www.apgnews.apg.army.mil Published in the interest of the people of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland September 5, 2013 Vol. 57, No. 35 Preparing ACC increases capability, for a storm: Part 2 activates new battalion By BETSY KOZAK-HOWARD ACC- APG Hurricanes The U.S. Army Contracting By YVONNE JOHNSON Command added more capa- APG News bility to its contracting arse- nal with the activation of the According to the NOAA, the 926th Contingency Contracting lack of hurricane awareness and Battalion at Aberdeen Proving preparation are the main rea- Ground Aug. 27. sons these weather emergencies Approximately 200 guests become disasters. attended the ceremony at Mal- Understanding vulnerabilities lette Hall auditorium to witness and preparing homes, business- the uncasing of the organiza- es, and families for the worst can tional colors by Maj. Gen. go a long way toward making the Camille M. Nichols, ACC best of a bad situation. commanding general. During The time to prepare, however, the ceremony, Lt. Col. Der- is not when a hurricane is on the ek Draper received the colors horizon; when all our neighbors from Nichols, as he assumed are grabbing the same supplies command of the new unit. off the same shelves, but now, “The command team of the during the calm before the storm 926th CCBn is eager and well we hope is not coming. prepared to start and fulfill This is the second and final its new mission,” said Nich- part of the Emergency Prepared- ols. “Their mission will be ness reminder as we enter the twofold. First, they will train heart of the 2013 Hurricane a global-ready expeditionary Season. (From left) Lt. Col. Derek Draper, 926th Contingency Contracting Battalion commander, For local Emergency Pre- receives the unit colors from Maj. Gen. Camille Nichols, commander of the U.S. Army paredness information check: Contracting Command See ARTICLE, page 10 Harford County Department of Emergency Services - http:// www.harfordpublicsafety.org/ Cecil County Department of Emergency Services - http:// www.ccdes.org/ ATEC welcomes new senior NCO Baltimore County Emergency Story and photo by ROBIN BOGGS Management- http://www.balti- ATEC morecountymd.gov/Agencies/ The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command welcomed emergency_prep/index.html a new command sergeant major in Command Sgt. Maj. Ron- Maryland Emergency Man- ald E. Orosz during an assumption of responsibility ceremo- agement Agency - http://mema. ny at ATEC headquarters Aug. 15. maryland.gov/prepared/Pages/ During the ceremony, ATEC Commanding General Maj. home.aspx Gen. Peter D. Utley passed the ATEC unit flag to signify Federal Emergency Man- his trust and confidence in Orosz in executing the duties as agement Agency - http://www. ATEC’s senior enlisted leader. Orosz took over senior enlist- fema.gov/ ed advisor duties from Command Sgt. Maj. Allen J. Frit- American Red Cross - http:// zsching, who departed ATEC in June to become the senior www.redcross.org/ enlisted leader for the Department of the Army Office of the Red Cross Reuniting Inspector General. Families Utley welcomed Orosz and his Family and provided the If you become separated from audience of nearly 100 Soldiers, civilians and contractors your family, during an emergency, with insight into their new senior enlisted leader’s qualities. use your family communications “[Command Sgt. Maj. Orosz] has a reputation for plan or contact the Ameri- unequalled common sense and a sincere understanding and can Red Cross at 1-800-RED- abiding regard for Soldiers and their Families,” said Utley. “I CROSS/1-800-733-2767 or visit know ATEC is going to love having him as its senior enlist- the American Red Cross Safe and ed advisor.” Well site: www.safeandwell.org Prior to arriving at APG, Orosz served as the command The American Red Cross also sergeant major for First Army Division West in Fort Hood, Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald E. Orosz, new command sergeant maintains a database to help you Texas, which has a critical mission of conducting training major of the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command, is wel- find family. Contact the local readiness oversight and mobilization of reserve component comed by Jody Jackson, ATEC Equal Opportunity coordinator, American Red Cross chapter following an assumption of responsibility ceremony at ATEC where you are staying for infor- See ARTICLE, page 10 headquarters, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., Aug. 15, 2013. mation. Do not contact the chap- ter in the disaster area. Free Preparedness Apps: Helpful apps to guide you before, during and after a storm ASAP, chapel provide or other emergency include: Hurricanes by American Red Cross app: A hurricane track- er app available for iPhone and intervention training Android. Monitor conditions Story and photos by RACHEL PONDER in your area or throughout the storm track, prepare your fam- APG News ily and home, find help and let Members of the APG community learned about suicide prevention others know you are safe even during the Ask, Care, Escort-Suicide Intervention (ACE-SI) training if the power is out – a must have held at the Main Post Chapel Aug. 21. for anyone who lives in an area Installation Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jerry Owens and Garrison Chapel where a hurricane may strike or Noncommissioned Officer in Charge, Sgt.1st Class Elijah Mack led has loved ones who do. the training, which featured group discussions and role playing exer- Federal Emergency Manage- cises. Suicide Prevention Program Manager Kenneth Gesch, from the ment Agency (FEMA) app: con- Army Substance Abuse Program, facilitated the training. tains preparedness information Gesch said the purpose of ACE-SI training is to “train- the- train- APG Installation Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jerry Owens leads Act, Care, Escort Suicide Intervention training at the APG North See ARTICLE, page 6 (Aberdeen) Chapel Aug. 21. See ARTICLE, page 10

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Where is your the year reported in Maryland favorite place to take COURTESY OF PUBLIC a day trip? INFORMATION OFFICE Harford County Health Department On Aug. 23 the Maryland Depart- ment of Health and Mental Hygiene (MD Twice a year Healthy Living I go to Lan- DHMH) reported it confirmed the first caster, Pa. three cases of symptomatic West Nile www.apg.army.mil/apghome/sites/local/ click on Well Being I like going virus (WNV) infection in 2013. there because The Harford County Health Depart- Healthy Living is a recurring feature in the APG News. it is peaceful; ment recommends taking measures to It addresses health topics that matter most to our read- life moves at prevent infection and reduce risk ers. To view more health topics and the Community a slower pace, West Nile virus (WNV) is most com- Health Promotion Council calendar of events, visit the and it has the monly transmitted to humans by mosqui- APG homepage http://www.apg.army.mil/ and click largest Chris- Shirley toes. You can reduce your risk of being on the Community Health icon at the bottom right, or tian live the- Simmons infected with WNV by using insect repel- scan the QR code (at right) with your smart phone or ater in the U.S. IRS lent and wearing protective clothing to enabled device. To suggest health-related topics for the It makes me prevent mosquito bites. There are no Health Living series, email patricia.g.beauchamp.civ@ feel closer to God to see stories medications to treat or vaccines to pre- mail.mil or call 410-278-7274. from the Bible come to life. vent WNV infection. Fortunately, most people infected with WNV will have no draining any sources of standing water, EPA-registered insect repellent accord- symptoms. About one in five people who even small ones, where mosquitoes can ing to package directions. Also be sure are infected will develop a fever with oth- lay their eggs and breed.” Specifically, to place mosquito netting over infant car- er symptoms that may last a few days or she recommends: riers when you are outdoors with infants.” as long as several weeks. • At least once or twice a week, emp- In Maryland, West Nile Virus first ty water from flower pots, pet food and appeared in 1999 in a crow in Baltimore I like to Less than one percent of infected peo- water dishes, birdbaths, swimming pool City. The first human West Nile cas- go to Balti- ple develop a serious, sometimes fatal, covers, buckets, barrels, cans, or from es were reported in 2001 and since that more because neurologic illness with symptoms such any other place where you find stand- time WNV activity has been found in of the end- as high fever, neck stiffness, stupor, dis- ing water. humans, birds, mosquitoes, horses and/or less possibili- orientation, coma, tremors, convulsions, • Check for clogged rain gutters and other mammals throughout all jurisdic- ties. You can muscle weakness, and paralysis. These clean them out if necessary. tions, reaching a peak of 73 human cas- catch a Ravens symptoms may last several weeks, and • Look for containers or trash in plac- es and over 230 infected horses in 2003. or Orioles effects on the nervous system may be es that may be hard to see, such as under The Maryland Department of Health game, go permanent. to a nice din- Jake Ferry bushes or under your home. and Mental Hygiene collaborates with Although most people are at low risk ner and enjoy MWR Outdoor • Fix dripping faucets. the Maryland Departments of Agricul- for disease, people 50 years of age and the nightlife. I • Aerate ornamental pools and water ture and Natural Resources and with the Recreation older have the highest risk of develop- like that I live gardens or stock