Command channel slides week between dec. 12 to 18

Opening
The Army Wellness Center will host
their grand opening ribbon cutting
Dec. 19 at 10:30 a.m. in front of bldg. 680.
The reception will be held inside.

Opening
This ceremony is to commemorate the opening
of the 23rd Army Wellness Center here
at Camp Zama, which is also the first in PACOM.
For more information call 263-3391.

BG Sams Army Health Clinic
Closure Announcement for Holiday Period
Please be aware of reduced staffing
in the Health Clinic due to Holiday Schedule.
During the period Dec. 15 to 19
the Physical Exams and Immunizations clinic
will operate from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.

BG Sams Army Health Clinic
Closure Announcement for Holiday Period
During the period Dec. 22-31
the Physical Exams and Immunizations Clinic
will operate from 1 – 3:45 p.m.
All other services will be available
at normal business hours.
Thank you.
Season's Greetings and Happy Holidays!

Central Issue Facility
Holiday Closure Notice
The CIF will be closed
from Dec. 25 to Jan. 4
for the holiday season and
will resume normal hours of operation
on Jan. 5, 2015.

Central Issue Facility
In Case of Emergency, please call:
268-4790, 263-5530, 263-5880

LRC- HONSHU Army Supply Center
The ASC store will be closed
from Dec. 25 to Jan. 4
for the holiday season and
will resume normal hours of operation
on Jan. 5, 2015.

LRC- HONSHU Army Supply Center
In Case of Emergency, please call:
268-4790, 263-5530, 263-5880

Self-Help Store Holiday Closures
The Self-Help Stores
will be closed
on Dec. 25 (Christmas) and
from Dec. 29 through Jan. 3
(Host-Nation Employee Year-End Holiday Period).

Self-Help Store Holiday Closures
The standard operating hours are
from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Camp Zama Store: Wed. to Sun. (Closed: Mon. & Tues.)
SFHA Store : Thurs. to Mon. (Closed: Tues. & Wed.)
Call 267-6080 or 263-4754 for more information.

DPW Closures
The following Directorate of Public Works
(Customer Service Centers)
will be closed
for annual holiday celebrations.

DPW Closures
The Yokohama North Dock's customer service
will be closed
on Dec. 12
from 12 to 4:45 p.m.
In case for an emergency, please call 080-9026-6688.

DPW Closures
The Camp Zama/SFHA's customer service
for maintenance
will be closed
on Dec. 19 from 12 to 4:45 p.m.

DPW Closures
The Camp Zama/SFHA's Housing Offices
& Self-Help Stores
will be closed
Dec. 19 from 12 to 5 p.m.

DPW Closures
The Sagami General Depot's customer service
will be closed
Dec. 19
from 12 to 4:45 p.m.

DHR Office Closures
The following U.S. Army Garrison Japan
Directorate of Human Resources (DHR) offices
will be closed
from 11:30 p.m. to close of businesses Dec. 19
for their annual holiday celebrations.
Normal operations will resume on Dec. 22.

DHR Office Closures
DHR Front Office
Army Education Center
Administrative Services Division (ASD)
Post Office/ Mail Room
Military Personnel Division (MPD)
Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)
Army Career and Alumni Program (ACAP)
Workforce Development

CMRS Holiday Extended Hours
The Camp Zama Consolidated Mail Room
will be OPEN
on Saturdays in December
Happy Holidays from your DHR Postal Team!!

Central Texas College is looking for
an Academic Program Manager.
This position is responsible for the coordination
of academic programs including but not limited
to Vocational-Technical, Distance Learning,
College Non-Credit, American Preparatory Institute,
and Academic Skills.

Position requires proficiency
in basic computer applications
(word processing and spreadsheet software)
and electronic communications;
the ability to communicate effectively orally and
in writing with the military community, faculty, staff
and representatives of outside organizations.

For application visit:
http://www.ctcd.edu/locations/pacific-far-east/
pfec-employment-opportunities/
Send application packets to
jobvacancy@pfec.ctcd.edu

Command channel slides week between dec. 12 to 18

Social Networks - Do’s and Don’ts
Only establish and maintain connections
1
with people you know and trust.
Review your connections often.

Assume that ANYONE can see any information
2
about your activities, personal life,
or professional life that you post and share.

Ensure that your family takes similar precautions
3
with their accounts; their privacy and
sharing settings can expose your personal data.

Avoid posting or tagging images of you
or your family that clearly show your face.
4

Select pictures taken at a distance, at an angle,
4
or otherwise concealed.

Never post Smartphone photos and
4
don’t use your face as a profile photo, instead,
use cartoons or avatars.

Use secure browser settings when possible
and monitor your browsing history to ensure
5
that you recognize all access points.

Japan-Wide: No off-installation public
consumption of alcohol
(12 p.m.-5 a.m.)

(10 p.m.-5 a.m.) for E5-Below who are
in a TDY/TAD, leave, or pass status in Japan,
(except those deployed on orders to Japan
for 150 days or more as part of a unit deployment)

it is not applicable to military personnel
permanently assigned
on Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders
in Japan

O-4 & above Commanders have authority to grant
event-by-event exceptions to curfew
& liberty buddy requirements & may both implement
& rescind unit denial of liberty; must report
unit denial of liberty actions to first O-6 in chain.

Depot 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Zama 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
SHA 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Due to US/Japanese holidays,
we will be unable to provide 3 day special service
from Dec. 20, 2014 to Jan. 5, 2015.
Please plan accordingly.

