01/08/2019 - Airport Relations CommissionMINUTES OF THE EAGAN
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MEETING
JANUARY 8, 2019
A meeting of the Eagan Airport Relations Commission was held on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.
Those present were Charles Thorkildson, Michael Johnson, Debra Dulligner, Jeff Spartz, Theresa Hughes,
Philippe Girard, Joseph Axmacher and Assistant City Administrator Miller. Dan Johnson was absent.
AGENDA
Commissioner Johnson moved, Commissioner Axmacher seconded a motion to approve the agenda as
presented. All members voted in favor.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Johnson moved, Commissioner Spartz seconded a motion to approve the minutes of
November 13, 2018. All members voted in favor.
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
There were no visitors to be heard.
PRESENTATIONS
Ken Cox, Larson Davis
Assistant City Administrator Miller introduced Ken Cox of Larson Davis, an electrical engineer with more
than 30 years’ experience designing and managing products used in the worker safety and acoustic
measurement industries. Mr. Cox gave a presentation and spoke to the science behind how noise is
perceived.
OLD BUSINESS
MAC Monthly Reports
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the printout of the MAC monthly reports for November 2018
were provided. The December reports were provided electronically as they were posted after the packet
was provided to commissioners.
The Commission discussed the monthly reports.
Dana Nelson, Manager of the MAC Strategy & Strategy & Stakeholder Engagement Division, responded
to questions from the Commission.
NEW BUSINESS
Review Mobile Noise Monitor Proposed Locations
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the outline of the 2019 Eagan Mobile Monitoring Study was
provided. The two sites proposed as locations for the mobile monitors are Thomas Lake Park and
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Mueller Farm Park. The data collection is proposed to take place May 1-5, 2019 (two consecutive
weeks).
Ms. Nelson gave a presentation and spoke to why they are suggesting these two parks as the locations
of choice.
Commissioners dialogued with Ms. Nelson about the proposed study.
Ted Gladhill, 1153 Blue Heron Court, asked several questions regarding the mobile monitors.
Susan Kunelius, 1238 Morning Dove Court, asked about the location of the mobile monitor at Mueller
Farm Park mobile monitor. She suggested O’Leary Park as a possible location.
Barb Webb, 3893 Denmark Avenue, asked about moving the mobile monitors to different locations after
two weeks to collect more data.
After further discussion, Commissioner Johnson moved, Commissioner Axmacher seconded a motion to
stay with Mueller Farm Park and Thomas Lake as the mobile monitor locations. All members voted in
favor. There was consensus that O’Leary Park should be a backup site should Mueller Farm Park not be
viable.
Commissioner Johnson moved, Commissioner Spartz seconded a motion to continue the ARC meeting
for additional 15 minutes. All members voted in favor.
STAFF / COMMISSIONER REPORT
2018 Noise Oversight Committee Accomplishments
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted a summary of the 2018 accomplishments and 2019 Work Plan
of the MSP Noise Oversight Commission (NOC) were provided. Per Eagan’s request, an item was added
to the 2019 NOC Work Plan to conduct a Runway 17 analysis to evaluate departure operations and
heading trends. Miller noted the analysis will include a review of nighttime operations.
MAC’s Stakeholder Engagement Plan for the MSP 2040 Long Term Comprehensive Plan
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the MAC plans to embark on their 2040 Long Term
Comprehensive Plan (LTCP). Provided in the packet is the approach the MAC will take to engage the
community in that process.
Converging Runway Operations (CRO) Update
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted at the most recent NOC meeting, Sean Fortier, FAA District
Manager, provided an update on CRO. It was noted that the FAA is working on a long-term strategy to
mitigate CRO within the MSP footprint. The FAA will be determining the appropriate environmental
review that will be needed after any adjustments are made.
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Continuation of November ARC Meeting Conversation
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted at the request of the Commission, a continuation of
conversation from the November ARC meeting pertaining to community engagement be held. There
were several Commissioners not in attendance in November to offer their thoughts on how the
Commission, in accordance with the ARC Mission, can best work together with the community on efforts
to reduce aircraft noise. The Commission discussed their desire for ongoing engagement with residents.
Wall Street Journal Article
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted a Wall Street Journal article speaking to a new study that is
evaluating the impact on aircraft noise if planes depart at slower speeds. Miller shared the observations
of Dana Nelson, MAC Manager, pertaining to the study underway and the role the MAC has played in
provided flight track data for the study.
Community Connections
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the City is hosting Community Connections on Saturday, March
2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Eagan Community Center. The event is marketed towards new residents
as an opportunity to learn about programs and services in the City. The Commission agreed they wanted
to participate.
Assistant City Administrator Miller reminded the Commission the FAA tour will be scheduled in March,
per the work plan. Miller noted the City is currently accepting application to serve on one of the four
City Advisory commissions and Eagan-Inver Grove Heights Watershed Management Organization.
Applications are being accepted through March 21, 2019. All incumbents whose terms are expiring must
reapply.
ROUNDTABLE
There were no roundtable items.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Axmacher the meeting adjourned
at 8:52 p.m. All members voted in favor.
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