I have been a landlord. And while landlords are among the least popular people in our culture and economy, somebody has to manage rental properties. Just imagine inviting 25, 60, or 100 strangers onto a property you are financially responsible for. Life happens. Parties happen. Noise happens. Abandoned furniture happens. Tragedy happens. And yes, sometimes, […]
Yet another candidate has joined the crowded field of candidates seeking a job on the City Council. Noted MAD Magazine mascot and perennial cover boy, Alfred E. Neuman has joined the race for the at large seat opposite incumbent Tim Burgess. Neuman held his kick-off on the railroad tracks near Carkeek Park. He spoke […]
The Seattle City Council actually did the right thing yesterday, passing Councilmember O’Brien’s legislation to permit encampments for people who are homeless and including an amendment by Councilmember Sawant to study encampments in single-family zones. We supported the legislation and the amendment, agreeing with Councilmember Sawant who said in yesterday’s discussion that: We are all […]