Public Meeting

England Economic & Industrial Development District

· 4:00 p.m. announced

England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303

Meeting documents

Commission Agenda – September 25, 2025 agenda

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  • A. CALL TO ORDER
  • B. INVOCATION
  • C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

September 25, 2025

AGENDA

    • Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent

➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.

  1. Motion to approve the minutes of August 28, 2025, Executive Committee meeting.
  2. Motion to approve the minutes of September 16, 2025, Executive Committee meeting.

THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY

ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE

September 25, 2025

Members: Steve Mansour, Chair; Charlie Weems, Vice-Chair Trey Crump, Joshua Dara, Sr., Jamar Gailes, Oday Lavergne, Myron Lawson, Jr., Joe McPherson, Patrick O’Quin, Zeb Winstead

AGENDA

    • Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent

➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.

  1. Presentation by Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel regarding review of FBO contract with Freeman Holdings of LA, as part of strategic review and planning of EEIDD, including lease of buildings, FBO services provided, fuel rates, assignments and subleases.
  2. Presentation by Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel, regarding establishment of EEIDD Administrative/Judicial Court System.

THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY

FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE

September 25, 2025

Members: Joe McPherson, Chair; Trey Crump, Vice-Chair Joshua Dara, Sr., Jamar Gailes, Oday Lavergne, Steve Mansour, Myron Lawson, Jr., Patrick O’Quin, Charlie Weems, Zeb Winstead

AGENDA

    • Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent

➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.

  1. Motion to approve the minutes of August 28, 2025, Finance/Audit Committee meeting.
  2. To receive schedule of paid invoices for the month of August 2025.

THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

September 25, 2025

Members: Patrick O’Quin, Chair; Joe McPherson, Vice-Chair Trey Crump, Joshua Dara, Sr., Jamar Gailes, Oday Lavergne, Myron Lawson, Jr., Steven Mansour, Charlie Weems, Zeb Winstead

AGENDA

    • Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent

➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.

  1. Motion to approve the minutes of August 28, 2025, Economic Development Committee meeting.
  2. Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and CSI Aviation, Inc. for acreage on the south ramp for operations and office space.
  3. Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and FPM Remediations, Inc. for office space located at 1616 Arnold Drive and 2011 Vandevelde Drive.

THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY

CAPITAL PROJECT COMMITTEE

September 25, 2025

Members: Charlie Weems, Chair; Joshua Dara, Sr, Trey Crump, Joshua Dara, Sr., Jamar Gailes, Oday Lavergne, Myron Lawson, Jr., Steve Mansour, Joe McPherson, Patrick O’Quin, Zeb Winstead

AGENDA

    • Additions to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent

➢ Solicit and hear public comments on Agenda items.

