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The Burien Airport Committee held meetings in September and October 2021 to discuss issues related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, including a review of Burien's 2022 federal legislative priorities, an update on the Port of Seattle's delayed Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), and the appointment of Deputy Mayor Krystal Marx to King County's Joint Aircraft Emissions Technical and Community Task Force. The committee also received a presentation on Burien zoning and land use near the airport, covering the Northeast Redevelopment Area, and planned future discussions on noise insulation programs and community corridor plans.

The Burien Airport Committee held meetings in August and September 2021 to discuss issues related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and its impact on the surrounding community. Topics included a presentation on sustainable aviation fuels and noise reduction research from WSU's ASCENT center, a review of Burien zoning and land use near the airport, and an appointment to King County's Joint Aircraft Emissions Technical and Community Task Force. The committee also reviewed federal aviation policy updates and discussed stakeholder advisory roundtable activities related to Sea-Tac Airport operations.

The Port of Seattle Equity Index is an interactive online mapping tool that displays community indicators—such as race, livability, accessibility, and education—across King County, Washington. Developed by Community Attributes Inc. for the Port's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, it allows users to explore data by city, address, or custom-drawn area to better understand factors affecting equity and access to opportunity. The tool is intended to support decision-making, strategic planning, and community engagement, though it does not represent an exhaustive picture of all equity-related community characteristics.

King County's 2020 Strategic Climate Action Plan (SCAP), published in May 2021, outlines the county's strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supporting frontline communities, and preparing for climate change impacts. The plan covers areas including transportation, building energy, green infrastructure, food systems, housing, and environmental justice, with a strong emphasis on equity and community engagement. Note: this document addresses countywide climate policy and does not contain specific content related to Sea-Tac Airport noise policy.

King County's 2020 Strategic Climate Action Plan (SCAP) is a five-year blueprint outlining the county's priorities for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and preparing for climate change impacts, with a strong emphasis on racial equity and frontline communities. The plan builds on accomplishments since the 2015 SCAP, including an 11 percent reduction in per-person emissions, expanded transit ridership, and increased green building certifications. It is updated every five years and guides collaboration across county departments, cities, community partners, and residents.

King County's 2020 Strategic Climate Action Plan outlines the county's comprehensive approach to addressing climate change through three main areas: reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supporting sustainable and resilient frontline communities, and preparing for climate change impacts. The plan emphasizes equity and community engagement, particularly for historically underserved populations, and was developed with input from a Climate Equity Community Task Force representing diverse community organizations. It builds on progress made since the county's 2015 climate plan and sets targets and policies across transportation, energy, buildings, food systems, and land use.

At a March 9, 2021 City Council meeting, the City of SeaTac considered a motion to authorize an amendment to an Interlocal Agreement with King County to receive a $500,000 Conservation Future Tax Levy grant, matched equally by the City, for acquiring approximately 8 acres of surplus Washington State Department of Transportation land adjacent to Des Moines Creek Park. The acquisition aims to expand open space, improve trail access, add a new trailhead with educational amenities, and preserve forested land along a salmon-bearing stream. The City has been pursuing this land purchase since 2018 as part of its Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan.

This King County map document shows the planned alignment for Segment C of the Lake to Sound Trail, a recreational trail corridor connecting Burien and SeaTac. The 100% alignment, dated March 2021, traces the trail route along Des Moines Memorial Drive and through residential areas near Des Moines Creek, terminating near Des Moines Creek Park at S 200th Street. The map was produced by King County's Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Parks and Recreation Division.