Wednesday, May 11, 2016

LAW & JUSTICE/ ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK REPORTS

LAW & JUSTICE REPORT

FROM THE DOJ:

Deputy Attorney General Sally Q. Yates Delivers Remarks at the New York City Bar Association White Collar Crime Conference

Head of the Civil Rights Division Vanita Gupta Delivers Remarks at Press Conference Announcing Complaint Against the State of North Carolina to Stop Discrimination Against Transgender Individuals

Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch Delivers Remarks at Press Conference Announcing Complaint Against the State of North Carolina to Stop Discrimination Against Transgender Individuals

Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch Delivers Commencement Address at the Hooding Ceremony for Howard University School of Law

Pennsylvania State Senator and Pennsylvania Democratic Party Official Charged in Vote Buying Scheme


FROM THE FBI FILES:

Child Sexual Exploitation Threat from Pedophiles Online is ‘Vast and Extensive’

Violent Criminal Apprehension Program Part 2: The Highway Serial Killings Initiative

MS-13 Gangsters Convicted of Multiple Murders and Attempted Murder

Statistics on 2014 Cargo Thefts Released

FBI Expands Missing Girl Search, Offers $5,000 Reward 

INTERPOL: Heads of INTERPOL and UK National Crime Agency discuss security

In other law and justice news headlines...

Warrant: Minnesota doctor saw Prince, prescribed drugs (AP)

White ex-cop faces federal charges in Walter Scott's death (AP)

Ex-CBC radio hosts apologizes; sex assault charge dropped (AP)

New play explores life, legacy of slain teen Trayvon Martin (AP)

Colorado inmate files first claim of paternity in Prince's estate (REU)

Missouri to execute man who killed three, including deputy sheriff (REU)

White House prods Senate on Garland amid Republican blockade (REU)

Following Trump's win, Senate leader reaffirms Garland opposition (REU)

Texas man surrenders in case involving toddlers who were tied up (REU)


ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK

Born Without Hands, Girl Wins National Handwriting Contest--DISABILITY SCOOP

Justice Department Postpones Web Accessibility Rules---DISABILITY SCOOP

First ABLE Accounts Expected This Summer---DISABILITY SCOOP

HUD'S FAIR HOUSING DECISION UPHELD BY FIRST CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
San Juan, Puerto Rico, Condo Association Discriminated Against Resident with Disabilities

The smiling terminally ill mother who killed her severely disabled daughter in a botched mercy killing murder-suicide to prevent her from ending up in an institution---DAILY MAIL UK

FAO: EDITORIAL: COLLIER COMMISSION MAKES RIGHT CALL TO KEEP FLUORIDE IN WATER SYSTEM


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Tuesday, May 10, 2016

WORLD AND NATIONAL DIGEST REPORTS

WORLD NEWS DIGEST

From the US MISSION TO THE UN:

Remarks at a UN Security Council Debate on Bosnia and Herzegovina

Remarks at Moms +SocialGood 2016

Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Aleppo, Syria

FROM THE UN NEWS CENTER:

UN Forum on indigenous issues opens 2016 session with focus on conflict, peace and resolution

UN regrets execution of six people in Afghanistan

Egypt: UN experts report worsening crackdown on protest

Ban condemns deadly terrorist attack against police officers in Egypt

US STATE DEPT:

Remarks Before His Meeting With French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault

Secretary Kerry's Meeting With Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir

U.S. Hails Entry into Force of Amendment to the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material

The United States and Europe

US DEFENSE DEPT:

U.S. Special Ops Forces, Afghan Commandos Rescue Hostage

Carter: Threat-Reduction Program Was Novel Response to Historic Change

Career Infantry Officer Leads Eucom, NATO Allied Command Operations

Carter Presents Kissinger With DoD’s Distinguished Public Service Award

In other world news headlines

London mayor slams Trump's 'ignorant' view of Islam (AP)

70 years after Hiroshima, Obama to pay historic visit (AP)

related white house press release: Statement by the Press Secretary on the President’s Travel to Vietnam and Japan

Mass rally in North Korea after congress bolsters leader (AP)

New Philippine leader seen as emancipator, looming dictator (AP)

AP Explains: Why Brazilian president faces impeachment (AP)


NATIONAL DIGEST

THE WHITE HOUSE: President Obama in Flint: "It's Not Enough Just to Fix the Water"

THE WHITE HOUSE: Remarks by the President on the Economy

THE WHITE HOUSE: FACT SHEET: Obama Administration Announces Public and Private Sector Efforts to Increase Community Resilience through Building Codes and Standards

FDA issues rule for data collection of antimicrobial sales and distribution by animal species

US TREASURY:  U.S. Treasury Department Issues White Paper on Online Marketplace Lending Industry

USDA: People’s Gardens, Farmers Markets & CSAs at USDA and Across Government

USDA: Will Chestnuts Roast on an Open Fire Again Someday?

DEPT of INTERIOR: 15 Facts About Our National Mammal: The American Bison

DEPT OF INTERIOR: Secretary Jewell, Director Jarvis Participate in Public Meeting on Community’s Vision for Preservation of Stonewall Site

EPA: New Hampshire Organizations and Residents Recognized by EPA for Environmental Achievements

In other national news headlines...

Clinton, Sanders face off in West Virginia as Trump looks on (REU)

Sanders plan raises incomes but also U.S. deficits, analysts say (REU)

Trump retreats on comments on raising taxes on the wealthy (REU)

Commentary: Party leaders often disliked their nominee. It’s the public vitriol that’s new. (REU)

Republican Rubio distances himself from Trump VP talk (REU)


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Denominational Division or Unity in Christ?--Gospel Way



Editorial note: I want to thank all my international readership for their interest in this publication.

