HomeMy WebLinkAbout6277-03-2026 - City Council - ResolutionA Resolution
NO.6277-03-2026
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF THE INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT AND
JOBS ACT OF 2026 GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION AT CITY OF FORT WORTH SPINKS AIRPORT
WHEREAS the City of Fort Worth intends to make certain improvements at City
of Fort Worth Spinks 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 $750,000.00, and the City of
Fort Worth will be responsible for up to a ten percent (10%) local match, in an amount
up to $75,000.00; 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 2026 Grant at City of Fort Worth Spinks Airport.
Adopted this Loth day of March 2026.
ATTEST:
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By:
Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 03/10/26 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 26-0188
LOG NAME: 55FWS FY26 BIL AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
SUBJECT
(CD 8) Authorize Application for and Acceptance of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Infrastructure
Grant, if Awarded, from the Federal Aviation Administration, Passed through the Texas Department of Transportation, in an Amount Up to
$675,000.00 for Runway Reconstruction and Underdrain Installation, Taxiway Rehabilitation, and Installation of Taxiway Lighting at Fort Worth
Spinks Airport, Authorize a Transfer of Up to $75,000.00 for the City's Match Requirement, for a Total Amount Up to $750,000.00, 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 2026 Airport Infrastructure
Grant, if awarded, from the Federal Aviation Administration, passed through the Texas Department of Transportation, in an amount up to
$675,000.00 for runway reconstruction and underdrain installation, taxiway rehabilitation, and installation of taxiway lighting at Fort Worth
Spinks 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) $675,000.00, subject to the receipt of the grant, and (2) $75,000.00 as a transfer from the Municipal Airport Capital Project
Fund to satisfy the City's match requirement, totaling $750,000.00, for the purpose of funding runway reconstruction and underdrains
installation, taxiway rehabilitation, and installation of taxiway lighting at Fort Worth Spinks 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), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), was
signed into law, allocating $1.2 trillion in new spending of which $550 billion will go toward 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 Spinks Airport (Airport) is eligible to receive up to
$675,000.00 under the program in Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26). 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." 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. FY26 is anticipated to be the final year of IIJA-
supported allocations.
Funding from this FY26 IIJA grant will be used for, but not limited to, the following projects
• Runway 18R-36L Reconstruction and Underdrain Installation
• Taxiways Alpha and Charlie Rehabilitation
• Medium -Intensity Taxiway Edge Lighting (MITL) Installation
Runwav 18R-36L Reconstruction and Taxiways Alpha & Charlie Rehabilitation
In October of 2024, a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) study was conducted on the pavement at the Airport. The results of this study showed the
pavement on Runway 18R-36L (Runway) to have a PCI Rating of 64 out of 100, categorizing the pavement as 'Fair' condition.
This information was shared with the Texas Department of Transportation - Aviation Division (TxDOT) to support long-term planning and
maintenance of the Runway. Following ongoing discussions with TxDOT, the Aviation Department has received confirmation that funding for
improvements to the Runway has been allocated and is advancing.
Along with Runway pavement improvements, this will also consist of installing drainage underneath the Runway, as water pumping has been
observed coming up through cracks. These underdrains will direct water out from underneath the Runway and prevent pumping and accelerated
pavement failure.
Rehabilitation of Taxiway Alpha (Alpha) and Taxiway Charlie (Charlie) west of the Runway is also planned within the scope of this Project. The PCI
study determined Alpha to have a PCI Rating of 59 and Charlie to have a PCI Rating of 64, which are both categorized as `Fair' condition.
Medium-Intensitv Taxiwav Edae Liaht (MITL) Installation
This will consist of installing new Medium -Intensity Taxiway Edge Lights (MITL's) on portions of Taxiways Alpha, Delta and Golf on the west side of
the Airport. The areas included in the project scope do not currently have any taxiway edge lighting, and the installation of these MITL's will provide
safer conditions for airport users in poor visibility and nighttime conditions.
While IIJA funding is anticipated to require a 95/5 cost -share, the FAA retains discretion to award eligible projects under alternate Airport
Improvement Program (AIP) funding categories, which may require a 90/10 cost -share. To ensure timely acceptance of the grant award and avoid
project delays, approval of City participation of up to a 10% local match is requested, should the FAA determine a higher match is required at the
time of award.
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
Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund $675,000.00 $675,000.00
Municipal Airport Capital Proj Fund (City Match -Transfer In) $75,000.00 $75,000.00
11Project Total $750,000.001 $750,000.00
Funding is budgeted in the Capital Intrafund Transfer Out account in the Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund for the Aviation Department.
The grant application repository number is GRNT-APPL-0000000178.
ADVISORY BOARD APPROVAL - On January 29, 2026, the Aviation Advisory Board voted to recommend that the City Council approve the
application for and acceptance of this grant.
Fort Worth Spinks Airport is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 8.
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 capital budget, as appropriated, in the Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment
and Jobs Act Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Infrastructure Grant Project. 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 Citv Manaaer's Office bv: Valerie Washington 6199
Oriainatina Business Unit Head: Roger Venables 5402
Additional Information Contact: Sasha Kane 5404