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APPROVED MINUTES 
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 28, 2017 
The Port of Seattle Commission met in a regular meeting Tuesday, February 28, 2017, in the
International   Auditorium   at   Seattle-Tacoma   International   Airport,   Seattle,   Washington.
Commissioners Albro, Bowman, Felleman, and Gregoire were present. Commissioner Creighton 
was absent. Commissioner Bowman was present until 4:25 p.m. 
1.    CALL TO ORDER 
The meeting was called to order at 12:04 p.m. by Commission President Tom Albro. 
2.    EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to RCW 42.30.110 
The public meeting was immediately recessed to an executive session estimated to last 60 minutes
to discuss two matters relating to performance on a publicly bid contract. Following the executive
session, which lasted approximately 55 minutes, the public meeting reconvened at 1:14 p.m. 
Commissioner Albro led the flag salute. 
[Clerk's Note: See below for information related to an additional executive session held during this
regular meeting.] 
3.    SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS 
3a.  February 28, 2017, CEO Report. 
Dave Soike, Interim Chief Executive Officer, previewed several items on the day's agenda and
announced issuance of general obligation bonds and open house sessions relating to Port internships. 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
4.    UNANIMOUS CONSENT CALENDAR 
[Clerk's Note: Items on theUnanimous Consent Calendar are considered routine and are not
individually discussed. Port Commissioners receive the request documents prior to the meeting
and may remove items from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and vote in accordance
with Commission bylaws.] 
At the request of Commissioners Felleman and Albro, agenda items 4b and 4e, respectively, were 
removed from the Unanimous Consent Calendar for separate discussion and vote. 
4a.  Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of February 14, 2017. 

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As noted above, consideration of agenda item 4b was temporarily postponed. 
4c.  Authorization to execute Change Order 22 to Contract MC-0318407, South Satellite
Interior Renovations Phase 2, extending the contract duration by 66 days. This Change
Order additionally increases the contract by $64,379.85, which will come from existing
project contingency funds (CIP #C800549). 
Request document(s) included a Commission agenda memorandum. 
4d.  Authorization  for  the  Chief  Executive  Officer  to  (1)  proceed  with  design  for  the
replacement of the passenger loading bridge (PLB) at Gate B10 and the PLB and fixed
walkway at Gate S11; (2) purchase two new PLBs and a fixed walkway; (3) use Port
crews and small works contracts. The amount of this request is $2,200,000 (CIP
#C800793). 
Request document(s) included a Commission agenda memorandum. 
As noted above, agenda item 4e was temporarily postponed. 
4f.   Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to conduct a competitive procurement and
execute a service agreement with a dental claims administrator for the Port'sself-
insured dental plan for five years with a possible extension of an additional five years
and a maximum duration of 10 years. The contract will be effective January 1, 2018, and
have an estimated value of $1,900,000. 
Request document(s) included a Commission agenda memorandum. 
The motion for approval of consent items 4a, 4c, 4d, and 4f carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Albro, Bowman, Felleman, Gregoire (4) 
Absent for the vote: Creighton 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
5.    PUBLIC TESTIMONY 
Public comment was received from the following individual(s): 
Mark Hennon, Seattle resident, regarding financial transparency and the environment. 
Mr. Hennon  submitted written materials, which are included here as minutes Exhibit A 
and are available for public review. 
Gary Weiss, Vice President and General Manager, ANA Airways, in support of the South
Satellite renovations project (agenda item 6b). 
Roger Kadeg, SeaTac resident, regarding tree removal and the proposed air quality study
of ultrafine particulate matter in Airport communities (agenda items 6a and 6c). Mr. Kadeg
submitted written materials, which are included here as minutes Exhibit B and are available
for public review. 

