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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-04-30 '--' r/r,' -r /x, 4~ l~\ tf~..~s :. ~.- ., :~~,,~ . --' "'.::, o~ ....tJ.... ~po1fE~ Office of Airport Manager Phone (617) 228-1255 The meeting was opened at 4:15 p.m. by Chairman Robert Allen with the following Commissioners present: Norman Beach, Alexander Craig and Thomas Giffin. T own of Nantucket NANTUCKET MEMORIAL AIRPORT Nantucket Island, Massachusetts 02554 MEETING APRIL 30, 1986 A letter was read from Massachusetts Aeronautics Commission on contract management, as well as a letter from the President of the Airport Employees' Association on the same subject. The Commission's reply to Mr. John Roche, who attended and spoke at the meeting, was that it was a little premature to corne to any conclusions at this time and that the Commission would protect the interests of its present employees. On a motion by Commissioner Giffin, seconded by Commissioner Beach, it was moved to reject the two contract management proposals for consideration with those received for the manager's position. However, in the future, if a proposal is received for contract management without any conflict of interest, it would be considered at that time. This was passed with Commissioners Beach and Giffin in favor and Commissioner Craig opposed. On a motion by Commissioner Beach, seconded by Commissioner Craig, it was unanimously voted to indefinitely defer the approval of the Minutes of March 10 and 17, 1986. John Stackpole, representing NANTISCO, requested why approval was being deferred indefinitely. Town Counsel answered that he did not care to discuss it. On a motion by Commissioner Beach, seconded by Commissioner Craig, it was unanimously voted to approve the Minutes of March 3, 1986, as written. On a motion by Commissioner Craig, seconded by Commissioner Beach, it was unanimously voted to approve the State Grant Agreement for Project 07. On a motion by Commissioner Craig, seconded by Commissioner Beach, it was unanimously voted to give the Electric Company permission to move their two portable electric generators to Airport property, as originally voted at the March 17, 1986 meeting. On a motion by Commissioner Craig, seconded by Commissioner Beach, it was unanimously voted to approve the Minutes of the March 31, April 8 and 22, 1986 meetings, as written. Page 1 of 3 MEETING APRIL 30, 1986, continued The Commission also unanimously voted to accept the Grant Agreement from the Federal Government and the Contract Agreement from Harris Miller Miller and Hanson, after it has been reviewed by Town Counsel. Regarding a request for a food concession at Nobadeer Beach, from Cameron Virrill, on a motion by Commissioner Giffin, seconded by Commissioner Beach, it was unanimously voted to table the matter and have Town Counsel check into the liability of allowing such a concession. On a motion by Commissioner Craig, seconded by Commissioner Giffin, it was moved to reject the bid of NANTISCO. Commissioners Beach, Craig and Giffin voted in favor with Commissioner Allen opposed. Attorney Tillotson attended the meeting representing his client, who wishes access to the Holmes Field Way from the former Rock property. He stated they would pay for the maintenance of the way and provide necessary insurance to protect the Airport. He requested the Airport remove the eight-foot security fencing and replace it with something less obtrusive. Commissioner Craig stated that by allowing Mr. Thayer to use our access road, it would enable him to increase the density of the development of this property. Since it is in such close proximity to the Airport, and in the direct path of the centerline to runway 33, the Airport would be against allowing this access. Commissioner Giffin also brought up the factor of safety and access in case of a crash or fire. On a motion by Commissioner Giffin, seconded by Commissioner Craig, it was unanimously voted to instruct Town Counsel to review this property line dispute and inform the Commission before they make any further decisions. Regarding the setting up of the operation of the new parking lot, it was agreed the Commission should seek professional expertise in this area. Commission Craig will get together with Ken Holdgate and Jo-ann Norris to find just such an organization. Mr. Bob Boyle attended the meeting to request permission to lease enough property, particularly in the Delta Area, for the erection of 18 T-hangars. These would be either sold or leased to interested persons. He requested approximately a parcel of 150 x 400' and inquired as to the length of taxiway he would have to install to this area. Mr. Holdgate was instructed to get together with Mr. Boyle, and Mr. Tom Romero if he is interested, to work out the details. Mr. Boyle also requested a lease in excess of 20 years, which would have to be voted at a Town meeting. Page 2 of 3 MEETING APRIL 30, 1986, continued The Manager informed the Commission of the latest events in his efforts to unload aviation fuel. Since no one will allow off- loading at their facility, and the Coast Guard has insisted that we have a designated area, he has requested Mr. Forns to contact the Coast Guard if the installation of temporary piles is acceptable. Under "operations" Mr. Holdgate informed the Commission that LydIe Rickard has requested his lease on the car wash commence now, since he has already lost two of the twenty years in the planning stage. The Commission agreed that the only way they could do this would be to renegotiate a new lease. Mr. Holdgate also stated that Mr. Al Perry has requested permission to install a direct-line phone for car rentals at the Airport. The Commission was not in favor of this. Commissioner Craig suggested that if a private firm took over the aviation fuel, CFR and tie down concessions, with the Airport receiving a percentage of the receipts, it would be more advantageous to the Airport. Some discussion ensued and the suggestion died. Mr. Torn Romero brought to the Commission's attention that his car had been vandalized and that he felt a perimeter fence was extremely important, and the opinions of the Airport users should be given consideration as well as the developers abutting the Airport. Mr. McGrath asked the Commission where he stood on his request to contract manage the Airport. Chairman Allen informed him that the Commission was awaiting a decision from the Ethics Commission and requested Mr. McGrath to submit an application strictly as Manager. The meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 1~~Jr.P~ C4:c~etary Page 3 of 3