Buford, GA (PRWEB) March 29, 2014

Summer Park Apartments is renting comfortable, fully loaded units in a number of suitable floor plans at 1525 Laurel Crossing Pkwy NE in Buford. The location for this modern complex is situated near natural walking trails, tennis courts, and landscaped walkways, a short distance out from real city life. It is a place to relax, exercise, or soak in the pool.

With indoor and outdoor amenities to please everyone, Summer Park Apartments will rank high on clients list. Indoors Tenants will enjoy central heating and air conditioning, electric appliances, and washer and dryer hookups. The spacious closets and storage are a plus, and tenants can count on cable-ready broadband Internet. In selected units, dine at the breakfast bar under a sunlight kitchen window. Raised tray ceilings, crown molding, and new flooring might be an option for those who get in early. A private balcony or patio is available in every unit.

For fitness enthusiasts, there is a 24-hour fitness center as well as an outdoor world here worth checking out. Natural walking trails, volleyball court, picnic area, and salt-water pool are steps from the door. If thats not enough, there is a playground for the kids, and one for the pups too. Work hard, play hard, with Wi-Fi in and around the clubhouse, business center, and pool. Select from pet-friendly units (with fee requirements).

Residents will enter their new paradise through a controlled access gate, and there is 24-hour onsite maintenance and 24-hour emergency services. Hop onto Hwy 20 and cross over I-85 to reach Mall of Georgia in minutes, for shopping and entertainment all day long. Summer Park Apartments is a perfect getaway yet close to everything tenants need for comfortable living.

For anyone wishing to make Summer Park Apartments their new home, units can be requested through an online application service. Once One registers with an email address and new password, he or she can fill out the application form and submit it online. Login regularly to check the status of the application. As a resident, one will enjoy a Summer Park Apartments resident login for property updates and access to various online forms.

The Summer Park Apartments courteous and professional management team will respond to inquiries almost any day of the week (Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5). Visit the Summer Park Apartments website now, or stop by their rental office at 1525 Laurel Crossing Pkwy NE in Buford, Georgia.

About Summer Park Apartments

The Summer Park Apartments are professionally managed by Cottonwood Capital Property Management II, LLC. Summer Park Apartments were listed as top-rated in 2013 by Apartment Ratings.

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Applications for the Home Beautification Grants from Portage Community Revitalization Corporation (PCRC) are being accepted for the 2014 program until March 31.

Homeowners and rental property owners can apply for funding support to help with projects such as painting, siding, windows, doors, landscaping and front steps and walkways. Grants are made possible through the Neighbourhoods Alive! program.

Homeowners may apply to PCRC for a grant of up to $2,500 for exterior repairs or upgrades that provide a visual improvement to the home and neighbourhood. Homeowners must own and live in the home within the City of Portage la Prairie and have a total annual household income of less than $50,000.

Rental property owners may apply for a grant of up to $1,000 and the owner must provide matching funds. The property rental property owners apply for must be within the City of Portage la Prairie and there is a limit of three properties per landlord.

Applications are available online at http://www.PortageCRC.com or at the PCRC office at Unit B, 56 Royal Road N, as well as RONA, McMunn & Yates, the Public Library and City Hall.

For more information contact Mary Lynn Moffat at 240-PCRC (7272) or email m.moffat@PortageCRC.com.

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In an email sent out to faculty and staff on March 25, President Gary Ransdell announced that there will be a reorganization of administrators for the coming school year.

This decision was made after John Osborne, vice president for Campus Services and Facilities, announced he will retire at the end of the spring semester. Ransdell said Osborne's vacancy will not be filled. Money that would have previously gone toward his salary, roughly $130,000, will instead be allocated toward the impending budget cut.

"Effective upon Johns retirement in May, we will move all of our Auxiliary services under Ann Mead, the Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration," Ransdell said in the email.

Otheradministrativepositions will be shifted around as well.

Ransdell also announced in the email that the state Senate approved a different budget than the state House of Representatives.

"We were pleased that the Senate version eliminated the 2.5 percent cut to Higher Education ($1.8million from WKU)," Ransdell said in the email.

