FORT SAM HOUSTON JBSA HOTLINES DOD Safe Helpline 877-995-5247 SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 JBSA Sexual Assault Hotline VOL. 58, NO. 35 808-SARC (7272) JBSA Domestic Abuse Hotline 367-1213 A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING – JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON JBSA Duty Chaplain 221-9363 ARNORTH CHANGE OF COMMAND

Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan addresses U.S. Army North military members, family, friends and distinguished guests after assuming com- mand of ARNORTH during the change NMETC COLLECTS BACKPACKS FOR KIDS PAGE 3 of command cer- emony at the Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Friday. For article and more photos, turn to pages 10-11.

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MICC Government Purchase Card BAMC COMMANDER HOLDS TOWN HALLS PAGE 6 program efforts earn DOD recognition By Daniel P. Elkins 2015 efforts during the General ing offices, 31 Army command MICC Public Affairs Office Services Administration SmartPay customers, 12 GPC Level-3 Training Forum in Washington, hierarchies, more than 12,000 A Government Purchase Card D.C., Aug. 2-6. Sumpter is the cardholder accounts and program officer at Fort Sam deputy director for program de- approximately $750 million in Houston was recognized earlier this velopment and implementation for annual spending. month by officials from the office defense procurement and acqui- “The fact that you were able to of the undersecretary of defense sition policy at the office of the maintain MICC GPC operations and for acquisition, technology and undersecretary of defense. improve overall program perfor- logistics for improving program Sumpter underscored the size mance … despite the departures of performance while greatly reducing and scope of the Mission and the MICC GPC chief and a business delinquencies command-wide. Installation Contracting Command manager is highly commendable,” Leroy Griffith was presented a GPC Program, which is the larg- Sumpter wrote. letter of appreciation by LeAntha est in the Army and during fiscal NEW TOURNIQUET WILL SAVE LIVES PAGE 13 Sumpter to acknowledge his fiscal 2015, included 32 MICC contract- See MICC, P3 PAGE 2 NEWS LEADER SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

FORT SAM HOUSTON New directive: officers must be vetted before promotions are confirmed

