10/06/1999
AIRPORT AUTHORITY MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
October 6, 1999
Present: Gary Benjamin Chair
Dennis Roper Board Member
Ron Streicher Board Member
Bob Lunt Board Member
Absent: Francis J. Werner Board Member
Also Present: William Morris Harbormaster/Staff Liaison
Brenda Moses Board Reporter
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily
discussed in that order.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. at City Hall.
ITEM 2 - Minutes Approval
In reference to the minutes of September 1, 1999, Item 2, paragraph 1, the Chair
requested it read “Member Lunt moved to approve…”.
Member Roper moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 1,
motioncarried
1999, as corrected. The was duly seconded and unanimously.
ITEM 3 - Tenant Report – FBO
– None.
ITEM 4 – Analysis of 34 & 16 Patterns
In reference to the October 1, 1999, letter from Justin Wilber, President of Suncoast
Flying Services, Inc., Harbormaster Bill Morris said Bill Wade, an Airpark neighbor, had
expressed concerns about the Airpark’s traffic pattern during the last two years. While airplanes
previously flew southeast of his neighborhood, they now fly overhead. Mr. Wilber indicated he
is documenting flight patterns and noted only one recent event of an aircraft flying near Mr.
Wade’s neighborhood. Mr. Wilber also documented Airpark problems that need to be
addressed, such as inadequate field signage, the lack of noise abatement guidelines for pilots,
etc.
Discussion ensued regarding 34 & 16 patterns. Mr. Wilber said he is willing to help
resolve Airpark issues but feels specific rules must be published to be enforced. He agreed to
develop an incident report sheet, inform his clientele of regulations, and request
customers/trainees sign agreements to fly the published pattern. It was requested that the
published pattern be visibly displayed at the Airpark in strategic locations. Mr. Wilber invited the
board to attend a Suncoast Flying Services flight instructors’ meeting to discuss Airpark issues.
He said the City is responsible to establish noise abatement standards before signage is
erected. He will obtain input from Suncoast’s flight instructors and report suggestions to the
board.
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Suggestions were made to: 1) Re-educate training and itinerant pilots regarding the
Airpark’s published flight patterns and rules; 2) erect “Noise Abatement” signs and improved
signage throughout the Airpark; 3) require patrons to report to the FBO (Fixed Base Operator)
any rule violations; and 4) mail letters to lessees reminding them of Airpark rules and
regulations and consequences of violations. Mr. Morris is working with Suncoast Flying
Services and FBO Rick Imshoff to document Airpark issues and determine resolutions. He
suggested mailing letters to violators stating that repeated violations will terminate their lease. It
was felt enforcement will resolve many Airpark issues. It was remarked that Airpark rules can
be modified for clarity. Patrons can be required to sign agreements to abide by published rules.
Elena Imshoff, Clearwater Aircraft, said she will mail letters to flight instructors regarding Airpark
rules, etc.
ITEM 5 – Neighbor’s Day
Mr. Morris referred to a letter regarding suggestions for a Neighbor’s Day, an information
session for citizens living near the Airpark. Ellen Hess, resident, and Marina staff will distribute
fliers throughout the neighborhood.
Member Roper moved to maintain the scheduled meeting on November 3, 1999, and
schedule a tentative special meeting, to include Neighbor’s Day, for November 13, 1999, with
motion
alternative dates of November 20, 1999, and November 27, 1999. The was duly
carried unanimously.
seconded and
Mr. Morris will find a suitable meeting site. Meeting information will be distributed on
November 3, 1999.
ITEM 6 – Other Business
In response to a question, Klaus Palinkas with PBS&J (Post, Buckley, Shuh & Jernigan)
said due to delays associated with an obstruction survey, the final presentation of the master
plan to the Commission is planned for January 2000. He offered to update the board on
November 3, 1999. In response to a question, Mr. Palinkas said re-centering runways will be
included the survey scope being developed.
A list of volunteers for board membership will be presented to the Commission tomorrow
night for consideration.
In response to a question, Mr. Morris said he had contacted two cities which indicated
automotive gas is not permissible, however, they do not police its use. Staff was requested to
determine the City’s position regarding the use of automotive gas at the Clearwater Airpark.
In response to a question, Assistant City Attorney John Carassas said requesting the
Greater Clearwater Chamber of Commerce to include the Airpark in future economic impact
studies or surveys would require Commission or City Manager approval. Costs may be
associated with the request. Mr. Morris will meet with the City Manager regarding the matter.
John Atanasio, Civil Air Patrol, said before landscaping can be installed, plans for steps
into the building, a handicapped ramp, plumbers, permits, etc., will be competed. He expressed
dismay at the process.
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It was requested that Mr. Morris replace landing lights, approach lights on runway 34,
and fix the entry gate. It was noted the FBO is responsible for inspecting the Airpark weekly for
lighting problems.
Mr. Palinkas said PBS&J is involved in modeling noise contours for the Airpark. He
requested the board and staff inform him of any traffic pattern changes. Flight tracks are an
integral part of the FAA (Federal Administration Aviation) computerized program. He said after
meeting with the State Licensing Inspector, he noted no segmented circle designating the traffic
pattern surrounds the Winsock. He cautioned that the FAA, FDOT (Florida Department of
Transportation), and ICAO (International Civil Aeronautics Organization) require specific
placement of signs throughout the Airpark. It was stated the board has just begun the
discussion of signage.
ITEM 7 – Call Next Meeting
See Item 5.
