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U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart May 30, 2013 Panzer to get A construction project on Panzer Kaserne will mean greener, cost-efficient heating. The new heat system 3 Touring Stuttgart If you’re in search of an unhurried, local day trip, try CitizenVol. 42, No. 11 www.stuttgart.army.mil by river a Neckar River cruise. 9 Furlough to start July 8, notices on the way

By Nick Simeone and Karen Parrish Armed Forces Press Service Defense Secretary fter weeks of review, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel Chuck Hagel has concluded budget cuts speaks to DOD Awill require most of the department’s employees civilian employees to be furloughed beginning in at the Mark July, but that because of other efforts to deal with the Center in shortfall, only half of the 22 days originally envi- Alexandria, sioned as temporary layoffs will now be necessary. Va., May During a town hall meeting May 14 at the Mark 14. Hagel Center in Alexandria, Va., Hagel told Defense Depart- announced ment employees that most will be required to take 11 furloughs of furlough days beginning July 8, one per pay period, up to 11 days through the end of the fiscal year, Sept. 30, 2013. for employees, Hagel noted that when he took the oath of office adding that less than three months ago, post-sequester plans called every military for 22 furlough days. Congress allowed the depart- department ment to shift or reprogram some funds in March that and almost cut that number to 14. Now, he said, as maintenance, every agency training, flying hours and ship deployments are in- will be creasingly affected, he had no choice but to authorize affected. the furloughs. Erin A. KirkCuomo See Furlough on page 4 Top engineer promotes STEM to students Get free By Vince Little Lt. Gen. Thomas admission U.S. Army Corps of Engineers P. Bostick, the Europe Public Affairs Office U.S. Army Corps to stateside of Engineers he U.S. Army Corps of Engi- commanding neers commanding general museums general and 53rd made a pitch to spur more T chief of engineers, American Forces Press Service interest in science, technology, engi- discusses the neering and math among American f you are headed state- importance students during a visit to Patch High side this summer, more School May 14. of science, Ithan 2,000 museums Lt. Gen. Thomas P. Bostick, the technology, across the nation will open their 53rd chief of engineers, talked about engineering and doors free of charge to service USACE’s expanded support to the math, or STEM, members and their families. Department of Defense Education with students Through Sept. 2, all active Activity in preparing military children in an Advanced duty service members, National for college and the workforce. He also Placement biology Guardsmen and reservists, and highlighted the need to reverse a na- class May 14 their families can take advantage tional decline in engineer graduates and during a visit to of this cultural and educational those entering STEM jobs, professions Patch High School. opportunity in all 50 states. and research fields. The students were In its fourth year, the Blue The meeting with Patch students dissecting small Star Museums Program is a col- and faculty came ahead of a new accord sharks. laboration among the Defense between the two organizations. Department, Blue Star Families, Brian Temple On May 20, the general signed a the National Endowment for USACE partnership agreement with of Engineers that we should be a “We respond to disasters like Su- the Arts and the museums to give service members and their DODEA, paving the way to more col- leader in STEM,” he said. “This is the perstorm Sandy, and we did the con- families a way to spend time laborative educational and professional organization that built the Washing- struction after Katrina. These are all together in their local museums. opportunities tied to STEM careers. ton Monument, finished the Panama engineering feats that are useful for For a list of participating The program takes effect in the Canal … and did a lot of things on Americans to understand. 2013-14 school year. the waterways of the United States museums, go to www.nea.gov. “I’ve encouraged the entire Corps of America. See STEM on page 4 Page 2 OPINION The Citizen, May 30, 2013 Odierno: time to solve sexual assault, harassment Commentary by Our Army is based on a bedrock Gen. Raymond T. Odierno of trust — the trust between Soldiers U.S. Army chief of staff and leaders that we will take care of It is time we take on the fight against each other. sexual assault and sexual harass- ver the last 12 years Recent incidents of sexual assault of war, our Army has and sexual harassment demonstrate ment as our primary mission. It is Odemonstrated exceptional that we have violated that trust. In fact, competence, courage, and resiliency these acts violate everything our Army up to every one of us, civilian and in adapting to the demands of war stands for. They are contrary to our Soldier, general officer to private, to and accom- Army values and must not be tolerated. plishing the It is up to every individual to solve this problem within our ranks. mission. contribute to a culture in which our Today, Soldiers, civilians, and family mem- however, the bers can reach their full potential. It oughly and professionally investigated Our profession is built on the Army is fail- is imperative that we protect potential and that appropriate action is taken. bedrock of trust; sexual assault and ing in its ef- victims from ever experiencing a Leaders at every level are respon- sexual harassment betray that trust. forts to combat sexual crime. sible for establishing a command They have a corrosive effect on our sexual assault We must provide compassion- climate and culture of mutual respect, unit readiness, team cohesion, good and sexual ha- ate care and protect survivors after a trust and safety. Leaders must develop order and discipline. rassment. Gen. Odierno crime has been committed. systems to “see” their units, and We are entrusted with ensuring the It is time Our people must be confident that understand the extent to which their health and welfare of America’s sons we take on the fight against sexual complaints will be handled quickly leadership promotes a positive com- and daughters. There are no bystand- assault and sexual harassment as our and decisively, and that our system mand climate for all Soldiers. ers in this effort. primary mission. It is up to every one will deliver justice and protection I urge everyone to start a con- Our Soldiers, their families, and of us, civilian and Soldier, general of- throughout the reporting, investiga- versation within your unit or orga- the American people are counting ficer to private, to solve this problem tion and adjudication process. nization, among leaders, peers and on us to lead the way in solving this within our ranks. Commanders, non-commissioned subordinates, and with family and problem within our ranks. The Army is committed to the officers, and law enforcement must friends to better understand one safety and security of every Soldier, ensure that every allegation of sexual another’s experiences and to develop Editor’s Note: This piece origi- civilian, and family member. assault and sexual harassment is thor- better solutions to this problem. nally appeared as a blog entry.

HE Ask the Commander T CITIZEN Ask the Commander allows members of the is supported by government contracts which do Col. John P. Stack U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander Stuttgart military community to share their ques- not allow contract employees to perform outside tions, concerns, comments and suggestions to their contract parameters. For example, contract Public Affairs Officer the garrison commander. Send your thoughts via IACS employees cannot perform ID card duties. Mark Howell Sequestration has lead to delays in hiring. As [email protected] email to stuttgartmedia.eur.army.mil with “Ask the Commander” in the subject line, or visit the gar- hiring opportunities increase, we intend to add Command Information Chief/Editor Culture Editor rison’s Facebook page at another employee to the ID Card Office staff. S.J. Grady Carola Meusel www.facebook.com/USAGarrisonStuttgart. Staffing is determined by average customer [email protected] [email protected] usage, not peak demand. Since it takes about Contact Information Why does it take so long at the ID Card/IACS 20 minutes to issue an ID card, the fifth person Telephone: 431-3105/civ. 07031-15-3105 Registration Office? When business slows down to sign in would expect about a 40 minute wait Fax: 431-3096/civ. 07031-15-3096 Email: [email protected] in one section, why can’t those employees help the when two technicians are on duty. Employees Website: www.stuttgart.army.mil other section? Why can’t you hire more people? have no control over equipment problems, and Office Location: Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne Although the ID Card and Installation Access Con- U.S. Army Address: Unit 30401, APO AE 09107 waits could be longer if the automated system German Address: USAG-S PAO, Panzer Kaserne, trol System offices are co-located for customer con- malfunctions. Geb. 2949, 3rd Floor, Panzerstrasse, 71032 Böblingen venience, they are independent offices supported by Our desire is to provide timely, professional

