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Vol. 32 No. 36
Richardson relieves Greenert as CNO FROM CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS PUBLIC AFFAIRS
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Adm. John Richardson relieved Adm. Jonathan Greenert as the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) in a ceremony, Sept. 18, at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. Richardson became the 31st CNO, the Navy's most senior officer and, as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, a principal advisor to the Secretary of the Navy, Secretary of the Defense and the President. The Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, spoke to mark the significance of the event. "We are here today to mark the change of command in one of the most storied, most historic and iconic posts in our military or any military-the Chief of Naval Operations," said Mabus. "This job has been held by Leahy and King and Nimitz and Burke and Zumwalt - the very title implies action. It's the Chief of Naval Operations." Mabus added, "It is fitting that this ceremony takes place here at the Naval Academy, where the Navy legacy and legend for both our outgoing and incoming CNO began." Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter, the senior Pentagon official in attendance, presided over the event. Carter spoke of the Navy's many accomplishments during Greenert's tenure. "With Adm. Greenert standing the watch, America's Sailors and Marines have been where it matters, when it matters - rebalancing to the Asia-Pacific, where much of America's future will be written; reinforcing our longstanding NATO allies; supporting our forces ashore in the turbulent Middle East; and providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief the world over, in a way that only America can and does do," said Carter. Before concluding, Carter's remarks turned to the future, adding "Continuing and building on all this work will be critical going forward, and Adm. John Richardson was a clear choice to carry it out." During the ceremony, Richardson took the podium to thank Greenert and his wife Darleen. "To have the chance to work with Adm. Greenert - to have he and Darleen as friends and mentors, is like being an immediate family member."
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Sept. 18, 2015) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert is relieved by Adm. John Richardson at a change of office ceremony held at the U.S. Naval Academy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathan Laird/Released)
The new CNO briefly discussed his worldview and the optimism he has for the future. "I think that deep in our guts we sense a shift in the world, and we sense that once again it will be vitally important to protect our interests on the seas," said Richardson. "As an American and as your CNO, I am very optimistic. Because this is exactly the environment in which Americans thrive, and we will thrive." In his farewell speech, Greenert, after four years as CNO and 40 years of honorable service as a Naval officer, thanked those who served with him during his tenure, his friends, family and the men and women serving in the U.S. Navy. "People are this country's asymmetric advantage," said Greenert. "We talk a lot about the Sailors, but it's also the civilians. It's also the families.
It's great Americans willing to do the job. They are our advantage." Greenert also praised his successor. "Challenges remain, but we have the right team," said Greenert. "Adm. Richardson has all that it takes, but he also has what it takes, and that is Dana [his wife], and they are ready to meet those challenges." The Office of the Chief of Naval Operations has established the following social media accounts for Sailors and citizens to communicate with and get information from the new CNO: - Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/ CNORichardson) - Twitter (http://twitter.com/CNORichardson) - Flickr (http://flickr.com/CNORichardson) - Instagram (http://instagram.com/CNORichardson)
Simple changes = significant results for NCTS by mc3 amber porter Patrol Squadron Nine Public Affairs
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily -- After winning July's “Energy Biggest Loser” competition by reducing overall energy consumption 11.6% from previous July, commands at NAS Sigonella are determined to build on the success of their energy conservation efforts by making lasting environmental changes. The competition, which concluded July 31, compared the energy use of the Region's installations during the month of July to their historical usage of the same time period in previous years. U.S. Naval Computer and Telecommunications Station (NCTS) made the most significant contribution to the win after finding ways to reduce their installation's energy consumption which accounts for 40% of the overall base energy usage. “As a communication station, we are operational 24 hours a day, seven days a week and have a tremendous amount of computers, electronics, and HVAC loads,” said Construction Mechanic First Class John McClain, representative for the NCTS energy program. “Our goal was to find ways to reduce our constant lighting and increase the productivity of our HVAC systems.” After a meeting to brainstorm strategies for the base energy use, NCTS requested Antonino Piluso, NASSIG's Installation Energy Manager, to survey the facility and provide his professional point of view. “Identifying the small things that we could do was part of the challenge,” said McClain. “We devised ideas and looked at our larger assets.”
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Sailors at U.S. Naval Computer and Telecommunications Station (NCTS) devised solutions to cut energy consumption, resulting in a significant contribution to NAS Sigonella's energy reduction in July. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amber Porter/Released)
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Direct Line It is with great pleasure, along with Chief Todd Willets and Master-at-Arms First Class Michael Garwood, to serve as the NAS Sigonella Command Area Project Officer (CAPOs). From Sept. 21 - Nov. 20 we have another chance to make charitable contributions through the Department of Defense Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas (CFC-O). Contributing to the CFC-O enables us to carry on the military tradition of generosity and embodies the theme of the 2015 campaign: “Give because you care.” This annual event has two primary purposes: To raise awareness about CFC charities and to raise donations to help those in need. This year’s installation goal is to raise $120,000. The Combined Federal Campaign has a rich history. Fundraising for charitable organizations in the Federal workplace can be traced to the late-1940s. However, formal authority for fundraising in the Federal workplace was not established until 1961. In signing Executive Order 10927, President John F. Kennedy authorized the U.S. Civil Service Commission to develop guidelines and regulate fundraising in the Federal service. Due to its tremendous success, President Kennedy determined that the program was well-enough established that the President's Committee on Fund Raising within the federal service could be abolished. He did so and assigned the program to John W. Marcy, Jr., Chairman of the Civil Service Commission by Executive Order 10927. By 1971 all campaigns had become "combined." President Nixon announced on March 3, 1971 that the CFC would be the uniform fundraising method for the federal service. Another major change at the time was the introduction of payroll deduction as a form of charitable contribution. This was made possible only by a truly combined, once-a-year campaign and greatly increased the size of contributions. The CFC-O includes thousands of charities that depend upon support from contributors like you to help those in need at home and around the world.
