12-10-03 Airport MinutesCity of Kalispell
AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD
Minutes —December 10, 2003
The meeting began at 3:00 p.m. Present were:
Airport Advisory Board Members
City of Kalispell Staff
Guests
Scott Richardson. Shannon Nalty
Pati Heath
Bruce Measure
Keith Robinson Torn Webber
Chris Kukulski
David Schmeeckle
Mike Manion Gib Bissell
Susan Moyer
Dan Snyder
1. The Board approved the November minutes.
2. HEAR THE PUBLIC -- Two citizens addressed the Board.
a. Bruce Measure, 635 5t" Street E. Kalispell. Mr. Measure spoke on behalf of his
clients Frank Thomas and Peter Gross. He spoke regarding the notification that Mr.
Gross received indicating that the renter did not comply with the lease. Mr. Measure
said he did not believe that the renter was out of compliance. He indicated that his
clients did not appreciate the "nasty gram" and that it was important that the Airport
Board consider the impact of their decisions on the tenants and the overall good of the
airport. Bruce feels that the tactics are unfair.
b. David Schmeeckle, 1101 Whitefish Stage, Kalispell. Mr. Schmeeckle spoke on
several issues including the need for hangar space and the fence location around
Diamond Aire. He said that helicopters can no longer fuel at Diamond Aire and he
talked about how UPS and larger planes use the Diamond Aire fuel pumps. His
mentioned that he has talked to Pete Gross about renting space but that Pete wants at
least $700 a month. Mr. Schmeeckle indicated to the Board that he is available to help
with research in airport areas if requested.
3. Chris Kukulski, Gib Bissell and Shannon Nalty attempted to address the concerns expressed
by Mr. Measure and Mr. Schmeeckle. The Board Members indicated that many of these
areas had already been addressed (numerous times) by the Board. All Board Members
indicated they had worked countless hours with Mr. Talmage at Diamond Aire to no avail and
that they stood behind the decisions regarding the location of the fencing. Gib mentioned that
the Board has been working with the FAA in the long-term process of expanding the airport.
He indicated that we have talked in the meetings for some time about the fact that the FAA
Will require us to have only aviation related businesses on the premise in order to receive
federal funding. We have begun the transition. We have tried to be fair and responsible. The
Board invited Mr. Gross & Mr. Schmeeckle to attend future meetings.
4. FENCING UPDATE — The gate is hung and Gib agreed to work with Streets & Signs to get
the reflectors on the fence at Diamond Aire. Scott indicated that he and Charlie are working
on the easements, attempting to locate property stakes, etc., in order to determine the size of
the easements. Dan agreed to draft a letter for Board approval.
5. PROPERTIES FOR SALE -- Chris spoke about the offers for property that the City has
made. He indicated that the properties south of the airport are critical to the realignment. He
indicated that we have incorporated all of the necessary contingencies into the agreement.
We have discussed the issues with the FAA and have requested a letter of intent from them on
how best to move forward with purchasing the properties in advance of the tower resolution.
6. AIRPORT MANAGER -- There was a lengthy discussion about how to address the need for
the presence of an "airport manager" at the airport facility. Several ides were brought
forward, however no action was taken. Pati was asked to check with PW to determine to see
if there is a routine (daily/weekly) inspection done at the airport.
7. HANGER COMMITTEE — There is nothing new to report on the log building. Pati talked
about Dick Brady's request to build 3 hangars immediately. The Board indicated that Mr.
Brady's request should be submitted to the Hangar Committee. The Board discussed how to
provide the infrastructure and several alternatives were discussed including the possibility of
the City using TIF funds and Mr. Brady submitting a plan that Would include the
infrastructure with some type of arrangement for payback on the lease. Chris indicated that a
bid was not required unless the cost was over $25,000. The Board has asked the hangar
committee for a recommendation.
8. CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP --- Chris provided a very brief recap of the workshop with the
Council. Since nearly all members of the Board attended, there was no further discussion.
9. Space Day 2004 information from the CAP was distributed.
10. AOPA Videos were not shown