This document outlines fair market rents by number of bedrooms for various metropolitan areas in California. It shows the hourly wages needed to afford rents in each area based on working 40 hours per week. Overall, rents are highest in coastal cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, requiring wages of $15-20 per hour or more to be affordable. Interior cities have lower rents but still require full-time wages of $10-15 per hour on average to afford a modest apartment.
This document provides an overview and analysis of unemployment costs and systems in the United States in 2011. It discusses rising national unemployment rates and long-term unemployment. Many state unemployment trust funds are insolvent, requiring over $40 billion in federal loans. The document analyzes proposals to manage unemployment costs, including changes to the Federal Unemployment Tax Act that could increase taxes for employers in states with outstanding loan balances.
- Low-income households in the US spend a disproportionate amount (20-25%) of their income on energy costs compared to median households that spend around 5% of income. This amounts to over $65 billion annually spent on energy by low-income families.
- Direct energy assistance through programs like LIHEAP only provides around $5.1 billion annually, which is insufficient to address the scale of the problem. Improving energy efficiency of housing could help address this issue more effectively.
- Investing in energy efficiency measures has broader societal benefits beyond just reducing energy costs for low-income households. It can delay infrastructure investments, lower emissions, and provide more economic stimulus through the multiplier effect of each
The document provides information about an upcoming CARES meeting, including logistics, speakers, and topics to be covered. Key points include:
- The meeting will focus on finance 101 and the Cottleville Fire District budget.
- Property taxes are the primary source of revenue, with other sources limited by state statute. The tax rate and assessed home values determine individual tax amounts.
- Expenses are primarily personnel costs, with operational costs totaling $514,000 per month.
- Population growth has increased calls and needs, while revenues have been constrained in recent years. Meetings aim to develop recommendations to meet service expectations.
This document summarizes Midwest investor meetings held by Xcel Energy in May and June 2005. It outlines Xcel's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn an authorized return on equity. Key points include Xcel operating as the 4th largest US electric and gas utility, growth opportunities through infrastructure investments, regulatory filings, and a total return objective of 7-9% per year through earnings growth and dividends.
The document summarizes Illinois' 2012 budget funding sources and spending. It states that the general revenue fund provides 50.3% of funding, other state funds provide 36%, and federal funds provide 13.7%. It also states that human services receives 45% of state spending, education receives 42%, public safety receives 5%, and other receives 8%. The document then shows trends of increasing spending on Medicaid and pensions squeezing spending on other programs like education and agriculture.
This document discusses the cost of living for families in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area and compares it to poverty guidelines and family-supporting wages. It finds that a high proportion of Iowa families, especially single parents, live on incomes below what is needed for basic needs. While education increases earnings and decreases poverty, many Iowans currently struggle to afford basic necessities even when working full time. Investing in postsecondary education generates tax revenues that offset program costs.
This document discusses the cost of living for families in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area and compares it to poverty guidelines and family-supporting wages. It finds that a high proportion of Iowa families, especially single parents, live on incomes below what is needed for basic needs. While education increases earnings and decreases poverty, many Iowans currently struggle to afford basic necessities even when working full time. Investing in postsecondary education generates tax revenues that offset program costs.
This document provides an overview and analysis of unemployment costs and systems in the United States in 2011. It discusses rising national unemployment rates and long-term unemployment. Many state unemployment trust funds are insolvent, requiring over $40 billion in federal loans. The document analyzes proposals to manage unemployment costs, including changes to the Federal Unemployment Tax Act that could increase taxes for employers in states with outstanding loan balances.
- Low-income households in the US spend a disproportionate amount (20-25%) of their income on energy costs compared to median households that spend around 5% of income. This amounts to over $65 billion annually spent on energy by low-income families.
- Direct energy assistance through programs like LIHEAP only provides around $5.1 billion annually, which is insufficient to address the scale of the problem. Improving energy efficiency of housing could help address this issue more effectively.
- Investing in energy efficiency measures has broader societal benefits beyond just reducing energy costs for low-income households. It can delay infrastructure investments, lower emissions, and provide more economic stimulus through the multiplier effect of each
The document provides information about an upcoming CARES meeting, including logistics, speakers, and topics to be covered. Key points include:
- The meeting will focus on finance 101 and the Cottleville Fire District budget.
- Property taxes are the primary source of revenue, with other sources limited by state statute. The tax rate and assessed home values determine individual tax amounts.
- Expenses are primarily personnel costs, with operational costs totaling $514,000 per month.
- Population growth has increased calls and needs, while revenues have been constrained in recent years. Meetings aim to develop recommendations to meet service expectations.
