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[mark schletty]

The ordinance proposal “to remove barriers to the creation of backyard cottages…” (Municipal codes Sections 23.04.041, 23.44.041, and 23.84A.032) deserves a thorough media exposure. It entails the destruction of single family zoning. It will allow BOTH attached dwelling units AND detached dwelling units plus the existing single family home on the same single lot. It eliminates any requirement for off street parking. It, in fact, turns every single family zoned lot into a lot zoned for a triplex with no off street parking, even in non-transit areas. It also reduces the owner occupancy requirement to only the first year after the units are added and no longer requires a 50% ownership. This would allow developers to make one tenant a .00001 % owner for a year, immediately converting it to defacto all rental housing, and permanently rental with no owner occupant after that. This is exactly what the Mayor said was off the table.
The city is attempting to hide this in what they make sound like a simple noncontroversial policy change to help with creating what used to be thought of as mother in law units. These changes are a complete give away to the developers and the end of true single family zoning in all areas of Seattle.
Citizens may send comments to Nick Welch at Nicolas.welch@seattle.gov..

Mark Schletty
West Seattle resident

[JanS]

This is a great recliner…I’m downsizing/simplifying, and it just takes up too much room. I don’t use it…is here because I needed it to recover from multiple surgeries. It reclines, and it can help stand you up ( a friend said it was like levitating – lol.) Works great. Also has a side pocket for books, glasses, magazines, the electric controller, which is attached.. When I used it I would put sheets on it…cover up with sheet and blanket…good for sleeping. I’m in the Admiral District near Safeway. It’s heavy…definitely a two person job moving it, as I am on the second floor, no elevator, and I can’t help…disabled here. Need it gone ASAP. Prefer cash, but I do have capabilities for CC.debit card (sole proprietor of home business). No checks. contact me at mmfeelgood@gmail dot com

am having difficulty posting pictures…it’s an oh, so lovely, neutral beige in color…email me and I’ll send pics to you. Thanks :)

[gentle]

Hi Veggie Lovers,

I tried starting 15 Bolivian cucumber seeds and have been unsuccessful. Do you have achocha starts or seed that you’d like to trade? I have a wide range of perennial and annual plants that may be on your wishlist so let’s see if we can help each other out!
PLease email me: eelstac AT gmail Dot com

[Fishgirl]

6047 42nd Ave SW (between Raymond and Graham)
4″ pots by sidewalk
First come first served
If you don’t see the pots, they are all gone

[935]

Agreed w birdrescuer….very hack-ish. Does not seem to be able to complete simple tasks without assistance. Seems to bank on the “novelty” of a woman “handyman”.
Not knowledgable, borderline incompetent. Especially @ $85/hr.
Look elsewhere or at least for other recs.

[jkg]

SSC Co-op Preschool Jobs Openings

Looking for engaging, meaningful, joyful work?

Join the SSC Co-operative Preschools Team!

Become part of the Co-op Team for the upcoming September 2016-17 school year.

Co-op Preschool Teachers…
• Nurture curiosity and a love for play and learning,
• Guide their students through age appropriate social/emotional learning,
• Collaborate with team teachers to create fun, engaging learning experiences,
• Work closely with parents in the classroom,
• Are supported by SSC Parent Instructors to enrich both student and parent learning and to build strong communities of learners and families.

Job Openings:

2s Teacher – Lincoln Park Co-op preschool is looking to fill the position for a 2s Teacher. Classes are Th-F, 9-11am at the Fauntleroy School House.

4s Teacher – Alki Co-op Preschool is looking to fill the position for a 4s Teacher,
Classes are held M-TH, 12-2:30pm at the Alki Congregational Church

Positions can be applied for together or separately depending on your employment needs. Compensation depends on experience. Additional compensated time requirements include curriculum planning, set up – before and after class, once a month Board meeting and once a month Parent Meeting, both held in the evenings.

“No matter what is going on in my life that day, when I see those kids my day brightens. It’s a job that bring so much joy.” Linda Taylor, retiring teacher, 27 years Alki Co-op

For more information and job specifics contact:

Becky Huntley, huntley5@comcast.net and visit
our website, http://www.WestSeattlePreschools.org .

Deadline for application: May 31st

[miws]

As far horse manure, I was wondering if the Seattle Police Mounted Patrol at the south end of Westcrest Park in the Highland Park neighborhood might be a possible source, and in doing a quick search, came up with this, from nearly a year and a half ago, that indicates it would be:

http://www.seattlefarmschool.com/2014/12/garden-now-mulch/

You may want to call, stop by there, or see if you can ask via their Facebook page if you are on FB: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsoftheSeattlePoliceMountedPatrol/info/?tab=overview

Mike

[lbe]

Looking for free horse or chicken manure (garbage can or two full)? I am fine with shoveling it into cans. West Seattle or Bellevue locations are fine. Only just starting my search!