  1. Motion to approve the minutes of August 28, 2025, Capital Project Committee meeting. CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE (Continued)
  2. Motion to award contract for the AEX Baggage Replacement to G&S Mechanical USA, Inc. in the amount of $498,788.00 (Four Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand, Seven Hundred Eighty-Eight Dollars and Zero Cents) being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing implementation.
  3. Motion to approve the Executive Director’s acceptance of Grant Number 3-22-0003-102-2025 in the amount of $1,235,663.00 (One Million, Two Hundred, Thirty-Five Thousand, Six Hundred Sixty-Three Dollars and Zero Cents) from the Federal Aviation Administration to Install Instrument Approach Aid 18/36 - Phase I Design and execution of all related documents thereto.
  4. Motion authorizing Executive Director to execute Certificate of Partial Contract Acceptance for the Extension of Runway 18 & Associated Improvements - Phase 2 for Alexandria International Airport.
  5. Motion to adopt resolution authorizing the Executive Director to execute Sponsor/State Agreement No. H.016643 between the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the EEIDD for the South Ramp Expansion & Taxiway Realignment in the amount of $421,145.00 (Four Hundred Twenty-One Thousand, One Hundred Forty-Five Dollars and Zero Cents).
  6. Motion to approve Airline Incentive Program.
  7. Review updates on Capital Projects. THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Myron Lawson, Jr. Steve Mansour Joe McPherson Patrick O'Quin Charlie Weems Zeb Winstead, Chair Oday Lavergne, Vice-Chair Jamar Gailes, Secretary/Treasurer Trey Crump Joshua Dara, Sr. REGULAR MEETING September 25, 2025 England Authority Board Room AGENDA Public comments regarding an agenda item , upon which a vote is to be taken, are allowed at board and committee meetings . Individuals should, when possible, comment on proposals during Committee hearings when an agenda item is considered . The Chair will allow public comment on an agenda item prior to a vote. Comments shall be limited to 3 minutes per person and shall be Germane to the issue under consideration. Proponents and opponents should fill out a comment card and file it with the Executive Director prior to the meeting. Cards will then be handed to the Chair for use during the appropriate comment period.
  • A. Call to Order
  • B. Roll Call
  • C. Public Comments or Questions
  • D. Active Items
  1. Motion to approve the minutes of August 28, 2025, Regular Board meeting.
  2. Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and CSI Aviation, Inc. for acreage on the south ramp for operations and office space.
  3. Motion to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and FPM Remediations, Inc. for office space located at 1616 Arnold Drive and 2011 Vandevelde Drive.
  4. Motion to award contract for the AEX Baggage Replacement to G&S Mechanical USA, Inc. in the amount of $498,788.00 (Four Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand, Seven Hundred Eighty-Eight Dollars and Zero Cents) being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing implementation.
  5. Motion to approve the Executive Director’s acceptance of Grant Number 3-22-0003-102-2025 in the amount of $1,235,663.00 (One Million, Two Hundred, Thirty-Five Thousand, Six Hundred Sixty-Three Dollars and Zero Cents) from the Federal Aviation Administration to Install Instrument Approach Aid 18/36 - Phase I Design and execution of all related documents thereto.
  6. Motion authorizing Executive Director to execute Certificate of Partial Contract Acceptance for the Extension of Runway 18 & Associated Improvements - Phase 2 for Alexandria International Airport.
  7. Motion to adopt resolution authorizing the Executive Director to execute Sponsor/State Agreement No. H.016643 between the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the EEIDD for the South Ramp Expansion & Taxiway Realignment in the amount of $421,145.00 (Four Hundred Twenty-One Thousand, One Hundred Forty-Five Dollars and Zero Cents).
  8. Motion to approve Airline Incentive Program.
  • E. Comments by Legal Counsel
  • F. Comments or Questions by Commissioners
  • G. Comments by Executive Director
  • H. Staff Reports – 1) Financial
  1. Air Traffic
  2. Economic Development/Operations
  • I. Public Comments or Questions
  • J. Adjourn ADDITIONS TO AGENDA (By unanimous vote)
Commission Minutes – September 25, 2025 minutes

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THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT September 25, 2025

The regular meeting of the Executive Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, September 25, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.

The Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. and requested roll call.

The following were present: Mr. Zeb Winstead, Mr. Oday Lavergne and Mr. Jamar Gailes.

MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF AUGUST 28, 2025, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to approve minutes of August 28, 2025, Executive Committee meeting.

On vote, motion carried.

MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2025, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes , second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to approve minutes of September 16, 2025, Executive Committee meeting.

On vote, motion carried.

Mr. Winstead stated that there were no further items to discuss and asked if there were any public comments or additions to the agenda.

There being none, Mr. Winstead adjourned the Executive Committee.

Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead called upon Commissioner, Mr. Steven Mansour, Chair of the Admin/Legal Committee.

Mr. Zeb Winstead, Committee Chair EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE

THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT September 25, 2025

The regular meeting of the Admin/Legal Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, September 25, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.

The Committee Chair, Mr. Steven Mansour, requested roll call.

