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MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY 100 First Avenue, Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston, MA 02129 WATER QUALITY UPDATE An Analysis of November 2012 Sampling Data For more information, please contact MWRA at (617) 242-5323, or visit www.mwra.com. November 2012 Highlights •Carroll Water Treatment Plant is undergoing winter maintenance and UV construction. Train B was removed from service on O t b 31 d ill i ff li f i t l k O c t o b er 31 an d w ill rema i n o ff - li ne f or approx i ma t e l y seven wee k s. •MWRA is not always able to fully meet its voluntary Cryptosporidium inactivation target while the UV construction project is underway. DEP reviewed and approved this change as part of its permitting for this project. The lowest PR achieved for November was 0.9, which provides 98.4% Cryptosporidium inactivation. See Page 5. •MWRA achieved CT disinfection requirements for the month at the Ware Disinfection Facility and the Carroll Water Treatment Plant. CT results appear on Page 5. No community violated the Total Coliform Rule criteria. See Page 7. •Did you know that MWRA's web site has an archive of Monthly Water Quality Updates from 2001 onward at http://www.mwra.com/monthly/wqupdate/qual3wq.htm? • MWRA reduced the length of the printed copy of the Monthly Water Quality Update to reduce printing and postage costs • MWRA reduced the length of the printed copy of the Monthly Water Quality Update to reduce printing and postage costs . A longer more detailed version will continue to be posted on the MWRA web site. You can help us save paper and money by requesting an electronic copy of the Update – call (617) 242-5323 or email Joshua.Das@mwra.state.ma.us We are continually updating the report. Let us know what you think (617) 242-5323 Call (617) 242-5323 or email Joshua.Das@mwra.state.ma.us Release Date: November 20, 2012 Water Quality Update This is a monthly report containing information about the quality of water supplied by MWRA. It provides a more detailed review of water quality than the annual water quality report that is mailed each June to customers in our service area. The report is available at www.mwra.com. The Water System The Water System The MWRA supplies wholesale water to local water departments in 51 communities, 45 in greater Boston and MetroWest, three in Western Massachusetts, and as a back-up supply for three others. Each municipality is responsible for distributing the water within its own community. More than two million people are served by the MWRA water supply system. Quabbin Reservoir is the primary source of water for our system and one of the country's largest water supply impoundments, with a capacity of 412 billion gallons. Quabbin water represents source water for the Chicopee Valley Aqueduct (CVA) system. Water is transferred from Quabbin Reservoir to the 65 billion gallon Wachusett Reservoir in Clinton via the Quabbin Aq ueduct. Wachusett water re p resents source water for MetroWest and Metro p olitan Boston communities. The watershed q p p areas of the Quabbin and Wachusett Reservoirs total 401 square miles. The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), which manages the watersheds, and MWRA are committed to protection of the water supply through aggressive watershed protection as the first line of defense against water contamination. Three-quarters of the watersheds are protected lands and over 80% are either forest or wetlands. The map below indicates the location of reservoirs, treatment facilities, and service P Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) Positive Behaviour Support Workshop A FREE, Autism specific Positive Behaviour Workshop for parents 26th, 27th & 28th November 2012 (9.30 am – 2.30pm) Maroondah Federation Estate - 32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood 3134 Aspect Victoria is pleased to offer our highly successful three day autism specific Aspect Positive Behaviour Support workshop for parents of children and young people aged and 25 years with an autism spectrum disorder in the Eastern Metropolitan Region of Victoria Based on Aspect’s direct experience working with families, this workshop teaches parents how to use contemporary, evidence-based, autism specific positive behaviour support strategies at home with their children Aspect Positive Behaviour Support workshops have proven effectiveness Since 2005, 1200 families have participated in Aspect Positive Behaviour Support workshops An independent evaluation of the workshop program showed “evidence of an extremely significant decrease in challenging behaviours … and evidence of an extremely significant increase in parental self-efficacy following the 3-day workshop and again at the 4-6 week follow-up.” Families participating in this workshop will: Develop best practice understanding of autism and how an autism spectrum disorder can contribute to challenging behaviours Learn how to create an autism friendly environment at home Learn how to write an autism specific behaviour support plan for one of their child’s behaviours Learn how write a crisis plan and respond confidently when challenging behaviour occurs Learn how to teach new skills to promote their child’s communication, emotional