Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military community in italy
58th year, No. 7
Friday, February 22, 2013
Planning Underway for APS 2014
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By Lt. Cmdr. Kevin West, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs
The three-day Initial Planning Conference for Africa Partnership Station (APS) took place in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, Feb. 11-13. The primary operational elements of APS include international partner missions conducted by U.S. Naval Forces Africa, and U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area, with African navies and coast guards. “International partner participation is absolutely vital to increase the quantity and quality of underway operational training opportunities with our African partners,” said Rear Adm. John “Chris” Sadler, director of the maritime partnership program for U.S Naval Forces EuropeAfrica/U.S. 6th Fleet. “When it comes to international cooperation, I believe Africa Partnership Station is the gold standard by which all other programs are measured.” The high standards set by participating partner nations are improved by the continuation of dialogue by planning future goals and objectives for APS. “Long before APS, Cameroon had a good record of maritime security cooperation with NATO-member countries,” said Cameroonian navy Lt. Cmdr.
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Lt. Cmdr. Michele Lowe, maritime affairs officer for Ghana, speaks with Benin navy Capt. Jonas Noukpliguidi during the three-day Initial Planning Conference as part of Africa Partnership Station (APS). APS is an international security cooperation initiative, facilitated by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, aimed at strengthening global maritime partnerships through training and collaborative activities in order to improve maritime safety and security in Africa. (Photo by Sgt. Andrew M. Smith)
Sone Ngogne. “But APS has brought a new dynamic to this cooperation in the increasingly high-stakes Gulf of Guinea region.”
APS is U.S. Naval Forces Africa’s flagship maritime security cooperation program. The focus of APS is to build maritime safety and security by
increasing maritime awareness, response capabilities and infrastructure. The first official APS mission deployed in November of 2007.
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NCTS Naples Celebrates 50 Years of ‘Warfighters Connecting Warfighters’ By ITC Robert Labrenz, NCTS Naples Public Affairs Naval Computer and Telecommunications Station (NCTS) Naples celebrated the 50th anniversary of its commissioning this month with a heritage presentation at Capodichino theater Feb. 15 and a cake-cutting ceremony that followed. Established at Bagnoli as the U.S. Naval Communications Unit Naples in February 1963, the command has constantly evolved over the past five decades to keep pace with significant changes in communications technology. In May 1968 the command took on the mission of providing communications services to afloat units, and was renamed Naval Communications Stations Italy. The United States’ bicentennial year in 1976 witnessed the assumption of theater-wide communications oversight and control. Now named Naval Communications Area Master Station Mediterranean, it became one of four such master stations in the world. This era is notable for the introduction of satellite communications technology and automated message processing equipment. With the advent of computer network support, in October 1991 the command became Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Mediterranean, and took on administrative control of communications sta-
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Crime Statistics Summary Personnel from NCTS Naples cut a birthday cake Feb. 15 in honor of the command's 50th year of service. From left, Lt. Jonathan Dieter, Heather Williams, Capt. Synthia Jones, Antonio Beatrice, Electronics Technician 3rd Class Kevin Burd, and Chief Aviation Electronics Technician James Overton. (Photo by ET2 Daniel Beck)
tions in Sicily and London. In 1993, NCTAMS MED took control of the communications station in Rota, Spain. The most significant change occurred with the move in 1997 from Bagnoli and Agnano to a new purpose-built Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) facility at Capodichino, shared with Naval Security Group Activity Naples and Submarine Group 8. The command became NCTAMS EURCENT Oct. 1, 1997 with naval communications responsibilities for the entire European Command and Central Command areas of responsibility. Reorganization in 2005 resulted in the downgrade of Naples from an area master station to NCTS Naples, though at this time new respon-
sibilities were added which saw the command become the Theater Network Operations and Security Center for the OCONUS Navy Enterprise Network in Europe. Together with its Satellite Facility at Lago Patria, NCTS Naples today provides Command, Control, Communications, and Computer services for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/ U.S. 5th Fleet, and for Joint and NATO units responsible for combat operations in the Mediterranean, Southwest Asia, Indian Ocean, Atlantic, and Pacific areas of responsibility. Specific missions have changed with the times and the state of technology, but the Sailors and civilians of NCTS Naples remain "Warfighters Connecting Warfighters".
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February 22, 2013
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By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer
Feb. 21: Community Readers Needed for Seuss Literacy Celebration
Last weekend was a big one for our young athletes. Fifty-nine Naples Tiger Sharks ate up the competition at the European Forces Swim League championship meet in the Netherlands. Naples placed second overall out of 18 teams, the best allaround performance in at least the last seven years. Our swimmers brought home the bling – 114 first through sixth place medals, including 60 gold, silver, and bronze! The high school wrestling team also put forth a valiant effort last weekend in the European championships. One of our wrestlers placed third in his weight category and another placed sixth. Congratulations to all of our wrestlers and swimmers who gave it their all. You made the Naples military community proud. I want to wish the best to our basketball and cheerleading teams that are already in Germany for tomorrow’s European playoff and championship competitions. Those who can’t make it to Wiesbaden can tune into AFN, which is scheduled to broadcast the events live. As all the championship highlights suggest, we’re reaching the end of the winter sports season. The start of spring sports is just around the corner. Before breaking out the softball or soccer gear and organizing some pickup games, please plan to forgo use of the high school athletic fields. The school has requested for community members to avoid using grass areas inside the track and adjacent to the stadium bleachers in order to preserve field integrity. We want to ensure that our high school athletes have the safest surfaces to compete on. So please use other fields at Carney Park and throughout Support Site for community-organized competitions. If you absolutely require use of the high school fields, be sure to contact the front office. Next week, Naples Elementary School is doing some pretty cool activities with our students to focus on the importance of reading. Students are scheduled to participate in a series of Dr. Seuss theme days during “Read Across America” week. Although many of us adults aren’t authorized to show up to work in our PJs or wear fun socks, we can use the upcoming week to renew our commitment to reading to our kids. The experts tell us that we are our child’s first and most important teacher. Reading aloud to children is one of the most valuable activities for building their knowledge. It’s also a great opportunity to connect and bond. Before I end, I’d like to remind everyone that the Naples Middle and High School nurse has organized a bone marrow registration drive Tuesday and Wednesday at Support Site. The full details are listed in base notes. Please consider the good that can come of your participation in this program. Have a safe weekend and check out our young superstars on AFN if you get a chance. Go Wildcats!
Naples Elementary School is seeking community member volunteers who are willing to read to their students March 1, in celebration of Dr. Seuss's birthday. Community volunteers will be requested to bring a Seuss book or any favorite children's book and read to students at a time convenient to their day. Volunteers must sign up to read by contacting Pamela Eisele at pamela.eisele@ eu.dodea.edu.
Dance & Karaoke Party for Teens at Strikers Community teens are invited to hang out, dance and sing in the Strikers bowling center party room on Friday nights from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission to the party area is free. For more information, call DSN: 629-6976 or 081811-6976.
NSA Naples CNIC Website in Transition, Visit Facebook for Updates Due to a system upgrade of CNIC websites, information routinely updated and available on NSA Naples pages may not be current. For the latest updates, continue following PAO Notes and visiting these Facebook pages: • NSA Naples (www.facebook.com/NSANaples) • Morale, Welfare and Recreation (www.facebook. com/mwrnaples) • Human Resources Office (http://goo.gl/A6UMf)
Now: Patient Survey Open in Advance of Hospital Inspection The U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Naples patient survey is now open online at https://www.research.net/s/ USNAVHOSP-NAPLES-MEDIG-BENEFICIARY-SURVEY. Hospital staff and all community members who regularly receive naval medical care in Naples are encouraged to complete the survey. Results will be used in conjunction with a hospital inspection in March to assess the quality of care provided at USNH Naples facilities. For more information, contact Lt. Cmdr. Kathryn Garner at DSN: 629-6352 or 081-811-6352.
Feb. 23: Volunteer Firefighter Information Meeting U.S. military members interested in serving in the NSA Naples Auxiliary Fire Fighting Force (AFFF) are invited to attend an informational meeting. The meeting will be held Feb. 23 at 10 a.m. in the Support Site fire station and will include a discussion of pre-certification requirements as well as a tutorial of fire station missions. AFFF consists of U.S. service members who volunteer to augment and support NSA Naples fire and emergency services during real-world events. Formal training for AFFF volunteers is scheduled to begin in March. For more information, contact Asst. Chief of Training Rich Rivers at DSN: 626-5925 or 081-568-5925.
