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FROM THE GARRISON LEADERSHIP Garrison Commander Col. Caryn S. Heard
Garrison Command Sergeant Major
Command Sergeant Major Luis A. Rosario
Deputy Garrison Commander Lt. Col. Kathleen J. Porter
Deputy to the Garrison Commander William S. Leyh
Public Affairs Officer Grissel Rosa
Command Information José L. López
Mailing address-
Public Affairs Office ATTN: IMSE-BUC-PA 390 Crane Loop, Suite 311 Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico 00934-4616
From the Garrison Commander
Throughout the world, Americans pause on Veteran’s Day to honor our brave men and women whom for more than 230 years have underwritten our freedom by their duty, honor, and selfless service. We pay homage to the heroes we have lost, those who stood guard in peacetime, and those who continue to defend the Constitution of the United States. We recognize that all our veterans have given something of themselves to our country and some have given all by laying down their lives to defend the freedoms we hold so dear. Generations after generations have protected, defended, and preserved the principle that define our democracy. Across that remarkable sweep of history, today’s America was shaped at Lexington and Concord, Antietam and Gettysburg, in the skies over the Midway, on the beaches of Normandy, in the heat of Ia Drang Valley, from the Persian Gulf into Afghanistan and Iraq by those who wore our Nations’ uniforms. Over twenty-two million living Veterans today embody our exceptional character, values, and resilience as a people; each a line in our Nation’s history, but together many chapters towards today’s future. As we reflect on the blessings of our liberty, we should never forget that we cannot rightfully celebrate “freedom” without remembering the ultimate price of those who suffered and sacrificed for us. Let us continue to provide our unconditional support to the next generation of veterans by supporting our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen as they return home from duty.
Story SubmissionsEmail to: jose.l.lopez120.civ@mail.mil
From the Garrison Command Sergeant Major Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Director, Mr. Dallas J. Petersen
Admin. Office Mrs. Liza Muñiz T. 787-707-3135 Business Operations Division Chief: Mr. Pedro Segarra T. 787-707-3373, Bldg. 390, Suite 100 Community Recreation Division Acting Chief: Mr. James Welch, T. 787-707-3301, Bldg. 390, Suite 100 Child, Youth & School Services Chief: Ms. Carmen Dieppa T. 787-707-3399 / 3598 Bldg. 1301-F, Mayagüez Barracks Army Community Service Chief: Mr. Rafael Gilestra T. 787-707-3292 / 3709 / 3804 Bldg. 390, Suite 101 Acting Marketing Coordinator & Editor: Mrs. Mariana Urrutia, T. 787-707-3703 Bldg. 193, Crane Loop
First, I will like to give thanks to everyone that made the Breast Cancer Awareness Run a total success. Our workforce, our tenants, the volunteers, the sponsors and all the participants deserved recognition for sharing a strong message of solidarity and hope for a disease that keeps affecting our generations. The key to decrease the risk of cancer is early detection. We invite you to increase the awareness on this illness since it could affect your loved ones or those close to your heart. Always remember our theme for this year event was “Cancer is a word, not a sentence”. During this month we celebrate Veterans Day, a day where we Honor and pay tribute to all the service members that served, and the ones that continue fighting to defend the freedom, security and prosperity that many take for granted. Armistice Day, as originally called, is commemorated to mark the armistice signed between the Allies of World War I and Germany, which took effect at eleven o’clock in the morning, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month of 1918. Veterans Day continues to be observed on November 11, regardless of what day of the week on which it falls. I highly encourage you to give thanks to all your family or friends that served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces. In November we also celebrate Thanksgiving Day, a day to give thanks to our Heavenly Father for all the blessings and opportunities we receive every day. Whether you are celebrating it in a family gathering, at church or with some friends I will ask you to keep in your prayers all our service members that are currently serving in harm’s way. I invite you share your wealth with the homeless, the elderly and the less fortunate, probably that would be the only hot meal they will have in weeks. God Bless You All.
FROM THE TOP
These are “really tough times” David Vergun
These are “really tough times, where logistics and running our logistics organization has never been more important as we bring equipment out of Afghanistan, as we prepare for deployments to Africa, as we prepare for deployments to Iraq,” said the chief of staff of the Army. Gen. Ray Odierno, who spoke Friday, at a promotion ceremony at the Pentagon for the new Army Deputy chief of Staff G-4 Lt. Gen. Gustave Perna, said Perna is “absolutely the right guy” to lead in those logistical efforts. Just hours after Odierno delivered his remarks, Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Martin Dempsey were at a Pentagon press briefing, discussing U.S. efforts in Iraq, Syria, Africa and elsewhere. Hagel delivered some breaking news at efforts to broaden the coalition against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, known as ISIL: “The governments of Belgium, Denmark and the Netherlands have announced their intention to participate in coalition airstrikes in Iraq. A few minutes ago, before coming down here, I spoke with Britain’s defense minister, Michael Fallon. He called me as he left the chambers of the Parliament to inform me that the British Parliament had just voted 524 to 43 to join the air campaign in Iraq with the United States and our coalition partners.” Dempsey emphasized that a large ground force is needed to counter ISIL. “The ideal force, in fact the only truly effective force that will actually be able to reject ISIL from within its own population, is a force comprised of Iraqis and Kurds and moderate Syrian opposition,” Dempsey explained. In reply to a reporter’s question on why the U.S. Army was sending a division headquarters to Iraq, Hagel explained that personnel from other components will also be assigned to the headquarters, which will coordinate command-and-control functions. Dempsey added to Hagel’s remarks: The division headquarters “is a coherent, standing warfighting organization
that understands how to integrate these multiple activities and to manage the activities of the coalition. “The group that went in there initially was focused on just beginning to make the initial contacts with the Iraqi security forces and monitoring the activities of the assessment team,” he continued. “This is an organization that actually has the bandwidth and skill sets to manage a campaign.” Wednesday, Hagel, signed a deployment for about 500 Soldiers from 1st Infantry Division headquarters, to deploy to Iraq from Fort Riley, Kansas, in October. In addition to the division headquarters, there are six advise-and-assist teams that will embed with various Iraqi headquarters, Navy Rear Adm. John Kirby said at a Pentagon news conference, Thursday. Those Soldiers will help train, equip and advise moderate forces in the region and willing Arab allies fighting ISIL, Odierno said a week ago at a Defense Writers Group meeting at the Fairmont Hotel here. DRAWDOWN IMPACTS Odierno discussed the strain on the Army that sequestration and the drawdown is having on the force, even as events unfold overseas where Soldiers are or may soon be required. “I have two division headquarters in Afghanistan. I have a division headquarters in Korea. I’m going to send another division headquarters to Iraq; just a small headquarters; I’m going to send a division headquarters to Africa to work on the response to the Ebola virus. I might end up sending a division headquarters
to Europe for rotational capability,” Odierno said during the Defense Writers Group meeting. The speed of downsizing has affected the entire active Army, including headquarters staff, he continued. “I’ve reduced the size of our division headquarters,” Odierno said. “We’ve reduced every headquarters in the Army down to the two-star level by 25 percent. “The complexity of the environment we have to operate in now and probably over the next 10, 15 or 20 years, requires headquarters. You ask me where the real stress point is in the Army; it’s on headquarters,” he emphasized. Odierno explained that the task of Soldiers in headquarters is to integrate multinational partners, agencies and other governments with the Army, and joint service operational efforts. Although the Army is reducing the size of its headquarters, “the need is actually growing because of this complex environment we operate in. It allows us to make best use of the troops we’re sending into these areas,” he said. “Nobody has not been affected by the cuts. Every size headquarters has been affected.”
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MWR INFORMS Introducing our NEW Format!
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FAMILY AND MWR EMPLOYEE HIGHLIGHT Meet MST program new team members!
