Executive Order: Reforming Processes Related to Suitability for Government Employment, Fitness for Contractor Employees, and Eligibility for Access to Classified National Security Information Jul 1, 2008
(e) "Contractor" means an expert or consultant (not appointed under section 3109 of title 5, United States Code) to an agency; an industrial or commercial contractor, licensee, certificate holder, or grantee of any agency, including all subcontractors; a personal services contractor; or any other category of person who performs work for or on behalf of an agency (but not a Federal employee). (f) "Contractor employee fitness" means fitness based on character and conduct for work for or on behalf... (White House News Releases)
Supercenter: Still a part of Lodi's future? Jun 30, 2008
papercut wrote on Jun 28, 2008 11:34 AM:" CC4Lodi, what does the 4 mean? Hansen, Johnson, Katzakian and Hitchcock? You sound just like one of those responsible for the bankruptcy and bad decisions made since September 2005. Just how much tax revenue Walmart will provide with their non-taxable groceries and personal services? ". papercut wrote on Jun 28, 2008 11:27 AM:" I blame a lot of it on ex-chief Hansen, who turned his head the other way those years he was chief and let the eastside crime... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Controversial test helps screen future Helena teachers Jun 29, 2008
Bill Rasor, personal services administrator for the Helena schools, said the process just takes time and the district does send out notification letters. We usually don t send them until we are pretty close to completing all our hiring, he said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Mutual Funds &Personal Finance Jun 28, 2008
A family office may also provide personal services such as overseeing a household staff and property management. Diversified financial firms target families that don't want or need the exclusive services of a family office. (Investors Business Daily)
Four-day week gets tryout Jun 26, 2008
When Augusta Technical College's summer quarter opens in July, the college will pilot a program in its Business and Personal Services Division that allows students to attend class on campus four days a week, President Terry Elam said. "The high cost of fuel is tearing everybody up," Mr. Elam said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
JumpStart Invests in Tursiop Technologies Jun 20, 2008
About RMS Management RMS Management is an integrated family office that was formed in 1991 and is comprised of a diverse group of individuals and institutions providing financial and personal services to the founding families of a publicly traded real estate company. The company strives to enhance the professional and personal goals and objectives of every generation of the Ratner, Miller and Shafran families. (PR Newswire)
Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation amid dueling lawsuits Jun 20, 2008
He claims that Allsopp and Morosco diverted funds to pay for personal services and expenses rather than pay him. Kroeter's filing says current leadership has raised foundation expenses and reduced income and urged him to donate his fees to the foundation, which he didn't. (AZCentral)
Service Demand Rose in April, May Slump in Coming Months on Recession Risk Jun 17, 2008
Demand for lodging and restaurants fell, along with spending on personal services including haircuts, laundry and entertainment. Service demand, which accounts for about 60 percent of the economy, fell for a second quarter in the three months ended March 31, the first back-to-back declines since Japan emerged from a recession in 2002. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Another public hearing where no one came Jun 17, 2008
A resolution was approved regarding the way Highway Personal Services cash is handled. This was a requirement before the new budget could be completed. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Adam Sandler’s ‘The Zohan’ is a total mess Jun 10, 2008
Not only does Zohan style their hair while demonstrably thrusting his pelvis to the beat of an ear-splitting soundtrack, he also provides some extra personal services in an adjoining room (wink, wink). When Zohan is recognized by a Palestinian cab driver (Rob Schneider), hostilities resume. (Woodlands Villager, TX)
Forget That Tie! Jun 6, 2008
That Perfect Something is a personal services company based in New York City. The company offers a national Gift Consulting service, and Gift Concierge and Gift Shopping Companion services in the New York City area. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Unemployment Rate Leaps to 5.5% Jun 6, 2008
Unemployment Rate Leaps to 5. 5% (Breaking News) at SmartMoney. (SmartMoney)
Small firms have big hearts, UCT study shows Jun 5, 2008
