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Joint Base training exercise critical to enhancing public safety, security

BY PAUL BELLO AND JOSEPH P. CIRONE JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING, D.C. - Proper emergency training and the exercising of enhanced security procedures are important elements in ensuring public safety and security at any military installation.

For the last two weeks emergency management, first responders and supporting command and staff leaders at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) took part in the annual Navy-wide exercise, Citadel Shield.

Citadel Shield allows Navy installations to evaluate all facets of their emergency response, communications systems, antiterrorism/force protection procedures, enhanced security measures and emergency management plans. The exercise is not in response to any specific threat or incident.

At JBAB, following a series of different scenarios, the capstone of this year’s ex-

ercise was held on Wednesday afternoon, when DOD police officers; firefighters; paramedics and the installation’s Incident Management Team were notified of a suspicious package sighted by a patron at a recreational facility on base and reported to the emergency communications center.

Security posture increased to highest level

JBAB’s DOD police officers quickly secured the area to ensure public safety, while the JBAB-based Naval District Washington Fire and Emergency Services Central Battalion established a Unified Command Post (UCP), from which police, fire and emergency medical services personnel could safely and efficiently operate from and coordinate the efforts of the first responders.

JBAB’s security forces increased the security posture at JBAB and began collect-

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U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY CHIEF MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST ELIZABETH THOMPSON

Lt. Cmdr. Richard Evans, Emergency Operations Center personnel officer, receives accountability reports from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling commands during an improvised explosive device (IED) drill held on base Feb. 27 as part of force protection and anti-terrorism exercise Citadel Shield 2013. This annual exercise is designed to enhance the training and readiness of Navy security forces to respond to threats on naval bases and installations throughout the continental United States.

Pollution prevention tackled during employee workshops

BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY PAUL BELLO

Employees from around Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling attended a series of workshops earlier this week on pollution prevention. Topics included the disposal of fluorescent bulbs, recycling and waste labeling and storage.

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JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING, D.C. – A series of workshops featuring representatives from various organizations on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) were held earlier this week to gauge an idea of how to enhance pollution prevention on the installation. Team members from JBAB’s Public Works Department (PWD) initiated the workshops, which came as a result of site visits they conducted over a two-month span with different supervisors, shop managers and other personnel at the end of last year.

Diana Maimone, air media manager with PWD, began one workshop by reminding everyone of JBAB’s commitment to its environmental management system (EMS).

This is a set of procedures that allows an organization to analyze, control, and reduce its impact on the environment. According to Maimone, it’s very important to comply with regulations and make a solid effort of

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reducing waste and eliminating pollution.

“It’s vital that everyone knows how their job impacts the environment. There are consequences for not performing in an environmentally friendly manner,” Maimone told a group on Tuesday. “These workshops allow us to prioritize potential options that were identified during our site visits. We’re hoping an informal discussion like this can generate ideas on funding and how we can make them a reality.”

A total of 29 pollution prevention options were recognized out of the site visits to various facilities on JBAB this past November and December, according to Maimone.

They were ranked for discussion according to their potential to comply with regulations, reduction in material output and their ability to improve employee health. Feasibility and cost were other factors in determining their ranking. The top 10 options are below: 1. Fluorescent bulb disposal

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AF releases criteria for new combat medal

BY SENIOR MASTER SGT. DAVID BYRON SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Air Force officials released nomination criteria for the new Distinguished Warfare Medal Feb. 15, following defense officials’ announcement of the new decoration days prior.

The DWM will be awarded to honor individuals for single acts of extraordinary achievement, not involving acts of valor, that directly impact combat or other military operations approved by the secretary of defense.

Unlike other combat-related medals, service members may be awarded the DWM for actions completed from either in or outside an actual combat zone.

The action must include hands-on employment of a weapons system, including remotely controlled assets, or any other activity, in any domain, that had a direct and immediate on-site effect on an engagement or operation against a target.

The domain is expansive in scope and includes air, land, maritime, space and cyberspace, according to Air Force Personnel Center guidance.

“In modern warfare, one individual can have a truly ‘extraordinary’ impact on combat operations, whether they are located on the front lines, elsewhere in the (area of responsibility) or half way around the world,” said Lt. Gen. Darrell Jones, the Air Force deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel and services. “DOD has

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authorized the DWM, allowing the services to recognize their members, in our case Airmen, whose single act of extraordinary achievement directly and significantly impacts critical combat operations.”

Though involvement in a combat operation is required, the medal will not be awarded for acts of valor under any circumstances. Actions involving valor should be considered for other decorations.

Valor is defined as “an act or acts of heroism by an individual above what is normally expected while engaged in direct combat with an enemy with exposure to enemy hostilities and personal risk,” said Senior Master Sgt. Diana Gonzalez, the AFPC awards and recognition chief.

