Acquire snow removal equipment

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Northwest Mountain Region, awarded Pendleton City of Administration (operating as Eastern Oregon Regional Airport at Pendleton) a Project Grant totaling $1,224,210.53 under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106) on July 16, 2025. The grant funds the acquisition of snow removal equipment, specifically a snow removal plow and snow removal broom, to enhance the airport's operational capability to clear priority airfield areas during adverse weather conditions. The project has an estimated completion date of July 15, 2029.

This infrastructure investment directly supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by improving the airport's winter weather response capabilities. The grant aligns with the broader Airport Improvement Program goal of developing and maintaining a nationwide airport system adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs. As a local government entity operating a public-use airport included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems (NPIAS), Pendleton City of Administration qualifies as an eligible grant recipient under the program's criteria for airport sponsors, owners, and operators.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires a snow removal plow and a snow removal broom to enhance the airport's ability to clear the priority areas of the airfield during adverse weather conditions. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with pendleton, oregon.