Public Meeting
England Economic & Industrial Development District
· 4:00 p.m. announced
England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303
Meeting documents
Commission Agenda – June 22, 2023 agenda
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MEETING NOTICE
FR: Sam Spurgeon, Chair, England Authority
The order of consecutive meetings will be as follows:
- ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE
- FINANCE COMMITTEE
- AUDIT COMMITTEE
- ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
- OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
- HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
- CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE
Adjournment of the first meeting will be immediately followed by the Call to O rder for the second meeting, and so forth. Agendas for all meetings follow.
The regular June monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners will be held immediately following Committee Meetings in the England Authority Board Room. An agenda for the Board meeting follows.
ENGLAND
AUTHORITY
Ralph Hennessy Executive Director
Commissioners:
RAPIDES PARISH
William Barron Dennis Frazier Sam Spurgeon
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA
COL Katrina Lloyd Patrick O’Quinn
CITY OF PINEVILLE
Robbyn Cooper
TOWNS
Richard Bushnell
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Charles S. Weems III Zeb Winstead
- A. CALL TO ORDER
- B. INVOCATION
- C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
ADMIN/LEGAL
June 22, 2023
Members: ZEB WINSTEAD, CHAIR; SAM SPURGEON, VICE-CHAIR William Barron, Richard Bushnell, Robbyn Cooper, Dennis Frazier, Colonel Katrina Lloyd, Patrick O’Quin, Charlie Weems
AGENDA
- Additions to agenda may be made by unanimous consent
Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
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THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
FINANCE COMMITTEE
June 22, 2023
Members: DENNIS FRAZIER, CHAIR; ZEB WINSTEAD, VICE-CHAIR William Barron, Richard Bushnell, Robbyn Cooper, Colonel Katrina Lloyd, Patrick O’Quin, Sam Spurgeon, Charlie Weems
AGENDA
- Additions to agenda may be made by unanimous consent
Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- To receive schedule of paid invoices for the month of May 2023. (Information Binder Index #2)
- Motion to adopt the Operating and Capital Budgets for the England Econom ic and Industrial Development District for Fiscal Year 2023 /2024; appropriating funds for the Operating and Capital Budget for the Fiscal Year 2023/20234; carrying over Capital Funds from prior Fiscal Year 202 2/2023 and other matters with respect thereto. (Information Binder Index #3)
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to renew general insurance program policies covering Airport/General Liability, Community Center/General Liability/Umbrella, Business Auto, Public Employee Dishonesty/Crime, Public Officials Liability/ Employment Practices Liability and Boiler and Machinery for the year 2023/2024. (Information Binder Index #4)
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to renew property insurance, upon receipt of updated quotes, for the year 2023/2024. (Information Binder Index #5)
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
AUDIT COMMITTEE
June 22,2023
Members: CHARLIE WEEMS, CHAIR; DENNIS FRAZIER, VICE-CHAIR William Barron, Richard Bushnell, Robbyn Cooper, Colonel Katrina Lloyd, Patrick O’Quin, Sam Spurgeon, Zeb Winstead
AGENDA
- Additions to agenda may be made by unanimous consent
Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion to adopt “Louisiana Audit Compliance Questionnaire” as required prior to year-end independent audit. (Information Binder Index #6)
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
June 22, 2023
Members: PATRICK O’QUIN, CHAIR; RICHARD BUSHNELL, VICE-CHAIR William Barron, Robbyn Cooper, Dennis Frazier, Colonel Katrina Lloyd, Sam Spurgeon, Charlie Weems, Zeb Winstead
AGENDA
- Additions to agenda may be made by unanimous consent
Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and the Louisiana State Fire Marshal for building #1707(Information Binder Index #7)
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
June 22, 2023
Members: ROBBYN COOPER, CHAIR; PATRICK O’QUIN, VICE-CHAIR William Barron, Richard Bushnell, Dennis Frazier, Colonel Katrina Lloyd, Sam Spurgeon, Charlie Weems, Zeb Winstead
AGENDA
- Additions to agenda may be made by unanimous consent
Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to renew contract with Rapides Parish Sheriff's Department for security at England Airpark from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. (Information Binder Index #8)
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
June 22, 2023
Members: RICHARD BUSHNELL, CHAIR; ROBBYN COOPER, VICE-CHAIR William Barron, Dennis Frazier, Colonel Katrina Lloyd, Patrick O’Quin, Sam Spurgeon, Charlie Weems, Zeb Winstead
AGENDA
- Additions to agenda may be made by unanimous consent
Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
CAPITAL PROJECT COMMITTEE
June 22, 2023
Members: WILLIAM BARRON, CHAIR; CHARLIE WEEMS, VICE-CHAIR Richard Bushnell, Robbyn Cooper, Dennis Frazier, Colonel Lloyd, Patrick O’Quin, Sam Spurgeon, Zeb Winstead
AGENDA
- Additions to agenda may be made by unanimous consent
Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.
