May 21, 2021
Interactive Customer Evaluation Comments Regarding Parking During BRC We have received several comments regarding the parking lot closure on NAS II required by the Basic Rider Course. This course is a regular occurrence which we are required to maintain for the safety of our motorcycle riders. We have looked into the feasibility of some of the suggested locations, but ultimately there is no regularly available location on NAS Sigonella which would have zero impact to base parking. The flight line is an untenable location not only due to aviation operations, but also the fact that drivers must undergo special training and license to drive on the flight line. Additionally, the location must be certified by a Motorcycle Safety Foundation inspector, traveling from Naples, to verify spacing, markings, and compliance with all requirements so it cannot just be “picked up and moved.” To minimize the impact, we publish advance notification via all-hands message that the parking lot will be closed as well as posting signs and barriers prior to the event. While we regret the fact that some parking is unavailable at these times, there is sufficient parking in building 555, the NAS 2 parking garage. If you would like to discuss potential alternatives to find out which options have already been explored, please contact the NAS Sigonella Safety Director Scott Rode at 624-6261 or michael.rode@eu.navy.mil. Comment Regarding Commissary Bottled Water: Bought two 24 pack of Levissima waters today and they all tasted as if they were left out in the sun for extended periods. The water had a weird plastic taste. This is the third time I have bought water from the commissary and have had the water taste odd/plastic like. I do understand it is in a plastic bottle, but water should not have an odd after taste. This is the only reason I submitted an ICE comment. Is it possible to review storage and handling practices for the 24 pack water cases? Or Limit sun exposure? Response: The Sigonella commissary strives to provide our community the best possible products including bottled water. Our bottled water inventory is transported in covered container vans and offloaded
directly into our warehouse upon delivery. Under no circumstances are the water bottles left outside of our warehouse to be exposed to the elements as we fully understand that doing so would degrade the quality of product available. If you experience a situation like this in the future, please bring the case of water back to the commissary and speak directly to the Store Manager, Edwin Rodriguez, or the assistant manager to resolve the issue.
Bravo Zulu BZ to Gym Today at 12:35 at the NAS 2 fitness center I asked the front desk staff for cleaning supplies to clean the equipment I was using and an employee Francesca would not let me clean my own mess. The customer service was above normal. BRAVO ZULU to Francesca! BZ to MWR I am very new to Sigonella, but as soon as COVID lifted, 4 of us signed up for a hike on Mt Etna. Been on many outdoor trips, several with MWR entities all over the world. But the trip we took was WELL worth the money. Rebecca Yarling and Rossario (guide) were great, nobody got lost so that was a plus, but the environment was fantastic, the massive buffet we got for lunch was some of the food I have had on the island. The hike itself was amazing, myself and the 3 I went with had a great time. I also really appreciate the trip packed weekends that they plan and keep great trips going. despite COVID restrictions they are always putting up new trips. Hands down the most active MWR I have ever been stationed with. BZ to MWR First I want to give shout out to the gym and their staff. Even through crazy COVID times, staff are continuously keeping us in good shapes with great events and challenges every month and every holiday. So big thank you, guys for that. I only wish the personal trainers could start providing their services since some of us, ladies need a bit guidance with equipment. So waiting (fingers crossed ) Second big thanks to library and their "ICE" cont’d on Page 11
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