LAWA to study more freedom for Van Nuys Airport

With San Fernando Valley activists feeling the city ignores or misunderstands their concerns about Van Nuys Airport, the City Council on Wednesday approved a study looking at creating a separate commission to oversee the facility. Daily News.

Currently, Los Angeles World Airports and the Board of Airport Commissioners oversee Van Nuys, along with Los Angeles International and Ontario International airports.

"Los Angeles World Airports staff has focused on LAX with Van Nuys Airport receiving little if any attention over the years," said Don Schultz, a longtime community activist. "Look at the years it has taken to finalize a simple project such as the Propeller Park.