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New Warrior Zone Opens on Patch Barracks Vol. 41, No. 6 www.stuttgart.army.mil March 22, 2012 New Warrior Zone opens on Patch Barracks By Gloria Colon-Buzatu troop living in the barracks … all we USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office had was a day room with a pool table.” The Warrior Zone goes far beyond ervice members now have a that. dedicated space to call their The facility offers service members Sown. of all branches opportunities to surf the The Warrior Zone, located in the Internet, play interactive games, partici- Swabian Special Events Center on pate in video game tournaments, watch Patch Barracks,was designed with sports and movies, or simply unwind gamers and movie enthusiasts in mind. after work. Garrison and tenant unit leaders “We want service members to get out joined a crowd of more than 100 people of their houses and meet new people … to introduce the new facility to the it’s a good way to network and interact,” community March 8 during a grand said Joel D’Agostino, a Family and opening hosted by U.S. Army Garrison MWR community recreation assistant. Stuttgart’s Directorate of Family and The Warrior Zone features a movie Morale, Welfare and Recreation, and room equipped with two flat screen Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers. televisions, arm chairs, sofas and rocker “We have come a long way,” said recliners for a relaxed home-theater Gloria Colon-Buzatu Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony M. Bry- atmosphere. Petty Officers 2nd Class Patrick Rampulla (from left), Francisco Morgan, ant, USAG Stuttgart command sergeant Vincent Aguado and Spc. Derek Kujat enjoy lunch and camaraderie during major. “I remember when I was a young See Warrior Zone on page 4 the Warrior Zone grand opening on Patch Barracks March 8. Protect sign-in privileges by adhering to regs By Mark J. Howell As a result of increased walking patrols, local actions could be taken as well. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office military police have noticed an upswing in sign-in Unauthorized or unescorted personnel pose a violations over the last few weeks. serious threat to the safety and security of service ost Americans stationed in Ger- “One recent incident involved a service member members and their families living on military many will want to bring friends and signing on a guest from Spain to help her move,” installations, according to Shay Edwards, USAG Mfamily onto a military installation at said Maj. Paul Goyne, U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Stuttgart antiterrorism officer. some point during their tours. director of emergency services. “It only takes one person with the intent to harm While service members, civilians and family According to Goyne, an MP noticed that the visi- service members and their families to cause a major members have this privilege, it can be taken away tor’s car was parked in an unauthorized space. When incident,” Edwards said. “It is extremely important if individuals do not adhere to the regulations that asked for an ID, the individual could not present one that the sign-in regulations are followed.” come with it. and was detained for failure to identify and taken Force protection is the responsibility of every According to Army Europe 190-16 (Installa- to the MP station. The visitor’s escort was asked to individual in the community. tion Access Control), service members, civilians report to the station. Community members are encouraged to im- and spouses signing guests onto an installation “At that point she was read her rights and was cited mediately report anything out of the ordinary or must remain with them at all times and sign them with a violation of the sign-in regulation,” Goyne said. when they suspect someone is on post without out as they leave. Service members who violate the sign-in regula- an escort. The person signing in the guest is also respon- tions will have the privilege taken away indefinitely, sible for the behavior and actions of the visitor according to Col. Carl D. Bird, USAG Stuttgart To report suspicious activity, contact the MP while on the installation. commander. Bird also said that other administrative desk at 430- 5262/civ. 0711-680-5262. Pages 10-11 Daylight saving time begins INSIDE Month of the Military Child Most of Europe will move its clocks forward HIS by one hour when daylight saving time T U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart’s Family and begins on Sunday, March 25. In Germany, MWR celebrates Month of the Military Child daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. (set EDITION with workshops, sports and family activities clocks to 3 a.m.). offered throughout April. Page 2 OPINION The Citizen, March 22, 2012 The Citizen, March 22, 2012 NEWS Page 3 Commander’s Column News & Notes Get ready for PCS season with helpful services Citizen volunteers