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SOCAFRICA change of command set for June 7 U.S. Special Operations Command Africa will host a change of command cer- emony between Rear Adm. Brian L. Losey and Army Brig. Gen. James B. Linder June 7 at 2 p.m. in the Kelley Fitness Center. Linder is currently the deputy director for Operations at U.S. AFRICOM. After his departure, Losey will take command of the Naval Special Warfare Command in Coro- nado, Calif. Trash restrictions go into effect June 1 As of June 1, U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart community members living on the economy will no longer be allowed to dispose of garbage or recyclables on the installations. The policy applies to all military, civilian, A construction crew digs a trench behind Building 2949 for a new district heating system on Panzer local national and contractor personnel, as Kaserne May 8. Insulated pipes will be installed underground to carry hot water to and from buildings well as family members who live off base. on Panzer Kaserne. The project is expected to be completed in spring of 2014. Trash collection points will be monitored by military police patrols. Violators will receive a warning letter from the garrison Greener, cost-efficient heating commander for the first offense. With mul- tiple offenses, violators could be ordered to project underway at Panzer complete community service or may temporarily lose installation support privileges. Story & photos by S.J. Grady For more information about off-post USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office trash disposal guidance and frequently asked questions, visit the garrison website at .S. Army Garrison Stuttgart is moving www.stuttgart.army.mil/trash.html. closer to a greener, more efficient method of providing heat to Panzer Kaserne. DUI-free units lauded U Several units in the Stuttgart military The installation is currently heated by aging oil- community were recently lauded by U.S. fired steam boilers, which have low efficiency limita- Army Garrison Stuttgart for completing tions and contribute to carbon emissions. fiscal year 2012 without a drunken driving In the future, the caserne will be connected to the incident. The units are: Böblingen hot water district heating system. • G Company, 52nd Aviation; The system includes the Zweckverband Rest- • 66th Military Intelligence Detachment; müllheizkraftwerk Böblingen, an incineration plant • Headquarters, Headquarters Company, located about one kilometer from the caserne, where U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart; trash from Panzer, along with other customers, is • Special Operations Command Europe burned for fuel. Signal Detachment; Replacing the old system will save the garrison • U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart; more than €450,000 in fuel costs each year and reduce • Stuttgart Dental Activity; carbon dioxide emissions by 60 percent, according • Joint Tactical Ground Station; to garrison officials. • Navy Special Warfare Unit 10; Anyone who has recently been to Panzer may have • Marine Forces Africa; noticed a flurry of construction activity, both inside • Marine Forces Europe. and outside the gate. Is your car registration “There are two operations going on. The first is about to expire? outside the gate. The Germans are connecting their Workers prepare insulated pipes before they are Did you know you can renew your system to our heat substation, and we are replacing installed underground May 23. About 6,000 meters vehicle’s registration as soon as you receive our distribution system,” said William Rossignol, of pipes will be replaced on Panzer Kaserne. notification, usually about 75 days before the USAG Stuttgart Directorate of Public Works it expires? Completing the renewal process Engineering Division chief. streets blocked to through traffic as crews install the early does not shorten the registration time; The garrison is overseeing a $9.4 million project grid of insulated pipes, according to Ismail Engin, the the renewed registration will commence once that includes replacing 6,000 meters of underground DPW project manager. the old registration expires, but you may be supply and return lines, and upgrading 34 mechani- Once the excavation and pipe installation work is able to avoid a wait during peak periods. cal rooms with new control units, pumps and heat completed next fall, the new system will function in And should your vehicle fail the inspec- exchangers. tandem with the old system. tion, you normally will have enough time to The German construction firm Leonhard Weiss Engin said at that point, crews will focus their at- correct the deficiency and renew within the GmbH and Co. KG is handling the excavation work tention on upgrading the remaining mechanical rooms renewal window. that began May 6. and the heat substation in Building 2941. For more information, visit the U.S. So far, the digging has been confined to less The entire project is scheduled for completion Army Europe Registry of Motor Vehicles traveled areas of the installation. Over the summer in spring of 2014, at which time the caserne will be website at www.hqusareur.army.mil/rmv. through October, however, motorists may find certain heated entirely by the Böblingen system. Page 4 NEWS The Citizen, May 30, 2013