Monday, May 9, 2016

MONDAY'S BUSINESS AND FINANCE REPORT

FROM THE US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Saving Our Energy Future


Coal Jobs are Vanishing Before Our Very Eyes

Without Global Trade, Say Adios to Your Cinco de Mayo Margarita

FEDERAL RESERVE: The Federal Reserve Board announced on Monday that it is accepting applications from individuals who wish to be considered for membership on the Community Advisory Council (CAC).

FEDERAL RESERVE: The Federal Reserve Board is cosponsoring a policy forum this week to explore changing demographic and economic trends that affect housing and community development policy in rural communities. 

FEDERAL RESERVE: The Federal Reserve Board on Tuesday proposed a rule to support U.S. financial stability by enhancing the resolvability of very large and complex financial firms. ---Posted May 3rd press release

US TREASURY: Treasury Sanctions the Waked Money Laundering Organization

US TREASURY: Treasury Announces Key Regulations and Legislation to Counter Money Laundering and Corruption, Combat Tax Evasion

US TREASURY: Quarterly Refunding Statement of Acting Assistant Secretary for Financial Markets Daleep Singh

US DEPT OF LABOR:

STATEMENT OF US LABOR SECRETARY PEREZ ON APRIL EMPLOYMENT NUMBERS

CSX TRANSPORTATION INC. RETALIATED AGAINST EMPLOYEE AT SELKIRK, NEW YORK FACILITY WHO REPORTED SAFETY CONCERNS, OSHA INVESTIGATION FINDS

ELIZABETH CONTRACTOR AGAIN EXPOSES WORKERS TO DANGEROUS RISK OF FALLS, OSHA FINDS AT DOWNTOWN JERSEY CITY BUILD SITE

IRS:
IRS Regulations Provide Guidance for New Voluntary Certification Program; Application Process for Professional Employer Organizations Opens July 1

IRS User Fee Program

ACT to Submit Recommendations at June Meeting

In other business and finance news...

A Trump presidency has some Wall Street bulls running wild---CNBC

Krispy Kreme being taken private for $1.35 billion---FORBES

​Some nonprofit hospitals are among the most profitable--CBS NEWS

China Continues to Prop Up Its Ailing Factories, Adding to Global Glut---WSJ

Many Crowdfunding Consultants Come Up Short--WSJ


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Saturday, May 7, 2016

IF CITY FORM OF GOVERNMENT HAPPENS, WILL WE HAVE BUYERS REMORSE?

EVEN IF THE CITY FORM OF GOVERNMENT IS CHANGED WHO WOULD SERVE ON NEW COUNCIL?
Yesterdays edition of the "Port Angeles Digest" I shared an article from the Peninsula Daily News with the headline: Port Angeles fluoridation foes file petition to change form of city government.
See full PDN article: http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/article/20160507/NEWS/305079986/weekend-rewind-port-angeles-fluoridation-foes-file-petition-to

What I didn't mention in my editorial note, I signed that petition, in hopes that some common sense would prevail, and the four council members who voted in favor of continuing adding flouride would see the error of their ways, and at least one would change their vote, and support the will of the majority who voted in that so called citizen advisory poll against the practice. A poll I might add ended up being ignored. As for this ad hoc committee, that too ended up being a waste of time given the recommendation being offered. This tells me that the current council has grown deaf to the voice of the people who elected them into office. It appears they only want to listen to the voice of the people when it's election time.
 My point here today, which I made mention in yesterday's posting, that given the current atmosphere, and the specter of having an ethics compliant filed against anyone who sits on the council, on a whim for any reason they can come up with, just out of spite or otherwise, who would want to even serve on the council, or for that matter any board given these ethic complaints being leveled. Have these who been passing around this petition which they filed this week thought of that? Who do they plan to have run for city council at this point?
Surely, they must have some people in mind? Then again would they even want to given the risk they too could face an ethic compliant on a whim. I really don't think anyone has really put some thought into this, and I fear this will end up harming the city's image even further in the long term. Another thing to consider in this if they dismiss the current council, and boot them all out of office, how long would it take to form a new one? Think on how that would effect the city's business, and items which are time sensitive, and a delay like finding a new council would hamper many of the contracts and agreements which are now before the current council.  Has anyone thought on that? I think we all will have a "buyers" remorse when it's all said and done.

WHAT'S ON TAP FOR NEXT WEEK


Clallam County Work session agenda for Monday:
Agenda highlight item: Port Angeles Public Access funding request (TBD)

County Commission regular meeting Agenda highlight items:
2a Agreement with Pioneer Propane, LLC, a Washington Limited Liability Company to purchase
easement for the Carlsborg Sewer System Project
2b Amendment 1 with State of Washington County Road Administration Board (CRAB) which will enable CRAB to authorize an increase in RATA funds for paving and improvements to Dry Creek Road



 Port Discusses Timber Issues at Special Meeting in Forks
This past Monday the Port Commission held an open public meeting at the Olympic Natural Resources Center in Forks to discuss timber issues with stakeholders and the public. The four hour meeting included presentations on cross laminated timber (CLT), timber advocacy, the county trust lands, carbon tax and sequestration, the formation of a timber advisory committee, prearrange calculations and an update from the American Forest Resource Council.
To learn more about the topics discussed, click on the link below to read the article in the Forks Forum newspaper.


PORT COMMISSION WORK SESSION AGENDA HIGHLIGHT ITEM: JOINT MEETING WITH CITY COUNCIL TOPICS SCHEDULE

PORT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA HIGHLIGHT ITEM: TWO financal reports for the first quarter. See full agenda for details: http://www.portofpa.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/05092016-150


Other area meetings this coming week
City of Sequim agenda item highlight: Phone, Internet, Computer and E-mail Use Policy

PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA ITEM HIGHLIGHT:  Draft Marijuana-Related Code Amendments


CITY OF FORKS AGENDA HIGHLIGHT: Pacific fishery management council ocean season report

Jefferson County Commission agenda item highlight: AGREEMENT re: Upper Hoh Road Culvert Replacement, M.P. 6.95, County Project No. CR18962, Federal Aid Project No. PLH-A160(001); In the Amount of $791,447; Jefferson County Public Works; Jordan Excavating, Inc.
Details: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commissioners/Agenda/2016%20Attach/050916_ca06.pdf


 





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Friday, May 6, 2016

PORT ANGELES DIGEST

CATCH 22 SCENARIO ETHICS COMPLAINT FILED, OR POLITICAL TIT FOR TAT JOB?

