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and compared these patterns with the M13 ... 2004
genes. The studies have revealed that both histone acetyl-
transferases (HATs) and histone deacetylases (HDACs)
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addition of TSA. In this case, the nucleosome B area is
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concentrations. Late addition of TSA, on the other hand,
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help you figure out the values and qualities on which you want to base
your life, and how money can become a tool to facilitate that reality.
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Julie earns $34,000 a...
... in a pure way, free of the
constraints and pressures of business.
Perhaps it is better to separate earning a living on the one
hand and creativity on
the other so as to do each one tothe ... need to assess our assets, reputation, knowledge of
the market and intellectual capital.
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Rather than simply attempting to write down all the
strengths and ... more than the sum total of
individuals’ expertise and belongs tothe organisation rather
than (or as well as) the people working within it.
In a creative enterprise, constant learning and the...
... capacity tofind great ideas and put
them into play.”
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LLP, and author, The Strategy Paradox and The
about innovation and what it takes to be an ‘idea
person.’ ... over the
past century.
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and smal. It has to do with the profound difference
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object anda creative act. ... is, to no smal degree, a measure of attitude, of
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in fact, the reasoning that led postal savings to be accepted in the United ... postal savings bank. Advocates invariably cited the
predicament of rural citizens who lived many miles from a bank, andthe lack of savings
facilities available in certain regions, particularly the ... justification of postal savings – in the United States as well as in Japan and Europe
– it has not proved to be the major source of demand for postal savings, even if it was
important toa few rural...
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categories of nouns (concepts) as a base and
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... Financial audits attest tothe fairness of the financial statements of agencies. They
examine the adequacy of the financial records and accounting and internal controls, and
they determine the ... facilities and community
correctional centers.
Additionally, the department contracts with the Correctional Corporation
of America and Dominion Management to house Hawaii inmates in
Oklahoma and ... the Auditor exercises no control function, and its authority is limited to
reviewing, evaluating, and reporting on its findings and recommendations tothe Legislature and
the Governor.
THE AUDITOR
STATE...
... an ACO to work overtime,
he/she asks the ACOs from the previous watch to fill the vacant post. At
the larger facilities (Halawa Correctional Facility and Oahu Community
Correctional Center) the ... federal and state laws, rules and regulations, and policies and
procedures.
3. To make recommendations as appropriate.
We audited the financial records and transactions and reviewed the
related systems ... Also, the average overtime
compensation for all employees at all facilities averaged $4,710 for the
fiscal year ended June 30, 2001. The department was not aware of the
situation and was unable to...
... 2001.
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in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United
States of America andthe standards applicable to financial ... version
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Chapter 3: Financial Audit
The Auditor
State of Hawaii:
We have audited the combined financial statements of the Department of
Public Safety, State of Hawaii (department), as of and for the ... back to
the department because the Judiciary was not able to locate the victim.
These payments were credited back tothe inmates’ accounts.
In addition, facility and fiscal staff informed us that...
... estimates and assumptions that
affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of
contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the combined financial
statements andthe reported ... described above is a material
weakness.
This report is intended solely for the information and use of the Auditor,
State of Hawaii, andthe management of the department and is not
intended to be and ... the State
Legislature that permit a state agency, within established fiscal and
budgetary controls, to incur obligations andto make expenditures.
Appropriations are allotted quarterly. The allotted...
... State
believes that, given the inherent variability in any such estimates, the
reserves are within a reasonable and acceptable range of adequacy.
Reserves are continually monitored and reviewed, and as settlements ... required to
contribute to both options at an actuarially determined rate.
Measurement of assets and actuarial valuations are made for the entire
ERS and are not separately computed for individual participating
employers ... issues a
publicly available financial report that includes financial statements and
required supplementary information. The report may be obtained by
writing tothe ERS at City Financial Tower,...
... level. It is the Wardens' responsibility to ensure that their
watch commanders are making appropriate decisions.
Patterns of Absence Due to Sickness Program
The audit report states that the ... must find another woman to fill the vacancy,
even if that woman will be on overtime, and even if there is a male ACO available
on regular time. On the Big Island, the HCCC transports inmates from ... certain
level of coverage to maintain security and safety.” The department notes
that some facilities, especially the Women’s Community Correctional
Center andthe Hawaii Community Correctional...
... unfortunately the reality. We are fully aware of the problem
and of what it will take to arrive at a solution, and we are making every effort to
address it.
Nevertheless, we are pleased to report that ... of
overtime that the ACO has already worked. The Department worked with the
UPWon the procedures for assigning overtime work on a fair and equitable basis
for the larger facilities, Oahu Community Correctional ... and Maui Community Correctional Center (MCCC). In addition,
Kulani and Kauai Community Correctional Center have historically had lower
rates of overtime. The Wardens at these facilities have been...