[il-talk] Do you need a room for IL convention and want to save money?
Glenn Moore
glennmooreiii at yahoo.com
Wed Sep 23 13:59:37 UTC 2009
Hi, i have a room for friday and saturday night for the convention. I am looking for one or more roommates to split costs. It has two twin sized beds and i will bring an air mattress for an extra. I have one other person for saturday night. Call 847-899-9801 to inquire, or e-mail to glennmooreiii at yahoo.com. Please be prepared to pay upon arrival or when you recieve key. Sorry, no roommates under 18 without adult guardian at ALL times.
Thank you
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Today's Topics:
1. Webinar with AbiSee Reading solutions (Dave Wright)
2. Re: chicago chapter idol group (Gina Falvo)
3. State Convention & Meals (Robert Gardner)
4. Re: State Convention & Meals (Kelly Doty)
5. On-line Demonstrations of KNFB Reader Mobile Software and
Nokia N86 (Michael Hingson)
6. Fwd: Job Announcement Vending Program Director Oregon
(by way of David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>)
7. FW: Pace Bus - Public Hearing Details - ADA Paratransit Fare
- September 2009 (Connie J. Davis)
Dear Adaptive Technology Professionals, teachers, and anybody interested in
exciting new advances in technology for people who are blind or have low
vision:
The link below is for a free educational Webinar and FREE Netbook offer from
Handy Tech North America and ABISee, the leader in adaptive reading
solutions.
At the seminar you will experience Zoom-Twix, the dream reading solution for
vision impaired students, available for a limited time with a Free Netbook.
We will also explore Eye-Pal SOLO LV, the breakthrough, hand-motion
activated stand-alone auto-reader.
If you would prefer a demonstration in person, then it would be my pleasure
to meet with you, your students and co-workers so that you can see this
exciting technology in action.
Please click below to register for the online presentation and feel free to
forward this e-mail to whoever you feel might be interested.
Back to School Bundle: Get a Free "Acer Aspire One Netbook" with purchase of
Eye-Pal, Zoom-Ex or Zoom-Twix. Offer good thru October 30th.
If you're a teacher, evaluator or councilor, you know that finding the right
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challenge.
We want to help . . . so we've made our advanced, affordable and effective
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*
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*
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adds a CCTV camera for distance viewing and image capture
Click below to register your seat to experience these products live:
ABISee Webinar for the V.I. Community Thursday Sept 24 at 3PM EST/ 12PM PST
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&c=399022&admin=0&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fabisee.webex.com%2Fabisee%2Fj.ph
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I hope to see you at one of the above online events.
Sincerely,
Earle Harrison
President, Handy Tech North America
Voice: 651-636-5184
E-mail: info at handytech.us
Fax: 866-347-8249
Web: http://www.handytech.us
Best Regards:
Dave Wright
Work Phone: 347-422-7085
Email:
dwrigh6 at gmail.com
WebPage:
http://www.knfbreader.com
sounds good.
Gina
From: datemeyer at sbcglobal.net
To: il-talk at nfbnet.org
Date: Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:39:15 -0500
Subject: Re: [il-talk] chicago chapter idol group
We would be rehearsing via conference call.
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From: il-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:il-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Gina Falvo
Sent: Sunday, September 20, 2009 8:29 PM
To: il-talk at nfbnet.org
Subject: Re: [il-talk] chicago chapter idol group
As for me daytime works better because of transportation. My gallbladder
surgery went well. I'm still sore, kind of weak but ok. If I have to miss
rehearsal I will do what I can.
Gina
Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:30:41 -0500
To: il-talk at nfbnet.org
From: leanne at uddle.com
Subject: Re: [il-talk] chicago chapter idol group
At 07:21 PM 9/20/2009 -0500, dave wrote:
Would 7:00 P>M. on Friday, September 25 work for a rehearsal for the
idol song?
or 6 on sunday.
leanne
LeAnne Mayne KB9ZEF leanne at uddle.com
Listen to: LIFE THE UNIVERSE &
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Sundays 7pm CDT HTTP://cband.info/rfd2.m3u When he is Motivated to do
a SHOW
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Hey, everyone, have you pre-registered for our upcoming state convention? Here's one thing you might not have considered.
When you pre-register, we take your order for the convention meals to be served during the event. That includes seven possible meals, starting with the Senior Fair lunch at midday Friday to the Significant Others breakfast on Sunday morning.
We have to turn in our meal numbers to the Holiday Inn prior to our convention. If you walk into the convention without pre-registering -- and therefore not on our list of needed meals -- there is no guarantee you will be eating like the rest of us.
So, please contact Kelly Doty and get yourself registered! I believe this Friday is the deadline.
