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SaluteVolume III No. 10 May 26, 2011

Captain Mark R. Whitney—CommanderRichard L. Tift—Executive DirectorMary Anne Mascianica—Public Affairs OfficerJessica J. Borrelli—Editor

Deadline for next issue: May 27Next issue: June 9Send correspondence to: Salute, Code 11611400 Farragut Avenue, Bremerton, WA 98314-5001Telephone: DSN 439-2544Commercial: 360-476-2544 E-mail: psns.pao.fct@navy.mil

Captain Mark R. WhitneyCommander, PSNS & IMF

One Team, Getting the Job Done!

On the Cover:Memorial Day, originally called

Decoration Day, is a day of remem-brance for those who have died in service to our country. According to usmemorialday.org, “Memo-rial Day was officially proclaimed on 5 May 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, in his General Order No. 11, and was first observed on 30 May 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery.”Thank you to our service men

and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. You are not forgotten.Cover and poem by Michele Fletcher.Cover photo by Allan Pajimula.

PatriotismLast weekend, at the 63rd an-

nual Bremerton Armed Forces Day Parade—the nation’s largest and longest-running Armed Forces Day parade—I had the distinct honor as your Commander to ride in this event, once again, with my sons. This is my favorite Armed Forces Day event because when riding through the streets of downtown Bremerton, I am reminded of why I am proud to be a part this com-munity—people are so supportive of this nation’s armed forces, which includes the work of those at this Command who are supporting our country. It was reported that 20,000 people lined the streets of down-town Bremerton this year despite the morning clouds and drizzle. Through the rain, support and pa-triotism are two words that came to mind when watching the crowd as they cheered on active duty men and women, local politicians, high school marching bands and drill teams, and even steel beams from the World Trade Center, as they traveled down Pacific Avenue. Between the parade and the Navy League Armed Forces Day Gala, it is inspiring to see civil-ian and military community mem-bers come together for one cause—to support our nation’s armed forces … those who have served, those who are currently serving and those who have paid the ultimate price for our country. This year’s parade’s Grand Mar-

shal, Major General Richard Mills (USMC), who just returned to the states from Afghanistan serving as Commander, Regional Command (Southwest) and Commanding General, 1 Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward), stated that despite the less-than-ideal weather condi-tions, seeing people waving flags and shouting thank you, he was

impressed by the level of support of the armed forces in Bremerton. I absolutely agree with him.And that support doesn’t stop

there—next week, we will honor Memorial Day. This is a time to honor, remember and pay our respects to those who have given their all for our great country. This Memorial Day, I hope you recog-nize the National Moment of Re-membrance, and observe a minute of silence at 3 p.m. local time. It is so important to pause and remem-ber those who have given their lives in defending our nation’s freedom.With Armed Forces Day and Me-

morial Day past, that means sum-mer has arrived. With the warming temperatures and the sun gracing us with its presence, it’s easy to want to have some fun in the sun. Please don’t let this excitement get in the way of keeping safety, both at work and at home, as your top pri-ority. On the waterfront, when on vacation, even barbecuing in your backyard, take your time, check your surroundings and keep safety at the forefront of your minds.See you on the waterfronts!

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Secretary of De-fense Robert M. Gates announced in a press release May 11 the presi-dent’s nominations for flag officer. CAPT Mark Whitney, Commander, PSNS & IMF has been nominated for appoint-ment to the rank of rear admiral (lower half). Whitney has served as the Commander of PSNS & IMF since May of 2008. Congratulations, sir!

Occasionally, situations arise that we could not have planned for nor imagined. For this quarter, GEORGE WASHINGTON was a first in many ways. However, as the unthinkable events unfolded in Japan, the Com-mand demonstrated our resiliency to stay focused as a united and aligned work force. The more complex and challenging the issues we encoun-tered, the more determined and dedi-cated we became in finding and driv-ing positive outcomes. All the while, we pressed on with other waterfront projects and commitments.

Inactivation, Reactor Compartment Disposal and Recycling• DRUM (SSN 677) has been recycled and the reactor compartment package is awaiting its voyage to Hanford. This project undocked 20 days early and supported timely testing of the new dry dock caisson. • IRR Program Pier 7 Facilities were built by Code 980 and only need some interior work finished to be complete.• OMAHA (SSN 692) and CINCIN-NATI (SSN 693) are preparing to go into dry dock in June.• LOS ANGELES (SSN 688) has com-pleted inactivation drains/defueling work, forward circularity cut and bow push. The project is now focused on forward main ballast tanks and shaft removal. • Process improvement has been a focus area for the IRR program. The SSN 688, 692 and 693 have started their Group 4 removal work by install-ing new visual aids to assist in effi-cient removal of equipment in those areas. The IRR program continues to work on meeting air quality control standards by developing a variety of cold cutting alternatives, ventilation and containment schemes. The IRR program is partnering with Shop 64 to reduce the amount of physical labor and associated injuries while remov-ing special hull treatment and sound damping tile. Several ideas are being developed in this area such as heat in-

duction equipment and other removal alternatives.

SEAWOLF Class• After completion of a continuous maintenance period in January and February, USS CONNECTICUT (SSN 22) spent most of March and April at sea. While at sea, CONNECTICUT par-ticipated in ICEX 2011 with USS NEW HAMPSHIRE (SSN 778), during which time the ships conducted testing of submarine operations in arctic waters. Currently, the CONNECTICUT project team is executing the final continuous maintenance period in preparation for the boat’s next WESTPAC deploy-ment. At the completion of deploy-ment, CONNECTICUT will begin a dry docking Depot Modernization Period. DMP planning is well underway and the continuous maintenance team is making the transition to become the DMP team.• As we know, the work force has been spread out throughout the Com-mand; the USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21) team is adapting to meet the challeng-es of scheduling and the completion of

the remaining work. Team SEAWOLF continues to make progress toward undocking.

SSGN Class• USS OHIO (SSGN 726): Employees are currently working in Guam to com-plete the fourth off-station SSGN Voy-age Repair Period during the current fiscal year. Highlights include emergent repairs to 70KW Motor Generators, EPM Clutch Assy, installation removal of Logistics Escape Trunks, LPAC replacement, piping repairs and mast replacements. Challenges of keeping SSGNs in updated fighting form are being met onboard every in-port day by the motivated members of the Code 398 SSGN Team at home and deployed.

SSBN Class• Work on USS PENNSYLVANIA (SSBN 735) has been sailing along at an even pace. The project recently faced major challenges related to electrical upgrades and electric plant re-energization.

