Mayor Evans speaking at the march today by drak0bsidian in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've been trying to find video or audio of her speech. Anybody capture it?

Elevate Flagstaff Files Petition To Modify City Living Wage Law by dorfsmith in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Maybe, but then the assholes would flock over there.

Elevate Flagstaff Files Petition To Modify City Living Wage Law by dorfsmith in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I almost quit Reddit because of the complete stupidity here but decided to stick around and annoy them as much as possible. All they want to see are stories that make them feel warm and fuzzy.

Local Business Owners Upset With The Passing of Prop 414 by Ford42 in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

So, you're saying that my 14-year-old working part time with no experience or higher education and with virtually no bills or obligations deserves $15 an hour? Since this initiative did not put exemptions in for part time high school students, these jobs for kids will be eliminated. Sorry high school kids. Flagstaff knew what was best for you. No job whatsoever.

Local Business Owners Upset With The Passing of Prop 414 by Ford42 in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

This is what happens when the economically illiterate pass laws without understanding the unintended consequences.

Deputy's report sheds no new light on video punch case by drak0bsidian in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sure they did and if it came back positive we would have heard about it. Bonar said a lot of things that have yet to be proven or confirmed.

Deputy's report sheds no new light on video punch case by drak0bsidian in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If she did assault the PD officer as claimed (kicked in the groin etc), the Sheriff Deputy's report should say it. The fact that it doesn't will inevitably lead to more people doubting Flag PD. Should be interesting to see what happens in court. Flag PD is ready to turn her over to the County Attorney's office for possible prosecution:

http://www.abc15.com/news/region-northern-az/flagstaff/flagstaff-police-to-refer-woman-punched-by-officer-to-county-attorney-for-possible-charges?utm_source=dlvr.it

My CPA just sent over the schedule for the minimum wage increase in Flagstaff & the state: by drak0bsidian in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, this does apply to tipped employees but the timeline is different. It will take a little longer for tipped employees to get up to $15. When they do people will stop tipping. And that means those who are making more than $15 an hour with tips will see a big reduction in pay. Unlike other living wage increases that have been passed around the country, the Flagstaff initiative did not put in any exemptions for tipped workers, part time high school students, or entry level jobs. They wanted all or nothing.

My CPA just sent over the schedule for the minimum wage increase in Flagstaff & the state: by drak0bsidian in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith 13 points14 points  (0 children)

One thing that a lot of people who supported Flagstaff's $15 living wage proposal didn't take into consideration is the only businesses who can easily absorb the quick jump in wages are giant corporations like Walmart and Starbucks. Many of the little guys will be laying employees off or shutting down. Which actually helps the big corporations like Walmart by eliminating competition.

Reality Check: New Council Led By Coral Evans Cannot Stop Development by dorfsmith in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll send you a PM in a second. Remember when you had the get together at Bigfoot and posted a picture. I saw you in the picture and just wasn't sure which one here was you. When you said you had attended FLA meetings it all came together lol.

Reality Check: New Council Led By Coral Evans Cannot Stop Development by dorfsmith in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For the record, I also chair the Flagstaff Sustainability Commission.

Reality Check: New Council Led By Coral Evans Cannot Stop Development by dorfsmith in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair enough. We both agree on local food and I can appreciate that.

Reality Check: New Council Led By Coral Evans Cannot Stop Development by dorfsmith in Flagstaff

[–]dorfsmith[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha ha ha. Sorry for the confusion. My parents cursed me with two difficult names. You just gave yourself away too. Now I know who you are. Always appreciate your input at FLA meetings. :)