1. HOW STATES ARE RESPONDING?

2. ASSOCIATION OF DEFENSE COMMUNITIES 2 2 What are the Top Defense States Doing?  Broad engagement/involvement at local and state level by elected officials, business leaders, and key stakeholders  Funded organizations at the state and local level that can ensure focus and visibility  Dedicated staff focused on mission of supporting base  Visible and active at national level with DoD and Congress  Comprehensive and strategic mission that is both reactive and proactive  Encourage partnerships to promote installation efficiency and enhance missions

3. ASSOCIATION OF DEFENSE COMMUNITIES 3 3 Oklahoma Strategic Military Planning Commission  Organized  Funded  Priorities  Projects

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7. States Organization for Partnerships Connecticut

8. Organization Office of Military Affairs (OMA) – Office and Duties Established in Legislation (2007) – Appointed by the Governor as a Direct Report – Designated a State Department Head – Advocacy Role in all State Agencies – Administratively Supported by Department of Economic and Community Development – Military Defense Advisory Council (Chair) – Governor’s Veterans Cabinet

9. Resources Minimal Staff – No State Agency Duplication $40 Million Bond Authorization for OMA Projects Fulltime D.C. Based Consultant (Mercury® LLC) Coordination with Regional Civic Organizations – Council of Governments (Military Reps on the Council) – Chambers of Commerce Military Affairs Committees – Military Superintendants Liaison Committee – Connecticut Maritime Commission – Connecticut Cultural Coalition

10. Programs Priorities of Submarine Base New London The Four “E” Focus Energy Environment Encroachment Engagement

11. Programs Investments in Submarine Base New London – High Efficiency Boiler Replacement ($3M) – Navy Diver Support Facility (4.5M) – Submarine Bridge Trainer Facility ($3M) – Submarine Galley Trainer Facility (-$1M) – Two Encroachment Mitigation Land Purchases (-$1M) – Safety/Security Highway Improvement Project (-$1M) – *Encroachment Mitigation – Virtual Fence Project ($1M) – *Microgrid Design ($1M) – *Microgrid Construction (?)* Pending Approval

12. Programs Outcomes for Submarine Base New London – Over 12% of Archaic 2005 Infrastructure Removed – Over $200M Demolition and Construction Projects – 30% Energy Reduction since 2005 – Expect Base Removal from Super Fund in 2016 – Annual Economic Impact has Grown to $4.5B – More Demolition and Consolidation Projects in Various Stages of Planning and Execution – Subase was Selected Two Consecutive Years as the Top Performing Navy Base in its Region – In a Much Better Position for Next BRAC

13. Programs The National Coast Guard Museum – Only Military Service Without a National Museum – State Committed $20M for this $100M Project – 54,000 Square Foot Structure in New London, CT – Connects a Multimodal Transportation Hub Between Boston and New York City (Bus, Rail, Highway, Water) – A Regional Tourism Hub Accessible by Water Taxi – USCG Cutter EAGLE Homeported at the Museum Pier – OMA is Designated by the Governor to Coordinate all State Agency Project Activities

14. Programs The National Coast Guard Museum http://www.coastguardmuseum.org/

15. Keys to Success Executive and Legislative Support and Direct Engagement with OMA Active State and Community “On-Scene” Collaboration Focused Advocacy for Installations, Service Members and their Families Close Coordination with the Connecticut Congressional Delegation

16. States Organization for Partnerships Texas

17. Organization Why is the military important to Texas? 15 installations > 255,000 DoD uniformed and civilian employees $150 billion impact on the state’s economy

18. Organization Texas Military Preparedness Commission (TMPC) The TMPC is in the Office of the Governor and was established by the legislature in 2003 and is charged with the following core missions: Advise the governor and the legislature on defense and military issues and act as a liaison to relevant state agencies. Develop strategies to attract, locate and maintain Department of Defense missions to military installations located within the state along with defense related companies. Defend the state’s military installations from any future BRAC (Base Realignment and Closure) or other DoD actions.

19. Organization The TMPC is composed of: 13 public members, appointed by the governor that serve six year staggered terms Two ex-officio members are the chairs of the Texas House of Representatives and Senate committees that have primary jurisdiction of matters concerning defense and military affairs Texas Mayors of Military Communities

20. Programs MILITARY BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE TASK FORCE (Texas Military Value Task Force) By law the TMPC established a task force to seek advice to prepare for possible action by the DoD related to the realignment or closure of military installations in the state. The task force held public hearings with the 15 defense communities and military installations to identify strategies, policies, plans, projects, and other ways to improve base realignment scores. The task force also advised and made recommendations to the TMPC and the legislature.

21. Programs Texas Commander’s Council Established in 2011, the Texas Commander’s Council plays a vital role in facilitating intergovernmental dialogue between all branches of service and the State of Texas. This consortium affords 15 commanding officers from installations located in Texas the opportunity to communicate goals and challenges installations are facing and to develop innovative solutions aimed at improving the military climate in the state.

22. Resources Defense Economic Assistance Adjustment Grant DEAAG provides grants from $50,000 to $2 million for infrastructure projects in defense communities. Changed to be pro-active in 2013. DEAAG has awarded approximately $33 million in grants to defense-dependent communities.

23. Resources Texas Military Value Revolving Loan Fund Balance of approximately $214 out of $250 million approved by the voters in a constitutional amendment. Current appropriation of $123 million available to communities which have been impacted by BRAC 2005 or a project that adds military value to an installation. Next year full balance.

24. States Organization for Battle Florida

25. Organization Governor’s Base Commanders Meetings – Governor and State Agency Heads – Installations Commanders Florida Defense Alliance – Networking and Issue Development Florida Defense Grant Programs Florida Defense Support Task Force – Defense Budget Impacts Focused Advocacy Consultants – The Principi Group – The Spectrum Group

26. Resources State General Revenue – Defense Reinvestment Grants (DRG) – Defense Infrastructure Grants (DIG) Local Defense and Economic Development organizations – Local Defense Alliances – Local Chamber Military Advisory Committees – Local EDCs near major installations Defense TF Grants – (Military value enhancement) Local Use of OEA

27. Programs Defense Grants X 2 Advocacy Consultants Local Defense Community Organizations Networking Ground Up Legislative Initiatives Outreach – Economic Factbook bi-annually – Military Friendly Guide annually – Marketing materials.

28. Program Highlights State Executive and Legislative Leadership involvement. Strong State and Community Organizations relations with Installation Commanders. Washington DC advocacy expertise in support of Congressional Delegation.