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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEM ENT
Item No. 4.E.
For Meeting of: September 21, 2021
ITEM TITLE: Resolution authorizing the adoption of the Yakima Air Terminal-
McAllister Field's Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report
SUBMITTED BY: Robert K. Peterson,Airport Director, 509-575-6149
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
Yakima City Council adopted the Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field's Airport Master Plan in
2015, which highlights airport development over the short, intermediate, and long-term in order to
meet future aviation demands. Since adopting this instrumental plan, the airport has witnessed
tremendous growth in the form of passenger and cargo activities; ground transportation; aircraft
operations, commercial and hangar development. Given this rapid growth, the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) required the City to update the Airport Layout Plan (ALP) and provide a
Narrative Report properly reflecting these changes.
As part of the ALP update, the 2015 Airport Master Plan report was modernized to reflect current
information with an up-to-date aviation demand forecast through 2040. The updated forecast
demand was then incorporated into the plan's facility requirements, an updated alternatives
analysis, and updated Capital Improvement Program (CI P).
Enclosed is a memo summarizing the key updates to the Airport Layout Plan as well as an
approval letter from the Federal Aviation Administration.Airport staff, Federal Aviation
Administration, and Century West Engineering believe the Airport Layout Plan Update with
Narrative Report was developed including valuable information from key stakeholders to provide
the airport a functional product that encompasses all aspects of the community's needs as well as
aviation users.
The 2021 Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report can be viewed at the following
website: https://flyykm.com/wp-content/uploads/YKM-AMP_J uly-2021.pdf
ITEM BUDGETED: Yes
STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Economic Development
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER
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RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Upload Date Type
❑ Resolution 8/19/2021 Resolution
❑ Council Memo 8/19/2021 Backup Material
❑ FAA Approval Letter 8/19/2021 Backup Material
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RESOLUTION NO. R-2021-
A RESOLUTION authorizing adoption of the Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field's Airport Layout Plan
Update with Narrative Report.
WHEREAS, the City of Yakima is required to plan under the Washington State GrowthManagement
Act (GMA) RCW 36.70A.040; and
WHEREAS, the GMA RCW 36.70A.200 requires all cities and counties planning under the act
provide and plan for essential public facilities such as airports, and state or regional transportation facilities;
and
WHEREAS, the RCW 36.70.547 requires every county, city, and town in which there is located an
airport that is operated for the benefit of the general public, whether publicly owned or privately-owned
allowing public use, shall, through its comprehensive plan and development regulations, discourage the
siting of incompatible uses adjacent to such airport; and
WHEREAS, on March 3, 2015,the City Council adopted the Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field's
Airport Master Plan, which identified the airport's short, medium, and long-term plans and has since
witnessed tremendous growth to include passenger ridership, property as well as aircraft hangar
development that the Federal Aviation Administration requested the City update specific elements with the
2015 Airport Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, on July 17t, 2018, the City of Yakima entered into an Professional Services
Agreement with Century West Engineering Corporation to update the Airport Layout Plan with Narrative
Report in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration's Advisory Circular 150/5070-68, Airport
Master Plans; and
WHEREAS, the project was funded by Airport Improvement Program 3-53-0089-41 and Passenger
Facility Charge 18-17-C-00-YKM in the amount of$440,735.00; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with RCW 36.70.547 the City of Yakima and CWE provided formal
consultation with: Airport owners, managers, private airport operators, general aviation pilots, and
Washington State Department of Transportation—Aviation Division, and scheduled and conducted a series
of public meetings concerning the updated plan; and
WHEREAS, following the above mentioned public input, CWE did deliver the City'sYakima Air
Terminal /McAllister Field Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report; and
WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021,the Federal Aviation Administration reviewed the specific changes to
the Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report and provided an Airport Layout Plan and Exhibit A
approval letter, which formally adopts the Airport Layout Plan and accepts the aviation forecast; and
WHEREAS, on Friday, May 21, 2021, the City of Yakima Planning Division conducted a review of
the elements updated within the Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report and the Division
determined the update to be a procedural action and therefore was exempt from SEPA per WAC 197-11-
800(19) and didn't require updates to YMC 15.30 Airport Safety Overlay; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Yakima, having considered the record herein, hereby
finds and determines that adoption of the Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report to be in the
best interests of the City of Yakima and its residents and will promote the general health, safety and
welfare; now, therefore
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA:
The City of Yakima hereby adopts the Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field's Airport Layout Plan
Update with Narrative Report in order to properly execute the airport's short, medium, and long-
term development plans to support the modernization or expansion of the airport in order to meet
the Citizens of Yakima and the aviation industry's demands.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 21st day of September, 2021.
ATTEST: Patricia Byers, Mayor
Sonya Claar Tee, City Clerk
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F Lyyr `m Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field
2406 W.Washington Ave,Suite B
Yakima,WA 98903
(509)575-6149
www.FLYYKM.com
To: The Honorable Mayor and Yakima City Council
From: Robert K. Peterson,Airport Director
Cc: Robert Harrison,City Manager
Date: Wednesday September 1, 2021
Re: City Council Adoption of Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report
Yakima City Council adopted the Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field's Airport Master Plan in 2015, which
highlights airport development over the short, intermediate,and long-term in order to meet future aviation
demands. Since adopting this instrumental plan,the airport has witnessed tremendous growth in the form
of passenger and cargo activities; ground transportation; aircraft operations, commercial and hangar
development. Given this rapid growth, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) required the City to
update the Airport Layout Plan (ALP)and provide a Narrative Report properly reflecting these changes.
On July 17, 2018, the City of Yakima contracted with Century West Engineering to assist the airport in
updating the Airport Layout Plan to include obstruction data obtained from an Airport Geographic
Information System (AGIS) survey. As part of the ALP update, the 2015 Airport Master Plan report was
modernized to reflect current information with an up-to-date aviation demand forecast through 2040. The
updated forecast demand was then incorporated into the plan's facility requirements, an updated
alternatives analysis,and updated Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Specifically,the plan addressed the
following crucial areas:
• Collected AG IS survey data to inform the ALP update and planning analysis;
• Updated aviation demand forecast of activity for FAA approval;
• Determined runway design codes for Runway 4/22,Taxiway B;and the appropriate applicable design
standards;
• Determined airfield wide design codes, standards, geometry, operational flow, movement/non-
movement, and parking needs;
• Addressed non-standard conditions and confusing geometry;
• Updated wind data analysis and runway FAA funding eligibility;
• Reviewed South Airpark and/or other development alternatives;
• Evaluated land acquisition opportunities;and
• Identified other facility upgrades or improvements to support capacity and operations.
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Summary of Aviation Demands and Facility Requirements
Two critical components of the project evaluated the 20-year forecast which projections are used to
assess the type, timing and allocation of future airport infrastructure, equipment, and service needs to
support master plan facility recommendations, alternatives, and airport project funding strategjes.
Overall, the Yakima's aviation activity is projected to increase about one to two percent annually
throughout the 20-year forecast period, which is highly influenced by Yakima's economy and future
demands for aeronautical services. A summary of these activities is highlighted within Tablet-1: 2020
Forecast Summ ary.
Additionally, the plan looked at the existing facilities at Yakima and assessed their ability to
accommodate the forecast activity levels. Any capadty deficiencies were identified as were actions
needed to correctthem. Issues addressedwere the ultimate configuration of the airfield, the passenger
terminal, air cargo facilities, aircraft hangar and apron areas, Fixed Base Operator(FBO)facilities, access
and vehicle parking utilities, and aviation supportfacilities. A summary of the facility needs is presented
in Table 1-2:Summary of Facility Requirements.
