Community Profile

Program Year

Initial Certification

Status

Active | In Progress

Certified Since

N/A

Habitat Locations

By City - Burien

Registered On

9/1/2011

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Burien

Burien, WA

City or Town

Population: 48000

Summary

Burien just became a city in 1993. In 2011, it annexed part of the North Highline unincorporated part of King County, to add 14,000 residents to the city's population. Burien is a diverse community, with 38 percent of the population made up by minorities. The city prides itself on having a small town flavor that supports neighborhoods, while preserving and enhancing the environment. Burien has 6 miles of Puget Sound shoreline, including popular Seahurst Park. The Salmon Creek Greenbelt is adjacent to the park.

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My Certified Wildlife Habitats

108 Habitats

My Certification Habitat Points

124 / 250

Registration Goals

40 / 40

Education Goals

50 / 40

Community Outreach Goals

65 / 50

Administration Category

55 / 20

Community Spotlight

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Planting Native Western Ferns

Volunteers planted native plants in Burien's Mathison Park

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Ranger Rick Visits Burien

Ranger Rick at the Burien Plaza

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Ranger Rick Celebrates Earth Day

Keep Puget Sound healthy by scooping and disposing of your dog's pop.