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Volume 5, Issue 33 P UBLISHED F OR T HOSE S ERVING IN THE R EPUBLIC OF K OREA June 8, 2007

The Morning Calm Weekly is


IMCOM-Korea BOSS throws
recognizes and peninsula-wide
bids farewell to
Deputy Director
“Beach Blast” for
Warfighters
nline
Page 2 Page 16 Visit http://ima.korea.army.mil

Army buckles up ACS hosts June Jamboree at Yongsan


to reduce losses See page 10 for story
By Lori Yerdon
U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center and photos
FORT RUCKER, Ala. (May 18, 2007)–
Every year the Army loses Soldiers not
only to combatrelated injuries but also to
vehicle accidents, both on- and off- duty
vehicle accidents.
In effort to reduce these losses, Army
installations across the globe are joining
state and local law enforcement and
highway safety officials in the nationwide
Click It or Ticket campaign.
The goal of the campaign is to raise
awareness of the importance of wearing
seat belts. The campaign begins this
month and concludes on June 3.
This year’s initiative involves an
aggressive seat belt enforcement
mobilization that will crack down on low
seat belt use and in an attempt to reduce
highway fatalities with a new emphasis on
convincing more motorists to buckle up –
day and night.
See Buckle Up,
Up Page 4

IMCOM accepting
applications for
mentoring program
By Mary Tanzer
IMCOM Mentoring Program Manager

U.S. Army Installation Management


Command has announced that
applications for the fiscal 2008
Centralized Mentoring Program will be
accepted through June 11.
IMCOM employees who are GS-11
through GS-13, or equivalents, may
apply to be matched with senior leaders
for a one-year mentoring partnership.
Applications will be accepted from
personnel covered by the National
Security Personnel System whose
positions are equivalent to GS-11
through GS-13 positions.
Mentees complete a one-week
shadow assignment, stretch assign-
ments, eLearning courses and regular
meetings with their mentors. June Jamboree — Children give it all they have in a tug-of-war game during the 21st annual “June Jamboree” held at Yongsan June 1st.
The Mentoring Program is designed The event was sponsored by the Army Community Services (ACS) as a day dedicated to exceptional family members and included bowling,
swimming, bowling, a barbecue as well as other activities. More than 200 Solders and Sailors from United States Forces Korea (USFK) and
See IMCOM Mentor
Mentor, Page 4 Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea (CNFK) donated their time as volunteers to support the event.
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News The Morning Calm Weekly
Bell Sends # 29 - 07
MP Blotter
UPDATE: Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
The following entries were excerpted from the
military police blotters. These entries may be
incomplete and do not imply the guilt or innocence
Service Agreement Reached with LG DACOM
of any person.
This is an update of Bell Sends #12- registered VoIP services that are comparable in price
USAG-RC 07, 16 January 2006 (See USFK Web Site and level of Service found with popular US-based
Larceny of AAFES Property, Subject #1 and Home Page — Bell Sends) regarding providers.
Subject #2 were observed by AAFES Security, via USFK efforts to ensure Servicemembers I appreciate the cooperative and good faith
CCTV, removing three computer games, concealing have access to VoIP services in Korea. efforts of LG DACOM to provide a quality service
them on their person and exiting the PX without Originally, a new VoIP service plan was to to our USFK personnel serving in Korea, while
rendering proper payment. Subject #1 and Subject go into effect on 1 June 07, but AAFES not pursing any efforts to penalize anyone who
#2 were apprehended and transported to the Cp review and signing of the LG DACOM has obtained service from a company not
Casey PMO where they were advised of their legal VoIP service plan contract was delayed. registered in Korea. Together, our goal has been
rights, which they waived, rendering written However, no blocking of VoIP services is to ensure we reach an agreeable solution which
statements admitting to the offense. Subject #1 occurring and LG DACOM will not take conforms to Korean law while not disadvantaging
and Subject #2 were further processed and released any actions to block current users of VoIP Gen. B.B. Bell our Servicemembers.
to their unit. All items were returned to AAFES. services. It remains important for sponsors, the chain of
Investigation continues by MPI. We have obtained a three week extension to the original command, and command information outlets to notify
1 June deadline for newly assigned personnel who desire inbound USFK Servicemembers and their families of this
USAG-Y to use VoIP services to seek VoIP services from Korean change. All inbound personnel who desire the use of VoIP
Aggravated Assault, Subject #1 and Subject registered companies. The increased time will allow AAFES services after 21 June 2007 should contract through the
#2 were involved in a verbal altercation which and LG DACOM to finalize the contract for the previously AAFES sponsored concessionaire or other Korean
turned physical when Subject #1 cut Subject #2’s arranged VoIP service plan announced on 16 January 2007. authorized and registered VoIP companies.
right arm with a knife. Subject #2 was transported The additional time will also extend the “grandfather
by ambulance to 121st CSH ER where Subject #2 clause” for Servicemembers who acquire VoIP services
from no-registered VoIP providers until 21 June. By 21 GEN B.B. Bell
was treated and released for injuries consisting of Commander, UNC/CFC/USFK
a laceration. Subject #1 was transported to the June, your local AAFES concessionaries will be providing
USAG-Y PMO where Subject #1 was administered
a PBT, with a result of 0.035% BAC. Subject #1
was advised of Subject #1’s legal rights, which
Subject #1 waived, rendering a written statement
admitting to the offense. Subject #1 was processed
and released to Subject #1’s unit. Investigation
continues by MPI.

USAG-H
Aggravated Assault, Drunk and Disorderly,
Assault Consummated by a Battery, Subject #1
and Subject #2 were involved in a verbal altercation
when Subject #1 produced a knife, placed Subject
#2 in a choke hold, and cut Subject #2’s left forearm
several times. Subject #3 attempted to break up
the altercation and was stabbed by Subject #1 in
the collar bone area. Subject #1 then fled the scene.
Subject #3 and Subject #2 were transported by
POV to the Cp Humphreys UCC where Subject #3
was treated and released for injuries consisting of
a laceration to Subject #3’s collar bone area. Subject
#1 was apprehended and transported to the Cp
Humphreys PMO. Investigation continues by MPI.

USAG-D IMCOM-Korea bids farewell to Deputy Director — Brig. Gen. Al A. Aycock, IMCOM-Korea Director, left, presents a Meritorious
Civilian Service Award to Mr. Davis D. Tindoll, center, during a June 5 ceremony at Yongsan. Mr. Tindoll was recognized for his meritorious
Larceny of Private Property, Person(s) unknown,
performance while serving as the IMCOM-Korea Region Deputy Director. According to Aycock, Mr. Tindoll’s vision, garrison operations
by means unknown, removed Victim #1’s Ipod expertise, and leadership skills were vital to the success of Army Installations in the Republic of Korea. Mr. Tindoll, who joined IMCOM-
which was unsecured and unattended in RM #103 Korea in January 2005, is departing for Georgia, where he will serve as the Director for IMCOM’s Southeast Region. Also recognized during
of BLDG #582. ECOL is $165.99. Investigation the ceremony was Mr. Tindoll’s wife, Ms. Dolores Tindoll, right, who received the Commander’s Award for Public Service and the Eighth
continues by MPI. United States Army Helping Hand Award for her outstanding contributions to the Soldiers, Civilians and Family Members stationed
throughout Korea.

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USAG-Yongsan
Gate 17 Closes for Renovation
From June 20 to September 30, Gate
17 and visitor center will be closed for
renovation. Closure is to all vehicle
traffic and visitor sign-in traffic. The
pedestrian gate will remain open to
authorized ID card holders throughout
the project. During the closure, the
Gate 20 visitor center will be used for
visitor sign-in.
During the closure, commercial
delivery truck traffic will use Gate 19
for access. Gate 20 is the alternate
commercial delivery truck traffic access
point. Due to the commercial truck
traffic at Gate 19, the Post Shuttle Bus
stop at Gate 19 will be relocated
approximately 100 meters east, to the
corner of X Corps Blvd. and Medical
U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY PFC SUNG WOOK MIN
Ave.
Due to increased volume of traffic Lt. Col. (P) David Ward, U.S. Army Troop Command-Korea Commander leads 400 soldiers from his battalion on a four-
at Gate 20, parking at the visitor center mile run across Yongsan to commemorate his upcoming departure from the unit. Lt. Col. Kevin C. Colyer will
will be reserved for visitor sign-in only. assume command of the 2500-strong unit in a change of command ceremony June 6. Ward, who spent the last two
No other parking allowed! Parking will years in Korea, will be changing stations to Hawaii.
be strictly enforced.

19th MP Battalion SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post Events and Activities


