Title
American Association of Airport Executives Membership
Description
This report requests the Transportation, Infrastructure and Innovation Subcommittee recommend City Council approval of the Aviation Department’s 2021 American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Federal Affairs Membership dues payment.
THIS ITEM IS FOR CONSENT ACTION.
Report
Summary
The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) shapes policies and recommendations that affect how Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Sky Harbor) conducts business today. AAAE provides strong and effective representation for America’s airport system to members of Congress and key executive agencies, including the Department of Transportation, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Environmental Protection Agency. AAAE represents airport interests on issues like FAA flight paths, funding for airport development, security, and maintaining strong, local control of airports.
As the owner and operator of Sky Harbor, the City of Phoenix receives great value from the services provided by the AAAE Federal Affairs membership. Sky Harbor is well represented by staff serving in AAAE leadership roles as Certified Members, Accredited Airport Executives, National Committee Chairs, and Examiners on the Southwest Regional Board of Examiners.
The airport expects 2021 to be a very active year with the administration in Washington in discussions and legislative actions related to the COVID-19 relief and recovery efforts. It is very important that Phoenix be part of the discussion to shape any legislation that would affect Sky Harbor and the community it serves.
Financial Impact
The annual dues for 2021 are $59,375.
Location
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport - 3400 E. Sky Harbor Blvd.
Council District: 8
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Mario Paniagua and the Aviation Department.