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Clinton County Legislature approves Tailwind lease at Plattsburgh International Airport after debate over utilities

Clinton County Legislature · March 1, 2026
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Summary

Lawmakers approved a lease with Tailwind MC, LLC for a restaurant at Plattsburgh International Airport amid concerns over a flat utility fee and rent protections tied to enplanement thresholds; the measure passed 8-0-2. The Legislature later extended an FBO contract by one year in a separate, split vote.

Clinton County legislators voted May 23 to authorize a lease with Tailwind MC, LLC to operate a restaurant at Plattsburgh International Airport after a brief, at-times contested discussion about utility costs and rent protections.

The lease (Resolution #396) was moved by Legislator Robert Hall and seconded by Legislator Pete Keenan. Legislator Christopher Rosenquest said he was concerned about the proposed flat utility rate for the county-owned building and recorded a no vote; Legislator Robert Hall also voted no, citing objection to rent…

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