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Col. Kerry E. Norman Assumes Command

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COMMAND TEAM

Col. Kerry E. Norman

Garrison Commander

Brian Adkins

Deputy to the Garrison Commander

Lt. Col. Meritt Phillips

Deputy Garrison Commander

Command Sgt. Major DeeAnn Dunstan

Garrison Command Sergeant Major

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Official Command Publication of U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett

CSTX 91-17-03 Soldiers of the 5th Battalion, 20th Infantry Regiment, based at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., engaging in

light attacks as the opposing force to Army Reserve and National

Guard forces during the Combat Support Training Exercise in July.

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INSET COVER PHOTO: Col. Kerry E. Norman, the new Garrison

Commander, addressed the garrison for the first time during the

Change of Command Ceremony held at the FHL Track & Field.

Story on Page 6. (Photo by Bryan Lee, FMWR)

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Greetings Team

Fort Hunter Liggett,

Let me begin with saying how

honored I am to have this privilege

and opportunity to work with a team of

dedicated professionals that work tire-

lessly everyday to support the troops

and the civilians that work and live

here.

During the first two months I’ve

been on ground, I’ve witnessed ex-

ceptional subject matter expertise,

dedication to mission and enthusiasm

for the great training opportunities

FHL has to offer.

In order to help me assess our

command and identify what we’re do-

ing great and what we can improve

upon, I ask for everyone to take the

Command Climate Survey when it’s

available in October. It’s very im-

portant and all supervisors will allow

time for employees to complete this

survey. This survey is anonymous so

please be candid and provide sugges-

tions on how we can address an is-

sues you might identify.

My vision is for the entire com-

mand - FHL and PRFTA - to be rec-

ognized and serve as “Premier To-

tal Force Training Centers.” I will

build upon what my predecessors

have accomplished and continue the

upward glide path to greater things for

the garrison and our customers. Our

efforts in supporting of training warf-

ighters plays a key and integral part in

the overall readiness of our military,

our allies, and the security of our

homeland.

This task is not to be taken lightly, it

is what we do as a team and what

you do as an individual. BE PROUD

of your contribution!

My leadership philosophy is

simple - we exist to provide quality

installation services and facilities to

enable Total Force Readiness - so

everything we do must be driven with

a focus to enable Soldiers’ readiness

to fight. We must also provide the

same quality of services and facilities

to the civilians who work and reside

here.

In August, I distributed a memo

outlining the four parts to my leader-

ship philosophy: stewardship, ac-

countability, action, and values. Read

this, if you haven’t already - it’s avail-

able on the Command Group Share-

Point page.

We’ve had several important

dignitaries visit since I’ve taken com-

mand. The IMCOM Commanding

General, Lt. Gen. Dahl’s visit in Au-

gust allowed us to showcase the

training assets at both installations

and more importantly, the potential

for us to be Premier Total Force

Training Centers. The 7th Infantry

Division Commanding General, Maj.

Gen. Burleson, visited in September

to do a reconnaissance before decid-

ing if his division will come train at

FHL next year. There are some prep-

arations we need to make before

they arrive - let’s not let them down!

Thank you for your service and

dedication and please incorporate

risk assessment in everything you do

at work and at home because you

Commander’s message

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Garrison Commander Col. Kerry E. Norman

To be recognized and serve as

the “Premier Total Force Train-

ing Center.”

To provide quality installation

services and facilities to enable

Total Force readiness.

BE professional

KNOW your job in and out

DO your personal best everyday

are our most important asset and criti-

cal to our mission success.

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Safety first From the Garrison Safety Office:

Don't Slip Up and Fall Down on the Job

Falls are one of the leading caus-es of workplace injury and death, and these aren't necessarily falls from heights such as ladders or construc-tion scaffolds. Most falls are from the same level, caused by slipping or trip-ping. FHL has four broken arms cases in the last five years due to falls from the same level and seven other falls requiring first aid. Please be aware of your surroundings and do not engage in distracted walking. Most of the tips listed below are based on findings from recent inspections around post. Take the time to correct any issues in

your workplace.

The main causes of slips, trips, and

falls in the workplace are:

Poor housekeeping: scrap on floors, spilled liquids, equipment cluttering the aisles. Don’t ignore these hazards. You may think someone else will take care of it,

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but that may not happen in time to prevent an accident.

Dangerous surface conditions: broken or cracked surfaces, pro-truding nails, different elevations which are unmarked, torn car-pets, loose or curled mats and slippery finishes are all hazards.

Insufficient lighting: Dim or incorrect lighting, glare in areas where it is dangerous or lights which flicker or "strobe" and cause perception difficulties.

Inattention to tasks: Careless-ness brought on by inexperience, horseplay, fatigue or personal problems.

Improper footwear: Shoes which are not properly fastened, are too big, too small, have slip-

pery bottoms or oversized heels.

Preventing falls:

Keep obstructions out of walk-ways. These items are common causes of tripping accidents - stored materials, equipment, ca-bles, cords, hoses, scrap, and trash. Keep doors and drawers of cabinets and workbenches closed.

Keep all floors as clean as possible. Clean up any spills promptly. If this is not possible, make sure there is a barricade and sign.

Floor coverings such as car-pets, mats, and tiles should be secured to prevent tripping hazards.

Don't run in your work area. Make sure your footwear won't

trip you up. It should fit well

and have low heels. Keep your shoelaces tied.

Properly barricade any hazard-ous areas such as construction zones.

If you are carrying an item, be sure you can see over it or around it. This is especially im-portant on stairways.

Autumn Safety

The change in weather brings the flu season, and the National Safe-ty Council recommends that everyone six months and older gets a flu vac-cination. Learn more about flu preven-tion and the flu vaccine at the National Safety Council website: http://www.nsc.org/learn/Pages/safety-events-fall-into-safety.aspx.