The Middle School Teen Program opened the doors to their new site on September 8th, 2014. If you haven’t visited us yet, please stop by and discover for yourself the many activities and alternatives now available to Fort Buchanan’s youth. With a new and much bigger environment, came the need to have more staff to properly provide activities and events to serve our youth. MST is happy to introduce its new team members: Gilberto Bauza, Mariel Rodríguez, Jennifer Ruíz, Denise Resto, Meredith Vargas and Giovanni Mulinelli. All of them are dedicated, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy working with youth. Their educational backgrounds vary but all of them are college graduates or current college students. Most important they are working diligently in completing all required training so that the quality of all experiences is meeting the highest standards. Mariel Rodríguez, who is a new mom and is currently studying college courses related to criminal justice and 23
forensic investigation, has been assigned to the Performing Arts area where youth practice Karaoke, Debate and short plays. Meredith Vargas comes to us from the SAC program and has been working in the Homework Assistance program, the Art Area and the Torch Club. She is a great asset, and youth, particularly middle schoolers, constantly seek her help with homework.
Jennifer Ruiz has a BA in marketing and a passion for sports. You might see her consistently outside or in the game room, although on occasions, she helps us at the front desk. Giovanni Mulinelli strives to learn about everything and is a willing guide to all different programs. So far, he has made a difference in the
homework area, as well as the art area, and yes has also tried his hand at soccer.
Denise Resto, also a mom and a military wife (Coast Guard), is quiet and organized. She has been working in all areas as needed to include game room, homework and sports. Gilberto Bauzo, who has worked with our program for two consecutive Summer Camps, has been assigned to sports. Gilberto has a bachelor’s and a masters degree. He is also in the process of finishing Officer Candidate School, for which reason he’ll be out for a short time. Gilberto enjoys sports, and has a knack for preparing excellent sport lessons. All of these MST team members come to complete an already well balanced team. We are happy and proud to welcome them! By: Zaida L. Colón Assistant Director MST Program
COMMUNITY CLUB & CONFERENCE CENTER Being Thankful During The Holiday Season! By: Jennifer Ruiz, Community Club
Turkey dinners, cranberries, candied yams, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, family gatherings, football, the Macy’s parade and the beginning of the Holiday Season; these are all commonly associated with most Americans’ yearly celebration of giving thanks, Thanksgiving Day! Each year on the fourth Thursday in November Americans’ gather with family and friends to give thanks for the many blessings enjoyed throughout the year. We gather with our loved ones to be grateful and enjoy time together. At Fort Buchanan’s Community Club and Conference Center it’s no different; it’s become a tradition, the Annual Thanksgiving Day Lunch, where we serve a delicious buffet with all of the Holiday favorites!
Want to enjoy dinner at home with friends and family without having to go through all the meal preparation hassles? No problem! We have you covered with our Thanksgiving Orders to Go! You can enjoy a deliciously baked turkey right at home without having to do all the work…
THANKSGIVING
LUNCHEON. FAMILY. FEAST Thursday, November 27th
Community Club, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, featuring DJ Music.
Buffet Menu SALADS
Assorted Bread with butter Fresh Greens with Assorted Dressings Spinach and Cranberry Salad Macaroni Salad
HOT LINE
Meats Baked Turkey with Cranberry Sauce, Turkey Gravy and Stuffing Roasted Sirloin with Rosemary and Red Wine Au Jus Panko Breaded Baked Fish Fillet with Tartar Sauce and Lemon Wedges Pernil Tradicional al Horno (Baked Pork) Starches Homemade Mashed Potatoes and Chives Baked Sweet Yams with Raisins and Marshmallows Yellow Rice with Pigeon Peas Puerto Rican style Vegetables Fresh fall Seasonal Vegetables
DESSERTS
Assorted Pies, Flan and Cakes Coffee and Ice Tea
COST: $29.00 per person
$14.99 children ages 6 -10/ five & under free.
RSVP: 787-707-3535
Note from Business Operations Division Chief, Mr. Pedro Segarra November is here and we are thankful in our Business Division. We thank you for your support and loyalty throughout this year. Join me in celebrating and giving thanks in our Community Club where we feature our traditional Thanksgiving buffet. Takeout orders are available as well. We celebrate wellness month in our Golf Course, where we show you how this sport contributes to your wellness. Come play with us in our tournament! This month we will continue with our Food Truck so please make sure you don’t miss it. Are you a Taco Artisan? Stop by the Food Truck and submit your own recipe. The top recipe will be featured for a month! See the promo for more details. To me, this month is special because it marks my first year serving soldiers and families. I look forward to many more.
Thanksgiving Meal TO –GO
at the Community Club
Serves 4 to 6 people One Turkey (14 – 16 lbs.) Stuffing Yellow Rice with Pigeon Peas, 5 lbs Bread Rolls One choice of Potato Salad Pasta Salad Sweet Potatoes w/ Raisins and Marshmallows One Choice of Pumpkin Pie Cherry Pie Sweet Potato Pie Apple Pie Cost: $70.00 One bottle of Pepsi (2 lt.) Extra side or Pie for additional $10.00 Orders must be placed by November 25th
Pick-up on November 27th, 8:00 am-10:45 am. Orders: 787-707-3535
Main Courses
AT THE COMMUNITY CLUB
Wednesday, December 31st 8:00 pm - 2:00 am Featuring live entertainment:
Liza Miceli
Pop music 70s, 80s & 90s
Cinco en Clave
Salsa and Merengue
NEW YEAR’S BUFFET MENU: Salads
Mixed Field Greens with Ham, Tossed Walnuts and Raisons Spinach with Cranberries, Feta cheese and almonds. Assorted dressings
• Herb Crusted Grouper with choice of Lemon Basil Aioli or Chipotle Aioli Sauce • Chicken Breast Medallions stuffed with Spinach & Mozzarella Cheese topped with béchamel sauce • Carving Station with slow roasted Prime Rib with Au Jus & Creamy Horseradish Sauce • Whole Baked Turkey • Garden Rice • Red Jacket Garlic mashed Potatoes • Fettuccini Alfredo • Steamed fresh Vegetables (Zucchini, Squash, Baby Carrots)
Desserts
Flan, Homemade Chocolate Cake Cupcake Station, Chocolate Fountain with Strawberries, Bananas and Marshmallows
Chicken Soup available at midnight Champagne Toast included Ages 15 and up- $70.00 Children ages 9 thru 14- $14.00 Children ages 8 and under FREE
RSVP: 787-707-3535
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Garrison Directorates Battle for the USAG Cup José L. López Public Affairs Office
The Fort Buchanan garrison workforce celebrated its Organizational Day at the Cabaña recreational area on 9 October 2014. The event was programmed with a series of competitions between directorates in order to achieve the coveted USAG Cup. The committee who organized the event was comprised of representa-
tives from all garrison directorates, and their motivation to provide a special day to the workforce was evident in the satisfaction that all participants displayed during the activity. Safety and budget were a big concern in the planning, and a lot of time and dedication was placed in those and many other issues. Four events defined the outcome of the competition: Corn Hole, Basketball
Fort Buchanan Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Luis A. Rosario makes his move as William G. Latimer defends his position while playing Giant Volleyball during the Organizational Day at the Cabaña Recreational Area on 9 October 2014.
Hoops, Horseshoe and Giant Volleyball. Besides having fun, participants gave out their best for their own directorate, and there were even those who assisted other teams that did not have enough manpower. This demonstrated “esprit d’ corps” within garrison employees and the willingness to be safe and have fun as a family.
Henry Sierra, Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security, represented his directorate at the Basketball Hoops event on 9 October 2014. José L. López/PAO
Members from the Fort Buchanan Garrison workforce gathered at the Welcome Center parking area prior to the competitions held during the Organizational Day at the Cabaña Recreational Area on 9 October 2014. José L. López/PAO
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Garrison Commander Col. Caryn S. Heard addressed the workforce during a townhall meeting held before the competitions began at the garrison´s Organizational Day on 9 October 2014.
