March 14, 2013
Caution on iPhone App for Thrift Savings Plan TSP.gov has announced that a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) iPhone application offered by the Apple App store is not sanctioned by the TSP program and should not be used. This application could pose a security risk to your TSP account because it asks for account login information. Personnel are strongly advised to avoid installing this application on any of your personal or government mobile devices. For more information, visit www.tsp.gov/whatsnew/plan/planNews.shtml#iPhoneApp. Contact your command Information Technology office if you have further questions. Trash Buildup at Support Site There is a current buildup of trash at Support Site that was caused by the unexpected loss of trash collection service last week. Local officials are working to resume service as soon as possible. In the interim, Support Site residents are requested to neatly place trash items within the perimeter of the designated trash areas where dumpsters are full. Recyclables such as cardboard, paper, plastic, metal and glass must be discarded at the two main residential recycling points in North Park and South Park. Residents should also arrange for the free pick up of unwanted bulk items (e.g., couches, tables, mattresses, unwanted TVs, etc.) by calling the Housing Trouble Desk at DSN: 629-4285/6 or 081811-4285/6. Reminder: Gaeta Drinking Water Declared Non-Potable Drinking water at Gaeta Fleet Landing and Olde Mill Inn is now declared non-potable and not fit for consumption. All affected are advised to use bottled water for drinking, food preparation, cooking, brushing teeth, making ice, and feeding pets. For more information, see the complete notice posted at www.facebook.com/NSANaples and/or contact the U.S. Naval Hospital Preventive Medicine office at DSN: 629-6299 or 081811-6299. Reminder: Annual Utility/Recurring Maintenance Survey is Open The annual Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) Utility and Recurring Maintenance Survey for Italy is open during the month of March. Service members residing in private housing off base are eligible to take the online survey and will be asked to report average monthly costs for utilities and routine maintenance expenses incurred over the last 12 months. Find the survey at https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/marutil.cfm. Data provided will directly impact the Utility/Recurring Maintenance allowance paid to service members who regularly receive OHA in Italy.
Reminder: Scheduled Power Outages for Electrical Repairs and Maintenance A series of power outages is underway at Support Site. The outages allow workers to complete preventive maintenance on power substations, install energy-saving devices for exterior lighting and repair damaged underground cables. Some offices and stores will close during normal working hours in accordance with the following schedule: Date March 14
Duration of Outage 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
March 16 March 21
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
March 26
8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Support Site Location BEQ building; MWR Warehouse and Annex; AFN building; Security Training Center; Housing Maintenance Facility; Public Works building; MWR Hobby Shop; Housing Welcome Center; Strikers Bowling Center; and NEX Autoport. Housing Units 2001 through 2011 Housing Units 2101 through 2149, Village Forum (all), Vet Clinic, Thrift Shop, NEX Autoport. Base-wide Support Site facilities *Note: General housing, school and CDC facilities will be excluded, but Senior Officer Quarters will be included in this power outage.
March 15: New Capo Food Court Opening The new food court at Capo, Bella Napoli Food Court, is scheduled to hold a ribboncutting ceremony March 15 at 11:15 a.m. All community members are invited. The Navy band will perform as food vendors offer free samples from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. The food court will open for coffee and breakfast that morning starting at 6 a.m., and then close at 9 a.m. to prepare for the official opening. Lunch will be offered around 11:30 a.m., following the ribbon-cutting ceremony. March 17: The Rogues Performing in New Capo Food Court The Rogues, a band that plays a combination of Celtic, rock, folk, world and classical music, is set to perform March 17 in Capo’s new food court. The free show begins at 7 p.m. and is open to all community members. Free round-trip bus transportation will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis from Support Site to Capo. For the ride to Capo, community members should line up at the TLA bus stop prior to 6 p.m. The bus is scheduled to depart Capo one hour following the show. For more information, call Staci Dietrich at DSN: 626-4894 or 081-568-4894. March 19: Informational Meetings Begin for Sure Start Program Sure Start is a pre-kindergarten program for children of enlisted personnel. Starting March 19, a series of informational meetings for Sure Starts’ 2013/2014 school year will be held in the Sure Start Atrium at Naples Elementary School. The meetings will address the application process and eligibility requirements. Children who are age 4 by Sept. 1 may be eligible to register. The informational meetings are scheduled during the following dates and times: March 19 at 5 p.m.; March 26 at 3 p.m.; April 2 at 5 p.m.; April 16 at 3 p.m.; April 23 at 5 p.m.; and April 30 at 3 p.m. March 19/22/25: SAPR Focus Groups for E-5 and Below The NSA Naples Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) team is soon scheduled to facilitate one-hour focus group sessions for military members E-5 and below. Junior enlisted personnel are invited to participate and provide constructive input for improving the local SAPR program. To sign up for the sessions listed below, contact Chris Meza or Mark Malogrino at DSN: 629-6534/6545 or 081-811-6534/6545.
