Command Channel Slides May 14 to 21
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The document contains announcements for various training courses, events, and facility schedules taking place at Camp Zama in May 2012. These include CPR/first aid classes, a babysitter's training course, a summer safety fair, a workshop on applying for federal jobs, and dining facility menus. It also includes information about community mayors, yard of the month nominations, a skeet shooting range, and DBIDS registration dates.
Command Channel Slides May 14 to 21
- 1. Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED Camp Zama Thursday, May 31, 2012 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Pre-Registration is required www.RedCross.org For more information: 046-407-3166 / 263-3166
- 2. Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Camp Zama Saturday, May 19, 2012 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. www.RedCross.org For more information: 046-407-3166 / 263-3166
- 3. Babysitter’s Training NAF Atsugi Saturday, May 19, 2012 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pre-Registration is required www.RedCross.org For more information: 046-407-3166 / DSN 263-3166
- 4. Summer Safety Day and Health Fair All community personnel and their family members are welcome to attend to promote safety and health awareness during the upcoming summer season. Date: May 24, 1 to 3 p.m. Location: Yano Fitness Center, Bldg 205 For more information: DSN: 263-3627 or 263-4372 / 046-407-3627 or 4372
- 5. Transition Services Center Are you currently separating or retiring from the Army and looking to get a Federal job? The Camp Zama Transition Services Center will be having a workshop on how to apply for Federal jobs. Date: Wednesday, June 13 Location: Bldg. 102, Room M109 Time: 9 to 11:30 a.m. To register or for any questions, contact: 263-3940/046-407-3940
- 6. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 14 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55 Tortilla Chicken Soup / Beef Vegetable Soup Beef Fajitas / Chicken Fajitas Baked Chicken / Tacos Spanish Rice / Mashed Potatoes Seasoned Peas and Carrots / Mexican Corn
- 7. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 14 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55 Tortilla Chicken Soup / Beef Vegetable Soup Chili Con Carne Chicken Vega Mashed Potatoes / Steamed Rice Seasoned Cauliflower / Seasoned Squash
- 8. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 15 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55 Minestrone Soup / Corn Chowder Baked Lasagna / Spinach Lasagna Spaghetti Marinara / Chicken Cacciatore Buttered Parsley Potatoes / Steamed Rice Seasoned Mixed California / Peas & Onions Toasted Garlic Bread
- 9. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 15 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55 Minestrone Soup / Corn Chowder Spaghetti Napolitain / BBQ Pork Loin Mashed Potatoes / Steamed Rice Seasoned Spinach Seasoned Corn
- 10. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 16 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55 Chicken Gumbo Soup / Potato Chowder BBQ Chicken / Fried Chicken / Baked Chicken BBQ Pork Spareribs / Southern Fried Catfish Baked Macaroni and Cheese / Glazed Sweet Potatoes Steamed Rice / Black Eyed Peas / Corn Muffin Fried Okra / Okra and Tomato Gumbo / Southern Style Green
- 11. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 16 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55 Chicken Gumbo Soup / Potato Chowder Veal Parmesan / Honey Glazed Cornish Hens Mashed Potatoes / Steamed Rice Seasoned Broccoli Seasoned Succotash
- 12. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 17 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55 Creamy Tomato Soup / Chicken Wild Rice Soup Japanese Ginger Pork / Simmered Corned Beef Buttered Paprika Potatoes / Steamed Rice French Fried Cauliflower Stir Fried Cabbage
- 13. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 17 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55 Creamy Tomato Soup / Chicken Wild Rice Soup Mustard-Dill Fish / Chicken Tetrazzini Steamed Rice / Oven Glo Potatoes Seasoned Green Beans Seasoned Peas & Carrots
- 14. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 18 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55 Cream of Mushroom Soup / US Senate Bean Soup Shrimp Curry / Baked Chicken Spicy Baked Fish Oven Roasted Potatoes / Steamed Rice Seasoned Squash Seasoned Mixed Vegetables
- 15. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 18 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55 Cream of Mushroom Soup / US Senate Bean Soup Glazed Spiral Cut Ham Lumpia / Chicken Adobo Steamed Rice / Mashed Potatoes Seasoned Italian Blend Creamed Spinach
- 16. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 19 Brunch 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5.20 Omelet / Boiled Eggs / Pancakes / Biscuits / Hominy Grits Hashed Brown Potatoes / Creamed Beef / Bacon Clam Chowder / Vegetable Beef Soup Pork Picatta / Meat Loaf Mashed Potatoes / Steamed Rice Seasoned Succotash / Seasoned Broccoli
