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MINUTES FINAL
IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION
MAY 29, 2018—12:00 P.M.
AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING
Members Present: Minnetta Gardinier, Robert Libby, Chris Ogren
Members Absent: Christopher Lawrence, A. Jacob Odgaard
Staff Present: Eric Goers, Michael Tharp
Others Present: Matt Wolford
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council
action):
None.
DETERMINE QUORUM:
The meeting was called to order at 12:03 P.M. by Libby, after declaring a quorum.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes from the April 23, 2018, meeting were reviewed first. Ogren moved to accept the
minutes of the April 23,2018, meeting, as presented. Gardinier seconded the motion.
The motion carried 3-0, Lawrence and Odgaard absent.
Minutes from the May 2, 2018, meeting were reviewed next. Ogren moved to accept the
minutes of the May 2, 2018, meeting as presented. Gardinier seconded the motion. The
motion carried 3-0, Lawrence and Odgaard absent.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
a. FAA/IDOT Projects: AECOM/David Hughes
I. Obstruction Mitigation—Tharp stated that with the change in meeting
time, he did not ask Hughes to be present today. He added that he did
send out the final version of the EA document to Members for their review
and comments. The deadline for this will be May 318'. A quick
turnaround is expected from the FAA once they begin their review.
1. Environmental Assessment(EA)—
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ii. North T-Hangar Restroom—Tharp stated that this project is slowly
proceeding. The internal piping is done at this point, which means the
flooring can be poured next.
b. Airport Operations
i. Budget-
1. North T-hanger Asphalt Repair—Tharp shared that he did as
the Commission asked and sought out an emergency grant for the
asphalt repair. However, this project was not eligible. Hansen
Asphalt is expected to be out soon to begin this project.
il.
Management—
1. Airport Viewing Area—Tharp noted that this project is moving
much slower than expected. Unfortunately he does not expect it
to be ready for the 100-year anniversary celebration. Members
briefly discussed what can be done.
2. Riverside Drive Improvements—Everything is going well here,
according to Tharp. Wolford noted that they have been keeping
the new landscaping watered.
iii. Events—Tharp mentioned the June 30th car show, raising money for St.
Jude, and then July 30th through August 2n4 they can expect some planes
coming through on their way from Oshkosh.
c. 100 Year Anniversary Committee—Tharp shared a schedule of the daily
events for the anniversary open house celebration. On June 4111, Tharp will be on
the KXIC radio station to promote the event. There is also a Facebook page
dedicated to this. Continuing, he spoke briefly to some of the various items that
he is tracking. Ogren asked about recruiting volunteers for this event and a
discussion ensued about just how many people may be needed. Tharp stated
that he believes they just need people to man the t-shirt booth. Ogren asked if
they shouldn't have extra people to circulate around and respond to questions,
as well. Wolford added that Jet Air will have extra people on hand during the
event. Members continued to discuss various aspects of the celebration.
d. FBO/Flight Training Reports
i. Jet Air—Wolford shared monthly maintenance reports with Members and
highlighted some of the tasks performed—mowing, weed trimming,
painting, spraying of weeds on the closed runway and along fence lines,
and spraying for the ant problem.
Speaking to Jet Air,Wolford stated that their airplane sales have been
phenomenal. He spoke to some of the various deals they have been a
part of. Wolford also shared that they have hired another person to work
the desk.
e. Commission Members' Reports— None.
f. Staff Report—Tharp noted that the Council appointed Derek Labrie to the
Commission and his term will begin July 1St. There is still an open seat on the
Commission, according to Tharp, and he encouraged interested parties to apply.
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Continuing,Tharp stated that he will be out of the office on June Island the
afternoon of the 31m.
SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING FOR:
The next regular meeting of the Airport Commission will be held on Thursday.June 21,2018,
at 6:00 P.M. in the Airport Terminal Building.
ADJOURN:
Ogren moved to adjourn the meeting at 12:52 P.M. Gardinier seconded the motion. The
motion carried 3-0, Lawrence and Odgaard absent.
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CHAIRPERSON DATE
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Airport Commission
ATTENDANCE RECORD
2017-2018
TERM m m •
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NAME
EXP. v 0 V m a g`', A m a u 0 11.310
V V V V V V CO 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minnetta 07/01/19 0/ 0/
Gardinier X XX E X E X X X X X X X X
Chris Ogren 07/01/18 p/
X XXX X XXXXE X X X X
A.Jacob 07/01/18 p
Odgaard 0/ 0/ 0/ 01 0/ 01 0/ r
X XXX EEEEEX EE EO/E
Robert Libby 07/01/20 0/ 0/ 0/
O/E X X E X X E X X X XE 0X
Christopher 07/01/21 O1
Lawrence NM XXX EXXXXX XX X X
Key:
X = Present
X/E= Present for Part of Meeting
0 = Absent
0/E =Absent/Excused
NM = Not a Member at this time