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Brett Smiley

Smiley in October had promised the Rhode Island Ethics Commission that he would not solicit state employees or state contractors.

Smiley tells GoLocal he is returning donations to state workers and contractors.

In a statement in response to the announcement that the RI GOP filed an ethics complaint on Thursday, Smiley attacks the Republicans.

Smiley on Offensive

"I am not surprised that the same Republican Party that supports false claims of election fraud and embraces conspiracy theories is now launching baseless partisan attacks against me," he said.

I have established high fundraising standards which were approved by the Ethics Commission, have returned any contributions that did not meet those standards and have suspended fundraising to focus on a smooth transition out of state government. My focus will always be working to find solutions to the real challenges facing the people of Providence and I will not be distracted by gutter partisan politics, said Smiley.

Here's who Smiley is returning contributions to:

Elizabeth Roberts $500.00 -- Former RI Lt. Governor and state employee

Colin Kane $500.00 -- His firm has state contracts

Joseph Vinagro $1,000.00 -- His company has state contracts

CEO of Washington Trust Edward Handy $500.00 -- His company does state business

Anthony Rosciti Sr. $1,000.00 -- His firm has a state contract

Thomas Guerra $1,000.00 and Anthony Thomas $1,000.00 -- The state leases space from their company

Preston Halperin $1,000.00 and John Savage $1,000.00 -- Their law firm has state contracts

Ellis Waldman $250.00 -- His company does state business

John Galvin $1,000.00 -- His former business partner.

The total refunded is $8,750.00

The GOP Claim

"The Commission must launch a comprehensive investigation into all the donations Smiley received from individuals employed by state vendors to determine if he solicited donations from these individuals. The Ethics Commission has the power to compel production of documents and testimony from witnesses through the use of subpoena. The Ethics Commission should require all donors, who are associated with state vendors, to describe under oath any conversation they had with Smiley related to a campaign donation. Specifically, these donors should be asked under oath whether Smiley promised or threatened them in any way," said the GOP in their memoranda.

"A full investigation of Smileys fundraising activities with the employees of state vendors is justified. Smiley promised the Ethics Commission he would not solicit or accept campaign contributions from any state vendors," they added. "Smiley lied to the Ethics Commission. The Ethics Commission must conduct a sweeping investigation of Smileys fundraising practices and fine him."

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Project details Cost

$2 to $6 per linear foot, average. (Over $20 for copper).

6 to 8 hours

For homes in most regions of the country, rain gutters and downspouts are necessary to collect and carry away rainwater. Without them, water would erode the soil around the foundation, splash dirt onto the siding and likely leak into the basement or crawlspace.

Gutters are most often installed by professionals, but there's no reason you can't do it yourself. All the materials and accessories are readily available at home centers, lumberyards and through roofing-supply firms. And if you're going to replace your gutters and downspouts, you may as well upgrade the entire look and performance of the rainwater system.

Here, we'll show how to install reproduction half-round gutters that are exact replicas of the size and style gutters found on older homes. This system features corrugated downspouts and decorative cast-aluminum brackets.

Many homeowners nurse their battered, leaky gutters along because they just don't see the reward of new gutters outweighing the effort required to replace them. That's why we enlisted Agustin Crookston, owner of Classic Gutter Systems in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to show how attractive gutters can beand how easy to install.

His company makes distinctive, half-round reproduction gutters, which have been featured on several This Old House TV projects. The dark-green aluminum gutters used here ($2.75 per linear foot, materials only) were attached to the fascia with cast-aluminum, closed-curl brackets ($8 each), which the homeowners spray-painted antique gold. At the ends of the gutters are 4-inch-diameter corrugated aluminum downspouts ($1.75 per linear foot), which were ordered in white to match the house trim.

To ensure that gutters drain properly, make certain they slope ( inch for every 10 feet) toward a downspout. For gutter runs longer than 40 feet, it's best to pitch the gutter down from the middle to a downspout at each end. Or you can slope the gutters down from each end toward a single downspout placed in the middle of the run. Determine what works best for your house before ordering gutters and attachments.