The criteria needed to be considered for the medal requires that the extraordinary achievement must result in an accomplishment so exceptional and outstanding as to clearly set the individual apart from comrades or others in similar situations.

The approval chain sets the bar high as to what meets the criteria.

“The approval level (service secretary), in our case the Secretary of the Air Force, testifies to the importance of this award and the importance of the action on combat operations,” Jones said.

For Airmen, the final approval authority for the medal is the secretary of the Air Force. One step of the approval chain rests with the commander of air forces in the respective area of responsibility.

For an Airman nominated for action taken from outside the combat zone, the

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commander of Air Force forces will verify the direct impact of the action on the combat operation.

The DWM will immediately follow the Distinguished Flying Cross in order of precedence. Enlisted Airmen who earn the medal will receive five promotion points.

Eligibility for the medal is retroactive to Sept. 11, 2001.

Nominations for currently-serving Airmen will be processed through their re-

spective chain of command.

“Former Airmen who have since retired or separated can contact us for information on how to submit the medal request,” Gonzalez said. “The medal can also be presented posthumously, so family members can query us as well.”

For more information and full eligibility criteria, go to the myPers website at https://mypers.af.mil and enter “DWM” in the search window.

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We can not ignore issues – if any one group fails, our country fails

BY TAMARA CALANDRA SPECIAL TO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIABOLLING, D.C. - “This country is at a crossroads; a crucial point in its existence,” said Cmdr. Glenda Jennings Harrison, Chaplain Corps, U.S. Navy.

Harrison was the guest speaker at the Joint Base AnacostiaBolling (JBAB) luncheon celebrating Black History Month, held at the Bolling Club this week.

“We cannot ignore issues – and not just those of African Americans. If any one group fails, our country fails,” said Harrison.

Black History Month, or National African American History Month, is the annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of African Americans in our nation’s history.

Black History Month originated in 1925 with “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent black Americans.

Woodson believed that truth could not be denied and reason would prevail over prejudice.

Woodson’s hopes to raise awareness of the contributions of African Americans to civilization and our nation motivated him to develop the Association for the Study of Negro Live and History.

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY PAUL BELLO

Cmdr. Glenda Jennings Harrison, supervisory chaplain for operations, Commander, Navy Installations Command, was the keynote speaker during a black history luncheon on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Feb. 26.

Negro History Week was met with enthusiastic response - it prompted the creation of black history clubs, an increase in interest among teachers, and interest from progressive whites.

Negro History Week continued to be celebrated the second week of February in the United

States. This week was chosen because it marked the birthday of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.

Negro History Week grew in popularity throughout the following decades, with mayors across the United States endorsing it as a holiday. The first cel-

ebration of Black History Month occurred at Kent State in February of 1970.

Six years later - during the bicentennial – the U.S. government expanded Negro History Week.

In 1976, President Gerald Ford expanded the celebration to a full month, urging Americans to

ing parity and the prices for products available around the world are established centrally.

“While price differentiations can occur with items purchased locally overseas, per Department of Defense policy, the Exchange doesn’t increase prices in order to cover shipping or other higher operational costs,” said JBAB Exchange general manager Chris Holifield. “We work to bring Sol-

diers, Airmen and their families ‘a taste of home’ no matter where in the world they go.”

Despite the Exchange’s efforts to price consistently, a few exceptions can occur.

“Shoppers may see some price differences between locations in the continental United States and overseas for categories such as gasoline, alcohol and tobacco,” Holifield said. “These prices are

set based on Department of Energy benchmarks, or local surveys, according to DoD directives.”

Additionally, prices for some convenience and frequently purchased items may be lower at different locations based on local promotions or price surveys. To ensure prices on these same items overseas are consistent with those service members would see at home, overseas prices are set at the aver-

“seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.”

Every president since then has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month.

“At the Crossroads of Freedom and Equality” is this year’s theme for Black History Month.

Harrison defined a crossroads as a crucial point where a decision must be made. This year’s Black History Month marks two important anniversaries: The Emancipation Proclamation and the March on Washington.

The Emancipation Proclamation, decreed by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1st, 1863, declared slaves in all Confederate states then at war with the Union “forever free” and made them eligible for paid military service in the Union Army. Although it did not end slavery in the nation, it did transform the character of the war.

After the proclamation was made, every advance of Federal troops expanded the domain of freedom and black men were allowed to serve in the Union Army and Navy. By the end of the war almost 200,000 black soldiers and sailors had fought for freedom.

Harrison pointed out that the Emancipation Proclamation was

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JBAB Exchange offers pricing parity

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JOINT BASE ANACOSTIABOLLING, D.C. - Whether service members are here at JBAB, on exercise or deployed, they can expect to find the same or very similar prices at Army & Air Force Exchange Service facilities worldwide.

