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SEC Delays Decision on Bitwise and VanEck/SolidX Bitcoin ETF Application
Reading Time: 2 minutes by Osato Avan-Nomayo on March 31, 2019 Bitcoin, Finance, News, Regulation
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released a handful of notices announcing the postponement of its decision on both the Bitwise and VanEck/SolidX Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications.
Bitwise Bitcoin ETF Postponed
In the first of two quick-fire notices published on March 29, 2019, the SEC announced its decision to delay the approval or rejection of the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF application. As previously reported by BTCManager, Bitwise Asset Management, a U.S.-based cryptocurrency index fund platform, had applied for a physically held Bitcoin ETF back in January 2019.
In mid-February, Bitwise submitted a proposed rule change to the SEC as part of its application. According to the notice, the SEC received 21 comments on the proposed rule change. With the announcement, the SEC now has a 45-day review period which it can extend to 90 days. The first 45-day deadline comes up on May 16, 2019.
The SEC also issued another public notice on Friday announcing the decision to delay the VanEck/SolidX bitcoin ETF by a further 45 days. Cboe had previously withdrawn the VanEck/SolidX application back in January 2019 before refiling a few days later. The 45-day deadline for the Cboe application comes up on May 21, 2019.
The SEC's decision will come as no surprise to cryptocurrency enthusiasts as the Commission has remained consistent in its reticence concerning the approval of a Bitcoin ETF. The delay and reject song-and-dance is one that the Commission has repeatedly rolled out when considering such financial products.
Going by the well-established history of BTC ETF rejections, come May 2019, the Commission will elect to postpone its decision again by another 45 days. Once the 90 days are over, a decision will still most likely not be made and the process will drag on for the full 240-day approval lifespan until the inevitable "no" verdict is given.
Despite the clamor for an SEC-approved Bitcoin ETF, the Commission continues to point to claims of market manipulation, liquidity issue, among others as reasons for rejecting each application. As part of its proposed rule change, Bitwise revealed that wash trading accounts for 95 percent of daily BTC trading volume.
While the SEC might point to such a report as a justification for its concerns, it is important to note that wash trading has little impact on BTC price discovery. These inflated trading figures come from obscure exchanges with low trading activity.
Recently, SEC Commissioner, Hester Peirce urged the regulator to do better in terms of innovation and keeping pace with the industry.
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June 10, 2013 / 1:16 PM / 6 years ago
S&P revises U.S. credit outlook to 'stable' from negative
David Gaffen, Daniel Bases
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Standard & Poor's on Monday removed the near-term threat of another credit rating downgrade for the United States by revising its outlook to stable from negative, citing an improved economic and fiscal outlook.
A full moon rises over the skyline of New York next to One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan, as seen from the Eagle Rock Reservation in West Orange, New Jersey, April 26, 2013. REUTERS/Gary Hershorn
The change effectively means there is less than a one-third chance of a downgrade in the next two years.
S&P said a key factor to its revision in the U.S. rating outlook was the agreement reached by the U.S. Congress to avoid the 'fiscal cliff', which had threatened some $600 billion in automatic tax increases and spending cuts.
S&P cut the U.S. sovereign credit rating in August 2011 to AA-plus from the highly coveted top grade of AAA, citing political brinkmanship and gridlock in Washington that delayed an otherwise routine raising of the nation's debt ceiling.
"We did get some movement from both sides and we think that is encouraging, at least to the point of convincing us that the dynamics in Washington are not likely to get substantially worse in the medium term," Nikola Swann, S&P's lead sovereign analyst for the United States, said in a webcast with reporters.
Moody's Investors Service and Fitch Ratings give the U.S. credit their highest rating but both have negative outlooks.
The U.S. Treasury Department, which had argued that S&P's initial downgrade was misguided, welcomed the latest action. "We're pleased that they are recognizing the progress in the U.S. economy and fiscal results," Treasury Under Secretary Mary Miller told reporters.
S&P said it does not expect the debate later in 2013 regarding a raising of the debt ceiling to result in "a sudden unplanned contraction in current spending - which could be disruptive - let alone debt service."
The current rating already factors in a "lesser" ability of U.S. elected officials to move quickly and effectively to deal with public finance pressures.
S&P estimates the government will need to authorize a further increase in the amount of debt it can issue near the end of the fiscal year in September.
"We think that this (debate) is likely to not be any more dramatic than was the equivalent vote in August of 2011," said Swann.
Instant View: S&P revises U.S. credit outlook to 'stable'
FISCAL IMPROVEMENT
The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office announced on May 14 that the U.S. federal budget deficit is shrinking faster than previously thought.
The CBO cut the deficit forecast for the current fiscal year by $203 billion from estimates made in February of $642 billion, making it the smallest budget shortfall since 2008.
The deal struck by Congress on New Year's Day 2013 meant much of the threatened tax hikes did not come to fruition.
"The news is better on the tax side," John Chambers, chairman of S&P's sovereign ratings committee, said on the webcast.
Chambers said the boost in tax revenues was due to investors taking profits on investments sooner than they might otherwise have done because of uncertainty over whether tax rates on capital gains might rise if no agreement were to be reached. The tax rates by and large did not rise in the end.
Another factor helping the U.S. fiscal position were the automatic spending cuts, known as sequestration. They were meant to be so severe that Republics and Democrats would be forced to reach an agreement on a budget to avoid them. They failed, resulting in cuts going into effect on March 1.
"In the meantime we think that policymakers and elected official have a bit more time to get the fiscal house in order," said Chambers.
S&P said it expects the U.S. debt-to-GDP ratio to stabilize around 84 percent over the next three to five years. Economic growth is expected in the 2 to 3 percent range, on average, over the same period.
Financial market reaction to S&P's decision was muted.
Initially, the news led to gains in U.S. stock prices, although they proved short-lived. The U.S. dollar added value against the euro and yen, extending gains already in place from European and Asian trading hours. Prices for U.S. Treasuries fell and in the case of the 30-year bond, the yield hit a 14-month high before receding.
"The strong stock market has created tax revenues, which is certainly positive, and the economy continues a slow but steady growth path, so while we continue to print money, the overall debt numbers have stabilized and I think that's what the S&P is reflecting," said Tim Ghriskey, chief investment officer at Solaris Group in Bedford Hills, New York.
