination. So long as the individual first filed the grievance containing the same claim as that contained in the EEO complaint, that claim is subject to dismissal pursuant to 29 C.F.R. . 1614.107(a)(4). Smith v. Department of Transportation, EEOC Appeal No. 01A11821 (September 26, 2002).
Mixed Case Complaint Dismissed Jurisdictionally by MSPB is Remanded to Agency. In remanding a complaint to the agency, the Commission explained that, if an individual files a timely appeal with the MSPB from the agency's processing of a mixed case complaint and the MSPB dismisses for jurisdictional reasons, the agency must reissue a notice giving complainant the right to elect between a hearing before an EEOC AJ or an immediate final agency decision. Lunsford v. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, EEOC Appeal No. 01A14421 (October 16, 2002).
Harassment on Basis of National Origin. The Commission found that complainant, a Child Development Program Assistant, was subjected to a hostile work environment based on her national origin (Hispanic), in connection with a series of incidents, which included: being reassigned to an undesired floater position; being regularly verbally degraded by management; being falsely accused of abusing children; and being frequently told that she would never have been hired if management had known she had such a strong accent. The Commission further found that the agency failed to meet its affirmative defense of exercising its duty of reasonable care to prevent and correct promptly any harassment. In addition, the Commission applied a mixed motive analysis to the agency's issuance of a performance improvement plan (PIP) to complainant, which the Commission found was partly issued for impermissible reasons. The Commission found that the agency failed to meet its affirmative duty of showing that it would have issued the PIP even if it had not considered complainant's accent. Finally, the Commission found that the agency's reasons for reassigning complainant were a pretext for discrimination. As part of the relief ordered, the Commission remanded the issue of compensatory damages and attorney's fees and directed the agency to consider taking disciplinary action against the agency officials responsible for discriminating against and harassing complainant. Avila v. Department of the Navy, EEOC Appeal No. 01996939 (September 26, 2002).
Pretext Found. The Commission found that the agency's reasons for charging complainant with being absent without leave (AWOL) were a pretext for discriminatory animus toward complainant's race (Black) and in reprisal for his EEO activity. The Commission noted, for example, that the testimony of the management official (RMO1) who charged complainant with being AWOL was inconsistent and lacked specificity. The Commission also found that complainant had been given a discriminatory performance rating of "fair," by RMO1, and noted complainant's testimony that RMO1 and another agency official, RMO2, had refused to meet with him or give reasons for his low rating. As part of the relief awarded, the Commission directed the agency to: expunge complainant's record of AWOL charges; expunge his "fair" performance rating and replace it with a rating of "successful"; consider disciplinary action against RMO1 and RMO2; provide back pay; and investigate and issue a final decision on compensatory damages, attorney's fees and costs. Thompson v. Department of the Army (Walter Reed Army Medical Center), EEOC Appeal No. 01993239 (August 15, 2002).
Direct Evidence. The agency adopted a policy prohibiting the display of all non-postal material, specifically "anything that may be construed as sexual material or of a religious matter." The agency removed personal religious items from the work area of complainant, whom the Commission found had a sincerely held religious belief (Christian). The Commission found that the ban on all religious material was a violation of Title VII. Finding direct evidence of religious discrimination, the Commission found that the policy and written notice were promulgated in response to complainant's displays of religious materials. The Commission noted that the only justification for the agency's action was that other employees were "uncomfortable" with complainant's actions. The Commission further found that the agency had failed to meet its burden of showing that it would have taken the same measures absent discrimination. As part of the remedy ordered, the Commission directed the agency to rescind its ban on the display of religious items at work stations, absent a showing of changed circumstances currently warranting a uniform ban. The Commission also ordered the agency to advise complainant of his right to seek compensatory damages. Ritchie v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01995957 (August 27, 2002).
Hostile Work Environment. Finding that complainant was subjected to a hostile work environment on the basis of her protected EEO activity, the Commission noted that the hostility began once the agency settled the informal complaint, which had charged RMO, her immediate supervisor, with race discrimination and sexual harassment. The Commission further noted that the hostility continued for one year after RMO filed a civil action against complainant for defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress, seeking $5,000,000 in damages in state court. Citing its interpretation of Title VII, Commission precedent, and its Compliance Manual (Retaliation), the Commission concluded that the environment created by RMO and maintained by the agency, was reasonably likely to deter others from engaging in protected activity. While EEOC did not find the agency liable for RMO's civil action, it did find the agency liable for the creation of the hostile work environment. Citing its Guidance on unlawful harassment, the Commission found that, while complainant had acted reasonably, the agency had failed to take prompt corrective action. The Commission remanded this matter for a determination by an AJ on the issues of compensatory damages and make-whole equitable relief. Quick v. Department of the Air Force, EEOC Appeal No. 01A00116 (August 13, 2002).
