Staff recommends approval. Mr. Roode responded to the Committee that Staff has reviewed the firms and concurs with the recommendations. Assistant Port Authority Attorney Greg Hagen offered legal opinions and stated that there is flexibility to use whatever number of firms that seem appropriate. After discussion, Mr. Lazzell moved approval of the recommended firms, seconded by Ms. Myers, called and carried with Mr. Geml voting nay and Commissioner Constantine absent. Request Board receive a presentation by Transportation Solutions, Inc. on the status of the Lee County Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the previously approved expansion of the Southwest Florida International Airport noise overlay zones.
Staff recommends review.
With the land acquisition for the Midfield Terminal progressing well, Staff is taking the zoning changes to public hearing before the Board after the first of the year. The third drawing included the land to be acquired. Mr. Alberts responded to questions from the Committee. It was noted by Staff that this item is for information only and that no action needs to be taken. Assistant Port Authority Attorney Greg Hagen rendered legal opinions, and stated that he has written an Opinion on this issue and would provide Mr. Lazzell with a copy.