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MINUTES FINAL
IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION
OCTOBER 10, 2019 — 6:00 P.M.
AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING
Members Present: Warren Bishop, Scott Clair, Christopher Lawrence, Judy Pfohl
Members Absent: Bob Libby
Staff Present: Eric Goers, Michael Tharp
Others Present: Todd Allyn, Carl Byers, John Moes, Chris Ogren, Pat Prior, Matt Wolford
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council
action):
None.
DETERMINE QUORUM:
The meeting was called to order at 6:01 P.M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes from the September 12, 2019, meeting were reviewed. Lawrence moved to accept
the minutes of the September 12, 2019, meeting as presented. Pfohl seconded the
motion. The motion carried 40, Libby absent.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
a. Airport 100 -Year Anniversary book presentation — Tharp gave a brief history
for new Members, noting that the Airport celebrated 100 -years of operation last
year with a big event. He noted that FUEL, the consultant who has helped with
marketing of the Airport, helped to create a commemorative book of the event.
Tharp then introduced Chris Ogren, the former Airport Commissioner who helped
put the anniversary celebration together. The discussion continued, with FUEL
giving some history of their time working with the Airport. Everyone expressed
their delight with the outcome of the book and thanked FUEL for their hard work
in creating such a memorable piece.
b. Airport Website Update — The discussion then turned to the Airport's website
and what has been going on behind the scenes with FUEL. Tharp noted that
after the last meeting, he and Moes discussed ways of getting the community
more involved and aware of the Airport. An updated website was one area of
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discussion, with the idea of having more information available, both aviation
related and local information on sites and places to visit, and things to do while in
Iowa City. Tharp stated that with their limited budget, he and Moes have decided
their initial focus will be the website itself, with some social media outreach as
well. Members continued to share ideas of what they would like to see on the
updated website.
C. FAA1lDOT Projects
i. Obstruction Mitigation — Tharp reiterated what he said last month
regarding plans and specs being submitted to the FAA. The FAA has now
given their approval. This means the next step is to set a public hearing
to review the plans and specs for this project. The special meeting for
this will be on October 21st, according to Tharp, at 6:00 P.M.
1. Consider a resolution setting a public hearing for the plans,
specifications and form of contract — Lawrence moved to
consider Resolution #A19-15, setting a public hearing for the
plans, specifications and form of contract for the project, on
October 21, 2019. Bishop seconded the motion. The motion
carried 4-0, Libby absent.
Ill. Runway 25 Threshold Relocation — Tharp gave Members a quick
update on this, noting that things are moving forward.
ill. Terminal Apron/Taxiway reconstruction — Tharp noted that this bid
process will begin in January, with the same type of situation of having a
public hearing. This project is not set to begin until April, dependent on
the weather.
iv. Fuel Farm Expansion and card reader kiosk replacement — Tharp
stated that he has the contract ready to be signed for this project, but that
it is also a springtime project. He then responded to Member questions
regarding the various projects planned for 2020.
d. FBO 1 Flight Training Reports
i. Jet Air — Wolford shared the monthly maintenance reports with Members.
Highlighted areas included repair of the taxiway lighting after a lightening
strike. Tharp spoke to this briefly, noting that the lightening strike took out
about 20 fixtures. He has had several electricians out to give him some
quotes and ideas of what they are looking at for repairs. Wolford then
continued, speaking to maintenance issues, such as replacing door seals.
Speaking to Jet Air, he talked about their web presence and how they pay
extra in order to be listed on the Cedar Rapids' Airport website, in addition
to other sites. A brief discussion ensued regarding fees for landing at the
Airport, with Wolford stating that this is not something Jet Air would be
interested in at this time. In terms of game days, he stated that this
upcoming Saturday is expected to be a busy one.
e. Airport Operations
i. Management — None.
iii, Budget —
1. Flight Simulator — Tharp stated that they do have the website
updated with the Survey Monkey they discussed last month, and
the tri -fold fliers are scheduled to be mailed next week. It was
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noted that they currently have around $900 in pledges. Tharp
added that as things move along they will be revisiting what they
plan to do to the room downstairs where they plan to have the
simulator.
2. FY2021 Budget — Tharp noted that the budget subcommittee met
last week to review the FY21 budget. He added that he doesn't
have exact figures at the moment, but basically it is a status quo
budget with no large, new projects planned. This budget shows
an estimated revenue of $360,00, with estimated expenses
around $357,000, leaving an approximate $4,000 surplus. The
$100,000 grant match is still part of the budget, as well. Tharp
then responded to Member questions regarding various line items.
Tharp then spoke briefly to equipment replacement over the next
few years and what is planned. Lawrence moved to submit the
FY2021 budget as presented. Clair seconded the motion. The
motion carried 4-0, Libby absent.
iii. Events — Clair spoke about the Monarch Festival that was held this past
summer and how well that went over. He suggested they look at the
calendar and see what types of events, such as this, come up annually
and get the word out about the Airport being able to host such events.
f. Commission Member Reports — None.
g. Staff Report — Tharp stated that he will be out of the office next Thursday, as he
will be in Ankeny for the Iowa Public Airport Association board meeting.
SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING FOR:
The next regular meeting of the Airport Commission will be held on Thursday November 14,
2019, at 6:00 P.M. in the Airport Terminal Building. Tharp reminded Members of the special
meeting on October 21, 2019.
ADJOURN:
Lawrence moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:50 P.M. Bishop seconded the motion. The motion
carried 4-0, Libby absent.
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Airport Commission
ATTENDANCE RECORD
2018-2019
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X = Present
X/E = Present for Part of Meeting
O = Absent
O/E = Absent/Excused
NM = Not a Member at this time
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Warren
06/30/22
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Bishop
X
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Scott Clair
06/30/23
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NM
X
X
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Robert Libby
07/01120
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X
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X
X
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Christopher
07/01/21
Lawrence
X
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X
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Judy Pfohl
06/30/22
NM
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NM
NM
X
X
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X = Present
X/E = Present for Part of Meeting
O = Absent
O/E = Absent/Excused
NM = Not a Member at this time