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Mar 17, 2017 Edition SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:

NUWC CHANGES COMMAND Marine Corps Detachment NHCNE PATIENT SAFETY Newport WEEK

NFCU NEWPORT TURNS 50

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Bravo Zulu Shipmates 7

Meat & Potatoes of Life 8 Naval Science Institute from Of- Around the Island 9 ficer Training Command Newport (Top). At the Museum 10 Left: A R.I. State Policeman thanks Sgt Ariel Rosario and Morale, Welfare & Rec. 11 members of the MARDET color guard for their service prior to the Fleet & Family Support 12 parade start.

At the Clinics/Chapel 13 Navy and Marine Corps men and Now Hear This/Traffic 14-15 women braved the frigid tempera- Around the Fleet 16-17 tures last Saturday morning to show their military pride in the annual St. Veteran News 18-19 Patrick’s Day parade in Newport. Capt. Scott Robertson, CO of Sur- face Warfare Officers School marched along with the USS Wasp float and members of his command.

1 AROUND THE STATION Happy 50th Birthday Newport Navy Federal Credit Union!

Navy Federal Credit Union celebrated fifty years onboard Naval Station Newport last Friday with a cake cutting inside the local branch. Capt. Dennis R.D. Boyer, Commanding Officer of Naval Station Newport had the honors of executing the “first slice.” Navy Federal Credit Union has been in existence for over 80 years providing service to Department of Defense and Coast Guard Active Duty, Civilian and contrac- tor personnel and their families. Here on the base, Navy Federal got it’s start oper- ating out of the Navy Exchange back in 1967. The branch relocated to their current building in 1985 and have undergone several renovations to keep up with the changing needs of the customers and the changes in technology. “The continuity of service Navy Federal offers customers around the world gives those of us serving enormous peace of mind,” said Capt. Boyer. “Thank you for all that you do for us as individual customers, for your sponsorship of Morale, Welfare and Recreation Programs that benefit everyone, the educational products you offer to assist our young Sailors and their families and the convenience you offer all of us.” Congratulations to our hard working Navy Federal Team— Back row left to right... Patrick Monohan, Maryrose Dutcher, Amanda Tetreault, Jose Lora (Branch Manager), Angela Deyam- pert, Liz Ritchey and Christine McCormick. Front row, Kelly Scott, Nisha Farrell (Assistant Manager) and Dibya Tripathi .

NAVSTA Newport Public Affairs Office Office# 841-3538 We are always looking for content to E-Mail: share with our community and welcome [email protected] emailed .jpg images; png formats and Capt. D.R.D. Boyer, Commanding word documents—please do not send Officer PDF formatted content. Lisa Rama, Public Affairs Officer Operational and Exercise Impacts are often communicat- Emily Holmes, Staff ed to the public first using the installation Facebook Page— Follow us on twitter @NAVSTANEWPORTRI ’like’ us at: www.facebook.com/NAVSTANewport to Base Condition Line: 841-2211 stay informed!

2 AROUND THE STATION Change of Command at Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport Capt. Mi- His shore assignments have includ- chael R. ed duty on the staff of Commander, Coughlin Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet; relieved Office of the Secretary of Defense Capt. Geof- for Program Analysis and Evalua- frey G. deBeauclair as commanding tion, and as deputy commander for officer of the Naval Undersea War- Submarine Squadron Three. fare Center (NUWC) Division, New- Since entering the Navy’s Acquisi- port during a change of command tion Corps, Coughlin has served in a ceremony this morning at 10 a.m. at range of program management as- NUWC. signments including major program A naval submariner, Coughlin is a management responsibility for un- 1990 graduate of Northwestern Uni- dersea defensive warfare systems. versity with a Bachelor of Science Capt. deBeauclair reported as com- degree in chemical engineering. He mander, NUWC Division Newport also holds a Master’s degree in engi- in June 2016. neering management from Old Do- deBeauclair focused NUWC re- Captain Michael R. Coughlin , minion University. search, development, test and evalu- Commanding Officer, Naval Un- He received his commission from ation efforts on providing the fleet the Naval Reserve Officer Training with services and products that en- dersea Warfare Center, Divi- Corps at Northwestern. hance ship and system operational sion , Newport Coughlin has served aboard a vari- availability. ety of submarines and commanded Following the change of command, Welcome aboard Capt. Coughlin the nuclear powered attack subma- deBeauclair retired from the Navy and Fair Winds and Following Seas rine USS Olympia (SSN 771). after 30 years of service. Capt. deBeauclair! CNRMA Department of the Navy Energy Message

Agile, globally engaged Navy and neuver around the world. initiatives transformed the way Marine Corps forces are essential to In recent years, the DoN has im- Sailors and Marines view energy by U.S. national security. To deploy plemented energy innovations that changing the perception of energy combat power at sea and ashore, the increase mission capability. These as a tether to acknowledging its role Services require secure, as a mission enabler. readily accessible energy re- Energy improvements afloat sources. enable ships to remain on sta- The Department of the Na- tion longer between refuel- vy (DoN) must seize all rea- ing. Energy conservation sonable opportunities to re- measures and the use of reduce the logistical con- newable power ashore have straints imposed by the pro- lowered costs and improved curement, storage and deliv- installation energy security. ery of energy to naval forces. Technological innovations We must continue to im- have enabled expeditionary prove our Services’ energy forces to travel farther with- posture to enhance warfight- out resupply. Navy and Ma- er freedom of action and marine Corps have leveraged

