What is the property like where the home sites are located?
Located on 40 tree-filled acres, each home site has unparalleled views of the Rocky Mountain's Indian Peaks. Bordered by private land, open space, and National Forest Land, these modern homesteads enjoy wilderness access but are just minutes by bike or car from the town of Nederland and just 25 minutes from downtown Boulder.
What kind of fire protection is available?
Before breaking ground the developers of Caribou Ridge spent over $130,000 on fire mitigation including extensive removal of beetle kill pine trees, making Caribou Ridge one of the few fire safe communities in the nation. Additionally, the houses are constructed with high RF rating wall system, a highly fire retardant product. Fire hydrants are located throughout the community and the Town of Nederland Fire Department is just minutes from the Caribou Ridge home sites.
For $175/month, The Caribou Ridge Home Owners Association will be responsible for road maintenance and snow removal, trash removal, fire mitigation, and gate upkeep.
What's the closest ski area to Caribou Ridge? What is the area like?
The Eldora Mountain Resort is just minutes from Caribou Ridge and features 12 lifts and 53 trails on 680 acres of skiable terrain. The base elevation is 9,300 feet and it's 10,800 feet at the summit.
Are there cross-country and snow shoe trails nearby?
The groomed trails at Eldora Ski Resort are excellent for cross-country skiing as are the trails found in the National Forest that borders the ski area, and those in the Indian Peaks Wilderness area. Just fourteen miles north of Nederland is the turn off to Brainard Lake, which provides access to both Nordic skiing and snowshoe trails.
What about summer activities like hiking, mountain biking, camping and fishing?
Caribou Ridge is located in the center of a veritable wonderland of fair weather recreation areas. Rocky Mountain National Park, Eldora Mountain Resort and the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area offer unending opportunities for hiking, camping, mountain biking and fishing.
Where in Colorado is Nederland located?
Nederland is located in north central Colorado just 17 miles west of Boulder and 44 miles from Denver. It is the largest town along the Peak-to-Peak Scenic Byway which runs more than 55 miles from Black Hawk/Central City to Estes Park, the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Denver International Airport (DIA) is 59 miles from Nederland and is about an hour drive. Located in northeast Denver, DIA is the busiest and largest airport in the United States.
Is there a closer airport for private aircraft?
Yes. Just south of Boulder is Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Jefferson County, Denver's premier corporate choice. It offers 24-hour US Customs services.
The climate is warm during the summer months when temperatures are generally in the mid 70s. Winter temperatures tend to be in the 30s. The annual average precipitation is just over 20 inches and rainfall is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. Denver has over 300 days of sunshine annually, more than either San Diego or Miami.
Where will I do my grocery shopping?
The B & F Mountain Market and the Mountain People's Coop are full service grocery stores located just minutes from Caribou Ridge. Seventeen miles away, Boulder offers several food shopping options including Whole Foods, Safeway and King Soopers.
The Nederland Elementary School, walking distance from all the Caribou Ridge home sites, and the Nederland Middle/High School, just minutes by school bus, are part of the highly regarded Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) ranked second in the state based on an annual statewide assessment. Through BVSD's open enrollment policy you can petition to send your child to any Boulder Valley school including various charter and focus schools. Admission to charter and focus schools is by annual lottery, and acceptance at other schools outside your neighborhood is on a space available basis. There are also several private school options.
What are the local medical facilities like?
Columbine Family Medicine is located on Peak to Peak Highway West in Nederland:Boulder Community Hospital and Avista Hospital provide full-service hospital facilities in Boulder and Louisville respectively.
Is the only way to get to Boulder to drive my car?
No. The Regional Transit District (RTD) runs bus service between Nederland and downtown Boulder fourteen times a day. It's an approximately 30 minute trip.


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THE 'UNITED WE BUILD' ISSUE WENT NUTS AND IT ALMOST SOLD OUT MOST AUSSIE states approved recreational riding last month and, almost instantly, the forests and ride parks where humming with the sounds of trench-digging four-strokes and screaming two-strokes. We were out at Sunny Corner, NSW, and it seemed to be almost as busy as it is on the September weekend the Central Tablelands Motorcycle Club holds its trailbike ride there. It was a positive sign that our industry is back, baby! Unfortunately, some residents were not so excited about our return. Down in Eden, a 29-year-old rider ended up in in ICU with a C4 spinal fracture, busted ribs, a fractured pelvis and a broken elbow after someone strung a cable up across a trail he was riding. Fortunately the rider…
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WILLIAMS EVENT MANAGEMENT is quitting as promoter of the MX Nationals at the end of the season and handing the job back to Motorcycling Australia after 23 years. WEM boss Kevin Williams said he was proud of what the family-run operation had achieved in over two decades. "We began managing the series back in 1997 when there were only two factory-team trucks and a handful of full-time staff in what was essentially a cottage industry," Williams said. 'A NEW MODEL NEEDS TO BE ESTABLISHED FOR RACING AT A NATIONAL LEVEL' "I am extremely proud to see where the industry sits today. Our time promoting MX Nationals is something I will always cherish." Williams was quick to explain why WEM was handing the job back to MA. "It's a reflection of the times, where the…
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RIEJU HAS ANNOUNCED it will begin delivering the first MR300 Racing models in Europe next month, with a reported retail price of 7499 Euro (about $12,500). The news follows Rieju's unveiling of the MR300 less than two months after the firm came to an agreement with Torot Group to acquire the GasGas enduro platform, plus spare parts distribution rights. Rieju will start with a run of 100 MR300s at its factory in Figueres with the launch price of 7499 Euro. After that, the ask will increase to 8050 Euro (about $A13,500), the same as last year's GasGas EC300 in Europe. Should the MR300 find its way to Australia, this is an indication that the price could be similar to that of last year's EC300 under importer UMI. Rieju's Hard Off-Road family will…
MANUFACTURERS ARE RAMPING up production again as Covid-19 restrictions ease. Yamaha has resumed production at its MBK Industrie assembly plant in France and Motori Minarelli engine factory in Italy after a shutdown from March 16 to May 4. Beta Motorcycles has resumed production in the CV-19 plagued region of Lombardy with a reduced workforce to comply with the safety rules of the Italian Government. In Japan, Yamaha suspended production at all of its motorcycle factories from May 1 to May 22, Kawasaki stopped production at its Akashi plant from April 13 to May 6 and Suzuki's Hamamatsu motorcycle factory was closed for May 10, but Honda motorcycle factories in Japan did not shut. KTM closed its Mattighofen factory from March 30 to April 10 but production didn't restart until mid-May, possibly to allow…
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MOTORCYCLING AUSTRALIA IS giving racers an extension on their licenses to compensate for the incredibly dull Covid-19 period. The amount of extra time they get will be decided on a state-by-state basis, dependent on the length of the lockdown period in each. The federal controlling body has also waved the green flag on recreational and non-competitive riding, depending on state restrictions. MA has stressed that participants must still comply with physical distancing restrictions, which means no block passing and no camping or luxury hotels. Tour operators are grappling with how to survive under the latest restrictions. Dave Marsicano from Mt Buller Motorcycle Adventures said he could run tours for up to eight riders, leaving room for the sweep and lead rider but, with no overnight stays he can't run his usual multi-day tours.…
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THERE'S BEEN A RECALL of the KTM 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R due to a fault with the rear brake line. If you own one of these two models built between April 30 last year and April 2 this year contact your local KTM dealer. KTM Australia said that due to "material non-conformity" in the brake line, the rear brake may fail under extreme conditions, which wouldn't be much fun. Kato will replace the brake line leading from the caliper to the ABS modulator. If you own a 790 Adventure and were unaware of the recall, you should contact your dealer. Customers can check online through the KTM Australia website if their motorcycle is part of the recall. The fix takes about 85 minutes and can only be carried out by an…

