In this week's edition we see how MWR is saving it's customers a few dollars with new pricing, we find out what the JMC is and why it is important to everyone stationed here, and finally we take a look at this years exciting Base 2 Base run.
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JMC: NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – If you’re one of the 5,000 Sig’ Citizens sponsored by the Department of Defense, MWR programs have likely been serving you whether or not you realize it. Recently, some of those benefits got a little sweeter. On March 1, MWR reduced costs for many of its amenities to include lower rates for bowling, movies, child and youth programs, and more. e initiative was spearheaded by Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia (CNREURAFSWA) Rear Adm. John Scorby, Jr., who worked alongside region commanding officers and MWR representatives to make the cuts happen. “I recognize that our Sailors and family members sacrifice a lot to be here, so we wanted to make sure we are doing everything we can to take care of them,” said Scorby. “Especially, for our junior Sailors and families who can’t easily afford some of the things out there; so we reduced costs to make it more affordable for them and for everybody.” Whether the discounted fees save an individual just a buck, the community as a whole saves a lot. Prior to March 1, movie theater tickets for regular showings and 3-D films ranged from $4 - $6. With the new price the same offerings are $3-$4 for adults, and even cheaper for children. Adjacent to the theater, the base bowling center is now $1 cheaper per game. “Reducing MWR prices creates an incentive for our Sailors and their families to use the facilities more,” said Scorby. “e MWR program is a great value and we’re trying to make it even better, and therefore, taking care of the fleet, fighter, and family. e reduced cost is designed to be a long-term price reduction because we don’t want people to get use to the low prices only to raise it back up.” With an increased total of 21 free group fitness classes each week, it’s hard for anyone to not take advantage of the new benefits. e reduced cost for MWR program isn’t Navy-wide – only NAS Sigonella and other installations in the CNREURAFSWA area of responsibility are benefactors of the recent changes. “MWR programs are an important benefit to our community's overall quality-of-life in an overseas environment,” said Paul Lopez, Sigonella’s MWR director. “By reducing prices to certain MWR programs, we hope that it encourages Sailors and their families to take advantage of these programs to the fullest extent possible.” Although junior Sailors are said to be the main target, MWR benefits can be enjoyed by anyone who may have wanted to travel, but were limited by their personal budgets. Many of these service members and their families now have the means thanks to lowered prices for MWR’s Information, Tickets & Travel (ITT) and outdoor day trips. “I’ve been to a few ITT trips since I arrived in November 2014, and it really helps me get around the island, see the culture, eat exotic meals,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Chad Cruse. “I’m taking advantage of this new low price. I’ve already signed up for a trip this Saturday to the Roman Villas & Aidone Museum with wine tasting at Gigliotto Agriturismo and I’m excited!” N A S SIG O N E L L A NASSIG’s MWR lowers prices for ‘fleet, fighter, family’ Working together! PAGE 5 Vol. 32 No. 11 Base 2 Base Run: See the action! PAGE 8 GNC coming to Sig! Check out other changes 'in-store! PAGE 4 March 20, 2015 BY MC3 RAMON GO NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Staff ‘Leprechauns’ run wild during Base 2 Base "Leprechauns" ET1 Bobbie Williams, leſt, and MA1 Brian Teart click their heels with joy during the MWR Base 2 Base run, March 14. See more photos from the run on Pages 8-9. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tony D. Curtis/Released) Listing of MWR price reductions Movie eater Before Now Regular movie: Adult (12+) $4 $3 Children (6-11) $2.50 $2 Children (5 & Under) Free Free 3D Movie: Adult (12+) $6 $4 Children (6-11) $3.50 $3 Children (5 & Under) Free Free Bowling Center Single Game: Adult (12+) $3.50 $2.50 Children (11 & Under) $2.50 $1.50 ITT Cultural Immersion Tours 10% off all cultural immersion tours Group Exercise Classes All group exercise classes are now free. Current offering is 21 classes per week. Splashers Pool Recreational swim - FREE For more info go to sigmwr.com
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JMC:
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – If you’re one of the 5,000 Sig’ Citizens sponsored by the Department of Defense, MWR programs have likely been serving you whether or not you realize it. Recently, some of those benefits got a little sweeter. On March 1, MWR reduced costs for many of its amenities to include lower rates for bowling, movies, child and youth programs, and more.
The initiative was spearheaded by Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia (CNREURAFSWA) Rear Adm. John Scorby, Jr., who worked alongside region commanding officers and MWR representatives to make the cuts happen.
“I recognize that our Sailors and family members sacrifice a lot to be here, so we wanted to make sure we are doing everything we can to take care of them,” said Scorby. “Especially, for our junior Sailors and families who can’t easily afford some of the things out there; so we reduced costs to make it more affordable for them and for everybody.”
Whether the discounted fees save an individual just a buck, the community as a whole saves a lot. Prior to March 1, movie theater tickets for regular showings and 3-D films ranged from $4 - $6. With the new price the same offerings are $3-$4 for adults, and even cheaper for children. Adjacent to the theater, the base bowling center is now $1 cheaper per game.
“Reducing MWR prices creates an incentive for our Sailors and their families to use the facilities more,” said Scorby. “The MWR program is a great
value and we’re trying to make it even better, and therefore, taking care of the fleet, fighter, and family. The reduced cost is designed to be a long-term price reduction because we don’t want people to get use to the low prices only to raise it back up.”
