30 Jun 2011

Governor Quinn Accepts National Honor for Job-Creation Efforts in Biotechnology

By Laurel White

Named Biotechnology Industry Organization Governor of the Year;
Group Commits to Hold Convention in Chicago in 2013, 2016

WASHINGTON D.C. - June 29, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today was named Governor of the Year by a leading nationwide biotechnology advocacy group in recognition of his efforts to create jobs by advancing the biotechnology industry in Illinois.

"The focus of my administration is creating jobs in Illinois," said Governor Quinn. "Advancing biotechnology innovation will create jobs, bring important scientific progress to our state, and boost Illinois' position as the premier destination for technology companies."

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) presented Governor Quinn the prestigious honor due to his work increasing Illinois' economic, scientific, and technological output. The organization cited the Governor's initiatives including the Angel Investment and Small Business Job Creation Tax Credits, along with his founding of the Illinois Innovation Council. Governor Quinn received the award before addressing at the 2011 BIO International Convention in Washington D.C. The group said its decision to hold the event in Chicago in 2013 and 2016 was largely due to Governor Quinn's strong support for biotechnology.

"Governor Quinn has spearheaded an impressive array of job creating initiatives, further strengthening Illinois's foothold as one of the nation's most vibrant biotech clusters. His funding and support of biotech tax credits is a model for federal legislation that supports critical early-stage capital formation. His leadership in this field will continue to benefit his state, in terms of jobs and innovation, for years to come," said Scott Whitaker, Chief Operating Officer of BIO. "Governor Quinn's strong support for our industry and the Midwest's flourishing bioscience industry presence were major factors in our decision to bring the BIO International Convention back to the Windy City in 2013 and 2016."

"iBIO congratulates Governor Quinn on this well deserved acknowledgment. The Governor has consistently championed educational reform, entrepreneurship, intellectual property protection, and industry regulation based on rigorous science. He has made showcasing the Midwest through the BIO International Convention in Chicago a key priority, thus elevating the economic development prospects for our state and the Midwest. More than that, he has set a leadership example for public servants everywhere," said David Miller, President and CEO of iBIO.

BIO represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers and related organizations across the United States and in more than 30 other nations. BIO members are involved in the research and development of innovative healthcare, agricultural, industrial and environmental biotechnology products. BIO also produces the BIO International Convention, the world's largest gathering of the biotechnology industry, along with industry-leading investor and partnering meetings held around the world.

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30 Jun 2011

Grandchildren Living With Grandparents

By Joy Venhorst

Many child welfare agencies are adapting services to better serve kin caregivers involved with the child welfare system. Research has suggested that relatives are more likely to receive such services as financial assistance, food stamps, or Medicaid for the child when they are involved with child welfare. However, the majority of grandchildren are being cared for by grandparents privately, without involvement of the child welfare system. Thus these families may need to seek the support of other agencies.

Finally, some local school systems offer services to help grandparents. These findings provide insights on three important aspects of service delivery that may be useful to shaping future programs and services to grandparent caregivers.

  • Targeting: Grandparent caregivers need specific services. They struggle from a lack of income. Grandparents may have assets from years of working, but may now be retired and on a fixed income. Grandparent caregivers may receive a child-only grant, but their assets may limit their own eligibility for welfare. Welfare agencies may want to reconsider asset restrictions for applicants who are older relative caregivers. Significant proportions of grandparents also need food and housing assistance, as well as respite care and mental health services to assist those with poor mental health or high levels of aggravation. Many children in their care need assistance dealing with health, behavioral, and educational problems.
  • Outreach: Grandparents are often not aware of the services available to them. Only 29 percent of children in grandparent care live in families receiving a child-only or foster care payment for their care. Previous research suggests that many grandparents feel there is a stigma associated with accepting services/aid and therefore avoid involvement with public agencies. Agencies might consider ways to extend information to this population as well as service delivery approaches that reduce the stigma associated with public assistance.  
  • Access: Many grandparents have limited access to services. They are older and often have health problems, making traveling to agencies difficult. Moreover, having less formal education may limit their knowledge of available services. Agencies might consider strategies for reaching grandparent caregivers who are limited in their mobility or unable to find available resources. In addition, some grandparent caregivers have reported that they applied for assistance and were denied benefits. Studies have found that eligibility workers may not be aware of the services that grandparent care families can receive.

