Thursday, October 27, 2005
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
Oregon will put sex-offender list online
Gov. Ted Kulongoski has signed a bill requiring the Oregon State Police to set up and maintain a Web site with a list of high-risk sex offenders.
"This is one of the better approaches in getting information out to the public about sexual predators," Kulongoski said.
"I think this is the right thing to do. It is going to give citizens more information than they have now, and it is going to bring about better protection for them," he said.
The new law was sponsored by state Rep. Jerry Krummel, R-Wilsonville, who drafted it after the mother of a college student began pushing for a way to determine if any sexual predators lived in the neighborhood near her daughter.
Before the bill passed, Oregon and South Dakota were the only states without statewide Web sites.
The U.S. Department of Justice plans a national registry after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 2003 that states could list sex offenders on Web sites.
Oregon's site will not list all 11,000 sex offenders outside prison. But it will list an estimated 500 sex offenders classified by the state Parole Board as high risk.
The board's "predatory" classification came into question earlier this year when the Oregon Supreme Court decided that the board violated an offender's constitutional right to due process because the offender had no opportunity to object.
Krummel said that he has been assured the legal problem will be resolved.
The state police are on track to start the Web site by the law's deadline of July 1, he said.
"This is one of the better approaches in getting information out to the public about sexual predators," Kulongoski said.
"I think this is the right thing to do. It is going to give citizens more information than they have now, and it is going to bring about better protection for them," he said.
The new law was sponsored by state Rep. Jerry Krummel, R-Wilsonville, who drafted it after the mother of a college student began pushing for a way to determine if any sexual predators lived in the neighborhood near her daughter.
Before the bill passed, Oregon and South Dakota were the only states without statewide Web sites.
The U.S. Department of Justice plans a national registry after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 2003 that states could list sex offenders on Web sites.
Oregon's site will not list all 11,000 sex offenders outside prison. But it will list an estimated 500 sex offenders classified by the state Parole Board as high risk.
The board's "predatory" classification came into question earlier this year when the Oregon Supreme Court decided that the board violated an offender's constitutional right to due process because the offender had no opportunity to object.
Krummel said that he has been assured the legal problem will be resolved.
The state police are on track to start the Web site by the law's deadline of July 1, he said.
Thursday, October 20, 2005
Sunday, October 16, 2005
Procrastinators... UNITE!
Thankfully, with the national rehabilitation counseling test being offered again in April, I contacted the board and have been cleared to take it then as opposed to October 29th. Its a huge test, and if I don't HAVE to take it now... why should I? I'll plan to study with the rest of my friends who are also taking it then so when that time rolls around, we can all talk about studying together and not actually do it.
I feel much better. Pass the Halloween candy and the remote.
I feel much better. Pass the Halloween candy and the remote.
Monday, October 10, 2005
Computer expert: "Get off the Windows platform"
A computer expert on a computer support tv show entitled "Call For Help" (which is aired worlwide on a cable network) was asked: "what are some steps I can do to stop spyware and viruses from getting on my computer?"
The answer is beyond cool... (for Mac fans).
The answer is beyond cool... (for Mac fans).
Saturday, October 08, 2005
What do you mean MORE studying!?
Yes.
More.
I thought I was free of major tests for awhile once I finished by Masters in August.
Yes and no.
I had a two month break. I have a national certification exam for my rehabilitation certification on October 29th. The day after my 30th birthday. How lucky is THAT!? I could have put this test off like many of my friends until April. But, April is when the NBA playoffs start and I'll be in front of a TV most of the month. Unless you have no unusual hobbies you enjoy, or similar activities that you go crazy for... Not a word. And if you don't... I'm a bit sad for you.
So, this may be my final post for October. I may be slow to call or write anyone. Thanks for your patience, support and understanding.
For those of you who are interested in carrying on the tradition of last year and singing happy birthday on or aound October 28th, you can do so at my 24 hour voicemail only line, 425-940-5075. The line really is available 24 hours a day and is just a voicemail. Call anytime to say hello, or whatever is on your mind.
While I'm certainly not charging for the call, standard long distance charges apply. "425" is a Washington area code.
Feel free to listen to last year's greatest hits by clicking here. How cool are my friends and family? I'm a lucky guy. Lucky, lucky.
And yes, if you don't want your message posted, of course thats fine. Theres a small servirce charge associated with that. No worries.
More.
I thought I was free of major tests for awhile once I finished by Masters in August.
Yes and no.
