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Press Release
AIRPORT RECEIVES $1 MILLION FOR TAXIWAY
A grant from the Federal Aviation Administration worth
more than $1 million will be the first step in expanding Williamson
County Regional Airport, manager Doug Kimmel said.
The grant for $1,058,463 will be used to build a taxiway on the west
side of the north/south runway. Kimmel said he hopes the airport
can start construction this summer and finish by the fall.
The taxiway would lead to the western part of the airport where Kimmel
said the airport hopes to have an expansion that would include new
hangars.
“For us, this is the first step in opening the western portion of the
airport for future development,” Kimmel said.
U.S. Rep. Jerry Costello, D-Belleville, said in a press release that
the funds will be instrumental in improving the airport.
“The airport is a key part of our regional transportation network and
economic development efforts, and this work will enhance efficiency and
safety,” said Costello, who is also chairman of the House Aviation
Subcommittee.
Kimmel said the airport hopes to receive additional funds in the future
to further develop expansion. He said further expansion could
potentially increase interest from companies looking to bring business
to Southern Illinois.
“This paves the way for any future interest,” he said.
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