Command Channel Slides Week between Sept. 6 to 12

Operational Security Courses
at Yokota Air Base
Two Operational Security courses,
OPSEC 3500 and 2500,
will be offered
at Yokota Air Base in October.

The OPSEC 3500 course is scheduled
to be held Oct. 21,
and
the OPSEC 2500 course is scheduled
to be held Oct. 21 through 25.
Operational Security Courses
at Yokota Air Base

Roads Between Bldgs. 101, 102
to be Re-paved
The road between Bldgs. 101 and 102
are scheduled to be will be re-paved
from Oct. 7 through Dec. 7.
Construction will be divided in order to
allow vehicular traffic during this time.

Critical junctions
will be paved
on weekends
so that traffic flow
will not be
disrupted
during work days.
Roads Between Bldgs. 101, 102
to be Re-paved
Bldg. 101
Bldg. 102
Construction

Moment of Silence
for Suicide Remembrance
Moment of Silence
A moment of silence for those
who have died by suicide
will be observed
by U.S. Army Japan and U.S. Army Garrison Japan
on Sept. 10 at 1:30 p.m.

Moment of Silence
Personnel are advised to observe
the moment of silence and cease all activity
for 10 minutes.
Call 263-8049 for more information.
Moment of Silence

Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor
certification training will be offered
Sept. 16 through 20 at Camp Zama
to Department of the Army civilian employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Counselor Training

The nominating activity is responsible
for temporary duty costs for
candidates not located on Honshu.
The exact location of the training
is still to be determined.
Counselor Training

Prospective civilian trainees should meet
the following criteria in order to attend
the EEO Counselor training:
Counselor Training

They should have good interpersonal skills.
They must have an interest in conducting
inquiries that involve informal complaints,
upon request by the Equal Employment
Opportunity staff.
Counselor Training

They must be available to actively participate
in, and successfully complete, the 40-hour
certification training.
They should have a minimum of 24 months
left on their assignment in Japan.
Counselor Training

A “Drug Take-Back” event, coordinated
by Camp Zama‟s Army Substance Abuse Program,
is scheduled to be held
Sept. 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
at the main entrance of the Exchange.
Drug Take-Back Event on Camp Zama

The event will allow community members
the opportunity to safely and conveniently
dispose of their unused, unwanted or
expired prescription
or over-the-counter medication.

Representatives from the Camp Zama pharmacy,
the Criminal Investigation Division and ASAO
will be available
during the event to answer questions.

Brochures and pamphlets containing
education information
about drugs and alcohol will also be available
during the event.

ASIST, Suicide Prevention Training at Camp ZamaASIST, Suicide Prevention Training at Camp Zama
A number of training opportunities
will be available on Camp Zama
during September,
which is
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

ASIST, Suicide Prevention Training at Camp Zama
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills, or ASIST,
training is scheduled to be held
Sept. 17 and 18
from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
at the Religious Education Center.

This training session will be offered to those
who hold Gatekeeper professions.
Additional advanced suicide intervention
training sessions will be held in the future,
offered to all personnel.

ACE (Ask, Care, Escort)
Suicide Awareness Training is scheduled
to be held Sept. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.
This training is mandatory for
all military and civilian personnel.

New Operation Hours
at Sagami Depot Self-Help Store
The Sagami General Depot Self-Help Store
will only be open on Saturdays,
effective Oct. 1.
For more information:
263-5952 / 3441 or 046-407-5952 / 3441

The 9/11 remembrance ceremony
Sept. 11 at 3 p.m.
at the Community Activity Center
on Camp Zama.

The observance will include
memorial narrative readings,
a wreath presentation
and remarks
from Col. Kenneth D. Chase.

Every Monday
from Aug. 19 to Sept. 30,
6:30 p.m. at SFHA Chapel
Women‟s Book Club

Featured Book:
“Loving God
with All Your Mind”
Women‟s Book Club

Contact
the Garrison Religious
Support Office
at 263-4898
for more information.
Women‟s Book Club

Effective immediately and throughout
Phase 1 renovations, the south entrance
to the BG Sams U.S. Army Health Clinic
will be open during normal patient care hours.
South Entrance of BG Sams Clinic
to be Open

South Entrance of BG Sams Clinic
to be Open
Patients parking at the Camp Zama Community Club
are advised to use designated crosswalks
to access this entrance.
Drivers dropping off and picking up patients
are advised to use caution when using
the curbside entry area.