A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING – JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON By C. Todd Lopez said Albert S. Eggerton, Department of the Army Editorial Staff Army News Service chief of Officer Selection inspector general, the 502nd Air Base Wing/JBSA Board Policy. restricted portion of the Commander A change to Army “Consequently, some Army Military Human Brig. Gen. Heather L. Pringle regulations now requires officers confirmed by the Resource Record and that the Army determine Senate were not discov- a query for suspension 502nd ABW/JBSA the suitability of each ered to have adverse or of favorable personnel Public Affairs Director Todd G. White officer considered for reportable information actions. promotion before that of- until just prior to ap- “Adverse informa- 502nd ABW/JBSA ficer’s name ever crosses pointment.” tion” can include, among Public Affairs Chief the desk of the Army According to Army other things, SHARP-re- Bill Gaines secretary. Directive 2016-26, “a lated offenses; domestic While the Army has post-board screening assault or child abuse; Writer/Editor Steve Elliott always investigated of- initiated by the direc- DUIs/DWIs; possession ficers to ensure they are tor of Military Person- or involvement with Layout Artist suitable for promotion, nel Management will be child pornography; Joe Funtanilla in the past such vetting Photo by C. Todd Lopez conducted on officers positive urinalysis; false usually took place at the A new change to Army regulations ensures that officers selected by selected for promotion to swearing; patterns of same time that senior boards for promotion meet the standards for exemplary conduct laid captain through colonel misconduct; or ongo- News Leader office: Army, Defense and out in U.S. law, before their names are forwarded to the Secretary of and chief warrant officer ing investigations or 3170 Stanley Road congressional leadership the Army. 3 through chief war- cases under review with Building 2750 were considering them, rant officer 5 before the Criminal Investigation JBSA-Fort Sam Houston rather than before. before their names are rassment for the individu- results of the promotion Command, the Depart- TX 78234 Now, the directive forwarded to the sec- al and the service. selection board are for- ment of the Army, the 210-221-1031 published July 18, re- retary of the Army for “Previously, the Army warded to the secretary Inspector General or DSN 471-1031 quires officers who are certification. did not systematically of the Army.” their unit. selected for promotion The previous concur- screen all officers recom- The post-board screen- Similar changes have News Leader Advertisements: be vetted for mental, rent vetting process mended for promotion ing includes a review of been made for officers EN Communities physical, moral, and sometimes resulted in the or federal recognition for information in official who are being consid- P.O. Box 2171 professional fitness and Army having to remove adverse or reportable in- files maintained by the ered for promotion to San Antonio, TX 78297 meet the standards officers from promotion formation prior to nomi- Army Criminal Investi- first lieutenant or chief 210-250-2052 for exemplary conduct lists, resulting in embar- nation or confirmation,” gation Command, the warrant officer. News Leader email: usaf.jbsa.502-abw.mbx. [email protected] Blended Retirement System modernizes retirement This Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Contents of the News Leader are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed plan for uniformed services; goes into effect in 2018 by, the U.S. government or Department of Defense. It is published weekly by the 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio- The National Defense and a percentage of a serve at least 20 years. significant incentive in re- percent today. It is one of Fort Sam Houston Public Affairs Office, 3170 Authorization Act for service member’s pay The change to a taining a career military the most wide-reaching Stanley Road, building 2750, Fort Sam Fiscal Year 2016 created with a defined contribu- Blended Retirement System force and has served the and significant changes to Houston, Texas 78234; 210-221-2030, DSN 471-2030. Printed circulation is 10,000. a new military retire- tion plan, similar to the is a key step in modern- Department of Defense military pay and benefits Everything advertised in this publication ment system that blends civilian equivalent of a izing the military’s ability to and service members of the last 70 years. For shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, reli- elements of the legacy 401(k)-style retirement recruit, retain and main- well for decades. Howev- the first time, service gion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, retirement system with system, where the service tain the talent require of er, 81 percent of service members will receive physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user a more modern, 401(k)- member and the U.S. the future force. The plan members who left before automatic and match- or patron. If a violation or rejection of this style plan. government both contrib- provides additional options reaching 20 years of ser- ing DOD contributions to equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print The new Blended ute to the retirement. to attract and manage vice, had no government their retirement and have advertising from that source until the viola- Retirement System goes The new Blended a military force, which retirement benefit. control over their invest- tion is corrected. The editorial content of this publication is the responsibility of the 502nd into effect Jan. 1, 2018 Retirement System pro- requires ever-increasing The new Blended ments. ABW/JBSA Public Affairs Chief. The News Lead- and combines the legacy vides service members diverse and technical skill Retirement System will The Department’s im- er is published by EN Communities, 301 Ave. E, San Antonio, TX 78205, 210-250-2052, a 20-year military retire- an automatic and match- sets in an evolving global now ensure nearly 85 mediate focus is on edu- private firm in no way connected with the U.S. ment system in which the ing portable contribution economy. percent of military mem- cating and training more government, under exclusive written contract U.S. government provides retirement plan, while The legacy defined- bers leave the service than two million active, with the 502nd Air Base Wing and JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Public Affairs Office. The civilian monthly retired pay maintaining a traditional benefit military retire- with retirement savings, printer is responsible for commercial adver- based on years of service pension for those who ment system was a as opposed to just 19 See RETIREMENT, P17 tising. The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the U.S. Joint Base San Antonio Joint Base San Antonio Air Force. Stories and photos for publica- tion consideration may be e-mailed to usaf. http://www.facebook.com/JointBaseSanAntonio http://www.twitter.com/JBSA_Official http://www.JBSA.mil [email protected] Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston http://www.samhouston.army.mil/pao by close of business Thursday. http://www.facebook.com/JBSAFortSamHouston http://www.twitter.com/JBSAFSH SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 NEWS LEADER PAGE 3 News Briefs NMETC donates to JBSA 2016 Build-A-Backpack Drive Holiday Hours For By Petty Officer 1st Class since 2010 to help JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Jacquelyn D. Childs military families at Entry Control Points NMETC Public Affairs JBSA-Lackland, JBSA- For the Army Training Day/Air Randolph and JBSA- Education and Training Command With school kicking Fort Sam Houston, as Down Day Friday and federal holiday off once again, the 80 well as for children in Monday, there will be some adjustments staff members at Navy the local community. of the entry control point hours at Joint Medicine Education A total of 757 Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. and Training backpacks full of the Closures on both days include the Command on JBSA- necessary supplies for Wilson gate, the Quadrangle pedestrian Fort Sam Houston took the school year were gate, the Harry Wurzbach West ECP the opportunity to help collected throughout and the News Braunfels South ECP. The children by donating JBSA. San Antonio Military Medical Center supplies for the Joint Backpacks went first Beach Avenue gate and Interstate 35 Base San Antonio’s to identified service commercial gate is closed Monday only. 6th Annual Build-A- members who needed The Nursery and Winans ECPs are open Backpack Drive Aug. a little extra help from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. both days. 10. NMETC staff gave getting their children enough donations to properly equipped Leadership Is Listening stuff 19 full backpacks for the school year. The Armed Forces Action Plan is a for children ranging After filling needs on tool to manage change and improve the from kindergarten to the military locations, well-being of the military commu- high school. hundreds of backpacks Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Jacquelyn D. Childs nity, giving service members, retirees, The JBSA school were sent to schools (From left) Petty Officer 2nd Class Jacob Lane, Petty Officer 1st Class Juan Garcia, and Petty Officer Reservists, Guardsmen, Department liaison offices have in the surrounding 2nd Class Chris Peters deliver backpacks to the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston School of Defense civilians, teens, survivors conducted the drives communities. Liaison Office Aug. 10 on behalf of Navy Medicine Education and Training Command. and family members the opportunity­ to identify critical issues and present them to senior leadership for action MICC from P1 across the MICC to closely ing rebates earned. The members responsible for $2.25 billion to American and resolution. Submit issues, ideas, track that measure, the MICC returned a total of contracting for Soldiers. small businesses. The suggestions and concerns to usaf. “Your leadership and fiscal 2015 rate dropped $19.9 million in rebates In fiscal 2015, the com- command also managed jbsa.502-abw.mbx.502-fss-volunteer@ GPC expertise have been to 0.35 and less than for fiscal 2014 and 2015. mand executed more more than 600,000 Gov- mail.mil by Friday. For more informa- instrumental in provid- $620,000 in delinquen- “It is important to than 36,000 contract ernment Purchase Card tion, call 221-2705. ing effective GPC policy, cies. This represented a note that unlike the actions valued at more Program transactions in guidance, oversight and 745 percent improvement majority of Army GPC than $5.2 billion across fiscal 2015 valued at an Transition Information program support.” in the GPC Program from programs that keep the the Army, including additional $747 million. Program Workshop Griffith said he fiscal 2014 to 2015. GPC earned rebates for All service members transitioning or greatly appreciates the “In leveraging the themselves, the MICC is considering transitioning from military recognition, but is quick maximization of GPC one of the few organiza- to civilian life are encouraged to attend to place credit where it rebates earned, our tions where our efforts the Joint Base San Antonio Transition is due. command is promoting in maximizing rebates Information Program workshop from 8 “Managing the GPC effective program man- has a direct benefit to a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Sept. 12, at the Sam Program is a team ef- agement and efficient our customers,” Estrada Houston Community Center. Speakers fort,” he said. “The folks processes in support added. “The funds from from the Military and Veteran Community in the field exercised ag- of our Army command rebates earned provides Collaborative, Texas Veterans Commis- gressive account admin- GPC programs,” said our Army customers sion, Veterans Service Program and istration and maximized Ray Estrada, MICC GPC with additional funding the Work Force Solutions Alamo will be GPC internal controls to Program Management to support their mission available to discuss networking oppor- aid in the success MICC Office chief. requirements.” tunities, education benefits, health care, has experienced in the Estrada explained by Through mid-August employment tips on career transitions, GPC program.” ensuring billing officials this fiscal year, the housing and property markets and more. The Army holds a promptly certify their MICC delinquency rate This free event open to all Department standard that its total monthly statements is 0.033 percent. The of Defense ID cardholders and their receivables at U.S. Bank and resource manag- command estimates that spouses. Registration is required, call not exceed 0.75 percent ers confirm successful it will return more than Photo by Ryan Mattox 221-1213. over 60 days past due. In payment of the monthly $9 million in rebates to Leroy Griffith, a Government Purchase Card program officer at fiscal 2014, the MICC de- invoice, GPC program its Army customers this the Mission and Installation Contacting Command at Fort Sam Hiring Heroes Career Fair linquency rate soared to agency and organization fiscal year. Houston, was recently presented a letter of appreciation from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam 3.32 percent that equated program coordinators are Headquartered at LeAntha Sumpter, deputy director for program development and Houston hosts the Hiring Heroes Career to more than $5.2 mil- helping MICC custom- JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, implementation for defense procurement and acquisition policy at Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 14 at lion delinquent in card- ers to minimize their Texas, the MICC is made the office of the undersecretary of defense, to acknowledge his holder accounts. With the delinquencies, which is up of more than 1,500 fiscal 2015 efforts during the General Services Administration See NEWS BRIEFS, P6 implementation of metrics a key factor in increas- military and civilian SmartPay Training Forum Aug. 2-6 in Washington, D.C. PAGE 4 NEWS LEADER SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 ARNORTH deputy to the commanding general speaks at equality event By Karen Lloyd of us brings to the table – U.S. Army North Public Affairs the diversity of opinions, backgrounds, talents and Robert Naething, U.S. even the different way we Army North deputy to each interact with others the commanding general, – to ensure the whole is spoke on the importance more than just the sum of diversity at the Alamo of the parts.” Federal Executive Board’s Naething provided Partners in Equality the opening comments Training Conference at to start off a day full of the Schertz Civic Center interactive group activity Aug. 17. and remarks by noted Naething emphasized speakers and trainers. He that recognizing diversity cautioned the group to is not only morally and be careful not to quickly ethically right, it also slap labels on people adds considerable value simply for bringing issues to the organization. to light. In addition to his role “Nothing will shut at ARNORTH, Naething down genuine dialogue also chairs the Alamo more quickly than call- Federal Executive Board, ing someone a racist or or AFEB, which is made sexist,” he said. Photo by Karen Lloyd up of representatives Other speakers in- Robert Naething (right) talks with keynote speaker Sonia Clayton (center) and Alamo Federal Executive Board executive director Lisa Alonzo from approximately 86 cluded Sonia Clayton, (left) before the start of the Alamo Federal Executive Board’s Partners in Equality Training Conference at the Schertz Civic Center Aug. 17. federal agencies across a philanthropist and Naething is the deputy to the U.S. Army North commanding general. the San Antonio and founder, president and Austin area. One of the CEO of a consulting busi- Antonio; and Sylvia and representation of a Class Elizabeth Green, speaker Sonia Clayton AFEB’s lines of business ness that specializes in Rodriguez, an employee variety of agencies at our ARNORTH equal opportu- speak on her struggles is workforce develop- organizational transfor- development trainer for many events. His opening nity advisor, and Master and triumphs as a minor- ment and support, which mation. Clayton delivered the Air Force Person- words and examples on Sgt. Jason Skaggs, Fort ity. Her words have given includes developing and the keynote address on nel Center, also provided diversity in Department Sam Houston senior com- me hope and inspiration promoting diversity in cultural understanding guidance and information. of Defense hit the mark mand equal opportunity to be the best Equal Op- federal employment. and cultural competency, “The AFEB truly ap- on issues faced still in advisor. portunity Advisor to the “For this particular providing insights for preciates Mr. Naething’s today’s workforce. It is “Having the opportuni- US Army North Family conference we focused on diverse groups on how to support and efforts he a pleasure to work with ty to attend the Partners by setting the example how we, as supervisors, prevent stressful relations. has made in advancing a leader who leads by in Equality Training Con- and treating people with can best use the talents Rodney Klein, an the goals and mission example.” ference was very valu- dignity and respect.” and skills of all those we outreach and training of the AFEB,” said Lisa This was the AFEB’s able to me as an Equal “It was a great train- work with to better serve manager at the U.S. Equal Alonzo, AFEB executive 22nd annual Partners in Opportunity professional,” ing event, and those who the American people,” Employment Opportunity director. “He is a huge Equality Training Con- Green said. “I was hon- attended are now better Naething said. “That Commission; Rev. Naomi supporter of our pro- ference. More than 100 ored to be part of such a equipped to accomplish includes incorporating Brown, a licensed mas- grams and his leadership people from 11 federal phenomenal conference their missions in support the different perspectives ters-level social worker has been instrumental agencies attended the and was overwhelmed of the US taxpayer and and capabilities that each at the Pride Center San in increasing attendance event, including Sgt. 1st with joy to hear guest citizen,” Naething said. SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 NEWS LEADER PAGE 5 Air Force medics, San Antonio fire fighters corral training for EMT Rodeo

