Port of Seattle releases 2009-2010 Environmental Annual Report in time for Earth Day celebrations

Port of Seattle   Photo courtesy of Port of Seattle

 The Port of Seattle 2009 - 2010 Environmental Annual Report has just been released.  The report reflects the Port of Seattle’s commitment  to the environment and how policies are set to accomplish making Seattle a greener place to live and work. Some of the topics covered include how jobs and facilities are both affected by and affect the environment.   The report reflects on the progress made in the past year, from the opening of the Smith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91 to the completion of wetland and stream mitigation at Sea-Tac Airport.  The report also discusses real-time bird tracking since Sea-Tac is the first airport in the country to begin using a new advanced bird tracking system with real-time displays of bird activity on and around the airport. The report also informs the public about the Port of Seattle’s efforts to celebrate Earth Day on April 14.  You can learn about the Port's environmental projects and the Seaport's 100% organic landscaping programs while touring two of the Port of Seattle's 22 parks and public access areas on Wednesday, April 14, 12 noon-2:30p.m. at Terminal 107 (4700 West Marginal Way Southwest):

• Learn about Kellogg Island, fish and wildlife habitat restoration, walk the pedestrian paths along the shoreline, and learn about historic use of this critical area in the Duwamish estuary.
• At Terminal 5, Jack Block Park (2130 Harbor Avenue Southwest) you can tour the children's play area, landscaped areas with interpretative information, pedestrian/bicycle paths, and view the Seattle skyline and container terminal from a 45' high platform. 

The Parks Tour begins at Pier 69 in the Port of Seattle Headquarters.  Tours are for participants 18 years and older. Space is limited so register early.

For more info or to register: 
By e-mail: PortRSVP@portseattle.org 
By phone: 206-787-3009
 
TIP:  Include names of all registrants with company (if applicable), e-mail and phone contact information. Confirmation of registration will be sent with tour details and parking information. Environmental managers and landscape crew members will lead the tours which will be conducted
at a brisk walking pace and may cover uneven terrain. Remember to dress for the weather and wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes.

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