[il-talk] Fwd: ICBV Office Update March 3, 2015

[Denise Avant]

Denise R. Avant
President, National Federation Of The Blind Of Illinois
Live the life you want



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> Date: March 3, 2015 at 4:34:57 PM CST
> From: Illinois Committee of Blind Vendors <icbv at sbcglobal.net>
> Reply-To: Illinois Committee of Blind Vendors <icbv at sbcglobal.net>
> Subject: ICBV Office Update March 3, 2015
> To: Illinois Committee of Blind Vendors <icbv at sbcglobal.net>
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> ICBV Office Update
> March 3, 2015
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>Remember if you open the attachment to read this you will have links to jump to areas of interest to you.
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F> 
> *1) Call to Action – Beverage Tax
> *2) Connecticut Candy & Beverage Tax too
> *3) Rest Area Welcome Center Snacks
> *4) Tom Cullen Session Update
> *5) IAMC Legislative Report
> *6) IDHS Welcomes New Acting Secretary
> *7) Eyes on Success Podcasts
> Deaf-Blind Communication System
> Blind Parenting of Sighted Children
> Working With Computer Hardware
> *8) AppleVis Unlimited
> Blindfold Video Poker
> Blackjack Free
> Voice Dream Reader
> Status of Accessibility on iOS
> Things to do Before Selling Your Apple Products
> A Complete List of Podcasts
> *9) Flying Blind LLC
> The Best  Android Apps for the Blind and Visually Impaired
> Android Vocalizer Screen Reader
> *10) Transition to Unified English Braille
> *11) Hadley School for the Blind
> That’s Eggs-cellent
> Braille Exchange: The Changing Braille
> Comcast Emily’s Oz
> *12) NFB News and Happenings
> Message From the President
> 75 Days of Service Project
> NFB Newsline
> 2015 NFB Writers’ Division Writing Contest
> 2015 Scholarship Program
> iBRAL Contest – Kevin Dwyer Jr Winner
> Chicago Comets Beep Baseball
> *13) Chicago Lighthouse Scholarship
> *14) Health and Wellness Updates
> NAMA
> Chicago Tribune, New Products Less Processed
> *15) RSA and Broker News
> RSA Frito News Item
> Patterson, Inc.
> Hoffmann Vogler
> *16) Distributor News
> Coke
> Concession Services
> Vistar
> Chicago Vendors Supply
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**1 Call to Action – Beverage Tax Attacking again, call your senator and oppose this tax.  It affects everyone!
> To find out who your senator is call 217-782-2000
> Bill Status of SB1584  99th General Assembly
> Short Description:  HEAL ACT-BEVERAGES
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> Senate Sponsors Sen. Mattie Hunter
>  New Act   35 ILCS 1010/1-45   30 ILCS 105/5.866 new
> Synopsis As Introduced
> Creates the Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Act. Imposes a tax on distributors of bottled sugar-sweetened beverages, syrups, or powders at the rate of $0.01 per ounce of bottled sugar-sweetened beverages sold or offered for sale to a retailer for sale in the State to a consumer. Requires those distributors to obtain permits. Provides that 2% of the moneys shall be deposited into the Tax Compliance and Administration Fund for the administrative costs of the Department of Revenue, and 98% of the moneys shall be deposited into the Illinois Wellness Fund to be used for wellness programs and for expanded obesity prevention and treatment services for Medicaid beneficiaries. Creates an Advisory Council to govern the distribution of Illinois Wellness Fund moneys. Effective July 1, 2015.
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> 2/20/2015 Senate Referred to Assignments
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> From Vending Market Watch:
> Illinois Lawmakers Reintroduce Sugary Beverage Tax Bill
> Illinois State Senator Mattie Hunter and State Rep. Robyn Gabel reintroduced the Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Act to the Illinois General Assembly last week. The act would create a 1-cent-per ounce excise tax on distributors of bottles of energy drinks, soda and other sugary beverages. The HEAL act would tax beverages with more than 5 grams of sugar per 12 ounces, including ready-to-drink coffees and teas.
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> The bill is expected to generate more than $600 million a year for investment in communities across the state through a small tax on sugary drink distributors and is supported by the Illinois Alliance to Prevent Obesity. Hunter and Gabel first introduced the bill in February 2014.
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**2 From Vending Times by Emily Jed
> Issue Date: Vol. 55, No. 3, March 2015, Posted On: 2/25/2015        
> Connecticut Legislator Proposes Candy And Soda Tax
> HARTFORD, CT -- State Rep. Juan Candelaria has proposed a tax on candy and sugary soda in Connecticut. The Democrat from New Haven believes such a tax would help tackle childhood obesity. The bill proposes a tax of 1¢ per ounce on candies and soft drinks -- carbonated and noncarbonated -- that are high in sugar and calories. It has been referred to the Connecticut's Joint Committee on Children. Candelaria would like to see proceeds raised by his tax applied to preventing childhood obesity, funding state municipalities, and financing state college and university scholarships. The National Confectioners Association voiced its opposition to the bill, saying there is no evidence taxes work to curb obesity and that it's discriminatory to single out candy and soda with a sales tax. Tennessee, Arkansas, Virginia, and West Virginia tax high-sugar soft drinks, but Candelaria said he no other states have an "obesity tax" on candy.
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**3 Bill Status of HJR0029  99th General Assembly
> Short Description:  REST AREA/WELCOME CTR SNACKS
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> House Sponsors
> Rep. Donald L. Moffitt - Linda Chapa LaVia
> Synopsis As Introduced
> Urges the Illinois Department of Transportation to offer at least 3 healthy snacks containing less than 220 calories for every 10 snacks in vending machines in State rest stops and welcome centers, of which a minimum of 2 should be made in Illinois.
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> Update February 26, 2015
> HJR 0029 (HCA 0001)
> Replaces everything after the heading with similar language. Urges the Illinois Department of Transportation to offer at least 2 healthy snacks containing less than 220 calories for every 10 snacks in vending machines that contain non-perishable pre-packaged food in State rest stops and welcome centers, of which a minimum of one should be made in Illinois if feasible.
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> 2/26/2015 House Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia
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> 3/2/2015 House House Committee Amendment No. 1 Rules Refers to Transportation: Regulation, Roads & Bridges Committee
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> Hearings
> Transportation: Regulation, Roads & Bridges Committee Hearing Mar 3 2015 1:00PM Capitol Building Room 118 Springfield, IL - House Committee Amendment 1
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> Bill Reif shared this link to a video news clip on the subject:
> You should check out this story: http://www.wics.com/news/top-stories/stories/lawmaker-proposes-healthy-options-vending-machines-at-rest-stops-21266.shtml <http://www.wics.com/news/top-stories/stories/lawmaker-proposes-healthy-options-vending-machines-at-rest-stops-21266.shtml>
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> ICBV has a Health & Wellness Committee, headed by Mr. Ed Birmingham. The committee is in direct contact with Rep. Moffitt and are working together to create a resolution that will work for everyone.
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> John Weidner of Dr. Pepper wrote us, suggesting these items for the “Better Choice” products: Bai, Vita Coco, Fruit 2 O, Canada Dry Seltzer waters, 7up Ten, Dr Pepper Ten, Canada Dry Ten 7up, and most Snapple products would fit this description.
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> Alex from Lichtman, sent this:
> Please notify your managers with rest area accounts that the following items are healthy and some are made in IL:
> Skinny Pop - healthy low calorie, gluten free popcorn, Made in IL.
> GH Cretors - Chicago Mix, Caramel and Cheese Popcorn,  Made in IL
> Buzz Strong - Low calorie and a Whole Grain cookies, USDA approved
> Dole and Mrs. May - All Natural, 100% fruit , healthy snacks.
> Deep River - All Natural, Certified Gluten Free chips
> Darlington Oatmeal Bars - Low calorie, Whole Grain Snack, USDA approved
> LaCroix sparkling water -Natural,  no sodium ,  no caffeine, no calories .
> Mr. Nature trail mixes - All Natural and Healthy
> Sconza - Reduced sugar sour worms, USDA approved.
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> From Vending Market Watch:
> Illinois Lawmaker Pushes For Healthier Options In Rest Stop Vending Machines
> Illinois State Representative Don Moffitt (R-Gilson) is advocating for the addition of healthy snack items in vending machines at rest stops along state highways. KWQC-TV 6 reported that the lawmaker has introduced a bill calling on the Illinois Department of Transportation to add at least three healthy snacks for every ten items in the vending machines. If the bill becomes law, it would require that two of the three healthy snack items come from Illinois and all of the healthy items would need to contain fewer than 220 calories.
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> This idea is similarly in place in other states. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a plan in 2014 with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, the New York State Commission for the Blind and the New York State Department of Transportation to sell New York food products in vending machines at rest stops across the state.
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**4 From Tom Cullen, Session Update – February 18, 2015
> Continuing with his “Turnaround” agenda for Illinois, Governor Bruce Rauner presented his first budget address to a joint session of the Illinois General Assembly today.  While the Governor’s proposed spending plan for the FY16 budget does not include a general tax increase, the severity and depth of his proposed program reductions and eliminations may cause alarm to a level that legislators will seek new revenue sources.  After the speech, House Speaker Michael Madigan called for a mixture of reduced spending and increased revenues, believing that Illinois cannot cut its way out of its fiscal problems. 
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> After more than a year of discussion regarding the State’s dire fiscal situation, the Governor proposed more than $4 billion in program and service reductions and eliminations from this year’s FY15 appropriation level that can only be described as unprecedented in the State of Illinois.  If factoring in the projected spending growth year-over-year, it could be characterized as a $6 billion budget reduction in FY16.  This figure does not include the necessary funds to cover more than $6 billion in unpaid bills that continue to accrue.  General Funds spending, which does include a $505 million allocation for old bills, totals $32 billion in the Governor’s proposed FY16 budget.  Total proposed FY16 spending for all funds, including Other State Funds and Federal Funds, is $61.8 billion.  The Governor is also seeking additional budgetary powers to establish spending reserves and to manage programs through rate modifications and adjustments in an effort to address the structural deficit in the current, FY15 budget. 
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> In following with his shared sacrifice approach, the Governor is further requesting fund-to-fund transfer authority, including special funds to the general revenue fund, and the authority to modify “transfers out,” including the Local Government Distributive Fund, which will be of concern to local governments around the State.  Similar authority has been granted to Governor’s in recent years in times of fiscal duress. 
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> During the 2015 Gubernatorial election, Governor Pat Quinn and candidate Bruce Rauner, in part, shaped their campaigns around a key variable in the State’s fiscal future:  the income tax increase that was enacted in 2011 that began to phase down on January 1, 2015, six months into the FY15 budget year.  It is projected that general funds receipts will be down nearly $4 billion next fiscal year due to the expiration of a portion of the tax. 
