Rehabilitate taxiway lighting

County of Kootenai received a $580,682.11 Project Grant award dated September 18, 2025, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), which encompasses traditional Airport Improvement Program funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) appropriations, and COVID-19 relief grants. The grant funds the rehabilitation of existing taxiway lighting systems on Taxiways B3, C, D, G, H, L, and N at Hayden Lake Airport in Hayden, Idaho, to extend the useful life of the lighting infrastructure. The project is scheduled for completion by September 17, 2029.

This rehabilitation project aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by modernizing airport infrastructure. The funding supports critical airfield lighting upgrades that enhance airport safety and operational capabilities while maintaining the comprehensive nationwide system of public-use airports. As a local government entity with established experience in airport maintenance and transportation infrastructure management, County of Kootenai is well-positioned to execute this infrastructure improvement initiative.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates existing taxiway B3, c, d, g, h, l and n lighting to extend its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with hayden lake, idaho.