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APPROVED MINUTES 
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 2018 
The Port of Seattle Commission met in a regular meeting Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in the
International   Auditorium   at   Seattle-Tacoma   International   Airport,   Seattle,   Washington.
Commissioners Bowman, Calkins, Felleman, Gregoire, and Steinbrueck were present. 
1.    CALL to ORDER 
Pursuant to Article IV, Section 8, of the Commission Bylaws, the meeting convened at 11:05 a.m.
to conduct an executive session. 
2.    EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to RCW 42.30.110 
The notice posted during the executive session included one matter relating to performance of a
public employee, one matter related to legal risk, and one matter related to legal risk and
performance of a publicly bid contract. The time for reconvening was posted as 12:00 noon, in
accordance with commission bylaws and the public meeting notice previously published. Following
the executive session, which lasted approximately 60 minutes, the public meeting reconvened at
12:11 p.m. Commissioner Gregoire led the flag salute. 
3.    APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 
Without objection, the preliminary agenda was revised to lay on the table item 9c. 
4. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT 
Executive Director Steve Metruck previewed items on the day's agenda and made
announcements. 
5.    PUBLIC COMMENT 
Without objection, the time allocated to overall public comment was extended to 1:15 p.m. 
Comment was received from the following individual(s): 
Joshua Welter, Teamsters Local 117, regarding airport taxis. 
Harinder Singh, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Simranjit Dhaliwal, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Fitaber Gudina, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Suldan Mohamed, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Worku Belayneh, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Bachitter Singh, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Walelegn Tesfaye, Eastside for Hire, regarding airport taxis. 

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Daljit S. Kahlon, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Samuel Mengesha, Eastside for Hire, regarding airport taxis. 
Abas Ahmer, Eastside for Hire, regarding airport taxis. 
Abdirahman Esmayeel, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Begashaw Woldemeskel, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Nega Wondimagegn, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Steve Edmiston, regarding impacts to airport communities. Mr. Edmiston submitted
written materials, which are attached as minutes Exhibit A. 
Dana Hollaway, Quiet Skies Puget Sound, regarding the Sustainable Airport Master Plan. 
J.C. Harris, Des Moines, regarding impacts to airport communities. 
Bushira Ouner, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Eskinder Yirgu, taxi driver, regarding airport taxis. 
Commissioner Gregoire announced the availability of a statement by the port on the Eastside
for Hire fleet reduction proposal, which is attached as minutes Exhibit B. 
6.    UNANIMOUS CONSENT CALENDAR 
[Clerk's Note: Items on the Unanimous Consent Calendar are not individually discussed.
Commissioners may remove items for separate discussion and vote when approving the agenda.] 
6a.  Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of November 28 and the special meeting
of December 14, 2017. 
6b.  Adoption of Resolution No. 3747: A resolution of the Port of Seattle Commission
establishing a Welcoming Port Policy Directive on increased engagement with, and
support for, immigrant and refugee communities. 
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and draft resolution. The adopted version
of Resolution No. 3747 is attached. 
6c.  Adoption of Resolution 3748: A resolution of the Port Commission of the Port of Seattle
restating the Port of Seattle Statement of Investment Policy; repealing Resolution No.
3663 in its entirety; and adopting the State Treasurer's Resolution Authorizing
Investment of the Port of Seattle's Monies in the Local Government Investment Pool. 
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum, draft resolution, Exhibit A, and Exhibit B. 
The adopted version of Resolution No. 3748 is attached. 
6d.  Adoption of Resolution No. 3749: A resolution of the Port Commission of the Port of
Seattle authorizing the issuance and sale of intermediate lien revenue bonds in one or
more series in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $700,000,000, for the
purpose of financing or refinancing capital improvements to aviation facilities; setting
forth certain bond terms and covenants; and delegating authority to approve final
terms and conditions and the sale of the bonds. 

