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blogsNeighborhood Development AllocationsSubmitted by lmcshane on Fri, 07/02/2010 - 03:43.
The July Plain Press releases some of the information on Neighborhood Development Allocations made by Councilman Cummins and others with regards to Ward 14. Please pick up a copy of the Plain Press at your local library--the pdf will also be available soon. Meanwhile, of the $450,000 available to Ward 14--Councilman Cummins has alloted $365,000 to these organizations:
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Marijuana has been virtually decriminalized in British Columbia - annual export crop has been bigger than forestry for a decadeSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Fri, 07/02/2010 - 01:54.
Northeast Ohio's Brightest Greenest New Economy Competition: Next Generation Seed Company - Made in Canada. Through them and their Canadian growers, Canada exports $ billions in Canadian-grown marijuana to the United States each year. In 2001 it was reported, in "BC Marijuana Industry Approaching Critical Mass, DEA Not Happy", that British Columbia "boasts 15,000 to 25,000 marijuana grow operations employing (at six persons per grow) between 90,000 and 150,000 people. The agency estimated the annual wholesale value of the pot crop at $4 billion. At $2,000 per pound, that is about two million pounds of BC bud each year, much of it headed south. The agency estimated that as much as 95% of the crop is exported to the ravenous US market."
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Industrial Hemp as an Alternative Crop in North Dakota - Study of the Markets, Profitability, Processing, Agronomics and HistorySubmitted by Norm Roulet on Fri, 07/02/2010 - 00:02.
Figure 4. Hemp Products Flowchart. Processing to End Product Groups. Industrial Hemp as an Alternative Crop in North Dakota - A White Paper Study of the Markets, Profitability, Processing, Agronomics and History
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When "Benefits of Biomass Power Questioned", point to "Map 7.1: Potential Energy Distribution among Ohio Counties (in Billions)"Submitted by Norm Roulet on Thu, 07/01/2010 - 21:43.
Map 7.1: Potential Energy Distribution among Ohio Counties (in Billions) Joe Koncelik's Ohio Environmental Law Blog recently reported "Benefits of Biomass Power Questioned - Implications for Ohio", about a renewable fuels permitting issue that has surfaced with a FirstEnergy coal powerplant being converted to biomass, which offers great insight on the development and future of our biomass industry, and links to valuable source material for those considering the economic and environmental future of energy in Ohio, America and worldwide. In this excellent posting, Koncelik points out, "
In fact, environmentalists and regulators are demanding that FirstEnergy identify what biomass they intend to use from where to power their proposed-to-be "renewable" fuel plant - that is good economics and environmentalism. The dynamics of the Burger plant application are interesting and important for the future of the biomass sector in Ohio - while Ohio has a bright biomass renaissance ahead, we are still in the dark ages of its development.
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Major 6.5 Quake Hits Southern MexicoSubmitted by Quest-News-Serv... on Thu, 07/01/2010 - 05:00.
Major 6.5 Quake Hits Southern Mexico A huge temblor strikes near Oaxaca early Wednesday, shaking buildings 220 miles away in Mexico City. People in the capital flee into the streets in their pajamas.( categories: )
Canada: “the grand total of the annual positive economic impact of renewable fuels is $2.013 billion” - May 26, 2010Submitted by Norm Roulet on Wed, 06/30/2010 - 07:29.
Last month, the The Canadian Renewable Fuels Association released the first ever comprehensive third party assessment of the economic impact of the 28 renewable fuel plants in Canada and renewable fuels investments in Canada. The assessment conducted by econometric firm Doyletech Corporation, concluded that, “the grand total of the annual positive economic impact of renewable fuels is $2.013 billion”. Most interesting, from the perspective of developing this industry in Ohio (and it is developing here) is the report finding that: "All levels of government gain from renewable fuels plants. In light of the net benefits to governments at the provincial and federal levels being in the hundreds of millions of dollars, and many millions at the municipal level, it would seem that incentive programs to encourage biofuels production and use in Canada have been a wise investment."
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WARD 14 SCRANTON CASTLE RESIDENTS CONTINUE TO BE NEGLECTED AND IGNOREDSubmitted by jerleen1 on Tue, 06/29/2010 - 23:02.
For more than a year citizens residing at the Scranton Castle CMHA Complex have complained to CMHA representatives and building management about the on-going infestitation of cockroaches and bed bugs. One resident stated that her daughter had to receive medical treatment and medication for the bug bites. Another stated that no one was taking the situation seriously. That administration and management left each day at 5 O'clock whereas paying tenants had to suffer through the all night bitting ordeals.
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West 3rd Street lift bridge - perfect example of ClevelandSubmitted by Jeff Buster on Tue, 06/29/2010 - 17:11.
One of the best places to hide corruption is beneath incompetence mixed liberally with confusion.
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Ejecting a few Constitutional 9mm CasingsSubmitted by Jeff Buster on Tue, 06/29/2010 - 16:42.
The argument is that the right to bear arms came with the constitution - and the 14th amendment. As weapons become smaller, lighter, more potent (this image isn't of a flintlock) are we getting ahead of what the constitutional framers had in mind?
