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Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness -- and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. |
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Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? Also ahead: |
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And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. |
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Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. Eastern Equine Encephalitis -- better known as TRIPLE-E.is taking hold on the state. There have been 5 confirmed human cases in NH.so far this year. This past friday we saw the state's first death from Triple-E: 20-year-old Kelly Labell of Newton. The state Department of Health and Human Services is continuing to identify Triple-E in "new" communities across the state. Dozens of birds have tested postive for the mosquito-borne illness and some horses as well. Prevention is key to avoiding Triple-E and the West Nile Virus. Here to shed some light on the virus and the fear it's creating: Doctor Jose Montero, the state Epidemiologist. Welcome. Q Dr Montero: JUST HOW BIG A THREAT IS TRIPLE-E? 5 CASES.how significant is that? SHOULD WE BE ALARMED? Q State officials said: "NEVER SEEN VIRUS SO ACTIVE in NH." Is this A NEW PHENOMENON? Where did it come from? After 2 decades of absense.the EEE virus appeared in the state for 2nd year in a row, this year infecting humans. TRUE? Q What are the EARLY SYMPTOMS.we should be on the look out for?? |
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Q What about WEST NILE VIRUS. similiar or different SYMPTOMS? some confusion between TWO. Q Horses -- NOT CARRIERS.so vaccinating them has no bearing on HUMAN cases? Why is there's a VACCINE.for HORSES.but no treatment for HUMANS??? Q DR MONTERO: Any new RESEARCH on the TREATMENT front? Q Newton girl: BIT BY A BUG ONE DAY, DEAD DAYS LATER --IT's FRIGHTENING. What CAN you do the SAFEGUARD against what can be a potentially deadly disease? Q Wear long sleeves and pants. PARENTS worry about children. can't always control little kids. HOw do you protect them? What about people at ATHLETIC EVENTS. Q DEET products -- danger for kids? kids less than 10% concentration Q DR MONTERO: WHAT ABOUT SPRAYING? A number of communities including MANCHESTER & PORTSMOUTH have SPRAYED -- how EFFECTIVE is that? Q Are there RISKS in SPRAYing? What about the affects on YARDS, SWINGSETS, and the impact on our WATER SYSTEM?? IS it TOO late IF A COMMUNITY WANTED TO SPRAY? Could state WAIVE that delay. State-Of-Emergency needed to do that -- what would constitute.state of emergency?? Q DR MONTERO: When will the THREAT be over ?? 2 FROSTS needed? Will COLD kill off the MOSQUITOES? What are THE IMPLICATIONS for next.year? Q Why is it some people -- get sick and recover from West Nile or Triple-E and others DIE? Q Any parting words to EASE the public's concerns. DR JOSE MONTERO. |
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The state Department of Health and Human Services has set up a hotline to answer questions about both Triple-E and West Nile Virus. The toll-free number is 1-866-273-6453. The hotline is open Monday-Friday from 8 a-m to 4:30 p-m. |
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It's been a month since E-ZPass has been accepted at ALL New Hampshire toll plazas. The state began implementing the new electronic toll collecting system in July at the Hooksett & Bedford tolls -- and had all the toll plazas up and running by mid-August. With E-ZPass in tokens are out! By law, token sales ceased on September first and will only be accepted through the end of the year. New Hampshire Turnpike tokens were first authorized in 19-55 and continued through the years with some changes. Now there's an effort underway to make sure tokens have a place in state History. As Chip Neal tells us, the Museum of New Hampshire History is looking to set up a permanent exhibit on tokens. |
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E-Z PASS didn't come easy to NH. There was heavy debate over discount fares, eliminating tokens, and what to charge for transponders. But, by July -- E-Z Pass had arrived. Now that it's been running for a few weeks, we wanted to know how it's going. Here to talk about that: Albert Almasy, the E-ZPass Project Manager with the Bureau of Turnpikes in the NH Department of Transportation --And, longtime toll plaza Supervisor, George Nash. Welcome. Q ALBERT ALMASY: How many EZ Passes have been issued? How many NH residents ENROLLED? hOW MANY OUT-OF-STATERS? Q MORE than you EXPECTED? Q WAS THERE A LOT OF COLLABORATION WITH OTHER STATES ON THIS ELECTRONIC SYSTEM? PITFALLS.AND KINKS. Q GEORGE NASH: You've seen a lot of cars come and go at the toll plaza. You work at the DOVER plaza. HOW DID E-Z PASS GO IN THE FIRST FEW WEEKS.SMOOTHLY? OR WERE THERE SOME BUMPS? |
