Regional leaders and community members will gather for the next Highline Forum on Wednesday, Mar. 26, 2025, from 2:30–4:30 p.m. at Federal Way City Hall.
The topic for this forum will be “Sound Insulation Repair & Replacement Pilot Program.”
The hybrid meeting will also be accessible virtually via Microsoft Teams, allowing broader public participation.
The Highline Forum provides a platform for local governments, agencies, and community members to discuss pressing regional issues related to aviation, infrastructure, and public policy.
Key Agenda Items
This month’s meeting will feature:
- Public comments from community members on key concerns.
- A presentation from Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, the host city’s leader.
- An update on the Sound Insulation Repair and Replacement Pilot Program, presented by Noise Program Manager Ryan McMullan.
- A legislative update on StART (Sea-Tac Airport Roundtable) priorities by State Government Relations Manager John Flanagan.
- A StART program update from Aviation Capital Delivery Director Clare Gallagher.
- A roundtable discussion where members will share updates from their respective jurisdictions.
Public Participation Opportunities
Community members can submit comments in multiple ways:
- By email: Comments sent to Kaplan.D@PortSeattle.org will be distributed to Forum members.
- Via Microsoft Teams: Those wishing to comment virtually must email Kaplan.D@PortSeattle.org by 9:00 a.m. on March 26 to receive a meeting link.
- In person: Attendees can sign up to speak upon arrival at Federal Way City Hall at least 15 minutes before the meeting starts.
Meeting Details & RSVP
- 📍 Location: Federal Way City Hall, City Council Chambers, Second Floor
- 🗓 Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
- 🕝 Time: 2:30–4:30 p.m.
- 📩 RSVP: Attendees should email Dave Kaplan at Kaplan.D@PortSeattle.org with “Highline Forum RSVP” in the subject line and indicate whether they will attend in person or virtually.
Parking & Accessibility
Ample free parking is available at Federal Way City Hall for in-person attendees.
For more information, the March 26 Forum agenda can be downloaded online here.
I was wondering about the complaints about the airport. What if we moved the Airport out in the desert of Eastern Washington like Denver did in their state. It doesn’t bother anyone. It’s a half hour away from the nearest hotel and one hour from town. No one can hear the noise!!!!