One
infrastructure rehabilitation project at Las Cruces International Airport has
begun and two more are expected to start soon.
A
$95,000 cape seal project began Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019 for Taxiway Delta at
the airport, 8990 Zia Boulevard. In the coming weeks, work is scheduled to
begin on an approximately $160,000 mill and overlay project for Zia Boulevard,
Wingspan Drive, Gasoline Alley, and a portion of Harry Burrell Boulevard which
are at or adjacent to the Las Cruces airport. Also, new security gates and
access system will be installed at three locations along the airport’s
perimeter, at a cost of $125,000.
The
estimated total cost for the three projects is $380,000. Funding for the
projects will come from a combination of New Mexico capital outlay funding,
City of Las Cruces Hold Harmless gross receipt taxes, and the City’s General
Fund.
“These
various funding sources will be used so we can give the public the best bang
for the buck,” said Andy Hume, Airport administrator. “We understand that these
projects may cause some temporary inconvenience, but the results will be well
worth it. Patience and support are greatly appreciated during these projects as
we advance the goals of City Council and the Airport Master Plan.”
The
three projects will increase pilot safety, reduce debris that can damage
aircraft, and improve security at the airport. They are expected to be
completed by the end of the year.
Taxiway
Delta, between Runway 12/30 and the north end of the airport, will be closed
during that rehabilitation process. All necessary safety and security
precautions, and notifications, will be followed at the airport. Updates from
the airport manager’s office will be provided as progress is made on these
projects.
For
information about improvements at Las Cruces International Airport, call
575/541-2471.