[Transit] bus service increase/event

amy antennas2heaven at gmail.com
Tue Mar 14 22:33:52 PDT 2023 

Sorry we'll miss you on this one but thank you so much for boosting,
Daniel!!

On Tue, Mar 14, 2023, 10:17 PM Daniel Heppner <dh at danielheppner.com> wrote:

> Sadly I won't be able to make this since I'm going to be out of town, but
> I'll be happy to share it around!
>
> On Tue, Mar 14, 2023 at 4:18 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Awesome, thanks for getting it out there!
>>
>> On Tue, Mar 14, 2023, 12:09 PM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Planning to email it around this afternoon as well so go for it, I'd say.
>>>
>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tue, Mar 14, 2023 at 11:54 AM Wes Mills <wesmills at wesmills.com>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Wooo, awesome.
>>>>
>>>> Are we good to start sharing this around?  I might be able to get it
>>>> into the Share the Cities newsletter if I didn’t mess up remember when the
>>>> cutoff is...
>>>>
>>>> On Tue, Mar 14, 2023, at 11:02, Doug Trumm wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Here's the eventbrite page I made:
>>>> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boost-transit-now-social-hour-tickets-588344523307
>>>>
>>>> Let me know if I missed anything.
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Tue, Mar 14, 2023 at 8:12 AM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for volunteering to make the Eventbrite, Doug!
>>>>
>>>> And also thanks to Jim from TRU for volunteering to represent at this
>>>> Thursday's TRU meeting.
>>>>
>>>> Great progress everyone!
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Mar 13, 2023, 11:56 PM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Yes. Can get an event listing up tomorrow on our site. Can make an
>>>> eventbrite or something unless somebody has a tool they like to use and
>>>> wants to do the honors.
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Mar 13, 2023 at 8:42 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hey folks,
>>>>
>>>> Big thanks to Evan who got us set up at Optimism for Tuesday 3/28.
>>>> That's just around the corner so we should probs get word out to our orgs
>>>> this week.
>>>>
>>>> Here's the deets on Optimism:
>>>>
>>>> We have your reservation booked for 3/28/2023 at 6:00 PM. Please look
>>>> for the table with your event name on it. We can have your event space
>>>> ready for your around 530 or so but you can definitely come in earlier to
>>>> set up the space as well.
>>>> Just in case you haven’t been in before, we only serve beer (no wine,
>>>> mixed drinks, or food). You will find a food truck in front of the building
>>>> along Union and our food truck schedule
>>>> <https://optimismbrewing.com/food-trucks> on our website. You are also
>>>> welcome to have food delivered or bring your own food or non-alcoholic
>>>> beverages (just remember to grab silverware and napkins). We just ask that
>>>> you clean up after yourselves at our self-bussing stations.
>>>>
>>>> Does anyone wanna take the lead on crafting an announcement we can all
>>>> use or would you like to craft your own messages to circulate?
>>>>
>>>> Best regards,
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Thu, Mar 9, 2023 at 3:22 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Just a quick update: Brewlab was way too expensive so Evan reached out
>>>> to Optimism and they'll host us free if we do the event on a Tuesday.
>>>> We're checking into what Tuesday availability they have.  Is there anyone
>>>> who may be speaking that can't make Tuesday 3/28 work?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Mar 8, 2023 at 11:30 PM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Great news. I'm free on 3/28 but out of town the first week of April.
>>>> Could probably send somebody else from The Urbanist in my stead in a pinch
>>>> if we end up needing to push to that week. Thanks for the upate Evan!
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Mar 8, 2023 at 6:58 PM Evan Jayne <volunteer at seattlesubway.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi everyone!
>>>>
>>>> So we could host our event FREE at Optimism if we host it on a Tuesday!
>>>> Want me to see if Tuesday, 3.28 is available and if not, check about
>>>> Tuesday, 4.4?
>>>>
>>>> Still trying to wrangle a speaker on my end. Hoping to have an update
>>>> by Monday at the latest.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Evan
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Mar 6, 2023 at 5:31 PM Evan Jayne <volunteer at seattlesubway.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Of course! Haven't heard anything back yet (they said it would be 2-3
>>>> business days) but will let you know as soon as I do!
>>>>
>>>> Evan
>>>>
>>>> On Sun, Mar 5, 2023 at 4:08 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thank you so much for chasing the info down, Evan! Super appreciate it.
