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City of ugene Airport/ ublic Works Consolidation--2 ~i goal is o keep operating costs at the airport as lean as possible, while 1, providin quality service. This will allow the airport fund to begin paying t e debt service on the airport bonds as soon as possible." Ano her reason for the consolidation is the close connection between managemen of the airport construction project, which is the responsibility ~ of the Pu lic Works Department, and airport operations. "Airline lease negotiati ns, for example, affect the construction project because the ~ final des gn of the terminal and phasing of construction are part of the negotiati ns. Keeping the project on schedule and within budget requires very close wor ing relationships with all airport tenants. Centralizing decisions within on department makes it easier to coordinate the construction project and airpo t operations," Gleason said. The c nsolidation offers other opportunities for making the best use I of city re ources. "Our Public Works staff is experienced at handling the I public rel tions functions that are crucial during large construction projects. As the airport grows, the business management and technical support ' available n a large department like Public Wor{~s will benefit the airport as well." Gleaso credited Shelby for his service as airport director. "Bob has done a excellent job for the past 15 years and has a national reputation in airport administration. We will continue to rely on his expertise in this new o anization. The Airport will operate as a division of the Public I Works Depar ment, which is common in many cities." Shelby, age 59, joined the City in 1972 as Director of Aviation. He has ' served on t e board of the American Association of Airport Executives and chaired the association's Board of Examiners. Shelby has also served as president o the association's northwest chapter and the Oregon Airport ~1, Management ssociation.