Gentry/The city airports importanceDear City Council Members
I am writing to address the issue of the proposed improvements for the
City Airport. I am a student pilot and belong to the Flathead Flyers
Club. I also live on 948 7th Ave East which is directly under the
landing pattern for the city airport. I am the owner operator of
Janelli's Deli and have a vested interest in our community.
I truly hope you see the value of the wonderful airport we have in our
town. The improvements proposed would increase the safety and be an
added value to this fine facility. I understand that even though the
FAA would be supplying the majority of the funds for these improvement
that would still be some expense to the city. I firmly believe that
this would be a worthy expense and that the benefits from the
improvements justify the cost.
This airport will never be used for high traffic and or have jets come
blasting in. That is why it is such a great asset. It provides
opportunity for the "local" folks to learn to fly, a place where other
Montana pilots can bring their families and guests to visit our
community. Don't we want to support both the business that surround the
airport and the people who have invested their time and money in it
already. I hope that you will look at the facts and not be swayed by
loud misinformed people. I hope that you will consider that the city
airport offers training and opportunity for future pilots that may not
be able to afford some of the programs offered at our Glacier
International airport facility.
I once again ask you to support the proposed improvement to the city
airport. I believe that it is a wise investment that will reward the
city with increased tourism.
Sincerely,
Janelle Gentry