>>>>
>>>> On Sun, Mar 5, 2023, 12:37 PM Evan Jayne <volunteer at seattlesubway.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi again!
>>>>
>>>> I just filled out request forms for Optimism and Owl and Thistle. I'll
>>>> update everyone when I hear back!
>>>>
>>>> Evan
>>>>
>>>> On Sun, Mar 5, 2023 at 11:42 AM Evan Jayne <volunteer at seattlesubway.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> 100% hear that! I'll reach out to Optimism and Owl and Thistle and see
>>>> what they say!
>>>>
>>>> Evan
>>>>
>>>> On Sat, Mar 4, 2023 at 7:42 AM Katie Wilson <katie at transitriders.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Yeah that’s a lot!! We used to do some events at the Owl ’n Thistle,
>>>> they let us use space for free as long as we didn’t expect other patrons to
>>>> totally clear out.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mar 3, 2023, at 10:49 PM, Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> That seems too pricey to me. I'd rather risk a noisy larger venue like
>>>> Optimism than let the budget get that big. Thanks Evan for getting the
>>>> info. Anybody got any other venue ideas? Have a good weekend all, Doug
>>>>
>>>> On Fri, Mar 3, 2023 at 2:39 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hey folks, happy Friday!
>>>>
>>>> Evan heard back from Brewlab on availability and costs:
>>>>
>>>> Date: We should pick one of the Thursdays because they're not open on
>>>> Tuesdays
>>>> Cost:$2400 to book two rooms (and food/bev will be more)
>>>>
>>>> We haven't talked about budget for this endeavor - does this seem
>>>> reasonable/doable? or do we need to pivot?
>>>>
>>>> Best regards,
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Feb 27, 2023 at 10:57 AM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hey folks,
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Thanks to everyone who could attend yesterday! If you have any changes
>>>> or additions to these notes, please feel free to reply on the thread:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *In attendance:* Wes (TRU), Sarah (36th Dems), Doug (the Urbanist),
>>>> Evan (Seattle Subway), Amy (TRU)
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Topics:*
>>>>
>>>>    - Event venue
>>>>    - Event goals
>>>>    - Event name
>>>>    - Event invite platform
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Venue:*
>>>> On email, we'd been talking about Optimism and Redhook Brewlab on
>>>> Capitol Hill, and Doug mentioned in his last email that he was leaning
>>>> Redhook since Optimism is so large - it could be hard to hear speakers.
>>>> Evan volunteered to reach out to Redhook to see if they have
>>>> availability for any of our preferred dates and to get further information
>>>> about booking, and he emailed them right after the meeting.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Goals:*
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Broadly:*
>>>>
>>>>    - Restore and expand transit service for everyone
>>>>    - Accessible, frequent, functional, connected transit for all
>>>>    - Better coverage during nights, weekends, and off-peak
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *This event:*
>>>> *Goals for our members:*
>>>>
>>>>    - Raise awareness/educate
>>>>    - Encourage participation in key actions (such as letter writing,
>>>>    public comment at meetings)
>>>>    - Sign on to a pre-written letter
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Goals for local leadership:*
>>>>
>>>>    - Get this issue back on officials' radar
>>>>    - Demonstrate engagement and demand for change
>>>>    - Restore funding to increase service and support needed
>>>>    recruitment of drivers
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Event name:* we landed on *Boost Transit Service Now*
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Invite platform:* we decided to use Eventbrite
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Pending actions:*
>>>>
>>>>    - *Confirm venue: *Evan reached out to Brewlab, ball's in their
>>>>    court
>>>>    - *Confirm date:* Dependent on venue
>>>>    - *Confirm speakers: *If you haven't already landed on who's
>>>>    speaking for your org, pls get together with your folks to discuss
>>>>    - *Confirm Seattle Subway alignment:* Evan to meet with Seattle
>>>>    Subway this week
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> We'll continue to work through actions on email, no further meetings
>>>> scheduled at this time.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 1:07 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hey folks,
>>>>
>>>> Evan, Wes, and I are on the call, please join if you're available
>>>> because some of us have a hard stop at 1:45 Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 10:55 AM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> All of those March dates work for me. Ben B from SeaSub and I chatted
>>>> about this last week, and I think we're leaning toward a smaller venue than
>>>> Optimism such as Brewlab since it may be hard for the audience to hear the
>>>> program at Optimism given how packed it normally is and it all being one
>>>> giant room (unless you rent the upstairs which is spendy). Can discuss more
>>>> at 1. See you then!