Change of Command Ceremony
The 19th Military Police Battalion (CID) Fallen Heroes Ceremony, June 12 Kang Hyung Gu Art Exhibit
will conduct a Change of Command On the occasion of the 57th anniversary of the Korean War Artist Kang Hyung Gu will be holding an exhibit at Arario Cheonan
Ceremony on Wednesday, June 27 at and of Patriots and Veterans' Month (June), the Military through Aug 19. Veteran artist Kang is noted for his gigantic self-
9:30 a.m. The ceremony will take place Buddhist Association of Korea is holding a Grand Buddhist portraits. His approach to art is best summarized in his own words:
at Lombardo Field. In the event of Mass to cherish the memories of fallen heroes and heroines. “Self-portraits, by and large, are not drawings of the self, they are
inclement weather the ceremony will be The event will be held on June 10 at 10 a.m. in the Seoul War portraits of the self as seen in the faces of others.” Kang’s works
conducted at Collier Field House Memorial Plaza. are distinctive and draws influence from the super- realism
movement of the 70s.
Far East District Compound For this year’s event, prayers will be given for those who
Parking Advisory sacrificed their lives in the Korean War, Vietnam War, West For more information, call (041) 551-5100 or visit
Parking will be restricted at The Far Sea Engagement and the Peace Keeping Operations in www.arariogallery.co.kr.. The gallery is located in Cheonan.
East District Compound on June 15 due Somalia, East Timor, Iraq, Afghanistan, and others.
to organization day. Visitors and Poryung Mud Fesitval, July 2007
employees are strongly encouraged to The event will include a Chundo Ritual such as tea giving, Korea's Poryong Mud Festival, held annually at Taechon Beach,
car pool or use public transportation. wreath laying, temple offerings, a memorial service, moment promises to bring out the mucky child in everyone. Mud has long
Gate 1, across from the National Medical of silence and memorial song. Finally, there will be many been known to be a marvellous treatment for skin and Koreans
Center will be closed to all vehicular Buddhist festivals meals, honor guard demonstration, and know this only too well, so smear yourself in mud and make your
traffic; Gate 2 adjacent to Bangsan band performances. skin shine. Buses direct to Poryong from Seoul's East Terminal
Market will be open for limited vehicle take 3 hours and 20 minutes.
access.For more information contact For more information about the event contact Maj Kim, Hak
FED Public Affairs at 721-7501. Jin at DSN 723-5000. For more information contact the Department of Tourism and
Transportation, Poryong, at poryong@soback.kornet.nm.kr or by
Sexual Assault Hotline Sesame Street Live, through June 10 calling +82 (0) 452 930 3541
The 24-hour Sexual Assault Hotline Sesame Street Live will be playing at the Seongnam Arts
phone number is DSN 158. From off- Center through June 10. Sesame Street has won Grammy and Anseong Juksan Arts Festival, June 9-10
post or cell phone, call 0505-764-5700. Emmy Awards as a TV program and visits Korea as a live Chunhyang is the heroine of a love story between the daughter
Individuals may also call USAG- musical. It first came to Korea in 2003 for performances at of a retired female entertainer and the son of a high government
Yongsan Sexual Assault Response Seoul Arts Center. It revisits Korean for the first time in four official. Their love story is as famous in Korea as that of Romeo
Coordinator Leah Holland at 738-3034 years for an unforgettable performance for children. and Juliet. The event is located in Anseong, Gyeonggi Province,
or 010-8697-4869. Gyeonggi-do
Admission is R-50,000/ S-40,000/ A-30,000/ B -20,000 won.
Yongsan CIF Closure For more information, call (02) 529-3530. For more information call 031-675-0661 or visit the festival’s
The Yongsan Central Issue Facility website at www.chunhyang.org
will be closed through June 13 for Address: 164 Yatap-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si,
inventory. Gyeonggi-do. How to get there: Exit 1, Imae Station, Bundang Source: www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, and www.hotelnet.com
Line and walk 10 min. No endorsement implied.
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Buckle up from Page 1
According to the National Highway thrown from the vehicle and died from
Traffic Safety Administration, regular seat injuries sustained in the accident.
belt use is the single most effective way According to the Office of the Provost
to protect drivers and passengers and Marshal General, traffic fatalities during
reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes. the summer months involve three
In 2005, 77 percent of passenger vehicle distinctive factors; excessive speed, lack
occupants who were buckled up in a of seat belt use, and alcohol/drug use.
serious crash survived it. When worn Since these contributing factors are well
correctly, seat belts have proven to reduce known, most installation provost marshal
the risk of fatal injury to front-seat offices and Directorate of Emergency
passenger car occupants by 45 percent Services Traffic Accident Investigation
(by 60 percent in pickup trucks, sport sections focus on conducting selective
utility vehicles and minivans). enforcement techniques. A few examples
However, some Soldiers don’t perceive include use of unmarked patrol vehicles,
seat belts as a convenience. A Soldier random safety/DUI/DWI checkpoint at
wearing full “battle-rattle” might not fit various locations, and increasing TAI
comfortably into a HMMWV seat, patrols during high-peak traffic times such
especially on a patrol mission. But seat as weekends, rush hour and holidays.
belts have been proven to save lives even Installations also support campaign year-
in combat situations. round with other program and initiatives.
Recently in Afghanistan, while driving Fort Hood, Texas, posts wrecked vehicles
a 5-Ton wrecker with two other Soldiers, adjacent to its gates to deliver a valuable
the driver hit a bump in the road with the seat belt message to the majority of its
vehicle causing it to flip. All three Soldiers motorists; while Fort Stewart, Ga. has
were ejected from the vehicle. None of the posted large billboard-size slogans and
occupants were wearing seat belts, and safety messages along its main roads.
two of the Soldiers died as a result of their For more driving and POV information,
injuries. A separate situation involved a visit the USACRC Web site at https://
Soldier driving at 3:00 a.m. in Texas. After crc.army.mil/DrivingPOV.
losing control of his privately owned For more information on the National
vehicle, it flipped three times. Because he Click It or Ticket campaign visit http://
wasn’t wearing his seat belt, he too was www.nhtsa.dot.gov.

IMCOM Mentor from Page 1


to develop high-potential employees into endorsement from the garrison
well-rounded managers at the middle or commander or manager or the deputy
senior level by preparing them to assume garrison commander. Region applicants
higher levels of responsibility. require an endorsement from region
Headquarters IMCOM centrally funds director or designee. Applicants at
the competitive program. Headquarters IMCOM must obtain their
Senior leader volunteer mentors also supervisor ’s and division chief ’s
are being solicited. A number of IMCOM approval.
senior leaders will be selected as Announcements and application
mentors and matched with selected forms are at http://
mentees. Mentors participating in the w w w. i m c o m . a r m y. m i l / s i t e / h r /
program report gaining from their wfdhcmp.asp.
mentor service. They are motivated to Send applications by mail or e-mail
review their own goals and professional to the IMCOM mentoring program
courses of action as they set the example manager, Mary Tanzer, by June 11.
for their mentees. Contact Tanzer at 703-602-5487 or
Applications require supervisor’s Mary.Tanzer@hqda.army.mil for more
approval, and garrison applicants require information.

OPSEC Officer Courses Offered


Course provides easy access to mandatory training
Two formal courses designed for OPSEC Officers and Coordinators will be held on
Yongsan July 10-13 and at Osan July 17-20. With increasing threats facing the US and
our allies, OPSEC must be at the forefront of all military operations planning and
execution. This course will guide appointed OPSEC officers through all aspects of the
OPSEC process and will provide useful tips and procedures for establishing, maintaining,
and assessing unit-level programs. The course will also provide tools and methods to
administer effective training and awareness campaigns. Per regulation, appointed
OPSEC Officers at the battalion/squadron-levels and higher are required to attend
formal training. The DOD OPSEC Program Manager Course, presented by the Joint
OPSEC Support Center mobile training team, is fully accredited and satisfies training
requirements for all services. If you require this training, or need more information,
contact your service component OPSEC officer or Mr Dan Wilkinson, CFC/USFK
OPSEC at DSN 723-2149 or at OPSEC@Korea.Army.Mil.

Submitting to The Morning Calm Weekly


Send Letters to the Editor, guest commentaries, story submissions and other
items: MorningCalmWeekly@korea.army.mil. For all submitted items include a
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June 8, 2007 Page 5

Golf tourney fosters friendship


By Jim Cunningham After becoming a very successful business man,
USAG-RC Public Affairs he began a construction business and contracted that
USAG-RED CLOUD—Heroes and legends business with the Army.
never die when the hero is lauded by those who Kim also donated many trees and shrubs to CRC.
remember them and those who carry their spirit to A monument to his commitment to the U.S.-R.O.K.
new generations. This was the spirit of the Sixth partnership is located at Hole No. 7. His legacy
Annual Kim Yong Keun Golf Tournament held last was a life of charity.
Saturday at the USAG-RC Golf Course. “It is only fitting that we remember Mr. Kim
“Kim Yong Keun today,” Yang said. “His
has been a great friend spirit and friendship with
of the American Soldier “Kim Yong Keun has been a great the Soldier is legend-
since 1976,” said Yang, friend of the American Soldier since ary.”
Pyong Yong, com- 1976. He was a key member of the The players in the
munity relations officer,
USAG-RC. “He was a
Second to None Support Group. This tournament were
Soldiers, Department of
key member of the event is a tribute to his memory. By Army civilians, polit-
Second to None sharing in this golf tournament, icians, community
Support Group. This Koreans and American Soldiers leaders and business
event is a tribute to his icons.
memory. By sharing in share cultural understanding and Although the tourna-
this golf tournament, friendship.” ment began at 6 a.m., all
Koreans and American players played through
Soldiers share cultural Yang, Pyong Yong before arriving at the
understanding and Community Relations Officer, USAG-RC awards dinner at
friendship.” Mitchell’s Club on
Kim was a man born in North Korea, worked on USAG-RC for a steak dinner and to remember Kim
a farm and lived under communist rule until he was and his legacy of friendship.
JIM CUNNINGHAM 37 years old, said Col. Brian Vines. He decided to Soldiers and Korean citizens have been coming
Kim, Han Ju, son of the late Kim, Yong Kuen and move south to become a free man. He became a together for this celebration for years, Vines said. It
sponsor of the golf tournament in his honor, tees off on contractor and he cleaned buildings for the U.S. strengthens the alliance that was forged in steel since
the first hole June 2 at USAG-Red Cloud Golf Course. Army. the Korean War.

USAG-RC Civilians learn


details of Army ethics
said. “We are here to educate employees to protect and conserve
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs employees so they and the federal property, and not use it for
organizations they lead can serve in other than official purposes.
USAG-RED CLOUD—Civilian accordance with DoD ethics Employees must disclose waste, fraud,
employees received a detailed brief principles.” abuse and corruption to appropriate
about U.S. Army ethics in the USAG- Ethics violations usually occur authorities.
RC Theater May 24. Capt. Dana because the Soldier or Civilian did not “When you see a violation
Hollywood, 2nd Infantry Division Staff know the rules, according to happening, approach the person and try
Judge Advocate, gave the briefing. Hollywood. to solve the problem on the spot,”
“This is something that is mandated “We must safeguard the trust the Hollywood said. “The Army always
by the Secretary of the Army,” public has that we are using our has a preference for resolving
Hollywood said. “All Department of positions and resources for official problems at the lowest possible level.
Defense employees are required to purposes and not for personal gain or If that does not work, then you
have ethics training once a year.” convenience,” Hollywood said. “Our normally have to go up the chain of
The briefing consisted of five main ethics rules come from the Joint Ethics command.”
areas of concern: Use of government Regulation known as the JER and The general rule for the use of
resources only for authorized or official federal statutes concerning fraud, government resources is Army money
purposes, gifts and what definition conflicts of interest, and prohibited for the Army mission. There are three
applies to government employees, the political activities.” types of uses: Official use-
most a subordinate can be asked to Violations of the JER can result in performance of your official duties;
contribute to a gift, endorsing Uniform Code of Military Justice Unofficial but authorized use: Not used
nonfederal entities, and seeking outside action or other criminal, civil, or for official duties but authorized
employment. administrative action. nonetheless, and Unauthorized: Capt. Dana Hollywood, 2nd Infantry Division
“Our purpose today is to provide Ethics violations can undermine Resource cannot be used. Staff Judge Advocate, recites the details
face-to-face ethics training as public confidence in the Army, The rule about government owned of U.S. Army ethics to Civilian employees
mandated by SECARMY,” Hollywood Hollywood said. The JER implores See Ethics
Ethics, Page 6 in the USAG-RC Theater May 24.
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Ethics from Page 5

