Jeff Bingaman United States Senator from New Mexico

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today announced that the Santa Fe Municipal airport has been awarded a grant to make needed upgrades at the airport.

The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded Santa Fe Municipal a $776,000 grant for the reconstruction of the airport's east apron, which has outlived its useful life.

"Ensuring our state's municipal airports are in top shape is matter of safety and also ensures facilities can meet the needs of a community.  This funding will help Santa Fe make needed upgrades," Bingaman said.