Answer: Yes approx 700-800 people attended and it was standing room only. We gave a good feel to the Dept of the Army of our concerns. Mayors, State Reps, State NG, Superintendants, folks from Savannah to Brunswick and many more attended. There were six day sessions in all discussing our economic impact of the military/DA Civilian downsizing.
20% of teachers/counselors in four school districts are dependents of Soldiers. If sequestration continues it will empty schools. There could also be a 30% decrease in home values.
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