Letter to the Editor: DESC is Not a Positive Addition to Burien
A resident of Burien has expressed concerns about the DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) in the city, stating that it is essentially a "drug den" and "just a better tent" for those in need.
DESC in Burien is a drug den. Essentially, it is just a better tent.
The author questions the return on investment for Burien taxpayers, asking if the center provides effective treatment for substance abuse and helps individuals become contributing members of society.
- Treatment for substance abuse
- Becoming a contributing member of society
The author suggests that if the center only provides temporary shelter, there may be other locations that could offer similar services at a lower cost to taxpayers.
The author emphasizes the importance of setting SMART goals (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound) in planning, along with rationalizing these goals and documenting their implications.
Author's summary: Resident criticizes DESC in Burien as ineffective.