vehicles is government owned vehicles going to be a prohibited source,” “When the FRG conducts a
USAG-Red Cloud could only be used for official business. Hollywood said. “Whenever a gift is fundraiser, it must be clear that this is
Change of Command “This means you should never use given because the position you have not a unit fundraiser,” Hollywood said.
The USAG-Red Cloud Change of a government vehicle for a personal rather than affection for you as an “They must be clear in all advertising,
Command will be held on the errand, even if it is on the way to your individual, that is a gift given because promoting, and solicitation that it is the
Village Green 10 a.m. June 26, for official business,” Hollywood said. “If of your official position. FRG, and not the unit or directorate
more information call: 732-8854. you are TDY, you may use a conducting the event.”
government vehicle for official General guidance for gifts
USAG-Casey between employees is: Informal funds are covered by
business only, excursions to
Town Hall Meeting
entertainment attractions are not 1) Employees shall not use public AR 600-20 in the Army Command
USAG-Casey Town Hall Meeting
authorized.” office for private gain. Policy. The rules are:
will be held June 29 at 2 p.m. in the
Personal use of photocopiers is not 2) Employees shall endeavor to 1) There must be one custodian of
Hanson Gym. For more information
authorized, but it is subject to a avoid any actions creating the the fund, accountable to his or her
call: 730-1412.
common sense test appearance that they are violating the supervisor
“Reasonable, limited use of copiers law or ethical standards. 2) Contributions must be voluntary
Camp Casey AAFES Bazaar
The Camp Casey AAFES Bazaar may fall into the category of unofficial “The rule is gifts can go down, but and an employee cannot be asked to
will be held June 15-16 from 10 use but authorized,” Hollywood said. not up,” Hollywood said. “This means contribute more than $10.
a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Camp Casey “The test is whether the use is that you can’t accept gifts from “The old limit was $1,000,” said
PX parking lot. For more reasonable and limited and it doesn’t subordinates and employees receiving Hollywood. “Currently there is no
information call: 732-6263. detract from your work.” less pay than you.” limit on how much the fund can
The use of government telephones contain. An informal fund must have
2007 Mt. Samgak falls into the same category as The exceptions to this rule are: a purpose, and the funds must be used
International Cultural Festival photocopiers; a few brief local calls a 1) Gifts under $10 on traditional gift toward that purpose.”
The 2007 Mt. Samgak International day are OK; lengthy, long-distance giving occasions are allowed. When flying as part of your job,
Cultural Festival will be held June calls are not. 2) Special infrequent occasions DoD employees always have to fly
23-24 at the Best Western Green “Most uses of the internet will fall such as when a commander is leaving, coach unless otherwise authorized,
Park Hotel (near Bang-hak into the Unofficial but Authorized but the gift may not exceed $300 per only the Secretary of the Army can
Subway Station-line 1). For more category,” Hollywood said. “This is group and you can only ask for up to approve first class travel.
information call 732-9053. generally premised on a morale $10 in voluntary contributions. “A Soldier cannot travel first class
rationale, there are, of course, those “DoD employees can never or business class in uniform, even if
USAG-Red Cloud unofficial uses; you can never use a endorse a private organization,” he received a free upgrade,”
Starbuck’s Opening government computer to run a Hollywood said. “One reason we Hollywood said. “DoD Civilians
The first AAFES direct operated personal business, access pornographic cannot do that is the JER says cannot accept upgrades if given
Mainstreet X-presso - Starbuck’s or racist websites.” specifically we cannot endorse private because of your official position.”
in the Pacific will open on Camp There are specific rules about giving organizations. Another is, whatever
Red Cloud today at 10 a.m. in the treatment you give to one private Exceptions to these rules are:
and receiving gifts, according to
CRC Food Court. For more organization, you have to give to all 1) You can use your frequent flier
Hollywood.
information call: 732-6263
“Three main categories of gift equally.” miles to upgrade to business class.
donors: Outside (prohibited) sources, Fundraising has the potential to be 2) Miles earned on official travel
USAG-RED CLOUD
between employees, and foreign a problem, said Hollywood. are yours to keep.
Commissary Closed
governments,” Hollywood said. “The 3) Benefits belong to the Army if
The CRC Commissary will be
general rule about gifts is you may not Only four types of fundraising you were bumped involuntarily.
closed June 21 for Organization
accept a gift given from a prohibited activities can take place on an Conflicts of interest guidelines are
Day. The Commissary will be open
on July 4. For more information source or given because of your official installation: common sense driven, according to
call: 732-7649. position. 1) Fundraising for the Combined Hollywood.
“Exceptions: meals are always Federal Campaign. “You cannot hold a financial
USAG-Red Cloud considered gifts, and some food items 2) Fundraising for the Army interest that conflicts with the
EO Office are not considered gifts. If a Korean Emergency Relief program. conscientious performance of you
USAG-RED CLOUD EO office is employee gives you some cookies, 3) Religious fundraising in duty,” Hollywood said. “You cannot
in building T-617. Contact Sgt. donuts or small incidental items, these connection with religious services. engage in financial transactions using
Duane Pack 732-6167. are not considered gifts. When we are 4) Any other fundraising authorized nonpublic government information or
talking about food, a meal is definitely by the commander to benefit the allow the improper use of such
Warrior Country Track and a gift, but small items are not.” unfortunate, however, fundraising in information to further any private
Field Championship support of military units is generally interest.”
The Warrior Country Track and If you are offered a gift, take this not authorized. Employees shall not engage in
Field Championship will be held four-step analysis: “Commanders have limited options outside employment activities,
tomorrow at Schoonover Bowl, 1) Is it from a prohibited source or with respect to performing fundraising including seeking or negotiating for
Camp Casey 8 a.m. For more given because of your official position. on post,” Hollywood said. employment, that conflict with official
information call: 732-6927. 2) Is it really a gift. “Commanders may authorize informal government duties and
3) Is there an exception to the rule. funds to help offset costs for specific, responsibilities.
USAG- Red Cloud 4) Should you use the exception. planned purposes, but fundraising for “If you plan on working for anyone
Appreciation Night A prohibited source is any person an informal fund is limited to soliciting who does business with the DoD, you
The USAG-RED CLOUD or non-federal entity that does business donations and contributions only from may need to consult an ethics
Appreciation Night will be held at members of the unit.” counselor to ensure that no conflict
with, or seeks to do business with the
Mitchell’s Club from 5:30-7 p.m. The Family Readiness Group may exists,” Hollywood said.
Army.
June 15. For more information call:
“In Korea, most businesses are raise money on post.
732-8189.
USAG-RC
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NEO gives Noncombatants some peace of mind


he said. Once in Fukuoka, the evacuees
Unit readiness across the peninsula were met by representatives from the
is also increased through the exercise, 1st Marine Fighter Wing. The final leg
he said. of their trip to Japan brought them
“It shows we have a system in from Fukuoka to Marine Corps Air
place that can ramp up quickly, and Station – Iwakuni.
we can evacuate in a safe and timely The third day of the exercise was
manner to get noncombatants to a more of a break from the training for
safer location,” he said. participants. The free day held several
The NEO process began in Areas options, including trips to Miyajima
I and II as participants gathered at Island and Hiroshima.
Collier Field House on Yongsan On Miyajima Island, participants
Garrison. There, Soldiers from 1st were able to see traditional Japanese
Battalion, 72nd Armor Regiment architecture and cultural sights, such
began by in-processing the evacuees. as a 16th-century Buddhist temple and
Their role was clear: get the
a five-story pagoda.
noncombatants on their way off the
Hiroshima offered several sight-
PFC. ANTHONY HAWKINS JR. peninsula.
seeing attractions, most notably Peace
Soldiers and civilians enjoy a day of relaxation in Miyajima, Japan during the NEO “It’s our mission to make sure they
Park. Located on the site of the Aug.
exercise Courageous Channel. get out of here safely,” said Pvt.
6, 1945 atomic bomb blast, Peace
Robert Martinez, a combat engineer
Pfc. Anthony Hawkins Jr. Force Lt. Col. Anthony Abernathy, Park is dedicated to those who lost
2ID Public Affairs
in Company E, 1st Bn., 72nd Armor
the USFK escort for all sail-away their lives in the war.
Regt. “We had a lot of setup and a lot
USAG-RED CLOUD—Life in volunteers. “It is giving the people Families participating in the
to learn, but it feels good knowing you
the Republic of Korea requires involved practice in case this happens exercise welcomed the opportunity to
can evacuate these people safely.”
Servicemembers to be prepared for for real.” unwind after two days of travel.
The process covered areas such as
anything. In the event of an The secondary purpose of the Monique Hunt and her son, Will,
reception of noncombatant evacuees,
emergency, they must not only be exercise was to help instill confidence, were two of the Family members from
registration within the NEO tracking
concerned with the safety of their Abernathy said. Area II who were able to see the
system computer, and medical, spiritual
fellow Servicemembers, but also the “(We want) to ensure the system sights Japan had to offer.
and legal guidance.
safety of those Families, Civilians and works, and to make noncombatants Will, who is only staying in Korea
After the initial in-processing,
other noncombatants whom they feel comfortable with the process to for the summer, said he was surprised
evacuees were transported to Daegu
swore to protect. get them off the peninsula,” he said. to see how open to western culture
via Korea Train Express, or KTX,
To remain prepared for such an The exercise was designed to Korea’s high-speed rail system. There, Japanese people are.
event, U.S. Forces Korea conducted
simulate as much realism as possible they met other participants from Areas “They were all very friendly and
the first of the year ’s two
while still remaining cost-effective, he III and IV. They were also met by helpful to foreigners,” he said.
noncombatant evacuation operation
said. Soldiers from the 19th Expeditionary Not only were U.S.
exercises May 17-20.
“We took around 40 people. In a Sustainment Command, whose role in Servicemembers, civilians and their
The main task of the NEO exercise,
real-world situation, there would be the exercise was to care for the Families represented, but also foreign
called Courageous Channel, was
thousands,” he said. evacuees while in Daegu and to get diplomats from the U.S.’s allies.
moving noncombatant volunteers
The shear volume of people could them to the port of Busan. The participants also felt the
from all areas of Korea to two
be a significant stress on the system, The evacuees stayed the night on experience was beneficial to both
locations on Honshu, the main island
so this is a good medium.” Camp Walker in Daegu, then were those in charge and the
of Japan. This task was accomplished
With a large percentage of USFK divided into sail-away and fly-away noncombatants.
by evacuating volunteers by both air
personnel only serving one-year tours volunteers. The fly-away volunteers “It’s a good thing to do this exercise
and sea.
in Korea, transition was an important flew to Yokota Air Base, Japan. The to work out any kinks in the system,”
“The overall purpose of the
consideration. Conducting this training sail-away volunteers were bused to Monique said. “Every time there is an
exercise is to test the system of
on a regular basis helps to exercise Busan, where they boarded a ferry exercise, they always look for ways
evacuating noncombatants away from
and evaluate the evacuation process, ship to Fukuoka, Japan. to improve.”
the peninsula during a crisis,” said Air
June 8, 2007 Page 9

USFK honors fallen Korean Soldier


By David McNally
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — The mood was
somber as U.S. Forces Korea officials dedicated a
stone monument May 31 in honor a Republic of
Korea Soldier killed in Afghanistan.
The Soldier, Staff Sgt. Yoon Jang-ho, was serving
as part of coalition forces at Bagram Air Base,
Afghanistan. Yoon was killed Feb. 27 by a bomb at
the installation’s gate. He was the first Republic of
Korea Soldier killed in action abroad since the
Vietnam War.
Yoon’s parents, Lee Chang-hee and Yoon Hee- Yoon Hee-chul, father of Staff Sgt. Yoon Jang-ho, helps to
chul participated in the dedication ceremony by plant a yew tree at Yongsan Garrison May 31.
helping to plant a tree on Yongsan Garrison in the military to regions around the world, including Iraq,
field across from Commiskey’s. Afghanistan, Kuwait, Qatar, India, Pakistan, Sudan,
“The men and women of United Nations Georgia, Liberia, Nepal and Lebanon to help other
Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. nations find the security and stability necessary for
Forces Korea join you and the Republic of Korea in peace and prosperity,” Bell said. “These young
your grief as you mourn the loss of your son,” UNC/ Korean patriots are dedicated to helping other nations
CFC/USFK Commander Gen. B.B. Bell told the find the peace, security and freedom they deserve.”
Yoon family at the ceremony. “We share your Bell said Staff Sgt. Yoon lost his life trying to make
heartache and your loss.” the world a better place.
Yoon’s parents shoveled soil onto a legendary “He is a hero,” he said. “Let his memory live on
“yew tree.” The yew tree is an ancient tree species in this tree. As it grows and matures, let it provide
that survives thousands of years. People have revered comfort and shade to weary passersby. Let them PHOTOS BY DAVID MCNALLY
the tree as “eternal” throughout history. rest here, let them read the tablet and remember Combined Forces Command Commander Gen. B.B. Bell and
Bell told the gathered crowd that Republic of Staff Sgt. Yoon, a true Korean patriot.” CFC Deputy Commander Gen. Kim Byung-kwan unveil a
Korea citizens understand that “freedom is not free.” Yoon was posthumously promoted to to the rank monument in honor of fallen Republic of Korea Staff Sgt. Yoon
“They generously send the Republic of Korea of staff sergeant. Jang-ho May 31 at Yongsan Garrison.