Date March 19 March 19 March 22 March 22 March 25 March 25
Group Invited E-4 / E-5 E-3 and below E-4 / E-5 E-3 and below USNH E-4 / E-5 USNH E-3 and below
Time 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location Support Site Barracks (recreation room) Support Site Barracks (recreation room) Capo Fellowship Hall Capo Fellowship Hall Support Site FFSC Classroom Support Site FFSC Classroom
March 20: Deadline to Sign Up for Club Beyond Spring Trip Club Beyond is scheduled to host Spring Break Adventure Camp in Brussels, Belgium, April 9-13. The trip is open to children (grades 7-8) of U.S. military, civilians, contractors and NATO ID cardholders. The cost of the camp is $350 per child in addition to airfare. The deadline for sign-ups is March 20. For more information, contact club director Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org, DSN: 629-4600, or 342-801-4208. Club Beyond is a command-sponsored, non-denominational program that organizes youth activities and trips for spiritual development and mentorship. March 20: Organizational Meeting for Armed Forces Olympics Representatives from commands that would like to participate in the Armed Forces Olympics in May should attend a mandatory organizational meeting in the Capo FitZone on March 20 at 3 p.m. The Armed Forces Olympics is scheduled for May 17 at Carney Park. In advance of this all-day event, additional organizational meetings will be held at 3 p.m. on April 17 and May 8. For more information, call DSN: 626-4894 or 081-5261579. March 20: Spouses Day Out On March 20, the USO is offering spouses a 10 percent discount card and roundtrip transportation to “La Reggia” Designer Outlet in Marcianise, the largest shopping outlet in Southern Italy. There is a €3 bus fee. Trip attendees should plan to depart Support Site by 9:45 a.m. and return no later than 2 p.m. For full details and to sign up, contact the USO at DSN: 629-4903 or 081-811-4903. March 21: Baby Basics Class A class on newborn care (bundling, diapering and bathing), feeding, baby health, and safety is scheduled to be held March 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. The class is open to U.S. military and NATO ID cardholders and will be held in the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) office located in room G-16 of the Admin II building at Capo. To register for the class and for more information, call NMCRS at DSN: 626-3913 or 081568-3913. March 21: Free Spring BBQ for Single Sailors Single and unaccompanied service members are invited to a free BBQ hosted by USO Naples, March 21. Traditional BBQ entrées, provided by the community, will be served starting at 5:30 p.m. The event will include giveaways for service members. For more information, contact the USO at DSN: 629-4903 or 081-811-4903. March 21: Navy College Office to Administer SAT The Navy College Office is scheduled to administer the SAT on March 21. The test will also be administered June 20. The ACT will be administered April 18 and May 23. The college office offers a version of the ACT that does not require an essay. Test scores are typically returned to Naples six to eight weeks after the test date. For more information,
call the college office at DSN: 626-6678/6681 or 081-568-6678/6681. You can also send an email to nco.naples@eu.navy.mil. March 23: Child and Youth Programs Fun Run at Carney Park Community members are invited to run a 2K or 5K at Carney Park on March 23. The Child and Youth Programs event will be held from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. MWR will provide participants t-shirts and accessories that glow in the dark. Those who complete the run will receive a medal and the top winners will receive awards. Registration is $5 for those under 18 and $10 for adults. Transportation is available for those who preregister by March 20. Others can register at Carney Park from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. on the day of the event. There will be a bonfire, chili and hot beverages following the run. For more information, call DSN: 629-4729 or 081-811-4729. March 23: Wine and Dine Event at Support Site The Navy Overseas Support Club (NOSC) is scheduled to host a “Wine and Dine� event March 23 from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in the Support Site community center. Community members ages 21 and older are welcome to a night of wine tasting, a three course dinner, music, and dancing. Prices vary for members, non-members, couples and singles. For more information, visit www.noscitaly.com. March 25: NSA Naples to Start Indoor Testing for Radon NSA Naples will begin a scheduled one-year study for radon gas indoors on March 25, as part of an ongoing Navywide program. Naples is the first Navy installation in Europe to conduct a comprehensive study on its current facilities. Other Navy bases are expected to complete radon testing in the future. Radon detectors, called alpha-track detectors, will be installed in Navy facilities at Capodichino, Support Site, Gaeta, Carney Park, and Navymanaged buildings at JFC (Lago Patria). The detectors will be placed in all basements and ground level spaces that are inhabited at least four hours daily. Navy facilities in Naples were last tested in 1991-1992; however, the base infrastructure has since changed necessitating completion of a new test. For U.S. Environmental Protection Agency information on radon, go to www.epa.gov/radon. If you have questions, call the Environmental Office at DSN: 626-6641/6644 or 081-568-6641/6644. The radon detectors are tentatively scheduled to be installed as listed: Tentative Dates March 30-31 Week of April 1 Week of April 8 Week of April 15 Week of April 22
