PILLAR: Fiscally Sound
AGENDA DATE: October 8, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: Budget and Management Services
PRIORITY: N/A
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SUBJECT
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Authorize payment of annual membership fees and continuation of arrangements for the North American Region of the Airports Council International in an amount not to exceed $110,000.00, American Association of Airport Executives in an amount not to exceed $60,000.00, Oncor Cities Steering Committee in an amount not to exceed $149,000.00, Texas Coalition of Cities For Utility Issues in an amount not to exceed $49,500.00, North Central Texas Council of Governments in an amount not to exceed $141,000.00, Forrester Research, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $651,701.95, Atmos Cities Steering Committee in an amount not to exceed $67,252.35 - Total not to exceed $1,228,454.30 - Financing: General Fund ($406,752.35), Aviation Fund ($170,000.00), and Data Services Fund ($651,701.95)
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BACKGROUND
The North American Region of the Airports Council International (ACI-NA) annual membership fee is $110,000.00. ACI-NA represents local, regional and state governing bodies that own and operate commercial airports in the United States and Canada & advocate policies and provide services that strengthen the ability of commercial airports to serve their passengers, customers and communities. The Department utilizes the membership to train employees and to provide networking opportunities.
The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) annual membership fee is $60,000.00. AAAE is a professional organization for airport executives, representing thousands of airport management personnel at public-use commercial and general aviation airports. AAAE provides aviation industry professional development programs; networking and training opportunities; legislative representation in Washington as well as breaking news and industry updates. During the annual conferen...
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