FY 2027 Community Project Funding Requests:
Project Name: Buffalo Police Department Patrol Vehicle Replacement Project
Requested Amount: $328,000
Intended Recipient: Buffalo Police Department
Recipient Address: 639 Fort Street, Buffalo, Wyoming, 82834
Explanation of the Request: The requested amount of $328,000 would be used by the Buffalo Police Department to purchase and fully upfit four patrol vehicles, which will include the installation of a new radio system, front radar unit, rear radar unit, emergency lighting package, patrol rifle storage system, prisoner transport cage, and department decals and markings. Situated at the interchange of Interstates 25 and 90, Buffalo is a frequent stopping point for travelers heading to Yellowstone National Park, which attracts more than four million visitors annually. Due to its location and strong partnerships with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office and the Wyoming Highway Patrol, the Buffalo Police Department responds to numerous incidents along city streets, county roads, highways, and interstates, and frequently assists with accidents, pursuits, and other calls for service. However, the department's existing fleet is aging, with most vehicles over ten years old and exceeding 100,000 miles, while rising maintenance costs, reduced reliability, and supply chain challenges limit operational efficiency and pose risks to officer and public safety. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds as replacing aging vehicles will improve emergency response times, enhance officer safety, increase patrol coverage, and reduce long-term maintenance costs, thereby supporting the continued safety of both the community and the millions of visitors who pass through northern Wyoming each year.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Johnson County Sheriff's Office Patrol Vehicle Acquisition Project
Requested Amount: $270,000
Intended Recipient: Johnson County Sheriff's Office
Recipient Address: 639 Fort Street, Buffalo, Wyoming, 82834
Explanation of the Request: The requested amount of $270,000 would be used by the Johnson County Sheriff's Office to purchase four new patrol vehicles, replacing the aging, existing fleet, which will have reached its mileage limits. Johnson County is highly rural, encompasses over 4,175 square miles with two major Interstates, I-25 and I-90, contains over 550 miles of county-maintained roads, and includes countless miles of unmaintained roadways on the Big Horn Mountains, WY State lands, Bureau of Land Management lands, rural ranch lands, and in the oil field, creating significant coverage challenges. The Sheriff's Office also provides two resident deputies in the Town of Kaycee, WY, which does not have a police department, but does house a K-12 school. Finally, the Sheriff's Office is obligated to patrol on Forest Service lands within the county. Meeting this coverage demand over such a massive area has caused vehicle mileage to quickly add up, while rough roads and hazardous weather have degraded vehicle condition, exacerbating ongoing challenges in achieving public safety objectives. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds, as replacing the aging, existing fleet will ensure the continuation of both effective patrol coverage and emergency response, thereby bolstering public safety across multiple communities in Johnson County.
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Project Name: 911 Communications and Dispatch Systems Upgrades Project
Requested Amount: $2,083,000
Intended Recipient: Sweetwater Combined Communications Joint Powers Board
Recipient Address: 5 Shoshone Avenue, Green River, Wyoming, 82935
Explanation of the Request: The requested amount of $2,083,000 would be used by the Sweetwater Combined Communications Joint Powers Board (board) to replace two critical communications systems, including the Radio Console and the 911 Phone System, which enable radio dispatch operations and the answering of critically emergent calls for help from the public, respectively, that are both approaching "end-of-life" status in the next two years. The board provides emergency communications services to the communities of Bairoil, Eden, Farson, Granger, Green River, Reliance, Rock Springs, Superior, and Wamsutter within Sweetwater County, comprising a total of 12 public safety agencies serviced, including three law enforcement, seven fire, one EMS, and one combined fire/EMS department. With their radio dispatch and 911 phone systems approaching "end-of-life" status, replacement is an urgent priority, especially as reliance on cellular networks is not a dependable alternative due to the vast, rural nature of Sweetwater County and inconsistent cellular coverage. This request is a valuable use of taxpayer funds as it will replace aging, unsupported public safety-related infrastructure and ensure the continuous operation of critical emergency communications and 911 services across multiple rural communities in Sweetwater County, Wyoming.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Crook County Sheriff's Office Vehicle Acquisition Project
