Judge dismisses ADA lawsuit against Youth Crisis Center Nov 18, 2009
However, the YCC denied it told Rodgers the position was no longer available, denied that her employment was terminated in violation of the ADA, denied that the center did not find a way to accommodate her, and denied that she had suffered economic and noneconomic damages ... Johnson agreed with the YCC, writing a person suing under the ADA must be able to show she is a "qualified individual with a disability," and that "disability" does not include temporary medical conditions including... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Budget agony Nov 17, 2009
Con said some federal stimulus funds will support the position for two years at which time the district should know if ADA has increased. Mary Kelso, who represents parents on the committee, said most parents don t realize how ADA works. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Your Career: More disabilities to be protected Nov 16, 2009
Epilepsy, cancer, mental illness to be covered under changes to ADA. Most popular. (MSNBC -- Business)
Jackpot: Lawyers earn fees from law they wrote Nov 16, 2009
Bobb wrote on Nov 15, 2009 11:34 AM:" These businesses just close the doors and shut down. There go the jobs. SI can understand the reasoning for the Act as my wife is disabled but it is carried to extremes to enhance these lawyers. Just as the one District stated, they did not contest the suit and agreed to change their election method but they were billed $1.2 million by these attorney's---taxpayer money in this case.This is a breech of judicial ethics at it's worst. In the ADA cases it is one... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Historic Courthouse gets an extreme makeover (2) Nov 15, 2009
As part of the restoration, new electrical, heating-cooling, security, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, plumbing and ADA compliant fixtures are being installed underneath the building, inside walls and in other discreet ways so as not to interfere with the historic ambiance. Thats where the most difficult part of the project was encountered. (Boerne Star, TX)
Charlotte M. Bye Nov 15, 2009
Lori Manani, of St. Paul; three great-grandchildren; sister, Ada Cruise, of Huntington Beach, Calif. brother, Leonard Salewske, of Coon Rapids. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
NDC will fulfil campaign promises -Mills Nov 15, 2009
" He said Parliament was helping to define policies and framework to govern the activities of all stakeholders in the oil and gas sector to promote and encourage accountable and transparent management of the oil revenue and its profitable use in national development. President Mills said the policies would also clarify any ambiguities such as national and local interests in the oil industry. "We shall ensure that the oil find will be beneficial and not a curse to the country's development, most... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Media must focus on climate change - Sherry Ayittey Nov 15, 2009
She noted that Ghana is having a good share of the climate change as the Eastern Coast of the country, particularly Keta and Ada had in recent years been affected by severe sea erosion. Ms Ashittey recalled the 1983 drought that led to wildfires nationwide that destroyed large expanse of forest woodlands and farmlands and the recent flood in the Northern, Central and Western regions. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Friends of the Old Barn push to fix up cottage Nov 14, 2009
He added the requirements for making the cottage restroom ADA compliant aren t difficult, and electricians and plumbers are lined up to do the work. We re going to do it all, he said, adding it won t cost taxpayers a dime. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
JAMES HIGHSMITH: University mission is discarded Nov 14, 2009
The student-to-faculty ratio, determined by ADA, is appropriate and necessary to provide safe, quality education and training. Eighteen of 24 California dental hygiene programs are offered through the California Community College system, whose mission is to provide affordable, open-door access to general education and vocational programs. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Cal Fire addresses endangered tree concerns Nov 14, 2009
Handicapped ADA accessibility kills us at fire stations, Chambers said. That decision (about the parking lot) was made 10 years ago. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Council approves contracts for park renovations Nov 13, 2009