Ask a JAG Furlough ...... Do you have a legal question you would Continued from page 1 department and almost every agency, with limited like to see answered in a future edition of exceptions. “We will except civilians deployed to The Citizen? If so, contact “Ask a JAG” at “We kept going back. And finally, we got to a combat zones and civilians necessary to protect life [email protected]. point where I could not responsibly go any deeper into and property,” he wrote in his memo, adding that oth- cutting or jeopardizing our formations, our readiness ers will be excepted if forcing them to stay off the job By Capt. Faisal Akhter (U.S. Army) and training,” he said. would not free up money for other needs. Stuttgart Law Center In a memo to senior department leaders, Hagel Employees set to be furloughed will begin receiv- said he had “very reluctantly” concluded that major ing written notification June 5. Q: My family and I are getting ready budgetary shortfalls triggered by a $37 billion cut In March, defense officials had told civilian to PCS. During our time here in Germany, in defense spending for fiscal year 2013 forced a employees to expect as many as 22 furlough days we’ve entered into a few service contracts. decision he said he deeply regrets, and one that he during the current fiscal year, part of department- Is there anything I should know before acknowledged will disrupt lives and impact DOD wide efforts to slash spending in response to across- leaving? operations. the-board budget cuts known as sequestration. In However, he credited congressional passage of a the time since, Hagel has been working to avoid or A: You’ll make an expensive mistake defense appropriation bill in March in part for help- reduce the temporary layoffs, saying he had sought if you assume a two-year contract, which ing to reduce the number of days civilians would be advice from department leaders and agencies, both covers your entire tour in Germany, lasts for temporarily laid off by half. civilian and military, but found no other way to help only two years. The two-year period simply It may be possible later in the year to “knock that in closing the budget gap. means neither party is allowed to cancel the back” to an even lower number, the secretary said, In his memo Hagel said if the budget situation first two years. but he emphasized that he could not promise such eases, he would strongly prefer to end the furloughs There’s a very important distinction an outcome. early. “That is a decision I will make later in the between typical U.S. contracts and typical “I won’t promise that,” Hagel said. “You deserve year,” he added. German contracts. Generally in Germany, a fair, honest, direct conversation about this, and I’m contract renews automatically unless a party not going to be cute with you at all. This is where we For more information on sequestration and fur- cancels it. That means a contract could techni- are. We’ll continue to look at it, [and] we’ll continue lough, visit the Installation Management Command cally renew itself forever. This difference is to do everything we can.” Europe website at www.imcom-europe.army.mil and something most Americans don’t even con- Hagel said the furloughs will affect every military follow the “Sequester Frequently Asked Questions.” sider when entering into a contract. First, determine how many and what kind of contracts you entered during your time in Germany. Some common ones include cell phone services, cable, Internet and discount STEM ...... cards. Many times, people enter into contracts Continued from page 1 1 million more college graduates over the current trend in STEM areas of study. without realizing it. For example, if you pur- “It’s important that we increase the number of “STEM is a priority for DOD,” Bostick said. chased a Bahncard for train discounts, you engineers. Those who might have a proclivity and “This is important for our nation. It’s also important may have agreed to an automatically renew- interest in studying engineering should pursue that, internationally. … But the United States, in particular, ing contract. because the country needs them,” he said. is having a challenge.” Next, contact the other parties that are Recent statistics show just how significant the involved in your contract. Normally, you deficit has become. Military and civilian communities worldwide have can cancel the contract with written notice at In 2008, just four of every 100 American college benefited from Army STEM innovations, according least three months before the contract is up graduates earned a STEM-related degree, which is to Bostick. for renewal. Unfortunately, you may learn among the lowest percentages in the world. Only 14 “Just about everything you touch or use or op- your contract has already renewed. You need countries — including Cuba, Cambodia and Bangla- erate has at its very beginning some involvement to either pay a fee to terminate or pay the re- desh — produce fewer engineers. By comparison, with our science, technology, engineering and math mainder of it. Make sure you end the contract China boasts 31 STEM graduates out of every 100, background and research,” he said. “Some STEM in a dated writing. while the figure sits at 10 in Russia. individual has been involved in the design, organi- One way to avoid this situation is to Based on population growth and retirement rates, zation and development of the products that we use submit a written cancellation notice shortly the U.S. anticipates 2.8 million STEM job openings from day to day. after the beginning of the contract. By do- by 2020. To keep pace, the nation must generate about “In order for us to be the leaders in this in the ing so, you can ensure the contract does not future, it’s going to take auto-renew before the initial cancellation the communities to rally period ends. around those who wish to Of course, the best way to avoid this situ- study. … Communities ation is to never enter into any contracts in can help by encouraging the first place. At the end of the day, it’s your young men and women name and your signature on a German legal from every walk of life, document. Be cognizant of what you sign and every background, who think twice about whether you need to enter have an interest and abil- into a contract. ity to study STEM to If you feel you must enter into a German pursue those dreams.” contract, yet aren’t sure of what exactly the Bostick, whose fa- contract includes, contact the Legal Assistance ther also served in the office at 421-4152 and schedule an appoint- Army, is a product of ment with the German attorney. Department of Defense Dependents Schools. He This column is not intended as individual attended second grade at or specific legal advice. If you have specific Brian Temple Smith Elementary School issues or concerns, you should consult a judge Lt. Gen. Thomas P. Bostick, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding in Baumholder and later advocate at 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. general, addresses cadets in Patch High School’s Army Junior Reserve Officers went to high school in Training Corps unit May 14 during a visit to Stuttgart. Okinawa, Japan. Page 4 NEWS The Citizen, May 30, 2013 The Citizen, May 30, 2013 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS Page 5 AAFES/DeCA council Furloughs ...... meets June 5 Ask a JAG An Army and Air Force A little history, Do you have a legal question you would Continued from page 1 department and almost every agency, with limited Exchange Service/Defense Com- like to see answered in a future edition of exceptions. “We will except civilians deployed to missary Agency quarterly council a lot of sweat The Citizen? If so, contact “Ask a JAG” at “We kept going back. And finally, we got to a combat zones and civilians necessary to protect life meeting will be held June 5 in the [email protected]. point where I could not responsibly go any deeper into and property,” he wrote in his memo, adding that oth- Swabian Special Events Center More than 400 runners cross the cutting or jeopardizing our formations, our readiness ers will be excepted if forcing them to stay off the job from 10:30-11:30 a.m. starting line to run in the tenth By Capt. Faisal Akhter (U.S. Army) and training,” he said. would not free up money for other needs. Community members are invit- annual U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Law Center In a memo to senior department leaders, Hagel Employees set to be furloughed will begin receiv- ed to provide input and suggestions Stuttgart Cobblestone Classic May said he had “very reluctantly” concluded that major ing written notification June 5. to Exchange and DeCA managers. 18. 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The two-year period simply It may be possible later in the year to “knock that in closing the budget gap. eligible for appointment under U.S. means neither party is allowed to cancel the back” to an even lower number, the secretary said, In his memo Hagel said if the budget situation employment conditions. Visit the and Robinson Barracks. The pro- The free fun run is open to all unteer, go to https://www.groupvb- first two years. but he emphasized that he could not promise such eases, he would strongly prefer to end the furloughs USA Jobs link to view online vacan- gram runs from June 26 to Aug. 7. ID cardholders. Registration for the spro.com/vbs/ez/stuttgartrso/. There’s a very important distinction an outcome. early. “That is a decision I will make later in the cies, go to www.usajobs.gov. For more information, call the run will take place June 8. For more information, call between typical U.S. contracts and typical “I won’t promise that,” Hagel said. “You deserve year,” he added. 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This difference is Army Garrison Stuttgart will be to do everything we can.” Europe website at www.imcom-europe.army.mil and LQA answers Pay down debt who will relocate in the next sev- something most Americans don’t even con- Hagel said the furloughs will affect every military follow the “Sequester Frequently Asked Questions.” closed the morning of June 26 for U.S. Army Europe has devel- Learn to refocus on savings and eral months should plan to attend sider when entering into a contract. mandatory training. The branches investments with Financial Peace one of the permanent change of sta- First, determine how many and what kind will open at 11 a.m. oped a list of frequently asked of contracts you entered during your time in questions for those USAREUR University. The U.S. Army Garri- tion/pre-separation briefings to be Germany. 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One way to avoid this situation is to Based on population growth and retirement rates, zation and development of the products that we use “Have Book, Will Travel” summer who have completed American available from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. submit a written cancellation notice shortly the U.S. anticipates 2.8 million STEM job openings from day to day. reading program. kindergarten to those who will be after the beginning of the contract. By do- Children, teens and adults can to prepare participants for the zom- entering sixth grade. Send your announcements to by 2020. To keep pace, the nation must generate about “In order for us to be the leaders in this in the ing so, you can ensure the contract does not future, it’s going to take sign up now at the libraries on Patch bie fun run, which starts at 1 p.m. To sign up or to register as a vol- [email protected]. auto-renew before the initial cancellation the communities to rally period ends. around those who wish to Of course, the best way to avoid this situ- study. … Communities ation is to never enter into any contracts in can help by encouraging Recycling batteries the first place. At the end of the day, it’s your young men and women Throwing batteries away in the household trash is prohibited by German law. name and your signature on a German legal from every walk of life, Batteries are hazardous waste because they contain heavy metals such as nickel, cad- document. Be cognizant of what you sign and every background, who mium, lithium, lead and mercury. These metals can contami- think twice about whether you need to enter have an interest and abil- nate the groundwater and accumulate in the food chain. into a contract. ity to study STEM to Batteries contain a range of metals which can be reused If you feel you must enter into a German pursue those dreams.” as a secondary raw material, but only if they have been contract, yet aren’t sure of what exactly the Bostick, whose fa- contract includes, contact the Legal Assistance ther also served in the disposed of in the correct manner. office at 421-4152 and schedule an appoint- Army, is a product of Local shops that sell batteries are required by German ment with the German attorney. Department of Defense law to provide battery recycling information and a col- Dependents Schools. He lection box for spent batteries. These collection boxes are This column is not intended as individual attended second grade at usually placed at the entrance and are generally for small, or specific legal advice. If you have specific Brian Temple Smith Elementary School dry-cell batteries (AAA, AA, C). issues or concerns, you should consult a judge On post, green battery collection containers can be USAG Stuttgart Lt. Gen. Thomas P. Bostick, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding in Baumholder and later Directorate of Public Works advocate at 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. general, addresses cadets in Patch High School’s Army Junior Reserve Officers went to high school in found at the entrances of the commissaries and shoppettes. Environmental Division Training Corps unit May 14 during a visit to Stuttgart. Okinawa, Japan. Page 6 FEATURES The Citizen, May 30, 2013

