News & Announcements News Summary

Burien Business and Occupation Tax Returns Online Filing Now Available

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien has launched a new online portal for convenient filing of Burien business and occupation (B&O) tax returns.

Sarah Moore Elected Mayor and Hugo Garcia Elected Deputy Mayor

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Burien City Council voted on January 12, 2026 to elect Sarah Moore to serve as mayor for a two-year term and Hugo Garcia for a one-year term as deputy mayor.

The Cities of Burien, Des Moines, and SeaTac Raise Concerns Over Federal Decision on Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s Sustainable Airport Master Plan Near-Term Projects

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT

On September 26, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) completed their National Environmental Policy Act review of the Port of Seattle’s Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) Near-Term Projects. Based on the review, the FAA approved a Final Environmental Assessment and a Finding of No Significant Impact/Record of Decision (FONSI/ROD) for 31 proposed SAMP Near-Term Projects at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Burien’s Multi-Jurisdictional Effort with SeaTac and Port of Seattle Combines Infrastructure Improvements with Ecological Restoration Near Burien’s Miller Creek Trail

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien joined partners from the City of SeaTac and Port of Seattle on Thursday, November 20 to celebrate the completion of the Miller Creek Restoration Project.

Apply Today to Serve on a Burien Advisory Board, Commission, or Committee

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Want to serve your community and help shape local laws and policy? Do you have expertise to share? Consider applying for one of the 13 open positions on a Burien advisory board, commission, or committee!

Fire Destroys House in Burien’s Dottie Harper Park, Causing Total Loss of Building and City Equipment and Supplies Stored Inside

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

A structure fire at Burien’s Dottie Harper Park (421 SW 146th St.) was discovered around 1 a.m. on Saturday, October 25.

Burien Ballots to Include Proposition No. 1, a Community-Informed Measure to Fund Public Safety

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Burien voters will have an opportunity to decide on funding public safety in Burien on their November 2025 general election ballot.

Weeklong Celebration of Community Begins September 12, 2025

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

For the fifth year in a row, the City of Burien will celebrate National Welcoming Week (September 12-21, 2025).

Residents Invited to Apply for Public Safety Levy Pro and Con Committees

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Applications are now open for Burien residents interested in participating on a committee in support of or against a proposed ballot measure to fund public safety initiatives in Burien.

U.S. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal Includes Burien Public Market Project in Community Project Funding Request for Appropriations Committee Consideration

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT

United States Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal has included Burien in list of community projects for consideration by the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations as they work on federal funding decisions for the 2026 fiscal year.

Community-Informed Proposal to Fund Public Safety in Burien Advances to Next Steps

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien has initiated the process of developing a property tax levy lid lift proposal to fund public safety in Burien.

2026 Burien Gallery Program Call For Artists

Fri, 30 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien has issued a call for artists for the 2026 Burien Gallery Program. The application deadline is Friday, August 22, 2025.

Burien’s Anti-Camping Law Found Constitutional in King County Superior Court

Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

On May 15, 2025, the King County Superior Court ruled in favor of the City of Burien and upheld the constitutionality of Burien’s anti-camping ordinance.

The City of Burien Invites Community Members to Participate as StormFest Volunteers and Station Educators

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Community members can now apply to support the annual StormFest, an interactive stormwater festival for Highline Public Schools sixth-grade students

City of Burien Reaffirms Support for Transgender Community Members

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien is committed to fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive city for all and stands proudly in support of Burien’s transgender and gender-diverse community.

Burien’s Neighborhood Grants Program Funds Projects to Improve Quality of Life in Burien Neighborhoods

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien has launched its Neighborhood Grants Program to support community improvement projects throughout the city.