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MINUTES FINAL
IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION
DECEMBER 15, 2016—6:00 P.M.
AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING
Members Present: Julie Bockenstedt, Minnetta Gardinier, A. Jacob Odgaard, Chris Ogren
Members Absent: Robert Libby
Staff Present: Michael Tharp, Eric Goers
Others Present: Matt Wolford, Todd Allyn, Ben Logsdon
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council
action):
Recommend approving Storm Water Easement with MXTE LLC, pending approval by FAA.
DETERMINE QUORUM:
The meeting was called to order at 6:06 P.M. by Chairperson Odgaard.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes from the November 17 meeting were reviewed. Ogren moved to accept the
minutes of the November 17, 2016, meeting as presented. Bockenstedt seconded the
motion. The motion carried 4-0, Libby absent.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
a. Westport Easement—Tharp began an overview of this request, noting that
page 81 of the pdf is the plat layout. He then showed Members, using the map,
just where the area under consideration is located. The request entails the
installation of a drainage pipe from the developer's site, across the Airport's land,
that will then drain into the detention basin that is behind Walmart. Tharp
continued, stating that the Airport essentially has to obtain approval from the FAA
before they can move forward with this request. He then responded to Member
questions, one of which included how the construction equipment would get to
and from this site. Members continued to discuss the land in this area and what
type of development might be considered in the future. The developer also
spoke to future development as he responded to Member questions and
concerns. Tharp noted that they have been working on an agreement and it
should be ready for review soon. Goers then briefly gave Members an overview
of how they can proceed with this request at this point. Odgaard noted that his
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only concern is the construction activity, which could affect Airport traffic and also
the farming operations in the area. Gardinier asked what the anticipated
timeframe is on the project. The developer noted that it would most likely be
around one week's time. If approved, the developer is hoping to be able to begin
the project in March. Members then discussed the timing issue of this request
and subsequent approval. The developer noted that it would be helpful for them
to know if this request will be granted or not, so that they can wrap up some
transactions having to do with their development. Members continued to voice
their concerns, with Odgaard asking if the runway would have to be closed at any
time. Tharp noted that this would not be necessary, that the project is small
enough in size that the equipment being used would not require a closing.
i. Consider a resolution recommending approval of an easement for a
storm water drain pipe;
ii. Consider a resolution approving an agreement for access and work
related to installation of a storm water drain pipe— Resolutions were
not acted upon and instead the below motion was considered.
iii. Goers then spoke to the motion that the Commission would need to
make, in order to move this forward. Ogren moved to recommend that
the City Council approve the sale of the storm water easement
contingent on FAA approval and satisfaction of the Airport
Operations Specialist and City Attorney's Office. Odgaard seconded
the motion. The motion carried 4-0, Libby absent.
b. Airport Master Plan—Tharp stated that the final part of this process is to accept
the final Master Plan. He stated that the original contract was $329,800, and that
it was finalized at $329,699.25.
i. Consider a resolution accepting work as complete—Ogren moved to
consider Resolution #A16-28, accepting work as complete for the
Airport Master Plan update. Odgaard seconded the motion. The
motion carried 4-0, Libby absent. Goers stated that John Yapp from
the City was telling him that at some point the Airport would need to
change zoning, based upon the plan updates. This would then mean
reviving the Airport Zoning Commission, which he also briefly spoke to.
Members continued to speak to the needed zoning updates and why they
are needed now.
c. FAA/IDOT Projects: AECOM /David Hughes
i. Obstruction Mitigation—Todd Allyn with AECOM spoke to Members
regarding obstruction mitigation, noting that they have been back and
forth with the FAA on the scope of this.
ii. South Taxiway Extension—Allyn noted that the survey has been done
for this project and that they are starting the design work, with a spring
construction start planned.
iii. North T-Hangar Restroom—Allyn stated that they need to document the
low use' of this facility in order to be granted an exception. He added
that they have some camera footage that can be used to show this low
usage.
d. Airport Operations
i. Strategic Plan—Implementation—Tharp stated that now that they have
the newly updated Master Plan, he would like to have the RFP for the
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strategic plan on next month's agenda. Tharp gave Members a brief
overview of the strategic plan process and why the Airport began doing
this. Basically the strategic plan is short-term goals and objectives.
Ogren stated that she was under the impression that Tharp was going to
gather information from other airports of the same size and see how they
approach this. Gardinier stated that she thought Tharp was going to
identify someone locally who has done this type of work before. Ogren
stated that she would like to have more conversation around the strategic
planning process. The other Members agreed, stating that with their
Master Plan in place, they question the need for a strategic plan as well.