Tip: Check the fascia for rot and make repairs if necessary before installing the gutters.

Tip: Rub soap on the lag screws so they'll be easier to drive through fascia and into rafter tails.

For instructions, scroll down to the end of this article.

Tip: Locate screws or rivets in the sides of the gutter, never in the bottom.

Tip: Aluminum gutters and brackets can be spray-painted to match or contrast with the house trim.

Tip: Use two downspout brackets on a one-story house and three brackets on a two-story house.

See Gutter Rain Barrel Video Above for Demonstration

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By Brendan LaChance on December 11, 2020

CASPER, Wyo. A new gutter bin was installed Wednesday near the southeast corner of Second Street and David Street.

The gutter bins are designed to capture refuse that would otherwise get washed into the storm sewer system and potentially into the North Platte River.

The gutter bins are an original design of FrogCreekPartners who have installed similar bins at other storm drains near David Street Station and in other communities.

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The gutter bin installed on Wednesday was sponsored by the Wold family of Wold Oil Properties, LLC. The gutter bin features Casper Colleges logo on the grate.

Since Frog Creek is the only company offering these gutter bins, owner Brian Deurloo noted that this was the first gutter bin installed in the country to feature a college logo.

Since the bins are designed to capture cigarette butts and other refuse, Deurloo said other colleges and universities may be interested in the concept.

Deurloo participated in the 2016 Casper Start-Up Challenge. That challenge helped bring his innovative stormwater filtration system concept to fruition.

The Gutter Bin is designed to remove pollutants like cigarette butts, hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and plastics from stormwater.

Further details of the concept and Deurloos story are available in this article.

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ORDINANCE NO. 14,605

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 18 "BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS," ARTICLE II "BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS," DIVISION 3 "BUILDING CODE," SECTION 18-93 "SIDEWALKS," SUBSECTION (C)(1) AND SECTION 18-95 "DRAINAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR NONRESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS," SUBSECTIONS (A) AND (B); AND DIVISION 4 "BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT PERMITS," SECTION 18-126 "SURVEY OR SITE PLAN REQUIRED; ACCESS MANAGEMENT," SUBSECTION (B) AND SECTION 18-127 "FLOODPLAIN" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS; AMENDING CHAPTER 34 "ENVIRONMENT," ARTICLE VIII "WATERSHED PROTECTION," SECTION 34-423 "DEFINITIONS," SECTION 34-425 "PERMITS AND SITE PLANS," SUBSECTION (K); AND SECTION 34-426 "IMPACT STUDY" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS; AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS TO ADD A NEW CHAPTER TO BE NUMBERED AND ENTITLED CHAPTER 109 "ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS"; AMENDING CHAPTER 110 "FLOODS" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS; AMENDING CHAPTER 114 "SEWER AND WATER LINE EXTENSIONS," ARTICLE III "DEVELOPMENTS," SECTION 114-66 "APPLICATION," SUBSECTION (A); AND ARTICLE IV "IMPACT FEES," SECTION 114-103 "DETERMINATION OF SERVICE UNITS" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS; AMENDING CHAPTER 122 "STREETS AND SIDEWALKS," ARTICLE I "IN GENERAL," SECTION 122-3 "OBSTRUCTION OF VIEW; VISIBILITY TRIANGLE," SUBSECTION (A) AND ARTICLE II "CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS AND CURB AND GUTTERS," DIVISION 1 "GENERALLY," SECTION 122-31 "CURB CUTS; CONCRETE DRIVEWAYS REQUIRED WHERE CITY INSTALLED CURB AND GUTTERS"; DIVISION 2 "LICENSE," SECTION 122-63 "PERMIT REQUIRED FOR EACH JOB"; AND DIVISION 3 "SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER REGULATIONS," SECTION 122-91 "CONCRETE WORK"; SECTION 122-92 "RECONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS ON CHANGE OF LINE AND GRADE BY CITY"; SECTION 122-96 "PRIVATE DRAINS"; SECTION 122-97 "INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE CULVERTS"; AND SECTION 122-99 "GENERAL REQUIREMENTS" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS; AMENDING CHAPTER 126 "SUBDIVISIONS," ARTICLE IV "IMPROVEMENTS," DIVISION I "GENERALLY," SECTION 126-453 "INSPECTION," SECTION 126-454 "AS-BUILT OR RECORD PLANS," SECTION 126-455 "FINAL ACCEPTANCE," SECTION 126-458 "TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES"; SUBDIVISION II "STREETS," SECTION 126-507 "PRINCIPAL ARTERIALS, MINOR ARTERIALS AND COLLECTORS," SECTION 126-508 "RIGHT-OF-WAY WIDTH," SECTION 126-509 "CURVES," AND SECTION 126-510 "INTERSECTIONS"; SUBDIVISION III "LOTS," SECTION 126-546 "SCOPE"; SUBDIVISION IV "EASEMENTS," SECTION 126-581 "DRAINAGE EASEMENT" SUBSECTION (C) AND (D), SECTION 126-582 "UTILITY EASEMENTS," SECTION 126-583 "PRIVATE EASEMENTS"; AND ARTICLE V "ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS," DIVISION 1 "GENERALLY," SECTION 126-611 "ENGINEERING DATA"; DIVISION 2 "STREETS"; DIVISION 3 "STORMWATER DRAINAGE"; AND DIVISION 4 "UTILITIES" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PRESCRIBING A MAXIMUM PENALTY OF FIVE HUNDRED AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($500.00) FOR EACH VIOLATION; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.

