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Joint Base Journal Vol. 6, No. 5

February 6, 2015

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NAVSEA employees return to Navy Yard home

BY BRIAN LESHAK NAVSEA PUBLIC AFFAIRS

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY SCOTT ADAM WEBB

Beverly Hilarides, in the time-honored tradition of Navy shipbuilders, christens the Humphreys Building, Building 197, during a ceremony at the Washington Navy Yard. The event marks the first time employees are returning to work in the building nearly 17 months since the tragic events of Sept. 16, 2013.

From the Archives Editor’s Note - This story originally appeared in the Feb. 5, 2010 issue of the Joint Base Journal. This week marks the fifth anniversary of the consolidation of Naval Support Facility Anacostia and Bolling Air Force Base. The two separate, but adjoining military installations were consolidated in 2010 based on the recommendations of the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure Commission (BRAC). JBAB became one of 12 joint bases formed throughout the country as a result of the 2005 BRAC.

BY MARILYN C. HOLLIDAY 11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE

Feb. 1 marks the first day of the initial operational capability phase of the joint basing implementation process for Joint Base AnacostiaBolling.

In commemoration of the historical event, Air Force and Navy

Forty-three million seconds, 725,000 minutes, 12,000 hours, 504 days, 72 weeks or one year, four months and seventeen days. However the time is interpreted, it is a long time to be away from home, but that is how long employees from the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) have spent away from theirs, since the tragic shootings of Sept. 16, 2013 at the Washington Navy Yard (WNY).

NAVSEA Commander Vice Adm. William Hilarides officially opened the doors to the command’s newly renovated workplace during a christening ceremony held Feb. 2 on the steps of the Humphreys Building, Building 197.

“Seventeen months ago we got knocked down. But, we didn’t stay down. We returned to work, kept NAVSEA going, supported the fleet, the Navy and each other,” said Hilarides during the christening ceremony.

“We did so thanks to numerous people both at the Navy Yard and in the neighborhood. Though today is about looking forward and getting back to where we belong, we’ll never forget those we lost that terrible day. They will always remain a part of us, the Navy, and NAVSEA.”

Following Sept. 16, employees were displaced across the Washington D.C. metro area as authorities conducted a multi-month investigation inside Building 197.

A decision was quickly made to renovate the building upon conclusion of the investigation, but it would be more than a year before the workforce could return.

With employees working in borrowed workspaces in neighboring commands or teleworking from home, NAVSEA leadership worked feverishly to find a way to bring the workforce back together under one roof until the Humphreys Building could be repaired and renovated.

Coincidentally, just a few blocks away, at Buzzard Point in Southwest Washington, D.C., members of the U.S. Coast Guard were vacating their headquarters building and moving to a new location.

NAVSEA leadership worked with the General Services Administration to put together an occupancy agreement allowing NAVSEA to temporarily move into the building. The 850,000-square foot building, dubbed by employees as “NAVSEA West,” would serve as a temporary workplace for nearly 2,800 employees until renovations

See NAVY YARD, Page 4

One team moving forward; Anacostia, Bolling begin transition to joint base members greeted Anacostia and Bolling employees and residents at base entry gates today. The event was followed by a symbolic handshake between the two commanders during a meeting that included leaders from all associate units.

“We are all in - one team moving forward,” Air Force Col. Cedric George, 11th Wing commander, said. “The Air Force and the Navy are in the middle of a deliberate process to vet all functions, leveraging the best practices of both services to guarantee there’s no decrease in service or care to our outstanding customers. Customers may see a different face or uniform, but the superior customer service must remain the same, no matter who is providing the service.”

Offices transitioning in during the next three months are: Administrative Management and Executive Office, Records Management,

Postal Services, Supply, Storage and Distribution (non-munitions), Installation Movement, Honors and Protocol, Public Affairs, Management Analysis, Airfield Operations, Small Arms Range Management and 11th Services Division members and Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation.

“We are all working hard to set up Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling for mission success,” Navy Capt. John Sears, Naval Support Washington commanding officer, said. “The Air Force and the Navy will work together throughout the implementation process to ensure we maintain or improve quality of life and our sense of community.”

IOC kicks off the transition that will be completed by full operational capability, which is Oct. 1, 2010. The period between IOC and

See TRANSITION, Page 6

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO BY THOMAS DENNIS

Navy Capt. John Sears (right), Naval Support Washington commanding officer, shakes hands with Bob Burkel of Burkel Construction, inside the Joint Visitors’ Center on Bolling Air Force Base. Captain Sears and Col. Cedric George (center), 11th Wing commander, welcomed base workers and visitors as a symbolic gesture Feb. 1, 2010, kicking off the start of the joint basing process.

