JBM-HH Welcomes Duggan As New Commander, Bids Farewell to Henderson
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Pentagram Vol. 63, No. 26 June 30, 2016 www.army.mil/jbmhh Published For Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall JBM-HH welcomes Duggan as new commander, bids farewell to Henderson By Julia LeDoux currence, where our daily news is sor, now-retired Marine Lt. Col. Pentagram Staff Writer the national news and I wouldn’t John Orille; Executive Officer change any of it.” Cisco Rivera; Chief of Staff Glenn Joint Base Myer-Henderson During his two-year tenure as Wait; and the Department of the Hall bid farewell to Col. Michael commander, Henderson said he Army civilians who comprise the D. Henderson on June 28 and was privileged to partner with joint base staff. welcomed Col. Patrick M. Dug- some of the most incredible and “It has been my absolute hon- gan as commander during a tra- selfless organizations that can or to have served as commander ditional change of command cer- be found in the nation, in Ar- of Joint Base Myer-Henderson emony June 28. lington County and Southwest Hall,” he said. “This position af- Henderson said he felt pride Washington, D.C. Among the fords a commander opportunities tempered with sadness as he organizations he lauded were the found nowhere else in the Army.” stood before the crowd who gath- Arlington County Chamber of Jokingly, Henderson said he, ered for the ceremony at Conmy Commerce; Arlington County; as base commander, has had the Hall on the Fort Myer portion of the Radnor-Fort Myer Heights, best commute in the National the joint base. Lynn Park, Penrose and Foxcroft Capital Region. “It seems like yesterday that I Civic Associations; the Arlington “But seriously, each morning was standing here after the Col- County Civic Federation; the I watch the Caisson roll past my ors were passed to me,” he said, Washington Waterfront Associ- house and I listen to the funeral adding that, “and while it may ation; the USO of Metropolitan processions march by and I am seem like yesterday, in reality my Washington; and the American reminded every day what it means command has seen what feels like Red Cross-NCR. to be a Soldier and why it’s great a lifetime of activity and changes. Henderson also thanked the to be a Soldier,” he said. “The ex- One day the focus was facilities members of his command team, perience has been life-changing and a year later completely about including Command Sgt. Maj. and extraordinary.” PHOTO BY BOBBY JONES force protection.” Randall E. Woods; current Depu- Henderson also welcomed U.S. Army Col. Patrick M. Duggan, left, incoming commander for Joint Base Henderson said that complex ty Joint Base Commander Marine Duggan and his wife, Lynda, and Myer-Henderson Hall, receives the joint base organizational colors from Davis D. Tindoll Jr., director, Atlantic Region, U.S. Army Installation Man- dynamic is what makes up the Lt. Col. Eric Kelly, who served as their sons, Ethan, Evan and Sam, agement Command, during a change of command ceremony June 28 on JBM-HH community, “where the commander of troops during the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. Duggan took command from Col. high-profile events are a daily oc- the ceremony and his predeces- see COMMAND, page 4 Mike Henderson, who served nearly two years as JBM-HH commander. News Notes New JBM-HH access forms will streamline process Transportation advisory for Metrobus users By Guv Callahan Effective July 1, WMATA will no longer Pentagram Staff Writer allow DoD employees with a Common ACCEPTABLE FORMS: UNACCEPTABLE FORMS: Access Card, Pentagon Facilities Alter- Contractors and visitors ✓ ✗ native Credential or ALT card to ride who need to access Joint Metrobus 28X (from West Falls Church/ Base Myer-Henderson Hall Tysons Corner-Mark Center) for free. will soon be able fill out the The cooperative agreement between DoD required forms in a newer, and WMATA will expire June 30. Metro- computer fillable format. bus 28X services will continue, however, Starting July 30, the JBM- DoD customers will be required to pay HH visitor control center will the full fare, which is currently $1.75. The only accept the new versions Mass Transportation Benefits Program of forms 190-16A and 190- is available for government personnel to 16B, the installation control subsidize the cost, providing up to $255 access pass applications for per month. contractors and visitors, re- spectively. The forms are Healthy Lifestyle Festival – used for contractors and vis- July 1-2 itors to the installation, non- The Fort Myer Commissary, along with DoD CAC/ID card holders JBM-HH Family and Morale, Welfare who require vetting prior to and Recreation, and the Andrew Rader installation access. U.S. Army Health