Seattle Southside RTA concerned with King County Exec’s new tax proposal
By Scott Schaefer King County Executive Dow Constantine on Wednesday (May 23) announced a proposal that would change the intended allocation of lodging tax dollars away from the local tourism industry, beginning in 2021. Constantine is proposing to shift money previously promised to support tourism promotion – first passed in 2011 as ESSB 5834 – and re-direct funds to non-marketing activities, and this has some local leaders concerned. Constantine's proposal would reallocate tax revenues away from the tourism biz and towards arts programs, museums, workforce housing, transit-oriented housing development and services for homeless youth. Lodging taxes would also be allocated to two regional public facilities districts – Safeco Field and ...
VIDEO: Watch our sneak peek video tour of Burien’s new PCC Community Market
On Tuesday, May 22, we were lucky enough to be invited to a special media sneak preview of the brand new PCC Community Market located at the Five Corners Shopping Center at 15840 1st Ave South, in the spot where Albertson's/Haggens was located. The new store – PCC's first located south of Seattle – had its official grand opening Wednesday morning, May 23, and is now open daily from 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. Here's our 15+ minute tour, recorded "live" and broadcast on our Facebook Page (to see our future live videos, be sure to "Like" our page here): [embed]https://youtu.be/SE7VB54c9Ao[/embed] Burien PCC is officially ...
Local Artist/Filmmaker Gevin Booth’s Art featured in Olde Burien storefront
Local Artist/Filmmaker Gevin Booth (pictured above) has his artwork on display in Olde Burien at the storefront located at 826 SW 152nd Street, in the space most recently occupied by the Burien Arts Gallery. Gevin is an award-winning artist, filmmaker, writer, musician and actor currently living in South Park. Included in his exhibition are selections from his “A to A” series of acrylic paintings. "Forms and shapes are created using one continuously linked black line, exemplifying the interconnectedness of humanity and nature." Many of our Readers may recall Gevin's short film 'The Burien Exchange' from the 2015 Burien Film Festival: [embed]https://youtu.be/wV6k8EfPeA0[/embed] CONTACT: [email protected] / 206-769-9762 ...
Burien Council endorses Metro changes to Ambaum Blvd. for RapidRide H Line
By Jack Mayne After a long discussion and the third Burien City Council presentation by Metro Transit on proposed changes to permit the start of RapidRide H Line ended Monday (May 21), when the Council voted 5 to 2 for the significant changes and upgrades on Ambaum Boulevard SW. Opposed were former Mayor Lucy Krakowiak and Councilmember Bob Edgar. Councilmember Pedro Olguin wanted to postpone the decision but got no Council support. No Burien money Burien’s Public Works Director Maiya Andrews and Jerry Roberson, King County Metro project manager, again discussed the somewhat controversial changes on Ambaum Blvd. to accommodate the proposed Rapid Ride H ...
Bobbleheads, Donuts, Pirates & Baseball – Highline Bears plan a summer of fun
By Payton Dineen Highline Bears Broadcaster The 2018 Highline Bears season is nearly underway – first pitch is at 7:05 p.m. on Friday, June 1 – which also means a summer full of fun events and giveaways for the whole family. Fans will have various opportunities throughout the season to bring home promo items while showing their support for the team. “We pride ourselves on being a fun and exciting place you can bring the entire family without breaking the bank. Taking a family of four or five to the movies costs at least $60 once you count in popcorn and drinks. You ...
Historic Highline High entrance to be rebuilt with original brick and terra cotta
The new Highline High School (HHS) will reopen in the fall of 2021 with its grand main entrance reconstructed using the original brick and terra cotta, Highline Public Schools announced Monday, May 21. The historic entrance will be the main entry to the new school and front office, opening to the Commons and the two academic wings in the new design. Community members learned about this and more at last Thursday night's Ask-the-Architect meeting. The planning and design of the new building is the result of intensive collaboration between Bassetti architects, Highline High School staff and a design review committee comprised ...
