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A couple months ago, an up-and-coming local rapper was tragically shot near Queen Anne, and his memorial was constructed around the SW 24th and Kenyon street sign, apparently near where he grew up. This is a really touchy subject and I don’t want to rub anyone the wrong way – but ever since the tragic event there has been constant commotion at this street corner.
For the first couple weeks, a group of his friends congregated at the memorial every evening into night, played the rapper’s music from their cars, and generally kept to themselves. I don’t think anybody living nearby took issue with this, it was sad, touching really, and I went out a few times to talk to the people making the memorial and connect with them. They seemed really nice, and were clearly experiencing a tragic loss.
As the weeks have gone on, the nightly gathering has gotten bigger and bigger, with more and more cars and people showing up every week. The activities have shifted as well – now every evening it’s blaring music (all sorts, not just the late rapper’s), people yelling, racing their cars, and drinking publicly. This last weekend was the most people I’ve seen so far; 30-40 people were in a big group in the middle of the road, completely blocking it, with music blasting from their cars, easy-up tents on the perimeter, with children running around in the street unsupervised while people publicly drink, fight, and yell obscenities.
Illegal activity I’ve observed:
– Blocking traffic, stopping cars and refusing to get out of the street
– Publicly drinking, and overt public intoxication (in front of SPD even)
– Racing cars up and down Kenyon St
– Blaring music from their cars well into the morning (2am+)
– Massive amounts of litteringThe handful of times I’ve observed these illegal activities I’ve called SPD and made a report, and every time they say they’re aware of the group that is hanging out there, and that they are receiving multiple reports every time I call. I’ve seen patrol cars show up a number of times, but nothign ever seems to get resolved. SPD just shoos people out of the road, and the music is turned down until they leave again, when it all resumes.
I’m not sure what to do at this point – it seems like it’s gotten to be less about the memorial/remembrance and more about getting together every night and causing commotion/loitering. I don’t want to step on anyone’s toes because of the context of this tragedy, but it’s really starting to be a problem for those of us living in the nearby apartments.
/rant
Seattle remodeling contractor is seeking an experienced carpenter with strong finish skills to join our team. We’re looking for candidates with a strong background in residential remodel construction. We’re considering carpenters who have at least 5 years experience in remodeling.
Candidates should have a solid knowledge of framing to finish specifically in remodeling. All candidates should have standard carpentry tools, personal protection gear and reliable transportation.
Carpenters should have journey-level skills, and be able to work alone or with a crew to complete framing, window and door installation, exterior trim, siding and interior finish work. This position is likely to focus on finish work, so strong skills in stain-grade materials, railings, stairs and custom millwork are essential.
Most of our projects are additions and significant remodels of existing homes. Details and quality of work are extremely important; we are looking for someone who can both focus on immediate tasks and think forward.
We offer competitive wages and full benefits: a generous PTO program, 401k and company-subsidized medical/dental/vision. We work primarily within the city limits of Seattle.
Please submit your resume to ‘ventanaresumes – at – gmail.com’ for consideration. Due to the large number of expected resumes, we will only respond to top candidates.
Topic: Fed Ex incident
Checking to see if any readers were involved in an incident with a Fed Ex truck about 2:20 this afternoon, 6/20/18, at the corner of 35th & 102nd?
I heard sounds of a verbal altercation and looked out to see a Fed Ex truck with a white vehicle stopped right behind it. Then I heard a bang, followed by my gate slamming loudly. I went out, and found my package on the walkway inside my yard. I noticed the gate was ajar, and when I went to close it I saw that the latch was bent in half and damage done to the gate where the screws had torn out through the wood. It won’t close at all now. The truck hadn’t left yet, and I confronted the driver. He denied having “touched” my gate – an interesting position given that he’d just delivered a package. Then he backed up at speed down the block, as if he were looking for someone.
My theory is that he’d had words with someone in another vehicle (probably about his driving) and took it out on my gate. Looking for witnesses, as I’ll be filing a claim. The gate hardware was brand new, just installed a few weeks ago. I would really appreciate any witnesses who might have seen what happened. Thanks in advance.
Hello!
I was turned on to this blog by a friend and former teacher of mine that used to live in Seattle. I just finished my third year as a teacher in Milwaukee Public Schools and will be moving to Seattle to begin working at Pathfinder! I am beyond excited for this opportunity! Seattle has always been a dream city and Pathfinder sounds like an amazing school, so to serve the students and population of a dream city really has me hyped beyond belief.
I am currently in the midst of finding decent and affordable housing. I will continue to browse Craigslist for postings but would love the input of the locals. Here is what I am up against:
– I will be leaving Milwaukee around the first week of August
– I can pay a security deposit and two months rent immediately, though since my income is pretty fixed until I start working for SPS I would prefer that to cover August and September rent as opposed to a first month/last month deal
– I am moving with just what will fit in my car, so I will plan on buying any furnishings I need for a room once I arrive or would be open to a furnished room
– The max I can afford on a room for rent and all utilities would be $1,000 a month, and if at all possible would like to go lower.
– I am 26, will be 27 this September and am very active when I am not at work! I am either working/tinkering with things around the house or biking, hiking, camping, ANYTHING outdoors, and will be going to early AM workouts.If you know of someone in the West Seattle neighborhood that think this sounds like a great fit please let me know and I would love to get in touch! Otherwise, if there are other places to look for housing other than Craigslist just let me know! Any tips and tricks would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks a ton!
-Nate
Peace Lutheran Church in West Seattle has a part time office administrator position to fill immediately. Duties include providing administrative and secretarial services to the congregation’s professional church staff.
