Happy 222nd Navy Supply !

Feb 24, 2017 Edition

SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:

NUWC Awardees

JPPSO Moving Tips

Military Saves Week Info

MWR Job Fair!

NCIS Tips *

Capt. Doug Noble, top left, cuts the Navy Inside this issue: Supply Corps 222nd Birthday Cake with En- sign Antonio Almazon, youngest ensign in the room, yesterday following the birthday Around the Station 2-4 Chili Cook-off. At right, Capt. Noble pre- sents the second Noble-Pigeon award to Lt. Bravo Zulu Shipmates 5-6 Jason Potvin who dominated the competition with both People’s Choice and Best Tasting Meat & Potatoes of Life 7 Chili. (photos courtesy of NSCS)

Morale, Welfare & Rec. 8 The Navy Supply Corps School (NSCS) celebrated its 222nd birthday Training Command Newport. On The Move 9 yesterday by holding their second annual The judges were sequestered in a sepa- Chili Cook-Off and cake cutting inside rate room while eleven samples, one Fleet & Family Support 10-11 the school house. from each contestant, was served up in Capt. Doug Noble, Commanding Of- Dixie cups and brought in from the multi At the Chapel/At the 12 ficer (CO) of NSCS was joined by fel- -purpose room where the entire student low commanding officers from around body was engaged in selecting the Peo- Museum the installation to judge this heated com- ple’s Choice winner. Now Hear This/Traffic 13-14 petition. Seasoned second year judges - Competition was stiff. Capt. Dennis R.D. Boyer, CO of Contestant Ensign Kevin Marvel came Around the Fleet 15-16 NAVSTA Newport and Training/Fire to the event with a special ingredient: Prevention David Americo - deer meat from a buck he shot himself Veteran News 17 were joined at the tasting table (spoons with a bow and arrow back in Md. last in hand) by Capt. Derric Turner, CO of October. “I think it turned out pretty the Center for Service Support and Capt. well,” he said after joking about how it Michael Savageaux, CO of Officer was only the second time he made chili,

1 AROUND THE STATION Navy higher education libraries announce digital archives and preservation collaboration

U.S. (NWC) Library has an- ity—forever—of digital content with maximum integri- nounced initial implementation of TRIREME digital ty. TRIREME promises to make this easier and more repository and preservation system. affordable through a three-institution partnership.” The name TRIREME comes The NWC Library is now seek- from the ancient Mediterranean ing to extend the scope of TRI- maritime vessels with three REME to include preserving For banks of oars. It stands as a met- Official Use Only (FOUO) in- aphor for the three institutions of formation and documents con- higher education involved in the taining Personally Identifiable initial pilot project: the Naval Information (PII), for example, Postgraduate School in Monte- to meet the federal requirements rey, Calif.; the U.S. Naval Acad- for capturing and managing e- emy in Annapolis, Md.; and mail as permanent electronic NWC. records. TRIREME is the result of a This project will explore the two-year collaboration between adaptability of TRIREME to Navy higher education libraries non-public, restricted access in- and a leading software develop- formation, developing documen- er in digital preservation tech- tation for future implementa- nology and was launched world- tions by the other Navy librar- wide today. It is open to the ies, and investigating new types public. of services that can be built on a The system is now in full production, storing metada- shared platform. ta and content in the cloud and holds approximately “We believe that by employing the same software, 1,600 items from the initial test cases ingested by the standards, and protocols,” Benson said, “the sustaina- three institutions participating. bility and potential for future development of TRI- “TRIREME addresses a growing institutional need to REME are enhanced.” preserve, curate, and disseminate the U.S. Navy’s intel- The future goals of TRIREME focus on three areas: lectual output and permanent federal records that origi- development of a comprehensive corpus of electronic nate in a variety of analog and digital formats,” said documents that represent all the intellectual output of Allen Benson, director of the NWC Library. "Among the U.S. Navy’s higher education institutions since the major current issues are never-ending electronic their founding, digitization of special collections, and records management tasks and protecting against file development of long-term preservation policies that format obsolescence. These are time-consuming activi- comply with published standards and adhere to a pro- ties for archivists, records managers, and their institu- fessional code of ethics. tions to manage and ensure the permanent accessibil-

