I have setup a feed on the side of the blog that if you sign up with your email address will send you an e-mail anytime I update the blog...Hope that helps...
Would you like to see anything else on the blog please let me know...
Thanks,
Mindy
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Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Texting while driving ban goes into effect Wednesday
Posted: On WKRN Channel 2
Jun 30, 2009 12:09 PM CDT
Jun 30, 2009 12:09 PM CDT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Beginning Wednesday, it will be illegal for drivers in Tennessee to send or receive text messages while driving.
The measure, sponsored by Republicans Rep. Jon Lundberg of Bristol and Sen. Jim Tracy of Shelbyville, exempts certain officials, such as officers of the state, campus police officers and emergency medical technicians, when performing their duties.
The action is considered a nonmoving traffic violation and violators will be fined $50.
No points can be added to a person's driver's license.
No points can be added to a person's driver's license.
Opponents have argued that law enforcement may not be able to tell whether drivers are texting or dialing and that texting is already covered under the state's distracted driving law.
Tennessee is the tenth state to outlaw texting while driving.
Tennessee is the tenth state to outlaw texting while driving.
Alaska, California, Utah, Minnesota, Arkansas, Louisiana, Virginia, New York and Connecticut already have bans in place or that will take effect this year.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
shift of assignments involving nine police department commanders and captains
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronal Serpas today announced a shift of assignments involving nine police department commanders and captains effective July 1 in keeping with his commitment to broaden the management experience of precinct and division leaders.
“As I told all of our captains and commanders more than one year ago, it is vitally important for a police department our size to develop the careers of senior leadership by exposing them to the challenges and rewards of managing various police department components during their tenures,” Chief Serpas said. “Too often in police work, precinct and division-level managers become stagnant by staying in one assignment for decades. That practice is a disservice to not only the employees, but the citizens we serve.”
“A number of the persons transferring to new assignments have been in their current positions for several years. I have every expectation that all will be very successful in their new roles.”
The nine captains and commanders taking on new assignments are:
Captain Todd Henry, who currently oversees the Specialized Investigations Division, will become the Commander of the Hermitage Precinct.
Commander Michelle Richter, who currently oversees the Hermitage Precinct, will become the Commander of the West Precinct.
Captain Paul Trickey, who currently oversees the Strategic Development Division, will become the Captain over the Specialized Investigations Division.
Commander Mickey Miller, who currently oversees the West Precinct, will become the Captain over the Warrants Division.
Captain Karl Roller, who currently oversees the Warrants Division, will become the Captain over the Identification Division.
Captain Mike Hagar, who currently oversees the Identification Division, will become the Captain over the Strategic Development Division.
Captain Rita Brockmann-Baker, who currently oversees the Domestic Violence Division, will become the Executive Officer in the Administrative Services Bureau.
Captain Michelle Donegan, who is currently a Field Supervisor, will become the Captain over the Domestic Violence Division.
Captain Ben Dicke, who is currently the Executive Officer in the Administrative Services Bureau, will become a Field Supervisor.
Chief Ronal Serpas today announced a shift of assignments involving nine police department commanders and captains effective July 1 in keeping with his commitment to broaden the management experience of precinct and division leaders.
“As I told all of our captains and commanders more than one year ago, it is vitally important for a police department our size to develop the careers of senior leadership by exposing them to the challenges and rewards of managing various police department components during their tenures,” Chief Serpas said. “Too often in police work, precinct and division-level managers become stagnant by staying in one assignment for decades. That practice is a disservice to not only the employees, but the citizens we serve.”
“A number of the persons transferring to new assignments have been in their current positions for several years. I have every expectation that all will be very successful in their new roles.”
The nine captains and commanders taking on new assignments are:
Captain Todd Henry, who currently oversees the Specialized Investigations Division, will become the Commander of the Hermitage Precinct.
Commander Michelle Richter, who currently oversees the Hermitage Precinct, will become the Commander of the West Precinct.
Captain Paul Trickey, who currently oversees the Strategic Development Division, will become the Captain over the Specialized Investigations Division.
Commander Mickey Miller, who currently oversees the West Precinct, will become the Captain over the Warrants Division.