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>  Highlights of the Governor’s proposed FY16 “Turnaround Budget” include: 
> $1.3 billion reduction in funding to the Department of Healthcare and Family Services from FY15 levels.  The Governor proposed a “reinstatement” of SMART Act reductions and program eliminations from 2012, including redeterminations; transferring pockets of Medicaid eligible individuals to the federal Exchange; reducing provider rates; cutting hospital funding $735 million; reducing nursing home funding by more than $200 million; reducing pharmacy dispensing fees, eliminating them for name-brand drugs; eliminating the hemophilia assistance program; and moving ACEs and CCEs to full-risk managed care capitation. 
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> Elimination of all DCFS services for youth ages 18-21 ($167 million savings).
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> Reducing funding to higher education by $387 million, or 31%, eliminating most Board of Higher Education grants.
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> Reducing transfers from the Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) by 50%, or $400 million.
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> Reducing funding for transportation authorities by more than $200 million.
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> Reducing general revenue funds for the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity by $42.8% and eliminating funding for the Office of Coal Development and Marketing.
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> Reducing legislative and judicial agencies and constitutional officer budgets by 10%.
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> Reducing GRF funding to IDOT by more than 90%, eliminating the PACE paratransit program and the Governor’s share of air travel.
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> Reducing operating assistance grants to the RTA, Downstate Public Transit, and Amtrak by 38%.
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> Eliminating $20 million in grants from the Illinois Department Labor to local agencies and community providers for community support programs and youth employment opportunities.
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> Increasing funding for Elementary and Secondary Education, early childhood education, and hiring for new correctional offices at state prisons.
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> The Governor’s budget relies heavily on the projected $2.2 billion in savings expected from a new pension plan.  Under the proposed plan, state employees and teachers hired before 2011 will be funneled into the State’s Tier 2 pension plan for future pension earnings (work performed prior to July 1, 2015 would receive the current Tier 1 benefit).  Police and fire fighters would be excluded from the plan.  The key change in newly-earned benefits will be moving to a lower COLA. The Governor also proposes reducing the state employee group health insurance appropriation by $400 million, increasing universities’ share of group health costs, and increasing employee “cost sharing” as part of the upcoming state employee contract negotiations.  Employees hired before 2011 will also have the option of a buy-out, or lump sum payment to invest now in a 401(k)-type plan, in return for a voluntary reduction in cost of living.  Senate President John Cullerton commented after the Governor’s speech that this $2 billion in proposed savings should not be included as part of the Governor’s FY16 budget as it is unreliable given recent court actions regarding other pension reforms. 
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> The Governor and his administrative team now begin the process of working with the Democrat-Controlled Legislature to craft the final FY16 budget.  Governor Rauner’s position to reign in state spending at all costs will have to balance with the Democratic majorities’ desire to seek additional revenue sources to alleviate deep spending cuts.  House and Senate Republicans will be included in budget negotiations for the first time in more than a decade.  The House and Senate appropriation committees will begin reviewing agency budgets in detail and taking testimony from stakeholders on the impact of the proposed funding cuts in the coming weeks. 
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> In other news, this week Avery Bourne of Pawnee, a 22-year old Washington University law school student, replaced Wayne Rosenthal as the republican state representative for the 95th District.  Rosenthal was appointed the Director of Natural Resources by Governor Rauner. 
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> Gubernatorial Appointments Confirmed by the Senate
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> As an update to previous reports of appointments by the Rauner Administration, several individuals were confirmed by the Illinois Senate this week.
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> Felica Norwood – Director of the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
> Nirav Shah – Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health
> Stephen Mathis – Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission Member
> Jessica Hegarty – Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> Rosemarie Long – Merit Commission of the Office of the Comptroller Member
> Joseph M. Cernugel – Public Administrator and Public Guardian of Will County
> Edward C. Pacilli – Secretary of State Merit Commission Member
> Judith A. Myers – Secretary of State Merit Commission Member
> James Montana – Illinois Medical Disciplinary Board Member
> Peter J. O’Brien, Sr. – Capital Development Board Member
> Denise Kane – Inspector General of the Department of Children and Family Services
> John Spring – Department of State Police Merit Board Member
> Jim Burns – Secretary of State Inspector General
> Joann Frattiana-Atsaves – Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> David Kane – Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> Lynette Thompson-Smith – Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> Robert Falcioni – Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> Milton Black – Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> Anthony Erbacci – Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> Jennifer A. Burke – Pollution Control Board Member
> Carrie K. Zalewski – Pollution Control Board Member
> Keith L. West – Public Administrator and Public Guardian of Lake County
> Maria Bocanegra – Arbitrator of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> Stephen Friedman – Arbitrator of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
> Steven Fruth – Arbitrator of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
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> Executive Orders
> Governor Rauner filed another Executive Order late last week creating the Local Government Consolidation and Unfunded Mandates Task Force to study issues of local government and school district consolidation and redundancy and to make recommendations that will ensure accountable and efficient government and education.   The order can be found here .
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> Appointed State Comptroller, Leslie Munger, announced she will not uphold the Governor’s Executive Order 15-13 and withhold union “fair-share” fees and place them in an escrow account, without a court order.
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> Unwanted Medication Disposal
> Health officials in western Illinois say a drop-off box for people to dispose of unwanted medications has been a success.   Adams County Health Department prevention coordinator Alaina Tippey reported to The Quincy Herald-Whig that the goal is to help get unused and outdated medicines out of homes and, hopefully, off the streets.  The collection box was started two years ago in Quincy and paid for by a state grant. It's emptied regularly by officials in the county and it the service is free to residents.  Health officials say there aren't specific numbers available on how many medications have been collected in the Quincy area.   However, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency says more than 300 tons of unwanted prescription drugs were collected during a nationwide operation last year.
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> http://www.sj-r.com/article/20150217/NEWS/150219575#sthash.ohUeTcrb.dpuf <http://www.sj-r.com/article/20150217/NEWS/150219575#sthash.ohUeTcrb.dpuf>
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> Representative Patti Bellock is also considering legislation to implement a statewide medication disposal program.
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> Electronic Cigarettes
> State Representative Kathy Willis introduced HB 2404 creating a statewide ban on indoor use of electronic devices that produce vapor, i.e., “electronic cigarettes.”
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> 2015 Session Key Dates:
> February 20, 2015 –Senate Bill Filing Deadline, Substantive Bills
> February 27, 2015 – House Bill Filing Deadline, Substantive Bills
> March 27, 2015 – Deadline to pass Substantive Bills out of House and Senate Committee
> April 24, 2015 – 3rd Reading Deadline, Bills in First Chamber (House and Senate)
> May 8, 2015 – Deadline to pass Substantive Senate Bills out of House Committee
> May 15, 2015 – Deadline to pass Substantive House Bills out of Senate Committee
> May 22, 2015 – 3rd Reading Deadline for bills in Opposite Chamber (House and Senate)
> May 31, 2015 - Adjournment
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**5 From IAMC - Legislative Report on the 99th General Assembly
>  2015 Spring Session  February 28, 2015  Prepared by BP Consultants
>  for IAMC
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> The attached Legislative Report includes Legislation from the 2015 Session of the 99th General Assembly. This report has been prepared by BP Consultants on behalf of IAMC.
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> We have included bills that we believe may be of interest to your organization.  Please review this report carefully to see if we have included all areas of interest.  If we have included legislation that is not relevant or legislation that you do not wish to track, please let me know and they will be removed.  If you would like for your organization’s positions on bills to be included in the report, please send that information to me at desiharris at msn.com and it will be incorporated.
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> The Substantive Bill Introduction Deadline has passed for both chambers.  As of Friday, the House has introduced 4,140 bills and the Senate has introduced 2,027 bills.  For the month of March both chambers will focus on committee hearings.  The House and Senate will both start session this week on Tuesday, March 3rd.   
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> After taking office, Governor Rauner issued Executive Order 15-08 to address the “state’s fiscal crisis”.  This past Friday his office issued “Guidelines for Review and Suspension of Non-Essential Grants” to all state agencies regarding implementation of the Executive Order, including provisions to freeze GRF grants.  The guidelines specify:
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> Each State Agency shall immediately establish an FY15 Reserve in the amount of its grant funds that are unencumbered for non-essential grant agreements plus the amount of the unobligated balance of non-essential grant appropriations from all General Funds and Other State Funds. These reserves and directions apply to all executed and pending grant agreements. “Unencumbered” is defined as the amount of the grant for which costs that have not been incurred by a grantee for an executed grant agreement.
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> As soon as practical, each State Agency shall provide written notification to inform each grantee affected by the FY15 Reserve that the granting State Agency is suspending the grant, effective immediately, due to insufficient funding. As part of the suspension, the State Agency shall require the grantee to immediately cease incurring additional obligations and costs and to immediately cease spending any further grant funds until further notice.
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> Each State Agency, as part of the written suspension notification, shall require the grantee to submit a financial expense report or summary detailing all expenditures the grantee incurred from the beginning date of the grant through the date of the State Agency suspension letter. Any balance of funds for costs not incurred by the grantee shall be considered unencumbered and reserved by the State Agency.
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> Upcoming Important Dates and Deadlines:
>  March 27, 2015 – Substantive Committee Deadline for House and Senate
> March 30 to April 10, 2015 – Spring Break for General Assembly
> April 24, 2015 – Third Reading Deadline for House and Senate
> May 8, 2015 – Substantive Committee Deadline for Senate Bills in the House
> May 15, 2015 – Substantive Committee Deadline for House Bills in the Senate
> May 22, 2015 – Third Reading Deadline for Senate Bills in the House and House Bills in the Senate
> May 31, 2015 – Scheduled Adjournment
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**6 From Lori Zenner
> IDHS Welcomes New Acting Secretary
> Gregory M. Bassi is the Acting Secretary and General Counsel for the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). In Acting Secretary Bassi’s most recent experience, he served as a litigation attorney at Barnes & Thornburg, LLP and an earlier role at Winston & Strawn, LLP in Chicago that included work with government relations. Acting Secretary Bassi also served in positions with the federal courts and the U.S. Department of Justice.  His volunteer experience includes service as an Officer of the Marillac St. Vincent Family Services Associate Board, a non-profit organization that provides services in Chicago for child care and early childhood education, after-school programs, services to isolated seniors, programs for pregnant and parenting teens, and provides outreach to at-risk families and individuals. He also served as Co-Chair of the Holy Angels School Tutoring Program that provides tutoring services to low-income elementary school students on the South Side of Chicago. Acting Secretary Bassi holds a Juris Doctor from Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Acting Secretary Bassi will serve until such time Governor Rauner appoints a permanent secretary.
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**7 This week on Eyes On Success:
> 1507 Interpretype Deaf-Blind Communication System (Feb. 11, 2015)
> The Interpretype Deaf-Blind Communication System enables deaf-blind Braille users to communicate in a variety of situations including telephone communications, texting, instant messaging, internet, VRS and face-to-face conversations. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey speak with its inventor, Ken Gan, about this portable yet powerful tool.
