03/14/2017 - Airport Relations Commission (2)MINUTES OF THE EAGAN
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MEETING
MARCH 14, 2017
A meeting of the Eagan Airport Relations Commission was held on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.
Those present were Charles Thorkildson, Carol Whisnant, Dan Johnson, James Waldhauser, Jeff Spartz,
and Assistant City Administrator Miller. Matthew Henderson, Philippe Girard and Julie Lambert were
absent.
The meeting was called to order by Chair Thorkildson.
AGENDA
Commissioner Whisnant moved, Commissioner Waldhauser seconded a motion to approve the agenda
as presented. All members voted in favor.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Johnson moved, Commissioner Waldhauser seconded a motion to approve the minutes
of November 9, 2016 meetings. 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 reviewed the MAC monthly reports for January 2017. Miller noted
also included in the packet were summary pages of the November/December 2016 operations at MSP
Airport. The Commission discussed the reports. Commissioner Thorkildson noted the report shows
interesting flight patterns for the monitor located near McKee Road, and suggested contacting the FAA
and the MAC to find out why.
FAA Adjusts Converging Runway Operations (CRO) Procedures
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted enclosed in the packet is an article the MAC published
regarding the changes made by the FAA to adjust CRO procedures. In summary, beginning in January
2017, the FAA is now able to simultaneously use two arrival departure windows, meaning that
controllers no longer need to alternate flights departing over Minneapolis and arriving over
Eagan/Bloomington as they were doing throughout 2016.
The Commission discussed the CRO procedures.
NEW BUSINESS
Next Generation and Stage V Committee Reports
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted as part of the 2016-2017 ARC Work Plan, the Commission
created two committees to focus on Next Generation and Stage V Aircraft. The intent is to always have
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this as a standing item and as information becomes available or committees have something to report
this would be the time to do so. Miller noted both groups should plan to provide an update at the May
meeting.
2040 Comprehensive Guide Plan / Aviation Chapter
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted the City of Eagan is in the process of updating its 2040
Comprehensive Guide Plan, which is used as a long term planning tool for the City. Included in the
packet is the section on Aviation.
The Commission discussed the comprehensive guide plan.
STAFF/COMMISSIONER REPORT
Debrief on Community Connections Event
Assistant City Administrator Miller thanked those from the Commission that helped at the Community
Connections event held on March 4, 2017. Miller noted the Commission is welcome to discuss the
experience and provide any feedback for improvements or adjustments for future events. The
Commission provided some feedback on the event.
Noise Oversight Committee (NOC) Interim Co-Chair Appointment
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted she has been appointed the Interim Co-Chair of the Noise
Oversight Committee through July, at which time the Communities will vote on a Chair person for the
next two years.
MAC Study: Steeper Glide Slope for Arrival Operations
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted at the January 18, 2017 NOC meeting, MAC staff presented
their findings on a study pertaining to steeper glide slopes for arrival operations. The results of the study
summarized in a memo.
The Commission discussed the study.
Noise Program Communication Enhancement Plans
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted at the January 18, 2017 NOC meeting, MAC staff presented
their efforts to enhance communication with the public. The MAC staff will be hosting Listening Sessions
which replace the previous “Quarterly Input Meetings” and focus on providing more opportunity for
two-way engagement between MAC staff and community members. Miller noted Eagan will be hosting
the April 19th Listening Session for the MAC at the Eagan Community Center at 6:00 p.m., it is open to
anyone.
Second Amendment to Consent Decree Finalized
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted this is the settlement that was reached in the noise mitigation
lawsuit back in 2007. A Second Amendment has been approved to the Consent Decree and has been
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adopted by the State Court system. The second amendment clarifies the software to be used for airport
planning documents and federal environmental review. Additionally, the amendment provides an
opportunity for residents who previously opted out of the mitigation program to opt back in if they now
qualify for the 5dB mitigation package.
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. Applications are being accepted through Friday, March 24, 2017. All
incumbents whose terms are expiring must reapply, but have the option of not being formally
interviewed by the Council.
FAA Tour of Minneapolis Center (Farmington)
Assistant City Administrator Miller noted back in January the FAA cancelled the Commission’s tour due
to inclement weather. Efforts are being made to reschedule the tour for July 11, 2017.
ROUNDTABLE
There were no roundtable items.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion by Whisnant, seconded by Johnson, the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. All members
voted in favor.
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