Partial Parking Lot Closure Near Bldg. 102
A portion of the parking lot on the southern end
of Bldg. 102 on Camp Zama
is scheduled to be closed from Sept. 5 through Oct. 5
in order to pave the area.
The 59 parking spaces in this area
will be unavailable during this time.

Parking Lot Closure
Sept. 5 through Oct. 5
Impact:
59 parking spaces
closed
Construction
Bldg. 102
Bldg. 101

This announcement is to provide
guidance to Soldiers
regarding end-of-year requests
for tuition assistance through GoArmyEd.
End-of-Year Tuition Assistance
Request Information

Request Information
Sept. 23 is the last day for Soldiers to request
tuition assistance for classes that begin
on or before Sept. 30,
due to the Army‟s fiscal year closeout.

There will be no exceptions.
This does not impact requests for courses
starting Oct. 1 or later.
Call the Camp Zama Army Education Center
at 263-5068 for more information.
Request Information

Questions regarding this message
may be sent to the Army Continuing Education
System headquarters
at usarmy.knox.hrc.mbx.tagd-aces@mail.mil.
Request Information

Disaster-prevention training for foreign residents
Sept. 21 from 9:00 a.m. to noon
at the Zama Fire Station Headquarters,
only a few minutes‟ walk from Camp Zama‟s Gate 1.

This training is organized
by Zama City and the Zama International Association,
with support from the Zama Fire Department
and Zama Disaster Volunteer Network.

During the training, participants will learn
how to prepare for large earthquakes, evacuation
and rescue procedures,
and how to use a fire distinguisher
and Automatic External Defibrillator.
Volunteer interpreters will be provided upon request.

Participation is free of charge.
Contact ZIA before Sept. 5
by e-mail at z.i.a.040501@kdr.biglobe.ne.jp

or telephone/fax at 046-251-9000
(Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
with your name, address, telephone number,
e-mail address, language of your choice,
and your method of arriving at the fire station.

Call the U.S. Army Garrison Japan
Public Affairs‟ Community Relations Office
at 263-7156 for more information.

Changes to USARJ Pamphlet 690-1
The “Supervisor‟s Handbook –
A Guide to Personnel Management Procedures
Pertaining to Local National Employees”
was recently updated to reflect three major changes
to the local national program.

Change No. 1:
Minimum Qualification Standards
– a set of qualification standards will be used
within U.S. Army in Japan
by the servicing Civilian Personnel Offices
to determine the applicant‟s qualification.

Change No. 1 (continued):
It is intended to screen applicants and identify
those who are likely to perform successfully
on the job and screen out
those who are not qualified.

Change No. 2:
Language Proficiency Level
– Levels of language proficiency
will be assigned to a position
based on the set duties and responsibilities
shown on the Position Description.

Assignment of Language Proficiency Level
to a specific position means
that the incumbent cannot successfully perform
the duties of the position

without this level of language proficiency
and therefore becomes part of
the qualification requirement
that applicants need to meet.

Change No. 3:
Time in Grade – To prevent excessive
and rapid promotions, candidates
must meet the required period
in a grade to become eligible for promotion
to the next higher grade level.

These changes are necessary to provide
the command with a workforce
that is stable, qualified and efficient.
The changes went into effect on July 13.

Access to Bldg. 360 on Camp Zama,
which includes the Arts and Crafts Shop,
the Military Clothing Sales Store and the GSA Mart,
will change due to upcoming demolition
of the existing boiler plant nearby.
Access to Bldg. 360 to Change
Due to Construction

The demolition is scheduled to begin Aug. 22
and continue through early October.
Temporary access to Bldg. 360 is expected
to be continually modified depending
on the construction.
Access to Bldg. 360 to Change
Due to Construction

NARITA BUS TRANSITION PROJECT
New Narita Buses
Program Start Date: Sept. 1, 2013
36-Passenger Bus
Undercarriage storage
With toilet – no restroom breaks (30 minutes)
Video package
Two buses per day
Fees: $30 or 3,000 yen per seat
No pets (inquire about limousine service)

Departure Times and Locations
8:45 a.m. – Army Lodging
9 a.m. – Camp Zama Community Club
9:30 a.m. – Sagamihara Family Housing Area
12:45 p.m. – Army Lodging
1 p.m. – Camp Zama Community Club
1:30 p.m. – Sagamihara Family Housing Area
4 p.m. – Narita Airport Terminal No. 2 Parking Lot
7 p.m. – Narita Airport Terminal No. 2 Parking Lot

Pets
No pets allowed on Narita Bus.
Pet limousine service available through Outdoor
Recreation. This service is dependant upon driver
availability.
Pet owners may ride with pet if space is available.
Call 263-4671 or 046-407-4671 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
daily; closed on U.S. holidays.