The Senate's version of the budget, however, eliminates spending for capital projects, which would have gone to renovating the rest of the science campus at WKU. Funds for the renovation of the Thompson Complex Center Wing would be cut entirely.

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"Fellow Faculty and Staff:

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On the way to class, students may soon pass an orchard lush with fresh fruit, ripe for the picking.

Conceived by Neil Brown, senior in chemical engineering, and UT alumnus Chris Weller, the Big Orange Orchard would establish a series of edible, self-sustaining gardens across campus; the entire Knoxville community would be welcome to munch. Tuesday, the Student Government Association Senate passed a resolution in unanimous support of this concept, placing the project under the jurisdiction of an SGA committee on environment and sustainability. Their next steps? Finalize the design, calculate a total budget and present the proposal to Facilities Services for final approval.

Also working to evaluate student support, landscape architecture students presented orchard design ideas for McClung Plaza and the green space beside it. While Brown and Weller will likely combine the designs along with their own ideas for the final presentation, Julianna Burchett, junior in environmental science, believes the project will help showcase UT's efforts to 'Make Orange Green.'

"UT has continuously said that they're pushing for sustainability," Burchett said. "It's such a sustainable campus, and yet we appear relatively barren of really sustainable projects compared to other campuses. Speaking from the aesthetic side, UT was named one of the ugliest campuses.

"If we do this, we won't be on the top 10 list of ugliest campuses. It'll make the campus a beautiful place to be."

If the orchard cannot be placed along main walkways in its first year, Brown and Weller plan to pursue other options, like space on the Agriculture Campus or near Project V.E.G.G.I.E.'s current garden next to the Andy Holt parking garage.

Ideally, the gardens will be designed, planted and cultivated solely through UT students and staff. Throughout the year, students will be welcome to participate in upkeep.

"I think in the past UT has really called upon outside developers and organizers to come in and make changes," Burchett said. "This project is internal to UT."

Brown estimates the undertaking will require three years of maintenance labor on two sites, amounting to $36,000 not including the salaries of maintenance employees.

"This is better than sustainable," Brown said. "It's regenerative, it's putting something there like it used to be before humans came and knocked it down."

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Martinson-Nicholls new fiberglass step covers and walkways provide durable, lightweight slip-resistance on stairs, inclines, ramps and floors. The easy to install and cost-effective covers come in three different anti-slip grit options.

Cleveland, Ohio (PRWEB) - Featuring a proprietary coating of mineral abrasive epoxy grit, Martinson-Nicholls' new fiberglass step covers and walkways provide a lightweight and durable anti-slip surface. With three coating options, heavy, medium or fine, our covers may be applied to any structurally sound surface including steps, inclines, floors, and ramps. These fiberglass covers are a cost-effective way to provide slip-resistant footing to existing surfaces, and combine low maintenance with long service life.

According to Dan Ruminski, president of Martinson-Nicholls, "These fiberglass step and ramp covers are an easy and economical way to improve the safety of stairs, ramps and inclined walkways."

The mineral abrasive epoxy grit is bonded to 0.125" thick thermoset polyester, fiber-reinforced polymer panels. These fiberglass step covers and panels are fire-retardant and easy to maintain. The epoxy grit surface may be swept to loosen and remove dirt, and cleaned with a general-purpose industrial floor cleaner and bristle brush. The step covers and walkway panels may also be pressure washed with up to 1000 psi.

The step covers come in lengths up to 12 feet in three standard sizes:

They are offered in single color treads of yellow or black, or a two-color version with a yellow nose and black back.

The fiberglass flat panels for walkways and ramps come in yellow or black, with standard sizes of 30" x 96" and 48" x 96". Additional sizes can also be provided.

Typical applications include:

About Martinson-Nicholls Martinson-Nicholls, has established itself as a leader in custom anti-slip tape, floor mats, andeco-friendly products for more than 25 years.

Martinson-Nicholls provides the customer with the exact size matting needed--small, large, standard, nonstandard, special shapes and logos. Custom installations are also a specialty of the company.

