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Show Octocf 11. 2001 Commentary 'Your mission is clear, your cause is just7 to deny to terrorists the country of Afghanistan as a base of oper- the sharp sword of freedom. You fight without pause and withations, provide aid to the Afghan people who are the victims of out complaint, on foreign seas and in dangerous skies. You Taliban oppression, and put terrorists everywhere, and all of sacrifice a life of ease and the comfort of your those who foster and facilitate them, on notice that we will families, so that others may enjoy blessings and benefits of libroot them out wherever they exist. erty. As the president has said, this is not a mission we sought Your task will not be quick. It will not be easy. But your mission is clear, your cause is just, and the hearts and prayers of Rather, it was thrust upon us. We take these actions in We take them in deliberate response to the acts of war Americans and people everywhere who long for freedom are directed against the American people. We take them after care- widi you. To each of you, military and civilian, our gratitude and ful planning, to identify sites where terrorists are trained, supour prayers. You have the full confidence and support of President Bush, ported and harbored. To destroy their infrastructure and suppress their ability to threaten us and others and to send a message our commander-in-chief- . You also have mine. that the friends of terrorists everywhere are at risk. We know you are ready and we know we will prevail." And, we will continue, in conjunction with our friends and allies around the world, to take whatever action is necessary to defend freedom and counter terrorist aggression. Statement made Sunday at the start of U.S. and coalition air As the men and women of America's armed forces, you are attacks on Taliban-heland terrorist targets in Afghanistan. by Donald H. Rumsfeld ly Secretary of Defense On Sept 24, the president launched the first strike in the global war against terrorism by attacking the financial foundations of terrorist operations around the glebe. Today, the United States launched the second. self-defens- As the world knows. U.S. warplanes commenced Operation Enduring Freedom with raids on military targets and terrorist training camps in Afghanistan at approximately 12:30 p.m. Eastern time today. These raids were not a single event or a solitary campaign, but are the first in a sustained and continuous operation to destroy terrorist networks, disrupt terrorist activities and prevent further terrorist atrocities, such as the ones that occurred in the attack on America on Tuesday, Sept 1 1. Our purpose is to shift the balance of power from the forces of oppression to the forces of freedom. Over time, we intend d Take a stand against facial, ethnic hatred by Gen. Lester L Lyles Commander, Air Force Material Command AFB, Ohio (AFM-CNThe unthinkable happened Sept. 1 1 a tragedy of such huge proportion that it cannot be fully understood. Air Force Materiel Command people, like the rest of our nation, asked why. We may never know the full extent of what motivated such acts of terrorism, but we do know the United States became the victim of the ultimate hate WRIGHT-PATTERSO- N S) youth who came of age during the Civil Rights Movement and the tumultuous 60s in our nation's capitol, I have n n, to action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice, and civilian employees are subject to administrative and disciplinary actions. Commanders have been urged at all levels to remain vigilant and take prompt, which this appropriate action with members of their commands who fail to meet republic stands... these Air Force standards. However, what I really want, and most hope, is that all of us will speak no reference point for hate against discrimination, acted out on such a massive, deadly scale. Like harassment, and any other Gen. Lester Lyles manifestation of this kind most of you, I cannot really of hate that is so funda grasp hatred so deep and mentally in opposition to so vicious as we Americans American ideals. now have experienced. Choose to be the kind of people for which Since the Sept. 11 attack, we have seen an this republic stands: "ONE NATION, UNDER increase in harassment, slurs and intimidaGOD, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR tion because of how people dress, how they ALL". - ActiDoira eligibility Dining civil service employees or retirees able to eat at QAre dining facilities? It would be easier than leavI'd the and be base ing willing to pay a surcharge. The enlisted dining facility serves meals, first, to enlisted A Air Force members on the Subsistence-in-Kinmeal card program and, second, to Air Force enlisted members receiving the Basic Allowance for Subsistence. According to AFI the installation commander authorizes who can dine at enlisted dining facilities. The main reason retirees aren't authorized to eat at the enlisted dining facility is because there are so many other adequate base food service operations. These include the Wasatch Beach Club, Hill Club and Conference Center, Bowling Center, Hill AFB Restaurants which includes seven cafeterias opening at 5 a.m. during the work week Golf Course Hot Dog Hut, Burger King and the Base Shoppette Food Court Civilians are authorized to eat at AAFES food outlets since these are contract operations. The Hillcrest Dining Facility invites retirees to dine with them on Thanksgiving and Christmas days, from 11 a.m.-- 2 p.m. These are large feasts prepared for all military, retiree and family members, and are served by Hill AFB commanders and senior enlisted members. For more information, call Maxine Fouks, Food Service officer, at Ext d 34-23- 9, These 10 commandments are the backs bone of how the men and women For those who think Quality Air Force is of the 75th Civil Engineer Group do their a new way of doing business, think again. jobs every day to support Hill's diverse and Hanging on the wall in my office is an Air worldwide mission for our Air Force, AmerForce visual aid dated July 1965, outlining ica and our allies, while maintaining a The Civil Engineering 10 Commandments constant state of readiness to respond to of Job Performance." contingencies worldwide. These 10 small The message it presented some 35 years statements have stood the test of many ago still holds true today: changes in Air Force civil engineering, but 1. We will produce effective and fully useit all comes back to providing you, our cusful work in the first instance. tomer, the best possible service. In 2001, civil engineering reorganized its 2. We will call upon our experience and apply the test of logic and common sense two squadrons to better serve the base. where judgment is needed. This new organization, along with other 3. We will accept full responsibility for our improvements we're making in how we operwork and its accomplishments without flaw. ate, is working because we're accomplish4. We will eliminate any shortcomings in ing more quality work than ever before, communication by correlating our work from work and contract projects with others concerned. to MILCON projects. 