This document summarizes Midwest investor meetings held by Xcel Energy in May and June 2005. It outlines Xcel's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn an authorized return on equity. Key points include Xcel operating as the 4th largest US electric and gas utility, growth opportunities through infrastructure investments, regulatory filings, and a total return objective of 7-9% per year through earnings growth and dividends.
The document summarizes Illinois' 2012 budget funding sources and spending. It states that the general revenue fund provides 50.3% of funding, other state funds provide 36%, and federal funds provide 13.7%. It also states that human services receives 45% of state spending, education receives 42%, public safety receives 5%, and other receives 8%. The document then shows trends of increasing spending on Medicaid and pensions squeezing spending on other programs like education and agriculture.
This document discusses the cost of living for families in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area and compares it to poverty guidelines and family-supporting wages. It finds that a high proportion of Iowa families, especially single parents, live on incomes below what is needed for basic needs. While education increases earnings and decreases poverty, many Iowans currently struggle to afford basic necessities even when working full time. Investing in postsecondary education generates tax revenues that offset program costs.
This document discusses the cost of living for families in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area and compares it to poverty guidelines and family-supporting wages. It finds that a high proportion of Iowa families, especially single parents, live on incomes below what is needed for basic needs. While education increases earnings and decreases poverty, many Iowans currently struggle to afford basic necessities even when working full time. Investing in postsecondary education generates tax revenues that offset program costs.
The document summarizes the Illinois state budget and pension crisis. It provides details on revenue sources, spending priorities, and tax rates. It shows that the FY2013 all funds budget was $8.2 billion, with 51% from general revenue funds. The general revenue funds budget was $33.7 billion, with the top sources being personal income tax at 46% and sales tax at 19.7%. Pension spending accounted for 19.8% of the general revenue funds budget. It also compares Illinois tax rates to other Midwest states.
USPS Seeks Legislation
To Allow Layoffs, End Federal Benefits
APWU President Cliff Guffey has condemned Postal Service legislative proposals that would permit the USPS to layoff 120,000 employees and remove postal workers from the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and from federal retirement programs. “This is a clear attempt to abrogate our contract and destroy postal collective bargaining,” Guffey said. “Crushing postal workers and slashing service will not solve the Postal Service’s financial crisis
The section of Solutions for America discusses the President's budget, the rise of welfare and the collapse of marriage, among other things. It offers several solutions for fixing these broken institutions.
2012 CACEHR External Internal Data Community & Child IssuesDebra S. Fisher
This document provides demographic data for Erie, Huron and Richland Counties in Ohio. It includes statistics on population size and characteristics like age, race, income level, and numbers of residents receiving various social services. The population in all three counties has grown older between 2008 and 2011. Erie County has the highest percentage of minority residents at 13.6%, followed by Richland County at 13.3%. The number of residents receiving food stamps increased substantially between 2005 and 2010 across the three counties.
This document outlines Xcel Energy's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn their authorized rate of return. Key points include:
- Xcel Energy aims for a total annual return of 7-9% through a 5% dividend yield and 2-4% earnings growth.
- Nearly 100% of income comes from regulated utility operations in 8 states, diversifying regulatory risk.
- Capital expenditure forecasts through 2009 will increase rate base and allow earning higher returns on equity.
- Regulatory initiatives are planned in various states from 2005-2007 to obtain rate increases.
This document summarizes the development and testing of Wisconsin's Worksite Wellness Resource Kit. It describes Jon Morgan's role in developing the kit. It details two pilot programs that tested the kit in 33 worksites involving over 13,000 employees. The pilots found that the kit was useful and that the coalition-worksite partnership model was effective. The pilots resulted in over 60 policy and environmental changes across the partner worksites. Lessons learned supported continuing to use evidence-based interventions and the coalition-worksite partnership approach.
This document discusses U.S. tax policy and charitable giving. It provides statistics on total charitable giving amounts and compares U.S. giving to other countries. It examines who benefits from tax incentives for charitable donations and questions whether the incentives primarily benefit wealthier donors and organizations like universities over those serving low-income communities. The document reviews estimates on how sensitive giving is to tax changes and who ultimately decides how donated funds are allocated. It concludes that while tax incentives encourage civil participation, more progressive tax policies may be needed to adequately address social welfare issues.
This document is a financial supplement from Aetna for the second quarter of 2007. It includes:
- Highlights such as operating earnings of $439.8 million for the quarter.
- Health care and group insurance statistics including premiums and medical benefit ratios.
- Health care membership breakdown by product and region.
- Statements of income from continuing operations by business segment for the quarters ending June 30, 2007 and 2006.