Fitch affirmed its AAA rating in January, effectively stepping back from its threat to downgrade the U.S. credit after a deal was reached to avoid the fiscal cliff.
A view shows the Standard & Poor's building in New York's financial district in this February 5, 2013 file photo. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/Files
Moody's has maintained that it is looking for improvement in the ratio of the United States' debt to gross domestic product and setting a downward trajectory on the overall level of debt.
"Few people actually take notice of the rating on the government's debt. The change makes sense, though, since the trajectory of the deficit has improved," said Brian Jacobsen, chief portfolio strategist at Wells Fargo Funds Management in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.
"Of course, S&P should not have downgraded the debt to begin with. If the credit rating is supposed to assess the probability of default, it's silly to give the U.S. government anything but a AAA," said Jacobsen.
Reporting by David Gaffen; Writing by Daniel Bases; Additional reporting by Ellen Freilich and Alison Griswold in New York and Margaret Chadbourn in Washington, DC; Editing by Diane Craft, Clive McKeef and James Dalgleish

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The band will start recording their second album with producer Kevin Shirley (Led Zeppelin, Iron Maiden, Slayer, Silverchair, Cold Chisel), at his studio in Malibu, California later this month. The album will be released by Mascot Records in March 2013. Immediately following release, the band will tour the U.K., launching the excursion at Scala in London the 9th of April.
In 2011, Tracer came to prominence in the U.K. when they released their debut album Spaces In Between which spawned three radio singles on Planet Rock, including the song "Too Much." Tracer is Michael Brown (guitar, vocals), Andre Wise (drums), and Pat Saracino (bass). They've received praise from UK rock magazines including Classic Rock (New Band of the Month), Total Guitar, Metal Hammer, and Guitarist, while the video for "Too Much" has amassed 100,000 YouTube views. The clip can be screened here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpv2DYrE5eo.


For Lady Victoria Aguiyi Ironsi, the shock of the news of the tragic death of her husband, the late former Head of State, Lt. General Johnson Aguiyi Ironsi can never go away. She described the day and entire period as shocking and terrible dark days. But she remains grateful to God that she weathered it all. In this interview in Umuahia, Lady Aguiyi Ironsi laments that both the Federal and State Government do not accord the nation's heroes the respect they deserve.
Shocking, it was a terrible thing. But usually when a soldier marries a woman, he always tries to bring her up to his standard, that is to be brave and courageous. Time without number, they go out and they don't return. They tell us as wives, 'as a soldier, I can die any day.' They don't hesitate to tell us something like that. And when they tell us things like that, we always think they are just talking, but they are teaching us something serious, really.
In my case, when I got worried, he would advise me not to be worried. He would tell me, 'don't be worried, I am a soldier, I can die any day.' So on this fateful day, it happened. Where did he go to, a meeting in Ibadan; Fajuyi was hosting him at the State House, Ibadan. From a meeting you don't see your husband again; he was not sick, nothing. What you do, nothing, you wouldn't even know what to do, you are just empty. It is only God that can console you, that time you need God most. That was what happened to me, it was shocking. You don't even know the true situation of things.
Nobody told me whether he was dead or alive. For so many months, no information on whether he was killed. People just kept trooping in [to the State House], saying this and saying that, then you are dumb, you can't even talk. I just kept looking at thousands of people that came to see me. Who were you going to talk to? Some people said they saw him in Umuahia, his home town, some said they saw him in other places, I was just looking at people talking, I did not know what to contribute. I was just confused, looking at them.


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At the start of a new year we all take the opportunity to assess our ambitions and goals in life, so it is no surprise that January is the time of year when we get the most enquiries about trusteeships.
Being a trustee is a fantastic way to contribute and to learn a new empathy about the challenges people face, all the while learning new skills, improving your CV, meeting new friends and building your networks.
Research shows a direct link between trusteeship and improved professional prospects. Almost a quarter of trustees (22%) have had a promotion as a result of their board-level volunteering and 98% say they would recommend the experience.
For women, 74% say they've improved in confidence thanks to being a trustee, and 38% have new leadership aspirations as a result. Board-level volunteering is doing wonders for UK employers too. Most (85%) bosses said trusteeship is an effective and low-cost way for staff to develop skills, and 62% bosses believe that firms that encourage trusteeships among employees positively raise their corporate responsibility profile.
So why not become a board-level volunteer and 2015 could become the year that you change lives (including your own!).


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60 seconds with: Stephen Purcell
Business, Interviews | Thu 27 Apr | Author – Business & Finance
Director at Future Analytics Consulting Stephen Purcell takes the Business & Finance 60-second challenge.
Q. What was your first job?
My first full-time role was following my primary degree when I was hired by Irish Rail in the divisional engineer's office.
The role taught me the critical importance of attention to detail in railway engineering, the contractor and procurement management process and also reaffirmed my interest in town planning and development, which is ultimately why I then pursued the Master of Regional and Urban Planning programme in UCD.
Q. What would you regard as your greatest achievement to date?
I have just become a dad in recent days, so my new boss Freya Elizabeth Purcell must get a mention here! In my career to date, I am particularly proud of the role I have played in the development of our company, Future Analytics Consulting, and the growth we have experienced in recent years.
With a team of 24 and a diverse project portfolio, we connect city planning, research and economics, and our reporting and technological platforms help government and businesses to organise, and explore data to make smarter decisions.
It has been an exciting experience building our profile in recent years. We are continually looking to bring the business to the next level, and I have pursued supporting initiatives such as joining Plato Dublin during 2016/17 – this is a really useful group learning programme that encourages business owner-managers to stimulate new ideas and learn from large 'parent' companies.
Q. What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given?
'Measure twice, cut once'. My mother-in-law would always say this to my craftsman father-in-law!
It certainly holds true in consultancy services, especially where so much of our research is subject to scrutiny and is relied on for major investment decisions. Ensuring our clients have trust in what we do is essential!
Q. If you could step into the shoes of one businessperson for the day, who would it be and why?
I have incredible respect for the likes of Chuck Feeney and other notable businesspersons who have had considerable success in their careers and have fulfilled an opportunity to make a massive impact on the lives of others through philanthropic means.
