Airport wildlife hazard assessment/site visit/management plan

The County of Okeechobee received a $135,000 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to conduct a comprehensive airport wildlife hazard assessment for airports in Okeechobee, Florida. The award, dated August 1, 2025, with a project completion date of July 31, 2029, will fund activities including a formal wildlife hazard assessment, site visit evaluation, and the development of a management plan to mitigate wildlife-related safety risks at the designated airport facility.

This project aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by addressing wildlife hazards that pose potential threats to aircraft operations. The four-year project timeline accommodates the necessary assessment phases and planning activities required to establish effective wildlife management protocols. As a local government entity with extensive experience in airport infrastructure projects, the County of Okeechobee will utilize these federal funds to enhance airport safety and operational standards in accordance with FAA requirements and the comprehensive Airport Improvement Program framework.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project conducts an airport wildlife hazard assessment. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with okeechobee, florida.