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Kent Palosaari, SeaTac resident, regarding the proposed air quality study of ultrafine
particulate matter in Airport communities (agenda item 6c). 
Jenny Scaman, Puyallup resident, regarding noise monitoring in areas around the
Airport. Ms. Scaman provided written materials based on her own noise monitoring
efforts that are included here as minutes Exhibit C and are available for public review. 
Susan Petersen, Federal Way resident, regarding emissions and noise from aircraft. 
Rick Johnson, Des Moines resident, regarding tree removal and the negative effects of
the Federal Aviation Administration's NextGen air traffic control program. 
Debi Wagner, Burien resident, regarding aircraft emissions, global fuel consumption, and
aviation biofuels. 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
The Commission advanced to consideration of  
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT 
4b.  Approval of the Claims and Obligations for the period January 1-January 31, 2017, in
the amount of $60,133,290.75, including accounts payable check nos. 915437-915881 in
the amount of $10,011,556.63; accounts payable ACH nos. 046875-047481 in the
amount of $28,168,472.26; accounts payable wire transfers nos. 014485-014530 in the
amount of $12,804,282.60; payroll check nos. 184904-185122 in the amount of
$225,467.82; and payroll ACH nos. 790710-794275 in the amount of $8,923,511.44; for a
fund total of $60,133,290.75. 
Request document(s) included a Commission agenda memorandum. 
Presenter(s): Rudy Caluza, Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting. 
Commissioners requested clarification on the controls in place for ensuring that monthly
disbursements are in keeping with the Port budget and Commission policy direction. Mr. Caluza
acknowledged the value of further review of how monthly expenditures are described by category.
He explained that the statutorily mandated process of approving the payments already disbursed
during the previous month is only one of many controls applied prior to disbursement. He noted
examples of controls on spending, which include a lengthy vetting of the Port's annual capital and
operating budgets, internal controls to ensure that money is spent in accordance with the budget,
and execution of fiscal policies and procedures, particularly regarding procurement and contracting
regulations. He described the tens of thousands of monthly transactions covered under the monthly
claims and obligations approval and noted that their approval in summary form following
application of internal controls is consistent with best practices common to other local governments
in Washington. Although many of the transactions are routine, such as for payroll and taxes, in the
interest of better transparency, staff has endeavored to describe the thousands of transactions by
grouping  them into understandable categories and will continue to address improved fiscal
transparency. There was discussion of providing a cover memo along with the monthly claims and
obligations as a way of describing the spending controls in place without sacrificing the document's
function as a defined financial record. Commissioner Albro pointed out that the Commission's

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approval of payments already disbursed is a function of legal compliance, not a point of control,
and that there are numerous and rigorous controls in place prior to those payments being issued. 
The motion for approval of agenda item 4b carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Albro, Bowman, Felleman, Gregoire (4) 
Absent for the vote: Creighton 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
4e.  Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to execute three professional services
indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contracts for project management services in the
amount of $5,000,000 per contract for a total of $15,000,000. There is no budget request
associated with this authorization. 
Request document(s) included a subsequently revised Commission agenda memorandum. 
Presenter(s): Wayne Grotheer, Director, Aviation Project Management Group. 
Mr. Grotheer described the nature of the contracts, which would supplement staff expertise in
support of the efforts of the Project Management Group. He corrected an error in the agenda
memorandum regarding the cost of hiring a staff project manager for five years. In the memo, it
was listed in alternative 3 incorrectly as $783,000, but should have been quoted at $803,000 as it
was in alternative 2. He explained the efficiency and cost factors involved in recommending the use
of consultant services for certain work versus the hiring of full-time-equivalent positions. 
The motion for approval of agenda item 4e carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Albro, Bowman, Felleman, Gregoire (4) 
Absent for the vote: Creighton 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
Without objection, the Commission advanced to consideration of  
7.    STAFF BRIEFINGS 
7b.  Energy and Sustainability Committee Policy Directive Briefing. 
Presentation document(s) included a Commission agenda memorandum, a policy direction motion
adopted January 26, 2016, an advisory committee roster, proposed Energy Production Project
Evaluation Framework, and presentation slides provided at the meeting. 
Presenter(s): Aaron Pritchard, Commission Issues & Policy Manager; Leslie Stanton, Manager,
Environmental Sustainability; Kevin Wilhelm, CEO, Sustainable Business Consulting; Tracey
Morgenstern, Policy Advisor, City of Seattle Office of Sustainability; Mathew Combe, Program
Operations Director, Seattle 2030 District; Stephanie Jones Stebbins, Director, Environment and
Planning, Maritime Environmental Services; Sasha Pollack, Director, Climate and Clean Energy

