Michigan Aeronautics Commission Meeting Agenda

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May 26, 2021 – 10:00 a.m. Microsoft Teams Meeting/Conference Call Dial 1-248-509-0316; Conference ID 323697404#

I. OPENING REMARKS, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, and ROLL CALL Chairperson Rick Fiddler

II. COMMISSION BUSINESS A. Minutes of the March 24, 2021 Meeting

B. Request for Approval of Revised Air Service Program Guidelines

C. Request for Approval and Transfer of Appropriated Funds – Alissa VanHoof Airport Sponsor Contracts 1. Padgham Field, Allegan 2. Beaver Island Airport, Beaver Island 3. Beaver Island Airport, Beaver Island 4. Branch County Memorial Airport, Coldwater 5. Willow Run Airport, Detroit 6. Delta County Airport, Escanaba 7. Delta County Airport, Escanaba 8. Delta County Airport, Escanaba 9. Delta County Airport, Escanaba 10. Frankfort Dow Memorial Field, Frankfort 11. Abrams Municipal Airport, Grand Ledge 12. Abrams Municipal Airport, Grand Ledge 13. Hastings Airport, Hastings 14. Ionia County Airport, Ionia 15. Ford Airport, Iron Mountain/Kingsford 16. Ford Airport, Iron Mountain/Kingsford 17. Gogebic-Iron County Airport, Ironwood 18. Gogebic-Iron County Airport, Ironwood 19. Sawyer International Airport, Marquette 20. Sawyer International Airport, Marquette 21. Menominee Regional Airport, Menominee 22. Mount Pleasant Municipal Airport, Mount Pleasant 23. Oakland Southwest Airport, New Hudson 24. Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport, Niles 25. Owosso Community Airport, Owosso 26. Saint Clair County International Airport, Port Huron 27. Chippewa County International Airport, Sault Ste Marie 28. Chippewa County International Airport, Sault Ste Marie 29. Chippewa County International Airport, Sault Ste Marie 30. Cherry Capital Airport, Traverse City 31. Cherry Capital Airport, Traverse City 32. Cherry Capital Airport, Traverse City 33. Oakland Troy Airport, Troy 34. Oakland Troy Airport, Troy 35. Statewide Paint Marking and Crack Seal Program Supplemental Transfers 1. Monroe Custer Airport, Monroe 2. Jack Barstow Airport, Midland 3. Ontonagon County – Schuster Field, Ontonagon 4. Dr. Haines Airport, Three Rivers

III. MAC DIRECTOR’S REPORT

IV. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS

V. PUBLIC COMMENTS

VI. CLOSING

MICHIGAN AERONAUTICS COMMISSION Minutes of Meeting Lansing, Michigan March 24, 2021

Pursuant to Section 31 of Act 327 of the Public Acts of 1945, Public Act 254 of 2020, and recommendations to prevent the spread of Covid-19, the Commissioners of the Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) met via video conference call, on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.

COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT and LOCATION ATTENDING FROM Russ Kavalhuna, Vice Chair – Dearborn, Michigan Dr. Brian Smith, Commissioner – Detroit, Michigan Roger Salo, Commissioner – Plymouth, Michigan Kelly Burris, Commissioner – Fort Myers, Florida Brig. Gen, Bryan Teff, Designee MDMVA – Lansing, Michigan Laura Mester, Designee MDOT – Clinton County, Michigan Kevin Jacobs, Designee MDNR – Roscommon, Michigan F/Lt. Brian Bahlau, Designee MSP – Lansing, Michigan Mike Trout, Director – Clarklake, Michigan Bryan Budds, Commission Advisor – Howell, Michigan Alicia Morrison, Commission Analyst – Lansing, Michigan

COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT Rick Fiddler, Chairperson

I. OPENING REMARKS Director Mike Trout began by explaining the meeting was being held via video conference call in accordance with recommendations to slow the spread of COVID-19. He welcomed all who were participating and thanked the Commissioners for coming together in the virtual format. He explained that Chairperson Rick Fiddler had a personal conflict, sending his apologies for being unable to attend and asking that Vice Chair Kavalhuna chair the meeting in his absence. Director Trout then turned the meeting over to Vice Chair Russ Kavalhuna.

The March 24, 2021 MAC meeting was officially called to order by Vice Chair Russ Kavalhuna at 10:02 am.

Vice Chair Kavalhuna thanked the Commissioners and all in attendance on the call for participating, and for allowing him to conduct the Commission business for today. He then led the attendees in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

Vice Chair Kavalhuna asked for a formal roll call. Roll call was taken. It was announced eight out of nine Commissioners were present for a quorum.

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II. COMMISSION BUSINESS A. Minutes of the January 21, 2021 Meeting Vice Chair Kavalhuna asked if there were any revisions to the minutes of the meeting held on January 21, 2021. There were none. He entertained a motion to approve the minutes. The motion was moved by Commissioner Roger Salo and seconded by Commissioner Brian Smith to approve the minutes as presented. A majority roll call vote was conducted. All voted in favor. Vice Chair Kavalhuna announced the motion is carried.

B. Request for Approval and Transfer of Appropriated Funds Vice Chair Kavalhuna called on Ms. Alissa VanHoof, who then presented the Airport Sponsor Contracts and Supplemental Transfers.

Airport Sponsor Contracts 1. Lenawee County Airport, Adrian 2. Huron County Memorial Airport, Bad Axe 3. Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field, Battle Creek 4. Tuscola Area Airport, Caro 5. Fremont Municipal Airport, Fremont 6. Gerald R. Ford International Airport, Grand Rapids 7. Hillsdale Municipal Airport, Hillsdale 8. Mason County Airport, Ludington 9. Menominee Regional Airport, Menominee 10. Mount Pleasant Municipal Airport, Mount Pleasant 11. Luce County Airport, Newberry 12. Mackinac County Airport, Saint Ignace 13. Sandusky City Airport, Sandusky 14. White Cloud Airport, White Cloud 15. Statewide Crack Sealing Program 16. Statewide Pavement Marking Program 17. Statewide Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) Airport Coronavirus Response Grant Program (ACRGP)

Supplemental Transfers – No Action Required 1. Presque Isle County Airport, Rogers City 2. Dupont Lapeer Airport, Lapeer

Vice Chair Kavalhuna asked if there were any further comments or questions.

