This document summarizes a August 26, 2020 virtual meeting of the StART (SEA Stakeholder Advisory Round Table), a group representing communities, airlines, and the Port of Seattle around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Key topics included strategies for improving community engagement such as quarterly videos and social media outreach, an update on the Federal Policy Working Group's advocacy priorities including noise insulation funding and supersonic aircraft noise standards, and a report from the Aviation Noise Working Group noting a rise in late-night cargo flights exceeding noise thresholds due to increased e-commerce activity during COVID-19.Open full document
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Meeting summary from the SEA Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) held on August 26, 2020 via video conference. Topics covered included community engagement strategies, an update on the Federal Policy Working Group Advocacy Plan, a recap of the Aviation Noise Working Group, and a discussion of the updated timeline for the Sustainable Airport Master Plan. Key discussions included proposals for quarterly videos, infographics, and educational opportunities for elected officials.