CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 1 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Information Brief 12 April 2005 CPT Scott M. Winter

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 2 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Purpose To provide an overview of the Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) and provide the case study at Fort Bliss.

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 3 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Outline Background FRMAP “Process” FRMAP Model Fort Bliss Case Study Environmental Working Group topics of discussion (Facts & Assumptions, Topics of Discussion, Conclusions) Lessons Learned / The Way Ahead

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 4 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Background What is the FRMAP? A collective approach to range planning which strives to integrate expertise to arrive at optimal solutions for an Installation Range Complex Master Plan Targets garrison staff and HQDA planners with subject matter expertise in range operations, range modernization, ITAM, environmental management and facilities management The goal is to maximize the capability, availability, and accessibility of an installations ranges and training lands by minimizing external factors that restrict warfighters from training in realistic and sustainable conditions

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 5 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Background Received the mission from DAMO-TRS (Dec ’03) Briefed the Feb ’04 PMR on the concept Prepare to execute a pilot FRMAP at Fort Bliss UA positioning announcement (Fort Bliss is gaining one UA) Conducted two (2) reconnaissance missions (Aug & Oct) Executed the FRMAP at Fort Bliss (Oct ’04)

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 6 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) FRMAP “Process” Three phased approach: Phase I – Develop, Plan, and Coordinate Phase II – Execute FRMAP Phase III – Prepare for Follow-on FRMAP’s

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 7 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) FRMAP “Process” Phase I – Develop, Plan, and Coordinate: Build a core team Develop a conceptual process model Define the mission Coordinate and build a FRMAP+ team Collect information RDP, EIS, INRMP, ICRMP, GIS layers, etc. Coordinate with installation Core team training and validation Team Ldr Facilities ITAM Environment Range Logistics GIS

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 8 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) FRMAP “Process” Phase II – Execute FRMAP: Conduct reconnaissance Issue a warning order Synchronization matrix development FRMAP+ team coordination meeting FRMAP+ team and installation staff coordination Plenary session and work groups breakout Final Outbrief to the Garrison Commander Alumni visit (tentative May ’05)

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 9 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) FRMAP “Process” Phase III – Follow-on FRMAP Mission: Increased contract support Decreased government participation BRAC and IGPBS decisions made Next possible locations (Benning and Carson)

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 10 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) FRMAP Model Goals and Objectives of the process: Assist the installation in defining their Range Development Plan (RDP) as it changes with new mission requirements Build logical courses of action for an Installation Range Complex Master Plan (RCMP) Leverage existing tools and resources Facilitate staff integration and coordination

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 11 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) FRMAP Model Receipt of Mission Mission Analysis Develop COAs Analyze COAs Approve COA Develop RCMP Unconstrained & by Function Constrained & Combined

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 12 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Fort Bliss Case Study

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 13 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) White Sands Missile Range Ft. Bliss Ranges Cantonment Area Biggs AAF Facilities Environment Range ITAM The Facilities Picture

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 14 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Facilities Environment Range ITAM The Environmental Picture Otera Mesa NR Restricted Areas- Unique Escarpment Vegetation /Aplomado Falcon CR Red Zones High density of Cultural sites No maneuver Cultural Green Zones Need limited surveys OK to maneuver

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 15 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) The Range Picture Facilities Environment Range ITAM

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 16 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) The ITAM Picture Facilities Environment Range ITAM

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 17 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) The ITAM Picture Facilities Environment Range ITAM

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 18 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) The Collective Picture Facilities Environment Range ITAM

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 19 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Environmental Working Group topics of discussion (Facts and Assumptions) Less than 2% of Ft. Bliss training area is impacted by Environmental Issues 17,000 known archaeological sites McGregor Range land withdrawal agreement with BLM T&E species include the Sneed Pincushion Cactus and the Aplomado Falcon Vegetation threshold for dust and sedimentation estimated to be at 15% vegetation cover Water supply problems to facilities not an issue at Ft. Bliss

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 20 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Environmental Working Group topics of discussion (Topics of Discussion) Directorate of the Environment (DOE) involvement is critical during range planning processes Otera Mesa soils and vegetation not amenable to mounted off-road maneuvers EIS authority should be started as early as possible and go to the lowest level necessary (IMA/MACOM level) Programmatic meetings between state regulators, the advisory council and Bliss cultural representatives is imperative to determining thresholds for cultural site mitigation. (paleo-indian and pueblo sites)

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 21 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Environmental Working Group topics of discussion (Topics of Discussion) Heavy maneuver can take place in designated Green Cultural areas Cost to survey cultural sites is roughly 35$ per acre Maneuver boxes 4 and 7 will require cultural surveys. Maneuver boxes 5 and 6 are not required to support a heavy BCT. Should be made accessible for dismounted training Additional investigation should be done to look at conducting ADA training (on trail) and dismounted training on Otera Mesa

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 22 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Environmental Working Group topics of discussion (Topics of Discussion) Maneuver box 8, limited number of archaeological surveys have been done which will greatly increase costs to utilize it for heavy maneuver.

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 23 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Environmental Working Group topics of discussion (Conclusions) No environmental showstoppers for the Heavy UA Otera Mesa should be reserved for ADA (on trail) and dismounted training To complete NEPA documentation, a supplemental EIS to the Mission EIS should be completed with tiering off for each range project Texas and New Mexico State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO), the advisory council and Ft. Bliss cultural staff need to coordinate a programmatic agreement for cultural resource surveys, evaluation and mitigation

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 24 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Lessons Learned Integrated and shared information is critical to mission success Ensure everyone understands and shares the vision Spend more time during the recon to develop and assist the installation RDP Use all Army tools and models (ARRM, ATTACC, RMTK) The power of GIS – a picture tells a thousand words Programmatic approach to cultural sites Follow the environmental funding

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 25 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) The Way Ahead DAMO-TRS is planning to use the SRP Contract to provide support pending FRMAPs Fort Benning and Fort Carson are being considered for the next FRMAP USAEC continues to refine and document the FRMAP

CPT Scott M. Winter / SFIM-AEC-TSS / / DSN / 26 of MAR2005 Future Range Mission Analysis Process (FRMAP) Questions ??? Contact information: CPT Scott M. Winter Range Sustainment Branch U.S. Army Environmental Center 5179 Hoadley Road APG, MD (410)