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Police sergeant takes over crime prevention at JBAB

BY JEREMY K. JOHNSON JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Sergeant Bianca Burgos took over the role of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) crime prevention officer Dec. 28.

The crime prevention officer works with the community and base security to implement plans and policies aimed at reducing crime and keeping JBAB’s employees, personnel and residents safe.

Burgos began her career in security as an Airman with Air Force security forces. After completing her service at nearby Joint Base Andrews, she obtained a degree in criminal justice.

She came to JBAB about a year ago where she served as a member of the base police, working shifts at the gates and patrolling the streets.

Before taking over the crime prevention program, she was promoted from corporal to sergeant.

For Burgos, a 25-year-old native of Brooklyn, New York, the appointment is the next step in her career at JBAB and with it, she’s got her hands full.

“I work with the reports and analysis section, which is Mrs. Elizabeth,” she explained. “She’ll send me over stats and certain things that happen on base like larcenies, issues that happen in the fitness center, things being stolen, vehicle traffic parking issues, breaking and entering - all those things.”

Prevention involves outreach to school-age children through programs like McGruff the Crime Dog.

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY NICOLE M. WOODS

Sgt. Bianca Burgos, JBAB crime prevention officer, speaks with children as part of a McGruff the Crime Dog outreach event at JBAB Youth Center, Jan. 23.

“We’ll get a volunteer to dress up and we’ll go out to the youth center like we did [Jan. 23], and we’ll do a safety presentation,” she said. “We’ll talk to the kids about safety precautions at home, outside (e.g., if they see a weapon), bullying - things like that. The ‘before’ fact of crime, you could say, and how to prevent certain things.”

Crime prevention program outreach also extends to residents and base workers. One of the ways she

says this will happen is through community town hall meetings.

“Reaching out to the residents and establishing community meetings will allow them to express their concerns to us, so that we can put preventative stuff in place and work with them to address a lot of their issues,” she added.

“This can be graffiti and vandalism that they might have in the neighborhood they’re living in, traffic issues (people who are constantly speeding on a specific road

Maternity care procedures for mothers at JBAB

BY NICOLE M. WOODS

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Pregnancy and childbirth can be an overwhelming experience, but knowing maternity care procedures and where you will deliver shouldn’t be.

Mothers living at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) can expect to receive the majority of their routine care at the base clinic, with the exception of a few visits to Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center located 12 miles away at Joint Base Andrews, and delivery at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, 13 miles away.

“They don’t have to go offbase to receive most of their care, just a small amount,” said Cathy DeMichiei, woman’s health nurse practitioner with the 579th Medical Group.

Expecting mothers will meet their Primary Care Manager (PCM) for their initial exam at JBAB and receive all pertinent information regarding their pregnancy and scheduling subsequent appointments.

After the initial exam, moth-

ers are then referred to the clinic at Andrews for an OB (obstetrics and gynecology) orientation and education overview, in addition to taking an ultrasound.

“We will follow them clear through their pregnancy until they are at 36 weeks,”said DeMichiei, “then we send them over to Andrews for the last few visits, before they deliver, because the clinic here does not have non-stress tests or ultrasound machines yet.”

DeMichiei explained that once a mother has her educational meetings out of the way and has met with a nutritionist, she will receive additional information about labor and delivery, baby boot camp, and a tour of the Fort Belvoir hospital.

“We also provide them with their pre-admission paperwork so that everything is taken care of ahead of time, and to make the transition very smooth for them,” she said.

The clinic at JBAB also provides pre-conception counseling and pre-conception care, as well as starting mothers on prenatal vitamins.

After delivering, new mothers return to JBAB for all post-partum care where their newborns will be seen at the pediatric clinic on base.

With the help of an electronic medical record accessed by all three medical facilities, the mother’s primary care team is in constant communication, explained Nurse and Flight Commander for Medical Services, Air Force Maj. Karri Roman.

“Most expectant parents just want to have a sense of understanding, and that’s the key,” Roman added. “When you find that provider that listens to you, you develop that rapport and comfort, and the important thing for patients to remember is that these providers are highly trained and here to help.”

According to DeMichiei, knowing what to expect when it comes to maternity care is essential, because prenatal care is very important for the health of the baby. If the mother understands what’s available to her and what her options are, she can make the best choices for her.

or during a specific time), maybe even issues with their neighbors.

A lot of the time, they either don’t report it, or if they do get reported, they’re not really followed up on.

So, I can go out and follow up and see if there are any other issues.”

As an example of what base police and leadership can address to meet everyone’s safety needs, Burgos noted that vehicle entry procedures are commonly misunderstood. She plans to incorporate this topic into the next town hall, happening this month.

“One of the common errors is people thinking that if their visitors and guests are following in their car behind them, that it’s ok to just ‘follow on’ without going through the pass procedure,” said Burgos. “It’s an easy mistake. It happens a lot, but, that’s not how we’re supposed to address it. You can’t just ‘follow on’ behind the escort. You still have to go through the pass procedure.”