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Commissioner Kelly Burris asked if the airport identifier could be added to the transfer presentation slides. Ms. VanHoof responded they would include that for future presentations.

Commissioner Burris asked how often state airports are inspected. Ms. VanHoof responded every three years, noting there would be a presentation from the Office of Aeronautics Inspection Unit later in this meeting that would provide further details on inspection timelines.

Commissioner Burris asked what formula was used to determine CRRSAA grant amounts for primary airports. Ms. VanHoof responded there were several factors including cargo and enplanements, and the exact formulas could be found on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) website www.faa.gov. Mr. Bryan Budds added there were also considerations for debt service and financial reserves, stating further detailed information on the formulas could be provided, if desired.

Commissioner Kevin Jacobs asked if the Fremont runway lighting project was using LED replacements and if there was any feedback on the efficiency of those type of fixtures. Ms. VanHoof responded there is not a lot of information on the efficiency, however, most projects were using the LED finding the benefits outweigh the disadvantages.

Vice Chair Kavalhuna then asked for a motion to approve the transfers as presented. The motion was moved by Commissioner Bryan Teff and seconded by Commissioner Brian Smith to approve the transfers as presented. A majority roll call vote was conducted. All voted in favor. Vice Chair Kavalhuna announced the motion is carried.

A complete list of contract descriptions can be viewed at www.michigan.gov/aero under the Commission tab.

III. PRESENTATION A. Office of Aeronautics Inspection Unit Vice Chair Kavalhuna called on Mr. Bryan Budds, Deputy Director Office of Aeronautics, to introduce the Inspection Unit presentation.

Mr. Budds stated the Office would be highlighting a different unit and its functions over the next several MAC meetings, to better publicize the work we do, and customer services offered. He then introduced Mr. Michael Carnarvon, new Inspection Unit Supervisor to present on the Inspection and Licensing Unit.

Mr. Michael Carnarvon began by introducing himself and the staff of the Inspection and Licensing Unit, noting there is a current Inspector position vacancy. He then discussed the various types of inspections performed including public-use airports, flight schools, hospital heliports and helistops, and temporary

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field permitting. He also explained the unit advises and consults on federal and state compliance issues, as well as fosters safety and development between the aviation community and the Office of Aeronautics.

Mr. Carnarvon explained the challenges currently faced within the unit needing to maintain both accurate and timely inspections and coordinating the integration of data with the Unmanned Aerial Systems program area.

Mr. Carnarvon concluded with an explanation and example of the new Compliance Report Card which the Office of Aeronautics will implement this spring.

Any questions on licensing or compliance can be directed to Michael Carnarvon, Inspection and Licensing Unit Supervisor at 517-242-2936 or [email protected]. The full presentation slides can be found at www.michigan.gov/aero under the Commission tab.

IV. REPORTS A. MAC Director’s Report Vice Chair Kavalhuna called on Director Trout who then presented his report.

Director Trout began with an overview of the second coronavirus relief package, CRRSAA, signed into law on December 27, 2020. CRRSAA includes $55,841,582 for eligible Michigan airports being divided as $54,559,096 to primary airports and $1,282,486 to non-primary airports. Further information on formulas used to determine amounts and eligibility can be found at www.faa.gov/airports/crrsaa.

Director Trout then discussed The American Rescue Plan which is an additional $8 billion to airports nationwide to ‘prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus.’ Michigan’s share is expected to be approximately $40-50 million to assist with costs related to operations, personnel, cleaning, sanitization, janitorial services to combat the spread of pathogens, debt service, rent relief for airport concessionaires, and airline payroll support programs. Additional information and exact breakdowns have yet to be released.

Director Trout then focused on a recent airport project at Alpena County Regional Airport. The airport completed a new terminal and site improvements at a cost of $11,586,681. This outstanding project was completed on time, despite below zero temperatures and delivery delays due to the pandemic. The result is a modern and efficient facility that will serve the community for years to come.

Director Trout presented the latest aviation fuel revenue amount of $1,175,604 for October 2020 through January 2021. This amounts to a (33.50%) decrease over the same reporting period last year. He also showed the aviation gallons

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report for the same period of 227,738,004 gallons, which is also a (55%) decrease over last year.

Director Trout noted current fiscal year 2021 stats from the Office of Aeronautics which include 4,560 aircraft registrations processed, 1,934 tall structure permit applications reviewed and processed, 19 Airport Layout Plan updates under contract, and 26 environmental clearances for airport development projects.

Director Trout gave an update on the Automated Weather Operating Systems (AWOS) initiatives, noting the Task Force continues to meet and is currently drafting recommendations to present to the MAC on replacements/updates to Michigan’s AWOS network. He shared a screen shot from a weather camera installed as part of a pilot program at Owosso Community Airport. 17 of 41 AWOS stations in the state have been inspected in 2021 so far.

Director Trout highlighted testimony from MAC Chairman Rick Fiddler and Cherry Capital Airport Manager Kevin Klein in front of the Michigan House Transportation Subcommittee on the state of Michigan’s aviation industry. Specifically noting the subcommittee’s interest in PFAS investigations and remedies at Michigan’s airport. He also stated Rev Fire Group is offering PFAS Ecologic Test System training to interested airports. Contact [email protected] for more information on training.

Director Trout discussed the following Office of Aeronautics information: 2021 Airport Directory is at the press and should be completed soon; the website and mobile app currently undergoing updates; the new Compliance Report Card is being rolled out this spring, as discussed in the previous presentation; a new Aero Project Management coverage map has been posted to the website for reference; and Aero PM’s final phase is scheduled for completion by April 20.

