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MINUTES
IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION
MAY 13, 2021 — 6:00 P.M.
ZOOM MEETING PLATFORM
FINAL
Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8)
An electronic meeting was held because a meeting in person was impossible or
impractical due to concerns for the health and safety of commission members,
staff and the public presented by COVID-19.
Members Present: Warren Bishop, Scott Clair, Christopher Lawrence, Judy Pfohl, Hellecktra
Orozco
Staff Present: Eric Goers, Michael Tharp
Others Present: Carl Byers, Ron Roetzel, Matt Wolford
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council
action):
None.
DETERMINE QUORUM:
The meeting was called to order at 6:02 P.M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes from both the April 8, 2021 and May 3, 2021 meetings were reviewed by Members.
Pfohl moved to accept the minutes of both the April 8, 2021 and the May 3, 2021 meeting
as presented. Lawrence seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION: None.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
a. FAA/IDOT Projects
i. Obstruction Mitigation — Tharp stated that restoration work has begun.
Much of the sod was laid today, according to Tharp. Next will be
replacement of trees that have died since the initial planting. Once
completed, this will take care of both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the project.
1. Phase 1
2. Phase 2
ii. Runway 7/25 Rehab East End
1. Public Hearing — The public hearing was opened at 6:05 PM.
Tharp stated that he put the plan sets in the meeting packet. He
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spoke to what this project entails. There is a 10 -day working
contract, according to Tharp. During this time there will be some
necessary closures of the runway in order for the contractor to
complete work. Byers added that there will be a few days that the
runway will be closed completely, in order for panels to be poured
near the center line. Public hearing was closed at 6:08 PM.
2. Consider a resolution (A21-06) approving plans,
specifications, and form of contract for the Runway 7/25
Rehab East End project and seeking bids - Bishop moved to
approve Resolution #A21-06 as discussed. Clair seconded the
motion. The motion carried 5-0.
iii. Runway 25 Threshold Relocation
1. Public Hearing — The public hearing was opened at 6:09 PM.
Tharp stated that this will entail relocation of the PAPIs, the
remarking of the runway, and the changing of the runway lighting.
This project will entail several phases, according to Tharp.
Continuing, Tharp explained the bid alternate on this project.
Byers also spoke to the project details and how the schedule will
proceed. He also touched on timing of closures for the runway
project. Tharp and Byers then responded to Member questions
regarding this project. The discussion continued, with Members
expressing their concerns about runway closures during this time.
Public hearing was closed at 6:28 PM.
2. Consider a resolution (A21-07) setting a public hearing on
plans, specifications, and form of contract for the Runway 25
Runway Threshold Relocation and seeking bids — Bishop
moved to approve Resolution #A21-07 as discussed. Clair
seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0.
b. Airport Operations
i. Management
1. Solar Power Installation project — Tharp stated that the RFP
draft has made its way through the various City departments.
Public Works is in the process of doing such a project at the new
Public Works' facility and at Terry Trueblood Park. Tharp stated
that if approved, he would get the RFP out on the 24th, with
responses due back by June 3rd. Between June 3rd and the 10th
the subcommittee will need to meet, according to Tharp, in order
to review the submittals.
ii. Budget — Tharp noted that there is approximately one month before the
end of the fiscal year. He noted some of the smaller projects that have
gotten done recently. He also spoke to fuel sales, noting that they are
about back to normal.
iii. Events — Tharp noted that he has heard from the Optimist Club and they
do plan to hold the pancake breakfast this year. With the CDC's new
guidelines, he noted that they should be able to continue with planning
the breakfast for late August. The Young Eagles also plan to hold events
this summer, and Tharp will reach out to the local chapter.
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1. SCCA Autocross: April 18, June 13, August 15
2. Drive -In Movies: May 29, June 19, August 7, October 2
c. FBO / Flight Training Reports
i. Jet Air — Matt Wolford spoke to the monthly maintenance reports, noting
that in April there was a lot of general maintenance. Mowing has also
been increasing. Speaking to the Jet Air side of things, Wolford noted
that business has been increasing and the Airport is keeping busy. Fuel
sales have been strong again.
d. Commission Member Reports — None.
e. Staff Report — None.
SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING FOR:
The next regular meeting of the Airport Commission will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021,
at 6:00 P.M. in the Airport conference room, and via the Zoom meeting platform as well.
ADJOURN:
Pfohl moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:44 P.M. Orozco seconded the motion. The motion
carried 5-0.
CHAIRPERSON DATE
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Airport Commission
ATTENDANCE RECORD
2020-2021
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Scott Clair
06/30/23
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O/E
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Christopher
Lawrence
07/01/21
X
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X
X
X
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X
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Hellecktra
Orozco
06/30/24
NM
NM
X
X
X
X
O/E
X
X
X
X
X
X/E
O/E
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Judy Pfohl
06/30/22
X
X
XX
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X/E
X
X
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Key:
X = Present
X/E = Present for Part of Meeting
O = Absent
O/E = Absent/Excused
NM = Not a Member at this time