HILL AFB -- Planned development of the west side of Hill Air Force Base, as announced previously in the Clipper, are still in the works. However, the plans will be delayed by "several months" due to a "strategy change," a press release from the base notes. Last week, the HAFB West Side Development Team (WSD) agreed to use a competitive process for the WSD initiative.

All interested parties will receive information enabling them to compete "at the appropriate time," officials said. "HAFB remains strongly committed to continue this vital real estate project," public relations director Marilu Trainor said.

The area lies on the west side of the base next to I-15. "The WSD will create a unique land use relationship for developing a compatible business and technology park that better enables execution of the Air Force mission while supporting and enhancing local community goals."

Trainor added that the base has an "immediate need" for administrative space currently in antiquated World War II-era facilities. "The proposed solution is an outgrant of 600 acres in a phased approach for development," she added.

tbusselberg@davisclipper.com