A paving project for the Powell River Airport will officially start Monday.
At Thursday’s council meeting, city council approved awarding a contract to BA Blacktop Ltd., allowing them to repave the airport’s general aviation apron, taxiway-bravo and asphalt parking lot.
While crews work, general operations won’t be impacted, and flights will go on as normal.
City mayor Ron Woznow says having these upgrades would not only improve the airport’s look, but also its safety.
“It’ll make the airport more attractive for future investments and partnerships which generate economic benefits,” said Woznow.
The city adds the asphalt lot will be closed during the project, with drivers asked to park at the designated overflow gravel parking lot north of the airport.
Project runs May 12 to June 12.