Location School facilities All Housing and Hospital facilities Facilities at Capo, Support Site, Gaeta, SATCOM, Carney Park, and Nisida Any missed locations Any missed locations
March 25: Registration for School Year 2013/2014 Begins Parents of returning Naples Middle/High School students and incoming 7th graders can register their children for school year 2013/2014, starting March 25. Registration will be held March 25-April 5 in the school's media center conference room, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each week day. Parents who are planning a PCS move this summer should bring a completed Summer PCS Move Form and a copy of orders. For more information, contact the school registrar at DSN: 629-4536 or 081-811-4536. March 25-27: Expect Gate Entry Delays Due to Training Exercise NSA Naples is scheduled to participate in a regional anti-terrorism/force-protection training exercise, March 25-27. Training events are designed to have minimal impact on
community members; however, all should anticipate some traffic delays at Support Site and Capo entries. In addition, a security drill is scheduled from 8:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., March 26, at Support Site school facilities. Installation emergency responders will participate. For more information, contact Installation Training Officer Steve Ursell at DSN: 626-3948 or 081-568-3948. March 27: Intramural Sports Softball Coaches Meeting. A coaches meeting for Intramural Sports Softball will be held in the Capo FitZone conference room, at noon. The same meeting will be held in the Support Site Fitness Forum conference room at 4 p.m. Team rosters are due April 10, and the season is scheduled to begin April 25. Participants must play for their respective commands. For more information, call DSN: 629-6529 or 331-197-4137. March 29: CFC-O Coin Design Contest Deadline The 2013 Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas (CFC-O) annual coin design contest is underway and open to all Department of Defense employees and their family members. The contest judges will select a unique design for the 2013 CFC-O contributor coin that represents the theme "Serve to Honor Your Country / Give Because You Care." Interested designers can obtain detailed instructions and submission guidelines at cfcoverseas.org. Email the round 1 3/4" diameter design in .jpg or .pdf format to cfco@cfcoverseas.org by March 29. March 30: ‘Easter Eggstravaganza’ at Carney Park “Easter Eggstravaganza” is slated for March 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event, which includes a series of family-fun activities, will be held at Carney Park for all community members with park access. Guests (four per family max) will be allowed access only if sponsored by U.S. ID card holders and for a fee of €5 or $5 per guest. Transportation is available through ITT by calling DSN: 629-7906 or 081-811-7906. For more information or to volunteer and help facilitate the event, contact the Youth Center at DSN: 629-4722 or 081-811-4722. April 5: Submarine Birthday Ball Best Ball Golf Scramble Community members are invited to participate in the Submarine Birthday Ball Best Ball Golf Scramble at Carney Park, April 5 at noon. Sign-ins will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Gift certificates will be awarded for “Closest to the Pin,” “Longest Drive,” and “Longest Putt.” For more information, contact ET1 Helms at DSN: 626-4152 or 081568-4152. April 20: Spring Fling Festivities at Carney Park A series of community events and activities are scheduled to be held for this year's Spring Fling on April 20. The MWR Fitness Challenge winner will be awarded, WRA will sponsor a home-safety workshop, and the Youth Sports Spring League will conduct Opening Day. In addition, the day will feature a flea market. Community members can purchase a flea-market space and table for $10 by calling Carney Park at 081-526-1579. Scheduled Strikes in Italy March 22: Alitalia personnel are scheduled to strike from noon to 4 p.m. March 22: Local public transportation personnel are scheduled to strike for 24 hours, with rush hour exceptions determined locally. March 25: Trenitalia personnel are scheduled to strike from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
April 8: Local public transportation personnel are scheduled to strike for four hours. Specific times will be determined locally.
