The document discusses graffiti as an ongoing problem in Manukau City and proposes a new approach using Paragon New Zealand to gather evidence on taggers, maintain a tag database, conduct proactive enforcement, and prepare prosecution files to help reduce graffiti. Paragon would charge a flat monthly fee for these services and has experience conducting investigations for various government agencies and local councils in New Zealand.
Facebook: keep neurosurgery in Dunedin Thurs 29 JulySamuel Mann
This document is a Facebook page called "Keep Neurosurgery in Dunedin" that is advocating to keep neurosurgery services at Dunedin Hospital. The page describes how over 4,000 people support keeping neurosurgery in Dunedin and provides stories from people benefiting from or needing local neurosurgery. It also shares news articles about the issue and asks people to contact the health minister to voice their opinion.
The document discusses engaging citizens through information technology and new media. It describes how technology can play a crucial role in facilitating communication between citizens and governments by allowing community input throughout the policy process. It also discusses using social media tools like Twitter to increase government transparency and openness.
Newsletter september ver 1(final edition)Sashi Sivam
The document discusses the Indah Elite Resident & Owners Association and its efforts over the past two years to build a better community. While they have made progress with less than 20 volunteers, they want more residents and owners to get involved by participating in discussions, giving feedback, and paying maintenance fees. The association also provides useful community contacts and addresses some neighborhood issues like overgrown areas and clogged drains.
The document is the June 1-7, 2009 issue of "New Horizons", the bulletin of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It contains several articles:
1) ShelterBox has sent aid to Bangladesh and the Philippines in response to natural disasters there, distributing tents and supplies.
2) ShelterBox is also responding to crises in Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines due to conflicts by sending hundreds of tents and relief kits.
3) Australian Minister Jenny Macklin helped launch the Rotary Club of Eltham's Aquabox project to provide clean water in disaster areas, with over 100 boxes sent after Australian bushfires.
The newsletter provides updates on activities at various cyber centers and clubs over the past few months. Key events included:
1) Fifty-five members of the Kent State University Tuscarawas Cyber Club attended the SIGGRAPH conference in New Orleans, where they attended demonstrations and had the opportunity to meet with industry professionals.
2) Students from the KST Imagineers and Cyber Club visited Valve Software in Seattle and Bellevue, where they toured the facility and met with animators to discuss careers.
3) The KST Cyber Club held a summer institute offering courses in areas like CAD, game design, and robotics for high school students.
4) Plans for the upcoming year include expanding the
Mohave State Bank will celebrate its 20th anniversary in October. The bank has been successful due to its commitment to the community and hiring talented employees. When looking for a compliance system, the bank wanted a service that could assist with questions and keeping up with regulatory changes. The bank chose TriComply and has been very satisfied with their responsiveness, comprehensive answers, and assistance in creating new policies and training. The partnership looks to continue helping the bank address compliance issues.
The Rotary Club of Parramatta City document provides information on:
1) Upcoming guest speakers, including Daniel Cairns who will discuss National Skills Week and ultimate apprenticeships.
2) Events the club is involved in, such as members Keith and Glennis Henning participating in the City to Surf event to raise funds for medical research.
3) Community programs the club supports, including OUTREDS which provides vocational training for youth from remote communities.
The Woodcraft Folk is an educational movement for children and young people that aims to develop self-confidence and active participation in society to build a sustainable, equitable world respecting human rights. The organization announced its enthusiastic support for student protests against education cuts, including walkouts, and will defend young people's right to non-violent direct action and make their own decisions on important issues. Woodcraft Folk has a history of supporting youth on struggles for social justice and will encourage members to discuss these issues and get involved in actions.
Facebook: keep neurosurgery in Dunedin Thurs 29 JulySamuel Mann
This document is a Facebook page called "Keep Neurosurgery in Dunedin" that is advocating to keep neurosurgery services at Dunedin Hospital. The page describes how over 4,000 people support keeping neurosurgery in Dunedin and provides stories from people benefiting from or needing local neurosurgery. It also shares news articles about the issue and asks people to contact the health minister to voice their opinion.
The document discusses engaging citizens through information technology and new media. It describes how technology can play a crucial role in facilitating communication between citizens and governments by allowing community input throughout the policy process. It also discusses using social media tools like Twitter to increase government transparency and openness.
Newsletter september ver 1(final edition)Sashi Sivam
The document discusses the Indah Elite Resident & Owners Association and its efforts over the past two years to build a better community. While they have made progress with less than 20 volunteers, they want more residents and owners to get involved by participating in discussions, giving feedback, and paying maintenance fees. The association also provides useful community contacts and addresses some neighborhood issues like overgrown areas and clogged drains.
The document is the June 1-7, 2009 issue of "New Horizons", the bulletin of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It contains several articles:
1) ShelterBox has sent aid to Bangladesh and the Philippines in response to natural disasters there, distributing tents and supplies.
2) ShelterBox is also responding to crises in Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines due to conflicts by sending hundreds of tents and relief kits.
3) Australian Minister Jenny Macklin helped launch the Rotary Club of Eltham's Aquabox project to provide clean water in disaster areas, with over 100 boxes sent after Australian bushfires.
The newsletter provides updates on activities at various cyber centers and clubs over the past few months. Key events included:
1) Fifty-five members of the Kent State University Tuscarawas Cyber Club attended the SIGGRAPH conference in New Orleans, where they attended demonstrations and had the opportunity to meet with industry professionals.
2) Students from the KST Imagineers and Cyber Club visited Valve Software in Seattle and Bellevue, where they toured the facility and met with animators to discuss careers.
