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Work is in full swing at Tulsa's Gathering Place, the massive new park being built along Riverside Drive.

The offices for the construction project have some of the neighbors a little upset. The controversy was over a construction office that's going to go on a lot right next to houses.

Some of the neighbors complained it was going to be too big and too ugly for the neighborhood, and they made their case to the city Tuesday afternoon.

9/19/2014 Related Story: Neighbors Fear Losing 'Peace And Quiet' During Gathering Place Construction

The 31st and Riverside area pretty busy, but there's a quiet neighborhood right alongside it at 31st and Boston Place, where some homeowners worry construction on the Gathering Place will disrupt the quiet and the view.

"We didn't know it would be backing up to our fence. Our dogs will lose their minds, no question, said neighbor Debbie Saunders.

For some it would be right over the back fence, so when the plans came out for the big, but temporary, office building they took their complaints to a public hearing at city hall.

Park neighbor, Dan Simpson said, We'll have a building we may not want to look at, however, it's a temporary building.

The building will be part of "The Gathering Place" project. The Kaiser Foundation said the building would be 7,000 square feet and will be used to coordinate work on the project, then torn down when the work is complete.

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STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 23, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Building and Land Technology announced today approximately 75,000 square feet of office leasing activity at Harbor Point, the transformative mixed-use waterfront development in Stamford, including the company's own 10,000-square-foot expansion and relocation within the complex. The new deals are for space in One Harbor Point and Two Harbor Point, BLT's two state-of-the-art Class A office properties located in the Harbor Point Waterfront section of the project, which total more than 400,000 square feet. Carl R. Kuehner III, CEO of Building and Land Technology, owner and developer of Harbor Point, made the announcement.

"This continues to be a great year for Harbor Point, with tremendous commercial and residential leasing activity complementing the continued activation of the restaurant scene and public waterfront over the summer," said Mr. Kuehner, who along with his team has developed Harbor Point into a successful modern waterfront mixed-use project. "Harbor Point's live-work-play concept has proven compelling in drawing new tenants from outside Stamford, and providing existing tenants with a great base for expansion. We're extremely pleased that the market has embraced our state-of-the art office properties, set within this beautifully planned mixed-use environment with outstanding access to transportation and Stamford's thriving waterfront."

At Two Harbor Point (100 Washington Boulevard), XL Global Services, a unit of XL Group plc, now occupies 47,838 square feet of office space. XL is a global insurance and reinsurance company providing property, casualty and specialty products to industrial, commercial and professional firms, insurance companies and other enterprises throughout the world. Kevin McNeil of Weir Real Estate LLC represented XL in the transaction. "In Harbor Point, XL has a central hub that can meet the various technical and operations needs of our complex, global business and we have been able to make it a visual embodiment of our unique brand. That combination is very hard to find and tough to replicate," said Elliott Bundy, SVP Chief Communications & Marketing Officer for the XL Group.

Insight Global leased 7,345 square feet at Two Harbor Point, relocating from Atlanta to Stamford. The company provides long term, short term, and temp-to-permanent technical staffing services throughout the United States and Canada. Jeff Williams and Hollis Pugh of Colliers International represented Insight Global in the transaction. "The live-work-play atmosphere that Harbor Point has created in the South End is a big attraction," said Mr. Williams, who is Executive Managing Director in the Stamford office of Colliers. "Additionally BLT has a great reputation as a landlord, with the proven ability to deliver a first class product on time and as promised."

Eka Software Solutions, the global leader in providing Smart Commodity Management software, leased 10,872 square feet for its new world headquarters at Two Harbor Point. Manav Garg, CEO of Eka Software Solutions noted: "The Stamford area has become a commodity trading hub with a significant concentration of corporations, including several of Eka's customers. We love to be close to our end users, and we will use this office to better serve our customers. This new Stamford building will be a beautiful space to host customer meetings. As a global company, Eka chose this location in Stamford to ensure we can continue to meet our corporate growth goals and attract the best possible talent." Torey Walsh of Cushman & Wakefield of CT represented Eka in the transaction. "Harbor Point's marriage of a premium product in a flourishing community with proximity to the train station attracted Eka Software Solutions to establish its new World Headquarters here," Mr. Walsh said.

In addition to the three deals at Two Harbor Point, BLT itself will relocate its current headquarters from Two Harbor Point to One Harbor Point, expanding its footprint from 23,000 to 33,000 square feet in the process.

