Groundbreaking Celebrates Future Stuttgart Schools by S.J

November 28, 2013

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Groundbreaking celebrates future Stuttgart schools By S.J. Grady USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office

ilitary and community leaders gath- ered Nov. 12 to break ground for the Mnew elementary and high schools being built in Böblingen, near Panzer Kaserne. With construction already under way at the Pan- zer Local Training Area, the ceremony allowed representatives from U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, the German State Construction Office Reutlingen and Supreme Finance Department Karlsruhe, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Europe District and Department of Defense Dependents Schools-Europe to celebrate the long-awaited projects coming to fruition. “This project is the No. 1 priority for the Stutt- gart military community. We’ve been working to get new schools to the U.S. military community here in Stuttgart for years,” said U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander Col. John P. Stack during the ceremony. “We know the current schools are severely un- dersized. This campus will dramatically improve the infrastructure support for our students, teachers and parents as they work together … toward greater R. Slade Walters levels of academic excellence,” Stack said. Representatives from U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, the German government, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Department of Defense Dependent Schools and two Patch High School students officially See Groundbreaking on page 4 break ground for the new Panzer Kaserne schools construction project Nov. 12. Stuttgart family member named finalist for Operation Rising Star By Robert Dozier from USAG Humphreys, Korea. of competition will be recorded, and move ahead in the competition. Every U.S. Army Installation Finalists from installations in the the general public will be able to view stage of the competition will be scored Management Command U.S. include: Sgt. Christiana Ball from and vote for their favorite performer to based on a combination of votes from Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.; Pfc. Kiari the public and from the judges. rmy Entertainment has Mhoon from Joint Base Lewis-Mc- The initial performance will be announced the 12 finalists Chord, Wash.; family members Sarah available online at www.OpRisingStar. Aslated to compete in Op- Hopkins from Joint Base Langley- com on Dec. 8, followed by semi-finals eration Rising Star in December. Eustis, Va., Charrie Mae Riggs from and finals on Dec. 10 and 12. The win- U.S. Installation Management Fort Campbell, Ky., and Joyce Severino ner of the 2013 competition will be Command G9 Family and Morale, from U.S. Army Garrison Schofield revealed on Dec. 14. Welfare and Recreation programs will Barracks, Hawaii; and from California, Installation Management Com- host and conduct the finals at Fort Sam 2nd Lt. Derrick Bishop from Fort Irwin, mand G9 MWR programs operate and Houston Theatre, to determine the 2013 and Sgt. Scott Harris from the Presidio manage non-appropriated child-care winner. of Monterey. facilities, bowling and fitness centers, Operation Rising Star is a singing Audition packets, which were sub- golf courses, clubs, cafes and restau- contest for Soldiers and military fam- mitted by participating U.S. Army gar- rants across the Army for the benefit ily members similar to but not affili- risons, contained videos of first place of Soldiers and their families. ated with the popular television show winners from the garrison-level com- Operation Rising Star is one of their “American Idol.” petitions. These videos were considered programs designed to bolster morale Finalists from overseas garrisons by a panel of judges at Installation among troops and deliver positive rein- include: family member Raquel Sargent Management Command headquarters, Steve Roark forcement to Soldiers, military civilians from U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart; 1st and the 12 finalists were chosen from Raquel Sargent, a military family and family members. Lt. Matthew Gabriel from USAG Wies- the best. member from Stuttgart, will compete baden; family member Christina Lewis These finalists will compete against as one of 12 finalists Dec. 8 in Op- More information about Operation from USAG Rheinland-Pfalz; Sgt. the other contestants in daily perfor- eration Rising Star, Army Entertain- Rising Star, the contestants and how to Oscar Bugarin from Camp Lomonnier, mances and be judged on their singing ment’s singing contest for Soldiers and view the finals can be found at www. Djibouti; and Spc. Ikilya Davenport talent and stage presence. Each round military family members. armymwr.com. Page 2 OPINION The Citizen, November 28, 2013 Dolphins’ scandal has lessons HE T CITIZEN for service members Commentary by Col. Quinn Gummel This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Depart- Like a head coach or ment of Defense. Contents of The Citizen are not necessarily the offi cial 9th Reconnaissance Wing vice commander views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of De- fense or the Department of the Army. All editorial content in this pub- general manager, commanders lication is edited and approved for public release by the United States Army Garrison Stuttgart Public Affairs Offi ce. Advertisements and pri- his month, Jonathan Martin, an offensive are ultimately responsible for what vate organizations noted in this publication are not part of Department lineman on the Miami Dolphins football of Defense. happens in their organization. Tteam, walked out and quit the team due to a perceived hostile work environment allegedly characterized by demeaning, racially-biased com- fi gures of authority within the organization speaks to munications and fi nancial extortion by at least one a lack of basic trust in the leadership chain. Clearly team captain and other senior members of the team. Mr. Martin felt his leadership condoned the activities Though a lot of details are yet unknown, the events he was subjected to. thus far are suffi cient to provide a lesson for our own Mid-level leaders, either team captains or other

Col. John P. Stack military community. “players council” members, appear to be complicit, U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander Like a professional sports team, our military is either by their own actions or through concurrence

R. Slade Walters comprised of motivated people held to a high thresh- by silence, in maintaining the established environ- Director of Public Affairs old of performance where teamwork is essential to ment. While seemingly unaware of the most egre- S. J. Grady success. How does a professional athlete who has gious activities, they were certainly aware of other Command Information Chief Managing Editor passed so many hurdles and is presumably fulﬁ lling incidents.

