Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military community in italy
58th year, No. 45
Friday, November 29, 2013
Sunrise in Carney Park, A Cadet's Tale
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Sailors and Marines Encouraged to take Sexual Assault Survey Page 5
Battalion Europe marches on the parade ground in a graduation review at BLT this weekend. (Photo by Cadet Lt. Brittaney Key) By Cadet Chief Petty Officer Madison Chandler
Gloomy, dark and frigid perfectly describe the first evening of boot camp. 84 cadets gathered and whispered in anticipation, wondering how the next four days would play out. The chief petty officers (CPO) kicked off the weekend by relieving the cadets of all their electronics, medicine and watches. We were separated into platoons that would act as our surrogate families, keeping us hydrated and taken care of.
After double-timing to the cabins, our bags were inspected by the CPOs to ensure that everyone was completely honest. We were given 30 minutes of hygiene, this seems like enough time, but not when you are one of approximately 36 girls! Some females resorted to washing their hair in the sink to avoid the constant banging on their shower door after two minutes of allotted shower time. Assistant Drill Instructors (ADI) were given the responsibility to create the fire watch bill. Cadets on the bill would spend an
hour during the night staying awake and vigilant, creating a safer environment for everyone else in the room. We rose bright and early to the sound of a Drill Instructor (DI) banging a flashlight on the trashcan. The unfamiliar noise startled cadets awake, serving its purpose. We marched down to the grinder to meet the males, CPOs love getting an early start, and we began the day with them sharing their joy verbally. The CPO in charge of Physical Training (PT) has a very powerful
voice, and an even more intimidating stature, I pitied the younger cadets, considering this is their first impression of the camp. The lap around Carney Park gave us time to create bonds; we shouted cadences to keep everyone on the same foot. Breakfast was our saving grace after exercising. The cadets sat and ate at attention, leaving no wiggle room. Talking of any kind was prohibited. ADIs patrolled through the aisles, taking shifts eating.
Naval Support Activity Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Scott Gray hosted a town hall meeting to address the public health evaluation and recent environmental concerns from service members and their families, Nov. 21. The public health evaluation was conducted by the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center (NMCPHC) from 2008 to 2011 to assess the potential health risks for U.S. personnel living in the Naples area. “This was a voluntary study, the only comprehensive study done by anyone and the Navy did it,” said Gray. “For all that has been analyzed and the protection we have put in place, the risk in
Campania is not a greater risk than that of the U.S.” Based off of the results from the initial phase of the evaluation in 2009, the houses or zones that had elevated risks such as contaminated wells, soil gas, or both, were given the opportunity to relocate at the government’s expense and the new lease suspension zones were put in place. Service members and their families are no longer able to start a new lease in those zones. The study included samples from the tap water, irrigation water, soil, soil gas and air quality. NMCPHC also conducted studies focusing on birth defects, cancer, asthma and food. The food study concentrated on fruits and vegetables grown in the Naples region as well as those sold at the commissary on base.
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NSA Naples Holds Town Hall Meeting for Military Families By MC2 Eva-Marie Ramsaran, NAVFAC EURAFSWA Public Affairs
Cutless Express 2013 Concludes
Gray stated that he purchases produce at the commissary and at local Italian supermarkets. “What you do is based on your comfort factor,” said Gray. “What level of risk do you want to assume? I buy from the commissary and from places like Auchan and Ipercoop. Buy your food from the commissary; you will be as safe as you can be. The commissary labels produce origin and everything sold there meets FDA standards and quality control.” See Military Families Page 4
Sailors Volunteer at Local Children’s Home Page 10
Weekly Crime Report Review what happened between nov. 20 and nov. 26. Page 6
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Participation Encouraged in SAPR Survey
By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer
The holidays are right around the corner, and will be full of local events, including the Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 5 at Support Site. We anticipate distributing nearly 2000 gifts to our children in this year’s expanded event. We will also announce the winners of the Holiday Greeting Card Contest. Commands and organizations are still welcome to enter the contest; the winner will receive a night out on the town when we provide a chartered bus free of charge to the destination of your choice. Also announced at the Tree Lighting Ceremony will be the winner of our balcony decoration contest for those that live aboard Support Site. Residents of the BEQ at Support Site or Capo may also register and decorate their door in a holiday theme. Prizes will be given to the top two balconies and top two registered doors. The Harlem Globetrotters will be coming to town just after the Tree Lighting Ceremony, and will perform at the Naples American High School gym Dec. 11. There will be limited ticketing opportunities, with single Sailors given priority. Contact the ITT office for more info, and make sure to get out to this show. The Globetrotters have visited Naples half a dozen times in the last decade, and always pack the house. Our chaplains have many services for the upcoming holiday season, the first of which will be a Chanukah Celebration, held at the Support Site Chapel Fellowship Hall next Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 6-8 p.m. Please monitor PAO notes and the Chapel Facebook page for more information on worship services. In anticipation of the holidays, I want to emphasize the importance of driving safety as the weather begins to change and we go into holiday party mode. We have already had several DUIs this fiscal year, Keep an eye on shipmates and loved ones, as this time of year can be lonely for those who are away from their families and loved ones. Never assume a statement of self-harm is empty. Ensure anyone considering suicide receives the help they need. Another area of caution is thefts and break-ins, which seem to spike during this time of year. Be vigilant. Utilize car and home alarms, and let a trusted neighbor or friend know when you will leave the area for holiday travel so they can keep an eye on things in your absence. Never leave valuables in your car, especially gas coupons or holiday gifts. Look out for one another. Get out and enjoy our beautiful surroundings, and enjoy the holiday season!
The 2013 Navywide sexual assault survey is short and completely anonymous. It can be accessed from any webenabled computer, tablet or smartphone at www.donsapro.navy.mil/donsas.html. The password for all military participants is “2013SURVEY”, and the survey will be available through Jan. 6.
Reminder to Register to Vote Please remember to register to vote; the 2014 Election is less than a year out and it is never too early. Register for an absentee ballot at www.fvap.gov. For more information, please contact the Voting Assistance Office at DSN 626-3888.
Sojourner’s Permits Required for Holiday Travel Reminder from RLSO: check your sojourner permit to ensure that it is still valid for holiday travel. If not, come to Region Legal Service Office, Legal Assistance Department, Capodichino, Admin II, 1st Floor. Legal Assistance must be notified at least one full week prior to anticipated travel in order to facilitate the process of providing you with a sojourner permit or a receipt that will allow your re-entry into Italy. Please contact Legal Assistance with any questions at 081-568-4576.
Positive Balances on School Lunch Accounts Required To ensure your child receives a nutritious school lunch, sponsors should keep a positive balance in their child’s account at all times. Student accounts with a negative balance severely affect the ability of the School Meal Program to be self-sustaining. The NEX, your food service provider, does not have the financial resources to provide student meals without reimbursement. Payments are accepted at NEX Customer Service. You can also set up a free account at www.mypaymentsplus.com to keep track of your child’s account balance and set up low balance alerts. For a small fee, you can add money to your child’s balance from your home or office computer, tablet, smart phone, or other mobile device.
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From 8 p.m., Nov. 27 to 5 a.m., Dec. 2, the East Parking Garage (Building 461) will have all above-ground down ramps secured to install anti-skid. The up-ramps will remain open and will be used for exit traffic only. Parking on the Ground Level, Basement Level 1, and Basement Level 2 will be uninterrupted. Please contact Lt. James Angerman at 626-4936 or Mr. Marino Delli Colli at 338195-4067 with any questions.
Nov. 29: Black Friday at the NEX The NEX at Support Site will open its doors at 7 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, and at 6 a.m. for military in uniform only as part of their Black Friday sale. Contact the NEX or Tom.Goodman@nexweb.org with any questions.
