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Meeting Minutes 
Airport Commission  
Regular Meeting 
June 08, 2022, | 6:30 p.m. 
Chandler City Hall  
2nd Floor, Training Room B 
175 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler, AZ 
 
 
Call to Order 
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Hawley at 7:55 p.m. 
 
Roll Call 
Commission Attendance  
 
 
 
Staff Attendance 
Chairman Christopher Hawley  
 
 
Ryan Reeves, Airport Manager 
Vice Chairman Charles McCorkle 
 
 
Chris Andres, Airport Planning Administrator 
Commissioner Robert Bozelli 
 
 
 
Diana Alonzo, Management Assistant 
Commissioner Chad Wakefield 
Commissioner Leo Jurgens 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Absent 
Commissioner Leo Jurgens 
Commissioner David Sperling 
 
 
Others in Attendance 
 
Scheduled and Unscheduled Public Appearances 
CHAIRMAN HAWLEY asked if there were any members of the public that would like to address the 
committee on any items not on the agenda. 
None. 
 
Approval of Minutes and Discussion 
 
1.  
May 11, 2022, Study Session Meeting Minutes  
Move Airport Commission to approve the Study Session Minutes of Wednesday, May 11, 
2022.

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2.        May 11, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes  
Move Airport Commission to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of Wednesday, May 11, 
2022 
 
Consent Agenda Motion and Vote 
It was moved by COMMISSIONER WAKEFIELD and seconded by VICE CHAIRMAN MCCORKLE to 
approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of the April 13, 2022.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
It was moved by VICE CHAIRMAN MCCORKLE and Seconded by COMMISSIONER WAKEFIELD to 
approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of the April 13, 2022.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
Adopt Bylaws 
 
3. COMMISSIONER WAKEFIELD MOTIONED to Approve and Adopt the Amended Chandler Airport 
Commission Bylaws. It was Seconded by VICE CHAIRMAN MCCORKLE.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
 
VICE CHAIRMAN MCCORKLE MOTIONED to approve adding NPIAS (National Plan of Integrated 
Airport Systems) to Article II, Section 3 G. The motion was Seconded by COMMISSIONER JURGENS.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
 
COMMISSIONER WAKEFIELD MOTIONED to accept the grammatical format to Article II, Section 3 
I. The motion was Seconded by COMMISSIONER JURGENS.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
COMMISSIONER JURGENS MOTIONED to update to the current year on the header of the Bylaws.  
The motion was Seconded by COMMISSIONER WAKEFIELD. 
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0).

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VICE CHAIRMAN MCCORKLE MOTIONED to strike the last two (2) sentences from Article IV 
Meetings, Section 2, Study Session Meetings. The motion was Seconded by COMMISSIONER 
BOZELLI.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
COMMISSIONER JURGENS MOTIONED to replace Telephone with Electronically to Section 6, C., 
Attendance. The motion was Seconded by VICE CHAIR MCCORKLE.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
VICE CHAIR MCCORKLE MOTIONED to change whom to who on Section 6 Conduct of Meetings, D. 
Agenda Order. The motion was seconded by COMMISSIONER JURGENS. 
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
COMMISSIONER WAKEFIELD MOTIONED to update Section 6 Conduct of Meetings, G. Public 
Comment for Chandler residents to only state whether they reside in Chandler or not. The motion 
was seconded by VICE CHAIR MCCORKLE.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
COMMISSIONER WAKEFIELD MOTIONED to remove Unless otherwise inconsistent with these bylaws 
and include Robert’s Rules of Orders shall be followed under Section 6, K. Procedure. The motion 
was seconded by VICE CHAIR MCCORKLE.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
VICE CHAIR MCCORKLE MOTIONED to change Administrator to Manager under Section 7, Records, 
A and B. The motion was seconded by COMMISSIONER JURGENS. 
 
Motion carried unanimously (5-0). 
 
 
Briefing 
 
4. Monthly Noise Report  
 
MR. REEVES gave an overview of the monthly noise report for April 2022.

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In May 2022, six (6) households made seven (7) reports.  Four (4) households reported noise in 
the traffic pattern.  One (1) household reported low-flying aircraft.  One (1) household reported 
aircraft in the traffic pattern.  Two (2) of the complaints did not specify the type of fixed-wing 
aircraft and are categorized as unknown regarding the type of propulsion.  Staff confirmed aircraft 
reported were at or above normal approach and departure altitudes as verified through flight 
tracking software and air traffic control.  Two (2) households were first-time contacts. 
 
COMMISSIONER JURGENS asked about the nature of the calls that the airport received. 
 
MR. REEVES responded that the calls are split between noise, low-flying aircraft, increase in the 
traffic pattern, and other reports. “Other” is anything that does not refer to any of the listed 
categories. Most of the calls are noise related, but the second highest complaint is for low-flying 
as the perceived altitude is considered by the residents as too low. The calls being reported are 
used as an opportunity to educate the public.  
 
CHAIRMAN HAWLEY asked if the two (2) first-time caller households were located in Maricopa. 
 
MR. REEVES stated that one household did not have a Maricopa phone number. Staff believes the 
calls came from a Chandler or a Gilbert resident based upon the traffic they described. 
 
