Girl Connection, Girls & Sport-Part II, June 2004

Newsletter for professionals who work with girls involved in or at risk for involvement in the juvenile justice system.

Investigation into Improved Pavement Curing Materials and Techniques: Part 2 - Phase III, March 2003

Appropriate curing is important for concrete to obtain the designed properties. This research was conducted to evaluate the curing effects of different curing materials and methods on pavement properties. At present the sprayed curing compound is a common used method for pavement and other concrete structure construction. Three curing compounds were selected for testing. Two different application rates were employed for the white-pigmented liquid curing compounds. The concrete properties of temperature, moisture content, conductivity, and permeability were examined at several test locations. It was found, in this project, that the concrete properties varied with the depth. Of the tests conducted (maturity, sorptivity, permeability, and conductivity), conductivity appears to be the best method to evaluate the curing effects in the field and bears potential for field application. The results indicated that currently approved curing materials in Iowa, when spread uniformly in a single or double application, provide adequate curing protection and meet the goals of the Iowa Department of Transportation. Experimental curing methods can be compared to this method through the use of conductivity testing to determine their application in the field.

Investgiation into Improved Pavement Curing Materials and Techniques: Part 1 - Phases I and II, April 2002

Concrete curing is closely related to cement hydration, microstructure development, and concrete performance. Application of a liquid membrane-forming curing compound is among the most widely used curing methods for concrete pavements and bridge decks. Curing compounds are economical, easy to apply, and maintenance free. However, limited research has been done to investigate the effectiveness of different curing compounds and their application technologies. No reliable standard testing method is available to evaluate the effectiveness of curing, especially of the field concrete curing. The present research investigates the effects of curing compound materials and application technologies on concrete properties, especially on the properties of surface concrete. This report presents a literature review of curing technology, with an emphasis on curing compounds, and the experimental results from the first part of this research—lab investigation. In the lab investigation, three curing compounds were selected and applied to mortar specimens at three different times after casting. Two application methods, single- and double-layer applications, were employed. Moisture content, conductivity, sorptivity, and degree of hydration were measured at different depths of the specimens. Flexural and compressive strength of the specimens were also tested. Statistical analysis was conducted to examine the relationships between these material properties. The research results indicate that application of a curing compound significantly increased moisture content and degree of cement hydration and reduced sorptivity of the near-surface-area concrete. For given concrete materials and mix proportions, optimal application time of curing compounds depended primarily upon the weather condition. If a sufficient amount of a high-efficiency-index curing compound was uniformly applied, no double-layer application was necessary. Among all test methods applied, the sorptivity test is the most sensitive one to provide good indication for the subtle changes in microstructure of the near-surface-area concrete caused by different curing materials and application methods. Sorptivity measurement has a close relation with moisture content and degree of hydration. The research results have established a baseline for and provided insight into the further development of testing procedures for evaluation of curing compounds in field. Recommendations are provided for further field study.

Audit report on the Iowa Judicial Branch – County Clerks of District Courts, a part of the State of Iowa, for the year ended June 30, 2006

Audit report on the Iowa Judicial Branch – County Clerks of District Courts, a part of the State of Iowa, for the year ended June 30, 2006

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Guidebook Part 1

Part 1 of 7 for Henry County's Transition Partners Guidebook specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Guidebook Part 2

Part 2 of 7 for Henry County's Transition Partners Guidebook specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Guidebook Part 3

Part 3 of 7 for Henry County's Transition Partners Guidebook specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Guidebook Part 4

Part 4 of 7 for Henry County's Transition Partners Guidebook specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Guidebook Part 5

Part 5 of 7 for Henry County's Transition Partners Guidebook specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Guidebook Part 6

Part 6 of 7 for Henry County's Transition Partners Guidebook specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Directory Part 1

Part 1 of 3 for Henry County's Transition Partners Resource Directory specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Directory Part 2

Part 2 of 3 for Henry County's Transition Partners Resource Directory specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Improving Transition Outcomes: Henry County Transition Partners: Directory Part 3

Part 3 of 3 for Henry County's Transition Partners Resource Directory specific to youth with disabilities transitioning from high school to employment, post-secondary education, or adult services.

Iowa 2008 Medicare Part D Stand-Alone Prescription Drug Plans, 2008

Medicare Deductible, co-insurance and premiuns form, and rescription drugs plans.

Report on the Iowa Judicial Branch – County Clerks of District Courts, a part of the State of Iowa, for the year ended June 30, 2007

Report on the Iowa Judicial Branch – County Clerks of District Courts, a part of the State of Iowa, for the year ended June 30, 2007