Resolution 3767 is a Port of Seattle Commission policy establishing the Duwamish Valley Community Benefits Commitment, aimed at addressing historical economic, racial, and environmental injustices experienced by residents of South Park and Georgetown along the Duwamish River. The resolution directs the Port to pursue goals in capacity building, environmental stewardship, and economic development in partnership with local community organizations. It builds on earlier Port equity initiatives, including Priority Hire, Diversity in Contracting, and Welcoming Port policies, to reduce disproportionate burdens on this historically underserved community.Open full document
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A resolution of the Port of Seattle Commission establishing the Duwamish Valley Community Benefits Commitment Policy Directive to guide implementation of the Duwamish Valley Community Equity Program. The resolution acknowledges historical environmental and economic injustices experienced by South Park and Georgetown communities along the Duwamish River, and formalizes commitments around capacity building, environmental stewardship, and economic development. It builds on prior Port resolutions addressing priority hire, diversity in contracting, and welcoming immigrant communities.