Airport Commission

NEW PHILADELPHIA AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING John Knisley Municipal Centre Tuesday November 8, 2022 IN ATTENDANCE: Don Kennedy (chair) John Marsh, Brian Marsh, Bob Bedard, Josh Limbacher, Councilman Dan Lanzer. Guests included Larry Lowdermilk, Yamini Gowda (Michael Baker Int’l), Red Hvizdos (ProAv) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 6:06pm by Don Kennedy. 1. A motion was made by Brian Marsh and seconded by John Marsh to accept the minutes of the October 11, 2022 meeting – MOTION PASSED 2. Reports a. Restaurant– No report received b. Airport Manager– Red Hvizdos reported that the runway LED light project has been completed, however the contractor will return in the spring to finish grading and seeding. Business operations were not affected during the 30+ days the runway was closed by NOTAM, but sales of 100LL were down. The storm drain outside the FBO has been cleared and a bathroom sink has been repaired. Don Kennedy required more time to investigate the locking man-gates quote from Southway Fence. A $6500 gate quote from Swiss Valley Fence has been received. Motion to accept airport manager report by Bedard, seconded by Limbacher - MOTION PASSED c. Financial – No financial reports received d. Michael Baker International – Yamini advised that the ACIP is drafted and ready to submit by 31DEC22. The RFQ for the 5-year Airport Consultant contract was posted on 7NOV22 with a reply date of 9DEC22. The previous RFQ generated quotes from five firms. i. Task order #8 – have not received a response back from the FAA. ii. Task order #9 – the LED runway project is complete save for grading and seeding. Will monitor the new LED REIL lights impact on Delaware Avenue drivers. iii. Task order #12 – Taxiway design is ongoing, construction estimate is $2M. iv. Four invoices related to TO #9, 12 were presented for payment. Motion to pay by Bedard, seconded by John Marsh - MOTION PASSED v. A motion to submit the ACIP Annual Report was made by Bedard, seconded by Limbacher - MOTION PASSED 3. Old Business a. Discussion about the airport manager’s discretionary expenses. These would be for services or materials that requires expeditious action. While the airport manager generally has the latitude to address these expenses, he must coordinate with Larry Lowdermilk early in the process so that a purchase order can be created. This will avoid delays caused by unmatched vendor invoices.  4. New Business a. The committee considered a request to replace the overhead door on the old Giles hangar. The door dates to the 1950s and its poor condition presents a hazard to people and property. Service personnel inspected the door and found it twisted and structurally unsound. Repair would not be recommended. Don Kennedy is investigating replacement options and will send an email to committee members for consideration. He will also contact the city auditor to establish if CY22 funds remain to cover its cost. 5. Good and Welfare a. None MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:46 PM For the Chair, Robert Bedard Member