with fish and use a cir- Department of Defense to monitor WNV ing severe illness if infected. Also, peo- close enough to Baltimore that I culating filter system and other arboviruses in humans, mos- ple who spend a lot of time outdoors have can visit whenever I want. • Install or repair window and door quitoes, and wildlife throughout the state. a greater risk of being bitten by an infect- screens so that mosquitoes cannot get For more information on the West ed mosquito. indoors. Nile Virus virus, visit the Harford Coun- “Prevention is key and there are “Just as importantly,” continues. Kel- ty Health Department website at www. actions individuals can take to reduce the ly, “there are measures people can take harfordcountyhealth.com, contact the risk of West Nile virus infection,” said to effectively protect themselves from Health Department at 410-612-1781, vis- On the Harford County Health Officer Susan mosquito bites. These include avoiding it the Maryland Department of Health weekends I Kelly. “In addition to personal protec- areas of high mosquito activity as well & Mental Hygiene website at http:// go to Susque- tion, prevention requires attention to your as avoiding unnecessary outdoor activi- phpa.dhmh.maryland.gov/OIDEOR/ hanna State surroundings.” ties at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes CZVBD/SitePages/west-nile.aspx, or Park and bike Kelly encourages the public to “help are most active. Wear long pants, long- the National Centers for Disease Control for 20 miles. I reduce the number of mosquitoes in out- sleeved shirts and hats when concerned website at http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/ like the peace door areas where they work or play by and quiet. about mosquito exposure and use an dvbid/westnile/index.htm. It’s a chance to get away Shawn Funk from soci- ECBC ety. I describe Employees eligible for donations in the myself as a weekend warrior. 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To secure apprenticeships, can- A local high school sophomore gained didates must achieve and maintain a 2.0 real-world experience this summer at the grade point average or higher before Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobili- completing a pre-assessment and inter- zation and Security’s Multimedia/Visu- views with facility managers. Depend- al Information Services Center. ing on the skills and interest teens show Kamau Olushola was one of 51 teens in these interviews, they are placed that participated in the Family and under the direct supervision of a des- MWR’s HIRED! Program summer term. ignated onsite mentor who is respon- During the summer, apprentices, ages sible for tutoring his or her individual 15 to 18, work eight-hour shifts, two apprentices. days a week, assisting with basic, age- Career options in HIRED! include: appropriate duties. education, child and/or youth devel- During Olushola’s apprenticeship, he opment, marketing or graphic design, learned about video editing and pro- library and information science, food duction. He gained experience by film- and beverage management, pet care edu- ing the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation cation, information technology, sports Command’s change of command cere- studies and sports management. Stu- mony and editing an installation retire- dents may participate in the program ment ceremony. twice a year between the ages of 15 and “He was responsible for creating a 18. story board, shooting footage to match Additional requirements for students the story board, then editing the final include participating in career-prep project,” said Sean Kief, Olushola’s enrichment activities like workshops on mentor. “He was very professional, very how to complete financial aid forms and eager to learn. We were short-staffed Photo by Sean Kief scholarship applications. Students will this summer; Kamau was able to help HIRED! Apprentice Kamau Olushola films the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation also be expected to keep a journal of Command change of command ceremony July 16. Olushola worked as an their experience. us.” apprentice this summer at the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Olushola said that during the appren- Security’s Multimedia/Visual Information Services Center. “Teens will receive experience that ticeship, he learned more about using will make them competitive in future job video editing software like Adobe Prim- Communications-Electronics Command great fit for the apprenticeship. He said opportunities and college applications.” er Pro, and Photoshop. Olushola said Logistics and Readiness Center civilian, his goal is to match apprentices with McKinney said. “They will develop before his apprenticeship he taught him- said that the apprenticeship helped her organizations that reflect their career work and life skills, like customer ser- self some film and photo editing tech- son develop confidence. interests. vice, and resume writing, that will be niques, because that subject is not taught “He has always had a passion for this, “I was very impressed with him dur- applicable to any job they might pursue at his school. he would make movies at home direct- ing the interview. He had an interest and in the future.” “It was a very productive summer,” ing his little brother and sister, work- background knowledge of film and pho- The HIRED! program is accept- he said. “I have a better understanding ing (at M/VISC) was a dream come to-editing software,” McKinney said. ing teens for the winter term, which about video editing.” true, Mason said. “The apprenticeship “One advantage of the HIRED! pro- starts Dec. 9. During the winter, teens Olushola thanked M/VISC civilians gave him a realistic picture of what it gram is that teens get exposed to differ- will work three hours a day, five days Kief, Mike Brown and Allyn Camp for is like to work. He learned about being ent careers before they go to college or a week, or on the weekends. To regis- mentoring him during his apprentice- accountable for projects and that some a trade school.” ter for the fall term or to find out how ship. His career goal is to be a film score projects take extra time.” About HIRED! to become a mentor, contact McKinney composer. APG’s HIRED! Coordinator Jay The HIRED! program offers a vari- at [email protected], or call Olushola’s mother Tamicka Mason, a McKinney said that Olushola was a ety of job placements for teens of mil- 410-278-3250. 4 APG News • September 5, 2013 EEO professionals: Gatekeepers for fairness Story and photo by Southeast Region 2010 to 2011. Prior YVONNE JOHNSON to coming to APG, from 2011 to 2012, APG News Garris-Turner served as the senior EEO On Army installations, the respon- Specialist/Acting EEO Officer for the sibility for compliance with Depart- IMCOM Atlantic Region. ment of the Army regulations governing For more information, contact Rosa Equal Opportunity-related practices and Garris-Turner, EEO Officer, at 410-278- programs usually falls on the Garrison 1140, [email protected]; Commander who must rely on program Ashley Reid, Complaints Manager (Com- managers to oversee requirements. pliance), at 410-278-1137, ashley.l.reid. On Aberdeen Proving Ground, the [email protected]; Affirmative Employment lead program professional is Garrison Program Manager (Workforce Analy- (Installation) Equal Employment Oppor- sis) Roxanne Conley, at 410-278-4764, tunity Officer, Rosa Garris-Turner. [email protected]; or Spe- The Garrison commander’s principal cial Emphasis Program Manager (Work- advisor since July 2012, Garris-Turn- force Analysis) Tiphanie Pharris, at er also advises senior leaders, directors 410-278-1131, tiphanie.n.pharris.civ@ and civilian employees on EEO program mail.mil. requirements. She directs the manage- ment of EEO programs and evaluates Equal Employment Opportunity the impact organization policies, plans, Who may file a complaint practices and decisions have on the work Any employee, former employee, force. As the “eyes and ears of the com- applicant for employment or certain mander,” she ensures EEO is integrated contract employees who believe that he into programs and that employees, man- or she has been discriminated against agers and supervisors understand their because of race, color, religion, sex, roles and responsibilities. national origin, age, physical or men- Garris-Turner said that like every tal disability, reprisal (prior EEO activ- Army installation, the ultimate goal is Installation and Garrison EEO Advisor Rosa Garris-Turner (center) leads the staff ity) – or genetic information in an for the APG EEO program to be the of three EEO program managers, (from left) Roxanne Conley, Ashley Reid and employment matter, may initiate the employer of choice with a diverse and Tiphanie Pharris. Equal Employment Opportunity com- effective work force founded on equali- plaint process. ty of opportunity. point of contact for specific APG organi- addressed concern discriminatory com- How to file a complaint “Most importantly, we want people zations. Organizations not listed below plaints regarding race or gender. Indi- Contact an EEO official at the APG to know where we are and how to con- should check with the EEO Office for viduals wanting to file a discrimination Garrison EEO office within 45 calen- tact us,” she said. “We provide advisory more information. complaint must do so within 45 days of dar days form the date of the alleged services for employees and management Reid: DES, DPTMS, PAO, Chapel, the incident, she said. discriminatory act or from the date he whie maintaining neutrality. Our job is to CECOM, MEDCOM, Acquisition Sup- “Our message to the APG workforce or she became aware of a discrimina- listen and