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12-09-1998 ARC MinutesCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES DECEMBER 9, 1998 The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Airport Relations Commission was held on Tuesday, December 9, 1998 in the City Hall Large Conference Room, 1101 Victoria Curve. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were present: Beaty, Des Roches, Roszak, Fitzer, Leuman, Stein and May. Also present were City Administrator Kevin Batchelder and Senior Secretary Kim Blaeser. Commissioner Roszak moved approval of the November 12, 1998 minutes. Commissioner Des Roches seconded the motion. AYES: 7 NAYS: 0 In response to a question from Commissioner Roszak, Administrator Batchelder informed the Commission that he has requested the MAC to send any settlement documents regarding the City of Richfield's lawsuit on the extension of Runway 4-22. , DISCUSS MINNEAPOLIS/MAC THIRD PARALLEL RUNWAY CONTRACT The Commission acknowledged receipt of a Press Release which announces that the MAC and the City of Minneapolis have reached agreements for no third parallel runway and support for north/south runway, temporary extension. Administrator Batchelder informed the Commission that the City of Mendota Heights' contract runs through the year 2021. He informed the Commission that when Mendota Heights reached agreement with the MAC, MAC officials agreed to allow Mendota Heights to amend its contract, based on the provisions that the cities of Minneapolis or Eagan might agree to with MAC. He informed the Commission that they should review the contract provisions between MAC and the City of Minneapolis to determine which provisions AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION - DECEMBER 9, 1998 MINUTES 1 might be beneficial with the City of Mendota Heights so that recommendations may be made to the City Council and negotiations may begin with MAC. Commissioner Des Roches suggested that the two contracts be reviewed side by side so that any provisions that might be beneficial can be recommended to the City Council. She inquired if the City's legal counsel has reviewed the Mendota Heights contract as well as the Minneapolis contract. Batchelder stated the Mayor, Councilmember Smith and Chair Beaty negotiated the contract with City of Minneapolis attorneys present. The Commission briefly reviewed parts of the Minneapolis/MAC Third Parallel Contract. It was noted that Minneapolis' concerns regarding property acquisition and flight operations are similar to that of the City of Mendota Heights. It was noted that the City of Mendota Heights may wish for clarification regarding the City of Minneapolis' definition of equitable distribution of aircraft. The Commission noted that Minneapolis would like to see Runway 4-22 used more frequently. The Commission felt it important to further compare these contracts at their January meeting. Chair Beaty felt it necessary to compare the contract further so as to compare specific highlights of the contracts, especially those that both cities support. The Commission discussed the possibility of the Council opening renegotiations with the MAC regarding Mendota Heights' contract specifically pertaining to the year 2021 deadline. The Commission discussed how it seems airport expansion seems to be occurring off site. It was noted that the air freight industry is moving off the airport property. It was discussed that at a recent Council meeting, National Car Rental had approached the Council inquiring about the possibility of building a parking lot and car wash near the City's public works garage. Administrator Batchelder explained that this proposal would need a zoning ordinance amendment. Batchelder stated that the Council feels this is an unwanted land use in this area and that the Council did not desire airport related land uses to located off-site in Mendota Heights. Commissioner Des Roches inquired about how much land is owned by the Metropolitan Airports Commission. Batchelder responded that he would inquire with the MAC. AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION - DECEMBER 9, 1998 MINUTES 2 Regarding the ground noise run-up pad, Administrator Batchelder will follow up with Mr. Fuhrmann as to why run ups are occurring during off hours. The Commission was of the consensus that they review the Minneapolis and Mendota Heights Contracts, provision by provision, at their January meeting. They felt it necessary to brainstorm any items not included within the contracts. Commission Roszak suggested that a map showing affected property owners be included within the contract. ElWaWl"M Policy Advisory Committee - Part 150 Program The Commission reviewed the PAC's Part 150 Program Update. The reviewed Section 1 - Part 150 Completion Status. It was noted that at the end of 1998-99, 4,583 homes will have been insulated totaling $102.1 million. The Commission acknowledged that as of October 23, 1998, Mendota Heights has 84 completed homes with 1 home under construction and 1 home in pre -construction phase. The Commission reviewed Section 2 - 1997 Homeowner Opinion Surveys which included survey results on Reducing Exterior Aircraft Noise, Interior Home Comfort Level, Home Activity Improvement, Major Room Improvement, Contract Performance Rating, Homeowner Recommendations, Is there an Increase in Market Value due to Part 150 Modifications and Consultant Staff Profile. The Commission reviewed Section 3 - Cost Review: Past vs. Present which includes housing comparisons with construction costs of $15,500 per home, $19,100 per home, $23,800 per home and $26,500 per home in each subsequent year since 1994. This Section also included 1999 Construction Estimates based on specific characteristics of the home. The Commission noted that of the $36 million used for the Sound Insulation Program, the FAA paid for $5 million and the remaining $31 million came from Passenger Facility Charges imposed by the MAC. AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION - DECEMBER 9, 1998 MINUTES 3 Runway 17-35 HIS The Commission acknowledged receipt of a Press Release announcing that the MAC has received a Determination of Adequacy from the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board for the Final Environmental Impact Statement in the Dual Track Planning Process for Minneapolis -St. Paul International Airport. The Commission acknowledged that this decision will allow MAC to build a new North-South Runway and make other airport improvements. MASAC Goals and Work Plan for 1999 The Commission reviewed the Proposed 1999 MASAC Goals and Operations Calendar. The Commission noted that the MASAC has separated its calendar into four quarters. The Commission noted that at the January 15 MASAC Operations Committee meeting they will be discussing the development of specifications for investigating GPS Landing system use for noise alleviation. The Commission felt that this would be an excellent opportunity for the City to become more involved on how the FAA will implement GPS. The Commission discussed the GPS system and how/when it will be implemented at MSP. It was noted that all aircraft need to be fitted with a receiver before the GPS system is implemented. It was noted that Continental Airlines fleet has been fitted with GPS. Commissioner Roszak moved to amend the Commission's Action Plan to include monitoring the implementation of the GPS system at MSP and to support the MAC by providing incentives to carriers who retrofit GPS receivers on their aircrafts. Commissioner May seconded the motion. AYES: 7 NAYS: 0 The Commission was also of the consensus to support the MAC in providing incentives to carriers in acquiring and operating factory made Stage III aircrafts. AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION - DECEMBER 9, 1998 MINUTES 4 ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF VARIOUS REPO RTS/CORRESPONDENCE The Commission acknowledged receipt of the MASAC Agenda for December 1, 1998 and October 28, 1998 minutes (includes MASAC Operations Committee Minutes for November 13.) The Commission acknowledged receipt of the MASAC Technical Advisor's Report for October 1998. The Commission acknowledged receipt of the MASAC Corridor Gate Penetration Analysis for October 1998. The Commission noted that the MASAC will be reviewing carrier jet departures north of the proposed 095 degree corridor policy boundary. The Commission inquired about the northern boundary occurances during rush hour. The Commission also inquired about other runway usage. The Commission acknowledged receipt of the Capitol Noise Newsletter with Richfield Article. The Commission acknowledged receipt of the MSP News dated November 19, 1998. The Commission acknowledged receipt of the Eagan ARC Agenda for December 8, 1998. The Commission acknowledged receipt of the MASAC Schedule for 1999 and MASAC Roster. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the Airport Relations Commission moved to adjourn its meeting at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Kimberlee K. Blaeser Senior Secretary AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION - DECEMBER 911998 MINUTES 5