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

2 AROUND THE STATION Supply Corps Birthday (cont. from page 1) the first being Tuesday night. enrolled in Team “Loose Cannon” served up a Alpha Com- chili that included ground sausage pany, to cut and boasted of having ingredients the celebrato- inspired by Cajon's (apparently ry cake thus team leader Ensign Jake Chivers had putting the a roommate from Ala. and his Sup- frosting on ply Corps shipmates decided to in- another great dulge him.) Supply Corps An interesting outlier for this year’s Birthday cel- competition was the “Low Key” ebration. chili mixed up by Ensigns Jorge Ma- ta and Spencer Adametz, Charlie The Chili Cook-off judges at the Navy Supply Corps Team 1. “We decided to make it so School: Capt. Boyer, Capt. Savageaux, Capt. Noble, Fire everyone can taste it and enjoy it,” Prevention/Training Officer Americo and Capt. Turner. said Mata. Becoming a bit more philosophical about the whole expe- About the Supply Corps… teaches the fundamentals of supply rience, Adametz said “I guess you The history of the Navy Supply and logistics. The curriculum in- could call it a mystery.” Either Corps dates back to 1795 when Pres- cludes training in supply manage- way, it was delicious. ident George Washington appointed ment, food service, retail operations, The judges had to rate each sample Tench Francis as the first purveyor disbursing, and leadership and man- on multiple categories that included of public supplies; however, it was agement. Officers returning to the creativity, hotness, taste and appear- not until 1921 that the first Supply fleet to take charge of an afloat Sup- ance. Only three of the entries Corps School opened in Washing- ply Department attend the Supply would walk away with a coveted ton, D.C. In 1924, the school was Officer Department Head Course or “Noble Pigeon” trophy (ahem, CO’s disestablished but then reopened in Senior Supply Officer Department name is Noble, XO’s name is Pigeon 1934 as the Naval Finance and Sup- Head Courses to review supply fun- = a winning monument!). ply School in Philadelphia. The damentals. After much debate and considera- school then merged with the Supply Other courses include: Joint Avia- tion, the judges selected #11 – “La Corps Reserve Officer School in tion Supply and Maintenance Mate- Flama Blanca” concocted by Lt. 1941. In 1945, the school was rial Management, Introduction to Jason Potvin as the “2017 Best Tast- moved to Bayonne, New Jersey, Expeditionary Logistics, Transporta- ing Chili.” Sueann Costa, a pro- where it operated until 1954, then tion of Hazardous Material, Rela- grammer at the school, walked away relocated to Athens, Georgia, where tional Supply Force Level Course with her Noble Pigeon for the “2017 it remained until December 2010. and Reserve Supply Management Hottest Chili” in this year’s competi- The Navy Supply Corps School Advanced Refresher Training. The tion. Potvin’s white flame also officially opened its doors here in school also partners with interna- earned him the “2017 People’s Newport in January 2011. tional military and civilian manage- Choice” award. The mission of the Navy Supply ment programs to offer the Interna- Capt. Nobel likens Potvin to the Corps School is to develop Navy tional Officer Supply Basic Course, “Tom Brady of Chili.” The CO Supply Corps officers and other lo- International Logistics Executive took the opportunity to point out to gistics professionals through inte- Advanced Development and Ad- the students the value of little things grated education and training while vanced Management Program. like holding such an event for boost- building their personal, professional The Navy Supply Corps School ing the morale of a crew. and leadership competencies to meet trains more than 2,400 students eve- Following the awarding of the current and future global defense ry year. The training is delivered in- beautiful golden birds, Capt. Noble challenges. As the initial training resident and through distance learn- invited the youngest Supply Corps site for new Supply Corps officers, ing via a mobile training team or Officer in the room, Ensign Antonio the Basic Qualification Course/Basic Video Tele-Training. Almazon, 20 years old and currently Qualification Course Navy Reserves

3 AROUND THE STATION Left to right (front row): BM3 Ken- dall Brown, ABF1 Michael Scaglio- Port Ops Going Strong! ne, BM3 Kevin Reeve, BM3 Donald Bournekaluhiwa, and BMC Americo Medina (center). Left to right (back row): UT1 Steven Steinle, IC2 Jimonte Neclos, NS Newport CMC Paul King, BM3 Jonathon Barmbar- rientes, and MA3 Dante Breaux. Port Operations is the primary man- ager for NSNPT Waterfront. They have control of all vessels entering and exiting the harbor, all internal movements, and services. They are the initial point of contact to arrange for pilots, tugs, shore power, brow placement, potable water, phone lines, and other hotel services needed by each vessel. They are responsible for the planning, coordination, and scheduling for the safe arrival and departure of all U.S. Navy vessels, United States Fleet Forces Command (USFFC) - approved Foreign Navy, USCG and MSC and chartered ships. They maintain operational readiness while maintaining a safe environment and base CO guidance compliance.