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third-party financed projects to im- curity/mission capability require- decade as Navy and Marine Corps prove installation energy efficiency ments, conducting a gap analysis of introduce new platforms and weap- and energy security. needs, and addressing shortfalls by on systems with higher energy de- Naval forces are more lethal and leveraging distributed generation, mands. capable than ever before. Naval en- microgrids, smart grid technolo- The DoN must continue to im- ergy objectives that enhance energy gies, and/or cyber security solu- prove readiness, combat effective- awareness and improve naval oper- tions; and ness and flexibility through initia- ations include: -Optimizing the Non-Tactical Vehi- tives that focus on energy reliabil- -Leveraging technological advances cle fleet to increase utilization and ity, resiliency and efficiency. to increase mission capability; reduce the size of inventory to real- This message is from Rear Adm. -Mitigating supply chain risks by ize cost savings. Jack Scorby, Commander, Navy diversifying energy sources; Fleet energy requirements will Region Mid-Atlantic. -Incorporating energy considera- grow significantly over the next tions into war games and exercises to identify potential vulnerabilities and opportunities to improve our energy posture; -Refining expeditionary energy solutions that reduce logistical bur- dens and bolster operational effec- tiveness and flexibility; -Considering energy intensity as a performance parameter in the ac- quisition of weapons platforms and new facilities; -Identifying installation energy se-

Need-To-Know: ities include using all of the available security tools, such as secure phones, faxes, safes, and badges, and Security Principle learning the security skills needed to succeed in a high- -Telephone Concerns- security environment. One of these skills is the ability You probably use standard DOD secure and unsecure and courage to ask for sufficient information to enable telephones and fax machines. Standard security proce- you to make an informed decision regarding a person’s dures dictate the types of information you can discuss need to know. Remember, not every cleared person or transmit on each. However, when someone calls to who casually asks you about your job is a spy, but con- discuss classified or sensitive information or asks for a tinued questioning regarding classified or secure infor- fax, you must also ensure there is a need to know the mation where an obvious need to know does not exist information. Follow the same routine as if you were may be a security concern. If you notice this behavior, speaking face-to-face. Do not try to talk around classi- discuss it with your supervisor or security officer. Re- fied or sensitive information. member the need-to-know principle was developed as a -Your Responsibility- personal security measure to prevent unauthorized dis- You, along with every person associated with DON, closures of classified and sensitive information. Let’s share the requirement to protect classified, sensitive, use it! and proprietary information. Your personal responsibil-

4 AROUND THE STATION Naval Health Clinic New England observes Patient Safety Awareness Week Awareness Week does not honor Posters were judged by CAPT a specific area of the health care Sanchez, HMCM Ed Kay and workforce, and it does not target Quality Management Officer Dave a single issue. Instead, this Krieger, and ribbons and certifi- week challenges all health pro- cates were presented to Population fessionals and workers to put the Health, Medical Home Port, Labor- focus on patients and families atory and Surgery. The poster and on the need to create the saf- which earned the highest score was est health care delivery environ- Susan Mizgala and the Wellness ment possible.” Team and they won ‘Lunch with The accomplishments of individ- the CO’. uals and teams to patient safety NHCNE staff members had a were recognized by CAPT ‘Gown Up’ and posed for a group Sanchez with certificates and photo with the banner “We Are All CAPT Phillip Sanchez, Mary Ellen awards. HN Pamela Rayburn Patients”. Even the healthiest Kehew and HM1 Paul Cabalu cut the was the Patient Safety Challenge among us is likely to be a patient cake at Naval Health Clinic New Room winner, garnering a trophy one day, meaning the entire popula- England ceremony for Patient Safety and designated NHCNE parking tion has a stake in the safety of the Awareness Week. space. Certificates and NHCNE health care system and the need to pins went to four dedicated pa- prevent harm. By Kathy MacKnight, NHCNE Public tient safety champions: Genevieve A cake cutting ceremony followed Affairs Mello from the Managed Care Di- the ‘Gown Up’ and joining CAPT The week of March 12-18 at vision, Karen Lytle, NHCNE case Sanchez to cut the cake were Mary NHCNE has been a week of daily manager, Donna Riess a nurse for Ellen Kehew and HM1 Paul Caba- events so far in recognition of Pa- general and oral surgery clinics, lu. tient Safety Awareness Week. A and Mary Ellen Kehew from Medi- patient safety challenge room was cal Home. set up for staff members to test their “safety” knowledge, several de- partments had guided tours with an emphasis on how they ensure patient safety, there was also a poster contest highlighting safety initiatives at NHCNE, a cake cutting and group photo emphasizing “We Are All Patients”. NHCNE Commanding Officer, CAPT Phillip Sanchez, thanked the staff members for their participation and at- tendance in this year’s event, an annual tradi- tion since 2002. He Naval Health Clinic New England (NHCNE) 'Gowns Up' because WE ARE ALL said, “Patient Safety PATIENTS in recognition of Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 12 - 18. (photos by Kathy Macknight, NHCNE, Public Affairs)

5 AROUND THE STATION A MESSAGE IN SUPPORT OF OUR PLANET The Navy's Environmental Management Systems re- evaluate the compliance of Environmental Programs. quires all military, civilian, and contract personnel to This inspection is set for early April. be aware of the significant environmental aspects of A key element of Environmental Management System the installation they work at. An environmental aspect is that all personnel interviewed by members of the is an element of an organization's activities, products, inspection team are familiar with the installation com- or services that have, or may have, an impact on the manding officer’s Environmental Policy Statement. environment. The significant environmental aspects All military, civilian, and contract personnel must have for Naval Station Newport in Calendar Year 2017 are a copy of the Environmental Policy Statement or know Air Emissions, Underground Storage tank Compli- where it is posted and be aware of what it says. It says ance and Lead Based environmental com- Paint Disturbance. pliance and continual Please be mindful of improvement in envi- these significant environmental perfor- ronmental aspects as mance are required you perform your du- for all military, civil- ties. ian, and contract per- Commander, Navy sonnel. This means Region Mid-Atlantic Naval Station New- (CNRMA) will con- port is committed to duct an external in- environmental excel- spection of NAVSTA lence and environ- Newport to audit the mental compliance. Environmental Man- agement System and

