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Home My WebLink About12-16-2010 Airport Commission Meeting Minutes Airport Commission December 16,2010 Page 1 MINUTES FINAL IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION DECEMBER 16, 2010—6:00 P.M. AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING Members Present: Jose Assouline, Steve Crane, Minnetta Gardinier, Howard Horan Staff Present: Sue Dulek, Michael Tharp Others Present: Matt Wolford, Randy Miller, Jeff Edberg, Van Miller, John Yeomans, Harrel Timmons RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council action): CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Horan called the meeting to order at 6:05 P.M. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION: a. Aviation Commerce Park— i. Presentations—Jeff Edberg with Skogman Realty presented to the Members first. He has over 33 years in the realty business, but just recently started with Skogman in their commercial division. He briefly explained the networks he is affiliated with, as well as the commercial realtor designations he has earned. Randy Miller with Midwest America Commercial Realty spoke next. He noted that Peggy Slaughter, who works with him at Midwest America, was unable to make tonight's meeting. Miller then noted that with that being said, Midwest is requesting that their name be removed from consideration as they have recently taken on some large assignments, and they will not be able to commit the time they would like to for this listing. He did add, however, that they would like to remain ambassadors to the Commission on this project, and in fact may be bringing some buyers in the near future. Sue Dulek then noted that she heard from Lepic-Kroeger Realty and they also had to decline the Airport's invitation. Van Miller with Iowa Realty spoke to Members next. He noted that he has been involved with this particular project for about nine months, and that he will remain committed to the project should the Commission pick Iowa Realty again for the listing. Members then decided to set a special meeting so they can discuss this issue further. A special meeting was set for Monday, December 20, 2010, at 6:00 P.M. at the Airport. ii. Consider a resolution authorizing the chairperson to enter into a listing agreement—Gardinier moved to defer the resolution to the December 20, 2010, special meeting; seconded by Crane. Motion carried 4-0. b. Airport Farm Management—John Yeomans, Farm Manager, addressed the Members next. He shared some information from Merschman Seeds on the research they Airport Commission December 16,2010 Page 2 performed this past year. He noted that if they do not hear from the FAA or the DNR on what they can and cannot plant, they will need to consider mowing this next season to keep the weeds down. Tharp stated that he is still trying to get something in writing. The discussion continued, with Yeomans and Members talking about their options might be. Dulek suggested they send a letter to the FAA/DNR stating their plans with an understanding of moving forward unless there was an objection. After some further discussion, everyone agreed that wheat is the preferred crop. c. FAA/IDOT Projects—AECOM —Tharp noted that David Hughes was not able to attend this evening due to road conditions. i. Runway 7/25 & 12/30—Tharp noted that most everything is at the same status as last month. ii. Obstruction Mitigation—Tharp noted he did not have any other status updates for this project. iii. Hangar A Drainage—Tharp noted the contractor has made their necessary repairs and were finalizing pay quantities with David Hughes iv. FY2012 FAA Pre-Application —Tharp noted that he has the application sheets, and he briefly ran through the projects with Members. He responded to Members' questions, giving clarification as needed. The discussion turned to the equipment building and its possible location and size. Tharp will verify the size requirements and amend the application as needed. The discussion continued with Tharp responding to Members' questions regarding the application. Crane moved to submit the application as amended upon verification of size requirements for the building; seconded by Assouline. Motion carried 4-0. (*Assouline left after this discussion.) v. 7-25 Parallel Taxiway—Tharp noted they are going to discuss the design agreement and that to keep with the FAA timeline the project would be ready for bid in April. vi. Consider Resolution #A10-19 Approving Task Order No. 6—Gardinier moved to approve Resolution #A10-19 approving Task Order No. 6; seconded by Crane. Motion carried 3-0. (Assouline absent) d. 2011 Air Race Classic—Gardinier shared what has been happening with plans, noting that they have roughly sketched out where planes will be parked and that type of thing. e. Corporate Hangar"L"—Tharp stated that until they talk with City Council on January 5, there is nothing new to report here. Members briefly discussed who might be available that day to join Tharp at City Hall. Gardinier will try to attend. f. Airport"Operations": Strategic Plan Implementation; Budget; Management— Tharp stated that there is now a security pad on the outside door. In addition to the CIP meeting with Council on January 5, Tharp also noted the Boards and Commissions meeting with Council is on January 18 at 7:00 P.M. i. 2010 Annual Report—Tharp stated that he has received a couple of changes for the annual report. He will go ahead and finalize this and get several copies ready for the Council meeting in January. ii. Consider Resolution #A10-20 Approving Contract Amendment With Jet Air, Inc., for Terminal Cleaning Services—Tharp stated that he and Matt Wolford worked together on both the cleaning and maintenance Airport Commission December 16,2010 Page 3 service agreements to come up with what is ready for approval. Timmons stated that they appreciate the improvements and that they hear good comments all the time about it. Gardinier asked if the grout in the restrooms could be redone as it is looking somewhat worn out. This led to a discussion about possible upgrades in the restrooms in the future. Wolford stated that Jet Air is happy with the agreement. Gardinier moved to approve Resolution #A10-20 approving the contract with Jet Air, Inc. for Terminal Cleaning Services; seconded by Crane. Motion carried 3-0. (Assouline absent.) iii. Consider Resolution #A10-21 Approving Contract Amendment With Jet Air, Inc., for Airport Maintenance Services— Horan asked if there were any comments about maintenance. Crane moved to approve Resolution #A10-21 approving the contract with Jet Air, Inc. for Airport Maintenance Services; seconded by Gardinier. Motion carried 3-0. (Assouline absent.) g. FBO / Iowa Flight Training /Whirlybird Reports—Wolford noted that in general the aviation industry is seeing an uptick. He commented on the fuel pump light, noting that they discovered it was a ballast issue. He and Tharp spoke briefly about the upgrades and modifications they hope to make to the old Hertz space. Timmons also noted that business has increased, especially in the charter business. He added that they have sold around thirty planes this year. Gardinier asked if anyone knows how Iowa Flight or Whirlybird are doing. Tharp noted that IFT is down to two active instructors as far as he knows, with a dozen or so students currently. h. Subcommittees' Reports — None. i. Commission Members' Reports — None. j. Staff Report— Dulek reminded Members that the new City Manager is now on board. SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING: A special meeting will be held Monday, December 20, 2010, at 6:00 P.M. The next regular meeting will be Thursday, January 20, 2011, at 6:00 P.M. at the Airport Terminal building. ADJOURN: The meeting adjourned at 7:33 P.M. Horan made the motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:33 P.M.; seconded by Crane. Motion carried 3-0 (Assouline absent.) , 2/3/(7 Chairperson Date Airport Commission December 16,2010 Page 4 Airport Commission ATTENDANCE RECORD 2010 TERM N w a a cn rn -4 -4 -4 Co CO N " . N r j - O N --� (b 07 CA CO 0 -4 Cn v CO O) a �+ NAME EXP. a Co rn 03/01/13 X X X X X O/E X X X X X NM NM NM NM Greg Farris 03/01/14 X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X Howard Horan Minnetta 03/01/15 X X X X X X O/E X X X X X X X X Gardinier Jose 03/01/12 NM NM NM NM NM X X X XX X X X O/E X Assouline Steve 03/01/14 , NM NM O/E X X X O/E X X X X O/E X X X Crane Janelle 03/01/12 X X X X O/E NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM Rettig John 03/01/10 X X NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM Staley Key: X = Present O = Absent O/E =Absent/Excused NM = Not a Member at this time