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USAF Band helps NY students hone craft

BY SENIOR AIRMAN BAHJA JOI JONES 11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO BY SENIOR AIRMAN BAHJA JOI JONES

Maj. Scott Guidry, U.S. Air Force Band director of operations, conducts the symphonic band from the InterSchool Orchestra from N.Y., during a workshop Feb. 16 on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C. Members of the Air Force Band volunteered to coach the students for their performance in D.C. the following day.

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING, D.C. -- The U.S. Air Force Band hosted a group of young musicians from the InterSchool Orchestra in N.Y., for a musical clinic recently on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.

“We chose to make our first tour in 10 years educational so our young people could gain a lot of knowledge from seasoned professionals,” said Brian Worsdale, InterSchool Orchedstra Symphonic Band founder and conductor. “I thought that the perfect relationship would be that of the military bands since they are dedicated to service as well as education.”

During the clinic, students were divided into sectionals for “master classes.” The students were grouped with a musician who played the same instrument and provided expertise on what they could do to improve their sound.

“Watching the coaching, I noticed a great deal of attention was given to sound and technique things that are important to the music they will play all of their lives,” Worsdale said.

The students were given tips and “tricks to put up their sleeves” to carry with them

throughout their musical careers.

“It was very helpful and I can take a lot from it,” said Ashara Diljohn, a senior in High School and member of the InterSchool Orchestra from N.Y. “I can take the advice that was given to me and use it in other orchestras and ensembles that I am a part of.”

The appreciation extended to both sides of the spectrum as both students and professionals gained from the experience.

“I always draw energy by working with youth. It takes me back to my days of high school teaching prior to my entering the Air Force,” said Maj. Scott Guidry, U.S. Air Force Band director of operations. “They were respectful, musical, and responsive to the changes and new ideas I brought to the music. It was very rewarding to work with them.”

After the sectionals, the students were integrated with their coaches and put to use their new techniques in a final rehearsal under Guidry’s direction.

“The USAF Band welcomes opportunities to fulfill the outreach and recruiting aspects of our mission,” Guidry said. “This visit by the ISO Band was a hugely enriching experience for the young musicians, but also for our people who led the master classes.”

Coast Guard Reserve: 72 years of service to America

BY REAR ADM. STEVEN E. DAY ACTING DIRECTOR OF RESERVE AND MILITARY PERSONNEL

WASHINGTON - The Coast Guard Reserve has been a flexible, responsive and cost-effective workforce that has maintained its primary purpose of providing surge capacity for Coast Guard missions for 72 years.

The Coast Guard Reserve was established Feb. 19, 1941. Of the 214,000 personnel serving in the Coast Guard during World War II, nine out of 10 were reservists.

Another 125,000 members served in the Temporary Reserve, which consisted of volunteers and auxiliary members whose paid and unpaid services were needed in a military capacity for coastal and port security details.

Today, the Coast Guard Reserve consists of nearly 8,000 dedicated men and women who support the Coast Guard roles of maritime homeland security, national defense – domestic and expeditionary – and response to natural and man-made domestic disasters. Reservists are always ready to mobilize with critical competencies in boat operations, contingency planning and response, expeditionary warfare, marine safety, port security, maritime law enforcement and mission support.

U.S. COAST GUARD PHOTO BY PETTY OFFICER 2ND CLASS MICHAEL ANDERSON

A Port Security Unit 309 boat crew conducts tactical boat crew training during a pre-deployment exercise at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif.

Coast Guard reservists perform underway training in Port Arthur, Texas.

Reservists bring a unique blend of civilian and military experience and proficiency to the Coast Guard. On any given day you will find members of this locally trained and ready force supporting a variety of Coast Guard missions across the country and overseas. And, as we have seen during surge events like Deepwater Horizon and more recently, Hurricane Sandy, this investment in time and training has an impact far beyond the local command’s area of responsibility and

billets more closely focused on Reserve training requirements. In addition, the Concept of Reserve Employment initiative ensures training is better aligned to deliver the specific competencies required by the evolving manner in which operational commanders employ the Coast Guard Reserve.

As we celebrate this 72nd anniversary of the Coast Guard Reserve, it should be emphasized that mobilization is the Coast Guard Reserve’s primary purpose and function; and every day,

provides the nation with greater capacity and capability.

Through forward-leaning program initiatives and prudent budget management we are ensuring that our Reserve force is staffed, trained and supported to remain agile and ready to mobilize. In 2012 we completed the implementation of the Reserve Force Readiness System. This initiative has achieved notable efficiencies in the management of reservists assigned to drill at active duty units and made full-time support

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through training and augmentation, reservists provide the vital surge capability that the citizens of our nation expect from the United States Coast Guard. As tightening budgets and increasing workloads continue to squeeze the active component’s capacity, the Coast Guard Reserve will continue to fill a vital role in the Commandant’s overall strategy to meet current mission requirements as well as the challenges and opportunities the future will bring.