Limousine Service
Reservations may be made dependant upon
availability of driver – prepayment is required to
obtain reservations.
Limousine service will not be available during
Narita Bus operations, except for pet transportation
requirements.
Use of the Narita Bus is encouraged.
Service is available to Haneda Airport.

Limousine Service
Pet owners may ride with their pet (seats are limited).
Only one receipt will be given per reservation.
Hourly late fees will be assessed to guests for any
delays to cover overtime or extended parking fees.
Any communication required for changes of arrival
or departure dates or times is the responsibility
of the reservation holder.

Haneda Airport Service
Logistics Readiness Center will maintain Official
Travel services to Haneda Airport. Please contact
the Transportation Office at 263-3772 or 046-407-3772.
Non-official passengers may utilize the limousine
service (dependant upon availability).
Local commercial transportation is available (train,
bus).

No Reservations
Guests without reservations may purchase space-
available seating. Payment must be made prior to
departure.
Space-available seating is first-come, first-serve.
No money to pay (arrival without reservations):
Passenger (incoming primary) will be required to
fill out an promissory note to include name(s),
unit and contact information.

No Reservations
No money to pay (arrival without reservations):
 Transportation service will be based on availability.
 Payment must be made within 24 hours at Outdoor
Recreation (open seven days a week).
 Payments made after 24 hours will be assessed
a $15 late-payment fee.
 Promissory notes are considered as confirmed
reservations.

Other Information
Sponsors provide location of the Department of
Defense Liaison Desk to incoming personnel.
Bus will be available at Narita Airport 90 minutes
prior to departure.
Space-available seats at Narita will be sold first-come,
first-serve.
Bus will leave at scheduled times.

Other Information
No refunds will be provided to non-arrivals who
fail to properly communicate to a reservation agent.
Refunds will be issued to all those who missed
the bus due to unscheduled flight delays
(flight documentation required).
Rescheduling transportation is based on seating
availability.

Other Information
Refund consideration will be given to unscheduled
flight delays.
Personnel without confirmed reservations will
not be allowed to ride the bus if seats are not
available.
Children who are required must be in child seats
– not provided by MWR.
Each seat occupied will be assessed a fee.

Other Information
 Narita Limousine Service
 Haneda Limousine Service
Fees: One-Way – $215
Round Trip – $430
Fees: One-Way – $175
Round Trip – $350

Narita Bus Alternatives
Taxi Company – Sagami Chuo Koutsu.
Phone: 0120-888-810 (on-post access authorized)
Local Limousine Bus – 3,500 yen (adults);
1,700 yen (Youth) (departs from Sagamiono Station)
Train – Between 2,000 and 6,000 yen

Narita Bus Alternatives
Sponsor Pick-up – Approximately 6,000 yen for tolls,
round trip.
Outdoor Recreation Vehicle Rental – $60
Outdoor Recreation Limousine Service – 263-4671
Taxi – Not recommended; estimated cost is 40,000 yen

Official Travel Reimbursement
Reimbursement for bus fee for military/Department
of the Army civilians/Nonappropriated fund personnel
with travel orders will be made through traveler‟s
submission of a Travel Voucher
(DD Form 1351, 1351-1, 1351-2, 1351-2C, or 1351-3,
as applicable).

Reimbursement for bus fee for master labor
contract/indirect hire agreement personnel with travel
orders will be made through the submission of
USFJ Form 356EJ.
If person is going to Narita Airport without travel orders:
- Military or DAC travelers will use DTS to request
local travel funds.

If person is going to Narita Airport without travel orders:
- NAF travelers will use DD 1164 for approval and
reimbursement of bus fee.
- MLC travelers will use USFJ 356EJ to request
approval for local travel and bus fee
reimbursement.
Official reimbursement is not issued through MWR.

