Army mulls high-speed water transports
By Audrey McAvoy, The Associated Press
Mideast edition, Thursday, February 11, 2010
HONOLULU — The Army said Monday it’s considering purchasing up to a dozen high-speed vessels similar to the one used by the now-defunct Hawaii Superferry interisland ferry service.
Environmentalists opposed the Hawaii Superferry, alleging the high-speed ships used to operate the state’s first interisland car and passenger service would strike whales and spread invasive species. Activists say the Army’s version of the vessel raises the same issues.
“Some of the same concerns exist — obviously we’re talking about the same type of technology,” said Robert Harris, director of the Sierra Club’s Hawaii chapter. “So just as we were pushing the Superferry to look at those risks, I think we’d be looking to the military to look at them as well.”
In addition to Pearl Harbor, bases in Virginia, San Diego, Seattle-Tacoma, Wash., and Guam also are under consideration for the ships. The Army didn’t say how many vessels were being suggested for each location, only that it is proposing to have up to three ships at a spot and up to 12 overall.
The Army said it’s seeking public input for an environmental impact statement on its proposal.
The ships are designed to “support the rapid transport of military troops and equipment in the U.S. and abroad,” an Army statement said.
Not every proposed location will host the vessels, and other sites could still be considered, the Army said, adding it would decide after the environmental study.
The ships, built by Austal USA in Mobile, Ala., can reach speeds of up to 35 to 45 knots.
Both the Army and Superferry versions are diesel-fueled aluminum catamarans that use water jet propulsion instead of propellers.
The military’s version has a helicopter flight deck and machine gun stations. It’s also about 13 feet shorter and wider than its civilian counterpart.
Harris said there’s a risk the high-speed vessels could strike whales, noting the state is host to the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary where whales migrate to every winter to breed and calve.
“The concern when you’re traveling at that high a speed is that the whale or the boat is not going to have an opportunity to stop, move or get out of the way,” Harris said.
The ships may become a conduit for invasive species if they sneak aboard vehicles the vessels are transporting from island to island.
“Unless you have a vigorous system set up for inspecting the vehicles and monitoring them, you’ve created a new pathway for invasive species to spread,” Harris said.
Invasive species are among the biggest threats to the environment in Hawaii, where they compete for habitat with native, endangered species.
Hawaii is home to more than 300 endangered species — more than any other state.
The Hawaii Superferry began regularly scheduled high-speed interisland service in December 2007. But it stopped operating and declared bankruptcy in early 2009 after the state Supreme Court ruled an environmental impact statement needed to be conducted for it to operate.
The company had hoped to stay in business while the state completed the environmental study, but the court said the study had to be completed first.
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Social, economic impacts of Guam buildup are the 'biggest concerns'
Social, economic impacts of Guam buildup are the 'biggest concerns'
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
By Haidee V. Eugenio
Fitial considers islands 'homeport' for Army joint high-speed vessels
Guam Gov. Felix P. Camacho and CNMI Gov. Benigno R. Fitial cited socio-economic impacts as the “biggest” concerns about the massive military buildup in the region, including the lack of funding sources to cushion negative effects to the civilian community worth at least $3 billion in Guam alone and an expected decrease in tourist arrivals on Tinian as a result of increased military presence there.
Guam and the CNMI are racing against time to beat the Feb. 17 deadline for submitting comments on the military buildup's draft environmental impact statement.
The general concern so far is the socio-economic impacts to both Guam and the CNMI, followed by environmental concerns, Camacho and Fitial said.
“We need to be very careful and understand what we are getting into. We don't want to rush into something we don't understand,” Fitial said.
He said the CNMI is “lucky” that it is “learning from Guam's experience.”
'High speed vessels'
Fitial, at the same time, responded to a letter from Guam Sen. Judith Guthertz, who asked whether the CNMI government is interested in having Army joint high speed vessels stationed on Saipan.
“The CNMI will continue to work with and support the territory of Guam in regards to all of the upcoming military realignment in the Pacific region. I will gladly consider having the CNMI as the homeport for stationing and operations of the [joint high speed vessels],” Fitial told Guthertz.
The U.S. Army Environmental Command has opened the public comment period for the preparation of a programmatic environmental impact statement in 2010 for the proposed stationing and operation of up to 12 joint high-speed vessels.
These are strategic transport vessels designed to support the rapid transport of military troops and equipment in the U.S. and abroad.