With so many choices, you are sure to find a cause that speaks to your heart. Throughout the months of September through November each unit is highly encouraged to hold individual fundraising events to help promote CFC-O and help build unit camaraderie. In addition to the fund raising events, each Sigonella DoD employee and activeduty member will be approached by a command representative who will provide information on the charities available in order to make the CFC-O a success. Command representatives will also provide members the opportunity to make a contribution through a one-time cash or check donation, an online eGiving contribution or a continuing contribution via Mypay. I’m asking that each person here seriously consider starting an allotment. If each of us gives $10 per month, we could easily eclipse our $120,000 goal. Sigonella has historically been one of the most generous commands in all Europe, so I have no doubt that our caring community can make it happen. If you don't think you can afford $10 per month, don't despair. The minimum allotment is $1 per month, which still makes a significant impact. In 2014, CFC-O donors pledged more than $8.2 million for those in need, including more than $360,000 for Family Support and Youth Programs, which enhance the quality of life programs in our overseas military communities. As we work together, 2015 will prove to be another successful campaign year to provide help and hope for those in need.
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Carter: DOD Provides 'Unconditional' Support for 'Lean In Circles'
Senior Chief Chico Garcia Saluti Sigonella!
September 25, 2015
By Lisa Ferdinando,
DOD News, Defense Media Activity
I would like to thank those who have generously given in the past and urge you to continue the tradition in the 2015 campaign. If you have never participated in the CFC, I hope you will consider joining us this year in supporting the effort by extending your service and giving because you care. Remember, each donation, large or small, makes a difference in the lives of those in need. Please follow the European Theater CFC-O on Facebook, type (Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas) in the search box or head on over to their website at: http://cfcoverseas.org/ for further information.
Commanding Officer's Suggestion Box The ICE/CO Suggestion Box is for our community and Commanding Officer to discuss, with an eye toward constant improvement, how we are excelling* and how we can improve**. The Signature and NASSIG Facebook Page typically publish comments and responses for the benefit of the Sigonella community. Comments/suggestions are useful when objective, constructive, and specific. ICE/CO Suggestion Box is NOT a forum for mean-spirited attacks. * If you submit a "BZ" about a specific person or department, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME in order to ensure comment authenticity and therefore publically recognize employees or organizations. ** The Commanding Officer will ensure a response to all signed comments/suggestions and the vast majority of anonymous ones but reserves the right to disregard those comments/ suggestions disinterested in the spirit of the program! There are two ways to submit; go to: 1) Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) home page on a One-Net computer at: http://ice.disa.mil, All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu. – or – 2) NAS Sigonella's website www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, go to the "About" drop down menu and click on "CO Suggestion Box".
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Department of Defense (DOD) is providing "unconditional" support for "Lean In Circles," or peer-to-peer mentoring groups, to help in empowering women and to propel them into leadership roles, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Monday. Carter sat in on a Lean In Circle at the Pentagon Monday with Sheryl Sandberg, the best-selling author of "Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead." Sandberg is the founder of LeanIn.Org and the chief operating officer of Facebook. More than a dozen women of various ranks from across the services took part in today's circle, including Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James, Army Brig. Gen. Patricia Frost and retired Army Gen. Ann Dunwoody, the first woman in the U.S. military to achieve the rank of four-star general. DOD Support for Circles The Defense Department, Carter said, will provide space and time for service members and civilians to participate in the circles. The meetings are voluntary and open to everyone. The secretary added that he highly encourages everyone to "take advantage of DOD spaces made available before, after or during work hours" for these meetings, whether in the Pentagon or around the globe. The circles are an "investment in our people and our future," he said, explaining that the meetings boost morale and productivity and help to build diverse leadership. "Our people make us the best; to stay the best, we need to keep up with current trends in talent management," the secretary said. "These circles have a proven record of empowering women throughout our ranks, and giving men a way to lean in also and support their female colleagues and improve themselves." Women 'Mission Critical' in Military The participants in today's circle talked about "institutional barriers" in the military, Sandberg said, noting a "leadership gap" that she said exists in every industry in the United States along with an "unconscious bias" in dealing with gender and race. "Nine percent of our generals are female; less than 5 percent of Fortune 500 CEOs are female," she said. A problem,
she added, is that women often are placed in roles, such as support jobs, that are less likely to get promoted into CEO or general officer positions. "The good news is that we can change this," she said. Having women in the top roles in the military is "mission critical" in building the force needed to defend the United States and its values around the world, Sandberg said. The military is the largest employer in the nation, and historically has a leader in social change, Sandberg noted. "If the United States military can get this right, other industries will follow, and today is part of that," she said. "I have great admiration for the women and men who serve in uniform or are part of the Department of Defense civilians, she said. "I have special admiration for the women, because you fight for equality with every step you take every day you come to work. A more diverse force is a stronger force." Important Discussions Frost, the deputy commanding general for operations at U.S. Army Cyber Command, said she holds an informal "fitness group" Lean In Circle. The discussions allow her to hear the challenges and concerns of members and get the "pulse" on some of the things going on in her command, she said. Having "open conversations" is important in moving women forward in the military, the general said. While the circles give women a chance to talk about their challenges, she added, it also benefits men. "I think we really have had a success story when it is men and women, and we are discussing how women can mentor men about women," Frost said. "I don't know that men know some of the biases that they have, and I just don't think they see it." Air Force Master Sgt. Heather Morales, who has a Lean In Circle at the Pentagon, said today's discussions focused on what is holding women back in the military and some of the things the women were experiencing at their bases or had experienced throughout their careers. "It's very important to have these discussions, and especially at this level -- to have the secretary of defense and the secretary of the Air Force engaged to solve these issues -because many of the problems that exist, some are related to biases that people don't even know that they have," she said.
