Reconstruct snow removal equipment

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Oneida County Highway Department a $1.23 million Project Grant under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 11, 2025, with an anticipated completion date of September 10, 2029. The grant funds the reconstruction and replacement of snow removal equipment at airports associated with Rhinelander, Wisconsin, including one carrier vehicle that has reached the end of its useful life. This project directly supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by ensuring adequate equipment infrastructure for regional airport operations.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA's Office of Airports, provides federal funding to support airport infrastructure development and modernization nationwide. This award reflects the program's commitment to maintaining safe and efficient airport systems through capital equipment investments. As the recipient, Oneida County is responsible for project implementation, compliance reporting on bidding and contract award activities, and retention of accounting records for three years following final expenditure submission.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project replaces existing snow removal equipment including 1 carrier vehicle that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with rhinelander, wisconsin.