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AVIATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
GLENDALE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
6801 N. GLEN HARBOR BLVD.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA 85307
AIRPORT CONFERENCE ROOM
JUNE 20, 2018
6:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Rovey.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Larry Rovey
Commissioner Terry Aramian
Commissioner Randal Kruger
Commissioner Edward McCall
Commissioner Quentin Tolby
Commissioner Tim Topliff
Absent: Vice Chair Leonard Escudero
Also Present: Joe Husband, Interim Airport Administrator
Attendees: John Padilla
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
No comments were made.
4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
Action taken to approve the April 18, 2018 Aviation Advisory Commission meeting minutes, with
the phrase "and excused" struck from the Call to Order section.
Motioned by Commissioner Randal Kruger, seconded by Commissioner Quentin Tolby
AYE: Commissioner Terry Aramian
Commissioner Randal Kruger.
Commissioner Edward McCall
Commissioner Quentin Tolby
NAY: Commissioner Tim Topliff
Other: Chair Larry Rovey (ABSTAIN)
Vice Chair Leonard Escudero (ABSENT)
Passed
5. AIRPORT BUSINESS
a. Camelback Ranch Area Residential Development Project Status
Mr. Husband reported the following:
• The General Plan Amendment and Camelback Ranch Area Rezoning Request was
approved at the May Phoenix Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. The two
documents approved by the Aviation Advisory Commission at the April 18, 2018 meeting,
the Avigation Easement and Article XV to the CC&R's, were included in the approval as
well.
• Approval was initially scheduled for Phoenix City Council on June 6th, however, the
agenda item was continued to the June 27th meeting. Mr. Husband will be out of the
country and unable to attend the June 27th meeting, however, he emailed the Phoenix
Planning Department and requested that the two documents approved by the Aviation
Advisory Commission would be included in the public record. Mr. Husband received
assurance that the documents would be included in the public record.
Commissioner Aramian asked if one of the Commissioners should attend the June 27th Phoenix
City Council meeting and Mr. Husband replied that there would be a benefit to a Commissioner's
attendance. Chair Rovey expressed apprehension that the documents were included because
they were initially sent to the Glendale City Council for approval. Chair Rovey felt that the
location was a poor place for homes and wondered if the Glendale City Council has weighed in
on the issue.
Commissioner Tolby did not disagree with the Chair's position and stated that the development
would most likely happen anyway. Commissioner Tolby felt that the stipulation documents had
some very good wording. Commissioner Tolby stated that the Commission is not supporting the
development and the stipulation documents were a trade-off to take a neutral position a good
package in return.
Commissioner Aramian stated that the Commission is to be advisory, does not, and should not
make policy.
Mr. Husband had not heard if the Council had taken any position.
Commissioner Tolby asked if the homeowners were still fighting the development and Chair
Rovey replied in the positive. Chair Rovey relayed that on June 6th, the Phoenix Council asked
Mattamy Homes to go back and work with the homeowners on density. Chair Rovey commented
that most cities have a graduation of densities, not one -acre homes with five homes to an acre
right next door.
Commissioner McCall wondered if Council should be approached for its stance.
Mr. Husband stated that he submitted the documents and a cover letter to Council explaining
what occurred at the April Commission meeting and asked Council for guidance or comment. Mr.
Husband has not received a response as of yet.
b. Airport Layout Plan Update Project Status
Mr. Husband stated that the Airport Layout Plan (ALP) has been completed and was signed by
the FAA on April 27, 2018. The ALP can be found on the City's website. Mr. Husband noted
that the Airport has been designated as an airport reference code C -Il. Mr. Husband announced
that the final payment will be made to Coffman and Associates and then staff will request formal
reimbursement from the grant. The ALP project grant should be closed out within the next four to
six weeks.
C. Results of Request for Proposals for Pads 11 and 13
Mr. Husband reported the following:
• Two parties attended the pre -proposal meetings. There were no responses to the RFP.
The RFP has been put out twice and both times, there were no responses.
• The RFP is for a 60x60 hangar site without a dedicated apron.
• Mr. Husband provided details on the leases.
• The RFP went out because a current hangar builder at the Airport asked to build also on
Pads 11 and 13 and so the RFP had to be issued. Once the builder reviewed the leases, he
decided not to move forward.
Commissioner Aramian inquired about next steps for Pads 11 and 13. Mr. Husband replied that
staff will wait and if there is future interest, the RFP could be re -issued. Or, if market conditions
are right, staff could decide to put out the RFP again.
d. Report on Preliminary Findings of Airport Parking Procedures at Similar Airports
Mr. Husband presented information on the following:
• Proposed Parking Policy:
• Designate dedicated landside parking areas for long-term parking of vehicles
• Establish regulations for the proposed parking
• Determine a permitting process
• Establish a fee structure
• Develop an implementation policy
• Aviation Advisory Commission and Glendale City Council approval process
• Proposed Parking Policy Research:
• Current Glendale Airport policy
• Poling of similar airports
• DVT and GYR
• Policy, fees may apply, approval process. Considering fees.
• CHD
• Policy, no fees. Basically, does not allow long-term parking at all.
Evaluating change.
• FFZ
• Policy, prohibited. Has standard parking lots.
• FAA policies on non -aeronautical use
• The FAA would want the Airport to research the costs to park a vehicle off of the
Airport and then charge the appropriate fee for on -Airport parking.
