Summary
A $8.7 million construction contract for the airport's new snow-removal equipment building, funded 95% by federal grants. The new 46,000-square-foot building will free up about 23,000 square feet of existing space for future use.
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Only about 2.5% of the $8.7 million cost comes from local airport funds.
Airport operations, emergency response, and travelers get modern facilities largely paid for by federal grants.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Tompkins County Legislature - Regular Meeting — August 4, 2026
The county accepted roughly $9.9 million in FAA and NYSDOT grants to build the snow removal half of the airport's new combined fire/snow building, with only about $178,000 in local passenger facility charges. Legislators flagged that the old building will sit empty and heating costs will continue.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee - Regular Meeting — July 16, 2026
A $8.7 million construction contract for the airport's new snow-removal equipment building, funded 95% by federal grants. The new 46,000-square-foot building will free up about 23,000 square feet of existing space for future use.
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