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Washington council approves airport contracts, leases, museum ordinance and property purchase
Summary
The City Council approved multiple airport projects funded by TRDF grants, awarded a $4.52 million construction contract, authorized a $431,506 work authorization, approved hangar and club lease agreements, adopted a General Fund capital project ordinance for a museum project, and authorized purchase of 224 E. 7th Street for $25,000 following a closed session.
At its April 14 meeting, the Washington City Council took several formal actions on airport projects, facility leases and city finances and authorized a property purchase after a closed session.
Council voted to award the North General Aviation Taxilanes, Hangars and Drone Pad construction contract to A.R. Chesson Construction Company, Inc. for the lowest responsible bid of $4,515,779.35; the project is one of multiple Washington Warren Airport projects funded with $13.5 million in TRDF grants, and no local match is required. The motion to award the contract passed with Mayor Pro tem Anthony Tyre, Councilmembers Brooks, Horton and Pitt voting yes; Councilmember Lou Hodges was absent.
Council also authorized the City Manager to execute Work Authorization No. 25‑01 for construction administration of the North GA project with Talbert and Bright (Project No. 4207‑2501) in the amount of $431,506 and approved a corresponding purchase order.
On airport operations, Council approved a Letter of Agreement and adopted the Resolution of the Sponsor required by the NCDOT Division of Aviation so the Division may provide and oversee maintenance and safety improvements on the operational surfaces of Washington Warren Airport. Council approved a ground site lease with Mr. Jeffrey Tripp requiring construction of three new hangars (J, K and I) under a 25‑year lease with two five‑year renewal options; buildings will transfer to the City/Airport at lease end.
Council adopted a General Fund Capital Project Budget Ordinance to support a museum project funded by donations and approved a lease proposal allowing the Pamlico Rowing Club to install steps to create a secondary ingress/egress so the second floor can be used for events.
Following a closed session under NCGS 143‑318.11(a)(5) for acquisition of property, Council authorized staff to move forward with purchasing the property at 224 E. 7th Street owned by Artis Moore for $25,000. The meeting was adjourned and the next regular meeting was set for May 12, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