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> 1508 Blind Parenting of Sighted Children (Feb. 18, 2015)
> First time parents have many questions. But what if one of the parents is blind? That is the case with Ron and Denise Miller who are raising 2 year old Russell. They talk with hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey who raised two sighted children with one parent being blind. They discuss a variety of topics including feeding, playing, reading, and driving. 
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> 1509 Working With Computer Hardware (Feb. 25, 2015)
>  Modern screen readers make computer programs and software readily accessible to the blind. But what about working with hardware? Mobeen Iqbal has years of experience repairing both desktop and laptop computers and has even built several computers. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with him about how he achieves each required task in spite of being totally blind
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> The audio and show notes for this episode, as well as a transcript are all available at: www.EyesOnSuccess.net <http://www.eyesonsuccess.net/>
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**8 February 2015 edition of AppleVis Unlimited
> New and Noteworthy App Entries
> Blindfold Video Poker (Free; offers in-app purchases)
> Created by the authors of Blindfold Racer, Blindfold Blackjack and Blindfold Solitaire, this game is designed for rapid audio play and is fully accessible without need of VoiceOver.
> Current version: 1.1 (January 29, 2015)
> Listen to a podcast demonstrating Blindfold Video Poker <http://www.applevis.com/sites/default/files/podcasts/AppleVisPodcast662.mp3>
> Read the AppleVis iOS App Directory entry for Blindfold Video Poker <http://www.applevis.com/apps/ios/games/blindfold-video-poker>
> Download Blindfold Video Poker from the App Store <https://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/blindfold-video-poker/id955043508?mt=8&uo=8&at=11l4LS>
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> Blackjack Free! (Free; offers in-app purchases)
> Blackjack, also known as 21, the card game found in casinos all over the world can now be experienced on your iOS Device.
> And, what’s even better is that it’s from the same developers as Dice World <http://www.applevis.com/apps/ios/games/dice-world-6-free-dice-games>, who once again have pulled all the cards out to ensure that their newest game is 100% accessible with VoiceOver.
> Current version: 1.0 (February 17, 2015)
> Read the AppleVis iOS App Directory entry for Blackjack Free! <http://www.applevis.com/apps/ios/games/blackjack-free>
> Download Blackjack Free! from the App Store <https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/blackjack-free!/id958298288?mt=8&uo=8&at=11l4LS>
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> A complete list of all recent iOS App Directory entries is available here <http://www.applevis.com/app-directory/ios/latest>
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> Voice Dream Reader ($9.99; offers in-app purchases)
> Having recently been voted the best iOS app of 2014 in the AppleVis Golden Apple Awards <http://www.applevis.com/blog/advocacy-applevis-assistive-technology-ios-apps-mac-apps-news/announcing-applevis-golden-apples>, it is unlikely that this powerful and high-configurable reading tool will need an introduction.
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> In the latest update, there are minor improvements in most of the voices. The developer has also taken the opportunity provided by this update to offer many new voices:
> US English: Ashley from NeoSpeech, and Karen and Rod from Acapela
> UK English: Hugh from NeoSpeech
> Scottish English: Rhona from Acapela
> Australian English: Lisa from Acapela
> Latin America Spanish: Violeta and Francisco from NeoSpeech and Rodrigo from Acapela
> French: Manon and Robot from Acapela
> Canadian French: Chloe from NeoSpeech
> Polish: Monika from Acapela
> Korean: Minji from Acapela
> Current version: 3.5.0 (February 23, 2015)
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> Listen to a podcast demonstrating Voice Dream Reader <http://www.applevis.com/sites/default/files/podcasts/AppleVisPodcast645.mp3>
> Read the AppleVis iOS App Directory entry for Voice Dream Reader <http://www.applevis.com/apps/ios/education/voice-dream-reader>
> Download Voice Dream Reader from the App Store <https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/voice-dream-reader-text-to/id496177674?uo=8&at=11l4LS>
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> Recent News and Views
> We’re Making it Easier For You To Keep Up-To-Date With The Status Of Accessibility On iOS And OS X
> By the AppleVis Editorial Team | February 19, 2015
> We are pleased and excited to be opening the doors today on a completely new area on AppleVis, one that we hope will help to keep you up-to-date on the current status of accessibility on iOS and OS X.
> As AppleVis has grown and evolved over the past 5 years, we’re aware that it’s become increasingly more difficult to keep track of what accessibility-related problems have been reported and discussed on here.
> So, to make this easier, we are pleased to announce the launch of The AppleVis Accessibility Bug Database <http://www.applevis.com/bugs>.
> Read full article: "We’re Making it Easier For You To Keep Up-To-Date With The Status Of Accessibility On iOS And OS X" <http://www.applevis.com/blog/advocacy-apple-applevis-ios-mac-os-x-news/we-re-making-it-easier-you-keep-date-status>
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> Things to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
> In this podcast, Scott Davert talks about some of the steps you should take to ensure that all of your personal information and data is removed from your iOS device before you sell or give it away.
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> Listen to podcast "Things to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch" <http://www.applevis.com/sites/default/files/podcasts/AppleVisPodcast663.mp3>
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> A complete list of all podcasts posted to the AppleVis website is available here <http://www.applevis.com/podcasts/>
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>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**9 From Flying Blind, LLC
> The Android Authority, get their perspective on the Best Android apps for the Blind and Visually Impaired:
> http://www.androidauthority.com/best-android-apps-visually-impaired-blind-97471/ <http://www.androidauthority.com/best-android-apps-visually-impaired-blind-97471/>
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> An Android audio review of the Vocalizer screen reader:
> http://www.coolblindtech.com/?p=6072 <http://www.coolblindtech.com/?p=6072>
>  
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**10 Shared by Robert Acosta; Nfbnet
> Tek Talk features Jennifer Dunnam Chair of the Braille Authority of North America, the Transition to the Unified English Braille in the United States has been posted to the Tek Talk Archives Archives and can also be found on the front page of http://accessibleworld.org/ <http://accessibleworld.org/> under the "Recent Content" heading.
>  
> The link to the full description of the archive is below:
> http://accessibleworld.org/content/tek-talk-features-jennifer-dunnam-chair-braille-authority-north-america-transition-unified-0 <http://accessibleworld.org/content/tek-talk-features-jennifer-dunnam-chair-braille-authority-north-america-transition-unified-0> 
>  
> The link to download the file is below:
> http://accessibleworld.org/sites/default/files/tt-02-23-15-transition-ueb.mp3 <http://accessibleworld.org/sites/default/files/tt-02-23-15-transition-ueb.mp3> 
>  
> Tek Talk Archives description:
> This presentation will focus on the transition to Unified English Braille in the United States. Specific topics will include some background on the Braille Authority of North America; the general reasons for the transition to UEB; progress to date on implementation; some of the specific differences that will be most noticeable to braille readers; UEB and technology; where to get books and other documents in UEB; currently available instructional resources; and how to learn more. Questions from the audience most welcome.
>  
> Jennifer Dunnam has represented the National Federation of the Blind on the board of the Braille Authority of North America since 2004 and currently serves as the chair of BANA. A lifelong braille reader and certified braille transcriber, she coordinates the courses leading to the certification of braille transcribers and proofreaders offered by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress. She previously coordinated the production of braille and other alternative formats for the University of Minnesota, and taught braille to blind adults at Blindness:
> Learning in New Dimensions (BLIND) Incorporated. She is the author of The Slate Book: A Guide to the Braille Slate and Stylus.
>  
> Jennifer Dunnam
> chair at brailleauthority.org <mailto:chair at brailleauthority.org> 
> 612-767-5658
> www.brailleauthority.org
>  <http://www.brailleauthority.org/> 
> Follow Accessible World on Twitter:
> http://www.twitter.com/accessibleWrld <http://www.twitter.com/accessibleWrld>
>  
> The Accessible World, a division of Helping Hands For The Blind, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, seeks to educate the general public, the disabled community and the professionals who serve them by providing highly relevant information about new products, services, and training opportunities designed specifically to eliminate geographic and access barriers that adversely affect them.
> http://accessibleworld.org/ <http://accessibleworld.org/>
>  
> Robert Acosta, President
> Helping Hands for the Blind
> (818) 998-0044
> www.helpinghands4theblind.org <http://www.helpinghands4theblind.org/>
>  
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**11 From Hadley School for the Blind
> Seminars at Hadley Presents:  That's Eggs-cellent!
> Date:  Thursday, March 5, 2015
> Time: 10:00 AM CST, 16:00 GMT
> It’s all about the “incredible, edible egg” as we discuss this versatile food source: facts, history, kinds, safety, recipes and more!
> How do you know if an egg is hard boiled or not? How do you know if an egg is fresh? There are ways! Join Seminars at Hadley as our eggs-cellent presenters, instructors Patti Jacobson and Linn Sorge, joined by moderator/presenter Dawn Turco and YOU, discuss everything egg.
> This seminar is an audio presentation. Space in this seminar is limited. Please only register if you are available to attend so that others are not closed out. Register for That's Eggs-cellent on March 5. <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=16457095&msgid=769200&act=3JPY&c=225701&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fhadley.edu%2FSeminarDetails.asp%3Fsid%3D266>
>  
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>Seminars at Hadley Presents: Braille Exchange: The Changing Braille Code: How Did We Get to UEB and Why?
> Date:  Thursday, March 12, 2015
> Time: 10:00 AM CST, 16:00 GMT
> There is a lot of buzz surrounding the new Unified English Braille code (UEB). What is it? How did we get here? And why make a change to the existing EBAE code?
> Join Seminars at Hadley as Hadley instructors Danette Johnson, Vileen Shah and Jennifer Ottowitz discuss how braille has changed through the years and how UEB came about. Basic changes from the current EBAE braille code that occur in UEB will be discussed along with resources to help you learn more. While not intended to be a comprehensive in-service in UEB, this seminar is meant to answer basic questions and serve as a foundation for further learning.
> Dean of Educational Programs and Instruction Doug Anzlovar will moderate this 60-minute seminar. A question and answer session will be included as part of the seminar.
> After attending this seminar, participants will be able to:
> describe various tactile codes for reading and writing used by people who are blind or      visually impaired throughout history
> demonstrate understanding of the reasoning for the development of the Unified English Braille code (UEB)
> identify basic changes adopted in UEB from the current code (English Braille American Edition)
> Earn Continuing Education Hours
> This seminar has been approved by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) for earning Continuing Education (CE) Hour(s).
> As always, listening to the seminar remains free of charge. To register for the free live seminar, select the "Registration" link below. If you wish to go on and earn CE Hour(s), you must also register for 1 CE Hour(s) <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=16457095&msgid=769200&act=3JPY&c=225701&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fhadley.edu%2FSeminarCE_Register.asp%3Fsid%3D267> and complete a separate registration form and pay U.S. $25 fee. Once registered, you will receive instruction on how to login and take the online quiz to earn your CE Hour(s).
