[Noisebridge WebDev] Fwd: Noisebridge closed for a month; space for Front-end Web Development class needed

Thu Jun 12 21:42:55 UTC 2014

(I hope you don't mind me forwarding this question to WebDev.)

I just asked the group of people involved in Noisebridge's closure and they
don't know of this. It was originally considered that the space would still
be kept open for classes, but they decided it would be easier to keep it
closed for that purpose.

You might be thinking of Noisebridge's recent access control changes which
are currently in effect, where only Members and Associate Members are
allowed (and their guests), but visitors are always allowed for classes.

Thanks for asking!
Jeffrey

On Thu, Jun 12, 2014 at 2:36 PM, Nicole Borgaard <nicoleborgaard at gmail.com>
wrote:

> On the whiteboard at the noisebridge entrance, the message about
> noisebridge closing for July says classes will still be open to attendees.
> Maybe double check to see if this class is included?
> On Jun 12, 2014 2:30 PM, "Jeffrey Carl Faden" <jeffreyatw at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi WebDev and Noisebridge-announce!
>>
>> As you will see from the forwarded email, Noisebridge will be closed from
>> July 1 to August 1. This partially coincides with my upcoming vacation,
>> which will have me out of the state from June 28 to July 13.
>>
>> This means I will need to find a temporary space to teach the lecture for
>> July 14, 21, and 28, and hold lab for July 17, 24 and 31.
>>
>> This series has recently just begun, and so far it's attracted about 25
>> people to the lectures, and 10 to the lab. For the lecture, I make use of
>> an Internet connection and a projector, while for the lab I just need a
>> whiteboard. Students are usually situated at tables to place their laptops
>> on. The class is free to attend.
>>
>> If you know of any places in San Francisco - preferably in the Mission or
>> SOMA - that would be open to host a class of this size and duration, please
>> contact me and/or feel free to forward this message along!
>>
>> Thank you in advance, and I wish the best to all those involved in
>> improving Noisebridge during its closure!
>>
>> Jeffrey
>>
>> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
>> From: daravinne <daravinne at gmail.com>
>> Date: Thu, Jun 12, 2014 at 1:54 PM
>> Subject: [Noisebridge-discuss] Noisebridge needs to Upgrade and Reboot.
>> Will be closed July 1-Aug 1.
>> To: noisebridge-discuss Discuss <
>> noisebridge-discuss at lists.noisebridge.net>
>>
>>
>> Greetings, friendly programs and users.
>>
>>     This past Tuesday's meeting was an interesting one.  Meeting Notes:
>>
>>         https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2014_06_10
>>
>>     As you all are probably aware, Noisebridge has received a notice from
>> the city that we must bring our electrical infrastructure up to code.
>> Electrician Tim gave us an overview of some of Noisebridge's serious safety
>> problems that probably won't impress an inspector.  There are some major
>> safety hazards-in-waiting and some original wiring that was not up to code
>> when it was first done.
>>
>>     As part of the remedy process, we need to get two electrical
>> inspections from the city. Since the inspector could easily declare other,
>> non-electrical violations, Noisebridge needs to appear as safe as possible.
>>
>>     Following the electricians' recommendation the space will be closed
>> to regular activities and non-essential persons for about 1 and half months
>> (see "what you can expect" below). This is due to the safety hazards of
>> exposed panels and wiring, general trip hazards and keeping
>> works-in-progress stable until completion.
>>
>>     The proposed repair plan:
>>
>>  * Fix major red flag issues in late June to prep for a Survey Inspection:
>>
>>  * Address anything that would risk additional inspections.
>>
>>  * Clean up the whole space as much as possible.
>>
>>  * Fix glaring electrical issues.
>>
>>  * Survey Inspector will let us know what we absolutely must fix; could
>> be a long or a short list. (Neil & Tim made a list of all possibilities of
>> what could be on that list, so we won't be surprised.)
>>
>>  * Electricians will oversee Noisebridge DIY working groups to fix "must
>> fix" items.
>>
>>   * Get it all done by end of July, with spillover time allowed in August.
>>
>>   * Book the "real" inspection, which happens whenever it happens.
>>
>>     What you can expect as a visitor of any kind (Member, Associate
>> Member, or guest):
>>
>>         * June 23rd - 30th: "soft close" to allow work to be done to prep
>> for Survey Inspection
>>         * July 1st: "hard close" - major cleanout of the space (necessary
>> to allow all electrical work to be done)
>>         * August 1st: "soft reopening" - work will still be in progress,
>> but guests will be allowed.
>>         * August 15th: Grand Reopening and Kickass Fundraising Party to
>> benefit the Noisebridge Reboot.
>>
>>     The repairs that should be done by C-10 certified electricians were
>> ballparked at $10-15K, with the estimate to be updated after the first
>> survey with the City Inspector.  Many of their enumerated repairs will be
>> presented as DIY-friendly, and the cool thing is that they're willing to
>> oversee a team of handy Noisebridge volunteers to work on that class of
>> things.
>>
>>     Since Noisebridge has Consensed to be Open to Members and Associate
>> Members, any such person can come to the space during this time (especially
>> if you're coming to help!).
>>
>>     However -- these are big howevers:
>>
>> * Due to the nature of this kind of work, we will have to bar people from
>> entering the space during certain swaths of time. Keeping the top door
>> locked (as the Security Working Group has already been discussing for a few
>> months) will be considered an option.
>>
>>
>> * There may be signs when you arrive saying that the space is presently
>> unsafe, or that areas are closed to anyone who is not working on it. Please
>> look for these signs!  If you're found in Noisebridge during especially
>> hazardous work times, the "ask the leave" policy will be invoked regardless
>> of your purpose for being there.
>>
>>
>> * Noisebridge can't be in its usual entropic state. Hallways must be
>> clear, exits must be completely accessible, the kitchen needs to be
>> spotless, and so on. This stable environment needs to be maintained for the
>> duration of the work. Anything less risks further inspections, possible
>> inspection failures, and the consequences of failing such inspections.
>>
>>
>>     We don't have the specific, itemized reports from the electricians
>> yet -- that is coming at the next Tuesday meeting.  There are many unknowns
>> in this process, and we would like those who are actively participating to
>> remain vigilant and on point, and those who are not actively participating
>> to be patient and understanding.
>>
>>     Noisebridge will not be available for classes during the month of
>> July.  We will do our best to help class teachers make other arrangements
>> during the month of July.  If you know of a San Francisco local space where
>> classes can be held for free, please let us know or email the list with
>> information.  If you are currently holding a class at Noisebridge, please
>> contact daravinne or naomi and let us know what assistance you may need.
>>
>>
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