The Catskill Chronicle

MONTICELLO, NY – Chairman of the Sullivan County Legislature Scott Samuelson and Chair of the Public Works Committee, Kathleen LaBuda announced that with the assisted efforts from Senator Gillibrand and Senator Schumer, the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) $370,080 has been awarded to the Sullivan County International Airport to acquire snow removal equipment.

“The current equipment at the Sullivan County International Airport has reached its useful life, the funding being provided will keep the airport safe, efficient and serviceable during our winter months,” said LaBuda.

The FAA grant funding will be used to purchase a wheel loader, blower, snow plow, broom and bucket attachments.

"As Sullivan County International Airport is a vital asset for the local community and all of Sullivan County, we are very grateful to Senator Gillibrand and Senator Schumer for their efforts in obtaining this funding for equipment that will enhance safety and operations at our airport. This facility is an economic development component that we are lucky to have and all efforts to maintain and preserve the operations and infrastructure only help in our endeavors to bring business and tourists to Sullivan County” said Chairman Samuelson.

“This funding will ensure that Sullivan County Airport will remain safely open during those unexpected winter storms,” said Senator Schumer. “I applaud the DOT for helping Sullivan County Airport continue to serve residents, businesses and all visitors, no matter the season.”

“This is an important investment for Sullivan County Airport and the local economy,” Senator Gillibrand said. “Updating the airport’s snow removal equipment will help keep flights on time even under the harshest winter conditions, improve safety, and help keep travelers and businesses on the move.”