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Рудольф Константин Витол (, ) — российский легкоатлет, выступавший в беге на короткие и средние дистанции, прыжках в длину и толкании ядра. Участник летних Олимпийских игр 1912 года.

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Рудольф Витол родился 15 апреля 1892 года в Риге.

Выступал в легкоатлетических соревнованиях за «Марс» из Риги. В 1912 году стал чемпионом Прибалтики в беге на 1500 метров с результатом 4 минуты 29,8 секунды.

В 1912 году вошёл в состав сборной России на летних Олимпийских играх в Стокгольме. В беге на 1500 метров не завершил четвертьфинальный забег.

Работал техником Русско-Балтийского вагоностроительного завода. Был конструктором самолётов, участвовал в создании первого латвийского спортивного самолёта «Спридитис» в 1924 году. Также работал в военном арсенале.

14 июня 1941 года был депортирован из Латвийской ССР и заключён в Усольлаг в городе Соликамск Молотовской области (сейчас Пермская область).

Умер 4 марта 1942 года в Усольлаге.

Личные рекорды

 Бег на 100 метров — 12,0 (1911)
 Бег на 1500 метров — 4.29,8 (1912)
 Прыжки в длину — 6,42 (1912)
 Толкание ядра — 11,86 (1912)

Семья
Отец — Ян Витол, рабочий.

Мать — Иева Витол (в девичестве Клявиня).

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Бегуны на короткие дистанции России
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Легкоатлеты на летних Олимпийских играх 1912 года
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School District 49 will soon break ground for a new building at the Falcon Legacy Campus that will greatly expand the district's programming for students interested in the Careers in Construction pathway.
The new 4,800-square-foot building, adjacent to Patriot High School, will house expanded shop facilities and allow students to earn Home Building Institute construction certifications. Graduates will be employable immediately in the local construction industry.
A snowstorm forced the cancellation of a groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for March 4. It will be rescheduled for a later date, said David Nancarrow, director of communications, but a number of components for the new building have already been delivered to the site.
One small classroom currently is able to accommodate only a small group of students per semester, said Nikki Lester, District 49's Director of Career and Technical Education.
Lester expects the Careers in Construction program to grow from 10-15 students to 170-200 students per year when the new building is completed by next fall.
"We would be open for other local schools, too, as well as some of our community partners," she said.
The Housing & Building Association of Colorado Springs helped District 49 obtain the nationally recognized Home Builders Institute Careers in Construction curriculum, a four-year pathway that begins with core concepts, and practices and proceeds through training in plumbing and electrical, HVAC, painting and finishing, weatherization and masonry as students progress.
Launched in 2015 in Harrison School District 2, the program has been adopted by 13 schools and has enrolled almost 500 students.
The new building will permit District 49 to offer the full curriculum.
"Right now, we're only offering core skills and carpentry," Lester said.
The Housing & Building Association and local contractors are facilitating construction of the building.
"The HBA knew we were having issues with our facilities and were confined by our current building structure," Lester said.
For a related story on Careers in Construction in Widefield District 3, see the March 8 edition of the Colorado Springs Business Journal.
Yes, please let my school know I would like to take a shop class.
Careers in Construction was launched in 2015 to help young people connect with construction trade education in the Pikes Peak and Southern Colorado regions - and to encourage our allies in the construction industry to join us in creating good career opportunities while helping their industries.


