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[newnative]

Well, if you’re going to use a special, made up definition of “truly carless” then I guess you won’t find any, innit? Truly carless is someone who doesn’t own or regularly drive a car. Car sharing and taxis don’t require parking spaces. I don’t have to tell people not to drive to see me because there is always plenty of parking in my neighborhood (Admiral District). Sometimes I ride with people because we are going the same way and why would I let them waste the passenger seat? I have taken the ferry and bus to Poulsbo, the clipper to Victoria and San Juans. You’re right that I don’t do a lot outside of the city limits but that is the shortcomings of our transit system, I would if hiking, trains/transit were available. But what people choose to do wasn’t the topic.

[newnative]

I’m a truly carless people. I moved here without a car and briefly belonged to Zipcar but found it too expensive. I had two bikes stolen and until 2 1/2 years ago, only used the bus for leisure (I walked to work). Now I have a monthly Orca pass and bus daily. The complex I live in has quite a few empty spaces in its parking garage and when my partner rents a car he is always able to find street and off-street parking. Our complex also rents out parking spaces and apparently one person is storing 14 cars in our garage.

[Costanza]

Hey Mr Swagger – Do you plan on keeping your streak alive once you hit 52 weeks? You always bring a smile to our faces when we see you on the weekends. You’re a West Seattle legend!

[Luckie]

Try Al Semple, almco@aol.com. He’s here in West Seattle, and we always call him for our yard cleanups! He’s very reliable, trustworthy, and hardworking, and an all-around nice guy.

[Talaki34]

Suzanne,

If you are feeling a bit sheepish because you thought it was gunfire, don’t. Many people mistake firecrackers for weapons fire. It is always better to error and be safe.

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[WSB]

Hi – two things: PLEASE always call 911 when you think you hear gunshots. Police say that over and over again. And then please let us know! Many things happen off scanner and we continue to be reliant on and appreciative of tips, 24/7 (206-293-6302, text or voice), no matter how speculative.

That aside, this is the first I’ve heard of it, but I can tell you that no one was shot – no medical responses (and when it’s a shooting or stabbing, the call is always classified “assault with weapons” on the SFD log), for one. No medical calls of ANY kind in WS overnight, in fact.

On the Twitter log of police calls, there is nothing classified as gunfire, but in order for that classification to be given, there must be either casings found, or damage found, or a victim. There’s one “disturbance, other” call in Arbor Heights overnight – time stamps on the Twitter log lag by a few hours – which could be it, provided someone did call 911. – TR

[Mr Swagger]

Unfortunately for most dog owners, the training they give their dogs amounts to little more than making sure it doesn’t crap in the house or chew on shoes or furniture, so a large majority of the city’s dog population is not sufficiently trained. I used to have a Newfoundland, he was 150+ pounds but extremely gentle and would never even consider charging anyone, just a mellow dude, but if you have a dog that is hyper, aggressive (even if it’s playful) or just not well trained, then it is incumbent on the dog owner to make sure that dog is on a leash around other people & animals. I don’t own a dog now because I don’t have the time to give it the attention it needs, for all these people who have dogs and are always gone, that is very selfish, a dog needs love & attention, if you can’t give it that attention then get a cat, they don’t care.

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[Ms Cinnamon]

Hello, need to make room in storage and sadly this awesome couch doesn’t want to leave but has to. Purchased from Moe’s furniture not too long ago but has moved around homes and storage longer than it was used. Really,really comfortable, even for tall people. Leather with deep purple/violet microfiber seats. Comes from a Smoke-Free home, Cat-Free, but NOT dog-free. Was cleaned before storing but has collected dust, has always been cleaned with with a bio-degradable, non-toxic, cleaner https://www.skoutshonor.com (pet cleaner). Easy to clean even though it’s white/off white. Need to clear it out by the 20th of
March. Come pick it up at Public Storage in W.S.
$250 or best offer. Cash only. Serious buyers.
couch / sofa $250 obo

Thanks.

