I have of course, and I have taken it into consideration. Thank you for that.
I've also read britsimon's blog post (which I was finally able to access). I have already submitted supporting docs
Well, your subsequent question “Generally speaking, how do we satisfy the perception of public charg e requirement? Is a b a nk statement enough?” seems to suggest to me you didn’t. Because if you did you would have come across the below information regarding alternatives in place of an I-134:
(U) An applicant may establish the adequacy of financial resources by submitting evidence of bank deposits, ownership of property or real estate, ownership of stocks and bonds, insurance policies, or income from business investments sufficient to provide for his or her needs, as well as those of any dependent family member, until suitable employment is located. (The amount sufficient will depend on the applicant's age, physical condition, and family circumstances and size.)
(i) (U) Bank Deposits—Applicants relying on bank deposits to meet the public charge requirements should present as evidence a letter signed by a senior officer of the bank over the officer's title, showing:
(A) (U) The date the account was opened;
(B) (U) The number and amount of deposits and withdrawals during the last 12 months;
(C) (U) The present balance. This information may prevent attempted abuse such as an initial deposit of a substantial sum of money being made within a relatively short time prior to the immigrant visa application; and
(D) (U) How the money, if in a foreign bank in foreign currency, is to be transferred to the United States.
(ii) (U) Real estate investments—Evidence of property ownership may be in the form of a title deed or equivalent or certified copies. The applicant must satisfy you as to the plans for disposal or rental of such property and the manner in which the income from the property (if abroad) is to be transferred to the United States for the applicant's support.
(iii) (U) Stocks and Bonds—Evidence of income from these sources should indicate present cash value or expected earnings and, if the income is derived from a source outside the United States, a statement as to how the income is to be transferred to the United States.
(iv) (U) Income from business investments; or
(v) (U) Insurance policies.
