Community Newsletter Lewis-McChord Communities | February 2021
Are You Registered?
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Resident Event Registration Website...Are you registered? Never a dull moment at Lincoln Military Housing’s Free Community Events! Don’t forget to register! 1. Go to www.lincolnmilitaryresident.com to enter your tenant ID, and service member’s last name to log-in. The website requires your tenant ID number and last name in order to register. If you don’t have your tenant ID number please contact your district office. 2. You will be required to give permission to Lincoln for use of your e-mail address to send event and other related correspondence. Please check the box to move forward with registration. 3. The system will recognize your information and will automatically fill in your family’s profile based on the data that is on file with your District Office (It could take up to 24 hours to populate this information upon initial login). It is recommended to login after 24 hours to view your family profile. Please review the information carefully and make sure it is correct to include family members, phone numbers and email addresses. If you need to make a change or updates please, contact your District Office directly before moving forward with registering for events.
Please remember that all Lincoln events are for current residents only. Family members not listed on your DEERS and/or lease with your District Office will not be permitted to attend events and will not appear online for registration. If you have questions about registration for current events, please contact Community Services at jblmcsevents@lpsi.com with further questions.
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Resident Newsletter 1
Living Green
In This Issue 1. Resident Event Registration 2. Living Green 3. Community Events
Living Green Tips: Recycling at Home
Spouse Mixer - February
Spouse Mixer - March
Resident Appreciation
Week 4. Seasonal Reminders 5. Western Washington Tips 6. Snow And Ice Removal 7. Did you know? 8. Sustainability 9. Community Services
Recycling at home or school is easy and a great way to make a difference, both locally and globally. By recycling you can decrease the amount of energy and oil used each year to produce new products. According to the EPA, the national recycling rate is just 34%. Increasing materials recycling in the US to 60% could save the equivalent of 315 million barrels of oil per year. Check out the facts and tips below about recycling and what you can do to make a difference! Recycling Tips: •
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Plastic goods are assigned different numbers to grade them for recycling: #1 (PET) and #2 (HDPE) usually used for containers, #4(LDPE) for bags and #7 for mixed plastics. Numbers 1 and 2 are recyclable and most recycling centers will accept them. Number 7 plastics like baby bottles, are not recyclable. Plastic grocery bags should not be put in your recycling bins. Drop them off at your local grocery store – most stores have bins outside for drop off. Rinse aluminum, steel & copper cans before putting them in the recycle bins. Leftover food can grow in the container and makes them un-recyclable.
Source: www.epa.gov, www.eartheasy.com
District Trash Collection Schedule District Office Hours: Monday - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday - 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday & Sunday Closed
Have your trash cans curbside by 5:30 AM on your designated day Please Note: If your trash day falls on a holiday, pickup may be delayed by one business day
Monday: Evergreen, Madigan, New Hillside Tuesday: Broadmoor, Davis Hill, Greenwood, Parkway Wednesday: All McChord Field Thursday: Beachwood, Beachwood II, Eagleview, Meriwether Landing Friday: Clarkdale, Discovery Village, Hillside, Town Center Centralized Garbage Container Service: • Tuesday: Parkway and Town Center • Friday: Parkway and Clarkdale
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Community Events
Spouses Mixer February: Gnomes
Spouses Mixer March: Welcome Round
Resident Events
Resident Appreciation Week - Feb 22-26
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Seasonal Reminders Winter Weather Tips For Your Home / Ice and Snow Winter Weather Tips For Your Home: With the changing weather, we could experience extreme temperature drops, snow and ice. When this kind of weather hits the Northwest, there is the possibility of pipes freezing and bursting in your home. You can help to prevent this by taking some simple steps. Disconnect all garden hoses from the exterior faucets. Keep your house temperature set at 55 or higher, even if you’re leaving the house for an extended period of time. Do not turn off the heating system, this can cause significant damage in your home due to broken water pipes. Open cabinet doors below sinks to allow heat from the home to circulate in these enclosed spaces. During extended periods of freezing temperatures