• This topic was modified 8 years ago by Ms Cinnamon. Reason: forgot to add link

[tapals]

GREAT HARVEST BREAD CO.- WEST SEATTLE
HIRING FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE POSITIONS

We are a small family owned bakery in the West Seattle Junction. We are looking to hire a couple fun and hard working people to join our team. We are hiring for two CUSTOMER SERVICE positions. There are many different shifts available, morning/afternoon/evening. We try to be flexible and work around your schedule. We are looking for people that are hardworking, fast, organized, multi-tasking, reliable, friendly, punctual, fast learners, have a passion for the job and always has a SMILE on their faces! If this sounds like you, please come in and pick up an application or drop off a resume. Don’t forget to get yourself a yummy, free slice of bread! We look forward to meeting you soon!

[PugetSoundPuppers]

<br><br>
Puget Sound Puppers are currently looking for <b>Part-Time Dog Walkers</b> in the Greater Seattle Area who are committed to giving the gold standard service to each individual dog. <br><br>
<b>Why Work For Us:</b><br><br>
We trust our tight-knit family of Team Members to give our clients the best, individualized pet care and ongoing training for our family of clients. We thoroughly train every Team Member on science-based positive reinforcement. We believe that our Walkers should be compensated with competitive hourly wages (including commute times!), proper gear and equipment. We are a small company with a very responsive management team to aid in the success of our employees and clients! <br><br>
<center><i>Learn more about us on our website at http://www.pugetsoundpuppers.com</i></center><br>
<b>Job Duties:</b>

• Tailor every 30-60 minute appointment to meet the physical activity needs and/or limitations of each dog
• Safely drive to each client’s place of residence
• Address behavioral issues with our Pupper clients using humane, reward-based training methods
• Communicate with human clients using a tone that is professional and conveys warmth
• Change the world, one Pupper at a time.

<b>Required Qualifications:</b>

• Be at least 18 years old
• Be available from at least 11am-1pm or 12pm-2pm, Monday through Friday
• Be comfortable standing and walking (occasionally up and down hills and stairs) for up to 4 hours at a time
• Meet the physical challenges of working with dogs that can lunge, pull, and jump
• Own a smartphone and display proficiency in using it
• Own a reliable motorized vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle) and have proof of insurance
• Have an attitude that always strives to improve performance and increase understanding of dog behavior and other areas of knowledge associated with the duties of the job

<b>Salary:</b>

• Starting rate is negotiable.
• Employees start with 10-12 hours of work per week
• Additional hours will be determined by availability, flexibility in areas covered, overall proficiency in execution of the accountabilities of the job, and client demand.

<center><b>We are eager to meet you! Apply by completing our application questionnaire at:</b><br>
http://pugetsoundpuppers.com/dog-walker/<br><br></center>
<i>The hiring process also involves a background check regarding conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.</i>

[2 Much Whine]

Good point dhg. Of course the WSB should always be open and welcoming to everyone but based on a previous post from brukeste (a rant against Champion Windows wherein brukeste states that he lives near 34th and 104th SW) it looks like he lives very close to Roxbury Safeway and is outside the city limits so very likely is NOT impacted by the soda tax at all. . . . wondering what the deal is.

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[Jeannie]

