• Stop the Syndication on WMZQ
    I'm tired of the commercials and commercialism of syndicated radio - especially during the morning drive. Let's hear about local information - not what's going on in other parts of the country.
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    Created by Susan Herrgott
  • Standardize T cell Therapy as an option in treatment for Canine Lymphoma
    For all the countless dogs we have lost to Lymphoma, and the families that deserve this option. We need 100,000 to sign! T cell therapy Immunology is the future of cancer treatment and the dogs are the ones that were tested on. Now peoples cancers are being cured, most recently at MD Anderson, Cervical cancer, so why isn't this proven therapy an option?
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    Created by jenifer Nelson
  • DEMAND fair and equitable treatment for ALL city employees
    A city of Belle Glade employee, Tyrone Miles, was suspended for seven days without pay for violation of the city’s “Use of city vehicles and equipment” policy. The policy states that “city employees are permitted to use city vehicles and equipment for the performance of their professional duties only." Mr. Miles made a stop in a city vehicle at a convenience store to purchase a drink and use the bathroom while en route back to his job site after completing trash pickup for the day. This policy violation is common among city employees, where they stop at convenience stores and other non-work related establishments to purchase food and drink. This common violation would suggest that this policy is not one that is viewed as an important one by the employees or supervisors/managers. Prior to Mr. Miles’s write up and suspension, there had been some verbal disagreements between him and his supervisor. A grievance was submitted by Mr. Miles claiming: 1. Unfair and inconsistent application of city policy because, while this is a common violation, disciplinary action for this violation is not. Prior to Mr. Miles’s suspension, seeing city vehicles at convenience stores and food and drink establishments was almost a daily occurrence. The same day Mr. Miles’s suspension started, he noticed a city vehicle at a convenience store. He entered the store and photographed two city employees. One of the employees could clearly be seen at a beverage dispenser, with a cup positioned in a manner to receive a beverage. Mr. Miles reported this and showed the photo to his Director and the Director of Human Resources. At this point, no disciplinary action has been taken against these employees. Mr. Miles also grieved the submission of false information/statement because his supervisor stated that he had parked in a handicap parking space during his stop at the convenience store and provided a photo as proof. The photo clearly showed the vehicle was to the left of the handicap parking space. 2. Failure to properly follow procedures for suspending employees because the City Manager had not approved the suspension in writing as stated in the employee handbook prior to Mr. Miles being sent home. Approximately a week and a half after Mr. Miles’s grievance was submitted, the City responded by having him report to the Director of Human Resources. Once he reported, the Director of Human Resources introduced him to an attorney (Lara Donlon) who was a representative for the City. The Director of Human Resources then exited the room. Shortly after the introduction, Mr. Miles informed Ms. Donlon that he was not comfortable speaking with her and referred her to his written complaint. Prior to him leaving to report back to his job site, a second copy of the action form was given to him (approximately 21 days after the disciplinary action), which at this point had the signatures of the Director of Human Resources and the City Manager, whereas at the time of the suspension those signatures were not present. In order to ensure the fair and equitable treatment of city employees, we ask the Belle Glade City Council to ensure the following: 1. Fair and consistent application of all city, county, state and federal laws, regulations, rules, and policies among ALL city employees 2. Adopt a policy of progressive discipline based on the level and seriousness of violations 3. Adopt an effective employee relations program where employees do not feel threatened or fear losing employment by verbalizing opinions or bringing issues (good or bad) to the attention of city leaders/managers 4. The City Manager, Director of Human Resources and other leaders/managers not be allowed to create false audit trails to cover up failures in following laws, rules, policies, and procedures and discipline those found to have done so We ask that the Belle Glade City Council provide feedback/actions on petition within 60 days of its receipt.
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    Created by Sharon Miles-Brown
  • HELP PUT AN END TO THE IMMORAL CRUEL AND UNUSUAL PUNISHMENT FROM THE SEX OFFENDER ...
    HELP PUT AN END TO THE IMMORAL CRUEL AND UNUSUAL PUNISHMENT FROM THE SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY WHICH HAS SIGNIFICANTLY DEVASTATED AND SHATTERED THE LIVES OF INNOCENT PEOPLE AND THEIR FAMILIES
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    Created by mikel
  • Human Potential Being Shelved In America
    Because 65 million Americans with criminal records face unprecedented barriers to employment; because human potential is being squandered; because a 'get tough on crime' policy created a bogged-down criminal justice system; and because policies within the American legal system have denied far too many citizens their right to trial is why I'm starting this petition. And for the record- most countries don't hold misdemeanors against their citizens for life. Consider that, while you compete for jobs- against immigrants brought in to take the jobs that they won't give to you. Something to consider.
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    Created by CJ Hudson
  • Save BattleField 2142
    Many players on our DETHKLOK 2142 server are looking to keeping this online game alive and well into the future.
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    Created by mitcrellim
  • Organic Vegetable Garden
    Children in P.S. 117 Joyce Keld/Briarwood School need a more active role in their health and nutrition.
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    Created by SheleezaD
  • FDA: Save Antibiotics
    Up to 80 percent of all antibiotics in the U.S. are sold for livestock, not people. These antibiotics are getting mixed right into the feed of healthy animals to encourage fast growth. When bacteria are exposed to these antibiotics, they develop resistance, and the resulting infections can withstand even our most powerful medicine. We need to show the FDA that the public wants to stop this misuse of antibiotics on factory farms to protect our health.
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    Created by Andre Delattre
  • President Obama: Save Antibiotics
    Up to 80 percent of all antibiotics in the U.S. are sold for livestock, not people. These antibiotics are getting mixed right into the feed of healthy animals to encourage fast growth. When bacteria are exposed to these antibiotics, they develop resistance, and the resulting infections can withstand even our most powerful medicine. President Obama has the authority to direct the FDA to stop this misuse of antibiotics on factory farms to protect our health.
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    Created by Andre Delattre
  • No development & rezoning of Marina in Foster City
    Save our Foster City Bay! Protect its wild open spaces. Adults and children alike love the levee, the unobstructed views of the Bay, the trails and the jumps. We want to protect this important Bay habitat for all the birds, butterflies, animals and fish that live there. It is one of the unique, and highly desirable features of our city. We are also very concerned about the overcrowding in our schools; where will the children from the proposed new developments go? The proposed project had its preliminary advisory meeting with our City Council on 28th. April 2014.
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    Created by shiraz zack
  • Stop the infestation of frac mines
    Stop the mining in western Wisconsin
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    Created by WI
  • Enrichment Program
    Milpitas City staff want to remove Elan Esprit Enrichment Program and replace it with "recreational classes." Our children's education should be our top priority.
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    Created by Elizabeth Padilla