Requested Amount: $246,500
Intended Recipient: Crook County Sheriff's Office
Recipient Address: 309 Cleveland Street, Sundance, Wyoming, 82729
Explanation of the Request: The requested amount of $246,500 would be used by the Crook County Sheriff's Office to purchase two new patrol trucks, a third truck to be utilized by Emergency Management within the Sheriff's office, and associated equipment upgrades, including cages, radar units, radios, in-car cameras, and other outdated equipment that would have to be used. The project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because the current vehicle fleet is old and outdated, having over 150,000 miles and reaching the end of its service life, while also ensuring that effective law enforcement and emergency management coverage can continue across multiple rural communities in Crook County, Wyoming.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Carbon County Emergency Generator Project
Requested Amount: $975,000
Intended Recipient: Carbon County, WY
Recipient Address: 215 W. Buffalo Street, Suite 218, Rawlins, WY, 82301
Explanation of the Request: The request would allow for the purchase and installation of permanent and portable emergency generators at several essential County-owned public locations, including the Memorial Hospital of Carbon County; the Carbon County Fairgrounds, which serves as the County's designated emergency shelter location and may be used during winter road closures, wildfire evacuations, or other emergency conditions; the Jeffrey Center, which houses the Wyoming Medical Station that is deployed in emergencies; and the Coroner's Office. Finally, a portable emergency generator would be deployed where temporary power is needed throughout the County. With approximately 14,500 residents spread across nearly 8,000 square miles, Carbon County has one of the lowest population densities in Wyoming, requiring public buildings to serve communities across a large and varied landscape. Many County locations currently lack dependable backup power or rely on equipment that cannot sustain operations during extended outages, leaving critical public services vulnerable when electrical service is disrupted. In just one recent example, in March 2026, when the County experienced a 20-vehicle collision on I-80, leaving multiple patients trapped and critically injured, a widespread multi-hour-long power outage occurred, forcing the Memorial Hospital to rely on its aging and limited-capacity backup generator, reducing the capacity of several emergency diagnostic services. The project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds as it will address clearly identified rural backup power needs at these facilities and across the County, which are essential for medical services, public safety functions, and routine government operations, thereby ensuring they remain available and operational amid disruptions and times of emergencies.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: City of Torrington Solid Waste Baler Facility Construction Project
Requested Amount: $5,489,531.56
Intended Recipient: City of Torrington, WY
Recipient Address: 436 East 22nd Avenue, Torrington, WY, 82240
Explanation of the Request: The request will be used to construct a new municipal solid waste transfer station, replacing the current baler facility located within the City of Torrington's corporate boundary, which is approximately 5 miles from the city's landfill. The City of Torrington annually disposes of 6,500 tons of municipal solid waste from its residents and an additional 3,000 tons from the City of Wheatland. The existing baler began operation in 1972 and is currently over 54 years old and obsolete. The new baler facility will be located adjacent to the current landfill on city property, which will be home to the future expansion of the City's landfill once the existing one has reached its capacity. The new facility will also allow the tipping and baling operations to take place inside, away from inclement weather, including windy conditions. This request is a valuable use of taxpayer funds as it will replace an aged, obsolete system, contributing to cleaner and more efficient operations, while ensuring the continuation of these vital disposal services to multiple rural Wyoming communities, with the possibility of future expansion.