The enterprises represent a cross-section of different sectors, from manufacturing, finance, business services to catering and accommodation, community and social and personal services, among others. The survey says SMEs' contributions in cash and kind are substantial and can be considered a significant contribution to social investment. (Business Report, South Africa)
CASHING IN: Cup drivers heading to the bank in NASCAR Jun 4, 2008
5 million to $7 million, $2 million in guaranteed prize money, a $500,000 to $1 million signing bonus and a personal services contract with the manufacturer or sponsor of $400,000 to $500,000. They also make big bucks on merchandising, but it's difficult to assign a hard number because of the broad range that is based upon a driver's popularity. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Limited rights May 27, 2008
Leaving aside employees in government service where the situation is different, the courts are traditionally not inclined to order specific performance of a contract where personal services are involved. Thus in the common law courts, the employee may only get compensation on the basis of notice that ought to have been given and was not given, or salary in lieu of notice not paid. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Astros to retire Biggio's jersey Aug. 17 May 24, 2008
She takes care of the family's busy schedule, which this summer includes a personal services contract between Biggio and the Astros, his new coaching position at St. Thomas High School and a month-long vacation to Italy. "He text-messaged Patty, and she said, 'Well let me check the calendar,'" McLane said. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
HSBC appoints new personal services head May 23, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. May 23, 2008 - 7:12PM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
McLane proponent of Biggio's endeavor May 20, 2008
Biggio signed a three-year personal services contract with the Astros in February. His responsibilities include participating in the week-long Elite Hitting Camp in January, plus spending time at Spring Training, working with the Minor Leaguers and making appearances at select Astros games. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Ask Realty Times May 16, 2008
Also, the IRS that you can qualify "as a real estate professional for the year if you met both of the following requirements. "*More than half of the personal services you performed in all trades or businesses during the tax year were performed in real property trades or businesses in which you materially participated. "*You performed more than 750 hours of services during the tax year in real property trades or businesses in which you materially participated. "Do not count personal services you... (RealtyTimes)
Owner: Clemens undecided about future May 16, 2008
"We have a personal services contract with him and it's not activated until he tells us he's ready to retire," said McLane, just after this week's quarterly owners' meetings drew to a conclusion ... During that stay with his hometown team, Clemens signed a 10-year personal services contract with the Astros that McLane says he intends to honor. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Power healing May 13, 2008
They are asking what forms of online entertainment and personal services will work for people whose primary access to the network is over their mobile phone, whether in sub-Saharan Africa or on the move in Sussex. Siting data centres near wind farms could cut costs. (BBC News -- Technology)
Staley vows to rebuild South Carolina program May 11, 2008
Just before Staley's introduction, university trustees approved her five-year contract, which will pay her at least $650,000 a year -- a base salary of $250,000, plus a personal services clause worth $400,000. Incentives could bring an additional $340,000. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Consumers open wallets for Mom May 11, 2008
Personal services gifts such as trip to a favorite spa or salon -- $1. 1 billion. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Hedge Fund Hip-hopping May 11, 2008
Sunday, May 11, 2008 Last Update: 09:15 AM EDT. ZWIRN SET TO BUY TVT. (New York Post -- Business)
Final budget adopted by village board May 10, 2008
Youth recreation personal services are listed at 10,900, while contractual expenses are listed at 7,195 for a total of 18,095 ... Street cleaning personal services are listed at 32,100 and contractual expenses at 8,000 for a total of 40,100 ... Community beautification contractual expense is 1,500; drainage with personal services at 11,500 and contractual expenses at 20,00 for a total under drainage of 31,500; shade trees are 4,000 and cemeteries at 700 for a grand total of 115,250 for home and... (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Extremely personal services May 9, 2008