A copy of the Army's notice of intent is available at www.aec.army.mil.
'Lack of funding sources'
Camacho, who was on Saipan for hours yesterday, said although billions of dollars in construction projects in Guam are promised, “there's no guarantee they will be there tomorrow.”
“There's no funding source to mitigate the impact to our territory,” he said, adding that past experiences resulted in huge debts incurred by Guam that it has come to a point where the island no longer has capability to borrow money.
Camacho said Guam needs a minimum of $3 billion to mitigate the social-impacts of the buildup, but he said no money has been set aside to address these impacts.
He said the buildup cost “should not be something borne by the people,” and that both Japan and the United States should consider the impacts to the host island, including in the area of public health, public safety, schools and housing.
Camacho said another major concern is the environmental impact, including massive dredging of corals at the Apra Harbor.
Guam hired consultants Matrix Design Group to help sift through some 11,000 pages of the draft military buildup EIS for easy understanding.
“No decisions have been made,” Camacho said, adding that comments on the draft EIS will help shape the final EIS to be released later this year.
Tom Linden, the coordinator for the CNMI Military Integration Management Committee, said all comments from mayors have been received and will be finalized this week for submission to the governor. The MIMC seeks to have a unified voice on the planned buildup.
He said there's been no mitigation measure offered so far to address the expected decrease in tourist arrivals to Tinian as a result of limited access to the northern end of the island because of military training.
Tinian Mayor Ramon Dela Cruz said Tinian has been “waiting” for the military buildup on Tinian for “30 years,” and hopes the U.S. military will have a permanent base on the island. He hopes an expected decrease in civilian tourist arrivals to the island will be mitigated by an increase in military personnel and their families' visit to Tinian for rest and recreation.
Dela Cruz also said the military should ensure an effective quarantine system to prevent brown tree snakes, rhinoceros beetles and other invasive species from entering Tinian.
Dela Cruz also informed Fitial and Camacho yesterday that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency told him that the federal agency will issue the Tinian municipality a citation this month because of a non-compliant landfill. He did not elaborate when asked for more information about EPA's citation.
Camacho formally asked U.S. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus to delay the implementation of the military buildup in Guam beyond 2014 “to protect the integrity of the III Marine Expeditionary Force and ensure that impacts are minimized to our island infrastructure and socioeconomic services.”
As of yesterday, Guam has yet to receive a response to this request from the U.S. Navy.
But Camacho, in an interview with Saipan Tribune, said he will bring up the issue in the upcoming National Governors Association meeting in Washington, D.C.
'Move them to Tinian'
Guthertz also urged federal officials to stretch the timeline for the military buildup to alleviate the adverse impacts expected with the population boom.
Guthertz, who chairs the Committee on the Guam Military Buildup and Homeland Security, recommended that the planned relocation of the 8,000 Marines to Guam be reduced by about 4,000.
She said the First Marine Aircraft Wing aviation command can be shifted to Tinian and the uninhabited island of Agrigan in the CNMI.
This, she said, would allow for the relocation of about half of the 8,652 infantry Marines intended to be transferred to Guam to be sent to the vacated Futenma facilities instead.
Because Guam cannot accommodate all training for the relocating Marines, the military also looks at Tinian to provide opportunities for training groups of 200 Marines or larger due to greater land availability.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
By Haidee V. Eugenio
Fitial considers islands 'homeport' for Army joint high-speed vessels
Guam Gov. Felix P. Camacho and CNMI Gov. Benigno R. Fitial cited socio-economic impacts as the “biggest” concerns about the massive military buildup in the region, including the lack of funding sources to cushion negative effects to the civilian community worth at least $3 billion in Guam alone and an expected decrease in tourist arrivals on Tinian as a result of increased military presence there.
Guam and the CNMI are racing against time to beat the Feb. 17 deadline for submitting comments on the military buildup's draft environmental impact statement.
The general concern so far is the socio-economic impacts to both Guam and the CNMI, followed by environmental concerns, Camacho and Fitial said.
“We need to be very careful and understand what we are getting into. We don't want to rush into something we don't understand,” Fitial said.
He said the CNMI is “lucky” that it is “learning from Guam's experience.”
'High speed vessels'
Fitial, at the same time, responded to a letter from Guam Sen. Judith Guthertz, who asked whether the CNMI government is interested in having Army joint high speed vessels stationed on Saipan.
