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NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, MARYLAND VOLUME 70, NUMBER 38
Celebrating 70 years of community partnership
October 10, 2013
Museum looks at naval history in Calvert County
By Donna Cipolloni Tester staff writer
Just across the river from Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Calvert Marine Museum tells the tales of the culture and natural history of Southern Maryland, including a glimpse of little-known naval activity. At Pax River, we’re familiar with the installation’s origins — how the Navy claimed the land in 1941 from the town of Pearson and the large plantations at Cedar Point — but those displaced in St. Mary’s County were not alone. The same thing happened across the way in Calvert County when land was acquired to build Solomons Annex and the Amphibious Training Base. “The Navy established two bases on the Calvert side of the river and, almost overnight, the area was transformed from a sleepy watermen’s community to a huge area of naval activity,” said Richard Dodds, curator of maritime history for Calvert Marine Museum . Solomons Annex, the current site of Naval Recreation Center Solo-
Patuxent River Appreciation Days
Photo from National Archives, Washington, D. C., 80-G-285104; courtesy of Calvert Marine Museum
Gun drill on a mockup of a landing craft at the Amphibious Training Base, Solomons, September 1944. Between 1942 and 1945, the Solomons complex — which was the nation’s first amphibious training base — prepared more than 65,000 servicemen for engagements in the European and Pacific Theaters of War. mons, was first used by the Navy in early 1941 when the Naval Ordnance Laboratory (NOL) moved in as the
first occupant of the complex. At that time, NOL established the Naval Mine Warfare Test Station,
which provided research, development, testing and evaluation of the mine warfare and countermeasures
Oct. 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Solomons Island Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD) celebrates its 36th year with free admission to the Calvert Marine Museum; two music stages featuring live performances; arts and crafts festival; and environmental activities and displays that include live animals. Children can build their own toy boats while the whole family can enjoy free boat cruises or row canoes in the boat basin. The annual PRAD Parade — with a one mile route along Solomons Island Road — begins at 2 p.m. Sunday. For all the details and a daily schedule of events, visit www.pradinc.org. program of the Navy, Dodds explained. Not far away, the Amphibious
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Newly minted captain makes history By Tara N. Strickland Tactical Airlift, Adversary and Support Aircraft Communications Support (PMA 207) When Cmdr. Eric Washington joined the U.S. Navy 20 years ago, he dreamt of making a difference through honor, courage and commitment. Now, two decades later, his dream is realized as he becomes the first AfricanAmerican to attain the rank of captain in the Reserve Full Time Support (FTS) Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer (AMDO) community. At an Oct. 1 ceremony in the atrium of the William A. Moffett Building, Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Rear Adm. C.J. Jaynes, the program executive officer for the Air ASW, Assault and Special Missions Programs (PEO (A)), and Washington’s wife, Jossie, attached captain shoulder boards to
Washington’s uniform. “Throughout his career, Eric’s met every challenge head on and has proven himself to be an innovative and inspiring leader,” Jaynes said. “This is an incredibly proud moment for Eric. To be able to punctuate your advancement in a stellar career as a first within your peer group makes this momentous occasion even more special.” Active-duty and retired members of the AMDO community, Washington’s coworkers as well as family and friends were witness to the historical event. Initiated in 1990, Reserve AMDOs serve as experts in Navy Reserve personnel management systems and aircraft systems acquisition and sustainment. This blend of skills brings an added strategic depth to naval aviation engineering, acquisition, logistics and maintenance at affordable cost. Additionally, this group of officers maintains knowledge of contracted lo-
gistics, naval aviation airworthiness and maintenance, and 14 Code of Federal Regulations (Aeronautics and Space) practices and policies. Since inception, the FTS AMDO community has promoted fewer than 30 officers to the rank of captain. “When you set standards, the odds don’t matter,” Washington said. “The pursuit of excellence transcends a person’s race, religion or gender. “Regardless who has come before me, what they look like or where they’ve come from, the Navy Sailor’s Creed recognizes that we are bound by things much more important like core values, a fighting spirit, and a commitment to excellence,” Washington said. “Among countless other factors, the Sailor’s Creed aids in creating an environment in which we all can succeed.” Originally from the Bronx, N.Y., Washington earned his commission through Aviation Officer Candidate School in 1993. He completed Aviation
