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[sleegilman]

As part of Seattle Public Schools’ current master planning for the upcoming Building Excellence 5 (BEX-V) levy, the district is beginning to determine what schools will be improved, replaced, or created. SPS is projecting an increase in the high school student population of approximately 8% over the next 7 years. This works out to 1,600 students or the equivalent of one additional high school. Studies are currently being undertaken for this new high school to be located on and adjacent to the Memorial Stadium property next to Seattle Center, an area that will soon be served by three updated high schools in north-central Seattle (Ballard, Lincoln, Roosevelt – this will be the fourth). While this is where growth is expected to occur, it will not meet the needs of communities that are currently underserved. Students in these communities need a different approach; for many, the current system is not flexible, personal, or relevant. Graduation rates need improvement. The current situation supports the school-to-prison pipeline. Meanwhile, taxpayers are faced with skyrocketing property-based taxes. Change is needed.

Unofficial estimates put the cost of this new high school at over $150 million. It is being presented at some school board meetings as a fait accompli, although as some School Board Directors have noted, a decision on whether a new high school is actually needed has not yet been considered or made. There are alternatives that do not appear to have been given consideration, study, or public discussion. For example, our existing school buildings are not used to their full effectiveness. High schools are normally used for less than 1/3 of daylight hours; simply put, they are underutilized. Meanwhile, schools of all kinds suffer from lack of funding for repairs, expansion, staffing, etc. The following approaches seek to address those while providing improved learning experiences, flexible work environments for teachers, greater learning opportunities, flexible locations, and increased sustainability:

Classroom utilization: Classrooms typically remain vacant for one out of every 6 periods each day when they are used by teachers as an oversized office for planning. By providing teacher work or collaboration spaces outside of an empty classroom, general classroom utilization/capacity can be increased by up 20% (10% may be more realistic). This will have little to no impact on students’ experiences.
Class Periods: By extending class periods beyond 1 hour, transition time is reduced which both significantly increases the quality and time of classroom instruction/learning, it eliminates unnecessary non-instructional time. For every discontinued transition time, and ignoring the increased effectiveness of instructional time, the time saved for each is 3%. If classroom time is increased by this amount, a week of schooling is saved. If the school day is shortened, more time is available for evening classes. Increase utilization/capacity by 3-12%.
Evening Classes: Holding classes in the evenings offers students greater chances for worksharing (during regular business hours), increased mentorship opportunities (outside of regular business hours), alignment of hours with parents who work outside of the standard 9-5 day, and also for students who need or choose to work to support themselves and their families. For a not-insignificant percentage of our students, this would be of real benefit in many ways. It would also increase utilization/capacity by 16-80%.
Saturday Classes: Benefits are similar to Evening Classes. Increase utilization/capacity by 20%.
Summer Classes: Benefits are similar to Evening Classes. Increase utilization/capacity by up to 39%.
Total potential increased utilization/capacity: 159%
Total capacity needed: 8%

The above approaches suggest ways to increase capacity by over 150%; fortunately we only need a small fraction of that. Some or all of these approaches can be implemented to more than meet all anticipated growth while offering choice and real benefits to students, teachers, and families. Further, the monies saved by not spending $150+ million on a new high school can be saved or spent elsewhere to address capacity and maintenance issues in middle and elementary schools. By simply providing teachers with the space to work and prepare outside of a classroom that remains empty for one out of every six periods each day, capacity needs could be more than met. This approach alone could be implemented in the existing high schools over a single summer, and in total cost less than 1/200th of a new high school. The new high school is neither necessary nor does it align with the district’s goals of sustainability, flexibility, equity, or fiscal responsibility. Why are we to consider an expensive new school that will – yet again – remain unused for over 2/3 of the time?

Perhaps most importantly, providing increased flexibility and improved learning experiences and environments have great potential to improve both retention and graduation rates. This increased flexibility in both location and application can provide real benefits where they are most needed – in our underserved communities.
People “do not take kindly to a heavy handed top down approach” by our governing agencies. However, we look to our elected leaders to bring forward ideas and concepts for public discussion and analysis. At the end of the day we look to you to make decisions, either directly or through a public vote on a levy, bond, or initiative. I encourage you to bring some or all of these forward for departmental analysis, board consideration, and public discussion. Students, teachers, and families require options and choices. Please give these (any others) careful, thoughtful consideration before the decision is made to put an expensive and unnecessary new high school on the upcoming ballot to taxpayers already facing dramatically increasing tax bills.

