STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Sustainable
AGENDA DATE: April 9, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 6
DEPARTMENT: Department of Aviation
EXECUTIVE: Dev Rastogi
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize the (1) acceptance of a grant upon receipt from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Terminal Program for the federal share of the eligible capital improvement project for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law at Dallas Love Field (Grant No. TBD, Assistance Listing No. 20.106) in the amount of $13,000,000.00 for the upgrade of Dallas Love Field Moving Walkways and Escalators Upgrade Project where the performance period shall be for four years from the date of acceptance; (2) establishment of appropriations in an amount not to exceed $13,000,000.00 in the FY25 FAA Airport Terminal Program Grant Fund; (3) receipt and deposit of grant funds in an amount not to exceed $13,000,000.00 in the FY25 FAA Airport Terminal Program Grant Fund; and (4) execution of the grant agreement and all terms, conditions, and documents required by the grant agreement - Not to exceed $13,000,000.00 - Financing: FY25 FAA Airport Terminal Program Grant Fund
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BACKGROUND
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) provides $15 billion in airport infrastructure funding nationally. The money can be invested in runways, taxiways, safety, and sustainability projects, as well as terminal, airport-transition connections, and roadway projects.
The Department of Aviation has been notified of an intent to award a grant from Airport Terminal Program Grant funding as part of the BIL to upgrade the conveyor Moving Walkways and Escalators Upgrade Project at Dallas Love Field (DAL) that will preserve and enhance the safety of DAL.
The objective is to fund the replacement of the pedestrian moving walkways and escalators and enclose a concourse extension to ensure passenger safety and comfort at DAL. The new facilities and infrastructure will include modern technology to increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption. Additionally, the improvements will incorporate accessibility features to provide a more inclusive and accessible passenger experience.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
This item has no prior action.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2025 |
FY 2026 |
Future Years |
|
FY25 FAA Airport Terminal Program Grant Fund |
$13,000,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |