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2008 CHINFO Award Winner �� Rules For Extensions To Change By Katie Suich orders to places that require less than 24 into. NPC also has procedures in place Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs Office �� months, such as Diego Garcia and unac- to handle unique situations that might The Navy will change the Short Term companied tours. require more than two extensions per Extension (STE) policy Oct. 1, affecting �� *All other obligated-service require- contract. obligated service (OBLISERV) rules for ments will remain the same. *Extension policy for Sailors taking enlisted personnel. �� The maximum number of short-term individual augmentee/global war on ter- Labor Day According to NAVADMIN 242/09, the �� extensions that a Sailor may now use reason for the change is that the Navy will be two per contract. The length rorism support assignments (IA/GSA) Hours For MWR has noticed during the past several years �� of an extension will be limited to 23 orders remains the same. Once they the number of STEs has risen substan- months, and the total of all extensions have completed the GSA/IA assignment, In recognition of Labor tially. �� cannot exceed 24 months. Other rules they will fall under current detailing and Day on Sept. 7, the following “The impact of this change is that include: extension policies MWR facilities will be closed: more Sailors will be directed toward Currently, a Sailor has to obligate for *Extensions counting against the Sailors choosing not to obligate for Auto Skills reenlistments, said Master Chief Petty 12 months when they receive orders to Sailor’s two-extension limit are those Bingo the required 24 months but have more Officer of the Navy Rick West. “It sea duty, unless DoD area requirements that help manage their careers or if CDC/CDH than 12 months of contract time left will also gives our Sailors more flexibili- are greater. The new policy will require they benefit to the Sailor. For example: CPO Club be assigned based on the “needs of the ty to manage their careers early in the 24 months of obligated service, with Instead of reenlisting, a Sailor uses an ITT/Recreation Ticket Navy” or, if eligible, will be encouraged [career review board] process while tak- these exceptions: extension to obtain OBLISERV so he/ Vehicle to voluntarily separate at end of obligat- ing advantage of monetary incentives. *Sailors with less than 24 months until she can execute PCS orders. Ocean Breeze Conference Standardizing the rules will assist our their high year tenure date must only *Extensions not counted are Navy- ed service {EAOS} or projected rotation Center Sailors in managing their careers while obligate for the amount of time needed required ones, such as the PCS delay this date {PRD), whichever is closer. Those Outdoor Adventures allowing the Navy to better manage the to reach that date. past summer. Navy Personnel Command assigned “needs of the Navy” orders will Recycling Center/Scrap force. We should have done this years *Sailors will obligate for the requisite (NPC) can answer specific questions not necessarily stay at their present com- Metal Yard/Vehicle Scale ago” time-on-station requirements for PCS on what category an extension falls mand. House Surfside Fitness Youth Activities Center Vehicle Storage Report Veterinary Future CPOs Work On Ground Game Beachside Community Center Computer Cove will Calls For be open 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Castaways, 2 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; Bogey�s, 6 a.m.-7 p.m.; Changes Gym, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Mayport Bowling Center, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Pelican Roost, 10 a.m.- To NSPS 4 p.m.; Pizza Hut, 10:30 By Jim Garamone a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Planet American Forces Press Service Mayport, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; In its final report, a Defense Pool, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Windy Business Board task group has Harbor Golf, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. recommended a “reconstruction” of the National Security Personnel System. Former Deputy Defense Communicate Secretary Rudy DeLeon chaired the group. Defense At Mayport Department officials will use the board’s recommendations DESRON 14 is hosting the as they ponder the system’s 2009 Mayport Regional C51 future. Communicators Conference “We’ll take the findings on Sept. 9-10 from 7 a.m.-4 of the business board under p.m. on Wednesday and 8 advisement and study and work a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Thursday. toward a decision on NSPS in The two-day event will be the fall,” Pentagon spokesman held at the ATG Mayport Bryan Whitman said today. The auditorium, Bldg. 1842. For system, in place since 2003, more information, contact must be rebuilt, the report says. ITC(SW/AW) Raddler or “A ‘fix’ could not address the IT1(SW/AW) Hay at 270- 5801 ext. 147//149. depth of the systemic problems discovered,” according -Photo by Paige Gnann to the report. “The Task Group �� does not recommend an abol- �� ishment of the NSPS because Mentor At �� the performance management �� system that has been created is achieving alignment of employ- Duval Schools ee goals with organizational Instructors from Duval goals.” County Public School Any reconstruction needs to (DCPS) system will hold USS The Sullivans Welcomes include input from the work a training session for the force in making the needed DCPS Mentor Program in changes, the report says. The the training classroom at Aboard New Commanding Officer task group called on the depart- Building One on Sept. 10 ment to re-establish a “commit- from 9:30-11 a.m. All military By Ensign Kari Weniger ment to partnership and collab- USS The Sullivans Public Affairs and civilian personnel are orating with employees through Cmdr. Ryan C. Tillotson, Commanding welcome to attend. Please their unions.” Officer, USS The Sullivans, handed over respond by email to ernest. The task group recommended the reins to Cmdr. Neil E. Funtanilla on [email protected] if you are that the Defense Department interested in joining the men- Aug 28 during a change of command cer- halt any more transitions from toring team. emony on board the ship. legacy personnel systems to The mentor program pro- Funtanilla was born in Honolulu, Hawaii NSPS. Specifically, the Defense vides an adult mentor to a and graduated from the United States Naval Department must address pay child in grades K-12 who Academy in 1991. pools and their lack of trans- wants or needs a mentor. From there he went on to serve aboard parency. The department also Needs will be determined by USS Scott (DDG 995), USS Biddle (CG must examine pay bands, espe- student, parent and educa- 34), USS Stout (DDG 55), and USS Lake cially Pay Band 2, which has tors. Erie (CG 70). Additionally, he served a large portion of the defense Mentors will help meet the as Strike Officer/Maritime Operations work force. The group said that needs of a particular student, Planner on the staff of Commander, pay band lacks “clear linkage to ranging from help with aca- Cruiser-Destroyer Group 12 and as Deputy career progression.” demics to dealing with social Director, Joint Maritime Operations and NSPS is eroding trust problems, support with sport- Integration at the Missile Defense Agency/ between supervisors and ing activities to just having Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Program employees, the report says. someone to talk to. Office. At the AEGIS BMD Program The task group calls on the Ti m e c o m m i t m e n t i s Office, he aided in the successful Standard department to create a “col- around one to one and a half Missile 3 Engagement of a failed satellite in laborative process for [Defense hours per week, depending February 2008. Department] managers and on student/mentor availabil- Tillotson leaves The Sullivans after com- employees currently in the ity. manding her through a very successful -Photo courtesy of USS The Sullivans General Schedule system to NS Mayport recruits inter- seven month and seven day deployment. �� design and implement a per- ested Sailors and civilians Some highlights of his tour include: rep- �� formance management system semi-annually with an orien- resenting the United States on the beaches �� that ties individual employee tation session held on base. of Normandy for the dedication of the first performance goals to organiza- Sailors will fill out profile World War II monument in honor of the guiding The Sullivans in her first Seventh In an emotional ceremony, Tillotson tional goals.” sheet/questionaire with their U.S. Navy; commanding a multi-ship sur- Fleet deployment, stopping in five Pacific thanked the crew and declared them all Part of this is to explore the interests and availability. face action group into the Persian Gulf dur- ports of call; and representing the nation heroes in his eyes. replacement of the current Background checks will be ing the NATO Standing Maritime Group during Operation Indigo Serpent with the General Schedule classification run. Two’s maiden out-of area deployment; Royal Saudi Naval Forces. See The Sullivans, Page 3 system. .

