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U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), a senior member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, announced he secured significant federal funding for two airports in San Luis Obispo County for infrastructure improvements. SLO County Airport will receive $2,725,597.00 to construct a new 315-foot Taxiway B3 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. Oceano Airport will receive $313,500.00 to reseal 2,325 feet of existing Runway 11/29 pavement to extend its useful life.

“SLO’s regional airports are critical for the Central Coast’s tourism sector, emergency response capabilities, pilot training, and other vital activities,” said Rep. Carbajal. “This federal funding will modernize key infrastructure at both SLO County and Oceano Airports and ensure they remain safe, efficient, and ready to serve our communities for years to come.”

“We are grateful for Congressman Carbajal’s continued support in helping us secure these critical infrastructure grants. These investments allow us to modernize facilities, extend the life of our runways and taxiways, and maintain safe, efficient operations for passengers and aviation partners. With these improvements, our airports can keep pace with community needs while supporting long-term economic growth and connectivity across the Central Coast,” said Courtney M. Johnson C.M., C.A.E. Director of Airports at San Luis Obispo County. 

This funding is from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, which provides federal grants for airport infrastructure projects such as runways, taxiways, signage, lighting, and markings.

Since its passage in 2021, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has delivered more than $1 billion in funding to projects up and down the Central Coast of California. As a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Carbajal played a key role in crafting and passing the landmark legislation in partnership with the Biden Administration.