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 10:50 AM Sarah Reyneveld <
>>>> sarahreyneveld at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Sounds good. I have a campaign event so will likely be late to this,
>>>> but will try to join! Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>>
>>>> On Feb 25, 2023, at 7:04 PM, Evan Jayne <volunteer at seattlesubway.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> 
>>>> Hi all,
>>>>
>>>> Apologies for the late response.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for setting up the meeting, Amy!
>>>>
>>>> In terms of agenda, I was thinking we could do quick intros, discuss
>>>> event date and locations, event agenda (I.e., who from each group will be
>>>> talking and what they’ll be talking about), and next steps for planning -
>>>> does that sound good? Obviously open to any other agenda items!
>>>>
>>>> Thanks, and looking forward to connecting with everyone tomorrow!
>>>>
>>>> Evan
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Feb 22, 2023 at 4:50 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Adding Doug back to the megathread cause I notice he got dropped
>>>> somewhere.
>>>>
>>>> Just sent a planning meeting invite out for Sunday. If you can't make
>>>> it or would like to invite additional folks to join you, feel free to
>>>> forward. For anyone who can't make it, I'll take notes.
>>>>
>>>> Do we want to crowdsource a list of discussion topics over email this
>>>> week or just play it by ear on Sunday? If you want to crowdsource, drop
>>>> your topics on this thread, otherwise, looking forward to chatting on
>>>> Sunday!
>>>>
>>>> Best regards,
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Feb 20, 2023 at 5:08 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hey folks,
>>>>
>>>> So on the *event date*, I'm hearing so far that all dates work for
>>>> folks, with Sarah having a preference for Thursdays. So I suggest we
>>>> prioritize the Thursdays, and let venue availability guide which date we
>>>> actually use. So:
>>>>
>>>> 1) Thurs March 23
>>>> 2) Thurs March 30
>>>> 3) Tues March 28
>>>>
>>>> Please respond if any objections/concerns/different suggestions for
>>>> this approach.
>>>>
>>>> On the *planning meeting*, it sounds like Seattle Subway has an
>>>> org-wide conflict this Thursday evening. I'm assuming folks are still open
>>>> to a meeting Sunday Feb 26 anytime between 10am and 2pm? Sarah, if you
>>>> can't make it, is there someone from 36th Dems who can represent you, or
>>>> could you make a suggestion for a different date? * If I hear no
>>>> objections by Wednesday Feb 22, then I will send out a meeting invite for
>>>> 1pm Sunday Feb 26th.*
>>>>
>>>> *Question: How many folks do we think we can pull in from each
>>>> organization for the event?* Knowing this will help us when we're
>>>> working with venues to determine if they can accommodate the group, right?
>>>> It seems important to know? I'm not an event planner, so if there's any
>>>> other info folks think we should gather or prioritize, please chime in!
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Feb 20, 2023 at 3:59 PM Evan Jayne <volunteer at seattlesubway.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> All 3 event dates work for me! Unfortunately, Seattle Subway is pretty
>>>> booked up for a call February 23
>>>>
>>>> Evan
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Feb 20, 2023 at 1:20 PM James McIntosh <
>>>> mcintoshjamesswc01 at centurylink.net> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> All 3 of these dates work for me.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Thursday March 23, Tuesday March 28, and Thursday March 30th.
>>>>
>>>> Either place would be good.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks. Jim
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Sun, 19 Feb, 2023 at 11:31 AM, Sarah Reyneveld <
>>>> sarahreyneveld at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> To: amy
>>>> Cc: volunteer at seattlesubway.org; transit at transitriders.org
>>>> Thanks, Amy! Any of those dates work for me, with a preference for the
>>>> Thursdays. I don't have any preference or objection to the two locations
>>>> proposed. Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> On Fri, Feb 17, 2023 at 10:37 AM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hey folks,
>>>>
>>>> Happy Friday! Updates on planning:
>>>>
>>>> *Event date: *Thursday March 23, Tuesday March 28, and Thursday March
>>>> 30th tied for most popular date choices.
