In a recent government meeting, the airport commission discussed the hiring of Gino as the new airport manager, following Mark Noteboom's decision to apply for retirement. The selection process involved narrowing down candidates from five to three, ultimately leading to Gino's appointment, which received unanimous approval from the board.

Gino's extensive experience in the aviation industry, particularly in parts sales and airport operations, was highlighted as a significant asset. The board expressed confidence in his ability to foster positive changes at the airport, noting an increase in fuel sales over the past several weeks as a sign of growing activity and interest in the facility.

During the meeting, questions arose regarding the contractual details of Gino's position. It was clarified that his contract does not include provisions for hiring assistants, a point of contention in Mark Noteboom's previous contract. The board acknowledged a discrepancy related to payments made to an assistant that had not been properly accounted for, with ongoing investigations to resolve the issue.

The airport board's recommendation for Gino's hiring will now be submitted for approval by the city and county, as the contract exceeds the $5,000 threshold requiring joint ratification. The meeting concluded with a commitment to address the financial discrepancies and ensure transparency moving forward.