It will get darker sooner so use caution when driving or walking out and about - use your car lights and wear reflective gear. Don’t forget to teach children safety tips during Hal-loween and check their candy bags. When you change the time on your clocks for Daylight Savings Time change, also change the batteries to your smoke alarms and carbon mon-oxide detectors.

Some holiday festivity safety tips: handle food with clean hands; put food away when done eating and keep surfaces clean to avoid food poi-soning; use caution when baking your turkey and keep the little ones out the kitchen; and don’t drink and drive. For more info: https://www.cdc.gov/

Sept. is National Preparedness Month. Visit this website for great tips, toolkits, sample evacuation plans, and much more to keep your family safe:

https://www.ready.gov/september

SAFETY WORKS EXCUSES DON’T

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According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, we are losing more than 500 of our each day. Since 2013, the Vietnam War Commemoration’s History and Legacy Branch (H&L) has been conducting video-recorded oral history interviews to capture the mem-ories of our Vietnam veterans. The mission of the H&L Branch is to provide the American public with a clearer un-derstanding of and appreciation for the service and sacri-fice of our Vietnam veterans, and to tell the story about their service during that period of our nation's history. If you are a Vietnam Veteran, or know those interested in sharing their stories, please email [email protected]. For more info on the Vietnam War Commemoration visit http://www.vietnamwar50th.com/

McCloughan outside the White House after receiving his Medal of Honor from President Trump on July 31, 2017. He was an Army medic in the Vietnam War. Read complete story: https://go.usa.gov/xRmqd. (U.S. Army photo by Eboni Ever-

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FORMER SPC. 5 JAMES MCCLOUGHAN

news

Cobra King, the Sherman tank that was first to break through German lines at the Battle of the Bulge, is installed at the site of the National Museum of the United States Army in Fort Belvoir, Va.

(Photo by J. Lawler Duggan/The Washington Post)

The “Cobra King” - the 38-ton U.S. Army legend that bullied its way through German lines during WWII Battle of the Bulge and was

first to relieve the besieged defenders of Bastogne - was discovered in Germany and shipped back to the U.S. in 2009. Now re-

stored, it will be part of the National Museum of the United States Army, a state-of-the-art museum scheduled to open in 2019.

Read the story: https://www.stripes.com/news/us/a-battered-world-war-ii-hero-of-bastogne-gets-a-new-home-museum-built-around-

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Garrison highlights

On July 14, 2017, Fort Hunter Liggett said farewell to Col. Jan C. Norris and welcomed Col. Kerry E. Norman as the new garrison commander. Norman’s family and friends were in attendance, as were many community leaders and partners eager to meet the new commander. Presiding over the ceremony was the IMCOM-Readiness Director, Brenda Lee McCullough. Addressing the garrison for the first time, Norman said, “Team FHL and Parks, I want you to know that I wanted this installation. It was my first choice and I’m excit-ed to be here on this new journey. This journey is not about Kerry Norman. This journey is about all of us, Hunter Liggett and Parks, as a team. Whether you sit at a desk or you’re at range operations, you all play a key and vital role in the readiness of our country’s warriors and the overall safety of our nation. Never doubt or question how im-portant your individual role is because it is.” For the Garri-son Commander’s complete speech: https://www.youtube.com/user/FortHunterLiggett Norman hails from Kirkwood, Mich. and raised in Mar-in County, Calif. She is a graduate of the Army War Col-

lege and holds several graduate degrees. Norman enlisted in the Army in February 1986 and received a direct com-mission as a 2nd Lt. in March 1992 while serving at Sixth Army, Presidio of San Francisco. She served with the 91st Training Division as an enlisted Soldier, and served over-seas on five of seven continents. Her full bio is available on the FHL SharePoint and website: www.liggett.army.mil.

July 14, 2017, Fort Hunter Liggett Change of Command Ceremony. (Photo by Bryan Lee, FMWR)

“Together, as a team, we will continue

this successful glide path you all have

started to make Fort Hunter Liggett

and Parks the top training installation

and training area in the Army Reserve

and the United States Army.”

- Col. Kerry Norman

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Lt. Gen. Kenneth Dahl’s visit to Fort Hunter Liggett in Au-

gust was part of his extensive tour to all the installations

under his command which includes 48 direct report instal-

lations overseas and CONUS-based and four Army Re-

serve installations. During the tour he asked the FHL Com-

mander and those briefing him what some of the challeng-

es are and made recommendations. "I didn’t come here to

be a visitor,” said the IMCOM Commanding General, Lt.

Gen. Kenneth Dahl, “I came here to see how I can help

you do your job better.”

IMCOM Commanding General Visits

Fort Hunter Liggett in August

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“What you do is very important to our

strategic defense.” - Lt. Gen. Dahl

From top down: Atop the 301 Complex, Art Watson with

the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization, and Secu-

rity (DPTMS), briefed the CG on FHL’s capabilities and the

strategic partnership with Camp Roberts which enables a

realistic and challenging deployment, staging, and move-

ment to theater operations. Watson also informed the CG

of planned upgrades to facilities that will enhance training

for troops.

At the Cybrary, the Director of FMWR, Mr. Charle-

magne Tertulien highlighted the August Community Expo

and all the sponsors helping to make the event a success.

Marketing Specialist Bryan Lee provided an facility over-

view brief to highlight the many services the Cybrary pro-

vides to the FHL community.

The CG and his command team enjoyed a special tri-

tip lunch at the Dining Facility. They also enjoyed a deli-

cious meal at the Hacienda while FHL Cultural Resource

manager Lisa Cipolla, provided a brief on the San Antonio

Valley and installation’s history, as well as William R.

Hearst’s contributions to the area.


Fort Hunter Liggett hosts an annual Summer Hire Program employing Army and local youth. This year,13 youth ranging in

14 to 28 in age, learned valuable skills while earning a paycheck. Some participants have even been hired as regular full-

time staff. When asked, the main theme amongst the group was that they learned responsibility and interpersonal skills.