- Motion authorizing Executive Director to execute Certificate of Substantial Completion for the South Apron Rehabilitation Project - Phase I. (Information Binder Index #9)
- To hear status from Scott Gammel on the following air side projects:
- a. Part 150 Noise Program ($77,224,000) g. North Ramp Wash Rack ($2.9 million)
- b. Runway 18/36 Extension ($18,000,000) h. South Ramp Rehab ($1.5 million)
- c. Airfield Electrical Rehab ($14,035,000) i. Terminal Security Upgrade
- d. Runway Safety Area Rehabilitation ($9,262,293) j. ATCT Radio Refurbishment
- e. Wildlife Safety Rehab Fencing ($3.4 million) k. Page and Ortego Historical Monument
- f. Master Plan ($675,000)
- To hear from David Broussard on the following land side projects:
- a. Multi- Family Housing c. Renewable Energy
- b. OakWing d. Parc England
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Sam Spurgeon, Chair Robbyn Cooper Zeb Winstead, Vice-Chair Dennis Frazier Charlie Weems, Secretary/Treasurer COL Katrina Lloyd William Barron Patrick O’Quin Richard Bushnell
REGULAR MEETING
June 22, 2023 England Authority Board Room AGENDA
- A. Call to Order
- B. Roll Call
- C. Public Comments or Questions
- D. Active Items
- Motion to approve minutes of May 25, 2023, regular session meeting and special meetings of May 22, 2023, and May 30, 2023. (Information Binder Index #1)
- Motion to adopt the Operating and Capital Budgets for the England Economic and I ndustrial Development District for Fiscal Year 2023 /2024; appropriating funds for the Operating and Capital Budget for the Fiscal Year 2023/2024; carrying over Capital Funds from prior Fiscal Year 2022 /2023 and other matters wi th respect thereto. (Information Binder Index #3)
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to renew general insurance program policies covering Airport/General Liability, Community Center/General Liability/Umbrella, Business Auto, Public Employee Dishonesty/Crime, Public Officials Liability/ Employment Practices Liability and Boiler and Machinery for the year 2023/2024. (Information Binder Index #4)
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to renew property insurance, upon receipt of updated quotes, for the year 2023/2024. (Information Binder Index #5)
- Motion to adopt “Louisiana Audit Compliance Questionnaire” as required prior to year-end independent audit. (Information Binder Index #6)
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and the Louisiana S tate Fire Marshal for building #1707. (Information Binder Index #7)
- Motion to authorize Executive Director to renew contract with Rapides Parish Sheriff's Department for security at England Airpark from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. (Information Binder Index #8)
- Motion authorizing Executive Director to execute Certificate of Substantial Completion for the South Apron Rehabilitation Project - Phase I. (Information Binder Index #9)
- Presentation by Michael Baker International on the final draft of the airport masterplan.
- CJT Bayou Cuisine discussion. (This matter may be taken up in Executive Session)
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
(By unanimous vote)
- E. Comments by Legal Counsel
- F. Comments or Questions by Commissioners
- G. Staff Report – 1) Financial
- Air Traffic
- Economic Development/Operations
- H. Public Comments or Questions
- I. Adjourn
Commission Minutes – June 22, 2023 minutes
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THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR SESSION June 22, 2023
--MINUTES Page 2 The England Economic and Industrial Development District met in Regular Session in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana, on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at 4:31 p.m.
Mr. Sam Spurgeon, Chair of the England Authority, requested a roll call.
Frazier, and Mr. Patrick O’Quin
Also present were members of the England Authority staff: Mr. Ralph Hennessy, Executive Director, Mr. David Broussard, Deputy Director-Landside; Mr. Scott Gammel, Director of Aviation, Ms. Summer Steiner, Director of Finance and Human Resources, and Mr. John Ryland, Legal Counsel.
The England Economic and Industrial Development District was duly convened as the governing authority of said District by Mr. Sam Spurgeon, Chair, who stated that the England Economic and Industrial Development District was ready for the transaction of business.
Chair Spurgeon asked i f there were any public comments or questions. Hearing none, Mr. Spurgeon proceeded with the action items.
MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF May 25, 2023 REGULAR SESSION MEETING AND SPECIAL MEETINGS OF MAY 22, 2023 AND MAY 30, 2023. Motion by Mr. Charlie Weems, second by Mr. Richard Bushnell to approve the minutes of May 25, 2023 Regular Session meeting and special meetings of May 22, 2023, and May 30, 2023. The Chair called for any comments from the board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried. 026-2023
MOTION TO TABLE MOTION TO ADOPT THE OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS FOR THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024; APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023/20234; CARRYING OVER CAPITAL FUNDS FROM PRIOR FISCAL YEAR 2022/2023 AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. Motion by Mr. Richard Bushnell, second by Mr. Patrick O’Quin to table Motion to adopt the Operating and Capital Budgets for the England Economic and Industrial Development District for Fiscal Year 2023/2024; appropriating funds for the Operating and Capital Budget for the Fiscal Year 2023/20234; carrying over Capital Funds from prior Fiscal Year 2022/2023 and other matters with respect thereto. The Chair called for any comments from the board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried.
MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO RENEW GENERAL INSURANCE PROGRAM POLICIES COVERING AIRPORT/GENERAL LIABILITY, COMMUNITY CENTER/GENERAL LIABILITY/UMBRELLA, BUSINESS AUTO, PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISHONESTY/CRIME, PUBLIC OFFICIALS LIABILITY/ EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES LIABILITY AND BOILER AND MACHINERY FOR THE YEAR 2023/2024.
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR SESSION June 22, 2023
--MINUTES Page 2 Motion by Mr. Dennis Frazier, second by Mr. Patrick O’Quin to authorize Executive Director to renew general insurance program policies covering Airport/General Liability, Community Center/General Liability/Umbrella, Business Auto, Public Employee Dishonesty/Crime, Public Officials Liability/ Employment Practices Liability and Boiler and Machinery for the year 2023/2024. The Chair called for any comments from the board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried. 027-2023
MOTION TO TABLE MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO RENEW PROPERTY INSURANCE, UPON RECEIPT OF UPDATED QUOTES, FOR THE YEAR 2023/2024 Motion by Mr. Richard Bushnell, second by Mr. Patrick O’Quin to Table Motion to authorize Executive Director to renew property insurance, upon receipt of updated quotes, for the year 2023/2024. The Chair called for any comments from the board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried.
MOTION TO ADOPT “LOUISIANA AUDIT COMPLIANCE QUESTIONNAIRE” AS REQUIRED PRIOR TO YEAR-END INDEPENDENT AUDIT. Motion by Mr. Dennis Frazier, second by Mr. Patrick O’Quin to adopt “Louisiana Audit Compliance Questionnaire” as required prior to year-end independent audit. The Chair called for any comments from the board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried. 028-2023
MOTION TO TABLE MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN EEIDD AND THE LOUISIANA STATE FIRE MARSHAL FOR BUILDING #1707. Motion by Mr. Richard Bushnell, second by Mr. Patrick O’Quin to Table Motion to authorize Executive Director to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and the Louisiana State Fire Marshal for building #1707. The Chair called for any comments from the board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried.
MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO RENEW CONTRACT WITH RAPIDES PARISH SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT FOR SECURITY AT ENGLAND AIRPARK FROM JULY 1, 2023 TO JUNE 30, Motion by Mr. Dennis Frazier, second by Mr. Patrick O’Quin to authorize Executive Director to renew contract with Rapides Parish Sheriff's Department for security at England Airpark from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. The Chair called for any comments from the board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried. 029-2023
MOTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION FOR THE SOUTH APRON REHABILITATION PROJECT - PHASE I Motion by Mr. Dennis Frazier, second by Mr. Patrick O’Quin authorizing Executive Director to execute Certificate of Substantial Completion for the South Apron Rehabilitation Project - Phase I. The Chair called for any comments from the board or public. There being none, a vote was called and motion carried. 030-
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR SESSION June 22, 2023
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Presentation by Michael Baker on the final draft of the airport masterplan.
CJT BAYOU CUISINE DISCUSSION.
Mr. John Ryland stated that there are no developments and that he is waiting on the client’s attorney to have an extension in writing.
- E. Comments by Legal Counsel – N/A
- F. Comments or Questions by Commissioners – N/A
- G. Staff Report – a). Financial: Ms. Steiner stated Revenue is up 2 % and expenses are 8.4% below budget.
b). Air Traffic: Have passengers but still have no equipment. Airline Service – Met with Allegiant, they move very slowly. Have a follow up meeting in August. ACE: Spoke with Southwest regarding a partnership with maintenance dept and CLTCC.
c). Economic Development/Operations: There were 93 service calls, 19 Commercial and 72 Residential, which is very common in summer months. The Community Center has 48 events, and 31 for next year. Reddy Ice has been renting since 2011. UCORE received a 4-million-dollar grant.
