Macon County Airport Authority
Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held October 30th, 2007



The Macon County Airport Authority held its regular meeting on October 30th,
2007 in its offices located at 1241 Airport Road, Franklin, North Carolina.
Chair Gregory called the meeting to order at 4:09 p.m.  All members were
present with the exception of Member Schmitt.  Also present were Monty Beck,
Legal Counsel for the Airport Authority, Teresa McDowell, Macon County, 
Eric Rhysdon, W.K. Dickson, Parks Preston, FAA,; and Neal Hoppe, airport
Fixed Base Operator.

	MINUTES:  Upon motion by Member Corbin and seconded by Member 
	Haithcock, the minutes for the meeting held July 31st, 2007 were
	unanimously approved.  Upon motion by Member Corbin and seconded by
	Member Haithcock, the minutes for the meeting held September 25th, 
	2007 were unanimously approved.

	AGENDA ITEM #4:  DISCUSSION OF TIP APPLICATION:  Steve Walker of W.K.
	Dickson was not available for the meeting.  This agenda item was tabled
	until the next meeting.

	AGENDA ITEM #5:  APPROVAL/DISCUSSION OF EASTERN BAND/AA MOA:   At 4:40,
	upon motion by Member Corbin and seconded by Member Jenkins, the 
	Authority unanimously voted to go into executive session to discuss the
	Memorandum of Understanding between the Eastern Band of the Cherokee 
	Indians and the Macon County Airport Authority.  
	After a discussion, Member Jenkins made a motion that the Authority 
	re-convene in open session at 5:06 p.m.  Member Corbin seconded the 
	motion and it passed by unanimous consent.  Chair Gregory stated that 
	no action was taken in executive session, but that he wanted to express
	the appreciation of the Airport Authority to Parks Preston for his 
	assistance with this matter.

	AGENDA ITEM #6:  DISCUSSION OF VISION 100 GRANT-36237.1.9.1-USE OF 
	FUNDING:  Chair Gregory stated that this grant does not expire until
	2011, and project development utilizing this grant will be discussed
	at a future meeting.

	AGENDA ITEM #7:  APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEE TO PLAN CHRISTMAS DINNER:  
	After a discussion, the Airport Authority scheduled its Christmas 
	dinner for Thursday, December 13th at 6:00 p.m at the Macon County 
	Airport.  Teresa McDowell and Peggy Milton were appointed to make 
	arrangements for the dinner.  It was decided that no entertainment is
	necessary this year and that Fat Buddies Restaurant will be contacted
	regarding catering dinner. Chair Gregory will contact Fat Buddies staff
	to make arrangements.   Member Jenkins made a motion to use the 
	occasion of the Christmas dinner to express appreciation to outgoing 
	County Manager, Sam Greenwood, and to award a plaque expressing 
	appreciation to Mr. Greenwood.  Member Corbin seconded the motion and
	it passed by unanimous consent.  

	AGENDA ITEM #8:  OTHER BUSINESS:  Member Haithcock stated that he has
	been approached by D-Net internet service, expressing interest in 
	installing a receiver for wireless internet service on an existing 
	beacon tower.  Legal Counsel, Monty Beck suggests that D-Net submit a
	proposal in writing for the Airport Authority to consider.  After a 
	discussion, Member Corbin made a motion to table this matter until 
	such time as legal counsel, DOT and FAA can review a written proposal
	from D-Net.  Member Haithcock seconded the motion and it passed by 
	unanimous consent.  Member Haithcock will approach D-Net regarding 
	submitting a written proposal.  
	
	In regard to a previous request from the Flying Club, regarding 
	installing a bulletin board for display of items of interest, Member
	Haithcock will approach Steve Ledford of Macon County maintenance 
	regarding construction and installation of said bulletin board.
	In connection with Franklin Aviation, airport FBO, the insurance issue
	regarding the naming of Macon County and the Macon County Airport 
	Authority as additional insured has been rectified.
	In connection with the taxiway lights which were not working, repairs
	have now been done.
	In connection with the two obstruction lights that are not working, 
	Member Haithcock will check the lights to try to determine why they 
	are not working. One light may be blocked by trees. Chair Gregory will
	speak to David Bradley about cutting the trees around the northwest 
	end of the runway if necessary.  
	There being no further business, Member Corbin made a motion to 
	adjourn, with Member Haithcock seconding the motion which passed by
	unanimous consent.  
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	Respectfully submitted,


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	Pete Haithcock