place in DA journalism competition landlord and a housing representative Commentary by Col. Carl D. Bird homefront.dod.mil. Two Stuttgart volunteers were recently to ensure that they receive back most, USAG Stuttgart commander The program is an electronic plan- named as awardees in the 2011 Department if not all, of their security deposit. It’s easy to get ning tool that creates a calendar to of the Army Keith L. Ware Public Affairs Another important piece of the ili- help you prepare for your PCS move. bogged down in all Communication Competition for their con- PCS puzzle is getting your vehicle It also provides information on tributions to the Citizen newspaper. M back to the U.S. While this can be a the details. Probably tary moves can how to request a sponsor, if you Air Force Col. Joseph Mancy of U.S. difficult process, there is good news. be challenging haven’t already been assigned one. Africa Command Operations and Logistics We recently implemented a new the most important and sometimes It’s a terrific aid, but the garrison won second place in the “Photojournalism electronic ticketing system and stressful. They’re offers some invaluable services, as thing you can do is by Stringer” category for his submission installed fiber optic cabling to speed also manage- well. “Soldier Show highlights Army talent, Col. Carl D. Bird up the network at the Vehicle Regis- sign up for “Plan My able if you plan Army Community Service’s Relo- teamwork.” tration Office. These upgrades have ahead, and know the resources avail- cation Readiness Program provides a Move” ... Tanya Fogg-Young of U.S. European led to an average 20 minute decrease able to you. number of services for both incoming Command Joint Interagency Counter Traf- in wait times. Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony M. and outgoing service members and ficking Center was also awarded second The community can help decrease Bryant, the garrison command ser- their families, to include transition get involved with the ACS Employ- place in the “Writing by Stringer” cat- briefings, an unofficial translation the wait even further during PCS geant major, and I are both preparing ment Readiness Program. It can help egory for her entry “Battle buddies for life: season by renewing existing registra- service and a lending closet stocked Xavier Thomas (from left), Patch High School senior, takes cues as he prepares to interview Miss Teen USA, Stuttgart NCO adopts military working dog, to PCS in the next couple of months. tions early. you build a resume, get you prepared with household and child care items Danielle Doty; Miss USA, Alyssa Campanella; and Miss Universe, Leila Lopes; in the school’s video production former partner.” We’re not the only ones ... hun- Renewal notices are sent 90 days for interviews and offers resources to help during the moving process. studio March 12 during a United Service Organizations European tour. Both winners will be recognized during dreds of families in the Stuttgart mili- before the registration expires. By re- for finding a job. One example is the The garrison also holds a monthly the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart awards tary community are due for permanent newing as soon as you get your notice, upcoming virtual job fair on March PCS briefing with representatives ceremony March 23 at 2 p.m. in the Patch change of station moves during the you can avoid the crowds and help cut 28 from 1-4 p.m. in Building 2915 on from transportation, customs, health Community Club. spring and summer. and dental clinic, Tricare, vehicle down wait times for those shipping or Panzer Kaserne. Miss USA, Miss Teen USA, It’s easy to get bogged down in all registration and housing. receiving a vehicle during peak season. Moving is a way of life for most Change batteries in smoke the details. Probably the most impor- For those residing off post who are If you’re retiring or about to service members. Playing an active and CO alarms tant thing you can do is sign up for about to leave, it’s recommended that transition out of the military in the role while PCSing will keep you in Miss Universe visit garrison Most of Europe will move its clocks “Plan My Move” at www.military- they schedule a pre-inspection with the near future, I highly encourage you to control throughout the process. Story & photo by Gloria Colon-Buzatu forward by one hour when daylight saving time begins on March 25. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office ON THE STREET You have to stay true to In the U.S., the Consumer Product Safety he reigning Miss Universe, Leila Lopes; Commission urges consumers to replace the HE ‘ who you are. batteries in their smoke and carbon monox- Miss USA, Alyssa Campanella; and Miss T CITIZEN What song puts you in a good mood? TTeen USA, Danielle Doty; visited with You need to follow your ide alarms on the day that the time changes.
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