Renovations will include Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements and needed upgrades to park features such as open space, landscape, pedestrian walkways, play structures, signage, shade structures, irrigation and picnic ramadas. The parks will be closed Nov. 16 until completed sometime in March. (Glendale Star, AZ)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 13, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:50 PM EDT. The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Armory rededication on Friday Nov 13, 2009
Originally constructed in 1957, the existing 16,490-square foot armory underwent a complete renovation, which included a new physical training area, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant showers, an upgraded kitchen area and a Fire Support Team simulation room. The project added an additional 2,265 square feet to the armory. (Charles City Press, IO)
Medford resident takes action to protect service dogs Nov 13, 2009
But Carl Richardson, ADA coordinator for the State House, said he believes the broken comb plate found following Dakota s accident was a result of the accident and not its cause ... According to an after-accident form provided to the Transcript by the BSOB via Richardson, as ADA coordinator, the accident involving Kinley took place May 21, but was not reported until May 26 ... Will be meeting with BSOB ADA Coordinator to explore this issue and the training received regarding escalator use by... (Medford Transcript, MA)
Africa: Taking the Lead On Water Nov 12, 2009
"There will be four themes. First, financing water and sanitation infrastructure. We are also going to be discussing managing trans-boundary waters. We share the rivers in Africa, so we share the water. "(Third), climate change adaptation ... Ada Williams works on sanitation issues in West Africa with the non-profit organisation Water Aid. (allAfrica.com)
Eureka! A touring play makes math dramatic for middle- and high-schoolers Nov 12, 2009
focuses on a seventh-grader named Sara, who is struggling with math on the night before a test, when she receives some unexpected help from Albert Einstein, Blaise Pascal, Lady Ada Lovelace, and Pythagoras. In the course of 60 funny and imaginative minutes, Wainwright-Branigan manages to work in explanations of number theory, order of operations, probability, prime numbers, the Fibonacci sequence, the origins of the calculator and computer, Pascal s triangle, and the golden ratio. (Boston Globe)
Volleyball Continues Road Trip In Virginia Nov 12, 2009
After making a remarkable recovery from off-season hip surgery, the Ada, Mich. native is averaging 10. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Donations make for successful benefit for Douglas House Nov 12, 2009
Among the attendees and sponsors were: Dr. Maturin Finch, an SLI Board member and his wife, Dr. Carolyn Finch,; Patricia Dooley, whose son Richard is a resident; Ada Wong, SLI Advisory Board member; Mary McFadden Hastings, Lexington Chamber of Commerce treasurer; Steve Hastings; Gerry Howell of the Lexington Chamber of Commerce, and his wife, Jan Howell; and Joe Panniello. Supportive Living Inc. was the creation in 1991 of Carroll Stephens and her late husband, Douglas, who were concerned about... (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Marlene Joy Schofield Nov 12, 2009
Marlene is survived by her husband of 48, who was her best friend and love, Bob; children, Tom and Ann Schofield of Traverse City, John and Carrie Schofield of Ada, July and Stefan Swartzmiller of Madison and Shelly and Kevin Mehring of Oregon; grandchildren who lovingly called her Gaga, Janelle, Stefan, Sarah, Christian, Lauren, Mason Schofield, Madison, Hannah and Sophie Swartzmiller and Tyler and Trevor Mehring; brothers, Bob (Jan) Quade, Tom (Mary) Kennedy and Mark Thompson; nieces and... (Forest Republican, WI)
Ex-Oklahoma player Hill headed to Afghanistan Nov 12, 2009
"It will be a great experience, but it's still scary," said Hill, who is from Ada. "You have to respect the situation. ... It's not like I'm going out and doing a lot of risky business, but I'm still there [in Afghanistan] and I'm a flight surgeon. There is some anxiety, but a lot of stuff you can't control, so I focus on what I can control.". (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Aztecs, Toreros face off in rare matchup in ... Nov 11, 2009
"I have nothing to say about that," USD coach Ada Greenwood said. "What's important right now is that San Diego State and USD both had good years, and they get to play in the NCAA Tournament. It's going to be a great soccer atmosphere on Friday.". (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Device enables world's first voluntary gorilla blood pressure reading Nov 11, 2009
The students also had guidance from Hanjoong Jo, the Ada Lee and Pete Correll Professor in Biomedical Engineering and the Division of Cardiology; and Professor Franklin Bost, the Coulter Department director of design instruction. Ozzie slides his arm into the durable, yet comfortable, Gorilla Tough Cuff. (EurekAlert!)