Carola Meusel a dream to participate at the height of his profession What about the “wingmen?” Although team- Culture Editor suddenly up and quit? We might ask ourselves what mates were reportedly unaware of the most extreme would drive a dedicated and professionally fulﬁ lled instances, they were all apparently subjected to at USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Ofﬁ ce Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne service member proudly serving our nation to be- least some level of hostility and harassment them- come similarly disenchanted. selves. Also, while the most serious allegations rise Telephone: +49 (0)7031-15-3105, DSN 431-3105 Fax: +49 (0)7031-15-3096, DSN 431-3096 Let’s start at the top. Like a head coach or general from a relatively short time period, they merely Email: [email protected] Website: www.stuttgart.army.mil manager, commanders are ultimately responsible for culminate a progressive string of increasing severity. Facebook: www.facebook.com/USAGarrisonStuttgart what happens in their organization. The unit climate While some would fail to get involved, either out

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USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office Thieves cause crashes, steal vehicles of good Samaritans eginning Dec. 2, the U.S. Army Gar- The U.S. Army Europe Office of the Provost rison Stuttgart Passport Office will be Marshal issued an advisory Nov. 21 about a scam Brequired to temporarily suspend the where good Samaritans rendering aid after traffic intake and processing of new and renewal applica- accidents have their own vehicles stolen. tions for U.S. tourist passports due to staffing and The subject intentionally causes an accident on budgetary constraints. the autobahn and then steals the car of the person During the temporary suspension, the U.S. who stops to help. The subject is able to do so Consulate in Frankfurt will provide tourist passport because the keys are left in the ignition and the car services to personnel normally serviced by the gar- is left unlocked. rison office. The subject is described as Caucasian, of slen- “It’s a temporary suspension until we are able der build, short brown hair, approximately 5’7” to to work through manning issues that were caused by financial and personnel limitations imposed in 5’9”, 20-30 years of age and possibly of eastern recent fiscal years,” said Col. John P. Stack, USAG European descent. He was wearing black jeans Stuttgart garrison commander. and a blue sweatshirt. The thief was unkempt and Those who have ordered passports through the was possibly abusing drugs or alcohol. USAG Stuttgart passport office prior to Dec. 2 will On Nov. 20, a stolen sedan was recovered still be able to pick up their passports at the garri- undamaged in the ferry harbor in the town of son office through the normal process of customer Sassnitz-Mukran on the island of Rügen, Germa- notification. ny. German Police were able to determine that two U.S. citizens with SOFA status who need tourist unidentified males fled on a ferry to Trelleborg, passports will find tourist passport and appointment Sweden. procedures outlined on the U.S. Consulate Frankfurt In addition to the monetary loss to some of the website at http://germany.usembassy.gov. victims, this new scam causes imminent danger All applicants will have to complete their ap- to the health and lives of the thieves, as well as to plications using their German postal address (no Photos.com the innocent people who get involved in provoked Manpower and fiscal constraints have forced APO addresses will be accepted), and they will also traffic accidents. the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Passport Of- have to provide a DHL Express Brief (Deutsche fice to temporarily suspend U.S. tourist passport Get W-2s quick with myPay Post) envelope for delivery to their German address. services starting Dec. 2. Do you know that myPay is the quickest way Personnel living in USAG Stuttgart family hous- to get 2013 W-2s? Once W-2s are available in ing can use the German mailing address that can be provide this service locally. myPay, the documents can be viewed, printed or found on the offer of assignment to family housing Until further notice, the USAG Stuttgart saved as PDF files. Prior year tax statements are document they received when they accepted their Passport Office has one agent who will continue available as well. quarters, but may need to meet the delivery driver to handle official (no fee) passports and passport This will save you time in comparison to wait- at the installation access control point if the driver pick-up, Social Security applications, SOFA cards ing for delivery through the U.S. Postal Service, does not have an installation access pass. and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad. which can take approximately seven to 10 busi- Personnel living in family housing are advised The USAG Stuttgart Passport Office is open to provide a valid, working daytime contact tele- for walk-in services Monday, Tuesday and Friday ness days. phone number in the appropriate block on the DHL from 8 a.m. to noon and 1-4:30 p.m. On Thurs- myPay also makes it convenient to switch Express Brief envelope to ensure drivers can make days, services are available by appointment only from mail delivery to electronic. contact for delivery, if needed. for Consular Reports of Birth Abroad and the Simply log into myPay and from the main A DHL Express Brief envelope can be obtained processing of no-fee passport applications for five menu select “Turn on/off Hard Copy of W-2” at any Deutsche Post office or German postal or more people. for civilians, or “Turn on/off Hard Copy of W-2 service provider, and instructions for obtaining a The office is closed on Wednesdays for admin- and 1099-INT” for military, and answer “Yes” DHL envelope are available on the U.S. Consulate istrative processing and passport shipment, and on to switch from “Electronic and Hard Copy” to Frankfurt website. U.S. federal holidays. “Electronic Only” for faster and safer electronic This immediate change is a direct result of delivery. manpower and fiscal challenges. As staff is hired For more information, call the Military Person- AKO ends for retirees, family and trained, garrison officials hope to once again nel Division at 431-2886/civ. 07031-15-2886. members on New Years Retirees and family members should activate Service members can call in holiday greetings the forwarding function in their Army Knowledge Army News Service by a recorded message to provide their name, rank, Online account profile before Dec. 31, 2013, when duty