Burien’s battle with King County
A homeless encampment in Burien during the week of March 11th, 2024. (Photo courtesy of KOMO News)
THIS EPISODE OF THE NORTHWEST POLITICAST: The City of Burien and the King County Sheriff’s Office are at odds over how to handle the homeless. The Burien City Council has enacted one of the strictest bans on public camping which could result in the arrest and jailing of those living on the streets. Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall says she will not enforce it. We’ll have the latest.
PLUS: Why some rural Washington counties are resisting additional election security.
AND: A new wave sports starts a seeking elected office.
Guests include Burien Mayor Kevin Schilling, Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, Ferry County Commissioner Bob Dean, and legal analyst Royal Oakes.
The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.
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A homeless encampment in Burien during the week of March 11th, 2024. (Photo courtesy of KOMO News)