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... 74 Broad governance, regulations, and financial considerations at all levels of federal, state, and local government, in combination with the specific function and economic impact of an airport, create a complex environment for land use compatibility planning. There are numerous statutory requirements to promote airport safety and efficiency.
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... Role of Government 75 Accordingly, FAA Airports ensures compliance with federal regulations and AIP grant assurances1 and works closely with airport sponsors -- local public or private jurisdictions that own and operate airports. State and Local Government Under the Tenth Amendment to the U.S.
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... Figure 16. Examples of local government organizational structures – general.
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... Role of Government 77 Typically, a board of officials governs special purpose districts, but their governance structures vary. While some boards may be elected by the public, the majority are appointed by the states, counties, municipalities, or townships that have joined to form the special district.
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... Figure 17. Examples of local government organizational structures – planning.
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... Role of Government 79 Airports serve as a primary foundational element for a community's transportation and economic infrastructure. Airports tie communities into travel and tourism; depending upon their size, airports are typically the largest economic generator in a local economy.
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... Figure 18. Examples of local government organizational structures – aviation.
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... Figure 19. Examples of state government organizational structures – DOT; aviation.
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... 82 Using GIS for Collaborative Land Use Compatibility Planning Near Airports Figure 20. Organizational structure – typical large hub airport (DFW)
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... Figure 21. Organizational structures – smaller airports.

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