reubenshojin
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Post by reubenshojin on Oct 19, 2011 12:03:15 GMT -5
I brought this up at the meeting last night, and although many people will have the support of their normal residence during the Occupation, other people might not, so finding a resource we can use for showering and bathing needs is definitely something we need to look at for a long term occupation. I found out that the YMCA on Washington Ave was picked up by the First Israel AME Church first-israel-ame.org/ . Since we know the building has showers, we may want to call them at 518-463-8779 to see when/if they would be okay to let Occupiers use the facilities. I'd call them, but my cellphone is dead, and I'm a bit hesitant to use my work phone for Occupation related stuff.
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Arie
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Post by Arie on Oct 19, 2011 13:50:23 GMT -5
I spoke with a very kind woman named Amy who informed me that while they're sympathetic to the situation, for liability reasons they're not allowed to have anyone use their facilities. She gave me the number of her "higher up", which was 518-813-9733, who simply told me "No. You can't even use our bathroom." I'll gladly make any other phone calls that anyone suggests. I have no problem using my work phone - if they call back they'll wind up in an endless loop Thanks!
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rana
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Post by rana on Oct 19, 2011 14:35:54 GMT -5
I bet once the occupation has started, we can connect out of towners with Albany people who are willing to have people come shower at their houses.
But yeah, we should keep brainstorming other places to ask. There are a good number of churches within walking distance.
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jules
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Post by jules on Oct 19, 2011 14:39:21 GMT -5
Truck stops can be a good place to stop for a shower when away from home. Anyone know if the Exit 23 Truck Stop has such facilities?
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