Day Date Depot Zama SHA
Wed Dec. 24 Open Open Open
Thurs Dec. 25 Closed Closed Closed
Fri Dec. 26 Closed Open Closed
Sat Dec. 27 Closed Open Open
Sun Dec. 28 Closed Closed Closed

Mon Dec. 29 Open Closed Closed
Tues Dec. 30 Open Open Open
Wed Dec. 31 Closed Closed Closed
Thurs Jan. 1 Closed Closed Closed
Fri Jan. 2 Open Closed Closed

Sat Jan. 3 Closed Open Open
Sun Jan. 4 Closed Closed Closed
Mon Jan. 5 Open Open Closed

Office Closure Notice
LRC Honshu, Maintenance Division
will be closed for Christmas Celebration
Dec. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

AS PEOPLE – AS
IT IS ALWAYS
ABOUT
Mr. Freddie L. Giddens
Deputy to the Garrison Commander
GS-0340-15

1 December 2014
The continued success of our Army and
our Nation must be achieved through Individual
Growth, Compassion, Dignity, Dedication and
Respect for Others, with a Sincere Balance
of Prosperity and Opportunities for growth
within the Army Team.
Source: Freddie L. Giddens, DGC, USAG JAPAN

1 December 2014
What a Leader says will not define their character
or success; however, their actions,
what they do, and how they do it will definitely
define their lifelong legacy.

1 December 2014
Approachability: An effective Leader must be
approachable, and demonstrate a sincere
sense of “Welcome”.
When a Leader fails to display an approachable
attitude and demeanor,
they will miss the opportunity to Lead.

1 December 2014
Competency: An effective Leader must be
competent, and demonstrate confidence
and passion, not just in doing their job,
but in dealing with People.

1 December 2014
Communication: An effective Leader must also
be an effective communicator, from an active
listener’s perspective.
When a Leader fails to demonstrate positive
communication skills, they will miss the
opportunity to engage the workforce and Lead.

1 December 2014
Character: An effective Leader must have
values and sound character, and demonstrate
unquestionable Ethics,
with zero tolerance for compromise.

1 December 2014
TRUST - TEAMWORK - TRUST
ACCOUNTABILITY
ATTENTION TO DETAILS
CONFLICT RESOLUTION
COMMITMENT
TRUST
CUSTOMER
SERVICE
LEADERS
QUALITY
SERVICE
WORKFORCE

1 December 2014
Trust is the core ingredient for effective
teamwork, leadership and cooperation,
and will promote
creativity from all team members.

1 December 2014
Effective and positive work environments
are built on “Trust, Respect, Commitment,
Accountability and Professionalism”.

1 December 2014
Commitment can be gained by providing positive
reinforcement to each member of the team,
because commitment must be an individual
commitment before it can become
a team commitment.

1 December 2014
Commitment and Teamwork must be
synchronized to the point that each team member
feels that all team members will complete their
part of the process and are actively engage
in the success of the mission.

1 December 2014
Accountability is a decisive factor to be
an effective leader.
Leadership and leaders are measured by
accountability and accountability is a condition
for getting the job done.

1 December 2014
Without Accountability, leaders will not have
the trust or the respect of the workforce
or senior leaders.
Accountability varies at different levels.
But the consequences of accountability are
constant and emphasize commitment and trust.

1 December 2014
Team Success is measured by individual
accountability, and when one of
the team members failed to be accountable
the success of the mission will be compromised.
Lack of Commitment and Lack of Trust are
key factors in the lack of accountability.

1 December 2014
“Conflict” can be both positive and negative,
but healthy conflict is part of the normal team’s
composition and is needed to help motivate
the team to accomplish the mission.

1 December 2014
Positive Conflict helps creates the harmony
for exchanging ideals and can be beneficial
with establishing the processes to achieve
the projected results.

1 December 2014
Conflict should not be avoided, it should be
embraced and processed.
In most cases, conflict is a natural process of
developing a cohesive team.

1 December 2014
“Inattention to Results” is the adverse affects
from the lack of commitment, accountability
and trust.
Processes must be monitored regularly, and
timely decisions must be made to
correct deficiencies.

1 December 2014
In most cases, overall mission failure is
the results of lack of planning and
the lack of attention to details.
Each mission is based on various processes
and phases.

1 December 2014
Each process is based on a particular outcome,
and each measurement must be
monitored and adjusted for success.

1 December 2014
Effective “Teamwork” will always surpass
the power of an “Individual”.

1 December 2014
THE LEADER……
TRUST AND CONFIDENCE……
THE EMPLOYEE……
CONFIDENCE AND MOTIVATION
DECISION MAKING
IMPACT………..THE RESULTS

1 December 2014
CUSTOMER ORIENTED
QUALITY SERVICE – “SET THE STANDARD”
ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE
PRODUCTIVITY AND OUTPUT

1 December 2014
TO BEAT 80% OF YOUR COMPETITION,
SIMPLY SHOW UP.
SHOW UP ON TIME.

1 December 2014
TO BEAT 90% OF YOUR COMPETITON,
SHOW UP ON TIME WITH A PLAN.
SHOW UP ON TIME WITH A PLAN COMMITTED
TO EXCELLENCE.

1 December 2014
SHOW UP ON TIME WITH A PLAN COMMITTED
TO EXCELLENCE AND EXECUTE.

1 December 2014
The shortcuts you take today, will be challenges
for you or someone else tomorrow.
Know what motivates your team members
and support their decisions.

1 December 2014
Instill teamwork and ownership through
a common purpose.
Share your “Vision and Goals” with your team
members and encourage feedback.

1 December 2014
Training at all levels must be one of your top
priorities.

1 December 2014
Focus on the needs of your employees and/or
team members, because if you do, they will
eventually rise to the top and increase the level
of efficiency and effectiveness of the team.

1 December 2014
QUALITY IS NEVER AN ACCIDENT.
IT IS ALWAYS THE RESULT OF HIGH INTENTION,
SINCERE EFFORT, INTELLIGENT DIRECTION
AND SKILLFUL EXECUTION; IT REPRESENTS
THE WISE CHOICE OF MANY ALTERNATIVES.
Source: Willa A. Foster

1 December 2014
VISION REACHES BEYOND THE THING THAT IS,
INTO THE CONCEPTION OF WHAT CAN BE.
IMAGINATION GIVES YOU THE PICTURE.
VISION GIVES YOU THE IMPULSE TO MAKE
THE PICTURE YOUR OWN.
Source: Robert Collier

Deputy To The Garrison Commander’s Corner
MONTH OF January 2015

The Treasure Trove Thrift Store
is sending Christmas "Wish List" letters
to Santa at the North Pole
for all kids
on Zama, SHA or Atsugi base.

