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AIRPORT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CLEARWATER
March 4, 1998
Present: Gary Benjamin Chair
Francis J. Werner Vice Chair
Charles Silcox Board Member
Dennis Roper Board Member
Bob Lunt Board Member
Ed Hooper City Commissioner
John Carassas Assistant City Attorney
Glen Bahnick Civil Engineer III, Staff Liaison
Gwen Legters Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. at Clearwater Airpark.
To provide continuity for research, items are listed in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
2. Minutes Approval
- February 7, 1998
moved to approve
Member Silcox the minutes as submitted in writing to each member.
motioncarried
The was duly seconded and unanimously.
3. Tenant Report -
Fixed Base Operator, Rick Emshoff
Mr. Emshoff listed improvements to the terminal building he will have completed in time for
open house. Members congratulated Mr. Emshoff for his work to improve the building’s
appearance. It was indicated need for a new terminal remains, because the existing building is
sinking. The importance of a professional appearance at one of the City’s gateways was
stressed. Mr. Emshoff reported hangar availability, occupancy, and other data as follows:
Hangar Type ExistinLeaseReserved or Available Approx. # on Lease Rate
g d In Use for Lease Waiting List before tax
T-hangars 27 25 2 in use by FBO 0 10-12 $300-
for aircraft for sale 325/mo.
Shade 40 40 0 5-10 $160/mo.
Hard Stands 50 34 10 reserved for 6 0 $40/mo.
transient aircraft
Grass Tie-downs 46 10 36 0 $50/mo.
4. Individual Leases
Tenants are being informed minor language changes do not threaten their tenancy, but
are needed for legal sufficiency. It was indicated about 70% of tenants have signed new
leases.
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5. Airpark Open House / Neighbors Day -
Saturday, May 2, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mr. Bahnick reported the event is a joint effort by the FBO, Clearwater Aircraft, Inc.,
Suncoast Flying Services, Experimental Aircraft Association, and the City. Mr. Bahnick will
work with Mr. Emshoff and City departments to coordinate crowd control, safety, and other
support services. Discussion ensued regarding anticipated activities. The open house will be
advertised in conjunction with the City’s annual Fun ’N’ Sun event.
6. Runway/Taxiway Lights
Mr. Bahnick reported the project will be advertised for bid once FDOT’s minor comments
are addressed. He has requested from FAA any qualification requirements necessary to
position the project for Federal funding. Grant applications have been requested. It was
indicated safety issues are top-ranked nationally. In response to a question, Mr. Bahnick said
funding is in place, but a grant would provide reimbursement.
7. Refurbishing Hangar C
Mr. Bahnick reported the City General Services department has promised Hangar C
repainting will be finished in time for open house. He has budgeted $3,000 to repair the door
on #C3, based on the overhead door contractor’s estimate. Authority members felt a simple
welding job would take care of the problem and recommended staff contact welders in the
vicinity.
8. Other Business
Commissioner Ed Hooper and members of the public were welcomed to the meeting.
The importance of prescheduling and budgeting for routine maintenance was emphasized.
It was indicated needed repairs are more expensive now because they were neglected in the
past. Mr. Bahnick replied setting up the automated infrastructure maintenance program will be a
lengthy process. General discussion ensued regarding ways to expedite the process and
suggestions for alternate procedures.
Discussion ensued regarding taxiway markings, drainage, mowing, and moving non-
functional aircraft toward the back of the tiedown area for aesthetic reasons. In response to a
question, Mr. Emshoff said the building contractor is scheduled to repair a roof leak and sagging
insulation in one of the new hangars. A broken light reported at the last meeting has been
replaced. A request was received to repaint the orange and white segmented circle. It was
reported people have been seen walking around inside the tree farm due to open and missing
gates.
Concerns were expressed with continued dumping and truck parking on the northern
sections of airpark property. Authority and staff members reiterated their strong objection to any
permanent use of the large northern triangle for other than airpark needs, as the land is needed
for future airport growth. They did not oppose temporary uses that do not represent safety
hazards. Support for implementation of an Airpark Master Plan was reiterated.
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In response to a question, it was indicated a committee to readdress lease language is not
needed, as no substantive changes were made. Assistant City Attorney John Carassas said the
City Commission requires the FBO to obtain tenants’ signatures on the lease as it currently
exists. Mr. Carassas will address any errors found. Brief general discussion ensued regarding
remaining tenant concerns.
Mr. Benjamin submitted for the record a copy of his February 23 letter to the City Manager
requesting reinstatement of Airport Authority meeting coverage by C-View TV. Mr. Benjamin
said he prepared and sent the letter on behalf of the Airport Authority, according to direction
received at the February meeting.
Discussion ensued regarding the merits of holding Airport Authority meetings at the
Clearwater Airpark compared to City Hall. Some supported meeting at the airpark for increased
convenience and public participation. Others pointed out a greater audience can be reached via
C-View from City Hall. Alternating locations monthly was suggested. It was indicated more
people might have attended, if today had not been the first good flying weather in three weeks.
The meeting recessed from 3:40 to 4:22 p.m. for an tour of Clearwater Airpark. Attention
focused on terminal building improvements and the two northern triangles of land discussed
above.
Call of the Next Meeting
The next regular meeting of the Airport Authority was called for April 1, 1998, 3:00 p.m., at
City Commission Chambers.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 4:25 p.m.
