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Jefferson City Memorial Airport
Airport Advisory Committee
December 5, 2011
10:30 a.m.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Frank Rycyk, Chairman
Grant Shorthose, Vice Chairman
Herman Lueckenotte
Chip Gentry
Jeff Naught
Chet Hartley
COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT
Robert Morgan
COUNCIL LIAISON ABSENT
Shawn Schulte, Councilman, Second Ward
STAFF PRESENT
Ron Craft, Airport Manager
Britt Smith, Operations Division Director
Don Fontana, Civil Engineer II
Brenda Wunderlich, Administrative Assistant
Glenna Vernon, Administrative Technician
OTHERS PRESENT
None
1. Introductions
Chairman Rycyk called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m., and asked for introductions from
everyone present.
2. Adoption of the agenda as printed or amended
Approved as printed.
3. Approval of Minutes for the Meeting of September 9, 2011
As no additions, deletions or amendments were noted the minutes stand as written.
4. Public Comment Opportunity
None.
5. Invited Guest
Don Fontana
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6. Schedule Reports
a. Airport Manager’s Report
*Mr. Craft reported, in November, the airport received a visit from EPA and stated
“unofficially” the visit seemed to have gone fairly well. The EPA however, did recommend,
the storm water pollution policy be distributed to all tenants and all are familiar with the
policy.
*Update on control tower, most work is finalized, a new roof has been completed, rotating
beacon have been replaced and working well; however, still awaiting the installation of the
lightning rods. On other projects, five capacitors still need replaced in the voltage regulators.
*The Airport meeting room has been updated with new paint. With efforts to make it more
presentable for the State Capitol more updates will be forthcoming- Britt will discuss carpet
in his staff update later in this meeting.
*The parking lot is completed and compliments (via email) have been expressed. Britt Smith
added, the bid exceeded the budgeted amount but still manageable.
*Snow removable, the airport is gearing up for winter, all snow removal equipment have
been shuffled to central maintenance for preventative maintenance and preparation for winter
season.
* Columbia Regional Airport. Delta Connection-Pentacle Airlines have reduced flights to
Memphis from three to two flights per day. Comments have been made, the third flight will
return in February but no confirmation at this time.
*Also, Mr. Craft shared a several telephone conversations with Governor Jay Nixon’s Office;
he received this past Friday in regards to 50 plus individuals arriving in the Capitol City this
coming Wednesday in regards to State Government business. Unfortunately, it’s
questionable if our airport can meet their needs. A group discussion among members took
place in regards to this issue. Mr. Craft is to receive another telephone call soon, however,
feels these two planes were going to make every effort to land here.
*Lastly, Mr. Rycyk asked for an update on the Columbia Regional Airport Committee
meeting. Mr. Craft summarized, their Airport Master Plan is in place, and plans are to extend
the runway to 7400 feet. He indicated, the airport is working towards an Airport Strategic
Plan.
*A brief conversation was also discussed in regards to the Airport Authority issue in regards
to Columbia Regional Airport, Jefferson City Airport, and Cole County. Britt stated, he has
attended a meeting on behalf of the mayor with representative from area governments. From
that meeting the general concept would be to involve all surrounding areas including
ourselves, Fulton, Audrian County etc. The idea is stilling being developed so few details are
firm at this time.
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b. FBO Report
*Mr. Shorthose briefly spoke in regards to the FBO report. The flying service is
continuing on with the trend of the year. Mr. Shorthose feels fuel and flights for 2011 has
been positive and looks to be better than 2010, increase is good. We have a great group of
employees, customer service we highlight daily and yet very much appreciate the City
allowing us to do business here.
c. Staff Liaison Report
*Mr. Smith started by stating, he is on a steep learning curve here at the airport and
appreciates the input and the patients given with answering all his questions.
* Improvements are being made to the meeting room. It has been painted and carpet will
be installed very soon.
*The airport parking lot is complete.
*A small problem concerning a parking lot drain has been noted, but looks to be a minor
issue and will address in the near future.
*The Airport Layout Plan is still in the works, there are a few issues in which we are
addressing in regards to identifying property and other minor issues.
*Mr. Craft has distributed his snow plan and everyone should have received a copy via
email. We are working together to have assistance available at the airport. Very soon,
discussion with personnel plans to help out, one being additional helpers. We have
received approved for seasonal help but haven’t had a moment to sit down and discuss
how we are going to implement but will be very soon.
* A fiber optic line to the terminal building has been installed which will connect to the
City computer network.
7. Old Business
a. Discussion of Airport Relationship with the Chamber of Commerce
*Mr. Gentry and Mr. Shorthose spoke briefly in regards to this topic and indicated in light
our their schedules, they have been unable to move forward with this project; however, in the
near future will be planning and are in hopes to make a March 2012 Draft Presentation to the
committee.
*Mr. Rycyk also directed a question to Mr. Naught in regards to Leadership Jefferson City as
spoken in the past month or so. Mr. Naught reported he had presented the idea to
representatives of the Chamber, Kathy Schulen and Susan Albert, both seemed to like the
idea, but was seeking where to place us in the program.
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b. FEMA Flood Map Report (Don Fontana)
*Don presented a short overview of the FEMA Flood Plan Report and indicated a study was
completed by Burns and McDonnell. The report will be submitted to FEMA. FEMA will
have a six month period to accept or reject the study results and incorporate them into the
flood maps. Mr. Rycyk requested an update at future meeting on the topic.
8. New Business
*Mr. Gentry has requested for Mr. Craft to research/review an internet site called “goose-
busters”. Mr. Gentry shared, a study was completed in 2002, in which language and behavior
of geese were studied and thought in order to better educate ourselves as this is an on-going
and an on-the-rise problem.
9. Other Business
*Approval of the 2012 Airport Advisory Committee meeting calendar will be reviewed at
the next scheduled meeting.
10. Next Meeting Date
*Monday, March 5, 2012 at 10:30 a.m., Airport Conference Room.
11. Adjournment
*Mr. Gentry moved and Mr. Shorthose seconded to adjourn the meeting at 11:30 a.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
G. Vernon