Maintenance Officer School in 1994 after attending South Carolina State University for mechanical engineering. “My plan was to gain experience in the Navy for four years and then transfer to the commercial sector,” Washington said. “My wife would like to say she made me stay in the service, but the truth is, I felt like I was contributing to something bigger than myself and truly enjoyed naval aviation maintenance.” His diversified experience stems from assignments at the organizational, intermediate, type-commander and systems command levels. Washington’s naval career includes tours with Patrol Squadron 10 and Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Six, both in Jacksonville, Fla.; Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department, New Orleans; Commander, Naval Air Forces Reserve, San Diego; Commander, Fleet Readiness Centers and Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), both
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Program Executive Officer for Air ASW, Assault and Special Missions Programs, Rear Adm. C.J. Jaynes, right, and Jossie Washington attach boards to Capt. Eric Washington’s uniform during his promotion ceremony Oct. 1 at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. Washington is the first African-American in the Reserve Full Time Support Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer community to achieve the rank of captain. housed at NAS Pax River. Washington currently serves as deputy program manager for Tactical Airlift, Adversary and Support Aircraft Program (PMA 207)’s Fixed Wing and Operational Support Aircraft program, which includes seven of the 10 type-model aircraft managed by the program.
“Eric is an exemplary naval officer,” said Capt. Michelle Guidry, PMA 207 program manager. “Our program office has benefitted greatly from his leadership. I know he will continue to strive for excellence as a new senior officer in the U. S. Navy.”
See Captain, Page 14
Happy 238 Years US Navy
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From the CO: Morning commute All Stars team up
By Capt. Ben Shevchuk Naval Air Station Patuxent River Commanding Officer
Over the past week I’ve received a number of complaints from drivers and base leaders about traffic congestion. I understand the process of getting on base has been frustrating recently and I regret the longer commutes that so many are experiencing. I value each employee’s time and recognize the significant impact that traffic delays have on the important missions taking place at NAS Pax River. Your NAS staff is working to provide secure and efficient procedures for base access. While it may not make traffic problems easier to bear, I want to inform you of several factors relevant to the immediate difficulties we’ve seen on our roads. The Sept. 16 attack at the Washington Navy Yard brought about additional Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures as the focus on security was intensified at all Navy bases. Additional emphasis came through an Integrated Vulnerability Assessment that was conducted at our NAS in late September by NCIS. We are implementing appropriate security operations across the installation and ask for your cooperation. The NAS is adding se-
Help speed up the entry process by following the tips below: 1) Have your Common Access Card (CAC) readily available for the sentry to check *before* you get to the checkpoint. 2) Make sure your CAC is up to date and make sure everyone in the vehicle has an appropriate government-issued ID card ready to present. 3) Consider carpooling. Most of the cars driven at Pax River are occupied by a single individual. Every car we can remove from the lines makes it easier on everyone. 4) Stagger work hours as much as possible. The majority of employees arrive between 7 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.
for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Immediate gate changes to help bring employees on board: 1) Gate 1 Commercial Vehicle Inspection personnel will augment Gate 1 sentries by serving in the normal lanes when not performing inspections. 2) Gate Two high traffic configuration will be in place from 6 - 9 a.m. to provide an extra lane for inbound traffic. 3) Gate Three will be open from 5:30-9 a.m. for inbound and outbound traffic. 4) 100 percent ID checks of all personnel in a vehicle will be conducted at random time blocks, assigned by the Security Officer. curity personnel, but the process has been complicated by hiring freezes, furloughs, budget reviews, and the government shutdown. While our tenants provide auxiliary security forces to augment our security department and Sailors from NAS departments plus up our gate guards during peak traffic hours, these units are also dealing with manning cuts of their own that reduce their ability to support. These elements influence our efforts as we strive to reduce the traffic jams. As always, I appreciate your suggestions and patience. *Please remember that contractors with base access are not authorized to serve as sponsors or escorts for passengers in their vehicles. Security personnel will always ask
U.S. Navy photo by Donna Cipolloni
There are many factors that can impact the morning commute. See how you can help lessen the wait time. all occupants to show ID that authorizes base access when a vehicle is driven by a contractor. Our Pax Promise expresses my priorities:
Active Safety; Assertive Security; Amazing Services. We are dedicated to supporting you as you advance the future of naval aviation.
