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waterlineWater Line Upgrades
Upgrades the Airport's water line are underway and as long as it isn't raining, crews will be working along Airport Drive and at the entrance.

The project includes the realignment of the drive to the Air Traffic Control Tower to aid in drainage and to repair failing pavement. The drive was closed Tuesday, May 24 and will remain closed for the next 2-3 weeks.

The line will increase from 8" to 12" to better accommodate the needs of existing and future tenants. Sections of the 8" wastewater line that are beyond repair will be replaced at this time. The project is slated for completion in the fall.

Please be on the lookout for heavy equipment maneuvering around the ramp and roadways!
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fence Security Fence
The fencing project is nearly complete!

Once the Tower Drive realignment mentioned above is done, the final gate will be installed.

We anticipate gates will be operational toward the end of June.

Prior to any gates being turned on, the gate code will be shared with all users via e-newsletter. All gates and users will have the same code.

As a reminder, the purpose of the controlled access is to limit the number of non-pilot drivers operating around aircraft. For this reason we ask that the code be used by pilots and airport users only and that all visitors and vendors utilize the parking areas outside the fence.

Several pedestrian access points can be found along the fence line like the one pictured above.

If you know a based pilot who does not receive our newsletters, we encourage them to sign up using this link: http://bit.ly/airportnewsletter.
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RunwayRunway 13/31 Project
May's weather has certainly kept things interesting around here! After the years of drought, we wouldn't dare curse the rain but it has sure made scheduling the coal tar seal a bit tricky.

Once again we're asking you to keep an eye on your inbox. We'll send out a special newsletter prior to the project start.

During the application, the runway will be closed for a week and striping will occur shortly thereafter.

Please continue to check NOTAMs and don't hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions. We thank you for your continued patience.
 
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entrance Entrance Light
Been to the airport at night lately? If so, you've probably noticed the entrance light that was installed by TxDOT a few weeks ago.

TxDOT will be rotating the light to face Highway 21 so finding the entrance will be that much easier at night.

Look for the final adjustment to take place in the coming weeks. And thanks to newly appointed Advisory Board member Tom Roach for helping make this happen!
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tenantsAirport Business
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RFPHangar RFP
On May 20, a special newsletter went out announcing the publication of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for 1815 Airport Drive.

The RFP can be downloaded here: www.sanmarcostx.gov/eprocurement. You will need to register as a vendor first.

Any questions regarding the RFP process should be directed to Cheryl Pantermuehl, Purchasing Manager with the City of San Marcos at (512) 393-8175.

A pre-proposal conference will be held next Tuesday, May 31 at 10:00am at Airport Management offices (4400 Highway 21). After the initial meeting, we'll head over to the hangar for a tour.

Proposals are due to the City by June 16 at 2:00pm.

Due to the size and ramp location, this particular hangar will be for commercial use only. We have a second hangar coming out soon for commercial or non-commercial aircraft storage. 

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AABAirport Advisory Board - 1st Meeting Scheduled
Airport Advisory Board (AAB) members have been appointed by Council and the Stakeholders have been chosen! Below is a full list:

AAB 
Stakeholders 
Scott Gregson
Chuck Nash
Tom Roach
Dan Stauffer
David Badal 		 Joe Enzminger
Sonny Berry
John Koenreich
Bill Fier
Erik Landrum 

Thank you to everyone who applied and volunteered to serve. Just as in the past, we encourage anyone who is interested in the airport to attend the meetings and participate in the success of San Marcos Regional.

The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 7 at 10:00am at Airport Management offices (4400 Highway 21). 
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WildlifeFAA Hazard Wildlife Grant
Over the next 12 months, Certified Wildlife Biologists (CWB) will be observing the airport in an effort to track the types of animals who live at and visit the airport. From frogs, to coyotes, to birds - they're interested in it all.

At the end of the study, they will provide suggested mitigation techniques to help pilots and animals live in peace.

Have you seen any interesting species or had any run-ins at the airport or while on approach? We want to know about it! Send us an email and we'll get the information over the biologists. 
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NewsTenant News 
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2016 FltPlan.com Award Winners Announced
Congratulations to Redbird Skyport for once again being honored in multiple categories in FltPlan's annual Pilots' Choice Awards!

This year, Redbird placed in the following categories:
#1 Ace FBO
#2 Star FBO
#5 FBO in the South Central Region
#9 FBO in the Nation

A full list of winners along with explanations about each category can be found here. 
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