Commissioners                                               Tay Yoshitani 
Chief Executive Officer 
Bill Bryant 
Chair and President 
John Creighton                           P.O. Box 1209 
Patricia Davis                           Seattle, Washington 98111 
Lloyd Hara                             www. portseattle.org 
Gael Tarleton                              206.787.3000 

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APPROVED MINUTES 
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 1, 2009 
The Port of Seattle Commission met in a regular meeting at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, 
September 1, 2009 in the Commission Chambers at Pier 69, 2711 Alaskan Way, Seattle,
WA. Commissioners Creighton, Davis, Hara and Tarleton were present. Commissioner
Bryant was absent. 
1.     CALL TO ORDER 
The regular meeting was called to order at 1:05 p.m. by Gael Tarleton, Vice-Chair and
Vice-President. 
2.     EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to RCW 42.30.110 
None. 
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 
3.     APPROVAL OF MINUTES 
(00:01:07) Motion for approv al of the minutes of the July 28 regular meeting - 
Creighton 
Second  Hara 
In Favor: Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (4) 
Commissioner Bryant was absent for the vote 

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4.    SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 
None. 
5.    UNANIMOUS CONSENT CALENDAR 
It was noted that Item 5a would be removed from the unanimous consent calendar for
discussion and a separate vote. 
b.  (00:01:46) Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to execute a contract
for the Real Estate Division to enter into a solicitation process to hire a third-party
manager for the World Trade Center West Building. 
Request document: Commission agenda memorandum dated August 14, 2009 from
Melinda Miller, Director, Real Estate Portfolio and Pat Spangler, Real Estate Manager 
Motion for approval of Item 5b  Davis 
Second  Creighton 
Motion carried by the following vote: 
In Favor: Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (4) 
Commissioner Bryant was absent for the vote 
a.   (00:03:06) Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to enter into an
Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Professional Service Agreement for
hydrologic and hydraulic services to be used to support Aviation, Seaport, Real
Estate and Capital Development Divisions' Service Directives. The IDIQ contract
term will be for three years and will not exceed $750,000. 
Request document: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 28, 2009 from
Elizabeth Leavitt, Director, Aviation Environmental Programs 
Available for questions: Bob Duffner, Environmental Program Supervisor, Aviation 
Commissioner Hara asked whether the proposed IDIQ contract could be divided up into
smaller contracts and also whether the Office of Social Responsibility had been contacted
in this regard. 
Mr. Duffner responded that small business opportunities had been identified and
analyzed, and it was decided that there were some small business opportunities available
within the contract. However, because it is an IDIQ contract, it was determined that it

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would be best to put small business opportunities into the contract as a goal for the
contractor, and that within the procurement, the contractor identify a minimum of two
small businesses to be subcontracted for the final contract with a certain amount of work
as a goal to be completed by those businesses. 
Commissioner Hara stated his appreciation for the goal noted by Mr. Duffner, but
commented on his concern of not having more assurance that it would in fact happen.
Mr. Duffner agreed that staff would talk further with CPO and OSR to see how that
might be implemented. 
Ralph Graves, Managing Director, Capital Development Division, clarified that there was
nothing within the contract advertisement which precluded a small business from bidding
on it. He also addressed the issue of having a goal versus a firm requirement, stating that
it was due to the indefinite nature of the work. 
Commissioner Tarleton concurred with Commissioner Hara"s sentiment that there should
be equal access and awareness of the opportunities to bid on these various components of 
contracts. 
Mr. Graves reiterated that each contractor that bids on this contract will need to provide
within its proposed team at least two small businesses. 
Motion for approval of Item 5a, with the caveat that staff return to report on the
final outcome of the bids that are received  Creighton 
Second: Davis 
Motion carried by the following vote: 
In Favor: Creighton, Davis, Tarleton (3) 
Opposed: Hara (1) 
Commissioner Bryant was absent for the vote. 
Item 7a was advanced on the agenda as follows: 
7.   STAFF BRIEFINGS 
a.  (00:04:51) Organized Labor Briefing 
Presentation documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated August 18, 2009,
attachment, and computer slide presentation from Gary Schmitt, Labor Relations Director 
Presenter: Mr. Schmitt 

