Morehead-Rowan County Airport Board
Minutes
September 27, 2012
Chairman Michael Gray 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 Jim LeMaster, Porter Dailey, Ron Oliver, Charles Derrickson, Tim James, Eric Stinson, Don Laferty, and Tom Fossett. Member absent was Stanley Click. Guests present were Tracey and Mike Potter, Fixed Base Operators; Ben Brandstetter, Bruce Brandstetter, and Tony Hardin – Brandstetter Carroll Inc.; Harry Clark – Rowan County Fiscal Court liaison; and Barbara Marsh – Assistant Secretary-Treasurer.
The Minutes of the August 30, 2012 meeting were presented. The motion to approve the Minutes was made by Mr. Dailey, and seconded by Mr. Laferty, and unanimously approved.
Mr. Dailey presented the Financial Report for the period ending August 31, 2012. The report included 6 pages consisting of a balance sheet, profit/loss detail, and August lease report. Income and expenses were discussed and an estimated financial forecast for the next two years was reviewed stressing that the Board’s fund balances would be fully expended over the next 24 months. Since July 1, funds have been spent down by approximately $39,000. The motion to accept the August 2012 Financial Report was made by Mr. Oliver, seconded by Dr. Derrickson, and unanimously approved.
REPORTS
Tracey Potter gave a report on the status of the FBO and Airport activities. She advised the status of fuel sales, maintenance/repair, and hangar activities.
Fuel sales for the month of August were 898.66 gallons of 100LL and JETA fuel was 781.52 gallons pumped. We received 2487 gallons of 100LL on a split load with Fleming-Mason. Total gallons on hand are 3935 gallons of 100LL fuel and 1326 gallons of JETA fuel.
Ms. Potter reported on the following:
- There will be another pancake and sausage breakfast on Saturday, October 6.
- The community hangar report included usage for the period and activities.
- We had four people mowing, trimming, and getting ready for Community Day. About sixty hours were put on the Kubota and twenty-five on the Z-Trac. Total of about 200 hours just for Community Day.
- We served 120 paying customers for breakfast and a total of about 175 including Air Show Performers, fire department, emergency services and national guard.
- Air Show went very well for our first one.
- On Sunday, September 23, the EAA Chapter gave rides to ninety Young Eagles.
Mr. Gray reported that the Kentucky Aviation Association’s conference held September 5-7, 2012, was attended by Mr. Oliver, Mr. LeMaster, Mr. Laferty, Mr. James, Mr. Gray, and Mr. Dailey. There The FBO was told our airport will be one of three airports featured at next year’s conference in Bowling Green.
Dr. Derrickson and Mr. James, Grounds Co-Chairs reported on several projects.
- The grounds look very good and the effort put forth for the Community Day paid off. Lime needs to be added to the soil to help establish the new grass work. The motion to spread lime in the repaired areas was made by Mr. Oliver and seconded by Mr. LeMaster, and approved unanimously.
Mr. Brandstetter reported on five projects.
- AWOS. The Tower is projected to be up in October 2012.
- T-Hangar Construction. More electrical receptacles are planned inside and outside of the building and a training/conference/multipurpose room (partitioned 18×20’ within one of the end storage areas) has been added to the plans. Other physical plans were reviewed by Mr. Hardin including split bi-fold doors, phone and internet connections for the partitioned room, utility hydrant, oil traps on the drains, outside speakers, and water access. The job may be bid in a couple of weeks. Projected construction: Spring 2013. There is a waiting list for hangar use.
- DBE Plan. Ms. Marsh will be “record keeper”, an item required by the plan. Mr. Stinson will explore the use of DBE Financial Institutions.
- Runway Storm Improvements. Mr. James and Dr. Derrickson are reviewing proposed improvements. Funding has not been approved but will be prepared in a manner for individual components as funding become available.
- KTC Funded Paving Improvements. The project was not approved for FY 13 at this time but remains on the list for future consideration.
Dr. Fossett/Mr. Stinson reviewed Community Day, September 22, 2012. Mr. Laferty shared a PowerPoint program of the air show during the report.
- Mr. Gray thanked Mr. Stinson and Dr. Fossett for their efforts in chairing the
Air Show and Community Day. The two goals of promoting the Airport and having a safe time were accomplished thanks to their concerted efforts.
- FAA was pleased with the Air Show.
- Air Show Recap:
- Parking issues, more attendants.
- Better marking of restricted areas. Hot ramp closed all of show.
- PA system louder/more coverage/music.
- Announcer (professional).
- Designated area for vendors (charge fee?) and not in front of hangars. Electrical.
- Better location of Porta Potties/more.
- Attendants for inflatables.
- More volunteers.
- Better shuttle service.
- More golf carts.
- More sponsors.
- Staff shirts were worn by people who were of no help.
- We need a supervisor for each area of volunteers; i.e. parking, show line, inflatables (broken arm), candy drop. They need to be briefed.
- Secondary viewing area designated at north parking lot.
Suggestions
- Move radio control before show begins (pre-show)
- Charge for parking
- Enlarge advertising area (joining counties)
- Vendor designated set up time and opening time
- Handicap viewing area
- Candy for kids that can’t run to the runway
- Rain date Sunday
- Set a date now or soon (agreed 9.21.13)
- Start sponsorship push now
- Start working on static display.
- What performers would you like to see back?
- Advertising/banners up earlier
A motion to nominate Dr. Fossett and Mr. Stinson as Community Day chairs was made by Mr. Oliver, seconded by Mr. James, and approved unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
The November 1, 2012 Morehead Chamber of Commerce luncheon will feature Mr. Henry Lackey, Deputy Commissioner, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Gray adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m.