“The CNMI will continue to work with and support the territory of Guam in regards to all of the upcoming military realignment in the Pacific region. I will gladly consider having the CNMI as the homeport for stationing and operations of the [joint high speed vessels],” Fitial told Guthertz.
The U.S. Army Environmental Command has opened the public comment period for the preparation of a programmatic environmental impact statement in 2010 for the proposed stationing and operation of up to 12 joint high-speed vessels.
These are strategic transport vessels designed to support the rapid transport of military troops and equipment in the U.S. and abroad.
A copy of the Army's notice of intent is available at www.aec.army.mil.
'Lack of funding sources'
Camacho, who was on Saipan for hours yesterday, said although billions of dollars in construction projects in Guam are promised, “there's no guarantee they will be there tomorrow.”
“There's no funding source to mitigate the impact to our territory,” he said, adding that past experiences resulted in huge debts incurred by Guam that it has come to a point where the island no longer has capability to borrow money.
Camacho said Guam needs a minimum of $3 billion to mitigate the social-impacts of the buildup, but he said no money has been set aside to address these impacts.
He said the buildup cost “should not be something borne by the people,” and that both Japan and the United States should consider the impacts to the host island, including in the area of public health, public safety, schools and housing.
Camacho said another major concern is the environmental impact, including massive dredging of corals at the Apra Harbor.
Guam hired consultants Matrix Design Group to help sift through some 11,000 pages of the draft military buildup EIS for easy understanding.
“No decisions have been made,” Camacho said, adding that comments on the draft EIS will help shape the final EIS to be released later this year.
Tom Linden, the coordinator for the CNMI Military Integration Management Committee, said all comments from mayors have been received and will be finalized this week for submission to the governor. The MIMC seeks to have a unified voice on the planned buildup.
He said there's been no mitigation measure offered so far to address the expected decrease in tourist arrivals to Tinian as a result of limited access to the northern end of the island because of military training.
Tinian Mayor Ramon Dela Cruz said Tinian has been “waiting” for the military buildup on Tinian for “30 years,” and hopes the U.S. military will have a permanent base on the island. He hopes an expected decrease in civilian tourist arrivals to the island will be mitigated by an increase in military personnel and their families' visit to Tinian for rest and recreation.
Dela Cruz also said the military should ensure an effective quarantine system to prevent brown tree snakes, rhinoceros beetles and other invasive species from entering Tinian.
Dela Cruz also informed Fitial and Camacho yesterday that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency told him that the federal agency will issue the Tinian municipality a citation this month because of a non-compliant landfill. He did not elaborate when asked for more information about EPA's citation.
Camacho formally asked U.S. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus to delay the implementation of the military buildup in Guam beyond 2014 “to protect the integrity of the III Marine Expeditionary Force and ensure that impacts are minimized to our island infrastructure and socioeconomic services.”
As of yesterday, Guam has yet to receive a response to this request from the U.S. Navy.
But Camacho, in an interview with Saipan Tribune, said he will bring up the issue in the upcoming National Governors Association meeting in Washington, D.C.
'Move them to Tinian'
Guthertz also urged federal officials to stretch the timeline for the military buildup to alleviate the adverse impacts expected with the population boom.
Guthertz, who chairs the Committee on the Guam Military Buildup and Homeland Security, recommended that the planned relocation of the 8,000 Marines to Guam be reduced by about 4,000.
She said the First Marine Aircraft Wing aviation command can be shifted to Tinian and the uninhabited island of Agrigan in the CNMI.
This, she said, would allow for the relocation of about half of the 8,652 infantry Marines intended to be transferred to Guam to be sent to the vacated Futenma facilities instead.
Because Guam cannot accommodate all training for the relocating Marines, the military also looks at Tinian to provide opportunities for training groups of 200 Marines or larger due to greater land availability.
Combat Catamarans
Combat Catamarans
Wednesday, 10 February 2010 04:15
by Tiffany Sukola | Variety News Staff
Army bares high speed vessels plan for Guam
IF THE U.S. Army’s plan to station three Joint High Speed Vessels in Apra Harbor pushes through, Guam residents may have to put up with five to six months of live-fire training each year.
Guam is one of the locations being considered to station up to three high-speed vessels, designed to support the rapid transport of military troops and equipment.
According to an Army news release, the vessels require fueling at sea training, helicopter aviation training and live-fire training.
While the release noted that the Army is looking for sites that could reasonably accommodate the JHSV’s requirement for live-fire training, it wasn’t specified if the training would take place on Guam or at an off-island location.
