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Scott Air Force Base/ MidAmerica St. Louis Airport Joint Land Use Study

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  • By 375th Civil Engineer Squadron
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. --  The Joint Land Use Study is a cooperative planning effort among the U.S. Air Force, MidAmerica St. Louis Airport and the surrounding communities to examine growth issues around the installation and airfield.

Incompatible development that is too close to airfield operations exposes people to noise and air safety risks and can compromise the ability of the military to fulfill its mission.

The study's purpose is to maintain the effectiveness of military and airport operations, safeguard the safety and welfare of nearby residents and accommodate compatible local growth.

To understand issues around Scott Air Force Base and MidAmerica-St. Louis Airport, the communities of St. Clair County, the village of Shiloh, the city of O'Fallon, the city of Lebanon, the city of Mascoutah and the U.S. Air Force have partnered in a cooperative planning process.

The study will seek to:

- Develop clear guidance that identifies options for compatible development around the base and airport.
- Increase communication among the military, the airport and surrounding communities and residents.
- Evaluate the potential impact of current and future military and airport operations on surrounding communities.
- Evaluate the potential impact of community growth on the long-term viability of Scott AFB and MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.
- Recommend action items to reduce encroachment and facilitate future collaboration.

The JLUS team will be hosting its first public information meeting to discuss study purpose and goals, review current findings on growth and compatibility issues and learn about the priorities and concerns of area residents and property owners.

The meeting is planned for Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at MidAmerica-St. Louis Airport and will include a presentation followed by a question and answer session.