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September 25, 2015
DON SAPRO records worldwide PSA during Sigonella visit By Mc1 tony d. Curtis NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily -- Jill Loftus, director of Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (DON SAPRO), visited Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Sept. 16-18 with the InterACT performance in the base theater. InterACT is a social justice performance troupe that has provided sexual assault intervention programs for universities, juvenile detention facilities, housing projects, after-school programs and rehabilitation centers. During Loftus' visit, she also recorded a public service announcement (PSA) at American Forces Network (AFN) Sigonella. The message, which will air on AFN in both European and Pacific theaters, was focused around applying the Navy's core values of honor, courage and commitment when it comes to preventing sexual assault. "There is no place for sexual assault in our Navy and Marine Corps," said Loftus. "We need to be there to step in when necessary and support those who have been victimized. We all must do our part to foster a culture based on professionalism and respect." The message of this PSA is everybody has a responsibility and every-
body needs to show up. When your shipmate needs you, be there for them. "When [DON SAPRO] was initially established, we first wanted to make people aware that sexual assaults were happening in the Navy and Marine Corps," said Loftus. "Now, we need those same people to instinctively step in. We want it to be second nature for them to stop a potential sexual assault." Nearly 80% of reported sexual assaults are "blue-on-blue," which means that service members are harming service members. "If we make our command climates and environments not suitable for somebody assaulting other people, they will understand that somebody will step in, somebody will say 'no,' and somebody is going to stop them," said Loftus. This PSA, along with other new initiatives, such as virtual reality simulators, mobile applications and a planned graphic novel, are part of DON SAPRO's way of communicating with younger Sailors and Marines. Loftus feels that it's working. According to research by Loftus' office, from 2013 to 2014, there was a 30% decrease in incidents of sexual assault across the entire Department of the Navy. There was also a significant increase in the number of reports over that same period of time. "We're seeing examples all over
During Loftus' visit, she recorded a public service announcement (PSA) at American Forces Network (AFN) Sigonella. The message, which will air on AFN in both European and Pacific theaters, was focused around applying the Navy's core values of honor, courage and commitment when it comes to preventing sexual assault. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)
the world of Sailors and Marines intervening to prevent sexual assault," added Loftus. "Some off-duty bartenders in Key West, Florida, were telling me that they have Sailors and Marines that are intervening with tourists if they see someone slip
something into a drink. They aren't just out to protect their shipmates, but they recognize a problem and know it's the right thing to do." For more news from Naval Air Station Sigonella, visit www.navy. mil/local/nassig/.
Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN 624-CARE (2273) or commercial 095-56-2273, M-F: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For non-emergent medical questions that arise over the weekend, holidays, or after office hours, please call 335-578-8077 if you are normally seen at the hospital or 335-578-8150 if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.
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Sigonella recognizes work by Navy Family Ombudsman by agata Carnazza Fleet and Family Support Center
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - The role of an Ombudsman for our Navy Families is considerably different from those across our fellow services. So now you ask, what is an ombudsman? An ombudsman is a volunteer, appointed by the Commanding Officer (CO), who serves on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are the spouse of an active duty or selected reserve member assigned to the command, willing to serve as the official liaison between the command and its families. An Ombudsman assists the CO in maintaining the morale and welfare of the command’s active duty service members and its families. Your Command Ombudsman is an important advocate for families and single sailors, helping to disseminate accurate information regarding command policies, services available across the community, knowledge of available resources, and deployments. The Ombudsman is not a trained counselor or social worker, but is there to assist you and help you get the resources you need. They are an appropriate point of contact for families and single sailors and able to refer them to the appropriate agency for questions, concerns, help or intervention. This year marks the 45th anniversary of our Navy Family Ombudsman Program. To commemorate this special milestone, we recognize those here in our NASSIG community who exercise the true spirit of volunteerism, by offering to be that connective link between command leadership, Sailors and families. This connection is vital at all times, however, when the Sailor is
away from home, they are assured that support is standing by to offer dedicated service to their families. The Sigonella community will be recognizing the hard work and dedication of our local Ombudsman by having a luncheon on Sept. 30, 2015 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
The Ombudsman Creed I am an Ombudsman I am not a crutch, But I can support you I am not a counselor But I know one I am not a taxi driver But I can steer you in the right direction I am not a rescuer But I can help save lives I am not a babysitter But I can refer you to a caregiver I am not a gossiper But I am a great listener I am not an enabler But I can provide tools to empower you I am not a master of anything But I know many experts who understand your needs I am not a Recreation or Health Specialist But I am concerned about your Morale, Welfare, and Health I am not a busybody as I've been called But I am an Official Command Representative I am a Navy family Ombudsman And I am of Service to you The Navy Family
With 35 years of service, Anne Hammett was the longest serving NAS Sigonella employee in attendance at the Length of Serivce Awards, shown above cutting the cake with Commanding Officer Capt. Christopher Dennis. Throughout her career Hammett has worked in the U.S., Japan and Guantanamo Bay, and arrived to Sigonella in November 2014. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ramon Go/Released)
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Pistachio festival returns to Bronte tonight by alberto lunetta