Rear Adm. Jack Scorby, (center), Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (CNRMA) visited NAVSTA New- port this week for briefings and meetings and took time out to have lunch with Aquidneck Island Community Leaders Wednesday at the Officer's Club. Joining the admiral are from left to right, Mayor Harry Winthrop and Joe Nicholson, City Manager, both from Newport; Keith Hamilton, Portsmouth Town Council President; CNR- MA; Rich Rainer, Portsmouth Town Administrator; Erin Donovan-Boyle, Director of the Newport County Chamber of Commerce and Capt. Dennis R.D. Boyer, Commanding Officer, NAVSTA Newport.

4 BRAVO ZULU SHIPMATES...

Rear. Adm. Jack Scorby, Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic had breakfast in Ney Hall Galley with some NAVSTA Sailors this week during his short visit to the installation. The NAVSTA enlisted chosen to have breakfast with CNRMA are all high achieving Sailors and were presented coins following the meal. From left are MA1 Richard Duarte; MA2 Ian Cook; IC2 Jimonte Neclos; RP2 Devon Smith and CS2 Desi Jackson.

Congratulations to the recent graduates of the Surface Warfare Officers School Command LCS OOD Course 091! The LCS (Littoral Combat Ship) is one of the Navy’s newest classes of warship (with ZUMWALT now being the newest. (From left to right) LT Ryan Murtha (Instructor), LTJG Matthew Smith, LT David Wiley, LT Jordan Brad- ford, LT Gregory Mull, LT Jagdeep Sidhu, CDR Matthew Richter, CDR Drew Borovies, LT Amanda Miller, LT James Aterberry (Instructor).

5 BRAVO ZULU SHIPMATES... Naval Undersea Warfare Center Newport Earns NAVSEA By NUWC, Public Affairs Twenty-two members of Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Newport were recently named individually or as members of a team in the 2016 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Engi- neer, Scientist and Technical Authority of the Year Awards. NAVSEA, in Washington, D.C., named winners from NAVSEA headquarters, program executive of- fices, warfare centers, and waterfront and field activi- ties as recipients of the annual awards. According to the NAVSEA announcement, they were recognized for exceptional leadership, customer care and contri- butions to the Navy mission. Denise Crimmins, a resident of Middletown, R.I., was The award winners were selected from across the en- named Technical Authority (TA) of the Year for her tire NAVSEA enterprise which includes 80,000 em- accomplishments as deputy director, Undersea Warfare ployees. Among the 49 individuals named as (USW) Systems Engineering, NUWC Div. Newport. NAVSEA awardees, 23 were from NUWC Newport. (Photo by NUWC) Denise Crimmins, a resident of Middletown, R.I., was named Technical Authority (TA) of the Year for her ac- -Access Area Denial environment. The United States complishments as deputy director, Undersea Warfare Pacific Command provided an independent assessment, (USW) Systems Engineering, a position she held from which stated the system is "rated highly in virtually eve- July 2012 to August 2016. In that position, she was re- ry category...it is determined the AWESUM system sponsible for all aspects of technical, business, financial, demonstrates operational utility and is recommended for organizational, personnel, and corporate operations to transition to a Program of Record(s)." Currently, the execute technical authority under the domain of USW system is being deployed and moving forward as a fiscal Systems Engineering. She directed a team of national- year 2017 program of record. There were 17 Division level technical experts to safeguard the Navy's systems. Newport members of the team. In helping lead this organization, she demonstrated her NAVSEA’s Scientist Team Category award went to skills as an effective communicator, collaborating with NUWC’s five-member DGO-1 Coating Test Team. all levels of personnel at the warfare centers, program In 2014, a Division Newport team of scientists began offices, fleet, NAVSEA groups, and other organizations. an effort to find out how to make cables and connectors Her technical capabilities and leadership qualities have last longer in the fleet. The team investigated a coating benefitted the NAVSEA organization by ensuring that material by Teledyne/D.G. O'Brien (DGO-1), conduct- the right people are in the right position to fully execute ing a short-term test to determine the coating was re- TA. Crimmins currently serves as the Division Newport sistant to cathodic delamination and developing a meth- Senior Scientific Technical Manager for USW Prototyp- od to conduct long-term corrosion testing in a shortened ing. time period. The savings over the lifetime a single sub- In the Engineer Team Category, NUWC’s Advanced marine-class accrued from switching to DGO-1 coating Weapons Enhanced by Submarine Unmanned Aerial on one set of outboard cables for one set of sensors is System (UAS) Against Mobile Targets (AWESUM) estimated to be about $150 million. UAS/Tactical Data Link (TDL) Team was one of two “Congratulations to all of the outstanding nominees teams named nationally by NAVSEA. and award recipients!” said Vice Adm. Thomas Moore, The AWESUM UAS/TDL Engineering Team recently the commander of NAVSEA. “I am very proud of eve- completed the two-year Joint Capability Technology ryone involved and the incredible work that you do. Demonstration effort to rapidly deliver the warfighter Thank you for all that you do for our Navy.” with the ability to discretely and quickly identify and defeat time-sensitive mobile targets in an advanced Anti