Captain Karl Roller, who currently oversees the Warrants Division, will become the Captain over the Identification Division.
Captain Mike Hagar, who currently oversees the Identification Division, will become the Captain over the Strategic Development Division.
Captain Rita Brockmann-Baker, who currently oversees the Domestic Violence Division, will become the Executive Officer in the Administrative Services Bureau.
Captain Michelle Donegan, who is currently a Field Supervisor, will become the Captain over the Domestic Violence Division.
Captain Ben Dicke, who is currently the Executive Officer in the Administrative Services Bureau, will become a Field Supervisor.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
The Crime Stoppers Information - Crime Meeting Held Monday June 22, 2009
Some important information we all need to know:
Phone Numbers to report a crime:
911 - Emergency
862-8600 (If you think you hear gunshots or you feel that the police need to come,
you need to let the person that answers the phone that you want to have a police person show up)
Hermitage Police phone Number: 880-1776 (Main Number)
Many of the Neighbors have heard "Gun Shots Fired" or could have been "Firecrackers" the last week or so many times----yes it is important to call the police when you hear the noise. If more of make the calls the police will be able to take extra action to find out what is going on). They have special units for issues like this, but, this cannot happen if we just ignore it.
For the units not facing the Golf Course, if you see people walking in your backyards, that should not be there....this is private property and they should not be there. Last week there were about 15 kids hanging out behind the front entrance units. I told them it was private property and to leave. They left but, did start throwing rocks at windows and cars. The police were called and three of them were caught. We just want to scare them away. (HOA is working on getting no trespassing signs).
Be on the look out for your neighbors and they will do the same in return.
Crime Stoppers Program - this is a program used that if you think something is going on around you but not sure what it is...You can call or email the information
in and not give your name. This program works...I have seen it for myself..
The Crime Stoppers Section is part of the Specialized Investigations Division. Crime Stoppers offers rewards of up to $1000 for information that will solve featured unsolved crimes and leads to the arrest and prosecution of the suspects.
News Channel is the exclusive television partner with Nashville Crime Stoppers. They feature a Most Wanted segment on Monday night. Each Tuesday night on The 6:00 Report you can watch the re-enactment of the Crime of the Week.
Crime stoppers will also pay up to $1000 for clues called in to 615-74-CRIME on any other major crime, wanted person, stolen property, or drugs. Callers can remain anonymous, they will only be known by the code number that they are issued.
To submit an anonymous web tip go to www.nashvillecrimestoppers.com
Call 74-CRIME (615-742-7463). You will be given a secret code number and your identity will remain unknown.
Drug HotLine - 244-DOPE
Gang HotLine - 862-GANG
To learn more please see:http://www.police.nashville.org/bureaus/investigative/crime_stoppers.htm
Phone Numbers to report a crime:
911 - Emergency
862-8600 (If you think you hear gunshots or you feel that the police need to come,
you need to let the person that answers the phone that you want to have a police person show up)
Hermitage Police phone Number: 880-1776 (Main Number)
Many of the Neighbors have heard "Gun Shots Fired" or could have been "Firecrackers" the last week or so many times----yes it is important to call the police when you hear the noise. If more of make the calls the police will be able to take extra action to find out what is going on). They have special units for issues like this, but, this cannot happen if we just ignore it.
For the units not facing the Golf Course, if you see people walking in your backyards, that should not be there....this is private property and they should not be there. Last week there were about 15 kids hanging out behind the front entrance units. I told them it was private property and to leave. They left but, did start throwing rocks at windows and cars. The police were called and three of them were caught. We just want to scare them away. (HOA is working on getting no trespassing signs).
Be on the look out for your neighbors and they will do the same in return.
Crime Stoppers Program - this is a program used that if you think something is going on around you but not sure what it is...You can call or email the information
in and not give your name. This program works...I have seen it for myself..
The Crime Stoppers Section is part of the Specialized Investigations Division. Crime Stoppers offers rewards of up to $1000 for information that will solve featured unsolved crimes and leads to the arrest and prosecution of the suspects.