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The Pinchot Expanse, aka the Pinch, is a region of space in the Alpha Quadrant, near First Federation and the Ferengi Alliance, located past the edge of Federation territory approximately two light years beyond Deep Space 3. The expanse was named for Starfleet Captain Marcus Pinchot, one of the earliest explorers of the area. However, the expanse is plagued by "mysterious disappearances, strange occurrences, and general odd happenings," and as such, has never been fully charted. Captain Pinchot was reported to have said that in the expanse, "Newton hit an apple on the head." (Star Trek: Outpost)
There are hundreds of stories about the expanse, involving missing starships, missing crews, temporal anomalies, spatial anomalies, and a host of other scientific esoterica.
The Ajax Anomaly, a void or "hole" in space, was one such phenomenon within the Pinch. (Star Trek: Outpost: "Mending Fences", "Window of Heaven")
In 2289, the USS Liberty was assigned to survey the Pinchot Expanse, with the purpose of investigating and cataloguing anomalies. The ship was declared missing and lost with all hands.
In 2364, Captain Sayzar Tyrellian disappeared from his cabin aboard the USS Chimera while the vessel was traveling at warp two through the Pinch. (Star Trek: Outpost: "What Could Be So Bad?")
The following year, the Chimera, under the command of Lieutenant Renova Exler, recovered an escape craft from the USS Liberty, lost in the Pinch for seventy-six years. (Star Trek: Outpost: "As Time Goes By")
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They 'Were Both Glowing': The Early Clues Amal and George Clooney Were Expecting Twins (a Boy and a Girl!)
"George and Amal were both glowing," a Suburbicon set source tells PEOPLE in the new issue
By Julie Jordan and Jen Juneau February 16, 2017 05:15 PM
Most of the world was likely pretty surprised when it came to George and Amal Clooney's twin pregnancy announcement. But for those who spent some time around the happy couple — including during Amal's visit to her husband's Suburbicon set late last year — the news probably wasn't so shocking.
"George and Amal were both glowing," a set source tells PEOPLE in the new issue. "There were hints and rumors about her being pregnant. She seemed careful with food and didn't have any caffeine."
Last month, buzz really began circulating that the Lebanese-British human-rights lawyer was pregnant. She showed the tiniest hint of a baby bump as she was honored for raising awareness about ISIS's devastation of the Yazidi people in Iraq at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Switzerland.
Amal, 39, also opted for a loose-fitting Adam Lippes coat while jet-setting with her husband late last month, just a week and a half before their pregnancy news went public.
RELATED VIDEO: He's "Excited but Nervous!" How George Clooney Is Getting Ready to Be a Dad to Twins
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Multiple sources confirmed to PEOPLE that the Clooneys are expecting twins — a son and a daughter — this spring.
The couple has been spending more time at their newly renovated mansion outside of London that they purchased for a reported $12 million shortly after their September 2014 wedding, seemingly nesting in preparation for the babies' arrival with recent renovations including a new pool, a theater room and a garden terrace.
"George is excited, but nervous," a source close to the couple tells PEOPLE of the veteran actor, 55. "He is excited about the kids, but also has the normal amount of nerves that come with being parents."
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George "will be a great father because he's always had a very strong sense of family," says a longtime insider. "That comes from his father, Nick, and mother, Nina. If you look at it, he's had a kind of family around him, he's extremely loyal to friends."
Another insider shares that Amal "strikes me as someone who'll be a fantastic mother. Intelligent, loving, funny, smart, nurturing. She doesn't seem someone who will let kids get away with being Hollywood children."
Says the Suburbicon source, George "hinted that he might be taking some time off. That would be very rare for him, but now it all adds up. He's going to be the best dad."
For much more about how the Clooneys are getting ready for parenthood, pick up this week's issue of PEOPLE, on newsstands Friday.
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Nearly simultaneous fires, believed to be arson, damaged two abortion clinics Monday and may have been the result of a ''mock funeral'' held at one of the clinics over the weekend.
The blazes, one at the Women`s Center and the other at the Margaret Sanger Center, were set by ''incendiary devices,'' said Assistant Fire Chief Charles Collini. The clinics are about 1 1/2 miles apart.
Firefighters were on their way to the Women`s Center shortly after 3 a.m., when they saw the blaze at the Sanger clinic and called for more crews, Collini said.
Both blazes were under control within two hours and no injuries were reported, he said.
On Saturday, about 100 members of a group called Americans Against Abortion demonstrated in front of the Sanger clinic, holding a mock funeral and exchanging words with about 50 members of the Freedom of Choice Coalition. Police watched but made no arrests.
''It`s hard to believe (the fires) were not at least activated (by the demonstration),'' said Shirley Clark, director of education at Sanger.
''The kind of fervor they were raising Saturday encourages this action. There were very hostile people there. It`s horrible that people would stoop to this kind of action,'' she said.
Dr. Martin Haskell, director of the Women`s Center, said the damage at his facility was confined mostly to the basement, but that there was smoke damage throughout the building.


What happened the first half of the year? Profits for the 1st quarter of 2014 were actually better than expected, despite the country's deep freeze. The blizzard conditions shut down the transportation of goods and services. Healthcare spending was lower than expected and inventories were drawn down. We had market declines in February and April which were read as distractions to what continues to be a generally solid, yet moderate, economic recovery. April's decline was the 7th drop in the market in the 3-8% decline range over the last 36 months. Clearly, the US economy dropped into a hole, as evidenced by the 1st quarter seasonally adjusted GDP decline of 2.9%. However, the market's declines were very slight relative to the very large stock gains in 2013. Perhaps the declines were muted due to the more promising outlook for the 2nd quarter and second half of the year. Also, large volumes of company stock buy backs kept values buoyant.
What's going right? Presently, we are having a stronger rebound from a deeper hole. Using the stock market as a leading indicator – up about 10% since the February low and 7.5% from the April low –suggests that second quarter earnings will be better than expected. If we focus on leading indicators, irrational pessimism should again be disproven suggesting a US growth rate of 2.5% to 3% - slow and steady – and global expansion in the 6-7% range with support from China's stabilizing growth. The Federal Reserve has communicated no immediate plans to raise interest rates and the global central banks continue maintaining a policy to keep rates very low; no recession on the horizon, stock valuations are not euphoric and have been correcting in pockets of market froth; investor sentiment is reasonably balanced; industrials and transportation sectors are pretty solid. The momentum going into 2nd quarter earnings is positive with increasing gains in employment and improving consumer sentiment.
What are the concerns? If profits start to disappoint along with corporate outlooks softening, stocks may sell off. Assuming this does not happen, event driven market declines such as geopolitical noise are likely buying opportunities. Structural economic changes such as interest rate increases or a sustained spike in oil prices are a bigger concern. Geopolitical risk, primarily in the Middle East, could result in spiking oil prices. This could send Europe into a recession and would have a negative effect on the US economy and equity markets. The Federal Reserve may be behind on raising interest rates and communicate the rate increase sooner than what the financial markets expect, resulting in a rapid and possibly deeper market decline. Both of these could lead to a structural change and effect the economic recovery. Assuming neither one happens, market gains may grind forward leading to higher valuations and possible bubbly conditions. Rates rising sooner may likely slow the economy and cause a market correction but limit possible bubble scenarios in the longer term.
Allocation of funds? Cash provides a negative return after inflation. US government bonds are likely overvalued to stocks, however the interest rate bottoming process may go on for quite some time. Although various stock valuation methods present a range from overvalued to fairly valued, there are select U.S., developed and emerging market stock sectors that appear attractive, assuming the trend of global recovery continues. Expect headwinds that could lead to stock declines, perhaps shallow and in short duration. Assuming nothing structural, it may be an opportunity to reallocate and reinvest. NOTE: CUSTOMIZED CLIENT INVESTMENT POLICY MODELS ARE CONSERVATIVE WITH PRESERVATION OF PRINCIPAL, CONSERVATIVE, MODERATE AND MODERATE PLUS.


