From sstull at hartgen.com Mon Oct 1 11:50:14 2007 From: sstull at hartgen.com (Scott Stull) Date: Mon, 1 Oct 2007 12:50:14 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - Job Announcement; Archaeology PI, southwest References: <018001c8044a$0fede8c0$0201a8c0@your27e1513d96> Message-ID: <1CB1D343BEB79642BC889CD93EFBC3260D3835@exchange.hartgen.local> PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR- SOUTHWEST A national consulting firm needs a Principal Investigator (Archaeologist) with extensive writing experience in our El Paso TX office to direct compliance projects for both federal and commercial clients. Successful candidate will direct and conduct work in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas. Prior archeological experience in the Southwest and a research interest in the dynamics of hunter/gatherer subsistence are preferred. Requirements Responsibilities will include the direction of archeological projects being conducted by the El Paso office. Linear right-of-way experience and prior experience with NEPA documentation is a plus. Demonstrated experience in directing the production of quality reports, managing multiple projects, and budgeting is essential. Individual must meet permitting requirements for work in multiple BLM districts. Previous experience with working with SHPOs of Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona is desired. Candidates must have an M.A. degree in Anthropology, 8 years of work experience and three-five years of experience as a Principal Investigator. Compensation package will be commensurate with experience. We are presently accepting applications only from US Citizens and permanent residents. To apply, send resume to Steve Silva, Recruiter, at steve.silva at tx.rr.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Demonstrated experience in directing the production of quality reports, managing multiple projects, managing personnel, and budgeting is essential. The primary responsibilities of this position will include contract, scope of work, and budget preparation, marketing new and existing clients, developing proposals and research designs for new project opportunities, and assisting the Hampton Cultural Resources office manager with project direction and financial management responsibilities. Requirements Candidate should possess excellent archeological research skills and a track record of successful management of projects. Prior regional experience on the East Coast or in the Southeast is a must. Candidates must minimally have an M.A. degree in Anthropology, or a closely related field, 5-7 years of work experience, and 3-5 years of experience as a Principal Investigator. Compensation package will be commensurate with experience. We are presently accepting applications only from US Citizens and permanent residents. To apply, please email resume to Steve Silva, Recruiter at steve.silva at tx.rr.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071001/5c5c8b32/attachment.html From sstull at hartgen.com Mon Oct 1 11:52:23 2007 From: sstull at hartgen.com (Scott Stull) Date: Mon, 1 Oct 2007 12:52:23 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - Job Announcement; Project Archaeologist- Southwest References: <018e01c8044a$82f75f40$0201a8c0@your27e1513d96> Message-ID: <1CB1D343BEB79642BC889CD93EFBC3260D3837@exchange.hartgen.local> Project Archaeologist- Southwest Position Summary Project Archaeologist needed in our El Paso office. This position will be expected to conduct primary research, supervise fieldwork and analysis on existing contracts, assist in procurement of new contracts and contribute significantly to report production and editing, as well as general administrative tasks as assigned. Requirements Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree in anthropology or archaeology and three years field/write-up experience in the southwest and/or far western region. Eligibility to hold permits in Arizona, New Mexico and/or Texas is also highly desirable. For individuals currently or previously permitted in Arizona, New Mexico, and/or Texas, a B.A. and additional experience could substitute for an M.A. Past experience at Fort Bliss, White Sands Missile Range, Nellis Air Force Base, or general experience in southern New Mexico and far west Texas is also highly desirable. EXPERIENCE: Experience with managing and reporting large-scale surveys is required. Experience working with archaeological investigations in arid-land environments and archaeology in arid conditions (desert environments) is preferred but not mandatory. Accredited Field School; 3-4 years CRM experience. SKILLS: Physical fitness sufficient to conduct survey in all weather and all environments, from very cold to very hot. GPS/total Proficiency and adaptability to technological tools including GPS and personal digital assistants (PDA's), and total data stations (TDS). A requirement for this position is the demonstrated ability to carry archaeological investigations out from beginning to end, including: ? Contributing to budget proposals and research designs ? Background research ? Project setup and logistical planning ? In-field identification and analysis of artifacts and cultural features ? Management recommendations of cultural properties ? Consultation with clients and federal agencies ? Report preparation and editing ? Training personnel in essential field and office tasks ? Ability to work with GIS applications (ArcView and ArcMap) is desirable Thorough understanding of Phase I and II archaeological field methods used widely in CRM today, including large surveys and NRHP evaluations. We are presently accepting applications only from US Citizens and permanent residents. To apply, send resume to Steve Silva, recruiter at steve.silva at tx.rr.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071001/6ee9a219/attachment.html From chad.moffett at meadhunt.com Mon Oct 1 14:03:24 2007 From: chad.moffett at meadhunt.com (Chad Moffett) Date: Mon, 1 Oct 2007 14:03:24 -0500 Subject: ACRA-L - CALL FOR PAPERS - DESIGNING THE PARKS Message-ID: <40BD71274454C84E850C4CBB2B2308F703E8833A@mhx2.corp.meadhunt.com> CALL FOR PAPERS - DESIGNING THE PARKS A conference in two parts examining the design of buildings and landscapes in regional, state, and national parks. Sponsored by the University of Virginia, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, and the National Park Service. Designing the Parks, Part 1: The History of Park Planning and Design, Charlottesville, Virginia (May 20-22, 2008) & Designing the Parks, Part 2: The Present and Future of Park Planning and Design, San Francisco, California (Fall 2008). This conference will meet for three days in Charlottesville, Virginia (May 20-22, 2008). A three-day work session in San Francisco will follow in the fall of 2008. In Charlottesville the meeting will be hosted by the University of Virginia and the papers presented will address the history of the planning and design of regional, state, and national parks. The San Francisco meeting, which will be held at the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, will explore current issues and future trends in park planning and design, building on the research presented the Charlottesville meeting. Interested scholars, scientists, park professionals, and design practitioners are invited to submit paper abstracts of no more than 300 words for the Charlottesville meeting of Designing the Parks by January 7, 2008. At both meetings, participants will include architects and landscape architects, historians, scientists, national and state park managers, partnership organizations, and others involved in park research, design, and management. Many types of landscape reservations will be the subjects of papers and presentations at both meetings of Designing the Parks, including but not limited to scenic and wilderness reservations, historical and archeological parks, ethnographic and memorial sites, national heritage areas, and protected landscapes of all types. The Charlottesville and San Francisco meetings of Designing the Parks will be linked in terms of content, themes, participants, and mutual relevance. The purpose of the Charlottesville session is to assess lessons learned through an examination of park planning and design history. The research presented will provide a foundation for presentations and workshops addressing the unique challenges facing current park design and management, which will be the subjects of the San Francisco meeting of the conference. Both meetings of Designing the Parks will also stand independently for those attending one or the other of the meetings. CALL FOR PAPERS for DESIGNING THE PARKS, Part I: The History of Park Planning and Design, The University of Virginia, Charlottesville (May 20-22, 2008). The papers presented at the Charlottesville meeting of Designing the Parks will feature new research into the history of the planning and design of regional, state, and national parks. Many aspects of park design will be considered, including buildings, designed landscapes, park roads, interpretive design, or any other aspect of how parks have preserved and presented nature and history to the public. The emphasis of the papers will be on the inherent meaning, ideology, and intent of large public parks as works of design, with a particular focus on design expression in state and national parks. Papers will also address the social, economic, and political contexts within which each park was designed and constructed, and will attempt to assess the relevance of historic park management strategies to the issues facing park managers today. Abstracts should be submitted by January 7, 2008. Please include short r?sum?s, titles, affiliations, and full contact information for all presenters. Participants are invited to submit abstracts for any of the thematic sessions suggested below, or to propose their own thematic session. The titles and descriptions of these sessions will be altered or developed as needed, and open sessions will also be organized for papers not easily grouped thematically. POSSIBLE THEMATIC SESSIONS: * Municipal Landscape Parks * Yosemite, Yellowstone, and Early Park Preservation * Scenic and Historic Preservation * The Evolution of Park Ideals * Rustic Park Design * Automotive Tourism * The CCC and the State Parks * Modernism in the Parks * Historical and Urban Park Design * Nature and Culture in Park Design * The Battles over Battlefields * Colonial Revival and Park Design * Presidential Sites * The Archeological Park * New Stories Told Send abstracts as attachments to: designingtheparks at virginia.edu or mail to: DESIGNING THE PARKS University of Virginia, Campbell Hall P.O. Box 400122 Charlottesville VA 22904-4122 For more information contact Ethan Carr (ec2h at virginia.edu) or Shaun Eyring, NPS-Northeast Regional Office (shaun_eyring at nps.gov), or Stephanie Toothman, NPS-Pacific West Regional Office (stephanie_toothman at nps.gov). ____________ Chad Moffett Chair, American Society of Landscape Architects, Historic Preservation Professional Practice Network & Secretary, American Cultural Resources Association Mead & Hunt, Inc. 7900 West 78th Street Suite 370 Minneapolis, MN 55439 Phone (952) 941-5619 Fax (952) 941-5622 Cell/Direct (952) 221-5758 www.meadhunt.com preservation at meadhunt.com Confidentiality statement: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is intended only for the use of the recipient(s) and may contain privileged and confidential information, including information that is protected under the HIPAA privacy rules. Any unauthorized review, disclosure, copying, distribution or use is prohibited. 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The successful candidate will have a graduate degree in anthropology or archaeology (or equivalent experience), previous management and field experience, technical writing ability, a familiarity with current archaeological methods, , and would be able to work both independently and as part of a research team.. Additionally, familiarity with Federal and State cultural resource laws and compliance requirements, current issues in cultural resource management and the archaeology of the American Southwest, Global positioning and geographic information systems, and artifact identification and analysis would be beneficial, but is not required. This is a full-time permanent position with competitive compensation commensurate with experience and includes vacation, medical, and retirement benefits. Architectural Historian: EcoPlan is seeking an Architectural Historian. The successful candidate would, at a minimum, meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Architectural History, and would have a graduate degree in architectural history, historic preservation, or a related field, previous management and field experience, technical writing ability, and would be able to work both independently and as part of a research team. Additionally, familiarity with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and Section 4(f) of the US Department of Transportation Act would be beneficial, but is not required. This is a full-time permanent position with competitive compensation commensurate with experience and includes vacation, medical, and retirement benefits. Historian/Research Assistant: EcoPlan is seeking a Historian/Research Assistant. The research assistant would work closely with one of our Architectural Historians by conducting library and archival searches throughout Arizona and over the internet. The successful candidate would, at a minimum have a bachelor's degree in history, public history, architectural history, library sciences, or a closely related field, previous research experience, technical writing ability, and would be able to work both independently and as part of a research team. Additionally, familiarity with cultural resource management or historic preservation would be beneficial, but is not required. This is a full-time permanent position with competitive compensation commensurate with experience and includes vacation, medical, and retirement benefits Archaeological Field Technicians: EcoPlan is seeking multiple temporary archaeological field technicians to participate in an archaeological excavation at a large prehistoric village site in Central Arizona. The project will last approximately 12 weeks, and will include transportation to and from the Phoenix Metropolitan Area, local lodging, and $34 per diem compensation. Wages for field technicians generally range from $12 to $15 per hour, commensurate with experience. EcoPlan may wish to employ field technicians on additional survey or excavation projects throughout Arizona. The successful applicant will have previous archaeological excavation experience and a familiarity with current archaeological methods. Preference will be given to applicants with a Bachelor's degree in anthropology or archaeology who are currently based in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. Qualified Native Americans affiliated with the Akimel O'odham, Yavapai, Apache, Hopi or other southwest nations are encouraged to apply. If interested in any of these positions, please send resume, cover letter, and list of references by mail, fax, or e-mail to: Cultural Resources Group EcoPlan Associates, Inc. 701 West Southern Avenue, Suite 203 Mesa, Arizona, 85210 Email: CulturalJobs at EcoPlanAZ.com FAX: 480 733 6661 All applicants for Project Director, Architectural Historian, and Historian/Research Assistant must be available for in-person interviews, must be able to provide their own transportation, possess a valid driver's license, and live (or be willing to relocate) within driving distance of our Mesa, Arizona office. No telephone calls, please. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Nixon) Date: Wed, 3 Oct 2007 09:17:08 -0700 (PDT) Subject: ACRA-L - "Acknowledging slavery's role in history" -- LA Times (Oct. 3, 2007) Message-ID: <666968.64231.qm@web51403.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Acknowledging slavery's role in history Jacquelyn Martin / AP NEW ADDITION: Visitors look around the newly reconstructed slave cabin at Mount Vernon, George Washington?s estate ? the most visited of the former U.S. presidential homes. Presidential museums gradually shed light on the lives of the workers owned by founding fathers. By Tina Marie Macias, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer September 30, 2007 http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-slavecabin30sep30,0,7262199.story?coll=la-home-center MOUNT VERNON, VA. -- The homes of the nation's first presidents receive as much care and attention as any historic sites in the nation. Special societies raise money to preserve and protect them. Researchers dote on the finest points of their architecture and family heritage. But until recent years, there was little focus on a painful reality in the history of several of the founding fathers: George Washington, who led the Colonial forces seeking freedom from the British; Thomas Jefferson, whose Declaration of Independence proclaimed the right to "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness"; and James Madison, who wrote the Constitution "in order to . . . secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity," all owned slaves. Dwelling click to enlarge Evidence click to enlarge "How do you deal with the fact that Jefferson's a national hero, Madison and Washington were heroes, and they all had slaves?" asked James Oliver Horton, a history professor at George Washington University who focuses on slavery. "Most people try to ignore it." That is changing. The most famous -- and most visited -- presidential home, Washington's Mount Vernon, has just added a piece of history that has long been known but, until now, was not really visible -- a reconstructed slave cabin, similar to those that housed the slaves who worked the fields of its outlying farms. The tiny cabin -- with its crudely cut log exterior, rough pallet on the floor and bare loft -- stands in stark contrast to Washington's 11,400-square-foot mansion five miles away, with its opulent furnishings, white-pillared veranda and vistas of the Potomac River. Construction of the 16-by-14-foot dwelling was based in part on a 1908 photo of a dilapidated slave cabin, one of many that once dotted the 8,000-acre estate. In a letter written in 1798, a Polish visitor to Mount Vernon described "the huts of the Blacks, for one cannot call them by the name of houses," as "wretched" and "more miserable than the most miserable of the cottages of our peasants." But that jolt of despair, said Sheila Coates, president of Black Women United for Action, is what Mount Vernon needed. Before the dedication of the cabin Sept. 19, the only depiction of slave life at Mount Vernon was a dormitory-style brick structure reconstructed on the farm nearest the mansion. The original residence -- part of the estate's greenhouse, which burned down in the mid-1800s -- housed 97 house servants and craftsmen, the "elite" of the estate's 316 slaves. "There are people who saw those slave quarters and would think, 'Well, the slave didn't have it so bad,' " said Coates, whose group had pushed for years for a realistic representation of how the field slaves lived. The cabin interprets the lives of actual slaves on one of Mount Vernon's farms: a married couple, Slammin' Joe and Silla, and their six children. Inside are their rations, salted fish and two sacks of cornmeal; outside are a small vegetable garden and a chicken coop that they used to supplement their diet. "In order to fully understand what their lives were like, visitors must see how they lived," said Dennis J. Pogue, Mount Vernon's director of preservation. Acknowledging slave ownership "is much more common than it was 20 years ago," he said. "It's still a topic that people would like us to deal with more." Other presidential homes in Virginia are taking similar steps. At Monticello, Jefferson's home near Charlottesville, communications director Wayne Mogielnicki said construction would soon begin on the slave cabins and workshops along Mulberry Row, an area near the main house where root cellars, thousands of artifacts and cabin foundations were excavated 30 years ago. Tour guides discuss Jefferson's slave ownership, along with the belief that he fathered one or more children born to Sally Hemings, a house slave. So far, though, the only depiction of slave life at Monticello is the restored cook's quarters, a comfortably furnished 10-by-14-foot room next to the home's expansive kitchen. Ash Lawn-Highland, James Monroe's estate near Monticello, rebuilt quarters for a house slave in 1985. The executive director, Carolyn Holmes, said the long-term plan was to reconstruct the homes of the field slaves, "when we have documentation present." And there are promises of reconstructed slave quarters within the next decade at Montpelier, James Madison's home near Orange, Va., where a freedman's cabin dating from the 1800s has been restored. "As far as we know, it's the only freedman's home in Virginia," said Christian Cotz, the estate's student education coordinator. But where presidents' homes have, until now, lacked concrete depictions of the difficult lives of the slaves who worked there, other historical sites in Virginia have shown slaves' contributions to Colonial America and the conditions in which they lived. "It may not be the world through rose-colored glasses, but it is an essential element for the history of this nation, and you cannot ignore it," said Jim Bradley, a spokesman for the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. At Carter's Grove, a plantation along the James River eight miles from Williamsburg, four slave cabins were reconstructed in the late 1980s, after archaeological excavations a decade earlier revealed remnants of slaves' home lives. The historic area in Williamsburg itself offers reenactments of slaves' daily lives in a thriving Colonial town. "At the time of the American Revolution, slightly over half of the population of Williamsburg was of African descent," Bradley said. Without slave labor, "a tremendous amount of accomplishments would have been impossible." Although presidential homes have acknowledged on their tours that the founding fathers did own slaves, said Horton, the historian at George Washington University, they are years behind Williamsburg in bringing the difficulties of slaves' daily existence to life. "Freedom-loving" Americans just can't deal with slavery, he said. "All these national heroes were doing things that we thought were evil," Horton said. "Even in their society, people knew they were hypocritical." tina.macias at latimes.com ....................................... Michael V. Nixon, J.D. 