COMMISSION 
AGENDA MEMORANDUM                        Item No.          8i 
ACTION ITEM                            Date of Meeting      January 26, 2021 
DATE:     January 6, 2021 
TO:        Stephen P. Metruck, Executive Director 
FROM:    Dave Kaplan, Local Government Relations Manager, External Relations 
Sabrina Bolieu, Regional Government Relations Manager, External Relations 
Keri  Pravitz,  East  King  County  Community  &  Government  Relations  Manager 
Lindsay Wolpa, Senior Manager, Waterfront Redevelopment Programs, External
Relations 
SUBJECT:  Adoption of 2021 Local and Regional Policy Priorities 
ACTION REQUESTED 
Request Commission adoption of the 2021 local and regional government policy priorities for
staff to engage with local and regional officials and other partners in support of these priorities. 
Port of Seattle government relations staff worked with Commissioners, executive team
members, internal subject matter experts, and external stakeholders to develop local, regional
and community engagement policy priorities and partnerships to guide Port advocacy efforts. 
Throughout 2020, staff worked to execute the 2020 regional and local policy priorities. While
progress was made on many of the priorities, COVID-19 response and impacts on current and
future priorities will require pursuit of many of the issues for the next several years. 
2021 LOCAL AND REGIONAL POLICY PRIORITIES 
Top Priorities 
COVID-19 Recovery 
Economic Recovery 
Equity and Inclusion 
Restart of Cruise Operations 
Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) Near-Term Projects 
Climate, Energy, and Sustainability 
Regional Mobility 
38 Cities Outreach and Engagement 


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Port-wide/Regional Issues 
COVID-19 Recovery: Partner with local and regional agencies on initiatives that acknowledge
the challenging budget realities facing all levels of government, while ensuring that economic
recovery is prioritized and is undertaken in a manner that is equitable and inclusive. 
Economic Recovery: Support legislative or regulatory policies by King County cities and King
County that leverage the Port's efforts to promote economic recovery and healthy, livable
communities. Continue to integrate values of equity and inclusion in economic recovery efforts.
Investing in relief is critical to the Port being able to provide essential services and maintain our
region's supply chain. Recovery efforts include initiatives to support local and small businesses,
implement tourism or city specific promotion campaigns, stimulate local economic activity,
advance real estate development and business attraction initiatives in addition to the Port's
capital projects investments. 
Equity and Inclusion: Collaborate with King County cities and King County to rebuild an
inclusive economy where opportunity and prosperity are widely shared regardless of race,
gender, ethnicity or socio-economic status.   Advance the Duwamish Valley community
partnership,  support  equitable  economic  development  through  the  South  King  County
Community Fund, and invest in the Port's Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion's Strategic
Plan. Bring together other local government partners to promote immigration policies that
ensure the Port, our partners and our customers have the workforce to succeed, and that new
residents  and  visitors  feel  fully  welcomed.  Communicate  process,  findings  and
recommendations from the Port's Task Force on Policing and Civil Rights as part of the Port's
effort to reinvent our industries and to recognize and address systemic racism. 
Climate, Energy and Sustainability: Participate in local and regional partnerships to support
policy at the regional, State and Federal level that relates to the Port's sustainability goals,
including the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, the use of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), and scaling
sustainable aviation fuels. Support legislative or regulatory policies by King County cities and
King County that align with the Port's efforts to reduce carbon emissions, promote energyefficient
operation  of  transportation  infrastructure,  and  encourage  renewable  energy
generation. Monitor and evaluate potential actions at King County and in King County cities that
would impact diversified or transitional fuel source usage at Port facilities.
Regional Mobility: Actively partner with relevant public transportation agencies on critical
infrastructure projects and policies throughout the Puget Sound region and state, with focus on
access to port facilities, key freight corridors, regional mobility and funding strategies. Ensure
the city of Seattle incorporates maritime and industrial needs in the West Seattle Bridge
repair/replacement project appropriately. Engage regional transit agencies on SEA Airport
transit access  and extending Sound Transit West Seattle /  Ballard Link while  protecting 
industrial lands and freight mobility, as well as growing regional capacity. Work with regional
partners,  stakeholders,  and  other  public  agencies  to  improve  funding  for  sustainable