I’ve been a client of Tyler Linsten, the owner of Alder Cove Capital, for over a year. I was inspired to get a fiduciary advisor, rather than a big-name investment firm, after watching a segment on John Oliver’s “Last Week Tonight.” It really opened my eyes to how important it is to get someone who works in my best interest, as opposed to an investment firm that acts on commission, always wants to sell me something, and makes frequent trades that ramp up my fees.
Tyler is the complete opposite. He’s smart, he’s savvy about investments, AND he really cares about his clients. He calls himself a “numbers nerd” and has a great sense of humor, but he takes your financial goals seriously. Tyler creates a personalized plan that goes beyond the basic “Are you a conservative investor?” types of questions. You’ll be able to access all your info on a really cool private website he creates just for you. He is super-quick to respond to emails, and, since he doesn’t have a fancy office or an administrative assistant, his fees are reasonable.
I’m pretty conservative with my money and don’t like to make big changes, but, in the past year, I have moved about 90 percent of of my finances from big-name brokerages to Alder Cove Capital. And the fee is a lot lower than what I paid to commission-based salesmen – oops, I mean stockbrokers.
You don’t need to be wealthy to work with Tyler. And it doesn’t matter if you’re close to retirement or just starting out. Plus, if anything is confusing, he explains it to you in layman’s terms.
If you’re at all interested, take a look at his website. Just google Alder Cove Capital. The FAQs are especially useful.
Oh, by the way, he and his wife live in West Seattle!

[Juliancody83]

Hello,
I am interested in meeting with you to discuss the opportunity of caring for you little son. I am a West Seattle mom of grown kids with previous experience in Childcare settings as well as early childhood focus in school. I have had many years experience in health care, and am actually going back to school online. Your hours needed are ideal for me, but the main reason I would like to be a nanny is that I find the greatest, most honest joy being with children. I appreciate the importance of those everyday moments in development and am always in awe of the sheer brilliance of children. So much to be inspired by on the daily. You would have an ever smiling, capable, caring, active, funny compassionate, respectful nanny should we connect and decide this is the best fit. Please email me to gather further contact info and to possibly arrange an interview. Thank you

[coastal]

Job Description:

Coastal manager is responsible for day to day shop operations and maintaining a physical store presence that falls into accordance with the high retail standards of customer service, cleanliness, product selection and general coolness that Coastal expects and has come to be known for.

You are the point person for all employees, overseeing other sales associates during business hours, making sure daily tasks are being accomplished and the shop is always in working order. The time requirement is 30-40 hours per week during peak season, 25-35 hours during off-season. And also to have fun and make sure Coastal customers and employees are happy!

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

– acting as the primary contact person when owner is unavailable or off-premises to handle customer communication as well as employee issues.

– employee scheduling and hiring, and point person for resolving scheduling conflicts when they arise.

– supervise other employees, up to 2 in each shift
determine and manage daily break schedules for each employee
phase employees at slow periods (due to weather, etc)

– interior and exterior shop appearance: product merchandising, window displays, POP management, shop cleanliness, look of outside yard, backstock area and office organization, etc.

– inventory liason: communicating with owner to ensure that product selection is at optimum levels for each season. notifying owner when “hot” items need restocking or sizes need to be reordered to ensure item turns are also at optimum levels.

– supplies liason: maintaining a working list of supplies needed and reporting to owner in a timely manner so the shop is always fully stocked with tissue paper, bags, cleaning supplies, lightbulbs, change, register tape, cleaning supplies, office supplies, etc.

– monitoring petty cash and change in drawer and notifying owners when adjustments/fill-ins need to be made.

– return authorizations: will contact sales reps to obtain Return Authorizations for damaged merchandise, package merchandise for return and communicate to owner when packages are ready. Also repair certain pieces instead of sending back if its financially advantageous to do so.

– inventory check-in and placement on floor. Also delegating which employees are capable of doing this task while not being supervised.

– manage employee and customer special orders to ensure orders are placed and received in a timely manner.

– Monitoring and updating the Coastal Social Media: Facebook page, Twitter, Blog in order to keep our customers up to date with incoming product and events.

– Retrieving phone messages and relaying them to owners in a timely manner.

– Work with owner to put sponsor prize packs and donations together.

– Submit payroll, tally hours and review, report totals to bookkeeper and cc owners

– Assist in writing orders

Abilities required
3-5 years retail sales experience necessary. Management skills and merchandising abilities are desirable. Some physical activities like lifting boxes, signs, and bikes from in and out of the shop will be required.