Home sites for the vessels would only be used to support the berthing and training requirements in and around the stationing location for 170 days per year because the watercrafts will spend an estimated 150 days or more on deployment.
The Army is eyeing Guam as a possible station for the vessels because of the island’s existing port and maintenance facilities.
The high-speed vessels come with a 31-member crew but can accommodate up to 350 additional soldiers. The vessel can reach speeds of 35-45 knots and has the capacity to carry approximately 700 short tons.
The vessels also come with weapons mount for crew-served weapons, a flight deck for helicopter operations and an off-load ramp that allows vehicles to drive off the ship quickly.
Last week, the Army announced that public comments identifying environmental issues and concerns regarding the presence and operation of the high speed vessels will be accepted until March 5.
While Army officials are already studying sites on Guam, U.S. Army Environmental Command Public Affairs Specialist Cathy Kropp said input from local residents and government agencies are still necessary.
Kropp also said that the Army is aware of the existing draft environmental impact statement that outlines the U.S. Navy’s plans for Apra Harbor.
The public comments being sought by the U.S. Army Environmental Command will be used to draft the programmatic environmental impact statement, which will study the potential impacts to air quality, airspace, cultural resources and marine life on various sites around the island if the vessels were stationed locally.
Wednesday, 10 February 2010 04:15
by Tiffany Sukola | Variety News Staff
Army bares high speed vessels plan for Guam
IF THE U.S. Army’s plan to station three Joint High Speed Vessels in Apra Harbor pushes through, Guam residents may have to put up with five to six months of live-fire training each year.
Guam is one of the locations being considered to station up to three high-speed vessels, designed to support the rapid transport of military troops and equipment.
According to an Army news release, the vessels require fueling at sea training, helicopter aviation training and live-fire training.
While the release noted that the Army is looking for sites that could reasonably accommodate the JHSV’s requirement for live-fire training, it wasn’t specified if the training would take place on Guam or at an off-island location.
Home sites for the vessels would only be used to support the berthing and training requirements in and around the stationing location for 170 days per year because the watercrafts will spend an estimated 150 days or more on deployment.
The Army is eyeing Guam as a possible station for the vessels because of the island’s existing port and maintenance facilities.
The high-speed vessels come with a 31-member crew but can accommodate up to 350 additional soldiers. The vessel can reach speeds of 35-45 knots and has the capacity to carry approximately 700 short tons.
The vessels also come with weapons mount for crew-served weapons, a flight deck for helicopter operations and an off-load ramp that allows vehicles to drive off the ship quickly.
Last week, the Army announced that public comments identifying environmental issues and concerns regarding the presence and operation of the high speed vessels will be accepted until March 5.
While Army officials are already studying sites on Guam, U.S. Army Environmental Command Public Affairs Specialist Cathy Kropp said input from local residents and government agencies are still necessary.
Kropp also said that the Army is aware of the existing draft environmental impact statement that outlines the U.S. Navy’s plans for Apra Harbor.
The public comments being sought by the U.S. Army Environmental Command will be used to draft the programmatic environmental impact statement, which will study the potential impacts to air quality, airspace, cultural resources and marine life on various sites around the island if the vessels were stationed locally.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Sen Judi Guthertz with Ray Gibson
Sen Judi Guthertz with Ray Gibson
Monday, 08 February 2010
Interview between Ray Gibson and Senator Judi Guthertz about Resolutions 160 and 275 which will be debated at the 30th Guam Legislature today. Senator Guthertz said the resolutions deal with the military buildup and federal relations issues. They then talked about the new proposed future changes to the military buildup with the advertisement by the Army for the placement of High Speed Vessels at Apra Harbor. They then talked about the issues beween GPD Chief Suba and Senator Adolpho Palacios.
If the player does not work click here to download the entire podcast.
http://www.pacificnewscenter.com/images/stories/k57podcasts/feb10/100208_081827.mp3
Written by : Bob Gaeth
Monday, 08 February 2010
Interview between Ray Gibson and Senator Judi Guthertz about Resolutions 160 and 275 which will be debated at the 30th Guam Legislature today. Senator Guthertz said the resolutions deal with the military buildup and federal relations issues. They then talked about the new proposed future changes to the military buildup with the advertisement by the Army for the placement of High Speed Vessels at Apra Harbor. They then talked about the issues beween GPD Chief Suba and Senator Adolpho Palacios.