Breach Found. Complainant alleged that the agency breached the provision of a settlement agreement (SA) in which it had agreed to purge complainant's personnel file of any reference to certain adverse actions taken against her. In finding a breach of the SA, the Commission held that a reasonable interpretation of the provision contemplated not merely the physical expungement of the adverse actions from complainant's personnel files, but a prohibition against verbal references to such actions, as well as attempts to rely upon them for future discipline. The Commission ordered specific performance of the SA. Miller v. Department of the Navy, EEOC Appeal No. 01A22612 (October 11, 2002).
Oral Settlement Agreement Not Binding. The Commission found a purported oral SA not binding, absent a verbal agreement reached before an EEOC AJ and a hearing transcript that documented the parties' agreement. Further, there was no evidence a proposed SA was signed by both parties, in accordance with 29 C.F.R. 1614.603. Harris v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A22673 (September 24, 2002).
EEO Contact Untimely. Finding complainant's initial EEO Counselor contact beyond the applicable time period of 45 days, the Commission found that complainant was on constructive notice of the time requirements due to the presence of EEO posters during the time in question. The Commission also found that complainant was not so mentally incapacitated, as she had claimed, that she could not meet the regulatory time limitations. Bowe v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A23712 (October 9, 2002).
EEO Contact Timely. In reversing the agency's finding of untimely EEO contact, the Commission found that the agency had failed to meet its burden of demonstrating that complainant was on notice of the applicable time period as a result of EEO posters on display in complainant's work facility, either by providing a copy of such posters or an affidavit describing the location of such posters during the relevant time period. Nor did the agency provide persuasive evidence that complainant was otherwise notified of the procedures for filing an EEO complaint any time during her employment with the agency. Hanratty v. Department of Defense (Defense Commissary Agency), EEOC Appeal No. 01A21331 (September 10, 2002).
Complainant, a Details Clerk, filed a formal EEO complaint claiming that he was sexually harassed from 1980 to 1995 by his supervisor (S1), in violation of Title VII. Incidents of harassment included: S1 touching, grabbing, and groping complainant's genitals; explicitly detailing what S1 would like to do to complainant's genitals; explicitly detailing what S1 would like complainant to do to him with complainant's genitals; fondling complainant about the chest and shoulders; and threatening and intimidating complainant to prevent him from reporting S1's behavior.
An EEOC Administrative Judge (AJ), subsequent to a hearing, found the agency liable for the sexual harassment of complainant. The AJ awarded complainant $250,000 in compensatory damages. The agency accepted the finding of discrimination, but rejected the award as excessive and filed an appeal with the Commission.
On appeal, the agency argued that the AJ erred by considering, for purposes of a compensatory damages award, any of the harm suffered prior to November 21, 1991, the effective date of the statute which allows complainants to seek compensatory damages for violations of Title VII. The agency also contended that complainant failed to mitigate his suffering because he failed to complain in a timely manner. However, the Commission found that this argument went to the issue of liability, not emotional pain and suffering. Accordingly, the Commission stated that it would address only the first argument and modified the agency's final order for the reasons set forth below.
In its decision, the Commission cited to Carle v. Department of the Navy, EEOC Appeal No. 01922369 (January 5, 1993), wherein the Commission explained that evidence of non-pecuniary damages could include a statement by the complainant explaining how he or she was affected by the discrimination. Statements from others, including family members, friends, and health care providers could address the outward manifestations of the impact the discrimination had on complainant. The complainant could also submit documentation of medical or psychiatric treatment related to the effects of the discrimination.