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Proxy advisory firm guidance expected, again
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Word has it that the SEC will soon issue "guidance" designed address to proxy advisory firms, such as ISS. According to the WSJ, the new guidance will focus primarily on disclosure of conflicts of interest. But don't hold your breath—similar guidance was expected in 2012. (See my news brief of 6/8/12.)
The common complaint expressed by companies is that proxy advisors hold too much sway over votes on board, executive pay and other governance matters. The article acknowledges that new rules "may have little practical effect on the ability of firms like Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. and Glass, Lewis & Co. to weigh in on governance debates. But it highlights how contentious their role has become at a time when corporate elections have grown more competitive amid a rise in activist investing." Of course, advice from proxy advisors is not always followed blindly. Research by a law professor "suggests that ISS actually shifts about 6% to 10% of votes on uncontested directors, in part because the biggest investment managers don't vote in lock step with the adviser, and smaller investors have less of an influence on vote outcomes."
According to the article, the new guidance calls for "better disclosure among proxy advisers that also sell corporate-governance consulting services to the same companies subject to their voting recommendations. SEC staff is likely to say they don't believe the current practice of requiring investors to contact an advisory firm for more information about potential conflicts conforms with the agency's interpretation of an existing SEC rule…." Most impacted will be ISS, since, the article claims, it is the only major proxy advisor that also provides consulting services. ISS has long been the subject of criticism for peddling consulting services to the same companies about which it makes vote recommendations. In addition, proxy advisers have "been criticized for selling their research to activist investors, many of whom propose proxy measures subject to recommendations from the advisers. Glass Lewis, the second-largest proxy adviser, is owned by the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board, a Canadian fund that sometimes takes activist positions."
Inquiring minds want to know: whatever happened to the types of rule requirements that were floated in connection with the SEC's proxy plumbing concept release? In addition to requiring more disclosure regarding potential conflicts of interest, the discussion surrounded the possibility of mandatory proxy advisory firm registration, requiring proxy advisory firms to describe their review processes in filed reports and requiring proxy advisor recommendations to be filed with the SEC. In 2010, the NYSE Commission on Corporate Governance had commended the SEC for issuance of the proxy plumbing concept release, including provisions regarding proxy advisors. The NYSE Commission advocated that proxy advisors be held to appropriate standards of transparency and accountability, including adherence to strict codes of conduct and requirements to disclose the policies and methodologies that they use to formulate specific voting recommendations, all material conflicts of interest and the company's response to the firms' analysis and conclusions. Of course, SEC guidance on conflicts disclosure will certainly be welcome, but it seems meagre in the context of the types of regulations that had previously been discussed.
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In the discussion about porn, it often seems that adults are speaking on behalf of young people.
But what about young people themselves? Are adults voices consistent with what young people are asking for? How is porn impacting their lives through their eyes? What are they seeing? How are they interpreting it? What do they want to see done about the widespread availability of porn?
Research from Australia, New Zealand and the United States provides us with pertinent insight. Studies confirm that many young people copy what they see in porn during their own sexual encounters, feel pressured to make or to imitate pornography, and feel they would be better off without access.
Providing detailed comments when asked what they have seen, some teens responses include:
It's called public humiliation. Which means they tie the girl up, say on the statue or pole or something. Then they strip them down naked and a guy or girl will embarrass them in public. But the person wants it, so they ask for it . . . so they're, like, forced to do things like give head or even if they haven't did it in the butt before, they have to, 'cause they asked for it.
~ 17-year-old female
Like, basically they had her in this room, this dirty mattress on the floor, she was laying on the mattress and then, like, six different guys keep goin' back and forth. She just layin' there. And then after, they was bein' mean to her, they was throwin' all her clothes at her, tellin' her to get out and stuff.
[I saw] men slap girls in their mouth, like in their faces, or like, open up their mouths when they're doing back shots . . . like slapping them on their boobs. Like, slapping, like that would hurt me. Yeah, they just do crazy things.
Unfortunately, this can result in teens engaging in these acts.
If I watch porn and, like, I see a male porn star, and sometimes like, if I'm with a female, I try to do the exact same thing as they're doing, 'cause I figure that they're stars.
~ 17-year-old male
Statistically, it's not uncommon for young people to imitate what they see. A 2018 study found that amongst 19-30-year-olds, 91.4% of those surveyed wanted to engage in one or more rough sex acts they had seen in pornography. Just over three-quarters had actually engaged in one or more rough sex acts, and almost half had engaged in behaviours four or more rough sex behaviours. These sex acts included hair pulling, spanking, scratching, biting, bondage, fisting, and double penetration.
A young woman shares what it felt like with her boyfriend when they were experimenting.
[The position is] with me laying down on my stomach and him laying down on top of me. It often, um, I know it is kind of extreme, but it feels like rape. Like, I don't know [laughs]. I just feel like I can't move. I feel like even if he's not being rough or anything on me, I just feel like stuffed, like it's not right. I feel like that's something that—it just doesn't—it just doesn't feel like . . . it's not comfortable. Yeah, it doesn't feel like that's what couples do [laughs]. It feels like I'm being forced. I don't like it.
A 17-year-old female describes learning anal sex from pornography then trying it herself.
What shocked me is how those females can take anal sex. I tried it once. I seen how the woman and stuff is so—they look like they get an orgasm from it. But when I tried it, I was so stunned, like, I ended up getting ibuprofens [sic] and stuff because I was in so much pain.
Porn also encourages young people to produce, possess and distribute child sexual exploitation material.
Me and my buddy, you know, we make videos of our own, and then like one time, my boy made a video. So we was on the train, it was like quiet and he just—he turned it up like real loud, and all you hear is the girl moaning, and everybody was just looking. It was his video, just stuff like that, like, you know. We watch it and like, nobody's ashamed of it.
One young guy reported that he felt uncomfortable because it encouraged degradation of women.