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Heartbeats from the waterfrontSubmitted by Code 300

4 Look in the next Salute for the Code 106 profile!

Profiling shops and codes at PSNS & IMF, Bremerton siteA multi-year series

The Radiological Control Office was established in 1962 as Code 732. Bob Kelly was the first Director. He hired Dave Corey and John Dietzman to assist him as engi-neers/health physicists, and the first technicians—Larry Waggoner, Bob Mussman and Dennis Anderson—came aboard in 1963. The first nuclear submarine availability started in July 1965. In 1968, radiation monitoring techni-cians were transferred to a newly formed division, Code 137. In 1970, the Radiological Control Office, Code 105, was formed. There were four divisions at that time.

Code 105 has grown significantly since its humble be-ginnings. The code now has 11 divisions with 468 people and is still growing. The majority of the code’s work force consists of radiological control technicians, health physicists and nuclear engineers.

Code 105 is responsible for ensuring radiation exposure and radioactivity are controlled within NAVSEA limits and local control levels, and making sure the levels are maintained as low as reasonably achievable. The code is also responsible to ensure the protection of workers, the public and the environment during conduct of radiologi-cal work. This is accomplished by conducting oversight of work processes, reviewing technical work documents, maintaining nuclear power manuals, controlling ra-dioactive material and waste, training the work force, controlling radioactive sources, monitoring radiation ex-posure, monitoring the environment, analyzing samples, and developing policies and procedures for response to radiological emergencies. They also maintain a detach-ment in both San Diego and Japan.

Code 105 recently had the opportunity to assist the fleet in support of Operation Tomodachi—the humanitarian effort in Japan—following the earthquake and tsunami. They sent many people to work with Seventh Fleet aboard ships and at bases to assist them in their efforts to deliver supplies to the Japanese people.

Code 105, Radiological Control Department

• Executive Director—Ruth Wain• Director, PACNORWEST—Mark Johnson• Director, San Diego—Mike Nienow• Director, Japan—Tom Murphy• Director, Backshift—Bill Burton

“[I like] the ability to get to know and work with a variety of people—from our code, other shops and codes within the shipyard, as well as people in other shipyards—all with the common goal of doing the best job we can.”—Alan Howard, Code 105.3, Physical Science Technician

“[I like] ‘the Shoe’ and how he has inspired the work force, our authority to say ‘no,’ and Ruth Wain’s commit-ment to a safe and healthy work environment. —Becky Wiles, Code 105.3, Physical Science Technician

“It’s an extended family.”—Mark Johnson, Code 105.1, Director of Radiological Controls

“We are always ready to respond to emergencies due to the diligence of practice and performance and cohe-sive team members. I like the way we evolve with each new situation and experience. I believe strongly that our executive leadership encourages strong divisions to make us perform well as a code. We are all connected as a team and I love working with all the folks.”—Kathi Patik, Code 105.4, Administrative Support Technician

“Working for 105.10 in Japan every day is a chal-lenge. Much like an episode of Star Trek, I feel like we have saved the universe at the end of the day. It’s a great feeling.”—Troy Johnson, Code 105.1, Supervisor Health Physicist

“The people [are] dynamic, diverse and dedicated.” —Joe Diabo, Code 105.3, Radcon Tech

“I get to interact on a daily basis with a diverse group of people from many different shops, codes and the military who possess different skills and knowledge; in doing so, I find I learn something new and interest-ing on a daily basis.”—Pat Berry, Code 105.42, Health Physicist Instructor

What do you like about working in Code 105?

The Code 105 story Code 105 employees in Japan, helping with Operation Tomodachi.

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In spite of the technical hurdles they’ve faced, good teamwork and dedication pulled them through. As the summer approaches, the team looks forward to the major event of undocking the ship. The project thanks their great crew and the work force for continued hard work and dedication.

Aircraft Carriers• The USS NIMITZ project, which consists of 656,000 total man days including PSNS & IMF, private sector and ship’s force work, just passed the 50 percent mark for its dry dock period. The team continues to focus on, and diligently progress, in-plant electrical work which involves numer-ous upgrades to ship’s instrument and control systems, shaft and rudder refurbishment, propeller replacement, tank work, hull repair and painting. This Docking Planned Incremental Availability work package includes 150 different ship alts. The team is working hard and mitigating chal-lenges to meet imminent project mile-stones, which are: “Complete Work to Support Flood Dock” and “Complete Work to Support Production Comple-tion Date.” On Wednesday, May 4, the project team celebrated the 36th

anniversary of USS NIMITZ with an all-hands barbeque lunch.• Following an extensive overseas de-ployment, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72) arrived at Naval Station Everett in late March for a back-to-back upkeep and Carrier Incremental Avail-ability. The upkeep is wrapping up, which included extensive pre-overhaul testing for Newport News, and the availability is scheduled to start soon. Numerous jobs have had a consider-able amount of growth work; the team overcame the obstacles and continues to complete work on time to support the production completion date. In addition, there have been numerous CASREPs initiated since the ship’s arrival and the project, as a whole, has successfully worked through all of them. In April, inspections of the ship’s main engines by an outside contractor revealed repairs would be required on two of the engines prior to their resum-ing operation. A Tiger Team approach was taken to affect these repairs and a team comprised of individuals who performed the emergent repairs on car-riers in the recent past was assembled and hit the ground running to return the ship to the fleet as soon as possible. • The Command supported a historic

event in getting USS GEORGE WASH-INGTON (CVN 73) underway on March 21 just days after the unfortu-nate earthquake, tsunami and subse-quent events surrounding the Fuku-shima Diaichi nuclear power plants. The men and women of PSNS & IMF and Norfolk Naval Shipyard rose to the occasion and showed what naval shipyards can do when asked by our Navy and country. For three weeks while the ship was at sea, the Selected Restricted Availability maintenance continued at a record pace. GW is back in Yokosuka where many of the men and women have returned to finish the SRA to make GW fully ready for any tasking.• USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN 74): The project team completed the cur-rent upkeep in April, accomplishing six CASREPS during this period along with emergent piping repairs. The team also repaired damage sustained during the ship’s last underway pe-riod caused by an explosion of a jet’s engine on the flight deck. Information was unavailable this quarter

on USS JIMMY CARTER (SSN 23) and Bangor site projects.

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The crew of RODNEY M. DAVIS would like to extend our greatest appreciation for the exceptional technical support provided by Mr. Dan Hines and his team in the troubleshooting and repair of our scullery, which had been plagued by cascading problems. Not only did they pro-vide great training, but hands-on, practical instruction, as well.The steadfast determination and

tenacious efforts of Dan Hines and team are most commendable. Thank you again and Bravo Zulu!

CDR Scott F. Robertson, Commanding Officer,

USS RODNEY M. DAVIS (A 1)

Shop 99 recently lost a beloved member of its family—Joseph Pruitt, shop safety advocate, passed away April 10, 2011. He leaves behind a loving wife, two daughters and countless friends and family who will miss him dearly. Joe was an avid motorcycle rider and spent many hours perfecting his machine which contributed mightily to the free-spirited persona he displayed. Joe was a valuable member of the work team; he will be missed by all.