help facilitate the EEO admin- port, Tank Automotive, Field Operations is that we are here for you,” she said, tory act. istrative complaint process.” offices, Aviation and Missiles and others. “and our goal is that you are treated with Garris-Turner and three EEO special- Conley: FMWR, IRAC, PAIO, Safety, dignity and respect.” Alternative dispute resolution process ists make up the Installation EEO Office DOL (AMC), RDECOM, CMA, Mate- Garris-Turner’s EEO career spans 16 Mediation is the Army’s preferred staff. Staff members include Complaints rial Acquisition, Field Operating Agen- years. She began as an assistant in 1997 method of ADR. Mediation provides Manager Ashley Reid, Affirmative cy, CID, Sustainment Command, CHRA and was elevated to EEO specialist train- opportunities to address employment Employment Program Manager Roxanne and others. ee from 2000 to 2003 at Fort Bragg, concerns with the assistance of a trained Conley and Special Emphasis Progrm Pharris: DPW, GC, RM, Legal, DHR, N.C. Between 2003 and 2008 she moved neutral third party. Mediation is an Manager Tiphanie Pharris. The services ATEC, Contracting, FORSCOM, NET- from EEO specialist to Special Empha- effective means to resolving workplace they provide include the EEO complaint COM and others. sis Program Manager, also at Fort Bragg. disputes and improves working rela- processing, counseling, mediation, EEO- Garris-Turner said the office serves She served as the IMCOM EEO Man- tionships. Employees and supervisors related training, advisory services and government civilians and certain con- ager for the Garrison at Camp Hum- are highly encouraged to use media- special emphasis programs management. tractors as well as applicants for employ- phreys, Korea, 2008 to 2010 and was tion as an alternate method for resolv- Each staff member is assigned as EEO ment and the most common complaints acting chief, EEO/Civil Rights IMCOM ing employment disputes. Want to make a difference in how services are rendered at APG? Tell us how we are doing. Visit http://ice.disa.mil. Click on “ARMY” then “Aberdeen Proving Ground.” September 5, 2013 • APG News 5 Installation bids farewell to three warriors during retirement ceremony Story by YVONNE JOHNSON APG News Leaders, Soldiers, Family members and friends gathered to farewell three Aberdeen Proving Ground Soldiers who retired with nearly 70 years of combined service during the Installation Retirement Ceremony at the Ball Conference Center Aug. 29. Major Gen. Dean Sienko, command- er of the U.S. Army Public Health Com- mand presided over the ceremony and presented awards assisted by USAPHC Sgt. Maj. Alicia Singer. Photos by Sean Kief Garrison Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jerry (From left) Lt. Col. Richard J. Probst, Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense, Sgt. 1st Class Lawrence D. Owens presented the invocation. Trowbridge, Kirk U.S. Army Health Clinic, and Staff Sgt. Jessie R. Solano, 1st Area Medical Laboratory retire with nearly 70 The honorees included Lt. Col. Rich- years combined service during the Installation Retirement Ceremony at the Ball Conference Center Aug. 29. ard J. Probst of the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense; and enlisted in the Illinois National Guard pin, and the DA Certificate of Retirement. where he will pursue a career in educa- Sgt. 1st Class Lawrence D. Trowbridge as an infantryman in 1986. He earned a His wife, April Trowbridge, received the tion. He retires Dec. 31 with 22 years of from Kirk U.S. Army Health Clinic and commission to 2nd lieutenant in 1989 DA Certificate of Appreciation. service. Staff Sgt. Jessie R. Solano of the 1st Area and completed the Infantry Officer Basic Trowbridge culminates his career as Staff Sgt. Jessie R. Solano Medical Laboratory. Course in 1990. He transitioned from the the Medical Operations Noncommis- Solano was awarded the Army Com- Sienko said the ceremony provided ARNG to active duty and the rank of cap- sioned Officer at Kirk U.S. Army Health mendation Medal, the Presidential Certif- an opportunity to, “salute three Ameri- tain in January 1992. Clinic. icate of Appreciation, a U.S. flag and pin cans who symbolize the strength of our His past assignments include Camp Trowbridge is a native of Indepen- and the DA Certificate of Retirement. His nation.” Pendleton, Calif.; Fort Jackson, S.C.; the dence, Mo. He graduated from Grand- wife, Darilyn, received the DA Certificate “We celebrate their service and the role 1995 United Nations mission in Hai- view Senior High School and then entered of Appreciation. each has played in making our Army what ti; the Sinai; Tripler Army Medical Cen- the Army in 1991. After basic training A native of Wauchula, Fla., Solano it is today,” he said. ter, Hawaii; Fort Rucker, Ala.; Operation at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., he attended graduated from Hardee County High “Today these three great Americans Enduring Freedom; Operation Iraqi Free- Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam School in 1983. He then moved to Gaines- move on to the next phase of their lives. dom; and in the Office of the Air Force Houston, Texas where he was awarded the ville, where he attended Santa Fe Com- On behalf of our Army, I extend our per- Surgeon General in Falls Church, Va. MOS 68W, Combat Medical Specialist. munity College. Solano joined the Army sonal and professional thanks for your Probst holds a doctorate of Veterinary Trowbridge’s previous assignments in 1993. service. Medicine from the University of Illinois, a include Germany, Korea, Fort Drum, His past assignments include Fort “Thank you for all you have done for master’s degree in Public Health from the N.Y., Fort Polk, La., Selfridge Air Nation- Knox, Ky.; Fort Benjamin Harrison, Ind.; our Army and our nation,” he said. Uniformed Services University of Health al Guard Base, Mich. and Fort Stewart, Fort Carson, Colo.; Germany; Bosnia- Sciences; and is board certified in Veteri- Ga., as well as his final assignment at Kirk Herzegovina; Fort Sam Houston, Tex- APG August retirees nary Preventive Medicine. U.S. Army Health Clinic. as; Naval Air Station, San Diego, Calif.; Lt. Col. Richard J. Probst He said he looks forward to a second Trowbridge holds a bachelor’s degree Brunswick Naval Air Station, Maine; Probst was awarded the Army Merito- career as a research veterinarian in bio- in Human Services from Columbia Col- Operation Iraqi Freedom; Honduras and rious Service Medal, the Presidential Cer- medical research and he expressed thanks lege. His military education includes all Fort Sill, Okla. tificate of Appreciation, Department of to Sienko, as well as the MRICD leader- levels of the Noncommissioned Officer Solano’s past awards include seven the Army Certificate of Retirement and ship, coworkers and friends. Education System; the Sapper Leader Army Commendation medals, five Army a U.S. flag and pin. Probst was accompa- “It was a privilege to serve at MRICD,” Course, and Basic Instructor and Senior Achievement medals, and a Joint Service nied by his mother, Kathy Probst. he said. “This was a beautiful area with a Clinical NCO courses. Commendation Medal. While assigned to APG, Probst served lot of good people.” His awards include the Bronze Star Solano said he was at a loss for words as the chief of the Veterinary Medi- Probst retires Aug. 31 with more than Medal, four Army Commendation med- but did convey his thanks to Master Sgt. cine and Surgery Branch and as chief, 27 years of service. als, eight Army Achievement medals the Adrianne Harris and fellow Soldiers of the Research Support Division and Attending Sgt. 1st Class Lawrence Trowbridge Iraq Campaign and Global War on Terror- 1st AML for their support. Veterinarian. Trowbridge was awarded the Meritori- ism medals as well as Combat and Expert Solano and his wife Darilyn Jean have Probst is a native of Wheeler, Ill. He ous Service Medal, the Presidential Cer- Field Medical badges. three children. He retires with 20 years of entered the University of Illinois in 1983 tificate of Appreciation, a U.S. flag and Trowbridge plans to move to Florida honorable service. 6 APG News • September 5, 2013 2nd Annual APG Oktoberfest Oct. 11-13

Save the date for the 2nd Annual APG SpecialPages/2013Oktoberfest.html King Ludwig I, was married to Princess ed two extra days because the first Tues- Oktoberfest celebration to be held at Shine OKTOBERFEST Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen Oct. 12, day, October 3, was a national holiday. Field, Friday through Sunday, Oct. 11-13. 1810. The citizens of Munich were invited In 1994, the schedule was modified in Plans thus far include amusements and According to Wikipedia.org, Oktober- to attend the festivities held on the fields response to German reunification so that family-oriented activities, fireworks, a fest is a 16-day festival celebrating beer in front of the city gates to celebrate the if the first Sunday in October falls on Oct. Festhalle tent with German music and held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Ger- happy royal event. The fields were named 1 or Oct. 2, then the festival would go on dancing and other live entertainment, food many. Running from late September to Theresienwiese (“Theresa’s meadow”) in until Oct. 3 (German Unity Day). Thus, and beverages, a Volksmarch, a German the first weekend in October, it is one of honor of the Crown Princess, and have the festival is now 17 days when the first costume competition, a market place for the most famous events in Germany as kept that name ever since, although the Sunday is Oct. 2 and 18 days when it is local vendors, a yard sale and a car show. well as the world’s largest fair, with more locals have since abbreviated the name Oct. 1. In 2010, the Oktoberfest lasted Nightly salutes to surrounding neighbors than 6 million people from around the simply to “die Wiesn.” until the first Monday in October, to mark include Havre de Grace and Bel Air Oct. world attending the event every year. To Horse races in the presence of the Roy- the festival’s 200th anniversary. 