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AIRPORT COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Airport Conference Room, Palm Springs International Airport
3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 1:00 P.M.
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting may be conducted by teleconference. There will
be in-person public access to the meeting location.
To submit your public comment to the Airport Commission electronically. Material may be emailed
to: Christina.Brown@palmspringsca.gov - Transmittal prior to the start of the meeting is required. Any
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City of Palm Springs: Riverside County:
Margaret Park
City of Cathedral City:
Tony Michaelis
City of Palm Desert:
Kevin Wiseman Aftab Dada -
Chair
David Feltman
Kevin J. Corcoran
Vice Chair
J Craig Fong City of Indian Wells:
Robert Berriman
City of Coachella:
Denise Delgado
City of Rancho Mirage:
Keith Young Vacant Tracy Martin
Todd Burke M. Guillermo Suero City of La Quinta:
Kathleen Hughes
City of Desert Hot Springs:
Jan Pye
City of Indio:
Rick Wise Daniel Caldwell Dave Banks
Palm Springs City Staff
Scott C. Stiles Harry Barrett Jr., A.A.E. Jeremy Keating
City Manager Airport Executive Director Assistant Airport Director
1. CALL TO ORDER – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. POSTING OF AGENDA
3. ROLL CALL
4. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Limited to three minutes on any subject within the purview of
the Commission
6. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS
6.A Strategic Planning Session Update
Airport Commission Special Meeting Agenda
December 6, 2023 – Page 2
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6.B Master Plan Update
6.C Cancellation of December 20, 2023 Airport Commission Meeting
7. COMMISSIONERS REQUESTS AND REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
The Airport Commission will adjourn to a Regular Meeting on December 20, 2023, at 5:30
P.M.
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Harry Barrett, Jr., Airport Executive Director, City of Palm Springs, California, hereby
certify this agenda was posted on December 1, 2023, in accordance with established
policies and procedures.
PUBLIC NOTICES
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connection with the meeting is the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz
Canyon Way. Complete Agenda Packets are available for public inspection at: City Hall
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on this agenda, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at
(760) 323-8204.
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on a regular basis, you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the
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STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION UPDATE
DECEMBER 6, 2023
•Welcome (10 Minutes)
•Division Highlights (10 Minutes)
•Executive Director’s Mission for 2024 Strategic Business Plan
(10 Minutes)
•Airline Use and Lease Agreement (AULA) (5 Minutes)
•FAA Funds (10 Minutes)
•5-Year Capital Plan Review & Progress Report (15 Minutes)
•Airport Staffing Update (5 Minutes)
•PSP Challenges (15 Minutes)
•Commissioners Feedback (20 Minutes)
Welcome
Division Highlights
Administration
•Airport Re-organization
•2-Year Budget Adoption
•Airport Use and Lease Agreement (AULA)
•Retail and Food & Beverage Concessions Awarded
•3rd Annual Job Fair
•Contract Processing
•58 Contracts
•Airport Concessionaires and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (AC/DBE) Goals for Federal Fiscal
Year 2024-2026
•Turo Peer-2-Peer Vehicle Sharing
•Improved Staff Development &Succession Planning
•Revenue Growth
•Increased revenues of $14M in last 12 months
Maintenance
•8,718 Work Orders Completed
•Taxiway "H" Repairs
•Airfield Repairs -$1,000,000
•Terminal Building Repairs -$390,000
•HVAC Repairs -$100,000
•Regional Jet Concourse Carpet Replacement
•Staffing Restructuring and Training Development
•Baggage Handling System Improvements
•18 Maintenance On-Call Contracts & 2 Product Supplies Contracts
Marketing & Air Service
•Launched new brand
•Launched new website
•Awarded Best New Airport Website by Airports Council International –
North America
•Pursued Alaska nonstop service to JFK
•New In-terminal Advertising Program that decluttered baggage claim and
increased revenue
•Launching Sunny Skies Ahead –PSP Newsletter
•Implemented New Trip Planning tool for flyPSP.com
•Developed new Social Media Strategy and Media Policy
•Navigator Post-Security Utilization
•New Lost & Found Program
Operations/Security
•Aircraft Gate Parking Re-survey & Markings –Increased Gate Utilization
•Airport Common Use Service (ACUS) -Increased Gate Utilization
•Signature Flight Support (FBO) Ramp Aircraft Ingress/Egress Redesign-Increased
General Aviation Aircraft Accommodation
•Gatekeeper –New Commercial Ground Transportation System
•AirBadge –New Security Identity Management System
•Overflow Parking Lighting and Vehicle Location Signage
•Aviation Worker Screening Implementation
•FAA Required Safety Management Systems (SMS) Program Development
•Renovated the Airport Control Center
Executive Director’s Mission to Establish
2024 Strategic Business Plan
What we hope to achieve via the
Airport’s business plan:
•Communicate vision to community and stakeholders
•Give the PSP organization direction
