HomeMy WebLinkAbout24-1982ORDINANCE NO. 24-1982
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DENTON APPROVING AN AIRPORT LEASING AND
DEVELOPMENT POLICY; AND PROVID[NG AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Denton is obligated, as a recipient of Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program funding, to comply with FAA Grant
Assurances, which require Denton Enterprise Airport to be operated for public use and made
available to all types, kinds, and classes of aeronautical activity on reasonable terms and without
unjust discrimination; and
WHEREAS, FAA Grant Assurances further require that the City maintain a fee and rental
structure that ensures the financial self-sustainability of Denton Enterprise Airport, while avoiding
unjust economic discrimination within user classes; and
WHEREAS, the adoption of a Leasing and Development Policy will formalize current
practices and provide clear, consistent guidelines for the leasing of airport land and facilities,
thereby supporting compliance with FAA regulations and fostering transparency, equity, and
process efficiency; and
WHEREAS, the Leasing and Development Policy is designed to maximize airport revenue,
attract private investment, and minimize the financial obligations of the Airport by clearly defining
the terms and conditions of lease agreements; and
WHEREAS, the Airport Advisory Board has reviewed the proposed Leasing and
Development Policy in detail over multiple meetings and unanimously approved it, recommending
adoption by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that a comprehensive Leasing and Development
Policy is essential for supporting the long-term growth and development of Denton Enterprise
Airport, promoting its continued operational success and compliance with federal requirements;
NOW, THEREFORE,
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DENTON HEREBY RESOLVES :
SECTION 1. The findings and recitations contained in the preamble of this resolution are
incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. The Airport Leasing and Development Policy in the form attached hereto
as Exhibit A is hereby approved and made a part of this resolution for all purposes.
SECTION 3. This resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage and
approval.
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The motion to approve this resolution was made by Brian Beck and seconded by Paul
Meltzer, the resolution was passed and approved by the following vote [ 7 - 0 ]:
Aye Nay Abstain Absent
Mayor Gerard Hudspeth:
Vicki Byrd, District 1 :
Brian Beck. District 2:
Paul Meltzer. District 3 :
Joe Holland. District 4:
Brandon Chase McGee, At Large Place 5:
Jill Jester, At Large Place 6:
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PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of October, 2024.
,/dZ&b
GERARD HUDSPETH. MAYOR
ATTEST:
LAUREN THODEN, CITY SECRETARY
BY:
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
MACK REINWAND, CITY ATTORNEY
BY: