Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack announced today that Davenport Municipal Airport will receive a total of $3,690,297 to reconstruct the runway.  These funds come from the U.S. Department of Transportation`s (DOT) grant program.

"This funding will allow the Davenport Municipal Airport to make important, necessary improvements and help build economic development opportunities in the community," said Loebsack.  "The new runway will improve safety, increase efficiency, and increase usage of the airport."

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