05/01/2013 AIRPARK ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF CLEARWATER
May 1, 2013
Present: Denise L. Rosenberger Vice-Chair
Thomas D. Black Board Member
Edward O'Brien Board Member
Richard Porraro Board Member
W. Bruce Brock Board Member
Also Present: Camilo Soto Assistant City Attorney
William Morris Marine & Aviation Director
Gordon Wills Operations Manager
Patricia O. Sullivan Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. at City Hall. Members O'Brien and Black
were welcomed back and Member Brock was welcomed to the board.
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
2 —Approval of Minutes — February 6, 2013
Member Black moved to approve the minutes of the regular Airpark Advisory Board
meeting of February 6, 2013, as submitted in written summation to each board member. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3 -Tenant & Lease Report from FBO
FBO (Fixed-Base Operator) representative Barbara Cooper reported on tenant levels and
visitors; tenant levels of occupancy and use (flying) are at the highest level since economy
problems began in 2006/07.
4—Old Business
4.1. Update on Airpark projects
Operations Manager Gordon Wills said the project to improve and lengthen the runway is
on schedule. The runway will close two hours early for two weeks in early May. The FAA (Federal
Aviation Authority) will give the Airpark a new precision approach path indicator if it meets setback
requirements for proper placement. Staff has taken action to remove trees northwest and south of
the field which encroach on the approach zone. Cameras have been installed on the newest
corporate hangar. Work is underway on permits for the AWOS (Automated Weather Observation
System); it appears funding from the runway project is sufficient to permit installation. The system
will cost between $75,000 and $100,000, plus installation. The City will pour the cement pad and
the consultant will handle the construction drawings ("as built" plans) and permits. Once installed,
system information will include traffic direction, noise abatement, and airpark hours of operation.
4.2. CAP project update
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Mr. Wills said the old CAP (Civil Air Patrol) trailer was removed. The 5 mobile buildings
donated by St. Petersburg College have been secured and painted and railings, ramps, and
electricity have been installed. CAP Captain Yvonne Rodriguez was complimented for her efforts
to advance the project; the City provided in-kind help. Tampa Bay Veterans Alliance will use one
building. A grand opening is planned. Groups may make requests to the CAP to use meeting
space.
Marine & Aviation Director Bill Morris complimented the board re members' interest and
efforts on behalf of the community in supporting the CAP and Veterans Alliance location onsite.
The airpark may be featured in an upcoming article in a FDOT (Florida Department of
Transportation) publication.
5— New Business
5.1. Election of Officers
Member O'Brien moved to appoint Denise Rosenberger as Chair. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Porraro moved to appoint Thomas Black as Vice-Chair. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
5.2. AAB Bylaws and Procedures update
Member Black moved to continue approval of the Bylaws and Procedures update to August
7, 2013. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Open House
Staff contacted Astronaut Nicole Stott and requested her schedule re her availability to
attend airpark's next Open House. Kevin Ford, who recently returned from the International Space
Station, also will be invited.
Financial Report
Member O'Brien distributed the Airpark's financial report; the airpark projects $75,000
surplus for current fiscal year. He complimented Mr. Wills' efforts.
6 —Agenda for Next Meeting —August 7, 2013
Approval of Bylaws and Procedures
Update on Airpark projects and CAP
7 —Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 3:25 p.m.
Attest: Chair
Airpark Advisory Board
Board Reporter
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Mr. Wills said the old CAP (Civil Air Patrol) trailer was removed. The 5 mobile buildings
donated by St. Petersburg College have been secured and painted and railings, ramps, and
electricity have been installed. CAP Captain Yvonne Rodriguez was complimented for her efforts
to advance the project; the City provided in -kind help. Tampa Bay Veterans Alliance will use one
building. A grand opening is planned. Groups may make requests to the CAP to use meeting
space.
Marine & Aviation Director Bill Morris complimented the board re members' interest and
efforts on behalf of the community in supporting the CAP and Veterans Alliance location onsite.
The airpark may be featured in an upcoming article in a FDOT (Florida Department of
Transportation) publication.
5 — New Business
5.1. Election of Officers
Member O'Brien moved to appoint Denise Rosenberger as Chair. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Porraro moved to appoint Thomas Black as Vice - Chair. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
5.2. AAB Bylaws and Procedures update
Member Black moved to continue approval of the Bylaws and Procedures update to August
7, 2013. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Open House
Staff contacted Astronaut Nicole Stott and requested her schedule re her availability to
attend airpark's next Open House. Kevin Ford, who recently returned from the International Space
Station, also will be invited.
Financial Report
Member O'Brien distributed the Airpark's financial report; the airpark projects $75,000
surplus for current fiscal year. He complimented Mr. Wills' efforts.
6 — Agenda for Next Meeting — August 7, 2013
Approval of Bylaws and Procedures
Update on Airpark projects and CAP
7 — Adjourn
The meet' • . = • journed at 3:25 p.m.
Attest:
Bo rd Reporter
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Chair
Airpark Advisory Board
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