USAG HUMPHREYS
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Proudly Serving Camp Humphreys and the Pyeongtaek Communities
Volume 1 Issue 18
By Sandra Hill
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs Volunteer
HOUSING, continues on page 3
What’s Inside Page 2
Military Retiree Apprecia-
tion Day event
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2019 Halloween photos
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2019 ROK Community
College Fair
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Pyeongtaek, Yongsan,
and Seoul Train Hours
On and Off Post Housing at Camp Humphreys
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of
Korea -- A permanent change of station
to Korea is a big move for any military
family. There are many questions that
come to mind when moving to a new
location, with housing being one of the
main concerns. Will we live on or off
post? How large are the homes? Will
we live in a single-family home or an
apartment? Answers to these questions
will vary widely.
"Once all family housing construc-
tion is complete [January 2022], 40 per-
cent of the U.S. Army Garrison Hum-
phreys' command sponsored population
will reside on post, with the remaining
60 percent living off post," said Marcia
Flowers, USAG Humphreys Housing
chief.
At end state, Humphreys will have a
total of fifteen towers, providing 1,110
Currently, there are nine housing towers on post with three to five-bedroom apartments. The units come furnished, to include all appliances, with the excep-
tion of a microwave. There are small personal storage areas, underground parking, playgrounds, as well as outdoor entertainment areas equipped with grills
and covered gazebos. The new housing towers are located within walking distance to schools, shopping, churches, and physical fitness facilities. (U.S. Army
Photo by Pfc. Gabrielle Kirk, USAG Humphreys Visual Information Branch)
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Col. Michael F. Tremblay Command Sgt. Maj. Antonio Lopez Steve Hoover Maria Gallegos Garrison Commander Garrison Command Sergeant Major Public Affairs Director Editor - Chief, Command Information Submit stories, nominations, photos to USAG Humphreys CONNECTIONS to: [email protected] The Connection is an unofficial publication published under the provisions of AR 360-1 for members of the Department of Defense. Contents of the Connections are not necessary the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Department of the Army or the USAG Humphreys. The Connections is a free bi-weekly publication distributed via email every other Friday, except when that day is an American holiday, then the Connections will be published on Thursday. All items are subject to editing for content and to insure they conform with DoD guidelines.
What’s HOT?
During Flightline Tap Room renovations, the Flightline Restaurant is offering delicious lunch specials! A different special every week-
day is the perfect way to get variety into your lunch! For more information, call DSN 754-3101.
The Downtown Lanes Bowling Center has free lunchtime bowling for Soldiers. Enjoy two complimentary games when you purchase
food at the Snack Bar (only for Active Duty Soldiers in uniform). For more information, call DSN 757-2266.
On Nov. 11, from 4 to 6 p.m., an unknown amount of protestors, from the Research Institution for USFK Base Repossession, plans to
hold a demonstration outside of Dongchang-ri Gate. Although no violence is expected, Area III personnel should remain vigilant and
report any suspicious activity immediately to the Installation Law Enforcement Center, at 755-9917/9918 (or 0503-355-9917/9918),
for immediate Military Police response.
USAG Humphreys hosts Military Retiree Appreciation Day
By Sgt. Broderick M. Hennington
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of
Korea—A Military Retiree Appreciation
Day event was held at the Morning
Calm Conference Center, here, Oct. 19.
The event featured current infor-
mation on retirement benefits and
entitlements, legal and banking ser-
vices, health assessments, and availa-
ble resources at Camp Humphreys for
military retirees, and their families.
Free dental exams, oral cancer eval-
uations, flu shots and medical screen-
ings services were also available at the
event.
Deputy Commanding General – Sus-
tainment for Eighth Army, Maj. Gen.
Daniel J. Christian, served as the guest
speaker and spoke on the importance
of retirees in the Humphreys’ area and
keeping them informed.