Sincerely,

S Lee Gilman

[sw]

Did you call Green Planet? Says specifically on their website that they do gas plumbing. Or is it a matter of the project being too small?

You could try calling PSE, as they’ll have resources being the gas utility. You also might try calling Wiseman’s to see who they recommend for doing gas appliance hookups.

[birdrescuer]

I have 2 tickets which I can’t use. Price is
$285 for both tickets. Contact me at
activistkmw AT hotmail Dot com or respond here if you are interested.

[Ventana Construction]

Why keep driving across the bridge to work in 2018 when you can join a company that has great projects in West Seattle?
Ventana Construction is hiring journey-level carpenters, and bags-on lead carpenters for our remodeling and custom home projects. We offer competitive wages and full benefits: a generous PTO program, 401k and company-subsidized medical/dental/vision. All but one of our projects for next year is in West Seattle, and that means less time on the road and less wear and tear on your truck.
We are looking for skilled carpenters with a strong background in remodeling and a mix of rough and finish experience. Carpenters should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience and leads at least 7 years, with at least 2 years in a lead position.
An eye for detail and a high level of skill are extremely important. Our clients expect a high level of craftsmanship, professionalism and consideration while working their homes.
We have a no smoking/tobacco policy on all our job sites.
Please submit your resume to ‘ventanaresumes@gmail.com’ for consideration. A background check is required as part of our interview process.

[BeesPlumbing]

Bee’s Plumbing and Heating launched about 1 year ago and has rapidly grown in size since its inception and is looking for a Part Time Dispatchers/Admin Assistants who want to continue growing with the company. We offer full medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family after full time hours is established. Bee’s Plumbing and Heating also provides paid vacation and a great retirement program with a company provided match for all full and part time employees.

THE COMPANY:
At Bee’s Plumbing, each day will be fresh and exciting. You will have the opportunity to work on many different types of fun and exhilarating projects. The owners have combined industry experience of over 30 years. They have a passion of creating a fun and productive work environment.

THE POSITION:
We’re looking for a trustworthy and reliable Customer Care Coordinator/Dispatcher. The position will start out part time and can move into a full time position as the company grows depending on the needs of the employee. Salary will be very competitive and will be based on prior experience. Full medical, dental, and vision after full time hours are established. Plus a full retirement program. Driver’s license, drug test, and background checks are required.

THE SCHEDULE:
We are looking to fill the following shifts:
Thursday-Friday: 2pm-8pm aprox
Saturday: 8-4pm office hours and on call to reply to any customer calls or emails the rest of the afternoon

There potentially will be a lot of down time in this position to start. The position could be ideal for a student or someone who has projects to work on between assigned duties.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Exercise good judgment with clients
• Self-Motivated with ability to multi-task
• Detail oriented
• QuickBooks and/or ServiceTitan Experience would be beneficial

DUTIES:
• Dispatching
• Answering Multi Phone Lines and provide excellent customer service
• Calculating Payroll Hours
• Invoicing and Deposits
• Running Credit Cards
• Opening and/or Closing Office
• General office duties – filing, copying, etc.
• This position will also provide administrative support to the owners
• A/P assistance
• A/R assistance

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
-Top Pay
-Local West Seattle Company
-Internal Growth
-Great Benefits and Vacation Pay (Medical and Dental after employee becomes full time)
-Small Family Run Business

Please Email Resumes to BeesPLumbingandHeating@gmail.com
Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
do NOT contact us with unsolicited services or offers

[sw]

Sorry for lack of comments – there are a lot of references for plumbing if you do a search and most of them lead to Joe The Plumber (who is awesome, by the way). The forums have become a bit of a wasteland due to all the crabby folks.

For gas lines, I’d call Joe, Green Planet and O’Neill for local options. I have worked with both Joe and O’Neill and can recommend them without question. Have heard good things about Green Planet but have no firsthand experience. There is no real difference between installing piping for water vs. gas, any qualified plumber will do both.

Fox and Fischer are good companies, but not local to WS. You could also try calling PSE and see what they’d charge for extension of an existing line but they’d just sub it out to one of the people that you can call directly.

