07-16-2019 SKC Communities FundSouth King County Fund
Commissioner Fred Felleman
Andy Gregory
Port of Seattle
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July 16, 2019
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Objectives
Introduce the Fund’s origin.
Define the principles.
Provide context for spending within the Port’s statutory authority.
Present the outreach plan.
Allow some time for Q&A.
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Origin of the South King County Fund
In November of 2018, Port Commission passed a motion creating the SKCF as follows:
“There shall be an Airport Community Fund, which will designate $750,000 in 2019 to be used to provide airport communities resources and support, as allowed under law. Additional funding
shall be designated for the Airport Community Fund over five years not to exceed a gross allocation of $10 million between 2019 and 2023, inclusive.”
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Commission-Adopted Principles (1 of 2)
The SKCF will be used to fund projects in the South King County area: Defined as near-airport communities, with other locations considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on the merits
and type of program or project.
The SKCF will prioritize community input to inform Port decision making: Recognizes the importance of community participation and the Port governance role.
The SCKF will support Port equity policies and practices: Gives underrepresented communities access to opportunities, and uses equity policies to evaluate potential initiatives and establish
desired outcomes.
The SKCF will provide added benefit: Adds to current Port programs to address airport noise, increased environmental health, and sustainability.
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Commission-Adopted Principles (2 of 2)
The SKCF will prioritize projects that are ready to proceed: Prioritizes measures that we can implement now or within a short time frame.
The SCKF will build on established programs and commitments to fulfill current obligations: Sets priorities based on established programs and thresholds.
The SKCF will promote innovation: Provides the opportunity to explore innovative techniques that could lead to major longer-term benefits.
The SKCF will encourage matching funds where possible: In-kind or other funds to stretch dollars and impact.
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Port Statutory Authority
The Port of Seattle is a “Limited Purpose” government as defined by the legislature.
There are statutory limits on the Port’s use of funds.
The Port is developing project selection criteria based on these limits.
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Engagement Strategy:
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Formative engagement (Summer 2019)
Local elected officials
“Grass top” community leaders
Established stakeholder groups
Fund promotion, management and distribution (Fall 2019 and beyond)
Community Advisory Panel for deep equity engagement
Community open houses
Stakeholder Groups and Elected Officials
Broad fund marketing and advertising
Formative engagement will yield community-based strategy for fund development and dispersal
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= Formative
Engagement
= Promotional
Engagement
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What We’re Asking from You:
Given the principles outlined in this presentation, and recognizing the statutory constraints on the Port’s spending authority, we want to hear your ideas.
Several opportunities to provide input:
Highline Forum (7/31/19)
StART Meeting (8/28/19)
Please email us at SKCFund@portseattle.org,
or contact Andy Gregory, Environmental Engagement Program Manager Gregory.A@portseattle.org
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Summary
Fund includes $10 M over 5 years to be distributed in accordance with the principles.
Selection criteria will be based within the scope of the Port’s statutory spending authority.
Engagement will be thorough and include both formative and promotional outreach
Please share project ideas with your Mayor and City Manager.
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Questions?
Thank you for your time,
For more info, please email us at:
SKCFund@portseattle.org
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