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The PM position requires knowledge of all aspects of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resources assignment, services marketing, schedule and costs negotiation, client networking, as well as team building and staff management. The PM must work closely with the PI to engineer projects to a successful conclusion. Qualifications: Both positions require at least a M.A. in anthropology/archaeology or closely related fields. Successful candidates will have a thorough understanding of NHPA, NEPA, NAGPRA, and State environmental protection laws. Both positions require a proven record of managing and developing archaeological staff, as well as have experience supervising all aspects of project processes including proposal writing and preparation, fieldwork, lab work, and report writing. Candidates with experience integrating geophysics or geology and archaeological methods will be given special consideration. Contact: Send resume, and cover letter to: Attn: Laura Schaus Tremaine & Associates, Inc. 859 Stillwater Road, Suite 1 West Sacramento, CA 95605 lschaus at tremaine.us P (916)376-0656 x109 F (916)376-0676 C (707)333-9220 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071003/6953a98f/attachment.html From Kathleen.Schamel2 at va.gov Thu Oct 4 06:14:41 2007 From: Kathleen.Schamel2 at va.gov (Schamel, Kathleen (CFM)) Date: Thu, 4 Oct 2007 07:14:41 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - VA Central Office DC announcement Message-ID: Please post and share widely. <> Kathleen Schamel Federal Preservation Officer Office of Construction & Facilities Management (00CFM2) Department of Veterans Affairs 202-565-6740 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Through this engagement with African diasporas, the ADAN seeks to connect an intellectual community that considers the historical processes of racialization, gender, power, and culture operating within and upon African descendant communities. Please contact me if you have essays, articles, analysis papers, book reviews, project reports, announcements, or news updates that you'd like to contribute to the African Diaspora Archaeology Newsletter, available at: http://www.diaspora.uiuc.edu/newsletter.html This Newsletter is published quarterly, in March, June, September, and December. Our readership has increased to over 5,000 per Newsletter issue. John McCarthy is coordinating book reviews to be written for the Newsletter, and he has received review copies of a number of books from presses that he can supply to individuals who agree to write a review of such recent publications. If you, or someone you know, would be interested in book review assignments for the ADAN, please drop John a note, at strongjohn10856 at gmail.com. A reviewer receives a free copy of the book. Many thanks! Chris ****************************** Christopher C. Fennell Assistant Professor Department of Anthropology 109 Davenport Hall, MC-148, 607 S. Mathews Ave. University of Illinois, Urbana, IL 61801 cfennell at uiuc.edu phone: (217) 244-7309 From sstull at hartgen.com Thu Oct 4 11:40:17 2007 From: sstull at hartgen.com (Scott Stull) Date: Thu, 4 Oct 2007 12:40:17 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - Job posting, Edwards AFB, CA, lead archaeologist References: <68FCB7A55BED7545B547681036C58D3401924C5D@VFOHMLAO11.Enterprise.afmc.ds.af.mil> Message-ID: <1CB1D343BEB79642BC889CD93EFBC3260D384D@exchange.hartgen.local> Subject: Edwards AFB CRM position announced Edwards AFB, California, lead archeologist/lead CRM position is now open to all, running 3 Oct - 2 Nov 07, on USAJobs. We are trying to get wide circulation to notify professional archeologists of this outstanding career opportunity. Erwin Roemer, Air Force Materiel Command, 937-656-1281 US Eastern Time Zone http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/ Vacancy Ann.#: EAFB 08-001 VIN 156209 Who May Apply: Public Pay Plan: YA-0193-02 Appointment Term: Permanent Job Status: Full-Time Opening Date: 10/3/2007 Salary: >From 48,153.00 to 107,954.00 USD per year -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071004/4d00885c/attachment-0001.html From Kathleen.Schamel2 at va.gov Fri Oct 5 09:40:24 2007 From: Kathleen.Schamel2 at va.gov (Schamel, Kathleen (CFM)) Date: Fri, 5 Oct 2007 10:40:24 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - VA CFM 07 110 Message-ID: Questions have arisen regarding eligibility for this position. According to VA's HR office: Ms. Schamel, The vacancy announcement is opened to VA wide and Status Eligible's applicants. This means anyone that work in the VA or any other government agency with career status. This also includes Veterans and former government employees with reinstatement rights. No, this announcement wouldn't apply to contractors unless they are a Veteran with an Honorable Discharge, a 30% or more Veteran or has some previous government experience. Sorry for any confusion. Kathleen Schamel Federal Preservation Officer Office of Construction & Facilities Management (00CFM2) Department of Veterans Affairs 202-565-6740 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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This is a full-time, externally funded position with benefits. The goals of the Archaeology Program are (1) to conduct compliance-based archaeological inventories; (2) document cultural resources within a variety of compliance and research-based activities; (3) assess the condition of archaeological sites; (4) develop historic and prehistoric contexts for compliance reports, websites, and other professional venues; and (5) update and maintain the cultural resource data-management archives and computer-based systems associated with the archaeological resources. Field work is performed in a wide variety of settings, from the lowland basins of the Mojave Desert to high elevation plateaus overlooking the Grand Canyon. The position involves a mix of simple compliance-based survey and site inventory, to more detailed site documentation and condition assessment projects, including applied management-oriented research; the successful candidate must be able to show interest and competence in each aspect of the position. This position is a good fit for candidates interested in the archaeology of the Desert West, site condition assessments at landscape scales, and translating scientific information into management prescriptions. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will conduct Class I literature and archival reviews; perform field work for Class III inventories; document a wide variety of historic and prehistoric archaeological sites; conduct and evaluate site condition assessments; perform subsurface tests (e.g., shovel probes, test unit, trenches); conduct data recovery; monitor sites and park development activities; perform site and spatial data entry using GPS and GIS technologies; maintain a variety of hard-copy and electronic records and databases; train and coordinate new employees and interns; and assist in writing reports, funding proposals, and research articles. Day-to-day work may require significant physical exertion, is commonly performed in an outdoor environment, and sometimes conducted in remote areas. The position will require extensive local travel and a flexible work schedule. Overnight travel and camping under primitive conditions is required. In addition to the duties outlined above, the research assistant will be expected to prepare papers for presentation at professional meetings and publication, either separately or in conjunction with the research team. Minimum Required Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited college or university in anthropology, archaeology, or closely related field, and course work in archaeological field techniques and basic laboratory analysis; a minimum of one year professional experience in related fieldwork; and an ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain in a hot, desert climate. Must have U.S. citizenship, ability to obtain a Nevada driver's license, and pass federal security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Coursework or documented experience in specialized field techniques or materials analysis, particularly as they pertain to the history and/or prehistory of the Desert West; a proven ability to author compliance-based reports and peer-reviewed articles; a demonstrated knowledge of GIS technologies; and a specialization in ceramics, lithics, geomorphology, statistics or other relevant material/artifact analyses. Desired Characteristics: Ability to work as a team member; excellent writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships among diverse groups of people; ability to analyze situations and data trends and apply to job responsibilities; ability to author compliance-based reports; interest in scholarly activity and publication; familiarity with land management agencies; familiarity with cultural resource management programs and deliverables; an affinity for the outdoors. Review of applications will commence on October 15, 2007, and will continue until the position is closed. Position contingent upon funding. Salary Competitive; contingent upon labor market Applications: Application materials must include (1) detailed cover letter; (2) current and complete curriculum vita; and (3) the name, address, telephone, and e-mail address of 3 professional references. In the cover letter, which should be no more than two single-spaced pages, applicants should summarize qualifications and experience as they relate to this position, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and work experience. Materials must be submitted via on-line application only athttps://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV's on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Martens at (702) 895-3886 or email hrsearch at unlv.edu . For more information, see the UNLV website (http://www.unlv.edu) or the Public Lands Institute website (http://publiclands/unlv.edu ). UNLV is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071005/4783616e/attachment.html From Douglas.Mackey at oprhp.state.ny.us Fri Oct 5 13:27:53 2007 From: Douglas.Mackey at oprhp.state.ny.us (Douglas.Mackey at oprhp.state.ny.us) Date: Fri, 5 Oct 2007 14:27:53 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - NY SHPO position opening - Archaeology Message-ID: <15BEF4DDE1659A4C977F69535CB3E7990198400D@pebmail1.oprhp.state.ny.us> <> The NY SHPO office has an opening for an archaeologist. For the first time the position title will be "Scientist" rather than "Historic Preservation Program Analyst" but the work will be the same. See the attached note for full details. Deadline for applications is October 19. Doug Douglas Mackey New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Peebles Island PO Box 189 Waterford, NY? 12188 (518) 237-8643 x 3291 ? Douglas.Mackey at oprhp.state.ny.us -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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We're thinking about doing something similar with our traditional cultural properties (TCP) class and other cultural resource offerings; SWCA has already begun providing on-line training in NEPA and related environmental procedures and issues. Space is still available in our two upcoming more traditional (face-to-face) 106 classes -- an agreements class in Sacramento, CA on October 23-25 (_http://www.swca.com/training/descriptions/reachandwrite.html_ (http://www.swca.com/training/descriptions/reachandwrite.html) ) and an introductory class in Mission Viejo, CA on November 6-8 (_http://www.swca.com/training/descriptions/reachandwrite.html_ (http://www.swca.com/training/descriptions/reachandwrite.html) ). Because of a large new commitment for on-site contract training, we'll be reducing the number of our open-enrollment Section 106-related classes in 2008, so if you're thinking of 106 training, now's the time to get it. 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How have other folks dealt with these types of sites? ___________________________________________ Kelly Turner District Archaeologist Spring Mountain National Recreation Area 4701 North Torrey Pines Drive Las Vegas, NV 89130 Phone Number : 702-515-5424 From nwmexico at yahoo.com Wed Oct 10 12:21:07 2007 From: nwmexico at yahoo.com (nw mexico) Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 10:21:07 -0700 (PDT) Subject: ACRA-L - new concentration in CRM at USF Message-ID: <974864.47600.qm@web38701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Dear Colleagues, I am writing to let you know that the Department of Anthropology at the University of South Florida has a new concentration in Cultural Resource Management, as part of our MA and PhD programs in Applied Anthropology. The new CRM concentration allows students the option of creating a more concentrated plan of study around contemporary issues in CRM, within the larger degree in Applied Anthropology. This concentration meets the need to train students in the principles and practices of CRM for employment in the public and private sectors as well as to equip students to teach in the field. The concentration builds on the existing strength of the public archaeology track, while adding a more focused program of study for students who plan on entering the field of archaeological resource management or applied archaeology as an academic field. To fulfill the 9-credit concentration, students enrolled in the MA or PhD program will take two courses (Public Archaeology, Current Issues and Techniques in Cultural Resources Management), and one elective from the following list: Heritage Tourism, Historical Archaeology, Museum Methods, GIS in Anthropology, and others. We are especially interested in receiving applications to our graduate program from individuals in the CRM industry. For more details, visit our website: http://anthropology.usf.edu/graduate/. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. With kind regards, Christian Wells E. Christian Wells, Ph.D. Assistant Professor & Graduate Director Department of Anthropology University of South Florida 4202 E. Fowler Ave., SOC 107 Tampa, FL 33620-8100 USA (t) 813.974.2337, (f) 813.974.2668 cwells at cas.usf.edu http://uweb.cas.usf.edu/~cwells/ Applying Anthropology. Making a Difference. Established in 1967, the USF Anthropology Department was the first in the nation to establish M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Applied Anthropology. With 23 full-time faculty members, 18 affiliated faculty, and over 150 graduate students, it has since risen to national prominence as a premiere educational program offering advanced degrees in this rapidly expanding field and attracting students from around the world. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Shape Yahoo! in your own image. Join our Network Research Panel today! http://surveylink.yahoo.com/gmrs/yahoo_panel_invite.asp?a=7 From Sue_Renaud at nps.gov Wed Oct 10 13:21:42 2007 From: Sue_Renaud at nps.gov (Sue_Renaud at nps.gov) Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 14:21:42 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - Law and the Historic Preservation Commission Message-ID: Fellow Preservation Colleagues, The National Park Service is pleased to announce the web publication of Law and the Historic Preservation Commission: What Every Member Needs to Know -- please go to www.nps.gov/history/hps/pad/partnership/index.htm and click on the title at the "New" flag. This publication provides a "plain English" introduction to the basic legal concepts and issues that preservation commissioners may encounter. Many thanks to the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions for recommending the two authors who wrote this important publication. This is the latest title in the National Park Service's Cultural Resources Partnership Notes series, occasional short essays on historic preservation planning, related planning and land use topics, and preservation strategies for federal agencies, tribes, states, and local governments. You will note there are four other issues in this series available on-line. These four are also available for free in hard copy. If you would like to receive hard copies of any title, except Law, please send your name, address, and the title(s) you would like to the e-mail address below. Apologies if you receive this message more than once! Susan L. Renaud, Series Editor Cultural Resources Partnership Notes Heritage Preservation Services National Park Service Washington, D.C. sue_renaud at nps.gov From atonetti at ascgroup.net Wed Oct 10 14:35:55 2007 From: atonetti at ascgroup.net (Al Tonetti) Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 15:35:55 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - Archaeology field supervisor and field technicians needed Message-ID: ASC Group, Inc., is a cultural and natural resources consulting firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with offices in Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky. We are still seeking archaeology field personnel for temporary employment in the Midwest beginning in October. Fieldwork is scheduled to last through mid February. We have an opening for a Field Supervisor and several openings for Field Technicians. Per diem (no receipts required) will range from $26-30 per day depending on the location of the project and ASC Group will provide single occupancy room lodging while in the field, including weekends. Continued employment with ASC Group after mid February is possible. Field Supervisor: Duties: Under the supervision of an Archaeological Principal Investigator and/or Field Director, responsibilities include implementing research designs and supervising field crews on all phases of archaeological fieldwork; maintaining daily and weekly field documentation (mapping, forms, etc.); coordinating activities with other team members; laboratory work and office work as necessary; report and database preparation. Qualifications: Must have a minimum of a BA or BS in anthropology, archaeology, or related field (MA or MS preferred); minimum 2 years experience supervising archaeological field crews on cultural resource management projects; experience in Phase I survey, Phase II evaluation, and Phase III data recovery methods; experience in Midwest and/or Great Lakes region archaeology; experience preparing cultural resource management reports; strong communication skills (oral and written); excellent organizational capabilities; ability to complete work quickly and accurately; computer literate; valid US driver?s license. Ability to use GPS and total station is preferable. Pay commensurate with experience. This position is full-time with benefits. Field Technicians: Duties: Under the supervision of the Field Supervisor and/or Field Director, responsibilities may include conducting Phase I surface survey and shovel testing, Phase II excavations, and completion of standard field notes. Qualifications: Minimum of an Associates degree in Archaeology; field school or archaeological fieldwork experience (previous work on Cultural Resource Management projects preferred); good organizational skills; and ability to maintain neat and accurate field notes. Computer literacy and experience with GPS and total station is a plus. The pay range for field technicians is $11.00 - $13.50 per hour depending on experience. For consideration, send your resume, including references with telephone contact information, to Joy Wade, Human Resources Manager, ASC Group, Inc., 4620 Indianola Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43214; phone 614-268-2514 ext 20, fax 614-268-7881; email: jwade at ascgroup.net. EOE From beckerman at paonline.com Wed Oct 10 19:31:35 2007 From: beckerman at paonline.com (Ira Beckerman) Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 20:31:35 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - PennDOT Architectural Historian Vacancy In-Reply-To: Message-ID: POSITION OPEN TRANSPORTATION CULTURAL RESOURCE PROFESSIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION SPECIALIST ? Architectural History Northeast Service Region PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is hiring an architectural historian to complete a cultural resource team for the Northeast Service Region, to be based in District 5-0 offices in Allentown. Individuals in a regional position will have unparalleled opportunities and responsibilities to shape the direction and performance of cultural resource investigations conducted on the Department?s multi-billion dollar annual design and construction program. The eleven PennDOT Engineering Districts have been grouped into seven service regions. Each region will have a team comprised of an archaeologist and an architectural historian. The team will guide the Section 106 process starting early in project design, working holistically on all cultural resource issues related to a project, and participate interactively with a design team of project engineers, designers, and environmental specialists. Northeast Region consists of Districts 5-0 (Allentown) and 4-0 (Dunmore). Each regional position is located in a PennDOT District Office, under the guidance of the District Environmental Manager. Minimum experience and training required for this job is: two or more years of experience working on an architectural survey, an architectural restoration and preservation project or program, and a bachelor?s degree in architectural history, American history, art history or course work in Pennsylvania history; or, any equivalent combination of experience and training. Pennsylvania residency requirement is waived. Preference will be given to applicants who meet the professional qualification standards in architectural history, defined under the Secretary of Interior Standards and to candidates who have knowledge and understanding of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Salary range is $39,824 ? $60,519. There is an excellent benefits package, including paid life and medical insurance, dental and vision care programs, annual and sick leaves, and a retirement plan. This is a Non-Civil Service position. Interested applicants should submit a typed resume, Personal Data Sheet (available at www.hrm.state.pa.us/pds ), and Checklist to Dr. Ira Beckerman at: PennDOT Bureau of Design P.O. Box 3790 Harrisburg, PA 17105-3790 or by e-mail at ibeckerman at state.pa.us. Other application materials, including the Checklist can be found at PennDOT?s Cultural Resource web page, which can be reached through www.penndotcrm.org. The closing date for applications to be received or postmarked is November 20, 2007. THE COMMONWEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER October 10, 2007 From jmdonahoe at heritageconservation.net Wed Oct 10 19:49:35 2007 From: jmdonahoe at heritageconservation.net (Jamie Donahoe - Heritage Conservation Network) Date: Thu, 11 Oct 2007 08:49:35 +0800 Subject: ACRA-L - HCN Announces Preservation Travel and Training Opportunities for 2008 Message-ID: <470D731F.70900@heritageconservation.net> Heritage Conservation Network is pleased to announce its 2008 schedule of hands-on building conservation workshops. These workshops provide essential practical experience with different materials and heritage preservation issues; participants learn while they contribute to preservation and restoration work at the workshop site. Each workshop is led by a technical expert who teaches and guides participants as they work. HCN?s workshops feature a combination of professionals, students, and local and international volunteers working together to build a future for the past. In many cases, workshop leaders are internationally known experts in their field, providing an unparalleled opportunity for learning. The 2008 series is as follows: ? April 20 ? May 3: Clues to the Cloister: Scientific Investigation and Documentation, Monastery of San Giovanni Battista, Serravalle, TV, Italy ? May 25-31: Prairie Preservation at the Hutmacher Farmstead, Killdeer, North Dakota, USA ? July 7-11, 2008: Preserving Log Structures: Advanced Techniques, Virginia City, Montana, USA ? September 2-12, 2008: City Center Recover & Conservation Efforts, Kumayri Historic District, Gyumri, Armenia ? September 14-27, 2008: Restoring the Heart of a Vineyard ? 