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May 4, 2024




Paine Field building demolition achieves 98% recycling rate
A large pile of building debris is sorted for recycling

Demolition of several buildings at the southeast corner of Paine Field. Contractors salvaged or recycled 98% of the buildings' materials.

The recent dismantling of several buildings at Paine Field's southeast end marks a significant step towards the area's revitalization. Contractors salvaged or recycled 98% of the buildings' materials, with only a mere 2% destined for the landfill.

This sustainable approach not only paves the way for future development but also showcases a commitment to environmental stewardship. By salvaging and repurposing most of the structures, the project aligns with modern eco-friendly practices, minimizing waste and reducing the ecological footprint.

Moving forward, the focus shifts to the site's cleanup, addressing historical contaminants stemming from past aerospace activities by former airport tenants. This includes comprehensive measures to remediate soil, groundwater, and soil gas, ensuring a safe and sustainable environment for future endeavors.

A clean concrete foundation at the southeast end of Paine Field after building demolition

With the buildings removed, the focus now shifts to site cleanup, addressing historical contaminants from past activities by former airport tenants.

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*Traffic impacts anticipated near Airport Recycling & Transfer Station in May*



*County Executive
*Dave Somers
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*Airport Director
*Joshua W. Marcy
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In This Issue

* Paine Field building demolition achieves 98% recycling rate
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Traffic impacts anticipated near Airport Recycling & Transfer Station in May


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Time to spruce up: Hangar cleanup now underway


* Security reminder: No piggybacking at gates
* Airport Commission reschedules summer meeting to June
* Coffee Chat with the Director: May 21
* Fire happenings
* Welcoming new faces and celebrating achievements
* PNAA Girls in STEM, May 15
* PNAA Women in Aerospace Conference, May 16
* Join the fun: Paine Field Community Day, May 18

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Airport Commission Meetings

The Snohomish County Airport Commission serves as an advisory board to the county executive. The commission generally meets the fourth Thursdays in January, April, July and October.

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*Meeting schedule for 2024:*

June 27, 2024

October 24, 2024

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An upcoming County Solid Waste project commencing next week may affect the roads leading to the Airport. Due to the closure of the Mountlake Terrace Transfer Station May 6 to May 26, 2024, for major repairs to the tipping floor, customers will be redirected to use the Airport Transfer Station (ARTS) off Minuteman Drive and the North Transfer Station in Arlington. Since Mountlake Terrace is one of the busiest transfer stations and ARTS is the next closest, we expect a substantial impact on traffic during its daily operating hours of 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

All vehicles heading to ARTS will enter via Airport Road and then proceed southwest on Minuteman Drive. If traffic backs up on Minuteman Drive, it will be directed towards Airport Road leading to the transfer station, not East Perimeter Road. Travelers may experience significant levels of traffic on Airport Road and are encouraged to seek alternate routes to access the airport.

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Time to spruce up: Hangar cleanup now underway
Spring hangar clean up scheduled May 3-13

It?s time again for the spring hangar cleanup! Dumpsters will be available May 3-13 on the central, east, and west ramps. Please use the dumpsters for airfield hangar cleaning ONLY.

Paine Field provides this service as a courtesy. Please do not place the event in jeopardy by disposing of prohibited items or items from off airfield. If you are caught disposing of prohibited items or bringing items from off airfield, you will be asked to remove those items from the dumpster.

Please call Airport Operations at 425-388-5125 if you have any questions.

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Security reminder: No piggybacking at gates

*Attention all airport badge holders:* please be vigilant against piggybacking at any gate. Piggybacking is when a person follows an authorized person through a gate or door, exploiting politeness to bypass security measures. This poses a serious security risk as it allows unauthorized individuals entry into restricted areas. Ensure gates and doors are securely closed behind you and report any instances of piggybacking to Operations at 425-388-5125. Your cooperation is essential in maintaining the security of the airfield.

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Airport Commission reschedules summer meeting to June

The Airport Commission has moved its summer meeting to June 27 to ensure a thorough review and crucial input on the 2025-2026 Airport budget. The meeting's time and location remain unchanged. This adjustment allows for a focused discussion on key matters affecting the airport's operations and planning.

*Interested in attending?*

Limited in-person seating for the Airport Commission meeting is available. Please RSVP to 425-388-5046 or [email protected].

*Virtual attendance via Teams also available*

More information on the Airport Commission is available at [link removed][221][Airport-Commission] [ [link removed] ].

Agenda and minutes from past Airport Commission meetings are located [link removed][Archive.aspx]?ADID=&AMID=40 [ [link removed] ].

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Coffee chat with the Director: Join us on May 21st!
Coffee chat with the Airport Director May 21, 2024

Attention all general aviation tenants and pilots!

Please join us on *Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10 a.m.* for coffee and conversation with Airport Director Joshua Marcy. The event will be held in the courtyard of the Paine Field Administrative Office, 3220 100th St SW, Suite A, Everett. Limited parking is available adjacent to the office.

We will have coffee and light refreshments. RSVP's are greatly appreciated at [email protected] or 425-312-0912.

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Fire happenings: Conferences, tours, and public education

*Paine Field Fire personnel share insights at national conference*

Fire personnel from Paine Field, including Fire Chief Joshua Cole and Captain Tony Mace, recently showcased their expertise at the Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Working Group Leadership Conference held in Florida. This conference serves as a platform for advancing the science and practices of aviation fire protection and prevention.

