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Understanding the BRAC Process: Navigating Changes and Challenges in Military Reuse Strategies

The BRAC (Base Realignment and Closure) process is an evolving mechanism that requires adaptation and understanding from all stakeholders involved. This discussion emphasizes the importance of continued education for elected officials, military personnel, and the community. It highlights the necessity of being prepared for change, both good and bad, and recognizes the role of effective decision-making focused on long-term impacts over short-term gains. Learn how redevelopment of BRAC sites can lead to positive outcomes, as seen in Texas, despite initial fears.

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Understanding the BRAC Process: Navigating Changes and Challenges in Military Reuse Strategies

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  1. The Real BRAC Process Seth Kirshenberg Kutak Rock LLP

  2. Easy Process?

  3. Easy Process?

  4. Unknown

  5. And the Unknown…

  6. Political Process

  7. Evolution - Repeat “Clear” BRAC Process Budget Issues New Legislation New Policy

  8. Flexibility

  9. BRAC and Reuse Process is an Evolution Be Prepared for Change • Good • Bad People make a difference Continue Education on all sides • Elected/appointed officials local and state government • Military Service • OEA/DOD • Congress

  10. BRAC and Reuse Process is an Evolution Be Prepared for Change • Good • Bad People make a difference Continue Education on all sides • Elected/appointed officials local and state government • Military Service • OEA/DOD • Congress

  11. BRAC and Reuse Process is an Evolution Be Prepared for Change • Good • Bad People make a difference Continue Education on all sides • Elected/appointed officials local and state government • Military Service • OEA/DOD • Congress

  12. Mission Can Be Accomplished from the Community Perspective

  13. BRAC Reuse: Remember the Goal Obstacles are things a person sees when they take their eyes off the goal. Decisions should focus on Long-term impact • Short-term gains mean pain in the future • Don’t discount time and cost

  14. Reuse and Redevelopment Once feared, redevelopment has been resounding success Tenants are moving into former air base BRAC Turned Out to Be Good News For Texas Capital

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