John's Biz Talk posts

ISO tennant-rights or progressive property-rights attorney in seattle

Hi everyone -

I live in a small neighborhood on the back side of first hill that has recently been completely purchased by a big developer, and they have started doing neighborly things like posting back-dated eviction notices on people's doors, "repairing" things with no notice and no explanation and just generally being very creepy and shady. We are all afraid that we are going to lose our homes.

We are looking for someone who can a> do some basic research into what is going on with the property, b> advise us as to our rights and potential courses of action, and c> be able to represent our interests to what seems to be a very nasty and destructive developer.

This is a small but tight-knit and very diverse community of artists, long-time queer activists, and regular working people, some of whom are very sick and for whom moving will be very difficult. So while none of us are rich, we do have money to pay someone who is good at what they do and has a yen for this kind of good work.

thanks for any recommendations.

Looking for a Seattle Ruby on Rails developer

Hi everyone -

Here's a great job opportunity for a Seattle Ruby on Rails developer. Either contact me or Amber Rossino (amber@quixotefoundation.org) directly if you're interested.

Quixote Foundation, a progressive family foundation based in Ballard, is in need of a talented Ruby on Rails developer. They have just launched a new RoR site (located at www.quixotefoundation.org) and they're looking to establish an on-going relationship with a quality developer to help build out a client/grantee extranet and a bunch of other custom functionality.

Fairly standard RoR skills are required: - Able to independently develop in a timely manner using Ruby on Rails 1.1 (RJS, migrations, etc.) - Ability to code standards-compliant HTML/CSS - Ability to chop up Photoshop comps and some basic flash skills are good to have, too (but not necessary) - Bonus points if you can help them set up a not-too-complicated LAN in their mac-based office

This is a great opportunity to not only develop a robust site with a lot of custom functionality in Ruby on Rails, but to feel really good about the work you're doing as well. As their current developer, I can tell you that they're very nice people and easy to work with. And although I'm having to step aside for personal reasons, I'm helping them find a new developer and will be available during the transition to help get you up to speed.

So - if you are interested, send a resume and some URLs of sites that you've built to Amber Rossino. Her address is amber@quixotefoundation.org.

Finally, though they are a non-profit, salary is competitive and based on experience.

Thanks for you time.

john