11, Aberdeen and Edgewood Oct. 12 and the locals, it is not called Oktoberfest, but al Family marked the close of the event One of the main goals of Oktober- Cecil County Oct. 13. This event is free “die Wiesn”, after the colloquial name of that was celebrated as a festival for the fest at APG is to enhance the partnerships and open to the public; additional charg- the fairgrounds themselves. The Oktober- whole of Bavaria. The decision to repeat that we’ve made in the local communi- es apply for food and beverages. More fest is an important part of Bavarian cul- the horse races in the subsequent year gave ty, according to Terri Kaltenbacher, APG details will be announced as they become ture, having been held since 1810. Other rise to the tradition of the Oktoberfest. community relations officer. “This is a available. cities around the world also hold Oktober- “The festival was eventually prolonged way for us to show our thanks and appre- For more information and to reg- fest celebrations, modeled after the origi- and moved ahead to September to allow ciation to our neighbors beyond the gate ister for any of the special events, nal Munich event. for better weather conditions. Today, the for their continued support of the Soldier visit the APG Morale, Welfare and Rec- Oktoberfest history last day of the festival is the first Sunday in and have lots of fun in the process,” said reation website at www.apgmwr.com/ Crown Prince Ludwig, later to become October. In 2006, the Oktoberfest extend- Kaltenbacher. Storm preparation can save lives, property Continued from Page 1 for different types of disasters, an inter- active checklist for emergency kits, a sec- tion to plan emergency meeting locations, information on how to stay safe and recov- er after a disaster, a map with FEMA Disaster Recovery Center locations (one- stop centers where disaster survivors can access key relief services) and Shelters, general ways the public can get involved before and after a disaster, and the FEMA blog. Hurricanes A hurricane is a type of tropical cyclone or severe tropical storm that forms in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes can cause catastroph- ic damage to coastlines and several hun- dred miles inland. They can produce winds exceeding 155 miles per hour as well as tornadoes and mircrobursts. Additional- ly, hurricanes can create storm surges along the coast and cause extensive dam- age from heavy rainfall and floods. Fly- ing debris from the high winds is a deadly hazard of this weather event. Slow moving hurricanes over mountainous regions tend to produce especially heavy rain, trigger- ing landslides or mud slides. Flash flood- ing can also occur. Before a Hurricane • Know your surroundings. • Learn community hurricane evacua- way you probably should evacuate. building inspector or structural engineer and sanitation tion routes and how to find higher ground. • If you are unable to evacuate, go before entering. • Food, at least a three-day supply of Determine where you would go and how to your wind-safe room or follow these • Use battery-powered flashlights in the non-perishable food you would get there if you needed to guidelines: dark. Do not use candles. The flashlight • Battery-powered or hand crank radio evacuate. • Stay indoors during the hurricane and should be turned on outside before enter- and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone • Make plans to secure your property: away from windows and glass doors. ing - batteries may produce a spark that alert and extra batteries for both • Cover all of your home’s windows. • Close all interior doors – secure and could ignite leaking gas, if present. • Flashlight and extra batteries Permanent storm shutters offer the best brace external doors. • Watch your pets closely and keep • First aid kit protection for windows. A second option is • Keep curtains and blinds closed. Do them under your direct control. Watch out • Whistle to signal for help to board up windows with 5/8” marine ply- not be fooled if there is a lull; it could be for wild animals, especially poisonous • Dust mask to help filter contaminat- wood, cut to fit and ready to install. Tape the eye of the storm – winds will pick up snakes. Use a stick to poke through debris. ed air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to offers no protection and does not prevent again. • Avoid drinking or preparing food shelter-in-place windows from breaking. • Take refuge in a small interior room, with tap water until you are sure it’s not • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and • Install straps or additional clips to closet or hallway on the lowest level. contaminated. plastic ties for personal sanitation securely fasten your roof to the frame • Lie on the floor under a table or anoth- • Check refrigerated food for spoilage. • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities structure. This will reduce roof damage. er sturdy object. If in doubt, throw it out. • Manual can opener for food • Trim trees and shrubs around your • Avoid elevators. • Wear protective clothing and be cau- • Local maps home to make them more wind resistant. After a Hurricane tious when cleaning up to avoid injury. • Cell phone with chargers, inverter or • Clear loose and clogged rain gutters • If you evacuated, return home only • Use the telephone only for emergen- solar charger and downspouts. when officials say it is safe. cy calls. Supplemental items: • Reinforce garage doors; if wind enters • If you cannot return home and have • Never use a generator inside homes, • Prescription medications and glasses a garage it can cause dangerous and expen- immediate housing needs. Text SHELTER garages, crawlspaces, sheds, or similar • Infant formula and diapers sive structural damage. + your ZIP code to 43362 (4FEMA) to areas, even when using fans or opening • Pet food and extra water for pet(s) doors and windows for ventilation. Dead- • Bring inside all outdoor furniture, dec- find the nearest shelter in your area (exam- • Cash or traveler’s checks and change ly levels of carbon monoxide can quickly orations, garbage cans and anything else ple: shelter 12345). For those who have • Important family documents such as build up in these areas and can linger for that is not tied down. longer-term housing needs, FEMA offers copies of insurance policies, identification • Determine how and where to secure several types of assistance, including ser- hours, even after the generator has shut off. and bank account records in a waterproof, your boat. vices and grants to help people repair A kit and a plan portable container. Use the Emergency • Install a generator for emergencies. their homes and find replacement housing. Build a kit Financial First Aid Kit - EFFAK (PDF - • If in a high-rise building, be prepared Apply for assistance or search for informa- A disaster supplies kit is simply a col- 977Kb) developed by Operation Hope, to take shelter on or below the tenth floor. tion about housing rental resources. lection of basic items your household may FEMA and Citizen Corps to help you • Consider building a safe room. • Continue listening to a NOAA Weath- need in the event of an emergency. Try to organize your information. During a hurricane er Radio or the local news for the latest assemble your kit in advance of an emer- • Emergency reference material such as • Listen to the radio or TV for updates. gency. You may have to evacuate at a a first aid book information. • Stay alert for extended rainfall and moment’s notice and take essentials with • Sleeping bag or blanket for each per- • Turn off utilities if instructed to do so. subsequent flooding even after the hurri- you. You will probably not have time to son. Consider additional bedding if you Otherwise, turn the refrigerator thermo- cane or tropical storm has ended. search for the supplies you need or shop live in a cold-weather climate. stat to its coldest setting and keep its doors • Drive only if necessary and avoid for them. • Complete change of clothing includ- closed. flooded roads and washed¬ out bridg- You may need to survive on your own ing a long sleeved shirt, long pants and • Turn off propane tanks es. Stay off the streets. If you must go out after an emergency. This means having sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing • Avoid using the phone, except for seri- watch for fallen objects; downed electrical your own food, water and other supplies if you live in a cold-weather climate. ous emergencies. wires; and weakened walls, bridges, roads, in sufficient quantity to last for at east 72 • Household chlorine bleach and med- • Ensure a supply of water for sanitary and sidewalks. hours. Local officials and relief workers icine dropper – When diluted, nine parts purpose such as cleaning and flushing toi- • Keep away from loose or dangling will be on the scene after a disaster but water to one part bleach, bleach can be lets. Fill the bathtub and other larger con- power lines and report them immediately they cannot reach everyone immediate- used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergen- tainers with water. to the power company. ly. You could get help in hours or it might cy, you can use it to treat water by using 16 • Find out how to keep food safe during • Walk carefully around the outside take days. drops of regular household liquid bleach