>>>>
>>>> *Planning meeting date:* We can't get everyone on the same date, it
>>>> sounds like. The two most popular choices were:
>>>>
>>>>    - Thurs Feb 23 between 6:30 and 9pm: Evan isn't available
>>>>    - Sunday Feb 26 anytime between 10am and 2pm: Sarah isn't available
>>>>
>>>> *Do we need to try to hash this out a phone call really quickly or can
>>>> someone appoint a delegate from their org to represent them for one of
>>>> these times?* As soon as we can agree I'll send out a call invite.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Location: *I heard no preference or objection between Brewlab and
>>>> Optimism. *We should probably see if either of these places has
>>>> availability on any of the 3 dates and determine cost - anyone want to help
>>>> out with this?*
>>>>
>>>> *Speakers:* I heard no discussion on this, I am assuming we're good
>>>> with getting a speaker from each org to represent? I know Doug already
>>>> volunteered to speak for the Urbanist,* can everyone else start
>>>> thinking about a speaker from their org?* I assume we're looking for
>>>> ~5mins/per, but what do you think?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks,
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Tue, Feb 14, 2023 at 3:56 PM Sarah Reyneveld <
>>>> sarahreyneveld at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks, Doug and all. Thursday, February 23rd at 6:30pm is the only
>>>> time that works for me if we can swing that date. Looking forward to it.
>>>>
>>>> Sarah
>>>>
>>>> On Tue, Feb 14, 2023 at 8:42 AM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I filled out the planning meeting poll and it looks like *Thursday Feb
>>>> 23 6:30 to 8pm* window or *Sunday Feb 26 10am to 2pm* window are our
>>>> two leading options with 4 yeses. (I could also probably make Tuesday
>>>> evening Feb 21 work in a pinch, but will be out of town so not ideal.)
>>>> Would any of those work for you, Sarah?
>>>>
>>>> Either Optimism or Brewlab are fine by me.
>>>>
>>>> Apologies for missing the second scheduling poll earlier. I believe I
>>>> filled out the other one, but let me know if not.
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Feb 13, 2023 at 8:57 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks Doug and Evan! Appreciate your insight! Just an update for the
>>>> group and some *quick* *actions to complete by Thursday 2/16:*
>>>>
>>>> *Scheduling:*
>>>> I have 3 voters for the "event date" poll and 2 voters for the
>>>> "planning meeting date" poll....doesn't quite seem like a quorum :)
>>>> *Action if you haven't responded to the polls yet: Please help us pick
>>>> dates for the event and/or the planning meeting* - the more voices we
>>>> hear, the better chance we have of picking days when everyone can
>>>> participate.
>>>> *Event poll: * <https://forms.office.com/r/LuiMwCA69n>
>>>> https://forms.office.com/r/LuiMwCA69n
>>>> *Planning meeting: * <https://www.when2meet.com/?18703350-cnKIp>
>>>> https://www.when2meet.com/?18703350-cnKIp
>>>> If for whatever reason the polls are not great for you, please feel
>>>> free to email me your responses and I will record them for you. Heck, you
>>>> can even text me: 206-240-4457.
>>>>
>>>> *Location:*
>>>> Love the Optimism and Brewlab suggestions! they both check a couple of
>>>> key boxes - well served by transit, centrally located, have outdoor seating
>>>> for folks, have spacious floorplans that accommodate groups, 99% sure both
>>>> are wheelchair accessible. I think Optimism has at least one or two
>>>> non-alcoholic options for folks...not sure about Brewlab but I'll try to
>>>> get over later this week to check. Optimism is open 7 days/week, Brewlab is
>>>> open Wed - Sun. Optimism has food trucks (and lets you bring your own food)
>>>> and Brewlab has pizza.
>>>>
>>>> *Action: If you have another location suggestion, or support for or
>>>> objection to Optimism or Brewlab, please respond to this thread.*
>>>>
>>>> *Speaker:*
>>>> Doug suggested that each of the orgs bring a speaker. There are some
>>>> merits to that approach - it'll probably be easier to get a few friendlies
>>>> to speak for a few minutes than to recruit one outside "bigger" speaker,
>>>> speakers could be spaced throughout the event so that everyone gets to hear
>>>> a speaker even if they only come for part of the event, it's always nice to
>>>> hear from different voices instead of just one, and will help everyone get
>>>> at least one guaranteed introduction to an org they don't currently belong
>>>> to.
