#Executive Management Team Colorado

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HER STORY IS INCREDIBLE EVERYONE SIT DOWN AND LEARN FROM THIS QUEEN ⤵️

Kiana Scott, who played minor hockey system for 11 seasons, including four seasons on boys teams, gravitated to scouting from watching her brother’s games and critiquing his strengths and weaknesses.

Unaware of jobs available in hockey, she enrolled in makeup artistry college after high school, but knew her heart was in the sport.

She eventually enrolled in an online hockey general manager scouting course.

Scott joined the International Scouting Service Hockey mentorship program in 2018 and scouted for the service for two years while holding down two jobs.

“I love scouting future prospects, and the evaluation process,” she said. “I think that's kind of where my passion lies. It's just the evaluation process. And it's exciting, building a team.”

Scott spent two seasons as a full-time scout for Erie before she took a bold step and left the organization to move to Calgary and became an independent scout in June 2022.

“I just kept practicing my craft and kind of paid my own way, like, throughout the whole year,” she said. “All of the tickets to every game, all of my travel expenses, everything. I just put all my money into scouting and trying to evolve and then I ended up getting my (Avalanche) internship the next year.”

Scott had some financial help from her family for the move and she supplemented her income by working as a bartender at a Calgary casino, a job with hours that allowed her to scout games.

If all that wasn’t enough, she also enrolled in the University of Florida’s online sports management program.

“I've always had the mindset to just keep betting on myself and working hard and evolving,” she said. “I think I've taken a lot of risks to get to where I am, but I wouldn't try to change the journey for anything.”

Scott said she hopes women, women of color and people who don’t come from a so-called “traditional” hockey background will follow her on the journey.

“I grew up playing hockey, but I didn’t play professional hockey, I didn’t go to college or university for hockey,” she said. “I just had a passion for it. I love scouting. I worked at it, and I continue working at my craft.

“People that don’t necessarily come from the traditional background, I hope they see themselves in me and believe that they can put their minds to it and get it done.”

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The 2024 NHL Draft was as eventful for Kiana Scott as it was for the players who were selected in the seven-round event at Sphere in Las Vegas last month.

The 25-year-old Barrie, Ontario, native signed with the Colorado Avalanche at the draft to become a full-time amateur scout, fulfilling a goal she has had since she was a teenager.

“This is something that I've worked really hard for my whole career to be able to sign my first NHL contract,” Scott said. “I was elated. The Avs have been really good for me the past year, and I’m excited to keep building with them.”

Scott joined the Avalanche after working as an intern for the organization.

Colorado general manager Chris MacFarland said he and executive director of hockey operations Suzanne Borchert “were impressed with her work ethic and her passion."

MacFarland said: “Kiana was on our radar when she was scouting in major junior circuits ... and it worked that a few years ago we had an internship opportunity for her.

“She did a good job in that role and was an integral part of our amateur scouting department. We’re excited to see her contributions moving forward in her full-time role as an amateur scout.”

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Scott made history when she became the first woman scout in the Ontario Hockey League with Erie in March 2020.

She was among the initial of a wave of women who were hired in recent years as scouts at all levels of hockey, including Cammi Granato (Seattle Kraken), Blake Bolden (Los Angeles Kings), Krissy Wendell-Pohl (Pittsburgh Penguins), Meghan Hunter (Chicago Blackhawks), Gabriella Switaj (Anaheim Ducks) and Brigette Lacquette (Chicago Blackhawks).

Granato moved on from Seattle to become an assistant general manager for the Vancouver Canucks on Feb. 10, 2022, and Hunter was promoted to assistant GM by the Blackhawks on June 22, 2022.

“When I first started scouting, I didn’t know of any women in the industry already,” she said. “Cammi Granato got her job with the NHL a year after I started scouting. That’s when I kind of knew it was possible. But I never had anyone to look up to. I just had this dream and the passion for hockey. I knew that I had to the talent and skill to do it, and to try to keep building on them.

"That’s what I’ve always gone off on -- keep evolving, never give up on what you love.”

[rjzimmerman]

For several years, I was the President of the Mojave Desert Land Trust, the organization described in this story. The story describes the work of Madena Asbell, who started up, organized and manages the seed bank. Madena is an amazing person. Low key but intensely brilliant and practical.

Excerpt from this story from CNN/Call to Earth:

Inside a Mojave aster flower, a tiny bee is fast asleep. At night, the pale lavender petals close, providing a safe resting place. In the morning, as birdsong rings out across the desert, the flower opens, revealing its tenant.

Here in southern California, in the middle of the Mojave Desert’s vast and arid landscape, it’s just one of many natural treasures hidden from view.

In long sleeves, pants, and wide-brimmed hats to guard against a harsh sun in a cloudless blue sky, a team of four led by Madena Asbell crouches in the dirt, looking for another treasure.

They are searching for a plant called erodium texanum, (common names Texas stork’s bill or heronbill), a type of herb native to California. More specifically, they are looking for its seeds.

“There’s so much life here,” Asbell says, “but it’s easy to not realize that when you’re in the desert.”

Asbell is the director of plant conservation for the Mojave Desert Land Trust (MDLT), a non-profit land conservancy that works to preserve and protect the Mojave and Colorado desert landscapes of California.

A quarter of the state is desert, home to roughly 2,400 plant species, according to MDLT. Eight years ago, Asbell had an idea. What if there was a way to preserve the ecosystem, centered around the seeds that facilitate all the life here? The result was the Mojave Desert Land Trust seed bank.

“The goal is to preserve this amazing genetic diversity that we have and make it available for restoration or reintroduction of species, should there be a disaster that wipes out a population,” Asbell says. “Plants are the foundation of most ecosystems, so when we protect these plants, we’re protecting everything that depends on them, like desert tortoise, burrowing owls and pollinators.”

In an ever-changing climate, the seed bank was just the type of “proactive” idea the organization was looking for, says Kelly Herbinson, executive director of MDLT.

“As a land trust, we’re realizing that just protecting land or buying land to protect it wasn’t going to be enough – that we had to take extra steps to really invest in that land,” Herbinson says.

In 2016, Mojave Desert Land Trust officially launched the seed bank project, which has since been described as a “Noah’s Ark” for southern California.

Three white refrigerators at MDLT headquarters in Joshua Tree, California, house the collection. There are over 5 million seeds from nearly 250 species and counting, according to the land trust.

