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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
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Toronto Core Service Review public consultation
The fourth in a series of public consultation roundtable discussions will be held tonight. Toronto residents will have the opportunity to learn about City services and discuss what's important to them with other participants. All Torontonians - whether they attend a community discussion or not - are encouraged to fill out the online feedback form found at http://www.toronto.ca/torontoservicereview.
Date: Tuesday, May 31
Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: West Humber Collegiate Institute - Cafeteria, 1675 Martin Grove Rd.
Toronto is Canada's largest city and sixth largest government, and home to a diverse population of about 2.6 million people. Toronto's government is dedicated to delivering customer service excellence, creating a transparent and accountable government, reducing the size and cost of government and building a transportation city. For information on non-emergency City services and programs, Toronto residents, businesses and visitors can dial 311, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Keep pets safe during periods of extreme heat
Keep pets safe during periods of extreme heat
As Toronto experiences its first wave of summer-like weather, the City of Toronto's Animal Services is reminding all residents of the dangers high temperatures pose to pets.
Animals can overheat quickly, resulting in illness or death, and with the mercury forecast to reach 30 degrees Celsius - and the humidex expected to hit 38 - please review these quick facts to help pets stay safe in hot weather:
- Never leave a pet unattended in hot weather, including inside vehicles, on balconies or in unsheltered backyards.
- Know pet first aid. Summer means more outings, which can lead to injury, or heat-related illnesses. Educate yourself about what to do if an emergency arises.
- Keep pets hydrated during hot weather. Make sure pets always have access to fresh water whether at home or on daily walks and outings.
- Reduce food intake and limit vigorous exercise. Overeating can lead to overheating, as can too much exercise in hot weather. Feed your pet less and avoid exercise during the hottest hours of the day.
- If you see an animal in immediate distress due to hot weather, call 911.
When the temperature outside is a pleasant 25 degrees Celsius, the temperature inside a vehicle can reach an unbearable 45 degrees within minutes. Each year, Toronto Animal Services responds to countless calls of dogs left in hot vehicles. That kind of heat is extremely dangerous to pets and places them at risk of heat-related illnesses that can quickly lead to death.
Studies show that leaving windows open slightly, or parking in the shade does not prevent temperatures from rising to dangerous levels. In hot weather, it's kinder and safer for pets to stay at home. If you have to take a pet with you, carry a spare key to help avoid accidentally trapping your pet in the locked vehicle.
Always watch for signs of heat stroke with your pet. Heat stroke is a serious medical condition that requires immediate intervention. It occurs when your pet's body temperature increases more quickly than it can cool itself. Untreated, it can lead to death. Signs of heat stroke include: excessive panting, drooling, muscle twitches, vomiting, and a dazed or disoriented appearance.
Act quickly to cool down your pet by moving him or her to a shaded area, pouring cool (not cold) water over your pet, and contacting a veterinarian immediately.
For more information about heat-related illness, call Toronto Animal Services at 416-338-PAWS (7297).
Toronto is Canada's largest city and sixth largest government, and home to a diverse population of about 2.6 million people. Toronto's government is dedicated to delivering customer service excellence, creating a transparent and accountable government, reducing the size and cost of government and building a transportation city. For information on non-emergency City services and programs, Toronto residents, businesses and visitors can dial 311, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
As Toronto experiences its first wave of summer-like weather, the City of Toronto's Animal Services is reminding all residents of the dangers high temperatures pose to pets.
Animals can overheat quickly, resulting in illness or death, and with the mercury forecast to reach 30 degrees Celsius - and the humidex expected to hit 38 - please review these quick facts to help pets stay safe in hot weather:
- Never leave a pet unattended in hot weather, including inside vehicles, on balconies or in unsheltered backyards.
- Know pet first aid. Summer means more outings, which can lead to injury, or heat-related illnesses. Educate yourself about what to do if an emergency arises.
- Keep pets hydrated during hot weather. Make sure pets always have access to fresh water whether at home or on daily walks and outings.
- Reduce food intake and limit vigorous exercise. Overeating can lead to overheating, as can too much exercise in hot weather. Feed your pet less and avoid exercise during the hottest hours of the day.
- If you see an animal in immediate distress due to hot weather, call 911.
When the temperature outside is a pleasant 25 degrees Celsius, the temperature inside a vehicle can reach an unbearable 45 degrees within minutes. Each year, Toronto Animal Services responds to countless calls of dogs left in hot vehicles. That kind of heat is extremely dangerous to pets and places them at risk of heat-related illnesses that can quickly lead to death.
Studies show that leaving windows open slightly, or parking in the shade does not prevent temperatures from rising to dangerous levels. In hot weather, it's kinder and safer for pets to stay at home. If you have to take a pet with you, carry a spare key to help avoid accidentally trapping your pet in the locked vehicle.