USFK commander visits garrison Yongsan opens five-


bedroom homes
By Cpl. Jung Jae-hoon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs By Cpl. Kim Sang-wook
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
K-16 AIR BASE — United States
YONGSAN GARRISON —
Forces Korea Commander Gen. B.B.
Garrison officials opened the first
Bell and his wife Katie toured garrison
two sets of five-bedroom gov-
facilities and spoke with community
ernment quarters June 1 with a
members May 31.
cake-cutting ceremony.
“These visits give me a great
U.S. Forces Korea Lt. Col.
opportunity to talk to the community
Donald Morris and 8th U.S. Army
in person,” Bell said. “It helps me to
Band Sgt. Maj. Mark Eister
do my job supporting them.”
glimpsed inside their new homes
The opportunity to speak with
before the ceremony.
community members is necessary, he
“This building was actually a
said.
four-bedroom quadplex and we
“It gives me a chance to see up
converted into a five-bedroom
close the degree to which I’m being
duplex,” said Garrison Housing
successful in making sure the
CPL. JUNG JAE-HOON Officer Carol Jones. “We have a
environment here is wholesome, United States Forces Korea Commander Gen. B.B. Bell speaks with K-16 Air Base spouses shortage of four and five bedroom
healthy and that we’re providing the May 31 during an official community visit. houses for large families assigned
services that we need to, to our
Air Base Soldiers. Later, the general “BOSS is a responsible organ- to Yongsan.”
servicemembers, our spouses and our
asked community members about ization, so I’m a big supporter of Jones said they plan additional
civilian force,” he said.
their concerns. BOSS,” Bell said. conversions of quarters for Soldiers
Bell said he intends to continue
“I really thank you for your service Bell said BOSS has the power to with large families.
frequent community visits.
to America,” Bell told the spouses. keep Soldiers doing the right thing and “This house has five bedrooms,
Garrison Commander Col. Ron
“You made the sacrifices, as your “still have fun.” four bathrooms in two levels with a
Stephens hosted the tour that started
husbands did, to keep something worth “This is a great community with very modern dining room in about
at Seoul American High School.
keeping, freedom.” wonderful people across all of our 3,300 net square feet.” Jones said.
The Bells attended a Hannam
Finally, the general and his staff met sevices,” he said. “Everything is brand new and it has
Village residents meeting before
with the K-16 Air Base Better Bell said there are some challenges changed into a beautiful house.”
traveling to K-16 Air Base.
Opportunity for Single and Un- and areas for improvement. “It took six months to complete
The group ate lunch at the K-16
Dining Facility with spouses of K-16 accompanied Soldiers group. “I’m working on it,” he said. See Homes
Homes, Page 12
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Gate 12 is Closed
June Jamboree brings smiles to children
By Cpl. Jung Jae-hoon
Through June 15, pedestrian Gate 12
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
located by the Army and Air Force
Exchange Service Gas Station will be YONGSAN GARRISON —
closed for turnstile installation. The Yongsan Exceptional Family
Member Program conducted its 21st
Gate 17 to Close “June Jamboree” June 1 to let
Gate 17 will be closed June 20 through special-needs children have fun and
September for renovations. Only enjoy the day.
authorized access-card holders will be More than 160 children par-
processed at the Gate 17 pedestrian ticipated in the jamboree and more
gate. The Gate 17 Visitor Center will be than 300 volunteers helped out for
closed. Visitors and visitors with the community festival.
vehicles may process through Camp “It’s a pleasure to be here and
Coiner Gate 20. Pedestrian visitors may thank you for coming out, especially
still process through Gates 5 and 10. the volunteers,” said Yongsan
Garrison Commander Col. Ron
Summer Reading Stephens. “This is a great way to give
Program back to our community and this
The Yongsan Library Summer Reading
wouldn’t work with out the
Program will be at 11 a.m. every
volunteers.”
Tuesday June 19-July 31. There will be
Stephens also said he hoped
a kick-off party June 19 with Katie Bell
as the guest story teller. Refreshments
children would gain inspiration.
will be provided. Registration begins “They can all volunteer for the
June 5. For information, call 723-7300. community,” he said.
June Jamboree is designed to help
USO Good Neighbor special-needs children. All volunteers
Program were matched “one-on-one” with the
Be a volunteer for the USO Good kids throughout the festival to let the
Neighbor Program June 28. Spend a children enjoy themselves with
day with local Korean schoolchildren, safety.
have lunch, and go bowling. For “The June Jamboree is also a way
information, call 724-7781. of marketing the EFMP,” said
Project Officer Alexander Carter. “It
Father's Day Giveaway lets parents know that special-needs CPL. JUNG JAE-HOON
The USO and the Yongsan Main services are available in the Joseph D’Auteuil (left) leads the pack at the tug-of-war competition June 1 during the annual
Exchange will be giving out free See Jamboree
Jamboree, Page 12 June Jamboree at a field behind Collier Field House.
hotdogs 11 a.m.-1 p.m. June 16 and free
fishing reels to the first 20 fathers who
stop by the USO booth outside of the Seoul honors YYongsan
ongsan employee with honorary citizenship
Main Exchange. For information, call
By David McNally
724-7781.
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

Military Retiree Forum


YONGSAN GARRISON — For one proud American,
There will be a military retiree forum at
a hand-shake from a Korean mayor came with “lifetime
Commiskey’s 9 a.m. June 9. Topics for
honorary Seoul citizenship.”
discussion will be TRICARE and
Veterans Administration. A breakfast Technology Specialist Andrew Mayer received that
buffet will be served and door prizes handshake and the certificate to go with it in a special
will be offered. For information, call Seoul ceremony April 29.
010-6476-2975. Mayer works at Yongsan Child and Youth Services
managing their computer systems. He has lived and worked
Auto and Cycle Show in Seoul for eight of the last 10 years both as a U.S. Soldier
The Yongsan Auto and Cycle Show and as a civilian.
will be held 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 23 in “I would like to live here off and on for the rest of my
COURTESY
the Main Post Club parking lot. There life,” Mayer said. “The unification will probably happen in PHOTO

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon (left) congratulates Andrew Mayor, one of 10


will be food, music, vendors, and a my lifetime and that’s something I would like to see.”
foreigners presented with honorary Seoul citizenship April 29.
chance to win cash prizes. For Mayer was nominated for honorary Seoul citizenship
information, call 738-5315. by Kim Jin-won, the State of Oregon Korea representative. importance of sustainable development and also reflected
“Mr. Mayer’s tireless contributions and willingness to on his life in Seoul.
Family Advocacy adapt and participate in Seoul’s well-being is unparalleled,” “Considering the recent events surrounding the Cho
Program Kim wrote. “He is an asset to any community in which he incident at Virginia Tech, this award means a lot to me
There will be a “Working Together and lives.” and my family,” Mayer said. “I greatly appreciate the
Conflict Resolution” class 6-8 p.m. June Since 1971, Seoul has conferred honorary citizenships efforts of Seoul, Korea as it reaches out to the United
13 at the Army Community Service
on foreign residents who “serve as role models for others.” States and other nations.”
Building 4106, Room 205. Learn how to
Before joining the Army, Mayer taught English from Mayer is from Marshalltown, Iowa. He earned a
handle conflicts that might be hurting
1997-99 to Korean citizens. Then, as a U.S. Soldier, Mayer Master’s of Public Administration, Management and Policy
your relationship. For information, call
saved a Seoul citizen’s life in March 2004 by providing from Portland State University and holds a Bachelor of
738-3034.
emergency first aid to a Korean man in the subway who Arts degree in Journalism and Communications from the
USAG-Yongsan Web Site had fallen because of a seizure. Mayer cleared the man’s University of Oregon.
For more news and information, visit airway and waited with him until emergency workers “The really neat thing about this is that I brought my
the Yongsan Garrison Web site at arrived. mother over from the states and it was the first time that
yongsan.korea.army.mil. Mayer also won the Bronze prize in the 2004-05 Seoul my wife’s mother and she met,” Mayer said.
Metropolitan Essay Contest. He wrote about the Mayer’s wife is Korea-American from Seoul.
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Employee finds strength, wisdom in baseball memory
By Sgt. Andrew Kosterman

I n 1959, a gallon of gasoline was 31 cents, “Rock


Around the Clock” was at the top of the music
charts and Ron Padgett was running out on to the
field for a city-wide Little League baseball
championship wearing his orange-lettered uniform.
Padgett, who was a member of the underdog
DeLand, Fla. Federal Savers, now works as U.S.
Army Garrison-Yongsan Property Control Branch
chief and is on his fourth tour of duty in Korea. Back
then, Padgett was 11 years old and in his first
championship series.
The population of DeLand in 1959 was about
10,000 and most of
them thought the
Federal Savers didn’t
have a chance of
winning the three-
game series.
“Both our coaches
kept telling us all week COURTESY PHOTO

leading up to the series Ron Padgett (front row, third from left) poses with his winning 1959 little league team in DeLand, Fla.
that we could beat this won 5-4. they were a much better team,” Padgett said. “But,
team,” Padgett said. “The Indians were stunned because they came if we played as a team, bonded together as a team,
That team was the into the game over confident,” Padgett said. “They collectively we knew we had a good chance of a
returning champions were thinking we would roll over and play dead.” major upset.”
Ron Padgett and “heavily favored” Being the city champions was in sight. Once again, The Federals did just that. They won 6-4. The
Elks Indians. the Federal coaches rallied their players for victory. phrase “We will beat you guaranteed,” was no longer
Game one played up to many of the expectations “They told us to keep the game close and we will to be echoed by the Indians.
going into the series. The Indians won 16-1. win it,” Padgett said. “They also told the team “It was one of the greatest upsets in Little League
Padgett’s coaches eased the chapfallen Federal something else, ‘Second place is not good enough.’” history,” Padgett said. “If I could compare it, it would
by telling them to “just believe, stay focused and The final game took place on a Saturday afternoon be like when the Marlins beat the Yankees in the
play together as a team.” in July 1959. At 5 p.m., the battle began. 2003 World Series.”
When cleats hit the playing field for game two, “We all knew it would be an uphill battle and a Padgett added that He doesn’t remember
the inspiration seemed to have paid off. The Federals struggle to defeat the other team because individually See Memory
Memory, Page 12
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Homes from Page 9

CPL. KIM SANG-WOOK


Children from the Morris family wait to tour their new Yongsan Garrison home June 1.
the renovation,” said DPW Inspector but this is new, modern and ready to
Bryan Dorrough. be occupied.”
The quarters, which was built in Morris and his wife have five
1961, maintained its exterior design, children and she is pregnant with twins.
with a slight modifications, he added. Morris said his family is also
Dorrough explained and introduced delighted with their new home and
the drastic changes inside the quarters expressed his expectations of good
escorting DPW officials and the new quality of life in Yongsan. His new
residents. neighbor, Eister felt the same way.
“My hat’s off to the team who “I am overwhelmed,” Eister said.
brought this great work,” Morris said. “This house is absolutely a great house
“You get use to quarters given by the and DPW did a great job.”
government which are 50 years old, Eister has four children.