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Project Name: Laramie Public Safety Operations Center
Requested Amount: $3,000,000
Intended Recipient: City of Laramie
Recipient Address: 406 Ivinson Avenue, Laramie, WY, 82070
Explanation of the Request: The request would specifically support the construction of a dedicated Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to be housed within a broader Public Safety Operations Center, that will include three integrated components: the Laramie Police Department Headquarters, a Consolidated Emergency Dispatch Center, and the Dedicated Emergency Operations Center, a permanent, multi-command and coordination hub designed in accordance with FEMA best practices to direct all-hazards emergency response across Albany County, the home of the University of Wyoming, filling a critical gap that does not currently exist in Laramie's public safety infrastructure. The broader Public Safety Operations Center's total square footage is approximately 43,100, of which 5,550 square feet is designated as the EOC. Federal funding is requested for $3,000,000, representing 75% of the total EOC facility construction cost of $4,000,000. The request includes EOC and offices, technical/secure spaces, dispatch consoles, integrated video wall and displays, redundant radios/interop systems, UPS and generator, communication and networking infrastructure, and security features. Laramie's current EOC is located in the basement of Fire Station 3 - an ad-hoc space that falls critically short of the demands placed on it. The space has only one entrance/exit point, does not have windows, and is generally not large enough to accommodate the necessary staff or multiple functional disciplines and jurisdictions for a large-scale event. Emergency dispatches are physically separated from the Emergency Operations Center by three miles, creating a fragmentation that impedes real-time coordination during large-scale incidents. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will strengthen emergency response capacity and public safety infrastructure while delivering a lasting symbol of federal partnership with Wyoming's law enforcement and emergency management community.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Town of Jackson for Water Storage
Requested Amount: $5,280,000
Intended Recipient: Town of Jackson
Recipient Address: 150 E Pearl Avenue, Jackson, WY, 83001
Explanation of the Request: The request would support the design and construction of a 1.5 million-gallon water storage tank in West Jackson, the construction of a new access road for the tank, and the completion of water pipe connections to the system. As the Town of Jackson’s full-time population and summer visitor numbers both continue to grow, water storage capacity is a critical need for the Town to mitigate shortages and ensure consistent delivery. During the peak summer months, when outdoor irrigation and tourism are at their highest levels, there is a significant strain on the water system. The Town’s pumps have to work nearly 24/7 to keep up with the immediate draw from thousands of sprinklers and households. This constant strain not only increases the risk of mechanical failure at the well sites but also leaves the Town with dangerously low reserves if a fire were to break out. While the town’s eight groundwater wells generally produce enough water to meet total daily needs, the system lacks the buffer capacity to store that water for when it is needed most. For example, in the summer of 2025, mechanical issues with one of the three wells in West Jackson necessitated significant cutbacks on municipal water usage. While the issue was resolved without incident, it highlights the need to add redundancy to the system to avoid catastrophic and costly breakdowns, especially during peak summer wildfire season. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will increase overall water storage capacity for both residents and visitors, and ensure adequate water reserves in the event of an emergency.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Town of Bar Nunn for Water System Resiliency and Infrastructure Expansion
Requested Amount: $3,600,000
Intended Recipient: Town of Bar Nunn
Recipient Address: 1500 Palomino Avenue, Bar Nunn, WY 82601
Explanation of the Request: The request would support the repair or replacement of the Town's damaged municipal water storage tank to restore reliable water storage capacity, the extension of water and sewer infrastructure to currently undeveloped portions of Bel Vista and Palomino Avenue, construction of a sewer lift station required to support development in the Palomino area, and modernization of aging water meters that are more than 30 years old to improve meter accuracy and responsible water system management. In 2024, the Town dissolved an independent water district and assumed responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the municipal water system. In February 2026, a municipal water storage tank sustained significant structural damage during a wind event that tore a portion of the tank roof from the structure. The damage rendered the tank inoperable and significantly reduced available water storage capacity within the system. The tank is one of only two storage facilities serving the Bar Nunn municipal water system, and also serves an unincorporated service area outside the Town limits. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will restore critical water storage capacity, strengthen fire protection capability, modernize aging infrastructure, and support responsible residential growth for the approximately 3,000 residents served by the Bar Nunn municipal water system.