Email cover letter and resume to info@coastalseattle.com.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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[WSB]

(Offered by SPD on behalf of Southwest Precinct Community Police Team Officer Todd Wiebke, also cross-posted on social media … see editor’s note at the end)

“… he was covered with the evening news … had an old pair of wool socks on his hands…Craig Morgan 2003. This is one of my favorite country songs.

A friend pointed out that it has been awhile since I wrote. I tried to say that I was out of stamps, but she saw through that right away. The truth is I am just tired. I laughed the first time I saw the beer commercial that advertised, “To the misery! Dilly Dilly!!” Then it hit me, that this is where I indeed go, everyday, dilly dilly.

I get a bunch of emails from my neighbors telling me about the return of the motorhomes, or the new tent, or the lady in the car. And I say THANK YOU. Thank you for the email, thank you for the patience, thank you for the opportunity. I cannot fix every situation, sometimes I make no difference at all. But I will always take my at bat.

This week I dealt with crisis, with narcotics, with heartache, and with liars. Sometimes all at once, sometimes one at a time.

I am helpless to unlock the doors when dealing with a person trapped in a horror inside of their own mind. Lord, I try, but I am a limited man with just a little skill. I wish we could solve this one aspect of the conflagration.

I dealt with heroin, and meth…again and again and again. It is what it is. I have two young ladies that have proudly kicked the needle. I am there for them when they need me. I think they are going to make it out of the woods.

I met with heartache. I stopped the world, stepped into a quiet place with this man, and shared what I could. You see, police deal with tragedy all of the time, we don’t get called to the good times. I finally figured out how to talk to people about it, most of us never do. I again emptied out my wallet because this man needed coffee and breakfast a lot more than I did. I am a rich man, I should do more.

I dealt with a liar. I won’t go into details, but it looked like I was being a mean cop with no heart. Be careful of what you think you are seeing. I have my cameras on, I stand open for review, and I stand behind my decisions if and when I need to take action.

And so we continue. A little smarter, a little more worn, a little more tired. Reserve your judgment of others, but trust it when you think you should call 911. We are kind of awesome and would love to help.

I still love coming to work. We have an awesome city with the ability to adapt and overcome. The only way to lose is to not try. We are trying to solve this crisis, and we will not lose. We are open 24/7/365. We still make house calls. Call us when you need us. Email us when you need to. Say Hi and wave when we look grumpy…we need a smile sometimes too.

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(Editor’s note: If you aren’t already familiar with Officer Wiebke, he is the CPT’s point person on issues related to people experiencing homelessness. Especially in areas such as Myers Way. You can reach him at todd.wiebke@seattle.gov)

[PangolinPie]

A picture would be swell! If you can’t upload here you could always put it on a free image sharing site and post the link.

[westseattle7]

Let me clarify: I do always yield to pedestrians on the Alki trail, and I have never collided with anyone. I also will sometimes hop onto the street to avoid the worst bottlenecks (at duwamish head for example). I only hit 20 going on the longer straightaways where ped traffic tends to be nil, and when there is heavy summer tourist traffic I do cruise slower out of a sense of safety.

That being said, the attitudes expressed here are exactly the ones I’m fighting against. To TSurly, yes I am an entitled cyclist, as in I am ENTITLED to use designated trails on a bicycle, by the law. Go ahead and check out the Seattle Municipal Code. There is no speed limit for bicycles on city trails. SDOT has the Alki Trail in bold green on their bicycle map (indicating a major BIKE route). I’m not going to be shamed or called a “jerk” for exercising my legal right to ride by bike on a bike trail.

Yes, it’s mixed use also. No one disputes this. Like with the waterfront trail downtown, there are clear delineations between where cyclists and pedestrians should be. In fact, the downtown trail completely separates the two by wide park space. Everyone rides fast on that trail. People commute on it. Speeds up to 20 mph are common. No one is going to question a cyclist’s right to commute through the downtown park at speed, because it’s a vital route folks need to use.