set your inside faucets on a low drip to circulate water in the pipes and help prevent the lines from freezing. Ice and Snow: With snow and ice accumulations typically spanning short periods of time in the Pacific Northwest your Lewis McChord Communities teams will focus on hills, major roads and major intersections in and out of our communities. Lewis McChord Communities does not shovel or lay down ice/snow melt in walkways or driveways around the homes. During these times we ask you to use caution while moving in and around JBLM and other communities surrounding the installation, including major freeways and roadways. Follow the guidance provided by local officials and be safe when making a decision to travel away from your home. HAVE A SAFE WINTER
Pet Responsibilities
Pet droppings are odorous, unsightly, and a nuisance. More importantly, they can be a health hazard, especially for children. Therefore, pets must be kept under control so they do not defecate on parade fields, playgrounds, troop formation areas, sidewalks/walkways, common areas, miniature playgrounds of the housing areas, and neighbors' yards. You will immediately clean up droppings when your pet defecates outside of your residence yard. Droppings in your residence, including your yard, will be removed daily. Pet owners are responsible for disposing of their pet's waste, whether the pet is on a leash or in a fenced area. A pet owner who does not properly dispose of his/her pet's waste will be subject to a fine of $25 for each offense plus $5 per day that the violation persists. With the fall season comes heavy rain, wind and chilly weather. If you have a pet that spends time in the fenced yard, make sure you are taking the best care possible of your four legged family member. * Make sure your pet has shelter from the elements * Make sure your pet has food and water. * Bring your pet in when the weather is extreme. Remember if its too cold for you, its too cold for your pet. Be kind, bring them inside.
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Extended Leave or Vacation from your home When leaving your home for an extended period of time (more than two (2) weeks), a Vacation and Extended Absence Form must be completed and given to your District Office. This form can be picked up at any of our District Offices. Before you leave your home, we strongly recommend that you: 1. Stop mail and newspaper delivery. 2. Leave pets with friends or at a kennel (pets are not allowed to stay in your home during your absence and pet sitting is not allowed in on base housing. 3. Unplug all unnecessary appliances such as a TV, coffee maker, or computers. 4. Lock and secure all doors and windows. 5. Turn off water supply line to washing machine. During winter months: Please call our Customer Service line at 253.912.3500 for special “cold weather” instructions to prevent frozen / broken pipes.
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Western Washington Winter Tips Winter driving - Studded tires, Traction tires & chains Studded Tires - Studded tires are only legal Nov. 1 - Mar. 31. Motorists using studded tires before or after these dates could incur a fine from law enforcement. Approved studded tires & chains There is no individual exception to the studded tire season. When traveling in Washington, you are required to follow the State of Washington’s motor vehicle laws. Studded tires do not satisfy state chain requirements. If chains are required on your vehicle, you’ll have to install them even on studded tires. Motorists are encouraged to visit a tire dealer to learn more about stud-free winter traction tires that are legal for year-round use and do not cause the same roadway damage as studded tires. These tires are different from “all season” tires and have a more aggressive tire tread. Traction Tires - The following qualify as traction tires when required on Washington roadways: • •
Approved traction tires - including an eighth of an inch tread and a M&S or All Season label or a Mountain/Snowflake symbol. Installing chains makes any tire a traction tire. Approved tire chains
Chains and alternatives - Those traveling into higher elevations should carry chains and have approved traction tires whenever winter weather is possible, especially Nov. 1 through March 31. Studded tires do NOT satisfy state chain requirements; if chains are required, they’ll have to installed on top of studded tires. 4WD/AWD and chains - 4WD/AWD vehicles (under 10,000 pounds) do not need chains installed during “chains required” notices, but drivers still must carry chains with them in case conditions worsen and they’re required to install chains during a “chains required on all vehicles” notice. Chain placement - Front- and rear-wheel drive vehicles. On a front-wheel drive vehicle you must install chains on the front two tires. On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, you must install chains on the rear two tires. For more informations please visit Washington State DOT site.
