Subject:

Jean Godden

  • Blogs

    August 16, 2011

    Tunnel Vote: 'Approve' Takes Early Lead; Godden and Clark Ahead in Council Races

    ​Initial results announced moments ago give the downtown Seattle tunnel referendum a 60-40 lead in the early 2011 Primary voting this evening, strongly indicating the long-sought waterfront tube was headed for passage and handing Seattle's embattled Mayor Mike McGinn another public relations s ... More >>

  • News

    July 21, 2010

    McGinn's Walk/Bike/Ride Challenge - Bad for Taxpayers?

    We'd rather they got to where they need to be, and quickly.

  • Blogs

    July 15, 2010

    McGinn's "Walk Bike Ride Challenge" a Waste of Taxpayer Money

    ​Mayor Mike "The Bike" McGinn has persuaded a slew of public officials to set aside their cars during the month of July and get around solely by biking, walking, or taking public transit. Is that really a good use of taxpayer money?

  • Blogs

    November 16, 2009

    Jean Godden, Jan Drago, and a Very Awkward Press Conference

    Jan Drago just can't catch a break this year.​It was supposed to be a straightforward photo op. All nine city councilmembers would pat themselves on the back for resolving the city's $72 million shortfall then go help librarians shelve and check out books. And it almost worked out that way... ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 14, 2009

    Councilmember Jean Godden Wins the Day

    Master Media Manipulator Jean Godden​Maybe you saw this. Maybe you didn't. Yesterday, Seattle Councilmember Jean Godden sent out a statement announcing that she's writing a check to the city for 10 days pay: By their willingness to accept furloughs, union members and non-represented city emplo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 1, 2009

    City Looking for an Auditor in All the Right Places

    City of Seattle auditor Susan Cohen will be stepping down this fall, ending an eleven year reign. The Council is looking for someone to replace her, and will be posting on all the hottest auditor blogs and websites as part of its nationwide search. Budget Committee Chair Jean Godden mentioned www.go ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 16, 2009

    Council Invites You to Comment on Budget Cuts They Can't Vote on

    Not happy with the 2009 budget cuts that the City Council has no control over? Let them know at a public hearing in Council chambers at 5:30 PM next Wednesday (April 22). Budget Committee Chair Jean Godden just sent out a press release announcing the hearing. Says Godden, "While no Council action is ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 27, 2009

    P-I Globe: Landmark Baller?

    Last seen on these pages living the high life with the likes of Lil Wayne, Lil Kim, and Art Thiel, the P-I Globe today found himself the subject of a landmark nomination from City Councilmembers Tim Burgess, Sally Clark, and Jean Godden. Here's an idea: Landmark park. The Hat 'n' Boots already sits ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 18, 2009

    How Does the Recession Suck? City Council Lets Us Count the Ways

    The City Council is inviting concerned citizens to two events next week that promise to get to the heart of the recession's rampant suckery--and provide the opportunity to fight over bread line tickets. First, on Monday (10 AM, Bertha Knight Landes Room, City Hall), Council President Richard Conli ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 6, 2009

    Life Beyond the P-I

    The clock is ticking down for The Seattle Post-Intelligencer, soon to cease printing and be replaced by some sort of Hearst-owned, non-union Web site. We take no joy in reporting that, and are saddened that the majority of P-I staffers will lose their jobs in this terrible economy. Other newspapers ... More >>

  • News

    February 18, 2009

    Annexation at the White Center of Controversy

    The Seattle City Council scuttles a plan to adopt a “vital young area.”