Just when you thought the onslaught of ethic complaints were solely being filed against those who mostly voted for fluoridation, and the out of control Feb 2nd meeting couldn't get any worse. Now, except for the one of the new crop of City Council members facing an ethics complaint. Brad Collins who voted in favor of continuing fluoride, is now face with an ethics complaint of his own, he was also named with the three council members in the complaint filed by Marie Wiggins, the wife of former mayor Glenn Wiggins, also named in the complaint were: Council members: Whetham, Bruch, and Merideth, along with Collins. The reason for the complaint as Wiggins puts it is because these four council members stayed after the Feb 2 meeting was adjourned, and fielded comments by anti flouride citizens attending that fateful meeting. Up until now these four council members were spared the ethic compliant rod, that has changed apparently, its a catch 22 scenario readers, one group of council members are being charged for wrongly adjourning a meeting, and leaving, now you have this group being charged for staying around and hearing comments from majority of city residents took the time to voice their opinion on a "straw poll", only to have it ignored by the four council members who voted to continue putting fluoride in the water system. It's a darn if you do or don't scenario: Should they have stayed and fielded comments, or should they have left? My question why is this being done now? During the last city council meeting in April, Wiggins spoke on the merits of her friend the embattled Cherie Kidd who is still facing an public admonishment for her role on the meeting of Feb 2nd. See Clallam county public eye city council meeting April 19th: time sec 37: 08

Why didn't she file her compliant then? Why wait until this Tuesday's city council meeting?
On April 19th Wiggins stated that Kidd should not be publicly admonished.
To me this just seems all too convenient to be just coincidental if you ask me, no sooner than Kidd is facing a public admonishing, then this latest ethic complaint is field two weeks after!? So, yeah I do have to question the timing of all of this.
As I said this bog of ethics complaints has been a clever distraction from the root cause, that four council members decided to ignore the will of the people. Now it appears that side of the story is hitting the fan on two levels.

related stories...
Ethics complaint names four Port Angeles City Council members---PDN

Quoting from the article posted:  "An ethical conduct complaint has been filed against Port Angeles City Council members Brad Collins, Lee Whetham, Sissi Bruch and Michael Merideth.
 Wiggins said in her complaint that on Feb. 2, the four council members who stayed after adjournment “continued to conduct city business by listening to comments from the public at an unauthorized gathering” in violation of state law.
State law “clearly defines the process required when a council meeting has been shut down by disorderly conduct,” Wiggins said."
*The following article points out two points of this whole fluoride drama hitting the fan...
Port Angeles fluoridation foes file petition to change form of city government--PDN

quote from the article posted: "  The ad hoc fluoridation committee, headed by Councilman Brad Collins, who favors fluoridation, and Councilwoman Sissi Bruch, who is against it, reached a consensus “to support a school-related oral healthcare program that identifies students with severe tooth decay and makes referrals to an oral health care educator(s) supported by community resources,” according to the committee’s report. But Bruch and Collins said there was no consensus on continuing or stopping fluoridation, so the committee did not address the issue in its report."

Public eye video of city council meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFaXZDVgHuo

1) Even if they manage to change the form of city government, who are they going to find, who will be willing to serve on a replacement city council? Knowing they too could be targeted for ethics complaints  in the future for any reason? Who would want to serve on any council or committee under those circumstances at this point? We made serving on these boards a joke!
2) As I said, this ad hoc committee was nothing more than a smoke screen and a complete waste of time as shown in the article posted by the PDN.

PDN: Accusation of perjury leveled at Port Angeles deputy mayor; Jefferson County investigates

Article quote: Port Angeles resident Dale Wilson accused Kidd of falsely claiming that Councilman Lee Whetham inflamed residents who attended a Feb. 2 City Council meeting.

Board of ethics committee meeting Kidd testifying time index starting at 1:07:22
( From Clallam public eye)


Clallam public eye taping of Feb. 2nd meeting, time index starting 1:59

Video off an IPHONE shared by the PDN article, is dark and can't really see whats going on. 

Editorial Comment: The video which Dale Wilson publisher of the Port O Call, is referring to was done on an IPHONE, I could not make out from the video what was really going on at the dias of the city council.  The quality of the video wasn't really clear in my opinion it was done at a distance, and lighting was dark. You couldn't really see what was going on in the clip. To get a good quality recording a IPHONE you need to be up front where the action is, not way back in the room.

Other local headline news...
Clallam County commissioners agree to fund two years of mandated septic programs---PDN


Clallam Public Utility District: Carbon tax going before voters Nov. 8 would raise electrical rates--PDN
Quoting from the article posted: Clallam PUD officials estimated Monday that if Initiative 732 passes, it would lead to an increase in electric rates of between 1 percent and 4 percent in the first year.

Editorial Comment: I just knew with a passage of climate change policy, this would be coming next. Now the question is will the County Commission pass a carbon tax?