The following were present: Mr. Steven Mansour, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Zeb Winstead

Absent: Mr. Charlie Weems

Presentation by Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel, regarding review of FBO contract with Freeman Holdings of LA, as part of strategic review and planning of EEIDD, including lease of buildings, FBO services provided, fuel rates, assignments and subleases.

MOTION TO TABLE PRESENTATION BY MATT NOWLIN, LEGAL COUNSEL, REGARDING REVIEW OF FBO CONTRACT WITH FREEMAN HOLDINGS OF LA, AS PART OF STRATEGIC REVIEW AND PLANNING OF EEIDD, INCLUDING LEASE OF BUILDINGS, FBO SERVICES PROVIDED, FUEL RATES, ASSIGNMENTS AND SUBLEASES UNTIL OCTOBER 23, 2025 BOARD MEETING.

Motion by Mr. Steve Mansour, Second by Mr. Zeb Winstead, to table presentation by Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel, regarding review of FBO contract with Freeman Holdings of LA, as part of strategic review and planning of EEIDD, including lease of buildings, FBO services provided, fuel rates, assignments and subleases until October 23, 2025 board meeting.

On vote, motion passed.

Presentation by Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel, regarding establishment of EEIDD Administrative Court System.

Mr. Mansour stated that there were no further items to discuss and asked if there were any public comments or additions to the agenda.

There being none, Mr. Mansour adjourned the Admin/Legal Committee.

Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, called upon Commissioner Joe McPherson, Chair of the Finance/Audit Committee.

Mr. Steven Mansour, Committee Chair ADMIN/LEGAL COMMITTEE FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT September 25, 2025 The regular meeting of the Finance/Audit Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday , September 25, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana. The Committee Chair, Mr. Joe McPherson, requested a roll call. The following were present: Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steven Mansour, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Patrick O’Quin Absent: Mr. Charlie Weems MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF AUGUST 28, 2025, FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Steve Mansour , Second b y Mr. Ze b Winstead, to approve minute s of the Augu st 28, 2025, Finance/Audit Committee meeting. On vote, motion carried. TO RECEIVE SCHEDULE OF PAID INVOICES FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2025. The Commissioners reviewed the schedule of paid invoices for the month of August 2025. There were no questions or comments upon reviewing. Mr. McPherson stated that there were no further items to discuss and asked if there were any public comments or additions to the agenda. There being none, Mr. McPherson adjourned the Finance Committee. Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, called upon Commissioner Joe McPherson, Vice-Chair of the Economic Development Committee. Mr. Joe McPherson, Committee Chair FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT September 25, 2025

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, September 25, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.

The Chair, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, requested a roll call.

The following were present: Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Zeb Winstead

Absent: Mr. Charlie Weems

MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF AUGUST 28, 2025, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Oday Lavergne, Second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, to approve minutes of August 28, 2025, Economic Development Committee meeting.

On vote, motion carried.

MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN EEIDD AND CSI AVIATION, INC. FOR ACREAGE ON THE SOUTH RAMP FOR OPERATIONS AND OFFICE SPACE. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and CSI Aviation, Inc. for acreage on the south ramp for operations and office space.

Information provided by Mr. Ralph Hennessy.

On vote, motion carried.

MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN EEIDD AND FPM REMEDIATIONS, INC. FOR OFFICE SPACE LOCATED AT 1616 ARNOLD DRIVE AND 2011 VANDEVELDE DRIVE. Motion by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and FPM Remediations, Inc. for office space located at 1616 Arnold Drive and

Information provided by Mr. Ralph Hennessy.

On vote, motion carried.

The Chair, Mr. O’Quin, stated that there were no further items to discuss and next called for any additions or public comments.

There being none, Mr. O’Quin adjourned the Economic Development Committee.

Mr. Zeb Winstead called on Mr. Dara, Vice-Chair of the Capital Projects Committee.

Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Committee Chair ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District

CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE

THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT September 25, 2025

The regular meeting of the Capital Projects Committee of the England Economic and Industrial Development District was held on Thursday, September 25, 2025, in the England Authority Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana.

The Committee Vice-Chair, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., requested a roll call.