Breast-Feeding Benefits Moms and Babies Nov 10, 2009
"It is the position of the American Dietetic Association that exclusive breast-feeding provides optimal nutrition and health protection for the first 6 months of life, and breast-feeding with complementary foods from 6 months until at least 12 months of age is the ideal feeding pattern for infants. Breast-feeding is an important public health strategy for improving infant and child morbidity and mortality and improving maternal morbidity and helping to control health care costs," the ADA said in... (MEDLINEplus)
HINGHAM YESTERDAYS: Little folks had fine time on Halloween Nov 10, 2009
Miss Ada Stetson of Garrison road, Hingham Center, has been the guest of her sister, Miss Alice Stetson Clark of Darien Ct. this past week. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Glenn Remick, darts enthusiast boosted game nationally; at 58 Nov 10, 2009
But the ADA has maintained several sponsorships, including some Fortune 500 companies and it is also the only darters organization in the United States that certifies professionals in the sport. It is estimated that 18. (Boston Globe)
Local Events Planned To Honor Vets Nov 10, 2009
Guests over 5'9" may have to duck periodically USCGC Maria Bray and USCGC Shrike Tours These vessels are not ADA compliant Northbank Riverfront The U.S. Coast Guard Cutters will be available for free guided ship tours. Tour hours: 11 a.m. - noon; 1-5 p.m. Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce 7th Annual Military Appreciation Luncheon Prime Osborn Convention Center Registration begins at 11:30 a.m.; Luncheon is from noon-1:30 p.m. Tickets: Civilians - $30; Active Duty/Reservists/Veteran Units... (News4Jax.com, FL)
Horse neglect - 10 seized Nov 9, 2009
Cikanek said she still owns a home in Nevada, along with the one in North Bend, which she cant afford to leave ... She had tried selling them in Nevada and California and then again in Oregon ... "My goal in this case is not jail for Ms. Cikanek," the ADA said. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Veterans Day closings Nov 8, 2009
AUGUSTA PUBLIC TRANSIT, RICHMOND TRANSIT AND ADA PARATRANSIT: Regular service Wednesday. AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY OFFICES: Open Wednesday. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Efforts to promote breastfeeding urged Nov 8, 2009
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 7 (Xinhua) -- The American Dietetic Association (ADA) has called for greater efforts to promote breastfeeding, which offers health benefits for both infants and mothers. Nursing exclusively for six months, then with food until at least 12 months is ideal, the ADA said in a study published in the November issue of the Journal of the ADA. ... "It is the position of the American Dietetic Association that exclusive breastfeeding provides optimal nutrition and health protection for... (Xinhuanet, China)
Marilyn J. Peterson Nov 7, 2009
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Boise man threatened to burn girl Nov 7, 2009
He remains in Ada County Jail in Boise. Comment Blog - Note: All Comments Subject To Approval. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
CUSD board hears charter proposal Nov 7, 2009
Salazar admitted the proposed online academy would cost the approving districts the revenues generally referred to as ADA, or average daily attendance they would receive from the students that might enroll in the Global Systems school that live within their boundaries. How do you make sure the actual student is taking a test and not the parent. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
A strategy to boost investment in salt launched Nov 6, 2009
The strategy seeks to attract domestic and foreign direct investments into the Tekperbiawe area of Ada and its environs to expand production and benefit from the economies of scale ... Experts say the Ada area alone has the potential to produce about 1 ... As part of the strategy, a model has been proposed to help end litigation in the Ada area to facilitate foreign direct investment. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Speakers address Lodi Unified School District budget shortfalls, plea to keep programs Nov 6, 2009
"If sports programs are eliminated, we would lose students and no ADA would be secured," she said of the claim that athletes have higher attendance rates than non-athletes, which brings revenue in for the district. At Lodi High alone, she said, that annual average daily attendance figure is 172,000. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Myrtrice Dilland Nov 6, 2009
She is survived by three sons, Gary (Sandi), John (Barbara) and Ray (Connie); daughter, Joyce (Marlow Nelson); eight grandchildren, Erik (Katy) Dilland, Steven (Samantha) Dilland, David (Angela)Dilland, Paul (Malinda) Nelson, Mark (Raquel) Nelson, Aaron (Lisa) Nelson, Lori (Mark) Petty and Amy (Gabriel) Iverson; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ada Fretland and Jeanette Mortenson; two sisters-in-law, Bernice Wolla and Olive Davidson as well as many nieces and nephews. Myrtrice was preceded... (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Study suggests dentists can identify patients at risk for fatal cardiovascular event Nov 6, 2009
The not-for-profit ADA is the nation's largest dental association, representing more than 157,000 dentist members. The premier source of oral health information, the ADA has advocated for the public's health and promoted the art and science of dentistry since 1859 ... The ADA's state-of-the-art research facilities develop and test dental products and materials that have advanced the practice of dentistry and made the patient experience more positive. (EurekAlert!)