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Project Name: City of Douglas Water Treatment Plant Transmission Main Replacement
Requested Amount: $860,000
Intended Recipient: City of Douglas
Recipient Address: 101 North Fourth Street, Douglas, WY 82633
Explanation of the Request: The request would support the replacement of a 20-inch transmission main from the Water Treatment Plant to Grant Street and the 16-inch water main in Grant Street from W. Clay Street to the Riverside Park, including all new fittings, valves, and fire hydrants, and a new butterfly valve inside the water treatment plant. The City of Douglas is supplied with water from three sources: the Water Treatment Plant, Little Boxelder Spring, and the Sheep Mountain well. During the winter and the lower demand periods, the Little Boxelder Spring supplies all of the water to the City; however, during the higher summer demand periods, all three water sources are necessary to meet the current water demands and cannot meet the projected future demands. The existing transmission mains are ductile iron pipes that are nearing 50 years of service and continue to corrode and degrade every year, increasing the risk of failure. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it improves the reliability and water supply capacity of the water distribution system and will remove hurdles preventing growth in the community.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Northern Arapaho Tribe for Drinking Water Transmission Line Replacement
Requested Amount: $3,488,000
Intended Recipient: Northern Arapaho Tribe
Recipient Address: 707 Blue Sky Highway, Ethete, WY, 82520
Explanation of the Request: The request will support the replacement of an aging and undersized asbestos cement drinking water transmission line that currently serves essential Tribal facilities and community members. The existing pipeline provides drinking water to Tribal businesses and low-income Tribal housing. Due to its age, material type, and limited capacity, the current asbestos cement line poses increasing risks of failure, reduced reliability, and escalating maintenance concerns. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will protect public health, support economic vitality, and ensure dependable service for Tribal housing, businesses, and essential community services.
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Project Name: City of Mills for Lower Mills Hydrant, Service, and Valve Replacement Phase 2
Requested Amount: $2,660,300
Intended Recipient: City of Mills
Recipient Address: 704 Fourth Street, Mills, WY 82644
Explanation of the Request: The request would support the replacement of aging and dysfunctional fire hydrants, main line valves, and service saddles in Lower Mills. Lower Mills is among the City’s oldest areas and is home to 30% of the City’s total residential customers and one of the City’s largest commercial businesses. Most of the infrastructure in this area is approximately 50 years old, and the valves, services, and hydrants have deteriorated due to the long-term exposure to the soils with no cathodic protection. As the hydrants and valves have aged, they have become more difficult to exercise, while corrosion buildup has further impaired functionality. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will support continued water service to the homes and businesses in the area, ensure that Fire personnel have access to working hydrants to effectively respond to emergency events, reduce long-term maintenance costs, and mitigate the risk of costly waterline breaks in the future.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: City of Mills for Sanitary Sewer Improvements
Requested Amount: $2,735,821
Intended Recipient: City of Mills
Recipient Address: 704 4th Street, Mills, WY 82644
Explanation of the Request: The request would support the replacement of aging sanitary sewer systems in three areas to address corrosion, mitigate infiltration, boost capacity, and reduce long-term maintenance costs. Specifically, the first area is near Poison Spider, 6th Avenue, and Marmot Street, where conflict with a high-pressure gas line forced a sewer system connection at a less-than-standard slope, in addition to a manhole invert that was constructed to direct flow in a direction that provided less capacity. Second is the North Mountain View area, where the sewer pipe is original and composed of inferior materials, leaving it susceptible to infiltration and structural damage. The final area is two sewer crossings of US Hwy 20/26 (W. Yellowstone Highway), which were originally constructed in the 1960s, have suffered from corrosion and structural damage due to susceptible construction materials, and have struggled with meeting adequate capacity demands. The project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because the replacement will mitigate structural and efficiency issues with the City's sewer infrastructure, ensure the health of residents and the surrounding environment, reduce long-term maintenance costs, and mitigate the risk of costly sewer line breaks in the future.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: City of Casper for Lead Service Line Replacements
Requested Amount: $2,972,500
Intended Recipient: City of Casper
Recipient Address: 200 North David Street, Casper, WY, 82601