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Andrews civil engineers make global impact

BY STAFF SGT. TOREY GRIFFITH 11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- Members of the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron’s Asset Management Flight strive to personify the Wing’s vision of “Vigilant and precise Airmen making a global impact.”

This dedication has not gone unnoticed, as the flight was recently named the Air Force’s top performing AMF when they won the 2012 Maj. Gen. Del R. Eulberg Award for Outstanding Air Force CE Asset Management Flight.

“There were some extraordinary things we did in 2012,” said Lynn Hancsak, Chief of the 11 CES AMF.” This is truly one of the best group of people I’ve ever worked with. Not only are they hard-working and motivated, but they will go the extra mile when they see opportunities to make a difference. There is a real pride in our group.”

The award focuses on three key areas: Environmental, Asset Optimization and Capital Assets. The AMF’s work in the environmental area was of particular note.

“We not only won the best asset management, we won the award for best team National Environmental Policy Act,” said Steve Richards, Environmental flight chief. “We did a lot of groundbreaking, ‘first-in-the-Air-Force’ storm water work.”

In addition to reducing potentially harmful runoff sediments that flow into the Chesapeake Bay, the environmental team has worked to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from Andrews by more than 14 tons, Richards said, ensuring Andrews leaves a light impact on the environment while also al-

lowing room for more flying missions to come here.

“Our goal here is to be ahead of compliance,” Richards said. “We are ahead of it, and we are staying ahead of it.”

In the area of optimization, the AMF conducted energy audits which identified ways to reduce consumption. The results of the audits paved the way for 14 energy-efficiency projects which are projected to save Andrews $1M per year in energy costs, he said.

The Air Force is also seeking to reduce its environmental footprint by consolidating space. Many of the older, energyhogging structures on base were constructed with materials now known to be hazardous, such as asbestos and lead-based paint.

“We combined different offices and are in the process of demolishing 493,000 square feet of old buildings which will shrink the Air Force footprint by 22 percent,” Hancsak said.

“The old headquarters building (1535) is a large part of it, as well as a lot of older family housing units that weren’t energy

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While many of the ways CE has reduced Andrews’ environmental impact are complex and innovative, others were as simple as changing a light bulb.

“Our family housing and dormitory management had a project where they installed energy efficient lighting in the dorms,” Hancsak said. “In the first quarter, these improvements saved $6,000 in energy costs.”

Hancsak said the AMF’s collaboration of efficiency projects, from the lighting improvements to installing modern heating and air conditioning units in buildings throughout the base will continue to benefit the Air Force for years to come, freeing up funds to continue its global mission.

“I’m extremely proud of the Airmen in our Asset Management Flight,” said Lt. Col. Mike Zuhlsdorf, 11 CES commander. “The hard work they do every day exemplifies the manner in which every member of the 11th Wing contributes to our Joint Base Andrews global mission.”

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Troops, vets want ‘fair shot’ at employment, Battaglia says

BY CLAUDETTE ROULO AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE

WASHINGTON - Service members and veterans are more than prepared to transition into civilian employment, the senior enlisted advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said today.

Following the release today of a report by the Executive Office of the President titled “The Fast Track to Civilian Employment: Streamlining Credentialing and Licensing for Service Members, Veterans and their Spouses,” Marine Corps Sgt. Major Bryan B. Battaglia told reporters in a conference call with White House officials that the skills, dedication and discipline conferred by military service makes veterans an asset to any civilian employer.

In February 2012, only 11 states had legislation intended to assist military spouses in transferring their licenses or certifications when they moved to a new state, said

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2. Waste labeling and storage 3. Used tire storage 4. LED lighting 5. Paint booth filter replacement 6. Plastics recycling 7. Newspaper recycling 8. Parts washer maintenance 9. Furniture and bulk item waste segregation 10. Maintenance of permeable pavers In the case of fluorescent bulbs, packaging them whole or intact is always better than crushing them. Once broken, as PWD members explained, the bulbs release mercury which is hazardous to breathe. Workshops also discussed maintaining a central list of personnel who can handle hazardous waste and covering used tires with a tarp to help prevent water accumulation and to deter mosquitoes from making a nest for themselves.

Employees attending the workshops also inquired about the feasibility of replacing fluorescent lights with light-emitting diode (LED) lights and whether it’s possible to install large recycling receptacles in concentrated areas around base. The ability to add a bulk item pick-up day to base housing was also mentioned, as was the idea of designating days out of the year where hazardous waste could be collected base-wide.

“At JBAB, we do a lot of great things. But, I think this is one area where we can always do better,” said JBAB base commander Capt. Anthony Calandra. “I come from a family that’s been in the recycling business since 1915. I know if we take steps to reduce what we use, we’ll be much better for it in the future.”

Lorie Duplantier, environmental planning media manager for PWD, agreed with Calandra, adding that JBAB has made great strides in pollution prevention since standing up as a joint base three years ago. Workshops like these, she noted, also help go over existing opportunities on base that are being underutilized.