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - The mouthwatering annual food event held in Bronte celebrating pistachio kicks off tonight and runs in the historic heart of Bronte through Sept. 26 and from Oct. 3 through Oct. 4. This year, newly-elected Bronte mayor Graziano Calanna, told media that the festival would be a brand new world-class event, starting from the event’s name, which has been for 25 years “Sagra del pistacchio” (Pistachio festival), that will be changed to “Expo del Pistacchio” (Pistachio Expo) to elevate the event to an international level. Besides that, festival’s booths will not be concentrated just in one area but will be spread across several roads of the town’s center in order to allow festivalgoers to enjoy Corso Umberto, the main road. The hub of the festival will be piazza Spedalieri where all the pistachio specialties will be on display. Bronte, a town located on the Western slopes of Mt. Etna boasts the title of “Italian capital of pistachio.” In fact, Bronte has a yearly production of nearly 30,000 quintals of pistachios (one per cent of the total world production) that are harvested every two years between August and September. Bronte is therefore considered the spearhead of pistachio’s production in Europe. That is why, in Sicily, this precious seed fruit is also nicknamed “green gold.” Romans first introduced the cultivation of pistachio in Sicily importing it from the Middle East. However, it was the Arabs who actively grew, processed, and exported pistachio during the high middle ages. That’s why the Sicilian words for pistachio are “Frastuca” (the seed) and “Frastucara” (the plant), they respectively derive from the Arabic words “Fristach” and "Festuch.” In Catania province, pistachio has been cultivated in the high mountain fertile volcanic soils of Etna since the second half of the 19th century, thanks to its resistance to extreme weather conditions. Over the centuries, local growers have been living in “symbiosis” with the volcano, fearing it
but at the same time enjoying the fertility that Etna “donates” to the crops at the end of the eruptive activity. Festival goers browsing through the stalls can sample a variety of pistachiobased dishes such as desserts, cakes, ice cream, honey, “Nutella” (hazelnut spread with a chocolaty taste) patisserie and savory dishes such as “Tagghiarini” (tagliatelle) and “Maccarruni” (maccheroni) homemade pasta with pesto sauce (made as the usual pesto but replacing the basil with pistachio), Ravioli, “Salsiccia” (pork sausage) and “Arancini” (breaded rice balls filled with ragù and cheese). This year there will also be pistachio vino that is a dessert wine as well as the cocktail al pistacchio (pistachio liquor). The festival also features booths, arts and crafts (lava stone, wood) and other local produce such as cheeses, salami and more as well as sweets including “Fillette” (circular shaped confections made with flour, sugar, and eggs that is cooked in a frying pan) and “Nucatuli” that are made with flour, sugar, lard, eggs vanilla, peeled ground pistachio, cinnamon and rose water. The festival kicks off tonight at 6 p.m. in the historic center with a town band concert and a cheerleaders show. During the weekend, festivals grounds are open all day long through late night featuring food, activities, arts and crafts, folklore parades and music. Don’t miss the free pistachio cake tasting that takes place in piazza Avv. Castiglione at 6 p.m. on the last festival’s day (Sunday, Oct.4 ). On the same day, a group of flag throwers from Motta and cheerleaders
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) today announced the award of a $133,263,550 contract to Identity Theft Guard Solutions LLC, doing business as ID Experts, for identity theft protection services for 21.5 million individuals whose personal information was stolen in one of the largest cybercrimes ever carried out against the United States Government. These services will be provided at no cost to the victims whose
will be performing at 5 p.m. in the historic center. For more information and detailed schedules, visit www.comune.bronte.ct.it Nelson Castle While you are visiting the festival make sure you visit the famous “Castello di Nelson,” an amazing castle located in the neighboring town of Maniace, about eight miles from Bronte. The Castle was built in the 18th century on the ruins of a medieval abbey erected on a basaltic rock
by Queen Margaret of Navarra in 1173 and belonged to the world-renowned British Admiral Horatio Nelson, the one who defeated the French at sea during the Napoleonic Wars. King of Naples Reaching Bronte is fairly easy. Exit Bronte on Adrano- Randazzo national road 284. Visitors can also get to Bronte from Catania by catching the “Circumetnea” train leaving from the station “Borgo”, or the “Circumetnea” buses leaving from the station “Porto.”
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If you like pistachio, make sure you visit the 26th edition of the mouthwatering Pistachio Festival which returns to Bronte spreading across two weekends (Sep. 25-26 and Oct. 3-4) and featuring pistachio-based specialties and entertainment. (Photo by https://blueskyitaly.files.wordpress.com)
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sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, were compromised in the cyber incident involving background investigations. “We remain fully committed to assisting the victims of these serious cybercrimes and to taking every step possible to prevent the theft of sensitive data in the future,” said Beth Cobert, Acting Director of the Office of Personnel Management. “Millions of individuals, through no fault of their own, had their personal information stolen and we’re committed to standing by them, supporting them, and protecting them against further victimization. And as someone
whose own information was stolen, I completely understand the concern and frustration people are feeling.” ID Experts will provide all impacted individuals and their dependent minor children (under the age of 18 as of July 1, 2015) with credit monitoring, identity monitoring, identity theft insurance, and identity restoration services for a period of three years. This task order was awarded under GSA’s Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA) for Identity Monitoring, Data Breach Response and Protection Services which GSA awarded today. The U.S. Government, through the Department of Defense, will notify those impacted beginning later this month and continue over the next several weeks. Notifications will be sent directly to impacted individuals. For more information, or to sign up for email alerts, please visit https://www.opm.gov/cybersecurity. OPM has previously issued the following guidance to affected individuals: Monitor financial account statements and immediately report any suspicious or unusual activity to financial institutions. Request a free credit report at www.AnnualCreditReport. com or by calling 1-877-3228228. Consumers are entitled by law to one free credit report per year from each of the three major credit bureaus – Equifax®, Experian®, and TransUnion® – for a total of three reports every year. Contact information for the credit bureaus can be found on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) website, www.ftc.gov. Review resources provided on the FTC identity theft website, www.ftc.gov/idtheft. The FTC maintains a variety of consumer publications providing comprehensive information on computer intrusions and identity theft. You may place a fraud alert on your credit file to let creditors know to contact you before opening a new account in your name. Simply call TransUnion® at 1-800-680-7289 to place this alert. TransUnion® will then notify the other two credit bureaus on your behalf. How to avoid being a victim: Be suspicious of unsolicited phone calls, visits, or email messages from individuals asking about employees or other internal information. If an unknown individual claims to be from a legitimate organization, try to verify his or her identity directly with the company. Do not provide personal information or information about your organization, including its structure or networks, unless you are certain of a person’s authority to have the information. Do not reveal personal or financial information in email, and do not respond to email solicitations for this information. This includes following links sent in email.