Many professed they were shy and not comfortable talking to others but this experience has helped them gain the confi-

dence to interact with people better. They also enjoyed helping and the direct-engagement with Soldiers.

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Kyle Henderson worked with the FHL Network Enterprise Center (NEC) during his summer hire employment. He learned how to pro-gram and install network switches, how to deliver telephone services to our customers and played a key role in the Windows 10 migration effort at FHL. Henderson is 28 years old and a student at Fresno State College pursuing a Computer Science degree. “Kyle was truly an asset to the Network Enterprise Center. We hope to have him back next year to continue learning and doing more great things,” said Ben Quick, the FHL NEC Director.

2017 Summer Hire Program participants recognized by the Garrison Commander at the Hacienda. (Photo by Bryan Lee, FMWR)

September is Suicide Prevention Month

YOU ARE A VALUED MEMBER OF THE ARMY TEAM.

Army Life can be stressful to both Soldiers and their family,

and to the civilian workforce. Don’t deal with a problem

alone. Reach out to a helping hand. Leaders play a critical

role in creating a culture of trust, support and promote

readiness and resilience to strengthen the workforce. Have

the courage to help others and courage to reach out for

help. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

Some resilient coping strategies:

Pick up a new hobby like cooking, playing a musical

instrument or learn a new sport.

Exercise. In addition to keeping you fit, exercise can be

a great stress reliever and coping strategy.

Sometimes, merely getting away from your stresses and finding peace and relaxation, even if only for a few

minutes each day, can be beneficial.

Talk to others. Support groups are a good resource.

Journaling your thoughts and emotions can help you

sort out your feelings and be a stress relief.

Volunteering is a great way to keep you occupied while

giving back to others.

Join church, school, community activities

Resources:

FHL Alcohol & Drug Control Officer, Carrie Hicks,

831-386-2727

FHL chaplains 925-719-3075

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK

Army fact sheets, training guides (https://go.usa.gov/xRmap)

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (https://afsp.org)

National Institute of Mental Health (https://go.usa.gov/xRmaJ)

National Resource Directory (https://go.usa.gov/xRmaQ)

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In the spotlight

Lt. Gen. Kenneth Dahl made time during his tight schedule

at Fort Hunter Liggett to personally thank some garrison

employees for their dedication and superior performance

by awarding them with his coin for excellence. He empha-

sized how important everyone’s work is to the strategic

defense.

DPTMS Range Control Specialist Spc. Christopher

Struttkirst was recognized for implementing safe range

procedures and providing excellent briefings to units dur-

ing CSTX and WAREX that contributed to the overall exer-

cise success.

DES Security Guard Jesus Alvarez was recognized

for his initiative and a willingness to enhance the installa-

tions security posture, ensuring any time the Defense Bio-

metric Identification System is offline that 100% ID checks

are completed for all persons entering the post.

RM Budget Analyst Debbie Hawkins was recognized

for her superior performance in managing and executing

the garrison’s transition to the new ATAAPS database.

The transition effort spanned five months and much of the

transition data required manually building new profiles for

the command’s 285 employees, re-validating timekeeper

and approving official access and signature cards, and

verifying employee alternate work schedules.

DPW Waste Water Treatment System Operators

Frank Brinkman and Ron Garner (L-R) was recognized for

performing above and beyond the call of duty in assisting

the Operations and Maintenance Division (O & M) of DPW

while they are short-staffed and by responding to an emer-

gency water line break during WAREX. The duo have put

in many additional hours to keep critical infrastructure op-

erations going at Fort Hunter Liggett.

These five individuals epitomize the Army Values and

are valued members of the Fort Hunter Liggett and Army

team.

FHL Employees Recognized by

the IMCOM Commanding General

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By Amy Phillips, Public Affairs Office

The first Sergeant Audie Murphy Board was con-

ducted at Fort Hunter Liggett on September 14, 2017

with Sgt. Mark Eda, a range control specialist, as the

lone Soldier to face off a board of sergeant majors.

Eda spent two days trying to earn his nomination

and prove that he is worthy of inclusion in the prestig-

ious Sergeant Audie Murphy Club (SAMC). He took a

physical fitness test, wrote a biographical essay, and

stood in front of two oral boards.

There are three phases a Soldier must pass to be

considered: (1) Commander’s Nomination, (2) Initial

Selection Board review at unit level, (3) Final Selection

Board review with the higher headquarter’s command

sergeant major as president, and three or more com-

mand or sergeant major appointed by the president.

“The most challenging aspect was preparing for

the final board,” said Eda.

During the Final Selection Board, Eda was grilled

on everything Army – customs and courtesies, weapons

knowledge, leadership skills, Army programs, etc. - and

every detail on Sgt. Audie Murphy. Board members

took turns asking questions and often asked non-

related questions, such as what his favorite sports

team is, to try and throw him off. He was also di-

rected to execute many drill and ceremony move-

ments.

Eda was born in the Philippines but grew up in

Hawaii. He entered the active duty Army in 2005 as

an infantry Soldier and deployed to Iraq for a 15-

month tour in 2007-2008. In 2012, Eda joined the

Army Reserve’s most decorated unit, the 100th In-

fantry Battalion/442nd Infantry Regiment. He has

earned eight medals and numerous ribbons, to in-

clude the Iraq Campaign Medal with 1 campaign

star.

Eda’s military education include Warrior Leader

Course (WLC), Combat Life Savers Course, Jungle

Leaders Course, Master Driver Training Course,

Drivers Training Course and Basic Combative

Course. He is in the process of earning a Bachelor’s

degree in Criminal Justice.

