| Some think that Arnold encoded a message to his political opponents when he sent a note about a bill he recently vetoed. His office dismisses it as a weird coincidence. Here is the letter: To the Members of the California State Assembly: I am returning Assembly Bill 1176 without my signature. For some time now I have lamented the fact that major issues are overlooked while many unnecessary bills come to me for consideration. Water reform, prison reform, and health care are major issues my Administration has brought to the table, but the Legislature just kicks the can down the alley. Yet another legislative year has come and gone without the major reforms Californians overwhelmingly deserve. In light of this, and after careful consideration, I believe it is unnecessary to sign this measure at this time. Sincerely, Arnold Schwarzenegger In case you missed it, here is the possible message highlighted: To the Members of the California State Assembly: I am returning Assembly Bill 1176 without my signature. For some time now I have lamented the fact that major issues are overlooked while many unnecessary bills come to me for consideration. Water reform, prison reform, and health care are major issues my Administration has brought to the table, but the Legislature just kicks the can down the alley. Yet another legislative year has come and gone without the major reforms Californians overwhelmingly deserve. In light of this, and after careful consideration, I believe it is unnecessary to sign this measure at this time. Sincerely, Arnold Schwarzenegger |
Thursday, 29 October 2009
Arnold Schwarzenegger Hidden Message?
Posted on 20:21 by Unknown
Thursday, 22 October 2009
Utah Government's 4 Day Work Week Saved Money - But Not The Way They Thought
Posted on 09:38 by Unknown
| Utah's State Government switched to a 4 day work week (four 10-hour days vs. five 8-hour days) when gas prices were at the peak. They thought they would save $3 million a year through less spending on energy (less gas for government vehicles, being able to shut down buildings, etc.) The program just finished its first year. Gas and energy costs dropped since then, and they only saved $502,000 from energy savings. About 1/6 of what they expected. They also saved $200,000 on janitorial expenses. But - as an unexpected surprise - they saved a whopping $4.1 million on overtime! It turns out that working 10 hours in a day allowed employees to get things done and, after 10 hours, they wanted to go home. From this data and feedback from employees, it looks like a four day work-week is very productive and a good work-life balance. |
Friday, 16 October 2009
Man gets credit card offer with 79% APR.
Posted on 07:24 by Unknown
| This isn't a typo: http://www.nbcsandiego.com/around-town/shopping/No-Youre-Reading-That-Right-64173667.html It's a bad deal aimed at people with bad credit scores. |
Friday, 2 October 2009
2016 Olympics - How They Voted
Posted on 10:37 by Unknown
The first-round: Madrid 28, Rio 26, Tokyo 22, Chicago 18.
Second round, Rio 46, Madrid 29, and Tokyo 20.
Last round, Rio 66 and Madrid 32.
Second round, Rio 46, Madrid 29, and Tokyo 20.
Last round, Rio 66 and Madrid 32.
Rio Got 2016 Olympics! Chicago Out in First Round!
Posted on 09:55 by Unknown
It was disappointing that Chicago was eliminated in the first round of voting.
People thought it would be between Chicago and Rio. Instead, it was between Rio and Madrid.
But, all four cities are world-class, so it was a close contest.
I'm just glad that Chicago took a chance and got some international exposure.
People thought it would be between Chicago and Rio. Instead, it was between Rio and Madrid.
But, all four cities are world-class, so it was a close contest.
I'm just glad that Chicago took a chance and got some international exposure.
Thursday, 1 October 2009
2016 Olympics Voting Process - Go Chicago!
Posted on 15:43 by Unknown
Tomorrow is The Day! We will find out if my hometown of Chicago gets the 2016 Summer Games.
The candidates are Chicago, Rio, Madrid, and Tokyo.
Each country will get a final hour tomorrow (45 minute presentation, followed by 15 minutes of question/answer). Then, the voting starts.
The voting process is interesting. There are up to 5 rounds of voting. After each round, if one country does not receive a majority of the votes, then the team with the lowest number of votes is eliminated.
At that point, IOC (International Olympic Committee) members from that country can join in the voting. Also, members who voted for the eliminated country have to vote for their next choice (which is why cities still lobby members who are known to favor a different country - they want to be the member's second choice).
This makes things unpredictable. Many times in the past, the country that received more votes in the early rounds ends up not winning in the final round.
The candidates are Chicago, Rio, Madrid, and Tokyo.
Each country will get a final hour tomorrow (45 minute presentation, followed by 15 minutes of question/answer). Then, the voting starts.
The voting process is interesting. There are up to 5 rounds of voting. After each round, if one country does not receive a majority of the votes, then the team with the lowest number of votes is eliminated.
At that point, IOC (International Olympic Committee) members from that country can join in the voting. Also, members who voted for the eliminated country have to vote for their next choice (which is why cities still lobby members who are known to favor a different country - they want to be the member's second choice).
This makes things unpredictable. Many times in the past, the country that received more votes in the early rounds ends up not winning in the final round.
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