Remarkableriots Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 To get to work I ride the bus. Unfortunately this week the bus drivers are on strike again. Stuck taking Uber or Taxi which is costing $40+ each day. Hopefully I make it the next two weeks until my next paycheck. Not sure when the strike will end. Here's what you need to know about the second RTC bus driver strike WWW.GOOGLE.COM The RGJ spoke with Gary Watson, president of Teamsters Union Local 533, about why they went on strike and what their next steps are moving forward. Quote RTC is offering free rides through RIDE, FlexRIDE, taxis and UberX for all regular transit users, according to a prepared statement from RTC Chair Neoma Jardon. I tried doing this but they said they only do this during normal business hours so the ride has to be scheduled right away. I work graveyard so it doesn't help. I had just bought $65- 31 day pass for the month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted October 3, 2021 Author Share Posted October 3, 2021 This paycheck mostly went to rent so I was already low on cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Do you want a vehicle or is that not an option? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted October 3, 2021 Author Share Posted October 3, 2021 Just now, best3444 said: Do you want a vehicle or is that not an option? Never had a drivers license. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Just now, Remarkableriots said: Never had a drivers license. And? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Cars cost a lot of money and he's probably not in a situation to own one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted October 3, 2021 Author Share Posted October 3, 2021 If they hadn't made a mistake on my most recent paycheck I couldn't have afforded these uber rides. Somehow they had me clocked in at 9:55 PM and clocked out at 5:55 PM instead of AM which was when I clocked out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 3 hours ago, Keyser_Soze said: Cars cost a lot of money and he's probably not in a situation to own one. No excuses pal. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 I’m guessing there’s no car share options for work? How far is the trip? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 3 hours ago, best3444 said: No excuses pal. Maybe you’re coming from your financial/personal situation to that approach rather than another person’s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 if you had a bike how long would it take you to get to work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stepee Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 8 hours ago, best3444 said: And? You can’t drive a car without one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stepee Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Have you explained the situation to work? Maybe there is some way they could help you out? I’m assuming biking is out of the question if it’s a $20+ uber ride each way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 I was joking around. I'm very fortunate to have a vehicle and I understand it doesn't fit everyone's lifestyle. I hope it works out for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 1 minute ago, best3444 said: I was joking around. I'm very fortunate to have a vehicle and I understand it doesn't fit everyone's lifestyle. I hope it works out for you! What was the joke? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 1 minute ago, sblfilms said: What was the joke? I was being a nerd above. Like "no excuses pal"... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted October 3, 2021 Author Share Posted October 3, 2021 3 hours ago, gamer.tv said: I’m guessing there’s no car share options for work? How far is the trip? I work graveyard shift at a convenience store/gas station so no car share options. About 5 miles away from where i live. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSpreader Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 5 miles on a bike is about 30 minutes going a low 10mph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 So can you ride a bicycle 5 miles? Night time could be tough for that I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSpreader Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Start a buy a bike GoFundMe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSpreader Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 4 minutes ago, best3444 said: So can you ride a bicycle 5 miles? Night time could be tough for that I guess. I mean. You gotta do what you gotta do? Get a flashing yellow light, a helmet, and a reflective vest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted October 3, 2021 Author Share Posted October 3, 2021 9 minutes ago, best3444 said: So can you ride a bicycle 5 miles? Night time could be tough for that I guess. The main street going to my job is kinda crazy with no bike lane most of the way and a lot of street racing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 I know in the past I have given smart ass replies and comments but please believe me when I say this I am serious as fuck. Get a better job dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 45 minutes ago, Remarkableriots said: The main street going to my job is kinda crazy with no bike lane most of the way and a lot of street racing. That sucks. I honestly don't know what to tell you. You can't keep spending that kind of money each day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Are there sidewalks? Maybe an electric scooter. If I can help out in anyway, let me know n Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
best3444 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 I'd gladly chip in to help this dude out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted October 4, 2021 Share Posted October 4, 2021 @Remarkableriots - we'd like to help you out. How can we get funds to you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 4, 2021 Share Posted October 4, 2021 An electric scooter seems an obvious choice here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSpreader Posted October 4, 2021 Share Posted October 4, 2021 @Remarkableriotswhat state are you in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted October 4, 2021 Share Posted October 4, 2021 1 hour ago, SuperSpreader said: @Remarkableriotswhat state are you in? He lives in Reno. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted October 4, 2021 Author Share Posted October 4, 2021 4 hours ago, SuperSpreader said: @Remarkableriotswhat state are you in? Nevada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted October 4, 2021 Author Share Posted October 4, 2021 8 hours ago, Biggie said: I know in the past I have given smart ass replies and comments but please believe me when I say this I am serious as fuck. Get a better job dude. Only thing I know of that pays a lot more is the Tesla/ Panasonic factory and working 12 hour shifts i don't think i could be on my feet that long. I'm already exhausted after 8 hours already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stepee Posted October 4, 2021 Share Posted October 4, 2021 17 hours ago, sblfilms said: An electric scooter seems an obvious choice here this seems like a decent idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted October 4, 2021 Share Posted October 4, 2021 1 hour ago, stepee said: this seems like a decent idea Of course it is. I said it first. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted October 17, 2021 Author Share Posted October 17, 2021 Union holds rally to tell Washoe RTC to ‘fire Keolis’ (video) THISISRENO.COM On Saturday, a group of striking union workers marched to City Plaza in downtown Reno with a message to the Washoe County Regional Transportation Commission: “Fire Keolis.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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