Seeds come in from the field teams and undergo a “cut test” to determine viability – confirming the seed pods are full, and that there hasn’t been too much damage from insects or mold, making the seeds worth saving.

[abcnewspr]

ABC NEWS ANNOUNCES SPECIAL PRIMETIME COVERAGE OF THE 2024 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION ON SUPER TUESDAY

‘World News Tonight’ Anchor and Managing Editor David Muir Leads Network Coverage With ABC News’ Powerhouse Political Team

Coverage and Analysis Begins Tuesday, March 5, at 7:00 p.m. EST on ABC News Live and 10:00 p.m. EST on ABC

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ABC News announced today special coverage of the 2024 presidential election on Super Tuesday. “World News Tonight” anchor and managing editor David Muir leads the network’s coverage of the voting results, issues, candidates and campaigns. ABC News Live, ABC News’ 24/7 streaming network, will kick off coverage Tuesday, March 5, at 7:00 p.m. EST, anchored by ABC News Live “Prime” anchor, Linsey Davis, which will be combined with and lead into coverage on ABC at 10 p.m. EST.

Muir will be joined by ABC News’ powerhouse political team, including Davis; chief global affairscorrespondent and “This Week” co-anchor Martha Raddatz; chief Washington correspondent and “This Week” co-anchor Jonathan Karl;chief White House correspondent Mary Bruce; senior congressional correspondent Rachel Scott from Trump HQ in Florida; correspondent Alex Presha from the trail in South Carolina; chief national correspondent Matt Gutman; senior national correspondent Terry Moran; senior White House correspondent Selina Wang;political director Rick Klein; deputy political director Averi Harper; White House correspondent MaryAlice Parks; correspondents Aaron Katersky, Mola Lenghi,Elizabeth Schulze,and Mireya Villarreal;executive editorial producer John Santucci; senior Washington reporter Devin Dwyer; senior reporter Katherine Faulders; and multiplatform reporter Jay O’Brien. Contributors Dan Abrams, Donna Brazile, John Katko, Reince Priebus,and Kate Shaw will provide analysis across platforms. ABC News will have on-the-ground reporting from California, Alabama, Virginia, Texas and Colorado to deliver viewers up-to-the-minute reporting of all election results and campaign updates.

Additional ABC News Network-Wide Coverage

“Good Morning America,” “World News Tonight with David Muir,” “GMA3: What You Need to Know,” “This Week with George Stephanopoulos” and ABC News Radio will have the latest reporting from ABC News’ powerhouse political team on Super Tuesday delivering results, campaign updates and analysis.

“Nightline” will air special content and features surrounding Super Tuesday. Co-anchor Juju Chang will anchor live from New York and will be joined by an ABC News political powerhouse team, including Scott, Gutman, Klein and more.

“The View” welcomes Davis to the Hot Topics table on Super Tuesday, and Karl joins the show the following morning to discuss the results.

ABC News Digital will have a 538-led live blog reporting on what to watch for on Super Tuesday and why it matters. Topics also include analysis of polling data surrounding Nikki Haley’s presidential chances, notable races in Texas, a California Senate primary preview and more. On the night of the race, ABC News Digital will have 16 state result pages updated constantly, exit poll analysis, key takeaways and commentary from our ABC News and 538 political team.

“Start Here,” ABC News’ flagship daily news podcast, will feature special coverage and analysis of Super Tuesday with host Brad Mielke and ABC’s powerhouse political team.

ABC NewsOne, the affiliate news service of ABC News, will be reporting from Washington with ABC News multiplatform reporter Perry Russom. Klein will also be offering an analysis of the results for ABC stations. NewsOne provides news content and services for more than 200 ABC affiliates and international news partners.

*COPYRIGHT ©2024 American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. All photography is copyrighted material and is for editorial use only. Images are not to be archived, altered, duplicated, resold, retransmitted or used for any other purposes without written permission of ABC. Images are distributed to the press to publicize current programming. Any other usage must be licensed.

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Create Unforgettable Memories at Meadows Event Center: An All-Inclusive Wedding Experience

Located in the heart of a serene and picturesque landscape, Meadows Event Center is the ultimate destination for couples seeking an all-inclusive wedding venue Colorado that will leave a lasting impression on their guests. This exquisite venue offers a unique blend of natural beauty, elegance, and exceptional service, making it the perfect setting to create unforgettable memories on your special day. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, Meadows Event Center is designed to cater to every couple's distinct needs and preferences.

Breathtaking Ambiance and Scenic Views

As you step into Meadows Event Center, you'll be mesmerized by the breathtaking ambiance and scenic views that surround you. The venue's sprawling lawns, lush gardens, and tranquil water features create a sense of serenity, providing a perfect backdrop for your wedding celebration. The picturesque landscape is dotted with majestic trees, vibrant flowers, and winding pathways, offering ample opportunities for stunning photography and romantic strolls. Whether you envision an outdoor ceremony under the stars or an indoor reception with floor-to-ceiling windows, Meadows Event Center's versatile spaces can be tailored to bring your vision to life.

All-Inclusive Wedding Experience

What sets Meadows Event Center apart from other wedding venues is its all-inclusive approach to wedding planning. From catering and décor to entertainment and accommodations, every aspect of your wedding is meticulously taken care of by the venue's experienced team. This means that you can focus on what truly matters – enjoying every moment of your special day with your loved ones. The venue's comprehensive packages can be customized to suit your unique preferences, ensuring that every detail, no matter how small, is executed to perfection.

Exceptional Cuisine and Fine Dining

At Meadows Event Center, the culinary experience is an integral part of the wedding celebration. The venue's talented chefs have crafted a range of delectable menus that cater to diverse tastes and dietary requirements. From elegant hors d'oeuvres to sumptuous buffets, every dish is prepared with the finest ingredients and presented with flair. The venue's fine dining options include exquisite table settings, personalized service, and an extensive wine list, ensuring that your wedding reception is a truly unforgettable experience for your guests.

Luxurious Accommodations and Amenities

For out-of-town guests or those seeking a luxurious getaway, Meadows Event Center offers an array of lavish accommodations and amenities. The venue's stylishly appointed rooms and suites are designed to provide the ultimate comfort and relaxation, complete with plush furnishings, modern amenities, and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Guests can unwind at the venue's spa, fitness center, or outdoor pool, or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the gardens. With its comprehensive range of amenities, Meadows Event Center is the perfect destination for a weekend-long wedding celebration.

