LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: Ashton J. Hayward, III, Mayor
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FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION GRANT AGREEMENT - CORPORATE APRON REHABILITATION AND ACQUISITION OF REPLACEMENT INTERACTIVE EMPLOYEE TRAINING SYSTEM
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the acceptance of the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant 3-12-0063-042-2018 in the amount of $1,880,142 for the rehabilitation of the corporate general aviation apron at the Pensacola International Airport, and the acquisition of a replacement interactive employee training system at the Pensacola International Airport. Further, that City Council authorize the Mayor to take all actions necessary relating to the finalization of the grant.
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
Four general aviation operators conduct activity off an asphalt apron located in the southeastern quadrant of the Pensacola International Airport. The apron was constructed in 1997. Given its age and use, the apron is now showing signs of deterioration. Pavement inspectors from the Florida Department of Transportation, as well as engineers under contract with the Pensacola International Airport, all indicated that a rehabilitation project was needed to prevent potential aircraft damage from debris associated with the deteriorating pavement. Airport Staff identified the rehabilitation of the apron as one of the projects to be addressed under the current general engineering services contract. The design portion of the project was awarded to Atkins North America.
All individuals working at the Pensacola International Airport are required to undergo certain training both on initial employment and then on a periodic basis thereafter to ensure the ongoing security and safe operation of the facility. Training is provided via an interactive computer based system developed by the American Association of Airport Executives. The current platform was purchased thirteen years ago. Given its age the equipment can no longer be supported and must be replaced. Additionally, the training modules themselves need to be updated to account for current conditions at the Airport.
Pensacola International Airport has received a grant offer and agreement totaling $1,880,142 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The amount includes 90% funding reimbursement of the construction expenses associated with the corporate apron project, and with expenses associated with the replacement of the interactive employee training system.
PRIOR ACTION:
February 8, 2018 - City Council awarded the master agreement for architectural and engineering services for Airport improvements to Atkins North American, Mott MacDonald, and RS&H.
FUNDING:
Budget: $ 1,880,142.00 FAA Grant 3-12-0063-042-2018
410,910.00 Airport Matching Funds
$ 2,291,052.00
Actual: $ 2,020,046.75 Corporate General Aviation Apron Rehabilitation
202,004.68 10% Contingency
2,222,051.43 Sub-Total Corporate General Aviation Apron Rehabilitation
69,000.00 Interactive Employee Training System
$ 2,291,051.43
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Grant funds have been appropriated in the Airport’s FY 2018 Budget. Funds for the Airport match portion of the projects are available in the Airport’s FY 2018 Capital Improvement Budget.
CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes
8/20/2018
STAFF CONTACT:
Keith Wilkins, City Administrator
Daniel E. Flynn, Airport Director
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Grant Agreement No. 3-12-0063-042-2018
PRESENTATION: No end