Please drop off your child's letter
by Dec. 19
at our Santa mailbox in the store,
located in Bldg 998
at the Zama High School,
right across from the tennis courts

Santa is making a surprise visit
to The Treasure Trove
Dec. 20 from 11a.m. to 1 p.m.
before whisking away to the North Pole
for his toy deliveries on Christmas Eve.

It's rumored he's bringing Mrs. Claus
and his special Head Elf
who will have
Christmas cookies for customers!
Please bring your children to visit with Santa,
and be sure to have your cameras ready!

Also starting Dec. 1 through Dec. 19,
customers can enter their children into
the special drawing Santa will be conducting
while he's visiting the Treasure Trove
for the toys he will bring with him.
(One entry-per-child-per-visit)

Thank you for supporting
the Treasure Trove,
sale proceeds support
our ZAHS and their programs.

Normal business hours:
Monday-Wednesday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Holiday hours:
Store will be closed Dec. 24, 26, 31 and Jan. 2
HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the Treasure Trove!

Inside or outside, use only lights that
have been tested for safety.
Identify these by the label from an
independent testing laboratory.

Check each set of lights, new or old,
for broken or cracked sockets,
frayed or bare wires, or loose connections.
Discard damaged sets or repair them
before using.

Fasten outdoor lights securely to trees,
house walls, or other firm supports to
protect them from wind damage.
Use no more than three standard-size sets
of lights per single extension cord.

Never use electric lights on a metallic tree.
The tree can become charged with electricity
from faulty lights, and any person touching
a branch could be electrocuted!
To avoid this danger, use colored spotlights
above or beside a metallic tree, never fastened
onto it!

Many artificial trees are fire resistant.
If you buy one, look for a statement
specifying this protection.
A fresh tree will stay green longer
and be less of a fire hazard than
a dry tree.

Never leave the kitchen unattended when
something is cooking on the stove.
Always turn pot handles inward to prevent
small children from reaching a hot pan.

Don't store items on the stove top –
they could catch fire.
Keep kitchen appliances clean and in good
condition. Turn off appliances after use.

Don't overload electrical outlets.
Check appliances for frayed or cracked wires.
Do not use electrical appliances in or near
water.

BRACEXCHANGE
White Elephant Christmas Exchange Dinner
FRIDAY, Dec. 19
6:15 p.m. – meet in lower parking lot of
Golf Club Carpool and caravan
to Saint Marc Restaurant
(located 15-20 minutes
from Camp Zama Gate 7)

BRACEXCHANGE
Live piano player starts at 7:30 p.m.
Dinner entrees range from 900 yen to 2,200 yen
Wine and bread are specialties
at this great restaurant!

BRACEXCHANGE
To participate in the gift exchange,
please bring an unmarked, wrapped gift
worth $10 or less
ALL LADIES WELCOME!

BRACEXCHANGE
“Like” us at
www.Facebook.com/ZamaPWOC
“May God grant you the desires of your heart
and make all your plans succeed.”
- Psalm 20:4

A newly opened convenience store,
named “Poplar”,
located in the JGSDF General Service Unit building
across a street from the Camp Zama
Arts and Crafts Center.

Poplar is located on the first floor,
next to the Historical Exhibition Room.
They are available to all personnel,
including U.S. Army Soldiers, DA Civilians,
Family members and local national employees.

The hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
No parking is allowed by the JGSDF building.

Payments forms accepted are:
Japanese Yen
Credit Cards
PASMO/SUICA train cards

The Camp Zama Exchange Subway
will open earlier starting Dec. 1 to serve breakfast.
This early opening will only be
for a 90 day- trial period until Feb. 27.

The Store Hours will be as follows:
Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Camp Zama Golf Course
Runners are permitted to run the course
Monday thru Friday only, from the hours of
5:30 - 7:30 a.m.
Runners are required to run on cart paths
only, following the designated run route
one way only.

Runners are not permitted to have any
drinks or food of any kind on the course.
Runners are allowed to run only the back
nine holes, from the 10th to the 18th.

Soldiers will not run in a group on the
golf course larger than a squad size element.
The use of headphones are not allowed
on the course.

Runners are not permitted to conduct
any physical fitness exercise on the course
or be on the greens and or fairways
for any reason, at any time.
The distance from 10 tee to 18 green is
2.356 miles or 3.791 KM.

DoD civilian employees now have a new,
interactive online destination for
their Human Resource-related information
which started Nov. 16
at My Biz+: https://compo.dcpds.cpms.osd.mil/

The website is based on the principle of simplicity:
easy to access, easy to navigate,
easy to understand,
and more intuitive and interactive.

Two new key products introduced in this release
are the Civilian Career Report
and the ability to retrieve data
about past employment
in other DoD components.

Check out additional information posted at the
http://cpol.army.mil/

The strength of the nation is built on the readiness
and resilience of every member of the premier
all-volunteer Total Army
-every Soldier, civilian and Family member.

We will uphold the Army's responsibility
to provide benefits and high-quality services
that are components of a professional force
decided to the Army for the long term.

The Army remains steadfast in its commitment to:
Maintain the trust between Leaders and
their Soldiers, Families and civilians

Foster an environment that promotes
adaptability
and self reliance

Promote physical, emotional, social, Family
and
spiritual strengths

Honor the services and sacrifices of those
who serve our Nation

Pass and Vehicle Registration Offices
Closures
The Camp Zama, SFHA and YND Pass Offices
and Vehicle Registration Offices
will be closed
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday start on Jan. 15
for training.

Pass and Vehicle Registration Offices
Closures
The Tokyo Pass Office will close only
on the last Thursday of the month.

The Camp Zama Education Center
is looking for an Instructor/Facilitator
to conduct
the Online Academic Skills Course (OASC),
formally Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST).

Sessions are held 4 times a year,
60 hours per session.
For more information, call at 263-5173.

