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Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012
                           Issues from last
                       Community Council meeting
                     Issue                                        Response/Plan                  Status

Email fliers to the council distribution list so   The Public Affairs Office regularly        Closed
they can email the fliers to members of their      includes Community Council members
respective organizations                           on its distribution list and will ensure
                                                   that council members receive
                                                   additional information.
The DPTMS event calendar is not always             There is a public events calendar on       Closed
current. Can we make sure the calendar is          the Fort Meade website and Facebook
up-to-date for upcoming events? Is this            page, which can be accessed on the
calendar posted on the FGGM public web             left menu. Events are also mentioned
site?                                              through all Command Information
                                                   channels.
Why is the Picerne scholarship program only        Applicants do not have to live in          Closed
online? Do you have to work or live on post        Picerne Military Housing. Picerne will
to be eligible?                                    discuss the scholarship.




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How do residents find out if they need to        Picerne does semi-annual, preventive     Closed
replace fire extinguishers?                      maintenance. Fire extinguishers are
                                                 inspected and replaced, if necessary.

Is there a resolution with regards to whether    The Garrison is evaluating a few         Open
Crossfit has been assigned another building      potential locations. A decision is
for their fitness program?                       expected within 60 days.

What is the policy for a group/organization to   FMWR is the point of contact for all     Closed
become a government (Fort Meade)                 organizations/individuals wishing to
sponsored organization/program?                  become a “legal” private organization.
                                                 For more information and assistance,
                                                 call 301-677-3772.




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Does the Commissary raise its        The Commissary has price changes twice a                Closed
prices on paydays? It appears that   month, the 1st and the 15th. It is during those times
prices are higher at the             that prices either increase or decrease depending
Commissary than in local             on which products are being promoted by various
supermarkets.                        venders. This policy is DeCA-wide and is not
                                     limited to the Fort Meade Commissary.

Building T4 has an issue when it     DPW has received the request for repairs, which         Open
rains, the building leaks; there     are estimated at $6,000. The project has been sent
may be a problem with mold           to the contractor, however we do not have an
under the carpet.                    estimated time for completion.
There is a problem with the          There are no current issues                             Closed
effectiveness of HVAC system at
Cavalry Chapel.




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                  Issue                                      Response/Plan             Status

The crosswalk near Mapes and Zimbrowski       DPW approved painting, which will be   Open
near the DINFOS Shoppette needs painted       completed as the weather allows.
and better signage.

The lines on the road near Mapes and Cooper   See above                              Open
need painted.




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There are conflicting policies (Picerne   The Garrison and Picerne Military Closed
and Garrison) regarding the age           Housing follows the same child
children can be left unattended.          supervision policy from the State
                                          of Maryland and Anne Arundel
                                          County. The policy states children
                                          8 to 17 may supervise themselves
                                          if arrangements are made for a
                                          responsible adult (21 years or
                                          older) to check on their behavior
                                          or location. All these children must
                                          have an emergency plan. At a
                                          minimum, children should have a
                                          point-of-contact accessible by
                                          telephone and available for them
                                          at all times.



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         February events

                                    Black History Month
                             •   Feb. 2: Monthly Prayer
                                 Breakfast
                             •   Feb. 2: Right Arm Night
                             •   Feb. 5: Super Bowl
                             •   Feb. 11: Tae Kwon Do
                                 Tournament
                             •   Feb. 17-20: Presidents’ Day
                                 Weekend
                             •   Feb. 19-26: Military Saves
                                 Week
                             •   Feb. 23: Black History Month
                                 Observance
                             •   Feb. 29: Facebook Town Hall

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          March events

                                  Women’s History Month
                             •   March 1: AER Kickoff
                             •   March 1: Youth Job Fair
                             •   March 11: Daylight-saving time
                             •   March 22: Women’s History
                                 Month Observance
                             •   March 28: National Prayer
                                 Luncheon




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           April events

                             Child Abuse Prevention Month
                             Month of the Military Child
                             Sexual Assault Awareness
                                Month
                             National Volunteer Month

                             •   Apr. 2-9: AA County Schools
                                 Spring Break
                             •   Apr. 8: Easter Sunrise Service
                             •   Apr. 8: Easter Brunch
                             •   Apr. 16-22: Spring Clean-up
                             •   Apr. 17: Earth Day Activities

                                        Continued on the next slide
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           April events

                                 Continued from the previous slide

                             •    Apr. 19: Day of Remembrance
                                  Observance
                             •    Apr. 19: Volunteer Appreciation
                                  Ceremony
                             •    Apr. 21: Earth Day Run
                             •    Apr. 28: Family Fun Fair




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    Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
               and Recreation
     CYS Services Partnerships: Tae Kwon Do

• Maryland State Tae Kwon Do Association Invitational
  Tournament (2012 East Coast Open Qualifier)
• An official qualifying event for the 2012 USAT Junior
  and Senior National Championships of USA
  Taekwondo (USAT).
• Sat., Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at McGill Training
  Center
   – Weigh-ins will be Feb. 10 at McGill from 6 to 9 p.m.

