The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration awarded a $199,372 Project Grant under the Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) to the City of Cherokee, Oklahoma. The grant will fund the installation of 5,000 feet of wildlife fencing at Cherokee airports to enhance safety by mitigating wildlife hazards, supporting activities outlined in an approved wildlife management plan. The fencing project is intended to benefit airports associated with Cherokee and will be completed by September 2, 2025, utilizing 100% federal funding through the American Rescue Plan Act's increase to the federal share of Airport Improvement Program grants.