Community Economic Adjustment Assistance for Establishment or Expansion of a Military Installation

 

Assist States and local governments to: plan and carry out local adjustments in local public services and facilities, workforce training programs, and other community economic development activities in response to the proposed or actual expansion, establishment, or growth of a military installation by the Department of Defense (DoD).

Active 12.618 Office of Economic Adjustment, Department of Defense B - Project Grants Fiscal Year 2019 The Department of Defense Office of Economic Adjustment Growth Management investments in the Territory of Guam have resulted in a more unified support of the Indo-Pacific build-up and undertook investments to enhance the cargo through-put of the port facilities to sustain the enlarged mission footprint across the Territory of Guam; expand landfill capacity to support build-up related construction waste, and better interpret and communicate to its population. This also gave rise to the broader Economic Adjustment Committee-staffed effort resulting in a $186M program of outside-the-fence investments in infrastructure that was directly responsible for the Governor signing the Programmatic Agreement for live fire activity, allowing the overall basing effort to progress. Investments in the Northern Mariana Islands resolved a five-year impasse on the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Joint Military Training Environmental Impact Statement and the signing of a lease with the Commonwealth Port Authority enabling the Air Force Divert and Exercises Initiative to proceed with military construction.
Fiscal Year 2020 Example Project 1: Grant awards funded growth management planning by communities for investments to public services (schools, public health, workforce training, child care, etc.) and infrastructure (utilities, housing, transportation linkages, etc.) necessary to support the Air Force’s strategic basing of two F-35A squadrons and the accompanying 2,765 military personnel and dependents. Example Project 2: Planning investments at one installation identified the need for 532 new housing units to support the planned mission growth. By mid-2021, the community had satisfied 316 new units and was continuing to address the balance. Investments that support the consolidation of cyber capabilities have commenced but are expected to support the growth of over 4,300 personnel by Fiscal Year 2023. This effort invests in cyber defense, resilience, and the continued integration of cyber capabilities into the full spectrum of military operations.
Fiscal Year 2021 OLDCC has awarded 5 grants valued at $4.6M under Assistance Listing 12.618 for FY21.
Fiscal Year 2022 OLDCC awarded 4 grants focusing on a range of issues critical to local adjustment to expansion, establishment, or growth of a military installation, totaling over $4.6M in local assistance.
Fiscal Year 2023 OLDCC anticipates awarding 10 grants focusing on a range of issues critical to local adjustment to expansion, establishment, or growth of a military installation valued at an estimated $12M in local assistance. Title 10 of U.S. Code (USC) Section 2391(b)(1)-(2)., 10 U.S.C. 2391(b)(1)-(2). Applicants for this assistance are to contact the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation and a Project Manager will be assigned to work with the applicant to determine eligibility for assistance under this program. U.S. States and Territories, counties, municipalities, other political subdivisions of a State, special purpose units of a State or local government, and tribal nations are eligible for this assistance if: 1) community impact assistance is not otherwise available; 2) the expansion, establishment, or growth involves the assignment to the installation of (i) more than 2,000 military, civilian, and contractor Department of Defense personnel, or (ii) more military, civilian, and contractor DoD personnel than the number equal to ten percent of the number of persons employed in counties or municipalities within fifteen miles of the installation, whichever is lesser; and, 3) The Secretary, through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation, determines the action is likely to have a direct and significant adverse consequence on the affected community. Where multiple jurisdictions may be affected, one program of assistance will be available and the affected jurisdictions will need to combine their efforts into one responsive program. States, Territories and communities, including workers, businesses and other community interests that are affected by Department of Defense installation establishment or expansion actions. Applicants must document: (1) an expansion, establishment, or growth of a military installation has occurred or will occur; and (2) any known or anticipated local impacts from the action on the beneficiary. The assigned Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation Project Manager will work with the Applicant to identify other necessary information. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program. Preapplication coordination is required. 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. The applicant may be notified of funding availability in person, through letter, electronic mail, or a Federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FFO). The applicant will be advised on how to apply for the funding through this notification. The Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation will work closely with the affected State and/or community to craft a responsive program of technical assistance and, where eligible and necessary, issue project grants. Environmental impact information is not required for this program. 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. 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. An application (SF 424, budget, program or project narrative and assurances) must be submitted that outlines the proposed project and expenditure of funds. Applicants will be invited to submit their applications and supporting documentation electronically to the Director, Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation, Department of Defense. In instances where, for whatever reason, an electronic application cannot be submitted, provisions may be made to accept a paper application addressed to: Director, Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation, Department of Defense, 2231 Crystal Drive, Suite 520, Arlington, VA 22202-3711. Applications are reviewed by Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation staff. The Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation may consult with other Federal agencies as necessary in consideration of an application. Any issues or concerns noted in the application may be negotiated with the applicant prior to the application being accepted as final by the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation. Awards by the Director, Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation, will be made on the basis of an approved final application. Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines From 1 to 15 days. Contact the headquarters or regional office, as appropriate, for application deadlines. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time (095): To the extent practicable, the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation will inform an applicant of approval within seven business days of the receipt of a final, completed application for planning assistance. The Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation will promptly inform an applicant of the rejection of any application once its due diligence has been completed. Not applicable. Not applicable. Applicants must document: (1) an expansion, establishment, or growth of a military installation has occurred or will occur; and (2) any known or anticipated local impacts from the action on the beneficiary. Awards are based on eligibility and availability of funds. Plan and carry out local economic adjustment programs, including, but not limited to: economic impact analyses; business/financial plans; infrastructure assessments and feasibility studies; organizational staffing, operating, and administrative expenses; economic development capacity-building; architecture and engineering activities; land use plans; public outreach; and other activities necessary for a community to capably respond to a wide range of impacts from the Defense growth on local schools, housing and central business districts, health care systems, public infrastructure, etc. Assistance may not be used to negate or contravene DoD activities in carrying out an expansion, establishment, realignment, closure, or disposal of a military installation. Performance Reports: Performance monitoring may be required. The frequency of the monitoring reports will be identified in the "Terms and Conditions" of the award. Program, cash, progress, and expenditure reports are required. Performance monitoring may be required. The frequency of the reports and performance monitoring will be identified in the "Terms and Conditions" of the award. Grant records shall be retained for a period of 3 years from the day the recipient submits its final expenditure report. If any litigation, claim, negotiation, audit, or other action involving the records has been started before the expiration of the 3-year period, the records must be retained until completion of the action and resolution of all issues which arise from it, or until the end of the regular 3-year period, whichever is later. Grant records include financial and program/progress reports, support documents, statistical records, and other documents that support the activity and/or expenditure of the recipient or sub-recipient under the award. Statutory formula is not applicable to this assistance listing.