Here are your last days to ship SAM parcels,
PAL Parcels, First Class Letters, Priority
Mail,
and Express Mail:

U.S.-to-U.S. Shipments 11/26 12/3 12/10 12/17
Wed. Wed. Wed. Wed.
SAM PARCELS
PAL PARCELS
FIRST CLASS LTRS
PRIORITY
EXPRESS

Key Dates in November 2014
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
24 25 26 27 28 29
CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED

Key Dates in November 2014
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
24 25 26 27 28 29
Mon-Wed, Fri : CMR Parcel Pick-up
Window Hours 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wed : Deadline for SAM PARCELS

Do you have 5 or more parcels to mail?
Call 263-8593 to make a mailing appointment.

Write sender’s address in upper left hand corner
of package, addressee’s address in the center.
Fill out a Customs Declaration form for all
parcels.

Priority Mail - Delivered In: 7 – 10 Days
Max Weight: 70 Lbs Max Size: 108 In.
First Class Mail - Delivered In: 7 – 10 Day
Letters : 1 Ounce - $.49 Postcards - $.34

Space Available Mail
Delivered In: 4 – 6 Weeks
Maximum Weight: 70 Lbs
Maximum Size: 130 In.

Please Tell Us What you think about our service!
We strive to provide our community
with the best postal service possible.

For immediate questions or concerns
please contact the Postal Manager,
or complete an Interactive Customer
Evaluation (ICE) comment

Everyone in the Camp Zama community
is invited to visit
the BG Crawford F. Sams Health Clinic
to receive the Flu (Influenza) vaccine.

The clinic immunization hours are:
Mon-Weds, & Fri
from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3:45 p.m.
Thurs from 1 to 2:45 p.m.
For further information please call 263-4028.

For additional updates regarding
the BG Crawford F. Sams Health Clinic,
please like our Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/MEDDACJ

Ebola Virus Disease
What You Need to Know
Risk of Infection
ƒƒ
Practicing standard infection control precautions,
including hand washing and wearing appropriate
personal protective equipment (PPE)
prevents exposure.

Ebola Virus Disease
Risk of Infection
ƒƒ
Just being in a country where people are ill
with Ebola is not dangerous.
Contact with healthy individuals
and most everyday activities do not increase
a person’s risk of becoming infected.

Ebola Virus Disease
Risk of Infection
ƒƒ
Although people can be infected with Ebola virus
and not yet feel sick, they are not contagious
until they have symptoms.

Ebola Virus Disease
Risk of Infection
ƒƒ
By the time a person is very infectious to others,
they are typically very ill and not walking around
or doing normal activities.

Ebola Virus Disease
Vaccines
ƒƒ
No FDA-approved vaccine is currently available
to protect against Ebola virus infection.
The experimental Ebola virus vaccines are so early
in development that safety testing has just started.

Ebola Virus Disease
Vaccines
ƒƒ
The Department of Defense is closely monitoring
the testing of new Ebola virus vaccines
and treatments.

Ebola Virus Disease
Treatment
ƒƒ
Standard treatment for Ebola is supportive care
which is balancing the patient’s fluids
and electrolytes, maintaining their oxygen status
and blood pressure,
and treating them for any complicating infections.

Ebola Virus Disease
Treatment
ƒƒ
Successful recovery from an Ebola virus infection
likely depends more on early recognition
and treatment with supportive care
at a state-of-the-art hospital
than on the experimental treatment now available.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
Flu (influenza)
The flu is a common contagious
respiratory illness caused by flu
viruses. The flu is different from
a cold.
Flu can cause mild to severe illness,
and complications can lead to death.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
How Flu Germs Are Spread
The flu is spread mainly by droplets
made when people who have the flu
cough, sneeze, or talk. Viruses can
also spread on surfaces, but this is
less common.
People with the flu can spread the virus
before, during, and after they are sick.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
Who Gets The Flu?
Anyone can get the flu.
Some people - like very young children,
older adults, and people with
some health conditions - are at high
risk of serious complications.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
Signs and Symptoms of Flu
The signs and symptoms of flu usually
develop within 2 days after exposure.
Symptoms come on quickly and all
at once.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
Ebola
Ebola is a rare and deadly disease
caused by infection with an
Ebola virus.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
How Ebola Germs are Spread
Ebola can only be spread by direct
contact with blood or body fluids from
a person who is sick or who has died
of Ebola.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
How Ebola Germs are Spread
Ebola can only be spread by direct
contact with blood or body fluids from
objects like needles that have been
in contact with the blood or body
fluids of a person sick with Ebola.
Ebola cannot spread in the air or by
water or food.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
Who Gets Ebola?
People most at risk of getting Ebola are
healthcare providers taking care of
Ebola patients.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
Who Gets Ebola?
People most at risk of getting Ebola are
• friends and family who have had
unprotected direct contact with
blood or body fluids of a person sick
with Ebola.

Is it Flu or Ebola?
Signs and Symptoms of Ebola
The signs and symptoms of Ebola can
appear 2 to 21 days after exposure.
The average time is 8 to 10 days.
Symptoms of Ebola develop over
several days and become progressively
more severe.
•• People with Ebola cannot spread
the virus until symptoms appear.

Flu
Fever or feeling feverish
Headache
Muscle or body aches
Feeling very tired (fatigue)
Cough
Sore throat
• Runny or stuffy nose

Ebola
Fever
Severe headache
Muscle pain
Feeling very tired (fatigue)
Vomiting and diarrhea develop
after 3–6 days
Weakness (can be severe)
Stomach pain
Unexplained bleeding or bruising

For more information about the flue and Ebola,
visit
www.cdc.gov/flu and www.cdc.cov/ebola

Camp Zama Girl Scouts
Job Opportunity
USA Girl Scouts Overseas-West Pacific
is seeking
a part-time (25hrs/wk) store manager
for the Camp Zama Girl Scout Store.