3) The KST Cyber Club held a summer institute offering courses in areas like CAD, game design, and robotics for high school students.
4) Plans for the upcoming year include expanding the
Mohave State Bank will celebrate its 20th anniversary in October. The bank has been successful due to its commitment to the community and hiring talented employees. When looking for a compliance system, the bank wanted a service that could assist with questions and keeping up with regulatory changes. The bank chose TriComply and has been very satisfied with their responsiveness, comprehensive answers, and assistance in creating new policies and training. The partnership looks to continue helping the bank address compliance issues.
The Rotary Club of Parramatta City document provides information on:
1) Upcoming guest speakers, including Daniel Cairns who will discuss National Skills Week and ultimate apprenticeships.
2) Events the club is involved in, such as members Keith and Glennis Henning participating in the City to Surf event to raise funds for medical research.
3) Community programs the club supports, including OUTREDS which provides vocational training for youth from remote communities.
The Woodcraft Folk is an educational movement for children and young people that aims to develop self-confidence and active participation in society to build a sustainable, equitable world respecting human rights. The organization announced its enthusiastic support for student protests against education cuts, including walkouts, and will defend young people's right to non-violent direct action and make their own decisions on important issues. Woodcraft Folk has a history of supporting youth on struggles for social justice and will encourage members to discuss these issues and get involved in actions.
This document provides an itinerary for a group exploring investment opportunities in China from October 31st to November 8th, visiting Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Chongqing. The schedule includes meetings with top officials and executives at government agencies, banks, asset managers, and companies. Site visits include the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, China Investment Corporation, Banking Regulatory Commission, and universities. Dinners and informal discussions with industry leaders are also included each evening. Transportation between cities is arranged via buses and flights.
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This document outlines the itinerary and logistical details for a delegation exploring investment opportunities in China from October 31st to November 8th, 2010. The trip will involve visits to major cities in China including Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Chongqing. The agenda includes meetings with high-level government officials, executives from state-owned enterprises, and private companies. Site visits, cultural activities, and informal dinners are also scheduled. Contact information is provided for transportation, accommodations, and tour arrangements in each city. Biographies of the delegation members and tour options are included at the end.
China aims to transition to a more sustainable growth model focused on domestic consumption and services. Strong investment and exports previously drove rapid GDP growth but this model is no longer viable due to overcapacity and weak global demand. Recent reforms accelerated under new leadership in 2013 aim to open markets, increase private sector involvement and liberalize financial markets. Growth is expected to slow gradually as reforms are implemented but will remain above 7% in 2014-2015 due to government stimulus measures. Lower growth, rising debt, pollution and corruption present medium-term challenges alongside risks from a potential slowdown in the property sector.
The document provides a technical analysis of the QE Index, key Qatari stocks, and indices. It finds that in the short-term, the QE Index and QE Al Rayan Islamic Index are trending down, along with most of the analyzed stocks, including Al Khalij Commercial Bank, Medicare Group, and Gulf International Services. Some stocks like Qatar Insurance Co. are showing an upmove in the short-term. The analysis provides support and resistance levels for determining potential downside or upside moves.
The Six Highest Performing B2B Blog Post FormatsBarry Feldman
If your B2B blogging goals include earning social media shares and backlinks to boost your search rankings, this infographic lists the size best approaches.
1) The document discusses the opportunity for technology to improve organizational efficiency and transition economies into a "smart and clean world."
2) It argues that aggregate efficiency has stalled at around 22% for 30 years due to limitations of the Second Industrial Revolution, but that digitizing transport, energy, and communication through technologies like blockchain can help manage resources and increase efficiency.
3) Technologies like precision agriculture, cloud computing, robotics, and autonomous vehicles may allow for "dematerialization" and do more with fewer physical resources through effects like reduced waste and need for transportation/logistics infrastructure.
Ward 13 Minneapolis Construction Moratorium March 2014Kevin Terrell
This document summarizes concerns about a construction moratorium imposed in Ward 13 of Minneapolis. It notes that while construction practices and new home styles are issues, readily implementable solutions exist rather than a blunt moratorium. Data used to justify the moratorium is incomplete and recent construction increases are recovering from recession declines. Alternatives to address concerns through cooperation rather than intimidation were not considered. The moratorium will halt significant economic activity without clear benefits to the community.
The document summarizes the Basel Action Network's (BAN) activities and accomplishments in 2010. It discusses three key campaigns: 1) reforming electronics production, use, and disposal to ensure full life cycle responsibility, 2) working to ensure proper stewardship for obsolete ships, and 3) defending and implementing the Basel Convention globally. It highlights that BAN's e-Stewards certification program gained significant market share in 2010, with over 30 electronics companies certifying over 100 facilities. It concludes that 2010 was a milestone year for BAN's growth and increasing influence and support for its toxics reform agenda.
This document summarizes several behavioral interventions conducted by Ogilvy Consulting for various organizations. It begins with an intervention to help Londoners recycle more by motivating them to buy a second bin through advertising on buses and a social media campaign. It then discusses an intervention to help the charity Christian Aid raise funds during the COVID-19 pandemic by reframing their virtual fundraising events in a more positive light and highlighting social norms. The document goes on to describe several other interventions conducted for organizations across various sectors.
The document discusses the "Broken Windows Theory" which suggests that signs of disorder and neglect in a neighborhood like broken windows, graffiti, and litter can lead to further disorder and decline as other residents move away. It also discusses how disorder is evident through junk, trash, decaying buildings, vandalism, and abandoned cars. These conditions signal a breakdown in the social order and can propel neighborhoods into further trouble if not addressed. The document then provides recommendations to stabilize downtown areas, improve neighborhoods along waterways like Hogan's Creek, and implement place-changing marketing strategies to combat visual blight and create urban vibrancy.
