...Oldlady, echoed my mother’s voice from the back porch of our whitewashed 5 bedroom home in ELWA, Paynesville, have you washed the dishes? I was in the front yard playing hopscotch with some of my friends and we were having a mighty great time; the last thing on my mind was completing chores. After all, today I overheard our Principal Mr. Allen telling Mrs. Yadamah, my fourth grade teacher that LBS (Liberia Broadcasting System) reported this morning that rebels were coming to take over the government from President Samuel K. Doe and we would have to be in our homes for at least two weeks until they were done. For me, this meant that I would not have the chance to play for two whole weeks especially on my Christmas and New Year break so I was trying to play all I could before being forced to remain indoor for two long weeks. What is wrong with these people? I thought to myself. Don’t they know that we are on our Christmas break and want to have fun with our friends and family? Later did I know that this was not just a two week play restriction, but a 15 year Civil Nightmare that would change my life and the lives of every single Liberian. Liberia, sweet land of liberty; oh how I love my country. I still remember when we would sit on our back porch in the night and watch the stars when the moon was bright while listening to our grandmother tell us spider stories. Those memories are treasured in my heart forever. There was 24 hours electricity and running water; something that...
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...Noah Crawford 2/17/11 Pr. 3 Africa Essay There are many great rivers in the world, but one out-shines them all. That river is the Nile River. It is the longest river in the entire world, stretching from the very top of Egypt, all the way to the bottom of Uganda where it drains into Lake Victoria. The Nile River greatly affects the people who live along it. The land all along the Nile is very fertile and good for growing crops. Every year, the Nile overflows and sends minerals called silt onto the land. The silt makes the land more fertile for people to grow crops to eat and sell. The Nile also helps with transportation. Since it’s a river, people can from place to place by boat. The Nile, additionally, can be used for drinking water or for irrigating. Africa must be careful to keep its economy well-balanced. If there is not diversity in what in being manufactured, other parts in the economy will fall apart. For example, if Africa spent most of its time towards the mineral industry and were mostly just mining for precious minerals, all of the farmers who grow and sell cash crops will not be able to sell them. Then, they will lose income, not have a job, and not be able to support their family. Also, if Africa spent most of its time to the farming industry, the same thing will happen to miners. On top of all of that, if Africa spent its time too much on either industry, other counties that want to import certain goods from Africa might not be able to because of the...
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...of Academic Research Kendall Frazier It is well known that water pollution is an issue beginning to receive more attention recently. Discharging into the rivers, discharging of sewage of fish growing fields are major sources of pollution. Water they say is life, and indeed they were right. With about 70% of the earth’s cover being water, it undeniably becomes one of our greatest resources. Since rivers constitute main sources of fresh water used in agriculture, drinking, and industrial applications, everything that causes the water pollution can be considered as an important issue to be studied. Modern times has increasingly encountered by various types of pollutions and their negative consequences including water pollution, which results mainly from sewages produced by industrial units, homes and agricultural activities. Pollution of water occurs when substances that will modify the water in negative fashion are discharged in it. This discharge of pollutants can be direct as well as indirect. Inorganic matters occurring in stones and soil, along with the amount of rainfall, river slope, temperature changes and trees and plant concentration in an area constitute amino factors to control water consumption in a workshop. It is therefore necessary to take a variety of problems as well as quantity and quality of the river water into consideration as well as the region’s needs for agricultural, energy production and transportation of water to other pools. Water pollution is an...
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...I candidly don’t know why it was still called Sioux River, for it was merely a creek that divided our pasture from the Curby’s property. Mediocre, it was probably the only barrier between northern Spring Prairie Township and the southern tip of Faulkton Township. Thus, it wasn’t hard to suppose that the only bridge that spanned this insignificant river was located at the far northern edge of our pasture. This dinky old bridge wasn’t something you’ll discover on Google Earth or on a Montana state map, for it was one of those relics known only to those fearless of stepping on mucky cow pies and marching through fields of thistles. Historically, it was the sole way to cross the river, more recently it served as the exclusive stepping stone through a personal turbulent current....
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...Current events in business research RES/351 Subhashis Nandy By: Lanean Gilmore This paper will summarize the business research process by defining the business research process by my work experience. This is my summary of the business research process by my experience as an employee of City government. I am not into politics but, this is one of the best jobs I ever had very motivating it is always something new to learn. City of Wilmington, Delaware first Mayor was Richard H. Bayard in 1832-1834. In, 1832 Wilmington, Delaware was incorporated. We have a wonderful city, and with the mayor and his elected staff they will continue to keep us safe and make sure Wilmington, Delaware is safe and growing strong. One thing about government they always like to change things. Making the city better anyway possible, and in 1993, we elected our first black Mayor of the City of Wilmington. He was the mayor from 1993-2001. This is just another how the City of Wilmington works new changes, great people and making the city better than it was before. What is business research? It mainly is a method in a way a company or organization to decide the most productive, ethical, and efficient way to make a lot of money and keep their customers coming back. When it comes to starting a business, you need to research the competition and what customers want and need. Looking at the Mayor’s office of Economic Development they help produce jobs, like bringing small or big business to Wilmington, Delaware...