Job skills desired: Competent with a variety of computer based functions, including word processing, publishing, spreadsheet, and web site maintenance, operation of office equipment, record keeping and filing, answering phones, ability to organize, communicate and administrate information while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. (Hours negotiable)
So, the mayor is going to investigate the immigration mess.
I guess Seattle has solved all of its local problems so she can go get involved in a national issue. I hope she is not spending a cent of my tax dollars for her and her entourage to travel, lodge and eat.Gorgeous brand new mattress with box spring. Beautiful Frame too!
Take both for $1400. Moving out of state! Must sell!
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/fuo/d/king-size-bed-mattress-brand/6615595311.html
We are an organic residential landscape company looking for an experienced gardener/landscapers to join us. We design, build and maintain sustainable gardens and have been recognized as a 5-Star EnviroStar company. We are a West Seattle based business and work throughout the greater Seattle area. We work year round and provide career opportunities. We work an 8 hour day, 8:00-04:30.
Job requirements:
Experience in garden maintenance and installation
Plant knowledge
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Some construction experience is a plus
WSDL and proof of insurance
Must own your own vehicle, truck greatly preferred.
Salary DOE
Please send resume to
nwbpat@yahoo.com
Northwest Botanicals Inc.
http://www.NorthwestBotanicals.com
206-932-1850 (office)Are you looking for a carpentry job that challenges you? A job that works in all phases of carpentry, and is a part of the bigger picture? A job that has opportunity to grow?
Potter Construction is an award winning Remodeling Company in West Seattle. In business since 1979 we serve the greater Seattle area. We do a lot of beautiful looking additions, kitchens, baths, and basement remodels.
We currently have a position available for a Lead Carpenter. This position oversees the project and performs the carpentry work . Your job is to do the work and work with the subs and suppliers and make sure everything works well on site.
This position is supported by the Production Manager, and the General Manager.
You like to work independently and have organization and communication skills. We provide support with the paperwork and scheduling and weekly meetings. You care about the customer and want to make sure their concerns are heard. We provide an organized approach to projects that keeps drama to a minimum.
Summary of key responsibilities
-Understand blueprint drawings and written specifications. As well as work orders, change orders and other construction related paperwork
-Perform rough and finish carpentry to company’s standard of quality and according to the plans and specifications. This includes ability to do layout, framing, siding. Install cabinets and trim, doors and windows,
-Have some experience with dry wall.
-Being able to do simple repairs in plumbing, electrical and flooring is a plus.
-Interact positively and collaboratively with the Owner and Architect.
-Able to meet and work with building inspectors
-Ensure jobsite safety, Maintain a safe jobsite.
-Install dust protection and weather protection.Required Knowledge, skills and abilities:
-The ability to read and understand construction documents
-Experience with all phases rough and finish carpentry
-Good communication skills
– Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Excel and outlook
-Neat appearance, non-smoker
-Reliable vehicle, preferably truck or van
-Ability to perform physically demanding work on a consistent basis, including lifting 60 lbs.
-Washington State drivers’ license and good driving record.
-Cell phone, full complement of hand tools and small power tools required.
-bilingual a plus.To learn more about our company visit us at http://www.potterconstruction.com or http://www.facebook.com/potterconstruction
Send Resume, cover letter and references by email to jobs@potterconstruction.com
All qualified candidates will be contacted.
Location: West Seattle
Compensation $30-40/HR DOE
We offer paid vacation time and sick time
Health and dental benefits after 90 days of employment
401k plan with matching available
Principals only, no recruitersRave: A few weeks ago, SDOT actually came out to fix 35th Ave SW and it wasn’t their pothole ranger team; an actual repaving team – yay!
Rant: After a whole production of partial lane closures with 8-9 large pieces of paving equipment and trucks, only a tiny sliver of a lane was paved a glorious 2 blocks from Myrtle to Holly.
What’s half-“baked” (half-a**-ed) about this?
The strip paved doesn’t align with the lane. It partially covered the turn lane and partially the driving lane. There will be guaranteed potholes starting on the seam this winter right in the middle of the driving lane. More future dangerous swerving opportunities created. We’ll now spend the next 2 years like mindless Sisyphean idiots punching away requests on the Find-it-Fix-it app. They also didn’t do the last pothole ridden block between Holly and the nice concrete of the Morgan/35th intersection. They also left the half-baked pothole ranger slap-dash fixed stretch between Othello and Myrtle in front of OLG.
It’s just a hodge-podge of expensive repetitive half-baked fixes on 35th.
Why didn’t they just properly pave a whole lane?
Why didn’t they pave adjacent blocks while they were out for the day or two?
Who manages this work?
Do different teams talk to each other?
Is this even cost efficient?
Can anybody explain if anything SDOT does is logical?
What the actual ****?As part of annual fundraising for the PAWSwalk 2018, my team WestSide Dogs will be hosting a yardsale to benefit PAWS (Progressive Animal Welfare Society) on Saturday 6/30! (Sale details will be listed in a separate posting in the associated section the week prior).
We are looking forward to fundraising for the animals again this year, and need your help in the form of donated items for the sale!
Please check your closets, basements and garages for any unwanted but sellable stuff that you can donate to the sale–All proceeds from the sale will go to PAWS!
E-mail westseadogs@gmail.com to arrange a pickup or drop off. We are taking donations now right up until the day before the sale.Get rid of that clutter and help the animals at the same time!!
https://give.paws.org/team/175156
(You can also track our fundraising progress on this page too.)
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