Presentation and discussion regarding the airport development and ongoing planning projects. (Approximate time: 1.5 hours) Summary: Staff and aviation consultants will provide presentations on multipl

2.A
CITY OF BUCKEYE
Council Workshop Agenda
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: 2.A. AV - Airport
MEETING DATE: 11/03/26
Development and Planning Update
DATE PREPARED: 10/29/26 DISTRICT NO.: 1
STAFF LIAISON: Scott Gray, Aviation Director, sgray@buckeyeaz.gov, (602) 349-
6885
DEPARTMENT: Buckeye Municipal
AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Workshop Item
Airport
TIME NEEDED: 1.5 Hours
ACTION/MOTION: (This language identifies the formal motion to be made by the Council)
Presentation and discussion regarding the airport development and ongoing planning projects.
(Approximate time: 1.5 hours)
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES FOR THE STRATEGIC PLAN FOCUS AREAS:
Economic Growth
SUMMARY
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Buckeye Municipal Airport (BXK) is a key regional economic asset positioned for long-term growth.
Multiple coordinated planning efforts are underway to support its development, infrastructure readiness,
and economic potential. While each is independent, they are all strategically linked to support one
another. These four major studies form the roadmap for BXK:
Airport Long-Range Concept (ALRC): This plan being performed by Coffman Associates/KSA
establishes the Airport Long-Range Concept (ALRC) and evaluates long-term development
options/impacts, airspace, noise contours, and provides for stakeholder outreach. The consultant
has conducted a review of historical and existing data, determining development options/impacts
for further examination, and developed an evaluation matrix that was used during key stakeholder
meetings. During this Council workshop, the consultant will present the findings.
Airport Strategic Implementation Plan (ASIP): This plan being performed by Kimley Horn focuses
on required utilities to support the adopted Airport Master Plan (AMP) and the Airport Long Range
Concept (ALRC) as well as corresponding funding strategies and long-term financial planning.
Required utilities include water, wastewater, electricity and fiber. The consultant has completed the
inventory and recommendations phase and will provide the Council with the recommended utility
improvements phasing.
Airport Specific Area Plan (ASAP): This plan being performed by Logan Simpson is intended to
guide land use, development standards, and community engagement for the Airport Activity
Center identified within the City’s General Plan utilizing the results from the ALRC. The initial
Council Workshop was conducted in April and will be followed by significant stakeholder outreach,
including community meetings, stakeholder interviews, focus groups, and workshops with the P&Z
Commission and Council. Staff will provide that Council with an update on the progress completed
to date and the expected next steps.
Airport Marketing and Lead Generation (AMLG): The City contracted with Golden Shovel to
conduct marketing, sector targeting, and lead generation aligned with BXK’s AMP and ALRC

development visions. Significant stakeholder efforts have already been completed, including a
public survey, over 30 interviews, and more than 60 digital questionnaires. The consultant
prepared a draft report to identify aviation sectors that can be accommodated with various runway
lengths and market synergy. The consultant will present to the Council the efforts completed on
developing the Lead Generation Campaign.
BENEFITS:
The completion of these various planning efforts will be crucial in the advancement of BXK in serving
both the aviation community and the citizens of Buckeye into the foreseeable future. These studies will
create a systematic approach to attracting aviation related users to the airport and plan for the
infrastructure needs to support the long-term development.
FUTURE ACTION:
The Airport Long-Range Concept adoption action will be presented to Council at the November 17, 2026,
Council Meeting. The Airport Specific Area Plan is anticipated to be at a Council Workshop and for
Council action in early 2027.
FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT:
No financial impacts associated with reviewing Airport development and planning projects.
Items related to a project or facility location must include an attached vicinity map for Council
Review.
ATTACHMENTS:
Airport Development Plans Update - CC Workshop 11-3-26 Final.pdf