The Directorate of Emergency Services provided support during the Organizational Day on 9 October 2014. Officer Efraín Laureano and his K-9 partner Beano were present performing their rounds.
Master Sgt. Susana de Armas and Cpt. Katie Murphy, Installation Legal Office, presented a cake to Command Sgt. Maj. Luis A. Rosario as they joined the workforce singing “Happy Birthday” during the garrison´s Organizational Day on 9 October 2014.
Photos by José L. López/PAO
Members from the Directorate of Public Works proudly pose as winners of the USAG Cup as Garrison Commander Col. Caryn S. Heard and Command Sgt. Maj. Luis A. Rosario joins them, concluding the Organizational Day held at the Cabaña Recreational Area on 9 October 2014.
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GOLF COURSE
Save BIG
Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot out Tournament Saturday, November 15
Pepe Pertierra Member & Employee Tournament
The Fort Buchanan Gold Course Member & Employee Tournament was held in honor of Pepe Pertierra, a long time member that loved to play. Pepe was a great person, respected and admired by his fellow players and staff members. The tournament format was a four person scramble that consisted of one employee and three members. This has been the most popular tournament in the last few years and had full participation with a total of 44 players.
Tournament Results Gross
1st Place- Taines Claudio, Victor Gnocchi, Ivan Diaz, Ivan Torres Net
1st Place- Pablo Morales, Dennis Rivera, Alfredo Luna, Candido Rosario 2nd Place- Loren Febres, Joe Ortega, Hector Franco, Jose González 3rd Place- Jorge Higgs, Luis Montañez, José Rivera, Jaime Monge By: José Rodríguez, Golf Course Pro
Hole In One
Golf Course Member Rafael Rosario had his first ever Hole In One on October 8th, 2014 at hole #8 with a beautifully struck 7 iron. Congratulations to Mr. Rosario on a job well done!
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Registration at 8:30 am Shotgun Start at 9:00 am 18 Holes Stroke Play (Matching Score Cards Shoot out) Lunch: Thanksgiving Menu Prizes: Winners awarded with Turkeys Cost: Members $30 Guests $45 Registration deadline on Wednesday 12th at 5:00 pm. (Must have 24 paid and registered by this date.)
at the Golf Pro Shop! Friday November 28th from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm
20% off Foot Joy Golf Shoes 30% off Page & Tuttle
Wellness Golf Tournament
Saturday, November 22nd
12:00 pm Event is to promote Mental and Physical Health and Wellness. The course will be walked to promote physical activity. Carts will not be used. The Nine hole Individual stroke play event. Lunch: Chicken or Tuna Wrap, Fruits and Bottled Water Prizes: First place Men and Lady Gross Trophies for 1st place Mens and Ladies Cost: $5 Club Members $15 Non Members
Holiday Partners Tournament Saturday December 20, 2014
8:30 am Registration; 9:00 Shotgun Start Two Person Teams, 27 Hole Round Robin Format Lunch: Puerto Rican Christmas Menu Prizes: Flight winners will receive trophies. Cost: Members $40/Guests $55 Party Guests $10 Registration Deadline Wednesday, December 17th by 5:00 pm Must have 12 teams paid and registered by this date. Sign-up in advance at the golf Pro-Shop. More details by calling 787-707-3980.
Golf Apparel 15% off all other Golf Apparel A perfect opportunity to find holiday gifts for those special golfers!
Free Lunch Special with purchase of $50 or more (drink sold separately)
New Golf Membership Upgrade at Fort Buchanan Golf Course! Upgrade your one year Golf Membership for an additional $700.00 and you will receive: • Free cart rentals for the year. • Free PRGA GHIN Handicap for the year. • 20 Golf Range Tokens to practice. Golf Membership Fees: Category Individual Family Active Duty $300.00 $480.00 E1-E5 &Youth Active Duty $480.00 $760.00 E6-03 Remaining $660.00 $1,050.00 qualified Civilian $900.00 $1,400.00 Membership $700.00 upgrade For details please call the Golf Course 787-707-3980
• BOWLING NEWS • CAFÉ 151 • FOOD TRUCK BOWLING NEWS
November marks the beginning of the Season for our Junior and Adult Leagues. If you are interested in participating please call 787-707-BOWL. Every weekday afternoon from 1:00pm to 5:00pm games are $2.50 and shoes $2.75. During our afternoon special bowl, teens can enjoy Open Bowling with free shoes. Looking for something a little earlier? Stop by Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and enjoy Lunch and Bowl where you pay for one game and get another free (shoes included) when you order lunch with us. Remember, the Bowling Center will be closed on Thursday, November 27th for Thanksgiving Day. Happy Holidays and see you on the lanes! LATEST TOP SCORES: Junior- Jonathan Labrador with a game of 280; Raymond Morales with a game of 279 ; Munich Maldonado with a game of 267. Adult- Anibal Reyes with a game of 280 and a series of 728; Julio Wiscovitch with a series of 728. Well done to all of you! By: Luis Torres, Bowling Center Manager
CAFE 151 GIVES THANKS WITH NOVEMBER SPECIALS!
Thankgiving is here, and it’s a perfect opportunity to thank our customers, family, and peers alike for the unconditional love and support they give every day. We are happy to serve of our Troops, as they take great care of us. Visit the cafe and let us take care of you with our November Specials.
Pardon the Turkey
Taking a note from the Commander in Chief, we’re letting turkey off the hook this month! Drop by the Cafe during the month of November where we will feature our savory Roasted Chicken and Spinach wrap tossed in Cilantro Mayo. So tasty, you will gobble it up!
HAVE YOUR RECIPE INCLUDED ON OUR FOOD TRUCK MENU!!
Have a mouth watering recipe you’ll like everyone to try? Stop by the Food Truck during November and let us know your recipe! Winner will be picked by our chef and your recipe will be featured on the menu during January. Guidelines are: • Recipe must have the ingredient of Black Beans. Ingredient can be as a side, sauce, main dish component etc. • Recipe ballot must be filled out at Food Truck with a purchase of any menu item. • Recipes need to be relevant to the concept of the truck, ie. Tex Mex Menu. • Only one recipe per participant. • Winning recipe will be featured on the menu during the month of January. • Winner will receive one (1) free lunch in the food truck on any of the days in route with a coupon.
Delicious Desserts!
