TagPort Packages(186)
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2020-09-29Port Package Program Photo
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2020-06-03
The (Real) Problem With Port Packages…
In 1996, the PSRC required the Port of Seattle to provide sound insulation systems, known as Port Packages for all homes and apartments in a geographic area known as the DNL65. This requirement was in exchange for providing the Federal funding necessary to construct the Third Runway. The estimate was perhaps 15,000 new units–in addition to -
2020-02-26Port Commission approves acceleration of noise insulation efforts for airport communities – The Waterland Blog
The Port of Seattle Commission this week approved the acceleration of sound insulation projects for homes, apartments, condominiums and places of worship in airport communities to be completed in less than half its current schedule. The faster noise reduction benefits near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will cover projects originally not expected to be complete for another -
2020-02-25
Port Of Seattle Announces Noise Program Expansion 2026
Today’s Port Of Seattle General Meeting had the most significant news about Port Packages we have ever seen. If you are concerned about airport noise issues this will matter to you whether you have a Port Package or not. As background, I strongly encourage you to look at the presentation by Noise Program Manager Stan -
2020-02-25Motion 2020-04: A motion of the Port Of Seattle Commission directing the acceleration of the sound insulation program at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
In February 2020, the Port of Seattle Commission passed Motion 2020-04, directing the Port's Executive Director to accelerate the sound insulation program at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and complete it no later than 2026. The motion calls for implementing the necessary staffing, funding, and contracting resources to deliver the program on time, while coordinating with other public agencies to complement — rather than duplicate — existing programs for low-income housing and energy upgrades. Port staff are required to regularly brief the Commission's Aviation Committee on progress and provide a preliminary implementation plan alongside the 2021 budget approval. -
Sound mitigation briefing — Page 12 of 39
This February 2020 Port of Seattle briefing outlines Sea-Tac Airport's noise mitigation efforts, including abatement measures like the Fly Quiet Program, a network of 24 permanent and 5 portable noise monitors, and community outreach initiatives. The briefing focuses primarily on ongoing and potentially accelerated sound insulation programs designed to reduce aircraft noise impacts on surrounding neighborhoods. Staff recommendations for expanding these programs were also presented to Port commissioners at the meeting. -
Sound mitigation briefing — Page 28 of 39
This February 2020 Port of Seattle briefing outlines Sea-Tac Airport's noise mitigation efforts, including abatement measures like the Fly Quiet Program, a network of 24 permanent and 5 portable noise monitors, and community outreach initiatives. The briefing focuses primarily on ongoing and potentially accelerated sound insulation programs designed to reduce aircraft noise impacts on surrounding neighborhoods. Staff recommendations for expanding these programs were also presented to Port commissioners at the meeting. -
Sound mitigation briefing — Page 13 of 39
This February 2020 Port of Seattle briefing outlines Sea-Tac Airport's noise mitigation efforts, including abatement measures like the Fly Quiet Program, a network of 24 permanent and 5 portable noise monitors, and community outreach initiatives. The briefing focuses primarily on ongoing and potentially accelerated sound insulation programs designed to reduce aircraft noise impacts on surrounding neighborhoods. Staff recommendations for expanding these programs were also presented to Port commissioners at the meeting. -
Sound mitigation briefing — Page 29 of 39
This February 2020 Port of Seattle briefing outlines Sea-Tac Airport's noise mitigation efforts, including abatement measures like the Fly Quiet Program, a network of 24 permanent and 5 portable noise monitors, and community outreach initiatives. The briefing focuses primarily on ongoing and potentially accelerated sound insulation programs designed to reduce aircraft noise impacts on surrounding neighborhoods. Staff recommendations for expanding these programs were also presented to Port commissioners at the meeting. -
Sound mitigation briefing — Page 14 of 39
This February 2020 Port of Seattle briefing outlines Sea-Tac Airport's noise mitigation efforts, including abatement measures like the Fly Quiet Program, a network of 24 permanent and 5 portable noise monitors, and community outreach initiatives. The briefing focuses primarily on ongoing and potentially accelerated sound insulation programs designed to reduce aircraft noise impacts on surrounding neighborhoods. Staff recommendations for expanding these programs were also presented to Port commissioners at the meeting.