- 17. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 19 Supper 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. $6.40 Clam Chowder / Vegetable Beef Soup Pineapple Chicken / Beef and Corn Pie Steamed Rice / Oven Brown Potatoes Seasoned Corn / Seasoned Green Beans
- 18. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 20 Brunch 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5.20 Omelet / Boiled Eggs / French Toast / Biscuits/ Hominy Grits Creamed Beef / Bacon / Hashed Brown Potatoes Chicken Noodle Soup / Cream of Mushroom Soup Yankee Pot Roast / Teriyaki Chicken Rice Pilaf / Oven Roasted Potatoes Seasoned Corn / Seasoned Italian Blend
- 19. Camp Zama Dining Facility May 20 Supper 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. $6.40 Chicken Noodle Soup / Cream of Mushroom Soup Japanese Style Fried Chicken w/Sweet and Sour Sauce Salisbury Steak Steamed Rice / Mashed Potatoes Seasoned Carrots Seasoned Mixed California
- 20. Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon Date: Wednesday, May 23 Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Place: Camp Zama Community Club Reservation is required to attend Please call Army Community Service: 263-4357/046-407-4357
- 21. New Operation Hours Housing Management Division has new operation hours effective May 3 as follows: Office closure every Thursday morning from 8 a.m. to noon for training time. For more information: 263-3441/046-407-3441
- 22. Fishing at Yokohama North Dock The Garrison Commander has approved fishing at Yokohama North Dock starting on May 4, for all SOFA-status members and MLCs assigned to U.S. Army Garrison Japan. For more information: 263-3829/046-407-3829
- 23. DBIDS Registration People who are scheduled to register for DBIDS between May 7 and 25 at Sagamihara Housing Area, please go to Camp Zama pass office.
- 24. Community Mayors Sagami Depot: Mayor: Dan Hew Vice Mayor: Frank Bordenave Sagamihara: Mayor: Tanesha M. J. Clark
- 25. Community Mayors Off-Post: Mayor: Monica Battle Vice Mayor: Sue Ellis Camp Zama: Mayor: Darren Wade
- 26. Community Mayors Towers 1050: Mayor: Casey Roberts Vice Mayor: Mark Long Towers 743: Mayor: Alton Daniels Vice Mayor: Gerald Fredendall
- 27. Community Mayors communitymayors@yahoo.com Questions or concerns about your community? E-mail us at:
- 28. Yard of the month Judging takes place between May 21 and 25 for June winners For more information, please contact Housing Office: 263-5952/046-407-5952 Nominate a Yard of the Month by email: communitymayors@yahoo.com
- 29. Zama Sportsmen’s Skeet Range Come and sharpen your shooting ability at Camp Zama’s Sportsmen’s Club skeet range. The range is open for you every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information: 080-3203-4036
- 30. Zama American High School Information Trojan Field at Zama American High School will be closed for field maintenance. Date: May 21 through June 21 For more information: 263-4042/ 046-407-4042
- 31. Sergeant Audie Murphy Club Do you have what it takes to lead from the front? Requirements: Corporal to Sergeant first class in a Leadership Position. Current Army Physical Fitness Test (recommend 250 or above).
- 32. Sergeant Audie Murphy Club Requirements: Meet the Army Height and Weight standards. Current Weapon Qualification (6 months). Recommendation from your Direct Leadership.
- 33. Sergeant Audie Murphy Club For more information 263-5673/046-407-5673 263-5003/046-407-5003
- 34. Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Scarce funding and the reality of shrinking budgets has become a fact of life for USAG-J. The application of LSS will enable us to find the most efficient ways to perform our current processes. It’s basically a tool kit that enables an organization to streamline business practices to make them more efficient and effective.
- 35. Lean Six Sigma (LSS) We need your assistance in helping the Garrison identify and eliminate wasteful practices to become a more efficient and effective Garrison. If you have some ideas for improvements in your area, or for more information, please contact 263-5178/ 046-407-5178
- 36. Advance Fee Increase The CITIBANK ATM/CASH advance fee will increase from 2% to 2.2%. This change is effective on the following dates for the service indicated. U.S. Air Force effective on April 22, 2012, Department of Defense agencies effective on April 23, 2012, U.S. Navy and Marine corps effective on May 6, 2012, U.S. Army effective on May 11, 2012.
- 37. TSA Pre-Check On March 20, 2012 TSA is expanding its Pre-Check program to service members flying out of DCA (Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport), which means members with active CACs will receive expedited security screening.
- 38. UA Pet Safe Program (Civilians Only) United Airlines has changed its flat rate for pets checked as baggage. The new policy requires these pets to travel as cargo. This change could mean paying up to $4,000. AD military was granted an exception through May 31, 2012 For more information: 263-7180/046-407-7180
- 39. Household Good Shipments Made Easy You can schedule a household goods pick up from the privacy of your living room. Visit www.move.mil to gain access to the Defense Personal Property System (DPS) or contact the Area Transportation Office, Personal Property Section at 263-3709/046-407-3709 for more information.