The following were present: Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Patrick O’Quin, Mr. Zeb Winstead

Absent: Mr. Charlie Weems

MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF AUGUST 28, 2025, CAPITAL PROJECT COMMITTEE MEETING. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Zeb Winstead, to approve the minutes of August 28, 2025, Capital Project Committee meeting.

On vote, motion carried.

MOTION TO AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE AEX BAGGAGE REPLACEMENT TO G&S MECHANICAL USA, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $498,788.00 (FOUR HUNDRED NINETY-EIGHT THOUSAND, SEVEN HUNDRED EIGHTY-EIGHT DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS) BEING THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER AND AUTHORIZING IMPLEMENTATION. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Zeb Winstead, to award contract for the AEX Baggage Replacement to G&S Mechanical USA, Inc. in the amount of $498,788.00 (Four Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand, Seven Hundred Eighty-Eight Dollars and Zero Cents) being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing implementation. On vote, motion carried. MOTION TO APPROVE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT NUMBER 3-22-0003102-2025 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,235,663.00 (ONE MILLION, TWO HUNDRED, THIRTY-FIVE THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED SIXTY-THREE DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS) FROM THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO INSTALL INSTRUMENT APPROACH AID 18/36 - PHASE I DESIGN AND EXECUTION OF ALL RELATED DOCUMENTS THERETO. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Zeb Winstead, to approve the Executive Director’s acceptance of Grant Number 3-22-0003-102-2025 in the amount of $1,235,663.00 (One Million, Two Hundred, Thirty-Five Thousand, Six Hundred Sixty-Three Dollars and Zero Cents) from the Federal Aviation Administration to Install Instrument Approach Aid 18/36 - Phase I Design and execution of all related documents thereto.

On vote, motion carried.

MOTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE CERTIFICATE OF PARTIAL CONTRACT ACCEPTANCE FOR THE EXTENSION OF RUNWAY 18 & ASSOCIATED IMPROVEMENTS - PHASE 2 FOR ALEXANDRIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Zeb Winstead, authorizing Executive Director to execute Certificate of Partial Contract Acceptance for the Extension of Runway 18 & Associated Improvements - Phase 2 for Alexandria International Airport. On vote, motion carried. MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE SPONSOR/STATE AGREEMENT NO. H.016643 BETWEEN THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT AND THE EEIDD FOR THE SOUTH RAMP EXPANSION & TAXIWAY REALIGNMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $421,145.00 (FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY-ONE THOUSAND, ONE HUNDRED FORTY-FIVE DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS). Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Zeb Winstead to adopt resolution authorizing the Executive Director to execute Sponsor/State Agreement No. H.016643 between the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the EEIDD for the South Ramp Expansion & Taxiway Realignment in the amount of $421,145.00 (Four Hundred Twenty-One Thousand, One Hundred Forty-Five Dollars and Zero Cents). On vote, motion carried.

Capital Projects updates: Mr. Gammel advised Committee that all information had been sent via email the week prior and there was no new information, but he was available to answer questions, if needed. No questions were presented.

There being no further items to discuss, Mr. Dara adjourned the Capital Project Committee

Mr. Charlie Weems, Chair CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE England Economic and Industrial Development District THE ENGLAND ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR SESSION SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

The England Economic and Industrial Development District met in Regular Session in the England Airpark Board Room, 1611 Arnold Drive, Alexandria, Louisiana, Thursday, September 25, 2025.

Mr. Zeb Winstead, Chair of the England Authority, called the meeting to order at 4:40 p.m.

The England Economic and Industrial Development District was duly convened as the governing authority of said District by Mr. Zeb Winstead, Chair, who stated that the England Economic and Industrial Development District was ready for the transaction of business.

Present: Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, Vice-Chair, Mr. Oday Lavergne, Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. Jamar Gailes, Mr. Trey Crump, Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr., Mr. Myron Lawson, Jr., Mr. Steve Mansour, Mr. Joe McPherson, Mr. Patrick O’Quin

Absent: Mr. Charlie Weems

The invocation was led by Mr. Joshua Dara, Sr. , and the Pledge of Allegiance by Mr. Zeb Winstead.

