On Tuesday, March 3, the Fallon City Council unanimously approved a 10-year contract with Flyin’ Tiz Aviation LLC to become the fixed base operator (FBO) at Fallon Municipal Airport, ushering in a new era for the city’s aviation operations.
The contract, approved with a 3-0 vote, authorizes the Nevada-based company to provide FBO services similar to those previously offered by Fallon Airmotive LLC. Services include providing aviation fuel, maintaining staffed office space at the airport, collecting tie-down fees, and overseeing certain commercial aviation activities.
Under the agreement, Flyin’ Tiz Aviation will lease and operate out of the city-owned transient aircraft hangar known as Hangar A2, or the “drum hangar.” The initial term is 10 years, with the option to renew for two additional five-year terms if contractual obligations are met.
City Attorney Trent DeBraga explained that the agreement was updated from a prior FBO contract, streamlined from roughly 30 pages to 16 to reflect current standards while maintaining a similar structure and terms.
Revenue generated at the airport — including fuel-related income — will remain in the airport fund in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration requirements and longstanding city practice.
Following the vote, Flyin’ Tiz Aviation owner Anthony Tisdale addressed the council to thank city officials and introduce members of his team. Tisdale said the transition has been “a heavy lift” in recent months but expressed enthusiasm for the partnership.
“We intend to do everything we can to represent the airport well moving forward,” Tisdale said, adding that the company looks forward to building on the airport’s existing legacy. Photo: Anthony Tisdale of Flyin’ Tiz Aviation. Photo courtesy of Rochelle Tisdale.
The council also approved the election of officers for the Fallon Churchill Volunteer Fire Department. Jared Dooley was confirmed as Fire Chief, with Randy Sharp as First Assistant Fire Chief, Kenneth “Russ” Jonte as Second Assistant Fire Chief, and Alex Haffner as Third Assistant Fire Chief.
Sharp and Haffner were present and sworn in during the meeting. Council members described the appointments as a privilege to approve, recognizing the leadership and service of the department’s officers. Following the oath of office, the newly sworn-in chiefs posed for photographs with members of the City Council, and family members were invited to join them at the front of the chambers to commemorate the occasion.
In other business, the council approved a mobile food vendor license for Brisa Somal — owner of local bar and grill The Boozy Lion — operating under Nevada West Group LLC, doing business as Tacos and Burgers Company.
The Fallon Police Department presented its January report, noting 663 calls for service, 41 arrests, and continued community engagement efforts, including volunteer hours and public outreach events.
During public comment, Emma White, Youth Suicide Prevention Coordinator with the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health, provided an update on ongoing behavioral health and suicide prevention efforts in Churchill County.
White highlighted progress made since the completion of a local behavioral health and suicide prevention plan in late 2024, including the launch of the “Unite Us” referral platform, which connects residents to vetted local services such as mental health support, food assistance, and housing resources.
White also reported that approximately 400 school staff members completed SafeTalk suicide prevention training, and that additional crisis response planning and intervention training have been conducted in partnership with the Churchill County School District and community organizations.
White noted that Churchill County has been at the forefront of several youth-focused prevention initiatives statewide, with continued training and community engagement efforts planned for 2026.
The meeting concluded following public comment and routine agenda items.
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