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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-01-04 Town of Nantucket NANTUCKET MEMORIAL AIRPORT Macy Lane Nantucket Island, Massachusetts 02554 OffIce of Airport Manager Phone: (508) 228-1255 MEETING January 4, 1989 Meeting was called to order by Chairman Charles Mayhew. Commission members in attendance were Alexander Craig, Ronald Russell, Ronald Santos, and E. Foley Vaughan. Also in attendance were Manager Jo-ann M. Norris, Airfield Supervisor Bill Welch, and Secretary Myrtle Eldridge. The Minutes of the December 21, 1988 Meeting were presented for approval. Commission Vaughan indicated that any changes to the Minutes, as voted and approved by the Commission, did not necessitate the "from/to" listing in the next meeting minutes. This suggestion was agreeable by the full Commission. The Commission then approved a deletion, from Page 3, Paragraph 2, to indicate "As the Delta Area is to be designated as a light-industrial site with buildings, the Commission indicated a lack of interest in such a proposal". The Commission also requested an indication of the need for Executive Session noted in the minutes. A motion to approve the Warrant was M/S/P. A lengthy discussion of the 1989-90 Budget resulted in minor changes in some line items and some amounts were adjusted to hopefully meet the new fiscal year's needs. Manager Norris indicated she would make the recommended changes and discuss the budget with the Business Administrator, Mort Donahue. She will also inquire if a wording change for our Articles, for future Town Meetings, would be possible to free our funds should any delay of proposed grants occur. Under correspondence, a letter from the DOT informed the Commission the Airport was in default on the updating of the Airport Certification Manual. Manager Norris said another revised copy was hand delivered on December 21, but has not been reviewed by the FAA as yet. Commissioner Vaughan recommended that when the manual is complete and approved, we should obtain a disc copy. This would allow us to edit and submit future additions or deletions as they occur. page 1 of 3 MEETING, JANUARY 4, 1989, continued Lee Bourgoin, Administrative Secretary to the Board of Selectmen, issued a memo to all Departments regarding the appointment of candidates and scheduling pre-meeting discussions prior to appointment, should the Department deem it necessary. FBO, William McGrath notified the Airport, by letter of December 28, 1988, that effective December 31, 1988, "McGrath Aviation Services, Inc. will terminate delivering fuel and collecting parking and landing fees." Manager Norris reported a smooth transition of this service back to the Airport. HERITAGE AIRLINES (John D. Sullivan, President) wrote requesting counter/ramp space in the terminal, commencing April, 1989. Chairman Mayhew instructed Manager Norris to write current airline tenants regarding their space requirements for 1989-90. Using this data, the Commission then requests suggestions from Manager Norris. Several items were discussed under operations. Regarding the JONES' lease, the court found in favor of the Airport and the owners must pay $6,500.00 in back rent and approximately $3,700.00 in legal fees. We are still awaiting judgement. Commissioner Santos requested, in writing, what options the Airport may take after payment of all fees. Manager Norris reported on the proposed sale of the LARC and an Agreement was presented from Virginia Beach Marine Services Group indicating the following: 1. I-year consignment from date of signed Agreement. 2. $1,250.00 down payment to the Airport. 3. Removal from Airport premises and refurbish at no extra charge. 4. If unable to sell at the end of consignment year, return LARC to the Airport at no charge. 5. If able to sell, Virginia Beach Marine Service Service Group receives 15% up to $30,000 and 100% over $30,000. Commissioner Vaughan made a motion to accept and execute the Agreement. This was M/S/P. Manager Norris informed the Commission of a delay in the printing of the EIR document for the TEMPORARY FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM, as items had to be changed after the Town Bulk Fuel Task Force report came out. The form should be ready for distribution by January 9. page 2 of 3 MEETING, JANUARY 4, 1989, continued BUSINESS EXPRESS will implement Security Screening on March 2. Commissioner Craig has requested suggestions for placement of screening from Manager Norris. Due to existing power problems in the Main Terminal, the Commission has requested Bill Welch to submit a written report, from an electrician, for a temporary solution, at their next meeting. Bill Welch reported the new emergency generator should be completed by Friday, January 6. Temporary repairs have been made to the Tower boiler, which exploded, and the chimney may have to be extended to allow proper ignition. It is noted that the car rental dealers are requesting additional electrical capacity to install computers in the terminal lobby. Ray Conlon of WINDMILL GIFT SHOP informed the Commission that the evening of the Christmas Stroll, his shop lost power for 4-hours and again the following day. He also stated BUSINESS EXPRESS lost their computer service as the amp service is not adequate to cover the needs of the full main terminal. Bill Welch informed the Commission that a propane heater had been installed for BUSINESS EXPRESS at the expense of the Airport, which should alleviate some of the electrical problems. As Business Express is utilizing space not designated for office usage, the Commission felt that the cost for the heater, and the propane, should be absorbed by Business Express. Bill Welch will inform the airline of this change. Commissioner Santos made the motion to notify BUSINESS EXPRESS of termination of lease if violations of its terms continue. The motion was passed. The Commission requested Bill Welch submit billing for time and materials on the repair of the Holmes Field Way gate. A motion to adjourn this meeting at 6:20 pm was M/S/P. Respectfully submitted, ~y~ ~ tld ~/~/f ~~ ,~~ page 3 of 3