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AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Airport Conference Room, Palm Springs International Airport
3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 – 5:30 P.M.
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TELECONFERENCE LOCATION(S):
Commissioner J. Craig Fong – Palm Springs
Summerfield, Defford, Worcestershire,
England WR89BG, United Kingdom
Commissioner Bryan Ebensteiner – Palm Springs
224 Hawthorne St.
Brooklyn, New York 11225
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in public comments is requested to file a speaker card before the Public Comments portion of the
meeting. You may submit your public comment to the Airport Commission electronically. Material may
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required. Any correspondence received during or after the meeting will be distributed to the Airport
Commission and retained for the official record.
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City of Palm Springs: Riverside County:
Margaret Park
City of Cathedral City:
Christian Samlaska
City of Palm Desert:
Kevin Wiseman Kevn J. Corcoran
– Chair David Feltman
Dave Banks
J Craig Fong City of Indian Wells:
Robert Berriman
City of Coachella:
Denise Delgado
City of Rancho Mirage:
Keith Young Todd Burke – Vice
Chair Ken Hedrick
Daniel Caldwell Tracy Martin City of La Quinta:
Geoffrey Kiehl
City of Desert Hot
Springs:
Jan Pye
City of Indio:
Rick Wise
Bryan Ebensteiner Samantha McDermott
Palm Springs City Staff
Scott C. Stiles Harry Barrett Jr., A.A.E. Jeremy Keating
City Manager Airport Executive Director Assistant Airport Director
Airport Commission Meeting Agenda
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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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of the Airport Commission Regular
Meeting of March 20, 2024 and April 17, 2024
7. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:
7.A Marketing and Air Service Update
7.B Master Plan Landside Alternatives
7.C Agua Caliente Concourse Activation Space
7.D FY24 Budget Vs. Actuals
7.E Concessions Update
7.F Projects and Airport Capital Improvement Program Update
8. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
9. COMMISSIONERS REQUESTS AND REPORTS
10. REPORT OF COUNCIL ACTIONS:
10.A Past City Council Actions
10.B Future City Council Actions
11. RECEIVE AND FILE:
11.A Airline Activity Report June and July 2024
11.B Airline Activity Report Fiscal Year Comparison
12. COMMITTEES:
12.A Future Committee Meetings
12.B New Committees Assignment Roster
ADJOURNMENT:
The Airport Commission will adjourn to a Regular Meeting on October 16, 2024, at
5:30 P.M.
Airport Commission Meeting Agenda
September 18, 2024 – Page 3
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Harry Barrett, Jr., Airport Executive Director, City of Palm Springs, California, hereby certify this
agenda was posted on September 12, 2024, in accordance with established policies and
procedures.
PUBLIC NOTICES
Pursuant to G.C. Section 54957.5(b)(2) the designated office for inspection of records in 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 Office of the City Clerk. Agenda and
staff reports are available on the City’s website www.palmspringsca.gov. If you would like additional
information on any item appearing on this agenda, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at
(760) 323-8204.
It is the intention of the City of Palm Springs to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at this meeting, or in meetings on a regular basis,
you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to
accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact the Department of Aviation, (760)
318-3800, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to inform us of your particular needs and to
determine if accommodation is feasible.
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AIRPORT COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE AIRPORT COMMISSION OF
THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 – 5:30 P.M.
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1.CALL TO ORDER:
Vice Chair Corcoran called the Airport Commission meeting to order at 5:51 P.M.
The meeting was held in-person and via videoconference.
Chairman Dada led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2.POSTING OF AGENDA: Posted on March 14, 2024.
3.ROLL CALL:
Commissioners Present:
Robert Berriman (Indian Wells) Margaret Park (Riverside County)
Todd Burke (Palm Springs) Jan Pye (Desert Hot Springs)
Kevin Corcoran (Palm Springs) - Vice Chair M. Guillermo Suero (Palm Springs)
Aftab Dada (Palm Springs) – Chair* Rick Wise (Indio)
Kathleen Hughes (La Quinta) Keith Young (Rancho Mirage)
Tony Michaelis (Cathedral City)
The following participated via teleconference: Commissioner Michaelis
Commissioners Absent (Excused): David Banks (Palm Springs), Daniel Caldwell
(Palm Springs), David Feltman (Palm Springs), J Craig Fong (Palm Springs), and Tracy
Martin (Palm Springs)
Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Delgado
*Chair Dada left the meeting at 6:38 p.m.
Staff Present:
Harry Barrett, Jr., Airport Executive Director
Jeremy Keating, Assistant Airport Director
Daniel Meier, Deputy Director of Aviation, Marketing and Air Service
Victoria Carpenter, Airport Administration Manager
Geremy Holm, City Attorney
Christina Brown, Executive Program Administrator
ITEM 6
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Paula Pak, Executive Administrative Assistant
Others Present:
Ryan Hayes, Mead & Hunt
Stephanie Nikho, Mead & Hunt
Gary Armstrong, Public Arts Commissioner
Christopher Ramirez, Public Arts Commissioner
4. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as presented. Moved by Commissioner Park, seconded
by Commissioner Burke, and unanimously approved noting the absence of
Commissioners Delgado.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
None.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the minutes of the Airport Commission Meeting of November 15, 2023.
Moved by Vice Chairman Corcoran seconded by Chairman Dada and unanimously
approved noting the absence of Commissioners Delgado.
7. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:
7.A Master Plan Airside and CONRAC Alternatives Update
Airport Executive Director Barrett introduced the item, noting this presentation was
focused on the airside alternative, including everything within the Airport perimeter such
as runways, taxiways, aprons, buildings, and supporting facilities. Mead & Hunt were
provided feedback from internal staff and the Working Group and a conceptual
development plan was formed.
Ryan Hayes, Mead & Hunt, commenced the presentation, providing details on the
process to develop the Airport Master Plan. Stephanie Nikho, Mead & Hunt, provided
details on the process for facility requirements, including addressing capacity needs and
meeting design standards. Conversations were held with various stakeholders to
determine facility needs. As a result, certain facilities and areas would need to be
reconstructed, expanded, extended or maximized in the future to meet expressed or
desired needs.
Ms. Nikho continued by noting that the airfield site was analyzed against the most current
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) design standards, issued in March of 2022. All
runways meet design standards, except one non-standard condition on the southern end
of the primary runway, as the service road falls outside of the runway object free area
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(ROFA). Taxiway geometry updates are necessary to meet design standards. The
alternatives were developed with the goal of meeting FAA design standards, to meet the
airfield needs for critical aircraft, and meet stakeholder needs to the extent possible.
Various alternatives were presented for the Primary Runway, with the preferred
alternative is to apply for a FAA modification of standards. If approved, the non-standard
existing condition would be approved, making the service road an approved standard. If
approved, it would determine that the service road is not sacrificing safety or efficiency.
Alternatives 2 and 3 were presented, with Alternative 3 being the second preferred option.
Ms. Nikho continued by presenting the three General Aviation Runway Alternatives,
developed to provide additional runway length. The yellow shaded areas were denoted
as runway protection zones. Alternative 3 was the recommended option and includes
addressing a hotspot area on the airfield which was identified in a previous study. Ms.
Nikho continued by presenting the one Taxiway Alternative, which is proposed to meet
the FAA design standards. The General Aviation Alternatives were presented, including
the Signature and Atlantic recommendations. The overall recommendations were
summarized.
In response to inquiries from Commissioners, it was noted that timeline for the projects
can begin to be developed after the completion of the current work, which is about halfway
through. There should not be a major delay to the major objectives for terminal
development. One of the tasks of the Master Plan Team is to make recommendations for
each of these projects and how to pay for them. The Consolidated Rental Car Facility
(CONRAC) planning has been directed by the City Council, including looking at off-site
locations. Staff is seeking approval of the Conceptual Development Plan, displayed on
the slides. An open house is also planned to share the information with early June as a
tentative date. The information also must be placed in an Airport Layout Plan that goes
to the FAA for official approval.
ACTION: Recommend the approval of the Master Plan Airside and Landside Conceptual
Development Plan to the City Council. Moved by Commissioner Wiseman seconded
by Commissioner Park and unanimously approved noting the absence of
Commissioners Delgado.
7.B Coachella Valley Economic Partnership – Transfer of Lease Agreements
Airport Administration Manager Carpenter provided an update on the transfer of lease
agreements to the Airport for the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership. The subject
property is being transferred back to the Airport. Details of the lease agreements were
presented, noting that staff is working with the City to get all leases transferred into an
Airport lease. The tenants will be on a month-to-month agreement, paying fair market
value, through no later than January 2026. Tenants will work with the City to find new
locations and the property will then be utilized for aeronautical purposes. City Attorney
Holm provided additional detail on the timeline with the tenants, including providing them
with 60 day, rather than 30 day notice.
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7.C Mid-Year Budget Review
Airport Administration Manager Carpenter provided a summary of the Airport
performance through December 2023, including noting the Airport Use and Lease
Agreement with the airlines, effective July 1, 2023, revenue was up 9% over the previous
fiscal year when adjusting for the $12 million in Federal funding that is not continuing,
budgeted federal grants of $56 million is expected to be spent over the next three to five
fiscal years on capital projects throughout the airport, and passenger traffic increased 3%
over last fiscal year to 3.4 million and has historically strong growth. Additionally, the
Airport anticipates achieving 30% of the budgeted expenses by the end of the fiscal year,
approximately $120 million (71%) of the budgeted expenses are for capital projects, major
capital projects currently underway are: Checked baggage inspection system building
design at $23.1 million, Inbound baggage claim design and construction at $33.7 million,
and restroom capacity and ADA renovation at $10 million. Revenues are still targeted at
a higher number than in fiscal year 2023.
7.D Financial Summary Update
Airport Administration Manager Carpenter summarized the information provided in the
agenda packet, noting that the Airport is still trending to end the fiscal year with a surplus.
7.E Marketing Update
The Marketing & Air Service Update for March 2024 was presented.
7.F Concessions Update
Assistant Airport Director Keating referred to the PSP Concession Projected Opening
Dates schedule presented in the agenda packet, noting that Nine Cities is in the final
stages of inspections. He also noted that some of the other concessions have
experienced challenges during the project and provided detail on some of the various
items.
Vice Chairman Corcoran noted that the Ad Hoc Concession Committee may have an
update at the next Airport Commission meeting as they will be reviewing menus and
healthy options at their next Committee meeting.
Mr. Keating reported on other concessions updates including more coffee signage and
menu boards replaced, as well as a mobile coffee cart. Lines are still an ongoing concern,
and staff is working with Paradies to develop and implement solutions. It was noted that
the Marshall Retail Group recently added vending machines, which should assist with the
lines.
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7.G Car Rental Car Wash Facility Noise Update
Assistant Airport Director Keating reported Enterprise implemented staff’s request for
them to close a hole in the barrier wall and add an additional wall to block the noise. There
have been challenges with conducting the noise decibel level testing because of weather.
Enterprise said they were willing to contact the manufacturer of the blowers once they
receive the noise decibel data.
Vice Chairman Corcoran opened public comments.
John Wilhelmi noted that the decibel level is not as impactful as the constant whistling
noise from the blowers, which can be heard inside his residence all day. The noise barrier
that Enterprise installed does not curb the noise and he supports Enterprise getting in
touch with the manufacturer. He suggested hiring a qualified noise engineer and offered
to pay for the cost.
Christopher Campbell stated that this is a neighborhood issue impacting many homes
and he hopes there is progress by the next meeting.
Vice Chairman Corcoran noted staff will remain on top of the issue and suggested they
look at other solutions, such as trees or other natural barriers to reduce noise impacts.
The item will remain on the Commission’s agenda until there is a resolution to the matter.
7.H Public Art – Airport Mural
Airport Executive Director Barrett presented the artwork that was proposed to the Arts
Commission and approved by that body for installation at the Airport.
Publics Arts Commission Chair Gary Armstrong provided detail on the process to secure
the “Welcome to Palm Springs” mural artist. The mural would be painted along the Agua
Caliente Concourse walls and features an impressionist style. The mural is designed to
invite participation and posting and sharing on social media.
Public Arts Commissioner Christopher Ramirez shared the overall statement of the
headline for the mural art piece. The piece is inviting and welcomes all to Palm Springs
with open arms. He further described the themes of the mural which feature many of the
natural outdoor amenities of the area.
Mr. Armstrong stated that if the Commission approves the mural, it will be scheduled for
a public hearing at the Arts Commission, then will move on to the City Council for their
approval.
ACTION: Recommend the approval of the Airport Mural. Moved by Commissioner
Young, seconded by Commissioner Wiseman and unanimously approved noting
the absence of Commissioners Delgado.
