PORT OF SEATTLE 
MEMORANDUM 

COMMISSION AGENDA                   Item No.:         7A 
STAFF BRIEFING 
Date of Meeting:       October 12, 2010 
DATE:      October 1, 2010 
TO:         Tay Yoshitani, Chief Executive Officer 
FROM:     Geraldine Poor, Regional Transportation Manager 
Clare Gallagher, State Government Relations Manager 
SUBJECT:   Washington Transportation Plan Update 

BACKGROUND: 
The Washington State Transportation Commission has released a draft Washington
Transportation Plan 2011-2030 (WTP 2030) for public review and comment. WTP 2030 is a
high-level policy plan to provide policy guidance and strategic recommendations across all
transportation modes and regions in the state. The 2011-2030 planning horizon is a period in
which significant change is expected in the state's growth, economy, mobility, and infrastructure
investment needs, along with changes to come at the federal level for transportation.
The Commission developed the plan over the past year, with ongoing engagement and input
from a diverse Advisory Group including representation from Washington Public Ports
Association. During September and October, the Commission has held Regional Listening
Sessions around our state to solicit input on key questions and policies. The purpose of these
sessions is to share information about the plan and engage both public agencies and private
citizens to help shape the content and priorities of the Plan. Comments on the plan are welcomed
through October 15, 2010. 
BRIEFING OUTLINE: 
In today's session, State Transportation Commissioner Richard Ford will present an overview of
the plan and the significant challenges to meet the transportation needs statewide. The Port
Commission's discussion of issues raised by the plan will be folded into the Port's comment
letter for transmittal. 
OTHER DOCUMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS BRIEFING: 
WTP 2030 Summary: Public Review Draft 
Washington Transportation Plan 2030: Public Review Draft 
PowerPoint