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NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY
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JULY 91997
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CALL TO ORDER
The New Hanover County Airport Authority met on Wednesday,July 9, 1997 at New Hanover International
Airport, 1740 Airport Boulevard,Wilmington,North Carolina. Vice Chairman Roseman called the meeting
to order at 4:04 p.m.
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Authority members present were Al Roseman, Parks Griffin, John Coble, Carter Lambeth and E. L.
t Mathews, Jr. Also present were Wanda Copley, Airport Attorney; Ed Cox, Acting Airport Director;
} Winfield Smith, Business Manager/Finance Officer and Janie James, Administrative Assistant.
OATH OF OFFICE
Chief District Court Judge, John Smith, administered the Oath of Office to Carter Lambeth and E. L.
Mathews, Jr.
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ELECTION OF OFFICERS
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Dr. Roseman noted that the first order of business was to elect officers for fiscal year 1997 and asked for
's nominations for the position of Chairman of the Authority.
Mr. Lambeth nominated Dr. Roseman for the position of Chairman. Mr. Griffin SECONDED the
nomination. There were no other nominations from the floor. On voice vote, Dr. Roseman was
unanimously elected to serve as Chairman.
Dr.Roseman thanked the Authority for electing him as Chairman and stated that he would do his best with
tthe support of all members. He next opened the floor for nominations for the position of Vice Chairman. '
Mr. Mathews nominated Mr. Griffin for the position of Vice Chairman. Mr. Coble SECONDED the
nomination. There were no other nominations from the floor. On voice vote,Mr. Griffin was unanimously
elected to serve as Vice Chairman.
1 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
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Chairman Roseman appointed the following committees:
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Development and Public Relations - Parks L. Griffin, Chairman
— John M. Coble
Finance - John M. Coble, Chairman
— Carter T. Lambeth
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Human Resources and Public Safety - Carter T. Lambeth, Chairman
— I. A. Roseman
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Facilities and Equipment - I. A. Roseman, Chairman
— E. L. Mathews, Jr.
Government - E. L. Mathews, Jr., Chairman
— Parks L. Griffin
Mr. Griffin MOVED, SECONDED by Mr. Lambeth to approve the committee appointments as presented.
Upon vote, the MOTION WAS APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Coble noted that on page 597 of the June 30, 1997 minutes, the first paragraph under Air Wilmington
Lease should be amended as follows:
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. Upon vote the
MOTION WAS PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
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Chairman Roseman noted that on page 596 of the June 30 minutes, Option A should be amended to include
the building,plus Item H and Item III for a total of$2,391 per month for two years. Additionally, he noted
that Option B should be$743 and would also include Items II and III.
} Dr. Roseman also advised that paragraph 5 on page 597 should be amended to read as follows:
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 of execution of lease.
Mr. Coble MOVED, SECONDED by Mr. Griffin to approve the minutes of the June 11, 1997 and June 30,
1997 meetings as amended above. Upon vote the MOTION WAS PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
ITEMS BY THE PUBLIC
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There were no comments from persons attending the meeting.
AUTHORITY REPORTS
DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING
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( International Activity- Dr. Roseman noted that 45 aircraft and 226 people were cleared by U.S. Customs
in June. He commented that international activity continues to increase and shows a 24%increase in aircraft
cleared and a 29% increase in persons cleared year-to-date over 1996.
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Air Show-Dr. Roseman advised that the Air Show Committee had met earlier that afternoon and reported
that it was the Committee's decision to postpone the Air Show until 1999. He noted that Mr. Coble had
agreed to chair the Air Show and would be forming committees in the near future.
BUDGET & FINANCE
Cash Position and PFC Report - Mr. Griffin reported that the reconciled cash position for June as
prepared by staff showed an unreserved balance at the end of the month of$2,055,170.15 after receipts of
$309,290.68 and disbursements of$311,284.29.
Mr. Griffin also noted that a copy of the PFC monthly status report for June had been attached to the agenda
and showed a balance at the end of the month of$412,173.49.
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PERSONNEL
Personnel Status Report - Chairman Roseman presented a 10 year service award pin to Pete Clark and
thanked him for his years of dedication and service to the Airport.
Mr. Clark was afforded the opportunity to comment on his years of service with the Airport and stated that
he loved the Airport, and hoped that the Authority would keep an open dialogue with the Airport's
employees.
Chairman Roseman introduced and welcomed James Lewis, the Airport's newest Maintenance employee, � g
to the Authority.
FACILITIES
Existing Project Status- Dr. Roseman noted that a copy of the current projects status report for July had
been attached to the agenda.
Mr. Lambeth MOVED, SECONDED by Mr. Mathews to enter into and agreement with the Hertz
Corporation for a Service Center Area, subject to final review of Legal Counsel. Upon vote the MOTION
WAS PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
GOVERNMENTAL LIAISON
Senate Bill 453 - Mr. Coble advised that Senate Bill 453 is still under consideration in the General
Assembly.
FAA's Visit-Mr. Coble noted that he would meet with Mr. Terry Washington, the Airport's FAA Southern
Region representative, the next day.
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DIRECTOR'S COMMENTS
Mr. Cox noted that the Airport was pleased to announce that the Civil Air Patrol Cadets would be utilizing
the Training Center for meeting purpose twice each month. He stated that the first of such meetings would
be held on the next day.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other business to come before the board, Chairman Roseman adjourned the meeting at 4:25
p.m.
Prepared by: Respectfully Submitted:
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Janie James
Edwin R. ox,Jr.
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