In Burien, Washington, a significant conflict has emerged between the city's leaders and the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) over the enforcement of a controversial camping ban, leading to a potential shake-up in the city's police leadership. City Manager Adolfo Bailon is actively seeking a new police chief after KCSO ceased enforcing the anti-camping ordinance. This move comes amid escalating tensions, with Burien Police Chief Ted Boe on the brink of being ousted. Although Boe has not been officially fired, Bailon's recent actions, including sending out an email looking for Boe's replacement, signal a clear intention to change leadership. The situation has garnered support for Bailon from Burien Mayor Kevin Schilling and other officials, who have rallied around him amidst criticism and blame for recent staff departures.
HAPPENING NOW: Burien Mayor Kevin Schilling and other officials are now circling the wagons and showing a united front around City Manager Adolfo Bailon. Schilling says Bailon’s been unfairly blamed recently for several staff departures. Complicating the situation, Burien Police… https://t.co/k1vQOZXKid https://t.co/JyJNvBpZ7T
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BREAKING: It appears embattled Burien Police Chief Ted Boe is heading out the door. Boe has not officially been fired. But Thursday evening, City Manager Adolfo Bailon sent out an email saying they are looking for his replacement. https://t.co/MZ3wpiYhji
Burien City Manager Adolfo Bailon is recruiting a new police chief after the King County Sheriff's Office stopped enforcing an anti-camping ordinance. https://t.co/aLLETMvs7R
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Burien's police chief could soon be forced out, as conflict escalates between the city's leaders and KCSO over a controversial camping ban. More here: https://t.co/MWukPMy7bl