and after and emergency. your home and check for loose pow- Additionally, basic services such as • You should evacuate if you are direct- er lines, gas leaks and structural damage electricity, gas, water, sewage treatment per gallon of water. Do not use scented, ed by local authorities to do so. Be sure to before entering. and telephones may be cut off for days or color safe or bleaches with added cleaners. follow their instructions. You should con- • Stay out of any building if you smell even a week or longer. Your supplies kit • Fire extinguisher sider moving to safer structures if you live gas, if floodwaters remain around the should contain items to help you manage • Matches in a waterproof container in a mobile home - these structures are building or if it was damaged by fire and during these outages and should be tai- • Feminine supplies and personal particularly hazardous no matter how well the authorities have not declared it safe. lored to fulfill your family’s needs. hygiene items fastened to the ground – or in a high-rise • Inspect your home for damage. Take Basic Emergency Supply Kit • Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper building. Hurricane winds are stronger at pictures of damage, both of the building A basic emergency supply kit could towels and plastic utensils higher elevations. and its contents, for insurance purposes. include the following recommended items: • Paper and pencil • If you live on the coast, on a flood- If you have any doubts about safety, have • Water, one gallon of water per person • Books, games, puzzles or other activ- plain, near a river, or on an island water- your residence inspected by a qualified per day for at least three days, for drinking ities for children September 5, 2013 • APG News 7

Photo by J.D. Leipold Eight of the nine Vietnam veterans representing 14 tours in-country and some 225 years in uniform, were recognized for their service during a Pentagon kick-off to the 50th Anniversary Commemoration of the Vietnam War, at the Pentagon Aug. 28. Army G-4 Lt. Gen. Raymond V. Mason hosted the event. The nine veterans, all employed by the G-4 are, (from left) George Brewer, Richard Dianich, Bruce Gardner, Roger Houck, Bill King, Lars Larson, Benjamin Morgan, and Robert Thorne. Michael Lambert was unable to attend. Army begins Commemoration of 50th Anniversary of Vietnam War By J.D. LEIPOLD nity to make that right I would do the War commemoration in 2007. were Vietnam veterans ... all the pla- The afternoon ceremony in the Pen- best I could. The goal is to get more than 10,000 toon sergeants, all the first sergeants, tagon auditorium Aug. 28, provided “Today, we are recognizing nine of corporations, civic groups as well as all the company commanders were a time for reflection on a war that our patriots and their families who government and community organiza- Vietnam veterans,” he said. The vets spanned 10 years and cost the coun- stood up to the test of their generation tions to join as partners and help spon- instilled in him their hard-fought les- try the lives of more than 58,000 young and their decade,” Mason continued. “I sor hometown events to honor Vietnam sons-learned from Vietnam and wanted men and women. It was also an occa- think it’s well overdue. Nothing is more veterans, their families and those who to make sure the young lieutenants and sion to honor and thank nine Vietnam important than pausing and reflecting were prisoners of war and missing in Soldiers wouldn’t make the same mis- War veterans who served 14 tours in- on the sacrifices of what these great action. takes they had, he added. country and a combined total of 225 men and women did and those who To date, 4,921 commemorative part- Former G-4 and now retired Lt. years in uniform. gave their last full measure.” ners have signed on, including Army Gen. Claude “Mick” Kicklighter serves Kicking off the Pentagon’s first event On March 8, 1965, America’s ground G-4, which became the first. as director of the U.S. Vietnam War commemorating the 50th anniversary of war in Vietnam began when 3,500 Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Commemoration. During the event he the conflict, Lt. Gen. Raymond Mason, Marines were deployed with the Amer- John Campbell thanked Mason and his previewed the timeline of plans for Army G-4, opened the ceremony recall- ican public’s support. By Christmas, team for leading the way for the rest honoring Vietnam veterans across the ing personal memories as well as his nearly 200,000 Soldiers, Marines, Air- of the nation to celebrate the contribu- country. broader experiences as a young Amer- men and Sailors were in the country. tions of Vietnam veterans over the next The event included the premier of ican citizen. At war’s end on April 30, 1975, near- few years. “Veterans of Valor,” a 30-minute doc- “I was a young Army brat and it was ly 3 million Americans had been on the The son of an Air Force senior mas- umentary featuring the nine honorees’ difficult for me to watch my dad come ground, in the air and on rivers of Viet- ter sergeant, Campbell talked about personal photos and humorous and som- back after his third tour in Vietnam and nam. More than 58,000 Americans lost growing up on military bases around ber anecdotes of their war experiences. not get treated appropriately, at least in their lives. the world before attending West Point, For more information about the my mind,” he said. “I was just a pret- While the official 50th anniversary and then recalled his first interaction 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War ty young guy at that time, but I could of the War will be in 2015, the president with Vietnam veterans while a lieuten- commemorations and events, vis- feel that it wasn’t right. It struck me, and Congress requested the secretary of ant in Germany. it the website: http://www.vietnam- and I knew if I ever had the opportu- Defense to begin planning the Vietnam “Both the battalion commanders war50th.com/. MOH recipient inducted into Hall of Heroes

By LISA A. FERDINANDO, Stephan Mace, who he brought to safety ARNEWS but who later died. The most recent Medal of Honor Carter said more than half of the recipient from Operation Enduring Free- Soldiers at COP Keating were wound- dom, Staff Sgt. Ty M. Carter, was induct- ed and “almost everyone was left with ed into the Pentagon’s Hall of Heroes, deep, invisible wounds to their hearts Aug. 27, just a day after he was awarded and minds.” the nation’s highest military honor dur- “These are the unlikely heroes of ing a White House ceremony. Combat Outpost Keating, brave men, Vice Chief of Staff of the Army brothers and Soldiers for life,” he said. Gen. John F. Campbell said Carter is a Carter, who has been public about his reminder to all of America that there are struggle with post-traumatic stress, has “modern day heroes who live and walk a sense of purpose that will drive him among us.” to help others who have suffered the In attendance at the ceremony were wounds of war, Westphal said. some of the Soldiers who fought along- “It takes the same courage that you side Carter during the Oct. 3, 2009, bat- showed on that day of battle to seek tle in Afghanistan, families of Soldiers ways to heal,” Westphal said. “Lead- who died in that battle, and four Medal ership, loyalty, character are abundant of Honor recipients. Also in attendance in you. The love and companionship were senior leaders of the U.S. military, of your family will strengthen and heal including Deputy Secretary of Defense Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter stands on stage in the Pentagon Auditorium just you. Your fellow Soldiers will need you Ashton B. Carter, Under Secretary of the before being inducted into the Hall of Heroes, Aug. 27, 2013. and you will need them.” Army Joseph W. Westphal, and Sgt. Maj. Family members of the fallen team of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III. Carter was among 53 Soldiers at COP Carter said the brave men of Bravo members were recognized at the event. The Pentagon Hall of Heroes is a spe- Keating, located deep in a valley sur- “Black Knight” Troop 3d Squadron, 61st Campbell read the names of each of cial room in the Defense Department rounded by towering mountains in the Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat those who died in the battle: Staff Sgt. headquarters where all the service mem- Kamdesh District, Nuristan Province of Team, 4th Infantry Division, “quickly Justin Gallegos, Sgt. Christopher Griffin, bers who have received the Medal of Afghanistan. The base was attacked by felt the weight of a Taliban force seven- Sgt. Joshua Hardt, Sgt. Joshua Kirk, Spc. Honor are enshrined. an estimated 300 Taliban fighters. to-eight times our size.” Stephan Mace, Staff Sgt. Vernon Mar- The hall is “hallowed ground” The then-specialist sprinted through “None of us should have survived,” tin, Sgt. Michael Scusa, and Pfc. Kev- inside the Pentagon “to memorialize a “barrage of fire” to resupply ammuni- he said. “Though the Taliban have every in Thomson. our nation’s warriors who have demon- tion and fight alongside his “desperately tactical advantage, what they could nev- Also remembered at the ceremony strated conspicuous gallantry above and outnumbered comrades,” Campbell said. er have is the pure untainted sense of was Pvt. Edward Faulkner, who died beyond the call of duty,” said Campbell. Carter rescued a wounded Soldier, brotherhood that the men and women after returning from Afghanistan “during By honoring Carter, Campbell said, rendered first aid and carried him to of America’s Army feel for their battle a difficult struggle with post-traumatic the nation is also honoring those who safety. He moved through “withering