Bob Gardner
Special Events Committee
Convention Meals:
Friday
Senior Fair lunch: ham or turkey deli sandwich box lunch
Scholarship dinner (invite only): steak and all the trimmings
pizza buffet dinner: 4 choices of pizza plus salad
Saturday
student breakfast: eggs &potatoes, etc.
student lunch: ham/turkey/cheese croissant sandwich, salad, dessert
banquet: teriyaki chicken and all the trimmings
Sunday
SO breakfast: continental style; pastries, etc.
Yes, Sept. 25 is the deadline. I have attached the registration form, Kids' Kamp release, and bulletin. There's no time to waste at this point. Please make your plans now!
Kelly
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Sent: Monday, September 21, 2009 6:05 PM
Subject: [il-talk] State Convention & Meals
Hey, everyone, have you pre-registered for our upcoming state convention? Here's one thing you might not have considered.
When you pre-register, we take your order for the convention meals to be served during the event. That includes seven possible meals, starting with the Senior Fair lunch at midday Friday to the Significant Others breakfast on Sunday morning.
We have to turn in our meal numbers to the Holiday Inn prior to our convention. If you walk into the convention without pre-registering -- and therefore not on our list of needed meals -- there is no guarantee you will be eating like the rest of us.
So, please contact Kelly Doty and get yourself registered! I believe this Friday is the deadline.
Bob Gardner
Special Events Committee
Convention Meals:
Friday
Senior Fair lunch: ham or turkey deli sandwich box lunch
Scholarship dinner (invite only): steak and all the trimmings
pizza buffet dinner: 4 choices of pizza plus salad
Saturday
student breakfast: eggs &potatoes, etc.
student lunch: ham/turkey/cheese croissant sandwich, salad, dessert
banquet: teriyaki chicken and all the trimmings
Sunday
SO breakfast: continental style; pastries, etc.
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<registration form 2009 final.doc>
<bulletin 2009 final.doc>
<Kids Kamp release final.doc>
The National Federation of the Blind and The Michael Hingson Group will hold online demonstrations and discussions of the KnfbReader Mobile this Friday afternoon, September 25, 2009, and Saturday, September 26, 2009. The purpose of these meetings is to showcase the KnfbReader Mobile using the new Nokia N86 platform. "We are excited about the possibilities afforded by the Nokia N86 and its ability to support the KnfbReader Mobile in the future", states Michael Hingson president of The Michael Hingson Group.
During these online sessions we will discuss the features of the KnfbReader Mobile as well as pricing and availability with the Nokia N86. The N86 has many new and interesting features not available on earlier platforms supported by the KnfbReader Mobile. These sessions will be of interest both to existing users as well as those who are interested in purchasing a Reader in the future. After opening presentations Michael Hingson will take questions on all aspects of the reader. Those who received this announcement are invited to encourage their friends and colleagues to join the session so that as many as possible can learn about this amazing device which is changing the lives of many blind people throughout the world.
If you have questions or want to learn more about decay NFB reader mobile please contact: Michael Hingson
Email: <mailto:info at michaelhingson.com>info at michaelhingson.com
(415) 827-4084
Date: Friday September 25, 2009.
Time: 2:00 P.M. Pacific, 3:00 P.M. Mountain, 4:00 P.M. Central, 5:00 P.M. Eastern, and elsewhere in the world 21:00 GMT Friday September 25.
Date: Saturday September 26, 2009.
Time: 10:00 A.M. Pacific, 11:00 A.M. Mountain, 12:00 P.M. Central, 1:00 P.M. Eastern, and elsewhere in the world 18:00 GMT Saturday September 26.
Where: KnfbReader Mobile conference room: which you can locate by clicking on the following link: <http://74.208.96.53/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsb18eeae3cfd2>Enter the Conference Room Here
Or, alternatively,
<http://74.208.96.53/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsb18eeae3cfd2>http://74.208.96.53/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsb18eeae3cfd2.
After reaching the conference room entry page follow the instructions to enter the conference room itself. No password is required.
We will record the event and put it on Michael Hingson's web site <http://knfbreader.michaelhingson.com>http://knfbreader.michaelhingson.com so if you are unable to participate live at the above times then you may download the presentation or podcast from the website listed above.
This online interactive program requires no password, is free of
Charge, and open to anyone worldwide having an Internet connection, a
Computer, speakers, and a sound card. Those with microphones can
interact audibly with the presenters and others in the virtual
audience.
If you are a first-time user of the Talking Communities online
conferencing software, there is a small, safe software program that
you need to download and then run. A link to the software is available
On the entry screen to the online conference room.
