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SPECIAL REPORT:
The GREEN Spaceship By the Lake?
Chicago, IL
Regardless of what you think about that spaceship near Lake Michigan, or football in general for that matter, Chicagos Soldier Field is making headlines. It was recently recognized as the first LEED-Certified NFL stadium in the country. No, it did not get this status because it is an actual spaceship relying on alien technology. It was certified because of including specifics such as the installation of energy efficient lighting as well as charging stations for fans that drive electric cars to the game. These two examples were part of the effort by the city to reduce costs, continue Chicagos commitment to green building initiatives, and also to gain recognition for its efforts by the NFL by obtaining LEED-Certified status. What the heck is LEED-Certified and why should you care? On the most basic level, it means that the building focuses on using greener practices and technology. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification criteria included (in Soldier Fields renovations) such things as promoting public transportation and procuring supplies within 50-100 miles of the stadium to cut down on fossil fuels impacts and costs. The Chicago Park District, the owner of the

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stadium, and SMG, the company that manages Soldier Field, worked together on the LEED process in hopes of lowering operating costs, reducing waste, conserving energy, and improving health and safety in the stadium, according to a press release from the City of Chicago. The recent LEED certification did succeed in getting the attention of the league. Commissioner Roger Goodell met with Mayor Emanuel to discuss the award. For his part, the mayor is using the certification as one strong point in a lobbying bid for a Chicago Super Bowl. The leagues stance has always been that Super Bowls be held in warm weather cities, or in stadiums with domed roofs due to its February play date. When the City of Chicago taxpayers voted down an initiative to install a roof on the stadium, the next best thing to promote the stadium was to focus on greener remodeling practices. This was but one of the tactics in

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Another of Emanuels persuasive arguments was the Chicago Police Departments (as well as other cooperating agencies) ability to handle the recent NATO event. I know, this may be a touchy subject depending on your views, and I do not want to get political, bit with only 100 or so arrests, you have to admit it did seem to go on without major incident. We were able to safely accommodate not only leaders around the globe, but the President and First Lady as well. Weather aside; other factors will certainly influence the NFLs decision about allowing Chicago to host a future Super Bowl. The turf at Soldier field is supposedly among the worst in NFL stadiums making it unsafe. The debate is ongoing to that point, but players experiences as well as just watching any game played there support the contention. And all of those seats added during renovations? Yeah, there may still not be enough to cater to the number of fans other Super Bowl stadiums do, so the city would have to consider adding additional seating. Last, but not least, is the fact that the State of Illinois is broke, the city is crying poor, and the event would cost millions. Who can afford to risk a financial loss similar to what the Olympics in London may face? I digress. This may just be a dream sparked by Chicagos decision to make smart renovation decisions at Soldier Field. At the very least, we should recognize with pride the LEED-Certification and look to examples such as that for buildings and home renovations in our own lives. It may cost a little more upfront, but it surely makes sense for our future generations. john@corcoranheating.com

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BBQ CORNER: Grilled Chicken For 8

Ingredients:
Spicy Peach Glaze

2 cups peach preserves or jam 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 small jalapeno, finely chopped Salt and freshly ground pepper 8 Frenched chicken breasts 4 ripe peaches, cut in half and pitted

ingredients in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Reserve 1/2 cup. Preheat grill. Brush the chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Place skin-side down and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, until golden brown. Turn over and continue cooking for 5 to 6 minutes. Brush both sides with the peach glaze and continue cooking an additional 4 to 5 minutes. Place peach halves, cut side down on the grill and grill for 2 minutes. Turn over and brush with the reserved 1/2 cup of peach glaze, grill for 3 to 4 more minutes until peaches are soft. I love my tour de Pick-up Theres more to these excursions than just the wind, though. Its being able to bark anonymously at anything and everything that happens to catch my attention. And, with the wind in my face and my ears flying back, its even hard to see Johns annoyance or hear him ordering me to quit this embarrassment. Guess

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CHANGE THE FILTER, ALREADY! This month, I plan to get out on my bike more. Drivers: please give us bikers three feet, its the law. Although it really is exhilarating watching your side view mirror buzz by my head and marvel that it hasnt yet been caved in, Im getting too old for that much excitement. Also, if you ride occasionally instead of drive; your speed, endurance and heath will improve. So would your empathy for the safety of us bikers. Summer is here for me, and one event I always look forward to is the Tour De France. Here are some quick facts:

I sit atop my soapbox in this months Two Cents with a scenario for you: Would you drive your car 180,000 miles without once changing the oil? Your furnace runs about 2,300 hours per year on average (no, not this past season), and your air conditioner an estimated 700 hours annually (probably more this summer). Thats the equivalent of operating a vehicle 3,000 hours @ 60 mph or 180,000 miles. Anyone not convinced yet? Run around the block with your mouth and nose duct taped shut. Youre likely going to have a heart attack, arent you? Guess what? Your air conditioning compressor, furnace and other HVAC components react much the same. They HAVE to breathe while running their marathons, especially on HOT days. What your system would really appreciate is a massage by one of our highly trained technicians. If you are one of many clients who only call us when there is a problem, do yourself a favor: wash your condenser coil (the big thing in the yard) and

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June 30th July 22nd in 2012 This is the 99th Tour De France It covers 3,479 kilometers, or about 2,162 miles Only 9 days of flat terrain, and ONLY 2 DAYS OF REST! 9 mountain stages, with The longest day a mountain stage, covering 226 kilometers, or 140 miles!
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