The Mora Municipal Airport and Rush City Regional Airport will receive federal funding for infrastructure improvements.
According to a press release, U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith secured a $210,780 grant for the Mora Airport to begin the first phase of the Runway 17/35 improvement project.
“Mora Municipal Airport is an essential link for residents and businesses in Kanabec County and beyond,” Klobuchar said in the release. “This federal grant will make needed infrastructure updates to ensure the airport can continue serving travelers for years to come.”
The grant for Rush City's airport provides $1,729,897 to reconstruct 4,400 feet of Taxiway A pavement.
“I’m glad to see the Biden-Harris administration once again delivering for travelers in Minnesota and around the country,” Smith said in the press release. “Small and regional airports like the Rush City Regional Airport are vital parts of their communities and this funding will go directly towards repaving the runway so it is safe and functional for travelers.”
The funding comes from the Airport Improvement Program.