Personalized Service and Attention to Detail

At Meadows Event Center, every couple is treated like royalty. The venue's dedicated team of wedding coordinators and event planners work tirelessly to ensure that every aspect of your wedding is meticulously planned and executed. From the initial consultation to the final farewell, you'll receive personalized service and attention to detail that exceeds your expectations. Whether you require assistance with vendor selection, décor design, or timeline management, the venue's experienced team is always on hand to offer expert guidance and support.

Conclusion

Meadows Event Center is the epitome of wedding perfection, offering an all-inclusive experience that combines natural beauty, elegance, and exceptional service. With its breathtaking ambiance, scenic views, and luxurious amenities, this exquisite venue is the perfect setting to create unforgettable memories on your special day. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Meadows Event Center's dedicated team is committed to delivering a truly unforgettable wedding experience that will leave a lasting impression on you and your loved ones.

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Driving Success: How Corporate Car Services Enhance Professional Image and Client Trust

When it comes to traveling for business, making first impressions is everything. Arriving at an event or meeting can help you create a lasting impact. If you need luxury car transfer service for professional environment like Boulder, Colorado, you can take advantage of unparalleled convenience, comfort, and reliability. 

Whether you have to attend an important meeting, host clients, or simply require airport transportation, a car service can boost your corporate image and ensure that you arrive in style.

Please check out how corporate car service in Boulder, CO can benefit your business:

Professionalism and First Impressions 

When you're meeting with potential clients, business partners, or colleagues, arriving in a well-maintained vehicle can give off the right impression. A corporate car service offers the perfect opportunity to make a strong first impression. 

With an experienced chauffeur at the wheel, you no longer need to worry about directions, traffic, or parking. Instead, you just focus on your business and leave the rest to the professionals.

Whether it’s a luxury sedan, SUV, or a spacious stretch limo for a group, a corporate car service presents you as someone valuing professionalism and appreciates quality service.

Reliability and Timeliness

Punctuality can help you maintain a professional reputation, especially when you manage a busy schedule. A professional chauffeur understands the importance of timeliness and ensures that you arrive at your destination on time, every time. They track flights, monitor traffic, and plan the best routes to avoid delays. So, you no longer need to worry about being late for an important meeting or event.

Considering corporate car service can give you peace of mind knowing that transportation is taken care of well without wasting valuable time on the road.

Comfort and Productivity

After long hours of travel and busy schedules, you should have little time for relaxation or preparation. A chauffeured car offers a quiet, comfortable space that allows you to catch up on emails, make phone calls, or relax before an important meeting. With plush seating, climate control, and a professional chauffeur handling the road, you can use your travel time productively or unwind.

For executives or clients visiting Boulder, a corporate car service allows you to have informal business conversations in a calm, private setting.

Convenient Airport Transfers

Navigating through airports and finding parking spaces can be a hassle. Corporate car services take the stress out of airport transportation by providing reliable pick-up and drop-off services at Boulder’s nearest airports, like Denver International Airport (DEN). Rather than worrying about parking fees or traffic, your chauffeur will meet you at your terminal and take you directly to your destination in comfort.

Easy Group Transportation 

For business groups or corporate events, coordinating ground transportation can be a logistical challenge. Corporate limo services provide an extensive selection of vehicle options, ranging from larger SUVs to luxurious minibusses. They ensure that every member of your team or clients can travel together comfortably and arrive at the event or meeting together. This makes it easy to manage transportation for conferences, team-building activities, or corporate retreats in Boulder, CO. 

Bottom Line – 

When looking for a trustworthy car service in Boulder, CO, Premier Mountain Transportation stands out from the rest. We are dedicated to improving your business travel experience, improving your efficiency, and making sure that you arrive at your destination on time and in style. For more information about our chauffeured car services, please call us today at 303 800 8000. 

[jc-lambert]

Cooper Clubman

Yes...

I want it.

Who does window tinting?

How much do you want for it and what market are you on?

That car is located in Loveland???

I used to live there in the 1980s.

I note that the auto has Sirius XM Radio.

Does that come with free service? Does the auto have an internal server or SIM card technology (usually for the purpose of GPS mapping). 

If so, I would have to get a hold of a few people in Korea. Currently tritium is on the market, which comes from classified sources not to be discussed with those who are sane who would prefer to keep their sanity.

Currently I am unable to use common American digital transfer systems (which includes PayPal): I was enemy deresourced while on the Gambino market in the area of Vancouver Washington 98660 in contingency to an arrest in Portland Oregon and the case of a few serial killings in the area of Multnomah County. While everyone was selling bone jewelry, there where authorities killing people all willy nilly like, who then decided to patsify and lock up any and all persons on the street.

My old friends from K.U. (Theodore Flemming & Phillip Denton) where sort of paliperidone cooks who heavily head hunted in the jewish and gay rights activist circuits. Paliperidone is a medication that is commonly made out of the cranial tissue of children and mentally retarded people. I was busted in Oregon wearing bone jewelry which was not anything I killed, it was moreso bought from street vendor and malls. I am currently on Ko-Fi, which is the cannibal demographic out of New Zealand and the coast line. (See Also: Aural Vampire) They have staged a corporate takeover of the North West Coastline and have been making plastic. There are 11 plastics factories there and they are making plastics out of fat people and paliperidone out of military officers who have endorsed the slaying of endangered whales.  So: everyone in America who uses the internet will probably be arrested for utilization of illegal digital transfers (a banking felony) and online banking systems... while everyone in the cannibal mafia and everyone Maori Tribe continue to get away with online purchases through use of Ko-Fi systems.

That reminds me: I need to sue K.U. & Bert Nash anyway for psychological trauma and felony medical malpractice. It was their medical systems that gave my neice the orangutan zygote as well as prescriped me cannibal class drugs, while subjecting me to the cannibal demographic as well as the corporate warzone. Let me forward this to my shrink in Oklahoma as well as a few lawyers in the areas of Kansas and Colorado. Kansas has come to be of the primary consumers of corporate cannibal product and byproduct.

Too: the Emporia area chamber of commerce.

