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<br />11111 <br /> <br />How should communities prepare for life after <br />closure? <br /> <br />. <br /> <br />The Association of Defense Communities (ADC) suggests that communities facing <br /> <br />a base closure follow these steps: <br /> <br />"Create a plan that works: A community's first task is to create a plan and this mLlst happen 8$ <br />quickly as possible. The plan should be a realistic vision guided by market forces and environmental <br />conditions. Information improves planning. From environmental conditions to infrastructure assets <br />----communities need to get all available information from the Department of Defense (DaD). <br /> <br />Know the process: Base redevelopment is a complex process involving a myriad of state and <br />federal agencies and regulations. Knowledge will be an important asset to ensure the community's <br />voice is heard. <br /> <br />Speak with one voice: Communities must reach consensus about the future of a dosed base in <br />a timely manner. While attaining consensus among community members can be hurdensome, the <br />Impact of neglecting this step can be huge. <br /> <br />Learn from experience: Impacted communities are not alone. Hundreds have struggled with base <br />closure following past rounds and their experiences will provide new communities with an important <br />source of knowledge. <br /> <br />Remember, base closure is a community issue: Base closure is more than a real estate <br />transaction; it is about people, their johs, and a way of life-it IS a true community issue. Planning for <br />life after closure mllst be a community-driven process." <br /> <br />. <br /> <br /> <br />. <br /> <br />The historic brick buildings of Watertown Arsenal outside of Boston. Massachusetts_ <br /> <br />6 <br />