HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-08-12 Airport Commission SummaryKENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION
AUGUST 12, 1999
Kenai City Council Chambers
Tom Thibodeau, Chairman
7:00 P.M.
~AGENDA~
ITEM 1- CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
ITEM 2' AGENDA APPROVAL
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES- June 10, 1999, July 8, 1999
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS
ITEM 6'
NEW BUSINESS
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Discussion - Airport Regulations Review
Discussion- Foreign Trade Zones
Discussion- Lobby Seating
ITEM 7: AIRPORT MANAGER'S REPORT
ITEM 8:
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
ITEM 9' PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 10: INFORMATION ITEMS
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Kenai City Council Meeting Action Agendas of July 7 and 21, 1999.
Kenai Municipal Airport Float Plane Basin Activity- 1999
July, 1999 Kenai Municipal Airport Enplanements Report
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ADJOURNMENT
KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION
AUGUST 12, 1999
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CHAIR TOM THIBODEAU, PRESIDING
ITEM 1:
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chairman Thibodeau called the meeting to order at approximately 7'01 p.m.
Attendance was as follows:
Commission members present'
Knackstedt, Thibodeau, Holloway, Lorenzen,
Bielefeld, Favretto and Van Zee (arrived at 7:02
p.m.)
Others present:
Airport Manager Rebecca Cronkhite, Assistant
Airport Manager Keith Holland, City Clerk
Carol L. Freas and City Councilman Duane
Bannock.
ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION:
Commissioner Knackstedt MOVED for approval of the agenda as presented and
Commissioner Holloway SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES- June 10, 1999,' July 8, 1999
MOTION:
Commissioner Knackstedt MOVED for approval of the minutes as presented and
Commissioner Holloway SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD- None.
ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS- None.
ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS
Discussion - Airport Regulations Review
Thibodeau noted the city manager requested the Commission review the Airport
Regulations over the next three months and forward amendments. Cronkhite stated
her intent was to get input and suggested changes from the Commission. Councilman
Bannock explained, the council wanted the code reviewed and suggested changes
made where the code/regulations are completely outdated, being ignored or causing a
problem. The council was not asking the Commission to edit the code/regulations.
The council will then be reviewing the information and consider amendments during
the winter months. The Commission continued with a paragraph-by-paragraph review
of the first six chapters of the Airport Regulations and made the following suggested
changes:
1.05, Authority:
1.05.010(a)' A length discussion took place in regard to code and statute
references made in this section. Request the City Attorney to include
specific statute referring to authority given the city if necessary.
1.05.010(b)' Reference to "...conduct of all persons flying within a five mile
radius..." was made by who Bielefeld felt the rule to control conduct of persons
flying within a five-mile radius was out of the city's realm. A lengthy discussion
followed. Because noise abatement could be a concern in regard to the five-mile
radius, Cronkhite noted she was developing a noise abatement policy. Bielefeld
also asked if the city would be liable if there was an airport-related accident
within the five-mile radius. Request the City Attorney to review and advise
whether changes need to be made.
2.05, Definitions'
2.05.010, Definitions' Cronkhite will review the list and amend with new
terms and definitions used in the industry.
4.05, Aeronautical Activities:
4.05.010(a): Aeronautical Activities, paragraph (b): Concern was stated
regarding the duty of the manager to "...restrain in any manner necessary..." a
person "...who is physically incapacitated or mentally irresponsible by virtue of
intoxication or the effects of drugs..." from board and/or operate an aircraft.
Request the City Attorney to review.
4.05.010(c)' Knackstedt questioned the phrase "duty and privilege" in regard to
"...person witnessing the transgression..." Request the City Attorney to
review.
4.05.010(e)' Add "or designee" after Airport Manager.
4.05.010 (g)through 0)' Delete.
5.05, Vehicle Operation and Regulations:
5.05.010(a)' In regard to the approval of a motor vehicle in areas designated for
the use of aircraft by the Airport Manager, it was suggested "control tower" or
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"Airport Manager office" be added to expand the area of approval in case the
Airport Manager is not available. A long discussion followed in which signage
was suggested for placement on uncontrolled areas of the airport. The signs
would say, "Unauthorized use restricted from the area." It was also suggested
this portion be deleted from the regulations and refer to an "airport driving
manual" that would clearly define what is allowed or not allowed. Holland noted
a manual is currently given to the ramp personnel who have to read it before
working on the ramp. Amend to include "as authorized to restrict
movement on the airport for safety or security reasons."
5.05.010{c): Change "equipment" to "vehicle."
5.05.010(d}: Remove "motor scooter, truck or other."
5.05.010{h): Change reference to "FAA Control Tower" to "ACTC."
5.05.010(i):
regulations.
Cronkhite to rewrite to incorporate federal security
5.05.010{j): Cronkhite to rewrite and incorporate amended definitions and
verbiage to make the person responsible for interfering during an
emergency condition on the field.
5.05.010(k):
changes.
Cronkhite to review OSHA standards, etc. and make necessary
5.05.010{1): Cronkhite to discuss with the Fire Department in regard to
"inflammable" reference.
5.05.010(n): Rewrite in regard to distance from edge of runway, radio
contact, and clearance from tower.
5.05.010(p): Rewrite "positively grounded" as defined by NFBA regulations.
6.05, Parking:
6.05.010(b): Define "ramp."
6.05.010(c): Consider saying "vehicles will be parking concurrent with
signage" or leave it as it is.