They say if you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune, but if you want happiness for a lifetime, help someone else. There are an incredible number of Irish SMEs and businesspersons doing some truly great charitable acts and initiatives, not for the glory or kudos, but under the radar and with a passion to help. These unsung heroes deserve a lot of respect.
Q. How do you relax?
The working week tends to be quite busy with ongoing projects, many of which have statutory deadlines, and so my perfect mode of relaxation is hanging out over the weekend with my family and perhaps hiking with our black lab, Lexie.
Q. In three words or less, how do you define success?
Making a difference.
Q. How do you motivate yourself and your staff?
Our team are passionate about the type of work we undertake, and the challenges we face and novel solutions we seek to apply. We promote 'thinking outside the box' to bring added value to projects.
Communication is hugely important to solve project challenges and meet our project objectives, and all team members need to be kept informed of ongoing progress. Because we have a diverse skill-set across the company, we are fortunate to have projects across the public and private sectors, and indeed across Europe so we are continually learning and applying these processes to the Irish context.
We are concentrating on our company culture in recent years, and seeking to engage more closely with our overall team. By empowering and encouraging individuals and teams alike, we are all 'champions' for the collective growth of the business and the achievement of our individual and collective goals.
Q. What's your motto?
We are lucky to be alive and well – there are so many faced with such difficult circumstances, that it is important to reflect on how lucky we are, and to maintain a positive mindset.
Q. What are your aspirations for the future of your business?
Future Analytics Consulting has carved out a strong profile in the pursuit of European Commission-funded research on applied research topics such a smart cities, energy efficiency, urban resilience and critical infrastructure protection.
We are keen to pursue commercialisation opportunities arising from these projects, and our software development and data analytics offering is continually evolving through this experience.
As a town planning and development consultancy with a specialism in data analytics and market intelligence, our service offer has a broader application into other sectors now.
Being used to taking a 'helicopter view' or strategic perspective on challenging projects, we are helping clients to navigate key investment decisions and providing them with the comfort of this advice being evidence-led.
We intend to bring a product to market over the next 18 months that will leverage the software development expertise we have gained through our European research projects, and to continue to raise our profile across the Irish market and internationally with strategic alliances and partnerships we have developed.
The Plato Dublin programme I am participating in has given me exposure to great insights from successful business operators who provide guest-presentations, and enabled me to apply these processes within the business more coherently.
We hope that Future Analytics Consulting will continue to become a recognised name in town planning, development and strategy consultancy services across Ireland, and we will be working hard throughout 2017 and beyond to ensure this!
There are an incredible number of Irish SMEs and businesspersons doing some truly great charitable acts and initiatives, not for the glory or kudos, but under the radar and with a passion to help
CHARTING THE CAREER
Stephen Purcell is a chartered surveyor and town planner, with a particular interest in project strategy.
Within town planning and development projects, his track record extends to securing planning permission for large scale residential (both housing and apartment) projects, commercial schemes and mixed use urban developments.
Purcell has project managed multi-disciplinary teams and represented consortia from project inception through to development consent.
He has also coordinated national and regional forward planning and socio-economic research across a range of projects, including the Gateways and Hubs Development Index, 2013.
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Topics: 60 seconds, charitable acts, chartered surveyor, Chuck Feeney, collective goals, energy efficiency, Freya Elizabeth Purcell, Future Analytics Consulting, Gateways and Hubs Development Index, Irish Rail, Plato Dublin, smart cities, Stephen Purcell, town planning, urban resilience


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The Lone Bellow Debut New Song 'Wonder'
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getTV Announces Fifth Annual MOST WONDERFUL MONTH OF THE YEAR
getTV kicks off its fifth annual "Most Wonderful Month of the Year" Christmas programming celebration beginning November 17 with classic holiday-themed variety shows, movies and sitcom episodes that will delight viewers of all ages with the spirit of the season.
BWW Review: ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE at Dr. Phillips Center Is Far from Paradise
by Aaron Wallace - Nov 14, 2019
I would never drink on the job, but at ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE, a?oepour me something tall and stronga?? is part of the mandate a?" and the show writers are clearly counting on tequila to carry them through. Margaritaville is an island getaway where the drinks are strong, Jimmy Buffett is god, and every single inhabitant has exactly one personality trait. It's definitely the cheeseburger version of paradise...
Judy Gold, Jason O'Connell and More Will Take Part in Primary Stages Festival of Special Events
PRIMARY STAGES (Andrew Leynse, Artistic Director; Shane D. Hudson, Executive Director; Casey Childs, Founder) announced today a monthlong festival of solo performances, readings, and special events, featuring members of the Primary Stages family. Additional performances will be added throughout the month.
OVER HERE! - Back with the Beat at The Triad
by Richard Ridge - Nov 13, 2019
On Monday night, Over Here! The Big Band Musical was back in New York at The Triad Theatre for the first time since its original 1974 Broadway production and the joint was jumpin'. Veteran's Day proved to be the perfect time to revive this beloved celebration of the American spirit and optimism that defined the 1940's. To make it even more worthwhile, a portion of the proceeds from the evening was donated to Vietnam Veterans of America. Over Here! is one of this journalist's favorite musicals, so I was thrilled to have it back on the boards. Under the razor-sharp direction of Will Nunziata, who is quickly becoming a go-to director, this feel-good show sparkled and shined like a freshly polished diamond. It featured a stellar cast of 19, plus an 11-piece swing band, under musical director extraordinaire Blake Allen. Choreographer Andrew Black used every inch of space to give us one eye-popping musical number after another.
Willie Nelson & Family, Alison Krauss, and More to Perform at MerleFest 2020
MerleFest, presented by Window World, is proud to announce the initial lineup for MerleFest 2020, which will be held April 23-26. The annual homecoming of musicians and music fans returns to the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. "For over 30 years, one of the major factors that has built and sustained MerleFest has been the quality of the artists and performances that our guests see over the 4-day festival," says Ted Hagaman, Festival Director. "People truly feel that the festival is a great value and that is why music fans and families return year after year. We feel that the 2020 lineup again reflects the diversity and quality of performers, and we look forward to another successful festival in April." The complete lineup for MerleFest 2020 will be announced over the next few months.
