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DDOOEE SSeeeekkss PPuubblliicc CCoommmmeenntt oonn NNaattiioonnaall 5 Obama’s nominees to head the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Lisa Jack- TTrraannssppoorrttaattiioonn PPllaann ffoorr YYuuccccaa MMoouunnttaaiinn son, and the White House Council on Environmental Quality, Nancy Sutley, were TTrraannssiittiioonn FFrroomm HHiigghhllyy EEnnrriicchheedd UUrraanniiuumm 6 confirmed lastThursday. FFeeaassiibbllee——NNAASS RReeppoorrtt Committee assignments in Congress are provisionally complete because legal chal- NNEEII CCoommmmeennttss oonn PPrrooppoosseedd VViirrggiinniiaa 7 lenges prevent Minnesota from certifying one senator, and New York’s nominee to UUrraanniiuumm SSttuuddyy replace Hilary Clinton, now Obama’s secretary of state, had not been sworn in at this writing. Still, continuity in the Senate energy committees was matched by a dramatic change in the analogous House committees. In the Senate, Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.) continues as chairman and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) as ranking Republican member of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee. The committee devoted much of Energy Secretary Chu’s confirmation hearing to nuclear energy, eliciting a pledge from him to move forward with numer- ous initiatives important to the industry, including loan guarantees. The House Energy and CommerceCommitteesuggests a more difficult path for- ward. Henry Waxman (D-Calif.), the new chairman of the committee, has not made his views on nuclear energy known. However, Rep. Edward Markey (D-Mass.), the new chairman of the Energy and Environment Subcommittee, does not support nuclear energy. Markey said last month, “An increase in nuclear power plant construction would escalate the risk of nuclear bomb-making materials and know-how ending up in the wrong hands, with potentially catastrophic consequences for our country. Instead of financial subsidies for nuclear plants, we should invest in alternative energy projects that are less likely to become prime terrorism targets or a source of dirty bomb materials.” No terrorist or other person with malign intentions has diverted materials intended for use in a NNuucclleeaarr EEnneerrggyy OOvveerrvviieewwiiss aavvaaiillaabbllee ttoo NNEEII nuclear power plant. mmeemmbbeerrss iinn PPDDFF ffoorrmmaatt oonn NNEEII’’ss mmeemmbbeerr WWeebb One provision of the House economic stimulus bill creates a temporary addition to ssiittee aatt mmeemmbbeerr..nneeii..oorrgg.. TToo aacccceessss tthhee ccuurrrreenntt the loan guarantee program specific to renewable energy and transmission technolo- iissssuuee,, eenntteerr yyoouurr IIDD aanndd ppaasssswwoorrdd aanndd ggoo ttoo gies. Unlike the existing loan guarantee program, companies do not pay the subsidy tthhee hhoommee ppaaggee.. FFoorr aarrcchhiivveedd iissssuueess,, cclliicckk oonn cost. Instead, according to a report released by the House Appropriations Committee ““RReessoouurrccee LLiibbrraarryy”” aanndd tthheenn oonn ““NNuucclleeaarr last week, Congress appropriates an amount—about $8 billion—that will support EEnneerrggyy OOvveerrvviieeww..”” more than $80 billion in guarantees for qualifying projects. milestones new from nei on the hill upcoming events NUCLEAR ENERGY Rep. Fred Upton (R-Mich.) introduced an amendment extending the reach of the program to include nuclear energy as a “zero emission technology.” Though this transitions amendment failed, it suggests that nuclear energy’s non-carbon-emitting nature may allow it to be included in government programs with energy sources more traditionally classified as renewable. As currently drafted, the program would expire after September 2011. As with many portions of the stimulus package, these provisions are subject to Industry debate and may not appear in the final legislation. American Electric Power (AEP) has named JJoosseepphh JJeennsseennsenior vice presi- dent and chief nuclear officer of the util- Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee ity’s Cook nuclewar oplrankt. iJne npserno jgoirneedss AEP in 2003 and served as site vice president of Cook until January 2008. Jeff Bingaman (N.M.), Chairman Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), Ranking Member * MMiicchhaaeell RReenncchheecckkwill become presi- dent and CEO of AREVA NP. Rencheck Democrats Republicans joins the compaCnyo fnrotmra Acmtesr ican Elec- tric Power, where he served most recently as senior vice president and Evan Bayh (Ind.) John Barrasso (Wyo.) chief nuclear officer of the nuclear gen- Maria Cantwell (Wash.) * Robert Bennett (Utah) eration group. He succeeds TToomm Byron Dorgan (N.D.) * Sam Brownback (Kan.) CChhrriissttoopphheerr, who will continue to sup- Tim Johnson (S.D.) * Jim Bunning (Ky.) * port the company part-time as vice Mary Landrieu (La.) * Richard Burr (N.C.) * chairman of AREVA NP through June. in this issue Blanche Lincoln (Ark.) Bob Corker (Tenn.) * Robert Menendez (N.J.)