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The Region of Niagara has put the final touches on its long-awaited lakefront enhancement strategy, and Fort Erie will be looking to snag some of the new funds up for grabs.

We were actually one of the municipalities that consulted with the Region through this process, so were very much aware of the funding thats available, said Signe Hansen, the towns manager of parks and open space development. Certainly from a staff perspective, were looking at various lakefront capital projects to see where we can take advantage of those funds.

Last month, Regional politicians approved a new lakefront enhancement strategy for the Lake Ontario and Lake Erie shorelines in Niagara, and have given staff the go-ahead to fire up an application process for financial incentives. Its the first phase of a planned two-phase plan, which has been in the works for a few years.

While the first phase will only apply to the seven Niagara municipalities with Great Lakes shoreline access which have 135 km of waterfront the second phase will be expanded to include Niagaras many smaller lakes, rivers and creeks, in all 12 cities and towns.

Last year, Fort Erie took its first concrete steps towards redesigning the numerous public access walkways that lead to the lakefront along the towns southern shore. The contentious developments have been on the towns back burner for years until disputes with nearby property owners and disagreements over the design were finally ironed out last year. The first walkway to the get a facelift will be Rose Avenue entrance this year and will see the unkempt, sandy walkway replaced with concrete paving, picnic tables and bike racks.

The town is responsible for maintaining several other similar walkways leading to the lake, and plans to redesign them all eventually, but a cost of about $50,000 each, the town only budgeted for one new walkway this year.

Our initiative on those projects were cited in the Regions lakefront enhancement strategy so they are definitely eligible and well be looking to apply for funding as we continue down the shoreline, said Hansen, who added the next public walkway to get a redesign would likely be the access point at Beachview Avenue.

The Region plans to help co-ordinate the efforts, and will provide 50 per cent matching funding from local towns and cities, up to $1 million per municipality every three years. The Region will also offer in-kind support such as staff advice and has budgeted about $10 million over a decade for the entire project.

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PLAISTOW For more than a quarter century, the police department has been working on upgrades to its firing range and tactical training center on Wilder Drive near the towns highway garage.

It was just earlier this month, however, that the planning board approved a site plan for the project.

Police Chief Stephen Savage said the formal approved site plan will accomplish a number of things as work continues on the firing range, including making sure the police department continues to use best environmental practices at the shooting range.

Up until now, Savage said there had been no formal process for work on the firing range other than going before selectmen. Now, any future work will require the approval of the planning board or building inspector.

This is formalizing our relationship, the way it should be, Savage told the planning board.

The history of the firing range goes back to the 1980s, when selectmen approved use of part of the former town dump by the police department.

Over the following years, the department worked to clean up the site, and the past several years have seen a flurry of activity at the range as it has become a training site for outside agencies as well as the Plaistow Police Department.

It has been our dream to have a permanent place that is properly supported and appropriately built, said Savage.

Several years ago, the police department added a permanent structure at the range, and last year it added an overhang for the structure.

Savage said all the work has been paid for either through donations or from asset forfeiture money.

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Naples, FL (PRWEB) March 17, 2014

D.R. Horton announced the opening of its Washington luxury model at the village of Chiasso in Fiddlers Creek. The fully furnished single-family home is currently open for viewing.

Located in the beautiful Veneta section of Fiddlers Creek, Chiasso is a sanctuary of peace and the pinnacle of luxury living. Entwined with waterways, each of the 59 single-family homesites provides superb privacy, most featuring stunning lake views. The village features five spacious floorplans, ranging from 2,583 air-conditioned square feet to 3,522 air-conditioned square feet.

Professionally decorated by One of a Kind Design Inc., the Washington luxury model encompasses 2,788 air-conditioned square feet. This one-story residence has three bedrooms, three and a half baths and a den located just steps off of a spacious great room. There also is a formal dining room with an inviting covered entry and an optional three-car garage.

The Washington model features several upgrades to showcase the level of options currently available in the Chiasso series, including the optional outdoor kitchen and optional pool and spa with direct views of a tranquil lake. The base price for the Washington is currently $568,990.

One other fully furnished model is currently open for viewing in the village of Chiasso.