News Channel is the exclusive television partner with Nashville Crime Stoppers. They feature a Most Wanted segment on Monday night. Each Tuesday night on The 6:00 Report you can watch the re-enactment of the Crime of the Week.
Crime stoppers will also pay up to $1000 for clues called in to 615-74-CRIME on any other major crime, wanted person, stolen property, or drugs. Callers can remain anonymous, they will only be known by the code number that they are issued.
To submit an anonymous web tip go to www.nashvillecrimestoppers.com
Call 74-CRIME (615-742-7463). You will be given a secret code number and your identity will remain unknown.
Drug HotLine - 244-DOPE
Gang HotLine - 862-GANG
To learn more please see:http://www.police.nashville.org/bureaus/investigative/crime_stoppers.htm
The Apartments and Security
I did check with the Apartment Management Group this morning and they did hire a new group of security and yes they drive a white van.
This should answer some questions from last night's meeting.
This should answer some questions from last night's meeting.
Trying to get an updated e-mail list of Residents
I am trying to start a current e-mail list so that if a special meeting or special event is happening I can send out the information.
Send your unit number, e-mail address, name to nashborogreens@yahoo.com and I will create a new and current list. please remember not all residents have e-mail so please pass on any information you can to them.
Yes, I will even e-mail a copy of the meeting minutes....
Thanks,
Mindy
Send your unit number, e-mail address, name to nashborogreens@yahoo.com and I will create a new and current list. please remember not all residents have e-mail so please pass on any information you can to them.
Yes, I will even e-mail a copy of the meeting minutes....
Thanks,
Mindy
HOA Board Meeting June 18, 2009
Present: Bob Wolfgang, Gary Petersen, Fran Oroson, Jim Curley
Absent: Gerry Kovolchuk, Mindy Schwartz
Bob Wolfgang, Vice President, opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Gerry and Mindy were not in attendance due to illness.
The financials were reviewed with no undo expenses noted. The delinquency list was also reviewed and noted.
In response to the e-mail received regarding the front lawn at Unit 149. It was noted that this area would need to be reseeded; however, now it not the time to do this. Reseeding and aeration will be done in the Fall. When the reseeding is completed, the homeowner will need to water this area until the seed has a chance to grow, otherwise, it will die out.
The repair work done to the back of Unit 100 is complete and the homeowner is happy with what has been done. Since the owner of Unit 102 decided he did not need additional work done behind his unit, the initial estimate of $2150 was reduced. The estimate for the repair done at Unit 100 is $1400.
Unit 134 reported termites under the front window of his condo. Jim Curley Properties (JCP) was notified and the termite contractor, Nashville Pest Control, was called and treated Unit 134.
Jim also reported that another unit owner called and reported a water leak in his garage. Jim requested that this owner send his request to him via e-mail rather than verbally, because this owner has reportedly not been honest with JCP in the past. The Board Members agreed that JCP was within his rights to require said request in writing. Bob Wolfgang said some of the water leaks could be due to poor or worn-out caulking. It was suggested that JCP get estimates on what it would cost to have all windows caulked.
Bob said he was pleased with the trimming the landscapers did this Spring. However, some of the shrubs look like they will need to be trimmed way back in the Fall, then next Spring when the shrubs come back they will thicker and more attractive.
Gary Petersen reported the Welcome Sign will soon be installed at the top of the hill. Leaving The Greens the sign will read “Welcome to Fairway Point” and on the other side, coming in The Greens, the sign will read “Welcome to The Greens”. Fairway Point’s Homeowner’s Association will be splitting the cost of this sign with The Greens.
There was discussion regarding crime in the area. It was agreed that there is some crime everywhere in Nashville and it is impossible to protective ourselves from any crime at all. We all need to be mindful of what is going on around us and our neighbors, and report anything that looks suspicious. We also need to keep in mind that we are surrounded by other communities and that residents of those communities often walk through The Greens to get to the swimming pools at the Nashboro Village apartments. This discussion lead into putting up “No Trespassing” signs around The Greens. It was unanimously agreed by the Board Members present that this would most likely not stop the residents from the surrounding condo communities from “cutting through” The Greens to get to the apartments. JCP, however, it still getting estimates for these signs.