Memory from Page 9


everything about the series, but he does 45th anniversary of their victory in
remember being taught about the key DeLand in July 2004. Each team
elements of teamwork and elements member and team president, received
of the human spirit. individual trophies, hats and team
“Even though I was 11-years-old in picture donated by Padgett.
1959,” Padgett said. “I took away a “This is the least I can do for my
lot of principles from that series win teammates,” Padgett said. “I wanted
that I utilized in the military and now to give something back to the
as a DA Civilian.” community. If any of my teammates
Some of the principles were, requests to pay for their portion, I will
staying focused, never giving up and ask them to donate to their favorite
doing the best you can. Padgett served charity.”
21 years in the U.S. Army. He retired Padgett said he expects former
as a Master Sergeant in 1991. players, family members and fans to
Padgett is helping to prepare for attend the event in 2009. He may even
a 2009 50th reunion with his fellow step up to the plate one more time.
teammates. The team celebrated it’s

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community.” who needs our attention the most,”
At the field behind Collier Field said Volunteer Sgt. 1st Class Shellie
House, kids enjoyed all different Willis. “We can show our love and
kinds of games including tug-of-war affection to the one’s that we
and face painting and even got to treasure the most.”
swim at the outdoor pool near Seoul She also said, “Community service
American High School. like volunteering is what every body
“This is a sign of the community should do to set good standards for
coming together for a certain group our children.”

Yongsan Garrison on the Web


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Powers of Attorney
Legal assistance for warfighters and their families
By 1st Lt. Holly B. Nostrant
USAG Humphreys Legal Center
A power of attorney is one of the most popular services
provided by a legal assistance office.
For service members stationed overseas or preparing
to deploy, this is an extremely useful tool.
Whether it is used for moving household goods,
personally owned vehicles or other numerous purposes,
a POA allows Servicemembers the opportunity to make
sure that their personal business is not neglected.
However, a POA is subject to abuse and other problems.
Servicemembers should always consider the following
before executing a PAO.

Where Will My POA Be Used?


Did you know that no one is legally required to accept
a POA? Therefore, it is important to know who will be
receiving the POA. Some places of business may not
accept a general POA or any POAs at all. Others, such as
banks and financial institutions, may have their own POA
forms.
So before going to your legal assistance office to
create a POA, consider where you will use your POA and
check their requirements. Additionally, if your agent ends
up abusing the POA, knowing where it has been used Servicemembers should contact their Legal Assistance Office for help in preparing a PAO.
will be helpful. What Should I Do If My POA Is Abused? The agent could still present the POA to persons
Even with these precautions, POA abuse can and does without notice of the revocation.
How Long Will I Need A POA? happen. Therefore, the revocation of a POA should be a last
Another great way to protect yourself is by limiting If you discover that your agent has abused your resort.
the time period that a POA is valid. A POA should be POA, revocation is available.
valid for the smallest amount of time necessary. Your legal assistance office can help you draft a Final Advice
Be aware, however, that your legal assistance office revocation. Once it is drafted, you will need to send the A POA is a powerful document. Putting thought into
will only create general POAs that are valid for one year revocation to anyone who has accepted the POA. it before you create one is the best way to avoid future
or less. Even if you underestimate the time period, you However, be forewarned that a revocation will not problems. If you have any questions, contact your legal
can always create another POA for the same purpose. solve all of your problems. assistance office for advice.
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she isn't the only one changing treachery, betrayal and wild waters, Rex is merely lost--alone, filthy and Suddenly Brooks finds himself he meets during his short stint as
identities. The closer Rowena gets they must forge their way to exotic unrecognizable in an unfamiliar city. entangled in the dark agenda of an a chauffeur. While Monty and the
to finding the truth, the more we see Singapore and confront the cunning Chased by animal control, he takes opportunistic bystander, as well as Ivy-League-educated Julia couldn't
how far people will go to protect it. Chinese Pirate Sao Feng. Now refuge in grubby abandoned lofts, a hunted by the unorthodox and be less alike, an unexpected
Rated R (sexuality, nudity, violence, headed beyond the very ends of the far cry from his former luxurious tenacious detective. Rated R romance blossoms and it soon
language) 119 min earth, each must ultimately choose a lifestyle. Rated PG (action peril, crude (strong violence, sexual content, begins to feel like true love. But in
side in a final, titanic battle, as not humor, language) 109 min nudity, language) 119 min order for their relationship to
only their lives and fortunes, but the survive, the couple must reconcile
entire future of the freedom-loving their two very different worlds and
Pirate way, hangs in the balance. overcome the forces that threaten
Rated PG-13 (intense action, violence, to tear Monty's family apart. Rated
frightening images) 165 min PG-13 ( thematic material, drug/
sexual content, violence,
language) 95 min

Spider-Man 3 No Show 300 Dead Silence No Show No Show No Show


(PG13) 6:45 p.m. (R) 6:45 p.m. (R) 6:45 p.m.
Spider-Man 3 Spider-Man 3 Mr. Brooks Mr. Brooks Mr. Brooks Mr. Brooks The Reaping
(PG13) 9:30 p.m. (PG13) 9:30 p.m. (R) 9:30 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
The Reaping Firehouse Dog Perfect Stranger Firehouse Dog The Reaping No Show Mr. Brooks
(R) 9 p.m. (PG) 9 p.m. (R) 8 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
The Reaping Firehouse Dog Perfect Stranger Firehouse Dog No Show Mr. Brooks Perfect Stranger
(R) 7 p.m. (PG) 9 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
Mr. Brooks Firehouse Dog Firehouse Dog The Reaping The Reaping Perfect Stranger Perfect Stranger
(R) 8:45 p.m. (PG) 8 p.m. (PG) 8 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
Wild Hogs Firehouse Dog Premonition Premonition Premonition Daddy's Little Girl Daddy's Little Girl
(PG13) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 8 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
The Pursuit Of Happyness The Pursuit Of Happyness Breach Breach Dreamgirls Dreamgirls Music And Lyrics
(PG13) 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
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USAG-Red Cloud Silence and stillness are essential


—Worship Services— to building spiritual strength
Catholic Mass
By Chaplain (LTC) David W. Acuff
Fires Brigade
Sunday 9 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel
9:30 a.m. Camp Hovey Chapel
Noon Camp Casey West Chapel The words “boredom” and “bored” are not in the for that antsy boredom is often alcohol.
1 p.m. Camp Stanley Chapel Bible. That is because boredom is a new feeling. I didn’t have a TV my first three months here.
People didn’t used to get bored; they didn’t know What did I do? I read. Then I relented and bought
Protestant what it felt like. That is strange because, at least to at TV (flat-screen!). Now I restlessly flip through
us, they had nothing to do. No radio (let alone the the circle of channels becoming irritated that there
Sunday 10 a.m. Camp Casey Stone Chapel, merged XM and Sirius), no TV (let alone a huge is really nothing on. Funny thing is, the books bore
Camp Stanely Chapel
flat-screen), no computers, no internet, no My Space, me less than TV, but it is very easy to fall into the
10:30 a.m. Camp Casey West Chapel
no You Tube, no X-Box. TV groove. Were it not for the fact that I get
11 a.m. Camp Hovey Chapel,
Stanley Chapel, Camp
Now, every Service Member’s hooch contains disgusted enough with TV programming to finally
Casey Crusader Chapel most or all of these media, and still the cry is heard, reach over and turn the thing off, I too would be
Korean Services “I’m borrrred.” thinking, “I’m borrrred.”
It is important to realize that all of the new I too walk down the isles of the PX and gaze
Sunday 7 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel stimulation devices we have received in the past 20 into the HD screen of the 98-inch TV’s. But were
years are not the cure for boredom but rather the I to buy one and strap it on top of the cab (they
cause of it. The more channels, the more pixels, the won’t fit inside), I would soon be as bored with it as
Sunday 11 a.m. Camp Casey Memorial more Megs and Gigs, the greater the screen size, I was with the old TV. And probably more so.
Chapel, Stanley Chapel the further the cars fall off the cliff, the bigger and Silence and stillness are essential to building
2 p.m. Camp Casey Chapel louder the booms when they land, the more detailed spiritual strength. The voice of God has been
the hollow-point exit wounds—all the these things described as “a small, still voice.” Hearing that voice
Latter Day Saints combine to not alleviate boredom, but, again, create today is, quite frankly, harder than ever, in no small
and relentlessly increase it. part due to the ever-increasing decibel level of our
Sunday 2 p.m. Cp. Casey Crusader
This is no small issue, for boredom is what causes culture.
Chapel
many of our discipline lapses in the US military. Boot it down, turn it off, and mute it, sign-out of
For information on Bible study groups and other religious services Once taken to a new level of stimulation by upgrading the chat room. Focus on our God who comes to us
and activities, contact the Area I Chaplains Office at 732-6466. Version 1.7 to Version 2.1, unstimulated life is made in silence. You will find the restlessness and boredom
that much more boring and intolerable. And the cure flee from your spirit.
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BOSS hosts peninsula-wide


‘Beach Blast’ for warfighters

F. NEIL NEELEY
(From left to right) Spc. James Usher, 568th Medical Company, USAG Humphreys and Spc. Christopher Hnagiuk, C Company, 304th Signal
Battalion, Camp Stanley were among the contestants in this year’s BOSS ‘Beach Blast’ watermelon eating contest.

F. NEIL NEELEY
Gen. B.B. Bell, USFK commander, chats with Spc. Mike Munson,
USAG Humphreys BOSS president during the two-day event.

