Maybe everyone over there is really happy because they have so many great choices for lunch in and around Burien everyday! Maybe it is because of the fancy new digs they get to call "work." Maybe Mike Martin, the city manager has a deal with Elliott Bay to keep the frig stocked with IPA... Or, maybe like you and I they just love our little town of Burien. Whatever the reason, let me tell you about an experience that I had recently... Kevin Gracey is a Burien resident. He owns RMC powder coating which is located in White Center. My kids race go karts and I needed one of the frames powder coated (type of paint) recently. So, I went to RMC as I have for various things in the past. In talking with Kevin, I learned that he lives in Burien and is working on a renovation project at his home. He was literally blown away at the support, attention and friendliness of the building department staff. Specifically Steven Blake, the building inspector, Dan Cruz, the electrical inspector, Kirk Gentile, the plans examiner and the support team at the counter which includes Julie Brown and Sangeyah Badu. Kevin said this team was simply amazing to work with especially in comparison to his experiences with other city/county building/planning departments. He was shocked to admit that he was actually dealing with a government agency because none of these people act like it! I am so thankful for these people and the