Sean Schulze, acting U.S. Forces liaison officer AFN announces (from right), Matthias Berger, Gertrud Grund- need to tweak mann and Cris Leather- man roll 50.6 pounds of coins April 25 at the U.S. decoder settings Forces Liaison Office in George A. Smith Stuttgart. Grundmann in- American Forces Network Europe herited the coins from her father-in-law Günther he American Forces Network Europe is “Zippy” Grundmann, eliminating one of its two satellite tran- who worked as a waiter Tsponders in order to reduce redundant in the Wharton Barracks capability and decrease overall operating cost. This officer’s club in Heil- will require decoder owners to make minor changes bronn from 1955 to 1983. June 4-24 to ensure they continue to receive AFN. All AFN Europe decoder owners, including U.S. consulates and embassies, must change decoder fre- quency and net ID settings June 4-24 to receive AFN Overlooked coins, mementos ‘tell’ Zippy’s story satellite radio and TV channels. Story & photo by Carola Meusel She was confronted with boxes jam-packed with Viewers who get their AFN TV service via on-base USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office military insignias, books, photographs, German cable from a provider such as Germany’s TKS do not “Reichsmark,” and American coins. According to have to do anything. Contractors will be making the hen fantasizing about finding a hidden Grundmann, Günther was a passionate collector necessary changes. treasure, images of a wooden chest who also kept photographs, commanders’ coins and The changes will result in a realignment of some Woverflowing with gold and jewelry certificates of appreciation from his time with the satellite radio and TV channels. Decoder owners will may come to mind. U.S. Forces. notice more changes than viewers who get their AFN For Gertrud Grundmann, the hidden treasure “He always felt very connected with the Americans from on-base cable. Twelve redundant AFN|prime she discovered came in six cigar boxes and a cotton and the military community here,” Grundmann said. Atlantic channels and AFN|prime Freedom will no sack, all filled with 50.6 pounds of American coins After finding the coins and wishing to have them longer be available. These decoder channels offered the — mainly pennies, dimes and nickels. exchanged, an odyssey began for Grundmann: She same TV shows with local community messages tar- Last month, the U.S. Forces Liaison Office Baden- contacted the U.S. Embassy in Berlin, banks in the geted toward specific military installations. AFN|prime Württemberg helped Grundmann roll and exchange U.S., Army Community Service offices in Heidelberg Freedom time-shifted AFN|prime Atlantic shows and the coins after officials of the Baden-Württemberg and Stuttgart, and the petition committee Baden- targeted TV messages exclusively to personnel serving State Parliament petitioned for their help, according Württemberg. in Afghanistan. The AFN Europe audience will still get local to Sean Schulze, the acting U.S. Forces liaison officer. Finally, her letters were forwarded to USFLO. community messages on radio, www.afneurope.net, USFLO serves as the liaison between the U.S. Schulze, the acting liaison officer, and his col- social media and AFN 360: Internet Radio. AFN Forces and German state and federal agencies. Part leagues teamed up with the Community Bank on Europe will air the TV spots for the U.S. military of its mission is to support German partners with mat- Patch Barracks to roll, count and exchange the coins. serving in Afghanistan on AFN|sports. ters related to the U.S. Forces, according to Schulze. According to USFLO, it took four people over two In preparation for AFN migrating to an upgraded The coins have a clear connection to the U.S. hours to roll 7,889 coins totaling $1892.70. Among digital signal later on this year, viewers should not Forces: Grundmann’s father-in-law Günther, or the collection were rare and valuable coins such as purchase or lease any decoder that is not the newest “Zippy,” Grundmann worked as a waiter at the of- dimes with high silver content, $1 and $2 silver cer- model, the CISCO D9865. When the switch to this ficers’ club on Wharton Barracks in Heilbronn from tificates from 1935, and war nickels from 1940-43. digital signal occurs, all AFN decoders other than the 1955 to 1983. Throughout his 28 years of service, he Grundmann was truly touched by the support and D9865 will no longer function. squirreled away his tip money. USFLO’s effort. Starting June 4, use the AFN App to view easy- Günther died in 1996. For 16 years, Zippy’s stash “It’s great to finally receive some help here in to-understand instructions at www.afneurope.net, as of coins sat in the basement of his home, undisturbed. Stuttgart. I almost gave up my hopes in having the well as all of the channel changes. After Günther’s wife Helena and his son Heinz money exchanged,” Grundmann said. died, Gertrud Grundmann, Heinz’ wife, started to She will now use the money to renovate her in- For assistance, call the AFN Network Operation clear out the basement. law’s house. 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Sean Schulze, acting U.S. applications. Forces liaison officer AFN announces In addition, representatives from (from right), Matthias Social Security, U.S. Citizenship Berger, Gertrud Grund- need to tweak ‘Lucky’ and Immigration Services, and Im- mann and Cris Leather- migrant Visa Services will be avail- man roll 50.6 pounds of able to answer questions related to coins April 25 at the U.S. decoder settings audience immigration, naturalization, visas, Forces Liaison Office in Good Luck Penny, citizenship and social security. George A. Smith All services will be available on Stuttgart. Grundmann in- American Forces Network Europe an Orlando, Fla.-based herited the coins from her band (guitarist Doug a walk-in basis, with the exception father-in-law Günther he American Forces Network Europe is Pierce, and vocalists of birth registrations. Appointments “Zippy” Grundmann, eliminating one of its two satellite tran- Lindsey Guillot and Jarian will be necessary for consular who worked as a waiter Tsponders in order to reduce redundant Felton) join forces with reports of birth abroad and can be in the Wharton Barracks capability and decrease overall operating cost. This the Willy Pete band for a scheduled by emailing frankfurt- [email protected]. Put “Stutt- officer’s club in Heil- will require decoder owners to make minor changes free concert at the Patch gart” in the subject line. bronn from 1955 to 1983. June 4-24 to ensure they continue to receive AFN. Community Club May 20. All AFN Europe decoder owners, including U.S. The concert was cour- Customers should complete all consulates and embassies, must change decoder fre- tesy of the United Service required forms before the event. Detailed checklists for tour- quency and net ID settings June 4-24 to receive AFN Organizations and Family ist passports and reports of birth Overlooked coins, mementos ‘tell’ Zippy’s story satellite radio and TV channels. and Morale, Welfare and abroad, are available online at Story & photo by Carola Meusel She was confronted with boxes jam-packed with Viewers who get their AFN TV service via on-base Recreation. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office military insignias, books, photographs, German cable from a provider such as Germany’s TKS do not www.stuttgart.army.mil. Follow the “Reichsmark,” and American coins. According to have to do anything. Contractors will be making the Martin Greeson “Passport and SOFA” link. hen fantasizing about finding a hidden Grundmann, Günther was a passionate collector necessary changes. For more information, call treasure, images of a wooden chest who also kept photographs, commanders’ coins and The changes will result in a realignment of some Michael Bruce at 421-4154/ overflowing with gold and jewelry civ. 0711-729-4154 or email W certificates of appreciation from his time with the satellite radio and TV channels. Decoder owners will slurs to a resident living in on-post program receive a cash stipend as may come to mind. notice more changes than viewers who get their AFN Children’s chorus to [email protected]. U.S. Forces. quarters at Panzer Kaserne. well as a certificate from Kansas For Gertrud Grundmann, the hidden treasure from on-base cable. Twelve redundant AFN|prime “He always felt very connected with the Americans hold concert If you have information State University. Join retiree council she discovered came in six cigar boxes and a cotton Atlantic channels and AFN|prime Freedom will no The Academy One singers and the military community here,” Grundmann said. concerning this or any crime, Apprentices must complete an The U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- sack, all filled with 50.6 pounds of American coins longer be available. These decoder channels offered the from Orlando, Fla., will hold a free After finding the coins and wishing to have them contact the Stuttgart CID Office application and interview. gart Retiree Support Center is sched- — mainly pennies, dimes and nickels. same TV shows with local community messages tar- concert June 3 at 11:15 a.m. in the exchanged, an odyssey began for Grundmann: She at 430-2973/2976 civ. 0711-680- For more information, call 430- uled to hold a quarterly meeting for Last month, the U.S. Forces Liaison Office Baden- contacted the U.S. Embassy in Berlin, banks in the geted toward specific military installations. AFN|prime Exchange Mall on Panzer Kaserne, military retirees June 20 from 1-3:15 Freedom time-shifted AFN|prime Atlantic shows and 2973/2976, or the MP Desk at 430- 6289 or civ. 0711-680-6289, or visit Württemberg helped Grundmann roll and exchange U.S., Army Community Service offices in Heidelberg followed by a performance at Bö- p.m. in the Panzer Chapel Fellow- targeted TV messages exclusively to personnel serving 5262/civ. 0711-680-5262. the Patch Youth Center, Building the coins after officials of the Baden-Württemberg and Stuttgart, and the petition committee Baden- blingen Elementary/Middle School ship Hall, Building 2940. in Afghanistan. 2337, Patch Barracks. State Parliament petitioned for their help, according Württemberg. at 1 p.m. Get ‘hired’ If you would like to serve as The AFN Europe audience will still get local to Sean Schulze, the acting U.S. Forces liaison officer. Finally, her letters were forwarded to USFLO. For more information, call 430- The U.S. Army Garrison Consular Outreach a member of the retiree council community messages on radio, www.afneurope.net, USFLO serves as the liaison between the U.S. Schulze, the acting liaison officer, and his col- 2110/civ. 0711-680-2110. Stuttgart Child, Youth and School Day June 4 social media and AFN 360: Internet Radio. AFN or volunteer at the center, call civ. Forces and German state and federal agencies. Part leagues teamed up with the Community Bank on Services HIRED! apprenticeship The U.S. Consulate in Frankfurt Europe will air the TV spots for the U.S. military CID offers reward 0711-680-2509 or send an email to of its mission is to support German partners with mat- Patch Barracks to roll, count and exchange the coins. program summer term begins June serving in Afghanistan on AFN|sports. The Stuttgart Criminal Inves- has organized a Consular Outreach [email protected]. ters related to the U.S. Forces, according to Schulze. According to USFLO, it took four people over two In preparation for AFN migrating to an upgraded tigation Division Office is offer- 17. HIRED! offers teens ages 15- Day June 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Stuttgart Retiree Support The coins have a clear connection to the U.S. hours to roll 7,889 coins totaling $1892.70. Among digital signal later on this year, viewers should not ing a $750 reward for information 18 career-explorative experiences at the Kelley Theatre, Building Center is located in Room 307, Forces: Grundmann’s father-in-law Günther, or the collection were rare and valuable coins such as purchase or lease any decoder that is not the newest leading to the apprehension and while promoting leadership devel- 3320, on Kelley Barracks. Building 2915, Panzer Kaserne. “Zippy,” Grundmann worked as a waiter at the of- dimes with high silver content, $1 and $2 silver cer- model, the CISCO D9865. 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Don’tBy Robert be Szostek a victim to roadside scamsBe aware this of cheap summerimitations. U.S. Army Europe Office of the con artists Always consider the relationship Provost Marshal Public Affairs who target between the trouble a person claims he Americans is in and what he is asking for. People in eople can run into bad luck by flagging real need rarely ask for more than what while they are on the road them down is absolutely necessary. Pand become legitimate candi- and then Never give large amounts of money dates for charity. Unfortunately, others offering to anyone on the road. The most anyone are simply up to no good, warn officials what appears should need is enough to fill a tank at the U.S. Army Europe Office of the to be gold with gas. Provost Marshal. jewelry as Officials also noted that the German “With the onset of summer we again “collateral” automobile association ADAC reports expect to see cases of swindlers trying for an that travelers should also be aware that to defraud Americans traveling around “emergency” in some regions gangs may be involved Europe,” said Joseph Day, USAREUR loan. OPM law enforcement chief. in trying to scam motorists on main Officials said one type of common Photo highways. illustration by The crooks, they say, generally scam involves someone in a vehicle S.J. Grady flagging down other vehicles to get drive large, dark sedans and try to get money by falsely claiming to need help. run out of money at a trade fair. The supposed gold ring turns out to be brass. drivers to stop with hand gestures, This kind of approach often happens scammer then offers to sell the victim To avoid being scammed, Day flashing lights or a raised gas container. close to a barracks gate, at a highway his expensive goods — often jackets recommends that members of the U.S. When the victim stops, they demand rest stop or on a road outside a town or coats — at a huge discount so he forces community in Europe keep these financial help for their families or try where vehicles must move slowly. can buy gas to get home. But the fancy tips in mind: to sell fake jewelry. If the victim gives Sometimes the scammers offer driv- brand-name articles are nothing but Beware of distractions if you are in up little or no cash, the solicitation can ers what appears to be gold jewelry as cheap fakes. your car alone. Someone talking to you turn into a robbery. “collateral” so they can pay a “loan” Police in Bavaria recently reported on the driver’s side of the car could be ADAC advises drivers who en- back later, OPM officials said, but the another variation of the gold scam in trying to divert your attention while a counter such situations to not stop, but rings and chains usually turn out to be which beggars give passers-by a gold buddy steals your purse or wallet from continue driving. worthless brass imitations. ring that they claim no longer fits. If the other side. Day advises that anyone approached OPM experts warn of a second scam someone accepts the gift, the man or Offers that sound too good to be true in this manner write down the person’s that involves a con artist stopping an woman then begs them for money and usually are. Articles with fancy brand license plate number and contact the intended victim and claiming to have can become quite aggressive. Again, the names and gold jewelry are most likely nearest military or civil police station.

