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A 2008 investigation by the Seattle Port Commission found ten instances of fraud in Port of Seattle contracting practices, including bid manipulation, improper payments, and contract steering to preferred vendors, though no personal financial gain or embezzlement was identified. The inquiry, which reviewed over 250,000 pages of documents and conducted 75+ interviews, also found several instances where Port staff violated laws or policies without meeting the legal definition of fraud. Additionally, some findings from the State Auditor's 2007 Performance Audit were determined to be unsubstantiated by the underlying facts.

The Port of Seattle presented its 2023–2027 Capital Improvement Program on January 26, 2023, outlining planned infrastructure investments across its Aviation, Maritime, Economic Development, and NW Seaport Alliance divisions. The presentation covered recently completed projects, projects currently underway, and upcoming projects with consulting opportunities. The Port oversees Seattle-Tacoma International Airport — the 9th busiest airport in the United States — along with cruise terminals, marinas, and cargo facilities.

The Port of Seattle Commission adopted Resolution No. 3810(AM) in January 2023, updating the rules for how much authority and spending power the Commission delegates to the Executive Director. The revision increased purchasing thresholds that had remained largely unchanged since 2009, reflecting inflation and growing operational demands, while adding stronger reporting and transparency requirements. The new Delegation of Responsibility and Authority (DORA) policy took effect April 3, 2023, and requires periodic reviews at least every five years to ensure it continues to meet the Port's needs.

The Port of Seattle's Century Agenda is a long-term strategic plan that builds on over 100 years of the Port's history of innovation and economic activity, while looking ahead to the challenges and opportunities of the next 100 years. It introduces a new mission, vision, and commitment, along with updated strategies, objectives, and regional initiatives developed in collaboration with business partners and stakeholders. The plan aims to leverage the collective power of a regional agenda to guide the Port's growth and direction into the future.

This document is a self-guided tour brochure for the Port of Seattle's working waterfront, describing its container terminals, economic impact, and environmental initiatives. It provides visitor information for two public parks—Jack Block Park and Jack Perry Memorial Park—where guests can view cargo ship operations, container handling equipment, and rail logistics firsthand. The document does not contain any content related to Sea-Tac Airport noise policy.

The Port of Seattle's Air Movement Area (AMA) Training Program Study Guide establishes safety guidelines and procedures for non-flight-crew personnel operating vehicles on the airfield at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The program covers proper radio communications, airfield markings and signage, and movement area rules, with the goal of preventing runway incursions—defined as any ground-level occurrence that creates a collision hazard with aircraft. Successful completion of the training and a mandatory test is required to receive a runway driving credential on a Port of Seattle ID badge.

The Port of Seattle's 2023 Budget document, prepared by the Finance and Budget Departments, outlines the financial plan for Port operations including Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The budget previously earned a Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2022, recognizing it as an effective policy document, financial plan, operations guide, and communications tool. Note: this document covers general Port finances and does not specifically address Sea-Tac Airport noise policy.

The Port of Seattle's 2023 Budget in Brief outlines a $5.3 billion five-year capital plan covering aviation, maritime, and economic development, with the airport receiving $4.6 billion for safety, accessibility, and sustainability improvements at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The budget prioritizes workforce investment, community equity programs totaling $19.1 million, and environmental initiatives including decarbonization efforts aimed at eliminating carbon emissions from Port-owned sources by 2040. While the document focuses broadly on Port operations and finance, it does not specifically address SEA noise policy or noise mitigation programs.