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STAYING SAFE Risk assessments, smart choices will promote an accident-free holiday weekend according to the commanding general SEE PAGE 2
MANAGING MANPOWER Army leaders consider strategies to reduce initial entry ‘personnel churn’ SEE PAGE 6
SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING If it looks suspicious or out-of-place, report it, advises force protection experts SEE PAGE 9
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with a hopeful vision of liberty and equality for all. This American holiday is always filled with memories of barbecues and firework displays in our backyards, small hometown squares, or stadiums filled with thousands of onlookers as we celebrate our freedoms and our way of life. The United States Army has played a critical role for over
Correcting the trespasser Chaplain (Capt.) Patrick K. Hester ALU Command Chaplain
“If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.” (Matthew 18:15) Every day countless scores of people cross forbidden boundaries and trespass onto restricted areas without being corrected. Fortunately, I am not speaking from a national security perspective. On the contrary, I am addressing the more personal and intimate aspects of trespasses: those on the personage, emotions and time of others. Moreover, I will
239 years in preserving and protecting these freedoms. As we reflect with pride on our heritage and accomplishments as a nation, we know the importance of preserving the well-being of our Soldiers and families. All leaders and supervisors need to take positive action to mitigate risks associated with our long weekends. Our goal is to have all of our Soldiers, civilians and family members enjoy a safe and accident-free holiday weekend. Commanders will ensure that safety briefings and risk management are addressed with every Soldier, at all levels, and the im-
address why it is important to establish and enforce boundaries with others. For this article, I have coined the term “trespass abuse.” That is when a person you are in relationship with (courtship, kinship, friendship or other) violates your personage, emotions and/or time. • Personage – your worth as a person and/or significance in the relationship. • Emotions – the “reasonable and realistic” things that need to be said and/ or done by the other person to affirm and maintain your sense of security and fulfillment in the relationship while you reciprocate the same. • Time – your ability to manage time and care for yourself without someone depriving you of a “reasonable and realistic” amount of personal time and space. In real estate, boundaries help to prevent people from trespassing on each other’s land. Coupled with boundaries are fences that help to keep out unwant-
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portance of assuming responsibility for their actions. Every leader must actively ensure accident prevention and personally promote and stress safe, responsible behavior. We are all individually accountable and collectively responsible for our actions. We represent America and the American people. We must act accordingly. Enjoy this holiday weekend. My family and I wish each and every one of you a safe and happy 4th of July! – Maj. Gen. Stephen R. Lyons, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general
ed intruders while safely keeping in our prized possessions. As such, it is just as important to establish clear relationship boundaries in all interpersonal relationships in order for the relationship to be both healthy and safe. In fact, good interpersonal boundaries help to filter out the wrong people from our lives while nurturing the relationships with the right people. What would you do if you arrived home from work and found your neighbor building an addition on the side of their house that extended onto your property? Even worse, as you get out of the car, the neighbor greets you with a smile and a quick, “Sorry for not asking. but I didn’t think you would mind.” Would their smile and sweet demeanor sway you from correcting them? Without pause, I am sure you the answer is no. Strangely however, countless scores of people struggle with correcting others for
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trespassing on their personage, emotions, and/or time, even when the violation is just as egregious as this disrespectful neighbor. Did you know, if you fail to correct this disrespectful neighbor for encroaching on your land that after a certain number of years, in most states, he could legally claim squatter’s rights to your property? As a chaplain, I counsel scores of people who are caught in a vicious cycle of trespass abuse. For example: the person whose spouse refuses to stick to the budget or help do anything around the house; the person who gets a call from family or friends every month asking for money they either do not have and/or should not give; the person who is cheated on and/ or abused by a partner who promises to change but never does. And the list goes on. SEE CHAPLAIN, PAGE 17
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Two hundred and thirty-nine years ago, the Declaration of Independence was created and it boldly asserted “That all men are created equal, are endowed by their creator with unalienable rights, which among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” The hope of our founding fathers in adopting this declaration was to create a nation
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Kellie Estes from the Prince George Fire and Ambulance service practices the insertion of a breathing tube on a preadolescent training dummy Friday while Kevin Michalek, a division chief for the Petersburg Fire Department, observes. See Pages 12-13 for story and photos.
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Pfc. D’mitri Hubbard, Alphaa Company, 16th Ordnance Battalion, works on an engine in one of the bays at Stever Hall June 25. Hubbard, a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Course student, is in the sixth week of the 12-week program. The course also is taught at the Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic School at Fort Jackson, S.C., which will close its doors later this year and consolidate its operations here. Fort Lee is expected to gain roughly 1,900 students as a result of the closing.
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The Ordnance School’s Wheel Maintenance Training Department is scheduled to accommodate a projected 1,900 additional Soldiers annually when the Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic School at Fort Jackson, S.C., closes its doors Sept. 30. The WVMS currently provides the same 12-week, 1-day 91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Course taught here to 4,000 students annually. The Fort Jackson school is still in operation but has gradually drawn down operations since last year. “The last class is scheduled for July 6,” said Dr. Richard B. Armstrong, deputy to the commander of the Ord. School. “We’ll start picking up full classes from the school at approximately the same time.” A one-time savings of about $3 million will result from the relocation as well as about $500,000 in annual operating costs, said Armstrong. Additionally, excess equipment will be reallocated to the field, potentially saving millions. On the cadre side of the house, the WMTD will absorb 72 military and 41 civilian employee authorizations from Fort Jackson. Twentytwo of the 34 actual WVMS civilian employees have officially decided to make the move, and 14 employees have already relocated to Fort Lee. The remaining employees were scheduled to arrive at the end of June. The numbers have surpassed expectations, said Robert Garrison, director, WMTD. “We figured we would have around 33 percent of the civilian employees who would relocate,” he said, “but actually it has been pretty good because up until today it’s been about 65 percent.” With the relocations of civilian staff to Fort Lee, WMTD beefs up its roster of trainers with nine master instructors, said Garrison. Master instructor is the highest trainer designation awarded by the Ordnance School. The remaining trainers carry the senior instructor title, the second highest instructor
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tiring 91B NCOs, which would have gotten us up to speed in a few years, but being able to relocate those who have been doing it for a long time and doing it so well is advantageous for the Ordnance
School,” said Armstrong. “It’s a win-win situation for the organization and the employees.” The WMTD has undertaken a number of training and administrative actions in preparation of
the student increase. It also has acquired additional space outside of its Stever Hall training facilities, said Garrison. “Within the Ordnance School, we’ve come up with some really good efficiencies by consolidating some training and freeing up Dickson Hall, where we will accommodate the additional students,” said Garrison. In addition to the student load, WMTD also will absorb tons of additional training equipment from Fort Jackson to include vehicles and training aids. Some of the equipment has already arrived and four more shipments are expected, said Garrison. With the consolidation, all active Army 91B advanced individual training will now take place at Fort Lee.
VWHS E\ VWHS Pvt. Rebecca Acevedo, Alpha Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, makes her way down a stretch of concrete road located at Fort Lee’s range training complex recently. She and the her fellow advanced individual training warriors were participating in the three-day end-of-course Quartermaster Situational Training Exercise (Enhanced) that tests not only their tactical capabilities but there technical know-how as well.