>>>>
>>>> *Action: Does this seem like the right approach to you? Or do you think
>>>> we should try to recruit an outside speaker? Maybe you have a different
>>>> idea? Please respond to this thread and let us know!*
>>>>
>>>> *Action Summary due Feb 16:** 2 questions to answer on email (a
>>>> sentence or bullet point is fine), 2 scheduling polls to respond - I
>>>> estimate about 5 mins total to complete*. I set the Feb 16th deadline
>>>> because I find deadlines helpful for this sort of thing but let me know if
>>>> you need more time/flexibility, I don't intend to stress folks out or be
>>>> un-inclusive.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks so much! Happy Valentines and Election Day tomorrow!
>>>>
>>>> Best regards,
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Feb 13, 2023 at 6:42 PM Evan Jayne <volunteer at seattlesubway.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Yes, thanks for putting this together, Amy!
>>>>
>>>> I threw in my/Seasub's availability for both a happy hour and a
>>>> planning chat. Let me know if you have any questions.
>>>>
>>>> Also, I agree with Doug. For our first joint happy hour, it makes sense
>>>> to have reps from each of our orgs speak. In terms of location, Optimism
>>>> does have incredible capacity. We could also look into Red Hook Brew Lab if
>>>> we wanted to do something with outdoor options (I know Ballard and Fremont
>>>> have a TON of breweries with outdoor seating - but those two neighborhoods
>>>> can be a bit difficult to get to transit-wise).
>>>>
>>>> Looking forward to connecting with everyone!
>>>>
>>>> Evan
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Feb 13, 2023 at 12:48 PM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for putting together the scheduling poll, Amy.
>>>>
>>>> As to the speaker question, I think just having one rep from each org
>>>> speak to the important transit needs emerging would be interesting for our
>>>> first joint meeting. We could look for outside guests at future events. I'd
>>>> be happy to serve as The Urbanist's speaker/rep. Does that sound about
>>>> right? Can also seek out a "name" if that seems more enticing.
>>>>
>>>> Regarding the venue, how do we feel about Optimism Brewing? Feels like
>>>> everything happens there, but they do have capacity for bigger events. Open
>>>> to other ideas though!
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Tue, Feb 7, 2023 at 8:25 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hey everyone!
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Just wanted to get the gang back together on the Urbanist/Seattle
>>>> Subway/TRU/36th Dems pro-transit meet and greet. I'm going to recap what I
>>>> know and then give us some discussion items to kick off the convo.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Since we last met, Doug talked to Evan Jayne from Seattle Subway. I've
>>>> copied Evan on this thread, welcome!
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Timing:*
>>>> It sounds like Seattle Subway is doing an event next week, which felt a
>>>> little soon for scheduling us all together, so Doug and Sarah and I are
>>>> thinking March (*perhaps late March?*) would be better for a joint
>>>> meetup. I think we've talked about this as a *happy hour (6pm -8/9ish)*
>>>> timeslot, but please raise your hand if you are thinking differently.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Action for you: Please fill in the scheduling poll - what day should
>>>> we hold the event?*
>>>> <https://forms.office.com/r/LuiMwCA69n>
>>>> https://forms.office.com/r/LuiMwCA69n
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Place:*
>>>> Seattle Subway usually meets at Pike Place Bar and Grill, but given
>>>> this is a larger event, we may need to find a new home.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Questions for you:*
>>>>
>>>>    - *How many people do we think we can recruit from our respective
>>>>    orgs?*
>>>>    - *Any ideas for a good location? Maybe you know someone who works
>>>>    at a cool spot? It would be inclusive to find a place that has a patio or
>>>>    some kind of outdoor mingling space.*
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Agenda planning meeting:*
>>>> At our last meeting, we talked a bit about maybe having a speaker at
>>>> this event, and it sounds like Evan is interested in that too. We could dig
>>>> a little deeper into what actions we are bringing this coalition together
>>>> to drive short- and medium-term. We can try to hash this out on email but I
>>>> suspect a live discussion is the quickest/easiest way to get there.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Action for you: Yeah, sorry, it's another scheduling poll. When can
>>>> you meet to discuss the agenda/planning?*
>>>> <https://www.when2meet.com/?18703350-cnKIp>
>>>> https://www.when2meet.com/?18703350-cnKIp
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Question for you: Who should we try to recruit to speak?*
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> *Please fill in those scheduling polls no later than Monday Feb 13th*
>>>> just so we can get stuff landed and making progress. In the meantime, would
>>>> love to hear any discussion/ideas on location and speakers right here on
>>>> this thread.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for leaning in on this!
