Construct/expand fuel farm

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Reedley a project grant of $143,662.11 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 4, 2025, with a completion date of September 3, 2029. This grant funds the design phase of a fuel farm expansion project at Reedley Municipal Airport, a non-primary public-use airport. The project entails the design for adding three fuel storage tanks to the existing airport infrastructure, which will enable the airport to increase operational self-sufficiency through fuel retail revenue generation.

This project qualifies for funding under the expanded eligibility provisions of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021. The design work represents the first phase of the fuel farm construction initiative, which is expected to support long-term economic viability and operational excellence at the airport facility serving the Reedley, California region. Upon design completion, the project may advance to subsequent construction phases subject to future funding availability and FAA approval.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new fuel farm at a nonprimary airport by adding three fuel tanks to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This project is allowable under the infrastructure investment and jobs act's expanded eligibility. This grant funds the first phase, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with reedley, california.