DOCSLIB.ORG

Lasell Field Work OK'd, to Head to Ballot Vote

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Lasell Field Work OK'd, to Head to Ballot Vote Mailed free to requesting homes in Douglas, Northbridge and Uxbridge Vol. V, No. 30 Complimentary to homes by request ONLINE: WWW.BLACKSTONEVALLEYTRIBUNE.COM Friday, May 11, 2012 THIS WEEK’S QUOTE Lasell Field work OK’d, to head to ballot vote “Reason should RESIDENTS TO DECIDE FATE OF $900K PROJECT direct and appetite obey.” BY ADAM T. SILVA with Article 25 not passing Department and $542.84 to TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER and Article 26 being with- Harry’s Pizza in Article 1. Cicero NORTHBRIDGE — After drawn. The votes taken under a more than hour-long battle A town bylaw dictated Article 3 of the 2011 Spring that resulted in a secret bal- that the meeting end at 10:30 Annual Town Meeting and lot last week, voters moved p.m., but voters decided to Article 2 of the 2011 Fall to put the Lasell Field artifi- overturn the bylaw instead Annual Town Meeting were INSIDE cial turf decision on the of reconvening a week later. amended in Article 2. Friday, May 11 ballot. To pay for unexpected Available funds from the A2-3— LOCAL Voters decided, 127-92, to appropriated funds of the Treasury and/or the Health A4-5— OPINION add the controversial DPW, $3,809.41 was raised Insurance Stabilization $900,000 project onto the and appropriated. The Fund, which will not exceed A6— OBITUARIES town’s general election. breakdown is as follows: $37,156,373, were raised and A6 — CALENDAR If the field vote passes, the $1,915.00 to Bigelow Electric, appropriated to defray the average household will see a $91.19 to Whitinsville Water necessary and usual expens- A10 — SPORTS one-time tax increase of Company, $577.39 to es of the several depart- A12— SENIORS $170. Whitinsville Water ments of the town for Fiscal Nearly all of the 26 Company, $116.89 to Year 2013 in Article 3. Adam T. Silva photo RIPS B2 — T Articles on the warrant Whitinsville Water The town will raise and Supporters of Lasell field make their voices heard last week. After B3 — LEGALS passed unanimously at the Company, $566.10 to the approval at Town Meeting, the field question will move to a vote over four-hour meeting, Northbridge Water Friday, May 11. B5— REAL ESTATE Please Read MEETING, page A9 LOCAL TOPICS OF INTEREST ‘My goal is to be able to better the town’ PITMAN UP FOR RE-ELECTION IN UXBRIDGE BY ADAM T. SILVA TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER UXBRIDGE — It took a quick decision to get start- ed, but Uxbridge Selectman Beth Pitman’s view of the future is hard- ly haphazardly thrown Malia’s battle together. Page A3 Pitman is running for re-election against former Selectman Peter Baghdasarian on Tuesday, May 22. LEARNING “I ran three years ago on Beth Pitman Please Read PITMAN, page A9 Adam T. Silva photos NORTHBRIDGE – Fifth- Carney ready to begin graders at Northbridge Middle School hosted an Interest Fair on Thursday, May 3. ‘new slate’ in Uxbridge Above, With the hopes of starring there one day, it BY ADAM T. SILVA TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER was natural for Meghan Coughlin to present UXBRIDGE — With Broadway. Superintendent George Donation bridges Zini leaving behind a communication gap Right, After discovering a recent legacy of a state-of- Beatles CD of his father’s, the-art new high school, Page A8 Brad Richer presented The newly named Uxbridge Fab Four. The George Superintendent Kevin Harrison-penned ballad Carney has some large SPORTS “Something” is his favorite shoes to fill. Beatles song. And he’s ready and will- ing to fill those shoes. For more photos, turn to Carney began his career page A7! in Ashland as an intern guidance councilor and a Kevin Carney Please Read CARNEY, page A9 A hero of everyday life Spartans put game out of reach PELOQUIN TO BE HONORED FOR HUNGER FIGHTING WORK Page A10 BY ADAM T. SILVA Washington D.C. to and General Manager and needy and have done TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER accept her award. Ann Strom contacted the this for the past seven DOUGLAS — Karen According to Sodexo, church and several mem- years. OPINION Peloquin is quickly “Peloquin is being hon- bers wrote testimonials “I never really got learning her years of ored for her leadership on her behalf. involved with it and just GET YOUR good deeds aren’t going and efforts to feed hun- An executive chef kind of did my own POINT ACROSS unnoticed. gry and disadvantaged manager for Sodexo, a thing, but my boss would Peloquin is one of five men and women through food worldwide food talk to me about things I PAGE A4 winners of the annual her church, the New service company, would do on the week- “Heroes of Everyday England Dream Center.” Peloquin works in ends,” she said. Life” award, which is More than 500 nomina- Marlborough and she On weekends at the Contact the sponsored by the Sodexo tions throughout the cooks for more than 500 Dream Center, located at Adam T. Silva photo Tribune editor Stop Hunger country were submitted. people a day. Sodexo has 5 Chestnut St., Worcester, Karen Peloquin, seen here with husband Foundation, and will be Sodexo District Manager a nomination for people Karen and husband, Paul, won the “Heroes of Everyday Life” at aminor@ going on a trip to Maryanne Conroy-Miller who help the homeless award and will be headed to Washington to stonebridgepress.com Please Read HERO, page A13 accept the honor. 2 • Friday, May 11, 2012 BLACKSTONE VALLEY TRIBUNE Local fire chief earns accreditation BY ADAM T. SILVA certifications necessary for the post-high school education, with day course and a half point for each department or even the community, TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER award. three points for a college certificate, three hour night program for the he said. He noted that it was similar UXBRIDGE — Uxbridge Fire “I am dedicated to providing the five points for an Associate’s Massachusetts Firefighting to taking a civil service exam, which Chief Bill Kessler was granted highest level of service to this com- Degree, 10 points for a Bachelor’s Academy Course, other similar is necessary for the job. accreditation by the Massachusetts munity and have worked hard to Degree, 15 points for a Master’s courses or in-house training. For “The program was developed Fire Service Commission on April continue my education and experi- Degree and 20 for a Doctorate attending the National Fire after extensive research outlining 17. ence to bring a high level of profes- Degree. Academy,2 points for each six hours those skills important to today’s fire “The credentialing process began sionalism to this position,” said For completing the Fire or one day course. chief,” said State Fire Marshal about a year or so ago,” explained Kessler. “I appreciate that this Lieutenant Exam/Fire Officer Rank According to Kessler, the program Stephen Coan. “The process pro- Kessler, who became chief after for- accomplishment recognizes my ded- 1, five points can be earned, Fire was put together to hold fire chiefs vides an equal opportunity for the mer Chief Peter Ostroskey took the ication to be the best fire chief I can Captain Exam/Rank 2 earns 10 to a higher degree of professional- volunteer, call or full-time fire chief position of deputy state fire mar- for this community.” points, Deputy/District/Assistant ism. to meet the minimum criteria for shal at the Department of Fire Those credentialed will be Chief/Rank 3 earns 15 points and “Chiefs can say that they’ve got achieving fire chief accreditation.” Services in January. “The required to renew the credentials Department Chief/Rank 4 earns 20 the experience and they’ve got the Commission put some criteria every three years. The criteria points, with 20 points maximum. education certification,” he Adam T. Silva may be reached at together not so much for certifying, works on a system of points, with up Being certified with hazardous explained. “The initial credential- 508-909-4050 or by email at but more credentialing chiefs. It’s to 20 points can be earned for years materials at an operational level ing is renewed every three years. In [email protected]. based on experience, education and served in the fire system and up to earns 5 points, a technician level that three-year time period, there that sort of thing.” 