The estimates for replacing outside lighting, at the unit owner’s expense, is still being checked. Jim reported that he is still waiting on a couple of estimates as the ones he has received appear to be out of line. We should have estimates by the July meeting.
JCP reported that we do have a major problem that needs to be taken care of immediately. The brick on the outside of Unit 110 has cracked from the foundation to the roof. When built the brick was not properly installed on the foundation, thus the cracking and pulling apart of the brick. To correct this problem, jacks will need to be installed pushing the brick back together. This is a problem that needs immediate attention otherwise we will have an even greater expense in repairing it. JCP is getting estimates now and will let the Board know what the cost will be as soon as possible.
Fran Oroson reported that the sink hole behind Unit 132 is growing and that something there will need to be done soon. JCP reported that it was scheduled to be checked out on Friday, the day after the board meeting.
Bob adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted by Fran Oroson in Mindy Schwartz’ absence.
Absent: Gerry Kovolchuk, Mindy Schwartz
Bob Wolfgang, Vice President, opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Gerry and Mindy were not in attendance due to illness.
The financials were reviewed with no undo expenses noted. The delinquency list was also reviewed and noted.
In response to the e-mail received regarding the front lawn at Unit 149. It was noted that this area would need to be reseeded; however, now it not the time to do this. Reseeding and aeration will be done in the Fall. When the reseeding is completed, the homeowner will need to water this area until the seed has a chance to grow, otherwise, it will die out.
The repair work done to the back of Unit 100 is complete and the homeowner is happy with what has been done. Since the owner of Unit 102 decided he did not need additional work done behind his unit, the initial estimate of $2150 was reduced. The estimate for the repair done at Unit 100 is $1400.
Unit 134 reported termites under the front window of his condo. Jim Curley Properties (JCP) was notified and the termite contractor, Nashville Pest Control, was called and treated Unit 134.
Jim also reported that another unit owner called and reported a water leak in his garage. Jim requested that this owner send his request to him via e-mail rather than verbally, because this owner has reportedly not been honest with JCP in the past. The Board Members agreed that JCP was within his rights to require said request in writing. Bob Wolfgang said some of the water leaks could be due to poor or worn-out caulking. It was suggested that JCP get estimates on what it would cost to have all windows caulked.
Bob said he was pleased with the trimming the landscapers did this Spring. However, some of the shrubs look like they will need to be trimmed way back in the Fall, then next Spring when the shrubs come back they will thicker and more attractive.
Gary Petersen reported the Welcome Sign will soon be installed at the top of the hill. Leaving The Greens the sign will read “Welcome to Fairway Point” and on the other side, coming in The Greens, the sign will read “Welcome to The Greens”. Fairway Point’s Homeowner’s Association will be splitting the cost of this sign with The Greens.
There was discussion regarding crime in the area. It was agreed that there is some crime everywhere in Nashville and it is impossible to protective ourselves from any crime at all. We all need to be mindful of what is going on around us and our neighbors, and report anything that looks suspicious. We also need to keep in mind that we are surrounded by other communities and that residents of those communities often walk through The Greens to get to the swimming pools at the Nashboro Village apartments. This discussion lead into putting up “No Trespassing” signs around The Greens. It was unanimously agreed by the Board Members present that this would most likely not stop the residents from the surrounding condo communities from “cutting through” The Greens to get to the apartments. JCP, however, it still getting estimates for these signs.
The estimates for replacing outside lighting, at the unit owner’s expense, is still being checked. Jim reported that he is still waiting on a couple of estimates as the ones he has received appear to be out of line. We should have estimates by the July meeting.
JCP reported that we do have a major problem that needs to be taken care of immediately. The brick on the outside of Unit 110 has cracked from the foundation to the roof. When built the brick was not properly installed on the foundation, thus the cracking and pulling apart of the brick. To correct this problem, jacks will need to be installed pushing the brick back together. This is a problem that needs immediate attention otherwise we will have an even greater expense in repairing it. JCP is getting estimates now and will let the Board know what the cost will be as soon as possible.
Fran Oroson reported that the sink hole behind Unit 132 is growing and that something there will need to be done soon. JCP reported that it was scheduled to be checked out on Friday, the day after the board meeting.