A PWD Contractor will perform tests on all 3 Admin buildings and CDC building fire alarm systems Nov. 29. Tests will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be no need to evacuate work spaces.
Tickets available beginning Nov. 27 for Harlem Globetrotters in Naples The Harlem Globetrotters will perform at the Naples American High School Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. 350 tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Single Sailors may obtain one ticket each starting Nov. 27 at the Capo Liberty Center, and at the Support Site BEQ Recreation Room Nov. 27 and Dec. 4 between the hours of 6 – 9 p.m. Tickets will be available to the general public Dec. 2 and can be picked up at either ITT office (limit four per family). A limited number of seats will be available the day of the event. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for ticket holders and to all others at 7 p.m. Show is open to U.S. ID card holders only. Call Staci Dietrich at 626-4894 or ITT at 6264488 or 629-7907/8/9 for tickets and more information.
Volunteers needed for Dec. 11 and 12 from 6 – 8 p.m. Our team of helpers is surprising kids this year with phone calls from Santa at the North Pole. The Youth Center is seeking volunteers to make phone calls – no dressing up required. For more information, call the Youth Center at DSN 629-4722 or 081-811-4722.
Naval Support Activity Naples Italy
Nov. 27: East Parking Garage Down Ramps Secured
The following are recommended mail-by dates for best chance delivery prior to Dec. 25. From the United States, Dec. 16 for Express Mail Military Service, Dec. 3 for First-Class Mail, Dec. 3 for Priority Mail, Nov. 26 for Space Available Mail, and Nov. 12 for Parcel Post/Parcel Air Lift. From Europe/Bahrain (including Naples), Dec. 17 for Express Mail Military Service, Dec. 3 for First-Class Mail, Dec. 3 for Priority Mail, Nov. 26 for Space Available Mail, and Nov. 12 for Parcel Post/Parcel Air Lift. Insurance is strongly suggested on all holiday packages.
Santa Phone Call Volunteers Needed
Capt. Scott Gray Cmdr. Jay driskell Lt. Liza dougherty teresa merola
Annual preventative maintenance on electrical substation transformers requires a series of power outages in order to safely maintain an efficient electrical distribution system within the Support Site. Due to battery back-up capability, all facility and Housing life safety systems will function under normal operating conditions. The schedule for the power outages is as follows: • Saturday, Nov. 30 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Elementary School (B2057); High School (B2058); School Cafeteria (B2059); Child Development Center (B2065); School Bleachers (including fire pump station). • Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Housing Units: B2001 through B2011; B2154 through B2163. • Thursday, Dec. 5 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Housing Units: B2012 through B2027; B2030; B2032 through B2035. • Thursday, Dec. 12 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Housing Units: B2028, B2029, B2031, B2039 through B2049. • Monday, Dec. 16 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Housing Units: B2036 through B2038; B2050 through B2056. • Thursday, Dec. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Hospital (B2082); Hospital Energy Bldg (B2086).
Nov. 29: Fire Alarm Tests at Capo
The University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is offering two hybrid courses over the holidays, IFSM 201, Concepts and Applications of Information Technology and ITAL 333, Italian Life and Culture. Contact the UMUC office at CAPO/ADMIN II, main floor, or call 626-6673/4/5.
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Now-Dec. 19: Support Site Power Outages for Annual Preventative Maintenance
2013 Military Mail Holiday Mailing Dates
College Mini-term over the Holidays
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Now-Dec. 20: ‘Port-to-Port’ Self-Paced Swim Program Journey from Naples to Gaeta via the imaginary coastline in the Capo FitZone pool. Swim laps anytime during regular pool hours and record your workout on your log sheet. All participants who complete the 100 km swim (4,000 lengths) by Friday, Dec. 20 will receive a prize package. The lifeguard on duty must verify & initial laps. For more information, call DSN 626-4254 or 081-568-4254.
Dec. 3: Chanukah Celebration A Chanukah Celebration will be held at Support Site Chapel Fellowship Hall Tuesday, Dec.3, 2013 from 6-8 p.m. There will be a dairy potluck dinner and menorah lighting with games for the children. For more information, contact NSA Naples Jewish Lay Leader Rachel Cornette at 6297388.
Dec. 3: Naples Area First Class Petty Officer Association The next Naples Area First Class Petty Officer Association meeting is at 2 p.m. Dec. 3, at the MWR Liberty Center Theater Capo. All First Classes are welcome. For more information, contact YN1 Gordon at DSN 626-7733.
Dec. 3-4: Base Gate Maintenance The NSA Naples Physical Security Department will be conducting regularly scheduled maintenance on the entry control points at Capodichino and Support Site. Please note times and locations as listed below for gate closures and please plan accordingly: Support Site Main Gate will be closed Dec. 3 from 9-11:30 p.m. Capodichino Main Gate will be closed Dec. 4 from 911:30 p.m. Please utilize back gate for entry and exit to both installations during these times.
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Dec. 3-4: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training This workshop provides an opportunity to explore experiences with and attitudes about suicide. Training is also provided to better understand the needs of a person at risk of suicide and learn how to use suicide first-aid to meet those needs. For more information or to sign up please call the CREDO office at 626-5255, email fct.na.cnre_credo@ eu.navy.mil, or visit https://www.facebook.com/search for Credo Europe Africa Southwest Asia.
Dec. 4: Holiday Decorating Contest Residents of Support Site are welcome to register and decorate their balconies in a Holiday Theme. Residents of the BEQ on SS or Capo may also register and decorate their door in a Holiday theme. Register by 6 p.m. on Dec. 2 via email at christopher.kasparek@eu.navy.mil with building address; registration is required for prize eligibility. Email confirmation will be returned. Judging will take place Dec. 4; winners will be announced at the Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 5. Prizes will be given to the Top 2 Registered Balconies and Top 2 Registered Doors.
Dec. 4: Stress Management Seminar The University of Oklahoma is sponsoring a free “Stress Management” seminar on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Capo base theatre. All community members are invited to attend. Dr. Clarence Walker, Ph.D., will be presenting the seminar. Call the University of Oklahoma at DSN 626-6672 for more information.
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Operations (CREDO) will hold a Personal Resiliency Retreat, Dec. 6-8, at the Villa Irlanda Hotel (www.villairlanda.com). Personal, spiritual, and relational themes are central to the retreat, which provides time and a place apart from normal routines. All lodging, meals and transportation to and from the retreat site are provided for. It is open to all service members and their families and on a space available basis for Department of Defense employees. Childcare is not provided for this retreat. For more information or to sign up, please call the CREDO office at DSN 626-5255, 081-568-5255 or email fct.na.cnre_credo@ eu.navy.mil.
Dec. 7: Capo Power Outages Public Works will be conducting annual substation transformer maintenance throughout Capo until Dec. 7. This maintenance will require electrical power outages to most buildings. The schedule for the electrical outages is as follows: Dec. 7: Admin I, II and III, and the C4I building from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Facilities Operations Specialists have provided notification to impacted tenants and signs will be posted prior to the outages.
Dec. 12: ACT/SAT Early Winter Test Dates The Navy College Office will administer the ACT test on Dec. 12 and Mar. 27. The office will administer the SAT on Feb. 27, 2014. Score Reports are available six to eight weeks after the test date. Make your appointment with the Navy College Office at Capo, Bldg 442A, Room G-036.1, or nco.naples@eu.navy.mil or DSN 626-6678/6681, and ask Navy College to email you the ACT/SAT helpful hints pages.
Air Terminal Schedule The schedule for the "CAT B" mission during the upcoming holiday season will be as follows: the flight is scheduled to arrive from Norfolk on Dec. 27 in the afternoon and depart for Norfolk on the morning of the Dec. 29.
