12/08/2009 - Airport Relations CommissionMINUTES OF THE EAGAN
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MEETING
DECEMBER 8, 2009
A regular meeting of the Eagan Airport Relations Commission was held on Tuesday, December
8, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. Those present were Curtis Aljets, Steve Beseke, James Casper, Dan Johnson,
Luke Olson, Chad Stambaugh, Chuck Thorkildson and Carol Whisnant. Also present was Assistant to
the City Administrator Miller.
AGENDA
Chair Thorkildson suggested reversing Old Business and New Business items, and to delete the
Communications Update which will be discussed at the January town hall meeting.
Whisnant made a motion to approve the agenda as modified. Beseke seconded the motion. All
members voted in favor.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Beseke made a motion to approve the minutes of the November 10, 2009 regular meeting of the
Eagan Airport Relations Commission. Johnson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor.
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
There were no visitors to be heard.
PRESENTATION / JOHN NELSON, MAC NOISE MITIGATION PROGRAM
Miller introduced John Nelson, Noise Mitigation Program Coordinator for the MAC, stating
that Mr. Nelson will provide an update to the Commission on the noise mitigation program that is
underway as a result of the legal settlement that occurred in 2007.
Mr. Nelson gave an overview of the noise mitigation program. He stated the MAC will hold
orientation meetings beginning in January 2010 for Eagan homeowners.
Mr. Nelson discussed Phase I, which is a 5 decibel reduction package modification. He stated
there are no eligible homes in Eagan in this phase. Mr. Nelson stated 453 homes were eligible for
Phase I and 400 homes participated in the program, with the average home costing $27,600.
Mr. Nelson discussed Phase 2A & 2B. He stated Phase 2A is central air conditioning plus
$4,177 to be applied toward additional mitigation. He noted the homeowner can personally contribute
up to $1,000. Mr. Nelson noted there are 2,833 eligible homes in Bloomington, Eagan, Richfield and
Minneapolis. He stated homeowner orientation began in January 2009 and this phase is scheduled to
be completed by December 2012.
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He further stated Phase 2b is for homes that already have air condition or do not want it.
Rather, they can receive $14,620 to be used for noise mitigation. He noted there are 2,515 eligible
homes in Bloomington, Eagan, Richfield and Minneapolis. Mr. Nelson stated construction will begin
January 2010 and completion is scheduled for December 2012.
Mr. Nelson discussed Phase 3, which is the area eligible for reimbursement. He stated
approximately 200 homes in Eagan are eligible for this phase. He stated Phase 4 is a multifamily
project for residents in the 60 — 64 DNL and is for air conditioning covers or air conditioning
installation.
There was discussion regarding the difference in the programs, participation, homeowner
contributions and reimbursements, and warranty on materials.
PLANS FOR JANUARY 12, 2010 ARC TOWN HALL MEETING
Miller introduced the item stating, per the request of the Commission, a town hall meeting has
been scheduled for January 12, 2010 and will be held at 7:00 p.m. at Cedar School in Eagan.
Miller stated it will cost approximately $500 for 900 postcards to be printed and mailed.
Casper made a motion asking the City Council to approve an expenditure of printing and
mailing notices to residents regarding an airport noise town hall meeting on January 12, 2010.
Stambaugh seconded the motion. All members voted in favor.
Whisnant made a motion to extend the meeting beyond 8:30 p.m. Casper seconded the
meeting. All members voted in favor.
The Commission discussed the focus of the January meeting and issues to be covered on the
airport noise survey. It was decided to include 5 to 7 questions with multiple choice answers and room
for comments on the survey.
MAC MONTHLY REPORTS — EAGAN /MENDOTA HEIGHTS CORRIDOR
ANALYSIS /TECHNICAL ADVISORY REPORT /17 -35 DEPARTURE ANALYSIS REPORT
Miller introduced the item stating the enclosed October 2009 Eagan/Mendota Heights Corridor
Analysis Report, the October 2009 Teclulical Advisory Report and the October 2009 Runway 17
Departure Analysis Report are the most current reports available on the MAC website.
Thorkildson discussed the corridor analysis report and the top 10 noise events noting the MD80
aircraft.
ROUNDTABLE
Thorkildson had positive comments on the joint meeting with the Airport Connnission from
Mendota Heights.
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ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion by Beselce, seconded by Whisnant, the meeting adjounied at 9:01 p.m. All
members voted in favor.
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