>>>>
>>>> Best regards,
>>>> Amy Richards
>>>> Transit Riders Union
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Thu, Feb 2, 2023 at 11:07 AM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Also Evan replied this morning with an update, which includes times
>>>> that leads me to think March 20-23 window is looking promising:
>>>>
>>>> "Given that this will be a joint event, and we'll likely attract a
>>>> larger crowd than we've attracted when we've hosted independent events, I'm
>>>> thinking the Pike Place Bar and Grill will probably be too small. Do you
>>>> have any thoughts on where we could host our happy hour? I'm more than
>>>> happy to do some digging and help pinpoint and then secure a location.
>>>>
>>>> Also, in terms of timing, we're open to any week night (probably
>>>> between 6:00 and 8:00 or 6:00 and 9:00?) the weeks of 3.13, 3.20, or 3.27.
>>>> Do you have an ideal date in mind?
>>>>
>>>> Finally, I'd love to align on an agenda at some point. I think it would
>>>> be great to set a solid amount of time aside for open mingling/networking
>>>> but think having a designated speaker/presentation or two might help bring
>>>> out a larger crowd."
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Thu, Feb 2, 2023 at 10:59 AM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I leave for a long weekend vacation on February 16 so March seems like
>>>> the better fit for me too.
>>>>
>>>> Can do another call, but also happy to make some headway by email. Week
>>>> of March 13 looks pretty tight between the TRU meeting and some Urbanist
>>>> meetings. But rest of the month is pretty open for me. Exception is I can't
>>>> do Monday March 6th due to a board meeting.
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Thu, Feb 2, 2023 at 8:49 AM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks Sarah and Doug! I'm traveling this week so i missed this
>>>> yesterday. +1 on pushing to March for a joint meetup/happy hour.
>>>>
>>>> I'll send around a scheduling poll for another planning meeting when I
>>>> get back this weekend and I'll include Evan.
>>>>
>>>> Best regards,
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Feb 1, 2023, 10:24 PM Sarah Reyneveld <sarahreyneveld at gmail.com>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks, Doug! That's exciting that Seattle Subway is interested in
>>>> combining forces. I am available 2/16, but the rest of that week is pretty
>>>> booked. It might make sense to push it to March if they are ok with that.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>> Sarah
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Feb 1, 2023 at 11:59 AM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi Amy and Sarah,
>>>>
>>>> Was finally able to connect with Seattle Subway over the weekend, but I
>>>> was slammed earlier this week and have been meaning to update. They are
>>>> interested. We should be corresponding with Evan at
>>>> volunteer at seattlesubway.org for events down the road btw. They are
>>>> planning to do a meetup the week of February 13 which we could see about
>>>> combining forces with or take a look at March to do our joint one if that
>>>> feels a bit rushed. It sounds like they were open to combining forces in
>>>> February.
>>>>
>>>> Here's Evan's email below. What's your preference?
>>>>
>>>> "My name is Evan Jayne (nice to e-meet you!). I am the volunteer
>>>> coordinator for Seattle Subway and am responsible for coordinating our
>>>> next happy hour event.
>>>>
>>>> We are excited about the idea of doing a joint happy hour with you and
>>>> Transit Riders Union!
>>>>
>>>> When we were planning ours independently, we were aiming to have it the
>>>> week of February 13 at the Pike Place Bar and Grill. When and where were
>>>> you thinking about hosting the joint happy hour?"
>>>>
>>>> Thanks,
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Fri, Jan 20, 2023 at 2:03 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hey folks,
>>>>
>>>> two asks before I begin:
>>>>
>>>>    - If anyone has Sarah Reyneveld's email address, can you add her to
>>>>    this thread?
>>>>    - If you were at the meeting and want to correct or build on my
>>>>    notes, I encourage and welcome you to, just reply to the thread so we keep
>>>>    it all in one place.
>>>>
>>>> Notes from our meeting today:
>>>>
>>>> Attendees:
>>>>
>>>>    - Doug (The Urbanist)
>>>>    - Sarah (36th Dems)
>>>>    - Saunatina (TRU)
>>>>    - Wes (TRU)
>>>>    - Amy (TRU)
>>>>
>>>> Discussion at top of call:
>>>>
>>>>    - There is common interest between the Urbanist, Seattle Subway,
>>>>    36th Dems, and TRU forming a coalition to advocate for
>>>>    restoration/expansion of bus service hours.