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    Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
               and Recreation
              CYS Services Partnerships

• Internships:
   – Work study program and employment
      • Anne Arundel Community College and Arundel High
        School
      • Child development classes
          – Hands on training: Additional development at CDCs with
            experienced employees

                                            Continued on the next slide


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    Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
               and Recreation
              CYS Services Partnerships

• Kennedy Krieger’s Teacher Child Interaction Training
      • Coaches caregivers on the best strategies for managing
        classroom behavior
• Walter Reed’s Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  Fellowship Program
   – Provides child psychiatry and social work fellows to
     assist children who have special needs
   – Staff advice


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     Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
                and Recreation
           Military Saves Week (Feb. 19-26)

• Focuses on increasing household savings and decreasing debt
• Joint effort: ACS, Fleet and Family Readiness Center and
  installation financial institutions
• Credit scores and reports class: Feb. 21, 9 to 11 a.m., ACS
• FICO credit score clinic, Feb 22, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., ACS
   • An appointment is necessary

                                           Continued on the next slide



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       Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
                  and Recreation
              Military Saves Week (Feb. 19-26)

• A Day of Financial Fitness: Feb. 23, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., ACS
   •   Attend one, several or all sessions
   •   Lunch will be provided
   •   8 to 9 a.m.: Financial planning
   •   9 to 10 a.m.: Identity theft
   •   10 to 11 a.m.: Credit report and credit scores
   •   11 a.m. to noon: Car buying
   •   Noon to 1:30 p.m.: Home buying and mortgages
   •   1:30 to 4 p.m.: Thrift Savings Plan overview
                                                 Continued on the next slide

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     Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
                and Recreation
            Military Saves Week (Feb. 19-26)

• Information table: Feb. 24, Commissary
• Basic Money Management for Youth: Feb. 24, 3 to 4 p.m.,
  Youth Center




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Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
           and Recreation
          Army Emergency Relief Campaign
                March 1 to May 15
 •   Army’s own emergency financial assistance organization
 •   This year’s goal is $80,000
 •   “Helping the Army Take Care of Its Own”
 •   Unit Key Person Training, March 1 from 10 a.m. to noon
 •   Donations can be made via
       – Unit Key Person
       – AER Section at ACS
       – www.aerhq.org
       – By mail:
          Army Emergency Relief
          200 Stovall Street, Room 5S33
          Alexandria, VA 22332-0600
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    Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
               and Recreation
          Fort Meade Youth Job Fair (March 1)

• McGill Training Center, 8452 Zimborski Ave., 3 to 6 p.m.
• Eligibility: 16 to 21 years old (Military and open to the
  public)
• Students, graduating high school seniors, entry-level
  college or vocational students are welcome
• Joint effort: Army Community Service, Fleet and Family
  Support Center, Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing
  and Regulation/One-stop Centers, and Anne Arundel
  Workforce Development Corporation
                                          Continued on the next slide
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 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
            and Recreation
         Fort Meade Youth Job Fair (March 1)

– Fort Meade Youth Job Fair (March 1)
   • Eligibility: Youth 16 – 21 years old (Military and
     open to the public)
   • On-the-spot job screening/interviews and Career
     Sessions on interviewing and resume tips




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    Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
               and Recreation
                   Right Arm Night

• Club Meade, Feb. 2, 4 to 6 p.m.
• Free food, music and prizes, including an iPad, cash
  and more
• Open to all
• Units are encourage to reserve tables for their
  organizations in advance.
• Call 301-677-6969 for more information or visit
  www.ftmeademwr.com

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    Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
               and Recreation
              Sweet hearts theme dinner

• Feb. 14 at The Course from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
• The cost is $25 per person and $45 per couple.
• Call 301-677-4333 for more information or to make
  reservations, or visit http://www.ftmeademwr.com




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    Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare
               and Recreation
        The 11th Frame Lounge at The Lanes

• Texas Hold’em moves to the 11th Frame Lounge
  starting Feb. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m.
• Karaoke
   – Every third Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m.
• NFL Super Bowl Sunday
   – Feb. 5.
   – Great food specials


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       Fleet and Family Support Center

        Fort Meade Military Spouse Job Fair

• May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at McGill Training
  Center
• Call 301-677-9014 for more information.




