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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAirport.Minutes.07-15-2008AIRPORT BOARD MINUTES July 15, 2008 Cape Aviation Conference Roam Members Present: Craig Bohnsack, John Dissauer, Dill Dunn, Fred Eggley, Rick Hetzel, Robbie Rollins, Mark Sewing, Bo Shantz, Walt Wildman Others Present: Bruce Lov, Airport Manager: Katrina Amos -Atkins; Administrative Coordinator, Derrick Irwin; Cape Aviation Supervisor 1. MINUTES OFPREVIOUS MEETING The meeting was called to order at 5:05PM. Mr. Rollins moved and Mr. Wildman seconded the motion to approve the June 2008 minutes. The motion passed by unanimous vote. IL OLD BUSINESS A. Airport Activity Report — Mr. Loy presented all Airport Usage Report for June 2008. Mr. Loy mentioned that numbers are down but steady. lie said that airline service is still slow but doesn't want to do a lot of advertising until planes are dedicated to this area and better flight limes are available. Mr. Loy also stated that he is unsure as to when a third flight will be available. i'he airline will a marketing agent to area businesses to try to boost business. Mr. Loy said that he has a marketing seminar to attend in August that may be helpful. B. Cape Aviation Report - Mr. Lov presented a Cape Aviation Fuel Report for June 2008. Ile stated that fuel sales are were down from last year however, the fuel prices remain very competitive with surrounding airports. Derrick Irwin mentioned Cape Aviation offering a special during the Osh Kosh air show, event. Derrick also mentioned that he is getting very close on the self-service station. C. Project Updates- • Cape Aviation Facility Rehabilitation — Mr. Loy informed the Board that he still hasn't received price verification from Phillip Smith for the gutters which MoD01 will fund. Tile has to be put in Ozark Maintenance's office. It was also stated that the stains that were forming on the newly painted floor are disappearing. Discussion continued on the subject. • Midstates Aviation Hangar — Mr. Loy informed the Board that the second bid opening was held today and the only bidder was Stockade Construction Co. The bid was higher than the Previous bid. Mr. Loy mentioned that a new lease will have to be written to reflect the work being done. D, Libertyfest and Air Show— Mr. Loy informed the Board that the air show was a success. There was a huge crowd but the only downside was parking. I here were issues with people getting out <ruce the show was over. Mr. Loy stated that the City Manager asked him to go to MODOT regarding getting another access road into tire airport. Mr. Shantz suggested that another access point would be a good thing. Mr. Loy said that he had wanted to do a hangar dance which could have aided in decreasing the number of people trying to get out at the same time however, he :•,� wanted to send business downtown since they lost business due to the event being moved to the airport. Mr. Loy also commented that this year's show was a lot easier because ticket sales weren't an issue. lie suggested charging commission to the vendors for future shows it it's decide not to sale tickets to make up for some of the lost revenue. \" III. NEW BUSINESS E. Cape Avionics- Mr. Loy informed the Board that Cape Avionics will be closing. Ile stated that he asked the owners to keep the business open for thirty (30) days until he could find someone to replace them with. Mr. Loy said that he will set up a meeting with Cape Avionics to further discuss keeping the business open. Airport Restaurant Lease- Mr. Loy informed the Board that Sandy Ladd has taken over the restaurant. renaming it Sandy's Place. He said the lease agreement changed slightly, changing hours of operation to five (5) days a week instead of six (6). He mentioned that the weekend's have not been very beneficial to the restaurant therefore they will remained closed but will handle some of Cape Aviation's catering. Rv [$NSCHDialI"YY Nil 6'1 C. T-Hanger/Air Evac- Mr. Loy informed the Board that the issue with Air Evac has not been resolved. He stated that he needs to talk with City Attorney, Eric Cunningham, regarding the lease. There was discussion of allowing them to tear down the hangars but in our time frame. It was decided that further discussion is needed at nest meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15p.m. Minutes prepared by Katrina Atkins, Administrative Coordinator Min tes Approved By 4a -- Robbie Rollins Chairman Airport Advisory Board