I had a two month break. I have a national certification exam for my rehabilitation certification on October 29th. The day after my 30th birthday. How lucky is THAT!? I could have put this test off like many of my friends until April. But, April is when the NBA playoffs start and I'll be in front of a TV most of the month. Unless you have no unusual hobbies you enjoy, or similar activities that you go crazy for... Not a word. And if you don't... I'm a bit sad for you.
So, this may be my final post for October. I may be slow to call or write anyone. Thanks for your patience, support and understanding.
For those of you who are interested in carrying on the tradition of last year and singing happy birthday on or aound October 28th, you can do so at my 24 hour voicemail only line, 425-940-5075. The line really is available 24 hours a day and is just a voicemail. Call anytime to say hello, or whatever is on your mind.
While I'm certainly not charging for the call, standard long distance charges apply. "425" is a Washington area code.
Feel free to listen to last year's greatest hits by clicking here. How cool are my friends and family? I'm a lucky guy. Lucky, lucky.
And yes, if you don't want your message posted, of course thats fine. Theres a small servirce charge associated with that. No worries.
A look back
To commemorate the one year anniversary of my humble site, I thought it might be cool to take a look back at some of my favorite posts from the 581 I've posted since this site made its way online on July 11, 2004. (And no... I didn't count my posts...Blogger automatically tracks the number of posts.)
Feel free to comment, submit a favorite post, and any suggestions you may have to improve the site in the future.
My sincere thanks for reading, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do posting.
Some of my favorites from the last year...
Friends and Family...
Brother and sister reach the finish line
I just called... to say...
Hangin' with the crew
Sleepy Dez
Pets on Parade
Graduation 2005
Thank you...
Mi amiga
Dan online...
Welcome to the building
Need a bike?
Look what I found...
Mo' money, mo' problems
Other highlights...
Not just a geek's diary anymore
Sorry. No cancelling allowed.
Numb Hands
Blah, Blah, Blog
Scientists Claim Discovery of 10th Planet
Best of Election 2004
Busy Day
MSN Site Hacking Went Undetected for Days
Apple's Tiger Named the Best Operating System by PC Magazine
Its official!!
NBA's Most Valuable Player: Phoenix's Steve Nash
Suns vs. Lakers
A gathering like no other
Challenge Vader
Dolphin Fantasy
Blessing or curse?
Feel free to comment, submit a favorite post, and any suggestions you may have to improve the site in the future.
My sincere thanks for reading, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do posting.
Some of my favorites from the last year...
Friends and Family...
Brother and sister reach the finish line
I just called... to say...
Hangin' with the crew
Sleepy Dez
Pets on Parade
Graduation 2005
Thank you...
Mi amiga
Dan online...
Welcome to the building
Need a bike?
Look what I found...
Mo' money, mo' problems
Other highlights...
Not just a geek's diary anymore
Sorry. No cancelling allowed.
Numb Hands
Blah, Blah, Blog
Scientists Claim Discovery of 10th Planet
Best of Election 2004
Busy Day
MSN Site Hacking Went Undetected for Days
Apple's Tiger Named the Best Operating System by PC Magazine
Its official!!
NBA's Most Valuable Player: Phoenix's Steve Nash
Suns vs. Lakers
A gathering like no other
Challenge Vader
Dolphin Fantasy
Blessing or curse?
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
In 1988, Congress declared October to be "National Disability Employment Awareness Month." National Disability Employment Awareness Month recognizes the talents, skills, and dedication of people with disabilities who are a vital part of our workforce.
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which has opened doors for countless Americans by removing barriers to employment. Much work remains to be done, however. The current national unemployment rate for people with disabilities exceeds two-thirds. America's 55 million people with disabilities are a tremendous untapped resource.
Visit the Northwest ADA and IT Center for more info.
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which has opened doors for countless Americans by removing barriers to employment. Much work remains to be done, however. The current national unemployment rate for people with disabilities exceeds two-thirds. America's 55 million people with disabilities are a tremendous untapped resource.
Visit the Northwest ADA and IT Center for more info.
Friday, October 07, 2005
Pics on the move
Awhile back, Blogger began supporting Mobile Blogging which allowed a user to send pictures and text from their cell phone, right to their blog. Very cool.
I have T-Mobile, who charged .25 cents a pop to send a photo and you probably needed to pay some kind of monthly fee for internet service to send it.
Now, T-Mobile has wised up, and for 5 bucks a month, you can send 400 messages... of any kind. Text, photos...or video. I dont have a video phone, but, it seems like with cell phone technology exploding in quality and quanity, it may be everywhere for cheap pretty soon.
I'm pretty excited about all of this.
What does this mean for this blog youre reading now?
...Thats right kids.
Pictures from my cell phone as I'm out and about.
I know, I know... youre welcome.
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