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NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY
MINUTES
JUNE 30, 1997
CALL TO ORDER
The New Hanover County Airport Authority met in special session on Monday, June 30, 1997 at
New Hanover International Airport, 1740 Airport Boulevard, Wilmington, North Carolina.
Chairman Gregory called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m.and noted that the meeting
was called at the request of Mr. Ken Vojta, President of ISO Aero Service, Wilmington, North
Carolina for the purpose of discussing a lease for various parcels of land and/or buildings at the
Airport.
Authority members present were Paul Gregory, Al Roseman, Parks Griffin,John Coble and Shirley
McQueen. Also present were Ed Cox, Acting Airport Director and Winfield Smith, Business
Manager/Finance Officer.
' ISO AERO SERVICE
Mr. Vojta, President of ISO Aero Service introduced members of his staff to the Authority.
Chairman Gregory informed Mr. Vojta that his proposal had been reviewed by the Authority and
designated as Option A and Option B. Mr. Gregory read each option for Mr. Vojta's agreement as
follows:
Item I - Mr. Vojta requested 2,361 square feet of building
Item II - Mr. Vojta requested 29,036 square feet of ramp space;
Item III - 1,025 square feet of ramp for truck
Parking space for 20 cars as computed at 48' wide and 200' long
Option A - Item I,Option A is offered by the Airport Authority for the rate of$2,391 per
month for two years. Item II is offered at$484 per month. Item III is offered
at$17 per month for the ramp and$120 per month for parking. In addition,
the Authority is offering an extension of two years, if desired by Mr. Vojta.
This option must be exercised within 12 months. Rates would be as
applicable in connection with a CPI adjustment of the additional two years.
Option B - Mr.Gregory noted that ISO has requested a ground lease of 3,750 square feet
on which to build a modular building that would comply with airport
specifications and engineering. Additionally, Mr. Vojta requested 29,036
square feet of ramp space, 1,025 square feet of ramp for truck and parking
space for 20 cars. The ramp rate and parking rate are the same as in Option
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B.
Mr. Gregory informed Mr. Vojta that the Authority would offer Option B at
a total of$743 per month. Additionally, Mr. Gregory requested Mr. Vojta
respond to the Airport, no later than ten days from this date (July 10, 1997).
Mr. Vojta asked Chairman Gregory for a breakdown of the rate for the 2,361 square feet of building
space. Mr. Gregory responded that the present rate is inclusive of square 8$ per foot plus $1 to
cover expenses associated with the Airport's move from the maintenance building(which Mr. Vojta
intends to rent) to another modified facility.
Mr. Vojta inquired about the cost of the 29,036 square feet of ramp space. Mr. Gregory advised that
the cost for the rampspace was calculated at
$.20 per square foot.
Mr. Vojta asked about the rate for the 1,025 square feet of ramp for fuel truck parking. Chairman
Gregory advised that the rate on this parcel would also be calculated at$.20 per square foot.
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Additionally, Mr. Vojta inquired about the rate for the parking space for 20 cars and was informed
by Chairman Gregory that the rate would be$.15 per square foot.
Mr. Vojta inquired about the duration of Option B. Mr. Gregory advised that all option offers were
based on a two year contract with the additional option of a two year extension. This additional
option must be exercised within 12 months.
Mr. Vojta asked about a 20 year lease to amortize a building on the property. Mr. Gregory noted
that at present, FBO's could only lease on the West side for seven years. He stated that at the end
of seven years, the Airport, at its option, could request all FBO's be transferred to the East side.
Mr. Vojta inquired if the options were negotiable. Mr. Gregory informed Mr. Vojta that no
negotiations could be made until the 10 days grace period had expired.
A brief discussion was held with regard to the two options and rates.
Air Wilmington Lease
Mr.Coble MOVED, SECONDED by Mrs. McQueen to adopt the lease as presented to the Authority
from the Facilities Committee concerning the rebuilding of the hangar by Air Wilmington.
Mr. Griffin MOVED, SECONDED by Mrs. McQueen to amend the lease as presented to the
Authority from the Facilities Committee concerning the rebuilding of the hangar by Air Wilmington,
subject to the final approval by the Authority of design and location. Upon vote the MOTION WAS
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PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Closed Session
Mr. Coble MOVED, SECONDED by Mrs. McQueen to go into closed session for the discussion
of a personnel matter. Upon vote the MOTION WAS PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman
Gregory called the meeting to closed session at approximately 7:25 p.m.
Return to Regular Session
Mr. Coble MOVED, SECONDED by Mrs. McQueen to go back into regular session. Upon vote
the MOTION WAS PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Gregory returned the meeting to regular
session at approximately 7:35 p.m. and noted that no action was taken. x'
Mr. Vojta advised that Option B as offered appeared to be in the best interest of the Authority as
well as ISO Aero. Mr. Vojta further indicated that he would accept the offer tonight.
Dr.Roseman MOVED,SECONDED by Mr. Coble,that on the general conditions presented to ISO
Aero Service of Wilmington,this day,be accepted as presented with 10 days for fine tuning period,
subject to final approval by the Airport's attorney and the Authority. Upon vote, the MOTION
WAS APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, Dr. Roseman MOVED, SECONDED by
Mr. Coble to adjourned. Chairman Gregory adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m.
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted:
Janie James
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Edwin R. Cox, Jr. Secretary