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Sudo Room member banned from Omni Commons

by Ashley T

I am checking if the Sudo Room received info about a member being banned from Omni Commons. Sierk was banned by a Food Not Bombs member yesterday and the ban went into effect immediately for the whole Omni building. Highlighted information of Sierk being banned by FNB member: "Sierk - I think not making Omni your home and being open to receiving proper medic care will help you.* *- It would be better if you don't repeat the dishonesty in your response to volunteers so they can better help you.**- Please remove all your belongings and yourself from the building.* *You are no longer welcome in the space due to the numerous concerns mentioned.**- Currently there are no mediations nor restorative justice planned (from me anyway) since it may be too late, we didn't prioritize the incidents when it first occurred.* *-If you can, do some reflecting and reach out to whoever you feel comfortable speaking with.*" [ebfnb] Sierk update*Toan Nguyen* guqinone at gmail.com <ebfnb%40lists.omnicommons.org?Subject=Re%3A%20%5Bebfnb%5D%20Sierk%20update&In-Reply-To=%3CCAA4J92ukFQdtb-fSgt3xq%3D8d%3D-3HGn4R1DrViZmxaOgdBR11Hw%40mail.gmail.com%3E> *Mon Sep 9 06:35:43 PDT 2024* - Previous message (by thread): [ebfnb] Fwd: Homeless Anthology <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/007857.html> - Next message (by thread): [ebfnb] Sierk update <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/007861.html> - *Messages sorted by:* [ date ] <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/date.html#7858> [ thread ] <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/thread.html#7858> [ subject ] <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/subject.html#7858> [ author ] <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/author.html#7858> ------------------------------ Hi all, *I have concerns on Sierk volunteering within EBFNB.* *I think the concerns are serious enough that Sierk no longer be part of East Bay Food Not Bombs and Omni for the time being.* *EB PREC / CALLI will have issues with Sierk inhabiting the building.* *The lax atmosphere at Omni enables individuals taking advantage...* *...Sierk's disregard and disrespect of the communal spaces around Omni is an ongoing problem for years. We have been following up and the results were more negative and dishonesty from him.* *Below are updates and concerns:* - On Tuesday August 20th, the Tuesday and Friday WFM (Bay & Harrison Oakland) pick up crew agreed to stop donations going to Omni's food giveaway on Tuesday / Friday that Sierk coordinated. - On Thursday September 5th, I have asked Sierk to stop handling EBFNB donations and he agreed. - I'm also asking Sierk to stop welcoming people who are not a part of Omni to go in our fridge downstairs and help themselves on their own. I found out on Friday (Sept. 6) after two people were seen doing that and they told me Sierk gave them permission. There was no communication from Sierk to any EBFNB volunteers or Omni members. (My leniency reached its limit from this) *The concerns are:* *- Food handling from Sierk are unkempt, unsanitary, unhygienic body and foul body odor.* *- Sierk never proposed the food giveaway event (on Tues / Fri) to neither Omni or EBFNB for a discussion and approval.* *Despite several request and suggestions to do so.* *- Non communicative and irresponsible and disrespectful with food donations and usage of EBFNB spaces and in other areas at Omni.* *Recently there were hundreds of pounds of food (grains stored in the kitchen) that had to be discarded that he accepted and not taking responsibility for it. Leaving it out that attracted rats, and volunteers to deal with.* *Smelly soiled clothing of his were found in the corners of the kitchen.* *This was addressed to him and he disregarded it.* *- Inappropriate and erratic behaviors towards volunteers.* *Includes talking down to and shouting at people.* *There's a video footage (taken by an Omni member) of Sierk shouting at a new EBFNB volunteer. She disengaged and walked away.* *His angry behavior is a pattern towards volunteers including myself last Thursday the 29th.* *- M**ade decisions that risks the building and people in it to harm. Includes allowing known problematic persons in (that are not members of any groups at Omni).* *- Disregard multiple requests to not sleep inside Omni, not cleaning up after usage of space.* *Sierk sleeps in Omni sitting up on his desk area and when approached he says he is working (non Omni or collectives related) on his laptop late into the night or all nighters. His leg is swelling up as a suspected result of habitual sleeping while sitting up.* *- Rejected several offers from different people to assist in getting proper medical care. Have been self diagnosing his body as a "medical condition" and using it as a reason for behavior.* *- P**rior violent verbal interactions at volunteers. Was never held accountable or acknowledged wrong doings and tried to justify his actions (and believable to some volunteers...)* *This preventable harm resulted in several upset volunteers that are afraid and hurt to quit EBFNB and not going to Omni specifically to avoid him.* *This is not an exhaustive list and there are proof for all the concerns and claims.* *The concerns has negatively affected collectives and the spaces in the building; Liberated Lens, Sacred Maker Arts Collective, individuals at Omni, and volunteers within EBFNB.* *The organizations, individuals, and volunteers has put in their numerous complaints and it was addressed without a sustained helpful solution, acknowledgement, or accountability from EBFNB.* *I foresee new complaints to us from the new entity that will soon manage / be responsible to the building begining this week.* *On Friday they discovered another person who appears to be sleeping in a part of the building:* *" *He said he was not sleeping there, and would be leaving at 6pm after doing some sewing. I hope my concern is unfounded, but it definitely looked like he might be staying there. When I asked what collective he was a part of he said he was with CC. There were also some cats with him. Since CALLI doesn’t own the property yet I can’t really take any action. I am hopeful he does leave by 6pm today, but wanted to alert you delegates since until Monday or Tuesday you are still responsible for the building. I would appreciate if you could make your best non-violent efforts to ensure that space is vacant by the time CALLI does take ownership and responsibility for the space. *"* The person mentioned above is not Sierk. I'm sharing this to share a sense of how the building will be managed. I have been patiently following up throughout the years and was unsuccessful in my attempts to remedy the situation. There are others that have been trying to help without success. We had a help Sierk committee that was created this mid year that included several of us: Ron, Helen, Joe, Judith and I. I have not shared updates to this email list since a couple of volunteers (Judith, Ron) requested I don't do that or even mention his name. Our attempts to support failed and we need to update / reach out to the larger group. *Sierk - I think not making Omni your home and being open to receiving proper medic care will help you.* *- It would be better if you don't repeat the dishonesty in your response to volunteers so they can better help you.* *- Please remove all your belongings and yourself from the building.* *You are no longer welcome in the space due to the numerous concerns mentioned.* *- Currently there are no mediations nor restorative justice planned (from me anyway) since it may be too late, we didn't prioritize the incidents when it first occurred.* *-If you can, do some reflecting and reach out to whoever you feel comfortable speaking with.* Compassion differs from pity. Pitying Sierk isn't helping him or us in any space, it doesn't address solutions but provides a temporary sense of relief such as bringing him clean clothes and food regularly and not laundry / food service that he can attend to himself (the clothes begins to soiled in corners and food accumulates and spoils in the upstairs fridge). Pity prolongs the problems and makes it difficult for the person to grow out of the accustomed unhealthy lifestyle. All - Please refrain (especially those who do not frequent Omni to have enough understanding) from reacting to my message. We can have conversations and talk about it further for details and context, which I can be open to share more. If a fluid meeting is necessary I can set up a video call where we can all interact in a timely manner and see each other. Thanks, Toan On Fri, Apr 12, 2024, 6:52 PM Judith Gips <yipslsquirrel2 at gmail.com <https://omnicommons.org/lists/listinfo/ebfnb>> wrote: >* Thank you for keeping us posted. *>>* Has Sierk tried Suitcase Clinic? great all volunteer program that includes *>* physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and more. *>>* I can buy some soap, shampoo etc and maybe some clothing. *>>* On Fri, Apr 12, 2024 at 4:30 PM Ron Weisberg <ronwei at yahoo.com <https://omnicommons.org/lists/listinfo/ebfnb>> wrote: *>>>* Hi all, Toan, Sierk and I met Friday afternoon as follow up on hygiene *>>* and food handling. Here’s what I have observed and shared with Toan and *>>* Sierk: *>>>>* 1. Overall hygiene seems better, less odor and generally better body and *>>* clothes cleanliness *>>>>* 2. Reduced handling of food by Sierk; I am there at 12:30 on Fridays to *>>* sort the food donations. (We are still looking for Tuesday help.) *>>>>* 3. Sierk has relocated to another part of OMNI, so no longer in proximity *>>* to the collectives which have complained. *>>>>* HELP STILL NEEDED *>>>>* 1. Sierk needs help with laundry and bathing (has a few options but needs *>>* more) *>>>>* 2. Needs more clothes; at least another change of shirt, trousers and *>>* jacket and socks. Perhaps someone could take him shopping. Shirt and *>>* Jacket size = x-large; trousers = 38X34; shoe = 12. *>>>>* 3. Needs medical attention to his lower leg persistent skin problem; *>>* complicated by possibility any free service will end up being billed to a *>>* third party, who has assisted in the past; Sierk does not want this. *>>>>* Please contact Sierk directly if you can help. *>>>>* Ron *>>>>>>