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Supreme Court extends gun rights to states - 2nd Amendment trumps local lawsSubmitted by Quest-News-Serv... on Tue, 06/29/2010 - 03:27.
'CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT': Semiautomatic pistols and other handguns can be used for self-defense by all Americans, according to a landmark Supreme Court ruling Monday. (United Press International)Supreme Court extends gun rights to states2nd Amendment trumps local laws( categories: )
Song of the Day: "Who Here Will Lead Us" - Charlie MosbrookSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Mon, 06/28/2010 - 13:11.
"I wrote this song following Hurricane Katrina. The question is timeless." Charlie Mosbrook
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A USDA Regional Roadmap to Meeting the Biofuels Goals of the Renewable Fuels Standard by 2022 - June 23, 2010Submitted by Norm Roulet on Mon, 06/28/2010 - 12:35.
On June 23, 2010, the USDA released "A USDA Regional Roadmap to Meeting the Biofuels Goals of the Renewable Fuels Standard by 2022 - USDA Biofuels Strategic Production Report". Hightlights, for the realNEO region: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is developing a comprehensive regional strategy to help recharge the rural American economy. The strategy targets barriers to the development of a successful biofuels market that will achieve, or surpass, the current U.S. Renewable Fuels Standards (RFS2)... the RFS2 will create new market opportunities for American agriculture to help fulfill its mandate: the American economy will be using 36 billion gallons (bg) of renewable transportation fuel per year in its transportation fuel supply by 2022. 3. CENTRAL EAST REGION States. Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Virginia. Feedstock. Perennial grasses, biomass sorghum, crop residues, soy beans, woody biomass. Other Points of Interest. The Central East Region of the United States is one of two regions with the most potential for near and long term development of biofuels. Based on feedstock and land, infrastructure, and demand this region is key in implementing a successful biofuels market. The current cap in the RFS2 as a result of EISA is 15 billion gallons of corn-starch ethanol. This region will produce the last 4.25 billion gallons to reach the cap.
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Optimising Harvesting and Storage Systems for Energy Crops in The NetherlandsSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Mon, 06/28/2010 - 01:46.
Optimising Harvesting and Storage Systems for Energy Crops in The Netherlands.
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Economic Impacts of Climate Change on Ohio - Center for Integrative Environmental Research, University of Maryland - July, 2008Submitted by Norm Roulet on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 23:56.
Economic Impacts of Climate Change on Ohio - July 2008 CONCLUSIONS: The state of Ohio's greatest challenge is likely to be in adapting to climate change along its waterways and on Lake Erie, as this is where the most significant economic and ecological impacts will occur. Building and maintaining an alternative transportation infrastructure would allow Ohio to maintain its vibrant manufacturing industry amidst sea-shipping uncertainty, but the costs of the sort of adaptation needs to first be researched. Natural areas such as forests and lakes will suffer from climate change. The ecological integrity of Ohio’s natural landscape will be threatened in the coming century and it is recommended that management of resources be carefully monitored to ensure the wellbeing of the economic and cultural functions that depend on them. Lastly, because flooding events are likely to occur more often, preparations to prevent and mitigate floods and flood related disasters could be made ahead of time.
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Ohio State University scientists find specific elements of marijuana can be good for the aging brain - REDUCE MEMORY IMPAIRMENTSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 22:24.
SCIENTISTS ARE HIGH ON IDEA THAT MARIJUANA REDUCES MEMORY IMPAIRMENT
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Methane and Martial Law in the Gulf of Mexico - “dead zone” - 30-40 million people evacuated Gulf statesSubmitted by Quest-News-Serv... on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 21:52.
BP admits methane makes up about 40 percent of the leaking crude by mass.Methane and Martial Law in the Gulf of Mexico( categories: )
Report of the Ohio State Medical Committee on Cannabis Indica, BY R.R. McMEENS, M.D.Submitted by Norm Roulet on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 21:24.
Report of the Ohio State Medical Committee on cannabis Indica, BY R.R. McMEENS, M.D.
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Scientists Warn of 'Space Weather Katrina' and Say U.S. Is UnpreparedSubmitted by Quest-News-Serv... on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 21:12.
Scientists warn that the Earth might be vulnerable to a "space weather Katrina," an event that could leave large parts of the U.S. without power, water or access to communication. And the U.S. is unprepared for such a disaster. ( categories: )
When Capitalism Meets Cannabis - New York Times - June 25, 2010Submitted by Norm Roulet on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 20:59.
Benjamin Rasmussen for The New York Times When Capitalism Meets CannabisBy DAVID SEGAL - Published: June 25, 2010 BOULDER, Colo. ANYONE who thinks it would be easy to get rich selling marijuana in a state where it’s legal should spend an hour with Ravi Respeto, manager of the Farmacy, an upscale dispensary here that offers Strawberry Haze, Hawaiian Skunk and other strains of Cannabis sativa at up to $16 a gram. She will harsh your mellow. “No M.B.A. program could have prepared me for this experience,” she says, wearing a cream-colored smock made of hemp. “People have this misconception that you just jump into it and start making money hand over fist, and that is not the case.” Since this place opened in January, it’s been one nerve-fraying problem after another. Pot growers, used to cash-only transactions, are shocked to be paid with checks and asked for receipts. And there are a lot of unhappy surprises, like one not long ago when the Farmacy learned that its line of pot-infused beverages could not be sold nearby in Denver. Officials there had decided that any marijuana-tinged consumables had to be produced in a kitchen in the city.