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Lee ACS earns top accreditation score Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor
The Army Community Service program here was recently recognized with a perfect accreditation score after an early June inspection. Every ACS undergoes a standardized accreditation evaluation every three years, where a team comes through and inspects each center. In between inspections, the staff at ACS conducted internal assessments to check their progress on meeting the standards, said Stephanie Parker, ACS director. “Those internal reviews are when a director addresses any deficits or shores up the support to an under-performing program,” she said. “We can also call the assessment teams to do site visits – outside of the tri-annual accreditation – to make sure our services are in line with what IMCOM and the Department of the Army says we should be doing.” During the previous accreditation assessment, ACS was missing a staff member certification requirement, which prevented the team from earning an accreditation at the site visit. “It’s not a ‘gotcha’ type of process,” said Parker. “They allow you to have a corrective action time, and we were given time to meet the standard. “This year was significant because we hit the mark on everything – nothing was left unturned,” she continued. “There were no corrective actions that needed to be done. We were right on the spot and that hadn’t been achieved in nine years.” Aside from ACS, there are other organizations within Kenner Army Health Clinic – family advocacy and the Exceptional Family Member Program – that had a part in the accreditation process. Parker said prior to her arrival on Fort Lee in 2010, the family advocacy medical component at Kenner had difficulty passing its standards, which prevented the full accreditation. “This year, it was noted we received full accreditation by the inspection team,” said Parker. “Every standard was achieved and maxed out.” The ACS here has achieved the best rating so far this year, according to Parker. “That comes from staff talent and their education,” she said. “They also understood
their requirements for the process. Even though the requirements were revised in January of this year, the team met all the standards.” Other organizations across the Army are recognizing the talented staff, said Parker. Patricia Harper – the ACS Family Advocacy Program manager – has been noted as a subject matter expert for her field and regularly receives communications from other installations regarding the accreditation process. Nancy Burns – who coordinates the Army Family Action Plan for Fort Lee and conducts Army Family Team Building – was recognized for how well she handles her program. “I am ecstatic about the results,” said Parker. “I’m just so pleased with the staff because they took the lead in meeting the new and revised standards. It’s also a challenging time for ACS because we have a lot of new taskers and initiatives from Army, but they aren’t providing resources through manpower and funding. “For example, we recently lost funding for our relocation assistance program, which provides the lending closet, relocation counseling, and education and tools for relocation,” she continued. “But I still have standards. So, IMCOM and the Department of the Army say I have to meet the standards, but ‘oh by the way, you don’t have any money to meet them.’ So we have to figure it out. To have the program inspection and have them recognize how exceptional of a job we did, I am just beside myself. That means my staff and I are taking a huge burden to make sure service members and their families have their needs met.” These changes in funding and losing resources have taken a toll on her staff as well, said Parker. “I have program managers who are stressed out because they are asked to do extra duties, and they aren’t getting compensated,” she said. “As a director and supervisor, I look for ways to energize them and give them incentives. I try to reward the individuals who go above and beyond and those efforts pay off.” Parker said she knew before the team even came that her ACS would do great. “I absolutely knew we were going to do well; it wasn’t an option not to do well,” she said.
Fourth at the Fort Fort Lee will host a July 4 celebration at Williams Stadium, 5-10 p.m. The event will feature music from a Richmond-based country and bluegrass band, a performance from the 392nd Army Band and a kidzone play area. The event will conclude with a fireworks display at approximately 9:35 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Personal pyrotechnics, tailgating, glass bottles, smoking and pets are not permitted. Food and beverage vendors will be on site. A Avenue and Sisisky Boulevard gates will be open noon - midnight. To access post, a valid state- or government-issued identification card with photo is required for anyone 18 years of age or older. Motorists are asked to watch for pedestrians while entering, exiting or looking for parking near the event site. Motorists also should follow the directional signs to designated parking. Event updates – i.e. postponements or cancellations due to inclement weather – will be posted at www.facebook.com/FortLeeFMWR.
Kenner Holiday Closures Kenner Army Health Clinic, Troop Medical Clinic 1 and Mosier Troop Medical Clinic will be closed on July 3 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The clinics will resume normal operating hours and services July 6. To speak with a KAHC medical provider when Kenner is closed, contact the administrative officer of the day at (804) 734-9000. This must be done before seeking treatment at an urgent care center. For urgent care while traveling, call TRICARE North Region at (877) 874-2273 to locate a local urgent care center, then contact the KAHC primary care manager at (804) 734-9000 for a referral. For an emergency, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.
QM Museum Uniform Exhibit Opening A new exhibit “Parade to Battle: The Evolution of Army Uniforms” will open during a ceremony July 8, 2 p.m., at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum. The permanent exhibit will showcase the evolution of Army outerwear from past to present. Many uniforms and items have never been displayed at the museum. For details, call (804) 734-4203.
LastPass (AAFES.com) Users Urged to Change Passwords Community members are urged to change passwords for their shopmyexchange. com and MyECP.com accounts. LastPass has disclosed a data breach in which email addresses, password reminders and encrypted password hashes (digital fingerprint) were accessed. The Internet company reports no evidence of encrypted data taken or any LastPass user accounts have been accessed. For details, visit https://blog.lastpass.com/2015/06/lastpass-security-notice.html/.
Physician’s Assistant Briefing Six briefs providing information on the qualifications and application procedures for becoming a physician’s assistant and other medical positions will be held July 13-14, 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., at Fort Lee Education Center, building 12400, 700 Quarters Road. For details, call (502) 626-0386 or email ramon.s.bradshaw.mil@mail.mil.
CIF to Close for Inventory The Central Issue Facility and Supply Support Activity will be closed to conduct 100-percent inventory July 20-24. Customers are requested to complete all transactions prior to the closure. Normal operations will resume July 27. Emergencies will be handled on a case-by-case basis by contacting Cedric Capers at (804) 734-3575 at CIF or Roger Martin at 734-4481 at SSA.
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To become a ‘force of the future,’ Army must fix personnel churn C. Todd Lopez Army News Service
WASHINGTON – To become a “force of the future,” the Army must slow down the movement of officers and other personnel into and out of important jobs. Speaking June 24 at an Association of the United States Army Institute of Land Warfare event near the Pentagon, Undersecretary of the Army Brad R. Carson, who also serves as the acting undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness, discussed challenges and concerns he has in developing a “force of the future,” or “21st century defense department,” as it specifically relates to personnel management.
