"The dated and bland terminal was dedicated exactly 30 years ago -- and many say that's about the best thing that can be said about it. $100 million-$150 million is the likely price tag When the terminal was built in 1995, only about 12% of Americans had mobile phones. Today, everyone travels with a smartphone, but at Westchester County Airport one has to hunt to find a spot to plug their device in."
""People really want our airport to be that gateway, and it really should match Westchester County," Jenkins said. So he's starting the process to modernize the place. Eleven firms will submit proposals to reimagine how the terminal looks and feels, including improving traffic flow, amenities - along with making it easier to charge your smartphone. "I'm expecting the final proposal is going to come in somewhere between $100 million and $150 million," Jenkins said."
Westchester County Airport's terminal, built in 1995 and dedicated 30 years ago, lacks modern amenities and charging infrastructure. The terminal has only one newsstand, one restaurant, and no retail beyond the TSA checkpoint, and passengers must hunt for charging outlets. County Executive Ken Jenkins launched a modernization process with eleven firms submitting renovation proposals aimed at improving traffic flow, amenities, and device charging. The projected renovation cost is $100–$150 million. Travelers will pay through facility fees, avoiding county tax increases. Travelers praise the airport's convenience but agree upgrades are overdue to match regional expectations.
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