The Harbor Point Waterfront neighborhood offers an abundance of restaurant and retail opportunities for the use and enjoyment of office tenants. The food scene features Paloma, celebrity chef Aaron Sanchez's Latin-inspired restaurant, Top This, Bare Burger, Fortina Italian Restaurant, and Corbo's Southside Deli, and retail includes Walgreens, Exhale Mind Body Fitness, Pinot's Palette, and Go Green Dry Cleaners. Popular night spots include Sign of the Whale, World of Beer, Dolce Cubano and Crab Shell. Neighboring retailers within Harbor Point also include Fairway Market, Fairway Wines & Spirits, Design Within Reach, Harbor Point Nails, Style Bar Salon, Harbor Point Dental, Verizon Wireless and First Niagara Bank. Other new eateries nearby include Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, Subway, Robeks Fruit Smoothies, Harlan Social, Asian Bistro and Le Pain Quotidien.

Harbor Point is also home to approximately 1,800 luxury residential apartments, with another 500 under construction for completion in 2015. The residential product in Harbor Point offers abundant amenities such as shuttle service, concierge, pool decks with grills and fire pits, fitness center, roof top lounge, billiard room, club room, putting green, child play center, covered parking and a pet friendly environment. Harbor Point residents also enjoy approximately 11 acres of public open space in two parks and two waterfront promenades, as well as a 40 slip marina (accommodating yachts ranging in size from 20 feet to over 100 feet).

The Harbor Point development is strategically located just 35 miles from New York City and offers outstanding transportation links to the entire region. Harbor Point is walking distance from the Stamford Transportation Center, which offers Amtrak and Metro North service to New York, Boston and Washington D.C. Shuttle service is offered throughout Harbor Point, and to the train station and downtown Stamford.

About Building and Land Technology (BLT) Building and Land Technology (BLT) is a privately held real estate private equity, development and property management firm. Founded in 1982, BLT is vertically integrated and has invested, developed, owned and managed over five million square feet of commercial space and over 10,000 residential units. BLT is one of the largest office landlords inConnecticut, and its office holdings include the corporate headquarters for Gen Re, GE Commercial Finance, Diageo, GE Real Estate, Xerox, GE Energy, Kayak Software, AON/Hewitt, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and Structured Portfolio Management. BLT is the developer of numerous residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects, including Harbor Point, a transformative mixed-use development inStamford, CT (www.harborpt.com). One of the largest redevelopments on the eastern seaboard, Harbor Point encompasses an entire neighborhood, with a full mile of waterfront, more than 4,000 residential units, and several million square feet of commercial development. BLT's holdings include more than 100 active real estate companies, a majority interest in William Pitt Sotheby's residential brokerage firm with 28 offices and 1,100 agents, a mortgage and insurance company, and numerous private equity investments. http://www.bltoffice.com/

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VIROQUA Bethel Home and Services will break ground for a new 14-room Memory Care Home at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at 620 Garfield Ave. in Viroqua.

The home is intended to provide a secure, homelike setting for people who are not able to remain safely in their own homes because of Alzheimers disease or other dementia conditions, CEO Clark Nordberg said.

It will be in addition to specialized memory care that Bethel has provided in its Eldergarden since 1999, Nordberg said.

In addition to 14 private rooms, the new facility will have round-the-clock staffing and include a dining and activity room, a living room, a den, a sunroom, a serving kitchen, a bathing spa and hair salon, laundry areas, a four-season room and an enclosed courtyard.

It will provide a seamless transition for people who move to Eldergarden as their needs change, Nordberg said.

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Bethel to break ground for Memory Care Home in Viroqua

Rarely offered for sale, one of the original Rumson estate homes built in 1881 known as Seacroft at 1 Allencrest Road is now on the market. Restored with great care in 2008 with careful attention given to its architectural heritage, the 10,000-square-foot home originally designed by noted architect Bruce Price combines a dramatic sense of history with all the comforts of modern living. The estate is listed by Gloria Nilson & Co. Real Estate.

This three-story Colonial is located in a cul-de-sac fronted by a grand stone circular driveway that stretches much of the propertys 3.6 acres to reach the porte-cochere entrance.

Entering the foyer, one is immediately greeted by butternut paneling, carved balusters and leaded glass windows that accent the main stairway. Refined woodwork can be found throughout the home, along with several coffered ceilings, six fireplaces, and other exceptional architectural details. A banquet-sized dining room, great room and adjoining sunroom provide ample space for entertaining on a grand scale.

An elegant kitchen was designed with the modern gourmet in mind and includes top-of-the-line appliances, a double oven, a vegetable sink, bay window and three islands. Additionally, there is a circular breakfast room surrounded by windows that provides a view of the property from nearly every angle. In addition to eight bedrooms and seven-and-a-half baths, the home also boasts a full basement, office, den and exercise room.

Outside is a two-story columned veranda ideal for outdoor entertaining. The sunroom opens through French doors to the bluestone patio, lush gardens and pool with diving board.

This home is close to beaches, private beach clubs and a ferry service to New York City.

This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history in Rumson, said Geralyn Behring, sales associate at Gloria Nilson & Co. The historic architecture and decorative features are unmatched in the area, and the home has been lovingly renovated with the modern family in mind.