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Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and draft resolution. The adopted version
of Resolution No. 3749 is attached. 
6e.  Authorization for the Executive Director to execute a proposed settlement agreement
with Great American Insurance Company to resolve remaining claims relating to
defense  costs  for  environmental  investigation  and  cleanup  incurred  through
December 31, 2014. 
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and settlement agreement. 
6f.   Authorization for the Executive Director to (1) complete design of the Concourse C
Ramp Space Renovation project at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport; (2) advertise
and execute a major public works contract for the renovation project; (3) proceed with
construction; and (4) use Port crews to complete the work. This single authorization is
for $1,939,000 of a total estimated project cost of $2,100,000. (CIP #C800986). 
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides. 
6g.  Authorization for international travel in May and June 2018 to British Columbia. 
Request document(s) included a revised agenda memorandum. 
The motion for approval of consent items 6a, 6b, 6c, 6d, 6e, 6f, and 6g carried by the
following vote: 
In favor: Bowman, Calkins, Felleman, Gregoire, Steinbrueck (5) 
7.    SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS 
7a.  2018 Special Olympics USA Games Seattle. 
Presentation document(s) included an agenda memorandum, presentation slides, and short videos 
that are available upon request. Supplemental materials about the Special Olympics were provided
at the time of the presentation and are attached as minutes Exhibit C. 
Presenter(s):  Daniel  Zenk,  Senior  Manager,  Airport  Operations;  Sally  del  Fierro,  Director,
Community Engagement; Beth Knox, President and CEO, Special Olympics USA Games; and
2018 Special Olympics Athlete Tim Dempsey, Swimmer. 
Mr. Dempsey described his participation in the Special Olympics, including the events in which he
competes and his leadership outreach to youth in area schools. Ms. Knox described the purpose
and extent of the Special Olympics and presented two short videos to highlight the transformative
effect of the games on the athletes who participate. The 2018 games are being held in Seattle, and
preparations  at  Seattle-Tacoma  International  Airport  in  anticipation  of  the  games  were
summarized. Commissioners commented on Special-Olympics-related logistics at the airport and
expressed their appreciation to athletes and their families. 

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8.    AUTHORIZATIONS AND FINAL ACTIONS 
8a.  Adoption of Motion 2018-08: A motion of the Port of Seattle Commission to develop a
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gender-inclusive restroom plan. 
Request document(s) included a draft motion. The adopted version of Motion 2018-08 is attached. 
Presenter(s): Aaron Pritchard, Commission Policy Manager; Heather Karch, Architect, Aviation
Facilities & Infrastructure; and Beth Britz, Aviation Maintenance, Capital Projects Liaison. 
The background for the motion was described, signage and wayfinding considerations were
discussed, and the relationship of proposals for gender-inclusive restrooms to building code
requirements were clarified. Commissioner Bowman pointed out that considerable work had been
done previously on the subject of gender-inclusive restrooms for the port and provided written
materials, which are attached as minutes Exhibit D. 
The text of the motion reads as follows: 
The commission hereby directs port staff to develop a plan to ensure that all
existing and future single-occupant restrooms at Seattle-Tacoma International
Airport (Sea-Tac), beyond meeting the requirements set by the Washington State
Building Code (WSBC), are designated for use by any person, regardless of sex or
gender identity,1 and that appropriate signage is used to indicate this fact. The
plan will be due to commission by September 30, 2018. 
A temporary port working group shall be established to develop recommendations
on future restroom design and gender-inclusive signage. The working group will
produce a final report that includes recommended design and signage, timelines,
costs, alternatives, and implications considered. The working group will include, 
but not be limited to, representatives from the following: the Aviation team such
as Aviation Operations, Capital Programs, Aviation Project Management Group,
Aviation Facilities and Infrastructure, Airport Building Department, and Aviation
Customer Service Department; Development and Diversity Council; Capital
Development; Public Affairs; and Employee Resource Groups. The working group
shall also seek input from community stakeholders. 
In addition, the commission directs port staff to explore whether this requirement
can be applied to all existing and future single-occupant restrooms at all port
facilities  and  be  referred  to  a  commission  committee  for  future  policy
development consideration. 
The motion for adoption of Motion 2018-08 (agenda item 8a) carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Bowman, Calkins, Felleman, Gregoire, Steinbrueck (5) 
Agenda item 8b was removed from the agenda prior to publication. 
8c.  Authorization for the Executive Director to advertise and execute a contract for up to
three years, a one-year base contract with two one-year options of seasonal customer