In Memoriam

Joe Pruitt with one of his sisters.

Bravo Zulu

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On Page 7 of the May 12, 2011, Salute, the photo for the Code 400 Employee of the Quarter was of Charles Skinner and not of the actual award recipient—Joseph Hernandez (pictured to the left). Code 400 regrets the error.

Correction

Employees of the Quarter

Colin Maloney always looks out for his co-workers’ safety.For example, Maloney was working with and men-

toring a mechanic on the overhead crane electrical distribution discussing the proper method to secure power. While observing the mechanic operate the disconnect switch to secure power, Maloney heard and saw the mechanic receive what appeared to be a shock. Maloney took all proper actions to ensure the employee was safe and the incident was reported. He has genuine concern for the safety of the me-

chanics he works alongside, keeping safety a priority in all he does. Recently, Maloney was working with a fellow mechanic when the co-worker

became disoriented. He knew this worker to be diabetic. His quick actions got the employee’s blood sugar in control and helped him regain his orientation. He sets a good example in his actions and thoughtfulness.

It was a challenging situation. Work could not start until the situation was resolved. Many jobs were being held up; the schedule was in jeopardy. It was up to John Barros, Code 950, and his team to get the ball rolling. Two of Barros’ team members had just received

the qualifications needed to perform the work, so they had no experience on this work. The odds were mounting against Barros. He took charge of the situation and methodically

took the team step-by-step through the development of their now historic plan. Never looking back and

ignoring all of the naysayers, Barros led his team. In spite of schedule pressure, he remained steadfast. Providing 100 percent oversight, Barros never wavered from the plan. He kept

vigil over his workers, watching closely for any signs of fatigue. They all knew the importance of what they were doing and were determined to keep focused and safe.The work was completed without event. An unmatched victory now belongs

to Code 950 and PSNS & IMF. This was all due to the incredible performance of John Barros and the leadership he provided for his team.

Code 950 Safe Employee of the Quarter

Code 950 Supervisor of the Quarter

On April 29, 2011, a retirement ceremony was held honoring Mike Pursey, electrical branch manager, Code 833, for his 38 years of federal service. He was relieved by Ron Cain, former general foreman, Code 833. “You all have been a bright point in

my life and I value you beyond your wildest knowledge,” Pursey said to the large crowd assembled in the Mo-tor Repair Shop where the ceremony was held. “I pray that each of you have health and happiness. Be safe, be well and love each other.” Cain, a 35-year veteran of federal

service, has spent 24 years at IMF and knows and appreciates the “IMF way of doing business.” He began his ca-reer in 1976 when he entered the Shop 51 Electrical Apprenticeship Program at PSNS. In 1984, he took a promotion-al opportunity to shift to Bangor into the then Weapons Repair Department, Shop 51C. In 1987, he was promoted to first-line supervisor on the graveyard shift, supervising personnel in shops 35A, 51C and 67H. Reorganization in 1992 merged Shop 51C into the Repair Department, but Cain remained in the Weapons Department until he took a promotion to the position of Code 330 general foreman in the Electrical Repair Division.“I have tremendous respect and

admiration for the mechanics and supervisors in our division who are instrumental in supporting the TRIDENT mission,” Cain said. “I miss being fully involved in production as a waterfront general foreman, but with [Pursey’s retirement], I wanted to work toward becoming branch manager so I would be in a position to sustain and improve upon what was established during Mike’s tenure.”One way Cain intends to build upon Pursey’s legacy is through

the continued implementation of Lean principles with a focus on divisional cell development. This process has already begun inside Shop 51A with the motor repair value stream. He also intends to focus on mentoring and training the future leaders of IMF as Pursey had done.Cain is married, has two grown children and four grandchildren.

In his off time, he enjoys fishing, playing music, classic muscle cars, restoration of original vintage license plates and RVing.

Electrical branch manager plans to continue retiree’s legacyBy FC2(SW) Jared Mantooth, PSNS & IMF Bangor, Public Affairs Office

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Did you know PSNS & IMF is the titanium center of excellence on the West Coast? The Command recently certified the completion of the new titanium welding and fabrication facil-ity located in Bldg. 107 at the east end of the Shipyard. The new facility has already been utilized to successfully complete titanium welding on the SEAWOLF project.Titanium is a little more than half

the weight of steel, yet one and a half times stronger. Titanium alloys can be approximately three times stronger than aluminum while only weighing one and a half times more. The cost for titanium alloy is higher initially, but due to its strength and high resistance to cracking and seawater corrosion, there is far less maintenance needed in comparison with other common materials. Titanium piping systems are designed to last for the life of the vessel unlike copper nickel systems that need to be replaced two or three times in the life of the vessel. This was the reason the Navy replaced copper-nickel with titanium for seawater pip-ing systems on its LDP 17 San-Antonio Class of ships.Welding and fabricating titanium

requires additional controls but is not much more difficult than work-ing with other materials. The differ-ence with titanium is the need for an elevated attention to detail regarding cleanliness. Common elements in air like carbon, nitrogen, hydrogen and

oxygen, when introduced while welding, can easily cause the material to lose its desired properties. The dew point tempera-ture—the temperature in which moisture in gas condenses—must be closely monitored and controlled to -60°F to weld titanium. Reducing the dew point tempera-ture will minimize impu-rities like hydrogen and oxygen while welding. With the new titanium facility, those involved in titanium welding and fabrication can control

and maintain a high level of cleanli-ness and quality. The new facility allows for an ability to segregate tools used only on titanium, maintain clean-liness, and control the temperature and humidity in the work area. One way impurity prevention is con-

trolled is by purging the part or pipe to be welded with weld gas, internally and externally (below). Specialized equipment is used to maintain weld quality including a purge containment glove box (above). The glove box is an enclosed containment that controls

and maintains an atmosphere of inert gas to prevent impurity entrapment during welding. Shop 26 welders and Shop 56 pipefitters work together us-ing clean handling techniques to pre-vent the material being welded from coming into contact with impurities.Welding, handling and fabricating

titanium is no new task for workers at the Command. PSNS & IMF has been a NAVSEA-approved fabrication site since 2002. In 2005, welding repairs were performed by PSNS & IMF em-ployees at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute to maintain the Navy’s deep submergence vessel, ALVIN. Other work has included the installation and repair of piping systems on USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72) and USS JIMMY CARTER (SSN 23).Rich Connell, Shop 26 welding in-

structor, and Weld Shop management, maintain the training and proficiency testing for all qualified welders in the titanium welding program. Out of more than 400 qualified welding per-sonnel at PSNS & IMF, there are only 10 qualified titanium welders who do this detailed work. With the addition of the new titanium welding facility and the history of success in the titanium program, PSNS & IMF can maintain first-time quality with every job.