location, hometown and then a short greeting their email will no longer be accessible. he Joint Hometown News Service is to friends or family. As of Jan. 1, 2014, they cannot log into their partnering this year with SiriusXM Ra- “Our goal is to get as many military members inboxes or reach information and messages dio to allow service members worldwide on the air for the holidays as possible,” said Rick archived in Army Knowledge Online, known as T AKO, email folders. to send holiday greetings to loved ones back home. Blackburn, director of the Joint Hometown News Military members anywhere can call a toll-free Service. As part of the Army’s AKO transition to number, 888-776-2790 or DSN 312-733-4660, to “Even in the world today with social media and enterprise services, Army retirees and family record a holiday message for airing on the satellite service members able to Skype from anywhere, members can have their AKO email automatically radio network. there’s still something special about turning on the forwarded to a commercial email address until Soldiers can call SiriusXM around the clock and radio and hearing a family member who cannot be Dec. 31, 2014. leave a 15-second greeting. They will be prompted home for the holidays,” he added. Page 4 News The Citizen, November 28, 2013 Ask a JAG Groundbreaking ...... If you have a legal question you would like to Continued from page 1 awarded the construction contract in July,” he said see answered in The Citizen, write “Ask a JAG” at during his remarks. [email protected] The planning process for the schools began in “All our efforts are focused on meeting the 2009. Congress appropriated $50 million for the needs of the tremendous service members, civi- By Capt. Chip Ladd (U.S. Army) elementary school in fiscal year 2010, $48 million lians and families who live here. This $98 million Stuttgart Law Center for the high school in FY 2011.. investment is being made to replace aging schools The new campus will be comprised of a with state-of-the-art facilities that will help give Q. Help! My unit is throwing a holiday 150,000-square-foot high school with a capacity for our military children the best possible opportuni- ball and the tickets are $50 each! My buddies 650 students and a 95,000-square-foot elementary ties during their intellectual growth,” Helmlinger and I don’t have that kind of money at this school for 610 students, according to officials at the said. time of year. Our section chief said we can sell bratwurst on the J-Mall during the duty day to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Europe District, the The complex, designed by the architect firm of pay for our tickets. Is that legal? military construction Team Gaus and Alding- agent responsible for er of Stuttgart, includes A. No. Official duty time is considered an design and construc- This project is the number general classrooms, in- official federal resource, similar to government tion of major facilities one priority for the Stuttgart formation centers, com- purchase cards, computers, or vehicles. Federal for U.S. forces across ‘ puter labs, gymnasiums government resources, which include equipment, Europe. military community. and ample parking. Plans property, and personnel, shall be used by Defense Plans call for the for the elementary school Department employees for official purposes in ac- schools to be com- Col. John P. Stack include a playground, cordance with the Joint Ethics Regulation (DoD pleted for the start of USAG Stuttgart commander while the high school 5500.7-R). The DOD’s official purpose is to provide the the 2015-16 school will have an auditorium military forces needed to deter war and to protect year. and various sports fields. the security of our country. Col. D. Peter Helmlinger, the Army Corps of The two schools’ will be connected by a com- Fundraising in the federal workplace or during Engineers Europe District commander, on hand for mon food services kitchen with two multipurpose/ official duty time is generally prohibited. the groundbreaking, emphasized the importance of cafeteria rooms. Congress enacted the Department of Defense teamwork and the ultimate goal of all involved. The design plans incorporate numerous sustain- Appropriations Act to fund your unit’s mission. “A project of this magnitude cannot be fin- able design and energy-saving features that will Congress funds charities through other programs. ished without the dedicated team of professionals increase the school complex’s life span and reduce Further, Congress provides over $50 billion per we’re fortunate to have. Our partners include any impact on the environment. year to parents to defray childrearing costs through DODDS-Europe, USAG Stuttgart, the Staatliches The complex will be fully enclosed with perim- the Earned Income Tax Credit and $60 billion per year for scholarships through the Department of Hochbauamt Reutlingen, and our newest and very eter fencing, and a tunnel will be constructed under Education. important team member, Wolff & Müller [Gov- Panzerstrasse to allow easy access from the school Additionally, Congress funds over $150 bil- ernment Services GmbH & Co. KG], who was complex to Panzer Kaserne. lion each year in regular pay and allowances for service members. Service members are authorized to pay for personal expenses such as office parties or holiday balls out of pocket. Office parties or holiday balls are important to the morale of an organization but we often forget they are not official events. Therefore, official resources may not be used to plan, conduct or fundraise for them. Meaning, if you are a federal government employee, you cannot use duty time to fundraise. However, service members and DOD employ- Courtesy of Team G.A.U.S. Planungsgesellschaft mbH ees may also use ordinary vacation time, accrued Artist’s rendition of the new high school and elementary school under construction at the Panzer leave, or weekends to conduct unofficial activities Local Training Area. such as fundraising. Conservation of government resources is especially important in our current fiscal environment of sequestration and force reductions. Leaders must make difficult decisions on how to prudently manage DOD resources. If you are having problems paying for your holiday parties, you can contact the Army Com- munity Service Financial Readiness advisors for budget advice. ACS is located in Building 2915, Panzer Kaserne, or call 431-3362/civ. 07031-3362. If you are motivated to give to a good cause, but do not want to violate the Joint Ethics Regu- lation and lose your job, contact your Combined Federal Campaign coordinator or visit http:// cfcoverseas.org.

