The repeal of the Park N Fly condemnation was inevitable with a 6-1 or 5-2 vote.

Shape decided he would lecture the citizens, put off the vote, and throw a hissy fit at 11 p.m. This showed he was part of the problem versus any reasonable solution because he did not get his way of continuing the ridiculous condemnation of a parking lot to create another parking lot.

Though within his rights, he put the vote off for two weeks by using council procedures.

Many of the remaining audience were aghast at this display of arrogance and pettiness on the part of Shape and it was suggested by some that he be recalled.

While that would be an expensive and time consuming effort, it may be worth it if Shape continues rhetoric and actions that compromises property rights, spews untrue data, and uses the council forum for his own self-aggrandizement.

It used to be "Mayor" Shape until Tuesday's council meeting and the rest of the council realized his dictatorial attitude and methods will no longer be tolerated.

What is actually humorous is that Shape had acted like he had been elected when he was "Mayor." This is a council ceremonial "selection" amongst themselves and has nothing to do with an election of any sort. The un-elected city manager is the executive of the city.

Proposition #1 tried to correct the checks and balances but lost by nine votes. I am hoping the citizens of SeaTac pay closer attention to the ramifications of having an un-elected executive and a councilman who goes off the "deep end" when challenged or is in the overwhelming minority on an issue.

Earl Gipson
SeaTac