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DLA exercise helps first responders hone active-shooter response By John Bell DLA Public Affairs Only weeks after mass shootings at a concert in Las Vegas and at a small-town church in South Texas, the Fort Belvoir workforce should know local first responders are honing their skills responding to active shooters, as they in did in an active-shooter exercise at the Defense Logistics Agency complex on Belvoir’s North Post and at a DLA facility in nearby Lorton. The lifelike scenario involved simulated gunmen at each facility. In each instance, first responders neutralized the threat, secured the area and made sure employees sheltered in place, as directed. Such exercises, held annually at the headquarters complex, help first responders hone their response time, ensure they communicate effectively and address any overlooked vulnerabilities. The simulations also help employees rehearse what they will do in a real event. Before the exercise, James Johnston, DLA’s antiterrorism officer for the headquarters complex, reviewed the cast of volunteer “victims” assembled near the main entrance. “Earn your Academy Award,” he urged the volunteer actors. “Make it believable for the responders. This is real-world to them.” In the scenario, a white van careened to the entrance of the headquarters complex building. A “shooter” in a ski mask emerged with a simulated rifle and left a bag next to the rear tire. A group of ‘victims’ near the entrance never noticed him.
Air Force Master Sgt. Joseph Braswell, of the Air Force Petroleum Office, lies in character as the ‘shooter’ after being neutralized during an active-shooter exercise last week at DLA on Fort Belvoir.
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During an active-shooter exercise last week at the McNamara Headquarters Complex on Fort Belvoir, DLA Police Sgt. Leon Gregory, left, aims at volunteer ‘shooter’ Air Force Master Sgt. Joseph Braswell. Next the “shooter,” played by Air Force Master Sgt. Joe Braswell of the Air Force Petroleum Office, yelled menacingly as he aimed his simulated rifle at the volunteer “victims.” Several loud pops (from a cap gun) filled the air as he fired, and the volunteers fell to the ground. Less than a minute later, the “shooter” was dead — shot at close range by DLA Police Sgt. Leon Gregory, using a stand-in for his service weapon. All police officers used non-firing, simulated weapons for the exercise. But it was far from over, as they investigated a backpack and concluded it contained a possible explosive. The incident command contacted the Army’s 55th Explosive Ordnance Division, who sent a robot and an EOD technician to defuse the device. An engine and ambulance from the Fort Belvoir Fire Department arrived to provide support, as did personnel from Belvoir Police Department. The first responders tended to the dead and injured who were on the concrete with realistic “wounds.” To add realism, some were screaming or complaining. Firefighters also play a critical role along with their law-enforcement brethren in exercises and real-world scenarios. Firefighters may be needed to help respond to
an explosive or incendiary device. For this reason and to ensure they’re not mistaken for police officers, they wear their full set of equipment — including coats and helmets — to every response. Planning an exercise like this begins six months in advance, Johnston noted, and requires coordination with the Fort Belvoir Fire Department; Belvoir’s military police; the Fairfax County and Virginia State police departments; the 55th EOD; and Fort Belvoir Community Hospital. In this exercise, the public announcement instructed all personnel to shelter in place rather than attempt to escape, or use the mantra, Run, Hide, Fight. The DLA Police officer who took down the shooter offered his thoughts to those who played the victims. “Our primary job is not to help you,” Gregory noted. “It’s to deal with the threat and secure the area.” As much as everyone hopes they will never be part of a real situation like this, it’s important to plan for it, he said. “No matter where you go, have a plan,” he urged the group. “Make sure everyone in your family knows. ‘This is what we do. This is where we meet if we’re separated.’” Having and sharing a plan before an incident happens is a must, Gregory said. “It may seem tedious, but it will save your life.”
