HomeMy WebLinkAboutIR 8557 INFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS NO- 8557
Ova January 6, 2004
ct To the Mayor and Members of the City Council
Page 1 of 2
SUBJECT: Update B-36 Site Study
On September 23, 2003 City Council tasked the Aviation Department with completing a site
evaluation study for the B-36 aircraft named the "City of Fort Worth". Staff met on several
occasions with representatives from both the Aviation Heritage Association and the B-36
Peacemaker Museum Inc. Aviation Department developed a proposed project scope to be
further evaluated by members from both organizations. During the process staff identified
components of the study that were beyond the capabilities of Aviation Department. As a result
staff solicited and received a cost estimate from an aviation-engineering firm based on the
proposed project scope. Initial cost estimate, based on a proposal from DMJM Aviation, is
$16,000. The proposed scope was designed to mirror the study already completed for the DFW
Site to ensure a viable comparison of the potential sites. The proposed project scope is as
follows:
➢ Review Data Collected on DFW Site
➢ Visit and Photograph Proposed Sites
➢ Collect Data
• Traffic Counts
• Population
• Vehicle Access
• Aircraft Access
• Security
➢ Conduct Comparative Analysis of Sites
• Cost to Construct
• Land Acquisition
• Synergy with other Activities
• Potential Tourism Draw
• Growth Potential of Site
• Maintenance Funding Sources
➢ Prepare CAD Drawings
➢ Prepare/Present Final Report
On November 11, 2003 at the committee's request, staff presented an update to the Capital
Improvements and Infrastructure Committee. In that forum representatives from both the
Aviation Heritage Association and the B-36 Peacemaker Museum Inc. agreed to split the cost of
the proposed study on a 50/50 cost share basis. Staff has received signed documents from
each organization identifying their respective commitments. During the meeting, it was also
suggested that a subcommittee be formed to provide oversight for the study. The basic premise
was that the subcommittee would work with members from the Aviation Heritage Association, B-
36 Peacemaker Museum Inc. and staff to further evaluate and finalize the project scope.
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INFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS NO, 8557
Tr January 6, 2004
To the Mayor and Members of the City Council
Page 2 of 2
SUBJECT: Update B-36 Site Study
The next steps include meeting with the B36 Peacemaker Museum Group and the Aviation
Heritage Association independently to solicit their input regarding the project scope
(December/January). After compiling concems/desires from both groups staff will meet with all
interested parties to finalize the project scope (January). An engineering firm will be selected
with hopes of completing the study and delivering the final report to City Council in March.
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