Jackson Jambalaya

Wonder what qualifications James Stanley has to be on the Airport Commission?

If Rankin County were in charge, all of these weaknesses and threats would go away.

(eyeroll)

What's the bio of Mr Stanley?

Pretty solid SWOT analysis. Who could argue with most of that.

Bulls eye on the concessions past the security check point. They could sell a lot of food to all the people that get to the gate an hour before boarding. And they would have happier travelers. But that isn't something that went wrong when the blacks took over, it was messed up many years ago.

Hotel isn't needed at the airport.

KF who is Stanley supposed to be replacing? its a 5 member board right?...

I agree with 1:56, I don't see the need for a hotel at the airport. The vending options could definitely use an upgrade.

They got the right CEO thats for sure. Now change the board so that Jackson vendors don't get all the work.

Can this man Stanley read? If so, he probably will not be confirmed.

A hotel at the airport is absolutely needed. The closest real option now requires a cab ride to Dogwood. A cab ride to anywhere in the Jackson metro is automatically a weakness. Perhaps Uber cures this, but it's currently aptly cited as a weakness of the airport.

is stanley white?

Who did the "Plan" and what did it cost? What I see is worth about $5000 max. Not bad but very simple and basic.

The entire terminal needs to be redesigned with traveler efficiency, comfort and convenience in mind.

There should be one security checkpoint (four lanes and REAL PreCheck) allowing access to both concourses, then you could have your choice of concessions, or you could just chug your Starbucks. This also allows TSA to make the best use of their staff and surge assets during busy times.

Rental car operations should be moved to their existing lot locations away from the terminal and be accessed by shuttle. Most of the parking spaces for rental cars sit empty which costs the airport valuable revenue.

There need to be more outlets to charge devices, and the "business center" is a joke. Steel stools and a power strip do not a business center make.

Does the airport need to operate two concourses? If I'm not mistaken there are nine gates - when was the last time you saw nine airplanes at the airport at any one time?

Restrooms need a serious upgrade; they are dark and filthy.

Parking needs to be rethought, either add another deck or extend the existing decks for more covered parking. Nobody wants to come back to a 200 degree car or one destroyed by hail.

And finally, either renew/reissue passes for the East lot, or do something else with it as it sits largely empty. I know that this has probably become a friends and family lot for board members, but for those on Gov travel with a valid need, this represents a big savings for those agencies with staff who travel frequently.

JMAA - Quit bitching about being "attacked" and either step up, or step off and let some real pros run the airport.

3:27 - correct, I bet the flight crews, GA pilots would love to have something on site, and the hookers would have a new captive audience...

Sheesh. Start a hotel shuttle bus route. Would be way more cost effective than wasting money on a airport hotel especially since so many other capital investments are needed for the airport itself. People are not choosing to avoid the use of JAN because it doesn't have an airport hotel. Give us a break. The idea that a cab ride to hotels at basically the north end of the field is some sort of impediment is nothing but a weak ass red herring.

4:03 - sheesh is right, but shouldn't the bold new city with soul have an airport hotel with a cheesy lounge? 99% of hipsters would agree.

I'm sure a hotel chain like a Hilton brand would jump at the chance to build at the airport.

You don't need a cab ride to Dogwood. There are several motels due south of the airport not two miles away. And a Waffle House.

Who in the name of Cooter's Blind Goat would think we need a motel at this airport? I guess Mr. Patel will have to get somebody named Donte or Latwon to claim part ownership in order to satisfy the minority management/ownership requirement.

Strategic? It is very concerning when the SWOT analysis involves economic development aimed at monopoly and a lack of experience of economic development on the board.

This is unfortunate and, quite frankly, embarrassing. No wonder I want out. Don't care if it is Madison (I'm not retired), Rankin (Room for Growth), or Jackson (HELL NO); Mississippi has solidified my belief no one wants this Great State to succeed - even those that live here.

Basic. Sad. Ripe for failure.

Rant over.

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Newman's comments about parking told entrepreneurs that JMAA has low hanging fruit to be picked. Big mistake.

Here's what is needed. With all this talk about space travel, Jackson needs to get to the forefront and build a spaceport. Then all those rich, white people would come here and spend money at our local establishment (like Black Diamonds) while waiting to go into outer space. Then we could build a four star minority owned hotel at the new spaceport, with a monorail between it and the convention center. That would really boost downtown when those seventeen blues clubs open on Farish Street.

Just throw money at it, build it, and people will magically come!

Can't find a thing about Stanley's appointment on Google. The airport website says the board consists of seven but there are apparently only five seated, maybe six now, all black.

Meanwhile, this, from the website:

JMAA’s Vision

The Vision of JMAA and its employees is to provide exemplary transportation services and facilities at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport and Hawkins Field, and thereby be a catalyst for community and economic development

JMAA’s Mission

The Mission of the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority is to operate Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport and Hawkins Field, and thereby connect its patrons to the worldwide intermodal transportation network.

JMAA’s Core Values

Accountability
Continuous Learning & Improvement
Teamwork
Integrity
Openness & Trust
Non-Stop Customer Service

Here's a James Stanley, meteorologist in Jackson from his Twitter account. Says he loves Jesus, drumming, dancing and weather. No mention of airplanes or weather he lives in a downtown loft.

https://twitter.com/jamesthemanstan

People don't want to come to Jackson because: It's in Mississippi....and those that aren't blinded because they live there knows what it means.

Stanley is a Rotarian, Episcopalian, Vietnam Vet jet fighter pilot...stand up guy...

So somehow you think we'll be impressed that he's an Episcopalian?

I keep hearing the blacks call for diversity.
Somehow a black only group is alright.

Diversity means I want what is your.

A stand-up Rotarian. Shit-Amighty!