Head To The Mountains And Enjoy The Snow! Here are some of the best places to go sled riding in Washington this winter. Considering over half the state has seen snow over the last few days, it’s safe to say that winter is imminent. And while skiing and snowboarding tend to be people’s favorite means of celebration, not everyone has time (or the desire) to make that happen. Plus, you’re really never too old to go sledding. Here are some of our favorite spots. 1. Tubing Park at Ski Hill, Leavenworth - Leavenworth’s Ski Hill is a small ski area with two Alpine runs, a tubing hill with rope tows, and cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails. 2. Mt. Rainier National Park - The only place where sledding is allowed in the park is the designated snow play area immediately north of the upper parking lot at Paradise... but if you can find it, it’s worth it. 3. Franklin Park, Yakima - When Yakima schools have a snow day, you’ll find most of the students sledding down the hills at Franklin Park. 4. Echo Valley Ski Area - This Chelan area ski and tubing hill has rope tows and a four-lane tubing hill. 5. Hurricane Ridge - Olympic National Park’s Hurricane Ridge has a small skiing and snowboarding area that also has a tubing run. Stop by the visitors’ center for information and a warming area. Click here for more fun places to visit this winter season. Lewis-McChord Communities
Energy Saving Tips Winter Energy Conservation Tips
By Tammy Shoop, Directorate of Public Works Environmental Division It can be tricky to conserve energy during winter in the Pacific Northwest. Small changes in behavior can make real impact on the bottom line since anytime we overheat, or overcool, it increases our energy use. Best bet- is to cut it back, and close it all! Keep all windows and doors shut. Keep your thermostat to 68 degrees, and turn your thermostat down when you go to sleep at night, or leave the house. You don’t want to compete for the heat. Unplug it when it’s not in use. Vampire power is the power used by those appliances or electronics that are plugged in but not being used. Use power strips where you can, and turn them off when you leave, or go to sleep. Switch to energy-saving compact florescent lights or light emitting diodes. CFLs and LEDs consume only a fraction of the energy consumed by their incandescent counterparts. Set your decorative lights on a timer. If you are shopping for new appliances or electronics make sure they are part of the Energy Star program, a simple choice for energy efficiency. Keep your hot water tank set to 120 degrees, and turn the heat cycle off when you run the dishwasher. Wash only full loads of clothes and dishes, and use cold water when you can. These are just a few easy winter conservation tips to help conserve energy. Remember the power is in our hands. See additional information on JBLM’s Energy program on JBLM DPW Environmental website at: https://home.army.mil/lewis-mcchord/index. php/my-Joint-Base-Lewis-Mcchord/all-services/public_works-environmental_division/energy-program.
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JBLM - Snow, Ice And Sanding Removal Plan
JBLM Snow, Ice And Sanding Plan.
ROAD SNOW,ICE AND SANDING REMOVAL PLAN JBLM - Snow,COMMUNITIES Ice And Sanding LEWIS-MCCHORD
Removal Plan
In the event of storms, where ice or snow accumulations are imminent, Lewis-McChord Communities staff will be on standby to respond if in fact the weather does affect the roads within the Housing Areas. While in standby mode, we will monitor local news as well as the Joint Base Hotlines, so we can provide the quickest response possible to the ever changing conditions.
