Army Reserve Engineer Summit Week Strengthens Enterprise Synchronization
ESW is designed to maximize participation while minimizing travel by combining two major forums: the Base Operations Advisory Forum (BOAF) and the Real Property Planning Board (RPPB). Together, these forums support the Army Reserve in delivering modern, efficient, and resilient infrastructure for units worldwide while enhancing readiness.
Col. David Adams, director of ARIMD, underscored the importance of enterprise synchronization during the summit. “ESW is a critical venue for aligning the Army Reserve engineering community. Bringing together our Army Reserve-funded installations, RDs, and MSCs and enterprise partners enables us to integrate strategic planning with the operational realities our DPW teams face every day. The 2026 Fall ESW ensured we are synchronized on the policies, resources, and priorities that shape how we deliver and maintain facilities for our Soldiers. The collaboration achieved here strengthens our enterprise and reinforces our commitment to providing the infrastructure required for a combat‑ready, mission‑focused Army Reserve.”
That shared strategic vision set the stage for deeper discussions within the BOAF and RPPB, where leaders refined the processes and plans that shape facilities management. “The BOAF works to align and strengthen efforts across facilities engineering, real property management, and Base Operations support services,” explained Eddie Rosado, ARIMD deputy director. The RPPB continued that momentum by guiding attendees through updates to their Real Property Master Plans and Capital Investment Strategies. Participants reviewed facility conditions, regional priorities, construction requirements, and stationing impacts, culminating in discussions on the Army Reserve’s Geographic Command and Control (C2) reorganization, Hub & Spoke, and the Reserve Synchronized Stationing Process.
Lt. Col. Loren Baldwin, director of public works at Fort Hunter Liggett, emphasized how the summit enables DPWs to showcase improvements and reinforce support to the larger Army Reserve mission. “ESW is a prime opportunity for the Fort Hunter Liggett DPW team to share our story on how we’re working to make significant improvements not just for those who live and work on post, but to the Army Reserve as a whole so they know we’re working to make every training event, planning workshop, or visit better than their previous trip,” Baldwin said.
Fort Buchanan’s team contributed perspectives as well, focusing on resiliency and mission‑support projects essential to Army Reserve operations in Puerto Rico. “ESW provided an important platform for Fort Buchanan to showcase the critical infrastructure projects that directly support readiness on the island. Our team highlighted major military construction and Energy Resilience and Conservation Investment Program initiatives, including future resiliency efforts such as a new Training Support Center to better serve all service members in Puerto Rico. We also emphasized the significance of our upcoming Water Purification Project for Las Casas Lake, scheduled for award in fiscal year 2027, which will enhance both environmental stewardship and long‑term water resilience,” said Anibal Negrón, Fort Buchanan environmental chief and energy manager.
Across the enterprise, leaders echoed the value of collaboration. Col. Martin Lepak of the 88th RD highlighted how ESW strengthened cross‑functional teamwork on several major initiatives. “The ESW offered a valuable opportunity for the 88th RD DPW and Financial Management teams to collaborate on key initiatives that will shape our future posture. The RD DPW Transition Working Group made important strides in setting conditions for the Geographic C2 reorganization, establishing a solid path forward. Additionally, the continued integration of the Reserve Synchronized Stationing Process highlighted the power of cross‑functional teamwork in addressing complex challenges. The synchronization achieved this week strengthens our ability to deliver effective, unified support across the 88th RD in the years ahead,” Lepak said.
As the Army Reserve continues to modernize its infrastructure and adapt to evolving strategic demands, ESW remains essential in shaping the facilities and real property strategies that drive force readiness. “The 2026 Fall ESW brought together the Army Reserve’s finest engineers and installation‑management SMEs,” said Col. Mark Smith, regional engineer at the 99th RD. “Together, these enterprise‑level bodies bridge installation operations with visionary long‑range planning, ensuring our physical facilities remain secure, modern, and highly resilient in support of the warfighter. The BOAF and RPPB serve as the dual pillars of our installation management and strategic infrastructure strategy.”
Collaboration underscores the Army Reserve’s commitment to building resilient and mission‑focused facilities that meet the needs of Soldiers today and anticipate the demands of tomorrow.
Released by Capt. David Reyes Velez.
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