2025-11-18
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The Burien Airport Committee held meetings in October and November 2025 to discuss issues related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, including updates on a multi-city interlocal agreement, a Port package letter, and the FAA's finding of non-significance on the NEPA study for the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP). The committee also addressed legislative priorities, community engagement strategies, and coordination with neighboring cities such as Des Moines regarding airport noise and expansion concerns. Members voted to invite a SEPA process representative to a future meeting to further discuss potential impacts on the surrounding community.
2025-01-21
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The Burien Airport Committee met on January 21, 2025, to discuss issues related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, including updates on the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), state legislative developments, and regional coordination efforts through bodies like STAC4J and StART. The agenda also included a proposal to amend the committee's composition. Draft minutes from the December 17, 2024 meeting reflect earlier discussions on the SAMP comment process and a multi-city response coordinated under an existing Interlocal Agreement.
2026-06-22
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written and submitted by a verified resident. It represents the opinion of the author, and does not necessarily reflect the views of South King Media or its staff.] Dear Neighbors: You will have the chance this week to engage with personnel from the Port of
2025-06-19
Airport group makes important recommendation to Burien City Council At their June 17 meeting the BAC voted 5-0 to make the following recommendation to their City Council. Port package program revamp (resolution) The City of Burien believes that, as currently structured, the Port of Seattle’s “Port Package” replacement program is a failure. Hundreds of homeowners,
2025-06-17
The Burien Airport Committee held its regular meeting on June 17, 2025, covering topics related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's impact on the surrounding community, including subcommittee reports on committee priorities, a possible University of Washington economic impact study, and an update on the Port of Seattle's noise insulation (Port Package) program for affected homes. Draft minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting were also included, noting discussions about how flight-path properties are assessed for value and Chair Moore's home being selected for a noise eligibility test. Public comments could be submitted in advance by email or provided in person and via Zoom during the meeting.
2025-06-17
The Burien Airport Committee held its regular meeting on June 17, 2025, covering topics related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's impact on the surrounding community, including subcommittee reports on committee priorities, a possible University of Washington economic impact study, and an update on the Port of Seattle's noise insulation (Port Package) program for affected homes. Draft minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting were also included, noting discussions about how flight-path properties are assessed for value and Chair Moore's home being selected for a noise eligibility test. Public comments could be submitted in advance by email or provided in person and via Zoom during the meeting.
2025-04-15
The Burien Airport Committee held a meeting on April 15, 2025, to welcome new members, discuss the committee's workplan and legislative agenda, and review updates from the StART Committee and Highline Forum regarding Sea-Tac Airport issues. Draft minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting were also presented for approval, noting outgoing member thanks and a recap of a presentation made to Des Moines City Council on forming their own airport committee. Public comments could be submitted by email or in person via Zoom or City Hall attendance.
2025-04-15
The Burien Airport Committee held a meeting on April 15, 2025, to welcome new members, discuss the committee's workplan and legislative agenda, and review updates from the StART Committee and Highline Forum regarding Sea-Tac Airport issues. Draft minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting were also presented for approval, noting outgoing member thanks and a recap of a presentation made to Des Moines City Council on forming their own airport committee. Public comments could be submitted by email or in person via Zoom or City Hall attendance.
2025-03-18
The Burien Airport Committee met on January 21, 2025, and was scheduled to meet again on March 18, 2025, to discuss issues related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's impact on the surrounding community. Key topics included updates on the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) and potential FAA appeals, state legislative developments such as SB-5652 and a proposed airport mitigation bill, and efforts to encourage neighboring Des Moines to form its own airport committee. The committee also worked on developing a workplan to guide its ongoing advocacy around airport noise, environmental concerns, and community mitigation measures.
2025-03-18
The Burien Airport Committee met on January 21, 2025, and was scheduled to meet again on March 18, 2025, to discuss issues related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's impact on the surrounding community. Key topics included updates on the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) and potential FAA appeals, state legislative developments such as SB-5652 and a proposed airport mitigation bill, and efforts to encourage neighboring Des Moines to form its own airport committee. The committee also worked on developing a workplan to guide its ongoing advocacy around airport noise, environmental concerns, and community mitigation measures.
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