Contact:

Urban Institute
2100 M Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 833-7200

 

30 Jun 2011

Register for Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open Event

By Joy Venhorst

AMES, Iowa -- With the registration deadline a week away, organizers of the Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open say a few team spots remain for the golf portion of the July 19 event. Anyone interested in attending the event needs to register by July 5, according to Iowa Pork Industry Center (IPIC) director John Mabry.

"Our golf team limit is 32 teams, and we have a limited number of openings left," Mabry said. "We need to finalize our meal count from both the golfers and non-golfers, and encourage people to register soon to ensure their spots for the day's events."

Golfers will gather at Veenker Memorial Golf Course in Ames for a 10 a.m. shotgun start, followed by evening events at 4 p.m. at the Moore Memorial Park shelter. The evening events include a social time, dinner, awards program and recognition of the winners of the Lauren Christian undergraduate and graduate scholarships for 2012. Proceeds from the day's events go to the Lauren L. Christian Endowment which provides financial support for students and continued swine and pork educational opportunities through Iowa State.

The registration form is available online at the IPIC website. The cost of the golf tournament and all associated activities is $85 per person, or $340 per four-person team. Those who want to attend only the reception, dinner and auction may register for $25 per person. Those registering for the entire day need to indicate whether they plan to stay for the evening meal. For more information, contact IPIC by phone at 515-294-4103 or by email at ipic@iastate.edu.

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30 Jun 2011

Author Linda Wallace Edwards Book Signing Event

By Nicholas Depew
WHEN: 7-9-11

TIME: 1 - 3 p.m.

WHERE: Innkeepers Fresh Roasted Coffee, 80 N. Seminary St., Galesburg, IL 61401

WHAT: Edwards, a resident of Yates City, IL, will be available to sign copies of her novel, The Legend of White Sky.

White Sky's brave, independent nature have helped her accomplish many goals, but will her greatest wish, to make her father proud, ever be fulfilled? Sioux twins White Sky and Little Wolf are convinced their roles were switched at birth. While Little Wolf is timid and ponderous like a maiden, White Sky is brave and adventurous like the warriors. When the time comes for Little Wolf to accomplish a great feat to establish his place in the village, he begs White Sky to find a way out of it. Her solution is to switch places, since their parents can only tell them apart by their differing personalities. So Little Wolf must become outgoing like his sister, and White Sky has to learn to tame her tongue. While this ultimate deception is difficult at first, the twins eventually grow into their new identities. Little Wolf studies the ways of Wovoka, the village medicine man, and becomes a successful healer. White Sky proves her fearless nature by taming a rattlesnake and a baby eagle. Due to inevitable changes, the truth of the twins' identities comes out in the thirteenth year of their birth. Their father, Great Hunter, is outraged, but only with White Sky since the role reversal was her idea. He breaks White Sky's beloved bow and arrow and gives away her horse. So that she will always remember her rightful place in the village, he then places a large amulet around her neck, which she must wear until she marries. Determined that she will never marry and that she will prove her worth to her father, White Sky vows to kill the grizzly bear Evil Claw and tame the elusive wild white stallion. What she doesn't plan on is falling in love with a warrior from an enemy tribe. Will White Sky fulfill her promises to herself? Will The Legend of White Sky be forever etched upon the hearts of her people?

30 Jun 2011

Kent Sovern Named New State Director for AARP Iowa

By Ann Black

Veteran Business, Industry and Educational Leader to Direct Association's Statewide Efforts

DES MOINES -- Kent Sovern, former president of the New Iowa Group and executive director of the Iowa Parks Foundation, is the new state director for AARP Iowa.

