HomeMy WebLinkAbout26-6349 - City Council - ResolutionRESOLUTION 26-6349
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF GRANT RELATED
AGREEMENTS WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE FEDERAL AVIATION
ADMINISTRATION AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
VEHICLE MOVEMENT AREA TRANSMITTER PROJECT AT
FORT WORTH MEACHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to make certain improvements at
City of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to request financial assistance from
the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP),
administered through the Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division for
these improvements; and
WHEREAS, the total project cost is estimated to be $22.800.00, and the City of
Fort Worth will be responsible for up to a five percent (5%) local match, in an amount
up to $1,140.00 ; 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:
1. 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 Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program Vehicle
Movement Area Transmitter Grant at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport.;
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This resolution shall be effective from and after its passage by the City
Adopted this August 11, 2026.
ATTEST:
By:
Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
7.5.14 VEHICLE MOVEMENT AREA TRANSMITTERS AT FORT WORTH MEACHAM
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
DATE: 08/11/26 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 26-0644
DEPARTMENT: AVIATION
SUBJECT
(CD 2) Ratify the Application for and Authorize Acceptance of Federal Aviation Administration
Airport Improvement Program Grant Funding, if Awarded, from the Federal Aviation
Administration, Passed Through the Texas Department of Transportation, in an Amount Up to
$21,660.00 for Vehicle Movement Area Transmitters at Fort Worth Meacham International
Airport, Authorize Use of Future Grant Match Capital Funding in the Amount Up to $1,140.00 for
the City's 5 Percent Grant Match Requirement, for a Total Amount Up to $22,800.00, 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. Ratify the application to the Federal Aviation Administration, through the Texas
Department of Transportation, for Airport Improvement Program grant funding in an
amount up to $21,660.00 for the acquisition and installation of six Vehicle Movement
Area Transmitters at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport;
2. Authorize acceptance of the Airport Improvement Program grant, if awarded, from the
Federal Aviation Administration, passed through the Texas Department of
Transportation, in an amount up to $21,660.00;
3. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and
appropriations in the Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund in the amount up to (1)
$21,660.00, subject to the receipt of the grant, and (2) $1,140.00 as a transfer from the
Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund to satisfy the City's match requirement, for a
total amount up to $22,800.00, for the purpose of acquiring and installing Vehicle
Movement Area Transmitters at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport; and
4. Adopt the attached resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute
grant -related agreements with the State of Texas, represented by the Texas
Department of Transportation, for the purpose of accepting and administering the
grant.
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DISCUSSION
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication (M&C) is to authorize the City of Fort
Worth (City) to apply for and accept Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement
Program grant funding, passed through the Texas Department of Transportation, for Vehicle
Movement Area Transmitters at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport.
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (Airport) submitted an application to the Texas
Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Aviation Division for funding to acquire and install
Vehicle Movement Area Transmitters (VMATs) on airport maintenance and emergency
response vehicles.
The proposed project will equip six airport vehicles used for mowing, snow removal, airfield
sweeping, maintenance activities, and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) operations
with FAA -approved Automatic Dependent Surveillance -Broadcast (ADS -B) Out technology.
These vehicles routinely operate within the airport movement area in support of airfield
maintenance, winter weather operations, foreign object debris (FOD) management, and
emergency response activities.
The VMAT equipment will provide real-time vehicle identification and location information to
Air Traffic Control and airport personnel, improving situational awareness of authorized
vehicles operating on the airfield. The project supports FAA surface safety initiatives,
enhances coordination during routine and emergency operations, and reduces the potential
for vehicle incursions by improving the visibility of critical airport vehicles.
Since no City salaries will be charged to these grants, indirect cost recovery does not apply.
The grant application repository number is GRNT-APPL-0000000211.
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 2.
This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher
education.
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. 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
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Department has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds. This is a
reimbursement grant.
SUBMITTED FOR CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE BY: Valerie R. Washington, # 6192
ORIGINATING BUSINESS UNIT HEAD: Roger Venables, # 5402
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: Sasha Kane, # 5404
ATTACHMENTS
1. ORD APP 55 55 FTW VMAT AO26 r3 [7.5.14.3 - 2 pages]
2. TXDOT RESOLUTION FTW VMAT [7.5.14.4 - 2 pages]
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