Port Angeles residents urged to give input on comprehensive plan at meetings next week---PDN

Clallam County awards two contracts to Port Angeles construction companies---PDN

Clallam treasurer to speak to Democrats next Wednesday in Port Angeles---PDN

Port Angeles Historical Society Seeks To Purchase And Restore Old Fire Hall---PORT O CALL

State approves funding for two modular school buildings in Sequim---SEQUIM GAZETTE

City advances short-term rental plan
Public comment sought as planning commission prepares review---PT LEADER

QVSD Locked-down on Tuesday---FORKS FORUM

PUD Facing I-732 Initiative Tax Increase---KONP RADIO

Fluoride committee reaches consensus on only one item---KONP RADIO

Inn: Half for haves, half for have-nots
Community gets a glimpse at the new Old Alcohol Plant in Port Hadlock---PT LEADER

Port finalists: Gibboney, Peters, Englin Friday public interviews set---PT LEADER

NEWS FROM ACROSS THE STRAIT

Harbour pathway will be for pedestrians only, Victoria council decides---TIMES COLONIST

Turpel-Lafond demands retraction from Speaker--TIMES COLONIST

Residents propose changes to prevent demolition of character homes---VICTORIA NEWS/ Victoria BC


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Thursday, May 5, 2016

THE OLYMPIC DIGEST REPORT

News from our Congressional Delegation:

Cantwell, Local Wine Growers Discuss Uncorking Industry’s Bottled Up Potential With Senator’s help, Lewis-Clark Valley’s American Viticulture Area designation brings welcome boost--press release issued May 3rd


Cantwell, Colleagues Urge Department of Education to Clarify Legal Protections for LGBT Students Senator calls for Department to release comprehensive non-discrimination guidelines to better protect transgender students in middle school, high school, and college--press release issued May 3rd


Cantwell to State Leaders: Healthcare is Out of Reach for Too Many Washingtonians
Cantwell, McDermott, State Rep. June Robinson and advocates call for state leaders to adopt proven solution: Basic Health Plan---press release issued May 2nd


Sen. Murray Announces New Investments in Community Health Centers Across Washington State---press release issued May 4th


Sen. Murray Applauds Alcoa’s Announcement to Keep Workers on the Job at Intalco Aluminum Smelter---press release issued May 2nd

Murray Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Address Shortage Of Beds, Staffing For Severely Disabled Veterans---press release issued May 2nd


NEWS FROM WASHINGTON ACCESS:

Inslee statement on REC Silicon announcement to restart production at Moses Lake---press release issued May 4th

Inslee statement on Alcoa's announcement that it will retain over 500 jobs at its Ferndale facility---press release issued May 2nd

WSDA: Gypsy moth treatments wrap up across Western Washington 

AG: Statement from AG Ferguson regarding reported exposures to Hanford tank vapors  

WA DEPT OF COMMERCE: Dr. Joseph Williams named state Director of Economic Development for the Information and Communication Technology sector
Former industry executive and business-government-economics school dean at Seattle Pacific University will serve as principal adviser to Governor Inslee, director of economic development for the information and communication technology industry sector in Washington state.

DOE: Comments sought on Franklin County's shoreline plan

DOE: New wastewater permit for fruit packers up for review

WDFW: WDFW OK's razor clam dig beginning May 6 on two beaches

WDFW: 2016 Puget Sound-area Fishing Seasons Update

DOH: State revokes, suspends licenses, certifications, registrations of health care providers

DLI: Preventing deadly falls the focus of construction 'Safety Stand-Down'

DOR: Taxable sales for 2015 hit $135 billion mark

WSDOT Toll Division uses performance audit results to implement new, improve existing programs

UTC: Regulators release report into 2014 explosion at liquid natural gas facility

Other headline news around the state...

Statewide schools water screening still sits on shelf--THE OLYMPIAN

The stubborn tax gap is mission impossible---THE OLYMPIAN/Opinion

Chris Hansen: Stop 'vile' sexist comments against Seattle City Council women--SEATTLE PI

A tremendous parting gift for Mariners fans---SEATTLE TIMES

Weyerhaeuser mansion parties incompatible with neighborhood, judge rules---TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE


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Editorial Note: This report is now known as The Olympic Digest report, rather than the Olympia Digest. This report which will appear on Thursdays will cover press release from both our US Congressional delegation to Washington DC, and the State agencies press releases, maybe a few headlines from other state news agencies.

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Values Clarification, Humanism, and Morals Education in Public Schools--Gospel Way

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

LAW AND JUSTICE/ ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK REPORTS

LAW & JUSTICE


From the DOJ:

Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch Delivers Closing Remarks at National Reentry Week Event in Mobile, Alabama---press release dated April 29th


Halliburton and Baker Hughes Abandon Merger After Department of Justice Sued to Block Deal

Departments of Justice and Education Reach Settlement with Arizona Department of Education to Meet the Needs of English Language Learner Students


FROM THE FBI FILES:

Violent Criminal Apprehension Program Part 1: Sharing Information to Stop Serial Offenders

Incidents of Ransomware on the Rise Protect Yourself and Your Organization

Nine Individuals, Including Five Registered Brokers, Indicted For Orchestrating A $131 Million Market Manipulation Scheme Defendants Allegedly Profited by Selling to Investors Worthless Stock of a Company That Purported to be a Worldwide Distributor and Provider of LED Lighting Products and Solutions

Dallas Man Sentenced to More Than 17 Years in Federal Prison for Role in Takeover-Style Robbery of AT&T Store in Grand Prairie

North Carolina Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Operating Violent and Extensive Sex Trafficking Enterprise

FDA: Federal court orders rice noodle company to stop selling products until it complies with food safety regulations

INTERPOL: Organized crime networks behind ivory and rhino horn trafficking targeted in East Africa

INTERPOL holds training on maritime crime scene investigations in Madagascar

INTERPOL training to strengthen border management in West Africa


In other law and justice headline news...

