{"id":319050,"date":"2024-11-13T23:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=319050"},"modified":"2024-11-15T02:30:36","modified_gmt":"2024-11-15T02:30:36","slug":"baumholder-on-the-rise-usag-rheinland-pfalz-hosts-media-day-to-showcase-growth-modernization-plans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=319050","title":{"rendered":"Baumholder on the rise: USAG Rheinland-Pfalz hosts media day to showcase growth, modernization plans"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz hosted a media information day on Smith Barracks, Nov. 14, to update the local press and local leadership on the planned growth to the Baumholder military community and the investments the U.S. Army is making into the installation. From left: Mark Colbrook, Deputy Garrison Manager USAG-RP BMC, G\u00fcnther Jung, Mayor City of Baumholder, Dr. Stefan Spitzer, Mayor District of Kusel-Altenglan, Ulrich Ernst, 1st Delegate City of Kusel, Miroslaw Kowalski, County Commissioner County of Birkenfeld, Col. Jeffery Higgins, Garrison Commander USAG-RP, Bernd Alsfasser, Mayor District of Baumholder, Otto Rubly, County Commissioner County of Kusel, Matthias K\u00f6nig, Mayor District of Birkenfeld, Thorsten Schmidt, 1st Delegate District of Freisen.
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\n U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz hosted a media information day at Smith Barracks in Baumholder, Germany, Nov. 14, where local press and leadership were given a tour of the new homes being built and renovated.
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\n Tae Jindra, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Housing manager (center), emphasizes her division\u2019s commitment to working with local landlords, outlining their plan to conduct property inspections to ensure that each home meets the necessary standards, during a media information day at Smith Barracks in Baumholder, Germany, Nov. 14.
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\n U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz hosted a media information day at Smith Barracks in Baumholder, Germany, Nov. 14, where local press and leadership were given a comprehensive tour of the new homes being built and renovated, including a visit to Wetzel Kaserne for a distant view of the construction progress.
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BAUMHOLDER, Germany \u2013 U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz hosted a media information day on Smith Barracks, Nov. 14, to update the local press and local leadership on the planned growth to the Baumholder military community and the investments the U.S. Army is making into the installation.<\/p>\n

The event provided a comprehensive overview, covering population growth, current and planned construction projects, and opportunities for potential landlords in the local area. It also featured a question-and-answer session with the press, as well as a guided tour of the construction sites and on-post housing, offering a firsthand look at the developments.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs you all know so well, the United States Army and the Baumholder community have a deep and rich history,\u201d said Col. Jeffery Higgins, USAG Rheinland-Pfalz commander. \u201cSince 1951, the U.S. Army has been hosted by the Baumholder Community. This immensely important relationship has enabled the U.S. Army to build military readiness and fulfill a strategic role in the defense of Europe.\u201d<\/p>\n

Higgins expressed gratitude for the enduring partnership, which has remained strong despite fluctuations in US troop numbers over the years.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday, that rich history continues to build. As you may have noticed, Baumholder has been experiencing quite a bit of construction lately,\u201d he said. \u201cIn fact, a $1 billion investment into this installation is ongoing \u2013 an investment by the U.S. government to prepare for another period of military growth in this community.\u201d<\/p>\n

Higgins discussed the upcoming growth of the Baumholder Military Community, which is expected to increase by 2000 personnel between 2026-2029, reaching a total of 10,000. He highlighted the opportunities this growth presents for the local community, particularly for landlords and business owners.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe anticipate that within the next five years, we will need between 200-300 additional off-post rentals throughout the local villages to house our Soldiers and their families,\u201d he said. \u201cIf this opportunity appeals to our host communities, my offer is to work with potential landlords early to get their rental homes ready and aligned with Army Family Housing standards.\u201d<\/p>\n

The growing demand for housing presents a mutually beneficial opportunity for both Soldiers in need of homes and local homeowners seeking tenants, and the military is committed to supporting landlords by providing them with necessary housing requirements as they renovate and prepare their properties for rental, Higgins said.<\/p>\n

Bernd Mai, host nation relations advisor for USAG Rheinland-Pfalz, provided an overview of the Baumholder Military Community focusing on its history.<\/p>\n

\u201cThroughout the decades Baumholder experienced ups and downs, new units would arrive while others were deactivated,\u201d said Mai. \u201cIn 2019 the U.S. Military announced to invest $1 billion U.S. dollars into Baumholder – $500 million to improve the infrastructure and the quality of life for the U.S. population and $500 million to improve military buildings and training capabilities.\u201d<\/p>\n

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz has made significant progress in planning and executing various facility renovation and construction projects to improve quality of life and address operational facility deficits in the Baumholder Military Community. Key achievements and projects include:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tMultiple Army Family Housing townhome projects and rightsizing projects<\/p>\n

\u2022\tGroundbreaking for a new Army Lodge in November 2023<\/p>\n

\u2022\tConstruction of a new elementary school, with a new middle\/high school planned for FY28<\/p>\n

\u2022\tPlanned construction of new barracks (FY25-27) and a Temporary Enlisted Personnel Management (TEMP) facility (FY26-28)<\/p>\n

In addition to quality of life initiatives, USAG Rheinland-Pfalz is tackling a range of infrastructure projects to enhance the overall experience for the Baumholder Military Community. Current and planned renovations include the construction and renovation of playgrounds, repair of the PX roof, and upgrades to the Wetzel Child Development Center. The garrison is also exploring improvements to roads, fire and water systems, and the MWR Auto Skills repair facility.<\/p>\n

The day proceeded with a presentation from the USAG Rheinland-Pfalz\u2019s Housing Office, where representatives emphasized their commitment to working with local landlords, outlining their plan to conduct property inspections to ensure that each home meets the necessary standards. This would allow them to confidently add the property to their listings and match it with a waiting Army family.<\/p>\n

The day also included a bus tour of Smith Barracks and Wetzel Kaserne<\/p>\n

In attendance were: Miroslaw Kowalski, County Commissioner, County of Birkenfeld; Otto Rubly, County Commissioner\/Landrat, County of Kusel\/Kreis Kusel; Bernd Alsfasser, Mayor District of Baumholder; Dr. Stefan Spitzer, Mayor District of Kusel-Altenglan; Matthias K\u00f6nig, Mayor District of Birkenfeld; Thorsten Schmidt (1st Delegate), Mayor District of Freisen; G\u00fcnther Jung, Mayor City of Baumholder; Ulrich Ernst, 1st Delegate City of Kusel.<\/p>\n

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz serves, supports, and secures the total force community enabling power projection for the European Theater.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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