“Salad Wednesdays”
at Camp Zama Exchange Restaurants
Wednesdays are now something
to look forward to
as Army and Air Force Exchange Service restaurants
are offering $2 off any salad priced $4 or more
on what is becoming known
as “Salad Wednesdays.”

Now, when picking up a salad
at Subway or Burger King or Anthony‟s Pizza
on Wednesdays,
guests can save money and eat nutritionally
at the same time.

“Salad Wednesdays” are
part of the Exchange‟s Operation
BEFIT initiative to promote health and wellness
through fitness and diet.

Camp Zama Exchange restaurants
are open to anyone on the installation
– whether military, civil service, contractor or visitor –
per Army Regulation 215-8.
“Salad Wednesdays” occur every Wednesday
at all participating Exchange restaurants.

The Camp Zama
Exchange Mystery Shopper program
is seeking a select group to go
about their normal day-to-day shopping for
a period of six months and detail their experience
in a series of three survey sets.
Mystery Shopper Program
at Camp Zama Exchange

Mystery shoppers are rewarded
for their participation
with a $30 Exchange gift card and,
for sharing their movie-going experience,
two free movie tickets
along with popcorn and drinks.

Authorized patrons can apply to become
Mystery Shoppers by registering
at www.shopmyexchange.com.
From this pool of applicants
a new crop of participants
is selected every six months.

To apply,
visit www.shopmyexchange.com
and click the “Mystery Shopper – I want to apply!”
link under the “Exchange Locations”
header at the bottom of the page.

Exchange shoppers can also offer feedback
by visiting
www.shopmyexchange.com/CustomerService
and clicking the “Catalog / Internet Feedback”
and “Exchange Store Feedback” links
on the right-hand side of the screen.

Overseas Military Coordinator on Camp Zama
The Department of Veterans Affairs
overseas military services coordinator
is scheduled to be
at the Camp Zama Education Center
in Bldg. 278 on Sept. 11.

If you would like to schedule an appointment
to discuss veterans benefits
you may be entitled to, call 263-5311.
Don‟t delay, appointments are limited!
Overseas Military Coordinator on Camp Zama

Water Yoga Classes at Yano Swimming Pool
Water Yoga classes are held every Thursday
at the Yano Fitness Center swimming pool
from 4:30 to 5 p.m.

The class is open to adult active-duty Soldiers,
Department of the Army civilians,
spouses and all other Status
of Forces Agreement personnel.
Non-swimmers are welcome.
Call 263-5050 or 263-2004 for more information.
Water Yoga Classes at Yano Swimming Pool

The Office of the Judge Advocate General
is now accepting applications for
the Army‟s Funded Legal Education Program.
Under this program, the Army projects sending
up to 25 active-duty commissioned officers
to law school at government expense.
Apply for Funded Legal Education Program

Selected officers will attend law school
beginning in the fall of 2014
and will remain on active duty while attending.
Interested officers should review Chapter 14, Army
Regulation 27-1 to determine their eligibility.

This program is open to commissioned officers
in the rank of second lieutenant through captain.
Applicants must have at least two,
but not more than six,
years of total active federal service
at the time the training begins.

Eligible officers interested in applying
should immediately register for the earliest offering
of the Law School Admission Test.

Applicants must send their request
through command channels,
to include their branch manager
at Army Human Resources Command,
with a copy furnished to
the Office of the Judge Advocate General:

ATTN: DAJA-PT (Yvonne Caron – Rm. 2B-517)
2200 Army Pentagon, Washington, DC, 20310
to be received by Nov. 1. Submission
of the application well
in advance of the deadline is advised.

Interested officers should contact
the U.S. Army Japan Office
of the Staff Judge Advocate
for further information.

Hours of Operation
Closed from noon to 1 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Friday
Thursday 1 to 4 p.m.
8 a.m. to noon; and 1 to 4 p.m.