  • Blogs

    February 3, 2009

    Councilmember Jean Godden on Facebook's Distinguished Dames

    The fastest growing demographic on Facebook over the last two months has been women over 55. Naturally, we checked in with city councilmember/longtime avid Facebooker/woman-over-55 Jean Godden. Her thoughts on why so many of her demographic cohorts have joined the 'book:

  • Blogs

    January 7, 2009

    Inauguration Day: Palace Ballroom

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 1, 2008

    Godden Settles w/ Ethics for $150

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 18, 2008

    Parks Levy, by Committee

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 7, 2008

    Council-Men Back Obama

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 30, 2007

    White Center Annexation Still on the Table

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 7, 2007

    Angst at the Polls

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 19, 2007

    Messages in a Bottle

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 22, 2007

    Ho-Hum

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 17, 2007

    Mr. Moneybags

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 11, 2007

    More Players at the Party

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 8, 2007

    Alki Foundation's Picks for Council/Port/School Board are in:

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 24, 2007

    Re: Green Challenge at City Hall

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 14, 2007

    Upping the Ante

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 5, 2007

    One more for Steinbrueck's seat

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 20, 2007

    Braving Oly

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 20, 2006

    Election 2007, Like Already

    "Bars with TVs that open at 8:00am" is a pretty slim category in Seattle. We'll bring you the special brunches as we find out about them. The best deal so far belongs to the Palace Ballroom: $15 will get you a brunch buffet based on the new Dahlia Lounge brunch menu, including biscuits and gravy, hu ... More >>

  • News

    May 3, 2006

    For Sale: A Smokeless Mirabeau

    Also: Tim Eyman doublespeak, City Hall cash, and strip searches at the immigration prison.

  • News

    December 21, 2005

    City Council Uncertainty

    The resignation of second-term member Jim Compton sets off a scramble for his seat and reopens the presidency.

  • News

    November 30, 2005

    New Ager vs. Media Maven

    Richard Conlin and Jean Godden seek the City Council presidency, and it's a tight race.

  • News

    December 17, 2003

    City Council and Crime

    Richard Conlin and Jean Godden seek the City Council presidency, and it's a tight race.

  • News

    November 12, 2003

    Election 2003, Transportation, and Media

    Richard Conlin and Jean Godden seek the City Council presidency, and it's a tight race.

  • News

    November 5, 2003

    Sea Change in Seattle

    A clean sweep for School Board challengers and a shake-up at City Hall.

  • News

    October 29, 2003

    Letters to the Editor

    "By vilifying animal-rights activists for opposing animal research, all the press does is prolong the day that reasonable alternatives are discovered."

  • News

    October 29, 2003

    Make It a Mandate

    Take advantage of this opportunity to improve the School Board, the City Council, and the Port Commission.

  • News

    October 22, 2003

    Coup Without a Cause

    Even if three challengers win at City Hall, not much will change.

  • News

    August 27, 2003

    City Hall, Sound transit, and Monorail

    Even if three challengers win at City Hall, not much will change.

  • News

    August 20, 2003

    Hempfest, City Council

    Even if three challengers win at City Hall, not much will change.

  • News

    August 13, 2003

    Letters to the Editor

    Bush deserves a welcome to Seattle by anyone who has not been blinded by the flag-waving liars and destroyers of our image as Americans...!

  • News

    August 6, 2003

    Jean Jumps In

    Gossip columnist Godden has name recognition. But as a candidate, she needs an agenda.

  • News

    August 6, 2003

    Godden vs. Nicastro

    Longtime Seattle newspaper columnist files for City Council race.

  • News

    March 12, 2003

    Odds & Sods

    Mossback cleans house for The Rapture.

  • News

    April 3, 2002

    Fade to White

    The blinding light of haute couture.

  • Food

    November 21, 2001

    Side Dish

    The blinding light of haute couture.

  • News

    September 5, 2001

    News Clips— Twin joke machines

    The blinding light of haute couture.

  • News

    May 2, 2001

    12 People we pissed off

    The blinding light of haute couture.

  • Diversions

    November 29, 2000

    Strike!

    Street interviews on the Times picket line.

  • News

    September 20, 2000

    Gold rush

    What's in a nameplate?

  • News

    November 11, 1998

    Who You Already Know

    What's in a nameplate?

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