Construct perimeter fencing

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded a project grant of $467,368.42 to Acadia Parish Police Jury on September 8, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) for perimeter fencing infrastructure improvements at Crowley Regional Airport in Crowley, Louisiana. This award funds Phase 2 of a multi-phase fencing project, which consists of installing 13,245 feet of landside perimeter fencing and seven access gates to bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 139 standards. The project is scheduled for completion by September 7, 2029.

This infrastructure project supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by enhancing airport security and access control through perimeter containment measures not required by 49 CFR Part 1542. When combined with Phase 1, the complete fencing project will construct approximately 19,952 feet of perimeter fencing and 11 access gates across the airport facility, ensuring appropriate security protocols and regulatory compliance for this regional public-use airport serving the Acadia Parish community.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs 19,952 feet of perimeter fencing and 11 gates not required by 49 CFR 1542 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of installing 13,245 feet of landside perimeter fencing and 7 access gates. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with crowley, louisiana.