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7.I TNC Signage Ordinance
Airport Executive Director Barrett presented an ordinance amendment which would
remove the signage at the curbside where the TNC area is located which appears to
discourage Airport passengers from utilizing rideshare companies at the Airport.
City Attorney Holm noted the ordinance amendment removes the outdated requirements
previously in place.
ACTION: Recommend the Ordinance amending TNC Signage to the City Council. Moved
by Commissioner Berriman, seconded by Commissioner Wiseman and
unanimously approved noting the absence of Commissioners Delgado.
7.J Airport No-Smoking Policy
Airport Executive Director Barrett requested input from the Commission on this item, as
the Airport currently allows smoking post security in the Airport, in the courtyard area only.
There have been increasing complaints due to the Airport’s growth and there is a proposal
to ban smoking Airport-wide, including smoking by employees.
General Commission discussion ensued on the topic with comments including that
passengers and employees will find areas to smoke, whether its prohibited or not, and
that the current Airport does not have space for smoking rooms post security. There was
a request to look at designating a smoking area away from material and fuel and to split
passengers from employee smoking areas.
The City Attorney will draft an ordinance and present it to the Commission at a future
meeting for review.
7.K Projects and Airport Capital Improvement Program Update
Airport Executive Director Barrett highlighted staff efforts toward additional parking
capacity and the challenges inherent in that process. Two alternatives were presented for
Commission feedback and input, including turning Lot A into a rental car waiting lot and
shift that parking to the overflow lot. That option does not solve the roadway congestion,
just the road car problem. Alternative Two would move all commercial ground vehicle
activities to Lot A and rental car return traffic would move to the overflow lot in some
capacity. It would temporarily resolve roadway congestion.
Commission discussion ensued on the topic and there was consensus to place the item
on the next agenda with additional detail and graphics for more in-depth discussion.
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8. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT:
Airport Executive Director Barrett reported as related to the unhoused individuals on the
Airport property, staff will report only if there is a change in activity.
9. COMMISSIONERS REQUESTS AND REPORTS:
In response to an inquiry from a Commissioner, Airport Executive Director Barrett
reported that Measure J funds were approved by the City Council.
10. REPORT OF COUNCIL ACTIONS:
10.A Past City Council Actions
10.B Future City Council Actions
11. RECEIVE AND FILE:
11.A Airline Activity Report February 2024
11.B Airline Activity Report Fiscal Year Comparison
12. COMMITTEES:
12.A Future Committee Meetings
12.B Committee’s and Airport Master Plan Working Group Roster
ADJOURNMENT:
The Airport Commission adjourned at 7:27 P.M. to a Regular Meeting on April 17, 2024,
at 5:30 P.M.
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Christina Brown
Executive Program Administrator
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AIRPORT COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE AIRPORT COMMISSION OF
THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 – 5:30 P.M.
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1. CALL TO ORDER:
Vice Chair Corcoran called the Airport Commission meeting to order at 5:30 P.M.
The meeting was held in-person and via videoconference.
Commissioner Young led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. POSTING OF AGENDA: Posted on April 11, 2024.
3. ROLL CALL:
Commissioners Present:
Dave Banks (Palm Springs) Tracy Martin (Palm Springs)
Robert Berriman (Indian Wells) Tony Michaelis (Cathedral City)
Todd Burke (Palm Springs) Margaret Park (Riverside County)
Daniel Caldwell (Palm Springs) Jan Pye (Desert Hot Springs)
Kevin Corcoran (Palm Springs) - Vice Chair Rick Wise (Indio)
Denise Delgado (Coachella) Keith Young (Rancho Mirage)
J Craig Fong (Palm Springs)
Kathleen Hughes (La Quinta)
The following participated via teleconference: None
Commissioners Absent: Commissioners Feltman, Delgado, Suero, and Wiseman and
Chairman Dada
Staff Present:
Harry Barrett, Jr., Airport Executive Director
Jeremy Keating, Assistant Airport Director
Daniel Meier, Deputy Director of Aviation, Marketing and Air Service
Victoria Carpenter, Airport Administration Manager
Christina Brown, Executive Program Administrator
Paula Pak, Executive Administrative Assistant
Tanya Perez, Administrative Specialist
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Others Present:
Ryan Hayes, Mead & Hunt
4. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as presented. Moved by Commissioner Park, seconded
by Commissioner Hughes, and unanimously approved noting the absence of
Commissioners Delgado, Feltman, Suero, and Wiseman and Chairman Dada.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
John Wilhelm reported he had filed several complaints concerning noise emanating from
the Enterprise car wash facility and as of April 9th, the whistling noise generally does not
occur. They did hear it briefly today, but it was likely an anomaly. He appreciated the
Airport staff’s work on this matter.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the minutes of the Airport Commission Meeting of December 6, 2023.
Moved by Commissioner Park seconded by Commissioner Young and approved
by the following roll call vote: 13 Yes; 1 Abstained; noting the absence of
Commissioners Berriman, Delgado, Martin, Park, and Chairman Dada.
7. INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
7.A Tanya Perez, Administrative Specialist
Ms. Perez introduced herself and provided a brief background.
8. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:
8.A Car Rental Car Wash Facility Update
Assistant Airport Director Keating provided a brief update noting Enterprise was
cooperative and they are now running the blowers all day long, which has reduced the
whistling noise that was reported by adjacent residents.
Vice Chairman Corcoran noted the staff will continue to monitor the issue and thanked
them for working so diligently with the neighbors.
8.B CONRAC Alternatives Update
Ryan Hayes, Mead & Hunt, noted the City Council provided direction to look at both on
and off-site CONRACS. The recommendation is still to move forward with the CONRAC
located at the Airport property. He provided detail on the pertinent development
regulations, the size of the CONRAC, and various other requirements. The off-site
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location was not recommended due to the costs for land acquisition and shuttles. The
advantages for an on-site CONRAC were significant, including passengers not having to
ride a shuttle bus and the ability to walk from the terminal building to the rental car facility.
Mr. Hayes reported Airport staff had requested consideration of use of the Airport property
that would be available if the CONRAC were moved off-site. A drawing was displayed
that featured the planned northern concourse which could then be double loaded with
aircraft.
In response to a Commissioner inquiry, Mr. Hayes responded that the study assumptions
included wash and maintenance facilities and return and rental car storage as an all-
encompassing facility. Discussion ensued on the wash and maintenance facilities,
parking for passengers, and architectural requirements, including the possibility of a multi-
level structure, and impacts of the view from the tower of any multi-story building.
Mr. Barrett noted the project is in the conceptual planning stages and Gensler will be
tasked with ensuring continuity of the facility in terms of sight lines. Acquisition of land is
still a consideration, however, an update on that will be provided later.
Mr. Hayes noted that traffic impacts will be a consideration during the CEQA analysis.
The options were all considered as a matter of due diligence. Mr. Barrett requested
Commission approval for the full conceptual development plan for the Airport as a
recommendation to the City Council. If approved by the City Council, it would be
transmitted to the FAA as the Airport’s plan for the next twenty years.
ACTION: Recommend the approval of the Master Plan Airside and Landside Conceptual
Development Plan to the City Council. Moved by Commissioner Berriman, seconded
by Commissioner Burke and unanimously approved noting the absence of
Commissioners Berriman, Delgado, Martin, Park, and Chairman Dada.
8.C Strategic Business Plan – Notice to Proceed to InterVISTA
Airport Executive Director Barrett reported the consultant, InterVISTA, is working on a
Federal Inspection Service (FIS) study and developing a project plan to phase projects in
over the next twenty years to guide all financial efforts and resources. The intent is also
to seek Commission input at the appropriate juncture. Quarterly updates will continue to
be provided to the Commission along the way.
8.D Relocating Existing Art
Airport Administration Manager Carpenter noted this is a follow up item from the March
20, 2024 meeting. The Airport has been working with Public Arts Commission Chairman
Gary Armstrong to identify a successful plan of relocating and grouping some existing art
pieces. She reported that there is more passenger engagement with the art pieces when
they are placed next to each other rather than throughout the Airport.
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Public Arts Commission Chairman Armstrong also reported that placing art pieces
together was very successful in other locations throughout Palm Springs, making them
very interactive and providing opportunities for photos and sharing on social media sites.
He also stated the proposed art pieces at the Airport would be lit at night. He provided
detail on the timing and noted the City Council must approve funding for the installation
and other related costs.
ACTION: Recommend the approval of the conceptual plan for the art relocation to the
City Council. Moved by Commissioner Burke seconded by Commissioner Fong and
unanimously approved noting the absence of Commissioners Berriman, Delgado,
Martin, Park, and Chair Dada.
8.E Marketing & Business Development Committee Update
Committee Chairman Burke provided a brief update on the recent Committee meeting.
Items reviewed at the meeting were wayfinding signage during construction, new trade
and barter advertising agreements with the Palm Springs Film Festival, update on the
concourse activation, and the top four categories reported by Airport users in a recent
survey as related to customer experience and development of a related program
8.F Marketing and Air Service Update
Committee Chairman Burke provided the March 2024 Marketing and Air Service Update.
Items reviewed included reports of record months for February and March for passengers.
8.G Ad Hoc Design Review Committee Update
Airport Administration Manager Carpenter reported the Committee conducted a
significant review of Paradies concession menus and changes were made to reflect the
bartender service at Cactus to Clouds. Significant discussion ensued at the Committee
level including input to reflect Palm Springs in various menu names, including healthy
alternatives and choices. There was also input provided on inconsistencies in pricing of
the same items at different restaurants as well as providing mocktails for those who do
not drink alcohol and want a similar type of cocktail experience.
8.H Concessions Update
Assistant Airport Director Keating referred to the concessions schedule that was provided
in the agenda packet and provided a brief summary. He briefly detailed the construction
scheduling as related to Half Moon Empanadas.
8.I Financial Summary Update
Airport Administration Manager Carpenter briefly mentioned there were a few
typographical errors in the agenda packet related to Fund 415. The deficit reported is
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completely normal, as the end of year transfers to the capital fund account from Fund 415
account will resolve that matter.
8.J Projects and Capital Improvement Program Update
Airport Executive Director Barrett referred to his written update in the agenda packet and
provided a brief update that the Wi-Fi is getting close to working in the two concourses.
9. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT:
Airport Executive Director Barrett reported the plan is to continue working with the
Operations Committee on the parking mechanisms. Mr. Barrett also reported on his work
on legislative issues, including with the FAA reauthorization bill, as well as budgetary
items related to TSA funding. He also mentioned Airport staff is following up on reports of
unhoused individuals on the Airport grounds. He noted the individuals are generally non-
confrontational and cooperative.
10. COMMISSIONERS REQUESTS AND REPORTS:
11. REPORT OF COUNCIL ACTIONS:
11.A Past City Council Actions
11.B Future City Council Actions
12. RECEIVE AND FILE:
12.A Airline Activity Report February 2024
12.B Airline Activity Report Fiscal Year Comparison
13. COMMITTEES:
13.A Future Committee Meetings
13.B Committee’s Roster
ADJOURNMENT:
The Airport Commission adjourned at 6:39 P.M. to a Regular Meeting on May 15, 2024,
at 5:30 P.M.
____________________________
Christina Brown
Executive Program Administrator
Marketing Update
September 2024
ITEM 7.A
Scheduled Departing Seats
Based on 09/09/24 schedule data, subject to change.
168,284
205,962 222,503
161,282
206,271 224,054
152,520
206,019
234,783
0
50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
October November December
2024 2023 2022
Month % Change
October 4.3 %
November - 0.1 %
December - 0.7 %
January 2.2 %
February 2.4 %
Bar Graph: Left to right: 2024, 2023, 2022
Seats vs. 1 Year Ago
June Total Passengers
•2024: 131,639 Total Passengers
•Down 4.9% vs. June 2023
•2023: 138,461
•2022: 142,524
•2021: 129,872
•2019: 105,350
July Total Passengers
•2024: 112,705 Total Passengers
•Down 9.4% vs. July 2023
•2023: 124,336
•2022: 133,664
•2021: 129,463
•2019: 97,941
Passenger Counts &
New Air Service
New Air Service
•Porter Airlines to join PSP on 12/12/24
with seasonal service to Toronto
•United starts nonstop PSP to
Washington Dulles on 12/18/2024
•Delta adds Saturday seasonal service
from PSP To JFK starting 12/21/24
•Southwest returning Chicago MDW,
after a 2-season hiatus, the last two
weekends of February, then daily 3/6 -
4/7/2025.