“Communication is the only way our pollution prevention program will work properly,” Duplantier said. “We need constant feedback from our commands and tenants on the installation. That includes all contractors, civilian and military personnel.”

Anyone with questions regarding these workshops or JBAB’s environmental management system, please call Diana Maimone at 202-767-4497 or Lorie Duplantier at 202-767-1254.

Tina Tchen, chief of staff to First Lady Michelle Obama. In part due to the efforts of the “Joining Forces” initiative championed by the first lady and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden -- along with the president’s military credentialing and licensing task force, 28 states now have such legislation, she said, and more are working toward that goal.

The first lady and Dr. Biden spoke today to the National Governors Association and called on them to help service members and their spouses and the nation’s veterans by making it easier for them to translate their military skills and training into state certificates and licenses.

For now, the task is to build upon existing success by reforming the state regulatory systems around health care and transportation professions to make it easier for veterans and service members to transfer their military training, Tchen said.

The administration’s goal is for all 50

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not only about freeing the slaves, but the military recognizing and maintaining that freedom – and incorporating them into our military.

“This country is at a ‘crucial’ point in our existence as we are reminded of the struggle 150 years ago to liberate and emancipate a people who were brought to a country against their own will, and in spite of this injustice of human rights have learned to adapt, adjust and overcome the atrocities of slavery and the fallout of the struggle for equality that led to the March on Washington 50 years ago.”

The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom took place in Washington, D.C., on August 28, 1963. Attended by a quarter of a million people, it was the largest demonstration ever seen in the nation’s capital, and one of the first to have extensive television coverage. The group, about a quarter of whom, were white, marched from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial, in what turned out to be both a peaceful protest and a celebration. The “I Have

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ing information to form an operational picture from which JBAB’s leaders could begin making decisions.

The installation’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) was activated, with the Incident Management Team supporting the UCP and interfacing with Mission Partners at JBAB; Naval District Washington’s Regional Operations Center and other authorities.

Upon being briefed on the incident and the information already known, Joint Base Commander, Navy Capt. Anthony T. Calandra, immediately ordered enhanced security measures throughout the base, including raising the force protection level to its highest level until later in the day when the exercise scenario was complete.

The scenario enabled JBAB’s public safety team to not only showcase what

states to have taken legislative or executive action by the end of 2015 to help service members and veterans get the credentials they need, she added.

Service members have the skills that civilian employers need, Battaglia said. “Our service men and women are some of the most highly trained, innovative, resilient [and] adaptable … individuals that our country has to offer.”

Those troops enlisted in large part while the United States was at war, he said, but now, due to the drawdowns from Iraq and Afghanistan, increasing numbers of service members are separating.

“In addition to the 34,000 troops coming home from Afghanistan, … over the next several years we expect as many as a million service members to return to civilian life,” Tchen said.

As activity overseas declines, America’s commitment to veterans, service members and their families must ramp up, she con-

tinued. “We owe it to them to make sure … they have jobs -- and good jobs that they can support their families on.”

The transition program for service members separating from military service was completely overhauled recently, Battaglia said, adding that he’s now confident that service members are far better prepared to return to civilian life than they were when he was a young Marine.

“Our men and women transitioning from the military are looking for a fair shot,” he said. “Most leave the military with some invaluable skills, and they have used those skills. … I’ve seen them do it on a battlefield with my own eyes.”

With the support of the American people, he added, their transition back into the civilian workforce will make a difference.

“These are 21st century veterans,” Battaglia said, who will help America shape and rebuild a strong economy.

a Dream” speech Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered that day remains one of the most famous speeches in American history.

Harrison said King continued the journey for equality, stressing that all men – and women – are equal. “If not, we can’t be a super power and lead the world.” Our nation calls us to action, she stressed, and highlighted three ideals.

First, Harrison said, freedom is a discipline. We must free ourselves from biases and distorted views, avoid stereotypes and accept those who don’t look or think like us. “Without personal freedom,” she stated, “there is no freedom for others.”

Second, quoting Saint Francis of Assisi, Harrison encouraged the audience to follow his teachings and “make me an instrument of peace.” She believes we must call upon God to teach us to make proper decisions.

Lastly, the speaker stressed that we must “stay grounded.” We should never get to the point in life where we think we are more important than others, regardless of our rank, accomplishments or degrees. “Treat everyone with respect,” she advised, “and walk humbly with God.” “This country is at a ‘crucial point’ in its existence with the threat of seques-

tration and a continuous resolution that threatens the economic stability of not only Americans of African descent, but for each citizen to enjoy the freedoms that so many bled and died for in this country and abroad,” she stressed. “This country is at a ‘crucial point’ in its existence where we have become divided on issues of social justice and parity.

Harrison shared that, as Commander in Chief, Abraham Lincoln lead the way in the quest for freedom and equality to unite a divided country.

