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Post by cowboy on May 19, 2016 17:10:16 GMT -5
As there are no more locations to discuss (unless we missed some) let me just add a conversation I had with my dad while I was waiting for a cert list to come out many years ago. He immigrated to this country as an adult, married my mom, had a family and lived here ever since. He has repeatedly told me, "This is a great country with so many different things to see and do for so many different people. There is no bad place to go here." Thinking about all the locations you could accept as at least a temporary home, I would agree with him. Just about every city, big or small, high or low, north, east, south or west, on the coast, in the plains or in the mountains, has all the conveniences people in America have come to enjoy. If it wasn't for being close to my family, I wouldn't have a problem transferring every two years to a new office and getting to know the area, the people and the local culture. I don't think there is a bad location on the GAL.
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Post by gary on May 19, 2016 17:32:52 GMT -5
As there are no more locations to discuss (unless we missed some) let me just add a conversation I had with my dad while I was waiting for a cert list to come out many years ago. He immigrated to this country as an adult, married my mom, had a family and lived here ever since. He has repeatedly told me, "This is a great country with so many different things to see and do for so many different people. There is no bad place to go here." Thinking about all the locations you could accept as at least a temporary home, I would agree with him. Just about every city, big or small, high or low, north, east, south or west, on the coast, in the plains or in the mountains, has all the conveniences people in America have come to enjoy. If it wasn't for being close to my family, I wouldn't have a problem transferring every two years to a new office and getting to know the area, the people and the local culture. I don't think there is a bad location on the GAL. Don't give TPTB any ideas about how to fully staff Mt Pleasant, Middlesboro, and Tupelo!
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Post by cowboy on May 20, 2016 0:29:35 GMT -5
It shouldn't be a problem for anyone as long as there is a Taco Bell and a Target, right?
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Post by rosycheeks on Aug 11, 2016 6:53:49 GMT -5
I'm resurrecting this thread in the hopes of gaining some knowledge about the cities on the current cert.
I saw some chatter in other threads about Fresno that leads me to believe that it isn't the most coveted place to live. Being from the complete opposite side of the country, I have absolutely no knowledge of Fresno - and most other places in California. So, if anyone has any info, even if anecdotal, I'd love to hear it.
I'm also interested in information about Omaha - another complete unknown to me.
Thanks!
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Post by christina on Aug 11, 2016 7:03:04 GMT -5
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Post by Pixie on Aug 11, 2016 7:41:01 GMT -5
I'm resurrecting this thread in the hopes of gaining some knowledge about the cities on the current cert. I saw some chatter in other threads about Fresno that leads me to believe that it isn't the most coveted place to live. Being from the complete opposite side of the country, I have absolutely no knowledge of Fresno - and most other places in California. So, if anyone has any info, even if anecdotal, I'd love to hear it. I'm also interested in information about Omaha - another complete unknown to me.Thanks! Omaha is in Nebraska . . . I think.
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Post by rosycheeks on Aug 11, 2016 8:04:17 GMT -5
Yes, I know that Omaha is in Nebraska. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png) Nonetheless, I don't know anything about the city.
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Post by bayou on Aug 11, 2016 8:17:54 GMT -5
Omaha = college baseball and steaks
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Post by atentamente on Aug 11, 2016 9:08:33 GMT -5
Can anyone comment on Boston?
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Post by aljwishhope on Aug 11, 2016 9:12:12 GMT -5
Speaking of locations I am trying to see if I could do Fresno. Christina was helpful in saying it was fine. I decided how about if I see the view of city from today's Fresno news. So like and behold several shootings gang related and then the topper a drive by shooting in front of the SSA office on Olive. I say Peace out! That was my clear sign that I guess this round is not the one for me. My one city does not work for me even for 15 months, good luck to all in the running still!
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Post by rosycheeks on Aug 11, 2016 9:45:22 GMT -5
I can comment on Boston.
The city has a very high cost of living, but there are some more affordable suburbs. Massachusetts has some of the best schools in the country, but such school districts carry a high price tag. (Boston public schools, however, are less than stellar, putting it mildly). I would venture to say that it would be near impossible to buy a 3-bedroom house in a coveted location for less than $700k. If living in the city proper, a car is not necessary, and in fact, becomes a burden since parking is so expensive and limited. (Think $30/day). The traffic going into and out of the city can be unbearable, even on a good day, and rivals some of the worst traffic in the country.
That being said, Boston is steeped in history and the home to some of the best baseball, basketball, and hockey teams in the country. And, Tom Brady has made it his home, so that's worth its weight in gold! The city has charm: four distinct seasons, great Italian food, fun Irish bars (especially on St. Patricks' day, which is considered a holiday), the Freedom trail and all its history, great colleges, and is close to some of the best beaches on the east coast (both north and south of the city). Of note, the winters are tough since the whole city seems to be virtual wind tunnel, but they're nothing compared to what the folks endure up in Syracuse, so it's all relative. Despite all its shortcomings (cost of living, traffic), I'm a fan and thoroughly enjoyed my time there. Plus, you can't find an accent as distinct as the Boston accent anywhere else in the country!
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Post by SaveMeASeat on Aug 11, 2016 10:02:08 GMT -5
I'm resurrecting this thread in the hopes of gaining some knowledge about the cities on the current cert. I saw some chatter in other threads about Fresno that leads me to believe that it isn't the most coveted place to live. Being from the complete opposite side of the country, I have absolutely no knowledge of Fresno - and most other places in California. So, if anyone has any info, even if anecdotal, I'd love to hear it. I'm also interested in information about Omaha - another complete unknown to me. Thanks! Fresno is a gateway city to Yosemite and a major California agriculture area. Nearest biggest city is Sacramento about 1 and 1/2 hours to the north. In late fall through the spring the tule fog (thick ground fog) blankets the valley. Downtown Fresno is nothing special though there is a beautiful and modern federal court house. I've been there a few times for work but never thought about living there since I grew up in a rural area.