ITEM 8 – Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m.
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AIRPORT AUTHORITY MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
October 6, 1999
Present:
Gary Benjamin
Dennis Roper '
Ron Streicher
Bob Lunt
Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Absent:
Francis J. Werner
Board Member
Also Present: William Morris
Brenda Moses
HarbormasterlStaff Liaison
Board Reporter
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarilv
discussed in that order.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. at City Hall.
ITEM 2 . Minutes Aporoval
In reference to the minutes of September 1, 1 999, Item 2, paragraph 1, the Chair
requested it read 'JMember Lunt moved to approve.. /'. '
Membe~ Roper moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September
1,1999, as corrected. The motion was duly' seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM 3 . Tenant Report - FBO - None.
ITEM 4 - Analvsis of 34 & 16 Patterns
In reference to the October 1, 1999, letter from Justin Wilber, President of
Suncoast Flying Services, Inc., Harbormaster Bill Morris said Bill Wade, an Airpark
neighbor, had expressed concerns about the Airpark's traffic pattern during the last two
years. While airplanes previously flew southeast of his neighborhood, they now fly
overhead. Mr. Wilber indicated he is documenting flight patterns and noted only one
recent event of an aircraft flying near Mr. Wade's neighborhood. Mr. Wilber also
documented Airpark problems that need to be addressed, such as inadequate field signage,
the lack of noise abatement guidelines for pilots, etc.
Discussion ensued regarding 34 & 1 6 patterns. Mr. Wilber said he is willing to help
, resolve Airpark issues but feels specific rules must be published to be enforced. He agreed
to develop an incident report sheet, inform his clientele of regulations, and request
customers/trainees sign agreements to fly the published pattern. It was requested that the
published pattern be visibly displayed at the Airpark in strategic locations. Mr. Wilber
invited the board to attend a Suncoast Flying Services flight instructors' meeting to discuss
Airpark issues. He said the City is responsible to establish noise abatement standards
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before si9nage is erected. He will obtain input from Suncoast's flight instructors and
report suggestions to the board.
Suggestions were made to: 1) Re-educate training and itinerant pilots regarding the
Airpark's published flight patterns and rules; 2) erect "Noise Abatement" signs and
improved signage throughout the Airpark; 3) require patrons to report to the FBO (Fixed
Base Operator) any rule violations; and 4) mail letters to lessees reminding them of Airpark
rules and regulations and consequences of violations. Mr. Morris is working with Suncoast
Flying Services and FBO Rick Imshoff to document Airpark issues and determine
resolutions. He suggested mailing letters to violators stating that repeated violations will
terminate their lease. It was felt enforcement will resolve many Airpark issues. It was
remarked that Airpark rules can be modified for clarity. Patrons can be required to sign
agreements to abide by published rules. Elena Imshoff, Clearwater Aircraft, said she will
mail letters to flight instructors regarding Airpark rules, etc.
ITEM 5 - Neighbor's Day
Mr. Morris referred to a letter regarding suggestions for a Neighbor's Day, an
information session for citizens living near the Airpark. Ellen Hess, resident, and Marina
staff will distribute fliers throughout the neighborhood.
Member Roper moved to maintain the scheduled meeting on November 3, 1999,
and schedule a tentative special meeting, to include Neighbor's Day, for November 13,
'-") 1999, with alternative dates of November 20, 1999, and November 27, 1999. The
'-___,. motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Mr. Morris will find a suitable meeting site. Meeting information will be distributed
on November 3, 1999.
ITEM 6 - Other Business
In response to a question, Klaus Palinkas with PBS&J (Post, Buckley r Shuh &
Jerniganl said due to delays associated with an obstruction survey, the final presentation
of the master plan to the Commission ;s planned for January 2000. He offered to update
the board on November 3, 1999. In response to a question, Mr. Palinkas said re-centering
runways will be included the survey scope being developed.,
A list of volunteers for board membership will be presented to the Commission
tomorrow night for consideration.
In response to a question, Mr. Morris said he had contacted two cities which
indicated automotive gas is not permissible, however, they do not police its use. Staff
was requested to determine the City's position regarding the use of automotive gas at the
Clearwater Airpark.
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, In response to a question, Assistant City Attorney John Carassas said requesting
the Greater Clearwater Chamber of Commerce to include the Airpark in future economic
impact studies or surveys would require Commission or City Manager approval. Costs may
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" John Atanasio, Civil Air Patrolt said before landscaping can be installedt plans for
,steps into the bulldingt a handicapped rampt plumbers, permits, etc., will be competed. He
expressed dismay at the process.
It was requested that Mr. Morris replace landing lights, approach lights on runway
34, and fix the entry gate. It was noted the FaG is responsible for inspecting the Airpark
wee!<ly for lighting problems.
Mr. Palinkas said PBS&J is involved in modeling noise contours for the Airpark. He
requested the board and staff inform him of any traffic pattern changes. Flight tracks are
, an integral part of the FAA (Federal Administration Aviationl computerized program. He
said after meeting with the State Licensing Inspector, he noted no segmented circle
, designating the traffic pattern surrounds the Winsock. He cautioned that the FAA, FDOT
(Florida Department of Transportation), and ICAD (International Civil Aeronautics
Organization) require specific placement of signs throughout the Airpark. It was stated the
,'. board has just begun the discussion of signage.
ITEM 7 - Call Next Meetina
See Item 5.
ITEM 8 - Adiournment
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The meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m.
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