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Compiled by Teresa Merola
Former NATO Base Returned to the City For nearly 60 years, the former NATO base was located in Bagnoli before moving to its new location. On Sunday, the area used for the former base will be returned to the city with an event that will include guided visits of the buildings, recreational activities and a bike tour starting at 11:30 a.m. A live concert by Neapolitan singer Edoardo Bennato and other bands will entertain guests at 5:30 p.m., finishing the event.
Italy to Improve Efforts to Protect Pompeii Due to ceaseless rain, the Pompeii archaeological site reported new damage at the Casa del Torello site, where a piece of stucco had collapsed and a small wall was tilting into a column. Many are criticizing Italy’s ability to protect the 2,000-year-old treasure from further degradation. UNESCO gave Italy until Dec. 31 to apply a series of upgrade measures or face the removal from the prestigious list of World Heritage sites. In March, the EU Commission approved an injection of €105 million in restoration funds, to be combined with matching money from Italy, for Pompeii's ailing monuments. Plans for the revamping and preservation of the ancient archeological site were announced in April. In July, Italian Minister of Culture Massimo Bray announced plans to install safety measures and open 39 work areas by
2015. Government, regional and local authorities signed a management protocol on Monday in-line with the measures requested by UNESCO. The measures include video surveillance of 50 percent of the area and a buffer zone around the site.
Italian Senate Authorizes Government to buy Budelli Island Budelli is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean, and is part of La Maddalena island group, between Sardinia and Corsica. The island was sold to a businessman from New Zealand for €2.94 million at the beginning of October amid protests after its previous property company in Milan went bankrupt. Now the Italian government could exercise its right to keep the island due to a senate amendment allowing the state to reclaim the island and buy it back for €3 million. The pre-emption right expires on Jan. 8. Budelli is an island of 1.6 square kilometers where construction is banned and access is only permitted with a member of the park’s authority staff.
Architect Proposes Restoration of Abandoned Village In the Valle D’Aosta region, northern Italy, there is a village that has been abandoned for 50 years. The only way to reach it is on foot, since there is no road there. A young archi-
tect has presented a plan to restore it as part of his university thesis. This village, called Barmaz, has been uninhabited since the land became unsuitable for farming. The architect wants to turn it into a holiday village. The houses of the village, which were built in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, are considered first examples of rural architecture and contain original features including stonework and wooden beams. The mayor of the village said one of his planned goals was to restore it but that due to the economic crisis, it would only be possible with European funds. The architect will present his plan for the restoration to the district administration hoping to get funds.
Lady Gaga to be the New Face of Versace Donatella Versace announced American singer Lady Gaga will be the new face of Versace Fashion House for the 2014 Spring-Summer campaign. The artist and Versace’s fashion director wore their hair and dressed in similar style at appearances during Milan’s fashion week in September. Versace said the new campaign will show how Lady Gaga completely captures the Versace essence which is creative, experimental, and fearless. Madonna and Jennifer Lopez, among others, have previously starred in the brand's ads.
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T HE I NSIDE P AGE … FOR FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER (FFSC) EVENTS, SEE PAGE 5.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking a manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the NOSC Thrift Store on Support Site. The manager will work closely with and report to the vice president of fundraising on the NOSC Board. Supervisor, retail and marketing experience is preferred, as well as a working knowledge of Excel, Word, Facebook and the Internet. The position requires 120 volunteer hours per month. NOSC Store operations training will be provided. Please contact nosctshop@gmail.com if interested. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, please call 339-267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/countries/italy.htm. NAVY LEAGUE NAPLES has three missions: to enhance the morale of active duty personnel and their families; to inform Congress and the American public on the importance of strong sea services; and to support youth through programs such as the Junior ROTC that expose young people to the values of our sea services. Personnel interested in joining or participating with the Navy League should contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051. ARGOSY UNIVERSITY is looking for participants to take part in an exploratory study on Military Vs. Civilian Leadership. Volunteers would take part in a one-hour interview detailing previous military leadership role(s) and your current civilian leadership role. If interested, please contact Lovell Jones at 340-959-1173 or lovell_jones318@yahoo.com. NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) needs volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering or in taking a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or 626-4788 for more information. You can also "like" our Facebook page American Red Cross Naples - to keep up with current opportunities. 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. 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. 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.
ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON THE NAPLES TOASTMASTERS CLUB provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support Site Community Center. Guests are always welcome. For more information, visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or like us on Facebook "Toastmasters Naples Italy." PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meet every Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for worship and bible Study. Stay up-to-date with current events at our Facebook page PWOC Naples or contact us at pwocparticipation@gmail.com to be on our email distribution. NATO LIONS RUGBY CLUB is looking for new players. All abilities wanted. Practice is held every Wednesday at Carney Park at 5:45 p.m. Show up with shoes, shorts and a mouth guard. Training and development will be provided. If you have any questions, email Mark Woodall or co-manager Andrew Bohnsack at markwoodall82@hotmail.co.uk or andrew.bohnsack@gmail.com. NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking individuals as board members in 2013-2014 for a variety of events and positions. Join Us! If you want to volunteer or need information on what is available, email noscitaly@gmail.com or go to www.noscitaly.com 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. 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. 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. 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.
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The Army orienteering team led us into the next part of camp. They explained the topography of Carney Park and taught us how to navigate using a compass. The cadets were then split into groups and had to guide themselves to the top of Carney Park using what they had been taught. They needed to pay close attention to counting their paces because the only information provided was the degrees and the meters to the next point. Then it was a race to the top between the groups. The climb up was exasperating as the elevation increased rapidly at the top, but the view was breath taking. The next orders were to prepare for the upcoming test. Knowing your general knowledge wasn’t merely enough to be successful at this year’s boot camp. Cadets needed to know ranks, collar devices, and their chain of command. Some studied before they arrived while others crammed. The orange field guide manuals slid from table to table while cadets used their time efficiently. We, the ADIs, were instructed to help the cadets maintain their uniforms and aid them on anything they could possibly need for the night’s inspection. We filed back down to the pavilion for chow when the DIs informed everyone that the ADIs had failed them. They described that the inspection would focus on the ADIs uniforms rather than the rest of the cadets. My heart sank; I realized that I had not paid any attention to my uniform because I was centered on the female uniforms. We were given the minimal amount of time to get dressed and march down without double-timing. After getting into formation I gently patted down my shirt to ensure the placement was right when I felt the breath of Senior Chief blast down my neck hissing that I cannot fix myself in formation. Capt. Morgan inspected every aspect of my uniform, revealing things I wasn’t even aware of. He brought us into the recreation center to explain the procedure and share to his experience in Naval Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (NJROTC.) He pointed out the importance of teamwork and careful attention to detail. The following day began abruptly with lots and lots of PT! Today would be our busiest day. We had medical training, firefighting lessons, military police dog demonstrations, and drill practice. One after the next we completed each station. Cadets had the opportunity to spray a high-powered hose, two-man
drag other cadets across the bitter grass and see a man in a padded suit get pummeled by two energetic dogs. We shuffled to the grinder to commence the drill competition. Given a card, and proper instructions, the platoon commanders guided their cadets to success by calling each command on the correct foot. You could feel the CPO’s eyes peering straight through you every movement. The platoons performed well under pressure, creating a proud atmosphere for the cadets. I guess the chiefs sensed it and they tasked us with the impossible: find Chief Duggar in the morning for PT. The last night everyone fell asleep before 10 p.m. Personally, I woke up at 2:45 a.m. for watch. We woke the girls up at 3:30 a.m. then met the boys at 4:30 a.m. to attempt to look for Chief Duggar. The only instructions he provided was, you can see it from the grinder. The ADIs ran aimlessly around Carney Park, you could see their flashlight beams shine across fields and roads. We had no clue, until we saw the glow sticks. We sent an ADI to get the platoons, while a CPO was on the move to his next location. You could hear the confusion settling among the company as we hid behind the tall bushes. Nothing was better than PT that morning. We simply jogged Carney Park chanting cadences to our heart’s desire. After being dismissed, we double timed up to the quarters to prepare for graduation. I could not wait to see my parents. I wanted to sleep in my own bed without the fear of surprise PT in the morning. We proudly marched as a unit onto the football field in front of our excited parents. It was a perfect day, the sun came out and we were ready to return home. The company serenaded the crowd with the tune, “The Sun will Come Out Tomorrow” from the movie/play “Annie”, which was our theme song through the gloomy rainy days that had proceeded. The Cadets did a great job and will be promoted to cadet seaman Thanks to the CPOs (DI’s), U.S. Army, hospital corpsmen, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Fire Department, NSA Naples dog handlers, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Carney Park, Naples Overseas Support Club, Parent Teacher Student Association, parents and our instructors for making this weekend a success. You showed us teamwork at its best.
