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12 COMMUNITY Crystal Alaniz
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Animal Shelter Relies on the Dedication
of Volunteers
Building Powerful Partnerships Between
Parents and Schools
16 ENVIRONMENT
Clean Sweep
EDITOR’S NOTE
CommuniTrees Boost Burien's Urban Forest
BY THE TIME YOU ARE
New Law Requiring Composablele Food Serviceware
Products Reduces Waste and Protects the Environment READING THIS ISSUE of
Burien Magazine, state of
18 PARKS, ARTS & CULTURE Washington voters will be
getting ready to vote in the
Seven Nonprofits Provide Vital Services
for Burien Community presidential primaries. While
New Event Offers Exclusive Peek Inside engaging with national issues
the Studios of Burien Artists such as presidential elections is
important, it’s just as vital that
BURIEN RECREATION GUIDE individuals also engage with
their local communities.
19 RESOURCE GUIDE In this issue, we offer a
guide for how to engage with
21 POLICE your city government, your
Public Safety is a Team Effort public schools, and your police
Save a Life: Learn CPR! and fire departments. We
Neighborhood Block Watch Strengthens Community also highlight the stories of
and Fights Crime
volunteers who are instrumental to the success of some of our
24 Español most popular events, how to help our local animal shelter take
care of the animals in their charge, and how ordinary individuals
30 Tiếng Việt who are trained in CPR and AED are a critical part of our
emergency medical response system.
This is your community and the involvement of people like
you are what contributes to Burien’s quality of life. If you would
like to learn more about how to get involved, reach out to me at
Cover Picture communications@burienwa.gov.
The Burien Farmers Market
opens May 7. Emily Inlow-Hood
PHOTO CREDIT:
Communications Officer &
ELSTON HILL/CITY OF BURIEN Burien Magazine Executive Editor
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CITY MANAGER | CITY HALL BURIEN MAYOR
Jimmy Matta • Mayor
jimmym@burienwa.gov
Krystal Marx • Deputy Mayor
krystalm@burienwa.gov
RETAINING THE VALUE OF BURIEN’S NONPROFIT
ARTS AND SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS operating out of the
Burien Community Center Annex and the end-of-life condition CITY COUNCIL
of this building have recently been top of mind for many in the Sofia Aragon • Councilmember
sofiaa@burienwa.gov
community. Following notification on December 2, 2019 of the
condition of the Annex through a Council commissioned report Cydney Moore • Councilmember
cydneym@burienwa.gov
from MENG Analysis, the priorities of the City of Burien have been:
Pedro Olguin • Councilmember
• safety for tenants, children, staff, and visitors of the Annex, now pedroo@burienwa.gov
and into the future;
Kevin Schilling • Councilmember
• managing the overall risk and liability to the City based on the kevins@burienwa.gov
current condition of the building; and
Nancy Tosta • Councilmember
BY BRIAN J. WILSON, • through the Annex Tenant Support Team, ensuring the nancyt@burienwa.gov
CITY MANAGER sustainability of the nonprofit tenants (during the transition and
brianw@burienwa.gov for the long term) with support and assistance. CITY HALL
The Annex Tenant Support Team has been working for the
(206) 241-4647
past two months to find new locations for the seven nonprofits currently leasing space in the burienwa.gov
Annex. Council provided direction to extend month-to-month leases with a maximum term
of six months ending July 31, 2020. Six of the seven nonprofits operating out of the Annex CITY OFFICES
have signed these short-term, month-to-month leases. City Manager’s Office • (206) 248-5508
After conducting extensive research and networking, including input from tenants, the
Community Development
Annex Tenant Support Team presented locations to all the tenant organizations that could Planning Division • (206) 248-5510
fit their programming needs. Dozens of potential locations and co-location opportunities Building Division • (206) 248-5520
were presented, and staff from the nonprofit organizations are considering their options. Staff Permit Center • (206) 248-5520
from the City of Burien, Small Business Development Center, Seattle Southside Chamber of City Attorney • (206) 248-5531
Commerce, and Discover Burien have been helping with site location and technical assistance.
Economic Development
While some of the organizations have found new short-term locations, others still need (206) 248-5528
help. Even the organizations who have been able to relocate successfully still need long-term
City Clerk • (206) 436-5578
support to ensure their service to the community can both grow and thrive. We encourage
the community to reach out to these organizations and learn ways you can support each Human Resources • (206) 248-5504
organization’s mission. Human Services • (206) 439-3166
If you have ideas for ways to support these organizations, contact the Annex Tenant Parks, Recreation and
Support Team at annexsupport@burienwa.gov. Cultural Services
These seven nonprofits, just like the approximately 150 nonprofits that also serve our Burien Community Center
14700 6th Ave. SW
Burien community, play an essential role in contributing to the health and quality of life for (206) 988-3700
our residents and our community. The City of Burien is committed to working in partnership BurienParks.net
with these organizations now and into the future. Safety, managing the overall risk and
Moshier Art Center • (206) 242-7752
liability to the City, and the continued work of our Annex Tenant Support Team remain the
priorities moving forward. Burien Police Department
14905 6th Ave. SW
Your feedback is valued and appreciated. Please let me know your thoughts and how the Admin 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon–Fri
City can better serve you. (206) 477-2200
Abandoned Vehicle Hotline
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(206) 205-0969
Public Works • (206) 248-5521
Community Center &
Senior Program • (206) 988-3700
14700 6th Ave SW
City Job Line • (206) 248-5534
Report an issue online at
burienwa.gov/reportissue
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CITY HALL | CITY COUNCIL
CouncilMESSAGE
B
urien has three new coun- City Manager to extend the leases for
CITY COUNCIL cilmembers —Sofia Aragon, tenants of the Burien Annex Building
Cydney Moore, and Kevin until the end of July 2020, with the
Schilling—and they started their option of a month-to-month lease up to
terms, and their very first Council July 2020. This decision was made after
meeting, with one of the toughest a lengthy discussion and consideration
situations the City has faced in the of the significant amount of public
last few years. On December 9, 2020, feedback received.