Sovern, who began his position with AARP Iowa on June 27, brings more than 30 years as a successful leader in government relations, employment and workforce policy, and education to his new role. Most recently he developed the Iowa Parks Foundation (IPF) from its inception in 2008 by Iowa Governor Terry Branstad, former Congressman Neal Smith, and Joe Crookham, president of Musco Lighting. Previously, Sovern was the Executive Director of the Des Moines Higher Education Collaborative, served as Senior Vice President of Government and International Relations at the Greater Des Moines Partnership and as Director of Public Policy for the League of Iowa Municipalities.

"Kent brings great leadership, vision and true commitment to addressing the priorities of 50-plus Iowans and their families to the AARP Iowa team," said AARP Iowa State President Tony Vola. "We have great expectations for future success with such an accomplished leader directing our efforts across the state."

As AARP Iowa state director, Sovern directs a state office staff of four employees and represents more than 375,000 members in Iowa. Sovern succeeds Bruce Koeppl, who was promoted to AARP Midwest Regional Vice President for AARP state operations.

"With health and financial security issues on the national agenda and the 2012 elections right around the corner, I'm excited to be involved in AARP's dynamic initiatives as the association works to shape public policy to meet its members' needs," Sovern said. "AARP is a champion for all generations and I am proud to work with AARP Iowa's diverse and talented staff and volunteers as we strive to make life better for all Americans."

A native of Fort Madison and a decorated combat veteran of the Vietnam War, Sovern began his career in K-12 education, where he won regional and national recognition as an educational innovator before moving into government relations and public policy work.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in elementary education and minor in political science from Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo., and a Master of Science in education administration from Iowa State University. He is married to Phyllis Mumford-Sovern and they are both active in the Des Moines theater community as actors and volunteers. He is a member of several professional associations and human service provider groups throughout the community. He also serves as a vice-chair on the Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Des Moines.

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with a membership that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 35.1 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source for AARP's millions of members and Americans 50+; AARP VIVA, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

 

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30 Jun 2011

More Than $4 Million to Iowa from FEMA

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON - Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded funding totaling $4,132,437 to Iowa.

According to the Department of Homeland Security, these federal funds are intended to supplement state and local recovery efforts from damage sustained during severe winter storms in Iowa from January 19 through 26, 2010. 

It is the responsibility of Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management to ensure that the eligible sub-grantees receive these awards.

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28 Jun 2011

Governor Quinn Takes Bill Action **Tuesday, June 28, 2011**

By William Palmisano

CHICAGO - June 28, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today took action on the following bills:

Bill No.: HB 6
Creates a muskrat trapping season in Illinois.
An Act Concerning: Wildlife
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: HB 91
Aligns the due date of the state comprehensive child abuse and neglect prevention plan with the due dates of federally required plans.
An Act Concerning: State government
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: HB 141
Requires owners of dwelling units to notify the renters of the existence of a radon hazard.
An Act Concerning: Civil law
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: January 1, 2012

Bill No.: HB 178
Allows parties to voluntarily waive the fact finding conference conducted by the Department of Human Rights upon receipt of a civil rights violation charge.
An Act Concerning: Human rights
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: January 1, 2012

Bill No.: HB 1077

Extends the time allotted to the Department of Healthcare and Family Services to submit a report to the General Assembly on incidences of Medicaid fraud.
An Act Concerning: Public aid
Action: Signed
Effective Date: January 1, 2012

Bill No.: HB 1125
Extends the repeal date by ten years for the Water Well and Pump Installation Contractor's License Act, currently slated to sunset on January 1, 2012.  
An Act Concerning: Regulation
Action: Signed                    
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: HB 1170
Changes testing for brucellosis at livestock auction markets in Illinois following a change in federal livestock testing policy.
An Act Concerning: Animals
Action: Signed
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: HB 1222
Requires letters of completion in a child passenger safety course to be printed on IDOT forms.
An Act Concerning: Transportation
Action: Signed  
Effective Date: January 1, 2012