She also pointed out that King picked up that mantel to continue the journey for equality; understanding that a divided country that fails to honor the civil rights of all people and to live out the Declaration of Independence cannot remain a superpower nor lead the world towards freedom and excellence.

JBAB Commander Navy Capt. Anthony T. Calandra, concluded the luncheon by reiterating the Chaplain’s three ideals and pointing out the fact that Harrison is one of our own - raised and a current resident of our Anacostia community.

Harrison currently serves as the supervisory chaplain for operations, Commander, Navy Installations Command, located at the Washington Navy Yard.

they already knew, but enabled them to learn what they can do better.

As with all emergency incidents and exercises, there were lessons learned that lead to improvements in the planning, training, implementation and execution of those plans and methods for future incidents and exercises.

Exercise participation was good and the exercise was an overall success, according to Tim Trammell, director of training and readiness for JBAB.

is critical in real-world situations and exercises like Citadel Shield, which enable the testing of communications elements that together, form important command and control systems.

“We learn from every exercise and real incident we have. Citadel Shield gave us a few ideas and showed us a couple of things that need minor improvements,” Calandra said.

Calandra continued, “One idea we thought of during Wednesday’s scenario, is having an emergency recall for essential personnel to report to the EOC every other month as practice.”

Understanding that taking time away from the normal workday routine to participate in emergency training scenarios and exercises is sometimes a burden, Calandra told members of the Incident Management Team, who were gathered inside the EOC, “I know an exercise like this is disruptive to one’s day, but we’re a military organization – not an office park.

It’s necessary to have everyone we need in place, trained and ready to go.”

Budget situation a challenge, but available resources used effectively

“With the current budget situation, it’s a challenge to do the kind of full-scale exercise we originally planned, but we made effective use of the resources available. I think everyone did a great job,” Trammell said. “Every exercise we do is different. There were a few things that came to light that we need to improve, but overall we’re very happy with the way everything was conducted.”

Calandra added that communication

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March 1 | Library Come and celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday with our 7th Annual Read Across America day at the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Library. We will have reading sessions on Friday, March 1, 2013 at: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm & 4:00pm, where special guests will read Dr. Seuss favorites to kids of all ages.

Keepsake Dr. Seuss wearable paper cat hats, bookmarks and other items will be handed out to participants.

Background: The National Education Association is building a nation of readers through its signature program, Read Across America. Now in its 14th year, this program focuses on motivating children and teens to read through events, partnerships, and reading resources. This NEA national reading celebration takes place each year on or near March 2, the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Across the country, thousands of schools, libraries, and community centers participate by bringing together kids, teens, and books.

National Nutrition Month

March 1-31 March is National Nutrition Month and Liberty has plenty fun filled activities that will help promote a healthier lifestyle.

March 6: Cooking Class: Learn how to make an easy nutritionally balanced meal.

Location: Liberty Center (Enterprise Hall Kitchen 2nd Floor) Time: 5:30pm March 13: Physical Activity Challenge: Challenge each other to achieve the fastest time or highest reps with exercises such as jumping jacks, burpees, squats and v-ups, followed by delicious Superfood power smoothies!

Location: Liberty Center Time: 6pm March 16: National Health and Fitness ;zxExpo: Join us as we venture out to the National Health and Fitness Expo at the Washington Convention Center that features interactive activities, educational

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Location: Washington Convention Center Time: Noon

Crochet Weekend

March 1 & 2 | 6 to 9:30pm | Youth Center | Ages 9-18 | Sign up by February 27 Join the Youth Center Staff to learn the basics of crocheting. You will learn how to finger crochet and with a crochet needle. Sign up at the front desk.

Rock and Bowl

March 3, 17 & 24 | 8pm to Midnight | Potomac Lanes $15.00 for all you can bowl during our Cosmic Night! Shoes are included.

Story Time

Tuesdays and Thursdays|10am | Library March 2013 themes include: March 5: Meet Bessie Coleman March 7: Hello Harriet Tubman!

March 12: We Love Nutrition! (Meet the nutritionist) March 14: Happy March Birthday’s and St. Patricks Day! March 19: Its Spring Time!

March 21: Meet Clara Barton March 26: Be the Artist! Me Frida March 28: Here Comes Peter Cottontail

Patch Club

March 7 | 5:30 to 6:30pm | Library Calling All Children Ages 7-12!! If you have a love of reading or are working on it, join us in Patch Club! We meet once every month.

We feature various games & projects to keep our members engaged in an exciting manner. Some of the activities include puppet shows, crafts, posters, occasional parties and much more.

Members earn Patches upon completion of reading requirements. We will discuss book’s read during the previous month and discover a new genre at each Meeting. The genre for March will be ‘Nature’. New members are encouraged to join Patch Club!

