Another Look at the NaplesPublic Health Evaluation

Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military community in italy58th year, No. 44 Friday, November 22, 2013

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From Naval Support Activity Naples Public Affairs

The Naples Public HealthEvaluation (NPHE) was anextensive effort to learnmore about the potentialenvironmental health riskspresent in the Campaniaregion of Italy. The Navyestablished health protectivepolicies based on the study’sfindings to protect the healthof U.S. personnel and theirfamilies, which includes bot-tled water advisories andhealth protective leaseclauses.

The U.S. Navy is commit-ted to ensuring our families

are safe while serving ourcountry at home or overseas.The NPHE began in January2008 and was completed inJune 2011. The studyinvolved the collection of tapwater, irrigation water, soil,soil gas and air samples.NMCPHC also conductedepidemiological studies –focusing on birth defects,cancer and asthma – and afood study.

The NPHE was a compre-hensive study of the healthrisks associated with poten-tial exposure to chemicals inthe environment resultingfrom the area’s waste dispos-al practices. The Campania

region of Italy has experi-enced numerous challengesassociated with trash collec-tion and illegal waste dispos-al practices over the last cou-ple of decades. In response tohealth concerns expressedby U.S. Navy personnel in2007, U.S. Navy RegionEurope, Africa, SouthwestAsia contacted the Navy andMarine Corps Public HealthCenter (NMCPHC) to con-duct a comprehensive publichealth evaluation to assessthe potential health risks forU.S. personnel living in theNaples area.

A 395 square-mile regionalarea was divided into nine

Naples Area Second Class Petty OfficerAssociation (NASCPOA) Sailors spearheaded abridge cleanup outside the Support Site inGricignano di Aversa, Nov. 16.

Members of the association were concernedabout the vegetation overgrowth hinderingdrivers and pedestrians from being able to seethe oncoming traffic around corners.

“The idea came to me one day when I wasdriving across the bridge and a branch brokemy mirror,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate

(Handling) 2nd Class Brent Paucke, vice presi-dent of operation for the NASCPOA. “Not onlydid it cost me money to fix, but I realized howunsafe this bridge really is.”

The bridge is a common road service mem-bers, civilian contractors and local nationalstake.

“Everyone drives over this bridge everyday,and this clean up will have a direct effect on thecommunity’s quality of life,” said Paucke.

The city of Gricignano di Aversa providedtools and personnel to help the NASCPOA withthe clean up.

“The mayor of Gricignano provided us withabout 90 percent of the tools such as shovels,

rakes, brooms, and heavy machinery operatedby local nationals,” said Paucke. “TheGricignano police department and local areagarbage companies came out in support as well.”

Sailors ranging from junior enlisted to seniorenlisted came out to help the association withthe clean up.

“It was a great experience being able to con-tribute to something that really makes animpact in my community,” said PersonnelSpecialist Seaman Taisha Littles. “I hope in thefuture, more and more volunteers will come outbecause it’s beneficial whether for work evalu-ations or just being able to help improve com-munity life.”

2nd Classes Arrange Bridge Cleanup

By MC2 Jason Howard, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-EastDetachment Europe

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Sailors load a dump truck with brush during a bridge clean up outside the Support Site in Gricignano di Aversa, Nov. 16. NASCPOA coordi-nated with the mayor of Gricignano, who provided some personnel and about 90 percent of the tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms and heavymachinery in order to ensure the safety of motorists and pedestrians crossing the bridge. (Photo by MC3 Emily Williams)

study areas. Environmentalsamples were collected fromApril 2008 through October2009. Samples were collectedfrom 543 off-base privaterental homes occupied byU.S. personnel and from 10U.S. Government-relatedpro perties. Each sample wasanalyzed for approximately240 chemicals and microor-ganisms in eight main cate-gories: volatile organic com-pounds, semi-volatile organiccompounds, pesticides, poly-chlorinated biphenyls, diox-ins and furans, metals,microorganisms (bacteria),and radionuclides.

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Base Notes•• ••

Last night, I conducted a TownHall meeting at the Support SiteChapel to discuss recent commu-nity concerns regarding theNaples Public Health Evaluation.Though the study took place sev-eral years ago and all of the datahas been publicly available ath t t p : / / w w w. c n i c . n a v y. m i l /regions/cnreurafswa/

installations/nsa_naples/about/health_awareness.html since

2011, the NPHE has been gettingtraction in the media due to dis-closures in criminal trial proceedings against a former Camorra bosswho operated in the region. In the interest of always being transpar-ent with our community, I have re-engaged through our Facebookpage, this newspaper column and my radio show, as well as the TownHall last night.

There is a longer article also in today’s Panorama regarding thislarger issue, but I want to briefly touch on some of these topics here,as I did on the radio this morning. As part of the enduring processesdeveloped in the wake of the NPHE’s findings, we have provisions inoff-base leases to require landlords to provide bottled water for drink-ing, food preparation, brushing of teeth, pets, etc. Landlords are alsorequired to clean and disinfect water holding tanks, and tenantsshould hold their landlords accountable to these requirements. If res-idents are having problems with either of these issues, they shouldcontact the housing office for assistance.

I also often get questions regarding our food and food suppliers. Atthe commissary, we get very little of our food from the local area andall from approved sources. Food is trucked down from the commis-sary’s main warehouse in Germany. The commissary gets food fromvarious approved sources all over Europe. Most of it comes fromGermany, some of it from northern Italy, and everything that we doreceive is labeled from where it originates. In addition, all of our food,including produce, is monitored by the U.S. Army VeterinaryCommand (VETCOM) and DECA to meet required standards. TheNaples Public Health Assessment evaluated food for safety and foundno issues. Recently there was a news article in the Italian media thatannounced the seizure of a large area of crops in the Caivano area,which is two cities over from the Support Site. These crops wereallegedly irrigated from several wells that were contaminated andtherefore the Italian authorities seized the crops before they made itto market. I always tell people that where you shop is a personal riskdecision, and though many Italian grocers have their own quality con-trol measures (unlike the roadside vendor who almost assuredly hasnone), if you want to be absolutely sure of the safety of your food, shopat the commissary.

In closing, the Navy and I personally have always been proactive onthis issue, especially in communicating it to our Naples family. Infact, I acquired $300,000 to complete an ongoing Radon study, as partof an effort to ensure our continued environmental safety—NSANaples is the only OCONUS location doing a study of this kind atpresent. I take it seriously because I value the health and wellbeingof our Navy families.

Please visit http://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/installa-tions/nsa_naples/about/health_awareness.html and take a look at thedocumentation there as you are able. Lastly, enjoy the weekend, andknow that we are continually working to ensure your safety and thesafety of your family.

Captain’s Corner•• ••

By Capt. Scott Gray

NSA Commanding OfficerParticipation Encouraged in SAPRSurvey

The 2013 Navywide sexual assault survey isshort and completely anonymous. It can beaccessed from any web-enabled computer, tabletor smartphone at www.donsapro.navy.mil/don-sas.html. The password for all military partici-pants is “2013SURVEY”, and the survey will beavailable through Jan. 6.

TRIPS Software Strongly Encouraged forTraveling Sailors

TRIPS, a software program that assists Sailorsin planning road trips, is strongly encouraged tobe used by all active-duty personnel. All Navyusers should now access TRIPS directly by visit-ing https://trips.safety.army.mil/navy/login.aspx.Sailors who previously accessed TRIPS throughNKO should click the “Forgot your Password” linkon the login screen. At the next screen, enter yourcurrent military email address and click on “sub-mit.” An email will be sent to that address with alink to enter a new password. Once this new pass-word is established, users can then login to TRIPSat the above link from any computer.

Reminder to Register to VotePlease remember to register to vote; the 2014

Election is less than a year out and it is never tooearly. Register for an absentee ballot atwww.fvap.gov. For more information, please con-tact the Voting Assistance Office at DSN 626-3888.

2013 Military Mail Holiday MailingDates

The following are recommended mail-by datesfor best chance delivery prior to Dec. 25.

From the United States, Dec. 16 for ExpressMail Military Service, Dec. 3 for First-ClassMail, Dec. 3 for Priority Mail, Nov. 26 for SpaceAvailable Mail, and Nov. 12 for ParcelPost/Parcel Air Lift. From Europe/Bahrain(including Naples), Dec. 17 for Express MailMilitary Service, Dec. 3 for First-Class Mail,Dec. 3 for Priority Mail, Nov. 26 for SpaceAvailable Mail, and Nov. 12 for ParcelPost/Parcel Air Lift. Insurance is strongly sug-gested on all holiday packages.

Now – Dec. 7: Capo Power OutagesPublic Works will be conducting annual substa-

tion transformer maintenance throughout Capountil Dec. 7. This maintenance will require elec-trical power outages to most buildings. Theschedule for the electrical outages is as follows:Nov. 23: Club, Gym, NEX, and QOL III from mid-night – 8 a.m. Dec. 7: Admin I, II and III, and theC4I building from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. FacilitiesOperations Specialists have provided notifica-tion to impacted tenants and signs will be postedprior to the outages.

