REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: HENRY THOMPSON, Director of Aviation
Airports Department
BY: MELISSA GARZA-PERRY, Airports Properties Manager
Airports Department
SUBJECT
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Actions related to the Lease Agreement Amendment No. 3 with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for Terminal Space at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). (Council District 4)
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines
2. Approve the Lease Agreement Amendment No. 3 (Amendment) with Transportation Security Administration (TSA), for Terminal Space at Fresno Yosemite International Airport for a term of three (3) additional years. The amount of potential revenue generated by this Lease is $604,208.15 over the additional term. (Council District 4)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that City Council adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption, pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, and authorize the Director of Aviation, or designee, to execute the Amendment with TSA, for Terminal Space at FAT for an additional term of three (3) years. The amount of potential revenue generated by this Amendment is $604,208.15.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Pursuant to federal law, TSA provides the security screening of airline passengers and baggage at those US airports with scheduled passenger airline services, such as FAT. TSA pays rent on occupied exclusive use space (locker rooms, break rooms, training rooms, and administrative offices). Under this Amendment, TSA will continue to lease a total of 2,593 square feet of such space at FAT's passenger terminal through January 31, 2026.
BACKGROUND
TSA's core function is to protect the nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce. Their presence at FAT generates approximately 100 jobs. TSA's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ...
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