Bob adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted by Fran Oroson in Mindy Schwartz’ absence.
Associations Can Force Residents Into Foreclosure
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Homeowners associations' reserve the right by law to forcible foreclose on property if residents fall behind on their dues.
Associations in Texas, Florida and California are beginning to exercise the foreclosures. Not one case of a homeowners' association forced foreclosure is on-record in Nashville.
No homeowner NewsChannel5 spoke with was aware of the loophole.
"First of all, that's news to me," said Bellevue homeowner Rob Crosby. "It's very unfair - if it's true that homeowners' associations can foreclose on someone being late, or getting behind on monthly, regime fees. That's crazy."
Forcible foreclosure is a last resort, and Nashville attorney Lee Corbett called the act an extreme solution.
"It's extremely unusual," said Corbett. "No matter how far behind they are, the amount is relatively small compared to the value of the property the homeowner owns."
Corbett said there are other ways an association can recover its dues by filing a lawsuit.
Three things are necessary for a property management company to force foreclosure: a written policy, approval from the association's board of directors and the pursuit must be fiscally worthy of the association's efforts.
The sale of the property, in other words, should allow the property management to recoup its past-due fees plus the money spent on such a large endeavor.
59 million Americans are said to be living in neighborhoods governed by some type of association.
Associations in Texas, Florida and California are beginning to exercise the foreclosures. Not one case of a homeowners' association forced foreclosure is on-record in Nashville.
No homeowner NewsChannel5 spoke with was aware of the loophole.
"First of all, that's news to me," said Bellevue homeowner Rob Crosby. "It's very unfair - if it's true that homeowners' associations can foreclose on someone being late, or getting behind on monthly, regime fees. That's crazy."
Forcible foreclosure is a last resort, and Nashville attorney Lee Corbett called the act an extreme solution.
"It's extremely unusual," said Corbett. "No matter how far behind they are, the amount is relatively small compared to the value of the property the homeowner owns."
Corbett said there are other ways an association can recover its dues by filing a lawsuit.
Three things are necessary for a property management company to force foreclosure: a written policy, approval from the association's board of directors and the pursuit must be fiscally worthy of the association's efforts.
The sale of the property, in other words, should allow the property management to recoup its past-due fees plus the money spent on such a large endeavor.
59 million Americans are said to be living in neighborhoods governed by some type of association.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Nashville Village Crime Update Meeting - Try and attend!
Please Attend! Important Meeting!
Nashboro Village Crime Update Meeting
Monday, June 22, 2009
6:45 pm
Mt. Zion Baptist Church- Antioch2261 Murfreesboro Pike Nashville, TN 37217
This meeting is for ALL residences (apartments, condos and house dwellers) that live in the Nashboro Village community.
Please attend this important meeting. This meeting is about the crimes that have occurred in our area and how we can increase safety in our immediate community. Hermitage Police representative will provide an update.
Nashboro Village Crime Update Meeting
Monday, June 22, 2009
6:45 pm
Mt. Zion Baptist Church- Antioch2261 Murfreesboro Pike Nashville, TN 37217
This meeting is for ALL residences (apartments, condos and house dwellers) that live in the Nashboro Village community.
Please attend this important meeting. This meeting is about the crimes that have occurred in our area and how we can increase safety in our immediate community. Hermitage Police representative will provide an update.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Urgent Meeting - Crime Rate in Nashville Village is at an all time high!
Meeting canceled--will update as soon as new date is chosen
If you can, please try and attend a meeting on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 2 P.M. at the Mt Zion Church, to discuss the growing crime issues that are affecting us all in the Nashville Village Area.
This is for all to attend - homeowners, condo owners, renters, and apartment units. The crime is not at the apartments only...The other night there were shootings at the end of our entrance ramp (gang related,a bad drug deal, not sure). Stealing and/or breaking into cars is another issue.
This is important so please try and attend and be sure to tell your friends that do not have Internet access..
Hope to see some of you there...
Mindy
If you can, please try and attend a meeting on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 2 P.M. at the Mt Zion Church, to discuss the growing crime issues that are affecting us all in the Nashville Village Area.
