Reseal/resurface taxiway; rehabilitate runway

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Central Region awarded $1,297,892.63 to the City of Independence, Kansas on July 28, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to rehabilitate runway and taxiway infrastructure.

The award funds the rehabilitation of 3,402 feet of existing paved Runway 4/22 to maintain structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris, extending its useful life. The award also funds the resealing of 2,030 feet of existing Taxiway C pavement and joints at the Independence Municipal Airport to extend pavement life. This grant funds a portion of the total project; an associated Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act grant funds the remaining eligible portion.

Work is performed in Independence, Kansas. The period of performance extends through July 27, 2030. The City of Independence, Kansas receives the award directly and serves as the recipient. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors, owners, or operators in developing a nationwide system of airports and funds airport infrastructure investments to support civil aeronautics and long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 3,402 feet of existing paved runway 4/22 to maintain the structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris to extend its useful life. This project reseals 2,030 feet of existing taxiway C pavement and joints at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with infrastructure investment and jobs act grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of this project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with independence, kansas.