In 1990, the Port of Seattle's Port Commission passed Resolution No. 3062, endorsing an agreement reached by the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Noise Mediation Committee after 18 months of study by community representatives, airlines, pilots, the FAA, and airport users. The agreement established a Noise Budget and Nighttime Limitations program aimed at reducing aircraft noise levels by at least 50% by 2001 compared to a 1989 baseline, while also expanding the existing Noise Remedy Program to insulate more homes and remove financial burdens from homeowners. The resolution authorized the Executive Director to implement the agreement's terms, including revising airport regulations, entering noise limitation agreements with airline tenants, and installing a Noise Management System to monitor compliance.Open full document
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Resolution by the Port Commission of the Port of Seattle endorsing the agreement reached by the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Noise Mediation Committee after 18 months of study. The agreement establishes a Noise Budget, Nighttime Limitations Agreement, expanded Noise Remedy Program, and a Noise Abatement Committee to reduce aircraft noise impacts in the Puget Sound region. Implementation is expected to reduce 2001 aircraft noise levels by at least 50% from the August 1989 baseline.