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Q AL ALMASY: WHAT ABOUT THOSE WHO DON'T PAY? WHAT HAPPENS? HOW IS THAT MONITORED? Q A LOT of RESISTANCE to losing TOKENS. HAVE YOU TRACKED THE USE OF TOKENS VS RESPONDERS? q ISSUES ABOUT PRIVACY HAVE BEEN RAISED. WHAT'S GOING TO BE DONE WITHAT INFORMATION COLLECTED AT TOLLBOOTHS? Q GEORGE NASH: WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN HEARING FROM THE TRAVELING PUBLIC? WHAT'S BEEN THEIR REACTION? MOSTLY postive??? WHAT YOU EXPECTED?? ANY COMPLAINTS. BETH: WE HAD OUR CAMERAS IN HOOKSETT EARLIER TODAY -- TO GET PUBLIC REACTION. Here's what ONE motorist had to say: Q GEORGE: WHAT ABOUT THAT? STILL A LOT OF CONFUSION ON THE PART OF MOTORISTS AS TO WHICH LANES ARE E-Z PASS? ALBERT ALMASY: CAN YOU USE YOUR E-Z PASS IN ALL LANES ?? FROM THE BEGINNING, OR HAS THAT CHANGED? Q GEORGE: WHAT'S BEEN THE IMPACT OF ELECTRONIC TOLLS ON TOLL COLLECTORS? JOB CUTS? Q ALBERT ALMASY: WHAT DOES THE STATE PAY IN ADMINISTATIVE COSTS FOR EACH TRANSPONDER? ??? ESTIMATED PROGRAM COST PER YEAR 6-7 MILLION? Q AL: HOW LONG BEFORE THE STATE SEES a RETURN ON ITS INVESTMENT???? Q THIS SUMMER we heard STATE OFFICIALS had 'SUSPENDED" SCHEDULED TURNPIKE MAINTENANCE DUE TO THE GROWING OUTLAY FOR THE E-Z PASS PROGRAM. is that STILL THE CASE? Q GEORGE: EZ- PASS Proponents LONG ARUGED THAT IT WOULD "EASE" THE GRIDLOCK ON RTE 16 AND I-95 BOOTHS. BUT, DID TRAFFIC FLOW THRU THE GATES FASTER THIS BUSY SUMMER SEASON? q ANY GLITCHES: One commuter warned: BE CAREFUL: " just taking down your ez pass does not mean it won't still process the toll charge. They still register unless they are concealed in a special packet or Aluminum foil." TRUE? any DOUBLE-BILLING FOR THOSE who also haVE MASS TRANSPONDERS?? Q HOW WILL WE MEASURE SUCCESS? |
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There has been all kinds of reaction to the elimination of tokens and the start-up of E-ZPass. Chip Neal asked one driver what he thought about the new system. |
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That's it for this edition of New Hampshire Outlook. Thanks for watching. I'm Beth Carroll. We'll see you next time. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook: In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, we'll look at New Hampshire's emergency preparedness plans. Join us tonight at 10:00 only on New Hampshire Public Television. |
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XX CORRECTS last sentence XX CONCORD, N.H. - Heavy rains forecasted for this week has health officials asking people to watch out for potential mosquito breeding pools. They want people to continue to turn over recycling boxes, trash cans and any other containers that collect standing water. Mosquitos are potential carriers of Eastern equine encephalitis, a potentially deadly virus. So far this summer, two people have been confirmed to have contracted the illness, with another two cases awaiting confirmation. Infected birds and mosquitos have been found in several towns across the state. Officials in Concord and Manchester have obtained state permits to spray for mosquitos. *** CONCORD, N.H. - Concord has gotten a state permit to spray for mosquitos. New Hampshire has two confirmed human cases of Eastern equine encephalitis and two suspected cases. The disease is spread when mosquitoes bite infected birds, then bite humans. Manchester announced last week it would spray public parks for mosquitoes. AP-NY-08-30-05 1104EDT **** CONCORD, N.H. - Concord has gotten a state permit to spray for mosquitos, to help prevent Eastern equine encaphalitis. The state has two confirmed human cases and two more suspected cases of the deadly disease, also known as Triple-E. Manchester announced last week it would spray public parks, schools and ballfields for mosquitoes. Both cities have contracted with Dragon Mosquito Control of New Hampton to spray Permethrin, an insecticide that kills mosquitoes on contact. Company owner Sarah MacGregor says it's not harmful to people or pets and doesn't remain in the environment long. The company hopes to start spraying in Manchester later this week, but rainy weather may force it to postpone. State health officials say the rain is likely to breed more mosquitoes. They're asking people to get rid of any sources of standing water on their property, wear long pants and shirts, and use mosquito repellent. AP-NY-08-30-05 1103EDT CONCORD, N.H. - Two more birds from Goffstown have tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis -- bringing the state's total to 16 this year. The state says the mosquito season probably will last another five weeks, so it's important to use insect repellant and wear long sleeves and pants while outside. CONCORD, N.H. - State and federal health officials are recommending Concord spray for mosquitos in several city parks as a precaution against Eastern equine encephalitis, but the city has decided not to. Concord officials say the 45-thousand dollar price tag is too steep and that the procedure would not eliminate the threat of the mosquito-borne disease. AP-NY-09-01-05 0558EDT |