For more information or listing price inquiries about the property, contact Geralyn Behring at gbehring@glorianilson.com or 732-859-4761. Gloria Nilson & Co., Rumson Office, 732-530-2800.

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Matawan, NJ (PRWEB) September 22, 2014

The versatile contractor that specializes in luxury remodeling was originally hired by the client for a whole-house renovation. While in the middle of the job, the client asked the building company to also reconstruct the boathouse.

"Because water-front properties require extra attention to detail, the clients request really showed confidence in our crew, said Mike Bruno, owner of Stone Creek Builders.

Brunos team of dedicated professionals met the complex challenges necessary to bring the clients grandiose vision to life. The family needed something much more than a place to dock the boat and then leave. The family in Rumson NJ desired a comfortable living space near the water with amenities like the main house. A bathroom, running water, cabinets, and a miniature refrigerator were installed, requiring the builder to coordinate its many experts for electrical, plumbing and cabinetry work.

This was all done on top of completely rebuilding the structure. A new deck for the boathouse to sit on was needed. As a contractor that does not cut corners, Stone Creek Builders used treated decking to construct the deck. The builder also handled the framing of the walls and roof. The railings, windows, siding and garage doors were all handled by the builder that has long term relationships with an extensive network of specialists and contractors in the area.

At the completion of the building project, the clients family moved furniture in and now enjoys the water and watching boats with cold drinks within reach.

This job in Rumson NJ really represents what our company is capable of doing. Almost every type of contractor was needed. The whole property was transformed, complete with a waterside recreational living area that really made the family happy, Bruno said.

About the company

Located in Matawan NJ, Stone Creek Builders is a remodeling and restoration contractor known for its integrity and craftsmanship. It excels in customer relationships and prides itself on a company culture dedicated to helping clients meet their goals. Possessing a special skill set for kitchen and bathroom remodels, the company works with residential and commercial clients. The company can be contacted through its website http://www.stonecreekbldrs.com or by calling 732-566-0395.

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North East, Maryland (PRWEB) September 23, 2014

For two decades, Scott Shorrow of Landscape Concepts Inc. has specialized in landscape transformations enhancing the outdoor beauty of homes and businesses throughout Frederick, Maryland.

Hardscaping has truly become an artform, says Shorrow. Its so much more than just laying brick and pavers. The entire process from specification to design takes a real artistic touch to get it right, with a look and feel that promotes livability, curb appeal and even better value in a competitive sales market.

As for lighting, that was another matter entirely. I dreaded lighting projects, explains Shorrow. The wiring was bulky. The line voltage was difficult to anticipate and it always seemed like the first light was brighter than the fifth and all the other ensuing bulbs. Plus, the time and effort involved just wasnt worth the return.

That was until Shorrow learned about i-lighting and the companys extensive line of exterior lighting products using the companys proprietary LED Lighting Simplified connection technology. As a result, he found that installations utilizing i-lighting kits take nearly half the time of traditional outdoor lighting systems, since users need to do little more than plug the system together to create customized deck, rail, stair, post, path, masonry and landscape solutions. Another benefit is that each LED installation only costs pennies a month to operate, which translates to customer energy savings and another valuable business selling point.

I immediately realized this was the answer to my lighting problems, continues Shorrow. It just seemed so easy to use. All you have to do is plug it together and install. There are no excessive set up times. The wiring is thinner and as a result easier to hide and the LED bulbs emit a warm, yellow glow. I was sold the moment I started playing with the individual kits.

Featuring Easy Plug connectors, each i-lighting Stair, Deck and Landscape Lighting kit can be installed separately or in conjunction through a series of connections that plug together using either end of the i-lighting extension cables. Furthermore, each i-lighting system includes a lifetime warranty for its LED bulbs that use approximately 80 percent less energy than incandescent bulbs and are rated for 12-plus years of operation if used 24-hours-a-day/seven-days-a-week.

Most recently, the company also expanded its product line with the addition of iluma Under Cabinet and Rail Lighting. Each can be used both indoors and outdoors as well as operated independently or with any existing i-lighting Deck, Stair, Landscape Lighting Kit. Other i-lighting system benefits include a:

Over the past year, Ive used i-lighting products in more than 50 jobs, and I havent had a single challenge, adds Shorrow. I now show the lighting on the first day and customers almost immediately ask me to include it in their projects. Its such an easy upsell and its less expensive than the current low voltage lighting products in the marketplace.

In one case, a previous customer was so impressed with i-lighting that he instructed Shorrow to replace the homes existing landscape and masonry lighting with a complete system consisting of nearly 250 i-lighting masonry, path and uplights. Lighting installations are now not only a profitable, but pleasurable to perform, adds Shorrow. In addition, i-lighting couldnt be a better partner. They answer questions immediately and in many cases will even put together custom solutions for overnight delivery.