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Mr. Schmitt provided a brief historical overview of some of the labor unions at the Port
of Seattle, including the Longshoremen, which originated in the late 19th century and
Teamsters Local 174, who is celebrating their centennial this month. He noted the
importance of recognizing the length of time the Port has been in partnership with Labor. 
Mr. Schmitt stated that roughly 50% of the employees at the Port are unionized and are
represented by sixteen labor unions, and commented that job classifications with the
highest union representation are the maintenance departments at both the Airport and
Seaport as well as Police personnel. The largest unions at the Port include the
International Brotherhood of Teamsters, The International Longshoremen Workers
Union, and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. 
Mr. Schmitt also noted the fact that Port tenants and customers have unionized
workforces at both the Seaport and Airport. At the Airport these jobs are primarily
airline, concession and construction positions while at the Seaport they are primarily
transportation jobs, such as dock workers and rail workers. Some of the projects
employing union workers include the Consolidated Rental Car Facility, Runway 16L
Reconstruction, Third Runway Construction, and the Terminal 91 Cruise Ship Terminal. 
Commissioner Davis commented on the importance of partnership with Labor, especially
since there is currently such an intensely competitive environment among the west coast
ports. 
Commissioner Tarleton commented on the important relationship of the item and its
relationship to Labor Day. 
6.   DIVISION, CORPORATE AND COMMISSION ACTION ITEMS 
a.  (00:29:29) Request for Port Commission to adopt a motion honoring Labor
Day. 
Request documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated August 18, 2009 from
Mary Gin Kennedy, Director, Commission Services and proposed motion 
Presenter: Ms. Kennedy 
Ms. Kennedy provided information on the motion honoring Labor Day, and honoring the
hard work of men and women who are at the Port and in Port-related industries, both
unionized and non-represented. She acknowledged the belt-tightening that everyone who
works at the Port had done in response to the economic situation, and recognized the
sacrifice of doing so. 
Commissioner Hara read into the record the motion as follows: 
"The Port Commission of the Port of Seattle hereby acknowledges the essential role
of working men and women employed at the Port or in Port-related industries and

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congratulates them on the occasion of Labor Day 2009. It is through their hard
work that the Port of Seattle has grown and thrived. It will be the workers at the
Port and at all of our Port partners who will help our region and State through this
recession and into economic recovery." 
Commissioner acknowledged members of unions in attendance and expressed his
appreciation for them coming to the meeting. 
Second - Creighton 
Motion carried by the following vote: 
In Favor: Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (4) 
Commissioner Bryant was absent for the vote.
b.  (00:36:29) Request for the Port Commission to adopt a motion re -affirming
commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity. 
Request documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated August 21, 2009 from
Mary Gin Kennedy, Director, Commission Services and proposed motion 
Presenter: Ms. Kennedy 
Ms. Kennedy commented on the Port"s commitment to the fundamental principles of
non-discrimination and equal opportunity, noting that the policies apply to the Port"s
employees, customers, consultants, contractors and vendors. She stated that since it has
been some time since the policies were reviewed, it seemed appropriate at this time to
request that these policies be refreshed and looked at in the scope of applicable state and
federal laws.
Commissioner Creighton noted that the motion to be proposed came out of a request from
a member of the local Muslim community regarding training in the Port Police
Department. He emphasized his belief that the new Police Chief has really brought focus
and an orientation toward the community back to the Police Department. He stated that
the department"s training course had been reviewed, and alternative training had been
found. 
Motion for approval of Item 6b  Davis 
The motion was read into the record by Commissioner Davis as follows: 
The Port Commission endorses the Port's long-standing policies of non-
discrimination and equal opportunity. The rights guaranteed by these policies shall
be afforded to our workforce, customers, consultants, contractors and vendors. The
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hate; respectful of different beliefs, cultures and points of view; and based on the
principle of equal opportunity. The Port Commission hereby directs the Chief
Executive Officer to review the current non-discrimination and equal opportunity
policies to determine if they are up-to-date and to recommend any appropriate
changes to the Port Commission in compliance with all applicable federal and state
equal opportunity laws and regulations. 
Second: Commissioner Hara offered a second to the motion as well as a friendly
amendment to the language, which was accepted by Commissioner Davis 
Vote to amend the motion carried by the following vote: 
In Favor: Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (4) 
Commissioner Bryant was absent for the vote 
Vote on motion, as amended carried by the following vote: 
In Favor: Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (4) 
Commissioner Bryant was absent for the vote 
c.  (00:44:07) Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to approve the use of
Port crews for the major modification of the South Central Terminal Grease
Duct System where the estimated cost is $325,000. No additional funding is
requested. The project budget of $511,000 will not change. 
Request documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated August 25, 2009 from
Ralph Graves, Director, Capital Development Division; Dwight Rives, General Manager,
Port Construction Services; and Bob Riley, Director, Aviation Capital Improvement
Program 
Presenter: Mr. Riley 
Mr. Riley stated that this request is to change the method by which repairs to the grease
duct system would be made, and reiterated that there would be no change to the budget.
It noted that it was a request for Port Construction Services to perform the repair work. 
Motion for approval of Item 6c  Davis 
Second  Hara 
Motion carried by the following vote: 
In Favor: Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (4) 