With an increased total of 21 free group fitness classes each week, it’s hard for anyone to not take advantage of the new benefits. The reduced cost for MWR program isn’t Navy-wide – only NAS Sigonella and other installations in the CNREURAFSWA area of responsibility are benefactors of the recent changes.
“MWR programs are an important benefit to our community's overall quality-of-life in an overseas environment,” said Paul Lopez, Sigonella’s
MWR director. “By reducing prices to certain MWR programs, we hope that it encourages Sailors and their families to take advantage of these programs to the fullest extent possible.”
Although junior Sailors are said to be the main target, MWR benefits can be enjoyed by anyone who may have wanted to travel, but were limited by their personal budgets. Many of these service members and their families now have the means thanks to lowered prices for MWR’s Information, Tickets & Travel (ITT) and outdoor day trips.
“I’ve been to a few ITT trips since I arrived in November 2014, and it really helps me get around the island, see the culture, eat exotic meals,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Chad Cruse. “I’m taking advantage of this new low price. I’ve already signed up for a trip this Saturday to the Roman Villas & Aidone Museum with wine tasting at Gigliotto Agriturismo and I’m excited!”
NAS SIGONELLA
NASSIG’s MWR lowers prices for ‘fleet, fighter, family’
Working together!
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Vol. 32 No. 11
Base 2 Base Run:
See the action!
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GNC coming to Sig!Check out other changes 'in-store!
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March 20, 2015
By mc3 Ramon GoNAS Sigonella Public Affairs Staff
‘Leprechauns’ run wild during Base 2 Base
"Leprechauns" ET1 Bobbie Williams, left, and MA1 Brian Teart click their heels with joy during the MWR Base 2 Base run, March 14. See more photos from the run on Pages 8-9. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)
Listing of MWR price reductionsMovie Theater
Before NowRegular movie: Adult (12+) $4 $3 Children (6-11) $2.50 $2 Children (5 & Under) Free Free
3D Movie: Adult (12+) $6 $4 Children (6-11) $3.50 $3 Children (5 & Under) Free Free
Bowling Center Single Game: Adult (12+) $3.50 $2.50 Children (11 & Under) $2.50 $1.50
ITT Cultural Immersion Tours 10% off all cultural immersion tours
Group Exercise ClassesAll group exercise classes are now free. Current offering is 21 classes per week.
Splashers PoolRecreational swim - FREE
For more info go to sigmwr.com
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There are two ways to submit feed back to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis:
Visit The Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) home page on a One-Net computer at: http://ice.disa.mil, All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu. Also, visit NAS Sigonella's website www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, go to the "About" drop down menu and click on " CO Suggestion Box".
The Signature will anonymously publish comments and responses for the benefit of the Sigonella community. If you are submitting a "BZ", we ask that you provide your name in order for us to properly recognize employee. Please make sure your comments and suggestions are constructive. In other words, "BE NICE ON ICE."
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Our NAS Sigonella family is truly a remarkable community. Your commitment to U.S. and allied security is recognized far beyond the U.S. and Italian defense establishments. What you make look routine is anything but. Daily, you surmount tremendous obstacles and go the extra distance to attend to the smallest but important details. Your tireless efforts and genuine devotion to a higher calling are inspiring. Our water is healthy; our facilities’ continue to improve in functionality and energy-efficiency; our lands are cleaner and safer; and our support of security missions unhindered. At the same time, you are committed to strengthening U.S. - Italian relations on and off installation. Those who are not Sig’ Citizens might assume these gains are primarily the result of our determined and remarkable uniformed members, but in our family, we recognize that our Italian and American civilian employees are the persistent and competent presence and are decisive. Civilian employees at NAS Sigonella are truly indispensable, but oddly ours have not been properly recognized for their exceptional performance for far too long. That all changes now! Late last year, my staff and I resolved to remedy this failing. Our consensus was to honor the fine efforts of our civilians just as we naturally do for our military.
Thanks to the tremendous contributions made by our Human Resources department and many staff members, in January we codified a new base instruction to annually recognize NAS Sigonella’s Junior and Senior Civilian Employees of the Year. The process culls nominations from across NASSIG departments and candidates are voted upon by NAS Sigonella department heads (the caveat being department heads may not vote for their own nominee). Determining the finest employee out of a crop of highly-talented professionals proved to be no small task, and is why I want share each candidate’s highlights. All will be recognized, Employees of the Year and 1st Runners Up will additionally receive time off awards. Thank you to all who made NAS Sigonella the Navy’s finest installation in 2014.
2014 Junior Civilian Employee of the Year: (Honorable Mentions are listed in alphabetical order by their last name)
Francesco Ferracane – As the Fire Department’s station equipment driver and operator, Francesco served as mentor and motivator to all NASSIG firefighters, taking his personal time to pass along his extensive professional knowledge. First to arrive to a work event and the last to leave, Franceso’s commitment to his responsibilities, our community, and his peers are examples of why he is a true team player and leader.
Jessica Poole – Throughout 2014, Jessica served those in need of base Family Advocacy Program assistance with “care and confidentiality,” leading to recognition by State Department officials impressed by her stellar contributions during crisis response efforts. As an administrative assistant with the Fleet and Family Support Center, Jessica was nominated for the Junior Civilian Employee of the Year for being exceptionally effective in helping across all of FFSC’s many areas of service.
Captain Ignazio Ponte – Ignazio is a seasoned firefighting veteran. As lead firefighter, Ignazio was not only completely invested in his NASSIG duties, he spent countless hours liaising with the Italian National Fire Service (Vigili
Del Fuoco), resulting in a two-week cross training and certification course for more than 50 Catania firefighters, and without a single incident – a display of teamwork noted by an official letter from the Catania Fire Chief to our station chief.