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Sgt. Mark Eda facing off the SAMC Board which consisted of (L-R at table) non-voting recorder, Sgt. 1st Class Nadya Rosales with the 79th Sustainment Command; SGM Carole Puskedra with the 91st Training Division; the board president, Command Sgt. Major Kelly Largent with the 63rd Regional Support Command (RSC) (center); FHL Garrison Command Sgt. Major DeeAnn Dunstan; and Sgt. Major Wayne Penn

with the 63rd RSC. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Amy Phillips)

Sgt. Mark Eda Faced off with the First Sergeant Audie Murphy Board

Held at Fort Hunter Liggett

“I nominated Sgt. Eda because he consistently dis-plays leadership qualities such as loyalty and self-less service. He is one of the hardest working NCO's on my team and deserved an opportunity to showcase his hard work and talent,” said Sgt. 1st Class Thomas Ninkovich, Sgt. Eda’s supervisor and sponsor for the SAMC consideration. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Amy Phillips)


Fullmer named as Examiner for 2017

Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award

The Baldrige Award is the nation’s highest honor for

organizational innovation and performance excellence.

The examiner board is composed of more than 340 leading

experts competitively selected from industry, professional, trade,

education, health care and nonprofit (including government) organiza-

tions from across the United States. Those selected meet the highest stand-

ards of qualification and peer recognition, demonstrating competencies re-

lated to customer focus, communication, ethics, action orientation, team

building and analytical skills. At FHL, Fullmer is leading the Army Communi-

ty of Excellence (ACOE) committee with representatives from various garri-

son directorates to develop FHL’s application for the 2018 Army’s Baldrige

Award.

Fullmer exemplifies “additional duty as directed”

He’s shifting gears from the Plans, Analysis, Integration Office (PAIO) Chief/

Acting Director of Human Resources (Nov. 2014 to June 2016) to the Acting

Director of Emergency Services (DES) effective Sept. 26, until a new direc-

tor is hired. Melissa Foslien will act as the PAIO in his absence.

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DES Chris McGuire accepted the

Executive Officer position as Fort

Lee, Va. Thank you for your

professionalism and service

as the DES from 2015-2017,

and as the Fire Chief from

2014-2015. BEST WISHES

to Mr. McGuire at his new

duty station.

GREG VALLERY

Public Works Director, Greg Vallery, was recognized on Aug.

16, 2017, with a FEDS Spotlight Award, a new initiative by the

Federal Energy Management Program that recognizes federal

agencies and staff who embody the principles of efficient and

innovative energy, water, and fleet management by connecting,

collaborating, and conserving. For more info: https://

energy.gov/eere/femp/feds-spotlight-presented-2017-energy-

exchange (FEMP photo)

DON GADDINI

Don Gaddini (L), receiving award from

supervisor, David Fullmer.

Don Gaddini, who is convalescing

at home until his retirement in No-

vember 2017, was presented with

his 35-year Civil Service Award in

August 2017 by his supervisor,

Dave Fullmer. He has been FHL's

PAIO Management Analyst

since 2004 and is an Army

Reserve Veteran. Best

wishes and thank you

for your service.

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ARMY CYBER AWARENESS

Protecting our information and systems is

EVERYONE’s responsibility and is a 24/7

commitment. Whether at work, home or

out in the field, cybersecurity diligence is

imperative to protecting the nation, your

command and family.


The SAMC began at Fort Hood, Texas, in 1986 as a

means to recognize non-commissioned officers (NCOs)

who have consistently demonstrated the highest qualities

of leadership and exemplify the Army Values. In 1994, the

SAMC was adopted Army-wide, allowing commands and

installations to conduct a board and select new members.

All Active Army, Army Reserve, and Army National Guard

NCOs in the ranks of Corporal through Sergeant First

Class assigned or attached to TRADOC units are eligible

for the SAMC per Forces Command (FORSCOM) Regula-

tion 600-14.

Sgt. Audie Leon Murphy came from a humble back-

ground chopping cotton at a Texas sharecropper’s farm,

and became the highest decorated Soldier of WWII in

American history. He was assigned to the 15th Infantry

Regiment of the 3rd Infantry Division where he fought in

North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany. He earned

a battlefield commission for his courage and leadership

(Continued from page 11) After his Army discharge in

1945, World War II hero, Lt.

Audie Murphy went on to

become an author, actor and

Hollywood producer. His best

known film is “To Hell and

Back,” adapted from the best-

selling book of his war experi-

ences by the same name.

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ability, as well as, citations and decorations of every med-

al for valor that America awards. Murphy was also award-

ed one Belgian and three French medals.

He died in a plane crash at the age of 47 years old,

and rests at the Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, with

the rank of a major. For more info: www.audiemurphy.com/

samc.htm, www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Explore/Notable-Graves/

Prominent-Military-Figures/Audie-Murphy

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MISSION HIGHLIGHTS

U.S. Army Reserve military police Soldiers from the 56th Military Police Company, of Mesa, Arizona, return from a recon-naissance patrol during the Combat Support Training Exercise (CSTX) 91-17-03 at Fort Hunter Liggett, Calif., July 22, 2017. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Master Sgt. Michel Sauret, 200th MP Command)

By Amy Phillips, Public Affairs Office

The annual U.S. Army Reserve Combat Support

Training Exercise (CSTX) hosted by the 91st Training Divi-

sion at Fort Hunter Liggett, was executed this year in con-

junction with Global Medic. Both exercises are multi-

component joint exercise that prepare units for operational

deployments around the world. Nearly 70 units with more

than 5,400 services members from the Army Reserve, Ar-

my, Army National Guard, Navy, and Canadian Armed

Forces participated in CSTX.

The CSTX focused on combat support and combat

maneuver support, including logistical or sustainment train-

ing for combat sustainment support battalions, military po-

lice and medical training.