King Center Announces Nine New Shows
King Center has announced nine new shows for its 2020 season. See the new lineup below:
Cole Swindell Brings Down To Earth Tour to Sanford Pentagon on March 25
11-time No. 1 hit rising superstar Cole Swindell will bring his headlining Down To Earth Tour March 25, 2020 to Sioux Falls, SD. Joining Swindell on his Down To Earth Tour are special guests HARDY and Trea Landon. Tickets will go on sale to the public Friday, November 15.
Smithsonian Channel's 'In Color' Series Transform Decades of Black and White
Smithsonian Channel is transforming decades of black and white, bringing historic figures and events into the full-color world they lived in season three of the beloved series AMERICA IN COLOR as well as in the new series BRITAIN IN COLOR on Nov. 17.
Killswitch Engage Announce Support For Upcoming Spring Tour
by TV News Desk - Dec 3, 2019
Gold-selling hard rock heavyweights Killswitch Engage have announced that Light the Torch will serve as the opening act on their upcoming Spring 2020 headline tour. As fans are more than well aware, Light the Torch features frontman Howard Jones, who served as KsE's singer from 2002 through 2012.
ABC to Air LIVE IN FRONT OF A STUDIO AUDIENCE on December 18
'Live in Front of a Studio Audience,' the live broadcast television event that captivated audiences with its all-star cast recreating episodes of 'All in the Family' and 'The Jeffersons' last spring, is set to return to ABC on Wednesday, Dec. 18, with newly recreated, live installments of Norman Lear and Bud Yorkin's Emmy® Award-winning series 'All in the Family' and groundbreaking sitcom 'Good Times,' created by Mike Evans, Eric Monte and developed by Lear. The holiday-inspired live event produced by Sony Pictures Television, will reunite executive producers Norman Lear, Jimmy Kimmel, Brent Miller, Will Ferrell and Justin Theroux. Kerry Washington, who portrayed Helen Willis of 'The Jeffersons' in the original special in the spring, will join as an executive producer.
L.A.'s Immersive Theatre NOCTURNAL FANDANGO Extends Fall '19 Schedule
Nocturnal Fandango, a premiere Los Angeles immersive theatre company, has extended their Fall 2019 production schedule due to popular demand. Take Me, a long form two-hour solo audience experience, has added performances October 26 and 27, now that the October 18, 19 and 20 performances are completely sold out.
Brainstory Releases New Single, Announces Debut Album BUCK
Birthed out of the San Bernardino Valley, east of Los Angeles, Brainstory are Kevin, Tony and Eric, brothers bounded by blood, fate and a small town with nothing to do. After releasing two EPs, on Chicano Batman's El Relleno Records, Brainstory has announced their debut album, Buck, will be arrivingNovember 15 via Big Crown, releasing a new single "Breathe." "Breathe" finds Brainstory taking a page out of the Shuggie Otis playbook and flipping the script with some stoned out West Coast swag.
Caissie Levy, Andy Mientus, and More Slated for Fall Lineup at Feinstein's at the Nikko
Today, Feinstein's at the Nikko announced an exciting lineup of artists who will take the stage at San Francisco's premier intimate nightclub this fall.
WINES to Top Off Your Summer
by Marina Kennedy - Aug 25, 2019
Labor Day is the next big weekend and that means more beaching, barbecues, and some final summer soirees. It's a great time to take stock of your wines and purchase some that are ideal to toast the many joys of summertime.
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Alert: Fenway Health Statement on Senate Vote to Proceed on Vote on Health Care Bill
TOPICS:acaAIDShealth insuranceHIVlgbtqmental healthobamacaresti
Posted By: The Rainbow Times July 25, 2017
BOSTON—Today, the United States Senate voted to proceed with debate on a bill to either repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) or one that would repeal and then replace the ACA. There is no text of the bill available for the public to review and the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), which provides Congress with nonpartisan analysis of legislation, will not have an opportunity to project the likely impact of the bill before Senators vote.
The vote will take place sometime tomorrow, July 26, 2017.
A bill put forward by the Senate in June would result in an estimated 22 million Americans losing their health insurance by 2026 as compared with what would be expected under continued implementation of ACA, according to the CBO. In May, the CBO estimated that a bill narrowly passed by the House of Representatives would result in 23 million Americans losing their health insurance by 2026.
"We don't know what's in the bill that senators are debating and preparing to vote on," said Sean Cahill, Director of Health Policy Research at The Fenway Institute of Fenway Health. "Thus far, however, every bill proposed by Congress to replace the ACA would result in harm to LGBT people and people living with HIV, and that would be devastating to the health of these communities."
More than 20 million Americans have gained health insurance under the ACA, and from 2013 to 2015—after key provisions of the ACA that expanded eligibility for Medicaid went into effect—rates of uninsurance among lesbian, gay and bisexual people were cut in half, from 22% to 11%. Over the same period, rates of uninsurance among low-income transgender people dropped from 59% to 35%. Between 2012 and 2014, rates of uninsurance among people living with HIV dropped from 22% to 15%. Over the same period, rates of uninsurance among Black Americans dropped from 19% to 11%.
The Fenway Institute has released several policy briefs on the impact that repeal of the ACA would have on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people, as well as people living with HIV. Various bills that have been proposed would end the expansion of Medicaid permitted under the ACA and make additional cuts to the program. The Senate bill put forward last month would allow states to opt out of many of the ACA's health insurance requirements, including rules for what constitutes a qualified health plan and what health benefits must be covered. The ACA currently requires coverage of essential health benefits, including HIV/STI screening and behavioral health care.
"These benefits are especially important for LGBT people, people who are living with HIV, and other vulnerable populations that are disproportionately burdened by health disparities and experience barriers to accessing healthcare," Cahill added. "These changes would disproportionately harm LGBT people, people living with HIV, and people with other chronic diseases."
The policy briefs related to the Congressional health care bills are Essential Elements of a Revised National Health Care Policy for LGBT People and People Living with HIV and What the American Health Care Act means for LGBT people and people living with HIV.
