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The Port of Seattle outlined an environmental review schedule for the NTP (Noise Trajectory Program) at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, spanning 2018 to 2019. Key steps included public scoping meetings held in September 2018 in cities such as Des Moines, Seattle, Federal Way, and Sea-Tac, followed by environmental analysis and the release of draft and final NEPA/SEPA documents through late 2019. Community members could submit scoping comments by September 28, 2018, via the project website, email, mail, or in person at scoping meetings.

This 2018 Port of Seattle report examines the economic impact of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which ranked as the 9th busiest U.S. airport with 46.8 million passengers in 2017. The airport directly supported 19,100 on-site jobs and $5.6 billion in economic activity, while generating a total of $22.5 billion in economic activity and 151,400 jobs across Washington state when multiplier effects are included. The report also highlights the airport's role as a key trade gateway, including the export of Washington-grown cherries and other goods to global markets.

The Port of Seattle's Aviation Division presented its 2019 Business Plan and Budget Preview on June 26, 2018, outlining the process for translating long-term strategic goals into annual budgets and staffing plans. The presentation covers strategic priorities, anticipated budget needs, and staffing requirements for 2019, all grounded in the Port's broader Century Agenda framework. The planning process spans multiple time horizons, from a 5–10 year vision down to annual implementation through business plans, budgets, and performance plans.

In June 2018, the Port of Seattle notified the cities of SeaTac, Burien, and Des Moines that its single-family sound insulation program would resume that summer for eligible homeowners near Sea-Tac Airport. The Port's program manager, C&S Engineers, requested meetings with city staff to review local building and construction inspection practices. In response, Burien City Manager Brian Wilson designated Community Development Director Chip Davis as the city's primary contact for the program.

Port of Seattle presentation outlining the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) long-term vision with concurrent strategies to serve market demand. Shows current projects for 46.9M passengers, near-term projects targeting 56M passengers by 2027, and long-term vision for demand beyond 2027 including additional planning and environmental review requirements.

On May 30, 2018, the Port of Seattle held its first public open house for the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), drawing 147 attendees who discussed Sea-Tac Airport's projected growth to 56 million annual passengers and 480,000 aircraft operations by 2027. Community members raised concerns about noise, pollution, and the disproportionate impact on nearby low-income and minority communities, while Port officials explained limitations on controlling flight schedules and discussed noise mitigation efforts. The meeting notes document questions and answers covering topics such as cargo forecasts, flight pattern changes, the airport's physical footprint, and the possibility of distributing air traffic among other regional airports.