•Allegiant is increasing flights to
Bellingham by nearly 67% in January
September & October
Seasonal Route Returns
Airline Route Return Date
Delta Minneapolis 09/14/2024
Sun Country Minneapolis 09/19/2024
United Chicago O’Hare 09/26/2024
Air Canada Toronto
Vancouver
10/27/2024
10/28/2024
Alaska
Portland
Everett – Paine Field
New York - JFK
10/01/2024
10/27/2024
10/27/2024
Allegiant Bellingham 10/04/2024
American Chicago O’Hare 10/07/2024
Southwest San Jose 10/03/2024
United Houston & Los Angeles 10/27/2024
WestJet Edmonton
Winnipeg
10/03/2024
10/29/2024
A full list of seasonal return
and end dates is maintained
at flyPSP.com
Newsletter – Sunny Skies Ahead
•Sent first edition on 9/10/2024
•Will be issued monthly and as needed for special announcements
•Sign up at flyPSP.com
Customer Experience Program
•Scope of Work completed, submitted to City Procurement, awaiting publication of RFP
Mobile Assistance Team – New ‘In Season’ Passenger Assistance
•Expansion of Volunteer Navigators – 3 new assistance locations
•Mobile Info Booths in Bag Claim and Ticket Lobby during busy mid-day rush
•Navigator at the Security Check Point during rush to direct passengers to the appropriate line
•These are new volunteer positions in addition to the existing year-round Information Desk and the
seasonal Courtyard Mobile Info Booth we added last season
•Seasonal locations will operate early October through end of April/early May (weather permitting)
Other Updates
FY24 Budget vs Actuals Reporting
Palm Springs International Airport
September 18, 2024 ITEM 7.D
Agenda
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Overview Trends and Benchmarking
Overview
Context
Trends and Benchmarking
Budgetary Trends
Benchmarking with Peer Airports
Trends: Operating Expenses
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Overview Trends and Benchmarking
Expense growth has been steady since the pandemic due to unprecedented
growth in passenger traffic
Actual 2024 expenses differed by almost -25% from the adopted budget
Adopted 2025 budget revised for rates and charges as “Adjusted Budget”
$22 $23 $21 $23 $27
$42
$32
$45
$34
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Adopted
Budget
Actual Adopted
Budget
Adjusted
Budget
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY24 FY25 FY25MillionsPSP O&M Expenses
Trends: Share of Expenses by Department
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Overview Trends and Benchmarking
Reorganization and reclassification makes “apples-to-apples”
comparison difficult
Administration
30%
Terminal
Building
Operations
22%
Control Center
Operations
14%
Rescue - Fire
14%
Aviation
Security
9%
Landside
Operations
5%
Airside
Operations
3%
Grounds
Maintenance
2%
Customs
1%
FY 2019 Actual: $23MM
Airside
Operations
18%
Administration
17%
Terminal
Building
Operations
15%
Control Center
Operations
13%
Rescue - Fire
12%
Law
Enforcement
10%
Landside
Operations
7%
Airport IT
2%
Baggage
Handling
System
2%
Aviation
Security
1%Grounds
Maintenance
1%
Customs
1%
AF Planning &
Projects
1%
FY 2024 Actual: $32MM
Trends: Share of Expenses by Type
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Overview Trends and Benchmarking
Salaries and benefits, contractual services, and materials and supplies
expenses comprise 81% of FY 2024 estimated expenses
Salaries &
Benefits
61%
Other City
Services
14%
Contractual
Services
11%
Utilities
7%
Materials &
Supplies
6%
Insurance
1%
FY 2019 Actual: $23MM
Salaries &
Benefits
53%Contractual
Services
22%
Other
City
Service
s
9%
Materials &
Supplies
8%
Utilities
6%
Insurance
2%FY 2024 Estimated $32MM
Trends: Operating Revenues by Source
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Overview Trends and Benchmarking
Aeronautical revenues paid by airlines for use of Airport facilities
accounted for approximately 36% of total operating revenues in FY24,
compared to approximately 27% in FY19
Landing Fees
14%
Airline
Terminal/Joint
Use Fee
14%Gate
Per Use
Fees
4%
Baggage
Handling
System Fees
2%Loading
Bridge Fee
2%
On-Airport
Rental Car
29%
Parking
16%
Ground
Transportation
Fees
4%
Commercial
Services Fees
3%
Aeronautical
Ground Rentals
3%
All Other
Nonairline
9%
FY24 Actual Operating Revenue: $40MM
Landing
Fees
16%
Airline
Terminal/Joi
nt Use Fee
7%
Gate
Per
Use
Fees
4%On-Airport
Rental Car
30%
Parking
15%Ground
Transportation
Fees
3%
Commercial
Services
Fees
3%
Aeronautical
Ground Rentals
4%
All Other
Nonairline
18%
FY19 Actual Operating Revenue:
$25MM
Benchmarking: O&M Expenses per Passenger
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PSP O&M expenses per enplaned passenger for FY 2025 at small hub average for
FY 2023
$28.71
$27.80
$24.27
$23.76
$21.23
$20.88
$20.71
$20.14
$16.88
$14.51
$14.18
$13.37
$12.80
$37.26
$26.29
$24.27
$23.43
$20.71
$19.70
$18.41
$14.69
$14.51
$0.00
$5.00
$10.00
$15.00
$20.00
$25.00
$30.00
$35.00
$40.00
SYRALBLGBBHMSmall hub avgPVDPSP - FY25TUSTULPSP - FY23LIHMYRSFBSBAONTLGBLAXPSP - FY25SNABURSANPSP - FY23Similarly sized small-hub airports Southern California airportsFY 2023 operating expenses per enplaned passenger** - Unless as noted for PSP for FY 2025. Similarly sized small-hub airports are the 5 immediately more busy and less busy airports than PSP as measured by
enplaned passengers as ranked by the FAA for CY 2023 that have filed Form 5100-127 for FY 2023. Source: FAA Form 5100-127 as reported by individual
airports, except PSP for FY 2025, which was calculated using the adjusted budget.
Trends and BenchmarkingOverview
Benchmarking: Cost per Enplaned Passenger
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PSP cost per enplaned passenger remains low relative to peers
* - Unless as noted for PSP for FY 2025. Similarly sized small-hub airports are the 5 immediately more busy and less busy airports than PSP as measured by
enplaned passengers as ranked by the FAA for CY 2023 that have filed Form 5100-127 for FY 2023. Source: FAA Form 5100-127 as reported by individual
airports, except PSP for FY 2025, which was calculated using the adjusted budget.
$17.11
$11.94
$9.71
$8.89
$8.61
$7.89
$6.96
$6.80
$6.18
$5.82
$5.80
$4.59
$2.45
$28.84
$15.87
$11.94
$11.13
$8.44
$7.66
$6.96
$6.18
$1.99
$0.00
$5.00
$10.00
$15.00
$20.00
$25.00
$30.00
BHMLGBPVDSYRTULSmall hub averagePSP - FY25LIHPSP - FY23MYRTUSALBSFBLAXSANLGBSNASBAONTPSP - FY25PSP - FY23BURFY 2023 Cost per Enplaned Passenger*Trends and BenchmarkingOverview
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Contents
The Airport .......................................................................................................................... 7
Financial Overview ............................................................................................................. 8
Where Does PSP's Money Come From? ....................................................................... 8
Airport Revenue .......................................................................................................... 8
Grants ........................................................................................................................ 10
Bonds ......................................................................................................................... 11
Funding for Capital Projects ........................................................................................ 11
Passenger Facility Charges ...................................................................................... 11
Customer Facility Charges ....................................................................................... 12
Local Funds................................................................................................................ 12
Review of PSPs Different Funds .................................................................................. 13
Fund 405 – Customer Facility Charges ................................................................... 13
Fund 410 – Passenger Facility Charges ................................................................... 13
Fund 415 – Operations & Maintenance .................................................................. 14
Fund 416 – Special Capital Projects ........................................................................ 15
Aviation Industry Abbreviations and Acronyms............................................................ 16
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The Airport
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is owned and operated by the City of Palm Springs.
PSP operates as an enterprise fund, which means PSP generates revenues to sustain
operations, similar to a business. While PSP is owned and operated by the City of Palm
Springs, unlike other City of Palm Springs departments funded by local taxpayer dollars, PSP
relies on a variety of income sources to cover expenses and fund capital projects.
PSP is the only commercial service airport in the Coachella Valley, featuring both a
commercial and a general aviation runway to accommodate all types of aircraft. It is the
closest airport to Joshua Tree National Park and hosts 12 airlines offering nonstop service to
31 airports in season, with one-stop connections to over 300 global cities.
US nonstop routes include Atlanta, Bellingham, Bend/Redmond, Boise, Chicago O’Hare,
Dallas Love, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Dulles Washington, Eugene, Everett, Houston, Las
Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City-JFK, Oakland, Phoenix, Portland, Reno,
Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Rosa, and Seattle. Canadian
nonstop routes include Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Vancouver, and Winnipeg.
PSP is served by Air Canada, Alaska, Allegiant, Avelo, American, Delta, Flair, Porter,
Southwest, Sun Country, United, and WestJet. Some airlines and routes operate on a
seasonal basis.
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Financial Overview
Where Does PSP's Money Come From?
The financial structure of PSP is built on three main revenue streams: airport revenue, grants,
and bonds.
Airport Revenue Aeronautical/Airline Revenue are the primary source of revenue for the
airport.
Aeronautical / Airline Revenue
Fee/Charge Unit
Landing Fee Landed Weight
Terminal/Facility Fee Examples:
Preferential/Exclusive Space Rental Leased Space (sq ft)
Terminal Facility Fee Per Use
Passenger Loading Bridge Preferential/Per Use/Airline Owned
Baggage Handling System Fee Enplanements/Operations
Joint Use Space Fixed/Enplanements/Operations
Airline Revenue
Effective July 1, 2023, PSP signed a 5-year Airport Use and Lease Agreement (AULA) with
seven passenger airlines: Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines,
Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and WestJet. The AULA establishes how the signatory and
non-signatory airlines will be assessed the annual rates and charges for their use at the
airport. The term expires June 30, 2028, and has two two-year extension option periods.
The landing fees at PSP are established based on a residual rate-setting methodology. The
terminal building rental rates, baggage handling system and loading bridge fees are
established based on a compensatory rate-setting methodology. The landing fees are
revenues for commercial aircraft landings.
The terminal building rentals are determined based on exclusive use, preferential use, joint
use and per use fees.
Permits for five Non-signatory airlines were issued to Allegiant, Porter, Avelo, Flair, and Sun
Country. Non-signatory airlines pay a 25% premium over the rates, fees and charges charged
to the Signatory Airlines.
Non-aeronautical revenues make up the remainder revenue stream and include:
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Non-Aeronautical / Non-Airline Revenue
Revenue Source
Parking Revenue Passengers
Terminal Leases Concessionaires/Tenants
Food & Beverage Passengers/Vendors
Retail Passengers
Landside Fees Vehicles/Passengers
Commercial Revenues Tenants
Non-Airline Revenue
Terminal Rent Non-Airline
Terminal Rent Non-Airline includes revenue from non-airline tenants including government
tenants and tenants providing security contracting services to government tenants.
Terminal Concessions
Terminal Concession revenue is generated from food/beverage and retail concessions
operated under exclusive agreements with master concessionaires like Paradies and
WHSmith formally known as Marshall Retail Group.
Concession revenue is based on percentage rent charged on food, beverage and
merchandise sales and fixed rent for concessionaire storage/support space. Other
Concession revenue includes advertising, ATMs, money cash-to-card services, and baggage
cart rentals.
On Airport Rental Car
On Airport Rental Car revenue includes fees received from rental car companies that conduct
business at the Airport. The agreement calls for rental car companies to pay PSP a fee
equaling 10% of gross sales or the Minimum Annual Guarantee (MAG).
General Aviation
The General Aviation account is the collection of Fuel Flowage Fees from our Fixed Base
Operations; Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support. The breakdown of Fuel Flowage
Fees includes charges for several fuel types and services, each governed by its specific pricing
mechanism.
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Non-Aeronautical Ground Rental
Non-aeronautical ground rentals refer to revenue generated from leasing airport-owned
land for purposes unrelated to aviation operations. These leases typically involve long-term
agreements with businesses or entities that use the land for various commercial purposes.
For example, PSP has a 49-year land lease with CMK Cielo Medical Center, which includes a
base rent and additional rent based on a percentage of gross income. Similarly, PS Senior
Affordable Housing operates under a 45-year lease with a guaranteed minimum annual
payment, plus additional rent based on gross receipts. Clean Energy contributes through a
quarterly land rental and a percentage of gasoline gallon equivalents. Additionally, Southern
California Edison holds a land lease for the operation of an electrical substation on airport
property.
Parking
Parking revenue is generated from Airport parking lots in front of the terminals and economy
lot.
Grants
Grants play a crucial role in PSP's development and are primarily distributed through the
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). These grants come in two main categories:
entitlement funds and discretionary funds through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP).