Do not send sensitive information over the Internet before checking a website’s security (for more information, see Protecting Your Privacy, h t t p : / / w w w. u s - c e r t . g o v / ncas/tips/ST04-013). Pay attention to the URL of a website. Malicious websites may look identical to a legitimate site, but the URL may use a variation in spelling or a different domain (e.g., .com vs. .net). If you are unsure whether an email request is legitimate, try to verify it by contacting the company directly. Do not use contact information provided on a website connected to the request; instead, check previous statements for contact information. Information about known phishing attacks is also available online from groups such as the Anti-Phishing Working Group (http://www.antiphishing.org). Install and maintain antivirus software, firewalls, and email filters to reduce some of this traffic (for more information, see Understanding Firewalls, http://www.us-cert.gov/ ncas/tips/ST04-004; Understanding Anti-Virus Software, http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/ tips/ST04-005; and Reducing Spam, http://www.us-cert.gov/ ncas/tips/ST04-007). Take advantage of any antiphishing features offered by your email client and web browser. Affected individuals can obtain additional information about the steps they can take to avoid identity theft from the following agencies. The FTC also encourages those who discover that their information has been misused to file a complaint with them. For California Residents: Visit the California Office of Privacy Protection (www.privacy.ca.gov) for additional information on protection against identity theft. For Kentucky Residents: Office of the Attorney General of Kentucky 700 Capitol Avenue, Suite 118 Frankfort, Kentucky 40601 www.ag.ky.gov Telephone: 1-502-696-5300 For Maryland Residents: Office of the Attorney General of Maryland Consumer Protection Division 200 St. Paul Place Baltimore, MD 21202 www.oag.state.md.us/Consumer Telephone: 1-888-743-0023 For North Carolina Residents: Office of the Atty. General of North Carolina 9001 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-9001 www.ncdoj.com/ Telephone: 1-919-716-6400 For all other US Residents: Identity Theft Clearinghouse Federal Trade Commission 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20580 www.consumer.gov/idtheft 1-877-IDTHEFT (438-4338) TDD: 1-202-326-2502
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Auto Skills Center Hours: Effective Monday, Sept. 28, the following hours of operations will be in place for the MWR Auto Skills Center on NAS 2: -- Tuesday-Friday 1100-1900 -- Saturday 0930-1730 -- Closed Sundays-Mondays & US Federal Holidays For more information, please call 624-5244 Navy Ball Ticket Prices and Event Details: Tickets are almost sold out--contact your Command's Navy Ball Rep to purchase your ticket before they are all gone! Contact Navy Ball Chair LT Myers with questions brian.myers@eu.navy.mil Child Development Home Providers: Work in the fulfilling field of childcare from the comfort of your own on-base home. Child and Youth Programs is currently recruiting for Child Development Home Providers. -- Work from your on-base housing unit -- Subsidized childcare fees -- Free training -- Tuition assistance available Applicants must pass a background check and screening process. For more information, please call 624-3736 or visit the CDC.
NASSIG Worship Services ROMAN CATHOLIC • Sunday - 9 a.m. Catholic Mass at NAS 1 Chapel • TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY 11:30 a.m. - Catholic Mass at NAS 2 Chapel Sacraments of Reconciliation / Penance precede each Mass • FRIDAY - 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass at NAS 1 Chapel LATTER-DAY SAINTS • SUNDAY - 1:30 p.m. at NAS 1 Chapel Contact: sigonellalds@gmail.com or 624-9049 JEWISH SHABBAT LAY SERVICE • FRIDAY - 5:30 p.m. at NAS 1 Chapel
Services • SundaY - 11 a.m. Traditional Worship; 12 p.m. Sunday School PROTESTANT / Non-Denominational - NAS 2 Chapel • SundaY - 6 p.m. NIGHT STUDY • MONDAY - AA Meetings - 5:30 p.m., second deck at NAS 1 Chapel; Thursday - 7 p.m. at NAS 2 Chapel • Tuesday - Italian Class - 7 p.m. at Classroom at NAS 1 Chapel • Tuesday - Glee Club - 12 p.m. at NAS 1 Chapel • Tuesday - Awana Club - 4:45 p.m at NAS 1 Chapel
PROTESTANT - NAS 1 CHAPEL • Saturday - 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship
Chapel Offices: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, DSN: 624-3975, Chaplain Duty: 335-831-4493 RP Duty: 335-786-1950 NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Naval Air Station Sigonella Chapel
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BREAKFAST Mon-Fri 6:30-8:30 a.m . Weekend/Holiday 7 -9 a.m. LUNCH Mon-Fri 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Weekend/Holiday 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. DINNER Mon-Fri 4:30 - 6 p.m. Weekend/Holiday 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 25 Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Oven Fried Bacon, Grilled Turkey Sausage Links Lunch: BBQ Ribs, Fried Catfish Speed Line: Freshly Made Pizza Dinner: Chili Macaroni, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches w/ Hot Tomato Soup Saturday, Sept. 26 Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Oven Fried Bacon, Corned Beef Hash Brunch: Eggs to Order, Oven Fried Bacon, Oven Roasted Turkey Dinner: Spaghetti with Meat Balls, Chicken Fried Steak w/Gravy Sunday, Sept. 27 Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Grilled Turkey Sausage Links, Oven Fried Bacon Brunch: Eggs to Order, Grilled Turkey Sausage Links, Oven Fried Bacon, Roast Beef Dinner: Savory Baked Chicken, Pasta Alfredo Monday, Sept. 28 Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Biscuits & Gravy, Oven Fried Bacon Lunch: New England Pot Roast, Fried Catfish, Speed Line: Freshly Made Pizza Dinner: Grilled Pork Chops w/ Mushroom Sauce, Chicken Sandwich with Swiss Cheese Tuesday, Sept. 29 Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Chicken Tocino with Garlic Rice, Oven Fried Bacon Lunch: Home Made Meatloaf, Oven Roast Pork Speed Line: Chicken/Fish Fajitas Dinner: Baked Italian Sausage, Home Made Spinach Lasagna Wednesday, Sept. 30 Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Corned Beef Hash, Oven Fried Bacon Lunch: Beef Stew, Lemon Baked Fish Speed Line: All American Grilled Burgers Dinner: Chicken Parmesean, Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy Thursday, Oct. 1 Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Creamed Ground Beef on Toast, Oven Fried Bacon Lunch: Chicken Fried Steak w/ Country Style Gravy, Fried Chicken Speed Line: Pasta Bar with Choice of Freshly Made Pasta Sauce Dinner: Roast Beef, Grilled Turkey & Swiss Cheese Sandwich Friday, Oct. 2 Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Grilled Sausage Patties, Chicken Tocino with Garlic Rice Lunch: Turkey Pot Pie, Blackened Cat Fish Speed Line: Freshly Made Pizza Dinner: Salisbury Steak, Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce Breakfast: $3.45 Lunch: $5.55 As a reminder to everyone:
Dinner: $4.85
Reminder - there are no PTUs allowed at the Galley. Appropriate athletic gear is authorized at the discretion of the Galley staff. Please remember that for sanitation purposes and for the consideration of other customers, if you have been out for PT, been working out at the gym, or have just been engaged in any physical activity where you and or your clothing has become soiled or sweaty you will be asked to turn around.
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Two female pilots fly into NASSIG history
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Lt. Jenna Epifanio, left, and Lt. Meaghan Greany, the first female pilots to fly together on the C-26 aircraft stationed in NAS Sigonella, stand for a picture after landing on the flight deck completing their mission. Epifanio and Greany were both excited and are identified as the first in station aircraft history to have both pilots manned the aircraft who are females. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ramon Go/Released)
said Epifanio. “It doesn’t seem like a big deal to us to be the first female pilots to work together in NAS Sigonella because for us, it’s a normal every day thing and sometimes we don’t realize all the opportunities the Navy has given us through-
out our careers.” Greany added what Epifanio said, it’s also great to be an inspiration to some of the younger girls coming up the pipeline because we are still in the minority in the aviation and engineering field.
U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella recognizes rich heritage of "surgical technicians"
by cdr john broom U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - This past week U. S. Naval Hospital Sigonella celebrated “Surgical Technician Week,” in correspondence with the national week of recognition for Surgical Technologists, which spans from Sept. 22-25. The hospital’s perioperative and anesthesia staff will be hosting a few events during the week which include a celebratory luncheon and a cake cutting ceremony. The staff will wrap up the week with a moment of recognition presented by the Director of Surgical Services, describing the dedication, hard work and remarkable expertise provided by surgical technicians on a continuous basis. The surgical technician role originated as a result of the demanding need for more operative-skilled personnel after World War I. Many active duty medical personnel were called to service during this time to tend to the Soldiers and Sailors on the battle-
front, as well as those confined in medical camps and hospitals. The surgical technician population became notable in World War I (1914-1918); World War II (1939-1945); the Korean War (1950-1953), and also the Vietnam War (1965-1975). During World War I, Army medics and Navy Hospital Corpsman were trained to render emergency medical services on front lines and combat ships. Nurses at this time were not allowed to serve on the battlefield or combat ships and were confined to medical stations and hospitals during this period. Thus the role of operating room technicians (ORT), was created. These enlisted medical professionals took the place of nurses and doctors in combat. They received training through an accelerated nursing program that emphasized surgical tools and onthe-job training in the operative department. The ORT’s studies included instrument sterilization, care of operating room patients, suturing, draping and instrumentation. In conjunction with their
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surgical skills, ORTs were also trained to specialize in emergency medicine. After the Korean War, there was a tremendous shortage of nurses and doctors in operating rooms in the United States. This shortage led to the hiring of exmedics and ex-corpsmen to work in civilian hospitals. These ex-mil-
itary men and women performed their jobs impeccably. Over time, the arrangement compelled the evolution of the title of “operating room technician” to “surgical technician.” In the Navy, surgical technicians handle various roles from clinicians to educators, and are crucial to operational activities.