1 year, 4 months

had a rat issue Thursday morning at coffee & algorithms - please clean out!

by Romy Ilano

Hey folks - the not so fun stuff! Whenever you have a creative space like SudoRoom, there are risks. However without the risks, you cannot have the rewards, and we certainly have something different from more corporately run creative spaces. I ran into a problem with two rats Thursday morning - I am against banning or killing rats, but they do their best to cause mischief, distract, and hijack a lot of good things from happening! I think the problem was in ignoring the issue (my fault) and also not being more disciplined. So I made sure to take out the trash. Someone had left some rotting fruit out the past few days, and had avoided the problem - I was one of those people! There has been rotting fruit on the SudoRoom table. Usually this isn't a problem during tuesday or Monday when there is a large group of cool people together in one place, but when a few cool people go to the space alone outside of those days - you're bound to run into rats! I realize I was part of the problem and cleaned house, and the rotting fruit is now in the trash. Anyway on a brighter note: here are some notes from the last few sessions of cofee and whiteboarding - it was really great divorcing algorithms from soulless and ineffective youtube videos to become something delightfcul! https://sudoroom.org/coffee-and-algorithms-bringing-the-soul-back/ rats are people too, and I don't want to kill them, but the unneecesary drama they bring can be probably quarantined. we are thinking of creating separate rat cages to sandbox these creatures to make the space safer for godo things... who knows? we'll figure it out! ============================= Romy Ilano romy(a)snowyla.com