16th Century Mlinars Cottage, ?martno ob Paki, Slovenia ? September 28-October 11, 2008: Kull? Conservation: Masonry Conservation at an Ottoman-Era Stone Residence, Gjirokastra, Albania. A workshop in Illinois is also planned for the summer; details will be available soon. Workshop fees range from $425 to $2200 per person per week, depending on location and topic. All workshops are open to anyone interested in acquiring preservation skills and experience or in contributing their time and effort to the project. Complete workshop details - including project leaders? bios and workshop descriptions, dates, fees, and travel tips - are available from available on HCN?s website, www.heritageconservation.net. Heritage Conservation Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of architectural heritage around the world. HCN produces an annual series of hands-on building conservation workshops in association with local preservation partners in order to further the sites? preservation and provide an educational experience for participants. -- Ms. Jamie Donahoe Heritage Conservation Network International Hands-on Workshops for Architectural and Site Conservation 1557 North Street * Boulder, Colorado 80304 * USA +1 303 444 0128 www.heritageconservation.net ***************************** Make 2008 the Year You Help Build a Future for the Past! From WardHe at pbworld.com Thu Oct 11 12:02:00 2007 From: WardHe at pbworld.com (Ward, Henry) Date: Thu, 11 Oct 2007 13:02:00 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - acra-l Digest, Vol 47, Issue 12 Message-ID: <6F6105EE9A7D7C4B8B44E48852C4FA8505FCAC3A@nycmrmt.corp.pbwan.net> -------------------------- Sent from Henry Ward (Blackberry Remote) ----- Original Message ----- From: acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net To: acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Sent: Thu Oct 11 13:00:02 2007 Subject: acra-l Digest, Vol 47, Issue 12 Send acra-l mailing list submissions to acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://lists.nonprofit.net/mailman/listinfo/acra-l or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to acra-l-request at lists.nonprofit.net You can reach the person managing the list at acra-l-owner at lists.nonprofit.net When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of acra-l digest..." Today's Topics: 1. new concentration in CRM at USF (nw mexico) 2. Law and the Historic Preservation Commission (Sue_Renaud at nps.gov) 3. Archaeology field supervisor and field technicians needed (Al Tonetti) 4. PennDOT Architectural Historian Vacancy (Ira Beckerman) 5. HCN Announces Preservation Travel and Training Opportunities for 2008 (Jamie Donahoe - Heritage Conservation Network) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 10:21:07 -0700 (PDT) From: nw mexico Subject: ACRA-L - new concentration in CRM at USF To: acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Message-ID: <974864.47600.qm at web38701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Dear Colleagues, I am writing to let you know that the Department of Anthropology at the University of South Florida has a new concentration in Cultural Resource Management, as part of our MA and PhD programs in Applied Anthropology. The new CRM concentration allows students the option of creating a more concentrated plan of study around contemporary issues in CRM, within the larger degree in Applied Anthropology. This concentration meets the need to train students in the principles and practices of CRM for employment in the public and private sectors as well as to equip students to teach in the field. The concentration builds on the existing strength of the public archaeology track, while adding a more focused program of study for students who plan on entering the field of archaeological resource management or applied archaeology as an academic field. To fulfill the 9-credit concentration, students enrolled in the MA or PhD program will take two courses (Public Archaeology, Current Issues and Techniques in Cultural Resources Management), and one elective from the following list: Heritage Tourism, Historical Archaeology, Museum Methods, GIS in Anthropology, and others. We are especially interested in receiving applications to our graduate program from individuals in the CRM industry. For more details, visit our website: http://anthropology.usf.edu/graduate/. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. With kind regards, Christian Wells E. Christian Wells, Ph.D. Assistant Professor & Graduate Director Department of Anthropology University of South Florida 4202 E. Fowler Ave., SOC 107 Tampa, FL 33620-8100 USA (t) 813.974.2337, (f) 813.974.2668 cwells at cas.usf.edu http://uweb.cas.usf.edu/~cwells/ Applying Anthropology. Making a Difference. Established in 1967, the USF Anthropology Department was the first in the nation to establish M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Applied Anthropology. With 23 full-time faculty members, 18 affiliated faculty, and over 150 graduate students, it has since risen to national prominence as a premiere educational program offering advanced degrees in this rapidly expanding field and attracting students from around the world. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Shape Yahoo! in your own image. Join our Network Research Panel today! http://surveylink.yahoo.com/gmrs/yahoo_panel_invite.asp?a=7 ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 14:21:42 -0400 From: Sue_Renaud at nps.gov Subject: ACRA-L - Law and the Historic Preservation Commission To: napc-l at listserv.uga.edu, forum-l at lists.nationaltrust.org, acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net, histarch at asu.edu Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Fellow Preservation Colleagues, The National Park Service is pleased to announce the web publication of Law and the Historic Preservation Commission: What Every Member Needs to Know -- please go to www.nps.gov/history/hps/pad/partnership/index.htm and click on the title at the "New" flag. This publication provides a "plain English" introduction to the basic legal concepts and issues that preservation commissioners may encounter. Many thanks to the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions for recommending the two authors who wrote this important publication. This is the latest title in the National Park Service's Cultural Resources Partnership Notes series, occasional short essays on historic preservation planning, related planning and land use topics, and preservation strategies for federal agencies, tribes, states, and local governments. You will note there are four other issues in this series available on-line. These four are also available for free in hard copy. If you would like to receive hard copies of any title, except Law, please send your name, address, and the title(s) you would like to the e-mail address below. Apologies if you receive this message more than once! Susan L. Renaud, Series Editor Cultural Resources Partnership Notes Heritage Preservation Services National Park Service Washington, D.C. sue_renaud at nps.gov ------------------------------ Message: 3 Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 15:35:55 -0400 From: "Al Tonetti" Subject: ACRA-L - Archaeology field supervisor and field technicians needed To: "ACRA" Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" ASC Group, Inc., is a cultural and natural resources consulting firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with offices in Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky. We are still seeking archaeology field personnel for temporary employment in the Midwest beginning in October. Fieldwork is scheduled to last through mid February. We have an opening for a Field Supervisor and several openings for Field Technicians. Per diem (no receipts required) will range from $26-30 per day depending on the location of the project and ASC Group will provide single occupancy room lodging while in the field, including weekends. Continued employment with ASC Group after mid February is possible. Field Supervisor: Duties: Under the supervision of an Archaeological Principal Investigator and/or Field Director, responsibilities include implementing research designs and supervising field crews on all phases of archaeological fieldwork; maintaining daily and weekly field documentation (mapping, forms, etc.); coordinating activities with other team members; laboratory work and office work as necessary; report and database preparation. Qualifications: Must have a minimum of a BA or BS in anthropology, archaeology, or related field (MA or MS preferred); minimum 2 years experience supervising archaeological field crews on cultural resource management projects; experience in Phase I survey, Phase II evaluation, and Phase III data recovery methods; experience in Midwest and/or Great Lakes region archaeology; experience preparing cultural resource management reports; strong communication skills (oral and written); excellent organizational capabilities; ability to complete work quickly and accurately; computer literate; valid US driver?s license. Ability to use GPS and total station is preferable. Pay commensurate with experience. This position is full-time with benefits. Field Technicians: Duties: Under the supervision of the Field Supervisor and/or Field Director, responsibilities may include conducting Phase I surface survey and shovel testing, Phase II excavations, and completion of standard field notes. Qualifications: Minimum of an Associates degree in Archaeology; field school or archaeological fieldwork experience (previous work on Cultural Resource Management projects preferred); good organizational skills; and ability to maintain neat and accurate field notes. Computer literacy and experience with GPS and total station is a plus. The pay range for field technicians is $11.00 - $13.50 per hour depending on experience. For consideration, send your resume, including references with telephone contact information, to Joy Wade, Human Resources Manager, ASC Group, Inc., 4620 Indianola Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43214; phone 614-268-2514 ext 20, fax 614-268-7881; email: jwade at ascgroup.net. EOE ------------------------------ Message: 4 Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 20:31:35 -0400 From: "Ira Beckerman" Subject: ACRA-L - PennDOT Architectural Historian Vacancy To: "ACRA" Cc: ibeckerman at state.pa.us Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" POSITION OPEN TRANSPORTATION CULTURAL RESOURCE PROFESSIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION SPECIALIST ? Architectural History Northeast Service Region PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is hiring an architectural historian to complete a cultural resource team for the Northeast Service Region, to be based in District 5-0 offices in Allentown. Individuals in a regional position will have unparalleled opportunities and responsibilities to shape the direction and performance of cultural resource investigations conducted on the Department?s multi-billion dollar annual design and construction program. The eleven PennDOT Engineering Districts have been grouped into seven service regions. Each region will have a team comprised of an archaeologist and an architectural historian. The team will guide the Section 106 process starting early in project design, working holistically on all cultural resource issues related to a project, and participate interactively with a design team of project engineers, designers, and environmental specialists. Northeast Region consists of Districts 5-0 (Allentown) and 4-0 (Dunmore). Each regional position is located in a PennDOT District Office, under the guidance of the District Environmental Manager. Minimum experience and training required for this job is: two or more years of experience working on an architectural survey, an architectural restoration and preservation project or program, and a bachelor?s degree in architectural history, American history, art history or course work in Pennsylvania history; or, any equivalent combination of experience and training. Pennsylvania residency requirement is waived. Preference will be given to applicants who meet the professional qualification standards in architectural history, defined under the Secretary of Interior Standards and to candidates who have knowledge and understanding of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Salary range is $39,824 ? $60,519. There is an excellent benefits package, including paid life and medical insurance, dental and vision care programs, annual and sick leaves, and a retirement plan. This is a Non-Civil Service position. Interested applicants should submit a typed resume, Personal Data Sheet (available at www.hrm.state.pa.us/pds ), and Checklist to Dr. Ira Beckerman at: PennDOT Bureau of Design P.O. Box 3790 Harrisburg, PA 17105-3790 or by e-mail at ibeckerman at state.pa.us. Other application materials, including the Checklist can be found at PennDOT?s Cultural Resource web page, which can be reached through www.penndotcrm.org. The closing date for applications to be received or postmarked is November 20, 2007. THE COMMONWEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER October 10, 2007 ------------------------------ Message: 5 Date: Thu, 11 Oct 2007 08:49:35 +0800 From: Jamie Donahoe - Heritage Conservation Network Subject: ACRA-L - HCN Announces Preservation Travel and Training Opportunities for 2008 To: acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Message-ID: <470D731F.70900 at heritageconservation.net> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=windows-1252; format=flowed Heritage Conservation Network is pleased to announce its 2008 schedule of hands-on building conservation workshops. These workshops provide essential practical experience with different materials and heritage preservation issues; participants learn while they contribute to preservation and restoration work at the workshop site. Each workshop is led by a technical expert who teaches and guides participants as they work. HCN?s workshops feature a combination of professionals, students, and local and international volunteers working together to build a future for the past. In many cases, workshop leaders are internationally known experts in their field, providing an unparalleled opportunity for learning. The 2008 series is as follows: ? April 20 ? May 3: Clues to the Cloister: Scientific Investigation and Documentation, Monastery of San Giovanni Battista, Serravalle, TV, Italy ? May 25-31: Prairie Preservation at the Hutmacher Farmstead, Killdeer, North Dakota, USA ? July 7-11, 2008: Preserving Log Structures: Advanced Techniques, Virginia City, Montana, USA ? September 2-12, 2008: City Center Recover & Conservation Efforts, Kumayri Historic District, Gyumri, Armenia ? September 14-27, 2008: Restoring the Heart of a Vineyard ? 16th Century Mlinars Cottage, ?martno ob Paki, Slovenia ? September 28-October 11, 2008: Kull? Conservation: Masonry Conservation at an Ottoman-Era Stone Residence, Gjirokastra, Albania. A workshop in Illinois is also planned for the summer; details will be available soon. Workshop fees range from $425 to $2200 per person per week, depending on location and topic. All workshops are open to anyone interested in acquiring preservation skills and experience or in contributing their time and effort to the project. Complete workshop details - including project leaders? bios and workshop descriptions, dates, fees, and travel tips - are available from available on HCN?s website, www.heritageconservation.net. Heritage Conservation Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of architectural heritage around the world. HCN produces an annual series of hands-on building conservation workshops in association with local preservation partners in order to further the sites? preservation and provide an educational experience for participants. -- Ms. Jamie Donahoe Heritage Conservation Network International Hands-on Workshops for Architectural and Site Conservation 1557 North Street * Boulder, Colorado 80304 * USA +1 303 444 0128 www.heritageconservation.net ***************************** Make 2008 the Year You Help Build a Future for the Past! ------------------------------ _______________________________________________ acra-l mailing list acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net http://lists.nonprofit.net/mailman/listinfo/acra-l End of acra-l Digest, Vol 47, Issue 12 ************************************** ___________________________ NOTICE: This communication and any attachments ("this message") may contain confidential information for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). Any unauthorized use, disclosure, viewing, copying, alteration, dissemination or distribution of, or reliance on this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, or you are not an authorized recipient, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this message, delete this message and all copies from your e-mail system and destroy any printed copies. From michaelvnixon at yahoo.com Fri Oct 12 08:41:38 2007 From: michaelvnixon at yahoo.com (Michael V. Nixon) Date: Fri, 12 Oct 2007 06:41:38 -0700 (PDT) Subject: ACRA-L - Obituary: Diane Brendel / Fought coal behemoth over damage to historic house Message-ID: <785544.71095.