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13415 Central Pike, Mount Juliet, 37122

Year built: 1991

Square feet: 3,312

Price: $615,000

Description: Home on 3.5 acres with four bedrooms, 2.5 baths within minutes to Providence Marketplace. Home has pool and hot tub, finished basement can be optional fifth bedroom. Home has additional three-car detached garage.

13415 Central Pike, Mount Juliet, 37122(Photo: Homes.com)

13415 Central Pike, Mount Juliet, 37122(Photo: Homes.com)

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928 Cherry Plum Court, Nashville, 37215

Year built: 1997

Square feet: 2,001

Price: $615,000

Description: Home in Green Hills has three bedrooms, three baths and open floor plan with curved arches and columns, master bedroom downstairs, hardwoods, granite. Home has room above garage that can be bedroom, study or media room. It also has fenced back yard and Florida room/office.

928 Cherry Plum Court, Nashville, 37215(Photo: Homes.com)

928 Cherry Plum Court, Nashville, 37215(Photo: Homes.com)

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2925 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro, 37130

Year built: 1903

Square feet: 4,152

Price: $615,000

Description: Colonial style house has five bedrooms, five baths and has been renovated with new electrical wiring, plumbing and HVAC. The foundation was revamped with steel reinforcements. Kitchen has walk-in pantry. Living room has a double-sided fireplace into the family room. Home has two balconies, covered porch and deck.

2925 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro, 37130(Photo: Homes.com)

2925 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro, 37130(Photo: Homes.com)

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Deterioration deemed a safety hazard

Cathie Crew, cathie.crew@pioneergroup.com

Riverside Park West campground was closed to camping this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. An in-depth assessment of the facilities has shown a need for substantial upgrades, which the Evart city council is considering. (Submitted photo)

Riverside Park West campground was closed to camping this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. An in-depth assessment of the facilities has shown a need for substantial upgrades, which the Evart city council is

Riverside Park West campground was closed to camping this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. An in-depth assessment of the facilities has shown a need for substantial upgrades, which the Evart city council is considering. (Submitted photo)

Riverside Park West campground was closed to camping this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. An in-depth assessment of the facilities has shown a need for substantial upgrades, which the Evart city council is

Evart Riverside Park West campground in need of upgrades

EVART The Evart city council was presented with an assessment of the facilities at the Riverside Park West campground at its recent meeting.

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the campground remained closed this season, which allowed for an in-depth assessment of the campground assets as they exist in their current condition, city manager Sarah Dvoracek told the council on Oct. 19. Much of the infrastructure related to the campground dates to the 1970s and needs substantial upgrades for continued use.

According to the assessment provided to the council members, very few upgrades have taken place at the campground since the 1980s, leaving the campground in need of substantial upgrades if the city plans to continue to operate a safe and secure campground.

Steve Bacon of Mr. Electric Central Michigan said, after viewing the electrical system, that it is antiquated and undersized for todays campers and RVs.

It is showing signs of fatigue and corrosion, and upon investigation of the pedestal interiors, I found a major amount of corrosion and deterioration of wire connections and terminals as well as damage to wires and loose connections, Bacon said in a letter to the city.

Bacon said, in addition, the panels are antiquated and showing signs of deterioration, and are not suited for the electrical load they might be under, and the transformer is undersized for the electrical load it would carry.

The system could fail, or worse case, cause fire under the right circumstances, he said. A complete replacement of the electrical system is recommended for safety and efficiency.

Over the past five years there have been numerous electrical issues including overheating of wires, tripping of breakers and frequent replacement of breakers, the assessment report said.

Other areas of concern addressed in the assessment report included, the roofs on the office building and the restroom facility needing replaced, cracks in the cement walls of the structures, antiquated plumbing and fixtures, which are prone to leaks, poor condition of the shower facilities, and the RV dump station needing upgrades.

The dump station is tied to the city wastewater system and much of the plumbing has been repaired with a mismatch of various plumbing parts over the years and pose a risk of failure that would not allow for proper cleanup of a sewage spill, the report said.

The assessment report offered three options for the city council to consider rehabilitation and renovation of the campground, maintenance of the current status with a reduced level of service at the campground, or permanent closure of the campground.

To continue the operation of the campground at Riverside Park, consideration must be given to a complete upgrade of the campground, Dvoracek said. The upgrade could be completed over the course of one season, and the suggested life cycle of such upgrades would be 20 years.

The estimated cost to refurbish and rehabilitate the campground, submitted from Wolverine Building Group in Evart, is $227,400.

The estimated cost to preserve the current condition and offer a reduced level of service is $13,000, which would include roof replacements and restroom/shower facility upgrades.

Permanent closure of the campground would require removal of the electrical pedestals and water spigots, as well as roof repairs on the structures. The estimated cost for that is $10,500.

According to information provided by Dvoracek, revenue from the campsite has been $3,000 to $5,000 each year, while expenditures for a camp host, maintenance and operations of the campground have been around $10,000, indicating that the campground operates at a substantial loss every year.

No action was taken on the campground. The council will be seeking quotes for upgrades, Dvoracek said.

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Mr Palladino said better regulation and quality training was needed, but he feared it would take a death to spark reform. He said it took the hospital death of a baby to improve the regulation of gas fitting in NSW.

"Forty per cent of all house fires are electrical. We have to ask the question is somebody going to die before we do something," he said.

He said NSW training providers received about $13,250 in funding to train an apprentice electrician which was a "very lean price" compared to other states that received about 40 per cent more.

"In Victoria they pay $19,800 to train an electrician. In South Australia they pay $18,000," he said. "We've been very lucky for many years because we've had good TAFE colleges that are doing the best they can with resources that are just decaying."

NSW Skills and Tertiary Education Minister Geoff Lee said more than 45,000 apprentices have started fee-free training since 2018.

Tom Emeleus, general manager for the National Electrical Communications Association (NECA) said some vocational training providers have issued a certificate three for electricians "perhaps without the level of scrutiny that they should have had". He said NSW should follow Victoria and Western Australia which requires an additional independent test to qualify for a licence.

A spokeswoman for NSW Minister for Better Regulation and Innovation Kevin Anderson said electrical installations are "tightly regulated".

"Fair Trading will not hesitate to take sanctions and issue on-the-spot fines of up to $22,000 for any individual or $110,000 for any company who performs unlicensed work," she said.

The department said it has 72 building officers including 24 investigators who check compliance. Three are qualified electricians. There are 69,395 licensed electricians in NSW.

NECA technical adviser Grant Moorhouse said while heavy penalties may apply, there is little regulation of electrical work to enforce penalties for breaches.

"With three electrical inspectors for the whole of NSW, there's not a lot happening. With no checks and balances it is a bit of a lottery," he said.

"Nothing is going to change unless there is a death."

Fair Trading sent a letter to a tradesman on March 1 last year warning he faced fines for being unlicensed but that the regulator "does not propose to take further action at this time".

Justin Page, secretary of the Electrical Trade Union NSW and ACT branch said the response was inadequate.

Everyday people are paying the costs when fake sparkies turn up to work and put their lives at risk. The government is aware of the problem, but so far, ignoring the risks, he said.

In a submission to the upcoming state budget, the union has warned the use of unlicensed contractors is not being adequately regulated and monitored, including on major infrastructure projects. It has provided a NSW parliamentary committee with examples of advertisements for unlicensed contractors.

The ETU has urged the NSW government to eliminate the use of untrained electricians and to follow Victoria's example by introducing an electricity regulator to oversee safety, licensing, and training.

A NSW parliamentary inquiry into the building industry earlier this year recommended the introduction of a building commission empowered to oversee all licensing inspections. It said the commission should "hire additional, specialised inspectors to create a more robust inspection regime" for building, electrical and plumbing work in NSW.

Anna Patty is a Senior Writer for The Sydney Morning Herald with a focus on higher education. She is a former Workplace Editor, Education Editor, State Political Reporter and Health Reporter.