Lt. Gen. Charles D. Luckey, commanding general for

Army Reserve Command, was one of many top brass that

observed the training. “Where we're going is not where

we've been,” Luckey told Soldiers participating in the exer-

cise. He emphasized the need for training and adaptability,

urging Soldiers to pay close attention to the evolving na-

ture of threats and the flexibility needed to prepare for

global challenges.

Luckey believes in realistic training scenarios and

austere environments to prepare America’s Army Reserve

as the most capable, combat-ready, and lethal Federal

Reserve force in the history of the Nation. FHL is an ideal

training platform with more than 165,000 acres of unen-

croached mountains, valleys, rivers, plains and forests to

meet today’s training requirements.

CSTX 91-17-03

“The CSTX is preparing us for AERF because

we’re not used to being in an austere environ-

ment. We are adjusting accordingly to not think of

how (Soldiers) used to mobilize and operate on

FOBs,” said Capt. Ciera Jackson, commander of

the 208th Transportation Company. “Now we have

to be self-sufficient and to sustain ourselves.

When it’s time to go, we have to get up and go.”

http://www.usar.army.mil


Army Reserve engineers are part of the Army Early Response Force (AERF) that have to ready to deploy within 30 days of notification.

“Our mission is to shape the battlefield, and my Soldiers are getting ‘dig time’ practicing digging trenches, fighting posi-tions and clearing obstacles, but we are also executing real world missions to improve Fort Hunter Liggett,” said Capt. Chris Appling, company commander of the 718th Engineer Company out of Fort Benning, Ga. “My Soldiers in 2nd pla-toon have been out in the field clearing fire breaks to pre-vent the spread of brush fires in the area.” Read story: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/242199/army-early-response-force-engineers-train-shape-battlefield

First Army helps build a more mobile force of ready reserves.

The active component 4th Cavalry Multi-Functional Train-ing Brigade, First Army Division East, provided about 65 active- and reserve-component observer coach/trainers (OC/Ts) to augment the Army Reserve’s 91st Training Divi-

sion and assist in executing the CSTX. Read story: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/242522/first-army-helps-build-more-mobile-force-ready-reserves

“There are some very clearly skilled and motivated

company-level leaders on the ground doing some

remarkable things with our outfits,” said Maj. Gen.

Todd McCaffrey, commanding general of First Ar-

my Division East during his visit to FHL. “This plat-

form of Fort Hunter Liggett, and the exercise that

the 91st Training Division has put together, is a

great opportunity to get at the kinds of readiness

that we need to have at our Army reserve-

component forces.”

All products from the exercise are available at:

https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/CSTX911703

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COLD STEEL


Sgt. Hector Orozco, Bravo Company, 301st Military Intelligence Battalion, Fort Shafter, Hawaii, fires 40mm grenades from the MK19 Automatic Grenade Launcher during a weap-ons qualification at the Operation Cold Steel exercise conducted at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, Mar. 19, 2017. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Master Sgt. Anthony L. Taylor)

FHL is hosting their first-ever COLD STEEL this Fall with

an estimated 2,000+ Soldiers to qualify on crew-

served weapons.

Cold Steel is key to ensuring that America’s Army Reserve units and Soldiers are trained and ready to deploy on short-notice and bring combat-ready and lethal firepower in support of the Total Army

and Joint Force partners around the world.

An estimated 1,500 Soldiers got

a leg up in meeting the Army’s new T-

standards at the Army Reserve’s first

large-scale live-fire training and crew-

served weapons qualification and vali-

dation exercise at Fort McCoy, Wisc.

earlier this year. The vast majority are

part of the Army Reserve’s Ready

Force, tasked with maintaining higher

levels of peacetime readiness to off-

set risk to the nation.

In accordance with Objective T

standards, all units will be required to

conduct annual crew-served and plat-

form qualifications in order to meet

directed readiness objectives.

“For the Ready Force units and

Soldiers, there won’t be the post-mob

“train-up” time to build this proficient,”

said Lt. Gen. Charles Luckey, chief

of Army Reserve and commanding

general, U.S. Army Reserve Com-

mand.

The Army Reserve compromis-

es approximately two-thirds Maneu-

ver Support capabilities, with a focus

on units such as transportation, quar-

termaster, ordnance and logistics, so

gunnery skills are new for many of

the Soldiers participating in Cold

Steel.

“We operate in this asymmetric

battlefield, as soon as you step out-

side the gate, you are in enemy

lines,” said Brig. Gen. Fletcher Wash-

ington, 80th Training Command depu-

ty commanding general for opera-

tions.”

The Army relies on early entry

enablers resident in the Army Re-

serve. The goal is to ensure Soldiers

training at Cold Steel are prepared to

deploy quickly - in 90 days or less -

with the active-component.

The priorities at Cold Steel are to qualify vehicle gun crews, create Vehi-cle Crew Evaluators to train Reserve units, and to qualify individual ground crews. Excerpt of story by Master Sgt. Anthony Tay-lor, 85th Training Command. Read full story in the Army Reserve Warrior Citizen Magazine

https://www.dvidshub.net/publication/437/warrior-citizen

Find out what installations around the country are doing to reach their Net Zero goals

at the Army Reserve Sustainability Program website:

https://sustainableusar.com/


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During the IMCOM Commanding General Lt. Gen. Kenneth Dahl’s visit in August, he was able to witness

the ground-breaking Net Zero projects at Fort Hunter Liggett. On the left, he is seen receiving a brief from

Sierra Energy Senior Processing Manager Michael Anderson on the first commercial FastOX® Pathfinder

System, aka gasifier, ever installed at a military installation. According to Sierra Energy, the plant will sig-

nificantly lower risk, cost and the carbon footprint related to transporting and the disposal of trash by con-

verting post-recycled, solid waste into electricity and diesel fuels. Watch time lapse video of the system be-

ing built at FHL and learn more at: www.sierraenergy.com/projects/fort-hunter-liggett/. On the right, Quali-

fied Recycling Plant manager Ron Ritchie highlighted how it is a self-sufficient program aligns with the

FHL Net Zero initiative while supporting FHL programs and community events. The QRP saves the garri-

son $80,000 annually by diverting waste materials from the landfill to the plant for recycling.