Job Opportunity
Applicant must demonstrate
excellent customer service
and be flexible and adept at multitasking.
This position requires extensive knowledge
with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Job Opportunity
The Camp Zama Girl Scouts
are looking for a team player
who is very organized and
pays close attention to details.

Job Opportunity
Retail experience is a plus.
Send cover letter and resume to
admin@usagso-wp.org
No phone calls or walk-ins please.

Show of Strength
Each November,
the military Services commemorate
our sacred obligation and enduring commitment to
wounded, ill and injured Service members
and their Families and caregivers.

Show of Strength
These men and women
have personally contributed to the strength
of the force and the strength of our Nation.
Their determination and resilience
in recovery inspires us all.

Dec. 6, 2014 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Omelet / Boiled Egg / Pancakes / Bacon
Hominy Grits / Creamed Beef / Biscuits
Hashed Browned Potatoes
Old Fashioned Bean Soup / Cream of Potato Soup
Fried Chicken / Ginger Pot Roast
Spicy Baked Fish
Scalloped Potatoes / Steamed Rice
Seasoned Wax Beans
Asparagus with Lemon & Dill
Price : $5.35
~Menu~

Dec. 6, 2014 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
~Menu~
Old Fashioned Bean Soup / Cream of Potato Soup
Cajun Meat Loaf
Creamy Pasta with Spinach & Shrimp
Mashed Potatoes / Steamed Brown Rice
Seasoned Edamame
Beets in an Orange-Lemon Sauce
Price : $6.55

Dec. 7, 2014 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Omelet / Boiled Egg / French Toast / Bacon
Biscuits / Hominy Grits / Creamed Beef
French Onion Soup / New England Fish Chowder
New England Boiled Dinner / Teriyaki Pork
Salmon with Tomato & Basil
Mashed Potatoes / Steamed Rice
Glazed Carrots / Seasoned Monaco Blend
Price : $5.35
~Menu~

Dec. 7, 2014 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
French Onion Soup / New England Fish Chowder
Shrimp Scampi / Prime Rib with Demi Glace
French Style Green Beans
Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage
Price : $6.55
~Menu~

Dec. 15, 2014 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
~Menu~
Tortilla Chicken Soup / Cream of Potato Soup
Chicken Fajitas / Beef Fajitas / Tacos
Mexican Pork Chops
Refried Beans / Mashed Potatoes / Spanish Rice
Mexican Mixed Vegetables / Peas & Onions
Price : $4.65

Dec. 15, 2014 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
~Menu~
Tortilla Chicken Soup / Cream of Potato Soup
Veal Steak with Mushroom Gravy
Penne Pasta Turkey Tomato Alfredo
Oven Glo Potatoes / Orange Rice
Creole Summer Squash
Seasoned Wax Beans
Price : $4.65

Dec. 16, 2014 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
~Menu~
Cream of Broccoli Soup / Navy Bean Soup
Lasagna / Spinach Lasagna
Herbed Baked Chicken
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce / Marinara
Garlic Roasted Potatoes / Steamed Brown Rice
Seasoned Italian Blend / Seasoned Brussels Sprouts
Toasted Garlic Bread
Price : $4.65

Dec. 16, 2014 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
~Menu~
Cream of Broccoli Soup / Navy Bean Soup
Maple Glazed Salmon
Sweet Fire Chicken
Steamed Rice / Rissole Potatoes
Pasta with Olive Oil & Herbs
Herbed Broccoli / Ratatouille
Price : $4.65

Dec. 17, 2014 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
~Menu~
Chicken Gumbo Soup / New England Clam Chowder
BBQ Chicken / Fried Chicken / Baked Chicken
BBQ Pork Spareribs / Southern Fried Catfish
Baked Macaroni & Cheese / Corn Muffin
Black Eyed Peas / Glazed Sweet Potatoes
Okra & Tomato Gumbo / Steamed Rice
Southern Style Greens / Fried Okra
Price : $4.65

Dec. 17, 2014 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
~Menu~
Tortilla Chicken Soup
New England Clam Chowder
Beef Bulgogi / Pork Adobo
Franconia Potatoes / Steamed Rice
Seasoned Scandinavian / Sautéed Cabbage
Price : $4.65

Dec. 18, 2014 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
~Menu~
Miso Soup / Shrimp Gumbo Soup
Sukiyaki / Baked Stuffed Pollock
Chicken Cordon Blue
Oven Browned Potatoes / Steamed Rice
Seasoned Mixed Oriental
Seasoned Succotash
Price : $4.65

Dec. 18, 2014 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Miso Soup / Shrimp Gumbo Soup
Toscan Porketta with Garlic Tomato Sauce
Beef & Broccoli
Italian Roasted Potatoes
Steamed Rice
Seasoned California Blend Vegetables
Creamed Spinach
Price : $4.65
~Menu~

Dec. 19, 2014 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
~Menu~
Chicken Wild Rice Soup / Mulligatawny Soup
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Roast Turkey / Pork Curry
Savory Bread Dressing
Cauliflower Au Gratin / Vegetable Stir Fry
Price : $4.65

Dec. 19, 2014 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Chicken Wild Rice Soup / Mulligatawny Soup
Beef Sirloin Pepper Corn Sauce
Szechwan Chicken
Parsley Buttered Potatoes
Steamed Rice
Seasoned Mixed Vegetables
Seasoned Mustard Greens
Price : $4.65
~Menu~

Dec. 20, 2014 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Omelet / Boiled Egg / Pancakes / Bacon
Hominy Grits / Creamed Beef / Biscuits
New England Fish Chowder / Tomato Vegetable Soup
Shrimp Scampi / Grilled Sirloin Steak / Chicken Marsala
Paprika Buttered Potatoes / Steamed Rice
Corn & Mushrooms / Seasoned Monaco Blend
Price : $5.35
~Menu~

Dec. 20, 2014 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
~Menu~
New England Fish Chowder / Tomato Vegetable Soup
BBQ Beef Cubes / Turkey Wing Buffalo Sauce
Buttered Noodles / Mashed Red Potatoes
Seasoned Antigua
Seasoned Asparagus with Orange Zest
Price : $6.55

Dec. 21, 2014 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Omelet / Boiled Egg / French Toast / Bacon
Biscuits / Hominy Grits / Creamed Beef
Beef Noodle Soup / Cream of Mushroom Soup
Asian Beef Stir Fry / Miso Pork
Creamy Pasta with Turkey
Mashed Potatoes / Pork Fried Rice
Glazed Carrots / Seasoned Edamame
Price : $5.35
~Menu~

Dec. 21, 2014 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Beef Noodle Soup / Cream of Mushroom Soup
Yankee Pot Roast
Chinese Sweet Sour Pork
Lyonnaise Potatoes / Steamed Rice
Green Beans Casserole / Corn on the Cob
Price : $6.55
~Menu~

Show of Strength
The theme for
this year's Warrior Care Month observance is
Show of Strength.

