After months of testimony, shoreline residents left frustrated, saying the council’s 4–3 vote, DeVito’s participation, and lack of accountability ignored planning recommendations and public input.
After months of testimony, shoreline residents left frustrated, saying the council’s 4–3 vote, DeVito’s participation, and lack of accountability ignored planning recommendations and public input.
Burien City Council launches 2026 by electing new leadership. Reactions to the new Mayor and Deputy Mayor were mixed. Financial troubles are a current challenge for the council.