• Parking Policy Considerations:
• FAA regulations
• Glendale city codes
• Financial feasibility and staff requirements
• Parking capacity and reclamation
• Market needs
• Proposed Parking Policy Next Steps
• Glendale code research
• FAA initial discussions
• Market research of fees and demand
• Location evaluation
• Policy preparation
• Questions and Direction
Commissioner Rovey asked Commissioner Kruger about the Airport users' comments on the
parking issue. Commissioner Kruger relayed that a few people have from time to time asked
him about expanded parking. Commissioner Kruger added that it was not a big issue, but there
has been interest and comments about the parking at the Deer Valley Airport. Mr. Husband offer
to obtain pictures of the parking at Deer Valley Airport.
Chair Rovey stated that if the parking provides enhanced services to the Airport users and makes
it more attractive to new users, than the policy would be worth the effort.
Commissioner Tolby asked if the parking lot across from the terminal building had ever been
filled. Mr. Husband replied that he had not seen that area filled, but it would not be the best
location for long-term or storage -type parking. Commissioner Kruger stated that the lot across
from the terminal building is for short-term parking. Commissioner Tolby commented that a
number of spaces could be designated as long-term, a fee could be charged, and a sticker
provided. Mr. Husband will check on City code and with the police department. Commissioner
Kruger asked Mr. Husband to research the issue without too much additional work.
Mr. Husband stated that his concern would be if there was enough demand for the parking,
however, Airport users could be polled. Commissioner Kruger stated that the poll should be very
specific and include how long the parking space could be used and what could be parked on the
space.
Chair Rovey asked if this would be for parking inside the fence and Commissioner Kruger
confirmed. Mr. Husband relayed that parking inside the fence is a bit more of a challenge with
the FAA because it is converting an aeronautical use to a non -aeronautical use and the ability to
convert back is necessary if any aeronautical needs arise. Mr. Husband stated that there may be
a county regulation that parking is prohibited on a non -dust -proofed area. Mr. Husband
commented that staff could look into putting fencing around a land -side area. Mr. Husband will
investigate further.
Motion to authorize further exploration of a long-term parking area at the Airport.
Commissioner Tolby did not want to see a lot of resources expended if there was no market for
the parking. Commissioner Tolby stated that if there was a demand for this type of parking,
people would be contacting the office.
Commissioner Topliff stated that in regard to air glider trailers, the Airport might be able to get
more business if there were parking spaces for those trailers. Commissioner Topliff did not feel
that the Airport should be used to store RV's.
Mr. Husband stated that if a person came to the Airport with an aeronautical device issue, staff
would find a way to accommodate them. Mr. Husband noted that this type of proposed parking
could benefit Airport tenants if they had unmet needs.
6. STAFF REPORTS
Mr. Husband provided the staff report. Highlights included the following:
• NEW INTERIM AIRPORT ADMINISTRATOR
• Details were provided on the current recruitment to date.
• It is hoped that the new person will start in early July.
• AIRPORT FINANCIAL UPDATE:
• Airport Financial Update:
• Projected Annual Revenue - $545,779.00
• Revenue YTD - $581,636.00 — 106% of projected
• Annual Operating Budget — 95% of fiscal year budget through mid-June 2018
• Expenses YTD - $161,509.00 — 5.5% over budget
• AIRPORT OPERATIONS UPDATE
• May Aircraft Operations: 9,126
• Projected Fiscal Year -to -Date Operations: 82,000 to 85,000
• Calendar Year 2017:75,005
• Calendar Year 2016:70,521
• Calendar Year 2015:77,935
• CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS/GRANS STATUS
• End of Year Transportation Department Surplus Funds:Several projects, totaling
over $144,000, have been authorized for the Airport, and are either completed or in
underway. Over $130,000 has been expended so far.
• AIRPORT BUSINESS ACTIVITY/LEASE UPDATES
• The terminal building is fully leased.
• One person has expressed interest in developing hangars in the South Box Hangar
area and staff is working on this request.An RFP will have to be issued.The proper
amount of setback will first have to be determined.
• LAND USE PLANNING/ZONING DEVELOPMENT
• Mr. Husband reviewed five zoning cases this month.Nothing major except for the
Camelback Ranch Residential Development, as was previously discussed.
• Eight noise complaints were received over the last two months, mostly from the south
and in regard to early morning noise.
• EVENTS
• The Airport Open House is scheduled for November 3, 2018.
Commissioner Topliff inquired about the cafe lease. Mr. Husband replied that the former cafe
owners continue to pay the lease to meet their obligations as the lease goes through October
2019. Mr. Husband stated that two parties expressed interest in the space and he put them in
touch with the former cafe owners regarding potential sublease or assignment.
7. LUKE AIR FORCE BASE OPERATIONS
Mr. Padilla announced that there has been a change of command, due to standard practice, at
LAFB and Brigadier General Canterbury has taken over effective today.
8. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Commissioner Tolby would like to re -approach the request to Mayor and Council for signature of
the letter requesting an aircraft for the static Airport memorial display. Mr. Husband relayed that
his understanding was that the Commission had been asked to consider a different location near
the Airport entrance. Mr. Husband stated that this item could be put on the next agenda.
Commissioner McCall commented that it is common to have an uptick in noise complaints with
warm weather.
Mr. Husband announced that he has been with the Glendale Airport since December 26, 2017
and he has very much enjoyed his time and working with the Commissioners, who are a very
engaged group. The Commissioners were appreciative of Mr. Husband's excellent service and
wished him well.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Commissioner Kruger stated that gate #2 at the north end is not designed correctly and the
timing of the gate closing needs to be reviewed. Commissioner Kruger stated that there is a long
distance to drive before the gate will close and other cars try to come in while the gate is open.
Mr. Husband will put the issue on an upcoming agenda.
10. NEXT MEETING
The next regular meeting of the Aviation Advisory Commission will be held on July 18 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 meeting was adjourned by consensus at 7:33 p.m.
The Aviation Advisory Commission Meeting minutes of , 2018 were submitted and approved this
day of , 2018.
Recording Secretary