Now through Dec 3: Holiday GreetingCard Contest

The Command Holiday Greeting Card Contestencourages all commands and command-spon-sored organizations to create a 4-ft by 8-ft ply-wood holiday card and enter to win prizes. FromDec. 4 to Jan. 3, cards will be displayed alongSupport Site Main Street. Plywood is availablefor pickup now at the Auto Wood Skills Center onSupport Site. Completed cards must be turned inby Dec. 3. Winners will be announced at theMWR/NEX tree lighting event on Dec. 5. For

more information, judging criteria and ques-tions, call MWR Community Events DirectorStaci Dietrich at DSN 626-4896 or 081-568-4896.

Now Open: Liberty Center at SupportSite

The ground floor Support Site BarracksRecreation Room will be open every Wednesdayfrom 6-9 p.m. MWR will be installing a 70" TV,gaming systems, DVD player, bean bags, etc. aswell as scheduling Italian Lessons, cooking les-sons, Texas Hold'em Tournaments, SpadeTournaments etc. Notify the Liberty Center aboutdesired upcoming events/dates. For more infor-mation, contact Staci Dietrich at 626-4894 orstaci.dietrich@eu.navy.mil.

Now – Nov. 26: JFC Shuttle ScheduleChange

The JFC shuttle bus morning and evening pick-up times will change to accommodate the NATOexercise taking place through Friday, Nov. 22 andMonday –Tuesday, Nov. 25-26. The regular morn-ing and evening pickup times at JFC and SupportSite will not be in effect during this timeframe.The adjusted pick up times will be posted at thebus stops. The midday bus to JFC will not beaffected by this change. Please contact shuttle-busnaples@eu.navy.mil if you have any questions.

Now-Dec. 19: Support Site PowerOutages for Annual PreventativeMaintenance

Annual preventative maintenance on electricalsubstation transformers requires a series ofpower outages in order to safely maintain an effi-cient electrical distribution system within theSupport Site. Due to battery back-up capability,all facility and Housing life safety systems willfunction under normal operating conditions. Theschedule for the power outages is as follows: • Saturday, Nov. 23 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.: All

Housing Units (B2001 through B2163);Elementary School (B2057); High School(B2058); Child Development Center (B2065);Telephone Switch (B2070).

• Saturday, Nov. 30 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.:Elementary School (B2057); High School(B2058); School Cafeteria (B2059); ChildDevelopment Center (B2065); School Bleachers(including fire pump station).

• Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.:Housing Units: B2001 through B2011; B2154through B2163.

• Thursday, Dec. 5 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.:Housing Units: B2012 through B2027; B2030;B2032 through B2035.

• Thursday, Dec. 12 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.:Housing Units: B2028, B2029, B2031, B2039through B2049.

• Monday, Dec. 16 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.:Housing Units: B2036 through B2038; B2050through B2056.

• Thursday, Dec. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.:Hospital (B2082); Hospital Energy Bldg(B2086).

Nov. 26: Single Sailor ThanksgivingDinner Outreach

A Single Sailor Outreach is being hosted by theReligious Ministries Team and will be available atthe Support Site Hospital Galley on Tuesday, Nov.26. The Thanksgiving dinner will begin at 5 p.m.and is for all single Sailors and geo bachelors.Please contact the Chaplain’s office at 626-3539for more information.

Nov. 29: Navy Blue Friday at the NEXThe NEX at Support Site will open its doors at

7 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, and at 6 a.m. for military inuniform as part of their Navy Blue Friday sale.Contact the NEX or Tom.Goodman@nexweb.org withany questions.

Now-Dec. 20: ‘Port-to-Port’ Self-PacedSwim Program

Journey from Naples to Gaeta via the imaginarycoastline in the Capo FitZone pool. Swim laps any-time during regular pool hours and record yourworkout on your log sheet. All participants whocomplete the 100 km swim (4,000 lengths) byFriday, Dec. 20 will receive a prize package. The life-guard on duty must verify & initial laps. For moreinformation, call DSN 626-4254 or 081-568-4254.

Dec. 4: Holiday Decorating ContestResidents of Support Site are welcome to register

and decorate their balconies in a Holiday Theme.Residents of the BEQ on SS or Capo may also registerand decorate their door in a Holiday theme. Registerby 6 p.m. on Dec. 2 via email at christopher.kas-parek@eu.navy.mil with building address; registrationis required for prize eligibility. Email confirmation willbe returned. Judging will take place Dec. 4; winnerswill be announced at the Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec.5. Prizes will be given to the Top 2 RegisteredBalconies and Top 2 Registered Doors.

Dec. 3-4: Applied Suicide Intervention SkillsTraining

This workshop provides an opportunity to exploreexperiences with and attitudes about suicide.Training is also provided to better understand theneeds of a person at risk of suicide and learn how touse suicide first-aid to meet those needs. For moreinformation or to sign up please call the CREDOoffice at 626-5255, email fct.na.cnre_credo@eu.navy.mil, or visit https://www.facebook.com/search for Credo Europe Africa Southwest Asia.

Dec. 6-8: CREDO Personal Resiliency RetreatChaplain's Religious Enrichment Development

Operations (CREDO) will hold a Personal ResiliencyRetreat, Dec. 6-8, at the Villa Irlanda Hotel (www.vil-lairlanda.com). Personal, spiritual, and relationalthemes are central to the retreat, which providestime and a place apart from normal routines. Alllodging, meals and transportation to and from theretreat site are provided for. It is open to all servicemembers and their families and on a space availablebasis for Department of Defense employees.Childcare is not provided for this retreat. For moreinformation or to sign up, please call the CREDOoffice at DSN 626-5255, 081-568-5255 or emailfct.na.cnre_credo@eu.navy.mil.

Air Terminal ScheduleThe schedule for the "CAT B" mission during the

upcoming holiday season will be as follows: the flightis scheduled to arrive from Norfolk on Dec. 27 in theafternoon and depart for Norfolk on the morning ofthe Dec. 29.

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FOR FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER (FFSC) EVENTS, SEE PAGE 5.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and

off base in the Naples area. For more information, please call 339-267-7075 orvisit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/countries/italy.htm.

NAVY LEAGUE NAPLES has three missions: to enhance the morale of activeduty personnel and their families; to inform Congress and the American pub-lic on the importance of strong sea services; and to support youth through pro-grams such as the Junior ROTC that expose young people to the values of oursea services. Personnel interested in joining or participating with the NavyLeague should contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051.

ARGOSY UNIVERSITY is looking for participants to take part in anexploratory study on Military Vs. Civilian Leadership. Volunteers would takepart in a one-hour interview detailing previous military leadership role(s) andyour current civilian leadership role. If interested, please contact Lovell Jonesat 340-959-1173 or lovell_jones318@yahoo.com.

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) needs volunteers. If you are inter-ested in volunteering or in taking a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or626-4788 for more information. You can also "like" our Facebook page -American Red Cross Naples - to keep up with current opportunities.

FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER is looking for volunteers to assist in the event of an emergency. Volunteers could be called upon iffamilies are relocated to Support Site due to a natural disaster or similaremergency that exceeds what the FFSC staff can support. Volunteers maygreet families, inquire about needs, organize supplies, complete paperwork,etc. Being on the list does not obligate anyone to a future event. If you areinterested in volunteering for this, please call 081-811-6372 or emailFFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil.

CLUB BEYOND is searching for volunteers to serve as Adult Leaders. Leadersassist in planning, setup and conducting small group meetings with students ingrades 7 through 12. Leadership training lasts a month. If interested, please con-tact Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org for an appointment.

THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualifiedcoaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com.

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE(coupons): 081-568-3913.

ANIMALS WITHOUT LIMITS (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want tohelp at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for differ-ent projects on the Support Site base. For more information, please contact usat awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com.

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZONTHE NAPLES TOASTMASTERS CLUB provides materials and experience to

improve competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the USNH NaplesDental Clinic conference room. Guests are always welcome. For more informa-tion, visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or like us onFacebook "Toastmasters Naples Italy."

PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meet every Tuesdayfrom 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for worship and bible Study.Stay up-to-date with current events at our Facebook page PWOC Naples orcontact us at pwocparticipation@gmail.com to be on our email distribution.

NATO LIONS RUGBY CLUB is looking for new players. All abilitieswanted. Practice is held every Wednesday at Carney Park at 5:45 p.m.Show up with shoes, shorts and a mouth guard. Training and developmentwill be provided. If you have any questions, email Mark Woodall orco-manager Andrew Bohnsack at markwoodall82@hotmail.co.uk orandrew.bohnsack@gmail.com.

NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking individuals asboard members in 2013-2014 for a variety of events and positions. Join Us!If you want to volunteer or need information on what is available, emailnoscitaly@gmail.com or go to www.noscitaly.com

CLUB BEYOND is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity NaplesReligious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hallat the Support Site. For more information, please contact Arturo at apauli-no@clubbeyond.org.

BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscout-troop007naples.

NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone inter-ested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or bye-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int.

HARRY S. TRUMAN LODGE No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4thFriday of the month at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact Kevin Baker at 338-479-7023 orhst649sec@yahoo.com, or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649.

WOMEN, INFANTS, CHILDREN (WIC) OVERSEAS PROGRAM isoffered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpar-tum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the pro-gram. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutri-tious supplemental foods. Contact WIC Overseas at 081-811-4962.

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Italian News Briefs•• ••

Compiled by Teresa Merola

Intense Rainfall Devastates SardiniaThe Italian island of Sardinia was flooded by

torrential rainfall in a 24 hour period onMonday. Sixteen people died, including two chil-dren, who were swept away by the water. ItalianPrime Minister Enrico Letta called the event a“national tragedy” and declared Friday a nation-al day of mourning. The government allocated 20million euros to the emergency and the regionalgovernment of Sardina, a further five millioneuros. The amount of rain dumped by cycloneCleopatra had not been recorded in centuries,said Environment Minister Andrea Orlando.More than 2,700 people were forced to leavetheir homes to take shelter in public structuressuch as schools and gyms, according to localauthorities. Other areas in the Southern Italywere also hit by heavy rains. To assist with reliefefforts, text 45500 to send a 2 euro donation tothe Italian Red Cross.

Vatican Unveils Restored FrescoesThe Vatican unveiled a series of restored fres-

coes in the Catacombs of Priscilla, whereChristians worshipped and buried their own.The catacombs, which date back nearly 2,000years, are reopening to the public after five yearsof restoration to clean up the religious frescoeson the walls. The labyrinthine cemetery complexstretching for kilometers underneath NorthernRome is known as the "Queen of the catacombs"because it contains burial chambers of popes anda tiny fresco of the Madonna nursing Jesus dat-

ing from around A.D. 230-240, and it is the ear-liest known image of the Madonna and Child.For the first time ever, Google Maps has goneinto the Roman catacombs providing a virtualtour to people visiting them.

Mobster Sentenced to Life in PrisonA Camorra mobster was sentenced to life in

prison by a Naples court on Monday for killingan innocent man in a mistaken hit during a drugturf dispute last year. The Camorra gunmanshot 14 bullets into the innocent man who wasjust visiting his girlfriend the night he waskilled. The murder of the innocent man spurredstreet protests calling for more action againstthe Naples Camorra mafia. Before the sentence,the killer asked God and the victim’s family forforgiveness, but he said he doesn’t repent. Otherpeople who participated with the shooter weresentenced to prison for at least 16 years.

Actress Fined for Stepping into TreviFountain

An Italian actress was fined for stepping intothe Trevi Fountain in Rome just to repeat ascene from Federico Fellini’s movie, La DolceVita. The scene attracted the attention of manytourists but not of the authorities who wereangry at the performance as part of a promotionof Rome’s International Film Festival. The per-formance was described as inappropriate anddamaging. The actress and the show’s host werefined €160.

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Maritime Operations Center: A VitalCommunications Link For Cutlass Express 2013

The Seychelles MaritimeOperations Center (MOC) is con-ducting scenarios as part of theunderway phase of exerciseCutlass Express 2013, Nov. 14-16.

Effective communication is keyto maritime safety and security,and it is a vital responsibility ofthe MOC.

The MOC provides support inthe execution of the nation's mar-itime exercises to ensure safetyand security by providing andsharing information throughinteroperability between MOCs,programs such as The MaritimeSafety and Security InformationSystem (MSSIS), ComputerAided Maritime ThreatEvaluation System (CAMTES),SEAVISION, and other communi-cation systems.

"The MOC is working at theoperational level, and it coordi-

nates with the tactical level inorder to reach mission success,"said Gary R. Shaffer, U.S. SixthFleet science advisor supportingCutlass Express 2013. "With theflow of information gathered fromthe systems in the MOC, we candevelop a better awareness ofmaritime domain."

During exercise CutlassExpress 2013, boarding teammembers from East Africannations will undergo anti-piracy,anti-trafficking and illegal fish-ing scenarios. The MOC will pro-vide and relay information on thelocation of the target vessel to theboarding team members usingcommunication and informationsystems.

"During the scenarios we areconducting today, we will provideinformation about the suspiciousvessel to the Topaz, so that theboarding teams may locate andboard the correct vessel," saidLance Cpl. Hilary M. Leon,Seychelles Coast Guard radiooperator.

By MCSN Luis R. Chavez Jr, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe

Petty Officer 2nd Class John A. Wilcox, U.S. Navy maritime interdiction operations expert, gives a brief toboarding team members from the Seychelles Coast Guard during the underway phase of Cutlass Express2013. Cutlass Express is a multinational maritime exercise in the waters off East Africa to improve coop-eration, tactical expertise and information sharing among East African maritime forces in order to increasemaritime safety and security in the region. (Photos by MCSN Luis R. Chavez Jr.)

Boarding team members from Mauritius set a perimeter throughout thetarget vessel as Chief Petty Officer Charles H. Johnson and PettyOfficer 2nd Class John A. Wilcox, U.S. Navy maritime interdiction oper-ations experts, observe the counter piracy scenario of Cutlass Express2013, Nov. 16. Cutlass Express is a multinational maritime exercise inthe waters off East Africa to improve cooperation, tactical expertise andinformation sharing among East African maritime forces in order toincrease maritime safety and security in the region.

MSSIS, CAMTES and SEAVI-SION are three of the main infor-mation resources used by MOCsto develop Maritime DomainAwareness in different areas ofinterest. The information gath-ered from these programsincludes tracking of a suspiciousvessel, history of the vessel andbackground information such asits owners, flags and ports calls.

Exercise Cutlass Express 2013is a multi-national maritimeexercise designed to improvecooperation, tactical expertiseand information sharing amongEast African maritime forces inorder to increase maritime safetyand security in the region.

Fleet and Family Support CenterEvents this Week From the Fleet and

Family Support Center

For more information about local Fleet and Family SupportCenter (FFSC) events, visit www.facebook.com/NaplesFFSC.

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From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division and NCIS

Crime Report for Nov. 13 - Nov. 19

UPCOMING FFSC NAPLES EVENTSCall 081-811-6372 for more information or to register.

All classes require registration.

• Nov. 22: PlayPals, Playmate Play Date, 9:30 a.m., Play -ground behind Support Site Library

• Nov. 24: Alateen Support Group, (ages 12-18), 9 to 10 a.m.,Support Site FFSC

• Nov. 25: Easy Italian, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Capo FellowshipHall (4 of 4 Sessions)

• Nov. 27: Visit a Fresh Pasta Store, 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.,Leaves from Support Site (Carpool)

• Nov. 27: Choices: Managing Your Mood, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.,Support Site FFSC (3 of 3 Sessions)

• Nov. 27: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.,Support Site FFSC

• Nov. 29: Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., (appointmentsonly), Support Site FFSC

The early morning quiet was broken by sounds ofmusic as the U.S. Naval Forces Europe Bandstruck up John Philip Sousa’s “Semper Fidelis” atNaval Support Activity (NSA) Naples.

It is a tradition of the band to perform morningcolors in the central plaza of the Capodichino basethe first Wednesday of every month.

Marching by himself in front of the formation isone musician who is notable for the absence of anymusical instrument in his hands.

Musician 2nd Class Jermaine Smalls is one offour drum majors in the band. He is responsible forleading the band during performances and forma-tions, making sure they are in tune and know howto march.

“It would be very difficult without a drum major,”said Smalls. “At the very least the formation needssomebody to call a forward march and halt. Thiswould be very difficult for someone who is alreadymarching and playing an instrument.”

His main “instrument” for communicating to theformation is the mace, a long, ornamented staff hespins and drives into the air as they march.

The spinning of the mace is not just for show.Each movement of the mace signifies a commandto the band. With the mace, he is able to lead the19 other musicians down the cobblestone roadtowards the flag poles, in step and in formation.

“With the mace I can signal anybody,” saidSmalls. “If a band is large, say seven rows, the peo-ple in that back row need to be able to see my com-mands. That’s why we use the mace.”

Unlike a conductor, who primarily guides anddirects a musical performance, the drum major givesa musical formation direction. As band members arefocused on playing their instruments and keeping instep, all direction is in the hands of the drum major.He is the one person who is able to see the situationaround them, and if necessary make last minutechanges and communicate that to the band.

“One case in particular was Moscow,” saidMusician 1st Class Jennifer Wilson, band trom-bonist. “We had spent the whole day rehearsing aparticular maneuver and during the actual eventthe drum major realized very quickly that it wasnot going to happen exactly the way we hadrehearsed it. He had to communicate very quicklyto us and this is all while the entire band is play-

ing.”Marching side-by-side with his American coun-

terparts is Primo Maresciallo Luigi Bovenzi, aflutist in the Italian Air Force and the seniorItalian representative in the U.S. Naval ForcesEurope band.

