DEPARTMENT: Aviation
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Frank Miller
COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: Citywide
SUBJECT:
Acceptance of TXDOT Grant for Stinson Municipal Airport
SUMMARY:
This Ordinance authorizes the reimbursement of up to $50,000.00 for a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) as part of the Routine Airport Maintenance Program for roof repairs to the Texas Air Museum at Stinson Municipal Airport (Stinson).
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Aviation Department and TXDOT have been working on a Routine Airport Maintenance Program (RAMP) grant for Stinson. For the program, the Aviation Department oversees the work and seeks reimbursement from TXDOT for up to $50,000.00. This year's project will address roof repairs to the City-owned hangar that serves as the Texas Air Museum.
ISSUE:
This action is consistent with City Council's policy of improving facilities at Stinson Municipal Airport and utilizing federal or state funding when available.
ALTERNATIVES:
City Council could elect not to approve the acceptance of the grant funds and the authorization of these expenditures. However, rejection of the grant may negatively impact the City's ability to receive future grant funding for future development and expansion of the airports' facilities.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This Ordinance authorizes $100,000.00 from the Stinson Revolving Fund for Stinson Building Modifications project. TXDOT will reimburse the City up to $50,000.00 for this project.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the acceptance of RAMP grant for repairs to the Texas Air Museum hangar at Stinson.