the City announced it was closing the The Annex is more than simply a
Burien Community Center Annex, a public building. It is home to seven
building the City of Burien has owned nonprofits that provide vital services
since 1993, because inspections found to the community, including arts
significant concerns with the structural performances and programming,
Mayor Jimmy Matta Deputy Mayor Krystal Marx
krystalm@burienwa.gov integrity of the building. services and programs for children
jimmym@burienwa.gov
On January 6, 2020, we directed and families, meals and programs
the city manager to engage in further for seniors, and essential services for
testing for pollutants in the facility. people experiencing homelessness. As
On January 17, 2020, we convened a Council, we recognize the value these
an emergency meeting to discuss the organizations bring to the community.
results of that testing. After reviewing Many of these organizations have
results of that testing we directed the received funding through the City of
Pedro Olguin
pedroo@burienwa.gov
Cydney Moore
cydneym@burienwa.gov
ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, PROCLAMATIONS
ORDI NA NCE S RE SO LUTI O NS
Ordinance 709 • Restricting the Use and Sale Resolution 419 • Supporting the Adoption
of Non-Compostable Food Service Products of a Clean Fuels Standard
Ordinance 719 • Modification to the Criminal Resolution 420 • Adopting an Updated
Code Related to Animal Cruelty Version of the King County-Cities Climate
Ordinance 720 • 2020 Property Tax Levy Collaboration Joint Letter of Commitments
and Affirming the City’s Commitment to
Ordinance 721 • Surface Water Management Undertake Climate Action Planning in 2020
Rates
Resolution 421 • Authorizing Transfer of
Kevin Schilling Nancy Tosta Ordinance 722 • Commercial Parking Tax Funds Collected Under the Provisions of
kevins@burienwa.gov nancyt@burienwa.gov
Ordinance 723 • 2019-2020 Biennial Budget Washington State House Bill 1406 and City
of Burien Ordinance 714 to the South King
Ordinance 724 • Zoning Code Amendments Housing and Homelessness Partners
Relating to Single-family Land Uses in
Multifamily Zones and Accessory Dwelling P R O CL A MATI O NS
Units Regulations
Proclamation • Declaring November 11,
Ordinance 725 • 2019 Comprehensive 2019 as Veteran’s Day in Burien
Plan Amendments
Proclamation for Councilmember Austin Bell
Ordinance 726 • New B&O Tax Model
Proclamation for Councilmember
Ordinance 727 • New B&O Tax Administrative Lucy Krakowiak
Sofia Aragon
Rules
Proclamation for Councilmember Bob Edgar
sofiaa@burienwa.gov Ordinance 728 • Final Plat Approval: Reserve
at Sunnydale
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BUSINESS LICENSES | CITY HALL
MAYOR AND
DEPUTY MAYOR
ELECTION
Jimmy Matta was elected to serve
a second, two-year term as mayor and
ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS!
Krystal Marx for a one-year term as NEW ONLINE BUSINESS LICENSING In early June 2020, the Washington
deputy mayor. Both Matta and State Department of Revenue’s Business
SERVICE STARTS MAY 21, 2020
Marx were elected to Burien City Licensing Service will send you a
Council in 2017. Starting May 21, 2020, you will be license renewal letter with instructions
able to apply for and renew your Burien on how to renew your City of Burien
Matta owns a local construction business license and other state licenses business license.
firm and serves on several community at the same time and in one place! For more information, including how
boards. Marx is the executive The new system will allow you to much you will need to pay in fees and
director of Seattle Pride. apply or renew online, saving you time specific deadlines for filing, go to
Burien is a council-manager form of and bookkeeping costs. burienwa.gov/businesslicense.
government. Other members of the
relief
Council elect both the mayor and
deputy mayor. Mayors serve two-year
terms and deputy mayors serve
one-year terms; both can serve an
unlimited number of terms.
TAX
REFORM
Burien Human Services Fund and
Arts and Culture grants, as well as
steeply discounted rent, for years.
However, we also have a duty
to make sure we are protecting
the safety of our residents and the
City’s long-term financial health.
No one knows tax reform
During the emergency meeting, we better, or gets you more,
directed the City staff to conduct
repairs to address immediate health than Block.
and safety issues in the buildings,
but to not exceed $25,000 unless
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY,
Council authorizes the repairs. The
CALL OR COME BY
long-term plans for the facility will
be explored in the coming year. IN NORTH BURIEN
While there has been some 12003 DES MOINES MEMORIAL DR S
success in finding help for the (206) 267-1975
organizations affected by the
closure (see City Manager’s IN DOWNTOWN BURIEN
message), all of these organizations 160 SW 152ND ST
could use the community’s support (206) 246-4592
as they weather this difficult
transition. As councilmembers,
we will do what we can to provide
support for these organizations.
SPRING 2020 | 5
CITY NEWS | HOW TO ENGAGE
CONNECT
BY EMILY INLOW-HOOD,
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
ENGAGE THERE ARE MANY WAYS
TO PARTICIPATE AND
ENGAGE WITH YOUR CITY
INFLUENCE
GOVERNMENT. If you are
interested in affecting how laws
get made, reaching out to your
councilmembers is the best way
to influence policymaking,
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN YOUR LOCAL GOVERNMENT including budget decisions.
MEET YOUR CITY COUNCIL
1. Email council@burienwa.gov. Please note that any written correspondence
with the Council becomes a public record and will get published online in
Correspondence to Council.
2. Attend a meeting and make public comment. If standing in front of a group of
people makes you nervous, you can always provide written comment.
3. Watch City Council and Planning Commission meetings on either Channel 21
(Comcast) or online at burienwa.gov/tv.
4. Many councilmembers are open to meeting for coffee or coming to your church
group or other organization’s events. You can always send an email or call the
individual councilmembers to connect (burienwa.gov/councilcontact).
5. Council is also advised by advisory boards and commissions (see page 8) made
up of residents like you. They research, analyze, and discuss topics such as
human services, arts, parks and recreation, land use, economic development, and
airport issues. All advisory board meetings are open to the public.
CONNECT WITH THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY STAFF
The Burien City Manager can respond to your questions or concerns about
the operations of the City of Burien. Burien’s current city manager is Brian J. Wilson.
You can contact him at brianw@burienwa.gov.
