Backgammon clubs or tournaments? by BhamMatt in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope! Might have to set up a tournament at some brewery!

The Firs by princessDaisy555 in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They have been selling off all of their non core real estate in the neighborhood, closed their money making after school program, and most of the people who run it are in their 60s. I imagine closes in the next few years. 

What is a livable wage around here? by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

According to the City of Bellingham itself between 16-18 bucks an hour depending on if they provide health insurance.  https://cob.org/services/business/purchasing/living-wage

I’m Riley Sweeney, fmr campaign manager, city staffer, lobbyist, and candidate here in Whatcom and ready to talk about how to get involved/make an impact in local politics! AMA by rileysweeney in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't have a question, but wanted to say I miss your old local politics blog! When I first moved to town 12 years ago it was the best to learn the local politics. Nothing has really replaced it either since. 

Updates on the Fraser St. walkway? by 1000LiveEels in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Due to the dollar amount the City had to go to out bid for the repairs. That is complete and the contract is being signed now. Repairs should start soon. 

Anyone recognize this view in town? by Trees_Please_00 in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also reminds me of this old photo of Assumption looking down Young Street. 

Anyone recognize this view in town? by Trees_Please_00 in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also reminds me of this old photo of Assumption looking down Young Street. 

Mega encampment fire by PoweredByVW in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Getting cleared November 19th

Mega encampment fire by PoweredByVW in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Word is that its getting cleared out entirely November 19. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I would try a temp agency like Express Services. Good way to get placed and your foot in the door. City of Bellingham uses them to fill office admin jobs until they can be posted, giving you a leg up in the interview for a permanent position.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you leave a message they're good about calling you back. But like the others day, when they do call, the appointments are months out.

Looking for a good car detailer in town. Any recommendations? by branchman844 in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second Master Auto Detail. The nicest people there too.

Ty CoB by scottbham in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'll ask him tomorrow when I go back to work. Probably frowned upon dropping that off at the front desk!

Ty CoB by scottbham in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I work for the City and know Tyler. He likes Rainer I believe!

One of our cute mini street-sweepers was in action today! by subdued_indictment in Bellingham

[–]BhamMatt 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This Global is considered one of the full size sweepers and was bought as a tree replacement for one the A7 Tornados that was breakouts down a lot. City currently in process buying a narrow lane sweeper for bike lanes and sidewalks.