By Staff Sgt. Michael Ellis teams from 22 installa- story building. 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs tions across the Air Force “Everything we learn to claim the 2015 EMT from each other will Medics from the Joint Rodeo title. benefit both of us. With Base San Antonio- “We’re the first team everything that is hap- Randolph Clinic teamed from JBSA-Randolph pening in our modern up with an elite emer- selected to go,” said world, any relationship gency response unit Airman 1st Class Alex we can build with an- from the San Antonio Nester, 359th MDG aero- other entity, especially Fire Department to hone space medicine techni- between the fire depart- their emergency re- cian. “It’s an awesome ment and the military, sponse skills for the Air experience and beneficial benefits the citizens we Force’s 2016 Emergency to get out of the clinic serve,” said SAFD Capt. Medical Technician environment and learn Luke Schott, Fire Rodeo Aug. 24-27 at vital skills.” Station 11 tactical Cannon Air Force Base, The technical rescue rescue team. N.M. team from Fire Station “This venture gave us While these are the 11, located downtown the opportunity for joint first emergency medi- in the heart of San training. We learned cal technicians from the Antonio, has hundreds what the military mem- 359th Medical Group of hours of specialized Photo by Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Ellis bers know, and imparted to participate in EMT training in areas from Senior Airmen Andrew Hall and Jon Paul Fitzgerald, 359th Medical Group aerospace medicine some of the stuff our Rodeo, another team search and rescue, technicians, practice extracting a simulated patient from a vehicle Aug. 13 at Fire Station 11 in downtown guys know. Hopefully it from the 59th Medical swift/high water res- San Antonio. will benefit them at the Wing, the 959th MDG, cue, structural collapse upcoming competition,” placed first at the event rescue and more. Some teaching classes. Mul- to natural disasters. a variety of skills from Schott said. last year. members, who are Fed- tiple times a year, the Over the course of simulated patient vehicle Twenty-four EMT The EMTs from eral Emergency Manage- team deploys for weeks two weeks, the fire extractions and victim teams were slated to nearby Fort Sam Houston ment Agency instructors, across Texas and neigh- department and Airmen carries, to removing compete in the 2016 EMT outperformed 21 other travel around the nation boring states responding trained side-by-side on occupants from a multi- Rodeo. PAGE 6 NEWS LEADER SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 BAMC commander holds town halls about Command Climate Survey

By Lori Newman and to learn so we can ing areas where we can BAMC Public Affairs improve ourselves and have common policies continue to make this a and processes, which Brooke Army Medical great place.” apply across our diverse Center Commander Brig. The general said there workforce with differing Gen. Jeffrey Johnson held were many positive com- business rules.” six town hall meetings ments in the survey, but The commander said with staff to address he wanted to focus on the he recognizes there are areas of concern and challenges and how to differences between provide his feedback best address the issues. Army, Air Force, civilian and actions based on the “It’s important to un- employees and contrac- results of the recent derstand the barriers to tors, but emphasized we Command Climate reporting incidents. We are part of one team with Survey. must focus on removing one purpose. More than 1,000 staff the barriers,” he ex- The general concluded members completed the plained. by focusing on the BAMC survey, which focused on For many of the is- mission statement, which equal employment oppor- sues, the commander is to promote health and tunity and equal oppor- believes proactive provide safe, quality, tunity driven questions education and training, timely, compassionate, regarding discrimination, an emphasis on leader- patient-centered care sexual harassment and ship responsibility and while developing health assault and the general accountability and a care professionals and work environment. sense of transparency optimizing readiness. “I want to spend some will help to remove bar- “This is where we time reflecting back to riers and improve trust remain focused,” he said. you the things I heard within the organization. “My commitment is to inside of the Command “Everyone’s contribu- provide the leadership Photo by Robert Shields Climate Survey,” Johnson tions are of value to this necessary to focus the Brooke Army Medical Center Commander Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson addresses staff members Aug. said. “This is an oppor- organization,” he said. organization on mission 24 during a town hall meeting to provide his feedback and actions based on the results of the recent tunity to see ourselves “I’m looking at find- accomplishment.” Command Climate Survey.

and families. There will be bouncy located on Joint Base San Antonio- gastric bypass and vertical sleeve to an analysis performed by the satisfied with their current FEGLI News Briefs houses as well as food and bever- Fort Sam Houston, to be identity gastrectomy. The BAMC Bariatric Edwards Aquifer Director of Aquifer coverage do not need to make any Continued from P3 age. Since this is an outdoor event, proofed, background vetted and Clinic is a self-referral clinic and Modeling, Stage 1 water restrictions elections during the open season. families will need to bring blankets issued a credential prior to entering offers informational seminars on the may be scheduled soon. The 502nd Department of the Army civilians the Sam Houston Community and chairs to the show as seating the Winans Entry Control Point. Visit second, third and fourth Wednes- Civil Engineer Squadron urges the must log into the Army Benefits Center. Transitioning service will not be provided. Prior to the the JBSA webpage at http://www. days of each month. There is also a Joint Base San Antonio community Center-Civilian website at https:// members, veterans and their concert, David Cook will be hosting jbsa.mil/Home/VisitorInformation. bariatric support group held on the to stay diligent and be careful to www.abc.army.mil and go into the families are able to network with a meet and greet from 6-6:30 p.m. aspx for visitor center hours, loca- first Wednesday of each month in follow upcoming water restrictions, Employee Benefits Information Sys- employers from the Department of at the Gateway Club. As space tions, contact information and more the main dining room in the lower according to JBSA Water Use Critical tem. For assistance, call 877-276- Defense, other federal agencies, and is limited for the meet and greet, detailed instructions. To speak to a level of BAMC. The Bariatric Clinic Period Management Plan, available 9287 weekdays from 6 a.m. to 6 private sector firms with positions use the following link to enter the security assistant call 221-1902 or will also accept referrals from your at http://www.jbsa.af.mil/shared/ p.m. For additional information, visit available for wounded, ill, injured raffle to meet David Cook: https:// 221-1903. primary care manager. Call 916- media/document/AFD-130809-013. https://www.opm.gov/healthcare- and transitioning service members, einvitations.afit.edu/inv/index. 9023 to set up an appointment. pdf. insurance/life-insurance/. Veterans, their spouses and primary cfm?i=303880&k=016141017357. BAMC Bariatric Clinic caregivers. For more information, Bariatric surgery can improve Air Force Ball FEGLI Open Season Check Military, CAC, Dependent call 571-372-2123. Winans Entry Control quality of life for individuals who The U.S. Air Force hosts its an- The Office of Personnel ID Expiration Dates Now Point Operations are obese and have obesity-related nual ball Sept. 16 at the Hyatt Hill Management holds a Federal All Defense Enrollment Eligibility American Idol To Perform Entry into Watkins Terrace conditions such as type II diabetes, Country Resort with the theme of Employees’ Group Life Insurance, or Reporting system, Command Access At JBSA Housing, Youth Services, Fort hypertension (high blood pressure), “You Are What Makes Our Air Force FEGLI, open season from through Card and military ID card locations David Cook, American Idol win- Sam Houston Independent School obstructive sleep apnea, asthma, Diverse.” Social hour begins at 6 Sept. 30. During this time, eligible throughout Joint Base San Antonio ner, will perform 7-8:30 p.m. Sept. District, Dodd Field Chapel and the hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), p.m. and main event at 7 p.m. Call employees can elect or increase are 100 percent appointment only 9 at the Joint Base San Antonio- Army Reserve Center through the gastroesophageal reflux disease, or 325-2035 or 925-1716 for tickets. their FEGLI life insurance coverage. and wait time for an appointment Lackland Outdoor Amphitheater. Winans Entry Control Point, will GERD, or other obesity-related con- The effective date for changes to can be up to 30 days. Civilian Opening the event at 6:30 p.m., the require an approved Department of ditions. Bariatric surgery is the most JBSA Stage 1 Water FEGLI coverage under an open and military members need to top three winners of the JBSA Talent Defense-issued access credential. successful long-term treatment Restrictions Looming season election will be delayed one remember when their CACs and Search will perform before David All visitors, contractors, and vendors of obesity. There are three kinds The 10-day average of the Bexar full year to the beginning of the first military IDs expire and schedule Cook and will win prize money. with non-DOD issued credentials of laparoscopic bariatric surgeries County index (J-17), Comal Springs full pay period on or after Oct. 1, renewal appointments appropriately. The free concert is open to JBSA such as a driver’s license, passport, performed at Brooke Army Medical and San Marcos Springs are drop- 2017. Coverage can be cancelled or Appointments can be made online department of defense cardholders etc., will stop at a visitor center Center: adjustable gastric band, ping due to limited rain. According reduced at any time and enrollees at https://rapids-appointments. SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 NEWS LEADER PAGE 7 JBSA members urged to celebrate Labor Day safely By David DeKunder accidents or fatali- alcohol while swim- enforcement officials are JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs ties from occurring, ming or boating. teaming up this year to said Travis Kilpack, Before taking a crackdown on drunk driv- When the Labor Day 502nd Air Base trip, travelers should ers. The “Drive Sober or weekend starts Friday, Wing Safety Office check their vehicle Get Pulled Over” enforce- Joint Base San Antonio occupational safety to make sure it is ment campaign started active-duty members, manager at JBSA- working properly and Aug. 19 and runs through families and civilians are Lackland. to get it serviced, the Labor Day weekend to certain to take advantage “The best way Kilpack said. Sept. 5. of the last holiday of the to alleviate mis- The American Red The purpose of the law summer by participating haps is to plan Cross suggests drivers enforcement campaign is in recreational activities your adventures,” check brakes, tires, to have zero tolerance for and traveling. Kilpack said. “Take oil and fluids before drunk driving by bringing Besides providing an the time to plan going on the road. awareness to the dan- opportunity for JBSA and prepare for the Courtesy photo And check the gers of drunken driving, members to relax and activity.” weather before leav- increasing the number of have fun, the Labor Day Common mishaps and should bring sunscreen allowing someone to drive ing on a trip because it is officers on the road and weekend – Friday through accidents that occur to and personal floatation a boat or fly a plane while can be different in other setting up checkpoints in Monday – also concludes individuals and families devices and wear protec- drinking, sometimes we areas, Kilpack said. an effort to reduce drunk the Air Force Summer during the Labor Day tive clothing. Also, JBSA hesitate to stop someone Also, motorists should driving. Safety Campaign that weekend are from sports members should watch from doing something be on the lookout for JBSA members who focused on safety aware- and recreational activities. out for each other. foolish and unsafe when drunk drivers. In 2014, 40 need a ride after having ness during the summer He said JBSA members “Don’t be afraid to it’s not obvious.” percent of vehicle crash a drink can call JBSA months, which began should be careful not to stop friends and fam- Safety tips from the deaths during the Labor Armed Forces Against during the Memorial Day overdo it when it comes ily from getting in over American Red Cross Day weekend involved Drunk Driving at 710- weekend in May. to participating in those their head,” Kilpack said. on water safety include drunk drivers, according 7171 or RUI Designated Having a safe Labor activities. “While most of us think never swimming alone, to the National Highway Drivers at 322-5473. Day weekend includes When taking a trip to about taking someone’s swimming in supervised Traffic Safety Administra- JBSA AFADD is a group taking several precautions the beach or the lake, keys if they have been areas, entering feet first tion, or NHTSA. that can prevent mishaps, Kilpack said swimmers drinking too much, or not in water and never using The NHTSA and law See SAFETY, P17 PAGE 8 NEWS LEADER SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 Survival rates improving for Soldiers wounded in combat, says Army surgeon general