buddies.” stress,” Campbell said. fought alongside him that day at the fire” to check on fellow Soldiers and There is simply no stronger bond then The 33-year-old Carter, whose wife, remote Combat Outpost Keating where secure a radio that later proved critical to that of a group of Soldiers facing the three children and other family members eight Soldiers died in a battle that raged saving the team, Campbell said. impossible, Carter said. were in attendance, was honored at the for more than 12 hours. “He fought fiercely and inspired those “But [we] were determined not to White House the day before. “He elevated the needs of his team around him throughout the battle that give up, if only to ensure the safety of He is the second Soldier to receive and nation above his own safety,” Camp- brutal day of combat,” Campbell said. others. It’s stronger than blood,” he said. the nation’s highest military decoration bell said of Carter’s actions that day. “Sergeant Carter’s gallant actions were Carter remembered his fallen com- for actions at COP Keating. Former Staff “His great humility, and love for his fel- those of a man, a Soldier, who was phys- rades and, choking up as he spoke, said Sgt. Clinton Romesha was presented the low Soldiers are the hallmark of a true ically and mentally strong and well-pre- one of the biggest regrets of his life Medal of Honor, for his actions at COP hero.” pared for combat.” was that he could not do more for Spc. Keating in February. 8 APG News • September 5, 2013 MARK YOUR CALENDAR SUNDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY older. Auditions are set for 6 to 8 p.m., the following dates: Aug. 27 & 28 at SEPTEMBER 8 SEPTEMBER 16 SEPTEMBER 18 APG South (Edgewood) recreation 9/11 MEMORIAL 5K WALK/ INTERNATIONAL RESILIENCY HEALTH FAIR center, Bldg. E4140; Sept. 10 & 11 RUN ASSOCIATION OF The APG Community Health Pro- at APG North (Aberdeen) recreation center, Bldg. 3326 Erie Street. The Enlisted Association of the ADMINISTRATIVE motion Council and Kirk U.S. Army Categories are: Vocalist, Group National Guard (EANGUS) will host PROFESSIONALS (IAAP) Health Clinic will host the second Vocalist, Instrumentalist, Band (maxi- the first 9/11 Memorial 5K Walk/Run annual Resiliency Health Fair 10 a.m. Administrative Professionals! to 2 p.m. at the APG South (Edge- mum five members), Dancers, Danc- with all proceeds benefitting the Wound- How would you like to be on the cut- er, Spoken Word, Comedy and other ed Warrior Project, starting at 9 a.m. at wood) recreation center. The health ting edge of your craft and enhance fair will offer a variety of free screen- novelties. Warfield Air National Guard Base, 2701 your promotion potential? The IAAP ings, health information, and give- Awards: Active duty and civilian Easter Boulevard, Middle River, MD is looking for you! Our group repre- aways and is a great way to con- categories will be awarded: 21220. Rain date is Sept. 15. Run start sents various businesses and facilities sult with health professionals, assess 1st Place - $300 time is 10 a.m. with a Kids Fun Run within Harford County such as Bat- your health status and take control of 2nd Place - $200 telle, Booz Allen Hamilton, SAIC, US starting 11 a.m. Minimum donation is an overall health plan on the road to 3rd Place - $100. Army, Harford Community College, $25. To register visit the Wounded War- fitness. People’s Choice Award – 8.9-inch Upper Chesapeake Hospital, Boeing, rior Project website at https://support. For more information on the resil- Kindle Fire and more. Our meetings focus on woundedwarriorproject.org/individual- iency health fair, contact Sue Singh, Most Talented Unit streamer fundraising/911Memorial5KEANGUSR enhancing your administrative edu- KUSAHC Community Health Nurse, cation, training, leadership develop- To register, contact the Leisure egistration/; contact Master Sgt. Curtis at 410-278-1771. Travel office in the APG North (Aber- Pollitt at 410-918-6163, curtis.pollitt@ ment, research, community outreach. We offer professional certifications deen) recreation center Bldg. 3326, ang.af.mil; or Staff Sgt. Kyle Schwartz COLLEGE FAIR Erie Street, at 410-278-4011/4907, or at 410-918-6209, kyle.schwartz@ang. which are recognized industry stan- dards. The Harford Chapter meets visit the APG Morale, Welfare and af.mil. APG will host a College Fair 3 to 6:30 every third Monday from 6 to 7:30 pm Recreation website at www.apgmwr. p.m. at the APG North (Aberdeen) rec- com. Harford Community College, Chesa- reation center, Bldg. 3326. This event is TUESDAY peake Dining Room North. Please open to active duty and retired service check us out at http://www.harford- members, Family members and civilian NDIA/WID LEADER SEPTEMBER 10 iaap.org or on Facebook at IAAP-Har- LUNCHEON LIFE INSURANCE FAIR employees. For more information, call ford Chapter. For questions, please 410-306-2042. The Joint NDIA/WID Leader Lun- The CECOM Wellness Program will contact the Harford County Chapter cheon will be held at the Ruggles Golf host The 2013 Life Insurance Aware- at [email protected]. THURSDAY Course clubhouse to discuss leading ness Month (LIAM) fair at the Myer the future of Army communications Auditorium, Bldg. 6000 from noon to TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 19 systems. RSVP at http://www.wid- 1 p.m.. This year’s national spokes- NATIONAL HISPANIC midatlantic.org/Events.html. Cost is person for Life Insurance Awareness SEPTEMBER 17 AMERICAN HERITAGE $20. Guest speaker is Mary Woods of Month will be Norman Julius “Boom- BALANCE AND MY ACHING DPEO C3T. MONTH er” Esiason, retired NFL MVP and cur- FEET rent television analyst. Several rep- Team APG will host the installation resentatives will provide information The CECOM Wellness Program will SATURDAY host a Balance and My Aching Feet National Hispanic American Heritage on buying life insurance to protect Month observance 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. SEPTEMBER 28 the ones you love. This event is open Informational Session at the Myer at the Myer Auditorium, Bldg. 6000 9TH ANNUAL “SUPPORT to everyone on APG. Auditorium, Bldg. 6000 from noon to 1 p.m.. The guest speaker, physi- on the C4ISR campus. Featured events OUR HEROES” GALA include a cultural food tasting, educa- cal therapost Chris Brinton, will dis- Tickets are now available for the CARE FIRST BLUE CROSS cuss practical ways to manage foot/ tional performances and exhibits. The guest speaker is Lawrence G. Romo, 9th Annual Support Our Heroes Gala BLUE SHIELD VISIT heel pain, anatomy of the foot, foot to be held 6 to 10 p.m. at Waters director of the Selective Service Sys- mechanics and treatment options. Edge Events Center, 4687 Millennium The Civilian Personnel Advisory tem, Washington, D.C. The theme for Center has made arrangements for Drive, in Belcamp. Featured will be AMERICAN SIGN the 2013 observance is “Hispanics: Serv- live and silent auctions; music and a claim representative of Care First ing and leading our nation with pride and Blue Cross Blue Shield to visit APG LANGUAGE CLASS dancing,heavy hors d’oeuveres and honor.” carving station, cash bar. Proceeds 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the APG North The Fall 2013 American Sign Lan- For more information, contact Master benefit the Fisher House Foundation, (Aberdeen) recreation center to dis- guage class begins today and contin- Sgt. Ryan Cole, 20th Support Command supporting wounded warriors and cuss claim problems and plan cover- ues each Tuesday through Dec. 10. (CBRNE), 410-436-0320; Sgt. 1st Class their families. age. The representative will not be The class will be held 11:30 a.m. to Howard Norcross, Army Test and Eval- Tickets on sale now. Sponsorship available in Edgewood this visit. No 12:30 p.m. at Bldg. E3330-31, room 270 uation Command, 443-861-9251; Linda opportunities available. For more appointment necessary. in APG South (Edgewood). The ASL Patrick, Public Health Command, 410- information, visit www.chesapeak- For questions, contact Teri class is free and open to anyone with 436-1023; Carmen Adrover, Chemical eheroes.com Wright, 410-278-4331 or e-mail a CAC or military ID card including Materials Agency, 410-436-4186; Rose spouses. The text book “ABC, A Basic [email protected]. Satz, PEO C3T, 443-395-2940; or Tra- Course in American Sign Language,” FRIDAY – SUNDAY can be purchased online [amazon. cy Marshall, CECOM/Installation EEO, SATURDAY com or barnesandnoble.com] or at 443-861-4366. OCTOBER 11 - 13 SEPTEMBER 14 local book stores. To register, or for For disability related accommoda- OKTOBERFEST tions, call 410-436-0320. WOMEN’S HOME BUILD more information, contact BethAnn Save the dates for the 2nd annu- Cameron at 410-436-7175, bethann. Due to rain delays, the Team APG al APG Oktoberfest celebration to [email protected]; Pat Reeves at WEDNESDAY be held at Shine Field Friday after- Women’s Home Build project has been 410-436-2917, patricia.j.reeves6.civ@ rescheduled to 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., noon through Sunday. For more mail.mil; or Randy Weber at 410-436- SEPTEMBER 25 details, go to http://apgmwr.com/ Saturday, Sept. 14. For more infor- 8546, [email protected]. TAKING CONTROL OF mation, contact Linda Patrick, PHC, SpecialPages/2013Oktoberfest.html at 410-436-1023, linda.d.patrick.civ@ FUTURE EVENTS THROUGH mail.mil; Sheryl Coleman, ARL, at TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY LONG-TERM CARE SATURDAY 410-278-5964, sheryl.l.coleman.civ@ SEPTEMBER 17 & 18 PLANNING mail.mil; or Tracy Marshall, CECOM, OCTOBER 19 BJ’S MEMBERSHIP SIGNUP Have the stock market and housing at 443-861-4366, tracy.y.marshall. values eroded your retirement sav- MILITARY RETIREE [email protected]. Save $10 off