1 year, 5 months

Events this week - September 2024

by Romy Ilano

- Sign up on our lu.ma/sudoroom <https://lu.ma/sudoroom> site – we are leaving Meetup.com! - 9/16 Monday 7-9pm - Women & Non-Binary Night: Female Audio Pioneers, Open Source AI, & hardware & analog audio hacking https://lu.ma/vpk792rm - 9/17 Tuesday 2-11:59? pm - https://lu.ma/3bil71hs Open media lab - 9/17 Tuesday 8-??? https://lu.ma/d3dxxksx Hardware hack night : theme of hidden potential! - 9/21 Saturday - 7pm https://lu.ma/wd747lxq Common Tools for Common Socio-Environmental Problems! (hybrid) Hardware hack night is a nice reminder that there are millions or of people out there who are not living up to their potential. Whether they are inventors or geniuses or people who love to cook really cool soups, how can we create a world in which more people are able to reach their potential? Theme: Hidden Potential <https://sudoroom.org/events/hardware-hack-night-2024-09-17/> There are millions of brilliant minds held back by lack of opportunities and circumstance who have potential on this Earth. We focus on many people who have overcome barriers to reach their potential and enrich the lives around us, especially in the areas of engineering, mathematics and the arts! William Kakwumba <https://calltolead.dartmouth.edu/stories/difference-between-idea-and-opport…> "*William Kamkwamba ’14 built a wind turbine to bring power to his village. Now he’s powering up an innovation center for Malawi’s youth." - **Call to lead <https://calltolead.dartmouth.edu/stories/difference-between-idea-and-opport…>* The inventor William Kakwumba had to drop out of school during famine, but he ended up persisting, seeking out books from a local library and inventing a windmill to provide power for his village in Malawi. He went on to attend university abroad and inspire inventors around the world by creating innovation centers for underprivileged youth. ============================= Romy Ilano romy(a)snowyla.com

1 year, 5 months

SudoRoom folks traveling to other hackerspaces - Carl in NYC

by Romy Ilano

I wrestled these photos (just kidding) and am trying to get more interesting details from Carl - but does anyone have any photos of visiting other hackerspaces as a delegate of sudoroom? https://sudoroom.org/sudoroom-visit-nyc-resistor/ These are so cute! Carl, tell us more! These are nice to share on the blog. ============================= Romy Ilano romy(a)snowyla.com

1 year, 5 months

Thursday morning there were rats - (a necessary risk) - but folks, please clean out any food!

by Romy Mimi Ilano

Hey folks, Thursday morning my coffee & algorithms session with other people were disrupted by two rats. I accept the rats as an acceptable risk, because it's great to share creativity and food. However. I figured out what was up and instead of getting embroiled in more rat drama I quickly disentangled myself and quarantined the session. It was important for me to take some rotting fruit out and toss it out, and not entertain any of the rat nonsense. In the future we might be able to sequester the rats in their own space, and then folks who want to create can go in separate areas. Rats have feelings too! I've had a lot of fun at hackerspaces over the year, but ignoring the problem isn't the solution, and we are always going to have to accept the reality of rats if we want to have community. https://sudoroom.org/coffee-and-algorithms-bringing-the-soul-back/ keep on learning folks! *Romy Mimi Ilano* *romy.ilano(a)gmail.com <romy.ilano(a)gmail.com>*

1 year, 5 months

Deed to 4799 Shattuck was recorded on 9/9/2024

by Autonomous

4799 Shattuck is now deeded to the Land Liberation Institute. There were also four leases recorded - one of which was a lease to Sudo Mesh. 2024110079 Multi Seq: 0 Date Filed: 09/09/2024 02:42:23 PM Document Type: DEED Book: Page: # Pages in Image: 3 Image: Grantor Names 1 OMNI COMMONS Grantee Names 1 LAND LIBERATION INSTITUTE