•Define and track progress toward key goals
•Improve Business Decisions
Strategic Business Plan Framework
Define & Articulate Pillars in 2024
Envisioned to set the priorities for the subsequent 4-5 years
•Mission –Completed (established 2023)
•Vision –Completed (established 2023)
•Strategic Goals
•Objectives
•Action Plans
•Performance Measures
•Strategic Plan to be presented to the Commission in December 2024 and
quarterly updates will be provided on staff's progress
Airline Use and Lease Agreement (AULA)
OLD AULA NEW AULA
Rate Method Residual Rate Method
Hybrid Rate Method (Residual Airfield/Compensatory
Terminal)
Cash Reserves 60 days cash reserves 360 days operating cash reserves
Majority-in-Interest
Clause
$300K threshold for airline
approval $800K threshold for airline approval
Gate Use
*Not relevant under current
agreement
Charges on gate turns capped at 5 turns; Requires
airlines to use CUPPS
Preferential Gate
*Current agreement does not allow
2nd gate
Requires 7 turns for airline to secure second
preferential use gate
Bag System Charges *Currently not charged Enplaned passenger charge for bags; review at 3 years
Insurance Liability New requirements for Environmental Liability
Other
•New requirement to comply with Sustainability goals
where possible
•Monthly requirement for true-up due to profit
sharing
FAA Funds
•Airport Capital Improvement Program (ACIP)
•Entitlement
•Discretionary (Competitive)
•Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL)
•Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG)
•Discretionary (Competitive)
•Airport Terminal Program (ATP)
•Competitive bid only
Airport Improvement Program
Carry Forward AIP Entitlement (408,339)
AIP Entitlement FFY2023 (4,339,170)
FFY22 -Taxiway Rehabilitation 571,158
FFY22 -Hot Spot Study 181,320
FFY22 -Wildlife Hazard Assessment 126,924
FFY23 -Master Plan 2,108,584
Balance (1,759,523)
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Carry Forward BIL Entitlement (10,366,004)
BIL Entitlement FFY2023 (5,552,758)
FFY23 Arrivals Baggage Claim 32,000,000
Balance 16,081,238
5-Year Capital Review
and Progress Report
The following are the results of a Capital Improvement Project survey
completed by the Commissioners in 2022.
Over the next five (5) years, what type of future improvements do you think
should be the highest, second highest, and lowest priority for PSP
management staff?
Highest & Second Highest
•Replace or improve aging infrastructure
Lowest
•Historical Preservation
5-YEAR CAPITAL PLAN IN PROGRESS PROJECTS
Proposed Completion FY
1 Public Parking Electrification –Parking Lot D Q4 -2024
2 Sterile Area Shade Structures Q4 -2024
3 Taxiway "W" and "A1" Rehabilitation Q4 -2024
4 Hot Spot Study Q4 -2024
5 Procure Zero Emission Buses Q4 -2024
6 Master Plan Q1 -2025
7 Wildlife Hazard Assessment Q1 -2025
8 Terminal Optimization (Common Use)Q3 -2025
9 Employee/Economy Parking Lots & Commercial
Transit Reconfiguration
Q4 -2025
10 Restroom Renovations Q3 -2025
11 Baggage Claim Expansion and Renovation Q4 -2025
12 Outbound Baggage Handling System Q3 -2026
5-YEAR CAPITAL PLAN IN EXPECTED PROJECTS
Proposed Completion FY
1 Parking Revenue System Q4 -2024
2 Consolidated Rental Car Facility -Design Q4 -2026
Measure J
3 Carpet Replacement -Main Terminal/Lobby/Security
Checkpoint Q4 -2024
4 Replace Eight Water Fill Stations Q4 -2024
5 Mid-Century Outdoor Seating Benches/Circular
Benches/Interior Benches/Cement Planting
Structures
Q1 -2025
6 Shade Structure -Uber/Lyft/Taxi Q2 -2025
Airport Staffing Update
AIRPORT STAFFING UPDATE
Airport Police Fire
Total Positions as of 12/31/22 74.5 10 9
No. of Recruitments as of 12/1/23 12 0 3
No. of Vacant Positions as of 12/1/23 21 1 0
Total Filled Positions 65.5 9 12
PSP Challenges
•Decentralized Department Functions
•Human Resources
•Information Technology
•Procurement
•Permitting
•Prolonged Employee Hiring Process
•Recruitment of Contractors
•Space Constraints
Commissioners Feedback
CHAPTER 4 – REFINED TERMINAL AREA ALTERNATIVES
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Chapter 4 Part II –
Refined Terminal Area Alternatives
INTRODUCTION
Part 1 of Chapter 4 analyzed four high-level development concepts. These “initial alternatives” were
presented to PSP staff, Palm Springs Airport Commission, Master Plan Working Group members, and the
Palm Springs City Council. Additionally, a September 2023 open house provided information to the
community on the Master Plan process, work completed to-date, an overview of initial alternatives, and
a chance for the public to ask questions and provide feedback.
This chapter presents refined versions of Alternatives 1A and 3 with the goal of providing additional
analysis to the Working Group, Airport Staff, and the City of Palm Springs that would allow for an informed
decision on a preferred alternative. The last section of this chapter provides recommendations for
incorporating equity and sustainability in the design of any planned terminal area improvements.
Alternatives 1B and 2 were not carried forward for further refinement. The reasons Alternative 1B was
not carried forward include:
▪ Alternative 1B’s design is less efficient than Alternative 1A. Specifically, 1B requires substantially
more concourse space to meet gate needs compared to 1A.
▪ Alternative 1B requires funneling additional passengers through the narrow circulation space in the
Bono Concourse to the new southeast pier.
