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<br />~) <br /> <br />Ms. Graen stated that an upgraded airport will attract upgraded aircraft <br />which create higher noise levels. <br /> <br />Mr. Otto replied that with a 3000 foot runway, the only thing changing will <br />be the number of operations; tbe runway length limits the types of aircraft <br />that can be accommodated. When noise levels are carried all the way <br />through the four 5-year projection increments, noise levels above 55 ldn <br />are contained on the airport property (as it is recommended to be acquired) <br />or industrial property. <br /> <br />Ms. Graen stated that she lives 50 feet from airport property; disagrees <br />that noise levels can be unacceptable in one area and acceptable another 50 <br />feet further away. <br /> <br />Mr. Otto stated that people's perception, particularly with noise, are <br />based on the values they see the airport,being to the community. If you <br />are opposed to airport development, chances are noise from aircraft will <br />bother you more than it does the business who relies on airport travel. <br /> <br />. ... <br />, 1 <br />-~ <br /> <br />Ms. Graen stated that she saw nothing in the Airport Master Plan to <br />convince her that the airport will promote economic development in the <br />area. Most of the people she has talked to are not in favor of airport <br />improvements. Also noted that property owners in Zone B are not satisfied <br />with Council's established policy to pay 1/2 the sewer and water <br />assessments for those that cannot subdivide because of airport zoning. Ms. <br />Graen sited an example in Coon Rapids where larger lots were subdivided <br />into 4 lots when utilities came through; the property owner made enough on <br />the sale of the lots to pay for the assessments and:'make a profit. <br /> <br />Mr. Otto stated that such an instance would depend on whether there is <br />access to the lots created; in most cases in Zone B, that cannot happen. <br /> <br />Ms. Graen stated that the opportunity to subdivide and sell was viewed by <br />property owners as an investment; the city picking up 1/2 the assessment <br />charge is not sufficient compensation. <br /> <br />Mr. Otto noted that the property owners mayor may not have a valid <br />concern; on the other hand, a large lot with sewer and water is more <br />valuable than a standard urban lot with utilities. <br /> <br />A discussion ensued regarding rumors that jets will be landing at Gateway. <br />Commissioner Barnes stated that DC-3's can land at "Gateway now but they <br />don....t because the soft runway surface damages aircraft. Also, insurance <br />companies for aircraft specify acceptable runway acceleration/stop <br />distances for which their policy will be in effect. <br /> <br />, ..~ <br />J <br /> <br />Mr. Otto stated that jet operations are not anticipated at Gateway. From a <br />practical standpoint, a 3300 foot runway will accommodate the same types of <br />aircraft currently utilizing the Gateway facility -- single and light twin <br />engine. Tbe future may see SOme tujrbo prop aircraft used at Gateway, but <br />no pure turbine jets. Pilots are also reluctant to risk their investment <br />in an aircraft utilizing airstrips that do not meet the standards specified <br />in their insurance policies. Mr. Otto noted that each of the airports in <br />Airport Commission/November 12, 1987 <br /> <br />Page 5 of 6 <br />