Highline Schools Foundation awards nearly $200,000 in scholarships
The Highline Schools Foundation announced this week that they awarded nearly $200,000 in scholarships to graduating students in Highline Public Schools this year. "A critical goal of the foundation is to help students succeed in school and beyond," David Baisch, Highline Schools Foundation President-Elect, said. "We try to do everything we can to make college a reality for many of our district's well-deserving students." Scholarship recipients and their families attended a scholarship reception last week where they got to meet some of the scholarship funders and Highline Schools Foundation trustees, Highline Public School Superintendent Susan Enfield and Highline Public Schools Board President ...
VIDEO: City of Burien holds Community Meeting on Eagle Landing Park
On Thursday, May 17, the City of Burien held a Community Meeting about Eagle Landing Park at City Hall to discuss issues about the failed stairs, as well as listen to public comments. The meeting – held one night after a resident-driven one – included a presentation from Parks Director Steve Roemer on the current status of the stairs, the park's history, area geology, issues of concern and options being considered. City Manager Brian Wilson served as host, with geotech consultant Galan McInelly and Public Works Director Maiya Andrews also present. There was also extensive public comment from residents, including John White, who ...
Darla Green, Debi Wagner file for 34th District State Senate position
Friday, May 18, was the deadline for candidates to file for Washington's 34th state senate district – most recently represented by retiring Democrat Sen. Sharon Nelson – and some familiar local names have tossed their hats into the ring. A primary election will be held Aug. 7, 2018, with the top two vote-getters moving onto the general election Nov. 6. The 34th district represents Burien, White Center, West Seattle and Vashon Island, and – far as we know – four of the 11 candidates have local ties: Republican Darla Green Independent Debi Wagner Democrat Lois Schipper Democrat Joe Nguyen EDITOR'S NOTE: So far, The B-Town Blog has only ...
New Soap Box Derby races will speed down SW 152nd Street on Sat., June 16
Applications are coming in for the newest addition to Strawberry Days – the Soap Box Derby Races – and organizers are hoping residents will rev up their engines for this fun new event. In its inaugural year, the new Derby races will be held on Saturday June 16, starting at Noon. "This event is for anyone and everyone who wants to have fun time racing your fellow community members, including kids, adults, businesses, and groups. Find a crew or start a team and get building!" The first heat will be held at high Noon on Saturday on SW 152nd Street, starting just west of ...
Seattle Southside RTA concerned with King County Exec’s new tax proposal
By Scott Schaefer King County Executive Dow Constantine on Wednesday (May 23) announced a proposal that would change the intended allocation of lodging tax dollars away from the local tourism industry,... [Read more]
B-TOWN BIZ: Mary’s Place buys former Lakeside Milam property
Local non-profit Mary’s Place has purchased the former Lakeside Milam property located at 12845 Ambaum Blvd. SW for $5 million, according to King County property records. Mary’s Place will... [Read more]
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Open Houses: Burien, Des Moines, West Seattle, Regal Heights
Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate will be holding several Open Houses this weekend! The first is a move-in ready, one-level Burien home featuring a partial view... [Read more]
Road rage believed to be cause of drive-by shooting in Tukwila Thursday
From our sister site The Tukwila Blog: Tukwila Police are reporting that a drive-by shooting on I-405 – just south of I-5 in Tukwila – injured a victim in the arm and blocked two lanes of the freeway... [Read more]
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Jemil’s Big Easy Food Truck bringing Nola style to Top Hat this Sat., May 26
One day only – this Saturday, May 26 from Noon – 5 p.m. – Chef Jemil is cooking up all the faves in ‘Jemil’s Big Easy’ Food Truck, which will be parked at 160 S. 108th Street... [Read more]
Burien Park’s ‘Great Day of Play’ will be Saturday, June 30
Burien Park’s ‘Great Day of Play’ will be held on Saturday, June 30, 2018, from 10 a.m. – Noon at Moshier Community Art Center. SUMMER IS HERE… LET’S GET OUT & PLAY! Event... [Read more]
Memorial Day Plant Sale will be at Soos Creek Botanical Gardens May 25-28
There will be four BIG Days – from Friday, May 25 to Monday, May 28 – to select from this year’s plants at the Memorial Day Plant Sale at Soos Creek Botanical Garden & Heritage Center in... [Read more]
Jessica Sullivan selected to be Captain for Burien Police Department
Jessica Sullivan has been selected to be the Burien Police Department’s next Captain, the city announced on Wednesday, May 23. Her first day will be June 16, 2018. Sullivan has 19 years of experience... [Read more]
Amendment funding noise mitigation for Highline School District passes house
On Wednesday, May 23, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee Adam Smith offered an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, to provide for noise mitigation for the Highline School... [Read more]
VIDEO: Watch our sneak peek video tour of Burien’s new PCC Community Market
On Tuesday, May 22, we were lucky enough to be invited to a special media sneak preview of the brand new PCC Community Market located at the Five Corners Shopping Center at 15840 1st Ave South, in the spot... [Read more]
REMINDER: FREE Family Fun Run & Scavenger Hunt is TONIGHT!
