Letter to the mayor #1

It's the first time I've ever done this, but I wrote an email to the mayor. I'll report back on what happens. Here's the full email:

Mr. Mayor:

I work in tech and happened to read a blog from a man (and team) in New Orleans. They have been keeping a weblog (a form of internet message boards) of their experiences the entire time since Katrina hit.

Now the people who used to work there need a temporary home for 55 high-tech workers. One of their requirements is a nearby datacenter, 6,000-8,000 ft. of space and immediately available office furniture. Nearby housing is preferable.

Unfortunately, TN isn't on their "short list." That's a shame, because it seems like downtown Knoxville might be a perfect place for these folks. Between renovations and fires, do you think we have a place for these folks?

Here's the link to their blog:
http://www.livejournal.com/users/interdictor/

Link to the comments (no doubt many are vying for these people):
http://www.livejournal.com/users/interdictor/46171.html

And... (long quote ahead)
Here's the excerpt from the "Interdictor", an IT guy with DirectNIC:
A message from the Co-Owner
As an owner of Intercosmos Media Group, Inc., I would like to thank all of you for the overwhelming support you have shown our company, our group, and our fight. This week has been a nightmare for everyone involved. The team at Outpost Crystal has done an outstanding job. There are many employees behind the scenes who have also committed themselves to working 16 hour days amidst complete turmoil, to keeping direcNIC.com up and operational.

Unfortunately all of these people are scattered across several states and telecommuting via hotel connections, pc cards, dial-up connections and even wi-fi hotspots. This dedicated group needs a temporary home until New Orleans is rebuilt!

Please help us to find a temporary home for 55 employees. We are looking for the following:

Short-term solution
6,000 - 8,000 square feet
Ready to occupy, desks, chairs, etc
Workplaces for 55 people
Nearby datacenter preferable
Internet connectivity
Nearby housing
Texas, Northern Louisiana, Georgia, & Florida are preferable...

Please send any information to noah@intercosmos.com.

I also want to take this time to thank all Internet providers who have offered assistance in secondary collocation, bandwidth and hardware. We especially want to thank National Net (http://www.national-net.com), Marlin Web Hosting (http://www.marlinwebhosting.com), and EV1 (http://www.ev1.net). They have been invaluable with their assistance.


Best regards,

Noah Lieske
Co-owner / Director
Intercosmos Media Group, Inc.
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