IMCOM CG Sees FHL Sustainability Efforts First Hand

The FHL gasifier project sets a new mile marker on the U.S. Army’s path to zero waste.

https://sustainableusar.com/http://www.sierraenergy.com/projects/fort-hunter-liggett/


By Amy Phillips, Fort Hunter Liggett Public Affairs

Forget candy crushing, virtual farming and things that

turn your brain numb and gives you finger cramps. Fresno

native, Stephanie Sonnier lives a secret life that blows the

candy and farm crops out of this world.

She wears faux fur, fancy jewelry and hats, and struts

about a fancy mansion likes she’s a rich and famous gal

from the 1930s.

“It takes you away from your everyday life…and you

transform yourself,” said Sonnier. “You get to live a fanta-

sy.”

A Secret Life,

the Hearst Connection

Feature story

In 2015, Sonnier recruited her boyfriend, Trevor De La Cruz, a mem-

ber of DPW’s Roads and Grounds Crew, to also be a docent.

(Courtesy photo)

“It takes you away from your

everyday life…and you trans-

form yourself...You get to live

a fantasy.” - Stephanie Sonnier

But most of all, “…you get to actually walk around

where all these historical figures once walked around,” said

Sonnier. Actors like Charlie Chaplin and Joan Crawford,

and many dignitaries are known to have been guests of

Hearst’s.

Her double-life all ties back to the news magnate Wil-

liam R. Hearst and the historic Milpitas Ranch House. Lo-

cated at Fort Hunter Liggett, the ranch house is also known

as the Hacienda. The War Department bought the Hearst

land and the structures on the property to in 1940 as a

place to train and prepare troops for World War II.

While working at the Hacienda as the business opera-

tions assistant in 2014, Sonnier met a hotel guest that was

a Hearst Castle employee. Sonnier jumped at the oppor-

tunity to learn more about the history of the Hacienda and

the architect Julia Morgan. The guest in return, capitalized

on Sonnier’s interest and introduced her to the Hearst Cas-

tle docent program.

Sonnier went for two interviews before being selected,

and has been volunteering at the castle since 2014. The

Hearst Castle is a National Historic Landmark and a Cali-

fornia State Park. The job doesn’t pay but the perks alone

sure make it worthwhile.

One of the perks include a dip in the Olympic-sized

Neptune Pool once a year. This is open for volunteers who

have put in at least 50 hours. “It was September so it was

chilly…I wasn’t going to jump in then I thought but if I don’t,

I’m going to regret it.” It turned out that was the last swim

before the pool was drained for repairs in 2014.

(Continued on page 19)


ABOVE: The Assembly Room at the Hearst Castle where

guests of William R. Hearst once relaxed and mingled. (U.S.

Army Reserve photo by Amy Phillips)

BELOW: The docents serve as a background element to pro-

vide a 1930s aura for visitors. During training, docents learn

period-vocabulary and proper mannerism while on duty.

(Courtesy photo)

According to local media, the pool was temporarily

filled on August 4 to test for leaks (www.sanluisobispo.com/

news/local/community/cambrian/article165556087.html).

The $5.4 million renovations project is expected to last

through January 2018.

Sonnier says docents receive two days of training on

how to portray a person from the 1930s such as manner-

ism, vocabulary, hairstyles and makeup. “It was very in-

tense,” said Sonnier. They also went on a mock tour to get

the public’s perspective when touring the castle.

Sonnier has been an employee at FHL for nine years

at various locations. She currently serves as the Manage-

ment Assistant and Qualified Recycling Program (QRP)

with FMWR since July 2016. With the small staff at the

QRP, she is often called upon to help with everything from

generation of reports to sorting material at the plant.

(Secret Life - continued from page 18)

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Community engagement


The Fort Hunter Liggett Antiterrorism

(AT) officers will be out and about in

August promoting AT awareness.

Pictured is Shylon Green speaking to

summer hire participants at the

Hacienda. (Photo by Bryan Lee)

The Fort Hunter Liggett Child & Youth

Services Teen Center hosted a Teen

Block Party on August 26, 2017, to

close out the summer with a fun and

safe event. Teens enjoyed many fun

activities, free food and prizes. (Photo

by FMWR)

FMWR hosted the annual

Community Expo on August 24,

2017. The event provides the

garrison community with infor-

mation on organizations from the

surrounding cities and garrison

directorates. (U.S. Army Reserve pho-

to by Amy Phillips)


Since 1940, the Army Entertainment Program has

provided unit entertainment activities, special events, tour-

ing shows and performances for audiences around the

world. During the summer, the EAP hosted a “United We

Band - A Salute to our Troops at Home & Abroad” concert

which performed at FHL on July 23, 2017. The concert

included “Liquid Blue”, who have performed sold-out

shows all over the world; DJ Jena Red, a popular New

York City based DJ; and comedian Ruperto Vanderpool.

(Photo by FMWR)

The FHL Troop Store hosted a special event to celebrate the

Army & Air Forces Exchange Service’s 122nd anniversary in

July. Patrons were treated to many special sales, free pro-

motional items and a piece of cake. For more info: http://

publicaffairs-sme.com/FamilyServingFamily/2017/07/01/

3386/ (Courtesy photos by FHL AAFES Store)

FHL hosted their bi-monthly community relations

group meeting at the historic Hacienda on August 31, 2017

with representatives from Lockwood and King City organi-

zations. Participants shared community event information

and networked with the garrison and each other on poten-

tial partnership and volunteer opportunities. (U.S. Army Re-

serve photo by Amy Phillips)

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CHaPLaIn’s message

By Chaplain (Capt.) Levi H. Marshall

Have you ever heard the saying "when life throws you

lemons, make lemonade"? This is an awesome response

to setbacks, disappointments and loses. However, it is eas-

ier said than done. Unfortunately, human beings naturally

think more negatively about life than positively.