PSNS & IMF—the titanium center of excellence on the West CoastChris Melvin, Code 138 Welding Engineering

Robert Santo, one of an elite titanium welding team (right), assists in a titanium repair by provid-ing argon shielding gas support.

Julie Smith stages work to be performed in an argon cham-ber where titanium can be welded free of impurities such as nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen and carbon. When these elements are introduced during welding, the desirable properties of the material are lost.

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On April 12, 2011, GSM1(SW) Clayton Wheeler, Code 832, returned from his Individual Augmentee tour in Guanta-namo Bay, Cuba, at Camp Six after serving there more than a year. In Cuba, Wheeler dealt with a dynamic situation where every move or decision could have made the differ-ence between life and death. “Some of the individuals held in Camp Six are the most

dangerous criminals our country has ever encountered,” he said.This can make even simple, day-to-day interactions a life-

threatening event. Safe, humane and transparent care of detained prisoners is the goal of everyone who participates in the tour of duty while at Guantanamo Bay. However, what made Wheeler’s tour unique was his ability to excep-tionally perform his duties while not forgetting about his own professional growth. Wheeler not only advanced to the rank of Petty Officer First Class but he also received his fifth Navy Achievement Medal during the 383-day tour.“When I left, I was anxious, nervous and very home sick,”

Wheeler said. “After receiving the training and performing my duties for a long time, I realized it made me a better leader, more patient and much more confident. I learned to

be an example to junior Sailors by following written proce-dures and never wavering from what I knew was right.”Overall, his experience at Camp Six was positive and the

most difficult part of the tour was being separated from his family. Nothing is more important than family,” he said. “My

wonderful wife and kids were my support while I was gone. Whether it was a care package, pictures of my kids or even a simple phone call, they were always there for me when I needed them.”“I am very proud of GSM1 Wheeler and all our IA Sail-

ors,” said Capt. Don Neubert, IMF Commanding Officer, upon Wheeler’s return. “I ask that you seek him out to thank him for the sacrifices he and his family made in service to our country. … All of our heroes are not home yet. Today, we still have 10 PSNS & IMF Sailors currently assigned to Overseas Contingency Operations in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait. Keep them in your thoughts and prayers as we wait for their safe return.”For now, though, IMF can celebrate the return of one of its

own and share in the relief that his family is experiencing with his safe return.

PSNS & IMF, Bangor site, Sailor returns from Individual Augmentee tourBy FC2(SW) Jared Mantooth, PSNS & IMF Bangor, Public Affairs Office

Spotted

CDR Greg Gaskey, Deputy Project Superintendent for USS NIMITZ (CVN 68) (back row), watches as Mike Jeppesen, Shop 31 general foreman for shafting (left), inspects work on a propeller shaft for NIMITZ with RDML Richard Berkey, Deputy Chief of Staff for Fleet Maintenance Command, U.S. Pacific Fleet (middle); and CDR Kenneth Jalali, Aviation and Aircraft Carrier Maintenance Officer, U.S. Pacific Fleet (right); inside the Machine Shop.

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The second annual Wounded Warrior Games was held at the Olympic Training Center and several other venues in Colorado Springs, Co. May 16 – 20. The Navy/Coast Guard team consist-ed of 33 athletes of more than 200 service men and women compet-ing from the Air Force, Army, Marines and Special Operations Command. Events included ar-chery, cycling, wheelchair basket-ball, shooting, swimming, sitting volleyball, and track and field.NAVSEA was represented by

two participants at the games, both of whom work at PSNS & IMF: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Michael Dayton and form Navy LT John Edmonston—both nomi-nated by their Safe Harbor case managers. Safe Harbor is the Navy’s lead organization for coordinating non-medical care of seriously wounded, ill and injured Sailors and Coast Guardsmen and their families. Through proactive leadership, they provide individually-tailored assistance designed to optimize the success of their constituent’s re-covery, rehabilitation and reintegration activities, the latter includes the Wounded Warrior Games.The Navy’s team arrived the week prior to the games to

acclimate their members to the air of the mountain city and to get some dedicated last-minute, on-site training and team building time. “The extra week of training increases the esprit de corps,”

Dayton said. “We feed off each other’s energy and coming out here a week earlier has us pumped-up and ready to show the world that we are ready to get back in the fight. … The Warrior Games is the culminating event to our adaptive activities. It is a great program because it allows us to focus on our possibilities and not our disabilities.”Last year, Dayton was stationed on USS EMORY S. LAND

in La Meddalena, Sardinia, Italy, when hot steam was released from a pressure relief valve aimed directly at his legs. For an excruciating eight seconds, Dayton was unable to move from the position he was in while working on a pump. He instantly received third-degree burns. It took three months to recover from the injury. Dayton currently works as a marine machinist at PSNS & IMF, Bangor site. He participated in the track and field events, archery and floor volleyball. Edmonston was at the seven-year point in his Navy

career, serving on USS JOHN C. STENNIS, when he had a motorcycle accident after exiting the Bremerton ferry. Most of his body was broken and everything changed. A year and a half later, Edmonston has recovered and is working as a civilian mechanical engineer at PSNS & IMF, Bremer-ton site. Not only was Edmonston nominated for a spot on the team, but also in the upper echelon of athletes—only three of the 33 athletes, including Edmonston, are part of the Navy Ultimate Warrior Team. They compete in nearly all events and are pitted against the other services’ ultimate teams in a “finals” challenge. “I’m really excited to compete after training as hard as I

could,” Edmonston said. “I want to succeed personally—and win the Ultimate Champion Award—but the Warrior Games are really about the team events and the camaraderie we experience while playing with each other.”In a great start, Edmonston’s

team took the bronze medal in the 4x100 relay on the first day of competition.If determination is a factor, all

athletes win. “I like the concept, because we

don’t see our injuries,” Dayton said. “We see our spirit. We have a winning spirit. We are not victims; we are victors.”

Wounded Warrior Games—Where ”can’t” is not an optionBy Cristy Gallardo, PSNS & IMF Public Affairs Office

Team Navy/Coast Guard wounded warrior athlete Machinist Mate 1st Class Michael Dayton prepares to serve during a scrimmage sitting volleyball match with the US Olympic Committee staff, the Colorado community and a combination of Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard athletes. The event allowed Dayton and other members of Team Navy/Coast Guard to practice and showcase their skills for the upcoming Games. (U.S. Navy photo by MC1 Andre McIntyre, Expeditionary Combat Camera Public Affairs.)

