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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-07-1988 AIRPOINT MINUTES . � • ` � AIRPORT COMMISSION April 7, 1988 12:00 Noon The meeting was called to order at 12:00 Noon by Chairman Mack Kreizenbeck. The Roll of the Commission was called with the following members present: Stoddard, Ring, Kreizenbeck, Collins, Koch, and Winder. Absent: Kehne and McGee. (APPROVAL OF MINUTES) It was MOVED by Stoddard, SECONDED by Ring to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the March 3, 1988, meeting and approve them as written. MOTION CARRIED (DISCUSSION ON SEWER LINE HOOKUP) • There was some discussion among the members regarding the sewer line that was stubbed off at the parking. They stated that to have it completed to the building was necessary before the Air Show. The Chairman said that it was his understanding that it would be done as soon as possible. (MANAGER'S REPORT) Whit Smith reported briefly on the replacement of the taxiway lights. Other than that, he stated that everything was going well. (FINANCIAL REPORT) Mrs. Talley gave the Commission copies of the report. She also stated that she had the budget work sheets and needed to know who was planning to put the budget together for the Airport this year. The sheets were due back in her office by May 13th. The Chairman asked her if they could have copies of last year's sheets to work from. Mrs. Talley questioned the Commission with regard to one of the hangar leases. The people own the hangar and pay for the lease, but refuse to sign the lease agreement. Their concern was with regard to the insurance required. • After discussion, it was agreed that they should sign the lease and be required to obtain insurance. It was MOVED by Collins, SECONDED by Stoddard that this be turned over to the City Attorney with the strong recommendation that the lease be signed and the proper insurance acquired for the protection of the City. - 1 - ' � � � During the following discussion, it was agreed that everyone with a hangar lease should be required to obtain the insurance coverage. The Commission also determined that they would ask the City of Nampa what coverage they requested. MOTION CARRIED (REPORT FROM COUNCILMAN WINDER) Mr. Winder reported to the Commission that the Council has been discussing the Airport. A gate will be installed at the Airport to hopefully solve the problems. The Council also discussed the leases. (CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT) The Chairman stated that there would be no report from the Engineer as he was not in attendance. The Finance Director informed the Commission that Mr. Redmond does not plan to come to every meeting of the Commission now that the Grant is closed out. If he is needed, the Chairman should plan to call him ahead of time so he will be there. • Mr. Koch suggested that the Commission discuss the items listed under the Engineer's comments. None of the members had any further information pertaining to the restaurant. With regard to the sod lease, he was farming and the paper work was being processed. Mr. Koch introducted Jordan Demock, who was going to be farming the land for Mr. McKay. Councilman Winder reported that the weed control bid was awarded to the low bidder, Metzger and Ball. Mr. Koch further commented that he did not know the status of the sludge. There was one person who was interested in having the sludge dumped at his place. This involved the same mileage. Discussion continued with regard to the sludge dumping at the Airport. If the improvements were made to the treatment of the sludge, the Commission could reconsider their decision. (MARTY KOCH'S REPORT ON STERLING LEASE) Mr. Koch stated that he talked with Mr. Sterling informing him that the lease was ready for his signature at City Hall. As far as he knew, the lease was not signed. Mr. Koch further explained that Mr. Sterling has a project in Boise going at this time. The City Council stipulated that when • the lease was signed, Mr. Sterling would have 120 days. He was to let the Commission know when he plans to begin the construction. Mr. Koch said that he was sure this was why he had not signed the Agreement as yet. Mr. Koch explained the procedure of handling the leases and those people that they should communicate with. It was his - 2 - ' � i � hope that there would be a more positive relationship with the prospective tenants. Mr. Koch further stated that the gate was in and they were hopeful of getting some gravel. The fence was already moved by the electrical vault and they did have an optional bid for moving Sterling's fence back so there wou 1 d be a parking area. The p 1 an was to do a section at a time. Whit Smith reported that to move the fence, which was 150 feet wide, three lots of fifty feet, and 75 feet back, the bid was 5260.15. There was no need to do this until the lease was signed and he was ready for construction. Dr. Collins stated that he would like to propose to the Commission and the City Council that the Minimum Standards be changed so that any further tenants provide access through their property to the runway environment and be required to put in a lockable gate. The future owners should be responsible for this so that the question of gates would never be an