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Town of Nantucket
NANTUCKET MEMORIAL AIRPORT
Macy Lane
Nantucket Island, Massachusetts 02554
Office of Airport Manager
Phone: (508) 228-1255
MEETING
December 7, 1988
The Meeting was called to order at 4:40 pm by Chairman Charles
Mayhew. The Commissioners in attendance were Alexander Craig 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 November 16, 1988 regular meeting were
approved subject to the following change in Paragraph 3:
FROM: "It was indicated they would like an opportunity to
rectify this breach. The Commission agreed to this
proposal, in principal."
TO: "Bar Harbor indicated they would like an opportunity to
rectify this breach."
Joseph Forns presented an update on the status of the TEMPORARY
FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM. He stated all permits are in hand with
the exception of the EIR document. As there is no formal
document for the EIR, Mr. Forns presented a draft of this
document as a "compliance mechanism' to satisfy all those
concerned with this project. Chairman Mayhew informed Mr. Forns
of a conflict between State Agencies and Mr. Forns' report to the
Commission. Mr. Forns explained that each time an objectionable
letter is submitted to just one agency involved, the whole
process is then re-evaluated from the very beginning, pushing the
project back. The Commission then inquired as to what must be
done to satisfy MEPA and how can it be accomplished. Mr. Forns
was instructed to submit his EIR document draft and appendages
with a letter to Mr. Stephen Davis, at MEPA, requesting a meeting
with MEPA, MAC and a Commission member.
Regarding lack of liability insurance coverage for the Fuel
Pipeline, Mr. John Stackpole indicated there is now a group that
provides this coverage, known as Petrolac.
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MEETING DECEMBER 7, 1988, continued
On the TEMPORARY FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL,
Commissioner Vaughan called attention to the omission, in the
manual, concerning a boom being deployed on site during
off-loading of fuel. The following motion was made by
Commissioner Vaughan to add to section 14 of the Fuel Operation
Manual:
"The Airport absorbant boom will be on site at fuel transfer
area during all fuel operations for immediate deployment in
the event of a spill. The Marine Department containment
boom is readily accessible."
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Craig,
this information is inserted in the Operations
it will be forwarded to the USCG for approval.
received, a copy will be sent to the Nantucket
and passed. After
Manual, on Page 6,
When approval is
Land Council, Inc.
Mr. John Stackpole and Bud Billings requested permission to have
the Jones' lease assigned to them for perishable freight,
wholesale distribution business. Commissioner Vaughan indicated
his desire that the building be removed from the present site.
However, the Commission said that such a controversial issue
could not be voted without a full Commission and tabled the
proposal at this time.
Manager Norris informed the Commission that John Sullivan had
resigned and that the Selectmen were advertising the position
opening this week. The Commission requested Mrs. Norris write a
letter to Mr. Sullivan thanking him for his contributions to the
Airport and the Town of Nantucket.
On behalf of her employees, Gretchen Lindley from BUSINESS
EXPRESS requested free parking in the Airport Parking Lot as was
a courtesy extended in the past. Commissioner Vaughan made a
motion to allow free overnight parking, in the rear lot, and the
motion was seconded by Commissioner Craig. Chairman Mayhew voted
against this proposal. Manager Norris was requested to make a
statistical report, in January, on parking collections compared
to a year ago.
Regarding parking violation tickets issued to THRIFT CAR RENTAL,
Ray Conlon is to give his parking tickets, along with a copy of
their rental agreement, to Manager Norris for re-billing. The
Commission then requested a report on these collections at the end
of 6-months.
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MEETING DECEMBER 7, 1988, continued
Joan Di Ieso, Director of Customer Services for HOLIDAY AIRLINES,
wrote the Commission indicating a change in their scheduled
service. HOLIDAY will limit service to Thursday, Friday and
Sunday, with the exception of some segregated days which were
heavily booked.
A public Hearing Notice for December 9, concerning the increase
of rental products by Phyllis G. Mayhew, 135 Old South Road was
read. Chairman Mayhew and Commissioner Vaughan abstained from
discussion due to conflict of interest. Commissioner Craig
indicated this would not pose a problem to the Airport and that a
response would not be necessary.
Mr. Kevin Gallagher spoke with Mrs. Norris regarding the leasing
of land for a 10-20 vehicle parking area for his off-airport car
rental company. Chairman Mayhew abstained from discussion and
Commissioner Craig stated the Commission would need time to
consider all aspects of such a lease and that a full Commission
should be available for such a determination. Commissioner Craig
has also requested a recommendation from the Airport Manager.
It was voted to accept the Massachusetts State Grant and
authorize the expenditure of the sum of $621,108.00, of which
$46,583.00 has as its source the Massachusetts State Grant and
the balance is the Airport's local share of the Grant as was
included in the Airport Operating Budget, which was approved and
appropriated at the 1988 Annual Town Meeting.
On the TERMINAL REHABILITATION-PHASE I, weather proofing of tower
building, the Grant from MAC has been delayed and the project
will resume when funds are available. MAC's next meeting is
December 14.
The Commission gave Manager Norris permission to re-submit
Articles for the January, 1989 Special Town Meeting, adding a new
article to permit the hiring of one new administrative employee.
Several questions arose regarding the accuracy of the Profit and
Loss Statement. The Manager is to inquire about the cost of new
software, as recommended by our auditing firm.
The conference call with BAR HARBOR/PBA and Manager Norris was
discussed. Commissioner Vaughan called counsel for BAR HARBOR
and gave him the name of our Town Counsel and phone number, to
discuss the breach of contract.
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MEETING DECEMBER 7, 1988, continued
The Commission indicated a preference to secure the services of
Rod Hoffman, of Deutsch, Williams, et aI, with occasional
assistance from Town Counsel Paul DeRensis, to handle Airport
legal matters. Attorney DeRensis will be notified of our
request.
Manager Norris received an approval for an employee Christmas
party at the North Terminal from 3 to 7 pm, December 14.
A motion was M/S/P to accept the following transient
parking/landing fees, subject to approval by MAC:
Single Engine
Multi Engine
0-2 hrs.
2 hrs or more
overnight
$2.00
4.00
4.00
$ 5.00
5.00 + 2 hr fee
Landing + 5.00
The license for fueling by McGRATH AVIATION will be discussed at
a meeting with MAC's Director on December 20, 1988.
Airfield Supervisor Bill Welch reported he is repairing the snow
plow for our sidewalks.
A motion was M/S/P to adjourn at 6:50 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Secretary
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