03/13/2018 - Airport Relations CommissionMINUTES OF THE EAGAN
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MEETING
MARCH 13, 2018
A meeting of the Eagan Airport Relations Commission was held on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
Those present were Charles Thorkildson, Carol Whisnant, Joseph Axmacher, Michael Johnson, Dan
Johnson, Jeff Spartz and Assistant City Administrator Miller. Philippe Girard and Debra Dulligner were
absent.
The meeting was called to order by Chair Thorkildson.
AGENDA
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the addition of two items under Staff Update: a Community
Connections recap as well as reminder about the advisory commission applications.
Commissioner Johnson moved, Commissioner Whisnant seconded a motion to approve the agenda as
amended. All members voted in favor.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Whisnant moved, Commissioner Johnson seconded a motion to approve the minutes of
January 9, 2018. All members voted in favor.
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
There were no visitors to be heard.
OLD BUSINESS
MAC Monthly Reports
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the printout of the MAC monthly reports for January 2018
were provided in the packet. The February reports came out last week and were provided electronically.
The commission provided feedback on the monthly reports. There was discussion about runway use.
Miller noted questions about the mixed use flow will added as an agenda item for the July 2018 ARC
meeting.
Request of MSP Fair Skies Coalition to the NOC
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the MSP Fair Skies Coalition came before the NOC at the
September 20, 2017 meeting. At the request of the City of Minneapolis, the item was continued to the
month of January in order to allow Fair Skies enough time to review the comments provided by MAC
staff in November in response to the requests. The NOC discussed Fair Skies’ request at the January 24
meeting. Action was taken by the NOC to establish a goal to be the first airport in the country to
mitigate out to the 60DNL by 2024. The NOC directed the formation of a committee of the NOC to
review the NOC’s bylaws as it relates to public participation. Miller noted recommendations from the
committee will come back to the March 21 NOC meeting.
Airport Relations Commission Minutes
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NEW BUSINESS
Next Generation and Stage V Updates
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted this is a standing agenda item to provide an opportunity to
anyone on the Commission who may have updates or information to share regarding Next Generation
Aviation and/or Stage V aircraft.
Commissioner Johnson noted he recently received a presentation from the FAA out of recent Next Gen
update in Washington and will distribute it to the group and the Commission can decide if there are
slides that are appropriate for the community.
2017 Actual Annual Noise Contours
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the 2017 Metropolitan Airport Commission Actual Noise
Contours have been released and show there has been an impact to Eagan. Per the requirement of the
2007 consent decree pertaining to noise mitigation, the Metropolitan Airports Commission produces an
actual 60 DNL noise contour. Miller noted it shows changes year over year compared to the forecasted
contours that are included in communities’ Comprehensive Guide Plans. For the first time since the
consent decree was adopted, the contours have grown over NE Eagan. The growth in 2017 is due
primarily to arrivals on Runway 30L during the overnight hours. Miller noted that homes must be
included in the actual contours for three consecutive years before being eligible for mitigation.
Update on the FAA Center for Excellence and Transportation Research Board Initiatives
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted per the ARC’s 2017-2018 work plan, an update on the
initiatives of the FAA’s Center for Excellence and Transportation Research Board was provided in the
packet. The Commission members agreed to each identify 2-3 of the studies and report back on the
findings at the July ARC meeting.
STAFF / COMMISSIONER REPORT
May ARC Meeting
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted due to a special election scheduled by ISD 197 for May 8, by
law, the ARC is not able to conduct its meeting that evening. Arrangements have been made with the
MAC to reschedule the airport tour for the Eagan and Mendota Heights ARCs to Tuesday, May 22 at 6:00
p.m. at the MAC offices.
City Hall Remodel Update
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted beginning in May, Eagan City Hall and the Police Department
will be under construction as both buildings are remodeled. The ARC will be offsite for the May meeting.
Beginning with the July ARC meeting, commissioners will need to park upstairs and walk through City
Hall, using the elevator or stairs, to get to the Council Chambers. The first floor main entrance will be
closed while construction is underway on the Police garage, offices, and new front entrance for Police
and City Hall.
Airport Relations Commission Minutes
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Community Connection
Assistant City Administrator Miller thanked the commissioners who helped with Community
Connections held on Saturday, March 3. Approximately 1,200 residents attend. The event is marketed
towards new residents as an opportunity to learn about programs and services in the City.
Advisory Commission Appointment Process
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the City is currently accepting applications to serve on one of
the four City advisory commissions and the Eagan-Inver Grove Heights Watershed Management
Organization. Applications are being accepted through Friday, March 23, 2018. All incumbents whose
terms are expiring must reapply, but have the option of not being formally interviewed by the Council.
Miller thanked Carol Whisnant for her service on the Commission, as she has completed 10 years on the
ARC and therefore has reached her term limit. The Commission thanked Carol for her years of service.
ROUNDTABLE
There were no roundtable items.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion by Johnson, seconded by Spartz, the meeting adjourned at 7:36 p.m. All members voted
in favor.
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