If possible, that I find anyone willing to work for or with the hot topic: that should put together accounts for gasoline, firearm, and anti-human technologies, which would include mini movie projectors and every last luxury.

I should be looking at a sum in excess of a couple hundred thou sometime soon for my reports to policing agencies and authorities. I managed to procure the hack as to how to hunt someone down or find classified personal information such as real names, phone numbers, and addresses of everyday citizens and government employees. Then I used that to look up the top 100 list on America's Most Wanted. However, I was then met with a picture of John Walsh performing fallacio on someone else. So, I might be cheated out of that reward money as their executive teams are all a bunch of rude evil midget cocksuckers.

I have yet to link it to a bank account and have credit/cash resource.

Would you trade real estate?

I understand I am still the owner of 510 W. Funston, 67213. It's a 1/2 bedroom 3/4 bath 680 sqft house on I think 1/8th of an acre, Im not sure the lawn size: it's three city lots.

While kidnapped: my niece and mother used it as a squat to prostitute themselves and be right proper little heathen whores. It's always been in a sketchy neighborhood that is always quick to report prostitution and sodomy. However my mother being the gunpowder industry was able to dodge authorities.

Would I be able to get my drivers license reinstated through the dealership? Perhaps a temp license or would I require someone to pick me up?

You know, and get a hard copy of it once I am in Colorado?

I've been having to take a crap behind a tree and on the Amidon Bridge, which identity theives working for and with government seemed to have built with our identities: while slave driving corporations and corporate stock and shares that we demanded to be sold out.

Would Elway or any of his fans/employees want my VoIP number? (777-JOHN, Erie Penn)

I would trade it for an internet phone.

Debbie...

Do you know anyone hiring?

Do you know of anywhere I can park a car?

I seem to have found myself on the Gambino market which has been super-inflated. However: IBM having always BEEN on the Gambino Market has superinflated with them, so that has to be sold off too and I would need a cheque for it all.

I can type. However I am sure most people in those parts can too. 

Loveland was where I took my first typing class at the age of 5 or 6. It was discussed to be a felony as we where too young to be trained and it was decidedly slave driving on basis of race and religion to teach children at Jews for Jesus how to type. Especially those under the age of 10.

That reminds me...

AFM technologies exist...

Hoverboards exist...

Everyone who saw the movie "back to the future" in the 1980s maintained that technology most certainly did not exist.

This means everyone is at a loss of everything: and they are bankrupted.

We need them taken to collections, that includes even you Sheriff in Spokane. You may go bankrupt AND resource me over the policing tips given and collected. Turn over your gold, even wedding bands and the electrical boards in your crack pipes. Gasoline does not pay for itself.

Oh...

and a divorce of all identity thieves claiming me.

Remind these people there is no spouse, no children.

Should they continue to bother me, they can always become the doctor prescribed and COURT ORDERED paliperidone.

It was truly a felony of the state of kansas....

for me to be given paliperidone in Douglas County, and for Lyon County to court order me to take it.

Joe Banker...

pay the man.

On Tue, Oct 22, 2024 at 3:44 PM Kre Curkendall <kcurkendall@driveelwaychevylotus.com> wrote:

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[lboogie1906]

Richard A. Collins (1939) was an Engineering Executive and Chief Design Engineer at the Boeing Company. Born in Ft. Lauderdale to Marcellus Sterling and Anita Collins. He received his BS degree in Mathematics and Chemistry from Morehouse College and received his MBA from Seattle University.

He began his engineering career at the US Weather Service. He began working for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The Boeing Company recruited him as a software engineer in the Space and Defense Division. He led the Boeing software design and development team for the nation’s first personal rapid transit system in Morgantown, West Virginia.

He served as the Chief Design Engineer for the National and International Aerospace Systems. He was the Chief Design engineer of the Air Force’s Weapon Control System. He led the Millimeter Wave Radar Target Acquisition and Terminal Guidance System technology development, upgraded the Command and Control system for the Navy’s Mercury Communication Control Aircraft, and led the multi-billion-dollar Army Future Combat Systems program.

He completed advanced management programs at the Defense System Management College, Carnegie Mellon University’s Graduate School of Industrial Administration, the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and the Center for Creative Leadership.

Among his recognitions are the Colorado Outward Bound Competition; Boeing Sustained Quality Performance Award; Outstanding Leadership of Millimeter Wave Terminal Guidance Technology Development; National Black Engineer Nominee of the Year; and First Flight of Red Rover Aerostat-Hot-Air Balloon.

He was President of Morehouse College Club of Seattle; Sire Archon of Alpha Omicron Boule of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity; Board of Directors for Seattle Big Brothers, Seattle Monorail Expansion, and Seattle First Tee. Memberships include NAACP Life Member; Omega Psi Fraternity; Association of Computing Machinery; Strathmore’s Who’s Who in American Science and Engineering; and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.

He and his wife, Minnie have two children. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence #sigmapiphi #omegapsiphi

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From Factory to Front Yard Marvels Transporting Iron Gates to New Homes

Imagine the grandeur of a beautifully crafted iron gate, standing tall at the entrance of a new home. While these gates add an element of elegance and security, transporting them from the factory to the front yard is no small feat. In today's post, we'll explore customer stories that highlight successful iron gate deliveries to new homes. We’ll provide insights into overcoming the challenges of heavy gate transport, ensuring safety during shipping, and best practices in logistics. Whether you’re a construction company, logistics manager, or a homeowner planning your dream entrance, this guide is for you.

The Art of Heavy Gate Transport

Heavy gate transport requires meticulous planning and execution. The sheer weight and size of iron gates pose unique challenges that demand specialized equipment and expertise.

Choosing the Right Transport Vehicle

Selecting the appropriate vehicle is crucial for the safe and efficient transport of iron gates. Flatbed trucks are often the go-to choice due to their capacity to handle heavy loads and offer easy access for loading and unloading.

Ensuring Secure Loading

Proper loading techniques are essential to prevent damage during transit. This involves using high-quality straps and padding to secure the gates and minimize movement.

Overcoming Route Challenges

Navigating through narrow urban streets and residential areas can be tricky. Detailed route planning helps avoid obstacles and ensures timely delivery.

Heavy Transport Safety Measures

Safety is paramount when it comes to transporting heavy gates. Implementing robust safety protocols can prevent accidents and ensure smooth operations.