6.05.020: A lengthy discussion followed regarding the towing contract being
fee-based and the City of Kenai participate in acquiring revenue from the towing
of vehicles. It was suggested to either eliminate the restriction of parking in this
lot or enforce or pursue those who park there from 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. like
any other parking restriction in the city. It was noted parking fees are one of the
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largest sources of revenue for an airport and maybe consideration should be
given to changing the term of what is short term parking (one hour?). Van Zee
to rewrite this portion and submit for review.
6.05.030: Favretto stated a suggestion made to him was to have an annual
fee tag for long-term parking. It was pointed out there was that type of system
available currently and those using the tags park in a separate location.
Approximately 30 tags are issued a year and the cost per tag is $250 a year. It
was suggested the last sentence be changed to say, "The Airport Manager,
with the concurrence of the City Manager~ may establish fee parking at the
airport." Cronkhite noted, leaving latitude in the regulations did not mean the
current parking situation would be changed as it appeared the council and
community were satisfied with the current parking operation.
6.05.060(a): It was suggested the specifics be eliminated and Appendix 1 be
referred to the current FAA definition. Also, if there is designated parking
for aircraft there would be appropriate signage.
6.05.060(b)(c)(d): Cronkhite noted these paragraphs needed to be updated
and explained, if an aircraft was needing to be impounded other than "in place,"
the airport would contract with a licensed FBO aircraft mechanic to two the
aircraft, etc. Also the wording should include the city would then be reimbursed
for those costs by the owner prior to release of the aircraft and where the
aircraft would be stored. Cronkhite will be updating these paragraphs.
6.05.070(b): Eliminate VOR checkpoint from wording.
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Discussion- Foreign Trade Zones
Cronkhite noted informatiOn regarding foreign trade zones was included in the packet
for the Commission's review. Acting Executive Director of the Economic Development
District, Jim Elson offered to speak to the Commission at a future meeting. Favretto
suggested Assemblyman Tim Navarre or Mayor Williams make the presentation as they
have been more involved in the discussions thus far. Also, Navarre has a video about
trade zones that may be of interest to the Commission.
Thibodeau suggested the matter be brought to the Commission in a future meeting
(November or December).
Discussion- Lobby Seating
Holland reviewed information included in the packet regarding new seating for the
lobby area of the terminal building. He explained, the present seating was low and
hard for some to get up from, lacked arm rests, had a long base, and did not meet ADA
requirements. He noted, the new seating would also include some attached tables for
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placing drinks, etc. which could help in circumventing spills and stains to the carpet.
He noted, the types of seating shown in the material are used nationwide and are
leaders in the industry.
Holland also reported, the new seating would be placed in the primary seating area of
the terminal. However, it would not be possible to replace all the seating due to the
expense and the amount of funds included in the budget. Cronkhite noted, the seats
would be replaced over the next few years and the older seating, because it was still in
very good condition, would be used in other areas of the terminal building.
Approximately 25 seats will be purchased at approximately $19,000, including freight.
After hearing the cost for the seating, Van Zee suggested contacting the Wildwood
Correctional Facility to see if the inmates would be able to build the seating. Cronkhite
also reported they were also accumulating information from other airports as to
serviceability and types of seating used in their facilities.
Thibodeau stated he believed there were a lot of stains on the carpet but were not
limited to the area around the seating. Holland noted, they were focused around the
seating. Thibodeau stated he would prefer no eating or drinks be allowed anywhere in
the terminal other than the restaurant. Cronkhite noted, there would be no way to
enforce that type of a rule. She reported a contractor had been hired to commercially
clean the carpets and that she had been told approximately 90% of the stains would be
removed from the cleaning. She added, there was money included in the budget to
replace the carpet, however, she believed the problem was a maintenance problem and
that would be addressed first. If the cleaning can extend the life of the carpet,
purchase of new carpet and installation will be avoided for this fiscal year.
Cronkhite also reported new garbage receptacles were being ordered for use in the
bathrooms at the terminal because paper towel dispensers will be installed in the
bathrooms because of custodial problems experienced from people avoiding use of the
hand dryers. The receptacles will be those designed for use outdoors so that if the
paper towel use in the bathrooms doesn't work, the receptacles can be used outside
and there won't be any waste of fUnds.
Cronkhite requested concurrence from the Commission in regard to the new seating.
Thibodeau stated he was glad to see the current seating would be used in other places
in the terminal. He added, he thought it would be a good idea to check with the prison
as to their ability to produce the equipment. Cronkhite added, additional information
would be available at the next Commission meeting.
MOTION:
Commissioner Favretto MOVED to allow Cronkhite to move forward with finding
replacements for the seating area and provide information at the next meeting.
Commissioner Van Zee SECONDED the motion.
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Knackstedt asked if the attached tables was a priority for which type of equipment is
purchased. He noted the examples did not all show tables attached. He also noted,
the ADA requirements should be the first priority. Holland answered, all the examples
could be configured with tables, are made of metal, have vinyl seating with no seams
showing or few seams, cannot be easily torn, and are designed for reupholstering.
VOTE:
There were no objections. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
ITEM 7:
AIRPORT MANAGER'S REPORT- No report.
ITEM 8:
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
Thibodeau- Reported he would be gone October, November, December and
January. Vice-Chair Knackstedt is to conduct the meetings.
ITEM 9' PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD- None.
ITEM 10: INFORMATION ITEMS
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ITEM 11'
Kenai City Council Meeting Action Agendas of July 7 and 21, 1999.
Kenai Municipal Airport Float Plane Basin Activity- 1999
July, 1999 Kenai Municipal Airport Enplanements Report
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Commissioner Holloway MOVED for adjournment and Commissioner Knackstedt
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:35 p.m.
Minu~es tr _ans§rib~d prepared by:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
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