- H. Public Comments or Questions – N/A There being no further business, Chair Sam Spurgeon adjourned the meeting at 5:10 p.m.
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR SESSION June 22, 2023
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Sam Spurgeon, Chair England Economic and Industrial Development District Board of Commissioners
Charlie Weems, Secretary/Treasurer England Economic and Industrial Development District Board of Commissioners ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT JUNE 22, 2023
The regular meeting of the Admin/Legal Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held at 4:11 p.m. on Thursday, June 22, 2023 in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
Mr. Sam Spurgeon, Chair of the England Authority, called the committee meetings to order. Mr. Richard Bushnell gave the invocation. Chair Sam Spurgeon led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair Sam Spurgeon proceeded with the Admin/Legal Committee. Committee Chair Zeb Winstead was absent.
Mr. Spurgeon stated there were no items to discuss and asked if there were any comments or additions to the agenda. There being none, Chair Sam Spurgeon dismissed the Admin/Legal Committee.
Chair Sam Spurgeon next called upon Commissioner Dennis Frazier, Chair of the Finance Committee.
Mr. Sam Spurgeon, Committee Vice Chair ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT JUNE 22, 2023
The regular meeting of the Finance Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, JUNE 22, 202 3 in t he E ngland Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
Chair Dennis Frazier requested a roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Richard Bushnell, Mr. Dennis Frazier, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Sam Spurgeon, and Mr. Charlie Weems.
Absent: COL Katrina Lloyd, Mr. Zeb Winstead, Mr. William Barron, and Ms. Robbyn Cooper.
Received schedule of paid invoices for the month of May 2023.
Motion by Mr. Sam Spurgeon, second by Mr. Charlie weens to table the Operating and Capital Budgets for the England Economic and Industrial Development District for Fiscal Year 2023 /2024; appropriating funds for the Operating and Capital Budget for the Fiscal Year 2023/20234; carrying over Capital Funds from prior Fiscal Year 2022/2023 and other matters with respect thereto to 6/29/2023.
On vote, motion carried.
Motion by Mr. Sam Spurgeon, second by Mr. Charlie Weems to authorize Executive Director to renew general insurance program policies covering Airport/General Liability, Community Center/General Liability/Umbrella, Business Auto, Public Employee Dishonesty/Crime, Public Officials Liability/ Employment Practices Liability and Boiler and Machinery for the year 2023/2024.
On vote, motion carried.
Motion by Mr. Sam Spurgeon, second by Mr. Richard Bushnell to authorize Executive Director to renew property insurance, upon receipt of updated quotes, for the year 2023/2024.
On vote, motion carried.
Mr. Frazier stated that there were no further items to discuss and asked if there were any public comments or additions to the agenda.
There being none, Mr. Frazier adjourned the Finance Committee.
Chair Sam Spurgeon called upon Commissioner Charlie Weems, Chair of the Audit Committee.
Mr. Dennis Frazier, Committee Chair FINANCE COMMITTEE AUDIT COMMITTEE THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT JUNE 22, 2023
The regular meeting of the Audit Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, JUNE 22, 2023 in the England A uthority Board Room , 1 611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
Chair Sam Spurgeon called on Commissioner Mr. Charlie Weems, Chair for the Audit Committee.
Chair Charlie Weems requested a roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Dennis Frazier, Mr. Richa rd Bushnell, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, and Mr. Sam Spurgeon.
Absent: COL Katrina Lloyd, Mr. Zeb Winstead, Mr. William Barron, and Ms. Robbyn Cooper.
Motion by Mr. Sam Spurgeon, second by Mr. Patrick O ’Quin to adopt “Louisiana Audit Compliance Questionnaire” as required prior to year-end independent audit.
On vote, motion carried.
Commissioner Charlie Weems, Chair of the Audit Committee, stated that there were no items to discuss and next called for any additions or public comments.
There being none, Mr. Weems dismissed the Audit Committee.
Chair Sam Spurgeon next called upon Commissioner Mr. Patrick O’Quin chair of the Economic Development Committee.
Mr. Charlie Weems, Committee Chair AUDIT COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT JUNE 22, 2023
The regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, JUNE 22, 2023 in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
Chair Mr. Patrick O’Quin requested a roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Richard Bushnell, Mr. Dennis Frazier, Mr. Sam Spurgeon, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, and Mr. Charlie Weems.
