FY 2004 privatization projects to eliminate inadequate housing units
MCAS Yuma, AZ PPV

Units demolished/otherwise permanently removed from family housing inventory

Westover ARB, Chicopee, MA

Projects added by Congress

Additional inadequate units identified during FY 2004

Units at end of FY 2004 (See Note)

15,476

6,806

Note: Adequate and Inadequate units shown as eliminated based on proposed PPV project in this Fiscal Year.

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

FAMILY HOUSING - FY 2004 BUDGET ESTIMATE

CONSTRUCTION OF NEW HOUSING

(In Thousands)

FY 2004 Program $157,366
FY 2003 Program $226,927

Purpose and Scope

This program provides for land acquisition, site preparation, acquisition and construction, and initial outfitting with fixtures and integral equipment of new and replacement family housing units and associated facilities such as roads, driveways, walks, and utility systems.

Program Summary

Authorization is requested for:

(1)

(2)

Construction of 1,070 replacement homes; and,

Appropriation of $155,366,000 to partially fund this construction
program. This amount, together with resources of $2,000,000 to be
applied, derived from savings in prior year new construction
programs, will completely fund the Fiscal Year 2004 program of
$157,366,000.

10. Mission or Major Functions: Provide housing, training facilities, logistical, and administrative support for Fleet Marine Force units and other units assigned. Operate the Communication-Electronics School, and administer and conduct the air-ground training program for combined training of Fleet Marine Force units, both active and reserve.

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Multi-family housing units; wood or metal frame, or masonry with stucco or vinyl siding, covered parking, covered patios, privacy fencing, exterior storage and community recreational facilities. Unit price includes costs for sprinkler system or fire rated construction and Calsense irrigation system. Special construction feature exists for special foundations. Demolition includes removal of asbestos. Landscaping includes mitigation of excessive soil alkalinity. Actual square footage of these homes will be based on local market standards and may exceed square footage indicated below.

PROJECT: This project replaces 187 out of 190 inadequate homes to be eliminated at N Lemoore. Current Mission

REQUIREMENT: This project is the ninth and final phase to replace 1,547 homes at NAS Lemoore. The economic analysis recommends replacement as the proper course of action as it corrects current deficiencies and provides modernized, energy efficient homes f this remote base. This project includes community recreational facilities and common open spaces as well as Cal sense irrigation. Community recreational facilities inclu tot lots, jogging paths, and playing courts/fields in accordance with NAVFACINST 11101.85H.

CURRENT SITUATION: The Lexington Park homes were built in 1970. The homes suffer fro cracking and lateral movement of the slabs, concrete block walls, rafters, and sill plates has resulted in structural instability and moisture penetration. The shifting high water table and the sandy loam, with it's high concentration of alkali and boron, cause constant shifting of the load bearing surfaces. Construction defects have seriously compounded the problem. No horizontal reinforcement is present in the thin (some only 3" thick) slabs and adjoining block walls. Other construction defects include electric wiring with reverse polarity, expansive areas of single pane windows, lack of insulation in the walls and ceilings, asbestos in the floor tile and ceilings, and lead based paint. The roofs are over 25 years old, driveways and sidewalks are shifting, and utility distribution systems (electrical, gas, water, and sewer) are all severely deteriorated. The activity has been forced to take several units off line over the years because of this situation. The Navy cannot afford to lose government homes in this remote location. Little or no private sector housing is available as attested by the existing deficit of approximately 300 units.

IMPACT IF NOT PROVIDED: Military members will be forced to choose between involuntary separation from their families or accepting housing that is unsuitable. Either choice will likely lead to poor morale and dissatisfaction with the Navy. Retention of quality personnel will be adversely impacted.

Joint Use Certification: The Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (Logistics) certifies that this project has been considered for joint use potential. This facility will be available for use by other components.

Project design conforms to Part II of Military Handbook 1190, "Facilities Planning and Design Guide."

Necessary coordination with the school district is in progress.