* John McCain (Ariz.) MMiikkee MMccCCaallllhas resigned as chief Jim Risch (Idaho) Jeanne Shaheen (N.H.) operating officer of Luminant. In his Jeff Sessions (Ala.)* Debbie Stabenow (Mich.) 28-year career, McCall has held other Mark Udall (Colo.) key roles, including chairman and CEO Ron Wyden (Ore.) * of Luminant Energy. Independent Pinnacle West Capital Corp. has Bernard Sanders (Vt.) announced the following changes to its * leadership: DDoonn BBrraannddttwill become CEO (cid:3) * Members of the Energy Subcommittee and chairman. Brandt will continue to serve as president of Pinnacle and CEO of Arizona Public Service (APS). He suc- ceeds BBiillll PPoosstt, who will retire at the end of April after 38 years with the com- pany. DDoonn RRoobbiinnssoonn, currently senior (cid:3) vice president of planning and adminis- tration at APS, will become president and chief operating officer. Robinson joined the company in 1978. Continued on next page January 26, 2009 Page 2 NUCLEAR ENERGY USEC Inc. appointed PPaauull SSuulllliivvaann House Energy and Commerce Committee vice president of operations. Sullivan recently retired with the rank of vice admiral after 34 years of service in the Henry A. Waxman (Calif.), chairman U.S. Navy. He succeeds RRuusssseellll Joe Barton (Texas), ranking member SSttaarrkkeeyy, who vacated the position in Democrats Republicans July 2008 to become vice president of American Centrifuge. Tammy Baldwin (Wis.) * Marsha Blackburn (Tenn.) * Troutman Sanders LLP has John Barrow (Ga.) * Roy Blunt (Mo.) * announced the following additions to Rick Boucher (Va.) * Michael Burgess (Texas) * its nuclear regulation practice group: Bruce Braley (Iowa) Steve Buyer (Ind.) WWiilllliiaamm BBrriiggggss JJrr.., a partner, (cid:3) G.K. Butterfield (N.C.) * Nathan Deal (Ga.) previously served as solicitor of the Lois Capps (Calif.) * Phil Gingrey (Ga.) U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Kathy Castor (Fla.) Ralph Hall (Texas) * MMeerrrriill HHiirrsshh, also a partner, (cid:3) Donna Christensen (V.I.) Mary Bono Mack (Calif.) * served as a litigator for over 25 years Diana DeGette (Colo.) Tim Murphy (Penn.) and as a trial attorney in the civil divi- John Dingell (Mich.) * Sue Myrick (N.C.)* sion of the U.S. Department of Mike Doyle (Penn.) * Joseph Pitts (Penn.) Justice. Eliot Engel (N.Y.) * George Radanovich (Calif.) Anna Eshoo (Calif.) Michael Rogers (Mich.) * Charles Gonzalez (Texas) * John Shadegg (Ariz.)* International Bart Gordon (Tenn.) John Shimkus (Ill.)* LLaauurreenntt SSttrriicckkeerrwill become chair- Gene Green (Texas) * Cliff Stearns (Fla.) man of the World Association of Jane Harman (Calif.) * John Sullivan (Okla.) * Nuclear Operators. Stricker succeeds Baron Hill (Ind.) * Lee Terry (Neb.) WWiilllliiaamm CCaavvaannaauugghh IIIIII, who served Jay Inslee (Wash.) * Fred Upton (Mich.) as chairman for over four years. Jerry McNerney (Calif.) * Greg Walden (Ore.) * Edward Markey (Mass.) * Ed Whitfield (Ky.) * Jim Matheson (Utah) * Doris Matsui (Calif.) * Charlie Melancon (La.) * Christopher Murphy (Conn.) Frank Pallone (N.J.)* Mike Ross (Ark.) * Bobby Rush (Ill.) John Sarbanes (Md.) Janice Schakowsky (Ill.) Zack Space (Ohio) Bart Stupak (Mich.) Betty Sutton (Ohio) Anthony Weiner (N.Y.) Peter Welch (Vt.) * * Members of the Energy and Environment Subcommittee January 26, 2009 Page 3 milestones new from nei NUCLEAR ENERGY Texas Firm Licensed to Dispose of Low-Level Radioactive Waste W on the hill aste Control Specialists became the first American company permitted to dis- pose of Class A, B and C low-level radioactive waste after the Texas Commis- sion on Environmental Quality granted it a license last week. House Ways and Means Commit- The Texas legislature created a 30-day period in 2004 for the commission to teemarkup of the tax and health pro- accept license requests for such facilities. The legislation follows the guidance out- visions of the economic stimulus bill. lined in the Low-Level Radioactive Waste Policy Amendments Act of 1985, which The markup will be held Jan. 27 upcoming events encourages states to establish facilities to dispose of low-level radioactive waste gen- (S-128 Capitol Building). The time is erated within their borders. tentatively set for 2 p.m. The act further recommends multi-state compacts to increase operational effi- ciency. Texas and Vermont formed such a pact to dispose of low-level