- 40. Household Goods PCS TIPS • Receive PCS orders • Estimate your weight • Plan pickup dates with flexibility • Schedule pickups early • Change dates as a last resort • Dispose of unnecessary items • Know your shipping entitlements
- 41. Camp Zama Tax Center Service Dates: Jan 25 – June 15 Office Hours: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Including Training Holidays & Sergeant’s Time Training For more information: 263-4698/ 046-407-4698
- 42. Postal Service Information The U.S. Postal Service will increase postal rates by 2.1% for most of their mail services starting January, 2012. For more information: 263-5101/046-407-5101
- 43. Road Closure A portion of 1st Avenue near the Camp Zama gas station will be closed for the below date: March 2012 to October 2013 This will require drivers wanting to go north or south past this portion of the road to take a detour. A number of detour signs will be in place at different locations to properly direct drivers. For more information: 263-4907/046-407-4640
- 44. Army Civilian Record Brief The CRB is a one-page report of your critical human resources data. It contains information retrieved from the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System, which is the authoritative source of HR data for DoD civilian employees, and from other sources you may update yourself via online self-service applications.
- 45. Army Civilian Record Brief To learn more about the Civilian Record Brief, please check out the IMCOM YouTube Videos at: http://46q.us/crb
- 46. Veterans Benefits Separating or retiring within the next 12-24 months?
- 47. Veterans Benefits Don’t miss out on the benefits you’re entitled to! The Department of Veterans Affairs Overseas Military Services Coordinator visits Camp Zama monthly to provide veteran benefits information to active duty/retired soldiers and their family members as well as other veterans and surviving spouses.
- 48. Veterans Benefits The VA Representative provides a detailed briefing on benefits and is also available for individual appointments. For an appointment or further information, please contact the Transition Services Center at 263-5076/3513/3940
- 49. TRICARE Update 1. MetLife - New TRICARE Dental Program carrier Effective May 1, MetLife will begin providing dental coverage to more than 2 million family members of uniformed service active duty personnel, members of the Selected Reserve and Individual Ready Reserve, their eligible family members, and survivors.
- 50. TRICARE Update 2. MetLife Electronic Funds Transfer Notice to Beneficiaries. TRICARE Dental Program enrollments will be automatically transferred when MetLife takes over the TDP contract in May 2012. EFTs previously used for monthly payments won't automatically transfer. .
- 51. TRICARE Update Around March 21, TRICARE Dental Program enrollees will receive a letter from MetLife explaining this, along with instructions on how to transfer their EFT and credit card for direct payments.
- 52. TRICARE Update TDP enrollees can contact the following MetLife after March 21 at: 1-855-MET-TDP1 (1-855-638-8371) (CONUS) 1-855-MET-TDP2 (1-855-683-8372) (OCONUS)
- 53. USA MEDDAC-Japan Hours of Operation 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except Thursday and weekends) 1 to 4:30 p.m. (Thursday) In accordance with USARJ Cir 600-3 2.c.(3) the clinic is closed on USARJ training holidays.
- 54. USA MEDDAC-Japan Our nurse consult telephone line remains available at all times at: 263-4127/046-407-4127 If anyone has a medical emergency on Camp Zama, please call 911/ 046-407-2911
- 55. USA MEDDAC-Japan For an emergency off of Camp Zama, please call 119 and say "Kyukyu" to initiate medical emergency services. To book an appointment, visit www.tricareonline.com anytime, or call 263-4175/ 046-407-4175 during duty hours.
- 56. Are You Ready to Quit Tobacco? We are here to help! Call 263-2004/5050 or 046-407-2004/5050 to make an appointment. Sponsored by: Community Health Promotion Council, (CHPC), MEDDAC-J
- 57. What is Defense Biometric identification System? DBIDS is a DoD-owned and operated system developed by Defense Manpower Data Center as a force protection program to manage personnel, property and installation access at DoD installations.
- 58. What is Defense Biometric identification System? DBIDS is a networked database system designed to easily verify access authorization of personnel entering military bases by using barcode and fingerprint biometric identification.
- 59. DBIDS Registration Camp Zama May 21 to June 1 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force June 4 to July 31 Contractors
- 60. DBIDS Registration Camp Zama May 14 to June 1 (except weekends and holidays), the Vehicle Registration Office will be opened for registration and for those organizations that have not registered (DoDDS, AAFES, DeCA, ACS, DCAT,-Asia, DOD FELT, VFW, PAC, CYS, S&S/ZAMA, Yokohama North Dock, and all other activities). We will also register any personnel who missed their scheduled registration time.
