Notice of Potential Conflict of Interest – MTAA Board Appointment

The real conflict of interest is Molly and the NGO's - Molly runs the board? 

Topeka/Shawnee County - Demand the MTAA be voted in and NOT appointed by the Chamber and the NGO's 

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From: Mike Munson
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To: Mike Munson
Cc: Brenda Younger; City Council; City Council Dist #1; City Council Dist #2; City Council Dist #3; City Council Dist #4; City Council Dist #5; City Council Dist #6; City Council Dist #7; City Council Dist #8; City Council Dist #9; Mayor's Office; Tim Resner; njefferson@topeka.org
Subject: Fw: Notice of Potential Conflict of Interest – MTAA Board Appointment

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Mr. Mayor and Members of the Topeka City Council:

 

I am writing in my capacity as a current member of the Metropolitan Topeka Airport Authority (MTAA) Board regarding the proposed appointment of Tony Emerson, which is scheduled for consideration at this evening’s meeting.

 

I want to respectfully raise a potential conflict-of-interest concern for the Council’s awareness and consideration.

 

As you may know, the MTAA is currently involved in active litigation with a company solely owned by Mr. Bob Zibbell. Based on the attached article, it appears that Mr. Emerson and Mr. Zibbell have had prior business dealings.

 

https://www.steamboatpilot.com/news/long-planned-residential-neighborhood-opens-home-sales-dec-20/

 

From the above article:  Developer Marsh purchased the project from Bob Zibell and Tony Emerson from Topeka, Kansas. Emerson left his mark on the neighborhood with a street called Emerson Trail.

 

I have not had sufficient time to independently verify the nature, scope, or timing of that relationship, nor whether any such relationship is ongoing.

 

However, given the MTAA’s current litigation posture, even the appearance of a potential conflict or lack of independence could raise legitimate governance concerns. Out of an abundance of caution, I would respectfully suggest that the Council consider pausing to further review and vet any past or present business relationships before proceeding with the appointment.

 

My intent in raising this is not to make any allegations or conclusions, but rather to ensure that any appointment to the MTAA Board is free from actual or perceived conflicts, and that public confidence in the MTAA’s governance and decision-making remains strong.

 

Thank you for your time and consideration, particularly given the short notice.

 

Respectfully,  Mike Munson

MTAA Board Member

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