Appealing tickets: mail or in person?

[phoenixy.livejournal.com]

Yes it is a post on this community's very favorite topic: parking tickets!

I got a ticket for parking without a permit in a permit parking only zone despite the fact that my temporary residential permit was clearly displayed. I have pretty good documentation (the rental car permit contains all the identifying facts of the car and the dates when it is valid and it is easy to photocopy and mail to the parking department). I have heard that it's harder to succeed with appeals by mail. Is that true? Appealing by mail would certainly be more convenient. Would I really be better off appealing in person? Thanks!

Treadmill for Sale

[duffless2323.livejournal.com]

Nordic Track C2255 Treadmill - $500

Let my laziness be  your gain (or loss really if you think about it).
Seriously Mint Condition, purchased 1.5 years ago for $900.00
For DSLJ people I'll throw in the floor mat to protect hardwood floors and the surge protector for your outlet.

I posted this up on Cl and thought I would give you guys a heads up in case anyone was interested

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/spo/837019161.html

curb alert: moving boxes

[redheadedmuse.livejournal.com]

moving boxes out on the curb at 110 Boston Ave, Somerville, along with a box of household stuff including a dish drain and an assortment of brand new lightbulbs.

Outdoors in Somerville, this weekend and beyond

[ron_newman]

Saturday, September 13: Somerville Moped and Scooter Rally, 6-10 pm in Union Square plaza. This event includes live music and short films.

Sunday, September 14: Union Square Walking Tour, starts at 2 pm in Union Square plaza.

Sunday, September 14: Sri Lankan Drummers at the Community Growing Center, 22 Vinal Ave, 5-6 pm.   This event has already been postponed once because of rain, and could be again.  Check the growing center's calendar to be sure.

Upcoming: 

East Somerville International Movie Nights, Friday 9/19 and 9/26 (postponed from tonight)
Somerville Garden Club Plant Sale, Saturday 9/20, Davis Square
Urban Country Fair, Saturday 9/20, Union Square
What the Fluff? Festival , Saturday 9/27, Union Square
Local Roots Food and Music Festival, Saturday 9/27, Community Growing Center
Honk! Festival, October 11-12, Davis Square
Tour de Somerville: The Urban Edge Bike Ride, Saturday 10/18, starts in Davis Square
Ghosts of Somerville, Saturday 10/18 at Milk Row Cemetery

Wah wah street sweeping

[rethcir.livejournal.com]

I got a street sweeping ticket. I have to verify this, but I think that the sign says it begins at 8:30AM on this street. If my ticket was issued at 8:28, think I would have a shot of appealing? 

Polling Place location change for Ward 7 Precinct 3

[boywonder.livejournal.com]

I received a phone call and an e-mail from the city (as well as a postcard a few weeks ago) alerting me to a change of venue for my polling place for the Tuesday election. It's an important election and I'll be voting for Carl Sciortino (or writing his name in at least). He's been an awesome state rep. for the past several years, and I intend to keep him in office. CITY OF SOMERVILLE Message sent - 9/12/2008 ward 7, Pct. 3 Polling Place Change

Hello. This is Nicholas Salerno, Chairman of the Board of Election Commissioners for the City of Somerville with an official reminder to voters in Ward 7, Precinct 3 that your polling place has changed. With the Tuesday, September 16th Primary Election fast approaching, we wanted to remind voters in 7-3 that your polling place has been moved from its former location at Capen Court to the West Somerville Neighborhood School. Please note that voters should enter the school building from the Raymond Avenue side at the upper parking lot level. The entrance will be clearly posted, and parking will be available. The new location should be equally convenient to voters whether you walk or drive to the polls. If you have any questions about this change, or need additional assistance or information concerning voting or elections, please call the City’s 311 Constituent Service Line. Thank you.