Show of Strength
Across the Army,
there will be weekly subthemes observed
to celebrate our commitment to the wounded,
ill and injured Soldiers
and their Families and caregivers.

Show of Strength
Subthemes include Recovery,
Reconditioning, Reintegration
and Remaining Strong.

Show of Strength
The Army's Warrior Care and Transition Program
(WCTP) supports wounded,
ill and injured Soldiers and their Families
throughout each phase of the recovery
and transition process.

Show of Strength
At 25 Warrior Transition Units, Soldiers heal,
hone vital skills and set and achieve goals
across the career, emotional, spiritual,
physical social and Family return to duty
or to enter the workforce as Veterans.

Show of Strength
Since 2007, the WCTP has supported
more than 62,000 Soldiers,
with more than 28,000 of them
returning to the force.

Show of Strength
Together, our Soldiers and our support teams
continue to demonstrate
the strength and teamwork of America's Army.

Show of Strength
Warrior Care Month is an opportunity
to honor the strength and resilience
of these incredible Soldiers,
Families and caregivers.

Show of Strength
As we support them throughout each phase
of their recovery and transition,
we also cerebrate their accomplishments.
Army Strong!

Retirees, did you know
that there are a variety of resources
available to you
through the Camp Zama Retirement Services.

Go to
http://soldierforlife.army.mil/retirement/
for the latest and most updated information
for retirees.
To subscribe to the Army Echoes go to
https://soldierforlife.army.mil/retirement/
echoes-subscription

The Army Echoes newsletter
can be downloaded (electronic edition)
to: iPhones, iPads, and Android phones
using the free Echoes apps
in the App Store (iOS)
and Google Play (Android).

Raise Your GT Score!
Soldiers who need to raise
their General Technical (GT) score
have the option of attending the OASC Course
from Dec. 1 to 19
at the Camp Zama Army Education Center.

A higher GT score is often required
for MOS reclassification,
reenlistment, or to improve job performance.
A diagnostic test TABE is required.

Contact your Camp Zama Education Center
for more information at 263-5311.

Girl Scouts Registration
The new girl scouts year
has begun
and registration is now open.

Go to
www.zamagirlscouts.org
to download a registration form
and follow the instruction on the website
to sign-up.

Registration Fee is $15 per person.
Girl Scouts included events
such as troop activities, hiking,
community service,
and cultural exchange activities.

The East Meets West Gift Shop
is looking for afternoon shift volunteers.

The East Meets West Gift Shop
is a community service project of
the Zama Community Spouses’ Association
(ZaCSA),
and is staffed by ZaCSA volunteers.

All proceeds go towards
the ZaCSA Community Grants and Scholarships.
Contact to ZaCSA to volunteer.
www.zacsa.org

Camp Zama Outdoor Recreation & Leisure Travel Services
The Fall and Winter Escapade Tours brochures
can be found on
the Zama International Tours Office website at
http://zamaitt.com.

If you are planning to travel
during the fall season in Japan
you should book now
as the fall leaves viewing season
is a popular travel time for everyone in Japan.

If you are a runner please check our web page
at
http://zamaitt.com
for the Great Wall Marathon
and Great Hakka Marathon.

Any and all social media platforms
that are affiliated with U.S. Army Garrison Japan
and its counterparts must be registered
with U.S. Army Garrison Japan Public Affairs Office,
per Army guidance.

If you are a social media content manager or
someone who updates and posts to
any Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, etc.
account that is related to any Garrison Japan service,
office or facility (to include
Family Readiness Groups and Unit accounts),
contact Garrison PAO at 263-3486.

All social media content managers
need to complete
WEB Content and OPSEC training at
https://iatraining.us.army.mil/index.html
by Oct. 31.

Once registered with Garrison PAO and
once WEB training has been completed,
there will be
a scheduled mandatory training session
conducted with
the social media content managers.

This mandatory training
will be conducted by Garrison PAO.
Content managers will receive
their training date after registration.

During the renovations of the U.S. Army Japan
headquarters building,
scaffolding will be placed
around the building.
This may create a narrow sidewalk
for pedestrians.

The renovations may cause noise
and possible chemical odors
from the paint application.

The scheduled phases and durations are as follows:
Phase 1: Oct. 6 - Dec. 6, 2014, (S-Wing)
Phase 2: Nov. 1 - Jan.14, 2015, (E-Wing)
Phase 3: Nov. 27 - Feb. 5, 2015, (N-Wing)
Phase 4: Jan. 6 - March 8, 2015, (W-Wing)
Phase 5: Feb. 15 - March 29, 2015, (Courtyard)

Due to shortage of personnel,
starting Sept. 20,
the Camp Zama Consolidated Mailroom
will not be available to customers
on Saturdays for package delivery services.

The mailroom will still be open
for customers to access their mailboxes;
however, the customer service window
will be closed.

We thank you for your cooperation
and apologize
for any inconvenience this may cause.
The CMR plans to re-open on Saturday's once
the manning shortfalls are resolved.

