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AVIATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
GLENDALE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
6801 N. GLEN HARBOR BLVD
AIRPORT CONFERENCE ROOM
GLENDALE,ARIZONA 85307
JANUARY 11,2012
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Chair Ron Cohoe with the following
Commissioners present: Vice-Chair Carl Duggins, Victoria Rogen, Leslie Sheeler,
Joe Cable, Walt Chaney and Robert Irons.
Also present were Walter Fix, Airport Administrator; Jamsheed Mehta, City of
Glendale Executive Director of Transportation Services; John Padilla, Luke Air
Force Base; Brett Cramer, Airport Volunteer; Richard Goldman, GAPA; Clare
Pryke, Valley Aviation Services; Lane Smith, hangar owner; Tito Suazo, Aerosim
Aviation; Kirby Yowell, hangar owner; Karen Zamenski, Left Seat West and Ron
Zamenski, Left Seat West;
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Cable motioned to approve the December 14th, 2011 meeting
minutes. Commissioner Chaney made the second. The motion carried 6 - 0
[Commissioner Irons was not yet present.]
III. REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE OR WITHDRAWAL OF ITEMS.
None.
IV. AIRPORT BUSINESS
1. Update on FAA, Corrective Action Plan:
Mr. Fix briefed the Commission on the progress that has been made with the
Corrective Action Plan:
• Mr. Fix attends weekly meetings at the Transportation Building to discuss the
Corrective Action Plan.
• Airport staff is in the process of finishing re-inspections of hangars that are
moving toward aeronautical compliance;
• In February, Airport staff will begin random hangar inspections.
Mr. Fix noted that all and all,the Corrective Action Plan is going well.
2. Update on Restaurant:
Mr. Fix introduced Mr. and Mrs. Zamenski as the new restaurant proprietors for
Left Seat West at Glendale, which opened on January 1st, 2012. The Zamenski's
gave a brief background of themselves to the Commissioners and gave an update
on the progress of the restaurant opening. The Zamenski's noted that they have
already had one fly-in, and have heard from others who would like to organize a
fly-in meeting at the restaurant. The Zamenski's are looking forward to becoming
involved in Glendale aviation and helping to make the Glendale Airport a target
destination.
3. Update on the Airport Layout Plan:
Mr. Fix briefed the Commission the progress of the Airport Layout Plan, which
was written and presented as follows:
A. What is an Airport Layout Plan?
• An ALP is a component of an Airport Master Plan
• Scaled drawing(s) depicting existing and future facilities and property
necessary for the operation and development of the Airport
• It is a key communication and agreement document between the Airport
Sponsor and the FAA.
B. ALP Components:
• Airport Layout Drawing
• Data Sheet
• Airspace Drawing (FAR Part 77 Surfaces)
• Terminal Area Drawing
• Land Use Drawing
• Property Map
C. Why does the FAA approve ALP's?
• From the FAA Order 5100.38B, AIP Handbook:
"A current Airport Layout Plan which has FAA approval from the
standpoint of safety, utility, and efficiency of the airport shall be required
before a development project is approved"
• Even if an airport does not have a Master Plan (very small airport), it must
still have an ALP in order to receive FAA grants for projects.
D. Basic Steps to ALP Approval
1. Sponsor submits one(1) signed ALP drawing set with cover letter.
2. FAA reviews the ALP and may provide a Re-submittal Letter. Comments
provided are intended to strengthen the document.
3. Sponsor corrects the ALP. Once the revision is ready, the Sponsor must
schedule a meeting with an FAA Planner prior to re-submitting.
"Once the ALP is acceptable to FAA, from the standpoint of Safety, Utility,
and Efficiency":
4. Sponsor submits Seven (7) signed ALP copies.
5. ADO will circulate the ALP for airspace comments.
After the comment period, the Airport District Office (ADO) will provide a
letter issuing one of the following:
Unconditional Approval
FAA may provide comments (unrelated to Safety, Utility, Efficiency) for a
correction/change on the next ALP Update.
Conditional Approval
A Condition may also include a need for completion of environmental
documentation according to NEPA.
E. Status of GEU's ALP: Our current ALP is from 1998—why?
• The 2009 Airport Master Plan was accepted by the FAA, but the revised
ALP (after comments) that was re-submitted in 2010 is still under review
because:
1.) The 2003 runway extension created runway safety area boundary
discrepancies that are currently being corrected
2.) The proposed Airport Reference Code (ARC) of"C-II" does not
Match FAA criteria that exist on the Airport
F. Steps and timetable for 2010 ALP Approval
• Completion of FAA Grant Project#20—Blast Fence Relocation
• Further communication with ADO regarding ARC and "Declared
Distances" submitted in 2010
• Goal: ALP approval by the FAA in 2012
Mr. Fix then answered the Commissioners questions regarding the ALP.
Commissioner Rogen asked how often a plan was made. Mr. Fix explained that if
plans change and a new layout plan is needed. Mr. Cable wondered how the
Airport would determines when it is time to re-do a plan. Mr. Fix replied that the
FAA recommends every five to ten years, or when plans change. The FAA keeps
track of grants and plans must be up-to-date in order for any grant approvals.
[Commissioner Irons entered the meeting at 7:27 p.m.]