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While many growers may view the substrate, nutrients and water as the major determinants of crop success, we may overlook the very thing that holds it all together: pots. Aiming to provide growers with innovative potting solutions that favor root health, Plantlogic is constantly finding new ways to innovate upon the square and round pots of old.

Established in 2013, Plantlogic specializes in the development and production of horticultural pots for substrate-based production of soft fruit, various tree crops, vegetables and, most recently, release of its Kratos slab base. "Our lineup is only limited by growers imaginations, as our products are driven by the demands of customers. Our designs support customer ideas and feedback. These custom solutions fit every goal and budget," says Ana Cristina Garcia, marketing manager at Plantlogic. "When one of our growers wanted a different type of 7L pot for raspberry production but with specific dimensions for cold storage, and to hold irrigation pipes, we found a way to make it work."

Substrate production and root healthThe biggest difference between us and our competitors is the careful consideration for the needs of substrate production and root health such as careful consideration of how water flows through the pot resulting in the pyramid base, whose shape ensures airflow to the center of the roots and drains water at the edges - our trademark long legs temperature control and labor savings, says Ana.

Proof of Plantlogics commitment to innovative product design is the companys Zephyr V2, which was meticulously designed to balance moisture and aeration in the root zone. With its jagged sidewall shape, the Zephyr V2 improves root architecture by preventing the compaction and spiraling of roots. Also unique is the Zephyrs bottom, which has non-draining central holes and a pyramidal base to increase oxygen uptake, force water to the edges and minimize the wetted area. We think about the optimal way to drain water, so we always keep that in mind, says Ana. The Zephyr V2 also has the tallest legs at 70mm, and wider base of any horticultural pot. We listed to our customers feedback on the previous designs and went back to the drawing table, and have developed a completely new product.

Similarly, the Kratos slab base allows hydroponic growers using slabs to properly support the slab, improve drainage through its V-shape, utilizing a low cost yet open-flow gutter design with no legs standing within the gutter to obstruct flushing.

Plantlogic's Kratos slab base (left) and Zephyr V2 (right)

Plantlogics pot anchors are simply another response to growers concerns over plants being blown over by wind or during mechanical harvesting. Our pot anchors system has sufficient stability to remain upright under strong winds. The rigidity of the anchor enables holds the pot securely, allowing them to use machinery to harvest, without tipping the pot, and is easy to install, explains Ana.

With its products being based on customer demands and strong customer relationships, Plantlogics products have been well received and are used across the Americas, Africa, Oceania, Europe and China.