The primary way she’ll be reaching out to JBAB residents in between town halls is through a partnership with the base housing office.

“If I have a big message to give out to the residents - maybe an upcoming meeting,” she said, “I will work with [the housing office], since they are able to send out mass emails to their residents.”

Because she’s new to the job, Burgos said she’s a little intimidated by the work ahead of her.

“Other crime prevention and police services programs are usually manned by three or more peo-

ple. I know over at Andrews - where I still have friends from when I was stationed there - their police program is crime prevention and it’s manned by three sergeants,” she offered. “I’m a one-man unit here taking over the whole thing, and, with it being fairly new, it’s a lot of building from scratch. There’s a lot of coming up with my own ideas and networking.”

Despite that feeling, she was quick to point out her time at JBAB as an advantage - noting that her experience here will work in her favor.

“I think it’ll definitely be beneficial. Working the gates and the road, I’ve had the chance to meet people who come through the gate and network,” she said. “It will help me with this because a lot of it is just reaching out to other base residents and base workers. A lot of times when I go to introduce myself as the new crime prevention officer, they’ll say ‘Hey I remember you from the gate’ or ‘I remember you - you responded here.’ It builds a positive relationship with them.”

Burgos said this is the right place for her and fits with her career path, one she’s been on since she was very young.

“Since I was little, I’ve had the police mindset - that I always wanted to grow up and be a cop. I joined the military, security forces in the Air Force, and when I got out of course I wanted to stay in the same career field. So I went federal and that’s what brought me here to JBAB.”

Military Extension Internship Program tours JBAB

U.S. NAVY PHOTOS BY NICOLE M. WOODS

Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Bill Tortolano, a violinist with Air Force Strings, guides college interns on a tour of the band’s facility Jan. 28 while teaching them about the Air Force’s rich history and traditions in music. The group came to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling as a part of the Military Extension Internship Program (MEIP). The program helps university students gain professional skills through unique, real-world work experiences with military child and youth programs as they embark on a career at a military installation. For most of the interns this was their first time on a military installation. Participants were given a “windshield” tour of the base with stops at the Air Force Honor Guard, Child Development Center II and Youth Center.

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JBAB Chapel offers retreats to combat life’s stressors

BY ERIC D. RITTER

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The healthy spiritual well-being of service members isn’t a new concept to the military. Mental health and spiritual programs have been around for years for the military. They’ve improved greatly in scope and accessibility as issues like PTSD continue to be identified as major negative impacts on a service member’s career and personal life. However, not every service member is aware of all the programs that are offered to them.

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) Chapel sponsors dozens of retreats a year through the CREDO program (Chaplain’s Religious Enrichment Development Operation) to help address many issues and to enrich the lives of service members and their families.

“CREDO actually began in the 1970s in San Diego as a way for troops returning from Vietnam to grow emotionally,” said JBAB Chaplain and CREDO Director Navy Cmdr. Bill Middleton. “Back then, the CREDO acronym stood for Chaplain’s Response to the Emerging Drug Order. It was simply a small program that had organized trips into the mountains around San Diego where the service members could go to find a more tranquil place.

It has grown so much since then.”

He added, “CREDO is on every Navy base and major Marine Corps facility now.”

There are three major CREDO retreats offered. There’s the Personal Resiliency Retreat, Marriage Enrichment Retreat and one for dealing with PTSD. Middleton explained that CREDO retreats are open to all active service members, reserve component members on active orders and their families.

The Marriage Enrichment Retreat, similar to the Army and Air Force’s Strong Bonds Workshop, focuses on deepening a married couple’s commitment and self-understanding of each other. “We have about 18 of those a year that accommodate 15 couples each,” Middleton said. “We hold the retreats at [a hotel] in Crystal City with the room and food included at no cost to those attending. We do these events off-site in civilian clothes, and we use

first names, because we don’t want the attendees to have work on their mind while at the retreat.”

The second retreat is the Personal Resilience Retreat. Middleton said it is geared more toward the single service member.

“We go on trips to areas away from the city so that participants are provided a stress-free space and given the opportunity for self-reflection on themselves,” he said.

At those two retreats, participants analyze the Myers & Briggs personality test, which is administered at registration, to get a feel as to who they are. They are then separated into likeminded personality groups to discuss the strengths and challenges with their personality types.

The third retreat is for PTSD and is held in Annapolis, Maryland. It is coordinated with Navy BUMED (Bureau of Medicine and Surgery) and the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

“This retreat focuses on those with significant PTSD,” Middleton said. “We need to make sure these folks adapt better in their home life.”

Middleton added that those retreats are much smaller than the other ones.

