SC installations could see construction boom

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SC installations could see construction boom
The Associated Press
Posted : Sunday Jan 25, 2009 18:02:38 EST

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Nearly $1 billion worth of construction projects planned at two South Carolina military bases may boost the local jobs market as the region struggles through a sagging economy, officials said.

Fort Jackson could see a dozen projects valued at some $800 million over the next few years as the base continues to expand with two new military missions that have moved there, The State newspaper of Columbia reported.

“This new construction will bring jobs and capital expenditures to our community at a most welcome time,” said Ike McLeese, president of the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce.

Among the top project items are four facilities set to open in 2010: $11 million for a chaplains’ school, $24 million for a drill sergeants’ school, $24 million for lodging facility and $30 million for a dining site.

Meanwhile, the military is also spending about $170 million at Shaw Air Force Base. The Sumter installation is preparing for the arrival of the 3rd Army headquarters in the fall of 2011.


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