Chief Cole?s presentation delved into the intricacies of effective leadership within the fire service. Drawing from his extensive 30-year career, he engaged attendees in an insightful discussion on the core attributes of successful leaders, methods for identifying leadership potential within a department, and the indispensable skills and qualities that define a proficient leader.

In addition, Captain Mace provided a comprehensive overview of the Paine Field Fire Department?s ongoing quarterly airside exercises. Launched in 2004, these exercises are designed to enhance the capabilities of various agencies including mutual aid Fire and Law Enforcement teams, private ambulance companies, and dispatch agencies. The primary objectives encompass training participants on airfield access procedures, fostering familiarity with the airport layout and different aircraft, refining communication protocols, and fostering collaborative partnerships among stakeholders.

The commitment to conducting these quarterly exercises with external agencies underscores Paine Field's dedication to ensuring optimal preparedness, seamless coordination, and effective emergency response capabilities across multiple fronts.

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ARFF truck sprays water in the air with Pack 95 scouts and parents watching

*Paine Field Fire Station tours*

Paine Field Fire personnel recently hosted the Scouts from Pack 95 for a tour of the station and a demonstration of some of the equipment our specialized team uses. The scouts also learned about the life of fire fighters and important points about first aid and EMS.

Interested in organizing a small group tour of the station? Please contact the Fire Station at 425-388-5480.



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*Fire education at Emerson Elementary, en Espa?ol*

Firefighters present to a classroom of 2nd graders at Emerson Elementary in Everett, WA

Firefighter Hever Gil speaks to second grade students enrolled in Emerson Elementary's Dual Language Spanish Immersion classes on May 2, 2024

Paine Field Fire made a special visit to the second grade Dual Language Spanish Immersion classes at Emerson Elementary to provide education on fire prevention and careers in the fire service. Firefighter Hever Gil conversed with the students in Spanish, answering questions about the role of Firefighters in the community, how to become a firefighter and several other questions. Hever was accompanied by Lt Jeremy Swearengin, who donned his firefighting gear for the kids to so they could know what to expect if they ever faced a fire in their home. Also, present was Capt. Peter Hereth who answered questions and demonstrated equipment on the firetruck.

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Welcoming new faces and celebrating achievements

Administrative Assistant Katie WIgestrand engages with a local pilot at the Northwest Aviation Conference and Trade show

**Staff engagement and learning*
*Our staff actively participates in industry conferences like the PNAA ADVANCE 2024 Annual Conference and the Northwest Aviation Conference and Trade Show. These events showcase Paine Field's pivotal role and provide opportunities for networking and knowledge exchange. Attendees also enjoyed specially curated Paine Field branded items at our booth.

*Welcome aboard!*
Let's extend a warm welcome to our newest team members:
? - Katherine Wigestrand, Administrative Assistant
? - Lesa Humphreys, Accounting Project Specialist
? - Nilna Muna, Accountant I
? - Jeremy Husby, Business Technology Analyst
? - Jill Shepard, Accounting Technician I

*Farewell and best wishes*
We bid farewell to Alicia Sevon, Accountant I, after her three years of invaluable contributions. Alicia, we wish you all the best in your new adventures!

*Celebrating achievements*
? - Congratulations to Cody Engdahl on earning his Certified Member (C.M.) designation from AAAE, joining our 18 other C.M. holders.
? - Paine Field Fire Lieutenant Schuyler Murphy recently earned his Associate?s degree.
? - Courtney Strehlow, GIS Analyst Senior, received the County Executive?s ?Turtle Award? for her outstanding GIS work at the Airport.



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PNAA Girls in STEM, May 15
Girls in STEM advertisement for May 15, 2024

Join PNAA for a *FREE* event on May 15th to celebrate and empower girls in STEM! This event is designed to inspire young girls to explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) by showcasing special guest, Jessica Cox, the World's First & Only Armless Pilot [ [link removed] ].

This is a fantastic opportunity for young girls to engage with a woman who is passionate about STEM and can inspire them to think outside the box shoe. Jessica will share her experiences, provide insight into the world of STEM, and offer advice on how to succeed in a STEM career. The evening includes a STEM building activity and Jessica will be signing copies of her book, Disarm Your Limits: The Flight Formula to Lift Your to Success and Propel You to the Next Horizon.?

*May 15, 2024, 6 ? 7:30 p.m.*

*Everett Community? College ? Jackson Conference Center, Wilderness Auditorium*

*Doors open at 5:30 p.m.?*

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People with disabilities are encouraged to attend our events. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: Marion Skalley [email protected]?

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PNAA Women in Aerospace Conference, May 16
Women in Aerospace Conference header May 16, 2024

Get ready to soar at the 11th annual PNAA Women in Aerospace Conference. This year, the theme is ?Catalysts for Impact.? You will hear from industry experts who have navigated their own journeys and provide you with tools to support your own journey, no matter where you are in it.

*May 16, 2024, 8:30 a.m. ? 4:30 p.m.*

*The Conference Center at Angel of the Winds Arena: 2000 Hewitt Ave. Everett, WA 98201*

Register here: [link removed] [ [link removed] ]

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Join the fun: Paine Field Community Day, May 18

Join us for a day of fun and discovery into aviation?s limitless possibilities. This youth-focused event will feature aviation education, aircraft on display, military aircraft, and food vendors.

*Saturday, May 18, 2024, ?9 a.m. - 5 p.m.*

*Paine Field Airport, 3509 109th St. SW, Everett, WA 98204
(FREE PARKING NEARBY)*

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