regulation or independence What participants say about Aspect Positive Behaviour Support workshops: “Fantastic presentation Very interactive & affirming & capacity building Ideas not just discussed but taught how to follow through on.” “Best information session on Autism I have been to, so much clarity about getting to the core behaviour, unpeeling onion, enjoyed all visuals Thank you so much.” “I have attended many workshops & seminars with my daughter to try & find answers to what we needed to know This workshop has been the most informative ever.” To be eligible for this workshop you must be the parent or carer of a child or young person aged between and 25 years with a diagnosed autism spectrum disorder and you must live in the local government areas of Boroondara, Knox, Manningham, Maroondah, Monash, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges Service providers working with participating families are encouraged to attend When Where Time Cost Register Contact th th th Three day workshop is on 26 , 27 & 28 November 2012 Maroondah Federation Estate - 32 Greenwood Avenue Ringwood 3134 9.30am to 2.30pm each day FREE Online at www.autismspectrum.org.au For further information please contact Amber Day or Heather Kirkhope at Aspect Victoria: Phone: 03 9377 6628 or email aday@autismspectrum.org.au Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is Australia’s largest not for profit autism specific service provider Established in 1966, Aspect provides a wide range of services and support In 2010 Aspect commenced operation in Victoria Aspect has been funded by the Department of Human Services to provide a range of positive behaviour support programs across Victoria  Master Document – Audit Program 1 of 19 Activity Code 17200 Claim Audit, Other Version 4.7, dated November 2012 B-1 Planning Considerations Purpose The primary purpose of this audit is to evaluate the quantum (amount of the monetary adjustment) aspect of an equitable adjustment proposal or claim submitted under the disputes clause (FAR 52.233-1), the changes clause (FAR 52.243), or other basis and provide information regarding the acceptability of proposed or claimed costs and the reliability of contractor data furnished in support of the proposal or claim. The evaluation should focus on determining the reasonableness, allocability, and allowability of amounts submitted by the contractor related to proposed or claimed increased/decreased costs due to the events giving rise to the adjustment. Note: This is not an audit package for a delay or disruption proposal or claim, which represents a unique type of equitable price adjustment. Delay or disruption proposals or claims are requests to recoup costs as a result of Government caused suspension, delay or interruption of all or part of the work of a contract. Audits of delay or disruption proposals or claims should be performed using the DELAY-DISRUPTION selection from the Sub-activity Screen in the Audit System. This standard audit program was prepared to provide specific procedures to facilitate the proper planning, performance, and reporting on the review of a contractor's equitable adjustment proposal or claim. The audit steps in the program should reflect a documented understanding between the auditor and supervisor as to the scope required to comply in an efficient and effective manner with generally accepted government auditing standards and DCAA objectives. The program steps are intended as general guidance and should be modified as appropriate in the circumstances. Scope Audit scope will generally depend on individual circumstances. In general, the audit should evaluate compliance with applicable acquisition regulations, CAS, and contract terms, as appropriate. Related au dits, systems surveys, contractor internal controls and internal reviews should be considered when selecting specific audit steps and the extent of transaction testing to be performed. Once the pre-audit analysis is performed, a transaction testing program should be written based on the analysis. Specific audit tests should be used based on the specific circumstances. The auditor should include audit steps and procedures to provide reasonable assurance of detecting errors, irregularities, abuse, or illegal acts that are material (CAM 4-702). Refer to Listing for Fraud Indicators. Master Document – Audit Program 2 of 19 Other Planning Considerations 1. An equitable adjustment proposal or claim has two elements: entitlement and quantum. Entitlement (whether the contractor has been impaired by Government action and, therefore, has a right to a monetary adjustment) is a legal issue. While the audit focus is on the evaluation of the quantum, the auditor may also identify or develop information bearing on entitlement. Any meaningful observations, such as indications that the contractor was aware of site conditions or other causes prior to the original bid, should be incorporated into the audit when quantum is impacted, and conveyed to the contracting officer in the report. 2. Review the audit reque st to determine the objectives of the audit, noting any specific information requested. Coordinate with the requester to gain an understanding of the nature of the proposal or claim. Determine whether there are any specific concerns or additional information that was not included in the request. Prepare any audit steps necessary to satisfy specific requirements of the request. 