Explanation of the Request: The request would support the replacement of five water service lines in known and suspected lead service areas in the City of Casper Water Distribution System. All service connections will be evaluated, and any lead or lead-contaminated services will be replaced as part of this project to eliminate risks to human health. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will allow the City of Casper to tackle five of its identified service line replacement needs to advance compliance with the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements mandate, while also addressing core infrastructure needs, ensuring safe drinking water, maintaining healthy municipal funds balances, and avoiding the need to significantly raise rates for Casper citizens.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Robertson Road Safety and Capacity Project
Requested Amount: $1,520,000
Intended Recipient: City of Casper
Recipient Address: 200 North David Street, Casper, WY, 82601
Explanation of the Request: The request will support the reconstruction of Robertson Road between CY Avenue and the Robertson Road Bridge through a combination of widening, traffic improvements, and upgrades to the bridge. Specifically, work would include a three-lane section through the Aster Street intersection, dual southbound left turn lanes at the CY Avenue intersection, and enhancements to area sidewalks and paths. Robertson Road, located in West Casper, is a vital corridor for the communities of both Casper and Mills as it connects a series of highway bypasses and commercial, recreational, and industrial areas. Furthermore, the Robertson Road Bridge provides one of the few ways to cross the North Platte River on the west side of town, making it a natural bottleneck for traffic congestion. Robertson Road was identified as a congested arterial street in the Metropolitan Planning Organization's listening sessions and surveys. The limiting effect of the bridge, combined with the presence of Oregon Trail Elementary School create these traffic pressures, and residents are now becoming concerned that the opening of the Wyoming Classical Academy, a new charter school in Mills, will exacerbate existing issues. The project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will ease traffic congestion, enhance connectivity and economic vitality, and boost safety in a growing area with an increasing number of school children.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: 19th Street and Missile Drive Intersection Realignment Project
Requested Amount: $6,000,000
Intended Recipient: City of Cheyenne
Recipient Address: 2101 O’Neil Avenue, Cheyenne, WY, 82001
Explanation of the Request: The request will support the construction of a multi-span bridge over Crow Creek and the reconfiguration of the 19th Street and Missile Drive intersection by realigning 19th Street to create a 90-degree connection. The City of Cheyenne was built along Crow Creek, which has a drainage area of 336 square miles. The existing 19th Street bridge crossing over Crow Creek lacks adequate capacity and overtops during moderate flood events, inundating the neighborhood to the south and impacting the traveling public. These flood problems were classified as life-safety and/or property damage hazards in the community's 1988 Crow Creek Drainage Master Plan, which has only gotten worse. In addition to the drainage issues, the 19th Street and Missile Drive intersection presents multiple road safety hazards, including its awkward and unsafe configuration, traffic congestion and delays, inadequate turning lanes, access concerns, and lack of non-vehicular mobility, all of which significantly increase the risk of accidents. This request is a valuable use of taxpayer funds as replacing the bridge and realigning the intersection at 19th Street and Missile Drive will mitigate flood hazards, improve traffic conditions, promote safety, and support economic development along the Missile Drive corridor.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: 14th Street and Canyon Hills Road Rehabilitation Project
Requested Amount: $1,600,000
Intended Recipient: Town of Thermopolis
Recipient Address: 420 Broadway Street, Thermopolis, WY, 82443
Explanation of the Request: The request would support the rehabilitation of the dilapidated 14th Street and Canyon Hills Road, which includes the rebuilding of the road base as well as utility construction and comprehensive resurfacing. 14th Street, which turns into Canyon Hills Road, is a major artery running north-south on the west side of town. These roads have not only fallen into disrepair but also lack a road base to support them, necessitating total reconstruction and rehabilitation to ensure their functionality. Vital community services, including the Fire Department, the Town’s Search and Rescue operation, the Hot Springs County School District, the Police Department, and the Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital, which serves as Thermopolis’s lone emergency department, have been affected by the poor quality of these roads. Specifically, their poor quality has impacted the ability of the police department to adequately patrol the Town and has hindered emergency response times to the hospital. First responders are routinely forced to reduce speed to navigate potholes and other surface failures and avoid risking injury or damage to equipment. In a recent critical incident involving a wounded law enforcement officer, deteriorated road conditions required emergency medical transport to proceed more cautiously than circumstances warranted. In addition to public safety, Thermopolis serves as the county seat and primary commercial hub for Hot Springs County. The tourism economy depends heavily on safe and reliable infrastructure to support visitors, local businesses, and workforce mobility. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it addresses a clearly documented public safety need, supports essential services for rural Wyoming residents, ensures long-term infrastructure sustainability, and enables future economic growth and development.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Interstate 80 Highway Improvement, Evanston to Granger Section
