Message 3059 of 13164

dmv the black hole

Went down to the dmv the other day to get a print out of my record for work. It took me two hours to get to the desk to get a ticket to be helped. Then an hour to be called up to get the record that took ten seconds for the clerk to print out. All the bad vibes is justified down at the dmv. Course in our state dmv offices are now closed on fridays too. I learn that I can print the record out now at home. If I just knew. Course it would help if I had a printer. You just can't win some days.

My wife used to work at dmv. They had contest some years ago in Oregon so that Oregonians could win $10,000 by designing the state plate. The design that they chose was of a tree that wasn't in Oregon, a woman who wasn't from Oregon. She was the relative of the director of dmv. So the tree that you see on Oregon plates is a tamarack. Should have used a Douglas fir.
thedood's profile
I remember the California DMV, and not fondly. You didn't say if you were helped by someone that spoke English--I hope so. I'm glad I'm in Montana--with fewer people, there are fewer problems and long lines.
mtwoman's profile

over 2 years ago
Hello Dood!! Its always such a treat to hear from you,though I am sorry youhad such a terrible time at the DMV! It isnt any better here now! Until recently you could run down on your lunch hour to take care of most things--not anymore!!!A few months ago they swirched to some new computer program and now when you go down there you should pack a lunch,take a sleeping bag,and forward your mail!

Sure hope you have a great Thanksgiving!!

pat
PLRUSSELL's profile

over 2 years ago
DMV is terrible here, too (SC)
I try to do most of my stuff concerning DMV by mail. There are several agencie offices close to me....I still prefer mail.
I saw that the web site does contain a lot of things, you cam do at home....but you do need a printer. I guess you could try the public library...I'm sure they have a printer, might cost a few $$$ but....by far better then the agency offices.

I don't know why they seem soooooo UN-ORGANIZED? Or why it takes so long to get your business, attended to.
Sorry you had such a horrible , afternoon.....
MamaE's profile

over 2 years ago
I have passed this office during the summer, and noticed several times ambulances carting people off due to waiting so long in the heat.
thedood's profile

over 2 years ago

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