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3rd attempt to post. Though at DEA they are not so proud to highlight their shortcomings that they have no issue hiding from taxpayers. They removed my previous posts which simply expresses DEA's willingness to hide their incompetence and disabled comments on the appropriate post. If this firm put out the truth and numbers of how many things they had to redo on this Highway 20 Safety Upgrade between Corvallis and Albany OR taxpayers would have something to say about this firm’s laughable ranking. How about it DEA, put out an itemized list of everything that had to be done two or three times because it wasn’t done right in the first place and how much taxpayers money was wasted in the process. In my driveway alone they had to do multiple things more than once. No wonder ODOT never comes in on budget with incompetence like this! Taxpayers should not have to foot the bill for this! DEA was contracted for at least the Newberg-Dundee Bypass, the worst one, up 239% from original estimate. https://lnkd.in/epv6uESx

Big thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our latest community event, Building Resilience on Your Returner Journey. Especially to the fabulous Jean O'Neill. In the session Jean discussed, 👉How to overcome Returner struggles 👉How to alleviate lack of direction 👉How to boost our sense of preparedness when rejoining the workforce. Jean also introduced us to 5 Settings to FOCUS Attention F = Focus – Single priority task O = On a maximum of two meaningful alerts C = Certainty on expectations of the task U = Understand the benefits of the outcomes S = Set self-care disciplines

Did you know you can book my Accredited Level 3 Event Safeguarding & Awareness course via my website or right here in my dms? We're talking about a compact yet comprehensive course, all wrapped up in either a morning or an afternoon session. It's hands-on, with real-life scenarios through role-play and case studies, designed to prep you for just about anything. This course isn't just for the pros behind the scenes (though, event organisers, staff, and venue managers, I'm looking at you). It's for anyone and everyone involved with kids and vulnerable young people. Planning a community fair? Running a workshop? This is for you. Transform your events from good to great, and safe to safer. Book your spot right here, and let's work together for a safer tomorrow. https://lnkd.in/eBUnwnWg #EventSafeguarding #SafeguardingUK #SafegaurdingTraining #SafetyFirst

600 Easter Eggs 🥚 🥚 🥚 In 2021, our family was relocated from Victoria to Ottawa. Shortly after, I went on maternity leave with our second son. It was a HUGE adjustment going from having my active real estate business and being surrounded by friends and family, to feeling pretty darn isolated at home with two little ones in a new place. Eventually I made a friend down the street, and that first Spring I invited her family to join ours for an Easter Egg hunt in our backyard; collectively we had 5 kids. This past spring, just 3 short years later, we continued our annual Easter Egg Hunt, and I couldn't help but tear up as it hit me what an amazing community we have built around our family - this year we hosted 11 families with a combined 29 kids! (5 families brought deviled eggs 😋) As military spouses, this sense of community is our anchor, especially when we find ourselves in new locations or when our partners are on extended deployments. Employers can play a crucial role in fostering this sense of belonging by creating opportunities for military spouses to connect within the workplace. When employees feel connected, they are more engaged, productive, and loyal. Building networks and community spaces within your organization not only supports military spouses but also enhances overall workplace morale and collaboration. Let's create workplaces where everyone feels they belong. Reach out to learn how you can support military spouses and foster community within your organization. #MSEN #MilitarySpouses #Community #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #Belonging

During my time at @Life Without Barriers, I’ve learned that fostering can come in many forms. Providing care doesn’t have to be full-time; it can be providing a safe space for a young person for a couple of nights or one weekend each month. When it comes to fostering, no two children or families are the same; that’s why Life Without Barriers doesn’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. Think outside the box and learn more about the diverse ways you could make a difference here: https://lnkd.in/gMUF6SGc

This MLK Day, let's reflect on our own legacy. How will you be remembered for helping others and serving your community? #estateplanninglawyernewportbeach #specialneeds #specialneedsplanning

I’ve been wanting to visit We The Curious since moving to Bristol, and today I finally got the chance to! Having reopened after a fire tore through the building in 2022, I went over to find out exactly what visitors can expect - tune in to Love and Science on BCFM next Monday to hear what I got up to! #science #scienceradio #sciencecentre #wethecurious #bcfm #scienceeducation #sciencenews #bristol #bristolnews

Excellent conversation with Melanie Frazer, ACE and the Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce! Thanks for giving me a platform to share information about the Project SEARCH program. #networking #schooltoworkprogram

👏 In a recent podcast, we talked to Jared Wallace, Assistant Chief of Police at City of Waco, TX about the positive changes observed by patrol officers and detectives since participating in Faith & Blue events. Assistant Chief Wallace noted, "With our Faith & Blue event activities, we saw leadership across the city getting involved, making community engagement a more accepted practice at Waco PD. Officers began volunteering for these events on their own, not because they were assigned, but because they wanted to connect with the community." He added, "One of the most memorable moments was seeing patrol officers and detectives, who had never engaged before, sitting down at a barbecue hosted by a local church, sharing stories, and playing with the kids. It showed that breaking bread together can truly break down barriers." 🤝These insights underscore the power of community engagement in fostering positive cultural changes within the department. While these changes take time, the progress achieved is immensely rewarding. The bonds formed during these events have lasting impacts, reinforcing that connecting with faith communities enriches policing culture. For those aiming to enhance their community engagement strategies, the Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network (LECEN) offers invaluable resources. LECEN provides best practices, peer support, industry expertise, and current research for both sworn and non-sworn personnel in community engagement roles across the nation. Join us in transforming community engagement! Discover valuable resources at Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network (LECEN) to elevate your strategies. Visit https://lnkd.in/edzN4B4a to make a difference today. #lawenforcementculture #lecen #lawenforcementleadership #positiveculture

A great leader and great organization.