[scouser]

Saying someone is lying twice doesn’t mean it is so. Please provide specifics of what you consider lies.

[zephyr]

I need someone to cut my lawn about every two weeks or so depending on the weather/rate of growth. I found someone here on the blog about four years ago–a college student. He did an excellent job and then moved out of state. His father actually took on the project until this spring. He had to stop after he sold his van and could no longer haul the equipment. That would be ideal—to find a similar situation. I would prefer not to have a landscaping crew. They tend to be pricey and I am on a budget.
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The yard is not that big, but it’s two levels and there are some steps to negotiate getting to the back. I am in Gatewood and looking for a responsible person who cares about what they are doing. For the past three months I had another yard man who got too busy with bigger projects and had to drop me. With all the rain lately, I am going to need someone soon. Hopefully someone here knows a person that they could recommend. If you need to respond privately, then I can furnish an email. Thanks, ~z
.

• This topic was modified 9 years, 10 months ago by zephyr.

[laurenryanphoto]

Apologies. My bad I should have read the rules. I’m not sure how to remove my post?

[Caffeine_Queen]

Hotwire Online Coffeehouse is looking for a friendly, customer service-oriented barista.

Hotwire is an independent coffee shop in the West Seattle neighborhood that provides high quality beverages and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We have a large loyal customer base and strong presence in the community.

We have a dedicated staff that looks to expand our customer base daily through friendly, relationship-oriented, quality service. We have a passion for what we do and it’s apparent in our interactions! We have won the “Best coffee shop in West Seattle” award twice and are committed to continuing a high level of service that meets the needs of our customers. You can learn more about us at http://www.hotwirecoffee.com

The open barista position is 25-32 hrs week, which includes weekends, and other fill in shifts as needed.

Qualifications:
 Strong customer service skills
 Friendly, positive demeanor
 Reliable, punctual, and motivated
 Ability to multi-task effectively
 Commitment to taking an active role in our Hotwire community
 Prior barista 2 years’ experience required
 Prior customer service 1 year restaurant or retail experience required
 Must be able to work weekends

The best way to apply for the job is email your resume (info@hotwirecoffee.com) with the reason why you would like to work for an indie coffeehouse. You can also come into Hotwire in person and drop off your resume as the Hotwire baristas interview for the position.

4410 California Ave SW
West Seattle, Washington 98116
Next to the Post Office

We look forward to hearing from you!

FB http://www.facebook.com/hotwirecoffee

Twitter @hotwirecoffee

[ramino]

This topsoil has never been treated with weed killers or anything like that. We are organic gardeners. I had this left over when I removed an existing lawn and replaced it with a new one.

[pegasussarah]

Apply: http://pegasuspizza.com/pegasus-pizza-assistant-manager
Summary of Position:
We are looking for someone special, with a heart and a drive to please our customers. Also to oversee, coordinate and execute the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to achieve desired sales numbers, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation of Pegasus Pizza on Alki Beach.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Understand completely all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs.
Must be able to commute effectively with kitchen staff
Ability to understand the importance of food labor costs and how to stay within the specified budget.
Must have access to reliable transportation.
Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times.
Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
Assist other staff members to complete opening, closing and prep lists.
Actively manage other staff members by working hands on in making food, servicing customers and overseeing the coordination of deliveries.
Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.
Control cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures.
Make employment and termination decisions consistent with General Manager guidelines for approval or review and with their prior consent.
Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
Continually strive to develop your staff in all areas of managerial and professional development.
Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner.
Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs.
Ensure that all products are received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures.
Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis.
Schedule labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met.
Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures.
Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees and guests.
Provide advice and suggestions to General Manager as needed.
Qualifications:

Must love Alki Beach and West Seattle
Be 21 years of age.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Have knowledge of service and food, generally involving at least three years of Quick Service Restaurant or comparable business. Including at minimum of 1 year of management experience in that business.
Possess excellent basic math skills and have the ability to operate a cash register or POS system.
Qualified candidates must have excellent customer service and employee relation skills.
Must be willing and able to fill in where needed, including as delivery driver which means having a reliable vehicle and a good driving record.
Must be detail oriented with the capability to oversee restaurant operations and multiple areas simultaneously in a fast paced environment.
Must be able to perform under pressure in a high volume restaurant including moving and responding quickly for long periods of time.
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours).
Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to work day, nights and weekends.
Must have the stamina to work 40 to 50 hours per week.
Job Type: Full-time

• This topic was modified 9 years, 10 months ago by pegasussarah.