I don't think porn is helpful. . . . I think it's really degrading to both men and women. And I don't think that it should be there. But it was a resource that I had, so I took it. Um, I didn't want to do it, but you know, since you know, it was there, I did it, so . . . it makes a woman seem less than what she is. And it's like, they call her slut, bitch, take this and that, and I don't think that's really, you know, nice to say. So I wouldn't recommend it, but it was there, so I took it.
Some young women find their voice to overcome the pressure they face. This one shares:
He likes [pornography]. He been telling me to do most of the things, but I don't. I'm like, if you don't like how I satisfy you, then go find you a lady that does porn!
Porn is prolific in young people's lives, including in schools.
When I used to go to school, I used to go on porn sites sometimes, ya know? 'Cause I knew my boys, whenever we went to computer class or whatever, they knew like how to—to get on Facebook, to get on everythin'. So we could have really done everythin', everythin' we wanted. Go on a Web site, whatever.
Whilst these accounts are from Hispanic students in the U.S., similar trends have been observed in Australia and captured in The Porn Factor documentary - short clips can be viewed below.
There are of course, some young people who consume porn and seem to have no issue with it. Most often, this is due to normalisation—first defined by Cordelia Anderson, who dedicated her life to the promotion of sexual health and prevention of sexual harms, including the impact of pornography. Normalisation is defined as the process by which an idea, concept or behavior becomes an accepted part of societal culture. Once this occurs, it is considered "just the way it is" and becomes viewed as beneficial or preferential. When something is normalised, it's very difficult for young people to understand the pressure surrounding their choices as they navigate our toxic hypersexualised culture.
It's encouraging to know that the vast majority of young people surveyed in New Zealand agree that porn shouldn't be accessible by kids. 71% indicated that it should be filtered, blocked or that some sort of age restriction should be implemented to limit access by people under 18. This opinion is also held by half of regular porn viewers, with many young Kiwi's who regularly watch porn wanting help to reduce their viewing time.
Young Australian porn consumers report:
I think it has been a negative influence in many ways but at the same time I can't stop using it.
~ 18–19-year-old male
It makes me feel guilty, and I'm trying to stop. I don't like how I feel that I need it to get myself going, it's not healthy.
~ 18–19-year-old female
As we listen to young people's voices, it's clear that they need our help. There's several ways we can respond.
Teens need safe and responsible adults in their life to provide education to counteract the violence and degradation they see in pornography. Websites such as The Line. That's Not Cool and I am Courageous offer young people advice to counter sexist and harmful messages. Parents can find resources on our Parents of Teens page, and we've also put together a list of resources for use in educational settings.
Teens need clear guidance on what sexual behaviours are positive and healthy. Sex therapist, Wendy Maltz, indicates that sexual energy can unite a couple in a dance of tenderness and passion, heightening their self-awareness and strengthening their self-esteem and commitment to one another. Or, if used in a violent act like rape or humiliation, sexual energy can shatter trust and destroy one's sense of self-worth and safety. Wendy's work highlights that negative relationships (such as those modeled on porn) include a sense of entitlement, treating others as sex objects, manipulation, coercion, violence and abuse. Alternatively, healthy sexual interactions are caring, safe, have a sense of equality, trust, mutual respect, open communication, creative expression and emotional intimacy.
And finally, teens need us to act on their behalf and work towards reducing access to online pornography. Their Future. Your Voice. Take a stand by joining the eChildhood movement, and be proactive by educating those who represent us in parliament so they can effect change in the best interests of children and youth safety.
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Really like this; it is an interesting quilt as yours always are. That last photo is neat. At first glance, it almost looks like the quilt is hanging off the side of a huge, modern building.
You seem to arrive at an interesting result on a very regular basis. Colour me envious! I definitely want to follow one of your many leads sometime this summer.
I really like it! I think you chose a great shade of pink to combine with red.
I love how you took Jill's work as an inspiration and made it your own. Red and pink work beautifully together here!
Great quilt and congrats on just going with it. Improv piecing and quilting has made something interesting. Wish I could see it in person.
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I love this! And I think that process would be totally fun. And I could use up scraps and small pieces. Win Win Win.
What a fabulous quilt this is, just stunning!!! Love all those improv stripes and the quilting. Well done !!
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I love watching how you create. I remember an earlier post where you had just a few blocks and said you didn't know where this was headed. The final quilt is wonderful.
A wonderful improv quilt! Love your restricted palette and your quilting looks very effective!
What a gorgeous quilt. Very inspiring!
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What a beauty this is Debbie! I love the idea of this process. I need to try this one day, it looks like fun!
Lovely, lovely. Such a creative eye.
Wow once again a fabulous piece. This really has a vibe going on with it! Love it!
I love everything about this, and as always your photo shoot is fantastic. especially love it on the steps.
Great quilt. I like the improvisational way of pattern making.
What a beauty, I defenitely like the last picture you posted, it has such a nice backdrop.
Beautiful! Love how you paired the reds with low volumes and darker fabrics - great affect with your design!
Inspiring! I love the combination of reds and black & white. But those stripes! Dare I say I want to throw some slabs now!!
Fantastic! Lots of interest but not overwhelming.
Very cool quilt! Improvising is so freeing. The red/pink is great. I'm glad you told us the dimensions - it really surprised me that it was so small - I'd pictured it as pretty large in the first photo.
Stunning and I especially love that last photo! This would be a fun QAL.
Beautiful and inspirational, improvisational and orderly. I'm going to start digging through my strips ASAP!
I absolutely love how all those skinny stripes interact! I agree wholeheartedly that the improvisational process is so engaging and I have been playing with stripes lately, too.
This quilt top is brilliant and inspiring. You are right about red and pink. I also grew up learning that they should not be linked. But in truth, they are SO right for each other.
It can be a challenge to find quilt designs that work when you need a "guy" quilt. This is a great one to fit that bill. Great work Deb!
This is amazing! From the stripes to that gorgeous backing! Love this one sp much!
Oh, this quilt is fantastic! I too think it's so (sew) fun to just sit and sew and see what develops, like you did here. I love all the stripes This is a great improv piece, and I love! the color combos you used. This makes me want to go play in my scraps too.
I love the pink and red together.Beautiful work.


