58th year, No. 35
Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military community in italy
Friday, September 20, 2013
Pinning Ceremony Held for New CPOs
Gas Coupons for Fiscal Year 2014 Available Next Week By Bartolomeo Di Muccio, Tax-Free Products Administrator
Prospective chief petty officers sing "anchors aweigh" during the pinning ceremony held in Capodichino square, sept. 13. Before friends, family members and mentors pinned on the gold fouled anchors for the new chiefs, adm. Bruce Clingan, commander, U.s. naval Forces europeafrica and commander, allied Joint Force Command naples, highlighted the importance of the rank of chief petty officer in the U.s. navy. "this event is nothing short of a transformational moment for every one of the exceptional sailors standing proudly in front of you," said Clingan. "the chief petty officers here who have already donned dungarees and donned khakis know this transformation is more, much more than a uniform change. It is the moment when these sailors choose to pick up the unique mantle of leadership accorded a chief; to shoulder increased responsibility and authority and most importantly, to accept the solemn obligation to embody the confidence, employ the expertise and earn the trust that are the essence of the chief petty officer community." (Photo by MCSN Luis R. Chavez Jr.)
CFC-O Kicks Off in Naples the nsa naples Command Master Chief nancy Brewton, Commanding Officer Capt. scott Gray and executive Officer Cmdr. Jay driskell fill out Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas (CFC-O) Pledge Cards in the Capodichino square to kick off this year's fund drive. With more than 2,600 charities to choose from, contributors can find and support causes that have personal significance. Contributors also have the option to give to the overseas military community through the Family support and Youth Program (FsYP) fund. FsYP donations are returned to overseas military installations to support quality of life programs for uniformed service members, federal civilians and their families. Contributors may visit www.cfcoverseas.org to complete a paperless contribution via credit card, debit card or e-check. donations can also be made via payroll allotment, cash or check on a paper Pledge Card. Contact your command's CFC-O representative or the coordinator for naples, Italy, Chief Culinary specialist egbert sanpedro, at dsn: 626-5100 or 081-568-5100. (Photo by CS2 Christopher Lowery.)
FRIDAY High 77 / Low 66 Chance of Rain
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The new NATO Forces petroleum product (POL) coupons, valid from Oct. 1, 2013 through Sept. 30, 2014, will be on sale at Navy Exchange outlets beginning Friday, Sept. 27. The quantity purchased in advance will count against the October ration allowance and cannot be used until Oct. 1. The new liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) coupons will be available from Navy Exchange outlets and valid on Oct. 1. Current coupons will be accepted by AGIP/ENI dealers through Sunday, Sept. 30. Expired coupons may be returned to the Capodichino or Support Site Navy Exchanges for refund within 90 days of the expiration date. Customers are reminded that gas/diesel coupons are to be used only at AGIP/ENI gas stations. LPG coupons may be used at AGIPGAS/ENIGAS dealers listed at the Navy Exchange. All coupons must be completed with date, signature and plate number by the purchaser. POL product coupons must be used only for the product authorized and cannot be traded or exchanged for other products. In the event that AGIP/ENI dealers refuse to accept valid NATO Forces POL coupons, please contact the Tax-Free Products Office at DSN 6265439 or 081-568-5439 for reimbursement instructions. LPG allotments from April to September are 400L per month. Allotments from October to March are 800L per month. Customers must go through the Navy Exchange to order LPG, which is to be used only for heating according to the agreement with the Italian government. In certain circumstances, individuals are entitled to an extra 400L (i.e. extreme cold weather, leak or if work has been carried out that results in a loss of LPG). If there is an extra need, contact the Tax-Free Products Office to determine if you fit the criteria for extra eligibility. see Gas Coupons Page 5
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