During a Team Navy/Coast Guard training camp, Navy Construc-tion Mechanic 3rd Class Aaron Heldreth practices passing the baton to fellow teammate former Navy LT John Edmonston. The pair is part of a four-person team competing in the 4x100 relay during the track and field portion of the Warrior Games. (U.S. Navy photo by Zona Lewis, Navy Safe Harbor.)

VADM Kevin McCoy, Commander, Naval Sea Systems Com-mand, meets with former Navy LT John Edmonston (right) of San Jose, Calif. and MM1 Michael Dayton (left) of Toledo, Ohio, during the archery finals at the 2011 Warrior Games.

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The winner of this month’s Com-mand Lean Event Sustainment Award goes to Code 2340’s Electrical Tag Roll Event which addressed the process used for changing electrical isolation boundaries. This event was facilitated by Lean Black Belt Bob Moseng, Code 2300; Green Belt Kathy Averill, Shop 71; and Green Belt Jeremy Walker, Shop 38. A cross-functional team from Code 2340, Shops 51/52/67 and Code 246 developed a process to signifi-cantly reduce the number of electrical tag rolls by an average of 50 percent, as well as reducing the potential for problems when resetting electrical isolation during work execution. This improvement will save about

800 man days on a Planned Incremen-

tal Availability. With that information in mind, Floyd English, USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76) project superin-tendent, believes there’s a potential for these savings to be doubled in a Dock-ing Planned Incremental Availability. As this process improvement gets standardized as part of the new way that work gets done, its benefits will not just be seen on the REAGAN avail-ability but across all future availabili-ties, across all platforms and across the four shipyards. At the award ceremony, Paul Buch-

holz, Code 2340 chief test engineer and event team leader, presented the many benefits of the new tag roll process. One benefit in particular stood out for CAPT Mark Whitney, Commander,

PSNS & IMF, who quickly identified how this new process reduces impact to ship’s force. Whitney succinctly described it as “a definite win.”Les Fogelson, Code 2340 division

head, was the champion for this focused improvement effort. This pro-cess was Fogelson’s first Lean event. “With the value it provided, I can see

us doing more [events],” he said. Congratulations to the Code 2340

Electrical Tag Roll Team: Hans Tolf, Code 2340; Jeffrey Baumer, Shops 51/52/67; David Mueller, Shops 51/52/67; Tim McNeal, Code 246; Les Fogelson, Code 2340; Paul Buchholz, Code 2340; Scott Pringle, Code 2340; and Ryan White, Code 2340.

Lean Sustainment Award winner—Code 2340 Electrical Tag Roll EventBy Reina Jackson, Code 100PI

A note from the VPP Safety Awareness Committee—Welcome to the new VPP Safety Share. We will post real life situations (anonymously, of course) when personal safety was at risk at work or at home; these situations make you go “hmmm.” We’d love to hear your stories, too. Please send them to Rich Cranley at rich.cranley@navy.mil. Safety should be a priority not only on the waterfront but

in the office too. Office spaces have safety hazards we all should be aware of. An example—a worker was looking

for a file in a cabinet. He walked away and left the bot-tom drawer of the file cabinet open. Another worker came around the corner and fell over the open drawer, break-ing her leg. She suffered severe pain and missed a couple months of work. This accident could have been avoided. Never walk away and leave a file drawer open. Be safety conscious and shut the drawer after each use. Don’t sur-prise your fellow workers with a fall.

VPP Safety Share—office hazardsBy the VPP Safety Awareness Committee

LT James Cena, Shipyard Docking Officer (left), and CAPT Whitney, Commander, PSNS & IMF (center), with team members (from lef to right: Paul Buchholz, Code 2340; Hans Tolf, Code 2340; Jeffrey Baumer, Shops 51/52/67; David Mueller, Shops 51/52/67; Scott Pringle, Code 2340; and Les Fogelson, Code 2340.

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Editor’s note—TIMWOOD is the acronym for the seven Lean wastes: Travel, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Over production, Over processing and Defects/Rework. To improve our understanding of Lean, sometimes it is helpful to look for examples in our other ac-tivities. Golf has some excellent examples of the Lean wastes and principles. Examples of the TIMWOOD wastes are listed in the chart below. See if you can relate the golf examples to wastes you may have at work.Last week, between two cloudy drizzly days, there was an atmospheric event of monumental importance to the Pacific

Northwest—the sun came out. 159422 Across the region, people lowered their umbrellas, gazed into the crystal blue sky, and asked the essential Pacific Northwest question, “Why am I not wet?”Here at the TIMWOOD Golf and Country Club we brushed out the moss and began planning the annual Lean golf ex-

travaganza. The course is set up as detailed below.

Hole # Lean Principle Action

1 Travel The cart must stay on the cart path between shots. As the golfer approaches the ball, the cart drives to the golfer where a club is selected. The cart then returns to the cart path. After the ball is struck, the golf cart returns to the golfer who puts the club in the bag. The golf cart then returns to the cart path as the golfer walks to the ball.

2 Inventory The golfer hits a ball onto the driving range and must find his ball before hitting the next shot.

3 Motion The carts stay on the cart path and the golfers must walk to the cart to select a club. After hitting the ball, the golfer must walk to the cart on the cart path and replace the club before walking to the ball.

4 Waiting Each golfer must wait to hit their ball until after the golfer in front of them has hit their ball and walked to it.

5 Over Production

Each golfer hits four balls onto the fairway, locates the four balls, and chooses the best ball. The other three balls will be hit into the driving range.

6 Over processing

On the green, each golfer must putt the ball into the cup five times.

7 Defects Rework

Each golfer hits their ball onto the wrong/parallel fairway. The ball is retrieved and hit again onto the right fairway. Some golfers will need to repeat this step several times before finding the right fairway.

8 One Piece Flow

The four golfers form a straight line from the cup to the edge of the green. One ball is putted from the outside in. The final putt should be from three feet out. As it is impossible to make this putt the first time, “do-overs” are allowed.

9 Pull The four golfers form a straight line from the cup to the edge of the green. Each golfer has a ball. The golfer closest to the hole putts first. Only after the golfer closer to the hole has putted may the next golfer putt. See hole #8 for directions on “do-overs.”