2 THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 CO Column The City of Jacksonville and er got by without getting to were injured. Please don’t over- who have sacrificed so much into the test site. If you have the Beaches Cities have once talk to the JSO and suspected do it this weekend and if you for this nation. The Tri-Base any questions at all, contact again partnered with Naval drinkers were given a sobriety are going to be near the water, Navy Ball Committee is hosting PSC Perez at 270-7614 ext. Station Mayport to bring the check on the spot. Throughout be extremely careful as tropical the Ball for Naval Air Station 107. Navy’s aerial demonstration the Southeast Region, we had depressions can and often bring Jacksonville, Mayport, Naval Finally, many thanks to Jon team, the Blue Angels, back for seven alcohol incidents this past dangerous rip currents to our Submarine Base Kings Bay, Fine for setting up a great CPO the Sea and Sky Spectacular on weekend. That means seven of beaches. Managing risks means as well as Navy Active Duty, select golf tournament last Nov. 7-8. This year, the city is our shipmates will face NJP, considering what might go Retired and Reserve Sailors. week, and thanks to CMC Deb hosting a “Week of Valor” that severe fines and penalties, and wrong and planning in advance Please contact Chief Cruz at Davidson for getting “Gator will begin with the arrival of for several of them a quick trip to manage contingencies. Each 270-6023 for more informa- Country” out here for the the Blue Angels on Wednesday, to becoming a civilian. Please of you on this team is vital to tion on the event and ticket live remote. Steve, Eden and Nov. 4 and conclude with don’t drink and drive and please the successful operation of this prices. The uniform for the Amadeus continue to be very the Veterans Day parade on look after your shipmates. It base. I want all of you back safe Tri-base Navy Ball is service supportive of the military, and I Wednesday, Nov. 11. The amazes me that we can’t get and sound. dress blue’s with ribbons. Dual appreciate their support. Week of Valor will highlight over 30 days at this base with- Are you ready for the Navy military, only one active service Please keep an eye out while the Sea and Sky Spectacular out someone coming through Ball? The 234th Birthday of the member has to wear uniform. you go through your day and with a variety of events geared �� the gate impaired. Last Labor United States Navy will be cel- Exams kicked off today with don’t hesitate to let me know if to recognize the honorable everyone what we are all about. Day weekend, there were 38 ebrated at the Hyatt Regency the E-6 exam. The next round you see a better (or safer way) service that YOU bring to the Labor day is here in just reportable mishaps in the Navy Jacksonville Riverfront on will be E-5 (Sept. 10) and E-4 to do business around the base. table each and every day. A full three days and please remem- and Marine Corps, one proved Oct. 10 from 6 p.m. til mid- (Sept. 17). All participants Your concerns are my concerns, schedule of the week’s events ber that your safety is my num- fatal when a Naval officer was night. In keeping with tradi- are to muster at the base gym so keep those suggestions roll- will be published in The Mirror ber one priority. If you didn’t killed in a motorcycle crash. tion, we will celebrate the no later than 6:30 a.m. in the ing in to the CO’s suggestion as we get closer. It’s a work- notice, there was a sobriety Since 2004, we have lost six Navy’s birthday and honor our uniform of the day and mili- box located at the base galley, ing weekend for all of us but check point on Mayport Road Sailors over the Labor Day Sailors and Marines, Active tary I.D. card. Food, drink and or email them to aaron.bow- its always well worth it to show this weekend and not one driv- weekend holiday. Many more Duty, Reserves and Retired, wristwatches are not allowed [email protected]. Chaplain’s Corner Hey, why do people work bers. And remember: work is community where we live. a “sacred” opportunity than a us with a sense of confidence anyway? An obvious answer: here to stay! To work in a career that ben- necessary drudgery. Our work in knowing that we answer to to survive. Work will bring So what I feel is needed dur- efits others and at which we are can become truly significant a “Higher Authority.” To be the funds and the benefits that ing this Labor Day weekend skillful will bring a sense of sat- when we view it in terms of sure, our work can be experi- provide for a standard of liv- is a serious reevaluation of our isfaction and self-esteem. a “calling” in life. Seen from ing. Another view has been attitudes about “work.” That Work affords us the opportu- this vantage point, we may even enced as an adventure directed expressed in a popular bum- is, let’s have a “vision adjust- nity to help others. Often taken approach our work with some by God himself. per sticker that reads: “I owe, ment.” Careful contemplation for granted, this opportunity sense of reverence because I close with a quote from I owe/ so off to work I go.” over the value and purpose for is life fulfilling and enriching. we’ve been placed there with a Dorothy L Sayers: Many perceive work to be work could provide us with a Through our income we can be great purpose. “I ask that work should be just that – a way to pay off the healthier attitude and change in a position to help the less for- As we examine these reasons looked upon, not as a neces- mountain of debts. Yet for oth- the way we live our lives. tunate in our society. Living in for our work, we will discov- ers work is seen as mere neces- Work affords us the oppor- an economic environment that er that what we do for a living sary drudgery…but as a way of sity – empty of any pleasure or tunity to be responsible. This worships the “living-on-credit” can have a positive impact on life in which the nature of man sense of fulfillment. For those �� clearly implies that stealing ethic renders this opportunity the lives of people around us. should find its proper exercise in this dilemma work becomes from an employer is not jus- difficult to achieve. Therefore, This should challenge us to be �� and delight and so fulfill itself devoid of any sense of excite- tifiable under any conditions. using our work to help others responsible about what we do to the glory of God.” ment, purpose or vision for the we do is important. We spend An honest and responsible atti- may require that we put our for a living. At the forefront of On behalf of Commander future. “Drudgery” becomes most of our time at work. We tude will instill rightness about work responsibilities in a dif- the work ethic is to see our job a good way to describe work will spend more time socializ- our work. Through work we ferent perspective. When see- as the task that God has entrust- Destroyer Squadron Four under these circumstances. ing with co-workers than with provide for our needs, devel- ing it from this point of view, ed to us. Accomplishing our Zero, have a restful and blessed But let’s face it. The work some of our own family mem- op skills, and contribute to the work can then become more of work in that spirit will imbue Labor Day. Homefront in Focus By Beth Wilson For example, if you receive a copy of your child’s Another great resource that is available is the to educate schools regarding the needs of military Military Spouse Contributor records from the school you are transferring from School Liaison Officers. A school liaison officer children. PCSing is hard enough without adding in the the school they are going to be attending may networks, educates and works in partnership To find out how you can get in touch with your local worry of if your child(ren) will have problems not accept hand carried records. This becomes a with the local schools to enhance the education school liaison officer you can contact your local enrolling in their new school or if they will meet problem if your child is in advanced placement experience. They are available to military parents Fleet and Family Support Center. If you are in an the new standards. There are two great resources classes or has special needs. They may not be to provide information and help regarding school area that doesn’t have a Fleet and Family Support that can help ease your mind, The Interstate placed in the correct classes for them. This is information such as academics, activities, and any Center you can go to http://militaryK12partners. Compact and School Liaison Officers.The Council where the Interstate Compact can help. The questions or concerns you may have. dodea.edu/reference_SLOexplained.html to find of the Governors is working pass the Interstate Interstate Compact provides that schools share The purpose of the school liaison officer program the directory of school liaison officers. 2 Compact in every state to help military children records within a timely fashion to ensure the is to provide military commands with the necessary Having extra resources available is always a great transition into their new schools with more ease. It proper placement of classes and programs. support to help military parents of with educational way to ease your mind when you are dealing with a PCS move. is targeting the problem areas that can occur when Currently 25 states have fully enacted the Interstate needs and to assist in solving educational problems. Navy Homefront Talk! airs live once a week. you PCS. Some of the problems they are targeting Compact with nine more states in the introduction Some of their goals are to identify barriers and You can listen or subscribe to the show at www. are transferring records, graduation requirements, stage and working towards fully enacting it. The develop solutions, provide tools your child(ren) blogtalkradio.com/nht. repetitive or missed entrance and exit exams and Council of the Governors is working to get every need to succeed and overcome educational hurtles Questions or comments for Beth? Email her at kindergarten and first grade age variance. state to pass the legislation.1 that come from being in the military lifestyle and [email protected]. now the Ropes

Most parents understand the teachers’ Ktime are all directly School, Sept. 3, 6 p.m., All School, Sept. 24, 7 p.m., All School, Sept. 10, 6 p.m., All importance of being actively related to helping your child Axson, J. Allen Elementary Fletcher High School, Sept. Neptune Beach Elementary involved in their children’s become tomorrow’s successful School, Sept. 10, 6:30 p.m., PK, 14, 6 p.m., All School, Sept. 3, 6:30 p.m., K, education. But as children adult. K, 4/5 Jax Beach Elementary 1, 2 get older, parents frequently Local Open Houses Axson, J. Allen Elementary School, Sept. 8, 7 p.m., K, 2, 4 become less and less involved Abess Park Elementary School, Sept. 17, 6:30 p.m., 1, Jax Beach Elementary San Pablo Elementary in their schools. However, School, Sept. 17, 6:30 p.m., K, 3, 4 School, Sept. 10, 7 p.m., 1, 3, 5 School, Sept. 10, 6:30 p.m., K, research indicates that chil- 4, 5 Chets Creek Elementary Kernan Middle School, 1, 2 dren are more likely to have Abess Park Elementary School, Sept. 24, 6:30 p.m., K, Sept. 15, 6 p.m., All San Pablo Elementary a successful school year if the School, Sept. 24, 6:30 p.m., 1, 2, 4 Kernan Trail Elementary School, Sept. 10, 7:30 p.m., 3, parents are involved in their 2, 3 Chets Creek Elementary School, Sept. 10, 6 p.m., All children’s school. One way to Alimacani Elementary School, Oct. 1, 6:30 p.m., 1, 3, Landmark Middle School, 4, 5 ensure that is to make a connec- School, Sept. 3, 6 p.m., All 5 Sept. 10, 6:30 p.m., All Seabreeze Elementary tion with the school by attend- Atalntic Beach Elementary Joseph Finegan Elementary M a y p o r t E l e m e n t a r y School, Oct. 1, 7 p.m., All ing Open House. Duval schools have already �� begun their schedule of open houses. (See box.) 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THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 3 Milestones N a v y / M a r i n e C o r p s SERMC Mayport Reenlistment Commendation Medal ND1(DSW) Christopher Coreil, OSC(SW) Dave Barrett, USS PSC Joseph O’Malley, PSD SERMC Mayport Samuel B. Roberts FCCS(SW) Howard Parker, FC1(SW) Dennis Fairbanks, MC1 Heather Ewton, NS SERMC Mayport SERMC Mayport Mayport NDCS(DSW) Timothy Murray, GSM2(SW) Alan Pineiros, AM2 Curtis Giruad, NS SERMC Mayport SERMC Mayport N a v y / M a r i n e C o r p s Flag Letter Of Commendation Mayport Achievement Medal PS1 Cicely McDonald, PSD YN1 Sean Newton, USS Robert PS2 Carlo Palafox, PSD CPO Selectees G. Bradley ABH2 Zachary Cheatham, NS OSC(sel)(SW/AW) Pierre GSM3 Nathan Presley, USS Mayport Connor, USS Philippine Sea Robert G. Bradley PS3 Carlos Quiroz, PSD EMC(sel)(SW) Aaron Griffin, OS2 Eugene Holland, USS PS3 Shemika Gonzalez, PSD USS Philippine Sea Robert G. Bradley BM3 Keith Jackson, NS ITC(sel)(SW) Michael Laurie, CS3 Larry Beckett, USS Robert Mayport USS Philippine Sea G. Bradley BM3 Nicholas Rivera, NS FCC(sel) Demetrius Harris, Mayport USS Robert G. Bradley Retirement Good Conduct Award OSC(sel) Leonard Brown, USS EM1 Rodney Pina, USS Robert MA3 Mitchell Britt, NS Robert G. Bradley G. Bradley Mayport ITC(sel) Wymon Bonner, USS SKCS Calvin Henderson, USS EMCS(SW) Todd Crawford, Robert G. Bradley Robert G. Bradley Robert G. Bradley Embarks Navy League Riders -Photo by MC1 Heather Ewton By Lt.j.g. Rajiv Seth tunity to observe various underway operations to �� USS Robert G. Bradley PAO include deck landing qualifications by helicopter �� Two members of the Navy League, Ted squadrons based in Jacksonville, a gun shoot with �� Turowski and Ronald Gay embarked RGB for a RGB’s Close in Weapons System (CIWS) and the recent underway to the Jacksonville Operating �� 76-mm gun, a full power run, and man overboard Area. �� exercises and maneuvering. Turowski is the President of the St. Augustine �� “Everyone has been really helpful and very council, and Gay is a member of the Mayport �� council. nice about showing us what they do while being �� The two Navy supporters received the oppor- out at sea,” said Ted Turowski. �� The Sullivans From Page 1 �� “Heroes are not just the sions would have been success- Alcairo will always remember, �� people who get the Medal of ful. “his enthusiasm for tradition.” Honor. Heroes are the people “They aren’t my accomplish- Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class who do their job every day, ments, they are the crew’s. I’m John Mertz remembers that, “he just because it has to be done,” just lucky enough to be a part of never gave up on the ship. He Tillotson said. “I know the them,” Tillotson said. was always a presence.” things Sailors are capable of Whether tactical ship han- Fire Controlman 1st Class accomplishing. [Their desire] dling or coming alongside for Tayna Greene remembers, turns them into an incredible an underway replenishment, “he was always motivated for team that can accomplish any- Tillotson was a large part of Command PT!” thing through amazing odds.” The Sullivans accomplish- Enthusiasm, presence, and The crew has always been ments. He always provided the motivation are just three ways central to Tillotson’s thoughts. backbone for the crew to rely in which Tillotson has made Without their dedication and on in the tough situations. Fire a lasting impression on The work ethic, none of the mis- Controlman Second Class Jason Sullivans. .