Entitlement Funds are the first funds issued to airports. PSP, as a small hub airport, is eligible
for approximately $4.5 million in entitlement funds per federal fiscal year. These funds can
be used by the airport each year plus two to three years after depending on airport size.
Discretionary Funds, on the other hand, are distributed by the Office of Management and
Budget and allow the FAA to allocate Congressional apportionments based on a financial
plan. These funds are typically awarded for specific projects that align with national aviation
priorities and are competitively ranked for selection.
In recent years, new grant programs have been introduced to support airport infrastructure
development. Eligibility is based similar to PFCs. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) has
created two significant grant programs:
BIL Airport Infrastructure Grant (BIL-AIG) program: This provides $15 billion over five years
for airport-related projects as defined under the existing Airport Improvement Grant and
Passenger Facility Charge criteria. The funds can be invested in runways, taxiways, safety and
sustainability projects, as well as terminal, airport-transit connections and roadway projects.
PSP is eligible for approximately $5.1 million in BIL-AIG funds each year. The program is
ending in federal fiscal year 2026.
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BIL Airport Terminal Program (BIL-ATP) grants: These are competitive grants specifically
aimed at airport terminal development projects.
It's important to note that the FAA previously provided special one-time grants in response
to the COVID-19 pandemic. These included:
• Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act grants: PSP received
approximately $11 million.
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grants: PSP received approximately $12 million.
• Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) grants:
PSP received approximately $5 million.
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Program: is a federal initiative that helps airports reduce local
air pollution. It provides funding for airports to purchase zero-emission vehicles like electric
or hydrogen-powered cars and trucks, as well as the necessary infrastructure to operate
them. This program is available to eligible public-use airports and aims to improve air quality
by replacing traditional fuel-burning vehicles with cleaner alternatives. Airports receiving
funds must use and maintain these vehicles exclusively for airport purposes throughout
their useful life. By supporting this transition to greener technology, the ZEV Program
contributes to better air quality for airport workers, passengers, and surrounding
communities.
Bonds
PSP has utilized bond financing as part of its long-term financial strategy. Specifically, the City
of Palm Springs issued 2019 Airport Passenger Facility Charge Revenue Bonds for
$22,270,000 on July 18, 2019. These bonds were issued to finance a portion of the design,
acquisition, and construction of ticketing hall and baggage handling system improvements
at PSP.
Funding for Capital Projects
PSP relies on a combination of bonds, grants, passenger facility charges (PFCs), and customer
facility charges (CFCs) and local funding from the airport's fund balance to finance capital
improvements and large-scale projects.
Passenger Facility Charges
Passenger Facility Charges (PFCs) are another vital funding source for PSP. The airport
charges a PFC of $4.50 (of which $0.11 is remitted to the airlines) per enplaned passenger,
capped at $18 per round trip. These fees directly support FAA-approved projects that
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enhance safety, security, or capacity; reduce noise; or increase air carrier competition.
Airlines are consulted on the application and have the opportunity to comment, but do not
have approval/disapproval authority over the collection and use of PFC revenue. PFCs can
be used for terminal projects and debt service.
Customer Facility Charges
Customer Facility Charges (CFCs) provide an additional revenue stream for specific
improvements. PSP collects a CFC of $9.00 per day for a maximum of five days from rental
car customers. These funds are directed towards capital and financing expenses associated
with rental car-related projects, such as consolidated rental car facilities (ConRACs) and
interconnected roadway systems. Unlike PFCs, CFCs offer more flexibility and can be used
for both capital and operational costs of ConRACs and related facilities.
Local Funds
While bonds, grants, and various charges play crucial roles in financing major projects, PSP
also relies significantly on its own local funds. These funds, derived from the airport's
operations and maintained in its fund balance, serve as a financial backbone for both day-
to-day operations and capital improvements.
The airport's local funds primarily come from two sources:
1. Operating Revenue: This includes aeronautical revenues (such as landing fees,
terminal rentals, and other fees) and non-aeronautical revenues (like parking fees,
concessions, and ground transportation fees).
2. Fund Balance: This is essentially the airport's savings account, accumulated over
time from operating surpluses. The fund balance provides PSP with financial flexibility
and stability. PSP can maintain up to 365 days (1 year) of cash on hand.
Local funds are critical for several reasons:
• Operational Expenses: They cover the airport's daily operational costs, including
staff salaries, maintenance, and utilities.
• Capital Project Support: Local funds often serve as the airport's share in grant-
funded projects. Many federal grants require airports to provide a percentage of the
project cost from their own resources. Because of the size hub, PSP provides a 10%
local share to federally funded projects.
• Emergency Reserve: A healthy fund balance acts as a financial cushion, allowing the
airport to weather unexpected events or economic downturns without disrupting
operations.
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• Small-Scale Improvements: Not all airport enhancements qualify for federal
funding. Local funds allow PSP to undertake smaller projects that improve passenger
experience or operational efficiency.
Review of PSPs Different Funds
Fund 405 – Customer Facility Charges
The Customer Facility Charge (CFC) fund is generated from fees collected by car rental
concessionaires and remitted to the Airport in accordance with state law. These revenues
are designated to support the development of the future consolidated rental car facility. In
March 2022, the City Council approved a change in the collection methodology, adjusting the
rate from $10 per transaction to $9 per day, with a cap of five days per rental.
Typical Expenses: The CFC fund covers a variety of expenses related to the rental car facility
project. These expenses may include:
• Planning and design: Costs for architects, engineers, and consultants involved in the
early stages of the project.
• Land acquisition and site preparation: Expenses related to acquiring land and
preparing the site for construction.
• Construction costs: Includes labor, materials, and equipment needed to build the
facility.
• Debt service: Payments on any bonds or loans issued to finance the project.
• Maintenance and operational costs: Ongoing expenses for maintaining and
operating the facility once it’s completed.
These funds ensure that the project is fully supported from inception to completion, as well
as for ongoing operational needs.
Fund 410 – Passenger Facility Charges
The Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) fund is generated from a $4.50 fee charged to each
ticketed passenger boarding a flight at the Airport. After deducting a $0.11 airline processing
fee, the Airport receives $4.39 per passenger. PFCs are capped at $4.50 per flight segment,
with a maximum of two PFCs charged on a one-way trip or four PFCs on a round trip,
resulting in a maximum charge of $18 per trip.
Revenues: The revenue from PFCs is collected by airlines as part of the ticket purchase
process and is remitted to the Airport. These funds are specifically designated for use in
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved projects that meet certain criteria, such as:
• Enhancing airport safety, security, or capacity
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• Reducing airport-related noise impacts
• Increasing air carrier competition
Typical Expenses: PFC revenues are used to fund a variety of capital improvement projects
that benefit the airport and its users, such as:
• Runway and taxiway improvements: Expanding or upgrading runways and
taxiways to enhance capacity and safety.
• Terminal enhancements: Renovations or expansions that improve passenger flow,
security screening, and overall experience.
• Security upgrades: Investments in technology and infrastructure to improve security
measures.
• Noise mitigation: Projects that reduce the noise impact on surrounding
communities.
• Air carrier competition: Infrastructure improvements that encourage more airlines
to serve the airport, providing travelers with more options.
• Debt service: Payments on any bonds or loans issued to finance the project.
These funds are crucial for the continuous improvement and safe operation of the airport,
ensuring it meets regulatory standards while enhancing the passenger experience.
Fund 415 – Operations & Maintenance
The Airport Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Fund is a financial resource dedicated to
covering the day-to-day operational expenses and upkeep of the airport. This fund ensures
that the airport remains functional, safe, and efficient for all passengers, staff, and airlines.
It is essential for maintaining the airport's infrastructure and services, keeping the facility
compliant with federal regulations and industry standards.
Key Components of the O&M Fund:
1. Personnel Costs: This includes salaries, benefits, and training for airport staff,
including operations, maintenance, administrative, and security personnel.
2. Routine Maintenance: Covers the costs of regular maintenance and repairs of
runways, taxiways, terminals, lighting, signage, and other airport facilities and
systems to ensure their proper functioning and safety.
3. Utilities and Services: Payment for essential services such as electricity, water,
heating, cooling, and waste management that are necessary for running the airport.
4. Supplies and Equipment: Funds the purchase of supplies such as fuel, cleaning
materials, and equipment needed to operate and maintain airport facilities.
5. Contracted Services: Includes costs for outsourced services like custodial work,
landscaping, pest control, and specialized maintenance of critical systems like HVAC
or fire suppression systems.
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6. Security and Safety Measures: The fund supports airport security programs,
including those in collaboration with TSA, law enforcement, and other security
agencies. This also covers fire and emergency response services.
7. Grounds and Facility Upkeep: Includes landscaping, parking lot maintenance, and
debris removal, ensuring the airport's grounds and infrastructure remain in good
condition.
8. Compliance and Regulatory Costs: Covers expenses related to ensuring the airport
adheres to FAA regulations, environmental standards, and other legal requirements,
such as inspections, permits, and certifications.
The O&M Fund is essential for keeping the airport running smoothly, addressing both
expected and unexpected maintenance needs, and ensuring that the airport is a safe,
reliable facility for all users.
Fund 416 – Special Capital Projects
The Airport Special Capital Projects Fund is a dedicated financial resource used to support
large-scale, long-term investments in airport infrastructure and facilities. This fund is
specifically allocated for capital improvement projects that go beyond routine maintenance
and operations, focusing on enhancing, expanding, or modernizing the airport's
infrastructure to accommodate future growth, improve safety, or increase operational
efficiency.
Key Uses of the Airport Special Capital Projects Fund:
1. Infrastructure Expansion: Funding for major expansions of airport facilities, such as
constructing new terminals, gates, parking structures, or additional runways and
taxiways to meet increasing demand.
2. Facility Upgrades: Investments in significant upgrades to existing facilities, such as
renovating terminals, improving baggage handling systems, updating signage, or
installing modern technology to enhance passenger experience.
3. Safety and Security Enhancements: Large-scale projects aimed at improving airport
safety and security, including upgrades to fire suppression systems, security
screening areas, and surveillance technologies.
4. Sustainability Initiatives: Funding for projects focused on environmental
sustainability, such as solar panel installations, energy-efficient lighting, electric
vehicle infrastructure, or stormwater management systems.
5. Regulatory Compliance: Capital projects designed to meet new or updated Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) or environmental regulations, such as noise mitigation,
runway safety improvements, or environmental impact reduction efforts.
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6. Airport Modernization: Strategic investments to modernize the airport’s
infrastructure and technologies, such as implementing smart airport systems,
upgrading communication networks, or enhancing passenger amenities.
7. Long-Term Strategic Projects: Planning and funding for large-scale, multi-year
projects that support the airport's long-term growth and strategic goals, including
master plan developments or major redesigns.
The Airport Special Capital Projects Fund is critical for ensuring that the airport can evolve to
meet future challenges and opportunities, remain competitive, and provide a high level of
service for airlines, passengers, and stakeholders.
Aviation Industry Abbreviations and Acronyms
Aeronautical
Aeronautical use is land reserved for an aeronautical activity, which is “any activity that
involves, makes possible, or is required for the operation of aircraft or that contributes to or
is required for the safety of such operations”. Revenue from all regulated charges levied at
the Airport (i.e., Landing Fees, Parking and Housing Fees, PSF (Facilitation) and User
Department fees).
Agua Caliente Concourse (ACC)
The Agua Caliente Concourse, supporting gates 12 through 20(A), is a key part of Palm
Springs International Airport's terminal infrastructure. Originally known as the Regional Jet
Concourse, it was renamed to the Agua Caliente Concourse (ACC) in 2024 through a naming
rights agreement.
This renaming reflects the airport's ongoing partnerships and connection with the local
community, enhancing the passenger experience while honoring the rich cultural heritage
of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. The concourse continues to play a vital role in
managing airport traffic and serving passengers flying, regional and mainline aircraft, while
also contributing to the airport's overall capacity and operational efficiency.
Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (ACDBE)
Similar to the DBE program in that it is a Department of Transportation (DOT) program
designed to level the playing field for small businesses who wish to participate in contracting
opportunities at airports.
Airport Improvement Project (AIP)
The Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982 established the Airport Improvement
Program (AIP) (and its subsequent amendments and reauthorizations). AIP Grants are
awarded to public-use airports for purposes of airport planning, airport development, or
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noise compatibility projects. Eligible airport planning projects can address area-wide or
individual airport needs. PSP is granted approximately $4.5 million per federal fiscal year.
Airport Layout Plan (ALP)
An Airport Layout Plan (ALP) is a comprehensive, scaled drawing that visually represents
the current and future development of an airport. It includes detailed diagrams of airport
facilities such as runways, taxiways, terminals, hangars, parking areas, and other essential
infrastructure. The ALP also shows the airport’s boundaries and surrounding land use.
