Deer Valley Pilots Association
Monthly Meeting Minutes – June 21, 2007
“The Minutes of the Monthly Meeting are subject to approval and/or change by the Board of Directors at the next monthly meeting.”
At 7:07 PM, Deer Valley Pilots Association (DVPA) President Ray Weigold called the June 2007 meeting to order in Pan Am Flight Academy Training Room “B”. Board members present: Vice President Michael T. McNally, Treasurer Doug Bronson, Jim Little, Ken Cada, Robert Thomas, Dan Tollman, Mike Berglund and Dee Grimm.
Directors Absent: Whitney White and Stan Watkins. Proxy was received from Stan Watkins.
Members in Attendance: Warren McIlvoy, Stu Tracy, Jim Kahn, Bill Woods, Lacy Parker, Ed Chauza, Dave Underwood, Jim Russell and Loretta Glenn. Associate Members: Angela Berglund and Myra Ridder.
Introductions/Meeting Format:
President Ray Weigold welcomed everyone to the meeting.
Treasurers Report / Minutes of the Meeting:
In preparation for this meeting, Mike McNally e-mailed copies of the May meeting minutes to each Director. Mike Berglund stated that there was an error on Page 3, Paragraph 2, Status of Directors. This error of substituting the name of Ray Weiglod in lieu of Al Wendler will be corrected for record. Mike Berglund moved to approve the minutes as corrected and Doug Bronson seconded the motion with the board voting unanimously to approve the minutes.
Treasurer Doug Bronson reviewed the financial report as of May 31, 2007. There was not a written copy of the report available at the meeting.
Membership:
There are a total of 376 members in good standing as of June 1, 2007. This is a membership increase of two (2) new members from the previous month. A current roster has been provided to each board member by Dan Tollman.
Old Business:
Quarterly Newsletter: Jim Little has again asked the membership to please provide news items and/or items of interest. He has had very few items submitted and would appreciate some input. Ray Weigold stated that he is seeking items from PanAm, Westwind, DVT Airport Manager Gary Mascaro and Dee Grimm.
New Business:
Phoenix Aviation Advisory Board (PAAB) Meeting June 21, 2007:
Ray Weigold asked Mike Berglund to summarize the proceedings of the meeting and he stated the following points:
- Art Rosen spoke for AOPA and pointed out several points that AOPA is not in agreement with.
- Dee Grimm spoke for EAA and expressed his disagreement with several items.
- Ray Weigold spoke in favor of the plan “as-presented” with all items inclusive of statements made
by Mr. Carl Newman of City of Phoenix Aviation Department. Ray Weigold pointed out his concern for funding.
- Cutter Aviation spoke in what Mike Berglund perceived as a disjointed presentation.
- The PAAB supported the plan unanimously for recommendation to the City Council
- The correspondence by Mr. Carl Newman which clarified the city’s commitment to GA at DVT was sent forward with the plan
Mike Berglund stated that it was the opinion of the PAAB that no hangars would be demolished for 5-years. Ed Chuaza noted that more expedient funding could advance that date.
Ray Weigold stated that he supported the position of both Art Rosen and Ed Chauza.
The PAAB will enter the requirement for construction of a 19th Avenue entrance when the approval of the plan is passed on to the City Council.
Ed Chauza stated that Thelda Williams is highly supportive of the construction of the 19th Avenue entrance and is working in favor of all DVT tenants.
It was noted that PAAB member Jeff Morrid expressed his appreciation to DVPA, AOPA, EAA, etc., in working together with the city on the proposed DVT Master Plan. (Action Item #1)
Partnership Meeting:
The June 20, 2007 meeting was cancelled.
Self –Serve Fuel:
Jim Little inquired as to the target date for completion of the facility:
- Bob Thomas stated that he understood that the review/permit process has been initiated.
- Ray Weigold stated that the facility owner would like to begin construction in mid-July 2007.
- Ed Chauza stated that commencement of construction would be based upon the issuance of the building permits. (Action Item #2)
New Officers:
Pursuant to the election conducted by the Board of Directors in Executive Session on June 9, 2007, Secretary Mike McNally was elected Vice President and board member Stan Watkins was elected Secretary. The election was necessitated by the resignation of Vice President Al Wendler. (Action Item #3)
Taxiway Construction:
Mike Berglund stated that the city may be required to widen the south “Charlie” taxiway in accordance with FAA regulations. This construction could eliminate the 1st row of north/south hangars. (Action Item #4)
Financial Plan:
Stan Watkins is leading a committee to prepare a DVPA Financial Plan. (Action Item #5)
Web Page Maintenance:
Jim Little stated that he is working with Webmaster Bob Buerker. Bob is currently out-of town and will return in the next week to resume work on the site. (Action Item #5)
SASO Committee:
Jim Russell stated that he has put together a presentation for Phoenix Aviation review. He reported that GYR Airport Manager Barney Helmick has stated that the following will be absolutely implemented:
- $1M General Liability Insurance required for work at all City of Phoenix airports
- $1M Vehicle Liability Insurance required for work at all City of Phoenix airports
- $500 annual fee assessed per mechanic for each individual City of Phoenix airport
Mike Berglund stated that the city has made a reasonable insurance request and pointed out that they have lowered their requirement from $3M. He also stated that, as in any business, the $500 onsite fee would be passed down to the client base.
Warren McIlvoy stated that the DVT Minimum Standard for mechanics is much better than SDL. Ed Chauza added that the DVT Minimum Standard is also much better than GEU.
Doug Bronson and Ed Chauza both stated that FFZ tenants are very concerned about proposed privatization of City of Mesa hangar/storage facilities.
Decision – Dee Grim made a motion that he would contact all board members this date and solicit suggestions in composing a letter to Mr. Helmick addressing this matter. He has required a 48-hour response period from the board members. The motion was seconded by Mike Berglund and approved by the board. (Action Item #7)
DVPA Blog Site:
Ray Weigold stated that Roger Smith has offered to maintain a blog site within the DVPA website. Roger was not in attendance and Jim Russell stated that Roger would commit to the management of site for 1-year.
Doug Bronson pointed out that the site is open to worldwide participation.
The topic has been tabled until next month meeting when/if Roger is in attendance. (Action Item #8)
General Discussion:
Ken Cada inquired as to the status of the new vehicle gates. There was no available information.
Warren McIlvoy stated that he visited the new control tower. There are four (4) new controller personnel onsite.
Dee Grimm stated that the DVT Tower Manager will notify DVPA when tours are available.
Jim Little inquired if the board of directors job matrix was complete. Ray informed him that it would be addressed in the executive session this evening.
Jim Little inquired if the annual picnic plans have been completed in committee. Ray informed him that it would be addressed in the executive session this evening.
Jim Little inquired if the upcoming Hospitality Hangar plans have been completed in committee. Ray informed him that it would be addressed in the executive session this evening.
Action Items:
- #1 – PAAB Meeting 21 June 2007
- #2 – Self-Serve Fuel
- #3 – New Officers
- #4 – Taxiway Construction
- #5 – Financial Plan
- #6 – Web Page Maintenance
- #7 – SASO Committee
- #8 – DVPA Blog Site
Meeting Adjourned:
Dee Grimm made a motion to adjourn and was seconded by Ken Cada with unanimous approval from the board. At 8:23 PM.