Feb. 23: Asian Antiques and Furniture Auction The 16th Asian Antiques and Furniture Auction is scheduled to be held in the Naples High School gym Feb. 23 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The auction is open to all community members and will include more than 300 items such as decorated porcelain, lamps, mirrors, crystal and paintings. The entry fee is $5. Proceeds will support high school programs through the Parent-TeacherStudent Association and Athletic Booster Club. For more information, contact Lt. j.g. David Coon at DSN: 626-6715 or 081-568-6715.
Feb. 26: Peyton Manning, Other Stars Visiting Capo for USO Spring Tour NFL stars Peyton Manning, Vincent Jackson, and Austin Collie as well as baseball great Curt Schilling are scheduled to visit Capo, Feb. 26, as part of a USO spring tour. The players, two Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders and a pair of American Idol stars are scheduled to address and perform for community members in Capo's theater at 4:30 p.m. All community members are invited but are also advised to arrive at least 30 minutes early for the limited seating available. For more information, contact MWR's Staci Dietrich at DSN: 626-4894 or 081-568-4894.
Feb. 26: Fire Alarm Tests Scheduled at Capo’s Admin Buildings Fire alarm tests are scheduled at all three of Capo’s administrative buildings Feb. 26 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Personnel are not required to evacuate workspaces during tests. Contact the Public Works service desk at DSN: 626-4981 or 081-568-4981 with any questions and concerns.
Feb. 26/27: Bone Marrow Registration Drive A bone marrow registration drive will be held in the Naples High School atrium Feb. 26 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The drive will again be held Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Navy Exchange food court at Support Site. All U.S. service members, civilian personnel and immediate family members (ages 18-60 and in good general health) are eligible to participate. After completing a registration form, four oral swabs will be collected from a participant’s cheek. Swab samples will be tested to obtain human leukocyte antigen (HLA) tissue type information for inclusion in the National Marrow Donor registry. For more information, contact Cristina Hall, the school nurse, at DSN: 629-4010 or 081-811-4010.
Feb. 28: Continuous School Improvement Parent Forum A parent forum will be held in the Naples High School cafeteria Feb. 28 at 5:30 p.m. All parents are invited to attend. Middle and high school staff will provide an update on continuous school improvement plans and review information from local assessments in math and writing. Attendees will also have an opportunity to meet new Asst. Superintendent Dr. Joan Islas. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, contact the middle/high school assistant principal at DSN: 629-4061 or 081-811-4061.
Feb. 28: Navy College Office to Administer ACT The Navy College Office is scheduled to administer the ACT on Feb. 28. The test will also be administered April 18 and May 23. The college office offers a version of the ACT that does not require an essay. The SAT will be administered March 21 and June 20. Test scores are typically returned to Naples six to eight weeks after the test date. For more information, call the college office at DSN: 626-6678/6681 or 081-5686678/6681. Community members can also send an email to nco.naples@eu.navy.mil.
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March 1: The 71st Seabee Ball The 71st Seabee Ball is scheduled to be held March 1 in Roccarainola. All U.S. military and NATO ID cardholders are welcome to attend. Tickets are available from the Naples Area Seabee Association. For more information, contact HT1 Justin Beckett at justin.beckett@ eu.navy.mil or Lt. James Shambley at james.shambley@eu.navy.mil.
March 1: Naples Elementary Dr. Seuss Birthday Bash The annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Party will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Naples Elementary School, March 1. Faculty, students and community organizations will join together for a festive celebration that will include Seuss-themed activities and crafts to promote literacy. Attendees are encouraged to wear crazy hats, fun hairdos and "Seussical" costumes.
March 1: Annual Utility/Recurring Maintenance Survey Opens The annual Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) Utility and Recurring Maintenance Survey for Italy will be conducted during the month of March. Service members residing in private housing off base are eligible to take the online survey starting March 1 when the Web page (https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/marutil.cfm) is scheduled to go live. Survey participants will be asked to report average monthly costs for utilities and routine maintenance expenses incurred over the last 12 months. Data provided will directly impact the Utility/Recurring Maintenance allowance paid to service members who regularly receive OHA in Italy.
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Around the Globe (AWAG) is scheduled to be held in the Support Site community center March 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The conference, hosted by the Naples Overseas Spouses’ Club (NOSC), is open to all and costs $25 for non-NOSC members and $20 for members. AWAG is a non-profit, private organization dedicated to leadership development training, promoting volunteerism and fostering relationships between Americans and host nation communities. For more information and to register, go to www.noscitaly.com.
March 7: One-Day CREDO Marriage Workshop A one-day marriage workshop is scheduled for March 7 in the Support Site chapel conference room. Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation (CREDO) offers this workshop to help couples understand how communication and behavioral styles affect spousal interaction. For more information, contact the CREDO office at DSN: 626-5255 or 081-568-5255 or fct.na.cnre_credo@ eu.navy.mil.
March 9: Shamrock Shuffle Run at Support Site MWR has organized a series of fun runs at Support Site for March 9. A free 1-mile fun run will begin 8 a.m., and those who pay a $5 registration fee can participate in a 5K or 10K run slated to kickoff at 8:30 a.m. Registration for the series of runs begins at 7 a.m. in front of the Fitness Forum at Support Site. For more information, call MWR at DSN: 629-6529, 081-811-6529, or cell number 331-197-4126.
March 9: Masquerade Ball 2013 A masquerade ball hosted by the USO is scheduled to be held March 9 in Terzigno. All U.S. and NATO ID card holders are welcome to attend the ball, which will feature musical entertainment, a full-course meal and best-dress contest. Tickets are now available from USO offices at Capo and Support Site. For more details and pricing information, contact USO’s Support Site office at DSN: 629-4903 or 081-811-4903. The Capo office can be reached at DSN: 626-5713 or 081-568-5713. Contact the event coordinator by email at nicole.price@uso.it.
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Rome Cycling Race to Make Return March 3 A professional cycling event will take place in Rome Sunday, March 3. The Roma Maxima, based on the historic Giro del Lazio that had been absent since 2008, brings the riders from the Roman Forum towards the official start of the racing on the via Appia Antica. The race’s 180 kilometer route is so entwined with the history of Rome that it will be compared to other great sporting event with athletes, fans and media awestruck by the backdrop of the Eternal City. Sixteen teams have been invited including nine internationally known.
Police Stop Illegal Importation of Puppies from Slovakia Three people were caught transporting puppies from Slovakia to Italy. Police stopped a van near Bologna and found about 72 puppies of various breeds destined for Southern Italy. Vets determined that the animals were too young to take on a long trip and police charged the two Italian drivers with animal abuse, among other offences. Five puppies were found in the trunk of a car with Slovak plates at another police checkpoint. These puppies were found without identifying documents. The driver was charged with animal abuse and violating import rules. All the animals were taken to specialized facilities and the three people were also charged with mistreatment of animals and illegal importation.
Finance Police Seize Goods from Fake Dietary Firm Five million euros in goods were seized by Finance police on Monday as part of an investigation into a fake dietary supplement firm. Two people were charged for alleged fraud. Investigators found the fraud extend beyond Italy into the European Union and include an EU grant of more than 10 million euros received under a program to promote industry, research, and development. The company was based in the Calabria region. Police also seized apartments, land, vehicles, company shares, and an industrial factory where it was planned to produce health supplement made from algae fed by waste products from the dairy industry, according to the company owners.
Italian Elections to be Held Sunday and Monday General elections take place in Italy Sunday and Monday to form a new parliament and government. Under the current electoral system, parties form coalitions that, with a plurality of votes nationwide, obtain an absolute majority of seats in the Chamber of Deputies. Absolute majorities of Senate seats are awarded regionally. The major political coalitions are: center-right coalition with leader Silvio Berlusconi; center-left coalition with leader Pierluigi Bersani; Monti for Italy with Mario Monti leader, Five Star Moment, M5S with Beppe Grillo (not candidate); Civil Revolution with anti-mafia magistrate Antonio Ingroia.