Announced Closures/Limited Services Date
Closed All Day / No Service
March 21
-Personal Property Office -Support Site Motor Vehicle Registration Office
March 26 March 28 (Teacher Training Day)
April 1 April 4
-Personal Property Office (late opening at 1 p.m.) -Support Site CMVRO (late opening at 1 p.m.) -Naples Elementary School -Naples Middle and High School -Commissary -Naples Elementary School (early release at 11 a.m.) -Naples Middle and High School (early release at 11 a.m.)
(Teacher Work Day)
April 5 (Teacher Work Day)
April 8-12 (Spring Break)
Early Closure / Limited Service
-Naples Elementary School -Naples Middle and High School -Naples Elementary School -Naples Middle and High School
Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) Schedule March 15: Retirement Planning w/TSP, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. March 19: Cultural Tips, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Capo FFSC. March 19: Intro to Basic Italian Language and Conversation, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Capo Fellowship Hall. March 19: Alateen Support Group (ages 12-18), 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. March 19: Al-Anon Support Group, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. March 22: Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (appointments only), Support Site FFSC. March 26: Cultural Tips, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Capo FFSC. March 26: Intro to Basic Italian Language and Conversation, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Capo Fellowship Hall. March 26: Alateen Support Group (ages 12-18), 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. March 26: Al-Anon Support Group, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. *To register for these listings or for more information, call DSN: 629-6372 or 081-8116372. USO Schedule Daily Tours March 16: Rome of the Caesars. March 17: Junior Cake Decorating Class. March 22: Sorrento by Night. March 24: Angel Caves of Pertosa. Weekend Tours April 11-14: Venice and Verona. April 18-21: Spring Getaway in Amsterdam. April 27-28: Weekend under the Tuscan Sun (Pisa and Lucca). May 24-27: Memorial Day Getaway to Pietrableu Resort. * For tour information, call the USO at DSN: 626-5713 or 629-4903 or visit uso.it. Additional MWR Updates Intramural Sports and Child and Youth Programs (CYP) Youth Sports need baseball and softball officials. No experience is necessary. Interested community members
must attend a clinic for the sport they wish to officiate. Sign up at the Fitness Forum, Youth Center or Capo FitZone. You can also call DSN: 629-6529/4729 or 081-8116529/4729 for more information. Clinics will be held in the Support Site Fitness Forum conference room on the following dates: March 23: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Intramural Softball March 24: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Youth Sports Baseball and Softball. Community teens are invited to hang out, dance and sing in the Strikers bowling center party room on Friday nights from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission to the party area is free. For more information, call DSN: 629-6976 or 081-811-6976. March 15: Child and Youth Programs (CYP) is offering an SAT Prep Workshop to Naples students. The workshop will include 18 hours of classroom instruction by a certified teacher, online practice exams, and an official SAT study guide. Interested community members should register by March 15 at the Support Site Teen Center. The workshop dates are the following: April 16, 18, 23, 25, and 30; and May 2. Workshop sessions will be held in the Naples High School library from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The cost per student is $75. For more details, call the Teen Center at DSN: 6294395 or 081-811-4395. March 20: The Auto/Wood Skills Center is offering a workshop to community members from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Attendees will learn how to keep their vehicles in good shape. Space is limited. For more information, call DSN: 629-4971 or 081568-4971. March 24: Navy Outdoor Recreation is scheduled to host a rafting trip to Tangaro River in Salerno. The trip costs €49 for adults and €39 for children under age 14. These prices include equipment, a guide and transportation. Those interested should register by March 19. For more information call 331-197-4108, 081-526-1579 or 081811-4947.
ITT Day Trips March 15: Splendors of Naples. March 16: Winetasting in Taurasi. March 17: Ercolano and Mt. Vesuvius. March 18: Shoe Alley. *For more information on day or extended trips with ITT, visit www.mwritt.org or call DSN: 626-4471 or 629-7906.