TO: Mayor and Members of City Council
THRU: Jeffrey Yates, ICMA-CM, Assistant City Manager
FROM: Andrew LaGala, A.A.E, Airport Director
DATE: October 12, 2026
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Accept and Appropriate $2,000,000 of Passenger Facility Charges for the Reconstruction of the North General Aviation ApronTitle
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
The North General Aviation Apron reconstruction supports Goal IV of the City’s adopted Strategic Plan, “Desirable Place to Live, Work and Recreate,” and Objective 4.1, which calls for maintaining public transportation investments through high-quality transit and airport services. Fayetteville Regional Airport serves as a regional economic driver by connecting the community to business opportunities, supporting tourism, and providing transportation infrastructure that helps attract and retain employers. Reconstructing deteriorating apron pavement helps maintain safe and efficient aircraft operations, protect the City’s infrastructure investment, and sustain the airport’s role in the regional economy.
Executive Summary:
The proposed Capital Project Ordinance Amendment 26-0651 appropriates $2 million in Passenger Facility Charge revenues for reconstruction of the North General Aviation Apron at Fayetteville Regional Airport, the paved area used for aircraft parking and ground activities. Passenger Facility Charges are fees collected through airline tickets and dedicated to federally approved airport improvements. Reconstruction will address pavement deterioration and help maintain safe and efficient airport operations. On June 22, 2026, City Council accepted $11,945,800 in federal grants and approved a $597,290 local match for the project. The proposed appropriation has no impact on the City’s General Fund.
Background:
On June 22, 2026, City Council accepted two federal Airport Improvement Program grants totaling $11,945,800 for reconstruction of the North G...
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