Overview

The Gary/Chicago International Airport (GCIA) has a great opportunity for economic development of the airport and the Region, which is the renovation of the passenger terminal building to accommodate scheduled air service. The current terminal building was recently used for UPS operations and was no longer capable of hosting an airline in its current configuration. GCIA has been in negotiations with an Airline (Airline “X”) to offer twice-weekly scheduled service to Orlando International Airport. For Airline “X” to commence operations they require a suitable terminal building with renovations to allow for TSA to operate and to provide an improved passenger experience. Airline “X” will have a substantial investment into this endeavor, which in turn will provide a significant economic boost to Gary and the surrounding area. Passenger terminal functions to be renovated or newly constructed include ticketing area, airline ticket offices, outbound baggage screening and makeup area, security screening checkpoint, TSA support spaces, and gate counters including the associated building support systems for electrical, security, and technology. Specifically, for READI grant funding, the deficient and energy inefficient curtain wall will be replaced. The project is funded with local match funding from the GCIA and private match funds from the incoming Airline. It will be contracted, managed, and owned by the GCIA. The project will start May 1, 2024 with completion by April 30, 25