“It is my firm belief the current personnel system, which has satisfactorily served us well for 75 years now, has become outdated,” Carson said. “What once worked for us has now, in the 21st century, become unnecessarily inflexible, inefficient and irreparable.” Carson said he’s been given an Aug. 19 deadline to deliver to the defense secretary a plan of action to reform the personnel system – a plan that has been coordinated with all the military services. “I have promised him revolutionary change,” Carson said, adding that he is working with 100 military, government and civilian academic personnel to develop his plan. Carson outlined several person-
Learn Fort Lee’s cooling policy Summer is the hottest of the four temperate seasons experienced here in Central Virginia. Fort Lee’s average temperature last year during the months of June through the end of August was 75.1 degrees Fahrenheit. The low occurred in June at 52 degrees Fahrenheit and the high was 97 degrees in July. This year, the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting the summer months – which runs through Sept. 23 – to have the average daily temperature between 61 degrees Fahrenheit and 98 degrees. Fort Lee must follow the mandated mechanical cooling levels of 78 degrees Fahrenheit as required by a Department of the Army memorandum. It also encour-
ages the community to reduce the use of air conditioning systems and maximizing the use of fans. The 78 degrees set-point was mandated as an energy conservation measure. For each degree change in temperature set-points, Fort Lee’s utility bill changes by 2-3 percent. This equates to an annual cost savings of approximately $330,000 (which could be used to reduce the backlog of maintenance and repair). During the summer months, the use of desk-side fans are encouraged as long as the electrical circuit utilized has adequate capacity. Other measures to reduce space temperatures in the cooling season include, closing window blinds, reduce lighting, close doors to unconditioned spaces, turn off computer monitors when not in use and unplug other electrical
nel challenges faced by the Army and also other military services that he posed in the form of questions. “Should (we) accept the churn through jobs that is characteristic of the current personnel system and the requirements that it sets,” Carson asked. Churn among high-ranking officers refers to the length of time those officers stay in their positions before moving on to a new job. Fortune 500 CEOs, Carson said, typically stay in their position for maybe seven years. The Army’s chief of staff holds his position for four years or less. The chief human resources SEE FUTURE, PAGE 17
equipment when not in use. Fort Lee civilian personnel are also advised to wear loosefitting clothing. All Fort Lee personnel are reminded to hydrate frequently. The post-wide Energy Management Control System, which remotely controls the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, currently can monitor 82 percent of the total square footage of buildings on Fort Lee. From the Building Operations Center, the Directorate of Public Works DPW Energy and Utilities Branch can monitor conditions in all buildings on the system. DPW can control systems, troubleshoot them and make adjustments as required for the building heating and cooling systems. If anyone is experiencing excessively warm spaces and believes the air conditioning systems may not be functioning properly, report the problem to the Service Order Desk at (804) 451-1914. – Directorate of Public Works
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Undersecretary of the Army Brad R. Carson discusses the challenges and concerns he has in developing a “force of the future,” or “21st century defense department,” at the Association of the United States Army Institute of Land Warfare event near the Pentagon June 24. Carson, who also serves as the acting undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness, spoke about the challenges as they specifically relate to personnel management.
AAFES supports spouses with employment opportunities DALLAS – According to a recent Defense Manpower Data Center survey, military spouses who moved in the past 12 months have an unemployment rate of 20 percent, twice as high as those who haven’t moved. Things are more challenging for transient military spouses with children, who deal with an unemployment rate of 30 percent. With nearly 17 percent of approximately 35,000 Exchange associates identifying themselves as military spouses, the Exchange has long been committed to offering employment opportunities to service members’ better halves. “The Exchange and military spouses are just a good fit,” said Exchanges Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Leigh Roop. “Their values of loyalty, professionalism and commitment are exactly what we look for when hiring. We know it’s difficult to start over with each transfer, which is why we offer special programs with spouses in mind.”
The Exchange’s spouse continuity and preference programs allow wives, husbands and domestic partners to build a career alongside their Soldier or Airman with each relocation. In 2014, more than 850 military spouses were promoted at the Exchange. The Exchange’s commitment to spouse employment has been recognized by a variety of organizations including Military Spouse Magazine’s “Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employers,” G.I. Jobs magazine’s “Top 100 Military Friendly Employers” and CivilianJobs.com’s “Most Valuable Employers for the Military.” Complete details on how to apply for a career with the Exchange, along with a listing of current available opportunities, are available at applymyexchange.com. Questions concerning the military spouse or other hiring programs can be directed to the Exchange’s Human Resources Support Center at HRSC@aafes.com. – AAFES
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Hometown: Georgetown, S.C. Title: Army Emergency Relief specialist How long at ACS? “12 years at Fort Lee. I also worked at the ACS in Kaiserslautern, Germany, for about 5 years.� How did you end up at Fort Lee? “I was active duty military, and I was stationed on Fort Lee. I met my husband here. My husband is from Williamsburg, and we decided to retire here because of the close proximity to our families.� Military experience at Fort Lee: “My branch was the Transportation Corps. After I completed my basic course, I was assigned to Fort Lee at the 57th Transportation Company as a second lieutenant. I went to jump school at Fort Benning, Ga., and then I came back to Fort Lee for my assignment. I was really familiar with the area.� How did you get started with ACS? “I also knew about ACS, even when I was on active duty. I was a platoon leader and I had Soldiers who needed counseling and some who had financial issues. I remember – early on – we had someone from ACS come to the unit to brief us and tell us about the services and programs that were available. I have a background in social work and sociology, so it kind of fit with the needs of the Soldiers.� Hobbies: “I like to garden. I like to ride bikes. I do some jogging.� Stuff you can’t live without: “Cakes. Ice cream. Coffee.� Dream vacation: “My son loved Hawaii, so that is my dream vacation.� Pet peeves: “I like people who tell me the truth the first time. I like people to be upfront with me. I like to think that everyone will treat you the way you will treat them.� Favorite quote: “My favorite quote would have to be one of the things my mother always said to me growing up. What she said is ‘respect is earned.’� Favorite book: “My favorite book is ‘I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,’ and my favorite author is Maya Angelou. That book was one of the first ones I read. I really enjoyed it not because I had to, but because I knew about the author.� Worst fear: “My children getting hurt.� Talents: “I can sing.�
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Someone you admire: “My husband. Whenever there is something going on with me, my husband is the first person I call. When I’m not feeling good, my husband is the first person I call or text. He always seems to make sense out of everything and always gives me a different perspective. Sometimes, when you aren’t feeling good, you need a person to not only be loving and kind, but also to give you a different perspective.� Qualities you admire: “Be a good person. Be a good citizen. Agree to disagree. Have your opinion, but be able to justify why you have the opinion. Stand for things you think are the right thing to do. Help someone you know in need. Always have a kind word for someone because you don’t know how tough their day has been or will be. If you know of a service or someone who can help someone in need, willingly share that information. Do your very best to pay it forward.� What do you expect from your leaders? “I expect my leaders will lead by example. I expect my leaders will treat those they lead with respect and indifference. I don’t mean they have to treat each employee the same way they treat each other, however, they need to treat them fairly.� Something people would be surprised to know about you: “ I have a dog, and I love dogs. Every time I say I have a dog and her name is Sadie, people seem surprised. I guess I don’t seem like a dog person.� Future aspirations: “I want to get my son through college. I want to travel. At some point, I want to work at the Department of the Army level. I have about eight years until I retire, and hopefully that’s where I’ll be for the last few years.�
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American Legion Post 284 in Colonial Heights sponsored 23 young men from seven area high schools as delegates to attend this year’s American Legion Boys State held at Radford University June 21-27. Some of the boys have parents at Fort Lee. Pictured with the Boys State delegates are Virginia Delegate Kirk Cox (right, wearing a suit); American Legion Post 284 Commander Bob Shumar (far right, with hat); and District 11 Commander Terry Brentlinger (far left). The 2015 delegates are: from Colonial Heights HS: Jackson Cox, James Gabbert, James Garcia, Sam Martino, Thomas Metcalf, Jacob Murdock, Michael Ritenour, Christopher Rowe and Savion Singh. From Matoaca HS: Savion Barber, Nicholas Carmichael, Justin Dyke, Tucker McKay and Samuel McPeak. From Meadowbrook HS: Jonathan Baracat, Gasthon Amador, Deonte Hughe and James Roland. From Monacan HS: Adam Conway. From New Kent HS: Mark Springman. From Cosby HS: Landon Mason. From Thomas Dale HS: Luis Rodriguez and Tyler Williams.