waste from Note: Committee schedules are subject to change. both states. The license covers both states’ ability to use the new facility. Class A low-level waste contains radionuclides with the lowest concentrations and the shortest half-lives; Classes B and C contain greater concentrations of radionu- clides with longer half-lives. U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations transitions ensure that Class A low-level waste is contained for up to 100 years, Class B waste for up to 300 years and Class C waste for up to 500 years. The vast majority—about 90 percent—of low-level waste produced by nuclear power plants is categorized as Class A, though the Texas facility will handle materi- als from other sources as well. There is a further categorization, called “greater than Class C,” but the U.S. Department of Energy takes charge of all such designated waste. Waste Control Specialists must still acquire mineral rights to the anticipated site work in progress and expects to hire about 75 employees at its Andrews County facility. The company has 10 years’ experience disposing of hazardous and toxic waste and treating and storing low-level radioactive waste. The Andrews County site represents its first low-level nuclear waste disposal operation. work in progress EEI Unveils Climate Change Plan T he Edison Electric Institute (EEI), the association representing U.S. shareholder- owned electric companies, has adopted a new climate change framework calling for an 80 percent reduction in carbon emissions from current levels by 2050. The framework, released Jan. 14, calls for a federal cap-and-trade system to reach this goal with 40 percent of initial allowances allocated to the electric power sector. in this issue “We believe these principles will help assure that U.S. climate policy is success- ful in both reducing greenhouse gas emissions and addressing the very real cost concerns of our customers as much as possible,” said David Ratcliffe, EEI chair- man and president and CEO of Atlanta-based Southern Co. Other highlights of the report include the findings that “maximizing new nuclear is key to mid- to longer-term reductions,” efficiency and renewables are key to “near-term reduction,” and carbon capture and storage and advanced coal technologies are “necessary to preserving the coal option.” The framework urges harmonization on climate change policy between individ- ual states and the federal government. The framework is designed to allow a range of related state agendas such as energy efficiency programs or renewable portfolio January 26, 2009 Page 4 NUCLEAR ENERGY standards. However, it also makes clear that there “should not be multiple cap-and- trade programs” for greenhouse gas reductions, but rather a “single comprehensive federal climate law.” milestones EEI President Tom Kuhn noted that the new document builds upon climate change principles EEI’s board adopted in February 2007. These committed EEI to support the concept of mandatory federal legislation capping carbon emissions. The Indian Point 3 in Buchanan, N.Y., 2007 framework emphasized the importance of developing and using a full range of set a site record for continuous oper- climate-friendly technologies as well as including a series of measures to contain ation, reaching 617 days of continu- new from nei costs forcustomers. ous operation on Jan. 20, according One of these cost-relief measures is an “allocation formula” that would provide to Entergy. The company also said the allowances directly to electricity customers through local distribution companies. site’s two operating units generated The EEI framework also calls for a “price collar,” which would provide a firm 17,389,259 net megawatt-hours last price floor and ceiling for the cost of carbon. The EEI board recommends that the year, up from the previous 2006 site price collar start narrowly and gradually expand over time as climate-friendly tech- record of 16,959,197 net megawatt- on the hill nologies become more readily available. A price floor and ceiling would allow electric hours. companies and utilities to create long-term strategic plans based on more stable, pre- dictable carbon prices. DOE Seeks Public Comment on National upcoming events Transportation Plan for Yucca Mountain T he U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Civilian Radioactive Waste Management has published its strategy for the development and implementation of a national system to transport used nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste to the planned high-level radioactive waste repository at Yucca Mountain, Nev. The Energy Departmentwill accept public comments on its transport plan until April 