Risks of daily aspirin may outweigh benefits Nov 5, 2009
"Because of some recent studies suggesting that the benefit is not very large, and because aspirin can also have risks (intestinal bleeding or hemorrhagic stroke), the January 2010 recommendations will recommend it mostly for higher-risk people than was the case in the past, when it was recommended for people with more moderate levels of risk and above," says Dr. M. Sue Kirkman, the vice president of clinical affairs for the ADA.. The authors of the new analysis say there's not enough evidence... (CNN -- Health)
Let ADAG raise funds abroad: FM tells RBI Nov 5, 2009
The finance ministry has asked the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to reconsider applications from the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG) to raise foreign loans after receiving a representation from the groups chairman Anil Ambani. The finance ministrys intervention came after the RBI said that applications from the ADA group for external commercial borrowings or ECB would be considered only after the resolution of a number of cases relating to alleged violation of guidelines on how foreign... (India Times)
Flashback: Epic Shootout Nov 5, 2009
Luetgert, by the way, going by Bailey Chase, plays a former Texas football player named Butch Ada on the TV series Saving Grace. North Carolina badly needed to burn some clock but couldnt sustain a drive. (InsideCarolina.com)
SEPTA strike Day 2: Fire adds to delays Nov 5, 2009
The following services are still operating: regional rail; Victory Division buses, with modifications for buses into Philadelphia; the Route 101 and 102 Trolley Lines and the Norristown High Speed Line; LUCY service (Green and Gold) with regular routing from 30th Street Station to select University City Destinations and Paratransit CCT Connect service for registered ADA and Shared Ride customers. Most Read Stories. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Tales of Trotsky Nov 5, 2009
Has anyone nowadays heard of Isaac Deutscher ... k Ada, the largest of the islands in the Sea of Marmara near Istanbul. (The American Conservative)
Overstimulated Nov 5, 2009
"The purchase of some models could be absolutely free," Roger Gaddis of Ada Electric Cars in Oklahoma said earlier this year. "Is that about the coolest thing you've ever heard?". (The American Conservative)
SEPTA workers stage surprise strike Nov 4, 2009
The following services are still operating: regional rail; Victory Division buses, with modifications for buses into Philadelphia; the Route 101 and 102 Trolley Lines and the Norristown High Speed Line; LUCY service (Green and Gold) with regular routing from 30th Street Station to select University City Destinations and Paratransit CCT Connect service for registered ADA and Shared Ride customers. We think it was a more than a reasonable offer, Maloney said. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Fire Departments spooky ways overflow doorway Nov 4, 2009
Keahi Pilington (ADA) was the top Princess in the Ages 0-3 group, joined by Nevaeh Ibanez (Buildings) in the Ages 4-6 group and Aleah Yano (Water) in the Ages 7-10 division. Carlan Jerico (Water) was the Super Hero of the Ages 0-3 division with Kimiko Pilkington (ADA) deemed Super in the Ages 4-6 group and Kaeo Rezentes (Finance) earning the nod in the Ages 7-10 group. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Police Blotter: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009 Nov 4, 2009
An Odessa woman reported someone took two window frames worth a total of $900 between an unknown time and 5:30 p.m. between June 9 and Tuesday in the 300 block of East Ada ... An Odessa woman reported someone used her white 1991 Chevrolet Suburban without consent between 5 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Saturday in the 1400 block of Adams. (Odessa American, TX)
On duty, from left: Mary Tufto, Rita Dreslinksi, Miriam Wilcox, Ellen Geohegan, Pamela Fauxbel, Jacques Fauxbel and Jerrie Ford. Photo by Jaime Richardson | Green Valley News Nov 4, 2009
MedianGreen gets county funding for major landscaping work on the large medians along La Ca ada Drive and Esperanza Boulevard before care of the medians is handed over to volunteers who sponsor them. Adopt-a-Median is for residents who simply want to meet periodically to spruce up the appearance of their neighborhood, Blodgett said. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Palo Alto to consider dropping online forum Nov 3, 2009
Posted by Ada, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 13 hours ago. I am quite surprised that the PA online forum is considered for a shut down. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Nameberry: Heroines, worthy women and trailblazers with notable names Nov 3, 2009
ABIGAIL Adams The first First Lady to occupy the White House and an intellectually equal partner of her husband, President John Adams. ADA LOVELACE daughter of the poet Byron whose work in mathematics was (probably) a precursor of the modern computer. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Empty nests too high for the empty nesters Nov 2, 2009
They include apartments in a multi-storey block in Ada Avenue, Wahroonga, which have been on the market since 2006, and some in Woniora Avenue, Wahroonga, and McIntyre Street, Gordon, which went on sale in August last year ... But Friends of Ku-ring-gai and the local council are adamant there is no demand for high-rise apartments in the region and that the destruction of local heritage and ecosystems that is taking place to build them is unnecessary. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Disabled workers' employers lauded Area businesses help people with disabilities find and keep jobs Nov 2, 2009
The event will provide information on recent changes to the ADA and tips on working with people who have disabilities. It will be Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the dRC office on Progress Street. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Bond issue for Bridgman school upgrades on ballot again Nov 2, 2009