ASIST
(Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
Sept. 17 and 18 from 9 a.m.
to 4:30 p.m. at the REC
Gatekeeper professionals only!
Advanced registration required.
Suicide Prevention Month

Gatekeeper Professionals Gatekeeper Professionals
BehavioralHealthandASAPCounselors MilitaryPolice
SexualAssaultResponseandVictimAdvocates JudgeAdvocateGeneralProfessionalsandLegal
Assistants
FamilyAdvocacyProgramPersonnel andMilitaryFamily
LifeCounselors
EmployeeAssistance,EEOpersonnelandInspectors
General
ArmyEmergencyReliefFundCounselors SchoolCounselors
EmergencyRoomMedicalTechnicians RedCrossWorkers
ChaplainsandChaplainAssistants First-LineSupervisors(military,civilian)
Suicide Prevention Month

Motivational Speakers Needed!
Looking for volunteer speakers!
All Camp Zama community members
who have overcome adversity,
addiction or loss, and can share
their experience in
an effective and impactful manner
to a large audience.

Time: During monthly Army Substance Abuse
Program training sessions from 1 to 3 p.m.
Volunteer speakers needed on an ongoing basis.
Location: Camp Zama Community
Activity Center
Motivational Speakers Needed!

An evening women‟s bible fellowship
Date: First and third Wednesday of each month,
from September through December
Time: 6 to 7:50 p.m.
Location: Multipurpose room, Tower Bldg. 743

SAMS-1E, PBUSE Training at Camp Zama
Standard Army Maintenance System-1Enhanced
and
Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced training courses
are scheduled to be held
Sept. 23 through 27 beginning at 8 a.m.
at Camp Zama‟s Religious Education Center.
There are 16 seats available for each course.

Those who are interested or
who units have personnel who require either training
need to provide training facilitators
with the following information.

reserve a
Seat: Name: Rank: Unit:
Contact number:
Supervisor‟s name/contact number:
Email address:
Interested applicants can provide the information above
or direct questions by calling 268-4256.

Contact the National Suicide Prevention
Lifeline at 263-8255
or visit
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

on Sagami General Depot
Temporary road closures
on Sagami General Depot are scheduled
to take place in two phases
in order to install underground drainage pipes.

Residents‟ Responsibilities
During Leave and TDY
All Army family housing and unaccompanied
personnel housing residents must notify
the Housing Management Division for absences
from their quarters of seven days or more.

Provide a point of contact for
a responsible sponsor or adult
to perform periodic checks to ensure
the home is safe, secure and free of incidents
and unexpected circumstances,
and maintain the yard as well, if applicable.

In the event you do not assign
a point of contact during your absence,
the Housing Management Division
will contact your organization or agency
to request their support – especially when it comes
to keeping up your yard maintenance.

Visit the Housing Management Division
at Bldg. 671
to request the Form for Periodic Absences.
Call the Housing Office at 263-4135, 263-4843
or 263-5859 for questions or more information.

Notification of
On-post residents must notify
the Housing Management Division
for absences from quarters extended
more than seven days.
Absence from Quarters

Please provide a POC
who will have responsibility for your quarters
during your absence.
For more information: 263-4136/3890
046-407-4136/3890
Notification of
Absence from Quarters

Currently, U.S. service members may incur up
to a four-year active-duty service obligation
depending on how many qualifying years of service
they have as of Aug. 1, 2009.
Information on
Post-9/11 GI Bill Transference

Effective Aug. 1 of this year, any service member
who submits a Transfer of Education Benefits
request and is approved will incur
a four-year active-duty service obligation
from the date of their transfer request.
Information on

This also includes service members
with at least 20 years of service
prior to Aug. 1, 2009.
Information on

Camp Zama housing residents
on MacArthur Road,
quarters 1070 through 1095,
will have a traffic change beginning
June 18.
Traffic Change on MacArthur Road

Traffic Change on MacArthur Road
The one-way portion of MacArthur Road
will be reversed, along with the on-street
parallel parking.
After the change, residents should
be especially watchful for drivers
driving in the wrong direction.

Well Child Physicals AvailableWell Child Physicals Available
Well Child physicals,
for school and youth sports programs,
are available at
BG Sams U.S. Army Health Clinic on Camp Zama.
Call 263-4175 to schedule an appointment.

Online Nutrition Education Survey
An online survey coordinated
by Medical Department Activity-Japan is available
for all community members at Camp Zama.
A dietician from Fleet Activities Yokosuka
is willing to provide nutrition classes
and would like to know what topics
are of interest to the community.

The survey can be found here:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/36J8T7S
Online Nutrition Education Survey

Tips for Mold Prevention and Removal
As summer begins, the conditions for mold
growth become more prevalent.
Mold will only grow when moisture or condensation
is present.
Even hidden areas, like closets, can grow mold
if moisture is present.

