October 2, 2020
Building Bridges of Collaboration
By Petty Officer 2nd Class Brianna Green , Naval Facilities Engineering Command Europe Africa AVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA, Italy (Sept. 16, Somalia to North in Iceland. All of these projects, regardless 2020) The Naval Facilities Engineering Command of the design, result in bridges being built between our Europe Africa and Central (NAVFAC EURAFCENT) is American workforce – uniformed and civilian – and the local one of the most operationally focused Facilities Engineering national professionals we depend on to succeed. Command in the world. The area of responsibility covers “Our local nationals are the corporate knowledge of our four continents, 125 countries, three combatant commands organization,” said Chris Lee, the deputy public works officer assigned to the Public Works Department aboard NAS Sigonella. “They take tremendous pride in their work and are entrusted with training our Seabees and U.S. government service employees on the intricacies of Naval Air Station Sigonella.” This dynamic team is executing $191.5 million in projects with 286 officers, enlisted, U.S. civil service members and local nationals. Nearly 40% are Italian citizens. During an All Hands with the Commanding Officer of
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Angelo Rapisarda, builder shop supervisor, demonstrates leveling cement to Steelworker 2nd Class Roy Hugher of Dorchester, Massachusetts and Builder 2nd Class Samuel Gibson of St. Augustine, Florida, all assigned to the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Europe Africa Central (EURAFCENT) Public Works Department (PWD) Sigonella, during a site tour through current projects that PWD Sigonella is completing September 16, 2020. This area will include three flag poles to render honors and recognize the daily collaboration between the U.S. military and Italian allies. (U.S. Navy Photo by Lisa Woodbury Rama)
and more than 37% of the world’s population. In this area, if a DoD shovel goes into the ground, the people holding the shovels are most likely assigned to NAVFAC EURAFCENT. Currently, the command manages facility project planning and design along with acquisition, construction, leasing, environmental, maintenance and contingency support projects in more than a dozen countries from as far South as
Construction Mechanic Constructionman Kassandra Rome, dispatcher, assigned to the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Europe Africa Central Public Works Department (PWD) Sigonella, checks on the status of a vehicle for the Transportation Supervisor Ruffino Salvatore September 16, 2020. (U.S. Navy Photo by Lisa Woodbury Rama) "Italian News" cont’d from Page 8
reliquaries, ornaments, chalices, pyxes and a precious walnut sacristy cabinet. On top of the church, the tower upstairs offers a panoramic view of Palermo and the “Conca d’Oro,” the beautiful valley located below Monreale. The cloister is open Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. On Sundays and holidays, it is open from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Driving inside Monreale is not advisable because parking space is limited in town. Instead, you can leave your vehicle
Vitals Carmelo, mechanic, shows Steelworker 2nd Class Roy Hughes of Dorchester, Massachusetts, both assigned to the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Europe Africa Central (EURAFCENT) Public Works Department (PWD) Sigonella, how to check the oil levels in a duty van during a site tour September 16, 2020. (U.S. Navy Photo by Lisa Woodbury Rama)
NAVFAC EURAFCENT, Capt. Jeffrey J. Kilian, awarded Cristiano Perotti Casagrande, the real estate property account officer, and Santo Pavone, the general engineer and host nation liaison, with a Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award. Prior to the All Hands Call, Kilian presented a certificate to Eliana Squadrito, facilities management division work control assistant, for her selection as the Employee of the Quarter, 2nd quarter, fiscal year 2020 and 12 commanding officer coins to local national, SEABEE and U.S. government civilians for their contributions to the command. “The Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award is rarely presented to host national employees, but our leadership wanted to recognize these workers for their contribution to our team,” said Kilian. “What we can’t put on an award is our gratitude and appreciation for the host national employees who continuously train our new employees every few years at turnover. Their mentorship is a tremendous part in our success.” outside the city and walk toward the historic center. A large private parking lot located behind the cathedral is also available. Monreale can be easily reached from Corso Calatafimi, one of Palermo’s main avenues, which is located near the cathedral. Drive straight for about 20 minutes toward the northern area of Palermo until you to arrive at Monreale. For more information and tickets visit https://www. duomomonreale.com/
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