The Future of Crossing the Street Aug 10, 2008
People jaywalk because they do not trust the system to serve them in a fair and reasonable time. So they serve themselves. (Boston Globe)
A win for free speech? Hardly Aug 8, 2008
(Human rights commissions are supposed to take "Charter values" into account in rendering their decisions, but apparently that doesn't include the Charter guarantee that a person charged with an offence will have his cause disposed of within a reasonable time. The company that published his magazine remains on the hook for the complete cost of an expensive legal defence. (National Post)
ICAEW Joint Disciplinary Scheme fines KPMG 1.6 million and clears Arthur Andersen UK Aug 8, 2008
Surely the ICAEW have a duty to (i) complete their investigations in a reasonable time - say, 6 months, to minimise stress and worry to those on the receiving end, and (ii) to minimise costs spent on behalf of the defendant. It appears that the principles of responsibility for finances and promptness of action forced on the rest of us by statute, and enforced by the Institute, are cast aside when the Institute itself is involved. (Accounting Web, UK)
The Answer To The Energy Problem Aug 8, 2008
Like most businesses, power companies have a duty to shareholders to make investments that yield a reasonable return in a reasonable time frame. Distributed-energy systems are developed piecemeal over a long period of time and often require investments that take a long time to yield meaningful returns. (Forbes -- Business)
Transcript of a Conference Call on the 2008 Article IV Consultation with the United Kingdom Aug 7, 2008
Accordingly, for fiscal policy, our recommendation is that concrete adjustment plans should be devised to bring debt back under the 40 percent ceiling in a reasonable time frame. In that regard, we welcome the already announced fiscal adjustment of 0. (IMF News)
Feds want Canadian AIM member's alibi in 1975 killing Aug 3, 2008
The indictment alleges Aquash was killed "on or about" Dec. 12, so any reasonable time near that date is sufficient, they wrote. The contention that the alibi notice request is unreasonable because of the intervening years "rings hollow" because investigators started talking to Graham about the killing as early as January 1989, the prosecutors wrote. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Pass on rate cuts, PM tells banks Aug 2, 2008
The Treasurer, Wayne Swan, said any bank that failed to pass on a rate cut would feel the wrath of mortgage-holders: "I think customers will be absolutely filthy if the banks do not pass on - within a reasonable time - any official cash rate reductions.". A Macquarie Bank economist, Rory Robertson, said that if banks failed to pass on a cash rate reduction, the Reserve would simply cut it again the next month. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Kevin Rudds of job cuts to come Aug 2, 2008
"I think customers will be absolutely filthy if the banks do not pass on, within a reasonable time, any official cash rate reductions," he said. Share this article. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Calif. Justices Reject Whistleblowers' Damages Claims Against University System Aug 1, 2008
If the university system doesn't act in a reasonable time, she added, damages could be sought. In explaining why the University of California wasn't included in the amendments in 2001, Kennard pointed out that the institution is similar to a "sovereign entity" with a unique constitutional status that gives it "a degree of control over the terms and scope of its own liability." In fact, the Whistleblower Protection Act has its own separate provision for the university. (Law.com)
Rudd Says Banks Should Cut Borrowing Costs If Reserve Bank Lowers Rates Aug 1, 2008
Rudd's comments were echoed by Treasurer , who said in Coolum, north of Brisbane, that ``customers will be absolutely filthy if the banks don't pass on, within a reasonable time, any official cash rate reductions. . (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
County software committee receives negotiation approval Jul 30, 2008
A major goal of the committee, in addition to creating a system of compatible software data systems between all court/law enforcement agencies, is to open a window so that other county departments as might be desired, within a reasonable time frame may utilize the same/similar software programs at reduced development costs. Morgan also recognized Tim Culliver as spokesperson for Adam s Angel Ministry to bring news that President George W. Bush would be signing a 150 million expenditure,... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Traffic incident brings response into question Jul 30, 2008
You are supposed to be given reasonable time to contact counsel or others. Sounds good, but they will not let you use your cell phone. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Fighting the foreclosure crisis Jul 29, 2008
It would enable tenants to remain in their homes for a reasonable time after their building is foreclosed. Lenders who foreclose would not be able to evict residents unless they can show good reason such as nonpayment of rent or criminal activity. (Boston Globe)
Security experts knock Apple for not patching DNS bug Jul 29, 2008