ROAD SNOW,ICE AND SANDING REMOVAL PLAN LEWIS-MCCHORD COMMUNITIES
Please keep in mind, LMC does not have staff on site 24 hours a day to assess road conditions; so when conditions change overnight we will respond as ice quickly as possible in cooperation with theLewis-McChord Department ofCommunities Emergency Services Public Works. When or snow accumulations are imminent, staff willand be on standby to respond if in fact the weather does affect the roads within the Housing Areas. While in standby mode, we will monitor local news as well as the Joint Base Alerts, so
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Did You Know? The American Flag Rules for Displaying the American Flag With Memorial Day, Independence Day, and a few others, there’s no lack of patriotic holidays in the United States. But one in particular is all about the star spangled banner that flies o’er the land of the free and the home of the brave. Flag Day—June 14—is the official commemoration of the stars and stripes as the country’s standard. The flag was officially adopted on June 14, 1777 at the Second Continental Congress, and since then, Americans have flown it at their homes, written songs about it and a pledge to it, and emblazoned it on everything from sunglasses to swim trunks. An estimated 150 million American flags are sold every year, with 76 percent of Americans 65 years and older saying they or their family owns a flag. Even 62 percent of 18-24 year olds say they or their family owns one, according to the National Retail Federation. Such an important emblem of American ideals brings with it strict decorum. In 1923, a group of organizations headed by the American Legion outlined the National Flag Code as a set of rules on how to correctly display the flag, which were then turned into law during World War II as the United States Flag Code. There are some obvious stipulations, like making sure the flag never hits the ground. But there are some out-of-left-field requirements as well. For instance, per the code, the flag is to be considered a living thing. Just in case you need a quick rundown of the flag dos-and-don’ts, here are some lesser-known rules for displaying the flag. NO FLAG CAN HOLD PROMINENCE OVER THE AMERICAN FLAG—THOUGH THERE ARE TWO EXCEPTIONS - For Americans, Old Glory is tops when it comes to the flag-flying game. But despite the general rule that it should always be the most prominent, it’s not always the most important. Section 7 of the flag code decrees that no flag should be placed above the flag of the United States, but one exception is that the flag of the United Nations can be flown in a superior position, although only at the U.N. headquarters in New York. One other exception involves a church’s pennant being allowed to fly above the American flag during services performed by naval chaplains while at sea. As for your house? It looks like you should definitely make sure the American flag is up top. YOU CAN FLY MULTIPLE COUNTRY FLAGS, BUT OLD GLORY GETS DIBS - If, say, Mexican-Americans want to display their heritage with the stars and stripes and the bandera nacional together, both are to be flown from separate staffs of the same height, and they should be equal in size. But on U.S. soil the American flag should always be placed in a position of honor, meaning fly the flag to its own right (the viewer’s left). If you have a few different country flags, the flags should be raised and lowered at the same time. YOU CAN FLY THE FLAG ALL YEAR ROUND IF IT’S NYLON - If a storm’s coming, take down your flag. It’s as easy as that. Despite the fact that the code says “the flag should not be displayed on days when the weather is inclement,” it does make an exception for “when an all weather flag is displayed.” An all-weather flag is one made from nylon, polyester, or other non-absorbent materials, which shouldn’t be hard to find—most flags nowadays are meant to be flown outdoors and are made of all-weather materials. Best to leave that old cotton flag properly stored indoors. YOU CAN STILL FLY YOUR FLAG IN THE DARK - Lowering or taking down the flag at sunset isn’t strictly enforced by the code, it’s just a “universal custom.” Yet when “a patriotic effect is desired,” you can let that thing soar at all hours of the day and night so long as it’s “properly illuminated” during the evening and hours of darkness. Follow this link for more rules for displaying the American Flag. Lewis-McChord Communities
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JBLM News
Winter Activities on JBLM By Tammy Shoop, Directorate of Public Works Environmental Outreach Joint Base Lewis-McChord has much to offer in the way of history, culture, and activities. Winter is the perfect time to learn something new about this unique installation. There are approximately 300 historic buildings, structures, and objects dating between 1917 and 1948 are preserved within the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Garrison Historic District. The historic district is eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, and is listed in the Washington Heritage Register. You can learn about historical buildings through the National Park Service website. Take a stroll in the Lewis Garrison Historic District, there are interpretative signs everywhere to help visualize what was there before, and how the space is being used now. Be sure to check out the Lewis Army Museum- it has beautiful architecture and an outside tank display. Even though there are restrictions for entry into the museum (come back again, post-Covid), it’s a great spot to see historical equipment outside. Heritage Hill, on McChord, has historical aircraft displaying the Air Force legacy. You can walk through the parked aircraft and get a sense of history. This site also overlooks McChord Airfield and has one of the best views of Mt. Rainier on the installation. If you are looking for a place to take the kids and the dog for a walk, why not Porter Hills Trail on McChord or McKay Marsh? Both sites are easily accessible and offer an easy option on JBLM. McKay Marsh has interpretative signage, and a platform that overlooks the marsh- great for bird watching in any weather. Did you know we have federally protected species on JBLM? There are Taylor’s checkerspot butterfly, Mazama pocket gopher, streaked horned lark, Puget Sound steelhead and Coho salmon are federally threatened. Keeping active during the winter months helps promote a sustainable lifestyle. Meet your “New Year, New You” goals by making a plan to add more physical activity. You can track your exercise, healthy food choices, and try new activities to keep focused on your goals. When you schedule outdoor activities have a backup plan in case weather or overcrowding interferes with your day. Always check with your destination before you go to make sure they are open, and the hours haven’t changed. The JBLM Environmental Division website has much to offer, click on ‘Cultural’ for a summary of JBLM history. Follow us on the Sustainable Facebook page for more ideas. JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD - Cultural Resources JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD - JBLM Fish and Wildlife. JBLM MWR TEAM MCCHORD National Park Service Lewis-McChord Communities
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Community Services
Caught On Camera - January Fun!
