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This document details billing records from the City of Burien, Washington, for legal consulting services provided by Lockridge Grindal Nauen PLLP in connection with the Sea-Tac Airport Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) environmental review. Under an interlocal agreement signed March 6, 2018, the cities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, and SeaTac jointly hired the firm to represent their interests, sharing costs at approximately $1.50 per capita based on population. By July 2019, six invoices had been processed against a $175,000 total contract, with roughly $75,829 billed and $99,171 remaining.

This document summarizes a July 8, 2019 meeting of the StART (Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table) Federal Policy Working Group, held at Sea-Tac Airport. Participants, including representatives from local cities, congressional offices, and the Port of Seattle, discussed concerns about FAA noise research, reviewed priorities related to the FAA Reauthorization Act, and considered new legislation such as the Aviation Impacted Communities Act. The group also outlined advocacy strategies, including working with a national coalition, seeking federal grant funding for noise mitigation, and requesting the FAA formally respond to the WHO Europe noise study and release 2017 noise annoyance survey results.

The South King County Fund (SKCF) was established by the Port of Seattle Commission on November 27, 2018, to provide resources and support to communities surrounding Sea-Tac Airport. The fund designated $750,000 for 2019, with total funding not to exceed $10 million between 2019 and 2023. This presentation by Environmental Engagement Program Manager Andy Gregory outlines the fund's origins, guiding principles, legal spending boundaries, and community outreach plans.

This document summarizes a June 26, 2019 meeting of the Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART), a group that fosters cooperation between the Port of Seattle and neighboring communities affected by Sea-Tac Airport. Key topics included updates from the Aviation Noise and Federal Policy Working Groups, covering issues such as late-night noise limits, runway use agreements, and potential federal legislation. Representatives from the FAA also presented the latest research on aircraft noise and emissions, including studies on health impacts and alternative jet fuels.

This 2019 FAA presentation, delivered to the Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table, outlines the Federal Aviation Administration's efforts to understand and address aviation noise and emissions challenges. It covers the FAA's organizational structure, highlighting the Office of Environment and Energy (AEE) as the key office responsible for these issues. The presentation also provides context on aviation's significant economic impact, noting that the industry contributes 5.1% of U.S. GDP, supports 10.6 million jobs, and generates $1.6 trillion in annual economic activity.

The June 26, 2019 StART (Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table) meeting brought together Port of Seattle representatives and community members to recap recent Aviation Noise and Federal Policy Working Group meetings, hear an FAA update on aircraft noise and emissions research, and discuss the South King County Fund. Key presenters included FAA officials Kevin Welsh and Jim Hileman, along with Port of Seattle staff. The meeting was held at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Conference Center and included time for public comment.

The Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) met on June 26, 2019 to discuss aircraft noise and emissions research presented by FAA officials, including studies on sleep disturbance, cardiovascular health, and alternative jet fuels. The meeting also covered updates from the Aviation Noise and Federal Policy Working Groups, and introduced the Port of Seattle's new South King County Fund, which will provide $10 million over five years for community projects addressing noise, environmental health, and sustainability.

The Burien Airport Committee met on June 18, 2019 to discuss airport noise and planning issues related to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, including debriefing on recent stakeholder meetings with consultants Stantec and Lockridge Grindal Nauen, and a Port of Seattle presentation to Burien City Council. The committee considered potential letters to the Port of Seattle, Senator Karen Keiser, and the FAA regarding concerns about the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) and Part 150 noise study noncompliance. Members also reviewed research on airport governance structures and complaint processes at large airports across the country.