HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5763-06-2023A Resolution
NO.5763-06-2023
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANTS AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION THE INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT
AND JOBS ACT OF 2023 GRANT AT CITY OF FORT WORTH MEACHAM
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
WHEREAS the City of Fort Worth intends to make certain improvements at City
of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport;
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to request financial assistance from
the Texas Department of Transportation for these improvements;
WHEREAS, the total project cost is estimated to be $ 937,777.78, and the City of
Fort Worth will be responsible for ten percent (10%) local match, in an amount up to
$93,777.38; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth names the Texas Department of
Transportation as its agent for the purposes of applying for, receiving and disbursing all
funds for these improvements and for the administration of contracts necessary for the
implementation of these improvements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS, THAT:
The City Manager or his designee is hereby directed and authorized to execute all
contracts and agreements with the State of Texas, represented by the Texas Department of
Transportation, and such other parties as shall be necessary and appropriate for the
execution and implementation of the Grant Agreement for the Infrastructure Investment
and Jobs Act of 2023 Grant at City of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport.
Adopted this 27th day of June 2023.
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 06/27/23 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 23-0554
LOG NAME: 55FTW FY23BILAIRPORTINFRASTRUCTURE
SUBJECT
(CD 2) Authorize Application for and Acceptance of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2023 Grant, if Awarded, from the Federal
Aviation Administration Passed Through the Texas Department of Transportation in an Amount Up to $844,000.00 for an Eligible Project at City of
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport, Authorize a Transfer of Up to $93,777.78 for the City's Match Requirement, for a Total Amount Up to
$937,777.78, Adopt Appropriation Ordinance, and Adopt Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Grant Related Agreements with the
State of Texas, Represented by the Texas Department of Transportation
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the application for and acceptance of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2023 Grant, if awarded, from the Federal
Aviation Administration passed through the Texas Department of Transportation in an amount up to $844,000.00 for an eligible project at
City of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport;
2. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund in an
amount up to (1) $844,000.00, subject to the receipt of the grant, and (2) 93,777.78 as a transfer from the Municipal Airport Capital Proj
Fund to satisfy the City's match requirement, totaling $937,777.78, for the purpose of funding improvements at City of Fort Worth Meacham
International Airport; and
3. Adopt the attached resolution as required by the Texas Department of Transportation, authorizing the City Manager or his designee to
execute all necessary contracts associated with this project with the Texas Department of Transportation.
DISCUSSION:
On November 15, 2021, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA) was signed into law, allocating $1.2 trillion in new spending of
which $550 billion will go towards investment in our nation's core infrastructure priorities including roads and bridges, rail, transit, ports, airports,
the electric grid, water systems and broadband. The infrastructure bill includes $15 billion for airport infrastructure grants over five years with $3
billion to be distributed annually. Of this amount, $12.4 billion would go to commercial service airports and $2.5 billion for nonprimary commercial
service and general aviation airports.
These funds will be available for:
• Airport Improvement Grant program for runways, gates and taxiways that increase safety and expand capacity;
• Airport Terminal Improvement program for terminals, concessions and multimodal connections for increased terminal energy efficiency and
accessibility; and
• Air Traffic Control infrastructure to replace facilities and equipment and improve safety, security and environmental standards.
Based on the classification provided by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), City of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (Airport) is
eligible to receive up to $844,000.00 under the program for fiscal year 2023. Per the FAA, the IIJA will provide "funding to modernize infrastructure,
increase equity in transportation, help fight climate change, strengthen the supply chain and create jobs." The Airport is expected to receive this
amount of funding every year for the next four years, pending appropriation from Congress. Additionally, these grants will operate under the same
guidelines as the FAA's Airport Improvement Program (AIP) which requires specific projects to be identified on the sponsor's application.
Tentative eligible projects for funding by the Airport include safety area and access road improvements, airfield lighting, signage and drainage
improvements, as well as subsidizing funding for the rehabilitation of the Airport's primary Runway 16-34, which will include shoulders, joints and
lighting.
In the event that the City does apply this year for the grant funds under IIJA, the City will determine which specific project will be selected as part of
the City's application and will provide counsel an update at the time of application, indicating the specific project that was selected.
If the City does not apply this year for funding under the IIJA, the grant allocations from 2023 for the Airport will remain available to the City until
September 30, 2025 at which time any allocations that have not been applied for will become "competitive" grants where other airports could have
access to those grant funds.
If Congress continues to appropriate money under the IIJA in the coming years, the City would be able to apply in future years for prior year
allocations in addition to the then current years allocated funds under the IIJA to carry out larger projects.
Funding for the IIJA will be a 90/10 cost -split between the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the City of Fort Worth (City), and will be
administered through TxDOT from the FAA. This grant will incur no reimbursable indirect costs.
Upon award, the grant will increase funding to the Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund as shown below:
Fund
Appropriation Amount
Original Budget
Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund j
$844,000.00,
$844,000.00
Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund (City Match)
$93,777.781
_$937,777.78j
$93,777.78
Project Total
$937,777.78
Funding is budgeted in the Capital Intrafund Transfer Out account of the Aviation Department's Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund.
ADVISORY BOARD APPROVAL - On January 26, 2023, the Aviation Advisory Board voted to recommend that the City Council approve the
application for and acceptance of this grant.
City of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 2.
A Form 1295 is not required because: This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education: Texas
Department of Transportation
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance, funds
will be available in the current operating budget, as appropriated, in the Municiple Airport Grants Federal Fund. The Aviation Department (and
Financial Management Services) will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. Prior to an expenditure being incurred,
the Aviation Department has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds. This is a reimbursement grant.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Dana Burghdoff 8018
Originating_ Business Unit Head: Roger Venables 6334
Additional Information Contact: Sasha Kane 5404
Ricardo Barcelo 5403
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