4. New Airport Business:
Commissioners discussed opportunities to increase the Airport business and
discussed the following ideas:
• Commissioner Sheeler commented that she would like to see an
announcement about the restaurant opening in City District Newsletters.
Mr. Fix responded that staff is working with marketing on a press release,
the restaurant is up on the Airport website, and an announcement will be
made in District Newsletters soon.
• Commissioner Cable asked whether there was space in the building
available for lease. Mr. Fix replied that there is space available and that
staff will be marketing the space using brochures in the lobby. The
businesses and services targeted will be aviation-related, such as insurance
brokers and tie-down rentals.
• Chair Cohoe suggested organizing special events at the Airport to attract
the general population. Mr. Fix responded that the least-expensive, most
community-oriented event is to have an open house with aviation themed
booths and static displays such as military planes and tenants planes. This
type event would need insurance, sponsors, and one or two full-time
organizers. Commissioner Cohoe suggested creating a sub-committee to
begin organizing an open house event.
• Commissioner Chaney noted that the Airport is essentially competing for a
dwindling number of clients, and would like to look at ways to help the
Airport compete in the marketplace. A guest present at the meeting
commented that perhaps the City could present a welcome basket, hat and
t-shirt to pilots who fly in — it is a small token that they appreciate and
helps make the airport more attractive.
• Mr. Zamenski noted that crew members do not want to walk across the
field to the restaurant. Perhaps a golf cart or some type of shuttle system
to get people to the restaurant would increase business.
• Commissioner Sheeler suggested a bulletin board in the Airport lobby to
post brochures for local business and activities. Flyers from the Glendale
Visitor Center could be utilized.
• Commissioner Rogen suggested a school art contest to get children
interested in aviation and the Airport.
• Commissioner Chaney suggested getting the West-MEC school involved
more, perhaps a through booster club to volunteer during busy times to
help take care of the pilots needs.
• Chair Cohoe suggested on zeroing in on Game Day Proposals, and including it on
the next agenda.
Commissioner Cable made the motion to add Game Day Proposals to the
next agenda, and Commissioner Chaney made the second. The motion
carried 7- 0.
V. SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS
Mr. Fix presented the current status of operations,projects, and grants, including:
• Fiesta Bowl Airport statistics: Ninety jets and six turbo props flew in and
out and 25,000 gallons of fuel were sold.
• 2011 calendar year had 91,104 aircraft operations; a 6% increase from last
year.
• Current Airport grant project update: The blast fence removal and new
ramp markings are underway. The entire safety action plan will be
completed by the end of the summer.
• Mr. Fix is registered to attend the Arizona Aviation Day at the State
Capitol on Wednesday, January 18th.
Mr. Jamsheed Mehta, Executive Director of Glendale Transportation Services,
addressed the Commission to announce that Mr. Fix has officially been hired as
the Glendale Airport Administrator.
VI. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Chair Cohoe read the following:
"The Commission will now consider business from the floor. If anyone present has
any business, which does not concern an item on the agenda, the Commission asks
that you stand, be recognized by the Chairperson, state your name and address for
the record and make your presentation. We ask that you limit your remarks to five
minutes. If your matter requires more time, we ask that you submit your item to the
Airport Manager for further discussion outside of this meeting. According to
Arizona State Law, unless an actual emergency exists, the Aviation Advisory
Commission can only act on those matters, which are covered on today's agenda.
The facts concerning whether or not this matter is an actual emergency, should be
brought to the Commissions attention at this time. Matters presented to the
Commission at this time may be referred to the City staff for placement on a future
agenda."
Mr. Richard Goldman, President of the Glendale Airport Pilots Association
addressed the Commissioners and expressed concern over recent inspections and
restrictions. Mr. Goldman stated that several renters and owners are unhappy and
have left or in the process of trying to leave the Airport. Mr. Goldman entreated
Mr. Fix and Mr. Mehta to consider altering the ALP.
Mr. Kirby Yowell, investor in the Glendale Airport, asked the Commission how
many pilots were on the panel, and two Commissioners raised their hands. Mr.
Yowell asked if any Commissioners owned hangars, and the answer was none.
Mr. Lane Smith,hangar owner, addressed the Commissioners and expressed dismay
over the recent happenings at the Airport. Mr. Smith stated that he is selling his
hangar due to the current administration's hostile attitude. Mr. Smith asked the
Commission to take this feedback to the City Council members and report the
owners' discontent.
VII. NEW BUSINESS REQUESTS (Future Agenda Items)
1. Tour the FBO and HALO
2. Civil Air Patrol Update—invite them to a future meeting.
3. Commissioner Chaney requested to see the hangar rules and regulations for the
Glendale Airport as well as Goodyear and Deer Valley.
4. Request that the Administrator address the Commission regarding Airport
restrictions and limitations based on Mr. Goldman's letter.
VIII.NEXT MEETING TIME
The next meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. on the second floor Conference Room of
the Airport terminal building on Wednesday, February 8, 2012.
IX. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Chair Cohoe offered closing comments,thanking the Commissioners and guests for
their input.
X.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:27 p.m.
The Aviation Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes of January 11, 2012 were
approved at the Commission Meeting of February 8, 2012.
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Walter L. Fix, A.A.E.
Airport Administrator
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