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Quesnel Airport Gets Dollars for Equipment

By 250 News

Wednesday, October 13, 2010 03:44 PM

Quesnel, B.C.–  The Quesnel Airport has received $157,750.00 in federal funding to replace it’s aging  wet/dry chemical spreader.
 
The machinery is used to maintain a safe, clear runway for all aircrafts.
 
 “Our airport is a vital piece of infrastructure" says Quesnel Mayor Mary Sjostrom, "Not only does it open up the region for aviation tourism, but it plays a pivotal role in forest fire suppression activities, health care emergencies and economic development initiatives”.
The Mayor adds “The addition of new capital equipment is a necessity and we appreciate the investment the federal government is making in our regional airport.”

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