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           Religious Support Office

             National Prayer Luncheon

• March 28 at 11:30 a.m. at Club Meade
• Speaker: Chaplain (Maj. Gen.) Don Rutherford, Army
  chief of chaplains
• Tickets will be available through chapel staff and
  unit/directorate leaders.




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   Directorate of Public Works




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        Outcome

        Current site condition




         Final site condition
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           Directorate of Public Works
              Manor View clean-up project

• Execution
   – Phase 1: (Feb. 14 to March 14)
      • Site preparation (installing safety fencing, erosion and
        sediment controls)
   – Phase 2: (March 9 to May 15)
      • Trash excavation and off-post disposal
   – Phase 3: (May 16 to June 1)
      • Site restoration (Open, flat grass field)
• Safety controls:
   – Continuous air monitoring, fencing, no truck traffic at
     start and end of school days, and various traffic
     controls on 2nd Corps Blvd.
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            Directorate of Public Works
                        Road closure

• Water pipe installation along Mapes Road
   – Will not affect traffic flow along Mapes Road except at road
     crossings
   – Road closure will be necessary for the pipe to cross for one
     day and again for one day to repair asphalt
   – Road closure at MacArthur will be for two days over the
     weekend


                                       Continued on the next slide.




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              Directorate of Public Works
                            Road closure
•   Commissary Side Entrance Drive – close both lanes of the driveway.
     – Pipe crossing on Feb. 2. Asphalt on Feb. 16.
•   Rose Street – close both lanes of the road.
     – Pipe crossing on Feb. 8. Asphalt on Feb. 16.
•   MacArthur Road – closure of right turn lane onto westbound Mapes
    Road.
     – Traffic needs to be stopped due to proximity of construction
       activity on Feb. 18
•   MacArthur Road – shut down both center lanes of MacArthur.
•        Pipeline construction from Feb. 11-12. Asphalt on Feb. 17.

•   Road will reopen by 3 p.m.



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        Directorate of Public Works
                       Earth Day

– April 17 from noon to 4 p.m. at Burba Park.
– How can you help?
   • Participate in the planning process
   • Come to the events and activities
       – Teams are needed for the Pull Green Challenge (tug of
         war).
       – Call 301-677-6035.
   • Spread the word
– For more information, call 301-677-9188 or 301-677-
  9167.



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                   Housing

• Our “Families for Families First Scholarship
  and Grant”
• Roadway improvements continue through
  spring
• Meuse Forest Neighborhood Center
  reopening
• Bingo (Details in the February newsletter)
• Pet waste stations
• News stands
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          Installation Safety Office

• Winter safety
  – Publicity and support
  – Slipping on snow
• Hazard reporting
  – 301-677-2396
• Health promotion/resiliency
  – www.ftmeade.army.mil/safety



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                   USO Fort Meade

• Ticketline
   – Sign up at http://usometrotickets.eventbrite.com to
     receive Ticketline and USO information
• Food pantry
   – Fully stocked available at the center for active duty
     military and dependents who need assistance
   – Open to all ranks and branches daily from 9 a.m. to
     3 p.m.
   – Recipients may access once per month.
• Project Cinderella (April 21)
   – Need gently used formal dresses

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               Enlisted Spouses’ Club

• The Enlisted Spouses’ Club Scholarship Award
  – Valued at $1,500 and will be applied to the 2012-2013 academic
    school year
  – Multiple winners will be selected.
  – Eligibility:
      • High school seniors and continuing education students who were born
        1989 or later
      • Child of a service member from any branch, active duty, retired,
        deceased, reservist or National Guard
      • Service member must reside in the Fort Meade area.
  – Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student.
  – Scholarships may be used at any accredited college, university,
    business or vocational school for one year.


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                Enlisted Spouses’ Club

• The Evlyn Silva Scholarship Award of Excellence
  – Valued at $2,000 and will be applied to the 2012-2013 academic
    school year
  – This prestigious scholarship award will be awarded to one
    graduating high school senior. This year, the Armed Forces
    Communications and Electronics Association Central Maryland
    Chapter will contribute an additional $2,000 to this scholarship.
    Eligibility:
      • High school seniors
      • Child of a service member from any branch, active duty, retired,
        deceased, reservist or National Guard
      • Service member must reside in the Fort Meade area.
  – Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student.
                                             Continued on the next slide

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                Enlisted Spouses’ Club

• The Evlyn Silva Scholarship Award of Excellence
  – Scholarships may be used at any accredited college, university,
    business or vocational school for one year.
  – Applicants are required to:
      • Demonstrate continued volunteerism in their school or community
      • Submit official transcripts for their junior year and first semester of their
        senior year if in high school
      • Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA
      • Submit letters of recommendation
      • Submit a completed application with supporting documentation as listed
        in the application package, available for download Feb. 1 from
        www.ftmeadeesc.org.