4 THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 USS Farragut Trains Warfare Systems By MC2 Daniel Gay Naval Public Affairs Support Element East, Detachment Southeast Sailors aboard USS Farragut (DDG 99) are using innovative training initiatives to make sure they are ready to meet the challenges of a deployment. The training is part of a Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet initiative to prepare ships to deploy to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet and independent of a traditional strike group. Training includes respond- ing to a variety of different missions from Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations to launching Tomahawk missiles. “Normally we operate and train in a carrier strike group atmosphere, and we do traditional naval strike group operations,” said Cmdr. Philip Sobeck, commanding officer of Farragut. “Although, we are seeing more and more are situations that don’t need the capabilities of a whole strike group, but just one ship that can steam independently and control a situation.” For two days, the ship and her crew were presented with a myriad of challenges and training scenarios. They had to deal with a small boat attack that escalated from simple harassment to an active threat involving weapons. They participated in a VBSS boarding exercise. The ship also closed in on a simulated target boat as the crew fired rounds from their 5-inch gun to disable it. The target boat was targeted with .50 caliber machine gun fire and the training culminated with the launch of a Tomahawk missile from the Farragut’s forward missile deck. “It was flat out the whole time, we were con- -Photos by MC1 Leah Stiles ducting training on pretty much all of our weap- �� ons systems and exercising most of our warfare �� See Training, Page 5 ��

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Training From Page 4 �� areas at the same time,” said Fire Controlman ly changing atmosphere of theater security and �� 1st Class (SW) Philip White. “It has been a very counter-piracy operations, Sobeck added. busy schedule, but it was really good training.” “Thanks to the training I am learning new Some of Farragut’s more junior Sailors also got things that I didn’t learn in boot camp and I am involved. getting to put things I did learn in book camp into “It has been very hectic, but I feel it is prepar- practice,” said Lagos ing me in case we had a real situation or a real “We have been working with our air assets, casualty,” said Damage Controlman Fireman Erin practicing with the 5-inch gun, and also training Lagos, who has only been on Farragut for four on VBSS, and all these things will increase our months. effectiveness while deployed, especially if we are The training is designed to help the ship work working independently,” said White. in a non-traditional warfare environment where Sobeck said that the training is extremely use- Farragut may be part of a larger strike group - but ful because it helps his crew practice things they operating independently from that strike group, haven’t done and also lets them establish a set of said Sobeck. rules for all the possibilities. “You can’t imagine some of the things that “I really like the training, it is helping me ships have to deal with. Everyday it’s a different understand things I have only read in books,” said set of rules,” said Sobeck. “This training really Lagos. “It helps because you can’t really under- helps us establish a management position of how stand those things until you actually get a chance we are going to handle our ship in all those dif- to do them for yourself.” ferent constraints we might face.” Farragut is homeported at Naval Station The Sailors aboard Farragut are being trained Mayport, and is training for an upcoming deploy- �� to react to a situation and call upon basic skills ment to the U.S. 5th Fleet and U.S. 6th Fleet area �� they already know to deal with the constant- of operations. .

6 THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 FFSC Classes Geared To Military, Families From FFSC employment interviews and address specific areas of con- how to successfully compete The following classes and marketing themselves. If you cern such as nutrition, toilet in the civilian employment activities are offered by the are within a minimum of 180 training, etc. We even take arena; learning about resumes, Fleet and Family Support days of leaving the military field trips several times a year employment interviews and Center (FFSC) and are free Take Military see your career counselor for a to local parks, museums and marketing themselves. If you of charge. Pre-registration is quota for this highly successful playgrounds. This group is are within a minimum of 180 required and childcare is not program. designed for moms new to the days of leaving the military available. For more information Sept. 15, 9-11 a.m., area or moms who want their see your career counselor for a about the classes or to register Spouse 101 Parenting Class, FFSC child to interact with other quota for this highly successful call 270-6600, ext. 110. FFSC From FFSC Sept. 15, 9-11 a.m., Resume children their child’s age. All program. is located in Building One on Are you new to NS Mayport, the Navy or newly Walk-In Review Assistance, children age four and below are Sept. 30, 9 a.m.-noon, Massey Avenue. FFSC invited to attend. Tottletyme Playgroup, USO Aug. 27, 9-11:30 a.m., married? If so, then you are invited to attend the Sept. 15, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sept. 22, 9-11 a.m., Parents and children together Sponsor Training, FFSC Fleet and Family Support Center’s Military Spouse Leadership & Life Skills (E5 Parenting Class, FFSC meet to share parenting con- Sponsors play a critical role & E6), Building 460 Sept. 22, 9-11 a.m., Resume cerns, ideas, and fun! The in retaining newcomers and 101 on Monday, Sept. 14th from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 16, 8-11:30 a.m., Stress Walk-In Review Assistance, group invites professionals to increasing overall productivity Representatives from the following base services Management, Wellness Center FFSC address specific areas of con- and morale by making a new- Stress is a normal part of Sept. 23, 9 a.m.-noon, cern such as nutrition, toilet will present information and provide lots of handouts comer’s arrival at the command everyone’s life. It can be ener- Tottletyme Playgroup, USO training, etc. We even take easier. The Sponsor Program for your use: TRICARE, Branch Medical Clinic, gizing and a factor in motivat- Parents and children together field trips several times a year is designed to help facilitate ing us. But too much stress, meet to share parenting con- to local parks, museums and the relocation of Navy service Personnel Support Detachment, Navy College Office without relief, can have debil- cerns, ideas, and fun! The playgrounds. This group is members and their families cre- and Learning Center, Navy/Marine Corps Relief itating effects. This program group invites professionals to designed for moms new to the ating a link between the service is designed to provide partici- address specific areas of con- area or moms who want their member and their new com- Society, Red Cross, USO, MWR, Commissary, NEX, pants with an understanding of cern such as nutrition, toilet child to interact with other mand. The primary goal is to what stress is and how it affects training, etc. We even take Navy Federal Credit Union, and Base Security/Pass children their child’s age. All ease difficulty and reduce the them. It will also help partici- field trips several times a year children age four and below are apprehensions normally associ- and ID. pants begin to look at their own to local parks, museums and invited to attend. ated with a Permanent Change The Fleet and Family Support Center is located in lives and ways they currently playgrounds. This group is of Station (PCS) move. cope with stress. Participants designed for moms new to the Sept. 3, 9-11 a.m., Resume Building One on Massey Avenue, across the street will be challenged to develop area or moms who want their Walk-In Review Assistance, from the Post Office. Stop by to sign up for the class, behavior and lifestyle changes child to interact with other FFSC that will improve their ability to children their child’s age. All Sept. 3, noon-4 p.m., or call 904-270-6600 Ext. 1701. cope with stress. children age four and below are Leadership & Life Skills (E4 Sept. 17, 8-11 a.m., Anger invited to attend. & Below), Base Chapel Management, FFSC Sept. 24, 9-11 a.m., Resume Sept. 4, 9-11 a.m., Car S e p t . 11 , 9 - 11 a . m . , Sept. 14, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., What does anger do for you? Walk-In Review Assistance, Buying Tips, FFSC Establishing a Sound Family Military Spouse 101, FFSC Communicate for you? Keep FFSC Sept. 8, 9-11 a.m., Parenting Budget, FFSC The Fleet and Family Support people at a safe distance from Sept. 24, 9-11 a.m., Home Class, FFSC S e p t . 1 3 , 1 - 4 p . m . , Center offers this class to mili- you? Keep you in charge? For Buying Consideration, FFSC Sept. 8, 9-11 a.m., Resume Leadership & Life Skills (E7 tary spouses new to the area, many people, anger serves them S e p t . 2 8 , 6 - 7 p . m . , Walk-In Review Assistance, & Below), Building 460 and those new to the military many uses, but all too often, Ombudsman Assembly, USO FFSC Sept. 14-18, 7:30 a.m.-4 way of life. Guest speakers it is at a high cost…usually of Sept. 28, 9-11 a.m., Resume Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-noon, p.m., Command Financial from the military and civilian relationships, unhappiness in Walk-In Review Assistance, Tottletyme Playgroup, USO Specialist Training, Building communities will present useful the workplace, and a general FFSC Parents and children together 1355 information to help you have feeling of disdain. If you want Sept. 28, 8 a.m.-noon, FERP- meet to share parenting con- Sept. 14, 1-4 p.m., Expectant a pleasant tour here at Naval to be able to break out of the Career and Employment cerns, ideas, and fun! The Dad’s Class, USO Station Mayport. “get angry/get even” syndrome, Readiness Class, FFSC group invites professionals to This program is designed for Sept. 14-17, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., come to this class. Participants Sept. 28, 1-2:30 p.m., FERP- address specific areas of con- new Dads and Moms. The pro- TAP Retiree Workshop, learn how anger and judgment Federal Employment Class, cern such as nutrition, toilet gram will address, investigate, Building One Room 104 are related, about irrational FFSC training, etc. We even take and discuss issues facing fathers Designed for Military per- beliefs and faulty self-talk, what Sept. 28-31, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., field trips several times a year in today’s weird world. The sonnel within 180 -90 days of “E + R = O” means, and the TAP Separatee Workshop, to local parks, museums and attendees will look at being a leaving the military. The semi- roles of stress and forgiveness Building One Room 104 playgrounds. This group is father in the military, on care nar focuses on benefits for ser- in anger. Designed for Military per- designed for moms new to the of newborns and toddlers and vice members and their family Sept. 17, 9-11 a.m., Resume sonnel within 180 -90 days of area or moms who want their how to grow with your child members. Participants receive Walk-In Review Assistance, leaving the military. The semi- child to interact with other and become the Dad you real- help in translating their mili- FFSC nar focuses on benefits for ser- children their child’s age. All ly want to be. The program tary acquired skills into civil- Sept. 18, 9 a.m.-noon, vice members and their family children age four and below are will increase the participant’s ian language and are exposed Tottletyme Playgroup, USO members. Participants receive invited to attend. knowledge about child develop- to the civilian job market and Parents and children together help in translating their mili- Sept. 10, 9-11 a.m., Resume ment and will also address rela- how to successfully compete meet to share parenting con- tary acquired skills into civil- Walk-In Review Assistance, tionship changes that accom- in the civilian employment cerns, ideas, and fun! The ian language and are exposed FFSC pany the birth of a child. arena; learning about resumes, group invites professionals to to the civilian job market and .

THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 7 alendar

Karaoke on, at the Branch The public is alwaysC invited to T h e F l e e t R e s e r v e contestanda children’s play The U.S. Coast Guard On Base Home, 390 Mayport Rd. dinner. Happy hour precedes Association, Branch 290, area. All proceeds benefit the Auxiliary Flotilla 14-04 as Featured will be host Doug the dinner from 4-6 p.m., all invites you to play Bingo on, at Springfield Animal Care & a public service is offering a Wednesday, Sept. 16 Bracey, from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. The drinks are 50¢ off. After din- the Branch Home, 390 Mayport Rescue Club, a non-profit orga- Safe Boating Program at the Mayport Military MOPS bar will be open for drinks and ner, enjoy the music of Doug Rd. Games start at 6 p.m. and nization dedicated to rescuing Captain’s Club located at 13363 (Mothers of Preschoolers) snacks. Bracey from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. are usually finished by 8 p.m. and rehabilitating abandoned Beach Blvd., between Hodges Invites all moms of children Monday, Sept. 7 Sunday, Sept. 13 Snacks will be available for a animals in the historic neigh- and Kernan. The program starts ages 0-5 to join us for “Life on In honor of Labor Day, The Join a Park Ranger at 10 small donation. borhood. Admission is free. at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. Planet Mom” beginning Sept. Fleet Reserve Association, a.m.for a leisurely paced hike Thursday, Sept. 17 T h e J a c k s o n v i l l e The program meets Florida 2. MOPS meets every first and Branch 290, will host a Holiday to discover the island‚ natural A class will be offered by Huntington’s Disease fifth State requirement for a Boaters third Wednesday at the Mayport Cookout and Party from 2-6 communities. Participants are University of Florida special- annual Team Hope Walk-a- Safety Card and costs $25 Base Chapel 9:15-11:30am. p.m. at the Branch Home, 390 encouraged to bring bug spray ists from 6:30-8:45 p.m. The thon will be held at 9 a.m. at Ed Free Childcare! No fees. Come Mayport Rd. Hamburgers and and bottled water. This program program topics will include a Austin Regional Park, 11751 including materials. Most insur- see what it’s all about! For more Hot Dogs will be served. A will take place at the Ribault pasture weed identification and McCormick Road, Jacksonville. ance companies offer discounts info visit: www.myspace.com/ donation will be accepted for Club on Fort George Island control, hay quality, fly and Registration begins at 8 a.m. to program graduates. Contact mayportmops meals. There will be live enter- Cultural State Park. No reser- pest control for horses. The For more information, call Tina Mike at (904)-502-9154 for tainment from noon-4 p.m. In vations are necessary and the program is free of charge and Hellum at 629-4448. more information or to register. Out in Town the evening, enjoy the music program is free. a meal will be served at 6:30 Sunday, Sept. 20 Log onto our website at www. of Bill Bissonett from 8 p.m.-1 Join the Fleet Reserve pm. The class will be held at Join a park ranger at 2 p.m. uscgajaxbeach.com Thursday, Sept. 3 a.m. Please note: there will be Association as they cheer on the the Florida Horse Ranch at for an intriguing presentation Join a park ranger at 10 a.m. T h e F l e e t R e s e r v e no bingo this evening. Jaguars against the Indianapolis 9330 Ford Road in Bryceville. and gain insight into the spider‚ for an introduction to the basics Colts. Game time is 1 p.m.. Association Branch 290 will Wednesday, Sept. 9 Pre-registration is required for world. The program will take of hiking. Weather, wildlife T h e F l e e t R e s e r v e The bar will be open for Happy hold their monthly General dinner. To register please call place at pavilion one on Little tracking, trail safety and proper Assembly meeting at 8 p.m. at Association, Branch 290, Hour during the game – all Becky Davidson at 387-8850 or Talbot Island. No reservations drinks will be 50¢ off. gear will all be discussed. This the Branch Home, 390 Mayport invites you to participate in [email protected] are necessary and the program Monday, Sept. 14 program will take place at the Rd. All members and pro- its “Wings-N-Things” from Saturday, Sept. 19 is free with regular park admis- Duval Extension is hosting Ribault Club on Fort George spective members are invited 5-8 p.m., at the Branch Home, Join the Springfield Animal sion. 390 Mayport Rd. Snacks a Fall Gardening Workshop Island Cultural State Park. No to attend. The Fleet Reserve Care & Rescue Club for the Sunday, Sept. 27 will be available for a dona- from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at reservations are necessary and Association is a world wide vet- fourth annual Dog Days in the Join a park ranger at 2 p.m. to tion of $1.50 to $5. Then stay the Mandarin Garden Club, the program is free. eran’s organization that repre- Park 2009 presented by Pet learn about the many common and enjoy the music of Doug 2892 Loretto Rd. Come learn Sunday, Oct. 11 sents nearly 165,000 active duty Supermarket from 11 a.m.-5 species that inhabit the natural Bracey from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. about plant propagation basics, and retired Navy, Marine Corps p.m. in Confederate Park (the communities of the undevel- Join a park ranger at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11 container gardening, and tips and Coast Guard members. The city’s new off-leash dog park). oped barrier islands of northeast for a discussion on the differ- FRA Branch 290 is called the Come join the Fleet Reserve on growing citrus. The cost is ent types of shark teeth that can Association for a night of $10. Call 387-8850 to pre-regis- Adoptable animals from local Florida. The program will take “active duty Branch” because rescue groups will showcase place at pavilion one on Little be found on the area’s beaches. of the number of active duty Karaoke at the Branch Home, ter. Please mail payment to Fall The program will take place at Gardening Workshop, 1010 N pets in Petco’s Rescue Row. Talbot Island. No reservations members. If you have served 390 Mayport Rd. Featured will pavilion one on Little Talbot be host Doug Braceye, from McDuff Ave. Jacksonville, Fl The event also features live are necessary and the program in any of the maritime services Island. No reservations are nec- 9 p.m.-1 a.m. The bar will be 32254. Make check payable to entertainment (including the is free with regular park admis- – Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Disc-Connected K9’s), food, sion. essary and the program is free Guard - no matter how long, open for drinks and snacks. DCOHAC. drink,a silent auction, costume Saturday, Oct. 3 with regular park admission. stop by the Branch Home, 390 Saturday, Sept. 12 Mayport Road, Atlantic Beach, The U.S. Coast Guard FL or call 246-6855. New Auxiliary Flotilla 14-04 as members are always welcome. a public service is offering a Friday, Sept. 4 Safe Boating Program at the Come join the Fleet Reserve Captain’s Club located at 13363 Association for a night of Beach Blvd., between Hodges Karaoke on, at the Branch and Kernan. The program starts Home, 390 Mayport Rd. at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. Featured will be host Doug The program meets Florida Bracey, from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. The State requirement for a Boaters bar will be open for drinks and Safety Card and costs $25 snacks. including materials. Most insur- Saturday, Sept. 5 ance companies offer discounts Join a park ranger at 2 to program graduates. Contact p.m. and learn about the life- Mike at (904)-502-9154 for cycle of the sea turtle and the more information or to register. importance of these creatures. Log onto our website at www. The program will take place at uscgajaxbeach.com pavilion two on Little Talbot T h e F l e e t R e s e r v e Island. No reservations are nec- Association Branch 290 is host- essary and the program is free ing Mexican Dinner on from with regular park admission. 5-8 p.m., at the Branch Home at Come join the Fleet Reserve 390 Mayport Rd. A donation of Association for a night of $8 is requested for each dinner. Carry out orders are accepted. .

8 THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 MWR Sports/Fitness Sports 7 a.m., TRX with Ruthie and Flexibility and Stress 11:30 a.m., IA Training Wednesday Base Pool is as follows: A Dusk to Dawn one-day soft- Emily Management The new Gym schedule is as 7 a.m., Cardio, Combat and Monday ball tournament will be held 10:30 a.m., Broken Hearts 10:30 a.m., Broken Hearts follows: CORE Sept. 4 starting at 6 p.m. until 11:30 a.m., Step n Kick 11:30 a.m., Zumba Monday 11:30 a.m., Row-bics 9 a.m., Aqua Aerobics dawn. 1 p.m., Moms in Motion 1 p.m., Moms in Motion 6:30 a.m., Weight Training 2:30 p.m., Victory PRT Wednesday Fitness 4:30 p.m., Zumba 5:30 p.m., Kids Clinic for Warfighters Thursday A new fitness schedule for Tuesday 5:30 p.m., Kickboxing 11:30 a.m., Circuit Senations 7 a.m., Command Jump and 9 a.m., Aqua Aerobics (Regular Sufside and the Gym is in 7 a.m., IA Training Thursday 2:30 p.m., Command Row- Jab effect. Water Aerobics 9:30 a.m. Lo Impact 11:30 a.m., Mind, Body bics Tuesday 11:30 a.m., Spinning & Deep Water) schedule has also been 11:30 a.m., Lunch Crunch (Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi) 6:30 a.m., Command Cardio Friday Thursday added for the summer sea- 1 p.m., Strength Solutions & 1 p.m., Strength Solutions & Pump 6 : 3 0 a . m . , C o m m a n d son. The new Surfside Flexibility Fix-uups Flexibility Fix-ups 11:30 a.m., Resistance Spinning with Ruthie 9 a.m., Aqua Aerobics 11:30 a.m., Strength Training Fitness schedule is as fol- 3 p.m., TRX 2:30 p.m., Command Yoga 3 p.m., Conditioning for Friday lows: Wednesday Friday Running with LaPlace Basics for Women with Traci Monday 6:30 a.m., Functional 7 a.m., Beach Bootcamp 4:30 p.m., Spinning Water Aerobics schedule for the 9 a.m., Aqua Therapy Sand Between The Toes

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THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 9 Happenings