For more information:Ana Cristina Garca Plantlogicsales@getplantlogic.comwww.getplantlogic.com

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Winter looks very different depending on whether you're above orbelow the Mason-Dixon Line. Below that imaginary line, which runs alongon the northern edges of West Virginia and Maryland,winter weather might mean highs in the 50s and snow on rare occasions. Above, youre talking about black ice, gusting winds, inches upon inches of snow, and road and school closures (particularly for those living in mountaneous regions or along the Snowbelt of the Great Lakes). If youre not used to it, your first real winter can be disconcerting. How do you prepare? Do you need an ice scraper (and what does it look like)? How are snow boots different from regular winter boots?

A common misconception is that our recent spate of record-breaking winters runs counter to a global warming crisis. Others believe the crisis only makes warm summers hotter. The full picture, however, is that global warming makes both ends of the weather spectrum more extreme, and that means even harsher winters. Take this past winter, for example, when Arctic air blew across the country in a highly publicized Polar Vortex.

Whether you believe in the science behind the impending brutal winter season or wish to ignore the cold while you still can during the fall months, were guessing youd still rather be prepared head-to-toe far ahead of time. When the next morning of waking up to another record low or record snowfall arrives, itll be better if youre stocked up on proper insulation, snow gear, warm socksand favorite canned soup.

We know preparing for extreme winter weather can seem overwhelming. Thats why Stacker compiled the following recommendations from the National Weather Service, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and other government organizations, in addition to meteorologists and experts. Follow these 30 steps and youll be prepared for anything the weather throws at you: freezing rain, sleet, snow, even full-on blizzard conditions. Once you have a good pair of gloves, snow tires, and an emergency plan, the weather report doesnt seem so dreadfulafter all.

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It goes without saying that plants are some of the most beautiful and important organisms we have on our planet. As a child I was always interested in the world of plants. A world seemingly so familiar yet so estranged from common understanding. As kids we run barefoot and play on the soft grass, take refuge under the shade a tree provides amidst a hot California day, and take a deep breath of the fresh air the leaves so selflessly gift to us. All while the plants remain sessile, unassuming and ask nothing of us.

In grade school we are taught of the important things that plants provide in terms of food and materials to build our world. It was not until continuing my education in college that I began to fully grasp the ecosystem services plants truly offer to us. As we built our world through the power of plants, engineered our cities, pushed our civilization to the likes of which this world has never seen before, we find every alteration requires a new remediation. And as we look to science to provide the next breakthrough it is often plants, unassuming, and quietly taking matters into their own hands.

We built our cities and found ways to channel water, divert creeks and move storm water out as fast as we can to provide a suitable place to develop upon. Rightly so, we do not want our homes and our businesses flooding year in and year out. And yet, with this approach we have willingly surrendered so many services nature often provides us.

Cities developed an underground storm drain system, a network of pipes beneath our streets and homes solely dedicated to diverting storm water, as a way to compensate for the impervious concrete surfaces we cast upon the land. Without the natural uptake of rain through pervious soils storm water quickly runs into our gutters, into our storm drains and into our creeks.

Unsurprisingly, this increases the possibility of pollutants being conveyed from our city streets and into our waterways. Pathogens, for instance, have become a pollutant of concern in which our paved and engineered world has perpetuated from a water quality perspective. The Regional Water Quality Control Board has identified particular concerns associated with our urban developed world such as dog waste accumulation along pedestrian trails or back yard drains, accidental spills, potentially leaking septic tanks, illegal dumping in storm drains or waterways, and illicit discharges into street gutters. These sources can introduce pollutants of concern which may accumulate on impervious surfaces during dry weather months. During our first rains, rather than decompose and cycle into the soils, pathogens can flow into our storm drain system and directly into our creeks without any treatment. It is here, our wonderful riparian plants quietly grow and act as the last line of defense.