COMMISSIONER WAKEFIELD asked if staff has seen any changes with the housing developments 
maturing and by educating the public. 
 
MR. REEVES responded, yes. Staff has spent a lot of time speaking to residents. As developments 
mature across the industry you see a decline. When housing development experiences a lot of 
turnovers, there is a rise in calls.   
 
 
5. Monthly Operations Report  
 
MR. REEVES gave an overview of the Monthly Operations Report for the month of May 2022 with 
17,377 operations for the month and stated that operations are down by 2,500 this month as 
compared to last year. This is a trend that he cannot explain and will need more data to 
understand. May 2021 had a total of 19,934 operations. CHD is currently ranked as 45th in the 
nation and 15th in the GA rankings. The total 12-month operations for May 2021 were 215,851 
while for May 2022, the total number of operations are 211,667. 
 
VICE CHAIRMAN MCCORKLE asked if it was possible to include the IFR total and the average fuel 
prices for each month. 
 
MR. REEVES responded that it might be difficult.

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VICE CHAIRMAN MCCORKLE asked if the fuel prices for Chandler be included as well as the average 
temperature. 
 
MR. REEVES responded that he would look into it. 
 
CHAIRMAN HAWLEY asked about the process for raising fuel prices. 
 
MR. REEVES responded that the Airport has an equation that takes into consideration the 
overhead cost, as well as the industry regional cost and built-in product cost. Staff researches the 
average spread across a multi-year period of pricing variation in avgas. An $0.80 margin on top of 
the cost of fuel is maintained as a minimum. There is an allowance built into the pricing structure 
in the fee schedule to obtain permission from the City Manager to lower the price below the $0.80 
margin to avoid what is known as stranded or inverted inventory. 
 
CHAIRMAN HAWLEY asked about the fuel tank’s capacity. 
 
MR. REEVES responded 12,000 gallons and that it is an underground tank.    
 
6. Monthly Origins and Destinations Report  
The data provided documents the “Top 20” filed IFR Flightplans for corporate operators into and 
from the Chandler Municipal Airport in May 2022.  These flights represent business travel utilizing 
CHD; 252 such flights took place in May 2022.  There were two repositioning flights of note, 
representing 1,336 gallons of fuel.  All flights to and from CHD represent 35,350 gallons of fuel 
burn enroute. 
 
 
7. Monthly Construction Report 
 
MR. ANDRES gave an overview of the Construction Report. 
 
Design Projects: 
 
The Wildlife Hazard Perimeter Fence:  The environmental design phase is underway. The 
environmental documentation has been submitted to ADOT.  The plan is for the project to go out 
for bid in November. This project has 100% funding from ADOT.  
Arizona Pavement Management System: The grant was approved by City Council on April 28th. The 
field visit is scheduled for June 13th. This is a 90% ADOT-funded project at $617,574 with a City 
match of $61,758. ADOT is handling the contractor procurement.   
Projects- Construction Phase:

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Terminal Plumbing Renovation: The construction is underway with mainline work and internal 
plumbing. The completion date is planned for the end of June. This is a City-funded construction 
project at $115,771. 
 
Heliport Lighting Replacement: Staff is waiting on a kick-off meeting date. This will change the light 
poles to ground mounted lighting, as well as an upgrade to the wiring. This is a City-funded project 
at $115,771 for construction.  
 
CHAIRMAN HAWLEY asked what area the pavement project would cover.  
 
MR. ANDRES responded that it would cover the north runway, Taxiways A and B and the major 
taxi lane south of the hangars. 
 
Calendar 
The next regular Airport Commission meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at 6:30   
p.m., in the Chandler Airport Terminal, 2380 S. Stinson Way. 
 
Information Items 
 
MR. REEVES shared that the Capital Improvement Projects were presented and approved. The FAA 
and ADOT require a 5-year plan.  
 
Staff is looking to upgrade the north runway lights to LED lights. 
 
There has been a tractor on order since July of 2021 and due to supply issues, the delivery has 
been delayed. It appears that the tractor will be delivered next month. The operations staff has 
been doing an excellent job in keeping up with the maintenance of the infield by utilizing the 
equipment available to them. 
 
Staff is in the final negotiation stages for the former Venture building lease. MR. REEVES just 
reviewed the final draft. 
 
Scott Rinkenberger is the new Airport Operations Administrator and will be at the next Airport 
Commission. 
 
CHAIRMAN HAWLEY stated that in the bylaws a change was made to change Administrator to 
Manager, asked if there was a difference between the two titles in hierarchy.

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MR. REEVES stated that within the City there was a difference in hierarchy. The Administrator will 
report directly to the Manager. 
 
 
Member Comments/Announcements 
 
CHAIRMAN HAWLEY welcomed COMMISSIONER JURGENS to the Commission asked him to 
introduce himself. 
 
COMMISSIONER JURGENS introduced himself to the Commission and stated that he was very 
happy to be part of the Commission.  
 
VICE CHAIRMAN MCCORKLE welcomed COMMISSIONER JURGENS to the Commission. 
 
Adjourn 
The meeting was adjourned at 8:03 p.m. 
 
 
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Ryan Reeves, Secretary                                                  Christopher Hawley, Chairman