2018 News & Announcements News Summary

Take a Short Survey about the City Website

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien is evaluating the City website and we want to hear from you!

Hotel Developer Selected for Downtown Burien

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

NEWS RELEASE: On December 3, 2018 the Burien City Council selected Hotel Concepts as the buyer and developer of a City-owned parcel. The winning proposal includes a 140-guest room hotel and approximately 100 units of multifamily development.

Burien Community Center Closure and Holiday Hours

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Due to scheduled facility maintenance and the holidays, the Burien Community Center will be closed December 17–21.

Hotel, Poet-in-Residence, Budget, Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan Amendments

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Council discussed hotel developer, business licensing and B&O tax code updates, budget, zoning code amendments, and Comprehensive Plan amendments.

Accepting Nominations for Citizen of the Year!

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Do you know someone who has improved the quality of life in Burien? Do you know of a program or organization that has helped others in the community? Nominate them for the Burien City Council’s Citizen of the Year!

Joint Human Services and Planning Commissions Study Session on Spectrum of Housing Policies

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Learn more about housing policies that support Burien as a safe, healthy, and affordable community of opportunity for people of all income levels.

Statement from the City Manager Regarding Fox Cove Apartments

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Statement from City Manager Brian J. Wilson regarding Fox Cove Apartments.

Burien Businesses Invited to Take Survey

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien is conducting a comprehensive business survey to better serve our businesses and ensure their success.

Recology, 2019–20 Budget, LEAD and Community Court, Legislative Agendas

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Council discussed amendments to the Recology CleanScapes contract, state and federal legislative priorities, LEAD and Community Court programs, 2019–2020 Preliminary Budget, and appointments to the National League of Cities and Sound Cities Association. The discussion of options to enhance public safety was postponed.

Program Supports Healthy Urban Forests

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Community invited to open house to learn more about the Green Cities Partnership Program, a collaboration between Forterra, city governments, community organizations, and city residents to support care for trees in forested parks, natural areas, neighborhoods, and other spaces throughout the region.

Periodic Review of Shoreline Master Program

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien is conducting a periodic review of its Shoreline Master Program as required every eight years by the Washington State Shoreline Management Act.

Statement from Burien City Manager Brian J. Wilson

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Despite trends that show crime is going down, recent events have shown that City, County, and regional leaders need to come together to address the unacceptable violence that is harming our community. The City of Burien is taking immediate steps to protect our community while at the same time investing in long-term solutions.

City of Burien Seeks Proposals from Hotel Developers

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

NEWS RELEASE: The City of Burien is seeking proposals from hotel developers for the construction of a hotel on City-owned land in downtown Burien.

Burien Businesses Invited to Weigh in on Potential Ban of Single Use Plastic Bags

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

NEWS RELEASE: The City of Burien Business and Economic Development Partnership (BEDP) is hosting a business roundtable to get feedback from Burien businesses about a potential ban on single use plastic bags in favor of paper bags or reusable bags.

Verizon Withdraws Small Cell Permit Application in Lake Burien Area

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Burien received notice from Verizon Wireless that they are withdrawing their application for installation of a small cellular network in the area of Lake Burien

New Wayfinding Signs Point Visitors to Downtown Burien Shopping and Amenities

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

NEWS RELEASE: The City of Burien is installing a new wayfinding system that directs both residents and visitors to downtown shopping, services, and amenities.