Bill No.: HB 1291
Authorizes IDOT to convey described parcels in Grundy, Henderson, LaSalle, Rock Island, Montgomery, Rock Island and St. Clair counties .
An Act Concerning: Land
Action: Signed 
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: HB 1553
Allows unclaimed property worth less than $100 in the possession of law enforcement for more than six months may be donated to a charity registered to the state of Illinois.
An Act Concerning: Civil law
Action: Signed    
Effective Date: January 1, 2012

Bill No.: HB 1593
Creates provisions for the issuing of a traffic violation that occurred on an automatic traffic system to a lessee.
An Act Concerning: Transportation
Action: Signed  
Effective Date: January 1, 2012

Bill No.: HB 1719
Changes the calculation of service credit for Chicago teachers and makes other clarifying changes.
An Act Concerning: Public employee benefits
Action: Signed   
Effective Date: July 1, 2011

Bill No.: HB 1724
Permits the Department of Natural Resources to create an open season for trapping river otters in Illinois and sets forth regulations.
An Act Concerning: Wildlife
Action: Signed      
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: HB 1761  
Requires the IDOT master plan for transportation to be delivered every five years and include a freight mobility plan.  
An Act Concerning: State government  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: Immediately     

Bill No.: HB 1852  
Provides an exemption to the Liquor Control Act for the golf course owned by Illinois State University.  
An Act Concerning: Liquor  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: Immediately     

Bill No.: HB 2066  
States that the Department of Employment Security will annually provide a list of unemployment insurance claimants to the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts to be used for jury lists.  
An Act Concerning: Courts  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: January 1, 2012     

Bill No.: HB 2500  
Changes the eligibility requirements for counties to receive federal pass-through funds under the Tennessee Valley Authority Payment Act.  
An Act Concerning: Finance  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: Immediately     

Bill No.: SB 62  
Allows authorized personnel to administer oaths and take affidavits and depositions outside their respective districts, circuits, counties or jurisdictions.  
An Act Concerning: Government  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: January 1, 2012     

Bill No.: SB 74  
Reduces the time for courts to set fitness hearings for defendants following receipt of a treatment providers report indicating the defendant's fitness for trial.  
An Act Concerning: Criminal law  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: Immediately     

Bill No.: SB 145  
Raises standards of care for people with developmental disabilities living in intermediate care facilities and establishes a new licensing category for a subset of institutions for mental disease.  
An Act Concerning: Health facilities  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: Immediately     

Bill No.: SB 956  
States that blue oscillating, rotating or flashing lights on certain emergency vehicles may be lighted when parked or stationary at the scene of a fire, rescue call, ambulance call, or motor vehicle accident.  
An Act Concerning: Transportation  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: January 1, 2012     

Bill No.: SB 1241  
Amends the Petroleum Education and Marketing Act to extend the repeal of the Illinois Petroleum Resources Board by two years to January 1, 2018.  
An Act Concerning: Regulation  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: Immediately     

Bill No.: SB 1278  
Allows pension benefits owed to the living dependents of downstate firefighters be paid to a trust.  
An Act Concerning: Public employee benefits  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: Immediately     

Bill No.: SB 1336  
Requires that IDOT, when they decide to replace any used vehicle, to prioritize CMS over any local governments for reallocation of surplus vehicles.  
An Act Concerning: State government  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: January 1, 2012  

Bill No.: SB 1379  
Requires regulations on fluoride levels in public water supplies to incorporate recommendations set forth by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.  
An Act Concerning: Safety  
Action: Signed                            
Effective Date: Immediately   

Bill No.: SB 1633
Makes a transfer to the Health Care Provider Relief Fund from the General Revenue Fund and delays repayment of the Budget Stabilization Fund for the purpose of paying Medicaid bills while the state still receives the enhanced federal reimbursement.  
An Act Concerning: State Government
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: SB 1668
Allows the Northern Illinois University Board of Trustees to develop policies allowing alcohol to be served or sold in buildings for public events and non-student related activities.
An Act Concerning: Liquor
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: SB 1703
Diverts fees collected for conservation violations to a newly created Conservation Police Operations Assistance Fund to support the operations of conservation police officers in the Department of Natural Resources.
An Act Concerning: Fees
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: July 1, 2012

