KADENA AIR BASE, Japan --
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In the bulletin this week at Kadena:
Notices
MUNS inventory notice
Sports physicals
Finance notices
NCO Professional
Tobacco cessation
Stress/Sleep Management seminar
Special Ops career brief
Limited legal services
Meetings
Office closure
Treasury Bonds
College registration
Check cashing for non-account holders
Dorm leaders needed
Upcoming Events
Chapel events
Change of command ceremonies
Bowling for the Ball fundraiser
Volleyball camp
Skateboarding lessons
Volunteer Opportunities
Youth football/cheerleading coordinators
Dragon Fest meeting
DoDDS volunteer opportunity
Pet sitting
Softball tourney
Coaches needed
NOTICES
MUNS inventory notice
The 18th Munitions Squadron Storage Area will conduct a 100% Munitions
Inventory Sept. 1-30. All requests for munitions items must be submitted to
Munitions Accountability no later than Aug. 20. Emergency Issues will be
the only transactions processed during this time frame. For more
information, call TSgt Jandra Bates @ 632-5309 or e-mail
kadena.FV5270@kadena.af.mil.
Sports physicals
The 18th Medical Group in conjunction with U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa will
offer walk-in sports physicals at the Kadena Medical Clinic Aug. 21 from 8
a.m. to 2 p.m. The annual walk-in clinic for sports physicals is an effort
to offer a convenient way for parents to prepare youth sports participants
for the upcoming school year. This event is open to children 6-17 years old
eligible for care at military medical facilities in Okinawa. Immunizations
required for sports participation will be offered.
Newly arrived Air Force families are requested to bring their most
up-to-date immunization record. Parents should bring their child's personal
shot records if available so, they can be updated by immunizations staff.
Students need to bring all necessary forms required for each sports
activity. All participants are required to wear athletic gear (gym shorts,
t-shirt or tank top, and athletic shoes) and must be accompanied by a parent
or guardian.
For more information regarding walk-in sports physicals, contact the Lester
Family Medicine Clinic at 643-7517, Kadena Family Practice at 630-4060 or
Kadena Pediatrics at 630-4542.
Finance notices
Thousands of current and former Air Force members remain eligible to receive
$500 in retroactive special pay for each month they were affected by stop
loss. Airmen have until Oct. 21 to apply through the Air Force Personnel
Center. For more details, visit
http://www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123215171.
The Cashier's cage at Finance will have new hours effective Aug. 9. This
means that all persons requiring OHA advances must sign in and be served NLT
11 a.m. so that all paperwork can be accomplished before the cage closes.
The new hours will be Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon.
As a reminder, no TDY's are authorized advance cash payments. Individuals
requiring advance TDY payments due to lack of a government travel card must
file a hard copy DD 1351-2 voucher to receive an EFT payment. Additionally,
the advance must be specifically authorized in the orders.
NCO Professional Enhancement Seminar
The next NCO Professional Enhancement Seminar is scheduled Aug. 16-17. The
seminar is designed for NCOs who have not had professional military
education for 3 years or more. Call Master Sgt. Jerry Laney at 634-3337 for
more information.
Tobacco cessation
Facts to consider: 1.) One out of 5 deaths (approximately 438,000 people) in
the U.S. is caused by smoking.
2.) There is enough nicotine in 4 to 5 cigarettes to kill an average adult
if ingested. 3.) Second hand smoke (contains more than 50 cancer causing
chemical compounds) leads to severe respiratory diseases and may hinder lung
growth to exposed children.
The Health and Wellness Center offers free classes/tools to combat tobacco
use. Smoking Cessation is offered for those who would like group and
one-on-one sets. You can access/register online at www.ffsonline.org, or
call 634-2499 for more information and scheduling.
Stress/Sleep Management seminar
The Mental Health Clinic will be offering a Stress/Sleep Management Seminar
Sept.10 at the Schilling Community Center in the Ball Room from 3 to 4:30
p.m. All active duty, dependents and contractors are welcome. The seminar
will be available every 2nd Friday of the month, with the next two scheduled
for Oct. 8 and Nov. 12. This is an open educational seminar; you will not
need to schedule with anyone to attend. Contact the Mental Health Clinic at
634-1266 for more information.
Special Ops career brief
The Air Force Special Operations Training Center Recruiting Office is
hosting a recruiting briefing for career opportunities with Air Force
Special Operations Command and the Air Force's only combat aviation advisory
organization, the 6th Special Operations Squadron, 1:30 to 3 p.m. August
9-10 at the Keystone Theater.