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Post by weisstho on Aug 11, 2016 10:06:06 GMT -5
And THEN there is Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Christina may have locked this one in, but I have been deputized by the Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Bureau to extoll:
Right in the Middle of the Michigan Mitten, Mt. P is a town of 30,000 with an additional 30,000 students at Central Michigan University here during the school year. CMU is one of the state's old "normal schools" steeped in teacher education, but now a minor-league research university with a new medical school, a proud physician''s assistant program, and all the typical programs of a state university of its size.
Mt. P is 65 miles due north of Lansing, which is to say East Lansing, and Michigan State. It is 70 miles from Grand Rapids and 120 miles from beautiful Detroit. Of greater note, it is 160 miles south of the Mackinac Bridge and the beautiful Upper Peninsula. Five hours to Toronto.
Cost of living has to be one of the great bargains on the list. Beautiful homes to be had for $200K or less.
Politically, Isabella County splits down the middle, with equal deference to both R and D.
Hunters and fishers abound. One hour east or west to a Great Lake (Michigan or Huron). Three hours to Gitche-Gumee, by the shining Big-Sea Water...
The ODAR Office is new, modern, and convenient (as if everything in a town of 30K isn't convenient.) Budgeted at 15 ALJ's it is slightly larger than the other Michigan offices. Mt. Pleasant apparently becomes functionally responsible for the SSA offices in northern Michigan, so travel to hearings tends to take you to some wonderful towns where you would look forward to spending the weekend prior to, or after, your day of hearings.
Division I football and other decent college sports abound - particularly college baseball. Minor league hockey and baseball near.
OK - so it ain't Vegas. And it ain't DC, or Brooklyn.
But if a small town lifestyle, but a college town lifestyle, is appealing, don't dismiss Mt. Pleasant.
But, as I say, only if Christina doesn't scoop up the opportunity.
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Post by christina on Aug 11, 2016 10:11:03 GMT -5
The rest of u may luck out. Mtp is pretty low on my preference list this time around.
Now if mtp had a climate more like ky in the winter, it could have been my number one pick.
Alas
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Post by queenie262 on Aug 11, 2016 10:17:40 GMT -5
And THEN there is Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Christina may have locked this one in, but I have been deputized by the Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Bureau to extoll: Right in the Middle of the Michigan Mitten, Mt. P is a town of 30,000 with an additional 30,000 students at Central Michigan University here during the school year. CMU is one of the state's old "normal schools" steeped in teacher education, but now a minor-league research university with a new medical school, a proud physician''s assistant program, and all the typical programs of a state university of its size. Mt. P is 65 miles due north of Lansing, which is to say East Lansing, and Michigan State. It is 70 miles from Grand Rapids and 120 miles from beautiful Detroit. Of greater note, it is 160 miles south of the Mackinac Bridge and the beautiful Upper Peninsula. Five hours to Toronto. Cost of living has to be one of the great bargains on the list. Beautiful homes to be had for $200K or less. Politically, Isabella County splits down the middle, with equal deference to both R and D. Hunters and fishers abound. One hour east or west to a Great Lake (Michigan or Huron). Three hours to Gitche-Gumee, by the shining Big-Sea Water... The ODAR Office is new, modern, and convenient (as if everything in a town of 30K isn't convenient.) Budgeted at 15 ALJ's it is slightly larger than the other Michigan offices. Mt. Pleasant apparently becomes functionally responsible for the SSA offices in northern Michigan, so travel to hearings tends to take you to some wonderful towns where you would look forward to spending the weekend prior to, or after, your day of hearings. Division I football and other decent college sports abound - particularly college baseball. Minor league hockey and baseball near. OK - so it ain't Vegas. And it ain't DC, or Brooklyn. But if a small town lifestyle, but a college town lifestyle, is appealing, don't dismiss Mt. Pleasant. But, as I say, only if Christina doesn't scoop up the opportunity. No gratuitous Detroit slams please. Have you been there lately?
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Post by weisstho on Aug 11, 2016 10:26:51 GMT -5
No gratuitous Detroit slams please. Have you been there lately? I LOVE Detroit! It has it's own character, and characters. You can beat it down, but it NEVER stays down!
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Post by queenie262 on Aug 11, 2016 10:40:31 GMT -5
No gratuitous Detroit slams please. Have you been there lately? I LOVE Detroit! It has it's own character, and characters. You can beat it down, but it NEVER stays down! Ok, then I will accept your "beautiful" adjective as sincere.
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Post by greendog on Aug 11, 2016 10:43:29 GMT -5
Can anyone comment on Boston? They had several good albums in the late seventies and early eighties. One of my favorites.
And they are partial to beans, baked.
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Post by weisstho on Aug 11, 2016 11:05:45 GMT -5
What's more beautiful, east of the Mississippi, than crossing the Belle Isle bridge - eastbound or westbound, or Cranbrook, or Grosse Pointe or its approaches. The amazing ethnic neighborhoods with such rich history. The Detroit Institute of Art and the Zoo.
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Post by queenie262 on Aug 11, 2016 11:18:35 GMT -5
What's more beautiful, east of the Mississippi, than crossing the Belle Isle bridge - eastbound or westbound, or Cranbrook, or Grosse Pointe or its approaches. The amazing ethnic neighborhoods with such rich history. The Detroit Institute of Art and the Zoo. All right, you have redeemed yourself. ![](//storage.proboards.com/2477491/thumbnailer/t_NJLy89f5ZaBGCIDHKp.jpg)
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