WASHINGTON, D.C. — The
Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) have awarded $31,500 to the Walker Municipal Airport, U.S. Rep.
Rick Nolan announced July 24.
The grant will provide
federal funding for the restoration of airport apron (the area where
aircraft are parked while boarding), taxiway, and runway through crack
repair and pavement patching.
Nolan, a member of the
House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation, as
well as the General Aviation Caucus, emphasized the importance of local
airports for tourism and business in Minnesota’s Eighth District.
“Regional airports, like
Walker Municipal Airport, play a crucial role in our rural economy by
providing transportation to business commuters and visitors alike,” he
stated. “Maintaining safe and efficient airport operations with this
grant will support good-paying middle class jobs in the region, from
construction, to business and tourism.”
Original Source: http://www.walkermn.com
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