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 is a $1.9 trillion coronavirus rescue package designed
to facilitate the United States’ recovery from the devastating economic and health effects of
the COVID-19 pandemic. The Airport received two grants, one of Airport operations and the
other for concessions relief totaling approximately $12 million.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a landmark civil rights law enacted in 1990 that
prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life,
including employment, education, transportation, and access to public and private spaces
open to the general public. The goal of the ADA is to ensure that people with disabilities
have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL)
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides $15 billion for airport-related projects as defined
under the existing Airport Improvement Grant and Passenger Facility Charge criteria. The
money can be invested in runways, taxiways, safety and sustainability projects, as well as
terminal, airport-transit connections and roadway projects.
Capital Improvement Project (CIP)
The CIP consists of the five-year eligible capital requirements at designated airports. It is not
a funding plan since the actual funding of development will depend on annual limitations for
the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) as imposed by Congress.
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES)
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, is a
$2.2 trillion economic stimulus bill passed by the 116th U.S. Congress and signed into law by
President Donald Trump on March 27, 2020, in response to the economic fallout of the
COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. The Airport received approximately $11 million.
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Commercial Service Aviation
A commercial service airport is a publicly owned airport with at least 2,500 passenger annual
boarding’s that receives scheduled passenger service. Commercial aviation is the part of civil
aviation that involves operating aircraft for remuneration or hire, as opposed to private
aviation.
Compensatory Agreement
An airport assumes all liability for airport costs and retains all airport revenue for its own use
in accordance with federal requirements. Aeronautical users are charged only for the costs
of the aeronautical facilities they use. In the compensatory approach, the airport assumes
the underlying financial risk of operating the airport but retains all profits for its own use.
Any written or oral employment, directorship, management, consulting, compensation,
incentive, bonus, change in control, severance, or termination, or similar agreement between
Seller and any current or former Employee, director, manager, Contractor or consultant to
which any current or former Employee, director, manager, Contractor or consultant is
entitled to benefits.
Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSA)
The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRSA), was
signed into law on December 27, 2020. The Airport received two grants, one of airport
operations and the other for concessions relief totaling approximately $5 million.
Customer Facility Charge (CFC)
CFCs are charged to rental car operators at an airport with the monies commonly going
towards landside capital improvement projects, or landside related operations and
maintenance projects. Effective March 1, 2022, the CFC at PSP is $9.00 per day for a
maximum of five days.
Debt Service
The cash that is required to cover the repayment of interest and principal on a debt for a
particular period.
Bond
A fixed-income instrument that represents a loan made by an investor to a borrower
(typically corporate or governmental)
Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE)
Small businesses that have socially and economically disadvantaged individuals who own at
least a 51% interest of a business and control management and daily business operations.
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Discretionary Funds
Discretionary monies are distributed by Office of Management and Budget and allow the
FAA to obligate Congressional apportionments with a financial plan.
Entitlement Funds
Entitlement apportionments are the first funds to be issued to airports and states.
Entitlement funds may be used by the airport each federal fiscal year. or transferred to
another airport, an action that is typical when one airport has higher fiscal needs for a
particular project.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the organization responsible for managing our
nation's busy skies.
Federal Fiscal Year (FFY)
Federal Fiscal Year starts on October 1 and ends on September 30. The FAA follows FFY.
Fiscal Year (FY)
The City of Palm Springs, Fiscal Year starts on July 1 and ends on June 30.
Fixed Base Operator (FBO)
Fixed-Base Operator (FBO). A business granted the right by the airport sponsor to operate
on an airport and provide aeronautical services such as fueling, hangaring, tie-down and
parking, aircraft rental, aircraft maintenance, flight instruction, etc. The FBO’s at PSP are
Signature Flight Support and Atlantic Aviation.
General Aviation
General aviation airports are public-use airports that do not have scheduled service or have
less than 2,500 annual passenger enplanements. All civil aviation operations other than
scheduled air services and nonscheduled air transport operations for remuneration or hire.
PSP has two FBO’s; Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support.
Geographic Information System (GIS)
A computer system for capturing, storing, checking, and displaying data related to positions
on Earth’s surface.
Hybrid Agreement
Airports that adopt rate setting systems employing elements of both residual and
compensatory approaches are known as hybrid agreements. Such agreements may charge
aeronautical users for the use of aeronautical facilities with aeronautical users assuming
additional responsibility for airport costs in return for a sharing of non-aeronautical
revenues that offset aeronautical costs. Contracts containing both services and product and
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are usually governed by the "predominant purpose" doctrine in order to determine whether
the contract is one for goods or services.
Law Enforcement Officer (LEO)
Is a specially trained officer responsible for maintaining safety and security within the airport
environment. LEOs work closely with airport security personnel, the Transportation Security
Administration (TSA), and other agencies to ensure the safety of passengers, staff, and the
general public.
Majority- in- Interest (MII)
Signatory Airlines who together had at least (51%) of the Signatory Airlines’ Enplaned
Passengers, including those carried by the Signatory Airlines’ Affiliates, and at lease (51%) of
the signatory Airlines in count, during the immediately preceding Fiscal Year for any Capital
Expense in the Airfield, Baggage Handling System, Loading Bridget, or Terminal Building Cost
Centers, which are subject to review of Capital Expenses.
Medium Hub
Medium hub airports each enplane 0.25 percent to 1 percent of total U.S. passenger
enplanements (an estimated 2,237,500 to 8,950,000 yearly enplanements). Combined,
medium hub airports account for 17 percent of all U.S. enplanements. Medium hub airports
usually have sufficient capacity to accommodate air carrier operations and a substantial
amount of general aviation activity. (FAA, 2015, p. 5).
Minimum Annual Guarantee (MAG)
Often included in concession contracts, which guarantees that the tenant will pay the airport
a minimum amount annual. The amount that Contractor(s) agrees that the city, at a
minimum will be paid each month.
Non-Aeronautical
Non-aeronautical use is land that does not support an aeronautical activity but is used to
generate revenue to support the airport’s aviation needs, Revenue from sources other than
airlines—typically includes retail concessions, car parking, and property and real estate.
Non-Signatory Airline
Any federally certificated commercial air carrier using the Airport which is not a party to a
Signatory Agreement.
Operations (OPS)
Airport operations refer to the day-to-day activities and processes involved in managing and
ensuring the smooth functioning of an airport. These operations encompass a wide range of
responsibilities that ensure the safety, efficiency, and security of air travel for passengers,
crew, and aircraft.
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Passenger Facility Charge (PFC)
The PFC program, first authorized by the Aviation Safety and Capacity Expansion Act of 1990
and now codified under Section 40117 of Title 49 U.S.C., provides a source of additional
capital to improve, expand, and repair the nation’s airport infrastructure. The legislation
allows public agencies controlling commercial service airports to charge enplaning
passengers using the airport a facility charge. The FAA must approve any facility charges
imposed on enplaning passengers. The PFC at PSP is $4.50 and the maximum PFC charge on
any one passenger travel ticket is capped at $18.00.
Residual Agreement
Residual agreements permit aeronautical users to receive a cross-credit of nonaeronautical
revenues. In a residual agreement, the airport applies excess non-aeronautical revenue to
the airfield costs to reduce air carrier fees; in exchange, the air carriers agree to cover any
shortfalls if the non-aeronautical revenue is insufficient to cover airport costs. In a residual
agreement, aeronautical users may assume part or all of the liability for non-aeronautical
costs. The Agreement with the rights and obligations which remain unperformed at a given
time prior to the Expiry Date.
Signatory Airline
A passenger Air Carrier that is a party to an active space rental agreement for space within
the Terminal Complex. At PSP a Signatory airline has signed the Airport Use and Lease
Agreement.
Small Hub
Small hub airports each enplane 0.05 percent to 0.25 percent of total U.S. passenger
enplanements (an estimated 2,237,500 to 2,447,500 annual enplanements per airport).
There are 76 small hub airports accounting for 9 percent of all enplanements in the U.S. At
most small hub airports, commercial airline operations account for less than 25 percent of
the runway use, so small hubs typically have higher levels of general aviation activity. (FAA,
2015, p. 5). PSP is a small hub airport.
Sonny Bono Concourse (BONO)
The Sonny Bono Concourse at PSP, completed in 1999, features eight gates equipped with
passenger boarding bridges for mainline aircraft, allowing for efficient and comfortable
boarding and deplaning. The concourse is known for its distinctive open-air design, which
seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces, offering passengers a unique connection to
the natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere of the region.
Taxiway (TWY)
A taxiway at PSP is a designated path on the airfield used by aircraft to move between the
runways, terminals, and other areas such as hangars or parking aprons. Taxiways are
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marked by specific signs and lighting to ensure safe and efficient aircraft movement on the
ground.
At PSP, the taxiways are essential for managing the flow of both commercial and general
aviation traffic, guiding aircraft to and from the runway, while helping maintain the airport’s
operational efficiency. Taxiways are designed to handle the weight and size of various
aircraft, ensuring smooth transitions between airfield operations.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is a U.S. government agency created in
response to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. It is responsible for safeguarding the
nation's transportation systems, with a primary focus on aviation security. Operating under
the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), TSA's mission is to ensure safe and secure
travel for passengers and cargo across airports, railways, highways, and other forms of
transportation.
ID Task Name
1 Nine Cities- open
2 Hey Joshua- open
3 Las Palmas Oasis- open
4 InMotion - open
5 Cactus to Clouds - open
6 Uptown Essentials - open
7 Las Casuelas & Coachella Valley
Coffee
8 The Pink Door
9 Trio
10 Vino Volo
11 Movie Colony Canteen
12 Coachella Duty Free Cart
5/3
5/3
7/19
8/16
9/1
9/27
11/15
12/20
12/20
3/14
6/20
1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter 1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter
PSP Concession Projected Opening Dates
Palm Springs International Airport Thu 9/5/24
ITEM 7.E
Palm Springs International Airport
3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Suite 1
Palm Springs, CA 92262-6966
flypsp.com
T: (760) 318-3800
DATE: September 16, 2024
TO: Chairman Corcoran and Airport Commissioners
FROM: Harry Barrett, Jr., Airport Executive Director
SUBJECT: Projects and Airport Capital Improvement Update
Capital Projects
Airport Master Plan (Updated September 16, 2024)
Background: This project is a 30-month comprehensive study to plan and develop capital program
requirements thru the year 2045. The study is scoped to be sustainable, and incorporates future goals
related to terminal complex, landside access and parking, and airside improvements for future
generation aircraft.
Status: In process. On June 4th, Airport staff in partnership with Mead & Hunt and Aviatrix conducted a
public meeting to garner feedback on the conceptual development drawing set for the master plan. A
major point of discussion was the location and height of the proposed rental car facility, with multiple
requests for the airport and consultant to consider alternatives for the location of the facility. Mead and
Hunt have analyzed additional alternatives for the rental car facility including reducing the number of
levels and identifying a south site with different orientations Airport staff informed the public that future
public meetings will be held in the coming months, to garner as much feedback as possible for the
community. Daley Strategies will be conducting a series of outreach meetings with each Coachella Valley
city as a result and another public open house is being scheduled with a target date of November. Next
steps for the Master Plan involve development of a financial feasibility program document, a California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) assessment,
approval of an Airport Layout Plan drawing set.
Sterile Area Shade Structures (updated September 16, 2024)
Background: This project aims to add shade structures post security to encourage broader use of the
Airport during summer months. This project is partially funded through a grant facilitated by Visit Greater
Palm Springs.
Status: In Construction. Concept design of the sterile area shade structures was completed, and Airport
staff secured permits for construction in August. Construction commenced in early August, however
during drilling in the ground the contractor encountered numerous undocumented utility conduits and
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pipes running underneath the drill site which radar did not identify. The shade structure is currently being
redesigned to account for the utility’s infrastructure.
Taxiway W and A1 Rehabilitation (updated September 16, 2024)
Background: This is an Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funded project to design and rehabilitate the
Airport’s primary commercial taxiway under the Pavement Management Program.
Status: In Progress. The Airport’s on-call engineering firm RS&H completed surveying and destructive
testing of the pavement to determine the project approach for rehabilitation. Design is 100% complete
and has been reviewed by the Department of the City Engineer and by the FAA . PSP solicited this project
for bid in March and received multiple competitive bids. The bid process was solicited contingent on FAA
grant funding. PSP has secured an Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant for roughly $8.6M to begin
construction which includes a mill and overlay of the taxiway. PSP held a kick-off meeting on September
13th with the contractor – work is anticipated to commence in the coming weeks.