10 points can be earned for years as earns 10, a Basic EMT earns 5 are a certain amount of The Commission deemed Kessler a fire officer, with two points earned points, an Intermediate EMT earns things you need to do. “ had demonstrated the required fire per year. 10 and a Paramedic EMT earns 15. Obtaining the credential- POLICE LOGS service experience, education and Up to 20 points can be earned for One point for each six hours, one ing is up to the chief, the NORTHBRIDGE POLICE ARRESTS NEWS BRIEFS April 28 Dennis C. McKeage, 61, 101 Upton Street. Operating under influence or liquor, leav- gram will take place. Two names will be ing scene of property damage accident. Uxbridge veterans to observe added to the Post Vietnam War Monument, Summary: n Saturday, April 28, at 5:57 Alan Joseph Stinchfield and John Anthony p.m., the Northbridge Police Department Memorial Day Harris,. Both will also serve as “Parade received multiple reports of a brush fire, Marshals.” Also James E. Givner and John possibly resulting from an automobile UXBRIDGE — Local Uxbridge veterans T. Givner will be honored as “Honorary fire, on Fowler Road, Northbridge. Upon have announced that final arrangements are Parade Marshals” and have their names arrival, officers could not locate a car fire, being made for activities scheduled for added to the Vietnam Monument.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Landscape Tools
    Know your Landscape Tools Long handled Round Point Shovel A very versatile gardening tool, blade is slightly cured for scooping round end has a point for digging. D Handled Round Point Shovel A versatile gardening tool, blade is slightly cured for scooping round end has a point for digging. Short D handle makes this an excellent choice where digging leverage is needed. Good for confined spaces. Square Shovel Used for scraping stubborn material off driveways and other hard surfaces. Good for moving small gravel, sand, and loose topsoil. Not a digging tool. Hard Rake Garden Rake This bow rake is a multi-purpose tool Good for loosening or breaking up compacted soil, spreading mulch or other material evenly and leveling areas before planting. It can also be used to collect hay, grass or other garden debris. Leaf rake Tines can be metal or plastic. It's ideal for fall leaf removal, thatching and removing lawn clippings or other garden debris. Tines have a spring to them, each moves individually. Scoop Shovel Grain Shovel Has a wide aluminum or plastic blade that is attached to a short hardwood handle with "D" top. This shovel has been designed to offer a lighter tool that does not damage the grain. Is a giant dust pan for landscapers. Edging spade Used in digging and removing earth. It is suited for garden trench work and transplanting shrubs. Generally a 28-inch ash handle with D-grip and open-back blade allows the user to dig effectively. Tends to be heavy but great for bed edging.
    [Show full text]
  • Multi-Tasking Hand Tools by Rita Pelczar
    GREENc GARAGE® Multi-Tasking Hand Tools by Rita Pelczar hen I head to the garden, I Besides extracting weeds by their roots, it’s usually take just a couple of great for digging holes for transplants or Wtools with me, so they need bulbs; and it cuts through anything from to be able to perform a variety of tasks twine to the roots of perennials that you and they have to feel comfortable in my want to divide. The six-and-three-quarter- hands when I use them. here are a few inch, hardened stainless steel blade is ser- that fit the bill. rated and engraved with millimeter depth I’ve long been a fan of a handcraft- measurements to help ensure accurate ed tool from Lewiston, Idaho, with the odd name of Hoe-dag (available from hoss Tools (www.hosstools.com). It’s a well-balanced, short-handled hoe featur- Multi-Purpose Hori-Hori Knife planting. Its vinyl carrier has a loop that can be attached to a belt to keep it safely sheathed until ready for use. The 10-and-a-half-inch-long Handy Weeder Tool, also from Gardener’s edge, is small and light enough to carry on your belt. The five-inch-long, flat beveled blade is handy for weeding in tight places—between young vegetables or flowers, even in planters—easily cut- ting young weeds at their roots without 2-Tine Cultivator Hand Eye Hoe disturbing nearby plants. It also makes precise furrows for sowing seeds. Crafted in Germany, the 2-Tine Cultivator Hand Eye Hoe, available from Garden Tool Company (www.
