Council Rejects Airport Fee Increase Motion in Oliver

In a decision that could impact future airport maintenance, Council of Oliver rejected a motion to increase user fees for hangar leases at the airport, marking a setback for outgoing Councillor David Mattes' initiative.

Outgoing Councillor David Mattes proposed a motion to increase airport user fees for hangar leases in an attempt to address deficits at the Oliver Airport. However, the Council voted against the proposal, effectively killing the initiative.

The motion aimed to create a dedicated fund through new fee structures similar to those used by golf courses and gyms. Despite users from outside Oliver already paying for overnight tie-downs at the airport, Mattes sought additional revenue streams to cover operating deficits that have been funded with taxpayer dollars.