 Email secondvicepresident@ftmeadeesc.org with any questions.

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                      Officers’ Spouses’ Club

• The Fort Meade Officers’ Spouses’ Club has four
  scholarships to award for the 2012-2013
  academic school year in the spring.
     –   Etta Baker Memorial Scholarship
     –   Merit Scholarship for Continued Learning
     –   JROTC Scholarship for High School Seniors
     –   Military Spouse Scholarship

•   Completed applications must be postmarked by April 1. All forms are available online at
    www.fortmeadeosc.org and at high school guidance offices.
•   Questions regarding applications or for additional information contact the OSC Scholarship
    Chair at 410.768.2076.


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                     Officers’ Spouses’ Club

•   Etta Baker Memorial Scholarship
     – The Etta Baker Memorial Scholarship was founded in honor of Etta Baker, a
         devoted military spouse. While her husband was installation commander here at
         Fort Meade, she became very involved with the OSC and the post schools. While
         he was still in command, Etta passed away. Because of her involvement in the
         Officers’ Spouses’ Club and the schools, Colonel Baker established this
         scholarship in Etta’s memory to benefit those who achieved academic success in
         high school.
     – ELIGIBILITY
          • Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 (unweighted).
          • Applicant must be a candidate for graduation from high school in Spring 2012.
          • Military Sponsor must be an Active Duty Service member and meet one of the
            three criteria: Assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland Attached to Fort Meade,
            Maryland Live on or reside within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of Fort Meade,
            Maryland.
          • Applicant must possess a valid military dependent identification card.
          • Applicant must apply and attend as a full-time student for the 2012-2013
            academic school year, at an accredited institution

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                     Officers’ Spouses’ Club

•   Merit Scholarship for Continued Learning
     – The Fort Meade Officers’ Spouses’ Club (FMOSC) will award financial
        scholarships for academic advancement to highly motivated, community minded
        individuals to further their education.
     – ELIGIBILITY:
           • Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 on a scale of 4.0 (unweighted).
           • Applicant must be a candidate for graduation from high school in Spring
             2012.
           • Military Sponsor must be an Active Duty Service member and meet one of
             the three criteria: Assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland Attached to Fort
             Meade, Maryland Live on or reside within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of Fort
             Meade, Maryland.
           • Applicant must possess a valid military dependent identification card.
           • Applicant must apply and attend as a full-time student for the 2012-2013
             academic school year, at an accredited institution.




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                     Officers’ Spouses’ Club

•   JROTC Scholarship for High School Seniors
     – The Fort Meade Officers’ Spouses’ Club (FMOSC) will award financial
       scholarships for academic achievement to deserving college bound high school
       graduates.
     – ELIGIBILITY:
         • Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 (unweighted).
         • Applicant must be a candidate for graduation from high school in Spring
           2012.
         • Military Sponsor must be an Active Duty Service member and meet one of
           the three criteria: Assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland Attached to Fort
           Meade, Maryland Live on or reside within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of Fort
           Meade, Maryland.
         • Applicant must possess a valid military dependent identification card.
         • Applicant must apply and attend as a full-time student for the 2012-2013
           academic school year, at an accredited institution




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                      Officers’ Spouses’ Club

•   Military Spouse Scholarship
     –   The Fort Meade Officers’ Spouses’ Club (FMOSC) will financial scholarships for
         academic advancement highly motivated, community minded individuals to further their
         education.
     –   ELIGIBILITY:
           • Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 on a scale of 4.0 (unweighted).
           • Must be a High School Graduate, completed a High School Equivalency
             Program(HEP) or General Education Developmental(GED) test, or currently be
             enrolled in college as of June 2012.
           • Military Sponsor must be an Active Duty Service member and meet one of the
             three criteria: Assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland Attached to Fort Meade,
             Maryland Live on or reside within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of Fort Meade,
             Maryland
           • Must currently be attending or applying to a two or four year accredited institution
             for FULL TIME undergraduate or graduate study.
           • Scholarships are not available for active duty or retired military members.
           • The applicant must possess a valid military dependent identification card.