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Dublin, Oct. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Polyimide Films and Tapes Market by Application (Flexible Printed Circuits, Specialty Fabricated Products, Pressure Sensitive Tapes, Motors/Generators, Wires/Cables), End-Use Industry - Global Forecast to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The polyimide films and tapes market is projected to grow from USD 1,460 million in 2020 to USD 2,140 million by 2025, at a CAGR of 7.9% from 2020 to 2025.

Increased demand from the electronics industry, the growing automotive industry, and superior thermal & mechanical properties of polyimide films in comparison to other polymers are key factors driving the growth of this market. The high cost of polyimide films and tapes acts as a key restraint to market growth.

Flexible printed circuits are the largest application segment of the polyimide films and tapes market

By application, the flexible printed circuits segment accounted for the largest share of the polyimide films market in 2019. This large share is mainly attributed to the excellent properties of polyimide films that make them a preferred material in various end-use industries, such as electronics and automotive.

Electronics is the largest end-use industry segment of the polyimide films and tapes market

By end-use industry, the electronics segment accounted for the largest share of the polyimide films and tapes market in 2019. Polyimide films have good mechanical and electrical properties in comparison to other thermoplastic films and are, hence, widely used in several applications in the electronics industry. For instance, polyimide films are used as a base material for flexible printed wiring assembly, due to their excellent mechanical and thermal stability and low dielectric constant.

Asia Pacific is projected to lead the polyimide films market during the forecast period

By region, Asia Pacific is anticipated to lead the polyimide films market during the forecast period. The market growth in this region is mainly attributed to rising disposable incomes and growing demand for consumer electronics products. The Asia Pacific market is also expected to witness the highest CAGR from 2020 to 2025 owing to the high demand for polyimide films and tapes from countries such as China, Japan, India, and South Korea.Key Topics Covered:

1 Introduction

2 Research Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Premium Insights4.1 Overview of the Polyimide Films and Tapes Market4.2 Polyimide Films and Tapes Market, by End-Use Industry4.3 Polyimide Films and Tapes Market, by Application4.4 Polyimide Films and Tapes Market, by Region4.5 Asia-Pacific Polyimide Films and Tapes Market, by End-Use Industry and Country

5 Market Overview5.1 Introduction5.2 Market Segmentation5.3 Market Dynamics5.3.1 Drivers5.3.1.1 Increased Demand from the Electronics Industry5.3.1.2 Strong Demand from the Growing Automotive Industry5.3.1.3 Superior Thermal and Mechanical Properties in Comparison to Other Polymers5.3.2 Restraints5.3.2.1 High Manufacturing Cost of Polyimide Films5.3.3 Opportunities5.3.3.1 Increasing Use in Aerospace Applications5.3.3.2 Preference for Transparent Polyimide Films for Flexible Display and Optoelectronics5.3.3.3 Emerging Applications for Polyimide Films Due to COVID-195.3.4 Challenges5.3.4.1 Issues with the Processing of Polyimide Films5.3.4.2 Supply Chain, Trade, and Economic Disruptions Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic5.4 Economic Indicators5.4.1 Industry Outlook5.4.1.1 Automotive5.4.1.2 Aerospace5.4.1.3 Electronics5.5 Porter's Five Forces Analysis5.5.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers5.5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers5.5.3 Threat of Substitutes5.5.4 Threat of New Entrants5.5.5 Rivalry Among Existing Competitors5.6 Raw Material Analysis5.6.1 Pyromellitic Dianhydride (Pmda)5.6.2 4,4'-Oxydianiline (Oda)5.6.3 Biphenyl-Tetracarboxylic Acid Dianhydride (BPDA)5.6.4 Phenylenediamine (Pda)

6 COVID-19 Impact6.1 COVID-19 Health Assessment6.2 COVID-19 Economic Assessment6.2.1 COVID-19 Impact on the Economy - Scenario Assessment6.3 COVID-19 Impact on the Polyimide Films and Tapes Market

7 Polyimide Films and Tapes Market, by Application7.1 Introduction7.2 Flexible Printed Circuits7.2.1 Flexible Printed Circuit is the Largest and the Fastest-Growing Application7.2.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Flexible Printed Circuits7.3 Specialty Fabricated Products7.3.1 Specialty Fabricated Products Segment Accounted for the Second Largest Share in the Polyimide Films and Tapes Market7.3.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Specialty Fabricated Products7.4 Pressure Sensitive Tapes7.4.1 Growing Demand from the Electronics Industry is Expected to Fuel the Growth of Pressure Sensitive Tapes7.4.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Pressure Sensitive Tapes7.5 Wires & Cables7.5.1 Wires and Cables Accounted for the Fourth-Largest Share in the Polyimide Films and Tapes Market7.5.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Wires & Cables7.6 Motors/Generators7.6.1 Properties Such as High Heat Resistance and Thinner Insulation Have Created a High Demand for Polyimide Films in Motors/Generators7.6.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Motors/Generators

8 Polyimide Films and Tapes Market, by End-Use Industry8.1 Introduction8.2 Electronics8.2.1 Electronics Accounted for the Largest Share in the Global Polyimide Films and Tapes Market8.2.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on the Electronics Industry8.3 Automotive8.3.1 Automotive Accounted for the Second-Largest Share in the Global Polyimide Films and Tapes Market8.3.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Automotive8.4 Aerospace8.4.1 Properties Such as High-Temperature Resistance as Well as Weight and Space-Saving Have Resulted in a High Demand for Polyimide Films and Tapes in the Aerospace Industry8.4.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Aerospace8.5 Solar8.5.1 Growing Solar End-Use Industry Has Created a High Demand for Polyimide Films and Tapes8.5.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Solar8.6 Labeling8.6.1 Non-Shrinking Property Has Resulted in a High Demand for Polyimide Films and Tapes in the Labeling End-Use Industry8.6.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Labeling8.7 Others8.7.1 Medical8.7.1.1 COVID-19 Impact on Medical8.7.2 Mining & Drilling8.7.2.1 COVID-19 Impact on Mining & Drilling

9 Polyimide Films and Tapes Market, by Region9.1 Introduction9.2 Asia-Pacific9.3 North America9.4 Europe9.5 Middle East & Africa9.6 South America

10 Competitive Landscape10.1 Introduction10.2 Company Evaluation Matrix10.2.1 Star10.2.2 Emerging Leaders10.2.3 Pervasive10.2.4 Participants10.3 Strength of Product Portfolio (Global)10.4 Business Strategy Excellence (Global)10.5 Competitive Leadership Mapping (SME Matrix)10.5.1 Progressive Companies10.5.2 Starting Blocks10.5.3 Responsive Companies10.5.4 Dynamic Companies10.6 Strength of Product Portfolio (SME)10.7 Business Strategy Excellence (SME)10.8 Market Share Analysis

11 Company Profiles11.1 E. I. Du Pont De Nemours & Company11.2 Taimide Tech. Inc.11.3 Saint-Gobain11.4 3M Company11.5 Toray Industries, Inc.11.6 Nitto Denko Corporation11.7 Ube Industries Ltd.11.8 Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company Inc.11.9 Kaneka Corporation11.10 PI Advanced Materials Co. Ltd.11.11 Arakawa Chemical Industries, Ltd.11.12 Aavid Kunze Gmbh11.13 Dunmore Corporation11.14 Kolon Industries, Inc.11.15 Taiflex Scientific Co. Ltd.11.16 Evertech Envisafe Ecology Co. Ltd.11.17 Flexcon Company, Inc.11.18 Yongkang Haotai Industry and Trade Co. Ltd.11.19 Industrial Summit Technology Corporation11.20 Other Companies11.20.1 Parafix Tapes & Conversions Ltd.11.20.2 Dr. Dietrich Muller Gmbh11.20.3 Liyang Huajing Electronic Material Co. Ltd11.20.4 Yunda Electronic Materials Co. Ltd.11.20.5 Anabond Limited11.20.6 Suzhou Kying Industrial Materials Co. Ltd.11.20.7 Von Roll Holding Ag11.20.8 Shinmax Technology Ltd.11.20.9 Tianjin Hengji International Trade Co. Ltd11.20.10 Circuit Components Supplies Ltd11.20.11 Polyonics, Inc.