> This seminar is an audio presentation. Space in this seminar is limited. Please only register if you are available to attend so that others are not closed out. Register for Braille Exchange: The Changing Braille Code: How Did We Get to UEB  and Why? <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=16457095&msgid=769200&act=3JPY&c=225701&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fhadley.edu%2FSeminarDetails.asp%3Fsid%3D267>
>  
> Learn more and subscribe to Seminars at Hadley Podcasts. <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=16457095&msgid=769200&act=3JPY&c=225701&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fhadley.edu%2FPodcasts.asp> 
> Did you receive this email as a forward? Sign up to receive eConnect <http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=16457095&msgid=769200&act=3JPY&c=225701&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fhadley.edu%2FeNewsletter.asp>.
>  
> Shared by Colleen Wunderlich:
> As an organization committed to assisting people who have visual disabilities, Comcast is asking for your support in helping to raise awareness of a national campaign.
> 
> The story features a seven-year-old girl, Emily, who was born blind and highlights her description of what she sees when she watches her favorite movie, The Wizard of Oz. Some of Hollywood's top directors, set designers and make-up artists then went to work to bring her vision to life. "Emily's Oz" is intended to spark an even bigger conversation about how people with disabilities enjoy entertainment.
> 
> You can get a sneak preview of Emily's Oz here:
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU7NU_fsaSU&feature=youtu.be <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU7NU_fsaSU&feature=youtu.be>
>  
> Full documentary:
> Published on Feb 20, 2015
> Discover what Emily, a little girl who is blind, sees when she watches The Wizard of Oz.™ You’ll never see it the same way again yourself. To see more of Emily’s Oz, visit http://www.comcast.com/emilysoz?CMP=SOC:PD:BAU:ALL:COM:VID:INT54c7bc72e2699 <http://www.comcast.com/emilysoz?CMP=SOC:PD:BAU:ALL:COM:VID:INT54c7bc72e2699>
>  
> To view with video description click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaYmVomvtW4&feature=youtu.be <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaYmVomvtW4&feature=youtu.be>
>  
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**12 NFB News and Happenings
> Message from the President Mark Riccobono
> Last month I had the honor of visiting Fort Meade along with Marc Maurer, the Immediate Past President of the NFB, and Nicky Gacos, president of our National Association of Blind Merchants. During the visit we had the opportunity to experience the work of a blind vendor running the dining service there at the base. In addition, we spent some time with Colonel Brian Foley and discussed emerging opportunities for the blind to contribute to military operations. Our visit was inspiring and hopeful—inspiring due to the tremendous work our military personnel do to keep our country safe, and hopeful because of the connections we made that will benefit blinded veterans and others who might seek employment opportunities with the Department of Defense in the future.
> The National Federation of the Blind is working on opportunities for the blind in almost every area you can imagine. Sometimes it starts with a meeting with a partner that can help mobilize the right resources and other times it starts with that one blind person who is seeking to push the limits of what has been done. Many times the spark that triggers our action comes from our annual convention.
> I look forward to being inspired by the new sparks of innovation that will come from the National Federation of the Blind 75th Anniversary Convention in Orlando, Florida, and to the great programs we undertake during the convention—such as recognizing those who have served our country through the military. I encourage you to come make history with us at our convention from July 5-July 10 at the Rosen Centre Hotel. Preregistration is now open for the convention and the hotel is filling up fast.
> With all the snow and ice we have been dealing with lately, the thought of our national convention gives that extra lift of spirit needed. Please join me this summer as we celebrate our past, dream for the future, and begin implementing new plans so we can live the lives we want.
>  
> From Darian Smith via Nfbnet
> Fellow Federationists, Are you interested in making a positive difference in your community while working to challenge common misconceptions about the blind? To celebrate the 75th year of the National Federation of the Blind(NFB), the National Federation of the Blind  Community Service Division, the NFB Community Service Division of California and the NFB Community Service Division of the District of Columbia are proud to present the 75 Days of Service project, which will take place from April 12 to June 26. The purpose of this project is to encourage and support Federationists in bringing about positive change to their communities. Also, to show that blind people need  not  be recipients of charity from society , that we can give of ourselves to society and in so doing strengthen our belief in the philosophy of the Federation.
>  
> You can take part in this project individually or with your chapter or family, by engaging in a community service project, such as volunteering for a nonprofit organization, local church or school, or helping those in need in your neighborhood. Participants will be able to share ideas and receive support during bi-weekly conference calls every other Sunday, and will also have the opportunity to write about their experiences on the National Community Service Division’s blog. The first call will take place on Sunday, April 12, at 7 pm EST. The specific dates of each call will be announced next month.  If you are interested in being a part of this exciting project, you can sign up for the Community Service Division list serve by going to: http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/community-service_nfbnet.org <http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/community-service_nfbnet.org>
>  
> Facebook users can connect with the Community Service division at:
> https://www.facebook.com/groups/205759772877055 <https://www.facebook.com/groups/205759772877055>
>  
> Darian Smith
> President, National Federation  of the Blind Community Service Division
> dsmithnfb at gmail.com
> (415)215-9809
>  
> From Scott White – NFB Newsline
> Dear Subscribers,
> With winter blanketing much of the country in cold white stuff and the Great Lakes frozen over, it's a good time to stay safe and warm and check out some of our great new publications.
>  
> This time we have for you two new Louisiana Newspapers, the Acadiana Advocate and the New Orleans Advocate. Our two new newspapers in Louisiana are owned by the same organization as The Baton Rouge Advocate. The Advocate and its journalistic ancestors have been a vital force in Louisiana's capital city and surrounding areas for more than 170 years. These two newspapers can be found by Louisiana subscribers by pressing 3 off the Main Menu for Newspapers in Your State, and by subscribers elsewhere by pressing 5 off the Main Menu for Newspapers from A Different State and navigating to Louisiana.
>  
> Additionally, we have a new feature for you: The Magazines list has added a new section called "All Magazines Listed Alphabetically" to make it easier to find specific magazines when you're not sure of the category. As our magazine list has grown, we wanted to provide you a place in which you could peruse our entire list of magazines quickly and easily. To find the Magazines list, press 7 off the Main Menu. You will then be given the option to peruse All Magazines Listed Alphabetically by pressing 1, or look through the list by category by choosing among the categories offered.
>  
> If it's been a while since you've had a look at our magazines list, check them out by pressing 7 off the Main Menu. You'll see popular titles like Parade, Reader's Digest, ESPN the Magazine and Rolling Stone.
>  
> Like recipes? Interested in the latest in home tips and family information? Check out our family interest magazines such as Everyday with Rachel Ray, Family Circle, Family Fun, Ladies Home Journal and Better Homes and Gardens.
>  
> Want to be kept up to date on the latest technology? NFB-NEWSLINE has titles like Wired, MacWorld, and PCWorld.
>  
> Are you more of a science aficionado? We have Popular Science, Science News, Smithsonian, and Air and Space Smithsonian.
>  
> Want to know the latest in health and wellness? Have a look at Fitness, WebMD the Magazine, or Diabetes Forecast.
>  
> Do you like to keep up with politics? You can find the latest in Time Magazine, Mother Jones, or The New Republic.
>  
> For the latest trends in fashion, lifestyle and entertainment, you can read US Weekly, Self, Vogue, Teen Vogue, Glamour or Vanity Fair.
>  
> If you are a Randolph Sheppard vendor, you may want to have a look at Vending Times.
>  
> Are you an active senior with a busy lifestyle? We've got AARP Bulletin and AARP the Magazine, National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) and Conde Nast Traveler.
>  
> How about books and literature? NFB-NEWSLINE has The New Yorker, Poets and Writers, and New York Review of Books.
>  
> Want to keep up with the latest in finance and the economy? Our magazines include the Economist and Vending Times.
>  
> Are you curious about developments and events going on with blindness organizations? Take a look at the Braille Monitor, Braille Forum, and Future Reflections.
>  
> Interested in a magazine you do not see among our featured magazines? We are always working to expand our publication lists! Email us at NFBNewsline at nfb.org <mailto:NFBNewsline at nfb.org>  or call (410) 505-5896 and let us know what you'd like to see added.
>  
> We hope you are all continuing to enjoy the new Continuous Reading Mode. Some of you might have missed our previous announcement about this new feature. If you've ever wished to read your newspapers all the way through, or if you've ever found yourself wishing you could hear all the sections one after another, without having to go back to the section list and listen to all the sections in order to select the correct number of your choice, this new feature is just right for you. Now you can press 99 at the section level of your favorite publication as soon as you hear all the sections listed with their associated option numbers, and you will be placed into the new Continuous Reading Mode. Using the Continuous Reading Mode you can hear every article in every section. With the easy navigation of Continuous Reading Mode, you can read an entire newspaper beginning to end, or skip any section that you are not interested in by simply pressing the * key. You can also still move from article to article by a press of the 3 key as you have always done in the past.
>  
> Summary of Continuous Reading Mode Tools:
> 99 Turn on Continuous Reading Mode from the Section Level
> * Skip to next Section of the Publication while in Continuous Reading Mode
> Pound* Return to Section Level
>  
> Best Regards,
> Your NFB-NEWSLINE Team
>  
> 2015 NFB Writers’ Division Writing Contest:
> The annual youth and adult writing contests sponsored by the NFB Writers’ Division will open January 1 and close April 1. Since it is the Federation’s seventy-fifth birthday, the contest will, for the first time ever, have a required theme. All submissions will need to incorporate the theme of seventy-five. It does not have to be about the anniversary of NFB. It could just be the number seventy-five, or perhaps the diamond anniversary, or seventy-five steps to your destination, or even seventy-five balloons. In the pattern of past entries, seventy-five aliens would work. Seriously, let your imagination take over. Write the piece you want; just remember to include the theme of seventy-five to commemorate the seventy-five years of the work that has been happening within and because of the National Federation of the Blind.
>  
> In the adult contests, poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and stories for youth are open to all entrants eighteen and over. The youth writing contests, poetry and fiction, are to promote Braille literacy and excellence in writing. Each contest is divided into three groups by grade level—elementary, middle school, and high school.
>  
> Prizes in the adult contest may be as much as $100; winners in the youth contest may receive as much as $30. All contest winners will be announced during the Writers’ Division business meeting at the NFB National Convention, held in Orlando, Florida in July of 2015. In addition, the list of winners will appear on our website, <http://writers.nfb.org <http://writers.nfb.org/>>, and their submissions will be considered for publication in our division’s magazine, Slate and Style.
>  
> For additional contest details and submission guidelines, go to <http://writers.nfb.org <http://writers.nfb.org/>>.