the $50 in-store mem- ings? For many people, it has. Now, APPRECIATION DAY bership fee for Inner Circle and $20 just imagine what impact extend- Save Oct. 19 for the APG Annu- off the $100 in-store membership FAMILY DAY AT THE POST ed (or long-term) care for you or a al Military Retiree Appreciation Day for the Rewards Program. Member- loved one would have on your retire- (RAD) to be held at the APG North CHAPEL ships are for 15 months instead of 12. ment savings and if anything would (Aberdeen) recreation center. Reg- Unlock 4,000 years of Godly wis- All forms of payment accepted. Dis- be left for your loved ones. In many istration begins 8 a.m. with the pro- dom in five memorable hours. Fun counted memberships are only avail- cases, it can be devastating. Are you gram opening ceremony at 9 a.m. and interactive family learning is able at on-site signups – not in store financially ready or emotionally pre- The guest speaker is Maryland State planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch or on line. Sign up at the APG South pared to meet the costs needed? Senator Nancy Jacobs. More details and refreshments will be provided; (Edgewood) Recreation Center, Bldg. GEBA can help. To help prevent the will be released as they become avail- childcare is available. Registration E4140, on Tuesday, Sept. 17, from severe financial hardship that paying able. For more information, contact forms are available at the Main Post 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or at the APG for long term care can bring, Long Thomas Shumate at 410-306-2303 or Chapel, building 2485. To register, or North (Aberdeen) Recreation Center Term Care insurance should be an [email protected] for more information, call the chapel on Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 11 a.m. important part of your overall finan- . at 410-278-4333/2516. – 1:30 p.m. cial plan. The CECOM Wellness Program will ONGOING host a Long-Term Care Planning OPENINGS AT YOUTH informational session where, GEBA CENTERS representatives, will discuss the gen- The Aberdeen and Edgewood pro- eral information on preparing future grams currently have immediate Long-Term Care planning at the openings for the 2013-2014 school C4ISR campus, Bldg. 6008 (Mallette year at their School Age & Youth Ser- Mission Training Facility) in Room 4 vices facilities. Openings are avail- from noon to 1 p.m. able in both locations for eligible users. For more information, call 410- THURSDAY 278-7571/7479. SEPTEMBER 26 CYSS PARTNERS WITH Rodney D. Shelby RAB MEETING HOMESCHOOLERS The Child, Youth and School Ser- Garrison operations specialist/Installation Ammunition The next RAB meeting will be held on Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Ramada vices at APG is trying to establish Manager Conference Center in Edgewood. The a partnership with authorized users topic of discussion will be an update who home-school their children in A government civilian and member ideas and programs to enhance Espir- the Aberdeen and Edgewood areas. of the Garrison’s Directorate of Plans, it de Corps among the workforce and on Military Munitions Response Pro- gram. For more information, contact CYSS is willing to open their facilities Training, Mobilization and Security, that it continues to find more ways to during the week so homeschooled Rodney D. Shelby wears two hats in get the word out and enhance overall Karen Jobes at karen.w.jobes.civ@ mail.mil. children can have access to class- supporting Garrison operations. participation. rooms, the computer lab and gym on As the Installation Ammunition “I enjoy the continued interaction a scheduled basis. For more informa- Manager, he serves as the reviewer for with Soldiers and providing a meaning- SO YOU THINK YOU’VE GOT tion, call 410- 278-7571/7479. all forecasted and un-forecasted ammu- ful service to the APG community,” he TALENT nition that is drawn at the APG Ammu- said. Enjoy a night of great talent and nition Supply Point. Within the DPTMS The DPTMS is located in Bldg. 320. fun as MWR and BOSS host the “So Plans & Operations division, he coor- Plans & Operations personnel work You Think You’ve Got Talent” vari- dinates and plans installation ceremo- behind the scenes to ensure ceremo- ety show at the APG North (Aber- nies and events. This includes providing nies for visiting dignitaries and monthly deen) recreation center, Bldg. 3326 MORE the state, branch, and officer flags and events like the Installation Retirement Erie Street. Doors open 5 p.m., show flag stands for official events and pro- Ceremony go off without a hitch. starts 7 p.m. Admission is free and ONLINE viding guidance on protocol for official Office hours are 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. open to the public. More events can ceremonies. For more information, contact Shelby Participation is open to active duty be seen at www. Shelby said he thinks Team APG at 410-278-3660, rodney.d.shelby.civ@ military, civilians, contractors, retir- apgnews.apg.army. does an excellent job coming up with mail.mil. ees and Family members age 16 and mil/calendar. 10 APG News • September 5, 2013 DOD facilities begin issuing ID cards immediately to same-sex spouses By JIM GARAMONE “The department will make the same paid from the date of the marriage. al requirements permit, commanders American Forces Press Service benefits available to all military spous- TRICARE, the military health care may allow military personnel in same- Department of Defense facilities are es, regardless of sexual orientation, as program, is tied to the Defense Enroll- sex relationships up to 10 days of non- gearing up to issue identification cards long as service member-sponsors pro- ment Eligibility Reporting System. chargeable leave for the purpose of to same-sex spouses beginning Sept. 3, vide a valid marriage certificate from a TRICARE will be available to same- travelling to a jurisdiction that allows Pentagon officials said. jurisdiction -- including those overseas sex spouses beginning Sept. 3. same-sex couples to be married if they “All spousal and family benefits, -- that recognizes same-sex marriage,” There are 15 countries that rec- are stationed more than 100 miles from including ID cards, will be made avail- Christensen said. ognize same-sex marriage. In the one of those areas. able no later than September 3,” said Entitlements such as basic allow- United States, 13 states and the Dis- “Personnel stationed within the con- Navy Lt. Cmdr. Nate Christensen. ance for housing and family separation trict of Columbia recognize same-sex tinental United States may receive up The Supreme Court decision to over- allowance are retroactive to the date of marriages. to seven days non-chargeable leave and turn portions of the Defense of Marriage the Supreme Court’s decision -- June Many U.S. service members live those stationed at overseas assignments Act made it possible for the department 26, 2013. For service members married in jurisdictions that do not recognize may receive up to 10 days non-charge- to recognize same-sex marriages. after that date, the entitlements will be same-sex marriages. As operation- able leave,” Christensen said. Suicide intervention teaches prevention Continued from Page 1 mitments to others. Owens encouraged ACE-SI participants to show those seeking ers” so they can go back to their organiza- help that their lives matter. tions or units and teach the course in small The following suicide prevention awareness training will be “Resilient people have a sense of pur- groups. offered during September: pose in their lives,” Owens said. “They are “The Army looked at how we conduct connected to others.” suicide prevention training and found that Large group training at APG post theater (Bldg. 3245) Gesch said that so far, more than 50 small groups are more effective,” Gesch Sept. 13: 9 to 10:15 a.m., 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., people from the APG community have said. “People are usually more willing to 1 to 2:15 p.m. and 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. taken ACE-SI training. participate in discussions in small groups.” Sept. 16: 9 to 10:15 a.m. Another training session will be offered Gesch said that the ACE-SI training 8 a.m. to noon, Sept. 10, at the Main Post teaches participants skills so they can help Chapel. Team APG will provide a vari- individuals who demonstrate suicide warn- Large group training at APG South (Edgewood) chapel (Bldg. E4620) ety of suicide awareness trainings for the ing signs. The training also teaches par- Sept. 19: 9 to 10:15 a.m. community throughout September which ticipants to encourage these individuals to is National Suicide Prevention and Aware- seek professional help. ness Month as well as National Recovery “I think the stigma for seeking help Screenings of the movie Ordinary People, will be provided Month. in the military has improved quite a bit,” in lieu of face-to-face training: “We need to keep the issue [of suicide Gesch said. “The Sergeant Major of the prevention] in people’s minds; people do Army (Raymond Chandler) has discussed Sept. 19: 1 to 3:30 p.m. APG South (Edgewood) Chapel not always pick up on the warning signs,” his experiences seeking behavioral health Sept. 16: noon to 2:30 p.m. APG post theater Gesch said. specialists for counseling. He has made Learn tips on how to combat stress suicide prevention one of his top priorities.” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., during the Resiliency One course participant, Ben Polanco Health Fair at the APG South (Edgewood) from CECOM, said stress from deploy- I served in combat several times and know protective factors, or skills, strengths and recreation center Sept. 18. ments, demanding workloads and budget- how stressful it can be, I had to overcome resources that help people deal more ary cutbacks have strained Soldiers, the many things. I want to be able to help my effectively with stressful events. These For more information about sui- civilian workforce and their Families. fellow Soldiers and fellow employees. I protective factors reduce the likelihood cide prevention awareness training con- “I think that the Army takes this issue had several great mentors (in my career) of attempting or completing a suicide. tact Gesch at 410-278-7779, or e-mail very seriously,” he said. “We spend so now it is time for me to give back that Owens said resilient people are able to [email protected]. For a list of much time at work, co-workers become which was given to me. I want to help “bounce back” from stressful events. He local suicide prevention resources, contact like our Family members. We need to be build a stronger workforce.” said one of the keys to becoming more Gesch or the Employee Assistance Pro- able to reach out to them, if they need help. During the training Owens discussed resilient is to make connections and com- gram manager 410-278-5319. Orosz takes reigns as ATEC’s new CSM