MILITARY FAMILIES The study concluded that of the over 900 babies born with first trimester exposure in Naples, birth defects here were slightly lower than in DoD babies born in other OCONUS locations. Cancer rates and asthma are no higher in the Campania region than those in the U.S., though asthma symptoms may be worsened. Bacteria in the tap water (mostly well water), lead and arsenic were found throughout the region. The Navy Housing office at Support Site Gricignano has implemented requirements in each member’s lease for their landlord to provide bottled water. Additionally, if their
residence has a water holding tank, the landlord should clean it twice a year. “We have a very extensive environmental department here,” said Gray. “We try to be proactive for the safety of Navy families.” The environmental department maintains three water treatment facilities in the Naples area, located at Lago Patria, Capodichino and Carney Park. They frequently test the water at each site. Recently, they implemented an active recycling program at Support Site Gricignano and a hazardous material control program. Gray stated that service members and their families
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can go to Capodichino’s water treatment facility at no cost to fill up water bottles, jugs, etc. “This is not an accelerating issue,” said Gray. “The U.S. Navy has done comprehensive testing and the results of the study helped me with my peace of mind. I would not jeopardize the health and safety of our personnel.” To get more information on the assessment, visit the NSA Naples website at https:// www.cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/installations/nsa_naples/about/healt h_awareness.html or their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/N SANaples.
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Sailors and Marines Encouraged to Make a Difference with New Sexual Assault Survey By MC1 Peggy Trujillo, Defense Media Activity - Navy
The Secretary of the Navy has announced a new Department of the Navy sexual assault survey for 2013, which started Oct. 15, and can be taken online via any device that can access the internet. The Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (DoN SAPRO), which answers directly to Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, created the survey to assess the Department's progress, and learn what more Sailors and Marines think should be done to fight sexual assault. "We can't help them if we don't know what the issues are, and we don't know if our training is working," said Jill Loftus, director of DoN SAPRO. "If they think our training is horrible, then we'd like to know that, so that we can switch gears. We'd also like to know if they think that it is worthwhile and if they're learning stuff because then we can continue in that vein." From previous surveys, DoN SAPRO has learned that the majority of sexual assaults in the Navy and Marine Corps happen to 18 - 24 year-olds in social settings involving alcohol, and that the assaults usually occur at Aschools right after boot camp, or at the first duty station. "We've used that information to set up pilot programs," said Loftus. "Our Great Lakes experiment that we've been very successful with came from information we learned from our surveys."
The experiment targeted Training Support Center Great Lakes, mainly the Sailors who have recently graduated boot camp. The program brought together the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), local hotels, commanding officers, and others to put an end to the risky situations Sailors may encounter. The program also incorporated bystander intervention training, "No Zebras, No Excuses" training, Sex Signals training, a large group presentation on sexual assault and two small-group presentations with discussion groups. Referring to Great Lakes, Loftus said, "Using anonymous surveys, we have seen a 60 percent reduction in sexual assaults over the past 34 months." This year's survey incorporates questions from previous surveys, Department of Defense surveys and academic surveys. Pulling from the surveys and lessons learned, DoN SAPRO made the survey more concise to pinpoint the information they're trying to find, while taking less time from Sailors and Marines. "The 10-minute survey that's online focuses directly on the issues surrounding sexual assault, and addresses issues such as perceptions, attitudes of Sailors and Marines about the issue of sexual assault," said Cmdr. David McKay, a research psychologist at DoN SAPRO. "We're also interested in understanding reporting behaviors and attitudes about reporting. "Sexual assault is one of the top priorities of the Secretary, and should be a top priority for all
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Sailors and Marines, to try to figure out how to combat sexual assault. The survey is important because it does a couple things. One, it helps us gauge progress on the different interventions we're implementing. Secondly, it provides an opportunity for Sailors and Marines to speak directly to the Secretary about their experiences about sexual assault." The 21st Century Sailor and Marine Office (N-17) lists combating sexual assault as one of its main priorities. Rear Adm. Sean S. Buck, the director of N17, spends time with Sailors to get feedback. "When I visit with Sailors, I am constantly asked - 'what else can I do to make a difference?'
Besides looking out for your shipmates and actively intervening when necessary, surveys like this are your chance to do something, to make your voice heard," Buck said. Although the survey is a chance for Sailors and Marines to be heard, it is completely anonymous. No one will get a reminder to complete the survey because no one is tracking the individuals who take the survey. "We won't know if you haven't filled out the survey," said Loftus. "There's no fingerprint. There's no electronic tag to our survey. It can be taken from a smart phone; it can be taken from a tablet; it can be taken at the Apple store; it can be taken at your desktop or at home. We have no idea who you are and so you won't get that email reminding you to take it." Loftus said that some of the initiatives that Mabus has instituted, based on previous survey results, included doubling the number of sexual assault investigators at NCIS, increasing the number of sexual assault response coordinators, 66 full-
time victim advocates that are civilians trained as counselors, who will help victim support. The JAG is also instituting a victim's legal counsel who will help victims through the process and the Navy is deploying civilian resiliency counselors, who are also certified SARCs, on every big deck. "I think that the Navy and the Marine Corps are really spending the resources and putting the attention on prevention, victim care and support," said Loftus. "We think that if Sailors and Marines are honest and forthright in taking this survey, and we get enough of them, that we'll be able to show the nation and other service people that we're really taking this seriously, that we care, and that we don't want victims. We want to prevent sexual assault. This is a way for every member of the service to help us do that." The survey is available. The password for all military participants is 2013Survey and the survey will be available through Jan. 6, 2014.
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Energy Conservation Holiday Cooking Energy Tips From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team
The holidays are upon us and many of us are planning on cooking. The average household uses three times the energy on Thanksgiving Day then it does the Thursday the week before. No matter if you are a quaint family of four or fourteen, there are some green rules you can follow while cooking throughout the holidays. Thawing your turkey in the fridge increases the refrigerators cooling demand for every four to five pounds of turkey. Try to buy your turkey fresh or thaw it in cool water for 30 minutes per pound of turkey. Use bio degradable paper bags over plastic for keeping your turkey moist. However it should be noted to use this with caution when placing the turkey close to coils in the oven. Infrared turkey fryers are a nice alternative to using oil. It reduces the waste and mess. Gas grills are also a nice approach as they allow clean burning of energy while getting creative with your turkey. Try not to open the oven door to take a peek inside (we’re all guilty of it). Use the installed light to keep track of your bird though the viewing window. Constant opening and closing of the door can affect cooking temperature by as much as 25 percent. That means your food will need additional time needed to cook thoroughly and the heating element now has to produce more heat in order to re-adjust the temperature. Leave your home thermostat on a cooler setting while cooking for or having lots of people over. The lack of heating will be made up for through the efforts in the kitchen and more people in the house. Pre-heating is not as important for long slow cooking, like that of your turkey. Check to see if your oven has a convection feature, this will allow your food to cook a little quicker. Once you are nearing the end of your turkey’s cooking cycle, use the extra space in the oven to cook smaller dishes. This will make your cooking efforts more efficient, and you will finish cooking faster. Be sure to match pot sizes with burners accordingly. Properly matching pot diameter to burners makes better use of the flame. Not doing so can waste up to 40 percent in lost energy on the burner size alone. These are just a few tips to get you in the right direction and keep cost/energy use down this holiday season.