Santo Vitrano – With over 25 years of experience in the fire service at NAS Sigonella, Santo, the installation’s lead firefighter, was an example of professionalism once again in 2014. Whether overseeing numerous manning and training requirements, or spending countless hours dedicated to the critical maintenance required to keep our 2014 Regional Medium Fire Department of the Year on top of its game, Santo executed all phases of his responsibilities with vigor, excellence and efficiency.
1st Runner Up, Alfio Laudini – Described by his supervisor as a “problem solver, not a problem starter,” Alfio is the type of person we are all grateful to have on Team Sig’. Serving as an MWR electrician, in 2014 his energy-saving ideas were implemented not only by MWR but liberally across the base. In one instance Alfio recommended the replacement of 50-watt bulbs with 4-watt LED illumination. In just one NAVFAC facility open 70 hours per week and using 123 lights, this initiative contributed huge savings last year and will save the base plenty in years to come. Most people recognize Alfio as the MWR “energizer bunny,” behind every event and he just keeps going and going!
Winner, 2014 Junior Civilian Employee of the Year: Jerry Richardson – Primarily working behind-the-
scenes, Jerry Richardson’s stellar 2014 performance as NAS Sigonella’s protocol officer punctuated the high respect our base and community earned by the dozens and dozens of 2014 distinguished visitors. In a job requiring flawless planning and coordination, spur-of-the-moment flexibility, and little room for error, Jerry time and again surpasses expectations. From organizing All Hands Calls, dinners, hotel arrangements, and doing his utmost to satisfy our special guests’ requirements, including the Secretary of the Navy, the Counselor General, or the Commandant of the Marine Corps, Jerry’s execution was stellar and earned him selection as NAS Sigonella’s 2014 Junior Civilian Employee of the Year!
2014 Senior Civilian Employee of the Year: (Honorable Mentions)
Ralph Jackson – Though Ralph Jackson is our Unaccompanied Housing Director, for five months he superbly juggled those duties while also serving as Interim Housing Director. Highlighting Ralph’s hard work and devotion to junior service members were the launching of the roommate matching program, numerous small-but-meaningful living improvements, as well as the successful relocation of several Building 170 residents facilitating the much needed renovation project.
Cinzia Spampinato – Responsible for providing education and training programs to military members and their families across all Sigonella, Fleet and Family Service Center’s (FFSC) Cinzia Spampinato was crucial to countless customers last year. In 2014 she successfully managed and marketed program strategies for the Transition GPS conversion; initiated the reorganization of the lending locker program; and expertly realigned relocation programing
and workload distribution after FFSC lost its permanent relocation specialist.
1st Runner Up, Alberto Lunetta – NAS Sigonella’s community relations guru is absolutely vital in our community efforts directed at U.S.-Italian relations. In 2014 he set an installation record by coordinating and executing 162 community relation projects between the NAS Sigonella community and surrounding Italian communities. Additionally, Alberto provided critical political analysis to base and Embassy leaders on important Italian issues impacting our Sigonella presence.
Winner, 2014 Senior Civilian Employee of the Year: Patrick Bolton – Ensuring the safety of human beings
is an immense responsibility anywhere. Last year, Patrick Bolton, NAS Sigonella’s Safety and Occupational Health Manager, met and greatly exceeded this mandate. Patrick oversaw the following: successful implementation of NASSIG’s 2014 Annual Safety Self Assessment; program coordination and subsequent follow-through of hearing and sight conservation, HAZMAT, respiratory safety, tag out procedures, community stand downs, and several programs I don’t have the space to list. During the year he noted a deficiency in ESAMS fluency, and then persuaded the Region coordinator to provide the training in both English and Italian. Because of his tremendous capacity in his field, he was also hand-chosen by me to serve as the installation explosives safety officer (ESO), a position demanding him to accomplish tremendous additional training. In this capacity, Patrick oversaw a munitions cross-deck evolution in August Bay that consisted of over $230 million ordnance transferred safely between two DDGs. Extremely talented in his regular duties as well as those thrust upon him, I’d like to offer my heartfelt congratulations to Patrick on his selection as the 2014 Senior Civilian Employee of the Year!
In closing, 2014 was a banner year for NAS Sigonella; a year in which our high standards grew higher because of these and all of our exceptionally committed Italian and American civilian employees. Please accept my heartfelt thanks for all you do!
Commanding Officer Capt. Chris DennisDirect Line
Comment regarding "Fixing Road Conditions in Triangle":Can something be done to improve off-base roads? We have popped two tires in the seven months we’ve been here. Driving from Marinai to the base recently, I have had a hard time avoiding rain-filled potholes and passing vehicles have splashed water on my windshield, temporarily blinding me. Driving in the Triangle is unsafe.