Nothing says home like the smell of spices from your favorite pie. Satisfy your sweet tooth with homemade All American Pumpkin or Apple Pie. Goes great with one of our tasty and nutritious frappes! By: Luis Pérez, Café 151 Manager
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Chaplain’s Corner
Legal Ethics Five Army National Guard Officials and One Civilian Charged With Bribery
Bribery Involved $14.6 Million in Marketing Contracts On October 1, 2014 the United States Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Virginia announced that – Four retired and one active-duty Army National Guard officials and one civilian have been charged for their alleged participation in bribery schemes related to the awarding of millions of dollars of Army National Guard marketing, retention and recruitment contracts. Two of the retired Army National Guard officials and the civilian pleaded guilty for their roles in the schemes. The National Guard Bureau can avoid a competitive bid process by awarding these federally-funded marketing contracts to Small Business Administration (SBA) certified 8(a) companies, which are minority-owned businesses. The National Guard Bureau also provides a portion of the federal funds to the state units to allocate. If you need legal advice on ethics principles applicable to federal employees, and you are a federal civilian employee of the U.S. Army working at Fort Buchanan, please feel free to call the Installation Legal Office at 787-707-5163. 8
Along with turkey, shopping, and football, November is the month of gratitude. History teaches us that at some point in pre-United States America, a group of pilgrims sat down to a sumptuous meal with a tribe of native Americans in appreciation for the help they had received to survive in a strange and hostile land. In 1863, during one of the darkest periods of American history, President Lincoln issued a proclamation for a national day of “Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens.” This was the first federal Thanksgiving holiday, a tradition that continues to this day. Interesting that Lincoln would call for a day of thanksgiving and praise. 1863 had yielded the first Federal victories in a war that had gone badly for the United States. Having finally reached a point at which the Confederate South was in retreat, Lincoln called upon the nation to ask not for strength or resolve but to render thanks. The Civil War had divided a nation. Hundreds of thousands of young men had died on battlefields within their borders. Crops had been destroyed. Fortunes lost. The nation lay in tatters, and the president asked his people to give thanks to God. Whatever suffering the greatest generation (World War II) endured, it pales in comparison to that experienced by Lincoln’s generation. Family farms, homes, and churches made up the battlefield. Brother fought against brother. Children starved. The very idea of a “united” States was at risk, and Lincoln called for thanks. Thanksgiving does not always come in the context of abundance, happiness, or even victory. It can arise in the midst of adversity, scarcity, and even defeat. The Apostle Paul was able to proclaim that he had learned to be thankful in whatever state he was in: “I can endure all things through Him who strengthens me.” Thanksgiving is not about being polite. It is not just having the right feelings. In fact, if you wait on those attributes, you may never get there. Thanksgiving is the intentional recognition that life is a gift, and this gift most often surges beyond our control. We might make ourselves rich or strong for a season, but there will be times when we are poor, alone, or weak. Thanksgiving reminds us that our lives are not our own. We owe our very existence to the One who has created us and does indeed seek our good. So this Thanksgiving, and indeed every day, let us remind ourselves that life is a gift, and whether things are going well or badly, we have hope for the days to come. We are not alone, and for that, we can be thankful. Chaplain Crawford 787-707-3405
CFC Kickoff Event held at FB Rodney Vega-Heim CFC coordinator
The mission of the CFC is to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee focused, cost-efficient, and effective in providing all federal employees the opportunity to improve the quality of life for all. This year as Fort Buchanan CFC coordinator, I have been tasked on a mission that will touch my heart for the rest of my life. We like to help those in need. Helping any charity you like, will make a difference and touch one or many lives, and when that happens, you get paid back in blessings; there is nothing better than that. Federal employees have shown an incredible amount of generosity by giving more than $7 billion through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) since the first campaign in 1964. Last year alone, more than 800,000 employees donated more than $209 million to the charities and causes they care
about, Fort Buchanan collected $50,000. I am asking for your help in making sure that this year’s campaign is also a success. The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is the world’s largest and most successful workplace giving campaign and is the only authorized solicitation of employees in the federal workplace on behalf of charitable organizations. Since the first campaign in 1964, Federal employees have donated more than $7 billion for the charities and causes that are near and dear to them. During the 2014 CFC solicitation period, I encourage you to consider giving through the CFC because: • Payroll deduction lets you spread your contribution across the entire year; • A CFC pledge gives your charity a steady source of revenue throughout the year; • It is convenient for you (in most cases, you can pledge online) and provides you with tax records; and • It shows all Americans that
Federal employees care about our communities. You will have an opportunity to make a pledge this fall. CFC funds only go to the charities that you and your fellow Federal employees designate. You can determine how much to contribute and which participating organization receives your contribution. Even the smallest donation can go a long way to making a difference in a needy person’s life. For the first time, donors have the option of giving to any of the more than 24,000 charities participating in the CFC, regardless of where they are located. To learn more about the CFC and how to make a pledge to a charity that is not listed in your local CFC Charity List, talk to the CFC key workers who will be distributing the Charity List and pledge forms in your office.
Rodney Vega (center), Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Lead Coordinator; urged participants to contribute during the CFC Kickoff Event held at the Army anf Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) main lobby on 2 October 2014. José L. López-PAO
Dan Ausbury, Antilles Middle School Music teacher, directed Middle and High School students while they performed during the CFC kickoff event held on 2 October 2014. José L. López/PAO
Cpt. Juan C. Cordon, US Army Corps of Engineers, Antilles Office, Jacksonville District, addressed participants during the Combined Federal Campaign Kickoff Event on 2 October 2014. José L. López/PAO
Tania Báez, Principal Combined Fund, Organization, “Fondos Unidos”, remarked about the importance of the everyone’s contributions, during the Combined Federal Campaign Kickoff Event on 2 October 2014. José L. López/PAO
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2 Every Sunday Family Bowling from 1pm to 5pm, 787-707-2695
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Monday through Friday Military Family Well Being Booth, ACS, 7am-4pm 787-707-3698
Every Sunday Family Golfing, Save 50% call 787-707-3980
MFLC Outreach Services at the Exchange, Rodriguez Health Clinic and the Welcome Center, 9am-12pm 787-685-3423
Advanced SCUBA class 787-707-3734
Customer’s First Choice Books and DVDs @ Post Library, 10am, 787-707-3208 Mondays thru Thursdays Teen Bowling Special @ Bowling Center, 3 pm – 5 pm 787-707-2695 Every Monday Oil Change for $8.00 at the Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972
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9 Every Sunday Family Bowling from 1pm to 5pm, 787-707-2695 Every Sunday Family Golfing, Save 50% call 787-707-3980
4 Every Tuesday Cycling Class at Fitness Center 5:30am/12pm/4:30pm 787-707-3767 Computer Orientation@ Post Library, 10am, 787-707-3208
Every Sunday Family Golfing, Save 50% call 787-707-3980 Flea Market @ the Exchange Parking Lot 10am-4pm 787-707-3974
MFLC Outreach Services at the Exchange, Rodriguez Health Clinic and the Welcome Center, 9am-12pm 787-685-3423 Every Monday : -Out of the Box 9am At Fitness Center -Yoga 10:30am at Cabaña Picnic Area 787-707-3767 Every Monday Cycling at Fitness Center 12pm/4:30pm / 6pm 787-707-3767
Every Sunday Family Golfing, Save 50% call 787-707-3980
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24 Monday through Friday Military Family Well Being Booth, ACS, 7am-4pm 787-707-3698 Mondays thru Thursdays Teen Bowling Special @ Bowling Center, 3 pm – 5 pm 787-707-2695 Every Monday Oil Change for $8.00 at the Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972