30. Although used fuel shipments are not expected to begin before 2020, the transitions Office of Civilian Radioactive Waste Management, or OCRWM, says it wants to ensure that the concerns of state, tribal andlocal officials along withother interested stakeholders are taken into account. OCRWM will update the plan as appropriate to incorporate stakeholder and pub- lic comments and to reflect progress in the development and implementation of the transportation system, as well as any changes to the overall waste management system. Yucca Mountain was designated in 2002 as the site for the repository. In June work in progress 2008, DOE submitted a license application to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commis- sion for approval to construct the repository, and the NRC is reviewing the license application (see Nuclear Energy Overview, Sept. 15, 2008). As part of the repository system, DOE also is responsible for developing and implementing a system to transport used nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste to the proposed repository. work in progress OCRWM’s plan describes the transportation system that will be needed when the repository is operating at full capacity. It includes sections on the national infrastruc- ture to be developed and acquired, such as cask systems, and the rail link to be built within Nevada to connect the existing rail line to the repository. The plan also discusses OCRWM’s logistical planning and development to operate the transportation system and its planned interactions with national, state, tribal, and local entities and stakeholders during development and implementation. The plan is available on the OCRWM website at www.ocrwm.doe.gov. in this issue January 26, 2009 Page 5 NUCLEAR ENERGY Transition From Highly Enriched Uranium Feasible—NAS Report E liminating highly enriched uranium—one of the primary sources of medical isotopes in the United States—and converting to low-enriched uranium is technically and economically feasible, according to a report released by the National Academy of Sciences. However, experts caution that the conversion to an alternate source for medical isotopes is likely to be more costly and take longer than the report estimates and will not alleviate the current ongoing shortages of medically necessary isotopes. Mandated by the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the NAS report examines the feasibil- ity of converting the process by which medical isotopes are createdfrom highly- enriched uranium to low-enriched uranium and makes recommendations as to how that conversion should be made. Reactors in Canada and Europe provide the majority of the United States’ supply of medical radioisotopes. SNM, an international molecular imaging and health care organization, said those reactors have been unreliable due to their age, the need for regular maintenance and unscheduled outages. Those disruptions can cause delays to patients receiving nuclear medicine treatment and nuclear imaging procedures. During the study time frame, significant outages occurred, and some hospitals and clinics were forced to delay or cancel diagnostic imaging procedures. “We are pleased by the prudent recommendations of the report and long-term view toward the potential conversion from highly enriched uranium,” said Robert Atcher, president of SNM and chair of SNM’s Isotope Availability Taskforce. “How- ever, the information used for developing the economic impact is suspect, and the need for a reliable domestic isotope supply remains critical and is not addressed by this report and continues to put patients at risk.” NEI’s Felix Killar, senior director of fuel supply and material licenses, said the study considered all aspects surrounding conversion issues and agrees that the con- version is possible. Completing the transition, however, is likely to take longer than anticipated. Killar also said that efforts to increase medical isotope supply will be needed in the near term. “The supply side of medical isotopes is limited worldwideand specifically in the United States,” said Killar. “Efforts are needed sooner, rather than later, to increase medical isotope production capabilities in the United States.” The report estimates that the anticipated average cost increase to convert to the production of medical isotopes without the use of highly enriched uranium would be less than 10 percent for at least three of the four large-scale producers. Reactor and processing facility conversions could require tens of millions of dollars and signifi- cant time depending on whether they were carried out at new or existing facilities. Atcher said that economic issues associated with the conversion