6 THE MEAT & POTATOES OF LIFE Lisa Smith Fat Tuesday? Fat chance! Molinari By now, two months into 2017, The next morning, I cannot get out stop drinking liquids to minimize most people have given up on their of bed. bathroom visits, which of course, New Year’s resolutions to lose My stomach muscles are scream- stalls my weight loss. I turn to a can weight. I’ll admit it, I give up every ing in pain from the sets of planks of Pringles for comfort, and the year around this time, and the I’d done to impress some younger whole cycle starts all over again. chronic pattern of lose-gain-guilt- spouses on the mats, and I feel par- However, this year will be differ- lose-gain-guilt repeats itself in per- alyzed from the waist down. ent. Instead of falling back into old petuity. Unable to lift my torso from the routines, I’m trying new metabo- Every year, I start out raring and mattress, I roll sideways to exit the lism-boosting meals, I ordered a ready to drop ten pounds fast. bed. gluten-free cookbook, and I’m find- I pick a simple diet without pesky While walking gingerly to the ing new walking trails around town. portion controls, to fit our hectic bathroom, I note that my thighs feel I started eating more fish, loading lifestyle. You know, the kind that a bit tender, but nothing prepares up on weird veggies I’ve never tried allows me to eat pork rinds dipped me for the excruciating experience like rainbow chard, and enjoying all in mayonnaise, bacon-wrapped of using the toilet. the fruits that were forbidden back prime rib, and blocks of cream in my pork rind days. cheese to my heart’s content. I still made mistakes, like A couple of weeks into the the night I drank three glasses diet, I’m five pounds of toxin- of red wine, which lowered flushing water weight down, my inhibitions enough for me and other than extreme consti- to eat an entire package of pation and debilitating fatigue, windmill cookies that had I feel fabulous. been in the back of the cabi- However, during week three net since Christmas. or four, the needle on my scale But overall, I’ve stayed on wouldn’t budge. I eat more track. eggs than Cool Hand Luke, but Still, I can’t help but wor- the only thing I lose is motivation. Standing in front of the porcelain ry… Is long-term change really Without the stimulus of weight loss, fixture, I unhinge my knees, expect- achievable? Do I have the strength I just can’t take it anymore. ing my quadriceps to take over to disprove the adage that old habits In a last ditch effort to break where my joints left off. But as my die hard? Will the syrup smothered through my weight loss plateau, I quads contract to support my mid- smorgasbord of Fat Tuesday tempt hit the base gym … hard. dle-aged girth, I am seized with du- me to board the weight loss roller Although I haven’t done more al jolts of agony. coaster for another ride? than power walk in years, I find Instinctively, my legs go limp, I Fat chance. After 35 years of gain- myself in the weight room with cry out in pain, and I plop onto the ing and losing the same ten pounds, dozens of iron-pumping young mil- seat, knocking the toilet paper off I’m ready to break the cycle for itary men, heaving heavy disks onto its roller and the magazines off the good. the squat machine like a pro. sink. Rainbow chard, anyone? They’re doing it, why can’t I? After making all necessary depos- With the bar across my shoulders, I its, I wonder how I’m supposed to lower my 50-year-old mom frame get back up without the use of my Lisa’s syndicated column appears in into a squat, and am pleasantly sur- thighs. military and civilian newspapers including prised to see a little muscle bulging In a clumsy attempt to stand, I Stars and Stripes, and on her blog at www.themeatandpotatoesoflife.com in my thigh. I’m so relieved to somehow pull the towel rail out of and can be contacted at know it still exists, I repeat the ma- the wall. [email protected] or on neuver over and over, happily The rest of the week, I walk Twitter: @MolinariWrites or ‘like’ her on watching my little muscle flexing around like I just got off a horse, I Facebook at: https://facebook.com/ just under the skin. avoid all physical exercise, and I TheMeatandPotatoesofLife

