Meeting Agenda
1. Open Meeting
2. Roll Call
3. Petitions - Communications - Citizen Concerns
4. Items of Business
4.A. Discuss Hangar #1 repairs 
4.B. AirMethods Bankruptcy and impacts on airport. 
4.C. Update on Exhibit A for airport sponsor change 
5. Officers' Reports
5.A. Airport Manager Report
6. Adjournment
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Meeting: November 16, 2023 at 8:15 AM - Airport Advisory Board Meeting
Subject:
1. Open Meeting
Rationale:
  • In accordance with Nebraska law, a copy of the Open Meetings Act can be found in the back of the Council Chambers.
  • Items listed on the agenda may be considered in any order.
Subject:
2. Roll Call
Rationale:
  • Attendance of members will be recorded to determine the presence of a quorum for official actions.
Subject:
3. Petitions - Communications - Citizen Concerns
Rationale:
  • Citizen testimony may be limited to 3 minutes per person.
  • Please do not repeat testimony that has already be heard.
  • No action can be taken on matters presented under this title except to answer any questions or to refer the matter for further action.
Subject:
4. Items of Business
Rationale:
  • Action may be taken to discuss/limit discussion, to hear testimony in favor of or in opposition to, and to approve or disapprove any matter presented under this title.
Subject:
4.A. Discuss Hangar #1 repairs 
Discussion:
A quotation from Blue Valley Door Co. Inc. was presented for Midland Bifold 50'0 X 15'0 Clear Open (19'0 Total Door Height) for a cost of $60,707.00 

A quotation for Midland Hydraulic 50'0 X 15'0 Clear Open (Rough Open Required 50'8 X 15'6)  for a cost of $66,320.00

Blaine Spanjer and Airport Manager Will White mentioned having someone go out to the airport to take a look at the hangar door to find out the cost of what they needed. 
Chris Corr asked about building permits and seeing if there would need to be structural work for the door. 

 
Attachments:
Subject:
4.B. AirMethods Bankruptcy and impacts on airport. 
Discussion:
City Attorney Anna Burge stated that the AirMethods Bankruptcy would include the restricting of the company and getting rid of bank notes. Crete is listed as 100% to receive payment if there is anything owed. 
It was mentioned that a conversation with AirMethods is necessary to learn if they are in a position to contribute for the hangar door. 
Clerk-Treasurer Jerry Wilcox informed that the AirMethods lease would be ending on December 31st 2023. 
 
Subject:
4.C. Update on Exhibit A for airport sponsor change 
Discussion:
The Exhibit A Property Map was presented and Chris Corr discussed that they have every they needed and will send over the title searches. The Airport won't need to sign and FAA will sign. The Exhibit A needs to be approved before FAA can approve it. 
The selection is due during the first part of December. 
Attachments:
Subject:
5. Officers' Reports
Rationale:
  • Reports may be given by Officers, City Departments, Committees, or Board members concerning the current operations of the Airport.
  • No action can be taken on matters presented under this title except to answer any questions or to refer the matter for further action.
Discussion:
Howard Nitzel mentioned that there is a need for a mule at the airport and suggested a base model Kawasaki mule. The mule would help Airport Manager Will White carry out the duties of his job more efficiently. Nitzel recommended that this purchase be reviewed by City Administrator Tom Ourada. 
Nitzel motioned and Keller seconded the motion. unanimous 
Attachments:
Subject:
5.A. Airport Manager Report
Discussion:
Airport Manager Will White reported the following:
- Inspections are all done
- Suggested changing the wording on the heater policy. Spanjer mentioned that there are issues such as electricity used and liability that need to be addressed. 
- There are hangars with expired or no fire extinguishers. Chris Corr mentioned if there could be an extra fee added and so the airport can provide the extinguisher. City Attorney Anna Burge mentioned that she would be looking at the lease. 
Clerk- Treasurer Jerry Wilcox mentioned that if the City owns and inspects the fire extinguishers, this would be a good opportunity to inspect hangars. 
 
Subject:
6. Adjournment

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