In January 2019, the City of Burien, Washington considered Resolution No. 408, which called for air quality monitoring and health impact assessments of Sea-Tac Airport operations. The resolution highlighted that air traffic had exceeded the airport's projected levels by over 30% and that no air quality monitors existed near the six closest cities to the airport. The Burien Airport Committee recommended adopting the resolution, citing concerns about residents' exposure to pollutants linked to cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other serious health conditions.Open full document
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An agenda bill from the City of Burien’s January 7, 2019 City Council meeting requesting discussion and potential action on Resolution No. 408. The resolution, drafted by the Burien Airport Committee, addresses the need for air quality monitoring and health impact assessments of Sea-Tac Airport operations. The document notes the absence of air quality monitors near the airport and cites health concerns related to Criteria Air Pollutants and Hazardous Air Pollutants generated by airport operations.