PETER YU F. NEIL NEELEY


A youngster enjoys the mud slide — one of many attractions It wouldn’t be a ‘Beach Blast’ without a volleyball tournament.
available for participants at this year’s BOSS ‘Beach Blast’ Soldiers participated numerous events at this action-packed blast.
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—USAG-H—

Memorial Day One-Pitch


Softball Tournament Results
1) B Co, 3/2nd Avn; 2) 3rd MI Bn

Memorial Day 5k Run


Women’s Senior:
1) Civ. Jennifer New, DPW, 24:20

Women’s Open:
1) Civ. Tammie Welss, HAES, 24:16
2) Civ. Destiny Symmes, HES, 34:44

Men’s Master:
1) SFC Mike Novotny, B Co, 532nd MI, 21:55
2) CPT Samdel Moore, 607th WS, 25:17
3) Civ. Henry New, DPW, 28:54

Men’s Senior:
1) CW-3 Eric Ray, B 3/2GSAB, 19:25
2) Maj. Winston Symmes, 527th MI Bn, 34:44

Men’s Open:
1) Cpt Brian Tomasovic, HHC, 2nd CAB, 17:14
2) Civ. Brett Kubica, 3/2nd GSAB, 17:20
3) Civ. Derrick McDonald, 34:13

Memorial Day 10k Run


Women’s Senior:
1) Civ. Stephanie McMahan, 3/2nd Avn, 1,00:50
2) Sgt Danielie Navarro, 4/2nd CAB, 1,01:08
3) Civ. Marisela Rosales, 3/2nd Avn, 1,02:14

Men’s Master:
1) Sgt Dale Hart, D Co, 4/2nd Avn, 40:25
2) MSG Scott Haymaker, USAG, 47:45
3) SGM Sanghoon Chung, GCC-CACC, 48:48

Men’s Senior:
1) 1SG Roberto Rosales, 3/2nd GSAB, 51:10
2) Cpt Stan Smith, HSC, 3rd MI, 51:27
3) CW-2 Stephen Wells, 3/2nd GSAB, 54:13

Men’s Open:
1) Cpt Mike Barker, B Co, 532nd MI, 52:27

Upcoming events (June)


June 4-7, Intramural Softball League
June 9, Post Level Softball
( Humphrey’s at Wonju )
June 10, Post Level Softball
( Wonju at Humphrey’s )
June 11-14, Intramural Softball League
June 16-17, Post Level Softball
(Kunsan at Wonju )
June 18-21, Intramural Softball League
June 23-2, Post Level Softball
(Wonju at Casey )
June 25-28, Intramural Softball League

—USAG-Y—

Intramural Softball League Standings


CRUS, 6-1; 8th Army #1, 6-1; Suslak, 6-1; 18th
Med, 5-2; 94th MP, 4-2; 505th MT, 4-3;
KANAKAS, 4-3; 41st Sig, 4-3; Embassy, 2-5;
Navy, 2-5; 8th Army #2, 2-5; 501st MI, 2-5;
Sockor, 1-6; 14th MP, 1-6

K-16 Intramural Softball League


Standings
B Co 2/2 AVN, 4-0; HHC 2/2 AVN, 3-1; A Co 2/
2 AVN, 2-2; E Co 2/2 AVN, 1-3; D CO 2/2 AVN,
1-3; B CO 58th AVN, 1-3

Post Women Softball Games


Yongsan (17), Cp. Humphreys (1)
Yongsan (17), Cp. Humphreys (3)

Intramural Softball Games


Suslak (7), 8th Army #1 (0); Suslak (13), 8th
Army #2 (11); 8th Army #2 (19), Navy (1); Navy
(15), Embassy (2); Navy (16), Sockor (9); CRUS
(19), 595th MT (9); 505th MT (18), 41st Sig (5);
41st Sig (15), Sockor (9); Embassy (17), Sockor
(8); 14th MP (9), KANAKAS (8); 94th MP (7),
501st MI (0); 18th MED (7), 8th Army #2 (0);
8th Army #1 (12), 18th MED (9); 8th Army #1
(7), 14th MP (0); 505th MT (7), 94th MP (6);
501st MI (0), KANAKAS (7); 41st Sig (18),
Embassy (5); CRUS (10), Navy (3); Suslak (25),
Sockor (1)

Upcoming Events (June)


Post Softball, Yongsan will host Kunsan 1600, 9
June and 0900, 10 June.
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USAG Humphreys chaplain garners top


award from Military Chaplains Association
By Roh, Hyon-ju the USAG Humphreys’ Chapel
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs Facilities Master Plan. With the
USAG HUMPHREYS—USAG impending relocation of USAG
Humphreys Chaplain (Maj.) Raymond Yongsan and the coming growth of
A. Robinson Jr. recently won the 2007 USAG Humphreys, this plan is the
Distinguished Service Award from the blueprint for more chapels, a family life
Military Chaplains Association of the center and a religious education center
United States. here.
The Chaplains Association Despite being honored by a national
presented Robinson the award on May organization of his peers Robinson was
15 during Military Chaplains modest and gracious.
Association 2007 National Institute “Well, I am very humbled by the
gathering in San Antonio. award,” said Robinson
Robinson serves as the command “There are many, more outstanding
chaplain for Camp Humphreys, Camp chaplains who deserve this type of
Eagle, Camp Long, and Suwon Air recognition.” “First of all, thanks to my
Base. As the senior chaplain Robinson Lord Jesus Christ for allowing these
provides pastoral care, guidance and things to happen. All things flow from
resources for religious support for more Him.”
than 11,000 Soldiers, Airmen, Civilians Robinson added that the award is
and Family members at four major really in recognition of the good work
U. S. Army installations in the the garrison’s religious support team
Republic of Korea. provides to the community.
His duties include more than pastoral “It’s less about me and it’s about
care however. In conjunction with the the people that (Jesus) has placed in
USFK and Installation Management my life to mentor, support, and develop COURTESY PHOTO

Command Korea Region engineers, (Left to Right) Chaplain Brig. Gen. Douglas Carver, Chaplain Brig.
Robinson coordinates the planning of See Chaplain
Chaplain, Page 23 Gen.(R) James T. Spivey and Chaplain Maj. Raymond A. Robinson Jr.,
pose for a photo after the ceremony held in San Antonio, Texas.

Echo Avenger Battery returns to 2ID


By Pfc. Gretchen Goodrich because of its air
35th Air Defense Artillery Public Affairs defense
Soldiers from Echo Avenger Battery, 1st Brigade, 43rd Air Defense capabilities and
Artillery, 35th ADA Brigade, switched units during a change of patch ability to help
ceremony May 17. support the 35th
The Battery Soldier’s ripped off their ADA patch, replacing it with the 2nd ADA’s mission in
Infantry Division Indian head patch — saying goodbye to 35th ADA and providing air
greeting their new unit, the 210th Fires Brigade, 2ID. defense for South
“Losing Echo Battery is like losing a member of the family,” said Lt. Col. Korea. In
John R. Chavez, 1-43 ADA commander. essence, the unit is
“We will miss not only their lethal capability but the tremendous Soldiers back at home.
as well.” Regardless of
Even though the 35th ADA BDE will be losing the battery of Soldiers, the the change, many
transition will be an advantage for those who already work with the 210th Soldiers still hold
Fires BDE. Both the Fires BDE and the Avenger Battery provide a type of an optimistic view
air defense protection. of the change.
The 210th performs fire support missions while the other provides mobile Even though their
short-range air defense operations. patch may look
“The battery has had a habitual support relationship with the 210th — this different, it didn’t FC P .G G
RETCHEN OODRICH

formal attachment will better support the mission,” said Chavez. alter their opinion A KATUSA soldier with the Echo Avenger Battery, 1-
Not only will the soldiers be able to build on an already existing on why they 43 ADA, places his 2ID patch on his sleeve where
relationship, but by being attached to a unit that is located closer to where the serve. his 35th ADA patch once stood, symbolizing the
battery is now based will also come in handy. “I work for the change of units.
“The soldiers will reap the greatest benefits of the change — in and out Army,” said Sgt.
processing can now be done at Camp Casey versus having to travel to John J. Lawrence, Echo Avenger Battery, 1-43 ADA. “It doesn’t matter the
Osan,” said Chavez. unit.”
Changing units isn’t something new for the battery. Months prior to this The battery will continue providing its short-range missile defense
switch, the battery belonged to 2ID. It was handed over to 35th ADA capabilities with the 210th Fires BDE for South Korea.
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VOLUNTEERCEREMONY
There will be a volunteer
HEAS hosts career day
By Nancy Turner and Consuela Salazar
recognition ceremony at the Strike
USAG-Humphreys American Elementary School
Zone bowling alley June 29 from 11
a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is for 3rd USAG Humphreys American
Quarter participants. There will be Elementary School held its annual
free bowling for all volunteers. career day June 1.
TEEN JOBS AT CYS Students in grades “Sure Start”
Job openings for teens, 16 years or through sixth learned about career
older for youth sports baseball options that will be available to them
officials and scorers. No prior in the future.
knowledge or training needed. CYS
Professions represented at the
will train. You become a member of
the Sports Club and receive paid event ranged from medical to legal
training as well as have your career fields.
association dues paid. Games are Engineering and marketing
scheduled on Friday evenings and professionals were also on hand for
Saturday mornings and afternoons. the career day activities.
CYS ADULT JOBS Musicians and pilots as well as
Youth Sports has positions for firemen and military policemen were
sports officials and scorers to help also among the participants. Students
with all Youth Sports games. You were engaged by props brought by the COURTESY PHOTOS

must be able to work some Friday Assistant Fire Chief Yong-U Han shows students part of the fire hose
presenters.
evenings and Saturday mornings/ used to put out fires.
The students were fascinated by X-
afternoons. Contact Lisa Hogue, The investigator showed them a The MPs were on hand to explain
rays that a radiologist from Osan
Youth Sports Director crime scene kit, and he also gave to students what being an MP entailed.
Medical Center let them view. Other
lisa.hogue.1@korea.army.mil 753- instructions on how to collect and The elementary students got the
5051. attractions for the students came from
the Camp Humphreys crime scene process fingerprints found at a crime chance to look inside the MP vehicle
AUDIE MURPHY CLUB scene by using a special solution. — operating the siren was a must for
The Camp Humphreys Sergeant investigator.
the youngsters.
Audie Murphy Club is looking for
SAMC members who want to More favorites of the students were
become active while assigned to the fire department’s fire engine and
Korea. Meetings are held the third equipment that was on display.
Wednesday of each month. Contact They were even offered the
Sgt. 1st Class FC Lawson-Hurt at opportunity to try on the some of the
010-2259-3026 or Sgt. 1st Class equipment. To end the day-long event,
Miles at 010-3148-3450. a musician, who is a military spouse,
played the trumpet for the children.
USO HOSTS BBQ She composes her own music and has
The USO will host a Summer BBQ
been earning a living with her music
June 16 for 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. behind
the USO Buliding 375. There will
since she was a child. She encouraged
also be an apple pie eating contest students to pursue a career in
and all must pre-register to enter. something they love. Many of the
students aspire to one day be apart of
COMPUTER CLASS these distinguished professions.
FOR SPOUSES The excitement of the day was
ACS has an ongoing eight-week shared by all, including the presenters
computer basics class for spouses. themselves.
Classes are Monday and Making a contribution to a child’s
Wednesday in the the ACS resource
Staff Sergeant Derrick Hall shows Sure Start student Brandon Prentice- future goals was the objective of the
room. First one is geared to
Philippines spouses; the next will be Brooks a Camp Humphreys MP vehicle. day – that mission was accomplished.
for Russian and English spouses

Safe!
and another for Korean spouses
taught by CPAC. Graduates will
receive a certification of completion.