Most research will tell you that around 80% of our

thoughts are negative (supposedly tied into our fight or

flight mechanisms). Whatever the reason, we do not have

to remain subjected our current thoughts and behavior pat-

terns.

Most thoughts and behaviors are reflexive; we say

and do things before we realize it…words become

thoughts, thoughts become behavior, behavior comes

character. We must turn off the autopilot and become more

intentional in our daily living by challenging our thoughts

and exposing ourselves to a higher order thinking.

At some point in our lives we all have felt the pres-

sures of life and needed our spirit lifted. Life can be a strug-

gle and can sometimes cause us to feel overwhelmed.

Whatever we are struggling with, it helps to hear words

of encouragement that remind us of how special we

are and how unique we are in all the universe; that we

are fearfully and wonderfully made. (Psalms 139:31-39)

Genesis 1:26-28 tells us we are made in the image of

God. We all take knocks in life and have moments of

"doom and gloom" but trouble don't last always. I’m going

to let you in on a secret…we are already victorious and in

God's timing we will be blessed with the affirmation of our

victory- so never quit and never accept defeat!

Romans 8:31-39 says “What, then, shall we say in

response to these things? If God is for us, who can be

against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave

him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him,

graciously give us all things? Who will bring any charge

against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justi-

fies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ

Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—

is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us.

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trou-

ble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or

danger or sword? As it is written: “For your sake we face

death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be

slaughtered.” No, in all these things we are more than con-

querors through him who loved us. For I am convinced

that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, nei-

ther the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither

height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be

able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ

Jesus our Lord.”

No matter what the enemy throws at you: whether

you've just had another setback chasing your dreams,

been rejected by someone you love, faced tragedy, or

you're just feeling drained from the ups and downs of life,

remember that there is a conqueror inside of you.

Live as one who is victorious!

Encourage yourself today!

Live in the abundant life that Christ provides and love as

hard as you can.


That day's destruction and devastation did not condemn this country to a future filled with fear. No,

this loss, as profound as it was, did not break the soul of this nation. It made us stronger. That day

fortified Americans with pride and patriotism and created a spirit of service in the hearts of a new gen-

eration. Fort Hunter Liggett observed this day with speeches commemorating the heroes of past and

present that serve selflessly to protect the community, and a walk to reflect upon the significance of

Patriot Day. FHL also conducted an observance at the San Antonio School with Deputy Commander

Lt. Col. Meritt Phillips as the guest speaker and a detail of

Soldiers, police officer and firefighters to honor the fallen.

Visit this website for stories of perseverance, resiliency and

observances across

the nation: https://

www.army.mil/

patriotday/

Sept. 11, 2001, changed more than

the skyline of New York City - the

attacks changed a generation of

Americans, our Army and our

world.

FHL Patriot Day Walk

San Antonio School Patriot

Day at Lockwood, Calif.

https://www.army.mil/patriotday/https://www.army.mil/patriotday/https://www.army.mil/patriotday/

WELCOME TO

Allie Vallery Human Development Specialist, Directorate of Human Resources

Carmen Leggett Family Advocacy Program Manager, FMWR-Army Community Service

Joel Pean Management Specialist Intern, Plans, Analysis, and Integration Office

CORRECTION

In the June 2017 issue, 1st Lt. Wan-

da Carr was incorrectly identified as

the new Garrison HHC Deputy Com-

mander. Her correct title is the HHC

Executive Officer.


provided by the FHL DHR. For more

information go to https://

www.cpms.osd.

mil/Subpage/NewBeginnings/

DPMAP. The Defense Performance

Management and Appraisal System

is accessed via the MyBiz Portal:

https://compo.dcpds.cpms.osd.mil/

MILITARY DISCOUNTS

Did you know that most mobile

phone carriers offer a military dis-

count? AT&T and Verizon offers

15% off your monthly bill for active

duty military. Sprint and US Cellular

offer 15% off monthly for National

Guard, Reserve and Veterans.

FHL EMERGENCY

MANAGEMENT

The FHL Emergency Management

Branch is seeking FHL personnel for

the Exercise Planning Team. The

team’s role is to develop and pre-

pare the Full Scale Exercise (FSE)

scheduled in January 2018. The

intent for FSEs is to identify short-

falls and streamline emergency op-

erations process so the garrison and

its partners can effectively and effi-

ciently execute services during a

crisis. FSEs are critical to everyone

on post - know what to do and who

to contact in an event of a crisis.

Please contact Steve Gregory at

[email protected] or

831-386-3209.

NEW PERFORMANCE

MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The appraisal cycle for all employ-

ees will eventually be from April 1 to

March 31. GS 13-15 employees and

WG equivalents have transitioned to

the new appraisal system as of July,

and GS 9-12 employees and WG

equivalents will transition to new

system in Nov. GS 1-8 and WG

equivalents will transition in June

2018. Training will continued to be

Employee bulletin

ALLEN SMITH 1967-2017

Alan Eugene Smith, 50, a lifelong resident of King City passed away on July 27, 2017 in Salinas, Calif.

He enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family. He was a true Raider Fan. He enjoyed watching

UFC fights and he loved the outdoors, anything country. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Marisela

Smith; sons, Skyoor, Gabriel, Nathan and daughter Sadie; grandchildren, Jeremiah, Levie, Logan; par-

ents, Rod and Karen Smith; mother-in-law, Juanita Ramirez. (Information from Rustler obituary) Mr.

Smith was a valued member of the Public Works Directorate at Fort Hunter Liggett from 2008 to 2017.