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Program, Washington Environmental Council; and Christina Billingsley, Public Environmental
Program Manager. 
The Commission received a presentation on the work of the Energy & Sustainability Committee,
which was chartered by the Commission on January 26, 2016, to propose policy directives for
Commission consideration in support of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Commissioners
Gregoire and Felleman, who serve on the committee, described some of the work and aims of the
group. The committee and its work groups, including external stakeholders, met throughout 2016.
Recommendations related to the Northwest Ports Clean Air Strategy and work of the Northwest
Seaport Alliance were not within the initial scope of the committee, although there are pilot projects
proposed that would involve collaboration with the Northwest Seaport Alliance. 
Goals and Regional Alignment 
Mr. Wilhelm and Ms. Stanton presented an overview of the work of the Goals and Regional
Alignment work group, including developing attainable goals and comparing baselines and targets
for the state of Washington, City of Seattle, King County, and the Port of Seattle. Scope 1
emissions were defined as direct emissions, as from burning fuel. Scope 2 emissions were
described as emissions from what others burn on your behalf, such as to produce electricity. Scope
3 emissions were described as all remaining emissions, or indirect emissions. They explained that,
in principle, the Port, like an individual, exercises most direct control over scope 1 and 2 emissions.
The difficulties presented by aligning with King County's definitions, assumptions, and goals while
avoiding counting emissions or reductions twice were discussed. The use of intensity targets to
measure emissions against a business unit of measure, such as enplanements or twenty-footequivalent
units (TEUs) was discussed. Pursuing goals in the aviation sector to produce dramatic
results in emissions reduction, such as through facilitation of use of aviation biofuels, was
discussed. 
Energy Production 
Ms. Morgenstern and Ms. Stanton presented recommendations of the Energy Production work
group. These included development of a framework to consider environmental goals within a range
of community values such as economic and social goals. Also recommended was development of
leadership thresholds for making decisions about energy supply so that staff and officials are
appropriately involved in decision making. Taking advantage of third-party expertise on emerging
environmental technologies was also proposed. Principles considered within the framework used
by the City of Seattle for making energy decisions were discussed. Assessment and use of
renewable resources, such as waste heat, was discussed.
Energy Conservation 
Mr. Combe and Ms. Jones Stebbins presented recommendations of the Energy Conservation work
group for reduction of both directly and indirectly controlled emissions. Considerations proposed for
Scope 1 and 2 emissions included implementing an internal carbon tax, appropriate vehicle
purchases, and recognition that habitat policies benefit carbon sequestration. The internal carbon
tax was described as a budget mechanism to incentivize low-carbon-footprint employee activities,
such as meeting by video conference rather than traveling long distances for meetings.
Considerations proposed for Scope 3 emissions included reducing emissions impacts from tenants

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and transportation sources, including commute trip reduction efforts. The use of lease terms to
incentivize energy conservation by Port leaseholders was discussed. Enhanced metering to
measure  conservation  efforts  with  respect  to  Port  tenants  is  one  of  the  work  group
recommendations. Commissioners engaged in a conversation on evaluating the impacts of
embedded or embodied carbon in energy conservation alternatives and how to account for their
depreciation or lifecycle cost. Embodied carbon was described as the emissions cost inherent in
the constituent elements of a particular construction or conservation alternative. An example might
include the carbon impact of the manufacture or transport of  specific project materials  or
components. 
Equity 
Ms. Pollack and Ms. Billingsley provided a presentation on environmental equity, noting
recommendations for community-based consultation on environmental policy and a community
fund to ameliorate environmental impacts on low-income communities, communities of color, and
labor communities. The importance of ensuring that environmental activities are informed by
community needs and priorities was stressed. There was a discussion of market forces driving
displacement of communities, such as through gentrification, and the desire to ensure that
environmental benefits accrue to the communities affected by environmental impacts. 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
Following consideration of agenda item 7b, the Commission returned to consideration of  
6.    DIVISION, CORPORATE, AND COMMISSION ACTION ITEMS 
6a.  Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to prepare environmental, design and
contract bid documents for the Flight Corridor Safety Program now-combined Phase 2
and Phase 3 at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for $2,373,000. The total estimated
project cost is $7,227,000. 
Request document(s) included a Commission agenda memorandum. 
Presenter(s): Clare Gallagher, Director, Capital Project Delivery, Public Affairs; Ralph Wessels,
Capital Project Manager, Aviation Project Management; and Bob Duffner, Senior Manager,
Aviation Environmental Programs. 
Previously, an authorization request for this project was considered on November 22, 2016. 
Staff summarized community engagement to date on the program, which involves removal and
replanting of trees on and near Airport property. Commissioners requested more detail regarding
community feedback. Work conducted so far was summarized, including some tree removal,
salvaging of cut trees for Duwamish River habitat restoration, removal of invasive plants, and
replanting of trees and shrubs. Commissioners asked for clarification on the species chosen for
replanting and the plan for irrigation and maintenance of new plantings. It was noted that the
funding requested today is for design and that staff would return in the second quarter of 2017 with
proposals and alternatives for completion of the work. Commissioners suggested arrangement of
community tours of areas where work has already been completed. The next steps for