MASTER PLAN
Airport Master Plan
A Vision for Our Airport’s Future
Airport Master Plan
A Vision for Our Airport’s Future
Alternatives Comparison
Approach 1:
Maximum Reuse
Approach 2:
Partial Reuse
Approach 3:
Southern Development
Existing to Remain
Terminal (Departures)
Terminal (Arrivals)
Concourse
CONRAC
Courtyard
Surface Parking
Property Line
Future Property
Airport Master Plan
A Vision for Our Airport’s Future
Airport Master Plan
A Vision for Our Airport’s Future
Alternatives Comparison
Approach 1:
Maximum Reuse
Approach 2:
Partial Reuse
Approach 3:
Southern Development
Existing to Remain
Terminal (Departures)
Terminal (Arrivals)
Concourse
CONRAC
Courtyard
Surface Parking
Property Line
Future Property
Airport Master Plan
A Vision for Our Airport’s Future
Airport Master Plan
A Vision for Our Airport’s Future
Alternatives Comparison
Approach 1:
Maximum Reuse
Approach 2:
Partial Reuse
Approach 3:
Southern Development
Existing to Remain
Terminal (Departures)
Terminal (Arrivals)
Concourse
CONRAC
Courtyard
Surface Parking
Property Line
Future Property
Airport Master Plan
A Vision for Our Airport’s Future
Airport Master Plan
A Vision for Our Airport’s Future
Alternatives Comparison
Approach 1:
Maximum Reuse
Approach 2:
Partial Reuse
Approach 3:
Southern Development
Existing to Remain
Terminal (Departures)
Terminal (Arrivals)
Concourse
CONRAC
Courtyard
Surface Parking
Property Line
Future Property
Figure 4-7: Initial Alternatives
Alt 1BAlt 1A
Alt 2 Alt 3
Approach 1: Maximum Reuse
APPROXIMATE SCALE 1” = 1,400’
Approach 2: Partial Reuse Approach 3: Southern Development
LEGEND
Terminal (Arrivals)
Existing to Remain
Terminal (Departures)
Courtyard
Concourse
CONRAC
Property Line
Future Property
Surface Parking
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▪ Complex renovations of existing facilities that would increase cost and negatively impact passenger
experience.
▪ Alternative 1B would reduce post-security outdoor space.
The reasons Alternative 2 was not carried forward include:
▪ Alternative 2 would require complicated construction phasing.
o Multiple construction phases within the existing terminal footprint would be required.
o Significant disruptions to passenger experience and operations would be expected during
construction.
▪ Alternative 2 would have high anticipated costs.
o Higher initial costs are expected due to complicated phasing and construction of a
comparatively larger facility footprint.
o Higher ongoing operations and maintenance costs due to its larger facility footprint.
REFINED TERMINAL AREA ALTERNATIVES
Refinements made to Alternative 1A and Alternative 3 are detailed in the following sections. Construction
of the entire 20-year development alternative at one time in not feasible. Consequently, a phasing plan
has been developed for each alternative focused on minimizing impacts to terminal passengers and
tenants during construction and increasing the funding feasibility of the alternative. Both alternatives
include four major phases of construction. Additional objectives of alternative phasing include
incrementally meeting the four planning activity levels (PALs) detailed in Chapter 3 - Terminal Area
Facility Requirements while minimizing costs. Actual construction of alternatives could be broken down
into additional phases or consolidated into fewer phases depending on future circumstances and
preferences.
Alternative 1A Overview
Changes to Alternative 1A from the “initial alternative” version include:
▪ The addition of two rotundas to the southern pier;
▪ The relocation of Kirk Douglas Way to the south to accommodate dual ADG-III taxilanes between
the concourses and additional space for headhouse expansion and post-security outdoor space;
▪ The addition of a planned Ground Transportation Center (GTC) along with a Central Utility Plant
(CUP); and
▪ The addition of roadway and surface parking details.
The full build out of refined Alternative 1A is shown on Figure 4-8. Primary access remains at Tahquitz
Canyon Way and El Cielo Rd, with secondary access from the Coachella Valley via Ramon Road and a
relocated and reconfigured Kirk Douglas Way. Public access to the Consolidated Rent-A-Car facility
(CONRAC) is at the west side of the facility via El Cielo. A traffic signal is proposed at the entrance. An
access road for deliveries to the southern end of the proposed terminal is proposed.
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LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
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AIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
LOT G
LOT D
LOT B
LOT F
LOT A
AUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 70,000 SF N/A
B 80,000 SF N/A
C 337,000 SF 1036
D 56,000 SF 172
E 181,000 SF 556
F 123,000 SF 378
G 342,000 SF 1052
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
LOT C
LOT E
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
Source: Gensler and Mead & Hunt, 2023
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The roadway network adjacent to the terminal would be maintained as a single level roadway system,
expanding the curbsides and terminal to the south and north.
Along the curbside, the ticketing and baggage claim areas are expanded to the south and north,
respectively. This accommodates growth in the ticketing, security, and the baggage claim programs.
Ticketing would shift south, thereby allowing for the Security Screening Check Point (SSCP) to also expand.
The proposed Ground Transportation Center would accommodate public transportation connections,
shuttles, and potentially taxis and ride share vehicles.
Post security, travelers would enter an expanded courtyard providing central access to three concourses:
a new north concourse, the existing Bono Concourse, and a new south concourse. Travelers would also
have the option of accessing the southern concourse without entering an outdoor courtyard. The existing
Bono Concourse remains in this concept.
