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Home My WebLink About26-6344 - City Council - ResolutionRESOLUTION 26-6344 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to make certain improvements at Fort Worth Spinks Airport; and WHEREAS, the general description of the project is described as: construction of the Runway 18R -36L Rehabilitation and Underdrains Installation project; and WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to request financial assistance from the Texas Department of Transportation for these improvements; and WHEREAS, the cost of construction is estimated to be $11,954,000.00, and the City of Fort Worth will be responsible for the total project cost and will seek up to 95% reimbursement from the Texas Department of Transportation. 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 construction of the Runway 18R -36L Rehabilitation and Underdrains Installation project and Fort Worth Spinks Airport; and 2. This resolution shall be effective from and after its passage by the City Council. Adopted this August 11, 2026. ATTEST: By: Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary L L AI I' Q CD D co D TW D 4 i F CD co H > A ' � D H D CD D CD C1 D )4: -1� �Cn Q� A 7J i - _____ - '' L - , - - TW E __ iib_1 �'•: RW 18R -36L Li �.D H, D F F- �TWF U) cn Q ZJ Z7 D RUNWM UNDERDRAI D CD K /ml ILL I I FORT WORTH. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMUNICATION 7.1.37 RUNWAY 18R -36L REHAB & UNDERDRAINS INSTALLATION CONSTRUCTION GRANT DATE: 08/11/26 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 26-0651 DEPARTMENT: AVIATION SUBJECT (CD 8) Authorize Application for and Acceptance of a Grant, if Awarded, from the Federal Aviation Administration, Passed Through the Texas Department of Transportation, in an Amount Up to $10,263,000.00 for Construction of the Runway 18R -36L Rehabilitation and Underdrains Installation Project at Fort Worth Spinks Airport, Authorize a Transfer of Up to $1,140,333.00 for the City's Match Requirement for a Total Amount Up to $11,403,333.00, Adopt Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Grant Related Agreements with the State of Texas, Represented by the Texas Department of Transportation, Adopt Appropriation Ordinances, and Amend the Fiscal Year 2026 Adopted Budget and Fiscal Years 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Authorize application for and acceptance of a grant, if awarded, from the Federal Aviation Administration, passed through the Texas Department of Transportation, Aviation Division, in an amount up to $10,263,000.00 for construction of the Runway 18R -36L Rehabilitation and Underdrains Installation project at Fort Worth Spinks Airport; 2. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Municipal Airport Grants Federal Fund in an amount up to (1) $10,263,000.00, subject to the receipt of the grant, and (2) $1,140,333.00 as a transfer from the Municipal Airport Capital Projects Fund to satisfy the City's match requirement, totaling $11,403,333.00 for the purpose of funding construction of the Runway 18R -36L Rehabilitation and Underdrains Installation project at Fort Worth Spinks Airport (City Project No. 107070); 3. Authorize adoption of 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; 4. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Municipal Airport Fund in an amount of $550,000.00, from available net position, for the purpose of transferring to the Municipal Airport Capital Projects Fund; 1 of 3 FORT WORTH. 5. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Municipal Airport Capital Projects Fund in an amount of $550,000.00, transferred from the Municipal Airport Fund, for the purpose of funding the Taxiway Bravo Temporary Landing Surface Conversion portion of the Runway 18R -36L Rehabilitation and Underdrains Installation project at Fort Worth Spinks Airport (City Project No. 107070); and 6. Amend the Fiscal Year 2026 Adopted Budget and Fiscal Years 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. DISCUSSION The Texas Department of Transportation, Aviation Division (TxDOT) has advised the City of Fort Worth (City) Aviation Department that funding has been allocated and will be issued for construction of the Runway 18R -36L Rehabilitation and Underdrains Installation project (Project) at Fort Worth Spinks Airport (Airport). Design is currently underway and is expected to be completed in the Fall of 2026. This Project will consist of improvements and rehabilitation of the Airport's primary Runway 18R -36L (Runway) by means of an asphalt mill and overlay (see attached map). The Project's scope also includes the installation of 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. During rehabilitation, the Runway will be closed, and Taxiway Bravo will be converted into a temporary landing surface. The cost of this conversion will not be funded by TxDOT; therefore, Aviation Department funds in the amount of $550,000.00 will be used to cover these expenses. This Project also includes the reconstruction of Taxiway Alpha and Taxiway Charlie on the west side of the Airport. These will be included in the Project plans as additive alternates and will be awarded depending on bid prices and available funds. Funding is available for appropriation in the Future Grant Matches project within the Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund for the purpose of transferring to the Municipal Airport Grants Federal Fund and within the net position of the Municipal Airport Fund for the purpose of transferring to the Municipal Airport Capital Projects Fund. Net Position beginning balance is $11,507,159.00 and the new balance will be $10,957,159.00 after this M&C. Funding for this Project was not included in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program due to the funding timeline being accelerated by TxDOT. Originally, funding for construction of the Project was expected to be awarded in FY2029; however, the Aviation Department was notified by TxDOT that funding was now available for FY2026. The 2 of 3 FORT WORTH. action in this M&C will amend the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program as approved in connection with Ordinance 27979-09-2025. The grant application repository number is GRNT-APPL-0000000215. Fort Worth Spinks Airport is located in COUNICL DISTRICT 8. This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education. FISCAL IN FORMATION/CERTIFICATION The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinances, funds will be available in the current capital budget, as appropriated, in the Municipal Airport Grants Federal Fund and Municipal Airport Capital Proj 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 expense 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: Valerie R. Washington, # 6192 ORIGINATING BUSINESS UNIT HEAD: Roger Venables, # ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: Tyler Dale, # 5416 ATTACHMENTS 1. Map [7.1.37.1 - 1 page] 2. TxDOT Resolution Runway 18R 36L Rehabilitation Construction [7.1.37.2 - 1 page] 3. ORD APP 55FWS Runway 18R 36L Rehab Underdrains Installation Construction Grant A [7.1.37.4 - 2 pages] 4. ORD APP 55FWS Runway 18R 36L Rehab Underdrains Installation Construction Gra (2) [7.1.37.6 - 2 pages] 5. ORD APP 55FWS Runway 18R 36L Rehab Underdrains Installation Construction Gra (1) [7.1.37.8 - 1 page] 3 of 3