<p>On Jan 14, 2014 12:29 PM, "Ronald Cotoni" <<a href="mailto:setient@gmail.com">setient@gmail.com</a>> wrote:<br>
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> Because you clearly do not quite understand how the US legal system works. First, we are in a bit of a mess since Eclair painted the sidewalk. This is an offense that merits a fine. If we wash it off and for whatever reason the runoff contained some dangerous chemical (its paint of an unknown type, which means we have no clue what is in it but it is better to assume it is the most toxic of paint that exists), we could be held liable for it running into the water supply. Depending how toxic it is. Chances are we would prolly be fine but if we are not, you need insurance. The companies that do this on a regular basis have liability insurance for this sort of thing. So while it may cost is 300 for us to do it our selves (throwing out a number), it could cost way more if something bad happens. I honestly don't know but you should think about this since while Noisebridge is a unique hackerspace with a Docracy and such, that doesn't necessarily apply to the rest of the planet. If you would like, I will be at the meeting tonight and we can discuss the real world vs noisebridge's world. <br>
it's not a matter of my understanding things. here's a job lots of people do, some of whom might come through nb, so it does some good (and zero harm) to ask the community before looking outside. also, you can find out what kind of paint it is -- it's right outside. or, you can just ask eclaire what she used. this is only rocket science, y'all.</p>