COOL COPS

Considering that the gathering addressed the controversial issue of
marijuana and hemp crop policy reform, I observed a smooth operation and
genuine spirit of cooperation between the event planners and our Seattle
Police Department. The men and women of the SPD who staffed the event
should be commended for keeping their cool and managing the crowd in a
civil, efficient and respectful manner.

The successful management of large public gatherings by our police
department too often goes unrecognized, perhaps because people more often
speak up when things go wrong. In this case, I appreciate that things went
right.

Nick Licata, City Council member, Seattle