HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES - 12072010 - C.35RECOMMENDATION(S):
Receive 2010 Annual Report submitted by the Aviation Advisory Commitee.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
BACKGROUND:
On June 18, 2002, the Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 2002/377, which
requires that each regular and ongoing board, commission, or committee shall annually
report to the Board of Supervisors on its activities, accomplishments, membership
attendance, required training/certification (if any), and proposed work plan or objectives for
the following year, on the second Tuesday in December.
The attached report fulfills this requirement for the Aviation Advisory Committee.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
None
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 12/07/2010 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:Gayle B. Uilkema, District II
Supervisor
Mary N. Piepho, District III
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
ABSENT:John Gioia, District I
Supervisor
Contact: Keith Freitas, (925)
646-5722
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: December 7, 2010
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C.35
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Keith Freitas, Airports Director
Date:December 7, 2010
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:2010 Report from Board Advisory Body
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
Not Applicable
ATTACHMENTS
2010 AAC Annual Report
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY AVIATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2010 ANNUAL REPORT
Advisory Body Meeting Time/Location: 12:00 P.M. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Buchanan Field or
Byron Airport
Advisory Body Chair: Tom Weber
Staff Person(s): Keith Freitas/Beth Lee
I. Activities
A. On a monthly basis the AAC reviews the airports’ noise statistics to identify problem areas and
recommend corrective actions
B. On a monthly basis the AAC reviews and monitors airport development projects providing specific
input and insuring community involvement
C. On a quarterly basis the AAC reviews the airports’ budget forecasts and performance
D. On an annual basis the AAC reviews and provides specific input to the Part 150 noise mitigation
recommendations
E. On an annual basis the AAC recognizes airport tenants and stakeholders for their contributions to
and involvement with the airports
F. The AAC provides regular input to the Airport Director and to the Board of Supervisors on issues
affecting the county’s airports
G. AAC members participate in a number of community outreach efforts including the Community-
Buchanan Airport Partnership program
II. Accomplishments
A. Continued to enhance the role of the AAC as a key part of the process to address virtually any
airport matter: The AAC is now proactively positioned as the entry point for public input, whereby it
can respond to such input and make recommendations to the Airport Committee and/or the Board
of Supervisors as needed
B. Obtained approval for new bylaws that insure continuity with county policies and that provide a
more stable membership for the AAC
C. Proactively assisted in filling several AAC positions with new members who bring unique skills and
background
D. Worked with Airport Staff in the development and approval of new policies for Air Shows and Open
Houses
E. Worked with the Airport Director to draft and gain approval for a new budget reserve policy
F. In conjunction with the Airport Staff closely monitored expenses and revenues to maximize available
funding for pending projects and the airport reserve fund
G. Reviewed Airport Staff analysis of noise complaints received through September 2010. While the 98
complaints received is an increase over the 83 complaints received during the same period in 2009,
it remains well below historical averages. The analysis showed that the majority of the increase is
from aircraft operations not originating or terminating at Buchanan or Byron airports.
H. Actively participated in the review of the proposed Mariposa Energy Plant near Byron Airport
I. Actively worked with Airport Staff on new Part 139 regulations and their operational and financial
impact
J. Helped sponsor “Buchanan for Kids”, a grass roots effort which obtained a First 5 grant to further
enhance the Buchanan Field public observation area by installing new aviation-oriented playground
equipment
K. Through the Tenant Recognition Program, publicly recognized Pacific States Aviation for their heroic
efforts to assist a crime victim
III. Attendance/Representation
A. AAC is composed of 11 members representing each of the supervisorial districts, the cities of
Concord and Pleasant Hill, Diablo Valley College, the Airport Business Association and two at-large
positions
B. Three new strong members were added to replace the members from Pleasant Hill, Concord and
District 5
C. The position representing District 1 will likely be filled by year’s end bringing the AAC to full
membership for the first time in many years
D. Quorums are achieved at all meetings with good participation from all members
E. The AAC is a diverse group of aviation professionals, retired executives, consultants and educators.
There is a balanced mix of pilots and non-pilots.
IV. Training/Certification
A. Committee members have attended county level training for advisory committee’s members
B. Several committee members are also involved in other county and city advisory bodies, committees
and commissions.
V. Proposed Work Plan Objectives for Next Year
A. Continue to be the front door to the public on any airport matter offer ing options for resolution and
making recommendations as appropriate
B. Continue rigorous reviews of airport development projects
C. Continue rigorous reviews of airport financials
D. Work with Airport Director to implement the Airport Budget Reserve Policy
E. Conduct continuing reviews of Part 139 Certification requirements along with the associated
expenses and make recommendations accordingly
F. Continue to participate in the review and recommendations relative to the proposed development
plans for Mariposa Energy Plant near Byron Airport
G. Continue to monitor and recommend actions relative to implementation of the Master Plan
H. Monitor Naval Weapons Station development plans and potential aviation impacts
I. Continue to review security at both airports
J. Provide input on the prioritization for the implementation of the Part 150 noise mitigation
recommendations
K. Continue to pursue improvements to the public observations area
L. Continue to pursue community outreach efforts