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The Burien City Council is seeking nominations for the 2024 Citizen of the Year, encouraging community members to recognize individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to the local community in 2023. Nominations are due by February 9, 2024, and the initiative aims to honor those who have positively impacted the quality of life in Burien.
A vibrant tree at Burien’s Off-Leash Dog Park showcases stunning fall colors, captured in a photo by Mary Ann Newton. The B-Town Blog invites readers to submit their own local photography for future “Photo Friday” features.
The Burien City Council meeting on November 6, 2023, faced disruptions as councilmembers debated homelessness issues, including a proposed tiny home village and a temporary encampment. The meeting was marked by tensions surrounding the city manager's delayed communication about a critical funding deadline for homelessness aid from King County.
Homicide suspect Miguel Rivera Dominguez surrendered to the King County Sheriff’s Office on November 6, 2023, after being wanted for the fatal bus shooting of Marcel Da’jon Wagner in White Center on October 3. Prosecutors requested a $3 million bail for Dominguez, who faces charges of first-degree murder and unlawful possession of a firearm.
Burien's largest art gala, "Vision 2023," takes place on Saturday, November 18, at the Highline Seatac Botanical Garden. The event showcases local artists and features various attractions, including storytelling and figure drawing. Attendees can enjoy ample free parking and engage with the community through art.
King County has issued a 30-day notice to the City of Burien, threatening to withdraw a $1 million grant intended for homelessness efforts if a suitable location for a homeless encampment is not identified by November 27, 2023. The funding, sourced from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), was initially offered on June 7, 2023, but has faced delays due to the Burien City Council's inability to reach an agreement.
Prosecutors charged 17-year-old Miguel Rivera Dominguez with first-degree murder and unlawful possession of a firearm in connection with the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Marcel Da’jon Wagner on a Metro bus in White Center on October 3, 2023. Dominguez, who remains at large, faces a requested bail of $3 million. The incident occurred in front of around 15 passengers, with video evidence capturing the shooting.
Two power outages affected 2,275 Seattle City Light customers in Burien on November 2, 2023, starting at 12:57 p.m. The estimated restoration time is 4 p.m., and the cause remains under investigation, though wind is suspected.
A collision caused the closure of the southbound SR 509 off-ramp to S 188th Street in Des Moines on the night of October 30, 2023. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) reported that the closure is expected to be extended, with no estimated reopening time. Drivers in the area should anticipate delays and consider alternative routes.
The City of Burien is hosting a "Shape Your City" Open House on December 6, 2023, inviting community members to provide feedback on significant city planning efforts, including the Comprehensive Plan and Transportation Master Plan. This initiative aims to gather input from residents to shape the future of Burien, with interpretation services available in multiple languages. City Manager Adolfo Bailon emphasizes the importance of community feedback in refining these plans.