[Pecos Pit Hiring]

Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que is coming to West Seattle! Join the Team!

After more than 30 years of serving up deliciously sloppy, habit-forming barbeque in SODO, Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que will open its 2nd location at the corner of 35th Ave and Fauntleroy Way in West Seattle!

The doors are set to open soon and we are excitedly building our team! We are currently accepting applications for Shift Leads & Supervisors, Cashiers & Counter Servers, Prep & Line Cooks, Expediters, and Dish Machine Operators.

Qualified Candidates will possess:
Fast, Casual Dining Restaurant Experience
Drive-through and/or Catering Experience a plus!

Requirements:
WA State Food Handlers Card (all positions)
WA State MAST Permit (Counter servers, cashiers & shift leads)

Compensation & Benefits:
$12-$17 per hour + tip pool
Employee Discount
Medical Insurance (after 6 months)
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (after 1 year)
Opportunities for Growth & Advancement

How to Apply:
We will be hosting a Hiring Fair on Monday, May 23rd from 11am to 1pm at our new Pecos Pit Location at the corner of 35th Ave SW and Fauntleroy Way! All interested applicants are invited to join us, meet our management team and learn more about employment at Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que. We look forward to meeting you!

Questions? Can’t make the Hiring Fair? We invite you to contact Pecos Pit Hiring Manager Katie Englund at katie@pecospit.com with any inquiries.

More about Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que:
Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que Restaurants trace their roots to 1980 when Ron & Debra Wise opened Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que in Seattle, WA on 1st Avenue South. They served two essential ingredients to their customers, warm welcomes and smoked meats. Their delicious alder smoked, slow roasted beef and pork soon became legendary. Their habit-forming slow cooked sandwiches with piles of meat and an addicting sauce became wildly acclaimed. The sauce alone was a real point of distinction, separating those who stood in line by how daring they would be. “Mild” for those sanely enjoying the meat, “Medium”, which to most is adventurously hot, and “Hot” for those who don’t mind their hair on fire. Three heats, only one sauce. It became known as “The Only Sauce”. Pecos Pit humbly began in an old open-air gas station—stand in line in rain or shine or don’t bother. And line up they did. Devoted men and women in everything from hard hats to suits have come for years to get their Pecos fix. This humble beginning started a Northwest born obsession for barbeque that Seattleites have never gotten over, nor have those who visited.

What’s Next?
So now after 36 years of having a single Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que location, Ron and Debra Wise have teamed up with Gerry Kingen to share their iconic Seattle jewel with the rest of the world, starting with West Seattle this coming spring It will open at the corner of 35th Ave SW and Fauntleroy Way SW in the former Yasuko’s Teriyaki location, across from Taco Time. The West Seattle location will feature indoor seating, and an outdoor deck as well as a handy drive through. The new Pecos locations will serve the same famous Pecos Pit BBQ found on 1st Avenue for decades, along with some new habit forming options. Offerings include our traditional pork, beef, and chicken sandwiches in a decidedly sloppy style, plus beef brisket, and hot links, with prices ranging from $7.75 to $9.50. You can add hot links; just say “spike it”, as well as bleu cheese, sharp cheddar, smoked bacon, cole slaw, pickles, extras sauce and onions. New variations include stuffed smoked potatoes (sweet or russet) for around $8, and a “Walkabouts Bowl” filled with the meat of your choice plus cheese, cold slaw and sauce. We serve healthy salads made with your choice of smoked meat, or have it veggie style, with baby kale, olives, tomatoes, cowboy caviar, cheddar cheese, and blue cheese or ranch dressing.

You can even buy bulk, smoked meats including Pecos pork, beef brisket, turkey legs, and smoked chicken ranging from $7.95 to $14.95 per pound. Word has it that the rum runners are hard at work vying for moonshine and libation offerings. Stand by for whispers on this one.

Kingen is planning on opening a number of company owned locations locally and will expand nationally to share our delicious Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que with hungry customers across the country.

[BETR]

Firm Accountant
REPORTS TO: Technical Director and Intake & Administrative Manager

DEPARTMENT: Administration

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Occasional overtime

POSITION DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY GOALS:
The Firm Accountant will have primary responsibility for the company accounting functions for all BET&R clients and staff including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and taxes. In addition, the Firm Accountant will provide project and budget tracking, reports, and summaries necessary to assist with BET&R project management. The main objective of this position is to keep BET&R’s books and financial records in order and guide the company’s financial competency and future planning. Thoroughness and flexibility will be important for this position, as well as being detail oriented, able to juggle multiple tasks, and prioritize with the goal of being extremely responsive to our customers by assisting Management and Technologists, and accomplishing the below outlined responsibilities.