7 MORALE, WELFARE, & RECREATION

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9 FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER February 2017 #staypositive Workshops: For information on any of these programs or Fleet and Family Support Center workshops and to register, and MWR’s Child and Youth Pro- please call (401) 841-2283. grams are sponsoring a project that's Active duty, family members, targeted towards combating our Sail- Reservists, National Guard, ors' stress-- Positivity Cards. retirees, and The #StayPositive campaign will be hosting four DoD em- events where Sailors, family members and children ployees are can compose and decorate positive phrases on index welcome. cards. Feb 28: These cards in turn will be complied, professionally SAPR-C laminated and labeled with the NAVSTA logo to be Training, 9- distributed throughout the installation... with the 10 a.m.; goal of spreading cheerfulness throughout the instal- FAP/SAPR lation and beyond. Training for The messages on these cards will be short but posi- CDO’s, 8- 9 tive, operating on the concept that sometimes it does a.m. not take much to help uplift someone's spirits. Stress does not discriminate: being on shore duty does not keep our service members from being affected by it, and using our children's art is a unique way of help- ing Sailors to lighten their mood.

NCIS Tip of the Week Workplace Violence...acts of violence can occur even -Frequent arguments or conflicts with coworkers, cus- in the safest workplaces. Each year an estimated 1.7 tomers, vendors, or delivery people million workers are victims of assault in the workplace. Take care of yourself during stressful times, particular- Recognize and report the warning signs: ly when you are experiencing any of the following: -Any direct or indirect threat -Personal difficulties: Marital, family, relationship, -Pattern of intimidating, harassing, or aggressive be- legal, or financial issues. Talk with an EAP consultant. havior -Excessive workload: If you feel overloaded or are -Uncontrolled or explosive anger working extra hours, talk with your supervisor about -Stealing from command or employees ways to reduce the load. -Sudden or marker change in behavior or appearance -Coworker conflicts: If you are having problems with -Signs of substance abuse a coworker or there is friction in your department, talk -Damaging command property or repeatedly commit- with your supervisor or an EAP consultant. ting safety violations You help promote the safest workplace possible by -Uncharacteristic isolation from coworkers turning to your command leadership, security, or an -Bringing an unauthorized weapon to work or having EAP consultant when you have safety concerns or need an excessive fascination with weapons support. -Obsessive fascination with incidents of workplace vi- olence -Frequent disputes over disciplinary actions, termina- tion, or other personal actions -Harassing others by telephone or email, including tell- ing or sending offensive jokes

10 FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER Military Saves Week is Feb 27-March 3!

Military Saves Week is from Feb 27 to Mar 3! Stop by building 690 to learn how you can save money!

11 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.

Ash Wednesday Ecumenical Services will be held March 1 at noon and at 4:30 p.m.

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 10:30 a.m. Protestant Contemporary Service

AT THE MUSEUM educator. His latest book, Reagan's 1968 Dress Re- hearsal: Ike, RFK, and Reagan's Emergence as a World Statesman tells the inspiring, never-before-told history of Ronald Reagan's first quest for the presidency in the late 1960s. Kopelson reveals the brand new history that behind the scenes, Reagan had a hidden mentor on do- mestic politics and on world affairs: former president Dwight Eisenhower.

Lecture of Opportunity on Base March 8: The Naval War College Museum is hosting a lecture by Gene Kopelson on Wednesday, March 8. This lec- ture will be held at noon on the second deck of the mu- seum (Founders Hall). All base patrons are invited to attend. "Ike and Dutch: Mentor, Protege, and Common Sense" is Kopelson's book talk, in which audio clips, previous- ly lost to history, reveal presidential candidate, and later President, Ronald Reagan discussing the critical im- portance of Eisenhower's mentorship of Reagan, which The Naval War College Museum is located at 686 extended through the end of Reagan's presidency and Cushing Rd. and is open Monday through Friday from beyond. Kopelson has spoken at the Dwight D. Eisen- noon to 4:30 p.m. The museum is open to anyone with hower Presidential Library in Abilene, Stanford Univer- routine base access and their guests. For individuals sity Hoover Institute's combined lecture with The Herit- who do not have base access, call 841-4052/2101 five age Foundation, The Institute for World Politics, The days in advance of your visit and provide information to Discovery Institute, and soon at the Ronald W. Reagan facilitate a back ground check. The museum has staff Society at Eureka College. on hand for guided tours if you have a group you would Gene Kopelson is the president of the New England like to bring to the museum. Email contact is: chapter of the Theodore Roosevelt Association, a pub- [email protected]. lished historian, an active Churchillian, and a holocaust