City staff manage different aspects of the City’s services. If you want to report an
issue, such as graffiti or a pothole, you can either call City Hall at (206) 241-4647
or report the issue online at burienwa.gov/report. You can also contact departments
directly by either calling Burien City Hall or by sending an email to a specific
department. You can find department emails at: burienwa.gov/departments.
CONNECT WITH THE BURIEN POLICE AND
FIRE DEPARTMENTS
From Community Police Academy to Community Emergency Response Team
certification, there are many ways to learn more and engage with your local
police and fire departments. If you would like your neighborhood to have a more
formal relationship with the police department, consider forming a neighborhood
block watch (see page 23) or hosting a National Night Out event. Learn more at
burienwa.gov/publicsafety.
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ATTEND A PUBLIC MEETING
There are a number of public meetings
held throughout the year on specific ARE YOU READY FOR
projects and programs. For example, there ANOTHER RECORD-SETTING
were public meetings and workshops held
to inform the Burien Urban Center Plan
HEATWAVE THIS SUMMER?
and rental housing policies passed in 2019. Glendale Heating and Air Conditioning can
install a new A/C unit or heat pump to help
STAY INFORMED
Keep up to date on news from the City
you BEAT THE HEAT.
of Burien, including notifications of Trusted professionals since 1938.
public meetings and openings on advisory CALL today for a free estimate.
boards. You can also follow us on Facebook,
Twitter, or Instagram. Reading the Burien
Magazine and checking out the website
(burienwa.gov) will also help you stay
informed. Both the B-Town Blog and West-
side Seattle, two local news outlets, cover
news about your local government.
Don’t believe everything you read on
social media. While social media has
broadened access to information in a 206.243.7700
mostly positive way, it has also enabled the
rapid spread of misinformation. Check the
source of the information you’ve heard, and
when in doubt, reach out to City staff to
see if a rumor is true. Our communications PROUD MEMBER OF THE
staff can help answer your questions. Email MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION
communications@burienwa.gov.
“Warm and happy customers since 1938”
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SPRING 2020 | 7
CITY NEWS | ADVISORY BOARDS
Advisory Boards Help Plan the
Future of Our Community
BY EMILY INLOW-HOOD, n ARTS COMMISSION
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER The Arts Commission's role is to advise and make recommendations to the City Council regarding
artistic activities within the City. The Arts Commission reviews applications for Arts and Culture Grants and
public art projects. Council reviews their recommendations and provides final approval. View current Arts
ADVISORY BOARDS ARE AN Commission board members at burienwa.gov/artscommission.
ESSENTIAL WAY FOR LOCAL In 2019, the Arts Commission started plans for the second signal box public art project, hosted an
GOVERNMENTS to engage the artist meet and greet event at the Highline Heritage Museum, reviewed 2020 Arts and Culture Grant
community in the democratic applications, and provided recommendations to Council on grant allocations.
process. Advisory boards study
issues important to the community MEETINGS: When: 6:30 – 8 p.m. • Fourth Tuesday of the month (No meeting in July & December)
they serve, take in public testimony, Where: Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave SW, Burien, WA
perform independent research,
and review staff reports and n BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP
recommendations. The advisory board The Business and Economic Development Partnership (BEDP)’s role is to advise and make
members discuss, analyze, develop, recommendations to the City Council regarding economic development in Burien. View current BEDP
and forward recommendations to members at burienwa.gov/bedp.
the City Council. Board members In 2019, the BEDP provided recommendations to Council on an implementation plan for aesthetic
volunteer their time to help plan the improvements to 153rd Street to occur in 2020, identified several industry sectors to focus targeted
future of their communities. business attraction efforts in the coming year, held business roundtable discussions to facilitate feedback
Burien has five advisory boards on various Council priorities, and started study and discussion of strategies for encouraging economic
and commissions and one Council development in the Boulevard Park commercial core.
committee. Members are appointed
MEETINGS: When: 7:30 – 9 a.m. • Second & Fourth Fridays
by City Council and serve four-year (Meeting dates can change; please check calendar on burienwa.gov.)
terms. Advisory board meetings Where: Burien City Hall, 400 SW 152nd St, Third Floor, Miller Creek Conference Room
are open to the public. Planning
Commission meetings are broadcast
online and on Channel 21. n PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
This spring, the Council will be The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's role is to advise and make recommendations to the
selecting new board members for City Council regarding recreational programming and the acquisition, promotion, improvement,
open positions. Congratulations to maintenance, and use of City parks. View current Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members at
all the incoming board members and burienwa.gov/parksrecboard.
thank you for your service! In 2019, the Parks and Recreation Board contributed more than 70 volunteer hours supporting free
community events and reviewed the City’s adopt-a-park program
(Next Page) In November, BEDP met at MEETINGS: When: 6:30 – 8 p.m. • Third Wednesday of each month
Taqueria 2 Patrillos, a Boulevard Where: Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave SW
Park restaurant, to discuss economic
development in the neighborhood.
PHOTO CREDIT: CITY OF BURIEN.
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ADVISORY BOARDS | CITY NEWS
n PLANNING COMMISSION
The purpose of the Planning Commission is to provide guidance and direction to the City Council
on Burien's future growth through review, analysis, and recommendations regarding the City's
Comprehensive Plan and related land use documents. View current Planning Commission members at
burienwa.gov/planningcommission.
In 2019, the Planning Commission provided recommendations to Council on revisions to regulations
for accessory dwelling units, the Burien Urban Center Plan, updates to the temporary sign code, revisions
to the zoning code that would encourage multifamily development in multifamily zones, and a pilot
program for affordable housing demonstration projects. They also started a discussion about how to
provide for different housing types such as townhomes, duplexes, or triplexes in single-family zones.
MEETINGS: When: 7:00 p.m. • Second and fourth Wednesdays of the month
Where: Burien City Hall, 400 SW 152nd St, Council Chambers
n HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
The Human Services Commission advises Council on issues related to human services.