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The don’t have the time or money to go on a 10-day cruise, Neckar-Käpt’n perhaps a local day cruise right here in Stuttgart is more your style. offers scenic The Neckar-Käpt’n takes visitors on scenic day cruise routes outings along the Neckar River. along the Neckar Cruises include tours with the Neckar Käptn’s flag River. Cruises and largest ship the MS Wilhelma, as well as the MS take off from the Stuttgart, MS Liberty and the “Partyfloss,” or party Wilhelma pier in raft, according to Beatrix Töricht, spokeswoman for Bad Cannstatt. the Neckar-Käpt’n. Patrons can choose between different tours and Photo courtesy of event cruises that take off from the Wilhelma pier in Neckar-Käpt’n Bad Cannstatt. The Max-Eyth-Lake cruise, for example, takes Neckar-Käptn’s routes giving visitors the chance to visitors on a tour of Stuttgart’s city districts Bad hop on or off a boat. Cannstatt, Münster and Hofen. During the trip, pa- “There are many different ways that people can trons will pass the Max-Eyth-See, one of Stuttgart’s combine a boat tour with a trip to a historic landmark most popular leisure areas. The one-hour tour is or city that we pass during our cruises,” Töricht said. offered Tuesday through Sunday at 12:30 p.m. and Töricht recommends the Hessigheim cruise line during the German summer break (July 25 to Sept. from Marbach to Hessigheim, located 25 kilometers 7) at 1 p.m. north of Stuttgart. The Neckar Park tour offers soccer, party and car “The cruise from Marbach to Hessigheim is very enthusiasts a glimpse into the world of automobiles, scenic. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the sports and the Cannstatter Wasen fest grounds. Visi- wine hills and nice shores,” Töricht said. “The great tors will pass the Cannstatt lock and stop at the Neckar thing about a boat trip is that people can always see Park. The Neckar Park marks the Cannstatter Wasen two shores from different perspectives.” fest grounds, where the spring fest and beer festival Patrons can choose between taking the S-Bahn is held annually, as well as the Mercedes-Benz Arena, train to Marbach and then hop on the Neckar-Käpt’n home to Stuttgart’s soccer team. The Mercedes-Benz or take off from the Wilhelma pier from Wednesday Museum next to the stadium boasts 125 years of through Sunday at 11 a.m. automotive history. “For visitors to Stuttgart, a boat tour is ideal. Dur- For a good view of the Cannstatter Wasen fest ing the tour, they are introduced to landmarks and grounds, Töricht recommends the Neckar Park tour sites and they can always come back on their own when the spring fest or the Cannstatter beer festival and explore more,” Töricht said. is held. The Relax Coffee Tour makes for a pleasant The one-hour tour departs Wednesday through afternoon outing. Visitors can enjoy nature and scen- Sunday at 1:45 p.m. The tour is not offered during ery with coffee and cake. The three-hour tour takes the German summer break. Illustration courtesy of Neckar-Käpt’n off from the Wilhelma pier toward Remseck every During the Harbor tour, patrons cruise through Tuesday at 3 p.m. The Neckar-Käpt’n offers day cruises from Stuttgart the Cannstatt and Untertürkheim locks all the way For party enthusiasts, the event cruises offer a all the way to Besigheim. Here, visitors can tour the to Stuttgart’s industrial harbor. Disco Pasta Night with a pasta buffet and music. The “Felsengärten,” or rock gardens. According to Töricht, the best way to explore a “Flösserbrunch,” and the “Huckleberry’s Flossfahrt” Patrons booking a tour on their birthdays can harbor is by boat. Visitors can see all the ships export- cruise for free if they bring a valid ID. Event cruises ing or importing goods from the Neckar River, to the are party rafts that offer both barbecue and drinks. are exempt from the offer. Rhine and the North Sea to the world or vice versa. Another outing is the “Musik und Wein an Bord,” “Another highlight during the harbor tour is that that promises an evening of wine and live music with Landmarks or outings along the way include the people will have a beautiful view on one of Stuttgart’s accordion player Jörg Langer on board the Neckar- Ludwigsburg Castle, Friedrich Schiller’s (famous landmarks, the Sepulchral Chapel on Württemberg Käpt’n, according to Töricht. German poet) birth home in Marbach, wine tastings Hill,” Töricht said. “During a boat trip, visitors can get a panoramic in Besigheim and Hessigheim, and the Wilhlema The chapel was built by King Wilhelm I between view of the countryside and nature,” Töricht said. Zoological and Botanical Garden (a five-minute walk 1820-24 for his beloved wife and Queen of Würt- “It’s a wonderful way to get away from the every- from the pier). temberg, Katharina Pawlowna. day hustle, relax and dive into a different world on Audio guides are available in English on the The two-hour tour is offered through Oct. 20 each a slower pace.” MS Wilhelma. Wednesday and Thursday at 10:15 a.m. For reservations, routes, prices, family specials All tours take off from the Wilhelma pier in Bad All Neckar-Käpt’n boats can be booked for groups and more information in English, visit www.neckar- Cannstatt. But there are more stops throughout the and special occasions. kaeptn.de or call civ. 0711-54997060.