BOSS Holiday Gift Wrapping @ the Exchange Lobby, 11am-3pm, 787-707-5105
Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535
Food Truck 11am to 1pm, Crane Loop Parking area, 787-707-3535
BBQ at the Club’s Patio, 4pm 787-707-3535
Food Truck 11am to 1pm, DPW, Bldg 34 787-707-3535
Educational Groups for Military Families at the Chapel Annex, Bldg. 292, 2pm- 3pm, 787-707-3709
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Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Wed. to Fri. Lunch -A- Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11 am – 1 pm, 787-707-2695 Food Truck 11am to 1pm, Mango Tree (in front of tennis courts) 787-707-3535 Educational Groups for Military Families at the Chapel Annex, Bldg. 292, 2pm- 3pm, 787-707-3709 Registration Deadline for Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot Out , 787-707-3980
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- Cycling Class 10:30am at FitnessCenter 787-707-3767 Domestic Violence Prevention, 930am, 787-707-3698 Advanced SCUBA class 787-707-3734
Beyond the Loss Group for Military Families at the Chapel Annex Bldg. 292, 6pm787-707-3709
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Every Thursday Cycling Class at Fitness Center 5:30am/12pm/4:30pm 787-707-3767 Dealing with Family Stress and Anger, Bldg. 507, 10am-12pm, 707-787-3698 Food Truck 11am to 1pm, Crane Loop Parking (behind CPAC) 787-707-3535 Parent Advisory Group (PAG) Meeting, 5pm,Youth Center, Bldg. 148 787-707-3569 Beyond the Loss Group for Military Families at the Chapel Annex Bldg. 292, 6pm 787-707-3709 Cinema Club Movie: 7:00pm- Into the Storm 787-707-3535
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Every Friday Out of the Box at Fitness Center 9am, 787-707-3767
Every Saturday : - Yoga 9am at Cabañas Picnic Area
Food Truck 11am to 1pm, DPW, Bldg 34 787-707-3535
- Cycling Class 10:30am at Fitness Center 787-707-3767
MFLC Outreach Services at the Exchange, 11am-1pm 787-685-3423 Cinema Club Movie: 6:00pm- Hercules 8:30pm- Jersey Boys 787-707-3535 DJ Music at the Zone 7pm, 787-707-3535
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Monday through Friday Military Family Well Being Booth, ACS, 7am-4pm 787-707-3698 Food Truck 11am to 1pm, DPW, Bldg 34 787-707-3535 DJ Music at the Zone 5pm, 787-707-3535 Cinema Club BIG SCREEN movie: 7:00pm- Planes: Fire & Rescue 787-707-3535
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Army Family Action Plan at the Community Club, 8am-3pm, 787-707-3692
Army Family Action Plan at the Community Club, 8am-3pm, 787-707-3692
Food Truck 11am to 1pm, DPW, Bldg. 34 787-707-3535
New Parent Support Play Group, 930-1130, Bldg. 1140, 787-707-3698
Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535
Food Truck 11am to 1pm, Crane Loop Parking area, 787-707-3535
MFLC Outreach Services at the Exchange, 11am-1pm 787-685-3423
Food Truck 11am to 1pm, Mango Tree (in front of tennis courts) 787-707-3535
Military Family Well Being Booth, Antilles Elementary, 11am-2pm, 787-707-3698
FAP Education Booth, Bldg.1000 11am-12pm, 787-707-3698
Coupon Club @ Post Library, 11am-12pm, 787-707-3208
Bouncy Night@ the Community Club, 5pm-8pm, 787-707-5105
Gobble Gobble Pre-Turkey Ride 90min Challenge, 11:30, 787-707-3767
DJ Music at the Zone 7pm, 787-707-3535
Beyond the Loss Group for Military Families at the Chapel Annex Bldg. 292, 6pm 787-707-3709
Cinema Club Movie : 6:00pm- Step Up:All In 8:30pm- Let’s Be Cops 787-707-3535
Computer Orientation@ Post Library, 10am, 787-707-3208 Tue thru Fri: Lunch @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Food Truck 11am to 1pm, DPW, bldg 34 787-707-3535 Turkey Fun Run@ AHS Soccer Field, 4pm, 787-707-3466
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Monday through Friday Military Family Well Being Booth, ACS, 7am-4pm 787-707-3698 Monday through Friday Military Family Well Being Booth, ACS, 7am-4pm 787-707-3698 Every Tuesday Cycling at Fitness Center 5:30AM /12PM/ 4:30pm 787-707-3167 Tue thru Fri: Lunch @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Food Truck 11am to 1pm, DPW, Bldg 34 787-707-3535 Every Tues. & Thursday BINGO at the Club 6pm, 787-707-3535
Educational Groups for Military Families at the Chapel Annex, Bldg. 292, 2pm- 3pm, 787-707-3709 Military Families Children, Bldg. 1000 3:30pm-4:30pm, 787-707-3698 Storytime : “Thanksgiving Celebration” @ the Post Library, 3pm, 787-707-3208
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Army Vs. Marines Flag Football Game at Maxie Williams Field, 9:30am 787-707-5105 Food Truck 11am to 1pm, Mango Tree (in front of tennis courts) 787-707-3535 Every Wednesday Cycling at Fitness Center 12pm/4:30pm / 6pm 787-707-3767 Educational Groups for Military Families at the Chapel Annex, Bldg. 292, 2pm- 3pm, 787-707-3709 Month of the Military Family Celebration @ the Community Club Parking Lot, 5pm-8pm, 787-707-5105
Movie at the Library- National Geographic: Live from Space @ the Post Library, 6pm
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Thanksgiving TO-GO @ the Community Club, 8am-10:45am 787-707-3535 Thanksgiving Lunch @ the Club 11am- 1pm 787-707-3535
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Indian Cave Kayaking Trip, 7am, 787-707-3734 Every Saturday : - Yoga 9am at Cabañas Picnic Area - Cycling Class 10:30am at Fitness Center 787-707-3767 Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot Out Golf Tournament, 9am Shotgun start 787-707-3980 Flea Market @ the Exchange Parking Lot 10am-4pm 787-707-3974 Turkey Trot 5K Race @ Community Club, 787-707-3767
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Every Saturday : - Yoga 9am at Cabañas Picnic Area - Cycling Class 10:30am at Fitness Center 787-707-3767 Wellness Golf Tournament, 12pm,787-707-3980 Basic SCUBA class 787-707-3734
Basic SCUBA class 787-707-3734
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Black Friday Sale @ the Golf Pro Shop, 6am-5pm, 787-707-3980
Every Saturday : - Yoga 9am at Cabañas Picnic Area
Lunch @ The Club 11am-1pm
- Cycling Class 10:30am at Fitness Center 787-707-3767
DJ Music @ The Zone 7pm 787-707-3535
BOSS Holiday Gift Wrapping @ the Exchange Lobby, 11am-3pm, 787-707-5105
Cinema Club Movie: 6:00pm- If I Stay 8:30pm- The Expendables 3 787-707-3535 YS Soccer League Registration Deadline 787-707-3569
WEEKLY EVENTS: • Mondays & Wednesday- Cycling class 12:00pm/4:30pm/6:00pm at Fitness Center •Tuesdays & Thursdays Cycling Class 5:30am/12:00pm/4:30pm at Fitness Center • Saturdays - Cycling Class 10:30am at Fitness Center • Monday, Wednesday & Fridays - Out of the Box 9:00am at Fitness Center • Mondays, Tuesdays & Saturdays - Yoga Class at Cabañas Picnic Area (Mon. 10:30am/Tue. 5:30pm/Sat. 9:00am) • Wednesday - Pilates 7:00pm at Cabañas Picnic Area • Monday & Thursday – Teen Bowling Special, 3:00 pm at Bowling Center • Tuesday thru Friday- Lunch Offerings 11:00am-1:00pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Tuesdays & Thursdays- BINGO 6:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Thursdays & Fridays BBQ, 4:00 pm, at the Community Club & Conference Center • Wednesdays thru Fridays - Lunch-A-Bowl, 11:00 am at Bowling Center • Fridays -Cinema Club, 6:00pm & 8:30 pm at Community Club & Conference Center Calendar subject to change. For updated version:
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Tue thru Fri: Lunch @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535
Army Family Action Plan at the Community Club, 8am-3pm, 787-707-3692
BINGO Every Tues. & Thursday at the Club, 6pm, 787-707-3535
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Every Sunday Family Bowling from 1pm to 5pm, 787-707-2695 Basic Scuba Class, 787-707-3734
Dealing with Separation, 8:30am, Antilles Elementary, 787-707-3698
New Parent Support Play Group, 9:30am-11:30am, Bldg. 1140, 787-707-3698
Thursdays Teen Bowling Special @ Bowling Center, 3 pm – 5 pm 787-707-2695
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Food Truck 11am to 1pm, Mango Tree (in front of tennis courts) 787-707-3535
Tue thru Fri: Lunch @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535
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Monday through Friday Military Family Well Being Booth, ACS, 7am-4pm 787-707-3698
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Mondays thru Thursdays Teen Bowling Special @ Bowling Center, 3 pm – 5 pm 787-707-2695
Every Monday Oil Change for $8.00 at the Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972
Every Sunday Family Bowling from 1pm to 5pm, 787-707-2695
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COMMUNITY RECREATION DIVISION
Flea Market Fun
Hunting for a toy from your childhood that’s no longer made? A mix of old and new, you’d be surprised what treasures await! Come see what you can find on Saturday & Sunday, November 15th and 16th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Exchange Parking Lot. Who could pass up shopping in a festive atmosphere with DJ music and a food kiosk to enjoy? Reserve your table before November 10th to avoid late fees. For more information call 787-707-3974.
