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City
Withdraws North Highline Annexation Request
The
City of Burien has notified the Boundary Review
Board that it is withdrawing its current request
to annex a portion on North Highline to allow
for new negotiations with King County and cities
of Seattle and SeaTac regarding the proposed
annexation boundary.
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1st
Avenue South Project Update
The
final paving phase of the 1st Avenue South
project is being conducted this September. The City has set up a hotline,
(206) 439-3162, to keep residents and businesses informed on traffic disruptions and other information about the 1st Avenue South improvement project.
Project Update
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King County Metro Transit Begins Construction of
New Burien Transit Center
A new expanded transit center now under construction in Burien will provide bus riders with better
connections, improved security, and faster travel times for buses.
Read more about the project.
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Workshop on Monitoring of Miller and Walker
Creeks
People
interested in the efforts to restore Miller and
Walker Creeks are invited to a special workshop
on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 7-8:30 p.m. at Burien
Community Center. Participants will review and
discuss the monitoring of the water quality,
water quantity and habitat of Miller and Walker
Creeks.
More
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Metro Transit Advisory
Committee Seeks Applicants
Metro
Transit is seeking applicants for its 15-member
Transit Advisory Committee. The group advises
Metro managers and King County elected officials
on transit-related issues.
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Burien Town Square Construction Progressing
Construction work is progressing on the Burien Town Square project. For details on the Town Square project, go to the Town Square page. Persons interested in the housing or retail space at Town Square can see floor plans and obtain other information at www.burientownsquare.com
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Volunteers Sought for Parks & Recreation Board and
the Business and Economic Development Partnership
Applications are being accepted for openings on Parks & Recreation Board and the Business and Economic Development Partnership. An application form is available on this website or at Burien City Hall, 15811 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Ste. C. For information, contact Monica Lusk, City Clerk, 248-5517.
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Destination-based Sales Tax ~ Effective July 1
With passage of Substitute Senate Bill 5089 ("Streamlined Sales Tax"), Washington will change from an origin-based system for local retail sales tax to a destination-based system. Details
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Final Environmental Impact Statement For Emerald Pointe on the Sound Issued
The City of Burien has released the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the proposed "Emerald Pointe on the Sound" project. More information and see online.
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![](images/120507seahurstshot.jpg) Seahurst Park, Miller Park on Burien TV
Seahurst Park, Burien's hidden treasure, is the subject of a new video that profiles recent efforts to restore its natural and quiet beauty. A video on Miller Creek also is being broadcast on Burien TV (Channel 21). The videos will run on Thursday evenings, with Miller Creek at 8 p.m. and Seahurst Park at 8:30 p.m. View the Burien TV schedule online.
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You Can Help Take Care of Our Waterways
Interested in streams and fish in our city? Eager to find out what you can do to improve stormwater quality and have a natural, healthy yard? A new website focuses on our local creeks and how you can help care for them. See website.
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Shoreline Inventory Document Completed
The City of Burien has completed an inventory of its shorelines, which is one of the tasks in updating its Shoreline Master Program. The inventory compiles a significant amount of data Burien's Shoreline Advisory Committee will use during the Shoreline Master Program update process. See the Community Development page for more information.
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Digital Television
On February 17, 2009, television stations will begin broadcasting in a different way, using only digital signals. Will your TV still receive a signal? Find out more.
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Community Survey Results
The results are in from two recent surveys of Burien residents. The first was about financing options for the proposed new community recreation center. See Survey Results on the Burien Community Center Project Page. The objective of the second survey was to measure citizen' satisfaction with the City of Burien and the perceived quality of life in the City. You can view the results here.
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Use Your Credit Card to Pay For Many Types of Permits and Licenses
As a convenience to our customers, the City has begun accepting Visa and MasterCard credit cards (not debit cards) for permit and license fee payments up to $2,000.Ý For more information, please contact our Permit Technicians at (206) 248-5520.
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Dog Owners Are Reminded of Burien's Leash Law
Pet owners are reminded that the entire city is a "dog control zone" and it is unlawful for owner to allow their dogs to wander free and without restraint within the zone. Owners in violation can be fined up to $250 and/or be sentenced to up to 90 days in jail. Details
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Emergency Information
Visit the City of Burien's Emergency Information page for emergency information and resources.
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Utility Rate Discounts for Low-Income Seattle City Light Customers
Burien residents who are Seattle City Light customers may be eligible for 50% utility rate discounts. Call (206) 684-0286 for information on both programs.
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