12 Appendix12.1 Discussion Guide12.2 Knowledge Store: Subscription Portal12.3 Available Customizations12.4 Related Reports12.5 Author Details

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OFPROCESS BY PUBLICATION EBCI

THE CHEROKEE COURT

CHEROKEE, NC

FILE NO.: _CVJ-19-058

In the Matter of Taylor:

TO: Marclena Leona Bird and Jaylen Taylor

TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is termination of parental rights. You are required to make defense to this pleading not later than November 23, 2020 said date being 40 days from the first date of this publication, and upon your failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

This is the 6th day of October 2020.

Joni Larch-Locust and Cameron Locust

Shira Hedgepeth

PO Box 514

Cullowhee, NC 28723

N.C.G.S._1A-1, Rule 4(j1). 10/28

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Cherokee, North Carolina

Estate File No. 20-078

In the Matter of the Estate ofLorraine Conseen

All persons, firms and corporations having claims against this estate are notified to exhibit them to the fiduciary(s) listed on or before the date listed or be barred from their recovery.

Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the appointed fiduciary(s) listed below.

Date to submit claims: 90 DAYS FROM DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION

Carrie Lynn Wade

P.O. Box 1007

Cherokee, NC 28719

NOTICE OF SERVICE OFPROCESS BY PUBLICATION

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

In the Tribal Court

In the Matter of C.S., A Minor Child, File No. CVJ 20-036

TO: Christopher Smith Sr.

Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled juvenile action. The nature of the relief being sought is the adjudication and disposition of a petition alleging the minor child, C.S., born on May 19, 2010, is a neglected and drug endangered child, filed in the Cherokee Tribal Court on May 27 2020. You may know the mother of the minor child by the name of Tsasha McMillan.

You must answer or otherwise respond to the pleading within forty (40) days of the date of first publication of this Notice. If you fail to answer or otherwise respond within the time prescribed, the matter will proceed to adjudication and disposition. If you are not already represented by appointed counsel, you are entitled to appointed counsel in this matter, and to that end, provisional counsel will be appointed for you in this matter, and the appointment of provisional counsel shall be reviewed by the court at the first hearing after service of process in this matter.

You are advised to IMMEDIATELY contact the Clerk of Tribal Court for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians at (828) 359-6213, to obtain further information about this case, including a copy of the pleadings filed herein and the date(s) and time(s) of scheduled hearings.

First published this the 28th day of October 2020.

Sybil G. Mann

Family Safety Program Attorney

P.O. Box 455

Cherokee, N.C. 28719

(828)359-1559

N.C. Bar No. 16729

Project Title:

Comprehensive Watershed Management Planning for all Sub-Watershed River Basins

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Natural Resources Department is requesting separate sealed proposals for the services of a qualified engineering firm with experience in providing comprehensive watershed management plans for the purpose of updating our current watershed plans for all sub-watershed basins. The purpose of the comprehensive watershed management planning is prioritizing watershed-based projects across the landscape throughout all sub-watershed basins. The primary objective is to develop a watershed-level planning document by which The Tribal Office of Environment and Natural Resources (OENR) and other partners can initiate future natural resource management and source water protection strategies and identify potential stream restoration activities.

The comprehensive watershed management plan will be used to guide monitoring and conservation strategies, stream restoration efforts, BMP implementation and other nonpoint source pollutant related activities occurring in all sub-watersheds throughout the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) territory. Our objectives are to evaluate land cover and soil erodibility factors across the basin to rank sub-watershed for risks to water quality at multiple spatiotemporal scales and link land cover change over time to water quality and aquatic biota. Specifically, land cover percentages (impervious cover, agriculture activities, etc.) and landscapes features (soil types, % slope, etc.) at multiple spatial scales to categorize attributes and rank sub-watersheds from least to most susceptible to sedimentation. Additionally, landscape-level stressors within each sub-watershed will be ranked for targeting restoration activities.

This research will specifically address research to quantify effects of impervious cover, development and agricultural activities on water quality and aquatic life to identify and evaluate existing restoration activities and augment macroinvertebrate and fish recovery efforts due to non-point source pollution. Furthermore, research will be addressed by determining sediment sources and transport and elucidating hydrological and biological dynamics to promote community resilience and enhance watershed restoration and management. Site visits and field assessment opportunities will be provided to any qualified contractor upon request.

Contact Dylan Rose at (828) 736-0578 or by email at dylarose@nc-cherokee for further questions. Proposal packages should be addressed to Mr. Rose at the address above and must be received by 11:00 AM, November 9th, 2020 at which time bids will be opened in accordance with TERO procedures. Any bid received after the time and date specified shall not be considered. Please be advised that Indian Preference (TERO) regulations apply for award and execution of this contract. 10/28

Kituwah, LLC is searching for qualified construction professionals to participate in a preferred network of on-call construction service providers. This network will be used by Kituwah Builders for construction sub-contracts, finish work, etc for residential or commercial projects using Cardinal Home products. While it is not a requirement, professionals with previous or current construction experience with EBCI programs are highly desired. At this time, work will be on-call, as-needed and will not be full time employment.

A list of potential services are below*:

General Contractors (NC License required) -Roofers

Licensed Electrical Contractors (NC License required) Siding (Wood, Vinyl, Cement, etc)

Licensed HVAC Contractors (NC License required) Gutter Installer

Licensed Plumbing Contractors (NC License required) Landscapers

Carpenters Painters

Electricians Concrete (Flat work)

Plumbers Tile Installers

Site Work/Excavation Hardwood Installers

Septic Installers Carpet Installers

Well Drillers Paving

Block/Rock Masons Hydroseeding

Poured Concrete Walls Other:

Drywall

Anyone interested should submit a company profile at the Kituwah, LLC Office between the hours of 9:00am 4:00pm Monday -Thursday.

*This is not intended to represent an all-inclusive list of services associated with the construction of Cardinal Home Products. 11/4

Advertisement for Proposal

PROJECT: TRIBAL FOODS DISTRIBUTION CENTER RELOCATION & ADDITION for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (the Tribe or EBCI) Project Management Office, is seeking the services of a qualified Construction Manager at Risk to provide pre-construction and construction services for the relocation/ addition for the Tribal Foods Distribution Center. The project will include the renovation of an existing 12,000 sf pre-engineered metal building to suit the expanding needs of the Tribal Foods Distribution Center. The proposed scope will include demolition of approximately 4,000 sf of the existing building, and constructing a 3-story, steel framed 12,000 sf addition. The new addition shall include offices, demonstration kitchen, drive-in cooler/ freezers, new entrances, and lobbies. Existing parking lots surrounding the building will need to be improved for required parking and loading dock access. A new drive-thru lane and appropriate canopies for curbside delivery shall be included. A detailed breakdown of the facilities can be reviewed in the Request for Proposal package.

The project site is located at 2318 Old Mission Road Whittier, NC 28789

Proposals will be received by: 2:00 pm local time 12th November 2020 at which time and place proposals will be opened in accordance with TERO procedures. Any proposals received after this time will not be considered. Please be advised that Indian preference (TERO) regulations apply to the proposals and award of this project. It is the responsibility of the construction manager team to insure delivery and receipt by the Project Management Office. Proposals sent by mail should be directed to the attention of:

Program Manager: Chris Greene

Email: chrigree@nc-cherokee.com

Phone: (828) 359-6703

Courier Delivery: Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Attn: Monica Lambert, Project Management Program, 810 Acquoni Road, Suite 118-A, Cherokee, NC 28719

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

PACKAGE INFORMATION:

Project Representative: Johnson Architecture, Inc.