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transportation options and mobility, while considering opportunities for mode shifts, improved
biking and walking facilities, and last/first mile connections. Collaborate with foot ferry/water
taxi operators to identify opportunities for synergies with Port assets. Focus on the timely and
on-budget delivery of priority projects including Puget Sound Gateway/SR 509, improved transit
and/or multimodal access to the airport, Kent S 228th St Overpass, "WaterfrontSeattle"/Alaskan
Way, the Safe & Swift Corridors, and the Interbay corridor. Build support for findings from the
SR518 corridor study (2019-20). Adjust and account for implications to transportation projects
and services of revenue stream disruption from COVID impacts to commercial parking tax, gas
tax, sales tax and street use, as well as last year's passage of I-976. 
Industrial Lands: Support local policies and plans that are durable and resistant to piecemeal
zoning and development changes; stimulate new compatible investment in industrial lands;
continue to make public investments that support Manufacturing and Industrial Centers; and
that strengthen zoning to ensure that noncompatible land uses and activities are not located
next to industrial lands. Support local land use and transportation policies, as well as
mechanisms that maintain or enhance maritime and manufacturing lands, and the critical road
and rail infrastructure required for freight mobility. Advocate strongly for legislative and
regulatory decisions that preserve industrial lands, enhance freight mobility, allow for the
anticipated development of marine cargo facilities and support the growth of related living
wage jobs. 
Resiliency  and  Emergency  Preparedness: Recognizing  the  Port's  unique,  critical
infrastructure, continue to strengthen the Port's partnerships with local and regional agencies
for mutual aid, planning, coordination, exercises, and communication. In addition, facilitate
collaboration with local jurisdictions on climate resiliency, including Seattle City Light, the King
County-Cities Climate Collaboration (K4C) and the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC). 
Tribal Relations: Continue efforts to strengthen relationships with regional treaty tribes, to 
support shared environmental and economic development goals as well as Port growth. Seek
opportunities to expand partnerships and chances for new collaborative efforts. Establish
improved regularity with government-to-government meetings with regional treaty tribes and
engagement. 
Workforce Development: Support regional workforce development and industry-connected
experience that prepares students for a full range of entry points into the workforce, providing
a talent pipeline for key Port-related industries (aviation, maritime, construction trades, and
green jobs).. Use priority hire, apprenticeship utilization and related Port programs and policies
to  ensure  that  disadvantaged  communities'  benefit  when  the  Port  is  constructing  or
modernizing facilities. Broadly advance equity within Port workforce programs and regional
workforce development initiatives, such as the Maritime Youth Collaborative.  Work with
partners to support airport employees and employers, continue work of the Opportunity Youth
Initiative and invest in Duwamish River Green Jobs. 

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Maritime/Seattle 
Cruise 21: Support the operations team in launching the 2021 cruise season with all new
COVID-19 related protocols. Continue close coordination with public health agencies and other
cruise ports to ensure best practices for safe and efficient operations. Work with all partners to
educate on approach to health and safety measures. Encourage strong collaboration and
partnership with cruise lines, terminal operators, labor, regulatory agencies, tourism leaders
and elected officials to support the safe return of cruise operations to the Port's cruise
terminals, and to aid in the economic recovery. 
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Project Implementation: engage local jurisdictions and other
partners in securing and expanding support for the Maritime and Economic Development
projects and initiatives contained in the Port's five-year Capital Improvement Plan, as well as
Terminal 46 (T46) in partnership with The Northwest Seaport Alliance and Pier 46 (the north
end of T46). Continue to educate and engage local elected officials, public agencies and nearport
communities on the economic benefits of waterfront capital projects while respecting
community development values. Work closely with the City of Seattle to ensure all necessary
permitting, including environmental mitigation, and other administrative approvals for these
projects. 
Terminal 5 Modernization Project: Continue work to implement the necessary City of Seattle
permits requirement and plans for arrival of the new cranes and opening of the north berth.
Continue to educate and engage elected officials, public agencies and all relevant stakeholders
on the environmental highlights and economic benefits of the project. 
West Seattle High Bridge Safety Program: Continue to work with the City of Seattle to find 
transportation solutions related to the closure of the West Seattle High Bridge, and its repair
and any related activity around the Spokane Street swing bridge. Continue to advocate for the
maritime  and  industrial  sector  working  under  and  around  the  bridge  and  support
transportation solutions to minimize or mitigate impacts to marine cargo terminals and other
operations. 
Safe & Swift: Continue coordination with the City of Seattle supporting Safe & Swift Corridors;
continuing Heavy Haul Network improvements, especially on East Marginal Way; and investing
$5 million in improvements around the Climate Pledge Arena redevelopment. Encourage strong
collaboration for Port/City transportation priorities, specifically protection of freight lands and
corridors, completion of relevant projects, and enhancement or mitigation of Port property (as
applicable). 
Sound Transit 3 West Seattle and Ballard Extensions: Advocate for alignments that have
minimal impacts on manufacturing and industrial center operations and Port/NWSA properties
and operations, through comment on the Draft EIS and other opportunities. Participate with
other partners in station area planning. Engage relevant City of Seattle departments throughout

