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Executive Summary
ES-4 RELATED STUDIES
Several other project-related studies have been or are being undertaken in conjunction with ongoing
activities at MCAS Tustin. The major planning and restoration programs are summarized below,
including a conditions assessment for the blimp hangars, an Environmental Baseline Survey (EBS),
an Installation Restoration Program (IRP), and a BRAC Cleanup Plan (BCP).
ES-S PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PROCESS
The EIS/EIR process is designed to involve the public in federal and local decision-making.
Opportunities to comment on, and participate in, the process were provided during preparation of
the initial Draft EISIEIR in 1998. Comments from agencies and the public were solicited to help
identify the primary issues associated with the federal disposal and proposed reuse ofM CAS Tustin.
The City of Tustin conducted public meetings and workshops as part of the reuse planning process.
The public was encouraged to comment on the various reuse alternatives and to identify the most
favorable elements. The public's input, as well as feedback from applicable resource and permitting
agencies, will be used to evaluate the alternatives and environmental impacts prior to final decisions.
Scoping Process
The purpose of scoping is to identify potential environmental issues and concerns regarding the
disposal and subsequent reuse in the reuse plan area. The scoping process for this EISIEIR included
public notification via the Federal Register, newspaper ads, direct mail, and a public meeting. The
Marine Corps and the City of Tustin considered comments received during the scoping process in
determining the range of issues to be evaluated in the EISIEIR.
In accordance with NEPA requirements, a Notice of Intent (NOl) to prepare a joint EISIEIR was
published in the Federal Register on July 5, 1994. In accordance with requirements under CEQA,
a Notice of Preparation (NOP) to prepare a joint EISIEIR was distributed on June 30, 1994 to
regulatory agencies, local jurisdictions, elected officials, and public service providers, among others.
Twenty six written comments were received in response to the 1994 NOIINOP. These written
comments addressed traffic circulation, possible alternative transportation modes, roadway
improvements, and transportation management programs; regional trails; water drainage and water
quality; availability and cost of utilities; land use compatibility; transport and cleanup of hazardous
wastes and materials; impacts and financing of schools and libraries; affordable and transitional
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