The Commission found that, limiting the period of consideration to events between November 21, 1991 and 1995, the harm suffered by complainant would have been of the same serious nature given 4 years of harassment or 15 years of harassment. Complainant provided medical documentation to support the conclusion that he had been emotionally harmed. The Commission noted that complainant suffers from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, extreme stress, nightmares, depression, sexual dysfunction, as well as fear of homosexuals or those who appear to be homosexual. Complainant further stated that his marriage failed as a direct result of harassment. Complainant's doctor listed numerous medications prescribed for complainant for the various physical effects caused by the conduct. The Commission found credible, given the severity of the harm suffered, complainant's assertion that, while he is making progress in therapy, he would probably require it for the rest of his life.
The Commission, however, reduced the AJ's award by half because it found the award to be punitive in nature, rather than remedial, based on the duration and egregious nature of the harassment instead of the actual harm sustained. Accordingly, the Commission ordered the agency to pay complainant $125,000 for the physical and mental harm complainant experienced and will continue to experience. The Commission noted that this award was similar to previous Commission awards where complainants experience significant physical and mental harm. Hughes v. Department of Veterans Affairs, EEOC Appeal No. 07A10095 (August 30, 2002).
Complainant, a Supervisor of Distribution Operations, claimed she was sexually harassed by a male Manager (RMO1). Specifically, she stated that RMO1 repeatedly commented on her clothing and physical attributes, indicated that going out with him could advance her career, and became hostile when she rejected his advances. Subsequent to a hearing, an AJ found that RMO1's actions constituted sexual harassment. The AJ recommended relief to include a reimbursement totaling $365 for medical and pharmacy bills, and $10,779 in pecuniary compensatory damages. In addition, with regard to non-pecuniary damages and entitlement to back pay for complainant's one-year absence when complainant was off work due to stress and depression, the AJ noted that the evidence showed that a portion of complainant's pain and suffering was not due to RMO1's sexual harassment but to rumors concerning complainant's being involved sexually with a coworker in the parking lot. The AJ rejected complainant's assertion that RMO1 was responsible for the rumors. Accordingly, the AJ found that just half of complainant's pain and suffering was due to RMO1's discriminatory acts. Noting that the Commission has awarded $100,000 for pain and suffering in similar cases, the AJ recommended $50,000 in non-pecuniary damages, and half of any non-reimbursed salary for the year complainant was off work. The agency's final order implemented the AJ's decision, but the complainant appealed the reduced amount of damages to EEOC.
In affirming the agency's final order on appeal, the Commission found that, given the severity of the psychological harm experienced by the complainant, the duration of the harassment, and the period of time complainant was off work, as well as the fact that half of complainant's harm was not caused by the agency's discriminatory acts, the AJ's award of $50,000 in non-pecuniary compensatory damages, and one-half of any non-reimbursed salary for the year complainant was off work due to stress and depression, was reasonable. Lazard v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A02426 (August 29, 2002).
An AJ found discrimination based on race (African American) and reprisal when the agency harassed complainant (including a proposal to remove her, which was later reduced to a suspension). The AJ concluded that complainant, who resigned from the agency, established that she had incurred emotional and physical harm as a direct result of discrimination. Complainant was diagnosed with alopecia (hair loss due to stress), and suffered from an upset stomach and depression. Complainant testified that her relationship with her husband had suffered since she isolated herself, and that she was depressed all the time. In addition, the AJ found that complainant sought frequent counseling from her pastor. Complainant's husband corroborated her testimony. Accordingly, the AJ awarded complainant $40,000 in compensatory damages.
The agency appealed the award, arguing that the medical evidence was limited and that there was little evidence from objective third parties. The agency further contended that the award was inconsistent with awards in similar cases and that the duration of the harm was no more than a few weeks.
The Commission affirmed the AJ's award. The Commission found that the record supported a finding that complainant continued to suffer harm as a result of the discriminatory suspension for approximately two years after her resignation. Subsequent to her resignation, complainant applied for numerous jobs in the federal and private sectors but was not offered any position, since her employment records at the agency reflected her suspension. Complainant testified that her depression continued after her resignation due to her inability to pursue her career. Having found that complainant's harm lasted about two years, the Commission sustained the AJ's determination of non-pecuniary damages in the amount of $40,000, and modified the agency's order accordingly. Wiggins v. Department of the Air Force, EEOC Appeal No. 07A10072 (July 23, 2002).