1 year, 5 months

Re: Sudo Room member banned from Omni Commons

by Ashley T

Who are you, Edwin ? Why do you keep emailing me privately ? What is your agenda ? I asked if you are a member of the Sudo Room. Did you read the forwarded email from the Food Not Bombs volunteer that described what Sierk has been doing to people? Can a Sudo Room verify who this is ? *On Wed, Sep 11, 2024 at 2:19 PM Edwinsaurus <plutosaurus(a)gmail.com <plutosaurus(a)gmail.com>> wrote:* > *On what evidence is your statement about Sierk abusing women based?* > > * Ash > On Wed, Sep 11, 2024, 12:25 PM Ashley T <ashleydurdenclub(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> >> I know there have been many safety issues lately and I know that this >>> person mistreats women. I want no part of that. >>> >> >> I hope this answers your question about why I do not feel safe visiting >> Sudo, Edwin. >> Are you a member of Sudo Room ? >> Is there a meeting tonight ? >> >>> >> >> >> *On Wed, Sep 11, 2024, 11:16 Edwinsaurus <plutosaurus(a)gmail.com >> <plutosaurus(a)gmail.com>> wrote:* >> >> *Why don't you feel safe? * >> >> >> >> - Ash >> >> >> >> On Wed, Sep 11, 2024, 11:12 AM Ashley T via sudo-discuss < >>> sudo-discuss(a)sudoroom.org> wrote: >>> >>>> Thank you, I do wish to add that I will feel safer if this is acted >>>> upon immediately though. >>>> >>>> - Ash >>>> >>>> >>>> I am checking if the Sudo Room received info about a member being >>>> banned from Omni Commons. >>>> >>>> Sierk was banned by a Food Not Bombs member yesterday and the ban went >>>> into effect immediately for the whole Omni building. >>>> >>>> >>>> Highlighted information of Sierk being banned by FNB member: >>>> >>>> "Sierk - I think not making Omni your home and being open to receiving >>>> >>>> proper medic care will help you.* >>>> *- It would be better if you don't repeat the dishonesty in your response >>>> to volunteers so they can better help you.**- Please remove all your belongings and yourself from the building.* *You >>>> are no longer welcome in the space due to the numerous concerns mentioned.**- Currently there are no mediations nor restorative justice planned (from >>>> me anyway) since it may be too late, we didn't prioritize the incidents >>>> when it first occurred.* >>>> *-If you can, do some reflecting and reach out to whoever you feel >>>> comfortable speaking with.*" >>>> >>>> [ebfnb] Sierk update*Toan Nguyen* guqinone at gmail.com >>>> <ebfnb%40lists.omnicommons.org?Subject=Re%3A%20%5Bebfnb%5D%20Sierk%20update&In-Reply-To=%3CCAA4J92ukFQdtb-fSgt3xq%3D8d%3D-3HGn4R1DrViZmxaOgdBR11Hw%40mail.gmail.com%3E> >>>> *Mon Sep 9 06:35:43 PDT 2024* >>>> >>>> >>>> - Previous message (by thread): [ebfnb] Fwd: Homeless Anthology >>>> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/007857.html> >>>> - Next message (by thread): [ebfnb] Sierk update >>>> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/007861.html> >>>> - *Messages sorted by:* [ date ] >>>> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/date.html#7858> >>>> [ thread ] >>>> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/thread.html#7858> >>>> [ subject ] >>>> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/subject.html#7858> >>>> [ author ] >>>> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/author.html#7858> >>>> >>>> ------------------------------ >>>> >>>> Hi all, >>>> >>>> *I have concerns on Sierk volunteering within EBFNB.* >>>> *I think the concerns are serious enough that Sierk no longer be part of >>>> East Bay Food Not Bombs and Omni for the time being.* >>>> >>>> *EB PREC / CALLI will have issues with Sierk inhabiting the building.* >>>> *The lax atmosphere at Omni enables individuals taking advantage...* >>>> >>>> *...Sierk's disregard and disrespect of the communal spaces around Omni is >>>> an ongoing problem for years. We have been following up and the results >>>> were more negative and dishonesty from him.* >>>> >>>> *Below are updates and concerns:* >>>> >>>> - On Tuesday August 20th, the Tuesday and Friday WFM (Bay & Harrison >>>> Oakland) pick up crew agreed to stop donations going to Omni's food >>>> giveaway on Tuesday / Friday that Sierk coordinated. >>>> >>>> - On Thursday September 5th, I have asked Sierk to stop handling EBFNB >>>> donations and he agreed. >>>> >>>> - I'm also asking Sierk to stop welcoming people who are not a part of Omni >>>> to go in our fridge downstairs and help themselves on their own. I found >>>> out on Friday (Sept. 6) after two people were seen doing that and they told >>>> me Sierk gave them permission. >>>> There was no communication from Sierk to any EBFNB volunteers or Omni >>>> members. >>>> (My leniency reached its limit from this) >>>> >>>> *The concerns are:* >>>> >>>> *- Food handling from Sierk are unkempt, unsanitary, unhygienic body and >>>> foul body odor.* >>>> >>>> *- Sierk never proposed the food giveaway event (on Tues / Fri) to neither >>>> Omni or EBFNB for a discussion and approval.* *Despite several request and >>>> suggestions to do so.* >>>> >>>> *- Non communicative and irresponsible and disrespectful with food >>>> donations and usage of EBFNB spaces and in other areas at Omni.* >>>> *Recently there were hundreds of pounds of food (grains stored in the >>>> kitchen) that had to be discarded that he accepted and not taking >>>> responsibility for it. Leaving it out that attracted rats, and volunteers >>>> to deal with.* >>>> *Smelly soiled clothing of his were found in the corners of the kitchen.* >>>> *This was addressed to him and he disregarded it.* >>>> >>>> *- Inappropriate and erratic behaviors towards volunteers.* >>>> *Includes talking down to and shouting at people.* >>>> *There's a video footage (taken by an Omni member) of Sierk shouting at a >>>> new EBFNB volunteer. She disengaged and walked away.* >>>> *His angry behavior is a pattern towards volunteers including myself last >>>> Thursday the 29th.* >>>> >>>> *- M**ade decisions that risks the building and people in it to harm. >>>> Includes allowing known problematic persons in (that are not members of any >>>> groups at Omni).* >>>> >>>> *- Disregard multiple requests to not sleep inside Omni, not cleaning up >>>> after usage of space.