I would NOT recommend calling Southwest, as I’ve heard too many stories about their estimating and business practices. Your mileage may vary.

[sw]

Step 1: Do not call Southwest Plumbing.
Step 2: Do not call Southwest Plumbing.

I had my side sewer replaced by O’Neill Plumbing and had a great experience (that is, if spending your money on sewer replacement can be considered “great”). The plumber I was referred to first gave me an “all in” price that assumed worst case scenario and highest price. O’Neill gave me a “phased approach” price that had their base cost to initiate the work, then depending on what they found along the way would increase accordingly. Turns out that I needed the “full deal” price anyhow, but at least I wasn’t given that price at the onset as my only cost option. Their crew was great to work with, very courteous and mindful of my home & yard. I also had O’Neill do a water main replacement a few years before I did the sewer work. Call Cevin at O’Neill for an estimate – they’re good folks.

• This reply was modified 8 years ago by sw.

[squareeyes]

I’m really unfit and have been putting off trying to get back into any type of fitness routine for far too long. I recently saw that West Seattle Pilates opened up in the Harbor Ave ActivSpace (entrance on NE corner, back of the building against the fence) and decided to check it out. I’ve now been to five sessions (the mat class) and am really happy that it’s not intimidating and actually pretty enjoyable. If you’re like me and scared to jump into one of the more cardio-focused programs that abound, this might be a great way to ease into your fitness program.

The room accommodates just four clients so you’ll get close attention. I believe that, as her client population increases, she’ll add more classes. http://www.westseattlepilates.com

[avnikeshap]

Do you want to work for the #1 Real Estate Company in the World? Are you a friendly, hard-working, self-starter looking for a position to challenge and provide you with growth opportunities?

We are looking for a positive, high energy Front Desk Coordinator who loves working with fun, dynamic people in a fast-paced office environment.

• Must have knowledge and proficiency in MS Office platform
• Desire to provide agents and clients with superior customer service at all times while managing a variety of tasks
• Answer incoming phone calls in a courteous, helpful manner and re-direct calls accordingly
• Process incoming agent/office checks and invoices in a quick and accurate manner
• Knowledge of financial terms and principles is required. Must be able to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions.
• Maintain office supplies inventory
• Prepare office for any and all office events throughout the day. Ensure necessary materials for events are in inventory prior to all events
• Complete front desk duties such as retrieving and distributing mail/packages, keep the office, front desk, and kitchen area clean, and orderly at all times
• Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic. Must have the ability to work independently
• Self-starter, takes initiative
• Punctual and reliable is a must
• Represent Keller Williams Real Estate in a professional manner in attitude and appearance

Required Education & Experience:
• College degree or technical certification preferred
• Experience in customer services and/or public relations 1+ year
• Experience or knowledge of real estate a plus

Does this describe you? If so, please send a cover letter and resume to KWRIHR@gmail.com. We would also like you to answer the following questions in your cover letter: “Why are you interested in a job change?” and “What qualities do you believe you possess that would make you a strong, qualified candidate for this position?”

Position Location: West Seattle

[T Rex]

West Window Cleaner is a small local company and I feel are reasonably priced. They clean my outside windows every year. They also pressure wash driveways and walkways if you need that as well.

http://www.westseattlewindowcleaner.com

[happywalker]

I can’t say enough about my recent experience with Experimac on
California Ave. I had and issue with my iphone and my very old (2008) MacBook laptop. Nothing but great service from Kim and Brie, those gals really know their stuff. They also provide so much information and can answer any question you may have. So much easier than “taking a number” at any
Apple Store, AND LOCAL TOO!. They are apparently coming up on 1 year of serving the West Seattle Community. Nothing but good vibes to them.

[pennidogg]

Looking for recommendations for companies that work on side sewers. According to one company who did an emergency repair on the connection from the house to the side sewer the line from there needs to be wither lined or dug up and replaced depending on how far out of alignment the current connection is to the city. Any information is much appreciated.

[R0b0]

Please reply to your experience here! I am in the same situation and would love to extend a gas line to my kitchen safely at a reasonable price. Maybe even add a gas fireplace for when the power goes out.

Thanks WSB for providing this forum! After learning the hard way with Myspace I’ll never give away my own and my families’info on Facebook or Twitter or whatever. F that!