"If they don't patch this in a reasonable time, they're putting their customers at risk.". Apple, which integrates considerable open-source code into its operating systems, relies on BIND (Berkeley Internet Name Domain), created by the , for its DNS components. (Computerworld)
Agor seeks County Council seat Jul 27, 2008
Families and small businesses are hurting from the county s inability to issue permits in a reasonable time frame, he said. When families want to expand their homes or build a new one and small businesses want to expand, thus hiring more people, government has the responsibility to issue permits within an acceptable time frame. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Encore Energy Systems Releases Patent License Agreement Update for Two Resort Projects Estimated to Exceed $800,000,000 Jul 26, 2008
Patent license updates will continue regularly and report projects with firm commitments and to whom Energy America Geothermal reasonably expects to deliver solutions within a reasonable time. All royalty revenue received from these projects will be direct-deposited, in full, to a Shareholder Escrow Account. (PR Newswire)
The Democrats' upcoming convention promises to be a free speech graveyard Jul 26, 2008
The courts have previously ruled that protests can be restricted in keeping with a reasonable time, place and manner. But if you're two football fields away and no one can see or hear you it renders you all but invisible and irrelevant which, of course, is the point of these so-called free speech zones. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Kenya: Protests Over Mau Invasion Jul 24, 2008
According to him, the Government should also give those affected reasonable time to move out. Compensated. (allAfrica.com)
Damage reflected here is an example of what happens from not having adequate storm water management, Lake City Executive Director of Utilities David Clanton said. This erosion is at St. Margarets Street and U.S. Highway 41. COURTESY PHOTO Jul 24, 2008
Bill E. wrote on Jul 23, 2008 6:20 PM:" Here's an example of another rip-off by City Hall and we need to stand up and have our voices heard.Since the beginning of time and to present time there have been washouts, we simply call them in and they're repaired in a reasonable time frame. All of a sudden, they now must charge a fee for this. I think its time we involve Tallahassee and find out the real truth.Let your voices be heard. ". Submit a Comment. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
The great mobile data swindle Jul 24, 2008
If you buy 50 meg you should have a reasonable time limit to use it - not be tied down to a month's period which is too short for some people. Telstras system is a total rort use to use mine until something is done about it. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Perry Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration Jul 24, 2008
They also must notify the commission after the loss of service within a reasonable time period (2 to 3 hours). The commission received an update from CenterPoint on Monday, July 21, noting that they are not projecting any loss of service at this time due to the storm. (KWTX.com, TX)
Latin America Battles Inflation Jul 24, 2008
"We need to bring inflation down in a reasonable time frame," says Anoop Singh, the IMF's Western Hemisphere director. "If Latin America settles into an inflation rate higher than it has been, the difference, however small, will have a huge effect on poverty.". (Yahoo News -- Global Economy)
Uganda: Police Face Huge Backlog of Cases Jul 21, 2008
"When a case has not been concluded within reasonable time, it loses urgency as fresh cases are coming in, and it is likely to remain unresolved," said a senior Police officer. The Police believe the actual number of cases pending investigation might be lower because many are concluded without their knowledge. (allAfrica.com)
Pathologists appeal to Ottawa for help Jul 17, 2008
We all need to make sure that all reasonable things are done in reasonable time frames to address these concerns, he said. Dr. Padmos called the CAP's plan an important first pass required to begin repairing public confidence, but cautioned that it shouldn't be taken as a complete prescription for the cure of lab problems here. (Globe and Mail)
Manage Borrowing and Credit Cards E... Jul 15, 2008
Career development loans should only really be taken out if the return in increased earning power will allow the borrower to repay the loan in reasonable time after completing the course. However it is recognised that some education is for purpose other than better income but repayment should still last less time than the benefit. (Suite101.com)
WHAT THE FED SAYS: Read the Fed's press release on the rules. Jul 15, 2008
In addition, servicers are required to credit consumers' loan payments as of the date of receipt and provide a payoff statement within a reasonable time of request. Creditors must provide a good faith estimate of the loan costs, including a schedule of payments, within three days after a consumer applies for any mortgage loan secured by a consumer's principal dwelling, such as a home improvement loan or a loan to refinance an existing loan. (USA Today -- Money)