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To reserve tickets, call the Bicycle riding has many benefits including exercise, pre- Play family bingo venting pollution and saving money. However, sharing the The Patch Community Club is Theatre Office at 421-3055/civ. 0711-729-3055. road with motorized vehicles can be extremely hazardous. the place to be on the first Sunday Follow these rules and tips for safe bicycle riding. of each month for family bingo Discounted bowling and the chance to win valuable This summer you can bowl 50 • Protect your head — wear a helmet. prizes for children and adults. games for $25 with a 50/50 bowl- • See and be seen — wear bright colors or reflective stripes. Card sales will start at 1 p.m.; ing card from the Galaxy Bowling • Avoid biking at night — when you have to, make yourself visible at the game starts at 3 p.m. Food and and Entertainment Center. The night with reflectors and lights. beverages will also be available cards are valid through Aug. 31. • Stay alert — keep a lookout for obstacles in your path. for purchase. For more information call 431- • Go with the flow — ride with traffic. • Check for traffic — be aware of traffic around you, especially near For more information, call 2575/civ. 07031-15-2575. intersections and driveways. 430-5433/civ. 0711-680-5433. Register for fall sports • Learn the rules of the road — obey traffic laws. Play ‘ultimate’ June 17 to Aug. 2 • Ensure bicycle readiness — is your bicycle properly adjusted? Get a team of seven players • Can you stop it? — check your bike’s brakes before riding. Registration for Child, Youth • Check your wheels — quick-release wheels should be securely fas- together for an ultimate Frisbee and School Services fall sports tournament to be held June 8 at tened. will run from June 17 to Aug. 2. • In Germany, cyclists may ride on the right side of the road if a bicycle Patch Barracks’ Husky Field. Sports include tackle football, path is not available and pedestrians are not impaired. For more information, call flag football, soccer, cheerleading • Outside urbanized areas, motorized bicycles may use bicycle paths. 430-5386/civ. 0711-680-5386. and developmental sports. Interest- • Children under 8 years of age must use sidewalks when riding bicy- Musical comedy ed participants must have physicals cles; those between 8 and 10 years of age may use sidewalks. The Stuttgart Theatre Center’s valid through November. • Special consideration is to be shown for pedestrians. When using a final production of the season, “A Discounts are available to crosswalk, cyclists must dismount and walk their bikes across. Funny Thing Happened on the families with more than one child. Way to the Forum,” runs through To register, visit Parent Central June 16. Performances at the Kel- Services, Building 2347, Patch USAG Stuttgart ley Theatre will be held June 1, 7, Barracks. 8, 14 and 15 at 7:30 p.m. Matinee performances will be held June 2, For more activities, visit 9 and 16 at 3 p.m. www.stuttgart.armymwr.com. S FETY Corner The Citizen, May 30, 2013 Page 11

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Photo by Ed Thornburg Secret Keepers Ms. Jager’s 5th grade art class has been busy modeling with clay. From blocks of clay these BEMS Blue Ribbon students have formed beautiful sculptures that will serve a very special purpose. They will be “Secret “Keepers” something you can tell your secrets to and know that they will always remain a secret. In this photo we see Heather Landry (from left), Saiveon Harmon and Jack Crespo, holding the bodies of their “Secret Keep- ers” which they have just finished. Their next assignment will be to finish the heads and decorate their bodies.

Photo by Kathy Morrow Photo by Ed Thornburg Living Museum Daily 5 The third and fourth grade students at Böblingen Elementary Middle Connor Spraggins and Andrew Gansewendt are preparing to make School participated in a Living Wax Museum on Wednesday, 22 May their Daily 5 selections in Mrs. Poe’s 1st grade class. These Blue Rib- 2013. Our Blue Ribbon Students researched either an American hero bon students love taking ownership of their learning. On this day the or American inventor. They then dazzled their guests with speeches students were selecting two from the list of the Daily 5 to work on. about their hero’s or inventor’s life. The guests learned many new The following 5 elements make up the list of the Daily 5: Read to Self, facts about many different people! Here we see Aiden Gavin with his Read to Someone, Listening to Reading, Writing, and Word Work. It’s exhibit on Davy Crockett. easy to see that these Blue Ribbon students love doing their Daily 5. Take a look at what’s going on in Stuttgart’s schools. a look at what’s going Take The Citizen, May 30, 2013 Page 13 Take a look at what’s going on in Stuttgart’s schools.

Photo by Ed Thornburg The Traveling Band The Böblingen Elementary Middle School’s advanced band, 7th and 8th graders, conducted a recent tour by visiting several classrooms. The band went from one classroom to another entertaining the students and giving special recognition on special occasions. Here the Blue Ribbon Band can be seen in Ms. Senna’s kindergarten class, where they played the National Anthem.

Lava Maps Lots of projects can be used to teach student the concepts of measurement. Ms. Kenny, a 5th grade teacher at Böblingen Elementary Middle School, came up with a very interesting one that was a real attention getter. During math class she taught her Blue Ribbon students to mix and measure ingredients for making lava maps. The students had hands-on experience using both customary and metric units of measurement while completing their map-making projects. In this photo we can see Preston Phelps (from left), Sammy Stacy, Jadell Durham and Kylie Songer mixing and measuring to get the best lava Photo by Lizbeth Kenny for their map.