Since 1971, Fenway Health has been working to make life healthier for the people in our neighborhood, the LGBT community, people living with HIV/AIDS and the broader population. The Fenway Institute at Fenway Health is an interdisciplinary center for research, training, education and policy development focusing on national and international health issues. Fenway's Sidney Borum Jr. Health Center cares for youth and young adults ages 12 to 29 who may not feel comfortable going anywhere else, including those who are LGBT or just figuring things out; homeless; struggling with substance use; or living with HIV/AIDS. In 2013, AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts joined the Fenway Health family, allowing both organizations to improve delivery of care and services across the state and beyond.


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Naturally-acquired immune response against Plasmodium vivax rhoptry-associated membrane antigen
Siriruk Changrob, Bo Wang, Jin Hee Han, Seong Kyun Lee, Myat Htut Nyunt, Chae Seung Lim, Takafumi Tsuboi, Patchanee Chootong, Eun Taek Han
Nano-Biofluignostic Research Center
Rhoptry-associated membrane antigen (RAMA) is an abundant glycophosphatidylinositol (GPI)-anchored protein that is embedded within the lipid bilayer and is implicated in parasite invasion. Antibody responses against rhoptry proteins are produced by individuals living in a malaria-endemic area, suggesting the immunogenicity of Plasmodium vivax RAMA (PvRAMA) for induction of immune responses during P. vivax infection. To determine whether PvRAMA contributes to the acquisition of immunity to malaria and could be a rational candidate for a vaccine, the presence of memory T cells and the stability of the antibody response against PvRAMA were evaluated in P. vivax-exposed individuals. The immunogenicity of PvRAMA for the induction of T cell responses was evaluated by in vitro stimulation of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs). High levels of interferon (IFN)-γ and interleukin (IL)-10 cytokines were detected in the culture supernatant of PBMCs, and the CD4+ T cells predominantly produced IL-10 cytokine. The levels of total anti-PvRAMA immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody were significantly elevated, and these antibodies persisted over the 12 months of the study. Interestingly, IgG1, IgG2 and IgG3 were the major antibody subtypes in the response to PvRAMA. The frequency of IgG3 in specific to PvRAMA antigen maintained over 12 months. These data could explain the immunogenicity of PvRAMA antigen in induction of both cell-mediated and antibody-mediated immunity in natural P. vivax infection, in which IFN-γ helps antibody class switching toward the IgG1, IgG2 and IgG3 isotypes and IL-10 supports PvRAMA-specific antibody production.
Published - 2016 Feb
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Changrob, S., Wang, B., Han, J. H., Lee, S. K., Nyunt, M. H., Lim, C. S., Tsuboi, T., Chootong, P., & Han, E. T. (2016). Naturally-acquired immune response against Plasmodium vivax rhoptry-associated membrane antigen. PloS one, 11(2), [e0148723]. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0148723
Naturally-acquired immune response against Plasmodium vivax rhoptry-associated membrane antigen. / Changrob, Siriruk; Wang, Bo; Han, Jin Hee; Lee, Seong Kyun; Nyunt, Myat Htut; Lim, Chae Seung; Tsuboi, Takafumi; Chootong, Patchanee; Han, Eun Taek.
In: PloS one, Vol. 11, No. 2, e0148723, 02.2016.
Changrob, S, Wang, B, Han, JH, Lee, SK, Nyunt, MH, Lim, CS, Tsuboi, T, Chootong, P & Han, ET 2016, 'Naturally-acquired immune response against Plasmodium vivax rhoptry-associated membrane antigen', PloS one, vol. 11, no. 2, e0148723. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0148723
Changrob S, Wang B, Han JH, Lee SK, Nyunt MH, Lim CS et al. Naturally-acquired immune response against Plasmodium vivax rhoptry-associated membrane antigen. PloS one. 2016 Feb;11(2). e0148723. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0148723
Changrob, Siriruk ; Wang, Bo ; Han, Jin Hee ; Lee, Seong Kyun ; Nyunt, Myat Htut ; Lim, Chae Seung ; Tsuboi, Takafumi ; Chootong, Patchanee ; Han, Eun Taek. / Naturally-acquired immune response against Plasmodium vivax rhoptry-associated membrane antigen. In: PloS one. 2016 ; Vol. 11, No. 2.
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Learn all about the Celtic Monks who arrived in 566AD, Mortlach settlement, Kirk and the legendary battle of the 11th Century.
How can the 7 different drams of Mortlach you will try all taste different?
Hear about the role of the Exciseman and have a go at measuring the alcoholic strength of whisky using the Mortlach Exciseman's old equipment. See the smuggling equipment made by the local coppersmith for the distillery workers.
We will stop at the historic kiln of Mortlach Distillery for a dram and run through the odd 2.81 distillation process. What was dramming? How did the Pagoda come about? Why has Dufftown got the clock that hung McPherson? Music and whisky together and much more.
The easy and relaxing walk is led by Alistair a qualified Walking Guide Leader. It is about 1.25 miles and lasts about 2.5 hours.
7 different drams during the walk, cost per person £69. (minimum of 2 guests) Bookable by email info@highlandspiritbandb.co.uk or phone 01340 821136.
You can walk to the Glenfiddich Visitor Centre, Balvenie Distillery and Castle, the old Whisky Line - Dufftown to Keith Railway, and Dramble the 7 distilleries of Dufftown. The Macallan, Glenlivet, Aberlour, Glenfarclas and Strathisla Distillery Visitor Centres are also very close by. You can walk or hire a mountain bike to go to Craigellachie or Aberlour via the old Whisky Line.
Other great nearby visits in Speyside and Moray include Ballindalloch Castle (in the MacPherson Grants family since 1546), the Speyside Cooperage, the Knockando Woollen Mill, Johnstons of Elgin, coastal fishing villages (such as Cullen and Burghead), Cawdor Castle (home of Macbeth), Fort George and the battlefield and interactive visitor centre of Culloden Moor. There are plenty of interesting short and longer walks in and around the village and to other villages.
Glenfiddich Distillery and Visitor Centre- Set in the Valley of the Deer on the edge of Dufftown the Distillery and Visitor Centre offers tours and tastings. The Distillery was built by William Grant and his seven sons in 1886-7 and produced its first dram on Christmas Day 1887.