Director Trout shared some newsworthy events including Aero staff volunteering for the Greater Lansing Food Bank stuffing food backpacks, and participation in the spring Adopt-a-Highway program. He congratulated new Aero Project Manager Wendi Chen on passing her P.E. exam and Michael Carnarvon on his promotion to Inspection Unit Supervisor. He also shared a screen shot of Commissioner Dr. Brian Smith on CNN celebrating the Tuskegee Airmen National Museum in Detroit.

Director Trout concluded his presentation with recognition of the NASAO 2021 Art Contest Winners for Michigan. Winners in each category are sent to the national level for judging and each participant receives a letter and certificate for participating.

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V. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS Director Trout stated there were three special recognitions to be awarded.

He began with the retirement of Mr. Steve Sliver, EGLE’s MPART Executive Director. He read from the award “In recognition of your outstanding contributions to the State of Michigan through your 34 years of dedicated service. Your commitment to environmental improvements and work as Executive Director of the Michigan PFAS Action Response Team resulted in the most significant statewide environmental response to PFAS in the country. In addition to leading a strong response protecting public health and the environment, your leadership on MPART also drove innovative programs collecting unwanted firefighting foam, deployment of equipment to ensure safe foam testing at airports, and examination of contamination near airports. Your commitment and collaboration with the Office of Aeronautics on securing and administering millions of dollars in grants for PFAS action at Michigan airports is commended. We wish you well in your retirement.” Mr. Sliver then expressed his thanks and appreciation for the recognition.

Director Trout then recognized Major General Leonard Isabelle Jr., former MAC Commissioner, reading from the award “This award is presented in recognition of over 30 years of distinguished service to Michigan’s aviation community and as a past Commissioner with the Michigan Aeronautics Commission. In rising from the rank of Second Lieutenant in 1987 to Major General in 2016, while earning more than 25 commendations for your military service, illustrates the immense role you played in Michigan and across the nation. This military experience combined with your commercial aviation experience proved you to be a vital contributor to the strength of Michigan’s aviation system. Your service to the Commission, the State of Michigan, and the Nation are commended.” Major General Isabelle thanked Director Trout and the Commission for the honor of serving and the recognition. Vice Chair Kavalhuna commented on the General’s time serving the MAC and offered his personal thanks and congratulations. Commissioner Roger Salo also offered his personal thanks and congratulations on his military service and offered well wished for his retirement.

Director Trout concluded with recognition of longtime Office of Aeronautics employee Mark Noel. He read from the award “This award of excellence is presented in recognition of your dedicated service and outstanding contributions to the transportation industry. Your more than 43 years of service with the Michigan Department of Transportation, including 32 years with the Office of Aeronautics, has resulted in successful completion of countless airport development projects and innovative improvements. Your accomplishments are a true example of leadership and dedication to the transportation and aviation industries. Today, we acknowledge your accomplishments and extend our deepest appreciation and heartfelt thanks for the challenges you have effectively managed over the years. May you always have blue skies ahead!” Mr. Noel thanked the Commission and especially Director Trout for the award and for the wonderful career at Aeronautics.

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Vice Chair Kavalhuna and Commissioner Roger Salo both offered their personal comments on Mr. Noel’s contributions over the years and wished him well in the future.

VI. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Vice Chair Kavalhuna asked if any Commissioners would like to make a comment. There were none.

VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS Vice Chair Kavalhuna asked if anyone would like to make a public comment. There were no public comments.

CLOSING The next MAC meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 26, 2021. The location and format of the meeting will be announced pending any Covid-19 orders, restrictions and recommendations in place at that time.

Vice Chair Kavalhuna thanked the Commissioners, Office of Aeronautics staff, and the public for their participation today, reminding everyone that information presented today could be found at www.michigan.gov/aero or by calling 517-335-9568.

The meeting was adjourned at 11:40 a.m.

______Russ Kavalhuna, Vice Chairman Michael G. Trout, Director On behalf of Rick Fiddler, Chairman

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MICHIGAN AIR SERVICE PROGRAM GUIDELINES

Updated May 2021

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

OFFICE OF AERONAUTICS .

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Introduction ...... 1

Program Goals and Objectives ...... 3

Program Funding ...... 4 . State Participation . Local Participation . In-Kind/Soft Match . Non-Allowable Project Costs . Statewide Activities . Excess Funds

Program Categories, Eligibility and Evaluation ...... 6 . Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting . Airport Awareness . Capital Improvement and Equipment . Carrier Recruitment and Retention

Call for Projects ...... 12

Application for Air Service Program Funds ...... 12 INTRODUCTION

In 1987, the Michigan Air Service Program was developed to address the loss and decline of commercial air service at many Michigan communities. Implementing the first state/local grant in 1988, the program helped stabilize and expand commercial air service by undertaking activities aimed at promoting increased use of services available at local airports. Over the intervening years, the airline industry has matured and many changes have occurred. During this time, Michigan airports have had increases in both services provided and total passengers.

Recognizing that quality air service is an essential element of a community’s infrastructure and is essential to promote economic expansion, a coordinated state and local effort to promote air service needed to be continued. As a mechanism toward maintaining and improving those services, the Air Service Program was refocused in 1992, with new emphasis on implementing aviation projects that encourage and support economic growth.

In 1994, the Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) recognized that cargo service airports have the potential to attain the goals and objectives of the Air Service Program by improving accessibility of commercial, business, and industrial areas. Increasing awareness of a cargo service airport’s role in supporting community growth and economic development was deemed essential to meet the program’s goals and objectives. Therefore, beginning in October 1994, eligibility for participation in the Air Service Program, the Airport Awareness category was expanded to include cargo service airports that lack scheduled passenger service.