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY STATEMENT 30 SEPTEMBER 2014

Naval Station Newport is committed to protection of the environment. Environmental stewardship is essential to the safe, healthful and compliant execution of our mission and the preservation and protection of our land, air and water. This policy statement is issued to reflect our commitment to environmental excellence, environmental compliance, pollution prevention and continual improvement of the environmental programs of the station to ensure we remain prudent stewards of the environment. All military, civilian and contract personnel must perform their duties in a manner that prevents pollution, protects the environment, and conserves natural resources. NAVSTA Newport, through its Environmental Protection Department, shall make use of the following guiding principles to accomplish its mission: Promote environmental awareness and proper training at all levels in the command. Improve neighborhood communication through management systems, procedures and the establishment of objectives and targets to meet environmental goals for improvement. Ensure environmental factors and pollution prevention are fully considered at the outset and in all stages of planning and execution. Continuously monitor compliance with Federal, State and local environmental laws, statutes, regulations as well as DoD and Navy policies. Become a Navy pacesetter in development of renewable energy sources. Signed: D. R. D. BOYER

6 BRAVO ZULU SHIPMATES

Congratulations on your military retirement Master Congratulations to Officer Candidate School (OCS) Sergeant John Carvalho, Thank You for your service Class 07-17 on their recent graduation on March 10. in the Marine Corps; as a Navy SeaBee and with the Class 07-17 stands posed on the deck of the USS Con- R.I. Air National Guard and keep up the great work as a stitution during a class trip held last month. Preventive Maintenance Shop Manager with Naval Fa- cilities Engineering Command Newport!

Capt. Dennis R.D. Boyer, Commanding Officer of Naval Station Newport, center, accepts a certificate of appre- ciation and photo presented to the base for it’s support of the 2016 Gold Star Teen Sailing Adventure Camp. Last year was the third year in a row the installation supported this event aimed at providing recreational opportunities to the children and relations of military men and women killed on active duty. Presenting the award was (from left) Col. (ret) Thomas Heaney, Brig. Gen. Rich Keene, Capt. Boyer, Capt. Dave Pickering, Found- er/Chairman of Seamanship and Leadership Training for Youths and past Commodore of the Newport Yacht Club Norman Baily. NAVSTA will host two Gold Star Teen Sailing Adventure Camps this summer.

7 THE MEAT & POTATOES OF LIFE Lisa Smith From rags to ratchet: Are there no riches in Molinari military life? “What the …?” my 16-year- only 8,000 miles and linger- old daughter, Lilly, stopped ing new car smell. Through herself short in front of our three tours in Virginia, she minivan on a blustery, rainy carted us to soccer games, morning before school this school pick ups, speech ther- week. There, on the driveway, apy appointments and the was a pile of shattered black commissary. She gave me no glass. Just above the shards on mechanical trouble during the passenger’s rear side was a Francis’ yearlong deploy- gaping hole where the window ment, and didn’t complain used to be. about all the dog hair, up “Holy … cow!” I adjusted the ex- years to save money, or trade her in chuck, stray french fries and fruit pletive to accommodate my teenage for an upgrade. snacks that we dropped on her car- companion. Two days prior, I had I explained to Tiego that I had to peting. noticed that the rear window had take my daughter to Pennsylvania In 2008, she moved with us to Ger- detached from the mechanical arm for college visits that weekend, but many, where she safely negotiated that opened it, and made a mental he wasn’t sure he could get a re- winding roads in Austria, Italy, note to do something about it, hav- placement window in time. I envi- France, Czech Republic, Spain, Po- ing no idea that it might blow com- sioned Lilly and I pulling up to a land, Belgium and Switzerland. pletely off the side of the van. group of visiting prospective stu- When we moved to Florida, then I peeked inside the hole left by the dents on an ivy-covered campus, Rhode Island, she zipped over US absent window and saw gum wrap- and jumping out of our old minivan highways and byways, taking us to pers floating in rainwater collected with a pizza box duct-taped over the visit friends and family up and in the cup holders. “Good Lord,” I window. down the East Coast. muttered helplessly, and told Lilly “I’ll see what I can do,” Tiego I realized, regardless of our modest to get in. Of course, my husband said. budget, our military life had been Francis was away with our other I walked to a nearby coffee shop to quite rich all along, and told Tiego car, so I had no choice but to drive wait for the verdict. Tiego called to replace the window after all. the minivan to school, rain and all. just as I burned my tongue on a cup “She’s got a few more years in her,” After dropping Lilly off, I headed of green tea. “Well,” he paused, in- I said, suddenly appreciative of our straight to the auto body shop to dicating that the news was bad, “I family’s unique lifestyle. plead my case. can get the replacement window to- I was a little bummed that I would- “She’s old,” I told Tiego the me- day, but it will cost $300, $450 with n’t be able to embarrass Lilly with a chanic. “We really don’t want to labor.” duct-taped pizza box, but I was plunk too much money into her.” “Why am I driving such a hunk of grateful for whatever adventures our Our minivan, which we bought used junk, anyway?” I thought. “Francis military family would encounter on in Virginia Beach eleven years ago, served in the Navy for 28 years, and the road ahead. had almost 200,000 miles on her. all our family has to show for itself Even though her headlights were is two used cars, credit card debt, a hazy, her body was pitted with chips bunch of Polish pottery and a paltry and dents, there was a crack running savings? Is this all you get for dedi- Lisa’s syndicated column appears in across her dashboard, the alloy cating your life to military service?” military and civilian newspapers including wheels were corroded, the carpeting I wondered whether I should tell Stars and Stripes, and on her blog at www.themeatandpotatoesoflife.com was worn bare in spots, and the var- Tiego to put our old minivan out for and can be contacted at ious school stickers on the rear win- scrap. [email protected] or on dow were peeling — her engine ran But then, I remembered that our Twitter: @MolinariWrites or ‘like’ her on like a top. We were waffling about minivan was a beauty when we Facebook at: https://facebook.com/ whether to keep her for a few more bought her, gleaming white, with TheMeatandPotatoesofLife