Bill No.: SB 1753
Subjects professional personnel used by the court in marriage dissolution cases to the courts' subpoena authority and creates rules for the payment of the fees related to the use of the professional personnel.
An Act Concerning: Civil law
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: January 1, 2012

Bill No.: SB 1784
Creates and promotes efficiencies within the state's medical assistance programs administered by the Department of Healthcare and Family Services by cutting costs, ensuring compliance with federal law, streamlining healthcare payment processes and eliminating duplicative services.
An Act Concerning: Public aid
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: SB 1805
Requires the Illinois Department of Public Health to base its yearly infections report regarding certain regarding certain Multidrug-Resistant Organisms (MDROs) on data compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rather than on hospital discharge data.
An Act Concerning: Public health
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: January 1, 2012

Bill No.: SB 1828
Allows the Department of Corrections to serve the short form notice of an order of protection on inmates, parolees, and releases and adds a condition of parole or mandatory supervised release that an inmate must notify his or her parole agent when served with an order of protection and comply with all of the terms of an order of protection.
An Act Concerning: Orders of Protection
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: SB 1835
Allows alcohol to be sold or dispensed on the replica canal boat on the I & M Canal near LaSalle and at the College of DuPage.  
An Act Concerning: Liquor
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: SB 1894
Makes a technical change to the Nursing Home Care Act to remove reference to a DD facility.
An Act Concerning: Health facilities
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: Immediately

Bill No.: SB 2405
Makes a supplemental appropriation for the Department of Healthcare and Family Services.
An Act Concerning: Appropriations
Action: Signed                        
Effective Date: July 1, 2011, some provisions effective immediately

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28 Jun 2011

Governor Quinn Signs Historic Overhaul of Illinois' Workers' Compensation System

By Administrator

Reforms Will Save Employers $500 Million, Protect Workers,
and Modify Workers' Compensation Commission

MELROSE PARK - June 28, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today signed House Bill 1698, a comprehensive overhaul of Illinois' workers' compensation system. The reforms - backed by numerous groups, including the Illinois Manufacturers' Association and the Illinois Retail Merchants' Association - are expected to save Illinois businesses between $500 and $750 million dollars, while continuing protections for injured workers. The reform package also includes a major overhaul of Illinois' troubled Workers' Compensation Commission. 

"We began this process months ago with the belief that we needed to maintain essential protections for injured workers, while ensuring that the system treats our businesses fairly," said Governor Quinn.  "We brought everyone to the table to make sure that these reforms were robust, and created a system in which everyone - workers, businesses and the state of Illinois - are treated fairly. This overhaul is going to improve the strength of our state's business climate and economy, and I want to thank the bill's sponsors and all those who voted for real reform."

Illinois currently has some of the highest workers' compensation premiums in the nation, and the new law contains a number of provisions designed to reduce the burdens on business owners. Among the reforms is a reduction of 30 percent to the medical fee schedule, which will save employers up to $500 million - as much as 14.9 percent in premiums. The law also requires that physicians and arbitrators to use standards set by the American Medical Association when determining impairment and disability. It also creates workers' compensation provider networks to ensure that employees receive cost-effective treatment that improves patient outcomes.

A number of additional protections were put in place for injured workers, including enhanced enforcement against employers who fail to maintain proper workers' compensation coverage. The bill also creates a process for electronic billing from providers, protecting workers from treatment disruption.

Measures were also put in place to reform the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission. Current arbitrators' terms will end on July 1, and strict performance evaluations will weighed in consideration for re-appointment. Arbitrators will serve three-year terms, must act in an unbiased, impartial manner, and must follow the same ethical rules that apply to judges. New arbitrators must be licensed attorneys. Additionally, all workers' compensation claims by commission appointees or employees will be heard by an independent arbitrator, and not arbitrators within the commission.

The bill also stipulates that an advisory board will be appointed to review and report to the General Assembly about the state's workers' compensation program, including needed improvements and adherence to best practices.

In recognition of the transformative effect this law will have throughout the state, the Governor visited four locations (Melrose Park, Rockford, Champaign, and Marion) to highlight the signing of HB 1698 and its landmark reforms.

