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APPROVED MINUTES
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 23, 2021
The Port of Seattle Commission met in a regular meeting Tuesday, March 23, 2021. The meeting
was held remotely in accordance with the Governor’s ‘Safe Start’ order and Proclamation 20-28.
Commissioners Bowman, Calkins, Cho, Felleman, and Steinbrueck were present.
1. CALL to ORDER
The meeting was convened at 10:30 a.m. by Commission President Fred Felleman.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to RCW 42.30.110
The public meeting recessed into executive session to discuss one matter relating to
litigation/potential litigation (RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)), with the intention of reconvening the public
session at 12:00 p.m. Following the executive session, which lasted approximately 28 minutes, the
public meeting reconvened at 12:01 p.m. Commission President Felleman led the flag salute.
3. APPROVAL of the AGENDA
Without objection, the preliminary agenda was approved without revisions.
4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
4a. Proclamation of the Port of Seattle Recognizing Cesar Chavez Day and Honoring the
Work of Dolores Huerta
Request document(s) included a proclamation.
Commission Clerk Hart read Item 4a into the record.
Ms. LeeAnne Schirato, Commission Specialist, introduced the item and spoke regarding
Cesar Chavez’s and Dolores Huerta’s contributions. A video entitled, ‘Dolores (2017) Official
Theatrical Trailer | PBS’ was aired for the Commission and viewing public. Ms. Schirato then read
the proclamation into the record.
The motion, made by Commissioner Steinbrueck, for approval of Item 4a, carried by the
following vote: In favor: Bowman, Calkins, Cho, Felleman, Steinbrueck (5)
Opposed: (0)
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4b. Pat Davis Legacy of Leadership Award
Commission Clerk Hart read Item 4b into the record.
Commission President Felleman introduced the item and Former Port Commissioner Pat Davis, in
attendance, to speak regarding the Pat Davis Legacy of Leadership Award.
Ms. Davis spoke regarding the criteria of the award and its recipient, Elizabeth ‘Biz’ Leavitt, Director
of Environment, Sustainability, and Engineering. Elizabeth Leavitt was nominated and selected due
to her incredible contributions in furthering the achievements and advancement of women at the Port
during her tenure.
Members of the Commission and Executive Director Metruck spoke regarding Elizabeth’s
achievements and expertise, advances in furthering the Port in its vision and mission, her regional
impacts, and to her retirement after thirty years of service. Everyone expressed appreciation to
Ms. Leavitt and wished her the best in retirement.
Ms. Leavitt spoke regarding her tenure, experiences, projects, and co-workers at the Port, and in
appreciation to be nominated for, and to receive, the Pat Davis Legacy of Leadership Award.
5. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Executive Director Steve Metruck previewed items on the day’s agenda and made announcements.
Members of the Commission commented regarding the vaccination clinic currently in operation at
the airport. Commission Bowman advised that the Port of Seattle Fire Department has been out in
the community assisting in the vaccination of those who cannot physically get to the airport location.
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Aaron Pritchard, Commission Policy Manager, provided a report regarding recently held committee
meetings and the schedule for upcoming meetings.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment was received from the following individual(s):
• Mike Sotelo, representing the Ethnic Chambers of Commerce for WA State and King County,
spoke regarding meeting Cesar Chavez, the growth of the Latino community, and the number
of people of color in universities and in the trades. He expressed appreciation for the Port’s
efforts of diversity and inclusion and inquired regarding the number of Latino women currently
working at the Port.
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submitted for review on December 3, 2020, and proposed for approval on December 8, 2020.
Minutes of October 27, 2020, submitted for review on November 5, 2020, and proposed for approval on November 10, 2020.
• Anne Kroeker, resident, spoke regarding the Port’s real estate acquisition at Des Moines W.
Creek, noting a conflicting use with respect to industrial use and pollutants from the neighboring
property. She spoke to the removal of green space and asked the Port to reconsider the
intended use of the acquired property.
• In lieu of spoken comment, Laura Gibbons, volunteer with 350 Seattle’s Aviation Team,
submitted written comments inquiring where the Port’s plan is to meet its target of a 50 percent
reduction in Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Written materials received are
attached as minutes Exhibit A.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
[Clerk’s Note: Items on the Consent Agenda are not individually discussed. Commissioners may
remove items for separate discussion and vote when approving the agenda.]
8a. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 9, 2021.
8b. Authorization for the Executive Director to Approve Additional Funding in the Amount
of $1,360,000 for Design, Permitting, and Construction Phases of the Central
Waterfront Elevator Modernization Project and to Direct Staff to Award the Contract
to Continue the Project. (CIP # C801016)
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides.
8c. Authorization for the Executive Director to (1) Develop, Advertise, and Execute an
Alternative Public Works Delivery Using the Building Engineering Systems Process,
(2) Execute a Five-year Maintenance Service and Training Agreement for the Exit
Breach Control Replacement Project at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, and (3)
Utilize Port Crews, for an Estimated Total Project Cost of $4,181,000. (CIP # C801159).