In 2005, the MAC furthered economic development efforts by expanding eligibility criteria for the Capital Improvement and Equipment category to include cargo service airports that lack scheduled passenger service. As a result, cargo service airports were made eligible for up to $80,000 in state funding for projects approved under this category.

In 2012, in response to the need for comprehensive Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) training a component was added to address the safety and security needs of Part 139 airports by offering a matching grant to any airport subject to the training requirement. This primarily included all air carrier airports, but also those general aviation airports maintaining ARFF capabilities.

In 2015, the MAC undertook a study of air service in Michigan and subsequently accepted a report focused on the Essential Air Service (EAS) program and its role in supporting access to commercial air service for small communities. This report, published as the 2016 Policy Plan for Michigan Air Service, clearly recognizes the challenges facing Michigan’s air carrier airports, particularly those supported through EAS. While viable alternatives are limited, it is clear that this Air Service Program is the most effective tool at the state’s disposal to address both facility and system deficiencies.

A key to the study effort was the establishment of goals to ensure Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) air service policies align with the State Long Range Plan and address Michigan’s current and future air transportation requirements. The policy goals accepted by the MAC as part of the 2016 Policy Plan for Michigan Air Service have been included in these guidelines as the Air Service Program Goals.

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In addition, the 2016 Policy Plan for Michigan Air Service reaffirmed and supplemented the development considerations and initiatives found in the 2001 Policy Plan for Michigan Air Service (PPMAS). These are now the Air Service Program Objectives.

In the context of the study’s findings, the MAC recommended the following key factors be considered when implementing new policy recommendations contained in the 2016 Policy Plan for Michigan Air Service into the Michigan Air Service Program Guidelines:

1. The 17 commercial air service airports include one (1) large hub, one (1) small hub, six (6) non hub and nine (9) EAS facilities. These airports are geographically well situated and meet Michigan service needs within the service threshold of 60 minutes or less surface travel time without the need to add additional airports.

2. While meeting the needs of being geographically well situated, seven of the EAS airports are at risk of falling below the level of service that can be profitably supported without subsidy. Efforts should focus on continued advocacy and support of the EAS Program at the national level maximizing the benefit to Michigan.

3. MDOT should review and update the Air Service Program Guidelines to focus on efficiently maintaining service levels at all 17 air service airports with an emphasis on partnering to effectively leverage available resources and reduce vulnerabilities, particularly at EAS airports.

In response to these goals, objectives, and key factors, the Michigan Air Service Program will consider funding for airport-specific projects across four categories listed below in priority order:

1. Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting 2. Airport Awareness 3. Capital Improvement and Equipment 4. Carrier Recruitment and Retention

These categories and eligibility requirements are further explained in this document.

Projects in these categories will be selected to attain the program goals and objectives identified below. Eligibility will be determined by the following Tier system in accordance with that particular program area:

Tier 1 – Part 139 Certificated Airports enplaning 1,500,000* or more passengers annually.

Tier 2 – Part 139 Certificated Airports enplaning 50,000* to 1,499,999* passengers annually.

Tier 3 – Part 139 Certificated Airports enplaning less than 50,000* passengers annually.

Tier 4 – Part 139 Certificated Cargo Airports.

*Note: Enplanement number ranges listed above may be adjusted on occasion, due to changes in numbers of total annual passenger statistics at Michigan’s Air Carrier airports.

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PROGRAM GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

PROGRAM GOALS

1. Stewardship – Preserve transportation system investments, protect the environment, and utilize public resources in a responsible and equitable manner.

2. Safety, Health, and Security – Continue to enhance transportation safety; support efforts to promote the health of the traveling public and airport workers, and enhance the security of the transportation system.

3. System Improvement – Modernize and develop the transportation system to improve mobility and accessibility through innovation.

4. Efficient and Effective Operations – Improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the transportation system and transportation services, and expand MDOT’s coordination and collaboration with strategic partners.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

1. Assure the appropriate distribution of air service to support and promote economic development statewide.

2. Assure the appropriate distribution of air service to support quality of life for Michigan residents and visitors by providing access to the national air transportation system.

3. Match a community’s air service to the level which it can profitably support.

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PROGRAM FUNDING

STATE PARTICIPATION

State funding for the Air Service Program is provided from State Aeronautics Fund revenues and appropriated specifically for use within the program. The total amount of the state funding appropriation is determined each year by the Office of Aeronautics based on budgetary analysis of funding availability, the annual Capital Improvement Program, and other state-funded program needs.

In order to maximize the use of available funding and to ensure the program meets the established goals and objectives, funding limitations per program category that were noted in previous versions of our Air Service Program Guidelines have been eliminated from this updated version of the Guidelines. Funding limitations per program category will now be established annually by the Office of Aeronautics and shared with eligible sponsors during the “Call for Projects” process. Funding limitations per program category may vary from year to year, based on the total amount of the state appropriation available for each year’s Air Service Program.

LOCAL PARTICIPATION

All categories of the Program require that project costs be shared between the state and a local sponsor. The local share may be provided by the airport authority, a local unit of government, or a non-profit community support organization such as a chamber of commerce. Contributions from the private sector to the local unit of government are also an acceptable source.

IN-KIND/SOFT MATCH

Upon request by the airport sponsor, MDOT’s Office of Aeronautics (Aero) may consider and approve in advance for use as local In-Kind/Soft Match, engineering and construction costs to be incurred in-house (i.e., force accounting). Costs to be considered by Aero for in-kind match potential will be limited to labor, materials and equipment. These costs will not be eligible as soft match unless prior approvals of estimated cost and the sponsor’s request for soft match are approved in advance by Aero.

NON-ALLOWABLE PROJECT COSTS

The following costs are ineligible for reimbursement for projects approved under the Air Service Program:

 Costs incurred prior to contract execution date.  Costs incurred subsequent to contract expiration date (project must be completed prior to contract expiration date).  Administrative costs incurred by the airport sponsor (i.e., airport staff time, maintenance fees for website).  Liability insurance costs.