Contact: Joey Staats

Email: jstaats@jainc.com

Complete Request for Proposal and all attachments for this project can be obtained digitally from the Project Representative: Johnson Architecture, Inc. (contact information above). or at the following Plan Rooms:

Knoxville Blueprint Supply Co., Inc. T: (865) 525 0463

F: (865) 525 2383

622 Leroy Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee 37921

Builders Exchange of Tennessee T: (865) 525 0443

F: (865) 525 6606

300 Clark Street; Knoxville, Tennessee 37921-6328

http://www.bxtn.org

Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Designer in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders upon request and without deposit. 10/28

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

CHEROKEE WATER PROGRAMS

CHEROKEE, NORTH CAROLINA

LOWER SOCO CREEK INTERCEPTOR REPLACEMENT

Sealed Bids for the construction of the Lower Soco Creek Interceptor will be received, by Cherokee Water Programs, Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, at the office of the 1840 Paint Town Road, Cherokee, NC 28719, until 2:00 PM local time on November 5, 2020, at which time the Bids received will be opened and read.

The Project consists of the installation of approximately 2,800 linear feet (LF) of thirty-six inch (36-inch) gravity sanitary sewer; concrete manhole installations with watertight frames and covers; and other appurtenances as required; abandonment with flowable fill of approximately 500 LF of existing twelve inch (12-inch) sanitary sewer; abandonment of existing sanitary sewer manholes; at least one creek crossing; and one (1) hand-dug tunnel or bore and jack.

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Building an addition to your home requires careful planning. Many people choose to build outwards by expanding the base level of the home with a side addition or an addition at the back of the home. However, building upwards is also an option to give your home the space your family needs. Talk to an expert to decide the safest and practical solution for your home expansion. Homeowners in Scottsdale that are considering adding a second story addition should learn more about the different ways you can utilize the extra space with these creative second story addition ideas.

Everyone wants to their home to be a comfortable space. Two huge benefits of a second story addition is the added square footage and versatile floor layout. The second story addition increases your square footage which makes the home more attractive to buyers. You can create a master size bedroom fit for a king.

Typically, the master suiteis on its own floor away from the rest of the bedrooms. This is a great idea if you desire more privacy and a second story addition is the best way to accomplish this look in your current home. The master suite can include a walk-in closet, private bathroom and even a sitting room. You can turn your new space into a private oasis with help experts in home addition construction in Scottsdale.

Oftentimes, creatives need a space that they can escape to and pursue their hobbies. If you happen to be a craft maker, a second-story addition may be the perfect way for you to create a space that you can draw inspiration from. Build a wing or an entire floor designated for the display and creation of your crafts. With your new addition, you will finally have the space needed to truly expand your artistic creations.

A split floor planis a house layout that veers away from the traditional home layout. This is a great idea if you desire more privacy and a second story addition is the best way to accomplish this in your current home.

If you have children, a split floor plan is a great way to give them the space they need to grow and live comfortably. You can create an entire wing just for the children. Build a nursery for a small child or even a playroom for the older kids. The additional space will allow you to get creative and give your kids their own special area.

You can also create a dedicated home officespace on its floor if you work from home or need a quiet area to do work. Homeowners that work from home need a quiet space to make phone calls, write and do other tasks. Creating an additional floor that is dedicated to your office will give you the privacy and space you need to do your best work.

Building a private loft space is a great idea if you plan on renting out parts of your home or creating a private space for in-lawsor older children. You can build a second floor addition that has all the amenities of a private apartment. Develop a kitchen area, living room and a private bedroom. You can speak to your contractor about transforming your second story addition into a loft space.

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Second Story Addition Ideas: Building Up Instead of Out

According to the United States Census Bureau, the median size of a single-family house completed in 2019 was 2,301 sq. ft. On the other hand, the average size of US homes is currently at 1,600 square feet. At 2,000 square feet, a family of five members would be comfortable already. This size typically has a living room, a dining room, a kitchen, and can even have a basement.

Still, a lot of US homes still fall below 1,000 sq. ft. range, especially in states where real estate sells like gold. This is where the idea of adding a second floor becomes an option when you need to add up extra space for your growing family without having the need to buy the next vacant lot or to move elsewhere.

However, the expensive second story addition cost always gets in the way of the plan. But is it cheaper to add a second story or build-out? Lets find out.

How much does it cost to add second story? Well, first, it depends on how much you are willing to participate in the construction, how much you want to save, or how much you cant be bothered.

Those who want to do away with contractors or skilled subcontractors should take note that building your second floor will not be an easy task. Besides being difficult, it is also time-consuming. Also, if you are not an expert, this is not advisable. This will be explained towards the end part of this article.

Of course, if you decide to build it yourself, it will help bring your cost down. Perhaps a price range of $70 to $150 per square foot would be workable. So, for a house that is 1,500 sq. ft. wide, the range of the overall cost is going to be around $105,000 to $225,000. But as mentioned, this will all depend on how much work you can do yourself.

The typical range for a remodeling contractor would be around $150 to $300 per square foot. It could also go as high as $400 to $600 or more per square foot as well, depending on the complexity of the designs, materials, and the local labor rates in cities and counties.

For example, in Seattle, ballpark quotations for 2nd floor building cost range from $500 to 650 per sq ft. In San Diego, quotes range from $300 to $400 per sq ft.

So basically, the total cost would be around $225,000 to $450,000 for 1,500 sq. ft. of space for a basic job and $600,000 to $900,000 for more complex construction. This would include 2-3 bedrooms and a bathroom plus the stairs.

If you live in San Diego, expect to spend around $450,000 to $600,000. On the other hand, prepare to shell out around $750,000 to $975,000 if youre from Seattle where the cost of living is around 49% higher compared to the national average.

The cost of the second floor addition is said to be 20% more than the price of the building on the ground floor. So, if you keep track of your previous project, youll have a better idea of what to expect in terms of your construction budget. Thats as long as there are not many years in between the two projects.

In planning a second story for your house, it will be more than meets the eye, so to speak. For starter, you will have to find out first if your houses existing foundation will be able to support the additional weight of the second floor.

There are structural foundation requirements for adding a second story. Everything from the connections right at the main-level walls, leading to the foundation should be able to meet the code requirements. Older homes are the usual victims of seismic risk.

If you dont have any know-how in this department but want to take the DIY route, brace yourself for a lot of inconveniences and your plate will definitely be full. Worse, youll be prone to committing construction blunders. These include putting your home at risk of collapsing, not getting a construction permit at all, having to redo everything after inspection, or worse, all of these.

The safest option would be to tap the services of an expert. They will determine if some or all of the foundations will need to be reinforced. For a consultation with a structural engineer, the cost could be anywhere from $200 to $700, depending on the location and the scope of the service.

An architect service can come in handy to help you create drawings and plans. They usually charge a flat rate of around $700 to as high as $10,000 or even higher depending on the size of the house and complexity of the interior design. At times, architects may instead charge around 7.5% to 15% of the overall cost of the project when the scope includes a full range of architectural services.

Another consideration is how do you plan to execute the addition. Are you planning to start from scratch by destroying the roof and build the second story? Are you planning to save the roof by lifting it off in its entirety and placing it on top of the newly-built second floor? Or are you thinking about modular second story addition?

Ripping your old roof will definitely cost a lot. But if thats the plan from the get-go to have a fresh roof and new scenery, its fine. However, if you are trying to save on cost, re-using the roof would be one way to achieve it.

Mind you, you will be needing to rent equipment to make sure you can lift it off without any damages. But the rental fee would be way cheaper than having to spend on a brand new roof. Renting a crane would cost around $300 per hour if youre in ND, but you need to rent it out for at least 4 hours. That would cost a total of around $1,200 at the very least.

