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Dear Kansas Turnpike Authority,
I am writing to you today to bring to your attention an
important issue that I believe deserves consideration. As you are no doubt
aware, the safety of motorists on the Kansas Turnpike is of paramount
importance, and it is imperative that steps be taken to ensure that all drivers
are obeying traffic laws and driving responsibly.
With this in mind, I would like to draw your attention to a
particular scene in the classic film The Godfather, in which the character
Sonny Corleone is tragically killed in a hail of bullets while driving on a
toll road. As a viewer of this film, I couldn't help but think that if Sonny
had a K tag, he would still be alive today.
As you know, a K tag is a form of electronic toll collection
that allows drivers to pass through toll booths without stopping to pay. This
not only saves time for motorists, but also reduces the likelihood of accidents
and other incidents that can occur when drivers have to slow down or come to a
complete stop at toll booths.
In the case of Sonny Corleone, it is clear that his need to
stop and pay the toll at the booth contributed to his untimely demise. Had he
been able to simply pass through the booth with a K tag, he may have been able
to avoid the ambush that ultimately led to his death.
While I realize that this is a fictional scenario, I believe
that it underscores the importance of promoting safe driving practices on the
Kansas Turnpike. By encouraging more drivers to use K tags, you can help to
reduce the risk of accidents and other incidents that can occur when drivers
are forced to stop at toll booths.
Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I hope that
you will consider taking steps to promote the use of K tags on the Kansas
Turnpike.
Sincerely,
The Godfather
I found this in my treasures ......... Henry McClure
To: Wine Drinkers From: Trudy Subject: Resveratrol Resveratrol is a natural compound found in some plants, such as grapes, blueberries, and peanuts. It is often promoted for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Here are some key points to keep in mind when considering resveratrol:
1. Potential benefits: Resveratrol has been suggested to have a range of potential health benefits, such as protecting the heart, reducing inflammation, and lowering the risk of certain types of cancer.
2. Sources: Resveratrol is found in a variety of foods, but the highest concentrations are found in red wine and grapes.
3. Dosage: There is no established optimal dosage of resveratrol, but studies have used dosages ranging from 150 milligrams to 5 grams per day.
4. Safety: Resveratrol is generally considered safe when consumed in food. However, there is limited research on the long-term effects of taking resveratrol supplements, so it is important to consult with a healthcare provider before taking them.
5. Limitations: While some studies have suggested potential benefits of resveratrol, others have shown no significant effects.
More research is needed to fully understand the potential benefits and limitations of resveratrol. Overall, resveratrol is an interesting compound that has been the subject of much research. However, more studies are needed to determine its true potential and any risks associated with its use.
Mace Siegel, Prominent CC/BUS Alumnus, Dies
Founder of the MaceRich Company, a national developer and operator of shopping malls, dies at 86 in his home in Beverly Hills.
Siegel in 2009 in Lakewood |
Mace Siegel, Columbia College and Columbia Business School alumnus and real estate magnate, died October 26th at his home in Beverly Hills. He was 86.
With Richard Cohen, Siegel founded the namesake shopping-mall development company in 1964 in New York City, combining their first names and naming it Macerich. The company established a headquarters in Ames, Iowa, finding a niche as a redeveloper of shopping centers, ultimately moving to Santa Monica to oversee the rehabilitation of an outdated mall in Lakewood. Siegel retired from the company in 2008.
Born Sept. 1, 1925, in Jersey City, N.J., in Jersey City, N.J., and serving in the Navy during World War II, Siegel attended Columbia University after the war, graduating from Columbia College in 1948 then studying at the Columbia School of Business. In 1962 Siegel met his future wife, Jan, a big band singer on a blind date at New York's Aqueduct racetrack and they married three months later.
The two horse lovers purchased their first racehorse in 1964 and named the filly Najecam, which is "Mace" and "Jan" combined and spelled backward. By the mid-1970s, they had the first of dozens of stakes winners. Among their best-known horses were 2004 male juvenile champion Declan's Moon and grade I stakes winners Boys at Tosconova, I Ain't Bluffing, Urbane, Stormy But Valid, Miss Iron Smoke, Hedonist, and I Believe in You. Other stars included Arson Squad, Rail Trip, Forest Fealty, and Love of Money. In October of 2011, Redeemed won the Oklahoma Derby at Remington Park. Other major race winners include Rail Trip, who took the prestigious Hollywood Gold Cup in 2009, and Urbane, who won races in the mid-1990s in Florida, Maryland and Delaware, earning more than a million dollars for the Siegels.
The Siegel family settled in Beverly Hills in 1976 and became fixtures on the Southern California racing circuit. Jan was as enthusiastic about racing as her husband.