Complainant, a Sack Sorter Clerk, filed a formal EEO complaint on June 11, 1999. In support of her complaint, complainant stated that racially derogatory remarks were made in her presence between December 1998 and February 1999. The Commission's appellate decision found: that complainant was subjected to racially derogatory remarks; that the remarks constituted harassment; and that such harassment was sufficiently severe and pervasive to alter the conditions of complainant's employment and render the conditions of complainant's work environment both abusive and hostile. The Commission also found disingenuous the agency's attempt to argue that management was unaware of the harassment. Complainant complained to her supervisor on several occasions, to a second level supervisor, to the union, and to many of her coworkers. Similar concerns had been raised by other employees. The Commission concluded that the agency knew, or should have known, of the harassment. The Commission further found that none of the employees who made the harassing comments were disciplined or reassigned. Although the appellate decision noted that the agency attempted to investigate complainant's claims, there was no evidence to support a finding that the action the agency took was prompt or sufficiently appropriate to be corrective.
In a November 1999 statement in support of her claim for non-pecuniary damages, complainant averred that she experienced severe emotional problems resulting from the racial harassment. She took leave from the agency in March 1999, and there was no evidence that she ever returned to work. Complainant first began seeing a psychiatrist in May 1999, and was still seeing him in November 1999. Complainant stated that the psychiatrist diagnosed her with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder directly caused by the racial slurs and harassment, and prescribed medication. Complainant stated that she experienced insomnia, difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, feelings of helplessness, irritability, and a fear of being followed by those who harassed her. Complainant also stated that she had sustained significant hair loss, which a dermatologist attributed to her stress and anxiety. Complainant further asserted that she had worked continuously since she was thirteen years old, until March 1999. As a result of not working, she experienced financial trouble and incurred debt. Complainant stated that she did not have a history of emotional problems, with the exception of having seen a therapist between 1991 and 1992 for stress. The Commission noted that, at the time complainant was being racially harassed, complainant was experiencing some stress related to her son having moved in with his father and the resultant sense of loss she experienced. The Commission found the agency liable for racial harassment and awarded complainant $30,000 in non-pecuniary compensatory damages. The Commission found that, in the absence of specific evidence regarding the future duration of complainant's emotional suffering, this amount took into account the duration and severity of her past suffering. Carriker v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal No. 01A04962 (May 23, 2002); request to reconsider denied, EEOC Request No. 05A20909 (August 22, 2002).
Complainant, a Sales Area Manager at the agency's base exchange, worked in the candy department until she sustained an on-the-job neck injury requiring surgery. When she returned to work, complainant was transferred to the men's department, which required less lifting than the candy department position, to accommodate her 10-pound lifting restriction. She successfully worked within her restrictions under Supervisor A, in the men's department, until Supervisor A resigned in August 1993, and was replaced by Supervisor B who, complainant claimed, immediately began creating a hostile work environment by publicly humiliating, berating, and demeaning her on numerous occasions, as well as pressuring her to exceed her medical limitations, which exacerbated her neck condition. As a result of the overall harsh treatment by Supervisor B, the lack of an accommodation for her neck disability, and a sexually offensive and suggestive remark concerning complainant and a coworker made by Supervisor B (made out of complainant's presence but in front of both co-workers and customers), complainant subsequently informed Supervisor B that she was resigning. Supervisor B immediately sent complainant to personnel to process her resignation and refused to allow her two weeks notice or to reconsider her decision.
Complainant filed a complaint claiming discrimination and harassment based on race (Black), sex (female), and disability (post-operative herniated cervical disc residuals or "neck condition"), culminating in her constructive discharge on November 3, 1993. Subsequent to a hearing, an AJ found that Supervisor B had subjected complainant to a hostile work environment and found the sexually-suggestive remark particularly offensive. The AJ denied complainant's constructive discharge claim, but awarded complainant $3,000 for "the anxiety" complainant suffered as a result of the remark. Both parties filed appeals to the Commission.
The Commission agreed with the AJ's determination that complainant had prevailed in her harassment claim based on disability and the continuous, pervasive, and severe level of harassment of complainant by Supervisor B, publicly berating and embarrassing her. The Commission also found that complainant was constructively discharged when she reasonably felt forced to resign due to the objectively intolerable working conditions created by Supervisor B, including his efforts to have complainant's resignation immediately processed and giving her no recourse to change her mind.