Bovenzi is one of several NATO service membersserving in the band alongside American servicemembers. The need for clear communication fromthe drum major is even more important with mul-tiple nations.

“It is different for us,” said Bovenzi. “An Italiandrum major is responsible for choreography wherea U.S. drum major has a very fundamental func-tion, combining musical and choreography respon-sibilities.”

Despite the differences, Bovenzi enjoys the chal-lenge.

“It is a great opportunity to play with ourAmerican colleagues. We have different styles inmusic, but we Italians challenge ourselves everyday to cross-learn our counterpart’s styles.”

The drum major of a military band is a time-hon-ored musical position dating back to the 17th cen-tury, when military music was used primarily forbattlefield communications. The drum major wasresponsible for ensuring correct duty calls andcommunications during battle.

As they reach the central plaza of Capodichino,Smalls knows its time for the band to stop. Hegives his mace a spin, does an about face, raises themace horizontally to his eyes then down and backup above his head.

The band members notice this maneuver andknow exactly what is coming next. Immediately, all19 musicians come to a halt as one.

Standing at attention, waiting, Smalls keeps aneye on his watch. The marching is over, but his jobis not finished. As drum major he is also responsi-ble for the correct timing of the band. Wednesdaymorning he must make sure the band starts theItalian anthem at exactly eight.

The band performs three musical marches for theassembled members of the NSA command in theplaza as they wait for colors.

A few minutes later, morning colors concludeswith the final strains of the “Star-Spangled-Banner.” The assembled formations are dismissedand carry out the rest of their day. Smalls’ job isfinally done. He led the band through anothermorning colors without fault, keeping the forma-

Leading the BandBy MC2(SW) John Herman, Navy Public Affairs SupportElement-East Detachment Europe

There has been a lot of global talk aboutsmog and emissions in the last few years.It makes you wonder why cities don’t addmore “green” amongst the concrete.Recently however, an engineering firmbased out of Milan, Boeri Studio, hasdesigned just that. It is aptly named“Bosco Verticale” (Vertical Forest). The two structures are resi-dential apartment buildings covered in cantilevered terraces.Each terrace is designed to house a small, yet personal collectionof trees and vegetation. In total, 730 trees ranging from 10 to 20feet will adore the two buildings. As if that wasn’t green enoughfor you, the vegetation is designed to be primarily watered fromthe buildings grey water drains from all the sinks, showers,dishwashers, and washing machines. The project is projected tocost 65 million euros, approximately 5% over traditional build-ing costs, and is set to be completed sometime this year in Milan.

Energy Conservation

From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Musician 2nd Class Jermaine Smalls, drum major, leads members of the U.S. Naval Forces EuropeBand during a performance of John Philip Sousa's "Semper Fidelis" at Naval Support Activity Naples,Nov. 6. The band conducts morning colors in the central plaza of Capodichino the first Wednesday ofevery month. (Photo by MC2 John Herman)

Greener by the Tower

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50 yearsago todayBy Wylie Miller,

president of U.S. Military Retiree Association of Southern Italy

On the evening of Nov. 22, 1963, my wife and Iwere with friends playing Bingo at the FlamingoClub located on Allied Forces Southern EuropePost (now Allied Joint Force Command Naples).

At around 9 p.m., Big Tiny, the master of cere-monies, announced with a broken voice:“President Kennedy has been shot!”

Instantly, an unreal, deafening silence froze allof us, followed by a roar that bounced across thehuge ballroom, “Oh God, it can’t be!” He wasjust here.

For a moment, the whole world seemed to cometo a stop.

At home in Naples, my wife’s mother was intears in front of the TV where a visibly-movedWalter Cronkite was broadcasting the news non-stop.

Kennedy had become very popular and loved inItaly, especially in Naples after an enthusiasticwelcome by the throngs of Neapolitans liningthe streets in July 1963, on his way to speak atAllied Forces Southern Europe Post, just fourmonths before he was killed.

In Kennedy’s inaugural speech, he used theterm “New Frontier.” Tyranny, poverty, diseases,wars, disparities and injustices were for him theenemies of humanity and were the values webelieved in. His speech in Berlin, at that timehumiliated by the “wall of shame,” ended with“Ich bin ein Berliner” and helped sanction hisplace in the world’s “Hall of Fame”.

He represented the American dream, a dreamshattered on that sunny Friday afternoon 50years ago in Dallas.

Panorama coverage of the days following PresidentKennedy’s assassination. (Illustration courtesy of NSANaples Public Affairs)

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ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continuedTHE NAPLES AREA SECOND CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIA-

TION is a newly founded association that meets twice a month to discussupcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. Formore information, contact MA2 Aaron Kurschner at DSN 626-2871 orABH2 Brent Paucke at DSN 626-5382.

NAPOLI NATION FAN CLUB is a group that helps community membersattend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations andprovides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefitsinclude SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nationfunctions. FMI, visit www.facebook.com/groups/USASSCNapoli.

SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICANTEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghyraces sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience notrequired. FMI, contact Bob & Shauna Bunnell at bunnellr54@gmail.com andbunnellshauna@aol.com

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE takes place Saturdaysat Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is: Sabbath Schoollessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service,11 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Paolo Fleurant at 328-194-6897 or naplesadventistsgroup@yahoo.com.

CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn topre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events includemonthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activ-ities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-the-Tots-Club.

CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support SiteFellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. Wealso meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or checkout our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy.

PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples ToastmastersClub meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held atthe Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact theToastmasters president at 342-010-6263.

GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Trainingand support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com.

FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets atnoon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. Formore information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-760-4446.Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples.

THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY(USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the inter-ests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not amember and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com.Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315.

THE NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meets everymonth to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. Weoffer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore BellaNapoli and beyond! Interested? Need more information? Considering home-schooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com.

MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Mondayat the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m.Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@gmail.com.

REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit theUniversity of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-sitedegree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 andOU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices at Capodichino in theAdmin II building.

REGISTER FOR ON-SITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Visit the col-leges for more information about what classes and programs are offered.UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central TexasCollege is at 081-568-6761.

CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the Naples AreaNurses Association (NANA). NANA is an organization of nurses that worktogether to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide supportthroughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community.FMI, contact Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz @med.navy.mil or Lt. JennyPaul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

THE WELFARE & RECREATION ASSOCIATION is available to meetassociates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the firstfloor of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. FMI, visit http://www.wraitalia.it.

SECURITY NOTE: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event offbase must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 daysin advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or morepersonnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uni-forms. FMI, contact the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the divisionoffice in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on andoff base in the Naples area. For more information, call 347-544-0254 or visithttp://www.aa-europe.net/countries/italy.htm.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES TuesdaySilent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn andpraise and worship music will be provided during this time. WednesdayRoman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel. Call 081-811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. Thursday Men’s Fellowship andBible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley.

SURE START is a unique program committed to providing the highest quali-ty of education for command-sponsored children of enlisted personnel (prior-ity to E1-E4) who are 4 years old by Sept. 1. FMI, call Karen Rodrigues at081-811-4682 or the school at 081-811-4037.

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, San Gennaro council 14853, meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Support SiteFleet and Family Support Center. E-mail George Piette at kofcnaples@gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/ site/kofcnaples/ home.

CARNEY PARK LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m. Mondays.All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. FMI, call CarolBorkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296.

EDIS SCREENINGS NOW AVAILABLE Room W09, Support Site VillageForum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If youare concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676.

LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at 2 p.m.the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For more info, con-tact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327, or GabrielSermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554.

CUB SCOUT PACK 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowlingor participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place foryou! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learnskills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. FMI, contactnaplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHINGFIRE, PG-13, Cast: Jennifer Lawrence,

Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth,Elizabeth Banks, Woody Harrelson.Action/Adventure, 146 min. The filmbegins as Katniss Everdeen has returnedhome safe after winning the 74th AnnualHunger Games along with fellow tributePeeta Mellark. Winning means that theymust turn around and leave their familyand close friends, embarking on a "Victor'sTour" of the districts. Along the wayKatniss senses that a rebellion is simmer-ing, but the Capitol is still very much incontrol as President Snow prepares the75th Annual Hunger Games (The QuarterQuell) - a competition that could changePanem forever.

FREE BIRDS, PG, Cast: Owen Wilson,Woody Harrelson, Amy Poehler, Dan

Fogler, Lesley Nicol. Animation, 85 min. Inthis hilarious, adventurous buddy comedyfor audiences of all ages, directed byJimmy Hayward, two turkeys from oppo-site sides of the tracks must put asidetheir differences and team up to travelback in time to change the course of histo-ry - and get turkey off the Thanksgivingmenu for good.