- 61. DBIDS Registration To expedite the registration process, all MLCs must go online and complete an AJ Form 47 (Request for Installation Pass) and bring it with them during the registration process.
- 62. DBIDS Registration Camp Zama Security Guard 100% enforcement of DBIDS registration will begin on Aug. 1 (all personnel not registered will be directed to the vehicle office or pass office to register in DBIDS). All personnel not registered will not be allowed to register any guest.
- 63. DBIDS Registration Sagamihara Housing Area Soldiers, DoD civilians and family members (including MLCs) who reside/work on Sagamihara Housing Area can register for DBIDS on the following dates and times: Date: March 6 to June 30, Monday to Friday Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- 64. DBIDS Registration To expedite the registration process, all MLCs must go online and complete an AJ Form 47 (Request for Installation Pass) and bring it with them during the registration process.
- 65. DBIDS Registration Sagamihara Housing Area Security Guard 100% enforcement of DBIDS registration will begin on Aug. 1 (all personnel not registered will be directed to the vehicle office or pass office to register in DBIDS). All personnel not registered will not be allowed to register any guest.
- 66. DBIDS Registration Sagami General Depot To expedite the registration process, all MLCs must go online and complete an AJ Form 47 (Request for Installation Pass) and bring it with them during the registration process.
- 67. DBIDS Registration Sagami General Depot May 14 to 31 (except weekends and holidays) The vehicle registration office will be opened for registration and for those organizations that have not registered and personnel who missed their scheduled registration time can also register.
- 68. DBIDS Registration Sagami General Depot Security Guard 100% enforcement of DBIDS registration will begin on Aug. 1 (all personnel not registered will be directed to the vehicle office or pass office to register in DBIDS). All personnel not registered will not be allowed to register any guest.
- 69. REGISTRATION AND BALLOT REQUEST Effective March 2012, “Driving in Japan” training will be combined with the Newcomers’ Orientation. For more information: DSN:263-4372 or 263-3389/ 046-407-4372 or 3389
- 70. WORDS TO LIVE BY Do what is right … legally, ethically, and morally
- 71. WORDS TO LIVE BY Practice the “Golden Rule”
- 72. WORDS TO LIVE BY Spiritual, physical, and mental fitness is a must
- 73. WORDS TO LIVE BY Train your replacement; develop tomorrow’s leaders
- 74. WORDS TO LIVE BY Ensure your family is Army strong
- 75. EXCHANGE INFORMATION If you are shopping at Yokota Exchange and find something you want and worried about getting it back to Camp Zama. Not to worry! Visit your Zama Customer Service Team. They will do a store to store delivery for that item you’re interested in.
- 76. EXCHANGE INFORMATION Camp Zama Express (Shoppette) will be opened until midnight on Friday and Saturday, effective Jan. 6, 2012 — New Hours — Sunday – Thursday 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday – Saturday 7 a.m. – Midnight
- 77. EXCHANGE INFORMATION Military Clothing Sales will be opened on Sunday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., effective Jan. 8, 2012 — New Hours — Tuesday – Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- 78. EXCHANGE INFORMATION Military Clothing Sales will be opened on Sunday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., effective Jan. 8, 2012 — New Hours — Tuesday – Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- 79. Power outage at Zama Gas Station/ Car Care Center (Bldg. 381) Date: Feb. 13, 14 and 17 Store will be closed at 5 p.m. Allgaspumpswillbedownfrom5to 9 p.m. EXCHANGE INFORMATION
- 80. Find us on Facebook The Garrison Public Affairs Office is working to make Facebook THE place to go for community information. We need your help! Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/USAGJ
- 81. Rising Sun on Vimeo Did you know that your friends & family back in the States can see what life is like in Japan? Tell them to check out Monthly Rising Sun show on the HD video sharing site Vimeo: vimeo.com/usagj
- 82. New Channel 13 Slide Format We’re trying to improve the Command Channel by making the slides easier to read. Please, let us know how we’re doing: Phone: 046-407-4640 / DSN: 263-4640 Email: usag.japan@gmail.com
- 83. New Channel 13 Slide Format If you or your organization would like to post slides to the Command Channel contact the garrison Public Affairs Office for our new slide template Phone: 046-407-4640 / DSN: 263-4640 Email: usag.japan@gmail.com
- 84. Follow us on Twitter Are you on Twitter? So are we! Follow us: twitter.com/USAGJapan
- 85. Photos on Flickr Visit the garrison photo archive on the popular photo sharing site flickr: flickr.com/usagj