After several years during which turning old warships into artificial reefs was fashionable, four decommissioned aircraft carriers will instead be dismantled and recycled.
The four decommissioned carriers are: USS CONSTELLATION, US FORRESTAL, USS INDEPENDENCE and USS SARATOGA.
A strong metal market makes recoverable metals worth iup to $30 million.
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The BOD has decided to temporarily allow floatation devices in the swimming pool on a 1 month trial basis.
Our current Rules and Regulations state that floatation devices are not allowed.
Again, this will be a 1-month trial basis. The Board will revisit this topic at the July 13th meeting, and, at that time decide whether or not to allow floatation devices permanently.
You will be kept informed of the results.
In the meantime, enjoy the summer and our beautiful swimming pool!
THE FOLLOWING ABOUT ST. PATRICK IS PROVIDED BY WIKIPEDIA.
Little is known of Patrick’s early life, though it is known that he was born in Roman Britain in the 4th century, into a wealthy Romano-British family.
His father and grandfather were deacons in the Church. At the age of sixteen, he was kidnapped by Irish raiders and taken captive to Ireland as a slave.[3] It is believed he was held somewhere on the west coast of Ireland, possibly Mayo, but the exact location is unknown. According to his Confession, he was told by God in a dream to flee from captivity to the coast, where he would board a ship and return to Britain. Upon returning, he quickly joined the Church in Auxerre in Gaul and studied to be a priest.
In 432, he again said that he was called back to Ireland, though as a bishop, to Christianise the Irish from their native polytheism. Irish folklore tells that one of his teaching methods included using the shamrockto explain the Christian doctrine of the Trinity to the Irish people. After nearly thirty years of evangelism, he died on 17 March 461, and according to tradition, was buried at Downpatrick. Although there were other more successful missions to Ireland from Rome, Patrick endured as the principal champion of Irish Christianity and is held in esteem in the Irish Church.
Click on the following link to learn why we close financial institutions, schools and government agencies today, the 3rd Monday in February, February 21st. CLICK ON ME!
When you file your 2010 fax return, you’ll be able to turn refund money into U.S. Savings Bonds and share the wealth as a gift to a loved one.
The Series I bonds, which you can also buy for yourself, are sold in increments of $50 and delivered by mail in paper form. To buy them, include Form 8888 with your tax return.
Interest will accrue at an inflation-adjusted rate that resets every 6 months. Bonds bought between now and the April 15th filing deadline will pay 0.74 percent interest.
Generally the bonds must be held for at least a year, but after that the owner can redeem them, with forfeiture of 3 months’ interest if less than 5 years have passed. For more information, check the instructions for Forms 1040 and 8888.
Savings Bonds are a big part of the national debt — currently there are close to $190 billion worth outstanding. ”Buy Bonds”
“Thanks to John Burgess, aarp.org/bulletin Jan-Feb 2011″
Every Wednesday night during winter is “Trivia Night” at O’Shea’s. It starts at 7 pm and consists of teams of 4 players playing for the most correct answers. Play for bar tabs. The more teams they have, the higher the bar tab…. so bring friends. And enjoy the evening. It is a lot of fun. Unbelievable questions. Unbelievable fun. And you might as well eat and drink while you are there.
Please try it. You might like it.
The painters are 60% finished on the 2nd floor as of today, 12/14, and should be on the 1st floor next week (12/20 – 12/24). It takes the painting crew 5-6 days per floor as it is meticulous work and lots of square footage needs to be “prepped” before painting begins.
It looks great. And this is the expensive paint that can be cleaned with a wet rag when marked and can be painted in spots and it will blend in with the existing paint and not leave a telltale spot.
Great. Another big plus for making this a great condo to live in. Thanks to management, Guy in Maintenance and to the Board of Directors (Lee, Jim, Al, Keti and Bob)!
December 17th is “Free Shipping Day, when last-minute shoppers get lucky with guaranteed gift delivery by Christmas Eve – if you order online from leading retailers.
Visit FreeShippingDay.com for a list of up to 1,000 retailers expect to take part in the program this year. Last year about 750 participated. Retailers such as Baby Universe, Cabela’s, Ralph Lauren, Sears, Ann Taylor, Teva and Zappos to name only a few. A great web site to make your life easier this holiday season and avoid the crowds at the malls.
Some retailers may have rules, such as a minimum purchase amount, but to be included all must provide some free shipping offers on Dec. 17th and ensure delivery within one week.
“Thank you Sid Kirchheimer thru AARP.ORG/bulletin”
Need I say more?
2011 Year End BOD Meeting….
December 13, 2011
Monthly Pest Spray on Tuesday, December 13th
December 12, 2011
Bob Feller Honored with Lone Sailor Award!
December 7, 2011
Another new 610 library book thriller….
November 30, 2011
