North Little Rock Airport Commission 3-19-2026 Part 2

The North Little Rock Airport Commission held a meeting on March 19, 2026, focusing primarily on updates and procurement activities related to airport infrastructure projects. Key procurement discussions included the Texaco 80 lighting rehabilitation project, for which a bid was received from Rick Company at $576,466, under the engineer's estimate of $686,100, with a total project budget not to exceed $715,000. The commission also reviewed plans for the ORK East Ramp expansion phase two and the ORK terminal apron reconstruction, both proposed to be funded through FAA grants with local and state shares. Additionally, the commission discussed a shortfall exceeding 10% on an unspecified project and plans for Garver to investigate additional funding opportunities. No motions were made to approve new contracts during this meeting, but several work orders and project plans were noted for future action. The commission also approved updated rules and regulations to be released for a 60-day public comment period.