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Soldiers from Papa Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion pose for a photo prior to participating in the June 20 Tri-City Road Runner’s Club 3.5-Mile Twilight Run at Richard Bland College, Petersburg. The run started at the unusual time of 7 p.m.; quite different from the usual early morning physical training session. The Papa Pirates swept 1st-3rd place in the category for advanced individual training females and assisted the TRR in supporting the race.
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“Recent threats – revealed by intelligence and law enforcement sources – indicate violent extremists directed or inspired by the Islamic States of Iraq and the Levant, a.k.a. ISIL, view U.S. military members and law enforcement officers as legitimate targets for attacks.” This is the opening paragraph of a security advisory issued by the Pentagon Force Protection Agency late last year, but the information still applies. The document encourages government workers to be on the lookout for suspicious behavior and cautions them to avoid situations that would make them an easy target. The Fort Lee Protection Branch (Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security) issued a similar warning, noting this is a threat that requires serious attention and vigilance by everyone connected to the military community. Alluding to the well-publicized attacks in Canada and reports of threatening posts on Soldiers’ and family members’ social media pages, DPTMS officials said “it’s clear that ISIL is winning support from individuals within our own communities.” While this situation adds another dimension to the types of terrorist threats that military communities face, the response from a force protection standpoint remains the same, the DPTMS experts also noted. Soldiers, civilians and family members need to remain aware of their surroundings, immediately
report any suspicious activity to law enforcement, and take proactive individual steps to reduce or eliminate vulnerabilities. The Pentagon security advisory lists public gatherings, government buildings or activities, mass transit nodes and religious facilities as the preferred targets for ISILlinked terrorist plots. Attacks would most likely involve edged weapons, small arms or improvised explosive devices, and could be carried out with little-or-no advanced warning. “We disseminated (the) advisory not because of a specific threat, but as a reminder for (government) employees to be vigilant at home, at work, during travel and in their communities, by using individual protective measures,” said Christopher Layman, a force
protection agency spokesman, in an article published by Military Times. Simple steps like concealing Defense Department, military or law enforcement badges, vehicle decals and other forms of military identification while in public are the best way to avoid being targeted, Layman noted. Taking different routes to work and being on guard during public events with large crowds also is important. The Force Protection Agency advises against posting anything on social media that criticizes or presents an opposing view of terrorist groups or organizations. Other recommended safeguards for online forums include limiting the amount of shared personal information, increasing security settings regularly (Note that Facebook usually reverts
back to default settings after every site software update), avoiding posts that affiliate the user with the military or law enforcement, and not sharing family information during live chats or through email with strangers. “Don’t forget to share these tips with your family, friends and neighbors,” a DPTMS official said. “Youths, in particular, don’t have a good feel for what should and shouldn’t be posted online. That’s why it’s important to regularly monitor their social media activity to make sure it’s not divulging anything that would put them or other members of your family in danger.” Military community members should trust their instincts when looking for potential signs of surveillance and/or targeting, the antiterrorism experts advised. Suspicious behavior like a stranger loitering too long in one spot, asking excessive questions, or showing too much interest in an individual’s job or a facility’s security procedures, covertly following someone, or overtly watching/photographing a particular building or crowded venue should be immediately reported. Someone loitering outside a family residence is another red flag that should be reported. “Most of us know what right looks like in familiar community settings and our own neighborhoods,” the DPTMS official said. “If an individual or object (i.e. a suspicious package) looks out of place, report it. Those of us in the antiterrorism awareness business can’t emphasize that enough … we all need to say something if we see something that just doesn’t look right – whether on Fort Lee or at home.” To report suspicious or illegal activities on post, call the military police desk at (804) 734-7400. Off-post, contact the local law enforcement agency or dial 9-1-1 for emergencies.
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This installment of the Historic Photo of the Month looks back to the first week of July in 1941. The installation’s preparations for war were described in several historic articles. “The process of rebuilding Camp Lee to its complete strength following activation last week of more than 14,000 men to their permanent Army bases is proceeding at full swing today.” This is the opening paragraph under a headline “New Recruits Swell Ranks of Camp Lee” from a front page article in the first issue of the Camp Lee Traveller, July 2, 1941. “A steady influx of selectees from Army cantonments in the eastern and middlewestern states will reach a peak July 4 with the arrival of three trainloads of recruits from the Quartermaster
and Medical Replacement Centers,” the article read. “With bands from the two big centers of the Camp playing a departing salute for the men, the last units to be activated entrained Saturday. Trained in technical fields of service, polished to military finesse by their drill sergeants, the men bade good-bye to Camp Lee after a 13-week introduction to the U. S. Army. 10,000 Here Now “As they go, replacements begin filling the gaps in the now-depleted personnel ranks of Camp Lee. An estimated 10,000 Soldiers are now stationed here. By the middle of July, the post will have nearly its full complement of about 22,000 men. “Early word on the arrival of recruits reveal they are coming generally from the Fifth and Third Corps areas. This includes such cantonments as Forts Sheridan and
Grant, Ill.; Fort Harrison, Ind., Fort Thomas, Ky., Fort Custer, Mich., and Fort Hayes, Ohio, in the Fifth Corps, and Fort Bragg, N.C., in the Third Corps area. An additional shipment of 299 men also is expected around July from Fort Devens, Mass. “On July 4 alone, 1,500 recruits are scheduled to arrive at the Quartermaster and Medical Centers. Reception Center Busy “Supplementing the largescale shifts of personnel at the two replacement centers here, the Recruit Reception Center continues to receive an average of 28 Soldiers a day from the Third Corps Area, “On completion of the regular activation schedule Saturday, the Quartermaster Replacement Center had shipped out approximately 9,000 men while the Medical section had moved 5,300,” the article concluded.
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A review of a battalion of troops is conducted at Camp Lee in October 1941. War preparations were being accelerated and there were five regiments on the post by this time at the Quartermaster ReplacementTraining Center. This photo is part of the archives at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum.
Under a headline “Camp Lee Prepares for Fourth of July,” another major front t page article reported on plans for the July 4 holiday by the Soldiers and Camp Lee. “Thousands to Leave for Homes on Passes as Official Holiday Is Ordered” was the sub-headline in the Camp Lee Traveller. “Anticipating an official holiday for the weekend, Soldiers at Camp Lee prepared today to observe the
165th anniversary ofAmerica’s Declaration of Independence,” the article read. “Several thousand men will be given passes to visit their homes from Thursday at retreat until reveille Monday; long lists of activities are planned for those remaining at Camp; and nearby communities are opening their facilities to entertain visiting Soldiers.” The Traveller is
celebrating 75 years of serving military members and their families at Fort Lee and Camp Lee with a strong journalism tradition. To mark this significant event, a special insert is planned for the July 16 edition of the newspaper. The Traveller welcomes comments from readers about this series. Comments can be posted on www.facebook.com/ ftleetraveller.