Girl's abduction, death leave Navajo community heartbroken (AP)

Killer of 4 to testify against man charged with slaying 7 (AP)

Ferguson seeking to replace city prosecutor (AP)

U.S. top court rejects POM Wonderful appeal over ads (REU)

Supreme Court rejects challenge to Seattle minimum wage law (REU)

Obama takes Supreme Court fight to Republican senators' home turf (REU)

Woman says selfie provoked argument that led to fatal shooting at Texas Walgreens ---Washington Post

New York podiatrist, girlfriend accused of plotting to kill wife---FOX NEWS


ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK:



Feds: Relying On Nursing Homes For Those With Disabilities Not OK---DISABILITY SCOOP

Uber Settlement Requires Drivers To Accommodate Service Animals---DISABILITY SCOOP

Airline Accessibility Remains An Issue---DISABILITY SCOOP

HUD AWARDS $355 MILLION FOR LOCAL HOMELESS PROGRAMS
Funding support 1,200 local homeless housing and service programs

FAO: MAY 4 PUBLIC HEARING IN NYC ON USING MEDICAID TO PAY FOR NEW FLUORIDATION SCHEMES

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Is It Unloving to Spank Our Children?---Gospel Way

Tuesday, May 3, 2016

WORLD AND NATIONAL DIGEST REPORTS

WORLD NEWS DIGEST

NEWS FROM OUR US MISSION TO THE UN:

Statement on China’s Foreign NGO Management Law

Explanation of Vote at the Adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2285 on the Renewal of the UN Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara

Response at a UN Security Council Debate on Ukraine

NEWS FROM THE UN NEWS CENTER:

On World Day, UN highlights link between press freedom and development

Greater assistance needed to help tackle Iraq’s humanitarian crisis – UN refugee agency

UN refugee agency appoints Cate Blanchett as global Goodwill Ambassador

US STATE DEPT: Remarks With UN Special Envoy Staffan de Mistura after Their Meeting

Under Secretary Stengel To Travel to Seattle, Washington on World Press Freedom Day

US DEPT OF DEFENSE: CNO: USS Truman’s Arabian Gulf Presence Extended 30 Days

Carter to Convene Counter-ISIL Defense Ministers Meeting in Germany

In other world news headlines...

American killed in combat in Iraq was Navy SEAL (AP)

German comedian bashes Merkel's response to his Erdogan poem (AP)

Sandringham is British royals' much-loved country retreat (AP)

NATIONAL DIGEST


THE WHITE HOUSE: Weekly Address: It’s Time for the Senate To Do Its Job

THE WHITE HOUSE: FACT SHEET AND REPORT: President Obama Celebrates Great Teachers and Our Nation’s Educational Progress

FDA: FDA launches public education campaign to prevent and reduce tobacco use among LGBT young adults

 Treasury Designates Colombian Crime Boss Jose Bayron Piedrahita Ceballos For Support To La Oficina De Envigado

Statement by Assistant Secretary for Economic Policy Karen Dynan for the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee Of The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association

USDA Awards $16 Million for Research into Sustainable Crop and Livestock Production Methods

USDA Announces $6 Million in Available Funding for Antimicrobial Resistance Research

EPA Warning: Recharging Air Conditioners with Wrong Refrigerant Poses Injury and Fire Risks

Jewell, Tester to Promote Montana’s Nearly $6 Billion Outdoor Recreation Economy; Join Blackfeet Nation Chairman & Council for Land Buy-Back Program Milestone 

In other national news headlines...

Trump looking for decisive blow against Cruz in Indiana showdown (REU)

Cruz unleashes fury at Trump over Lee Harvey Oswald comment (REU)

Clinton vows to support U.S. coal regions while embracing cleaner energy (REU)


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Monday, May 2, 2016

MONDAY BUSINESS & FINANCE REPORT

News from the US chamber of Commerce:

Time to Check Federal Regulatory Power

U.S.-China Relationship is 'Too Big to Fail'

 Infographic: Health Care Would Be in a World of Hurt Without Petroleum

How EPA is Smothering 5 Small Businesses


US TREASURY DEPT: Treasury Releases Report on Foreign Exchange Policies of Major Trading Partners of the United States

IRS: For Small Business Week, IRS Features Series of Webinars for Entrepreneurs

IRS Provides Tax Relief to Houston Area Storm Victims; Tax Deadline Extended to Sept. 1

DEPT OF LABOR: US LABOR DEPARTMENT’S VETERANS’ EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING SERVICE LAUNCHES ENHANCED EMPLOYMENT SERVICES SITE FOR VETERANS, TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS

US LABOR DEPARTMENT, INVESCO TRUST IN ATLANTA REACH SETTLEMENT TO COMPENSATE INVESTORS FOR UNDISCLOSED LOSSES

COURT DECLARES UNREMITTED EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS OWED TO BENEFIT PLAN OF CLARKS SUMMIT COMPANY NON-DISCHARGEABLE AFTER DEFENDANT’S BANKRUPTCY

IN OTHER BUSINESS AND FINANCE NEWS

Oracle acquires Opower in $532 million deal---USA TODAY

Facebook and its 5G development plans: What it means to the online community---IBT

Investing in your business doesn't cost–it pays---USA TODAY

Oil prices retreat from 2016 highs on OPEC output boost (REU)

Pipe dreams still alive for selected few amid energy rout (REU)

Warren Buffett says he's in awe of Jeff Bezos' genius---MSNBC

Greenpeace publishes confidential U.S-EU trade deal documents (REU)

Millennials want to buy houses but can't get mortgages---MSNBC

India factory activity growth slows sharply in April - PMI (REU)

Saudi Binladin Group employees set fire to buses in protest (AP)

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Friday, April 29, 2016

CITY TO TAKE A FIRST LOOK AT REVISED ETHICS CODE TUESDAY

City of Port Angeles Council meeting agenda highlight items:


  • Ethics Ordinance 

Staff memo: The City’s current ethics ordinance lacks a provision that expressly addresses multiple complaints and claims against a public official based on conduct arising from a single action or event. The proposed ordinance adds a provision for guiding Council and staff through this process. The proposed ordinance also adds a defining provision for the term single action or single event. These two additions will clarify the code and provide a process for handling multiple complaints without subjecting public officials to repetitive complaints based on the same conduct or event.

Editorial note: This will be the first reading of this revised code. When passed, it will not be retroactive, the current ethic complaints filed against Kidd, Gase, and Downie. Will be under the old code.