This column is not intended as individual or specific legal advice. If you have specific issues or concerns, you should consult a judge advocate at Courtesy of Team G.A.U.S. Planungsgesellschaft mbH 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. The complex, designed by the architect firm of Team Gaus and Aldinger of Stuttgart, includes a playground for the elementary school, several sports fields and ample parking. The Citizen, November 28, 2013 Community AnnounCements Page 5

Bad weather? In the Stuttgart area, if there is an service team on Kelley Barracks glaucoma screenings starting at noon Know the road conditions before imminent threat or crime in progress, will also close at noon Dec. 13 for a while the Optical Center will clean you start your trip to work, and give contact the Military Police by dialing holiday party. and adjust glasses. yourself plenty of time to get there. DSN 114, or commercial 112. Open slots for youth Celebrate ugly • For road conditions and school If you wish to remain anony- closure information, call 431-3744/ mous, you can also call the Euro- soccer teams sweaters with SCSC Stuttgart Select is a district level The Stuttgart Community Spous- civ. 07031-15-3744; pean Counterintelligence Hotline at competitive soccer program that es Club will host an “ugly sweater” • Community members can also DSN 537-2176 or civilian 0611-143- visit www.stuttgart.army.mil and 537-2176. feeds into the Olympic Developmen- luncheon Dec. 17 at 10 a.m. at the click on the “Weather” link or follow You may also submit an online tal Program Europe organization. Patch Community Club on Patch USAG Stuttgart on Facebook at report by clicking on the iWatch/iSa- In the Stuttgart area, there are Barracks. Prizes will be awarded www.facebook.com/USAGarrison- lute icon at www.stuttgart.army.mil. teams in nine various age groups, for the ugliest, tackiest and craziest Stuttgart; Walk-in consultations and there are a few open spots on sweaters. Community members can • Listen to AFN (102.3 FM). some of the teams. join the club at the event. Remember that the road condi- at Legal Assistance If you have a player who is For more details, visit www. tions apply only to installation streets Because of mandatory training interested in trying out and falls stuttgartspousesclub.com. and the main routes between U.S. on Dec. 11, the Legal Assistance Of- within the following birth years: Volunteers needed Army Garrison Stuttgart installations. fice on Kelley Barracks will suspend U9 Co-Ed: 2005 – 2007; U13 Girls: Those who cannot make it to walk-in consultations with U.S. 2001 – 2002; or U15 Boys and Girls: for Tax Center The Stuttgart Law Center’s Tax work on time because of inclement attorneys on this date. 1999 – 2000, contact Stuttgart Select Office is seeking volunteers with prior weather are urged to call their super- For more information, call the at [email protected]. tax preparation experience to assist the visors and request unscheduled leave. Stuttgart Law Center at 421-2609/ Open house at civ. 0711-729-2609. U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart com- Know how to report eye care centers munity in filing tax returns during the Offices announce suspicious behavior The Optometry Care Center and 2014 tax season. iSALUTE is an online counterin- closures for Dec. 13 the Optical Center in the Panzer Through the Volunteer Income Tax telligence reporting portal designed The U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- Mall will hold open houses Dec. 7 Assistance program, Internal Revenue to complement other Army threat gart Vehicle Registration, Instal- at noon to celebrate the shops’ third Service representatives will provide awareness and reporting initiatives and lation Access Control System and anniversary of servicing the Stuttgart formal tax preparation training. foster partnerships with counterintelli- Provost Marshal offices will close community. For more information, call gence, law enforcement organizations at noon Dec. 13 for an organization Customers will be able to tour the Stuttgart Law Center at 421- and Army communities. holiday celebration. the facilities, meet the staff, take a 4152/2609 or civ. 0711-729- iSALUTE focuses on foreign The Privately Owned Vehicle look at the latest in eyewear during 4152/2609. threats to the Defense Department and Inspection station on Panzer Kaserne a trunk show, pick up giveaways the Army from espionage activities, and the Base Support Operations and have cake. The Optometry Send your announcements to stuttgart- terrorist threats and the insider threat. Maintenance Division customer Care Center will offer free, walk-in [email protected].

