230330 Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee MinutesPage 1 of 4
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
TILLSONBURG AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
March 30, 2023
6:00 p.m.
Hybrid Meeting
MINUTES
Present: Mark Renaud, Mayor Deb Gilvesy, Councillor Chris Parker, SWOX Councillor
Valerie Durston, Gurvir Hans, Jeff Miller, Dan Cameron (Virtual - arrived at 6:45 p.m.,
departed at 7:06 p.m.), Nate Bain, Don Hurus, Anthony Thornton, Cedric Tomico and
John Britton.
Absent with Regrets:
Emily Crombez
Also Present:
Jonathon Graham, Director of Operations and Development
Richard Sparham, Manager of Public Works
Tanya Daniels, Clerk
1.Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 pm.
2.Adoption of Agenda
Resolution #1
Moved by: Councillor Parker
Seconded by: Cedric Tomico
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the March 30, 2023 meeting be adopted.
Carried
3.Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
No disclosures of pecuniary interest declared.
Page 2 of 4
4. Adoption of Previous Minutes
By consensus, adoption of the minutes were added to the agenda.
Resolution #2
Moved by: Mayor Gilvesy
Seconded by: Gurvir Hans
THAT the minutes from February 23, 2023 be approved.
Carried
5. General Business and Reports
5.1. Airport Manager Committee Membership/Role [Richard Sparham]
Richard Sparham provided an overview of the Airport Manager staff
member status and his role on the committee. Mr. Huras tendered his
resignation from the Committee to transition to a staff liaison role. The
Committee decided by way of general consensus to leave the vacancy on
the membership. Members provided general comment regarding the new
manager’s communication which has been excellent and requested it be
continued.
5.2. DRAFT Fire Inspection / Notice [Jonathon Graham]
Staff provided an overview of the material included (draft letter) and
overview of the future process. Inspections are tentatively scheduled for
the Spring. The letter will be signed by both Fire Chiefs (Tillsonburg and
SWOX). The Committee members asked various questions to staff.
Staff committed to the following:
To notify hanger owners / lease owners of acceptable standards so they
can prepare their units including possible comparators details; and
To review bulk purchases for fire extinguishers or support for equipment
for inspection results; and
Communication to close the inspection processes.
5.3. Airport Promotional Materials [Jonathon Graham]
Staff provided an overview of the material and possible promotional
events. Committee members were requested to consider promotional
events. Staff further discussed potential options such as Farmers Market,
Page 3 of 4
Hanger Opening Day, BBQ’s. Members provided initial comments to staff
on areas to review when considering events.
Resolution # 3
Moved by Mayor Gilvesy
Seconded by Councillor Parker
THAT a subcommittee, with the staff liaison of Don Huras, be formed to
review marketing and promotional events along with associated strategies
with the following members:
Jeff Miller
Anthony Thornton
Mark Renaud
Carried
5.4. 2023 Budget Overview – Operating and Capital [Jonathon Graham]
Staff provided an overview of the budget process including possibility of
grants or other funding objectives. Committee members had a discussion
on the budget having staff answer various questions.
5.5. Oxford County Grant Request Material and Denial [Jonathon Graham]
Staff introduced the Oxford County response provided to members. The
Committee members had a general discussion on the relevance of the
Airport within the County. Mayor Gilvesy specifically thanked the City of
Woodstock for past support as a recognition of the economic impact to the
area.
5.6. Airport Operations Update [Airport Manager]
Don Huras provided an update to the Committee regarding airport
operations including items such as maintenance issues, lease with the
restaurant, and card lock system update
6. Other Business
Fiber Optic Cable - John Britton
J. Britton provided comment on the Harvard hanger access and becoming
partner in cabling. R. Sparham provided an update in potential costing via
Execulink for into airport service. R. Sparham noted covering a $3,000 funds to
Page 4 of 4
the terminal (Town’s asset). It was quoted at $6,000 cost tin total. Staff were
requested to bring further details to the next meeting.
Back-up Generator - John Britton
J. Britton requested an update on the back-up generator. R. Sparham provided
an update noting more details to come to a future meeting.
7. Next Meeting
Thursday, June 23rd, 2023 @ 5:30PM (Virtual)
8. Adjournment
Resolution #4
Moved by: Councillor Parker
Seconded by: Councillor Durston
THAT the March 30, 2023, Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee meeting be
adjourned at 7:36 p.m.
Carried