Jordan Royer left city government in 2007 to accept the position of vice president for external affairs in the Seattle office of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association, where he currently works rep
The Seattle Model of involving neighborhoods is emulated in much of the world, but it fell from favor here over recent years. Even after making a smart hire for a Neighborhoods director, Mayor McGinn faces big decisions.
As the city comes to terms with this year's failed car tab fee, officials are already looking for a new ballot measure. But the calendar is looking full.
Voters made a smart decision to reject Seattle's car tab proposition. And Tim Eyman's initiative on tolling and light railing did badly among King County residents.
Mayor Mike McGinn should build on his decision to cut rates at the Pacific Place garage and find ways to help struggling Pioneer Square with its parking-rate worries.
In stripping the elected leadership of authority, California and Washington are becoming economic regions unable to move forward on crucial investments, no matter how lengthy the public debate.
