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Utah State University proposes roughly $275,000 in support; board considers adding seat(s)
Summary
Cache County Airport Authority reported that Utah State University offered to reimburse past costs (~$116,000) and fund recurring items (about $130,000), totaling roughly $275,000; the board discussed whether to invite USU to hold one or two seats on the authority, which would require modifying the interlocal agreement and legal review.
Board member Brett reported that Utah State University has signaled executive‑level support to reimburse certain 2024 one‑time airport expenses (about $116,000) and to contribute toward recurring '139' costs and ARFF certification, for a near‑term total in the neighborhood of $275,000.
Brett said USU contact David Kelly has indicated the university will reimburse specified past costs and fund ongoing items; Brett and airport staff have worked through the expense detail so the airport can invoice and receive the funds. Board members asked procedural questions about how to record the revenue (cash vs. accrual), whether a budget amendment would be needed and whether an agreement or memorandum should be drafted to set expectations for future participation.
Several board members said the university’s funding could be material to airport operations and capital planning; USU representatives also expressed interest in having one or two board seats. Board members noted adding a non‑government seat would require changes to the interlocal agreement among Cache County and Logan City and likely a vote by each governing council; legal counsel was identified as a required next step to clarify whether a university may become a formal party under the Interlocal Cooperation Act.
Next steps: staff will prepare invoice and budget adjustments as needed, and the board will discuss a governance change (adding a seat) at a future meeting after legal review and council coordination.