Fall for Bouncy Night
November 21st at the Community Club starting at 5:00 pm skip traffic for a bouncy good time.
Paper Planes and a Movie
BOSS Program will be teaching kids how to make paper planes on Friday November 14th from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Stick around after to watch Planes: Fire and Rescue PG on the BIG Screen at 7:00 pm. 787-707-5105
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SPORTS & FITNESS • OUTDOOR RECREATION Fitness Center NOVEMBER CLASSES
GOBBLE GOBBLE PRE-TURKEY RIDE Thursday November 20th at 11:30am 90 minute Indoor Cycling Ride.
TURKEY TROT 5K RACE
Saturday November 15th 4:30 pm at the Community Club AGE GROUPS: Children both genders 0-12 Female Youth: 13-15, 16-18 / Male Youth 13-15, 16-18 Female: 19 -24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65 & over. Male: 19-26, 27-35, 36-45, 46-54, 55-63, 64 & over Free of cost: for Army Active Duty, National Guard, Army Reserve, Marines, Navy Reserves and DoD Civilians attached to Fort Buchanan Fee: $5.00 for employees & other Military not attached to Fort Buchanan $8.00: Others For additional information and registrations call 787-707-3767
SCUBA CLASSES
ADVANCED SCUBA CLASS AT AGUADILLA
Date: November 1 and 2 Cost: $135.00 (Equipment not included) Lodging is Required
Toys for Tots
Give joy to a child this Holiday season and bring a new, unwrapped gift to the game at the Army VS Marines Flag Football Game. Donators will receive a free lunch. Giving never tasted so good!
THREE DAY SCUBA BASIC CLASS Date: November 21, 22, 23 Cost: $150.00 (Equipment included)
TRIPS
KAYAKING TRIP TO INDIAN CAVE Date: Saturday, November 15 Place: Arecibo, PR Includes: Transportation, Kayaks, Safety Equipment, Tour guides and Refreshments. Cost: $38.00 Departure: 7:00 am Requirements: Participants must be in good physical condition.
CAVERNS & WRECKS SCUBA SPECIALTY CLASS
Date: December 4, 5, 6, 7 and 13 Cost: $150.00 (Equipment included) For more information and registrations call Outdoor Recteation at 787-707-3734.
Gift Wrapping
From concealing to appealing, there are so many reasons to wrap a gift. But there’s no reason at all to do it poorly. If you’re all thumbs when it comes to gift wrapping let BOSS do it for you. Bring your gifts to the Exchange Lobby area from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on:
November 29th and 30th December 6th, 7th, 13th and 14th For more details call 787-707-5105
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CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES Congratulations, Newest Members of 4H!
4-H, administered by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture of the USDA, is a 6.5 million member organization with the goal of developing citizenship, responsibility and life skills in youth. CYSS would like to congratulate the 24 newest inductees to Fort Buchanan’s Chapter of 4H. During the ceremony, the program officers addressed the new inductees. Vice President, Ana, spoke about the organization and its purpose, as well as how each member can make a difference in their communities. Kristal, secretary, then led the inductees in the recitation of the 4H creed followed by a brief history of the organization. Finalizing their induction, Odemaris Torres, CYPA, helped the group of new members recite the 4H pledge. At the close of the induction, the proud new members were presented with a certificate and a 4H t-shirt to serve as a memento for this special day. In addition, the children selected different activities that sparked their interest such as Cooking Club, Eat for Life, Science Club and Power Hour. Make the best Better!
By Evelyn De La Cruz, Outreach Services Director
SOCCER LEAGUE Ages 4 to 18
Registrations until November 28th at CYSS Parent Central Services Office, Bldg. 1301-G, Mayagüez Barracks. League starts on December 15th from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Fee: $40.00, updated physical required Eligible: AD/DoD, Federal, NG, Reserve and Retiree Dependants. Call 787-707-3787/3434
TURKEY FUN RUN Tuesday November 18th
at AHS Soccer Field, 4:00 pm, Free of cost. For children all ages. For more details call 787-707-3466
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YOUTH SPORTS CALLING ALL VOLUNTEER COACHES
Impact a child’s future. Become a coach. Make a difference.
CYSS Sports Program is looking for coaches for the upcoming soccer, baseball, and volleyball seasons. If interested, please contact CYSS Youth Sports Office at 787-707-3466. All candidates will receive training on Child Abuse and the National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA) Certification training, both paid for by Youth Sports. Background checks will be required prior to the start of any season. Volunteer registration is at ACS Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator, Ms. Dávila at 787-707-3365.
CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES
Changes in Child, Youth and school Services Program’s Fees for School Year 14-15
The Army CYS Services Fee Ranges SY 14-15 will be implemented in November 1st, 2014. Changes in SY 14-15 Fee Policy include: Slight increase or decrease in nine Total Family Income (TFI) categories. Overall the increase may be from two dollars to ten dollars per month. Customers are scheduled to come to the CYS Services Parent Central Services office at Bldg. 1301-G Depot Rd. PCS office staff will review the TFI and fill out the DD Form 2652 (Application for DoD Child Care Fees). Required documentation will be the current Leave and Earning Statement (LES)/W-2 Form or previous year Income Tax return, and/or any other income from people living in the same house that provides support to the children of that family, spouses/ partners or blended families. For additional information contact 787-707-3787/3541. Please see below the Fort Buchanan Standard Cost Fee Structure SY 14-15. STANDARD COST FEE STRUCTURE - SCHOOL YEAR 2014-2015 SY 14-15 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS (CDC) MONTHLY FEE CHART (2 Week Vacation Option)
Total Family Income Categories
CAT 1 CAT 2 CAT 3 CAT 4 CAT 5 CAT 6 CAT 7 CAT 8 CAT 9 - CAT 9A***
$0-$30,466 $30,467-$36,993 $36,994-$47,873 $47,874-$59,841 $59,842-$76,162 $76,163-$88,079 $88,080-$103,622 $103,623-$129,572 $129,573 + $129,573 +
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Part Time*
$244 $314 $382 $444 $514 $560 $582 $600 $618 $896
$170 $220 $268 $310 $360 $392 $408 $420 $432 $628
Part Day Pre-School** 5 Day 3 Hr
$110 $142 $172 $200 $232 $252 $262 $270 $278 $404
3 Day 3 Hr
$66 $84 $104 $120 $138 $152 $158 $162 $166 $242
2 Day 3 Hr
$44 $56 $70 $80 $94 $102 $106 $108 $112 $162
STANDARD HOURLY RATE: $4.00 Multiple Child Reductions and Total Family Income Categories do not apply to Hourly Care. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Patrons who do not disclose financial information pay Category 9 fees. MULTIPLE CHILD REDUCTION (MCR): 15% MCR is offered to the 2nd and subsequent children in regularly scheduled programs. Full fee is charged for the child in the most expensive care option, e.g., Full Day CDC care vs. SAC. 15% MCR is offered to 2nd and subsequent children in Youth Sports programs occurring during the same season. CAT 9 DoD Contractors are not eligible for the MCR. LATE PICK-UP FEES: Family fee of $1.00 per minute for first 15 minutes; $15.00 maximum, then $5.00 for next 45 mins per child/site. If Family has children at different sites, late pick-up fees are assessed per site. Fee is payable before the child is readmitted to care. LATE PAYMENT FEES: Payment for regularly scheduled Full Day, Part Day/Part Time and Before/After School Care is due by the 5th business day of the payment cycle. For services billed twice a month (1st and 15th), a one-time $10.00 per child late payment fee will be assessed on the 6th business day of each missed payment cycle. For any regularly scheduled activities billed on a monthly basis, a one-time late payment fee of $20.00 per child will be assessed on the 6th business day after the 1st of the month billing. *PART TIME CARE: Applies to specialized Part Time programs; includes Part Time Kindergarten care (for children attending a part day [AM or PM] Kindergarten program). **PART DAY PRESCHOOL: Also applies to Installations that operate on a 4 day a week schedule (e.g. 4 Day 3.5 Hrs) ***CAT 9A: Includes Cat 9 DoD Contractors.