Riparian species such as sedges, rushes, cattails and so many others have the amazing ability to uptake organic and inorganic pollutants. As storm water contaminated with pathogens passes through riparian species, the porous membrane called xylem tissue uptakes water from its roots to its shoots, acting as a filtration system which studies have shown can effectively filter bacteria such as E. Coli and Enterococcus up to 90%. As a function of species composition, species density, and water surface contact time, pathogen intake from riparian species can efficiently and cost effectively decrease pollutants in our waterways. Some species are more effective than others, and studies are constantly underway to find ways in best applying riparian species to constructed wetlands and waterways for the goal of pathogen intake. Here in Sonoma County we have basket sedge (Carex barbarae), nutsedge (Cyperus erogrostis), grey rush (Juncus patens), broadleaf cattails (Typha latifolia), smartweed (Polypogon hydropiperoides) just to name a few.

As the rains fall, our gutters flow and our creeks begin to rise, I implore you to think about our silent saviors growing at the toe of the bank.

Find a local creek trail and observe what is growing in the channel.

Educate yourself and others on the importance of our native riparian vegetation.

Join a volunteer group and help with a restoration project along a creek.

Go yourself and plant a native species along a creek bank. Work with your city or town representatives to ensure plant species and creek bank location is appropriate.

Get your kids involved, or your neighbors, or your friends.

Take a look at the Streets to Creeks website (streetstocreeks.org) to learn about other ways you yourself can take steps in your daily life to reduce pollutants in storm water runoff.

Perhaps look at installing a Low Impact Development (LID) feature in your home landscaping to capture runoff and naturally filter pollutants before they ever enter the City storm drain system.

Next time you find yourself along a creek, take a look at the plants along the waters edge and send thanks to them for quietly doing their humble little job.

This article was authored by Aaron Nunez, Environmental Specialist, City of Santa Rosa, on behalf of RRWA. RRWA is an association of local public agencies in the Russian River Watershed that have come together to coordinate regional programs for clean water, habitat restoration, and watershed enhancement.

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4 Solutions for Roofs without Eaves (and their Construction Details)

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In his Robie House, Frank Lloyd Wright created an ingenious arrangement of public and private spaces that slowly moving away from the street through a series of horizontal planes. Pronounced eaves made the interior space expand toward the outside. Considered the first phase of the American architect's career, the so-called Prairie Houses had marked horizontality, mainly due to the enormous plans created by slightly inclined eaves. Eaves are ubiquitous in most traditional architecture, and in addition to their aesthetic role, they serve several important functions, the primary one being to keep rainwater away from the building's walls and structure. But for some time now, we have seen plenty of projects with sloping roofs without eaves, forming pure and unornamented volumes. This brings us to the question: in these projects, how are practical issues such as draining rainwater?

An overhang (or eave) describesthe lower edge of a roof, which extends beyond the intersecting wall to form ashady space that can acquire different dimensions and appearances. In hot climates, it can bedesigned to stop theintense heatof the hottest months,limiting the entry of sunlight. In rainy places, it can be an intermediate space of shelter, protecting the building frame and external faade from the weather.However, eaves arenot an indispensable component of a building. Many architects have designed buildings with sloping roofs without eaves, in which the archetype of the house with agable roof takes on a simple, almost stripped, minimalist shape. It is not up to us to judge whether this design choice is functional or simply a fad. But whenever we remove this protrusion from a roof, we are faced with the challenge of avoiding problems of water infiltration and rainwater drainage. That is, without detailed and well-done construction,this design choice can be a big headache.

By examining our database of projects and its constituent construction details, we can discern a few distinct solutions to resolving these issues. These are ingenious design details which, in the eyes of the observer, appear extremely simple.

Perhaps the simplest way to drain water, without gutters or other components, is how Bokarev Architects did so in their Double House project. In this case, a metal sheet was installed over the roof and on the sides of the facade. In this way, the water could not break the outer covering, keeping the building watertight. As it does not contain a gutter, there is the drawback that, in the event of a heavy rain, all the water comes down close to the walls.