Response:Your last comment is my first thought most days; driving here can truly be unsafe and right now the persistent rain makes it even more dangerous. The first line of defense for each of us is to drive cautiously, appropriate to the conditions, and never distracted. I am very sorry to hear about your tires. We are working with local authorities to express our community concerns with the condition of 192-106-105 (the Triangle). Recently, following our urging, Italian authorities did do modest patching in the Triangle, but these are neither complete nor permanent. Significant improvements, though, requires substantial Italian will, funding, and coordination. In FY17 our Public Works team, in coordination with Italian provincial road authorities expects to replace the
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"ICE" continued from Page 230-year water pipeline that runs from the beginning of the SS-192/SP-106 Intersection all the way to NAS 2. An intended collateral benefit while the water line is exhumed and replaced will be road improvements. We are bringing visibility and planning longer-term projects where we have any financial jurisdiction, but we ultimately do not control the final outcome off base. Until any significant improvements occur, I ask each Sig’ Citizen to drive defensively, put yours and our Health and Welfare above aggressive or impatient driving impulses, and please report aggressive/unsafe drivers to my Security Duty Chief at 624-6063. You may also contact my Security Officer, Lt. Cranston, at 624-6392, or email him at: [email protected]. If you have other comments, questions or suggestions concerning road maintenance, or other related topics, please contact our Deputy Public Works Officer, Jonpaul Thomasseau, at 624-2905, or by e-mail at: [email protected].
Comment regarding "Leading by Example":It is hard to look up to authority figures when they don’t uphold rules. Recently, I spotted service members in a marked government vehicle texting while driving in Marinai! This is very dangerous, especially so in Marinai with all our ‘free range children.’
Response:I couldn't agree with you more and assure you safe driving is a top concern of mine. Similarly, as leaders one and all, we must set the proper example each and every day. It is illegal to text while driving in Italy and violators are subject to heavy fines. Your note is a reminder to all of us to not push safe driving boundaries. In the meantime, I ask all community members to report the license number, time and location of any vehicle in violation of this or other traffic safety rules. Make your reports to my Security Duty Chief at 624-6063. You may also contact my Security Officer, Lt. Cranston, at 624-6392, or email him at: [email protected]. Again, I thank you for your commitment to the Health and Welfare of every Sig’ Citizen.
Comment regarding "Illegally-Parked Fire Department Vehicles":The Fire Department is parking in restricted areas. I understand emergencies may dictate different parking protocols, but it appears many times the Fire Department simply does not want to walk distances the rest of us walk. Can you please address this?
Response:Thank you for sharing your observation. Our Fire Department vehicles, including the command car, must be positioned to respond to base emergencies within the seven minutes of a dispatch. Fire Department personnel stand 24-hour watches and there are times during these watches when they are engaged in training, administrative or other responsibilities/necessities that require the manner of parking you’ve mentioned.As an aside, please join me in congratulating our NASSIG Fire Department for recently being recognized as the 2014 Regional Medium Fire Department of the Year! For other comments or questions pertaining to the Fire Department, please contact Fire Chief John Smithgall at 624-5191, or e-mail him at: [email protected]. Thanks again!
Comment regarding "BZ to Mr. Alfio Coco":I wish to express my satisfaction with the Medical Service Accounting Office's Mr. Alfio Coco. On EVERY interaction my needs have been exceeded. Mr. Coco's professionalism and willingness to help are unmatched anywhere. Mr. Coco always manages to genuinely care for his customers. I am very grateful and our community is lucky to have Mr. Alfio Coco.Sincerely, Chris Anest
Response:Dear Chris, it’s awesome to hear that Mr. Coco is a master of CO Customer Service. We’ve passed your BZ to hospital leadership as well. We are all grateful for the positive feedback and even more grateful to Mr. Coco. Thanks again for the wonderful feedback!
Comment regarding "MVRO Customer Service":Recently I went to MVRO to re-register my secondary vehicle and my experience was outstanding. My customer service agent, Michela, was extremely pleasant and engaged. The entire interaction was exceptional start to finish. Contrary to what I have heard before, my MVRO experience left me very impressed! Thank you very much, Michela! Sincerely, Rob
Response:Dear Rob, thank you for sharing your awesome MVRO experience. And an even bigger thank you to Michela! It’s great seeing CO Customer Service spreading!
Comment regarding "NAS 1 Skate Park Closure":I'd like to know why the NAS 1 skate park is not currently open for use. I spoke with one of the maintenance personnel who said it would open once a minor repair is finished. It has been nearly two months and it is still closed. Is there any other reason for this?
Response:Thank you for your feedback. You are correct, the skate park was closed and I apologize for the inconvenience and delay. The repair required special-order screws. They were finally received and now the maintenance has been completed. The skate park is open to our community once again! If you have any additional comments or suggestions concerning our outdoor or indoor recreation facilities, please contact the MWR Athletic Director, John Lenz, at 624-0504 or [email protected].
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GNC, other changes ‘in-store’ for NEXBy mc2 Donavan PaTUBoNAS Sigonella Public Affairs Staff
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – If you've been to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella's Navy Exchange (NEX) lately, it's likely that you've noticed some changes. While whole departments seem to have disappeared without a trace, don't give up on your dream of being the proud owner of a brand new toaster just yet. Items such as blenders, bed linens, and steak knives aren't gone forever; they've just been temporarily moved. The relocation of these products are all part of preparations for the upcoming NEX renovation expected to be complete by year’s end.
"The [NEX] stores here have been open for 10 years and we're not completely up to date with the Navy Exchange standards," said Julie Herring, NEX general manager. "We need to make sure we update the inside and get us to where the rest of the Navy Exchanges are."
While the large-scale renovation continues, small appliances, housewares, and domestics have all been moved to the NEX Depot on NAS 2 where they will remain until the main store makeover is complete. This will allow space for merchandise to be moved around while different parts of the store are overhauled.
"For example, if we're working on the men's department, trying to redo the carpet and take down the slat wall, we will take all the merchandise
from the men's department and we'll move it in to that open space," said Herring. "We'll keep it there until we've completed that department. Then we'll move it back and move on to the next section."