5. We will not accept substandard work As commander of the 75th CEG, I need to from others and we will help others to elimhear from you as to what is working and inate substandard work. what is not. Our promise to you is to 6. We will advise our superiors of any subknow who our customers are, provide qualstandard work coming under or emanating ity service and products, resolve problems from our control at the lowest level, know your needs and 7. We will constantly strive to improve the desires and "to make things happen." If you would like to comment about a spequality of our work. 8. We will evolve faster means to eliminate cific section or individual, discuss a problem area or learn more about civil engineering, defects in our work. 9. We will hold our heads high as we leave give me a call at Ext work each evening knowing that we have Remember, we're all part of Team Hill, done our very best. striving for excellence today and into the 10. We "CAN DO and WILL DO ANYTIME, future. Commander, 75th Civil Engineering Group this policy are subject kind ofpeople for ANYWHERE." by Col. Wes Somers Arab-America- Choose to be the African-America- Quality a familiar idea look and the religion they might practice. The Air Force has a policy of zero tolerance for discriminatory treatment in any form, including against individuals of Middle Eastern or Muslim descent. Service members who violate a crime that day. Even as an e. Line With 1,138 coolers on base, it's necessary to get started early and beat the freezing temperatures. This year maintenance started in area F then moved to D,E,A,B and finally area G. Area G is winterized last and opened up first in the spring because the water line to the cooler is connected to the outside hose bibbs which must remain on as long as possible to allow residents to continue watering their lawns late in the fall and early in the spring. Water lines to coolers in other areas are not connected to the hose bibbs so lawn watering can continue after coolers have been shut down. We will include both the notice of seasonal startup and shut down and a schedule by area in future housing newsletters. For more information, call the 775th Civil Engineering Squadron Housing Flight at Ext. Protection appreciation As through an ID check at the Roy Gate I passed recently, was cheered up by the Immense grin and "Thank you very much sir. You have a great day" offered by the Security Forces airman. Since that morning my outlook has been a little brighter, making It easier for me to come to work, and more tolerant of the existing con ditions. I know we're going to have to deal with this situation for some time. Security Forces personnel like the young airman I encountered will make it much easier for us all. I completely agree with MaJ. Gen. Scott Winterization Bergren's comment, "we will get through this, and we the recent hot can't housing QWith hold off with weather, the winterization until it cools will get through it together with your continued induldown? It doesn't even feel remotely comfortable In the gence, cooperation and vigilance." The key words here house until after 1 a.m. which makes trying to get to are "get through It together." Just remember this the next time you come through any of the gates by letting sleep virtually impossible. Also, why Is Patriot Hills the our Security Forces know they are doing a great job. last housing area to get their cooler covers off and the p first to get them replaced? If Area G Is so complex You just might get a big grin back as well as a little for the day. about starting them up for the season and shutting I'm happy to report that almost all the base populace, like them down, then why don't they start over In that area I schedule pick-me-u- A first? the temperatures have been above normal and some residents may experience a few days of discomfort as evaporative coolers are winterized. However, it won't be long before the cold temperatures are here. Coolers must be winterized by the end of October because freezing temperatures can occur quickly and at any time. If the coolers aren't winterized, pipes will freeze and burst causing water damage. A I realize you, has been very appreciative of the efforts of our Security Forces during the recent period of heightened Force Protection Conditions. And, with rare exceptions, Team Hill personnel have cooperated admirably with our increased security procedures, despite the personal inconveniences many have experienced. Our Security Forces team will greata little thanks goes a long way ly appreciate your thoughts in keeping these airmen prepared, vigilant and motivated. "Air Force people building the world's most respected Air and Space Force . nrrnrKL SULrJUisjJr Quality Systems for America's Air Force Hilltop Times Published by MorMedia, Inc., a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with Hill Are. This commercial enterprise Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. mil 650-pIu- 00 send on Outlook to "HILL ail ACTION LINE," your com-men- ts will be recorded and staffed through the agency responsible for action. Please give your supervisor and chain of command the opportunity to work with you in answering questions and solving problems Col. David Beecroft before calling ACTION LINE. ABW Commander 75th This will help me better serve your interests. Items of basewide interest to the Hill workforce will be published in the Hilltop Times. Phone numbers The base agencies listed below can be contacted directly if you have a complaint or a problem with their services: Security Forces Crisis Information Services Base Restaurants RetirementCompensation (civilian) Social Actions Employee Relations Military Pay Civilian Pay Air Force Suggestion Program IG Complaints (for appointment) IG Complaints (after hours) Fraud, Waste or Abuse (recording) 75th Medical Group Civil Engineering Hill Pride Hotline Public Affairs Military Housing Maintenance Safety Office 24-h- r. Union AFOSI Narcotics Hotline Family Assistance Center (when activated). . . 90 Global Power and Reach for America. " itary services. 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