HTK seminar at Civil Contingencies 2011HTK Horizon
With an increasing UK government focus on 'cloud' services for information technology, the ways that departments procure their services - and the types of service that can be delivered - are changing.
Tthis presentation looks at a specific cloud solutions for Community Resilience and considers ways in which government bodies or departments might collaborate to benefit from more cost-effective shared services.
Kingston Business Bulletin Final Vol 4 Nov 2011Angela Stubbs
The document discusses the National Broadband Network and its potential benefits for local businesses in Kingston, Australia. It notes that the region generates over $30 billion annually and has almost 300,000 jobs in advanced manufacturing. The broadband network could enhance productivity and open new opportunities by allowing real-time data transfers. Local industry leaders met to discuss the NBN's importance. The city is seeking feedback from businesses on how the NBN could enhance or constrain them to advocate for earlier access in the region.
This document discusses several contemporary crime reduction strategies introduced since 1997 in the UK:
1. Social crime prevention focuses on changing offenders' social environments through after-school programs and youth clubs to deter future offending.
2. Community crime reduction develops a strong sense of community to reduce crime and fear of crime, such as through Neighborhood Watch programs.
3. Situational crime prevention makes crimes more difficult through target hardening like alarms and marking, and target removal such as cashless wage payments.
1. The document discusses writing a statement of purpose essay and getting help from HelpWriting.net. It outlines a 5-step process: create an account, complete an order form with instructions and deadline, choose a bid from writers, review the paper and authorize payment, and request revisions if needed.
2. The document also discusses conflict management in the workplace, including avoiding conflict, compromising, and problem solving. It provides tips for managing subordinates and communicating with employees.
3. Finally, the document talks about the importance of physical strength in ancient times for tasks like building roads, quarrying, operating cranes, digging wells, and constructing tunnels. These manual labor jobs required significant endurance and upper/lower body
Digital technology has significantly impacted the UK film industry by making film production, distribution, and exhibition cheaper and more accessible. It has allowed for higher quality cameras and editing/special effects software to be used at lower budget levels. Distribution has benefited from digital formats that are cheaper and higher quality than physical film reels. Exhibition has expanded to smaller independent theaters and nontheatrical platforms like online streaming. However, piracy remains a major issue that costs the industry financially. The future may see further improvements and normalization of home viewing experiences, but major studios still rely on theatrical revenue from merchandise and concessions.
The Best White Pens For Writing On Black PaperKristen Flores
The document discusses using the Microsoft Kinect technology to analyze human skeletal structures for authentication purposes. It notes that while Kinect was initially created for gaming, it has potential for other uses like human authentication based on skeletal anatomy tracking. This would provide a more advanced and reliable security system compared to other options. The document introduces the topic and concept of using Kinect's skeletal tracking abilities for authentication.
The official event program for the 2009 National Association of Bar Executives (NABE) Communications Section Workshop
held Tuesday, October 20 through Friday, October 23, 2009 at the Rio-All Suites Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.
PopeS Poem Essay On Man. Online assignment writing service.Lisa Richardson
This document provides instructions for using the writing assistance website HelpWriting.net. It outlines a 5-step process: 1) Create an account with an email and password. 2) Complete a 10-minute order form with instructions, sources, and deadline. 3) Review bids from writers and choose one. 4) Review the completed paper and authorize payment. 5) Request revisions until satisfied with the work. The website offers original, plagiarism-free content and refunds if plagiarized work is provided.
This document discusses raising aspirations for young people through building capacity for change. It focuses on changing attitudes, behaviors, and contexts. Key questions are raised about what future challenges may shape opportunities for young people, and what outcomes are wanted for young people, councils, and communities. Changing attitudes of young people, councils, and communities are seen as key to enabling transformation. The document advocates for moving beyond merely meeting legal and political minimums to having a greater focus and awareness. It discusses creating a platform to build productive relationships and shared physical spaces.
1. The document proposes using 3D printing and solar technology to provide affordable lighting to rural Ugandans who currently rely on expensive and dangerous kerosene lamps.
2. A team would 3D print solar lamp casings in Uganda, working with local partners to manufacture and distribute the lights. This would reduce costs and create local jobs.
3. The lights would be demonstrated and sold directly in villages and at large summer markets in Kampala, in an effort to raise awareness, educate customers, and make sales.
This document provides an itinerary for a group exploring investment opportunities in China from October 31st to November 8th, visiting Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Chongqing. The schedule includes meetings with top officials and executives at government agencies, banks, asset managers, and companies. Site visits include the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, China Investment Corporation, Banking Regulatory Commission, and universities. Dinners and informal discussions with industry leaders are also included each evening. Transportation between cities is arranged via buses and flights.
PATENT eFiling Services in India| IPR Law Firm with a team of experienced techno-legal Patent Attorneys & Patent engineers who serve global clientele. The intellectual property firm has been providing services in the field of Intellectual Property Rights in India, US, Europe, Singapore and have foreign associates in all the countries of the world.
Our Expert Patent Attorneys and Registered Patent Agents in the law firm hold technical and scientific qualifications, which when combined with their legal acumen, enables the patent firm to fully understand innovation and invention of the client.
Our global clientele receive in-depth technically-sound patent advice. The patent firm advises clients on all aspects of patent strategy and protection services including patent searching, patent drafting services, patent registration and protection in India and the like.