• Identify and assess the human services needs in the city
• Recommend priorities and approaches to address human services needs within the city
• Review human services funding requests submitted to the City and make funding
allocation recommendations
• Review performance of human services agencies and programs that are funded by the City
MEETINGS: When: 6:30 – 8 p.m. • Second Wednesday of the month
Where: Burien City Hall, 400 SW 152nd St, Third Floor, Miller Creek Conference Room
n BURIEN AIRPORT COMMITTEE
The Burien Airport Committee provides guidance to Council on topics related to the airport, including:
• Positive and negative impacts of the airport to the Burien community
• Land use issues and interlocal agreements
• Mitigation of airport impacts
• Recommendations on ways to protect residents from negative impacts, and ways for residents and
businesses to take advantage of positive airport impacts
In 2019, the Burien Airport Committee provided recommendations to Council which resulted in the
adoption of three resolutions and various letters to state, federal, and Port of Seattle representatives
related to airport growth, safety, noise, and health impacts. They recommended suspension of Burien’s
participation in the Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) until revisions can be made to make
StART more collaborative and productive. The Burien Airport Committee also provided helpful information
in support of the City’s lawsuit with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on the Categorical Exclusion
to the 250 degree turboprops turns over Burien, and to other studies occurring.
MEETINGS: When: 6:00 p.m. • Third Tuesday of the month
Where: Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave SW, Burien, WA 98166
SPRING 2020 | 9
CITY NEWS | NEW COUNCILMEMBERS
WELCOME NEW
COUNCILMEMBERS
BY EMILY INLOW-HOOD, COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
SOFIA ARAGON, CYDNEY MOORE, AND KEVIN SCHILLING WERE ELECTED IN 2019 TO BURIEN
CITY COUNCIL. They will be serving four-year terms, and their first council meeting was January 6, 2020.
Each brings their own unique perspective to the position. If you didn’t get to meet them on the campaign
trail, here’s your opportunity to get to know your newest councilmembers a little better.
experience and expertise to shape public strong schools and access to health and
SOFIA ARAGON policy. Strong public policy creates oppor- social services.
tunity for all. As a registered nurse and Aragon has served on numerous state-
attorney, she worked in Olympia for over a wide advisory committees under Governors
decade to advocate for affordable and acces- Locke, Gregoire, and Inslee. She currently
sible health care, protecting public health, serves on the board of the Washington Low
workplace safety, and ensuring differing Income Housing Alliance to help solve the
opinions are included in the development homelessness crisis and ensure affordable
of public policy. housing for everyone.
She moved on to be the executive direc- With a public school foundation, she
tor of the Washington Center for Nursing, earned her first degree from the Univer-
a private nonprofit organization focused sity of Washington with a bachelor of arts
on building a strong and diverse nursing in economics. She went on to receive a
“I am committed to making sure Burien is workforce. In this role she works with bachelor of science in nursing from Seattle
a safe, healthy, and inclusive place where my business and education leaders to build a University and a law degree from Loyola
family and residents both new and old can health workforce our communities need. University-Chicago.
call home for a lifetime.” While Burien is moving forward on plans Her hobbies include playing tennis
Sofia Aragon lives with her husband in for more growth, she believes planning and traveling with her husband and
Burien. Aragon’s passion is to apply her should include community needs such as stepdaughter.
lation is healthy, happy, and thriving, and I social media and digital marketing
CYDNEY MOORE will work to accomplish this by making sure management and consulting, web design,
their interests are always well-represented at and sales. In 2011 she launched her own
the local level. I am dedicated to making our digital media start-up, which grew into a
city a clean, safe, sustainable, and inclu- successful small business. Moore has also
sive place for all. I enjoy collaborating with spent time working as a freelance writer
others to pursue these shared goals, because for the B-Town Blog, covering happenings
I know that together we can build a brighter in Burien, and launching a series profiling
future for Burien!” local shelter pets.
Cydney Moore moved her family to Moore has been a leader in the nonprofit
Burien in 2013, and immediately fell in sector for over a decade. She serves on the
love with the natural beauty, rich diversity, Board of Trustees of the Burien Arts Asso-
and vibrant culture of the city. Since that ciation, has served as a Lead Organizer for
“My priority is to improve the quality of time, she has been actively involved in ACLU Burien People Power, Co-coordi-
life for all who live, work, and do business the community, including working with nator of the Burien/White Center Migra
in Burien. I believe our people deserve a various local organizations and nonprofits. Watch Team, and spent several years on
community that supports their needs, while Moore has been a journalist and editor, the steering committee of the statewide
offering opportunity for growth and devel- with a background focused on politics. nonprofit Sensible Washington, during
opment. My focus is ensuring Burien’s popu- Her other professional experience includes which she helped create and operate the
10 | BURIEN MAGAZINENEW COUNCILMEMBERS | CITY NEWS
campaigns for multiple city and statewide Severe Weather Shelter, and more. two children, meandering through Burien’s
initiatives, as well as crafting legislation in She went to Lane County Commu- downtown core, and exploring its many
Olympia. She has also spent time vol- nity College and is certified through the unique neighborhoods. She loves meet-
unteering with the Community Visions Community Emergency Response Team ing new people, learning new things, and
Network, the People’s Harm Reduction (C.E.R.T.) program from Puget Sound hanging out with any kind of animal. She
Alliance needle exchange program, Burien Regional Fire Authority. is also enthusiastic about Burien’s many
C.A.R.E.S., Burien Clean Sweep, Burien Moore enjoys spending her free time cuisines, and is always on the lookout for a
PRIDE Festival, the King County Count with family and friends, especially going on new vegan eatery or menu option.
Us In annual homeless count, the Burien outings in the city’s various parks with her
13 at the Highline Performing Arts Center Public Policy and Public Service.
KEN SCHILLING where he worked as a stagehand. From Over the last 15 years, he has served in
there, he bussed dishes at Mick Kelley’s leadership roles with the Hugh O’Brian
Irish Pub and 909 Coffee and Wine. In the Youth Leadership Seminar, Alternatives to
summers, he ran summer camps at local Violence of the Palouse, Young Americans
Catholic grade schools. In 2012, he was a Theatre Company, 5th Avenue Theatre, and
UFCW 21 represented courtesy clerk at the Seattle International Film Festival.
PCC. After community college, he taught Currently, he works as the Pastoral Assis-
English in afar-Western Nepal. tant for Youth Ministry at St. Francis of
He worked for State Representative Assisi Parish.