While most of these moves are temporary, others will be permanent. Expect customer service to be moved to the front of the store as alcohol products are moved to the back. The renovation will also
accommodate an exciting addition sure to make our fitness fanatics here pumped.
"We're adding a GNC," said Herring. "The final approval is done so the GNC is coming."
The renovation is sure to make things a little inconvenient for shoppers, but Herring stressed that customer service is always their top priority.
"The one thing I would ask is
that if you can't find something, ask an associate, a duty manager, or myself " she said. "We will help make your shopping experience the same as it always has been, if not better."
Herring hopes all NEX pa-trons will remember that while the upgrades may be messy, inconven-ient, and at times, frustrating, the end goal is to provide a sustained enhanced shopping experience ulti-mately worth the trouble.
Navy Exchange employees Concetto Rigaglia, left, and Alfredo Sapia, prepare merchandise to be moved from the Navy Exchange main store to the NEX Depot, March 16. The small appliances, housewares, and domestics departments are being moved to the Depot in preparation of the upcoming remodel of the main store. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Donavan K. Patubo/Released)
NAS Sigonella hosts Joint Military Commission
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Last week, NAS Sigonella hosted the 34th meeting of the Joint Military Commission (JMC) – a two-day forum between senior Italian and U.S. military representatives to discuss issues related to the permanent and temporary basing of U.S. forces within Italy.
The JMC is a formal meeting between the two nations, and serves as a vivid reminder of the U.S.’ strong bilateral relationship with Italy – one of our strongest NATO allies. The gathering was chaired by general officers from the Italian Defense General Staff and U.S. European Command, respectively. Representatives from Navy Region EURAFSWA, U.S. Air Forces Europe, Aviano Air Force Base, Vicenza Army Garrison, NSA Naples, and the U.S. Sending State Office rounded out the participants on the U.S. side.
Our military presence in Italy is based on bilateral treaties. U.S. forces are stationed throughout Europe as a result of the NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) signed in 1953. The NATO SOFA, however, is just one of several international agreements governing Americans assigned to NAS Sigonella. Many aspects of our daily life overseas stem from these agreements – from the benefit of tax-free products and fuel coupons to the exact number of Americans authorized to be stationed here – are the result of negotiations carried out via the JMC and other similar diplomatic meetings. While our forces work closely with Italian counterparts on a daily basis, occasionally it is important to bring senior military leaders together in order to resolve challenges, set agendas, and reaffirm shared responsibilities. The JMC does just that.
While the JMC is held at least semi-annually and hosting responsibilities rotate between the U.S. and Italy, it had been many years since Sigonella hosted the JMC. “The previous JMC was hosted November 2014 by Italy in Rome,” said Capt. Christopher Dennis, NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer ”This JMC was hosted by
NASSIG on behalf of the United States. It was our privilege to host this important event, and to demonstrate with our hospitality the U.S. commitment to our very important friend and ally, Italy.”
Staging an event of this scale presented unique obstacles for the NASSIG staff. Coordinating the schedules of five flag officers and converting the Compass Room into a venue fit for a strategic diplomatic meeting were just two of the issues facing NASSIG Protocol Officer Jerry Richardson. “Logistically, the JMC was the largest event to date I’ve had to plan. Richardson said. “It was very challenging coordinating all the movements. The coordination made me feel like an air traffic controller except I didn't have a computer screen to watch.“
The JMC also presented an opportunity to show off Sigonella Air Base to delegates from throughout Italy. Participants were treated to a tour of the airfield, a mission brief from USAF Global Hawk, a traditional Sicilian dinner; some even made the trek to visit NRTF Niscemi. The March 10-11 event showcased outstanding cooperation between the NASSIG community and our Italian Air Force hosts, highlighting the joint nature of Sigonella’s operational status.
Overall, the 34th JMC was a resounding success and continued to forge strategic bonds between the U.S. and Italy, with both sides expressing appreciation for the partnership and shared commitment to fight regional threats. For the few lucky observers, it also provided an exclusive look at the inner workings of our bilateral ties and negotiations for current and future force laydowns.
Dennis said it was an extra special honor to show American and Italian colleagues from across Italy as well as U.S. European Command what makes Sigonella such an exceptional community.
“Our NASSIG Citizens, together with Col. Sicuso and Sigonella Air Base's staff, made it clear that when it comes to a base's devotion to cooperation, collaboration, and strong US-Italian relations in the name of operational effectiveness - Sigonella truly sets the standard.”
(Official U.S. Navy file photo.)
By LcDR aaRon RIGGIoNavy Region Legal Service Office Sigonella
NAS Sigonella hosted the 34th meeting of the Joint Military Commission (JMC) on March 10-11. The JMC is a forum between senior Italian and U.S. military representatives to discuss issues related to the permanent and temporary basing of U.S. forces within Italy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ramon Go)
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Ramacca to celebrate 'Sagra del Carciofo'
Sigonella artichoke-lovers will be happy to hear that the annual “Sagra del Carciofo (artichoke festival) in Ramacca will return offering events, food and entertainment as well as good live music, folklore parades and tours of local archeological sites. (Photo http://www.globusmagazine.it)
RAMACCA, Sicily - It’s again carciofi time! Tons of Violetto di and Ramacca artichokes will be the highlight of these annual mouthwatering festivals which celebrate two among the largest artichoke - producing towns in Italy.
