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Who, What, When· Approximately $1.1 million for Sherman Municipal Airport was approved by the Texas Transportation Commission at its October meeting. · The funds will be used for planned airport improvements, which include:- Pavement improvements · A contract for the project is expected to be awarded this winter. · Ninety percent of the project costs will be funded through the Texas Department of Transportation’s Aviation Facilities Grant Program, which preserves and improves the state’s general aviation system. The remainder will be covered by the city of Sherman. Background· This year, TxDOT expects to provide approximately $60 million in funding for planning, constructing and maintaining community airports. · Approximately 275 community airports in Texas are eligible for funding. · Arrivals and departures from community airports account for more than three million flight hours per year and provide aircraft facilities for agricultural, medical, business and commuter use.