HomeMy WebLinkAbout26-6338 - City Council - ResolutionA Resolution
NO.26-6338
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2026
CONTRACT TOWER COMPETITIVE 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 ; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to request financial assistance from
the Texas Department of Transportation for these improvements; and
WHEREAS, the total project cost is estimated to be $150,000.00; 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 Fiscal Year 2026 Contract Tower Competitive Grant at City of Fort Worth
Spinks Airport.
Adopted this June 23, 2026.
ATTEST:
By:
Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
7.5.3 55FWS FY26 FCT
DATE: 06/23/26 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 26-0536
DEPARTMENT: AVIATION
SUBJECT
(CD 8) Authorize Application for, and Acceptance of, the Fiscal Year 2026 Contract Tower
Competitive Grant Program Grant, if Awarded, from the Federal Aviation Administration in an
Amount Up to $150,000.00, Passed through the Texas Department of Transportation, for
Replacement of the Standby/Emergency Generator Serving the Airport Traffic Control Tower
at Fort Worth Spinks Airport, 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 application for, and acceptance of, the Fiscal Year 2026 Contract Tower
Competitive Grant Program Grant, if awarded, from the Federal Aviation Administration,
passed through the Texas Department of Transportation, in an amount up to
$150,000.00 for replacement of the standby/emergency generator serving the Airport
Traffic Control Tower 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 $150,000.00,
subject to receipt of the grant, for the purpose of funding replacement of the
standby/emergency generator serving the Airport Traffic Control Tower 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
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure
Law (BIL), established the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Contract Tower (FCT)
Competitive Grant Program to provide funding for airport -owned airport traffic control tower
projects that address aging infrastructure and improve operational safety and efficiency.
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The FAA has recommended Fort Worth Spinks Airport (FWS) for award of up to $150,000.00
under the Fiscal Year 2026 FAA Contract Tower Competitive Grant Program for replacement
of the standby/emergency generator serving the Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT).
Fort Worth Spinks Airport is a general aviation reliever airport supporting the Dallas -Fort
Worth region. The existing ATCT standby generator has exceeded its useful life and no longer
provides reliable backup power for critical air traffic control and communications systems.
Replacement of this equipment will ensure continuous tower operations during utility
outages, improve operational safety and reliability, and support efficient management of
congested Dallas -Fort Worth (DFW) airspace.
The FAA Contract Tower Competitive Grant Program provides a 100 percent federal share with
no local match requirement.
The project is anticipated to be completed by September 2027.
Since no City salaries will be charged, indirect cost recovery does not apply.
The grant application repository number is GRNT-APPL-0000000202.
Fort Worth Spinks Airport is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 8.
This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher
education.
FISCAL IN FOR MATION/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 CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE BY:
ORIGINATING BUSINESS UNIT HEAD:
Valerie R. Washington, # 6192
Roger Venables, # 5402
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: Sasha Kane, #5404
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ATTACHMENTS
1. TXDOT RESOLUTION FY26 FCT FWS [7.5.3.1 -1 page]
2. ORD APP 55 55FWS FY26 FCT A026 r2 (1) [7.5.3.3 - 2 pages]
3. CONFIDENTIAL REDACTED - FID TABLE (1) [7.5.3.4 -1 page]
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