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Donned in pink, the All Stars flag football team start October by showing their support for breast cancer awareness month. The team’s awareness initiative was headed up by Rodney Fields, Marcus DePriest, Robert Bender, Stephen Lowry and Jeremy Taylor.
TSP’s Golden Egg By Jim Walsh Naval Air Station Fleet and Family Support Center Personal Financial Manager
Investing for your retirement is one of the most important actions you can make for your long-term financial and mental health. Even if you receive a military pension, it still may not be enough to retire with the standard of living you desire. The Thrift Saving Plan (TSP) is one of those tools available to the military and civilian government workforce that can help you support the lifestyle you wish. Here are some of the highlights of the program: Simplicity - Five core investment options. Diversification - Four of those five options give exposure to the entire U.S. stock market, most of the international stock market, and the U.S. aggregate bond market. A special government fund (G) that yields longer term bond returns without any loss of principal. Lifecycle funds that own all five core investments, rebalance automatically, and become more conservative over
time - all for no additional costs. Ultra low costs - Less than 0.027 percent annual administration costs. I want to expand on this last bullet point. You may contribute to retirement savings for another 20-30 years and then draw on those funds another 20 plus years once retired. It’s feasible that you won’t use the last dollars from retirement savings for another 30-50 years. Fees charged for managing your savings, especially over a long period, have a significant impact that is important for you to consider. Illustrated below are the fee amounts accumulated by a TSP plan participant paying 0.027 percent a year, versus a company managing my retirement savings and charging 1 percent a year — assuming 7 percent annualized return on $5,000 annual contribution over 30 years.
Fee Comparison: Plan Cost (in %) Account Value (GT)30 years
TSP 0.027 $470,016
Private 1.0 $395,291
Jim Walsh The TSP plan participant ends up with a nest egg worth nearly $75,000 more, thanks to the low fees. Imagine the disparity in savings if we considered more, expensive management fees than the modest 1 percent used in this example. The administrative fees charged by TPS are often half, or less, of what most private sector funds charge to maintain your accounts. There are many retirement and investing options for members of the military and Federal Government civilian employees. Careful consideration must be taken when choosing the right options for each individual based on their own circumstances. Have a financial question? Submit financial questions to james.walsh1.ctr@navy.mil and include “Money Talk Question” in the subject line.
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Webster Outlying Field, the early years Troublesome runway
By Pat Woodburn Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Dec. 7, 1941 — the bombing of Pearl Harbor — was a moment of awakening for all Americans, and it was no different for the residents of Priest’s Point in St. Inigoes, Md. A quiet, beautiful parcel of farmland lying gracefully along the western shore of St. Mary’s River, Priest’s Point was the property of the Jesuit fathers of the Catholic Church. The Jesuits had held ownership of the land dating back to 1634 and the very origin of the Maryland colony. Most of the Priest’s Point residents, if not Jesuits, were tenant farmers who, like their ancestors, had plied the lands and local waters of the St. Mary’s and the Potomac Rivers to support their households for three centuries. Whatever small profit they made they shared with the Jesuits, as that was their tenant arrangement. Some of the surnames of people who lived there in 1941 include Trossbach, Norris, Taylor and Raley. Descendants of these families are still very much a part of the community today. In a 1996 interview with
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Priest’s Point looking west. The priest’s residence, which became building 1, is to the left of the photo. The four-story building in the center was referred to as the Villa. It was constructed circa 1870s as a summer house for young men in training to become Jesuit Priests. The Villa house and all the other buildings shown were torn down by the Navy, leaving only the Jesuit residence, building 1. former residents of Priests Point, George Trossbach stated: “My dad [Lynwood Trossbach] farmed Dominic Raley’s farm. The Raleys lived on Villa farm next to ours.” The local residents referred to the property as the “Villa farm,” hence the name Villa Road, which leads from Maryland Route 5 into the entrance of Webster Outlying Field. After the Pearl Harbor attack, the defense department went into action to build an infrastructure that would allow the nation to develop the types of products needed to achieve victory in the theater of war, which was suddenly
worldwide. The Department of the Navy had selected Cedar Point for the construction of a testing center, and the Navy’s long reach would quickly affect the Priest Point property also.