The list goes on for the cost of adding a second story to a bungalow. If you are hiring a contractor, you only need to make sure to provide the budget. If you are doing it on your own, theres a lot more to consider besides the procurement of materials and hiring construction laborers.

First is securing a construction or building permit. If you hire a contractor, this will be included in the service contract. Otherwise, you will need to get it yourself, unless you live in areas where building permits are not required such us in unincorporated places of Delta County in Colorado.

To give you an idea, the permit fee for a 1,500 sq.ft single-family house construction in Seattle would cost you $4,239. It could be cheaper in other areas and some states dont even require permits for home improvements. Consider yourself lucky if this is the case.

After all the additions, your property could be re-assessed by the government and could result in a property tax increase. In most cases, some areas will only re-assess the value of your second story addition and not on the entire property.

All other utilities in the house should work for the homeowner. As per an engineers calculation, the water heater, and other electrical items like the panel should be able to work depending on the houses square footage.

Some of the other addition cost will have to be the replacement of your HVAC system and other systems that is energy efficient. It is very important that as a homeowner you will have to revisit these parts of your home systems to ensure that even when you build a second-floor area, everything you need regarding your utilities should be working fine.

You can also expect that your monthly utility bills to increase. This is because if you are using a centralized air conditioner or heater for your old bungalow house, that wont work on your second story. You will need to install additional units that will significantly affect your budget for utilities.

Your insurance premium should also increase with the addition of the second floor. This is also worth considering, unless, you have it all sorted out from the beginning.

How to add a second floor to an existing house? Ideally, the best way to build a two-story house would be a well-thoughtout structure using sound engineering and architecture. With this, hiring an expert will always be the safest choice if money is out of the question. Its always safe to err on the side of caution.

On the other hand, if you have already planned for your second floor from the time you were building your single-floor house, your foundation might already be built in preparation for the extra weight later on. If this is the case, then, this can be the best-case scenario for you as you complete the construction of your dream house.

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Second storyadditionsbenefit growing families. Whether you're makingspace for in-laws, seeking additional room for more children, or simply need more space to engage in hobbies, a second story addition can give the room you need to spread out.

This type of major addition involves many steps. Homeowners looking into the possibility of adding on to their home must consider all of the factors before embarking on the process. Knowing what is involved can help most homeowners decide if this type of upgrade is right for them. AtLitchfield Builders, we help homeowners who want to build on to their property.

A second story addition involves removal of the attic area and insertion of a second useable floor over the first floor of the home. A standard addition is an addition that is built onto the side of the house. These two types of renovations can be very different from one another. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type is right for you.

With a standard addition, homeowners can remain in the home with minimal disruption to their everyday life. Aside from removal of an exterior wall, all work on a standard addition is done away from the family's living space.

For a second story addition, this is not the case. Family members must move out of the house temporarily during this type of renovation because it is so disruptive to the structure and functionality of the home.

A standard addition can generally be added to any home that is in good condition. By contrast, second story additions require the home to have proper structural support before the addition can be made. Before the addition can proceed, the home must be evaluated by an engineer and often changes must be made to the structure.

Separate building codes may apply to a second story addition versus a standard addition. An experienced contractor will know the particulars of the building regulations for the area, but homeowners who want to know can contact their local building codes office for clarification.

There are a variety of factors that can influence the shape and scope of this type of renovation. Knowing these factors in advance can help you as you meet with contractors to discuss the upcoming project.

Staircases can take up square footage on lower levels. Most staircases require approximately 80 to 120 square feet. Knowing where the staircase will be located can help you envision the final product.

HVAC and electrical systems are based on a home's current square footage, so these systems will likely have to be upgraded to take on increased capacity. In addition, new ductwork, plumbing, vents and outlets will also need to be added to the second floor.

The chimney in the home, if there is one, must be extended above the second story. If the chimney is not extended, then it must be eliminated entirely.

All too often, second story additions are planned from the inside, resulting in an awkward exterior. The following tips will help you ensure consistency between the upper and lower floors of the home:

When adding a second story to the home, this is a great opportunity to upgrade elements of the main floor as well.

Making these changes can add to the overall scope of the project, but doing this during the remodel is time and cost effective.

The cost of this type of project may vary based on the square footage of the existing home. Costs may also vary based on whether or not the existing structure can support an additional story, because reinforcements can be costly. As a general rule, adding a second story to a home will cost between$100 and $300 per square foot. Some homeowners save money by doing some of the work (like painting) themselves.

In addition to these costs, there are additional, longer-term costs to consider as well.

Are you thinking of adding a second story to your home? Are you ready to get started on your project? Leave your comments in the box below. For the right family and the right property, adding a second story can be a very rewarding experience. Often families choose to take on this project rather than moving because adding a second story is more cost effective than finding a completely different home.

All the same, a second story requires a lot of work and long-term planning. This type of project will can involve changes made to the interior and exterior of the house. For a time, the house will even become unusable. If you're not sure whether or not adding a second story is right for you, contact a contractor. At Litchfield Builders, we help households through their interior and exterior renovations. To find out more about adding a second story, or to get a quote,contact us today. For more information, you can alsodownload our free Home Remodeling Guide.

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We can only hope 2021 will be a more normal season, with 162 games and fans in the stands and hot dogs to eat and overpriced beer to drink. We don't know what the state of things will be come April 1, when the 2021 season is scheduled to begin, but we can speculate on the state of the 30 franchises.

Yes, we're back with our annual Way-Too-Early Power Rankings. There are a few obvious teams at the top, a handful at the bottom and a whole bunch in the middle. Throw in the difficulty of analyzing a 60-game season and the uncertainty of how the offseason will play out due to the financial losses of this season, and these are the most difficult rankings we have had to do. But we fearlessly move forward.

(Title odds for 2021 from Caesars Sportsbook by William Hill)

2020 record: 43-17Won World Series2021 title odds: 4-1

They're reigning champs. They've won eight straight division titles. They have Mookie Betts signed for the long term. They have young starters such as Walker Buehler, Dustin May, Julio Urias and Tony Gonsolin to keep the rotation strong for years to come. They have players capable of better seasons (Cody Bellinger, Max Muncy, Gavin Lux). They have a good farm system. They have financial flexibility, with only Betts signed past 2022 and all those young players to help them keep the payroll in check. Justin Turner is a free agent, but he would be a nice DH option if the NL makes that permanent. We know they will be good. But we know it's really all about October.

2020 record: 35-25Lost NLCS to Dodgers2021 title odds: 12-1

The offense gives them a high floor:Freddie Freeman, Ronald Acuna Jr., Ozzie Albies, Dansby Swanson, even Travis d'Arnaud and Adam Duvall raked in 2020. Marcell Ozuna is a free agent and it would be nice to bring him back, but rookie center fielder Cristian Pache is ready and he looks like he'll be valuable on both sides of the ball. The rotation will see the return of Mike Soroka from his Achilles injury and a full season of Ian Anderson to back up Max Fried. Kyle Wright and Bryse Wilson have potential, and Atlanta will probably bring in a veteran starter on a one-year deal the way they did with Dallas Keuchel in 2019 and tried to do with Cole Hamels in 2020. The Braves will be favored to win a fourth straight division title even if they don't do anything this offseason.

2020 record: 37-23Lost Division Series to Dodgers2021 title odds: 17-2

Sure, an argument can be made to put the Padres ahead of the Braves, but I think we have to first make sure Dinelson Lamet and Mike Clevinger are completely healthy in spring training. San Diego brings back essentially every significant player after running out the youngest lineup in the NL, with Jake Cronenworth and Trent Grisham looking like foundation additions alongside Fernando Tatis Jr. (All were acquired in trades; good job, A.J. Preller!) We'll see if Eric Hosmer and Wil Myers can match their 2020 rate of production, but if Luis Patino and MacKenzie Gore become impact starters, the Padres are poised to make a multiyear run in challenging the Dodgers for NL West supremacy.