- Balance sheets, cash flows, reconciliations, footnotes and supplemental information on health care costs payable.
3.6 Ending Homelessness for Veterans and Their Families
Speaker: Stacy Vasquez
In order to reach the federal goal of ending veterans homelessness by 2015, new grants such as Supportive Services for Veterans Families (SSVF) have recently been released. This workshop will look at how these and other programs will be implemented to prevent homelessness and help homeless veterans and their families reconnect to housing in their communities.
(1) The document discusses different scenarios states may face in their health insurance markets following the Supreme Court decision on the Affordable Care Act.
(2) It outlines options for states like expanding Medicaid only to 100% FPL instead of 138% or buying low-income residents into the insurance exchange.
(3) The document provides data on who would be affected by different state choices, including demographic characteristics and estimates of churn between Medicaid and subsidized exchange plans.
The document summarizes key information from an economic survey of India:
- India's per capita income in 2010-11 was estimated at Rs. 54527, representing a rise from 2009-10.
- However, the real increase was only about 6% after accounting for inflation using 2004-05 prices.
- The survey provides context on India's poverty levels, with over 75% of the population living on less than $2 per day.
- While primary education attendance has increased, secondary education levels remain low, with only 1 in 5 receiving vocational training.
Sri Lanka is experiencing strong economic growth following the end of its civil war, but sustained growth will require increased foreign investment and private sector participation. The document provides an overview of Sri Lanka's political, economic, social and market conditions, including statistics on GDP growth, employment, poverty, education, infrastructure development, and government finances. Key points are that GDP growth was 8% in 2010, but foreign investment and private sector investment remain relatively low despite post-war reconstruction and development efforts.
Kansas is facing budget challenges as the state population growth has slowed, private sector jobs were lost while public sector grew, total state debt is over $15 billion, and spending is exceeding revenues. The largest portions of the state budget are spent on K-12 education at 52.4% and human services at 23.6%. Key factors increasing spending are rising human services caseloads, pension payments, special education costs, and corrections costs. The legislature will need to address the budget gap through the veto session in April or a potential special session.
This document discusses career exploration and planning over a lifetime. It notes that the average person will work 40 years from age 22 to 62, totaling around 80,000 work hours. This is much more time than the average 17 years, or 18,360 hours, spent in school. It also notes that continuous learning will be required to keep skills up to date with changing technology. The document provides data on educational attainment over time showing more people obtaining college degrees. It includes charts displaying living wages, poverty wages, minimum wages and typical hourly wages in the local area. Finally, it discusses exploring careers by understanding one's skills, interests, values and through researching options.
The gender wage gap persists in Ontario, with women earning on average 29% less than men for similar work. While the gap has narrowed from 36% in the past 20 years, inequities remain across industries and job types. The document discusses the history of pay equity laws in Ontario and calls for stronger enforcement of existing legislation and increased funding to address ongoing disparities in wages between men and women.
The document outlines various aspects of the American presidency, including the roles and responsibilities of the president in both domestic and foreign policy spheres such as chief legislator, commander-in-chief, and chief diplomat. It also discusses the executive branch structure that supports the president including the vice president, cabinet, and executive office. Finally, it examines the sources and evolution of presidential power as established in the constitution and through statute, executive orders, and public influence.
North Carolina Association of County Commissionersemergingissues
The cost of healthcare is weighing down household and county budgets across the state. On Friday, August 19, the Institute for Emerging Issues (IEI) moderated a session, Better Health for a Better Bottom Line, to over 40 county leaders at the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners annual conference in Concord, NC.
Legal Champions Making Change in a Complex, Dynamic, and Increasingly Unequal...Wellesley Institute
This document summarizes a presentation by Michael Shapcott from the Wellesley Institute on legal advocacy for housing and social issues. The presentation notes that we live in a complex, dynamic and increasingly unequal world. It discusses rising inequality in Canada, with the rich getting richer while middle and lower income groups fall behind. The presentation recommends advocacy approaches like identifying root causes, following the money, leveraging rights based approaches, and creating smart solutions. It encourages advocates to identify "homelessness makers" and take action on affordable housing wait lists. The presentation argues housing is critical for health and advocates should use all tools and a rights based approach to tackle complex social issues.
This document provides an overview of developing a fundraising plan for a nonprofit organization. It discusses key tenets of fundraising like building relationships with donors and focusing on the organization's mission. It also covers developing a constituency, identifying donor demographics, cultivating major gifts, and creating an annual fundraising plan with goals and strategies for different programs. The document emphasizes the importance of asking donors for support and evaluating different fundraising methods based on costs, benefits, and goals.
