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Show 1 2a AIR FORCE RESERVE MEADS UP Dm ft. m gD(3DDuju(J QTJrp mi by Bill Hensley 4i9f TFW Public Affairs ;"' Office i f two-mont- i . I .i His landscape architecture degree from Utah State University placed the project in the hands of a professional right from the p a, A k start. h , 7i- 99 lii1 '1 g air reserve technician adviser, was the project officer and instrumental from start to finish in networking talents. Squadron members note he got the ball rolling by coordinating the proposal with the base civil engineers. Mecham said, "The engineers were very impressed with the overall design and we had no problem getting it approved for construction." From that point on, the logistics of getting the puzzle of people, supplies and support together at the same time was the challenge. He added, "It was exciting and rewarding w hen the last river rock was finally in its place completing the facelift." V. ma pleased with the results," Torgerson added. MSgt. Gary C. Mecham, the unit's award-winnin- Maj. Barney Chapman -i Commander, 66th " full-tim- e r A - -.-- More than 22 members of the 68th APS contributed 1,300 hours of labor to make the cosmetic improvement to the facility surroundings. Ground preparation ranged from spreading river rock, to building planter boxes and planting trees and shrubs. SSgt. by Lt. Col. E. Michael Skousen Our journey toward quality in the 419th means many things. It means learning to work constantly to meet and exceed our customers' expectations. eri ran The 419th Tactical Fighter Wing Chaplain's Office is emphasizing the importance of the Bill of Rights in each of our lives. As Air Force Reserve members, our oath of service commits us to protect the proud American heritage of freedom. Preservation of this heritage mandates a continued willingness of American fighting men and women to give themselves fully and without task of reserve to the America's defense. Yet, a heritage may be destroyed by other than external forces. We protect America's heritage of freedom when we work to pass on freedom's stories, with their heroes and heroines, to succeeding generations. We protect this proud heritage when we strive to enever-dangero- - power pool. Chapman said, "The building's new landscape not only enhances the attractiveness of the facility and grounds, but requires little water and Smith, 10th Air Force commander, will personally train Brig. Gen. F.S. Winebarger, 419th Tactical Fighter Wing commander, and his key staff in the basic principles and tools of quality. Once this core group of leaders has mastered the material and demonstrated that they can use it in the "real world," they will train the next echelon of wing managers and staff personnel. Eventually, this IfoeirilfrsKPie sure its benefits to all of America's citizens. As America has grown strong over the years, one of its chief sources of strength has been the vitality of its ethnic, religious and cultural diversity. As we have traveled the globe in the service of our country, reservists have learned the values of strengths of persons of other cultures, and have seen the true gift of diversity within our own military community. A pluralist world reminds us of the wonders of God's creation, complex and diverse, each culture and each person contributing in a special way. Those who have come to America's shores have brought their resilience and strength, their stories, music and dance, their unique perspective on human life, and above all, their commitment to American ideals of justice and freedom..'. Jeffrey Gainey was the project workhorse managing the volunteer man- w fETOOOVlOETi) by Chaplain (Maj.) Rand Eberhard Air Force Photo by Bill Heniley It means focusing on the prevention of error and waste, not simply on its detection. But the first steps we will take down the quality road will take us back to the classroom. All of us have a lot to learn about what it will take to become a "Quality First" organization, so here's how we will gain the know-honecessary to make quality work. Within the next few weeks, Brig. Gen. David 1 419th Combat Support Squadron 1 U S Squadron. 419th TFW Quality Center iron 'tTA MSgt. Gary C. Mecham, squadron and project adviser, views the landscape arrangement completed by Reserve volunteers from the 68th Aerial Port getting the basics for a better force rOUCi -- job well done Focusing on quality 66 - The Chth Aerial Port Squadron recently captured one of the 1991 Hill clean-uAFH fix-uawards for top efforts in landscaping around their facility. The award was presented by Col. Gary L. Curry, deputy director, Technology and Industrial Support Directorate, for the outstanding results of the project completed by volunteers from the unit. TSgt. Kenneth D. Torgerson used his civilian work experience and expertise to design the desert scene. "His landscape architecture degree from Utah State University placed the project in the hands of a professional right from the start," Maj. Barney B. Chapman, squadron commander, said. "The time spent planning and constructing was satisfying and I'm very p r : i APS upkeep. We appreciate not only the members of the 68th team who volunteered their time and efforts, but also a number of base personnel who were key players in the project, such as the civil engineering squadron and base motor pool. The efforts of reservists from Utah, Idaho and Wyoming will be enjoyed by those who pass by Bldg. 841, landscaped with a beautiful desert scene," he said. Reserve volunteers were 2nd Lt. Timothy A. Fiscus; SMSgt. Phillip Tourangeau; MSgts. Ross P. Childs, Ronald E. Ocana and Don M. TSgts. Marlin Christensen, William C. Dykman, Del R. Gale, John F. Lemon, Floyd M. Martinez and Sigilfred Martinez; SSgts. Kenneth R. Bell, Anson B. Call, Paul A. Griffith, Gary L. Finley, Michael Montgomery. Elizabeth C. Ponce and Andrew S. Ugan; Sgts. Dwayne A. Asay, Willard R. Bear Jr. and Roger W. Miles. Ash-craf- cascade of training will reach everyone in the wing. We estimate that the full cascade will require about a year and a half to complete. So what can you expect to learn during your cascade training experience? Assisted by a qualified facilitator, your supervisor will introduce you to and quality improvepowerful problem-solvinment techniques. You will also learn how to better function as a member of a quality-centere- d work team, and be given the opportunty to hone your communication and negotiation skills as well. The end result of all this will be a team of people who understand what it takes to put quality to work in the 419th TFW... and perhaps more importantly, empowered to go out and make it happen. g t; |