    [Show full text]
  • Garden-Hacks-1-2.Pdf
    ~presents~ Garden Hacks tips, tricks, or efficient methods for doing or managing a gardening task or activity Keep your hands super clean by wearing disposable gloves when gardening (except in the hottest weather) Marilyn Vai inspired this useful tip Dump The Hose For An Olla An olla is an unglazed clay pot with a fat belly and a narrow neck. It provides controlled irrigation by capillary flow to plants planted near it. With thanks to Kathy McDonough Here’s a reason to buy cakes and cookies in the grocery store! Repurpose those grocery store bakery containers into seed starters. Jiffy peat pots are perfect in any of these. Then use them as trays after transplanting the seedlings. With appreciation to Diana O’Hagan Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose Backyard garden tools with a repurposed kitty litter container. A five gallon ‘bucket stool’ with an old garden chair cushion which also makes a good kneeler. Kudos to Diana O’Hagan! Here is Diana O’Hagan’s all round favorite tool. It's a brand new Japanese hori hori garden knife. It can be used for just about anything. Ingenious! Diana’s repurposed one gallon milk jugs with bottom removed, used over tomatoes and pepper plants on cold nights . The cut edge digs nicely into soil. To stop from blowing away, she puts a thin bamboo or pruned twig, 18-24" long, through the top into the soil and uses an old belt to store them together when not in use. Mulching Magic Prior to mulching your new planting beds, place the small container pots that the plants came in upside down to cover the plants (like a top hat).
    [Show full text]
  • San Bruno Mountain Habitat Conservation Plan Year
    SAN BRUNO MOUNTAIN HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN YEAR 2019-20 ACTIVITIES REPORT FOR FEDERALLY LISTED SPECIES Endangered Species 10(a)(1)(B) Permit TE215574-6 Prepared By: Evan Cole San Mateo County Parks Department 455 County Center, 4th Floor Redwood City, CA 94063 December 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents I. INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................7 A. Covered Species Population Status ................................................................................... 7 2019 MISSION BLUE STATUS ......................................................................................................................... 8 2020 CALLIPPE SILVERSPOT STATUS.............................................................................................................. 8 2020 SAN BRUNO ELFIN STATUS ................................................................................................................... 9 RARE PLANT STATUS ..................................................................................................................................... 9 II. STATUS OF SPECIES OF CONCERN .........................................................................9 A. Mission Blue Butterfly (Icaricia icarioides missionensis) .............................................. 9 METHODOLOGY .......................................................................................................................................... 10 RESULTS .....................................................................................................................................................
    [Show full text]
  • Bountiful Gardens Heirloom, Untreated, Open-Pollinated Seeds for Sustainable Growing a Project of Ecology Action
    2014 Catalog Bountiful Gardens Heirloom, Untreated, Open-Pollinated Seeds for Sustainable Growing A Project of Ecology Action Bountiful Gardens is a non-profit. Since 1982 we have been educating gardeners about gardening organically and sustainably. All of our seeds are open-pollinated and untreated. New for 2014 VON-4589 Mill Creek Red Onion–115 days. We saw some red Contents onions at the farmer’s market and found About our work 4-7, 78-79 that they were the last of the onions that What the Seed Codes Mean 8 had been bred by local nursery owners Joe and Wanda Turi, who had since Spacing/Area Chart 8 died. We bought the whole box and How To Reach Us 76 took it to Ellen Bartholomew at Golden Rule Garden, who grew our seedstock. SEEDS 9-59 We could not meet the demand for this rare heirloom in 2012 and were unable to offer it last year, but Vegetables 9-32 thanks to Ellen, Jeff Myers, and Jason Menesini, we have been Mixes and Collections 33-35 able to multiply the seed to where we can offer it once again. Mill Compost Crops 36-39 Creek was the name of the Turi’s nursery. This is a Stockton Red Inoculants 63 type, bolt-resistant and very long-keeping. The USDA trials in our area found it to be the only onion they trialed that did equally well Grains and Fibers 40-45 planted either spring or fall. A very special heirloom onion. 100 Oil Crops and Forage Crops 46 seeds GB $2.50 Wild Trees and Shrubs 47-48 VLE-4127 Bronze Goldring Lettuce– Herbs 49-56 spring/fall 60 days.