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...Findings The Department of Trade and Industry has a semi-automated accounting system. The entity uses Electronic New Government Accounting System (E-NGAS) along with Microsoft Excel, Payroll Credit System (PACS), Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) Bank Transmittal and Check Preparation System to prepare their payroll. The City Government of Legazpi has a fully automated accounting system. Like the Department of Trade and Industry, it uses Electronic New Government Accounting System (E-NGAS). However, in addition to E-NGAS, the City Government of Legazpi uses a software called Base Bytes Payroll System specifically designed to prepare their payroll. Meanwhile, the Department of the Interior and Local Government is using a manual accounting system. The strengths ans weaknesses of automated accounting information systems do not apply to the manual accounting system used by the Department of Interior and Local Government. Delays sometimes happen and the cashier and employees claim that some errors are found in their payroll. The employees also report complaints. The semi-automated accounting system, as used by the Department of Trade and Industry, is simple, fast and flexible. Data is well-organized and consistent. Storage and accessibility of information is highly reliable and it provides complete and credible information. Using a semi-automated accounting system, reports are released and payroll is distributed on time. Employees support this claim by stating they...
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...James Jones Case Study Summary Windham County once started as traditional manufacturing town, but local and state officials attracted new types of workers such as banking and insurance centers. The town’s long and spacious land as become full of new structures and an influx of vehicles. The demands for more schools, protective services, medical facilities, and supplies have greatly increased. The majority of the responsibility for this growth has come from county government. Although there are sever small cities that belong to the county, many of the responsibilities of primary services fall on the county government. The Windham County government is made on a strong executive model. The council executive is elected on a term of four years. The responsibilities are everyday administration, appointing administrative officers, and preparing annual budget. The legislative branch is made up of six council members lead by an elected president. The registration in the county is closely split between democratic and republicans. Executive and legislative office control has alternated between the two parties. The last true green space in the county has caught the eyes and pockets of developers based on the demographics. The area is filled with potential to make large amounts of money. The recommendation from the County Economic Development office approved a principle in plan to swap out the course, in which both sides can make a decent profit from, and move it to more attractive...
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...ACCT 625 Week 4 Homework Click Link Below To Buy: http://hwaid.com/shop/acct-625-week-4-homework/ Question 1. The following information relates to Hudson City for its fiscal year ended December 31, 2014. • On January 31, 2014, the city purchased as an investment for its debt service fund a fifteen-year, 6 percent,$1 million bond for $998,000. During the year it received $30,000ininterest.Atyear-endthefairvalueofthebond was $999,500. • On December 31, 2013, the Foundation for the Arts pledged to donate $1, up to a maximum of $1 million, for each $3 that the museum is able to collect from other private contributors. The funds are to finance construction of the city-owned art museum. During 2014, the city collected $600,000 and received the matching money from the Foundation. In January and February 2015 it collected an additional $2,400,000 and also received the matching money. • During the year the city imposed license fees on street vendors. All vendors were required to purchase the licenses by September 30, 2014. The licenses cover the one-year period from October 1, 2014, through September 30, 2015. During 2014 the city collected $240,000 in license fees. • The city sold a fire truck for $40,000 that it had acquired five years earlier for $250,000. At the time of sale the city had charged $225,000 in depreciation. • The city received a grant of $2 million to partially reimburse costs of training police officers. During the year the city incurred $1,500...
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..."What is a meeting? Municipal councils and the Ontario Ombudsman" delivered excellent content and examples for adequate consideration. It is clear the core issue which causes the most discrepancy is the definition of a meeting. If a clear concise definition was provided for all parties to understand, then discrepancies regarding same would be resolved for those involved in the process and public in general. A clear definition is a necessity. In existence since 1975, the Ombudsman is a self-governing, unbiased assessor, whose main objective is to ensure public interest is maintained, including the power to access documents and exemption from Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. R.S.O. 1990. Further, limited powers...
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...Information Technology Department Shared Services Report Presented by: Peter Cooper, CTO Date: November 9, 2011 Table of Contents Executive Summary ....................................................................................................................................... 1 Introduction and Background ......................................................................................................................... 2 Current Inter-local Agreement ................................................................................................................... 2 Scope of Management Services ........................................................................................................... 2 Achievements ....................................................................................................................................... 3 Consolidation (IT Shared Initiative) ........................................................................................................... 3 Joint Project Analysis..................................................................................................................................... 4 Automated Finger Print Information System (AFIS) .................................................................................. 4 Microwave and Fiber Communications Project ......................................................................................... 5 Joint Datacenter Project...
