By JIM MAURER STAFF WRITER

Sheriff Michael Heldman and Lt. Ryan Kidwell, jail administrator, updated the Hancock County commissioners Thursday on the recently-completed window replacement project at the county jail.

The project to replace glass and repair window frames began last fall, Kidwell said. The mild winter weather allowed work to continue during January and February.

The windows were original to the building, which was constructed in the 1980s, and had rusted from exposure to water over the years.

Some inmates were housed in Putnam and Wood County jails during the work, as cell blocks were emptied to maintain security during installation.

Heldman and Kidwell suggested an exterior inspection every three to five years to take care of any issues which may arise.

Heldman said a portion of the building gets direct sunlight, which dries out the frames, while a lack of sunlight on another portion allows moisture to build up on the frames.

Last July, the commissioners approved a $179,000 contract with Cornerstone Detention Products, Madison, Alabama. Last month, the commissioners approved an additional $52,758 to cover frame repairs.

Separately, the commissioners approved a resolution to allow soil testing at a Madison Township 68 property, Arlington, for repair/replacement of a home septic treatment system. The soil testing and project will be funded entirely with grant money received by the Blanchard River Watershed Partnership.

The commissioners also met in executive session for the stated purpose of discussing potential litigation. No action was taken.

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Fixing the glass screen on a cell phone is not the same as fixing a glass window on a property, yet different languages interpret things differently

Boca Raton, Florida (PRWEB) March 31, 2017

Express Glass & Board Up, Boca Ratons most popular sliding glass door repair service, is proud to announce a new bilingual blog post on the topic of glass repair, especially with respect to sliding glass doors. Glass repair can be interpreted in different ways depending on the language. Residents searching for emergency sliding glass door repair may need to understand the differences for a quicker response time.

Fixing the glass screen on a cell phone is not the same as fixing a glass window on a property, yet different languages interpret things differently, commented Yani Santos, general manager of Express Glass. We have many Spanish speakers in the Florida area and have received calls confusing the services. We thought a new blog post explaining the differences would be helpful.

To review the new blog post about differences in glass repair services please visit - http://www.expressglassfl.com/blog/glass-repair/boca-raton-iphones-no-boca-raton-glass-repair-si/. Clear distinctions between glass repair for cell phones or cars and glass repair for houses has been explained. For information about sliding glass door repair in Boca Raton and the surrounding Florida area, please go to http://www.expressglassfl.com/boca-raton-fl/.

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Floridas multicultural and vibrant community can be used to seeing English to Spanish translations on signs around town. Signs in two languages can offer the English and Spanish version to help the larger population. If the language has not been deciphered correctly, a confusing message can be the result. Many funny language translation fails can be found online for amusement. It may not be amusing if a Boca Raton resident has a broken patio door and needs emergency sliding glass door repair service. If English is a second language, typing glass repair into an online search may bring up the wrong type of service. Wasting time trying to locate the best sliding glass door repair in Boca Raton could become frustrating.

Express Glass, a top-rated sliding glass door repair service in Boca Raton has released a new blog post. The new post translates what glass repair can mean and the confusion caused by a cultural barrier. Broken glass at a home or the office can be a danger and should be repaired quickly. Searching for glass repair online may not be enough. Several types of glass repair could be the result such as auto glass or cell phone screen replacement. Specific words such as sliding glass door repair or emergency home window replacement may help. Experts in auto glass or cell phone screen repair may not be the right choice for a shattered home window. Express Glass has helped Boca Raton clear up a language barrier to fixing a sliding glass door repair problem.

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WACO, Texas, March 31, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Winter Storm Stella provided much of the U.S. with one more dose of frigid temperatures, and as homeowners continue to set furnaces on high, Aire Serv is sharing tips to protect homes from what many refer to as the silent killer - carbon monoxide.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than 20,000 Americans visit the emergency room yearly for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. The gas is colorless and odorless, making it otherwise unnoticeable without a carbon monoxide detector. While high-level exposure can cause permanent damage or even death, even low concentrations can be harmful enough to a household's indoor air quality.

"Carbon monoxide can be produced from any system or appliance that burns fuel. While all home appliances are designed to vent properly to the exterior, cracks or blockages can cause leaks into the home," said Steve Truett, president of Aire Serv. "That's why Aire Serv stresses the importance of scheduling annual maintenance for all equipment including furnaces, water heaters and space heaters. Routine upkeep and other preventative measures, such as installing carbon monoxide detectors throughout the home, can help ensure the health and safety of the entire household."

Aire Serv recommends installing carbon monoxide detectors on or near the ceiling of every floor of the home, especially outside of bedrooms. Other considerations to keep in mind when placing detectors:

Aire Servoffers premium residential and commercial services for every type of heating and cooling system.Home services, which include heating and air conditioner repair, replacement and maintenance, are charged by the job and not by the hour. In addition, Aire Serv conveniently offers 24-hour emergency heating and air conditioning repair and service to its residential and commercial customers. For more information about Aire Serv and its HVAC services, please visitAireServ.com.

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100 years later, Texas is still a key market for J.C. Penney Dallas Business Journal ... like refining its Sephora partnership and opening new concepts, including rolling out appliances to additional stores and piloting home installation services like bathroom remodeling, home heating and cooling systems, quick-ship and installed ...