Also present were members of the England Authority staff: Mr. Ralph Hennessy, Executive Director, Mr. Scott Gammel, Director of Aviation, Summer Steiner, Director of Finance and Human Resources, and Mr. Matt Nowlin, Legal Counsel.

Chair, Mr. Zeb Winstead, asked if there were any public comments or questions. Hearing none, Mr. Winstead proceeded with the action items.

MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE AUGUST 28, 2025 REGULAR BOARD MEETING. Motion by Mr. Oday Lavergne, second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, to approve the minutes from the August 28, 2025 Regular Board Meeting. The Chair called for any comments from the Board or public. There being none, a vote was called, and motion carried.

MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN EEIDD AND CSI AVIATION, INC. FOR ACREAGE ON THE SOUTH RAMP FOR OPERATIONS AND OFFICE SPACE. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and CSI Aviation, Inc. for acreage on the south ramp for operations and office space.

MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN EEIDD AND FPM REMEDIATIONS, INC. FOR OFFICE SPACE LOCATED AT 1616 ARNOLD DRIVE AND 2011 VANDEVELDE DRIVE. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to authorize Executive Director to execute lease agreement between EEIDD and FPM Remediations, Inc. for office space located at 1616 Arnold Drive and 2011 Vandevelde Drive.

MOTION TO AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE AEX BAGGAGE REPLACEMENT TO G&S MECHANICAL USA, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $498,788.00 (FOUR HUNDRED NINETY -EIGHT THOUSAND, SEVEN HUNDRED Board of Commissioners Regular Session September 25, 2025

EIGHTY-EIGHT DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS) BEING THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER AND AUTHORIZING IMPLEMENTATION. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes , Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne , to award contract for the AEX Baggage Replacement to G&S Mechanical USA, Inc. in the amount of $498,788.00 (Four Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand, Seven Hundred Eighty -Eight Dollars and Zero Cents) being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing implementation.

MOTION TO APPROVE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT NUMBER 3 -22-0003102-2025 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,235,663.00 (ONE MILLION, TWO HUNDRED, THIRTY -FIVE THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED SIXTY -THREE DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS) FROM THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO INSTALL INSTRUMENT APPROACH AID 18/36 - PHASE I DESIGN AND EXECUTION OF ALL RELATED DOCUMENTS THERETO. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes, Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne, to approve the Executive Director’s acceptance of Grant Number 3 -22-0003-102-2025 in the amount of $1,235,663.00 (One Million, Two Hundred, Thirty -Five Thousand, Six Hundred Sixty -Three Dollars and Zero Cents) from the Federal Aviation Administration to Install Instrument Approach Aid 18/36 - Phase I Design and execution of all related documents thereto.

MOTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE CERTIFICATE OF PARTIAL CONTRACT ACCEPTANCE FOR THE EXTENSION OF RUNWAY 18 & ASSOCIATED IMPROVEMENTS - PHASE 2 FOR ALEXANDRIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes , Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne , authorizing Executive Director to execute Certificate of Partial Contract Acceptance for the Extension of Runway 18 & Associated Improvements - Phase 2 for Alexandria International Airport.

MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE SPONSOR/STATE AGREEMENT NO. H.016643 BETWEEN THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT AND THE EEIDD FOR THE SOUTH RAMP EXPANSION & TAXIWAY REALIGNMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $421,145.00 (FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY-ONE THOUSAND, ONE HUNDRED FORTY-FIVE DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS). Motion by Mr. Jamar Gailes , Second by Mr. Oday Lavergne to adopt resolution authorizing the Executive Director to execute Sponsor/State Agreement No. H.016643 between the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the EEIDD for the South Ramp Expansion & Taxiway Realignment in the amount of $421,145.00 (Four Hundred Twenty-One Thousand, One Hundred Forty-Five Dollars and Zero Cents).