  • Bonneville Power Administration Third Purchase Period Election for Tier 2 Power Supply 

According to staff memo from agenda packet: Summary: The City is required to make its third purchase period election with the Bonneville
Power Administration (BPA) for its Tier 2 power supply by September 30, 2016. As shown in
Figure 1, the City remains well under any Tier 2 power requirement. While the election necessity is moot, BPA’s contractual requirements must be fulfilled. Therefore, the recommended election is BPA’s Tier 2 Short-Term product for 100% of the City’s electric load that is above its High Water Mark (Tier 1) allocation, with a 10 megawatt ceiling.
Funding:
This election is for October 2019 through September 2024. In the unlikely event that any Tier 2 power would need to be purchased, the cost impact, either positive or negative, would be factored into the City’s retail electric utility rates at that time.
Recommendation: Authorize the Director of Public Works and Utilities to notify the BPA, in
accordance with Section 2.4 of Exhibit C of the BPA Power Sales Agreement, No. 00PB-12054,
the City should elect Section 2.4.1.2, the Tier 2 Short-Term rate alternative, for the period of
October 2019 through September 2024 for 100% of its above High Water Mark (Tier 1) load, with a 10 megawatt ceiling. The Utility Advisory Committee forwards a favorable recommendation for the authorization of this election.


  • Customer Service Standards Resolution – Cable Television Franchises

According to the staff memo provided from the agenda packet:  The proposed Cable Customer Service Standards (Standards) are applicable to all entities that provide cable services under a cable franchise in the City of Port Angeles. The Standards are intended to provide basic “rules of the road” related to the interactions between cable franchise holders and residents and users of cable service in Port Angeles.
Editor's notebook: This item was postpone last time, because council wanted to hear from PAPA on this matter before proceeding in accepting this item.


  • Civic Field Lighting Replacement Project, Project Pk03-14, Award Lighting Construction Project to Colvico, Inc. & Approve the RCO Amendment to the Grant Agreement

According to staff memo: Summary: Bids were solicited for the replacement of the Civic Field lighting. Two bids were opened on April 26, 2016. The lowest responsible bidder with base and an additive bid, in the amount of $562,292.48, including tax, was Colvico, Inc. of Spokane, Washington.
Funding: Total funding from grants received will be in the amount of $407,700. Other funds
contributed by the City and the School District total $155,000, giving us a grand total of $562,700.
Recommendation: (1) Award and authorize the City Manager to sign a contract with Colvico,
Inc. in the amount of $562,292.48, including tax, for the replacement of the athletic field lighting at Civic Field and; (2) Allow the City Manager to sign the Amendment to the grant Agreement through the Washington State Recreation Conversation Office (RCO), and make minor modifications to the agreement, if necessary

Editorial Notebook: With a proposed minor league baseball club thinking in coming to Port Angeles, I would think more would be needed done than just replacing stadium lights at this point.



  • Fluoride Ad Hoc Committee Update / Report by Councilmembers Bruch and Collins (verbal report)

See full agenda: http://wa-portangeles.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/2935



In other What's on tap for next week items:
Clallam County work session agenda item highlight: Proposed agreement from Prosecuting Attorney’s Office to allow outside counsel to continue work on one matter of pending litigation, specifically Lange, et al. v. Clallam County, et al., Kitsap County Superior Court 14-2-01064-0 (2a)*
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_agenda.pdf
Agenda item details: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_packet.pdf

Clallam County regular meeting agenda highlight item: Award of Contract with Bruch & Bruch Construction, Inc. of Port Angeles for crushed rock product supply and to authorize execution of the contracts by the Chair of the Board once the Contractor has approved and signed the contracts and returned them
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_agenda.pdf
See details on agenda items: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_packet.pdf


CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AGENDA MEETING HIGHTLIGHT ITEM: 2008 Limited Tax General Obligation (LTGO) Bond Refinancing Options
Action: Move to approve pursuing an advance refunding of the 2008 bonds in the early part of calendar year 2017, to include the addition of new money borrowing of $1.5 to $2.0 million, and direct the City Manager to submit for approval an amended Capital Plan and budget incorporating the recommended supplemental projects and funding.
ref: http://cityofpt.granicus.com/MetaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=828&meta_id=122724
See full agenda: http://cityofpt.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=828

JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA ITEM HIGHLIGHT: BRIEFING re: Lower Duckabush River Assessment and Outreach Program
Details: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commissioners/Agenda/2016%20Attach/050216_cabs01.pdf
See full agenda: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commissioners/Agenda/2016%20Agendas/05-02-16.pdf


OLYMPIA DIGEST

Washington making progress in contaminated site cleanup and storm water management---Gov. Inslee press release


Statement from Inslee regarding the Native American Determination for Kennewick Man---Gov. Inslee's press release

Workshops prep Yakima Valley farmers to explore and expand local market opportunities---WSDA

AG recovers record $46.7 million for the state Medicaid program from pharma co. Wyeth’s underpayments  

Public encouraged to attend oil spill-response workshop May 12 in Pasco Help develop a response plan to protect the Snake River---DOE

Draft environmental study released for coal export proposal near Longview Public can comment April 29 through June 13---DOE