This document provides an overview of Midwest Investor Meetings held by Xcel Energy on May 31-June 1, 2005. It summarizes Xcel's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn an allowed return on equity of 7-9% annually. Nearly 100% of income comes from regulated operations across eight Midwestern states. Key drivers of value creation include increasing investment, service territory growth, and regulatory initiatives.
This document summarizes Midwest investor meetings held by Xcel Energy in May and June 2005. It outlines Xcel's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn an authorized return on equity. Key points include Xcel operating primarily regulated utilities, forecasting earnings growth of 2-4% annually through 2009 to achieve a total return objective of 7-9%, and ongoing capital expenditures and regulatory proceedings across its service territories to increase rates and earnings.
The document summarizes the Illinois state budget and pension crisis. It provides details on revenue sources, spending priorities, and tax rates. It shows that the FY2013 all funds budget was $8.2 billion, with 51% from general revenue funds. The general revenue funds budget was $33.7 billion, with the top sources being personal income tax at 46% and sales tax at 19.7%. Pension spending accounted for 19.8% of the general revenue funds budget. It also compares Illinois tax rates to other Midwest states.
USPS Seeks Legislation
To Allow Layoffs, End Federal Benefits
APWU President Cliff Guffey has condemned Postal Service legislative proposals that would permit the USPS to layoff 120,000 employees and remove postal workers from the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and from federal retirement programs. “This is a clear attempt to abrogate our contract and destroy postal collective bargaining,” Guffey said. “Crushing postal workers and slashing service will not solve the Postal Service’s financial crisis
The section of Solutions for America discusses the President's budget, the rise of welfare and the collapse of marriage, among other things. It offers several solutions for fixing these broken institutions.
2012 CACEHR External Internal Data Community & Child IssuesDebra S. Fisher
This document provides demographic data for Erie, Huron and Richland Counties in Ohio. It includes statistics on population size and characteristics like age, race, income level, and numbers of residents receiving various social services. The population in all three counties has grown older between 2008 and 2011. Erie County has the highest percentage of minority residents at 13.6%, followed by Richland County at 13.3%. The number of residents receiving food stamps increased substantially between 2005 and 2010 across the three counties.
This document outlines Xcel Energy's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn their authorized rate of return. Key points include:
- Xcel Energy aims for a total annual return of 7-9% through a 5% dividend yield and 2-4% earnings growth.
- Nearly 100% of income comes from regulated utility operations in 8 states, diversifying regulatory risk.
- Capital expenditure forecasts through 2009 will increase rate base and allow earning higher returns on equity.
- Regulatory initiatives are planned in various states from 2005-2007 to obtain rate increases.
This document summarizes the development and testing of Wisconsin's Worksite Wellness Resource Kit. It describes Jon Morgan's role in developing the kit. It details two pilot programs that tested the kit in 33 worksites involving over 13,000 employees. The pilots found that the kit was useful and that the coalition-worksite partnership model was effective. The pilots resulted in over 60 policy and environmental changes across the partner worksites. Lessons learned supported continuing to use evidence-based interventions and the coalition-worksite partnership approach.
This document discusses U.S. tax policy and charitable giving. It provides statistics on total charitable giving amounts and compares U.S. giving to other countries. It examines who benefits from tax incentives for charitable donations and questions whether the incentives primarily benefit wealthier donors and organizations like universities over those serving low-income communities. The document reviews estimates on how sensitive giving is to tax changes and who ultimately decides how donated funds are allocated. It concludes that while tax incentives encourage civil participation, more progressive tax policies may be needed to adequately address social welfare issues.
This document is a financial supplement from Aetna for the second quarter of 2007. It includes:
- Highlights such as operating earnings of $439.8 million for the quarter.
- Health care and group insurance statistics including premiums and medical benefit ratios.
- Health care membership breakdown by product and region.
- Statements of income from continuing operations by business segment for the quarters ending June 30, 2007 and 2006.
- Balance sheets, cash flows, reconciliations, footnotes and supplemental information on health care costs payable.
3.6 Ending Homelessness for Veterans and Their Families
Speaker: Stacy Vasquez
In order to reach the federal goal of ending veterans homelessness by 2015, new grants such as Supportive Services for Veterans Families (SSVF) have recently been released. This workshop will look at how these and other programs will be implemented to prevent homelessness and help homeless veterans and their families reconnect to housing in their communities.
(1) The document discusses different scenarios states may face in their health insurance markets following the Supreme Court decision on the Affordable Care Act.
(2) It outlines options for states like expanding Medicaid only to 100% FPL instead of 138% or buying low-income residents into the insurance exchange.