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Out For Work - Helps with the development, evaluation, initiation, and implementation of career plans and opportunities for LGBT students.
Out for Undergrad - Helps high-achieving LGBTQ undergraduates reach their full potential.
Out Professionals - Job search and networking website including a directory of businesses, women's network, LGBTQ events and links, and volunteer opportunities.
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"Lesbian Lifestyles: Women's Work and the Politics of Sexuality," Gillian A. Dunne, University of Toronto Press, 1996.
"Pleasures and Perils of Coming Out on the Job," Richard A. Rasi (Editor), Alyson Publications, 1995.


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The last annual report for America's Inkwell Llc was due on June 30, 2010. America's Inkwell Llc was a for-profit entity.


NYC is a great place to have a drink. The sheer variety of places you can visit with your friends is staggering. You have restaurants that serve every possible type of food. And if that is not enough, you have places that force the boundary between pub and showplace. But, if you are feeling in a mood for old-school hangout in a pub, you best do some research. Pubs have always been and always will be popular. New ones are constantly popping up, and if you want to get a proper drink, you need to consult pub goers. Therefore, you should talk with people who helped you move. Rember, NYC movers and packers know best. Here is our pick of the finest pubs in Manhattan in which you can get a proper drink.
Good, hardworking people of Manhattan know that if you want to get a good meal and a cold drink you come to Hale and Hearty. The pub proudly stands for more than 20 years and has become an NYC attraction. Their humble beginnings were all about providing warm, comfort foods to local workers at a reasonable price. Over the years the pub has expanded throughout Manhattan, but it still maintains its original recipe made from scratch using local ingredients. Ask around and you will see why a lot of people consider Hale and Hearty as one of the finest pubs in Manhattan.
On 55th Street, 8 Avenue in November 2003 Rumours Irish pub opened its doors. Ever since then it has served wholesome Irish and American food complimented by quality beers. If you are hungry for a nice, juicy burger or you would like some shepherd's pie, look no further. You can even watch a game on one of their huge HDTVs while you eat.
You cannot talk about Irish pubs in Manhattan without mentioning the Press Box. For 30 years it has been a hotspot for people who know what an Irish pub is all about. Just ask top local movers NYC about it. They will tell you that over its long period, the owners have improved the Press box and made it quite comfortable and cozy. Exposed brick, handcrafted mahogany woodwork, and a creative frontage all add to the experience. Furthermore, you can enjoy well made Irish food and watch a game on one of their plasma TVs and projection screens. There is even a private party room for the true sport loving groups.
The finest pubs in Manhattan must always have a decent burger.
You know that owners value tradition and quality if they name their place after an NYC legend. Professor Jerry Thomas was a famous bartender and is considered the father of cocktail. The pub cherishes the memory of the great professor by having a 41-foot bar with a large selection of draft beers and quality drinks. And if that is not enough, you can catch a game with your friends on one of their 17LCD TVs or on their HD projector. Come on down and have a blast!
As every student that is close to Greenwich Village knows, Off the Wagon is a great place to grab a drink. Since it opened in 1998 it held a special place in every NYC resident that visited it. There is a substantial selection of 15 bottled and 14 draft beers for you to choose from. And if you want to go off the wagon (wink, wink) you can get a shot from a wide selection of quality spirits. If you get hungry, you can enjoy a Cheesesteak or some tater tots made in a professional kitchen that works until 4 am. And if you are a sports fan, worry not. Among other TVs, there is a huge 100″ so you don't miss any part of the game.
I'm getting a hangover just by looking at this.
Now, this is a bit different. For all you wine lovers out there, or ones that would like to be, this is the place to go. Located on Hudson Street in Hudson neighborhood is one of the finest pubs in Manhattan, Lelabar. If you are tired of burgers, beers, and sports, come here. An expert sommelier will not just give you a drink of wine. He will take you on a wine journey specially designed for your taste. Their goal is to help people taste and experience wine as it was meant to be experienced. You will realize why making wine is considered an art form, and you will see why drinking wine is one also. Whether you are a novice wine lower or an oenophile, this is the place to visit in Manhattan.
Who knew that there was a right way to drink wine.
Keeping up with the different types of pubs, we come to Gottino. Now, this is as close as you can get to an "Italian pub". Because, here you can enjoy some great, authentic Italian food. But, don't let that fool you, this is not a traditional Italian restaurant. You come here if you want to have an Italian experience, not to eat Italian food. There are no reservations and there are instructions on which wine goes with which meal. This kind of experience is certainly not for everybody, but Gottino doesn't try to be. They have their style and it working out fine for them. If you want something new and authentic, come here.
Let us reel it back a bit. Fitzgerald's Pub is a tried and true American/Irish pub. Founded in 1992 it preserves the authentic American/Irish pub experience that most NYC residents crave for. Burgers, beers, sports, Irish food, all are here. They showcase Champions league and international soccers matches, so if you are European this will be the sports pub for you. Furthermore, this will be a great way for you to experience the Big Apple. Come and see why people of NYC consider Fitzgerald's as one of the finest pubs in Manhattan since its creation.


