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MINUTES FINAL
IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION
JUNE 20, 2013— 6:00 P.M.
AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING
Members Present: Howard Horan, Chris Ogren, Jose Assouline, Paul Hofmeyer
Members Absent: Minnetta Gardinier
Staff Present: Sue Dulek, Michael Tharp
Others Present: Matt Wolford, Steve Eaton, Jeff Edberg, Eric Scott, Wendy Ford
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council
action):
None.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Horan called the meeting to order at 6:04 P.M.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Minutes of the May 16, 2013, meeting were reviewed first. Hofmeyer asked for clarification
regarding the Fly Iowa event and what was officially decided on as a theme. Members briefly
discussed this and Tharp stated that he could go back and listen to the recording. Hofmeyer
also brought up the third line on page five, asking if it was the inspector that spoke with them,
not Hughes. Tharp and Dulek noted that there was someone with Hughes when he returned to
the meeting, but they too were unsure who the other person was. Ogren moved to approve
the minutes as amended; seconded by Hofmeyer. Motion carried 4-0, Gardinier absent.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
a. Airport Commerce Park—Jeff Edberg spoke with Members, noting that there
have been no new transactions since last month's meeting. He is still working with a
buyer who is in the automotive business.
b. Fly Iowa—Tharp stated that now that they have started conversations about this
event and expressed their desire to host the 2014 Fly Iowa, now they need to move
forward with approving the agreement itself. June 28th is the date being looked at, and
more discussion is needed as to whether this is a one- or two-day event. The discussion
centered on how this might be set up, with Tharp noting that they could have a hangar
dance the night before and then the main event would be the next day. Ogren
questioned the operating agreement, where it states that they need to appoint an Event
Chair. She asked if they need to have a specific chairperson before they sign the
agreement. Tharp responded that he doesn't believe this is necessary right now, but at
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some point in time they will probably want one person to be the main contact for the
event. Members stated that they don't believe having a chair is necessary at this time.
Ogren also noted that she made contact with the Quad City Air Show, Kenneth Hopper,
and that he will know their 2014 date by October 1st• This led to a discussion among
Members about how they would want to avoid a conflict with this air show. With parking
conflicts in Iowa City, the June 28th date is their best option.
i. Consider Resolution #A13-4 to Approve the Agreement With Iowa
Aviation Promotion Group—Ogren moved Resolution #A13-4; seconded by
Hofmeyer. Motion carried 4-0; Gardinier absent.
c. FAA/IDOT Projects: AECOM / David Hughes
i. 7/25 Parallel Taxiway Paving & Lighting—Tharp noted that Hughes is
currently out of the country. Steve Eaton is present this evening in Hughes'
place. Tharp noted that they are a bit behind on this project. Currently they are
working with the contractor on some pavement strength issues. Eaton
responded to Members' questions, explaining how they have been working with
the contractor on this issue. He explained how they have been performing
testing to see what types of strengths they have. This needs to be done before
the actual pavement can be completed. He also explained how they have to
follow the FAA guidelines on these projects in order to receive the federal
funding, and therefore have to perform such testing. Tharp responded to
Members' questions regarding the closing of runways and such at this point, and
he noted that things are running as smoothly as can be expected.
ii. Airport Electrical Rehab—Tharp noted that the contractor has finished
up and there is a recommendation letter in Members' packets this evening.
Dulek suggested that Tharp explain this process to the newer Members. He then
briefly explained how once a project is completed, they have to then 'accept' this
finalized project. Hofmeyer noted that this was approximately a $75,000 project.
1. Consider Resolution #A13-5 Accepting Work as Complete on
the Airport Electrical Rehab Project—Hofmeyer moved Resolution #A13-5;
seconded by Assouline. Motion carried 4-0; Gardinier absent.
iii. Roofing Rehabilitation— Ogren asked about the need for a public
hearing, and Tharp briefly explained to Members the process for this type of
project, with a public hearing being held on the plans and specs for this project.
1. Consider Resolution #A13-6 Setting Public Hearing on the
Plans, Specifications, and Form of Contract for Building D and Terminal
Roofing Rehabilitation—Assouline moved Resolution #A13-6; seconded by
Ogren. Motion carried 4-0; Gardinier absent.
d. Hangar L—Tharp noted that they need to defer this item to next month. He
added that there is one item left to be completed so they need to wait another
month.
e. Hangar#32—Horan asked if there are any operational concerns they need to
consider. Ogren asked why the public hearing is necessary, and Tharp noted
that it has to do with the length of the contract. Tharp responded to questions
regarding rent and length of contract.
i. Consider Resolution #A13-7 Setting Public Hearing for a use
Agreement with the University of Iowa for Hangar#32—Ogren moved
Resolution #A13-7; seconded by Hofmeyer. Motion carried 4-0; Gardinier
absent.
f. Airport Operations -
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i. Strategic Plan — Implementation — Horan asked that Tharp share the
jpeg he created with the other Members.
ii. Budget—Tharp noted that the Accounting Department will be changing
their software and thus there will be some changes on this end. He will let
Members know when these changes take place. There will be more electronic
participation. Ogren asked about the Budget Committee and their August report.