New collaboration gives local students  inside view of marine science--WDFW

State's fisher recovery efforts  help to avert federal ESA listing---WDFW

State disciplines health care providers--DOH

State to honor fallen workers during April 28 ceremony at L&I

State’s wildfire force readying for summer fire season --DNR

Retail sales up 7.7 percent in last quarter of 2015---DOR

2016 Letters About Literature champions announced ---Sec. of State

Alaskan Way Viaduct closes Friday - It’s not too late to make a plan---WSDOT

Contractors pay the price for violating dig law---UTC


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Thursday, April 28, 2016

TO SOME, I'M A ROYAL PAIN IN THE BUTT...NOW IT'S OFFICIAL..GOT THE SHINGLES

This week's first news commentary, isn't about local politics, or the continuing three ring ethical circus. This story hits close to home. For a month or two, maybe more I been experiencing these cramps along my lower back, and stomach area. I was trying to handle it on my own, taking aspirin and whatever I had on hand at home. Lately, my rear end started to feel really painful so much that it was getting more difficult to sit up in my wheelchair for long hours. When attending those governmental meetings I attend to catch what was going on, maybe get a interview with one of these elected officials who supposedly represent all of us, not just be available to those who voted them in office. I been feeling an unbearable amount of pain on my rump, and itching! So I put aside my pride and went to the doctor to see what's going on. Come to find out, I got the Shingles! No wonder I was having troubles even moving, or laying down in bed, which I find myself doing these past few days.
I imagine their are those who would say I'm a big pain in the back side at times, I guess they now can say that with some level of accuracy. Oh, I'll do my best to share with you news and information as always, plus still plan to do video clips when feeling up to doing it.
So, today I want to share with you some information about The Shingles which many who get it suffer real pain. It also leaving you feel weak, and out of energy. Though I may not be really feeling a 100% I'll do my best to continue to provide you a worthy news source.

Shingles is a painful skin rash  It is caused by the varicella zoster virus. Shingles usually appears in a band, a strip, or a small area on one side of the face or body. It is also called herpes zoster.
Shingles is most common in older adults and people who have weak immune systems because of stress, injury, certain medicines, or other reasons. Most people who get shingles will get better and will not get it again. But it is possible to get shingles more than once---read more on WEB MD

More info on shingles

 At Risk for Shingles and Postherpetic Neuralgia?---WEB MD

 History of Shingles
Shingles has a long recorded history, although historical accounts fail to distinguish the blistering caused by VZV and those caused by smallpox,[27] ergotism, and erysipelas. In the late 18th century William Heberden established a way to differentiate between shingles and smallpox,[91] and in the late 19th century shingles was differentiated from erysipelas. In 1831 Richard Bright hypothesized that the disease arose from the dorsal root ganglion, and an 1861 paper by Felix von Bärensprung confirmed this.[92]
The first indications that chickenpox and shingles were caused by the same virus were noticed at the beginning of the 20th century. Physicians began to report that cases of shingles were often followed by chickenpox in the younger people who lived with the person with shingles. The idea of an association between the two diseases gained strength when it was shown that lymph from a person with shingles could induce chickenpox in young volunteers. This was finally proved by the first isolation of the virus in cell cultures, by the Nobel laureate Thomas Huckle Weller, in 1953.[93]---wiki
ref: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shingles




In other local news...

Composites center CEO: Summer opening is expected in Port Angeles---PDN

Clallam commissioners make $731,705 Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center grant official--PDN

Port Angeles seeks new trial after jury awards $1.5 million in termination of former finance director---PDN

Cherie Kidd investigated for perjury---Port O Call

Humane Society sets re-opening for May 2---SEQUIM GAZETTE

Farmer aims to connect local people with local food---SEQUIM GAZETTE

Tribes to be honored for preservation of Tamanowas Rock---PT LEADER

$199,987 grant to renovate Brinnon school kitchen---PT LEADER

CRAIGSLIST RENTAL SCAM ALERT----FORKS FORUM

NEWS FROM ACROSS THE STRAIT

Esquimalt closes the door on McLoughlin-only plant---TIMES COLONIST/ Victoria BC

As probe of B.C. Liberal election strategy continues, costs rise---TIMES COLONIST/ Victoria BC

New marijuana lounge troubles Victoria mayor---Victoria News/ Victoria BC


NEWS FROM OUR CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO WASHINGTON DC

Cantwell’s Bipartisan Provision to Boost U.S. Icebreaking Capacity Clears Key Hurdle---Press release

Renewing Call for Reducing College Costs and Debt, Murray Highlights College Student from Spokane, WA on Senate Floor---press release

Sen. Murray’s Bill to Bring Kennewick Man Home Takes Big Step Forward--press release

Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Data Transparency Legislation--press release

Kilmer, Hanna Bill Aims to Curb Cyberattacks on Small Businesses---press release


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Wednesday, April 27, 2016

LAW & JUSTICE/ ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK REPORTS

LAW & JUSTICE REPORT


DOJ:
Attorney General Lynch Releases Roadmap to Reentry: The Justice Department’s Vision to Reduce Recidivism through Federal Reentry Reforms


Justice Department Reminds Employers of Their Employment Tax Responsibilities
Civil and Criminal Enforcement Actions Are Taken Against Employers and Individuals Who Violate Employment Tax Laws

Deputy Attorney General Sally Q. Yates Announces Family-Friendly Prison Policies to Strengthen Inmate-Familial Bonds

Malian National Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Conspiracy to Murder U.S. Diplomat

FROM THE FILES OF THE FBI

Sextortion and Cyberstalking How a Single Tip Uncovered an International Scheme

Violent Home Invasion Case Illustrates Threat Posed by Gangs

Career Criminal from Santa Fe Sentenced to 13 Years for Armed Bank Robbery Conviction

Colorado Law Enforcement Targets Child and Adult Sex Traffickers During World Cannabis Week 
Police Recovered Five Minors, Arrested Several Adults for Prostitution and Trafficking

In other law and justice news..

Judge rejects Cosby's bid to dismiss underage sex abuse case (AP)

Aspiring campaign volunteer killed ‘execution style’ moments after meeting Pa. candidate--WP

Marine infamous for urinating on Taliban corpses helps foil girlfriend's alleged hit man plot--WP

FBI decides provisionally not to share iPhone unlock: sources---(REU)

California Atty. Gen. Eyes Crackdown on Conservatives---news max
*She should be impeached, disbarred, and tried for sedition. She has contempt of the US Constitution, something she sworn to defend.