[thriftwaygirl]

West Seattle Thriftway is a locally owned and operated grocery store located in the heart of the Morgan Junction. Our goal everyday is to be a team of individuals that are passionate about food and exceptional customer service. We have great pride in what we do and the connection we have to our community.

We are able to offer our employees:
Attractive wages DOE and low cost medical, dental and vision insurance.
10% Employee discount, incentive programs and 401K.
Life and disability insurance and pension.
Paid time off benefits including vacation, birthday, holidays and sick time.
Flexible work schedule.

Meat Cutter, Service Counter, 1 Position

– Must be 18 years old or older.
– Food service/butcher experience a must.
– Strong customer service, multitasking and problem solving skills.
– Have a friendly attitude and a desire to work with the public and in a team environment.
– Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
– Be prompt, reliable and responsible.

Cashier, 2 Positions

As a cashier, your are responsible for ringing up and bagging groceries, cleaning the front end as well as other customer service focused tasks. Our ideal candidate:

– Must be 18 years old or older.
– Strong customer service, multitasking and problem solving skills.
– Have a friendly attitude and a desire to work with the public and in a team environment.
– Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
– Be prompt, reliable and responsible.

Night Crew Clerk, 1 Position

As a Night Crew Clerk, you are responsible for putting frieght to the shelves, facing the store as well as other customer service focused tasks. Our ideal candidate:

– Must be able to work at night including weeknds and holidays.
– Is expected to work in a fast paced, timed environment.
– Must be able to lift 50+ pounds.
– Be reliable, prompt and responsible.

Deli Clerk, 2 Positions

As a Deli Clerk you will be responsible for food service preparation and production, cleaning the deli, as well as general customer service focused tasks. Our ideal candidate:

– Must have a friendly attitude and enjoy working with the public and in a team environment.
– Must be able to follow through and take direction.
– Food Service experience a must.
– A passion for cooking and love of food is a plus.
– Strong customer service skills.
– Prompt, reliable and responsible
– Responsible for service counter and production.

Courtesy Clerk, Multiple Positions

As a Courtesy Clerk you are responsible for bagging groceries, doing carry outs, cleaning the store and other general customer service focused tasks. Our ideal candidates:

– Must be able to follow direction and be self motivated.
– Have a friendly attitude and a desire to work with the public in a team environment.
– Be reliable, prompt and responsible.
– Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Hiring process 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 and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.
Job offer is contingent upon review of driving records, subject to compliance with Seattle’s Fair chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17, regarding use of conviction and arrest records in employment decisions.

[Ilovedogs123]

Recommendations for window washers. Reliable and reasonably priced.

[Lindsey]

Yeah, I understand that some people build their lifestyles around having a car. I have two kids, anymore and I’d definitely need a car. I’d probably need a car to have a dog too, maybe. I’m also able-bodied and that matters a ton. What I’m trying to say is yeah, I get your point – that lots of people need cars. I have had many cars over the years when my circumstances were different. What I don’t understand why there are people who believe carless lifestyles are impossible or that carless families and people don’t exist.

I’ve never needed to go to the ER thank god, but if there was a serious emergency with my child the LAST thing I would want to do is have to wrestle their injured little body into a car seat and frantically drive them to a hospital. That’s what ambulances are for.

[kelso_p]

Hi WSB – our apartment complex’s storage unit was broken into over the weekend, and while the burglar left behind things of high value (skis, bicycles, electronics) they did take a carry-on hard-case silver Samsonite luggage from my wife and I. They also took a LeSportsac weekender bag that has a very high sentimental value and isn’t made anymore (it has an aloha stamp print on it (it looks like this ).

A few other items were taken, but we would be particularly keen to get these back. If it’s been dumped somewhere and someone finds it, we would really appreciate getting these back! This was near the corner of Graham Street and California.

[Robbie Ralkowski]

St. John the Baptist in West Seattle seeks a Bookkeeper for 4-6 hours/week. Ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of basic accounting skills, Quickbooks (Non-Profit edition), Intuit Payroll, general knowledge of pledge and offering procedures (experience with Shepherd’s Staff church management software desired but not required) and be technologically savvy. Flexible schedule, $19.50-$22.00 per hour, depending on experience. Confidentiality of financial information is essential. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter and a list of three references to revwesch@sjbwestseattle.org by May 1, 2018.