Crime Report for Nov. 20 - Nov. 26 From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division and NCIS
Fire Leader Foreman Spina Mario and fire fighter Maurizio Petrone pose in front of the NSA Naples Capo Fire Station Mobile Aircraft Fire Training Device (MAFTD). MAFTDs are used to simulate 14 different kinds of fires that can occur on aircrafts. (Photo by MC Robert S. Price)
Firefighters Ignite Their raining By MCS Seaman Robert S. Price, Navy Public Affairs Support Element – East Detachment Europe
Firefighters began learning how to operate the Mobile Aircraft Fire Training Device (MAFTD) located at the Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Fire Station Monday, Nov. 18. MAFTD training is conducted every month at the Fire Station to maintain proficiency in putting out aircraft fires. “With this training, certified operators can teach other firefighters to achieve the maximum safety while operating this kind of MAFTD and fire simulators,” said Spina Mario, leader foreman for the NSA Naples Fire Station. Heads and heels quickly lifted from the startling sound of a booming mock tire blow on the tarmac, while others looked around grinning with pointed fingers to those aware the blow out was approaching. From 40 feet away the firefighters endured the heat as they gathered around the hollow metal shell of a burning mock aircraft. The simulation device had them all waiting for a turn to control the blaze. This type of operator certification and aircraft training is conducted every month at the Fire Station. The training is important because MAFTDs refresh firefighters in the essential techniques used to put out multiple types of fires. Learning how to correctly simulate the different types of fires is critical during the training. The firefighters can then continue using similar MAFTDs on board ships and aircraft carriers. Mario has witnessed the MAFTD become blackened and weathered after three to four
years of use As a foreman he trains firefighters every month on the device. “I have learned many things from the training,” said Mario. “It teaches us how to operate the different kinds of fires that can occur inside the MAFTD.” The MAFTD is used to brief firefighters on safety and how to ignite and extinguish 14 different types of fires from an external control panel. One of the unique fire simulations the MAFTD can do is simulate the rupture of a turbine engine. A fuel spill can ignite causing what fire fighters call a 3D fire. The MAFTD simulates this fire by dripping flaming propane down a hose line attached to a run off pan on the ground. Roland Hesmondhalgh, installation fire chief of NSA Fire Station, organizes this type of training for the fire fighters. 16 total fire fighters are scheduled to go through the operator class. The training began the week of Nov. 18 and halted as a result of inclement weather later in the week. The Fire Station plans to continue the week of Dec. 1 to finish training.
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USS Freedom Delivers HA/DR Supplies to Tacloban, Philippines From Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific Public Affairs
USS Freedom (LCS 1) delivered 10 pallets of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief supplies to officials from the Armed Forces of the Philippines Nov. 24. The delivery was part of Operation Damayan and occurred in Tacloban - one of the areas hardest hit by Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda. Supported by U.S. Joint Task Force 505, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is coordinating HA/DR efforts with multinational forces, local civilian authorities and non-governmental organizations. On scene to receive the materials from Freedom in Tacloban were Philippine representatives from AFP, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). "We appreciate the efforts of our U.S. Navy partners from USS Freedom to deliver these supplies to the people of Tacloban," said Philippine navy Capt. Roy Trinidad, director of the AFP's Task Force Airport in Tacloban. "We have already discussed the best use of these supplies and will deliver them within the local community as Tacloban recovers from Typhoon Yolanda." From her position 16 nautical miles off the coast of Tacloban, Freedom delivered the five pallets of hygienic supplies and five pallets of medical supplies with her MH-60R helicopter and one from USS Cowpens (CG 63). Like other U.S. Navy ships supporting Operation Damayan, Freedom's helicopter is one of her most important HA/DR assets. Personnel from both nations unloaded Freedom's supplies on Tacloban's airfield, including much needed items such as hand sanitizer, baby wash, bandaids and disinfectant. As noted by Trinidad, the AFP will coordinate delivery of the supplies with OCD and DSWD. Freedom deployed to Southeast Asia with a Surface Warfare Mission Package to conduct maritime security operations with allies, partners and other 7th Fleet units, and as such, is not configured specifically for HA/DR missions. "That said, while HA/DR is not our primary mission, we were very happy to be able to help the people of Tacloban as we return from deployment, and it's an honor to be part of this mission," Fire Controlman 1st Class Sergio Pina explained. Loaded with the pallets in Singapore last week, Freedom joined the other U.S. Navy ships supporting Operation Damayan Nov. 23 after a brief port call in Brunei. The delivery in Tacloban occurred as Freedom was beginning her transit across the Pacific Ocean to return to her homeport in San Diego. Rear Adm. Cindy Thebaud, JTF 505's maritime liaison officer and commander of the U.S. Navy's Logistics Group Western Pacific, was the senior U.S. Navy official present during the delivery in Tacloban. "Freedom deployed to this region nearly nine months ago to work with partner navies in a challenging operational environment," said Thebaud. "Supporting Operation Damayan alongside our Philippine navy partners is a fitting way to wrap up her maiden overseas deployment. I'm very proud of Freedom's Sailors and glad to know these relief supplies will be so well used." USS Freedom's first rotational deployment to Southeast Asia began March 1, when the ship departed San Diego and commenced a Pacific Ocean transit that included port visits in Hawaii, Guam and Manila. Freedom used Singapore as a logistics and maintenance hub between April 18 and Nov. 16, during which she participated in the International Maritime Defence Exhibition, three phases of the bilateral naval exercise CARAT with Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, and the multinational exercise Southeast Asia Cooperation and Training. During port visits, Freedom hosted thousands visitors from throughout Southeast Asia. For more news from Pacific Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/cpf/.