>>>>    - Trust with voters and campaigns has been broken - we've passed
>>>>    levies for service hours that can't be fulfilled due to a lack of bus
>>>>    drivers, we've seen Seattle City Council move funding out of transit and
>>>>    into bridge maintenance.
>>>>    - We want to amplify the asks that the ATU have made around
>>>>    improving bus driver recruitment (the path to a CDL is time-consuming and
>>>>    expensive) and retention (more hours, better hours, safety, childcare, etc).
>>>>
>>>> To build the coalition, we agreed it would be good to start with a
>>>> meetup, and then follow up down the line with calls to action and a rally.
>>>>
>>>>    - Would be open invite, but particularly targeted at building
>>>>    engagement among existing members of our orgs
>>>>    - Doug said that Pike Place Bar has historically been a good site
>>>>    for meetups, but it could be challenging if lots of people come.
>>>>    - Feb/March timeframe
>>>>    - We'd like a speaker if possible
>>>>    - Doug will be checking in with Seatlte Subway on their engagement
>>>>    in this process
>>>>    - Doug and Sarah will be leading the effort, with help from me
>>>>    - Saunatina requested that Sarah and Doug email her to be added to
>>>>    TRU's BATS (Bus and Transit Service) workgroup mailing list, and encouraged
>>>>    them to attend our next BATS meeting (4th Mondays, monthly).
>>>>
>>>> That's it! Thanks for meeting today and have a great weekend!
>>>>
>>>> Best regards,
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Jan 11, 2023 at 5:55 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I can't update the poll, I'd have to make a new one, its a tool
>>>> limitation. If you have no availability during the next week or so, can you
>>>> propose some days/ times the following week that work for you here on this
>>>> thread? Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Jan 11, 2023, 4:48 PM Dave Schuldt <dave.schuldt at me.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Maybe include the week of the 22nd to give people more time to plan?
>>>>
>>>> Dave Schuldt
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Jan 11, 2023, at 4:25 PM, amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi Doug!
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for circling back on this! I think most of the BATS workgroup is
>>>> interested in helping so let's meet to get the ball rolling.
>>>>
>>>> So we don't go back and forth on scheduling, can folks please fill in
>>>> this availability poll? https://www.when2meet.com/?18258398-2uOGD
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Jan 11, 2023, 4:10 PM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi Amy and Wes,
>>>>
>>>> Following up about the transit meetup idea. When would be a good time
>>>> and how should we proceed?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks,
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Nov 28, 2022 at 7:53 PM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi Amy,
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for following up on this. January works for me. December was
>>>> going to be tough to squeeze in. I think awareness raising is fine for this
>>>> initial event, but if we can get people plugged in at TRU, The Urbanist,
>>>> SeaSubway, etc all the better. Fine to encourage them to start pressuring
>>>> their County CMs and City CMs
>>>>
>>>> I was thinking we just invite our lists, post our respective websites,
>>>> and see how it goes unless you want to go beyond that to target audiences.
>>>> Long-term we probably should think about how to expand the coalition for
>>>> this campaign, but the January event to get the ball rolling doesn't
>>>> necessarily need to get all the way there.
>>>>
>>>> Event can be anywhere. We're not tied to Pike Place Bar. Seattle Subway
>>>> just mentioned it had worked well for an event with about 30 folks last
>>>> month. Ben B also knows the owner. If we're expecting a lot bigger crowd it
>>>> might be an awkward fit.
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Nov 28, 2022 at 7:28 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> hey folks,
>>>>
>>>> I mentioned this to the Bus & Transit Service workgroup tonight, and it
>>>> sounds like there is building consensus that folks are stoked about this
>>>> event, and that January feels like the right time.
>>>>
>>>> On the other hand, I am not sure how stoked folks are about meetings
>>>> right now :)
>>>>
>>>> Things I can think of that it would be helpful to lock on soonish
>>>> before the holidaze sets in:
>>>>
>>>>    - Date
>>>>    - Location (sounds like Pike Place Bar is currently the suggested
>>>>    option, there was a question in the BATS group about whether they have
>>>>    outdoor seating?)