Balvenie Distillery and Tour - Another famous Distillery which is situated at the bottom of the village. This is an amazing tour where you feel like a VIP guest. The distillery does a lot of things the traditional way including floor maltings, coppersmithing and has its own cooperage. Tours must be booked in advance.
Knockando Wool Mill - This a fantastic restoration of an old 18th Century wool mill. The hand operated looms have been brought back into use and are making beautiful cloth and gifts. There is a small exhibition with film, coffee shop, gift shop and a number of buildings to explore.
Balvenie Castle- A spectacular castle situated on the edge of the village with close parking but can be accessed via a number of short walks with fantastic views. This is a historically very interesting castle that you can explore at your leisure. Built in the 13th century it passed through 3 family dynasties. It is 4-star Historic Scotland visitor attraction.
Keith to Dufftown Heritage Railway - Situated at the bottom of the village but within walking distance of your accommodation at Highland Spirit, we are lucky enough to have a heritage railway run by a band of enthusiastic volunteers. Regular train rides are available throughout the summer plus special events throughout the year.
Dufftown Golf Club - Since 1896, the Club has provided an outstanding and entertaining course amongst spectacular scenery. Notable holes include the 10th - one of Sam Torrance's the 19 of his Ultimate Fantasy Course, whilst the 7th and 10th rank in 'Britain's 100 Extraordinary Golf Holes' by Geoff Harvey and Vanessa Strowger. As well as the rolling fairways lined with heather and heath there is a friendly Scottish Welcome.
Mortlach Kirk – There has been a site of Christian worship at the Parish of Mortlach Church since AD 566 when a monastery was established by St Moluag on his arrival from Bangor in Ireland. The churchyard is also of great historical interest with a grave robbers watch house and 'Battle Stone'. The Church has a lepers gallery entrance and inside there is a Pictish 'Symbol Stone'.
Dufftown Heritage Centre – Found on Conval Street this small museum with free entry tells the story of whisky production and has a number of artefacts such as illicit whisky equipment from the past.
Speyside Way - A beautiful long distance path which can be accessed in Dufftown. A short section runs from Dufftown to Craigellachie and Aberlour.
Local Dufftown Walks - There is a network of paths and tracks in and around Dufftown which provide interesting walks relating to culture, history, wildlife, all with scenic views.


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LCSD carefully considering health guidelines
Press Release August 13, 2021	News, schools
The Lakeland Catholic School Division (LCSD) is carefully considering the health guidelines for the upcoming school year following the provincial government's announcement Friday morning.
"We appreciate the plan released by the province and are thoughtfully evaluating the guidelines to ensure we implement them while being mindful of our local context," said Superintendent Pamela Guilbault. "As always, our decision making is driven by the need to maintain the health and safety of our school community. As we move toward the start of another school year, we will continue to assess how these guidelines will be implemented."
Board of Trustees Chairperson Diane Bauer agreed. "The health and safety of our staff, teachers, students, and families is a top priority for Lakeland Catholic," she stated. "The board is keeping our families and staff in mind as we plan for a safe return to school."
In the coming weeks, the LCSD Board of Trustees will be meeting with senior staff to discuss the guidelines for the upcoming school year. More details on the school division's plan moving forward is expected to be released at that time.
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Aug 8 Morality and Mamzeirut – Part One by Rabbi Chaim Jachter
It seems so unfair. Just because one's parents engaged in illicit relations[1], why should the child suffer to the extent that he or she is forbidden to marry most members of the Jewish community? Even the Midrash presents the Mamzeir as legitimately complaining to Hashem about his status, which was brought about due to no sin of his own.
This striking Midrash (VaYikra Rabbah 32:8) sees a reference to the anguish of the Mamzeir in a Pasuk in Kohelet (4:1) which describes the tears of the oppressed. Interestingly, the Midrash sees the Sanhedrin as the 'oppressors,' because they follow the Torah's commandment of "Lo Yavo Mamzeir BiKehal Hashem" (Devarim 23:3). The Midrash continues, 'What is this person's sin and why should his father's actions concern him? And yet the Mamzeir has no one to comfort him.' God proclaims: 'I will comfort him. It is only in this world that he is disqualified. In the world of truth, it will be different. I am with him in his suffering here and I will be with him then as well.'"
Unlike other areas of Halachah, where the Gemara (Sanhedrin 71a) records opinions that were never followed in practice[2], it is clear that there were and continue to be people assigned the status of a Mamzeir. For example, the Mishnah (Yevamot 4:13) records Rabi Shimon ben Azai as testifying, "I discovered the genealogy lists (Megillat Yuchasin) of Jerusalem which record 'so and so is a Mamzeir from a married woman [who had a child from another man].'"
This issue is not merely of theoretical concern to this author. As an active Dayan on the Beth Din of Elizabeth, I have dealt with a number of cases of potential Mamzeirut, working with Rav Gedalia Schwartz (Av Beit Din, chief justice, of the Beth Din of America and Chicago Rabbinical Council) for potential resolutions. Moreover, I have worked tirelessly (with Hashem's help) and invested great efforts since 1992, as do many other Get administrators throughout the world, to avoid having Mamzeirut issues arise by facilitating Gittin for all Jewish couples who are divorcing.
In this chapter, we will first present the issue using the philosophical framework set forth by Rav Dr. Walter Wurzburger. Then we shall present samples of how Chazal dealt with Mamzeirut in practice and how Rav Moshe Feinstein, Rav Ovadia Yosef, Rav Gedalia Schwartz, Rav Shlomo Amar and Rav Asher Weiss have dealt with Mamzeirut challenges in practice.
Morality and Halachah – Rav Dr. Wurzberger's Ethics of Responsibility
For anyone who is interested or troubled by the role of ethics in the Halachic process, Rav Wurzburger's Ethics of Responsibility is a must read. This relatively brief, but very important, book is authored by a Rav who is eminently qualified to grapple with this awesome issue. Rav Wurzburger was a fine Talmid Chacham who was a close Talmid of Rav Soloveitchik and served as Rav of Congregation Shaaray Tefila in Lawrence, New York, for many years. He also earned a doctorate in philosophy at Harvard University, served as a professor of philosophy at Yeshiva University for decades, and for many years edited "Tradition," the prestigious journal of Modern Orthodox thought. An insightful and thorough review of this work authored by Dr. David Shatz appears in Tradition (Spring 1996 pp. 74-95)[3].