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Miscellaneous items related to your health, your career, your life and your community JBAB Girl Scouts Calling all Girls! Girls registered in Kindergarten - 12th grade this fall and interested in joining should contact JBABgirlscouts@yahoo.com. The troop meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the community center on Chappie James Blvd at 6 p.m. Girl Scouts; building girls with confidence, character and courage for 100 years.

Navy Wives Clubs of America The D.C. Metro chapter of Navy Wives Clubs of America, Eleanor Roosevelt #37, hosts meetings every second Thursday of the month to discuss and plan volunteer activities in the local military and civilian communities. Military spouses of all branches

are welcome to attend. For more information, email angeladowns@me.com or visit our Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/ NWCA37.

Thrift Shop Reopening The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop has relocated to Enterprise Hall (building 72). The store hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

For more information call 202-433-3364.

AFOWC Thrift Shop The Air Force Officers’ Wives’ Club Thrift Shop is located at 13 Brookley Ave and is open Tuesdays, Wed-nesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donations are accept-

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March 8 | 6pm | AMC Hoffman Center

Join Liberty for a night at the movies to check out the latest new movies such as, Identity Theft, Good Day to Die Hard and Bullet to the Head.

Youth Sponsorship and Monthly Birthday Celebration March 9 | 6 to 7pm | Youth Center | Ages 9-18 Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for our Monthly Birthday Celebration. If your birthday is in March, this one’s for you. Current Youth Center Membership is needed for this event. We invite youth new to the JBAB community to come and find out what the JBAB Youth Center has to offer you. Meet fellow members and hear what they have to say about our programming, trips and activities.

DJ Cosmic Bowling featuring DJ Chris

March 10 | 8pm to Midnight | Potomac Lanes DJ Chris fires up the night! Cosmic bowling, music and fun for only $15.00!

St. Patrick’s Day at Liberty

March 13 | 3pm | Liberty Center Green is the theme at Liberty for our St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! Try your luck in finding the Pot O’ Gold and enjoy some Irish themed food and refreshments and other Irish Shenanigans!

St. Patrick’s Day 5K

March 15 | 7 to 8am | Aerobic Center Test your endurance and participate in our 5K Walk/Run! A complimentary race entry to the 2013 Navy-Air Force Half Marathon and Navy 5 Miler will be given to the first male and female finishers. Note: Excluding prior recipients of the complimentary entry.

Pop, Rock and R&B Karaoke Night

March 15 | 8 to 10pm | Youth Center | Ages 9-18 Do you like to sing Pop, Rock and R&B? If you do, we have a challenge for you as we offer an evening of karaoke singing at the JBAB Youth Center. Sign up at the front desk or call the front desk for

ed during business hours only. Profits from the AFOWC Thrift shop go towards college scholarships and other military charitable organizations. For more information about the AFOWC or its Thrift Shop call 202-5636666 or email afowcthriftshop@verizon.net.

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March 16 | 2 to 7pm | Youth Center | Ages 9-12 Join the JBAB Youth Center Staff for an afternoon of outdoor ice skating at the Pentagon Row Ice Skating Plaza. The cost for this great afternoon is $10.00 plus $$ for a late afternoon dinner at a nearby fast food restaurant. Each member will be responsible for their admission plus $$ for dinner and a smart trip card. Please call the front desk to sign up, as space is limited.

March Fitness Challenge: Pull Ups

March 20 | Fitness center I Challenge yourself and test your upper body strength!

Wii Wipe Out Challenge Night

March 22 | 8 to 10pm | Youth Center | Ages 9-18 Have you taken the Wii Wipe Out Challenge? If not, we have an opportunity for you to join us for an evening of playing Wii Wipe Out! Sign up at the front desk.

Liberty Paintball Trip

March 23 | 8am | Southern Maryland Paintball Pull out a camouflage suit, grab a gun and get ready for some paintball action! Join Liberty for some action where you will have to duck, roll and run for your life as your fire back at the opposing team. Need equipment? $25 for admission, paintball gun, mask, harness, air and paintballs. Have your own? $15 for admission and paintballs.

Zumba Fiesta

March 23 | 9am to Noon | Fitness Center I Let’s party! Zumba is one of the largest dance fitness programs in the world and we have it for you at the JBAB Fitness Center. Come join us for a fun-filled, calorie-burning, party-rockin`, 3-hour dancecrazed event. Enjoy the latest sounds and moves—hip-hop, samba, salsa, meringue

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ters clubs are where leaders are made, and leadership starts with good communication. The program is self-paced, and it works. The Bolling Toastmasters Club meets Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. at the JBAB Chapel Center. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call Jim Queen at 301-452-6931.

Base directories available

The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington needs volunteer coaches for their youth baseball league for 10-year-olds and 12-year-olds. For more information or to sign up, call 512-560-5548 from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. or email Michael.martinez@afncr.af.mil.

The 2013 Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling base directories are available at the Public Affairs Office, Rm. 207 in Bldg. 20. For more information, call 202-767-4781.