Keeping your home free of moisture is the best way
to prevent mold growth.
Keep indoor humidity levels between 30 percent
and 50 percent. (Humidity meters can be purchased
for as little as $10 online)

Run fans and vents while cooking or showering.
(But don‟t leave them running all day, as this
can potentially assist mold growth).
Clean up moisture and condensation immediately.
Use dehumidifiers to further control levels of
humidity in the home.

Keep closet doors open one to two inches to allow
fresh air circulation.
If mold is present in an area of nine square feet or
less:
- Scrub rigorously using detergent and water
- Wear a dust mask, gloves and eye protection
- Dry the area after completion of cleaning

If mold is present on a larger surface:
Contact DPW for assistance in cleaning
263-4274 or 263-4613
If mold is on permeable surfaces (i.e., carpet or
ceiling tiles), consider replacement.

Multiple Half-Road Closures on Camp Zama
The Directorate of Public Works
is in the process of replacing domestic hot water
and chilled/hot water lines on Camp Zama.
The project began May 30 and
is scheduled to continue through November.
This project will require half-road closures
during working hours at the following locations:

Multiple Half-Road Closures on Camp Zama
Temporary stock yard between Bldgs. 131 and 138
through Nov. 15

Army Website Provides Summer Safety Tips
Summer is finally here, and with it comes
hazards unique to this cherished time of year.
As the weather warms and Soldiers, Army civilians
and family members take to roads and waterways
for some well-deserved down time,
they will be exposed to risk
more often than they might think.

Visit http://go.usa.gov/bWae
for various tips on summer safety.
Army Website Provides Summer Safety Tips

Most motor transportation services
at the Transportation Division on Camp Zama
are scheduled to be suspended July 11
in order to conduct a safety stand-down.
Narita Airport shuttle services will not affected
by this suspension.

All passengers needing official transportation
to commercial terminals
will need to acquire
commercial transportation on this day,
or contact the Ground Transportation Desk
at 263-3772 for special instructions.

Intermittent Cooling Season Begins
Intermittent cooling
for U.S. Army Japan installations began May 23.
Air-conditioning will be provided once
the outside temperature exceeds
78 degrees Fahrenheit or 25.6 degrees Celsius.

Transition from Heating to Cooling Season
Intermittent heating is scheduled
until mid-April. Heating will be provided
based on following criteria:
68 degrees Fahrenheit or below (from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
55 degrees Fahrenheit or below (from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.)

Arnn Elementary School Information
Effective June 1,
the phone number for the main office
at Arnn Elementary School
will be changed as follows:
267-6112 or 267-6237

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。

Command Channel Slides Week between Sept. 6 to 12

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.

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

Household Goods Shipments
You can schedule a household goods pickup
from the privacy of your living room.
Visit the website below to gain access
to the Defense Personal Property System
or contact the Area Transportation Office,
Personal Property Section, at 263-3709 for details.
www.move.mil

Household Goods Weight Allowance Change
Effective Dec. 1, 2011,
weight allowance to and from Japan was reduced
for all Soldiers to 2,500 pounds (net)
or 25 percent (net) of full weight allowance,
or whichever is greater.
All civilians are authorized 4,500 pounds (net).
Unaccompanied baggage is inclusive.
For more information: 263-3709

New Operation Hours
at Sagami Depot Self-Help Store
Effective June 1,
the Self-Help Store located on Sagami General Depot
Will only be open on Wednesdays and Saturdays
from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m.
Call 263-5952 or 263-3441 for more information.

„You Made the Grade‟ Program
at Zama Exchange
The Army and Air Force Exchange Service
is rewarding military students in grades one
through 12 who maintain a "B"
or better average
with the "You Made the Grade" program.

Students can receive a booklet coupon
booklet good for free products and
discounted offers by presenting a valid military ID
and proof of an overall "B" average
at the Camp Zama Exchange customer service.
„You Made the Grade‟ Program
at Zama Exchange

Parking Reminder
for Family Quarters Residents
All personnel living in family quarters
on Camp Zama, Sagamihara Family Housing Area
and Sagami General Depot
are reminded
to park their personally owned vehicles
in their respective assigned parking areas.

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!

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.

Food Handling and Preparation Course
This class is given by Preventive Medicine
every third Wednesday of the month
at 3 p.m. in Bldg. 715, Classroom B.
Call in advance to verify any changes
in the time or location.