>>>>    - What do we want the outcome of the event to be? Like do we want
>>>>    attendees writing letters, showing up to public meetings, joining TRU,
>>>>    coalition- and relationship-building for future efforts?
>>>>    - Do we have a target audience and how do we want to reach them?
>>>>
>>>> Thoughts?
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Fri, Nov 25, 2022 at 7:54 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Awesome, Wes! I think everyone missed the mail, was busy with
>>>> Thanksgiving stuff, and/or didn't get the same level of calendar/workback
>>>> anxiety as me (all totes cool/understandable), so I didn't end up setting
>>>> anything up, but happy to chat next week if folks are into it.
>>>>
>>>> Hope you had a good Thanksgiving!
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Fri, Nov 25, 2022, 1:36 PM Wes Mills <wesmills at wesmills.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Oops, sorry, I missed this email.  Were you two able to chat?  I
>>>> definitely love the idea of rallying for more bus service and want to help.
>>>> :)
>>>>
>>>> Wes
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Nov 21, 2022, at 18:54, amy wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks Doug. I don't know that we have to wait til I-135 is all the way
>>>> over.,..i think just having the holidays out of the way may help us get
>>>> more mindshare. I think it's worth a discussion.
>>>>
>>>> Anyone else on the thread (besides me and Doug) up for a half-hour Zoom
>>>> tomorrow or Wednesday to lock on a date and broadly sketch out what we
>>>> think we need to do and by when? If so, please let me know any scheduling
>>>> preference.
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Nov 21, 2022 at 6:10 PM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Yes, that's a good point to consider, Katie. We can push to 2023 if
>>>> that works better. But, Amy, are you leaning toward meeting after I-135,
>>>> e.g. late February? My schedule is pretty open tomorrow. I just can't meet
>>>> at 9am. Similar Wednesday.
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, Nov 21, 2022 at 3:00 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> would folks like to have a call to talk about this? like to agree on a
>>>> date, decide what we need to do and who's gonna do it, etc.? mid-December
>>>> is gonna be here before we know it and between I-135 stuff, holidays, work
>>>> etc my calendar is filling up alarmingly quickly and I'm guessing that's a
>>>> pretty universal experience :)
>>>>
>>>> happy to set us up if folks can send me availability for this and/or
>>>> next week. thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Fri, Nov 18, 2022 at 7:51 AM Katie Wilson <katie at transitriders.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi All,
>>>>
>>>> I just added Doug to the listserv so he can get and receive emails
>>>> through transit at transitriders.org.
>>>>
>>>> Happy to support whatever date is decided. Keep in mind Dec. 13th is
>>>> our end-of-year celebration, so having this the night before or after could
>>>> depress attendance at one or both events— but maybe if we’re pulling from
>>>> more organizations for this meetup that won’t matter too much. And maybe
>>>> everyone’s in the mood for multiple social events by mid-December, anyway.
>>>> :)
>>>>
>>>> - Katie
>>>>
>>>> On Nov 17, 2022, at 7:54 PM, amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi Doug!
>>>>
>>>> Yeah, that seems like a good location! I prefer Wednesday but can make
>>>> Monday work as well!
>>>>
>>>> Amy
>>>>
>>>> On Thu, Nov 17, 2022 at 6:54 PM Doug Trumm <doug at theurbanist.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi Amy,
>>>>
>>>> Do you think a meetup event in mid December would work? We were
>>>> thinking of Pike Place Bar as a venue since Seattle Subway has held events
>>>> there before and if familiar with staff. What evenings work well for you?
>>>> Monday Dec. 12 or Wed. Dec. 14 seem good for me. If it's just too tough for
>>>> December, we could look at January.
>>>>
>>>> First meetup could float the idea, and then we could pivot to a bigger
>>>> rally later in 2023?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for offering to help!
>>>>
>>>> *Douglas Trumm*, *Executive Director *
>>>> Pronouns*: he, him*
>>>> The Urbanist <http://theurbanist.org/> | 320.237.4771
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Thu, Nov 17, 2022 at 6:36 PM amy <antennas2heaven at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi Doug,
>>>>
>>>> Just following up the TRU meeting - would love to help out, please let
>>>> me know about any meetings.
>>>>
>>>> Best regards,
>>>> Amy Richards
>>>> 206-240-4457
>>>>
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