Kathy Haigh in 2014 and was a legislative His hobbies include boxing, film, theatre,
session aide to the Governor in 2015. road trips, trying new food, history books,
At WSU, he served in the student body board games, and spending quality time
government as a senator and was a senior with friends and family.
“My values and vision for the city are intern at the Thomas S. Foley Institute of
to prioritize development of quality of life
for working families, children, and senior
citizens; incentivize planning and zoning
that allows for more business; provide out-
standing public safety strategies and support
for public safety professionals; maintain
our natural resources and work toward
improving our city’s sustainability efforts;
and regionally plan to keep Burien open for
infrastructure investment. I’m excited to take
this journey with you. Never hesitate Accepting New Patients
to make your voice heard. Let’s build a
better Burien.” for a Unique Dental
Kevin Schilling is a fourth generation Experience
King County resident and third generation
Highline area resident. He was born We offer a full line of
in Swedish Hospital in 1994 (along
Cosmetic treatments
with his twin sister) to a working class
Boeing household. along with Sedation
He attended St. Francis of Assisi School Dentistry and General
from 1999 to 2008 and graduated from Dental care.
Aviation High School in the Highline
School District in 2012. In the fall of 2012,
he started community college at South
Seattle Community College. He graduated
summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa from
Washington State University in history
with a concentration in politics in 2017. In
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May 2019, he completed a dual M.A./M.Sc. 1800 SW 152nd Street, Suite 201
from Columbia University and the London
Burien, WA 98166
School of Economics and Political Science.
He started his working life at the age of www.kennerdentalgroup.com
SPRING 2020 | 11COMMUNITY | VOLUNTEERS
PHOTO CREDIT: EDGAR LOPEZ-BAEZ
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT:
Edgar Lopez-Baez Brings Culture and Family
Together at Burien Community Center
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BY RIO FERNANDES, COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
he Día de los Muertos my Latino culture to the community Museum accepted the award for their
celebration in Burien center. It was very important to me,” outstanding efforts on the event.
is one of Burien’s most said Lopez-Baez. “I always wanted to “Edgar puts his whole heart into not
popular events, drawing see more events with people from just this event, but everything he does
Burien residents and my culture, so I knew this was a great for Burien,” said Gabbi Gonzales,
visitors from around opportunity to find it.” recreation coordinator for the City of
the state to come and celebrate Since he’s been volunteering for Burien. “With this event and his work
the tradition of honoring and so long, Lopez-Baez has done a in general, he always goes above and
remembering ancestors and family. little of everything for the event. He beyond. He’s always looking out not
The Mexican holiday, translated has helped create altars and other just for the Latino community, but the
to “Day of the Dead,” is focused on fixtures, provided food, assisted with Burien community at large.”
friends and family gathering together setting up the event, and has gone For Lopez-Baez, his passion for the
to pray and remember those that around the community to spread the Día de los Muertos event comes from
have died and helping support their word about the event and recruit knowing how important this event has
spiritual journey. volunteers. He also began working become to the families in Burien.
Drawing hundreds of people to the with Spanish-language radio stations “It’s a chance to bring all these fam-
Burien Community Center, this event to help promote the event. ilies together and show the different
can’t happen without the work of City The Washington Recreation and cultures that make Burien special,” he
staff and volunteers. One volunteer, Parks Association awarded the Día said. “It’s all about family and letting
Edgar Lopez-Baez, has been volun- de los Muertos event a Program people know that we won’t forget our
teering at Día de los Muertos for more Excellence Spotlight award in 2018. loved ones that have passed.”
than five years. Lopez-Baez and Nancy Salguero
“I knew I wanted to bring some of McKay of the Highline Heritage
12 | BURIEN MAGAZINEVOLUNTEERS | COMMUNITY
Animal Shelter Relies on the If you are interested in
becoming a Burien C.A.R.E.S.
Dedication of Volunteers volunteer, contact them
to sign up for one
of their orientation sessions
BY EMILY INLOW-HOOD, “It's really up to the individual volunteer's
at (206) 812-2737 or
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER strengths or interests, and our particular
learn more at buriencares.org.
needs at any given time,” said Hughes.
AS A SMALL COMMUNITY SHELTER, It’s not just the animal shelter that bene-
Burien CARES. relies on volunteers to help fits from the volunteers’ time and effort.
with day-to-day shelter operations, animal “For many, there's the immediate
care, and special events. Volunteers are all benefit of school or court credit, plus
ages—from high school kids to retirees. the satisfaction of giving your time and
CARES also accepts court-ordered commu- energy to help animals in need and give
nity service volunteers, high school students back to your community,” said Hughes.
with senior class service requirements, and “Depending on what they do and how long
just ordinary community members with a they're here, volunteers can gain a variety
desire to help animals in need. Sometimes, of practical skills and experience working
whole families come in together to help! with and taking care of animals, customer
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. service, etc. And the therapeutic and health
All volunteers are required to participate benefits of interacting with animals are
in an initial orientation session, as well as well documented. We like to think Burien
subsequent on-the-job training for nearly CARES volunteers are just a little bit Alan Christensen, a Burien CARES volunteer, holds
every part of shelter operations. happier, healthier, and more well-adjusted a kitten who was recently adopted.
“We have volunteers who are looking to than the average citizen!” PHOTO CREDIT: CITY OF BURIEN
gain experience for a career in an animal-
related field, and others who just love animals
and want to help out,” says Alexander
Hughes, Lead Animal Control Officer/Shelter
Operations. “We rely daily on our awesome 20 20
crew of volunteers to help keep the shelter
ship-shape and running smoothly and the Golf Membership is now in Perfect Vision
GLEN ACRES
animals happy and healthy.”
Volunteers can do a variety of things to
help including answering phones, help-
ing customers, walking dogs, cleaning cat YOUR AFFORDABLE
kennels, doing the dishes or laundry, or other
NEIGHBORHOOD GOLF CLUB
special projects. For example, if they have a
large number of dogs, Burien CARES may
need extra help with walking, feeding, and
cleaning kennels.
• Visit Glen Acres Friday-Sunday, May 1-3
for our Preview to Membership Weekend.