Some people see the Alki Trail as a boardwalk. That’s fine if you do, but know that it is B.S., and a concept that exists in your mind, not legally. For me, that trail is a vital commuting corridor, no different from the Burke, the Interurban, or any other mixed use trail in Seattle. These are highways for cyclists, and my commute is long indeed, so I have a need to travel at speed.

I know many cyclists on Alki prefer to take the road. Good for you. I am not one of you. I don’t feel especially safe on Seattle streets mixing with multi-ton vehicles, and for that reason take trails whenever possible. Alki Ave SW has other hazards, like people racing in the street, and traffic becomes abysmal in the summer with everyone looking for parking and cruising around.

So it’s not for me. I choose to take the trail instead. That’s my right to do so, and no one is going to shame me out of it because the bourgeoisie have decided in their mind that trail is for strollers and tourists. I’ve been riding my bike on that trail since I was a kid. I’m not going to start risking my life on the road because some folks feel they get to decide arbitrarily what the best usages are.

Oh, and BTW when I ride on the road, I get constant shit from drivers who are pissed I’m not on the nearby trail. You can’t win as a cyclist in this city. People will criticize you no matter where you ride. I’m sticking to the bike trails, whether the car-centric transplants who move here like it or not.

[westseattle7]

Let me clarify: I do always yield to pedestrians on the trail, and I have never collided with anyone. I also will sometimes hop onto the street to avoid the worst bottlenecks (at duwamish head for example). I only hit 20 going on the longer straightaways where ped traffic tends to be nil (east side of trail), and when there is heavy summer tourist traffic I do cruise slower.

That being said, the attitudes expressed here are exactly the ones I’m fighting against. To TSurly, yes I am an entitled cyclist, as in I am ENTITLED to use designated trails on a bicycle, by the law. Go ahead and check out the Seattle Municipal Code. There is no speed limit for bicycles on city trails. SDOT has the Alki Trail in bold green on their bicycle map (indicating a major BIKE route). I’m not going to be shamed or called a “jerk” for exercising my legal right to ride by bike on a bike trail.

Yes, it’s mixed use also. No one disputes this. Like with the waterfront trail downtown, there are clear delineations between where cyclists and pedestrians should be. In fact, the downtown trail completely separates the two by wide park space. Everyone rides fast on that trail. People commute on it. Speeds up to 20 mph are common. No one is going to question a cyclist’s right to commute through the downtown park at speed, because it’s a vital route folks need to use.

Some people see the Alki Trail as a boardwalk. That’s fine if you do, but know that it is B.S., and a concept that exists in your mind, not legally. For me, that trail is a vital commuting corridor, no different from the Burke, the Interurban, or any other mixed use trail in Seattle. These are highways for cyclists, and my commute is long indeed, so I have a need to travel at speed.

I know many cyclists on Alki prefer to take the road. Good for you. I am not one of you. I don’t feel especially safe on Seattle streets mixing with multi-ton vehicles, and for that reason take trails whenever possible. Alki Ave SW has other hazards, like people racing in the street, and traffic becomes abysmal in the summer with everyone looking for parking and cruising around.

So it’s not for me. I choose to take the trail instead. That’s my right to do so, and no one is going to shame me out of it because the bourgeoisie have decided in their mind that trail is for strollers and tourists.

I’ve been riding my bike on that trail since I was a kid. I’m not going to start risking my life on the road because some folks feel they get to decide arbitrarily what the best usages are. Oh, and BTW when I ride on the road, I get constant shit from drivers who are pissed I’m not on the nearby trail. You can’t win as a cyclist in this city. People will criticize you no matter where you ride. So I’m sticking to the trails.

[mark47n]

I don’t agree, newnative. The OP claims that the bike path is a road for bicycles and is complaining because he wants to travel on it at 20mph. To compare being grumped at for running on the path to complaining because you can’t travel at 20mph because there are pedestrians is rather unreasonable.