If the player does not work click here to download the entire podcast.
http://www.pacificnewscenter.com/images/stories/k57podcasts/feb10/100208_081827.mp3
Written by : Bob Gaeth
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Army’s vessel-deployment plan puzzles senator
Army’s vessel-deployment plan puzzles senator
Monday, 08 February 2010 04:22
by Tiffany Sukola | Variety News Staff
The U.S. Army’s plan to station a fleet of joint high-speed vessels on Guam has left Senator Judi Guthertz second-guessing the transparency of military officials involved with military buildup efforts.
As chair of the military buildup committee, Guthertz said she is frustrated with the way military officials notified the public of its intent to station additional ships on Guam.
An advertisement was published yesterday asking island residents and government agencies to provide feedback so the Army could draft a programmatic environmental impact statement for the stationing of the vessels.
However, Guthertz said that little information was given regarding the timeline of implementation of the project, where these vessels will be housed and other vital information necessary for residents to determine whether it would help or hurt the island.
The advertisement said a copy of the Army’s notice of intent was posted on www.aec.army.mil, however Variety’s attempt to find the link failed.
According to the notice, residents have until March 5 to comment on the project.
“This is another case of the military telling the people of Guam- here’s what we want to do, what do you think,” said Guthertz adding that the comment period for this new project, like the length of the commenting period for the draft environmental impact statement, is too short.
Guthertz said that the military’s decision to ask residents to consider the environmental impacts of the stationing of up to twelve high-speed vessels on island while the upcoming military buildup is still a hugely debated topic is a case of bad timing.
Guthertz said that island residents, who are still trying to sift through the complicated DEIS, now have to worry about an additional project that could have a negative impact on the island’s community.
“Why was this not included in the draft environmental impact statement or buildup talks,” said Guthertz, adding that nowhere in the 11,000-page document does it mention the stationing of the vessels.
Guthertz said she is in the process of sending letters to military officials explaining her concerns.
“I want more information, more logistics about how this will affect the island,” said Guthertz.
Guthertz said that island residents are concerned about the lack of transparency on buildup efforts, something that needs to change.
Guthertz said that it isn’t fair for the military to ask the people of Guam what they think about buildup efforts if the entire picture isn’t presented. She added that she is worried more last-minute projects will be dumped on island resident’s laps in the coming months.
“How many more of these situations are going to occur,” asked Guthertz, adding that she, like most island residents, just want to know what’s in store for the island as the next few years unfold.
Monday, 08 February 2010 04:22
by Tiffany Sukola | Variety News Staff
The U.S. Army’s plan to station a fleet of joint high-speed vessels on Guam has left Senator Judi Guthertz second-guessing the transparency of military officials involved with military buildup efforts.
As chair of the military buildup committee, Guthertz said she is frustrated with the way military officials notified the public of its intent to station additional ships on Guam.
An advertisement was published yesterday asking island residents and government agencies to provide feedback so the Army could draft a programmatic environmental impact statement for the stationing of the vessels.
However, Guthertz said that little information was given regarding the timeline of implementation of the project, where these vessels will be housed and other vital information necessary for residents to determine whether it would help or hurt the island.
The advertisement said a copy of the Army’s notice of intent was posted on www.aec.army.mil, however Variety’s attempt to find the link failed.
According to the notice, residents have until March 5 to comment on the project.
“This is another case of the military telling the people of Guam- here’s what we want to do, what do you think,” said Guthertz adding that the comment period for this new project, like the length of the commenting period for the draft environmental impact statement, is too short.
Guthertz said that the military’s decision to ask residents to consider the environmental impacts of the stationing of up to twelve high-speed vessels on island while the upcoming military buildup is still a hugely debated topic is a case of bad timing.
Guthertz said that island residents, who are still trying to sift through the complicated DEIS, now have to worry about an additional project that could have a negative impact on the island’s community.
“Why was this not included in the draft environmental impact statement or buildup talks,” said Guthertz, adding that nowhere in the 11,000-page document does it mention the stationing of the vessels.
Guthertz said she is in the process of sending letters to military officials explaining her concerns.
“I want more information, more logistics about how this will affect the island,” said Guthertz.
Guthertz said that island residents are concerned about the lack of transparency on buildup efforts, something that needs to change.
Guthertz said that it isn’t fair for the military to ask the people of Guam what they think about buildup efforts if the entire picture isn’t presented. She added that she is worried more last-minute projects will be dumped on island resident’s laps in the coming months.
