Construct perimeter fencing

The City of Princeton, Minnesota received a $266,000 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 6, 2025. The grant funds the construction of 3,912 linear feet of perimeter fencing and 10 access gates at Princeton Airport to bring the facility into compliance with current Federal Aviation Regulations (49 CFR 1542) security standards. The project is scheduled for completion by September 5, 2029.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA, provides federal funding to support airport infrastructure development and modernization nationwide. This award represents a typical infrastructure investment under the program, which encompasses traditional Airport Improvement Program funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) appropriations, and COVID-19 relief grants. The perimeter security improvements will enhance airport operational safety and regulatory compliance while supporting the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence across the national airport system.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs 3,912 feet of perimeter fencing and 10 gates not required by 49 CFR 1542 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with princeton, minnesota.