Table 1-1: 2020 Forecast Summary
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2018 2025 2030 2035 2040
Enplaned Passengers 73,300 81,600 87,200 91,800 92,600
Operations
Commercial 7,422 8,660 9,310 9,990 10,630
General Aviation 30,217 31,980 33,310 34,690 36,130
Military 1,805 1,810 1,810 1,810 1,810
Total Operations 39,4441 42,450 44,430 46,490 48,570
Based Aircraft 131 150 157 163 173
Source: 1. Total operations as reported by ATCT(hours of operation 0600-2200 daily).
Forecast—Mead&Hunt, Century West Engineering
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"Fable 1-2: Summary of Facility Requirements
Actual Conclusions
Airfield System The wind coverage and capacity eeds at YKM are met by a single runway.Runway
9/27,at 7,604 feet,does not provide the take-off length for the future design aircraft.
A future runway length of 7,800 feet is recommended for the E175. Maintaining
Runway 4/22 at a future length of 4,000 feet is recommended due to a variety of
operational factors described in this narrative.
Passenger Terminal The existing passenger terminal building needs to be expanded and upgraded to meet
future needs. If renovations or replaced are deferred,terminal layout and
maintenance issues may require action to be taken sooner to maintain an acceptable
level of service.
Automobile Parking The current public parking lot is adequate to meet current needs. Parking lot
expansion is recommended if airline frequency increases. The overflow parking lot
should be maintained for peak travel seasons and charter flights. It is also
recommended that the rent-a-car ready/return and rental car parking area be
expanded prior to this time.
Air Cargo Although air cargo is forecast to continue to consist of feeder service using the C208,
ATR-42,ATR-72, Beechcraft 1900,and E120 aircraft,additional space will need to
be provided in the future,either by remarking existing pavement or by constructing
new.
Based Aircraft Hangar With the growth in based aircraft that has been forecast,as well as the existing
Storage unmet demand for hangar space,additional area for hangar development will need to
be made available for future development.
FBO and support Expanded FBO facilities are required to provide support for the general aviation
facility expansion community.These facilities will provide not only aircraft maintenance hangars,but
also pilot lounge areas,area for fueling aircraft,and sufficient space for transient
aircraft parking.
Fueling The current system is adequate,assuming the private sector continues to upgrade
4 their facilities and improve delivery as needed.
Snow Removal Expand the existing facility to provide sufficient parking for the airports current
Equipment& number of snow removal equipment.Or relocate the maintenance facility to another
Maintenance Building site that better suits the needs of the airport.
Air Traffic Control To remedy the line of sight concerns,it is recommended that FAA increase the
Tower height of the tower to improve visibility for the Air Traffic Controllers.
Conclusion
Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field staff, Federal Aviation Administration, and Century West Engineering
feel the Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report was developed including valuable information
from key stakeholders to provide the airport a functional product that encompasses all aspects of the
community's needs as well as aviation users. The document is a key element, which will allow City
officials and airport staff to make informative as well as timely decisions to meet growing
demands. Upon receiving City Council's approval, the airport will work closely with elected officials,
key community leaders, and aviation industry experts in further developing the Yakima community's
primary economic engine.
The 2021 Airport Layout Plan Update with Narrative Report can be viewed at the following website:
https://flvvkm.com/wp-content/uploads/YKM-AMP Julv-2021.pdf
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ALP & Exhibit A Approval Letter
Date: May 17, 2021
To: Agnes Fisher, Planner, Seattle Airports District Office
From: Robert Harrison, City Manager, City of Yakima
Robert Peterson, Airport Director, City of Yakima
Matt Rogers, Project Manager, Century West Engineering
Background
The updated Airport Layout Plan (ALP)for the Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field (YKM) consists of
Sheets 1 through 17 dated October 2020. These documents were developed based on the conclusions of
the 2020 Airport Master Plan study. This determination does not constitute FAA approval or disapproval
of the physical development involved in the proposal. It is a determination with respect to the safe and
efficient use of navigable airspace by aircraft and with respect to the safety of persons and property on
the ground.