* >>>> *Sierk sleeps in Omni sitting up on his desk area and when approached he >>>> says he is working (non Omni or collectives related) on his laptop late >>>> into the night or all nighters. His leg is swelling up as a suspected >>>> result of habitual sleeping while sitting up.* >>>> >>>> *- Rejected several offers from different people to assist in getting >>>> proper medical care. Have been self diagnosing his body as a "medical >>>> condition" and using it as a reason for behavior.* >>>> >>>> *- P**rior violent verbal interactions at volunteers. Was never held >>>> accountable or acknowledged wrong doings and tried to justify his actions >>>> (and believable to some volunteers...)* >>>> *This preventable harm resulted in several upset volunteers that are afraid >>>> and hurt to quit EBFNB and not going to Omni specifically to avoid him.* >>>> >>>> *This is not an exhaustive list and there are proof for all the concerns >>>> and claims.* >>>> >>>> *The concerns has negatively affected collectives and the spaces in the >>>> building; Liberated Lens, Sacred Maker Arts Collective, individuals at >>>> Omni, and volunteers within EBFNB.* >>>> *The organizations, individuals, and volunteers has put in their numerous >>>> complaints and it was addressed without a sustained helpful solution, >>>> acknowledgement, or accountability from EBFNB.* >>>> >>>> *I foresee new complaints to us from the new entity that will soon manage / >>>> be responsible to the building begining this week.* >>>> *On Friday they discovered another person who appears to be sleeping in a >>>> part of the building:* >>>> *" *He said he was not sleeping there, and would be leaving at 6pm after >>>> doing some sewing. I hope my concern is unfounded, but it definitely looked >>>> like he might be staying there. When I asked what collective he was a part >>>> of he said he was with CC. There were also some cats with him. >>>> >>>> Since CALLI doesn’t own the property yet I can’t really take any action. I >>>> am hopeful he does leave by 6pm today, but wanted to alert you delegates >>>> since until Monday or Tuesday you are still responsible for the building. I >>>> would appreciate if you could make your best non-violent efforts to ensure >>>> that space is vacant by the time CALLI does take ownership and >>>> responsibility for the space. *"* >>>> >>>> The person mentioned above is not Sierk. I'm sharing this to share a sense >>>> of how the building will be managed. >>>> >>>> I have been patiently following up throughout the years and was >>>> unsuccessful in my attempts to remedy the situation. >>>> There are others that have been trying to help without success. We had a >>>> help Sierk committee that was created this mid year that included several >>>> of us: Ron, Helen, Joe, Judith and I. >>>> I have not shared updates to this email list since a couple of volunteers >>>> (Judith, Ron) requested I don't do that or even mention his name. Our >>>> attempts to support failed and we need to update / reach out to the larger >>>> group. >>>> >>>> *Sierk - I think not making Omni your home and being open to receiving >>>> proper medic care will help you.* >>>> *- It would be better if you don't repeat the dishonesty in your response >>>> to volunteers so they can better help you.* >>>> *- Please remove all your belongings and yourself from the building.* *You >>>> are no longer welcome in the space due to the numerous concerns mentioned.* >>>> *- Currently there are no mediations nor restorative justice planned (from >>>> me anyway) since it may be too late, we didn't prioritize the incidents >>>> when it first occurred.* >>>> *-If you can, do some reflecting and reach out to whoever you feel >>>> comfortable speaking with.* >>>> >>>> Compassion differs from pity. Pitying Sierk isn't helping him or us in any >>>> space, it doesn't address solutions but provides a temporary sense of >>>> relief such as bringing him clean clothes and food regularly and not >>>> laundry / food service that he can attend to himself (the clothes begins to >>>> soiled in corners and food accumulates and spoils in the upstairs fridge). >>>> Pity prolongs the problems and makes it difficult for the person to grow >>>> out of the accustomed unhealthy lifestyle. >>>> >>>> All - Please refrain (especially those who do not frequent Omni to have >>>> enough understanding) from reacting to my message. We can have >>>> conversations and talk about it further for details and context, which I >>>> can be open to share more. >>>> >>>> If a fluid meeting is necessary I can set up a video call where we can all >>>> interact in a timely manner and see each other. >>>> >>>> Thanks, >>>> Toan >>>> >>>> On Fri, Apr 12, 2024, 6:52 PM Judith Gips <yipslsquirrel2 at gmail.com <https://omnicommons.org/lists/listinfo/ebfnb>> wrote: >>>> >>>> >* Thank you for keeping us posted. >>>> *>>* Has Sierk tried Suitcase Clinic? great all volunteer program that includes >>>> *>* physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and more. >>>> *>>* I can buy some soap, shampoo etc and maybe some clothing. >>>> *>>* On Fri, Apr 12, 2024 at 4:30 PM Ron Weisberg <ronwei at yahoo.com <https://omnicommons.org/lists/listinfo/ebfnb>> wrote: >>>> *>>>* Hi all, Toan, Sierk and I met Friday afternoon as follow up on hygiene >>>> *>>* and food handling. Here’s what I have observed and shared with Toan and >>>> *>>* Sierk: >>>> *>>>>* 1. Overall hygiene seems better, less odor and generally better body and >>>> *>>* clothes cleanliness >>>> *>>>>* 2. Reduced handling of food by Sierk; I am there at 12:30 on Fridays to >>>> *>>* sort the food donations. (We are still looking for Tuesday help.) >>>> *>>>>* 3. Sierk has relocated to another part of OMNI, so no longer in proximity >>>> *>>* to the collectives which have complained. >>>> *>>>>* HELP STILL NEEDED >>>> *>>>>* 1. Sierk needs help with laundry and bathing (has a few options but needs >>>> *>>* more) >>>> *>>>>* 2. Needs more clothes; at least another change of shirt, trousers and >>>> *>>* jacket and socks. Perhaps someone could take him shopping. Shirt and >>>> *>>* Jacket size = x-large; trousers = 38X34; shoe = 12. >>>> *>>>>* 3. Needs medical attention to his lower leg persistent skin problem; >>>> *>>* complicated by possibility any free service will end up being billed to a >>>> *>>* third party, who has assisted in the past; Sierk does not want this. >>>> *>>>>* Please contact Sierk directly if you can help. >>>> *>>>>* Ron >>>> *>>>>>>

