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2026-01-20
Burien Airport Committee Meeting January 20, 2026
BUSINESS AGENDA a) StART Updates: StART Day in Olympia (Jeff Harbaugh and Karen Veloria, Committee Members) – 10 minutes b) SAMP Updates: SAMP Appeal (Adolfo Bailon, City Manager and Brian Davis, Vice Chair) – 5 minutes c) Legislative Updates: SB 5652 and related developments (Brian Davis, Vice Chair) – 5 minutes d) Update on Port -
2026-01-20Burien Airport Committee Agenda
The Burien Airport Committee met on November 18, 2025, and is scheduled to meet again on January 20, 2026, to discuss ongoing efforts by the City of Burien to address Sea-Tac Airport impacts on surrounding communities. Key topics include a multi-city legal challenge to the airport's Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), state legislative developments related to Senate Bill 5652, and updates on noise mitigation funding through the South King County Fund. The committee also coordinates community advocacy through groups like StART and engages with the Port of Seattle on issues such as tree removal at Mathison Park and reforms to the port community benefit package program. -
2026-01-19SB5652 SB-4052.1 Relating to reducing environmental and health disparities and improving the health of Washington state residents in large port districts
Washington State Senate Bill 5652 establishing partnerships and grant programs to address aviation-related air pollution and noise impacts on communities near airports. The bill requires the University of Washington to assess aviation impacts and directs the state auditor to evaluate Port of Seattle’s port package programs. AN ACT Relating to reducing environmental and health disparities -
2026-01-19Senate Bill Report SB 5652 – Reducing environmental and health disparities and improving the health of Washington state residents in large port districts
Senate bill report analyzing legislation to establish processes for mitigating aviation-related air quality and noise impacts in large port districts. Creates work groups, grant programs, and directs state auditor to conduct performance audit of noise mitigation retrofits near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. -
2026-01-142026 Budget in Brief
Port of Seattle’s budget overview document covering the organization’s mission, Century Agenda goals, and table of contents for detailed budget information. Includes land acknowledgment recognizing Indigenous peoples of the region. -
2026-01-14Sea-Tac Veteran Named to Pilot Airport’s Future
Transportation By Mike Merritt January 15, 2026 The Port of Seattle did not have to look far for the next leader for the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Wendy Reiter, the airport’s long-time security director, has been named Managing Director of the Port’s Aviation Division, taking charge at one of the most critical junctures in the airport’s -
2026-01-14Is it Sea-Tac Airport or SEA?
Dyer Oxley January 14, 2026 If the Port of Seattle is successful, referencing the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as “Sea-Tac” will go the way of Qwest Field, Washington State Convention Center, and KeyArena. Locals colloquially, and perhaps lovingly, call it “Sea-Tac Airport,” but in case you haven’t noticed, the Port of Seattle really wants you to -
2026-01-13Port Of Seattle Commission Gavel Pass with Commissioner Cho
Two individuals pose together holding a ceremonial gavel in what appears to be the Port of Seattle commission chambers. Visible nameplate text includes 'Commissioner Cho' and another partially obscured nameplate, suggesting a leadership transition or swearing-in event at the Port of Seattle. -
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2026-01-06Interim answers to November 9, 1983 letter regarding airport noise remedy program
This letter from Edward G. Tatum, Manager of the FAA Airports Division, provides interim answers to the Port of Seattle's questions about federal funding and guidelines for airport noise remedy programs near Sea-Tac Airport. It outlines key details such as 80% federal cost coverage under the Airport Safety and Noise Abatement Act, eligibility criteria for sound insulation and property purchase assistance programs, and interior sound level standards based on EPA recommendations. The letter acknowledges that the FAA and Port of Seattle are breaking new ground together in developing policies that could serve as a nationwide model for noise abatement programs.