‘Insufficient’ Land Stewardship Plan passes

Tree cover in Port-owned property near airport and Auburn Mitigation area

High ideals held back by limiting only to immediate airport property Today’s Commission meeting approved the Port’s Land Stewardship Plan. Unfortunately the plan has a glaring defect: it only applies to property on the ‘triple a’, which renders it almost neutered. One member of the public described it as ‘completely insufficient’ and we must agree.

Addressing Your Questions on SEA Airport Land Stewardship Plan and Tree Replacement Standards

March 4, 2024 The Port of Seattle plays a vital role in our region’s economy, connecting us to the world and generating jobs. We also recognize the importance of safeguarding our natural environment. That’s why in July, we adopted land stewardship principles to guide our management practices, and from there, developed two strategies: the SEA