Baggage Claim Expansion and Renovation (Updated September 16, 2024):
Background: This project was previously identified on the Airport’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
list for start in FY 2025.
Status: In progress - design. In the Fall of 2022, Airport staff applied for a nation-wide competitive grant
under the Airports Terminal Program (ATP) under the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Airport staff
was notified on February 27th that PSP had been awarded a $5.7M grant to partially fund expansion of
baggage claim. Airport staff has determined that a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) project delivery
methodology is appropriate for this project and Request for Proposal #34-23 was advertised. A contract
award for Construction Manager at Risk to Skanska was approved by the City Council in July 2023 with a
project budget of $45M.
This project remains in environmental review. Airport staff is following up continuously with the FAA but
at this time there is no indication on when the environmental review process will be completed. The
Federal Aviation Administration notified Airport staff in February 2023 that because of the Wexler
terminal being listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the baggage claim project is subject to
additional environmental review processes that would delay an environmental determination. As a
result, the $5.7 million grant announced to PSP in February of last year for the bag claim expansion was
clawed back and reallocated to another Airport. PSP has applied for the next funding round of Airports
Terminal Program grants under the Bi-Partisan Infrastructure Law, however future competitive grants are
not guaranteed. Airport staff scaled back the total project from an 18,000 square feet expansion to
10,000 square feet to enable the project to be environmentally cleared without any additional delays.
Airport staff is continuing to 70% design on this project with the complete design anticipated to be
delivered by January 2025.
Outbound Baggage Handling System Replacement: (Updated September 16, 2024)
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Background: This project is intended to modify or replace the current outbound baggage handling system
with a new inline baggage handling system to improve capacity and process efficiency, implement
additional technology for bag tracking, reduce or eliminate single points of failure, and improve
ergonomics.
Status: In process - design: City Council approved the selection of AECOM for inline outbound baggage
handling system design services. AECOM has provided 30% designs which were approved by TSA in
consultation with the airlines in August. AECOM is proceeding to 70% design on this project, with
documents and design review anticipated for November. Airport staff and AECOM continue to hold bi-
weekly meetings with TSA and airline stakeholders to review design and seek input. Airport staff have
met with airline stakeholders to seek project approval under the Majority-In-Interest clause of the Airline
Use and Lease Agreement. The Signatory Airlines will meet and confer with a vote anticipated this winter.
Airport staff directed AECOM to incorporate the City’s approved master plan terminal development
alternative into design and AECOM has been responsive to that request. The timing of federal funding
suggests that PSP will target CY 2025 for construction.
Measure J Improvements (updated July 11, 2024)
Background: The City Finance Department identified roughly $1.2 Million in funding collected for the
purpose of ensuring the completion of Airport specific community projects. The Measure J Commission
and Airport Commission voted recommend a number of projects to the City Council for Airport staff to
pursue, and those recommendations were ultimately approved by the Council.
Status: In progress. Airport staff has started coordinating the completion of two of the five projects
approved by the City Council.
The Commissions jointly recommended some funds be applied to replacement of the carpet in the lobby
areas of the Wexler terminal. Airport staff reviewed the City’s approval and intends to install terrazzo
instead of replacing carpet with new carpet. Staff believes this would likely be a better use of Measure J
funding and still meets the intent of the recommendation/approval. The Executive Director instructed
the Airport’s on-call architectural firm to design a flooring plan consistent with the Wexler terminal’s
original flooring design. Upon completion, Airport staff intends to seek Historic Preservation Committee
review before soliciting the design for construction bids. The Airport staff has also begun evaluating
specifications for replacement water filling stations. Staff expects to order new equipment over the
summer for anticipated installation in the early fall (timeline subject to supply chain/delivery schedule).
Restroom Renovations (updated April 11, 2024)
Background: City Council approved Airport staff to design and renovate all public restrooms Airport wide
in the FY 2023 budget. This would include demolition and replacement of all flooring and fixtures,
upgrades to ventilation and lighting systems, and conversion of some restrooms to gender neutral
facilities.
Status: In progress – Design. Airport staff provided Gensler with Notice to Proceed with a project
definition report for design and renovation of restrooms at the Bono concourse and in the courtyard
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areas while a decision and approval of a terminal development alternative is pending. These areas will
be considered Phase I of the project. Gensler has held two stakeholder feedback meetings to date, the
first which included Airport staff, the second which included various external stakeholders representing
the Airport commission, modernism and historic preservation communities, tourism organizations and
City government. These meetings are intended to incorporate user preferences and ideas into their
design process. Gensler is starting conceptual design work which is anticipated to take up to two months.
Public Parking Electrification – Lot D (Updated April 11, 2024)
Background: Airport staff applied for the Southern California Edison electric vehicle charging
infrastructure rebate program in the winter of 2022. The program is designed to provide no-cost
infrastructure to enable Level 2 electric vehicle charging with the caveat that sponsors self-procure level
2 chargers.
Status: PSP was approved for expansion of electric infrastructure under the SCE rebate program. Request
for Proposal #04-23 was issued on June 1st, 2023, for procurement of 40 level two chargers to serve 80
parking positions. Airport staff have ordered the Level 2 chargers which are set to arrive by the end of
October. Staff is preparing a Request for Proposal to install the chargers once the infrastructure work has
been completed by SCE. Airport staff is developing costs recovery rate and fee plans for EV charging
spaces and anticipates bringing proposals to the finance committee in the winter of 2023. SCE has
advised Airport staff to expect infrastructure work to feed the chargers to be completed by November
2024.
Program Updates
Feasibility Study for Federal Inspection Station (International Air Service) (Updated May 11, 2024)
Background: This two-phased study (partially funded by Visit Greater Palm Springs) seeks to analyze how
small and medium hub airports have successfully constructed an FIS and expanded international routes
to their facilities, and subsequently develop a business plan for expansion of Customs and Boarder
Protection Services for commercial flights at PSP.
Status: In Process – Phase II; Airport staff gave InterVISTAS Notice to Proceed on Phase II of the study
which involves a PSP-specific FIS plan on October 4, 2023. InterVISTAS has substantially completed the
market demand analysis and the economic impact analysis of the study. Airport staff met with
InterVISTAS to discuss the status of the study and to provide direction as required. InterVISTAS is now
working with the Airport’s master plan consultant to coordinate on facility site selection and
environmental review. Airport staff provided InterVISTAS with an amended scope of work to proceed
with inter-governmental coordination and federal advocacy consulting related to securing CBP labor and
equipment resources to staff and operate an FIS. InterVISTAS informed Airport staff that their study effort
has reached the point where their team is prepared to provide a written justification document for
Customs and Boarder Protection review.
Palm Springs International Airport
3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Suite 1
Palm Springs, CA 92262-6966
flypsp.com
T: (760) 318-3800
DATE: September 16, 2024
TO: Chairman Corcoran and Airport Commissioners
FROM: Harry Barrett, Jr., Airport Executive Director
SUBJECT: Executive Director Report
__________________________________________________________________________
Emerging Developments
Agua Caliente Concourse Sponsorship (Updated September 16, 2024)
Background: Last year, Fuse Connect, PSP’s advertising partner entered into agreement with the Agua
Caliente Casinos for a naming rights sponsorship which includes advertising space, signage on the
concourse and an activation space for passenger comfort.
Report: Airport and City staff have been working with Agua Caliente Casinos to refine the activation
space. The staff have come to an agreement with facilitation from the Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
on the design of an activation space which is anticipated to be constructed over the next few months.
The Agua Caliente Concourse signage is installed on the concourse wall and an unveiling of that signage
is being planned. Further information will be provided as details are determined.
Airport Reorganization – New FTEs (Updated September 16, 2024)
Background: The PS City Council adopted the FY 2024 and FY 2025 budgets on June 29th, which included
the Airport’s request for an additional 49 Full Time Equivalent positions. These positions included
augmentation of current classifications to support growth, as well as new classifications to better align
resources with Airport needs.
Report: Airport staff and Human Resources (HR) have been coordinating on hiring priorities. Airport staff
continues to recruit for the Deputy Director of Planning & Engineering. This position has been difficult to
fill with candidates citing compensation as a critical barrier. Since the last meeting, Airport Staff extended
an offer and hired a Project Manager. The Project Manager started work on September 9th and is
currently in training, Currently the Airport is interviewing for Manager of Safety Management Systems
and for a number of frontline positions. The next position to be recruited is Innovation and Strategy
Manager.
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Legislative Report – FY 25 DHS Appropriations (New June 9, 2024)
Background: On Wednesday June 12, the House Appropriations Committee will consider the FY 25
appropriations bill. The Senate Appropriations Committee has not yet announced plans to begin
considering FY 25 requests.
Report: In advance of the House Department of Security (DHS) Appropriations Subcommittee
considering its fiscal year 2025 (FY25) bill June 4th, the Subcommittee released its draft bill and a
summary. The bill provides $64.81 billion, $2.2 billion above the budget request for DHS, including
funding for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection
(CBP). The draft bill summary does not highlight funding for new CBP Officers as requested by airport
industry organizations, which resulted in a net gain of 150 officers to the agency. Airport staff is closely
watching developments as these spending priorities have a direct impact on PSP’s ability to secure CBP
resources to staff an FIS.
Legislative Report – FAA Reauthorization (New June 9, 2024)
Background: On May 16, President Biden signed a bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Bill into law.
Report: On May 9th, the Senate passed an FAA Reauthorization bill that would renew authority of the
agency for the next five years and passed a short-term extension that would give the House of
Representatives room to review and pass the bill with strong bi-partisan support. On May 15th, the House
of Representatives overwhelmingly approved the bill which increases AIP funding to $4 billion annually,
authorizes $200 million for resilience and runway safety projects, and expands the Voluntary Airport Low
Emissions program to all commercial airports. The bill also authorizes $20 million annually for each of
three aviation workforce programs aimed at supporting the education of pilots, mechanics and aerospace
workers. PSP anticipates a potential increase in AIP stemming from this bill, although the amount is yet
to be determined.
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ITEM 10.A - PAST CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS
Airport Commission Meeting of September 18, 2024
City Council Meetings for August 2024:
There were no City Council meetings in August.
