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Cape Girardeau Regional Airport Advisory Board Meeting - Minutes
October 12, 2021
The Cape Girardeau Regional Airport Advisory Board held their regular meeting on September
14, 2021, at 11:30 am at the Cape Pilot's Club.
Board Members Present:
Ryan Dewrock, Chairman
Richard Knote, Vice Chair
Beverly Cleair, Board Member
Mike Marshall, Board Member
Justin Davidson, Board Member
Tameka Randle, Board Member
Joe Uzoaru, Board Member
Jeff Brune, Board Member (via phone)
Absent: N/A
Staff Present:
Katrina Amos, Airport Manager
Audrey Lorch, Airport Support Spec.
Jeff Long, Southeast Missourian
Stacy Kinder, City Council
Call to Order/Approval of Minutes - The meeting was called to order at 11:30 am. Mr.
Knote moved and Ms. Cleair seconded the motion to approve the minutes from the
August 10, 2021 minutes, the motion was approved by unanimous vote.
II. Appearances — None
III. Old Business -
A. Airport Activity Report —Ms. Amos presented the August 2021 Airport Usage
Report. Airline enplanements continued to do very well, considering vacation travel
has slowed down in comparison to the previous month. Ms. Amos stated she is
encouraged by the report, noting if SkyWest continues to average 800 passengers
per month, they will exceed the original projection of 7,400 enplanements for the
year. She reiterated if enplanements reach 8,000, the airport will be eligible for
$600,000 in grant funds. Discussion continued on this topic.
B. Cape Aviation Report — Ms. Amos presented the August 2021 Cape Aviation Report.
Fuel sales were steady for the month. The student pilot traffic has been a very
positive addition for 100LL fuel sales.
Ms. Amos will be meeting with US Aviation and ATC staff to discuss their flight
instruction procedures to ensure safe operations. She also reported local air traffic
operations have increased by 49% since the start of the program.
Projects-
Owner's
rojects-
Owner's Representative Projects — Ms. Amos informed the Board that she has an
Owner's Representative "kick off" meeting scheduled with Burns and McDonnell to
officially begin work on the various projects including the terminal, and t -hangars.
After the timelines are finalized, Burns and McDonnell and airport staff will schedule
meetings with stakeholders, City Council, and the Board Members to assist with
completing the 15% Basis of Design. Ms. Amos will have more information at the
October meeting.
Airport Events Recap- Ms. Amos detailed several events at the Airport in the last
few weeks, the Airport hosted the WWII B-25 "Maid in the Shade" Bomber, August
23-29, rides were offered as well. They were very happy with the turn out from the
public.
Business After Hours- Held at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport Tuesday,
August 24. The Chamber raffled a ride in the B-25, which a veteran
happened to win.
y SEMO University Charter flight- The Airport supported the SEMO Redhawks
Football team charter flight to College Station, Texas. Airport staff, SkyWest
Airlines, and Cape Aviation employees assisted with the operation. This flight
had 120 passengers, which will go towards CGI's overall enplanement total
for the year.
C. Advisory Board Member Applications- The Board went over several more
applicants for a new member. Ms. Amos will send out a poll via email for the Board
to cast their vote. The recommendation will be presented to Council at the next
meeting.
D. SEMO Pilot Program Update- Ms. Amos reported there is a 49% increase in air
traffic; the Pilot Program has also surpassed expectations. Additional information
was covered in the Cape Aviation report.
E. Honor Flight Update- Ms. Amos reported the Veterans Honor Flight will take place
at CGI on October 8; there will be 30 veterans along with 20 assistants leaving for
Washington, DC. They will return on October 10. Ms. Amos has been working with
the Wake Foundation, SkyWest Airlines, and 15t Class Travel, for the last several
months to bring the flight to fruition.
IV. New Business —
A. FBO Improvements Presentation — Ms. Amos went through the presentation with
the Board and discussed addressing renovations such as paint, furniture, boardroom
Improvements, and general decor. Mr. Davidson compiled ample information for the
slide show. Minor improvements, such as new keypads, paint, and updated
furniture, will be made within the next couple of months. Discussion continued on
the topic.
B. Part 139 Inspection— Ms. Amos noted the FAA Part 139 inspection is scheduled at
the end of October. Airport staff has already begun preparing for the inspection.
C. Live fire training — The Missouri Fire Rescue Institute will be at the Airport
September 26-27. The training courses provide the skills to build local teams and
coalitions that respond to natural and technological disasters.
D. Airport Lagoon Project — Ms. Amos informed the Board the Lagoon is in the process
of being dredged and will have irrigation turrets installed to reduce the number of
times it has to be pumped and hauled using semi -trailers.
V. Non -Agenda —
VI. Adjournment —
There being no other business Ms. Cleair moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Davidson
seconded the motion. All were in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 12:46pm.
Minutes prepared by:
Audrey Lorch, Airport Support Specialist