Here comes the Navy
In need of an outlying field to send its aircraft during busy test days at Pax, the property at Priest’s Point was quickly identified as sufficient to satisfy the Navy’s need. With over-the-water approaches from two sides, the property was purchased and developed. It was designated as Web-
A Jesuit priest on the porch of the Jesuit residence at Priest’s Point. This facility became building No. 1 at Webster Outlying Field when the Navy took over the property. ster Field in June 1943 after a deceased naval aviator named Walter W. Webster, and the airfield was operational by October 1943. Documentation indicates that the final compensation awarded to the Corporation of Roman Catholic Clergymen was $96,000, yet payment was not finalized until March 1944. The country’s war machine was moving fast. Bertille Norris Cooper, in that same 1996 interview said, “I remember when [the Navy] started working on the property; my mother rented rooms to two engineers before we moved away.”
Coming down, going up
With construction beginning at Webster Field, the focus was on creating an opera-
tional airfield, not on building testing facilities; hence, every structure on the property was torn down except for the Jesuit fathers’ residence on Priest’s Point, and a tobacco barn near Fort Point which was to be used for material storage. The priest’s residence became building 1 and was modified to include indoor plumbing — a distinctively modern convenience in 1943 rural Maryland. A coal fired boiler was also installed in the basement. Building 1 was to be used as quarters for the military. Three new structures were built initially: a barracks for enlisted men; an administrative structure; and a building that combined a control tower, a mess hall and a fire house.
The runway system at Webster Field consisted of three runways laid out in accordance with the prevailing wind directions. Two of the runways were 5,000 feet in length, but the third runway — built in a north-south orientation — was only 4,300 feet long. It was this north-south runway that was to prove troublesome. While the flight patterns for the two 5,000-foot runways were mostly over water or woodland, the flight pattern for the operations of the north-south runway directed turning aircraft over the property of a small farm today bordered by St. Inigoes Road and Lawrence Street. With heavy touch-and-go air traffic occurring at Webster Field into the 1950s, the farm’s owner, who predominantly raised chickens, quickly complained to the Navy that the resulting noise had disrupted his chickens from laying eggs. This meant economic disaster for the farmer, who petitioned for relief. The Navy eventually negotiated and purchased an air navigation easement from the farmer for $10,000, which al-
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News briefs On base:
Naval Academy Leadership Luncheon
Register by Oct. 10 Event: Oct. 15, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. River’s Edge Catering and Conference Center All academy alumni, shipmates and friends are invited to the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association Greater Southern Maryland Chapter’s annual fall Leadership Luncheon with keynote speaker retired Marine Corps Lt. Gen. John F. Sattler, USNA Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership distinguished chair of leadership. Cost per person: $15. Reservations are required and can be made online at www. navyalumni.org, by emailing richard.l.snyder@saic.com, or by calling 301-862-6434 or 240-298-2279.
DEA Take-Back Initiate
Oct. 24 and 25, noon to 2 p.m. Pharmacy area at Navy Exchange Naval Criminal Investigative Service Patuxent River is participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Take-Back Initiative this month with a disposal station where people can deposit unused prescription medication to ensure proper disposal. More information, visit HYPERLINK “http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov” www. deadiversion.usdoj.gov, click on the Resources tab, Drug Disposal Information and then the “Got Drugs? – National Take-Back Initiative” link.
Influenza vaccinations
Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River is offering the flu vaccine based on the following schedule: active duty from
8-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Preventive Medicine Department; all other eligible beneficiaries from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays in the Immunization Department. For questions or concerns, call 301-342-4062.
Online IG Survey Available
A Naval Inspector General survey regarding job satisfaction, health and safety, and overall quality of life aboard the naval air station is available online until Oct. 11 at www. ig.navy.mil/NDW-AreaVisit.htm. The survey takes 30-45 minutes to complete and is open to both tenant and NAS employees as well as active-duty military spouses. Responses remain anonymous and are kept confidential.
