Memo to Mayor McGinn’s staff [1] – Cedar River Group partner John Howell and co-author Bob Royer write in Crosscut with candid and constructive tips, staffer-to-staffer, for the staff of new Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn. Based on their experience in the administration of Charles Royer, which began in 1978, John’s and Bob’s timeless advice includes “Work hard to keep your boss in touch with the [City] Council,” and “Avoid owning success,” among other small gems.