3/2 GSAB
Pre-registration required. Call 753-
8401, limit to five.

defeats
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
REGISTRATION
Now underway for the MBA 500

3rd MI
Class, Foundations of Problem-
Based Learning. Classes will start
On-Site at Osan Air Base June 13.
Pvt. Michael Schwab, 3rd
Military Battalion slides across
Please send us your Stories third base as third baseman
and Photos for Publishing
Sgt. Kevin Eshelman, B
To submit information for Company 3/2 GSAB makes
publishing in The Morning Calm
the catch. Schwab was safe.
Weekly USAG-Humphrey’s
common pages or for submissions
This action took place in the
for the New & Notes section, call final game of the Area III
754-6132, 8847 or 8598. You can also softball championship. 3/2
email all of your information to GSAB took the championship
andre.butler@korea.army.mil. 20 – 3. F. NEIL NEELEY
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Vets make first time, much needed


visit to Wonju Enclave community
Dog Day afternoon for local area
By Becky Poppleton
Wonja Family Readiness Group Senior Sponsor Advisor
CAMP EAGLE—The unusual sounds of barks
and meows that ricocheted from the walls of the
Camp Eagle racquetball court delighted the ears of
Wonju residents on May 31.
The 129th Medical Detachment traveled from
Yongsan Garrison to the Wonju Base Cluster to
provide basic veterinarian services for the very first
time.
“I just got a new puppy, and the vet was really
great with him. Dr. Richey was able to answer all
of my questions and the vet tech was very friendly,”
said Family Member Debbie Washington, who
brought in her puppy, “Taz” for vaccinations and a
microchip.
The idea to bring vet services in Wonju was
suggested to the 1-2 AVN community Family
readiness group by Spc. Agent Jesse Lorenzo of
the 524th Military Intelligence Detachment of Camp
Long due to multiple difficulties of traveling to the
Osan Vet Clinic with pets.
The FRG researched the issue and identified the
need for recurring veterinarian services was
community wide. BECKY POPPLETON

The Wonju community has about 30 pets (cats Maj. Mark Richely examines "Ah-Jee," the Yorkshire, as Spc. Sidney Hanspard of Echo Company,
and dogs), to include two official unit mascots, 1-2 AVN, and his wife Joo-Young with their dog, "Ddojji," looks on.
“Loopback” of 275th Signal at Camp Long and Richey brought a team of two vet techs and one “My dog needed a microchip, and this made it a
“Apache” of 1-2 Aviation Regiment at Camp Eagle. administrative assistant with him along with the usual lot easier for our family to have the vet to come
Dogs reign as the majority of the pets. supplies and medications. here and the staff was very knowledgeable,” said
Within weeks of submitting a proposal, Wonju The team saw twenty-one pets within a five- Spc. Justin Etheridge, who brought his dog, “Jaina.”
Commander, Maj. Bruce Townley contacted Maj. hour time block where general checkups, regular The day was so successful for the community
Mark Richey of the 129th MED DET to secure the vaccinations and micro-chipping services were and the 129th MED DET that the Wonju Base
service. provided. Cluster hopes to continue vet services quarterly.

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and minister to. Particularly, the chapel staffs I have

Scouts become Brownies


By F. Neil Neeley
here in Area III who have done tremendous jobs
supporting the ministry. Really, this award is more
about them, not about me,” Robinson said.
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs Alan Feistner, Deputy Commanding Officer of
USAG Humphreys - May 19 marked a special USAG Humphreys praised Robinson for the award
day of transition for USAG Humphreys and Osan he received.
Air Base Girl Scouts. “This is a huge accomplishment and we’re proud
In a special ceremony held at Humphreys’ to have Chaplain Robinson a member of our
Transformation Park, Daisy Scouts became community,” Feistner said.
Brownies, third year Brownie Scouts became Junior The MCA is a non-profit, professional support
Scouts and third year Junior Scouts became Cadets. and Veterans’ service organization founded in 1925
The scouts marked the occasion with a symbolic and chartered by the 81st Congress in 1950.
crossing over a bridge from one program to the next. The MCA’s Distinguished Service Award was
As each girl crossed, she was greeted by her initiated in 1991. Since then, the Chief of Chaplains
new peers and received a vest and pin befitting her of the five Military constituent services: the Army,
new status. Navy, Air Force, Department of Veterans Affair,
Scouts not passing over received patches and and Air Force Auxiliary Civil Patrol recommend
badges earned during the past year. nominees.
This year the scouts incorporated a beautification The MCA collects the criteria packet of nominees
project into the ceremony by planting flowers in showing their personal data, duty description, military
Transformation Park because they have been given F. NEIL N EELEY
ministry accomplishments and recognizes the
it as their area to keep nice. Brownie Scout Makena Huber pins a new outstanding ministry leadership of chaplains serving,
The ceremony was hosted by Humphreys scout Brownie pin on former Daisy Scout, Aurora Hays, one from the Active Component and the other from
leaders Geri Dunning and Tegan Schultz and planned during a ceremony marking the recent change. the Reserve Component from each service.
by the Osan scout leader. Both Scouts are from USAG Humphreys.
June 8, 2007 Page 25

19th ESC transformation continues in Busan


By Sgt. 1st Class Pam Voss
19th ESC Public Affairs
BUSAN – The 19th Sustainment Command
(Expeditionary) supported the U.S. Army’s ongoing
transformation with the Busan Storage Facility re-
designation May 31.
The re-designation ceremony also included the
deactivation of the Busan Storage Facility and
honored its last outgoing commander Lt. Col. Roger
Dansereau.
The Busan Storage Facility, now the Busan
Storage Center, changed from a Lieutenant Colonel
commander position to a Government Service civilian
manager.
“Our reputation as a high performing organization
is well deserved and justified. We consistently
exceeded the many performance matraxicies
associated with a supply and storage facility. This
was due in a large part by the outstanding staff I
was blessed to have as part of the team,” Dansereau
said in his farewell speech.
The BSC realigns under the Supply and
Transportation Directorate, Material Support Center
in Camp Carroll.
PHOTO BY SGT. 1ST CLASS PAM VOSS
“The good news is that what Roger and his team
Sgt. Maj. David G. Martinez, Operations Sergeant Major, 19 Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), rolls up the Pusan Storage
th
has built will continue as the Busan Storage Center,”
Facility flag in front of the outgoing PSF commander Lt. Col Roger R. Dansereau, and Col. Campbell D. Allison, right, MSC-K
said Brig. Gen. Raymond Mason, 19th ESC
commander at Busan Storage Center Redesignation Ceremony May 31.
Commanding General.
The mission of the storage center has not changed. when the 55th Quartermaster Base Depot in became a major subordinate group under the 19th
It will continue to provide essential depot operations, Shinagawa, Japan arrived in Korea to provide Support Command.
assisting of packing and shipping material back to quartermaster items and equipment to support Eighth “It would be fitting to thank the citizens of Busan
the states as well as the arrival of new equipment, United States Army/U.S. Forces. that have supported this facility for the last 57 years,”
and sustaining war reserve stocks. Since then the name and alignment has change Mason said, “Those colors waving out there represent
The history of BSF dates back to the Korean War and in August 1977 the USA Busan Storage Facility the most powerful alliance in the world.”

Camp Henry gates close for security upgrades


USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP HENRY – Gates here will be closed and exit for the installation. security guards.
intermittently for security upgrade construction A right turn is mandatory when exiting Gate 2 Work begins at Gate 2 on June 29 and will continue
from June 6 through July 20. when the light is red from 4;30 p.m. to 6 p.m. through July 20 with Gate 1 being used for inbound
The $1.2 million construction project, which Monday through Friday. Motorists heading to and outbound traffic.
includes the completed work at Camp Walker, Camp Walker should follow the directional arrows Pedestrians entering or leaving the installations will
entails installing permanent barriers, traffic arms around Camp Henry back to Route 63. Drivers not be affected by the gate closures or the
and guard booths. may turn left for Camp Walker or cross Route construction. All visitors will be required to sign in
Work began at Camp Henry Gate 1, adjacent 63 for Camp George when the light is green. Right and out with escorts at Gate 2.
to the Civilian Personnel Activities Center, on only on the red light and proceeding left on the Stay tuned to AFN radio and the Garrison
June 6. The gate will be closed to inbound and green arrows ensures a constant flow of traffic Information Hotline (DSN 764-4094) to receive the
outbound traffic through June 28 during which exiting Camp Henry without creating traffic jams. most current information about the gate closures,
time Gate 2 will be the only available entrance Strip maps are available upon request from the force protection conditions, demonstrations and more.

Families First: The Personal Property System Revamped most of the major changes will not be in effect until
at least the fourth quarter of 2007. Service members
CPT Cesar Casal, Client Legal Services will soon implement the Families First program as should conduct their personal property moves as they
One of the most stressful tasks associated with early as the fourth quarter of 2007. This programis always have (turning in their pink forms to their local
PCS moves is the claims process. Most aimed at streamlining the various aspects of a PCS claims office within 70 days of the date of delivery
servicemembers do not know much about the claims move and filing their claims within two years) until further
regulations, and frankly, most do not care. They just With the implementation of the Families First notice.
want to have their items repaired or replaced quickly program, it is the hope of the DoD that service For more information, visit the SDDC’s website
with a minimum amount of effort on their part. Under members will spend less time worrying over their on the Families First program at http://
the current system, the burden was placed on the property shipments and more time on adjusting to www.sddc.army.mil/public/Personal+Property/
service member to provide information and estimates their new duty station. Families+First/. You can also contact the Client Legal
to substantiate their claims. Service members will understandably be Services Office at USAG-Yongsan for more
The Department of Defense has developed and enthusiastic about the Families First program, but information at 738-8111.
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U.S. Army chief of chaplains


Daegu Area Summer
Basketball League rededicates Camp Carroll Chapel
The 2007 Daegu Area Summer Spc. Natalie E. Kapteyn
Basketball League will be held 501st SBDE
from June 11 to July 20 at Kelly
CAMP CARROLL-Chaplain
Fitness Center on Camp
Maj. Gen. David H. Hicks, chief of
Walker. The deadline for entry
chaplains, U.S. Army, participated in
is June 6 and meeting for
a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and
coaches is 12 p.m. June 8 at
Rededication Service at the Camp
K e l l y F i t n e s s C e n t e r. F o r
Carroll Chapel and spoke at the
information, call Neal Fleisher
National Prayer Luncheon at Camp
at 764-4800.
Carroll Community Activities Center,
May 24.
July 4 Sporting Events
“For someone like the highest
There will be sporting events
person in the chaplain corps to come
including 3 on 3 basketball,
here, to such a small place, and
racquetball, sand-pit volleyball
rededicate and pray for it, gives the PHOTOS SPC. NATALIE E. KAPTEYN
tournaments, 5K run and 2mile BY