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Ask a JAG Furlough ...... Do you have a legal question you would Continued from page 1 department and almost every agency, with limited like to see answered in a future edition of exceptions. “We will except civilians deployed to The Citizen? If so, contact “Ask a JAG” at “We kept going back. And finally, we got to a combat zones and civilians necessary to protect life [email protected]. point where I could not responsibly go any deeper into and property,” he wrote in his memo, adding that oth- cutting or jeopardizing our formations, our readiness ers will be excepted if forcing them to stay off the job By Capt. Faisal Akhter (U.S. Army) and training,” he said. would not free up money for other needs. Stuttgart Law Center In a memo to senior department leaders, Hagel Employees set to be furloughed will begin receiv- said he had “very reluctantly” concluded that major ing written notification June 5. Q: My family and I are getting ready budgetary shortfalls triggered by a $37 billion cut In March, defense officials had told civilian to PCS. During our time here in Germany, in defense spending for fiscal year 2013 forced a employees to expect as many as 22 furlough days we’ve entered into a few service contracts. decision he said he deeply regrets, and one that he during the current fiscal year, part of department- Is there anything I should know before acknowledged will disrupt lives and impact DOD wide efforts to slash spending in response to across- leaving? operations. the-board budget cuts known as sequestration. In However, he credited congressional passage of a the time since, Hagel has been working to avoid or A: You’ll make an expensive mistake defense appropriation bill in March in part for help- reduce the temporary layoffs, saying he had sought if you assume a two-year contract, which ing to reduce the number of days civilians would be advice from department leaders and agencies, both covers your entire tour in Germany, lasts for temporarily laid off by half. civilian and military, but found no other way to help only two years. The two-year period simply It may be possible later in the year to “knock that in closing the budget gap. means neither party is allowed to cancel the back” to an even lower number, the secretary said, In his memo Hagel said if the budget situation first two years. but he emphasized that he could not promise such eases, he would strongly prefer to end the furloughs There’s a very important distinction an outcome. early. “That is a decision I will make later in the between typical U.S. contracts and typical “I won’t promise that,” Hagel said. “You deserve year,” he added. German contracts. Generally in Germany, a fair, honest, direct conversation about this, and I’m contract renews automatically unless a party not going to be cute with you at all. This is where we For more information on sequestration and fur- cancels it. That means a contract could techni- are. We’ll continue to look at it, [and] we’ll continue lough, visit the Installation Management Command cally renew itself forever. This difference is to do everything we can.” Europe website at www.imcom-europe.army.mil and something most Americans don’t even con- Hagel said the furloughs will affect every military follow the “Sequester Frequently Asked Questions.” sider when entering into a contract. First, determine how many and what kind of contracts you entered during your time in Germany. Some common ones include cell phone services, cable, Internet and discount STEM ...... cards. Many times, people enter into contracts Continued from page 1 1 million more college graduates over the current trend in STEM areas of study. without realizing it. For example, if you pur- “It’s important that we increase the number of “STEM is a priority for DOD,” Bostick said. chased a Bahncard for train discounts, you engineers. Those who might have a proclivity and “This is important for our nation. It’s also important may have agreed to an automatically renew- interest in studying engineering should pursue that, internationally. … But the United States, in particular, ing contract. because the country needs them,” he said. is having a challenge.” Next, contact the other parties that are Recent statistics show just how significant the involved in your contract. Normally, you deficit has become. Military and civilian communities worldwide have can cancel the contract with written notice at In 2008, just four of every 100 American college benefited from Army STEM innovations, according least three months before the contract is up graduates earned a STEM-related degree, which is to Bostick. for renewal. Unfortunately, you may learn among the lowest percentages in the world. Only 14 “Just about everything you touch or use or op- your contract has already renewed. You need countries — including Cuba, Cambodia and Bangla- erate has at its very beginning some involvement to either pay a fee to terminate or pay the re- desh — produce fewer engineers. By comparison, with our science, technology, engineering and math mainder of it. Make sure you end the contract China boasts 31 STEM graduates out of every 100, background and research,” he said. “Some STEM in a dated writing. while the figure sits at 10 in Russia. individual has been involved in the design, organi- One way to avoid this situation is to Based on population growth and retirement rates, zation and development of the products that we use submit a written cancellation notice shortly the U.S. anticipates 2.8 million STEM job openings from day to day. after the beginning of the contract. By do- by 2020. To keep pace, the nation must generate about “In order for us to be the leaders in this in the ing so, you can ensure the contract does not future, it’s going to take auto-renew before the initial cancellation the communities to rally period ends. around those who wish to Of course, the best way to avoid this situ- study. … Communities ation is to never enter into any contracts in can help by encouraging the first place. At the end of the day, it’s your young men and women name and your signature on a German legal from every walk of life, document. Be cognizant of what you sign and every background, who think twice about whether you need to enter have an interest and abil- into a contract. ity to study STEM to If you feel you must enter into a German pursue those dreams.” contract, yet aren’t sure of what exactly the Bostick, whose fa- contract includes, contact the Legal Assistance ther also served in the office at 421-4152 and schedule an appoint- Army, is a product of ment with the German attorney. Department of Defense Dependents Schools. He This column is not intended as individual attended second grade at or specific legal advice. If you have specific Brian Temple Smith Elementary School issues or concerns, you should consult a judge Lt. Gen. Thomas P. Bostick, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding in Baumholder and later advocate at 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. general, addresses cadets in Patch High School’s Army Junior Reserve Officers went to high school in Training Corps unit May 14 during a visit to Stuttgart. Okinawa, Japan. Page 4 NEWS The Citizen, May 30, 2013 The Citizen, May 30, 2013 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS Page 5 AAFES/DeCA council Furlough ...... meets June 5 Ask a JAG An Army and Air Force A little history, Do you have a legal question you would Continued from page 1 department and almost every agency, with limited Exchange Service/Defense Com- like to see answered in a future edition of exceptions. “We will except civilians deployed to missary Agency quarterly council a lot of sweat The Citizen? If so, contact “Ask a JAG” at “We kept going back. And finally, we got to a combat zones and civilians necessary to protect life meeting will be held June 5 in the [email protected]. point where I could not responsibly go any deeper into and property,” he wrote in his memo, adding that oth- Swabian Special Events Center More than 400 runners cross the cutting or jeopardizing our formations, our readiness ers will be excepted if forcing them to stay off the job from 10:30-11:30 a.m. starting line to run in the tenth By Capt. Faisal Akhter (U.S. Army) and training,” he said. would not free up money for other needs. Community members are invit- annual U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Law Center In a memo to senior department leaders, Hagel Employees set to be furloughed will begin receiv- ed to provide input and suggestions Stuttgart Cobblestone Classic May said he had “very reluctantly” concluded that major ing written notification June 5. to Exchange and DeCA managers. 18. The five-mile race follows the Q: My family and I are getting ready budgetary shortfalls triggered by a $37 billion cut In March, defense officials had told civilian Career opportunities historic tank trail between Patch to PCS. During our time here in Germany, in defense spending for fiscal year 2013 forced a employees to expect as many as 22 furlough days Barracks and Panzer Kaserne. we’ve entered into a few service contracts. decision he said he deeply regrets, and one that he during the current fiscal year, part of department- with CYS Services The overall winners were Douglas Is there anything I should know before acknowledged will disrupt lives and impact DOD wide efforts to slash spending in response to across- Career opportunities are avail- Hutcheson (men) with a time of leaving? operations. the-board budget cuts known as sequestration. In able with Family and Morale, 30:21.3 and Melissa Nettleingham However, he credited congressional passage of a the time since, Hagel has been working to avoid or Welfare and Recreation within (women) with a time of 33:49.7. Child, Youth and School Services at A: You’ll make an expensive mistake defense appropriation bill in March in part for help- reduce the temporary layoffs, saying he had sought all facilities. S.J. Grady if you assume a two-year contract, which ing to reduce the number of days civilians would be advice from department leaders and agencies, both Nonappropriated fund positions covers your entire tour in Germany, lasts for temporarily laid off by half. civilian and military, but found no other way to help are open to all qualified candidates only two years. The two-year period simply It may be possible later in the year to “knock that in closing the budget gap. eligible for appointment under U.S. means neither party is allowed to cancel the back” to an even lower number, the secretary said, In his memo Hagel said if the budget situation employment conditions. Visit the and Robinson Barracks. The pro- The free fun run is open to all unteer, go to https://www.groupvb- first two years. but he emphasized that he could not promise such eases, he would strongly prefer to end the furloughs USA Jobs link to view online vacan- gram runs from June 26 to Aug. 7. ID cardholders. Registration for the spro.com/vbs/ez/stuttgartrso/. There’s a very important distinction an outcome. early. “That is a decision I will make later in the cies, go to www.usajobs.gov. For more information, call the run will take place June 8. For more information, call between typical U.S. contracts and typical “I won’t promise that,” Hagel said. “You deserve year,” he added. Patch Library at 430-7138/civ. For more information on the 430-2338/civ. 0711-680-2338 or German contracts. Generally in Germany, a fair, honest, direct conversation about this, and I’m Community Banks 0711-680-7138 or the Robinson event, call 420-6037/civ. 0711-819- email [email protected]. contract renews automatically unless a party not going to be cute with you at all. This is where we For more information on sequestration and fur- to close for training Barracks Library at 420-6424/civ. 6037. For information on the run, Due to PCS soon? cancels it. That means a contract could techni- are. We’ll continue to look at it, [and] we’ll continue lough, visit the Installation Management Command The Community Banks in U.S. 0711-819-6424. call 430-7136/0711-680-7136. Service members and civilians cally renew itself forever. This difference is Army Garrison Stuttgart will be to do everything we can.” Europe website at www.imcom-europe.army.mil and LQA answers Pay down debt who will relocate in the next sev- something most Americans don’t even con- Hagel said the furloughs will affect every military follow the “Sequester Frequently Asked Questions.” closed the morning of June 26 for U.S. Army Europe has devel- Learn to refocus on savings and eral months should plan to attend sider when entering into a contract. mandatory training. The branches investments with Financial Peace one of the permanent change of sta- First, determine how many and what kind will open at 11 a.m. oped a list of frequently asked of contracts you entered during your time in questions for those USAREUR University. The U.S. Army Garri- tion/pre-separation briefings to be Germany. Some common ones include cell Celebrate Army employees who are affected by son Stuttgart Religious Support Of- held June 19, July 17, Aug. 21 and phone services, cable, Internet and discount STEM ...... birthday with 5k run the recent Living Quarters Allow- fice sponsors the FPU class, which Sept. 18 at 1 p.m. in Building 2913 cards. Many times, people enter into contracts Continued from page 1 1 million more college graduates over the current Runners and walkers are invited ance audits. will begin June 12 and meet every on Panzer Kaserne. trend in STEM areas of study. to celebrate the Army’s 238th birth- For more information, Wednesday from 6-8:30 p.m. for 13 Agency representatives from without realizing it. For example, if you pur- “It’s important that we increase the number of “STEM is a priority for DOD,” Bostick said. day during a 5 kilometer fun run/ visit the USAREUR website at weeks in Room 119, Building 3306, transportation, customs, health chased a Bahncard for train discounts, you engineers. Those who might have a proclivity and “This is important for our nation. It’s also important walk June 13 on Husky Field. Kelley Barracks. and dental clinics, Tricare, vehicle may have agreed to an automatically renew- interest in studying engineering should pursue that, www.eur.army.mil and click on internationally. … But the United States, in particular, The free event starts at 6:15 To sign up, or for more in- registration, housing and Army ing contract. because the country needs them,” he said. the Hot Topics link. is having a challenge.” a.m., and concludes with Army formation, email FPUstuttgart@ Community Service will provide Next, contact the other parties that are Recent statistics show just how significant the RB block party, birthday cake at 7:30 a.m. yahoo.com. valuable PCS information. involved in your contract. Normally, you deficit has become. Military and civilian communities worldwide have For more information, contact zombie fun run Army personnel will also can cancel the contract with written notice at In 2008, just four of every 100 American college benefited from Army STEM innovations, according Register for VBS Tina Manns at 431-2117/civ. 07031- This zombie-themed com- receive a briefing on finance issues. least three months before the contract is up graduates earned a STEM-related degree, which is to Bostick. The U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- 15-2177 or email tina.manns.civ@ munity event will be held June 8 All separating Army personnel for renewal. Unfortunately, you may learn among the lowest percentages in the world. Only 14 “Just about everything you touch or use or op- gart Religious Support Office will mail.mil. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Robinson must attend this briefing to receive your contract has already renewed. You need countries — including Cuba, Cambodia and Bangla- erate has at its very beginning some involvement host Kingdom Rock Vacation Bible Barracks and includes a community pre-separation information. to either pay a fee to terminate or pay the re- desh — produce fewer engineers. By comparison, with our science, technology, engineering and math Summer reading School July 30 to Aug. 2 from 9 flea market, bouncy castles, fun Advance registration is required. mainder of it. Make sure you end the contract China boasts 31 STEM graduates out of every 100, background and research,” he said. “Some STEM Foster a love of reading in your a.m. to noon at the Patch Elemen- run, entertainment and food. To sign up, call 431-2599/civ. 07031- in a dated writing. while the figure sits at 10 in Russia. individual has been involved in the design, organi- children by enrolling them in the tary School. VBS is for children Zombie face-painting will be 15-2599. One way to avoid this situation is to Based on population growth and retirement rates, zation and development of the products that we use “Have Book, Will Travel” summer who have completed American available from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. submit a written cancellation notice shortly the U.S. anticipates 2.8 million STEM job openings from day to day. reading program. kindergarten to those who will be after the beginning of the contract. By do- Children, teens and adults can to prepare participants for the zom- entering sixth grade. Send your announcements to by 2020. To keep pace, the nation must generate about “In order for us to be the leaders in this in the ing so, you can ensure the contract does not future, it’s going to take sign up now at the libraries on Patch bie fun run, which starts at 1 p.m. To sign up or to register as a vol- [email protected]. auto-renew before the initial cancellation the communities to rally period ends. around those who wish to Of course, the best way to avoid this situ- study. … Communities ation is to never enter into any contracts in can help by encouraging Recycling batteries the first place. At the end of the day, it’s your young men and women Throwing batteries away in the household trash is prohibited by German law. name and your signature on a German legal from every walk of life, Batteries are hazardous waste because they contain heavy metals such as nickel, cad- document. Be cognizant of what you sign and every background, who mium, lithium, lead and mercury. These metals can contami- think twice about whether you need to enter have an interest and abil- nate the groundwater and accumulate in the food chain. into a contract. ity to study STEM to Batteries contain a range of metals which can be reused If you feel you must enter into a German pursue those dreams.” as a secondary raw material, but only if they have been contract, yet aren’t sure of what exactly the Bostick, whose fa- contract includes, contact the Legal Assistance ther also served in the disposed of in the correct manner. office at 421-4152 and schedule an appoint- Army, is a product of Local shops that sell batteries are required by German ment with the German attorney. Department of Defense law to provide battery recycling information and a col- Dependents Schools. He lection box for spent batteries. These collection boxes are This column is not intended as individual attended second grade at usually placed at the entrance and are generally for small, or specific legal advice. If you have specific Brian Temple Smith Elementary School dry-cell batteries (AAA, AA, C). issues or concerns, you should consult a judge On post, green battery collection containers can be USAG Stuttgart Lt. Gen. Thomas P. Bostick, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding in Baumholder and later Directorate of Public Works advocate at 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. general, addresses cadets in Patch High School’s Army Junior Reserve Officers went to high school in found at the entrances of the commissaries and shoppettes. Environmental Division Training Corps unit May 14 during a visit to Stuttgart. Okinawa, Japan. Page 6 FEATURES The Citizen, May 30, 2013