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 Any costs incurred in connection with raising funds by the sponsor, including interest and premium charges and administrative expenses involved in conducting bond elections and in selling bonds.  Local share required to obtain Air Service Program funds.  Costs incurred in any other state or federal program for airport improvement projects.  Attorney fees.  Alcoholic beverages.  Advertising outside of airport service area or favoring one carrier over another in promotional advertising. Naming of other airports in any form of media is prohibited.  Interest or late fees.

In addition, Aero may (from time to time) augment the above list based upon project requests and program experience.

STATEWIDE ACTIVITIES

In addition to the Air Service Program, under which airports may apply for funding assistance in four categories, the Office of Aeronautics may undertake projects aimed towards achieving additional program goals and objectives. These projects may include development of workshop/forum presentations and materials for statewide use in increasing awareness of air carrier airports and/or cargo service airports supporting and encouraging Michigan’s economic growth and job retention.

EXCESS FUNDS

In the event that excess Air Service Program funds remain available after the initial allocation of funds (as prescribed in these guidelines), the Office of Aeronautics may recommend allocation to statewide activities or to airports requesting additional program funds based on identified need, economic necessity, and public benefit. An additional call for projects may be necessary. Projects chosen to receive excess funds will be selected at the discretion of the Office of Aeronautics and presented to the Commission for approval.

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PROGRAM CATEGORIES, ELIGIBILITY AND EVALUATION

(1) AIRCRAFT RESCUE AND FIREFIGHTING CATEGORY

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Program Description

The purpose of this category is to address the annual need of certificated Part 139 airports to provide training for aircraft rescue personnel. Under this program, registration fees, meals, travel costs, and lodging will be eligible for reimbursement.

The overall Air Service Program goal is to allocate approximately 10% of total program funds to this category. This goal may vary on an annual basis, depending on total funding availability as well as future shifts in program priorities.

ARFF Air Service Grants may be provided to airports with a demonstrable need for training devices used to refine training procedures and improve ARFF techniques.

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Program Eligibility

Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 Not Eligible 50% State/50% Local 90% State/10% Local 90% State/10% Local

Additionally, an eligible airport must be listed in the Michigan Airport System Plan and provide evidence of a current Part 139 Certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Program Application Evaluation

Applications for ARFF projects will be evaluated upon the following criteria:  Number of personnel to be trained  Location of FAA-certified ARFF training facility  Date of training  Cost per participant  Type, use, and replacement cost of a standalone training device

Upon completion, the airport must provide certified proof of attendance and an itemized breakdown of costs supported by documentation.

(2) AIRPORT AWARENESS CATEGORY

Airport Awareness Program Description

The purpose of this category is to increase public awareness of community airports and available air passenger and air cargo services. Encouraging use of the local airport through education increases awareness of the facility, acceptance of new advanced commuter aircraft and a better understanding of schedules, destinations and fares.

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The program focus involves increased concentration on educational activities for community awareness and media relations. Impacting these areas through greater involvement with service organizations and local businesses cultivates potential users and increases knowledge of the economic benefits of services provided at the airport. Specific information about the airport facility and its services can be utilized by community leaders to attract new business or industry to the area.

It is crucial the media understands the airport’s role and its positive economic impact on the local community. Assisting and educating media representatives through forums and workshops results in increased communication and more informed media, important elements in impacting public perception and potentially impacting travel planning decisions for business and discretionary travelers. Increased passenger levels may assist some Michigan airports in achieving the required 10,000 annual enplanements to secure guaranteed federal entitlement funding.

The overall Air Service Program goal is to allocate approximately 30% of total program funds to this category. This goal may vary on an annual basis, depending on total funding availability as well as future shifts in program priorities.

Airport Awareness funds may also be made available to airports currently establishing scheduled air carrier service. Published schedules in the Official Airline Guide (or other source approved by the Office of Aeronautics) may be required to obtain funds. Please contact Aero for further information.

Airport Awareness Program Eligibility

Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 Not Eligible 50% State/50% Local 90% State/10% Local 90% State/10% Local

Airport Awareness Program Application Evaluation

Applications for airport awareness projects will be evaluated upon the following criteria:

 What is the purpose of the proposed project(s)? Explain how the project(s) could positively impact:

a) Passenger/cargo activity – How would the project help stabilize or increase the level of passengers using air or cargo services available? Consider market potential, actual passenger activity, leakage factors, nearest hub airport.

b) Role of airport in the community – How would the project increase the public’s understanding of the airport’s role in the community and positively impact the public awareness of the services available?

c) Community economic well-being – How would the project identify the importance of airport services to support the community’s existing economic base and job retention?

d) Changes in the local business climate – How would the project impact/identify use of airport services to encourage/support community growth and jobs, i.e., new or

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expanded hotel(s), tourist attractions, industrial parks, manufacturing facilities, new activities?

e) Multimodal facilities – How does the project encourage use of multi-modal transportation facilities and distribution services which support airport utilization?

f) Passenger travel or air cargo planning decisions – How would the project influence passenger travel or air cargo decisions? What information does it provide to the travel planner/agent?

g) Media rapport – How would the project favorably impact the media to result in positive articles on the airport and airline services available?

h) Health and safety – How would the project(s) enhance the health, safety, and cleanliness of surroundings for air travelers and airport workers, in consideration of the Covid-19 pandemic?