The briefing will discuss a wide range of topics including specifics on
AFSOC career opportunities, mission specific aircraft, operations tempo and
day-to-day issues AFSOC Airmen face and is open to all active-duty Air Force
personnel.
Career opportunities are limited to the following Air Force Specialty codes:
2T251, 3C171, K1A171, 2A551J, 2A373, 2A671B, 2R151, K011F3B, K011S3W,
K1A771, K011S3V, 1N051, 014N3, 1P071, K1A271, K012S3Y, K1A171, 2A572,
2A671B, J1T071, 3P071, 031P3, 1C271, 13D3A, 1T271, 013D3B, 48G3, 42G3, and
4N071C.
Personnel interested in learning more about AFSOC and 6th SOS career
opportunities can visit the http://www.afsoc.af.mil/specialtactics/ and
http://www.afsoc.af.mil/afsotc/join6th.asp before the briefings. For more
information, call 1st Lt. Ryan Teets at 634-6167.
Limited legal services
Due to limited manning, the Kadena Law Center will be limiting the number of
clients seen during legal assistance hours from now until August 10. If you
are deploying, traveling TDY, or undergoing medical procedures during this
time frame, please inform front desk personnel so that appropriate
arrangements may be made. Contact the Kadena Law Center at 634-3300 for more
information.
Meetings
- The local chapter of the Air Force Sergeants Association, which is open to
all active duty and retirees, meets Aug. 5 at 11 a.m. in the Kuba Room at
the Rocker NCO Club.
Office closure
Finance will be closed Aug. 20 for an official function. Consult the Air
Force Portal Virtual Finance Page for common military pay and entitlement
questions. For all other questions, inquiries, or issues please email
18CPTS.CustomerInquiries@Kadena.af.mil and you will receive a
response within 24-48 duty hours.
The 18th Medical Group will be closed Aug. 12 and Sept. 16 for readiness
training from noon to 5 p.m, Sept. 3 for PACAF Family Day, and Sept. 6 for
Labor Day. For emergencies, call 911 on base, 119 off base or go directly to
the U.S. Naval Hospital Emergency Department.
Treasury Bonds
The U.S. Treasury effective Oct. 1, bonds will only be available for
purchase via the Treasury Direct website. Treasury Direct Web Page
is: http://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/products/prod_tdpayrollinfo.htm. As
part of this new program, DFAS will be terminating bond allotments currently
on all members' pay accounts. To purchase bonds, members will have to go to
the Treasury Direct website and establish an account. Once that is
accomplished, the member can request, via myPay, the start of a new
discretionary allotment made payable to the Treasury.
College registration
Central Texas College will hold Fall Session 1 registration from August
9-23. Traditional lecture classes being held at the Kadena Education Center
include: Special Topics in Child Care Provider/Assistant, Introduction to
Hospitality Industry, Basic Food Preparation, and Police Systems and
Practices. Distance Learning classes are also available. Fall Session 1
classes run from August 23 through October 17th. Please contact your Kadena
CTC Site Representative for more details at 634-0711, or email
kadena.ab.oki.pfec@ctcd.edu.
Check cashing for non-account holders
Effective Aug. 1, Community Bank will no longer provide personal check
cashing services to non-deposit account holders. Cash will still be accepted
for foreign currency requests, wire transfers, check purchases, and other
services that were previously allowed with personal checks. Individuals will
still be able to get cash from the Community Bank ATMs and cash back at
points of sale. Individuals who are TDY on official travel are recommended
to use their GTC for travel expenses and personal credit/debit cards for
personal expenses.
Dorm leaders needed
Kadena Unaccompanied Housing must immediately fill two (2) vacant Airmen
Dorm Leader (8H000) positions (Dorm Managers), with a RNLT date of August
30. Applicants (E-5 and E-6) must have a minimum of one year experience as a
supervisor; possess leadership and mentorship capability; not have any
record of emotional instability, disciplinary actions, or financial
irresponsibility; ability to speak distinctly and to all levels of rank;
possess high standards of military appearance and conduct; knowledge of
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, supply, accounting, facility maintenance
procedures and management of personnel. You must have nine months remaining
on your DEROS and not receiving payment from an SRB. This is a two year
controlled non-deployable tour. If you qualify please submit:
1. Airmen Dorm Leader Application
2. Copies of last three EPRS
3. Copy of Data Verification RIP (DVB)
4. Letters of Recommendation
To apply for the positions or for more information contact unaccompanied
housing customer service at 634-4016.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Chapel events
Back to school pool party: The Kadena Air Base Chapel Youth Program (SOFA
Status Chapel Youth Grades 6-12) will host a pool party with free food and
fun at the Fairchild Pool Aug. 20 at 4:30 p.m. For more information, call
634-1288.