The new north concourse can accommodate up to eight narrow-body gates. Four gates are Multiple
Aircraft Ramp System (MARs) gates for the Federal Inspection Station (FIS), and they could be swapped
out for wide-body aircraft at a 2:1 ratio. Given the north concourse’s proximity to baggage claim and the
arrivals curb, this concourse would also have a sterile corridor and FIS allowing for arriving international
flights operations.
The new southern concourse would accommodate 19 narrow-body gates serving domestic or pre-cleared
arriving operations. The concourse would be dual level, accommodating the expanded baggage handling
system at the apron level and loading by jet bridge at the second level. A dual level concourse could also
accommodate ramp loaded aircraft operations.
Options for public and employee parking expansion were considered for every phase of development.
Surface parking square footage and the assumed parking spaces provided by proposed lots are detailed
in phasing exhibits.
The rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost for the full build out of Alternative 1A is approximately $2.2
billion. The full build out would accommodate 34 narrowbody aircraft gate positions and eight remain
overnight (RON) parking positions.
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Alternative 1A Phasing
1A - Phase 1
The initial project phase includes the build-out of a new north concourse with 5 gates, which can flex to 7
narrow body gates (Figure 4-9). Accommodations for international arrivals with a commercial aviation FIS
is included in this phase. The proposed CONRAC connects directly to the terminal, while the Ground
Transportation Center (GTC) sits in front of the main entrance. A new Central Utility Plant (CUP) would be
constructed on the west side of El Cielo adjacent to a proposed parking lot. Phase 1 in this concept would
increase the number of available narrowbody aircraft gate positions from 18 to 25. This number is reduced
to 23 if two widebody aircraft are present at the new north concourse. The ROM cost for Phase 1 is
approximately $900 million.
1A - Phase 2
The proposed Phase 2 of this concept (Figure 4-10) would increase ticketing and security and add a new
southern concourse pier with eight gates. The Regional Jet Concourse would be demolished to allow for
the pier construction, while Kirk Douglas Way would be realigned to accommodate dual taxiways on both
sides of the pier and provide additional space for headhouse and post-security outdoor space. Vehicle
flow and surface parking would be reconfigured to account for the realignment of Kirk Douglas Way and
maximizing parking potential. There would be 24 narrowbody aircraft gate positions after completion of
this phase. The ROM cost for Phase 2 is approximately $1.1 billion.
1A - Phase 3
Phase 3 of this concept (Figure 4-11) would extend the south pier to the east and accommodate five
additional gates. After completion of Phase 3 there would be 29 narrowbody aircraft gate positions. The
ROM cost for Phase 3 is approximately $100 million.
1A - Phase 4
The proposed Phase 4 of this concept (Figure 4-12) is the final phase and includes the last expansion to
the south pier with five additional gates added to the east end. There would be 34 total narrowbody gate
positions after Phase 4 is completed. The ROM cost for Phase 4 is approximately $100 million.
A summary of Alternative 1A phasing is provided in Table 4-1 along with planning activity level (PAL)
requirements for gate positions and vehicle parking.
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LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
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AIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
LOT D
LOT B
LOT F
LOT A
AUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 70,000 SF N/A
B 80,000 SF N/A
C 247,000 SF 760
D 56,000 SF 172
E 116,000 SF 356
F 418,000 SF 1286
G 66,000 SF 204
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
LOT C
LOT E
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
1.Relocate Signature Aviation, USO, CBP
and rental car parking to accommodate
the new CONRAC.
2.New Central Utility Plant.
3.New north concourse with international
arrivals capability.
4.New apron for aircraft parking and
updated taxiway striping.
5.Potential parking lot expansions to
accommodate displaced parking from
the proposed GTC, accommodate project
parking demand growth, and provide
additional surface parking for rental car
vehicles during constructions of the
CONRAC.
6.5-level CONRAC facility with customer
service lobby located adjacent to bag
claim.
7.GTC flanking central garden at entry.
8.Connector road for commercial access to
the GTC.
9.Potential remain overnight (RON)
aircraft parking.
Aircraft Parking 23 (25 Narrow Body)
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LOT G
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Figure 4-10: Alternative 1A Phase 2
LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
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AIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
LOT G
LOT D
LOT B
LOT F
LOT A
AUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 70,000 SF N/A
B 80,000 SF N/A
C 337,000 SF 1036
D 56,000 SF 172
E 181,000 SF 556
F 123,000 SF 378
G 342,000 SF 1052
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
LOT C
LOT E
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
1.Temporary bag makeup (final location will
be under the new southern pier).
2.Kirk Douglas Way relocation and
reconfiguration.
3.Adjustments to vehicle surface parking
after roadway reconfiguration.
4.Ticketing and south pier expansion. The
existing checked bag inspection system
will remain in its current location.
5.Demolition of the Regional Jet Concourse.
6.New dual Group III taxilane to be
constructed on both sides of the pier.
7.New aircraft parking apron on both sides
of the pier.
8.Up to 8 remain overnight (RON) aircraft
parking positions.
9.Potential land acquisition for additional
vehicle parking.