Training for Transport Personnel

Investing in training for drivers and loading crew can significantly enhance safety. This includes teaching proper handling techniques and emergency procedures.

Utilizing Advanced Technology

Modern technology, such as GPS tracking and load sensors, can improve safety by providing real-time data and alerts. These tools help monitor the condition of the cargo and the vehicle's performance.

Regular Equipment Maintenance

Routine checks and maintenance of transport vehicles and equipment are essential. This ensures that everything is in optimal condition, reducing the risk of mechanical failures.

Customer Stories of Successful Deliveries

Real-world examples can offer valuable insights and inspiration. Here are some stories of successful iron gate deliveries to new homes.

The Mountain Retreat

A construction company in Colorado recently completed a project for a luxurious mountain retreat. The challenge was to deliver a massive iron gate through winding mountain roads. By collaborating with experienced logistics professionals and using a detailed route plan, the gate was delivered without a hitch.

Urban Villa in San Francisco

Delivering an iron gate to a villa in San Francisco's crowded streets posed significant challenges. The team overcame these by choosing a night-time delivery slot to avoid traffic and using a smaller, maneuverable truck for the final leg of the journey.

Coastal Mansion in Florida

A logistics company successfully transported an intricate iron gate to a coastal mansion in Florida. The key to their success was meticulous planning, including accounting for coastal weather conditions and ensuring the gate was well-protected against saltwater exposure during transit.

Iron Gate Shipping Essentials

When it comes to iron gate shipping, attention to detail can make all the difference. Here are some essentials to consider.

Packaging and Protection

Proper packaging is critical to protect the gate from scratches and dents. Using custom crates and padding can ensure the gate arrives in perfect condition.

Coordinating with Manufacturers

Close coordination with gate manufacturers can streamline the shipping process. This includes confirming dimensions, weights, and any special handling requirements.

Scheduling and Timing

Timing is crucial in logistics. Coordinating with homeowners and construction teams ensures that the gate arrives exactly when needed.

Logistics Best Practices

Adopting best practices in logistics can enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Comprehensive Route Planning

Detailed route planning can prevent delays and reduce costs. This includes accounting for traffic patterns, road conditions, and any potential obstacles.

Effective Communication

Maintaining clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders is vital. This includes regular updates to homeowners, construction teams, and logistics personnel.

Continuous Improvement

Regularly reviewing and refining logistics processes can lead to continuous improvement. This involves analyzing previous deliveries, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes.

Challenges in Residential Delivery

Residential delivery poses unique challenges that require innovative solutions.

Navigating Narrow Streets

Urban areas often have narrow streets that can be difficult for large trucks to maneuver. Using smaller vehicles for the final delivery leg can overcome this challenge.

Dealing with Unforeseen Obstacles

Unexpected obstacles, such as parked cars or construction work, can disrupt delivery schedules. Having contingency plans in place can help mitigate these issues.

Ensuring Minimal Disturbance

Delivering heavy gates can be noisy and disruptive. Scheduling deliveries at times that minimize disturbance to residents is essential.

Urban Logistics Strategies

Urban logistics strategies can enhance the efficiency of deliveries in bustling city environments.

Using Local Warehouses

Storing gates in local warehouses can reduce delivery times and improve flexibility. This allows for quicker responses to last-minute changes or requests.

Leveraging Technology

Utilizing advanced logistics software can optimize route planning and inventory management. This leads to more efficient and reliable deliveries.

Collaborating with Local Partners

Partnering with local logistics providers can offer valuable insights and resources. They can assist with navigating local regulations and understanding the unique challenges of the area.

Trucking to Residential Areas

Trucking to residential areas requires careful planning and execution.

Selecting the Right Truck

Choosing a truck that can handle both the weight of the gate and the constraints of residential streets is crucial. Smaller, more maneuverable trucks are often ideal for this purpose.

Planning for Special Permits

In some areas, special permits may be required for heavy or oversized loads. Ensuring all necessary permits are obtained in advance can prevent delays.

Coordinating with Residents

Informing residents of the delivery schedule can help minimize disruptions and ensure smooth operations.

Ensuring Successful Deliveries Every Time

Consistency is key to building a reputation for reliable deliveries.

Adhering to Timelines

Sticking to agreed-upon timelines builds trust with clients and ensures smooth project progression. Flexibility to adapt to changes without compromising deadlines is also important.

Maintaining High Quality

Ensuring that the gates are delivered in perfect condition is non-negotiable. This involves thorough inspections before and after transport.

Building Relationships

Building strong relationships with clients, partners, and suppliers can lead to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.

Transporting iron gates to new homes is a complex and challenging task. However, with careful planning, robust safety measures, and effective logistics strategies, it can be done successfully. By learning from real-world examples and adopting best practices, businesses can enhance their efficiency and customer satisfaction. Whether you’re a construction company, logistics professional, or homeowner, understanding the intricacies of iron gate deliveries can help you achieve seamless and successful outcomes.

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How Colorado Cowboys and Conservationists Joined Forces to Stop Drilling. (New York Times)

Excerpt from this New York Times story:

The drilling leases in a pristine corner of Colorado seemed like a done deal. But then an unlikely alliance of cowboys and environmentalists emerged. And things changed.

The members of the group — a self-described ragtag organization that included ranchers, cyclists and snowmobilers — had little in common aside from a desire to protect the expanse, almost a quarter-million acres of public land known as the Thompson Divide. But they ultimately developed a novel legal strategy that helped win a 20-year pause on new oil and gas development across the area.

That strategy could serve as a model for future conservation efforts.

“It’s an incredible story of how it all came together,” said Zane Kessler, the founding executive director of the group, the Thompson Divide Coalition.

The area, in west-central Colorado, overlaps with part of the White River National Forest, one of the most visited national forests in the United States. The Thompson Divide is also home to endangered lynxes and to one of the expansive organisms in the world: the state’s largest Aspen stand, a colony of trees connected by a lateral root system.

The Bush administration started issuing oil and gas leases in the area in the early 2000s in an effort to expand production on public lands. Roughly 80 leases were issued on the Thompson Divide, with dozens more in adjacent parcels of land.

“It happened incredibly quickly,” said Peter Hart, who led the coalition’s legal team. “And it happened at a time when it was the beginning of people developing skills and knowledge to engage in these processes and actually push back.”