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T HE I NSIDE P AGE … FOR FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER (FFSC) EVENTS, SEE PAGE 5.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER is looking for volunteers to assist in the event of an emergency. Volunteers could be called upon if families are relocated to Support Site due to a natural disaster or similar emergency that exceeds what the FFSC staff can support. Volunteers may greet families, inquire about needs, organize supplies, complete paperwork, etc. Being on the list does not obligate anyone to a future event. If you are interested in volunteering for this, please call 081-811-6372 or email FFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil. CLUB BEYOND is searching for volunteers to serve as Adult Leaders. Leaders assist in planning, setup and conducting small group meetings with students in grades 7 through 12. Leadership training lasts a month. If interested, please contact Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org for an appointment. NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC BOOSTERS seeks 2012-2013 board members. For more information, e-mail matthew.ukleja@gmail.com. THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ ascnapoli.com. NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE (coupons): 081-568-3913. NAVY LEAGUE OF THE U.S./NAPLES COUNCIL is seeking board members. Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it. THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SPOUSES CLUB (NOSC) is seeking members to serve as volunteers at its thrift store. When the store is open, NOSC members are needed to help with sorting, merchandising, bagging, and running the cash register. When the store is closed, we need assistance with preparing the store for shopping. Call us at 081-811-4200 or e-mail us at noscitaly@gmail.com to sign up for training. NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) NEEDS VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTORS. ARC needs volunteer instructors for various courses. Those interested in becoming instructors can contact the ARC office at 081568-4788. ANIMALS WITHOUT LIMITS (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want to help at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for different projects on the Support Site base. For more information, please contact us at awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com. ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS! Are you interested in taking photos of Naples Elementary School students during the 2012-2013 school year? Contact Dr. Johnson at 081-811-4159 or donita.Johnson@ eu.dodea.edu. TUTORING OPPORTUNITY Do you want to work hands-on with collegeoriented students? Do you want to make a difference in a student's life? Naples Middle/High School is looking for motivated community members with college experience to become AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) tutors. Training will be provided. Please contact Vice Principal David Martin at david.martin@eu.dodea.edu or AVID Counselor Joseph Selina at selina.joseph@eu.dodea.edu. NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA is searching for people who want to lead the PTA during the 2012-2013 school year. PTA board members are elected every year and committee chairs are appointed every year. If you are interested in a board or chair position, please e-mail Angel Neese at itwife2000@yahoo.com.
ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON CLUB BEYOND is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through 12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. For more information, please contact Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org. WOMEN, INFANTS, CHILDREN (WIC) OVERSEAS PROGRAM is offered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. Contact WIC Overseas at 081-811-4962. THE NAPLES AREA SECOND CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION is a newly founded association that meets twice a month and discusses upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For more information, contact IT2 Pablo Baez at DSN 626-6141 or MA2 Michael Bradley DSN 626-5595. NAPOLI NATION FAN CLUB is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. FMI, visit www.facebook.com/groups/USASSCNapoli. BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at 007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscouttroop007naples. SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE will take place every Saturday at the Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is as follows: Sabbath school, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.; divine service, 10:45 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Paolo at 334-906-0994.
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Panorama February 22, 2013
Scouts Test Cold Weather Knowledge
Troop 007 had 12 Boy Scouts hike and camp in the Abruzzo National Forest near the village of Opi Feb. 9. The Scouts prepared for camping in the snow during several weeks of training at their Monday night meetings in the Community Center at Support Site and by doing an initial cold weather campout in Carney Park last month. They learned about first aid, use of cold-weather gear and survival in extreme low temperatures before setting out for the hike. Troop 007 will be hosting approximately 50 Scouts from around Italy March 23-24 as they spend a weekend in the field at Carney Park. (Photo by Scott McClure)
NSA Naples Celebrates Month of the Military Family By MC3 Caitlin Conroy, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) aboard Naval Support Activity Naples held a “Spouses Abroad” class to help spouses adjust to military life overseas, Feb. 12. The goal of the class was to give spouses stationed in Naples an outlet where they can learn about living in a military environment as well as the resources available on and off base. “This is a class that deals with things that are pertinent to living on a military installation,” said Jessica Angerman, “Spouses Abroad” class facilitator. “We go over everything from learning basic military jargon to the different resources that are available in Naples.” The free class was also an opportunity for spouses to mingle and make new friends.
“I think finding a buddy is the key to your success,” said Angerman. “Finding that person or persons that you can do things with, vent to and get advice from is really helpful.” Topics covered in the class included living in a military environment, military culture, Navy jargon, military time, enlisted and officer ranks, do’s and don’t for military spouses, understanding a Leave and Earnings Statement, as well as various resources available online. “Where I think the real meat and potatoes in this class is the resources,” said Angerman. “There’s a lot of resources available not only to military but to civilians and this class goes through each of them to help people learn how to get by in Naples.” For more information about FFSC events and classes call DSN: 629-6372.
30 Years of Service Capt. Randy Snyder passes through ceremonial sideboys as he arrives at his retirement ceremony Feb. 14 at Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy. Snyder, deputy director of operations, intelligence (N3A) for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet retired after serving in the Navy for 30 years. (Photo by MC2 Jacob D. Moore)
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Fleet and Family Support Center Events this Week From the Fleet and Family Support Center
For more information about local Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) events, visit www.facebook.com/NaplesFFSC.
UPCOMING FFSC NAPLES EVENTS Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register • Feb. 22 — Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 24 — Alateen Support Group, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. (for ages 1218), Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 26 — Al-Anon Support Group, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 27 — Joys and Challenges of New Parenthood, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 27 — Choices, Managing Your Anger, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 28 — Smooth Move, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Support Site Community Center. • Feb. 28 — Communications Skills, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC.
UPCOMING FFSC GAETA EVENTS Chief Boatswain’s Mate David Chisholm observes his division as they practice Marching and drilling procedures at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes. (Photo by MC1 Brett Cote)
What It’s Like to Work with the Best of the Best in the Navy By MC1 Brett Cote, Navy News Service – All Hands Online Four recruits are huddled around a garbage can and vomiting. A few others are splayed out, breathing heavy in puddles of sweat on the gym floor. Most of the recruits are walking around, getting their breath back after the run. Some of them are talking and joking around with each other; they’re just waiting for “chief” to come back downstairs. Someone hollers, “Form up!” The recruits scurry to throw on their jackets and form-up in a height line. Chief Boatswain’s Mate David Chisholm stomps out onto the gymnasium floor. He’s decked out in Navy PT gear. He’s tall, slim, and at 27, he’s pretty young to be a crusty boatswain’s mate. His Navy ball cap is low on his forehead casting a shadow over his eyes as he looks at a printout in his hand. He’s shaking his head and muttering to himself. “It’s that crap,” he says, pointing to a number printed on the chart he’s holding. “Four seconds. Four seconds. That’s what pisses me off.” He is pointing at a block on the chart that says “FAIL” in bold letters. He runs his index finger along the chart and finds another failing score. “Pushups: 35. You’re telling me you couldn’t do seven more pushups?” He points to another failing line, “Six more sit ups. Garbage. That’s the motivation that they’re going to bring to boot camp? It’s ridiculous.” He walks away shaking his head. Chisholm is a recruit division commander, or RDC, for the Navy’s boot
Students assigned to Recruit Division Commander “C” School are graded on how well they follow personnel inspection procedures as part of their training. (Photo by MC1 Brett Cote) camp at Recruit Training Command (RTC), Great Lakes, Ill. A month ago, less than half the recruits in Division 026 passed their first boot camp physical fitness test. Chisholm knew he had his work cut out for him. So, he and his RDC partner have spent the last four weeks whipping this division into something that is starting to resemble a group of Sailors, and today, 78 of his 87 recruits passed the test. That’s a 90 percent pass rate, but Chisholm isn’t satisfied with 90 percent. He was predicting something closer to 95 percent, something closer to perfect. “I was taught to shoot high,” Chisholm says. “If you miss, you’re still pretty high up there.” RTC Great Lakes has a shortage of RDCs. The command needs more high-shooting Sailors, like Chisholm, to apply for the job and help turn civilians into Sailors. It’s not easy
duty, and not everyone can do it. The hours are long, and the mission is a non-stop challenge, but the rewards are the kind you won’t find anywhere else in the Fleet. Leading a 90-person division looks great on a performance evaluation (eval), and RTC has the above-average advancement rates to prove it. It’s also a great way to pick up leadership and organizational skills, but beyond the professional rewards, even the hardest RDCs will admit their favorite part of the job is watching a division graduate and knowing, “I made those Sailors.” Definitely what I enjoy most is seeing the change in the recruits,” Chisholm says. “You can’t describe seeing somebody that came here off the bus, seeing what they were like, and then seeing them eight weeks later when they leave here.”