“There are over one thousand
[military] retirees in the Camp Hum-
phreys area, and we have one of the
largest overseas retirement popula-
tions in the world,” Christian said.
“Individuals who earned the title Sol-
dier became lifelong members of the
Army team. They have gained access
to the vast network of Soldier support
and resources. We want to ensure that
our retirees are aware of these re-
sources and services.”
Retired Army Sgt. 1st Class Joseph
Brinkerhoff said, events like these are
important to remind retirees that
they are not forgotten and there are
groups and services available to sup-
port them after their military service.
While providing up-to-date infor-
mation to the retiree community was
the primary function of the RAD, retir-
ees in attendance were also reminded
they are valued through door prizes
and a free lunch at the event.
The event featured current information on retirement benefits and entitlements, legal, banking, health
assessment service, and available resources at Camp Humphreys for military retirees, and their families
( U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Broderick Hennington, USAG Humphreys Public Affairs)
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homes for Soldiers and their families. This will be benefi-
cial to newcomers in the Humphreys community when
making plans for their upcoming move.
"The towers opening at USAG Humphreys offer service
members and their families a stateside environment,
allowing them to utilize all the amenities the base has to
offer," Flowers said.
Currently, there are nine housing towers on post with
three to five-bedroom apartments. The units come fur-
nished, to include all appliances, with the exception of a
microwave. There are small personal storage areas, un-
derground parking, playgrounds, as well as outdoor en-
tertainment areas equipped with grills and covered gaze-
bos. The new housing towers are located within walking
distance to schools, shopping, churches, and physical
fitness facilities.
"There's a certain level of comfort being on post," said
Candace Godfrey, a current Tower's resident. "We are
able to walk more, drive less, and be close to many of the
activities happening on base."
Off Post Housing
If there are no government housing available on base,
the Garrison Housing Office will provide incoming fami-
lies with a list of registered realtors to assist with the
house hunting and the necessary paperwork needed to
secure a home or an apartment.
There are a number of choices available when looking
for a home in the surrounding communities, including
high-rise apartment buildings, villa style apartments, and
single-family homes. Most homes in the local area are
new construction, with many of them utilizing eco-
friendly materials, in order to keep utility costs to a mini-
mum.
"We were able to rent a home with solar panels, which
has helped us save a tremendous amount of money on
utility costs," said Tamara King, an off post resident.
Once a home or apartment has been secured, the real-
tor will continue to assist families with any questions or
issues they may have. Families are encouraged to work
closely with their realtors to resolve any questions and/or
concerns.
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"We want tenants and realtors/landlords to form rela-
tionships and work together if any issues arise," said Lin-
da Slotosch, USAG Humphreys Housing Services chief.
"However, the Housing Office is happy to assist with
translation and answer questions as well."
Either living on or off post, the Housing Office provides
customer service to all military and civilian personnel
stationed at USAG Humphreys.
"We moved to Korea not knowing what to expect and
the housing office [here] helped make the house hunting
and lease signing a less daunting process," said John Ma-
son, a civil service employee. "We couldn't have been
more pleased with the information we were given. It was
a great way to begin a tour in a new country."
To receive housing availability, incoming accompanied
service members (all ranks) and unaccompanied service
members (E7 and above), will need to attend the in-
processing brief at the Housing Office, located on the
third floor of the Maude Hall (Bldg. 6400). The brief is
offered every day, at 11 a.m., except for the second
Thursday of each month for training. Service members
will need to bring their PCS orders and Pin Point Orders
to the brief.
Housing Office Hours of Operation: Monday -- Friday,
from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., and closed for lunch from 12:30 -
1:30 p.m. The office is closed on the weekends, Federal
holidays, and every second Thursday from 8 a.m. - 1:30
p.m., for training.
For more information or if you have questions, please
call DSN 754-2647 or 050-3354-2647.
Courtesy Photo
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2019 Happy Halloween!
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Credit: Jamie Han and Brad Jeong,
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs Interns