MOTION TO APPROVE AIRLINE INCENTIVE PROGRAM.

Motion by Mr. Oday Lavergne, Second by Mr. Jamar Gailes, to approve Airline Incentive Program.

Executive Director presented information on proposed Airline Incentive Program.

By unanimous vote, motion carried.

Comments by Legal Counsel : Mr. Matt Nowlin reminded Commissioners that, if they had not completed their ethics training to please do so before December 31.

Questions by Commissioners: A motion was made by Mr. Jamar Gails to add an Executive Session to the agenda to discuss a personnel matter and failed to receive unanimous approval.

Board of Commissioners Regular Session September 25, 2025

Comments by Executive Director : Mr. Hennessy reported that a recent meeting was held with United Airlines about their reentry into the market and it looks promising. A meeting was held in Washington, D.C. with the FAA to discuss some policy issues, as well as noise program.

Staff Reports:

  1. Financial: Ms. Steiner reported that revenues are 10% above budget and expenses are 6% below budget. Met with Bank of Montgomery last Monday. All paperwork has been submitted to them to set up new accounts. Lastly, the audit took place this week. As soon as it is wrapped up, she will provide update.
  2. Air Traffic: Mr. Gammel reported that American had a little downturn due to eight cancellations (three were mechanical and others were weather related). Up 106% over for total enplanements which has to do with the ICE operations and a big military rotation. Fuel sales are up 22%. From 2023 to 2025, we are up 31% for GA traffic, due to LSUA beginning its pilot program. Military traffic is up 30%, as well as our air carrier is up 30% (not only American and Delta but ICE and military). Recognized Chief Kees and the Fire Department. Last month there were twenty medical calls and one hazmat call. Discussed Page/Ortego event that took place on September 19. Over 140 people were in attendance. Murals will be hung within the next few weeks.
  3. Economic Development/Operations: Mr. Hennessy reported that there have been discussions with Union Tank Car about an expansion plan. They are seeking to lease another 15 acres to put in some additional rail lines and other building space. They are finalizing numbers but hopefully within the next month an item can be presented to the Board. Joint submittal with EEIDD, Louisiana Central, and Cleco for the manufacturing project to work on, design and build rocket engines. It is about 125 million cap X that will create 300 permanent jobs. Food packaging operation that will create about 100 jobs with 70 million cap X. Looking for 20 to 30 acres and one of the EEIDD sites has been submitted. Gave update on England Oaks, England Estates and England Village occupancy.

Public Comments or Questions

There being no further business, Mr. Zeb Winstead adjourned the meeting at 5:17 p.m.

Zeb Winstead, Chair England Economic and Industrial Development District Board of Commissioners

Jamar Gailes, Secretary/Treasurer England Economic and Industrial Development District Board of Commissioners

Airline Incentive Program other

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England Economic and Industrial Development District Air Service Incentive Program Policy

  • I. Purpose The England Economic and Industrial Development District (EEIDD), operator of Alexandria International Airport (AEX), recognizes the importance of enhanced commercial air service to the economic vitality of Central Louisiana. The purpose of this Air Service Incentive Program (the “Program”) is to encourage air carriers to initiate new nonstop destinations or expand existing air service at AEX by providing temporary, objective, performance-based financial incentives in compliance with FAA policies on airport revenue use. This Program does not alter or supersede any existing signatory carrier agreements, leases, or other long-term contracts unless expressly amended by the EEIDD and the applicable air carrier(s).

II. Objectives The Program is designed to:

  1. Stimulate new domestic and international passenger service from AEX.
  2. Increase connectivity for business, leisure, and military travelers.
  3. Support regional economic development and tourism initiatives.
  4. Ensure competitive and sustainable growth of commercial air service.