Tharp explained what the Budget Committee typically does and the timelines
they follow from Accounting.
1. Boiler replacement—Tharp noted that the cost of this
replacement is just above his authorized spending level. He shared that he has
received three quotes — one for $3,500. one for 4,200, and the third is at $5,000
plus. He asked the Members for their approval to go with the lowest bid. This
would be the same boiler that they have. Assouline moved to approve the
lowest boiler replacement bid; seconded by Hofmeyer. Motion carried 4-0;
Gardinier absent.
iii. Management—Tharp stated that the evaluation was processed and
submitted to Human Resources.
g. FBO/Flight Training Reports -
i. Jet Air— Matt Wolford with Jet Air addressed Members. He shared the
monthly reports with Members, noting that for May there has been a lot of
mowing. He also noted the addition of a grill and a picnic table. June has
seen more mowing and weed killing. Wolford also noted how they have
tried to keep up with the restroom cleaning. June has also been the time
to change all the filters, which can be quite expensive, according to
Wolford. Wolford noted the workout the new grill got when both the
Young Eagles and the Beech Nuts were at the Airport. He stated that he
cooked around 80 hamburgers and 40 hot dogs that day. Overall,.
Wolford stated that Jet Air has been busy. They recently acquired a
hangar full of Citations in North Carolina via a bank repossession. He
shared with Members how this has been going for them. They also
acquired a building full of supplies, so they are continuing to sort through
things. Jet Air has hired more mechanics at both their Iowa City and
Galesburg locations.
ii. Iowa Flight Training — None.
h. Subcommittee Reports -
i. For June: Infrastructure — Horan asked how everyone feels about the
subcommittees they currently have. Members briefly discussed this
issue, basically trying to decide how much value there is in having these
standing committees. Tharp noted that the Budget is an important
subcommittee, as are special event subcommittees. Assouline asked
what they could possibly do in such subcommittees, if they have any real
purpose. Tharp noted that they meet and discuss special issues as
needed, and that standing committees may not be necessary. Horan
suggested they leave these subcommittees in place in case of an
emergency. Assouline stated that if they have a specific goal or task,
subcommittees serve a purpose, but to have standing committees doesn't
do much. Hofmeyer stated that if there is a need, they could formally
reconvene whichever committee is needed.
ii. For July: None.
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i. Commission Members' Reports — Hofmeyer noted that he did get up for a flight
recently, flying south towards Riverside. Ogren shared that she enjoyed the
recent Young Eagles' event. She also talked about the plane they are building at
home and how they hope to transport it to a hangar. She also shared her
experience at the air traffic control tower tour in Cedar Rapids recently.
Hofmeyer noted that he was also at the tower tour and he shared his experience
with Members. Horan was at the tour, as well.
j. Staff Report—Tharp shared that the DOT grants, the preliminary
recommendations, will be going to the Transportation Commission for approval
next month. He will be working with Hughes to find ways to still get the tank work
done that they spoke about previously. Tharp then shared that he was at a
recent performance of Cirque du Soleil and was chosen from the audience to
perform.
SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING FOR:
The next regular meeting will be Thursday, July 18, 2013, at 6:00 P.M. at the Airport Terminal
building.
ADJOURN:
Chairper n • gran adjourned- .eeting at 7:04pm
CHAIRPERSON DATE
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ATTENDANCE RECORD
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NAME EXP. m co co 01 0 -J -s w am O
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N N N N N N CJ W W W W W
Rick 03/01/13 N N
X X X X X X O/E O/E X NM NM M M
Mascari
03/01/14
Howard XXX X X X X X X X XXX
Horan
Minnetta 03/01/15 0/ O/ O/
Gardinier E X X O/E X X O/E X X X X
Jose 03/02/12 O/
XXX X X X X X O/E X X X
Assouline
Chris 03/01/15 N N X X X X X X X X XXX
Ogren M M
Paul 03/01/15 N N
Hofine er M M NM NM NM NM NM NM X X XX
Y
Key:
X = Present
X/E = Present for Part of Meeting
O = Absent
O/E =Absent/Excused
NM = Not a Member at this time