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all stages of project development and implementation. Continue to work with unified coalition
of maritime and manufacturing/industrial stakeholders to promote the Port's preferred ST3 
alternatives. 
Aviation/Airport Communities 
Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) Near-Term Projects: Inform and engage elected
officials, public agencies and other stakeholders on the 2021 release of the draft federal and
state environmental review documents for the proposed SAMP Near-Term Projects to address
passenger and cargo demand, FAA standards, airfield efficiency, and the need for additional
fuel storage Promote the SAMP Near-Term Projects, together with other Port-wide initiatives,
as key to meeting current needs and supporting future regional growth and economic
opportunities to neighboring airport communities and across the region. 
Equitable Economic Development:  Encourage airport-area cities to implement workforce
development, small business development, and diversity in contracting initiatives that support
disadvantaged  workers  and  Women  Minority  Business  Enterprises  (WMBE).  Advance 
partnership with Highline College's Small Business Development Center and Startzone to
support small business recovery and resiliency. 
Highline Forum, Soundside Alliance, and SEA Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART):
Demonstrate Port leadership in South King County community issues through engagement with
elected officials at the Highline Forum and in the Soundside Alliance. Help foster respectful,
meaningful and collaborative opportunities for jurisdictional collaboration through the SEA
Stakeholder  Advisory  Round  Table  (StART)  to  address  airport  community  concerns  in
coordination with the FAA and the air carriers. 
Natural Resources Stewardship: Keep elected officials updated and informed regarding the
Port's commitment to environmental stewardship, including the South King County Fund
Environment and Sustainability Grant Program, Flight Corridor Safety Program implementation,
Salmon Safe certification, the land stewardship plan, water quality programs, and wildlife
management programs such as honeybee boxes and raptor relocation. 
City of SeaTac Interlocal Agreement: Continue working collaboratively with the City of
SeaTac, daily and through the Joint Advisory Committee (JAC), to implement the Interlocal
Agreement (ILA) concerning issues such as planning, land use and zoning, transportation,
surface water management, critical environmental areas, issues related to North SeaTac Park,
and public safety. 
South King County Community Fund: Established by the Port Commission in 2018, the South
King County Community Fund designates $10M for near-airport communities to address airport
noise, environmental health and sustainability. Informed by multicultural engagement and
development of an equity index, the funding structure, criteria, and strategies for equitable
access supports three funding approaches: support for Women and Minority Business

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Enterprises (WMBE); the Economic Recovery and Workforce Development Grant Program; and
the Environment and Sustainability Grant Program. The Port hopes to distribute up to $2.0
million in funding in 2021.  Additionally, a  Port policy priority is to change the required
environmental grant match within the state statute from 3:1 to 2:1. 
Engagement and Partnership Priorities 
38 Cities: Engage the "38 cities" in King County, sharing updated information regarding Port
investments and projects, as well as the Port's economic engine role for the region. Offer
opportunities for the Mayors and new Councilmembers in the 38 cities to connect with
Commissioners, as well as tour and update on aviation projects currently underway, among
other areas of mutual interest. Focus areas include: 
Airport Communities: Work in coordination with our environmental staff to keep the
Airport Communities apprised of all updated information concerning the Sustainable
Airport   Master   Plan   (SAMP) Near-Term   Projects   environmental   review to
meet passenger and cargo demand, continued adherence to FAA standards, improve
airfield efficiency, and fuel storage that will support the Port's Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Initiative. Continue noise program community engagement to facilitate implementation
of residential and school sound insulation. 
Eastside Communities: Partner with Eastside Cities to address the region's aviation and
maritime needs.  Enhance community and government engagement in East King
Countyto develop partnerships and collaborative strategies on regional policyissues
and support for Port-wide initiatives. 
Vashon Island: Advance the installation of a temporary portable noise monitor on
Vashon Island. 
Seattle: Continue to work with the City of Seattle and key community stakeholders on issues
impacting Port properties and operations including, but not limited to the following: 
Beacon  Hill: Continue  to  partner and  engage with  the  Beacon  Hill  community
equitably, to address issues of concern regarding the effects of Port operations. 
Duwamish Valley: Address long-standing issues related to equity by maintaining the
Port's Duwamish  Valley  Benefits  Commitment to the  Port's  Duwamish  Valley
Community Equity Program with community partners. Continue to work with  intergovernmental
team to align and leverage efforts in the Duwamish Valley. 
Magnolia/Interbay/Ballard: Continue to work with the City of Seattle on its effort to
find transportation solutions related to the Ballard/Interbay Regional Transportation
corridor.  Continue  to  advocate  for  freight  mobility  through  the  corridor  and
transportation  solutions  to  minimize  or  mitigate  impacts  to  Port  property  and
operations, including impacts to Terminal 91 and Fishermen's Terminal. 