2020 record: 40-20Lost World Series to Dodgers2021 title odds: 10-1

The Rays won their first division title since 2010 and did it in quite remarkable fashion, with 12 different relievers recording a save and the pitching staff overcoming a slew of injuries along the way. They were able to pull that off because of the depth of their staff, but having expanded rosters over the 60-game season made it possible to rely so heavily on the bullpen. Of course, you can argue that pitching depth will be even more valuable over 162 games. The offense isn't elite, although we can't wait to see what Randy Arozarena will do over a full season or if super rookie Wander Franco is ready to make an impact at some point in 2021.

2020 record: 35-25Lost Wild Card Series to A's2021 title odds: 12-1

Much like the Braves, the offensive firepower of the White Sox should give them a high floor. Even if you see some regression coming from Jose Abreu or Tim Anderson, Luis Robert and Yoan Moncada should improve and a full season of Nick Madrigal will help. Michael Kopech, who opted out of 2020, will hopefully be back, but he hasn't pitched in two years, so finding another veteran arm to go with ace Lucas Giolito and Dallas Keuchel will be key. Closer Alex Colome is a free agent, but the White Sox have several power arms in their organization, including 2020 first-round pick Garrett Crochet, who could be a dominant reliever right away. Manager Rick Renteria and longtime pitching coach Don Cooper got the boot, with A.J. Hinch a possible replacement for Renteria. That would be an upgrade.

2020 record: 33-27Lost Division Series to Rays2021 title odds: 6-1

You can make an argument to put them a couple of spots higher, but not winning the AL East in 2020 points to some flaws. They simply can't count on Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton being healthy for an entire season, plus DJ LeMahieu and Masahiro Tanaka are free agents, two important players to re-sign or replace. Of course, we know the Yankees will do something big, perhaps signing J.T. Realmuto and moving on from Gary Sanchez or trading for Francisco Lindor and shifting Gleyber Torres to second. Getting Luis Severino back from Tommy John surgery will be a big boost as well.

2020 record: 36-24Lost Wild Card Series to Astros2021 title odds: 14-1

The Twins didn't do it quite like they did in 2019, when they bashed a record 307 home runs (although their 162-game pace for 2020 was still 259), as their team batting average dropped nearly 30 points, and they fell from second in the AL in runs to 10th. Still, they've established a foundation of success with three playoff appearances in four seasons. The big issue is they have a lot of free agents to replace or re-sign, starting with 40-year-old Nelson Cruz, but also Jake Odorizzi, Marwin Gonzalez, Rich Hill, Tyler Clippard, Trevor May and Homer Bailey. Those players were minor contributors, but with Eddie Rosario, Byron Buxton and Taylor Rogers getting more expensive in arbitration, the Twins may not be able to fill out the roster with minor free agents the way they've done of late. They need a healthy Josh Donaldson, especially if Cruz leaves, and they will have to discard the emotional baggage of 18 consecutive playoff losses to get revved up for 162 games just to get back to October again.

2020 record: 36-24Lost Division Series to Houston2021 title odds: 14-1

The A's weren't as impressive as they were in 2019 -- Matt Olson morphed into an extreme "three true outcomes" slugger, Matt Chapman's OBP dipped to .276 and Marcus Semien declined from his third-place MVP performance. They still coasted to the AL West title though, and the division projects as being pretty soft, at least right now. Semien and closer Liam Hendriks are free agents as are several other key role players, so this ranking is not presented with a high degree of confidence. The A's always seem to maximize their talent, and I do think the rotation will be much better, making up for some of the likely bullpen regression.

2020 record: 26-34Tied for fourth in NL East2021 title odds: 30-1

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I feel like we need another National League team here, but let's be honest: There is a wide gap between the NL's top three teams and the block of mediocre teams in the middle. Let's roll the dice on the Mets with new owner Steve Cohen to the rescue (once he gets formally approved). Let's just say Mets fans are pumped about Cohen's WAW (wins above Wilpon). There have already been reports about all the money he'll sink into the franchise, not just on players but things like building out a more robust analytics staff. Aside from any splashy moves Cohen may make -- trading for Nolan Arenado or Francisco Lindor? Signing J.T. Realmuto or Trevor Bauer? -- there is a strong base of talent here. They ranked third in the majors in wOBA (behind the Braves and Dodgers) and fifth in the majors in pitcher strikeout rate. They should be better -- a familiar refrain for Mets fans, unfortunately.

2020 record: 34-26Lost Wild Card Series to Marlins2021 title odds: 25-1

Everyone was down on the Cubs, especially after that sad two-and-out to the Marlins, but we do need to point out Chicago still won the NL Central despite Javier Baez (59 OPS+), Kris Bryant (73) and Kyle Schwarber (88) all producing well below an average major league hitter and Anthony Rizzo and Willson Contreras performing below their career norms. That continues a downward trend for this once-great offensive core, from second in the NL in runs in 2016 and 2017 to fourth in 2018, fifth in 2019 and 10th in 2020. Baez, Bryant, Schwarber and Rizzo are all free agents after 2021, but frankly, the trade value for Bryant and Schwarber -- and even Baez, to a lesser extent -- has cratered. Theo Epstein also hinted that 2021 will be his last season with the Cubs. Does this group get one last chance? In a weak division, with some bounce-back potential, the Cubs could be better than everyone believes. Or maybe the front office will just tear it all down.

2020 record: 29-31Lost ALCS to Rays2021 title odds: 20-1

It promises to be a busy winter for the Astros. George Springer, Michael Brantley and Josh Reddick are all free agents, while Carlos Correa, Lance McCullers Jr. and Zack Greinke are set to be free agents after 2021, as are Justin Verlander and Roberto Osuna, both of whom will likely miss the season following Tommy John surgery. They'll need more from Jose Altuve and Alex Bregman (and don't forget about Yordan Alvarez) but they could have a strong rotation if they keep McCullers and Greinke to go with Framber Valdez, Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidy. The outfield free-agent market is thin, so if Springer and Brantley sign elsewhere, the Astros may have to scramble to find help for Kyle Tucker.

2020 record: 35-25Lost Wild Card Series to Yankees2021 title odds: 20-1

We start with one of the biggest questions of the entire offseason: Will Cleveland trade Francisco Lindor? It seems weird to say this, but there isn't an obvious fit, as most of the top teams are set at shortstop. It will be interesting to see if a team tries to pull the Mookie Betts maneuver: trade for Lindor, then sign him to a big extension before he hits free agency after the 2021 season. Aside from the Lindor issue, it's going to be a similar Cleveland team as we've seen the past two years: enough starting pitching to be a playoff team, but an offense that may prevent them from getting there. Please, find some competent outfielders. Cleveland's outfielders hit .196/.270/.304.

2020 record: 30-28Lost Wild Card Series to Padres2021 title odds: 30-1

In one sense, it's harder to evaluate what the Cardinals did in 2020 than any other team, with them having to play 11 doubleheaders after the team's COVID-19 outbreak early in the season. On the other hand, they were exactly what we thought they would be: below-average offense with no power, good defense, good bullpen, decent starting pitching. I just don't how they're going to get better, especially given that some of their pitching peripheral numbers don't quite match the ERA figures. Look, as always, you can never discount the Cardinals. They haven't had a losing season since 2007. The division is wide open. Jack Flaherty will be better. Dylan Carlson could give them an impact outfielder. The bullpen projects as a big strength.

2020 record: 26-34Tied for fourth in NL East2021 title odds: 30-1

No team had less incentive in 2020 than the Nationals, and once Stephen Strasburg went down, it kind of felt like the entire team went down with him. Juan Soto played at an MVP level for 47 games, leading the NL in batting average and the majors in OBP and slugging. It wasn't a full season so I'm not saying it compares, but his 212 OPS+ was the best since Barry Bonds in 2004.

