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Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
4. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
None.
5. (00:01:50) UNANIMOUS CONSENT CALENDAR
It was noted that Item 5c would be removed from the unanimous consent calendar for
discussion and a separate vote.
a. Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to enter into an IDIQ contract for
Baggage Handling Design services to be used to support projects Port-wide. The
total amount for this contract will not exceed $3 million. Funds for work under
the contract will be approved on a project-by-project basis or as part of
Operating budgets.
Request document: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 2, 2009 from Ed
Weitz, Capital Project Manager
b. Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to advertise for and enter into one
or two IDIQ contracts for regulated materials management (RMM) consultant
services to support Aviation, Seaport, Real Estate and Capital Development
Division project needs. The IDIQ contracts will not exceed $500,000 for each
contract for a total amount not to exceed $1 million.
Request document: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 13, 2009 from Ralph
Graves, Managing Director, Capital Development Division
c. Item removed from consent calendar for a separate vote.
d. Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to execute all necessary documents
to acquire by purchase a portion of the private roadway (Property) owned by
Washington Memorial Park and located off International Boulevard and South
160
th
Street in SeaTac, Washington
Request documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated May 12, 2009 from James
R. Schone, Director, Aviation Business Development and W. Allan Royal, Manager, Port
Real Estate Development; computer slide presentation, and draft purchase and sale
agreement.
e. Authorization to establish a 7.4% interest rate on a Port Investment to partially
fund the costs associated with the design and construction of the Consolidated
Rental Car Facility (CRCF) program.
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Request document: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 9, 2009 from James R.
Schone, Director, Aviation Business Development; R. Borgan Anderson, Manager,
Aviation Finance and Budget; and Elizabeth Morrison, Senior Manager, Corporate
Finance
f. Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to execute a pedestrian crossing
construction and maintenance agreement with BNSF at Klickitat Avenue SW for
the T18 expansion project for an estimated project cost of $325,000.
Request document: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 8, 2009 from Michael
Burke, Senior Manager, Container Leasing and Operations and Catherine Chu, Capital
Project Manager; and grade crossing construction and maintenance agreement
g. Authorization for the General Counsel to engage legal counsel to represent Bob
Riley in an investigation by the State Board of Engineers, subject to the
limitations set forth in RCW 53.08.208.
Motion authorizing General Counsel to engage legal counsel, as follows:
“The Commission authorizes the General Counsel to engage legal counsel for the purpose
of representing Robert Riley in the investigation by the State Board of Engineers, subject
to the limitations set forth in RCW 53.08.208.
Motion for approval of Unanimous Consent Items 5a, 5b, 5d, 5e, 5f, 5g Davis
Second Creighton
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
c. (00:03:02) Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to execute an
amendment to extend the Lease and Concession Agreement of Host International
(Host Duty Free) for duty free retail operations at Seattle-Tacoma International
Airport (Airport) in 2010.
Request documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 1, 2009 from James
R. Schone, Director, Aviation Business Development and Deanna Zachrisson, Manager,
Aviation Concessions; and copy of amendment to lease and concessions agreement.
Responding to a question from Commissioner Hara, Ms. Zachrisson clarified that today’s
request was for an extension for Host Duty free for only one year, until the end of 2010,
and that during that time, Host would be paying additional rent. She stated that Host will
be leaving the duty free business at the end of that contract period, and that staff would be
going out next year for a competitive bid.
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Motion for approval of Item 5c Hara
Second Davis
Motion carried by the following vote:
In favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
6. DIVISION, CORPORATE, AND COMMISSION ACTION ITEMS
a. (00:08:05) Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to prepare the design
for the Miller Creek Relocation Revisions and 160
th
Street Culvert Removal, Third
Runway Environmental Mitigation at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport,
including procuring and executing service agreements with consultants to perform
design and construction support services and prepare contract documents.
Request documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated May 82, 2009 from
Elizabeth Leavitt, Manager, Aviation Environmental Department and Robert F. Riley,
Director, Aviation Capital Improvement Program; and computer slide presentation
reflecting areas being addressed in the request.
Presenters: Bob Duffner, Environmental Program Supervisor, Aviation Environmental
Programs and Scott Kyles, Capital Project Manager.
Staff provided background of the project, noting that it is part of the overall
environmental mitigation for the Third Runway. It was stated that staff would return in
early 2010 with a request for authorization for construction and advertisement of the
work per Resolution No. 3605.