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Call 081-568-8354/7 for more information or to register. • Feb. 26 — The Italian Way, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. • Feb. 27 — What’s Up in the Vineyard, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Military Saves 2013 Is Here By Tasha Hamilton, Personal Financial Management coordinator, Fleet and Family Support Center
Military Saves is here again, and many of the Naples area organizations want to help you commit to saving for a better tomorrow. Military Saves is a social marketing campaign to persuade, motivate, and encourage military families, as well as Department of Defense civilians and contractors, to save money every month. Feb. 25 through March 2 has been designated as Military Saves Week and the start of the 2013 campaign. Since 2003, more than 128,000 individuals worldwide have taken the Military Saves pledge and reported a savings of $10,000 over 3 years. Last year Military Saves Week had a record 339 organizations participate, including: 253 installations, commands, and detachments; 62 financial institutions; and 24 non-profit organizations. This year’s focus in Naples is on setting a goal, making a plan, and saving automatically. Fleet and Family Support Center is partnering with community organizations such as Community Bank; Navy Federal Credit Union; Women, Infants and Children (WIC) and Navy Marine Corps Relief Society to provide the Naples area community with the knowledge and tools that can help individuals set and achieve their long- and short-term saving’s goals. There will be a booth event Wednesday on Capo’s spine from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and next Friday at Support Site food court from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and complete "The Saver Pledge," take home giveaways, pick up helpful information, and commit to exercising good financial habits. By taking the pledge you are promising to save money regularly and encouraging others to do the same. Those who enroll will receive monthly Military Saves electronic newsletters and a free myFICO credit score. The campaign encourages everyone to build wealth, not debt, by setting up automatic transfers to savings accounts, establishing short- and long-term savings goals, participating in Thrift Savings Plan and SDP, if eligible, and by reducing or eliminating consumer debt.
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Advancement Exam Eligibility Requirements Updated By Thomas Updike, Naval Education and Training Professional Development and Technology Center Public Affairs
A recent policy change allows Sailors with a PTS "Intends to Separate" status to participate in the upcoming March 2013 examination. Naval Administrative Message (NAVADMIN) 023/13, released Feb. 8, provides updated guidance for the Cycle 219/March 2013 Navy-wide enlisted examinations for Active Duty, Active Reserve, Full Time Support and Canvasser Recruiter advancement. For the September 2012 advancement cycle 216, Active Duty Sailors who had an "Intends to Separate" Perform to Serve (PTS) status were ineligible for the Navy-wide advancement examination. NAVADMIN 023/13 explains that changes in retention behavior, and the Navy's shifting posture from downsizing to stabilizing, have enabled candidates in a PTS "Intends to Separate" status to be eligible for advancement. Sailors who have received final PTS denial (Denied Final - Active) on their December PTS application remain ineligible to participate in the March examination. Another important change announced in NAVADMIN 023/13 concerns security clearance requirements for advancement. Favorable investigation adjudication issued by the Department of the Navy Central Adjudication Facility (DONCAF) remains as a requirement. However, the updated policy now allows a Sailor to take the advancement exam with an interim clearance issued by the unit commanding officer while awaiting formal adjudication from DONCAF. That interim clearance must be granted prior to the first day
BEST OF THE BEST Before a Sailor can watch his first division graduate, and before he can even don the RDC “red rope” on his shoulder, he has to get through RDC “C” School. Just to get orders to the “C” school, Sailors have to go through a detailing screening process that disqualifies three out of every five applicants. Once a Sailor makes it to the school, he becomes a “blue rope,” named for the braided blue rope the RDC “C” School students wear on the left shoulder of their uniforms. RDC “C” School is no joke. One out of every four students washes out of the course and never earns his red rope. The “C” school is a 13-week course that teaches Sailors the kind of attention to detail they’ll need as RDCs, and it has a PT program that makes sure they’re in the kind of shape they’ll have to be in to run with 18-year-old recruits. The PT program is the main reason for the school’s high attrition rate. Blue ropes do a lot of running, and Sailors who aren’t prepared for that can end up broken. The whole course is kind of like boot camp for senior Sailors. The blue ropes stand meticulous uniform inspections where the instructors use rulers to measure the distance between the top of a pocket and the bottom of a ribbon rack, and at the physical training (PT) sessions it isn’t uncommon to see chiefs and 1st classes getting yelled at for lagging behind in a run or practicing bad form on an exercise. “Yes, they’ll get talked to a little bit,” Chisholm says, “but that’s also kind of good because it brings it back down home. You’re going to want to think about how you talk to a recruit, because you know what it’s like to get talked to like that again. So it’s kind of like a refresher of when you went through boot camp. So, when they’re talking down to you, you need to remember that before you start talking down to a recruit.” RDC “C” School is a challenge, and only the best make it through the course, but Chisholm, who is midway through his last division at RTC, said most of the learning happens after an RDC earns his red
Sailors from Navy Region Northwest and the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) take the Navy-wide petty officer 2nd class advancement exam last fall in the state of Washington. (Photo by MC2 Robert Winn) of the month of the regularly scheduled examination date. "The intent of this change is to minimize adverse impact to advancement opportunity for those Sailors who have properly applied for a security
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rope. “You’re going to be prepared when you get out there, but there’s a lot that you can’t learn until you actually get your own division,” Chisholm says. “In RDC school, while you’re wearing the blue rope, you’re not allowed to be alone with recruits … a lot of RDCs won’t let you train anything because if it’s trained wrong, that’s them getting that infraction.” There are three flags a division can earn in boot camp: Battle “E,” CNO, and Hall of Fame. Every inspection, test, and evaluation earns a score, and those scores are points toward a final total. If a division can get an overall 4.7 out of 5.0, the division will earn the Stanley Cup of boot camp: the Hall of Fame flag. The competitive nature of the job suits Chisholm just fine. He is a young, single guy with the ability to get totally immersed in his work. As a boatswain’s mate out in the fleet, he admits to keeping an UNREP (underway replenishment) manual on his night stand. That type of obsession fits in well here at RTC where he says other RDCs are just as competitive as he is. RTC counts on that kind of competitive nature. The command attracts Sailors who want to be recognized as the best, and the Navy expects them to pass that drive on to the recruits. “You know, when you get to the Fleet, [if] you do the bare minimum, you’re going to be that P (promotable) Sailor. Then you’re going to be pissed off at the world because you’re a P every time,” Chisholm says. “You’ve got to teach them, ‘Look, you’ve got to go past the minimum, or you’re never going to go anywhere in the Navy. You’ll do four years, you’ll sweep decks, and get out.’” Almost every week there is another test and another opportunity to prove, with hard numbers, whose recruits are picking up on that message. Every test is another chance to see which division is in the best physical shape, has the most attention to detail, and, by reflection, has the best RDCs. Training recruits to pass all the tests and challenges of boot camp isn’t a nine-to-five job. The hours are
clearance and are awaiting a final determination," said Enlisted Plans and Policy Branch Head Cmdr. Renee Squier. "However, every effort should be taken by the command and the individual to receive final determina-
more like five to nine, and that’s why RDCs stop pushing divisions after a year and spend about a year working at “facilitator” jobs before returning to push boots for the last year of their tours. This facilitator period is a chance for RDCs to decompress, spend time with family, and work a more-typical shore duty schedule. Because there is a current shortage of RDCs, the red ropes are getting even less down-time than usual. So, recently, RTC created some rules designed to force hardcharging RDCs to call it quits for the day and head home. Despite working 14-hour-days on a regular basis, the command still has to force RDCs to call it quits at the end of the day. That level of commitment is a big part of the reason why there is such a high advancement rate among RDCs. At 34.4 percent, RTC’s advancement rate from 1st class to chief is more than 10 percentage points higher than the fleet average. Those are great numbers, especially for a shore command, and the RDCs earn those numbers. Breaking out and getting a rock star eval at RTC means a Sailor has risen to the top in a pool of all-go-no-quit, type-A, hard-chargers. Most RDCs were top performers at their past commands, which makes the competition at RTC pretty fierce. Working 14-hour days, sixdays-a-week at any other shore command would usually guarantee an early promote (EP) eval. But at a command full of rock stars, even Mick Jagger can find himself in serious competition when Jimi Hendrix shows up. Chisholm knows a little something about being successful at RTC. He checked on board as a 2nd class, and soon, he’ll be checking out in khakis. “A lot of people, they’re going to come here because they want to make chief. If that’s the only reason you’re coming here, I will tell you, that’s the wrong reason to come here, because you’re going to get run over. You’re not going to have what it takes to be competitive here … just because you’re more you, you, you. You have to balance RDC and collateral duties, volunteer, off-duty education. It’s really a balancing act you’ve got to learn,” said Chisholm. It’s early in the evening, and Chisholm is sitting at his desk look-
tions on all Sailors requiring a security clearance as soon as possible." Certain ratings listed in the Cycle 219 NAVADMIN 342/12, as well as Sailors in the Cryptologic Technician Maintenance (CTM) rating, and all
nuclear and submarine ratings who do not meet security clearance requirements, remain ineligible for advancement and should not participate in an advancement examination.
