The Bangor City Finance Committee meeting on July 21, 2025, focused on significant funding approvals for airport improvements and updates on departmental staffing changes.

The committee discussed two key resolutions related to Bangor International Airport. The first resolution accepted and appropriated funds totaling $31,605 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and $831 from the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) for the rehabilitation of precision approach path indicators. This funding is part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law program and aligns with the fiscal year 2026 budget.

The second resolution involved a substantial grant of $4,275,136 from the FAA and $112,503 from MDOT for the reconstruction of the last 10,058 feet of the airport runway. The local match of $112,503 was also previously budgeted and approved.

In addition to the funding discussions, the finance department provided updates on staffing changes. A new payroll and accounting specialist, Heather Boyce, began her role on June 30 and is reportedly adapting well. The department is also set to welcome a new purchasing coordinator on July 28, who brings considerable experience to the position.

The ongoing fiscal year 24 audit is nearing completion, with auditors currently working on compliance checks and beginning the audit for fiscal year 25. The finance department has recently relocated to City Hall and is in the process of organizing their new workspace.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the city's commitment to improving airport infrastructure while also addressing internal staffing needs and audit processes.