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In 1929 a committee was formed by the Chamber of Commerce to choose a site for a permanent commercial airport. After considerable study, the present Goleta site was chosen. As a result of lobbying in Washington, the federal government helped Santa Barbara's dream of an airport to materialize. In February 1941 the local electorate approved a $149,000 bond issue for the purchase of the land with construction beginning soon thereafter. It was at this time that an Airport Commission was formed.

Construction accelerated during World War II when the United States Navy leased the airport for use as a Marine Corps Air Station. Considered surplus after the war, the airport was transferred back to the City in 1947, which annexed the property in 1962.

General Functions
Advises City Council regarding the following:

·         Selection and appointment of an Airport Director.

·         Terms and conditions of leases, contracts and agreements pertaining to operation of the Airport.

·         Rules and regulations related to operation and maintenance of the Airport, including the fixing of rates and charges related to operation of the Airport.

·         Preparation of development plans, financial plans and budget for the Airport.

Membership
7 Members

Qualifications

·  Four members must be qualified electors of the City.

·  Three members may be City or County residents.

Length of Term
Four years and until successors are appointed. Staggered terms expire on December 31 of the appropriate year.

Meeting Schedule
The Commission meets on the third Wednesday of each month at
7:00 p.m. in the Airport Administration Conference Room,
601 Firestone Road.

Time Involved
Approximately 3 - 4 hours per month for meetings and related activities.  Time commitment may vary depending on voluntary participation on subcommittees.

Financial Disclosure Requirement
Members are required to file a Statement of Economic Interests upon appointment, annually and when leaving the advisory group.

Compensation
None.

Staff
Airport Department, (805) 692-6002.

Reference
City Charter Sections 800-805, and 812; Municipal Code
Section 2.08.020.A; Chapter 18.44; Ordinance Nos. 3992, 3904, 3860, and 3726; Resolution Nos. 95-158, and 87-001.