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Lee Playhouse announces its 2015-2016 season The Theater Company at Fort Lee has scheduled four Main Stage productions and two KidKapers shows for the 2015-16 season. The opener will be “9 to 5” with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and the original story by Patricia Resnick. Based on the 1980 film, this Tony Award-nominated musical follows the misadventures of three women – an overworked office manager, a jilted wife, and an objectified secretary – as they conspire to depose their smarmy boss and begin making womenfriendly changes in the workplace. This show features a toe-tapping score composed by Parton. Performance dates are Sept. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 8 p.m. and Sept. 6, 13 and 20 at 3 p.m. The second Main Stage production is “Hello Dolly,” with music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, and the original story by Michael Stewart. This classic Broadway show takes theater-goers on a whirlwind race around New York at the turn of the 20th century, as America’s most beloved matchmaker orchestrates her own love life while arranging romance for her customers. The classic score is full of memorable songs, including “Put on Your Sunday Clothes,” “Ribbons Down My Back,” “Before the Parade Passes By” and “It Only Takes a Moment.” Performance dates are Nov. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. and Nov. 8, 15 and 22 at 3 p.m. The February 2016 offering is “Biloxi Blues” by Neil Simon. In this sequel to Simon’s play, young New Yorker Eugene Jerome enlists in the Army during the last year of World War II. Eugene is sent to basic train-
ing at Biloxi, Miss., where he must live with a variety of Soldiers from all walks of life while also enduring the whims of a hard-drinking drill sergeant. Performance dates are Feb. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 7, 14 and 21 at 3 p.m. The final Main Stage production is “Once Upon A Mattress,” with music by Mary Rodgers; original story by Jay Thompson, Marshal Barer and Dean Fuller; and lyrics by Marshal Barer. Based on “The Princess and the Pea,” this fun musical spins the story of an overbearing queen who is searching the kingdom to find a suitable wife for her son, the young prince. Will the royal court ever find a princess good enough for her boy? Performance dates are May 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. and May 8, 15 and 22 at 3 p.m. Season tickets are available for all four Main Stage productions. The cost is $44; individual show tickets are $13. For further information, call the box office at (804) 734-6629. The KidKapers season will open with “Legally Blond, Jr!” Performances are Oct. 2 and 9 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 3, 4, 10 and 11 at 2 p.m. The second KidKapers show is “The Jungle Book.” Performances are March 18 and 25 at 7 p.m., and March 19, 20, 26 and 27 at 2 p.m. KidKapers tickets are available at the box office at show time and are $5 for general admission seating. Call (804) 734-6629 for further information. – FMWR
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Regional rescuers rally for rigorous response rehearsal
(RIGHT) Leeland Morgan from the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department at Fort Bragg, N.C., places a self-applied tourniquet strap on his arm during a hemorrhage-control class that was part of a Tactical Emergency Response Course at the Fort Lee Warrior Training Center Friday and Saturday. Twenty-one fire and EMS personnel from Fort Lee and the surrounding communities also attended the course that focused on providing life-saving medical assistance in severe-injury situations. (BELOW LEFT) Anthony Harbour, a pre-hospital trauma life support instructor from Richmond, discusses the steps for performing a tracheotomy during a hands-on practice session that was part of the course. (BELOW RIGHT) Heather Smith from the Colonial Heights Fire and Emergency Medical Service department treats a simulated knife wound that severed an artery by first applying pressure to slow the flow of blood and then packing it with chito guaze, which promotes clotting. Military medics use the same method to treat combat wounds of that nature.
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First responders extract a simulated victim from a hostile area during an end-of-course masscasualty exercise Saturday near the Warrior Training Center on the Ordnance Campus. The exercise was the culminating event of a two-day Tactical Emergency Response Course that focused on traumatic medical assistance during crisis events resulting in severe injuries.
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Twenty-one firefighters and emergency medical service personnel from the TriCities, Richmond and Upper Peninsula areas – and from as far away as Fort Bragg, N.C. – attended a two-day Tactical Emergency Response Course at the Warrior Training Center on the Ordnance Campus Friday and Saturday. Through classroom training, hands-on practice drills and an end-of-course mass casualty exercise, the first responders learned how to perform life-saving medical assistance in severe-injury situations that could range from an active shooter incident or explosive attack to vehicle accidents or weather-related disasters. “The main motivator of this course is the need to get emergency personnel with trauma first aid training into ‘warm zones’ – places where threats or hostilities still exist – a lot quicker,” explained Assistant Chief Brian Harness from the Fort Lee Fire Department, the sponsor of the event. “This doesn’t just apply to mass-shooting incidents, but I’ll use them as an example,” he continued. “In situations like the Aurora (Colo.) movie theater attack or the elementary school shooting in (Newtown) Connecticut, many suffered wounds that caused severe bleeding or airway issues where the survival rate is measured in seconds; meaning not much time for medics to get to them. We’re building the framework here where the police could bring us in sooner to address those immediate needs and potentially increase the overall survival rates among victims.” Many of the procedures covered in the course were pulled from the current playbooks of Army combat medics. Instructors talked about lessons learned in Iraq and Afghanistan, and focused on topics like treating a gunshot or sucking chest wound. Subject matter experts like Jeff McPhearson from the Southside Regional Medical Center, Richmond; Damien Coy from the Old Dominion EMS Alliance, Richmond; Kevin Michalek, EMS division chief, Petersburg Fire Department; and Anthony Harbour, a prehospital trauma life support instructor in Richmond, also shared their knowledge of hemorrhage control, tourniquets, opening airways and chest catheters,
among other topics. “All of those things sound pretty horrific, I know, but it’s the reality of what we as emergency responders have to be prepared to do,” said Shaun Rogers, a firefighterparamedic at Fort Lee, and one of the course instructors. “Any one of these lifethreatening conditions could result from a major car accident or even something as simple as an incident at home where someone falls, gets cut or suffers a heart attack and stops breathing. That’s what I like about this course; it teaches skills we’ll be able to use on a regular basis and increases our ability to assess, act quickly and save someone’s life.” An important component of the course is its hands-on scenarios and exercises, Harness noted. What students learn in the classroom is immediately put to the test with drills that incorporate victim extraction gadgets, blood-gushing training aids and high-tech first-aid dummies that “do everything except get up and walk,” he said. In one drill repeated several times over the two days, an instructor shouted “you’ve been shot in the (arm or leg), put on your tourniquets!” The room went dark as class members reached for needed equipment in the aid bag strapped to their side. Slowly, hands raised to signal completion of the task, and an instructor checked pulses to ensure the tourniquet was tight enough to choke off the blood flow. “This is the sort of thing that needs to be instinctive,” Harness said after one of the drills. “It’s just as important to be able to treat yourself so you don’t become a casualty.” Participants expressed excitement about the training. Moments after demonstrating his prowess with inserting a breathing tube down the throat of a training mannequin, Fire Department Lieutenant Nick Towers from James City County said he was anxious to take the information back to his organization. “There is no doubt we live in a world of increased violence with a greater potential for mass casualty incidents,” he said. “With that in mind, we have to be better prepared for this level of (traumatic medical care). I see this as a starting point for our department. I’m excited about taking this information – especially the stuff about tourniquets that we barely discuss at all – back to
our classrooms and having the material to back up the training.” He also discussed his department’s plans to form a tactical response coalition in James City County that would include police, firefighters and emergency medical technicians. He said he wants to bring this training “back to the table” to show how a police Special Weapons and Tactics Team could potentially use properly trained firefighter-EMS personnel in the future. “No more sitting on the sidelines until the scene is completely cleared … that’s what I’m excited about,” Towers said. “If we can make this work, it’s going to be a big step forward for emergency responders.” Towers also gave kudos to Fort Lee for hosting the training. “This is fantastic,” he said of the location and shared information. “The Army has been putting this into practice for years. We’re just sort of coming into it. What a great environment to not only show us the tactical skills needed but also effective ways to conduct the training when we go back to the department and share the skills we learned.” For others like Kellie Estes, a 7-year firefighter from Prince George Fire and Ambulance, the course was one more opportunity to learn something new. “I like the adrenaline of this; tackling new challenges and taking my abilities to the next level,” she said. “Training like this gives you a boost in confidence. I’m certain it’s going to enhance my ability to respond to emergency situations and provide immediate care when it’s needed.” Harness said responses of that nature are typical in his department as well. He credited a lot of the course’s success to the staff at the Warrior Training Center – particularly Sgt. Brian Esslinger who took the lead in getting training spaces reserved and adding elements of chaos like smoke and simulated gunfire and explosions to the final exercise on Saturday afternoon. “The main reason this training package is successful is because of the enormous level of effort that is put into it,” Harness said. “This was the fourth iteration of the course, and I’m proud of our department and Fort Lee for taking a lead role in getting this information out there to the first responder community.” The next tactical response course is expected to take place in October, the assistant chief said, and Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services is slated to present a law enforcement version of the course for Provost Marshal Office personnel in the next few months.