Community Services Email: lewismcchordcommunities@gmail.com Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Closed Saturday and Sunday Community Services Coordinator: Hope Schwickerath Community Services Director: Marcia McDowell
join the conversation Like us on Facebook, find us on Twitter, look for us on Instagram and Pinterest, you can even find us on snapchat. Lincoln Military Housing is not responsible for information from other organizations published in this newsletter. Lewis-McChord Communities
Community Services Mission Statement Our mission is to improve the quality of life for our military residents through programs designed to strengthen personal connections between neighbors, and to partner with like minded local organizations to support this goal. Resource Guide 9
District Information
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DISTRICT OFFICES LEWIS MAIN
LEWIS NORTH
MCCHORD FIELD
Lewis Main District Office
Lewis West District Office
Lewis East District Office
Lewis North District Office
McChord District Office
Broadmoor, Town Center and Clarkdale
Parkway, Davis Hill, Greenwood and Hillside
Discovery Village, Evergreen and New Hillside
Meriwether Landing, Beachwood North, Beachwood South and Eagleview
All McChord and Madigan
BLDG 5133 - Lewis Main Phone: 253-912-3460 lewismain@lpsi.com
BLDG 5133 - Lewis Main Phone: 253-912-3493 lewiswest@lpsi.com
BLDG 10400 - Lewis North Phone: 253-912-3475 lewisnorth@lpsi.com
BLDG 3209 - McChord Field Phone: 253-589-0523 mcchord@lpsi.com
District Manager: Heather Curaming Maintenance Supervisor: Matt Clark
District Manager: Amy VanPevenage Maintenance Supervisor: Dale Kimmell
BLDG 60100A - Lewis Main Phone: 253-912-3485 lewiseast@lpsi.com
District Manager: Jessica Flansburg Maintenance Supervisor: Adam Aflau
District Manager: Kimberly Trammell Maintenance Supervisor: Joe Mavaega
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District Manager: Lesley Bonnell Maintenance Supervisor: Adam Brokaw
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Maintenance Tips
How Can We Help? Maintenance Requests, Suggestions or Residents Concerns Do you have a needed repair, a suggestion, or a concern? Lincoln Military Housing is committed to enriching the lives of military families through providing quality homes and vibrant communities. Your feedback is an important piece in helping us accomplish this goal, and we want to ensure we provide you with an avenue to initially address your needed repair, suggestion or concern and the process to escalate it, should that be necessary. Below is an outline of our easy Three- Step process for concerns and opportunities to provide feedback.
Three-Step Process for Resident Concerns Step One
Step Two
Step Three
Identify the issue and contact Lincoln Military Housing:
If the issue is incomplete contact Lincoln Military Housing:
If the issue is still unresolved contact:
Lincoln At Your Service 24-HR Toll-Free Hotline: 888-578-4141 LincolnServiceTrack.com
General Management Office 253-912-2111
Government Family Housing 253-967-2524
~ Lewis Main District Office | 253-912-3460 ~ Lewis West District Office | 253-912-3493 ~ Lewis East District Office | 253-912-3485 ~ Lewis North District Office | 253-912-3475 ~ McChord District Office | 253-589-0523 Lewis-McChord Communities
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