The Madison is a move-in-ready home offering 3,246 air-conditioned square feet. This lakefront home has three bedrooms, four baths, a den, and a large entrance foyer with a coffered ceiling that leads to the formal living room and dining room with contemporary finishes throughout. The bedrooms are situated in separate corners of the home to ensure privacy and the den is large enough to accommodate an alternate fourth bedroom just off the covered lanai with sliding glass doors leading to the pool and spa. The Madison is currently priced from $586,990.

Each residence in the village of Chiasso is built of structurally engineered reinforced concrete block wall construction with high profile concrete roof tiles. Each home also features brick paver driveways and walkways. Interior design features include a luxury kitchen with granite countertops and 42cabinets with decorative finishes; exquisite baths with designer bath fixtures and granite countertops; ceramic tile flooring; and energy saving features throughout.

Located just off Collier Boulevard between Naples and Marco Island, Fiddlers Creek is an award-winning community that has been selected by the readers of the Naples Daily News and Bonita Daily News as Best Community in the Southwest Florida Readers Choice Awards. The community also received the 2013 CBIA Sand Dollar Award for Community of the Year.

Amenities include the 54,000-square-foot Club & Spa, Fitness Center, Tropical Lagoon-Style Swimming Complex, Tennis Courts, Tot Lot, and Casual and Elegant Dining Restaurants. The Club & Spa at Fiddlers Creek offers a luxurious resort lifestyle and is the location of numerous community-wide parties and special events throughout the year for residents of all ages.

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Properly prepping your house to put on the real estate market is a vital step in increasing your chances of getting a good offer on your home. However, there is a fine line between making your home feel comfortable while also de-personalizing it enough so that a potential buyer can visualize themselves living in your home.

You want to show your house in the best light possible, literally. To create depth and make your home look as large as possible to potential buyers, start by making sure your home is well-lit in all rooms. Make sure your curtains are open and all the light bulbs in your lighting fixtures are working.

Along with having good lighting, you have to declutter your home. This cant be emphasized enough. Even if you feel youve put enough things away or have taken many of your possessions to an off-site storage facility, you may have to do more. Your real estate agent should be able to objectively tell you if youve decluttered to the degree necessary to enhance the positive aspects of your home.

Be ruthless about cleaning your home when youre getting ready to put it on the real estate market. Remove any unpleasant odors before a showing. HOWEVER, make sure you dont leave behind a strong chemical smell, like bleach. It may lead a potential buyer to think you are actually trying to cover up a major problem. Do whatever is necessary to remove the cause of the odor dont just mask it.

Some other key things to do when cleaning and decluttering your home include the following:

Take pictures of yourself and your children, including their names, off walls and other places. Remove any large family portraits and replace them with mirrors, if possible. Mirrors also help create more depth in your home.

Put all valuables away or remove completely from your property if possible, including items that have a valuable autograph on them.

Remove prescription drugs from your medicine cabinets or anywhere else you have them stored. Completely remove from your property if possible.

Put toys and gaming systems away.

Remove pets from the property if you are having an open house and when your real estate agent has scheduled showings.

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Home buying 101: Declutter your house before selling

There are millions of pedestrians and commuters in Metro Manila. Each person has a different story to tell.

I consider myself a heavy commuter as I travel from Alabang to Ortigas via bus on a daily basis. I am one of millions who just have to deal with the daily inconvenience.

I say inconvenience because of the potholed walkways, the lurking snatcher, the second hand smoke staples of Metro Manila public transportation.

I always thought having a car was the ticket out of the problem, but when I saw the ideas behind road sharing, things changed. I experienced a mindshift.

On Febuary 17, I joined a group that filed the road-sharing petition in the Supreme Court.

I recall it felt good, hopeful, to walk beside a hundred others to push for the cause and sue the government for not prioritizing public transportation in urban planning.

We the people are not hopeless, nor are we helpless, said environmental lawyer Tony Oposa, one of many leaders behind the 'Share The Roads' movement.

The movement has only begun. (READ: Commuters to gov't: Limit cars to half of the roads)

Today we launch a peaceful revolution, he proclaimed.

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