NAS Pre-Holiday Safety Stand-Down
Nov. 5, four sessions The naval air station pre-holiday safety stand-down is being held in three sessions: 8-9:30 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 12:30-2 p.m. and 2:30-4 p.m. Topics include the are TRiPS Travel Planning System, Long Distance Driving, and DWI Consequences. Attendance of one session is mandatory for all Navy District Washington personnel. All others are encouraged to attend.
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Hotline
Safe Helpline, 877-995-5247; text the Safe Helpline, at 55247; Duty Victim Advocate, 301-481-1057; Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, 301-580-8212
Where’s Gnorman?
Somewhere in this issue we’ve hidden Gnorman the
gnome. Be the first to call in his location and receive one Center Stage Theater movie ticket; good for any Center Stage movie. The same person cannot win more than once a month. Calls are only accepted between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Fridays. Call the Tester staff at 301-342-4163. Last week’s winner was Lydia Baker.
Off base: Cover Art Contest Deadline: Oct. 25, 4 p.m. Graphic artists, technical artists and illustrators are invited to submit designs to be considered for the cover of the 2014 edition of the Technology Handbook for St. Mary’s County. Winner receives a cash award. Artists must reside or be employed in St. Mary’s County. Visit www.stmarysmd. com/decd, or contact Laura Boonchaisri at laura.boonchaisri@stmarysmd.com or 301-475-4200 ext.1408.
Volunteer opportunities: 2014 STEM-ING The 2014 STEM-ING event, formerly the Expanding Your Horizons Southern Maryland event, focuses on generating interest among 6th-8th grade girls in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. STEM-ING provides 140 students the opportunity to choose from 16 different, hands-on, STEM workshops. There are various committees needing volunteers. Contact Amanda Kauffman at stemingsomd@gmail.com.
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kids and for the pets, carnival games and more. Prizes for everyone and fun for the entire family. Cost per person: E-1 to E-5, $4.50; all others, $5. Eligible patrons: active duty, retired, Reservist, DOD civilians and their guests. For information contact, call the Adventure Zone at 410-286-8046.
at the River’s Edge or at the Information, Tickets and Tour Office.
Rassieur Youth Center
Senior Men’s Club Championship
Pumpkin Carnival
Scan to see more MWR events on Facebook. For all MWR news, visit www.cnic. navy.mil/Patuxent and click on the Fleet and Family Readiness tab. Drill Hall 301-757-3943 River’s Edge Catering and Conference Center 301-342-3656 Liberty 301-342-3565
Haunted House and Zombie Walk
Oct. 18 and 19, 6-10 p.m. Quarters A located off Millstone Road With music, haunted hayrides and more, this haunted house and zombie walk is sure to be a hit, especially with families who have youths age 10 and older. Cost per person: $5; cash only, paid at Quarters A gate.
Shaun Canon and Friends Canceled
Navy Recreation Center Solomons Spooktacular
Oct. 26, 1-3 p.m. Large Pavilion Join the ghoulish fun at the Navy Recreation Center Solomons Spooktacular. Come dressed in your costume and join for arts and crafts, hayrides, costume contests for the
Oct. 25, 4-6 p.m. Rassieur Youth Center Parking lot Come in costume and enjoy hay rides, tattoos, trick or treating down main street, carnival games and prizes, and paint a small pumpkin. Free movie playing throughout the event, a Moon Bounce, and get a free bag of either popcorn or cotton candy; additional popcorn and cotton candy tickets can be purchased for $1 each. Cost per person: $4 or $20 max per family. Free for children ages 2 and younger, and adults ages 65 and older. Call 301-342-1694.
Drill Hall (fitness and sports) 10K Fall Classic Run
Oct. 19, 9 a.m. Drill Hall fitness and sports Pre-registration for this event is $20 at the Fitness and Sports Office. Free for active duty without official 10K skirt. Day of registration is $22. Open to active-duty and retired military, Reservist, DOD civilians, family members and accompanied guests. Awards to top male and female overall finishers. Also first, second and third place overall for male and female in six age groups: 19 and younger, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 and older. Call 301-757-1194.
