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5. Discussion regarding possible federal funding for airport improvements and enhancements. Lance Nicholson states that the airport had previously been denied because Paris is considered a "micropolitan" area, but he has been in contact with Gary Vandeaver and Congressman John Ratliff who did further research regarding this matter. Mr. Nicholson was informed that there was no plan submitted to the FAA to be on the federal funding list, and the main contact is Tom Chandler. Mr. Nicholson said that he has tried to contact Mr. Chandler with no success and requested that someone else try to get in contact with him. Nathan Bell stated that he would try to reach Mr. Chandler, as the deadline to apply for federal funding is October 31, 2018. 6. Discussion regarding McKinney ISD flight simulator and possible relevance/applicability for Cox Field. Lance Nicholson states that he saw an article where the FAA helped McKinney ISD get a flight simulator program. Due to the current shortage of pilots, Mr. Nicholson saw a potential opportunity for future flight education in the Paris area. Nathan Bell states that he spoke with Mrs. Anglin at Paris Junior College regarding this matter. Mrs. Anglin said that in order to have the flight school here, the airport would be required to have qualified instructors, which they have; also, Paris Junior College would have to request a $1,500,000.00 budget to purchase the three planes ($500,000.00 each plane). Lance Nicholson stated he thought it was an interesting article and that was the reason he forwarded the information to the board for them to research it. Nathan Bell stated that Tom Chandler would also be the contact person regarding this matter but the airport support network can only tell you about what is available and they do not approve plans etc. they are submitted through the normal channels. Ray Ball said that he and Jimmy Noble will research and come up with a presentation on it. Jerry Richey stated that there is an existing flight training program at the airport now called FAA part 91 that teaches general operating rules and such. There is a different program associated with colleges. Anna Spencer excused herself from the meeting at 6:40p.m. 7. Review and discuss the Airport Master Plan, including possible amendments and future capital projects. Ray Ball stated that this item has been covered throughout the meeting so we will move on to future agenda items. 8. Request items for future agendas. Make a recommendation for Colin Marino's private hangar development.