HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 6044-01-2025A Resolution
NO.6044-01-2025
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANTS AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION THE INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT
AND JOBS ACT OF 2025 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 $ 723,158.00, and the City of Fort
Worth will be responsible for, five percent (5%) local match, in an amount up to
$36,158.00; 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 2025 Grant at City of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport.
Adopted this 141h day of January, 2025.
ATTEST:
By:
Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary
Mayor and Council Communication Map
,5FTW FY25 BIL AIRPORT INFRAST UCTURE
FORT WORTH MEACHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
City of Port Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 01/14M M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 25-0047
LOG NAME, 55FTW FY25 BIL AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
SUBJECT
(CD 2) Authorize Application for and Acceptance of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Fiscal Year 2025 Airport Infrastructure
Grant, if Awarded, from the Federal Aviation Administration Passed through the Texas Department of Transportation in an Amount Up to
$687,000.00 for the Apron Bravo and Taz[way Golf Reconstruction Project at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport, Authorize a Transfer of Up
to $36,158.00 for the City's Match Requirement, for a Total Amount Up to $723,158.00, 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 Bipartisan infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Fiscal Year 2025 Airport Infrastructure
Grant, if awarded, from the Federal Aviation Administration passed through the Texas Department of Transportation in an amount up to
$687,000.00 for the Apron Bravo and Taxiway Golf Reconstruction Project at 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) $687,000.00, subject to the receipt of the grant, and (2) $36,158.00 as a transfer from the Municipal Airport Capital Project
Fund to satisfy the City's match requirement, totaling $723,158.00, for the purpose of funding the Apron Bravo and Taxiway Golf
Reconstruction project at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport;
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; and
4. Amend the Fiscal Years 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program.
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 Program (AIP) Grants 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), Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (Airport) is eligible to
receive up to $687,000.00 under the program for this Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25). 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:' Last year, the Airport was
allocated $851,000.00 in funding, with additional funding expected next year, pending appropriation from Congress. Additionally, these grants will
operate under the same guidelines as the FAA's AIP which requires specific projects to be identified on the sponsor's application.
The federal share for previous IIJA grants was 90 percent, with the local match being 10 percent, however based on a change included in the FAA
reauthorization law, the federal share for FY25 IIJA grants increased from 90 to 95 percent for nonhub and nonprimary airports. Conversely, the
local match decreased from 10 to 5 percent for these airports. This same federal share increase will apply for next year's IIJA grant, if received.
Funding from this FY25 IIJA grant will be used for construction of the Apron Bravo and Taxiway Golf Reconstruction project (Project), which will
consist of reconstructing failed portions of pavement on Apron Bravo and Taxiway Golf (see attached map). Design is currently underway, with
construction expected to begin in 2025.
Funding for the IIJA will be a 95/5 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. Since no City salaries will be charged, indirect cost recovery does not apply.
Upon award, the grant will increase funding to the Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund as shown below:
Fund �Appropriation Amount I Original Budget �I
Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund $687,000 001 $687,000.00]
Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund (City Match) $36,158.00 $36,158.00
Project Total $723,158.00 $723,158.00
Funding is budgeted in the Capital Intrafund Transfer Out account of the Aviation Department's Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund.
The grant application repository number is GRNT-APPL-0000000098.
ADVISORY BOARD APPROVAL - On October 17, 2024, 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 Intemational 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 1 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 capital budget, as appropriated, in the Muni 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 Cily Manager's Office byj Valerie Washington 6199
Originating Business Unit Head: Roger Venables 6334
Additional Information Contact: Sasha Kane 5404