Continued from Page 1 tions in Panama, Iraq and Afghanistan. A leader of few words, Orosz Command Sgt. forces in the western United States. thanked the ATEC workforce for their Maj. Ronald E. This is not the first time he has efforts in ensuring ATEC remains the Orosz accepts the served in a senior enlisted role at U.S. Army Test Department of Defense’s premier orga- APG, however. From 2009 through and Evaluation nization for full spectrum testing. 2011, Orosz served as the command Command unit sergeant major for the 20th Support “[ATEC] is a vital part of our mil- flag from ATEC Commanding Command (CBRNE) headquartered on itary and, no doubt in my mind, the hard work and dedication of our pro- General Maj. Gen. APG South (Edgewood). Throughout Peter D. Utley dur- his 28-year career, Orosz has served in fessional workforce here at Aberdeen ing an assumption every duty position from machine gun and at other test facilities across the of responsibility ammunition bearer to squad leader to command saves lives,” he said. “I look ceremony at the operations noncommissioned officer forward to serving with all the pro- Aberdeen Proving to command sergeant major. Orosz has fessional Soldiers and civilians in this Ground headquar- ters Aug. 15. deployed five times in support of opera- command.” New contracting battalion established at APG

Continued from Page 1 “This is a historic day and tremen- of military members. Military members of the 926th CCBn dous organizational opportunity for “I’m truly honored to be the first are attached to ACC-APG for daily contracting force capable of deploy- ACC-APG,” said Young. “We have commanding officer of the 926th management and professional devel- ing in support of the joint war fighter been entrusted with the mission to assist CCBn,” Draper said. “I’m also excited opment but are assigned to the Expe- in all areas of responsibility. Second, and train military contracting officers for the unique opportunities available ditionary Contracting Command for they will provide comprehensive con- and specialists. Contracting profession- to our Soldiers at APG. They will be contingency operations. In the event tracting and business advisory support als, both military and civilian, serve as able to expand their contracting skills that they are called to support contin- to the customers of the Army Con- agents of the United States of America, and work on complex contract actions gency mission requirements, the mem- tracting Command – Aberdeen Prov- entrusted with integrity, to ensure the in support of ACC-APG’s diverse cus- bers will be detached from ACC-APG ing Ground.” best possible support for our customers, tomer base.” for the duration of the deployment. The 926th activation was the final our war fighters and the taxpayer.” Just as the mission of the 926th “The garrison contracting require- phase of the ACC integration of mili- As commander of the 926th CCBn, CCBn is two-fold, Draper will also ments closely resemble the type of con- tary members into contracting centers. Draper will be responsible for four con- have dual responsibilities. tract actions our Soldiers experience With this military integration, ACC- tingency contracting teams (712th CCT, In addition to serving as the battal- while they are deployed,” explained APG assumed management of approx- 722nd CCT, 725th CCT and the 865th ion commander, he will serve as chief Draper. imately 40 military personnel in the CCT). The teams are comprised of two of ACC-APG’s Garrison Division. In “The time they spend supporting gar- 51C (acquisition, logistics and technol- officers and three noncommissioned this role, Draper will provide contract- rison requirements will form their con- ogy contracting) career field, according officers. ing support to the garrison, procuring tracting foundation that they will build to Bryon J. Young, ACC-APG execu- Draper admits he’s humbled to be supplies and services for the Soldiers upon as they advance their contracting tive director. given the opportunity to lead this group and civilians of APG. careers to serve their nation.”

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In the August 29th edition of ONLINE the APG News, Tyler Long, left, was inadvertently identified as To view more photos of events going on Donnye Culbreth. APG News at and around the U.S. Army Garrison Aberdeen Proving Ground, visit the garri- regrets the error. son Flickr site http://www.flickr.com/pho- tos/usagapg/ or scan the QR code. September 5, 2013 • APG News 11 APG SNAPSHOT A peek at the events making news in and around U.S. Army Garrison Aberdeen Proving Ground. For complete photo coverage, visit http://www.flickr.com/photos/usagapg/.

Photo by Yvonne Johnson HARRIS RISES TO TOP ENLISTED RANK (From left) Col. Patrick Garman, commander of the 1st Area Medical Laboratory, congratulates newly-promoted Sgt. Maj. Adrianne D. Harris, during her promotion ceremony at the Ball Conference Center Sept. 3. Harris maintains her position as the 1st AML senior enlisted advisor

TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT Romain Frejuste, a Communications- Electronics Command Software Engineering Center employee, aims at a target during an adult archery class, hosted by Morale, Welfare and Recreation at the APG archery range, located on APG North (Aberdeen) Aug. 28. For more information about using the APG archery range, contact MWR Outdoor Recreation at 410-278-4124 Photo by Rachel Ponder

ASAP HOSTS ANNUAL COMMANDER AND FIRST SGT TRAINING APG Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. James Ervin speaks to a group of APG leaders during annual Army Substance Abuse Program commander and first sergeant training. ASAP civilian employees introduced themselves to the commanders and first sergeants, highlighting different services. ASAP supports the Army’s individual and unit readiness by providing alcohol and other drug abuse deterrence through alcohol and drug testing, prevention, rehabilitation, program evaluation and research. “ASAP is a critical component of Soldier readiness,” Ervin said. “It is all about taking care of Soldiers and Family members on this installation.” Ervin encouraged anyone struggling with substance abuse to seek help. ASAP clinical services are provided to Family members of active duty Soldiers, retirees and their Family members, civilian employees and their Family members over eighteen. Photo by Rachel Ponder PWOC Kicks-Off fall meeting schedule

The PWOC 2013 theme is “Walk During the program PWOC leaders Garrison Commander Col. Greg- Forward in Love.” All women are invit- introduced Bible studies that the group ory McClinton, said the PWOC is ed to join PWOC, which meets Tues- will be considering this fall. They important because it builds a strong day evenings and Thursday mornings. are: “Made to Crave: Satisfying Your community. “If you can get on post, you can join Deepest Desire with God Not Food, “The PWOC provides consistency PWOC,” said the PWOC President Sta- by Lysa TerKeurst, “If You Want to for military spouses who frequently cie Dorris. Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out move,” said McClinton, who has been PWOC Outreach Coordinator of the Boat” by John Ortberg and Shei- involved with PWOC for many years. Serenity Coats said the four aims of la Walsh “Becoming a Woman Who “It is a refuge, a place that spouses can the PWOC are to lead, teach, develop, Loves: A Bible Study,” by Cynthia go for support.” and involve women from all Chris- Heald and “No Other God: Confront- The PWOC meets 7 p.m. Tues- tian denominations through weekly ing Our Modern Day Idols,” by Kelly day evenings off post and 9:30 a.m. fellowship, prayer and Bible study. Minter. Participants will choose one to noon Thursday at the Main Post- By RACHEL PONDER This chapel-based ministry for wom- book to study. Chapel. Free childcare is provided at APG News en was formed to help chaplains car- The PWOC is also involved in com- the chapel for participants during the Women from the APG community ry out their religious programs, and to munity outreach projects throughout Thursday morning sessions. For more gathered for faith and fellowship dur- bring Christian fellowship and spiri- the year. The motto of PWOC is “we information, including the address of ing the Protestant Women of the Cha- tual growth to U.S. military commu- are workers together for Christ.” the Tuesday sessions, contact the cha- pel Kick-Off celebration Aug. 29. nities around the globe. Vicky McClinton, wife of APG pel at 410-278-4333.