agreed... nice post - And I wish our governmental bodies didn't define the phrase "Penny Wise and Pound Foolish". Replacing an aging dam is a pittance compared to billions in lost property and worse, lost lives. Of course, if governmental bodies were subject to loss lawsuits (however limited) then maybe that would change. But our poor legal system is already overtaxed and abused... we need a new method of repercussions for those who fail at the job of governing. Any ideas? <img src="/images/graemlins/mad.gif" alt="" />