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               Officers’ Spouses’ Club

•   7th Annual “Old Joe” Golf Tournament (April 20)
    – The Courses at Fort Meade
    – Supports scholarship and welfare programs of the Fort
       Meade Military Community

    – For registration information:
    – Visit online at www.fortmeadeosc.org
    – Or email danaoshea@hotmail.com

       The “Old Joe” Golf Tournament is open to the public



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       Office of the Staff Judge Advocate

           Fort Meade Installation Tax Center
                   4217 Roberts Ave.
• 2011
   – Generated over $3.5 million in tax refunds
   – Saved more than $320,000 in tax preparation costs
   – 1,321 federal returns and 922 state returns prepared
• Appointments are available between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Mondays
  through Fridays from Jan. 30 to Apr. 17
   – Limited night and weekend appointments available
• Call 301-677-9762 to make an appointment
• Eligibility: Service members, spouses/dependents and military
  retirees
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                Public Affairs Office

• Post welcome guides
   – Call 301-677-1109
• Maps
• Pilot news stand program
• Facebook town hall
   – Feb. 29 from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
   – Facebook.com/ftmeade




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     Garrison Commander
     Col. Edward Rothstein




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Slides from Jan. 26, 2012 Fort Meade Community Council meeting

  • 1. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Issues from last Community Council meeting Issue Response/Plan Status Email fliers to the council distribution list so The Public Affairs Office regularly Closed they can email the fliers to members of their includes Community Council members respective organizations on its distribution list and will ensure that council members receive additional information. The DPTMS event calendar is not always There is a public events calendar on Closed current. Can we make sure the calendar is the Fort Meade website and Facebook up-to-date for upcoming events? Is this page, which can be accessed on the calendar posted on the FGGM public web left menu. Events are also mentioned site? through all Command Information channels. Why is the Picerne scholarship program only Applicants do not have to live in Closed online? Do you have to work or live on post Picerne Military Housing. Picerne will to be eligible? discuss the scholarship. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 1 OF 44
  • 2. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Issues from last Community Council meeting Issue Response/Plan Status How do residents find out if they need to Picerne does semi-annual, preventive Closed replace fire extinguishers? maintenance. Fire extinguishers are inspected and replaced, if necessary. Is there a resolution with regards to whether The Garrison is evaluating a few Open Crossfit has been assigned another building potential locations. A decision is for their fitness program? expected within 60 days. What is the policy for a group/organization to FMWR is the point of contact for all Closed become a government (Fort Meade) organizations/individuals wishing to sponsored organization/program? become a “legal” private organization. For more information and assistance, call 301-677-3772. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 2 OF 44
  • 3. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Issues from last Community Council meeting Issue Response/Plan Status Does the Commissary raise its The Commissary has price changes twice a Closed prices on paydays? It appears that month, the 1st and the 15th. It is during those times prices are higher at the that prices either increase or decrease depending Commissary than in local on which products are being promoted by various supermarkets. venders. This policy is DeCA-wide and is not limited to the Fort Meade Commissary. Building T4 has an issue when it DPW has received the request for repairs, which Open rains, the building leaks; there are estimated at $6,000. The project has been sent may be a problem with mold to the contractor, however we do not have an under the carpet. estimated time for completion. There is a problem with the There are no current issues Closed effectiveness of HVAC system at Cavalry Chapel. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 3 OF 44
  • 4. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Issues from last Community Council meeting Issue Response/Plan Status The crosswalk near Mapes and Zimbrowski DPW approved painting, which will be Open near the DINFOS Shoppette needs painted completed as the weather allows. and better signage. The lines on the road near Mapes and Cooper See above Open need painted. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 4 OF 44
  • 5. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Issues from last Community Council meeting Issue Response/Plan Status There are conflicting policies (Picerne The Garrison and Picerne Military Closed and Garrison) regarding the age Housing follows the same child children can be left unattended. supervision policy from the State of Maryland and Anne Arundel County. The policy states children 8 to 17 may supervise themselves if arrangements are made for a responsible adult (21 years or older) to check on their behavior or location. All these children must have an emergency plan. At a minimum, children should have a point-of-contact accessible by telephone and available for them at all times. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 5 OF 44
  • 6. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 February events Black History Month • Feb. 2: Monthly Prayer Breakfast • Feb. 2: Right Arm Night • Feb. 5: Super Bowl • Feb. 11: Tae Kwon Do Tournament • Feb. 17-20: Presidents’ Day Weekend • Feb. 19-26: Military Saves Week • Feb. 23: Black History Month Observance • Feb. 29: Facebook Town Hall UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 6 OF 44
  • 7. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 March events Women’s History Month • March 1: AER Kickoff • March 1: Youth Job Fair • March 11: Daylight-saving time • March 22: Women’s History Month Observance • March 28: National Prayer Luncheon UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 7 OF 44