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Obituary: Diane Brendel / Fought coal behemoth over damage to historic house July 27, 1946 - Oct. 8, 2007 Friday, October 12, 2007 By Don Hopey, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07285/824812-122.stm Diane Brendel, a plucky retired elementary school teacher who spent six years fighting Consol Energy about mine subsidence that destroyed the historic home she'd restored with her husband, Roy, in Spraggs, Greene County, died Monday morning in her sleep. She was 61. The Brendels' home, a sprawling 12-room stone and stucco house built by Major George Washington Ernest Thralls in 1939, was the finest example of Spanish Revival architecture in southwestern Pennsylvania when the coal company undermined it on Thanksgiving Day 2000. Mrs. Brendel, who broke a 30-year tradition of hosting her family's Thanksgiving meal that year, returned that evening to her home, which was already beginning to pull apart as it subsided, despite coal company assurances that it would not. "I sat there in the night listening to my entire house crack apart. It was the most horrendous thing I'd ever been through," Mrs. Brendel said last November, shortly after she and her husband, citing unhealthy conditions caused by black mold throughout the house, agreed to an out-of-court settlement with Consol for an undisclosed amount. Years of battling with the coal company to fix the home had already taken their toll on her health, and she suffered from anxiety, panic attacks and depression. "We became the poster child for longwall mining opponents and the media," she recalled in the November interview, "when all we wanted for our retirement was to lounge around the pool and do some gardening." Terri Taylor, a documentary filmmaker from Pittsburgh who made the 2003 film "Subsided Ground, Fallen Futures," which features the Brendels in its account of longwall mining's effect on people in the southwestern Pennsylvania coalfields, remembers her as tortured by the ordeal. "She was indignant about the injustice that her family, and all people living above the coalfields of southwestern Pennsylvania, suffer daily," Ms. Taylor said. In the last year she had started exercising, lost weight and was much more active, said Laurine Williams, who with her husband, Murray, owns the Thomas Kent Jr. Farm, another historic property outside Waynesburg that was undermined and subsided. "This is a real shock," said Mrs. Williams, who kept in close touch with Mrs. Brendel about the problems they had getting the state Department of Environmental Protection, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the U.S. Office of Surface Mining to protect their properties. "She went through more than anyone should." Mrs. Brendel was a graduate of Waynesburg College and earned a master's degree in education from West Virginia University. She taught in the Central Greene School District at Wayne Township Elementary School in Spraggs and worked with her brother at Shields Greenhouse, also in Spraggs. She was active in a variety of environmental causes and organizations, including the Audubon Society and the Sierra Club. She enjoyed reading and gardening, and was an avid boater. The Brendels have been living in a trailer behind the gutted ruins of their house, which was listed in the National Historic Register, but were putting the finishing touches on a new home, built nearby with salvaged tile, wood, windows and stone from the old house. She was getting ready to host a Thanksgiving gathering for the first time in eight years. "She was really looking forward to moving in. We just got the stained glass windows from the old house installed," said Mr. Brendel. "I'll be completing the house just as Diane and I designed it." Mrs. Brendel also is survived by her daughter, Michelle Bowser of Waynesburg; a brother, Leigh Shields of Spraggs; a sister, Elyn Nimmo of Riverdale, N.J.; and a grandson. Friends will gather from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Behm Funeral Homes, 182 W. High St., Waynesburg. Memorial contributions may be made to The National Audubon Society, Dept. W, 700 Broadway, New York, NY 10003. First published on October 12, 2007 at 12:00 am Don Hopey can be reached at dhopey at post-gazette.com or 412-263-1983. ............................... Michael V. Nixon, J.D. PO Box 12539 Pittsburgh PA 15241 ph&fx: 412.221.6261 Save Fort Pitt! www.SaveFortPitt.org Sign the Online Petition: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/4 View the many, many comments of outrage: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/4/7 Take a Guided video Tour of the now-buried Fort Pitt Music Bastion http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/17 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071012/04f197a8/attachment.html From mgray at sricrm.com Fri Oct 12 14:39:27 2007 From: mgray at sricrm.com (Marcy Gray) Date: Fri, 12 Oct 2007 12:39:27 -0700 Subject: ACRA-L - Criteria for evaluating historic can dumps Message-ID: <005e01c80d07$9a316640$800101df@sricrm.com> In response to Kelly Turner's request, there is a good historic can dump context prepared for the state of Arizona, appropriately titled "Down in the Dumps" (Carol Griffith, James Ayres, and Teresita Majewski). 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Duties will include fieldwork, such as survey, testing, data recovery, and construction monitoring, as well as other tasks as assigned. This person will also accomplish curation related tasks, conduct record searches and prepare site forms as needed. Analytical and writing skills are essential. He/she will oversee archaeological investigations, to include Class I, Class II, and Class III assessments, significance evaluations/testing, data recovery excavations and other tasks as needed. Job responsibilities will include assessing project needs; interfacing with clients and agency representatives; supervising junior staff in the field; and synthesizing and analyzing project materials to assist in completing reports. Familiarity with GIS, ArcView, GPS, and CAD is a plus. Upcoming Chambers Group cultural resources projects include reconnaissance, testing and data recovery work in Northern Nevada region and other possible projects in the Great Basin and mining related work in Nevada. At Chambers Group (www.chambersgroupinc.com), you will find a fast-paced, high-energy work environment that will challenge you technically and develop you professionally. We offer competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, performance based bonuses, etc.). We value a strong and close-knit collegial atmosphere. There are opportunities for annual bonuses based on the profitability of the company. Please send resume, salary history and at least three references to cbryan at chambersgroupinc.com . Chambers Group is an equal opportunity employer. For more information about the company, visit www.chambersgroupinc.com . -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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There, nearly 10,000 Japanese and Japanese Americans were held behind barbed wire following Japan's Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor. _____ From: acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net [mailto:acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net] On Behalf Of Missouri Archaeology Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2007 9:55 AM To: acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Subject: ACRA-L - Editorial by Richard Moe - CAFOs Threaten Historic Sites Editorial by Richard Moe, President of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Huge feedlot threatens historic Minidoka center - http://www.idahostatesman.com/readersopinion/story/134190.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071016/cf6cbb39/attachment.html From KatzG at pbworld.com Wed Oct 17 12:23:26 2007 From: KatzG at pbworld.com (Katz, Greg) Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2007 13:23:26 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - archeologist opening - PB Baltimore Message-ID: <46771E2688A3BD4E95E309D5A083B84007D4E40D@nycmrmt.corp.pbwan.net> Archeologist Position PB America - Baltimore, Maryland Description: PB started more than 100 years ago by designing the first subway in New York City and the first railroad across China, and along the way we have designed many roads, ports, airports, tunnels, and bridges. We are employee-owned and there are more than 10,000 of us in 150 offices on six continents, and $1.4 billion annual revenue. PB has an immediate opening for an archeologist. The position involves planning and executing archeological investigations, conducting research, fieldwork, analysis, and report preparation. The ability to work well with other staff and to meet project deadlines is essential, as is the ability to produce high quality technical writing. It is anticipated that the applicant will have a specialization in either historic or prehistoric archeological resources of the Middle Atlantic Region; however, familiarity with both resources is preferred. Familiarity with Section 106 and other cultural regulatory systems is required and integration of this material into the NEPA documentation process is highly desirable. Requirements: The qualified candidate will posses master's degree on anthropology or closely related field with a specialization in archeology. Five years of full-time experience in direct archeological investigations (including a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience) is required. The successful applicant will have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and should have excellent written and communication skills. The applicant will possess basic knowledge of MS Word Office applications and will be comfortable using a digital camera and a 35 mm camera. Working knowledge of GIS applications is highly desirable. Apply on line at www.careers at pbworld.com by October 25, 2007 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V www.pbworld.com ___________________________ NOTICE: This communication and any attachments ("this message") may contain confidential information for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). Any unauthorized use, disclosure, viewing, copying, alteration, dissemination or distribution of, or reliance on this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, or you are not an authorized recipient, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this message, delete this message and all copies from your e-mail system and destroy any printed copies. From michaelvnixon at yahoo.com Wed Oct 17 13:19:36 2007 From: michaelvnixon at yahoo.com (Michael V. Nixon) Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2007 11:19:36 -0700 (PDT) Subject: ACRA-L - 9th Cir. grants en banc review in Snowbowl decision Message-ID: <41491.94031.qm@web51407.mail.re2.yahoo.com> FYI, today Ninth Circuit granted USFS/Snowbowl en banc review on Snowbowl decision. http://howappealing.law.com/ Wednesday, October 17, 2007 Ninth Circuit grants rehearing en banc in case challenging Forest Service's approval of the Snowbowl's use of recycled sewage effluent to make artificial snow on sacred Indian land as a violation of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act: You can access today's order granting rehearing en banc at this link. [ http://www.ca9.uscourts.gov/ca9/newopinions.nsf/8AFDEB9C52312EB988257377004A3A5F/$file/0615371ebo.pdf?openelement ] My earlier coverage of the three-judge panel's ruling in the case appears here and here. And this post of mine reporting on the original Ninth Circuit oral argument contains a link to the federal district court's ruling. Posted at 12:55 PM by Howard Bashman ......................................... Michael V. Nixon, J.D. PO Box 12539 Pittsburgh PA 15241 ph&fx: 412.221.6261 Save Fort Pitt! www.SaveFortPitt.org Sign the Online Petition: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/4 View the many, many comments of outrage: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/4/7 Take a Guided video Tour of the now-buried Fort Pitt Music Bastion http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/17 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071017/a3ed9f21/attachment.html From sstull at hartgen.com Wed Oct 17 13:54:24 2007 From: sstull at hartgen.com (Scott Stull) Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:54:24 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - Job posting - New Mexico, CRM PI References: <1F8B8573C5884147BFBFDF8E2348CF3F0A00CF@emi-sbs.EMI.local> Message-ID: <1CB1D343BEB79642BC889CD93EFBC3260D3893@exchange.hartgen.local> Job Title: Principal Investigator Department: Cultural Resources Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Ecosystem Management, Inc. has an immediate opening in its Albuquerque, NM office for qualified principal investigator. This individual will be responsible for managing large-scale transportation projects on the Navajo Reservation and across the state of Oklahoma, and upcoming surveys in New Mexico, Colorado, and Arizona. Additional opportunities exist in the Rocky Mountain States for a qualified candidate. This position is permanent, with regional travel. Duty Station: Albuquerque, New Mexico; other duty stations may be considered for qualified candidates Posted: October 17, 2007 Closing Date: immediate opening; open until filled Education/Exp. Requirements: M.A. in Anthropology/Archaeology, NHPA, New Mexico cultural resource regulations; experience with agency and tribal consultations, demonstrable record managing cultural resource projects from initial planning to completion, direct experience supervising fieldwork and write-up associated with cultural resource surveys, monitoring, NRHP eligibility testing, and data recovery; must be permitted in at least one New Mexico BLM district; ability to be permitted in surrounding states highly desirable. Experience with NEPA is desirable. Primary Responsibilities: Act as Principal Investigator for EMI cultural resource work, this may include: supervising completion of cultural resource projects throughout New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, and Oklahoma; acting as primary contact to major federal, county, municipal, and private clients; interfacing and/or consulting with federal, state, county, and local regulatory agencies/jurisdictions, and various tribal governments; authoring proposals; writing/contributing to technical reports; developing and monitoring budgets; contributing to cultural resource marketing plan. Salaries and compensation packages at EMI are extremely competitive, and will be based upon qualifications and experience. Excellent health, vacation, and retirement benefits are provided. If you wish to be considered for this opportunity, please send a cover letter and a copy of a current CV (or resume) detailing work experience and education as soon as possible to: Attention: Mike Tremble Ecosystem Management, Inc. 4004 Carlisle Boulevard NE, Suite C-1 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107 E-mail: miket at emi-nm.com Phone: (505) 884-8300 Fax: (505) 884-8305 Information may be sent by mail, fax, or e-mail attachment. E-mail is preferred. Any phone inquiries should be directed to the attention of Mike Tremble. EMI is a Native American owned, New Mexico based, full service, professional consulting firm established in 1994. Our mission is to provide high-quality and cost-effective planning and environmental consulting services throughout the Southwestern United States. EMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The cause of her death, according to a friend who shared her passion to save their historic homes from the damage or destruction that comes with longwall mining, was from a broken heart brought on by the years of stress in her struggles against longwall mining. "She died from all the stress," said Laurine Williams, whose own home, the imposing Thomas Kent Jr. Farm on Laurel Run Road south of Waynesburg, also was undermined and damaged. "That's what I think. What do you think?" The Kent mansion still stands, although Brendel's home, the Major George Washington Thralls House, was not as fortunate. It's gone now, despite it having been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Next week, it has been asserted, Diane and her husband, Roy, were supposed to move into their new home nearby - the home that contains all the decorative Mexican tiles they had salvaged from the Thralls House, along with stained glass windows, hand-hewn oak beams, and woodwork and paneling. What made the stucco and stone-faced Thralls House so special was that it was considered the finest example of Spanish Revival architecture in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Despite assurances that the wood-frame house would not be damaged by the automatic and immediate subsidence that most often follows longwall mining, it did not survive. As it turns out, neither did the retired elementary school teacher. Friends say that her health broke during the prolonged fight to save her home from being undermined. Actual mining began there on Thanksgiving Day 2000. She was later to suffer anxiety, panic attacks and depression as the struggle to get the coal company to repair the house to the condition it was in before the coal that lay beneath it was extracted. The Bendels said black mold invaded the house after it began to crack apart from the subsidence. They finally agreed to a settlement with Consol Energy. Details of the settlement, including the price, remain undisclosed. "Diane Brendel was a heroic fighter," said Beverly Braverman, executive director of Mountain Watershed Association in Melcroft, near Seven Springs, and chair of the Center for Coalfield Justice, 96 E. Chestnut St., Washington. "Hers was another death due to mining as sure as the miners in Utah died from a roof collapse." Mike Nixon, an attorney specializing in environmental issues, said Tuesday that he met the Brendels two months after the coal company sued to have the Thralls House removed from the National Register and a month after it was mortally undermined. "That's what coal companies do," Nixon said Tuesday. "They'll spend a million dollars on lawyers rather than spare the property owners all that pain and stress." 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To attract and retain the best industry talent EBI shares its success with its employees, and is committed to providing a professional work environment where career learning, growth and recognition are highly valued. If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a progressive organization that will offer you diversified challenges and an excellent opportunity for advancement please review our current employment opportunities. For more information about EBI and open positions please visit our website at www.ebiconsulting.com . EBI Consulting seeks a full-time qualified architectural historian to work remotely in the metro New York City area and to prepare Section 106 and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reports for projects in the New York City area and throughout New York and surrounding staetes as needed. Candidate Requirements Candidate must meet the Secretary of the Interior's qualifications. Strong technical report writing skills and ability to conduct intensive archival and technical research is a must. Prior working experience in the Section 106 regulatory process and direct experience in preparing Section 106 compliance documents is perferred, but not required. Applicants should be able to effectively communicate with EBI's employees and clients and work as part of a team. Extensive local and regional travel will be required. M.A. required in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Architectural History, Art History, History or other directly related field. Benefits EBI offers competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, group medical & dental insurance, 401k plan with employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and progressive career opportunities. EOE M/W/D/V Submittal Please submit a resume and cover letter in Word format via email to jobs at ebiconsulting.com . You must include the following information: 1. Reference Job Code: 27051 2. BRIEF summary of past RELATED experience (highlight your experience as it relates to our need & industry); 3. List of your education credentials and professional registrations 4. Salary history We look forward to hearing from you! Linda Mackey | Architectural Historian EBI Consulting | EnviroBusiness, Inc. 21 B Street | Burlington, MA 01803 O: 617.715.1895 | F: 617.715.6580 | C: 781.552.9610 lmackey at ebiconsulting.com | www.EBIConsulting.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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For more information about EBI and open positions please visit our website at www.ebiconsulting.com. EBI Consulting seeks a full-time qualified Archaeologist/Principal Investigator to work remotely in southern California to prepare Section 106 and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reports for projects throughout southern California. The Principal Investigator will also write cultural resource assessments for new cell tower installations and antenna collocations on buildings. The reports will involve a review of local, state, and other relevant records as well as site visits for ground disturbing projects. Other duties will include building subcontractor relationships, acting as a liazon with SHPO offices, and subcontractor coordination of projects requiring outside archaeological assistance. Candidate Requirements Candidate must meet the Secretary of the Interior's qualifications as an Archaeologist/Prinicipal Invesitgator in addition to any and all California state requirements. Prior experience as a Principal Investigator working in southern California is required for this position. A minimum of five years experience as a Principal Investigator in the assessment and excavation of historic and prehistoric archaeological resources of California is necessary. Applicants should be able to effectively communicate with EBI's employees and clients and work as part of a team. Extensive local and regional travel will be required. Benefits EBI offers competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, group medical & dental insurance, 401k plan with employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and progressive career opportunities. EOE M/W/D/V Submittal Please submit a resume and cover letter in Word format via email to jobs at ebiconsulting.com . You must include the following information: 1. Reference Job Code: 26142 2. BRIEF summary of past RELATED experience (highlight your experience as it relates to our need & industry); 3. List of your education credentials and professional registrations 4. Salary history We look forward to hearing from you! Linda Mackey | Architectural Historian EBI Consulting | EnviroBusiness, Inc. 21 B Street | Burlington, MA 01803 O: 617.715.1895 | F: 617.715.6580 | C: 781.552.9610 lmackey at ebiconsulting.com | www.EBIConsulting.