Wired Bean Friday Night Meal: The Kadena Chapel will have free food and fun
for dorm residents (E1-E4) at Bldg. 612 Aug. 20 beginning at 6 p.m. For more
information, call 634-1288 or visit www.kadenachapel.org.
Change of command ceremonies
- The 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron change of command ceremony is
scheduled for Aug. 31 at 3:18 p.m. in the Rocker NCO Club. Col. John R.
Ewing will relinquish command to Lt. Col. Stephen K. Donaldson.
Bowling for the Ball fundraiser
The Kadena Top 3 will host a Bowling for the Ball fundraising event at Emery
Lanes Aug. 13 from noon to 3 p.m. Cost is $12 per bowler on 4-5 person
teams. Proceeds benefit the 2010 Air Force Ball this fall. Call MSgt Stacie
Parsons at 630-4455 or A1C Charles Hertenstein at 634-4732 for more
information.
Volleyball camp
The Okinawa Volleyball Academy hosts Coach David Lacar as he conducts his
second annual volleyball camp for Okinawa girls and boys from age 10-19. The
camp sessions begin August 6 and run through Aug. 14. For more information,
visit http://www.edunet.kadena-hs.pac.dodea.edu/FETs/OVA/default.aspx.
Skateboarding lessons
There will be free 2-4 hour skateboarding lessons for ages 8 and up offbase
near Gate 3 Aug. 10 through Sep. 10. Donations are appreciated. Proceeds go
in support of a Cambodian medical/dental relief mission trip. For further
information, contact Fabian Gosin at ask_fabian@yahoo.com or call
080-6490-5088.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Youth football/cheerleading coordinators
The Okinawa Youth Football League is accepting registration for the Youth
Tackle Football and Youth Cheerleading classes for ages 5-14. Season starts
Oct. 5. Football coaches and cheerleader coordinators are NEEDED.
Remaining registration dates (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.): Aug. 14 at Kadena BX
Dragon Fest meeting
Calling all Okinawa Squadrons/Units that share the call sign "Dragons" for
the Second Annual Dragon Fest to be held this fall. This event is sponsored
by the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron Dragons. The next planning
meeting will be at 3 p.m. Aug. 6 in the Bldg. 782 training room. For more
details contact TSgt Jermaine Boyd at 634-4296, or email
jermaine.boyd@kadena.af.mil or TSgt Rusty Chase at 632-7033 or email
rusty.chase@kadena.af.mil.
DoDDS volunteer opportunity
DoDEA Pacific Area Office is looking for graphic design, public affairs and
video production volunteers to start in mid-August 2010. Work hours are 8:00
a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on weekdays, but flexible. For more information, call Naomi
Hodawanus at 644-5650 or email naomi.hodawanus@pac.dodea.edu.
Pet sitting
Volunteer to pet sit for deployed personnel by contacting Dana McIlwain at
634-2399 or dana.mcilwain@kadena.af.mil.
Softball tourney
The 18th Security Forces Squadron "Shogun Defenders" are sponsoring a
softball tournament at Kadena Four Diamonds August 13-15. Teams are
guaranteed 6 games with Round Robin play seeded into a double elimination
bracket. Cost is $160 per team. Those interested in fielding a team should
contact MSgt Sanders at brent.sanders.1@us.af.mil or at DSN 634-5069. You
can also contact MSgt Watson at clayton.watson@us.af.mil or at DSN 634-0976.
Deadline for entry is Aug. 10.
Coaches needed
Kadena Youth Sports and Fitness is looking for volunteer soccer and
volleyball coaches for its upcoming season. Coaches are needed for the
following age groups: Soccer: 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, and 13-15.
Volleyball: 9-11 and 12-15. The season begins Sept. 7 and runs until Nov.
28. Coach applications can be found at www.kadenaforcesupport.com. Call
634-1384 for additional information.