2007-03-14 Airport Relations Commission Minutes
2007-03-14 Airport Relations Commission Minutes
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES
MARCH 14, 2007
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Airport Relations Commission was held on
Wednesday, March 14, 2007, at 7:00 p.m., in the Large Conference Room at City Hall,
1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
The following Commissioners were present: Ellsworth Stein, Vice Chair; Bill Dunn,
Robin Ehrlich, Brian Linnihan, and Sally Lorberbaum, Commissioners.
Also present were: Jim Danielson, City Administrator, and Mary Heintz, Recorder.
Not Present: Liz Petschel, Chair; Dave Sloan, Commissioner; and Jake Sedlacek,
Assistant to the City Administrator.
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Commissioner Dunn, seconded by Commissioner Linnihan, to
approve the February 14, 2007, Airport Relations Commission Meeting minutes as
submitted. Commissioner Lorberbaum abstained from the vote.
Unfinished and New Business
A. Introduction of Sally Lorberbaum
Commissioner Lorberbaum introduced herself, as did other attendees, and said she was
excited to be part of the Commission.
B. Discussion of Carl Rydeen’s letter from the FAA
The City Administrator said he called Chad Levque, who said he was happy to see the
letter from Mr. Rydeen, though other Commissioners felt it might be a stalling
tactic. It
will be on the NOC agenda at the April meeting, which Chair Petschel will attend.
C. Discussion of New Legislation HF 359 and Amendment
The City Administrator provided a brief update on legislation, noting that
Representative
Rick Hansen had authored and then amended a bill proposing a change that MAC
membership be determined by legislative districts. A subcommittee will convene to
evaluate membership size and configuration.
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Commissioner Linnihan inquired whether there was a timeframe the subcommittee would
be working with, and the City Administrator responded no, but attempt would be made
to
contact Representative Hansen directly.
Commissioner Dunn commented that group size didn’t make a difference for ARC but
Mendota Heights representation would be important. Commissioner Ehrlich said it
appeared the group’s focus was changing and there may be less representation.
Vice Chair Stein stated that he wouldn’t want to see more members added, as too many
would limit what could be done. The City Administrator reported that the
Minneapolis
proposal is to eliminate four statewide members and start two separate MAC
organizations, one for outstate airports and another for metropolitan airports.
Discussion
ensued as to how representation might be determined, i.e., which city mayor would
represent Dakota County.
Commissioner Linnihan inquired as to what Chair Liz Petschel’s response had been
regarding the proposed legislative amendment, and the City Administrator responded
group consensus was that the next step would be to plot some strategy and see what
ARC
could do to help.
D. Update ARC Brochure
Commissioner Lorberbaum noted some information that was incorrectly indented and
suggested that it be centered instead. That City contact information identified on
the
“Questions and Answers” page be centered instead, as well as the City and “Volume I,
Updated 3-5-07” on the “Noise Complaints” page.
Commissioner Dunn noted that Commissioner Sloan’s phone number may be incorrect,
and the City Administrator responded that he would verify with Commissioner Sloan.
Commissioner Lorberbaum inquired as to who receives copies of the brochure once
published, and the City Administrator responded that it is handed out at City Hall’s
front
desk. She suggested that it be distributed with the
“Heights Highlites” publication, for residents and visitors who are unable to come
to the
building. The City Administrator responded that it could be included as an insert.
E. Update 2006 Airport Noise Plan of Action
It was group consensus that the agenda item be moved to the next meeting that Chair
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Petschel can attend.
F. Updates for Introduction Book
For information only.
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G. View 2007 “State of City”
The City Administrator stated the Mayor’s half hour-long video would be available
for
Commissioners to take home for viewing.
Acknowledge Receipt of Various Reports/Correspondence
Vice Chair Stein said he was pleased with the reduction in the number of complaint
calls
over 100. Commissioner Ehrlich cited, however, that three complainants from Mendota
Heights had made 447 complaints. The question was raised whether they were phone
calls, emails, or web postings, and Vice Chair Stein said the three individuals
weren’t
helping the cause. Commissioner Dunn said he would check out the complaint process
out.
Some discussion ensued about the increased night-time flights over last year, RMT
Site
#5’s increased noise, and B72’s and regional jets being more quiet than DC9’s. It
was
suggested that the Corridor Analysis be monitored.
A. January 2007 ANOM Technical Advisor’s Report
B. January 2007 ANOM Eagan/Mendota Heights Departure Corridor Analysis
C. N.O.I.S.E.
D. Airport Noise Report, January 12, 2006
E. Airport Noise Report, January 19, 2007
F. Airport Noise Report, January 26, 2007
G. Airport Noise Report Annual Index Summary
Other Commissioner Comments or Concerns
Airport Noise publications from February 9 (page 17) and February 16 were
referenced.
Vice Chair Stein reported that there are plans for a 380 double-decker airbus to go
into
Los Angeles and New York, though also noting its runway width problems.
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Commissioner Linnihan inquired about ARC meetings being televised in the future, and
the City Administrator stated Councilmember Sandra Krebsbach supported the idea.
Commissioner Lorberbaum said people had watched Planning Commission meetings.
Commissioner Ehrlich suggested that the meeting that Representative Hansen attends
be
televised.
Upcoming Meetings
• City Council Meeting – March 20, 2007 – 7:30 p.m.
• NOC Meeting – April 11, 2007 – 1:30 p.m.
• MAC Meeting – April 16, 2007 – 1:00 p.m.
Plan of Action will be discussed at April 11 ARC meeting.
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Adjourn
Commissioner Linnihan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Dunn, to adjourn the
meeting at 7:54 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Heintz
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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