1 year, 5 months

Fwd: Fire Inspection this Friday

by Paige P

Hi Sudo Room, there is a fire inspection Friday. I suggest we do some cleaning today and tomorrow. I am able to help clean at 7PM tomorrow, can anyone else join? Below is a list from Ojan and Sarah of what to do. Our main work will be making things look less messy. Paige ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Ojan Mobedshahi <ojan(a)ebprec.org> Date: Tue, Sep 10, 2024 at 10:03 PM Subject: Fire Inspection this Friday To: omnidelegates <omnidelegates(a)googlegroups.com>, cc OrangeLush < orangelush(a)gmail.com> Cc: Noni Session <noni(a)ebprec.org>, Candida Haynes <candida(a)ebprec.org>, hiroko kurihara <hiroko(a)ebprec.org>, Freeway <freeway.the.writer23(a)gmail.com > Hi Team! *I know we should probably have a party to celebrate the building being saved! BUT, we have a fire inspection scheduled for this Friday, so we have to get through that first lol.* I'm going to be around for a few hours Tomorrow and Thursday to prepare, and will be entering all the spaces. I hope each collective can organize their own spaces as you have in the past to pass fire inspections. I will need to open all doors for the fire inspector on Friday, so please let me know if there is a space you have an exclusive key to. A few typical items that Sarah has flagged for me: *1. Things blocking electrical panels* *2. Things obstructing egress paths*… the rear hallway leading to the 48th St exit and the hallway in the basement leading to the stairs that go up to the back of the ballroom are the two that regularly are blocked *3. Extension cords used in place of permanent wiring (unplug and wind these up)* *4. Hazmat items not stored in cabinet that aren’t being used by a person present* — also make sure hazmat cabinet in the basement isn’t obstructed by stuff … this has also been a regular occurrence *5. Items stored within 24 inches from ceiling.* *6. Piles of things - anything that looks like a messy pile might look flammable to the inspector!* Thank you all for your cooperation so we can keep Omni's fire assembly permits in good standing! Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. With gratitude, *Ojan Mobedshahi* (he/him) Finance Director East Bay Permanent Real Estate Cooperative 1428 Franklin St. Oakland, CA 94612 ebprec.org Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/ebprec> | X <https://www.x.com/ebprec> | Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/eb.prec> | YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/ebprec> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/ebprec> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "omnidelegates" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to omnidelegates+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/omnidelegates/CA%2BDPdWXF-iao7MD3cC%3Di1Z… <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/omnidelegates/CA%2BDPdWXF-iao7MD3cC%3Di1Z…> .