Regarding the question of compensatory damages, the appellate decision noted complainant's assertion that she went into the ladies room to cry after incidents of public humiliation and was especially distressed on the day of her resignation, since she had worked for the agency for thirteen years and had worked herself up from stock clerk to manager. The Commission noted that complainant made no claim that her distress interfered with her personal relationships, or that this stress was so severe that she developed somatic symptoms, such as digestive problems, or that she required counseling. With regard to the increase in her neck pain and dysfunction, the Commission noted complainant's claims that, because of the lifting which Supervisor B required her to do, she suffered two additional disc protrusions, and may need additional surgery and that she was fearful and depressed anticipating this surgery. Complainant also testified that her neck pain and dysfunction prevented her from playing with her grandchildren. While complainant presented no medical evidence to show that the claimed exacerbation of her back disorder was the result of the heavy lifting Supervisor B required her to do, the Commission found that the agency did not challenge this contention. Accordingly, the Commission concluded that, based on the nature and severity of the emotional and physical harm to complainant, and the three-month period of harassment, complainant was entitled to an award of non- pecuniary damages in the amount of $15,000. Carmon-Coleman v. Department of Defense (Army & Air Force Exchange Service), EEOC Appeal No. 07A00003 (April 17, 2002), request to reconsider denied, EEOC Request No. 05A20761 (December 4, 2002).
In this case, an AJ found that complainant, who had been a Deputy Logistics Management Officer with the agency's activity in Alexandria, Virginia, was discriminated against on the bases of race (Black) and sex (female) when she was issued a letter of reprimand and was reassigned to the agency's Linthicum, Maryland, center and placed in the position of Program Analyst. The AJ determined that an award of $10,000 in compensatory damages was appropriate, noting complainant's testimony that her professional reputation was harmed; that she was physically and socially isolated from her coworkers and new supervisor; and that she was "devastated" and "humiliated" at being told that the agency had lost confidence in her managerial abilities, as well as being reassigned to a position where she would sit around and do nothing, and was constantly asking for more work. In rejecting the agency's appeal, the Commission found, given the duration and severity of the harm, that the AJ's award was reasonable. Howard v. Department of Defense (Defense Security Agency), EEOC Appeal No. 07A10098 (September 30, 2002).
Complainant filed six complaints in which he claimed the agency violated the Rehabilitation Act by committing various acts of discrimination against him between 1992 and 1997. The agency found discrimination in all six complaints, and the only issue on appeal was the adequacy of remedies offered by the agency. An AJ had awarded $60,000 in compensatory damages resulting from the agency's six-year treatment of complainant, causing him to suffer severe mental and emotional harm. In its final decision, the agency awarded $8,000 in non-pecuniary damages. On appeal, the Commission found that the AJ erred in identifying the period during which damages should be assessed. The Commission found the earliest incident occurred in September 1992, and not June 1991 as the AJ had stated. In addition, the Commission found that, as a consequence of the agency's failure to provide complainant with work within his medical restrictions, despite the fact that such work was available, complainant was unemployed between September 25, 1992, and February 23, 1993, and again between May 28, 1993, and July 29, 1996. Complainant claimed to have been left homeless during his second unemployment period, and to have suffered emotional trauma from the agency's discrimination. It was not until September 9, 1997, that complainant was given work within his medical restrictions. The Commission found that complainant was entitled to compensatory damages because the agency failed to make a good faith effort to provide complainant with reasonable accommodation for his disability (bilateral epicondylitis).
In determining the appropriate amount of compensatory damages to award, however, the Commission found little evidence beyond complainant's own hearing testimony and affidavits. There were no documents pertaining to his hospitalization in May 1995, or medical records that explicitly attributed complainant's reaction to the stress of being out of work. As for complainant's assertion that he was taking medication for high blood pressure, the Commission found no evidence of a written prescription or pharmacy bills. There was also no medical statement that explicitly linked complainant's high blood pressure to the stress engendered from his employment situation, or that indicated his reinstatement had any effect on his blood pressure. As to his being homeless, complainant provided no information as to the dates or circumstances of his situation. The Commission could not determine, for example, whether complainant was left to wander the streets or whether he was able to live with friends or relatives during the time that he was allegedly homeless. The only element of complainant's testimony which was corroborated was his statement regarding his credit problems. Accordingly, the Commission affirmed the agency's award of $8,000 in nonpecuniary damages. Williams v. United States Postal Service, EEOC Appeal Nos. 01992449 & 01992560 (September 26, 2002).