THE COUNSELOR, R, Cast: MichaelFassbender, Penlope Cruz, Cameron

Diaz, Javier Bardem, Brad Pitt. Suspense/Thriller, 117 min. A lawyer seems to haveit all, with fast cars, a gorgeous house, abeautiful fianc and a lifestyle most peoplewould envy. His hubris leads him to enterinto what he assumes will be a one-timedrug deal, but he's not going to get off thateasy. Now the counselor doesn't know whoto trust, and his mistake will lead tobetrayal, murder and disaster.

CARRIE, R, Cast: Chloe Grace Moretz,Julianne Moore, Judy Greer, Alex

Russell, Gabriella Wilde. Horrork, 99 min.A homely outcast high school girl with areligious zealot mom has long had teleki-netic powers. When bullied by her peersshe exhibits her powers more, and when acruel trick plays out on prom night sheunleashes her telekinetic wrath anddestroys her school, her mother, and her-self.

THE FIFTH ESTATE, R, Cast: BenedictCumberbatch, Daniel Brhl, Anthony

Mackie, David Thewlis, Alicia Vikander.Drama, 128 min. Triggering our age of

high-stakes secrecy, explosive news leaksand the trafficking of classified informa-tion, WikiLeaks forever changed the game.Now, in a dramatic thriller based on realevents, the film reveals the quest to exposethe deceptions and corruptions of powerthat turned an Internet upstart into the21st century's most fiercely debated organ-ization. The story begins as WikiLeaksfounder Julian Assange and his colleagueDaniel Domscheit-Berg team up to becomeunderground watchdogs of the privilegedand powerful. On a shoestring, they createa platform that allows whistleblowers toanonymously leak covert data, shining alight on the dark recesses of governmentsecrets and corporate crimes. Soon, theyare breaking more hard news than theworld's most legendary media organiza-tions combined. But when Assange andBerg gain access to the biggest trove ofconfidential intelligence documents inU.S. history, they battle each other and adefining question of our time: what are thecosts of keeping secrets in a free society-and what are the costs of exposing them?"

BAGGAGE CLAIM, PG-13, Cast: PaulaPatton, Derek Luke, Taye Diggs, Jill

Scott, Boris Kodjoe. Comedy, 96 min.Determined to get engaged before heryoungest sister's wedding, flight attendantMontana Moore finds herself with only 30days to find Mr. Right. Using her airlineconnections to "accidentally" meet up witheligible ex-boyfriends and scour for poten-tial candidates, she racks up more than30,000 miles and countless comedicencounters, all the while searching for theperfect guy.

THOR: THE DARK WORLD, PG-13,Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie

Portman, Tom Hiddleston, StellanSkarsgard, Idris Elba. Action/Adventure,112 min. The adventures of Thor, theMighty Avenger, continue as he battles tosave Earth and all the Nine Realms from ashadowy enemy that predates the universeitself. In the aftermath of Marvel's "Thor"and "Marvel's The Avengers," Thor fightsto restore order across the cosmos, but anancient race led by the vengeful Malekithreturns to plunge the universe back intodarkness. Faced with an enemy that evenOdin and Asgard cannot withstand, Thormust embark on his most perilous and per-sonal journey yet, one that will reunitehim with Jane Foster and force him to sac-rifice everything to save us all.

If you have been sexually assaulted or need to speak with a S.A.P.R. victim advocate,call 335-640-6621 24/7 for information and support. The DoD Safe Helpline can be reached toll-free at 001-877-995-5247.

Friday, Nov. 224:30 p.m. Hunger Games:

Catching Fire, PG-13,Premiere Showing

6 p.m. The Hunger Games:Catching Fire, PG-13

7:15 p.m. The Counselor, R,Premiere Showing

Saturday, Nov. 233 p.m. The Hunger Games:

Catching Fire, PG-134 p.m. The Hunger Games:

Catching Fire, PG-136:30 p.m. The Hunger Games:

Catching Fire, PG-137 p.m. The Fifth Estate, R,

Premiere ShowingSunday, Nov. 24

3 p.m. The Hunger Games:Catching Fire, PG-13

4 p.m. Free Birds, PG6:30 p.m. The Hunger Games:

Catching Fire, PG-137 p.m. The Counselor, R

Monday, Nov. 25Closed, No Movies

Tuesday, Nov. 26Closed, No Movies

Wednesday, Nov. 274:30 p.m. Baggage Claim PG-13,

Last Showing 6 p.m. The Hunger Games:

Catching Fire, PG-137 p.m. Carrie, R

Thursday, Nov. 28 Holiday Hours

3 p.m. Free Birds, PG4 p.m. Thor: The Dark World,

PG-136 p.m. The Hunger Games:

Catching Fire, PG-137 p.m. The Fifth Estate, R

Friday, Nov. 293 p.m. Frozen, PG (3D)

Premiere Showing4 p.m. Thor: The Dark World,

PG-136 p.m. The Hunger Games:

Catching Fire, PG-137 p.m. About Time, R,

Premiere Showing

Movie Descriptions No Children Under 10

Admitted to R-Rated Movies

Upcoming USO ToursCapodichino Office 081-568-5713Support Site Office 081-811-4903

www.uso.it

WEEKEND TOURS

USO DAILY TOURS

Nov. 27-30Thanksgiving in Venice . . . . . . . . . . . . .€226

Dec. 12-15Christmas Markets in Northern Italy . .€345

Dec. 20-27Med Christmas Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . .€717

Dec. 24-25Christmas in Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€187

Dec. 30-Jan.2New Year’s in Budapest . . . . . . . . . . . . .€622

TOUrS OPEN TO BOTH U.S. MiliTAry

ANd NATO i.d. CArd HOldErS

Nov. 22 Wine Tasting andDemijohn Shopping ........................€44

Nov. 23 Beer Factory To................................€49Nov. 24 Christmas Alley and Shopping

Downtown.........................................€25Nov. 28 Thanksgiving Dinner at the Hotel

Mediterraneo ...................................€39Nov. 29 Salerno Christmas Lights .............. €25Nov. 30 Bella Napoli Tour............................ €29

MMOREORE IINSIDENSIDE PPAGEAGE……

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A Navy Junior ReserveOfficers Training Corps(NJROTC) cadet chief pinningceremony was held at theNaples High School for 10cadets, Nov. 13, marking a cul-mination of 5 weeks of tasksand training to prepare themfor their new rank.

After being selected by aboard, the cadets wereassigned area chief petty offi-cers as sponsors, who mentoredtheir cadets through the 5weeks and placed the combina-tion cover on their heads forthe first time.

The NJROTC program's pur-pose is to instill in students thevalues of citizenship, service,personal responsibility and asense of accomplishment. Itdevelops leadership potentialin the cadets, as well as self-reliance and individual disci-pline.

The newly pinned cadet chiefpetty officers are:• Cadet Chief Jane

Reasland, sponsored byOSCS Randy Carnahan

• Cadet Chief Jacob Gray,sponsored by ETCS BryanWelch

Cadets Put on anchors during Pinning Ceremony

From NSA Naples Public Affairs

Cadet Chief Aiden Miranda is pinned by his mother during the cere-mony. (Photo by Angel Duggar)

The 10 NJrOTC newly-pinned cadet chief petty officers pose for a group photo with their sponsors. Areachief petty officers were assigned as sponsors to the cadets, mentoring them through 5 weeks of trainingand donning their cover for the first time. (Photo by Angel Duggar)

Cadet ChiefJuliya Keygets helpfrom hersister afterbeingpinned byher father.(Photo byAngelDuggar)

• Cadet Chief JuwanEnglish, sponsored by YNCMelissa Garman

• Cadet Chief ChristopherDalton, sponsored by AOCBrian King

• Cadet Chief RileyWadington, sponsored byABFC Ray Valentin

• Cadet Chief TristanMcCune, sponsored by OSCEdgar Virgen

• Cadet Chief Raff Eberlin,sponsored by ETC BradYenco

• Cadet Chief Juliya Key,sponsored by YNC FeliciaCretchen

• Cadet Chief AidenMiranda, sponsored by ITCDave Duggar

• Cadet Chief MadisonChandler, sponsored by ITCShamika Bonaparte

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HM2(FMF/SW) DAVID BUTTERS

Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class David Butters fromSpokane, Wash. reported to U.S. Naval Hospital Naplesin July 2011. Before coming to Naples, he served as aFleet Marine Force Corpsman at Camp Pendleton, Calif.His experience outside the hospital has made him a trueasset to the Tactical Combat Casualty Care team. He balances his tasks at work with several collateralduties including public affairs officer for the SecondClass Petty Officer Association and Combined FederalCampaign Representative for the Directorate for MedicalServices. Butters’ favorite words to live by are, “motivation is thekey to success.” He is the Gold Team Leader in theMedical Home Port at the hospital and currently attendsthe University of Maryland University College. One ofhis goals is to apply for a commissioning program andbecome a nurse. During his spare time, he enjoys work-ing on cars, sharpening his photography skills and trav-eling around Europe.