By David Vergun improved survival rates, ties, she pointed out. Army News Service West said. Communications Soldiers, not just med- channels have also been About 92 percent of ics, are receiving much established with follow- Soldiers wounded in Iraq better training in lifesav- on treatment centers, and Afghanistan have ing techniques, and Army including Walter Reed made it home alive, ac- medicine has continued National Military Medical cording to Lt. Gen. Nadja to advance, she said. Center, Md.; Naval Medi- Y. West, Army surgeon Another reason is that cal Center San Diego; and general and commander casualties are transported the Army’s burn center at of the U.S. Army Medical swiftly back to hospitals Fort Sam Houston. Command at Fort Sam and receive excellent During a recent video Houston. care en route. teleconference, West That’s the highest Other contributing recalled, physicians in the percentage in the history factors are less obvious, U.S. were able to see that of warfare, despite the she said, like improved a Soldier’s head wound rising severity of battle communication from the was causing inter-cranial injuries from increasingly point of injury. pressure and advised lethal weapons, West said For example, a video medical staff to address in Washington, D.C., Aug. teleconference line has while still in theater. 18, as she spoke to the been established between Open communications Defense Writers Group. forces deployed in channels also mean that The survival rate in Afghanistan and Iraq medical staff stateside Vietnam was around 75 back to Landstuhl can better prepare for percent, she told her Regional Medical Center, an incoming casualty, audience. There are a Germany, which is usually number of reasons for the first stop for casual- See SURVIVAL, P15

Photo by Marleah Miller Soldiers in a tactical critical care evacuation team prepare for a patient transfer mission at Forward Operat- ing Base Orgun East, Afghanistan. About 92 percent of Soldiers wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan have made it home alive, said Lt. Gen. Nadja Y. West, surgeon general of the Army and commander of U.S. Army Medical Command at Fort Sam Houston. SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 NEWS LEADER PAGE 9 September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month By Dan Munford military to combat child- other healthy foods at • Make water the norm 436th Aerospace Medicine Squadron hood obesity is the 5210 planned times through- for quenching thirst – Dover Air Force Base, Del. Healthy Military Childhood out the day. Let children drink water when you are Campaign. choose whether and how thirsty and offer water to The World Health The 5210 Healthy Mili- much they eat. thirsty children. Organization declared obe- tary Childhood Campaign • Sparkling water, still sity a global epidemic. targets venues where (2) Limit their screen water with slices of lemon, Over the past 30 years, military families live, time to no more than and fruity herbal iced teas this epidemic has been work and play. It pro- two hours are fun alternatives to affecting our children. The vides tips on how military Screen time is free time plain water. obesity rate in America families can incorporate spent in front of screens • Nonfat and 1 percent has doubled in children the program’s principles – like televisions, video milk and 100 percent and quadrupled in adoles- into their lives. The games, and the Internet. It fruit and vegetable juices cents over this time frame. campaign focuses on four is possible to get enough contain beneficial nutrients One in six children in areas that affect child- physical activity and still and also calories, so think the U.S. has obesity, and hood obesity and encour- engage in an unhealthy of them as foods contribut- they are more likely to ages children to do the amount of screen time – ing towards your family’s become adults with obesity following everyday: so encourage your family diet. According to the Centers to find other fun ways to for Disease Control. (5) Eat five or more spend their free time. What can parents do Children with obesity servings of fresh fruits • Turn off televisions to help their child? are more likely to have and vegetables and put away cell phones 1.Offer new fruits and pre-diabetes, type 2 diabe- Fruits and vegetables during meals and enjoy Photo courtesy MilitaryOneSource vegetables and encourage tes, high blood pressure, provide a lot of nutrients spending time together as your child is to take at high cholesterol levels and and water without a lot of a family. cancer and cardiovascular with like-minded families least three bites. they are also at increased calories. They also contain • Work with your chil- diseases, and help you or sign up your family for 2. Keep the TV and risk of developing sleep fiber and a variety of dren to identify a variety sleep better at night – a charity walk – if you’re video games out of the apnea as well as bone and phytochemicals that help of activities they enjoy that plus, it can be a lot of fun! accountable to someone child’s bedroom. joint problems. prevent cancer, heart dis- do not involve screens. Look for activities your else, you may be more 3. Take a family walk The CDC estimates that ease, and other diseases. Encourage these activities family can enjoy together likely to stay active. after dinner. 1 of 3 children born in Young children often reject during leisure time and so everyone can reap the 4. 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Watch out for For more information consumption of sugary kitchen so they learn how (1) Engage in at least great alternative to the ice drinks with the following on childhood obesity, visit beverages, decreased to make healthy foods. one hour of physical cream shop to celebrate a ingredients: sugar, honey, https://nccd.cdc.gov/dnpab- physical activity and in- • Eat together as a activity job well done. sweetener, syrup (e.g., mi/calculator.aspx or http:// creased time engaging in family and model healthy Moving your body is a • Walk or bike as a corn syrup, brown rice www.militaryonesource. sedentary activities. eating to your children. great way to burn calo- family to get where you’re syrup), and/or ingredi- mil/health-and-wellness/ One program be- • Offer a variety of ries, improve your mood, going. ents ending in “ose” (e.g., healthy-living?content_ ing encouraged by the fruits and vegetables and boost your energy, prevent • Set up activity dates glucose, dextrose). id=282401. PAGE 10 SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Buchanan takes command of U.S. Army North (Fifth Army)