>  
> Shared by Patti Gregory Chang
> National Federation of the Blind 2015 Scholarship Program
> www.nfb.org/scholarships <http://www.nfb.org/scholarships> Deadline: March 31, 2015
> Are you a legally blind college student living in the United States or Puerto Rico? This annual program offers 30 scholarships worth from $3,000 to $12,000 to eligible students, from high school seniors beginning their freshman year in the fall semester of 2015, up through grad students working on their PhD degrees. These merit scholarships are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership. In addition to the money, each winner will receive assistance to attend the July 2015 NFB annual convention in Orlando, Florida from July 5th through July 10th, providing an excellent opportunity for high-level networking with active blind persons in many different professions and occupations.  To apply, read the rules and the Submission Checklist, complete the official 2015 Scholarship Application Form (online or in print), supply all required documents, and request and complete one interview by an NFB affiliate president (unless the president requests a later date). Applications are accepted  through March 31, 2015. Go to www.nfb.org/scholarships for complete rules and requirements.
>  
> Please also consult your state president as many of our state affiliates also award scholarships.  A list of state affiliate president information can be found at:   https://nfb.org/state-presidents-list.
>  
> "Every day we raise the expectations of blind people in the National Federation of the Blind.  Live the Life You Want."
>  
> National Federation of the Blind of Illinois
> 2015 Illinois Braille Readers are Leaders (iBRAL) contest for kids lasted 7 weeks with 32 participants, who read 13,799 pages of Braille.  A huge congratulations goes out to one of our very own Kevin Dwyer’s son Kevin Dwyer who took second place in the grade 9-12 category.
>  
> Shared by Patti Gregory Chang
> I wanted to see if you might be able to provide me a bit of a resource, the Chicago Comets are looking for some vision impared, and blind individuals interested in athletics who might be willing to try their hand at Beep Baseball, and I thought you might be able to help me get the word out to the vision impaired community.
>  
> If you know anyone whom might be interested, could you please have them reach out to me, I would appreciate it.
>  
> Thank you,
> BIll Landram
> Chicago Comets PR Director / Right Fielder
> P: 779-435-0404
> www.chicagocomets.net <http://www.chicagocomets.net/>
>  
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**13 Chicago Lighthouse
> Shared by Patti Gregory Chang - Scholarships Help Deserving Students
> The Chicago Lighthouse Now Accepting 2015 Scholarship Applications  Deadline to Apply: March 27, 2015
> The Chicago Lighthouse is excited to help another round of hard-working students. We are now accepting applications for the 2015 Scholarship Program.  Celebrating its 11th anniversary, The Lighthouse has now provided more than $675,000 in scholarships to more than 400 deserving students.
>  
> Download the Scholarship Application :
> http://chicagolighthouse.org/programs-and-services/youth-transition-services/-chicago-lighthouse-scholarship-program <http://chicagolighthouse.org/programs-and-services/youth-transition-services/-chicago-lighthouse-scholarship-program>
>  
> Please know in order to receive a scholarship, you need to be able to attend the scholarship ceremony.  The ceremony will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2015.
>  
> *To qualify for a Chicago Lighthouse scholarship, the applicant must be visually impaired, legally blind, totally blind or multi-disabled.  The Chicago Lighthouse recognizes the World Health Organization (WHO) classifications of these terms (see application above).
>  
> For more information visit our webpage. www.chicagolighthouse.org <http://www.chicagolighthouse.org/>
> Our mailing address is: 1850 W Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60608
>  
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**14 Health and Wellness Updates:
> From Vending Market Watch & NAMA
> NAMA Shares Update, Guidance On FDA’s Vending Machine Calorie Disclosure Rules
> (CHICAGO) February 25, 2015 — Today NAMA shared an update with members regarding the FDA’s Vending Machine Calorie Disclosure Rules. The FDA plans to issue a compliance guide on this final ruling within the next month and NAMA recommends members delay making any changes to meet the rule, until the guide is released.
>  
> Here is the full update from NAMA’s Government Affairs Division:
>  
> “The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published their final rule on Calorie Labeling of Articles of Food in Vending Machines on December 1, 2014, with an implementation date of December 1, 2016. Since the issuance of the rule, NAMA has been working hand-in-hand with individual vending operators, food and beverage suppliers and others impacted by the rules. NAMA is also partnering with other national trade associations to address challenges within the rule, and has hosted the FDA at member locations to provide them with further education on the industry.
>  
>  The FDA plans to issue a small entity compliance guide on this final rule within the next month. The guidance document restates in plain language the requirements set forth in the calorie disclosure regulations.
>  
>  NAMA recommends vending operators and suppliers delay making any changes to meet the new rule until the FDA's small entity compliance guide has been issued. NAMA will continue to provide members with information as it's available.
>  
> If you have questions related to the new rule, as a first step, please contact NAMA's government affairs division at edell at vending.org <mailto:edell at vending.org> . The FDA has provided an email address -- CalorieLabelingVend at fda.hhs.gov -- for questions regarding the new rule. We ask that questions for the FDA be reviewed by NAMA before being emailed to FDA.”
>  
> Founded in 1936, NAMA is the association representing the $42 billion U.S. vending and refreshment service industry. With more than 1800 member companies – including many of the world’s most recognized brands – NAMA provides advocacy, education and research for its membership. Visit NAMA on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
>  
> Shared by Bill Reif, Chicago Tribune
> New products promise to be less processed. By Jessica Wohl, Tribune reporter. Food and drink companies are gearing up to tackle a variety of challenges this year, as economic pressure continues in markets around the world and some consumers push for less-processed products. U.S. manufacturers are responding in a variety of ways. At the recent Consumer Analyst Group of New York's annual gathering, officials discussed cost-cutting efforts that included plant closings and canceling business-class travel. Others acknowledged that they're pushing to make some of their goods a little less processed. Some of the companies also gave a sneak peek at some of the new products they are bringing out this year. What follows is a look at products, some with a healthy bent and others that are more indulgent. As Ken Powell, CEO of General Mills, said with a laugh: "I think people can eat organic cereal and then have a brownie."  
>  
> Less sugar in Yoplait yogurt General Mills is cutting the amount of sugar in its Yoplait Original line by more than 30 percent. "We'll start seeing that on store shelves as early as next month," said Jeffrey Harmening, General Mills' chief operating officer of U.S. retail. "We are not replacing (sugar) with other sweeteners, artificial or otherwise. The new yogurt will have more milk solids and other ingredients in place of the sugar. A new 6-ounce serving will have 18 grams of sugar, down from 26. It will have 150 calories, down from 170, and will have 6 grams of protein, up from 5 grams.
>  
> Kellogg aims to keep it simple In the middle of the year, Kellogg plans to launch Kellogg's Origins, a line of muesli and granola cereals that Chief Growth Officer Paul Norman described as "real food prepared simply," with "no preservatives, no artificial colors, no artificial flavors. He said the products would have whole grains and fiber, and carry "an ingredient list you can understand that's short, and that you know everything that's in there and you can pronounce it." High-end juices of Campbell Soup Campbell Soup CEO Denise Morrison called out the "mounting distrust of so-called big food" during her presentation at the conference and said the company, best known for its soup, would be more transparent about its ingredients and processes. As part of Campbell's response to the rising interest in fresh foods, it is bringing out 1915, a new line of "ultrapremium," cold-pressed organic drinks. The beverages, set to hit stores in spring, include flavors such as carrot, apple, lemon, ginger and coriander. The name 1915 is a nod to 100 years ago, when foods were made with a few simple ingredients, and marks the year that the Bolthouse family began commercial vegetable farming. Campbell acquired Bolthouse Farms in 2012.
>  
> Hershey streamlines ingredients This year, Hershey plans to have a simpler list of ingredients for its Hershey's milk chocolate bars and milk chocolate Kisses sold in the United States. "Consumers want to understand what's in their food," said Michele Buck, Hershey's president of North America. The company already made the ingredient changes in Canada. The updated chocolate bars will no longer contain lactose, or milk sugar; PGPR, an emulsifier used to keep ingredients from separating; or vanillin, an artificial ingredient that gives foods a vanilla flavor. The new milk chocolate Kisses will no longer contain lactose or vanillin. Natural flavor is being added to both products, the company said. Hershey also announced Brookside fruit and nut bars, made with fruit, roasted almonds and dark chocolate. The gluten-free bars have no high-fructose corn syrup or artificial colors or flavors, and will come in three flavors: cranberry with blackberry, cherry with pomegranate, and blueberry with acai. The Brookside bars will hit stores early in summer and should be available around the country by the end of July. The suggested retail price is $1.69 for a 1.4-ounce bar, or $4.99 for a package of four bars.
>  
> Make-your-own sodas After years of dominating the coffee maker market, Keurig Green Mountain is set to introduce a cold drink machine -- Keurig Kold -- this fall. The machine, one of the biggest threats yet to SodaStream, will make drinks consumers know, including Coca-Cola and Dr Pepper. Perhaps Coca-Cola being in the system is no surprise, given that Keurig Green Mountain CEO Brian Kelley joined Keurig after about five years at Coca-Cola. Keurig also is looking to quench consumers' thirsts with six of its own new brands: Red Barn Craft Soda, made with cane sugar; Flynn's Soda Shop drinks, which are "soda fountain classics with a little modern sass," the company says; Waterful, a lightly-flavored, no-calorie water; Flyte, a new drink in the sports drink category; Tierney's Iced Tea Co. teas; and Seraphine, a sparkling line with the "essence of Mediterranean fruits."
>  
> More online: For a full list of the new less-processed foods, visit http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/ct-new-foods-0225-biz-20150224-story.html#page=1 <http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/ct-new-foods-0225-biz-20150224-story.html#page=1>
>  
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**15 RSA and Broker News
> From RSA
> Be sure to purchase your Frito Lay first quarter News Item which is Frito Cheeto Puff LSS - 64 / 1.375 oz, have it delivered before March 31, 2015
>  
> Top 20 Purchase Power Deals
> Pop-Tarts Frosted Strawberry
> 3 Musketeers Bites KS
> Chips Ahoy Snack Size Cookie 60/2oz.
> Gatorade Fruit Punch 24/20oz
> OSCAR MAYER Lunchables TurkeyCheddar
> Welch's Mixed Fruit Snacks 48/2.25oz
> Gatorade Orange 24/20oz
> Pop-Tarts Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon
> Gatorade Lemon Lime 24/20oz
> PureLeaf Unsweetened Iced Tea
> Gatorade Cool Blue 24/20oz
> PureLeaf Sweetened Iced Tea
> MAXWELL HOUSE Original Fractional Pack 42/1.5 oz.
> Frito Cheeto Puff LSS
> Cheez It Crunch'd Cheddar Cheese
> Lipton Green Tea Citrus Single 24/20oz
> PLANTERS Salted Peanuts 144-2 oz.
> Pop-Tarts Frosted Cherry
> PureLeaf Extra Sweet Iced Tea
> Cheez It Crunch'd Hot & Spicy
>  
> From Patterson Company, Inc.
> New Item now available:
> 10457 Cheez-It Crunch'd - "Cheddar Cheese" 1oz 60ct
> 10459 Cheez-It Crunch'd - "Hot & Spicy" 1oz 60ct
> Aprox unit cost $0.44
> Through March 6th - $1.50 per Case Rebate on both 1oz flavors (Cheddar Cheese and Hot & Spicy)
>  
> From Hoffmann Vogler
> Set fire to March with White Castle Jalapeño Cheeseburgers. Along with their Early Starts Breakfast Sandwich, they are $.64 off a case all month.
