The NC Youth Advocacy and Involvement Office (YIAO) hosts programs such as the State Youth Council (SYC), SADD, and the Youth Legislative Assembly (YLA). Eliminating this office would abolish the SYC and SADD. Furthermore, YLA would be moved under the authority of the NC General Assembly and would not remain the program that it has been for the past 44 years. The SYC is responsible for the youth councils across this state. These councils provide teenagers with a welcoming environment where teens learn leadership, dedication to community service, and volunteering! The budget that has been proposed by the NC General Assembly would eliminate the Youth Advocacy and Involvement Office; therefore, abolishing the State Youth Council and SADD, as well as changing the Youth Legislative Assembly from its traditions. We urge the North Carolina General Assembly to continue to fully fund the Youth Advocacy and Involvment Office!

There have been irrefutable facts, as well as personal and professional opinions presented showing that Robert Herbert is not a good fit for the Palestine Police Department YET Palestine City Council has chosen to ignore the facts and sugar coat the problem to make it slowly melt away. We must show the officers that we will support them. We must put our 'money where our mouth is' and put our name on this document showing Palestine's City Manager, Mayor and Council that we will not stop until positive change has been created.

The lack of leadership from the football commissioner. This years flag program was absolutely horrible. The kids weren't covered under the insurance policy. The Football Program is rapidly failing with no signs of recovery. The numbers are at a all time low. In fact the lowest they have ever been in the history of the program. With more parents on the fence right now threatening to leave and move on. Something needs to happen RIGHT NOW !!!!

Local citizens have personally maintained the channel markers throughout the years. We were informed by Hillsborough County that we are not allowed to continue doing this. For the safety of all the boaters coming in and out of Rocky Creek daily it is necessary to petition to have Rocky Creek channel markers installed and maintained properly as requested.

I believe in the freedom of choice! No one should be prosecuted for choosing the religion he or she believes in.

Its a unfortunate day and age we live in when sites like worldstarhiphop.com can use young men and women. Mostly Africn American to go out and commit heinous crimes with the hopes of being posted. On any given day amongst the plethora of ignorant music videos, you may also find in the myriad of choice videos posted choices such as "old man gets knocked out", or "man having sex in the parking lot", or more infamously its "fight week" compilation, where you can see a person punching another person into a coma! Literally!!! This site grosses millions of dollars every year and is owned and operated by Lee "Q" Q'Denat. A person who has shown he is totally apathetic to the harm he is causing, and just relishes the often used phrase of "Worldstar" as a person commits another crime to be shared. Help stop this tragedy on the internet!!!

UPDATE! The Lake County Commissioner's office has decided to allow the access to be open from Saturday mornings at 7am to around sunset on Sunday evenings. They see this as a temporary solution while they decide about the future of the site- whether that be permanent closure or expansion of the current location. They are also considering some other options, like an additional parking area near the current access. ___________________________________________________________ My husband and I float the Swan many times throughout the Spring and Summer- as many local residents do. We love being able to hook up the raft to go and float this beautiful river that is located so close to our home. We noticed recently that the access has been temporarily closed and are respectfully asking the county to reopen this area for public use. We have always used this area responsibly (parking in defined areas, packing out trash, etc.) and I have personally never seen any bad behavior from other users. Unfortunately, a few incidents have caused some of the private landowners to call for this closure. There are also some safety concerns with the overflow of parking. It is our understanding that the landowners were able to have Bill Barron close and lock the gate. After a call to the commissioner's office, we were told that it would remain closed for the summer until a solution could be found. Because of this closure and the limited areas available for public put in, I am afraid that we will no longer be able to enjoy this section of the river. We hope that a solution can be found- for all parties - but we are asking that they please not take it away indefinitely. For those of you who love the lower Swan as much as we do, and use it responsibly, please sign this petition and either CALL or EMAIL Bill Barron to let him know how you feel! Lake County Commissioner Bill Barron (406) 883-7204 [email protected]

Trader Joe’s has been responsive in the past to consumer concerns: they source their private label products with non-genetically modified ingredients, and have agreed not to sell genetically-engineered fish. And they already sell some antibiotic-free chicken and beef. As a champion for healthy eating, Trader Joe’s should refuse to sell meat containing antibiotics.

Many of my friends were deeply affected by the UC Santa Barbara shooting. As a college student myself, this issue is something close to my heart.

Ensuring that current and future architects have the capability and expertise to design human-centered environments is critical for the future of the profession. The proposed changes are not adequate to protect the health, life, safety, and welfare of the public, nor are they consistent with the standards of engaged and responsible practice or global citizenship. It is essential that Accredited Architectural programs ensure students understand how to integrate research evidence into design decision-making, the critical relationships between humans and designed environments, the changing dynamics of people and environments, and are able to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.

The removal of the Paddle Barbados shop from the Barbados Cruising Club was forced upon us by Town & Country Planning. This petition demonstrates the desire of the community of locals and tourists to put the shop back in its place.

Worldwide Laws with punishment of Prison, Fines, Restitution, Community Service for anyone charged guilty of Animal Abuse as described by Declaration of United Nations under Animal Welfare. When we learn how to treat the Voiceless and vulnerable Creations of this world with kindness, respect, and care- maybe then we can learn how to treat one another with kindness respect and care.