An RDC “C” School instructor prepares to conduct physical training with a new class of students. (U.S. Navy photo) ing at a computer screen. The recruits are at a class somewhere else on base, and Chisholm and his RDC partner are alone in the compartment. The empty compartment just went through a graded inspection. There are rumpled up clothes everywhere; sheets and blankets are
in piles on the bunks. This is Chisholm’s last division. In a few months, he’ll be back on a ship, doing what boatswain’s mates do. Call your command career counselor or detailer to find out more about becoming a recruit division commander.
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CNO Testifies About Post-Sequestered Navy before HASC From Chief of Naval Operations Public Affairs Office
Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert joined the Deputy Secretary of Defense, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Joint Chiefs of Staff to testify before the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) Feb. 13 on the potential impact of sequestration and the lack of an appropriations bill for fiscal year 2013. During the hearing, Greenert illustrated the significant impacts the combined effects of a yearlong continuing resolution and sequestration will have in reducing the Navy's ability to achieve his top three priorities of, "Warfighting First," "Operate Forward," and "Be Ready." "We'll have inadequate surge capacity at the appropriate readiness to be there when it matters, where it matters," Greenert said in his opening statement setting a stark tone of his testimony before the committee. Greenert said that in order for the Navy to continue being ready when it matters, where it matters, congress must act-and act fast as the ramifications will be felt, at a minimum, through next year. "Sequestration and the lack of an appropriations bill will have an irreversible and debilitating impact on the Navy's readiness through at least 2014," Greenert said. "We will not be able to respond in the way the nation has expected and depended." The Chairman of the HASC,
Congressman Buck McKeon, asked Greenert to put into operational terms some of what the Navy would no longer be able to do if sequestration went into effect on March 1. "We [will] have no ships in the Southern Command, so the hundreds of tons of drugs that are being intercepted, there's nobody to do that," Greenert said. "And we're not nurturing future relationships there and keeping stability down there." Greenert also pointed out there would only be one aircraft carrier to support strikes in Afghanistan while simultaneously maintaining stability and deterrence in the Arabian Gulf. Greenert's picture of a postsequestration fleet became grimmer as he went down the line cutting operations that would no longer be sustainable such as counter piracy and quick reaction teams in Africa and ballistic missile defense overseas. Greenert elaborated in detail the material consequences of continued gridlock over the passage of a budget resolution to avoid sequestration. "The condition and expected service life of our ships and aircraft will further degrade," Greenert said. "We will be forced to cancel or slow procurement of relevant platforms and systems needed to preserve our warfighting superiority." Greenert further illustrated the cascading effect of today's fiscal decisions on future readiness and the community.
Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert, center left, testifies before the House Armed Services Committee on the impacts of a continuing resolution and sequestration on military readiness and defense capabilities. (Photo by MC1 Peter D. Lawlor)
"The decisions we've had to make did not come without significant consequences to our people, to the defense industry, or to local economies. Impacts of funding we realign today cascade into future years," Greenert said. Greenert firmly stated to reporters after the hearing that one area he will fight to pre-
serve and protect is family readiness and wellness. "Family programs are important," Greenert said. "I do not want those constrained." Greenert said during his testimony that he worries about the furlough of civilian employees who support the fleet and specifically the ones employed at the fleet family service centers,
child care centers, those who are sexual assault advocates and in sexual assault prevention. "All of those we worry about," Greenert said. "And I'm working very hard, and I've directed that we will not unfund, [for savings] our programs, our family readiness programs. We will protect those and so I'm watching that very closely."
MCPoN Visits NaS Jacksonville and Naval base Guantanamo bay Cuba, talks CPo 365 Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Michael D. Stevens discusses the CPO 365 training program with chief petty officers and first class petty officers from Naval Air Station Jacksonville after a physical training session. CPO 365 is a year-long program designed to prepare the minds and bodies the Navy's next-generation of senior enlisted leadership. (Photo by MC2 Marcus L. Stanley)
By MC2 Thomas L. Rosprim, Office of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON)(AW/NAC) Mike D. Stevens completed a three-day trip to Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville and Naval Base Guantanamo Bay Cuba (GTMO) February 15. MCPON participated in CPO 365 events, toured base facilities, took the opportunity to discuss the focus areas of his "Zeroing in on Excellence" initiative, and answered questions about new uniforms, budget cuts, Family Readiness Group, the Performance to Serve program, and deployments during base-wide all hands calls. CPO 365, a year-long development and training for First Class Petty Officers, was first introduced in 2010 under former MCPON Rick West. It includes two phases, the first of which begins in September each year. Under MCPON Steven's revised program, detailed in his 2012-2013 CPO 365 Guidance, all First Class Petty Officers will participate through the duration of Phase One, whether they are board-eligible or not. "CPO 365 is so important for the future development of our First Class Petty Officers. "I believe that if you're going to lead the future force of our Navy that you must be armed with the best opportunities to succeed," said Stevens. CPO 365 is designed to develop leaders through a combination of mentorship, practical experience and training.
"I view this training as our most creative avenue to productively engage Chiefs with petty officers and junior officers, and to form enduring relationships characterized by mutual respect," said Stevens. MCPON talked about the importance of effective leadership during a CPO 365 training session in GTMO. "As you go through CPO 365, you will become a more effective leader. If everything we do starts and stops with leadership, then every Sailor will benefit from a more effective leader." He also discussed the value of the Navy's leading petty officers. "We must have exceptional leading petty officers, because you are one of the critical components to the engine that makes the Navy run," said Stevens. Many Sailors showed concern about the looming fiscal environment. MCPON recognized the challenges the Navy is currently facing, but asked that Sailors focus on controlling what we own. "It is easy to become distracted by things that are beyond our control," said Stevens. He also reminded Sailors of the things they do own and control; such as technical training, administrative production, and the execution of orders. "We also have the ability to control much of our own lives by becoming and remaining physically, mentally, morally, and spiritually sound." Fleet engagements are intended to provide senior leadership with a frontline assessment of Sailors and what they are doing in the Fleet.
Panorama February 22, 2013
In the Spotlight IT2 JERRY REYNARD Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Jerry Reynard is an N62 work center supervisor. He manages the processing of more than 450 local and enterprise level requests for change to aid in the completion of the C4I building renovation. He also manages the fleet telecommunication’s plan, consisting of more than 500 mobile communications devices, and trains users in OPSEC and the proper use of their devices. He volunteered for Fed’s Feed Families and assisted in the collection of nearly 1,000 pounds of food for local charities. His immediate goals are to obtain his enlisted information dominance warfare specialist qualification and advance to petty officer 1st class.
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Religious Ministries’ Notes from Beyond
80% Challenge By Arturo Paulino, Club Beyond community director NSA Naples Religious Ministries
CAPT KARIN BILYARD Capt. Karin Bilyard, from Elgin, Ill., is truly one-of-akind aboard Support Site. She is a one-woman show, a virtual Army of One when it comes to caring for the military working dogs, family pets and food safety services. She will be quick to say that she is not alone as she points to the great team she works with to include six enlisted members and seven contract staff. In reality, it is a team effort, but she is our one and only Army veterinarian. Bilyard was recognized by U.S. Naval Hospital Naples in honor of her tireless work ethic, professionalism, dedication to the community and subject matter expertise. “I am happy to be a part of the team here in Naples. I truly enjoy working with so many Navy personnel and their pets.” ‘I will always remember this duty station fondly for the friendships I have made, all the countries we have visited, and the birth of our first child.” Bilyard has served as chief veterinarian at Camp Pendleton MCB, California, Spangdahlem AB, Germany and has even deployed on USS Boxer.