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CONTACT: DHHS -- Public Information Office, 603-271-4957 NH Fish and Game -- Liza Poinier, 603-271-3211 September 12, 2005 OUTDOORS ENTHUSIASTS: STAY ALERT TO RISK OF EEE Concord, NH - The Department of Health and Human Services and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department are joining forces to remind outdoor enthusiasts such as hunters, anglers, and hikers about the dangers of Eastern Equine Encephalitis or EEE. Simple precautions can protect people from EEE, which this year has infected five New Hampshire residents. A woman from Newton recently died from the disease. 32 birds and 6 horses have tested positive for the virus this season. Hunters, hikers and anglers often frequent regions with high mosquito populations, such as wetlands and wooded areas, and should take precautions against mosquitoes that might be infected with EEE and West Nile virus. DHHS recommends the use of an effective mosquito repellant -- one that contains DEET, Picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Outdoors enthusiasts should also wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors, and hunters should wear gloves when handling dead birds. Fish and Game staff are working to get the word out to hunters and anglers by sending an announcement to the Department's "e-news" list; providing information on the Fish and Game website; and connecting people with the toll-free EEE and West Nile Virus hotline established by DHHS. "It's a popular time of year to be out hunting or fishing, and simple measures can protect you from EEE and other insect-borne illnesses," said Lee Perry, Executive Director of NH Fish and Game. "If you're on the water or in the field this fall, just remember to cover up and use mosquito repellant. Keep an extra bottle in your backpack or tackle box." "We know EEE is in New Hampshire and we know it is a dangerous disease," said DHHS Commissioner John Stephen. "We hope that people will continue to hunt and fish and enjoy New Hampshire's wildlife -- just take care to protect yourself from mosquitoes. The mosquito season will continue until we see frost across the state. Until that time, use good prevention -- it works." EEE is a mosquito-borne illness that begins with flu-like symptoms of fever and malaise, but often also results in severe headaches and neurological symptoms. In the disease's severe form, it is fatal in about one third of cases. In roughly another third of the cases, the patient lives, but is left with neurological side effects. ### NH Department of Health and Human Services: http:/www.dhhs.nh.gov. NH Fish and Game Department: http:/www.wildlife.state.nh.us. ### Prevention Guidelines for West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis NH Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health Services 1. Eliminate standing water and other mosquito breeding locations. In warm weather, mosquitoes can breed in any puddle that lasts more than 4 days! * Remove old tires from your property. * Dispose of tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots, or other containers. Don't overlook containers that have become overgrown by aquatic vegetation. * Drill holes in the bottom of recycling containers that are left outside. * Make sure roof gutters are clean and draining properly. * Clean and chlorinate swimming pools and hot tubs. If not in use, keep empty and covered and keep covers free of standing water. * Aerate garden ponds or stock them with fish. * Turn over wheelbarrows and change water in birdbaths at least twice weekly. * Turn over plastic wading pools when not in use. * Remind or help neighbors to eliminate breeding sites on their properties. 2. Be aware of where mosquitoes live and breed and keep them from entering your home. * Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Weeds, tall grass, and bushes provide an outdoor home for the adult Culex pipiens mosquito , which is most commonly associated with West Nile virus. * Mosquitoes can enter homes through unscreened windows or doors, or broken screens. Make sure that doors and windows have tight-fitting screens. Repair or replace all screens in your home that have tears or holes. * Resting mosquitoes can often be flushed from indoor resting sites by using sweeping motions under beds, behind bedside tables etc. and once in flight, exterminated prior to sleeping at night. 