  • 8. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 April events Child Abuse Prevention Month Month of the Military Child Sexual Assault Awareness Month National Volunteer Month • Apr. 2-9: AA County Schools Spring Break • Apr. 8: Easter Sunrise Service • Apr. 8: Easter Brunch • Apr. 16-22: Spring Clean-up • Apr. 17: Earth Day Activities Continued on the next slide UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 8 OF 44
  • 9. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 April events Continued from the previous slide • Apr. 19: Day of Remembrance Observance • Apr. 19: Volunteer Appreciation Ceremony • Apr. 21: Earth Day Run • Apr. 28: Family Fun Fair UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 9 OF 44
  • 10. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation CYS Services Partnerships: Tae Kwon Do • Maryland State Tae Kwon Do Association Invitational Tournament (2012 East Coast Open Qualifier) • An official qualifying event for the 2012 USAT Junior and Senior National Championships of USA Taekwondo (USAT). • Sat., Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at McGill Training Center – Weigh-ins will be Feb. 10 at McGill from 6 to 9 p.m. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 10 OF 44
  • 11. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation CYS Services Partnerships • Internships: – Work study program and employment • Anne Arundel Community College and Arundel High School • Child development classes – Hands on training: Additional development at CDCs with experienced employees Continued on the next slide UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 11 OF 44
  • 12. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation CYS Services Partnerships • Kennedy Krieger’s Teacher Child Interaction Training • Coaches caregivers on the best strategies for managing classroom behavior • Walter Reed’s Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program – Provides child psychiatry and social work fellows to assist children who have special needs – Staff advice UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 12 OF 44
  • 13. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Military Saves Week (Feb. 19-26) • Focuses on increasing household savings and decreasing debt • Joint effort: ACS, Fleet and Family Readiness Center and installation financial institutions • Credit scores and reports class: Feb. 21, 9 to 11 a.m., ACS • FICO credit score clinic, Feb 22, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., ACS • An appointment is necessary Continued on the next slide UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 13 OF 44
  • 14. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Military Saves Week (Feb. 19-26) • A Day of Financial Fitness: Feb. 23, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., ACS • Attend one, several or all sessions • Lunch will be provided • 8 to 9 a.m.: Financial planning • 9 to 10 a.m.: Identity theft • 10 to 11 a.m.: Credit report and credit scores • 11 a.m. to noon: Car buying • Noon to 1:30 p.m.: Home buying and mortgages • 1:30 to 4 p.m.: Thrift Savings Plan overview Continued on the next slide UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 14 OF 44
  • 15. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Military Saves Week (Feb. 19-26) • Information table: Feb. 24, Commissary • Basic Money Management for Youth: Feb. 24, 3 to 4 p.m., Youth Center UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 15 OF 44
  • 16. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Army Emergency Relief Campaign March 1 to May 15 • Army’s own emergency financial assistance organization • This year’s goal is $80,000 • “Helping the Army Take Care of Its Own” • Unit Key Person Training, March 1 from 10 a.m. to noon • Donations can be made via – Unit Key Person – AER Section at ACS – www.aerhq.org – By mail: Army Emergency Relief 200 Stovall Street, Room 5S33 Alexandria, VA 22332-0600 UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 16 OF 44
  • 17. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fort Meade Youth Job Fair (March 1) • McGill Training Center, 8452 Zimborski Ave., 3 to 6 p.m. • Eligibility: 16 to 21 years old (Military and open to the public) • Students, graduating high school seniors, entry-level college or vocational students are welcome • Joint effort: Army Community Service, Fleet and Family Support Center, Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation/One-stop Centers, and Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation Continued on the next slide UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 17 OF 44
  • 18. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fort Meade Youth Job Fair (March 1) – Fort Meade Youth Job Fair (March 1) • Eligibility: Youth 16 – 21 years old (Military and open to the public) • On-the-spot job screening/interviews and Career Sessions on interviewing and resume tips UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 18 OF 44
  • 19. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Right Arm Night • Club Meade, Feb. 2, 4 to 6 p.m. • Free food, music and prizes, including an iPad, cash and more • Open to all • Units are encourage to reserve tables for their organizations in advance. • Call 301-677-6969 for more information or visit www.ftmeademwr.com UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 19 OF 44
  • 20. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Sweet hearts theme dinner • Feb. 14 at The Course from 5:30 to 8 p.m. • The cost is $25 per person and $45 per couple. • Call 301-677-4333 for more information or to make reservations, or visit http://www.ftmeademwr.com UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 20 OF 44
  • 21. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation The 11th Frame Lounge at The Lanes • Texas Hold’em moves to the 11th Frame Lounge starting Feb. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. • Karaoke – Every third Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. • NFL Super Bowl Sunday – Feb. 5. – Great food specials UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 21 OF 44
  • 22. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Fleet and Family Support Center Fort Meade Military Spouse Job Fair • May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at McGill Training Center • Call 301-677-9014 for more information. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 22 OF 44