8 AROUND THE ISLAND A New Vision for Newport Pell Bridge Ramps Governor Gina available through Raimondo, Senate the project will be President M. Teresa a catalyst for job Paiva Weed, New- creation and de- port city officials, velopment that and Rhode Island truly ties all of Department of Newport togeth- Transportation er.” (RIDOT) Director “Through our Peter Alviti Jr. to- Rhode Works day announced that program, we are they have agreed on able to finally ad- initial plans to re- dress the outdated configure the Pell bridges and traffic Bridge ramps to patterns at the provide quicker ac- Pell Bridge cess to Newport ramps,” RIDOT town center and to Director Peter relieve traffic backups on the bridge. Alviti Jr. said. “This project will not only achieve the The joint announcement was made at Gurney’s Resort goal of fixing bridges and improving safety, but also will on Goat Island in Newport, RI. utilize a design that frees up land for economic develop- Preliminary plans for the ramp reconstruction call for a ment in Newport.” complete removal of the viaduct infrastructure and the “The bridge realignment is the linchpin in moving the construction of four roundabouts that would move traffic City’s vision forward which will benefit the residents of seamlessly from the bridge into the downtown area and Newport and the State of Rhode Island,” Newport City would reconnect city streets. This would not only pro- Manager Joseph Nicholson said. “We are excited about vide a roadway network for future development but the future.” would also free up 34 acres of land for development. More than 40,000 vehicles per day go over the Newport “The best way to improve our business climate is to -Pell Bridge and the ramps during peak summer season create better infrastructure,” Governor Raimondo said. and when there are special events in Newport. Delays “Rhode Island is already on the move-companies like can extend to one quarter mile and have been known to Johnson & Johnson, Cambridge Innovation Center and extend to one mile during peak hours because of conges- Wexford are moving to the I-95 land in Providence. By tion on the ramps. reconfiguring the Pell ramps, Newport can also free up The planned reconstruction of the ramps will address land for economic development. I’m excited about the these congestion and economic development issues. opportunity to bring more jobs and innovation to Rhode The total project area is approximately 50 acres, all of Island.” which is located in the Newport Resilience Innovation Reconstruction of the Newport-Pell Bridge Ramps has District. been needed for sometimes as the ramps were originally Tentative plans also include a bike path, a rail shuttle designed in the 1960s for a relocated Route 138 project and a Park and Ride to capture vehicles and to move vis- which never came to fulfillment. RIDOT’s 10-year trans- itors in and out of the downtown area more efficiently. portation plan includes $40 million to reconstruct the ramps starting in 2019. “This is a very exciting day for Newport. This project will transform the North End, improving traffic flow and making much smarter use of the acreage now dedicated to a long highway ramp,” Senate President Paiva Weed said. “The new traffic pattern will reduce congestion during the busy summer months, and the land made

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Thursday, April 6th “The USS Monitor and The Mariners’ Museum,” presented by Howard Hoege and John Quarstein. Whenever you see a turret on a Stories such as Worden’s contin- modern navy warship think of ue to be shared at The Mariners’ the iconic Civil War ironclad, the Museum and Park which USS Monitor. Rated as one of “connects people to the world’s the top five deadliest experi- waters – to our shared maritime mental warships in naval history, heritage – because through the the Monitor is in the same league world’s waters, we are connected as today’s USS Zumwalt. to one another.” The Monitor’s design was a Named “America’s National combination of several pivotal Maritime Museum,” because of changes in naval technology dur- the depth and breadth of its col- ing the first half of the 19th cen- lection, the Museum is able to tell tury. So, when the ship needed a stories of exploration, commerce, commander, Secretary of the Na- conflict, technology and innova- vy Gideon Welles selected scientific officer Lieutenant tion, inspiration, and recreation from multiple cultures John Lorimer Worden for the task. around the world. Worden will captain the Monitor to fame when she It is the Museum’s goal to show how that we are, as fought the CSS Virginia (previously the USS Merri- people and as individuals, a lot more alike than we are mack) during the Battle of Hampton Roads on 9 March different. 1862. Worden went on to be a rear admiral and the Howard H. Hoege III is the President and CEO of The commandant of the U.S. Naval Academy. His legacy is Mariners’ Museum and Park in Newport the story of how new technology can be proven a suc- News, Virginia John V. Quarstein is the director of the cess under the efficient and dynamic leadership of men USS Monitor Center at The Mariners’ Museum and like the beloved captain of the USS Monitor. Park.