Protocol & Special Events Office has moved

The JBAB Public Affairs photo studio is closed until further notice. For official studio photography support, contact 11th Wing Public Affairs at 240-612-4430.

The JBAB Protocol & Special Events Office has moved to Building P-12. Coordinator Karen Smith’s new phone number is 202-767-7710

Toastmasters Club seeks members The Bolling Toastmasters Club is available for everyone on JBAB as a place to practice your leadership skills. Toastmas-

JBAB photo studio closure

Change to Firth-Sterling Gate operations The Firth-Sterling gate is closed on weekends. Once the gate’s automated features become available, the gate will be accessible by any CAC card holder 24/7 during normal FPCON “A” conditions.

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and mambo. Refreshments will be served. Contact Michael Pitts (Michael.a.pitts@navy.mil) for more information

Base Wide Easter Egg Hunt

March 23 | 9:30 to 11:35am | JBAB Soccer Field Bring your Easter basket for a morning of hunting colored Easter Eggs on the JBAB soccer field by the base track. Children will be placed into appropriate age groups. The Easter Eggs will offer a sweet reward to those collected by the children and a select few eggs will hold a special prize.

Parents don’t forget to bring your camera to capture those special moments with the Easter Bunny.

Easter Egg Hunt Schedule 9:30am - 2 years old and under 9:50am- 3 to 4 years old 10:10am- 5 to 6 years old 10:30am- 7 to 10 years old 10:50am- 12 years old and up

Triple Play Jump Rope Challenge

March 23 | 6 to 9pm | Youth Center Gym Come and test your jump rope skills! All preteens and teens are invited to come. Sign up at the front desk.

Teen Dance

March 30 | 6:30 to 10:30pm | Youth Center | Ages 13-18 | Sign up by March 29 Dance the night away at the Youth Center! Signed permission slips are needed for this event.

Joint Base Journal Cost for each member is $7.00 and $10.00 for guests. Each member can bring up to three (3) guests with signed permission slips and a payment of $10.00. Current membership forms are needed.

Easter Brunch

March 31 | Two Seatings: 11am and 1pm | Bolling Club Make your reservations now for the Bolling Club Easter Brunch Buffet! The brunch will include a carving station with roasted turkey, baked ham, and prime rib as well as, baked chicken, fish, seafood newburg, assorted vegetables and potatoes. We will also offer a full breakfast menu to include waffles, French toast, scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, bacon and sausage. Our dessert and salad bars will also be available. The brunch also includes coffee, tea, iced tea and juice. Bring your camera because we’ll have a special guest!

Price for Club Members: $26.95 Non-Members: $30.95 (Children 6-11 are ½ price and children 5 and under are free)

Easter Sunday

March 31 | 3pm | Liberty Center Join Liberty as we celebrate Easter with Easter egg decorating and a competitive Easter egg hunt! Plus fun prizes, snacks and refreshments.

Atlantic City Day Trip

April 13 & May 18 | 8am to 10pm Is Lady Luck on your side?

Join ITT as we head to Atlantic City, NJ for the day! Walk the boardwalk, shop at the outlets, test your luck at the casino and dine at a new restaurant. For information on the casino and casino credit, please contact the ITT office.

Price: $38.75 per person

Day in New York City

April 27 & July 20 | 6am to Midnight We are headed to New York City! Enjoy the city either sightseeing, catching a Broadway show or shopping until you drop. Reserve your seat today. Price: $48.75 per person

NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! Nominate an outstanding caregiver or non-profit organization for our Wounded Warrior Caregiver of the Year Award.

Visit www.dcmilitary.com/award for more information.

Enter by March 29, 2013!

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NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! Know an outstanding caregiver or non-profit organization that deserves to be recognized? Nominate them for our Wounded Warrior Caregiver of the Year Award presented by DCMilitary Family Life.

Write a short essay about an individual or organization that has provided exceptional assistance to a Wounded Warrior during their time of need over the past year. Submissions will be collected and judged based upon their recent sacrifices and contributions made in order to care for Wounded Warrior(s).

5 finalists from each category will be chosen by a panel appointed by Comprint Military Publications and all will be invited to attend an awards luncheon where the winners will be publicly announced. All finalists will appear in the June issue of DCMilitary Family Life magazine.

Cash prizes will be donated to the winners and top finalists.

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Visit www.dcmilitary.com/award for more information or email your essay to caregiver@dcmilitary.com Enter by March 29, 2013!

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CAMP SPRINGS COMMUNITY CHURCH 8040 Woodyard Rd., Clinton, MD • 301-868-3030 Dr. James Lowther, Pastor www.campspringschurch.com Sunday: Sun. School 9:45am, Worship Services 11:00am & 6:00pm Wednesday: AWANA, Teen Clubs, Adult Prayer & Bible Study 7:00pm An Independent Bible Centered Church • In the Baptist Tradition - Missionary minded Affiliated with IFCA International • Nursery Available All Services

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