>  
> Voortman is the #1 selling Vanilla Sugar Wafer and Sugar Free Vanilla Wafer in the USA with 25% market share!  They just came out with single serve packages to capitalize on their popularity in stores.  They also have the #2 selling coconut cookie, and their Cranberry Orange Oatmeal cookie contains flax seed and omega 3 for a healthier eating experience.  Right now they have an intro on the display rack with their 3 cookies. Ideal for your Micro-Markets! Great snacking while watching your favorite team rise through the brackets to the Final Four.
>  
>  <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>**16 Distributor News:
> A Message from Coke; Marlene Alanzo
> I am reaching out to you today to notify you that customer letters regarding the Coca-Cola Refreshments transition to Great Lakes Coca-Cola Distribution have been mailed out.  Early last year, the Coca-Cola Company announced plans to grant territories in the Chicago area to a new partner: Reyes Holdings, L.L.C.  Effective May 29th 2015, Great Lakes Coca-Cola Distribution will take over operations of facilities in Chicago, St. Charles, Park City, Alsip, Portage (Indiana), and Kankakee.  Most of these changes will be seamless and have no impact to you, including your key account call point, as I will be transitioning to Great Lakes Coca-Cola Distribution, and will still be your main point of contact. 
>  
> About Great Lakes Coca-Cola Distribution, L.L.C
> Great Lakes Coca-Cola Distribution will operate as a locally owned and operated unit of the Reyes Beverage Group (which owns Chicago Beverage Systems and Windy City Distribution locally). Reyes Holdings is a locally owned private company, operating in 18 countries worldwide. Business units include Reinhart Foodservice, Martin Brower, and Reyes Beverage Group. Great Lakes Coca-Cola Distribution will utilize its knowledge and understanding of the local market to be agile in decision making, connect with the communities it operates in, and be responsive to its customer’s needs.
>  
> Thank you for your business! We look forward to a smooth transition to Great Lakes Coca-Cola Distribution. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this transition, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly.
>  
> A Message From Concession Services; Karen Kieca & Pat LoMastro
> Frito's Distribution Center, where CSI purchases their chips stated that due to low demand, they have discontinued LSS Funyuns Chili Limon 36790.
> 
> Selling lots of LSS Frito? Just a reminder that CSI does give 3% off on half pallets and 6% off full pallets and LSS Frito items are mostly 36 cases or 48 cases on a pallet & 18 cases or 24 cases on a half pallet.  Pallet Program available by contacting Inside Sales or Karen, not online.  Any product in our CSI book may be purchased by half or full pallets.  
> 
> Need Apple Pies? Special Deal on older design package Buy 4 get 1 Free Item #30209 Dolly Madison Apple Pie,  4.5 ounces, 36 count, Expiration date May 19, 2015  Once they are gone, deal ends.  Please contact our Inside Sales or myself. 
> 
> Never ever CSI has NEVER had a Fuel Charge.
> 
> Did you know?  Beer Nuts, Skinny Pop Popcorn, and Skittles are all made in Illinois.
> 
> Everyone at CSI values and appreciates your business!
>  
> CSI HOT LIST <applewebdata://3931E435-ED7C-499D-BFAE-98640D079D5F>
> (Overstocks, Short Expiration Dates, or Items being Discontinued)
> *** LOWER PRICING *** March 1, 2015 To take advantage of the special pricing on the items shown below, you must CALL 312-987-9500, Ext. 119 (Outside Chicago 800-987-9501) Be sure to tell Pat or Debbie you’re ordering from this Hot List Subject to stock on hand when your order is received.  CSI rebate program does not apply to Hot List Items.
>  
> Item#
> Description
> Qty Available
> Expiration
> Discounted Case Price
> 44879
> LAND O LAKES: *CHEDDAR CHEESE STRINGS  1oz 168ct
> 1
> 3/23/2015
> 45.00
> 522225
> SARGENTO: MILD CHEDDAR STICKS  1.0oz  4/24
> 3
> 3/23/2015
> 35.00
> 790
> DELI EXPRESS: *DOUBLE CHAR-BROIL DELUXE  6.0oz 8ct
> 7
> FROZEN
> 14.00
> 0947
> PIERRE: *BEEF CHARBROIL W/CHEESE  9.65oz 8ct
> 5
> FROZEN
> 15.00
> 357110
> DOT: AMERICAN FANCY TACO SAUCE  9gr  500ct
> 6
> 3/11/2015
> 8.00
> 12211469
> ORGANIC SWEETLEAF TEA ORIGINAL 16.0oz  12ct
> 106
> 3/28/2015
> 10.50
> 08525
> CAMPBELL'S: ^V-8 JUICE CAN  11.5oz  24ct
> 50
> 3/22/2015
> 15.00
> 30219
> WELCH: 100% PURPLE GRAPE JUICE  16.0oz  12ct
> 50
> 3/08/2015
> 8.00
> 30198
> WELCH: MANGO PASSION FRUIT DRINK  16.0oz  12ct
> 140
> 3/14/2015
> 9.00
> 14840
> PARAMOUNT: KONA BLEND BEAN  5#  2ct
> 8
> 3/0320/5
> 22.00
> 20790
> PARAMOUNT: DECAF WHOLE BEAN   2#  12ct
> 4
> 3/6/2015
> 85.00
> 615SJ
> PROM: SOUR JACKS  3.5oz  48ct
> 5
> 3/24/2015
> 34.00
>    580883
> OCEAN SPRAY CHERRY CRAISINS  1.16oz  200ct
> 8
> 3/18/2015
> 63.00
> 580884
> OCEAN SPRAY STRAWBERRY CRAISINS  1.16oz  200ct
> 4
> 3/20/2015
> 63.00
> 000450
> DEEP RIVER: (17118) MESQUITE BBQ CHIPS LSS 2.0oz  24ct
> 46
> 3/25/2015
> 12.75
> 36790
> FRITO: LSS FUNYUNS CHILI LIMON  1.25oz  64ct
> 5
> 3/24/2015
> 25.00
> 45977
> GENERAL MILLS: BC CHOC CHIP OATMEAL BAR  1.24oz  144ct
> 16
> 3/26/2015
> 41.00
> 11590
> GENERAL MILLS: NATURE VALLEY CHEWY CHOCOLATE CHUNK 1.0oz  120ct
> 17
> 3/07/2015
> 28.00
> 42067
> GENERAL MILLS: NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY PEANUT BAR 1.2oz 8/16
> 2
> 3/23/2015
> 44.00
> 31937
> GENERAL MILLS: *DISC SIMPLY CHEX STRAWBERRY YOGURT  1.3oz  60ct
> 41
> 3/09/2015
> 15.00
> 597139
> KELLOGGS: *DISC EAGLE SNACK POPPED CRISPIES HONEY BBQ (10292) .78oz 60ct
> 23
> 3/12/2015
> 16.00
> 597142
> KELLOGGS: *DISC EAGLE SNACK POPPED CRISPIES SEA SALT (10294) .78oz 60ct
> 31
> 3/15/2015
> 16.00
> 597180
> KELLOGGS: *DISC EAGLE SNACK POPPED CRISPIES S.C. & ONION (10296) .78oz 60ct
>       26
> 3/6/2015
> 16.00
> 12796
> KELLOGG'S: SUNSHINE CHEEZ-ITS HOT & SPICY  1.5oz/60ct
> 20
> 3/11/2015
> 16.00
> 10480
> KELLOGGS: WHOLE GRAIN CHEEZE-IT CRACKERS  1.0oz  60ct
> 30
> 3/23/2015
> 15.00
> 103911
> LANCE: 40% R.F. MESQUITE BBQ KETTLE  1.375oz  42
> 10
> 3/14/2015
> 14.00
> 000143
> MONDELEZ: WHEAT THINS SUNDRIED TOMATO & BASIL  1.75oz  60ct
> 2
> 3/19/2015
> 26.00
> 260631
> SNAK KING: BAJA LIMON TORTILLA CHIPS 1.5oz 60ct
> 10
> 3/04/2015
> 6.00
> 260266
> SNAK KING: EL SABROSO CHURRITOS CHILE Y LIMON 2oz 60ct
> 23
> 3/13/2015
> 19.00
> 205188
> SNAK KING: KETTLE CORN - THE WHOLE EARTH  1.0oz 60ct
> 33
> 3/21/2015
> 19.50
> 22210
> SNYDERS: SOURDOUGH NIBBLERS  1.65oz  60ct
> 8
> 3/14/2015
> 14.00
> 085970
> SNYDERS: SOURDOUGH SPECIAL LSS  1.75oz  48ct
> 10
> 3/21/2015
> 14.50
> 081100
> SNYDERS: JALAPENO PRETZEL PIECES  2.25oz  60ct
> 7
> 3/21/2015
> 20.00
> MBS
> HANDGARDS: GLOVE WITH MICROBAN - OEG-MB10/100S
> 24
> N/A
> 37.00
> 21388252
> ATLANTIC MILLS: ^KERRI KLEAN WHITE WIPER  14.6X13.5    150CT
> 7
> N/A
> 35.00
> 21380104
> ATLANTIC MILLS: WHITE WIPER NON-WOVEN  14.6X13.5    500CT
> 26
> N/A
> 40.00
> 18208916
> R3 CHICAGO: ^COZY CUP HOLDER  For ER7 12CT
> 20
> N/A
> 3.00
> 12508084
> R3 CHICAGO: ^DART SQUAT FOAM CUP  4.0oz  1000ct
> 12
> N/A
> 12.00
> 21388252
> ATLANTIC MILLS: ^KERRI KLEAN WHITE WIPER  14.6X13.5    150CT
> 7
> N/A
> 35.00
> 13400023
> R3 CHICAGO: ^CARRY TRAY  250CT
> 26
> N/A
> 31.00
> 34780122
> GENPAK: ^BLACK FOAM BOWL  12.0oz  1000ct
> 20
> N/A
> 30.00
> 34780146
> GENPAK: BLACK LAMINATED FOAM PLATE  8.875  500ct
> 7
> N/A
> 28.00
> 34780148
> GENPAK: ^OVAL PLATTER  500CT
> 15
> N/A
> 30.00
> 34784030
> EXTRA LARGE HOAGIE CONTAINER  13-3/16 X 4-1/2 X 3-1/8  200CT
> 35
> N/A
> 40.00
> 34780176
> GENPAK: ^HINGED 1 COMPT CONT. *LARGE*  9-1/4 X 9-1/4 X 3  200CT
> 37
> N/A
> 20.00
> SMR8
> INT PAPER: MANUAL HOT CUP AVANTI  8oz  1000ct
> 11
> N/A
> 49.13
> DMR16P
> INT PAPER: PEPSI COLD DRINK CUP  16.0oz  1000ct
> 7
> N/A
> 50.31
>  
> A Message From Vistar:
> New Items
> PBR12087          Boulder Canyon Olive Oil Inventure 55 1.5 oz
> PBR30988          TGIF Sweet Potato Skins Inventure 55 1.35 oz
> GEN01999         Planters Sltd Caramel Nuts Tube Kraft 3/10 2.25oz
> GEN02001         Planters Sea Salt & Vinegar Nuts Tube Kraft 3/10 2.25oz
> RBD23570          Red Bull Editions Blueberry Red Bull 6/4 8.4 oz
> RBD35705          Red Bull Editions Cranberry Red Bull 6/4 8.4 oz
> RBD16362          Red Bull Editions Lemon Lime Red Bull 6/4 8.4 oz
> MMM48967 3 Musketeers Mint Bites KS        Mars 6/12  2.83 oz
> MMM49162 Dove Dark Chocolate Blueberry Mars 6/16  2.83 oz
> MMM49164 Dove Dark Chocolate Cranberry          Mars 6/16  2.83 oz
> MDR12353         Alterra Espresso          Mars Drinks 80 0.25 oz
> MDR12354         Alterra Espresso Decaf        Mars Drinks 80 .25 oz
> MDR12355         Segafredo Intenso Mars Drinks 80 .25 oz
> MDR12356         Segafredo Delicato Mars Drinks 80 .25 oz
> MDR12357         Segafredo Café Senza-Decaf Mars Drinks 80 .25 oz
> MDR12331         Peet's Colombia Luminosa Mars Drinks 80 .34 oz
> MDR12329         Peet's Café Domingo Mars Drinks 80 .35 oz
> MDR12330         Peet's French Roast Mars Drinks 80 .35 oz
> MDR25081         Flavia Cups Mars Drinks 20/50 4 oz
> MDR12422         3 Drawer Merchandiser Mars Drinks 1 ct
> MDR12379         Barista Brewer    Mars Drinks 1ct
> PIE98537  Big AZ Cheeseburger Charbroil Pierre 10 9.9 oz
> PIE57985  Big AZ Cheeseburger Jalapeno Kicking         Pierre 10 9.7 oz
> PIE93674  Big AZ Cheeseburger Bacon        Pierre 10 9.35 oz
> PBR30977          TGIF Snack Mix BBQ  Inventure 6         2.65oz
> PBR30978          TGIF Sweet & Spicy Snack Mix Inventure 6 2.65oz
> PBR30979          TGIF Bacon Cheddar Snack Mix Inventure 6 2.65 oz
> FRI26181 Doritos Dinamita Chili Limon Rolled Tortilla Chips Frito 481.75 oz
> FRI57254  Lays Potato Chips Limon Frito 64 1.5 oz
> FRI27176  Ruffles Ridged Potato Chips Queso Frito 64 1.5 oz
> FRI57233  Doritos Tortilla Chips Spicy Nacho Chs Frito 64 1.5 oz
> MCK89111         Little Debbie PB Crème Pie Mckee 9/6 3 oz
> MCK89120         Little Debbie Donut Choc Frst. Mini Mckee 6/12 3.1 oz
> MCK89121         Little Debbie Donut Pwd Mini        Mckee 6/12 2.81 oz
> MCK89166         Little Debbie Nutty Bar          Mckee 12/6 3 oz
> MCK89171         Little Debbie Swiss Rolls Choc Mckee 9/6 3.4 oz
> MCK09788         Fieldstone Cereal Granola Peg Mckee 144 1 oz
> MCK09793         Fieldstone Cereal Granola Slv Mckee 200 .6 oz
> MCK09796         Fieldstone Cereal Granola 2oz Mckee 100 2 oz
> MCK9731  Fieldstone Fig Bar Mckee 192 1.5 oz
> MCK9797 Fieldstone Apple Cinnamon Bar Mckee 12/16        1.21 oz
> FLO08517 Cinnamon Twirls 3pk Flowers 4/12 3 oz
> FLO85179 Cinnamon Twirls 3pk FOA Flowers 4/12        3 oz
> FLO00242 Cinnamon Twirls 6pk Flowers 24          6 oz
> FLO00229 Cinnamon Twirls 6pk FOA Flowers 24 6 oz