issue again. Mr. Koch inquired as to whether the signs regarding elevation and runway were ever moved. They should be down where they do the run up at the end instead of where they are at the old • end of the runway. Also mentioned was that the paint job at both ends was peeling. Mr. Koch agreed to pursue both of these problems by discussing them with Mr. Redmond. MOVED by Koch, SECONDED by Stoddard that the runway signs be moved and that an inquiry be made with regard to the paint peeling. MOTION CARRIED (AIR-A-FAIR REPORT) Esther Stoddard reported that everything was going well. She wondered if they needed permission from the City to have the Air Show at the Airport. MOVED by Collins, SECONDED by Ring that they City Council be requested to allow the Air Show. MOTION CARRIED The Chairman suggested the Airport be dedicated at the same time. Perhaps this might bring more people out for the show. It was agreed that the Air Show Committee wou 1 d handl e this as well. • Mrs. Stoddard further said that they were incorporating, the B-52 would be coming again as well as many concession booths and display booths. They have also been assured that the weather will be perfect. The Advertising Committee was active and doing a good job. It was suggested by the Chairman that the new member of the press in attendance be - 3 - • � � . � invited to their next meeting. Mr. Scott agreed to be there. Councilman Winder reported that he did contact the State Centennial Commission to determine if this show could be designated as the Centennial Air Show. He learned that Idaho Falls had already received this distinction. They did agree to list the Caldwell show on their Centennial brochures. Mr. Koch discussed with the Commission the possibility of putting in a softball diamond in the alkali flats at the Airport. The sewer and water was now av ai 1 ab 1 e so it cou 1 d be a positive proj ect. The suggestion was presented to him by Jim Shore during the negotiations with the sod farmer. MOVED by Koch, SECONDED by Stoddard that the Commission recommend to the City Council that they pursue the idea of a baseball diamond on alkali flats. MOTION CARRIED Mrs. Stoddard also reported that a letter was written to the National Guard requesting a temporary bridge for over the canal on the day of the Show. � (DISCUSSION ON THE BYLAWS) The Chairman asked for discussion from the Commission regarding possible discrepencies in the Bylaws. It was pointed out that the City Code did not agree with the Bylaws in certain areas. Councilman Winder pointed out that the definition of his relationship from the Council to the Commission was not clear. Mr. Koch agreed to work as a part of a committee to bring back suggestions to the Commission at the next meeting. (HANDOUT OF RULES AND REGULATIONS) The Chairman stated that each of the tenants needed to receive copies of these rules and he would accept suggestions as to how they should be distributed. Dr. Collins said that he would like for the Commission members to review these rules to be sure there is no changes needed before they are handed out. Dr. Collins stated that he would take the rules and regulations and review them before the next meeting. MOVED by Koch, SECONDED by Stoddard that a list of all those with lease agreements at the Airport be compiled and that after the Rules and Regulations are reviewed, the Airport • Manager be directed to distribute copies to them. MOTION CARRIED (INTRODUCTION BY JIM METZGER) _ 4 _ . . � i � Mr. Metzger introduced to the Commission the group planning to purchase Precision Flight. He suggested that if the Commission had any questions, they would be glad to address them. They would be negotiating a new lease with the City of Caldwell. There was considerable discussion with regard to this proposal among the Commission members. Concerns were expressed with regard to the planes loaded with chemicals flying over the homes in the area. Several of those people introduced themselves to the Commission and explained where their homes were located. It was decided that they would all meet after the meeting to discuss their concerns. (NEWSLETTER FROM NAMPA AIRPORT) Mr. Kreizenbeck stated that the last item of business was that the Airport Manager gave him a newsletter from the Nampa Airport. Included in the information was the fact that several hangars would be available for rent. The rent will be from $80 to $120. The Finance Director from Nampa also informed the Chairman that if people will pre-pay on the hangar rents, the rent will be $75 a month; by pre-pay, he meant six months to a year in advance. The City of Nampa was • building about fourteen new hangars. Mr. Kreizenbeck suggested that Caldwell pursue trying some progressive marketing for their hangar rentals. The Chairman also reported that a letter was written to Hewlett Packard offering the use of the Caldwell Airport for their executives flying into the area. Hopefully, they will give this suggestion some consideration. There was further discussion about possible traffic into the Airport. It was suggested that some advertising could be done during the Air Show. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1:00 p.m. APPROVED AS written THIS 5th DAY OF �aY , 1988. Mack Kreizenbeck, Chairman Caldwell Airport Commission � - 5 -