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Brunswick, St. Simons airport projects advance as county leverages federal funds
Summary
Glynn County and Brunswick Airport officials reported progress on three SPLOST‑22 airport projects: an aircraft rescue and firefighting station at Brunswick Golden Isles Airport, a taxiway/economic development project pending FAA environmental review, and safety improvements at Saint Simons Island Airport now in public comment.
Glynn County and Brunswick Golden Isles Airport officials said three SPLOST‑22 projects affecting county airports are moving forward and that most of the construction funding is expected from federal and state aviation sources.
The projects matter because they convert local SPLOST contributions into larger federal and state grants that will pay the bulk of construction costs, reducing Glynn County’s direct share while supporting airport safety and economic development.
Rob Burr, speaking for the airport authority, said the county’s three airport projects “are basically tied to funding from other, other resources.” He reported that design and environmental work is complete for an Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) station at Brunswick Golden Isles Airport, that the ARFF station is…
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