Airport projects: AWOS replacement complete; FAA grants in place for wind cones and apron seal coat
Airport staff updated commissioners that AWOS replacement and relocation are complete, PAPI and REIL construction is complete (slightly over contract), FAA grant agreements were received Aug. 3, 2026 for Lighted Wind Cones and Apron Asphalt Seal Coat with construction expected this fall, and FAA flight-check costs of $27,267.81 were recommended and submitted for reimbursement.
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Bruce Brandstetter and Dwight Clayton told the board that the AWOS replacement and relocation project at the county airport is complete and BCI is completing closeout. PAPI and REIL construction is complete; construction cost exceeded the contract by $3,746. The presenters said an FAA flight check is not required but is recommended at a cost of $27,267.81 and that the county has submitted a reimbursement request to the FAA for that cost.
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