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a progressive organization that will offer you diversified challenges and an excellent opportunity for advancement please review our current employment opportunities. For more information about EBI and open positions please visit our website at www.ebiconsulting.com. EBI Consulting seeks a full-time Secretary of the Interior qualified architectural historian to work remotely in or near Seattle, WA or Portland, OR and to prepare Section 106 and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reports for projects in WA, OR, CA, as well as other western states when needed Candidate Requirements Candidate must meet the Secretary of the Interior's qualifications. Strong technical report writing skills and ability to conduct intensive archival and technical research is a must. Prior working experience in the Section 106 regulatory process and direct experience in preparing Section 106 compliance documents is preferred, but not required. Applicants should be able to effectively communicate with EBI's employees and clients and work as part of a team. Extensive local and regional travel will be required. M.A. required in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, Art History, History or other directly related field. A M.A. in Historic Preservation and background in art history is preferred. Benefits EBI offers competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, group medical & dental insurance, 401k plan with employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and progressive career opportunities. EOE M/W/D/V Submittal Please submit a resume and cover letter in Word format via email to jobs at ebiconsulting.com . You must include the following information: 1. Reference Job Code: 26149 2. BRIEF summary of past RELATED experience (highlight your experience as it relates to our need & industry); 3. List of your education credentials and professional registrations 4. Salary history We look forward to hearing from you! Linda Mackey | Architectural Historian EBI Consulting | EnviroBusiness, Inc. 21 B Street | Burlington, MA 01803 O: 617.715.1895 | F: 617.715.6580 | C: 781.552.9610 lmackey at ebiconsulting.com | www.EBIConsulting.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071019/af99ce27/attachment-0001.html From lmackey at ebiconsulting.com Fri Oct 19 08:58:22 2007 From: lmackey at ebiconsulting.com (Linda Mackey) Date: Fri, 19 Oct 2007 09:58:22 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - EBI: Senior Architectural Historian/Historic Architect/Historic Preservation Specialist - Burlington, MA Message-ID: Job Code 27025 Job Title Senior Architectural Historian/Historic Architect/Historic Preservation Specialist Job Location Burlington, MA Job Description EBI Consulting is a rapidly growing, profitable company. Our employees are the key to maintaining our competitive edge. To attract and retain the best industry talent EBI shares it's success with its employees, and is committed to providing a professional work environment where career learning, growth and recognition are highly valued. If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a progressive organization that will offer you diversified challenges and an excellent opportunity for advancement please review our current employment opportunities. For more information about EBI and open positions please visit our website at www.ebiconsulting.com. EBI Consulting seeks a full-time qualified senior architectural historian to work in our Burlington, MA office to manage junior architectural historians and to provide quality control of Section 106 and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reports, certificate of appropriateness and zoning applications, historic easement restriction applications, historic property evaluations (DOE), National Register nominations, etc. for projects throughout New England. This position may also require report preparation and design review/zoning hearing attendance. Candidate Requirements Candidate must meet the Secretary of the Interior's professional qualifications and have experience managing projects as well as supervising junior staff. Strong technical report writing skills and ability to conduct intensive archival and technical research is a must. Candidate should have extensive experience assessing NRHP eligibility and compliance with Secretary of the Interior Standards for a full range of property types. Prior working experience in the Section 106 regulatory process and direct experience in preparing Section 106 compliance documents is preferred. Applicants should be able to effectively communicate with EBI's employees and clients and work as part of a team. Local and regional travel will be required. Candidate should have a M.A. in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, Art History, History or other directly related field. Benefits EBI offers competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, group medical & dental insurance, 401k plan with employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and progressive career opportunities. EOE M/W/D/V Submittal Please submit a resume and cover letter in Word format via email to jobs at ebiconsulting.com . You must include the following information: 1. Reference Job Code: 27025 2. BRIEF summary of past RELATED experience (highlight your experience as it relates to our need & industry); 3. List of your education credentials and professional registrations 4. Salary history We look forward to hearing from you! Linda Mackey | Architectural Historian EBI Consulting | EnviroBusiness, Inc. 21 B Street | Burlington, MA 01803 O: 617.715.1895 | F: 617.715.6580 | C: 781.552.9610 lmackey at ebiconsulting.com | www.EBIConsulting.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The nominated activity should demonstrate: (1) exemplary practices that can serve as models for future federal activities in historical preservation, (2) significant value in furthering history of the federal government, and (3) excellence and thoroughness of historical research and appropriate application of historical research to the activity. Any agency of the federal government may submit nominations. Nongovernmental organizations, including federal contractors, may submit nominations for activities carried out on behalf of the federal government. The winner will be announced in spring 2008, and invited to accept the award at the SHFG annual meeting in Washington, DC. All nominations must include the following information: ? Name of the nominated project or activity. ? Contact person(s) name, address, and telephone number. ? Name of the nominator if different from the contact person, address, and telephone number. ? A one thousand word or less description of the project or activity, including discussion of its scope and purpose and names of any co-sponsors. ? Supporting visual materials appropriately labeled and clearly depicting key aspects of the nominated activity (see the SHFG webpage at www.shfg.org for more details). Where to Submit Entries and Deadline: Please submit one copy of each nomination to each of the three committee members by November 15, 2007. All submitted material becomes the property of the Society for History in the Federal Government. 1. Beth M. Boland, 6726 Kennedy Lane, Falls Church, VA, 22042 2. Lin Ezell, National Museum of the Marine Corps, 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle, VA 22172-1938 3. David Waltrop, National Reconnaissance Office, Center for the Study of National Reconnaissance, 14675 Lee Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 Additional questions can be directed to the Powell Award Chair, David Waltrop, at DavidWaltrop at aol.com. From crmp at uvcs.uvic.ca Tue Oct 23 18:14:29 2007 From: crmp at uvcs.uvic.ca (Cultural Resource Management Program) Date: Tue, 23 Oct 2007 16:14:29 -0700 Subject: ACRA-L - Leadership in Cultural Organizations: a learning opportunity at UVic! Message-ID: Apologies for cross-postings. Please share with colleagues: The Cultural Resource Management Program at the University of Victoria is pleased to offer the following 5-day immersion opportunity for professionals and volunteers working in museums, heritage sites, cultural centres and galleries and supporting arts or cultural groups. The registration deadline is November 2, so sign up today! Leadership in Cultural Organizations HA 488M (1.5 units); on-campus offering Leadership is a key ingredient to personal and institutional success, yet cultivating strong and visionary leadership remains one of the greatest challenges facing the cultural sector. What are the qualities and attributes of successful leaders and successful institutions? How do you assess leadership in an institution and define leadership at the individual level? This five-day session has two parallel themes running through your conversations and coursework - personal leadership and institutional leadership. Discussions focus on contemporary challenges and issues impacting leadership in the cultural sector and explore strategies to cultivate institutional leadership and enhance personal leadership. You will have the opportunity to explore these issues for your own institution and for yourself. Participation in this course enable you to * Gain a greater understanding of the range of issues impacting leadership in the cultural sector * Assess and define the range of issues and challenges present in your current institution * Assess personal leadership capacity * Identify personal goals to enhance leadership capabilities * Explore and outline strategies for your institution * Benefit from one-on-one coaching on areas of leadership relative to your needs Dates: December 3 to December 7, 2007 Please register by: November 2 (late registrations accepted if space permits) To register in this course please visit https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/forms/crm/online_reg.aspx. Fee: CDN$620, including a CDN$60 materials fee (Canadian funds, credit and non-credit participation options) A CDN$160 registration deposit is required with each registration form. ________________________________ Instructor Gail Anderson, president of Gail Anderson & Associates (GA&A), helps position museums for greater relevancy and success in today's complex world. Working closely with museum trustees, directors, and staff, Gail facilitates strategic planning, organizational assessment and development, board development, and individual coaching. With almost 30 years of experience in the museum field, Gail brings an extensive knowledge and understanding of museums, current issues, creative solutions, and diverse strategies for institutional success. Before beginning her own consulting business, she was deputy director of the Mexican Museum (San Francisco), vice president of Museum Management Consultants, chair of the graduate Department of Museum Studies at JFK University, assistant director of the Southwest Museum, and museum educator at the Museum of Northern Arizona. Anderson has been active professionally throughout her career as a current member of The Museum Group, a past board member of the American Association of Museums, a member of the committee that produced Excellence & Equity, and past president of the Western Museums Association Board of Directors. In 1997, she received the Director's Chair award for distinguished service and leadership from the Western Museums Association. She is the author and editor of Museum Mission Statements: Building A Distinct Identity (American Association of Museums) and editor of Reinventing the Museum: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on the Paradigm Shift (AltaMira Press, 2004). Gail continues her commitment to advancing the field through frequent speaking engagements, writing, and teaching. Course Outline: Draft Day 1: Leadership challenges in the cultural sector * Review of session topics and activities * Participant introductions about self/institution * Introduction about leadership and issues in the cultural sector/Challenges and opportunities * Definition of leadership at institutional level and individual level * Beginning of personal and institutional assessment/Establishing personal goals for week Day 2: Leadership issues at the institutional level * Discussion of leadership issues relative to governance, staffing, institutional history, organizational culture, and external environment * Introduction of assessment strategies, planning, and outcome measurement tools * Assessment of institutional leadership capacity at participants' organization * One-on-one coaching sessions begin with participants Day 3: Leadership issues for individuals * Exploration of personal leadership challenges * Strategies to cultivate personal leadership skills * Identification of exemplary leaders from the field * Continuation of one-on-one coaching sessions Day 4: Intersection of institutional and personal leadership * Strategies for personal leadership development * Institutional change and personal change * Charting a course for participants * Completion of one-on-one coaching sessions Day 5: Reflections and implementation * Completion of topic discussions * Integration of week's discussions * Identification of next steps for participants and a plan of action * Feedback Enrollment options allow you to choose to take courses either to enhance professional development or to build academic credit. Individual course descriptions and registration forms are available by contacting us at crmp at uvcs.uvic.ca or by visiting our web site at http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha488m-leadership.aspx. For more information, please contact: Anissa Paulsen, Program Coordinator Cultural Resource Management Program Continuing Studies, University of Victoria PO Box 3030 STN CSC Victoria BC Canada V8W 3N6 Tel: 250 721-6119 Fax: 250 721-8774 Email: apaulsen at uvcs.uvic.ca Visit our Web site! http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp To receive monthly email updates, contact crmp at uvcs.uvic.ca -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071023/334f701b/attachment.html -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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The position manages the statewide program for cultural resources, a discipline critical to the agency for project delivery. Washington is a state with a great variety of landscapes, geology and archaeological resources, as well as an intriguing cultural history, that will challenge and satisfy the successful candidate. The position directs a technical staff of archaeologists and historians, in headquarters as well as place-based in the regions. The incumbent will work closely with region and modal environmental managers to develop and implement polices and procedures for effective compliance with federal and state archaeological and historic preservation laws and regulations; and will serve as agency lead responsible for communicating with other managers and staff within the Environmental Services Office, other key WSDOT offices (primarily the Tribal Liaison Office), and with the state Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Federal Highway Administration, and Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. For more information and application instructions, visit the following link: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Employment/Jobs/2007/10/07-HQ-190.htm -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We encourage you to submit your project to AFOB Online at www.archaeological.org/webinfo.php?page=10015. Projects must be submitted by November 16th to be included in the print edition.* Please note that preliminary listings are welcome. When your submission is approved and posted on AFOB Online, you will receive a confirmation email with a password allowing you to return to update your listing as details become finalized. Your project will be flagged as preliminary in the print edition, with instructions to check the online listing for updates. We are also seeking submissions for the cover image. If you have an image you would like to submit for consideration, please email it to afob at aia.bu.edu . Images should show project participants in the field enjoying their experience. Please forward this announcement to any other listservs, bulletin boards, or online resources that might be interested in participating. We are striving to cover as many projects across the globe as possible. Thanks very much for your support, Archaeological Institute of America *AIA reserves the right to review all submissions and to publish only those it deems appropriate. AFOB 2008 will be available through David Brown Books in North America (800-791-9354) or Oxbow Books outside North America (+44 [0] 1865 241249) www.oxbowbooks.com . -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071025/3b17d938/attachment.html From bergcm at comcast.net Thu Oct 25 22:43:27 2007 From: bergcm at comcast.net (Caryn Berg) Date: Thu, 25 Oct 2007 21:43:27 -0600 Subject: ACRA-L - New Heritage Management Journal Message-ID: <000801c81782$5ee9b120$0a00a8c0@Enterprise> APOLOGIES FOR CROSS-POSTING New for 2008 from Left Coast Press, Inc: Heritage Management Editors: Kelley Hays-Gilpin and George Gumerman IV, Northern Arizona University Semi-annual in March and September, 288 pages per volume First Issue: March 2008 ISSN: to follow One year subscription prices: Individuals: $40; Heritage Orgs: $89 (paper), $140 (paper and electronic); Institutions: $149 (paper), $249 (paper and electronic) Heritage Management is a global, peer-reviewed journal that provides a venue for using scholarly, professional, and indigenous knowledge to address broader societal concerns about managing cultural heritage. We address issues of resource management, cultural preservation and revitalization, education, legal/legislative developments, public archaeology, and ethics. The journal presents an engaging forum for those who work with governmental and tribal agencies, museums, private CRM firms, indigenous communities, and colleges and universities. It facilitates a multivocal arena for disseminating and critically discussing cultural heritage management issues collaboratively among professionals and stakeholders. Heritage Management will include peer-reviewed research on policy, legislation, ethics, and methods in heritage management and will showcase exemplary projects and models of public interpretation and interaction. A peer-reviewed Forum section presents position statements and responses on key current issues. The journal also includes reviews of books, web pages, exhibits, and resources in various media. Submission Guidelines: Heritage Management welcomes submission of original manuscripts of no more than 30 double spaced pages that focus on management of the world's heritage resources. All manuscripts are subject to anonymous peer review by knowledgeable scholars and professional practitioners and, if accepted, may be subject to revision. Materials submitted to HMJ should not be under consideration by other publishers, nor should they be previously published in any form. Submissions should include an original manuscript sent via email in MS Word or RTF format to Heritage.Management at nau.edu. Manuscripts should be submitted with low resolution illustrations that can be easily be transmitted via email They should include a title page that has the article title, names and full contact information of all authors; and an abstract of no more than 200 words. Manuscript style generally should conform to Society for American Archaeology Style Guide http://www.saa.org/Publications/StyleGuide/styframe.html. Non-conforming manuscripts will be returned to the author(s) for revision. Additional details concerning preparation of final manuscripts accepted for publication can be located at www.LCoastPress.com or from the editors. For other questions and correspondence, contact one of the co-editors at Kelley.Hays-Gilpin at NAU.EDU or George.Gumerman at NAU.EDU. Editorial Board (Still in formation) Don D. Fowler, Forum Editor Stephanie Whittlesey, Reviews Editor Jeffrey H. Altschul, Statistical Research Foundation Caryn M. 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Nixon) Date: Thu, 25 Oct 2007 22:07:32 -0700 (PDT) Subject: ACRA-L - "Arts festival says site is in doubt - Point State Park's renovations could bring stricter usage rules" -- Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (10/25/07) Message-ID: <759542.1379.