Bill Overview
Title: To direct the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to convey to the Municipality of Belleville, Illinois, a parcel of real property located at the Army Reserve Facility in Belleville, Illinois, and for other purposes.
Description: This bill requires the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to convey 5.2 acres of land and improvements at 500 South Belt East in Belleville, Illinois, to the Municipality of Belleville. The bill also requires the Municipality of Belleville to pay the costs for USACE to survey the property and for any other costs related to the conveyance.
Sponsors: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Target Audience
Population: Residents and local authorities of Belleville, Illinois
Estimated Size: 44000
- The direct population affected includes the residents of Belleville, Illinois, who may experience changes in land use and community benefits from new municipal developments.
- Municipal authorities and officials in Belleville will be directly involved in planning and managing the newly acquired property.
- The staff and service members currently using the Army Reserve Facility will be directly affected by its conveyance.
- Local businesses and contractors might be engaged for surveying and development, impacting the local economy and job market.
Reasoning
- The budget constraints imply that the policy implementation might be limited to basic administration and initial phases of land transfer without extensive immediate development.
- Most of the impact of this policy will be very localized, affecting primarily the residents, authorities, and businesses in Belleville.
- Given the population distribution and constraints, those not directly involved with the specific land or area might experience minimal to no impact.
- The impact on wellbeing might stem from potential urban development opportunities, better municipal facilities, or economic enhancements through contracts and jobs.
- Individual perception of benefit might vary significantly, influenced by personal interest in municipal affairs or the direct utility of new services or facilities.
Simulated Interviews
City Planner (Belleville, Illinois)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The land conveyance is a great opportunity for Belleville to improve our public spaces and infrastructure.
- I'm concerned about the budget restrictions hindering meaningful developments.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Local Business Owner (Belleville, Illinois)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could bring business if the city decides to develop something on the land.
- I am neutral at the moment as it depends on actual actions taken by the municipality.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Student (St. Louis, Missouri)
Age: 28 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm curious to see how Belleville uses the land.
- It could be a case study for my studies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Retired Military (Belleville, Illinois)
Age: 52 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope the conveyance respects the history of the military presence here.
- Interested in how my community will reuse the space.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Local Government Official (Belleville, Illinois)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is a vital chance for Belleville to enhance its offerings to the residents.
- Budget limitations concern me, but even small developments can be meaningful.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Retiree (Belleville, Illinois)
Age: 60 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm optimistic about more parks or community centers opening with this land.
- Not sure how quickly changes will happen given budget constraints.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Real Estate Agent (East St. Louis, Illinois)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I see potential changes in property values depending on what Belleville plans to develop.
- Currently, there isn't enough information to predict large impacts.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
University Student (Belleville, Illinois)
Age: 24 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- As a student, I'm intrigued to see how our local government innovatively uses new resources.
- Budget is tight, but small steps can lead to change.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Army Reserve Member (Belleville, Illinois)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Uncertain about how the conveyance affects my service.
- More clarity needed on transition plans for military staff.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Teacher (Belleville, Illinois)
Age: 34 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Potential new municipal facilities could benefit educational activities.
- Improved community spaces are always positive for residents.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $50000 (Low: $25000, High: $75000)
Year 2: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The conveyance is locally focused and involves primarily local stakeholders, thus limiting broader economic or social impacts.
- Bellville, Illinois, must handle costs associated with surveying and additional conveyance responsibilities, which reduces the financial burden on the federal government.