Army's and Marine's Afloat Prepositioned Fleet - Should DOD Conduct Maintenanceat a Joint Facility

摘要

The National Defense Authorization Act for FY 94 requires the U.S. Army toestablish a prepositioned maintenance facility in Charleston, South Carolina. The authorization also prohibits the closure of the U.S. Marine Corps afloat prepositioned maintenance facility in Jacksonville, Florida. Congress and DOD continue to search for innovative ways to reduce duplication within the Defense Department. The operating costs for two facilities are over $135 million dollars annually. DOD's budget will not get any larger. DOD continues to seek ways to combine similar functions throughout the Services. Should the Army and Marines establish a joint afloat prepositioned maintenance facility to facilitate efficiencies and economies.