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SAFETY | FIREWORKS
Pyrotechnic safety paramount to incident-free celebrations If the rising trend of fireworksrelated injuries continues this year, more than 7,500 individuals across the country will be finishing out their Fourth of July celebration in a doctor’s office or emergency room. Surprising? Let’s hope so … it’s a statistic that deserves attention. And here’s a few more facts reported last year by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission: • Roughly half of the injuries from fireworks occur among ages 25 and younger. More than 10 percent will be children under 4. • Sparklers accounted for 2,300 of the 7,400 injuries in 2013. No surprise since they’re often placed in the hands of youngsters and the tips burn at roughly 2,000 degrees. • More men (57 percent) will be injured than women (43 per-
cent), probably because they’re more likely to disregard safety instructions among other reasons. The goal of sharing this information, of course, is to encourage fireworks safety. Community members also should be aware of the rules associated with pyrotechnic use so their Independence Day celebration isn’t interrupted by a visit from law enforcement. Fort Lee does not allow fireworks or pyrotechnics of any kind to be used on the installation unless authorized by the garrison commander in accordance with the Fire Prevention and Protection Regulation, CASCOM & FL SUPPL to AR 420. Those who live off post, should remember to check local ordinances concerning fireworks as some communities are stricter than others. If you can legally set off fireworks, follow these basic safety
tips to prevent personal injuries or accidental fires: • Keep a bucket of water or a fire extinguisher handy. • Make sure the area where the fireworks will be set off is free of brush, high grass or any other combustibles. • Don’t wear clothes that are loose-fitting. • Only use fireworks that are legal in the area. • Wear eye protection while lighting fireworks. • Don’t light fireworks indoors or under any cover. • Allow all residues from fireworks to cool completely before discarding. • Don’t throw fireworks at people. • Light only one fireworks device at a time. • Once a firework is lit, move several feet away from it and re-
main there until it fizzles out. • Don’t carry fireworks in your pocket. • Keep “spectators” at a safe distance, especially small children. • When a fireworks device fails to go off, don’t stand above it to see what’s wrong. Douse it with water and dispose of it. Don’t try to relight it. • Consider pets when planning to shoot off fireworks. If you have a pet that may chase a fast moving target, or a pet that will be frightened, put it in the house to keep it safe until the display is over. • Don’t assume you know how to use the fireworks. It is very im-
portant to read the directions and warning labels. If there are no directions or warning labels, don’t use them. • Don’t shoot fireworks off in a glass or metal container. A safe alternative for kids from the traditional sparklers are the fiber optic party wands. They can be bought at many retailers or online for around $2. Or an even better idea … come out to Williams Stadium for the annual Fourth at the Fort Independence Day celebration hosted by Family and MWR. It kicks off at 5 p.m. and features a Kidzone play area, live entertainment, refreshments and a fireworks show starting at approximately 9:35 p.m. Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services wants everyone in the community to enjoy the summer and to safely celebrate the nation’s birthday. Don’t let injuries or damage from the improper use of fireworks put a damper on the festivities. For any questions or assistance, call the Fire Prevention Office at (804) 734-6597. – Fort Lee Fire Department and Staff Reports
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AAFES contests offer cash, cars, credits Fort Lee community members have a chance to win up to $25,000, a smart car and other valuable awards in four sweepstakes by the Army and Air Force Exchange Service. Hero of the Year To honor those who serve, the Exchange and Dickies will award an American Hero of the Year with $25,000. Entries will be accepted through July 18. All active duty and retired military personnel and their family members are eligible to win the grand prize or one of four runner-up prizes of $1,000. Nominations can consist of a video less than five minutes, a photo and essay of up to 500 words or a standalone essay. The entries should detail how nominees exemplify hard work and determination, how they have shown courage in the face of adversity and what he or she means to their family. To enter, visit www. s h o p m y ex ch a n ge. c o m / customer-service/ BecauseOfYou and click on the Dickies American Hero of the Year logo to access an application. Exchange Star Card In a contest that runs until July 31, military shoppers have a chance at $25,000 in account credits with the MILITARY STAR® “Because of You” sweepstakes. Shoppers will be automatically entered in the sweepstakes each time they use their MILITARY STAR® card to pay for purchases at the Fort Lee Exchange or on shopmyexchange.com. Each purchase counts as one entry.