3. Mrs. Le Thi Kim Sa from an informal daycare centre in Can Giuoc Town, Can Giuoc District in Long An Province together with the children met with a Red Cross volunteer in a session on HFMD prevention in September 2012. (Photo: Thuan Nguyen, IFRC) Emergency appeal n° MDRVN010 GLIDE n° EP-2012-000045-VNM Operation update n°4 23 November 2012 Period covered by this operations update: 16 August to 15 November 2012 Appeal target (current): CHF 758,416 Appeal coverage: 82 per cent Appeal history  3 April 2012: This emergency appeal was launched for CHF 758,416 to assist 752,255 beneficiaries, including 196,200 direct beneficiaries, for nine months.  Disaster Relief Emergency Fund (DREF): CHF 100,000 was initially allocated to support the initial response of the national society to the emergency. <click here to see the financial report 1 ; current donor response or contact details> Summary Viet Nam has experienced unprecedented increase in cases of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) since 2011. There have been two peaks in HFMD during 2012. The first one occurred between March and July, with the weekly caseload reaching its peak in the 16 th week (from 15 to 21 April) with more than 4,000 new cases of infection in that week alone. The second started in August, with the highest weekly caseload in the 38 th week, reaching more than 6,000 cases – the highest weekly caseload between January 2012 to 4 November 2012. From April to September 2012, Viet Nam Red Cross (VNRC) has focused on prioritized interventions covering 292 communes in 20 districts in eight selected provinces 2 . Activities implemented during this period include project orientation in provinces, selection of in-community volunteers, provision of refresher training for active trainers, and promoting behaviour change through house-to-house visits to the families of children under five years old, and public awareness raising campaigns. Up to 15 November 2012, multilateral donors have contributed to cover 82 per cent of the appeal. IFRC would like to thank Canadian Red Cross, Danish Red Cross/Danish government, European Commission Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (DG ECHO), Hong Kong branch of Red Cross Society of China, Japanese Red Cross 1 Attached financial report up to end-October 2012. 2 An Giang, Dong Thap, Long An, Soc Trang, Vinh Long, Ben Tre, Da Nang and Quang Ngai Emergency appeal operation update Viet Nam: Hand, foot and mouth disease 2 Society, Red Cross of Monaco, Singapore Red Cross and Swedish Red Cross for their contribution to the appeal and thus, have enabled timely response. In the remaining period of the operation, IFRC continues to support VNRC in the implementation of planned activities in accordance with 82 per cent of the total appealed budget. All of the field activities, particularly behaviour change communication (BCC), will be finalized by the end of December 2012 as planned. To enable VNRC to properly carry out end-line surveys and operational evaluation, as well as to allow VNRC to train an additional number of trainers on epidemic control (using the adapted epidemic control for volunteers’ toolkit) for possible future outbreaks, a month-long extension has been sought. During the past few months, VNRC has observed an increase in HFMD cases in non-target districts among the eight provinces under this operation. In addition, the situation of HFMD in Ba Ria – Vung Tau, one of the 13 priority provinces, has become a matter of concern considering marked increases in both HFMD cases and deaths reported. Therefore, since September, VNRC has quickly provided training of Userid: CPM Schema: instrx Leadpct: 100% Pt. size: 10 Draft Ok to Print AH XSL/XML Fileid: … ns/I8938/201211/A/XML/Cycle05/source (Init. & Date) _______ Page 1 of 12 15:25 - 9-Jan-2013 The type and rule above prints on all proofs including departmental reproduction proofs. MUST be removed before printing. Instructions for Form 8938 (November 2012) Statement of Specified Foreign Financial Assets Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service Section references are to the Internal Revenue Code unless otherwise noted. General Instructions Future developments. The IRS has created a page on IRS.gov for information about Form 8938 and its instructions, at www.irs.gov/form8938. Information about any future developments affecting Form 8938 (such as legislation enacted after we release it) will be posted on that page. What's New Type of filer. On page 1 of the form (above Part I), in the Type of filer section we added a checkbox for married individuals filing a separate return. Checkbox for the type of Form 8938 filed. On page 1 of the form (immediately above Part I), we have modified the lead-in text for this check box so that filers now only have to check this box if they are filing an amended or supplemental Form 8938 for the tax year. Part II, line 3. Other foreign assets. For lines 3a and 3b we added an instruction for assets acquired or disposed of during different dates in the year. See the instructions for Part II, line 3 for details. Part II, line 7. Other foreign assets. We eliminated the