• Family, Couples & Individual Memberships
with dues starting at only $179 per month!
• Year-Round Adult & Youth Learn and Play
programs open to members and guests.
• Play 18-holes in three hours instead of five.
• Indoor Impact Zone practice and play golf
center on-site.
Ashley Hell, a Burien CARES volunteer, holds an Visit GLENACRESGOLF.COM or call (206) 244-3786 for more information.
older cat looking for his forever home. 1000 S 112th Street, Seattle 98168
PHOTO CREDIT: CITY OF BURIEN.
SPRING 2020 | 13COMMUNITY | SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT
Building Powerful Partnerships
BY EMILY INLOW-HOOD,
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER AND BETWEEN PARENTS AND SCHOOLS
CATHERINE CARBONE ROGERS,
HIGHLINE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
D
If you’re a busy
parent, attending
an evening school
event might feel
like a stretch at
the end of a long
day. Or maybe you work nights
and can’t attend PTA meetings
or curriculum nights. You remind
yourself you are your child’s best
advocate but wonder if there are
other ways to engage with your
child’s education.
In Highline Public Schools, you
have a menu of options for con-
necting with your child’s teacher,
Families attend an iReady
school, and district leaders. event at Cedarhurst Elementary.
PHOTO CREDIT: HIGHLINE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
• Building Powerful Partnerships Between Parents and Teachers
Each Highline school is unique and has family engagement opportunities
geared to its community. Check out your school’s website and social media to
find out what’s happening. Your school might offer Family Art Fridays or Coffee,
Tea, or Atole with the Principal. Some schools have parent-teacher organizations
(including but not limited to PTA) that support school needs and provide a net-
work for families learning to navigate the school system. Elementary schools have
family liaisons dedicated to connecting families and schools.
Take a look through Highline’s Family Engagement Catalog
(highlineschools.org/familyengagement), which lists different types of family
engagement activities. If you see something you would like to bring to your
school, talk to your teacher or family liaison about ways to make it happen.
• Creating a Culture of Family Engagement
“We want parents to engage with schools in ways that work for them,” says
Lolita O’Donnell, Director of Family and Community Partnerships.
O’Donnell and her team of family engagement specialists and family liaisons
support a culture of family engagement throughout the district. Her team trains
teachers in strategies for communicating and building relationships with
families and creates opportunities for schools and parents to partner in their
child’s development.
One example is the district’s Parent University for families of kindergarteners
and students new to Highline Public Schools. The program prepares parents to
navigate a new and unfamiliar school system.
14 | BURIEN MAGAZINECENSUS | COMMUNITY
“Parent University is a stepping
stone to future engagement
opportunities,” said O’Donnell. “My
team is working with parents and
community organizations to put
systems in place so families feel
welcome to have conversations at the
school level.”
• Influencing Policy
and Programs
For those who want to influence
broader school issues like district
policy, new curriculum, or other major
decisions, there are several ways to
get involved. Parents and community
members can attend a school board
meeting and make public comment.
They can email their elected school
board directors directly (highline-
schools.org/about/school-board).
Census Day is April 1
EVERY TEN YEARS SINCE 1790, THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HAS
Seats open up annually on the CONDUCTED A CENSUS—a count of every person living in the United States.
Capital Facilities Advisory Committee On April 1, the U.S. Census Bureau will begin the 2020 census. Information on
(CFAC), which guides school how many people live in a household, whether you rent or own your home, and
renovation and rebuilding projects. more will be gathered. This information will be used to paint a portrait of our
Committees are formed to provide nation and our communities.
input on new curriculum, as needed. Census data is used not only to determine the number of representatives in
One of the most influential bodies Congress. It is also used to determine how much of your federal tax dollars flow
is the Superintendent’s Family back to Burien, in the form of health benefits like Medicaid, funding for school
Action Committee (FAC), made up lunches, PELL grants for college, and transportation funding used to maintain
of parent representatives from every and improve our local streets and infrastructure. Census data also helps your
school in the district. FAC works government, local nonprofits, schools, and businesses better understand our
directly with the superintendent to community.
bring family voice to district-level It’s important that everyone be counted. An undercount could mean that
decision-making.
millions of federal dollars don’t make their way back to Burien. It means you and
FAC members represent the diver-
your community are less visible to the people whose duty it is to serve you. It
sity in the Highline school commu-
could also mean our state has less of a voice in Congress.
nity, including parents of children
So when you get the envelope from the U.S. Census Bureau in the mail, make
with special needs, those whose first
sure you respond. You can fill out the ten questions online, by mail, or by phone.
language is not English, and families
You and your family matter!
experiencing homelessness.
Find more info at burienwa.gov/census2020 or call (206) 241-4647.
FAC member Fred Swanson
says when families are involved, Español p. 24 / Tiếng Việt p. 30
schools are more student-centered
and culturally responsive. “Getting
to know our kids' teachers and
administrators, sharing our HOW WILL THE U.S. CENSUS BUREAU PROTECT MY PRIVACY?
excitement and our concerns, asking The U.S. Census Bureau is required by law to protect any personal information they collect
questions–all of this makes our and keep it strictly confidential. The Census Bureau can only use your answers to produce
schools stronger and ensures that our statistics. In fact, every Census Bureau employee takes an oath for life to protect your personal
kids are able to be successful.” information. Your answers cannot be used by law enforcement, be shared with your landlord, or
The Family Action Committee will determine your eligibility for government benefits. Even your address is confidential.
begin looking for new members this By law, your census responses cannot be used against you by any government agency or
April. Go to highlineschools.org/FAC court in any way—not by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), not by the Central Intel-
to learn more. ligence Agency (CIA), not by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and not by U.S.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Español p. 25 / Tiếng Việt p. 31
SPRING 2020 | 15ENVIRONMENT | COMMUNITREES
CLEAN SWEEP
It’s time again to help beautify Burien during Discover Burien’s annual Clean
Sweep. The event starts at the Burien Fire Station, located at 900 SW 146th St.,
beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2020. Volunteers will pick up litter,
eliminate graffiti, and sweep sidewalks throughout the Burien community.