Another solution, which is quite common, is to create a minimal overhang, containing a small chute to drain the water. House Karlsson by Tham & Videgrd Arkitekter, as well as Haus Fr Julia Und Bjrn and Holler House by Innauer-Matt Architekten, all employ what could be characterized as traditional eaves, but with reduced dimensions. The gutters direct the water to descent pipes, making the flow process efficient. In these cases, the gutters are located on the outside of the wall, making them accessible for cleaning. In the event of a clog, this placement also causes less damage to the structure.

However, the hidden gutter is possibly the architect's favorite solution. Due to an optical illusion caused by the observer's angle, it is very difficult to observe the discontinuity of the gutter coating in a hidden gutter, intriguing the most attentive viewers. In the Studio Zero85 project, formal purity is inspired by the barns and homes dotting the area. The faade and roof of the structure are covered with tiles, making the slight trough in the tile blanket go unnoticed. In the MiCasa projects by Stephen Davy Peter Smith Architects and Dentist with a View by Shift architecture urbanism, the gutter is a little more pronounced, but still discreet. Elsewhere, in the Riel Estate project by Joris Verhoeven Architectuur, the gutter, although almost hidden, also marks the change in coating materials between two planes.

Another widely used device is to incorporate an external, permeable skin that envelops the system, causing water to flow through a lower material, which is usually a metal tile or an impermeable cover. In the Les Coccinelles Nursery School / SOA Architectes project, it is easy to understand the solution through the gif below.

A similar solution is adopted at the Bergmeisterwolf architekten Rooftops Twin House H, 142 South Street / Sandy Rendel Architects, and GRX Arquitectos' Calixto House, which displays an incredible facade of rough stones. In these cases, a gutter is included in the solution, directing all the water collected by the inclined planes to an appropriate portion of the plot. But the presence of the gutter can be dispensed with, as noted in the Thtre d'eau Swimming Pool / LOG Architectes project.

Whatever the design adopted, it is important that the designer is aware of the challenges imposed by a solution that seems so simple. It is also essential that the drawing is well done and carefully executed, so as to avoid future problems of infiltration or humidity that would be quite complex to solve after the building is occupied. As Mies van der Rohe said, "God is in the details."

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Akron-based roofing contractors have posted a blog highlighting the need for proper ventilation for roof safety. The blog post acknowledges that most people ignore the importance of roof ventilation for the protection, safety, and lifespan of the roofing system.

TK Roofing and Gutters emphasize the need for the right amount of ventilation in the attic for a positive effect on the roof's lifespan. The blog post adds that it is also essential for the well-being of the family living in the home, lowering energy bills, and reducing future costs of home repairs.

The roof is integral to the construction of a house, and the roofing contractor regularly shares tips for the upkeep of the roof. According to the roofing contractor at TK Roofing, roof ventilation facilitates the inflow of cooler low-pressure air at the roof's edge and outflow of hot air through exhaust vents.

Roofing experts understand the importance of the right amount of intake and exhaust vents for proper roof ventilation. When there are too many exhaust vents instead of intake vents, this could result in an improper system, according to the roofers at TK Roofing and Gutters, adding more "exhaust vents will act as intake and then short circuit the system. A 50/50 system is typically what you should aim for, but you still need to be sure the exhaust is adequate for your attic."

An experienced roofing contractor focuses on ensuring the correct ratio of exhaust versus intake vents.

TK Roofing and Gutters explains that many homes overlook the need for installing enough intake vents that are designed to move hot air out for adequate airflow ventilation.

The local roofing company has compiled a list of signs of inadequate roofing ventilation in the blog post. The most common sign on the list is rust and corrosion in the attic, primarily on metal surfaces. A rippled or wavy appearance on the roofline and shingles suggests warping of moisture-damaged decking underneath. Another sign is the decay of the roof's structural support will show signs of dampness, frost, and water staining on the attic of the roof sheathing.

The blog post lists another common sign as an increase in allergy symptoms or respiratory illnesses among family members, which could be due to the spread of spores through indoor airflow from mold growth in the attic.

Further, inadequate ventilation is responsible for a rise in utility bills. Another common sign that homeowners should not ignore is the noticeable buildup of ice along the edge of the roof in winters.

