Frequently Asked Questions
| Why are Fort Benning and the communities doing a JLUS now? |
| The Joint Land Use Study is an exercise in proactive planning. Looking ahead at issues and possible changes-both in the way Fort Benning operates and the way nearby areas grow-allows the post and local governments to prevent or reduce future impacts and protect the health of both the military mission and the community. The JLUS is also a good way to improve long-term communication between military and civilian neighbors. |
| What is BRAC and how does it relate to the JLUS? |
| "BRAC" is an acronym that stands for base realignment and closure. It is the process that the Department of Defense uses to reorganize installations to optimize military readiness. The BRAC 2005 process looked for innovative ways to consolidate, realign, or find alternative uses for current military facilities. As a result of the 2005 decision, Fort Benning's mission will expand, resulting in an initial $1,300,000,000 investment in facilities and over 11,000 new jobs in the Chattahoochee Valley Region. By seeking to reduce encroachment, the JLUS supports the Army in carrying out its evolving mission in the years ahead. |