River’s Edge Catering and Conference Center Comics on Duty
Information, Travel and Tours Call 301-342-3648
Nutcracker at the Warner theater Orchestra Seats: $78.25
Nightmares Haunted House Bowie Baysox Stadium
St. Mary’s County Oyster Festival Discount tickets available
Nutcracker Ballet, presented by COSMIC Symphony
Huntingtown High School Music Director, Vladimir Lande. Features The Donetsk Ballet of Ukraine, Alexander Kerchentsev, President and Executive Producer and Ballet Caliente, Sheryl-Marie Dunaway, Director. Special Promo Code available.
Six Flags Dinner with a Ghoul
Special promo code for Pax River.
Metro Cooking DC
active-duty and retired military and Reservist. Reservations are necessary and can be made by calling 301-342-4911.
of parenting into three straightforward jobs: Controlling obnoxious behavior, encouraging good behavior and strengthening your relationship between you and your children.
Hurricane season is in full swing. Get a free information packet on how to prepare for hurricane season and other emergencies, man-made or natural, at the Fleet and Family Support Center.
Playgroup at Glenn Forest Community Center
Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Moms, dads and caregivers are invited to bring their children for playtime.
All classes are held at the Fleet and Family Support Center, 21993 Bundy Road in building 2090, unless otherwise noted. Classes and programs are open to
Oct. 12-13 Must be at least 50 years of age as of Oct. 12, 2013. Open to all eligible patrons with a valid U.S.G.A handicap. Entry fee: $60 per player, or $40 for Pass holders; includes greens fees and prizes. Two-day tournament, 36-hole stroke play. Assigned tee times and pairings. Flights by handicap.
Oct. 17, 5:30 p.m. appetizers, 7 p.m. show An evening of entertainers, appetizers and cash bar. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. This show normally sells out, so pick up your tickets early. Tickets are available
Ready Navy
See more FFSC classes on Facebook.
Cedar Point Golf Course
1-2-3 Magic
Tuesdays, noon to 2 p.m. Frustrated trying to find an effective and positive way to discipline your children? 1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 is an evidence-based, easy-to-learn method that promotes effective parenting in a way that engages both mom and dad. We will help you break down the task
Nov. 2-3 Washington Convention Center
Infant Massage
Oct. 10 and 17, 9-9:45 a.m. Glenn Forest Community Center Learn the benefits of touching and massaging your baby; deepens the attachment with parents and siblings.
Suicide Awareness/Prevention
Oct. 16, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Learn to identify the warning signs, how to respond to a suicidal person and how to access local resources.
Family Readiness Training
Oct. 16, 6-7 p.m. Housing Community Center What would you do if a disaster struck? Find out from the experts; get information and an overviews of hazardous weather, Ready Navy and hurricane season issues.
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Changes coming to base cooling, heating systems By Jeffery Boyd Naval Facilities Engineering Command Public Works The fall season is officially upon us and as we approach the end of this year’s air conditioning cooling season for Naval Air Station Patuxent River and its annexes, it’s time to take note of the transitional dates and the revised Commander, Navy Installation Command (CNIC) heating standards. Per the Secretary of the
Navy’s 2005 Energy Conservation Memorandum, there is a mandated 30-day waiting period from when the cooling system has been secured to when the heating systems can be reactivated. Starting the week of Oct. 15-18, the air conditioning systems for facilities without automatic controls will be secured for the season. The projected start date for heating systems to be activated is the week of Nov. 11-16. There is a slight change in heating standard as compared to last season.
CNIC has mandated the new heating standard be set to 66 degrees, two degrees lower. Once the facility heating system has been reactivated and the thermostats have been set, occupants of these facilities should not attempt to make any adjustments to the settings. Individuals with concerns regarding a particular area or zone within their facility should submit their request to base operations support desk by calling at 301-342-4205 or emailing troubledesk@iappax.com.