Volunteers will enjoy a complimentary breakfast and a hot dog lunch,
and each will receive a ticket for a chance to win prizes and giveaways. Winners
will be announced at the end of the event! The top prize this year
is a bicycle!
Please come out this year and help make Burien a cleaner, brighter, and more
sustainable community. Learn more at discoverburien.org.
CommuniTrees Boosts Burien’s Urban Forest
BY ALI LOCKHART, FORTERRA
HEALTHY FORESTED PARKS RESIDENTS MUST: COMMUNITREES
AND GREEN SPACES HAVE Be a resident of Burien, SeaTac, or PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:
THE POWER TO STRENGTHEN Des Moines and agree to plant their tree • Help selecting the right tree.
NEIGHBORHOODS, provide safe in their yard (not in a right of way or at • A free tree.
another location). • A watering bag and mulch for your tree.
access to nature, and benefit the
• Take the online quiz to determine • Training on proper planting and care.
environment. Without a coordinated
which of the six available trees are right • Ongoing care reminders.
effort to restore and care for our forests, for your yard. Forterra will contact you once you’ve
we are at risk of losing many benefits • Register online before March 15, 2020. registered and let you know with which
these forests and natural areas provide. • Pick up your tree on March 28 from tree you’ve been matched. Details about
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. the pickup will be available to registered
INCREASING TREE COVER • Agree to plant, water, and care for your participants and will be sent via email.
STARTS AT HOME! tree and take on all future maintenance
Learn more at burienwa.gov/communitrees.
Did you know 50 percent of the tree of the tree.
cover in SeaTac, Des Moines, and Burien • Renters must have agreement from
grows in yards and on private land? their landlord.
CommuniTrees is a program of the Green
Protecting and helping increase tree cover
Des Moines, Green SeaTac, and Green
starts at home. In support of this, residents
Burien Partnerships. It is funded by the Port
in Burien, SeaTac, and Des Moines are
of Seattle through the Airport
eligible to receive one free tree (per
Community Ecology Fund.
household) to plant in their yard.
The first pick-up event will be on
Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. –
2 p.m. in Burien.*
*There will be another round
of trees available in fall 2020.
The pick-up location will
be in the southern part
of SeaTac or in
Des Moines.
16 | BURIEN MAGAZINECOMPOSTABLES | ENVIRONMENT
New Law Requiring Compostable Food
Serviceware Products Reduces Waste and
Protects the Environment
S
tarting January 1, 2021, a Approximately 8.8 million tons Only nine percent of the plastic
new law goes into effect of plastic pollution flows into the produced to date has been recycled,
restricting the use of world’s ocean each year, and this and annual recycling rates in the U.S.
single-use plastic food amount is expected to double by have stagnated at this rate for the last
serviceware in Burien. 2025. Non-compostable food service decade. The costs associated with the
This law was passed to products don’t readily biodegrade. use and disposal of non-compostable
reduce the growing amount of single- Instead, they break down into smaller food service products create a burden
use plastic waste that ends up in our particles that seep into the soil or on our solid waste disposal system.
landfills and in our environment. are carried into our creeks and into Single-use plastics that end up as litter
Puget Sound, posing a critical threat clog up stormwater drains maintained
to animal life. by the City of Burien.
Here are five things you need to know about the new law.
1. This law applies to businesses, such as restaurants, grocery stores,
home delivery, street carts, and coffee shops, and the food serviceware
products they offer their customers. It does not require residents to
purchase compostable products for personal use.
2. Compostable products must be made from materials that can completely
break down. See burienwa.gov/compostables for details on materials
that are allowed.
3. The types of products it restricts include: Styrofoam takeout containers,
plastic-lined takeout containers, plastic to go cups, plastic utensils, and
any other food service product that is not compostable.
4. Products that are exempt from this law include: pre-packaged foods,
ARE YOU A BURIEN
catering trays, produce bags, clear food wrap and shrink wrap, containers
BUSINESS AND NEED HELP for uniquely shaped foods such as deviled eggs and cupcakes, hot meat
GETTING READY FOR item containers, and straws.
THE NEW LAW? 5. Businesses can ask for a one-year waiver for a specific food service
product if the business can prove that stopping use of a restricted
The City of Burien has a team product would cause an undue hardship.
of people ready to help
businesses get ready for when Español p. 27 / Tiếng Việt p. 33
the new law goes into effect on
January 1, 2021.
All Points Yarn OPEN
The City will be hosting an TUE - SAT
information session and 10 - 5
Yarns, Needles & Hooks, Patterns & Books, SUN - MON
other education opportunities Buttons, Classes & Demos, and More CLOSED
in 2020.
Your Neighboring Des Moines Yarn Store
CONTACT
communications@burienwa.gov
to get on a list to be notified
of these events. 21921 Marine View Drive South Des Moines
(206) 824-9276 www.allpointsyarn.com
SPRING 2020 | 17PARKS | NONPROFITS
Seven Nonprofits Provide Vital Services
for Burien Community students ages 3 and up. They will finish out
the 2020 season at the Highline Performing
Arts Center, but are still looking for their
From providing local theater to high-quality arts and educational experiences permanent home. Visit hi-liners.org for ways
for children and families and essential safety net services for people to help.
experiencing homelessness, the organizations that have worked out of the Para los Niños fosters academic success
for every Latino student in the Highline area
Annex are part of the heart and soul of Burien. through parent and community involve-
ment. Their programs range from play and
THE CITY OF BURIEN ANNOUNCED help support them. Council has authorized learn opportunities for young children to
ON DECEMBER 9, 2020 that the Burien leases on a month-to-month basis ending advocacy training for parents. Last year they
Community Center Annex (“the Annex”) on July 31, 2020. provided kindergarten readiness for 82 Bur-
would need to be closed because of critical ien children, provided homework support
issues with the buildings structure, and the HOW YOU CAN HELP!
and academic support for 112 Burien youth
risks those issues posed to people in the Burien Actors Theatre (BAT) is celebrat- in a culturally bilingual setting that honors
building. Seven nonprofits who provide vital ing its 40th season of theater at the Annex and strengthens their Latino heritage, and
services to the Burien community were told with humorous, well-written, and profes- provided 174 parents English as a Second
that the City would not be renewing their sional quality productions that, according to Language classes to advance their involve-
leases, which ended on December 31, 2019. Maggie Larrick, BAT’s Managing Director ment in the school system and create more
Understandably, this created a hardship “take the audience into perspectives they economic security. They will be operating
for the organizations that currently lease might not otherwise explore.” A 2017 study out of the Annex until the end of their lease.