Patent Prosecution (Drafting, Office Action Responses, directed prosecution)
Patent Searching & Analytic Services:
Patentability
prior art
validity
invalidity
Freedom to operate searches (FTO)
infringement/non-infringement charts,
Claim mapping
This document outlines the itinerary and logistical details for a delegation exploring investment opportunities in China from October 31st to November 8th, 2010. The trip will involve visits to major cities in China including Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Chongqing. The agenda includes meetings with high-level government officials, executives from state-owned enterprises, and private companies. Site visits, cultural activities, and informal dinners are also scheduled. Contact information is provided for transportation, accommodations, and tour arrangements in each city. Biographies of the delegation members and tour options are included at the end.
China aims to transition to a more sustainable growth model focused on domestic consumption and services. Strong investment and exports previously drove rapid GDP growth but this model is no longer viable due to overcapacity and weak global demand. Recent reforms accelerated under new leadership in 2013 aim to open markets, increase private sector involvement and liberalize financial markets. Growth is expected to slow gradually as reforms are implemented but will remain above 7% in 2014-2015 due to government stimulus measures. Lower growth, rising debt, pollution and corruption present medium-term challenges alongside risks from a potential slowdown in the property sector.
The document provides a technical analysis of the QE Index, key Qatari stocks, and indices. It finds that in the short-term, the QE Index and QE Al Rayan Islamic Index are trending down, along with most of the analyzed stocks, including Al Khalij Commercial Bank, Medicare Group, and Gulf International Services. Some stocks like Qatar Insurance Co. are showing an upmove in the short-term. The analysis provides support and resistance levels for determining potential downside or upside moves.
The Six Highest Performing B2B Blog Post FormatsBarry Feldman
If your B2B blogging goals include earning social media shares and backlinks to boost your search rankings, this infographic lists the size best approaches.
1) The document discusses the opportunity for technology to improve organizational efficiency and transition economies into a "smart and clean world."
2) It argues that aggregate efficiency has stalled at around 22% for 30 years due to limitations of the Second Industrial Revolution, but that digitizing transport, energy, and communication through technologies like blockchain can help manage resources and increase efficiency.
3) Technologies like precision agriculture, cloud computing, robotics, and autonomous vehicles may allow for "dematerialization" and do more with fewer physical resources through effects like reduced waste and need for transportation/logistics infrastructure.
Ward 13 Minneapolis Construction Moratorium March 2014Kevin Terrell
This document summarizes concerns about a construction moratorium imposed in Ward 13 of Minneapolis. It notes that while construction practices and new home styles are issues, readily implementable solutions exist rather than a blunt moratorium. Data used to justify the moratorium is incomplete and recent construction increases are recovering from recession declines. Alternatives to address concerns through cooperation rather than intimidation were not considered. The moratorium will halt significant economic activity without clear benefits to the community.
The document summarizes the Basel Action Network's (BAN) activities and accomplishments in 2010. It discusses three key campaigns: 1) reforming electronics production, use, and disposal to ensure full life cycle responsibility, 2) working to ensure proper stewardship for obsolete ships, and 3) defending and implementing the Basel Convention globally. It highlights that BAN's e-Stewards certification program gained significant market share in 2010, with over 30 electronics companies certifying over 100 facilities. It concludes that 2010 was a milestone year for BAN's growth and increasing influence and support for its toxics reform agenda.
This document summarizes several behavioral interventions conducted by Ogilvy Consulting for various organizations. It begins with an intervention to help Londoners recycle more by motivating them to buy a second bin through advertising on buses and a social media campaign. It then discusses an intervention to help the charity Christian Aid raise funds during the COVID-19 pandemic by reframing their virtual fundraising events in a more positive light and highlighting social norms. The document goes on to describe several other interventions conducted for organizations across various sectors.
The document discusses the "Broken Windows Theory" which suggests that signs of disorder and neglect in a neighborhood like broken windows, graffiti, and litter can lead to further disorder and decline as other residents move away. It also discusses how disorder is evident through junk, trash, decaying buildings, vandalism, and abandoned cars. These conditions signal a breakdown in the social order and can propel neighborhoods into further trouble if not addressed. The document then provides recommendations to stabilize downtown areas, improve neighborhoods along waterways like Hogan's Creek, and implement place-changing marketing strategies to combat visual blight and create urban vibrancy.
HTK seminar at Civil Contingencies 2011HTK Horizon
With an increasing UK government focus on 'cloud' services for information technology, the ways that departments procure their services - and the types of service that can be delivered - are changing.
Tthis presentation looks at a specific cloud solutions for Community Resilience and considers ways in which government bodies or departments might collaborate to benefit from more cost-effective shared services.
Kingston Business Bulletin Final Vol 4 Nov 2011Angela Stubbs
The document discusses the National Broadband Network and its potential benefits for local businesses in Kingston, Australia. It notes that the region generates over $30 billion annually and has almost 300,000 jobs in advanced manufacturing. The broadband network could enhance productivity and open new opportunities by allowing real-time data transfers. Local industry leaders met to discuss the NBN's importance. The city is seeking feedback from businesses on how the NBN could enhance or constrain them to advocate for earlier access in the region.
This document discusses several contemporary crime reduction strategies introduced since 1997 in the UK:
1. Social crime prevention focuses on changing offenders' social environments through after-school programs and youth clubs to deter future offending.
2. Community crime reduction develops a strong sense of community to reduce crime and fear of crime, such as through Neighborhood Watch programs.
3. Situational crime prevention makes crimes more difficult through target hardening like alarms and marking, and target removal such as cashless wage payments.
1. The document discusses writing a statement of purpose essay and getting help from HelpWriting.net. It outlines a 5-step process: create an account, complete an order form with instructions and deadline, choose a bid from writers, review the paper and authorize payment, and request revisions if needed.