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Belvoir hosts retirement for former IMCOM leader By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Maj. Gen. John Uberti retired from the Army Friday, in a ceremony at Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club. Uberti served 34 years in the military. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal and received a retirement certificate from the U.S. Armed Forces and a certificate of appreciation for his service. His wife, Linda Uberti, received an appreciation certificate, as well. Uberti’s lifelong friend, Lt. Gen. Kenneth Dahl, commanding general, Installation Management Command, spoke of their long history together. He and Uberti have been friends since they were teenagers, meeting at the United States Military Academy, West Point. For IMCOM, Uberti has served as garrison commander at Fort Sill, Okla.; as commanding general at IMCOM’s South Korea Region; and as deputy commanding general at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Uberti’s initial visit to West Point before joining the military was what prompted him to want to join. The sense of commitment and intimacy at West Point is what kept Uberti there, Dahl said. In a conversation with U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis, Dahl said Mattis mentioned the only way to do things is to be all in. “You’ve really got to give it all of your heart. You’ve have to be in love with what you are doing,” he said. Uberti is in love with the Army, Dahl said. “The hard part about that, is that now that it ends, it breaks your heart. But you can’t be surprised by it; you have to expect it. It’s going to happen,” he said. Dahl also mentioned that Mattis said to keep loving the Army. Dahl commonly asks junior Soldiers their reasons for joining the Army and generally, he said, he finds they want to be part of something greater than themselves. “They actually find what they are looking for when they come in the Army,” Dahl said. “They find an organization that knows right from and wrong and has values. We’re able to provide that to them … but, you’ve got to have some great leaders who come in the Army with those values. That’s what the Ubertis provided the Army,” he said referring to Uberti’s parents, Angelo and Antoinette, who let their son join the military. The new retiree thanked friends and mentors for their help and support throughout his career; and his family, noting they went through 12 moves and seven school changes. Uberti said his family’s support kept and continues to keep him strong. “They’ve made many sacrifices and have born an extra burden, so that I can do something I’m
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Maj. Gen. John Uberti, deputy commanding general of III Corps and Fort Hood, left, thanks his life-long friend Lt. Gen. Kenneth Dahl, IMCOM commander, during Uberti’s retirement ceremony, Friday at the Officers’ Club. very passionate about,” Uberti said. He spoke about the impact his parents had on him and his siblings. “I owe countless thanks for who I am to my mom and dad,” he said. “My transition from civilian to military life was not as dramatic or traumatic as it was for others. And, it’s not because I led some kind of Spartan life at home. It was because the values I found at West Point and the values I found as a Soldier in the Army were the same values that my parents raised us to believe.” It was easy for him to go from civilian to military because of what his parents had taught him, Uberti said. “It sounds simple, but the longer I’m around, the more I realize just how lucky I was to have parents like you,” he said. “You not only taught us, but you modeled, through word and deed, what it meant to be just a decent, good human being; to treat people with respect and live by the Golden Rule; and to help others whenever you could.” Uberti’s 34 years in the Army also include tours with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault); 82nd Airborne Division; 2nd Infantry Division, 3rd Battalion, 325th Infantry (Airborne Battalion Combat Team) and the International Security Assistance Force Joint Command. Uberti has a master’s degree in national security and strategic studies.
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Ceremony honors past, present Veterans By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Garrison leaders, the Fort Belvoir workforce and community members honored Veterans at an observance, Nov. 9 at Thurman Hall. Lt. Col. Christopher Tomlinson, Fort Belvoir garrison commander, said Veterans Day represents the dedication of those who fought for American freedom. “For more than 200 years, the Veterans of our nation have been willing to serve and sacrifice for our country — taking an oath to support
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Lt. Col. Chrstopher Tomlinson, commander, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir, addresses attendees at the Veterans Day observance in Thurman Auditorium, Nov. 9. military events in U.S. history, including the 50,000 lives lost in World War I; and the country’s current war on global terrorism, which has lasted 16 years. The U.S. has been in 12 major conflicts, in addition to the war on global terrorism, since its founding, McNair said. Today, 7.3 percent of all living Americans are veterans, he added. “Veterans Day is more than just a simple day in the life of our nation with giant sales in all of our stores, and even free dinner, coffee or ice cream cones,” McNair said. “It was
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Belvoir Eagles forward, Devon McIver, works the ball inside during his team’s 2017 Veterans Day Basketball Tournament matchup against Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Saturday at Wells Field House.
Belvoir Eagles shooting guard, A.J. Shelton drives inside for 2 during his team’s 2017 Veterans Day Basketball Tournament matchup against Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Saturday at Wells Field House.
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Belvoir Eagles forward, Devon McIver, drives inside for a layup during his team’s 2017 Veterans Day Basketball Tournament matchup against Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.
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Joint Base Langley-Eustis takes on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base during the second round of the 2017 Veterans Day Basketball Tournament, Saturday at Wells Field House.
Belvoir Eagles center, Chris Walker, sinks a layup deep in the paint during the 2017 Veterans Day Basketball Tournament.
Belvoir Eagles shooting guard, Earl Gee, hits from near the high post during his team’s 2017 Veterans Day Basketball Tournament matchup against Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Saturday at Wells Field House.
