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May
2009
Issue
In This Issue
"Red Flag Rule" Delayed
Earth Day Recycle & Shred Fest was a Success
Customer Spotlight
Security Tip of the Month
Recipe of the Month
Environmental Savings Report
In April Allshred Services shredded and recycled 1,062,587 pounds of paper!
This means by using our services you have helped save 9,032 trees, 3,719,055 gallons of water, 2,178,303 kwh of electricity, 201,892 gallons of oil and have saved over 1,753 cubic yards of landfill space.
Green Tip of Month
Using a commercial car wash can save up to 60% of water compared to washing a vehicle at home. Under the Clean Water Act, companies are required to drain wastewater into sewer systems instead of storm drains allowing the wastewater to be treated before re-entering the water supply. Also, when selecting products for washing your car, choose trip-concentrated bio-degradable products.
Fun
Facts
During his or her lifetime, the average human will grow 590 miles of hair.
The average Big Mac has 198 sesame seeds on it.
A Blue Whale's tongue weighs more than an elephant.
Brain Shredder
Peter picked one pepper more than Paul. Pat picked one peper more than Pam. Peter and Paul picked 10 more peppers than Pat and Pam. Peter, Paul, Pat and Pam picked 60 peppers.
How many peppers did Peter pick?
**Please look in June's newsletter to find the answer!
April Brain Shredder Answer: 8,549,176,320 is in alphabetical order.
According to an April 30th Federal Trade Commission press release, The Federal Trade Commission will delay enforcement of the new “Red Flags Rule” until August 1, 2009, to give creditors and financial institutions more time to develop and implement written identity theft prevention programs. The new “Red Flags Rule” require creditors and financial institutions to adopt identity theft Prevention Programs.
For more information on the new “Red Flags Rule” and to see if they apply to your business visit the Federal Trade Commission’s website at www.ftc.gov
To read a copy of the FTC's April press release click here:
Recycle & Shred Fest Was a Success!
Allshred Services, The Mirror Newspaper and the Maumee Chamber of Commerce teamed up together and sponsored the 2009 Earth Day Recycle and Shred Fest. Approximatley 100 cars stopped by the event on April 22. Allshred collected 3,900 pounds of paper and 3,649 pounds of electronic equipment. With the amount of paper that was collected at the event we were able to save 33 trees, 13,650 gallons of water, 7,995 kwh of electricity, 741 gallons of oil, and 6 cubic yards of landfill space. We received $450.00 in donations which was given to the Maumee City Schools for their student recycling program.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the event and helped to make it a great success.
Customer Spotlight
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Can't quite see as well as you'd like? Let the Eye Institute of Northwestern Ohio help. Dr. Carol Kollarits, who previously served as the Director of Ophthalmology at the Medical College of Ohio, and her team continue their 32 year history of providing world class eye care service using state-of-the-art technology. "We are proud of our staff," said Dr. Kollarits.
The Eye Institute's optometrist, Dr. Michael Williams, and Drs. Carol Kollarits and Ronald Kendrick, board certified ophthalmologists, are committed to improving and preserving your sight. Customer safety, comfort, and convenience are their top priorities. It is up to the customer to take the first step in preserving their eyesight by having a thorough eye exam regularly.
In addition to routine exams and ocular health analysis, the Eye Institute team provides the latest technologies for glaucoma treatment, cataract surgery, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and other ocular procedures in their Medicare-approved surgery facility. This includes the "no-stitch, no needle" cataract surgery.
Another example is the new LASIK alternative called Advanced Surface Treatment (AST). This procedure uses the same excimer laser as LASIK yet provides a lower risk of complications. It is ideal for those patients who are near sighted, far sighted or have an astigmatism.
The Eye Institute also is northwest Ohio's eyewear fashion destination, providing hundreds of frames and lenses to fit many unique tastes.
The Eye Institute proudly accepts used eyeglasses in partnership with Maumee Lions Club to donate to individuals in need.
The facility offers custom-designed amenities focused on customer comfort and safety including year-round covered parking, complete wheelchair accessibility, and decor showcasing artistic works by award winning local photographer Howard Burkert.
Call the Eye Institute team at 419-865-3866 and schedule your appointment today. For directions or more information, you also can visit their website at www.eyeinstitutenwo.com.
If you are interested in having your company featured in the next Customer Spotlight, please email Lindsey Halstead at lhalstead@allshredservices.com
Security Tip of the Month
Use Caution on the Web
When shopping online, make sure to read the websites privacy policy and how your information is safe-guarded in storage. This information should be on all protected websites, if you do not see this do not enter any sensitive information. When you are at the point where you need to enter your personal and credit card information the letters at the beginning of the address bar should change from "http" to "https" or "shttp". Get in the habit of digging around on a website before making a purchase you may regret.
Recipe of the Month
Caramel Crispix Mix Submitted by: Jennifer Lumm
Accounting Clerk
What You Need: 1/2 C. Butter
1/2 C. Karo Syrup
1 C. Brown Sugar
1 tsp. Vanilla
1 tsp. Banking Soda
1 1/2 C. Cashews
2 C. Pretzels
8 C. Crispix Cereal (1 large box makes 2 batches)
How To Make It:
Mix butter, Karo syrup, and brown sugar and boil for 3 minutes
Remove from heat; add vanilla and baking soda
In a separate bowl, mix cashews, pretzels, and Crispix
Pour butter mixture over Crispix mixture and stir.
Spread mix on a large baking pan and bake at 250 degrees for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
