Sentences with phrase «renewal efforts in»

My first year of college brought The Other America, Michael Harrington's passionate exposé of U.S. poverty, and Herbert J. Gans's The Urban Villagers, documenting the human damage inflicted by urban renewal efforts in Boston's West End, just across the river.

Besides, Governor Ambode commended Ajimobi for his infrastructural renewal efforts in Oyo State, especially the capital projects and public private partnership initiatives that have been undertaken in recent time, saying that the steps aimed at modernizing Ibadan were in the right direction.

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It continues: «Neither the initial application in October 2016, nor any of the renewals, disclose or reference the role of the DNC, Clinton campaign, or any party / campaign in funding Steele's efforts, even though the political origins of the Steele dossier were then known to senior DOJ and FBI officials.»

These leasing efforts led to a Kite record 393 new and renewal leases in 2017 (for over 2.3 million square feet) which was about 600,000 square feet more in the prior year.

He was also familiar with the Una Sancta movement, an effort to overcome confessional divisions through the renewal of faith among both German Protestants and Catholics, to establish «fraternity in Christ across all barriers.»

Communities of faith are not bereft of the Spirit, and therefore of the possibility of renewal through the efforts of men and women who dare to act in the hope that the Church can contribute more to our public life than merely another interest group.

The twenty - first - century Church owes a lot to twentieth - century German Catholicism: for its generosity to Catholics in the Third World; for the witness of martyrs like Alfred Delp, Bernhard Lichtenberg, and Edith Stein; for its contributions to Biblical studies, systematic and moral theology, liturgical renewal, and Catholic social doctrine, through which German Catholicism played a leading role in Vatican II's efforts to renew Catholic witness for the third millennium.

With a number of fellow pastors who became lifelong friends, Rauschenbusch studied, read, talked, debated and plumbed the new social theories of the day, especially those of the non-Marxist socialists whom John C. Cort has recently traced in Christian Socialism (Orbis, 1988) The pastors wove these theories together with biblical themes to form» «Christian Sociology,» a hermeneutic of social history that allowed them to see the power of God's kingdom being actualized through the democratization of the economic system (see James T. Johnson, editor, The Bible in American Law, Politics and Rhetoric [Scholars Press, 1985]-RRB- They pledged themselves to new efforts to make the spirit of Christianity the core of social renewal at a time when agricultural - village life was breaking down and urban - cosmopolitan patterns were not yet fully formed.

Kathleen Heasman says of evangelicals in the latter half of the 19th century: «By the mid-century it had become an accepted fact... that those who had experienced some spiritual renewal should straightway take part in the various efforts which were being made to help the less fortunate in the community.»

Thus, if Christians are to imitate Christ (a favorite theme of Sojourners), they must carry forward that work of renewal in all spheres of life, including the political arena, even while recognizing the partial, imperfect nature of their efforts.

In the churches we may add a greater ecumenical understanding and fellowship, a greater outreach in service to society, and an effort, however varied in its success, at inner renewaIn the churches we may add a greater ecumenical understanding and fellowship, a greater outreach in service to society, and an effort, however varied in its success, at inner renewain service to society, and an effort, however varied in its success, at inner renewain its success, at inner renewal.

In the past, we have usually done this through quiet efforts at social renewal, working in and through established institutions according to their ruleIn the past, we have usually done this through quiet efforts at social renewal, working in and through established institutions according to their rulein and through established institutions according to their rules.

Referring to the Bangkok Assembly of the WCC, The International Congress in Lausanne, the Bishops» Synod in Rome on evangelism in the modern world, and the Orthodox Consultation on Confessing Christ today, Thomas said that theological convergence in these meetings is striking in three points: Firstly, in their emphasis on the whole gospel for the whole man in the whole world; secondly, in their effort to relate evangelism to the identity of the church and to its growth, renewal and unity; and thirdly, in their affirmation of the realities of the contemporary world.

I shall apply my efforts and what I learned in the United Kingdom to the cause of renewal and community development.

Towns said he was looking forward to participating in Governor Cuomo's Regional Economic Development Councils and believes affordable housing and community renewal efforts are a powerful tool for economic development.

