Friday, October 07, 2005

Argh! CB7 Full Board Meeting

Some neighbors and I got to the meeting and there were two developers presenting. It was boooooooring. Two and half hours later, we grabbed a bite to eat. The cafe license was last on the agenda, and we were not even 1/3 of the way through. The bar owner wasn't even there - his architect was representing him (to be fair, the owner's wife was having a baby).

We got back. Meeting's over.

AAAAARGH!!!!

We spoke to Peter Jenkins and some character named Allen after the meeting. They gave us great advice. Penny Ryan, who's the CB7 District Manager, gave me great advice the next day too.

I even called the city 311 and another city department. I've had horrible experiences and wait times with this in the past, but instead I got transferred quickly to the right person. He was incredibly helpful too! Things have certainly changed (I hope).

Lesson learned: even if the bureaucracy fails you, make respectful, productive contact with people. That will not fail.

I'm hopeful.

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