19 Level Loading A golfer may only drink as much as the golfers next to them.

“TIMWOOD Golf and Country Club”—a new “spin” on LeanBy Grant Clark, Code 100PI

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This program permits employees to donate annual leave to employees experiencing medical emergencies. If you wish to transfer annual leave or have questions for PSNS & IMF (Bremerton Site), please contact the Human Resources Office at 360-476-1891, HRO Code 1110, Bldg 850, 5th floor, fax 360-476-6669.PSNS & IMF Hrs. Needed

Code 200Bradley Ritterman 194Rebecca Phillips 200Jeremy Carnegie 232Kevin Thomas 688Chad Wilson 150

Code 300Sheila Parker 83Henry Zawadzki 372

Code 600Roxanna Ezell 1,322

Code 700Steven Verebi 504John Myers 1,000Hedrick Hueneke 88RaJeana McQuillin 836

Code 800Scott Carter 521Mary Kunges 392

Code 2300Linda O’Connor 160Stephanie Sims 1,040Leanna McLean 88

Shop 11Jose Villalta 624Chaise Truini 544

Shop 26Eugene Christin 1,800

Shop 31James Sparrow 448

Shop 38Brittany Wildblood 1,480Krystal Garrity 240

Shop 51Lisa Gurley 352Donald Snyder 272John Alexander 16Larry Wilson 320

Shop 52Ylene Alm 438

Shop 64Mary Corey 308Greg Griffis 400Tim Ludwig 320

Shop 67Edwin Gergen 199

Shop 71Mary Brinkman 556

Shop 99Shannah Peck 800

Naval HospitalPOC Tony Diaz, 360-475-4826Vicki Armstrong, David Cookston

Region CNRNW POC Faye Covington, 360-396-1924Dick Boyd, Dawn Byron, Erik Jorde, Patricia Brewer-Hart, Frank Girardin, Sandra Evans, Hermes McAnulty, Thomas Shiro

HRSC POC Ernesto Cornejo, 360-315-8084Chelsea Knowles, Mary Palmer, Tera-cea Morgan

FISCPSPOC Melissa Bergland, 360-476-5764Saadia Wilkey, Deja Cormier

PSNS & IMF employees Chelsea Grace, Jacquelyn Young, Jessica Klinkert and Corinne Beach participated in the Kitsap Water Festival held at the Kitsap Fairgrounds on May 3, 2011. At this festival, fourth graders from across Kitsap County come to learn about various water and environmental aspects of the world. PSNS & IMF employees brought a Plexiglas model dry dock, explained how a dry dock works and what the Command does from an environmental perspective to protect the Puget Sound. Students were able to use hand pumps to fill and empty the dry dock, tie up a submarine, decide when the cais-son should be removed, and tell what they do at home to protect the environment.

Command employees help out at the 2011 Kitsap Water FestivalBy Corinne Beach, PSNS & IMF Outreach Coordinator

Personnel who choose to participate in the Transportation Incentive Program should ensure they are fully complying with program guide-lines. As we begin a new year, it is important to remind participants of their responsibilities. The Department of Transportation requires the Department of the Navy to ensure participants are fully aware of some of the following rules, restrictions and penalties: 1. Prohibition against transferring or selling the fare media to anyone. 2. Potential penalties for misuse of, or making a false claim in, obtain-

ing a transit benefit. 3. Not named on a worksite parking permit at any federal agency nor

otherwise participating in a carpool. 4. Authorized to use the transit benefit only for their regular home to

work transportation. 5. The amount of transit benefits received does not exceed actual

monthly commuting cost by public transportation. 6. It is a violation of law to provide false or fraudulent information to

obtain, transfer or sell a transit benefit.7. Personally responsible for adjusting the transit benefit amount upon

changes to commuting methods or work schedules such as extended leave or telecommuting.

If you have any questions, please contact the TIP Coordinator Ed Bergman at 360-476-2986.

Are you a TIP participant? Make sure you meet program guidelines Reference: The Financial Management and Comptroller Office of Financial Operations newsletter dated December 2010

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Word on the streetBy Allan Pajimula, PSNS & IMF, Public Affairs Office

The question for this issue is ...

What’s your answer? Let us know on the Com-mand’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/

PSNSandIMFontheWaterfront.

What do you consider to be the most important issue our nation faces today?

Christina Masinas, Shop 31The economy and money

Ernie Coplin, Shop 38Inflation and wages

staying frozen

Amy DiLorenzo, Shop 17Federal funding

Justin Selby, Shop 56Economical prices and jobs

Chelsea Hill, Shop 64Budget

Nic Habeck, Shop 17War on terrorism

Family Matters team invests in your loved onesBy the Guiding Coalition’s Work-Life Quality’s Family Matters sub-team

June Blood Drive announced

Family Matters is working to improve the work-life quality of employees at PSNS & IMF, particularly for the dependents of the Command’s work force. The team’s mission is to invest in families to build pride in the Command. Visit the team’s intranet page at https://cmdinfo.psns.navy.mil/CommandDashboard/GuidingCoalition/teamTemplate.aspx?id=FamilyMatters or meet with the Family Matters team every other Monday morn-ing in Bldg. 850A, fifth floor, in the Code 1230 conference room at 12:30 p.m. (the next meeting is June 6).Family Matters has a couple of team “wins” that may benefit you

and your family:• Internet link—this link is accessible from home and lists

benefits and discounts for civilian employees and their de-pendents, http://www.navsea.navy.mil/shipyards/puget/page/CurrentProspectiveEmpBenefitsDiscounts.pdf

• Dependent base access card—The process to obtain a base access card is available through the above Internet site, which will be helpful for daycare access, gym access, MWR access and transportation needs.

In the coming weeks, Family Matters will focus their attention on improving TDY support for employees and their dependents. Please bring your input to the next Family Matters team meeting.

“Employees are authorized court leave with pay when sum-moned in connection to serve as a juror or as a witness in a non-official capacity on behalf of any party in connection with any judicial proceeding to which the United States, the District of Columbia, or a state or local government is a party.”The employee will receive a “certificate of attendance.” The

certificate shows inclusive dates of jury duty or witness service. In order for the employee to get credit for court leave, the certificate should be submitted to Code 600, Payroll Office for processing.

June 1, 2011, is the Armed Services Blood Bank Center blood drive. It will be in Bldg. 1106, second floor, in Room 214, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and during lunch. 140850All blood collected will go directly to our military with most of it

processed for immediate shipment to Afghanistan and Iraq. If you come to our blood drive, please bring a friend or two. Have a good breakfast and drink lots of liquids before donating.All federal civilian and military personnel may attend the drives.

Please contact your supervisor prior to attending. Participation, though voluntary, is strongly encouraged. Day shift employees are encouraged to come prior to 3 p.m. to ensure adequate time for swing shift employees to donate. Questions may be directed to Bill Wallace, Code 1102.4, at 360-476-3012 or Tracy Storey, Code 1102.4, at 360-476-3010. You have it in you to save a life.