to low-enriched uranium may not have been adequately addressed. Killar said that costs are a major factor but a pending economic stimulus package could help address those concerns. The conversion to low-enriched uranium mitigates concerns about exporting highly-enriched uranium. The report, “Medical Isotope Production Without Highly Enriched Uranium,” is available for purchase on the NAS Web site at www. nap.edu. January 26, 2009 Page 6 NUCLEAR ENERGY NEI Comments on Proposed Virginia Uranium Study This Week on NEI’s Blog: T Riding the Rails With here is a need for additional uranium resources, and a proposed mine in Virginia could make an important contribution to U.S. supply, NEI has told the Virginia Coal Nuclear Energy and Energy Commission. Get the latest news and opinions about The statement came in response to a request for public comment on the scope of a the world of nuclear energy and join the proposed study of the effects of uranium mining in the state. discussion at NEI Nuclear Notes. Virginia banned uranium mining in the 1980s, and a coalition of landowners, Vir- Visitneinuclearnotes.blogspot.com. ginia Uranium, now wants the moratorium lifted. Gov. Tim Kaine (D) urged the commission to conduct the study to determine whether the estimated 60,000 tons of uranium in the state can be safely mined (see Nuclear Energy Overview, Dec. 22, 2008). The Virginia Coal and Energy Commission also held open meetings in December and January to hear public comments regarding the study’s scope. “The need for additional uranium resources is real, and the deposits held by Vir- ginia Uranium could make an important contribution to U.S. supply,” said NEI’s Suzanne Phelps, senior project manager for fuel policy. Phelps recommended several avenues for evaluation: (cid:3) current and future needs for U.S. sources of uranium (cid:3) the potential supply resources held by Virginia Uranium (cid:3) safe uranium mining technologies and practices in use throughout the world (cid:3) modern examples for addressing environmental impacts. “We strongly support the preparation of a comprehensive, independent study on the risks and benefits associated with development of these resources in Virginia,” Phelps said. The Virginia Center for Coal and Energy Research will now consider all public comments then recommend a scope for the study. The Virginia Coal and Energy Commission will have final approval for the study, and negotiations with the National Academyof Sciencesto conduct the study may begin as early as this spring. The study is expected to take up to two years. Nuclear Advocacy Network Seeks New Members I f you haven’t joined the ranks of nuclear energy advocates, the time to do so is now. More than 3,200 members strong, the Nuclear Advocacy Network (NAN) is the nuclear industry’s grassroots program that gives you a voice in government. By joining NAN, you can help keep important energy issues front and center with elected officials. NAN provides you with: (cid:3) tools to work in your community (cid:3) methods to get your voice heard by members of Congress and your state l egislature (cid:3) e-mail action alerts with critical news and information about the industry. Those involved in grassroots activities provide a strong, clear voice on critical January 26, 2009 Page 7 NUCLEAR ENERGY issues, and through the network you can have an impact in the outcome of legisla- tion. NAN will provide you with information on how to contact your state and federal representatives to share your views. You can sign up today at www.nuclearadvocacynetwork.com, usingthe code word “uranium.” The code word is only valid through February, so register now. Be sure to include your home address so NAN can connect you as a voter with your state and federal representatives. NAN’s membership already draws from such groups as the American Nuclear Society, North American Young Generation in Nuclear, Women in Nuclear and oth- ers. By signing up, you can strengthen NAN’s voice and ensure that nuclear energy issues are fully addressed and not left strictly to partisan wrangling. If you have any difficulty registering, send an e-mail to [email protected]. Last Week to Submit Entries for TIP Award T he deadline to submit entries for Top Industry Practice (TIP) awards is next week. Organizers of the annual award are urging teams to add their projects to the entries already submitted as the Feb. 2 deadline nears. The TIP process award categories are based on the Standard Nuclear Performance Model and include: (cid:3) operate plant (cid:3) maintenance (cid:3) equipment reliability/engineering (cid:3) materials management (cid:3) management processes and support services (cid:3) plant support (cid:3) training (cid:3) nuclear fuel (cid:3) community relations. Submission guidelines and more information on the TIP awards can be found on NEI’s member Web site, member.nei.org. Click on “2009 TIP Awards” on the home page. January 26, 2009 Page 8 NUCLEAR ENERGY February 4 • The Mayflower Hotel 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036 Fully Leveraging Our Assets In a New Policy Environment TT his year brings more changes in Washington than at any time in recent decades. A new president, a new Congress, and new challenges, all while bal- ancing impacts of the economic downturn. To meet these challenges and take advantage of opportunities that will be created as a result of new leadership, NEI is working to fully and most effectively integrate the resources and expertise of the Institute, its members and other supporters of nuclear energy. We are convinced that it will take coordinated industry campaigns to achieve our objectives in the next two years. To better prepare for the first session of the 111th Con- gress and the first 100 days of the Obama administra- tion, NEI is coordinating an industry summit to unveil this integrated approach to achieving the industry’s policy priorities and planning for the near-term applications of the strategy. Join your colleagues representing the industry’s chief nuclear officers, federal and state governmental affairs, communications, grassroots and community outreach organizations Feb. 4 at The Mayflower Hotel. The five- hour program begins at 9 a.m. and will include a presentation of NEI’s integrated strategy as well as breakout sessions on key industry activities for 2009. For more information and to register, click here. January 26, 2009 Page 9 milestones new from nei on the hill NUCLEAR ENERGY upcoming events Force-on-Force Workshop For information on logistics for all NEI meetings, contact Linda Wells at 202.739.8039 or [email protected]. Feb. 23-25, 2009 Nuclear Fuetrl Saunpspliyt iFoonrusm (cid:3) T Jan. 28, Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C. Contact: Suzanne Phelps, his workshop is an opportunity for 202.739.8119 or [email protected] nuclear security professionals to dialogue and learn from the industryʼs Who Should Attend NEI Nuclear Energy Summit experiences with force-on-force exercises. (cid:3) Security managers, supervisors, Feb. 4, Mayflower Hotel The presentations and panel discussions trainers and lead controllers Washington,w D.Co.r k in progress will focus on lessons learned during the who have responsibility for Contact: Ella McDowell, first year of second cycle force-on-force coordinationand conduct of force-on-force exercises are 202.739.8026 or [email protected] activities. Sessions also will provide the encouraged to attend.Security most up-to-date status on force-on-force service providers who have System Gas Accumulation activities addressed in the September (cid:3) active contracts with NEI members Management Workshop 2008 “FOF Information Roll-Out Session” are welcome to attend with Feb. 11-12, wLaogurnka Cinlif fps rMoargrirotetss held in Washington, D.C. Breakout sessions client concurrence. Dana Point, Calif. will be conducted with a focus on training Contact: Michael Melton, for force-on-force controllers. Sessions Hotel Information 202.739.8049 or [email protected] will address: Hilton Clearwater 400 Mandalay Ave. (cid:2) (cid:3) Nuclear Manufacturing advanced training and Clearwater Beach, FL 33767 Outreach Workshop limited-scope drills for www.clearwaterbeachresort.com Feb. 18, The Chattanoogan Hotel player controllers 727.461.3222 in this issue Chattanooga, Tenn. (cid:2) Make your reservation directly Contact: Carol Berrigan, must-know requirements for with the Hilton Clearwater. 202.739.8050 or [email protected] adversary controllers as Identify yourself as an attendee taught by former members of NEI’s Force-on-Force Workshop of the CAF who are now Fatigue Management Workshop to secure the meeting rate of (cid:3) leaders in site response Feb. 19-20, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point $199. Room rates and availability Bonita Springs, Fla. (cid:2) after Jan. 22 will be at the hotel’s tricks of the trade from discretion. Contact: Russell Smith, successful lead controllers 202.739.8058 or [email protected] Register Online and their counterparts, lead adversary controllers. Register online at www.nei.orgor Force-on-Force Workshop (cid:3) contact Linda Wells at Feb. 23-25, Hilton Clearwater Beach 202.739.8039 or [email protected]. Clearwater Beach, Fla. Contact: Randy Bramlett, 202.739.8053 or [email protected] For More Information Contact Randy Bramlett at 202.739.8053 or [email protected] January 26, 2009 Page 10