Good Friends & Citizens of Burien, On Wednesday, the City of Burien appeared before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in Seattle. Our attorney Matt Adams of Dentons law firm and the FAA’s attorney presented oral arguments before a panel of three judges who asked pointed questions of both sides. My
Hi Everyone, I hope this email finds you well and enjoying summer. Here’s a quick update on the latest happenings: Meeting with Adam Smith and Pramila Jayapal’s Staff Congressional Representatives Adam Smith and Pramila Jayapal asked me and our good friend and neighbor, Walt Bala, to provide a briefing regarding the Burien Turn and our
I’m often asked why I’m so gung ho about legislative action as opposed to working through issues via the SAMP (Sustainable Airport Master Plan). My flip answer is “If the Port wants me to do it? I’m immediately skeptical.” And the Port wants to drive all community issues through the SAMP. But the substantive reason
2019-03-01
Monthly city manager report covering internal city information including youth programs, community events, police initiatives, and jail facility updates. Highlights Super Bowl community event, Youth Council activities, firearm safety program, Community Police Academy, and SCORE jail facility funding and statistics.
2018-04-01
FAA categorical exclusion document for updating a Letter of Agreement between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s Air Traffic Control Tower and Seattle Terminal Radar Approach Control to automate a 250° westerly turn for southbound turboprops during north-flow operations. The automated turn would be suspended between 10 pm and 6 am in response to comments from the City
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In 'Mina's' hands, Filiberto's Restaurant brought the taste of Italy to Burien by Rob Clay A historical feature article about Filiberto’s Restaurant in Burien, Washington, focusing on ‘Mina’ and her role in bringing Italian cuisine to the community. The piece was written by Rob Clay and published in the Highline Times. It is part of
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