This is for all to attend - homeowners, condo owners, renters, and apartment units. The crime is not at the apartments only...The other night there were shootings at the end of our entrance ramp (gang related,a bad drug deal, not sure). Stealing and/or breaking into cars is another issue.
This is important so please try and attend and be sure to tell your friends that do not have Internet access..
Hope to see some of you there...
Mindy
Digital deadline draws near
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - At 11:59 p.m. on Friday, June 12, WKRN-TV will stop analog broadcast service and transmit only in digital.
Consumers who do not subscribe to pay television services, like cable, and have older, analog televisions will need to have converter boxes attached to their televisions in order to continue receiving over-the-air television programming.
They may also need to adjust or upgrade their television set-top antennas.
The transition to digital television will usher in advanced broadcasting technology that will transform consumers' television viewing experiences.
Digital television allows for better picture and sound quality as well as more channel and program options.
DTV will also free spectrum for popular advanced mobile communications services such as wireless broadband and more importantly, benefit society by freeing airwaves for use by first responders.
In Nashville, Nielsen estimates 101,710 households, or 10% of the media market, rely entirely on over-the-air broadcasts.
As of May 24, an estimated 1.96% of Nashville households weren't ready for the DTV transition. Customers with questions can contact News 2 directly at 615-369-7280 or send an email to dtvquestions@wkrn.com.
Customers can also visit one of the following walk-in centers in the Nashville-area:
YMCA, 424 Church St., Nashville, TN 37216
Magness Potter CC, 611 Stockell St., Nashville, TN 37211
E.S. Rose Community Center, 1000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville, TN 37210
South Inglewood Community Center, 1610 Rebecca Ave., Nashville, TN 37217
St. Edward Community Center, 188 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37206
Woodmont Baptist, 2100 Woodmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37215
The following local companies are offering free, in-home installation of coverter boxes:
R & D Training & Technical Service, Inc. - 1-866-202-4596
Visionary Investments LLC - 1-866-531-9265
Hernandez Consulting LLC - 1-800-310-8515
Installs Inc., LLC - 1-800-582-4250
Green Planet Construction - 1-888-508-1115
IAFC - 1-888-225-5322
Here's what consumers should know:
Analog television sets will NOT be obsolete after June 12.
Consumers can continue to use their analog TV sets after the transition to DTV is completed on June 12. All they need to do is install a digital-to-analog converter box to each analog TV or connect them to a subscription service, such as cable or satellite TV. Consumers also must have a good antenna with rabbit ears, or the equivalent for channels 2-13 (VHF), and a loop, bow-tie or equivalent, to get channels 14-51 (UHF). Analog VCRs connected to a converter box can continue to record programs. Gaming consoles, DVD players and other devices that don't rely on a broadcast signal will work without a converter box.
Some viewers may have trouble receiving some digital channels after June 12.
Some stations will change their coverage area in the digital transition. Watch for station announcements: any station that loses 2% or more of the households it served in analog must notify viewers. In addition, if consumers are missing a few channels, they should conduct a channel scan, adjust their antenna and check the signal strength meter on their converter box. If channels are still missing, they may be able to add them individually by entering the number on the converter box remote. For more information regarding reception in your area, visit www.dtv.gov.
Converter box coupons WILL be available after June 12, while supplies last.
Consumers will have until July 31, while supplies last, to order coupons by calling 1-888-DTV-2009; however, it is too late to order coupons and receive them in time for the June 12 transition. Coupons will expire 90 days after they are mailed, so consumers must act quickly to redeem them. Consumers should call ahead to confirm availability of coupon-eligible converter boxes on the day they plan to shop.
Free technical assistance WILL still be available after June 12.
The FCC will continue to provide assistance after June 12 to anyone that still needs it. In some areas the FCC is offering free in-home installation services and walk-in centers to consumers who need technical assistance until the end of June, and in some locations, through July. The FCC's call center, 1-888-CALL FCC, will continue to be available to all consumers.
Installing a converter box will NOT provide high-definition television (HDTV) on your analog TV.
