JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. -- The Department of Air Force recently announced the availability of the draft environmental assessment for relocation of Afghan special immigrants and their families to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
The study evaluates the temporary relocation of up to 9,500 Afghan special immigrants to the New Jersey installations. The proposal is to use existing structures and establish a tent city. Public comments are requested no later than close of business Aug. 28, 2021.
The draft EA and other documents are available at https://www.jbmdl.jb.mil/About-Us/About-Us/Environmental-Publications/. Mail and/or email comments to: ATTN: EA Temporary Shelter of Afghan Special Immigrants; 2901 Falcon Lane; Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ 08641 or 87.ABW.PA@us.af.mil.