In this April 1983 letter to Port of Seattle Commissioners, a community representative reminds officials of their commitment to 'Maximum Compatibility' between Sea-Tac Airport and surrounding neighborhoods, as established through the Sea-Tac Communities Plan (STCP) begun in 1972. The letter emphasizes that citizens were promised a direct, continuing role in planning decisions—including land acquisition for safety zones and noise reduction programs—through a formal Community Involvement Process. The author calls on the commission to honor that commitment as they enter a new noise remedy program update that will reassess density guidelines near the airport.Open full document
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A letter addressed to Port of Seattle Commissioners reminding them of the community’s pact for ‘Maximum Compatibility’ between Sea-Tac Airport and surrounding neighborhoods, as established through the Sea-Tac Communities Plan (STCP). The letter references the Community Involvement Program, FAA density guidelines, the North Sea-Tac Park Master Plan, and an upcoming noise remedy program update. The author emphasizes the community’s ongoing role in the planning process and the protection of residents adjacent to proposed program areas.