Aircraft Parking Count: 22 (24 Narrow Body)
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Source: Gensler and Mead & Hunt, 2023
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Figure 4-11: Alternative 1A Phase 3
LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
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AIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
LOT G
LOT D
LOT B
LOT F
LOT A
AUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 70,000 SF N/A
B 80,000 SF N/A
C 337,000 SF 1036
D 56,000 SF 172
E 181,000 SF 556
F 123,000 SF 378
G 342,000 SF 1052
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
LOT C
LOT E
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
1.South pier expands to the east.
2.New aircraft parking apron on both sides of the pier.
Aircraft Parking Count: 27 (29 Narrow Body)
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Figure 4-12: Alternative 1A Phase 4
LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
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AIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
LOT G
LOT D
LOT B
LOT F
LOT A
AUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 70,000 SF N/A
B 80,000 SF N/A
C 337,000 SF 1036
D 56,000 SF 172
E 181,000 SF 556
F 123,000 SF 378
G 342,000 SF 1052
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
LOT C
LOT E
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
1.South pier expands to the east.
2.New aircraft parking apron surrounding the end of the pier.
Aircraft Parking Count: 32 (34 Narrow Body)
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Table 4-1: Alternative 1A Summary
Alternative 1A
Consideration Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4
Phase ROM Cost $900M $1.1B $100M $100M
ROM Total Cost $900M $2B $2.1B $2.2B
Gate Positions (Narrowbody) 25 24 29 34
RON Positions 5 8 8 8
Courtyard s.f. (secure side) 61,000 88,000 88,000 88,000
Surface Parking Spaces 2,778 3,194 3,194 3,194
Planning Activity Level Requirements PAL 1 PAL 2 PAL 3 PAL 4
Gate Positions (Narrowbody) 23 24 27 32
Public & Employee Parking Spaces 2,063 2,450 2,756 3,321
Alternative 3 Overview
Changes to Alternative 3 from the “initial alternative” version include:
▪ The easternmost pier is no longer on a north-south alignment; it now runs parallel to the runway
and adjacent to the relocated Kirk Douglas Way.
▪ The addition of a Ground Transportation Center along with a Central Utility Plant.
▪ Additional roadway and surface parking details are provided.
The full build out of refined Alternative 3 is shown on Figure 4-13.
Alternative 3 replaces and relocates the airport terminal and all concourses to the southern side of the
terminal area along the relocated and reconfigured Kirk Douglas Way. Given the historic nature of the
Wexler terminal building it would be the only structure to remain, and its new function would be decided
by the community. The new terminal would span east and west, with two concourse piers extending in a
north and south alignment and the third pier running parallel to the runway along Kirk Douglas Way.
Between the western and central concourse piers is a dual ADG-III taxilane or single ADG-V taxilane, and
the two MARs positions.
Access to the terminal from Tahquitz and El Cielo would remain; however, major reworks of the landside
roadway system, pedestrian access, and surface parking is anticipated. Secondary access from El Cielo
would be available via a proposed road along the southern edge of airport property. Access from the
Coachella Valley is provided via Ramon Road and the reconfigured Kirk Douglas Way. Public access to the
CONRAC is at the west side of the facility via El Cielo. A traffic signal is proposed at the entrance.
The new terminal would have the departures curb and ticketing at the east end, and the arrivals curb and
baggage claim at the west end. The proposed Ground Transportation Center would accommodate public
transportation connections, shuttles, and potentially taxis and ride share vehicles. The SSCP is located at
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EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
LOT F
LOT D
LOT C
LOT A
LOT E
LOT G
LOT H
LOT B
SKYBRIDGEAUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 397,000 SF 1221
B 70,000 SF 215
C 80,000 SF 246
D 56,000 SF 172
E 146,000 SF 449
F 342,000 SF 1052
G 59,000 SF N/A
H 28,000 SF 86
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
AIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
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the center of the terminal, between ticketing and baggage. There is an opportunity at this point for
passengers to ascend to a second level, allowing for space at the apron level for the baggage handling
system.
Post security passengers can remain in the terminal building or enter a newly planned central open-air
courtyard. Covered portions of the terminal could be opened to the courtyard while providing coverage
from sun or rain, or it could be fully enclosed and conditioned.
All concourse piers are currently envisioned to be two levels, with the flexibility to have some portions be
at ramp level to allow for ramp boarding operations. The two-level concourses would allow for passenger
enplaning via a boarding bridge on the second level, with a baggage handling system and offices at the
apron level. Given the proximity to baggage and arrivals curb, the FIS and sterile corridor would be located
adjacent to western concourse pier.
Options for public and employee parking expansion were considered for every phase of development.
Surface parking square footage and the assumed parking spaces provided by proposed lots are detailed
in phasing exhibits. If Signature Flight Support is relocated to the other side of the airfield, available
property could be converted to surface parking. For planning purposes, Alternative 3 phasing will show
conversion of a large portion of this property to parking. Passengers utilizing this lot and other remote
lots would likely require shuttle transportation to and from the terminal GTC.
The rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost for the full build out of Alternative 3 is approximately $2.8
billion. The full build out would accommodate 32 narrowbody aircraft gate positions and eight RON
parking positions.