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HELLYEAH Wants Your Pictures With Vinnie Paul For New Album
HELLYEAH are putting their finishing touches on their new album and they want their fans to be a part of the group's album art. Find out how here. It's been less than a year since the death of iconic drummer Vinnie Paul but for many fans the loss of such a metal icon still hurts. Vinnie Paul passed away in June of heart disease and his death came as quite a shock to the rock community. After his death, fans were left wondering if his band HELLYEAH would continue on without their patriarch. Then on Thanksgiving, the band announced that new music was indeed on the horizon for 2019. Since then the rockers have been teasing their new music through clips on social media, exciting many fans. No official word yet if the band will be touring for the new album and if they do, who will be taking over the drum kit for Vinnie Paul. Now the band is working on artwork for their new record and they want YOUR PHOTOS with Vinnie Paul.
According to the band's Facebook post, they are looking for fans to submit their photos with Vinnie to be included in the new album's artwork. There are specific rules for photos being submitted that the band has outlined:
"You may only submit one photograph, and such photograph should only contain your image and Vinnie Paul. If your photograph contains third parties, your photograph will not be used. By submitting your photograph below, you grant to Hellyeah, and Hellyeah's assigns and licensees, the perpetual right and license throughout the universe to use and exploit your photograph, image and likeness for any purpose whatsoever in any and all media now known or hereafter devised. If you do not agree to the foregoing, do not submit your photograph"
You can submit your photos for HELLYEAH's album artwork in the comments section of the post.
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SHOULD FGM/C CIRCUMCISERS FACE TOUGHER JAIL TERMS?
The December holiday season in Kenya comes with a lot of activities, one of which is female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). Patterns in the practice of FGM/C are now shifting from traditional hyped ceremonies to secret ceremonies performed at night, with only members of the household present. This shift makes it difficult to trace the circumcisers, who continue with the practice because they see it as a lucrative business that earns them up to Kshs. 20,000. Although laws have been put in place to discourage FGM/C, chiefs find it difficult to prosecute the perpetrators owing to the absence of consenting witnesses. Sometimes, the victims even deny that any harm was done to them.
What do you think about this proposal from the DPP's office?


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If you don't want to take care of your plants as much and don't want to buy medium or nutrients, I would say your best bet would be making yourself an earth box.


Researchers at Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland, have built a matchbox-sized device claimed to test for the presence of bacteria in minutes instead of up to several weeks.
According to EPFL, a nano-lever vibrates in the presence of bacterial activity, while a laser reads the vibration and translates it into an electrical signal that can be read easily, with the absence of a signal signifying the absence of bacteria. Thanks to this method, it is quick and easy to determine if a bacteria has been effectively treated by an antibiotic, a crucial medical tool especially for resistant strains. The research is published in Nature Nanotechnology (see below).
Rapid detection of bacterial resistance to antibiotics using AFM cantilevers as nanomechanical sensors. G. Longo, L. Alonso-Sarduy, L. Marques Rio, A. Bizzini, A. Trampuz, J. Notz, G. Dietler & S. Kasas. Nature Nanotechnology (2013). Advance online publication.
The widespread misuse of drugs has increased the number of multiresistant bacteria1, and this means that tools that can rapidly detect and characterize bacterial response to antibiotics are much needed in the management of infections. Various techniques, such as the resazurin-reduction assays2, the mycobacterial growth indicator tube3 or polymerase chain reaction-based methods4, have been used to investigate bacterial metabolism and its response to drugs. However, many are relatively expensive or unable to distinguish between living and dead bacteria. Here we show that the fluctuations of highly sensitive atomic force microscope cantilevers can be used to detect low concentrations of bacteria, characterize their metabolism and quantitatively screen (within minutes) their response to antibiotics. We applied this methodology to Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, showing that live bacteria produced larger cantilever fluctuations than bacteria exposed to antibiotics. Our preliminary experiments suggest that the fluctuation is associated with bacterial metabolism.


The branched-chain amino acids continue to attract much attention as regards oxidation, molecular roles and dynamics.
oxidation might account for the depletion of plasma isoleucine and valine concentrations in antagonisms induced by feeding excess leucine. Such a mechanism would also account for the increased requirements for valine and isoleucine in poultry fed excess leucine (Chapter 14).
Oxidation of BCKA may be influenced by dietary carnitine. Owen et al. (2001) conducted a trial to elucidate the biochemical basis of reduced lipid and enhanced protein accretion in pigs fed L-carnitine. They proposed that dietary carnitine might decrease BCKA activity and thus conserve tissue pools of BCAA. Their results, summarized in Table 26.1, supported the hypothesis in that carnitine reduces BCKA dehydrogenase activity. They also observed enhanced rates of palmi-tate oxidation, more rapid flux through pyruvate carboxylase and higher rates of incorporation of amino acids into proteins in isolated hepatocytes following dietary supplementation with carnitine. Owen et al. (2001) interpreted the results to signify that carnitine availability enabled greater use of fat for energy, and diverted carbon along synthetic pathways, at the same time channelling BCAA away from oxidation and towards protein synthesis. The role of carnitine in the amelioration of BCAA antagonisms in poultry (Chapters 7 and 14) is now worthy of investigation and might help to substantiate and increase the scope of the conclusions of Owen et al. (2001).
Reference has already been made to the work of Anthony et al. (2000a,b) suggesting that leucine may act as a signalling molecule in the stimulation of muscle protein synthesis by enhancing availability of specific eukaryotic initiation factors (Chapter 1). Their studies demonstrated that leucine is possibly unique among the BCAA in its ability to stimulate muscle protein synthesis.
Table 26.1. Effect of dietary L-carnitine on performance, carcass characteristics and branched-chain keto acid (BCKA) dehydrogenase activity in pigs3.
aCompiIed from Owen et al. (2001).
Table 26.2. Leucine as a nutritional signal: aspects reviewed in a recent symposium.
cle protein synthesis in old rats. They attributed this effect to enhanced efficiency of protein translation. The overall implications of these findings for high-performance farm animals have yet to be explored.
Table 26.3. Leucine transport characteristics of placentae supplying normal and retarded pig fetuses at three stages of gestation3.
aBased on review by Ashworth et al. (2001).
putative existence of a leucine-recognition molecule has been proposed (Jefferson and Kimball, 2001). Furthermore, recent studies show that other amino acids may exert specific effects during fetal development (see below).