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environmental review were summarized. Commissioners requested more information regarding
implementation in wetlands and other critical environmental areas. 
The motion for approval of agenda item 6a carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Albro, Bowman, Felleman, Gregoire (4) 
Absent for the vote: Creighton 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
6b.  Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to (1) initiate programming and develop
design alternatives for the South Satellite Renovations Project using Port staff and
consultants and (2) advertise and execute a project-specific service agreement for
project  management  services  for  the  South  Satellite  Renovations  Project.  This
authorization is for $4,300,000. (CIP #C800743) 
Request document(s) included a Commission agenda memorandum, a prior Commission agenda
memorandum considered on September 8, 2015, and presentation slides. 
Presenter(s): Jeffrey Brown, Director, Aviation Facilities and Capital Programs, and Michelle
Brantley, Manager, Airport Capital Development Program. 
The age, history, and current condition of the Airport's South Satellitefacility were summarized. It
was reported that the work covered by the authorization would prepare the analysis of facility
alternatives and project delivery methodology. A recommended alternative is expected to be
proposed toward the end of 2017. Commissioners commented on applying the proposed Energy
Production  Project  Evaluation  Framework  recommended  by  the  Energy  &  Sustainability
Committee's Energy Production Subcommittee to the South Satellite Renovations Project. 
[Clerk's Note: The Energy Production Project Evaluation Framework was included above as an
attachment to agenda item 7b.] 
The motion for approval of agenda item 6b carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Albro, Bowman, Felleman, Gregoire (4) 
Absent for the vote: Creighton 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
6c.  Motion of the Port of Seattle Commission affirming its intention to provide up to
$75,000 in funding support, in partnership with contributions from the State of
Washington and Airport-area cities, for a study of the concentrations of ultrafine
particulate matter as described in House Bill 1171, and as directed by the Department
of Commerce. The substitute amendment to HB 1171 that was adopted by the House
Environment Committee on February 9, 2017, reflects changes that were suggested by
Port staff in collaboration with researchers from the University of Washington, and
enjoys the support of the Port of Seattle Commission. Further, the Commission is

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interested in working with the bill sponsor to ensure that language in the bill focuses
on ultrafine particulate matter. Further, the Commission affirms its interest in
remaining engaged with the Legislature, the Department of Commerce, the partner
cities, and academic researchers as the study scope is under development. 
Request document(s) included the draft text of the motion, Substitute House Bill 1171, and House
Environment Committee Report on House Bill 1171. A copy of the adopted motion is attached for
ease of reference. Also attached are copies of a letter of support addressed to Senator John Braun
and Representative Timm Ormsby issued following adoption of the motion. 
Presenter(s): Eric ffitch, State Government Relations Manager, Public Affairs, and Stephanie
Meyn, Senior Environmental Program Manager. 
Mr. ffitch described the nature of the particulate matter proposed to be studied under HB 1171, the
background of the proposed study, and the geographic areas that would be included in the study. 
Commissioners requested clarification on the model for differentiating emissions sources.
Commissioners commented on proposing a refinement to the bill's description of the geographic
scope of the study. 
The motion for approval of agenda item 6c carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Albro, Bowman, Felleman, Gregoire (4) 
Absent for the vote: Creighton 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
7.    STAFF BRIEFINGS 
7a.  Airport Community Ecology Fund. 
Presentation document(s) included a Commission agenda memorandum and presentation slides. 
Presenter(s): Pearse Edwards, Director of Government Relations, Public Affairs. 
The presentation to the Commission included an overview of development of the Airport Ecology
Fund and the public engagement process used to determine the best uses of the fund within the
communities neighboring the Airport. The timeline for disbursement of funds over the next two
years was presented, and Commissioners provided direction on evaluating recipient projects. 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
Agenda item 7b was considered previously, and the Commission advanced to consideration of  
7c.  Results of Energy and Greenhouse Gas Assessment. 
Presentation  document(s) included a revised Commission agenda  memorandum, committee
recommendations, and presentation slides. 

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Presenter(s): Leslie Stanton, Manager, Environmental Sustainability. 
Commissioner Bowman was present until 4:25 p.m. 
The presentation described the purpose of the assessment, which is to evaluate and recommend
strategies to meet Century Agenda energy and greenhouse gas reduction goals to protect the climate,
advance clean technologies, and create jobs. The assessment focused on emissions over which the
Port exercises direct control, including Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Annual energy use and greenhouse
gas emissions at Airport and Seaport facilities were compared. The relatively flat energy consumption
and emissions at the Airport despite record passenger growth was attributed to relatively minor changes
in the square footage of Airport facilities so far. Energy consumption and emissions forecasts and their
underlying  assumptions  were  presented.  Recommendations  and  their  related  potential  energy
reductions were described and next steps for implementation were summarized. 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
Without objection, the following agenda item  
7d.  Aviation Biofuels Infrastructure Feasibility Study Results. 
was laid on the table for future consideration. 
8.    ADDITIONAL NEW BUSINESS 
Interim CEO Dave Soike previewed upcoming Commission agenda items. 
A recording of this part of the meeting has been made available online. 
RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION 
The meeting was recessed at 5:00 p.m. to an executive session estimated to last 45 minutes to
continue discussion of one matter related to performance on a publicly bid contract. The executive
session lasted approximately 70 minutes. 
9.    ADJOURNMENT 
Following the executive session, the Commission adjourned at 6:13 p.m. without conducting further
business. 
Fred Felleman 
Assistant Secretary 
Minutes approved: March 14, 2017. 



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