Mr. Hart and his colleagues sensed broad opposition to oil and gas development in the area from a diverse range of interest groups, including farmers who wanted to protect grazing land and conservationists concerned about preserving pristine forests and alpine meadows.

With that in mind, they set out in search of a new legal approach.

The coalition gained momentum, appearing at public meetings to provide comments and even staging an impromptu tractor parade down Main Street in Carbondale. “There was lots of local opposition and fear,” Mr. Hart said. “And in that fear was an opportunity for us to unify against what everybody perceived as the greatest threat to this landscape.”

The technology that had driven the oil and gas boom, fracking, was also a source of weakness in the leases. According to Mr. Hart and his team, the administration had failed to properly analyze and account for the technology in the required environmental review process.

Legal questions about the leases led to administrative challenges, which eventually sent one leaseholder to federal court against the Bureau of Land Management.

Initially, conservationists had intended to sue the government, contending that some of the leases were invalid because of noncompliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. But the work that exposed the legal and administrative problems with the leases had effectively flipped the script: The leaseholders who had declined to sell were now eyeing the exits in light of potential legal complications and public discontent around drilling.

[consolidatedresource]

Navigating New Challenges: The Evolving Landscape of Oil and Gas Regulations in Colorado

As the oil and gas industry faces a pivotal transformation, Consolidated Resource, a Pennsylvania-based leader in oil and gas services, is at the forefront, providing crucial services amidst the changing regulatory environment of Colorado. Specializing in oil and gas pipeline services and oil and gas fabrication services, our company stands out with its commitment to safety, efficiency, and technological innovation.

Colorado's Regulatory Overhaul

Recent legislative changes in Colorado have introduced some of the toughest safety and environmental regulations in the oil and gas industry. These new rules are reshaping how projects like gas pipeline installation near me are planned, executed, and maintained. For companies like Consolidated Resource, understanding and adapting to these regulations is crucial for continuing to provide top-notch services to our clients.

Emphasis on Environmental and Community Safety

The introduction of stringent environmental protections and increased fines for safety violations highlight the state's commitment to safeguarding both the environment and its citizens. This legislative shift has made oil and gas pipeline services more complex but also more crucial than ever. The demand for expert services that can navigate these legal landscapes while maintaining high safety and environmental standards is on the rise.

Consolidated Resource's Expertise

At Consolidated Resource, we offer a range of services that directly address the needs of the oil and gas industry in this new regulatory era. Our superior roustabout service ensures that all site operations are conducted with utmost precision and safety, reducing the risk of environmental impact and complying with the latest regulations.

Innovations in Pipeline Fabrication and Installation

Our expertise in oil gas pipeline fabrication and construction market positions us uniquely within the industry. We use cutting-edge technology and methods, such as hydro-excavation in Pennsylvania, to ensure that our pipeline installations are safe, efficient, and minimally invasive to the surrounding environments. This technology is particularly crucial in areas like Colorado, where environmental preservation is now a key component of the regulatory framework.

Adapting to Market Demands

The changes in Colorado's regulations have also influenced the oil and gas fabrication services market, prompting companies to innovate and adapt. Consolidated Resource has responded by enhancing our service offerings, focusing on sustainable practices and advanced technologies that meet the new standards without compromising on quality or efficiency.

Conclusion: A Partner in Industry Compliance

For stakeholders in the oil and gas industry, partnering with a company that understands and can navigate these complex regulations is vital. Consolidated Resource is not just a service provider; we are a partner in ensuring that your projects are successful, compliant, and safe. As Colorado continues to set precedents for oil and gas regulations, we continue to innovate and adapt, ensuring that our clients are always ahead of the curve.

Whether you are looking for gas pipeline installation near me or need comprehensive project management that includes hydro-excavation in Pennsylvania, our team is ready to provide the support and expertise you need. With Consolidated Resource, you have a partner who values safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance as much as you do. Contact us today to learn more about our services.

[young-thoughts]

ILC 2024

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the Express Employment Professionals International Leadership Conference in Denver, Colorado. The experience was nothing short of phenomenal and it was an amazing way to end out Q1. Beyond being a new city for me, Denver was a cool place to visit and the weather was amazing but the altitude is something to account for when flying in. Luckily I didn't pass out or projectile vomit anywhere, maybe it's all my Planet Fitness sessions paying off for me.

There were over 1500 people in attendance for the conference, made up of franchisee's (owners), office managers, Express's executive team and a packed roster of guest speakers. For those who don't know, Express is a global professional staffing agency that specializes in light industrial, professional, office services and direct hire employment. They are the premier staffing agency for virtually any client's need. Over the course of three and a half days, participants heard from the likes of Deion Sanders, Goldie Hawn, Chris Barton and Jess Wedell. Furthermore, two of the days included learning sessions that delved into a variety of topics, from sales tactics to leadership coaching.

The opportunity is truly something I am looking forward to attending again next year. The networking was unparalleled to anything I have experienced since graduating college and I was able to take away detailed pieces of wisdom both professionally and personally to build on.

Before ending this post, I want to write about something Deion Sanders spoke about during one of the general sessions in Denver. I have been following Coach Prime ever since he started at CU and hearing him speak was easily the highlight of the event for me. Coach Prime talked about "finding your rabbit", which is the thing in your life that is just out in front of you that you can't quite reach but motivates you to get after it every single day. For Coach Prime, it is his Mom. What is it for you ?

As the quarter comes to a close, take time to reflect on all that occurred these first three months. Use that time to adjust, pivot or maybe even double down on what worked for you. Keeping your "rabbit" in front of you, as Coach Prime talked about in Denver, will allow you to push past all the noise and distractions in your life to conquer what you set out to. Coach asked the question to us, "How can you expect greatness without consistency ?".

Proverbs 14:23 sums up my point perfectly and what I believe Deion's ultimate statement was with the rabbit analogy. Get after it, enjoy the journey but most importantly stay consistent and let everything else work itself out.

In Unity,

DaJuan

[etrey]

Unveiling the Art of Candid Construction: Transformative Retail and Home Renovations in Denver

In the bustling city of Denver, where the old meets the new, the demand for remarkable renovations is on the rise. Retail Renovations Denver, home renovation Denver, and kitchen renovation Denver have become the talk of the town. Amidst the dynamic architectural landscape, Candid Construction stands out as a beacon of excellence, weaving dreams into reality.