This matter arose from a prior decision wherein the Commission found that complainant had been sexually harassed by her male coworkers. The Commission ordered the agency to investigate and issue a decision on complainant's claim for compensatory damages. The agency issued a new final decision and awarded complainant $5,000 in non-pecuniary damages. On appeal, the Commission affirmed the agency's award. In its affirmance, the Commission stated that it had considered a number of factors in reaching its conclusion, including: the nature and severity of the discrimination, and the nature and severity of complainant's mental anguish and related symptoms, and the evidence pertaining to mental anguish. The Commission determined that the evidence on this issue largely consisted of brief testimony by complainant and her family, a declaration by complainant's friend, a two-paragraph letter from complainant's doctor, and a one-sentence letter from the Clinical Director of a "Family Service Center." Finally, the Commission stated that it considered the amounts awarded in similar cases and noted that the record contained no psychiatric evaluations or evidence that complainant received any medications to treat her mental and emotional state beyond June 18, 1993. Accordingly, the Commission found that $5,000 was a proper award for the anguish suffered by complainant during the period of February 24, 1993, through June 18, 1993. Stapp v. Department of the Navy, EEOC Appeal No. 01A05634 (September 9, 2002).


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Used 2019 HondaFit EX Hatchback
- Stock: KM722253A
- Odometer
- 5,128 miles
- Fuel Economy
- 31.0/36.0 mpg City/Hwy
- Exterior Color
- Crystal Black Pearl
- Interior Color
- Black
- Body/Seating
- Hatchback/5 seats
- Transmission
- continuously variable automatic
- Drivetrain
- front-wheel
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 cyl
Highlighted Features
- Lane departure
- Distance pacing cruise control
- Power moonroof
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera right
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Split folding rear seat
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Distance pacing cruise control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power moonroof
- Power windows
- Proximity keyless entry
- Rear beverage holders
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 185/55HR16.0
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Power steering
- Rear tires: 185/55HR16.0
- Wheel size: 16"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Primary LCD size: 7.0"
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 3
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Speakers: 6
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth HandsFreeLink
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Rear seats: split-bench
- Split folding rear seat
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 1.5
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 31mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 33mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 36mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 10.6gal.
- Horsepower: 128hp @ 6,600RPM
- Manual-shift auto
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Torque: 113 lb.-ft. @ 4,600RPM
- Transmission: continuously variable automatic
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: liftgate
- Spoiler
- Compression ratio: 11.50 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,199kg (2,644lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 73.0mm x 89.5mm (2.87" x 3.52")
- Engine displacement: 1.5 L
- Engine horsepower: 128hp @ 6,600RPM
- Engine torque: 113 lb.-ft. @ 4,600RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,702mm (67.0")
- Exterior height: 1,524mm (60.0")
- Exterior length: 4,100mm (161.4")
- Front headroom: 965mm (38.0")
- Front hiproom: 1,308mm (51.5")
- Front legroom: 1,052mm (41.4")
- Front shoulder room: 1,392mm (54.8")
- Interior cargo volume: 470 L (17 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 1,492 L (53 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,656L (93.8 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 955mm (37.6")
- Rear hiproom: 1,146mm (45.1")
- Rear legroom: 998mm (39.3")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,336mm (52.6")
- Turning radius: 5.3m (17.5')
- Wheelbase: 2,530mm (99.6")
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Display: digital/analog
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Exterior parking camera right: Honda LaneWatch yes
- Forward collision: Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) + FCW mitigation
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
Back-Up Camera, Satellite Radio, iPod/MP3 Input. Rear Spoiler, MP3 Player, Sunroof, Aluminum Wheels, Keyless Entry, Child Safety Locks, Steering Wheel Controls. Honda EX with Crystal Black Pearl exterior and Black interior features a 4 Cylinder Engine with 128 HP at 6600 RPM*.
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KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
Excellent & great fun to drive this gas-saver
By Padman on Tuesday, December 24, 2019Absolutely no problems in 5 years. Amazed at all the standard features for which other mfgs charge extra. Favorable comments on the Mystic Yellow paint. The sub-compact size and short turning radius makes parking a breeze. I'm 6'4" and fit comfortably. I highly recommend this car. P.S. My wife likes it, too. The car could use more insulation against road noise.