 Description of the airport’s proposed Airport Awareness Activity Plan – An Airport Awareness Activity Plan identifying the airport’s proposed use of the total grant funds must be submitted to and approved by Aero prior to the plan’s implementation. Development of the plan may be accomplished in-house by airport administration or, if necessary, through a consultant/agency. Sponsor costs incurred in-house to develop plans are considered an administrative cost and are not eligible for reimbursement. An Airport Awareness Activity Plan should include both a communications and community awareness component.

a) Communications Activity Plan – Communications may consist of radio, television, outdoor advertising, newsprint, and targeted electronic marketing activities. Scripts for proposed radio, television, outdoor messages, and electronic marketing must be submitted. Website development is an acceptable use of airport awareness funds, but ongoing maintenance or subscription fees are not eligible.

b) Community Awareness Plan – A Community Awareness Plan may include items such as printed brochures, newsletters, and flight schedules. Other acceptable community awareness activities may include media workshops, airline or travel agency forums, materials for civic presentation(s), airport familiarization tours, airport open houses, and targeted electronic marketing activities. Use of grant funds for air shows is not eligible except where the activity is clearly directed toward information relating to the airport facility or the availability of air service as approved by Aero.

Airport Awareness Consultant/Agency Charges

If a Consultant is used to plan and/or implement airport awareness activities, costs will be eligible as follows:

 Preparation of the Airport Awareness Activity Plan – No more than 3% of total grant dollars (total state funds plus local matching funds) may be utilized. No cost incurred prior to contract execution is allowable.

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 Implementation of Airport Awareness Activity Plan – Consultant/Agency fees will be eligible for reimbursement up to 9% of the total grant dollars (total state funds plus local matching funds). Examples of plan implementation include concept development, strategy of implementation, and placement of media messages. No cost will be allowable after expiration of the contract.

 Total of all charges and fees for preparation and implementation of plans rendered by Consultant/Agency shall not exceed 12% of the entire budget for airport awareness activities.

(3) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT AND EQUIPMENT CATEGORY

Capital Improvement and Equipment Program Description

The purpose of this category is to improve airport facilities for passenger acceptance, cargo handling, and airport operations to support air service and economic development. Current federal funding mechanisms (entitlement or discretionary) are unavailable for many types of facility enhancement projects. Consequently, those projects are often delayed or never initiated due to limited funds, pre-set priorities, and program guidelines. This program category will allow Michigan airports another funding mechanism for projects currently not undertaken through existing federal and state improvement programs such as interior terminal modifications, security equipment, flight information centers, defibrillators, ticket areas, ADA accessibility improvements, and cargo handling facilities.

The overall Air Service Program goal is to allocate approximately 50% of total program funds to this category. This goal may vary on an annual basis, depending on total funding availability as well as future shifts in program priorities.

Capital Improvement and Equipment Program Eligibility

Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 Not Eligible 50% State/50% Local 90% State/10% Local 90% State/10% Local

In addition, the airport must be listed in the Michigan Aviation System Plan.

Capital Improvement and Equipment Program Application Evaluation

Applications for project requests will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

 Financial a) Proof of local match. b) Eligibility of the project under an existing federal or state airport improvement program and the probability of project being funded through that program.  Safety a) Projects that improve airport operations, safety, and security and/or enable it to meet current safety requirements will be given greater consideration.

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 Health a) In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, projects associated with the health and protection of air passengers and airport workers will also be considered.  Equal Access a) Projects that enhance access or help meet federal, state, or local equal access laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be given greater consideration.  Air Service Program Goals and Objectives a) Projects that directly address the Michigan Air Service Program goals and objectives will be given greater consideration and ensure project consistency.

(4) CARRIER RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION CATEGORY

Carrier Recruitment and Retention Program Description

The purpose of this category is to assist in establishing, maintaining or increasing air service levels at Michigan airports which meet eligibility requirements. Appropriate levels of quality air service in Michigan improve accessibility to business and industrial centers, augment the state’s tourism industry, encourage development of facilities, and support initiatives for community growth. Coordination of efforts between the local community and the state induces carriers to provide initial or expanded services.

Funding in this category is available for the following activities:

 Feasibility Studies – Airports which have potential for initial or expanded air service can receive funds for feasibility studies and business plans. The purpose of these studies would be to recruit a carrier to establish or expand existing service.

 Risk Sharing – Funding could be available to carrier(s) to minimize risk on certain routes where feasibility studies and community interest support such service.

 Incentives – Other inducements to recruit or preserve service could include assistance for airports for waiver of landing fees, baggage handling equipment, other equipment and operational needs as may be required by the airport.

Carrier Recruitment and Retention Program Eligibility

All projects approved under this category will be available only for a limited time period, as the projects are not intended to provide long-term continuing assistance. Airports meeting the following eligibility requirements may apply for assistance:

 Airports seeking to improve commercial air service or to retain existing services that are in danger of being lost.

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 The airport under consideration for carrier recruitment grants should be outside of the service area of an existing air carrier airport, as determined by the Michigan Aviation System Plan and/or Policy Plan for Michigan Air Service.

 The airport infrastructure must be able to support takeoffs and landings by the designated aircraft or such improvement must be currently underway or have been committed.

 The airport must have a tourism facility or manufacturing plant(s) or business community within 20 miles or a commitment to build such within 20 miles must be evident.

 Non air carrier airports with passenger potential for profitable service, and a commitment from a certificated air carrier to start service using a nine-passenger aircraft or larger may be eligible. Please contact Aero for further information.

 The Following tier eligibility will also apply to carrier recruitment and retention eligibility: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 Not Eligible 50% State/50% Local 90% State/10% Local Not Eligible

Carrier Recruitment and Retention Program Application Evaluation

 Feasibility study applications will be evaluated based on the service improvement requested, justification of requested service improvement, communication with potential air carriers, previously available service, and proposed timeline.

 Risk sharing applications will be evaluated base on feasibility study results, resolutions of support from the appropriate local government entities indicating financial willingness to support, evidence of economic viability of proposal, and agreements from airport management that bids for service will be competitively negotiated.

 Incentive applications will be evaluated based on the description of the incentive program, an explanation of how the incentive program will attract, improve, or retain service, an examination of competitiveness and fairness with regard to other airports.