The Zumwalt-class guided-missile destroyer DDG 1000 is floated out of dry dock at the General Dynamics Bath Iron Works shipyard. The ship, the first of three Zumwalt-class destroyers, will provide independent forward presence and deterrence, support special operations forces and operate as part of joint and combined expeditionary forces. The lead ship and class are named in honor of former Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo R. "Bud" Zumwalt Jr., who served as chief of naval operations from 1970-1974. (Photo courtesy of General Dynamics/Released)
Hagel Visits First Zumwalt-class Destroyer By Karen Parrish, American Forces Press Service
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said the notyet-launched Zumwalt-class destroyer he toured Nov. 21 "represents the cutting edge of our naval capabilities." The ship, now known as the PreCommissioning Unit, or PCU, Zumwalt, will become the USS Zumwalt, named for former Navy Adm. Elmo Zumwalt. Officials said the ship is about a year away from joining the fleet. Now littered with large protective crates storing systems not yet installed, the ship is being fitted with new automated systems. The Zumwalt, Navy officials explained, has highly accurate long-range weapons, an impressive power generation capability and a design emphasizing "stealthy" radar-defeating materials and shapes. The ship will be home ported in San Diego, Hagel noted, and it "represents an important shift ... in America's interests to the AsiaPacific," he told a mixed crowd of sailors, government civilians and General Dynamics employees assembled near where the ship is docked. Hagel thanked General Dynamics and its workforce at Bath Iron Works, which will produce all three of the Zumwalt-class ships planned for production. The secretary called the facility "a magnificent institution that's been part of the security of this country for 130 years." The secretary also spoke to a number of Sailors and defense civilians present, who are
working to get the ship ready for active duty. Hagel thanked them and their families for their service. Sharon E. Burke, assistant secretary of defense for operational energy plans and programs, accompanied Hagel's delegation on the ship tour. Later, she spoke to reporters while en route to Halifax, Nova Scotia, where Hagel landed later in the day for an international security forum that starts tomorrow. Burke said that the ship's power generation capacity - 78 megawatts, impressed her. One megawatt of power can power about 1,000 American homes. The massive amount of available power makes the ship expandable for future weapon systems such as rail guns, which "take a lot of pulse power," Burke noted. "Also, you're running a lot of very sophisticated systems on that ship," she said. "It gives them a lot of room to be able to run all those systems." The ship can generate 78 megawatts of power, and can channel it to propulsion, shipboard use and weapons systems. Officials said the guided missile destroyer is the first Navy ship to be fully electrical, and it was designed to use automated systems as much as possible to decrease the number of sailors needed as crew. For example, officials said, automatic systems route, store and load the 300 rounds of 24-pound ammunition each of the ship's two 155mm guns can fire. The guns have, in testing, successfully fired at a rate of 10 rounds a minute and with 20- to 40-inch accuracy at a range of more than 60 nautical miles, officials noted.
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Cutlass Express 2013 Concludes
Sailors perform line handling on the fantail aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) as the ship pulls out of Limassol after a scheduled port visit. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (Photo by MC3r Billy Ho)
USS Monterey Successfully Completes Port Visit in Cyprus By MC3 Billy Ho, USS Monterey Public Affairs
The guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) returned to her mission of supporting maritime security oper-
ations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations after completing a scheduled port visit in Limassol, Nov. 21. The first day in port, Monterey conducted a change of com-
mand ceremony where Capt. Rick Cheeseman relieved Capt. Thomas Kiss as the ship’s commanding officer. “Monterey had a very successful port visit in Limassol,” said Cheeseman. “An important aspect of deployed forces is the fact that liberty is a mission. Monterey's Sailors portrayed themselves as perfect ambassadors for the U.S.” Taking full advantage of the time in port, personnel improved the material condition of the ship by preserving and painting parts of the ship’s hull. Throughout the rest of the visit, Sailors engaged in community events and enjoyed some much deserved liberty. Over two dozen of Monterey’s Sailors volunteered their time participating in a community service (COMSERV) project at the Theotokos Foundation, a school for children with special needs. Sailors spent five hours cutting grass and cleaning up areas in and around the school. “Being able to give back to these communities is always a great feeling, especially when we are in a foreign port,” said Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Shane Tiffany, the COMSERVs coordinator and a participant. “Monterey Sailors had done a great job making the surrounding areas of the Theotokos Foundation looks more appealing than it had been.” While in port, the ship’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) provided the crew with many affordable tours to explore the cultures and scenery, to relax and recharge for the next underway period. “Crew morale goes hand in hand with this mission,” said Cheeseman. “Monterey Sailors are leaving this port refreshed and ready to meet any mission requirements put forth to them.” Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. For more news from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe
Armed Forces for the Defence of Mozambique boarding team members conduct a first aid scenario during Exercise Cutlass Express 2013. Cutlass Express is a multinational maritime exercise in the waters off East Africa to improve cooperation, tactical expertise and information sharing practices among East Africa maritime forces to increase maritime safety and security in the region. (Photo by Tech. Sgt. Chad Thompson) By MCSS Luis R. Chavez Jr., Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
Maritime forces from East Africa, the United States and European nations concluded exercise Cutlass Express 2013, Nov. 18. Cutlass Express is one of four African regional "Express" series exercises facilitated by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet. The objective of the exercise was to increase regional cooperation, Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA)/information sharing, and improve communications and interoperability among participating forces in order to counter piracy and maritime threats. "I am happy to report that this year's exercise was a success," said Capt. Guy D. Jackson, Cutlass Express 2013 Exercise Director, during the closing ceremony at the Seychelles Coast Guard Base in Victoria, Seychelles. The third-annual exercise was conducted across four different operational hubs in waters surrounding Seychelles, Tanzania, Kenya and Djibouti. The scenarios are designed to sharpen tactical expertise on a number of levels and included counter-piracy, counter-illicit trafficking and illegal fishing. Participating nations felt that the exercise was beneficial to improving skill sets that can be used in real-world operations. "Our nations have benefited greatly from this exercise and we have met the goals that we wanted to achieve," said Lt. Cmdr. Ahmed Djama, East African Standby Force (EASF) representative from Djibouti. "The skills we have revisited during this exercise will greatly prepare us for more real situations that we may face, and we will be successful in those situations." Jaskson imparted on exercise participants the need to keep learning and developing skill sets. "As we close the exercise, I want to leave you with a challenge," said Jackson. "Take back to your nations and commands what you have learned, discuss best practices, keep the doors of communication open to each other, and continue the partnerships you have built this week." Join the conversation on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ naveur_navaf and follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ USNavalForcesEuropeAfrica. For more news from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, visit http://www.naveurnavaf.navy.mil/index.html.
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classes to sit down with those petty officers who didn't advance," said Beldo. "Through career development boards we look at their test scores, evals and performance and help them develop a plan to keep moving forward. We want to make sure these Sailors understand there is still an opportunity to stay Navy and advance." For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnp/.
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earned this through hard work and dedication to the Navy, and it demonstrates your ability to step into greater positions of leadership." Commands may view results on the Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS) website and Sailors may view their profile sheets on Navy Knowledge Online (NKO). "After every exam we ask leadership, our Chief's Mess and our first
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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 081-568-4639 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. (On-Base Dial 9-1-1)
Newly promoted Sailors assigned to the Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 1 wait to receive their frocking letters during a ceremony in the hangar bay. (Photo by MC2 Kenneth Abbate)
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Naples area Sailors brought smiles to children’s faces Nov. 15, volunteering at the Laila Center. The Naples Area First Class Petty Officer Association (NAFCPOA) put together the community relations project. Association members and other volunteers participated in the event. The Laila Center is a foster care center in Castel Vulturno that specializes in helping impoverished immigrant children from Africa. Many of the Center’s kids are from broken homes and according to Laila’s program director, Gisele Luciano, they provide a safe haven for them to spend their days. Luciano’s father Angelo founded the Laila Center 30 years ago; he and his wife Marcel still work there and are involved with taking care of the Center’s 43 children. “It’s not work,” Gisele Luciano says of her job, “because we live like a big family.” “This is the first time I’ve ever done anything like
this with children. I’ve come to places like this to clean up or paint walls, but never actually interacted with the kids,” said Aerographer 2nd Class Jason Quinn, assigned to Commander Task Force 69. “These kids don’t get a lot of interaction, so it’s good to come down and lift their spirits and to give them someone to play with. Not to mention it gives everyone who works here a break.” Besides playing with the children, the 16 volunteers brought in food and supplies donated by the NAFCPOA and Naples Elementary School. “We really enjoyed it, but the part that really stood out was LS1 Eruotor playing the drums,” said Legalman 1st Class April Thruston, assigned to Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples. Logistics Specialist 1st Class Christopher Eruotor, assigned to NSA Naples, is from Nigeria and sang traditional Nigerian songs and drummed with the children. The NAFCPOA plans to visit the Laila Center again in a few months.
