A
remodeling project is in progress on the Barnstormer
Restaurant and Lounge in the passenger terminal at
Hector International Airport. The project will be
completed in three phases as to allow the restaurant and
lounge to remain open for the public.
The
first phase impacts the former entrance to the
restaurant. The area has been closed off and a new
entrance was opened on the opposite side of the snack
bar location. The area that has been closed off
will be the new location for the deli counter and
seating area. The second phase will be the removal
of the current snack bar and the area will be opened up
to more self-serve seating. The last phase will be
to remodel the current full-service area and update with
new tables, chairs, and decor. The lounge area and
the kitchen will also be remodeled as part of this
project.
The
project was bid and awarded to Minko Construction, Inc.
for the amount of $300,014. The total budget for
the project is estimated at $430,000 of which the
remaining amount will be for furniture and equipment.
It is estimated that the project will be completed by
early summer. The project is being completed as to
minimize the impact to passengers. Foss Associates
is the architect for this project.