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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-20-2010 Airport Commission Meeting Minutes Airport Commission May 20,2010 Page 1 MINUTES FINAL IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION MAY 20, 2010—6:00 P.M. AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING Members Present: Howard Horan, Minnetta Gardinier, Steve Crane, Jose Assouline Members Absent: Greg Farris Staff Present: Sue Dulek, Michael Tharp Others Present: Matt Wolford, Adam Henderson RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council action): CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Horan called the meeting to order at 6:04 P.M. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES: Minutes from both the April 15 and April 29, 2010, meetings were reviewed. Crane moved to approve the minutes of the April 15, 2010, meeting as submitted; seconded by Gardinier. Motion carried 4-0; Farris absent. Crane then moved to accept the minutes of the April 29, 2010, meeting as submitted; seconded by Gardinier. Motion carried 4-0; Farris absent PUBLIC DISCUSSION: None. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION: a. Aviation Commerce Park—Tharp noted that other than the lot offer on Lot#10, which the Council did accept, there isn't much more to report. Dulek noted that the abstract needs updating, but otherwise things should be wrapped up soon. b. FAAADOT Projects—AECOM—David Hughes—Tharp noted that Hughes is not present this evening. i. Runway 7/25 &12/30—Tharp noted that they have some of the punchlist items yet to complete. ii. Obstruction Mitigation—Tharp noted that he does not have an update on this item. Dulek noted that she did send a letter to the contractor for the United Hangar demolition regarding final documents for payment but has not heard anything back. iii. 2010 Pavement Rehab—Tharp reported that they will need to have a special Commission meeting on June 30th in order to have the public hearing on this item, and subsequently approve the plan specs. Bids would then be opened July 19th, and the contract would be awarded at the August 19th meeting. l Airport Commission May 20,2010 Page 2 Construction could then begin shortly after this. This will be a 30 to 45-day project, according to Tharp. The majority of the project involves crack sealing and general pavement repair type issues, in addition to some drain improvements in the Hanger"A" area. The total on this project is around $220,000. c. 2011 Air Race Classic—Gardinier noted that she is still working on some of the details for this. The dates of the race will be June 21st to the 24th, with planes starting to arrive around the 16th of June. Gardinier added that she did meet with staff at the Convention and Visitors Bureau recently regarding the race. She also noted that they have received a $1,000 donation from the Iowa Aviation Promotion Group. Gardinier then responded to Members' questions regarding the race, adding that as she finds out more information on next year's race she will let the Commission know. Gardinier also noted that due to this year's Air Race Classic, of which she is a participant, she will not be at next month's meeting. d. Corporate Hangar"L"—Tharp reported that he added the State application to the packet. He noted the breakdown of the funds, adding that he did receive a call from the State already. e. Airport"Operations": Strategic Plan Implementation; Budget; Management— Tharp stated that he is working with Accounting on some delinquent tenants. He believes this should be resolved soon. He added that overall they are doing okay budget-wise. Tharp noted that they are looking at a possible $4,000 bill to fix the south gate opener problem. The north gate is functional at this point, according to Tharp. A brief discussion ensued about whether they should do both the south and north gates at this time. Horan asked if they shouldn't go ahead and budget for the north gate for next year. Tharp noted that they must do the south gate now, but that he believes they could budget for the north gate to be redone in the next few years. Members agreed that Tharp would have the south gate fixed now. Gardinier then asked why there is no hot water in the Terminal building, adding that she has never been able to get hot water in the restroom. Tharp noted that this has been an ongoing problem, and basically what happens is the pilot light keeps going out on the water heater. Members briefly discussed this issue,with Tharp stating that they could always do under-sink type heaters in the restrooms. He will look into this further and report back to the Commission. Crane asked about the year-to-date expenses, and whether there are any expenses outstanding. Tharp responded, noting some asphalt work to be done this summer for about$60,000. f. FBO I Iowa Flight Training/Whirlybird Reports—Matt Wolford of Jet Air introduced himself to Commission Members, noting that he has just moved to Iowa City from Galesburg. He shared a maintenance report with those present, noting that the only thing not included is the carpet cleaning that was just completed. He also noted that the open house is this upcoming weekend and Jet Air has been getting things ready for this. Gardinier asked if there are any plans to cut the brush around the Airport perimeter, and Horan responded. Adam Henderson with Whirlybird Helicopters spoke next. He stated that they have been preparing for the open house, as well. Henderson then briefly shared how his business has been doing; adding that he currently has eight students enrolled. Henderson then responded to Members' questions regarding Whirlybird Helicopters. g. Subcommittees' Reports—Horan asked Tharp to make the subcommittee list a part of the normal packet. He then reviewed the current subcommittees for the new Members. • Airport Commission May 20,2010 Page 3 h. Commission Members' Reports—Crane noted the possibility of youth programs being offered in aviation. Tharp stated that he is familiar with the group promoting this. He added that Jet Air did a two- or three-day camp a couple of years ago for youth. Horan shared with new Members some web sites they can visit for aviation information. Gardinier shared with Members that she had been interviewed recently for a Mediacom television show. i. Staff Report—Tharp noted the open house this coming weekend on Saturday from 9:00 to 5:00, stating that he has had phone calls from local congressional folks who have stated they will be stopping by. SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING FOR: The next regular meeting will be Thursday, June 17, 2010 at 6:00 P.M. at the Airport Terminal building. The special meeting will be held on July 1st at 6:00 P.M. ADJOURN: The meeting adjourned at 7:06 P.M. Gardinier made the motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:06 P.M.; seconded by Crane. Motion carried 4-0; Farris absent. -(a CHAIRPERSON DATE Airport Commission May 20,2010 Page 4 AIRPORT COMMISSION ATTENDANCE RECORD YEAR 2010 TERM 1/21 2/18 3/18 4/15 4129 5/20 NAME EXP. Greg Farris 3/1/13 X X X O/E X O/E Minnetta 3/1/15 X X X O/E X X Gardinier Howard 3/1/14 X X X X X X Horan Jose 3/1/12 --- --- --- --- X Assouline Steve Crane 3/1/14 --- --- --- X X X Janelle Rettig 3/1/12 X X X X O/E --- John Staley 3/1/10 X X --- --- --- KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E= Absent/Excused NM = No meeting -- = Not a Member