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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE … ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued 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 to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For more information, contact MA2 Aaron Kurschner at DSN 626-2871 or ABH2 Brent Paucke at DSN 626-5382. 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. 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 SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE takes place Saturdays at Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is: Sabbath School lessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service, 11 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Paolo Fleurant at 328-194-6897 or naplesadventistsgroup@yahoo.com. 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. 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. 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 usmra-si.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 081-5686670 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. 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. Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley. 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. 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 081-811-4676. 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.
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Friday, Nov. 29 Frozen, 3D, PG Premiere Showing Thor: The Dark World, PG-13, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, PG-13 About Time, R Premiere Showing
Saturday, Nov. 30 3 p.m. Frozen, PG 4 p.m. Ender’s Game, PG-13 Premiere Showing 6 p.m. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire PG-13 7 p.m. The Counselor, R
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Sunday, Dec. 1 Frozen, PG 3D The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, PG-13 Ender’s Game PG-13 About Time, R
Monday, Dec. 2 Closed, No Movies Tuesday, Dec. 3 Closed, No Movies
TOURS OPEN TO BOTH U.S. MILITARy AND NATO I.D. CARD HOLDERS USO DAILY TOURS
Wednesday, Dec. 4 4:30 p.m.Thor: The Dark World, PG-13, 6 p.m. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, PG-13 7 p.m. Carrie, R Thursday, Dec. 5 4:30 p.m.Free Birds, PG 6 p.m. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, PG-13 7 p.m. Escape Plan, R Friday, Dec. 6 4:30 p.m.Frozen, 3D 4 p.m. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, PG-13 6 p.m. Last Vegas, PG-13, Premiere Showing 7 p.m. The Fifth Estate, R
Movie Descriptions ROZEN, PG, Cast: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad, Santino Fontana. Animation, Family 108 min. Fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey-teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.
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NDER’S GAME, PG-13, Cast: Asa Butterfield, Hailee Steinfeld, Harrison Ford, Ben Kingsley. Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Adaptation, Action/Adventure, Action/ Adventure 114 min. In the near future, a hostile alien race called the Formics has attacked Earth. If not for the legendary heroics of International Fleet Commander Mazer Rackham, all would have been lost. In preparation for the next attack, the highly esteemed Colonel Hyrum Graff and the International Military are training only the best young minds to find the future Mazer. Ender Wiggin, a shy but strategically brilliant boy, is recruited to join the elite. Arriving at Battle School, Ender quickly and easily masters increasingly difficult challenges and simulations, distinguishing himself and winning respect amongst his peers. Ender is soon ordained by Graff as the military’s next great hope, resulting in his promotion to Command School. Once there, he’s trained by Mazer Rackham himself to lead his fellow soldiers into an epic battle that will determine the future of Earth and save the human race
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BOUT TIME, R, Cast: Rachel McAdams, Bill Nighy, Tom Hollander, Domhnall Gleeson, Margot Robbie. Comedy / Romance, 124 min. The night after another unsatisfactory New Year party, Tim’s father tells his son that the men in his family have always had the ability to travel through time. Tim can’t change history, but he can change what happens and has happened in his own life, so he decides to make his world a better place...by getting a girlfriend. Sadly, that turns out not to be as easy as you might think. Moving from the Cornwall coast to London to train as a lawyer, Tim finally meets the beautiful but insecure Mary. They fall in love, and then an unfortunate time-travel incident means he has never met her at all. So they meet for the first time again and again but finally, after a lot of cunning time-traveling, he wins her heart. Tim then uses his power to create the perfect romantic proposal, to save his wedding from the worst best-man speeches, to save his best friend from professional disaster and to get his pregnant wife to the hospital in time for the birth of their daughter, despite a nasty traffic jam outside Abbey Road. But as his unusual life progresses, Tim finds out that his unique gift can’t save him from the sorrows and
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Upcoming USO Tours Capodichino Office 081-568-5713 Support Site Office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it
Nov. 29Salerno Christmas Lights ...... €25 Nov. 30Bella Napoli Tour .................... €29 Dec. 1 A Day in Rome (Christmas Markets)............... €42 Dec. 6 Christmas Shopping in Sorrento ................................... €38 Dec. 7 Catacombs of ST. Gennaro ..... €40 Dec. 8 Wine Tasting and Tombola Night ......................... €44
WEEKEND TOURS Dec. 12-15 Christmas Markets in Northern Italy . .€345 Dec. 20-27 Med Christmas Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . .€717 Dec. 24-25 Christmas in Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€187 Jan. 18-19 Florence and Pisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€178
No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies
ups and downs that affect all families, everywhere. There are great limits to what time travel can achieve, and it can be dangerous too. AS VEGAS, PG-13, Cast: Morgan Freeman, Robert De Niro, Michael Douglas, Kevin Kline, Mary Steenburgen. Comedy 104 min. Billy, Paddy, Archie, and Sam have been best friends since childhood. So when Billy, the group's sworn bachelor, finally proposes to his thirty-something (of course) girlfriend, the four head to Las Vegas with a plan to stop acting their age and relive their glory days. However, upon arriving, the four quickly realize that the decades have transformed Sin City and tested their friendship in ways they never imagined. The Rat Pack may have once played the Sands and Cirque du Soleil may now rule the Strip, but it's these four who are taking over Vegas.
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HOR: THE DARK WORLD, PG-13, Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Stellan Skarsgard, Idris Elba. Action/Adventure, 112 min. The adventures of Thor, the Mighty Avenger, continue as he battles to save Earth and all the Nine Realms from a shadowy enemy that predates the universe itself. In the aftermath of Marvel's "Thor" and "Marvel's The Avengers," Thor fights to restore order across the cosmos, but an ancient race led by the vengeful Malekith returns to plunge the universe back into darkness. Faced with an enemy that even Odin and Asgard cannot withstand, Thor must embark on his most perilous and personal journey yet, one that will reunite him with Jane Foster and force him to sacrifice everything to save us all.
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REE BIRDS, PG, Cast: Owen Wilson, Woody Harrelson, Amy Poehler, Dan Fogler, Lesley Nicol. Animation, 85 min. In this hilarious, adventurous buddy comedy for audiences of all ages, directed by Jimmy Hayward, two turkeys from opposite sides of the tracks must put aside their differences and team up to travel back in time to change the course of history - and get turkey off the Thanksgiving menu for good.
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HE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE, PG-13, Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Elizabeth Banks, Woody Harrelson. Action/Adventure, 146 min. The film begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a "Victor's Tour" of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) - a competition that could change Panem forever.
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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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In the Spotlight
Members of Naples Overseas Support Club (NOSC) pose for a picture around merchandise at the SIM Italian Glove Factory on Nov. 14.