> FLO08528 Donut Cinnabon Mini Bag  Flowers 12 10 oz
> FLO85285 Donut Cinnabon Mini Bag FOA Flowers        12 10 oz
> MOZ004400003283 Cookie Oreo Golden KS Mondelez 6/10ct 4 oz
> MOZ02954         Cookie Chips Ahoy Chunky KS Mondelez 6/8ct 4.15 oz
> MOZ00522         Gum Sour Patch Kids Red Berry  Mondelez  12/12         14pc
>  
> Price Increases:
> Supplier Name
> Effective Date
> Details / Comments
> AMERICAN BOTTLING CO
> 4/1/2015
> IL & ELK PRICE INCREASE
> BROWN & HALEY
> 4/1/2015
> 7 - 21% INCREASE ALL ITEMS
> CAMPBELLS FOOD SERVICE
> 4/1/2015
> 4 - 5% INCREASE FOR CAM15316
> CONAGRA
> 4/1/2015
> 6 - 15% INCREASE ON DAVID SEEDS
> CONAGRA GOLDEN VALLEY
> 4/1/2015
> VEND PRICE LIST INCREASE 3-15%, & 3 -23% INCREASE ON ODOMS TENNESSEE ITEMS
> DEMET'S CANDY
> 4/1/2015
> 33% INCREASE FOR DCC504 & 15% DECREASE FOR DCC00552
> DOLE/MRS MAYS
> 4/1/2015
> 2% INCREASE FOR DOP0914. 11 TO 11% INCREASE FOR MRS. MAYS PRODUCT LINE
> HARIBO
> 4/1/2015
> 1 - 23% INCREASE ALL ITEMS
> MRS. FRESHLEYS/APPLE BAKING
> 4/1/2015
> 4 -5% INCREASE ALL APPLE BAKING ITEMS
> THANASI FOODS
> 4/1/2015
> 4 - 10% INCREASE ON SELECTED SKUS (SEE QUERY)
> US NUTRITION
> 4/1/2015
> 5% INCREASE ALL MET-RX AND PURE PROTEIN BRAND
> WINDSOR FROZEN FOODS
> 4/1/2015
> 1 - 9% INCREASE (SEE QUERY)
>  
> Message from CVS:
> Price and Promotion Changes
>  
> CHICAGO VENDOR SUPPLY
>  
>   Feb 18, 2015
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  FEB
>  MAR
>      987356    
>   WHT BEAR  OCS   PUMPKIN SPICE 2oz  20ct
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       2.00
>      35115     
>   COF-MATE  Liq  CAFE MOCHA  4/50ct      
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       1.50
>      42498       
>   COF-MATE  Liq  CINN VANL  4/50ct        
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       1.50
>      35170     
>   COF-MATE  Liq  FR VANL 4/50ct           
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       1.50
>      0035180  
>   COF-MATE  Liq  HZLNUT  4/50ct           
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       1.50
>      35112     
>   COF-MATE  Liq  IRISH CRM  4/50ct        
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       1.50
>      84652     
>   COF-MATE  Liq  ITALIAN CRM  4/50ct     
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       1.50
>      35110     
>   COF-MATE  Liq  ORIGINAL  4/50ct         
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       1.50
>      79129     
>   COF-MATE  Liq  VANL CARM  4/50ct        
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       1.50
>      04010     
>   DURE FD  Vend  COCOA 2#  12ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      04021     
>   DURE FD  Vend  FR VANL 2#  6ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      AT1902A   
>   MD  6"  PAPER PLATE  10/100ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      AT1900    
>   MD  9"  PAPER PLATE  12/100ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      19960     
>   FL   Munchies Crkr  CHZ/PB  12/8ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>    
>      56302     
>   FL   SALTED PEANUTS  1.62oz  96ct       
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44459     
>   FL  LSS  Baked  CHEE-TO  64ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44458     
>   FL  LSS  Baked  CHEE-TO  HOT  64ct      
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44395  
>   FL  LSS  Baked  LAY's  BBQ  64ct       
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44396     
>   FL  LSS  Baked  LAY's  PLAIN  64ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44398     
>   FL  LSS  Baked  LAY's  SC & ONION  64ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44389     
>   FL  LSS  Baked  QUAKER  CHDR Mix  64ct 
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44400     
>   FL  LSS  Baked  RUFFLE  CHDR & SC  64ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44366     
>   FL  LSS  CHEE-TO  CRUNCHY  64ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44368     
>   FL  LSS  CHEE-TO  FLAMIN HOT  64ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44367     
>   FL  LSS  CHEE-TO  JALP CHDR  64ct         
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      45301     
>   FL  LSS  CHEE-TO  PUFF  64ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44374     
>   FL  LSS  DORITO  COOL RANCH  64ct         
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      26181     
>   FL  LSS  DORITO  DINAMITA CHILI LIMON  64ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  
>      44375     
>   FL  LSS  DORITO  NACHO  64ct              
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      57233     
>   FL  LSS  DORITO  SPICY NACHO  64ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44354     
>   FL  LSS  FRITO  CHILI CHEESE  64ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44353     
>   FL  LSS  FRITO  Flav Twist  HONEY BBQ  64ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  
>      44355     
>   FL  LSS  FRITO  REGULAR  64ct             
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44399     
>   FL  LSS  FUNYUN  64ct                  
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      03679     
>   FL  LSS  FUNYUN  CHILE LIMON  64ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44358     
>   FL  LSS  LAY's  BBQ  64ct              
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      09598     
>   FL  LSS  LAY's  Ktl  APPWD SMKD BBQ  64ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      26480     
>   FL  LSS  LAY's  Ktl  CHDR & BLK PEPPER  64ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  
>      47255     
>   FL  LSS  LAY's  Ktl  SALT & PEPPER  64ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      57254     
>   FL  LSS  LAY's  LIMON  64ct            
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44359     
>   FL  LSS  LAY's  PLAIN  64ct            
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44361     
>   FL  LSS  LAY's  SC & ONION  64ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44387     
>   FL  LSS  MUNCHIES Mix  CHEDDAR  64ct    
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      28410     
>   FL  LSS  ROLD GLD  PRTZL THIN 3 CHZ  64ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44391     
>   FL  LSS  ROLD GLD  TINY TWIST  64ct    
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44365     
>   FL  LSS  RUFFLE  CHDR & SC  64ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44363     
>   FL  LSS  RUFFLE  PLAIN  64ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      27176     
>   FL  LSS  RUFFLE  QUESO  64ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44439     
>   FL  LSS  SMARTFOOD  64ct               
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44426     
>   FL  LSS  SUNCHIP  FRENCH ONION  64ct   
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44428     
>   FL  LSS  SUNCHIP  GARDEN SALSA  64ct   
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      44427     
>   FL  LSS  SUNCHIP  HARVEST CHDR  64ct   
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      21642     
>   FL Baked  CHEE-TO  104ct               
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      30993     
>   FL Baked  CHEE-TO HOT  104ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      36096     
>   FL Baked  DORITO R/F  COOL RANCH  72ct 
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      31748     
>   FL Baked  DORITO R/F  NACHO  72ct       
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      49093     
>   FL Baked  DORITO R/F  SPICY SWEET CHI  
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      32419     
>   FL CHEE-TO   CRUNCHY   104ct            
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      32422     
>   FL CHEE-TO   FLAMIN HOT  104ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11137     
>   FL DORITO  COOLER RANCH   104ct         
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11142     
>   FL DORITO  NACHO   104ct               
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      32397     
>   FL FRITO  CHILI CHEESE   104ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      32405     
>   FL FRITO  REGULAR   104ct              
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11105     
>   FL FUNYUNS   104ct                     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11044     
>   FL LAY's  BBQ  104ct                   
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11045     
>   FL LAY's  PLAIN   104ct                
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11054     
>   FL LAY's  SC & ONION   104ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11112     
>   FL MUNCHOS   88ct                      
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      15940     
>   FL ROLD GOLD  HEARTZELS  104ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      32430     
>   FL ROLD GOLD  TINY TWIST  88ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11061     
>   FL RUFFLE  PLAIN  104ct                
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      30821     
>   FL SUNCHIP  GARDEN SALSA  MIX  104ct   
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11152     
>   FL SUNCHIP  HARVEST CHDR   104ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      11151     
>   FL SUNCHIP  ORIGINAL   104ct            
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      29663     
>   K KLOG  Frty Snk  MIXED BERRY  48ct     
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       2.40
>      29666     
>   K KLOG  Frty Snk  STRAWBERRY  48ct     
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       2.40
>      12226     
>   K SNSHINE  CHEEZ-IT  R/F  60ct          
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       0.60
>      12660     
>   K SNSHINE  CHEEZ-IT  WHT CHDR  60ct    
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.60
>   
>      20121     
>   Mrs MAY's  Crunch  ALMOND 2oz  12ct    
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   1.20
>   
>      20122     
>   Mrs MAY's  Crunch  CRAN-BLUBRY 2oz  12ct
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   1.20
>   
>      82121     
>   Mrs MAY's  Trio Bar  BLUEBERRY  24ct   
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   1.20
>   
>      82122     
>   Mrs MAY's  Trio Bar  STRAWBERRY  24ct  
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   1.20
>   
>      105123    
>   SNYDER  LSS  Pretzl Pc  SALTED CARM  60ct
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       0.60