2. The document also discusses conflict management in the workplace, including avoiding conflict, compromising, and problem solving. It provides tips for managing subordinates and communicating with employees.
3. Finally, the document talks about the importance of physical strength in ancient times for tasks like building roads, quarrying, operating cranes, digging wells, and constructing tunnels. These manual labor jobs required significant endurance and upper/lower body
Digital technology has significantly impacted the UK film industry by making film production, distribution, and exhibition cheaper and more accessible. It has allowed for higher quality cameras and editing/special effects software to be used at lower budget levels. Distribution has benefited from digital formats that are cheaper and higher quality than physical film reels. Exhibition has expanded to smaller independent theaters and nontheatrical platforms like online streaming. However, piracy remains a major issue that costs the industry financially. The future may see further improvements and normalization of home viewing experiences, but major studios still rely on theatrical revenue from merchandise and concessions.
The Best White Pens For Writing On Black PaperKristen Flores
The document discusses using the Microsoft Kinect technology to analyze human skeletal structures for authentication purposes. It notes that while Kinect was initially created for gaming, it has potential for other uses like human authentication based on skeletal anatomy tracking. This would provide a more advanced and reliable security system compared to other options. The document introduces the topic and concept of using Kinect's skeletal tracking abilities for authentication.
The official event program for the 2009 National Association of Bar Executives (NABE) Communications Section Workshop
held Tuesday, October 20 through Friday, October 23, 2009 at the Rio-All Suites Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.
PopeS Poem Essay On Man. Online assignment writing service.Lisa Richardson
This document provides instructions for using the writing assistance website HelpWriting.net. It outlines a 5-step process: 1) Create an account with an email and password. 2) Complete a 10-minute order form with instructions, sources, and deadline. 3) Review bids from writers and choose one. 4) Review the completed paper and authorize payment. 5) Request revisions until satisfied with the work. The website offers original, plagiarism-free content and refunds if plagiarized work is provided.
This document discusses raising aspirations for young people through building capacity for change. It focuses on changing attitudes, behaviors, and contexts. Key questions are raised about what future challenges may shape opportunities for young people, and what outcomes are wanted for young people, councils, and communities. Changing attitudes of young people, councils, and communities are seen as key to enabling transformation. The document advocates for moving beyond merely meeting legal and political minimums to having a greater focus and awareness. It discusses creating a platform to build productive relationships and shared physical spaces.
1. The document proposes using 3D printing and solar technology to provide affordable lighting to rural Ugandans who currently rely on expensive and dangerous kerosene lamps.
2. A team would 3D print solar lamp casings in Uganda, working with local partners to manufacture and distribute the lights. This would reduce costs and create local jobs.
3. The lights would be demonstrated and sold directly in villages and at large summer markets in Kampala, in an effort to raise awareness, educate customers, and make sales.
The document describes two initiatives by local councils to improve communication with residents. The first was by Isaac Regional Council, which implemented a new street numbering system in the town of Nebo due to safety issues arising from multiple properties having the same address. The council engaged stakeholders and residents to gain support for the change. The second was by Port Stephens Council, which created a YouTube channel to communicate with residents using humorous videos featuring council staff.
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This document discusses the different types of data that can be collected for research purposes - qualitative and quantitative data. Quantitative data deals with measurable information like numbers, while qualitative data involves descriptions that cannot be measured. Qualitative research aims to provide a detailed description of the topic and is often used alongside quantitative research. When analyzing qualitative data, the researcher must have a clear aim, consider all collected responses, and create their own system like content analysis to classify and summarize the data for analysis.
New Media & Social Technologies - 3 The Long Tailethansen
This document outlines the concept of the "Long Tail" and provides key lessons. It discusses how democratizing production and distribution through technologies has allowed niche interests to be connected to corresponding suppliers. Examples are given of how Netflix has been able to successfully distribute obscure documentaries to audiences of thousands by making everything available and helping people find content. The document concludes with two imperatives and nine rules for taking advantage of the Long Tail.
This article discusses an $11 billion LNG project in Prince Rupert, British Columbia that will require large amounts of construction materials. Highbank Resources has received approval to begin aggregate production at its Swamp Point North project, located 78 miles north of Prince Rupert by sea. The project has an estimated aggregate resource of 72 million tonnes. Receiving the production permit is a major milestone for Highbank, as it allows for a straightforward path to begin supplying aggregate for the massive LNG and infrastructure projects planned for the region, totaling over $60 billion in announced construction. The isolated location of the Swamp Point North project helps avoid issues with noise and dust that can arise from aggregate mining near communities.
1. Criminals use Facebook in five main ways: hacking accounts using password cracking tools; commandeering accounts using stolen login credentials; cloning profiles by copying users' photos and details; creating fake Facebook pages to steal login credentials through phishing; and mining unprotected personal information posted by users.
2. Profile cloning allows criminals to assume a user's identity and access their friend list, while fake Facebook pages are used to steal login credentials through phishing scams.
3. Modern private investigators need to be aware of computer crimes on social media and how legislation in New Zealand prohibits unauthorized access to computers and criminalizes identity theft and other cybercrimes.
Paragon NZ is a leading investigations firm in New Zealand that provides superior services for serious matters such as fraud investigations, litigation support, and security services. They guarantee to be so good that clients will never need another investigations firm. Their services are offered at a market rate and led by Ron McQuilter.
Lawyerhelp is an online service that assists with obtaining limited work licenses for $600 plus GST. They also offer opportunities for lawyers to obtain online client leads and use their client administration program. The service aims to provide affordable solutions for legal matters.