English-, Japanese-Language
Shelf-Life Training
A number of training dates are scheduled
to be held, in both English- and Japanese-language
instruction, on shelf-life policy training
to explain standard practice in the management
and storage of shelf-life material at the
managing activity and depot level.

Shelf-Life Training
Students will learn to properly apply mandatory
storage standards criteria in evaluating the condition
of shelf-life material upon receipt,
in storage, during surveillance,
upon shipment, and when test or restorative
actions are required to maintain or return stocks
to a ready-for-issue status.

Shelf-Life Training
Yokohama North Dock (English Session)
Date: Sept. 26 (Nomination deadline: Sept. 19)
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Bldg. 347, DPW Conference Room
Yokohama North Dock (Japanese Session)
Date: Sept. 27 (Nomination deadline: Sept. 19)
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Bldg. 347, DPW Conference Room

Informational Telephone Services
Effective April 1, the 78th Signal Battalion's
telephone operators will no longer provide
"informational telephone services“
between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Calls placed to 0, 263-1110 and 113
during these hours will be routed to the Regional Network
Operations Support Center, whose
operators have access to telephone information.

The American Red Cross provides
the military community and their families with 24/7 access
to an Emergency Communications Network
to keep families connected in a crisis,
provide case management services,
and assist with emergency financial assistance.
Find us on Facebook
American Red Cross – Camp Zama
Click on “Notes”
Emergency Communication Messages

To start an American Red Cross message,
the following information is needed:
Service member‟s or sponsors‟ full name
Branch of service
Rank
Social Security Number or date of birth
Complete military unit address
Emergency Communication Messages

Notice From Sams Health Clinic
The USA MEDDAC-Japan
will undergo major facility renovations
starting in March, 2013 and extend through 2016.
These changes will affect the current parking layout
for our community,
requiring a shift of parking availability
to outlying areas such as
the commissary and Camp Zama Community Club.

Please watch the video for important information
regarding these parking changes
and how they will affect you.
Please also visit the MEDDAC-Japan
facebook page:
http://facebook.com/MEDDACJ
our website:
http://www.usarj.army.mil/organization/meddac/
Notice From Sams Health Clinic

B.G. Sams Health & Dental Clinic
Renovation Project Starting Soon.
Starting in February
This project will be in phases and span almost
three years.
During the construction, only a small part of
our parking lot will be available
for special needs parking.

B.G. Sams Health & Dental Clinic
Renovation Project Starting Soon
Please be patient as we work to provide an up-to-
date, modern facility for your medical and dental
care.
The main entrance to the clinic will not change.
Contact us at MEDDACJ-PAO@AMEDD.ARMY.MIL
with any questions or concerns.

Temp Bldg
Contractor Staging Area
MEDDAC
Commissary
MWR
Camp Zama Community
Club
PHCR
Off Site Parking Locations-Buildings

DPW Housing Office
(Staff Parking)
New Patient Parking
(Commissary Area)
Additional Patient Parking
(CZCC 48 Spots)
BG Sams Health Clinic
Bldg704
Off Site Parking Locations
Special Need Parking
(Current Parking Lot)

Driving in Japan Classes
Are you a newcomer to Japan?
Need to obtain your local drivers permit?
Then sign-up for the "Driving in Japan” class
every Tuesday 8 a.m.
Safety classroom building 102, room A108
on Camp Zama.

There is no sign-up or fees for the
course.
Please bring a valid US drivers license
and your military ID card.
The class is approximately 4 hours long.
For more information,
call the Safety Office at 263-4464
Driving in Japan Classes

Remedial Drivers Training
Do you require a remedial drivers class
due to a revocation of
your drivers privileges or an accident
while driving a government vehicle?

The 4-hour class is taught QUARTERLY,
and held in the safety classroom
building 102 room A108 on Camp Zama.
For more information call the Safety Office
at 263-8379 to sign up,
All classes are free!
Remedial Drivers Training

Now is the time to plan your travel for the remainder
of Winter as well as your Spring Travel.
Zama ITT has a range of travel services available for you.
Please contact them at
263-5273 or 046-254-8896 or travel@zamaitt.com.
You can also check the web page at http://zamaitt.com.
Just a few things to consider are listed on next slide.
Camp Zama ITT Travel Office

Disneyland Discount Tickets valid until March 15
Snow Monkey Trips until end of March
Ski and Snowboard Trips
Great Wall Marathon
Travel to Yap and Stay/Dive at Manta Ray Bay Resort
Princess Cruises include a special departure
from Japan in July
Camp Zama ITT Travel Office
Contact: 263-5273 or 046-254-8896 or travel@zamaitt.com.