The “Sagra del Carciofo” (Artichoke Festival) will be held March 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29 in Ramacca.
The Italian word for artichoke “carciofo” comes from the Arabic al’ quarshuf.” It is a thistle like plant that originated in the Mediterranean region over 2000 years ago. Ancient Greeks and Romans loved artichokes. Roman writer Pliny wrote that artichokes were delicacies which were enjoyed only by the upper classes. An artichoke recipe appears in the writings of Roman chef Apicius showing that those vegetables were very popular in ancient times.
During the Middle Ages, Saracens cultivated artichokes in Sicily, South of Spain, and North Africa. Historic chronicles tell that, in the 16th century, noble woman Catherine de Medici brought with her chefs and artichokes to the French court, when she moved there after marrying King Henry II of France. In 1806, artichokes were brought to the United States by French immigrants who settled in Louisiana.
Artichokes are very healthy and delicious. Scientists maintain that this vegetable can lower blood cholesterol, promotes bile secretion, helps diuresis and prevents liver problems.
Anyone who enjoys eating artichokes should also visit Ramacca’s Sagra del Carciofo. This year, it will be marking the 25th edition, it will run on the following days: March 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29. The artichoke industry is an important part of the culture and the economy of Ramacca, making it the main source of employment.
Ramacca’s economy is mainly rural. Farmers grow oranges, olives, cereals, legumes and vineyards, but artichoke is the ‘king’ of their blooming agricultural economy.
Two main varieties: Violetto Ramacchese and the larger sized Teramo are indeed wide-ly cultivated in the area. Ramacca also boasts the nickname of “Bread Capital” for its
mouthwatering pane (bread) which is still baked the old way using stone ovens fueled by wood.
This year’s festival kicks off this evening at 5 p.m. with a flag throwers and music show in the historic center. Artichoke specialties ‘tasting will be held at 7 p.m. and at noon / 7 p.m. on March 21. A bread-making demonstration will be performed on March 21 at 4 p.m.
On March 22, a vintage motorcycle parade will be held at 10:30 a.m. Sicilian carts parades will be held at
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus announced that the future Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer (DDG 119) will be named USS Delbert D. Black after the first master chief petty officer of the Navy (MCPON) at a ship naming ceremony held at the Navy Memorial in Washington March 13.
The ceremony was attended by numerous distinguished visitors, to include MCPON Black's surviving widow, Mrs. Ima Black, as well as the current MCPON, Mike Stevens.
As Stevens introduced SECNAV to the audience, he hinted at the name of the future ship about to be revealed to the public.
"I think it's safe for me to say that the ship that's about to be named will always be manned at 100 percent in the Chief 's Mess," said Stevens. They won't have trouble keeping chiefs on it, but I know they will have trouble getting chiefs to transfer off it."
After his introduction, SECNAV explained that the role of the office of the MCPON is to act as an advisor to the chief of naval operations and to represent Sailors and their families.
"The MCPON doesn't just care for our Sailors and Marines though," said Mabus. Through partnerships with our spouse organizations, he also is the voice for the hundreds of thousands of family members. For them as well, he is an educator, a spokesperson, an advocate."
Mabus went on to say that in 1967, Master Chief Gunner's Mate Delbert Black was selected to be the senior enlisted advisor of the Navy, a title later changed to master chief petty officer of the Navy. Mabus explained the significance of naming a ship after an individual, and why MCPON Black was chosen for this honor.
"In the Navy, per traditional ship-naming convention, our destroyers are named after naval heroes," said Mabus. A list of his tough duty assignments may give us a small glimpse of the service Master Chief Black gave to this country, but it doesn't
even begin to cover the numerous lives he touched or personal sacrifices he made for his Sailors and our Navy. He is a true hero."
Mrs. Ima Black, a WWII veteran of the Navy's Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES) was greeted with applause as she addressed the audience and spoke about what the ceremony meant to her.
"Good morning Shipmates," she began. It's a beautiful day. A beautiful day to name a ship the USS Delbert D. Black. So let me tell you a little something about this wonderful Sailor that I was married to for fifty years. As has been said, he was a gunner's mate, so that meant that he spent a lot of time at sea. He loved the sea. I often wanted to ask him, who do you love more - me or the sea?"
She explained that upon taking the office of the MCPON, her husband started from scratch, with no real formal direction, and laid the foundation of what that office has become today.
"At the end of four years, the office was up and running and we were ready to retire," said Ima. We retired in 1971, and soon we heard that there would be a ship named the USS Delbert D. Black. In my heart I knew that one day this would happen, I just didn't know it would take so long. Thank you Mr. Secretary. And Mr. Secretary, when you go to Pascagoula, would you tell the shipbuilders to please hurry up, I'm running out of time!"
Born July 22, 1922, in Orr, Oklahoma, Delbert D. Black graduated from high school in 1940 and enlisted in the Navy on March 14, 1941. Upon completion of recruit training in San Diego, California, he was assigned to USS Maryland (BB 46) and was aboard in Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. Surviving the attack, Black's career went on to span thirty years, culminating in his selection as the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy on Jan. 13, 1967.
For more information on MCPON's activities, visit https://www.facebook.com/13MCPON, www.twitter.com/mcpon13 and www.navy.mil/local/mcpon/.
SECNAV announces ship to be named after first MCPON, Delbert D. Black By mc1 STUaRT B. PHILLIPSOffice of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy
ATLANTIC OCEAN (NNS) -- The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group (TRCSG) entered 6th Fleet in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe March 16.
