most anti-aviation city in the nation

Gentlemen,
Just got off the phone.

First call received was from Councilman Ray's executive assistant.
We had a nice conversation. As suspected, the ordinance is the result
of a protracted problem with a single individual, a Mr. Kraut of
Mayapple Rd in Jacksonville. I did not debate the wisdom of a sweeping
ordinance to address a single idiot. My goal was to gather information
and get a handle on the feelings behind the actions. My impression is
that Mr. Kraut has handed aircraft builders an uphill battle.

Second call was mine, to Randy Hansen at EAA HQ. I've passed along
all I know about the problem. Randy was already aware of the issue. A
member of EAA's Legal Advisory Council has volunteered to take up the
matter with the City Attorney, and will report, in person, at Oshkosh
next week. Any action taken will be after the Convention.

I strongly suggest that everyone be on their best behavior. Do
nothing to aggravate anyone at the City of Jacksonville, or you may
make the problem worse.

Dan Horton