Yes, people are going to complain and pedestrians tend to congregate on the paths in inopportune and inconvenient locations, especially around the beach but, guess what, no cop is going to ticket a pedestrian for standing on the sidewalk, or what amounts to a sidewalk. What it comes down to is that it’s just not safe to count on being able to cruise at 20mph on that particular path. It’s not safe for the cyclist or for the pedestrian. As a fairly responsible cyclist when I want to travel that fast I default to the road unless I’m traveling on more removed trails such as the aforementioned trails. Many of them, in fact, have speed limits in stretches that run through heavily populated regions due to those pesky ped/cyclist collisions.

So, I find the rant to be entirely unreasonable. Speed is always an issue due to conservation of momentum and to say otherwise is disingenuous.

[newnative]

As someone who mostly walks, I completely agree with westseattle7’s rant. the actual speed isn’t really the issue here. It’s the lack of awareness people have for multi-use paths and sharing etiquette. Heck, I have gotten yelled at for jogging past walkers. I have gotten stink-eye from people standing in the middle of the running track because I had the nerve to use it for running! People want to walk wherever and stand in the way and not keep track of their dogs, kids, shopping carts or whatever it is they’re dragging around. There is nothing wrong with walking, riding, running at different speeds but slow traffic should always keep to the right and always be aware of your surroundings. Why do people get so defensive about this?

[AJP]

Oh my gosh, 20 mph on the Alki trail? I never go more than 7, if that. If I need to go that fast I’m on the road. I agree that drivers are jerks and want us off the road, but pedestrians always have the right of way. We must always slow for them. Having grown up in So Cal, I think of Alki as the closest thing we have to a boardwalk. Boardwalks are for cruising. Having cycled a lot in the Netherlands, I know what a dedicated bike path looks like, and Alki is not it. You can find some protected bike lanes in other parts of Seattle (not in West Seattle , grr) that are obviously bike lanes. Mixed use means mixed use. Also, the Myrtle Edwards trail is also flat and along the water. It’s also mixed use.

[VerityCUJobs]

Verity Credit Union is now taking applications for a Community Branch Manager for our upcoming West Seattle Branch! We are excited to be your new neighbors!

Apply now at veritycu.com/jobs

Verity has been a local member-owned credit union offering a full range of financial products and services to our members since 1933. Verity means truth—and this guides our actions. Honesty may not be the easiest approach, but it is the right one. We will always be genuine and authentic, engaging in truthful interactions for the betterment of our communities, the people there, and their wallets.

Traditionally, banking is more about the increase of short-term profits. At Verity, we are looking at the long-term effects of our decisions and how they impact staff, members, and the communities we serve. Verity understands that a strong community is made up of strong individuals, and a thriving community helps its residents thrive. As individuals we are strong, but as a team, we have the ability to be exceptional. Join our team and be a part of the Verity difference.

We take pride in our work. Our mission and vision guide our daily activities, and we need motivated individuals to lead our success. Verity is committed to being a top employer in Washington. We were recently honored as a National 101 Best & Brightest Company for the third year in a row and as one of Seattle Business Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for the fifth year in a row!

We Believe. . .

[KRHart]

We are looking to hire 1 new dog walker for our Fauntleroy, South Delridge and Shorewood area for mid-day dog walking. We are always looking for qualified pet lovers to work for us. We also offer cat sitting and overnight pet care services. If you are interested in any of these positions please apply.

Please apply online at http://heart2heart-petcare.com/employment/

Who doesn’t want to spend time with the most amazing pets, meet new people, get paid to exercise and earning supplemental income?

Heart 2 Heart Pet Care is an established and highly recommended pet sitting and dog walking company serving our neighbors in West Seattle, Burien, Normandy Park, Seatac and Des Moines. Due to the nature of the job living within our service area is recommended due to the amount of travel required with this position.

This is an employee position W2, we do not use independent contractors.