In the Spotlight

Going through a PCS (permanent change ofstation) has been one of the most conflictingthings of my life. What feeling do you get whenyour parents or your boss tells you “we're mov-ing to Naples, Italy”? Wow, doesn't even comeclose. Different friends, moving away fromfamily, from you're favorite restaurant in theworld, different house, different ... everything.

Everyone has something in common here. Wehave all gone through that same aching pain ofmissing the people we love. The feeling I gotwhen I first moved here was, ok so whatever. Ican't make friends; they’re all just going tomove away anyway. But what my mom told mewas “every single friend you make is anotherpuzzle piece added to you're life.”

So I decided to let people in. In TLA I made alot of friends. I made a best friend that Ithought was going to last for life. It didn't.Everyone makes a lot of friends and also losessome. It hurts. My parents tell me I am going

to PCS anyway. Oh yeah, like that makes mefeel better.

I have to say though; moving back to theUnited States hurts worse. I’m moving awayfrom the friends made here, but it makes mehappy that I’m going to see old friends. Itmakes me feel guilty thinking about oldfriends with current friends around. But I alsodon't know if I’ll still fit in with old friends, soit’s easy to get all jittery.

Something that has really helped me with allof that is Club Beyond. I know it sounds like acommercial when I write that, but it is true.And the friends I have made at there share thesame faith I have and they are a lot of fun.

Club Beyond has definitely helped methrough the things I've faced. It has taught methat God is always there for me. He is like theultimate best friend.

Everyone needs a friend to be there for youwhen you PCS. Skype and letter writing isn'tgoing to cut it. Just remember that God isthere for you too.

This ongoing series inPanorama showcases thewriting of children andteenagers who are part ofNaples' U.S. and NATO mili-tary community. Submissionscan be emailed tonaplespanorama@eu.navy.mil. Please includethe name of the author, alongwith his or her age.Submissions must be thework of the student or child.

By Katie Bracken, 8th grade

Kids Talk: A Student'sPerspective of a PCS

Submit to Kids Talk

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In the event of anemergency or toreport a crime, please call the

Emergency DispatchCenter at

081-568-4911 or 5911.

(On-Base Dial 9-1-1)

Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, other thanan active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permit withineight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is merely an approvalfor entry into the country.

All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's signatureis required at the time of application.

NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COMING TOITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT.

As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSOEURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acquisition of the SojournerPermit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in the Naples area. Armyand Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must apply through the Carabiniere at theJFC Provost Marshall's Office, Building L.

Contact Connie Henderson, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-568-4639 formore information.

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Continued from Page 1PUBLIC HEALTHThe Naples Public

Health Evaluation wascompleted and fulfilledthe study’s purpose toevaluate health con-cerns and take healthprotective actionswhere necessary.

Ambient Air Sampling A year-long ambient

air sampling and moni-toring evaluation wasperformed, spanning

both Phase I and Phase II of the PublicHealth Evaluation. Sampling involved theconstruction and operation of nine fixed airsampling stations, a continuous air monitor-ing station and a meteorological monitoringtower. More than 92,000 individual analysesfor 211 chemicals were performed during theone-year period. Tens of thousands of contin-uous monitoring measurements for criteriapollutants and meteorological parameterswere also obtained and evaluated.

Many of the contaminants in Naples out-door air were likely associated with diesel orgasoline exhaust, industrial emissions, oragricultural burning. While most of the con-taminants were similar to those found in sixmajor U.S. cities, there were a few not iden-tical so a direct comparison is not appropri-ate. The risks associated with ambient airwere not significantly greater on days whentrash was burned than on days when trashwas not burned.

The Navy applied the results of the airstudy to the 2010 asthma epidemiologicalstudy and found that increased air pollutionlevels did not affect the number of asthma-related medical visits. However, as the levelsof air pollutants increased, people with asth-ma-related medical problems were more like-ly to be diagnosed with worse symptoms.

What can I do?The study advised personnel to avoid

lengthy periods outdoors when open burningis taking place and keep windows closedwhen air conditions are poor. If you sufferfrom asthma or other upper respiratory ill-nesses, consult your medical provider aboutactions you can take to help control yoursymptoms.

Tap WaterContamination from bacteria, nitrate and

tetrachloroethene (a volatile organic com-pound) was found in the tap water (primarilywell water) of many homes. Tap water frommunicipal suppliers was typically safe.Contamination for bacteria was likely fromthe water holding tank and/or indoor plumb-ing system of the home as improper mainte-nance and disinfection of domestic waterholding tanks can be a source of contamina-tion.

Prior to commencement of the Public HealthEvaluation, Italian maps and informationregarding historical waste disposal practicesin agricultural areas presented in the pressand Italian scientific literature indicatedthat area could be one with a large number ofunacceptable risks. Many of the residences inthe area obtained their tap water from pri-vate wells, which are more susceptible to con-tamination than the public water supply sys-tem.

As part of the enduring processes estab-lished by the study to protect the health ofour personnel, The Navy defined lease sus-pension areas based on Navy and/or Italiandata. As a protective measure, the Navy sus-pended all new leases in those areas.

Further, the Navy has improved off-baserental leases by requiring landlords to pro-vide bottled water service from a Navy-approved vendor, clean and disinfect thehome’s water holding tank and associatedplumbing twice a year and prior to the occu-pancy of a new tenant, connect the home’splumbing system to the city water supply anddisconnect from non-permitted wells.

What can I do?It is incumbent upon the tenant to ensure

their tap water supply is disconnected fromnon-permitted wells and connected only tothe city water system. Also, make sure thelandlord disinfects any water holding tankstwice per year and provides approved con-tainerized water as required by the lease.Homes should be ventilated, when practical,by opening windows to allow a higher airexchange rate.

Soil StudySurface soil contamination was not found to

present a health issue, with the exception of afew isolated instances that were addressed bythe landlord. Chemicals found at concentra-tions typical of urban environments includedpolycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and diox-ins/furans. In addition, soil was found to con-tain arsenic in virtually all soil samples. Thepresence of naturally occurring arsenic is com-mon in volcanic areas such as Naples.

At those few locations where soil contami-nation was detected, the Navy required land-lords to remove or cover the soil to preventexposure. Because the health risks for soil inalmost all cases were found to be acceptable,soil sampling was discontinued early inPhase II. To address arsenic in the soil, theNavy recommended actions residents couldtake to minimize their exposure to this chem-ical. Because arsenic is a natural part of theNaples environment, it cannot be removedfrom the soil.

What can I do?Due to the presence of arsenic in soil, limit

direct contact with soil. Be sure to wash afterplaying and working in the soil and limit theamount of soil tracked in from outdoors.

Food StudyThe Navy and U.S. Army Veterinary

Command (VETCOM) conducted an investi-gation of foods produced in the Campaniaregion and sold in the Commissary. VETCOMis the Department of Defense executive agentfor food safety and quality assurance and isresponsible for providing direct assistance toall DoD agencies requiring support with foodsafety and food defense.

Results of the study demonstrated that foodsampled in the study met the food safety cri-teria for safe consumption.

The Navy does not inspect restaurants orsupermarkets off base. Italy has a system inplace to inspect Italian food facilities, mar-kets and suppliers. VETCOM does inspectItalian food manufacturing facilities produc-ing food that is supplied to U.S. militaryinstallations.

What can I do? If you feel there is a risk, purchase food

from on-base facilities. A good sanitary prac-tice wherever you are is that all fresh fruitsand vegetables be thoroughly washed withpotable water prior to eating or cooking.

How did the Navy evaluate the data?The Navy’s priority is to be protective of the

health of Navy personnel and families, so aconservative approach was used to evaluatedata. For example, the risk evaluation wasbased on an assumption that a person wouldlive in the Campania region for 30 years. Inreality, tour lengths vary and more than 94percent of U.S. personnel reside in Naples forless than six years, with the average tourlength being 2.8 years.

The Navy placed the risk evaluation resultsinto one of two categories, "acceptable" risksor "unacceptable" risks. To determine theappropriate category, the Navy compared theresults of each chemical analyzed to U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)standards and guidance and to the criteriaestablished by the Navy for this project.

The USEPA has various standards andguidance for comparison. In the PublicHealth Evaluation, tap water, irrigationwater, soil, soil gas and air samples werecompared to USEPA risk-based standardscalled Regional Screening Levels (RSLs).RSLs are for use in situations when there isknown or suspected contamination andpotential public health risks. Tap water andirrigation water samples were also comparedto another set of USEPA standards calledMaximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs). Airsamples were compared to USEPA NationalAmbient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).

Based on the categorization of acceptable orunacceptable, the Navy determined theappropriate course of action to ensure thesafety of Navy personnel and their families.

Throughout the course of the study, theNavy implemented a number of initiativeswhile sharing and explaining the studyprocess and results to U.S. military and civil-ian personnel, Navy and U.S. Consulate lead-ership, designated Italian officials andItalian landlords.

The full study, including results of the epi-demiological studies on cancer, asthma andbirth defects, can be found by visitingwww.cnic.navy.mil/naples and clicking the“Naples Public Health Evaluation” underPopular Links.