From there, a qualified service technician can properly make an assessment and make any required adjustments. Facility managers can submit a request to public works to be waived from the mandated 30-day wait period by emailing Lt. Cmdr. Sylvester Adamah at sylvester.adamah@navy.mil. Facilities currently waived from the 30-day wait mandate and not required to submit another request are: buildings 103, 307, 428, 443, 469, 506, 2030, 2199 and 3202.
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lowed unrestricted flight over the property but, almost immediately, the decision was made to permanently close the 4,300-foot long runway deeming it too short to accommodate modern high performance aircraft. When the war ended, flight activities at Webster declined. It wasn’t until 1960 that a project assigned to the former Electronics Test Division at Pax River was moved to Webster Field. Known as the Naval Air Navigation Electronics Proj-
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ect, or NANEP, the project became eminent in the developmental phases of several air navigation systems. The transfer of the NANEP project to Webster Field was made to obtain isolation from the main air station’s operational navigational aid, communication, and radar equipment. Operations and testing didn’t mix well and there were many instances of interference. The decision to move NANEP to Webster Field was a prudent one and, though unknown at the time, would have long lasting effects on the future growth possibilities
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Thursday, October 10 6:30 p.m., One Direction: This is Us (not in 3D) A look at life on the road for the music phenomenon. This inspiring film tells the remarkable story of Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis’ meteoric rise to fame, from their humble hometown beginnings and competing on the “X-Factor”, to conquering the world and performing at London’s famed O2 Arena. Hear it from the boys themselves and see through their own eyes what it’s really like to be One Direction. Rated: PG (1 hr, 32 min)
him home as their bounty. Rated: R (1 hr, 59 min)
Friday, October 11 6:30 p.m., Riddick Riddick must fight for his survival against the deadly alien predators that exist in this barren land. After activating an emergency beacon Riddick soon finds himself battling teams of mercenaries from around the galaxy who are determined to bring
9 p.m., The World’s End Twenty years after attempting an epic pub crawl, five childhood friends reunite when one of them becomes hellbent on trying the drinking marathon again. Mate Gary King, a 40-year old man trapped at the cigarette end of his teens, drags his reluc-
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tant pals to their hometown and once again attempts to reach the fabled pub - The World’s End. They realize the real struggle is for the future, not just theirs but humankind’s. Reaching The World’s End is the least of their worries. Rated: R (1 hr, 49 min) Saturday, October 12 Free Showing 4 p.m., Despicable Me 2 (not in 3D)
Get ready for more Minion madness in Despicable Me 2. Chris Meledandri and his acclaimed filmmaking team create an all-new comedy adventure featuring the return of (former?) supervillain Gru, his adorable girls, the unpredictably hilarious Minions, and a host of new and outrageously funny characters. Rated: PG (1 hr, 38 min)
6:30 p.m., The World’s End 9 p.m., Riddick Sunday, October 13 2 p.m., Lee Daniels’ The Butler This film tells the story of a White House butler who served eight American presidents over three decades. The film traces the dramatic changes that swept American society dur-
ing this time, from the civil rights movement to Vietnam and beyond, and how those changes affected this man’s life and family. Rated: PG-13 (2 hr, 6 min) Monday and Tuesday No Movies Wednesday, October 16 6:30 p.m., Riddick Coming Soon: Insidious Chapter 2 The Family Pri soners Rush
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22 years for Stewart
27 years for Talbott
Viola Stewart retired Sept. 26 after 22 Doreen Talbott retired Sept. 26 after years of government service. 27 years of government service.
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With thousands of servicemen stationed in an area that provided little more diversion than a few local bars and eateries, it wasn’t long afterward that the United Service Organizations, commonly known as the USO, moved into town. Headquartered in the building that is now home to the Solomons Island Yacht Club, the USO was opened as a place for the servicemen to go for entertainment and leisure. “The women working for the USO lived locally and provided a friendly face and hospitality,” Dodds said. “They had to be at least 14 years old to attend the Saturday night dances. There hasn’t been a USO around here for quite some time, and their story is hardly known outside of this area.” The museum, however, does tell their story along
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with the stories of the Mine Warfare Test Center and the Amphibious Training Base in an informative permanent exhibit titled, “A Lasting Military Presence.” Artifacts on display include naval uniforms, mines and torpedoes, photos and other local WWII memorabilia. The exhibit explains how the war and its local ramifications changed life for many resident watermen and their families. “We attempt to address the military presence in terms of Solomons’ economic and social human impact,” Dodds added. “The military first came here in 1941 and largely stayed.” For more information on the Calvert Marine Museum, its hours and admission fees, visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
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Pursell marks 42 years
Rodney Pursell retired Sept. 26 from Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, after 42 years of combined service in the U.S. Marine Corps and as a DOD civilian.
