Harris – Steinbrueck 20201021

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Thank you for your email of October 9th regarding the funding of remedies for previously installed noise mitigation packages. We appreciate your interest in this topic and the concern for area property owners. would like to take this opportunity to address a what appears to be misconception in your communications regarding implementation of HB 2315 and previously installed sound insulation, and adoption of Port Commission Motion 2020-04. The Commission’s vote to approve Motion 2020-04 on February 25, 2020 expressed our intent to accelerate the remaining Part 150 sound insulation projects. That is clearly stated in the introduction to the motion, and in the majority of our conversation regarding this topic. While there was discussion regarding “failed” prior noise insulation, that was not part of the motion that was adopted, and the Commission has not directed staff to pursue such a program. On March 9, 2020 I understand that you reached out to Executive Director Metruck regarding the subject of failed noise insulation packages. Executive Metruck asked that you speak with Port staff, which you did on April 21, 2020 and again around August 15, 2020, in advance of talking with him on August 19, 2020. In all three conversations the Port has communicated the challenges related to COVID-19’s impact on funding and budget priorities, the priority set by Commission to accelerate and complete our Part 150 obligations (as outlined in Motion 2020- 04), and the need for information to help inform what the size, scope, and budget for a new…

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