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Military athletes compete in Veterans Day hoops tournament
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Hundreds of athletes representing eight military installations across the Mid-Atlantic region converged on Fort Belvoir’s Wells Field House for the 2017 Veterans Day Invitational Basketball tournament, Friday – Sunday. The annual, double-elimination tournament, sponsored by the Military District of Washington-National Capital Region, observes the holiday established to honor those who have served in the nation’s armed forces and gives the region’s most accomplished players a chance to face off in Washington Area Military Athletic Conference-level competition before the season tips off next month. Fort Belvoir fielded men’s and women’s WAMAC teams. For complete tournament results and game scores, visit http://www. quickscores.com/belvoirmwr.
Final Results Men’s Division Champion Fort Myer
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Belvoir Eagles point guard, Anthony Johnson, barrels into the lane for a score during his team’s 2017 Veterans Day Basketball Tournament matchup against Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.
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Women’s Division Champion Fort Bragg, N.C.
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Belvoir Eagles shooting guard, Deonte Bleach, drives inside for a score during his team’s 2017 Veterans Day Basketball Tournament matchup against Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Saturday at Wells Field House.
Belvoir Eagles center, David Moen, snags the rebound during a basketball game.
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Timeout Something lost By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Last week, I got to cover another one of those events that reminds me of why I enjoy this job so much. Every year or so, players from the Washington Redskins travel down to Fort Belvoir to host the Salute to Play 60—an event that gives community children a chance to learn about the benefits of being active and maintaining proper eating habits, through participating in a series of fitnessfocused challenges. This NFL campaign, a nationwide initiative, fights childhood obesity by encouraging youth to get active for at least 60 minutes a day over four weeks. Well, it goes without saying, that the kids enjoy the high-speed intensity of the workouts, and doing it with professional football players is certainly an added bonus. But, the thing I always pick up on is the sense of camaraderie and pride of purpose and accomplishment that’s shared across the age groups. Even better, I get to see a demographic made up of every color, size, shape and belief, making what I hope are lasting memories together that will survive once all the supposed and perceived divisions and differences in the world are suddenly revealed to them (right about the time adulthood makes its dubious presence known). Seeing kids playing together only and always makes me wonder where we lost that connection to unadulterated and uninfluenced joy when we “grew up.” I guess someone of some importance to us came along and pointed out that we’re not, in fact, all the same, and I guess we had a bad tendency to dare give the notion a passing thought. I have to wonder what the world would be like today if it had somehow stayed a great big playground where no one was ever taught the politics of life (along with the facts). At the very least, I’d bet there’d be a lot fewer war memorials. Maybe that’s the reason society today is so divided and so full of judgment and hate—somewhere along the line we let ourselves become grownups, and in so doing, we lost the purpose of being together to begin with, and that’s just the joy of being alive and sharing the experience.
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Belvoir Bulldogs quarterback, Carter Edwards, pitches the ball outside during his team’s 80-pound Central Division 1 Dawg Bowl matchup against the FPYC Rebels.
Belvoir Bulldogs running back, Dion Young II, charges down the sideline on his way to the end zone Sunday at Pullen Field.
The Belvoir Bulldogs defense swarms a FPYC Rebels ball carrier behind the line of scrimmage during his team’s 80-pound Central Division 1 Dawg Bowl matchup.
Bulldogs wrap up season with Dawg Bowl tournament By Rick Musselman Sports Editor
Belvoir Bulldogs running back, Julius Downing, breaks into open field during his team’s 80-pound Central Division 1 Dawg Bowl matchup against the FPYC Rebels, Sunday at Pullen Field.
T h e Fo r t B e l v o i r B u l l d o g s brought the 2017 Fairfax County Youth Football League season to a close with dynamic contests in the annual Dawg Bowl series, Sunday at Pullen Field. In the 80-pound Central Division 1 tournament opener, the Bulldogs took on the Fairfax Police Youth Club Rebels in the 9 a.m. time slot, and in the 80-pound National Division 1 showdown that followed, the home squad squared off against the Rebels. In championship news, the Anklebiter Division 3 Bulldogs came within an inch of claiming the
2017 title, when the squad faced off against the Gainesville Grizzlies, Saturday at Colgan High School in Manassas. Unfortunately for Belvoir, the Grizzlies emerged victorious with a late-game touchdown and extra point to down the Bulldogs 7-6. Fort Belvoir’s youth football and cheerleading league is sponsored and coordinated by Child and Youth Services, under the directorship of Jerry Arrington. All youth registered with CYS are eligible to participate in Belvoir’s annual youth sports program. For information about the league and championship game schedules, call Jerry Arrington, 703-805-9139; Julie Libert, 703-805-9138; or visit http://fcyfl.org.