CYSS Youth Center Multipurpose building in the works
On October 16th the Fort Buchanan working group met with the IMCOM project manager Mr. Joe Ledlow and the contractors to discuss the construction of the new CYSS youth center multipurpose building (CDC, SAC and MST). We are looking forward to having this state of the art facility built and ready to be occupied two years from now.
STANDARD COST FEE STRUCTURE - SCHOOL YEAR 2014-2015
SY14-15 SCHOOL-AGE CARE (SAC) and KINDERGARTEN (K) MIDDLE SCHOOL/TEEN (MS/T) MONTHLY FEE CHART Total Family Income Categories
CAT 1 CAT 2 CAT 3 CAT 4 CAT 5 CAT 6 CAT 7 CAT 8 CAT 9 - CAT 9A**
Before & After
Before
After
Part Time* Kindergarten
SAC/K Camp (Weekly)
MS/T Before Camp (Wkly)
$134 $172 $210 $244 $282 $308 $320 $330 $340 $492
$54 $70 $86 $100 $116 $126 $130 $134 $140 $200
$80 $102 $124 $144 $166 $182 $190 $194 $200 $292
$170 $220 $268 $310 $360 $392 $408 $420 $432 $628
$56 $72 $88 $102 $118 $129 $134 $138 $142 $206
$28 $36 $44 $51 $59 $65 $67 $69 $71 $103
$0-$30,466 $30,467-$36,993 $36,994-$47,873 $47,874-$59,841 $59,842-$76,162 $76,163-$88,079 $88,080-$103,622 $103,623-$129,572 $129,573 + $129,573 +
OCCASIONAL USER RATES: Hourly Rate: $4.00, limited to 5 hrs./week. DAILY RATES: Up to 4 hrs./day: $16.00; More than 4 hrs./day: $30.00 MIDDLE SCHOOL/TEEN OCCASIONAL USER DAILY RATE: $16.00; Hourly Rate: $4.00, limited to 5 hrs./week. Multiple Child Reductions and Total Income Family Categories do not apply to Occasional User Hourly or Daily Rates.
YOUTH SPORTS (YS) SEASON FEE CHART Category
Sports
Additional Information
Season Fee
Developmental Sports
All Sports for Ages 3 - 5
$20
Category A
Soccer, Flag Football, Cheerleading, Basketball, Volleyball, Track & Field, Dodge Ball
$40
Category B
Baseball, Softball, Wrestling
$45
Category C***
Tackle Football, Lacrosse, Ice Hockey, Competitive Swimming, Golf, Field Hockey
$65
*** Category C Fees are locally determined but must be equal to or greater than amount shown. FOR SPORTS NOT LISTED: Contact IMCOM Sports POC for appropriate Category.
YOUTH SPORTS (YS) SEASON FEE CHART
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Patrons who do not disclose financial information pay Category 9 fees. MULTIPLE CHILD REDUCTION (MCR): 15% MCR is offered to the 2nd and subsequent children in regularly scheduled programs. Full fee is charged for the child in the most expensive care option, e.g., Full Day CDC care vs. SAC. 15% MCR is offered to 2nd and subsequent children in Youth Sports programs occurring during the same season. CAT 9 DoD Contractors are not eligible for the MCR. LATE PICK-UP FEES: Family fee of $1.00 per minute for first 15 minutes; $15.00 maximum, then $5.00 for next 45 mins per child/site. If Family has children at different sites, late pick-up fees are assessed per site. Fee is payable before the child is re-admitted to care. LATE PAYMENT FEES: Payment for regularly scheduled Full Day, Part Day/Part Time and Before/After School Care is due by the 5th business day of the payment cycle. For services billed twice a month (1st and 15th), a one-time $10.00 per child late payment fee will be assessed on the 6th business day of each missed payment cycle. For any regularly scheduled activitiesmbilled on a monthly basis, a one-time late payment fee of $20.00 per child will be assessed on the 6th business day after the 1st of the month billing. MIDDLE SCHOOL/TEEN (MS/T): Before School Supervision Monthly Fee = SAC "Before" Rate. *PART TIME CARE: Applies to specialized Part Time programs; includes Part Time Kindergarten care (for children attending a part day [AM or PM] Kindergarten program). **CAT 9A: Includes Cat 9 DoD Contractors.
Parent Advisory Group (PAG) Meeting
Thursday, November 13th at the Youth Center Bldg. 148. Some of the topics to be discussed; • CYSS New SY 2014-2015 Implementation
• Late Pick Up Policy (Applies to all CYSS Programs)
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The Fort Buchanan Fire Department, Fire Chief wants you to know... The kitchen is the heart of the home, especially at Thanksgiving. Safety in the kitchen is important, especially on Thanksgiving Day when there is a lot of activity and people at home.
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DES BLOTTER For the Month of September 2014 “Snapshot” of Incidents
Two Shopliftings at the Main Exchange (PX).
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Five Traffic Accidents reported at the PX/DECA parking lot due to improper backing R One Criminal Trespassing
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Traffic Violations for the month: 14 Traffic Tickets The most common violations are failure to stop at the stop sign, reckless driving and use of cell phone.
Entries in the DES Blotter are not necessarily adjudicative or prosecutorial in nature and do not always involve criminal charging by a prosecutor or in a criminal court.
Two FB Brigadier Generals Inducted to IADC´s Wall of Honor José L. López Public Affairs Office
Brig. Gen. José R. Burgos, Commander, 1st Mission Support Command and Brig. Gen. Hector López, 8th Army Wartime Chief of Staff were inducted into the Inter-American Defense College‘s Wall of Honor on 3 October 2014. Excerpts from the The Inter-American Defense College (IADC) website: The IADC is located on Fort Lesley J. McNair. The IADC is an international educational institution operating under the aegis and funding of the OAS and the Inter-American Defense Board. It provides a professionally oriented, multidisciplinary, graduate-level course of study. The IADC Wall of Honor honors those graduates who have attained the rank of at least general or admiral as well as those who have reached the heads of ministries or the office of president in their respective countries. Since its inception in 1962 the Wall of Honor has seen more than 800 graduates reach the
rank of general or higher and more than two dozen have gone to become ministers of defense. Three graduates have become presidents of their respective nations. Brig. Gen. José R. Burgos stated “It is an honor being selected because both of us are officers who have achieved a place in the Academy’s history. It is not only an honor for me to represent the 1st MSC and the Army Reserve, but also Puerto Rico. We will always be remembered at the Academy.” Brig. Gen. Hector López said, “I feel very proud and humbled by this recognition because we both are occupying a place of honor in which Presidents from
this hemisphere, as well as Ministers of Defense and other General Officers are a part of .“ Both Burgos and López echoed on the importance of junior officers staying their course and confronting the challenges of command. The Army Leadership’s future lies on its junior officers. Many of them may like to know how to reach this achievement. Burgos said officers must look for the hard jobs and tackle them. “Look for command positions; do things without expecting recognition; strive to be the best in what you do. These are the things that will give you the edge. ” López mentioned the need to be consistent, have character, and to compete to be the best. “Research the requirements needed to move forward in your career, be proficient in military and civilian education and demonstrate you have the qualities needed to be an officer.” There is no greater achievement than being remembered in history. Puerto Ricans continue to leave their mark in the military as they have in many other venues.
