Item No.: 6d_Supp 
Date: September 25, 2018 
Commission Chambers Refresh
& Lobby Improvements 
Chamber Refresh: CIP#:C800216 
Lobby Improvements: U00488

Commission Request 
Request Commission authorization for the Executive Director to support two
related modernization projects at the Port's Pier 69 Main Office: 
$218,000 to refresh Commission Chambers
$163,000 to make improvements to the lobby 
These two projects represent the first significant investments made in the
Commission Chambers and the Lobby since the building renovation was
completed in 1993. 

Investing in Port of Seattle P69 Facility 
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Project Goals 
Provide a more inviting multi-functional space for reception, waiting, casual
meetings, and commission meetings. 
Improve security and lines of sight. 
Provide an area to engage and educate the public. 
Refresh furnishings and finishes; redesign reception desk to be ADA compliant. 
Improve lighting and acoustics. 
Exercise design constraint to ensure architectural consistency and integrity
with existing building architecture. 

Updating Lobby and Commission Chambers 
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New Investment Needed 
Commission Chambers 
Carpet is showing its age and is delaminating 
Routing of audio/visual cabling is haphazard and unsightly 
Acoustic ceiling is damaged in several areas. 
Lobby 
Existing lobby space plan hinders reception staff visibility 
Existing  furnishings  are  showing  wear  and  tear  and  provide 
substandard accessibility; reception desk is not ADA compliant. 
Installation  of  an  improved,  modern  video  display  area  would 
enhance public understanding and engagement by highlighting Port 
operations, projects, and achievements. 
Existing Furnishings and Finishes are 25 Years Old 
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Existing Conditions 
Furnishings and Finishes are 25 Years Old 





Acoustic ceiling is damaged in several areas / ceiling access is difficult as currently designed. 
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Existing Conditions 



Acoustic tile damage 
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Existing Conditions 



Carpet has delaminated from backing. 
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Existing Conditions 



Cable routing will be improved / free standing furniture will be replaced with unified pieces. 
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Existing Conditions 



Video display and seating area will be updated and improved. 
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Existing Conditions 



Modifying and relocating model displays will improve visibility. 
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Schematic Design 



Improved Visibility, New Furnishings, Improved Video Display Area 
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Artworks will be returned
to the wall. 

Updating Commission Chambers 
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Updating Commission Chambers 
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