Have you been called to jury duty? Rules on Court Leave Per DoD FMR, Vol. 8, Chap. 5, para. 051701, page 5-22, dated Sept. 2008

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In order to prepare you for the transition from CHART to USA-JOBS in September 2011, the Human Resources Office will continue to run Salute articles to assist in the transi-tion process. In this edition, we will be introducing the “Application Manag-er” component of USAJOBS. As a reminder, we encourage you to search and apply for jobs in both CHART and USAJOBS until the transi-tion is complete. Once you

have created an account in USAJOBS, built a resume and searched for jobs, you are ready to apply. Always consult the “How to Apply” tab of the job announcement to de-termine what information is required to complete an application package for the job for which you are apply-

ing. In order to apply to an announcement, click the blue “Apply Online” button located on the right side of the screen. You will be asked to select a resume to send. As a reminder, you may store up to five resumes and 10 attachments

in your USAJOBS account. Select the resume of your choice and click on the “Apply for this position now” button. You will then be directed to the Application Manager to complete your application process.The Application Manager is a tool

used to

collect applica-tions online and links your applica-tion package to USAJOBS. Most jobs require you to answer questions and provide sup-porting documents such as a resume and transcripts. All items that are required for you to be considered for the job are referred to as your Applica-

tion Package. The purpose of the Ap-plication Manager is to gather all of the information needed to determine your eligibility for the position and to determine which applicants should be referred to the hiring manager as best qualified.If this is the first time you are using

the Application Manager, you will need to create an account. When you log in to the Application Manager, you will need to enter your social security number and name to match and link

your information to USAJOBS. An Application Package Naviga-tion Box will appear on the left side of the screen. All the items listed in the navigation box are pages you need to visit and represent steps you need to do in order for your Application Pack-age to reach the status of “Com-plete.” You do not need to visit the pages in the order listed. You can jump to any page by clicking its link in the navigation box.On future visits to USAJOBS,

you will be automatically linked

to your Application Manager account and will not be required to log in. Ad-ditionally, when applying for different jobs though Application Manager, you will never have to type your personal information again unless it changes. If you have questions about using USAJOBS, please call the Human Resources Office at 360-476-1891 or 360-476-3141.

Job Opportunities • PSNS & IMF, Production Resources Department, San Diego, Calif., is currently recruiting for a Combined Trades Supervisor (Electrician), WS-4701-10. If you have not previously applied to this announcement, sub-mit your resume no later than close of business May 27, 2011, through CHART at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil to announcement # DON4701.• PSNS & IMF, Production Resources Department, San Diego, Calif., is currently recruiting for a Rigger, WG-5210-10 or WG-5210-08. If you have not previously applied to this announcement, submit your resume no later than close of business May 27, 2011, through CHART at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil to announce-ment # DON5210.• PSNS & IMF, Production Resources Department, San Diego, Calif., is currently recruiting for a Pipefitter (Temporary Services), WG-4204-10 or WG-4204-084. If you have not previ-ously applied to this announcement, submit your resume no later than close of business May 27, 2011, through CHART at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil to announcement # DON420.• PSNS & IMF (Bremerton Site), Lift-ing and Handling Department, Code 760, is currently recruiting for a Diving Operations Manager, GS-160`1-12/13. If you have not previously applied to this announcement, submit your resume no later than close of busi-ness May 27, 2011, through CHART at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil to announcement # DON1601.

Application Package Navigation Box

If you need assistance in apply-ing for jobs or information about accessing a computer, contact 360-476-3141 or 360-476-1891. If you work a swing or a graveyard shift, please call the above telephone numbers so arrangements can be made to meet with you before or af-ter your shift. Applicants can access CHART by going to https://chart.donhr.navy.mil. Applicants can also access USAJOBS by going to http://www.usajobs.opm.gov.

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Fleet & Family Readiness Program—Unless otherwise noted, these events are open to active duty, retirees, military family members, DoD civil-ians, base contractors and their guests. Visit us on the Web at: http://www.navylifepnw.com/. Follow us at: www.facebook.com/kitsapffr.MW

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TSMyFFRMyFFR is the new online Fleet & Fam-ily Readiness classes, trips and activi-ties registration! Browse and register for Fleet & Family Support classes, MWR activities and trips, make golf tee time reservations and more 24/7! Go to www.navylifepnw.com and click on the myFFR logo at the top right corner! Don’t have a myFFR ac-count? Request for an account online or visit one of these locations to get a user name and password: NBK Ban-gor: Bangor Fitness & Aquatics Center or Waterfront Fitness Center; @EEZ Liberty NW; Fleet & Family Support Center; Pacific Edge Outfitters. NBK Bremerton: Concourse West Fitness & Aquatics Center; Recreation Center/ITT; Sinclair’s Liberty NW.

New Online Library Database Bremerton Recreation Center launched a new online library program starting April 10. This program will enable patrons to search the library database, place books on hold and track possible late fees, all from a satellite location such as your home or office. For more information, call 360-476-3178.

Summer Safety Kick OffCome out from 1 to 4 p.m. on Satur-day, June 4, at Camp McKean for NBK Aquatics Summer Safety Kick Off! 184334 Various stations will be set up to help the NBK community build awareness on water safety! There will be lifejacket fittings, crafts, informa-tional handouts and free giveaways. For more information on this free event, call 360-315-2131.

Whitewater Rafting AdventuresEnjoy the thrill of Class III/IV whitewater rafting in sunny Eastern Washington. Raft the Wenatchee River and be ready to get wet, paddle and have tons of fun. Trips are Saturdays, June 4, 11, 25; registration deadline is the Thursday prior. Cost: $85. For more information, call 360-315-2137/476-3178.

Hard Cidery and Organic Farm Tour on Olympic PeninsulaOn Saturday, June 4, join Trips & Tours on this new, mouth-watering tour featuring locally-grown and made hard cider and organic artisanal creations. Stops include a walking tour at Finn River Farm filled with beauti-ful farm scenes followed by a cider production tour with tastings. After-ward, enjoy an outdoor picnic lunch followed by a stop at Eagle Mount Wine & Ciders and Alpen Fire Cidery for tastings and light nibbles. Register online, myFFR #5411155B, by Thurs-day, June 2. Cost: $56 includes trans-portation, lunch, tastings and farm tour. Call 360-315-2137/476-3178.

Pioneer Farm Tour and NW TrekOn Saturday, June 11, join Trips & Trips on a trip to Eatonville, visit a homestead cabin, and learn about the families who built and lived in the house. Our next stop is the Northwest Trek, “The best place to see animals close up and is right in our backyard” according to King 5 TV’s Evening Magazine. Cost: $52 for adults ages 13 or older; $45 for those ages 3-12; the event is free for those ages 2 or under, price includes farm admission. Register by June 2 (myFFR ID#5411162B). Call 360-315-2137/476-3178 for more info.

Steak & Brew on the PatioCome and enjoy great food on the grill every Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. beginning June 9 at Sam Adam’s Restaurant. Your choice of sirloin steak or grilled chicken dinner start-ing at $13.50 includes baked potatoes, grilled veggies, salad and dessert. Call 360-476-6719 for more info.

