Airport Advisory Committee Meeting, 03/25/2026

The City of Laredo Airport Advisory Committee met on March 25, 2026, to discuss various operational and development issues related to the Rio International Airport. Key procurement and capital improvement topics included updates on the terminal rehabilitation project, with the contractor's second phase pricing under review and plans to install a generator and PA system. The committee also discussed an airfield project involving runway extension and displaced threshold adjustments, primarily funded by the FAA. Leasing activities were reviewed, highlighting new leases for city departments and potential aeronautical development bids, including a 3-acre site awarded to SKG. The committee addressed challenges with vacant properties, demolition projects, and efforts to improve leasing competitiveness, including potential ordinance updates to facilitate realtor commissions. Additionally, the committee considered parking and infrastructure needs related to nearby city developments, emphasizing the airport's self-sufficiency and budget independence from the general fund. No formal votes on contracts or budget allocations were recorded during this meeting, but several action items were noted for future follow-up, including master plan public meetings and marketing strategies for vacant properties.