[Toni orchestra]

The West Seattle Community Orchestras (WSCO) is a thriving and growing community arts non-profit organization seeking a new Orchestra Manager.

The ideal candidate for this part-time position would be able to assume the responsibility for the general operations of a multi-group, 250+ member, board run organization.

Including but not limited to the following tasks:
• Overall responsibility for planning and execution of programs of the organization.
• Communications and coordinating between our conductors, including contracts.
• Lead and coordinate support staff, including assistants, music librarian, and volunteers.
• Coordinate weekly rehearsals, concerts, and special events.
• Attend monthly meetings of WSCO’s Advisory Board of directors; provide input to the work of key committees such as budgeting and staffing.

Required Skills
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Highly organized.
• Access to own computer with internet and confident using Word, Excel, and on-line documents.
• Knowledge of email platforms.
• Basic music knowledge.

Additional skills
• Basic Publisher and database knowledge and use.
• Basic website skills for updates/minor formatting.
• Currently active orchestral musician a plus.
Hours will vary depending on the time of year but should not exceed 15 hours a week. Compensation and responsibilities will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s abilities, experience, and ambition. This is an excellent opportunity to grow with a vibrant organization in our community.

Please submit cover letter and resume to info@wscorchestras.org by Thursday, April 19.

WSCO is a unique institution among community orchestras because of its strong educational mission and programs. We seek to engage and embody a lifelong love of music making, especially inspiring this joy in our younger players, but for people of all ages as well. To this end, we actively cultivate an environment that is inclusive, cooperative, and fun. We provide an array of ensembles for varied abilities and instrumentation, ranging from our Debut Orchestra to our top West Seattle Symphony Orchestra. All groups are all ages, where we encourage a culture of mentoring supported with coaching by professional players.

For more information about WSCO, visit our website at http://www.wscorchestras.org.

• This topic was modified 8 years ago by Toni orchestra.

[Ms Cinnamon]

I’m always wondering how many families ( with more than 1 child) that are carless by choice not because financial circumstances force them to are actually finding more pros than cons to this. Life consists of early meetings to work, visits to the ER (including those for pets), last minute Rx pick-ups, etc. Why are more people and more people associating having a car as a luxury? It’s a necessity for many. People are so unreliable these days, I can’t imagine needing help from someone carless, I’m dead. Getting your kid to daycare on the bus is one thing, your life and his doesn’t depend on it. I’m not up for arguments but you get my point.

[kmakowski]

Hello,

I and bunch of other artists got together and made artwork for a beautiful artbook, focused on our local Southern Resident Killer Whales. I’m running a Kickstarter for the funds to print it – and we are still short of our goal! The funding is for printing the materials (books, stickers, etc), which will then be sold and 100% of proceeds given to the Center for Whale Research and Orca Network.

If this sounds up your alley, please check out our Kickstarter at
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1247395291/those-who-remain-a-srkw-charity-art-book
And please share this with whoever else you think may be interested! We’re about 80% funded with a week left!

Thank you!

[thewindowcleaner]

We clean windows, pressure wash, scrub roofs, clean gutters, and more. No two days are the same and you get paid to stay fit and listen to tunes on your headphones. We work Tue-Sat 9:00-5:00 year-round.

Great pay: Our full-time techs make over $50K per year (and that includes plenty of time off)! Company truck and phone are provided. Sick time and PTO as well.

You need to be: Athletic and strong. Good with people. Good at problem solving. Familiar with hard work (athletics may count). 21 or older. A good communicator. Preferably a little educated. Willing to work hard!

How to apply: Send an email to office@westseattlewindowcleaner.com. Include a paragraph about yourself and a resume if you have one.

Not up for year round commitment? We are also hiring full-time seasonal summer (primarily window cleaning) employees at $20/hour. Feel free to contact us!

[susieq29]

Really? No one local or recommended? Hoped to get someone of quality. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated! Thanks.

[CarDriver]

newnative. The issue is credability. There are commenters on the blog that cheer the city on in squeezing those of us that do want and need car’s. The REALITY is that the city has not provided real world options-we’d use them if there were. What bothers us is people saying we’re the problem, then finding out they also drive cars when it’s convenient for them but saying it’s not ok for us.

[odroku]

If you have some you’d like taken away, I’m preparing for a house move. The boxes will stay in West Seattle, as we’re just moving a few miles down the road!

Thanks!