Father’s Day BrunchIt’s dad’s turn! From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday, June 19, take that special man in your life to a brunch he is sure to enjoy. Bangor Plaza will feature some of dad’s favorites such as slow-cooked pork ribs, barbecue smoked chicken, shrimp scampi, beef brisket, bratwurst and more. Adults: $19.95; seniors

(55+): $17.95; kids (10-12): $14.95; kids (6-10): $8.95; the event is free for kids ages 5 and under. Reservations recommended, call 360-535-5928.

Friday Night Family Swim at Bangor Bangor Aquatics Center hosts family swim nights every Fri-day! Ages 10 and under who

pass the “lil swimmers” test can come without a parent! Pool admission fees apply. This is open to all F&FR eligible patrons. Call 360-315-2131 for more info.

Webinar: I Have a Phone Interview! What do I Wear?Attend this live workshop from the comfort and convenience of your home computer. The webinar is from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 7. Learn how to blow the socks off in a phone interview so you can meet your new employer! To register, call 1-866-854-0638. Upon registration, de-tails for attending the webinar will be e-mailed to the address you provide.

“Camp Expression”— Youth Summer CampRegistration for the Youth Summer Camp is now open! Weekly camps will run from June 20 through Sept. 2. Camp activities include a variety of fun arts and crafts, cooking, computer projects, music and fitness activities, field trips, bowling, swimming and special events. Open to all qualifying family members in grades K-6 of ac-tive duty, DoD civilian and DoD con-tractors. Fees are based on total family income. Register weekly at Bangor Litehouse, 360-535-5953; or Jackson Park Youth Center, 360-627-2041.

Seattle Sounders FC The Sounders battle the Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Saturday, June 11, and NY Red Bulls on Thursday, June 23. Regular season tickets are $21 (reg. $35) excluding exhibition and playoff matches. Call ITT at 360-476-3178 for more info.

ITT Hot Deals! Go to www.navylifepnw.com and click on Military Merits. ITT office: 360-476-3178.

Don’t forget! You can get event infor-mation texted to your phone— it’s easy! For Liberty—text NBKLiberty to 30364For Fitness/Sports/Aquatics—text NBKFitness to 30364For Dining/Entertainment/Events—text NBKFun to 30364For Bangor Movie Schedule—text NBKMovies to 30364Standard text message rates apply. You may opt out at any time by tex-ting STOP.

FOUND, CASH ON THE GROUND AT PSNS, to specify amount and claim, e-mail Frannie at frances.garcia@navy.mil.

WANTED, VOLUNTEERS INTER-ESTED IN GARDENING, ART, DESIGN, ETC. to help renovate the Centennial Garden for Family Day. If you would like to help, contact the Green Team at C106PollutionPreven tion@navy.mil or 360-476-2630.

`59 GRANDY 27’ EXPRESS CRUIS-ER, very solid, classic wooden boat, have copy of hull survey done two years ago, Chevy 350, rebuilt starter, generator and carburetor, $7,800 firm. Call 360-782-0596.

`73 TRIUMPH BONNIVILLE 750 MODEL 140, less than 9,000 original miles. Bike is all OEM Stock Original, always garaged. $3,750 OBO. Call after 5 p.m., 360-275-7091.

`84 17’ ARIMA SEA CHASER, hard top, 70 h.p., 15 h.p., Johnson motors, marine radio/CB, fish finder w/GPS, Loran, custom cabinets, drop cur-tains, much more. $11,500. Call 360-876-2734.

`95 KAWASAKI VULCAN EN500, 21K miles, 50+ m.p.g., windshield, saddlebags, very good condition. $1,500 firm. Call 360-265-9328.

`06 SS MONTE CARLO, 39,000 miles, heated leather seats, power everything, Bose stereo system, 6 CD changer, sun roof, one owner. $14,800. Call 360-620-2881.

`06 F350 CREWCAB DUALLY 4X, Lariat Ed, 6 lt. turbo, 31,000 miles; `03 Lance Model 1121, w/slideout, gen, remote elect jacks, in/outside show-ers, $47,000. Call 360-621-5106.

`08 SUZUKI BOULEVARD 800CC, saddle bags, windshield, highway pegs, great bike for a beginner. $4,300. Call 360-275-1714.

`09 SUZUKI GSXR 750, custom white and black, 6,500 miles, aftermarket parts. Stock bluebook is $8,125; asking $8,500 with gear, $8,000 without. For info., call 360-481-8800.

NINJA 250 08-10, SLIP ON EX-HAUST, Two Brothers, Black Series, carbon fiber, brand new. $400 OBO. Call 360-633-7741.

BULGARIAN AK74, 5.45X39 CAL., wood furniture, new condition, very accurate. $700. Call 360-271-3002.

CRAFTSMAN BELT DRIVE GA-RAGE DOOR OPENER, model 53919, with extension rail, still in box, $150;

Sears gun safe, 16”x21”x55-1/4”, with key, $100. Call Larry at 360-813-5520.

NORDICTRACK E7SV FRONT DRIVE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER w/exercise equipment floor mat. Paid $771, 6 months ago, will sell for $600. No room; fam-ily members moving in. Call 360-710-6445/6447.

NORDICTRACK TREADMILL A2350 PRO, used three times, brand new. Asking $600. Call Corey at 360-689-0207.

VINTAGE WEDDING GOWN, size 10, off-white, tiered lace, 5’ train, very nice, make your own headpiece. $100. For a photo, text 360-509-6755.

PEMBROKE WELSH CORGI, male, eight months, great personality, AKC papers. $400 with $100 return when neutered. Call 360-895-9336.

2 BED/1 BATH MOBILE HOME W/GARAGE, 55+ community, $13,000, propane fireplace, covered porches, lot sized 60’ x 120,’ quiet community, move-in ready. Call 360-871-5711.

PIERCE TRANSIT LAKEWOOD-STEILACOOM VANPOOL, needs an alternate driver (or potential alternate driver) for future occasional driving, parks in G Lot, day shift hours. Con-tact Michael Lynch at 360-476-0164.

PIERCE TRANSIT, STARTING NEW VANPOOL, 7:20 a.m.-4:02 p.m., pick up in Puyallup Valley and 6th Ave Tacoma. For rider application, please call Justin at 253-389-0094.

PIERCE TRANSIT VANPOOL, need a ride?, has two openings, due to shift changes and TDY, from Tacoma (80th and Hosmer), drivers or potential drivers welcome, we have five. Call Bob at 360-476-8906 or 253-202-5819.

THURSTON COUNTY VANPOOL, needs rider/s, driver to PSNS, day shift, parking in G Lot, leaves Lacey at 5:10 a.m., stops at Mounts Road (DuPont area) at 5:20 a.m., leaves PSNS at 4:02 p.m. Call Jerry Falcon at 360-476-1728/2408.

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