Installing a digital-to-analog converter box will not convert an analog TV to high-definition. HDTV is a digital broadcast format that provides the highest resolution and picture quality of all digital broadcast formats. Consumers may receive free, over-the-air HDTV programming if they have an HDTV compatible digital television but even those who use an analog TV and converter box will usually find that their picture is better than it was with the old analog signal.
The DTV transition will NOT affect TV sets that are connected to most pay TV services.
Any television set that is connected to a paid cable or satellite service will NOT be affected by the transition. The DTV transition applies only to full-power broadcast television stations or stations that use the public airwaves to transmit their programming to viewers through a broadcast antenna. Satellite customers, who receive local stations through an antenna rather than by satellite, may be affected. Check with your provider.
You do NOT need a special "digital ready" or "HD ready" antenna to receive DTV signals.
DTV signals do not require a special antenna. Over-the-air DTV signals require the same type of antenna (i.e., rooftop, set-top) as analog signals. With digital, however, it's critical that antennas receive both VHF and UHF signals. And consumers should check their existing rooftop antennas for wear-and-tear caused by wind and weather and loose connections that could degrade performance. Weak reception that causes "snow" in analog could result in no digital picture at all: the digital "cliff effect."
The Federal Communications Commission wants to ensure that consumers nationwide are ready for the switch.
Chairman Michael Copps said the FCC is "devoting tremendous resources in these final days to ease the transition and ensure that those with analog sets have the assistance they need to reap the benefits of the digital age."
The FCC is making free house calls to help consumers set up their DTV converter box, adjust their indoor antenna and/or hook up their analog VCR to a converter.
Most services will be provided by contractors hired by the FCC, who are prepared to visit around 200,000 homes over the course of the transition if needed.
Customers in need of assistance can call 1-888-DTV-2009 or visit one of the following Web sites:
DTV.gov
DTV2009.gov: Converter Box Coupon Program
DTV.gov: What Every Consumer Should Know
WKRN.COM: All About DTV
The Federal Communications Commission
Consumers who do not subscribe to pay television services, like cable, and have older, analog televisions will need to have converter boxes attached to their televisions in order to continue receiving over-the-air television programming.
They may also need to adjust or upgrade their television set-top antennas.
The transition to digital television will usher in advanced broadcasting technology that will transform consumers' television viewing experiences.
Digital television allows for better picture and sound quality as well as more channel and program options.
DTV will also free spectrum for popular advanced mobile communications services such as wireless broadband and more importantly, benefit society by freeing airwaves for use by first responders.
In Nashville, Nielsen estimates 101,710 households, or 10% of the media market, rely entirely on over-the-air broadcasts.
As of May 24, an estimated 1.96% of Nashville households weren't ready for the DTV transition. Customers with questions can contact News 2 directly at 615-369-7280 or send an email to dtvquestions@wkrn.com.
Customers can also visit one of the following walk-in centers in the Nashville-area:
YMCA, 424 Church St., Nashville, TN 37216
Magness Potter CC, 611 Stockell St., Nashville, TN 37211
E.S. Rose Community Center, 1000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville, TN 37210
South Inglewood Community Center, 1610 Rebecca Ave., Nashville, TN 37217
St. Edward Community Center, 188 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37206
Woodmont Baptist, 2100 Woodmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37215
The following local companies are offering free, in-home installation of coverter boxes:
R & D Training & Technical Service, Inc. - 1-866-202-4596
Visionary Investments LLC - 1-866-531-9265
Hernandez Consulting LLC - 1-800-310-8515
Installs Inc., LLC - 1-800-582-4250
Green Planet Construction - 1-888-508-1115
IAFC - 1-888-225-5322
Here's what consumers should know:
Analog television sets will NOT be obsolete after June 12.
Consumers can continue to use their analog TV sets after the transition to DTV is completed on June 12. All they need to do is install a digital-to-analog converter box to each analog TV or connect them to a subscription service, such as cable or satellite TV. Consumers also must have a good antenna with rabbit ears, or the equivalent for channels 2-13 (VHF), and a loop, bow-tie or equivalent, to get channels 14-51 (UHF). Analog VCRs connected to a converter box can continue to record programs. Gaming consoles, DVD players and other devices that don't rely on a broadcast signal will work without a converter box.
