Reseal/resurface taxilane

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Central Region awarded the City of Oelwein $607,278.95 on July 27, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to reseal and resurface 800 feet of existing taxilane pavement and joints at a nonprimary airport in Oelwein, Iowa, extending the facility's useful life. This award funds a portion of the project; a separate Airport Infrastructure Grant funds the remaining portion. The grant includes future-year funding subject to appropriations and runs through July 26, 2030. Performance occurs at Oelwein, Iowa. The Airport Improvement Program assists sponsors, owners, or operators of public-use airports in developing a nationwide system adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs, with emphasis on transportation, environmental protection, and airport infrastructure supporting long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This grant includes future year funding planned for this project, subject to appropriations. This project reseals/resurfaces 800 feet of existing taxilane pavement and joints at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds a portion of the project. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with oelwein, iowa.