Fort Buchanan Fire Department, Directorate of Emergency Services, observed Fire Prevention week from 5-11 October 2014. Sparky, the Fire Dog, presented Angel Negrón with Fire Safety informative material at the Army and Air Force Exchange Food Court on 7 October 2014. José L. López/PAO Sparky, the Fire Dog, presented Joann with Fire Safety informative material as he visited the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security on 6 October 2014. Fire Prevention week was observed from 5-11 October 2014. José L. López/PAO
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ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE ARMY FAMILY ACTION PLAN
NOVEMBER 18th - 20th • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fort Buchanan Community Club & Conference Center Everybody is eligible to submit ISSUES concerning the Quality of Life at Fort Buchanan. WRITE YOUR ISSUES NLT: November 14th Use the AFAP Issue Form. Drop them at the AFAP Issue Boxes located at Fort Buchanan’s: • Garrison HQ, Bldg. 390 • Welcome Center • 1st MSC Family Center • Pentagon Federal Credit Union • Rodríguez Army Health Clinic • Golf Course • Community Club & Conference Center • Bowling Center • CCU • Fitness Center • Exchange ( Main Store) • Post Library • Commissary You may also participate in the AFAP Process by Volunteering to be: • Delegate • Facilitator • Computer Transcriber • Recorder • Issue Support Person • Subject Matter Expert For additional information call or e-mail : 787-707-3692, angel.l.castroolivera.civ@mail.mil or 787-707-3290, ernesto.berrios.civ@mail.mil
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Respect and Honor our Gold Star Families
Please remember, respect and honor our Fallen military heroes and the sacrifice and strength of their surviving families who wear symbols of honor --Gold Star and Next of Kin lapel buttons. When you see someone wearing a Gold Star or Next of Kin pin take time to thank them for their sacrifices and offer words of support and encouragement. Learn more about how you can support Gold Star families at www.GoldStarPins.org.
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE • POST LIBRARY
Family Advocacy Program Classes in November
Military Family Well-Being Booth
Resilience Training for Family Members, Soldiers and Civilians
This training aims to increase self-awareness, self- regulation, optimism, mental agility, character strengths and connections. December 1st thru 5th, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at Bldg. 511, Depot Road, Fort Buchanan. Eligibility: Military ID card holders and DoD Civilian employees. For reservations or more information please call: 787-707-3290/ 3682 / 3295 /3692
• Monday, thru Friday all month at Army Community Service, Bldg. 390, first floor. • Thursday, November 20th, Antilles Elementary School, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
New Parent Support Morning Playgroup
Wednesdays, November 5th & 19th, Bldg. 1140 from 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Relocation Readiness Program is looking for Spanish Teacher Dealing with Separation Thursday, November 6th, at Antilles EleCross-Cultural Volunteer Requirements: If you are interested in volunteering for this position you must have the following qualifications: • Educational academic background and experience teaching Spanish • Experience teaching adults • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions • Ability to organize tasks • Ability to communicate effectively with the public • Volunteer is required to speak and write Spanish and English For more information please call 787-707-3682
POST LIBRARY Customers’ first choice:
New books and DVD selections, November 3rd, 10:00 am Author of the Month: James Patterson books available for check-out. Story Time: Wednesday, November 19th, 3:00 pm. Theme is Thanksgiving Celebration. Children of all ages are welcome and should be accompanied by an adult. Computer Orientations: Tuesdays, November 4th and 18th at 10:00 am to assist customers in accessing public computers and reference resources. Library Coupon Club: Thursday, November 20th, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm come learn how to save money on your grocery bill, where to find and organize your discount coupons to maximize your savings!
New at Your Library:
Mángo Languages— Mango Languages is a fun, fast, and effective way to learn a new language with over 60 foreign-language courses and 17 English lessons.
English lessons. Whether they’re patrons, students, employees, or kids, Mángo Languages helps them learn new languages and connect with new cultures (over 60 of them!). To learn more aboutMángo Languages visit the Library.
National Native American Heritage
Month Commemoration: Theme Native Nations: Continuing into the New Millennium. A platform for native people to share their culture, traditions, music, crafts, dance, and ways and concepts of life. We honor Native Americans at the library with a display of books and DVD’s available for checkout.
WiFi
mentary School, 8:30 am
Dealing with Stress and Anger
Thursday, November 13th, at Bldg. 507, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
CYSS Educational Booth
Friday, November 21st at CDC/SAC, Bldg. 1000, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Military Families
Wednesday, November 19th, CDC/SAC, Bldg. 1000, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm More details at 787-707-3698
Book of the Month 1491: New Revelations of the America’s Before Columbus by Charles C. Mann A groundbreaking study that radically alters our understanding of the Americas before the arrival of the European in 1492. Movie at the Library:
National Geographic: Live from Space, 90 minutes, Thursday, November 20th at 6:00 pm. National Geographic goes out of this world to film in a multi-billion dollar studio that’s 250 miles above the Earth’s surface. The 90-minute special broadcasts live from the International Space Station and from Mission Control in Houston in March 2014, taking viewers on a trip around our planet.
now available at the Post Library for our patrons. For more information call the Post library at 787-707-3208.
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UPR-M Cadets Earn Scholarships
Cpt. Angel J. Ríos ARMY ROTC UPR-PONCE
12 September 2014- As the job market is getting tougher and college costs remains the rise; many students are looking to the military as an alternative path to a career after high school graduation. However, joining the military does not have to mean giving up a college education. If you’re looking for a way to serve your country while achieving your goal of earning a college degree, a Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) program might be right for you. During the School Year 2014 welcome ceremony hosted by the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez (UPR-M) ROTC program, also known as the “Bulldog” Battalion, Cadets Zuleydi Ríos, José Morales, and Victor Vélez were awarded the prestigious United Sates Army ROTC scholarship. The cadets were selected to receive the scholarship this year from a pool of over 500 students who comprise the battalion. Over $110,000.00 combine worth of college tuition were awarded to the cadets on a merit basis, reflecting academic achievement, extracurricular activities, physical fitness, leadership abilities, and personal interviews. “In today’s world, not to many college students are able to say that they have a job line-up two years before graduation,” Cadet Victor Vélez, currently pursuing an engineering degree at UPR-M. “It is definitely a burden that I am able to take off my parents shoulder,” Vélez explained. “We are thrilled to recognize these cadets with the scholarship award,” said Ltc. Robel Ramírez, Professor of Military Science at UPR-M ROTC. “As a prior ROTC cadet, I know firsthand, how hard these cadets worked at their respective schools and communities in order to merit a so coveted award,” said Ramirez. ROTC programs allow students to earn a degree while receiving financial relief from the military. After graduation, students begin service as officers in the U.S. Army either as active, reserve, or national-guard officer. Whether you have just completed high school or are midway through your college career, there are ROTC opportunities currently available. These competitive scholarships are awarded on academic merit and personal performance. “The amount of financial support you receive will depend on the specific program you participate in. UPR-M ROTC students usually receive full funding for tuition, books, housing and personal expenses for the years of college they agreed in their respective contracts. 20
These scholarships are quite competitive, and are based on academic performance, not financial need,” said Mr. Pedro Rosario, UPR-M Recruitment Officer. “Students who do not receive a full scholarship, still eligible to apply for outside scholarships and other opportunities within the UPR-M ROTC program like for example the cadet living stipend based on his/her current level,” said Rosario. If you’re unsure whether a military commitment is right for you, check out our battalion website at www.bulldogrotc.org.
(L to R) Master Sgt. Delgado and Lt. Col. Ramirez present to Cdt Rios an ROTC Scholarship check with a value of $41,992.00.
(L to R) Master Sgt. Delgado and Lt. Col. Ramirez present to Cdt. Morales an ROTC Scholarship check with a value $32,067.00.
(L to R) Master Sgt. Delgado and Lt. Col. Ramirez present to Cdt Velez an ROTC Scholarship check with a value $39,250.00.
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Friday, December 5th, 2014
Community Club Parking Area, 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Starting with a Community Parade! Live Band: Tropical Groove
DJ Music • Ice Skating Rink Free Photos with Santa & the Three Kings • Big Screen Movie • Typical Food Kiosk • Games • Inflatables • Children’s Show: “Shabum” FREE!
787-707-3974 / 5105