A coalition of business entities ranging from the Business Council to Unshackle Upstate are pushing back against an effort to include a prevailing wage component in the renewal of the 421a tax abatement.

«Belleayre, Gore and Whiteface are key drivers of their local tourism economies, and with this commitment they are joining New York's nation - leading efforts to fight climate change, reduce our carbon footprint and foster the development of renewal resources,» Cuomo said in the release.

That effort, they said, could not have happened without mayoral control, which is up for renewal in June.

Mayor Stephanie Miner, who chairs the urban renewal agency, said Wednesday in response to the ABO report that she will continue her efforts to reduce the urban renewal agency payroll, which has shrunk by 14 percent since she took office in 2010.

The Department of Motor Vehicles, which already has an aggressive voter registration effort, is being ordered to now send information about the online program in all license and other renewal emails.

While the scientific goals of the program have not changed since the last competing renewal, an effort to focus the program in order to develop the highest impact science in this area has resulted in evolution of the program.

Although district officials noted that each renewal school already had a full - time parent liaison, in places where parents historically have not been engaged, such efforts hardly seem duplicative to those in the trenches.

Director, Regional Advocacy, Greater Los Angeles As part of the Regional Advocacy team, Chris leads policy and advocacy efforts to support member schools» interests across Los Angeles County in the areas of charter school authorization, growth, renewals, funding equity and facilities advocacy.

Director, Regional Advocacy, Los Angeles 213-634-4445 [email protected] As part of the Regional Advocacy team, Keith leads policy and advocacy efforts to support member schools» interests across Los Angeles County in the areas of charter school authorization, growth, renewals, funding equity and facilities advocacy.

Managing Regional Director, San Francisco Bay Area 510-344-7228 [email protected] As part of the Regional Advocacy team, Patrick leads policy and advocacy efforts to support member schools» interests in the Bay Area such as charter school authorization, growth, renewals, funding equity and facilities advocacy.

Director, Regional Advocacy, Greater Los Angeles As part of the Regional Advocacy team, Jason leads policy and advocacy efforts to support member schools» interests across Los Angeles County in the areas of charter school authorization, growth, renewals, funding equity and facilities advocacy.

Ayers» method of using autobiographical reflection to understand teaching practice will be excellent for use in pre-service teacher education classes and inservice teacher renewal efforts.

Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) is «building a community that inspires curiosity, creativity, and achievement,» as evidenced by significant curriculum renewal efforts, including the adoption of a 1:1 technology standard for all students in grades 3 — 12.

What's far less clear, even after several decades of school renewal efforts, is just how leadership matters, how important those effects are in promoting the learning of all children, and what the essential ingredients of successful leadership are.

Mazda engineering and R&D departments in Japan, Europe, and the US all contributed to the Mazda3's renewal effort and the development of the company's new world car.»

While the limited checkouts and renewal license fee structures offered can save libraries money in the short - term, collection specialists must be diligent about e-book collection management efforts to keep up renewals and with demand.

Such statements reflect the current views of Barnes & Noble with respect to future events, the outcome of which is subject to certain risks, including, among others, the general economic environment and consumer spending patterns, decreased consumer demand for Barnes & Noble's products, low growth or declining sales and net income due to various factors, including store closings, higher - than - anticipated or increasing costs, including with respect to store closings, relocation, occupancy (including in connection with lease renewals) and labor costs, the effects of competition, the risk of insufficient access to financing to implement future business initiatives, risks associated with data privacy and information security, risks associated with Barnes & Noble's supply chain, including possible delays and disruptions and increases in shipping rates, various risks associated with the digital business, including the possible loss of customers, declines in digital content sales, risks and costs associated with ongoing efforts to rationalize the digital business and the digital business not being able to perform its obligations under the Samsung commercial agreement and the consequences thereof, the risk that financial and operational forecasts and projections are not achieved, the performance of Barnes & Noble's initiatives including but not limited to its new store concept and e-commerce initiatives, unanticipated adverse litigation results or effects, potential infringement of Barnes & Noble's intellectual property by third parties or by Barnes & Noble of the intellectual property of third parties, and other factors, including those factors discussed in detail in Item 1A, «Risk Factors,» in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2016, and in Barnes & Noble's other filings made hereafter from time to time with the SEC.