It was clarified that this request was to only seek authorization and no new funds were
being requested; that it would not raise the CPE (Cost Per Enplanement); and that the
project will generate $106,000 in sales tax which will go to general purpose government.
Commissioner Tarleton comments on the importance of environmental mitigation as
related to the Third Runway project.
Motion for approval of Item 6a Davis
Second: Creighton
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
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The Port Commission regular meeting was recessed to a special meeting of the Industrial
Development Corporation (IDC) of the Port of Seattle.
b. (00:24:37) Adoption of IDC Resolution No. 75, authorizing the transfer of
surplus funds in the sum of $10,000 from the Industrial Development Corporation
to the Port of Seattle for the provision of training in public sector management skills
necessary to implement the economic development programs of the Port.
Request documents: IDC memorandum dated July 10, 2009 from Diane Campbell,
Corporate Financial Analyst and Annalee Luhman, Learning and Leadership Manager
Presenter: Ms. Campbell
Motion for adoption of IDC Resolution No. 75 Tarleton
Second Hara
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
The special meeting of the Industrial Development was adjourned and the regular
meeting of the Port Commission was reconvened.
c. (00:33:14) Resolution No. 3625, First Reading. Amending the 2009 Salary and
Benefit Resolution No. 3609 to provide for a Voluntary Separation Program (VSP).
At the introduction of Item 6c, it was noted that the request would also include a request
for Second Reading and Final Passage of Resolution No. 3625.
Request document: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 21, 2009 from David
Henderson, Senior Manager, Total Compensation
Presenter: Mr. Henderson
Mr. Henderson provided background on the proposed amendment to the 2009 Salary and
Benefit resolution, which would provide for the implementation of a voluntary separation
program, which would be useful in meeting financial challenges resulting from current
dire economic environments. A key component of the 2009 VSP would be that Extended
Illness or Sick Leave hours would be cashed out at 100% rather than 50%, which is
normally the case. Other key components would be the inclusion of a severance benefit
of six days pay for each year of continuous Port of Seattle employment and six months of
Port-paid medical and dental coverage. In exchange, the employee may not work for, or
provide services to, the Port in any capacity in exchange for any form of compensation
for two years.
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Commissioner Hara stated that he would be voting no on the proposed resolution,
commenting that he felt it was important to have more discussion of resolutions than is
allowed when First and Second Readings are held at the same meeting.
Motion to allow First, Second Readings and Final Passage Davis
Second: Creighton
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
Motion for First Reading of Resolution No. 3625 Creighton
Second - Davis
Commissioner Tarleton offered an amendment to the Resolution language, which would
add at the end of the third WHEREAS the words ‘for fiscal year 2009’ and would add
within the new proposed paragraph IX, in the first sentence, the words ‘in fiscal year
2009’ to follow the words ‘as needed’ and before the words ‘and amend.’
Second to Commissioner Tarleton’s suggested revised language - Hara
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Hara, Tarleton (4)
Opposed: Davis (1)
Vote on First Reading, as amended carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
Motion for Second Reading and Final Passage of Resolution No. 3625, as amended
Davis
Second - Tarleton
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Hara Davis, Tarleton (4)
Opposed: Davis Hara (1)
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d. (00:57:29) Motion regarding the authority to the Chief Executive Officer to
amend current Collective Bargaining Agreements to allow the implementation of
the 2009 Voluntary Separation Program
Presenter: David Henderson, Senior Manager, Total Compensation
Mr. Henderson noted that this item was related to the previous agenda item; however, it
dealt with represented employees at the Port. He clarified that the Commission could
approve this action by motion and that a resolution was not needed.
Motion for approval of Item 6d Davis
Second Tarleton
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
e. (00:59:11) Resolution No. 3626, First Reading. Opting out of Tax
Redistribution for Local Revitalization Areas in Auburn, Bellevue, Federal Way
and Renton
At the introduction of Item 6e, it was noted that the request would also include a request
for Second Reading and Final Passage of Resolution No. 3626.
Request document: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 27, 2009 from Clare
Gallagher, State Government Relations Manager and Elizabeth Morrison, Senior
Manager, Corporate Finance
Presenters: Ms. Gallagher and Ms. Morrison
Ms. Gallagher provided background of the proposed Resolution as related to Washington
SB 5045. Under this legislation, the state will provide grants in the form of a sales credit
to local jurisdictions for infrastructure improvements. She explained that the legislation
allows local taxing districts that do not wish to participate to take official action to take
out, which must be done by Resolution.
