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Show HillAFB weather outlook Campaign contributions reach halfway point 5-d- ay www.airfield-ops- . hill.af.miloswAweather A, - ' 4 V 58" High 40' Low Mostly cloudy with chance of mountain showers "It seemed like we were continuously being asked to give to one cause by Janet Tremelling Hill AFB 1002 CFC project coordinator or another, the commander said. "Now, it is only once a year and many worthy causes benefit." At the halfway point of Hill AFB's Combined Federal Campaign, we Another individual commented that have recorded a grand total of $397,722 in contributions, which includes $5.77 raised by organizations for disaster relief. That puts us at approximately 51 percent of our $785,000 goal. Already, seven organizations have surpassed their fair share goal, while 14 others, out of a total of 50 installation-wide, are at or above 50 percent in contributions toward their respective goals. The CFC and the agencies it helps support provide assistance to many military members, civilians and their families. It's rewarding that Team Hill demonstrates so much generosity. During these trying times, it is more important than ever to diligently sup- port and contribute to this drive. It is interesting and informative to hear the comments made by some of the participants. The commander of one organization said he began this campaign at one of his commander's calls by providing information about what it was like before the CFC was started. this is a time for leadership and that the CFC is notable because one's rank or grade doesn't distinguish the leaders. It is simply participa- tion. Another said she felt fortunate to be able to help those in need because they are faced with difficult situations any of us could be and in some cases are struggling to deal with. Many who have contributed feel their contributions are an ideal way to "give back" to the outstanding community they are a part of. One person commented that she designates her contributions to go to a health organization because it helps one of her family members. She added that when this problem arose and her family requested help, the CFC organization providing the assistance didn't ask how much they had contributed; the organization simply provided vital assistance. This story rings all too familiar to some of us and there is a lesson in it also for those of us more fortunate what you may choose to give up v HmtI; Chang S & $397,722 collected as of Oct. 30 Hill AFB goal is $785,000. earns considerable dividends and n't take much money to make a significant impact on someone's circumstances in life. Even a minimum donation goes a long way when multiplied by the thousands of us here serving our nation. often makes you feel better as well. Our campaign slogan, "Give from the Heart, Change Someone's World" has motivated some people to participate. One individual said it does Mandatory flu shots begin Monday 56" High 37" Low Partly cloudy Flu shots for active duty military will begin Monday in the 419th Medical Reserve Unit, Bldg. 568, south of the Hill Clinic. The shots will continue through Nov. 16 and be given from 8 p.m. weekdays. The vaccine is mandatory for all active duty personnel and a list of will be sent to commanders after Nov. 16. Shot records should be brought for documentation. Flu shots for beneficiaries military ID card holders will be from Nov. 19 through March 2002 in the 75th Medical Group's Immunization Clinic, Bldg. 570, second floor, Room U2806. Shots will be given from 0 a.m. and 0 p.m., and Fridays from a.m. For more information, call the Immunization Clinic at Ext. SI 0 a.m.-3:3- 0 no-sho- Monday-Thursda- 7:30-11:3- 57 High 38 Low " I Maj. Gen. -- . 1. , Hill Til 1 Scott Bergren recieves his yearly y 7:30-11:3- 4 A make-u- p flu shot clinic for all base ID card holders, ages 18 and older, will be Nov. 8 at Occupational Health, Bldg. a.m. and 249, from 7:30-11:3-0 p.m. The cost is $12 per shot, and enough serum is available for 1,100 shots. Partly cloudy L 1-- iirn"i'iM flu MMI Ml Photo by Staff Sgt. Matt Lohr shot. Mandatory flu shots for active duty military begin Monday. The clinic's sponsors, Information, Tickets and Travel, explained that the increased cost for the shots are due to an increase in serum prices by the distributor. For more details, call ITT at Ext. Vehicle decals help ensure security by Master Sgt. Mark Hanrion 59 High 39 Low Partly cloudy 75th Security Forces Squadron Everyone who has received a vehicle registration decal has read or should have read the rules as outlined on the accountability-certificationotice. The notice details the registration and deregistration procedures for vehicles on Hill AFB, and signing the adjoining roster, as required, means you will abide by these rules. The basic requirements, as outlined in the Hill Supplement to AFI "Air Force Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision," include: Privately-ownevehicles of assigned military personnel will be registered within 10 duty days after arrival on base. The POVs of assigned civilian employees will be registered within 10 duty days after being hired. POVs purchased after assignment to the base