Weekly meetings, winter and spring break trips, service projects, metrics and numbers can sometimes get in the way of truly evaluating the effectiveness of a program. Especially a program like Club Beyond where we are dealing with spiritual formation, resiliency and mentoring. How do you know your stuff is working? How do you measure it? How do you capture it? One way is to take the responses we receive from the community seriously. We do count the ICE comments, emails, encouraging words and so forth. However, the one thing we all can do is to Engage. We are expected to Engage at least 80% of our student population. That is to say that out of the 534 middle and high school students enrolled in our Naples High Schools, and the many others receiving homeschool education, we are expected to Engage about 450. This percentage came as a challenge from Chaplain Alan Hansen to our program this past month. I have to be honest here, at first I did not like it. It felt too lofty, and ambitious of an idea. Too aggressive, too exaggerated. A few weeks have passed since that conversation with Chaplain Hansen and now I think we can do better than 80%. True, within time I will tend to agree whenever a Captain gives me a "suggestion", but in this particular case I think this challenge is only fair. It is only fair to expect a youth program to reach, invite, support, cheer, engage its entire targeted population. It is only fair to expect that adults with the passion and the love to "be there" for our teens will shoot to be present for every single one of them. Not only is it fair, but it recalls to memory instances in which the few impacted the many. In which a couple of meager fish and loaves of bread fed a multitude. We are placed alongside those, who with limited resources, but a big dream and consistent effort, were able to make a big difference. This call for extraordinary is not exclusive to our Club Beyond program. I believe, given the nature of our times, we all ought to reach out of our comfort zones and plan to achieve above and beyond our possibilities. It was Steve Jobs who once said, "because the ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do." Our order is not changing the world, but to see what others can't see, to exercise excellence in the midst of austerity, to fulfill the task at hand regardless. It is following this journey that we recognize the fullness of our capacity, our need for each other, and the exercise of our faith. This column is not just "one more post" but a public announcement. Our program isn't a "here for when you need it" kind of program. We are going public by saying we want to "be out there" even if you aren't aware we can assist you. We are not about playing it safe and hoping for smooth sailings. We are about being present, showing up, supporting and engaging our targeting population - all 7th-12th graders in our NSA Naples community. We want to be there supporting games, sharing school lunches, handing out flyers before school, crashing the newspaper, and even hitting the airwaves of our AFN broadcasting station. A no time to hold back, all out kind of offense. We want all the students. The good, the bad, the awkward, the church faithful, the MP resident, the tall, the not so tall, the popular and the unnoticed ones. We want to reach 100% of our student population. What's your targeting purpose? What are you going after? How are you playing your resources? Let's go out BIG and leave it all on the field and try our very best to achieve above and beyond our possibilities.
Arturo Paulino is the community director of Club Beyond, a youth group run by Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through 12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. You can reach Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org.
FFSC Tip of the Week: Stay fit and stress free From the Fleet and Family Support Center
Did you know that chronic stress is one of the major causes of overeating and, at the same time, a trigger for weight loss dieters? What happens is that cortisol- a hormone released by the body as a response to stress- is responsible for our cravings of carbs and sweets. Cortisol provides this extra energy to the fat cells near the liver where they are quickly converted into glucose so we can fight or fly. On the other hand, cortisol affects liver functionality and slows down the entire digestive system, inducing even more cravings. And the more fat that is stored, the harder it is to lose weight! Managing stress then becomes critical for weight control. Diaphragmatic breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, mindful eating, guided imagery, journaling and yoga are some of the techniques discussed and experienced in the Stress Management class. Call Louise Cappiello at 081-811-6533 for more information.
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ARRABBIATO / Angry DELUSO / Disappointed ECCITATO / Excited FAME / Hungry FELICE / Happy FRUSTRATO / Frustrated INNAMORATE / In love The newest Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Victim Advocates pose for a group photo after finishing 30 hours of training at Fleet & Family Support Center Feb. 4-7. These volunteers have the responsibility of being on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to and assist victims of sexual assault. Back row from left, Lynn Marie Smith Martin, FFSC Director; Felicia Cretchen; Justin Beckett; Raul Alvizua Flores; Arthur Neumann; Chris Lindvold; Chris Meza, FFSC Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, front row from left, Laura Perez; Brittany Ward; Kristyn Tabboga; Cardea Blue; Yolanda Etsitty; Zahily Barroso. (Photo courtesy of FFSC)
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Obtaining your Sojourner Permit Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, other than an active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permit within eight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is merely an approval for entry into the country. All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's signature is required at the time of application. NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COMING TO ITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT. As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSO EURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acquisition of the Sojourner Permit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in the Naples area. Army and Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must apply through the Carabiniere at the JFC Provost Marshall's Office, Building L. Contact Connie Henderson, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-5684639 for more information.
In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911.
Sixth-grade students from Yokosuka Middle School tug on an anchor chain stopper in the forecastle of U.S. 7th Fleet flagship the amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). (Photo by MC2 Mel Orr)
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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE … ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or by e-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int. CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-the-Tots-Club. SIGN UP FOR THE ROME MARATHON that takes place in the Eternal City March 17, 2013. Register through race promoter Gianni Interbartolo, founder of the command-sponsored running group Le Piume Nere, and save on registration costs. Cost is €50 until Dec. 15; €60 for registrations between Dec. 15 and Jan. 31; and €70 if you register between Jan. 31 and March 4. Marathon participants are allowed 7 hours to complete the 26.2-mile course. For more information, contact Gianni Interbartolo at ginterbartolo@yahoo.it. PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meets every Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. in the Support Site Fellowship Hall (above the library) for food, friends and faith. There are six Bible studies to choose from, and childcare and nursery care to homeschoolers is free. CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy. HARRY S. TRUMAN LODGE No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact Kevin Baker at 338-479-7023 or hst649sec@yahoo.com, or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649. PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact the Toastmasters president at 342-010-6263. GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com. FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-7604446. Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples. THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmrasi.tripod.com. Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315. THE NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond! Interested? Need more information? Considering homeschooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com. MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com. REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit the University of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-site degree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 and OU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices at Capodichino in the Admin II building. REGISTER FOR ON-SITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered. UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College is at 081-568-6761. NAPLES OVERSEAS SPOUSES CLUB is seeking individuals to assist in 2012-2013 with a variety of events and positions. Don't miss the fun! If you want to help us help our community, please contact noscitaly@gmail.com. CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA). NANA is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community. FMI, contact Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz@med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil. THE WELFARE & RECREATION ASSOCIATION is available to meet associates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. FMI, visit http://www. wraitalia.it. SECURITY NOTE: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms. FMI, contact the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, call 347-544-0254 or visit http://www.aa-europe.net/countries/italy.htm. RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES Tuesday Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn and praise and worship music will be provided during this time. Wednesday Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel. Call 081811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. SURE START is a unique program committed to providing the highest quality of education for command-sponsored children of enlisted personnel (priority to E1-E4) who are 4 years old by Sept. 1. FMI, call Karen Rodrigues at 081-811-4682 or the school at 081-811-4037. THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, San Gennaro council 14853, meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Support Site Fleet and Family Support Center. E-mail George Piette at kofcnaples@ gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/ site/kofcnaples/ home. SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICAN TEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghy races sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience not required. FMI, contact Bob & Shauna Bunnell at bunnellr54@gmail.com and bunnellshauna@aol.com CARNEY PARK LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m. Mondays. All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. FMI, call Carol Borkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296. EDIS SCREENINGS NOW AVAILABLE Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-8114676. NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS holds volunteer orientation the first Wednesday of every month at the organization’s Capodichino office from 8:30-10 a.m. and the first Tuesday of every month at the hospital from 9:3011 a.m. Call 081-568-4788 for info. LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For more info, contact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327, or Gabriel Sermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554. CUB SCOUT PACK 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. FMI, contact naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.
Friday, Feb. 22 4:30 p.m. Mama, PG-13 Premiere Showing Bullet to the Head, R 6 p.m. 7 p.m. The Last Stand, R Premiere Showing 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 6 p.m. 7 p.m.
