Burien resident Jeff Kearney will be honored by the city of Burien at Burien City Hall on Monday, May 3 at 7 p.m. for his endless hours of service to the city and his survival despite the odds.

The victim of a hit-and-run in White Center last November, Kearney was in a temporary coma, suffering from brain trauma, multiple broken bones and other injuries.

His recovery slowly continues over the months as he fights to relearn to walk and perform basic daily functions.

Kearney has worked for years as part of Burien Team Clean Sweep, which is part of the nonprofit Discover Burien Association, keeping the city free of debris and trash.

A familiar face around Burien and White Center, he has volunteered untold hours at community events, ranging from the Father's Day Car Show to Winterfest. Kearney helped out at regularly performing a variety of tasks at Burien's Farmers Market and for the Discover Burien.

The special needs 37-year-old will be honored with an official city proclamation during the Burien City Council meeting May 3.

The meeting will start at 7 p.m. in the council chambers on the first floor of the joint Burien City Hall and Burien Public Library building at 400 S.W. 152nd St., Burien.

The driver of the hit-and-run vehicle has not been caught. Discover Burien is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the responsible person.

Anyone having information should contact the King County Sheriff's Office at 206-296-3311 or 911.