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Continuing their commitment to serve
U.S. Navy photo by Donna Cipolloni
U.S. Navy photo by Connie Hempel
McCracken takes on four more Another five for Hoffmann
U.S. Navy photo by Command Master Chief William Lloyd-Owen
Five more for Slater
Capt. Trent Demoss reenlists Petty Officer 2nd Class (SW) Shane A. Slater, a boatswain mate with Port Operations, during a ceremony Sept. 20 outside of the River’s Edge Catering and conference Center. Slater, who has served since 2004, committed to five more years of naval service.
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Stewart earns new medal
Petty Officer 1st Class (AW) John Stewart, left, an aviation electronics technician with Naval Air Systems Command Air Combat Electronics (PMA 209) is presented with a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal from Capt. Tracy Barkhimer, PMA 209 program manager, Oct. 1, which was awarded to him from his transferring command, USS George Washington (CVN 73).
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Petty Officer 2nd Class (AW) Richard W. Hoffmann, a naval aircrewman (tactical helicopter) with air operations, repeats his oath of enlistment during a ceremony Sept. 25. Hoffmann reenlisted for another five years.
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate
VX1 Sailors reenlist
Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 1 Sailors, Chief Logistics Specialist Jason Burmeister, center, and Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Leonela Cortorreal, right, reenlist with Lt. Arnold Luminarias Sept. 11 during a ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C.
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St. Mary’s County: Sundays in the Park Features Author Jeanne Pirtle
Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Rosedale Manor, 25420 Rosedale Manor Lane, Hollywood The Greenwell Foundation’s Sundays in the Park hosts Jeanne Pirtle, education director of Sotterley Plantation and author of the newly-published “Images of America: Sotterley Plantation.” The book features more than 200 vintage images and memories of days gone by. Pirtle will sign copies of her book. Books will be available for purchase. This event is free and open to the public.
Libraries Closed
Monday All St. Mary’s County libraries are closed in observance of Columbus Day.
Paying for College
Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Leonardtown library Nadine Hutton, director of financial aid at St. Mary’s College, will provide information on paying for college, filling out the FAFSA form, and finding scholarships.
Calvert County: Tour the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory
Thursdays in October, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard Free behind-the-scenes tour of the stateof-the-art facility that houses more than 8 million artifacts, including collections from every county in Maryland. Visitors can get up close and personal with our conservators and collections. Group tours are offered year round for a small fee. Call or email jppm@ mdp.state.md.us for more information. Reservations are not required.
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Today, 7-9 p.m. St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick Join Calvert Library and the League of Women Voters for a panel discussion followed by a question and answer period. It will be a League of Women Voters format. Call 410-535-0291 for more information.
Patuxent River Appreciation Days
Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum The festival has free family fun both days including an arts and crafts fair, music, food vendors, farmers market, free harbor cruises, toy boat making, face painting, wine tasting and more. Admission to the museum is free.
Libraries Closed
Monday All Calvert County libraries are closed in observance of Columbus Day.
The Power of Civility in Contemporary Society
Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m. Calvert library, Prince Frederick Choose Civility Southern Maryland is an ongoing community-wide initiative to position Southern Maryland as a model of civility. Daniel Buccino, assistant professor in the Johns Hopkins Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, will discuss strategies for managing differences to help enhance respect, empathy, consideration and tolerance. Please register at 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
Holy Comics, Batman!
Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. Calvert library, Prince Frederick Celebrate Teen Read Week. Our resident comic enthusiasts will lead a discussion. Bring some to trade at the swap table. We’ll also have an onomatopoeia art station and snacks. Costumes welcome. Please register at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
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