1 year, 5 months

Re: Sudo Room member banned from Omni Commons

by Ashley T

> I know there have been many safety issues lately and I know that this > person mistreats women. I want no part of that. > I hope this answers your question about why I do not feel safe visiting Sudo, Edwin. Are you a member of Sudo Room ? Is there a meeting tonight ? > *On Wed, Sep 11, 2024, 11:16 Edwinsaurus <plutosaurus(a)gmail.com <plutosaurus(a)gmail.com>> wrote:* *Why don't you feel safe? * - Ash On Wed, Sep 11, 2024, 11:12 AM Ashley T via sudo-discuss < > sudo-discuss(a)sudoroom.org> wrote: > >> Thank you, I do wish to add that I will feel safer if this is acted upon >> immediately though. >> >> - Ash >> >> >> I am checking if the Sudo Room received info about a member being banned >> from Omni Commons. >> >> Sierk was banned by a Food Not Bombs member yesterday and the ban went >> into effect immediately for the whole Omni building. >> >> >> Highlighted information of Sierk being banned by FNB member: >> >> "Sierk - I think not making Omni your home and being open to receiving >> >> proper medic care will help you.* >> *- It would be better if you don't repeat the dishonesty in your response >> to volunteers so they can better help you.**- Please remove all your belongings and yourself from the building.* *You >> are no longer welcome in the space due to the numerous concerns mentioned.**- Currently there are no mediations nor restorative justice planned (from >> me anyway) since it may be too late, we didn't prioritize the incidents >> when it first occurred.* >> *-If you can, do some reflecting and reach out to whoever you feel >> comfortable speaking with.*" >> >> [ebfnb] Sierk update*Toan Nguyen* guqinone at gmail.com >> <ebfnb%40lists.omnicommons.org?Subject=Re%3A%20%5Bebfnb%5D%20Sierk%20update&In-Reply-To=%3CCAA4J92ukFQdtb-fSgt3xq%3D8d%3D-3HGn4R1DrViZmxaOgdBR11Hw%40mail.gmail.com%3E> >> *Mon Sep 9 06:35:43 PDT 2024* >> >> >> - Previous message (by thread): [ebfnb] Fwd: Homeless Anthology >> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/007857.html> >> - Next message (by thread): [ebfnb] Sierk update >> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/007861.html> >> - *Messages sorted by:* [ date ] >> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/date.html#7858> >> [ thread ] >> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/thread.html#7858> >> [ subject ] >> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/subject.html#7858> >> [ author ] >> <https://omnicommons.org/lists/private/ebfnb/2024-September/author.html#7858> >> >> ------------------------------ >> >> Hi all, >> >> *I have concerns on Sierk volunteering within EBFNB.* >> *I think the concerns are serious enough that Sierk no longer be part of >> East Bay Food Not Bombs and Omni for the time being.* >> >> *EB PREC / CALLI will have issues with Sierk inhabiting the building.* >> *The lax atmosphere at Omni enables individuals taking advantage...* >> >> *...Sierk's disregard and disrespect of the communal spaces around Omni is >> an ongoing problem for years. We have been following up and the results >> were more negative and dishonesty from him.* >> >> *Below are updates and concerns:* >> >> - On Tuesday August 20th, the Tuesday and Friday WFM (Bay & Harrison >> Oakland) pick up crew agreed to stop donations going to Omni's food >> giveaway on Tuesday / Friday that Sierk coordinated. >> >> - On Thursday September 5th, I have asked Sierk to stop handling EBFNB >> donations and he agreed. >> >> - I'm also asking Sierk to stop welcoming people who are not a part of Omni >> to go in our fridge downstairs and help themselves on their own. I found >> out on Friday (Sept. 6) after two people were seen doing that and they told >> me Sierk gave them permission. >> There was no communication from Sierk to any EBFNB volunteers or Omni >> members. >> (My leniency reached its limit from this) >> >> *The concerns are:* >> >> *- Food handling from Sierk are unkempt, unsanitary, unhygienic body and >> foul body odor.* >> >> *- Sierk never proposed the food giveaway event (on Tues / Fri) to neither >> Omni or EBFNB for a discussion and approval.* *Despite several request and >> suggestions to do so.* >> >> *- Non communicative and irresponsible and disrespectful with food >> donations and usage of EBFNB spaces and in other areas at Omni.* >> *Recently there were hundreds of pounds of food (grains stored in the >> kitchen) that had to be discarded that he accepted and not taking >> responsibility for it. Leaving it out that attracted rats, and volunteers >> to deal with.* >> *Smelly soiled clothing of his were found in the corners of the kitchen.* >> *This was addressed to him and he disregarded it.* >> >> *- Inappropriate and erratic behaviors towards volunteers.* >> *Includes talking down to and shouting at people.* >> *There's a video footage (taken by an Omni member) of Sierk shouting at a >> new EBFNB volunteer. She disengaged and walked away.* >> *His angry behavior is a pattern towards volunteers including myself last >> Thursday the 29th.* >> >> *- M**ade decisions that risks the building and people in it to harm. >> Includes allowing known problematic persons in (that are not members of any >> groups at Omni).* >> >> *- Disregard multiple requests to not sleep inside Omni, not cleaning up >> after usage of space.* >> *Sierk sleeps in Omni sitting up on his desk area and when approached he >> says he is working (non Omni or collectives related) on his laptop late >> into the night or all nighters. His leg is swelling up as a suspected >> result of habitual sleeping while sitting up.* >> >> *- Rejected several offers from different people to assist in getting >> proper medical care. Have been self diagnosing his body as a "medical >> condition" and using it as a reason for behavior.* >> >> *- P**rior violent verbal interactions at volunteers. Was never held >> accountable or acknowledged wrong doings and tried to justify his actions >> (and believable to some volunteers...)* >> *This preventable harm resulted in several upset volunteers that are afraid >> and hurt to quit EBFNB and not going to Omni specifically to avoid him.