2008 December
2008 December Vol. 6 No. 12
Focus on...Safety & Security
Hot Tips
The chance of experiencing a fire in your residential property is almost as unlikely as experiencing a plane crash—it’s a miniscule number of incidents that affect a tiny percentage of the population [see sidebar on page 14]. But fire-related tragedies are almost all preventable, and just like airline officials, fire fighting professionals are committed to bringing that statistic down to zero. Read More
Out of Harms Way
Sometimes in the rush of excitement surrounding construction and renovation projects, things can get overlooked. Perhaps a cost goes unchecked or timing issues crop up. One item on the to-do list that should never be forgotten, though, is safety, both for residents and work crews. Read More
Safe & Secure
In these tumultuous times of uncertainty and financial instability, one thing is certain: crime rates rise as the employment rate and markets fall. However, there is much you can do to create safe, secure, and happy communities. Common sense, best practices, and new technology can go far in insuring both the real safety of your residents and their perception of how safe they are. Read More
Super Sleuths
If Suzy passes all the required background checks, she can be hired for the job, but just remember that Suzy has an obligation to report any other wrongdoings in the building. Read More
The Digital Age
On September 7, 1927, 19-year-old Philo T. Farnsworth created the first television system that could not only display, but transmit signals between separate rooms. Now, more than 80 years later, another historic date in broadcast transmissions is upon us. Read More
Brattleboro Vermont
Many towns would enjoy the paradoxical distinction of being both quintessential and totally unique. Brattleboro, Vermont, may well have just about achieved such a description. Read More