From left to right: Chaplain Maj. Martin, USAG-Daegu, Command Sgt. Maj. Patricia A. Keit,
event a lot of meaning. It’s a very
walk July 4. The deadline for entry USAG-Daegu, Chaplain Col. Boone, U.S. Army, William E. Christman, USAG-Daegu deputy
memorable occasion,” said Chaplain
is June 26. Please, register at Camp commander, Chaplain Maj. Gen. David H. Hicks, U.S. Army, and Chaplain Col. Hill, U.S. Army cut
Capt. Kim Eun S., chaplain, 501st
Walker and Camp Carroll Gyms. the ribbon before the Rededication Service of Camp Carroll Chapel.
Special Troops Battalion.
For information, call Neal Fleisher
Plans for renovation of the Chapel light fixtures and a redesigned alter more efficiently to accommodate the
at 764-4800.
were introduced in 2006, when the area. Hanging in the altar is a crucifix growing community on Camp Carroll
previous chaplain, Chaplain Capt. for Catholic services that switches to for Soldiers and their Families,” said
Warrant Officer
Steven Ashbrook, requested a Chief a cross for the Protestant services by Choi.
Recruiting
of Chaplains Grant for the renovation, the push of a button, said Choi. The rededication service in the
The Warrant Officer Recruiting
said Chaplain Capt. Min, Byong K., “The chapel actually looks like a chapel had music by the KATUSA
will be held at Camps Carroll and
chaplain, United States Army Garrison- church now and the chief of chaplains Praise Team, and The National Prayer
Henry. At 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. June
Daegu. is coming all the way to Korea to Luncheon included music by Chaplain.
18 and 19, it will be at Camp
“The building was used for library rededicate it. This shows spiritual Capt. Park Se W, chaplain 498th
Carroll Education Center Bldg.
and then a theatre so the structure of support to Soldiers especially all the Command Sustainment Support
#236 RM 13 Classroom A. At 10
the building was not designed for a way up at the top of our leadership,” Battalion. Chaplain Hicks is retiring
a.m. – 1 p.m. June 20 - 22, it will
chapel. We wanted to renovate it to said Spc. Kristen M. Vizzard, soon and he shared some of his most
be at Camp Henry Education
make it a normal Army installation chaplain’s assistant, 501st Sustainment memorable military and lifetime
Center Bldg. S-1840 Classroom
chapel,” said Min. Brigade. experiences with the guests during the
202. For information, call
USAG-D received the grant and A crying room for parents has been luncheon. He wanted to tell Soldiers
Warrant Officer Olga Elliot at
started the renovation in January, said added and placed inside the sanctuary to recognize the importance of service
768-7388.
Staff Sgt. Choi, Yong S.,non- with a window and speakers so parents to their country.
commissioned officer in charge of can still hear and see the church service “We have to recognize the
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross holds USAG-Daegu chapel annex. while taking care of their children, said opportunity to embrace faith. I believe
health and safety classes 9 a.m. – “The renovation of the chapel is not Min. it is critically important being an
5 p.m. June 30 at the Red Cross just another construction on our “We found out at last week’s service American Solider with faith because it
Bldg. T1425 on Camp Henry. The installation. Camp Carroll only has that the crying room isn’t exactly sound- is what makes us survive and sustain
First Aid, CPR and AED for the one chapel and it is the center of proof,” said Vizzard with a grin. our mission. People of faith recognize
workplace are subject for the spirituality for our community,” said This renovation has increased the there is a God who allows us to live in
classes. As the class size is limited, Min, “it’s important to have that spiritual capacity by 40 people bringing it to 160, freedom, and I hope Soldiers recognize
please sign up early. For space for our spirituality.” said Choi. that what they are doing is so
information, call Jimmy Finch at The renovation made changes to the “Another purpose for the important,” said Hicks.
768-7993. sanctuary including new carpet, paint, renovations was to use the dead space

World Wide IDEA


WWIDEA will continue providing
services to those families in the
Chinhae area who qualify for the
NDSP program. WWIDEA is now
enrolling students for the 2007-
2008 school year. For general
information regarding the
WWIDEA program, please visit
our site http://www.worldwide-
idea.org/enroll.html <http://
w w w. w o r l d w i d e - i d e a . o r g /
enroll.html> ; for specific
questions and benefits information
please contact the Director of
Student Services, Amanda Hoke
amandah@wwidea.org
<mailto:amandah@wwidea.org>.
Pfc. Kim, Joo-won, USAG-Daegu, plays piano while Pfc. Kim, Tae-young plays guitar for KATUSA Praise Team during the Rededication Service.
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Signal troops compete for ‘Best Soldier’ title
By Park Hae-ju
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP WALKER – Troops from 169th Signal
Company vied for the title of ‘Best Soldier’ through
a spirited and rigorous set of military tasks and tests
May 25 here.
The competition required the Soldiers to work and
train together to build unit esprit de corps. It was the
first time the company ever held the competition.
The competition included seven events, such as
Army Physical Fitness Test, a general military
knowledge test with 100 question tests in a 30-minute
period, Army warrior tasks testing, a board with 10
questions and identifying five gigs on the Class A
uniform, land navigation, drill and ceremonies, and
4-kilometer rucksack march around the installation.
Capt. Nathan K. Goodall, 169th Signal Company
commander, and 1st Sgt. Lorenzo L. Lewis, the event
planner, put each of the 18 soldiers’ names in a hat
and drew them one at a time to form the two-Soldier
teams. The nine teams studied together for about
two months to prepare for the competition. PHOTO BY 169TH SIGNAL CO.

Spc. Tuono Pule and Pfc. Berenice Macias Spc. Tuono Pule and Pfc. Berenice Macias report to the company board as part of the 169th Signal Company’s Best Soldier
emerged victorious from the competition and earned Competition May 25. Pule and Macias earned the title of ‘Best Soldiers’.
the title of ‘Best Soldier’ for the company. Although
Macias was apprehensive, Pule said he entered the pass, 30 days off of the unit’s duty roster, Morale, Company,” said Capt. Nathan K. Goodall, the 169th
competition confident they would win. Welfare and Recreation coupons, and a plaque to Signal Company commander. Firstly, it provides us
“I knew we could win,” he said following the commemorate the accomplishment. with a chance to evaluate areas where our Soldiers
competition. Pfc. Nathaniel Householder and Pfc. Steven are strong or weak…
“He said we were gonna win,” Macias added, Royster earned second place honors, and KATUSA “This event also showed the Soldiers the value of
“and I was like, ‘I don’t know’ because I was just Soldiers Pfc. Im Joon-hyung and Pfc. Lee Ki-won preparing for a board, test, or evaluated event. Finally,
scared. In the end it was okay.” took third place. the broad scope of events for the competition ensured
Pule and Macias each received the Army “The Best Soldier Competition is a great training that our Soldiers received quality training... This was
Achievement Medal, a $100 cash prize, a four-day opportunity for Soldiers in the 169th Signal a great event,” he said.
June 8, 2007
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19th ESC member gets a letter of appreciation


By Kim Sang-yun
19th ESC Public Affairs let them steal everything. I ran down out of my
DAEGU – The Daegu Nambu Police Station building and apprehended a young man. When police
Chief Kim Sang- Geun acknowledged a 19th arrived at the scene, I handed him over to the police,”
Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) Soldier’s said Thomason.
brave act of catching a thief. The police chief said that Thomason’s act was a
It was during his off-duty hours early Sunday very brave thing which no one could easily do and
morning May 13 that Sgt. 1st Class Robert E. which would positively reflect on Korea-U.S.
Thomason, support operations, 19th ESC, caught a friendships.
thief and handed him over to the police. Because “I got involved because what they did was wrong.
of his act, the Nambu Police Station Chief invited I don’t live in this country, but I am a member of my
Thomason to his office and presented him a letter of neighborhood community. Nobody wants things like
PHOTO BY KIM SANG-YUN
appreciation, souvenir and monetary reward on May Nambu Police Station Chief Kim Sang-geun presents Sgt. 1st this taking place where they live and work regardless
18. Class Robert E. Thomason, support operations, 19th ESC, a of nationality. I will proudly display the certificate
“I was woken up by a group of young men being letter of appreciation for his brave act of catching a thief. and souvenir as a reminder. I intend on donating the
loud and disorderly outside my residence at 3:30 a.m. window which was directly over the top of the monetary reward back to the community with a
May 13. I watched 4-5 young men playing with a machine. Hearing the glass top being shattered and portion to help the KATUSA orphanage fund drive
glass top vending machine from my fourth floor footsteps fleeing the scene, I was determined not to and other charitable organizations,” said Thomason.

FIRE WISE SAFETY TIPS: Barbecue safely with gas grills


By Andrew Allen the flames suddenly flare up. If your clothes do catch containers away from potential sources of flame such
USAG-Daegu Directorate of Emergency Services on fire, drop to the ground and roll. This will help as furnaces, water heaters, and fireplaces.
Barbecue Grill Safety Tips: smother the flames before they can cause serious It’s a good policy to have a multipurpose fire
Keep your barbecue grill clean and free of grease injury. extinguisher available for minor household fires next
buildups. If accumulated grease deposits catch fire, Although decks are popular places to place to your grill.
they can be difficult to put out with water. It’s a barbecue grills, be aware that leaves, dry grass, and Always shut off the valve to propane tanks when
good idea to have a fire extinguisher close by just in other combustible materials collect under them. If a not in use.
case. smoldering match or other material drops between Never leave a hot grill unattended. Keep children
Clean the venturi tubes on gas grills regularly. the boards, it may ignite these materials and the deck. and pets at a safe distance.
Insects love to build nests in these tubes, causing If your deck is close to, or attached to your home, Wear an insulated fire retardant barbecue mitt
blockages and making the grill hard to start, or worse, this could present a very serious fire hazard. and use long handled tools designed for the grill.
forcing the gas to find somewhere else to go. Follow Never store liquid or pressurized fuels inside your Have a safe and enjoyable barbecue experience
the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning. home. Propane, gasoline, and any other flammable year round. If you have questions, please call the
Never wear loose clothing that might catch fire if liquids and gases should be stored in regulation USAG-Daegu Fire Prevention Officer at 764-5487.
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Korean Language The Morning Calm Weekly

Learn Korean Easily

The Phrase of the Week :


Week

“I’m fine.”

Konganghamnida.
I’m fine.
Vocabulary

down ‘are’

after ‘hue’

before ‘jone’

Situation of the Week : Physical Conditions


Week

I’m tired.
This story is Pigonhandeyo.

about: I’m sleepy.


Jolindeyo.

I’m sick.

USFK Momi an joundeyo.

I’m all right.


Jon kwaenchansumnida.

honors Mogi marugunyo.


I’m thirsty.

fallen Bega gopundeyo.


I’m hungry.

Korean Korean Expression of the W eek


Week

Her navel is bigger


than her belly.
Soldier Beboda beggopyi doe kuda
She’s got her priorities mixed up.

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