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Houlton's second season of competi-tive swimming and he continues toimprove because of his discipline intraining.”

Finishing second in all three oftheir events, Jordan Traucht, CarlySharp and Ashley Snodgrass eachearned 30 points for the team.

Snodgrass was named the“Biggest Loser” for the girls, havinglost the most time in her events.“Ashley is in her first season of com-petitive swimming and it was earlyon in the season when she steppedup to the blocks, challenging herselfin all strokes to include the butter-fly,” said Higgins.

Other swimmers placing in thetop three in at least one of theirevents included Bret Baldwin,Sydney Bidwell, Lydia Boyum,Abigail Driskell, Jerra Ewing,Lorenzo Flores, McKenna Gray,Ryan Gray, Kieran Gyles, LiamGyles, Seamus Gyles, Chris Leving,Max Milton, John Ruppe, MarshallSaunders, Brendan Smith, BrianThibodeau, Leslie Traucht, StephenTraucht, Harley Williams, AlyssaYenco and Malena Yenco.

Swimmer John Ruppe was namedthe “Biggest Loser” for the boys,dropping the most time from hisevents. “John came to us this sum-mer from a competitive team in theStates,” Higgins said. “He has beenworking hard on his butterfly allseason and it was extremelyrewarding to see John's big smilewhen he learned he had dropped 11seconds in his 50 fly.”

Swimmers Robert Dromerhauser,Ryan Link, John Lynch, DrakeMcGuinn, Caitlin Quirk, AndrewSmith, Ryan Sword and CallieVanDyke took a fourth place finishin one of their events.

Andrew Carlos, Marissa Dye,Christina Gillespie, Jude Lynchand Jacob Gray all had a fifth placefinish.

Mackenzie Allen, Ruby Canatsey,Francis Carlos, Josey Gregory,Lizzy Gregory, Sydney Milton,Brendan Roberts, Connor Robertsand Nathan Traucht all droppedtime in at least one of their events.Teegan Barnett, Amaya Fuentes,Dannah Lougen, Jude Lynch, AnikaMustard and Sarah Oestereicheralso competed.

“During the meets, the NTS wenthead to head competing with someof the most challenging teams inthe league,” said Higgins. “Thehighlight for me was watching theteamwork that took place when theteam captains rallied up the teamto take a solid lead, winning bothmeets.”

Showing minimal signs of fatigue,the team took their ninth win of theseason in Vicenza with 76 swim-mers competing.

Swimmers Erin Dromerhauser,Kyla Hallam, Jacob Levine, Emily

Patterson, Luke Patterson andSean Quirk placed first in all threeof their events, each earning theteam 36 points.

Earning 34 points for the teamswimmers Kendall Ewing, VickiKrause, Brandon Oestericher, PaulPatterson, Alejandra Ruppe, andLindsey Sharp took first place intwo of their events.

Other swimmers with first placefinishes include Bret Baldwin,Jerra Ewing, Lorenzo Flores, RyanLink, Maura Patterson, CarlySharp, Lauren Snodgrass, BrianThibodeau, Jordan Traucht andMijke Witkamp.

Brandon Oestereicher earned thetitle of “Swimmer of the Meet” forSunday’s competition. “This isBrandon's first season with theNTS, but not to the sport of compet-itive swimming, which is evidentwhen you watch him race,” saidHiggins. “Brandon's versatility andcompetitiveness in all strokes, rankhim among the top swimmers in hisage division.”

Sydney Bidwell, Ian Boggs, LydiaBoyum, Abigail Driskell, McKennaGray, Sophia Krause, DannahLougen, Drake McGuinn, HoultonMcGuinn, Marshall Saunders,Isaac Stacks, Harley Williams,Alyssa Yenco, and Malena Yenco allhad second place finishes.

Sophia Krause earned a “BiggestLoser” award for dropping 7.12 sec-onds in two events and posted aqualifying time in the 50mfreestyle. Maria Sherer also earneda “Biggest Loser” award for beatingher times in the100m individualmedley and in the 50m backstrokeby losing 12.53 seconds.

Tiger Sharks’ Samantha Allen,Andrew Carlos, Foster Deneke,Marissa Dye, Ryan Gray, ChrisLevine, John Lynch, Max Milton,Ashley Snodgrass, Leslie Traucht,Nathan Traucht, and StephenTraucht earned a third place finishin at least one of their events.

Taking fourth place in one of theirevents swimmers RobertDromerhauser, Jacob Gray, MariaCeleste Kistler, Anika Mustard,Caitlin Quirk, Andrew Smith andBrendan Smith and each earned 8points for the team. Ruby Canatseyand John Ruppe also had a fourthplace finish.

Brendan Smith was named the“Biggest Loser” for the boys by hav-ing a time improvement of 12.59seconds and setting two new per-sonal bests.

Ingrid Bidwell, Francis Carlos,Amaya Fuentes, Brendan Roberts,Connor Roberts, Noah Sherer, andCallie VanDyke earned fifth placefinishes.

The Tiger Sharks next meets arethe Long Distance Championshipsbeing held Saturday and Sunday inAntwerp, Belgium.

tiger Sharks Win on the roadThe Naples Tiger Sharks recently

traveled to Aviano Air Base, Nov. 9,and Caserma Elderle in Vicenza,Nov. 10, for two days of competitionwith the team earning back-to-backvictories in the swim meets.

The Tiger Sharks took the win atthe Aviano Air Base with a score of1195. At the Caserma Ederle inVicenza, the Tiger Sharks tooktheir second win with 1354 points.

Competition at both meets includ-ed the Stuttgart Piranhas,Sigonella Swordfish, Aviano SeaDragons, Vicenza Mako Sharks, V-G Vipers and the Hohenfels Tigers.

At Aviano the team had 69 swim-mers competing in the ManiagoCity pool. Junior ErinDromerhauser took first place inthe 200m individual medley, 200mfreestyle and the 100m freestyleearning 36 points for the TigerSharks. Jacob Levine, KendallEwing, Luke Patterson and SeanQuirk also finished first in all threeof their events and each earned 36points for the team. The 13-19 agedswimmers, Samantha Allen, IanBoggs, Anna Gillespie, BrandonOestereicher, Emily Patterson andMaura Patterson all had a firstplace finish in at least one of theirevents. In the 12 and under agegroup, Houlton McGuinn, PaulPatterson, Alejandra Ruppe,Lindsey Sharp and LaurenSnodgrass each had at least onefirst place finish.

Houlton McGuinn was named“Swimmer of the Meet” for Nov. 9.“Houlton had a very successfulmeet, and was the only swimmer tosee time improvement in 4 events,his 3 individual events and his leadleg on the 11/12 Medley relayteam,” said Jane Higgins, TigerSharks head coach. “This is

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Senior Vicki Krause swims the 200m freestyle where she dropped 3.49 seconds and placed first in her agegroup. (Photo by Mike Sharp)

NOTICE: The Department of theNavy announced a hiring freezeeffective Jan. 14. Effective immedi-ately, all appropriated funds, U.S.and local national vacancyannouncements will be placed onhold until further notice. However,some positions are exempt fromthe hiring freeze as per theSecretary of the Navy (Manpower& Reserve Affairs) guidance issuedJan. 28. Announcements forexempt positions will be adver-tised as normal on this page.

HRO WEBSITES: http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/Jobs.html

Please contact us at 081-568-5409 for anyquestions. The Human Resources Office islocated in the Admin I building atCapodichino, first floor. The customerservice hours are Monday through Friday,from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Applications are accepted at the SecurityPass and ID Office at Capodichino, or atthe HRO, located in Admin 1,Capodichino, or by mailing to: HRO,PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, or atFleet and Family Service Center (FFSC)located on the TLA first floor, at SupportSite. HRO must receive mailed applica-tions by closing date of the vacancyannouncement.

PLEASE NOTE: Customer serviceoperation hours for the following HROservices are Monday, Wednesday andFriday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from1 p.m. to 3 p.m.:• ID/CAC Cards (DD1172-2)• Requests for an Official Passport

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NOTICE: The Department of theNavy announced a hiring freeze effec-tive Jan. 14. Effective immediately, allappropriated funds, U.S. and localnational vacancy announcements willbe placed on hold until further notice.

CLOSING DATE: Dec. 5Specialista Ingegnere (Mec -canico), Q-0830-Q2 ANN#33191-676414-AV, Full Time Permanent

If you have any questions, contactthe front desk at 081-568-5409.You will be contacted within 24hours, so please be sure to provideyour contact information. Thankyou and we appreciate your input,whether negative or positive sothat we can find ways to improvethe HRO services or continue toprovide excellent service. As areminder, an HRO representativeis available for the bi-weekly "Meet& Greet" at the Support Site foodcourt area. Please feel free to comeby, pick up a copy of a vacancyannouncement that you may beinterested in applying for, or askquestions. If the HRO representa-tive is unable to provide you aresponse, he or she will bring thequestion back to the HRO officeand you will be provided ananswer or a call back the sameday. The next "Meet & Greet" isfrom 8-9 a.m. Dec. 2.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND(NAF) POSITIONS

Fleet & Family Readiness NAFLocal Naples job announcementswithin CNREURAFSWA may beviewed at: www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/jobs.html.The necessary application formsare also available online. For anyquestions you have, you may reachus at 081-568-5612/4164. Theapplications may be emailed toCNREURAFSWA_NRBO_N9_Personnel@eu.navy.mil.

