TagNoise(99)
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2026-05-22SAMP – the unsustainable airport master plan
A flyer criticizing the Port of Seattle’s Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), highlighting that it proposes one third more flights with no mitigation or compensation. The document announces the opening of public comment on May 22, 2026 and encourages community engagement. -
2026-05-08It all adds up SEA change – deploying underwater tech to study how noise affects marine life
Port of Seattle infographic about deploying underwater technology to study the effects of noise on marine life. Features an image of a whale fin breaking the surface with text emphasizing environmental stewardship and the cumulative impact of ocean noise. -
2026-04-28Noisequest logo
Logo image for NoiseQuest, featuring the word ‘NOISE’ in blue letters with an airplane silhouette incorporated into the design. This appears to be the branding logo for the NoiseQuest website at Penn State University. -
Airport Improvement Program Guidelines for Noise Mitigation Implementation
This document outlines FAA guidelines for implementing noise mitigation programs under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). It details requirements for developing specific guidelines covering acquisition programs, sound insulation, purchase assurance, and various implementation criteria including appraisals, market exposure, and relocation proposals. -
Summary – Areas of Agreement – Workshop #1 – Silence is Golden
A community workshop summary discussing airport improvements, compatible land use in high impact noise zones, and community concerns about Sea-Tac Airport. The document covers suggestions for making the airport more community-friendly and guidelines for appropriate land uses in noise-affected areas. -
FAA Response to Port of Seattle Noise Remedy Program Questions
FAA response providing interim answers to Port of Seattle questions about noise remedy programs, including federal funding levels, eligibility criteria, and implementation responsibilities. The letter addresses purchase assurance and sound insulation programs under the Airport Safety and Noise Abatement Act. -
Handwritten Notes – School District Responsibilities and Community Concerns
Handwritten notes discussing who will accept responsibility in various organizations (POS, King Co., FHP), questions about community plans, and concerns about aircraft noise impact on schools. Includes references to Boulevard Elementary School in Seattle and Denis High School with costs noted. -
Sea-Tac Communities Plan Community Involvement Program Summary of Newspaper Supplement Questionnaire Responses
Survey results from the Sea-Tac Communities Plan showing community responses to 11 different noise improvement program possibilities. The questionnaire asked residents about their preferences for noise mitigation solutions, whether they would remain in their homes, and what programs would best solve neighborhood problems. -
Airport Noise Remedy Update – Preliminary Program Boundaries
A comment form for an open house presentation regarding the Airport Noise Remedy Update program. The form requests public feedback on preliminary program boundaries presented for review. -
Response to Comments on Sea-Tac Communities Plan Draft Environmental Impact Statement
A response letter addressing comments on the Sea-Tac Communities Plan Draft Environmental Impact Statement, discussing revisions to Noise Remedy Program areas and explaining that the majority of petition signers have had their noise programs upgraded due to various factors including summer flight patterns and topographic inspections.