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Meeting Minutes for:
Monthly Board Meeting
Yuma International Airport, Conference Room
Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 04:00 PM
Call to Order:
CALL TO ORDER
The Yuma County Airport Authority, Inc. (YCAA) Regular Board of the Board of Directors was called to order at 4:00 PM on May 11, 2010 in the Yuma International Airport Conference Room, 2191 E. 32nd Street, Suite 218, Yuma, Arizona 85365. The Presiding officer was William Gresser, President.
YCAA MEMBERS PRESENT WERE:
William Gresser President
Rob Ingold 1st Vice President
Ed Whitehead Treasurer
Dr. Brian Cullen Secretary
Harry Hengl, Director
Robert McLendon, Director
James Carruthers, Director
Jeanine Rhea, Director
Mike Taylor, Director
Mikel Smith, Director
Larry Gould, Director attended electronically
ALSO PRESENT WERE:
Mr. Williams, Airport Director
Gerald Hinkle, Jr., Chief Financial Officer
Gladys Wiggins, Airport Operations Director
Andrea Lopez, Executive Assistant
Maria Gonzales, Bookkeeper
Lt. Col. Workman, Military Liaison
Wayne Benesch, Airport Counsel
Joe Gamez, CareFlight
Corrin Koehler, CareFlight
Sid Essex, CareFlight
Julie Engle, GYEDC
Gill Garza, Garza Aviation
Doug Pearson, 1st Bank Yuma
John Ewing, Dallas Aviation
Julie Nickerson. MCAS Yuma Base Guide
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The President called for a motion to approve the minutes of the Previous Board Meeting. Mr. Hengl so moved. Mr. Carruthers seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
REGULAR AGENDA
1) Monthly report by Chief Financial Officer on current financial status and recent activities
Mr. Williams briefed that this year our budget had several setbacks due to Lux Air's default, the delay in the Border Patrol lease, changes in our revenue stream including a new fuel flow model, increased legal expenses and more.
In all, our unexpected, "off budget" projections came in at almost $500K.
The good news is the bad news appears to be winding down. That means it's time to get back to our rigorous budget oversight practices. To accomplish this, we're taking all the "Off Budget" items and putting them into the appropriate categories in our normal budget. From here on, we will stay on that new budget.
The final tally won't be known for another month but it appears that at the end of the year the bottom line won't be as bad as we feared. Our revenue for the year will be up slightly. Additionally, we have four months left in the year; so we're going to tighten our spending and search for ways to save money. Any expense we can delay from now until next year will help protect our capital reserve.
2) Discussion and update regarding current construction projects, associated contracts, grant status, general aviation, marketing efforts, conferences and meetings and items of interest with the city and county or other federal or state agencies.
Mr. Williams gave a general update on current grant and construction projects plus other pertinent activities by the airport staff.
Updates included:
Taxiway Y: Mr. Williams explained the Taxiway Y project is still on hold.
Yuma Pilot Center: Mr. Williams stated the project is moving along quickly.
CBP: Mr. Williams briefed that the 100% design has been sent on. He is expecting feedback very shortly.
Shaded Parking: Mr. Williams explained that construction is to start July first. He said that the design has changed slightly but the electrical output will be the same. The project is moving along as expected.
Million Air: Mr. Williams briefed that they have not yet made their selection. There is no word on the construction start date. Mr. Hengl asked what Million Air's intent was if they did not get the DESC fueling contract. Mr. Williams said it was his understanding after speaking with the Principals of Million Air, that their intent is to come here and stay. They have contracts with Omega and with Boeing and believe that they can attract quite a lot of business even without the DESC Contract.
FAA Compliance: Mr. Williams stated that we are making progress. He has had a few good conversations with Mr. Armstrong. He informed the Board that the FAA has turned down the Freedom of Information request.
Aircraft Accident: Mr. Williams briefed on the recent Fatal Aircraft Accident. He explained that the accident is currently under investigation by NTSB.
Baby Shower: Mr. Williams stated that the Airport will be having a Baby Shower for expecting Mommies of Yuma on May 20, 11:00AM to 1:00PM. He discovered there were several pregnant airport employees and it seemed like a great marketing opportunity that would be a lot of fun. The Board welcomed the idea and echoed the general optimistic nature of the event.
3) Discussion and Possible Action to Authorize the YCAA President to sign an Aircraft Hangar Concession / Fixed Base Operator (AHC/FB)) lease with Mr. Bill Sims of Big Adventure Hangars for $6,591 per year.
Mr. Williams briefed that Mr. Sims bought the box hangar in our recent auction of Lux Air property. The structure is approximately 65 ' x 260' and will consist of 4 large individual box hangars. Mr. Sims intends to erect the hangar building and rent them to local aircraft owners.
Based on our analysis of his numbers we believe his request for a 25 year lease is reasonable and the final structure will address an urgent need on the airport for more hangars.
MILITARY LIAISON
Lt. Col. Mark Workman explained that last Friday Lt Col Olander met with the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the NAVY. They overcame a big hurdle and mid June the public will be able to come ask questions and see what is going on with the JSF. He stated that Security for this aircraft will have an impact on MCAS as well as the Airport.
Mr. Ingold suggested that MCAS has a meeting with GA. They are the ones who will give us the most static on the new security. Workman stated that would be a good idea.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Julie Engle stated that another Citizens Committee Meeting was held regarding the JSF. She stated that Major Combs did a wonderful presentation. Julie further explained that there will be a Public Meeting in June.
Corrin Koehler, CareFlight Chief Executive Officer, discussed her concerns about the relationship between the Airport and CareFlight and the Airport and Million Air. Ms. Koehler stated she would like some clarification from the Board of Directors concerning the level investment that Million Air is being required to make versus the CareFlight $2.1 million investment of the past year. On the other hand, Million Air is being required only to put in a mobile home and some fueling equipment.
CareFlight is working very hard and now they have gotten a strong letter, which they are looking into, but it seems like CareFlight is not being supported by the airport right now. She just wanted to bring this perception to the Airport Board.
Mr. Williams suggested that it might be a good idea to schedule a strategy committee meeting where CareFlight's concerns could be put on the table and discussed in depth. Ms. Koehler agreed with that ideal and asked that it be set up as soon as possible.
ACTION
Mr. Hengl made a motion to Motion to Authorize the YCAA President to sign an Aircraft Hangar Concession / Fixed Base Operator (AHC/FB)) lease with Mr. Bill Sims of Big Adventure Hangars for $6,591 per year. Mr. Carruthers seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Board, Mr. Hengl made a motion to adjourn. Mr. McLendon seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous. The meeting adjourned at 4:40PM.
// Approved //
Craig Williams
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