Sept. 3: CPO Social Hour (Mug 12 a.m. at Castaway’s Lounge. All shoes, spaghetti dinner, music videos, mation, call AWRC Jon Abell at 850- ite professional football team with Night and Homemade Salsa Hands welcome. (Free) 270-7788 light show and colored headpin bowl- 748-5941. DIRECTV’s NFL Sunday Ticket at Contest). 3-7 p.m. at Foc’sle CPO Sept. 4: Outdoor Movie (The Lion, ing for prizes. 270-5377 Sept. 10: Twilight Mixed Bowling Club with free hors d’oeuvres 4-6 the Witch and the Wardrobe, PG). Sept. 7: Bowling Labor Day League Begins. For adults only Castaway’s Lounge. (Free) 270-7205 p.m., drink specials and all-you-can- New September start time is 8:30 p.m. Special. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Mayport Thursdays at 7:15 p.m. Sign up at Sept. 15: 5K Poker Fun Run, 3K drink soft drinks for only $1. Thursday every Friday at Sea Otter Pavilion. Bowling Center. Two hours of bowl- Mayport Bowling Center. 270-5377 night is reserved for active and retired Light refreshments available for pur- ing, shoe rental, hotdog, chips and Sept. 11: Outdoor Movie (Prince Walk and Stroller Strut. 8 a.m. start Chief Petty Officers and their guests. chase. Bring your lawn chairs or blan- soda for only $7 per person. 270-5377 Caspian, PG). New September start in front of the Gym (Free). 270-5451 For contest information, call AWRC kets and bug spray, just in case. (Free) Sept. 8: All Khaki Wings and time is 8:30 p.m. every Friday at Sea Sept. 16: Intramural Golf Begins. Jon Abell at 850-748-5941. 270-5228 Trivia Night. 3-7 p.m. at Foc’sle CPO Otter Pavilion. Light refreshments Sept. 3: College Football Begins. Sept. 6: Bowling Family Fun Club with 35-cent wings, drink spe- available for purchase. Bring your 12 p.m. every Wednesday at Windy Watch your favorite college team with Night. New back-to-school time is cials and all-you-can-drink soft drinks lawn chairs or blankets and bug spray, Harbor Golf Club. Cost is $17 per DIRECTV’s ESPN Game Plan at 4-7 p.m. every Sunday at Mayport for $1. All Khakis welcome (Chief just in case. (Free) 270-5228 Castaway’s Lounge. (Free) 270-7205 Bowling Center. Cost is $9 per person Petty Officers, Officers and their Sept. 13: Regular Season NFL week. Sign up at Windy Harbor. 270- Sept. 3: Karaoke Night. 8:30 p.m.- and includes All-You-Can Bowl with guests). For CPO Club activity infor- Football Begins. Watch you favor- 5380 Liberty Call The following activities tar- Barracks Bldg. 2105. (Free) Sept. 15: Dinner and a get single or unaccompanied Sept. 8: Karate Demo. 6-7 Movie. Pizza served at Planet Sailors. For more information, p.m. at Planet Mayport. Find Mayport at 4 p.m. prior to call 270-7788/89 or stop by out more about our upcoming departing for the theatre. Cost Planet Mayport Single Sailor karate class starting Sept. 22. is only $2. Center and pick up the monthly Sept. 9: Pool Tournament Sept. 17: Comedy Zone Trip activity calendar with a com- Wednesday. Pool tournaments (David Alan). Trip departs at plete listing of all upcoming at 6 p.m. every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. from Planet Mayport. Liberty events. Planet Mayport. (Free) Cost is $10. Sept. 3: Karaoke Thursday. Sept. 10: Fall Barracks Sept. 18-20: Universal 8:30 p.m.-12 a.m. every Bash. 4-7:30 p.m. at the Orlando Trip. Call Planet Thursday at Castaway’s Barracks Quad (behind Bldg. Mayport for various pricing Lounge. (Free) 1586 and 1587). Food, fun and Sept. 4-6: Football Fanatics music. (Free) options. Trip departs at 5 p.m. Weekend. Food, trivia and Sept. 12: Rock Gym Trip. Friday and returns Sunday. Pre- prizes at Castaway’s Lounge Trip departs Planet Mayport at registration required. during game time. Showing 10 a.m. (Free) S e p t . 1 9 : U F C 1 0 3 DIRECTV’s ESPN Game Plan Sept. 14: Barracks Break (Franklin vs. Belfort). 10 p.m. and NFL Sunday Ticket (Free) In. Pizza and a movie start- in the Main Hall at Beachside Sept. 7: Barracks Break In. ing at 6 p.m. in the downstairs Community Center. Live pay- Pizza and a movie starting at 6 lobby of Barracks Bldg. 2105. per-view event open to All p.m. in the downstairs lobby of (Free) Hands. (Free) Kid Zone Sept. 4: Outdoor Movie (The Lion, the Witch 10 a.m. starting Sept. 12. 270-5377 or 223-5935 (ask and the Wardrobe, PG). New September start for Beth) time is 8:30 p.m. every Friday at Sea Otter Pavilion. Sept. 6: Bowling Family Fun Night. New back- Light refreshments available for purchase. Bring to-school time is 4-7 p.m. every Sunday at Mayport your lawn chairs or blankets and bug spray, just in Bowling Center. Cost is $9 per person and includes case. (Free) 270-5228 Sept. 4: Freedom Friday, Movie Night. 7-11 All-You-Can Bowl with shoes, spaghetti dinner, p.m. at the Youth Activities Center for elemen- music videos, light show and colored headpin bowl- tary ages. Cost is $7 in advance or $9 the day of, ing for prizes. 270-5377 if space. Early registration strongly recommended. Sept. 7: Bowling Labor Day Special. 11 a.m.- 270-5680 5 p.m. at Mayport Bowling Center. Two hours of Sept. 4: Teen Center Extended Hours, Movie bowling, shoe rental, hotdog, chips and soda for Night. 7-10 p.m. at Club Teen for middle and high only $7 per person. 270-5377 school ages. Popcorn and drinks included. (Free) Sept. 11: Outdoor Movie (Prince Caspian, PG). 270-5680 or 246-0347 Sept. 5: Youth Fall Bowling Early New September start time is 8:30 p.m. every Friday Registration. Register 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Mayport at Sea Otter Pavilion. Light refreshments available Bowling Center for USBC Fall Youth Bowling for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets League (ages 3 and up). League meets Saturdays at and bug spray, just in case. (Free) 270-5228 .

10 THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 HSL-42 Intercepts Over Ton Of Cocaine From Commander, U.S. 4th Fleet Public Affairs three suspected narcotics smugglers and the large South (JIATF-S) were instrumental to the suc- Strategy by conducting Theater Security th Units assigned to U.S. 4 Fleet and the U.S. cargo of cocaine with an estimated inport value cessful interdiction of narcotics. Cooperation (TSC) events, such as Community Coast Guard intercepted a high-speed “go-fast” of $22 million. Carr, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is currently vessel carrying more than one ton of cocaine A search of the vessel revealed more than 45 deployed in the Caribbean under the operation Relation (COMREL) projects, throughout Latin Aug. 18. bales of cocaine, which was seized by U.S. Coast control of U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command America. The combined team of USS Carr (FFG 52), Guard Law Enforcement Detachment (LEDET) (NAVSO) and U.S. 4th Fleet, conducting coun- For more information on Carr, go to http:// with embarked Helicopter Anti-Submarine 409 as evidence in preparation for criminal pros- ter illicit trafficking operations in support of www.carr.navy.mil/. Squadron (Light) (HSL) 42 Det 8, and patrolling ecution. JIATF-S, U.S. Law Enforcement, and the U.S. the Caribbean Sea when they intercepted a fish- The coordinated actions of the U.S. Navy, U.S. and participating nations’ drug control policy. For more information on NAVSO/ 4th Fleet, go ing vessel in the middle of the night, capturing Coast Guard, and Joint Interagency Task Force- Carr is also supporting the U.S. Maritime to http://www.cusns.navy.mil. Proud Warriors Play Host To Army Blackhawks By Lt. Dan “DK” Kuratko near-continuous orbit and land- little racks, but I told them HSL-42 Det 8 ing pattern, aircrews, chock- once you got used to the small Helicopter Antisubmarine and-chainmen, landing signal space, it was just like home,” S q u a d r o n ( L i g h t ) 4 2 enlisted, and refueling person- joked Jones, HSL-42 Det 8’s Detachment Eight (HSL-42 Det nel buzzed about the flight deck Maintenance Officer. “They’ll 8), “Prestige Worldwide”, par- with poise and professionalism probably think about it and ticipated in cross-forces training for over five hours. laugh when they get home with USS Carr (FFG 52) and The Carr crew played host, tonight.” the UH-60L ‘Warriors’ of the welcoming non-flying aircrews T h e m e n o f H S L - 4 2 U.S. Army’s 1-228th Aviation into its Wardroom for a noon Regiment, Alpha Company meal and a chance to unwind Detachment 8 are scheduled to (Talons) and U.S. Army Air from the flight operations. Lt. return home to Naval Station Ambulance Detachment Jared “Slab” Slabicki played Mayport in October 2009. (USAAD). tour guide for his fellow avia- Carr, homeported in Norfolk, Carr is currently deployed to tors. “It’s a great opportunity Va., is currently deployed in the the U.S. Southern Command to see how they [Army pilots] Caribbean under the operation (SOUTHCOM) area of focus operate around the ship, and we control of U.S. Naval Forces (AOF) for counter illicit traf- were able to talk about the finer Southern Command (NAVSO) ficking (CIT) effort, offered an -Photo courtesy of HSL-42 points of landing on the Frigate and U.S. 4th Fleet, conducting able hand and their flight deck �� as well as helicopter operations counter illicit trafficking oper- to 15 U.S. Army pilots and 10 in general.” �� ations in support of JIATF-S, crewmen as part of their annual In a time-honored tradition U.S. Law Enforcement, and the Deck Landing Qualifications Capt. Elizabeth Eaton-Ferenzi commented, “The opportuni- SOUTHCOM AOF.” between aviators, embarked U.S. and participating nations’ (DLQ). (USA), traveled overland to ty to fly out and operate with The Sailors of HSL-42 Det pilots of HSL-42 Det 8 drug control policy. The U.S. Army 1-228th is cur- Belize, Honduras where they U.S. Navy ships is one that we 8 confirmed their reputation as exchanged flight suit patches rently based in Soto, Honduras staged for less than 24 hours in wouldn’t miss. DLQ’s afford us the premier maintenance and with the pilots of the 1-228th Carr is also supporting the and supports Humanitarian preparation to support the Joint [the 1-228th Aviation Regiment] plane-handling team in the Alpha Detachment. As part U.S. Maritime Strategy by Assistance/Disaster Relief (HA/ Helicopter evolutions between the certification required to fly community, executing 72 flaw- of his tour, Lt. Dan “Dragon” conducting Theater Security DR), Air Ambulance and CIT U.S. Army and U.S. Navy logistics or Medical Evacuation less deck landings and takeoffs Jones showed off the state- Cooperation (TSC) events, operations. The two UH-60L teams. flights whenever needed and without incident. While two rooms aboard Carr to the Army such as Community Relation th Blackhawks hosted by Carr The 1-228 Operations the qualification enhances our UH-60L Blackhawks from the guests. “They were amazed at (COMREL) projects, through- and led by Officer-In-Charge, Officer, Maj. Spencer Anderson support to the mission in the Talons and USAAD sustained a how I was able to fit in those out Latin America. .

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From USS Doyle Public Affairs Damage Control SMEE events The guided-missile frigate in other ports with foreign mil- USS Doyle (FFG 39) arrived itaries, there is always some- in Santa Marta for a port visit thing new and interesting to Aug. 23-26 as part of Southern learn,” said Doyle’s Damage Seas 2009. Control Assistant, Lt. j. g. While in port, Doyle’s crew Geoffrey Hensley. “Every mili- accomplished a full sched- tary does something different- ule, incorporating Subject ly and it’s a great way to train -Photos by MC3 Patrick Grieco Matter Expert Exchanges the crew in Damage Control. �� with Colombian Military, a The Colombian military were �� Community Relations Project, excited to see how we train �� a Project Handclasp delivery, a our teams in pipe patching and �� Distinguished Visitor luncheon, fire safety. All in all, this was and two sports events with the another success.” Colegio Nicolas Buenaventura lets to the director of the school, impressions we make as visitors Americans. Colombian military. Along with the SMEE’s Sede Chimila II. The COMREL Mrs. Fara Oliveya. to their country will benefit us Doyle is on a six-month Upon mooring in Santa throughout the day, Doyle’s involved Doyle’s crew offload- Twenty five Doyle volun- in the long run. Not only was deployment to Latin America Marta, Doyle began its schedule crew and members of the ing five Project Handclasp pal- teers and 15 Colombian mili- the project gratifying to accom- and the Caribbean as part of of events by conducting training Colombian military participated lets to present to the school and tary participants then proceeded plish, it also contributes to mak- with the Colombian Navy. in soccer and volleyball games. repainting the school building. to spend the day repainting the ing lasting friendships with the Southern Seas 2009 in support B o t h D a m a g e C o n t r o l “This was a great way to end The Project Handclasp pallets walls of the nine-classroom host country.” of U.S. Southern Command Subject Mater Expert Exchange a day of MIL to MIL (military- consisted of various medical school building. While the Following the COMREL (SOUTHCOM)’s Partnership of (SMEE) and Visit Board Search to-military) operations, by play- and hygiene materials, as well newly painted walls dried, the project, Doyle crew members the Americas maritime strategy. and Seizure (VBSS) SMEE ing a couple of games and real- as toys to distribute to the small crew spent the afternoon play- visited the memorial of Simon Southern Seas focuses on were conducted on the ship, ly being able to interact with the school which housed about 600 ing games with the students. Bolivar, who liberated most working with partner nations enabling both militaries to inte- Colombians,” said Doyle offi- students. “This really makes such an of South America from the in the region conducting exer- grate new ideas to procedures cer Ensign Heather Golightly. After a presentation from impact on the community and Spanish. A tour of the church and allow for Colombians and The main event during the school children to the most importantly the kids,” said where he passed away and a cises, military-to-military Americans to see new tech- Doyle’s visit in Columbia COMREL volunteers, Doyle’s Religious Programs Specialist view of the monument enabled engagements, and theater secu- niques. was the Community Relations Executive Officer, Lt. Cmdr. 3rd Class Jeffrey McMurray. the crew to see an important rity cooperation engagements to “Although we’ve done (COMREL) project at the Corey Blaser presented the pal- “For future generations, the historical site for many South enhance interoperability. .

