Morehead-Rowan County Airport Board Minutes
March 26, 2015
Chairman Tim James called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM in the Terminal Building Conference Room at the Morehead-Rowan County Regional Airport. Other members present were Ron Oliver, Charles Derrickson, Jim LeMaster, Porter Dailey, Eric Stinson, and Bruce Mattingly. Don Laferty, Tom Fossett, and Mike Gray were absent. Guests present were Tracey and Mike Potter – Fixed Base Operator and Barbara Marsh – Assistant Secretary-Treasurer.
Mr. James presented the Minutes of the February 2015 meeting. The motion to accept the February 2015 Minutes was made by Mr. Dailey, seconded by Mr. Stinson, and approved unanimously.
Dr. Mattingly presented the February Financials. The report included statements of activity for February and for the fiscal year (July-March 23, 2015). Income included the city of Morehead’s yearly financial support of $12,500. The motion to accept the February 2015 Financial Report was made by Mr. Dailey, seconded by Mr. Oliver, and unanimously approved.
REPORTS
#1 Brandstetter Carroll Inc. Mr. James reviewed project updates.
- The new T-Hangar Site Punch List Walk-through is set for tomorrow, March 27 at 10am. Everyone is invited.
Mr. Dailey reported that after the FAA 2015 award made for T-Hangar final funding and state grant funds are received, the bridge loan may be paid off. We are still holding the contractor JAVE LLC’s retainage on the project.
#2 FBO. Ms. Potter reported on the status current fuel sales, grounds maintenance, and hangar activities.
- Fuel sales were 497 gallons of 100LL and 1475 gallons of JETA fuel.
- The new snow plow truck did a great job with the snow removal.
- More tie down rope was purchased to replace the tie downs after the snow removal.
- Aaron Roberts received his private pilot’s license.
- Repair for the entrance gate is scheduled for Monday, March 30.
- The EAA Chapter bus trip to Dayton Air Force Museum has been moved to April 25. Seats are still available.
- The AOPA Safety Seminar will be April 7. Activities include a catered meal by Pops BBQ at 6pm with the seminar to begin at 7pm.
- Upcoming events include Army National Guard Armory 5K run on April 25, a MSU graduation ceremony on April 26; SCCA Autocross on May 16-17; Rowan Unite 5K run on May 30; EAA Young Eagles flights in June, date TBA; Gravity Falls Motorsports car show on September 5. These dates are on the website.
- Pancake and sausage breakfast will be on April 4.
# 3 Buildings & Grounds. Dr. Derrickson and Mr. Oliver, Co-Chairs, updated activities.
- Hay Contract. We have received the signed MSU hay contract. We will be meeting with the FBO to prioritize projects including mowing and pressure washing hangars.
- Light/Electrical Update. The bulbs have been ordered again and the pricing has been delayed for two weeks.
#4 Communications and Security. Mr. James reported that there were no issues. The entrance gate is being repaired.
#5 Property Lease Policy. Mr. Dailey reported the he and Mr. Rogers have not been able to sit down for a review of the property lease policy. When the new engineers are selected, their input may affect the policy.
#6 T-Hangar Fire Extinguishers: Ms. Potter reported that she had not been able to contact Mr. Glover about the to be donated fire extinguishers.
#7 Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP). Mr. Dailey reported that the ACIP report will be mailed by the deadline on March 31 to the FAA.
NEW BUSINESS
- Thank you letter to Judge Blevins. A draft “thank you” letter to Judge Blevins in appreciation of the county surplus snow plow truck and the efforts to aid in snow removal was read to the members. The motion to approve the letter was made by Dr. Mattingly, seconded by Mr. Dailey, and approved unanimously. The letter included the names of all the members and will be delivered to his office.
Ms. Potter reported that Lisa Wilson of the KAA advised that several notable dignitaries would be in town on Monday, March 30 for activities including a bill signing; economic development, new business announcement; and a ribbon cutting for a new road. Destinations include the Space Science Center on MSU’s campus; the Eagle Trace spur road, and the Conference Center. The attendees include Kentucky Representative Hal Rogers, Speaker of the Kentucky House of Representatives Rocky Adkins, and Governor Steve Brashear. Members are encouraged to attend all events.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 pm.