While most Canadians spend a lot of time, and expend a lot of effort, in shopping for an initial mortgage, the same is generally not the case when looking at mortgage term renewals.

As New York enacts urban renewal programs in an effort to curb an affordable housing crisis, and homelessness rises to historic levels, Anarchitect's look back at the city's troubled past is startlingly relevant.

It takes in the uncompromising spirit, the ever dissatisfied ambition and the never tired renewal of effort to which the professional, in the sense that he is bound to his art by all the economic ties of modern times, can never attain as can the independent agent.

Antiquity Revived: Neoclassical Art in the Eighteenth Century examines early efforts of stylistic reform, how the renewal of classical taste found its roots in ancient sources, and how artists in a variety of disciplines forged an imaginative, classical style that satisfied the needs of their own age.

Demand for carbon offsets earned from forest protection or renewal grew 17 % in 2013 as companies and governments invested $ 192 million in efforts to plant trees, improve forest management, support «climate - smart» agriculture, or avoid deforestation.

21 November 2014 Washington, D.C. Demand for carbon offsets earned from forest protection or renewal grew 17 % in 2013 as companies and governments invested $ 192 million in efforts to plant trees, improve forest management, support «climate - smart» agriculture, or avoid deforestation.

The AB 1632 Report also recommended additional studies that Pacific Gas and Electric Company and Southern California Edison should undertake as part of their license renewal feasibility studies for the California Public Utilities Commission and directed the utilities to provide a status report on their efforts toward implementing the recommendations in the AB 1632 Report in the 2009 Integrated Energy Policy Report.

More broadly, Fountain says that the Haitian judiciary system is in the process of reform and renewal, and the United Nations is involved in that effort.

Many insurance companies offer this type of incentive in an effort to compete with their competition in the insurance market, but it is not something that every insurance policy holder is entitled to receive upon renewal.

In an effort to encourage customer loyalty, the insurance company will offer what is known as a renewal discount.

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

Property Management — Duties & Responsibilities Coordinate regular maintenance and repairs as well as emergency resolution through the efficient management of maintenance team and general / sub-contractors, also participating in restoration and renovation projects to ensure timely completion within designated budgets Develop annual property budget and monitor with monthly variance reports, preparing financial statements and various regular and ad - hoc reports on property status, including occupancy rates and lease expirations Provide relevant oversight and administration to tenant build - outs, utility service termination and transfer, supply purchasing, and building consolidation processes Support firm management to aid in effective customer service, maintenance, and general property operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while overseeing all critical management aspects Organize, manage, and execute all aspects of the lease process, facilitating the ease of operational aspects as well as price / term negotiations, rental agreement reviews, rent collection, impounds, and tenant eviction as necessary Generate increased revenue through tenant referrals as well as consistent lease renewals through effective service and timely issue resolution Identify and develop talent among hired staff and property personnel, utilizing focused training efforts within a performance - based work environment designed to utilize the critical strengths of assistants, supervisors, and techs Provide continuous assessment of property usage and needs, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective preventative maintenance programs, renovation considerations, and cost reduction / control measures Maintain a strong working knowledge of the leasing property, respective marketplace, and general economic trends Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales personnel, support staff, and senior management to facilitate information flow and drive operational efficiency

Aboriginal community controlled organisations are subject to «obscene» amounts of time and effort arguing for the renewal of funding contracts which diverts frontline staff and contributes to a lack of progress in Closing the Gap

It was demolished in 2015, decades after nearly all of the neighborhood had been bulldozed in the late 1960s in a failed urban renewal effort that reduced much of the area to parking lots and displaced around 2,000 people.

VIEW FLIPBOOK In the student housing industry, there is a very cyclical calendar for marketing efforts with move - in happening every August, renewals starting a few months after, and the spring semester being reserved for targeting prospectIn the student housing industry, there is a very cyclical calendar for marketing efforts with move - in happening every August, renewals starting a few months after, and the spring semester being reserved for targeting prospectin happening every August, renewals starting a few months after, and the spring semester being reserved for targeting prospects.