This ALP approval is conditioned on acknowledgment that any development on airport property requiring
Federal environmental approval must receive such written approval from FAA prior to commencement of
the subject development. This ALP approval is also conditioned on acceptance of the plan under local
land use laws. The FAA encourages appropriate agencies to adopt land use and height restrictive zoning
based on the plan.
Approval of the plan does not indicate that the United States (FAA)will participate in the cost of any
development proposed. AIP funding requires evidence of eligibility and justification at the time a funding
request is submitted for consideration. When construction of any proposed structure or development
indicated on the plan is undertaken, such construction requires a normal 45-day advance notification to
FAA for review in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations(i.e., Parts 77, 157, 152, etc.).
More notice is generally beneficial to ensure that all statutory, regulatory, technical and operational issues
can be addressed in a timely manner.
ALP
The ALP consists of Sheets 1 through 17. It was prepared in accordance with current FAA airport design
standards, FAA Standard Operating Procedure 2.00. The last ALP for YKM was approved by FAA in 2015.
Major changes in this 2020 ALP from the previous version include:
+ Runway 09/27
o Future runway length will increase to 7,800 feet, based on the future design aircraft
(Embraer 175).
+ Runway 04/22
o Existing and future ARC is B-II.
o Existing design aircraft is the Beechcraft Baron and future is the King Air 350.
o Future runway length will increase to 4,000 feet and narrowed to 75 feet based on B-Il
standards.
o Runway 22 end is reconfigured to mitigate a known hotspot and eliminate the aligned
taxiway.
+ Taxiways
o Taxiway A is currently operating under a MOS that was developed to account for the
Q400. This specifies a taxiway width of 64 feet, with 20-foot shoulders with the exception
of Taxiway A5, which has a width of 75 feet with 35-foot shoulders.
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o Taxiway Al reconfiguration planned to create a 90-degree connector taxiway.
o Future partial parallel taxiway is planned to connect Taxiway C to the Runway 27 end on
the south side of Runway 9/27.
o Taxiway B is reconfigured at the Runway 22 end to remove the aligned taxiway, and
create 90-degree connector taxiways to Runway 22.
+ Landside
o Future taxilanes are planned in the south landside area (formally known as South Airpark)
to support future hangar development.
o Future reconfigured apron, taxilanes, and fuel island in the northeast landside area
(adjacent to McAllister Museum).
o Future expansion of the Snow Removal Equipment(SRE) building.
o Future reconstruction of the Terminal building and parking infrastructure.
Exhibit A
The Exhibit A—Airport Property Map consists of Sheet 17. It has been prepared in accordance with FAA
Standard Operating Procedure 3.00 and developed based on the following:
+ Airport parcels
o Existing fee and easement parcels are based on recorded conveyance documents
obtained through Airport and local records.
o Future and ultimate airport property interests are shown based on the development plans
and design standards shown on the ALP.
+ Existing fee and easement parcels, as well as recorded encumbrance boundaries, were drawn as
legally described in conveyance documents.
+ A review of the Federal grant history and associated parcel naming convention was completed.
The last Exhibit A- Property Map was updated in 2015. Major changes in this October 2020 Exhibit A
Update from the previous version includes:
+ Updated existing property boundary.
+ Updated property acquisition planned during the 20-year planning period, including the
agricultural land west of Runway 4 between S. 361h Ave and airport property; agricultural land
between Taxiway C and 161h Ave along Ahtanum Rd.
Signature Blocks
The FAA signature below acknowledges approval of the ALP and acceptance of the Exhibit A.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) City of Yakima
J ged y g Fisher
Agnes 2S Fisher S��1 Date:Digitally 2021si.0n5.18b 14A:06nes:56-07'00 ALMAJ
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Agnes Fisher, Planner Robert Harrison, City Manager
Century West Engineering Corp. City of Yakima
Matt Rogers, Project Manager Robert Peterson, Airport Director
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