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CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE

12.610: Joint Land Use Studies

Objectives: To enable the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps to participate in the development and implementation of "Joint Land Use Studies." The studies will be used to identify land use measures needed to ensure that further public and private development around a military installation is compatible with both the mission of the military installation and the plans of the jurisdiction(s) responsible for the land surrounding the installation. The grantee(s) or participating government(s) are expected to adopt and implement the study recommendations.

PROGRAM AND AWARD FINANCIAL AND INFORMATION CONTACTS

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFO.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS INFORMATION CONTACTS

RELATED PROGRAMS ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS

12.610 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: An applicant may be eligible for DoD funding for Joint Land Use Studies if the Secretary of Defense determines that encroachment of the civilian community on a military installation is likely to impair the continued operation utility of the military installation. Planning activities considered eligible for study are: (a) The impacts of community development on the installation; and, (b) the impacts of planned changes in the activities of the installation on the surrounding community(ies). Joint Land Use Studies will be initiated by DoD and accomplished by the grantee in cooperation with the appropriate Military Department. Information such as installation master plans, noise contours and accident potential zones, which may be necessary for the development of the Joint Land Use Study, normally will be available from the Military Department.

Beneficiary Eligibility: State and local governments, regional organizations composed of State and local governments, or Federally Recognized Indian Tribes.

Credentials/Documentation: Documentation that the affected government(s) will cooperate and participate in the development and implementation of the Joint Land Use Study. "Resolutions" or similar documentation are acceptable. Also required is evidence that the proposed planning process and implementation of study recommendations will prevent further encroachment on the military installation.

12.610 APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:

Preapplication Coordination: This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.

Application Procedure: The standard application forms required by 32 CFR Part 33 must be used for this program. Applications and supporting documentation should be submitted to the Director, Office of Economic Adjustment, ODASD (Installation), 400 Army Navy Drive, Suite 200, Arlington, VA 22202-2884.

Award Procedure: Applications are approved by the Director, Office of Economic Adjustment.

Deadlines: None.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: 90 days.

Appeals: None.

Renewals: None.

Criteria for Selecting Proposals: Seriousness of the problem, immediacy of need, benefits to DoD and the participating government(s), matching contribution and reasonableness of proposed level of funding considering proposed work program.

Examples of Funded Projects: Joint Land Use Studies were developed for Camp Bullis, Altus Air Force Base, Ellsworth Air Force Base and Fort Campbell.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: $50,000 to $100,000.

12.610 RELATED PROGRAMS:

None.

12.610 PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

In fiscal 1999, three communities developed Joint Land Use Studies.

12.610 FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFO:

Federal Agency: OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE, OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY (ECONOMIC SECURITY), DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Type of Assistance: Project Grants.

Obligations: (Grants) FY 99 $272,800; FY 00 est $126,000; and FY 01 est $300,000.

Budget Account Number: 97-0100-1-7-051.

Authorization: Defense Authorization Act, 10 U.S.C. 2391.

Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature: OMB Circular Nos. A-87, and A-128 and 32 CFR Part 25, 28, and 33. "Joint Land Use Studies, Program Guidance Manual," no charge.

12.610 INFO CONTACTS:

Regional or Local Office: Office of Economic Adjustment, OASD Western Regional Office, OASDC (ES), 1325 J Street, Suite 1500, Sacramento, CA 95814. Phone: (916) 557-7365.

Headquarters Office: Director, Office of Economic Adjustment, ODASD (Installations), 400 Army Navy Drive, Suite 200, Arlington, VA 22202-2884. Phone: (703) 604-5948. FTS is not available.

(See Appendix IV for more contact info.)

12.610 ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula. A minimum of 50 percent of nonfederal match is expected.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: One to two years. Funds are disbursed quarterly or as required. Funds should be expended during the grant period.

Uses and Use Restrictions: DoD funding may be used to develop Joint Land Use Studies to recommend measures that need to be taken to prevent public or private development that could impair the military operations of an installation. Implementation is the responsibility of the participating government(s). Funding is provided for the development of the studies, usually through the services of a contractor. Implementation costs are not eligible for DoD funding.

12.610 POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Reports: Quarterly financial and progress reports are required.

Audits: This program is subject to the requirements of OMB Circular No. A-133.

Records: In accordance with 32 CFR 33.