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The Port of Seattle held a public meeting on December 3, 2024 in Des Moines, WA to present highlights from the Environmental Assessment (EA) for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP). The SAMP outlines a wide range of near-term construction and expansion projects across the airport, including airside, landside, terminal, cargo, and support facilities. The meeting provided an opportunity for community members to learn about the plan's environmental findings and submit public comments.

The City of Des Moines, WA is purchasing $124,191 worth of Bird-X bird deterrent balls to cover a 32,000-square-foot stormwater detention pond at the Des Moines Creek Business Park, after the Port of Seattle notified the city in 2023 that the pond was out of compliance with FAA wildlife hazard standards. FAA Advisory Circular 150/5200-33C requires physical barriers on stormwater ponds near public-use airports—such as Seattle-Tacoma International Airport—when standing water persists longer than 48 hours and poses a risk of attracting hazardous wildlife that could interact with aircraft. The City Council approved the purchase on November 21, 2024, with costs funded through the Surface Water Management Maintenance Fund.

This is a draft Signatory Lease and Operating Agreement between the Port of Seattle and participating airlines for the operation of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, covering the period 2025 through 2034. The agreement outlines the terms under which airlines may use airport facilities including gates, terminals, airfields, baggage systems, and ticket counters, along with the associated rates and fees for each. It also establishes airline rights and responsibilities regarding capital improvements, gate assignments, and facility use at Sea-Tac Airport.

The City of Burien's 2025 Federal Agenda, prepared by the Johnston Group, outlines lobbying priorities that include pushing for reduced airport noise and emissions near Sea-Tac Airport, conducting a new SEA-TAC noise study, and securing dedicated funding for aviation-impacted communities. The agenda also seeks increased Sustainable Airport Master Plan funding and supports the FAA Reauthorization Act as key vehicles for advancing these goals. Burien's federal lobbying effort aims to build congressional relationships and align city priorities with available federal funding to address the ongoing impacts of airport operations on surrounding neighborhoods.