ARC 03-12-2014CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES
March 12, 2014
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Airport Relations Commission was held on Wednesday, March 12,
2014 at 7:00 p.m. at 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
The following commissioners were present: David Sloan, William Dunn, and Gina Norling,
Absent: Paul Portz (excused), Jim Neuharth (excused), Kevin Byrnes (excused), Sally Lorberbaum
Also present: City Administrator Justin Miller
Approval of Minutes
The minutes of February 12, 2014 were not reviewed due to lack of a quorum.
2013 Noise Contour Maps
Miller provided an update on the 2013 noise contour maps as produced by MAC staff. It was noted that the
noise contour continues to shrink as compared to the 2007 levels. The commission inquired whether a map
showing this could be included in a future Heights Highlights, and Miller indicated that he would investigate
the possibility.
RNAV Update
Miller and Sloan provided an update of the special NOC meeting where a resolution was passed indicating the
NOC's preferred timeline for any future RNAV implementation. A copy of the resolution was also distributed.
It was noted that MAC staff expressed how the new RNAV arrival procedures would have a significant impact
on the environmental impact of the airport.
2030 MSP Long -Term Capital Plan Review
Sections of the airport's 2030 Long -Term Capital Plan were reviewed. It was noted that the improvements
seem to all be internal to the airport or dealing with access issues not impacting Mendota Heights.
MAC Information Request Follow -Up
Miller indicated that he was still waiting for a response from MAC staff in relation to the series of questions
that was sent to them about the increased high noise events and the increase usage of Runway 12L. As soon as
a response is received, Miller stated he would pass it along to the commission.
Adjourn
Without a quorum, no motion to adjourn was made, but the discussion ended at 7:22 pm.