space in the building. The Annex is more shows BAT brings approximately $140,000 Visit plnwa.org for ways to help.
than just a building. From providing local annually into the Burien economy above Transform Burien provides essential ser-
theater to high-quality arts and educational and beyond ticket sales. BAT has a long his- vices for people experiencing homelessness,
experiences for children and families and tory of partnering with local businesses and including a meal program, clothing bank,
essential safety net services for people expe- nonprofits to help the local economy. They and co-location of King County and City
riencing homelessness, the organizations will complete Rocky Horror Picture Show of Burien funded mobile health services
that have worked out of the Annex are part and The Good Farmer at the Annex, but they and showers. They will be operating out of
of the heart and soul of Burien. are still looking for a long-term home. Visit the Annex until the end of their lease. Visit
While some of the organizations have burienactorstheatre.org for ways to help. transformoutreach.org for ways to help.
found new locations, others still need help. Hi-Liners Musical Theatre is a children’s Meals on Wheels delivers food for
Even the organizations who have been able theater program that serves children and homebound seniors in our community. Last
to relocate successfully still need long- youth from Burien and South King County, year, their volunteer drivers delivered 13,856
term support to ensure their service to the training the next generation of actors. meals to 72 Burien home bound seniors.
community can both grow and thrive. We Starting with one show per year in 1966, They will be operating out of the Annex
encourage the community to reach out to they have grown to a full season of produc- until they find a new location or before the
these organizations and see how you can tions, classes, workshops and camps for end of their lease. There is no disruption of
service expected. Visit soundgenerations.org
for ways to help.
New Event Offers Exclusive Peek Inside the
Burien Cooperative Preschool is a
beloved local preschool that has been in
Studios of Burien Artists operation for 65 years. They will be operat-
ing out of the Annex until they find a new
BURIEN OPEN STUDIOS Date: May 2–3, 2020 • Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. location or before the end of their lease.
Location: Artist studios in Burien. A map will be published in April. Visit burienco-op.org for ways to help.
Journey Arts and Crafts provides art
Burien Open Studios is a free, two-day, self-guided tour of artist’s studios in the city of Burien
classes for community members. Those
and the surrounding neighborhoods. This event gives you the chance to go behind the scenes to
classes will now be held in Discover Burien’s
experience the work of Burien’s professional creative community right on your doorstep. Come
maker space. Contact kitsmo2@comcast.net
and meet the local painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramicists, and makers in Burien. The
for ways to help.
event includes live demonstrations, art exhibits, Q&As, art sales, and a lot more!
The Burien Arts Commission is working with City of Burien staff and local artists to host this If you have ideas for ways to support
event. Learn more about Burien Open Studios at burienwa.gov/openstudios. these organizations, contact annexsupport@
burienwa.gov.
18 | BURIEN MAGAZINE2020 Guide to
Human Services
Providers
ANEW • Pre-Apprenticeship Training Domestic Abuse Women’s Network Institute for Family Development
(206) 381-1384 (DAWN) • 24-hour Crisis Line, Shelter Parents and Children Together
High quality training, employment navigation, Services & Advocacy (253) 874-3630
and supportive services to enter the Confidential phone line In-home family counseling to improve
construction industry. (425) 656-7867 parenting skills, child behavior and overall
24-hr, 7 days a week support for victims family functioning.
Asian Counseling and
of domestic violence in crisis and needing
Referral Services
Whole Health Oriented Mental Health
immediate resources. Confidential shelter and King Co. Bar Association
advocacy services for victims and their children English (206) 267-7090
(206) 695-7591 as well as education for the community.
In-language services for Asian Pacific Islander
individuals living with chronic mental illness by Housing Justice Project
HealthPoint Spanish (206) 267-7091
combining Eastern and Western approaches. Primary Medical & Natural Medicine
Walk-in clinic located in King County Superior
Catholic Community Services (206) 277-7200
Courthouses providing free legal assistance to
Emergency Assistance Midway Dental low-income residential tenants facing eviction.
(253) 850-2523 (206) 870-3600 Monday – Friday: 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. /
Emergency financial assistance to support Health/dental services for low-income, Maleng Regional Justice Center
basic needs, including shelter, rent, utilities and uninsured, and other residents on a sliding Monday: 3:45 – 5:00 p.m./ Downtown
local transportation. scale fee. Medicaid, Medicare, and private Courthouse
Fridays 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. insurance accepted.
King County Bar • Pro Bono Services
Child Care Resources Highline Area Food Bank Neighborhood Legal Clinics
Information & Referral 18300 Fourth Ave. S., Burien (206) 267-7070
(206) 329-5544 (206) 433-9900 Provides 30 minutes of free legal advice with
Childcare information and referral services Provides food bank services and referrals. attorneys regarding civil issues at one of 39
to parents; provides technical assistance and Tuesdays from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. clinics throughout King County. Clinics in both
workshops to providers. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. general and specialty areas are available.
2nd Tuesday of every month 5:30 p.m.
Children’s Therapy Center to 7:00 p.m. King County Major Home
(253) 854-5660 Repair Program
Therapy services for ages birth to eighteen with Hospitality House (206) 263-9095
developmental delays and disabilities. Women’s Shelter Program Major home repair for the Burien’s low-and
(206) 242-1860 moderate-income residents on a grant and/or
Crisis Clinic A nine-bed emergency shelter for homeless loan basis.
Community Info Help Line • Call: 2-1-1 women. Services include case management,
King County Sexual Assault Resource
24-Hour Crisis Line • (206) 461-3222 food, social and life skills, employment support,
and advocacy. Center • Sexual Assault Services
Website • www.crisisclinic.org 1 (888) 998-6423
Teen Link • (206) 461-4922 Crisis intervention, information, therapy,
and advocacy to victims of sexual assault
all ages; 24-hour crisis line; prevention and
education services. Services provided in English
and Spanish.
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