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides.
8d. Authorization for the Executive Director to Approve Signing of a Memorandum of
Understanding for Initial Post-Damage Safety Evaluation of Facilities Between the
Port of Seattle and the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections. (CIP
#C000000)
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and draft memorandum of agreement.
8e. Authorization for the Executive Director to (1) Advertise for Construction Bids, (2)
Execute Construction Contracts, and (3) Fund the Construction Phase to Complete
the P66 Roof Upgrade Project, for a Total Estimated Project Cost of $2,209,000. (CIP
#C801103)
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides.
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submitted for review on December 3, 2020, and proposed for approval on December 8, 2020.
Minutes of October 27, 2020, submitted for review on November 5, 2020, and proposed for approval on November 10, 2020.
8f. Authorization for the Executive Director to Execute up to Two (2) Indefinite Delivery,
Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Professional Services Agreements for Roofing Related
Consulting Services with a Cumulative Total Amount Not-to-Exceed $2,000,000 and a
Contract Ordering Period of Five Years. No Request for Funding is Associated with
this Authorization.
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum.
8g. Authorization for the Executive Director to Advertise and Execute a Service
Agreement for Professional Design Services for all Project Elements and
Improvements Necessary to Support the Port’s Development of the Terminal 91 (T91)
Uplands Area Located North of the Magnolia Bridge. No Request for Funding is
Associated with this Authorization.
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum.
The motion for approval of consent agenda items 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8e, 8f, and 8g carried by the
following vote: In favor: Bowman, Calkins, Cho, Felleman, Steinbrueck (5)
Opposed: (0)
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
10. NEW BUSINESS
10a. Authorization for the Executive Director to (1) Execute Project Specific Service
Agreements for Project Management, Construction Management, Design Services,
and Testing and Special Inspections; (2) to Utilize a General Contractor/Construction
Manager (GCCM) and Execute a GCCM Construction Contract for Pre-construction
Services; (3) to Use Port Crews; and (4) to Execute a Memorandum of Agreement
(MOA) Between the Port of Seattle (Port) and United Airlines in Support of the Post
IAF Airline Realignment Project at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The
Total Authorization Request is $26,000,000. (CIP #C801158)
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides.
Presenter(s):
James Jennings, Director, Aviation Properties
Sean Anderson, Capital Program Leader, AV Project Management Group
Commission Clerk Michelle Hart read Item 10a into the record.
Executive Director Metruck introduced the item and presenters.
The presentation addressed:
• post International Arrivals Facility (IAF) airline realignment;
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submitted
for review on December 3, 2020, and proposed for approval on December 8, 2020Minutes of November 17, 2020,
submitted for review on December 3, 2020, and proposed for approval on December 8, 2020.
Minutes of October 27, 2020, submitted for review on November 5, 2020, and proposed for approval on November 10, 2020.
• an overview of the realignment;
• realignment scope of work;
• gate improvements;
• ramp level office relocations;
• United Baggage Service Office relocation;
• United lounge relocation;
• airline realignment risks;
• airline realignment schedule;
• where the project is at in the cone of certainty; and
• project budget.
Members of the Commission and staff discussed:
• the projected timeline for the project and any opportunity to accelerate it in alignment with
the IAF opening;
• agreement by the airline carriers; and
• preferential carrier rights for use of the IAF.
The motion, made by Commissioner Bowman, for approval of Item 10a carried by the
following vote: In favor: Bowman, Calkins, Cho, Felleman, Steinbrueck (5)
Opposed: (0)
10b. Authorization for the Executive Director to Complete Design and Permitting of the
Fishermen’s Terminal (FT) Site Improvements (U00320) Under the New CIP C801211,
Utilizing $1,525,505 in Formerly Authorized Funding for the Gateway Building CIP. No
Request for Funding is Associated with this Authorization.
Request document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides.
Presenter(s):
Stephanie Jones Stebbins, Managing Director, Maritime
Dave McFadden, Managing Director, Economic Development Administration
Kyra Lise, Director, Real Estate Development
Elena Franks, Capital Project Manager IV, Seaport Project Management
Commission Clerk Michelle Hart read Item 10b into the record.
Executive Director Metruck introduced the item and presenters.
The presentation addressed:
• the critical juncture of the project;
o touch point on program scope components;
o request for authorization to complete site improvements under the new CIP;
o progress update and accomplishments;
o the path forward;
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• budget structure;
• Fisherman’s Terminal site improvements;
o decision points;
o scope refinement;
o status of the project, total project cost, and next steps;
• Maritime Innovation Center; and
o achievements;
o total project cost;
o next steps – complete design and permitting and build concurrently with site
improvements;
o timeline;
• Gateway Building;
o pause in design work;
o shelving to preserve the value of work completed to-date.
