Guess what was blocking my driveway this afternoon?

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(burritos @ May 18 2007, 11:48 PM) [snapback]445536[/snapback]</div>

Well, you can always back out of your driveway anyway...if you think you have more insurance.

Can you get the cars towed when they block? Will the police come out and ticket them if you do?

The first thing I'd do is call the local school and explain the situation to the principal. Often a little note in the parent newsletter and an e-mail to the staff will take care of this sort of thing. (But get the license plates anyway.)

 

I do not believe that being an azzhat has anything to do with political tendancies. Azzhats tend to come in all shapes, sizes, and cultural predispositions.

 

Siphon the gas, change the stickers on it. Green peace, FUH2, Impeach GW etc.. and keep a supply on hand for the next inconsiderate F*$!

http://www.stickergiant.com/page/sg/CTGY/bp

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(robincx @ May 19 2007, 10:36 AM) [snapback]445644[/snapback]</div>

Excellent!!! I saw one of the yellow ribbon stickers yesterday, it looked just like one of the ordinary "support the troops" stickers, but instead it said

"support lap dancing"

I Want One!!!

 

That's just wrong. I would definitely call the cops every time it happens & have them ticketed or towed.

 

Install one of these to hit where they park.
http://www.pet-dog-cat-supply-store.com/scarecrow.php

BTW I don't see why it matters what kind of vehicle it was, it's not like you would be ok with a Prius blocking your driveway.

 

The cops won't do anything. If they finally come, it will be hours later, and the cop will say "I don't see a car". Anything you do to the car you will be liable for, so you shouldn't retaliate with violence.

Do you have a towing company near by? They would love to be able to come and tow them away. Its worth over $200 in revenue for them, even if the owner picks up the car within an hour. You may have to post a sign that says "Resident Parking Only - Tow Away Zone", but they will let you know what the requirements are. You may be able to "boot" or block the car in until the tow truck arrives. Also, check to see if you can charge them a parking fee ... the shopping center near the Ventura County Fairgrounds does just that. They have your car towed, then issue a private citation.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Godiva @ May 19 2007, 02:17 AM) [snapback]445567[/snapback]</div>

I would do this as well as call the police and complain.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Rangerdavid @ May 19 2007, 10:22 AM) [snapback]445662[/snapback]</div>

You can make your own. I have one I made that says "Support our Halliburton Stockholders."

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Tideland Prius @ May 19 2007, 12:43 PM) [snapback]445694[/snapback]</div>

Will that work with one of their "flex fuel" vehicles? :lol:

 

Contacting the school may solve the problem. Softening or deflating a tire wouldn't cause any permanent damage. Check your state's motor vehicle code. You may find that blocking the driveway is an offense. If so, document it and either issue a private ticket or file a complaint. If you don't park in the street try painting your curb yellow.

 

Ann Arbor is the home of The University of Michigan, and parking is always a problem. There's an old story in Ann Arbor; it's probably an urban legend, but it's too good to not repeat:

A home owner in Ann Arbor was plagued by a driver who often parked his car in the home owners front yard. This may sound weird, but front yard parking is common in Ann Arbor on football days. The important part for this story is that the car was completely on the home owners property, not just blocking a driveway. Repeated notes left for the driver and calls to the police failed to solve the problem. After the football game one day, the offending car owner returned to pick up his car, only to find a freshly installed brick wall completely surrounding his car.

Tom

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(TonyPSchaefer @ May 19 2007, 01:19 PM) [snapback]445741[/snapback]</div>

Now your assuming the SUV driver can read and....gives a $h*t. They can't and they don't.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(qbee42 @ May 19 2007, 05:50 PM) [snapback]445857[/snapback]</div>

Hey, that's not a bad idea. Too bad the OP's problem is on the street, not on his property. I would definitely contact the police AND the school, AND take photos (including license plate #). Then you have proof when the police show up late.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(burritos @ May , 12:48 AM)</div>

Hmm, let's say the SUV gets 15 MPG and your Prius gets 50 MPG. Roughly a 3 to 1 ratio. So for every 3 soldiers killed/maimed you are still directly responsible for 1 soldier getting killed/maimed. Reminds me of something about stones and glass houses...

Rick
#4 2006