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The Office of Facility Planning and Control (FPC) is responsible for administration of the state's capital outlay budget process, which includes preparation of a preliminary state construction plan. The document outlines state and local projects for possible funding using a mixture of state general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, state and federal cash and often fees and self-generated funds. The proposed construction budget is contained in House Bill 2 which is introduced at regular legislative sessions. The proposed construction budget is sometimes altered during the legislative sessions by lawmakers before becoming law. FPC also administers the state and non-state projects that are ultimately funded, overseeing the contracts from planning through construction and project completion.

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Ninety-three percent of the construction waste from UC Merceds building was diverted from landfills.

Ten years after receiving its first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the University of California(UC), Merced in Merced, California, has earned platinum certification for Classroom and Office Building 2 (COB2).

This marks the campus 17th LEED certification for new construction and its eighth platinum designation. From day one, we made a deliberate commitment to build to highest sustainable standards, Assistant Director of Sustainability Mark Maxwell says. With each new building, were proud to demonstrate that were keeping that promise.

COB2 opened last fall, providing much-needed classrooms, tutorial space, research labs and academic and administrative offices to support the campuss projected growth.

Some of COB2s sustainable features include:

Like many of the campuss other buildings, COB2 pulls chilled and hot water from the Central Plant, which contributes to its high energy efficiency.

Classroom and Office Building 1 is also expected to achieve the campuss second LEED Building Operations and Maintenance (LEED O+M) certification shortly. The Leo and Dottie Kolligian Library earned a gold certificate in Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance in 2015.

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New Beltline loft office building leasing up, more deals in the works Atlanta Business Chronicle Dick's Sporting Goods is putting one of its key technology divisions at a new office building along the Atlanta Beltline. Dick's (NYSE: DKS) will lease a little more than 30,000 square feet at The Willoughby, a mid-rise project overlooking the Eastside ... and more »

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On Aug. 5, 2016, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Council 10 completed another major upgrade at its facility at 4224 Ricker Hill Road in west Davenport. The floor of the main ballroom area was professionally finished, thereby dramatically increasing the rooms appeal and ensuring a safe environment for people of all ages.

Support for this project was provided by the Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA). Since 2011, the SCRA and the Riverboat Development Authority (RDA) have provided much appreciated and much needed assistance in renovating the local LULAC facility. The SCRA has also underwritten the installation of new air handling equipment and new siding.

During that same time span, the RDA has sponsored the installation of a new ceiling in the main hall area, two restroom upgrades and numerous event sponsorships, including the LULAC scholarship banquet.

All of these initiatives have been vital to what LULAC Council 10 is doing for our community. The council leadership and its members offer their heartfelt gratitude for the wonderful support provided by the Scott County Regional Authority and the Riverboat Development Authority.

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Wednesday morning Stevan Buren Roofing had taken 15 weather-related calls.

With the severe storms that have dumped heavy rains, winds and hail throughout the North Texas area, roofing contractors have kept busy this week, to say the least, said Stacey Greenawalt, marketing director at Stevan Buren.

While such business is good for roofers, it can also bring out droves of fly-by-night contractors looking to take advantage of people who might be in shock they suddenly have no roof over their heads, she said.

Such contractors arent necessarily easy to identify, she said.

On their website, they have posted a list of seven questions people can ask for any kind of contractor, whether roofers, plumbers, electricians or other services:

Does the company have a physical location? Fly-by night contractors work from their trucks and easily disappear. Someone with an office you can find on a map (rather than a post office box) is more likely to be found again.

Does the contractor carry proper insurance? Contractors should at minimum be able to produce proof of general liability insurance and some will have coverage specific to their work.

How long has the company been in business? Some contractors are only in business during storm season.

Does the contractor provide a warranty? Stevan Buren suggests asking for workmanship and product warranties and said written warranties are the best.

Does the contractor have a website? A website can be checked from your phone even when the contractor is present talking to you.

Who does the actual work? Learn who is actually coming out to do the work and if there will be an accountable supervisor on site to talk to.

Can the contractor provide references? Reputable contractors will be able to provide plenty of satisfied customers to give references.

Greenawalt said their company will check with previous clients first when storms strike an area to see if any repair work is needed.

She said when their crews are working with previous clients they will also get approached by people needing repairs. The company picked up clients like this recently in Whitney after a January tornado.

It is that time of year when bad contractors come out, said Johnson County Sheriff Adam King, and people can fall prey to them if they dont take care to do research on the contractor.

He suggested to check the company on the Better Business Bureau site to see how they rank. There are other reputable sites to check like Angies List or Home Advisor.

We havent had reports recently, Cleburne police spokeswoman Detective Kelly Summey said of roofing scams, although reports came when a tornado struck Cleburne in 2013.

Still, she said, the police department wants people to be aware of fly-by-night contractors.

She said contractors should be vetted thoroughly, and also suggested the first place to research is the Better Business Bureau.

Also, any roofer doing business in Cleburne will be registered with the city of Cleburne as a contractor, she said. Be leery of people who come to your door telling you that you have roof damage. This is usually something you should already be aware of and if youre not, get a second opinion. Legitimate roofing companies will never ask for full payment in advance of fixing your roof. All estimates should be in writing and should be provided to you prior to any work being done.

Summey also said to remain aware of people coming up to talk about roofing or other contracting needs. Sometimes scammers will work together, luring a person outside so their partners can burglarize the home.

Additionally, she said to report any suspicious activity to police.

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