“We do four or five of these retreats a year with much fewer people. We found it’s more effective for those suffering from PTSD to work in smaller groups. It’s not very healthy to have too many severe PTSD sufferers in a room at the same time.”

The chapel also offers several other spiritual and personal-growth classes like suicide awareness and prevention classes, which are offered to commands upon request.

Middleton said sign up for the retreats is easy.

“All you need to do is contact someone at the Chapel, either by phone, email or in person. Then we will send you a registration form as well as the link to the Myers & Briggs test to complete before you come to the retreat.”

Middleton stressed that even though the retreats are of no cost to the service member or family members, they are unable to accommodate childcare arrangements for attendees.

For more information or to sign up for a retreat, call the JBAB Chapel, (202) 767-5900/5902 or email, CREDO.NDW.fcm@navy.mil.

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Washington Wizards cheerleaders, mascot visit JBAB Youth Center

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To kick off the beginning of JBAB’s Military Youth Athletic Conference basketball season, members of the NBA Washington Wizards organization came to the JBAB Youth Center gym to put on a pep rally to get the kids, coaches and parents excited to kick off the season. The Wizard’s cheerleaders, the Wizard Girls, cheered on the players and crowd and posed for pictures while the Wizards’ mascot, G-Wiz, delivered some laughs and some motivation for the young JBAB dribblers. To cap off the evening, the players and their families were treated to an assortment of giveaways.

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Presidential Proclamation — American Heart Month 2015

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

In the United States, cardiovascular disease — including heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure — is responsible for one out of every three deaths. It is the number one killer of American women and men, and it is a leading cause of serious illness and disability. Across our Nation, we have lost devoted mothers and fathers, loved siblings, and cherished friends to this devastating epidemic. During American Heart Month, as we honor their memories, let us recommit to improving our heart health and continuing the fight against this deadly disease, for ourselves and our families.

Americans of all backgrounds can be at risk for heart disease and stroke — and nearly half of all adults have at least one major risk factor. However, individuals who are at high risk often do not know

it, and data suggest that many people who experience sudden cardiac death do not act on early warning signs. That is why it is important to understand the risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as obesity, inactivity, and diabetes, and to keep your blood pressure and cholesterol under control. By maintaining a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and not smoking, you can control risk factors and help protect your heart. To learn more about cardiovascular health, talk with your healthcare provider and visit www.CDC.gov/heartdisease.

My Administration is committed to leading a new era of medicine — one that delivers the right treatment at the right time — and to ensuring Americans live longer, healthier, more productive lives.

That is why earlier this year, I announced the Precision Medicine Initiative. This bold new effort will revolutionize how our Nation fights disease by investing in re-

search that will enable clinicians to tailor treatments to individual patients. Additionally, in 2011 we launched Million Hearts, an unprecedented effort that is bringing together Federal Agencies, non-profit organizations, and private-sector partners to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes by 2017. We are working to enhance clinical care, bolster disease prevention programs, and empower individuals and communities to make healthy choices, demonstrating that improving the health system can save lives.

More information on these important initiatives is available at www.NIH.gov/precisionmedicine and www.millionhearts.HHS.gov.

At the same time, First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! initiative is encouraging young people to develop heart-healthy habits from an early age, and the Affordable Care Act is allowing more families to access quality, affordable health care. New pro-

Carbon monoxide safety tips COURTESY OF THE JOINT BASE ANACOSTIABOLLING SAFETY OFFICE Carbon monoxide (CO) is a gas. It has no odor and it is poisonous. It can make a person feel sick and it can be deadly. In the home, heating and cooking devices that burn fuel can be sources of CO. It is called the silent killer because the gas cannot be seen or smelled. Take action to stay safe from CO positioning.

Carbon monoxide alarms

• CO alarms should be installed outside each sleeping area. Install alarms on every level of the home. It is best to use interconnected alarms so that when one sounds, all CO alarms in the home sound.

• Follow the instructions on the package to properly install the CO alarm.

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were completed. “The building really fell into our laps and it could not have come at a better time,” said Hilarides.

With employees back together under one roof, the temporary move to NAVSEA West was symbolic of the workforce collectively taking their first step forward together. The year that followed would prove difficult for many, both emotionally and logistically.

“We’ve been here for a little more than a year now and we’ve obviously had our challenges, coming and going, but it’s been a good year, a year to prepare ourselves, both spiritually or emotionally to go back,” said Capt.

Karin Vernazza, director, NAVSEA Total Force Management,

• Test CO alarms at least once each month.

• Replace CO alarms according to the instructions on the package.

• Know the sounds the CO alarm makes. It will sound if CO is detected. It will make a different sound if the battery is low or if it is time to get a new CO alarm.

• If the battery is low, replace it.