Some viewers may have trouble receiving some digital channels after June 12.
Some stations will change their coverage area in the digital transition. Watch for station announcements: any station that loses 2% or more of the households it served in analog must notify viewers. In addition, if consumers are missing a few channels, they should conduct a channel scan, adjust their antenna and check the signal strength meter on their converter box. If channels are still missing, they may be able to add them individually by entering the number on the converter box remote. For more information regarding reception in your area, visit www.dtv.gov.
Converter box coupons WILL be available after June 12, while supplies last.
Consumers will have until July 31, while supplies last, to order coupons by calling 1-888-DTV-2009; however, it is too late to order coupons and receive them in time for the June 12 transition. Coupons will expire 90 days after they are mailed, so consumers must act quickly to redeem them. Consumers should call ahead to confirm availability of coupon-eligible converter boxes on the day they plan to shop.
Free technical assistance WILL still be available after June 12.
The FCC will continue to provide assistance after June 12 to anyone that still needs it. In some areas the FCC is offering free in-home installation services and walk-in centers to consumers who need technical assistance until the end of June, and in some locations, through July. The FCC's call center, 1-888-CALL FCC, will continue to be available to all consumers.
Installing a converter box will NOT provide high-definition television (HDTV) on your analog TV.
Installing a digital-to-analog converter box will not convert an analog TV to high-definition. HDTV is a digital broadcast format that provides the highest resolution and picture quality of all digital broadcast formats. Consumers may receive free, over-the-air HDTV programming if they have an HDTV compatible digital television but even those who use an analog TV and converter box will usually find that their picture is better than it was with the old analog signal.
The DTV transition will NOT affect TV sets that are connected to most pay TV services.
Any television set that is connected to a paid cable or satellite service will NOT be affected by the transition. The DTV transition applies only to full-power broadcast television stations or stations that use the public airwaves to transmit their programming to viewers through a broadcast antenna. Satellite customers, who receive local stations through an antenna rather than by satellite, may be affected. Check with your provider.
You do NOT need a special "digital ready" or "HD ready" antenna to receive DTV signals.
DTV signals do not require a special antenna. Over-the-air DTV signals require the same type of antenna (i.e., rooftop, set-top) as analog signals. With digital, however, it's critical that antennas receive both VHF and UHF signals. And consumers should check their existing rooftop antennas for wear-and-tear caused by wind and weather and loose connections that could degrade performance. Weak reception that causes "snow" in analog could result in no digital picture at all: the digital "cliff effect."
The Federal Communications Commission wants to ensure that consumers nationwide are ready for the switch.
Chairman Michael Copps said the FCC is "devoting tremendous resources in these final days to ease the transition and ensure that those with analog sets have the assistance they need to reap the benefits of the digital age."
The FCC is making free house calls to help consumers set up their DTV converter box, adjust their indoor antenna and/or hook up their analog VCR to a converter.
Most services will be provided by contractors hired by the FCC, who are prepared to visit around 200,000 homes over the course of the transition if needed.
Customers in need of assistance can call 1-888-DTV-2009 or visit one of the following Web sites:
DTV.gov
DTV2009.gov: Converter Box Coupon Program
DTV.gov: What Every Consumer Should Know
WKRN.COM: All About DTV
The Federal Communications Commission
Friday, June 5, 2009
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Important Meeting Regarding the Crime in Nashboro Village
Just to let you know that there will be a meeting in the next two weeks regarding all the increase of crimes in the total Nashboro Village Area.
I am not sure of the date or place yet but will let you all know as soon as I do. This is for all that are living the Nashboro Village Area, including Condos, Homes, and apartments.
As soon as I have more information I will pass it on to you.
The more people that attend the better so start passing on the word please.
Thanks,
Mindy
I am not sure of the date or place yet but will let you all know as soon as I do. This is for all that are living the Nashboro Village Area, including Condos, Homes, and apartments.
As soon as I have more information I will pass it on to you.
The more people that attend the better so start passing on the word please.
Thanks,
Mindy
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