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AIRPORT AUTHORITY
CITY OF CLEARWATER
March 4, 1998
Present:
Gary Benjamin
Francis J. Werner
Charles Silcox
Dennis Roper
Bob Lu'nt
'Ed Hooper
John Carassas
Glen Bahnick
Gwen Legters
Chair
Vice Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
City Commissioner
Assistant City Attorney
Civil Engineer Ill, Staff Liaison
Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. at Clearwater Airpark.
To provide continuity for research, items are Hsted in agenda order although not necessarily
discussed in that order.
2. Minutes Approval - February 7, 1998
Member Silcox moved to approve the minutes as submitted in writing to each member.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
,0 3. Tenant Report ~ Fixed Base Operator, Rick Emshoff
Mr. Emshoff listed improvements to the terminal building he will have completed' in
time for open house. Members congratulated Mr. Emshoff for his work to improve the
building's' appearance. It was indicated need for a new terminal remains, because the
existing building is sinking. The importance of a professional appearance at one of the
City's gateways was stressed. Mr. Emshoff reported hangar availability, occupancy, and
other data as follows:
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Hangar Type Existing Leased Reserved or Available Approx. # on Lease Rate
In Use for Lease Waitin List before tax
T.hangars 27 25 2 in use by FBD 0 1 0-1 2 $300-
for aIrcraft for 325/mo.
sale
Shade 40 40 0 5-10 $160/mo.
Hard Stands 50 34 1'0 reserved for 6 0 $40/mo.
transient aircraft
Grass Tie-downs 46 10 36 0 $50/mo.
4. Individual Leases
Tenants are being informed minor language changes do not threaten their tenancy, but
are needed for legal sufficiency. It was indicated about 70% of tenants have signed new
leases.
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Mr. Bahnick reported the event is a joint effort by the FBD, Clearwater Aircraft, Inc.,
Suncoast Flying Services, Experimental Aircraft Association, and the City. Mr. Bahnick will
wO,rk with Mr. Emshoff and City departments to coordinate crowd control, safety, and
other ,support services. Discussion ensued regarding anticipated activities. The open
house will be advertised in conjunction with the City's annual Fun 'N' Sun event.
6. Runway/Taxiway Lights
Mr. Bahnick reported the project will be advertised for bid once FOOT's minor
comments are addressed. He has requested from FAA any qualification I requirements
necessary to position the project for Federal funding. Grant applications have been
requested. It was indicated safety issues are top-ranked nationally. In response to a
q'uestion, Mr. Bahnick said funding is in place, but a grant would provide reimbursement.
7. Refurbishing Hangar C
Mr. Bahnick reported the City General Services department has promised Hangar C
repainting will be finished in time for open house. He has bUdgeted $3,000 to repair the
door on #C3, based on the overhead door contractor's estimate. Authority members felt a
simple welding job would take care of the problem and recommended staff contact welders
in the vicinity.
8. Other Business
Commissioner Ed Hooper and members of the public were welcomed to the meeting.
The importance of prescheduling and budgeting for routine maintenance was
emphasized. It was indicated needed repairs are more expensive now because they were
neglected in the past. Mr. Bahnick replied setting up the automated infrastructure
maintenance program will be a lengthy process. General discussion ensued regarding ways
to expedite the process and suggestions for alternate procedures.
Discussion ensued regarding taxiway markings, drainage, mowing, and moving non-
fu~ctional aircraft toward the back of the tiedown, area for aesthetic reasons. In response to
a question. Mr. Emshoff said the building contractor is scheduled to repair a roof leak and
sagging insulation in one of the new hangars. A broken light reported at the last meeting
has been replaced. A request was received to repaint the orange and white segmented
circle. It was reported people have been seen walking around inside the tree farm due to
open and missing gates.
Concerns were expressed with continued dumping and truck parking on the northern
sections of airpark property. Authority and staff members reiterated their strong objection to
any permanent use of the large northern triangle for other than airpark needs, as the land is
needed for future airport growth. They did not oppose temporary uses that do not represent
safety hazards. Support for implementation of an Airpark Master Plan was reiterated.
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In response to a question, it was indicated a committee to readdress lease language is
not needed, as no substantive changes were made. Assistant City Attorney John Carassas
, said. the City Commission requires the FBD to obtain tenants' signatures on the lease as it
. currently exists. Mr. Carassas will address any errors found. Brief general discussion ensued
regarding remaining tenant concerns.
Mr. Benjamin submitted for the ~ecord a copy of his February 23 letter to the City
, Manager requesting reinstatement of Airport Authority meeting coverage by C-View TV. Mr.
Benjamin said he prepared and sent the letter on behalf of the Airport Authority, according to
direction'received at the February meeting.
Discussion ensued regarding the merits of holding Airport Authority meetings at the
Clearwater Airpark compared to City Hall. Some supported meeting at the airpark for
increased convenience and public participation. Others pointed out a greater audience can
be reached via C-View from City Hall. 'Alternating locations monthly was suggested. It was
. indicated more people might have attended, if today had not been the first good flying
weather in three weeks.
The meeting recessed from 3:40 to 4:22 p.m. for an tour of Clearwater Airpark.
Attention focused on terminal building improvements and the two northern triangles of ~and
discussed above.
Call of the Next Meeting
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The next regular meeting of the Airport Authority was called for April 1, 1998,
3:00 p.m., at City Commission Chambers.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 4:25 p.m.
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