HomeMy WebLinkAboutAirport.Minutes.01-12-2010AIRPORT BOARD MINUTES
Januan' 12, 2010
Cape Aviation Conference Roont
Members Present: Justin Albright, Sam Blackwell, Cram_ Bohnsack, John Dissauer, Fred Fgpley. Rick
He Vel. Mark Scesing, Walt Wildman
Others Present: Brum Luv, Airport Manager: Katrina Amus -Atkins, Adntinislmti%e Coordinator:
Merrick Inv in, Cape Aviation Supervisor
1. MINUTES OE PREVIOUS MEETING
The meeting was called to order at 5:0sPM. Mr. Gpplec moved and Mr. Bohnsack seconded the
motion to approve the December 2009 minutes. the motion passed by unanimous vote.
II. APPEARANCES
Mr. Loy welcomed nenmembers Justin Albright and Sam Blackwell to the Airport Advisor
Board.
III. OLD BUSINESS
A. Airport Activity Report — Mr. Luh presented an Airport Usage Report for December 2009. '1 he
airline had 3011 enplancments for the month wills only two (2) cancelled flights. There were some
mechanical issues that were repaired yuickfv. Air nattic is up 18% local and 30% itinerant.
B. Cape Aviation Report Mr. Irwin presented a Cape Aviation Fuel Report for December 2009.
Fuel sales were up for the month which was attributed to the airline. military traffic, and traffic
diverted to the airport due to the Sikeston airport being closed. Mr. Irwin started the IFR count is
comparable to Marion. IF and above Paducah, KY. Ile noted the winter storm also helped as
several other airports fueling trucks had mechanical issues.
Mr. Irvin gave a brief overview of the services Cape Aviation offers to the new board members.
I le mentioned all of the businesses including Ozark Maintenance and Cape Air Charter that help
make Cape Aviation a fill -service I BO. Mr. Hetzel commented that the renovations completed
in 2008 made a vast improvement to the overall facility.
Mr. Loy informed the Board that he asked Mr. Inv in to put together data regarding the passenger
count for the last sic months in which Mr. Irwin reported an estimated 3,000 transient passengers.
Mr. Loy will add this information to a presentation he will be giving to the meal Lions Club. Mr.
Seesing asked if the class or categon of transient aircraft is being tracked. He stated some of
them could possibly be counted as enplanements. Discussion continued.
Project Updates —
• Cape Air Inaugural Event Mr. Lo} reminded the Board of u
the inaugural event for Cape
Air scheduled for Januar- _21". He noted that Dan Wolf, president and CFO tin Cape Air,
w ill also be in attendance. There are some conflicts with other meeting ,it that da} with the
Chamher of( onanerce and Magnet however the date could not be changed. Cape Air has
scheduled this inaugural in conjunction with their other stations in the area. All are invited to
attend.
• Robbie Rollins Memorial Foundation Update- Mr. Loy informed the Board that he spoke
with Eric Cunningham, city attorney. with regards to selling up the foundation. Mr.
Cunningham said he will need to file articles of incorporation: by-laws will have to he
created, as well as a financial status. A development group is already in place torthe airport.
Mr. I oy Staled the cityntorncv is hesitant concerning adding a name to the title. Several of
the Board mem hers added that the Board voted on the name of the foundation. Mr Fetzel
stated a time line needs to he established in order to receive contributions for the upcoming
air show.
2010 Air Festival Update- Mr. Loy slated he had a really positive response to the first
meeting. Mr. Loy' emailed Mr. Meyer regarding setting up a "Land -Side' meeting soon. Mr.
Loy stated lie would like have several key entities including MoDOT, Highway Patrol, and
first responders along with key Volunteers to attend this meeting. Mr. U''ildnlan commented
on the possibility of adding an additional exit to assist with traffic flow. Mr. Loy noted [hat
Mr. Meyer will contact MoD01 regarding an alternate egress for emergency use. He added
that one of the main issues with the 2008 air show was the interstate right lanes not being
coned for air show lraflic.
Mr. Seesing reported that Am*v lonllinson with the Blue Angels is headed to EI Centro. Ile
also reported that he is still in the collection stage regarding information to submit to the Blue
Angels. I lotel information needs to be collected next. The arresting gear is still an issue that
is being worked on. Mr. Scesing hopes to have this all completed so that he can begin
working on the Golden Knights support manual.
Mr. Loy also reported to the Board he is working with Element 74 on the website and has
almost finished the sponsorship packet. He stated he will get the budget to Mr. Bohnsack
soon. Discussion continued.
IV. NEW BUSINESS
V. NON -AGENDA ITEMS
A. Boyd Group Presentation—Mr. I oy informed the Board that the Boyd Group will be presenting
the airport with it, findings from the Air Sen'ice Study conducted for the five regional airports on
February 4, 2010. Mr. Loy reported there is not a lot of data for this arca being there has not
being reliable air service since 2006. Mr. LoN will send out an email to the Board members
regarding this meeting.
B. Commander Update — Mr. Lggley asked if there is anything new to report on Commander at
this point. Mr. Loc stated there is nothing new to mention at this point as the City is still
reviewing otter options.
Airport Security — Mr. Dissauer asked if the airport operations have been affected since the
attempted terrorist attack during Christmas. Mr. Loy commented that the airport will not he
affected as much being there aren't any international flights coming into the airport.
Other Board members asked if securih cameras have been purchased lir the airport. Mr. Irwin
reported he is researching different systems and hopes to purchase one in the near future.
'� Discussion continued.
D. Airport Promotion - Mr. Dissauer would like the Board Io brainstorm about ways to increase
business traffic to the airport. Mr. Scesing slated a meeting should be se[ up +vith the Chamber of
C ommerce and the Area Magnet to discuss a possible partnership. Discussion continued.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:I5p.m.
Minutes prepared by Katrina Atkins. Administrative Coordinator
Minutes Apprtrved By:
Rick Iletzel
Chairman Airport Advisory Board