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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - Aviation Advisory Commission - Meeting Date: 2/21/2018 Gll MINUTES AVIATION ADVISORY COMMISSION- GLENDALE:MUNICIPAL AIRPORT :6801 N: GLEN.HARBOR BLVD. GLENDALE,ARIZONA 85307 AIRPORT CONFERENCE ROOM FEBRUARY 21, 2018 6:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Vice Chair Rovey. • 2, ROLL CALL Present: •Vice ChairLarry Rovey Commissioner Terry Aramian Commissioner Leonard EscUdero Commissioner.Randal Kruger Commissioner Edward McCall Commissioner Quentin Tolby Absent: Commissioner Tim Topliff Also Present:•Joe Husband; Interim Airport Administrator. Kurt Christianson, Assistant City Attorney - Attendees: Bill Gillies Steve Fox Mark Carlisle Jogn Camerron 3, CITIZEN COMMENTS No comments were.made. 4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES a. Aviation Advisory Commission Minutes of January 17, 2018. Motioned by Commissioner Terry Aramian, seconded by Commissioner Quentin Tolby AYE: Vice Chair Larry Rovey • Commissioner Terry Aramian. Commissioner Leonard Escudero Commissioner Randal Kruger Commissioner Edward McCall Commissioner Quentin Tolby Other: Commissioner Tim Topliff(ABSENT) Passed 5. AIRPORT BUSINESS a. Camelback Ranch Area Rezoning Request and Minor General Plan Amendment Mr. Husband announced that this evening, there is a second public meeting regarding the Camelback Ranch Area Rezoning Request, which Mr. Trevor Ebersole, Transportation Director, is attending on behalf of the Airport and the Commission. Mr. Husband noted that he and Commissioner Escudero attended the first public meeting. Mr. Husband reported the following: •Mattamy Homes submitted a rezoning request to the City of Phoenix, which would require a minor General Plan Amendment. •The request would result in 207 homes on the parcel, which is a decrease from the original estimate of 220. •There are two separate zonings for the area: •25 acres: 3.5 to 5 dwelling units per acre •40 acres: 1 to 2 dwelling units per acre D •The rezoning request calls for a blending of the two zonings to result in an allover total of 2 to 3.5 dwelling units per acre, which results in 207 units. •Mr. Husband is in contact with the City of Phoenix staff at Sky Harbor International Airport, who have made stipulations such as an avigation easement and that Mattamy must provide additional sound insulation in the homes. Mattamy has agreed to the stipulations. •Next Steps: • Phoenix Village Planning Committee • Phoenix Planning and Zoning Commission • Phoenix City Council Commissioner Tolby asked for clarification of the easement. Mr. Husband explained that the context of the easement will be provided by the City of Phoenix attorney, which will make the proximity from the Airport clear on the title. Commissioner Tolby asked for the maximum amount of homes that could be built with the current zoning. Mr. Husband estimated the figure at 207 homes, noting that it would be a different density in the two separate zones. Mr. Husband surmised that it would be challenging to stop Mattamy's plans. Mr. Husband clarified that Mattamy is requesting blended zoning and therefore, there will be size uniformity over the entire parcel. Commissioner Aramian asked if the avigation easement allowed for access to the Airport from the parcel. Mr. Husband relayed that the easement is not for physical access; rather it will clearly record information on the title regarding the proximity of the Airport. Commissioner Escudero commented that his impression at the first public meeting was that Mattamy Homes dismissed the concerns of the Airport as standard operating procedure. Commissioner Escudero commented that the letter sent by the City of Glendale Council to the City of Phoenix Council carried a lot of weight in squashing the last development proposition and wondered when it would be a good time to re-submit the Council letter in regards to the current Mattamy proposal. Commissioner Escudero stated that an attendee at the first public meeting, who was a homeowner and realtor, felt that 1-acre lots could be developed and sold with the right type of marketing. Commissioner Tolby commented that Mattamy does not build that type of home and Mattamy's focus is profit. Vice Chair Rovey noted that there is helicopter training on the east side of the Airport and this could lead to the possibility of an accident. Vice Chair Rovey expressed that the best development for this area would be commercial and not low density residential. Motioned by Commissioner Terry Aramian, seconded by Commissioner Leonard Escudero Motion to recommend that the City Council make it known to the City of Phoenix Planning and Zoning Commission that the Aviation Advisory Commission's position is that it would be detrimental for a residential build in the Camelback Ranch Parcel east of the Airport, due to safety and noise concerns. Mr. Husband will draft an initial letter for review by the Commission. AYE: Vice Chair Larry Rovey Commissioner Terry Aramian Commissioner Leonard Escudero Commissioner Randal Kruger Commissioner Edward McCall Commissioner Quentin Tolby Other: Commissioner Tim Topliff(ABSENT) Passed b. Aviation Advisory Board Commission Chair and Vice-Chair appointments Mr. Husband announced that the City Clerk's Office recommended that Council appoint Commissioner Rovey as Chair and Commissioner Escudero as Vice Chair. Both Commissioners accepted the proposed appointments, which will be formalized at the February 27, 2018 Council meeting. c. Fox Aviation, LLC Hangar Development Project Lease Mr. Husband gave an update on the proposed Fox Aviation, LLC Hangar Development Lease. The update included the following: • Request for Proposals (RFP) •An RFP for the vacant parcel was released in 2017 and generated one respondent (Angel Aviation, LLC). The site is south of the AirWest Helicopter facility and north of the aircraft maintenance bays/wash rack. •Premises •The development site is a 35,688 sq. ft. parcel which includes a 2,000 sq. ft. utility easement on the southernmost end of the parcel. The easement will be incorporated into the leasehold to allow for the required set-back distances, but will not be built upon. A sealed survey and legal description for the leasehold has been completed and submitted by the developer. •Term •A 20-year initial term with one 5-year or two 10-year extensions available based on the value of improvements completed. The 5-year extension engages at$500,000 in value of the facility built. One 10-year extension engages at$1 million and the second at$1.5 million in value of the facility built. The proposed development plan assumes that the value of the facility will be more than $1.5 million and that the term ; will be for the initial 20 years and eligible for both 10-year extensions. • Rent • Fox Aviation, LLC proposed an annual rent rate of$0.30 per sq. ft. The rent will be calculated at$0.30 per sq. ft. for 33,688 square feet and $0.15 per sq. ft. for the 2,000 sq. ft. utility easement area. The total annual rent will be $10,406.40 beginning at occupancy and a reduced rent of$5,353.20 during construction. •Facility •The proposal is for the development of a building measuring approximately 110' by 180' and incorporating hangar, office, shop, and training areas. Site development will include vehicle access, parking areas, and landscaping consistent and compatible with the existing facilities. •The completed lease has been approved by the City of Glendale Law Department. Vice Chair Rovey inquired about an escalator clause-and Mr. Husband replied that it was every three years. Motioned by Commissioner Terry Aramian, seconded by Commissioner Quentin Tolby Motion to recommend Council approval of the land lease at$0.30 per sq. ft. and construction of a new hangar facility with/by Fox Aviation, LLC as presented by staff. AYE: Vice Chair Larry Rovey Commissioner Terry Aramian Commissioner Leonard Escudero Commissioner Randal Kruger Commissioner Edward McCall Commissioner Quentin Tolby Other: Commissioner Tim Topliff(ABSENT) Passed d. Airport Layout Plan Update Project Status Mr. Husband relayed that the Airport Layout Plan (ALP)was previously completed, approved by the Commission, and sent to the FAA for comments and potential approval. Mr. Husband stated that comments were received from the FAA, which were subsequently sent to the consultant. Mr. Husband noted that the most significant comment from the FAA was in relation to the proposal to change the Airport from B2 to C2 classification. Mr. Husband explained that there is not much difference from B2 to C2, however there is a difference regarding approach speed due to larger and faster aircraft. Mr. Husband relayed that the FAA's comment was that there was not a standard 50-foot separation between the current Airport runway and taxiway. Mr. Husband commented that staffs will request a modification of standards from the FAA. Mr. Husband noted that the FAA has asked if the Airport has considered moving the taxiway to the west or the runway to the east, and he will provide answers to the FAA. More details will be provided to the Commission in March or April. Commissioner Tolby asked if the classification could cause a commercial jet to choose to land at another airport. Mr. Husband replied that it was a possibility; however, the Airport is not seeing a shortage of large aircraft. Mr. Husband did note that it could impact future business. Vice Chair Rovey wondered if there are aircraft not arriving due to the B2 designation. Mr. Husband explained that the current 100-foot runway is a limitation on aircraft size, not necessarily the designation. Vice Chair Rovey asked for confirmation that the ALP no longer included the second runway and Mr. Husband agreed. Mr. Husband relayed that the single runway is anticipated to serve the current and future needs of the Airport at least up to 20 years. 6. STAFF REPORTS a. Mr. Husband provided the staff report. Highlights included the following: • New Interim Airport Administrator •Mr. Husband spent a few weeks in transition with Mr. Kenn Potts, the recently retired Airport Administrator, and a selection process is underway for a permanent replacement. Mr. Husband is assisting Mr. Ebersole in the process of advertising the position and coordinating the review and interview process for prospective candidates. The initial selection materials have been drafted and it is expected that advertising the position for nationwide recruitment will be begin in March. •Chair Rovey inquired if Mr. Husband will apply for the permanent position. Mr. Husband replied in the negative, noting that he is retired and only signed on with the airport as an Interim Administrator. •Airport Financial Update • End of Year Transportation Department Surplus Funds: Several projects, totaling over$100,000, have been identified for the Airport, which could include: •Airfield apron pavement maintenance for the south hangar apron areas • Parking lot rehabilitation and maintenance •Airfield lighting maintenance materials •Terminal repairs and improvements •Security gate maintenance and repairs •Airport Financial Update: 59% of FY through January 2018 • Projected Annual Revenue -$545,779.00 • Revenue Expenses YTD—$347,687.00—64% of projected •Annual Operating Budget—$153,183.00 • Expenses YTD-$111,901.61 —27% remaining •The base budget for FY2019 remains the same as FY2018. •Airport Operations Update •January Operations: 8,022 •Fiscal Year-to-Date Operations: 41,351 •Construction Projects/Grant Status •The North Apron Rehabilitation Project continues to go very well. Phase Al (Glendale Aero Services South Apron), Phase B (Northeast Terminal Apron), and Phase C (Glendale Aero Services North Apron) have been completed ahead of the contractor's proposed schedule. The contractor, Combs Construction, has started Phase D this week and the phase is progressing well. Phase D is the first phase to affect the private aircraft hangar tenants and is expected to be completed on March 5th or 6th, which is ahead of the proposed schedule. Airport staff has coordinated with the hangar tenants to minimize disruptions to tenant access. The entire project is should be completed by late April. •Commissioner Kruger commented that the hangar tenants were originally told they could walk to their hangars, however, now they have to be escorted. Commissioner Kruger asked who the tenants, including him, would call for an escort. Mr. Husband relayed that the Airport Operations Cell Phone number should be called. Mr. Husband explained that the contractor invoked this policy as they are responsible for the project site and if someone is hurt, the contractor is financially liable. • Flight Path Changes at Phoenix Sky Harbor •There was a lot of challenges with the residents after the new flight path changes at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were instituted approximately-four years ago. The lawsuit between the City of Phoenix and the FAA was just settled and the ruling was that the FAA should not have changed the flight paths without adequate discussion with the shareholders. The Phoenix flight paths will be returned to the previous alignments prior to the 2014 changes. Beginning on March 29, 2018, three west flow routes will be changed back to the previous paths. It is our understanding that the path of most interest to GEU will fly 9 miles west and then turn north to rejoin the departure route currently used. This is a change from the 4-mile turn that follows the Grand Avenue alignment. By May 24, 2018, all flight routes in the valley must be restored to the original paths. •Vice Chair Escudero wondered if the path changes would affect the downtown Glendale area and Mr. Husband did not expect any issues. •Airport Layout Plan (ALP) Update •The ALP update prepared by Coffman Associates has been approved by the Airport Advisory Commission (AAC) and the City Council. The plan was submitted to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) for final approval. Comments were received from the FAA in January and staff has begun to process and respond to the comments and make necessary changes. We propose a presentation to the AAC at the March meeting to detail the current status of the project. •AIRPORT BUSINESS ACTIVITY/LEASE UPDATES •Airport South Box Hangar Leases: The final approval process for new lease agreements for four box hangars is underway. Three of the four signed leases were approved at the February 13th Council meeting. The remaining lease has been submitted for approval at the February 27th Council meeting. Mr. Butler, A Shade Above, would like to build on Pad#11 and possibly on Pad#13. Mr. Husband is drafting an RFP in regards to the two pads. Commissioner Tolby wondered if staff was concerned about running out of pads at the Airport. Mr. Husband replied that staff is discussing future needs in the south area of the Airport. • Fox Aviation Hangar Development: Previously discussed. •Airgo Airviation: The flight school currently has 30 students and proposes to grow to 300 hundred students. • Land Use Planning/Zoning Development •The potential Camelback Ranch Residential Development was previously discussed. • Events • Babes, Blues, and Brews Festival: This event is hosted by Starshine Associates, an Airport tenant and will be held on April 14th from 11:00 to 5:00 p.m. on the apron area just north of the terminal. Starshine is coordinating closely with City of Glendale Event and Airport staff. There will be four or five live bands at the event and local west-side breweries. •The Airport Café hours remain Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. •The Airport Open House is set for November 3, 2018 and planning continues. 7. LUKE AIR FORCE BASE OPERATIONS Mr. Gillies gave an update on LAFB operations, which included the following highlights: •The Marine Realistic Urban Training Exercise will be held on March 6th and 7th. There will be helicopter and flying exercises during the day and night. •The LAFB Airshow will be held March 2018 17th and 18th. The Blue Angels and Airforce Wings of Blue will participate. •As the flight schools at the Glendale Airport increase, Mr. Gillies requested updates/coordination/briefings with him or Mr. John Padilla. 8. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Commissioner Tolby commented that he attended the Boards and Commissions Hockey Night, which he appreciated and enjoyed. 9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS No items were proposed during the agenda item. 10. NEXT MEETING The next meeting date is Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room on the second floor of the Airport terminal building, 6801 N. Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, Arizona 85307. 11. ADJOURNMENT The Aviation Advisory Commission Meeting minutes of February 21, 2018 were submitted and approved this 21 day of March, 2018. J11 Husband Recording Secretary