12 NOW HEAR THIS Free Tax Filing On Base NAPS Mens basketball vs. St. Thomas More, NAPS gym 302 at 3 p.m. on Feb In partnership with the IRS, 25. Tax-Aide volunteers are again preparing personal federal and NAPS Mens Lacross vs. Western New state tax returns free of charge for military members, England Junior Varsity on Nimitz Field retirees, staff employees and their families at the Feb 26 at noon. The men take on North NAVSTA Command Building, 690 Peary St. (bldg. Eastern University Club on March 4, 690) now through Apr 11. beginning at 1 p.m. on Nimitz Field. This free service is offered each Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; appointments are preferred. Providence College Armed Forces Appreciation For appointments or additional information, please Night at the Friars vs. Depaul at the Dunkin Donuts call Jeff Carney at (401) 294-6775 or email: Center. Tip off is at 8:30 p.m, on Feb 28th and dis- [email protected] count tickets are still available at: www.friars.com/ The Tax-Aide program is sponsored by the Volunteer armedforces Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs; volunteers are trained MWR Job Fair and certified annually by the IRS. Wednesday, March 1 When you go for your appointment, make sure to LOCATION: Newport bring a current photo ID, social security cards, wage Marriott, 25 Ameri- and earnings statements (pay, interest/dividends, social ca’s Cup Ave New- security, pension, etc), health insurance documentation port, RI 02840 and last year’s tax return, if possible. 8 a.m. - Military Spouses & Veterans Electronic or paper filing is available, however, e- 9 a.m. - General Public filing preferred. Mr. Carney is located across from Come be part of the MWR team! They have full time NAVSTA Admin. and flexible hours (perfect for students and moms) Jeff Carney, the Tax Assistance Volunteer, is a Navy AVAILABLE POSITIONS INCLUDE: veteran with 30 years of active duty and 40+ years of Child & Youth Assistants (infant, toddler, youth care- tax preparation experience. givers); Sail Instructors/Marina Staff; Lifeguard; Maintenance/Construction; Coffee Barista; Waitress; Fire Prevention Note: Bartender; Cook; Fitness Staff; Housekeeper; Front Did You Know? Smoking materials Desk; Field Maintenance; Event Staff; Electricians are the leading cause of fire deaths. Fitness Instructors; Smoking material fires are preventa- Applicants must bring: ble. Keep cigarettes, lighters, matches, All Jobs: and other smoking materials up high • Resume and out of the reach of small children, • Copy of DD214 (if applicable) preferably in a locked cabinet • Driver’s License or State Issued ID • Social Security Card Navy Federal Credit Union 50th Anniversary is March • Copy of High School Diploma 10th, stop in and congratulate the team! • Three Reference Letters Spouse Preference: St. Patrick’s Day Parade • Must have a copy of Military Members Orders The Navy and Marine Corps will be well represented Child & Youth: in this year’s Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicking • Copy of College Transcripts off on Broadway, March 11 at 11 a.m. Navy Band Fitness & Sailing Instructors: Northeast, a contingent from Officer Training Com- • Copy of Certifications mand Newport, the Navy Supply Corps School, and Lifeguards: Navy and Marine Corps Color Guards will all be par- • Copy of CPR/First Aid Certification ticipating. Come out and show your Military pride and For more information, call (401) 841-4992. celebrate with the community!

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NMCRS Active Duty Fund Drive runs March 1—31st—Anyone can give! TRAFFIC who have been cleared to GATE 1 will continue to ATTENTION FAST DRIVERS! drive onto the installation only open Mon-Fri from NAVSTA POLICE are issuing - so just specify you want 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. until fur- Federal Traffic violation tickets to be picked up or ther notice that will result in monetary fines or dropped off on the base Gate Hours: you can contest them by going to when you call for the Following are routine gate federal court in Providence. This is cab. hours: in addition to running the risk of -Gate 1: Gate 1 is open Mon-Fri having your driving privileges on Scheduled lane closures: from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. until further the base suspended by the Com- Perry Rd & Luce Ave. - Water notice. manding Officer. Please slow line installation work will continue - Gate 2: Open for 7 days a down and remind your colleagues in the intersection of Perry Road week/24 hours a day until further to do the same. and Luce Avenue through the end notice. of March. Traffic patterns at this -Gate 17: Open Mon-Fri from 6 DON’T DRINK & DRIVE! intersection and around CHI will be a.m. to 6 p.m. There are plenty of options for get- changing. Drivers need to stay - NHCNE Gate 7: Open Mon-Fri 6 ting around without sitting behind flexible and please do not cut a.m. to 6 p.m. the wheel after you have been through the housing area. - NUWC Gate 23: Open Mon-Fri, drinking alcohol. Here on Aquid- 24/7, for commuters. neck Island, Orange Cab (401) 737- Chandler Avenue - Barriers in the - NUWC Gate 32: Open Mon-Fri, 2868); Bizarros Transportation eastbound lane will remain during 6:30 to 9 a.m. and 3:30 to 5:30 (774) 930-2416) and Airport Taxi steam line repairs until the project p.m., for commuters. (401) 841-0030) all have drivers is complete (date to be determined)

