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| Affiliation | Republican |
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| Name | John D. Spellman |
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Seattle, Washington , United States |
| Email | None |
| Website | None |
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January 29, 1926
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| Died | January 15, 2018
(91 years)
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| Contributor | Ralphie |
| Last Modifed | Chronicler
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| Info | King County Commissioner
King County Executive
Washington Governor, 1981-1985
John D. Spellman was the first King County Executive and later served as governor of Washington. Elected Executive in 1969, shortly after the County's Home Rule Charter created the position, Spellman played the lead role in establishing the County's new governmental structure under the Charter. He consolidated previously independent departments and replaced the old patronage system with a merit system. Spellman supervised the controversial process of siting and building the Kingdome, the domed stadium that provided the first home for the Seattle Seahawks and Mariners, and initiated early efforts to deal with uncontrolled growth. Spellman was twice re-elected as King County Executive before being elected governor in 1980. His gubernatorial term coincided with a budget crisis that required deep cuts and tax increases, and although he achieved success in other areas, he lost his bid for re-election. After leaving office Spellman joined a Seattle law firm, where he continues to practice law.
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