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Findings and Recommendations 3 findings
F1
The Auburn City Council has the ultimate responsibility for governing all facets of airport management and operation, with the Airport Commission only in an advisory capacity. The City Council has been tentative in exercising this authority.
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R1
The City Council must assert its authority or amend the ordinance to specify otherwise. Failure to assert control allows opportunities for individuals to exercise personal agendas.
F2
A lack of clearly defined roles has led to misunderstandings and mistrust among the airport user groups, the Auburn Airport Commission, the City and airport management.
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R2
The City Council must clearly define management structure in the best interests of the City and the airport and then ensure that the defined structure is followed. This would include making it clear to whom the Airport Manager is responsible and to whom the Airport Commission is responsible.
F3
The Auburn Airport, while financially solvent, has long-term leases and other user fees lower than those of comparable airport facilities.
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R3
The Auburn City Council should direct staff to make a study of comparable airports such as the Lincoln airport to determine appropriate charges and fees. As leases expire and new contracts are negotiated, equitable rates should be instituted. In accordance with FAA regulations, reasonable fees should be established for all airport users including those with aircraft entering from businesses operating outside airport fences. Respondents Auburn City Council Auburn City Manager Auburn Airport Commission Auburn Airport Manager RESPONSE REQUIRED WITHIN 90 DAYS TO: The Honorable Larry D. Gaddis Presiding Judge, Superior Court County of Placer Historic Courthouse 101 Maple Street Auburn, CA 95603