FCC head wants Comcast to change traffic management Jul 13, 2008
Martin proposed that Comcast change its traffic-management method within a "reasonable time frame," which could be by the end of the year, the story said. The FCC's four other commissioners will have a say on whether Martin's proposal takes effect. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Safety net hospital services: Does the Delta keep them Jul 13, 2008
n Do the citizens of the Delta have a need or right to continue having safety net hospital services available within a reasonable time and distance. n Do the plans currently on the table indicate Mississippi truly has a strategy which will remove the negative impact of being repeatedly rated in that last place 50th position. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Finding a Disaster Recovery Solution That Won't Break the Bank Jul 13, 2008
Let's look at what may be considered basic some kind of regular backups occurring along with a plan to recover systems and data within a reasonable time. It's important to differentiate these two. (EnterpriseStorageForum)
Selectman Updates Board on Booth School Lease Jul 13, 2008
"Selectmen agreed on the repairs list presented with the addition of the septic item, which had been deleted.Todd Wheeler, representing the Roxbury Volunteer Fire Department, asked that the fire department be able to use space in the old firehouse to store the HAZMAT trailer.This will help consolidate supplies that are in several different storage areas, he said.Selectmen asked for a reasonable time line for the consolidation.Mr. Wheeler told the board, "With the upcoming testing of hoses, pumps... (Voices, CT)
Best not to withhold rent over minor kitchen repairs Jul 7, 2008
Even under the "repair and deduct" statutes available in some jurisdictions, the landlord is allowed a reasonable time to make nonemergency repairs. If you don't pay, your landlord may move forward on an eviction. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bonner ups fee for tampering with hydrants Jul 4, 2008
The existing policy calls for a written letter of intent that states the nature of the violation and provides a reasonable time to fix the violation, said Rick Sailler, director of utilities in Bonner Springs. The new policy calls for an immediate fine up to 1,000 and possible jail time up to 179 days or both. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Wellesley's shrinking planning board Jul 3, 2008
According to citizens, memorandums and documents that should have been made available to the public long before certain hearings were produced only a few hours beforehand, so that the public would have virtually no access to them in reasonable time. What s more, during many of the hearings, Mr. Frisardi was commonly referred to as Tom by Mr. John O Neil, one of the chief representatives of National Development, when he spoke. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
School funding bill rejected Jul 3, 2008
Schwarzenegger had promised to veto the bill, saying in a letter to Perata that it would "impede our efforts to rescue students from a system that is obviously failing them."Responding in his own letter, Perata told the governor that "districts should not be subject to capricious and multiple corrective actions without a reasonable time to show improvement."During debate Wednesday, Perata said: "The issue is really state versus local control." He said lawmakers have spent "a little too much time... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
City enters Stage two water restrictions Jul 1, 2008
- Failure to repair a controllable leak with a reasonable time. . (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Best Cities For Recent College Grads Jun 29, 2008
"That's a reasonable time to spend to get know what a city and a job are all about.". Despite where a graduate ends up, the key, Hing says, is to not feel trapped or limited. (Forbes)
Banks still fail the poor, panel finds Jun 29, 2008
"It is not a matter of neglect, or irresponsibility, but of circumstances beyond their control. Yet the penalty fee is applied for each debit order item, so that a customer may face multiple penalties to add to the primary misfortune of getting paid late. "Customers with low incomes, with tight credit margins, can readily find themselves lacking sufficient funds without having any intention of defaulting on their payments or of breaching their undertakings to the bank," says the report. The... (Business Report, South Africa)
Humane Society gets $100,000 donation; plans for new animal shelter move along Jun 28, 2008
The donor's only request was that the court take an official vote to assure the new facility opens within a reasonable time period and the ball was not dropped on the project. The county has applied for a grant through BRADD for an additional 100,000 to go towards the renovation. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
More of this story Jun 28, 2008
" The fact is that the solutions offered then were just too quixotic, as are the current exercises.Granted that academia presents the rare opportunity to encourage all within its cloistered halls to exercise their imaginations, explore new environmental and construction systems, and allow architecture the freedom also to be an art. But if the school professes wanting to participate in the ongoing debate over the future of its host city and be taken seriously, it needs to be bounded by a modicum... (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Guangshen Railway Files Form 20-F Jun 27, 2008
Guangshen Railway will deliver within a reasonable time after request a hard copy of its 2007 annual report on Form 20-F, including its complete audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to any shareholder upon request. To request a hard copy of the annual report, please write to: Guangshen Railway Company Limited 1052 Heping Road, Shenzhen, P.R.C. Postal Code: 518010 Attention: Mr. Guo Xiangdong Additional information on Guangshen Railway is available at the Company's website. (PR Newswire)
Bain: This is not your land Jun 26, 2008
We need people that oppose the use of public land without value or public benefit to demand that our leaders do the right thing by removing all encroachers on our Article 97 land within a reasonable time. Time after time those more interested in giving our land away by tossing monkey wrenches in our direction have held this project up. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Senior Subjects: Primary care becoming secondary option Jun 26, 2008
Most of the details of my years of medical treatment can be accessed in seconds, and from home, using My Health Online and My Chart, I can track appointments and medications, ask a brief question of my PCP and get an e-mail response within a reasonable time. Blue Cross Blue Shield, Beth Israel Deaconess and some of the large pharmacies have signed up for Google Health, the vaunted new EMR system. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Ports delay Martin Island eminent domain votes Jun 26, 2008
That gives us a reasonable time to negotiate what we want to do, Heikkala said. The ports of Vancouver, Kalama and Longview already voted to delay the condemnation action in late May. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Supreme Court Ruling A Setback For County Jun 26, 2008
It was at that point that Rothgery brought civil action against the County of Gillespie, claiming that, if it had provided him with a lawyer within a reasonable time after the 15. 17 hearing, he would not have been indicted, re-arrested or jailed. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Metro cops fire at police Jun 26, 2008
Last Updated: 07:43am 26 Jun 2008. 2 20 SPONSORED LINKS. (iAfrica.com)
What's the Law: Hazardous trees Jun 25, 2008
If the tree trimming is not done within a reasonable time after a request, you may cut the tree branches yourself and charge the tree owner. You would need to present your receipts in small claims court. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Readers respond: Letters to the editor Jun 25, 2008
If the Georgia school system is finally considering opening schools at a more reasonable time, in late August, why not just wait until after Labor Day to allow families to vacation throughout August. This is the way many, if not most, other states do it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Who needs home ownership? Jun 25, 2008
Companies used to be able to offer to buy your house if you relocate with them and then can t sell it in a reasonable time. I m sure those offers are all but gone for everyone except for the most senior positions in a company. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Saving gas a task for city employees Jun 21, 2008
I grabbed the three things I went in for and got through checkout in a reasonable time. When I went back out the dog was still there panting and crying. (Florida Times-Union)
I deserve same health care as everyone else Jun 20, 2008
Im with CJ. wrote on Jun 19, 2008 11:24 AM:" I am all for health care reform. I agree that it is something we will have to work through in order to develop a plan that is right. Giving everyone basic care and allowing those who can afford it to get more coverage is a fantastic idea.I am also all for helping those that need it. That being said, I agree with those who point out that some people take advantage of the system. By having stronger controls against this type of behavior, our welfare... (Munster Times, IN)
Missing children’s father a suspect Jun 19, 2008
St. Cyr had last seen 7-year-old Randy Sylvester Jr. and 3-year-old Denim around the tennis court Sunday afternoon around 3 p.m. and began worrying about them when they didn t come home at a reasonable time. Fleeing from Hurricane Katrina in August of 2005, St. Cyr said she moved into the Sandridge Apartment Homes complex on 4025 Burke because it felt it would be safe for her children. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Slowdown hits Capital City (1438) Jun 19, 2008
hasher28 wrote on Jun 17, 2008 7:55 PM:" Casino jobs would have been a huge welcome to many people. However, folks wearing rose tinted glasses believed the few jobs provided by a museum would more than off set the hundreds provided by a casino (if it would have been constructed). Hope the folks affected at ABB, Goody's, etc., find suitable employment in a reasonable time frame. Local business owners must be licking their chops at the "cheap" labor. ". bc wrote on Jun 17, 2008 7:24 PM:" Johnson... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Editorial: Gitmo ruling heralds court’s new era Jun 19, 2008