Everyone accepts credit and debit cards…except you and me. Paying gas money, sharing rent, or going in on a gift for Mom usually requires writing a check or running to the ATM.
Most reviews of person-to-person (P2P) payment apps focus on the ease of use for you. I do the same in this article, but I also mention how easy it is for the other person. It feels good to pay back a friend, but it seems rude to make it hard for them to use the money.
I need to pay some friends back for football tickets soon, so I thought I would try out the latest payment apps. I only used my phone, so all my findings and advice come directly from the mobile experience.
The right app for you depends on who you want to pay and how much you trust each company. As the fintech industry continues to grow and evolve, there will be more stand-alone apps to try. It's also becoming common for social media apps to add payment features. You can send or receive money through Facebook Messenger and Snapchat (using Snapcash). Also, I do not consider myself a security expert, but I do have some common safety tips at the end of the article.
None of these apps move money instantly for free. Sending or receiving money usually takes a business day or two. If you need to move money immediately, it'll cost you. If you want to get started using these apps, don't wait until the last minute. Set up an account today so it is ready to use for the future. So far, cash is still king.
Finally, keep in mind that I tried these apps for personal transactions. Businesses can use some of them but that gets complicated. If you're looking for an easy or cheap way to move money for business, this isn't the article for you.
Created by Square, this app took me only four minutes to install, set up an account, and link my debit card. The interface is simple, and you can send money to just about anyone using a text message or an email. Users can sign up for a unique $CashTag which makes paying friends and family even easier.
Square Cash is free to use when linked with a debit card or bank account. The app makes deposits within 1-2 business days. If you want to move money instantly (even on holidays), Square Cash can make instant deposits for a 1% fee.
The person receiving money from you does not need to sign up for a Square Cash account. This is why I put Square Cash at the top of my list. The app makes it easy for you to use and easy for others (that don't have Square Cash) to get paid.
Owned by PayPal, Venmo makes it easy to send and receive money among friends and family. It took me three and a half minutes to download the app and get an account up and running. There are no fees for linking bank accounts or debit cards, but there is a 3% fee for sending money using a credit card. If you send someone money, they have to have a Venmo account (or sign up for one) to receive the funds.
With Venmo, money is not moved from bank account to bank account. The service is more of a digital wallet that has its own balance. Once money shows up in Venmo, you can move it to your bank account. Since there is an extra step, you can cancel transactions if you make a mistake. This also means someone can cancel a transaction on you, so only use Venmo with those you trust.
Venmo is great if you and your friends have all created an account. If you are hanging out with the same people all the time, Venmo works great. But if you need to pay other people that don't want to use Venmo, life gets a little harder.
A while back, Facebook forced everyone to use a separate app to use their Messenger feature. Since I already use the app, I didn't need to download anything or set up an account. It took me less than a minute to link a debit card.
Facebook Messenger is the easiest app on this list due to the lack of features and options. You can only send and receive money with friends on Facebook (no businesses). You can only link debit cards. No linking bank accounts or credit cards. Plus, transactions are completely free.
The major downside to using Facebook Messenger is the security. If you leave your phone unlocked while logged in to Facebook, anyone has access to your payments. Otherwise, you're moving money for free with friends and family on an app you use every day.
It took me less than four minutes to download the PayPal app, create an account, and link my bank account. The app is sneaky when asking to set up a debit card first. PayPal has fees for debit and credit card transactions. Right now, the fee is 2.9% plus $0.30 for each transaction. But it took me seconds to figure out how to link a bank account, so now I can pay friends and family for free.
The app is easy to use and you can send money to almost anyone. If you plan to send money to friends or family, they need to already have a PayPal account or sign up for one. The process PayPal uses is a lot like using Venmo, but since they are the same company, that makes a lot of sense.
Ebay has been using PayPal for decades, so it is a trusted name. PayPal might be right for you if you want awesome customer service while slightly inconveniencing others.
Since I already use Gmail, installing and setting up an account with Google Wallet was fast. The app allows you to link only bank accounts and debit cards (no credit cards). Sending and receiving money is free. In fact, you don't need to use the app. You can send money directly through Gmail after signing up for Wallet.
The major downside to Google Wallet is that the other person needs to have an account. You can send money, but the other person has to have a Google Wallet account to collect. It's easy to use if the other person is already part of the Google ecosystem.
The final option to send friends and family money without using cash or checks is through the P2P payment system of your bank. I use a smaller, regional bank (i.e., not Wells Fargo or Bank of America). My bank has an app I can use on my phone, and each transaction costs $1.
The best news is that if I'm paying someone, they do not need to have an account at my bank. The friend or family member I'm paying gets an email or text message with a link and instructions.
This method works as well as the other apps I've talked about today. It all depends on which bank or credit union you use and what technology they have implemented.
Again, I do not consider myself a security expert. Here are the most common tips I found for keeping your money safe while using these P2P payment apps.
Lock your phone with a password, PIN, or pattern.
Don't ever use public Wi-Fi (Starbucks, airports, hotels, etc.) for private or sensitive information.
Sign up for automatic emails or text messages when money moves.
Use 2-step authentication if available.
Open a separate bank account to link to apps.
Only use these apps with friends and families.


(RALEIGH) Attorney General Josh Stein today submitted comments opposing the federal Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement's (BSEE) plans to significantly revise the Well Control Rule, formally known as the Oil and Gas and Sulfur Operations on the Outer Continental Shelf – Blowout Preventer Systems and Well Control regulations. The Well Control Rule, finalized two years ago after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, includes design and operational requirements for offshore drilling equipment, as well as more robust inspection, verification, and reporting requirements.
The BSEE has proposed to reduce or eliminate critical aspects of the Well Control Rule because, in BSEE's view, they "unnecessarily burden the development of domestic energy resources" and "are not needed to ensure safe and responsible development" of offshore resources.
The Well Control Rule resulted from a four-year process of investigations, studies, and stakeholder input, with detailed identification of and responses to public comments. Input on the proposed rollback, by contrast, has come from a single public forum held in September 2017, along with various unidentified "discussions" and "questions from operators." For some provisions that BSEE proposes to roll back, moreover, the compliance date has not yet even arrived.
The proposed rollback of the Well Control Rule coincides with the Bureau of Ocean Management's plans to expand offshore drilling and oil leasing to areas where they are currently nonexistent, including North Carolina's coast. Attorney General Stein submitted comments opposing the BOEM's plans earlier this year. Thus, BSEE's proposal to weaken precautions meant to prevent spills comes at the same time as it proposes to bring offshore drilling to areas least equipped to respond to those spills.
Attorney General Stein is joined in submitting today's comments by Attorneys General from Maryland, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Oregon, and Washington.


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