(3) The document provides data on who would be affected by different state choices, including demographic characteristics and estimates of churn between Medicaid and subsidized exchange plans.
The document summarizes key information from an economic survey of India:
- India's per capita income in 2010-11 was estimated at Rs. 54527, representing a rise from 2009-10.
- However, the real increase was only about 6% after accounting for inflation using 2004-05 prices.
- The survey provides context on India's poverty levels, with over 75% of the population living on less than $2 per day.
- While primary education attendance has increased, secondary education levels remain low, with only 1 in 5 receiving vocational training.
Sri Lanka is experiencing strong economic growth following the end of its civil war, but sustained growth will require increased foreign investment and private sector participation. The document provides an overview of Sri Lanka's political, economic, social and market conditions, including statistics on GDP growth, employment, poverty, education, infrastructure development, and government finances. Key points are that GDP growth was 8% in 2010, but foreign investment and private sector investment remain relatively low despite post-war reconstruction and development efforts.
Kansas is facing budget challenges as the state population growth has slowed, private sector jobs were lost while public sector grew, total state debt is over $15 billion, and spending is exceeding revenues. The largest portions of the state budget are spent on K-12 education at 52.4% and human services at 23.6%. Key factors increasing spending are rising human services caseloads, pension payments, special education costs, and corrections costs. The legislature will need to address the budget gap through the veto session in April or a potential special session.
This document discusses career exploration and planning over a lifetime. It notes that the average person will work 40 years from age 22 to 62, totaling around 80,000 work hours. This is much more time than the average 17 years, or 18,360 hours, spent in school. It also notes that continuous learning will be required to keep skills up to date with changing technology. The document provides data on educational attainment over time showing more people obtaining college degrees. It includes charts displaying living wages, poverty wages, minimum wages and typical hourly wages in the local area. Finally, it discusses exploring careers by understanding one's skills, interests, values and through researching options.
The gender wage gap persists in Ontario, with women earning on average 29% less than men for similar work. While the gap has narrowed from 36% in the past 20 years, inequities remain across industries and job types. The document discusses the history of pay equity laws in Ontario and calls for stronger enforcement of existing legislation and increased funding to address ongoing disparities in wages between men and women.
The document outlines various aspects of the American presidency, including the roles and responsibilities of the president in both domestic and foreign policy spheres such as chief legislator, commander-in-chief, and chief diplomat. It also discusses the executive branch structure that supports the president including the vice president, cabinet, and executive office. Finally, it examines the sources and evolution of presidential power as established in the constitution and through statute, executive orders, and public influence.
North Carolina Association of County Commissionersemergingissues
The cost of healthcare is weighing down household and county budgets across the state. On Friday, August 19, the Institute for Emerging Issues (IEI) moderated a session, Better Health for a Better Bottom Line, to over 40 county leaders at the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners annual conference in Concord, NC.
Legal Champions Making Change in a Complex, Dynamic, and Increasingly Unequal...Wellesley Institute
This document summarizes a presentation by Michael Shapcott from the Wellesley Institute on legal advocacy for housing and social issues. The presentation notes that we live in a complex, dynamic and increasingly unequal world. It discusses rising inequality in Canada, with the rich getting richer while middle and lower income groups fall behind. The presentation recommends advocacy approaches like identifying root causes, following the money, leveraging rights based approaches, and creating smart solutions. It encourages advocates to identify "homelessness makers" and take action on affordable housing wait lists. The presentation argues housing is critical for health and advocates should use all tools and a rights based approach to tackle complex social issues.
This document provides an overview of developing a fundraising plan for a nonprofit organization. It discusses key tenets of fundraising like building relationships with donors and focusing on the organization's mission. It also covers developing a constituency, identifying donor demographics, cultivating major gifts, and creating an annual fundraising plan with goals and strategies for different programs. The document emphasizes the importance of asking donors for support and evaluating different fundraising methods based on costs, benefits, and goals.
This document provides an overview of Midwest Investor Meetings held by Xcel Energy on May 31-June 1, 2005. It summarizes Xcel's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn an allowed return on equity of 7-9% annually. Nearly 100% of income comes from regulated operations across eight Midwestern states. Key drivers of value creation include increasing investment, service territory growth, and regulatory initiatives.
This document summarizes Midwest investor meetings held by Xcel Energy in May and June 2005. It outlines Xcel's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn an authorized return on equity. Key points include Xcel operating primarily regulated utilities, forecasting earnings growth of 2-4% annually through 2009 to achieve a total return objective of 7-9%, and ongoing capital expenditures and regulatory proceedings across its service territories to increase rates and earnings.
