Amendment to the Airport Master Plan.

This memorandum discusses an amendment to the San José Mineta International Airport Master Plan, recommending the adoption of a resolution to approve an addendum to the environmental impact report and a major amendment to update aviation demand forecasts and facility requirements. The amendment aims to accommodate projected aviation demand and allows for the design and potential construction of capital improvement projects. The current Master Plan, originally adopted in 1997, has been amended multiple times to reflect operational needs and financial capacity. The proposed amendment includes new aviation demand forecasts, which project a decrease in annual passenger demand and aircraft operations by 2037 compared to previous forecasts. It also introduces modifications to airfield improvement projects and identifies areas for future development related to Advanced Air Mobility. The memorandum outlines the coordination with various city departments and public outreach efforts, including recommendations from the Airport and Planning Commissions.

Key points

• The amendment aims to update the Airport Master Plan to accommodate projected aviation demand.
• The current Master Plan was originally adopted in 1997 and has undergone 17 amendments.
• New forecasts indicate a decrease in annual passenger demand from 22.5 million to 16.75 million by 2037.
• The total number of aircraft operations is projected to decrease from 237,710 to 222,150 by 2037.
• The amendment includes modifications to airfield improvement projects and identifies potential areas for Advanced Air Mobility development.
• The memorandum was coordinated with the City Attorney’s Office and the City Manager’s Budget Office.

Limitations

• The text does not specify the exact nature of the capital improvement projects.
• Figures and attachments referenced in the text are not included in the summary.

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This supplemental memorandum discusses the amendment to the Airport Master Plan, following a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on April 22, 2026. The Commission recommended that the City Council adopt the Addendum to the Airport Master Plan Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and approve the Major Amendment to the Airport Master Plan. The City Council will evaluate the Major Amendment and the Addendum during their meeting on May 12, 2026. If approved, the Airport Department will update aviation demand forecasts and facility requirements. The memorandum includes details about public outreach, the Planning Commission's discussions, and the environmental review process under CEQA.

Key points

• The Planning Commission held a public hearing on April 22, 2026, regarding the Airport Master Plan.
• The Commission voted 9-0-2 to recommend the City Council adopt the Addendum to the Airport Master Plan Final EIR and approve the Major Amendment.
• The City Council meeting to evaluate these recommendations is scheduled for May 12, 2026.
• If approved, the Airport Department will update aviation demand forecasts and facility requirements.
• Public outreach included a legal notice published on March 31, 2026, and the memorandum will be posted on the City’s Council Agenda website.

Limitations

• The document includes placeholders and unfilled fields that affect the completeness of the summary.
• Specific details regarding public comments and responses are mentioned but not fully detailed.
• The summary does not include specific dollar amounts, votes, or outcomes beyond what is stated.

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This document is a resolution from the City Council of San Jose adopting an addendum to the San Jose Mineta International Airport Master Plan Integrated Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The resolution outlines the modifications to the airport's airfield components, updates to aviation demand forecasts, and the construction of a new air traffic control tower. It states that the environmental impacts of the modifications were analyzed and determined not to result in new significant effects beyond those already identified in the previously approved Final EIR. The resolution includes findings that the addendum complies with CEQA and designates the Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement as the custodian of documents related to the decision.

Key points

• The resolution adopts an addendum to the San Jose Mineta International Airport Master Plan Integrated EIR.
• Modifications include reducing runway incursion potential, updating aviation demand forecasts, and constructing a new air traffic control tower.
• The environmental impacts of the modifications were analyzed and found not to result in new significant effects.
• The City Council has reviewed the addendum and intends to take action in compliance with CEQA.
• The documents related to the resolution are available for public inspection.

Limitations

• The document appears to be a draft as indicated by the repeated mention of 'DRAFT' and placeholders for adoption dates and votes.
• There are unresolved placeholders for the adoption date and voting results.

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This document is a draft resolution from the City Council of San José, proposing a major amendment to the Airport Master Plan for the San José Mineta International Airport. The amendment aims to update aviation demand forecasts, facility requirements, and incorporate technical and policy updates. It includes a summary of existing and forecasted activity levels at the airport, as well as a list of proposed projects related to airfield improvements, terminal projects, air cargo projects, and general aviation projects.

Key points

• The resolution is titled 'A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JOSE APPROVING A MAJOR AMENDMENT TO THE AIRPORT MASTER PLAN'.
• The amendment updates aviation demand forecasts and facility requirements.
• The City of San José owns and operates the San José Mineta International Airport.
• The document references previous resolutions related to the Airport Master Plan.
• The California Public Utilities Commission mandates referral to the Santa Clara County Airport Land Use Commission.
• The document includes a summary of existing and forecasted activity levels at the airport.
• A list of proposed projects is included, detailing the status of various airfield and terminal improvements.

Limitations

• The document is a draft and may not contain final information.
• Some sections of the text are truncated, leading to incomplete information on general aviation projects.
• Specific details such as dates, votes, and dollar amounts are not provided.

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The document presents a proposed amendment to the Airport Master Plan, detailing its purpose, need, forecasts, and an environmental review. It includes a staff recommendation for the City Council to adopt resolutions approving the amendment and the associated environmental impact report addendum.

Key points

• The amendment aims to re-evaluate the Airport Master Plan in light of post-pandemic aviation activity levels.
• It addresses future economic development opportunities and incorporates developments in the electric vertical takeoff and landing industry.
• An environmental review was conducted, confirming no new significant impacts beyond those previously identified.
• Staff recommends the City Council adopt resolutions for the amendment and the environmental report addendum.

Limitations

• The document appears to be a draft as it includes placeholders and lacks finalized details.
• Specific dates, votes, dollar amounts, and outcomes are not provided.

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