12 THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 Doyle, Colombian Military Serve Community By MC2(SW) Patrick “We are very happy and to pull into a foreign port and the United States to return. Grieco grateful because these improve- help better someone’s life,” said “You are always welcome Destroyer Squadron 40 Public Affairs ments were necessary in order Hawthorne. “We are out here here,” said Olibella. Sailors from the guided-mis- to create a better learning envi- to build friendships after all. Doyle is on a six-month sile frigate USS Doyle (FFG ronment for the children,” said I think putting the Colombian 39) and Destroyer Squadron 40 Sarah Olibella, the school’s Army and Coast Guard together deployment to Latin America and members of the Colombian principal. with the United States Navy for and the Caribbean as part of military conducted a multi- “The children needed some a major event is really reward- Southern Seas 2009 (SS09), national community relations assistance,” said Operations ing.” in support of U.S. Southern (COMREL) project at the Specialist 2nd Class Gavin Olibella said the Sailors and Command’s Partnership of the Buena Aventura school in Santa Hawthorne of Doyle’s Colombian service members Americas maritime strategy. Marta, Colombia, Aug. 25. Operations Department. “They are examples of a stronger bond SS09 focuses on working with Members of the Colombian might not have the sufficient between the United States and Army and Coast Guard assist- manpower to help improve their Colombia. partner nations in the region ed Doyle Sailors with repaint- school, so we volunteered to “I feel extremely excited and conducting exercises, mili- ing the school’s nine different work with the Colombian mili- grateful because it shows a last- tary to military engagements classrooms, as well as offload- tary to come out here and help ing relationship between our and theater security coopera- ing medical supplies and toys them.” two countries,” said Olibella. tion engagements to enhance provided by Project Handclasp Hawthorne said the event “This was also very conve- interoperability. The SS09 -Photo MC3 Patrick Grieco donations. was his first COMREL, and nient to make it easier for us deployment includes Doyle, Project Handclasp is a Chief he found it very rewarding. He to strengthen these relations �� of Naval Operations program said helping to better the lives between Colombia and the USS Kauffman and USS Ford. �� that allows non-governmental of children makes him feel bet- United States.” SS09 is executed by Destroyer �� organizations to donate supplies ter inside. Olibella said the school and Squadron 40 as Commander for delivery by the U.S. Navy. “It’s always a good thing its staff graciously welcomed Task Group 40.0.

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THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 13 DoD Use New Media To Hear From Troops, Public By Donna Miles Secretary” section. what the military is doing for wounded warriors for public affairs, said taking advantage of new American Forces Press Service Anyone visiting http://www.defense.gov - mili- and families, the new Post-9/11 GI Bill or another media tools will enable Pentagon leaders to Got questions you’d like to pose directly to the tary members, American citizens, people overseas topic of interest - by visiting http://www.youtube. engage in an important two-way conversation defense secretary or chairman of the Joint Chiefs - can submit a question to Gates. Questions will com/dodvclips. with the public. of Staff? Now is your chance! be accepted for two weeks, then participants in “The chairman really wants to have a conver- “We do live in a democracy, and that feedback Robert M. Gates and Navy Adm. Mike Mullen the town hall will have another two weeks to vote sation with the troops akin to the way he does from people is important to know what they’re have launched interactive, virtual town hall ses- on the questions submitted. The secretary will all-hands calls at bases all over the world,” Navy thinking, what they believe is important,” he sions through the Internet. answer the five to 10 questions that top the list. Capt. John Kirby, Mullen’s public affairs officer, said. “It’s their national security policy, it’s not The initiatives are part of a broad administra- Meanwhile, Mullen launched an “Ask the told American Forces Press Service. “He wanted tion effort to connect more closely with the mili- Chairman” venue Aug. 18 that enables anyone to that conversation to be as interactive as possible ours. It’s theirs. The president was elected, and he tary, the American public and people overseas. pose a question to him via YouTube. The virtual and reflective of what is on their minds.” appointed people here at the Defense Department The goal, officials explained, is to provide a town hall is open to everyone, whether they’re Aug. 31 is the deadline to submit video ques- to lead, but it starts with the American people.” forum for people to ask questions or offer sugges- in the military or a military family or simply care tions. After the deadline, Mullen will watch The White House is planning a similar interac- tions or insights and get direct feedback. The new about military issues, officials said. questions submitted by YouTube viewers, then tive venue for President Barack Obama to take Defense Department home page that went live Viewers can ask questions about whatever is respond in a podcast, officials said. Price Floyd, questions directly from U.S. troops deployed in this week features a prominently placed “Ask the on their minds - the wars in Afghanistan or Iraq, principal deputy assistant secretary of defense the U.S. Central Command area of operations. IA Web site Relaunched By MCC (SW/AW) more information and links to reach out to and interact with Sonya Ansarov to the website for IA Sailors, IA Sailors and their families. U.S. Fleet Forces Public Affairs Office their families, commands, “The goal of the website is U.S. Fleet Forces Command and employers, keeping with (USFF), the Executive Agent USFF’s goal to streamline and to be the one-stop shop for all for the Individual Augmentee standardize oversight of all IA things IA,” said Perlewitz. “IA (IA) Continuum, re-launched an support programs and processes Sailors, their families and the updated and more comprehen- Navywide. sive version of the Navy’s IA “We’re very excited to pres- Command IA Coordinators will website Aug. 27. ent these resources in new find this website very helpful The website, www.ia.navy. and innovative ways,” said throughout the IA continuum mil, provides direct commu- Kate Perlewitz, USFF direc- process.” nication and resources to IAs, tor, Strategic Plans & Fleet families and commands before, Personnel Transformation. “IA The IA Continuum is a four- during and after IA tours. Sailors and their families are step process involving pre- “We take very seriously our an integral part of the Navy deployment, training, deploy- commitment to make the IA and mission success in current ment and redeployment or experience a positive one for conflicts. We’re doing our best our Sailors who take on that to ensure that they receive the demobilization. With more than challenge,” said Adm. John C. continuous, comprehensive sup- 79,000 Sailors who have served Harvey, Jr., commander, USFF. port they need to succeed.” as IAs since 2002, it’s impera- “Sailors may be deploying out- The redesigned website con- tive to continually provide the side the familiar Navy lifelines, tains sections for Sailors, fami- but remain a Sailor first, and lies, commands, and employers most up-to-date information. we are dedicated to keeping the of Reservists with content spe- For more information go to lines of communication open cifically tailored for each group. www.ia.navy.mil. Follow IA with them, their families, and Additionally, the site provides news at www.facebook.com/ Navy commands throughout links to Navy IA pages on two this process.” social media sites, Facebook and Navy IA Twitter page at USFF redesigned and added and Twitter, allowing the Navy http://twitter.com/Navy_IA. .

14 THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 Girl Scouts Learn Navy Life On USS Hue City By Lt.j.g. Monica Iannacone USS Hue City Navigator “Request permission to come onboard,” each Girl Scout con- fidently said as she boarded USS Hue City. On Aug. 21, 11 Girl Scouts and 4 Troop Leaders from Jacksonville Beach’s Cadette Troop 207 arrived onboard USS Hue City (CG 66) for an in-depth ship tour and overnight visit. These young and ambitious Girl Scouts, led by Girl Scout Troop Leaders Sara Russo, Sherry Chaney, Donnie Chaney, �� and Betty Anderson, spent a day �� learning about USS Hue City’s �� capabilities, weapons, mission, and Sailors. “We are all very excited and the girls are extremely excited about your ship! Some of the girls have even Googled USS Hue City to read up on the ship’s history,” said Troop -Photos courtesy of USS Hue City Leader Sara Russo about their �� overnight tour. “I think this experience will be life chang- �� ingfor our Cadettes, and from After meeting in the ship’s Combat Information Center, Sailors communicate with their this experience some may Wa r d r o o m a n d a s k i n g 5-inch guns, Helo Hangar, and families and with other ships choose the Navy as their Commanding Officer, Captain Wardroom. during deployment. career.” A.W. Swain, several questions On the bridge, the Girl While on board USS Hue The girls are already planning about his 25 years in the U.S. Scouts learned about the use City, the Girl Scouts also for college and their possible Navy, the Girl Scouts, rang- of flags, reviewed the Mayport honored retired U.S. Navy opportunities in the Navy. One ing in age from 9-13, toured Chart, observed the Voyage Command Master Chief Leland of the girls, Julia Russo, aspires USS Hue City. The duty sec- Management System for elec- Anderson, who passed away on �� to be a Medical Officer in the tion, including Ensign Andrew tronic charts, drove the helm, Aug. 3, 2009, with a flag cer- �� U.S. Navy. Broyles, Ensign Chris Waltz, and sat in the CO’s chairs. emony. “I want to be a Plastic Fire Controlman 2 nd Class Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Anderson’s granddaughters, memory of him and then pre- following the flag ceremony. Surgeon to help children with Casey Grooms, and Sonar Eric Santiago explained anchor- (Girl Scouts Rose Agresta, sented the flag to their grand- Overall, the Girl Scouts had physical deformities,” she said Technician Surface 3rd Class ing to the girls and Information Mary Agresta, and Hannah mother, Betty Anderson. an amazing experience onboard while eating breakfast in the Nicole Fattendean, conducted Systems Technician 1st Class Ptaszynski) performed evening “This means more to me then Hue City during their overnight Wardroom. an in-depth tour of the Bridge, Willie Self explained how the colors with an American flag in you will ever know,” she said visit and tour. Hue City Hosts Blood Drive USS Hue City Celebrates Women Equality By FCC(select) Jennifer Birt USS Hue City USS Hue City celebrated Women’s Equality Day on Aug. 26 with a com- memoration on the Mess Decks. In 1971, Congress approved the day as a national observance to commem- orate the passage of the 19th amendment giving women the right to vote. The 19th amendment was ratified by the States in 1920, 72 years after the fight began to gain the right to vote for women. The U.S. was the 17th country to allow women to vote. Three states, Kansas, Oregon, and Arizona had already allowed women to vote in state elections for many years before they -Photo courtesy of USS Hue City were granted the right to vote in federal �� elections. The day also brings light to -Photo courtesy of USS Hue City �� the struggle women still face in achiev- �� ing equal rights and treatment. By FC3 Benjamin Diller “Hue City did really well USS Hue City this time; in fact it was the best USS Hue City hosted an she’s ever had.” said Chief Armed Service Blood Program Hospital Corpsman Edward Blood Drive on Aug. 27 in con- Lennon. junction with the Army person- There were no problems or nel of the Georgia Bloodline. incidents, and overall the opera- “It was a troops supporting tion went as smooth as planned. troops…this is free blood for I personally look forward to service members” said Sergeant donating blood more regularly (SGT) Shwitzenhower. 182 knowing the fact that I could be units of blood were obtained, helping service members over with 120 donated by USS Hue in Afghanistan and the Middle City. East. .

THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 15 Sailors’ Online Records Key For GI Bill Transfer By Pam Warnken benefits to a spouse or children, with the Office of Naval Navy Personnel Command Public with some or all benefits allo- Intelligence unit in Millington, Affairs cated to those named. In addi- Tenn., cracked the code and is With the gate opening Aug. tion to the ESR, the Defense drawing nearly $10,000 for her 1 for eligible Sailors to transfer Eligibility Enrollment System daughter. their GI Bill benefits to spouses (DEERS) is used to validate a “My daughter is attending or children, the Navy has pro- Sailor’s eligibility to transfer. Mississippi State University. cessed about 7,500 applications Family members must be in Seventy percent of her entire with priority given to family DEERS and eligible for ben- tuition and fees of nearly members attending college this efits in DEERS before a Sailor $10,000 will be paid for by the fall. can request transferability. VA. “We’ve taken care of approv- This means those dual-military Because she is going more ing the transferring of ben- members whose children are than half time, she receives 70 efits for students attending reflecting under only one spon- percent of the basic allowance classes right away so our doors sor’s record, must reflect under for housing rate for an E-5 liv- are open to those attending both sponsors. For example, ing in that area - more than in the near or distant future,” to establish a child as a fam- enough to cover her monthly said Kathy Wardlaw, GI Bill ily member under both military housing costs.” program manager at Navy parents, the children be enrolled Because her daughter hopes Personnel Command. NPC in DEERS under one par- to go on to veterinary school, -Photo courtesy of USS De Wert added temporary staff for a few ent for benefits and under the Gallagher is ecstatic about the months to handle the influx. other parent as a child “drawing financial help. �� Transferability requires an benefits from another military “At first I wasn’t sure I’d �� additional service obligation sponsor.” qualify, but the more I read the �� unless the Sailor is leaving due Wardlaw said the most com- fine print, the more excited I to a normal retirement or high mon error is Sailors failing to became,” she said. �� year tenure limits, Wardlaw choose the number of months The percentage of benefit is said, citing NAVADMIN to transfer to each family mem- based on time on active duty 203/09. Otherwise, Sailors gen- ber or not annotating the dates after September 10, 2001. erally must have served at least the transfer entitlement is to be Gallagher advises people to pay CPO Selects Complete six years in the Armed Forces used. close attention to the program and agree to an additional four “If you have young children rules and instructions as they years. See the NAVADMIN for and are just guessing at what fill out the online forms. Carrabba’s Run exceptions. Those who retired you will want to transfer to “And once you get your By Lt.j.g. Ashley Wyckoff Last Saturday’s event was the longest course any on or before Aug. 1 of this year each, it’s okay to put one month notice of eligibility and are not eligible for the transfer for each. Registration is what’s transfer benefits using the USS De Wert (FFG 45) PAO of the Selectees had ever individually completed, USS De Wert’s Chief Petty Officer Selectees benefit. important here,” said Wardlaw. Transferability of Education and they were able to do so thanks to teamwork and CPO Mess participated in the Carrabba’s “The transferability benefit The months transferred to Benefits (TEB) Web site, your Italian Grill 45th Annual Summer Beach Run on and the support from De Wert’s CPO Mess. was designed as a recruiting each person or the dates of use work isn’t yet done. Make Aug. 22. De Wert’s CPO Selectees completed their sec- and retention tool,” Wardlaw can be changed later. More sure the student contacts the The course was five miles long, and the De said. Another important require- importantly, a Sailor cannot [Department of Veterans ond five-mile run this past week, and look for- ment to note, is that Sailors Wert team finished the run in one hour and two add a new dependent after sep- Affairs] rep[representative] at ward to becoming even more physically fit as who want to transfer must do so the school and presents a copy minutes. aration or retirement from the while they’re still affiliated with Service. Distributing the ben- of the TEB and their filled- Prior to this event, the De Wert CPO Selectees’ they finish their training that will prepare them to the armed forces. efit among the children enables out ‘Application for Transfer furthest run as part of their rigorous CPO become Chief Petty Officers in the United States Before submitting their trans- the Sailor to move the months of Entitlement,’ VA Form Selectee physical fitness training was 2.5 miles. Navy. ferability requests, their obliga- of entitlement between children 22-1990E, available on the VA tion requirement must reflect in after separation. Web site,” she said. their electronic service record “Remember, if you did not Sailors can request eligibil- (ESR), according to Wardlaw, transfer entitlement to that child ity determinations for the Post ARC Offers Babysit Class or the request will be rejected while in the armed forces, you 9/11 GI Bill at the VA Web site, From American Red Cross breathing and cardiac emergen- Length: eight hours; includes until corrected. Sailors can can’t add the child when you https://vabenefits.vba.va.gov/ If you’re 11 to 15 years old, cies in infants and children up an easy-to-use handbook. review their ESR at https:// get out,” Wardlaw explained. vonapp/main.asp and sign up you can get the knowledge, to 8 years of age For more information or to nsips.nmci.navy.mil/. I n f o r m a t i o n S y s t e m s for transferability of benefits at skills and confidence to care for * Respond to emergencies register, please call the Mayport Qualified active and Reserve Technician 1st Class Vicky www.dmdc.osd.mil/TEB/. Visit infants and school-age children and illnesses with first aid, res- Service center at 246-1395. Sailors may elect to transfer Gallagher, a drilling Reservist the NPC Web site for all rules. with American Red Cross’s cue breathing and other appro- babysitting courses on Sept. 12 priate care from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the * Make decisions under pres- USO on Mayport Road. Cost sure is $50. * Communicate with parents Combining video, activities, to learn household rules hands-on skills training and dis- * Recognize safety and cussion for a complete learn- hygiene issues ing experience, Babysitter’s * Manage young children Training shows you how to: * Feed, diaper and care for * Recognize and care for infants .

