Economic development staff told council an initial $110 million project list tied to the Caldwell Executive Airport could, in staff estimates, generate about $157 million of tax revenue over time and that a feasibility study is needed to refine assumptions and statutory eligibility.

City officials heard that aging, illegal wiring in west-end airport hangars has left roughly 108 owners exposed to required upgrades; staff recommended the city pay initial infrastructure (phase 1) and place that item on the August consent calendar while exploring funding options and stakeholder outreach.

The Caldwell Executive Airport secured a $2 million federal no‑match grant for engineering and design of an air‑traffic control tower; city staff recommended a national RFQ for design firms and warned the tower could trigger FAA safety‑area changes that might mandate early closure of Linden runway.

Scott Swanson, Caldwell’s director of aviation, told the council city airport work includes an $2 million FAA design grant for a future control tower, $39,186 in recent electrical upgrades, and timelines for hangar and restaurant phases at the Silver Hawk site.

City explores options for closing Linden while accommodating larger aircraft at the airport.

Caldwell officials explore airport upgrades and infrastructure challenges during city council meeting.

A workshop outlines Caldwell Airport strategic plan and seeks public feedback.

Caldwell Executive Airport plans $2.5M funding request for North side build-out and upgrades.

Caldwell Executive Airport employs 341 people and contributes $250,000 annually to local taxes.