• If the CO alarm sounds, you must get fresh air. Move outdoors, by an open window or near an open door. Make sure everyone in the home gets to fresh air.

Call the fire department from a fresh air location. Stay there until help arrives.

• When warming a vehicle, move it out of the garage. Do not run a fueled engine indoors,

even if the garage doors are open.

Make sure the exhaust pipe of a running vehicle is not blocked.

Clear snow away from the pipe.

• During and after a snowstorm, make sure vents for the dryer, furnace, stove and fireplace are clear of snow build-up.

• Clear all debris from the dryer, furnace, stove, and fireplace vents.

• A generator should be used outdoors. Use in a well-ventilated location, away from windows, doors, and vent openings.

• Gas or charcoal grills can produce CO. Only use them outside.

• Have heating equipment and chimneys inspected by a professional every year before cold weather sets in.

• Open the damper when using a fireplace for adequate ventilation.

• Never use your oven or stove to heat your home.

one of the NAVSEA employees who returns to the Navy Yard this week. “I believe we’re stronger and better prepared to handle the challenges ahead.

“Over the past year we have grown closer as a result of the incident and we are committed to our mission to get the job done. That’s what we’re all about, supporting the fleet, so now it is about going back to where we belong - in the Navy Yard.”

NAVSEA’s workforce will continue to transition back to the Navy Yard in the coming weeks.

The last wave of employees is scheduled to return by the end of March. While it won’t be the first time many employees have been in the building, it will have a new look and feel.

In addition to repairing the damage, building renovations were also made. They include a new main entrance, a remem-

brance area and redesigned atriums. NAVSEA’s renovation team also made a concerted effort to maintain the historical facade of the building.

Hilarides explained that among his priorities of helping to restore normalcy, he wanted to ensure the building had a new sense of space, felt safer and brighter for employees and also had a space for employees to reflect.

“The Remembrance Area inside the building is the physical manifestation of that truth. It’s also a place where those of us who were physically and emotionally affected by the 16th can go for quiet reflection and healing,” said Hilarides. “Getting to this day hasn’t been easy. It’s been a long road - physically, mentally and emotionally but we’re back. Our work home is complete.”

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tections under the law require most insurance plans to cover recommended preventive services without copays, and they prevent insurers from denying coverage due to a pre-existing condition like heart disease.

On Friday, February 6, Michelle and I invite all Americans to join in marking National Wear Red Day. By wearing red, we help raise awareness of cardiovascular disease and provide an important reminder that it is never too early to take action to protect our health. This month, let us reaffirm our resolve to fight this epidemic and continue our work to build a brighter future for our families.

In acknowledgement of the importance of the ongoing fight against cardiovascular disease, the Congress, by Joint Resolution approved December 30, 1963, as amended (77 Stat. 843; 36 U.S.C. 101), has requested that the President issue an annual proc-

lamation designating February as “American Heart Month.”

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim February 2015 as American Heart Month, and I invite all Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on Feb. 6. I also invite the Governors of the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, officials of other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, and the American people to join me in recognizing and reaffirming our commitment to fighting cardiovascular disease.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of January, in the year of our Lord two thousand fifteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-ninth.

BARACK OBAMA

Boss and Buddy event held at Bolling Club

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY NICOLE M. WOODS

Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Kloeppel connects with newly promoted Air Force Tech Sgt. Jason Berg and his fiancé, Jennifer Covino, during a Boss and Buddy event Jan. 30, held at Bolling Club’s Wing Bar & Grill.

Boss and Buddy is a military tradition that provides an informal opportunity for senior leadership and supervisors to connect with juniorenlisted airmen, while also celebrating their recent promotions and accomplishments, over food and refreshments.

“It’s a way for us to establish that camaraderie and to build that bond of a military workmanship,” said Kloeppel.

Berg said it’s a nice event because junior-enlisted airmen frequently do not get a chance to connect with senior leadership.

“There is a bunch of leadership here that I don’t get to see often, that are higher up in my chain of command, so it’s good to hear their insight on things - and even just to talk to them,” explained Berg. “I was just talking to Chief Kloeppel and he’s prior weapons like I was. So, it’s kind of nice because otherwise you probably wouldn’t get to talk about that with them.”

Corrections Jan. 23 issue: In the story “Breast Cancer Support Group reaches out to JBAB community,” Demetrica Jefferis was identified as Air Force Master Sgt.; Jefferis is a Senior Master Sgt. Jan. 30 issue: In the story “JBAB Police offer assistance at ‘Right Place, Right Time,’” Malcolm X Blvd. was spelled incorrectly.

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Warfighter & Family Readiness Programs & Events Stay Connected!

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Special Events

Navy-Air Force Half Marathon & Navy 5 Miler

MWR is excited to announce that the 4th Annual Navy-Air Force Half Marathon and 12th Annual Navy 5-Miler has opened registration!