Alternative 3 Phasing
3 - Phase 1
Phase 1 of this concept includes an all-new terminal building/headhouse on the south side of the terminal
area (Figure 4-14). Phase 1 focuses on the processors, ticketing, security, baggage claim, baggage
screening, Customs and Border Protection for international arrivals. Phase 1 increases the number of
available narrowbody aircraft gate positions from the 18 available today to 20. The number of gate
positions is reduced to 18 if two widebody aircraft are present. A new CUP would be constructed on the
west side of El Cielo adjacent to a potential employee parking lot. The new CONRAC would be located to
the west of the new terminal adjacent to bag claim. Kirk Douglas Way would be relocated to the south,
and a GTC is planned directly across from the main entrance. The ROM cost for Phase 1 is approximately
$1.7 billion.
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LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
LOT F
LOT D
LOT C
LOT E
LOT G
LOT H
LOT B
SKYBRIDGEAUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 397,000 SF 1221
B 70,000 SF 215
C 80,000 SF 246
D 56,000 SF 172
E 146,000 SF 449
F 342,000 SF 1052
G 59,000 SF N/A
H 28,000 SF 86
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
AIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
1.Kirk Douglas Way is relocated and reconfigured.
2.New Central Utility Plant.
3.New headhouse with arrivals and departures on one level.
4.New pavement for aircraft parking and apron taxilanes.
5.Potential parking expansion are if Signature Flight Support is
relocated.
6.4-level CONRAC.
7.GTC and vehicle parking.
8.Temporary striping for dual Group III taxilane at west gates.
9.Potential land acquisition for additional surface parking.
10.Demolition of the Bono Concourse and Reginal Jet Concourse.
11.Potential for remain overnight (RON)Parking
Aircraft Parking Count: 18 (20 Narrow Body)
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3 - Phase 2
Phase 2 of this concept (Figure 4-15) would include the addition of four new gates to the central pier that
would be built during Phase 1 of Alternative 3. The addition of the four gates would occur after the existing
Bono Concourse and Regional Jet Concourse are demolished, and the adjacent apron has been expanded
and rehabilitated. The terminal designed by Donald Wexler would be restored during this phase for future
use. After completion of Phase 2 there would be 24 total narrowbody aircraft gate positions. The ROM
cost for Phase 2 is approximately $900 million.
3 - Phase 3
During Phase 3 of this concept (Figure 4-16) the central pier would be extended to accommodate four
additional gates for a total of 28 narrowbody aircraft gate positions. The ROM cost for Phase 3 is
approximately $100 million.
3 - Phase 4
Phase 4 is the final phase proposed phase of this concept (Figure 4-17) and includes the expansion of the
west pier to accommodate four additional gates for a total of 32 narrowbody aircraft gate positions. The
ROM cost for Phase 4 is approximately $100 million.
A summary of Alternative 3 phasing is provided in Table 4-2 along with planning activity level (PAL)
requirements for gate positions and vehicle parking.
Table 4-2: Alternative 3 Summary
Alternative 3
Consideration Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4
Phase ROM Cost $1.7B $900M $100M $100M
Running ROM Cost Total $1.7B $2.6B $2.7B $2.8B
Gate Positions (Narrowbody) 20 24 28 32
RON Positions 3 11 8 8
Outdoor Courtyard (SF) 26,000 26,000 26,000 26,000
Surface Parking Spaces 3,441 3,441 3,441 3,441
Planning Activity Level Requirements PAL 1 PAL 2 PAL 3 PAL 4
Gate Positions (Narrowbody) 23 24 27 32
Public & Employee Parking Spaces 2,063 2,450 2,756 3,321
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LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
LOT F
LOT D
LOT C
LOT E
LOT G
LOT H
LOT B
SKYBRIDGEAIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
1.Restoration of the original Wexler Terminal Building for future uses.
2.New pavement and striping for triple Group III taxilane.
3.New pavement for aircraft parking.
4.Activate the 4 gate on the west side of the central pier.
5.Potential for remain overnight (RON) aircraft parking.
Aircraft Parking Count: 22 (24 Narrow Body)
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LOT AREA SPACES*
A 397,000 SF 1221
B 70,000 SF 215
C 80,000 SF 246
D 56,000 SF 172
E 146,000 SF 449
F 342,000 SF 1052
G 59,000 SF N/A
H 28,000 SF 86
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
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LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
LOT F
LOT D
LOT C
LOT E
LOT G
LOT H
LOT B
SKYBRIDGEAIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
1.Central pier expands to the north.
2.RON parking converts to gate parking.
Aircraft Parking Count: 26 (28 Narrow Body)
2
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Source: Gensler and Mead & Hunt, 2023
AUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 397,000 SF 1221
B 70,000 SF 215
C 80,000 SF 246
D 56,000 SF 172
E 146,000 SF 449
F 342,000 SF 1052
G 59,000 SF N/A
H 28,000 SF 86
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
LOT A
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Figure 4-17: Alternative 3 Phase 4
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LEGEND:
EXISTING SIGNAL
PROPOSED SIGNAL
EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN
HEADHOUSE
PARKING
COURTYARD / GREENSPACE
CONRAC
FUTURE PROPERTY ACQUISITION
EXISTING AIRPORT PROPERTY
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER
CONCOURSE
LOT F
LOT D
LOT C
LOT E
LOT G
LOT H
LOT B
SKYBRIDGEAIRCRAFT AT GATE
AIRCRAFT RON
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AREA
CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT
1.West pier expands to the north.
