Shannon Elliott

The meeting included a discussion and consideration of the proposed budget for 2026, with attention to tracking surplus and the leasing arrangement for the LEO vehicle. Input was provided on additional line items, with suggestions to be incorporated before submission to the Cities. The board also convened in an executive session.

The Texarkana Airport Authority Board meeting addressed several key areas, including financial reports, sub-committee updates, and the Airport Director's report. Discussions covered the financial report for the period ending December 31, 2024, updates on the apron project and runway extension, and details regarding the MRO site. The board also considered a self-serve fuel tank installation, landscaping RFBs, and updates to the Rates & Fees schedule. Insurance coverage for the terminal building was discussed, with presentations from multiple providers and a consideration of joining the AR Municipal League's coverage. The board approved the 2025 budget with Advanced Media and property, liability, and vehicle insurance, while tabling the 2025 Rates and Fees Schedule.

The Texarkana Airport Authority Board meeting addressed several resolutions, including entitlement transfer from TXK to FSM for FY2026, director signing engagement letter for annual audit, a multi-year agreement for Janitorial Services, a timber sale agreement (tabled for further discussion), a multi-year agreement for Escalator preventative maintenance and repairs, and a multi-year agreement for annual preventative maintenance on passenger boarding bridges. The financial report for the period ending May 31, 2025, was reviewed and accepted. Updates were provided on terminal improvements, grant agreements, apron construction phases, bronze sculptures arrival, and TEC's request to close TW Alpha. Projects like general aviation pavement rehab, Runway 4 extension and overlay, Taxiway D, and the vehicle service road were discussed. The board also discussed the MRO site work, a lease agreement with Project Paint, UL 2085 tank installation, ARFF truck replacement, and the Juvenile Building. The attorney is working on selling the old EOC building. The Airport may not join a class action lawsuit regarding firefighters, and Sam Rose will be stepping down as Fire Chief.

The Texarkana Airport Authority Board held a meeting to discuss several key items. The board approved the purchase of a John Deere 5100E and a 2025 F-250, both of which were approved in the 2025 Capital Budget. Additionally, they approved Work Order #6 with McClelland Engineering for engineering services related to the TWY D extension. The financial report was reviewed, and the Airport Director presented an update on various projects, including terminal phases, apron work, parking lot improvements, and runway extensions. There was also a discussion about potentially raising parking fees and writing off certain accounts receivables. The AIP Grant process was mentioned, and members were encouraged to present topics for more information. Lastly, there was a suggestion to put up a 'for lease' sign for the EOC building.

The Texarkana Airport Authority Board meeting included discussions on financial and operations reports, with a suggestion to combine the financial report with the Monitoring Committee's review. Updates were provided on terminal improvements, the Service Animal Relief Area, apron Phase II construction, and the GA Apron Expansion. The board addressed the runway 4 overlay, taxiway D widening, and the potential for the Airport to take over self-service fueling with Signature managing the tank. The ARFF truck replacement was approved. The board also discussed the renewal of a line of credit with Farmer's, landscaping services, insurance coverage under the City of Texarkana, a reduction in fees with Vector, and the reversion clause in leases. An executive session was held to discuss the Executive Director's annual performance.