Driving efficiently to reduce vehicle emissions Harlem While the burning of fossil fuels such as gasoline and diesel releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere Globetrotters and contributes to climate change, these emissions can be reduced by environmentally-friendly driving: perform Dec. 6 • Get regular tune-ups, follow the manufacturer’s The Harlem Globetrotters maintenance schedule and use the recommended grade continue to entertain fami- of motor oil. lies with their ball handling • Check your tire pressure regularly. Under-inflation wizardry and basketball art- increases tire wear, reduces your fuel economy, and istry. Thanks to Armed Forces leads to higher greenhouse gas and other air pollutant Entertainment and Navy En- emissions. tertainment, the Globetrot- • Don’t drive with unnecessary weight in your ters visit U.S. Army Garrison vehicle. If you’re not using a roof rack or bike rack, Stuttgart Dec. 6 for a free remove it. exhibition game at the Patch • Go easy on the brakes and gas pedal, avoid hard Fitness Center. Seating is accelerations, reduce the time spent idling and use cruise limited, so fans are encour- control if you have it. aged to come early. The doors • Whenever possible, drive less: use car sharing, join will open at 6:30 p.m. and a carpool, use public transportation, walk or ride a bike. the game will start at 7:30 Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency p.m. Better Opportunities for Single Service Members will sell hot dogs and soft drinks. Fans will be able to get player autographs after the game. For more information, call 430-2110/civ. 0711-680-2110.

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U.S. Air National Guard photo by Maj. Matthew J. Sala A 109th Airlift Wing C-130 Hercules sits on the runway Sept. 5 at the Kulusuk, Greenland, airport after landing there as part of the Search and Rescue Exercise Greenland Sea 13. The four day exercise was hosted for a second consecutive year by Denmark, near Ella Island off Greenland’s east coast, and involved Arctic Council member states Canada, Denmark, Iceland and the U.S. EUCOM promotes cooperation among Arctic partners

By Donna Miles challenges,” Westfall said. “Because the infrastructure to co-sponsor a multilateral tabletop exercise called American Forces Press Service is so sparse and the distances so vast, the resources Arctic Zephyr that will focus on search-and-rescue that any individual nation is going to have [available issues in the Arctic, Westfall reported. Other Arctic hen travel brochures feature Arctic to support a contingency] are likely to be limited. partners have indicated that they hope to host addi- expeditions, adventure seekers may “So it instantly becomes a team sport,” he said. tional multinational exercises as well, he said. Wthink of a once-unreachable fantasy- “You are going to be calling upon all your neighbors Westfall said he anticipates that exercises will land rich with wildlife and a pristine frozen tundra and anyone who happens to be around to help support increasingly incorporate scenarios involving envi- stretching as far as the eye can see. whatever is going on.” ronmental disasters such as oil spills to reflect other Coast Guard Capt. Ed Westfall, chief of U.S. DOD modified its Unified Command Plan in pressing concerns in the region. He noted a maritime European Command’s Arctic strategy branch, thinks 2011, in part to reflect the growing importance of the oil pollution and response agreement was signed this more of the second- and third-order effects of the Arctic. The plan assigned U.S. Northern Command past spring under the auspices of the Arctic Council. melting polar icecap, in terms of not just tourism, responsibility for overseeing the Arctic frontiers in “That’s definite an area for growth in terms of but also its effect on maritime traffic, fishing, and oil Alaska and Canada. EUCOM focused its attention exercising what this would mean among the dif- and gas exploration. on the six Arctic nations within its theater. With that ferent states, and how they would work together to Although analysts’ forecasts range from about charter, the two commands collaborate closely with respond,” he said. five to 25 years, almost all envision a day when the their Arctic partners to ensure they’re ready to respond This multilateral training is invaluable to U.S. Arctic has no significant ice coverage for at least part to a crisis in the Arctic. forces that are relative newcomers to the Arctic, West- of the summer. Their senior officers sit down together to discuss fall emphasized. “We recognize that we have a lot to “The conditions in the Arctic are changing, and we the issues involved through the annual Arctic Security learn from others that already do a lot of operating are already seeing increased human activity indicative Forces Roundtable that the U.S. and Norway co- up there,” he said. of that easier access,” Westfall said during a phone sponsor. “It’s an opportunity to share ideas, focusing As non-Arctic nations increase their presence interview from the EUCOM headquarters in Stuttgart. on communications among security forces, domain in the Arctic, Westfall said, the U.S. will welcome The United States, along with the seven other awareness and just knowing what is going on in the them as partners in keeping the region safe, secure nations whose territories ring the Arctic Circle, Arctic with the increase in traffic,” Westfall said. and stable. “From the U.S. and DOD perspective, we recognizes the commercial, energy and security im- The partners also regularly test their response welcome increased interest in the Arctic from any plications, he said. capabilities through tabletop exercises, and field and country that is assuming responsibilities consistent As members of the Arctic Council, all have com- maritime drills based on disaster scenarios. with their economic and national capabilities,” he mitted to ensuring the Arctic remains peaceful and In early September, for example, U.S. military said. “We welcome the positive benefits from that stable. But they also know more human activity raises forces joined participants from Denmark, Iceland, cooperation in the Arctic.” the risk of mishaps ranging from shipwrecks to oil Canada and Norway during SAREX Greenland Meanwhile, U.S. and partner nations are building spills that could exceed their respective civil authori- Sea 2013, a Danish-led search-and-rescue exercise on the foundation already laid as they learn about each ties’ response capabilities, Westfall noted. centered on a notional cruise ship disaster between other’s capabilities and how they can work together, “Often the military forces end up having the Iceland and northeastern Greenland that required a if required, in a crisis response. actual capabilities needed in terms of range and massive rescue. Training now for the “what-ifs” helps to establish the hardiness of equipment to support the civil The U.S. sent two New York Air National Guard important relationships while building a spirit of authorities in what they are trying to do,” he said. aircraft and crews that regularly support scientific cooperation and confidence among the Arctic part- The Defense Department, in support of the National research missions in both the Arctic and Antarctica. ners, Westfall said. “And that is going to matter if Strategy for the Arctic Region, works closely with In addition, U.S. Coast Guard members served as something bad happens,” he added. other federal agencies and the U.S. Arctic partners observers and subject-matter experts in command “Responding to contingencies in the Arctic is a to ensure they are ready to provide that support if centers the Danish government operates in Greenland. team sport,” Westfall said. “It is a lot easier to work needed in the event of a crisis. Westfall was an observer aboard the Danish exercise together … in a mass disaster response when you “The Arctic is an incredibly harsh environment, control ship HDMS Vaedderen. already know each other and have had an opportunity and everybody who operates there faces common In the coming year, EUCOM and NORCOM plan to form those relationships to make it successful.” The Citizen, November 28, 2013 Community AnnounCements Page 7

Fed Benefits Open Angel Tree drop box no later than ings will be held Dec. 18, Jan. 15 and Christmas story, and a light snack Dec. 16. Be sure to affix the Angel Feb. 19 at 1 p.m. in Building 2913 on during craft time. Season ends Dec. 9 Tree tag to your gift. Angel Trees Panzer Kaserne. Santa Paws, Dec. 12, 10 a.m. The Federal Benefits Open will be set up from Nov. 18 through All service members and civilians to noon: Have your free download- Season will run through Dec. 9 with Dec. 13 at the Panzer eXchange, departing within the next four to five able digital photo taken with Santa. changes effective the first full pay ACS (Building 2915, Panzer Kaser- months should attend. Treats will be served for both owners period in January. ne), Patch and Kelley commissaries. Agency representatives from and pets. During Open Season, eligible em- For more information, call the Transportation, Customs, the health Steppin’ Out Tour, Dec. 14: ployees can enroll in or change their ACS Financial Readiness Program at and dental clinics, Tricare, Vehicle Single and unaccompanied service health, dental and vision insurance 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362. Registration, Housing and Army members (E-7 and below) are invited coverage or sign up for a flexible TARP briefings Community Service will provide PCS to the 36th annual Bastogne Histori- spending account. information. cal Walk in Belgium to revisit the All employees are encouraged to offered next month Army personnel will also receive a Battle of the Bulge. The trip includes review their current enrollment cover- The Stuttgart Military Intelligence briefing on finance issues. All separat- free transportation, breakfast, admis- age and premiums to make sure they Field Office will hold several Threat ing Army personnel must attend this sion and USO escort. A $40 or €40 will continue to meet their needs. Awareness and Reporting Program briefing to receive pre-separation refundable deposit is required. For The Office of Personnel Man- briefings next month. Briefings are information. Advance registration is more information, call 431-3505/ agement’s website, www.opm.gov, scheduled for: required. civ. 07031-15-3505, or visit http:// contains detailed information regard- • Dec. 4, Panzer Chapel For more information and to sign eu.uso.org/stuttgart. ing plan changes, available plans and • Dec. 6, Patch Chapel up, call 431-2599/civ. 07031-15-2599. Retiree council to premiums. • Dec. 9, Kelley Theatre. USO events Briefings will be offered at 9 a.m., With the holidays on the horizon, meet Dec. 12 Be an angel this 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on each day. The U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- the United Service Organizations All military and civilian personnel, gart Retiree Support Center is holiday season Stuttgart has several holiday activi- regardless of branch of service, are scheduled to hold its fourth quarter Give a child a gift this holiday ties planned. required to receive a TARP briefing at season. The 2013 Holiday Program Stuttgart Christmas market, Dec. meeting for military retirees Dec. 12 least once a year. Family members are provides Angel Tree gifts to families 5, 4-9 p.m.: Join USO for a free trip at 1 p.m. in the Panzer Chapel Fel- also encouraged to attend. experiencing financial hardship dur- to the Stuttgart Christmas market. lowship Hall, Building 2940. For more information, contact your ing the holiday season. A $20 or €20 refundable deposit is If you would like to volunteer at unit’s security manager. To participate, stop by the near- required. the center, call civ. 0711-680-2509 est Angel Tree, remove a tag with Due to PCS soon? Christmas Pictures with Santa, or 0711-729-5506. information on a child and purchase For those who plan to relocate in Dec. 10, 10 a.m.: Children and Send your community-wide a gift. Return the unwrapped gift to the next several months, permanent adults can get a downloadable digital announcements to stuttgartmedia@ Army Community Service or any change of station/pre-separation brief- photo with Santa, followed by a eur.army.mil.