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Arts festival says site is in doubt Point State Park's renovations could bring stricter usage rules Thursday, October 25, 2007 By Mark Belko, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07298/828346-85.stm The Three Rivers Arts Festival, one of the city's most popular events, could be driven out of Point State Park, which is undergoing a major face-lift and due to reopen next summer Pam Panchak/Post-Gazette A workers takes a break at Point State Park yesterday. The Three Rivers Arts Festival, one of the city's most popular events, could be driven out of Point State Park, which is undergoing a major face-lift and due to reopen next summer. New guidelines are being developed for the use of the state-owned park and unless those guidelines are revised, the festival "will most likely not be able to operate in Point State Park," said Elizabeth Reiss, the arts festival's executive director. Restrictions involving set-up and take-down times, how long a stage can stay up, and the use of tractor trailers and heavy equipment in the park would severely impact the event's ability to operate and generate revenue, she said. "This current situation feels very much like an eviction and if left unchanged will hurt the festival, our public, and, ultimately, the city," she added. But John W. Norbeck, director of state parks for the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, said the intent is not to exclude the arts festival or other large events like the Three Rivers Regatta and the Dollar Bank Jamboree from the park. He said the state plans to meet with those users next week to discuss the guidelines and their concerns. He said there may be opportunities to "tweak" the regulations before they are finalized. The guidelines are being developed in conjunction with the $35 million renovation of the park, which is expected to reopen to the public in June. "I think we can allay their fears once we have an opportunity to talk to them about the guidelines," Mr. Norbeck said. "We want these folks to come back. We think they're an integral part of the park. But we need to protect our investment." The state, he said, is aware that one of the guidelines calling for a minimum of four weeks between large events, including set-up and take down times, could interfere with timetables for the arts festival, which runs well into June, and the regatta, which typically starts around July 4. Mr. Norbeck said that won't be a problem. Both will be permitted "to operate as they have in the past," he said. The guidelines were crafted by a working group made up of representatives from the DCNR, the city and the Riverlife Task Force. In a summary accompanying the draft, Mr. Norbeck acknowledged that some of the changes could require large users like the arts festival "to alter the way they have operated in the past." "However, it is our firm belief that we have designed and constructed a world class urban park that will serve the community for many years to come and there is a need to manage it as such," he said. The guidelines, he said, were in line with those used in places like New York's Central Park, Philadelphia's Fairmount Park and Boston Commons. Although Ms. Reiss cited the four-week waiting period between large events as one of her concerns, it was by no means the only one. She said another is that the guidelines do not allow a stage to be set up for more than two weeks. Given that the arts festival runs three weeks, that would involve shortening it, she said. The guidelines also prohibit tractor trailers and other heavy equipment in the park. Ms. Reiss said the ban could have major implications for the festival. In the past, many event sponsors have parked tractor trailers or large trucks on concrete in the park for promotional purposes. That no longer will be possible, she said. The ban on heavy equipment, she said, could affect the ability to install pavilions, sculptures and scaffolding. In addition, for the first time, large users like the arts festival will be required to pay a refundable $25,000 security deposit. Other fees could run as much as $10,000, as opposed to $1,000 in the past, she said. Together, they could make it too expensive to use the park, she said. Nonetheless, Ms. Reiss was hopeful that next week's meeting could help resolve some of the issues. She said the arts festival wants to remain Downtown and in the park. Another group unhappy with the guidelines is U.S. Events and Marketing, which has produced the regatta for the last seven years. John Renda, corporate counsel for the agency, said it decided not to pursue a new management agreement with the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta Inc. board because it doesn't think the event "can get back into the park." "What's been done to the park will make it thoroughly unusable for anything but a small gathering of people," he said. Mr. Norbeck said there is flexibility on issues like how long the stage is up. While fees are designed to generate revenue to maintain the property, the final cost is "something to be negotiated between the department" and the group hosting the event. Tractor trailers and heavy equipment are a different matter. Mr. Norbeck said both have damaged walkways within the park in the past. The new pathways will be lined with bluestone and could crack under heavy equipment, he said. But overall, park improvements, far from excluding big events like the arts festival, should make it more inviting for them, he said. There will be new water and electric hook-ups for vendors, more lawn space and greater accessibility, he said. "I know that they, like us, are going to have to change the way they operate down there," Mr. Norbeck said. "But I really think they are going to have a much better venue than they have had in the past. It's going to be a dynamite facility." A Dollar Bank spokesman said the proposed guidelines were still being reviewed. Because of the renovation work, the arts festival and the regatta were forced out of the park this past summer. One of the most notable features of the renovation called for filling in the 8-foot-deep trench surrounding the park's reconstructed Music Bastion to create a level lawn and make that section of the park more usable for festivals and events. Among other improvements are new pipes and pumps for the fountain, a seating area around the fountain; a restored promenade along the rivers with steps into the rivers; rest room renovations, and wireless Internet access. First published on October 25, 2007 at 12:00 am Mark Belko can be reached at mbelko at post-gazette.com or 412-263-1262. ----------------------------------- Michael V. Nixon, J.D. PO Box 12539 Pittsburgh PA 15241 ph&fx: 412.221.6261 Save Fort Pitt! www.SaveFortPitt.org Sign the Online Petition: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/4 View the many, many comments of outrage: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/4/7 Take a Guided video Tour of the now-buried Fort Pitt Music Bastion http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/17 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071025/580f38ae/attachment.html From cfennell at uiuc.edu Sun Oct 28 15:25:50 2007 From: cfennell at uiuc.edu (Christopher Fennell) Date: Sun, 28 Oct 2007 15:25:50 -0500 (CDT) Subject: ACRA-L - new book on African and African Diaspora Archaeology Message-ID: <20071028152550.AWF79224@expms6.cites.uiuc.edu> "Archaeology of Atlantic Africa and the African Diaspora," edited by Akinwumi Ogundiran and Toyin Falola Indiana University Press, 2007 Format: cloth 528 pages, 56 b&w photos, 18 maps, 6 1/8 x 9 1/4 ISBN-13: 978-0-253-34919-4 ISBN: 0-253-34919-2 A breakthrough volume in the study of the material culture of the slave trade. This is the first book devoted to the archaeology of African life on both sides of the Atlantic and highlights the importance of historical archaeology in completing the historical records of the Atlantic world's Africans. Archaeology of Atlantic Africa and the African Diaspora presents a diverse, richly textured picture of Africans' experiences during the era of the Atlantic slave trade and offers the most comprehensive explanation of how African lives became entangled with the creation of the modern world. Through interdisciplinary approaches to material culture, the dynamics of a comparative transatlantic archaeology is developed. Table of Contents and Contributors: Preface Part 1. Introduction 1. Pathways in the Archaeology of Transatlantic Africa, by Akinwumi Ogundiran and Toyin Falola Part 2. Atlantic Africa 2. Entangled Lives: The Archaeology of Daily Life in the Gold Coast Hinterlands, AD 1400-1900, by Ann Brower Stahl 3. Living in the Shadow of the Atlantic World: History and Material Life in a Yoruba-Edo Hinterland, ca. 1600-1750, by Akinwumi Ogundiran 4. Dahomey and the Atlantic Slave Trade: Archaeology and Political Order on the Bight of Benin, by J. Cameron Monroe 5. Enslavement in the Middle Senegal Valley: Historical and Archaeological Perspectives, by Alioune D?me and Ndeye Sokhna Gu?ye 6. The Landscape and Society of Northern Yorubaland during the Era of the Atlantic Slave Trade, by Aribidesi Usman 7. The Collapse of Coastal City-States of East Africa, by Chapurukha M. Kusimba 8. Ghana's "Slave Castles," Tourism, and the Social Memory of the Atlantic Slave Trade, by Brempong Osei-Tutu Part 3. African Diaspora 9. BaKongo Identity and Symbolic Representation in the Americas, by Christopher C. Fennell 10. "In This Here Place": Interpreting Enslaved Homeplaces, by Whitney L. Battle-Baptiste 11. Bringing the Out Kitchen In? The Experiential Landscapes of Black and White New England, by Alexandra A. Chan 12. African Metallurgy in the Atlantic World, by Candice L. Goucher 13. Between Urban and Rural: Organization and Distribution of Local Pottery in Eighteenth-Century Jamaica, by Mark W. Hauser 14. Allies, Adversaries, and Kin in the African Seminole Communities of Florida: Archaeology at Pilaklikaha, by Terrance Weik 15. Scars of Brutality: Archaeology of the Maroons in the Caribbean, by E. Kofi Agorsah 16. The Archaeological Study of the African Diaspora in Brazil, by Pedro P. Funari 17. The Vanishing People: Archaeology of the African Population in Buenos Aires, by Daniel Sch?velzon 18. Maritime Archaeology and the African Diaspora, by Fred L. McGhee 19. Archaeology of the African Meeting House on Nantucket, by Mary C. Beaudry and Ellen P. Berkland 20. Practicing African American Archaeology in the Atlantic World, by Anna S. Agbe-Davies From Douglas.Mackey at oprhp.state.ny.us Mon Oct 29 13:57:25 2007 From: Douglas.Mackey at oprhp.state.ny.us (Douglas.Mackey at oprhp.state.ny.us) Date: Mon, 29 Oct 2007 14:57:25 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - [ncshpo-listserv] CRM Teaching Position: University of West Florida In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <15BEF4DDE1659A4C977F69535CB3E79901984096@pebmail1.oprhp.state.ny.us> This is great news! Good Luck to them, Now if some more schools would follow suit.... ________________________________ From: bounce-816644-41340 at lists.ncshpo.org [mailto:bounce-816644-41340 at lists.ncshpo.org] On Behalf Of Yates, Brian Sent: Monday, October 29, 2007 2:33 PM To: ncshpo-listserv Subject: [ncshpo-listserv] CRM Teaching Position: University of West Florida ACADEMIA WANTS A CRM PROFESSIONAL TO TEACH CRM Are you concerned about the lack of relevant education and training of Archaeology graduates? Do you wish academic programs would prepare students for the "real world" of CRM? If so, here is an opportunity to do something about it. We want an experienced CRM professional to teach in our Archaeology and Historic Preservation programs. If you would like to share your experience and knowledge with the next generation of Archaeologists in a growing, successful, and well-supported program, consider entering the revolving door and apply for this rare position at the University of West Florida. Masters degree minimum PhD preferred plus a wide range of experience in CRM management. Details: * Position can be either a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor or a 12 month non-tenured Research Associate starting August 2008. * We are seeking an anthropologically trained archaeologist experienced in cultural resource management to teach half time (3 courses a year) in the Anthropology Department and develop grants and contracts in the Archaeology Institute. * Teaching responsibilities include existing undergraduate and graduate courses in cultural resource management (historic preservation), occasional field classes, and other related courses. * Research responsibilities include developing sponsored historic preservation-related projects that support students in the Archaeology and Historic Preservation programs. Interdisciplinary work with the History Program is required. * Serving on and chairing graduate committees is also required. Successful applicants must have a Masters Degree, CRM project management experience, and have a strong commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The University of West Florida is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and values diversity. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Full review of applications will begin November 15, 2007, but applications will be accepted until position is filled. For more information please contact Dr. Judy Bense (jbense at uwf.edu 850-474-2474) or Dr. Elizabeth Benchley (ebenchle at uwf.edu 850-434-3015). Applicants are to apply online at https://jobs.uwf.edu , the website of Human Resources at the University of West Florida. Be prepared to attach your academic vitae, letter of application/interest, and list of three references. A police background screening is required for all positions. UWF is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer and minorities are encouraged to apply. If you'd like to talk about this position at SEAC please see or call cell phones of Elizabeth Benchley (850-712-7779) or Bill Lees (850-293-4492) Please participate in our Customer Satisfaction Survey --- You are currently subscribed to ncshpo-listserv as: unknown lmsubst tag argument: '' To unsubscribe send a blank email to leave-ncshpo-listserv-41340B at lists.ncshpo.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071029/4316a7ae/attachment.html From Karen_Mudar at nps.gov Mon Oct 29 14:53:22 2007 From: Karen_Mudar at nps.gov (Karen_Mudar at nps.gov) Date: Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:53:22 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - NPS October 2007, Archeology E-Gram Message-ID: October 2007, Archeology E-Gram Archeology Program updates ?Research in the Parks? The NPS Archeology Program has updated the ?Research in the Parks? page: http://www.nps.gov/archeology/sites/npsites.htm. Find links to park-based archeology projects, reports, virtual exhibits, and more. Follow the links to our recently added pages on the archeological search for French settlers at Canaveral NS in Florida, Battlefield Archeology at Kings Mountain NMP in South Carolina, and African American archeology at Nicodemus NHS in Kansas. All of these research reports were solicited through the Archeology E-Gram Projects in Parks feature. Gila Cliff Dwellers National Monument to Celebrate Centennial On November 16, 1907, Gila Cliff Dwellers NM will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the signing of the proclamation by President Theodore Roosevelt to establish the monument. The 158 acre monument was established to protect 800 year old Pueblo cliff dwellings hidden in caves in canyons of the Gila River. The proclamation described the site as ?a group of cliff-dwellings ? of exceptional scientific and educational interest, being the best representative of the Cliff-Dwellers' remains of that region? (Proc. No. 787). The monument was expanded to the present 533 acres by a proclamation signed by President John F. Kennedy in 1962. Jurisdiction over Gila Cliff Dwellings passed to the NPS in 1933, back to the U.S. Forest Service in 1975, and then returned to the NPS again in 2003. Located in southwestern New Mexico, the monument is surrounded by Gila NF and Gila Wilderness Area, the first designated wilderness in the U.S. This wilderness area, beloved of Aldo Leopold, an early 20th century conservationist, is currently assisting in the re-establishment of the Mexican Gray Wolf. The Gila Cliff Dwellings NM is the only unit in the NPS that contains Mogollon sites; other known archeological sites in the monument include Archaic-aged rock shelters, pit houses, open area pueblos, Apache sites, and Euroamerican historic period sites. Throughout 2007, Gila Cliff Dwelling NM?s theme ?Celebrating a Century of Storytelling? has guided the special programs and events leading up to the actual anniversary of the proclamation. To learn more about the monument and celebratory activities, go to http://www.nps.gov/gicl/. NPS releases guidance for Historic Preservation Commissioners The NPS Heritage Preservation Services has released the web publication ?Law and the Historic Preservation Commission: What Every Member Needs to Know,? (www.nps.gov/history/hps/pad/partnership/index.htm) by James K. Reap and Melvin B. Hill. This publication provides a "plain English" introduction to many basic legal concepts and issues that historic and archeological preservation commissioners may encounter. The information is intended to demystify laws governing historic and archeological preservation and give historic preservation commissioners the information needed to make sound and legally defensible decisions. This is the latest title in the NPS ?Cultural Resources Partnership? Notes series - occasional short essays on historic preservation planning, related planning and land use topics, and preservation strategies for federal agencies, tribes, states, and local governments. There are four other issues in this series available both on-line and in hard copy. Hard copies are available from Susan L. Renaud, Series Editor. Archeological Resources in Teaching with Museum Collections The NPS Museum Management Program?s ?Teaching with Museum Collections? web pages provide lesson plans for educators that use NPS collections in student-centered activities. The lesson plans emphasize the links between the ?real things? ? objects in museum collections ? and America?s history and prehistory. Collections connect students to their past; to rich and varied cultures; and to momentous events, inspired ideas, and the places where history happened. Two of the eight available lesson plans focus on Native American and archeological themes. One, ?Bandelier National Monument,? examines archeological tools, and links the tools and activities to the social roles of community-members who performed the activities. The lesson plan cleverly links past and present, demonstrating the vitality of living Pueblo culture, through an examination of Pueblo pottery-making today. The other archeological lesson plan in ?Teaching with Museum Collections? focuses on collections in Nez Perce NHP. The lesson plan explores gender roles and culture change through examination of clothing. The vibrant and colorful photographs that the lesson plan developers have assembled will capture students? attention and hold their interest. The lesson plans include reading materials, web resources, glossaries, classroom activities, and link to national educational standards. Although targeted to a specific age group, both plans can be adapted to younger or older students. A teaching tool ?How to Read an Object? helps teachers to structure students? discussion about a particular image. These lesson plans and others are available on the NPS Museum Management Program website at http://www.nps.gov/history/museum/tmc/index.htm. Archeologist Julie King reappointed to ACHP President George W. Bush announced his appointment of four individuals to the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP). New appointments to the ACHP are Thomas R. Miller of Franklin, Tennessee, and John A. Garcia of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Reappointed to the ACHP to historic preservation expert positions for a second four-year term are Julia A. King of St. Mary?s City, Maryland, and Ann A. Pritzlaff of Denver, Colorado. ?We are delighted to welcome Mr. Garcia and Mayor Miller to the ACHP, and to retain the expertise and enthusiasm of Ms. Pritzlaff and Dr. King who have been vital to our preservation efforts,? said John L. Nau, III, ACHP chairman. Julia A. King is associate professor of archaeology and anthropology at St. Mary?s College of Maryland. She has been a major force in the ACHP effort to update archaeological guidelines with reference to the federal and national preservation structure. With more than two decades? experience as an archaeologist, researcher, author, and educator, King holds a doctorate in American Civilization from the University of Pennsylvania. USGS Releases Biodiversity Images Website Need a picture of a common potoo to illustrate an archeological talk? How about a cattle tyrant? Now you can get them! The USGS-National Biological Information Infrastructure (NBII) has released a new Web site for its rapidly growing Digital Image Library (DIL) < http://images.nbii.gov>. Containing thousands of images donated by photographers and organizations, the DIL goes beyond many other media sites by linking images to detailed information such as location, scientific and common names, and habitat and behavior descriptions to support research, education, and decision-making. With 30,000 images in the queue, the DIL allows multiple ways to browse the collections and select images. Additional tools are being developed to support advanced searching, related content discovery, collaboration, and more! Contact: Annette Olson 703-648-4080; email alolson at usgs.gov George Wright Forum Challenges NPS in Essay Series The George Wright Forum, journal of the George Wright Society (GWS), is celebrating the centennial of the NPS by launching a decade-long essay series to run until 2016, the centennial year. In soliciting the essays, the editors challenge the agency to bring voices into the centennial conversation that represent a broad range of viewpoints, including those not traditionally part of the discourse on America?s national parks. The GWS Board will commission essays from well-known writers who have a demonstrated interest in national parks but, just as importantly, they will also seek out analysts who are addressing important issues that are relevant to parks but who have not yet applied their thinking in that way. The first two essays in the series are submitted by historians, ?The National Park System and the Historic American Past: A Brief Overview and Reflection? by Richard Sellars (Volume 24:1 (2007)), and ?On the Brink of Greatness: National Parks and the Next Century? by Dwight Pitcaithley (Volume 24:2 (2007)). NPS archeologists are encouraged to submit essay topics. The Board welcomes the participation of George Wright Society members and other readers of The George Wright Forum in this ambitious journey of discovery. Who are the people who have inspired NPS employees in their work? Is there a philosopher, an essayist, or a novelist whose work has influenced NPS approaches to issues affecting parks? Are there scientists, anthropologists, or historians whose thinking should be brought to the attention of the parks community? The Board is soliciting suggestions for topics that should be included in the Centennial Essay Series. It would be helpful if the suggestions were accompanied by the name and contact information of one or more individuals to develop the ideas into an essay. The GWS Publications Committee also welcomes specific proposals for essays from authors themselves. Again, proposals can come from any field of endeavor so long as they consider important issues related to the NPS as an agency, or the resources of the national park system. All submissions?whether suggested topics, proposals for essays, or complete essays?should go to: The George Wright Society, P.O. Box 65, Hancock, MI 49930-0065 USA, or by email to info at georgewright.org. Those interested in the future of the National Parks will also be interested in an earlier essay by historian Richard Sellars (Volume 24:1 (2007)), ?The National Park System and the Historic American Past: A Brief Overview and Reflection.? To read back issues go to http://www.georgewright.org/backlist_forum.html Projects in Parks: Identifying Contact Period Sites on St. John USVI In many places in the world, little is known about the actual interactions between indigenous populations, Europeans, and Africans during the early period of European expansion, despite its importance to global history. The U.S. Virgin Island of St. John is no exception. The Danish government sent out settlers to the island, in defiance of both British and Spanish imperial claims, as early as 1672. The settlers found ?only a few Indians? on the island. By the time of formal colonization, 18th century St. John was completely deserted of all indigenous inhabitants. Who were the indigenous inhabitants that were encountered at the time of European contact, and what became of them? How did the Danish colonists adapt to new social, economic, and environmental conditions? The Virgin Island NP Archeological Program has recently undertaken research to identify sites that date to European contact and colonization. Information from excavations at these sites will be used to explore relations between Taino and Island-Carib Indians, Europeans, and Africans during this time period. The goal is to better understand social relations during this tempestuous period of Caribbean proto-history. Contact Karen Mudar, Archeology Program, dca at nps.gov, to contribute news items, stories for ?Projects in Parks,? and to subscribe. From TFKing106 at aol.com Tue Oct 30 09:06:22 2007 From: TFKing106 at aol.com (TFKing106 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 10:06:22 EDT Subject: ACRA-L - 106 class in Orange County, CA, and new book Message-ID: I'll be teaching an introduction to Section 106 compliance in Orange County (Mission Viejo, to be precise) California on November 6-9, and there are still openings for participants. See _http://www.swca.com/jsps/training/training.htm_ (http://www.swca.com/jsps/training/training.htm) for details and to register. This will be my last 106 class for this year, and I'm cutting back significantly on training next year to make time to address a large contract teaching assignment, so if you or someone you know has been putting it off, now's the time to sign up. I'm also happy to announce that my new citizens' guide to Section 106 review, "Saving Places That Matter," has been published by Left Coast Press and is available to order at _www.lcoastpress.com_ (http://www.lcoastpress.com) . 