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Commissioner Bryant was absent for the vote 
7.   STAFF BRIEFINGS 
b.  (00:49:01) Briefing on the Annual Review and Proposed Changes to Resolut ion
No. 3605, as amended. 
Presentation documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated August 20, 2009,
computer slide presentation from Tom Barnard, Research and Policy Analyst and Ralph
Graves, Managing Director, Capital Development Division. Also provided was a copy of
Resolution No. 3605, as amended. 
Presenters: Mr. Barnard and Mr. Graves 
Mr. Graves noted that at the adoption of Resolution 3605, staff agreed to return to
Commission within 12-18 months with a review of the Resolution. He noted that the
briefing today would be to begin a discussion of possible revisions to the Resolution, and
hoped to have any revisions incorporated by sometime in October. 
Mr. Barnard provided background on Resolution 3605, noting that it provides improved
oversight of the Port"s capital construction programs and also clarifies when and how
staff must gain Commission approval of Port projects. In order to ensure the Resolution
was understood and implemented, he commented on training provided to departmental
working groups, the formation of a group who could answer questions involving
implementation, and the creation of a web page on the Port"s Compass page which
included "Frequently Asked Questions" (FAQ). 
Mr. Graves reviewed several areas within the Resolution which staff anticipates revising
following further discussion and input from the Commission. Mr. Barnard mentioned
areas in which language only might be changed in order to provide further clarifications. 
Sections of the Resolution proposed to have revisions included the amount of authority
given to the CEO to procure "Goods and Services," approval of maintenance work, and
approval of Small Works Construction contracts. 
Commissioner Creighton raised the thought that clarification as to what constitutes an
"engineer"s estimate" be incorporated into the revisions. Staff agreed with Commissioner
Creighton"s suggestion. 
Commissioner Davis suggested that it might be helpful for Lindsay Pulsifer (General
Manager, Seaport Maintenance) to attend the meeting for First Reading of the Resolution
in order to answer any questions regarding possible impacts to the Maintenance
Department. 
Mr. Barnard stated that staff would hope to receive feedback on proposed revisions to
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would be made. At time, staff would return to Commission (anticipated date of
September 17, 2009) for First Reading and introduction of any final edits. Staff would
then return to Commission sometime in October for Second Reading and Final Passage. 
Commissioner Davis requested that if there are suggested revisions prior to First Reading
they be circulated to the Commission so they have a chance for review in advance. 
Mr. Barnard confirmed that the Resolution would be posted for public comment for a
period of at least 30 days between First and Second Readings. 
On a separate issue, Commissioner Hara stressed the need for timeliness of payments to
Port contractors. Staff responded that this issue was being addressed; that it can be
related to final completion of documentation of work done, and that good progress is
being made. 
Commissioner Tarleton commented on the importance of the current Commission
completing the revisions to the Resolution for next year as it would be difficult for any
amount of familiarity with the issues to be taken on by a new Commission. 
c.  (01:51:07) Capital Improvement Projects Report for the Second Quarter 2009 
Presentation documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated August 24, 2009;
computer slide presentation; and report from Ralph Graves, Managing Director, Capital
Development Division. 
Presenter: Mr. Graves 
Mr. Graves noted that the Second Quarter Report had been provided to the Commission
and the public and was also posted on the website. He stated that there are 85 total
projects in the report, 42 of which are within or ahead of target schedule and budget, 41
of which have either their target schedule or budget off, and 2 projects that have both
schedule and budget off. He reviewed the overall status of the Aviation division projects
as well as reported on projects with variances. He then reported on project status and
variances for the Seaport, Real Estate and Corporate divisions. 
8.   NEW BUSINESS 
(02:05:12) Commissioner Tarleton stated that the New Business portion of the agenda
would be to allow public comment from Nickelsville residents. Prior to public comment,
Mike Merritt, Manager, Local Government Relations, provided background information
of Nickelsville and their recent move to and encampment on Port property at Terminal
107. He acknowledged the unfortunate death of one of the Nickelsville residents over the
past weekend, noting that the cause of death was unknown at this time, but that an
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Mr. Merritt stated that after discussions between the Port and State legislator as well as
city and county official regarding use of Port"s property for homeless individuals, CEO
