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January 3, 2008 This eNewsletter is a roundup of government-related news targeted to local, state and federal government. Topics include major contracts awarded by local, state and federal government agencies; product trends and innovations; government best practices and resources; and political and regulatory developments affecting government purchasing activities. Go to www.govpro.com to view the latest products, daily news and government suppliers. In This Issue 1. Puppies go to Texas jail before embarking on explosives training 2. Transit agencies order 1,052 diesel-electric hybrid buses from Daimler 3. Study: States face $2.73 trillion bill for retiree benefits 4. Network-based surveillance system boosts safety at San Diego beach 5. IP-based intercom brings order to county court complex News 1. Puppies go to Texas jail before embarking on explosives training By Kristin Atwater Under a Prison Puppy Program, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has sent four future bomb-sniffing dogs to a Texas jail, where inmates will help care for the pups. Full Story 2. Transit agencies order 1,052 diesel-electric hybrid buses from Daimler By Josh Cable MTA New York City Transit and OC Transpo have ordered a total of 1,052 Orion VII Next Generation diesel-electric hybrid transit buses from Greensboro, N.C.-based Daimler Buses North America, the company announced. Full Story Did you miss the Public Services Government WebExpo? Featuring: Create Value Through Increased Competition on Construction Projects Sponsored by Contech Construction Products, Inc. Watch this webcast to learn five action items you can implement that have yielded positive results for other construction projects. This presentation also highlights steps that have been taken by governmental agencies to increase the competition bidding for their projects. Log on today! PROBLEM SOLVER SPOTLIGHT Get Rid of Birds! Bird-X, Inc. recognized as the bird control "X-perts" since 1964, offers the world's most complete line of affordable products - an effective solution for ANY bird problem for repelling birds like pigeons, sparrows, starlings, Canada geese and more. No more droppings, mess, diseases or money wasted on expensive clean-ups. Our products (needle strips, netting, sonic distress-call repellers, ultrasonics, taste aversions, visual deterrents and sticky repellent gels) are non-lethal, non-harmful, and environmentally safe, do not harm birds and ecologically sound. We innovate and develop new technologies, and we offer (and stand behind) the very best solutions. Guaranteed solutions! For a FREE consultation call 800-662-5021. For more information, visit www.bird-x.com. 3. Study: States face $2.73 trillion bill for retiree benefits By Josh Cable States have promised at least $2.73 trillion in pension, health care and other retirement benefits for public employees over the next three decades, according to a report by the Pew Charitable Trusts' Center on the States. Full Story Your vote counts! Our latest QuickPoll question asks you to compare your 2008 agency/department budget to the previous year's. Look for the final results in the January issue of Government Products News. Let your voice be heard! To vote, click here. Case Histories 4. Network-based surveillance system boosts safety at San Diego beach A new network-based video system monitoring San Diego's famed Mission Beach is helping police battle a recent escalation in violent crime. Dotworkz Systems Inc., a San Diego company that focuses on network-based video products, designed the system using a variety of products to fit the application's unique needs. Full Story 5. IP-based intercom brings order to county court complex Even in rural America, county courtrooms have become a dangerous place to be -- and to work. More and more, judges and court workers find themselves being threatened by defendants, plaintiffs and others who are unhappy with the day's proceedings. Full Story PRINT SUBSCRIPTION | EMAIL SUBSCRIPTION | PRIVACY POLICY | CONTACT STAFF This eNewsletter This eNewsletter was sent to: #email# You've received this e-newsletter for one of two reasons: 1. You signed up for it on our web site. 2. You are a reader of Government Product News magazine. If you would like to unsubscribe Click here 2008 Penton Media, Inc. Government Product News 1300 E 9th Street Cleveland, OH 44114-1503 www.govpro.com