Present:
Board Members: Kirk
Olson, Bart Olson, Joan Weiss, Al Checky, Ed Miller,
Roger Thistle, Steve Troestler
Others: Dennis Kirch
President Kirk Olson called
the meeting to order at 7:00 PM
Motion to approve the April
18, 2001 minutes by Bart Olson. Seconded by Thistle. Approved.
Motion to adopt agenda by
Thistle. Seconded by Troestler. Approved.
Accountant's Reports:
(Treasurer's Report, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable)
Only (1) accounts payable from Merrimac Communications for copies, postage,
etc. $18.26
Motion to approve 'Accountant's Reports' by Miller.
Seconded by Thistle. Approved.
Communications: None
Snowplow Damage to Runway:
Roger Thistle reported that certain areas by the edge of the runway need to
be filled with dirt. We have a pile of dirt available. Suggestions were made
about an 'airport cleanup day' but it was felt that it would be hard to
organize. Motion by Miller to have Roger Thistle repair the damage,
estimating a 2 hour job or between $80-$160 and if expense did not exceed
that figure then proceed. Seconded by Troestler. Approved.
Mowing: Al Checky offered
his equipment for mowing. There were some concerns about liability.
President Olson wanted to go on record stating that he believed
"volunteer" duties can sometimes lead to later problems when
members feel that have contributed more than others or may want payment for
services rendered. A motion was made by Troestler that we use Al Checky's
equipment; only pay for the gas and as agreed upon with Mr. Checky, not be
responsible for any damage or repairs to the equipment. Mowing would be done
on a strictly volunteer basis by only hangar owners and this should be
understood by anyone taking on the job. Under no circumstance would payment
be rendered for this work. Seconded by Weiss. Approved.
Mowing Update: Bart Olson's
office conferred with the insurance company and they did not see a problem
with liability coverage as long as it was understood that it was not a paid
job but volunteer work only and no one under the age of 25 or without an
ownership or interest in the airport be allowed to mow; the danger of
navigating on or near the runway should be emphasized to the volunteer.
Olson Airport Proposal:
Documentation was presented by Bart Olson with figures on government funding
for the airport. Anyone wishing a copy of this information please contact
Bart Olson's office at 608-493-9470 or visit www.saukprairieairport.com.
Motion made by Weiss to support plan for airport development. Seconded by
Miller. Approved.
Airport Web Page: Please
visit Sauk Prairie Airport Web Page at www.saukprairieairport.com which
includes: Proposal for the future of the SP Airport, hangar lot rental &
leasing, for sale/for rent/want ads; airport services and more. Note:
pilots, hangar owners or friends of the Airport may post for sale, want ads
or news items on the website by calling 493-9470, email: office@merr.com
or mail: PO Box 40, Merrimac, WI 53561.
Sympathies go out to the
family of Charlie Cox who passed away. Motion to purchase card by Weiss.
Seconded by B. Olson. Approved. Sympathy card will be located at Al Checky's
business for anyone to sign.
Milt Zech Memorial: The
stone is still waiting to be inscribed and the bench should arrive by the
end of May. Al Checky volunteered to cement the bench in place.
Other Business: Roger
Thistle has many concerns about the leased land adjoining the airport by Mr.
Ballweg. The extremely heavy pea combines and other equipment have been
crossing the runway. It was felt that an alternate route should be suggested
and a weight limit for the runway was needed. Farm equipment has been
observed by members turning around and infringing on the taxiway and parking
lot. President Olson suggested we send a letter to Mr. Ballweg with
alternate suggestions on access; making it clear that there is to be no
turning around on the runway and informing him that he would be responsible
for any damages that occurred to the airport property. It may be necessary
for the equipment to cross the runway to gain access. Joan Weiss stated that
there are town and state ordinances which forbid driving on airport runways.
Treasurer Bart Olson will compose and send letter to Mr. Ballweg.
President Olson asked if
there were any other business; as there was none a motion to adjourn was
made by Miller. Seconded by Thistle. Adjourned.
Next Meeting
June 20, 2001
Bart Olson, Sec.-Trea.