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After careful review and consideration of public safety concerns, the City has decided to remove four of the 18 mature Sugar Gum eucalyptus trees from the public right of way in the 100 block of E Avenue.

The nearly 60-foot-tall trees provide beauty and shade but they also pose an unacceptable risk to public safety.The City has worked tirelessly to maintain its urban forest of more than 8,700 trees that grow on public areas, including parkways. Coronado became a Tree City USA in 1984 for its active urban forest management program and, in 1993, formed the Street Tree Committee to provide input to the City Council and educate the public on the role trees play in the urban environment. The Committee also maintains the Tree Master Plan and a list of approved street trees.

Coronado actively monitors, maintains and inspects its trees, particularly the larger ones. The City does not treat tree removals lightly. However, public safety is the Citys highest priority.

Eucalyptus trees are known to drop branches in the summer or to fall over without warning. Several California cities have had serious injuries, even deaths, due to falling trees and limbs. With some limbs weighing hundreds of pounds and trees more than a ton, the risk of keeping the four trees is considerable and not worth taking.

In response to a concerned resident, the City conducted an assessment of its 31 eucalyptus trees. The Citys certified arborist found that all but four trees in the 100 block of E Avenue presented a low level of risk. The four exceptions presented a risk calling for their removal. The arborist found that wind gusts of 30 mph could overcome the load bearing capacity of the trees. Trees eventually need to be removed and replaced toward the end of their useful life in the landscape. The four trees to be removed were found to have one or more of the following conditions: decay; recent trunk failure; multiple co-dominant trunks; poor structure with decayed wounds; irregular decay patterns; reduced tree crowns.

Within a few weeks, the trees will be removed. Careful maintenance over the life of a tree can reduce hazards. The City will prune several of the remaining eucalyptus trees to improve their health and lower the risk of the trees falling or losing limbs.

Residents who live on or around the 100 block of E Avenue have been notified via a hand-delivered notification letter. A meeting will be held for local residents on Wednesday, Sept. 10, to address questions and concerns.City staff will discuss the matter of replacement possibilities at the Citys Street Tree Committee meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, to obtain the committees recommendation for the selection of any new trees. The City Council has requested that another species of eucalyptus be considered. The community is invited to attend.

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Great Falls, VA (PRWEB) September 23, 2014

Vics Tree Service is excited to offer customers 15 percent off tree removal and all tree services from September until November 2014. As northern Virginias comprehensive tree expert, Vics has served residents of Arlington, Alexandria, Great Falls, and surrounding areas since 1978.

We hope our loyal customers take full advantage of this annual fall promotion, said Vic Price, owner of Vics Tree Service. Our customers are the core of our business, and this 15 percent discount is one small way were saying thank you.

Vic's Tree Service is a full service tree company, and offers tree removal, tree trimming, general landscape cleanup, and fertilization. With more than 35 years of experience, Vics is dedicated to safely preserving the integrity and beauty of trees.

Learn more about Vics Tree Service at http://www.vicstreeservice.com.

About Vic's Tree Service

Vics Tree Service caters to the residents of Northern Virginia in the form of excellent tree care and maintenance. They specialize in enhancing the aesthetic and functional value of their customers landscape, while simultaneously improving the health of their trees. They are fully licensed and insured, and provide exceptional service around the clock. For more information about Vics Tree Service, please visit http://www.vicstreeservice.com.

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Published: September 22, 2014 | Last Modified: September 22, 2014 11:23PM

By Eric Vo Record-Journal staff

WALLINGFORD Phase two of the tree planting program is underway, as contractors began cutting down the 38 pear and oak trees in downtown Wallingford Monday two weeks before Celebrate Wallingford.

Starting from the top of Center Street by Simpson Court, contractors from New Haven-based Paradise Landscaping Tree Service made their way down the road cutting down the trees marked for removal.

The trees were planted in the mid-1990s along Center Street from Route 5 to North Main Street. Earlier this month, Public Works Director Henry McCully decided to remove the trees, despite opposition from the public.

McCully is on vacation until Wednesday and could not be reached for comment.

The trees couldnt be removed until the town received an encroachment permit from the state Department of Transportation. Officials from Wallingford Center Inc. asked town officials to wait to remove the trees until after Celebrate Wallingford, which will be held Oct. 4-5.

Im disappointed, WCI Executive Director Liz Landow said Monday. Theyre down two weeks before Celebrate Wallingford.

Mayor William W. Dickinson Jr. said the trees had to be removed sooner because the town had a time frame to follow.

If we waited until after Celebrate Wallingford, it would not be enough time to take the trees down and plant them, Dickinson said. They have to be planted by the third week of October.

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Center Street tree removal begins in Wallingford