The September “Blow-Out” specials
for the Camp Zama Treasure Trove
are as follows:

FILL-2-BAGS of SUMMER CLOTHES
for $5.00 (includes summer dresses)
SHOES: Buy one pair get
second pair free
TOYS: Buy one get one free

JEANS: Buy for $5.00 and get
second pair free
BOOKS: 5 books for $1.00
There are lots of new inventory
in the store.

The Treasure Trove is located on Camp Zama,
in Bldg. 998 right across
from the Camp Zama High School
basketball and tennis courts.

Hours of operation are
from Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Look for the red and yellow
“OPEN” flag on the road.

Sagami Depot Pass office Closure
The SGD Pass office will close
from Sep. 1, 2014 to Sept. 15, 2015
Daily pass for visitors and contractors
will be issued by the security guards.
Directorate of Emergency Services

SGD パスオフィス
SGD パスオフィスは
２０１４年９月１日から２０１５年9月1日まで
クローズします。
デイリーパスは警備隊が発行いたします。

SGD Pass office Closure
Special Event Pass, Long Term Visitor Pass
including Vehicle Pass
for LN employees and contractors
will be issued
at SFHA and ZAMA Pass Offices.

Pass request form can be sent to:
usarmy.zama.imcom-pacific.list.
usagj-des-pass-office@mail.mil
The pass will be issued at SFHA Pass Office
after your request is approved.
The operation hours at SFHA Pass Office will be
Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

相模補給廠でのイベントパスや、
従業員、業者の通行証、車両パスは
全て相模原住宅と、座間のパスオフィスが取り扱います。

パスのリクエストフォームを作成後
下記のアドレスにても、パス発行の手続きが出来ます。
usarmy.zama.imcom-pacific.list.
usagj-des-pass-office@mail.mil
パスの手続きが出来次第、相模原住宅のパスオフィスにて
受け取る事が出来ます。
時間：月曜日から金曜日の午前８時から午後５時

To Our Customers
Please be informed
that the last day of operation
for Sagami Depot Express/Filling Station
will be on Saturday, Oct. 4.
We apologize for any inconvenience
this may cause.

CPAC’s new operation procedures
The Camp Zama CPAC has new operation procedures.
Here are some of the changes that have been made:
An appointment will be needed to discuss personal
personnel questions. Employees can either call the CPAC's
main line at 263-3755 or make an appointment in person.

The CPAC will, however, be available to managers
to discuss hiring actions at all times.
CPAC has designated Monday afternoons as their time to
work uninterrupted. During this time, specialists will be
working on vacancy announcements and/or referral lists.

They will not answer their phones or respond to emails.
For more information:
263-3755

Women, Infants, and Children
Overseas
The WIC Overseas program provides
several important benefits to help you and
your family lead healthier lives.

Overseas
The program services are provided to
eligible participants overseas:
- Active Duty Military & their Dependents
- DoD Civilian employees & their family
members
- DoD contractors & their family members

Overseas
For more information:
263-8960

The Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness
communication team recently kicked off
a 90-day communication campaign
to encourage Army spouses to take
the Global Assessment Tool (GAT 2.0).

Please help us spread the word!
The GAT 2.0 is a confidential online
self-assessment that provides users
with an overall look of
their comprehensive health and well-being.

Go to
https://www.milsuite.mil
to take the GAT 2.0. Go to
http://csf2.army.mil/
to learn more about GAT 2.0.

Phone numbers to reach our office:
From DSN Phone : (Class A1) 855-431-7705
Toll Free off base/cell in Japan : 0066-33-81-2977
Toll Free from a USA Number : 1-855-431-7705
(If you dial “099,” it is not a free call)

The Camp Zama Golf Course has
opened a designated pathway for runners.

The rules are as follows:
Runners are permitted to run
on the course
Monday through Friday only,
from the hours of 5:30 -7:30 a.m.

Runners are required to run
on cart paths only,
following the designated run route
one way only.

Runners are not permitted
to have any drinks or food of
any kind on the course.

Runners are allowed to run only the
back 9-holes, from the 10th to the 18th.
The distance from the 10 tee
to the 18 green is 2.356 miles or
3.791 kilometers.

Soldiers should not run in a group
on the golf course larger than
a squad size element.

The use of head phones are
not allowed on the course.

Runners are not permitted to conduct
any physical fitness exercises
on the course or be on the greens and/or
fairways for any reason, at any time.

Reminder of Pet Owners’ Responsibilities
The following list of responsibilities for pet owners
living on Camp Zama, Sagamihara Family
Housing Area and Sagami Depot was released
by the Housing Management Division:
- Sponsors are responsible for cleaning the areas
used by their pets.
- If kept outside, the pet’s area must be policed daily
to prevent a buildup of trash and fecal material.

- Owners must clean up waste left by their pet
during walks.
- Fecal droppings must be disposed of in sealed
plastic bags (preferably double bags) and be
placed in garbage receptacles.
- Un-bagged waste must not be placed in garbage
receptacles.

Violations can be reported to following email address:
usarmy.zama.imcom-pacific.mbx.usagj-dpw-housing-officer@
mail.mil
You may also report violations by calling the Housing Management
Division at
263-3441 or 263-4503,
or the Family Housing and Furnishing Management Branch
at 263-3527 or 263-4136.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
263-8255
Website: SuicidePreventionLifeline.org

Japanese phones/cell: 046-407-8255
Allied Telesis: 98-263-8255
Vonage or Skype: (800) 273-8255
Military and Family Life Counselor:
263-3638

Units located on
U.S. Army Garrison Japan Honshu installations
must coordinate with
the Hazardous Material Control Center
at Sagami General Depot
when purchasing hazardous materials.

Please procure recycled, bio-based or
environmentally preferable materials
when they are available in a timely manner,
they meet your unit’s performance standards
and are reasonably priced.

U.S. military personnel and facilities, both at home and
abroad, remain potential targets for those who wish to do
them harm.
Throughout our history, the U.S. Army has tackled the
toughest challenges.
If you see something, say something.

Adversarial forces adapt their tactics to avoid strength,
exploit weakness, and demonstrate their capability to attack
at the time and place of their choosing.
Individual awareness of suspicious activities is a key element
in the identification of potential threatening actions.