will be registered within three duty days after registration requirements are met. When ownership of a POVis transferred, the previous owner will remove the DD Form 2220, return it to the 75th SFSSFOXI and deregister the vehicle. The new owner will follow the registration procedures. Failure to comply with base vehicle registration or deregistration requirements can result up to a revocation of base driving privileges. An Air Force Print News article notes that people need to focus on the potential effect that selling a registered vehicle may have n 31-20- 4, d 9 61' High 39 Low Partly cloudy one-ye- ar on installation security if they don't follow proper procedures for removing vehicle decals. If people do not remove their vehicle decals when owner- Does this look familiar? to a base. Whether out of curiosity or with intent to cause harm, that access is unlawful. Decals must be removed from a vehicle before possession is By signing the registration form, drivers certify that they have received the decal and have read the following policies: Implied Consent ship changes, the new owners could gain unauthorized access transferred to another person, officials said. The decals must also be removed when a person is released from active duty, separates from the service or terminates civilian employment with a military service or Defense Department agency. If the vehicle is sold to someone authorized a decal then the decal must be transferred, according to the article. While decals don't have to be removed when people make pern manent moves, they must be deregistered and then registered at the gaining base. Decals don't peel off in one easy pull, the AFPN article said, and are specifically designed to break apart as an device. And though the decals are difficult to remove, it's imperative people do so to prevent potential misuse. Hill AFB policy requires that the decals be removed and turned in to the issuing authorities. Failure to follow decal procedures by servicemembers is punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and Title 18 of the federal statute for civilians. For more information on vehicle decal requirements, call the Pass and Registration Section at Ext or Vehicle Impoundment Consent to Search change-of-statio- Roy Gate hours change anti-the- ft With highway construction completed near the Roy Gate, the closing hours returned Monday to the normal time of 5:30 p.m. For more informa-- . tion, call 75th Security Forces Operations Support at Ext. 'Open season' allows changes in TSP plan by Sandy Pistoia Civilian Personnel Division Employees planning retirement and finding a shortfall in funds can make up that difference by enrolling in the Thrift Savings Plan. TSP Open Season, from Nov. 31, is the period when employees may begin con15-Ja- n. tributing, change the contribution amount and allocate the investment of future contributions each pay period. The TSP is a "defined contribution plan." The retirement income received from the TSP account depend on how much the employee and the employee's agency, for FERS have contributed to the account employees while working and the earnings on those contributions. The contributions made are voluntary and are separate from contribu- - tions to FERS Basic Annuity or CSRS Annuity. Effective this open season, FERS employees may contribute up to 12 percent, with 5 percent government matching contributions (when eligible), while CSRS employees may contribute up to 7 percent with no matching funds. There are two tax benefits to investing in the TSP. First, TSP contributions are deducted from pay before taxes are computed, so less tax is paid now. Second, taxes on contributions and attributable earnings are deferred until the money is withdrawn. Early career investment in a TSP account is important FERS employees receive agency matching contributions and the longer the contributions stay in the account the more the employee gains through the "miracle of compounding." Any portion of the account can be invested in the five investment funds: The Web site, www.afpc.randolph.af.mil BESTGRBEBIS.htm, can be accessed around the clock, and Sundays Monday-S- G Fund (Government Securities) aturday from a.m. Central Standard Time. To operate within this system, computers must have a browser with Secure Socket Layers (for security purposes) and a 128-bencryption. The Civilian Employment Office will conduct Thrift Savings Plan briefings Tuesday from a.m. and p.m.; and Nov. 13 and 20 from p.m. in the Base Theater, Bldg. 7-- F Fund (Fixed Income Index Fund - Notes and Bonds) it C Fund (Common Stock Index Fund -- S&P500) S Fund (Small Capitalization Stock Index Fund Wilshire 4500) -- I Fund (International Stock Index Fund -- (Europe, Australasia and Far East) 441. The briefings outline all the new and existing plan rules, investment options available and any other information pertaining to the TSP. TSP enrollment is made by calling the BEST 8 Automated System at (800) Benefit counselors are available weekdays, 7 a.m.-- 7 p.m., Central Standard Time. 997-237- (997-BEST- ). For more information contact Civilian Personnel, Bldg. 1245, Room 12, or call Sandy Pistoia at Ext. or Amy Hawkins at Ext. t |