The half marathon and 5-miler will take place at 7 a.m. on Sunday, Sept.

20 on the grounds of the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C. Register today for the best price!

The Runner’s Expo and Packet PickUp are scheduled for Sept. 18-19.

Visit navyhalf.com for more details.

Black History Month Luncheon

Feb. 10 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Bolling Club, Capital Ballroom Celebrate a “Century of Black Life, History, and Culture” at this special awareness luncheon featuring guest speaker, Gen Larry O. Spencer, VCSAF. Tickets on sale now at Warfighter & Family Readiness, Brookley Ave, Bldg. P-12. For more information please call 202767-6794 or 202-767-7710. Walkins not accepted.

Paint Nite

Feb. 12 | 6-8 p.m. | Bolling Club, Wing’s Lounge Back by popular demand! Sip cocktails with friends and unleash your inner Picasso during Paint Nite! Our master artist instructor will guide you through your painting so that you come up with your own unique masterpiece. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be available. Cost: $40 (Includes everything you will need, canvas, paints, brushes and even a smock).

Space is limited. Please call 202-767-6794 to register.

Dining

Champagne Sunday Brunch

Feb. 8 | 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bolling Club Enjoy the BEST Champagne Brunch in the capital region! Club Members: $17.95; Non-Members: $22.95

Valentine’s Day Dinner – Make your reservations today!

Feb. 14 | 5-8 p.m. | Bolling Club | 202.767.6794/6792 Meals include a complimentary glass of wine. Meal selection must be made upon reservation.

Club Members: $85; Non-Members: $95, prices are per couple.

Meal Choice #1: Tomato Bisque, Caprese Salad, Fried Lobster Ravioli, Beef Wellington and Strawberries and Cream Meal Choice #2: Cream of Asparagus Soup, Baby Mixed Green Salad in a Cucumber Bowl, Brie En’Croute, Pan Seared Salmon and Tart for All Seasons Meal Choice #3: Cream of Asparagus Soup, Caesar Salad, Phylo Wrapped Shrimp, Stuffed Breast of Chicken and Chocolate Baby Bundt Cake

Spinz at Potomac Lanes Bowling Center

Enjoy a new spin on food with hand-crafted burgers and sandwiches, signature pizzas and wings. Spinz also offers a variety of healthy and vegetarian menu items such as the Greek salad, fresh veggies with hummus and the Veggie Patch sub!

2-for-1 Steak Night

Every Thursday | 5-8:30 p.m. | Bolling Club, Wings Bar & Grill Choose from a juicy 12oz rib eye or New York strip steak, tossed or Iceberg wedge salad and baked russet potato, sweet potato, French fries or rice pilaf and chef’s choice vegetables. Catch of the day or grilled boneless chicken breast is also available.

Club Members: $24.95 for two people; Non-Members: $24.95 per person.

Entertainment First Friday

Feb. 6 | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | Bolling Club, Washington Dining Room Featuring DJ Bob Ski and free hors d’oeuvres from 5-7 p.m. for club members! $10 for non-members.

Play Bingo at Potomac Lanes

Win up to $8,000 per game and daily prizes! Sign up for VIP Bingo Payer’s Card today at Potomac Lanes!

Cosmic Saturdays

Every Saturday | 8 p.m.-12 a.m.| Potomac Lanes Bowling Center Unlimited bowling and shoe rental for only $15; $12 for active military personnel and their families.

Recreation Niagara Falls Weekend

June 11-15; Register by March 6 | ITT Office; 202-404-6576 Spend the weekend in Niagara Fall, Ontario Canada. Stay at the Radisson Hotel & Suites, overlooking Horseshoe Falls. Price includes motor coach transportation and a three night hotel stay.

• Jacuzzi Suites (Couples only): $554 • Falls view Room: $515 • City view Room: $438 For more information contact the ITT Office at 202-404-6576.

Woodshop Now Open!

Arts & Crafts Center | 202-7676997 | Arnold Ave, Bldg. 4472 The woodshop is now open to all DOD ID cardholders every Tuesday and Thursday from 2-8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 per hour.

Framing Classes

1st and 3rd Saturday every month | 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | 202-7678560 Learn the tricks of the trade

by Magdalene’s Custom Framing so you can preserve your special memories. Cost $50, plus sup-

plies. Couples receive 10 percent off class price. Also, stop by to check out the Valentine’s Day specials!

Register online at www.challengersports.com Cost: $175 half day; $250 full day

Personalized Gifts

Start Smart Baseball (Ages 3-5)

Give that special someone a unique gift with a personalized message from the Engraving Shop, located at Arts & Crafts, Bldg. 4472. Call 202-767-6997 for pricing and details.