Lake Michigan Style & Culture - Shore Magazine. You don t have to be a king or queen to be treated like royalty. (Munster Times, IN)
Payroll Losses Slow, Jobless Rate Slips May 2, 2008
Continuing a recent trend, job gains were concentrated in personal services, which tend to be more labor intensive than manufacturing and other services. Education and health services employment rose 52,000. (SmartMoney)
Ford receiving $9M over 7 yrs at Oklahoma St. Apr 19, 2008
05 million per year considered payment for personal services. Even though it hasn't been signed, Ford's contract took effect Friday, Shutt said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Douglas-Roberts enters NBA Draft Apr 19, 2008
05 million per year considered payment for personal services. BUCKNELL COACH STEPS DOWN: Pat Flannery retired after 14 years as Bucknell's basketball coach, leading the small Patriot League school to the NCAA Tournament two times, highlighted by a victory over Kansas in 2005 and a Top 25 ranking the next season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Rays lock up heralded rookie Longoria Apr 19, 2008
05 million per year considered payment for personal services. All-America junior guard Chris Douglas-Roberts of Memphis will enter the NBA draft, joining teammate Derrick Rose in leaving early for the pros. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Who really pays for taxes in North Carolina? Apr 18, 2008
One way to improve tax fairness is to expand the sales tax base to include more personal services (used more by the wealthy) and use the revenue gains to lower the overall sales tax rate. Another is to increase the size of the Earned Income Tax Credit to offset the impact of the sales tax on low-income households. (Washington Daily News, NC)
The Daily American’s Spotlight on Business: A Special Occasion Apr 12, 2008
We offer a lot of personal services, said Kay. In every instance we try to help our girls meet their expectations for their special occasion and find the dress that's perfect for her. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Frustrations arise at Oconee budget session Apr 11, 2008
" Horton, a former University of Georgia police chief, pointed to low pay for the county's emergency dispatchers as an example. Commissioner Don Norris, who has said he has no problem with Davis' governing style, maintained that he's there to set policy and leave small decisions to Davis and the county staff. "When it comes to personal services, I don't care what (county employees) make - don't want to know, don't really think it's any of my business," Norris said. "So again, I'm looking at the... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Perks aplenty Apr 10, 2008
Some CEOs are landlubbers: Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein enjoyed the personal services of a car and driver worth $233,053. Campbell Soup CEO Douglas Conant's personal use of a company car and driver cost $100,383. (USA Today -- Money)
Mayor, clerk debate hiring process Apr 6, 2008
After she had hired the employee, she said she was offered an employee who has a personal services contract that is expiring soon ... And, the offer of the employee with the personal services contract was made because he is a current employee who might lose his job, not a new hire. (The News-Herald)
CJHS student attacked at lunch Apr 6, 2008
Dr. (Jill) Spencer, our school counselor, and members of the Pupils Personal Services Team (PPS Team) were called in to provide support to the seventh-graders who witnessed the incident. We will continue to provide additional counseling support to help students work through this difficult situation. (Pekin Times, IL)
Entrepreneurial Hispanics thrive in Georgia Apr 1, 2008
In 2002, nearly 30 percent of Hispanic-owned firms operated in construction and other services, such as personal services, and repair and maintenance. Retail and wholesale trade accounted for 36 percent of Hispanic-owned business revenue. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
So are you a service company, and why does it matter? And can HMRC ask you? Mar 31, 2008
This states that "a service company is a company through which the personal services of one or more persons are provided to end clients" ... wholly or mainly from services provided to third parties by you personally and your fellow shareholders and your shareholding is directly linked to the level of company profit you generate (that is, linked to the amount paid by third parties in respect of your personal services). (Accounting Web, UK)
Fashion with a sense of fun Mar 31, 2008
Along with personal services there are parties. "Life is short. You have to have a party," said Schuler. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Coppertree opens New York office Mar 29, 2008