The TRCSG consists of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 2 staff, the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), the guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), and the guided-missile destroyers USS Farragut (DDG 99), USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) and USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81).
"Operating in 6th Fleet is a great opportunity for us to work with our partners to build our capability and capacity to ensure a safe, secure and prosperous Europe," said Rear Adm. Andrew Lewis, commander, Carrier Strike Group 12. "No one nation can confront global threats alone, but by working together, we can promote freedom and security around the globe."
The strike group's various ships will work with allied and partner nations throughout Europe in order to continue building existing partnerships and improve war-fighting capability and interoperability. Ships will also visit various ports while in 6th Fleet.
The five ships and nine aircraft squadrons of TRCSG consist of approximately 6,000 Sailors and Marines who have spent the last year conducting intensive training and certification exercises to establish a safe, cohesive organization capable of performing a wide variety of missions across the globe, ranging from counter-piracy and ground support operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.
Working with allied and partner maritime forces, TRCSG units will focus heavily on maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts which help establish conditions for regional stability.
Theodore Roosevelt, the strike group's flagship, departed from Norfolk to conduct an around-the-world deployment, which will end with her shift in homeport to San Diego. TR's change in homeport is part of a three carrier shift involving USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and USS George Washington (CVN 73).
Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group enters U.S. 6th FleetFrom USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Public Affairs
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Accreditation Survey
The Joint Commission and the U.S. Navy Medical Inspector General will conduct a joint accreditation survey of U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, and its Naval Branch Health Clinics, from April 14 - 17, 2015.
Patients and staff members may contact a Joint Commission surveyor during this survey and request a public information interview. The Joint Commission surveyors will be located in the Staff Education and Training Department (Bldg. 310) and can be contacted by calling 624-4576, Ext. 4.
Concerns may also be brought to the attention of the U.S. Navy Medical Inspector General by calling (312) 295-9009 or by E-Mail at: [email protected] DATE: 20 March 2015
205 housing complex customers: The Base Communications Office will discontinue (Telephone/ADSL/IPTV) services to the 205 housing complex by March 31. The BCO is no longer permitted to be a fee for service entity and must be in compliance with audit readiness. You are welcome to coordinate your off base communication services with the NASSIG Base Housing department.
The Sigonella Active Duty Fund Drive would like you to join them for a Golf Tournament at I Monasteri Golf Course on March 27!Yo may register with AMC(AW) Hampton at [email protected] or call 3428184784 / 624-5213. Last day to register is NLT noon on Wednesday, March 26.THE NAVY MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY ACTIVE DUTY FUND DRIVE IS A NON-FEDERAL ENTITY. IT IS NOT A PART OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS AND IT HAS NO GOVERNMENT STATUS.
U.S. European Command Customs Public Affairs Office has released a notice informing residents who are thinking of sending Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs stateside this Easter should be aware of the U.S. Customs regulation banning these eggs from import to the U.S.
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NASSIG Worship ServicesROMAN CATHOLIC• Sunday - 9 a.m. Catholic Mass at NAS 1 Chapel• TuESday, WEdnESday & FRIday 11:30 a.m. - Catholic Mass at NAS 2 ChapelSacraments of Reconciliation / Penance precedeeach Mass• FRIday - 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass at NAS 1 Chapel
LATTER-DAY SAINTS • Sunday - 1:30 p.m. at NAS 1 ChapelContact: [email protected] or 624-9049
JEWISH SHABBAT LAY SERVICE• FRIday - 5:30 p.m. at NAS 1 Chapel
NIGHT STUDY• MOnday - AA Meetings - 5:30 p.m., seconddeck at NAS 1 Chapel; ThuRSday - 7 p.m. at NAS 2 Chapel• TuESday - Italian Class - 7 p.m. at Classroom at NAS 1 Chapel • TuESday - Glee Club - 12 p.m. at NAS 1 Chapel • TuESday - Awana Club - 4:45 p.m at NAS 1 Chapel
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE 2015
JewishPassover Seder (April 3 & 4 at 6 p.m. NAS 2 Chapel) This is not limited to the Jewish community, but is open to all people of faith who share the common Passover tradition. If you plan to attend, please contact the Religious Minis-tries Department at 624-3975 for reservations purposes in preparing for the meal.
Roman Catholic Holy Thursday Mass (April 2 at 6 p.m. NAS 1 Chapel)Vigil in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel (April 2 at 7:30 p.m. NAS 1 Chapel)Good Friday Veneration of the Cross (April 3 at 6 p.m. NAS 1 Chapel)Easter Vigil (April 4 at 8:30 p.m. NAS 1 Chapel)Easter Sunday Mass (April 5 at 9 a.m. NAS 1 Chapel)
ProtestantGood Friday Service (April 3 at 11 a.m. US Naval Hospital Sigonella Chapel)Contemporary Easter Service (April 4 at 6:30 p.m. NAS 1 Chapel)Sunrise Service (April 5 at 6:30 a.m. outside Marinai Picnic Area) Traditional Easter Service (April 5 at 11 a.m. NAS 1 Chapel)Easter Service (April 5 at 6 p.m. NAS 2 Chapel)
Latter Day SaintsEaster Worship Service (April 5 at 1:30 p.m. NAS 1 Chapel)
Easter CantataEaster Concert (April 5 at 10:30 a.m. NAS 1 Chapel)
Chapel Offices: NAS 1 095-56-3975, NAS2I 095-86-9049, DSN: 624-3975, Chaplain Duty: 335-831-4493 RP Duty: 335-786-1950 NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Naval Air Station Sigonella Chapel
Breakfast: $3.45 Lunch: $5.55 Dinner: $4.85As a reminder to everyone:
Reminder - there are no PTUs allowed at the Galley. Appropriate athletic gear is authorized at the discretion of the Galley staff. Please remember that for sanitation purposes and for the consideration of other customers, if you have been out for PT, been working out at the gym, or have just been engaged in any physical activity where you and or your clothing has become soiled or sweaty you will be asked to turn around.