Matching is voluntary. 10%. The match is typically 10% of the total project cost; however, for the Territory of Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Island, their match requirement is waived since they are Insular Areas.

MOE requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing. Length of assistance may extend across more than one period and will be determined on the basis of project need and requirements. Project periods should not exceed one year; however, the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation will consider longer project periods if justified. Funds are disbursed as required. Department of Defense, Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation, Western Regional Office Director, 1325 J Street, Suite 1500, Sacramento, CA 95814, Phone: (916) 557-7365 Karen E. Bass-McFadden
2231 Crystal Drive, Suite 520
Arlington, VA 22202-3711 US
karen.e.bass-mcfadden.civ@mail.mil
Phone: (703) 697-2130 https://oldcc.gov/grant-management-administration 97-0100-0-7-051 (Project Grants) FY 22$4,617,172.00; FY 23 est $12,000,000.00; FY 24 est $2,250,000.00; FY 21$4,562,049.00; FY 20$3,104,213.00; FY 19$3,293,287.00; - The range of assistance is projected to be from $300,000 to $1 million. The Recipient, and any sub-recipient or consultant/contractor, operating under the terms of a grant or cooperative agreement shall comply with all Federal, State, and local laws including the following, where applicable: Part 1103 of title 2, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Interim Grants and Cooperative Agreements Implementation of Guidance in 2 CFR 200, "Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards;" Part 28 of title 32, CFR, "New Restrictions on Lobbying;" Part 1125 of title 2, CFR, "Department of Defense Non-procurement Debarment and Suspension," Subpart B, "Requirements for Recipients Other Than Individuals," of Part 26 of title 32, CFR, "Government-wide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace (Financial Assistance);" and Part 25 of title 2, CFR, "Universal Identifier and Central Contractor Registration." Fiscal Year 2018 OEA grants assist State and local governments with planning for economic adjustment and identifying development requirements resulting from growth of a military installation. For example, a borough requested an OEA grant to develop a Regional Growth Management Plan (Plan) (GMP) to better serve an Air Force Base which is planned to grow with the bed down of two F-35A squadrons assigned to the installation (48 primary and 6 backup aircraft totaling $4.59B). The F-35s will bring with them an additional 2,765 military and civilian personnel (DoD, family members, and contractors) by Fiscal Year 2020. The Plan help will guide the investment and provision of necessary off-base public services, facilities and infrastructure to support the expanded mission and growth at the Air Force Base. Additionally, as a result of new military operations and impacts to a Commonwealth, a Strategic Inter-Model Transportation Study is required to update and integrate Master Plans for the Commonwealth's three airports and three ports to be able to support the new mission.
Fiscal Year 2019 The Department of Defense Office of Economic Adjustment provided Growth Management investments in the Territory of Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to organize stakeholders, provided logistics support, prepare growth management plans, assess financial impacts, and oversee projects that support the Indo-Pacific initiatives in the region. The objective of the effort is to ensure that community’s equities are considered and the community’s infrastructure and services are in place to support the Department of Defense mission readiness.
Fiscal Year 2020 Grants were awarded to assist communities in preparing Growth Management Plans to support personnel growth associated with F-35A bed downs and consolidation of cyber capabilities into a centralized command at Department of Defense installations. These planning efforts evaluated effects of personnel growth on community infrastructure and public services such as schools, housing, public health, transportation, utilities, workforce training, child care, etc.
Fiscal Year 2021 Financial support for permanent staff and consultant expertise allowed entities of state and local government to conduct studies and planning in support of establishing and expanding operational missions at critical military installations. Funded projects include studies and planning for the development of one new Marine Corps installation and the mission expansion of one Army installation. These projects enable military departments to add and reposition strategic assets to meet the increasing threat of hostile nations.
Fiscal Year 2022 $2.3M in OLDCC grant funding assisted the Douglas School District to respond to mission growth at Ellsworth Air Force Base in response to the future basing of the B-21, which is projected to increase the number of personnel, dependents, civilians, and contractors that would relocate to the area. Douglas School District is undertaking the planning and design of new public services and infrastructure to ensure that the Douglas School District can continue to properly support the education of all children as well as retain Airmen and their families assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base.
Fiscal Year 2023 OLDCC anticipates awarding 10 grants focusing on a range of issues critical to local adjustment to expansion, establishment, or growth of a military installation valued at an estimated $12M in local assistance.