Ron McQuilter is the chairman of the New Zealand Institute of Professional Investigators (NZIPI). The document discusses issues with recent legislation governing private investigators, including allowing people to become private investigators without any training or qualifications. It also discusses NZIPI looking carefully at membership applications and promoting that clients seek investigators who are NZIPI members. Additionally, the document mentions that NZIPI's submissions to the New Zealand Transport Agency were successful in gaining access to the Motor Vehicle Register for investigators.
Paragon Security is a leading security company in New Zealand that has won awards. They are offering bars and clubs a free weekend of security service with no obligations to try their services. Their research found that bar managers accept subpar door security due to comfort with existing staff or not wanting to deal with change. However, customers rate establishments higher when door staff are welcoming and make them feel safe without intimidation. Paragon guarantees set rates and full coverage if hired, with an on-site supervisor ensuring standards and satisfaction. They also work with police and authorities.
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Leading Private Investigator Ron McQuilter featured in NZ Security magazine December/January 2012. Ron McQuilter comments on the recent case of John Cutten Fraudster.Private Investigator NZ, www.paragonnz.com
Paragon Security is a leading security company in New Zealand that provides crowd control services to bars and clubs. The document discusses new licensing requirements for crowd controllers beginning November 1st, as well as guidelines around crowd controllers' involvement in incidents outside of establishments. It also introduces Paragon's managing director Vince Schuster and promotes Paragon's security services and training programs.
This document provides information about new security legislation in New Zealand and discusses its implications for bars and clubs. It summarizes Paragon Security's response to the changes, including ensuring their crowd controllers are properly licensed and have the required insurance. It also discusses initiatives like "Mellow Yellow" where security staff at different venues can communicate by radio. The document aims to help bar and club owners understand the new laws and work with licensed security providers to remain compliant.
This document provides information about new security legislation in New Zealand and discusses its implications for bars and clubs. It summarizes Paragon Security's response to the changes, including ensuring their crowd controllers are properly licensed and have the required insurance. It also discusses initiatives like "Mellow Yellow" where security staff at different venues can communicate by radio. The document aims to help bar and club owners understand the new laws and work with licensed security providers to remain compliant.
Paragon Investigations takes security very seriously at their headquarters due to the sensitive nature of their work. Their offices have multiple locked doors, security cameras, and an alarm system that fills the building with smoke to blind intruders. Managing director Ron McQuilter recognizes that as a security firm investigating other companies and individuals, Paragon could become a target, so protecting their clients' secrets is paramount.
Paragon is a security and investigations company that has launched a new website for its security services. The newsletter discusses how crowd controllers need proper training to deal with incidents in crowded nightclubs. It also discusses how fraudsters exploit flaws in online banking and how private investigators are effective at catching business criminals and fraudsters.
Paragon is a New Zealand company that specializes in investigations, asset repossessions, skip tracing, and document serving. They employ qualified mercenary agents to conduct repossessions lawfully and provide regular updates to clients. Skip tracing involves collecting, analyzing, and verifying debtor information to locate debtors using online databases. Paragon also serves documents, identifies assets, interviews debtors to arrange payments, and collects overdue payments.
Paragon is a leading private investigation firm in New Zealand led by Chairman Bryan Mogridge and Managing Director Ron McQuilter. Paragon was awarded "Most Exciting Security Related Company" in 2010 based on a poll by readers of the NBR business publication. Paragon prides itself on taking on any case regardless of size or complexity and delivering timely, on-budget results. The firm's team of seasoned professionals aims to assist clients by gathering conclusive evidence to resolve issues related to employment, civil, or criminal matters.
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1. Graffiti Control
“Consider a building with a few broken windows. If the
windows are not repaired, the tendency is for vandals
to break a few more windows. Eventually, they may
even break into the building, and if it’s unoccupied,
perhaps become squatters or light fires inside.” - George
L. Kelling 1982
2. Introduction
Graffiti has been an ongoing and arguably growing problem for
Manukau City Council (“The Council”). The Council has taken
many steps and considerable revenue used in dealing with this
repulsive and destructive problem often caused by the same of-
fenders.
We acknowledge the work undertaken by the Council in the
community and the efforts by MP George Hawkins in Parliament
to introduce the Manukau City Council (Control of Graffiti) Bill on
7 December 2005.
For some time the Council have operated a scheme involving an
investigation firm who are contracted to take a pro-active stance
in respect to the apprehension of offenders, volume of offending
and to gather intelligence on these graffiti offenders, their “tags”
and Modus Operandi (“MO”). Paragon is able to offer a fresh ap-
proach to solving the problem.
The Problem
It is well known tagging and graffiti are a huge and on-going problem in Manukau. A Quality of Life in New
Zealand’s Eight Largest Cities 2003 Survey revealed Manukau City ranks the lowest in residents’ rating of a
sense of pride in the way their city looks, and one of the main reasons for this is related to the graffiti prob-
lem in the city.
“This has resulted in the Council spending over 1.6 million dollars in graffiti eradication and community
education in the past two years. In 2005/06 the Council budgeted more than $800,000 on graffiti reduction.
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1 Manukau City Council web site
1.
3. Statistics Getting Serious About Graffiti
The Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust have a help- “We owe it to the people of Manukau and across the country
ful breakdown of graffiti statistics. Their statistics show to get this right. We can’t wait till 2010 to attack graffiti. The
that tagging is increasing and consistently the worst areas Government needs to provide an urgent, proactive and
are Mangere, Manurewa and Otara with a collective 10,000 national response to this growing scourge now.”
to 12,000 tags per month painted out.
National MP Mark Blumsky 2006
The lowest area for tags is shown to be Botany and Cleve-
don with around 500 collective tags painted out.