In the early 1980s Siegel, considered a godfather of Southern California horse racing for his role as an advocate for the sport, founded the Thoroughbred Owners Against Drugs to press for equine drug testing and other measures to ensure a fairer playing field. He also made generous donations to the California Retirement Management Account (CARMA) for retired racehorses, and supported the charitable Edwin Gregson Foundation. Beyond racing, Siegel's philanthropy included the City of Hope cancer center.
When CARMA was just getting started in 2008, Siegel stood up at a fundraiser and pledged $200,000, then challenged other industry participants to show their support for racehorse retirement programs. In 2008, he and daughter Samantha were honored by the Edwin J. Gregson Foundation for their industry leadership and charitable giving. Earlier this year, Siegel pledged $1.5 million to the City of Hope in Duarte, Calif., to endow a professorship. He and wife Jan were longtime supporters of the City of Hope, a leading research, treatment and education center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. A wing of the hospital is named in honor of Jan Siegel, who died from cancer in 2002.
Siegel had 50 years of experience in the shopping center business. He served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Macerich Co. from September 1993 to September 4, 2008 and Director and Chairman Emeritus from September 2008 to June 8, 2009.
Macerich owns and operates 70 regional shopping centers around the country with 22 shopping centers in California, 12 of which are in the SoCal area including: the Westside Pavilion in West LA, the newly rebuilt Santa Monica Place, the Stonewood Center in Downey, Paseo Nuevo in Santa Barbara, Panorama Mall, Pacific View in Ventura, The Oaks in Thousand Oaks, Northridge Mall, Los Cerritos Center, Lakewood Center, La Cumbre Plaza in Santa Barbara, and the Inland Center in San Bernardino.
Siegel is survived by his daughter, Samantha, of Beverly Hills, and his son, Evan, of Simi Valley. Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills, 6300 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles.
McDonald's loses the legal battle with chef Jamie Oliver, who proved that the food they sell is not fit to be ingested because it is highly toxic.
The Redevelopment Project Manager collaborates with the business development team at GO Topeka and the staff at both the City of Topeka and Shawnee County to facilitate catalytic development for the City's downtown areas, neighborhoods, and underutilized areas. The right candidate is a highly organized, efficient, and self-motivated professional who communicates effectively and provides top-notch customer service to neighborhoods, districts, and prospective developers. This position fosters relationships and helps to attract and manage catalytic redevelopment projects to redevelop sites to their best and highest use. Training and experience in economic development, planning, preservation, commercial real estate, incentives, and neighborhood/district citizen dynamics is essential.
Although we seek a professional with the education and background to hit the ground running, our primary focus is to find a teammate who will live our core values and partner with the GTP team with energy and passion. Successful candidates must also demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the business community in Topeka and Shawnee County, as well as, and excellent interpersonal and presentational skills. A background in real state is preferred, but not required.
The Greater Topeka Partnership’s mission is to be the catalyst for economic prosperity within our community and our vision is that the greater Topeka region is internationally recognized as a vibrant, innovative, fun, diverse, and healthy community. We are committed to diversifying the voice of the community, doing right by those who have entrusted us with our mission, looking toward a brighter future and infusing passion into everything we do. To that end, we hold to the following core values:
Diversity & Inclusion - Our organization, like our community, is great when everyone has a chance to come to the table with a voice that is heard and valued.
Integrity - We place integrity at the forefront of all our decisions and will continue to build a team only of individuals who are dedicated to doing the right thing in a fair and honest way.
Visionary - The future starts today and the decisions we make shape tomorrow for the next generation. We set our sights on innovation. We encourage and support creativity in our community and stay on the cutting edge of our industry’s standards.
Passion for Community - We love our community!
GO Topeka's mission is to create county-wide economic success for all companies and citizens through the implementation of an aggressive economic development strategy that capitalizes on the unique strengths of the community.
It is in their vision that Topeka & Shawnee Country is known in Kansas and the greater region for being a leader at creating opportunities that result in economic success for all.
The Greater Topeka Partnership (The Partnership) is a collaborative organization which brings together community organizations invested in economic development and quality of life Topeka & Shawnee County. The Partnership's model allows for shared resources and expertise to work on the common goal of economic prosperity for the region. Their total budget is $10 million.
Interested candidates should send cover letter, and resume to Yesy Lawrence. The deadline is Tuesday, November 30, 2021'
Salary range: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00
Yesenia (Yesy) Lawrence 2nd
Bilingual Human Resources Professional | 10+ Years of experience in WC, FMLA, and ER.
Job Poster LocationTopeka Metropolitan Area