Margi Evanson

This Master Plan Working Paper evaluates alternative solutions to satisfy facility requirements and accommodate forecasted demand for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. It details a Recommended Conceptual Development Plan focusing on airfield improvements (runway and taxiway extensions, instrument approaches), enhancements to airfield support facilities (compass calibration pad, run-up areas), westside development (parking, traffic, and terminal redevelopment), and a new linear-pier replacement passenger terminal on the east side. The plan aims to support the airport's competitiveness and financial viability through 2038.

The Board convened after an Executive Session held for the purpose of discussing and considering the Executive Director/CEO's annual review. The Executive Director provided a report detailing MGAA financial performance, including positive increases in Net Operating Income for November 2025 compared to 2024, and record commercial passenger activity for November 2025 and Calendar Year 2025. The report noted upcoming Allegiant service to three new destinations starting in February 2026, and announced several significant private development projects planned for 2026, such as a FlightSafety International Learning Center and new hotel constructions. Infrastructure updates included progress on the Runway 12R-30L reconstruction (Phase II) and the ongoing installation of a new Transportation Security Administration Checked Baggage Inspection System, a shared $46MM project. The Board unanimously approved the Consent Agenda, which included the minutes from the prior meeting, an amendment to the Executive Director's employment agreement, and budget increases/authorizations for Jet A fuel purchases and a contract for Website Redesign Services.

The meeting agenda includes a call to order, pledge of allegiance, and a motion to convene into an executive session for the Executive Director/CEO's annual review, followed by a reconvening into a regular session. Key discussion items under the consent agenda include approval of the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting, Resolution No. 26-01 approving an eleventh amendment to the Executive Director's employment agreement (effective October 1, 2025), and resolutions authorizing a budget increase of $6,200,000 for Fuel Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and authorizing a separate $6,200,000 purchase of Jet A fuel and 100LL Avgas. Additionally, the Board will consider authorizing a contract with Aviatrix Communications LLC for website redesign, hosting, and maintenance services, not to exceed $189,000 for the first year.

The Board of Directors meeting agenda includes various key actions. Under the Consent Agenda, items for approval involve authorizing the revised Airport Rates and Charges schedule effective January 1, 2026, purchasing a new Kubota agricultural tractor for airfield maintenance, procuring server equipment for IT refresh, and authorizing the Executive Director to negotiate and execute Air Carrier Operating Agreements with Allegiant Air, LLC, and Sun Country, Inc. The Board will also consider resolutions for authorizing the updated Master Plan concept for the SkyBridge Arizona development and authorizing a Development Lease with Boyer Gateway East Retail 1, L.C. for commercial space.

The meeting agenda included the Executive Director's Report, followed by a Consent Agenda featuring the approval of minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting and several resolutions. Key resolutions involved authorizing Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. to purchase insurance lines for the upcoming fiscal year, not to exceed $697,993 (Resolution No. 25-17); authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Mesa for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Services for three years, with year one not exceeding $1,830,638 (Resolution No. 25-18); and authorizing the purchase of Business and Revenue Management Software from GCR, Inc., dba TADERA, not to exceed $307,782.52 (Resolution No. 25-19). The agenda also scheduled consideration for approving the Second Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement and revised Bylaws (Resolution No. 25-21). The Executive Director's Report provided financial snapshots, updates on airport operations—including record passenger and fuel sales in March 2025—progress on construction projects like the Runway 12R-30L reconstruction, and updates on private development initiatives.