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Saturday, Feb. 23 Escape from Planet Earth, PG (3D) Django Unchained, R Broken City, R Premiere Showing A Good Day to Die Hard, R Sunday, Feb. 24 Escape From Planet Earth, PG Zero Dark Thirty, R Les Miserables, PG-13 The Last Stand, R Monday, Feb. 25 Closed, No Movie
Tuesday, Feb. 26 Closed, No Movie Wednesday, Feb. 27 4:30 p.m. Mama, PG-13 Django Unchained, R 6 p.m. Last Showing 7 p.m. A Good Day to Die Hard, R Thursday, Feb. 28 4:30 p.m. Escape From Planet Earth, PG 6 p.m. Broken City, R 7 p.m. Silver Linings Playbook, R Last Showing
TOURS OPEN TO BOTH U.S. MILITARY AND NATO I.D. CARD HOLDERS USO DAILY TOURS
Feb. 23 The “Roaring 20s” Dinner and Dancing . . . . . . .€ 49 Feb. 24 A Day in the SPA in Contursi Terme . . . .€ 50 March 2 Wine Tasting and Demijohn shopping .€ 49 March 3 Pompeii and Sorrento . . . . . . . . . .€ 45 March 8 Sushi Night . . . . . . .€ 45 WEEKEND TOURS
Friday, March 1 4:30 p.m. Jack the Giant Slayer, PG-13 (3D) Premiere Showing Escape From Planet 6 p.m. Earth, PG 7 p.m. Parker, R Premiere Showing
Movie descriptions AMA, PG-13, Cast: Jessica Chastain, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Megan Charpentier, Isabelle Nlisse, Daniel Kash. Horror, 100 min. Mama is a supernatural thriller that tells the haunting tale of two little girls who disappeared into the woods the day that their parents were killed. When they are rescued years later and begin a new life, they find that someone or something still wants to come tuck them in at night.
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HE LAST STAND, R, Cast: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Genesis Rodriguez, Jaimie Alexander, Rodrigo Santoro, Peter Stormare. Action/Adventure, 107 min. After leaving his LAPD narcotics post following a bungled operation that left him wracked with remorse and regret, Sheriff Ray Owens moved out of Los Angeles and settled into a life fighting what little crime takes place in sleepy border town Sommerton Junction. But that peaceful existence is shattered when Gabriel Cortez, the most notorious, wanted drug kingpin in the western hemisphere, makes a deadly yet spectacular escape from an FBI prisoner convoy. With the help of a fierce band of lawless mercenaries, Cortez begins racing towards the US-Mexico border with a hostage in tow... straight through Summerton Junction. At first reluctant to become involved, and then counted out because of the perceived ineptitude of his small town force, Owens ultimately rallies his team and takes the matter into his own hands, setting the stage for a classic showdown.
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SCAPE FROM PLANET EARTH, PG, Voices by: Jessica Alba, Sarah Jessica Parker, Brendan Fraser, James Gandolfini, Kaitlin Olso. Animation, 95 min. Astronaut Scorch Supernova is a national hero to the blue alien population. A master of daring rescues, Scorch pulls off astonishing feats with the quiet aid of his nerdy, by-the-rules brother, Gary, head of mission control at BASA. When BASA's nononsense chief Lena informs the brothers of an SOS from a notoriously dangerous planet, Scorch rejects Gary's warnings and bounds off for yet another exciting mission. But when Scorch finds himself caught in a fiendish trap set by the evil Shanker it's up to scrawny, risk-adverse Gary to do the real rescuing. As the interplanetary stakes rise to new heights, Gary is left to save his brother, his planet, his beloved wife Kira and their adventure hungry son Kip.
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GOOD DAY TO DIE HARD, R, Cast: Bruce Willis, Jai Courtney, Sebastian Koch, Yuliya Snigir. Action/Adventure, 97 min. Iconoclastic, takeno-prisoners cop John McClane for the first time finds himself on foreign soil after traveling to Moscow to help his wayward son Jack -- unaware that Jack is really a highly-trained CIA operative out to stop a nuclear weapons heist. With the Russian
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Upcoming USO Tours Capodichino Office 081-568-5713 Support Site Office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it
March 2-3 Chianti Wine Trail . . . . . . .€ 268 March 15-18 Edinburgh and Loch Ness .€ 853 March 30-31 Easter in Florence and Pisa € 178 April 11-14 Spring Break in Venice and Verona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€ 298
No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies
underworld in pursuit, and battling a countdown to war, the two McClanes discover their opposing methods make them unstoppable heroes. ULLET TO THE HEAD, R, Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Sung Kang, Sarah Shahi, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Christian Slater. Action/ Adventure, Adaptation, Thriller 91 min. A hit man (Sylvester Stallone) and a New York cop team up to get revenge on the killers who murdered their old partners in this action thriller from veteran toughguy filmmaker Walter Hill ("48 Hrs.," "The Warriors").
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ILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK, R, Cast: Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Jennifer Lawrence, Chris Tucker, Jacki Weaver. Romance Adaptation, Comedy, 122 min. Pat Solatano has lost everything -- his house, his job, and his wife. He now finds himself living back with his mother and father after spending eight months in a state institution on a plea bargain. Pat is determined to rebuild his life, remain positive and reunite with his wife, despite the challenging circumstances of their separation. All Pat's parents want is for him to get back on his feet - and to share their family's obsession with the Philadelphia Eagles football team. When Pat meets Tiffany, a mysterious girl with problems of her own, things get complicated. Tiffany offers to help Pat reconnect with his wife, but only if he'll do something very important for her in return. As their deal plays out, an unexpected bond begins to form between them, and silver linings appear in both of their lives.
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JANGO UNCHAINED, R, Cast: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Samuel L. Jackson, Kerry Washington. Action /Adventure, Western. 166 min. Django is a slave whose brutal history with his former owners lands him face-toface with German-born bounty hunter Dr. King Schultz. Schultz is on the trail of the murderous Brittle brothers, and only Django can lead him to his bounty. The unorthodox Schultz acquires Django with a promise to free him upon the capture of the Brittles -- dead or alive. Success leads Schultz to free Django, though the two men choose not to go their separate ways. Instead, Schultz seeks out the South's most wanted criminals with Django by his side. Honing vital hunting skills, Django remains focused on one goal: finding and rescuing Broomhilda, the wife he lost to the slave trade long ago. Django and Schultz's search ultimately leads them to Calvin Candie, the proprietor of "Candyland," an infamous plantation. If Django and Schultz are to escape with Broomhilda, they must choose between independence and solidarity, between sacrifice and survival...
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ROKEN CITY, R, Cast: Russell Crowe, Mark Wahlberg, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Kyle Chandler, Barry Pepper. Crime, Drama, 109 min. When disgraced cop turned private detective Billy Taggart is hired by NYC's mayor to tail his wife, he uncovers a city-wide conspiracy of corruption, sex, and murder. With his life threatened at every turn, Billy finds himself faced with an impossible choice, which could have disastrous repercussions for his career and family.
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If you have been sexually assaulted or need to speak with a S.A.P.R. victim advocate, call 335-640-6621 24/7 for information and support. The DoD Safe Helpline can be reached toll-free at 001-877-995-5247.
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Wildcat Cheerleaders to Compete in European Championships By Kate Vitulli
The Naples Wildcat cheerleaders dedicate much of their time to increasing school spirit by performing before, during and after various school sporting events. Though you may have seen these athletes cheering, many of you may not have had the wonderful opportunity to witness our cheerleaders in their element – performing in competition. The team will be competing Saturday at the DoDDS-Europe Cheerleading Championships in Wiesbaden, Germany. The Wildcats will be competing against more than ten other teams in division two. The Wildcats will perform an
action-packed, grueling, two-and-a-halfminute routine showcasing dances, cheers, jumps, tumbling, and stunting. A panel of judges will evaluate the routine and award the top three teams. The Wildcats have dedicated the entire winter season to developing creative stunt sequences and choreography that will
Crime Report from Feb. 11 through Feb. 17 From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division
This past week, the Naples community reported two off-base vehicle break-ins. The incidents occurred in Pozzuoli and Castel Volturno. A victim stated she parked her vehicle in front of her residence in Pozzuoli and noticed the passenger side window had been broken and multiple items were missing when she returned to the vehicle the following morning. The other break-in occurred while the victim was at the beach in Castel Volturno. After approximately five hours, the victim returned to the vehicle to find the drivers side window broken out and multiple items missing. We would like to remind the communities that this time of the year, the road conditions can be slippery due to increase in rain and cold weather. When driving, be mindful of other drivers around you and leave sufficient amount of space between you and other vehicles. Remember that you need more time and distance to stop you vehicle when the pavement is wet.
