HomeMy WebLinkAbout6278-03-2026 - City Council - ResolutionA Resolution
NO. 6278-03-2026
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF THE INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT AND
JOBS ACT OF 2026 GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION AT CITY OF FORT WORTH 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 $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 Meacham International Airport.
Adopted this loth day ofMarch 2026.
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 03/10/26 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 26-0191
LOG NAME: 55FTW FY26 BIL AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
SUBJECT
(CD 2) 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 Construction of the Runway 16-34 Rehabilitation, Taxiway Tango Construction, and the Instrument Landing System Improvements
Project at Fort Worth Meacham International 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 construction of the Runway 16-34 Rehabilitation, Taxiway Tango Construction, and the Instrument Landing System
Improvements 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) $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 the construction of the Runway 16-34
Rehabilitation, Taxiway Tango Construction, and the Instrument Landing System Improvements project at 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), 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 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 $675,000.00 under the program for this 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." 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. FY26 is
anticipated to be the final year of IIJA-supported allocations.
Funding from the FY26 IIJA grant will be used for construction of the Runway 16-34 Rehabilitation, Taxiway Tango Construction, and Instrument
Landing System (ILS) Improvements project (Project) at the Airport.
In January of 2024, a nondestructive pavement assessment was conducted on Runway 16-34 (Runway), which provided a detailed engineering
evaluation of current conditions. While much of the Runway remains in good shape, the evaluation revealed some linear cracking, shattered
concrete slabs, failed asphalt shoulders and a Runway Safety Area (RSA) that does not meet FAA design standards.
This information was shared with the Texas Department of Transportation - Aviation Division (TxDOT) in Spring of 2024 to support long-term
planning and maintenance of the Runway. Following ongoing discussions with TxDOT and the FAA, the Aviation Department has received
confirmation that funding for significant improvements to the Runway is advancing.
Along with improvements to the Runway and the RSA, this Project will also consist of constructing a new parallel Taxiway Tango (Taxiway) on the
southwest side of the Airport, replacing Taxiway Sierra (Sierra) and Taxiway Whiskey (Whiskey). Not only has the pavement on Sierra and Whiskey
reached the end of its useful life, but these taxiways provide direct access to the Runway, which is considered a non-standard safety issue with the
FAA.
The Aviation Department is also working with the FAA to upgrade the FAA -owned Instrument Landing System (ILS) equipment while the Runway is
rehabilitated.
While IIJA funding is anticipated to require a 95/5 cost -share, the FAA retains discretion to award eligible projects under alternate 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
Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund
Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund (City Match)
Project Total
Appropriation Amount
Original Budget
$675,000.00
$675,000.00
$75,000.00
$75,000.00
$750,000.00
$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-0000000179.
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.
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 capital budget, as appropriated, in the Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund for the Construction of the Runway 16-34
Rehabilitation, Taxiway Tango Construction, and the Instrument Landing System Improvements 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 by
Oriainatina Business Unit Head:
Valerie Washington 6199
Roger Venables 5402
Additional Information Contact: Sasha Kane 5404