Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced that three Kansas communities have secured over $19 million in federal Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act (IIJA) funding to bolster local airport infrastructure.
The funding from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, combined with over $1.5 million in matching funds from the Kansas Infrastructure Hub and Build Kansas Fund, brings the total investment for this round of airport infrastructure grants to more than $20.5 million.
“Investing in our airports is crucial for enhancing connectivity and supporting local economies,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “These projects are receiving vital infrastructure grants, which will not only improve our airports and communities, but also strengthen the entire state’s transportation network.”
The Kansas airport projects receiving funding are:
City of Lyons and Rice County – Construct T-Hanger & Taxilanes Build Kansas Funding – $5,400 Federal Funding Awarded – $108,000 Applicant Contribution – $285 Total Project – $113,685
City of Newton – Runway Rehabilitation Build Kansas Funding – $73,150 Federal Funding Awarded – $1,463,000 Applicant Contribution – $3,850 Total Project – $1,540,000
Wichita Airport Authority – Jabara Airport Land Acquisition Build Kansas Funding – $51,750 Federal Funding Awarded – $1,092,500 Applicant Contribution – $455,750 Total Project – $1,600,000
Wichita Airport Authority – Pavement Rehabilitation Build Kansas Funding – $1,344,816 Federal Funding Awarded – $13,448,169 Applicant Contribution – $149,425 Total Project – $14,942,410
Wichita Airport Authority – Terminal Rehabilitation Build Kansas Funding – $180,000 Federal Funding Awarded – $3,800,000 Applicant Contribution – $20,000 Total Project – $4,000,000
“We congratulate the cities of Lyons, Newton, and Wichita on their recent Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) federal award,” said Shawn Wesner, Executive Director, Kansas Infrastructure Hub. “We extend our sincere appreciation to all who contribute to the success of this work. The continued support and collaboration of our partners, stakeholders, and community members play a pivotal role in advancing our mission and delivering meaningful benefits to communities across the state. Your expertise, commitment, and engagement strengthen our collective efforts and help drive progress on critical infrastructure initiatives.”
In addition to these five awards, the Build Kansas Fund has provided the required match dollars for 50 other federal grant awards across Kansas. The combined total investment by the Build Kansas Fund in all projects is over $36.6 million, which has resulted in federal grant awards of more than $104.6 million.
The Kansas Infrastructure Hub connects multiple state agencies and serves as a resource center for Kansas communities to identify best practices for maximizing IIJA funding opportunities. The Build Kansas Fund provides state matching dollars for projects throughout Kansas that successfully apply for federal grants under IIJA.