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UNLIMITED, FREE PRIVATE CLASSIFIED ADS WITH PHOTOS! • Available 24/7 • Online & printed in your military newspaper www.class-world.com Page 8 News The Citizen, November 28, 2013 TSA expedited screening expands to service members Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense service members to keep their footwear on, as well use their DOD identification number when making (Public Affairs) as light outerwear and belts, and keep laptops in reservations. That ID number will be used as their their cases and 3-1-1 compliant liquids/gels bags in Known Traveler Number. When arriving at the air- s part of the ongoing effort to move carry-on luggage in select screening lanes. port, service members will then be permitted access away from a “one size fits all” security “Expanding TSA Precheck screening benefits to TSA Precheck lanes for official or leisure travel Aapproach and provide more of the trav- is great news for our service members and is a tan- on participating airlines. eling public the ability to participate in expedited gible sign of this nation’s gratitude for the men and In addition to expanding TSA Precheck to ser- screening, the Transportation Security Administra- women who serve this nation bravely each and every vice members, TSA also offers a Wounded Warrior tion and the Department of Defense announced Nov. day,” said Mary Snavely-Dixon, director, Defense Screening program. This program makes the overall 13 a partnership to expand TSA Precheck expedited Manpower Data Center. “We will continue to work experience for wounded service members as simple screening benefits to all U.S. Armed Forces service with the Transportation Security Administration to as possible. This includes personalized service members, including those serving in the U.S. Coast help expand this program further.” and expedited screening to move through security Guard, Reserves and National Guard. “TSA joins with the American people in showing checkpoints without having to remove footwear, As a result of the agreement, these individuals its appreciation for the service and sacrifices of our light outerwear, jackets or head wear. Wounded will be able to enjoy the benefits of the program at men and women in the Armed Forces,” said TSA warriors or their care coordinators can contact TSA the 100 participating airports across the country, Deputy Administrator John W. Halinski, a 25-year Cares toll free at 1-855-787-2227 with details of beginning Dec. 20. Marine Corps veteran. “Providing expedited screen- the itinerary, once flight arrangements are made Currently, members of the U.S. Armed Forces ing while on travel is the least we can do for these with the airline. can utilize TSA Precheck lanes at 10 domestic courageous men and women.” airports by presenting their Common Access Card. The new process being established under this Further information on TSA Precheck for mili- The partnership expands the program to the military agreement allows all active duty, U.S. Coast Guard, tary members can be found at www.TSA.gov and at all 100 airports offering TSA Precheck, allowing Reserve and National Guard service members to www.defensetravel.dod.mil.

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.S. Army Europe paid tribute to former Seventh UArmy commander Lt. Gen. Geoffrey Keyes when it named its headquarters in his honor during a ceremony on Clay Kaserne Nov. 14. USAREUR Commander Lt. Gen. Donald Campbell Jr., hosted the dedication ceremony. “It is fitting that we continue Gen. Keyes’ legacy by rededicating the headquarters of U.S. Army Europe as the Keyes Building,” Campbell said. “This dedication also serves as a beacon looking toward the future, reaf- firming the relationship built over the last seven decades with our European allies.” Keyes’ ties to the U.S. Army in Europe can be traced back to his command during the World War II era. He commanded Seventh Army’s Provi- sional Corps in 1943, which helped capture Palermo, Sicily; II Corps from 1944 to 1945, which participated in the Battle for Rome; and Seventh and Third Armies from 1945 to 1947, helping build post-war Germany. His leader- Sgt. Brooks Fletcher ship contributed to the strategic and U.S. Army Europe Commander Lt. Gen. Donald M. Campbell Jr., along with USAREUR Command Sgt. Maj. David operational direction the U.S. Army Davenport and William Broughton, grandson of former Seventh Army commander Lt. Gen. Geoffrey Keyes, unveil took in establishing its initial presence the new Keyes building sign during USAREUR’s headquarters building dedication ceremony in Wiesbaden Nov. 14. in Europe. USAREUR paid tribute to the former Seventh Army commander whose leadership contributed to the strategic and Gen. George S. Patton Jr., then I operational direction the U.S. Army took in establishing initial presence in Europe. Armored Corps commander, referred to deputy commander Keyes as a tireless building and military engagement as building, also named after Keyes. “He has been an inspiration to us,” and loyal worker with sound judgment we know it today,” said Campbell. Also in attendance, representing Broughton said. “Not only was he an and a tactical mind. The dedication comes just two the Keyes family, was grandson Wil- outstanding military figure, but a devot- “In many ways, Gen. Keyes is re- months after the closure of Campbell liam Keyes Broughton. He took the ed grandfather. We are extremely proud sponsible for setting the foundations for Barracks in Heidelberg, the location opportunity to reflect on the family’s of him and pleased that the U.S. Army executing security operations, capacity of USAREUR’s former headquarters fond memories of Gen. Keyes. is commemorating one of its own.” The Citizen, November 28, 2013 Feature Page 9

