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A August 5, 2019 meeting of the StART Federal Policy Working Group gathered community representatives, congressional staff, and Port of Seattle officials to review draft legislation — the Aviation Impacted Communities Act — proposed by U.S. Representative Adam Smith, which would establish a process for noise-impacted communities near airports to form advisory boards and develop mitigation plans. Participants provided feedback on the bill, raising concerns about eligibility thresholds, FAA accountability, community board composition, and the risk of simply shifting flight paths rather than solving noise problems. The group also reviewed a Federal Advocacy Work Plan outlining their priorities and next steps for engagement.

This document summarizes a July 8, 2019 meeting of the StART (Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table) Federal Policy Working Group, held at Sea-Tac Airport. Participants, including representatives from local cities, congressional offices, and the Port of Seattle, discussed concerns about FAA noise research, reviewed priorities related to the FAA Reauthorization Act, and considered new legislation such as the Aviation Impacted Communities Act. The group also outlined advocacy strategies, including working with a national coalition, seeking federal grant funding for noise mitigation, and requesting the FAA formally respond to the WHO Europe noise study and release 2017 noise annoyance survey results.

This document summarizes a June 26, 2019 meeting of the Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART), a group that fosters cooperation between the Port of Seattle and neighboring communities affected by Sea-Tac Airport. Key topics included updates from the Aviation Noise and Federal Policy Working Groups, covering issues such as late-night noise limits, runway use agreements, and potential federal legislation. Representatives from the FAA also presented the latest research on aircraft noise and emissions, including studies on health impacts and alternative jet fuels.

The Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) met on June 26, 2019 to discuss aircraft noise and emissions research presented by FAA officials, including studies on sleep disturbance, cardiovascular health, and alternative jet fuels. The meeting also covered updates from the Aviation Noise and Federal Policy Working Groups, and introduced the Port of Seattle's new South King County Fund, which will provide $10 million over five years for community projects addressing noise, environmental health, and sustainability.

The April 24, 2019 StART meeting brought together community representatives, Port of Seattle staff, airlines, and FAA officials to discuss ongoing efforts to reduce aircraft noise around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Key updates included progress on a Revised Runway Use Agreement, plans to hire consultants to assess noise abatement procedures and airfield noise sources, and an overview of the Late Night Noise Limitation Program, which recognized Southwest, Jazz (Air Canada Express), and Spirit Airlines as top 'Fly Quiet' performers. The group also reviewed the work of a Federal Policy Working Group focused on identifying legislative priorities related to aviation noise under the FAA Reauthorization Act.

The Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) met on April 24, 2019 to discuss ongoing efforts to reduce aviation noise impacts on surrounding communities, including updates on the Revised Runway Use Agreement, a Late Night Noise Limitation Program, and plans to hire consultants for noise assessments. The meeting also featured a presentation on airspace and flight paths, covering how topography, aircraft mix, and nearby airports affect flight routes. Participants reviewed StART's five key priorities for 2019: Aviation Noise, Air Quality/Health Impacts, Future of Aviation/Mobility, Federal Policy, and Short and Mid-Term Noise Relief.

The StART (Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table) meeting held on April 24, 2019, brought together Port of Seattle representatives and community stakeholders to review aviation noise and federal policy working group updates, and receive a briefing on the Late Night Noise Limitation Program. The meeting also featured a presentation on airspace and flight paths by Port of Seattle and FAA representatives, followed by a discussion of StART's 2019 priorities and a public comment period. The group's next meeting was scheduled for June 26, 2019, at the Sea-Tac International Airport Conference Center.

The StART Aviation Noise Working Group met on April 8, 2019 to discuss ongoing efforts to reduce noise impacts on communities surrounding Sea-Tac Airport. Key topics included updates on a Late Night Noise Limitation Program targeting operations between 12am–5am, a technical analysis of Noise Abatement Departure Profiles to evaluate potential noise tradeoffs, and a proposed Airfield Noise Assessment to identify ground-level noise sources and possible reduction measures. The group also reviewed outreach efforts to airlines and discussed next steps for finalizing a Runway Use Agreement with the FAA.