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Leadership in Cultural Organizations HA 488M (1.5 units); on-campus offering Leadership is a key ingredient to personal and institutional success, yet cultivating strong and visionary leadership remains one of the greatest challenges facing the cultural sector. What are the qualities and attributes of successful leaders and successful institutions? How do you assess leadership in an institution and define leadership at the individual level? This five-day session has two parallel themes running through your conversations and coursework - personal leadership and institutional leadership. Discussions focus on contemporary challenges and issues impacting leadership in the cultural sector and explore strategies to cultivate institutional leadership and enhance personal leadership. You will have the opportunity to explore these issues for your own institution and for yourself. Participation in this course enable you to * Gain a greater understanding of the range of issues impacting leadership in the cultural sector * Assess and define the range of issues and challenges present in your current institution * Assess personal leadership capacity * Identify personal goals to enhance leadership capabilities * Explore and outline strategies for your institution * Benefit from one-on-one coaching on areas of leadership relative to your needs Dates: December 3 to December 7, 2007 Please register by: November 2 (late registrations accepted if space permits) To register in this course please visit https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/forms/crm/online_reg.aspx. Fee: CDN$620, including a CDN$60 materials fee (Canadian funds, credit and non-credit participation options) A CDN$160 registration deposit is required with each registration form. ________________________________ Instructor Gail Anderson, president of Gail Anderson & Associates (GA&A), helps position museums for greater relevancy and success in today's complex world. Working closely with museum trustees, directors, and staff, Gail facilitates strategic planning, organizational assessment and development, board development, and individual coaching. With almost 30 years of experience in the museum field, Gail brings an extensive knowledge and understanding of museums, current issues, creative solutions, and diverse strategies for institutional success. Before beginning her own consulting business, she was deputy director of the Mexican Museum (San Francisco), vice president of Museum Management Consultants, chair of the graduate Department of Museum Studies at JFK University, assistant director of the Southwest Museum, and museum educator at the Museum of Northern Arizona. Anderson has been active professionally throughout her career as a current member of The Museum Group, a past board member of the American Association of Museums, a member of the committee that produced Excellence & Equity, and past president of the Western Museums Association Board of Directors. In 1997, she received the Director's Chair award for distinguished service and leadership from the Western Museums Association. She is the author and editor of Museum Mission Statements: Building A Distinct Identity (American Association of Museums) and editor of Reinventing the Museum: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on the Paradigm Shift (AltaMira Press, 2004). Gail continues her commitment to advancing the field through frequent speaking engagements, writing, and teaching. Course Outline: Draft Day 1: Leadership challenges in the cultural sector * Review of session topics and activities * Participant introductions about self/institution * Introduction about leadership and issues in the cultural sector/Challenges and opportunities * Definition of leadership at institutional level and individual level * Beginning of personal and institutional assessment/Establishing personal goals for week Day 2: Leadership issues at the institutional level * Discussion of leadership issues relative to governance, staffing, institutional history, organizational culture, and external environment * Introduction of assessment strategies, planning, and outcome measurement tools * Assessment of institutional leadership capacity at participants' organization * One-on-one coaching sessions begin with participants Day 3: Leadership issues for individuals * Exploration of personal leadership challenges * Strategies to cultivate personal leadership skills * Identification of exemplary leaders from the field * Continuation of one-on-one coaching sessions Day 4: Intersection of institutional and personal leadership * Strategies for personal leadership development * Institutional change and personal change * Charting a course for participants * Completion of one-on-one coaching sessions Day 5: Reflections and implementation * Completion of topic discussions * Integration of week's discussions * Identification of next steps for participants and a plan of action * Feedback Enrollment options allow you to choose to take courses either to enhance professional development or to build academic credit. Individual course descriptions and registration forms are available by contacting us at crmp at uvcs.uvic.ca or by visiting our web site at http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha488m-leadership.aspx. For more information, please contact: Anissa Paulsen, Program Coordinator Cultural Resource Management Program Continuing Studies, University of Victoria PO Box 3030 STN CSC Victoria BC Canada V8W 3N6 Tel: 250 721-6119 Fax: 250 721-8774 Email: apaulsen at uvcs.uvic.ca Visit our Web site! http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp To receive monthly email updates, contact crmp at uvcs.uvic.c -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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CONSERVATION IN CONTEXT: FRAMEWORKS FOR HERITAGE STEWARDSHIP HA 489K (1.5 units); on-campus offering This course addresses the complex range of principles and practices that create a framework for effective heritage preservation and conservation planning and decision-making. The practical implications of international and national conservation charters, principles, standards, and guidelines are discussed, along with legal, programmatic, and financial incentives and constraints. Strengthen your capacity to: * trace the evolution of preservation and conservation activity in Canada and beyond * work within a principled and systematic framework for conservation decision-making * identify programs, funding opportunities, and other networks that support conservation activity * distinguish between preservation and conservation planning and describe methodologies for each type of planning * respect and integrate the values and interests of communities * recognize the range of options for intervention and use that can be considered in conservation planning * anticipate the implications of building codes, by-laws, health and safety issues, accessibility requirements, integration of additions, environmental impacts, and other legal, jurisdictional and practical constraints and incentives The Cultural Resource Management Program is an Architectural Institute of British Columbia registered provider offering an AIBC-accredited activity for continuing education learning units. This course is assigned 36 AIBC core learning credits. Planning Institute of British Columbia Members may earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit by attending and participating in this activity. This activity has been assigned: 36.0 Lus. Dates: December 3 to December 8, 2007 Please register by: November 2 (late registrations accepted if space permits) To register in this course please visit https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/forms/crm/online_reg.aspx. Fee: CDN$620, including a CDN$60 materials fee (Canadian funds, credit and non-credit participation options) A CDN$160 registration deposit is required with each registration form. ________________________________ Instructor: Herb Stovel Herb Stovel has lectured and delivered courses on conservation and heritage management at more than 30 universities and training institutions, covering all continents. For four years, Stovel was Director of the Heritage Settlements Unit at the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) in Rome, and most recently worked as Associate Professor in Canadian Studies at Carleton University. ________________________________ Draft Course Outline Day 1 - Frameworks for effective conservation * Course objectives, structure, methods, and resources * Conceptual framework for the course: characterizing approaches, systems, and frameworks for achieving conservation goals. * Appropriation and ownership, heritage planning, conservation planning, preservation planning, heritage management, management planning, cultural resource management, conservation management, etc. Macro and micro scales of decision making. * Necessary elements of effective heritage conservation systems, approaches, and frameworks: policy tools, strategic tools, implementation tools, support, and resources. * Evolution of approaches, systems, and frameworks within Canada: from Parks Canada to community-driven conservation, from top down to bottom up. Day 2 - Recent trends in effective conservation * Visit to the Victoria class project neighbourhood. * Evolution of Victoria's approach to management of heritage: the framework for conservation today. * Recent trends in improving effectiveness of heritage systems with case studies: integrated approaches, community-driven approaches, from intervention to prevention (risk sensitive management), monitoring for management. * Group discussion of projects: scope, goals, organization, expectations, working methods and timelines, needed participant support and resources Day 3 - The international system for conservation/conservation decision making * The international system for conservation: models, relevant experiences, the UNESCO Conventions, international co-operation. The sustainability push and implications. Assuring protection. Relevance and use in Canada. * The place of conservation doctrine and principles in the effective care of heritage. * International charters and documents from ICOMOS, UNESCO, and elsewhere: significance, use, and application to Canada. * Conservation decision making at project level: key steps and elements in the process. Values based decision making. Imbedding the significance statement. Different approaches: Australian, Italian, and UK conservation plans. * Applying the conservation decision-making process to real-life situations: examples and case studies, successes and failures. Day 4 - Analytical tools for effective conservation decision making * Situation analysis: achieving the understanding necessary for effective conservation decision making. An overview of needed data areas and methods. * Heritage character analysis and documentation systems: examples and case studies from Canada and abroad. * Financial analysis. Making the economic case for conservation goals in projects. Frameworks for cost-benefit analysis. * Monitoring analysis in projects and conservation and management plans and systems. Defining and developing useful indicators to monitor change. Day 5 - Issues in achieving conservation goals * Issues in community-driven conservation: defining the community, working with shared and competing interests and values. Raising awareness. Achieving political support: meaningful community involvement. * The implications of new conservation initiatives. Federal initiatives: Historic Places Initiative, Heritage Canada's Human Resources Study. Provincial and local initiatives. * Dealing with continuing retrofit and upgrading of heritage structures to ever-higher standards of performance called for by Building Code officials and systems. Compliance alternatives and performance-based analysis. Balancing concerns for use and security in heritage structures. (Example: FHBRO Code of Practice). Day 6 - Presentations and wrap-up * Group work and organization of presentations * Participant presentations * Course wrap-up * Course evaluation Enrollment options allow you to choose to take courses either to enhance professional development or to build academic credit. Individual course descriptions and registration forms are available by contacting us at crmp at uvcs.uvic.ca or by visiting our web site at: http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha489k.aspx. For more information, please contact: Anissa Paulsen, Program Coordinator Cultural Resource Management Program Continuing Studies, University of Victoria PO Box 3030 STN CSC Victoria BC Canada V8W 3N6 Tel: 250 721-6119 Fax: 250 721-8774 Email: apaulsen at uvcs.uvic.ca Visit our Web site! http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp To receive monthly email updates, contact crmp at uvcs.uvic.ca -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Nixon) Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 09:08:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: ACRA-L - "Point of dispute: The new park should still host city festivals" -- Editorial, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Oct. 30, 2007) Message-ID: <152939.41052.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com> FYI: ----- Forwarded Message ---- From: Fort Pitt Preservation Society savefortpitt at yahoo.com Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2007 12:01:41 PM Subject: "Point of dispute: The new park should still host city festivals" -- Editorial, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Oct. 30, 2007) NOTE: While the weight restrictions to protect the subsurface historic remains at the "Forks of the Ohio" National Historic Landmark site are understandable ("Arts festival says site in doubt," Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Oct. 25, 2007, http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07298/828346-53.stm ), this latest in the long-running series of decisionmaking fiascoes at Point State Park over the past several years points out one of the fundamental problems with the renovation process: All of the critical decisions are being made by a self-appointed group led by the Allegheny Conference on Community & Economic Development and the Riverlife Task Force, meeting privately with a handful of others to decide the fate and uses of this public resource and National Historic Landmark site. Private parties have been deciding how a public park, national landmark, and world heritage site is to be managed and shared, issuing their private decisions as edicts with PA's Department of Conservation & Natural Resources acting as a mouthpiece (DCNR is the land management agency of the state park which is owned by the people of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania). Consider that distrubing fact further within the context of the current controversy over the attempted reformation of Pennsylvania's backwards public records laws.* The Allegheny Conference-Riverlife Task Force-DCNR's distorted private process was also the means by which they decided to crudely bury the original, painstakingly restored Music Bastion of Fort Pitt based on the false pretense that those historic remains publicly displayed since the opening of Point State Park were "only" a "reconstruction." And with several miilion dollars of Pennsylvania's public funds paid to an out-of-state construction company to do it, to boot. Our public agents, including the DCNR & the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission -- who are supposed to be the public's stewards and protectors of our historic resources (see, e.g., http://conserveland.org/pp/ppenviro_amend) -- are submissive enablers blithely squinting to the monocular "vision" of the Allegheny Conference on Community & Economic Development (and Historic Resources Manglement). Their process needs cleaned up even more than the park did. The public needs included on the front end, for starters. ............................................. *Swiss-cheese open-records reform By Brad Bumsted STATE CAPITOL REPORTER Sunday, October 28, 2007 http://www.pittsbur ghlive.com/ x/pittsburghtrib /opinion/ columnists/ bumsted/s_ 534996.html Push renewed for better law on open records Monday, October 29, 2007 By Tom Barnes, Post-Gazette Harrisburg Bureau http://www.post- gazette.com/ pg/07302/ 829324-85. stm ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Point of dispute: The new park should still host city festivals Tuesday, October 30, 2007 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07303/829515-35.stm We've all been to those houses, the ones with the beautiful white carpeting. We leave our shoes at the door. We've all driven past those perfectly manicured fairways and thick greens. We can't play unless we can join the private club. And now we're worried that the attitude for the newly renovated Point State Park is going to be similar. "Keep off the grass." "No (fill-in-the-blank) allowed." The concern comes in the form of "special event guidelines for Point State Park," put together by representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the city and the Riverlife Task Force. The state owns the park, which is undergoing a $35 million renovation that is to be completed next summer. The guidelines have raised a lot of concerns among the people who put on some of the biggest events traditionally held at the confluence of the city's rivers, particularly the popular Three Rivers Arts Festival and the regatta. Elizabeth Reiss, executive director of the arts festival, said restrictions on the use of a stage could mean the event will have to be shorter than its typical 17-day run. The ban on heavy equipment could affect the ability to install sculptures, pavilions and scaffolding. And the fees for the event will be much higher. The agency that has produced the regatta is unhappy too. A spokesman said U.S. Events and Marketing doesn't think that event will be possible in the new park. State officials have said the guidelines are open to negotiation, and a meeting is to be held tomorrow to discuss the concerns and see if the rules can't be "tweaked" to satisfy them. We hope so. The state spent public money on a project that had its detractors from the beginning, all with the promise of a lively, inviting new public space, a green oasis that provides recreation and a connection to the historical significance of the point. The Post-Gazette supported this major renovation and we, along with the public, were told the new park would still be home to Pittsburgh's major outdoor festivals. Point State Park should be the city's welcome mat. We don't want to see any "Keep Out" signs. First published on October 30, 2007 at 12:00 am How do I submit a letter to the editor? http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/03001/322207-209.stm Bring Back the Bastion! The Fort Pitt Preservation Society Save Fort Pitt! www.SaveFortPitt.org View the signatures and comments from around the world urging the unburying of Fort Pitt's original Music Bastion: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/4/7 Take a guided video tour of the Music Bastion: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/17 Sign the Online Petition: http://www.savefortpitt.org/index.php/4 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071030/ece9adca/attachment.html From sstull at hartgen.com Tue Oct 30 14:59:55 2007 From: sstull at hartgen.com (Scott Stull) Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 15:59:55 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - Job posting: CRM in Academia, West Florida References: Message-ID: <1CB1D343BEB79642BC889CD93EFBC3260D38D5@exchange.hartgen.local> REVISED LAST CALL!!! University of West Florida ACADEMIA WANTS A CRM PROFESSIONAL TO TEACH CRM Are you concerned about the lack of relevant education and training of Archaeology graduates? Do you wish academic programs would prepare students for the "real world" of CRM? If so, here is an opportunity to do something about it. We want an experienced CRM professional to teach in our Archaeology and Historic Preservation programs. If you would like to share your experience and knowledge with the next generation of Archaeologists in a growing, successful, and well-supported program, consider entering the revolving door and apply for this rare position at the University of West Florida. Masters degree minimum PhD preferred plus a wide range of experience in CRM management. Details: * Position can be either a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor or a 12 month non-tenured Research Associate starting August 2008. * We are seeking an anthropologically trained archaeologist experienced in cultural resource management to teach half time (3 courses a year) in the Anthropology Department and develop grants and contracts in the Archaeology Institute. * Teaching responsibilities include existing undergraduate and graduate courses in cultural resource management (historic preservation), occasional field classes, and other related courses. * Research responsibilities include developing sponsored historic preservation-related projects that support students in the Archaeology and Historic Preservation programs. Interdisciplinary work with the History Program is required. * Serving on and chairing graduate committees is also required. Successful applicants must have a Masters Degree, CRM project management experience, and have a strong commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The University of West Florida is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and values diversity. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Full review of applications will begin December 15, 2007, but applications will be accepted until position is filled. For more information please contact Dr. Judy Bense (jbense at uwf.edu 850-474-2474) or Dr. Elizabeth Benchley (ebenchle at uwf.edu 850-474-3015). Applicants are to apply online at https://jobs.uwf.edu , the website of Human Resources at the University of West Florida. Be prepared to attach your academic vitae, letter of application/interest, and list of three references. A police background screening is required for all positions. UWF is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer and minorities are encouraged to apply. If you'd like to talk about this position at SEAC please see or call cell phones of Elizabeth Benchley (850-712-7779) or Bill Lees (850-293-4492) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071030/54cfb505/attachment.html -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Historic Preservation Archaeologist Advertisement2.doc Type: application/msword Size: 64512 bytes Desc: Historic Preservation Archaeologist Advertisement2.doc Url : http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071030/54cfb505/attachment.doc From Tivella1 at aol.com Tue Oct 30 18:27:33 2007 From: Tivella1 at aol.com (Tivella1 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:27:33 EDT Subject: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing Message-ID: Mary, Are you discussing historic or prehistoric properties? In either case, I think ratios are a very subjective topic and will differ from SHPO to SHPO and agency to agency. Agencies who do not want to be bothered with Section 110 responsibilities will probably argue that some ratio threshold becomes too meaningless to form a cohesive district. Agencies who want to responsibly manage resources will probably talk about a range from discontiguous to thematic to geographical districts. It really all comes down to the case you make for the district, period of significance, and how you interrelate the contributing elements. Ron May Legacy 106, Inc. ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071030/c887f349/attachment-0001.html From d.painter15 at comcast.net Tue Oct 30 20:22:53 2007 From: d.painter15 at comcast.net (Diana Painter) Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 17:22:53 -0800 Subject: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing References: Message-ID: <01cc01c81b5c$8f91d720$6401a8c0@DianasPC> Hi Mary, et al, I agree with Ron. There is a rule of thumb, however, for historic resources that the ratio should be at least 60 percent contributing resources for National Register eligibility for a district. Diana Painter Painter Preservation & Planning ----- Original Message ----- From: Tivella1 at aol.com To: rtimary at gmail.com Cc: acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2007 3:27 PM Subject: Re: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing Mary, Are you discussing historic or prehistoric properties? In either case, I think ratios are a very subjective topic and will differ from SHPO to SHPO and agency to agency. Agencies who do not want to be bothered with Section 110 responsibilities will probably argue that some ratio threshold becomes too meaningless to form a cohesive district. Agencies who want to responsibly manage resources will probably talk about a range from discontiguous to thematic to geographical districts. It really all comes down to the case you make for the district, period of significance, and how you interrelate the contributing elements. Ron May Legacy 106, Inc. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ See what's new at AOL.com and Make AOL Your Homepage. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ACRA-L is a public listserv supported by the American Cultural Resources Association (ACRA), a non-profit trade association, for the use of the cultural resource management community. You do not need to belong to ACRA to subscribe to this list. As a result, opinions expressed on the list do not necessarily represent the views of ACRA or of its members. For more information on the list and to unsubscribe use the links below. _______________________________________________ acra-l mailing list acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net http://lists.nonprofit.net/mailman/listinfo/acra-l The mail sent to: d.painter15 at comcast.net -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071030/4ca025ee/attachment.html From TFKing106 at aol.com Tue Oct 30 21:55:02 2007 From: TFKing106 at aol.com (TFKing106 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 22:55:02 EDT Subject: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing Message-ID: I think it has a lot to do with how thinly the hairs are split on the properties' heads. I wonder if we're ever going to abandon these hyper-technical arguments and come to understand that the integrity of anyplace lies entirely in the eyes of its beholders. Tom King ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071030/b98894ca/attachment.html From bergcm at comcast.net Tue Oct 30 22:56:52 2007 From: bergcm at comcast.net (Caryn Berg) Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 21:56:52 -0600 Subject: ACRA-L - New Section 106 Resource Message-ID: <001701c81b72$130e8700$0a00a8c0@Enterprise> This guide will be a bible for anyone trying to save heritage from destruction New From Left Coast Press, Inc. A 15% discount on web orders to the United States at www.LCoastPress.com. Saving Places that Matter: A Citizen's Guide to the National Historic Preservation Act Thomas F. King Published October 2006, 256 pp, $24.95 paperback They?re going to wipe out your neighborhood or drive you off your ranch to put in a transit station or a surface mine. How do you stop it? Tom King, renowned expert on the heritage preservation process in the United States, explains the ins and outs of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and how it can be used to protect special places in your community. King will show you the scope of the law, how it is often misinterpreted or ignored by government agencies and developers, and how to use its provisions to force others to pay attention to your concerns. He explains the quirky role of the National Register of Historic Places and the importance of consultation in getting what you want. King provides you with examples of how people like you can use the Section 106 process to stop wanton development, and encourages you to do the same. ?No one understands the section 106 review process as well as Tom King does! His many years of experience and esoteric understanding of the 106 review process are unparalleled. Tom?s expert advice on steering us through this maze of regulations has been invaluable in trying to save Ab? Canyon and our traditional ranching way of life from the ravages of a very destructive train-tracking project? -Jean Sawyer-Rosas & Luis Rosas, Dripping Springs Ranch, New Mexico ?Without Dr. Thomas F. King's intellect, understanding, passion and informative books concerning the intricacies of U.S. preservation law, there would be no hope for average citizens to understand the complex/destructive world of the developer, their manipulation of the National Historic Preservation Act, 106 Review, mis-use of state/federal agencies, departments of transportation, Army Corps of Engineers, state and local planners for the most profitable assault on the American people since the ruthless days of the robber barons It is my hope that Dr. King's experiences will help all people begin to understand what we are losing every day in the name of progress.? -David W. Blake, Buckland, Virginia, Preservation Society To order, visit our website at http://www.lcoastpress.com/book.php?id=99 ISBN: 978-1-59874-084-4 (c), 978-1-59874-085-1 (p) PRICE: $24.95 (U.S.), $29.95 (Canadian), ?13.99 (Paperback) $65.00 (U.S.), $79.00 (Canadian), ?34.99 (Cloth) For more information, contact Caryn Berg at archaeology at LCoastPress.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071030/6c0834ae/attachment.html From atonetti at ascgroup.net Wed Oct 31 07:00:07 2007 From: atonetti at ascgroup.net (Al Tonetti) Date: Wed, 31 Oct 2007 08:00:07 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing In-Reply-To: Message-ID: If the "integrity of anyplace lies entirely in the eyes of its beholders" (I disagree) then we should scrap the whole concept. Does the historical significance of anyplace also lie entirely in the eyes of its beholders? And what about effects? Al Tonetti Cultural Resource Specialist ASC Group, Inc. 4620 Indianola Avenue Columbus, OH 43214-1861 (614) 268-2514 x18 (614) 268-7881 fax atonetti at ascgroup.net www.ascgroup.net -----Original Message----- From: acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net [mailto:acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net]On Behalf Of TFKing106 at aol.com Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:55 PM To: d.painter15 at comcast.net; Tivella1 at aol.com; rtimary at gmail.com Cc: acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Subject: Re: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing I think it has a lot to do with how thinly the hairs are split on the properties' heads. I wonder if we're ever going to abandon these hyper-technical arguments and come to understand that the integrity of anyplace lies entirely in the eyes of its beholders. Tom King ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- See what's new at AOL.com and Make AOL Your Homepage. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071031/c5d72fad/attachment.html From tfking106 at aol.com Wed Oct 31 09:06:57 2007 From: tfking106 at aol.com (TFKing106) Date: Wed, 31 Oct 2007 10:06:57 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <0fc3e38a.62ad.495c.b3a2.72dd38025cc8@aol.com> In a message dated 10/31/07 08:01:23 Eastern Daylight Time, atonetti at ascgroup.net writes: If the "integrity of anyplace lies entirely in the eyes of its beholders" (I disagree) then we should scrap the whole concept. Does the historical significance of anyplace also lie entirely in the eyes of its beholders? And what about effects? Scrapping the whole concept sounds like a great idea. But seriously, Al, what other basis is there for perceived integrity if not perception, and what kind of integrity is there (where historic places are concerned) if not perceived? The same goes for significance, and, sure, for effects too. We may be able to achieve broad agreement about what is and what isn't an effect, what is and isn't adverse, and so on, but in the end it's pretty subjective -- particularly when you try to reduce it to abstractions, as in the actual criterion of adverse effect given in the ACHP regulations. What people seem to forget is that Congress didn't enact NHPA to give archaeologists and historians something to seek in their navels; it enacted NHPA because in its eyes there was some value in historic places for the American people. Splitting academic/procedural hairs over integrity and significance and effects may be OK if you're in a situation where nobody gives much of a damn, but if you're dealing with serious public interest in a property, an effect, or for that matter an undertaking, I'd recommend against it. Tom King -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071031/4ec11c50/attachment.html From Paul.Graham at dot.state.oh.us Wed Oct 31 09:40:06 2007 From: Paul.Graham at dot.state.oh.us (Paul.Graham at dot.state.oh.us) Date: Wed, 31 Oct 2007 10:40:06 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing In-Reply-To: <0fc3e38a.62ad.495c.b3a2.72dd38025cc8@aol.com> Message-ID: I have found over my 29 years in this state agency that the general public and consulting parties are pretty adept at cutting through our statutory/regulatory vagueness when we present them with the historic context for a property and take the time to explain, based on that context, what is contributing or non-contributing, what has integrity based on the context, and then what would be the likely effect based on all the above and the scope of the undertaking. And I've seen countless times over the years where input from these folks has enhanced our understanding of historic properties in their home areas. I'm sure many people on this list have seen that too - our situation here is not unique. My point is that I think this is how you bridge the gap between the "integrity in the eyes of the beholders" and the "academic/agency speak" that we often lapse into all too easily. Paul Graham Assistant Administrator Office of Environmental Services Ohio Department of Transportation 1980 West Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43223 614-466-5099 614-728-7368 (fax) http://www.dot.state.oh.us/oes/CulturalRes.htm TFKing106 Sent by: acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net 10/31/2007 10:06 AM To "Al Tonetti" , d.painter15 at comcast.net, Tivella1 , rtimary at gmail.com cc acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Subject Re: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing In a message dated 10/31/07 08:01:23 Eastern Daylight Time, atonetti at ascgroup.net writes: If the "integrity of anyplace lies entirely in the eyes of its beholders" (I disagree) then we should scrap the whole concept. Does the historical significance of anyplace also lie entirely in the eyes of its beholders? And what about effects? Scrapping the whole concept sounds like a great idea. But seriously, Al, what other basis is there for perceived integrity if not perception, and what kind of integrity is there (where historic places are concerned) if not perceived? The same goes for significance, and, sure, for effects too. We may be able to achieve broad agreement about what is and what isn't an effect, what is and isn't adverse, and so on, but in the end it's pretty subjective -- particularly when you try to reduce it to abstractions, as in the actual criterion of adverse effect given in the ACHP regulations. What people seem to forget is that Congress didn't enact NHPA to give archaeologists and historians something to seek in their navels; it enacted NHPA because in its eyes there was some value in historic places for the American people. Splitting academic/procedural hairs over integrity and significance and effects may be OK if you're in a situation where nobody gives much of a damn, but if you're dealing with serious public interest in a property, an effect, or for that matter an undertaking, I'd recommend against it. Tom King ACRA-L is a public listserv supported by the American Cultural Resources Association (ACRA), a non-profit trade association, for the use of the cultural resource management community. You do not need to belong to ACRA to subscribe to this list. As a result, opinions expressed on the list do not necessarily represent the views of ACRA or of its members. For more information on the list and to unsubscribe use the links below. _______________________________________________ acra-l mailing list acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net http://lists.nonprofit.net/mailman/listinfo/acra-l The mail sent to: paul.graham at dot.state.oh.us -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.nonprofit.net/pipermail/acra-l/attachments/20071031/eac192c0/attachment.html From atonetti at ascgroup.net Wed Oct 31 10:06:43 2007 From: atonetti at ascgroup.net (Al Tonetti) Date: Wed, 31 Oct 2007 11:06:43 -0400 Subject: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Paul, I'm in agreement with you, but I think you already knew that. Al Tonetti Cultural Resource Specialist ASC Group, Inc. 4620 Indianola Avenue Columbus, OH 43214-1861 (614) 268-2514 x18 (614) 268-7881 fax atonetti at ascgroup.net www.ascgroup.net -----Original Message----- From: acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net [mailto:acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net]On Behalf Of Paul.Graham at dot.state.oh.us Sent: Wednesday, October 31, 2007 10:40 AM To: acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Subject: Re: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing I have found over my 29 years in this state agency that the general public and consulting parties are pretty adept at cutting through our statutory/regulatory vagueness when we present them with the historic context for a property and take the time to explain, based on that context, what is contributing or non-contributing, what has integrity based on the context, and then what would be the likely effect based on all the above and the scope of the undertaking. And I've seen countless times over the years where input from these folks has enhanced our understanding of historic properties in their home areas. I'm sure many people on this list have seen that too - our situation here is not unique. My point is that I think this is how you bridge the gap between the "integrity in the eyes of the beholders" and the "academic/agency speak" that we often lapse into all too easily. Paul Graham Assistant Administrator Office of Environmental Services Ohio Department of Transportation 1980 West Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43223 614-466-5099 614-728-7368 (fax) http://www.dot.state.oh.us/oes/CulturalRes.htm TFKing106 Sent by: acra-l-bounces at lists.nonprofit.net 10/31/2007 10:06 AM To "Al Tonetti" , d.painter15 at comcast.net, Tivella1 , rtimary at gmail.com cc acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net Subject Re: ACRA-L - contributing vs. non contributing In a message dated 10/31/07 08:01:23 Eastern Daylight Time, atonetti at ascgroup.net writes: If the "integrity of anyplace lies entirely in the eyes of its beholders" (I disagree) then we should scrap the whole concept. Does the historical significance of anyplace also lie entirely in the eyes of its beholders? And what about effects? Scrapping the whole concept sounds like a great idea. But seriously, Al, what other basis is there for perceived integrity if not perception, and what kind of integrity is there (where historic places are concerned) if not perceived? The same goes for significance, and, sure, for effects too. We may be able to achieve broad agreement about what is and what isn't an effect, what is and isn't adverse, and so on, but in the end it's pretty subjective -- particularly when you try to reduce it to abstractions, as in the actual criterion of adverse effect given in the ACHP regulations. What people seem to forget is that Congress didn't enact NHPA to give archaeologists and historians something to seek in their navels; it enacted NHPA because in its eyes there was some value in historic places for the American people. Splitting academic/procedural hairs over integrity and significance and effects may be OK if you're in a situation where nobody gives much of a damn, but if you're dealing with serious public interest in a property, an effect, or for that matter an undertaking, I'd recommend against it. Tom King ACRA-L is a public listserv supported by the American Cultural Resources Association (ACRA), a non-profit trade association, for the use of the cultural resource management community. You do not need to belong to ACRA to subscribe to this list. As a result, opinions expressed on the list do not necessarily represent the views of ACRA or of its members. For more information on the list and to unsubscribe use the links below. _______________________________________________ acra-l mailing list acra-l at lists.nonprofit.net http://lists.nonprofit.net/mailman/listinfo/acra-l The mail sent to: paul.graham at dot.state.oh.us -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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