Regulacje i polityka gospodarcza · 02/12/1996

Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Massachusetts Military Reservation (MMR), Cape Code, Massachusetts; Proposed Expansion

The MAARNG is proposing the development of the following: rifle and machine gun ranges; battle course; urban training sites; unit training equipment site; aircraft control tower; fire station; aircraft generation facility; and an environmental building. The purpose of this action is to improve readiness, training, and safety in order to meet Army and Air National Guard training demands and comply with environmental requirements. This document addresses the environmental impacts of the ten proposed actions, reasonable alternatives and the impacts upon Guard readiness of taking no action. The proposed action and each alternative action consist of the following essential components: construction of modern rifle and machine gun ranges and infantry assault courses that better reflect realistic training conditions; expansion and update of maintenance and storage facility to accommodate upwards of 150 track and wheel vehicles that meet current occupational safety requirements; replacement of airfield facilities that increase safety and meet space and power requirements; and provide for more efficient administrative activities that serve safety, environmental and administrative demands. Th