VH wrote on Jun 18, 2008 4:33 PM:" Further, the US has ratified the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which states, in Article 9:1. Everyone has the right to liberty and security of person. No one shall be subjected to arbitrary arrest or detention. No one shall be deprived of his liberty except on such grounds and in accordance with such procedure as are established by law. in2. Anyone who is arrested shall be informed, at the time of arrest, of the reasons for his arrest... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Police search for two missing children Jun 18, 2008
St. Cyr last saw 7-year-old Randy Sylvester Jr. and 3-year-old Denim around the tennis court Sunday afternoon around 3 p.m. and began worrying about them when they didn t come home at a reasonable time. Carron Mortimer lives in the same apartment complex. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Local revenue up, tax rate down Jun 18, 2008
The process will take some time, he added, but it's hoped that bids can be advertised for within a reasonable time. Talley noted that some leaks developed after heavy rain fell Sunday, requiring some repair work Monday. (Carmi Times, IL)
Internal feud muddies mobile-home issue Jun 17, 2008
The ordinance contains language defining what a "bona fide" conversion should be, and one condition is that a park owner must demonstrate that at least 50 percent of residents support the conversion and can purchase their lots in a reasonable time. "Just on that clause alone he will never get the park converted," insisted Warner. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Georgia Tech Summer Baseball Blog Jun 17, 2008
We quickly boarded the plane hoping we could still get to Boston at a reasonable time, but Mother Nature yet again had something to say about that. Soon after getting to the runway the pilot announced the inability to take off due to weather in Boston. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Commission working on noise ordinance Jun 16, 2008
gofish wrote on Jun 13, 2008 9:14 AM:" If the United Sportsman's Club is such a wonderful institution why can't they self regulate and "open" for business at a reasonable time? I have no idea whether people did or should research who their neighbor is. A responsible realtor/seller would have disclosed this in the listing. Even if they did know about the gun club, they wouldn't have toured the house at 6am to know the shooting started then.I think the reasonable solution is to begin shooting at a... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Road to Village won't be smooth Jun 14, 2008
Jones says that Bromont really isn't looking to use the county as a funding source for the roads, but rather as a borrowing mechanism to make the entire development happen in a more reasonable time frame. Bentley says she sees the county's involvement with The Village as something larger than a road improvement project. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Sound Offs - June 13, 2008 Jun 14, 2008
They have experienced proficient methods, done in reasonable time frame. Mosquitoes. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Braves: Smoltz will need to be flexible Jun 14, 2008
The doctors felt a reasonable time frame was sometime around the All-Star break that he could resume pitching. " Wren said the 41-year-old Smoltz needed no encouragement to pursue a comeback from his fifth arm surgery, including four to his right elbow. "No one had to do any arm-twisting," Wren said, adding it was important to Smoltz that he know if he can still pitch. "John is a competitor and that's what has made him so great throughout his career," Wren said. "That's what makes a lot of these... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Turn your humble ride into a hybrid Jun 14, 2008
By relying on electricity from a power plant rather than gasoline from a pump, "within a more reasonable time frame, you will continue to be upgraded to the most modern fuel technologies," Gott says. 2008 ForbesAutos. (MSNBC -- Business)
Surgery doesn't slow Smoltz's return plans Jun 14, 2008
"The only thing that will heal it is time. The doctors felt a reasonable time frame was sometime around the All-Star break that he could resume pitching.". Wren said the 41-year-old Smoltz needed no encouragement to pursue a comeback from his fifth arm surgery, including four to his right elbow. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Girls Like Us Jun 13, 2008
Try and get to bed at a reasonable time. Seven or more hours is recommended in order to restore your body and brain. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Does texting hurt romance? Jun 10, 2008
There is a guy now who would like more of my company and he has not caught on to the pick up the phone and call within a reasonable time limit rule ... There is a guy now who would like more of my company and he has not caught on to the pick up the phone and call within a reasonable time limit rule. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
