Reconstruct taxilane

The Village of Bluffton received a $245,023.16 formula grant award from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 30, 2025. The grant funds the final construction phase of a taxilane reconstruction project at Bluffton airport, specifically addressing 620 linear feet of existing Taxilane C pavement that has reached the end of its serviceable life. This infrastructure improvement project is expected to be completed by July 29, 2029, and will enhance airport operational efficiency and safety in accordance with FAA strategic objectives for airport modernization and maintenance.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA, supports the development and maintenance of public-use airport infrastructure nationwide through federal grants. As the direct grant recipient and project sponsor, the Village of Bluffton—acting through its Mayor's Department—will oversee project execution in Bluffton, Ohio. This award represents continued federal investment in regional airport infrastructure and reflects the Village of Bluffton's sustained participation in the AIP, which has supported multiple airport improvement initiatives since 2021, including prior taxilane reconstruction and airfield design standard compliance projects.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 620 feet of existing taxilane c pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with bluffton, ohio.