3. Protect yourself from mosquito bites. * If outside during evening, nighttime, and dawn hours when mosquitoes are most active and likely to bite, children and adults should wear protective clothing such as long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and socks. * Consider the use of an effective insect repellent, such as one containing DEET. A repellent containing 10% or less DEET for children, and no more than 30% DEET for adults. Use DEET according to the manufacturer's directions. Children should not apply DEET to themselves. Repellents that contain Picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus have also been determined to be effective. * Vitamin B, ultrasonic devices, incense, and bug zappers have not been shown to be effective in preventing mosquito bites. For more information on West Nile Virus, call the NH Department of Health and Human Services toll-free West Nile Virus Information Line at 866-273-NILE , or visit the West Nile Virus Website at www.dhhs.nh.gov. ### |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 09/14/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 13:45 minutes Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. Eastern Equine Encephalitis -- better known as TRIPLE-E -- is taking hold on the state. There have been 5 confirmed human cases in NH so far this year. This past friday we saw the state's first death from Triple-E: 20-year-old Kelly Labell of Newton. The state Department of Health and Human Services is continuing to identify Triple-E in "new" communities across the state. Dozens of birds have tested postive for the mosquito-borne illness and some horses as well. Prevention is key to avoiding Triple-E and the West Nile Virus. Here to shed some light on the virus and the fear it's creating: Doctor Jose Montero, the state Epidemiologist. Welcome. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Dr. Jose Montero\NH Epidemiologist |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 09/14/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 4:16 minutes Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. It's been a month since E-ZPass has been accepted at ALL New Hampshire toll plazas. The state began implementing the new electronic toll collecting system in July at the Hooksett & Bedford tolls and had all the toll plazas up and running by mid-August. With E-ZPass in tokens are out! By law, token sales ceased on September first and will only be accepted through the end of the year. New Hampshire Turnpike tokens were first authorized in 1955 and continued through the years with some changes. Now there's an effort underway to make sure tokens have a place in state History. As Chip Neal tells us, the Museum of New Hampshire History is looking to set up a permanent exhibit on tokens. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Chip Neal NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Wesley Balla\Dir. of Exhibitions, Museum of NH History |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 09/14/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 4:16 minutes Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. It's been a month since E-ZPass has been accepted at ALL New Hampshire toll plazas. The state began implementing the new electronic toll collecting system in July at the Hooksett & Bedford tolls and had all the toll plazas up and running by mid-August. With E-ZPass in tokens are out! By law, token sales ceased on September first and will only be accepted through the end of the year. New Hampshire Turnpike tokens were first authorized in 1955 and continued through the years with some changes. Now there's an effort underway to make sure tokens have a place in state History. As Chip Neal tells us, the Museum of New Hampshire History is looking to set up a permanent exhibit on tokens. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Chip Neal NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Wesley Balla\Dir. of Exhibitions, Museum of NH History |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 09/14/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 4:16 minutes Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. It's been a month since E-ZPass has been accepted at ALL New Hampshire toll plazas. The state began implementing the new electronic toll collecting system in July at the Hooksett & Bedford tolls and had all the toll plazas up and running by mid-August. With E-ZPass in tokens are out! By law, token sales ceased on September first and will only be accepted through the end of the year. New Hampshire Turnpike tokens were first authorized in 1955 and continued through the years with some changes. Now there's an effort underway to make sure tokens have a place in state History. As Chip Neal tells us, the Museum of New Hampshire History is looking to set up a permanent exhibit on tokens. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Chip Neal NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Wesley Balla\Dir. of Exhibitions, Museum of NH History |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 09/14/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 4:16 minutes Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. It's been a month since E-ZPass has been accepted at ALL New Hampshire toll plazas. The state began implementing the new electronic toll collecting system in July at the Hooksett & Bedford tolls and had all the toll plazas up and running by mid-August. With E-ZPass in tokens are out! By law, token sales ceased on September first and will only be accepted through the end of the year. New Hampshire Turnpike tokens were first authorized in 1955 and continued through the years with some changes. Now there's an effort underway to make sure tokens have a place in state History. As Chip Neal tells us, the Museum of New Hampshire History is looking to set up a permanent exhibit on tokens. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Chip Neal NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Wesley Balla\Dir. of Exhibitions, Museum of NH History |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 09/14/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 11:10 minutes Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. E-Z PASS didn't come easy to NH. There was heavy debate over discount fares, eliminating tokens, and what to charge for transponders. But, by July, E-Z Pass had arrived. Now that it's been running for a few weeks, we wanted to know how it's going. Here to talk about that: Albert Almasy, the E-ZPass Project Manager with the Bureau of Turnpikes in the NH Department of Transportation. And, longtime toll plaza Supervisor, George Nash. Welcome. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Albert Almasy\NH DOT Bureau of Turnpikes, Albert Almasy\E-ZPass Project Manager, George Nash\Supervisor, Dover Toll Plaza |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 09/14/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 11:10 minutes Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. E-Z PASS didn't come easy to NH. There was heavy debate over discount fares, eliminating tokens, and what to charge for transponders. But, by July, E-Z Pass had arrived. Now that it's been running for a few weeks, we wanted to know how it's going. Here to talk about that: Albert Almasy, the E-ZPass Project Manager with the Bureau of Turnpikes in the NH Department of Transportation. And, longtime toll plaza Supervisor, George Nash. Welcome. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Albert Almasy\NH DOT Bureau of Turnpikes, Albert Almasy\E-ZPass Project Manager, George Nash\Supervisor, Dover Toll Plaza |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 09/14/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 11:10 minutes Triple-E. Signs and symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness and how to protect against the potentially deadly illness. Plus, a progress report on E-ZPass. Is it any easier to travel on New Hampshire highways? And later, plans in the works so that highway tokens have a place in New Hampshire history. E-Z PASS didn't come easy to NH. There was heavy debate over discount fares, eliminating tokens, and what to charge for transponders. But, by July, E-Z Pass had arrived. Now that it's been running for a few weeks, we wanted to know how it's going. Here to talk about that: Albert Almasy, the E-ZPass Project Manager with the Bureau of Turnpikes in the NH Department of Transportation. And, longtime toll plaza Supervisor, George Nash. Welcome. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Albert Almasy\NH DOT Bureau of Turnpikes, Albert Almasy\E-ZPass Project Manager, George Nash\Supervisor, Dover Toll Plaza |
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Director's Notes: Very good show. We ended early since we started 4:30. There are a few things to think about next time, to remind the prompter person that Beth is going to read a script during an interview. Also, |
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Tolls are half-price with the tokens. E-ZPass offers a 30 percent discount. AP-NH--Toll Evaders CORRECTION N.H. inadvertently repealed its law against evading tolls dewman Clarifies second graf to show the change repealed the 140-dollar fine CONCORD, N.H. - New Hampshire officials are working to fix a mistake that tossed out the law that made it illegal to evade highway tolls. It happened when the state introduced the electronic E-ZPass system at toll booths this summer. The law change made driving through an E-ZPass lane without paying punishable by a 25-dollar fine, but somehow the change repealed the law that made toll evasion punishable by a 140-dollar fine. State officials will ask legislators to fix the problem when they return to Concord for the 2006 session. In the meantime, Assistant Safety Commissioner Earl Sweeney says all toll evaders are still subject to administrative fines of 25 dollars for driving through without paying. AP-NY-09-13-05 1312EDT |
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