The National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) provides a legal guarantee of at least 100 days of employment per financial year to adult members of rural households willing to do public work related manual labor at minimum wage. It aims to alleviate poverty and foster rural development. Key features include time-bound employment, wage payments within 15 days, emphasis on labor intensive projects, and a requirement that 1/3 of participants are women. The program is jointly funded by central and state governments.
The document summarizes the state of the Appalachian economy. It finds that while some counties are experiencing population and income growth, many Appalachian counties remain poorer than the national average with lower incomes, higher poverty, and greater unemployment. It also discusses trends showing more males not working and differences between urban, rural, and very rural counties. The document proposes six strategies to improve the Appalachian economy: 1) investing in communities rather than just spending, 2) using economic development tools beyond industrial attraction, 3) improving access to capital for entrepreneurs, 4) making healthcare a priority, 5) adopting regional approaches, and 6) creating a framework for sustainable development focused on civic engagement, innovation, and inclusion
Working Together so Everyone has a Good Place to Call HomeWellesley Institute
The document discusses issues related to housing insecurity and homelessness in Canada. It notes that housing insecurity has persisted and deepened over time. A lack of affordable housing is costly to individuals, communities, the economy and government. While efforts are being made at the community level, the federal government has not implemented a comprehensive national plan to address homelessness. Developing better housing indicators and evidence would help target funding and programs more effectively to improve outcomes.
Wage ladders provide a standardized way to compare wage levels across countries and over time by establishing "rungs" on a ladder based on common reference points like poverty lines and minimum wages. This document outlines the assumptions needed to properly compare wage figures, including accounting for factors like household size, number of earners, taxes, and benefits. It also notes limitations in only looking at wages and discusses reference points used to set the rungs on the wage ladder like basic goods baskets and poverty lines.
The document discusses modernizing disability employment policies in line with an "Employment First" approach. Key points include:
1) Historically, people with disabilities were often assumed to be unable to work, but research now shows that with the right supports, many can hold competitive jobs and be financially self-sufficient.
2) Several states have adopted "Employment First" policies to make integrated and competitive employment the priority outcome for working-age people with disabilities.
3) Federal guidance in 2011 supported states using Medicaid funds for employment services and outcomes rather than just facility-based programs.
4) National advocacy groups are working to pass legislation eliminating barriers to work for people with disabilities while preserving necessary long
Telework: The Who, What, Where & Why Not:
A webinar based on the Telework Research Network's U.S., U.K., and Canadian telework studies:
- How many employees telework/telecommute?
- What jobs do they hold?
- Where do they work?
- How does telework participation differ in the US, UK, and Canada?
- Is telework growing? How quickly? Has the recession had an impact?
- How much is telework really likely to grow?
- How does participation differ by industry, geography, income, and other factors?
- What's driving telework in different countries?
- What are the real obstacles?
- What's needed to overcome the obstacles to telework?
This document discusses raising the federal minimum wage in the United States. It provides background on the current federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour and state minimum wages. It also outlines the benefits of raising the minimum wage, such as helping more people earn a living wage and boosting the economy through increased consumer spending. However, some drawbacks mentioned are potential job losses and higher prices for businesses. The document advocates for increasing the minimum wage to help more low-income workers and reduce poverty and reliance on public assistance programs. It recommends raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour nationally.
This document summarizes the key issues around raising the federal minimum wage in the United States. It begins by defining a living wage and outlining the current federal and state minimum wages. It then discusses who would benefit from a wage increase, including many adults with some college education working full-time. The benefits cited include increased consumer spending and economic growth. Potential drawbacks include possible job losses. Social workers advocate for raising minimum wage to help reduce poverty. The document concludes by recommending increasing the minimum wage to $15 per hour nationally to better enable people to afford basic needs like housing.
The document outlines an agenda for a team presentation by JP Morgan Chase in Tokyo on compensation practices in Japan, the US, and Australia. The agenda includes overviews of the political, economic, and cultural landscape in Japan; institutional influences and work rules in Japan; an overview of JP Morgan Chase globally and in Japan; comparisons of compensation frameworks between the three countries; implications of differences in compensation practices; and challenges of managing a subsidiary in a foreign country and culture.
This document provides an overview of executives, legislatures, and judiciaries in governing democracies. It discusses that executives can be presidents who are elected or prime ministers who are selected from the legislature. It also describes different types of legislatures and their roles in lawmaking, representation, and oversight of the executive. The document outlines different legal systems and the role of judiciaries in interpreting constitutions and laws.