The firm, known as a "family office," manages investments, personal services and planning issues for well-to-do families. A traditional family office provides such services as managing household staff, making travel arrangements, property management, day-to-day accounting and payroll activities, and legal affairs. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Why do shoppers shun downtown Del Mar? Mar 16, 2008
5 percent are retail; 13 percent are personal services such as salons; 10. 4 percent are restaurants; 9. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
National Guard unit preparing to deploy to Kuwait Mar 8, 2008
About 30 members of the Oklahoma City-based 645th Personal Services Company will help process soldiers heading in and out of Iraq, according to Guard spokesman Col. Pat Scully. The departure ceremony is set for 6 p.m. Monday at the Guard's Regional Training Institute in northeast Oklahoma City. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Former NY Union Leader Pleads Guilty Mar 8, 2008
Brian McLaughlin, 55, confessed in U.S. District Court in Manhattan to accepting the cash and personal services over a decade. He said he also used union money to pay personal expenses, including car payments and home improvements. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Former NY Assemblyman Pleads Guilty To Racketeering Mar 8, 2008
Brian McLaughlin admitted accepting tens of thousands of dollars in cash and personal services over a decade. He admitted using union money to pay personal expenses, including car payments and home improvements. (WNBC.com, NY)
GPs To Open Evenings And Weekends Mar 7, 2008
Gordon Brown said: "I welcome this commitment from GPs to extend opening into evenings and weekends and improve access to vital GP services for millions of patients. "These improvements are critical if the NHS is to deliver more personal services and better focus on preventing ill health at an early stage. "Average GP salaries have soared to more than 100,000 - among the highest in the world. Bookmark this page Social bookmarking allows users to save and categorise a personal collection of... (Sky News)
Milton Countyback on the radar Mar 5, 2008
"You need a county big enough to get significant projects done, but still small enough to deliver personal services.". Roswell Mayor Jere Wood said a reconstituted Milton County is a popular idea with residents in the area. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Astros owner bashes Congress' roids hearings Mar 4, 2008
Clemens has a 10-year personal services contract with the Astros. McLane said last week he would honor the contract despite the FBI's decision to open an investigation into whether Clemens lied in sworn testimony about steroids. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Bonds test is revealed Mar 1, 2008
Astros owner Drayton McLane said he will honor Clemens's 10-year personal services contract despite the FBI's decision. McLane said that reports that he was reconsidering Clemens's contract because of his legal issues were "overstated.". (Boston Globe)
Astros owner will honor Clemens personal services ... Mar 1, 2008
Astros owner will honor Clemens personal services contract - Austin Texas News ... Astros owner will honor Clemens personal services contract ... Houston Astros owner Drayton McLane today said he'll honor a ten-year personal services contract with embattled ace Roger Clemens. (K-Eye News, TX)
Investigation wont cost Clemens his Astros job Mar 1, 2008
Team to honor Rockets personal services contract; hes a no-show Friday ... - Houston Astros owner Drayton McLane will honor Roger Clemens 10-year personal services contract despite an FBI decision to investigate whether the star pitcher lied under oath about his denials of steroid use. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ryan accepts 4-year term to be Rangers president Mar 1, 2008
He fulfilled a 10-year personal services agreement with the Rangers after he retired, and had a year remaining on a similar five-year agreement with the when he was picked as the Texas president on Feb. 6. "It shows something about the organization that somebody of that stature wants to come back," said pitcher , who has a tattoo of Ryan's image on his back. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Jobs slashed across region Mar 1, 2008
Another job category that showed a surprising decline was "other services." The category includes businesses such as nail salons, dry cleaners and other personal services. It lost 100 jobs last month. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Clemens probed by FBI Feb 29, 2008
Astros owner Drayton McLane acknowledged he may reevaluate Clemens's 10-year personal services contract with the team - which kicks in when Clemens officially retires - in light of the pitcher's legal issues. Elsewhere, Andy Pettitte, who told the committee Clemens admitted HGH use to him nearly a decade ago, acknowledged he's prepared to be interviewed again about his former teammate. (Boston Globe)