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NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Equal opportunity in the workplace has made significant strides in the past few decades. For these two U.S. Navy female pilots assigned to NAS Sigonella, they represented the first female aviators to fly the C-26 aircraft together. Like any normal fly day, Lt. Meaghan Greany and Lt. Jenna Epifanio were scheduled for their first mission together and upon completion they landed on NAS Sigonella’s flight line, Sept. 15. Greany’s desire to be an aviator began in high school where she would tell her friends the most outrageous jobs she wanted to do, but that list ended with the thought of being a pilot. “I don’t have to sit in a cubicle all day because I would get to go see the world in the air and on land,” she added. While Greany’s ambition to become a pilot came a little later than Epifanio’s did, Epifanio started her dream at the age of 13 when her father bought her a glider ride for her birthday. “Thirty minutes into the ride and I fell in love with it and that’s when I knew that’s what I wanted to do,” said Epifanio. History’s female aviators began during WWII under an organization called Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). More than 25,000 women applied but only 1,074 were selected. These women
were the first to fly military-grade aircraft, and later granted full military status for their service in 1977. Their efforts to fly non-combat missions freed the men for combat missions and duties. These civilian women were trained to fly in the military standard procedures. “The biggest thing in aviation is that they teach you standardization,” said Greany. “It is a prime importance in case anything goes wrong, everyone is on the same page, and everyone knows what you’re talking about because of the standard terminology.” On a lighter note, every pilot uses standardization, but there is said to be a difference in conversation topics between the same and opposite genders. “However, as far as work and flying goes, nothing is different between the genders,” Greany added. A small community of two senior officer and five junior officer pilots [ two being females ] fly the C-26 aircraft. There are only seven C-26 aircraft in the Navy and they are housed in Italy and Hawaii. C-26 aircraft provides rapid response cargo and passenger transportation, such as government officials and military officers, as well as forward deployment logistics support and range support. “It’s great to work alongside with each other in a small wardroom, we all get along great and do functions together,”
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Without a surgical technician’s aid, the operative team would be impaired. U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella joins its counterpart military and civilian hospitals throughout the United States, in recognizing the valuable contributions of surgical technicians to successful, safe and effective patient care.
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Base tour fosters cultural exchange and understanding By nicole ybarra NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - On Sept. 16, NAS Sigonella hosted 30 students from the local community as part of their 200-hour tourism course, strengthening cultural relations and providing a unique experience for the students who are working towards careers in the hospitality and tourism industries. The tour included visits to the fire department, MWR, naval logistics, an upclose look at the Predator and a demonstration by the U.S. Marines. Lt. Derrick Horne, a chaplain attached to the SpecialPurpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Africa 15.2 currently deployed to NAS Sigonella remarked on the importance of this tour for the students saying, “The Sicilian people have graciously opened their country and shared their culture with us. It is an honor to be able to extend the same courtesy to them.” To date, the Sigonella-based Marines have completed 16 community service projects with 199 volunteers totaling 1,437 volunteer hours. Last year, the town of Scordia and NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Office concluded a partnership agreement with a
view to enhancing ties. This year marks the inaugural tour to the base by the students. Many of the students pursuing a career in hospitality or tourism have a fascination and appreciation of American culture. "The students were very enthusiastic and grateful for the opportunity to see the inside of the base, something that many Italians may never have the opportunity to experience. The cultural exchange part of the course and trip to the base was a dream come true for the students. They were impressed with how clean and well organized the entire base was and enjoyed experiencing what it meant to ‘be American,’” said An- During a visit to NAS Sigonella coordinated by the Pro Loco Office of Tourism from the Town gelo Burtone, president of of Scordia and the NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Office, two students, part of a group of 30 the Pro Loco Tourist Of- local students studying hospitality and tourism, interact with U.S. Marines. (U.S. Navy photo by fice in the town of Scordia. Religious Programs Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Bulloch/Released) Upon completion of the course, the students will participate in a Each year NAS Sigonella coordinates to enhance cultural exchange and to six-month internship at a hotel and then base visits for hundreds of local nationals foster positive relations with the local enter the job market. which provide a valuable opportunity community.
Wealthbuilding tips for today's servicemembers By LCDR Bradley brooks
NAVSUP Sigonella
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – Most folks have a goal to be financially secure, but many people don’t know how to get there. Financial security means you can tackle unexpected costs without wondering how you’re going to come up with the cash. It means knowing you will be financially prepared for a retirement you deserve. Being financially secure also eliminates one of the leading causes of divorce. Here are some simple pointers applicable to today's servicemembers to help you build your wealth so you can achieve financial freedom. Invest in the Thrift Savings Plan ASAP: The TSP is recommended as a retirement savings model by many financial advisors due to its low expenses and variety of investment options. Automatic contributions to the TSP gets you in the habit of saving before you can spend your pay. Build an Emergency Fund: If you are staying in the military
for a few years, a fund that covers three months of expenses will likely suffice. If you are leaving the service, you need at least 6 – 8 months saved up in case the job hunt takes longer than you think (this also helps prevent you from jumping at the first job offer instead of being more selective and getting a job you really want). Military Pensions Act as Bonds/Annuities: If you are staying in the service long enough to qualify for a pension, you will have guaranteed monthly income for the rest of your life – a benefit no longer available to most private sector companies. This guaranteed income means you can be more aggressive with your investments – you can invest in stock funds or lifecycle funds instead of the G fund. Many financial experts currently expect a downturn in both the stock and bond markets, but even if that downturn occurs, shares bought in the TSP will be cheaper and thus more shares will be purchased and this will help you out in the long run.
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Purchase Certificates of Deposit (CDs): Not ready to invest in stocks/mutual funds? Your two friendly installation banking facilities periodically advertise solid CD rates so be on the lookout for specials. Hold them through maturity for a guaranteed return on investment with zero risk. Read financial literature: My wife and I have learned virtually everything we know financially by reading Money Magazine and watching the Suze Orman show.
