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The Des Moines Aviation Advisory Committee met on February 12, 2018 to discuss Sea-Tac Airport's 25-year growth plan (the Sustainable Airport Master Plan) and a proposed agreement between neighboring cities to jointly fund an independent environmental review of that plan. The committee also reviewed a resolution on long-term aviation capacity needs in Western Washington and planned to participate in a March 1 City Council study session covering topics such as the siting of a second airport, the roles of various regulatory bodies, and strategies for influencing the FAA and Port of Seattle. Additional items included updates on a state-funded airport impact study, the formation of a new Sea-Tac Airport Stakeholders Advisory Round Table, and community concerns about aircraft noise and its effects on property values.

The cities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, and SeaTac entered into an interlocal agreement to coordinate their review of the Port of Seattle's Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), which outlines airport growth over the next 20 years. The agreement establishes a process for the four cities to jointly analyze environmental impacts, submit coordinated comments under NEPA and SEPA, and potentially hire shared consultants to assist with their response. Approved by the Burien City Council on February 5, 2018, the agreement aims to give the neighboring cities a stronger, unified voice in evaluating potential negative impacts from Sea-Tac Airport expansion.

The Port of Seattle's February 2018 briefing updates the Commission on the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), a long-range planning effort initiated in 2013 to identify facility improvements needed at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport over a 20-year horizon. The plan proposes a package of near-term projects—including 19 gates connected to a new terminal north of the existing complex—projected to meet capacity needs through 2027, while keeping the airport's current three-runway system in place. Public scoping for environmental review of these near-term projects was anticipated to begin in mid-to-late 2018.

The Des Moines Aviation Advisory Committee met on January 8, 2018 to discuss several airport-related concerns, including an update on the University of Washington Ultrafine Particle Study, a proposed interlocal agreement between neighboring cities to jointly respond to the Port of Seattle's Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), and a potential resolution advocating for a second airport. Community members and committee members also raised ongoing concerns about the health and noise impacts of Sea-Tac Airport on local residents.

The Des Moines Aviation Advisory Committee met on December 5, 2017 to discuss key issues related to Sea-Tac Airport, including the formation of the Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Roundtable (StART) and an 18-month air quality study being conducted by the University of Washington to examine the effects of ultra-fine particles from jet exhaust on surrounding communities. The committee also reviewed the environmental review process for the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP), noting concerns that the Port of Seattle may pursue a less rigorous Environmental Assessment rather than a full Environmental Impact Statement. Community members raised additional concerns about nighttime flights, air cargo operations, and the Port potentially bypassing SEPA/NEPA requirements through piecemeal project approvals.

The Des Moines Aviation Advisory Committee met on November 7, 2017, to discuss several airport-related topics, including an Air Cargo Study being conducted by the Joint Transportation Committee and updates on the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) Environmental Impact Statement process presented by Port of Seattle representatives. Key community concerns raised included nighttime flights, aircraft noise frequency, and whether airport-impacted communities would have a voice in upcoming stakeholder meetings. The committee also nominated member Sheila Brush to represent the City of Des Moines on a new Public Forum Panel headed by the Port's Director of Aviation, expected to launch in early 2018.

This 2017 technical memorandum, prepared by Leigh Fisher for the Port of Seattle, outlines development alternatives for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as part of a Sustainable Airport Master Plan. It covers proposed changes to the airfield, passenger terminals, ground access, parking, air cargo facilities, and general aviation. The document evaluates options such as runway relocations, new taxiway configurations, and terminal expansions to address capacity, safety compliance, and long-term growth needs.

This October 2017 Technical Memorandum, prepared by Leigh Fisher for the Port of Seattle, outlines development alternatives for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as part of its Sustainable Airport Master Plan. It covers a wide range of potential airport improvements, including airfield capacity enhancements, passenger terminal expansion, ground access and parking, air cargo facilities, and general aviation. The document evaluates options such as runway relocations, new taxiway configurations, and midfield terminal development to meet long-term aviation demand.