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There are concerns in the starting rotation, however, beyond Strasburg's nerve issue. Anibal Sanchez fell apart, Patrick Corbin got knocked around (85 hits in 65 innings) and even Max Scherzer had his highest ERA since 2012.The real problem may have been the defense: The Nationals ranked last in the majors with minus-43 defensive runs saved. As always, depth is an issue and they need youngsters Carter Kieboom (no home runs in 99 at-bats) and Victor Robles (.608 OPS) to contribute at the plate. If Strasburg is healthy, don't ignore the 2019 champs.

2020 record: 32-28Lost Wild Card Series to Rays2021 title odds: 50-1

The Blue Jays face a very interesting offseason after making the playoffs as a wild card and ranking third in the AL in runs. The offense potentially looks even better if you're buying the breakouts of Teoscar Hernandez and Rowdy Tellez. Worth noting: The Jays hit much better at their temporary home in Buffalo, so we have to be careful about overrating the offense. Hyun-Jin Ryu was terrific (at least until his playoff start), but the rest of the rotation was so problematic that the Jays acquired Taijuan Walker, Robbie Ray and Ross Stripling for the stretch run. Walker and Ray are free agents, but Nate Pearson will help, and the Jays should have some money to spend in free agency.

2020 record: 28-32Third in NL East2021 title odds: 40-1

It's hard to see the Phillies much better than the .500 team they've been the past three seasons, which led to general manager Matt Klentak being reassigned within the organization. They had two great starters in Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler and finished fourth in the NL in runs, but the bullpen (6.92 ERA, worst of all time) undermined all the positives. The Phillies allowed a .345 average on balls in play, and maybe that would drop over a full season, but it stands as the highest ever. This has been a multiyear problem. They were middle of the pack in BABIP allowed in 2019, but fifth-worst in 2018 and sixth-worst in 2017. They've been unable to fix the defense. Anyway, J.T. Realmuto and Didi Gregorius are free agents. The payroll would have been more than $200 million given a full season in 2020, so you wonder if there is room to re-sign Realmuto and fix the bullpen and replace/re-sign Gregorius and maybe add another starter.

2020 record: 26-34Fourth in AL West2021 title odds: 40-1

Billy Eppler is out as general manager after a five-year run that included no winning seasons. Yes, he inherited the bad Albert Pujols contract, but he also inherited Mike Trout and was never able to build a successful team around him, despite additions like Andrelton Simmons, Shohei Ohtani and Anthony Rendon. Simmons is a free agent, Pujols is finally down to his final season and Jared Walsh (.971 OPS, nine home runs in 99 at-bats, a low 13.9% strikeout rate) has to play. The immediate concerns are trying to turn Jo Adell into a major league hitter (.161, 55 strikeouts, seven walks in 132 PAs), figure out what happened to Ohtani (.190) and Justin Upton (.204) and -- as always -- address the pitching. Sounds like the same story as the past five years.

2020 record: 29-31Lost Wild Card Series to Dodgers2021 title odds: 50-1

This is a difficult team to read. The Brewers didn't hit at all in 2020 (I think the NL must have stored its balls in Lake Michigan, because nobody could hit). Two-time batting champ and 2018 MVP Christian Yelich hit just .205, and I know it was just 58 games, but his strikeout rate went from 20.3% to 30.8%. Something doesn't add up there.

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They do have two great one-two combos in Brandon Woodruff and Corbin Burnes in the rotation and Devin Williams and Josh Hader in the bullpen. Does Williams' stunning breakout (53 K's in 27 innings) make Hader trade bait? Burnes certainly looked like the real deal with his new cutter, but he'll have to prove he can do it over 30 starts instead of 10. David Stearns is one of the more creative GMs around, although he'd probably like a do-over on the Trent Grisham/Zach Davies for Luis Urias/Eric Lauer deal.

2020 record: 24-36Fifth in AL East2021 title odds: 60-1

This was the hardest team to project. The pitching was so awful -- 5.85 runs per game, the most for the franchise since 1932 -- that it's easy to assume it will be bad again in 2021. It was also bad in 2019 (5.11 runs per game), so we have a two-year track record. Maybe they get Chris Sale back at midseason and Eduardo Rodriguez returns from his COVID-related heart issue. There is a nice offensive core with Xander Bogaerts, Rafael Devers, Alex Verdugo and Christian Vazquez (and J.D. Martinez if he bounces back). I'm not sure what Bobby Dalbec will be. I guess his upside is Joey Gallo, if that's a good thing. More importantly, is Chaim Bloom playing the long game or will there be pressure to get the Red Sox immediately back into contender status?

2020 record: 31-29Lost Wild Card Series to Braves2021 title odds: 25-1

The Reds sneaked into the playoffs as a wild card with a late surge, but the team embarrassingly exited with two shutouts to the Braves, including a 13-inning defeat. The Reds have morphed into the most extreme example of a "three true outcomes" offense we've seen in this launch-angle era. They ranked fourth in the NL in home runs and first in walks, but hit a pathetic .212. The entire package added up to ranking just 13th in the NL in runs, then you dig deeper and realize they hit 55 home runs at home and 35 on the road, so much of their power was simply a result of their home park. It's a bad offense, and I'm not sure it improves much in 2021. Trevor Bauer is a sure bet to sign elsewhere as a free agent, and we still don't know if Nick Senzel is the solution in center field or an injury-prone role player.

2020 record: 31-29Lost Division Series to Braves2021 title odds: 60-1

It was a fun ride to their first postseason trip since 2003, but once you get past the starting trio of Sixto Sanchez, Sandy Alcantara and Pablo Lopez, holes remain. The pitching staff was next to last in the majors in strikeout rate, and the team's top five relievers were all 30-something guys you can't necessarily count on for 2021. There are no offensive stars as the lineup relied on stopgap veterans, while the young hitters still have trouble controlling the strike zone (and the young hitters aren't really all that young). The minus-41 run differential is a little misleading as the Marlins had to use more players than any other team due to the COVID-19 outbreak, but I'm not sure I see another .500 season unless some of the young hitters suddenly develop into solid regulars.

2020 record: 29-31Third in NL West2021 title odds: 80-1

Call me skeptical. They went from the second-worst offense in the NL to a top-five offense -- without making any significant additions. Brandon Belt with a 1.000 OPS? Mike Yastrzemski and Alex Dickerson over .900? Donovan Solano chasing a batting title? I smell a lot of regression coming on, and the Giants don't have the rotation to back that up. They also had the oldest lineup in the league: Mauricio Dubon is the only returning regular who won't be 30 or older in 2021. Maybe catcher Joey Bart makes an impact, but a 41 to 3 strikeout-to-walk rate suggests he's not ready for prime time. Several of their big contracts come off the books after 2021 if you factor in buyouts, so look for the Giants to wait until that big 2021-22 free-agent class to start flipping over the roster.

2020 record: 27-33Third in AL West2021 title odds: 100-1

There were some nice positives in 2020: Kyle Lewis may win Rookie of the Year, Justus Sheffield was much improved, Marco Gonzales solidified himself as one of the most underrated starters in the majors, Dylan Moore turned into one of the best utility players as a power/speed combo. But there is still zero star power here, at least until Jarred Kelenic and Julio Rodriguez arrive as potential All-Star outfielders, Kelenic in 2021 and Rodriguez probably in 2022. Jerry Dipoto will have to reconstruct a bullpen that was one of the worst in the league (5.92 ERA). The Mariners are on the rise and have other potential impact prospects, including pitchers Logan Gilbert and Emerson Hancock, but look for them to hold the course in 2021 and push forward in 2022.