Hashem Always Acts Morally
Rav Wurzburger echoes the celebrated contention associated with Plato that an action is not right because God commands it, but rather God commands it because it is right. This Platonic idea is undoubtedly congruent with Torah thought, as evidenced by the verse recited thrice daily by Jews, "Tzadik Hashem BeChol Derachav," "Hashem is righteous in all His ways" (Tehillim 145:17). A Tzadik is one who chooses to act properly and fairly. Categorizing Hashem as a Tzadik means that He chooses to act only in fair ways. Hashem can act in any manner, but He chooses to act in the fairest way possible.
Devarim 32:4 proves Rav Wurzburger's point as well: "HaTzur Tamim Pa'olo, Ki Chol Derachav Mishpat, Keil Emunah VeEin Avel, Tzadik VeYashar Hu," The Rock, His work is perfect; for all His ways are justice; a God of faithfulness and without iniquity, just and right is He." Finally, Avraham Avinu supports his argument to Hashem to spare Sedom, provided it contains righteous people, by asking "HaShofeit Kol HaAretz Lo Ya'aseh Mishpat," "shall not the Judge of all the earth do justly" (BeReishit 18:25 ).
Our Obligation to Intuit the "Right and the Good in the Eyes of Hashem"
The central thesis of Ethics of Responsibility, though, is best expressed in a comment that Rav Wurzburger presents from Rav Soloveitchik: "Halachah is not a ceiling, but a floor" (p. 32). Rav Wurzburger writes:
Jewish piety involves more than meticulous adherence to the various rues and norms of religious law; it also demands the cultivation of an ethical personality. . . . We are commanded to engage in a never-ending quest for moral perfection, which transcends the requirements of an "ethics of obedience".[The] halakhic system serves merely as the foundation of Jewish piety (page 3).
Rav Wurzburger marshals a wide variety of classic authorities who articulate the need for moral intuition, including Rav Nissim Gaon (in his introduction to the Talmud Bavli), Ramban (Devarim 6:18), Maggid Mishneh (commentary to Rambam's Hilchot Shecheinim 14:5), Rav Yosef Albo (3:23), Maharal (Netivot Olam volume 2), Netziv (introduction to Sefer BeReishit and Shemot 19:6), Meshech Chochmah (Devarim 13:4) and Rav Kook (Orot HaKodesh 1:1-35).
Ramban (Devarim 6:18) most famously explains the Torah's command "To do the right and the good in the eyes of Hashem":
The intention of this verse is to teach that while we must keep God's specific laws, we must also institute what is "the good and straight" in those areas for which God did not issue any specific rules. This is a great matter because it is impossible for the Torah to regulate every area of human behavior on both an individual level and a communal level. After the Torah presents a number of general ethical commands, such as not to gossip and not to take revenge, it commands us to do good and right in all areas.
Chazal assign great value to moral intuitions. The Gemara (Bava Metzia 30b) stresses the importance of a Beit Din ruling Lifnim MiShurat HaDin (beyond the letter of the law), suggesting that Jerusalem was destroyed because its courts ruled according only to strict justice and not Lifnim MiShurat HaDin[4]. In fact, the Gemara (Berachot 7a) states that God prays that He should act Lifnim MiShurat HaDin[5]. Similarly, the Mishnah (Shevi'it 10:9) lauds those who act beyond the letter of the law, as "Ruach Chachamim Nocheh Heimenu," "the spirit of the rabbis is pleased with him."
In next week's issue, we will continue our discussion of inherent morality and set forth a framework of how to reconcile differences between our perceived notion of morality and the morality projected by the Torah, specifically in Mamzeirut cases.
[1] Halachah considers a child a Mamzeir only if he is the result of a relationship that is punishable by Kareit (Mishnah, Yevamot 4:13). An exception to this rule is a child born from a woman with the status of a Niddah. Unlike other law systems, LeHavdil, the Halachah does not consider a child born from an unmarried man and unmarried woman as illegitimate, so long as the relationship was not incestuous or adulterous. Questions arise regarding Mamzeirut in our times most frequently regarding children of a woman's second marriage who remarried without obtaining a valid Get (Halachic divorce) from her previous husband.
[2] Such as Bein Soreir UMoreh and Ir HaNidachat.
[3] Dr. Shatz' review is available at http://traditionarchive.org/news/originals/Volume%2030/No.%202/Beyond%20Obedience.pdf
[4] The Semak (Mitzvah 49) even includes the Mitzvah to act Lifnim MiShurat HaDin in his list of 613 Mitzvot.
[5] The Gemara (Bava Metzia 83a) records a classic application of Lifnim Mishurat HaDin:
Some porters [negligently (see Rashi and Maharsha)] broke a barrel of wine belonging to Rabbah bar bar Channah. He seized their garments [as a form of payment], so they went and complained to Rav. Rav told [Rabbah bar bar Channah], "Return their garments." [Rabbah] asked, "Is that the law?" Rav replied, "Yes, [as it says in Mishlei 2:20], 'You shall walk in the way of good people.'" So [Rabbah] returned their garments. They further claimed [to Rav], "We are poor men, have worked all day, and are hungry. Are we to get nothing?" Rav ordered [Rabbah], "Go and pay them." He asked, "Is that the law?" [Rav] responded, "Yes, [as the same verse continues], 'And keep the path of the righteous.'"
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Discussion in 'Sauces, Rubs & Marinades' started by ranger72, Jul 22, 2005.
I then Mop every 30 minutes until beef temperature is 135 degrees.
on the outside for those who like it a bit more done!
Also I normally like to use oak for my smoking wood and If I can get some seasones wild Grape vines I soak them in water for a couple hours before adding them to the mix with the oak...very nice finish!
I must admit that I have been a little hesitant to try such an expensive cut of beef in my smoker thus far. I wanted to be sure that I had a good handle on the more ornery (and less expensive) brisket, first. But I gotta tell ya' that what you just described sounds absolutely mouth watering! I am going to have to seriously consider this for Sunday's menu.