    [Show full text]
  • Tools and Equipment Ames® Long Fiberglass Handle Shovel Tempered Steel Blade Shovel with Oversized Cushion Grip on a Fiberglass Handle for Added Comfort
    Tools and Equipment Ames® Long Fiberglass Handle Shovel Tempered steel blade shovel with oversized cushion grip on a fiberglass handle for added comfort. A heavy-use tool for frequent jobs and yard maintenance. Suitable for transferring all materials such as dirt, mulch, or gravel. Great value to homeowners with any landscaping and gardening requirements. Digging Tools Square Point - 9.75in L x 5in W x 61.25in H AME25337100-2504 UPC 049206634084 Ames® D-Grip Wood Handle Digging Shovel Min. Buy 6EA Retail $34.39 Make that next gardening project a little Round Point - 8.75in L × 4.8in W x 61in H easier with an ergonomic D-grip that provides AME25332100-2504 UPC 049206634008 comfortable hand placement to grab tool. Min. Buy 6EA Retail $34.39 Durable and dependable, built with Ames heritage quality. Features tempered steel blades Tools & Equipment Tools and North American hardwood handle for strength and durability. 8.75in L × 5.5in W x 42.25in H Ames® Long Handle Round Point Floral Shovel The Ames floral tool line is the perfect size and AME2535800-2270 UPC 049206644755 weight for working in the garden. Ideal for Min. Buy 6EA Retail $31.29 raised bed gardening. The tempered steel blade with power collar will dig in any soil condition. It has a North American hardwood handle for Ames® D-Grip Wood Handle Drain Spade strength and durability with a comfort grip and a Ergonomic D-grip that provides comfortable hand convenient hole for hanging. placement. North American hardwood handle for strength and durability. Designed for digging 2in L x 6in W x 52.875in H narrow trenches and cleaning out previously dug AME2916100-1891 UPC 049206633957 ditches.
    [Show full text]
  • PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 2020/2021 Darlac II the Cutting Experts
    PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 2020/2021 Darlac II The Cutting Experts QUALITY OVER 55 YEARS OF CUTTING TOOLS MEANS SUCCESS! IN SLOUGH! The Darlac Tool Company was a dedication to quality. The company Content List founded in 1963, and since then has been based in the Slough area has built a reputation for quality, since inception and recently became service and value for money. After part of Mr Fothergill’s Seeds - another 02 ABOUT US years of new and innovative product great British, family owned gardening 03 OUR SERVICE introduction, with many ideas company. The watchwords of the suggested by consumers at garden company are “quality at affordable 04 EXPERT RANGE shows throughout the country, prices” and Darlac are constantly 10 SWOP TOP SYSTEM Darlac now have one of the widest winning “Best Buy” and “Best Value We certainly think that is true and we remain dedicated to ranges of cutting tools, hand tools for Money” awards in the consumer 14 PRUNERS supplying the best quality tools at a great value for money and watering equipment available to press. price. We know your customers recognise that and will be 16 SNIPS AND SCISSORS delighted with their purchases. Certainly, we have very few the gardener today – all backed by returns! 18 LOPPERS We have been bringing unique products to the market and 21 SHEARS now feel we have the most comprehensive range in cutting. 25 HIGH PRUNING Please share any thoughts with us which will help us improve our service or our product offer. Let’s hope we have 26 SAWS a great season together.