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CALL FOR PROJECTS

An annual “Call for Projects” will be conducted for the submittal of applications for Michigan Air Service Program funding. During the Call for Projects process, the most current version of the Michigan Air Service Program Guidelines will be provided to eligible airport sponsors. Current versions of the Guidelines document will also be available on the MDOT Office of Aeronautics website.

APPLICATION FOR AIR SERVICE PROGRAM FUNDS

An application form has been developed for use in applying for funds under the Air Service Program and it will be distributed to airport sponsors during the Call for Projects process. The applicant should attach additional pages providing the specific information requested under the Project Eligibility and Evaluation Criteria listed in this document for each program category. As updates to the application form and this document become available, they will be provided to all airports.

Applicants are encouraged to provide any further information to assist Aero in the evaluation of project requests. Each proposed project will be evaluated by a team consisting of staff from Aero utilizing the criteria noted in this document.

This updated version of the Air Service Program Guidelines document was approved by the Michigan Aeronautics Commission on May 26, 2021.

______Michael G. Trout, Director Michigan Aeronautics Commission

12 MICHIGAN AERONAUTICS COMMISSION May 26, 2021 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL AND TRANSFER OF APPROPRIATED FUNDS UNDER THE AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Airport Concept # Project Description Federal State Local Total

Allegan 204586 Seal Taxilane Pavement Surface/Joints- $119,928 $6,663 $6,663 $133,254 Padgham Field Construction

Beaver Island 125696 Obstruction Marking/Lighting/Removal (Non- $51,651 $2,869 $2,870 $57,390 Beaver Island Hazard)-Rwy 27 (parcels E7, E8, 10)-Design

Beaver Island 209365 Acquire Land for Approaches-Rwy 27 (Parcels $138,757 $7,709 $7,709 $154,175 Beaver Island E8 & 10) Condemnation Deposits-N/A

Coldwater 126504 Reconstruct Apron-FBO/Fuel Access Apron & $58,761 $3,264 $3,265 $65,290 Branch County Memorial Rehab Twy F West-Design

Detroit 211784 Construct Runway (standards)-Shift and $10,000,000 $555,555 $555,556 $11,111,111 Willow Run Reconstruct Runway 9-27 Phase 2-Construction

Escanaba 126036 Reconstruct Rwy Lighting-9/27 Lighting and $334,257 $334,257 Delta County Signage-Construction

Escanaba 129525 Reconstruct Taxiway Lighting-Lighting & Signage $1,092,315 $1,092,315 Delta County Taxiway B-Construction

Escanaba 129526 Rehabilitate Taxiway-B-Construction $1,811,230 $1,811,230 Delta County

Escanaba 211656 Rehabilitate Runway-9/27-Construction $2,092,165 $2,092,165 Delta County

Frankfort 201182 Acquire Easement for Approaches-Rwy 15 $275,524 $4,909 $4,910 $285,343 Frankfort Dow Memorial Field (Parcels E32 & E36)-Land Acquisition

Grand Ledge 128177 Rehabilitate Taxiway-Parallel (to Primary Rwy)- $848,833 $848,833 Abrams Muni Construction

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Airport Concept # Project Description Federal State Local Total

Grand Ledge 128178 Rehabilitate Apron-Terminal-Construction $197,372 $197,372 Abrams Muni

Hastings 201076 Install Perimeter Fencing (non 49 CFR 1542)- $18,206 $18,206 Hastings Terminal Area-Design

Ionia 125279 Construct/Improve Fuel Farm-Install card reader- $9,743 $9,743 Ionia County Design

Iron Mountain Kingsford 126045 Acquire ARFF vehicle (Part 139)-ARFF Vehicle - $737,878 $737,878 Ford Class 4-N/A

Iron Mountain Kingsford 210329 Acquire Land for Approaches-Parcel 31 ( 40 $254,900 $254,900 Ford acres fee simple) Runway 13 RPZ-Land Acquisition

Ironwood 125559 Reconstruct Taxiway Lighting-Midfield Parallel A $52,780 $52,780 Gogebic-Iron County Airport & A2-Design

Ironwood 131573 Rehabilitate Taxiway-Midfield Parallel A-Design $112,620 $112,620 Gogebic-Iron County Airport

Marquette 211635 Construct/Exp/Imp/Rehab Building-Hangar $4,994,697 $4,994,697 Sawyer Intl Expansion with Fire Suppression Phase 3/3- Construction

Marquette 212735 Construct/Exp/Imp/Rehab Building- $233,176 $233,176 Sawyer Intl Cstr/Exp/Imp/Rehab Bldg Hangar 664 Fire Sup- Design-Design

Menominee 126284 Seal Rwy Pavement Surface/Joints-Airfield Crack $179,173 $9,954 $9,955 $199,082 Menominee Regional Sealing-Construction

Mount Pleasant 204739 Obstruction Marking/Lighting/Removal (Non- $25,778 $1,432 $1,433 $28,643 Mount Pleasant Muni Hazard)-Rwy 9 (Parcels E19-E21)-Design

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Airport Concept # Project Description Federal State Local Total

New Hudson 209223 Conduct Environmental Study-EA for Land $229,548 $12,753 $12,753 $255,054 Oakland Southwest Acquisition & Obstruction Removal-N/A

Niles 125657 Acquire Easement for Approaches-Rwy 33 $133,559 $7,420 $7,420 $148,399 Jerry Tyler Memorial Parcel E18 Phase 2-Land Acquisition

Owosso 212752 Obstruction Marking/Lighting/Removal (Non- $48,564 $2,698 $2,698 $53,960 Owosso Community Hazard)-Rwy 11/29 Pcls 8, E9A&B, E10, 23, E30, E32, E60-63-Design

Port Huron 125058 Reconstruct Taxiway Lighting-B-Construction $636,003 $636,003 St Clair County Intl