Upcoming Lectures: criticisms, details what went wrong in Iraq, and ex- Thursday, May 4 “Cassandra in Oz: Counterinsur- plains how the new doctrine was never properly ap- gency and Future War,” by Conrad Crane. plied in Afghanistan. From the debates over the content When Conrad Crane retired from active duty to be- to the ways it was used in the field, Cassandra in Oz come a research professor, he never expected to be- covers lessons that should be gleaned from years of come a modern Cassandra, fated to tell truth to power global war and displays the American military as a without being heeded. After the world transformed on learning organization at its best. Dr. Conrad C. Crane 9/11, he warned the Army that it was not prepared to is the Chief of Historical Services for the Army Herit- execute stability operations, counterinsurgency, and the age and Education Center at the Army War College. A eventual reconstruction of Iraq. Crane’s work attracted retired Army officer who taught history for 12 years at the attention of Generals David Petraeus and James West Point, he has written widely on airpower and Mattis, and he soon found himself in charge of a team landpower issues. In 2008 he was selected as the Inter- tasked with creating the groundbreaking Field Manual national Archivist of the Year by the Scone Founda- 3-24/Marine Corps Warfighting Publication 3-33.5 tion, and in 2016 he was awarded the Samuel Eliot Mo- Counterinsurgency, the very counterinsurgency doc- rison Prize by the Society for Military History for life- trine he had pleaded for. A unique blend of traditional time contributions to the field. and modern theory, this manual would prove to be es- For more information, call Liz DeLucia, Director of sential to the success of the Surge in Iraq that changed Education, at 401-841-7276. the course of the war. Crane’s account of the creation For more information about The Seamen's Church In- and implementation of the manual addresses its many stitute, visit http://seamensnewport.org/

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11 FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER March 2017 Military Spouse Hiring Workshops: For in- Preference Extended formation on any of these programs or On December 23, Congress removed the two-year limit workshops and to reg- on Program S of the Priority Placement Program (PPP), ister, please call (401) which authorizes non-competitive hiring in some posi- 841-2283. Active du- tions for military spouses seeking federal employment. ty, family members, Previously, military spouses had just two years following Reservists, National a PCS move to find and accept a long-term temporary or Guard, retirees, and permanent federal position. DoD employees are The limitation to one noncompetitive appointment per welcome. qualifying PCS move has not changed. For additional information, please consult with your Ci- Mar. 21 Car Buying 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. vilian Human Resources point on contact on your installa- Mar. 22 Blended Retirement 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. tion. See also the Department of the Navy Civilian Human Mar. 23 Interviewing Process 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Resources website. Mar. 28 Consumer Awareness 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mar. 28: FAP/SAPR Training for CDO’s 8-9 a.m. Mar 29-30: VA Technical Training 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

DoD Warrior Games Head for Chicago Mark your calendars! The Department of Defense and City of Chicago are partnering to bring Warrior Games to Chicago from June 30-July 8, 2017. This year’s event is the first in which the Warrior Games will be held entirely outside a military installation or a U.S. Olympic Committee facility. Wounded warrior athletes will represent the Army, Na- vy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard and Special Operations. Athletes will include active-duty service members and veterans with upper-body, lower-body, and spinal cord injuries; traumatic brain injuries; visual impairment; serious illnesses and post-traumatic stress disorder. They will go head-to-head in archery, cycling, sitting volleyball, shooting, swimming, wheelchair bas- ketball and track and field, engaging in friendly compe- tition and experiencing the healing power of sports.

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AT THE CHAPEL Weekday Special Services: NAPS Bible Study is Monday at 6 p.m. Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC) is on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. A weekly Catholic mass is on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. The Muslim prayer room is available every Friday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Chapel of Hope.

Weekend Services (SUNDAY): 7:45 a.m. Protestant Liturgical Service (weekly Communion) 9 a.m. Catholic Mass, Chapel of Hope 9 a.m. Open Bible Study at Perry Hall Room 100

Need to talk? There are many resources for service members to talk to that offer confidentiality, i.e. Medical, Fleet and Family counselors. These resources offer a limited form of confidentiality and certain topics must be reported when disclosed to them. Navy Chaplains are an exception to this rule and offer 100% COMPLETE confidentiality to all service members. A Chaplain is available 24 hours a day, between 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon- day-Friday, call 841-2234. To speak to a Chaplain after hours call (401) 862-8457.

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Free Tax Filing On Base formation and a nomination packet, call 294-2434 or email [email protected] In partnership with the IRS, a Tax-Aide volunteer is again pre- Fishermen! Community Fly Tying Program: paring personal federal and state The RI Dept. of Environmental Management, Division tax returns free of charge for military members, retir- of Fish and Wildlife are hosting Free fly typing and fly ees, staff employees and their families at the NAVSTA fishing events. Participans will learn to make their Command Building, 690 Peary St. (bldg. 690) now own fresh water flies over several weeks then have the through Apr 11. opportunity to fish using the flies they created at a pri- This free service is offered each Tuesday from 10 vate fly fishing event in R.I. This course is greared a.m. to 2 p.m.; appointments are preferred. toward sall skill levels. Fly tying dates are: For appointments or additional information, please (attend one or attend all—they will be making a differ- call Jeff Carney at (401) 294-6775 or email: ent fly at each class!): [email protected] Portsmouth Free Public Library The Tax-Aide program is sponsored by the Volunteer March 23 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling March 30 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for the Elderly (TCE) programs; volunteers are trained April 6 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and certified annually by the IRS. Middltown Public Library When you go for your appointment, make sure to March 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. bring a current photo ID, social security cards, wage March 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. and earnings statements (pay, interest/dividends, social April 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. security, pension, etc), health insurance documentation Fishing Day will be April 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and last year’s tax return, if possible. No experience is necessary, and no fishing license is Electronic or paper filing is available, however, e- required to participate in this program. Equipment filing preferred. Mr. Carney is located across from will be provided or you may bring your own! Anyone NAVSTA Admin. wishing to participate is required to register for the Jeff Carney, the Tax Assistance Volunteer, is a Navy program in advance for planning purposes. Walk in’s veteran with 30 years of active duty and 40+ years of will not be allowed to participate. To register, contact tax preparation experience. Scott Travers at [email protected] or (401) 539 -0019 Upcoming Blood Drives The Rhode Island Blood Center will host the following blood drive on the base this month. You don't have to be assigned to the command hosting the drive to donate so swing by and drop off a pint! March 21: Naval Justice School from 1 to 5 p.m. in Midges Café For more information on donating or hosting a drive, call Sarah Perez, Rhode Island Blood Center Account Manager, ph: (401) 621-0155 or email spe- [email protected]