This document provides an overview of interest groups, political parties, and elections. It discusses how interest groups differ from political parties in their goals and membership. It also examines how interest groups try to influence government through various strategies. The document then covers political party systems, functions of parties, and factors that influence voter turnout and how people vote in elections.
This document discusses different types of governmental systems, focusing on democracy and nondemocracy. It defines democracy and its key aspects, such as participation, protection of rights, and representation. The document contrasts democracy with nondemocratic systems like authoritarianism and totalitarianism. It also examines characteristics of democracies in practice, the role of elites, and theories about the latest wave of democracies emerging globally.
This document provides an overview of feminism, environmentalism, and postmodernism. It discusses the key principles and theorists of each movement. Feminism focuses on eliminating oppression and achieving equality for women. Major issues discussed include women's suffrage, birth control, and recognizing politics in personal relationships. Environmentalism emphasizes protecting nature and adopting sustainable practices. Theories discussed include deep ecology, bioregionalism, and green political parties. Postmodernism is skeptical of absolute truths and metanarratives that claim to fully explain reality.
Fascism is a far-right political system that incorporates a dictator or authoritarian leader, a one-party state, and the total control of economic and social activities by the regime. It rejects socialism, communism, and democracy. Fascist regimes in the early 20th century, like those led by Mussolini in Italy and Hitler in Germany, promoted extreme nationalism, glorified the state over individual interests, and believed in racial hierarchies that justified discrimination. Modern neofascist movements have emerged in several countries advocating similar ideologies.
1. Karl Marx developed the theory of Marxism which viewed history through the lens of class struggle and economic relationships. He believed capitalism exploited workers and would inevitably be overthrown through revolution.
2. Lenin expanded on Marxism, developing the revolutionary vanguard party to organize and lead the proletariat revolution to overthrow capitalism and establish the dictatorship of the proletariat as a transitional stage to communism.
3. Marx argued that under capitalism, workers are alienated and only receive subsistence wages, while the owners reap surplus value from their labor. The class struggle between the bourgeoisie and proletariat would ultimately result in socialist revolution.
This chapter examines the teachings of Plato and Hobbes regarding the purpose of the state. It discusses Plato's view that the highest purpose is the promotion of justice. For Plato, justice means acting according to one's nature and doing what is natural for each class of people. Hobbes believed the purpose is to provide security through deterring violence and promoting the survival of humanity. The chapter explores differing views of whether states should maximize their own power or restrain it, and whether they should try to help citizens be ethical.
This document discusses key concepts in political science related to power. It defines different types of power such as force, persuasion, manipulation, and exchange. It also discusses concepts like legitimacy, sovereignty, and authority. Additionally, it examines Robert Dahl's influence terms and types of political authority based on Max Weber's work. It analyzes differences between political scientists and politicians. Finally, it touches on the centralization of political power and challenges to state power from organizations.
Political science is the academic study of politics and political systems. It began in ancient Greece and the first political science department was established at Columbia University in 1880. The field has several subfields including comparative politics, American politics, and international relations. Political science research can be normative, focusing on ethical issues, or empirical, relying on observable data. Researchers use various methods like case studies, surveys, and experiments to study political phenomena scientifically. The goal is to form hypotheses, identify variables, clarify measurement, and develop theories to gain a better understanding of politics.
This document consists of 21 sequentially numbered pages labeled "General Page" without any other distinguishing content on the pages. The document provides a chronological listing of generic pages but does not contain any other descriptive information.
The document summarizes key aspects of the U.S. judiciary system. It discusses the origins of the U.S. judiciary in the Constitution and Judiciary Act of 1789 which established the Supreme Court and federal district courts. It also examines the basis of U.S. law in common law and legal precedents, the sources of U.S. law, and the structure and jurisdiction of the federal court system including the Supreme Court. Finally, it reviews the process for selecting federal judges and their role in making policy decisions.
The document summarizes key aspects of bureaucracy and the federal bureaucracy. It discusses who bureaucrats are, including political appointees and civil servants. It also outlines the evolution and organization of the federal bureaucracy, including departments, agencies, commissions, and the executive office of the president. Finally, it examines the roles and accountability of federal bureaucrats in public policy and ways bureaucratic performance can potentially be improved.
Here are the key points about rulemaking:
- Rulemaking is the process by which administrative agencies create and implement regulations. It is an important tool that agencies use to implement and enforce statutes.
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The document discusses the role and influence of the media in politics. It covers how the media provides information to the public, sets the political agenda, and socializes children. The chapter then discusses the historical role of print media, the rise of radio and television, and more recently the internet. It also examines how the various forms of media have influenced campaigns, elections, and policymaking. Finally, it considers debates around media bias and regulation.
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Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
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Making of a Nation.