The legislation was sponsored by Rep. John Bradley (D-Marion) and Sen. Kwame Raoul (D-Chicago), with strong support from Senate President John Cullerton (D-Chicago), House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago), and Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno (R-Lemont).

Additional Quotes on Workers' Compensation Reform

"The bill the Governor signed today is an important first step toward creating a system that enables Navistar and other Illinois businesses to be more competitive and productive going forward. These reforms demonstrate that Governor Quinn and our state leaders are paying attention to the needs of business and that they are serious about growing our economy."

-Dan Ustian, chairman and CEO, Navistar, Inc.

"The rules and regulations put into place afford companies like Ingersoll balance between ensuring that injured employees receive the necessary care while allowing the company to manage their medical expenses. This needed reform helps Illinois manufacturers compete in the global marketplace."

-Tino Oldani, President and CEO, Ingersoll Machine Tools

"On behalf of the members of the Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA), we are proud to stand with Governor Quinn today as he signs the first meaningful reform of Illinois' workers' compensation reform system in the last 35 years. While there may be critics, this clearly moves reform significantly down the road and sends the message that Illinois is serious about economic development. Many thanks are owed to the Governor, Senate President Cullerton, House Speaker Madigan, Senate Republican Leader Radogno, and the members of the Assembly who voted in favor of this legislation."

-David F. Vite, President, Illinois Retail Merchants Association

"This legislation takes a vitally important first step toward making Illinois' business climate more competitive with other states. Experts predict savings for employers of nearly $500 million a year. We applaud the governor and those legislators who worked so hard to keep the integrity of the Workers' Compensation system while reducing the costs."

- Gregory W. Baise, President and CEO, Illinois Manufacturers' Association

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28 Jun 2011

Harkin Welcomes White House Federal Disaster Declaration

By Harkin Press Office
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) today issued the following statement after receiving word that President Obama had approved a federal disaster declaration for Woodbury, Monona, Harrison, Pottawattamie, Mills and Fremont Counties.  This declaration allows federal aid to immediately supplement state and local response efforts.  Earlier this month, Harkin wrote the President, urging him to approve the Governor's request and has been pushing for an early declaration since then.  

"Traveling through Western Iowa today, I saw firsthand the rising waters, the damage - both known and unknown - that a flood can have on this area of the state and the real fears residents are experiencing," said Harkin.  "And that is why I personally called the White House to advocate for this declaration.

"State and local response efforts are underway, but with levees needing to hold through the summer, this federal declaration comes in the nick of time and will bring an urgent financial shot in the arm to these efforts.  I thank President Obama for his attention and quick action on behalf of Iowans."
27 Jun 2011

CONDUCTING POSITION FOR NEWLY-FORMED QCSO YOUTH ENSEMBLE

By Jared W. Johnson

Davenport, IA - The Quad City Symphony Orchestra's Youth Ensembles Program is seeking well-qualified candidates to fill a newly created position. The successful candidate will conduct the Quad City Symphony Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, an intermediary full-orchestral ensemble designed for students in grades 6-11. Due to increased demand, the QCSO has recently elected to create this new ensemble, which will begin work early in the 2011-12 school year. This is a one-year position, with the potential for extension based upon mutual satisfaction of both the conductor and the Association. Programming selections will be made in consultation with the Music Director for the Youth Symphony Orchestra. The ensemble will rehearse weekly Sunday evenings from August through April, excluding usual holidays and school breaks. The ensemble will perform twice per year. The ideal candidate will have an advanced knowledge of both orchestral repertoire and conducting , extensive experience working with students within the appropriate age group, and excellent communications and administrative skills.


To apply: send a one-page letter of interest along with your resume tojvomsaal@qcsymphony.com.

 

The QCSO is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, sexual orientation, religious or political affiliation. By applying, you consent to allow the QCSO toconduct a background check prior to formal engagement as an employee.


RESPONSES RECEIVED AFTER TUESDAY, JULY 5, 2011 WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

 

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