Military Women Across the Nation (MWAN) The women veterans and active duty of R.I. ask your participation in nominating an Active Duty woman in your command for the award of the R.I. Military Ac- tive Duty Woman of the Year. This prestigious award is sponsored by RI, Ocean State Unit 118. The award is open to all military service women of all branches of the service and the R.I. National Guard. For more in-

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Motorcycle Safety Classes Did you Know… The Naval Safety Office will be hosting motorcycle Lithium ion batteries supply power to many kinds of safety courses in April. If you are active duty and devices including smart phones, laptops, scooters, e- want to ride your motorcycle on the installation then cigarettes, smoke alarms, toys, and even cars. Take these classes are mandatory. DoN civilians can sign care when using them, because in some cases, they up for the classes if space is available. The Basic can cause a fire or explosion. Stop using the battery if Rider class will be held April 3 and 4 and again April you notice any of the following problems: an unusual 26 and 27 (2 day class). Advanced Rider Courses are odor, change in color, unusual heating, change in scheduled for April 21 and 28 (1 day class). You can shape, unusual noise, or leaking. register on ESAMS or by going to www.navymotorcyclerider.com. Call 841-1390 or email [email protected] for additional information.

FIRST DAY OF SPRING IS MONDAY!

TRAFFIC Perry Rd & Luce Ave: Water line - NHCNE Gate 7: Open Mon-Fri 6 ATTENTION FAST DRIVERS! installation work will continue a.m. to 6 p.m. NAVSTA POLICE are issuing around the intersection of Perry - NUWC Gate 23: Open Mon-Fri, Federal Traffic violation tickets Road and Luce Avenue and on the 24/7, for commuters. that will result in monetary fines or O’Club access road through the end - NUWC Gate 32: Open Mon-Fri, you can contest them by going to of March. Traffic patterns at this 6:30 to 9 a.m. and 3:30 to 5:30 federal court in Providence. This is intersection and around Coasters p.m., for commuters. in addition to running Harbor Island may be changing. the risk of having your Drivers need to stay flexible and DON’T DRINK & DRIVE! driving privileges on the please do not cut through the hous- There are plenty of options for get- base suspended by the ing area. ting around without sitting behind Commanding Officer. Please slow the wheel after you have been down and remind your colleagues Chandler Avenue: Barriers in the drinking alcohol. Here on Aquid- to do the same. eastbound lane will remain during neck Island, Orange Cab (401) 737- steam line repairs until the project 2868); Bizarros Transportation MIDDLETOWN POLICE is complete (date to be determined). (774) 930-2416) and Airport Taxi DEPARTMENT REMINDS (401) 841-0030) all have drivers MOTORISTS TO Ft. Adams: who have been cleared to drive on- FOCUS ON DRIVING March 3 to April 7 there will be to the installation - so just specify Throughout the month, the Mid- lane closures and detours for the you want to be picked up or dletown Police Department will be installation of new potable water dropped off on the base when you reminding motorist not to “Text lines. call for the cab. and Drive”. The police department is partnering with RIDOT to estab- GATE HOURS: lish enforcement patrols directed at Following are routine gate hours: distracted driving. These High Visi- -Gate 1: Gate 1 is open 7 days a bility Enforcement patrols will fo- week/24 hours a day for routine cus on areas around town that have traffic. been subject to a high number of - Gate 2: Open for morning com- motor vehicle accidents due to dis- mute Mon-Fri, from 6:30 to 8:30 tracted driving. a.m. - incoming traffic only. -Gate 17: Open Mon-Fri from 6 SCHEDULED ROAD WORK: a.m. to 6 p.m.

15 AROUND THE FLEET USS Laboon Seizes Heroin on the High Seas; Second CTF-150 Seizure in Last Two Weeks

By U.S. Naval Forces Central Com- units and organi- mand Public Affairs zations involved in this successful ARABIAN SEA (NNS) -- USS La- operation and we boon (DDG 58) intercepted a small are particularly stateless dhow in the international proud of the cap- waters of the Arabian Sea March 13, tain and crew of seizing 270 kilograms of heroin. USS Laboon for Laboon, conducting maritime secu- their excellent rity operations in the region as a part performance on of Combined Task Force (CTF) 150 this important of the Combined Maritime Forces, mission." was conducting an inspection of the Edmundson took vessel as part of a flag verification command of CTF boarding when the illicit cargo was -150 Dec. 8 dur- ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 27, 2016) The guided- found. ing a ceremony in missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) sails with the "Keeping these drugs off the street Bahrain. helps everyone, and keeps money "The impressive guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) into for- from those who use the profits for work of Com- mation for a missile exercise. Hue City is conducting harm," said Cmdr. Jason Labott, La- bined Task Force routine training and operations in preparation for an up- boon's commanding officer. 150, under the coming deployment with the George H.W. Bush Strike The operation could not have suc- leadership of Group. (photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Kayla King) ceeded without cooperation between Royal Canadian U.S. Navy and U.K. Royal Navy Navy Commodore Haydn Edmund- homeport in January and has been vessels under the command of a son, continued last night with the deployed to the region since Febru- Royal Canadian Navy commodore. second successful seizure of illegal ary. This is Laboon's first drug sei- RFA Fort Victoria tracked the vessel drugs in less than two weeks," said zure since its deployment to the re- using its helicopter and coordinated Vice. Adm. Kevin Donegan, com- gion and is the first such interdiction Laboon's interception. mander, U.S. Naval Forces Central by a U.S. Navy ship under CTF-150 "The execution of this operation Command. "The March 2 seizure by since May 2014. demonstrates the abilities of multina- HMAS Arunta and last night's sei- Established in 2002, CTF-150 is tional forces to coordinate across zure by USS Laboon has resulted in primarily focused on disrupting ter- great distances for the common good preventing more than a thousand kil- rorist organizations and their activi- of the international community," La- ograms of combined hashish and ties by denying them the freedom of bott said. "The hard work and profes- heroin from reaching their destina- manoeuvre in the maritime domain. sionalism of our boarding team, La- tion and will prevent transnational In collaboration with international boon's crew, air crews from RFA terrorists from profiting off these ne- and regional maritime security part- Fort Victoria, and the shore side sup- farious activities. ners, the CTF-150 teams have seized port of CTF-150 and Destroyer "Ultimately, the continued success- and destroyed billions of dollars in Squadron 50 deserve great credit." es of CTF-150 demonstrate the value drugs and captured thousands of The commander of CTF-150, Com- of the multinational collective of like weapons ensuring they are no longer modore Haydn C. Edmundson from -minded nations that make up the available to organizations that would the Royal Canadian Navy, comment- Combined Maritime Forces and cer- cause others harm. ed that, "This is a big win for the co- tify that when navies work together For further questions, please con- alition" and that, "We in the CTF all nations profit with increased mar- tact U.S. Naval Forces Central Com- 150 headquarters are very impressed itime security." mand Public Affairs Office 011-973- with the superb cooperation of all Laboon deployed from its Norfolk 1785-4027 or