Requested Amount: $3,000,000
Intended Recipient: Wyoming Department of Transportation
Recipient Address: 5300 Bishop Boulevard, Cheyenne, WY, 82009
Explanation of the Request: The request will support the improvement of a 5-mile section of I-80 between Evanston and Lyman in southwest Wyoming. Work will include pavement rehabilitation consisting of pavement milling, overlay, and wearing course work to improve pavement condition, safety, ride quality, and overall level of service. I-80 is one of Wyoming's most essential corridors and, according to WYDOT traffic data, sees an annual average daily traffic count of 13,828, with semi-trucks making up nearly 50%. I-80 is both vital to the nation's supply chain network as a critical high-capacity freight corridor and to rural communities in Wyoming, whose growth and economic development are shaped by I-80's traffic. Ensuring that the highway is properly maintained to support stable supply chains, guarantee safety, and enable growth across Wyoming's rural communities is essential. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will improve pavement condition, safety, ride quality, and keep this segment of I-80 in serviceable condition to handle extensive freight and other traffic.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: Senator Mike Enzi Memorial Overpass Replacement Project
Requested Amount: $5,000,000
Intended Recipient: City of Gillette
Recipient Address: 201 E 5th Street, Gillette, WY, 82716
Explanation of the Request: The request will support the replacement of an aging and structurally deficient bridge, which spans the BNSF railyard and US HWY 14/16. The existing structure, which was constructed in 1981 and opened to traffic in 1982, has exceeded its intended service life, requires frequent maintenance, resulting in intermittent closures that disrupt mobility throughout the community, and no longer meets current safety or mobility standards, creating vulnerability for the northern and central parts of the city that rely on this grade-separated connection. The bridge's grades are steeper than what is acceptable for an urban roadway, creating difficult and hazardous travel conditions during winter weather, especially when the surface becomes icy. Finally, due to the overpasses' posted weight limit of 16 tons, well below what a bridge in good condition should carry, heavier trucks must make lengthy detours across town to reach the nearest alternate grade-separated crossing or rely on at-grade rail crossings that are routinely blocked by active train traffic. Because the BNSF line serves the region's coal mines—a critical supplier of fuel for affordable electricity generation across the country—rail operations are constant, and closures/delays are common. This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because replacing the bridge is essential to providing long-term infrastructure sustainability, reliable ADA-compliant mobility for vehicles and pedestrians, emergency response access, and economic stability for the community.
Member Certification Form:
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Project Name: General Aviation Apron Rehabilitation and Expansion Project
Requested Amount: $5,160,000
Intended Recipient: Southwest Wyoming Regional (RKS) Airport
Recipient Address: 382 WY-370, Rock Springs, WY, 82901
Explanation of the Request: The request will support the expansion and rehabilitation of the General Aviation (GA) apron by infilling the space between the GA Apron and Taxiway E, strategically extending pavement to meet the essential minimum requirements for proper Taxiway Object Free Area (TOFA) clearance. Urgent pavement rehabilitation will also be completed to accommodate the stress from larger aircraft, further emphasizing the need for timely intervention. The airport is currently facing significant infrastructure challenges and limitations regarding the current GA apron, as its layout poses safety concerns with numerous TOFA intrusions, which can lead to aircraft collisions and ground service accidents. The airport has seen 5x as many Airport Design Group (ADG) III aircraft since 2018, thus necessitating the move from ADG II TOFO clearances to ADG III TOFA clearances. The fleet mix of smaller aircraft has outgrown the current apron size and configuration. Furthermore, the King Air 200 aircraft, along with other common users of similar dimensions, is larger than the current tie downs, often requiring only every other tie-down to be utilized. Finally, this project has not historically competed well for typical FAA funding due to the fact that it is not a runway or taxiway, and no other source of funding is available to complete this project. Completion of the project will significantly increase safety for passengers and crew members by reducing the likelihood of aircraft collisions and ground service accidents, and will improve operational efficiency by enhancing apron flow and minimizing interference during taxiing, ultimately ensuring safer operations for both aircraft and ground handling crews. The request is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will support passenger and ground crew safety, improve operational efficiency, and both maintain and attract economic development opportunities to Rock Springs and surrounding rural Wyoming communities.
Member Certification Form:
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