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Mayor says 15 contractor applicants, names Amazon, FedEx and UPS as possible partners for proposed 'third airport'
Summary
University Park's mayor told the board the proposed "third airport" has attracted 15 general-contractor applicants and said he has interviewed 10; he listed Amazon, FedEx and UPS as potential partners and framed the project as a local economic opportunity.
The mayor of University Park told the board that the proposed "third airport" has drawn 15 applicants for general-contractor roles and said he has interviewed 10 of them.
"For the first time in the history, there have been 15 applicants for general contractors for the third airport," the mayor said, adding that he has already interviewed 10. He listed potential major partners by name: "Amazon," "FedEx" and "UPS."
The mayor framed the project as an economic opportunity for University Park, noting the village's position as the last community heading south before the airport and the first coming north after it. He said that proximity and the interest from logistics companies could bring benefits to residents and the business community. The board recorded no formal votes or decisions tied to the airport discussion at this meeting.
A motion to adjourn followed. The record shows the motion was made by Lewis, the motion was seconded and the board voted in favor with no opposition.