Motion to allow First and Second Readings and Final Passage Davis
Second Creighton
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
Motion for First Reading of Resolution No. 3626 Tarleton
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Second Creighton
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
Motion for Second Reading and Final Passage of Resolution No. 3626 Creighton
Second Davis
Motion carried by the following vote:
In Favor: Bryant, Creighton, Davis, Hara, Tarleton (5)
7. STAFF BRIEFINGS
a. (01:21:29) Terminal 86 Grain Facility Infrastructure Briefing
Presentation documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 14, 2009 and
computer slide presentation from Michael McLaughlin, Director, Cruise and Industrial
Properties
Presenters: Mr. McLaughlin and Phil Lutes, Deputy Director, Seaport Division. Staff
also introduced Mr. Mike Mandl, a representative of Louis Dreyfus Export Operations,
who commented as part of the presentation.
Mr. Lutes provided a brief overview of the history of the Terminal 86 facility,
commenting on the following:
Facility construction, beginning in 1968
Information regarding facility receiving and storing details
Overview of shipping at the facility
Background of the current lease agreement
Key economic impacts
Key issues
Business outlook
Positive environmental record
Mr. Mandl provided background of Louis Dreyfus, the company which has operated
Terminal 86 since 2000. He also noted that the company is willing to participate in
future needed upgrades to the facility, and offered to provide a tour of the facility to any
of the Commissioners who may be interested.
Commissioner Davis requested that when staff returns with a request for terminal
improvements, they also provide information regarding the revenues which have been
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brought to the Port, the kinds of jobs that exist at the terminal, and the environmental
improvements which have been done.
b. (01:41:05) Briefing on Fishermen’s Terminal South Wall Reconstruction
Project
Presentation documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 14, 2009 and
computer slide presentation from Melinda Miller, Director, Portfolio Management; Tim
Leonard, Capital Project Manager; and Bob Maruska, Assistant Director, Engineering
Presenters: Mr. Maruska and Mr. Leonard
Staff presented background on the proposed project for the reconstruction of the South
Wall at Fishermen’s Terminal. Computer slides were shown and descriptions were given
of the site plan, an existing typical section, and replacement typical sections. Also
reviewed were key points to the project completion. Staff noted that the total
construction period is anticipated to be about 6 months in duration.
c. (01:56:16) Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Elevator/Escalator Briefing
Presentation documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 21, 2009 and
computer slide presentation from Richard Ottele, General Manager, Aviation Facilities &
Infrastructure and John Christianson, General Manager, Aviation Maintenance
Presenters: Mr. Ottele and Mr. Christianson
Staff provided an overview of the elevator and escalator systems at the Airport, noting
that there are a total of 81 elevators and 79 escalators, many of which have exceeded their
expected service life of 25 years and are needing to be replaced. Locations of the units
were reviewed, as well as the program objectives and scope. Also discussed were
projects completed so far; projects currently in process, and anticipated future projects for
the elevator/escalator systems.
The importance of appropriate signage was noted in cases when either elevators or
escalators were being worked on in order to maintain good communication and directions
for the traveling public.
d. (02:17:12) Rental Car Facility Program Update
Presentation documents: Commission agenda memorandum dated July 9, 2009 and
attachments and supplemental information from Michael Ehl, Director, Airport
Operations; George England, Program Leader, Project Management Group; and Janice
Zahn, Assistant Director, Engineering Construction Services
Presenters: Mr. England and Ms. Zahn
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Staff commented on the recent restart of the Rental Car Facility Project and provided
information on current progress and schedule; a status summary of the main construction
contract and change orders; risk factors; significant developments; and future anticipated
Commission actions.
Following the presentation, Commissioner Davis asked that the art portion of the facility
program be provided in a briefing in the near future
8. NEW BUSINESS
Prior to adjournment, Mr. Yoshitani noted in response to Commissioner Tarleton’s
question, that new cable has arrived for cranes at Terminal 30.
9. POLICY ROUNDTABLES
None.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The public session was recessed to an Executive Session at 3:55 p.m. to discuss personnel
matters.
The regular meeting was then reconvened and immediately adjourned at4:05 p.m.
(A digital recording of the meeting is available on the Port’s website.)
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