“How many more of these situations are going to occur,” asked Guthertz, adding that she, like most island residents, just want to know what’s in store for the island as the next few years unfold.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Army to station high-speed vessels to Guam
Army to station high-speed vessels to Guam
Thursday, 04 February 2010 02:50
by Tiffany Sukola | Variety News Staff
GUAM is one of the locations where the U.S. Army wants to station and operate 12 Joint High Speed Vessels.
Military officials are asking government agencies as well as island residents to provide feedback before drafting a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for the stationing of the vessels.
A joint project between the Army and Navy, the vessels are small, high-speed ships that can carry troops, vehicles and supplies among the world’s waterways. Each vessel can carry about 600 short tons and travel at an average speed of 35 knots.
The Army is considering stationing at least 12 of these vessels at various ports including Virginia, San Diego, Seattle-Tacoma, Pearl Harbor and Guam. Additional ports around the world are also being considered to hold the high-speed crafts.
Comments identifying environmental issues and concerns regarding the presence and operation of the high speed vessels will be accepted until March 5.
A published advertisement said the copy of the Army’s notice of intent was posted on www.aec.army.mil, but Variety’s attempt to find the link failed.
Thursday, 04 February 2010 02:50
by Tiffany Sukola | Variety News Staff
GUAM is one of the locations where the U.S. Army wants to station and operate 12 Joint High Speed Vessels.
Military officials are asking government agencies as well as island residents to provide feedback before drafting a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for the stationing of the vessels.
A joint project between the Army and Navy, the vessels are small, high-speed ships that can carry troops, vehicles and supplies among the world’s waterways. Each vessel can carry about 600 short tons and travel at an average speed of 35 knots.
The Army is considering stationing at least 12 of these vessels at various ports including Virginia, San Diego, Seattle-Tacoma, Pearl Harbor and Guam. Additional ports around the world are also being considered to hold the high-speed crafts.
Comments identifying environmental issues and concerns regarding the presence and operation of the high speed vessels will be accepted until March 5.
A published advertisement said the copy of the Army’s notice of intent was posted on www.aec.army.mil, but Variety’s attempt to find the link failed.
Guam could house Army vessels
Guam could house Army vessels
Posted: Feb 03, 2010 2:04 PM
Updated: Feb 03, 2010 3:47 PM
by Mindy Aguon
*U.S. Army Environmental Command
http://aec.army.mil/usaec/
Guam - Guam is one of several locations being considered for the stationing and operation of up to 12 Army joint high speed vessels. According to the U.S. Army Environmental Command, public comments are being accepted until next month in preparation of a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement.
The Army is requesting input from Guam Chamorro groups and other groups as well as federal and local agencies. The Army is also considering stationing the joint high speed vessels in the Virginia tidewater area, San Diego, California, Seattle-Tacoma Washington area and at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. The army is also considering several locations overseas.
According to the Army Environmental Command, the vessels are designed to support the rapid transport of soldiers and equipment in the United States and abroad. The deadline to provide input is March 5.
Comments should be sent to:
Public Affairs Office
U.S. Army Environmental Command
5179 Hoadley Road
Attn: IMAE-PA
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21010
Phone: (410) 436-2556
E-mail: APGR-USAECNEPA@conus.army.mil
Posted: Feb 03, 2010 2:04 PM
Updated: Feb 03, 2010 3:47 PM
by Mindy Aguon
*U.S. Army Environmental Command
http://aec.army.mil/usaec/
Guam - Guam is one of several locations being considered for the stationing and operation of up to 12 Army joint high speed vessels. According to the U.S. Army Environmental Command, public comments are being accepted until next month in preparation of a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement.
The Army is requesting input from Guam Chamorro groups and other groups as well as federal and local agencies. The Army is also considering stationing the joint high speed vessels in the Virginia tidewater area, San Diego, California, Seattle-Tacoma Washington area and at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. The army is also considering several locations overseas.
According to the Army Environmental Command, the vessels are designed to support the rapid transport of soldiers and equipment in the United States and abroad. The deadline to provide input is March 5.
Comments should be sent to:
Public Affairs Office
U.S. Army Environmental Command
5179 Hoadley Road
Attn: IMAE-PA
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21010
Phone: (410) 436-2556
E-mail: APGR-USAECNEPA@conus.army.mil
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