Absent: Mr. William Barron, COL Katrina Lloyd, Ms. Robbyn Cooper, and Mr. Zeb Winstead.
Motion by Mr. Sam Spurgeon, second by Mr. Charlie Weems to table Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and the Louisiana State Fire Marshal for building #1707 to 6/29/23.
On vote, motion carried.
Committee Chair Mr. Patrick O’Quin stated that there were no items to discuss and next called for any additions or public comments.
There being none, Mr. Patrick O’Quinn adjourned the Economic Development Committee.
Chair Sam Spurgeon next called upon Commissioner Patrick O’Quinn, Vice Chair of the Operations Committee.
Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Committee Chair ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District OPERATIONS COMMITTEE THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT JUNE 22, 2023
The regular meeting of the Operations Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, JUNE 22, 2023 in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
Vice Chair Patrick O’Quin requested a roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Richard Bushnell, Mr. Dennis Frazier, Mr. Sam Spurgeon, and Mr. Charlie Weems.
Absent: COL Katrina Lloyd, Ms. Robbyn Cooper, Mr. William Barron, and Mr. Zeb Winstead.
Motion by Mr. Sam Spurgeon, second by Mr. Charlie Weems to authorize Executive Director to renew contract with Rapides Parish Sheriff's Department for security at England Airpark from July 1, 2023 to June 30,
On vote, motion carried.
Committee Vice Chair Patrick O’Quin stated that there were no items to discuss and next called for any additions or public comments.
There being none, Mr. O’Quin dismissed the Operations Committee.
Chair Sam Spurgeon next c alled upon Commissioner Richard Bushnell , Chair of the Human Resources Committee.
Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Committee Vice Chair OPERATIONS COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT JUNE 22, 2023
The regular meeting of the Human Resources Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, JUNE 22, 2023 in the England A uthority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
Mr. Richard Bushnell called for any additions or comments from the public . There being none, Commissioner Bushnell adjourned the Human Resource Committee.
Chair Sam Spurg eon next called upon Commissioner William Barron, Vice Chair of the Capital Projects Committee.
Richard Bushnell, Committee Chair HUMAN RESOURCE COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District
CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE
THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT JUNE 22, 2023
The regular meeting of the Capital Project s Committee of the England Economic and Industrial De velopment District was held on Thursday, JUNE 22, 2023 in the England A uthority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.
Mr. Charlie Weems, Vice Chair of the Capital Projects Committee, requested a roll call.
The following were present: Mr. Charlie Weems, Mr. Richard Bushnell, Mr. Dennis Frazier, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, and Mr. Sam Spurgeon.
Absent: COL. Katrina Lloyd, Mrs. Robbyn Cooper, Mr. William Barron, and Mr. Zeb Winstead
Mr. Weems called for any comments from the public. There being none, Mr. Weems proceeded with the Capital Projects Committee.
Motion by Mr. Sam Spurgeon, second by Mr. Charlie Weems, Motion authorizing Executive Director to execute Certificate of Substantial Completion for the South Apron Rehabilitation Project - Phase I
On vote, motion carried.
Mr. Weems next called on Mr. Scott Gammel to give Status Report.
Status Report – Presented by Scott Gammel, Deputy Director-Airport
- a) Part 150 Noise Program – Making some headway.
- b) Runway Extension – Out for bid, explained staggering prices on concrete.
- c) Airfield Electrical Rehab –Currently still at a standstill.
- d) Runway Safety Area Rehabilitation –Project been on hold, getting started back July 1.
- e) Wildlife Safety Rehab Fencing – 70% complete, 2-3 months remaining.
- f) Master Plan – Speaking with consultant daily.
- g) North Ramp Wash Rack–Going for bid in 2 weeks.
- h) South Ramp Rehab –Closing out.
- i) Terminal Security Upgrade – Going forward and should be complete by the end of the year.
- j) ATCT Radio Refurbishment – Should be 4-6 weeks on delivery.
- k) Page and Ortego Historical Monument – Should be here in July. Will have a dedication ceremony.
Heard from David Broussard, Deputy Director-Landside, on the following projects:
- a) Multi - Family Housing –New asphalt is done, will begin striping next week.
- b) OakWing – Still waiting on water well pump.
- c) Renewable Energy –CLECO advised that the studies are moving along, and they will update in October.
- d) Parc England –Contractors cleaning the second floor of the hotel.
There being no further items to discuss, Mr. Weems adjourned the Capital Project Committee at 4:30 P.M.
Charlie Weems, Committee Vice Chair CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District
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