Retail Renovations Denver: Crafting Experiences Candid Construction specializes in Retail Renovations Denver, breathing life into commercial spaces. From redesigning storefronts to optimizing layouts for enhanced customer flow, our team envisions and executes projects that not only meet but exceed expectations. Every inch of your retail space is meticulously planned and executed to create an ambiance that reflects your brand identity.

Home Renovation Denver: Tailoring Spaces to Your Lifestyle Our expertise extends beyond commercial projects to bring a touch of magic to your living spaces through home renovation Denver. We understand that your home is your sanctuary, and our team at Candid Construction is dedicated to transforming it into a haven that suits your lifestyle. Whether it's a cozy living room, a functional home office, or a dreamy bedroom, we breathe life into your vision.

Kitchen Renovation Denver: Culinary Dreams Unleashed The heart of every home deserves special attention, and that's where our proficiency in kitchen renovation Denver shines. We understand the significance of a well-designed kitchen, and our team works tirelessly to marry functionality with aesthetics. From modernizing appliances to optimizing storage, we ensure your kitchen becomes a place where culinary dreams come true.

The Candid Construction Difference: What sets Candid Construction apart is our commitment to transparency and collaboration. We believe in keeping our clients in the loop, ensuring that every step of the construction journey is a shared experience. Our skilled craftsmen, architects, and project managers collaborate seamlessly to deliver projects that stand the test of time.

Conclusion: In the vibrant city of Denver, where innovation meets tradition, Candid Construction is making waves in the construction and renovation scene. With a focus on Retail Renovations Denver, home renovation Denver, and kitchen renovation Denver, we strive to create spaces that resonate with the unique essence of our clients.

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[masterofd1saster]

CJ current events 11jan24

How not to deny something

Rep Lauren Boebert and her ex-husband Jayson Boebert had minor domestic dispute at a restaurant on Saturday in Silt, Colorado.

In a statement to The Denver Post from her campaign manager, Boebert said, “This is a sad situation for all that keeps escalating and another reason I’m moving. I didn’t punch Jayson in the face and no one was arrested.”

I think I would have said

Jayson and I were married for 18 years. We have been blessed with four sons and one grandchild. When a marriage like this must end, it's not surprising that emotions run high. Neither of us was arrested. Neither of us was cited by police. Neither of us wants the other prosecuted. Mostly, we want to resolve our differences amicably and privately.

Rep Boebert is a lightning rod for every leftist and elitist in the country. If you drink beer, you probably like her. If you can imagine saying "what a delightful chablis," you probably hate her. Either way, the Denver Post and papers like it have been fervently praying for her to lose an election.

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Helpful advice from BB

9 Hilarious Pranks To Pull On The FBI Agents Tapped Into Your Phone Line

Try a few of these classic pranks the next time you're on the phone:

Say the school board protest has been moved somewhere else: When the FBI sends a whole SWAT team to the wrong location, they'll look SO STUPID! HA!

Mess with their heads by saying "Trump is an insurrectionist dictator" alongside "Trump is our savior": They won't know whose side you're on.

Say "Hey, FBI agent, is your refrigerator running?": When they answer "Yes," then say "Well, you better go catch it!" then hang up and laugh. GOT 'EM!

Identify yourself as Hunter Biden and pretend you're ordering a Ukrainian hooker: They'll hang up faster than you can say "bribery scam."

Sing a few bars of a Beatles song every few minutes so they can't play the recording in court: Licensing fees cost a fortune.

Create a fake accomplice named "Mike Rotch": They'll have to officially enter it into court records and it'll be read out loud. It'll be hilarious.

Say "Hey, are those some catholic nuns over there across the street praying at the abortion clinic? Why, I do believe they are!": Then sit back and watch those guys go crazy falling over themselves to go tackle some old ladies.

Call anyone on January 6th and say "The plan is a go. Execute Operation MAGA.": This one is a lot of fun, but you may end up in solitary for a few decades.

Say "asphinchtersayswhat": What?

If you're going to be under federal surveillance, you might as well get a few laughs out of it along the way. Have fun!

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BB again

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Drugs are cool!

COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WXIX) - A 16-year-old student was arrested after police say he assaulted his teacher. A few minutes after 2:15 p.m. Thursday, Colerain Township police said school resource officers were notified that a teacher was assaulted by her teen student inside a Colerain High School classroom. An initial investigation led officers to find out the student “ingested an unknown drug” before becoming “distraught,” Colerain Township police wrote in their report. The 16-year-old then assaulted the teacher and a classmate before running out of the classroom, police explained. The teacher was punched “multiple times in the head,” according to the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office. The teacher was taken by EMS to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. At the hospital, the prosecutor’s office said the teacher had her skull cap removed to prevent damage from swelling. The Cleveland Clinic describes this as a “major brain surgery.” Family members tell FOX19 NOW she has yet to wake up. Responding officers later found the 16-year-old student in the school’s career center lobby, the police report states. The student appeared to be hallucinating and had a self-inflicted head injury**** https://www.fox19.com/2024/01/05/colerain-hs-student-arrested-after-teacher-assaulted-classroom/

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Good job there, FBI

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There's trashy, and then there's

A Missouri teacher has been charged with statutory rape for allegedly having sex with a 16-year-old student while other students served as “lookouts” — with the boy’s father also facing a felony charge for condoning the disturbing relationship. Laquey High School math teacher Hailey Clifton-Carmack, 26, was arrested in Garden Ridge, Texas, on Friday after she “was suspected of fleeing the State of Missouri” to avoid arrest warrants, according to law enforcement. Allegations of the sex crimes committed by Clifton-Carmack first arose on Dec. 7, 2023.*** Clifton-Carmack — a recently divorced mother of two — would often wear “tight or low-cut shirts” to show off her “headlights” and “tight leggings that ‘showed off her camel toe,’” according to court documents.  The witness told investigators the victim was the reason “her divorce was pushed through” and that “Hailey had wanted a divorce due to her husband only wanting to ‘do butt stuff,'” the court document revealed.*** In a shocking twist, new charges have been brought against the boy’s father, who allegedly revealed to others that he was aware of his son’s illicit relationship with the teacher. Mark Creighton was arrested on Thursday on charges of endangering the welfare of a child. On Wednesday, a second witness revealed they told the teen’s father of the alleged wrongdoings, to which he replied he was aware Clifton-Carmack and his 16-year-old son were in a “sexual relationship,” according to court documents.*** The father also allegedly shared he knew that his son and the math teacher used other students as “lookouts” to have sex during school hours. Creighton “knew of the relationship of his minor child and the 26-year-old teacher, and instead of reporting the information, he continued to cover for them and allowed the relationship to continue” and “even allowed Hailey to come over to his residence and see the victim while he was present,” according to prosecutors.*** https://nypost.com/2024/01/09/news/missouri-teacher-slapped-with-rape-charges-after-having-sex-with-teen-while-using-other-students-as-lookouts-boys-dad-busted-for-allowing-relationship-docs/

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Canada rocks!