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ITEM 10.B - FUTURE CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS
Airport Commission Meeting of September 18, 2024
September 12, 2024
• Approve a Goods Purchase Agreement with Ride Mobility LLC for Three Electric
Transit Busses
• Introduce an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs Amending
the Municipal Code Section 6.10.082 regarding Smoking Prohibitions at the
Airport
• Approve a Contract Services Agreement No. 24B117 with Bubbles Carpet
Cleaning LLC for on-call Floor Care services at the Airport
• Approve Contract Services Agreement No. 24X212 with Desert ARC DBA
Landscaping for Ground Maintenance, Landscaping and Trash Removal services
for the Airport
• Approve an Amendment No. 1 to Contract Services Agreement No. 23E228 with
Universal Protection Service, LP DBA Allied Universal Security Services for
Aviation and Inbound Cargo Screening for the Airport
• Approve a Goods Purchase Agreement No. 24B215 with Canda Inc. / DBA NIU
Toilet for Restroom Trailers for the Airport
• Approve a Goods Purchase Agreement 24B217 with Vogel Traffic Services, Inc
for Truck Mounted Striping Machine for the Airport
September 26, 2024
• Approve an Amendment No. 3 to Contract Services Agreement No. A8535 with
ABM Aviation Inc. for Parking Management Services at the Airport
• Approve an Amendment No. 2 to Maintenance Agreement No. A8310 with
Signature Technologies Inc. DBA Com-Net Software to provide Software,
Maintenance and Services for Flight Information Systems Display Software at the
Airport
• Approve a Contract Services Agreement No. 24B111 with Décor IQ, LLC for
Holiday Decorations at the Airport
Palm Springs International Airport
MONTHLY PASSENGER ACTIVITY REPORT - 2024
2024 2023 % Change 2024 2023 % Change 2024 2023 % Change
January 167,926 169,746 -1.1%168,852 171,910 -1.8%336,778 341,656 -1.4%
February 186,052 184,973 0.6%196,544 188,877 4.1%382,596 373,850 2.3%
March 238,473 223,314 6.8%234,499 226,832 3.4%472,972 450,146 5.1%
April 202,219 200,753 0.7%180,068 178,600 0.8%382,287 379,353 0.8%
May 127,314 129,695 -1.8%119,176 116,491 2.3%246,490 246,186 0.1%
June 68,656 71,635 -4.2%62,983 66,826 -5.8%131,639 138,461 -4.9%
July 63,647 -100.0%60,689 -100.0%- 124,336 -100.0%
August 59,309 -100.0%59,947 -100.0%- 119,256 -100.0%
September 73,813 -100.0%77,748 -100.0%- 151,561 -100.0%
October 126,702 -100.0%133,106 -100.0%- 259,808 -100.0%
November 162,180 -100.0%165,290 -100.0%- 327,470 -100.0%
December 158,245 -100.0%166,997 -100.0%- 325,242 -100.0%
Year to Date 990,640 1,624,012 1.1%962,122 1,613,313 1.3%1,952,762 3,237,325 1.2%
Enplaned Deplaned Total Passengers
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Best Month Comparison
ENPLANEMENTS
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Vs Best Mo
Jan 136,157 39,614 118,204 169,746 167,926 -1.1%
Feb 156,909 57,530 142,206 184,973 186,052 0.6%
Mar 113,166 107,577 202,993 223,314 238,473 6.8%
Apr 5,811 111,376 185,946 200,753 202,219 0.7%
May 10,751 92,820 123,736 129,695 127,314 -1.8%
Jun 14,827 66,885 73,861 71,635 68,656 -4.2%
Jul 17,231 65,869 68,071 63,647 -100.0%
Aug 18,389 58,793 65,368 59,309 -100.0%
Sep 23,087 65,682 79,599 73,813 -100.0%
Oct 41,597 108,923 120,659 126,702 -100.0%
Nov 52,874 135,677 160,129 162,180 -100.0%
Dec 41,517 136,897 159,846 158,245 -100.0%
TOTAL 632,316 1,047,643 1,500,618 1,624,012 990,640
% Chg.-50.89%65.68%43.24%8.22%
TOTAL PASSENGERS
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Vs Best Mo
Jan 276,099 79,082 237,388 341,656 336,778 -1.4%
Feb 320,906 120,657 292,336 373,850 382,596 2.3%
Mar 198,850 214,477 403,883 450,146 472,972 5.1%
Apr 10,082 215,777 358,115 379,353 382,287 0.8%
May 19,154 174,535 233,239 246,186 246,490 0.1%
Jun 28,748 129,872 142,524 138,461 131,639 -4.9%
Jul 33,776 129,463 133,664 124,336 -100.0%
Aug 36,482 117,952 129,952 119,256 -100.0%
Sep 47,915 136,666 162,834 151,561 -100.0%
Oct 88,777 225,991 247,457 259,808 -100.0%
Nov 108,043 271,944 319,237 327,470 -100.0%
Dec 83,262 276,527 321,215 325,242 -100.0%
TOTAL 1,252,094 2,092,943 2,981,844 3,237,325 1,952,762
% Chg.51.17%67.16%42.47%8.57%
Palm Springs International Airport
ACTIVITY BY AIRLINE
JUNE 2024
(E & D)
AIRLINES 2024 2023 % Change 2024 2023 % Change 2024 2023 % Change Market Share
Air Canada - - 0.0%- 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
Alaska 11,700 12,249 -4.5%10,653 11,337 -6.0%22,353 23,586 -5.2%17.0%
American 12,734 14,428 -11.7%11,773 13,596 -13.4%24,507 28,024 -12.5%18.6%
Avelo 833 653 27.6%759 635 19.5%1,592 1,288 23.6%1.2%
Delta Air - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
SkyWest (Delta Connection)4,090 4,382 -6.7%3,780 3,895 -3.0%7,870 8,277 -4.9%6.0%
SkyWest (United Express)7,880 9,140 -13.8%7,461 8,596 -13.2%15,341 17,736 -13.5%11.7%
SkyWest (AA)5,740 3,691 55.5%5,336 3,492 52.8%11,076 7,183 54.2%8.4%
Southwest Air 19,169 21,529 -11.0%17,069 20,597 -17.1%36,238 42,126 -14.0%27.5%
United 3,119 404 672.0%3,384 285 1087.4%6,503 689 843.8%4.9%
WestJet 3,324 5,113 -35.0%2,701 4,272 -36.8%6,025 9,385 -35.8%4.6%
Allegiant Air - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
Flair - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
JetBlue - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
MN Airlines (Sun Country)67 46 45.7%67 121 `134 167 100.0%0.1%
Charters - 0.0%- 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
TOTAL 68,656 71,635 -4.2%62,983 66,826 -5.8%131,639 138,461 -4.9%100.0%
Enplaned Deplaned Total
Palm Springs International Airport
Airlines Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun FYTD
Air Canada - - - 335 5,670 5,059 5,595 6,330 8,366 6,626 - - 37,981
Alaska 11,339 9,923 11,493 25,541 30,823 30,980 31,030 35,114 43,343 43,472 23,326 11,700 308,084
American 13,695 14,400 15,596 20,342 23,979 22,963 23,536 27,581 34,401 29,854 24,503 12,734 263,584
Avelo Air - - - - 2,477 2,528 2,498 2,889 3,870 3,635 865 833 19,595
Delta Air - - 392 3,945 5,840 11,659 16,245 16,444 21,544 12,438 1,510 - 90,017
SkyWest (Delta Connection)4,267 4,070 5,050 5,668 5,403 5,466 5,415 5,799 6,147 5,671 4,707 4,090 61,753
SkyWest (United Express)8,606 8,448 9,630 7,470 8,324 7,057 8,416 8,360 10,408 11,128 8,880 7,880 104,607
SkyWest (American Air)3,691 2,630 3,055 5,390 5,314 3,887 4,784 4,400 5,692 5,557 5,685 5,740 55,825
Southwest Air 17,851 15,667 19,382 25,155 29,421 25,412 29,154 29,022 39,475 34,093 31,483 19,169 315,284
United 4,656 17,089 20,427 19,345 19,643 22,654 29,272 20,469 13,693 3,119 170,367
WestJet 4,198 4,171 4,058 11,646 16,585 16,441 16,592 19,532 23,121 19,859 10,283 3,324 149,810
Allegiant Air - - - 1,331 1,457 1,173 1,175 1,679 2,766 2,270 285 - 12,136
Flair 1,445 303 - - 1,748
JetBlue - - - 175 3,284 2,640 404 1,627 3,422 2,950 - - 14,502
MN Airlines (Sun Country)- - 501 2,615 3,176 3,635 3,439 4,621 5,201 3,894 2,094 67 29,243
Charters - - - - - - - - - - - - -
TOTAL ENPLANED 63,647 59,309 73,813 126,702 162,180 158,245 167,926 186,052 238,473 202,219 127,314 68,656 1,634,536
DEPLANED PASSENGERS
Airlines Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun FYTD
Air Canada - - - 533 5,771 5,293 5,267 6,477 7,397 4,733 - - 35,471
Alaska 10,590 10,605 12,779 27,568 30,674 31,911 30,481 37,102 44,485 37,809 20,326 10,653 304,983
American 13,171 14,104 15,246 20,434 24,029 24,431 24,617 29,068 32,174 27,926 24,715 11,773 261,688
Avelo Air 2,560 2,553 2,486 2,977 3,888 3,342 803 759 19,368
Delta Air 671 3,917 5,840 13,161 16,443 17,936 20,850 12,438 1,702 - 92,958
SkyWest (Delta Connection)3,959 3,996 5,299 5,741 5,467 5,416 5,936 5,933 6,177 5,350 4,504 3,780 61,558
SkyWest (United Express)8,016 8,498 10,039 7,711 8,827 7,852 7,922 8,774 9,825 10,370 7,986 7,461 103,281
SkyWest (American Air)3,492 2,666 2,997 5,463 5,120 3,818 4,108 3,884 5,132 5,067 4,953 5,336 52,036
Southwest Air 17,428 16,060 20,799 25,891 30,654 28,082 28,435 30,944 39,636 32,632 31,786 17,069 319,416
United 4,971 17,220 20,384 20,040 19,723 23,233 28,094 17,459 11,754 3,384 166,262
WestJet 4,033 4,018 4,366 13,554 17,883 16,173 18,053 21,323 23,235 14,812 8,596 2,701 148,747
Allegiant Air 1,728 1,468 1,129 1,151 1,859 3,003 1,763 196 - 12,297
Flair 1,555 69 - - 1,624
JetBlue 322 3,143 3,173 353 1,742 3,586 2,867 - - 15,186
MN Airlines (Sun Country)581 3,024 3,470 3,965 3,877 5,292 5,462 3,431 1,855 67 31,024
Charters - - - - - - - - - - - - -
TOTAL DEPLANED 60,689 59,947 77,748 133,106 165,290 166,997 168,852 196,544 234,499 180,068 119,176 62,983 1,625,899
TOTAL E & D 124,336 119,256 151,561 259,808 327,470 325,242 336,778 382,596 472,972 382,287 246,490 131,639 3,260,435
ENPLANED & DEPLANED PASSENGERS - FY 2023 2024
ENPLANED PASSENGERS
Palm Springs International Airport
MONTHLY PASSENGER ACTIVITY REPORT - 2024
2024 2023 % Change 2024 2023 % Change 2024 2023 % Change
January 167,926 169,746 -1.1%168,852 171,910 -1.8%336,778 341,656 -1.4%
February 186,052 184,973 0.6%196,544 188,877 4.1%382,596 373,850 2.3%
March 238,473 223,314 6.8%234,499 226,832 3.4%472,972 450,146 5.1%
April 202,219 200,753 0.7%180,068 178,600 0.8%382,287 379,353 0.8%
May 127,314 129,695 -1.8%119,176 116,491 2.3%246,490 246,186 0.1%
June 68,656 71,635 -4.2%62,983 66,826 -5.8%131,639 138,461 -4.9%
July 56,556 63,647 -11.1%56,149 60,689 -7.5%112,705 124,336 -9.4%
August 59,309 -100.0%59,947 -100.0%- 119,256 -100.0%
September 73,813 -100.0%77,748 -100.0%- 151,561 -100.0%
October 126,702 -100.0%133,106 -100.0%- 259,808 -100.0%
November 162,180 -100.0%165,290 -100.0%- 327,470 -100.0%
December 158,245 -100.0%166,997 -100.0%- 325,242 -100.0%
Year to Date 1,047,196 1,624,012 0.3%1,018,271 1,613,313 0.8%2,065,467 3,237,325 0.6%
Enplaned Deplaned Total Passengers
Palm Springs International Airport
Best Month Comparison
ENPLANEMENTS
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Vs Best Mo
Jan 136,157 39,614 118,204 169,746 167,926 -1.1%
Feb 156,909 57,530 142,206 184,973 186,052 0.6%
Mar 113,166 107,577 202,993 223,314 238,473 6.8%
Apr 5,811 111,376 185,946 200,753 202,219 0.7%
May 10,751 92,820 123,736 129,695 127,314 -1.8%
Jun 14,827 66,885 73,861 71,635 68,656 -4.2%
Jul 17,231 65,869 68,071 63,647 56,556 -11.1%
Aug 18,389 58,793 65,368 59,309 -100.0%
Sep 23,087 65,682 79,599 73,813 -100.0%
Oct 41,597 108,923 120,659 126,702 -100.0%
Nov 52,874 135,677 160,129 162,180 -100.0%
Dec 41,517 136,897 159,846 158,245 -100.0%
TOTAL 632,316 1,047,643 1,500,618 1,624,012 1,047,196
% Chg.-50.89%65.68%43.24%8.22%
TOTAL PASSENGERS
