Background | Mission | Objectives | Membership | Organization | External Relationships
Defense and Homeland Security organizations in Southeastern New England provide unique services of exceptional value to our Nation. These organizations and the contractors that support them have a significant impact on the economy of the area. Thousands of households have one or more members whose work is directly associated with the Federal Government in Southeastern New England. Many others benefit indirectly from Federal Government organizations’ presence.
The collocation of these organizations in Southeastern New England provides opportunities and synergies, available in few other venues, for technology development for National Defense and potential transfer to non-Government applications.
The Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, begun in 1991 and continuing through the implementation of decisions made in the 2005 round, has had a significant impact on Department of Defense activities in Southeastern New England. Indeed, SENEDIA’s genesis in 2001 anticipated the 2005 round. As the BRAC implementation process continues through 2011, the need for a regional advocate and source of information will continue to be vital.
Our military is adapting to changes in the international security environment and national security imperatives. Apart from BRAC, the shape and size of the regional components of the Department of Defense respond to many forces and are subject to change at any time. Similarly, the research, development, acquisition, operational and training programs that those components support are being continually examined and adjusted. SENEDIA closely monitors and assesses conditions affecting regional defense infrastructure and programs and ensures that stakeholders are kept informed.
The Department of Homeland Security is continuing to evolve and mature since its inception under the Homeland Security Act of 2002. SENEDIA recognizes the potential for increased Department of Homeland Security activity affecting Southeastern New England.
Identify, champion and coordinate issues that contribute to National security and provide benefit to the local communities and their respective governments, the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Government.
The alliance shall consist of representatives of companies and other organizations who support its mission and objectives. Additionally the alliance may include public and private sector representatives as determined by the Board of Directors. All members are responsible for the identification of issues and recommendation of initiatives that support the mission and objectives of the alliance.
A Board of Directors shall determine the policies and direction of the alliance. It shall be made up of representatives from active members of the alliance.
Sub-committees, as determined by the Board, will be established and disestablished as necessary to maintain liaison with specific areas of interest.
The advice and counsel of retired flag officers, senior government civilians and senior representatives of the defense industry will be solicited as appropriate.
The Southeastern New England Defense Industry Alliance will establish and maintain relationships with other organizations whose charters are complementary or related and will help achieve the alliance’s objectives.