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/national/defence-watch/military-police-threaten-to-charge-sex-worker-who-offers-discounts-to-canadian-soldiers

Military police are threatening to charge a sex worker who offers discounts to Canadian soldiers and senior leaders are warning troops to stay away from the Kingston-area woman. But such efforts have backfired and sex worker Christina Lea Gilchrist tells this newspaper that she is being inundated with messages from military personnel interested in the services she provides. The selling of sex in Canada is legal but military police allege Gilchrist broke the law with the “unlawful use of military uniforms,” according to police documents. “Upon review of your website, it was noticed that you were not only advertising your services wearing a military uniform which is a controlled piece of clothing, but also displaying other parties engaging in sexual acts while also in uniform,” military police stated in a message sent to Gilchrist on Dec. 18. But Gilchrist, who offers discounts to Canadian Forces personnel, pointed out she has repeatedly stated in her advertising that she is not nor has never been a member of any military. “I’ve never walked around in public pretending to be a soldier,” she explained. “People in movies dressed up as soldiers aren’t impersonating soldiers, so why do (military police) think that I am?”***

To be fair, we generally don't let private entities use our uniforms in advertising. If you look at the NFCU commercial with two Marines chasing a card thief, their name and service tapes are blurred.

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United States and California Announce Diesel Engine Manufacturer Cummins Inc. Agrees to Pay a Record $1.675 Billion Civil Penalty in Vehicle Test Cheating Settlement

The Justice Department, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), California Air Resources Board (CARB) and California Attorney General’s Office today released the details of a proposed settlement with diesel engine maker Cummins Inc. for alleged violations of the Clean Air Act and California law. Beyond agreeing to pay a $1.675 billion civil penalty – the largest ever assessed in a Clean Air Act case – Cummins has agreed to spend more than $325 million to remedy the violations, which included the use of software “defeat devices” that circumvented emissions testing and certification requirements. Under the settlement, Cummins must complete a nationwide vehicle recall to repair and replace the engine control software in more than 600,000 RAM 2500 and RAM 3500 pickup trucks equipped with the company’s diesel engines. Cummins will also extend the warranty period for certain parts in the repaired vehicles, fund and perform projects to mitigate excess ozone-creating nitrogen oxides (NOx) emitted from the vehicles and employ new internal procedures designed to prevent future emissions cheating. In total, the settlement is valued at more than $2 billion.*** “Cummins installed illegal defeat devices on more than 600,000 RAM pickup trucks, which exposed overburdened communities across America to harmful air pollution,” said Assistant Administrator David M. Uhlmann of EPA’s Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance. “This record-breaking Clean Air Act penalty demonstrates that EPA is committed to holding polluters accountable and ensuring that companies pay a steep price when they break the law.” *** https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/united-states-and-california-announce-diesel-engine-manufacturer-cummins-inc-agrees-pay

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Other people get flattened, but Ray gets straight probation?

An Arizona man at the center of the Capitol attack’s most persistent conspiracy theories was sentenced Tuesday to a year of probation for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.  Ray Epps, 62, pleaded guilty in September to one count as part of a deal with Justice Department prosecutors. He admitted to engaging in disorderly or disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds after storming the Capitol.*** Epps was also ordered Tuesday to pay $500 in restitution and to serve 100 hours of community service.  Prosecutors requested six months in prison for Epps, who they said engaged in a “rugby scrum-like group effort” to shove past police officers.*** https://thehill.com/homenews/4397624-ray-epps-jan-6-conspiracy-theories-sentenced/

Is it still a theory if he receives the lightest sentence so far? https://www.justice.gov/usao-dc/media/1331746/dl?inline looks like only one other defendant received only a year probation, Eliel Rosa. Some people, e.g., Christopher Worrell, received 10 years in prison.

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Buy an air conditioner with an eternal warranty

A former Oregon Department of Human Services employee, Zakary Glover, 30, pleaded guilty [Jan. 9, 2023] to violating the civil rights of a woman with developmental disabilities who was in his care by engaging in sexual misconduct with her.*** Glover worked as a direct support crisis specialist for the Office of Developmental Disabilities Stabilization and Crisis Unit. On Nov. 2, 2021, Glover transported an adult woman in his care to an outing in Salem, Oregon. The victim suffers from severe autism and epilepsy, cognitive delays and very limited verbal ability. Staff members responsible for her care communicate by showing her picture books, displaying YouTube videos or drawing pictures. During the outing, Glover detoured down a dead-end road in Aumsville, Oregon. Glover parked the van and then, using force, attempted to and did cause the victim to engage in a sexual act without her consent. After doing so, Glover forcefully grabbed her and then positioned his body in a way that allowed him to attempt to force her into another non-consensual sexual act. Glover admitted that the victim did not consent to any of the sexual activity. Among other offenses, his conduct constituted attempted aggravated sexual abuse. A sentencing hearing is set for April 30. *** https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/former-oregon-state-employee-pleads-guilty-federal-civil-rights-charges-after-violating

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That's it?

I'm a former prison inmate - here are the common habits that could land YOU behind bars

Amanda Dove, who was previously convicted for armed robbery, took to TikTok to share the fascinating insight with her 887,000 followers. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12940323/Former-prison-inmate-common-habits-jail.html

Her top three are don't lie on your food stamp applications, don't shoplift, and don't hack into your ex's social media.

Personally, I think Chris Rocks advice in https://youtu.be/uj0mtxXEGE8 is the best I've ever heard. His list starts at 34 seconds.

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