Base closure rule changes proposed

Well, the preamble to yesterday's proposed rule begins by suggesting the Defense Dept. is just codifying some of its exising directives and practices at the Federal Register level, but then there are some changes to reflect Congressional action, and then a few brand-new sections, including on environmental, safety, and historic preservation issues.... so on the whole it looks pretty substantive after all. Housing and community development people affected by military base closures may want to take a good look. Comments are due October 11, by snail mail. And if any readers joining us here are working specifically on base closure issues, would you kindly consider making use of the comments section below?