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Pioneer Square and International District: Continue to educate and work with the
Pioneer  Square and  International  District neighborhoods regarding Port  waterfront
projects and activities. 
Ongoing Local and Regional Priorities 
The following items are issue areas of focus for the local team on an annual basis. While details
within each of these topics may shift year to year, they consistently remain an important
component of our annual workplan. 
Economic Development Grant Programs: Work with the Economic Development Division to
promote statewide economic development through partnerships with cities, ports and
nonprofit agencies, including the Port's Economic Development Partnership Grant and the
Tourism Grant programs. Support implementation of Tourism Recovery initiative in partnership
with the Washington Tourism Alliance. 
Orca Recovery: In collaboration with The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA), identify priority
areas for the Port and NWSA that support Orca recovery, such as efforts to reduce noise
impacts on Southern Resident Orcas. 
Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC): Advocate for regional ports' perspectives and priorities
with respect to preparing for update of the Regional Transportation Strategy and the Regional
Economic Strategy, enhancing the Manufacturing and Industrial Centers, and other key PSRC
efforts in 2021. Continue to monitor and provide support, as needed, to the Regional Aviation
Baseline Study. Advocate for Port interests in the agency's regional passenger ferry service
study. 
Seattle  Waterfront  Clean  Energy  Strategic  Plan:  In  coordination  with  Maritime
Environmental, secure partnerships with other jurisdictions towards modernizing the electrical
power distribution grid to provide clean energy to Seattle's working waterfront to increase
regional competitiveness, create jobs, improve community health, and confront climate 
change, focusing shore power capital improvement at Pier 66. 
State and Federal Legislative Agendas: Work in coordination and enhance activities related to
implementing the Port's 2021 State and Federal legislative agendas, including: industrial lands
preservation and enhancement; transportation projects and funding requests; coordination
around seeking equity among transportation network providers; efforts to study future regional
air  capacity  and  air  cargo; noise  insulation  grant  funding,  and  federal  policy  change  for
insulating previously insulated properties; partnerships on use of sustainable aviation fuels;
ongoing support for studying the relationship between aviation activity, ultrafine particulate
emissions, and air quality generally; and coordination on anti-human trafficking efforts. Support

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changes to federal policies, regulations and programs to better align with local community
priorities as identified by the Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART). 
Taxes and Bonds: Monitor proposed local measures which may increase taxes and fees to
users of Port-owned facilities. 
ATTACHMENTS TO THIS BRIEFING 
(1)   Presentation slides 
PREVIOUS COMMISSION ACTIONS OR BRIEFINGS 
January 12, 2021 -- The Commission was briefed on the 2021 Local and Regional Priorities. 
February 25, 2020  The Commission approved the 2020 Local and Regional Policy Priorities 
February 11, 2020  The Commission was briefed on 2020 Local and Regional Priorities. 
January 22, 2019  The Commission approved 2019 Local and Regional Policy Priorities. 
January 8, 2019  The Commission was briefed on 2019 Local and Regional Policy Priorities. 
February 27, 2018  The Commission approved 2018 Local and Regional Policy Priorities. 
February 13, 2018  The Commission was briefed on 2018 Local and Regional Priorities 











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