16 AROUND THE FLEET Navy Lodge Ready for Families on PCS Orders By Kristine M. Sturkie, Navy Ex- and dining areas, fully equipped change Command Public Affairs kitchen, flat screen televisions with cable and DVD players and soft and VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (NNS) -- firm pillow options, perfect for a PCS Navy Lodge Program is ready to sup- family. port Sailors and their families who Navy Lodges also offer guests free may receive shortened time lines for Wi-Fi, breakfast and weekly man- permanent change of station (PCS). ager's reception as well as guest laun- "Once a family initiates their house- dry facilities, vending machines and hold goods move, contact the Navy children's outside play area and ed States until February 28, 2018. Lodge at your PCS destination and workout room at many locations. Guests may use only one discount per we will do everything we can to ac- Every Navy Lodge is handicapped stay. A scratch-off card can be picked commodate you for as long as you accessible. up on base at [the Personnel Support need," said Mike Bockelman, Vice As an added convenience, dogs and Detachment] PSD, the housing of- President, Navy Exchange Service cats up to 50 pounds in weight can fice, household goods, the personal Command's (NEXCOM) Navy stay at many Navy Lodges when property office or NEX Customer Lodge Program. "Navy Lodges are traveling with its owner. Guests need Service desk. Scratch-off cards can the official government lodging for to contact the specific Navy Lodge also be sent to a guest by calling the PCS moves. regarding its pet policies. Navy Lodge Reservation Center at For families on PCS, the Navy Authorized Navy Lodge guests on (800) 628-9466. Lodge offers guests value with room PCS orders can take advantage of a For reservations, call (800) 628- rates at an average of 45 percent be- scratch-off card offering a 10, 15, 25 9466 or go on line at www.navy- low comparable civilian hotels. or 100 percent discount up to 20 lodge.com or www.dodlodging.com. Navy Lodge family suites offer nights. The discount is valid at all guests oversized rooms with living Navy Lodges in the continental Unit- Navy App Locker Now Available are bring-your-own-device (BYOD) PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) -- A The Navy App Locker App can be and designed to work on personal new mobile application which pro- downloaded at no cost via Google devices outside of the NMCI do- vides a direct access point for ap- Play or iTunes. Users can search by main. They can be downloaded at no proved unclassified U.S. Navy mo- "navy app locker" or "seawarrior." cost via Google Play or iTunes. Us- bile apps was released March 16. Both the Navy App Locker app and ers can search by the app name or The Navy App Locker is an app associated website act as a gateway "seawarrior." version of the U.S. Navy's associated to download the Navy's mobile ap- If a command would like an official website, www.applocker.navy.mil/ plications, taking the user straight to Navy mobile application added to and provides Navy Sailors, civilians, the specific app requested to down- the Navy App Locker, please contact and family members a central loca- load on Google Play or iTunes. the Navy App Locker Team at nation to view mobile applications, re- The Navy's mobile apps are a great [email protected] view detailed information about Na- resource for annual required training, The U.S. Navy Sea Warrior Pro- vy-developed apps, and have stream- career tools and education resources. gram (PMW 240) produced the app lined access to their device's appro- There are currently 18 mobile appli- and Tracen Technologies Inc., a priate app store. The Navy App cations searchable on the site. Five company which specializes in inte- Locker assures users the apps they of those mobile applications provide grated mobile and web solutions, are downloading were developed by access to complete required annual was the software developer. the Department of the Navy and con- General Military Training (GMT). tain relevant, up-to-date information. All apps located in the app locker