One grand-prize winner will receive a $5,000 MILITARY STAR® account credit, and 20 first-prize winners will receive a $1,000 credit. The winners will be announced on or about Sept. 30. Smart Car Sweepstakes Two authorized military shoppers will win a Smart Car in the Exchange Service Welch’s and Sour Jacks giveaway. “The Promotion in Motion Smart Car Giveaway” runs until Aug. 13. The vehicle is valued at $15,000. To enter, shoppers should visit shopmyexchange.com/ sweepstakes. Winners located outside of the continental United States will have the option of receiving the cash value of the car instead. The sweepstakes end Aug. 13. No purchase is necessary to enter, and entrants do not need to be present to win. Prize drawings will occur on or about Aug. 20. Unilever Sweepstakes In the Exchange and Unilever “Salute to Clean” sweepstakes, lucky shoppers can win $15,000 in prizes. Military shoppers worldwide have the opportunity to win one of 30 Exchange gift cards worth $500 by entering the contest at shopmyexchange. com/sweepstakes. People also can visit the Exchange to enter. No purchase is necessary to enter. The “Salute to Clean” sweepstakes closes July 17, and prize drawings will occur on or about July 21. Entrants must be 18 years or older with a valid driver’s license. – AAFES
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Odierno talks retirement, ISIS at Facebook town hall Army News Service
WASHINGTON – Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno hosted his final Facebook town hall June 24, replying to nearly 200 comments addressing a range of concerns. Of priority for many Soldiers was any potential change to the military retirement program. Odierno hit upon the issue of the cost of living adjustments, which would cap retirement pay at 1 percentage point below annual inflation measures. The change, a part of the Bipartisan Budget Act, would save the Department of Defense more than $6.3 billion, according to the Congressional Budget Office, but could potentially cost retirees more than $100,000 during their lifetime, based upon the rate of inflation. Odierno assured the online community the Joint Chiefs of Staff are working with Congress to stop COLA-cap efforts and a proposal that would reduce pensions while allowing Soldiers to receive benefits before 20 years of service. He also said the proposed retirement plan, which includes government contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan, will not affect current retirees or those now on active duty. “I believe there is strong support for a hybrid retirement program that includes a matching
contribution and a guaranteed benefit,” Odierno replied. “But everyone currently serving on active duty is grandfathered.” Moving away from retirement concerns, Odierno turned his attention to another topic that has cropped up in recent news – women in combat. Since admitting 19 women to the Ranger School assessment course in April, the possibility of opening other military occupational specialties and schools has been discussed. One Soldier looking to train as a combat engineer supporting front-line infantry commented on women attending the Sapper Leader Course and said the inclusion of women in Ranger School should pave the way for non-engineers to apply to the Sapper School. Odierno steered the Soldier’s attention to the fact female enrollment in Ranger School is a pilot program, designed to test the efficacy of female involvement. He continued to say “the requirement for Rangers crosses a variety of MOSs, where Sapper School is specific to (the) 12 series MOS. In the future, (if) we believe there’s a requirement for Sapper expertise in other MOSs, we’ll take a look at opening it up.” Addressing the women currently serving, Odierno turned his attention to one female Soldier suffering from Post-
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Traumatic Stress Disorder after she was assaulted by her first sergeant and found difficulty reporting the attack. “We hold the chain of command responsible for creating an environment of trust, where Soldiers believe they can perform their duties. We are changing the culture within the Army that will not allow such behavior,” Odierno wrote. Joining Odierno online was Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey who assuaged concerns about opportunities for noncommissioned officer advancement and education. “The chief of staff of the Army has offered us 75 new broadening opportunities for NCOs,” Dailey wrote. “We are realigning those broadening opportunities to provide leader development across a wider range of NCOs. We continue to evaluate and refine NCO education on a regular basis.” Odierno added an additional promise to speak with the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command about enhancing its programs. “I want to do everything we can in order to ensure our officers and NCOs get the appropriate training so they’re prepared to lead our young men and women,” he said. Moving overseas, Odierno tackled concerns regarding the Islamic State and Army involvement in training foreign militias
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and/or militaries. “In order to defeat ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Levant), it’s going to take an effort of many nations and must be led by the nations in the Middle East. This cannot be a U.S. effort alone,” he said. He pointed out Iraqi security forces had been well-trained until the United States pulled out of the country in 2011 and that, given the chance to do so again in the right political environment, the United States could “train the Iraqi security forces to the level necessary.” Closing his Facebook session, Odierno addressed Army aesthetics and his own legacy. Responding to one user’s questions about the new Army uniform, Odierno typed that the improved camouflage pattern out-performed the current uni-
forms and it was “imperative that we move to the new uniform to … further protect our Soldiers as they conduct operations around the world.” To another commenter, who asked why Soldiers cannot roll up their sleeves, Odierno replied, “we train as we fight. All studies say that sleeves down are the appropriate way to protect our Soldiers in garrison and in combat.” Lastly, Odierno assured the Facebook community that he would not be running for political office next year and to “look for him on the golf course.” “The strength of our nation is our Army,” said Odierno, as he signed off. “The strength of our Army is our Soldiers. The strength of our Soldiers is our families … and that is what makes us Army strong!”
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findings on personnel churn Continued from page 6 officer at a Fortune 500 company has tenure of four years, while the average tenure of the G-1 in the Army has been about two years for a quarter-century now. For the CIO/G-6 and the G-8, he said, both have “on average half the tenure of their corporate analogues.” Churn is even greater at lower levels, he said. Nearly half of the Army, turns over every other year. “In three years, a whole organization is a new one,” he said. That level of churn in positions, he said, means Army officers don’t have the time to develop in their work as fully as they might. He said general officers are put in jobs for which they have no background, but are able to do well because they are natural leaders. But, by the time they gain full expertise in a particular section of the Army, “they move you on to a new position or retire you altogether. It makes no sense,” Carson said. He also said the brightest people – the kind the military wants to employ – end up partnering with other bright people. Smart
officers marry smart spouses – doctors and lawyers, for instance, he said. And having those officers move every two years means their spouses have to move as well and “can’t have a career,” he said. “Moving every two years is a hardship on them,” Carson said. “If we want to keep the people we want most to stay in, we have to let people stay in duty stations and jobs longer than we do today.” Carson said he is also concerned with the inefficiency of Army recruiting. “Should we accept in the Army the waste, the inefficiency in Army recruiting,” he asked. The Army brings in between 60,000 to 80,000 new Soldiers a year, Carson said, a challenge to Army recruiters. “They must be what the Army operating concept calls resilient and fit. They must be Soldiers of character. They must be competent, committed, agile and adaptive. They must be capable of forming cohesive teams of trusted professionals, all the while representing the diversity of America ... a tall order,” he said. Making the process more complex, he said, recruiters must filter out those who
These individuals struggle with establishing and asserting interpersonal boundaries within their most intimate relationships, and as such, endure a constant barrage of trespass abuses. Even worse, some misinterpret scripture and falsely believe God is somehow pleased with them allowing themselves to be doormats of disappointment, loneliness and pain for others to wipe their feet on. Others say they were raised to believe trespass abuses are normal, but they are not. But Chaplain, what about my responsibility to forgive those who trespass against me? Great question! Yes, we are commanded to forgive others; however, you have the God-given right to fully forgive someone while still not trust-
don’t meet weight requirements, don’t meet education requirements, have a criminal background, or have drug problems. “It’s estimated each year, less than 400,000 young people become eligible for military service,” he said. “And across all the services, more than 250,000 of that 400,000 cohort, nearly 60 percent, are needed. That includes both active and reserve components.” He said the Army spends “billions of dollars” to meet its recruiting challenge, but each Army recruiter averages just 10 contracts a year – less than one a month. The numbers are similar for the Navy and Marine Corps. Air Force recruiters, he said, are averaging about 45 contracts a year. “Almost five times the output of recruiters in other services.” What concerns Carson, however, is the great cost of recruiting compared to the loss of so many Soldiers early in their careers due to unexpected attrition. The Army spends $16 million a year on various forms of marketing, and nets for this year, 68,000 contracts, Carson estimated. “That’s not too great a batting average,” he said “but for me the real problem is still deeper. And that is the realizing that of those 68,000 contracts, it is estimated that 40 percent will not complete their first term of enlistment. And more than 20 percent will not make it to their first duty sta-
ing and granting them full access to your personage, emotions and time; especially, after they have shown a propensity to violate that trust. Forgiven coupled with boundaries is godly and wise. In conclusion, if you struggle with creating and enforcing interpersonal boundaries, I encourage you to study the life of Jesus from this milieu. The son of God did not allow others to use/manipulate Him, He corrected and confronted, and He did not shy away from the truth or compromise His personage even when it meant His rejection. Coupled with the scriptures, I highly recommend Dr. Henry Cloud’s book, Boundaries. Contact Chaplain (Capt.) Patrick Hester at patrick.k.hester2.mil@ mail.mil with any questions or comments related to this article.