Clinic, are hosting a These new application Healthy Lifestyle Festival July 1-2 in front forms will replace a variety • 190-16a (Contractors), 190-16b (Visitors) • Forms altered by user of the Fort Myer Commissary 9 a.m. to of access forms that people • Found at www.army.mil/jbmhh • Forms missing info 6 p.m. The event will center on a Farm- • Dated “15JUN15” • Dated before "15JUN15" er’s Market-style of booths and tables to see FORMS, page 4 present healthy lifestyle choices to attend- ees. The Farmer’s Market portion will be open until 6 p.m., while the various oth- er activities will be open until 2 p.m. For Ten Things to Know Around the DoD in July more information, call 703-696-3674 ex- tension 3303. Compiled by for the National Mall and Me- allowing most beneficiaries en- CARE Nurse Advice Line al- Arthur Mondale morial Parks reminds attendees rolled in TRICARE Prime two lows members to speak with a New JBM-HH gate hours Pentagram Staff Writer that all visitors will be screened visits to a network provider or registered nurse who can an- New operational hours and provisions at entrance points. Alcohol, TRICARE-authorized urgent swer urgent care questions, give for all three portion of JBM-HH have 1. A Capitol Fourth 2016 glass containers and personal care center without a referral or health care advice, help find a begun. Effective July 5, changes in oper- Concert and Fireworks. The fireworks are not permitted. prior authorization, although doctor, and schedule next- ating hours to Fort Myer’s Wright Gate U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s To learn more visit www.pbs. network copayments still ap- day appointments at military and Henderson Hall’s Gate 1 will com- Own,” The U.S. Army Her- org/a-capitol-fourth/home/. ply. Those eligible include ac- hospitals and clinics. Just dial mence. The revised operating hours can ald Trumpets, and The U.S. For a full list of other summer tive duty members, National 1-800-TRICARE (1-800-874- be found online at www.slideshare.net/ Army Presidential Salute Bat- concerts featuring the U.S. Guard and reservists on active 2273) and choose option 1. JBMHH/new-gate-hours-for-jbmhh. tery are part of a large roster Army Band see the events cal- duty orders for more than 30 3. Hall of Heroes induc- Also, the JBM-HH Visitor Control Center of performers to be showcased endar www.usarmyband.com/ days in TRICARE Prime Re- tion. Retired U.S. Army Lt. hours are: Fort Myer, Bldg. 415, Monday during the 36th annual A Cap- event-calendar.html or check mote, non-active duty mem- Col. Charles Kettles, a Vietnam through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Fort itol Fourth Independence Day out the schedule on page 3. bers in TRICARE Prime, War veteran, will be induct- McNair, Bldg. 65 (immediately inside 2nd celebration on the West Lawn 2. Urgent care pilot pro- TRICARE Prime Remote, ed into the Pentagon’s Hall Street Gate) — Open Tuesday and Thurs- of the U.S. Capitol July 4 from gram. The Department of TRICARE Young Adult Prime of Heroes July 19, one day af- day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 703-696- 8 to 9:30 p.m. Attendees are Defense has launched a new and TRICARE Overseas Pro- 8968 for more information on both Visitor encouraged to arrive hours ear- Urgent Care Pilot Program for gram beneficiaries traveling in ly. The National Park Service TRICARE Prime beneficiaries the U.S. Moreover, the TRI- see TEN THINGS, page 4 see NEWS, page 4 Index Local forecast Independence Day holiday hours .. page 2 Urban Warrior Challenge ...... page 3 THURS. FRI. SAT. SUN. IMCOM townhall ............ page 5 85 | 67 88 | 69 88 | 66 85 | 67 Zika: What you need to know ... page 6 News notes. page 9 For more weather forecasts and information, visit www.weather.gov. 2 Thursday, June 30, 2016 PENTAGRAM A family affair PHOTO BY SPC. DANIEL YEADON The Soldiers and families of 4th Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) participate in a Warrior Family Day and Battalion Organization Day on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall June 24. The day’s activities included music demonstrations from the The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, drill demonstrations from The U.S. Army Drill Team, team sports, and an obstacle course for children. Organizational days are intended to build strong bonds within a unit and allow time for families to come together for fun. JBM-HH Independence Day Operations and services holiday hours Community spotlight Andrew Rader U.S. Army Closed. For more information, call 703-696-7957. Name: Rubin Nicholas Health Clinic Military service or other unit name: Army Community Service Closed. For more information, call 703-696-3510. Logistic Readiness Center, 406th Army Field Support Battalion.