Navy Updates Hazing Reporting Policies From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
The Navy initiated new measures to track and prevent cases of hazing, as announced in Naval Administrative message 137/13, released Feb. 20. Hazing occurs when a service member causes another to be exposed to cruel, abusive, humiliating, oppressive, demeaning, or harmful activities. Hazing can be physical, verbal, or psychological in nature. This behavior is contrary to the Navy’s core values of honor, courage, and commitment, as expressed by Adm. Scott Van Buskirk, chief of Naval Personnel. “Hazing has no place within the Navy’s culture of dignity and respect for every Sailor,” said Van Buskirk. “It diminishes our Sailors’ trust in their Shipmates, their unit and our organization, it affects readiness, and it will not be tolerated. It is the responsibility of every Sailor and deckplate leader to both reject and report hazing.” The NAVADMIN establishes the Navy Office of Hazing Prevention (OPNAV N137) as the lead entity for hazing policy and tracking substantiated cases. Within each command, hazing is tracked by assigned command managed equal opportunity (CMEO) program managers, equal opportunity advisors, and equal opportunity program managers, who will then work with commanding officers to ensure timely reporting of incidents. Reporting procedures are outlined in the NAVADMIN. The Navy Office of Hazing Prevention is working to expand the Military Equal Opportunity Network (MEONet) database to include tracking information on hazing incidents. MEONet is a standalone online web-based program that standardizes, tracks and reports administrative actions associated with the primary duties of EO advisors and CMEO program managers. Tracking substantiated hazing events is vital to determining the extent to which these events are occurring and the nature of such events, as well as analyzing trends. Incidents of hazing will be reported by the Navy Office of Hazing Prevention to the Chief of Naval Personnel quarterly. The full Department of Navy policy on hazing can be found in SECNAVINST 1610.2A.
wow the judges and make the Naples community proud. The team consists of thirteen female and three male student-athletes. The cheerleading teammates are: Austin Bain, Lexi Buell, Rebecca Candelaria, Madison Chandler, Michael Curtin, Cassandra Deason, Emily Eversman,
Jasmin Fiallos, Rachel Freidt, Delaney Mayette, Brooke Murdock, Tara O’Brien, Madison Ramirez, Rica Staten, Abby Waller, and Sam Weitzman. For more information on the event or how to support your Naples Wildcat cheerleaders, contact coach Vitulli at kathryn.vitulli@eu.dodea.edu.
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Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Patrick Dewberry, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), braces himself as an MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 takes off. (Photo by MC3 Michael Achterling)
Ospreys Take Flight for Cobra Gold By MC2 (SW) Betsy Knapper
For the first time while forward-deployed, amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) conducted landing operations with the MV-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft, Feb. 19. The MV-22 Osprey is designed as the medium-lift replacement for the Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knight assault support helicopter. The Osprey can operate as a helicopter or a turboprop aircraft and offers twice the speed, six times the range and three times the payload of the CH-46E. “Today was the next stepping stone for Osprey’s introduction into the 7th Fleet,” said Cmdr. Hans Sholley, “air boss” aboard Bonhomme Richard. “After 40 years, this will be the last float with the frogs [Sea Knights] and we will miss them.” On board Bonhomme Richard, the two Ospreys conducted day time deck landing qualifications, carrier controlled approaches with the ship’s amphibious air traffic control center and short take off procedures. “This was my first time bringing in an Osprey,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Barry Swanson. “I wasn’t
nervous because of the training I received about the ins and outs of the MV-22s. The wind gusts are stronger than the 46’s, but I was able to anticipate that.” The Osprey measures more than 57 feet long, a wingspan of nearly 85 feet, a height of 22 feet, airspeed of 280 knots; and a max gross weight for a vertical take-off of 52,600 pounds and 57,000 pounds for a short takeoff. The crew of an Osprey consists of a pilot, copilot and crew chief and is able to hold 24 combat-equipped troops. “This is part of a crawl, walk, run process that will get us ready for the next deployment and effectively integrate the MV-22 into this AOR [area of responsibility],” said Sholley. The MV-22 Osprey’s mission for the U.S. Marine Corp is the transportation of troops, equipment and supplies from ships and land bases for combat assault. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group, currently on deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations, is made up of the Bonhomme Richard, USS Tortuga (LSD 46), USS Germantown (LSD 42) and reports to Commander, Amphibious Squadron 11, forward deployed to Sasebo, Japan.
An MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) Feb. 19 as another Osprey prepares for take-off. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility and taking part in Cobra Gold, a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored multinational joint exercise designed to advance regional security by exercising a robust multinational force from nations sharing common goals and security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region. (Photo by MC2 Jerome D. Johnson)
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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) NOTICE: The Department of the Navy announced a hiring freeze effective Jan. 14. Effective immediately, all appropriated funds, U.S. and local national vacancy announcements will be placed on hold until further notice. HRO WEBSITES: https://cnic.navy. mil/europe/about/Jobs/index.htm and http://hronaples.altervista.org HRO FACEBOOK: HRO_NAPLES Please contact us at 081-568-5409 for any questions. The Human Resources Office is located in the Admin I building at Capodichino, first floor. The customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, OR at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, OR by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, OR at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement. PLEASE NOTE: Customer service operation hours for the following HRO services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: • ID/CAC CARDS (DD1172-2) • Requests for an Official Passport (DD1056) • Logistical Support Letters • Work Certificates
OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT Educational Aid (CDC/ CYP), GS-1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04, ANN#EUR13-537395-AG, (Multiple Positions), Full Time Permanent. Next Cut-Off Date: March 7.
LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS NO VACANCIES If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-5685409. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the HRO services or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, an HRO representative is available for the bi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at the Support Site food court area. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he or she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next "Meet & Greet" is from 8-9 a.m. Feb. 25.
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic. navy.mil/Naples/FleetAndFam ilyReadiness/AboutFleetAndFa milyReadiness/Jobs/index.htm The necessary application forms are also available online. For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-5685612/4164.
NSA NAPLES POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Child and Youth Programs Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN# 12-159, (Multiple Positions). Flexible/regular part-time, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Assembles or gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from 6 years old to 9 years old, School Age Care PreTeen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, and Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guardian. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/ Skills Center, Support Site. Provides information concerning facility, operation and regulations. Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-042, flexible, Golf Course, Carney Park. Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-044, flexible, NOR Center, Carney Park. Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-155, flexible, Liberty Division, Capodichino. Helps the customers in the recreation center with recreational events. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 (Theater Concessionaire) ANN# 13-015, flexible, Reel Time Theater II, Support Site. This position transacts the sale of refreshments at the theater snack bar. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#13-035, flexible Fitness Branch, Capodichino/Support Site. Performs maintenance on various types of recreation and athletic equipment to ensure that all equipment is in good
condition and safe for patron use. Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#13-036 flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Performs a variety of tasks such as grilling or frying pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required; regulating temperature and removing when done.
CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S. POSITION Supervisory Housing Management Assistant, NF-117303, ANN#13-017, Regular fullNGIS, Capodichino, time, Naples. Responsible for maintaining a professional operation, consistent with those services and amenities provided in a commercial hotel. Provides short and long range plans, analyzes monthly financial statements to ensure financial stability. Regional Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, NF0101-04, ANN#13-019 Regular full-time, Navy region Europe, Naples, Italy. The regional SARC will be the designated staff member at the region, responsible for coordinating and overseeing local implementation and execution of the SAPR Program. Closing date: Open Until Filled.
NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5253/5254 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application, please visit our website at: https: //www.NavyExchange.jobs.
U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#120003GH Sales Clerk/CL/NF-01/FPT. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Cosmetics, Health & Personal Care, Sporting Goods, Garden, Christmas Shop, Pets, and Cough and Cold departments. Ann#120003GG Sales Clerk/ SL/NF-01/FPT. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchan-
dise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Mens, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments. Cashier Ann#120002U7 Checker/CC/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00$9.50. Associate operates cash registers to record sales in retail check out areas. Ann#120003GF Sales Clerk/ NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the electronics, housewares, domestics, furniture, and gifts departments. Ann#130000HR Store Worker/CS/NA-02/RFT. Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $10.23. Performs various duties including loading/unloading merchandise and cart retrieval in an Exchange store, storeroom and/or location. Ann#13000091 LP/Safety Investigator (Detective)/52/NF02/RFT. Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $11.00. Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential. Utilizes various surveillance techniques. GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#12000343 Sales Clerk/
/MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. JFC-NATO MINI MART (Lago Patria) Ann#1200034W Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. LATINA MINI MART No Vacancies
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NAPLES VETERINARY TREATMENT FACILITY Veterinary Technician/Receptionist, Flex position, $7.25 to $10.00. Assists veterinary personnel in providing care, management, treatment, and sanitary conditions for animals in the veterinary treatment facility. Performs a variety of administrative and clerical functions using the veterinary program for the daily operations of the clinic. Please call 080-811-7913 for more information. Closes Feb. 28.