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Guided by the principle that Community Matters, the Authority takes pride in actively communicating and working with our neighbors to achieve a safer and more prosperous community in which to live, work and to do business. In that spirit, the Authority maintains such valuable programs as Adopt-A-School, Presidents' Advisory Meetings and Community Action Partners as well as many others.

The Adopt-A-School program enables the Airport Authority to assist and support the educational curriculum and extra-circular activities at five area schools. Throughout the school year, BAA volunteers assist with various school functions and activities, such as reading to a class or helping with field day. A golf tournament is held each fall to raise money for the purchase of needed educational resources that may not otherwise be funded. Nearly $20,000 has been raised and distributed by the BAA in the past two years.

Through the community Action Partners Program, BAA staff and their families volunteer time and services to assist local Neighborhood Associations. Volunteer assistance often includes landscaping, community clean up, and help in community fund raising activities. Partnering with members of the community affords both Airport employees and community members the sense of cooperation and community spirit and adds to the overall quality of life of area neighborhoods.

As well as partnerships with the local schools and communities, the Birmingham Airport Authority provides a monthly forum for local elected neighborhood presidents and volunteers. Through the President's Advisory Committee, information is exchanged on issues of property, planning, expansion, environmental and noise abatement projects. Such open communication fosters the cooperation necessary for the airport and its neighbors to grow and strengthen together.

In addition to maintaining a low-cost and convenient airport to serve and support the Birmingham Region, the Airport Authority's commitment to be a responsible member of the community and a friend to neighbors remains a top priority. To learn more about the Birmingham Airport Authority Community Matters program, or how to become a volunteer, please visit the BAA website at www.flybirmingham.com or contact the Community Relations Department at (205) 595-0533.