    [Show full text]
  • Handbook to Urban Gardening
    Handbook to Urban Gardening Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union 1 Partners Amadora Innovation BUPNET GmbH Einurd XWHY / Agency of Understanding KMOP | Athens KMOP | Skopje Author Dimaka Dafni, KMOP, Greece Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union The content of this publication represents the views of the author only and is his/her sole responsibility. The European Commission does not accept any responsibility for use that may be made of the information it contains. 2 Contents Introduction General.............................................................................................................5 Structure of the handbook..............................................................................................6 1. What is urban gardening?.............................................................................................8 The dimensions of Urban Gardening.......................................................................10 a. Development of the local economies........................................................10 b. Social & Cultural inclusion................................................................................11 c. Effects for mental health..................................................................................11 d. Impacts and effects on climate change........................................................13 2. Characteristics and Practice of Urban Gardening............................................15 2.1 Practically steps for creation an urban
    [Show full text]
  • A Breath of Fresh Air Town Manager Sean Turn to VOTE Page A13
    “Please Welcome” Dave Skehan John Grande -our new service management team 546 Providence Rd Whitinsville, MA 01588 (508) 266-6021 Mailed free to requesting homes in Douglas, Northbridge and Uxbridge Vol. V, No. 31 Complimentary to homes by request ONLINE: WWW.BLACKSTONEVALLEYTRIBUNE.COM Friday, May 18, 2012 THIS WEEK’S Hughes, Gonynor elected to Board of Selectmen QUOTE BROWN LOSES OUT BY ONLY ONE VOTE, RECOUNT EXPECTED “What worries you masters you.” BY ADAM T. SILVA the hospital that fateful election With any race as close as the TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER morning with painful kidney selectmen’s, a recount is a natu- Haddon W. Robinson DOUGLAS — “Every vote stones and was unable to vote, ral response. As of Monday, May counts” is an understatement. leaving him only one vote shy. 14, Brown expressed interest in In a three-way, two-seat The election had a paltry 11 seeking a recount. In order for Douglas Board of Selectmen race percent turnout, with only two that to happen, he would have to Tuesday, May 8, political new- contested races, the Selectmen obtain 10 signatures from each of INSIDE comer Keith Brown came in third and Planning Board. the town’s three precincts and with 360 votes, a mere one vote The Planning Board contest return them by Friday, May 18. A2-3— LOCAL behind Don Gonynor’s 361 and was almost as close as the Board “Every election is surprising in incumbent first-place winner of Selectmen, with Douglas polit- it’s own way,” said former A4-5— OPINION Michael Hughes’ 372.
    [Show full text]
  • Good Gardening Supplies Order Form
    GARDEN FEVER - GOOD GARDENING SUPPLIES ORDER FORM EMAIL YOUR ORDER TO: [email protected] Send us an email witH a list of wHat you would like to purcHase & YOUR PHONE NUMBER. ON HAND STOCK CHANGES HOURLY. SOME ITEMS MAY NO LONGER BE IN STOCK, ONCE YOUR ORDER IS PLACED. HOSES SIZE Retail Water RigHt Hoses - polyurethane, aluminum fittings Cranberry, Eggplant, Olive 25' $ 39.99 Cranberry, Eggplant, Olive 50' $ 59.99 Cranberry, Olive 75' $ 79.99 Dramm - rubber, aluminum fittings SIZE Retail Blue, Eggplant, Green, Orange, Red, Yellow 25' $ 49.99 Blue, Eggplant, Green, Orange, Red, Yellow 50' $ 79.99 Dramm Soaker Hoses - recycled tires 25' $ 29.99 50' $ 39.99 Fitt Hose - ligHtweigHt, made in Italy SIZE Retail Patio Expandable Hose Kit - hose & nozzle 60' $ 59.99 Force Pro 50' Hose - Commercial Grade 50' $ 59.99 Dramm Spray Nozzles & Wands Retail 9-Pattern Revolver Spray Nozzle $ 14.99 each green, blue, purple, red, orange, yellow 9-Pattern Revolution Spray Nozzle $ 16.99 each Thumb Control - same colors 9-Pattern Rainselect 16" Water Wand $ 27.99 each 9-Pattern Rainselect 30" Water Wand $ 32.99 each Spray Head One Touch 16" Water Wand $ 24.99 each Spray Head One Touch 30" Water Wand $ 29.99 each Retail Velcro Garden Tie-Wrap 1/2" x 30" $ 2.99 each 1/2" x 45' $ 3.99 each 1/2" x 75' $ 7.99 each 2" x 18' $ 7.99 each Heavy Duty Garden Wire - 50' $ 4.99 each Green Garden Tape - 1/2" x 150' $ 2.99 each Garden Staples, 6" x 1" loop $ 0.10 each Garden Staples, irrigation 1/4" loop $ 0.15 each Wood Plant Labels 6" - 24 labels $ 3.99 each Color Plant Labels 5" - 30 labels $ 3.50 each Copper Labels 6"- 4 labels $ 4.99 each Zinc Labels 6" - 4 labels $ 4.99 each Jute Twine Natural - 200' $ 2.99 each Jute Green Twine - 800' $ 5.99 each Hemp Twine - 2mm, 225' $ 12.99 each Veggie Trellis Netting 5'x 10' $ 6.99 each Bird Netting, nylon - 14' x 14' $ 11.99 each Bulk Materials - sold in foot long lengths Retail Frost Blanket, 6' wide 3ox.