Criminal assault methods have evolved over the past century
to a present-day "insider" threat possibility.
Suspicious activity reporting is a fundamental element of the
programs in place to keep both the U.S. Army Japan and U.S.
Army Garrison Japan communities safe.

From deploying units around the area of responsibility to
Corps of Engineers projects throughout Japan, every activity,
every mission and every operation will have situational
awareness.

Both the iWATCH Army and iSALUTE reporting programs are
community tools in our arsenal against threats to force
protection.

We know our missions, our operations and our
responsibilities.
Report suspicious activities to your local Military Police or
ATO by calling: 263-3002 or 911 and or off post 046-407-3002
or 046-407-911

Commanding General USARJ
米国軍関係者および軍事施設は、
本国、または海外に関わらず、
常にテロリストの標的になる可能性があります。
常に注意を払い、疑わしい事例について
報告することは、皆さん一人ひとりの努めです。

テロリストは、いつでもどこでも彼らが
攻撃できることを示すために、
相手の弱みに付け込む策略をとってきます。
個々が疑わしい行動に対して気がつくことが、
テロ活動の可能性を見きわめる鍵となります。

犯罪およびテロリストの攻撃方法は
以前と比べ格段に進化し、
今日では「内部」にある脅威の可能性に
なってきています。

疑わしい行為を報告することが、
私達米陸軍の“対テロプログラム”にとって
大事な要素となります。

iWATCH Army およびiSALUTE という
2つの報告プログラムは
我々のコミュニティ内での脅威があった場合に、
誰もが報告できるツールです。

テロと疑わしい行為を確認した場合は、
最寄の軍警察（MP）に報告してください。
電話番号は080-5903-4501 または
軍電263-3002、あるいは911 です。

Units located on U.S. Army Garrison Japan
Honshu installations must coordinate
with the Hazardous Material Control Center
at Sagami Depot.
Call 268-4222 for assistance.

Please procure recycled, bio-based or
environmentally preferable materials
when they are available in a timely manner,
they meet your unit's performance standards,
and are reasonably priced.

Change in
Custodial Cleaning Frequencies
Due to recent increased support of
in-house custodial cleaning tasks at new facilities,
the Directorate of Public Works
will be reducing its cleaning frequencies
with the exception of the following buildings:

Change in
- Morale, Welfare and Recreation “Community
Buildings” (Camp Zama Community Club,
Bowling Center, etc.)
- Child, Youth and School Services facilities
(Child Development Centers, Youth Centers,
etc.)

Change in
- BG Sams U.S. Army Health Clinic
- Department of Defense Education Activity
schools
- Army and Air Force Exchange Services acilities
- Commissaries

Change in
Community members are reminded
that while some cleaning task frequencies
may be reduced, the tasks will still be performed.
There is a possibility that once the adjustments
are made and the workforce has shifted,
some frequencies may be increased.

ID Card Section to Begin Online Scheduling
The Identification Card section
at Camp Zama’s Military Personnel Division
will begin using
the online RAPIDS appointment scheduler.

ID Card Section to Begin Online Scheduling
Visit the following link to schedule an appointment:
http://go.usa.gov/WrXQ
Call 263-4449 or 046-407-4449
for same-day appointments or further guidance.

Bicycle Registration
All Status of Forces Agreement members,
to include children and spouses,
are required to register all privately owned bicycles.
Sponsors need to prepare USAG-J Form 1349EJ
in order to properly register
all privately owned bicycles.

Bicycle Registration
Bicycles can be registered
at the Vehicle Registration Office (Bldg. 227)
or the Sagamihara Family Housing Area
Pass and ID Office
at Gate 1.

Serial number locations are normally found
on the below locations of any model bicycle:
Seat tube Head tube
At rear wheel
mount
Under crank
(bottom bracket)
Common Serial Number Locations

Registrations stickers will be placed visibly
on the seat tube area:
Seat tube

Employee Assistance Program
The Employees Assistance Program
is a free service available
to all Department of the Army civilians
on Camp Zama and their family members.
The EAP is a confidential support service paid
for by the government to assist employees.

The EAP program is designed to:
Promote personal growth, mental and
Physical health, and strengthen individuals,
Families and communities.

Provide individuals with confidential referrals
to agencies that can provide assistance
for problems that can affect their performance.
Individual problems can range from emotional,
psychological, psychiatric, stress-related,
substance dependence or other challenges.

Provide comprehensive short-term counseling
and referral services to help individuals achieve
a balance between their work, family and
other personal responsibilities.

The confidentiality of individuals using
the program is carefully protected.
No information is furnished to employers,
unions, or other individuals without the express,
written permission of the participating client.

The EAP can provide tools to help deal with,
stress, relationships, financial issues,
conflict, substance abuse, impulse control,
assertiveness, anger and
a variety of other adult living issues.

The EAP is available
Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
and is located in the Resiliency
and Restoration Center, Bldg. 534.
To make an appointment, call 263-5309.

Notice for Smokers to Smoke
in Designated Areas
Smokers on U.S. military
installations are reminded
that if they are smoking
during business hours
outside their office building
or place of employment,

Notice for Smokers to Smoke
in Designated Areas
they should do so only in
designated smoking areas
-- not near roads or
in parking lots.
Smokers must be
considerate of nonsmokers.

SHARP Hotline (English-speaking)
090-9395-8909 or
882# from a DSN phone
Call any time to include evenings,
weekends and holidays.

通話料無料ホットライン（日本語）
0120-279-338
電話番号をお確かめの上、おかけ下さい。
休日祝日問わず24時間対応。

Posting Ads at Front of Bldg. 102
Not Authorized
All personnel are reminded
not to post advertisements
at the front entrance of
U.S. Army Garrison Japan headquarters, Bldg. 102.
Call 263-3829 for more information.

Provide your input or feedback online at the
U.S. Army Garrison Japan ICE site
and enter to win a prize!
http://ice.disa.mil
Good or bad, we’d like to know!

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