He was well liked and respected by those who worked with him and by the many customers he served.

https://www.cpms.osd.mil/Subpage/NewBeginnings/DPMAPhttps://www.cpms.osd.mil/Subpage/NewBeginnings/DPMAPhttps://www.cpms.osd.mil/Subpage/NewBeginnings/DPMAPhttps://www.cpms.osd.mil/Subpage/NewBeginnings/DPMAPhttps://compo.dcpds.cpms.osd.mil/

For more details, check the FHL DHR SharePoint Page

(https://go.usa.gov/xRfAV) or contact the Workforce

Development Program Manager, Allie Vallery at

386-3253 , [email protected]. The Human

Resources Office is located at Bldg 285.


The Fort Hunter Liggett Fellows

Program is part of the Garrison Com-

mand Team’s effort to invest in the

workforce, and is designed to prepare

top-performing junior level employees

to be the managers and executives

required to meet future organizational

needs as well as to provide opportuni-

ties for employees to obtain or en-

hance skills and attributes which will

advance their careers.

Program nominees can be auto-

matically nominated (GS 9-12/NF3-4)

who have an Excellent/Level 1 annual

performance rating, supervisor nomi-

nated or self-nominated.

The year-long program includes

training sessions, site visits/tours,

mentor meetings and shadowing, and

individual and group projects.

The mentor’s role is to provide

their assigned mentee with a broad

The FHL Fellows Program

perspective and knowledge of the

garrison’s vision, mission, goals and

objectives that transcend day-to-day

operations and be able to correlate

how the mentee’s performance and

duties relates to the garrison’s suc-

cess or failure in accomplishing its

mission.

The mentee is expected to have

an Individual Development Plan

(IDP), attend all program activities,

complete individual and group pro-

jects, and actively pursue self-

development opportunities.

The team project is designed to

lead the participants to identify a

problem/challenge facing the installa-

tion that could impede mission goals

and/or strategic positioning. Using

skills learned during their training,

mentees will develop a briefing identi-

fying the issue chosen and recom-

mend a course of action (COA) to rem-

edy the issue. They will be expected to

demonstrate the use of the military

decision making process (MDMP) in

coming to their COA.

This program kicks-off on Sept.

27. Congratulations to the following

participants for their selection to the

program:

Participants/Mentor

Dante Christensen/Ben Quick

Lisa Cipolla/Dave Fullmer

Shylon Green/Jack Frost

Ann King/Lori Fash

Joel Pean/Charlemagne Tertulien

Stephanie Sonnier/Bill Riley

Augusta Vargas/Amy Phillips

Anna Vega/Brian Adkins

https://army.deps.mil/army/cmds/imcom_usag1/fhl/DHR/Workforce Development/Forms/AllItems.aspxhttps://army.deps.mil/army/cmds/imcom_usag1/fhl/DHR/Workforce%20Development/Forms/AllItems.aspxmailto:[email protected]

Oct. 12-15

Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca

MONTEREY

Taste of Carmel

Oct. 5-8 from 6-9pm

Monterey Beach http://www.tasteofcarmel.com/

Butterfly Parade & Bazaar

Oct. 7 Parade at 10:30a from Robert Down School

on Pine Ave up 17th St., and ends back at

school, Pacific Grove

https://www.seemonterey.com/events/

community/butterfly-parade/

Carmel International Film Festival

Oct. 18-22 https://www.seemonterey.com/events/art-

festivals/carmel-art-film/

PASO ROBLES

Pioneer Day

Oct. 14 at 10am

Parade, day-long activities, car

show, and much more. http://pasoroblesdowntown.org/downtown-

calendar/paso-robles-events-pioneer-day-

parade/

Golden Oak Honey Festival

Oct. 28 at 9am-3pm /

Downtown Park http://pasoroblesdowntown.org/downtown-

calendar/paso-robles-event-golden-oak-

festival/

Safe and Fun Halloween

Oct. 31 at 4-7pm / Downtown City Park http://pasoroblesdowntown.org/paso-robles-

events-halloween-downtown/

ATASCADERO

Colony Days Festival & Parade

Oct. 21 at 10am / Downtown Parade starts at Curbaril along El Camino Real

through Traffic Way. Festival at Sunken

Gardens/Tent City 11a-2pm.

http://www.visitatascadero.com/events/

index.php?id=105

For more community events:

http://kingcitychamber.com

http://pasoroblesdowntown.org/

http://www.seemonterey.com/events

www.visitsanluisobispocounty.com/events

http://soulofca.org/events/

FORT HUNTER LIGGETT

Pinnacles Nat’l Park Trip

Oct. 7, departs at Rec Ctr @ 9am

Self Defense Class

Oct. 12 at noon / Sports Ctr

Oktoberfest

Oct. 14 at 4pm / Hacienda

Adult Halloween Party

Oct. 27 at 7pm / Hacienda

Teen Pumpkin Carving Challenge

Oct. 27 at 5pm / Teen Ctr

Trunk or Treat

Oct. 31 at 4:30pm / PX Parking Lot

LOCKWOOD

Community Potluck/Pedro Card Game

Oct. 6 at 6pm

Chili Cook-off & Craft Fair

Oct. 7 at 1-4pm

Community BINGO

Oct. 13

*all at Lockwood Community Ctr

HESPERIA

Oktoberfest/Potluck

Oct. 20 at 7pm

Country Faire

Oct. 29 at 11am-3pm http://hesperiahall.org/calendar.html

KING CITY

FREE ADMISSION

to Pinnacles National Park

Sept. 30, Nov. 11-12 https://www.nps.gov/pinn/index.htm

Goodwill/Community Food Pantry

Donation Drive

Nov. 4-5 at KCHS Broadway Pkg Lot

SALINAS

CA International Airshow

Oct. 1 at Salinas Municipal Airport

Gates open at 8a, Show at 11a http://salinasairshow.com/

Pirelli World Championship

Community events

CA International Airshow 2016, Salinas
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