  • 23. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Religious Support Office National Prayer Luncheon • March 28 at 11:30 a.m. at Club Meade • Speaker: Chaplain (Maj. Gen.) Don Rutherford, Army chief of chaplains • Tickets will be available through chapel staff and unit/directorate leaders. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 23 OF 44
  • 24. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Public Works UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 24 OF 44
  • 25. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Outcome Current site condition Final site condition UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 25 OF 44
  • 26. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Public Works Manor View clean-up project • Execution – Phase 1: (Feb. 14 to March 14) • Site preparation (installing safety fencing, erosion and sediment controls) – Phase 2: (March 9 to May 15) • Trash excavation and off-post disposal – Phase 3: (May 16 to June 1) • Site restoration (Open, flat grass field) • Safety controls: – Continuous air monitoring, fencing, no truck traffic at start and end of school days, and various traffic controls on 2nd Corps Blvd. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 26 OF 44
  • 27. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Public Works Road closure • Water pipe installation along Mapes Road – Will not affect traffic flow along Mapes Road except at road crossings – Road closure will be necessary for the pipe to cross for one day and again for one day to repair asphalt – Road closure at MacArthur will be for two days over the weekend Continued on the next slide. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 27 OF 44
  • 28. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Public Works Road closure • Commissary Side Entrance Drive – close both lanes of the driveway. – Pipe crossing on Feb. 2. Asphalt on Feb. 16. • Rose Street – close both lanes of the road. – Pipe crossing on Feb. 8. Asphalt on Feb. 16. • MacArthur Road – closure of right turn lane onto westbound Mapes Road. – Traffic needs to be stopped due to proximity of construction activity on Feb. 18 • MacArthur Road – shut down both center lanes of MacArthur. • Pipeline construction from Feb. 11-12. Asphalt on Feb. 17. • Road will reopen by 3 p.m. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 28 OF 44
  • 29. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Directorate of Public Works Earth Day – April 17 from noon to 4 p.m. at Burba Park. – How can you help? • Participate in the planning process • Come to the events and activities – Teams are needed for the Pull Green Challenge (tug of war). – Call 301-677-6035. • Spread the word – For more information, call 301-677-9188 or 301-677- 9167. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 29 OF 44
  • 30. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Housing • Our “Families for Families First Scholarship and Grant” • Roadway improvements continue through spring • Meuse Forest Neighborhood Center reopening • Bingo (Details in the February newsletter) • Pet waste stations • News stands UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 30 OF 44
  • 31. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Installation Safety Office • Winter safety – Publicity and support – Slipping on snow • Hazard reporting – 301-677-2396 • Health promotion/resiliency – www.ftmeade.army.mil/safety UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 31 OF 44
  • 32. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 USO Fort Meade • Ticketline – Sign up at http://usometrotickets.eventbrite.com to receive Ticketline and USO information • Food pantry – Fully stocked available at the center for active duty military and dependents who need assistance – Open to all ranks and branches daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Recipients may access once per month. • Project Cinderella (April 21) – Need gently used formal dresses UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 32 OF 44
  • 33. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Enlisted Spouses’ Club • The Enlisted Spouses’ Club Scholarship Award – Valued at $1,500 and will be applied to the 2012-2013 academic school year – Multiple winners will be selected. – Eligibility: • High school seniors and continuing education students who were born 1989 or later • Child of a service member from any branch, active duty, retired, deceased, reservist or National Guard • Service member must reside in the Fort Meade area. – Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student. – Scholarships may be used at any accredited college, university, business or vocational school for one year. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 33 OF 44
  • 34. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Enlisted Spouses’ Club • The Evlyn Silva Scholarship Award of Excellence – Valued at $2,000 and will be applied to the 2012-2013 academic school year – This prestigious scholarship award will be awarded to one graduating high school senior. This year, the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association Central Maryland Chapter will contribute an additional $2,000 to this scholarship. Eligibility: • High school seniors • Child of a service member from any branch, active duty, retired, deceased, reservist or National Guard • Service member must reside in the Fort Meade area. – Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student. Continued on the next slide UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 34 OF 44
  • 35. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Enlisted Spouses’ Club • The Evlyn Silva Scholarship Award of Excellence – Scholarships may be used at any accredited college, university, business or vocational school for one year. – Applicants are required to: • Demonstrate continued volunteerism in their school or community • Submit official transcripts for their junior year and first semester of their senior year if in high school • Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA • Submit letters of recommendation • Submit a completed application with supporting documentation as listed in the application package, available for download Feb. 1 from www.ftmeadeesc.org. Email secondvicepresident@ftmeadeesc.org with any questions. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 35 OF 44