16 THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 Navy News Detailing Window Shortens By Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs If a billet isn’t selected by the fourth * Sailors with a PRD between the green zone for one month, before ly, to red zone requisitions.” But red Under NAVADMIN 249/09, Sailors month, “needs of the Navy” applies. August 2009 and January 2010 are entering the ‘needs of the Navy’ win- zone requisitions will not exceed two can expect a shortened orders-negotia- “This change encourages more unaffected and should already be under dow. per rate (e.g., two YN3, two YN2, two tion window beginning this fall. aggressive participation by Sailors in orders or pending separation. “The key,” said Randy Miller of According to the NAVADMIN, the negotiating orders. It also allows NPC * Sailors with a PRD between BUPERS 3, “is for Sailors to put in YN1) for both sea and shore requisi- most relevant change is that the detail- better responsiveness to fleet demands February 2010 and April 2010 will their PTS applications 12-to-15 months tions. ing window will be seven-to-nine and current Global War on Terror be managed as if their “needs of the prior to EAOS or PRD. Doing this “Our goal is to make CMS/ID more months before one’s projected rotation Support Assignment deadlines,” said Navy” window is January 2010. will give them a full three months to agile, and responsive to new and date (PRD), providing a three-month Rear Adm. Shoemaker, the head detail- * Sailors with PRDs of May 2010 negotiate.” changing fleet requirements,” said window to negotiate for orders before er at NPC. and beyond will fall under these new To improve Sailor choice, CMS/ID a Sailor is considered to be eligible for One benefit is that Sailors placed rules. will advertise more requisitions each head detailer, Shoemaker. “These an involuntary “needs of the Navy” into “needs of the Navy” assignments Planners built in a buffer zone of cycle, displaying more priority readi- initiatives bring advantages to both assignment. will know at the seven-month window time so Sailors can react. They ness requisitions, mostly in the green our Sailors and to the commands they Career Management System/ where they are going instead of the emphasize that Perform-to-Serve zone. GSA requisitions will continue serve, improving odds for success in Interactive Detailing (CMS/ID) is five-month window. Assuming a sta- (PTS) and the CMS/ID process go to show in the purple zone. The red the tool for negotiating assignments. ble PCS budget, another advantage is together. zone will now display the most critical Naval operations world-wide.” In July, the Web-based system intro- earlier issuance of orders, giving Navy “Sailors will not be allowed to fills - billets that could directly degrade The NPC Customer Service Center duced a Sailor self-apply option. While families more time for PCS moves. negotiate orders without Perform- mission capability if unfilled. is the first stop for questions. Call visually CMS/ID and the advertising Sailors in their negotiation window to-Serve approval. We realize some “NPC will fill every red zone req- (866)-U-ASK-NPC or (866) 827-5672, mechanics stay the same, most changes now will not be disadvantaged by this Sailors don’t get PTS approval until uisition every month. All Sailors in weekdays, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sailors will be apparent. change. Detailers are ensuring appli- six months prior to their PRD, so they the negotiating window (PRD minus Currently Sailors negotiate from cants have no less than three months to will negotiate directly with their rat- 9 months) will be considered eligible may also e-mail the Customer Service nine-to-five months prior to their PRD. consider options: ing detailer. They can negotiate in for assignment, perhaps involuntari- Center at [email protected]. SRB Rewards Critical Skills, Top Performance From Chief of Naval Personnel Public sonnel plans and policy. “The end of active obligated service listment goals were achieved in awards early reenlistment tion needs dictate. Affairs SRB program allows Navy to (EAOS). FY09; prevailing market condi- opportunities using different “We are going to continue Selective Reenlistment provide top performing Sailors “When a Sailor says, ‘I’ve tions; private sector competi- criteria. The SRB program as to monitor the program closely Bonus (SRB) award levels were with an additional incentive to been recognized as a top per- tion and the costs of training; a whole also maintains sever- next year to enhance our ability announced in NAVADMIN stay Navy and advance mission former, I want to reenlist for and replacing skilled Sailors. al previous initiatives such as to size, shape and stabilize the 250/09 for active duty and A comprehensive comparison authorizing Sailors serving in success and their careers.” a bonus, but I’m not eligible force and ensure taxpayer dol- Reserve full time support using these criteria was bal- combat zones to reenlist early at In addition to announc- until the third or fourth quarter; lars go where critical skills are Sailors which are scheduled to ing SRB award levels, the isn’t there an option for me?’ anced against the risk of not anytime during the FY of their needed to get the most bang for take effect Oct. 1. N AVA D M I N i n t r o d u c e s Now our answer is, ‘yes,’” said retaining enough Sailors in each EAOS. our buck,” said Holloway. Approximately 18,000 enhancements designed to not Holloway. skill in order to form the base- Officials remind Sailors that Sailors holding 179 critical only retain personnel with criti- In addition, three tiers, have line of the three tier system. SRB is a market-based incen- To read the complete skills will be eligible to reenlist cal skills, but to reward top been established to formally Each tier contains a range tive and will be monitored and NAVADMIN, visit: www.npc. with SRB awards up to $90,000 performers within those critical prioritize and rank enlisted rat- of SRB award multiples and strategically adjusted as reten- navy.mil. next year. skill sets. ings/skills according to replace- “We value Sailors with cer- For the first time, Sailors who ment costs, difficulty to replace, tain skill sets ó critical skill sets receive an “early promote” rat- and existing manning shortfalls. ó and recognize that they are ing on their most recent reg- Enlisted community man- in high demand throughout the ular evaluation may reenlist agers evaluated each skill and workforce,” said Rear Adm. early for SRB anytime during zone on individual manning Dan Holloway, director of per- the fiscal year (FY) of their requirements; how well reen- Zone B PTS Results Out By Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs performance evaluations. Commands of the first group of Zone B Sailors “We value the service of our Sailors,” said selected for retention through Perform-to-Serve Ferguson. “Those with over six years of service (PTS) received results last week. who requested to reenlist, but are denied reenlist- Based on the PTS results, 11,154 Sailors were ment, may be eligible for separation pay.” retained in their current ratings and 377 will be converted to other more critical ratings. In addition, Sailors who were separated “The PTS results show that we are on the right because they are in an overmanned rating or track in sustaining a performance-based force,” applied to a closed field are encouraged to con- said Vice Adm. Mark Ferguson, chief of naval tinue naval service through the Navy Reserve. personnel. “Less than one percent of those evalu- PTS is a centralized reservation system that ated were separated as a result of PTS ó an indi- helps the Navy manage reenlistments of Sailors. cator that we largely have the right force with the The program was expanded in NAVADMIN right skills to accomplish our mission today and 017/09, from first-term Sailors to all E-6 and in the future.” below with 10 years of service or less. Of the 489 Sailors being separated, 192 Sailors indicated they did not want to reenlist, 213 are For more information, please visit the NPC E-3s and E-4s facing their high-year tenure gate Web site or contact NPC’s Customer Service and 84 are E-5s serving in overmanned ratings, Center by calling 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (1-866- who were not rated as top performers in recent 827-5672). Missile Defense Technology Moves From Tests To Fields By Fred W. Baker III defense ships are being equipped with some American Forces Press Service improved missiles. The Aegis ship’s capability Boosted by a few strong years of testing was demonstrated to the world when it stopped a successes, much of the United States’ missile crippled reconnaissance satellite over the Pacific defense technology that once was questioned is Ocean before it re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere now ready to be fielded. in February 2008. The Aegis ships will have a “A few years ago the question was, ‘Could you second-generation interceptor fielded next year, even hit a missile with a missile?’ We have prov- O’Reilly said. And the Pentagon has proposed en we could do that well over 35 times,” Army converting six more Aegis-class ships to provide Lt. Gen. Patrick J. O’Reilly, the director for the additional theater missile defense coverage. Missile Defense Agency, said in an interview at “This capability will provide protection in the the Pentagon today. theater against ballistic missiles - short-range O’Reilly said that 39 of the last 45 tries at stop- missiles, medium range and missiles up to ranges ping a test missile were successful. The failures greater than 3,000 kilometers,” O’Reilly said. were mostly at the start of the testing, and in the As much as $8 billion is slated for additional past few years, all hit their mark, except one that missile defense technologies in the future, the had a manufacturing problem. It was fixed, and general said. three weeks ago successfully hit its target in a Two demonstrator satellites will be launched test, O’Reilly said. into space next month. The pair of satellites will Most of the new technologies fielded will be to “talk” to each other, extending the capabilities of bolster missile defense for deployed troops. Right other sensors in place to detect missiles. By 2012, now, O’Reilly said, forward deployed bases are the agency will test the satellites, launching an exposed to missile threats and there is a large gap in U.S. capabilities to protect them. interceptor from an Aegis ship toward a test tar- This summer, both Iran and North Korea tested get. This will allow the ship to fire at a target that their ballistic missiles systems. And several other is beyond its own radar ranges. nations have as many as a few hundred such mis- Eventually, O’Reilly said, the pair will be part siles in their arsenals. of a larger constellation of connected satellites. “We want to provide the same level of pro- Plans are to develop a satellite system that tracks tection against ballistic missiles that we enjoy missiles around the world. today against cruise missiles or against aircraft,” “It’s just an extremely exciting area,” he O’Reilly said. said. “And all theaters across the world now are The Defense Department recently committed receiving missile defense command and control an additional $900 million toward fielding the and will soon be receiving the capability.” Army’s theater high altitude area defense mobile In the next five years, extensive testing will missile defense system. The agency has finished take place with more than 56 flight tests, many seven of eight required tests of the system, and including multiple missiles in the air at the same O’Reilly said he expects to see it in the field next time, across the entire Pacific Ocean. In that year. The Army also will get some new radar sys- testing, the agency will use a mix of satellites, tems. unmanned aerial vehicles, ships and ground- The Navy’s Aegis-class ballistic missile based radars. .

THE MIRROR, NS MAYPORT, Thursday, September 3, 2009 17 Navy News Somali Pirates Fire On Navy Helicopter From U.S. Naval Forces Central Com- Helicopter from Helicopter the incident. Maersk-Alabama in April. crew observed activity but yards from Win Far when it was mand Public Affairs Anti-Submarine Squadron Light Win Far is a Taiwanese- The helicopter was conduct- could not ascertain they were At approximately 8:00 a.m. (HSL) 49, embarked aboard flagged vessel that was pirat- ing a routine surveillance flight fired upon until their return to fired upon. local time, Aug. 26, Somali USS Chancellorsville (CG 62). ed April 6. During the past of M/V Win Far currently held Chancellorsville and review More than 30 crewmembers Pirates aboard Motor Vessel No rounds of ammunition 135 days it has been used as at anchorage by Somali pirates of Forward Looking Infrared (M/V) Win Far, fired what struck the SH-60B. The SH-60 a “mother ship” to conduct south of Garacad, Somalia, Radar (FLIR) video, which remain as hostages aboard the appeared to be a large caliber crew did not return fire. No other known pirate attacks, when the incident occurred. recorded the incident. The heli- weapon at a U.S. Navy SH-60B personnel injuries resulted from most notably the U.S. flagged During the flight, air- copter was approximately 3,000 pirated vessel M/V Win Far.

-U.S. Navy Photo from Video/Released -U.S. Navy Photo from Video/Released �� Navy Historian Traces Major Rise In Piracy By Judith Snyderman As a result, Crawford said, “the attack on Special to American Forces Press Service Baltimore was, in large part, because the British Pirates often are in the news for their criminal hated the city for its role in sending out the priva- activities at sea, but their antics are far from new. teers, which were actually doing a lot of damage Pirates have been around since man first took to British commerce.” to the high seas, and a type of sea raider known International conventions drafted in the 19th as a privateer made a mark between the 15th century effectively ended the recognition of and 19th centuries. Michael Crawford, a senior privateering as a legitimate form of warfare. Navy historian, traced the rise of privateering and However, pirates continue to attack commercial touched on strategies to combat modern pirates and naval ships and to threaten regional security. during an Aug. 24 “DoDLive” bloggers round- On Aug. 26, Navy officials reported that table. Somali pirates aboard a hijacked ship fired at, “A privateer is a private man of war who has a but did not hit, a Navy helicopter from the USS license from his sovereign government to attack Chancellorsville. Somali pirates hijacked the the ships belonging to citizens of a country with Taiwanese-flagged Win Far vessel in April and which he is at war,” Crawford said. “If he does have since used it as a “mother ship” to conduct capture an enemy ship, he has to go through all attacks, including an attack on the U.S.-flagged the legal requirements; he has to bring the ship Maersk-Alabama in the Indian Ocean south of into port and have it tried in an admiralty court.” Garacad, Somalia. Meanwhile, Dutch Navy Crawford traced the rise of privateering to the Commodore Pieter Bindt, commander of the 15th century, when members of the merchant European Union counter-piracy task group, vis- marine appealed to their kings after losing prop- ited the Combined Task Force 151 flagship USS erty in attacks at sea. The monarchs issued them Anzio at sea earlier this week to discuss counter- letters of “marque and reprisal,” giving them piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden. About 30 permission to retaliate and recoup their losses. The use of privateers eventually expanded from ships from 17 nations are taking part in missions peacetime to wartime, Crawford said. to deter, disrupt and suppress acts of piracy off “The kings realized they could take advantage the Somalia coast. of these private merchant men who had armed “Piracy is a threat to the security of all ships to supplement their navies.” nations,” Navy Rear Adm. Scott Sanders, task Privateers played a key role in the War of 1812, force commander, said. “We are committed to he said. Crawford estimates that the U.S. State continuing operations with our naval counterparts Department issued a few thousand privateer ship to create a lawful maritime order and deter acts of commissions during the conflict with activity piracy activity here.” centered around Boston and Salem, Mass., and in The strategies used to fight privateers in centu- Baltimore. The Baltimore privateers used highly ries past still hold true today, Crawford said. maneuverable schooners and deployed them in “One is you can’t fight pirates with large war- pairs, Crawford said. ships. You have to have ships that have shallow “One of these Baltimore clippers would go off drafts that can go in and chase the pirates close and try to distract the British warships that were to shore,” he explained. “And the other thing we guarding the convoy of merchant men, and while learned is that it’s best to hit the pirates in their that privateer was occupying the protecting ships, shore facilities. It’s easier to stop their deprava- the other privateer would swoop in onto the mer- tions ashore than it is to do it on the high seas.” chant men and try to pick off as many of them as (Judith Snyderman works in the Defense it could,” he explained. Media Activity’s emerging media directorate.) Navy Accepts Delivery Of Future USS Dewey From Naval Sea Systems Command be commissioned in December. designed to support maritime The Navy officially accept- Designated DDG 105, the new warfare. ed delivery of the future USS destroyer honors Adm. George PEO Ships is responsible for Dewey (DDG 105) Aug. 17 Dewey who is best known for the development and acquisi- from Northrop Grumman his valor during the U.S. victory Shipbuilding (NGSB) during a in the Battle of Manila Bay dur- tion of U.S. Navy surface ceremony in Pascagoula, Miss. ing the Spanish-American War. ships and is currently manag- In June, the guided-missile DDG 51 class destroyers are ing the design and construc- destroyer completed a com- the most advanced, state-of-the- tion of a wide range of ship bined builder’s and acceptance art warships built in the world. classes and small boats and trial, also called “super trials,” These destroyers are equipped craft. These platforms range after spending three days in the with the Navy’s Aegis Combat from major warships, such as Gulf of Mexico. System, the world’s foremost “This is the second DDG integrated naval weapon sys- front line surface combatants we’ve delivered this summer,” tem. The ship is able to con- and amphibious assault ships said Capt. Pete Lyle, DDG 51 duct a variety of operations, to air-cushioned landing craft, class program manager in the from peacetime presence and oceanographic research ships Navy’s Program Executive crisis management, to sea con- and special warfare craft. PEO Office, Ships (PEO Ships). trol and power projection. 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