Yoshitani made the decision to order a notice of trespass, effective September 30, 2009. 
Public comment was then received from the following individuals: 
Leslie Peterson, resident of Highland Park. Ms. Peterson stated that she is a
Nickelsville supporter and would like to see them accomplish their goals. Ms.
Peterson asked that Commissioners visit Nickelsville and also continue to work
with Nickelsville toward meeting their goals. 
Beatrice Friber, one of the founders of Nickelsville and former resident of Tent
City #3. Ms. Friber commented on the need for more safe housing for the
homeless of King County. She asked for further practice of compassion, justice
and common sense and asked that the Port keep working with Nickelsville to find
a solution. 
John Christenson. Mr. Christensen stated that he had moved to Seattle from
Montana, feels safe at Nickelsville, and is disappointed in the Commission"s
response. 
Richard Blake. Mr. Blake noted his support of Nickelsville and commented that
the goal was to find a permanent location for the group. 
Steven LaForge stated his belief that Nickelsville is an innovation in trying to
handle poverty and homelessness, and that a location is being sought for possibly
1,000 people to live in. He also invited the Commissioners to visit Nickelsville. 
Cat Glasspoole, Nickelsville resident. Ms. Glasspoole commented that she feels it
is a safe place for her and needs time to find a stable place. 
Brigid Hagan, Nickelsville supporter, who commented on the need for people to
stay until the can find their own permanent housing. 
Estela Ortega, Executive Director, El Centro de la Reza, who commented that tent
cities and Nickelsvilles are changing people"s lives and noted that she would like
to see an additional 2 months for the Nickelsville encampment to remain. 
Sylvia Rubio, Lead Case Manager of Homeless Assistance Program at El Centro
de la Reza, who asked that the Commission keep an open mind about Nickelsville
and allow them to stay beyond the current September 30 deadline. 
Enrique Gonzales, El Centro de la Reza. Mr. Gonzales asked for a brief moment
of silence in honor of the Nickelsville resident who died there over the past
weekend. Mr. Gonzales asked that the Port look at this as an opportunity to
partner with an organization and with the community to help these people make
the best of their lives. 
George L. Storm, friend of Nickelsville. Mr. Storm stated that he would like to
find a way to figure out a 2-year solution to the Nickelsville situation, and spoke
about discrimination which occurs at an economic level. 
Janice Connelly, member of WHEEL and Women in Black, a group who stands
for people who die outside or by violence. She stated that Nickelsville offers
safety, structure and stability and asked that the Port extend the period for
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Julian Matty, resident at Nickelsville who stated that Nickelsville is a safe place
and there is nowhere else to go. 
A letter to the Commissioners dated September 1, 2009 signed by
residents/supporters of Nickelsville was provided. A copy of the letter is, by
reference, made a part of these minutes, is marked Exhibit "A," and is on file in
Port offices. 
Written comments from the following individuals were received: Angelina
Bailey; Terry Bailey; Crystal Cheairs; Marisa Laufer; Pamela Kliment; Dave
McCracken; Douglas Risedorf; and Karen Morris. Copies of the written
comments are, by reference made a part of these minutes; are collectively marked
Exhibit "B," and are on file in Port offices. 
Commissioner Davis expressed her appreciation on the respectful way in which those
who presented gave their comments. She stated that the Commission has also previously
heard comments from people who had serious concerns about Nickelsville. She noted
that the Port has to obey the law no matter what and she reiterated that Mr. Yoshitani"s
decision to allow 30 additional days for the encampment stay would remain as a final
decision, but she hoped that a more permanent solution would be found. She noted 4
laws that she finds herself unable to wish the Commission to break, those being the
Shoreline Management Act; statues which disallow the "Nickelsville" type of use on
public property; the city ordinance which doesn"t allow housing on particular properties
in Seattle; and the State Audit Office"s finding prohibiting the Port from giving any kind
of charity or public funds for things outside of trade and economic development.
Commissioner Tarleton noted her agreement that we do need more creativity and
innovation to help solve these very difficult problems. 
Commissioner Creighton agreed on the importance of working to find a more permanent
solution. 
Commissioner Hara stated that it is important that the Port Commission work actively
with those who have the legal authority to proceed with the homeless issue.
9.   POLICY ROUNDTABLE 
None. 
10. ADJOURNMENT 
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m. 
(A digital recording of the meeting is available on the Port"s website.) 

Lloyd Hara 
Secretary 

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