Gardinier agreed that the Master Plan is more long-term, whereas the
strategic plan is something that the Commission utilizes as they move
forward in the short-term. Members continued to question the strategic
plan process and Tharp responded, noting that since they need to look
outside the organization for a facilitator for this planning, there will be a
cost involved. Gardinier suggested David Rust, noting that he works with
non-profits and recently worked with Riverside Theater. Tharp again
noted reasons for using an RFP to come up with a facilitator and
Gardinier agreed, stating that it will help them understand what costs will
be involved. She suggested they prepare a draft RFP as soon as
possible, so that they can perhaps have feedback on it at the next
meeting. Tharp will prepare a draft RFP for Members to review and
provide feedback on.
ii. Budget—Tharp noted that the next topic could be part of both "Strategic
Plan-Implementation" and "Budget". He stated that he had a
conversation with one of the aircraft operation counting firms, and also
with the DOT's Office of Aviation, on what the Airport's plans are for
collecting traffic data. The DOT asked what the objective is of the actual
aircraft count. He noted that with his inquiries, he has found that it would
cost approximately $10,000 per camera to achieve this type of count. In
addition there would be some upfront costs to get such a system in place.
Tharp stated that the Commission would need to discuss this issue
further, looking at what the objectives are for gathering this information,
versus using what data they currently collect. Members continued to
discuss the reasons for collecting the data, noting that currently the
methods they are using are limited in their scope. The conversation kept
going back to cost and just what they are looking for by collecting such
information. Members suggested looking into having University of Iowa
engineering students help them in their efforts.
Bockenstedt stated that she had a question regarding the budget. On
page 105 of this month's packet, she questioned the total expenses on
the revised budget of 372,709 and the YTD, which shows 420,000. Tharp
noted that there was the expenditure of purchasing the hangar building
from Jet Air, which has skewed the numbers as they appear.
Bockenstedt also questioned the $7,000 expense. Tharp explained what
was behind this expense in getting power to a hangar. Bockenstedt then
questioned if they are over on the "Nursery" expenses, and Tharp
responded that actually they are $15,000 under. On page 92,
Bockenstedt questioned the "Lost Reserve Payment" of$5,000. She
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asked if this was a one-time payment, and Tharp responded, noting that
this is the Airport's portion for City insurance.
iii. Management — None.
e. FBO / Flight Training Reports
i. Jet Air— Matt Wolford with Jet Air began with the monthly maintenance
reports. He noted that in November they basically transitioned from grass
equipment to snow removal. Light bulb replacement, trash pickup, and
repair of the men's restroom floor were some of the items mentioned.
Members asked if the restroom floor should be replaced any time soon,
and Wolford noted the condition it is in. Tharp added that the next time
they redo the floor, they should use the flooring they have in the lobby.
Looking at December, snow removal has been a major task. Members
spoke to runway braking and ice removal, with Wolford and Tharp
responding to concerns. Speaking to Jet Air, Wolford noted that they
have the foundation for the new hangar done, along with anchor bolts.
The next step would be to put the building together, which they hope to
begin later this week. This will take anywhere from four to six weeks to
complete. Continuing, Wolford noted that Jet Air has remained busy.
They currently bought another customs and border control Citation that
was decommissioned. This will be parted out for spare parts and sale of
engines, etc.
f. Commission Members' Reports—Gardinier stated that she attempted a flight
to Syracuse over Thanksgiving. She ended up parking the plane in Canton, Ohio
and driving to Syracuse.
g. Staff Report—Tharp reminded Members that he will be out of the office from
December 23 to January 2, 2017. He will be in the area, however, should
anyone need to contact him. Ogren asked if they should appoint a temporary
Secretary, in light of Libby's absences. Tharp stated that it would be a good idea
as he has some items that need signing. Members questioned Libby's absences
and Tharp stated that he would have a conversation with him regarding this. He
added that he was made aware of an absence for today's meeting. Ogren
moved to nominate Bockenstedt as temporary Secretary. Odgaard
seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0, Libby absent.
SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING FOR:
The next regular meeting of the Airport Commission will be held on Thursday, January 19,
2017, at 6:00 P.M. in the Airport Terminal Building.
ADJOURN:
Ogren moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 P.M. Gardinier seconded the motion. The
motion carried 4-0, Libby absent.
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Airport Commission
ATTENDANCE RECORD
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Chris Ogren 07/01/ X X X X X 0/ X X X 0/ X X X X
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A.Jacob 07/01/ X X X X X 0/ X X X X X X X X
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X/E = Present for Part of Meeting
O = Absent
O/E =Absent/Excused
NM = Not a Member at this time