Money is a very easy-to-read publication covering the financial basics, while Suze Orman also covers money essentials in an entertaining forum. Finally, I recommend reading the book “The Millionaire Next Door.” One interesting take-away is that the majority of millionaires have never spent more than $30K for a car, hence one reason they are millionaires. Don’t worry about keeping up with the Joneses, especially in the military, as we all know what one
another makes. Someone driving an expensive car or living in a huge house could actually be broke as a joke. Focus on your family, not someone else’s. Good luck in achieving financial independence! Note: This article was prepared by the author in his personal capacity. Statements and opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the author and do not reflect the views of the DON, the DOD, or the U.S. government.
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"NCTS" continued from Page 1 McClain explained that NCTS had old split-unit ACs that were unnecessary and removed them from the facility to allow the HVAC system to operate as designed. Additionally, by researching their electronic equipment temperature specifications, they were able to increase the temperature (and therefore, savings) while still providing a comfortable working environment. NCTS also found small things, like turning off a light switch, made a huge overall difference. “We unplugged equipment that didn’t need to
be energized and made sure to turn off the lights when we left a room,” said McClain. This competition has helped people bring back that conservation mentality to their home as well. “Sailors will joke that they’re saving money on their own electric bills because they are in the habit of turning off lights at work,” said McClain. Heralding it as a group effort, McClain said “The energy conservation movement requires a climate change and every member of our team played their part. We had a lot
Sailors at NCTS researched their electronic equipment temperature specifications, and were able to increase the temperature (and therefore, savings) while still providing a comfortable working environment. NCTS is currently conducting a cost benefit analysis of purchasing LED fixtures to replace the existing fluorescent lighting as part of ongoing energy conservation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amber Porter/Released)
of motivation throughout the contest that really kept people focused and amped up. We took it upon ourselves to pass on the message through wordof-mouth and e-mails and posting stickers and holding one another accountable.” When asked how the command plans to move forward in their environmental strategy, McClain said, “We are currently looking into a few initiatives including our lighting in facilities that are manned 24/7 and doing a cost benefit analysis of purchasing LED fixtures to replace the existing fluorescent lighting. Another adjustment is to have exterior lighting that is not on a photocell or timer switch to have the necessary alterations made.” Inspired by Navy’s ongoing energy conservation initiative, also known as the Great Green Fleet, the “Energy Biggest Loser” competition is centered on energy security, energy efficiency and sustainability. The Great Green Fleet, started in 2009 by Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus, aims to reduce the Department of the Navy's consumption of energy, decrease its reliance on foreign sources of oil, and significantly increase its use of alternative energy. For more news from Naval Air Station Sigonella, visit www.navy.mil/local/nassig/.
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Preparing for a power outage: make a plan By nas sigonella emergency operations center
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily Preparing for a Power Outage. This week’s theme for Emergency Preparedness month is Power outages. Electrical power can go out for any number of reasons. An unexpected outage can have unforeseen consequences. Without electricity you may experience a shortage of food and clean water, as well as extreme temperatures. You should be prepared to manage without power for an extended period of time. Get Prepared! Here’s how: Be informed and know power outage terminology. Rolling blackoutsRolling blackouts, or temporary power shortages, may happen from time to time when power companies turn the power off in certain areas to curb usage. -Rolling blackouts occur during peak seasons and hours of energy consumption, usually in the summer, 4–7 p.m. Power companies try to warn affected areas of planned rolling blackouts, but they cannot always do so. The power is usually out for only about an hour. b. Summer blackouts Extreme heat is usually the cause of summer blackouts. Summer blackouts are dangerous because they eliminate the most effective ways to beat the heat: fans and air conditioning. In the absence of these means of keeping cool, make sure you stay hydrated. Take cold showers or baths to cool down. c. Space weather Emissions that erupt from the sun as magnetic energy builds to a peak at the sun’s surface, sending radiation, solar winds, or magnetic, high energy particles through space into Earth’s atmosphere. Space weather, sometimes called solar storms, can produce electromagnetic fields that cause extreme currents (power surges) in wires, disrupting power lines, and even causing widespread blackouts. Make a family emergency plan. Back up computer files regularly. Keep your car tank full because gas stations rely on electricity to power their pumps. Keep a key to your house with you if you regularly use an electronic garage door opener to enter your home. Know where the manual release lever of your electric garage door opener is located and
how to operate it. Build an emergency kit. Make sure you have flashlights and batteries. Make sure you have a battery-operated radio. Stockpile plenty of nonperishable food and bottled water. Keep at least $100 of cash in small denominations to provide you with a means of purchasing needed items when credit card machines and automated teller machines (ATMs) do not operate without power. What to do if there is a Power outage: Use flashlights rather than candles for light. Turn off the electrical equipment you were using when the power went out. Eliminate unnecessary travel, especially by car as traffic signals will stop working during an outage and accidents may occur. Remember that ATMs and elevators may not work during a power outage. Water purification systems may not be functioning when the power goes out, so water may be unsafe to use. Drink and use bottled, boiled, or treated water. Make sure your pets have plenty of fresh, cool water. Try not to open the freezer or refrigerator too much. A full freezer should keep food for 48 hours. Pack dairy products, meat, fish, eggs, and other items that can quickly spoil in a cooler surrounded by ice to extend their usability. Throw out any foods (meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and leftovers) that have been exposed to temperatures higher than 40° F (4° C) for two hours or more, and any food that has an unusual odor, color, or texture, or feels warm to touch. If the power goes out in extreme heat: Stay hydrated by drinking a glass of water every 15–20 minutes. Wear light-colored, loosefitting clothing. Keep the air cir- c u l a t i n g by opening doors and windows. Be aware of the possibility for a heat stroke. If the power goes out in extreme cold: Wear several layers of warm clothing. Keep moving to stay warm. Be aware of the possibility for hypothermia, which happens when one’s body temperature falls below 95˚F.
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