Hit the Slopes

Rent or tune up your ski/snowboard gear at Outdoor Recreation - 202-767-9136 / 202-369-7476.

Giovannoli Way, Bldg. 928

Ski/Snowboard Equipment

Snowboard Package (1st Day): $25 Ski Package (1st Day): $25.

Additional days for each Package: $10 Boots: $8 Poles: $5 Skis/Snowboard: $15 Snow Shoes: $12 Helmet: $2 Services Tuning: $10 Edging: $8 Waxing: $7 Calibrating: $10 Complete Tuning: $25

Child & Youth Programs

Season: March 20-April 24 | JBAB Tee Ball Field, Giesboro Park Registration: Jan. 1-Feb. 28 online at www.mywfr.com Cost: Free

MYAC Baseball #3

Season: April 6-June 26 | Field

Registration: Jan. 1-Feb. 28 online at www.mywfr.com Cost: $50, includes jersey, pants and baseball cap

Liberty Center

Walking Dead Watch Party

Cooking with Liberty

Every Friday | 5 p.m. | Library, Children’s Room Featuring a popular, Navy Motion Picture Service (NMPS) G, PG and occasionally PG-13 rated movie. Complimentary theater style popcorn will be served. Any child under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at least 16 years of age.

Weekly movies will be posted at the circulation desk and outside mobile marquee.

Youth Sports Registration Little League Baseball

Season: March 16-June 20 | Field #3 Registration: Registration: Jan. 1-Feb. 28 online at www.mywfr.com Cost: $50, includes jersey, pants and baseball cap

Challenger British Soccer Camp

Season: March 13-July 17 | Field #3 Registration: Jan. 1-Feb. 28 |

DTAP 13.

Feb. 6, 9 a.m.-10 a.m., Bldg.

Resume Writing Workshop

Feb. 7, 9 a.m.-noon, Bldg. 13

Transition GPS

Video Game Night

Movie Madness

Employment Assistance/ Transition Assistance

Liberty Ski Trip

Every Wednesday | 10:30 a.m. | Library Please bring your yoga mats and enjoy this free program offered through MWR! Every Friday | 4:30-6:30 p.m.| Library Play games for Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3 or X-BOX 360 totally free!

All classes are open to activeduty service members, spouses, retirees and civilians. To register, please call the Military and Family Support Center, 202767-0450. To view a complete schedule, visit MyWFR.com or the MWR Smartphone App, ABSalute. The Military Family Support Center is located at 118 Brookley Ave., Bldg. 13, Suite 100.

VA I & II

Feb. 8 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center Could you survive the Liberty apocalypse? Join Liberty for the mid-season primer of the Walking Dead. Best dressed zombie will win a prize. Test your skills in Liberty Zombie Kill Contest.

Mommy & Me Yoga

Military & Family Support Center

Enterprise Hall, Bldg. 72 | 202685-1802 Eligibility: E1-E6 Single, unaccompanied active duty military Feb. 7 | 9 a.m. | White Tail Ski Resort Join Liberty for our ski trip as we venture to White Tail Ski Resort for a full day of hitting the slopes!

New Orleans Style Feb. 10 | 5:30 p.m. | Enterprise Kitchen, Bldg. 72, 2nd floor To celebrate Mardi Gras, Liberty will be serving up dishes best known in New Orleans. So let the good times roll and join us for this free cooking class.

Ice Skating in the City!

Feb. 15 | 12 p.m. | $6 Spend Valentine’s Day on ice with the one who melts your heart. Join Liberty for a day of ice skating and shopping at Pentagon Row. A great way to spend Valentine’s weekend with the one you love.

Fitness & Sports TRX Swing Challenge

Feb. 9 | 5 a.m.-8 p.m. | Fitness Center I, 202-767-5895 This is a full body exercise challenge on the TRX suspension bands. Participants will attempt to swing for 60 seconds with perfect form.

Housing Services Center

HOMES.mil is a new official Department of Defense (DOD) website, dedicated to helping service members, families, and DOD civilians find housing. www.cnic. navy.mil/HOMES.

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Feb. 9, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bldg. 13 Feb. 9-13, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Bldg. 13

Meet the Employer

Feb. 11, 8 a.m.-noon, Bolling Club

Life Skills Tots, Tumble, & Talk

Feb. 10, 9:45-11:45 a.m., Youth Center

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Feb. 11, 9 a.m.-noon, Bldg.

Tots, Tumble, & Talk

Feb. 12, 9:45-11:45 a.m., Youth Center

Building Healthy Relationships

Feb. 12, 1-2 p.m., Bldg. 13

Personal Financial Management Raising Financially Fit Kids 13

Feb. 10, 230-3:30 p.m., Bldg.

Credit Management 13

Feb. 11, 230-3:30 p.m., Bldg.