By Sgt. 1st Class Wynn Hoke U.S. Army North Public Affairs

Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan took command of U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) Friday at the Quadrangle at Fort Sam Houston in front of family, friends, Soldiers and distinguished members of the community. Air Force Gen. Lori J. Robinson, commander, Northern Aerospace Defense and United States Northern Command, presided over the change of command cer- emony. Buchannan previously served as the Army North director of operations from May 2006 to November 2007. “Having served at U.S. Army North and Fort Sam Houston earlier in my career, my family and I are thrilled to be back in Military City USA,” Buchanan said. “I’m honored for this opportunity to command Army North and serve as Senior Commander, Fort Sam Hous- ton and Camp Bullis.” “The service members, civilians, and contractors on these installations have accomplished great things,” he continued. “I look forward to building on those accom- plishments through hard work and unity of effort.” Buchanan received his commission as an infantry of- ficer in May 1982 after graduating from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Ecology. He also holds a Master of Arts in Leadership Development from the United States Military Academy. Buchanan’s military education includes the Infantry Officer Basic and Advanced Courses at Fort Benning, Ga.; the United States Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, Kan.; and a Senior Service College Fellowship in Geneva, Switzerland. His duty assignments include command and staff positions within the 82nd Airborne Division, 25th Infantry Division, 101st Airborne Division and 10th Mountain Division. He also served as a company and battalion tactical officer at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y; the director for operations (J3) of Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan addresses U.S. Army North military members, family, friends and distinguished guests after assuming command Joint Task Force Full Accounting, and the senior light of ARNORTH during the change of command ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Friday. infantry task force trainer at the National Training Center. (Fifth Army) director of operations at Fort Sam Buchanan served as I Corps deputy commanding general Buchanan served four tours in Iraq, and from 2003- Houston until November 2007. From 2007 through from 2012-2013, and then commanded the U.S. Army 2004 he was the Director of the Operations (C3), 2009, he served as 10th Mountain Division deputy Military District of Washington/Joint Force Headquarters- Coalition Military Assistance Training Team. Between commanding general, including a deployment to Iraq National Capitol Region from 2013-2015. He most re- 2004 and 2006, he commanded the 2nd Brigade, 75th as the Multi-National Division-South. cently served as the Resolute Support DCOS-Operations/ Division (Mission Command Training) and deployed a Following an assignment as the G-3/5/7 for the U.S. deputy commander (Operations) for US Forces- second time to Iraq to serve as an advisor to the Iraqi Army Reserve Command, he returned to Iraq for his Afghanistan from 2015-2016. Special Police Commando Division. fourth tour as the director of strategic effects (J9), U.S. He and his wife have been married 32 years and Upon his return, he served as the U.S. Army North Forces Iraq, from July 2010 to December 2011. have three adult children. PAGE 10 SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 NEWS LEADER PAGE 11

Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan received his third star at a promotion ceremony at Fort Sam Houston Friday from his mother, Carolyn (left) and wife, Laura (right), shortly before he assumed command of U.S. Army North (Fifth Army).

Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Wynn Hoke Laura Buchanan, wife of Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, receives roses from a U.S. Army North Soldier to welcome her to the ARNORTH family during the ARNORTH change of command ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Friday.

Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan (second from left) receives the colors from Gen. Lori J. Robinson (left), commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command to assume command of U.S. Army North and the senior mission commander of Fort Sam Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan sits with his family during the U.S. Army North change of command ceremony at the Fort Houston and Camp Bullis from Lt. Gen. Perry L. Wiggins (third from left) during the U.S. Army Sam Houston Quadrangle Friday. Buchanan assumed command of ARNORTH in front of hundreds of military members, North change of command ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Friday. family, friends and distinguished members of the community. PAGE 12 NEWS LEADER SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

Courtesy photo illustration Breastfeeding awareness: nutrition is key to a healthy baby

By J.D. Levite sandwich with a cup of Air Force Surgeon General skim milk.” Public Affairs A healthy and bal- anced diet produces There are many quality breast milk for aspects of breastfeeding the baby, so all of the that mothers should be calorie intake, even the aware of, but one of the extra ones, should come most important things from nutritious sources. to know is how personal “There should be a nutrition and diet can wide variety of food from impact the baby. all the food groups,” Maj. Saunya Bright, Bright said. “The goal nutrition consultant for would be to focus on Air Combat Command and lean meats, low fat or a mother of three. She non-fat dairy products, said “choosing a healthy fruits and vegetables, balanced diet, having a and whole grains breads healthy lifestyle, ensur- and cereals.” ing one is taking pre- A mother’s daily diet natal supplements, and should include 6 ounces increasing one’s nutrient of protein, 7 ounces requirements” are all of whole grain foods, important when breast- 3 cups of dairy and feeding. 3 cups each of fruits Mothers should be and vegetables, Bright taking in upwards of said. People who don’t 400 extra calories a eat meat can get their day while pregnant and protein from eggs, lentils preparing to breastfeed, or dry beans. Any dairy Bright said. “I don’t think consumed should be low people appreciate that fat and fortified with all the time,” Bright said. calcium and Vitamin D. “They try to restrict in While this all might an effort to lose weight, seem pretty standard for but while breastfeeding any healthy diet, new restricting calories is not mothers need to be much a wise choice. You’re not more aware of what a eating for two adults. bad diet can mean. Four hundred more calo- ries a day is the equiva- See BREASTFEEDING, lent of a ham and cheese P13 SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 NEWS LEADER PAGE 13 New tourniquet will save many lives, Army surgeon general predicts By David Vergun tourniquet cannot be nel, though it may in the the Army, for a long time Army News Service used to stop hemor- future become available remained concerned that rhaging in the abdomen, to line troops, she said. their use could cause Hemorrhage control is chest, groin, waist, pelvis In developing the limb damage. the No. 1 thing you can or armpit. design for the new Concerns also involved do to save lives on the Developed at Army tourniquet, Army medi- the effects of improper battlefield, said Lt. Gen. Medical Research and cal personnel visited the placement of tourniquets Nadja Y. West. Materiel Command, Fort port mortuary at Dover and the effects of extend- “Stop the bleeding as Dietrich, Maryland, the Air Force Base, Del., to ed use. soon as you can, and junctional tourniquet is examine the remains of “We got away from stop it as much as you essentially a belt with Soldiers who are de- tourniquets for a while,” can,” said West, who one or more inflatable ceased. They also exam- West said. serves as surgeon gen- air bladders that can be ined the body armor they But during recent eral of the Army and puffed up, somewhat like had worn. conflicts in Iraq and commander of the Army a blood pressure cuff, “Were there things Afghanistan, the use of Medical Command at to apply pressure to a missing in the body conventional tourniquets Fort Sam Houston. West wound. armor? Were their gaps? Photo by Ellen Crown saved many lives, she spoke at a meeting of the The device can be Were there recurring The Army Medical Materiel Agency is fielding a new junctional tour- said. Proper tourniquet Defense Writer’s Group in deployed to stop hem- injuries in a particular niquet designed to save Warfighters from bleeding to death on the use, and proper train- Washington, D.C., Aug. 18. orrhaging in about 60 spot?” West said, describ- battlefield. Junctional tourniquets are designed to stop the bleeding ing for first responders, One of the latest ad- seconds. ing the kinds of questions in the groin or armpit area where the Combat Application Tourniquet remains key to ensuring vances in treating hemor- The junctional tourni- medical personnel asked cannot be used. The junctional tourniquet is designed like a belt with their effective and safe rhaging on the battlefield, quet is now being fielded themselves. air bladders that can be positioned in about 60 seconds – a crucial use. West said, is what is to Soldiers in harm’s Another capability de- factor for combat medics who only have mere minutes to save a fellow One case in point of known as the “junctional way, but it’s so new – just veloped as a result of the warfighter’s life if he or she is hemorrhaging. how conventional tour- tourniquet,” which can months since fielding – same research but which niquets can save lives is be applied to wounds in that West hasn’t yet been has been around for doesn’t just protect quets have a long history the story of Lt. Col. Greg ways not possible with briefed on how many lives some time now, she said, genitalia, she said, it also in the Army and in the Gadson, who lost both conventional tourniquets. it has saved, though she is the ballistic undergar- protects the large arteries medical community. of his legs to a roadside Traditionally, a medic believes the number will ment, which can lessen and vessels found in the While tourniquets were bomb in Iraq in 2007. or fellow Soldier can be significant over time. damage sustained in a groin area that, if dam- used in World War II and West said Gadson attri- apply a tourniquet just The new tourniquet is blast, such as that of a aged, could result in sub- the Civil War, the medi- butes his survival to a fel- to a person’s limb, she currently being fielded roadside bomb. stantial hemorrhaging. cal community, including low Soldier who applied explained. A traditional only to medical person- The protective gear Conventional tourni- medical practitioners in tourniquets to his limbs.