ACCOUNTING:
 Coordinate staff time entry, check timesheets for accuracy, and help ensure tracking of consultant billable time is done accurately and in a timely manner;
 Invoice all jobs monthly; with the goal of having invoices corrected, cross-checked, and in the mail by the 10th of each month;
 Enter bills and process Accounts Payable ~twice monthly;
 Pay all taxes, research tax requirements when BET&R has projects in other jurisdictions;
 Proactively pursue client payment (accounts receivable) according to BET&R’s written guidelines and work with management to update guidelines as necessary. Send statements to past due accounts, resolve billing questions from clients, provide requested documentation, establish telephonic acquaintance with clients for collection purposes, etc;
 Assist Project Administrators with tracking project expenditures and prepare budgeting spreadsheets;
 Design and produce billable time, profit, and expenditure reports as requested by management and designated staff;
 Establish and maintain system for tracking of project budgets and costs, and system for alerting BET&R project manager of impending over-expenditure, so that BET&R may respond proactively;
 Track credit card receipts, balance statements monthly, and coordinate payment;
 Track non-credit card office receipts, and coordinate reimbursement to employees bi-weekly.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Point of contact between company and vendors, such as cleaners, reprographics, gym memberships, etc;
 Monitor and maintain current business licenses for BET&R in the many states where we work.

As Needed Responsibilities
 Cross-check proposals for accounting accuracy, and coordinate signed contracts with project budget tracking;
 Assist management with long-term strategic planning.

Please email resumes to info@bet-r.com

• This topic was modified 9 years, 10 months ago by BETR.

[JanS]

saw the videos…hope you were paying attention to your driving first and foremost, if you made them..yes, there are people in the world who do this on a regular basis…sadly, it’s a “me” world…and many think they’re above it all

• This reply was modified 9 years, 10 months ago by JanS.

[seaview native]

How nice of you to be thinking like this. I was in a situation where my landlord raised by rent over 30% in one year to lift to market rates (after I had been there for at least 5 years) The change certainly threw my life into turmoil. So since you have such a great tenant, if you do need to raise the rent, I would give him lots of time to figure out next steps and maybe do a stepped increase-let him know you’d be needing to raise the rent yearly at a moderate rate. While I landed on my feet after the change, it really was emotionally quite a drain for the few months in which I was trying to decide what to do.
And I think the idea of talking to the tenant about what is doable is a great idea.

[mark harman]

I would talk to Nickel Brothers. They have done a lot of house moving and jacking up in the Seattle area for years.

[carsons]

Good thing that I can manage with my now so expert DIY ideas in home improvement, interior design and a bit in woodworking, together with my son. An of course, teaming up with right resources of the materials we use. For example, flooring, windows and doors like those we get at http://caldwells.com/, where we get the stuff cheap because it was from a Liquidation doors stores.

[Les]

I have a miniature poodle and it’s possible for me to add a couple more dogs. Or if you want someone who boards professionally you can try Marcia L on Rover.

[jissy]

I see your dilemma and share it with you somewhat. I too have a rental property (not in the city of Seattle though) and have had the same tenants for 6 years, raising rent $35 one time in that 6 years, only because we include some utilities in the base rent and those utility rates have gone up.

I battle with this, too but ultimately have decided to keep it as is b/c what we’ve saved in lack of tenant turnover over the years is worth far more to me than getting more rent. It’s a mental vs. financial trade-off for me (& my property is nowhere near being paid off). I guess though if I had a tenant that was causing trouble or always complaining about something (doesn’t happen when you maintain things and keep it in good repair) I’d reconsider. I don’t think just because you can that you should but it’s an individual choice for the property and you as a landlord – you’ve got to look out for yourself and your future financial plans. I have rental property for a Plan B to move into if ever needed (it’s happened once before) but also b/c I am a small business owner with no 401K or pension and its a little bit of a plan for retirement. So I have to plan accordingly in my best interests not necessarily those of my tenants just to be a nice guy.

And I’m sure your tenant has sort of been waiting for it. I think an increase can be appropriate if you’re going to do some improvements, too.

Good luck, you’ll make the right decision.

[HiawathaCamps]

Hiawatha Community Center is currently looking for an instructor to teach a half-day cooking and gardening camp for one week this summer. The program runs July 11-15, and the work hours are 8:30-1pm. If interested, please contact Diana: diana.feinson@seattle.gov for more information.

[Bonnie]

Well, it’s nice of you to keep the rent so low but is it keeping up with the raising cost of property taxes? At the very least you should raise it to cover your property tax increases over the years, which I am sure are significant.

[miws]

captsteve, Here’s the most recent, I believe, WSB article on that, from a couple of months ago:

Mike

• This reply was modified 9 years, 10 months ago by miws.