The work would include repaving all parking lots and adding additional parking areas for school visitors; adding new, insulated roofs to the district's elementary and middle schools; purchasing three new buses; converting the high school shop area to an exploratory classroom; remodeling classrooms (with new carpeting, ceilings, lighting and cabinetry); remodeling restrooms for ADA compliance; and remodeling kitchens and dining areas. Improvements to athletic facilities would include remodeling... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
More kids have diabetes, fewer schools have nurses Nov 2, 2009
Although more schools have fewer full-time nurses while, experts say, there is an increasing number of children being diagnosed with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, many schools are successfully adapting to the needs of these kids, which the federal Americans with Disabilities Act requires they do, says attorney Ed Kraus, an associate professor at Chicago Kent Law School who works with the (ADA) ... According to the ADA, 186,300 people under 20 have type 1 or type 2 diabetes when the body... (USA Today)
Local briefs Nov 1, 2009
The Lions Clubs Recycling Center, just east of the Joyner-Green Valley Public Library on La Ca ada Drive, will soon make recycling of newspapers, magazines, catalogs and aluminum cans even more convenient. Satellite collection trailers for papers and cans will be going in at three prominent locations in the community. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
State ramping up efforts on curb cuts Nov 1, 2009
They claim that PennDOT and municipalities tolerated sometimes sloppy work by contractors; provided lax oversight by not demanding strict compliance with ADA standards; and initially did not always stick to federal guidelines, resulting in flawed ramps ... Douglass Yerger, public works director for Pottstown, Montgomery County, just ended in 2007 a 15-year odyssey of making his borough's 60 miles of roads ADA-compliant ... As a result of ADA, communities went on a ramp-building binge -- but not... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
What’s Happening Nov 1, 2009
Aloha Adult Loss Of Hearing Association, 10 a.m., La Posada Recreation Center ... Green Valley Rotary Club meets at 11:30 a.m. at St. Francis-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church, 600 S. La Ca ada Drive ... Green Valley Hadassah meets at 10 am, at Beth Shalom Temple Center, 1751 Rio Mayo. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Sisco Receives COSIDA/ESPN The Magazine Academic Honor Oct 31, 2009
WT faces Northeastern State later this afternoon with kickoff set for 2:00 p.m. before finishing the regular season on Nov. 1 as they travel to Ada, Oklahoma to face East Central at 1:00 p.m.. . (Gobuffsgo.com)
Portland firm chosen for mall upgrade Oct 31, 2009
Other Colorado team members include Meeting the Challenge Inc., a small business and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) consulting firm, and Rocky Mountain ADA Center of Colorado Springs. Waterline Studios Inc. in Fort Collins will design water features for the mall. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Crosswalk is no go at the Senior Center Oct 31, 2009
The crosswalk would have to comply with ADA requirements and among those requirements is a ramp at both ends of the crosswalk. If we do it, it has to be done the right way. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
24 South St. Notebook Oct 31, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:50 PM EDT. The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Third I-84 westbound lane open Oct 31, 2009
Approximately one-fourth of Canyon County's workforce commutes from Ada County, and about one-tenth of Ada County's workforce commutes from Canyon County, according to the Idaho Department of Commerce. Joining the Governor in the ceremony were Idaho Senate Transportation Committee Chairman John McGee, State Senator Curt McKenzie, State Senator Patti Anne Lodge, Nampa Mayor Tom Dale, Meridian Mayor Tammy de Weerd, and Idaho Transportation Board Chairman Darrell Manning. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Flatto: I'm working to get train station back on track Oct 30, 2009
There has been a significant acceleration in the state's work in the last half year, Flatto said, noting that the state is responsible for the station, the platforms, and Americans with Disability Act (ADA) access, including elevators. Platform work has begun and the bridge network is 60 to 70 percent done, said Flatto. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
JSS Exams And Assessment In Ghanaian Schools Oct 30, 2009
Cert A Post Sec Ada Training College B.Ed University College Of Education M.Sc State University Of New York. Source:Ashie, John. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Lena Bell Bradley Benjamin Oct 30, 2009
Willie (Kathy) Benjamin of Brewton, Richard (Linda) Benjamin of Mobile, and Danny (Janet) Benjamin of Brewton; 32 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a devoted niece, Carrie Bradley Moncrease; a special cousin, Minnie Stallworth; a special care giver, Detrick Roberson; three sisters-in-law, Addie Benjamin and Bannie Pearl Benjamin, both of the Johnsonville community; and Ada Davis of Brewton; and a host of other friends and family. Funeral services were held... (Brewton Standard, AL)
Halloween fun and more Oct 30, 2009
Schaffer s talk, with accompanying music, will be Monday at 10 a.m. in the Parish Hall of St. Francis-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church, 600 La Ca ada Dr. ... P.E.O. Chapter FB is hosting a luncheon with games and loads of prizes on Saturday, Nov. 7, at La Posada ... The P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization) has grown from a tiny membership of seven to almost a quarter of a million members in chapters in the United States and Canada. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