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NMCB-40 Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony the only five time Super Bowl winning head coach in 10 a.m., Apr. 29th at the U.S. Navy Seabee Museum NFL history: Bill Belichick. and Memorial Park in Quonset Point, North Kingston Coach Belichick’s father Steve served in WWII in the at 10 a.m. Email [email protected] for more United States Navy and saw time both in Europe and information on this event. the Pacific. The World War II Foundation fired one of France’s RI WW I Veterans to Be Honored top aerial Drone camera companies to film some of the April 6, 2017 marks the 100th Anniversary of Ameri- most iconic locations in Normandy from D-Day. The ca's entry into WW I. Over four million Americans result is some of the most spectacular scenes of the served in this conflict and within that number were landing beaches viewers have ever seen. In 2016 the 28,817 from Rhode Island with 612 making the su- WWII Foundation will tell the story of these famous preme sacrifice in the cause of freedom. locations utilizing ONLY aerial footage from our Since 1900 the mission of the Rhode Island Com- Drone camera, along with archival footage from June mandery of the Military Order of Foreign Wars has 6, 1944. been to promote our military history and honor all This will be the only New England showing of the Rhode Island men and women who have served their film prior to its airing on American Public Television. country in uniform. Immediately following the showing there will be a They will do just that on Sunday, April 2 at 11 a.m. brief Q & A session with the producer and director of with a memorial service for all WW I Veterans to be the film, Tim Gray and two Rhode Island 1st wave D- held at the WW I Monument, Memorial Park, South Day veterans of Omaha Beach. Main St. Providence. The Commandery invites all who Please note that due to his hectic schedule, Bill Bel- have a WW I Veteran in their family to attend and hon- ichick will not be able to attend the event. or their loved one. There will be a short program followed by a Memorial Wreath laying ceremony and each attendee will have an opportunity to speak out their Veteran's name to commemorate their service and sacrifice. For more info, contact Lt. Col. Dennis Mor- gan [email protected] or 401-533-8404.

WWII Foundation Presents D-Day: Over Norman- dy Date and Time: Saturday, May 27, 2017 at 1:00pm This event takes place at the Vets located at One Ave- nue of the Arts, Providence, RI. The public is invited to the world premiere of the new documentary film D-Day: Over Normandy narrated by

R.I. Office of Veteran’s Affairs 2017 March Calender Mar 18: 10-1130am North Kingstown Veterans Town Hall Meeting NKHS Auditorium (RIOVA) Mar 18: 9am Vietnam War Commemoration Event & Welcome Home PVAMC (RIPHVAC) Mar 20: 9am-12noon RIOVA / United Way 2-1-1 Van Partnership St. John (RIOVA) Mar 20: Governor’s International Women’s Day State House (NAVSTA Newport) Mar 21: 9am-12noon RIOVA / United Way 2-1-1 Van Partnership SPNM (RIOVA) Mar 22: 9am-12noon RIOVA / United Way 2-1-1 Van Partnership St Edwards (RIOVA) Mar 24: 8am-12noon RIOVA / United Way 2-1-1 Van Partnership Emmanuel House (RIOVA) Mar 25: Operation: Think F.A.S.T. (RING) Mar 28: 9am-1pm RIOVA / United Way 2-1-1 Van Partnership Olneyville Food Pantry (RIOVA) Mar 29: 12-330pm RIOVA / United Way 2-1-1 Van Partnership OCSIL (RIOVA)

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way forward to get these former service members the VA Secretary Announces Intention to care they need. Expand Mental Health Care to Former “I look forward to working with leaders like Con- Service members With Other-than- honorable Discharges and in Crisis gressman Mike Coffman from Colorado, who has WASHINGTON – Department of Veterans Affairs been a champion for OTH service members,” Shulkin Secretary Dr. David J. Shulkin while testifying in a added. "I am grateful for his commitment to our na- House Veterans Affairs Committee hearing on March tion’s Veterans and for helping me better understand 7, 2017, announced his intention to expand provi- the urgency of getting this right.” Veterans in crisis should call the Veterans Crisis Line sions for urgent mental health care needs to former at 800-273-8255 (press 1), or text 838255. service members with other-than-honorable (OTH) administrative discharges. This move marks the first VA Establishes Commission to Recommend time a VA Secretary has implemented an initiative Under Secretary for Benefits WASHINGTON —The Department of Veterans Af- specifically focused on expanding access to assist fairs (VA) today announced the establishment of a former OTH service members who are in mental search commission to help identify candidates for the health distress and may be at risk for suicide or other position of Under Secretary for Benefits. adverse behaviors. The Under Secretary for Benefits is the senior official “The president and I have made it clear that suicide within the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), prevention is one of our top priorities," Shulkin said. which oversees a variety of benefits and services to “We know the rate of death by suicide among Veter- service members, Veterans and their families. ans who do not use VA care is increasing at a greater Search commission candidates will be selected based rate than Veterans who use VA care. This is a nation- on criteria governed by law, along with appropriate al emergency that requires bold action. We must and skills, knowledge and attributes as leaders, managers we will do all that we can to help former service and educators. The commission is a prerequisite to members who may be at risk. When we say even one the president’s appointment of a successful candi- Veteran suicide is one too many, we mean it.” date, subject to Senate confirmation. It is estimated that there are a little more than VBA includes a network of 56 regional offices and 500,000 former service members with OTH discharg- more than 21,800 employees. Nearly 4 million Veter- es. As part of the proposal, former OTH service ans currently receive compensation for disabilities members would be able to seek treatment at a VA incurred in service or pensions for wartime Veterans, emergency department, Vet Center or contact the who become totally disabled in civilian life. In addi- Veterans Crisis Line. tion, more than a half million widows, children and “Our goal is simple: to save lives,” Shulkin contin- parents of deceased Veterans are paid survivor com- ued. “Veterans who are in crisis should receive help pensation or death pensions. immediately. Far too many Veterans have fallen vic- Other programs administered by the Under Secretary tim to suicide, roughly 20 every day. Far too many for Benefits include: education benefits, vocational families are left behind asking themselves what more rehabilitation and employment for Veterans, and life could have been done. The time for action is now.” insurance; as well as VA-guaranteed home loans for Before finalizing the plan in early summer, Shulkin both active-duty personnel and Veterans. will meet with Congress, Vet- The commission, once named, is expected to com- erans Service Organizations plete its work by April 20. For more information and Department of Defense about this position, go to officials to determine the best https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ ViewDetails/447997000/ 19