Reconstruct wildlife perimeter fencing

The County of Yates received a $177,000 Project Grant awarded on August 21, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), administered by the Federal Aviation Administration. This Phase 1 design grant funds the reconstruction of wildlife perimeter fencing infrastructure at Penn Yan Airport, specifically supporting the design phase for reconstructing 8,000 linear feet of existing wildlife fencing and replacing 10 existing gates that have reached the end of their useful lives. The project is scheduled for completion by August 20, 2029, and will provide critical infrastructure improvements to enhance airport safety and operational efficiency.

The Airport Improvement Program, which incorporates traditional funding alongside Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) appropriations and legacy COVID-19 relief grants, supports the Federal Aviation Administration's strategic objectives of safety, operational excellence, and long-term economic benefits through airport infrastructure investment. This award represents the initial design phase of a broader infrastructure modernization initiative at Penn Yan Airport in New York, with the ultimate construction and implementation expected to follow upon successful completion of the design activities funded under this grant.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 8,000 feet of existing wildlife fencing and 10 existing gates that have reached the end of their useful lives. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with penn YAN, new york.