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Vs Best Mo
Jan 276,099 79,082 237,388 341,656 336,778 -1.4%
Feb 320,906 120,657 292,336 373,850 382,596 2.3%
Mar 198,850 214,477 403,883 450,146 472,972 5.1%
Apr 10,082 215,777 358,115 379,353 382,287 0.8%
May 19,154 174,535 233,239 246,186 246,490 0.1%
Jun 28,748 129,872 142,524 138,461 131,639 -4.9%
Jul 33,776 129,463 133,664 124,336 56,149 -54.8%
Aug 36,482 117,952 129,952 119,256 -100.0%
Sep 47,915 136,666 162,834 151,561 -100.0%
Oct 88,777 225,991 247,457 259,808 -100.0%
Nov 108,043 271,944 319,237 327,470 -100.0%
Dec 83,262 276,527 321,215 325,242 -100.0%
TOTAL 1,252,094 2,092,943 2,981,844 3,237,325 2,008,911
% Chg.51.17%67.16%42.47%8.57%
Palm Springs International Airport
ACTIVITY BY AIRLINE
JULY 2024
(E & D)
AIRLINES 2024 2023 % Change 2024 2023 % Change 2024 2023 % Change Market Share
Air Canada - - 0.0%- 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
Alaska 10,396 11,339 -8.3%10,629 10,590 0.4%21,025 21,929 -4.1%18.7%
American 10,690 13,695 -21.9%10,441 13,171 -20.7%21,131 26,866 -21.3%18.7%
Avelo 601 - #DIV/0!586 - #DIV/0!1,187 - #DIV/0!1.1%
Delta Air - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
SkyWest (Delta Connection)3,943 4,267 -7.6%3,870 3,959 -2.2%7,813 8,226 -5.0%6.9%
SkyWest (United Express)8,196 8,606 -4.8%8,097 8,016 1.0%16,293 16,622 -2.0%14.5%
SkyWest (AA)5,661 3,691 53.4%5,413 3,492 55.0%11,074 7,183 54.2%9.8%
Southwest Air 14,158 17,851 -20.7%14,150 17,428 -18.8%28,308 35,279 -19.8%25.1%
United - - #DIV/0!- - #DIV/0!- - #DIV/0!0.0%
WestJet 2,911 4,198 -30.7%2,963 4,033 -26.5%5,874 8,231 -28.6%5.2%
Allegiant Air - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
Flair - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
JetBlue - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
MN Airlines (Sun Country)- - #DIV/0!- - `- - 100.0%0.0%
Charters - - 0.0%- - 0.0%- - 0.0%0.0%
TOTAL 56,556 63,647 -11.1%56,149 60,689 -7.5%112,705 124,336 -9.4%100.0%
Enplaned Deplaned Total
Palm Springs International Airport
Airlines Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun FYTD
Air Canada - - - 335 5,670 5,059 5,595 6,330 8,366 6,626 - - 37,981
Alaska 11,339 9,923 11,493 25,541 30,823 30,980 31,030 35,114 43,343 43,472 23,326 11,700 308,084
American 13,695 14,400 15,596 20,342 23,979 22,963 23,536 27,581 34,401 29,854 24,503 12,734 263,584
Avelo Air - - - - 2,477 2,528 2,498 2,889 3,870 3,635 865 833 19,595
Delta Air - - 392 3,945 5,840 11,659 16,245 16,444 21,544 12,438 1,510 - 90,017
SkyWest (Delta Connection)4,267 4,070 5,050 5,668 5,403 5,466 5,415 5,799 6,147 5,671 4,707 4,090 61,753
SkyWest (United Express)8,606 8,448 9,630 7,470 8,324 7,057 8,416 8,360 10,408 11,128 8,880 7,880 104,607
SkyWest (American Air)3,691 2,630 3,055 5,390 5,314 3,887 4,784 4,400 5,692 5,557 5,685 5,740 55,825
Southwest Air 17,851 15,667 19,382 25,155 29,421 25,412 29,154 29,022 39,475 34,093 31,483 19,169 315,284
United 4,656 17,089 20,427 19,345 19,643 22,654 29,272 20,469 13,693 3,119 170,367
WestJet 4,198 4,171 4,058 11,646 16,585 16,441 16,592 19,532 23,121 19,859 10,283 3,324 149,810
Allegiant Air - - - 1,331 1,457 1,173 1,175 1,679 2,766 2,270 285 - 12,136
Flair 1,445 303 - - 1,748
JetBlue - - - 175 3,284 2,640 404 1,627 3,422 2,950 - - 14,502
MN Airlines (Sun Country)- - 501 2,615 3,176 3,635 3,439 4,621 5,201 3,894 2,094 67 29,243
Charters - - - - - - - - - - - - -
TOTAL ENPLANED 63,647 59,309 73,813 126,702 162,180 158,245 167,926 186,052 238,473 202,219 127,314 68,656 1,634,536
DEPLANED PASSENGERS
Airlines Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun FYTD
Air Canada - - - 533 5,771 5,293 5,267 6,477 7,397 4,733 - - 35,471
Alaska 10,590 10,605 12,779 27,568 30,674 31,911 30,481 37,102 44,485 37,809 20,326 10,653 304,983
American 13,171 14,104 15,246 20,434 24,029 24,431 24,617 29,068 32,174 27,926 24,715 11,773 261,688
Avelo Air 2,560 2,553 2,486 2,977 3,888 3,342 803 759 19,368
Delta Air 671 3,917 5,840 13,161 16,443 17,936 20,850 12,438 1,702 - 92,958
SkyWest (Delta Connection)3,959 3,996 5,299 5,741 5,467 5,416 5,936 5,933 6,177 5,350 4,504 3,780 61,558
SkyWest (United Express)8,016 8,498 10,039 7,711 8,827 7,852 7,922 8,774 9,825 10,370 7,986 7,461 103,281
SkyWest (American Air)3,492 2,666 2,997 5,463 5,120 3,818 4,108 3,884 5,132 5,067 4,953 5,336 52,036
Southwest Air 17,428 16,060 20,799 25,891 30,654 28,082 28,435 30,944 39,636 32,632 31,786 17,069 319,416
United 4,971 17,220 20,384 20,040 19,723 23,233 28,094 17,459 11,754 3,384 166,262
WestJet 4,033 4,018 4,366 13,554 17,883 16,173 18,053 21,323 23,235 14,812 8,596 2,701 148,747
Allegiant Air 1,728 1,468 1,129 1,151 1,859 3,003 1,763 196 - 12,297
Flair 1,555 69 - - 1,624
JetBlue 322 3,143 3,173 353 1,742 3,586 2,867 - - 15,186
MN Airlines (Sun Country)581 3,024 3,470 3,965 3,877 5,292 5,462 3,431 1,855 67 31,024
Charters - - - - - - - - - - - - -
TOTAL DEPLANED 60,689 59,947 77,748 133,106 165,290 166,997 168,852 196,544 234,499 180,068 119,176 62,983 1,625,899
TOTAL E & D 124,336 119,256 151,561 259,808 327,470 325,242 336,778 382,596 472,972 382,287 246,490 131,639 3,260,435
ENPLANED & DEPLANED PASSENGERS - FY 2023 2024
ENPLANED PASSENGERS
Palm Springs International Airport
PASSENGER ACTIVITY REPORT - FISCAL YEAR COMPARISON
FY '23-'24 % CHANGE FY '22-'23 % CHANGE FY '21-'22 % CHANGE FY '20 -'21 FY '23 -'24 % CHANGE FY '22-'23 % CHANGE FY '21-'22 % CHANGE FY '20 -'21 FY '23-'24 % CHANGE FY '22-'23 % CHANGE FY '21-'22 % CHANGE FY '20 -'21
July 63,647 -6%68,071 3%65,869 282%17,231 60,689 -7%65,593 3%63,594 284%16,545 124,336 -7%133,664 3%129,463 283%33,776
August 59,309 -9%65,368 11%58,793 220%18,389 59,947 -7%64,584 9%59,159 227%18,093 119,256 -8%129,952 10%117,952 223%36,482
September 73,813 -7%79,599 21%65,682 184%23,087 77,748 -7%83,235 17%70,984 186%24,828 151,561 -7%162,834 19%136,666 185%47,915
October 126,702 5%120,659 11%108,923 162%41,597 133,106 5%126,798 8%117,068 148%47,180 259,808 5%247,457 9%225,991 155%88,777
November 162,180 1%160,129 18%135,677 157%52,874 165,290 4%159,108 17%136,267 147%55,169 327,470 3%319,237 17%271,944 152%108,043
December 158,245 -1%159,846 17%136,897 230%41,517 166,997 3%161,369 16%139,630 234%41,745 325,242 1%321,215 16%276,527 232%83,262
January 167,926 -1%169,746 44%118,204 198%39,614 168,852 -2%171,910 44%119,184 202%39,468 336,778 -1%341,656 44%237,388 200%79,082
February 186,052 1%184,973 30%142,206 147%57,530 196,544 4%188,877 26%150,130 138%63,127 382,596 2%373,850 28%292,336 142%120,657
March 238,473 7%223,314 10%202,993 89%107,577 234,499 3%226,832 13%200,890 88%106,900 472,972 5%450,146 11%403,883 88%214,477
April 202,219 1%200,753 8%185,946 67%111,376 180,068 1%178,600 4%172,169 65%104,401 382,287 1%379,353 6%358,115 66%215,777
May 127,314 -2%129,695 5%123,736 33%92,820 119,176 2%116,491 6%109,503 34%81,715 246,490 0%246,186 6%233,239 34%174,535
June 68,656 -4%71,635 -3%73,861 10%66,885 62,983 -6%66,826 -3%68,663 9%62,987 131,639 -5%138,461 -3%142,524 10%129,872
YTD 1,634,536 0%1,633,788 15%1,418,787 112%670,497 1,625,899 1%1,610,223 14%1,407,241 113%662,158 3,260,435 1%3,244,011 15%2,826,028 112%1,332,655
ENPLANED PASSENGERS DEPLANED PASSENGERS TOTAL PASSENGERS
ITEM 11.B
Palm Springs International Airport
PASSENGER ACTIVITY REPORT - FISCAL YEAR COMPARISON
FY '24-'25 % CHANGE FY '23-'24 % CHANGE FY '22-'23 % CHANGE FY '21 -'22 FY '24 -'25 % CHANGE FY '23-'24 % CHANGE FY '22-'23 % CHANGE FY '21 -'22 FY '24-'25 % CHANGE FY '23-'24 % CHANGE FY '22-'23 % CHANGE FY '21 -'22
July 56,556 -11%63,647 -6%68,071 3%65,869 56,149 -7%60,689 -7%65,593 3%63,594 112,705 -9%124,336 -7%133,664 3%129,463
August -100%59,309 -9%65,368 11%58,793 -100%59,947 -7%64,584 9%59,159 - -100%119,256 -8%129,952 10%117,952
September -100%73,813 -7%79,599 21%65,682 -100%77,748 -7%83,235 17%70,984 - -100%151,561 -7%162,834 19%136,666
October -100%126,702 5%120,659 11%108,923 -100%133,106 5%126,798 8%117,068 - -100%259,808 5%247,457 9%225,991
November -100%162,180 1%160,129 18%135,677 -100%165,290 4%159,108 17%136,267 - -100%327,470 3%319,237 17%271,944
December -100%158,245 -1%159,846 17%136,897 -100%166,997 3%161,369 16%139,630 - -100%325,242 1%321,215 16%276,527
January -100%167,926 -1%169,746 44%118,204 -100%168,852 -2%171,910 44%119,184 - -100%336,778 -1%341,656 44%237,388
February -100%186,052 1%184,973 30%142,206 -100%196,544 4%188,877 26%150,130 - -100%382,596 2%373,850 28%292,336
March -100%238,473 7%223,314 10%202,993 -100%234,499 3%226,832 13%200,890 - -100%472,972 5%450,146 11%403,883
April -100%202,219 1%200,753 8%185,946 -100%180,068 1%178,600 4%172,169 - -100%382,287 1%379,353 6%358,115
May -100%127,314 -2%129,695 5%123,736 -100%119,176 2%116,491 6%109,503 - -100%246,490 0%246,186 6%233,239
June -100%68,656 -4%71,635 -3%73,861 -100%62,983 -6%66,826 -3%68,663 - -100%131,639 -5%138,461 -3%142,524
YTD 56,556 -97%1,634,536 0%1,633,788 15%1,418,787 56,149 -97%1,625,899 1%1,610,223 14%1,407,241 112,705 -97%3,260,435 1%3,244,011 15%2,826,028
ENPLANED PASSENGERS DEPLANED PASSENGERS TOTAL PASSENGERS
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ITEM 12.A - FUTURE COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Airport Commission Meeting of September 18, 2024
Date Time Committee
October 16, 2024 5:00 pm Noise Committee
TBD TBD Marketing and Business Development Committee
TBD TBD Ad Hoc Design Review Committee
TBD TBD Budget and Finance Committee
TBD TBD Operations, Properties and Facilities Committee
REPRESENTING COMMISSIONERS Marketing
(7 Members)
Budget
(9 Members)
Operations
(9 Members)
Noise
(6 Members)
Ad Hoc Design
Review
(6 Members)
Palm Springs Banks, Dave Member
Indian Wells BERRIMAN, Robert Member Member
Palm Springs BURKE, Todd Member**Member Member
Palm Springs CALDWELL, Daniel Member Member
Palm Springs CORCORAN, Kevin Member Member Chair
Coachella Delgado, Denise Member
Palm Springs Ebensteiner, Bryan Member Member
Palm Springs Feltman, David Chair Member
Palm Springs FONG, J Craig Member Chair**
Palm Springs Hendrick, Ken Member
La Quinta Kiehl, Geoffrey Member
Palm Springs MARTIN, Tracy Chair
Palm Springs McDermott, Sam Chair Member
Riverside County PARK, Margaret Member
Desert Hot Springs PYE, Jan Member Member
Cathedral City Samlaska, Christian Member
Palm Desert WISEMAN, Kevin Member Member Member Member
Indio WISE, Rick Member Member Member
Rancho Mirage YOUNG, Keith Member Member Member
represents new member to the Committee
** Current Committee Member in new role
AIRPORT COMMITTEES FY2023-24
REVISED 9-5-24
ITEM 12.B