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Attracting Immigrants--Two Russian GirlsSubmitted by lmcshane on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 19:32.
Here's a story for the PD-I can hook you up with a follow-up. Two college students from Russia are staying in Cleveland this summer. One is from Siberia and one from Moscow. They flew into Cleveland, booked a hotel and went straight to the Cleveland Public Library Main Branch where, lo and behold, they found someone to take them in for the summer. How many American college students would take on that kind of adventure?
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Lesson In Bicycling Economics 101: Don't Forget To Include External Costs Like Pollution Exposure And Increased MortalitySubmitted by Norm Roulet on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 13:49.
I have been disturbed to live in a community where pollution is a serious health crisis, and I am surrounded by smart young people, yet nobody seems to care they are being poisoned. The worst demonstration of that is the movement to put a bicycle lane along side a major pollution and so health hazard - the I-90 freeway bridge elevated high into the polluted air of the Cuyahoga River Valley, in downtown Cleveland. Clearly, there are engineering and construction cost increases to include such a feature on a freeway bridge - costs society may afford - but what are the negative externalities associated with such a bridge feature, which would encourage individuals to exert themselves in immediate proximity - within a few feet - of a known carcinogen - vehicular emissions. This would also encourage people to spend increased time exerting themselves in an elevated point above other Cleveland pollution, like the toxins from Cleveland Thermal and Mittal, also in close proximity to the bridge. As there is proof that short term exposure to such pollution increases risk of serious short and long-term health consequences, it is certain such a bridge feature would increase healthcare costs, human suffering and mortality rates in this region, as it would harm the health and shorten the lives of those who use it. To the extent the feature encourages broad public use, the harm could be very significant - the equivalent of 100s of life-years lost, and more. What is the cost of genetic mutation among our young? External costs associated with putting a bike lane on the I-90 freeway bridge would far exceed the cost of the bridge itself.
Developers and farmers continue to pave the way for hemp as a biomass crop in the United StatesSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Sun, 06/27/2010 - 02:33.
U.S. industrial hemp development continues
Developers and farmers continue to pave the way for hemp as a biomass crop in the United States. The U.S. Appeals Court in St. Paul, Minn., heard arguments Nov. 12 by two North Dakota farmers trying to get a lower court’s dismissal of their suit against a federal agency overturned. David Monson, Osnabrock, N.D., and Wayne Hauge, Ray, N.D., have state approval to grow industrial hemp in North Dakota, but are suing the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration to get a federal permit to grow industrial hemp. Hemp is related to the illegal drug marijuana and under federal law some of the industrial hemp plant is considered a controlled substance. The three-judge appeals panel will issue a written decision, but that isn't expected to be available for several months. While a number of states allow hemp research, North Dakota was the only one to allow hemp cultivation until Vermont granted permission earlier this year. In Massachusetts, a developer sourced the hemp he used for product evaluation from Canada where the crop is legally grown. Jim Pillsbury of Framingham, Mass., is developing hemp for heating pellets. In 2007, Pillsbury had a Canadian prototype biomass research facility, ViFam Pro Services of Kirkland, Quebec, test hemp leaf biomass for heating pellets which were then analyzed at the Twin Ports Testing Labs in Superior, Wis.
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Meet Cool Clevelanders - Mittal's Next Door NeighborsSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Sat, 06/26/2010 - 23:59.
I was out documenting the air pollution from the Mittal Cleveland Works steel mill today, around sunset, and the lovely couple that lives in Mittal's backyard came over to join me, and enjoy their supper overlooking the beautiful Cuyahoga River Valley, in their backyard. 'The flame is pretty", the young man said, "but it sure pollutes".
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HUD ends deal allowing Cleveland to buy distressed foreclosed homes - "city officials are fuming"Submitted by Norm Roulet on Sat, 06/26/2010 - 16:53.
In my neighborhood this year, I have seen many private INDIVIDUAL investors fixing up private properties, making my community better, and I have watched landbanked government owned properties blighted and demolished, which has been worst for all. In fact, the local government has done great harm here... latest East Cleveland leadership fuckup was demolishing our historic Rozelle School. Our government "leaders" should have control over as little real estate as possible - they are incompetent. As local leaders are not competent to plan redevelopment of my community, I prefer to see property in the hands of the free market and citizens rather than government. As such, I am glad to see reported in the Cleveland Plain Dealer today that "HUD ends deal allowing Cleveland to buy distressed foreclosed homes", as it has been clear to me (and realNEO readers in general, I believe) this program was an abuse by government of free markets and private property rights, without forethought of public interests. Considering the widespread local government abuse of private property and citizen rights here, like with the Frank Giglio case, it is safe to say the last people on Earth who should control real estate in Northeast Ohio are local government officials.
The Real Estate HOLDING gameSubmitted by lmcshane on Sat, 06/26/2010 - 07:59.
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