The Michael Hingson Group
"Speaking with Vision"
Michael Hingson, President
(415) 827-4084
<mailto:info at michaelhingson.com>info at michaelhingson.com
www.michaelhingson.com
for info on the new KNFB Reader Mobile, visit:
<http://knfbreader.michaelhingson.com/>http://knfbreader.michaelhingson.com
<http://knfbreader.michaelhingson.com/>
http://michaelhingson.com/images/knfbReader-michael_hingson.jpg
Post Code: D717
Announcement Number: LEBL0903
Classification Number: Z7002
Open: 09/9/2009
Close: 09/30/2009
Location: Portland
Availability: Full Time
PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE/MANAGER B
(PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE/MANAGER B (Business Enterprise Program Director))
$3,672 - $5,406 MONTHLY
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply to announcement number LEBL0903.
INTRODUCTION
The mission of the Oregon Commission for the Blind is to promote the full integration of blind Oregonians into society through employment and independent living. The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) offers legally blind Oregonians opportunities to manage food service and vending facilities in government buildings throughout Oregon. BEP’s purpose is to create employment for blind persons who are referred to the program by the rehabilitation staff of the agency. There are currently 25 facilities ranging from small dry-stands to large cafeterias.
The agency is seeking a Director of the BEP. The chosen candidate will be responsible for the overall management, fiscal oversight and administration of the program.
This position is management service and is not represented by a union. This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy.
SCOPE OF THE POSITION
The Business Enterprise Program Director oversees all programmatic, administrative, financial and federal reporting matters related to the program. Specific duties include:
* Provide support services for up to 25 business enterprise units operated by blind managers.
* Develop staff competence to complete program functions. Conduct performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and signing off on leave requests.
* Provide fiscal oversight of program and ensure all financial matters are handled appropriately.
* Ensure appropriate training to qualified clients entering the vending programs, including interviewing and evaluation of potential managers.
* Work with the Business Enterprise Consumer Committee (BECC) to ensure their active participation in major Administrative decisions and policy and program decisions affecting the overall administration of the program.
* Propose such rules and regulations as may be required for the operation of the BE Program.
* License and assign managers to units as they become available.
* Make surveys of buildings or properties to determine their suitability as locations for vending facilities to be operated by blind persons.
* Complete necessary contractual arrangements for establishment and operations of vending facilities with appropriate property management companies.
* Arrange for the design, installation of equipment, supplies, and initial stock for new or remodeled units.
* Prepare reports as may be required on status of BE Program.
* Ensure availability of in-service and upward mobility training opportunities for facility managers.
* Document contacts with BEP managers, public representatives and private vendors utilizing the BEP’s caseload management system.
* Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or higher degree in Social Work/Human Services/Business Administration or related field
AND
knowledge of the Randolph-Sheppard Act and Regulations; Oregon Revised Statutes regarding the BEP; and the BEP Rules and Regulations (Handbook). Knowledge of small business operation with an emphasis on vending and food service and management. Also, have knowledge of blindness and be able to select, train and assist legally blind individuals in successful management of their units.
OR
Bachelor's degree in a field not closely related AND one year of human services related experience working with business development initiatives for legally blind or other underrepresented individuals.
AND
knowledge of the Randolph-Sheppard Act and Regulations; Oregon Revised Statutes regarding the BEP; and the BEP Rules and Regulations (Handbook). Knowledge of small business operation with an emphasis on vending and food service and management. Also, have knowledge of blindness and be able to select, train and assist legally blind individuals in successful management of their units.
SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING TO APPLY:
1) A completed Management Service Application Form (located at the end of this announcement)
AND
2) A current resume. Your resume must clearly indicate that you meet the qualifications listed above.
AND
3) An Oregon Application form PD100 that can be obtained from the following website:
<http://www.oregon.gov/DAS/STJOBS/stjobsapplication.shtml#Standard_Application__PD100_>http://www.oregon.gov/DAS/STJOBS/stjobsapplication.shtml#Standard_Application__PD100_
AND
4) Answers to the following questions. Please limit your answers to half a page each.
* Describe your experience managing a federal or state program supporting business enterprise or blind individuals.
* Describe your experience working with an advisory body, such as the Business Enterprise Consumer Committee or other such entities. What is your philosophy or approach if your agency’s decisions are challenged by an advisory body?
* Give two examples of instances you have resolved or been unable to resolve conflict in the workplace.
You may deliver, mail, email or FAX your completed application to:
E-mail your application to: <mailto:recruitment.ocb at state.or.us>recruitment.ocb at state.or.us
Indicate announcement number LEBL0903 in the subject line.
Or mail your application to:
Oregon Commission for the Blind
535 SE 12th Ave.
Portland, OR 97214
Or
FAX your application to 971-673-1570
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, you are encouraged to call 503-945-5698 (voice) or 503-945-6214 (TTY) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday.