    [Show full text]
  • Tools Equipment Band and Wire Wrap for Reinforcement
    tools and equipment BROOMS & BRUSHES Union Tools® Wood Handle - Tapered End This handle is utilized for a variety of products that require tapered connection. Handle provides flexibility and durability. The handle is smooth and weather resistant. Wood replacement handle fits BROOMS & BRUSHES standard tapered brooms and mops. Designed to withstand industrial use. Union Tools® 16in Orange Poly Street Broom Head *10400944* This 16 inch street broom head features 5in coarse bristles for HANDLE ONLY - 60in x 1-1/8in Diameter NEW sweeping rough and compacted dirt and debris from surfaces like asphalt and sidewalks. The block has two handle holes made to fit AMEBR60HDL13-357 UPC 049206131781 standard tapered handle connections. Clear-coated wood block. Min. Buy 12 EA Retail 5.99 and This broom head comes unassembled and can fit handle #AMEBR60HDL13. *10400952* NEW NEW Union Tools® Jobsite Corn Broom HEAD ONLY - 18in x 5in x 6.5in This corn broom features corn fiber bristles and shaped to AMEBR16SB07-897 UPC 049206131729 sweep tight corners as well as wide spaces. The broom’s Min. Buy 6 EA Retail 14.99 fibers are wound tightly together by four sews, a metal tools equipment band and wire wrap for reinforcement. Union Tools® 18in Rough Surface Push Broom Head *10400951* This 18 inch rough surface push broom head features 3in coarse 11in W x 2.5in x 56.5in H (1-1/8in Diameter x 37.5in Wood Handle) bristles for sweeping dirt and debris from rough surfaces like asphalt and sidewalks. The block has two handle holes made to fit AMEBR09CB09-924 UPC 049206131743 standard 3/4in ACME threaded handle connections.
    [Show full text]
  • 5-Tine and 7-Tine $350 Broadforks “The Soil Key” $75 Hori Hori Magna
    5-Tine and 7-Tine $350 Magna Grecia $135 Broadforks Field Model These broadforks are essentially a human-powered plow. The 5- This incredibly versatile tool is designed for digging, weeding, and tine is our largest fork with 18” tines, while the 7-tine is designed trenching in agricultural soil. It is highly useful for tearing through for people for whom the large 5-Tine Broadfork is too heavy or roots, sifting through or hacking apart clods, and breaking up thick cumbersome and has 12” tines. Either boradfork can be used for hard-pans. The double-tined pick can be sunk deep into the turning over and breaking up soil, breaking through soil thick with ground to pull out sizable chunks utilizing the leverage of the long weeds and roots, for tearing out sizeable shrubs, and for handle, and the flat mattock on the back is perfect for dismantling These tools were designed by farmer, forager, and citizen- harvesting root crops. Excellent for small-scale intensive the chunks. Excellent scientist, Wilson Alvarez. The tools were created utilizing permaculture design principles and processes. Each tool's form agriculture and landscaping. Very heavy duty. Extremely difficult for foraging, small-scale and function are highly ergonomic, and are inspired by Wilson's to bend or break. The fork can be stood upon in order to push the intensive agriculture, many years of deep observation of, and research into, the ways tines deep into the soil, and then the long handles and fulcrum- and landscaping. that large wild animals shape their landscapes through highly wedges allow the fork to be tilted back towards the user to specialized disturbances that give rise to long-term stability within leverage soil, rocks, and plant matter upwards in a way that is not Measurements: the ecosystem.
    [Show full text]