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Background:
MnDOT Aeronautics Planning has the responsibility to:
- conduct and coordinate statewide and regional strategic, system, and master planning for aviation;
- provide aviation involvement in intermodal planning activities;
- maintain an aviation data base, and distribute information to internal and external audiences;
- assist the owners of publicly-owned airports in developing appropriate airport improvements;
- ensure Minnesota airport zoning ordinances meet minimum safety standards;
- develop forecasts of aviation activity and revenue needs;
- assist and support Minnesota communities with scheduled air service matters;
- assist airport owners in meeting federal and state environmental requirements;
- monitor aviation issues and legislation; and coordinate special programs and policy initiatives.
Aviation Planning & Zoning Contacts:
Aviation Planning Director
Kathy Vesely
Phone: 651-234-7193
E-mail: kathy.vesely@state.mn.us
Planning and Research Program Coordinator
Richard Theisen
Phone: 651-234-7192
E-mail: dick.theisen@state.mn.us
Planning and Zoning Coordinator,
Air Service Marketing Grant Manager, Intermodal Coordination
Debra Sorenson
Phone: 651-234-7191
E-mail: deb.sorenson@state.mn.us
Principal Planner and Zoning Coordinator
Ryan Gaug
Phone: 651-234-7190
E-mail: ryan.gaug@state.mn.us