Friday, March 20Breakfast: Eggs to Order, Oven Fried Bacon, Chicken Tocino on Garlic Fried RiceLunch: Home Made Lasagna, Baked FishSpeed Line: Chef Gigi’s Freshly Made PizzaDinner: Savory Baked Chicken, Fishwich
10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Artichoke specialties’ tasting will be held at noon / 7 p.m.
During the festival there will also be live musical entertainment, arts & crafts, artichoke specialties, special art, photography and food exhibits, tours to the archeological area as well as Sicilian pastries, bread and artichoke tasting events.
Food booths will sell delicious artichoke-based dishes like pasta and rice. Artichokes are grilled, stuffed with Pecorino cheese or mixed in omelets. Cakes and ice cream made with Violetto Ramacchese artichoke are also prepared. The Teramo, the other variety present in the Ramacca area is typically prepared only as salad. Festival-visitors can buy other local products such as cheeses, citrus, and ceramics.
Ramacca, which is located on the edge of the south-western plain of Catania, was founded at the beginning of the eighteenth century. It boasts a territory with a surface area of 30,538 hectares, one of the largest in Sicily. The population is about 10,800 inhabitants.
The history of Ramacca is relatively short. Scholars still debate today about the the origin of the name, which for some is derived from the Arabic meaning “Rammuallah” (land or garden of Allah) or “Ramaq” (observatory) or even “Rammak” (guardian of mares). Other historians believe that the town’s name has a Hebrew derivation i.e. “Ramach” (offshore).
In 1709, the son of the manor of Ramacca, Ottavio Gravina, was granted permission to begin the construction of the town. Besides the cultivation of the fine “violet artichoke” which is famous throughout Italy, wheat has traditionally been the main product. In recent years, some farmers have created new varieties of wheat such as the Margherito. Sheep farming and dairy production are also an important part of the town’s economy.
Ramacca has archeological sites that date back to the Paleolithic. They were first excavated in the 1950s when archeologists found an extraordinary large number of flint tools, animal bones and human burials. The main one, which is called La Montagna (the mountain), is located at the top of Mount Ramacca (559 meters) and houses a necropolis of caves and the remains of an ancient Greek town (8th Century BC) named Erjke. Some of the fragments of pottery and ceramics found in this site are currently on display at the local Archeological Museum.
For more information detailed festival schedules, visit http://www.sagradelcarcio foramacca.it
"RAMACCA" continued from Page 6 Navy announces April SAAPM 2015 theme
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Navy leaders announced March 16 the Department of Defense 2015 Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) theme of "Eliminate Sexual Assault: Know your part. Do your part." The effort will focus on raising awareness and highlighting prevention of sexual violence with an emphasis on bystander intervention.
April is an opportunity to build on existing momentum to eliminate the crime of sexual assault and ensure all service members are committed to creating command climates of professionalism, dignity and respect.
"As we focus on this year's theme of 'Eliminate Sexual Assault: Know your part. Do your part', it's critical that everyone takes time to focus on the areas where they can help, through attention and intervention," said Rear Adm. Rick Snyder, director, 21st Century Sailor Office. "Sailors at every level of leadership are the ones that make this not just a successful month, but a sustained and positive campaign to identify situations that pose a risk for sexual harassment, sexual assault, and other criminal behaviors and have the social courage to safely correct harmful behavior."
In addition to making Sailors aware of SAAPM and this year's theme, commands are encouraged to organize events to highlight the awareness and prevention of sexual assault. Some of the suggested events include hanging ribbons on trees around base, hosting "Meet your SARC and victim advocate" events, organizing skits at the local base theater, and other activities to raise awareness during the month of April. Events can be coordinated with local SAPR professionals to ensure maximum visibility and participation.
"We see Sailors stepping up and helping, and we want to encourage that to continue," said Snyder. "Sexual Assault Awareness and
Prevention Month is a great opportunity for commands to show their support and focus on eliminating sexual assault."
Sailors and commands can find additional information, references and resources at www.sapr.navy.mil. The website contains turn-key information on organizing and executing SAAPM events. The website also includes resources for victims of sexual assault who want to reach out for information and support.
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response is an important effort in the 21st Century Sailor Office which consolidates programs and policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailor personal and family readiness and build resilience, enhancing the asymmetric advantage Sailors bring to the force.
For more information, go to www.Navy.mil/sapr.
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(Above) Lt. Paul Newell, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella public affairs officer, licks whipped cream and chocolate off of his face after Yeoman 2nd Class Gabrielle Milly pied him during the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Active Duty Fund Drive pie-in-the-face fundraiser on NAS 2, March 13. (Below) Yeoman 3rd Class Wesley Magee shoves a pie in the face of Navy Counselor 1st Class Gary Coumbe inside the "Jail-n-Bail" cell on NAS 2. For a donation, people could send a friend or co-worker to "jail" and NAS Sigonella Security would come to their office and arrest them. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ramon Go)
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