Top court questions Virginia ex-governor's corruption convictions--(REU)

Real estate heir Durst gets seven years in prison for federal gun crime (REU)

Former athlete says Hastert molested him in locker room (AP)

Ohio attorney general visits homes where 8 were shot dead (AP)

Cape Verde Official: Police nab suspect in slaying of 11 (AP)

Turkish businessman pleads not guilty to U.S. charges over Iran sanctions (REU)

Top court questions Virginia ex-governor's corruption convictions (REU)

Clampdown on trade secret theft seen passing U.S. Congress (REU)


ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK

DOJ: Wyeth and Pfizer Agree to Pay $784.6 Million to Resolve Lawsuit Alleging That Wyeth Underpaid Drug Rebates to Medicaid

DOJ: The Departments of Justice and Housing and Urban Development to Award $1.75 Million to Help Justice-Involved Youth Find Jobs and Housing

For Police, a Playbook for Conflicts Involving Mental Illness---NYT

HUD: HUD ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT WITH LAS VEGAS LANDLORDS ACCUSED OF UNFAIRLY EVICTING WOMAN WITH DISABILITIES

FAO: THE BATTLE OVER FLUORIDE IN CORNWALL’S WATER

DISABILTY SCOOP:  Showtime Under Fire For Airing ‘Retarded’ Comedy Routine

DISABILTY SCOOP: Disability Advocates See Opportunity In Self-Driving Cars


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Tuesday, April 26, 2016

WORLD & NATIONAL DIGESTS

WORLD NEWS DIGEST


FROM OUR US MISSION TO THE UN

Remarks at a UN Security Council Open Debate on Peace Consolidation in West Africa: Piracy and Armed Robbery at Sea in the Gulf of Guinea

Remarks at a Student Town Hall at the American University of Nigeria

Remarks at the President of the UN General Assembly’s High-Level Thematic Debate on the Sustainable Development Goals

FROM THE UN NEWS CENTER:

UN rights office urges Mexico to consider recommendations on case of missing students

BAKU: violent extremism 'affront' to UN principles, Global Forum told in opening session

Haiti: UN chief ‘deeply concerned’ as agreed upon election deadline goes unmet

US STATE DEPT:

The 30th Anniversary of the Chornobyl Disaster

Call for Recommendations: 2016 Secretary of State's Award for Corporate Excellence

IACHR Experts' Report on Ayotzinapa, Iguala

Saving Lives Today, Saving Costs Tomorrow: Why USAID Invests in Immunization -  

In other world news headlines...

Al-Qaida says it killed Bangladesh gay activist, friend (AP)

Philippine troops hunt extremists who beheaded Canadian (AP)

Etched in their mind: Ukraine marks 30 years since Chernobyl (AP)



NATIONAL DIGEST

THE WHITE HOUSE: Remarks by President Obama and Chancellor Merkel

 Remarks by President Obama in Address to the People of Europe

 Remarks by President Obama at Hannover Messe Trade Show Opening

US DEFENSE DEPT: Up to 250 More U.S. Forces to Deploy to Syria, Pentagon Spokesman Says

Face of Defense: Airman Helps Others as Chaplain’s Assistant

USDA: Fact Sheet: Trans-Pacific Partnership: New Opportunities for U.S. Agriculture in Vietnam

American Legacy: Remembering Cesar Chavez

EPA: Moving Forward for America’s Drinking Water

CDC: A new study shows link between e-cigarette ads and use among youth

US TREASURY DEPT: U.S. - China Strategic and Economic Dialogue to be held in Early June in Beijing

In other national headlines...

Trump poised for East Coast primary wins in test of reorganized team---REU

Baltimore votes in mayoral primary a year after Freddie Gray unrest---REU

Sexual abuse accuser sues ex-House Speaker Hastert for $1.8 million --REU

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Monday, April 25, 2016

BUSINESS AND FINANCE REPORT

US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 

Lawmakers Should Make Laws, Not Regulators

Chamber’s Donohue Points to Three Pillars of Transatlantic Economic Prosperity

Lawsuit Alleging Under-filled Lattes Gives Starbucks a Caffeine Headache

Becoming the Boss: This Entrepreneur Brings Spin Class Into Your Living Room

US TREASURY DEPT: 

Statement by Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew on Argentina's Debt Repayment and Return to Global Capital Markets

 Remarks by Assistant Secretary Daniel Glaser at the Atlantic Council and Thomson Reuters “Power Of Transparency” Speaker Series: “The Role of Transparency in Fighting Corruption in Financial Systems”

 Treasury Secretary Lew Announces Front of New $20 to Feature Harriet Tubman, Lays Out Plans for New $20, $10 and $5

IRS: National Taxpayer Advocate Wants to Hear from You: Olson to Hold Public Forum on Taxpayer Service Needs in Red Oak, Iowa, on May 5

My Brother’s Keeper: Giving Young People the Skills to Succeed---US DEPT. OF LABOR

BLACK LUNG BENEFITS ACT FINAL RULE PROTECTS COAL MINERS’ HEALTH---US DEPT. OF LABOR

OSHA CITES WISCONSIN PAPER MILL AFTER WORKER INJURED FATALLY WHILE SERVICING OPERATING CONVEYOR BELT---US DEPT. OF LABOR

BIRMINGHAM PLUMBING CONTRACTOR DELIBERATELY IGNORES OSHA SAFETY STANDARDS, EXPOSING ITS WORKERS TO TRENCH CAVE-IN HAZARDS---US DEPT. OF LABOR

IN OTHER BUSINESS AND FINANCE NEWS

A look at properties owned by Gannett and Tribune Publishing (AP)

Pricing goods in an era of Web shopping (AP)

Oyster farms, shorebird vie for space on NJ bay beaches (AP)

Wall St. dragged down by oil, lackluster earnings (REU)

Saudi prince unveils sweeping plans to end 'addiction' to oil (REU)

VW to go to U.S. court to keep 160 Tennessee plant workers from UAW (REU)

Vox Media Tries Something Old on Something New---NY TIMES

How Argentina Settled a Billion-Dollar Debt Dispute With Hedge Funds---NY TIMES

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