BREASTFEEDING they aren’t getting the spices like garlic. when they’re cooked much fish or shellfish Nutrition and Dietetics from P12 nutrients they need. If “They will know or steamed well, but if because of the mercury • http://www.acog.org/ the diet is poor it can almost instantly once they have them raw it content. - The American Congress “It impacts the qual- affect milk production they’re nursing whether will affect the nursing There are several of Obstetricians and ity of the breast milk, as a whole.” or not something they baby.” resources Bright recom- Gynecologists the nutrient content,” Moms should also ate is agreeable to Bright mentioned mends for breastfeeding • http://www.llli. Bright said. “If it’s a be wary of particularly the baby,” she said. other substances moms mothers who need more org/ - La Leche League poor quality diet, it strong foods, especially “There are instances should avoid, such as: information: International, a support could affect growth and foods that are spicy or where moms can have excessive amounts of • http://www.eatright. group for breastfeeding development because gassy or have strong some of those foods caffeine, alcohol and too org/ - the Academy of mothers. PAGE 14 NEWS LEADER SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 Devoted Air Force veteran serves community with art By Staff Sgt. Michael Ellis Vance started considering things in combat, so for years 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs a career in the military after they have shut themselves off being laid off from a job as a from the rest of the world,” “I seldom create things to night shift maintenance worker said Vance. “It’s an amazing please other people; I normally at a department store. feeling seeing the veterans in create things with the mindset “I wanted to see the world a positive, non-threatening that I’m making something but I had no money. How- environment open up, laugh that I would want to display ever, I knew I needed to go and interact as they learn new in my own home,” said the on my own, needed to see skills.” man with many accolades what was out there,” he said. Today, Vance continues and awarding-winning pieces “I had family members from learning new skills after taken adorning the walls around his other branches of the military up a new form of art that drafting table. but none had been in the Air occupies the majority of his Before retiring in 2010, Force, so I walked into the weekends. then-Master Sgt. Cody Vance recruiter’s office one day and “I started stone sculpting in was the last active-duty Air got the ball rolling.” 2008 and that has become my Force graphic illustrator – the Vance wanted to come in passion,” explained Vance. “It career field being eliminated as a graphic artist but there was completely different from three years prior. Today, he was a year and a half waiting the two-dimensional art I was continues serving the Air Force list at the time, so he told the used to.” as a medical illustrator at the recruiter to just give him a job He elaborated on how when 59th Medical Wing and serving where he can go anywhere in working with stone, it’s a sub- the community with his award- the world. tractive process so every action winning and still-emerging A few months later, he was must be strategic and methodi- artistic abilities. sporting a beret, carrying an Courtesy photo cal since once you make a cut Despite winning Department M-16 and heading off to his Retired Master Sgt. Cody Vance speaks about his vision behind creating his Post- you can’t take it back. of Defense’s Graphic Artist of first duty station at Buchel Traumatic Stress Disorder art piece during a recent Open the Door Veterans’ Project “It’s a whole different mind- the Year for three consecutive Air Base, Germany. Within event. The Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder art has been reproduced and seen all over set; it was all my own design. years, the only person to ac- two weeks of his arrival, real- the world and is currently part of the Pentagon’s Air Force Art Program. It was my own everything,” complish such a feat since the ity hit as the U.S. launched said Vance. “Whenever I recre- DOD included the career field airstrikes against Libya in re- from where he grew up, he his skills as a government ate a drawing or painting from into its annual awards pro- taliation to its sponsorship of was instrumental in setting up civilian to produce medical a photograph, I can only claim gram in 2001, Vance believes terrorist activities against U.S. the first underground muni- illustrations for the largest it to certain point.” he didn’t really come into his service members and citizens. tions storage system. medical organization in the Working with stone has potential until his mid-forties. “It was 0530 on a morning Outside of his normal day- DOD – the 59th Medical Wing. given Vance the opportunity to “I was living in a vacuum, scheduled for normal ABGD to-day responsibilities, Vance Now, 33 pieces of his artwork really test his artistic abilities. artistically. I’ve always been (Air Base Ground Defense) painted murals on buildings for have been donated to the Air “Some sculptors want the able to draw what I could training. We were all gathered the security forces squadrons, Force Art program at the perfectly cut block so they can see but creatives need other awaiting orders for the day some date back to the late 80s Pentagon. draw on it,” he said. “I want creatives around them to help when the training NCO walked and are still present today. In his spare time, Vance is the ones that have the twisted grow,” he said. in and said, “Good morning “The best part of being an involved with the Open the natural shape, the shape they The self-made artist and everyone and congratulations, artist when working with cops Door Veterans’ pilot program. come out of the ground with. It native of Albuquerque, N.M., the United States has just is that it gets you time off from The program brings together gets my creative wheels churn- started drawing at a young bombed Libya and we are now work to do special projects,” he veterans who suffer from ing. So far, I’ve completed age. He recalled receiving art in threat condition Charlie, joke. “I really enjoyed being a post-traumatic stress disorder. around 100 sculptures since supplies every year for his Vance recalled. “And then he cop, especially the camarade- “Art is such a healing thing,” starting eight years ago.” birthday but he didn’t have said, ‘Go exchange your blanks rie. Some of my best friends to Vance said. “I really enjoy be- Talking with Vance, one anyone around him to help for live ammo and get your- this day are those made in the ing involved in things that have thing rings loudly, he’s develop his craft. selves ready.’ cops.” meaning and a positive impact humble about his ability and “The grownups would ask if “Big reality check; I was no In 1997, Vance finally got in people’s lives.” talent. When talking with oth- I was going to be an architect,” longer in the South Valley and the opportunity to do what he Vance, San Antonio program ers, he’s uncomfortable with Vance laughingly explained. this was no longer training. It has excelled at since he was a manager for the non-profit praise or accolades and will “Not knowing what that really was real,” he continued. youngster. He retrained to be a organization, and others like usually deflect with a smile. meant, I would just agree and Vance spent the first 12 graphic artist. him, help veterans return to “It keeps me out of trouble,” press on. You see cartoons years of his career as a After three months of train- a civilian lifestyle by creating he says. on television growing up and security police Airman and ing at the Defense Information a support network that allows To see more of Vance’s think the sky is the limit. worked various positions from School, Fort Meade, Md., he them to express themselves work, visit his profile on Then, as you get some maturi- patrol to alarm monitor for was sent to Brooks Air Force through art and aids the the Air Force Art Collec- ty and experience under your nuclear weapons sites. During Base, Texas, to be a medical healing process. tion website at http://www. belt, you realize art can be a his second assignment, while illustrator. “Many of the veterans who afapo.hq.af.mil/Presenta- very challenging way to make stationed at Kirtland Air Force Vance retired from active attend these therapeutic work- tion/common/artistsdetail. a living.” Base, N.M., only a few miles duty in 2010, but he still uses shops have experienced wicked fm?Letter=V&value=2627. SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 NEWS LEADER PAGE 15 Air Force military ambassador 502ND ABW/JBSA COMMANDER SIGNS PREPAREDNESS MONTH program accepting applications PROCLAMATION Two articulate, self- strengthens Joint and assigned to JBSA confident Air Force, Base San Antonio’s are eligible to apply Air Force Reserve or relationship with the to be a military Air National Guard local community while ambassador. Nomina- members are needed educating the public tion packages will be to serve as military about the Air Force,” distributed to public ambassadors at com- said Bill Gaines, affairs offices across munity events to rep- 502nd Air Base Wing JBSA Sept. 5. Once resent Joint Base San Public Affairs at JBSA- nominated, candi- Antonio in 2017. Fort Sam Houston dates appear before One male and one civic outreach chief. a selection board of female ambassador “The ambassadors are chief master sergeants are chosen each year given the opportunity and former Air Force to represent the Air to showcase the pro- ambassadors. The se- Force at many com- fessionalism and skills lection panel reviews munity events and of the Air Force while applications, conducts promote the military’s fostering a positive interviews and selects commitment and rela- rapport in the com- the ambassadors. tionship with the local munity.” Nomination deadline communities around All E-4 to E-7 Air is Oct. 3. For more South Texas. Force members, 21 information, call 808- “The program years old and older 0002. Photo by Steve Elliott Brig. Gen. Heather L. Pringle (front right), 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, signs a letter proclamating National Preparedness Month, which is recognized through- out September, while Army Col. Mark A. Lee (front left), 502nd ABW and JBSA vice commander; and (from left, back row) Lynda Lazo, executive assistant to the 502nd ABW and JBSA vice commander and technical director; Master Sgt. Adrianne Huskey, executive assistant to the 502nd ABW and JBSA command chief; and Capt. Angelie Wanner, 502nd ABW and JBSA executive officer, look on at wing headquarters Aug. 24. National Preparedness Month serves as a reminder for people to take action to prepare, now and throughout the year, for the types of emergencies that could affect individuals where they live, work and visit.