2.New apron for aircraft parking
Aircraft Parking Count: 30 (32 Narrow Body)
1
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Source: Gensler and Mead & Hunt, 2023
AUTO PARKING
LOT AREA SPACES*
A 397,000 SF 1221
B 70,000 SF 215
C 80,000 SF 246
D 56,000 SF 172
E 146,000 SF 449
F 342,000 SF 1052
G 59,000 SF N/A
H 28,000 SF 86
* Based on assumption of 325 SF per parking area (includes circulation)
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Refined Alternatives Summary
The two alternative development concepts that are the subject of this chapter were indicated as the
preferred concepts by the PSP Master Plan Working Group. A public open house was also held to present
the initial concepts to the community and a preference was indicated for Alternatives 1A and 1B in this
meeting and in online comment submissions from the community. This chapter presented refined
versions of the Working Group’s preferred alternatives with the goal of providing additional analysis to
the Working Group, Airport Staff and the City of Palm Springs that would allow for an informed decision
on selection of a preferred alternative. The focus of the additional analysis was on phasing of each
alternative and planning level cost estimates for each phase in the alternatives. Figure 4-18 provides a
comparative summary of both alternatives. Figures 4-19 through 4-23 provide terminal area renderings
for Alternative 1A and Alternative 3.
Recommendations for incorporating equity and sustainability in the design of the planned terminal area
improvements are provided in the final section of this chapter. After a tentative preferred terminal area
alternative is selected, the preferred alternative will ultimately be presented and recommended to the
Palm Springs City Council in early 2024 along with a preferred airfield alternative. The combined terminal
area and airfield alternatives will comprise the conceptual development plan for this Comprehensive
Airport Master Plan.
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Figure 4-18: Alternatives Summary
Alternative 1A
Consideration Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4
Phase ROM Cost $900M $1.1B $100M $100M
Running ROM Cost Total $900M $2B $2.1B $2.2B
Gate Positions (Narrowbody)25 24 29 34
RON Positions 5 8 8 8
Courtyard s.f. (secure side)61,000 88,000 88,000 88,000
Surface Parking Spaces 2,778 3,194 3,194 3,194
Alternative 3
Consideration Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4
Phase ROM Cost $1.7B $900M $100M $100M
Running ROM Cost Total $1.7B $2.6B $2.7B $2.8B
Gate Positions (Narrowbody)20 24 28 32
RON Positions 3 11 8 8
Courtyard s.f. (secure side)26,000 26,000 26,000 26,000
Surface Parking Spaces 3,441 3,441 3,441 3,441
Planning Activity Level Requirements PAL 1 PAL 2 PAL 3 PAL 4
Gate Positions (Narrowbody)23 24 27 32
Public & Employee Parking Spaces 2,063 2,450 2,756 3,321
Alternative 1A
Alternative 3
Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 3
Phase 4
Phase 4
Phase 3
Phase 2
Phase 1
Figure 4-19: Alternative 1A Northeast View
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Source: Gensler, 2023
Figure 4-20: Alternative 1A Southwest View
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Source: Gensler, 2023
Figure 4-21: Alternative 1A Tahquitz View
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Source: Gensler, 2023
Figure 4-22: Alternative 3 Northeast View
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Source: Gensler, 2023
Figure 4-23: Alternative 3 Southeast View
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Source: Gensler, 2023
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EQUITY AND SUSTAINABILITY CONSIDERATIONS
In either of the previously described concepts, the goal would be the design of an effective, efficient and
sustainable terminal. To create a sustainable airport terminal, a range of factors pertaining to land use,
transportation, stakeholder relations, and resilience should be considered in the design process. The
objective being to develop the terminal improvements in phases that seamlessly integrate the
surrounding environment, supports the well-being of stakeholders, and is resilient to challenges.
Building a terminal that incorporates equity and sustainability creates a space that attempts to address
the needs of all stakeholders while minimizing environmental impacts. The following sections explain
equity and sustainability factors that were taken into consideration when choosing the refined
alternatives.
Equity Factors:
▪ Accessibility for All: Ensures the terminal is accessible to
individuals of all abilities. Incorporates ramps, elevators, tactile
indicators, limits walking distance and other features that make
navigation easy for people with disabilities.
▪ Inclusive Design: Creates spaces that are inclusive of diverse
cultural backgrounds and age groups. Consider cultural
sensitivities, multilingual signage, and spaces that accommodate
families, children, and elderly travelers.
▪ Economic Accessibility: Ensures there are services and
amenities that cater to different income levels. Offers affordable
transportation options, varied dining choices, and amenities
that can be enjoyed by all passengers.
▪ Community Engagement: Involve local communities and stakeholders in the design process. Seek
input from residents, businesses, and community organizations to ensure the terminal's design
reflects their needs and concerns.
▪ Employment Opportunities: Consider how the terminal improvements can create job opportunities
for the local community, especially in marginalized neighborhoods. Collaborate with community
organizations to provide training and employment initiatives.
▪ Environmental Justice: Assess the potential environmental impacts of the terminal on surrounding
communities, particularly those that are historically disadvantaged. Mitigates negative impacts and
ensure that benefits are distributed equitably.
Consider a terminal
design that will lessen
confusion for passengers
during construction and
create a streamlined
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Sustainability Factors:
▪ Energy Efficiency: Prioritizes energy-efficient design, utilizing advanced lighting, heating, cooling,
and ventilation systems. Implements sensors and automation to optimize energy use.