  • 36. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Officers’ Spouses’ Club • The Fort Meade Officers’ Spouses’ Club has four scholarships to award for the 2012-2013 academic school year in the spring. – Etta Baker Memorial Scholarship – Merit Scholarship for Continued Learning – JROTC Scholarship for High School Seniors – Military Spouse Scholarship • Completed applications must be postmarked by April 1. All forms are available online at www.fortmeadeosc.org and at high school guidance offices. • Questions regarding applications or for additional information contact the OSC Scholarship Chair at 410.768.2076. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 36 OF 44
  • 37. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Officers’ Spouses’ Club • Etta Baker Memorial Scholarship – The Etta Baker Memorial Scholarship was founded in honor of Etta Baker, a devoted military spouse. While her husband was installation commander here at Fort Meade, she became very involved with the OSC and the post schools. While he was still in command, Etta passed away. Because of her involvement in the Officers’ Spouses’ Club and the schools, Colonel Baker established this scholarship in Etta’s memory to benefit those who achieved academic success in high school. – ELIGIBILITY • Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 (unweighted). • Applicant must be a candidate for graduation from high school in Spring 2012. • Military Sponsor must be an Active Duty Service member and meet one of the three criteria: Assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland Attached to Fort Meade, Maryland Live on or reside within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of Fort Meade, Maryland. • Applicant must possess a valid military dependent identification card. • Applicant must apply and attend as a full-time student for the 2012-2013 academic school year, at an accredited institution UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 37 OF 44
  • 38. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Officers’ Spouses’ Club • Merit Scholarship for Continued Learning – The Fort Meade Officers’ Spouses’ Club (FMOSC) will award financial scholarships for academic advancement to highly motivated, community minded individuals to further their education. – ELIGIBILITY: • Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 on a scale of 4.0 (unweighted). • Applicant must be a candidate for graduation from high school in Spring 2012. • Military Sponsor must be an Active Duty Service member and meet one of the three criteria: Assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland Attached to Fort Meade, Maryland Live on or reside within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of Fort Meade, Maryland. • Applicant must possess a valid military dependent identification card. • Applicant must apply and attend as a full-time student for the 2012-2013 academic school year, at an accredited institution. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 38 OF 44
  • 39. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Officers’ Spouses’ Club • JROTC Scholarship for High School Seniors – The Fort Meade Officers’ Spouses’ Club (FMOSC) will award financial scholarships for academic achievement to deserving college bound high school graduates. – ELIGIBILITY: • Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 (unweighted). • Applicant must be a candidate for graduation from high school in Spring 2012. • Military Sponsor must be an Active Duty Service member and meet one of the three criteria: Assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland Attached to Fort Meade, Maryland Live on or reside within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of Fort Meade, Maryland. • Applicant must possess a valid military dependent identification card. • Applicant must apply and attend as a full-time student for the 2012-2013 academic school year, at an accredited institution UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 39 OF 44
  • 40. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Officers’ Spouses’ Club • Military Spouse Scholarship – The Fort Meade Officers’ Spouses’ Club (FMOSC) will financial scholarships for academic advancement highly motivated, community minded individuals to further their education. – ELIGIBILITY: • Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 on a scale of 4.0 (unweighted). • Must be a High School Graduate, completed a High School Equivalency Program(HEP) or General Education Developmental(GED) test, or currently be enrolled in college as of June 2012. • Military Sponsor must be an Active Duty Service member and meet one of the three criteria: Assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland Attached to Fort Meade, Maryland Live on or reside within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of Fort Meade, Maryland • Must currently be attending or applying to a two or four year accredited institution for FULL TIME undergraduate or graduate study. • Scholarships are not available for active duty or retired military members. • The applicant must possess a valid military dependent identification card. UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 40 OF 44
  • 41. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Officers’ Spouses’ Club • 7th Annual “Old Joe” Golf Tournament (April 20) – The Courses at Fort Meade – Supports scholarship and welfare programs of the Fort Meade Military Community – For registration information: – Visit online at www.fortmeadeosc.org – Or email danaoshea@hotmail.com The “Old Joe” Golf Tournament is open to the public UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 41 OF 44
  • 42. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Office of the Staff Judge Advocate Fort Meade Installation Tax Center 4217 Roberts Ave. • 2011 – Generated over $3.5 million in tax refunds – Saved more than $320,000 in tax preparation costs – 1,321 federal returns and 922 state returns prepared • Appointments are available between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays from Jan. 30 to Apr. 17 – Limited night and weekend appointments available • Call 301-677-9762 to make an appointment • Eligibility: Service members, spouses/dependents and military retirees UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 42 OF 44
  • 43. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Public Affairs Office • Post welcome guides – Call 301-677-1109 • Maps • Pilot news stand program • Facebook town hall – Feb. 29 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. – Facebook.com/ftmeade UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 43 OF 44
  • 44. Community Council – Jan. 26, 2012 Garrison Commander Col. Edward Rothstein UNCLASSIFIED Jan. 26, 2012 44 OF 44