AIRPORT ENTRYWAY IMPROVEMENTS (ENTRY ROAD) - FINAL ACCEPTANCE
The FY 2024/25 Airport Entryway Improvements program included the full reconstruction of Airport Drive, the primary access road to the James Herman Banning Ames Municipal Airport. The project was bid as a base bid (the entry segment from Airport Road and the east side of the loop) and a bid alternate (the west side of the loop).
On April 22, 2025, City Council awarded both the base bid and bid alternate to TK Concrete, Inc. of Pella, Iowa, in the amount of $554,055. One balancing change order was processed to reflect final as-built quantities, resulting in a net decrease of $3,730.80. The final construction contract amount is $550,324.20.
In addition to the contract work, City staff installed security lighting and a security camera at the airport entrance, funded by the Airport Improvements Fund at a cost of $21,824.41.
FUNDING SUMMARY:
| Revenue Source | Amount | Expense Category | Amount |
| FY 2024/25 G.O. Bonds | $680,000.00 | Design | $72,700.00 |
| Admin/Inspections | $21,183.10 | ||
| Construction (Base Bid and Bid Alternate) | $550,324.20 | ||
| Total G.O. Bond Expenses | $644,207.30 | ||
| Airport Improvements Fund | $120,000.00 | Security Lighting and Camera (City Installed) | $21,824.41 |
| Total Revenues | $800,000.00 | Total Expenses | $666,031.71 |
The remaining G.O. Bond balance of $35,792.70 will be available for other capital improvement projects. The unused Airport Improvements Fund balance of $98,175.59 will be returned to the Airport Improvements Fund.
- Accept the 2024/25 Airport Entryway Improvements (Entry Road) project as completed by TK Concrete, Inc., of Pella, IA, in the amount of $550,324.20.
- Direct staff to make changes to the project.
The Airport Entryway Project has been completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and has significantly improved the condition, appearance, and functionality of the roadway leading to the airport Terminal Building. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council adopt Alternative No. 1, as noted above.