Dear Friends,

This week, I announced $2,703,707 in federal funds to the Laredo International Airport along with Mayor Pro Tempore Juan Narvaez, District V Council Member Roque Vela, Jr., City Manager Carlos Villarreal, and International Airport Manager Jose Flores.  

These funds were awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration to construct perimeter security fencing, acquire safety equipment, and improve the terminal building. 
  
Security is an essential facet to maintain effective and progressive airport operations.  With this grant, multi-year funding will be used towards the replacement of existing chillers, upgrades to the airport's baggage handling system, and wildlife perimeter fencing to prevent any inadvertent entry or wildlife hazards. 

Sincerely,

                        Congressman Henry Cuellar