Always watch for signs of heat stroke with your pet. Heat stroke is a serious medical condition that requires immediate intervention. It occurs when your pet's body temperature increases more quickly than it can cool itself. Untreated, it can lead to death. Signs of heat stroke include: excessive panting, drooling, muscle twitches, vomiting, and a dazed or disoriented appearance.
Act quickly to cool down your pet by moving him or her to a shaded area, pouring cool (not cold) water over your pet, and contacting a veterinarian immediately.
For more information about heat-related illness, call Toronto Animal Services at 416-338-PAWS (7297).
Toronto is Canada's largest city and sixth largest government, and home to a diverse population of about 2.6 million people. Toronto's government is dedicated to delivering customer service excellence, creating a transparent and accountable government, reducing the size and cost of government and building a transportation city. For information on non-emergency City services and programs, Toronto residents, businesses and visitors can dial 311, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
N.Y. CBP Arrest Woman Wanted on Animal Cruelty Charges
Buffalo, N.Y. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection Field Operations announced the arrest of a German citizen wanted in Georgia on animal cruelty charges.
On May 28, CBP Officers working at the Peace Bridge port of entry in Buffalo, New York encountered 39-year-old Christiane Babic, also known as Christiane Judd, a German citizen living illegally in Ludowici, Georgia, as she presented herself for inspection after being denied entry into Canada.
Primary system checks revealed the possibility of an active nationwide extradition warrant of arrest in the U.S. Babic was referred for a CBP secondary examination.
During the secondary examination, additional record checks confirmed that Babic was the subject of an arrest warrant for animal cruelty charges issued out of Long County, Georgia.
CBP officers verified the validity of the warrant and confirmed extradition to Georgia. Babic was arrested by CBP and turned over to the custody of the Buffalo Police pending extradition to Georgia.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.
DOD Announces Charges Sworn Against Five Detainees Allegedly Responsible for 9/11 Attacks
The Department of Defense announced today the office of military commissions prosecutors have sworn charges against five individuals detained at Guantanamo Bay: Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, Muhammad Salih Mubarak Bin 'Attash, Ramzi Binalshibh, Ali Abdul Aziz Ali, and Mustafa Ahmed Adam al Hawsawi.
The prosecutors have recommended that the charges against all five of the accused be referred as capital. Capital charges may only be pursued with the convening authority's approval. Under rules governing military commissions, the accused will have the right to counsel learned in applicable law relating to capital cases.
The charges allege that the five accused were responsible for the planning and execution of the attacks on New York, Washington D.C. and Shanksville, Pa. that occurred on September 11, 2001. Those attacks resulted in the deaths of nearly 3,000 people.
The charges are allegations that the accused committed offenses that are chargeable under the Military Commissions Act of 2009, 10 U.S.C. §§ 948a, et seq. There are eight charges common to all five of the accused: conspiracy, murder in violation of the law of war, attacking civilians, attacking civilian objects, intentionally causing serious bodily injury, destruction of property in violation of the law of war, hijacking aircraft, and terrorism. The accused are presumed innocent and may be convicted only if their guilt is proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
These charges go beyond what is necessary to establish that the 9/11 co-conspirators may be lawfully detained under the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force, as informed by the laws of war -- an issue that each Guantanamo detainee may challenge in a habeas petition in federal court.
In accordance with the Military Commissions Act of 2009, the sworn charges will be forwarded to the Convening Authority, Bruce MacDonald. The convening authority will make an independent determination as to whether to refer some, all, or none of the charges for trial by military commission. If the convening authority decides to refer the case to trial, he will designate commission panel members (jurors). The chief trial judge of the Military Commissions Trial Judiciary would then assign a military judge to the case.
July 26 is Deadline to Submit Byrd Amendment Claims
Washington — U.S. Customs and Border Protection today published in the Federal Register a notice that any domestic producer who is entitled to file a claim under the Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset Act of 2000, also known as the Byrd Amendment, must file their claim no later than July 26.
The purpose of the CDSOA is to disburse anti-dumping and countervailing duties collected by CBP to domestic producers injured by foreign dumping and subsidies.
The notice gives detailed instructions and requirements to ensure timely filing of claims. Any certifications received by the CBP Revenue Division after July 26 will not be eligible to receive a distribution. The notice also list all harmed domestic producers who are entitled to file a claim under the CDSOA.
Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset Act of 2000 Certification, CBP Form 7401, may be used to apply for CDSOA distribution. This form is available online. (www.pay.gov )
The certification can be submitted electronically through www.pay.gov or by mail. Written certifications and other correspondence should be addressed to the Assistant Commissioner Office of Administration, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Revenue Division, Attention: Melissa Kurth, 6650 Telecom Drive, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN, 46268.
For more information on CDSOA, please visit the CBP website. ( CDSOA Website)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.
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