Sault Ste Marie 121334 Rehabilitate Runway Lighting-Runway 16-34- $21,880 $21,880 Sault Ste Marie Chippewa Design County Intl Sault Ste Marie 121337 Rehabilitate Runway-Rehab RWY 34 Blast Pad $43,030 $43,030 Sault Ste Marie Chippewa (200' x200') Phase 1 of 2-Design County Intl Sault Ste Marie 207876 Imp/Mod/Rehab Terminal Bldg (capacity)- $531,582 $158,529 $690,111 Sault Ste Marie Chippewa Construct GA Terminal Building -Design County Intl Statewide 212719 Conduct/Update Misc Study-2021 PCI Surveys- $253,000 $253,000 Statewide-Local N/A

Traverse City 122045 Remove Obstructions RNAV approach-Relocate $375,300 $375,300 Cherry Capital Access Road Ph 1, and Reconfig GA Apron- Design

Traverse City 211966 Acquire Land for Approaches-Parcel 114, 2.28 $1,265,000 $1,265,000 Cherry Capital acres-Land Acquisition

Traverse City 211968 Acquire ARFF vehicle (Part 139)-Acquire ARFF $700,900 $700,900 Cherry Capital Vehicle-N/A

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Airport Concept # Project Description Federal State Local Total

Troy 121996 Rehabilitate Runway-9/27-Construction $793,025 $27,832 $27,832 $848,689 Oakland Troy

Troy 212671 Reconstruct Guidance Signs-N/A $105,212 $5,845 $5,846 $116,903 Oakland Troy

Grand Total: $28,523,347 $901,903 $807,439 $30,232,689

Page 4 of 4 DATE: May 12, 2021

TO: Rick Fiddler, Chairman Michigan Aeronautics Commission FROM: Mike Trout, Director Michigan Aeronautics Commission

SUBJECT: Supplemental Transfer Monroe Custer Airport Monroe, Michigan

Pursuant to Guidance Document 10108 regarding Supplemental Transfers effective January 26, 2001, the following supplemental transfer to adjust the total transfer amount by 0.00% is approved as indicated below.

The original description is presented as follows:

Seal Runway Pavement/Joints – Airfield Crack Sealing (under 2021 statewide program)

Adjustment to eliminate the local funding and increase the state funding for the project. Federal State Local Total Increase in Funds $ 0 $ 420 $ (420) $ 0 Original Funds $ 7,560 $ 420 $ 420 $ 8,400 Total Transfer $ 7,560 $ 840 $ 0 $ 8,400

The adjustment in funds is supplemental to the original transfer approved by the Michigan Aeronautics Commission at its meeting of March 24, 2021.

Submitted by: ______Manager, Airport Development Section Date

Approved by: ______Director, Michigan Aeronautics Commission Date cc: Alicia Morrison (original) Ken Bowers Betsy Steudle Wendi Chen Anu Taneja DATE: May 18, 2021

TO: Rick Fiddler, Chairman Michigan Aeronautics Commission FROM: Mike Trout, Director Michigan Aeronautics Commission

SUBJECT: Supplemental Transfer Jack Barstow Airport Midland, Michigan

The original description is presented as follows:

Seal Runway Pavement/Joints – Airfield Crack Sealing (under 2021 statewide program)

Adjustment to eliminate the local funding, increase state funding and remove federal funding for Runway 18/36 and the associated parallel taxiway. Federal State Local Total Increase in Funds $-8,713 $ 10,135 $ (1,422) $ 0 Original Funds $25,590 $ 1,422 $ 1,422 $ 28,434 Total Transfer $16,877 $ 11,557 $ 0 $ 28,434

The adjustment in funds is supplemental to the original transfer approved by the Michigan Aeronautics Commission at its meeting of March 24, 2021.

Submitted by: ______Manager, Airport Development Section Date

Approved by: ______Director, Michigan Aeronautics Commission Date cc: Alicia Morrison (original) Ken Bowers Betsy Steudle Wendi Chen Anu Taneja DATE: May 12, 2021

TO: Rick Fiddler, Chairman Michigan Aeronautics Commission FROM: Mike Trout, Director Michigan Aeronautics Commission

SUBJECT: Supplemental Transfer Ontonagon County – Schuster Field Ontonagon, Michigan

The original description is presented as follows:

Seal Runway Pavement/Joints – Airfield Crack Sealing (under 2021 statewide program)

Adjustment to eliminate the local funding and increase the state funding for the project. Federal State Local Total Increase in Funds $ 0 $ 567 $ (567) $ 0 Original Funds $10,206 $ 567 $ 567 $ 11,340 Total Transfer $10,206 $ 1,134 $ 0 $ 11,340

The adjustment in funds is supplemental to the original transfer approved by the Michigan Aeronautics Commission at its meeting of March 24, 2021.

Submitted by: ______Manager, Airport Development Section Date

Approved by: ______Director, Michigan Aeronautics Commission Date cc: Alicia Morrison (original) Ken Bowers Betsy Steudle Wendi Chen Anu Taneja DATE: May 12, 2021

TO: Rick Fiddler, Chairman Michigan Aeronautics Commission FROM: Mike Trout, Director Michigan Aeronautics Commission

SUBJECT: Supplemental Transfer Three Rivers Municipal – Dr. Haines Airport Three Rivers, Michigan

The original description is presented as follows:

Seal Runway Pavement/Joints – Airfield Crack Sealing (under 2021 statewide program)

Adjustment to eliminate the local funding and increase the state funding for the project. Federal State Local Total Increase in Funds $ 0 $ 4,470 $ (4,470) $ 0 Original Funds $80,460 $ 4,470 $ 4,470 $ 89,400 Total Transfer $80,460 $ 8,940 $ 0 $ 89,400

The adjustment in funds is supplemental to the original transfer approved by the Michigan Aeronautics Commission at its meeting of March 24, 2021.

Submitted by: ______Manager, Airport Development Section Date

Approved by: ______Director, Michigan Aeronautics Commission Date cc: Alicia Morrison (original) Ken Bowers Betsy Steudle Wendi Chen Anu Taneja