SAMP Community Open House Hosted by Cities of Burien, Des Moines, and SeaTac (July 14, 2026)

The City of Burien, Washington, hosted a community open house on July 14, 2026, in collaboration with the cities of SeaTac and Des Moines to discuss the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) and its Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) prepared by the Port of Seattle. City officials and planners presented detailed concerns regarding the environmental review process, highlighting issues such as insufficient air quality and greenhouse gas analyses, inadequate hazardous materials assessments, and significant impacts on surface transportation and noise exposure. The cities emphasized the need for more comprehensive mitigation plans, clearer commitments from the Port, and meaningful public comments during the ongoing review period ending July 21, 2026. The meeting also provided residents with resources and guidance for submitting comments and encouraged continued community engagement as the project moves toward final approval and potential appeals.