Acquire snow removal equipment

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded County Of Franklin a Project Grant totaling $205,263.16 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 12, 2025, to acquire specialized snow removal equipment for Preston Municipal Airport. The grant funds the procurement of a tractor chassis equipped with plow, broom, and blower attachments designed to enhance the airport's operational capability to clear priority airfield areas during adverse weather conditions. This award represents a portion of the total project cost, with an associated Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Airport Infrastructure Grant funding the remaining eligible project expenses.

The project is scheduled for completion by September 11, 2029, providing the county with critical winter weather management capability to maintain safe airport operations year-round. This grant supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by enabling consistent airfield access during winter months, which is essential for maintaining reliable civil aviation services at the Preston, Idaho airport facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires a tractor chassis with plow, broom, and blower attachments snow removal equipment to enhance the airport's ability to clear the priority areas of the airfield during adverse weather conditions. This grant funds a portion of the total project. . This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. . Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with preston, idaho.