checkbox for PFICs in Part II, line 7 because whether a reported specified foreign financial asset is a PFIC is no longer required to be indicated on Form 8938. See Assets Not Required to be Reported and Duplicative reporting, regarding PFICs reported on Form 8621, Information Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company or Qualified Electing Fund. Part IV, Form 8891, U.S. Informa tion Return for Beneficiaries of Certain Canadian Registered Re tirement Plans. We added a new checkbox for Form 8891 to indicate that you are excepted from reporting a specified foreign financial asset on Form 8938 because you reported the asset on Form 8891. Purpose of Form Use Form 8938 to report your specified foreign financial assets if the total value of all the specified foreign financial assets in which you have an interest is more than the appropriate reporting threshold. See Determining the Reporting Threshold That Applies to You, later. Filing Form 8938 does not relieve you of the requirement to file Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR), if you are otherwise required to file the FBAR. See Form TD F 90-22.1 and its instructions for FBAR filing requirements. See Comparison of Form 8938 and FBAR Requirements, available at www.irs.gov/Businesses/Comparison- of-Form-8938-and-FBAR- Requirements, for a chart comparing Form 8938 and FBAR filing requirements. When and How To File Attach Form 8938 to your annual return and file by the due date (including extensions) for that return. An annual return includes the following returns. Form 1040. Form 1120. Form 1065. Form 1041. Form 1120-S. Form 1040NR. A reference to an “annual return” or “income tax return” in the instructions includes a reference to any return listed here, whether it is an income tax return or an information 1 FUND NEWS November 2012 Investment Fund Regulatory and Tax developments in selected jurisdictions Issue 97 – Regulatory and Tax Developments in November 2012 Regulatory News European Union UCITS V Update On 9 November 2012 the European Parliament's ECON Committee published a draft report on the Commission’s proposal to amend the UCITS Directive (UCITS V) in the areas of custody, liability, remuneration and sanctions. The draft report contains a number of amendments, including: • Remuneration of management companies should be aligned with investor interests and therefore the remuneration rules should also apply to fees paid by the UCITS to the Management Company. Any variable remuneration paid by the UCITS to the Management Company should depend on the size of the fund or the value of the assets under management. • The scope of personnel subject to remuneration rules should be extended to cover all decision- making and influencing staff of the UCITS. Regulatory Content European Union UCITS V Update Page 1 ESMA Opinion on UCITS portfolio investments Page 2 Ireland Central Bank consultation on implementing the AIFMD Page 2 Proposed changes to the regulatory reporting obligations of Irish funds Page 3 Dear CEO letter on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Page 3 Luxembourg CSSF Press Release on UCITS portfolio investments Page 3 UK FSA commences consultation on implementing the AIFMD Page 4 International FSB consultation on Shadow Banking Page 5 Tax Content European Union Advisory services can constitute exempt VAT management – the GfBk opinion Page 6 Luxembourg Tax Treaty Update Page 7 Aberdeen E-Alerts Page 7 Fund News – November 2012 2 • The maximum amount of variable remuneration should not exceed 50% of total remuneration (in line with CRD revision). • The share of variable remuneration to be deferred should be 60%, up from 40% (in line with CRD revision). • The remuneration committee should include employee representatives. • ESMA, in collaboration with the national authorities should supervise the implementation of remuneration policies. • The possibility to ban members of management for breaches of obligations of the Directive. • Administrative sanctions of legal persons up to 20% of total annual turnover and unlimited sanctions for natural persons. • The possibility to impose sanctions of up to 10 times the amount of profits gained or losses avoided because of a breach, where this can be determined. • Common standards and channels for whistleblowers. The draft report is available via the following web link: On 16 November 2012 the Council of the European Union released the first Cypriot Presidency compromise text on the UCITS V proposal. The document contains new provisions: • Prohibiting the re-use of financial instruments held in custody by the depositary for its own account or by any third party to whom custody has been delegated. • Foreseeing that in addition to banks and investment firms, other legal entities subject to prudential supervision and minimum capital requirements can act as a UCITS depositary. • Extending the remuneration provisions to amounts paid directly by the UCITS itself, including carried interest. • Allowing Member States to provide for higher levels of sanctions than those set in the Directive. ESMA Opinion on UCITS portfolio investments On 20 November 2012 the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) issued an Opinion on Article 50(2)(a) of the UCITS Directive 2009/65/EC that deals