14 AROUND THE FLEET 1 Conducts South China Sea Patrol By From Carrier Strike Group One Pub- lic Affairs

SOUTH CHINA SEA (NNS) -- Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1, including Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 1's Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile de- stroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108), and aircraft from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2, began routine operations in the South China Sea, Feb. 18. Prior to their operations in the South China Sea, ships and aircraft from within the strike group conducted training off the islands of Hawaii and Guam to main- tain and improve their readiness and develop Official U.S. Navy file photo of USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). cohesion as a strike group. The strike group recently enjoyed a port visit to Guam and after departing the Marianas, conducted ed operational areas of responsibility for 3rd and 7th operations in the Philippine Sea. Fleets. "The training completed over the past few weeks has Third Fleet operating forward offers additional options really brought the team together and improved our ef- to the Pacific Fleet commander by leveraging the capa- fectiveness and readiness as a strike group," said Rear bilities of 3rd and 7th Fleets. This operational concept Adm. James Kilby, commander, CSG 1. "We are look- allows both numbered fleets to complement one another ing forward to demonstrating those capabilities while and provide the foundation of stability in the Indo-Asia- building upon existing strong relationships with our al- Pacific region. lies, partners and friends in the Indo-Asia-Pacific re- CVW-2 includes the "Black Knights" of Helicopter gion." Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 4, the "Blue Hawks" of Vinson last deployed to the Western-Pacific in 2015 Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 78, the and conducted a bilateral exercise with the Royal Ma- "Bounty Hunters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2, laysian Navy and Royal Malaysian Air Force in the the "Blue Blasters" of VFA-34, the "Kestrels" of VFA- South China Sea. Vinson first operated in the South 137, the "Golden Dragons" of VFA-192, the "Black Ea- China Sea in 1983 and in total, has operated there dur- gles" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron ing 16 previous deployments over its 35 year history. (VAW) 113, the "Gauntlets" of Electronic Attack While deployed, the Carl Vinson CSG will remain un- Squadron (VAQ) 136 and the der U.S. 3rd Fleet command and control, including be- "Providers" of Fleet Logistic Support yond the international dateline, which previously divid- Squadron (VRC) 30.

Look for this emblem when you are out shopping, din- ing or getting things repaired here in R.I. The New- port County chamber of Commerce oversees this discount pro- gram—don’t forget to ask for a military discount if you see it! For a complete listing of retail, recreational and restaurants that partic- ipate in the program, go to www.risalutes.org

