Airport Board

Airport Advisory Board Meeting Minutes Anaconda – Deer Lodge County May 30th, 2018 – 7:00 a.m. Pilot’s Lounge . Members Present: Chairman Jim Jonas, Vice Chair Al Messer, John Lombardi, Tim Casey, Randy Johnson, Nick Nardacci Members Absent: Eric Cartwright, Commissioner Terry Vermeire, Greg Bahr, Airport Manager Others Attending: Chas Ariss, Planning Director, ADLC, Carlye Hansen, Planning Department Secretary I. Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Jim Jonas, called the meeting to order at 7:00 a.m. II. Approval of Minutes: Motion was made by Tim Casey to accept the minutes from April 25th, 2018; seconded by John Lombardi. Motion carried 6-0. III. Manager’s Report: Greg Bahr, Airport Manager A. Wildlife Fence – The fence seems to be okay at this time, however, they are running into a problem with Chas noting that every 10th pole is in concrete and nothing more. He feels that this is not adequate. He feels that the integrity of the fence is compromised. There is an ARCO meeting this evening and he is hoping this may be broached. Right now there are 3 miles of creek and flooding to deal with and at this time we are going to have to wait and see where we are once the area dries out and analyze where we are and what action to take. B. Fuel Farm – There is no new information regarding the fuel farm at this time. There has also been no new information regarding the remarks made by Rick Tabish of building new hangars at the airport C. Courtesy Car – Nick now has a cracked windshield and he has advised the board that he feels they should look into other options at this time. They will look into this. It was again reiterated that the stolen car was never found and they will need to have other precautions in place in order to not take the chance at having this car stolen also.  D. Maintenance – No issues as of right now, however, both Randy and Greg have had to reboot the DigiWx recently. E. Usage – Multiple jets are coming in at this time for the Ranch on Rock Creek. It is noted that Deer Lodge is now going to expand the operation of their airport in the near future. F. Fly-In – This is still a go for August 25th. Randy has purchased 2 dozen foam airplanes for the kids. Still planning on doing everything as we did last year with the invite for the cars and the Laid Back invite. Will have to just play it by ear and see what happens in regards to them G. Para-motor Organization – The para-motor organization has contacted Greg and they are interested in coming back again this year. The same weekend they are having the para-motor events, the ham radio operators would like to use the airport for their small conference. This will be on Sunday and there is no reason why both events cannot take place that weekend. H. Special Event – The Southwest Montana SCCA Organization has requested use of the airport for their autocross/precision driving event. As of right now, they have not provided the proper coverage and paperwork and Chas stated that they need to get a waiver for subrogation of rights. Chas explained what this is. There are many concerns over the possibility that this may tear up the apron more than it already is and seeing that we are not due to have this repaired for several years, there are questions regarding whether or not this event should be held. Jim Jonas suggested that we talk to Tyler Reid ad Morrison-Maierlel and get his input on how to proceed. Motion was made by Tim Casey and seconded by John Lombardi that we get in touch with Tyler Reid and have him approve the packet submitted by the Southwest Montana SCCA Organization and if that is approved, bring back to the Airport Board, and if okay on the part of them, move on to the Commission Work Session and then to the Commission Motion carried 5-0. VI. Miscellaneous/Public Comment: None Next Meeting: June 27th, 2018 Adjourn: Motion made to adjourn by Tim Casey, seconded by John Lombardi. Motion carried 5-0. Respectfully Submitted, ___________________________ _________________________ Carlye Hansen Jim Jonas, Chair Planning Department Secretary 2 Anaconda-Deer Lodge County 3