SURVIVAL from P8 “That’s unprecedent- will also play a vital role, ed,” she said. she said. Telehealth, West added. But in a conflict with employing telecommu- While battlefield sur- a near-peer enemy U.S. nications technologies vival rates continue to forces cannot count on to deliver virtual medi- improve, Soldiers in fu- that level of air superior- cal services, has already ture conflicts may not be ity, West said. So Army come a long way. so fortunate, West said. medicine is looking for In the near future, a In the conflicts in Iraq alternative ways of treat- Soldier could be fitted and Afghanistan, the U.S. ment. with medical sensors that forces had the luxury of For one, the Army will collect and relay medical air superiority and could be asking a lot more of data to an intensive care evacuate casualties al- its medics in the future. specialist, or a vascu- most at will, she said. That could mean teach- lar surgeon in the U.S. A Soldier with a head ing them sophisticated could instruct a medical wound in Afghanistan techniques and proce- provider in theater to do could arrive from the dures that they currently a relatively complex pro- Photo by Melissa Peterson point of injury to Bethesda don’t perform. First cedure on a blood vessel. Tech. Sgt. Steven Nowicki and Tech. Sgt. Jacqueline Crow, 2016 Air Force military ambassadors, Naval Medical Center responders, those non- “It won’t make that speak with veteran Rodrick Killebrew and his wife Gloria while presenting a valentine card during where the medical spe- medics in the fight, will person a trauma sur- the 2016 National Salute to Veteran Patients program Feb. 19 at the Audie Murphy Veterans Affairs cialist was standing by also be asked to do more, geon,” West said. “But Hospital in San Antonio. The military ambassadors and Joint Base San Antonio military leaders were within 24 hours of being she said. that reach-back could on hand to distribute valentines and visit with veteran patients. wounded, she said. Advances in telehealth help when needed.” PAGE 16 NEWS LEADER SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 Annual wreath laying ceremony honors 108th anniversary of President Johnson’s birth By Senior Airman Lynsie Nichols these two special occa- great society,” Pringle JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs sions, this beautiful land, said in her closing re- especially considering marks. Every year since the number of national The ceremony con- Aug. 27, 1973, a public parks our 36th President cluded with memories wreath-laying ceremony touched and the passion shared from Libby Hulett, takes place at Lyndon that he and Lady Bird LBJ Park’s first curator; B. Johnson National shared for protecting our Barney Hulett, an Army Historical Park at the nation’s land, air, water veteran who served with gravesite of former and wilderness,” said the the helicopter support President Lyndon B. event’s guest speaker, unit for the White House Johnson to observe his Brig. Gen. Heather L. and as a personal pilot birthday and the contri- Pringle, 502nd Air Base for the Johnson family; butions he made to our Wing and Joint Base San and Mike Howard, a nation. Antonio commander. retired United States This year’s ceremony “With this wreath lay- Secret Service Agent was a continuation of the ing today, we celebrate who served on protective tradition that was started President Johnson’s Photo by Johnny Saldivar details for Johnson. by Johnson’s wife, legacy and in his own Brig. Gen. Heather L. Pringle (right), 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, and There was also a read- Claudia “Lady Bird” words, ‘we can draw les- Russ Whitlock (center), Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park superintendent, salute the grave of ing of the names of the Johnson, and is now sons from the past, but President Lyndon B. Johnson during a wreath laying ceremony Aug. 27 at LBJ National Historical Park. 72 national park sites sponsored by the we cannot live it.’” The event is a long-standing tradition sponsored by the National Historical Park Service that honors the created or expanded by National Park Service. As a congressman and only U.S. president born and raised in Texas. President Johnson. This year’s event honored president, Johnson pur- In his book, “Vantage what would have been sued laws that cut taxes regation by prohibiting said. “This ranch was his he held staff meetings Point,” Johnson writes, the 108th anniversary of and improved urban employers from using retreat and he used it to beneath the stately tree “My deepest attitudes and President Johnson’s birth. renewal, environmental discriminatory practices entertain politicians, advi- in front of the house. beliefs were shaped by a During his time as beautification and conser- and outlawing housing sors and dignitaries.” “Today, millions of closeness to the land and president, Johnson urged vation. He also advocated discrimination. Johnson was the first Americans have a better it was only natural for the nation “to build a and achieved the Pringle also mentioned President to create a and more secure place me to think of preserv- great society, a place Voting Rights Act, ensur- the love Johnson and functioning White House to live, work and raise a ing it. I wanted to leave where the meaning of ing every American citi- Lady Bird felt for their away from Washington. family. As for tomorrow, to future generations a man’s life matches the zen would have an equal home on the ranch. He spent approximately as long as we honor and glimpse of the world as marvels of man’s labor.” right to vote as well as “Though Johnson lived 25 percent of his presi- understand President God really made it, not “I can’t think of a two Civil Rights Acts that in D.C., he and Lady Bird dency at the ranch and Johnson’s legacy, we can as it looked when we got better place to celebrate helped eliminate seg- called Texas home,” she it is documented that achieve his vision of that through with it.” Antiterrorism efforts are everyone’s responsibility By Jason McLendon Installation Management potential circumstances and insider threat actions coming a target. For ex- ing our Army communities IMCOM Provost Marshal/ Command Protection that could develop,” Roth to violent terrorists and ample, become current on against this ever-evolving Protection Office Branch Chief Dale Roth. said, “Placing them as a radicalized active shoot- all required antiterrorism and persistent terrorist “But it is always important target of opportunity or ers to breaches in our and active shooter train- threat.” As Antiterrorism to take extraordinary ac- consequential victim of a security through the use of ing, rehearse individual The online antiterrorism Awareness Month comes tion to increase awareness terrorist attack.” unmanned aerial systems and collective response class at http://jko.jten.mil to a close, it’s important across our Army commu- Multiple attacks over or cyber-attacks. As these options, maintain high is not limited to uniformed to remember that vigi- nities worldwide, all year the past year in both our threats continue, so must vigilance and awareness, personnel, and there is a lance is required year- long.” homeland and abroad our vigilance, to include and know when and how “non-CAC holders” link round to protect ourselve “The only way to have resulted in increased maintaining a keen aware- to report any suspicious on the training home from the global threat of prevent, protect, mitigate, force protection actions ness and understanding activity. page. Roth encourages terrorism. respond and recover col- on our installations, but of actions to take when “It is imperative that spouses to take the class, “The awareness month lectively and as individuals there still remains a need observing and responding not only leaders but all and for parents to discuss program presented an op- when faced with a hostile to remain vigilant and to these activities. Army personnel par- what they’ve learned with portunity to highlight the situation is to know what maintain an ever increas- As individuals and ticipate in AT Awareness children in an age-appro- seriousness of this impor- to watch for, and how to ing awareness of activities units, we must synchro- activities year-round,” priate manner. tant topic given today’s respond,” Roth explained. around us. nize awareness efforts to Roth said. “We must be “Keeping us safe is threat environment,” said “Our personnel must Threats may range avoid circumstances that consistent in reinforcing everyone’s responsibility,” Headquarters U.S. Army remain mindful of the from local criminal activity could increase risk of be- the importance of protect- he said. “Year round.” SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 NEWS LEADER PAGE 17