Car Buying 13

Feb. 12, 230-3:30 p.m., Bldg.

Relocation Assistance Right Start

Feb. 11, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Bldg. 13

Volunteers Volunteer Training 13

Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-noon, Bldg.

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Max Impact performs live on local TV

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Bolling Club Wedding Expo today

BY JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS Bolling Club will hold a “Wedding Expo” today to showcase its catering and location services for weddings, conference, retirements and other special events.

The event takes place today, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Capital Ballroom.

Admission is free and hors d’oeuvres will be served to showcase the club’s catering menu.

For information on the Wedding Expo or the club’s services, contact Aurelia Glenn by email at aurelia.glenn@navy.mil.

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FOC is known as the implementation phase.

“The implementation phase allows the joint base commander and supported component commanders to work closely to integrate people into the joint base structure while learning new joint base processes,” Captain Sears said.

Between IOC and FOC there are about 285 Air Force members who will embed with the Navy for joint basing and about 672 Air Force civilians who will transfer to the Navy. The majority of Bol-

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY ERIC RITTER

The United States Air Force Band’s rock group, Max Impact, performs for a live broadcast on local WJLA and News Channel 8 at JBAB, Feb 4. The news outlets came to JBAB to interview the band about their role in supporting the Super Bowl opening ceremony as well as discussing the overall mission of the band. A full story will be in the Feb. 13 issue of Joint Base Journal.

ling’s authorizations will support the joint base.

There are 22 Navy military members and 441 Navy civilians who will combine with the Air Force to create the joint base.

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling is one of 12 locations where DODdefined installation management functions will come together to form joint bases. By creating joint organizational and basing solutions, DOD will facilitate multiservice missions, reduce waste, save money, and potentially free up resources to recruit quality people, modernize equipment and infrastructure, and develop the capabilities needed to meet 21st Century threats.

For more news from other bases around the Washington, D.C. area,

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Active shooter preparedness

BY DONNA CIPOLLONI NAS PATUXENT RIVER PUBLIC AFFAIRS

It’s everyone’s nightmare. But while the chances of your encountering an active shooter situation may be slim, unfortunately, it’s not improbable.

The first thing to remember are three simple words: escape, evade, engage.

“Get out as soon as you can, any way you can,” said Capt. James Williams, Naval District Washington police training officer assigned to NAS Patuxent River.

Williams suggests employees familiarize themselves with their work area so they can develop their own escape plan.

“In times of stress, even a familiar area can become unfamiliar,” he said. “Know your area well. Don’t just know where doorways are, but locate windows, stairwells or even a loading dock as a means of exit.”

If there’s an elevator nearby, don’t choose it as your first method of escape.

“They’re slow and you’re in a confined space,” Williams said. “You may not know when the door will open or who will be on the other side.”

Before leaving a building or area, try to take your cell phone and grab your ID if possible, but don’t spend a lot of time doing so, Williams warned.

If there is no route of es-

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In the event of an active shooter situation at NAS Patuxent River, it’s not just security forces who need to be prepared. Everyone should familiarize themselves with what they need to do by visiting www.dhs.gov/active-shooter. cape, then hide. “Leave a conference room or lunch room, if possible” Williams said. “Rooms where large numbers of people might gather are what shooters look for. Hide wherever you can to avoid being seen.”

If hiding isn’t an option, then barricade yourself with whatever is nearby.

“Know the furniture you can move in your office, if necessary,” Williams said.

“Block the doorway with desks and file cabinets, but if that’s not possible, then at least place debris in their

way. Think outside the box.

Pile up chairs, boxes, books, computers, office machines - whatever might slow them down. Block exterior windows also so no one can see you inside. Cover them with paper, if necessary.”

While in hiding, work as a team but put someone in charge. If there’s anyone injured, do your best to help them and let police know about the situation, if you can. Consider marking a window somehow to identify where the injured party is located.

Gather information about the shooter: Is there more than one? What type of weapons? What are they wearing?

Do you know their identity or

why they’re there?

When security officers arrive, ask them to slip an ID under a doorway or phone dispatch and verify the of-

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Wherever you encounter police officers, cooperate fully and follow their directions to the letter. Don’t grab at anyone and do not interfere.

“When we enter a situation like that,” Williams said, “we do not know what’s going on and everyone is considered a threat until it can be sorted out. You may be asked to get down on the ground or even be handcuffed. Cooperate for everyone’s safety.”

As an absolute last resort, you may be forced in some situations to engage the shooter.

“Pick up anything you can to use as a weapon, but remember you’re going into a gun fight with basically your bare hands,” Williams said.

“If you decide to engage, then don’t stop until that person is neutralized or disarmed because, once you engage them, you become their target.”

To read more about active shooter preparedness, visit the Department of Homeland Security website at www.dhs. gov/active-shooter.

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