NOSC Members Visit Artisan Factory and Fall in Glove Naples Overseas Support Club
On November 14th, Naples Overseas Support Club (NOSC) members were treated to a first hand experience in how handcrafted gloves are created from start to finish as they visited the SIM Italian Glove Factory. Not far from the Support Site, this family-owned operation has been in business since 1927 making handcrafted gloves and accessory leather goods. Anna Taddeo, wife of one of the proprietors, greeted the group with a warm welcome and proceeded to highlight the entire process involved in creating the gloves. Members watched how the leather is dyed, dried, stretched, measured and cut, and finally stitched following traditions used by leatherworkers for years. “Some of the new manufacturers use chemicals to dye and treat their leather. The color often rubs off or transfers with wear,” said Taddeo. “Our traditional practices ensure that the color stays true indefinitely.” “We had a wonderful time touring the factory and I cannot wait to do it again,” said Danna Vanderpool, an NOSC member. “They have made gloves for the Carabanieri, Gucci, Prada, Armani and even the First Lady of the United States of America, Michelle Obama.” Others were happy to get a head start on their holiday shopping. Lauren Perry echoed this sentiment when she said, "Touring the Simeone leather factory as a NOSC member was an outstanding experience! The private tour and intimate shopping opportunity made for a great day out with the girls. I picked up a few items as fabulous Christmas gifts, but couldn't resist a pair of red leather and fur trimmed gloves for myself." NOSC provides local residents with a way to get involved, meet new people, and thrive in the Naples community by hosting social and personal development activities throughout the year. For more information on NOSC and any upcoming events, please visit www.noscitaly.com
HN HENDRIK LARA Hospitalman Hendrik Lara was born and raised in Menifee, Calif. He joined the Navy in 2012 after graduating from Paloma Valley High School. Upon completion of recruit training, he attended Hospital Corpsman A-School in San Antonio. His class was one of the first at the new Joint Services Medical Education and Training Campus. It was there that he selected orders to report to USNH Naples, Italy. He currently works in the Patient Administration Department as a medical records clerk and ambulatory patient visit clerk. During staffing shortfalls, he also worked closely with the culinary specialists in the hospital’s galley as chief of the line. Lara is an active member of the command’s color guard team and Junior Enlisted Association. When he is not at work he enjoys traveling around Europe and playing soccer. He was part of the local Italian league. When asked about his favorite pastime he replies: “I like to explore and embrace the European culture and all it has to offer!” His current goals are to promote to petty officer third class, continue off duty college education, and eventually be selected for the Medical Service Corps commissioning program.
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An explosive ordnance disposal technician from the German navy inspects a facility for explosives during Exercise Magre aboard Naval Station Rota, Spain.
eodmu 8 Conducts exercise maGre with allied Forces Story and Photos by MC2 (SW/AW) Travis Alston Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8, Det. Europe participated in trilateral field training Exercise Magre at Naval Station Rota, Spain, Nov. 18 - 22. U.S., Spanish and German forces participated in the exercise that focused on improvised explosive device (IED)- related training including, using X-ray diagnostics, robots and other critical skill sets in combat environments. “The focus of this mission is to basically learn from each other,” said Lt. Aaron Holdren, EODMU 8, det. Europe officer in charge. “As we grow in the joint combat environment, we find that we work together on a regular basis. This gives an understanding of how we all do our jobs and how we can do it better while working together.” For members like Senior Chief Petty Officer Dirk Assmann, German navy explosive ordnance disposal technician, each visit to Rota offers a chance to learn a new tactical procedure.
“It is necessary to do this type of training,” said Assmann. “If you’re training on your own, it is hard to improve from your mistakes. This way we can share and compare our knowledge and later incorporate it in standard operation procedures.” Assmann added that all units are very professional and knowledgeable concerning EOD tactics and procedures. “We are always accepted with opened arms,” said Assmann. "We’re used to training with Spanish forces throughout Europe and [the German navy has] a long relation with the U.S. It is always a pleasant experience with them.” The exercise concluded with a full mission profile; a final assessment
that incorporated and tested the skills that were drilled throughout Exercise Magre. “The great thing is we are all EOD techs, therefore we can learn from each other,” said Holdren. “We have a vast number of years of experience between us as well as field experience. There is always something to be learned, and we can hone our skills and work better together. At the end of the day, when we are called upon, we are ready to go and can work together in the same fashion with an understanding on how to do each of our jobs.” For more news from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/naveur/.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Nicholas Espino explains the basic operations of a robot used to safely disarm and dispose of explosives, to members of the Spanish and German navies during Exercise Magre aboard Naval Station Rota, Spain.
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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. However, some positions are exempt from the hiring freeze as per the Secretary of the Navy (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) guidance issued Jan. 28. Announcements for exempt positions will be advertised as normal on this page. HRO WEBSITES: http://cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about/Jobs.html 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 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 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.
U.S. POSITIONS NOTE: Effective May 1, CONUS hires currently residing in the Naples/Gaeta commuting areas must apply through USAJOBS in order to receive consideration. CLOSING DATE: Dec. 5 Contract Specialist (Multiple Positions), GS-1102-13, ANN#EUR14-711671-AV, Full Time Permanent Program Analyst, GS-034313, ANN#EUR14-587173-AV, Full Time Permanent Travel Technician, GS-030306 KPP 07 or GS-0303-07, ANN#EUR14-716920-EG, Full Time Permanent Accountant, GS-0510-11 KPP 12 or GS-0510-12, ANN# EUR14-717476-EG, Full Time Permanent Program Analyst, GS-034314, ANN#EUR14-721336-EG, Full Time Permanent Program Analyst, GS-034313, ANN#EUR14-717552-AV, Full Time Permanent
LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS CLOSING DATE: Dec. 5 Specialista Ingegnere (Meccanico), Q-0830-Q2 ANN# 33191-676414-AV, Full Time Permanent 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. Dec. 2.
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about/jobs. html. The necessary application forms are also available online. For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164. The applications may be emailed to CNREURAFSWA_ NRBO_N9_Personnel@eu.navy. mil.
NSA NAPLES U.S. POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#14-005, (Multiple Positions) regular full time(Eligible for Post Allowance) part time & flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Job Summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to eighteen years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from 6weeks to 5 years old. Assembles of gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from 6 years old to 9 years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, Teen Center Program for children ranging form 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/ from authorized parents, guidance. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/ Skills Center, Support Site Job Summary: Provides information concerning facility, operation and regulations.Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 (Theater Concessionaire) ANN# 13-015, flexible, Reel Time Theater II, Support Site .Job Summary: 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 Job Summary: Performs maintenance on various types of recreation and athletic equipment to ensure that all equipment is in good condition and safe for patron use. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 ANN#13-128, flexible part time, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job Summary: Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons. Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#13-126 flexible part time, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job Summary: 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 Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#14-015, regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) Child Development Centers, Capodichino. Job Summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to eighteen years in a Child and Youth Program setting. Closing date: 11/29/2013 AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Current CYP employees only.
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 DISTRICT GENERAL STAFFING Ann#130004F6 Motor Vehicle Operator (Courier) /GS/NA-05/RFT – Open Until Filled Pay: $10.94 Job Summary: Operates a motor vehicle (i.e. pick-up truck, sedan, carry-all) up to and including 10,000 pounds to transport mail, personnel, articles and materials throughout the geographical area and/or on public roads. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#130002F2 Customer Service Clerk/CS/NF-02/FlexOpen Until Filled Pay: $8.50$10 Job Summary: Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, etc.
Ann#1300023Z Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 Job Summary: Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas. Ann#13000240 Sales Clerk/ HL/NF-01/Flex - Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50 Job Summary: 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#1300023U Sales Clerk/ CL/NF-01/FPT - Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50 Job Summary: 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#13000241 Sales Clerk/ SL/NF-01/FPT - Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50 Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Mens, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments. Ann#130001L4 Store Worker/ W3/NA-02/Flex – Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $10.23 Job Summary: Performs various duties including loading/ unloading merchandise and cart retrieval in an Exchange store, storeroom and/or location. Ann#130001T2 Security Guard/52/NF-01/Flex - Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $9-$11.00 Job Summary: Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc. Ann#130003WN LP/ Safety Investigative Asst (Trainee) /52/NF-01/Flex–Open Until Filled Pay Rate: $9.50-$11.00 Job Summary: Responsible for the protection of Navy
Exchange assets through investigative strategies and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential. Ann#130004J5 LP/Safety Investigator (Detective)/52/NF02/RFT - Open Until Filled Pay Rate: $9.50-$11.50 Job Summary: 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. EARTH & VINE WINE SHOP Ann#120002QJ Sales Clerk/ PS/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50 Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#12000343 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex - Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50 Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#130001NR Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50 Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. ROME EMBASSY MINI MART Ann#1300024L Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50 Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.