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Sat, Jun 8 Esslingen, city center

Enjoy the strawberry festival (Erdbeerfest) in Esslingen’s city center on June 8 from 10 am to 6 pm. Taste delicious meals and drinks made of strawberries. You have the chance to listen to music and nd surprises including strawberries in all participating shops. For more info in German see www.city.esslingen.de.

Wine tasting EVENTS ‘Dantons Tod’ at the Große Treppe CONCERTS Sat, Jun 8 at 8.30 pm. More than 70.000 Festival of classic cars Bad Canstatt, Weinstube Jägerhof people visit the famous stage plays Sean Paul Fri, May 31 – Sun, Jun 2 Take part in the big wine tasting every year, founded in 1925. For Fri, May 31 Ludwigsburg, Blühendes Barock event at the Weinstube (wine tavern) more information in German and Stuttgart, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle Enjoy a day at the park Blühendes Jägerhof from 11 am to 5 pm in their tickets see The dance hall star Sean Paul will give a Barock in Ludwigsburg at the vaulted cellar. A tour through the www.freilichtspiele-hall.de. concert at the Hanns-Martin-Schleyer- festival of classic cars, starting with cellars and special purchasing con- Halle in Stuttgart on May 31, starting at the arrival of the cars from 9 am. ditions will be offered to all guests. City of sounds 8 pm. He is on tour to present his latest Approximately 300 vehicles will be For more information in German Sat, Jun 15 album ‘Tomahawk Technique’ from 2012. shown to a jury during the Con- see www.jaegerhof-mayer.de. Tübingen, Bürgerheim Find tickets from €47 and more informa- cours d’Élegance (car classics until The event city of sounds (Klingende tion in German at www.eventim.de. 1961) and the Festival of classic Music night Inennenstadt) will take place all over cars (vehicles until 1981). For more Sat, Jun 8 the city of Tübingen, staring at the Depeche Mode information in German see www. Kirchheim unter Teck, Rathaus Bürgerheim on June 15. Kids from the Mon, Jun 3 retro-classics-meets-barock.de. Experience the special ‘Kirchheimer local music school will present African Stuttgart, Mercedes-Benz Arena Musiknacht’ (music night) in Kirch- dancing, songs, rock and jazz music The band Depeche Mode will play Horse market heim unter Teck starting at noon at and some compositions from the youth one of their famous concerts in the Fri, Jun 7 – Mon, Jun 10 the Rathaus (town hall). In more than brass band. For more information see Mercedes-Benz Arena Stuttgart on June Ludwigsburg, Marktplatz 50 locations all over the city more www.tuebingen.de. 3 at 7.30 pm. The band, which has been The traditional horse market in than 70 bands and DJs will present successful for 30 years now, will pre- Ludwigsburg is the oldest event in music from pop and Latin to rock. SPORTS sent their new album ‘Delta Machine’. the city and will take place from Tickets are available in all partici- Find more information in German at June 7 to 10 from 6 pm around pating locations. For a plan of all Cycling race www.eventim.de. Only a few tickets left. the Marktplatz (market place). The locations and the entire program see Sun, Jun 2 highlight will be the pageant on www.musiknacht-kirchheim.de Kirchheim unter Teck, city center Eric Clapton Sunday 2 pm with spruced up horses (in German only). Take part in a cycling race through the Wed, Jun 12 and adorned carriages. Besides great historic city and win the Große Preis Stuttgart, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer Halle horse shows and tournaments, a Freilichtspiele (big cup) of Kirchheim. Participants See one of nine Eric Clapton concerts traditional merchant market Sat, Jun 8 – Sat, Aug 31 have the chance to start in different in Germany. This year he celebrates his (Kramermarkt), an arts and craft Schwäbisch Hall, Große Treppe categories on the route of 1500m. For 50th stage anniversary and will present market and more will be provided. Enjoy the start of the Freilichtspiele more information contact the organ- his new album ‘Old Sock’ at the same For more information and the entire (open air stage plays) in Schwäbisch izer Radsport Kirchheim unter Teck, time. Find more information in German program see www.ludwigsburg.de. Hall on June 8, starting with the play 07021-2789. at www.eventim.de.

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