NSA NAPLES U.S. POSITIONS,MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS

POSITIONSEducation Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN# 14-005, (MultiplePositions) regular full time (Eli -gible for Post Allowance) part time& flexible, Child Dev elopmentCenters, School Age Care, YouthPrograms, Teen Center and YouthSports Capo dichino/Support Site.Provides appropriate developmen-tal care and instruction for chil-dren and youth ranging in agefrom six weeks to eighteen years ina Child and Youth Program settingPerforms routine, day-to-day careof infants and children rangingfrom 6weeks to 5 years old.Assembles of gathers materialsand equipment necessary to exe-cute School Age Care for childrenranging from 6 years old to 9 yearsold, School-Age Care Pre-Teen forchildren ranging from 10 years oldto 12 years old, Teen CenterProgram for children ranging form13 years old to 18 years old.Receives and releases childrento/from authorized parents, guid-ance.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/SkillsCenter, Support Site. Providesinformation concerning facility,operation and regulations.Ensures adherence to regulationsand safety procedures.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01(Theater Concessionaire) ANN#13-015, flexible, Reel Time TheaterII, Support Site. This positiontransacts the sale of refreshmentsat the theater snack bar.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#13-035, flexible FitnessBranch, Capodichino/SupportSite. Performs maintenance onvarious types of recreation andathletic equipment to ensure thatall equipment is in good conditionand safe for patron use. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01ANN#13-128, flexible part time,Bowling Center, Support Site.Provides oversight of activitiesand necessary services to author-ized patrons.Food Service Worker, NA-7408-04, ANN#13-126 flexible parttime, Bowling Center, SupportSite. Performs a variety of taskssuch as grilling or frying pan-cakes, hamburgers, hot dogs,

U.S. POSITIONSNOTE: Effective May 1, CONUShires currently residing in theNaples/Gaeta commuting areasmust apply through USAJOBS inorder to receive consideration.

CLOSING DATE: Nov. 28Housing Manager, GS-1173-12,ANN#EUR14-705545-AG, FullTime Permanent.Security Assistant (O/A), GS-0086-07, ANN#EUR14-710151-AG, Full Time Permanent.Supervisory Logistics Man -agement Specialist, GS-0346-12KPP 13, ANN#EUR14-709054-JC,Full Time PermanentSafety & Occupational HealthManager, GS-0018-13 KPP 14OR GS-0018-14, ANN#EUR14-710039-KB, Full Time PermanentSocial Worker, GS-0185-09 KPP11, ANN#EUR14-661732-KB, FullTime Permanent

CLOSING DATE: Dec. 5Contract Specialist (MultiplePositions), GS-1102-13, ANN#EUR14-711671-AV, Full TimePermanentProgram Analyst, GS-0343-13,ANN#EUR14-587173-AV, FullTime PermanentTravel Technician, GS-0303-06KPP 07 or GS-0303-07, ANN#EUR14-716920-EG, Full TimePermanentAccountant, GS-0510-11 KPP 12or GS-0510-12, ANN#EUR14-717476-EG, Full Time Permanent

LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS

CLOSING DATE: Nov. 28Work Control Assistant, UA-0303-05, ANN#44308-706608-AV,Full Time PermanentConstruction Assurance Tech -nician, UA-1101-03, ANN#44308-704126-AV, Full Time PermanentEmergency Dispatcher, UA-0303-06, ANN#62588-706668-AG, FullTime Temporary.

GRICIGNANO MAIN STOREAnn#130002F2 Customer Serv -ice Clerk/CS/NF-02/Flex- OpenUntil Filled. Pay Rate: $8.50-$10.00. Performs a variety of cus-tomer service duties includingspecial orders, foreign currencyexchange, Western Union, mer-chandise returns, etc.Ann#130001T2 Security Guard/52/NF-01/Flex. Open Until Filled.Pay Rate: $9.00-$11.00. Ensuresenforcement of security measures;conducts inspections; preparesreports concerning security relatedincidents, etc. Ann#1300023Z Cashier Check -er/CC/NF-01/Flex- Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Associates are engaged in theoperation of cash registers torecord sales in retail checkoutareas. Ann#13000240 Sales Clerk/HL/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Fil -led. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Res -ponsible for selling general mer-chandise to customers and ensur-ing merchandise is properlystocked and displayed for theElectronics, Housewares, Dom -estics, Furniture, and Gifts dep -artments.Ann#1300023U Sales Clerk/CL/NF-01/FPT- Open Until Filled.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Res -ponsible for selling general mer-chandise to customers and ensur-ing merchandise is properlystocked and displayed for theCosmetics, Health & PersonalCare, Sporting Goods, Garden,Christmas Shop , Pets, and Coughand Cold departments.Ann#13000241 Sales Clerk/SL/NF-01/FPT- Open Until Filled.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Respon -sible for selling general merchan-dise to customers and ensuringmerchandise is properly stockedand displayed for the Jewelry,Mens, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics,Handbags, and Children’s depart-ments.Ann#130001L4 Store Worker/W3/NA-02/Flex – Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $10.23. Performs

various duties including load-ing/unloading merchandise andcart retrieval in an Exchangestore, storeroom and/or location.Ann#130003WN LP/ Safety In -vestigative Asst (Trainee)/52/NF-01/Flex–Open Until Filled Pay Rate: $9.50-$11.00. Res -ponsible for the protection of NavyExchange assets through inves-tigative strategies and the audit-ing of controls designed to preventand minimize loss potential.

EARTH & VINE WINE SHOPAnn#120002QJ Sales Clerk/PS/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50Responsible for selling generalmerchandise to customers andensuring merchandise is properlystocked and available. Candidatesmust be at least 18 years old toapply.

GRICIGNANO MINI MARTAnn#12000343 Sales Clerk/MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Res -ponsible for selling general mer-chandise to customers and ensur-ing merchandise is properlystocked and available. Candidatesmust be at least 18 years old toapply.

CAPODICHINO NEX MARTAnn#130001NR Sales Clerk/MM/NF-01/Flex- Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Responsible for selling generalmerchandise to customers andensuring merchandise is properlystocked and available. Candidatesmust be at least 18 years old toapply.

ROME EMBASSY MINI MARTAnn#1300024L Sales Clerk/MM/NF-01/Flex- Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. JobSummary: Responsible for sellinggeneral merchandise to customersand ensuring merchandise isproperly stocked and available.Candidates must be at least 18years old to apply.

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bacon, eggs, sausage, by watchingwhile the items are cooking, turn-ing as required; regulating tem-perature and removing whendone.

CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S POSITION

CYP Education TechnicianLeader, CY-1702-II, ANN# 14-003 regular full time (Eligible forPost Allowance) Fleet and FamilyReadiness Program, CYP Div -ision, School Age Care. JobSummary: The purpose of the CYProgram Leader (CYP) is to pro-vide appropriate developmentcare and instruction for childrenand youth ranging in age from 6weeks to 18 years in one or moreCY programs. This includes theprovision of guidance, assistance,and mentoring for the CYProgram Assistants. Open UntilFilledCYP Education TechnicianLeader, CY-1702-II, ANN# 14-004 regular full time (Eligible forPost Allowance) Fleet and FamilyReadiness Program, CYP Div -ision, Teen Center. Job Summary:The purpose of the CY ProgramLeader (CYP) is to provide appro-priate development care andinstruction for children and youthranging in age from 6 weeks to 18years in one or more CY pro-grams. This includes the provi-sion of guidance, assistance, andmentoring for the CY ProgramAssistants. Open Until FilledEducation Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#14-015, regularfull time (Eligible for PostAllowance) Child DevelopmentCenters, Capodichino. Providesappropriate developmental careand instruction for children andyouth ranging in age from sixweeks to eighteen years in a Childand Youth Program setting.Closing date: Nov. 29. Area of con-sideration: Current CYP employ-ees only.

NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Gricignano, Building 2091-BCall 081-813-5253/5254

Hours: Monday throughFriday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For a current list of U.S. vacan-cies and the on-line application,please visit our website at:https://www.NavyExchange.jobs.

U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLEDISTRICT GENERAL

STAFFINGAnn#130004F6 Motor VehicleOperator (Courier)/GS/NA-05/RFT. Open Until Filled. Pay:$10.94. Operates a motor vehicle(i.e. pick-up truck, sedan, carry-all) up to and including 10,000pounds to transport mail, person-nel, articles and materialsthroughout the geographical areaand/or on public roads.Candidates must be at least 18years old to apply.

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