REMINDER: Burien’s annual Family Fun Run & Scavenger Hunt is TONIGHT – Wednesday, May 23 – from 5:30 – 8 p.m. at Town Square Park. FREE Scavenger-hunt style race for runners and walkers... [Read more]
Local Artist/Filmmaker Gevin Booth’s Art featured in Olde Burien storefront
Local Artist/Filmmaker Gevin Booth (pictured above) has his artwork on display in Olde Burien at the storefront located at 826 SW 152nd Street, in the space most recently occupied by the Burien Arts Gallery. Gevin... [Read more]
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Burien Council endorses Metro changes to Ambaum Blvd. for RapidRide H Line
By Jack Mayne After a long discussion and the third Burien City Council presentation by Metro Transit on proposed changes to permit the start of RapidRide H Line ended Monday (May 21), when the Council... [Read more]
‘Meet and Greet’ with new Highline High Co-Principals will be Tuesday, June 5
A ‘Meet and Greet’ for the public to meet Highline High School’s new Co-Principals is set for Tuesday, June 5, for 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the school cafeteria. Clint Sallee and Tremain Holloway will... [Read more]
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Local puppy possibly poisoned by pot
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The B-Town Blog nor its staff:] Sunday afternoon, my 10-month old puppy... [Read more]
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Advertiser Center Tool Rentals asks: ‘Have you mowed yet?’
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Learn about Tenants Rights at free workshop in Spanish Sat. at Burien Library
Know your rights as a tenant! Do you have questions about your deposit? Negligence of repairs to your depa? Discrimination or harassment by the manager? Eviction threat? Come to the Burien Library, where... [Read more]
Burien home part of illegal pot growing operation busted by Feds in raid
Last week, investigators executed search warrants at 17 different Puget Sound area locations – including a home in Burien – and a commercial property in New Jersey, in connection with an internationally... [Read more]
Burien Pride expands with Friday Night Bingo on Friday, June 1
The second annual Burien Pride festival, sponsored by Blissful Knead and Kaiser Permanente, will take place in Burien Town Square Park on Saturday June 2, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with FREE admission... [Read more]
Bobbleheads, Donuts, Pirates & Baseball – Highline Bears plan a summer of fun
By Payton Dineen Highline Bears Broadcaster The 2018 Highline Bears season is nearly underway – first pitch is at 7:05 p.m. on Friday, June 1 – which also means a summer full of fun events and giveaways... [Read more]
Some SeaTac officials object to Burien Mayor Matta siding with residents of Firs
From our sister site The SeaTac Blog: By Jack Mayne Burien Mayor Jimmy Matta created a small controversy when he wrote a letter to the King County Superior Court judge presently considering an appeal of... [Read more]
Historic Highline High entrance to be rebuilt with original brick and terra cotta
The new Highline High School (HHS) will reopen in the fall of 2021 with its grand main entrance reconstructed using the original brick and terra cotta, Highline Public Schools announced Monday, May 21.... [Read more]
Highline Schools Foundation awards nearly $200,000 in scholarships
The Highline Schools Foundation announced this week that they awarded nearly $200,000 in scholarships to graduating students in Highline Public Schools this year. “A critical goal of the foundation... [Read more]
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