* >> >> *This is not an exhaustive list and there are proof for all the concerns >> and claims.* >> >> *The concerns has negatively affected collectives and the spaces in the >> building; Liberated Lens, Sacred Maker Arts Collective, individuals at >> Omni, and volunteers within EBFNB.* >> *The organizations, individuals, and volunteers has put in their numerous >> complaints and it was addressed without a sustained helpful solution, >> acknowledgement, or accountability from EBFNB.* >> >> *I foresee new complaints to us from the new entity that will soon manage / >> be responsible to the building begining this week.* >> *On Friday they discovered another person who appears to be sleeping in a >> part of the building:* >> *" *He said he was not sleeping there, and would be leaving at 6pm after >> doing some sewing. I hope my concern is unfounded, but it definitely looked >> like he might be staying there. When I asked what collective he was a part >> of he said he was with CC. There were also some cats with him. >> >> Since CALLI doesn’t own the property yet I can’t really take any action. I >> am hopeful he does leave by 6pm today, but wanted to alert you delegates >> since until Monday or Tuesday you are still responsible for the building. I >> would appreciate if you could make your best non-violent efforts to ensure >> that space is vacant by the time CALLI does take ownership and >> responsibility for the space. *"* >> >> The person mentioned above is not Sierk. I'm sharing this to share a sense >> of how the building will be managed. >> >> I have been patiently following up throughout the years and was >> unsuccessful in my attempts to remedy the situation. >> There are others that have been trying to help without success. We had a >> help Sierk committee that was created this mid year that included several >> of us: Ron, Helen, Joe, Judith and I. >> I have not shared updates to this email list since a couple of volunteers >> (Judith, Ron) requested I don't do that or even mention his name. Our >> attempts to support failed and we need to update / reach out to the larger >> group. >> >> *Sierk - I think not making Omni your home and being open to receiving >> proper medic care will help you.* >> *- It would be better if you don't repeat the dishonesty in your response >> to volunteers so they can better help you.* >> *- Please remove all your belongings and yourself from the building.* *You >> are no longer welcome in the space due to the numerous concerns mentioned.* >> *- Currently there are no mediations nor restorative justice planned (from >> me anyway) since it may be too late, we didn't prioritize the incidents >> when it first occurred.* >> *-If you can, do some reflecting and reach out to whoever you feel >> comfortable speaking with.* >> >> Compassion differs from pity. Pitying Sierk isn't helping him or us in any >> space, it doesn't address solutions but provides a temporary sense of >> relief such as bringing him clean clothes and food regularly and not >> laundry / food service that he can attend to himself (the clothes begins to >> soiled in corners and food accumulates and spoils in the upstairs fridge). >> Pity prolongs the problems and makes it difficult for the person to grow >> out of the accustomed unhealthy lifestyle. >> >> All - Please refrain (especially those who do not frequent Omni to have >> enough understanding) from reacting to my message. We can have >> conversations and talk about it further for details and context, which I >> can be open to share more. >> >> If a fluid meeting is necessary I can set up a video call where we can all >> interact in a timely manner and see each other. >> >> Thanks, >> Toan >> >> On Fri, Apr 12, 2024, 6:52 PM Judith Gips <yipslsquirrel2 at gmail.com <https://omnicommons.org/lists/listinfo/ebfnb>> wrote: >> >> >* Thank you for keeping us posted. >> *>>* Has Sierk tried Suitcase Clinic? great all volunteer program that includes >> *>* physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and more. >> *>>* I can buy some soap, shampoo etc and maybe some clothing. >> *>>* On Fri, Apr 12, 2024 at 4:30 PM Ron Weisberg <ronwei at yahoo.com <https://omnicommons.org/lists/listinfo/ebfnb>> wrote: >> *>>>* Hi all, Toan, Sierk and I met Friday afternoon as follow up on hygiene >> *>>* and food handling. Here’s what I have observed and shared with Toan and >> *>>* Sierk: >> *>>>>* 1. Overall hygiene seems better, less odor and generally better body and >> *>>* clothes cleanliness >> *>>>>* 2. Reduced handling of food by Sierk; I am there at 12:30 on Fridays to >> *>>* sort the food donations. (We are still looking for Tuesday help.) >> *>>>>* 3. Sierk has relocated to another part of OMNI, so no longer in proximity >> *>>* to the collectives which have complained. >> *>>>>* HELP STILL NEEDED >> *>>>>* 1. Sierk needs help with laundry and bathing (has a few options but needs >> *>>* more) >> *>>>>* 2. Needs more clothes; at least another change of shirt, trousers and >> *>>* jacket and socks. Perhaps someone could take him shopping. Shirt and >> *>>* Jacket size = x-large; trousers = 38X34; shoe = 12. >> *>>>>* 3. Needs medical attention to his lower leg persistent skin problem; >> *>>* complicated by possibility any free service will end up being billed to a >> *>>* third party, who has assisted in the past; Sierk does not want this. >> *>>>>* Please contact Sierk directly if you can help. >> *>>>>* Ron >> *>>>>>>

1 year, 5 months

International Space Station (ISS) flyover tonight (Tuesday Sep 10)

by Peter Mui

Hi Sudoers: There’s a bright flyover of the International Space Station (ISS) tonight (Tuesday Sep 10) at 8:53PM: Rises 20:51:12 0° 230° (SW) 2,345 0.5 -17.6° Reaches altitude 10° 20:53:16 10° 230° (SW) 1,487 -0.6 -18.0° Maximum altitude 20:56:37 87° 317° (NW) 422 -3.9 -18.6° Enters shadow 20:57:25 49° 47° (NE) 545 -3.4 -18.8° Magnitude -3.9 is very bright, if it’s not foggy it’ll be very easy to spot. More details here: https://www.heavens-above.com/passdetails.aspx?lat=37.8708&lng=-122.2729&lo… Those of us at Omni Commons this evening we should go outside and look at this. Sincerely, -Peter

1 year, 5 months

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