- 5.0
Best small car you can buy
By Mxa on Wednesday, October 30, 2019I'm not so sure about some of the negative reviews here, but sound like dealer or personal issues. I've owned Toyota Yaris, Corolla, Kia Soul EV, Rav4, and the new Fit by far surpasses all those in safety, comfort, roominess, and features. I am also getting much better mileage than EPA rating. I have the EX with CVT and have consistently achieved 41 to 45 MPG in my 35 miles commute (combination of city, freeway, flat road, uphills and downhill). Toyota doesn't even offer half of the safety and convenience features on their vehicles costing almost twice as much. The engine is small, but amazingly nimble and I never feel like it's under powered. Some of the standard options like auto dimming headlights, adaptive cruise control (which brings the car to full stop), side lane camera, and automatic steering back into lane are things that are only available in much more expensive cars. Nobody offers these features in a compact car under $19k. I highly recommend this car for both the young and old.
- 4.0
2015 Honda Fit review LX Model
By Tony on Monday, August 12, 2019Like the car, What's funny is the rear seat has more room than the front. A couple more inches in the front would be better for us taller folks. I change my own oil. The plastic engine underguard is inferior and the pins flyout. Twice I have had to jack it up and replace some of them. I try to use the exact replacement parts as what came out of it if any need replacement. The car does get pretty good mileage as I always drive highway. 44-45 mpg. For a small car it does get up and go pretty well. Too. You can run 65 all day long with ac running and still get 44-45 mpg on all highway trips even loaded with 5-6 suitcases. AC works Ok for the front people. But people in the rear have made minor complaints in the hot summer time that they could use more cooling there.
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For 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid, 115 combined miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe) electric rating; 47 city/46 highway/46 combined MPG gasoline only rating. 13 mile maximum EV mode driving range rating. 570 mile combined gas-electric driving range rating. Based on 2014 EPA mileage and driving range ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your MPGe/MPG and driving range will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, lithium-ion battery age/condition, and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml.


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The Best Films Directed by Famous Actors
List Rules Only movies directed by famous ACTORS (or at least people who are known for their acting as much as for directing)
Several great films were directed by actors. Many of these films went on to win Academy Awards and others became summer blockbusters. When actors step behind the camera, great things can happen. Some actors have directed and starred as well. This list of the best movies directed by famous actors is loosely ranked by fame and popularity.
Kevin Costner's fantastic directorial debut Dances with Wolves took home seven Oscars in 1990. Costner personally received statues for Best Director and Best Picture. Swingers actor Jon Favreau went on to direct the summer blockbusters Iron Man and Iron Man 2. He also directed the Christmas classic Elf.
Other great films directed by actors include Citizen Kane (Orson Welles), A Beautiful Mind (Ron Howard) and Unforgiven (Clint Eastwood).
Are you surprised that so many great films are directed by actors? Vote up the films you think are the best below or add the movie you think is the greatest, that was directed by a famous actor or actress.
Want to vote on more films like these? Check out this list of The Best Directorial Debuts of Famous Actors.


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Lagoon Reconstruction
The city constructed the Triangle Lake Lagoon just north of the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant in 1970 to store and treat solids produced during the wastewater treatment process. Environmental Services is working on a long-term lagoon reconstruction project. Phases three and four of the project have begun and will continue until the end of 2020
The work includes dewatering parts of the lagoon, removing solids (watch the video below to see how they do it), and reconstructing and lining the lagoon system. To maintain daily plant operations, Environmental Services is completing the project in phases over several years.
Environmental Services began depositing dried solids in the south section in summer 2013 and will continue depositing dried solids in that section for several years while work continues on the lagoon's north section.
Columbia Slough Trail Closures
Construction occasionally requires the project contractor to close the Columbia Slough trail to safely move equipment and vehicles in and out of the construction area. The city posts signs and maintains a recorded hotline (503-823-1993) to advise trail users of periodic closures during the lagoon reconstruction project.
Odor Advisory and Reporting
During construction, the contractor dewaters portions of the lagoon to allow solids at the bottom to dry before removal. There may be a slight increase in odor during drying and solids removal. The contractor uses special equipment and techniques to minimize odors during construction. Neighbors can subscribe to the Plant's Odor Notification System to receive notice when maintenance and construction projects will result in odors beyond treatment plant boundaries. Go to www.portlandonline.com/bes/odors to sign up for odor notifications, or to report an odor online.
For More Information
Contact Debbie Caselton at 503-823-2831.