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Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
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14. Exhibit 7-2 Work & Pay
Wages by Occupation in California, 2005
50th
Entry- Percentile Percentage
Level (Median)
Occupational Category of
Hourly Hourly Employment
Wage Wage
State Average $8.88 $15.91
Over $10/hour (38% of all workers)
Management $23.99 $43.28 5.2%
Architecture & Engineering $21.71 $34.18 2.2%
Computer & Mathematical $21.59 $35.31 2.6%
Legal $20.20 $38.60 0.7%
Healthcare Practitioners & Technical $17.79 $30.08 4.1%
Business & Financial Operations $17.71 $27.13 4.3%
Life, Physical, & Social Science $16.92 $28.22 1.0%
Education, Training, & Library $12.27 $22.17 6.2%
Community & Social Services $11.97 $18.92 1.3%
Construction & Extraction $11.94 $19.96 5.1%
Installation, Maintenance, & Repair $11.68 $19.23 3.4%
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, & Media $10.31 $19.18 2.0%
15. Exhibit 7-2 Work & Pay
Wages by Occupation in California, 2005
50th
Entry-
Percentile Percentage
Level
Occupational Category (Median) of
Hourly
Hourly Employment
Wage
Wage
State Average $8.88 $15.91
Under $10/hour (62% of all workers)
Office & Administrative Support $9.78 $14.72 18.3%
Protective Service $9.08 $17.79 2.4%
Healthcare Support $8.99 $12.02 2.1%
Sales and Related $8.18 $12.18 10.4%
Production $8.16 $11.49 6.8%
Transportation & Material Moving $8.02 $11.57 7.1%
Building & Grounds Cleaning & Maintenance $7.81 $10.19 3.3%
Personal Care & Service $7.72 $9.55 2.2%
Farming, Fishing, & Forestry $7.71 $8.19 1.2%
Food Preparation and Serving-Related $7.68 $8.36 7.9%
16. Exhibit 7-3 Family Budgets
Hourly Annual Estimated%
Family
wage income below
Basic family budget for a two- 56% of joint-
working-adult, two-child family $15.37 $63,921 return
(2005) taxpayers
Basic family budget for a two-adult, 39% of joint-
two-child family with one adult $21.22 $44,130 return
working (2005) taxpayers
87% of head-of-
Basic family budget for a one-adult,
$25.96 $53,987 household
two-child family (2005)
taxpayers
60% of single
Basic budget for a single adult $12.44 $25,867
taxpayers
17. Exhibit 7-3
Family Budgets, Wages, & Poverty Levels
Hourly Annual Estimated percent
wage income below
California median hourly wage (2004) d $15.06 $31,325 50% of employees
50% of joint-return
California median family income (2004) $58,327
taxpayers
9% of all taxable
California minimum wage (2005) $6.75 $14,040
returns
26% of head-of-
Federal poverty level for a
$7.32 $15,219 household
one-adult, two-child family (2004)
taxpayers
61% of head-of-
Low income: 2 × federal poverty level for
$14.64 $30,438 household
a one-adult, two-child family (2004)
taxpayers
Federal poverty level for a 12% of joint-return
$9.21 $19,157
two-adult, two-child family (2004) taxpayers
Low income: 2 × federal poverty level for 32% of joint-return
$18.42 $38,314
a two-adult, two-child family (2004) taxpayers
19. Exhibit 7-5 Least Affordable Metropolitan
Areas
Percent
Q1 2006
Homes Median
Median
Metropolitan Area Affordable Family
Sales
for Income
Price
Median (000s)
(000s)
Income
Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA 10.7 75.1 532
Oakland-Fremont-Hayward, CA 9.4 83.8 555
Fresno, CA 9.2 47.0 297
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA 8.4 57.5 385
Madera, CA 8.1 48.0 308
Sacramento--Arden-Arcade--Roseville, CA 7.9 65.4 400
San Francisco-San Mateo-Redwood City, CA 7.8 91.2 745
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA 7.8 63.8 533
Stockton, CA 6.5 57.1 430
Nassau-Suffolk, NY 6.1 91.0 475
New York-White Plains-Wayne, NY-NJ 6.1 59.2 472
Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA 5.9 75.1 672
Napa, CA 5.8 75.0 600
Merced, CA 5.5 46.4 365
San Diego-Carlsbad-San Marcos, CA 5.2 64.9 491
Salinas, CA 5.0 62.2 600
Modesto, CA 3.9 54.4 380
Santa Barbara-Santa Maria, CA 3.2 65.8 580
Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine, CA 2.5 78.3 608
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA 1.9 56.2 500
National 41.3 59.6 250