Restroom Relocation
Temporary location
for customers to use
the restrooms
Feb. 1 to

Sep. 6, 2013
Price : $4.60
~Menu~
Vegetable Garden Soup / Bean Soup
Pork Schnitzel
Teriyaki Beef Steak
Steamed Rice
Mashed Potatoes
Seasoned Mixed Vegetable
Seasoned Squash
5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Sep. 7, 2013
Price : $5.25
~Menu~
Omelet / Boiled Eggs
Pancakes / Bacon / Hominy Grits
Creamed Beef / Biscuits / Hashed Brown Potatoes
Clam Chowder / Tomato Noodle Soup
Fried Catfish / Baked Chicken / Italian Roast Beef
Buttered Noodles / Steamed Rice
Seasoned Succotash / Seasoned Broccoli

Sep. 7, 2013
Price : $6.45
~Menu~
Clam Chowder / Tomato Noodle Soup
Pineapple Chicken
Beef and Corn Pie
Italian Sausage with Marinara Sauce
Oven Brown Potatoes
Steamed Rice / Seasoned Corn
Seasoned Green Beans
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Sep. 8, 2013
Price : $5.25
~Menu~
Omelet / Boiled Eggs
French Toast / Bacon / Hominy Grits
Creamed Beef / Biscuits / Hashed Brown Potatoes
Pepper Pot Soup / Cream of Asparagus Soup
Meat Loaf / Fried Chicken / Shrimp Scampi
Rice Pilaf / Mashed Potatoes / Seasoned Corn
Seasoned Italian Blend

Sep. 8, 2013
Price : $6.45
~Menu~
Pepper Pot Soup / Cream of Asparagus Soup
Pork Chop Suey
Baked Chicken
Vegetable Stir Fry
Mashed Potatoes
Steamed Rice / Seasoned Carrots
Seasoned Mixed California
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Effective Date: Jan. 31, 2013
Every Thursday‟s Breakfast Hours
will change from: 6 to 8 a.m.
to the new hours: 7 to 9 a.m.

What is Ready Army?
Ready Army is the Army Emergency Management
Program‟s proactive campaign to increase the
resilience of the Army community by informing of
relevant hazards and encouraging Soldiers,
their Families, Army Civilians and contractors to,
“Get a Kit. Make a Plan. Be Informed.”

What is Ready Army?
Through outreach and education Ready Army calls
our Army community to action and aims to create a
culture of preparedness that will save lives and
strengthen the nation.

Get a Kit
When disaster strikes, emergency responders
address the most critical needs and may not
even be able to get to an area until it is deemed
safe. While they work on behalf of the entire
community, it is your responsibility to ensure
your family‟s well-being during times of crisis.
Emergency kits to sustain for 72 hours are an
essential tool for meeting that challenge.

Make a Plan
• Ensure everyone understands the plan, and practices.
• How to communicate during an emergency.
• Consider what to do, where to go, what to take.
• Plan for members with disabilities or special needs.
• Include pets in family plan.
• Report status through ADPAAS.
• Identify a continental U.S. contact.

Be informed
• Chain of Command
• www.ready.army.mil
• www.usarj.army.mil (Local Conditions Page)
•www.facebook.com/usagj
•Mass Notification System
• Command Channel 13
• Eagle 810 radio
• Family Assistance Center

Emergency Supply Kit
Food supply for all family members for five days (ready to
eat; no preparation required)
Bottled water
Protective mask
30-day supply of prescription medication
Over-the-counter medications
Baby toiletries (diapers, etc.) (five-day supply)
Toiletry articles (toothbrush, etc.)
Feminine hygiene articles

Emergency Supply Kit
Baby articles
First-Aid kit
Flashlight with extra batteries
Portable radio with extra batteries
Can opener
Backpack / luggage
Extra clothing (keep in mind baggage limits)
Blankets (seasonal)
$100 cash
Pet carrier (dog or cat only) with 10-day supply of pet
foods

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