tion. That’s expensive, very expensive.” Carson noted a surprising finding: the more the Army invests in an officer, the more likely it is that officer will be out of the military before 10 years of service. The Army has multiple commissioning sources such as the Reserve Officer Training Corps, the military academies or Officer Candidate School. But he said for the Army, the most time and money is spent developing officers at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. Additionally, the Army makes substantial investments in future officers by providing four-year ROTC scholarships, and to a lesser degree, two-year and threeyear ROTC scholarships for many junior leader candidates. But retention rates for those officers, he said, are essentially the inverse of how much time and money the Army spends developing them. Only 38 percent of the West Point grads from 2004 now remain on active duty, he said. Of four-year ROTC students in the same year, only 43 percent remain on active duty. For nonscholarship or two-year ROTC scholarship officers, 55 percent remain on active duty. “Those officers whom we make the most investment in, and in which we spend the most time, are the most likely to leave the Army,” Carson concluded.
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2015 U.S. Army Soldier Show | July 8 The U.S. Army Installation Management Command will present the 2015 U.S. Army Soldier Show July 8, 7:30 p.m., at Williams Stadium. The free 90-minute performance is open to the public. All access control procedures will remain in effect for this event. The theme is “We Serve,� and the production pays tribute to the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Ia Drang Valley, one of the bloodiest conflicts in the Vietnam War. Army-mandated access control measures in effect at Fort Lee require a background check for any visitor who does not have a DOD identifi-
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FMWR Toga Party | July 11 Family and MWR will host a Toga Party July 11, 6 p.m., at the HideAway, 5th Street, building 15013. The event will feature music, drink specials and contests for the best toga, most original sheets and best toga couple. There is no cover charge. For details, call (804) 765-1539.
FMWR Newcomers’ Dinner | RSVP by July 15 Registration is open until July 15 for the free FMWR Newcomers’ Dinner. The quarterly event is set for July 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Regimental Club. At the dinner, new community members who have arrived in the area the previous six months or less can become familiar with programs and services both inside and outside the gate, and meet other new families. In addition to food and games, door prizes will be awarded including electronics, amusement park
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Autograph Signing Event at Commissary | July 18 Andre Roberts, a wide receiver and punt and kick-off returner for the Washington Redskins, will attend an autograph session July 18, 5 p.m., at the Commissary. A graduate of The Citadel, his parents are Army veterans. The first 150 shoppers will receive an autograph from the player who was formerly with the Arizona Cardinals. There will be a limit of one item signed per shopper. For details, call (804) 765-2254.
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Calendar, continued ACS EFMP Lego Club | July 7; Fire Station Field Trip | July 16 The next meeting of the Exceptional Family Member Program 4X2 Lego Club is set for July 7, 6-7 p.m., at the Sisisky Housing Center, 1510 Sisisky Blvd., next to the Splash Park. The event is for youth, 4 and older, accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. Participants should not bring Legos. The club will meet again July 21. EFMP will conduct a field trip to Fort Lee Fire Station No. 2 July 16, 9-10 a.m. Youth and adults should meet at the fire station, 520 A Ave., across from the Main Exchange. Another field trip is set for Aug. 12. For reservations and details, call (804) 734-7965, 734-6393 or email keiandria.n.dickerson.ctr@mail.mil.
ACS 50th Birthday Celebration | July 30
shops, community walks and runs, and more. Registration forms are available at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. A special free Stress Management Wellness Workshop is set for July 28, 6-7:30 p.m. at MacLaughlin. It is open to active duty and retired military and family members, DOD Civilians and FMWR employees – 18 years and older. For details, call (804) 734-6198.
FMWR Total Body Workout | July 13-14 FMWR Sports will offer a variety of free total body workout fitness classes July 13-14. The sessions at MacLaughlin Fitness Center are July 13 – Cardio Core (4:305:15 p.m.) ; Aerobics (5:30-6:15 p.m.); Zumba (6:30-7:15); and July 14 – Body Sculpting (4:30-5:15 p.m.) ; Boot Camp, (5:30-6:15 p.m.); and Iyengar Yoga (6:307:15 p.m.) Participants must be at least 16 years of age and an eligible Family and MWR fitness facility patron to attend the classes. For details, call (804) 734-6198.
The Fort Lee Community is invited to the Army Community Service 50th birthday celebration July 30, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., in the ACS parking lot, Mahone Avenue. The free event will include hotdogs, cupcakes, snow cones, funnel cakes, music, games and more. In the event of rain, the event will be held at the Post Field House. For details, call (804) 734-6388.
FMWR will hold a free Cornhole Tournament every third Saturday through October, 6:30 p.m., at the HideAway, 5th Street. The next two dates are July 18 and Aug. 15. There are prizes for the lst place team and first team out. For details, call (804) 765-1539.
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Washington Redskins wide receiver Andre Roberts will bring his free Youth Football Procamp to Fort Lee, July 18, 2-5 p.m., and July 19, 1-4 p.m., at Williams Stadium. Child, Youth and School Services will host the program where Roberts will encourage and inspire boys and girls in grades K-8. It is open to dependents of active duty
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ADHD Skill-Building Class |July 6-27 A skill-building and support class for rising second-sixth grade students diagnosed with ADHD/ADD is set for July 6-27, at the Chesterfield Community Development Building, 9800 Government Center Parkway. Topics include getting organized, staying focused, thinking before acting and managing feelings. The class for rising second and third-graders will be held 3-3:45 p.m. The class for rising fourth and fifth graders will be held 4-4:45 p.m. The time for rising sixth graders will be announced after registration. The fee is $20 per child.
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‘Charlotte’s Web’ at Library | July 7 The Chesterfield Children’s Theatre will present “Charlotte’s Web” July 7, 7-7:35 p.m., at the Ettrick-Matoaca Library, 4501 River Road, South Chesterfield. This classic tale of friendship tells the story of a spider Charlotte and Wilbur, a tiny piglet. The performance is free. Registration is required. For registration and details, call (804) 318-8688.
Science Super Heroes at Library | July 11 Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade can put on a lab coat and perform handson-experiments during the Science Super Heroes program July 11, 1:30-2:30 p.m., at the Chesterfield Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. This is a free program. Registration is required. For registration and details, call (804) 748-1603.
Oldies But Goodies Car Club | Every Friday Have an old “cool” car or bike you love? The Oldies But Goodies Classic Cruizers Club will gather every Friday though late September, 6-9 p.m., at the Southpark Mall in the Lonestar Steakhouse parking lot, Colonial Heights. The event is free. For details, visit www.obgcc.com.
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ACROSS 1. The sport most closely associated with the 4th of July 2. They light up the sky in a spectacular way 3. A founding father who died on Independence Day 5. An occasion in which a meal can be served outdoors at a park 10. A rather large 4th of July musical celebration occurs each year at this Washington, D.C. location 11. Place where Francis Scott Key wrote the national anthem (two words) 12. President who died on Independence Day DOWN
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