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...Is devolution really working out well for Kenyans? Problem statement The new government of Kenya elected in March 2013 committed itself to rapid transfer of devolved functions to the counties. Many Kenyans are still oblivious of how this devolved system of governance work, Kenyans seem to speculate much from this will it really help the poor, unemployed and improve infrastructure as expected? Body Devolution is the transfer of powers from the central government to local units) Kenya is divided into 47 counties. There is the a president, ministers, senator, governor and members of parliament. One of the objects and principles of a devolved government in accordance to the proposed constitution, Article 174 is to recognize the right of communities to manage their own affairs and further their development. This will give the people a sense of identity and self-empowerment. This is because they will feel recognized in their contribution to the growth of their own county. Another principle is to protect and promote the interests and rights of minorities and marginalized communities. This does not seem to work out well for most counties, everything seems to be constant and some still are demanding for more money to be allocated to them yet no proper work is being done. Certain counties like the North Eastern lack enough resource so by letting them generate their own income and employment from the resources they have, it’s like mockery and is really taking a toll on them...
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...REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7160 REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7160 - AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991 BOOK I General Provisions TITLE I. Basic Principles CHAPTER I The Code: Policy and Application SECTION 1. Title. — This Act shall be known and cited as the "Local Government Code of 1991". SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy. — (a) It is hereby declared the policy of the State that the territorial and political subdivisions of the State shall enjoy genuine and meaningful local autonomy to enable them to attain their fullest development as self-reliant communities and make them more effective partners in the attainment of national goals. Toward this end, the State shall provide for a more responsive and accountable local government structure instituted through a system of decentralization whereby local government units shall be given more powers, authority, responsibilities, and resources. The process of decentralization shall proceed from the national government to the local government units. (b) It is also the policy of the State to ensure the accountability of local government units through the institution of effective mechanisms of recall, initiative and referendum. (c) It is likewise the policy of the State to require all national agencies and offices to conduct periodic consultations with appropriate local government units, nongovernmental and people's organizations, and other concerned sectors of the community...
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...studies within local government agencies and their financial performance measures. The research study I found is called, “Local Government Measurement and Use of Performance Accounting and Financial Reporting Data in Planning and Budgeting Decision Support” (2009). The study used a multi case study approach. The study was done to identify debt obligation performance in financial reports to assess the measurement of debt performance. The researcher selected three county government agencies to perform the study. The selection of the county agencies was based on history and similarity of the use of performance measures and the use of debt performance data in their budget decision making. The counties also share similar characteristics in city age, population, general fund revenues and geographic region. The counties selected for the study are Solano County in California, Prince William County in Virginia and Kent County in Michigan. The study used the Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports and budget for each county to examine the debt obligation performance. The researcher used these reports because they are audited and seem more credible than self-reported financial reports. Financial performance measurement information provides information to Council members and residents on how the agency is performing and managing tax payer’s dollars....
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...THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES BOOK I GENERAL PROVISIONS TITLE ONE. − BASIC PRINCIPLES CHAPTER 1. − THE CODE, POLICY AND APPLICATION SECTION 1. Title. − This Act shall be known and cited as the "Local Government Code of 1991". SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy. − (a) It is hereby declared the policy of the State that the territorial and political subdivisions of the State shall enjoy genuine and meaningful local autonomy to enable them to attain their fullest development as self−reliant communities and make them more effective partners in the attainment of national goals. Toward this end, the State shall provide for a more responsive and accountable local government structure instituted through a system of decentralization whereby local government units shall be given more powers, authority, responsibilities, and resources. The process of decentralization shall proceed from the national government to the local government units. (b) It is also the policy of the State to ensure the accountability of local government units through the institution of effective mechanisms of recall, initiative and referendum. (c) It is likewise the policy of the State to require all national agencies and offices to conduct periodic consultations with appropriate local government units, non−governmental and people's organizations, and other concerned sectors of the community before any project or program is implemented in their respective jurisdictions. SECTION 3. Operative...
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...Case Analysis Nicole Derrickson Grand Canyon University: ADM 626 Jere Smith Summaries/Impact The largest amount of debt is in the form of bonds. They are a “written promise to pay a specified sum of money at a specified date or dates together with periodic interest at a specific rate” (Smith and Lynch, 2004, pg. 293). In terms of the financial crisis that took place in New York City and Orange County both either defaulted on their financial obligation or came extremely close to defaulting. In either situation, the government needed to come together, figure out the issues causing the debt crisis and find solutions to repair the body whether, locally or federally. New York Case/ Orange County New York City almost defaulted on its obligations. With help from New York State, the federal government, and others, it was able to avoid default. Because of this crisis, state and local governments now pay higher interest rates, and the financial community is now required to provide detailed financial disclosures (Smith & Lynch, 2004). Several states were affected by this crisis; North Carolina was one of the states. According to Smith and Lynch, the New York City financial crisis cost local governments in North Carolina a lot of money. It was reported that North Carolina suffered “$424,000 in first year added interest costs on bonded indebtedness and $5.1 million total in interest over the life of municipal bonds issued in 1975” (Smith & lynch, 2004, pg. 311). ...
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