Astros' owner might reconsider Clemens' contract Feb 29, 2008
-- ' 10-year personal services contract with the could be affected by the FBI's investigation into whether he lied to Congress about using steroids. Astros owner Drayton McLane said Thursday he might re-evaluate the deal -- which kicks in when the star pitcher officially retires -- in light of Clemens' legal issues. (ESPN -- Baseball)
FBI opens inquiry into whether Roger Clemens lied about doping Feb 29, 2008
Meanwhile, Clemens' 10-year personal services contract with his hometown Houston Astros could be affected by the FBI's investigation. Astros owner Drayton McLane said on Thursday he might reconsider the deal which kicks in when Clemens officially retires in light of Clemens' legal issues. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Astros lose Spring Training opener to the Indians Feb 29, 2008
Clemens has been working with the club's minor leaguers, but his 10-year personal services contract with the club could be affected by an FBI investigation into whether he lied to Congress about using steroids. Notes:@ The teams play again Friday in Kissimmee with Cleveland's Paul Byrd starting against Roy Oswalt. (KHOU.com, TX)
Personal Procurement Outsourcing Feb 28, 2008
Described below are two Web-based specialists that provide economical, outsourced personal services ... Only recently the personal services outsourcer reduced its waiting period for prospective new clients from 3 weeks to 5 days. (Suite101.com)
Rays talk about Bonds; Colon agrees to minor league deal Feb 27, 2008
The Rocket has a personal services contract with the Astros, similar to those offered to Jeff Bagwell and Craig Biggio, that kicks in when he officially retires. The Astros have said Clemens is still welcome despite the steroid controversy surrounding him. (Altus Times, OK)
Clemens arrives, speaks with reporters Feb 27, 2008
Clemens, 45, signed a personal services contract with the Astros four years ago that is to begin when he officially retires. Clemens has yet to do so, but he has worked out with the Astros' Minor Leaguers during Spring Training for several years. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Clemens son expects Rocket to visit camp Feb 26, 2008
"He'll be down here eventually,'' said Koby Clemens, a catcher in the Astros' farm system.The Rocket has a personal services contract with the Astros, similar those offered to Jeff Bagwell and Craig Biggio, that kicks in when he officially retires. The Astros have said Clemens is still welcome despite the steroids controversy surrounding him.advertisement"He was always coming down here,'' Koby said. "No matter what happens, he's always going to want to help out with anything he can do. He'll... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Son says Clemens will appear at camp Feb 26, 2008
Roger Clemens, who will begin his 10-year personal services contract with the Astros when he officially retires from baseball, may not show up on Monday but will probably visit the Astros' complex sometime this week. "Eventually," Koby Clemens said. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Letter drafted asking for investigation of Clemens statements Feb 26, 2008
The elder Clemens has a personal services contract with the Astros that kicks in when he officially retires. Rays talk Bonds. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Clemens likely to visit Astros camp Feb 25, 2008
Clemens, 45, signed a 10-year personal services contract with the Astros in 2004 that was to begin upon his official retirement from baseball. Clemens has yet to officially retire, but he informed McLane early in the offseason that he was ready to begin serving the contract. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Leading indicator rises in January Feb 20, 2008
Auto sales posted one of their largest increases on record in January, while employment in personal services led a turnaround in overall service jobs in January. The Toronto stock market fell sharply in January, echoing the slide felt in markets around the world. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Astros owner would welcome Clemens in camp Feb 19, 2008
"Clemens' reputation and Hall of Fame candidacy have been at stake since the mid-December release of the Mitchell report. Last week Clemens and his accuser, former personal trainer Brian McNamee, spoke to Congress under oath and stuck to their versions of the he-said, he-said disagreement over whether McNamee injected Clemens with steroids and human growth hormone.Clemens insisted it never happened. McNamee insisted he did inject Clemens with performance-enhancing drugs.When Clemens came out of... (ESPN -- Baseball)