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Turkey Trot 5K/10K The Turkey Trot 5K/10K is Fort Belvoir’s premier race of the year and will be run Saturday. The race starts at 9 a.m. and concludes with an awards ceremony at 10:30 a.m. The race will start and end at 14th Street and Middleton Road. Register online at https://belvoir.armymwr. com/programs/fitness-facilities or in person at Graves Fitness Center, the Body Shop or Kawamura Human Performance Center.
The cost is $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the run. Eligible participants include all active-duty Soldiers as well as Mobilized/ADOS National Guard/Reserve Component Soldiers, DoD civilian employees and installation visitors. Call the Graves Fitness Center at 703-8065368 for more information.
Turkey Shoot at the Golf Club The Fort Belvoir Golf Club is hosting a Turkey Shoot, Saturday at 9
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In progress Associate golf passes available Fort Belvoir Golf Club offers the chance to become affiliated with the “Flagship Golf Facility” of the U.S. Army through the Associate Pass Holder program. It is a great way to get many of the benefits of being a member of a golf club, without the upfront costs involved. The annual fee of $120 includes no initiation fees; no food and beverage minimums; annual gate pass; priority tee times and participation in member events. For information, call the Golf Club at 703-806-5878.
FIT Team Sports and Fitness is offering a fun, energetic and motivational free workout every Saturday from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at Wells Field House, 1810 Goethals Road. Fit Team work outs are tailored to all fitness levels and focused on burning fat and building lean muscle. Class is open to all Service members and their families (ages 16 and older), DoD civilian employees and contractors. Classes provided by Global Expansion Team International Health Coach Damon Stewart. For more information call 210-776-4045.
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Icy sidewalks and roadways can lead to disasters. Cold-weather and slick surfaces can cause a variety of problems, from a simple slip to a major car accident. To prevent property damage, injury or death, it’s important for surfaces to be de-iced. This is usually done by distributing sand, chemical deicers or salt on the ice. Rock salt is the most common material used in deicing, because it is easy, fast and inexpensive. However, when the ice melts or it rains, the salty water from the roads then flows into our ponds, wetlands, rivers and lakes. High salt concentrations in our water negatively affect wildlife habitats and water quality. It can even negatively impact our drinking water. The rock salt used on roads, although it’s effective, leaves some negative impacts on the environment. A 50-pound bag of salt used for de-icing can pollute approximately 10,000 gallons of water. In our region alone, each mile of a fourlane highway uses about 20 tons of road salt – about 800 bags of salt – in a normal year. While exact statistics are not
available for the total amount of road salt used, it is estimated that about 2.5 million tons are applied across the Chesapeake Bay Watershed each year. Consequently, this same 2.5 million tons of salt ends up washed into the Chesapeake Bay. As a result, salt-contaminated ice melts and snow runoff negatively affects the environment, wildlife, infrastructure, pets and humans. Fort Belvoir is within the Accotink Bay Watershed. The Lower Accotink was found to be impaired for fishing and aquatic life use, like fish and wildlife propagation. The assessment found that chloride, from winter deicing and anti-icing operations, was one of the most probable stressors to biological communities in the creek. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has been developing a plan for managing chloride discharges into the creek and is proposing using salt-management strategies locally. Excess salt from our roads can make its way into fresh-water creeks and lakes. Fresh-water fish, amphibians and insects cannot tolerate salt and, as a result, aquatic survival
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Registration is open until Friday for 2017 Operation Sugarplum. Each year, Army Community Service partners with local donors to help support Service members and their families during the holidays. Eligible people, E-5 or below with at least one child, can register for the program at ACS, Bldg. 1263. Participants are required to complete two, personal finance courses. To register, get more info or donate gift cards or food vouchers to Operation Sugarplum, contact the Financial Readiness Program, 571231-7025.
The Fort Belvoir Christmas Bird Count, CBC, is Dec. 31 this year. This annual count, one of the oldest in the area, dates back to 1911. Sponsored by the National Audubon Society, the counts help researchers better understand wintering bird populations. Novice birders and experts are asked to volunteer at either 5 or 7 a.m.; or 1 p.m. Novices will be teamed up with seasoned birders, to learn. Interested people are asked to register through Kevin Walter, 703805-3969.
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