15 AROUND THE FLEET NAVADMIN Soliciting Sailors for RDC Duty Training to be an RDC begins at RDC "C" school. Candidates must have passed the most recent physi- cal fitness assessment, including the run. No option- al cardiorespiratory event may be substituted. RDCs at OTC are E-7 and above, and RDCs at RTC are E- 5 and above. Serving as an RDC results not only in growth as a leader, increased career advancement opportunities, and a feeling of self-fulfillment, but it also includes the following benefits: * $450 per month Special Duty Assignment Pay. * Additional annual clothing allowance of $220. * Opportunity to earn a Master Training Specialist Qualification. Chief Boatswain's Mate Ludwik Dyrkacz, a recruit divi- * In line with the American Council on Education sion commander, ensures the proper fit of Seaman Recruit evaluation, RDCs may earn up to 15 college credits Madeleine Bohnert's white enlisted hat, or "Dixie cup," during uniform issue at Recruit Training Command. Boh- (both upper and lower credits) towards a bachelor's nert was among the first female recruits to be issued the degree, and choice of follow-on coast assignment. Dixie cup as part of the Navy's efforts for uniformity in The RDC duty at OTC and RTC each has its own service members' uniforms. (U.S. Navy photo by Sue Krawczyk) unique challenges. However, with the significant numbers of RDCs needed at RTC, PERS-4 has insti- By Naval Service Training Command Public Affairs tuted an additional sea duty credit incentive for RDCs GREAT LAKES (NNS) -- The Navy is recruiting Sail- reporting to RTC on/after Oct. 1, 2016, and who com- ors to become recruit division commanders (RDCs) at plete a 36-month RDC tour. Recruit Training Command, the Navy's only boot camp, According to NAVADMIN 042/17, interested Sailors and Officer Training Command, as announced in the must submit an Enlisted Personnel Action Request NAVADMIN 042/17 message, released Feb. 23. (NAVPERS 1306/7) requesting duty as an RDC to the , Vice Adm. R. P. Burke, in appropriate rating detailer. Reference (a) contains all the message calls on Navy leadership to canvass their screening requirements and instructions for waiver sub- top-quality enlisted personnel and encourage them to missions. All commanding officers with interested Sail- consider RDC as their next shore duty choice. The job ors must ensure packages for prospective RDC candi- of an RDC is not easy shore duty. The hours are long, dates are screened thoroughly. the work is physically challenging, and strong character Additional information can be found on the NPC web- and personal integrity are required throughout the site at http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/enlisted/ RDCs' work day. However, the personal reward of detailing/shorespecialprograms/pages/default2.aspx. training and preparing Sailors for the fleet is unmatched. Screening packages must be sent via e-mail to mi- Burke added in the NAVADMIN message, "a strong [email protected], by fax to (901)874-2646/ and resilient Navy is built on the leadership put in place DSN 882, or by mail to: Commander, Navy Personnel to develop our force. The Navy's accessions training at Command, PERS 4010, 5720 Integrity Drive, Milling- Officer Training Command Newport (OTC) and Recruit ton, TN 38055-4000. Training Command (RTC) are our starting points for For more news on the Navy's only boot camp, visit turning civilians into Sailors by instilling the Navy's http://www.bootcamp.navy.mil. Core Values. The leaders that provide this initial train- ing are the Recruit Division Commanders (RDC)."

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Veterans Town Hall Meeting RI Disabled American Veterans PROVIDENCE, R.I. - The Providence VA Medical (DAV), Chapter 15, Lawson-Raiola, East Bay, will Center and the Veterans Benefits Administration's hold a BOOTCAMP BREAKFAST on Saturday, Providence Regional Office are hosting a joint Veter- March 4, 2017, at 8:15 a.m. at the VFW, Post 4487, 52 ans town hall meeting from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Underwood Lane, Middletown, R.I. (off Coddington Feb. 24, at the Providence VAMC. Highway). Leadership from both the Providence VAMC and A full breakfast will be served and the cost is $5.00 VBA Regional Office will provide updates and re- per person. All Veterans, spouses, active duty and spond to questions from the audience during the guests are welcome. meeting, which will be in the 5th floor auditorium of Come hear the updates on benefits, entitlements, etc. the main hospital building, 830 Chalkstone Ave. in and have you questions and concerns answered by the Providence. National Service Officers. In addition to the town hall meeting, the Providence Please make checks payable to: RI DAV, Chapter 15 VBA Regional Office will hold "How to File for and mail to Lawrence Matika, 35 Adams Point Road, Benefits" seminars on the same day in classroom 2 Barrington, R.I. 02806. on the 5th floor: The deadline for this event is Feb. 28, 2017 and please 10:00 to 10:50 a.m. - Service Connection contact Walter Coelho, Jr. Vice CDR, at 1-508.-965- 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. - NSC Pension and Survivor 1557. Benefits The VBA Claims Clinic at the Providence VAMC will also be open for its normal business hours 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., in room D146, which is down the hall Military OneSource Feb Resources from where Starbucks is being renovated. eNewsletter: Military OneSource February 2017 Operation Stand Down Steak Fry eNewsletter Dinner is served from 3:00-6:00 p.m. with music and raffles throughout the night! Article: How to Build a Positive Relationship with Where: Smithfield Elks Lodge located at 326 Farnum Your Spouse When You're in the Military Pike, Smithfield RI Mobile Application: Love Every Day When: Saturday March 4, 2017 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cost: $20 per. ticket For additional resources on these topic and other top- All proceeds go directly to the veterans we serve. ics please visit www.MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 1-800-342-9647.

“Women Veterans across the Nation Tea" sponsored by Rhode Island State unit 118 to be held at the R.I. Veterans Home on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. on March 15. All women Veterans and Active duty Women are welcome.

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