Members of the Commission and staff discussed:
• inquiries into sustainability, site planning, green site design, water treatment, etc.;
• study of parking and traffic flows;
• if traffic flows are working;
• securing the Maritime Heritage Area designation and interpretative opportunities at the site;
• accessibility to the site with respect to a bike and pedestrian connection;
• sitewide ADA accessibility;
• reviewing interpretative messaging;
• incorporating the art program into the interpretation; and
• possible repurposing of the bank building site.
The motion, made by Commissioner Cho, for approval of Item 10b carried by the following
vote: In favor: Bowman, Calkins, Cho, Felleman, Steinbrueck (5)
Opposed: (0)
11. PRESENTATIONS AND STAFF REPORTS
11a. Real Estate Strategic Plan Update
Presentation document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides.
Presenter(s):
Dave McFadden, Managing Director, Economic Development Administration
Kyra Lise, Director, Real Estate Development
Matt Anderson, Principal, Heartland, LLC
Commission Clerk Michelle Hart read Item 11a into the record.
Executive Director Metruck introduced the item and presenters.
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The presentation addressed:
• Port real estate principles;
• Port property development recommendations;
• properties being evaluated;
o Fisherman’s Terminal;
o Salmon Bay Marina;
o Terminal 91;
o Harbor Marina Corporate Center;
o World Trade Center;
o Pier 69;
• evaluate acquisition and partnership opportunities;
o managing for the mission;
o leveraging expertise;
o partnering to amplify impact;
• the evaluation matrix;
• criteria derived from the Century Agenda;
• equity and sustainability;
• funding options and opportunities;
• legal parameters;
• port development execution options; and
• next steps;
o implementing key recommendations surrounding development or disposition of Port
properties;
o completing due diligence on two to three top acquisition or partnership opportunities;
o completing analysis of Port financing options for real estate development projects.
Members of the Commission and staff discussed:
• the strategic thinking that has gone into the plan;
• weighting the scoring system for facilities;
• de-acquisitioning of property and use of the capital funding for more important projects
where needed;
• use of metrics in a much more objective way;
• any future discussion of the potential of reopening Pier 69 to other tenants and policies
around shared space;
• taking a deeper dive in looking at the what the Port may acquire and our role on the
waterfront;
• the need to look at ways the Port can revitalize downtown; and
• examining the best use for under-performing properties and operational procedures for
getting buildings back up to full capacity, while looking at the Port’s lease provisions for
tenants.
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for review on December 3, 2020, and proposed for approval on December 8, 2020Minutes of November 17, 2020,
submitted for review on December 3, 2020, and proposed for approval on December 8, 2020.
Minutes of October 27, 2020, submitted for review on November 5, 2020, and proposed for approval on November 10, 2020.
11b. Port of Seattle Police Department Annual Report
Presentation document(s) included an agenda memorandum and presentation slides.
Presenter(s):
Michael Villa, Acting Chief of Police, Police Department
Commission Clerk Michelle Hart read Item 11b into the record.
Executive Director Metruck introduced the item and presenters.
The presentation addressed:
• the organizational structure of the Police Department;
o Operations Bureau;
patrol
marine patrol unit
dive team
traffic support specialists
explosive detection K9
bomb disposal unit
o Office of Professional Accountability;
o Criminal Investigations Division;
o Office of Professional Development;
o Office of Professional Standards;
• CALEA Accreditation;
• recruiting and hiring;
• 911 police and fire communications team;
• partnerships;
• 2020 awards;
• 2020 budget; and
• 2021 department goals.
Members of the Commission and staff discussed:
• Commission appreciation for the report and transparency of the Port Police Department;
• strategic planning for the department in the future;
• diversity in the department;
• where police engagement with the public is occurring;
• mutual aid agreements and use of force with respect to which jurisdiction’s policies and
procedures apply in response to an emergency;
• an uptick in officer hours and work taking place at the airport; and
• data on any complaints received to be sent to the Commission.
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Minutes of October 27, 2020, submitted for review on November 5, 2020, and proposed for approval on November 10, 2020.
Members of the Commission thanked Acting Chief Villa and the members of the Police Department
for their efforts to keep the Port safe every day.
12. QUESTIONS on REFERRAL to COMMITTEE and CLOSING COMMENTS
Commissioner Cho spoke regarding the Port’s economic recovery listening sessions which will begin
in April and go through May.
Commission President Fred Felleman acknowledged and thanked Mr. Brad Tilden for his years of
service at Alaska Airlines and looked forward to their continued work together in his role on the Board
of Directors.
13. ADJOURNMENT
There was no further business, and the meeting adjourned at 4:18 p.m.
Prepared: Attest:
Michelle M. Hart, Commission Clerk Sam H. Cho, Commission Secretary
Minutes approved: April 13, 2021.