▪ Renewable Energy: Integrates renewable energy sources like solar panels to power the terminal.
Utilizes clean energy technologies to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
▪ Water Management: Implements water-efficient fixtures and systems to minimize water
consumption. Incorporates rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling to further conserve water
resources.
▪ Materials Selection: Chooses sustainable and eco-friendly materials with a low environmental
impact. Prioritizes materials that are recycled, recyclable, or biodegradable.
▪ Waste Management: Designs include waste disposal and recycling facilities that encourage proper
waste segregation. Promotes waste reduction through initiatives like composting and recycling
programs.
▪ Transportation Alternatives: Improves access to
public transportation and consider on-site electric
vehicle charging stations. Encourages travelers to
use low-carbon transportation options.
▪ Biodiversity: Incorporates green spaces and native
vegetation into the terminal design to support local
biodiversity. Uses landscaping techniques that
require minimal water and maintenance.
▪ Resilience to Climate Change: The terminal is
designed to withstand the impacts of climate change
and extreme weather events.
▪ Lifecycle Assessment: Considers the entire lifecycle of the terminal, from construction to operation
and eventual decommissioning. Minimize environmental impacts at every stage.
▪ Certification and Standards: Strives for sustainability certifications such as LEED (Leadership in
Energy and Environmental Design) or BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental
Assessment Method) to ensure that the terminal meets internationally recognized sustainability
criteria.
The aspiration for a sustainable airport terminal design is a holistic one. It encompasses social equity,
energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, stakeholder engagement, and resilience as
well as environmental and financial uncertainties. Through a careful synthesis of these elements, PSP
endeavors to create a terminal that not only meets the needs of its users but also serves as a model of
sustainable design for the broader aviation industry and the entire Coachella Valley.
Lifecycle Assessment:
Contemplate a terminal design
that creates the most
opportunities for the longevity
and sustainability of the historic
Wexler Terminal.
Palm Springs Airport Master Plan
Airport Commission Briefing
December 6, 2023
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Working Group and Commission Roles
Working Group Role
Review and comment on working papers. Serve as a sounding board for
recommendations
Attend up to five (5) master plan meetings
Attend public outreach meetings/events if interested
Airport Commission Role
Attend public outreach meetings/events if interested
Make alternatives recommendations to City Council
palmspringsairportmasterplan.com
Process and Schedule
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Initial Terminal Area
Alternatives
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Initial Terminal Area Alternatives
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Initial Terminal Area Alternatives
Refined Terminal Area
Alternatives
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Refined Alternatives 1A and 3
Alternative 1A – Renovate and Expand
Signficant expansion of Wexler building with two new concourse located
north and south
Alternative 3 – Replace and Repurpose
New terminal facilities to the south and eventually repurpose the Wexler
building
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A – Full Build
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3 – Full Build
Tenant Stakeholder Outreach and Feedback
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Tenant Stakeholders
Initial Meetings and Surveys of Airlines, Car Rentals, Concessions and TSA in Spring 2023
Most tenants realize the terminal is undersized and needs to expand
Most questions about when and how much
Follow up Meeting on November 2nd, 2023
Most tenants didn’t indicate a preference for 1A or 3
Alaska 1A
Primary concern expressed was relative to the potential for impacts to operations and passengers during construction
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Public Outreach and Feedback
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Open House Attendance
More than 160 people attended the September 19 Public Open House.
The most common means of learning about the event were
Palm Springs Post
Word of Mouth
Desert Sun
Facebook
City Email
LinkedIn
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Online Participation
From September 19 – September 27:
373 views of the Public Involvement webpage
Display boards downloaded 402 times
912 total site users; 875 had never visited the site before
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternatives Comment Period
From September 19 – September 27:
More than 525 people engaged with the alternatives information,
either in person or online
42 total survey participants
Only 8% of participants felt strongly enough to provide feedback.
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A Feedback
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3 Feedback
Alternative 1A Phasing Plan
and Renderings
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A – Phase 1 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $900M
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A – Phase 2 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $1.1B ($2B Total)
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A – Phase 3 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $100M ($2.1B Total)
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A – Phase 4 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $100M ($2.2B Total)
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A
“Northeast View”
Source: Gensler 2023
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A
“Southwest View”
Source: Gensler 2023
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 1A
“Tahquitz View”
Source: Gensler 2023
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3 – Phase 1 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $1.7B
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3 – Phase 2 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $900M ($2.6B Total)
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3 – Phase 3 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $100M ($2.7B Total)
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3 – Phase 4 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $100M ($2.8B Total)
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3 – Phase 4 Phase ROM Cost ≈ $100M ($2.8B Total)
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3
“Northeast View”
Source: Gensler 2023
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternative 3
“Southeast View”
Source: Gensler 2023
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Alternatives Summary
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Equity and Sustainability
Design considerations
Equity - accessibility, inclusivity, community engagement,
employment, environmental justice, etc.
Sustainability - energy efficiency, renewable energy water,
waste, materials selection, transportation connectivity,
biodiversity, resilience, etc.
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Next Steps
Airfield Planning/Landside Planning
January Working Group Meeting
Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) and Financial Implementation Analysis
March Working Group Meeting
March Draft Report and Public Open House
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Questions/Discussion