III. Definitions

  1. “Air Carrier” shall mean a person who undertakes directly by lease, or other arrangement, to engage in air transportation, as more particularly defined by 14 C.F.R. Part 139.
  2. “Airport Revenue” shall mean funds derived from airport operations (e.g., landing fees, terminal rents, PFCs, AIP grants subject to FAA conditions). Such funds shall not be used to fund revenue guarantees or other prohibited subsidies.
  3. “Incentive” shall mean any waiver or discount of landing fees, terminal and/or gate rentals, marketing support, or any combination of the foregoing.
  4. “New Entrant” shall mean a carrier that does not have a current signatory lease or use agreement with the EEIDD airport at the time of application.
  5. Participation Agreement shall mean written agreement between EEIDD and the Air Carrier that sets forth service commitments, incentive terms, funding source certifications, reporting requirements, audit rights, and clawback and/or recoupment provisions.

IV. Eligibility To qualify for incentives under this Program, the proposed service must meet the following criteria:

  1. New Entrant Service – Scheduled passenger service to a city not currently served nonstop from AEX.
  2. Expansion by Existing Carrier – Addition of a new city or destination not currently served by that carrier from AEX.
  3. Minimum Duration – Service must operate for a minimum of twelve (12) consecutive months to be eligible for full incentives.
  4. Exclusions – Increases in frequency to currently served destinations are not eligible.
  • V. Incentive Offerings
  • A. Fee Waivers
  • • Landing Fees: Waived for up to twenty-four (24) months.
  • • Terminal/Gate Rentals: Waived for up to twenty-four (24) months, or equivalent credits provided if common-use facilities are utilized.
  • B. Cooperative Marketing Support
  • • EEIDD will provide cooperative marketing support in partnership with the air carrier.
  • • Marketing funds may be applied toward advertising, public relations, promotions, digital media, and other marketing activities that promote the new service.
  • • Maximum Available Support: Up to $50,000 in Year One and up to $50,000 in Year Two, subject to board appropriations.
  • • Air Carrier contributions to marketing efforts are strongly encouraged to leverage Program funds.

VI. Program Terms and Conditions

  1. Duration of Incentives – Incentives are available for a maximum of twenty-four (24) months per new nonstop market.
  2. Participation Agreement – Every incentive award must be memorialized in a Participation Agreement or Term Sheet that includes: precise description of incentive and dollar cap; service commitment and performance metrics; funding-source representations and warranties; payment mechanics and documentation requirements for reimbursements; audit and inspection rights; claw back and recoupment provisions; termination and dispute resolution provisions
  3. Early Termination – If the air carrier discontinues service prior to twelve (12) months of continuous operation, or otherwise fails to meet minimum service commitments, the remaining balance of incentives will cease with the service, and the claw back and recoupment provisions contained within the Participation Agreement shall be enforced.
  4. Compliance – All incentives shall comply with the FAA’s Policy and Procedures Concerning the Use of Airport Revenue.
  5. Limitations – Incentives are subject to availability of EEIDD funds and approval by the EEIDD Board of Commissioners. Incentives are not guaranteed and will be negotiated on an objective case-by-case basis.

VII. Application Process Air carriers interested in participating must submit a written request to EEIDD staff including:

  • • Proposed destination and service plan.
  • • Anticipated start date and frequency.
  • • Requested incentive support. Staff will review the application and determine the level of incentives to be applicable.

VIII. Community Support EEIDD will coordinate with regional partners, including the Chamber of Commerce, Convention & Visitors Bureau, military representatives, and economic development organizations, to maximize awareness and usage of the new service.

IX. Community Support The EEIDD shall maintain contemporaneous records of all applications, awards, funding documentation, reimbursements, and performance metrics. Summaries of incentive awards , with commercially sensitive information redacted to the maximum extent allowed under Louisiana’s Public Records Law (La. R.S. 44:1, et seq.), will be published on the EEIDD’s website.

  • X. Effective Date and Duration This Air Service Incentive Program shall become effective upon adoption by the EEIDD Board of Commissioners and shall remain in effect until modified or rescinded by Board action.

Adopted this 25th day of September, 2025 by the Board of Commissioners of the England Economic and Industrial Development District

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