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service staffing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for an estimated contract value
of $2,740,000. 
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum. 
Presenter(s): Daniel Zenk, Senior Manager Airport Operations, Terminal Operations; Julie Collins,
Director Customer Experience & Branding, Aviation Customer Service; and Jim Peterson, Manager
Airport Operations Passenger Experience, Aviation Customer Service. 
The role of the requested seasonal staffing was summarized. Commissioners asked for
clarifications and commented on the need for diversity among pathfinders, clear identification of the
staff, and improved signage, especially to encourage use of public transit. The alternative of hiring
port employees to provide the services was discussed. 
The motion for approval of agenda item 8c carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Bowman, Calkins, Felleman, Gregoire, Steinbrueck (5) 
8d.  Authorization for the Executive Director to sign a memorandum of understanding in
substantially  the  form  attached  with  the  Washington  State  Department  of
Transportation and other local agency  partners to formally outline the plan and
schedule for local entities providing matching funds for the construction of the Puget
Sound Gateway Program. 
Request  document(s)  included  an  agenda  memorandum,  presentation  slides,  and  draft
memorandum of understanding. 
Presenter(s): Eric ffitch, Manager, State Government Relations, and Craig Stone, Puget Sound
Gateway Program Administrator, Washington State Department of Transportation. 
The scope of the program was described and involves completion of SR-509 and SR-167. Various
funding sources for the work were outlined. It was explained that the current agreement does not
obligate the port to specific funding terms but signals the port's commitment to participate via the
terms of a future interlocal agreement. 
The motion for approval of agenda item 8d carried by the following vote: 
In favor: Bowman, Calkins, Felleman, Gregoire, Steinbrueck (5) 
9.    PRESENTATIONS, REPORTS, and STAFF BRIEFINGS 
9a.  2019 Budget Process and Development Briefing. 
Presentation document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides. 
Presenter(s): Michael Tong, Assistant Finance Director, Budget, and Dan Thomas, Chief Financial
Officer. 

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The  budget  plan  and  calendar  for  developing  the  2019  port  budget  were  presented.
Commissioners commented on concerns over budget creep and the merits and appropriate timing
to consider zero-based budgeting for the port. Commissioners asked staff to keep open options
related to the tax levy and possible liquidation of assets. 
Agenda item 9b was removed from the agenda prior to publication. 
As noted above, agenda item 9c was laid on the table. 
9d.  2018 Q1 NorthSTAR Program and North Satellite Project (CIP #C800556) Briefing. 
Presentation document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides. 
Presenter(s): Ken Warren, Capital Project Manager, Aviation Project Management Group, and
George England, Senior Capital Program Leader, Aviation Project Management Group. 
Commissioners received an update on the background and progress of the NorthSTAR program
and North Satellite project at the airport. Commissioners commented on publicizing the coming
features of the project and asked for clarification on the contracting model and contractor
performance. 
10.  QUESTIONS on REFERRAL to COMMITTEE  None. 
11.  ADJOURNMENT 
There was no further business, and the meeting adjourned at 3:12 p.m. 

Prepared:                                      Attest: 
Paul J. White, Commission Clerk                Ryan Calkins, Commission Secretary 
Minutes approved: September 11, 2018. 






Minutes of May 22, 2018, submitted for review on July 23, 2018, and proposed for approval on September 11, 2018.