Coordination / Communication (COM)
some development can have on the operational mission of
Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex.
This discussion refers to the programs and plans that promote interagency
coordination. Interagency communication serves the general welfare by
promoting a more comprehensive planning process inclusive of all affected
stakeholders. Interagency coordination also seeks to develop and include
mutually beneficial policies for both communities and the military in local
planning documents such as comprehensive plans. The following
Coordination / Communication issues were identified:
No Formalized Planning Coordination Between the Local
Jurisdictions and Maxwell AFB. There is no formalized planning
coordination between the local jurisdictions and Maxwell AFB for
ensuring compatible development within Maxwell AFB and Gunter
Annex operational areas.
Enhanced Planning Notification for Maxwell AFB. The existing
process for planning notification between the City of Montgomery
and Maxwell AFB needs to be expanded to allow for earlier
involvement by affected stakeholders and notification of land use
planning actions, e.g. zoning changes, variances, etc., in the planning
and development process.
Formalized Maxwell AFB Points of Contact. The public and elected
officials are not aware of the designated points of contact for
Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex for reporting concerns or obtaining
information related to training activities.
Formalized Procedures for Information Sharing and Economic
Development Organizations. There are no formal procedures
established for information sharing between Maxwell AFB and local
economic development organizations to facilitate appropriate
discussions about synergistic economic development opportunities.
Economic development organizations do not understand the impact
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Lack of Enhanced, Early Coordination with School Districts. There is
currently no communication or coordination with the school district
regarding planning and siting of new schools in the JLUS Study Area.
This could potentially lead to incompatible land uses in military
operational areas.
Energy Development (ED)
Development of energy sources, including alternative energy sources (such
as solar, wind, geothermal or biofuels) could pose compatibility issues
related to glare (solar energy), or vertical obstruction (wind generation), or
water quality / quantity.
The following Energy Development issue was identified:
Alternative Energy Development Coordination. There are no formal
procedures for coordinated alternative energy proposals with the
DOD and Maxwell AFB.
Frequency Spectrum Interference / Impedance (FSI)
The frequency spectrum is the entire range of electromagnetic frequencies
used for communications and other transmissions, which includes
communication channels used for radio, cellular phones, and television. In
the performance of typical operations, the military relies on a range of
frequencies for communications and support systems. Similarly, public and
private users rely on a range of frequencies in the use of cellular telephones
and other wireless devices used on a daily basis.
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