In addition to the signs of inadequate ventilation, TK Roofing and Gutters urges caution when inspecting the roof upon spotting any of these signs. "Instead of climbing up onto your roof, take a walk around the outside of your roof on the ground and use binoculars to exam your roof. If you inspect your attic, make sure it is well lit, you are wearing protective gear, and you have a clear walking path."

Proper attic ventilation, adds the roofing contractors, is crucial to removing moisture from the attic and preventing condensation buildup. TK Roofing suggests the need for attic ventilation to balance snow accumulation and prevent severe damage to the roof. Proper ventilation keeps the home cooler in the summers by preventing heat buildup in the attic and deterioration of shingles. It also lowers the risk of leakage from the ceiling.

The top roofing contractors at TK Roofing and Gutters value the need for proper roof ventilation and are focused on extending the life of the roof.

TK Roofing and Gutters specialize in helping homeowners repair, replace, and maintain their roofs. They advise homeowners to be proactive in ensuring an adequately ventilated roof instead of dealing with the aftermath of poor attic ventilation.

The Ohio weather can ruin roofs, and installing properly ventilated roofs is a step in the right direction to prevent problems later. Those interested in having a fully functional ventilation system should get in touch with the certified roofers at TK Roofing and Gutters.

The company provides a no-contact, no-cost roof inspection with a detailed analysis of the health of the roof and help homeowners with roof repair needs in single homes, flat roofs, asphalt shingles, and rubber roofing.

Consult with TK Roofing and Contractors for quick roof repair, replacement, emergency tarping, or storm damage.

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By Herald Staff

INDIANAPOLIS Community Crossings grants awarded to Huntingburg and Jasper Tuesday total more than $800,000.

Awards for round two of this years program were announced by Indiana Gov. Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Joe McGuinness.

As we navigate through the challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, were as committed as ever to improving and building our states infrastructure, Holcomb said in a press release. Im incredibly pleased that were able to fund all of the high-priority local road projects submitted in this round. Taking care of our local roads is key to making sure our communities remain attractive places to grow businesses and create careers.

Jasper was awarded $456,249, and Huntingburg will receive $389,334. In the state, 241 Indiana cities, towns and counties were awarded a total of $101 million in state matching funds for local road projects.

Jasper will use the funding to renovate streets near Holy Family Catholic Church, City Attorney Renee Kabrick said. There are about 170 homes located in the area, and it has had drainage problems that have created hazardous conditions in winter months for the past few years.

The project will involve installing new and larger sewers and fixing the curbs, which have shifted and deteriorated.

Huntingburg will use its funding on three road projects, Street Superintendent Jason Stamm said Tuesday.

The biggest project will be work on Fifth Street between Washington Street and U.S. 231. Along with milling and road paving, there will be curb and gutter work, storm sewer upgrades and sidewalk work. That project is estimated to cost about $314,386.

Washington Street between Fourth and Sixth streets will be milled and paved and have storm sewer work done, estimated to cost about $104,353. And Jackson betwen Sixth and Eighth streets will also be milled and paved, for an estimated $100,373.

Community Crossings, a component of the Governors Next Level Roads program, has provided more than $830 million in state matching funds for construction projects.

This is a tremendous win for our local partners, McGuinness said. Our continued partnership with Hoosier communities will deliver more high priority local road projects in the coming year, many of which have been in planning for months or even years and wouldnt be able to move forward now without the states funding commitment.

In response to revenue uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, INDOT moved its call for projects, originally scheduled for July, to September. The $101 million award is funded by the balance available in the states local road and bridge matching grant fund at the end of the 2020 fiscal year as well as revenue collected so far in the 2021 fiscal year, an INDOT spokesperson said.

Local governments must provide matching funds, 50% for larger communities or 25% for smaller communities, from a funding source approved for road and bridge construction, the spokesperson said. They must also submit an INDOT-approved asset management plan for maintaining existing roads and bridges. State law requires annually that 50% of the available matching funds be awarded to communities within counties with a population of 50,000 or fewer.

The list of all communities receiving Community Crossings funding is listed online at http://www.in.gov/indot/communitycrossings.

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