Keep a copy of your application materials for your job interviews. The Oregon Commission for the Blind does not provide copies. Although faxing your application is an option, the Oregon Commission for the Blind is not responsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result of FAX transmission errors or loss in the mail or e-mail. Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt of applications. The salary on all announcements may change without notice.
Notice of your application results will be sent to you by mail. Although agencies are not required to delay their selection process, you may request a review of your application results. This review request must be received in writing within 10 days from the date of the notice. Although, additional application information cannot be submitted for active applications, you may submit a new application when you feel you have new/updated qualification information.
If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of a criminal background and driving records check. Any history of criminal activity will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires occasional lifting for short periods.
Frequent statewide travel is required. Some out-of-state travel may be required.
You must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of transportation.
PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US!
The Oregon Commission for the Blind offers an array of benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. For additional information, please refer to the following website for details: <http://oregon.gov/DAS/OP/Benefits.shtml>http://oregon.gov/DAS/OP/Benefits.shtml.
The Oregon Commission for the Blind is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity.
Oregon Commission for the Blind
MANAGEMENT SERVICE APPLICATION FORM
APPLICANT NAME:
MAILING ADDRESS:
EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (REQUIRED): OR
HOME PHONE:
WORK PHONE:
E-MAIL: ≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠≠
POSITION: PEMB/Business Enterprise Program Director
I understand that any oral or written statement that is false, fraudulent, or misleading in this material, or made in the course of any related employment process, whether made by me or by others at my request, will result in rejection of this material, denial of employment, or dismissal from state service if discovered after employment, and in many circumstances, prosecution for a crime.
I certify that all statements contained herein are true and complete whether made by me or others at my request.
I understand that I must prove that I am authorized to work in the United States if I am hired.
I authorize the employing agency to verify the employment and education information provided in this material.
I authorize my driving record to be checked if the position for which I am applying requires driving.
I understand and agree to a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal history background check.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE:
DATE:
RECRUITMENT TRACKING INFORMATION
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
Job Applied For:
Classification Number: ___________________ Announcement Number:
HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT THIS POSITION?
Newspaper (List Publication)
State Jobs Page State Agency website
Other website (List website)
Employee Referral Friend
Other:
VOLUNTARY INFORMATION
The information you provide below is voluntary.
Affirmative Action
The State of Oregon has an Affirmative Action Policy. If you choose to provide this information, it will help us evaluate the effectiveness of our affirmative action programs. This will also be used for research and statistical purposes.
Ethnic Background (check only one)
(A) Asian or Pacific Islander: Persons having origins in any of the peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, or the Pacific Islands. This area includes, for example, China, Japan, Korea, the Philippine Islands and Samoa.
(B) African American (not of Hispanic origin): Persons having origins in any of the black ethnic groups.
(H) Hispanic: Persons having origins in any of the Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American or other Spanish cultures, regardless of ethnicity.
(I) Native American or Alaskan Native: Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North America, and who maintain cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition.
(W) Caucasian (not of Hispanic origin): Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, North Africa or the Middle East.
Gender: MALE FEMALE
Disabled: YES NO
(Checking the “yes” box has no effect on an employer's obligation to provide reasonable accommodation under state and federal disability laws.)
ATTENTION: Attach this page to your application materials, even if you do not provide the voluntary information.
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From: JaeJin Pak [mailto:jaejin.pak at gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 22, 2009 11:00 AM
To: c_a_p_a_d_n
Subject: Pace Bus - Public Hearing Details - ADA Paratransit Fare -
September 2009
---------- Forwarded message ----------
Pace will be holding Public Hearing to discuss the proposed ADA Paratransit
Fare Increases, Discontinuation of the Chicago ADA Paratransit Monthly Pass,
Reduction of the ADA Paratransit Reservation Hours, and Discontinuation of
Free ADA Paratransit Transfers between the City of Chicago and Suburbs.
The link below has the locations, dates, and hours of the meetings for the
RTA service region. Please share this information.
http://www.pacebus.com/sub/news_events/public_hearings/ADA_public_hearing.as
p
City of Chicago (South)
Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Olive-Harvey College
Cafeteria
10001 S. Woodlawn Avenue
Chicago, IL 60628
City of Chicago (West)
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 12:00 pm - 2 pm
Bethesda Church
4538 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60639
City of Chicago (Southwest)
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Arturo Velasquez Institute
(Westside Technical Institute)
2800 S. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60608
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Jae Jin Pak
Prevention Specialist
Community Counseling
Centers of Chicago Quetzal Center
2525 W. Peterson * Chicago, IL 60669
w:(773) 765-0614 * f:(773) 765-0650
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