2020 record: 26-34Fourth in AL Central2021 title odds: 150-1

The Royals have some interesting young pitchers in Brad Keller, Brady Singer and Kris Bubic, with Josh Staumont as a potential closer, but there are still huge gaps across the roster, especially on the offensive side of things. They need to figure out center field, second base and left field, and even Adalberto Mondesi Jr. now looks like just a placeholder at short until Bobby Witt Jr. arrives in a couple of years. This ranking could be selling the Royals a bit short, as young pitching can carry a team if it comes fast (and 2020 top pick Asa Lacy may not need much time in the minors), but they need to find some hitters.

2020 record: 25-35Fifth in NL West2021 title odds: 60-1

That was ugly, and the fans are turning on the team after a couple of years of trades (Paul Goldschmidt, Zack Greinke and the deadline deals this season) that don't appear to have returned any front-line talent. Ketel Marte and Eduardo Escobar, so good in 2019, fell off, with Marte inexplicably deciding he no longer wanted to walk. Robbie Ray couldn't throw strikes and was finally traded. Merrill Kelly hurt his shoulder. Madison Bumgarner didn't win a game. The problem for 2021? The Diamondbacks had the second-oldest lineup in the NL (six of their top eight regulars were 29 or older). Bumgarner now looks like a bad $80 million gamble. They're only a season removed from going 85-77, so there is rebound potential, but the Snakes are a mess at the moment.

2020 record: 25-35Fourth in AL East2021 title odds: 150-1

Don't get me wrong, there were a lot of positives in 2020, especially after losing 108 games in 2019 and 115 in 2018. Anthony Santander had a small-sample breakout with the metrics to back it up. Ryan Mountcastle looks ready to join the lineup in 2021 and Trey Mancini will hopefully be back at full strength after finishing his chemo treatment in September. Keegan Akin and Dean Kremer could be arms to watch for the rotation.

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They do have financial flexibility, especially as they get closer to the end of Chris Davis' deal, and with Adley Rutschman close to the majors and starters D.L. Hall and Grayson Rodriguez perhaps ready in 2022, the farm is better than it's been in at least 10 years. But the base level of talent here remains pretty low.

2020 record: 26-34Fourth in NL West2021 title odds: 100-1

Right now, Nolan Arenado and Trevor Story are still on the roster. Will they be there come spring training? The relationship between Arenado and the Rockies is strained, making him a trade candidate this winter. He won't be easy to trade, though: He didn't have a good 2020 at the plate, ended the season on the IL, has a full no-trade clause and can opt out of his deal after 2021. If Arenado is traded, you could see the Rockies dealing Story as well since he's a free agent after 2021. Mostly, this team just needs a makeover. They ranked eighth in the NL in runs, and for a Rockies team, that's horrible. (They had finished below fifth just one other time in franchise history.)

2020 record: 23-35Fifth in AL Central2021 title odds: 200-1

Sometimes you just have to point out the obvious: Jeimer Candelario was the team's best player in 2020 -- a 26-year-old first baseman who hit .203 the year before. Look, Casey Mize and Tarik Skubal project as good starters at some point, but their struggles in limited action in 2020 suggest that may not be in 2021. Along with Spencer Turnbull and prospect Matt Manning, there is a rotation to dream on, but there is no offense, and Spencer Torkelson and Riley Greene, their top position player prospects, are more on a 2022 timetable.

2020 record: 22-38Fifth in AL West2021 title odds: 100-1

The Rangers continue to go backward. They were bad in 2020 in a year they thought they could contend, they weren't particularly young and the farm system has struggled to develop pitchers and turn toolsy position players into quality hitters. The offense had a brutal year -- and not just because of the new park. They didn't hit on the road either. It's time to admit that Joey Gallo and Rougned Odor are never going to be the core of a championship lineup, and if Lance Lynn is traded -- he'll be a free agent after 2021 -- the rotation will have a huge hole to fill.

2020 record: 19-41Fifth in NL Central2021 title odds: 300-1

Let's see, a small-market team coming off the worst record in the sport, won't spend any money in free agency, and whose three best players in 2019 were all terrible in 2020. The first step is to hope Josh Bell, Bryan Reynolds and Kevin Newman rebound, but with most of the organization's top prospects still a ways off, the short-term outlook looks bleak. Heck, the long-term outlook isn't exactly full of roses and puppies.

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If your living space seems a little tight, or youre looking to increase your homes value, then house extensions are exactly what you need. Opting for one can breathe new life into your space and improve the overall aesthetic of your property.

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It doesnt even matter if youre looking to resell your home in the future; you can go for an addition even if you want to switch things up. Apart from this, there are many ideas you can explore, making it entirely possible for you to execute one on your budget.

Of course, house extension costs vary based on the idea you decide to pursue. However, the average cost ranges from 15,000 to 125,000, so youll definitely be able to find a design idea that suits your financial needs. If youre still confused about which home extension you should go for, here are a few ideas that can help get your creative juices flowing

Create a Room Above Your Garage: The key to nailing an extension is utilising the space you already have. One way you can add an extension is by adding a room over your existing garage. An extra bedroom will instantly boost your propertys value and this method is also more cost-effective than extending your ground floor.

However, you need to be mindful of whether your foundation can bear the extra weight or not. Additionally, a professional contractor or designer can guide you through on the most feasible way to execute this. Regardless, creating an extra bedroom on top of your garage is an excellent idea for when you want to extend your house without breaking the bank.

Use Your Garden Space: A garden extension is a brilliant idea when you want more space for your house, but are unable to extend near the property itself. You can utilise the space in your garden and create a home theatre or even a home office. An office, in particular, is great because the concept of working from home has never been more popular and, in a post-COVID world, we can expect people and organisations to be more comfortable with the idea than they were before. This new normal is exactly why adding a home office is a great idea.

Apart from this, you can also create an outdoor seating or dining area. An outdoor seating area is a huge selling point because everyone needs a space to relax in. Even if youre not planning on reselling your home, you can utilise the area to host family and friends for a BBQ.

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Build A Porch And Create A Hallway: You can extend the front portion of your house to add a porch that converts into a hallway, which is a great idea when you want to add character to your living space. A porch also provides practical storage space for when you want to keep anything extra. If your house is designed in a way that the front door opens into the living room instead of a hallway, then a porch-cum-hallway is a brilliant design extension idea.

Extend your Kitchen: One of the most essential areas in your homeif not, the most importantthe kitchen is where the entire family gets together to have a meal. As the heartiest room in the house, this space needs to reflect the mood, too. Apart from this, though, a kitchen extension also yields the greatest return on investment and instantly boosts your homes resale value. Since this area is used so frequently, a bigger kitchen automatically piques any potential buyers interest.

If you have the budget and an open space, you should consider an enhanced space that includes a lounging area in addition to the kitchen and dining area. You can add bi-fold or sliding doors to create the transition.

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Expand Your Living Room: If you think your living room deserves to be a little more spacious, then you should consider extending it. While you cant exactly create a new room if you just have a couple of meters to spare, you can extend an existing space. You can consider adding a utility room or cloakroom to your living room.

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You should also consider adding a glazed extension that gives the impression of a larger room by merging the outside with the inside. You should especially think of building this if your living room overlooks your garden. You can further improve the space by adding colourful trees and plants.

Create a Sunroom: If youre considering increasing the number of leisure spaces in your house, then look no further than a sunroom. A sunroom is a relaxing space ideal for when you want to host people or want to take a breather and sit down with a book and a cup of coffee. Its especially great for the winter season when you want to experience the outdoors without freezing in the cold.

Consider a Two-Story Extension: If you have the budget and space, few additions can add as much value as a two-story extension. You can easily enhance your living space by adding a balcony that could extend a bedroom or a living room. You can create an entryway using glass doors and even get additional space by adding a patio or a deck. For a second story, you should ideally get a qualified architect or builder on board to determine whether your homes foundation can bear the extra weight and whether an addition will be applicable to your homes structure.

A house extension is a tedious process that will ultimately be rewarding. By exploring different ideas and determining what different options you have available with the space and budget you have at hand, you can easily extend your living space and increase your propertys value at the same time.

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