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Congresswoman Heather Wilson, First Congressional District of New Mexico


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Wilson Announces Approval of $22 Million for Kirtland AFB Improvements June 14, 2002
 
Funds approved by Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee


Washington, DC - Congresswoman Heather Wilson announced today that the House Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee has approved nearly $22 million in funding that she has requested for several projects at Kirtland Air Force Base. Wilson has consistently worked to maintain Kirtland and keep its missions strong so that when there is another round of Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) in 2005, it will be in good shape.

The Subcommittee has approved $8.4 million for a Visiting Officer/Airman Quarters at Kirtland Air Force Base. The funding will allow the Base to construct a new dormitory for visiting airmen and officers.

“Kirtland must have facilities adequate to fulfill its mission,” said Wilson. “With a new dormitory, the base will be better able to serve the officers and students training here.”

The existing visitor’s quarters are currently at full capacity, and a large percentage of visiting airmen must be housed in off-base contract quarters. Over 100 airmen per day are sent to contract quarters, costing the government over $3.0 million per year. During peak seasons, these off-base quarters can be up to 60 minutes away.

The Subcommittee also approved Wilson’s request for $11 million to upgrade the munitions storage complex. This funding will allow the base to enhance safety and security measures for its munitions storage complex. The upgrade will include multiple levels of security including fencing, concrete barriers, additional perimeter lighting and intrusion detection systems.

Additionally, the Subcommittee approved Wilson’s request of $2.5 million for the relocation of the Truman Gate. The Truman gate is the main entrance to Kirtland Air Force Base. Due to the growth and increasing responsibilities of the base, overall security measures and traffic flow issues must be improved. The new entrance will provide more convenient access, adequate parking facilities and enhanced security for the base.


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