HomeMy Public PortalAboutAAC Minutes Jan 8, 2004CITY OF McCALL
AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Janua 8,2004
Call To Order and Members Present
Lori MacNichol called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM.
Members Present
Lori MacNichol (chairperson)
Gordon Eccles
Jerry Robinson
Jerry McCauley
_ Attendees
Kevin Delaney, Airport Manager
Robert Strope, City Manager
Minutes of Previous Meeting
The minutes for November 5th and December 3rd were reviewed and changes needed to be made.
Public Comment
Jerry McCauley expressed his concern of contractors placing snow in areas on taxiway B. The Airport
Manager stated that there are no policies that outline designated areas for contractor's to put snow. The
matter will be addressed next snow season, when contractors apply for an access code.
Old Business
Clear Shot Communication: Cell Tower
The Airport Manager advised that the obstruction light on the top of cell tower has not been
repaired and has made several attempts to contact the maintenance personnel. The company is in
the process of transferring the rights to the cell tower to another owner. However, stressed that
they are still obligated to repair the obstruction light.
Action:
The AAC recommends that the Airport Manager continue to establish contact and find ways to
get them to comply.
Airport Development
The Airport Manager reported that the airport's engineer has not had a chance to design plan that
delineate the location of the taxiways. The engineer has been working on justifying to the FAA
that MYL should update its Airport Master Plan because of the increase in class C & D aircraft.
Action:
The AAC recommends that the Airport Manager obtain more specifics and to establish a date for
the engineer to complete the taxiway layout and snow storage.
New Business
Airport Snow Equipment
The Airport Manager explained that the plow truck and loader had mechanical problems, which
cause a delay in the snow removal process. The Airport Manager stated he was borrowing other
equipment from Public Works when they were not using the equipment to complete the snow
removal process. However, the airport's equipment has been return to service and we are
currently removing snow.
Airport Plow: New vs. Old Plow
The Airport Manager stated that after consulting with the Public Works Director, City Mechanic
and City Manager have decided to purchase a new plow for approximately $ 4500.00. The AAC
advised doing more research before going ahead and purchasing the plow. Several members
• stated contacting welders from McCa11 and Grangeville to get estimates before purchasing the
plow. The AAC inquired about purchasing new equipment with Federal money; however, the
,Airport Manager stated that the money has been allocated for other uses. The City Manager
stated that by using Federal money, it would delay future projects.
Action:
The AAC recommends that the Airport Manager contact welder's to see if the plow can be
repaired instead of purchasing a new plow.
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Airport Snow Removal Plan
The Airport Manager presented the committee with the airport's snow removal plan. He stated
that he has been using the snow plan to establish the airport's priorities. The AAC reviewed the
plan and had concerns about the future with the parking. The Airport Manager stated the plan is
for this year and that the snow plan will be reviewed annually to make changes to fit the needs of
the airport.
Open Discussion
The AAC discussed next month's agenda and would like to revisit the following issues: Cell Tower, Airport plow,
future airport development. In addition, would like to add long term parking and future AIP updates.
The AAC inquired about the current airport's NOTAMs because the NOTAMs do not reflect the airport's runway
and taxiway conditions. The Airport Manager explained the FAA's NOTAM system and explained the descriptors
that can be used to describe current airport conditions.
Adjournment
The Airport Advisory Committee adjourns at 2:27 PM.
Airport Manager — Kevin
eui Lori MacNichol, AAC Chaiiperson