mil. All issues for the 2016 AFAP and toddlers; open to parents and Conference must be received no their children. Registration is not Some IDs may be invalid starting Sept. 15 later than Friday. To become a required. Call 221-2418. volunteer or for more information By Toni Smith include a valid required to THE GATE about AFAP, call 221-2705. Army Pre-Separation Secretary of the Air Force U.S. or foreign be physically Counseling Public Affairs government present with Armed Forces Action Plan Organizational Point Tuesday-Friday, 8:30-11:30 issued passport, the individual The Armed Forces Action Plan, Of Contact VMIS a.m., Soldier for Life, building Individuals will no lon- an employment for the dura- or AFAP, is a tool to manage change Mondays, 1-4 p.m., Military 2264. A mandatory counseling ger be able to access Air authorization tion of the and improve the well-being of the & Family Readiness Center, for all Soldiers separating from Force installations with a document that visit to the military community. This powerful building 2797. Unit and agency federal service. Begin the process state-issued identification contains a base,” said process gives service members, re- organizational points of contact, 18 months prior to separation card or driver’s license photograph, or Lt. Col. Tony tirees, Reservists, Department of De- or OPOCs, will receive training date. Call 221-1213. from Minnesota, Missouri, ID cards issued Castillo, fense civilians, survivors, teens, and with the Volunteer Management Washington or American by federal state or local Headquarters Air Force their family members an opportunity Information System, or VMIS. Post-Deployment Resiliency Samoa beginning Sept. 15. government agencies that branch chief of police to identify critical issues concern- Open to all registered OPOC’s. Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Military This new change aligns include a photo and bio- services. “Installation ing the readiness, morale, welfare Call 221-2418. & Family Readiness Center, build- the Air Force’s installa- graphic information. commanders may still or quality of life in the Joint Base ing 2797. Service members sched- tion access policy with According to Air Force deny access and issuance San Antonio military community. Volunteer Management uled to deploy, go on temporary requirements of the Real officials, all individuals of access credentials if Ideas, suggestions and concerns Information System duty longer than 30 days or go on ID Act, which focuses on attempting to gain access their background check are presented to senior leadership Mondays, 1-4 p.m., Military a remote assignment are required improving the reliability of to an Air Force installa- determines the individual for action and resolution. AFAP & Family Readiness Center, to attend this briefing. Registra- state-issued identification tion without a Defense represents a threat or also gives commanders a gauge building 2797. Volunteers will tion required, call 221-2418. documents and helps pre- Department ID card will negatively impacts the to validate concerns and measure receive hands-on training with the vent a person’s ability to be subject to a routine safety or security of an satisfaction; results in legislation, Volunteer Management Information 10 Steps To A Federal Job evade detection by using a background check. installation’s personnel or policies, programs, and services System, or VMIS. Open to all regis- Wednesday, 9-11 a.m., Military fraudulent form of ID. Those who do not have resources.” that strengthen readiness and reten- tered volunteers. Call 221-2418. & Family Readiness Center, build- While IDs that do not the accepted documenta- For a full list of Real ID tion. To submit an idea, issue, or ing 2797. Review the USAJOBS meet security and data- tion for installation access Act compliant and non- suggestion, fill out a comment form Helping Us Grow website and learn how to search collection guidelines will will not be permitted to complaint states, visit the in-person at the Military & Family Securely Playgroup for jobs, track applications, and not be accepted, alternate enter the base without an Department of Homeland Readiness Center, visit http://go.usa. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, what to include on a federal forms of identification will approved escort. Security’s website at https:// gov/x3WwA, or email usaf.jbsa.502- Middle School Teen Center, build- resume. Registration required, be allowed. Some of the “If an individual is www.dhs.gov/current- abw.mbx.502-fss-volunteer@mail. ing 2515. A playgroup for infants call 221-2418. more common alternatives escorted, the sponsor is status-states-territories.

The Air Force released the 2016 staff sergeant promotion SAFETY from P7 service if they have been For those JBSA mem- eye protection, hearing list Aug. 25. There were 39,064 eligible and 16,506 were drinking. bers who plan to stay protection and gloves,” selected with a 42.25 percent selection rate Air Force wide. of active-duty members Also, JBSA members home and do house- he said. and volunteers from all should tell their family work during the Labor To help plan a safe Joint Base Sadie Hackler Michael Piccirilli San Antonio- Derek Havens Jake Quichocho three JBSA locations that and friends about their Day holiday, Kilpack trip during the Labor Fort Sam Houston Lindsey Hawkins Jessica Rector provide service members, travel plans, including said there are several Day weekend, active- Joshua Hendricks Ashley Robinson Department of Defense trip dates and locations precautions they can duty members can take Cyrus Anguita Trevor Holley Erica Rockensock civilian employees and of where they will be take to do their projects the TRIPS, or Travel Jacob Auckerman Sheena Holloway Daniel Rutledge military dependents rides staying, according to the safely. Risk Planning System, Felicia Banks Jamil Jefferson Zurisarai Salas home on Friday and American Red Cross. “Use the proper tools, online survey at https:// Morgan Bennett Kyle Jeter Amanda Saturday. Travelers should provide make sure your tools trips.safety.army.mil. Lianne Blackburn Kelsey Kane Schwochow In addition, Kilpack contact numbers to fam- and equipment are ser- The survey helps service Wesley Booth Corey Kelley Christian Soto Mary Boyd Victoria Keyes Branden Taveras said JBSA members can ily or friends in case of viceable and use proper members recognize and Dejuan Brunson Amy Lamunion Breona Taylor call a cab or ride-sharing an emergency. safety equipment such as reduce travel risks. Matthewdenice Duncan Joshua Terraza Buan Leuenberger Shaywood Megan Ryan Burdge Erica Lozano Thibodeaux RETIREMENT lion active, Reserve and through the military’s and informational re- Tyler Byrd Shawn Lubbers Trenton Traub from P2 National Guard members Joint Knowledge Online sources as they become Tedario Cassel Nephi Marston Nicholas Wales and their families. or at (http://www.) available. It is incum- Paul Cathcart Nichole Martinez Breanna Walker Reserve and National The Blended Retire- MilitaryOneSource. bent that service mem- Steven Cattani Austin Matheis Camille White Ashton Clare Chad McCoy Dillon White Guard members and ment System Leader mil. Although geared bers who are eligible Emily Conger Josiy McEndree Kyle Whitlock their families. Course is one of four towards leaders, the to opt into the Blended William Council Rachel McIntosh Deanthony The Blended targeted education course is available to Retirement System dur- Torrey Cox Jamie Miller Williams Retirement System courses for leaders, all service members ing 2018 be equipped Brendon Dillman Adam Molzof Jenny Wilson Leader Course, released financial and retire- and their families. with the knowledge Kianna Dorman Travis Napaepae Hunter Wimpee June 1, is one of four ment counselors, No service member necessary to make the Delainey Doughty Cameron Near targeted education cours- service members and needs to make a deci- best decision for their Princeter Fazon Leah Nesmith JBSA-Camp Bullis Zachary Ferguson Justin Netcher es for leaders, financial their families who are sion until Jan. 1, 2018. own individual circum- Tony Galloway Alexande Newton Steven Brown and retirement counsel- eligible to opt-in and However, all service stances. Johnathan Garcia Cory Nichols Devin Edwards ors, is on educating and individuals new to the members should take Jose Garcia Kenia Olonan Douglas Meekins training over two mil- military. It is available advantage of training (Source: U.S. Air Force) Brian Golding Dana Parks PAGE 18 NEWS LEADER SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

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