We cannot guarantee a set number of visits per day as we are dependent on the needs of our clients. That being said our clients love us and keep us busy caring for their 4 legged friends. Compensation is paid on a per visit basis. This is part time work and is only intended to provide supplemental income. Perfect for those who work from home or have a part time job with regular hours.

Job Description:

Dog Walking

Dog Walking is Monday – Friday between 9:00am & 3:00pm. We do have occasional weekend and evening walks. This service is for those busy pet parents who work long hours during the week. Our clients rely on us to care for their dogs. You must be committed to walking dogs daily and prepared to work in all types of weather.

Cat Sitting

Length of cat sit is dependent upon the length of the clients trip, usually once or twice per day. This includes weekends and holidays. This service is for those who travel and want their cats to stay in the comforts of their own home.

Overnight Pet Sitting

Overnights are for those pet parents who don’t want to leave their pets alone overnight due to various reasons. You would need to stay in the clients home for a minimum of 10 – 12 hours depending on your pet sitting schedule.

If you are a pet lover what could be a more rewarding job? Here are a few more things to consider.

Do you have dog experience?
Do you have good communication skills?
Do you love the great outdoors? You will be working in all weather conditions.
Are you physically fit?
Can you walk up to 5 miles per day?
Are you trustworthy, reliable, self-motivated and can work independently?
Do you live in our service area?
Are you available to work mornings, mid-day, evenings, weekends and holidays?
Do you have a reliable car?
Current drivers license?
Proof of Auto insurance?
Do you have a cell phone with unlimited internet access?
Will you pass a background check?
Are you 21 or older?

If you are still interest after reading the requirements visit http://heart2heart-petcare.com/employment/ and complete this questionnaire and tell us why you’re that “purr”fect person to join our pet care family.

This is supplemental income and should not be relied on as your only source of income.

[Paul Loeb]

I love Junction True Value. Just got off yet another time where we had a problem (in this case slow drainage in our toilet), they walked us through the cheapest and most self-serve solutions, and I came up grateful as always. They’re a wonderful community resource and I can’t imagine what we’d do without them.

[mark47n]

I don’t disagree with the cultural aspect regarding violating traffic laws, I admit to having done so and that it happens. I’m not justifying it and this is not a part of assertive riding. For the most part I see bike commuters obeying traffic signals unless the signal doesn’t detect bicycles. Again, I don’t excuse it, just acknowledge it. The bone of contention here is that no one is discussing unsafe drivers or drivers that intentionally endanger cyclists and they are out there.

Given that a vast majority of cyclists, of any stripe, own cars I feel comfortable saying that they are familiar with the rules of the road. The point of that document is absolutely to educate drivers on how to safely interact with cyclists on the road.

No one is questioning that cyclists are liable for any damage they inflict.

The comment about the lopsidedness of citations is pretty well documented. drivers, by and large, are not cited in collisions with cyclists even when the evidence is overwhelming. This is a nationwide issue. The study you cite has no mention that I could find regarding citations. While there may not be data available, here in Seattle, it’s been studied elsewhere. One of the most common excuses that drivers use is that the cyclist did something “unexpected”, never mind that the driver’s responsibility is to be sure to account for the fact that cyclists have to avoid gratings, be careful of RR tracks, debris in the road, etc. This is one of the reasons that the 3′ rule exists. Also demonstrated, in one of the studies that I perused, was that many cops don’t always know the laws as they pertain to cyclists such as I am not compelled to use a bike lane or path if it exists, it’s up to my discretion to determine what is safer. A good example of that would be the “bike path” under the viaduct. It runs through parking lots, is full of debris, often has tents and is crowded with pedestrians. As I can reasonably predict what a car will do I’ll take the car over erratic pedestrians and people backing out of parking spaces.

There are things that need to change. Cyclists really do need to follow the law but many traffic laws are not well adapted to cyclists.

FYI, Idaho cyclists can treat stop signs as yield signs. How do you like them apples?

• This reply was modified 8 years, 2 months ago by mark47n. Reason: Wanted to clean up my 4AM writing