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Fallfest Patch twins Skylar and Serena enjoyed the facepainting Fallfest-Students at PES enjoy the annual Fall Festival activities. booth at Patch Elementary School's fall festival. Photos by: Amy Rush

Hispanic Heritage Patch E. S. students were invited to perform at the Hispanic Heritage Presentation organized by SFC Adorno at the Patch Barracks Cha- pel. The 3rd grade FLES class decided to sing three traditional Hispanic songs. This first was "El Gallo Pinto," a song about a rooster and its beautiful colors, followed by "El Campo," a song about living in the countryside away from nosy neighbors and ended with "El Barquito," a song about a little boat that gets stuck and cannot navigate. The students enjoyed learning the songs and performing for the community and look forward to being invited to sing at other community events.

Los estudiantes de Patch E. S. fueron invitados a hacer una presentacion en el programa sobre la cultura Hispana que fue organizado por SFC Adorno. El tercer grado de FLES decidió cantar tres canciones en Español. La primera fue "El Gallo Pinto", una canción que se trata de todos los colores del gallo. La segunda canción fue "El Campo", una canción Colombiana expresando el gusto que uno tiene viviendo en el campo sin las preocupaciones del mundo. La última canción fue "El Barquito", una canción infantil sobre un barquito que aunque más que lucha no puede navegar. Los estudiantes estuvieron emociona- dos y gozaron la oportunidad que les ofrecieron para presentarse en la comunidad y esperan ser invitados otra vez. Photos by: Amy Rush

Army Family Action Plan The Army Community Service recently hosted the annual Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) conference. AFAP is a program that seeks to resolve significant issues that affect Army well-being. To represent the youth of USAG Stuttgart, middle and high school students were selected by their schools. They were tasked with brainstorming and prioritizing quality of life issues that the group felt needed to be addressed by the USAG Stuttgart Com- mand. The student delegates in this photo, left to right: Abigail Argo, PHS; Austin Locke, PHS and Claire Walls, BEMS are seen as they discuss issues, submitted by their peers, to improve the quality of life for all of our young military dependents. Photo by: Brian Pappas Take a look at what’s going on in Stuttgart’s schools. a look at what’s going Take The Citizen, November 28, 2013 Page 15 Take a look at what’s going on in Stuttgart’s schools. Sign Language Club The BEMS Blue Ribbon Sign Language Club recently gave a heartwarming and memo- rable performance at the recent Veteran's Day celebration held in the school's gym- nasium. In this photo the students can be seen giving their sign rendition of "American the Beautiful." The Sign Language Club is sponsored by Ms. Karen Bennett. It meets on Mondays in Room 128. If you're interested in joining the club and learning to sign, please contact Ms. Bennett. As a veteran, I'd per- sonally like to thank all the students for the special touch they gave to the best Veteran's Day celebration that I've ever been a part of. Photo by: Ed Thornburg

Yearbook Class BEMS has always had a very classy yearbook. The big reasons are the Blue Ribbon students in Mr. Lloyd's Yearbook Class. The students are taught to be 1st class photographers by Mr. Lloyd. They are then assigned to cover school events, and no event is too small for recognition. Here we see Emma McLeod setting up her camera in preparation for a photo session of the Veteran's Day Celebration. The Yearbooks are now on sale at a discount price of $45.00. To order your Yearbook see Mr. Lloyd in room 413b, or order online by visiting this website: http://community. pictavo.com/. Some good advice is to buy early before the price goes up. All of our yearbook photographers deserve a big "Thank You" for make our BEMS Yearbook something special. Photo by: Ed Thornburg

German Club The BEMS Blue Ribbon German Club is conducting a membership drive. The posters advertising the drive are in the process of 60s Research going up. Here we see Alexandra Mr. L'Esperance's BEMS Blue Ribbon Research Konstroffer and Alessandro Trujillo Class recently explored the era of the 60s. The putting up a poster. The German research topics included politics, the Equal Club is sponsored by Frau Chalk- Rights Movement, the Vietnam War and ley and meets every 2nd Thursday President John F. Kennedy. The end result of all from 2:45 to 3:45 in room 308. If of their hard work was a cumulative presenta- you interested in joining the BEMS tion to their classmates. Some of the students German Club please contact Frau went the extra distance as can be seen in this Chalkley. The next meeting is on photo. Makayla Hooper dressed the part 5 December, and the club will be as she gave her presentation. Here she can be making German Christmas seen modeling a real winter minidress from Ornaments. 1967 as part of her presentation. Photo by: Ed Thornburg Photo by: Daniel L'Esperance

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