Do you maintain a chamber temp aroud 225* as we do for foe briskets & shoulders? If so, what is the average cook time per pound?
I apologize for not replying sooner but i have been away from home since shortly after I posted this.
I use a horizontal wood smoker and I try to keep the temperature at 200* to 220*. If you are using a gas smoker then 220* constant is great.
It will probably be in the neighborhood of 30 minutes a pound but it is more a function of temperature rather than time.Its important to remember that a boneless rib roast will cook faster than a standing rib roast with bones in.
A boneless ten pounder will take about six hours if the temp remains constant but again a quick read thermometer is crucial when talking Prime rib and is just plain necessary for your smoking tool kit. If you don't have one you can get them at wal-mart for 5-6 dollars US-you just keep it clipped to your shirt collar and its always ready for use.
Also Prime rib takes less time when compared to brisket because it is so much more tender.
Lastly I would caution you to take it easy with the smoke on prime rib...you want a delicate wiff of smoke to accentuate the wonderful flavor and be sure to place it in your smoker fat side up So that the fat bastes the meat.
Lastly, about the only two mistakes you can make with prime rib is cooking it too long and using too much smoke..
You can always cook it some more if it isn't done enough and you can can always give it an additional wiff of smoke if it isn't smoky enough ...but you can't reverse overcooking and oversmoking.
My skills are improving rapidly since joining this group, and I am gaining more and more confidence each and every weekend. Prime rib is truly one of my all time favorite cuts of beef, so I will be trying one very soon. When I do, I will be using your mop recipe for sure!
You betcha! Let us know how it turns out!
Very glad you liked it...I just did another one about three weeks ago and they only seem to get better each time you use the method!
If my memory serves me correctly there were no pics cause I was only posting a mop in Mops Sauces and Marinades..


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Commissioners divided on countywide sales tax
By Margaret Allen Hays Daily News
May 16, 2019 at 5:14 PM May 17, 2019 at 7:27 AM
Whether a half-cent or a quarter-cent, whether shared or not shared, Ellis County's three commissioners at their regular meeting Monday evening admitted they don't agree on the details of a proposed countywide sales tax.
Speaking at the end of the nearly hourlong discussion, commission chairman Dean Haselhorst said that will have to change.
"So for next week commissioners, we kind of have three different opinions," Haselhorst said. "We're going to have to come together as one, because if we're going to go out and tell the public how we feel, we have to be unified or you don't do it at all."
The county is looking at a countywide sales tax to fix its budget crisis in coming years that is threatening deep cuts to county services, county employee wages and benefits, and county hiring.
Any countywide sales tax would require approval by the county's registered voters.
Sharing the money would more than halve what the county gets.
Following Kansas law, if shared, Hays would get 49.12 percent of the money collected, the county would get 41.65 percent, Ellis would get 5.75 percent, Victoria 3.06 percent and Schoenchen just under half of 1 percent, according to Ellis County Administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes.
It's estimated a quarter-cent special purpose sales tax, which wouldn't have to be shared, would raise $1.6 million for the county.
A general purpose half-cent tax, which would have to be shared, would raise $1.55 million, with the county keeping about $630,000.
Commissioner Dustin Roths, a resident and business owner in Hays, lobbied the other commissioners Monday evening for the quarter-cent tax. Roths said he couldn't support a half-cent tax because the city of Hays, which would receive half the proceeds, doesn't need the money.
"I just struggle trying to raise taxes for them when they are not in a financial bind," Roths said.
Commissioner Butch Schlyer said he'd support a half-cent tax, but only if it's shared.
"Commissioner Roths, perhaps if the city of Hays doesn't need that money, they can just lower their property taxes instead," said Schlyer, who brought up several times that the cities could cut their property taxes with the sales tax.
Roths brought up again what he's said at previous meetings, that he'd like to ask the public to vote on a quarter-cent tax to fund Ellis County's EMS services.
"I always want to come into things with restraint, and I think a quarter cent is enough," Roths said. Any extra could go to public works, he said.
"A dedicated sales tax is vitally important. I also see it as an economic driver," he said. "The idea that we can make that something special about Ellis County and attract retired people to our county."
He suggested Health Services Director Kerry McCue attend next week's meeting and explain the county's EMS services, including the difference between an EMT versus a paramedic.
"Why can a paramedic save my life when I'm having a heart attack much better than an EMT because of their ability to treat me on scene?" Roths said. "Those are the things that I think need to be talked about."
All three commissioners argued the importance of maintaining the county's level of EMS services.
Admitting the quarter-cent is enticing so as to keep all the money in the county, Haselhorst said, he originally favored a half-cent tax to split between EMS and road and bridge repairs.
"Talking public safety, if we don't have roads, you can't get the EMS there anyway," Haselhorst said. "So if Bill starts closing roads next week and the ambulance has to drive 5 extra miles to get to so and so's house, you know you're back to public safety."
Smith-Hanes, however, explained that state statute requires a general purpose sales tax be split among the cities.
A special purpose quarter-cent tax must be dedicated to public health services, Smith-Hanes said, That could include EMS, but also to defray the cost of the county's contribution to High Plains Mental Health Center, or to fund the Health Department, among other things.
"But road and bridge is not one of those things," Smith-Hanes said.
All the commissioners said they'd like to see the sales tax question on the general election ballot in November.
The cities of Ellis, Schoenchen and Victoria each have said in letters to the commission that they will support a half-cent countywide sales tax if they get their share of the money.
City of Hays officials didn't respond to a county letter asking if Hays officials would support a sales tax.
The county has been scrutinizing its 2020 budget to find $2 million in reductions.


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Government 'to work with' NHC debtors
BARRY ALLEYNE, [email protected]
GOVERNMENT HAS NO intention of putting poor people in National Housing Corporation (NHC) units out on the streets because they are unable to pay their rent.
Not under Denis Kellman's (below) watch.
Instead, the Minister of Housing and Lands said Government would seek balance in dealing with those who have found themselves owing the NHC.
But they will continue to go after those who can afford to pay, but remain delinquent.
Kellman's comments came in response to a special audit by Auditor General Leigh Trotman, which reported that almost half of the tenants at Government's high-rise housing project at Valery, St Michael, are already in arrears for unpaid rent. (BA)
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