>      06506     
>   CF SAUER  RELISH  Pkt  200ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      74206     
>   DOLE  Bowl  7oz MANDARINS  12ct         
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.36
>   
>      71924     
>   DOLE  Bowl  7oz MIXED FRUIT  12ct       
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.36
>   
>      71971     
>   DOLE  Bowl  7oz MXD FRT in BLK CHRY GEL
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.36
>  
>      71966     
>   DOLE  Bowl  7oz PEACH SLICES  12ct      
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.36
>   
>      71941     
>   DOLE  Bowl  7oz RED GRAPEFRUIT  12ct   
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.60
>   
>      79088     
>   DOLE  Bowl  7oz TROP FRT SALAD  12ct   
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.36
>   
>      39088     
>   DOLE  Can  8oz FRUIT SALAD   24ct       
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.12
>   
>      72975     
>   DOLE  Can  8oz PEACH SLICES   24ct      
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.12
>   
>      30505     
>   DOLE  Can  8oz PINEAPPLE Wedges  24ct  
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.12
>   
>      12760     
>   HORMEL  Compleat  Bacon w/Potato & Egg
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>  
>      20197     
>   HORMEL  Compleat  Beef Pot Roast  6ct  
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      35031     
>   HORMEL  Compleat  Chkn Alfredo  6ct     
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      23013     
>   HORMEL  Compleat  Chkn w/Mashed Pot
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      37877     
>   HORMEL  Compleat  DM  Beef Stew  6ct   
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      45088       
>   HORMEL  Compleat  Roast Beef w/Pot  6ct
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      12754     
>   HORMEL  Compleat  Saus Gravy & Potato
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      12771     
>   HORMEL  Compleat  Saus w/Potato & Egg
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      18717     
>   HORMEL  Compleat  Turkey & Dressing   6ct
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      51548     
>   HORMEL  GRN Compleat  Bf Stk & Peppers
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>  
>      06257     
>   HORMEL  GRN Compleat  Chz & Spinach Rav
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>  
>      06259     
>   HORMEL  GRN Compleat  Pastaprima Chkn
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      45706     
>   HORMEL  Micro  CHILI w/BEANS   12ct    
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      37547     
>   HORMEL Can  CHILI w/BEANS    12ct         
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      46454     
>   HORMEL Can  CORN BEEF HASH  12ct       
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      44962     
>   HORMEL SPAM Singles  CLASSIC 3oz    24ct 
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.75
>   
>      4940      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  APRICOT  24ct         
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4440      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  BERRY  24ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4740      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  COCONUT  24ct         
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4640      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  CRAN/RASPBERRY  24ct 
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4540      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  GRAPEFRUIT  24ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4140      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  LEMON   24ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4240      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  LIME  24ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      5040      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  MANGO  24ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4040      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  NATL CARBONATED  24ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4340      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  ORANGE  24ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      4840      
>   LaCROIX 12oz Can  PEACH/PEAR  24ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      07057     
>   C DEL Value Wdg  BOLOGNA & CHZ 6oz  12ct
> LIST DECREASE
>  
>   
>      07050     
>   C DEL Value Wdg  HAM & CHZ 5oz  12ct   
> LIST DECREASE
>  
>   
>      07052     
>   C DEL Value Wdg  ITALIAN 5.25oz  12ct  
> LIST DECREASE
>  
>   
>      07051     
>   C DEL Value Wdg  TURKEY & CHZ 5oz  12ct
> LIST DECREASE
>  
>   
>      07053     
>   C DEL Wdg  CHKN SALAD 5oz  12ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48078990 
>   FRSHLY   BROWNIE  Fudge Bake  8/12ct   
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48051250 
>   FRSHLY   BUDDY BAR  3 Pk  12/8ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48033340 
>   FRSHLY   CARROT CAKE   6/8ct            
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48033450 
>   FRSHLY   DONUT STK  48ct               
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48040622 
>   FRSHLY   LITTLE LAYER CAKE  4/12ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48088832 
>   FRSHLY   SWISS ROLL  9/6ct             
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48058600 
>   FRSHLY   TEXAS CINN ROLL  32ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48086772 
>   FRSHLY  Cookie Bar  OATM RSN  18/6ct   
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48088712 
>   FRSHLY  Cookie Bar  School  CHC CHP 18/6ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48050922 
>   FRSHLY  Cupcake  BAN PUDDING  6/6ct    
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48039500 
>   FRSHLY  Cupcake  CHOC  6/6ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48039442 
>   FRSHLY  Cupcake  ORANGE  6/6ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48039590 
>   FRSHLY  Cupcake  VANL  6/6ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48077342 
>   FRSHLY  Dreamie  CHOCOLATE  6/8ct       
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48039470 
>   FRSHLY  Dreamie  GOLDEN  6/8ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48039540 
>   FRSHLY  Dreamie  RASP  6/8ct           
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48074170 
>   FRSHLY  Fruit Pie  APPLE  6/8ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48073970 
>   FRSHLY  Fruit Pie  BERRY  6/8ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48073950 
>   FRSHLY  Fruit Pie  CHERRY  6/8ct       
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48074010 
>   FRSHLY  Fruit Pie  LEMON  6/8ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48073990 
>   FRSHLY  Fruit Pie  PEACH  6/8ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48049160 
>   FRSHLY  Hny Bun  3oz  GLAZED  6/9ct    
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48087184 
>   FRSHLY  Hny Bun  4oz  ICED  6/9ct         
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48042062 
>   FRSHLY  Hny Bun  5oz  BOSTON CRM  8/6ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48047702 
>   FRSHLY  Hny Bun  5oz  JUMBO  8/6ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48069402 
>   FRSHLY  Hny Bun  6oz  GRAND  8/6ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48030622 
>   FRSHLY  Mini Donut  CHOC  6/12ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48030972 
>   FRSHLY  Mini Donut  CRUNCH  6/12ct      
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48030632 
>   FRSHLY  Mini Donut  POWDRD  6/12ct      
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48037702 
>   FRSHLY  Mini Donut  VARIETY  6/12ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      13373922 
>   FRSHLY Broad St  APPLE Turnover  6/8ct 
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      13373950 
>   FRSHLY Broad St  CHERRY Turnover  6/8ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      13355160 
>   FRSHLY Broad St  Cupcake  DBL CHOC  6/6ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      13336902 
>   FRSHLY Broad St  Danish  CINN SUPRM  32ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      13348152 
>   FRSHLY Broad St  Jumbo  HONEY BUN  36ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      13330972 
>   FRSHLY Broad St  Mini Donut  COCO CRNCH
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  
>      13330622 
>   FRSHLY Broad St  Mini Donut  FROSTED
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  
>      13330630 
>   FRSHLY Broad St  Mini Donut  POWDRD
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  
>      48085172 
>   FRSHLY Cinnabon  Cinn Twrl 3 Pk  6/8ct 
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  $       1.44
>      48079392 
>   FRSHLY Cinnabon  DANISH  6/6ct          
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  $       1.08
>      48079402 
>   FRSHLY Cinnabon  HONEY BUN  8/6ct       
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  $       1.44
>      48031132 
>   FRSHLY Cinnabon  Mini Donut  6/12ct     
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>  $       2.16
>      48058772 
>   FRSHLY Hershey  CHOC BELLS  48ct        
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48085162 
>   FRSHLY Hershey Mini Donut  DBL CHOC
> LIST INCREASE
>  $   4.32
>  
>      48074030 
>   FRSHLY Hershey Pie  CHOCOLATE  6/8ct   
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      48086392 
>   FRSHLY Hershey Sws Roll  REESE P/B  9/6ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  $   3.24
>   
>      01032     
>   WHT CASTLE  CHZBURGER 3.6oz   16ct     
> PROMO CHANGE
>  $   0.50
>   
>      01132     
>   WHT CASTLE  JALP CHZBURGER 3.6oz   16ct
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       0.64
>      05032       
>   WHT CASTLE  SAUS/EGG/CHZ 5.3oz  16ct   
> PROMO CHANGE
>  
>  $       0.64
>      00100     
>   CHEESEWICH  CHDR/SALAMI 2.5oz  24ct    
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      000200    
>   CHEESEWICH  COLBY JACK/SALAMI 2.5oz  24ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>      00300     
>   CHEESEWICH  PEPPERJACK/SALAMI 2.5oz  24ct
> LIST INCREASE
>  
>   
>  
>  
> Thank you, 
> Kathy Ungaro
> 
> Illinois Committee of Blind Vendors 
> 53 W. Jackson Blvd. Suite 502 
> Chicago, IL 60604 
> (630)234-4444 
> 
> 
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