Broken Windows Theory Client Quotes
“Thank you very much for your well documented investiga-
“Consider a building with a few broken windows. If the win- tion which made the police involvement in this matter short
dows are not repaired, the tendency is for vandals to break and sweet.”
a few more windows. Eventually, they may even break into
Detective Sergeant A E RIDLEY CIB Mt Maunganui
the building, and if it’s unoccupied, perhaps become squat-
ters or light fires inside.
“...Pleaded guilty to all charges recommended by you. I note
Or consider a sidewalk. Some litter accumulates. Soon, more your excellent work and must admit, I do not think I have had
litter accumulates. Eventually, people even start leaving an easier arrest!”
bags of trash from take-out restaurants there or breaking Const. R S ELLWOOD CIB Otahuhu
into cars.”
A successful strategy for preventing vandalism, says Kelling “Sincere thanks for the significant part you played in the
(1982), is to fix the problems when they are small. Repair the aggravated robbery of the Wellington armoured van and the
broken windows within a short time, say, a day or a week, loss of 1 million dollars.”
and the tendency is that vandals are much less likely to break more windows or do P CURSON - Chubb Protective Security
further damage. Clean up the sidewalk every day, and the tendency is for litter not to ac-
cumulate (or for the rate of littering to be much less). Problems do not escalate and thus
respectable residents do not flee a neighbourhood. “Congratulations on a job well done in respect of your
The theory thus makes two major claims: 1. Further petty crime and low-level anti- investigation of the armed robbery of our armoured van
containing 375 thousand dollars resulting in the conviction
social behaviour will be deterred, and thus 2). Major crime will be prevented. Criticism of 7 offenders”
of the theory has tended to focus only on the latter claim. 2.
P CURSON - Chubb Protective Security
4. A New Approach
One monthly fee with set deliverables that are both achievable and affordable.
There is a reason that Paragon is the “Authority on Investigations”.
Pricing
Paragon will charge a flat fee for its base services Consistent Results
with deliverables set and agreed on by both the
Council and Paragon. We will charge the Council Paragon has the commitment, the integrity and the business systems and experi-
$9,000.00 per month for our services detailed on ence to not only perform, but to perform consistently over time.
page 3. This would equate to 100 man hours per
month and may be increased during the course of This sets us aside from the rest. We are the best. We have the best systems, the
the contract. best people for growth and have the credibility and track record to get the results,
time after time after time.
Prosecution files will be additional and based on
$500 per file. The Paragon Total Investigation Solution
Court attendances by our staff will be charged at Our solution has the transparency, expertise and accountability to achieve success
$90.00 per hour. and cost effectiveness.
All charges are excluding GST. The Manukau City Council have put forward a challenge to tackle the destructive
problem of graffiti and to take graffiti enforcement seriously.
Paragon has specific experience in helping local government agencies establish
a nationwide enforcement team, and has over time crafted an investigation firm
that has the scale and systems to handle these types of problems. We are geared
for large volumes of investigations to set standards.
3.
5. Paragons Services Under the Term of Contract
Paragon are excited by the opportunity to provide the Manukau City Council with the most cutting edge technology and
pro-active and reactive methods to deter taggers in the Manukau Region. There will be one monthly fee and one point of
contact for enforcement and evidential matters. Our level of co-operation with the Manukau District Police are at the high-
est level. The Council will expect Paragon to perform and we will exceed this expectation. Our services are based on a 24
month contract.
1. Evidence Gathering 3. Tag Database 5. Pro-active Enquiries
We will employ diverse methods of gathering evidence In concert with the Police Paragon will hold and Paragon will offer training to Council enforcement staff
on taggers. These methods will include surveillance, maintain a database of tags in the Manukau district. in relation to evidence gathering. Other actions such as
undercover teams, informants, covert CCTV footage involvement and cooperation with all Council employ-
and a “bait” vehicle. ees will give the scheme greater buy-in and “spread”.
2.
2. Reactive Measures 4. Prosecution files 6. Tip Off Line
Paragon team members will stop and speak to any To assist in prosecution of these offenders we will We will operate and publicise a 0800 confidential tip off
offenders that we witness in the act of tagging. We prepare simple prosecution files for the police to save line for informants to “dob in a tagger”. These commu-
will obtain their details and liaise with the police for them time and ensure consistent convictions. nications would be followed up with prompt reactive
prosecution. We have experience in dealing with these investigation.
types of potentially volatile situations and people.
4.
6. Our Organisation
Our company is Paragon New Zealand.Com Limited (“Paragon”) see our website at www.paragonnz.com
Our company is governed by a Board of Directors the chairman of which is Bryan Mogridge ONZM. Bryan is already a well regarded businessman with
board positions in several listed companies. A nationwide company, we have offices based throughout New Zealand and in Auckland at Clevedon and
the North Shore.
Managing Director
The managing director of Paragon is Ron McQuilter JP, CFE, Cert Judicial Studies
Ron McQuilter JP, CFE is in charge of our government and local council clients.
A brief summary of Ron’s background is:
• 30 years Investigation experience.
• Former Police Officer, Glasgow, Scotland.
• Has conducted investigations worldwide.
• Has conducted numerous investigations for Councils in New Zealand, including work for Risk Pool and your lawyers.
• Has lectured to the government agencies on fraud and enforcement.
• Presenter at New Zealand Insurance Institute fraud forum.
• Accepted by the Auckland High Court as an expert fraud investigator.
• Member of New Zealand Insurance Law Association, New Zealand Insurance Institute, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.
• A three term President of New Zealand Institute of Professional Investigators.
• November 2006, Guest speaker at the personal request from the Police Commissioner at the Police Symposium
5.
7. Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Daniel Thompson-Toresen is Paragons COO. A Clevedon local he has a 19 year history of private investigations and enforcement.
He holds a Master of Science Degree in Security Management from the University of Leicester, United Kingdom, February 2000 and a Certified Fraud
Examiner, ACFE, Austin, Texas, USA, February 1998.
• 19 years in Investigations and Security Management. Expertise extends to all areas of business, insurance, industry and government.
• Provides a wide range of client services in the areas of administration, planning, management, operations and facility design.
• Expertise includes; risk assessment studies and audits, operational reviews, development of policies and procedures, white collar crime and
fraud countermeasures, employee theft prevention, writing and publications, training programs, event management, incident reviews and
litigation support.
Business Development Director
Another Clevedon local, Daniel A. Thompson, CFE, dip Policing is Paragons Business Development Director and has over 33 years in Investigations
and Security Management Experience which includes:
• Developed and implemented a New Zealand wide Investigation service for the ACC
• Adviser for MAF Qual. Meat Act compliance and prosecutions
• Basic Investigation Training modules for MAF meat.
• Investigated numerous fraud matters and presented training sessions to ACC claims staff.
• Developed and implemented the investigative process for the (BSSA) Australian Business Software Association in association with the (BSA)
Business Software Alliance in the US.
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8. Activities and experience
Paragon is New Zealand’s largest and only truly nationwide private provider of commercial, government, local body and other specialist investigation
and enforcement services.
Although we are a private investigation company, our company principals have been, and still are very much instrumental in leading the industry
from the front by pioneering work conducted by private firms for government departments and local bodies In many instances, we have been the
first private investigators in New Zealand to work for these agencies.
We have many examples of work for government agencies and the examples below are not exhaustive.
Local Councils
We have and still do conduct assignments for the Manukau City Council as well as many others throughout New Zealand.
You will observe from the following examples that we have performed a vast variety of work for various Councils, including but not limited to:
• Household rubbish (illegal dumping, etc...)
• Commercial spill investigations
• Internal theft investigations
• Leaky home investigations
• Complaints against Council Inspectors
• Counterfeit production of rubbish bags
• Threats against Mayor and other staff
7.
9. Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC”)
In 1986, we ran a pilot scheme for the ACC who at that time had no enforcement division.
The scheme was a success and they became the first ever private investigators appointed under the ACC legislation and we are proud that we still hold that
contract today.
Department of Justice
In 1988 we were the first private investigators appointed to conduct investigations for the Department of Justice Corporate Fraud Unit. These investigations
related to various companies that had gained funds from shareholders.
Our work was directly responsible for the formation of an enforcement unit within the Companies Office and we assisted in the training of staff.
Ministry of Agriculture – Meat (“MAF MEAT”)
In 1992 we ran a pilot scheme investigating breaches against the Meat Act 1981. At that time the work was completed by Meat Inspectors, most of whom
had no enforcement experience.
Our successes nationwide were such that MAF Meat had excellent media and we then assisted in the establishment of an in-house investigations unit, train-
ing their investigators on enforcement procedures and the rules of evidence.
Crown Law Office
The Crown Law Office had never used a private investigation company until referred to us.
We have since been involved in several assignments, the most highly publicised being the “Lake Alice” enquiry where we acted for the Crown, investigating
complaints by former patients.
New Zealand Immigration Service (“NZIS”)
In 2004 we were approached by NZIS and asked to assist with a backlog of Immigration verification files originating from India. At that time there was no
formal verification unit at NZIS.
NZIS now have an in-house Central Verification Unit with over 30 staff yet we still receive instructions nationwide and still complete annual projects on their
behalf.
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10. Licensing
As you would expect, all our investigators and support staff are screened personally by us, despite the fact that most are former Police Officers.
We hold a current private investigators licence [Number 700502] under the Private Investigators and Security Guards Act 1974.
We also hold a security guards licence [Number 7001149] under the Private Investigators and Security Guards Act 1974.
This second licence is very important and often overlooked. The fact is that we might be asked to give professional advice or comment in re-
spect to the security arrangements or services provided to/by the Council’s subjects. To do so without the proper licence could well expose the
Council to a claim.
Referees
Our client base is expansive and we welcome the opportunity to provide referees as to our work, professionalism, cost effectiveness, integrity
and reporting.
Conflicts
Paragon has no conflicting interests with the Council.
Should a situation arise where a conflict did occur, we would immediately refer the matter back to the Council giving reasons for the potential
conflict and seek an amicable resolution. This said, we have been conducting enforcement work for many years and have yet to be in a conflict
situation. Perhaps, because we are enforcement focused.
Professional Indemnity and Public Liability
Paragon has both Professional Indemnity Insurance (cover: $1 million) and Public Liability Insurance (cover: $1 million).
Performance Measures
Our proposal is based on the Council adopting a fresh company to assist in your fight against graffiti.
Accordingly, the most relevant benchmark will be the total cost against results achieved and we see this as part of our regular reviews At any
time during our contract period, we would welcome discussion on the opportunity for enhancement in systems between our two organisations
which would lead to better outcomes or a reduction in costs.
With regards to service delivery, we believe that there is a substantial opportunity to appoint selected investigators to work with your Council
staff. Having regular reviews with your Head Office team, de-briefing outcomes and asking for feedback from Councillors are perhaps just some
of the methods by which we will be able to monitor performance.
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12. PARAGON NEW ZEALAND .COM LIMITED
“The Authority on Investigations”
Proud to have a base in Clevedon
Tel: (09) 377-3655 Fax: (09) 358-0110
www.paragonnz.com