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Demolition is scheduled to begin in mid-July for the Las Flores housing area as part of a $2.8 million demolition project, according to officials.

The project, which began in 2004, is scheduled to be completed in February 2016 and will demolish 320 homes built in the 1960s.

Contractors are currently conducting “selective demo” that involves removing all material that can be recycled, said Justin Nodolf, Facility Engineering and Acquisition Division construction man-ager at Public Works Rota. Following the selective demo, they will begin to demolish the homes down to their foun-dation before turning it into an area with grass and trees.

“One of the key elements on this [construction project] is anything we can recycle, we’re basically trying to salvage and recycle. Washers, dryers, heavy metal, all the copper wiring, any of the wood, the steel from any of the rebar within the concrete, the metal roofing is getting salvaged and recycled. We’re trying to recycle as much as we can associate with these projects,” Nodolf said. “Right now we’re actively going through two of the phases. Some of the

units are still occupied in some of the other phases so we’re still working on a transition plan on that side until we can find other accommodations for them.”

Nodolf said the mass demolition will begin within two weeks and will go quickly. To keep the construction area safe for contractors and families who walk through the area, the contractor fenced off the projects.

“You’ll probably see, each phase will have a various state of work going on. Right now we have two stages that are under active demo, and within a month or so we’ll see the other two phases un-der active selective demo. From there, there are some tree-plantings in that we have do to in that area, and then plant-ing grass and then from there turning it over to … open space,” he said.

With an increase in base popula-tion, many have asked why Rota would eliminate so many homes. The deci-sion was made in 2004 when the base population included more than 6,000 personnel.

In 2004, VQ 2 and two supporting commands left Rota, which caused a significant decrease to the base popu-lation, said Housing Director, Bob Crist. With a large decrease in population the commanding officer at the time asked Crist to ‘come up with a plan for

housing.’The plan included the four-phased

projects in the Las Palmeras neighbor-hood, which involved converting and renovating the units. It also included the demolition of the 950 square foot townhouses and duplexes in Las Flores.

“The plan all along was to demolish them. In 2004 we started the process of saying, ‘hey, tons of stuff is available out in town that’s better than Las Flores, better quality, construction, newer so … highly recommend demolition,” Crist said.

Originally scheduled to coincide with the four phases of Las Palmeras the idea was that “as we renovate and get them back then we can do a demolition.

As we renovate and convert, then we can do another phase. So we’re getting homes back on this side, new renovated homes, and then demolishing all of Las Flores,” Crist said.

Upon the announcement of the For-ward Deployed Naval Forces shift to Rota, demolition plans were halted to ensure adequate family housing for the new arrivals.

“The four projects stayed but they decided to hold off on the demolition. So when they saw the deteriorating state because ... very few people were living in them, then they started up the thought of doing the demolition,” he said. “The

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By Morgan OverNaval Station Rota Public Affairs

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Demolition of Las Flores Neighborhood Underway

The Las Flores housing neighborhood is blocked off as contractors begin selective demolition, Tuesday. All 320 houses will be demolished in a $2.8 million contract scheduled to completed in February 2016.

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Hola Rota,Happy Fourth of July Naval Station

Rota! Saturday marks our 239th birth-day as a nation when the Continental Congress embraced the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia in 1776. We began celebrating our Fourth of July weekend this morning with an emotional flag-raising ceremony and the playing of our national anthem. As everyone is aware, since we are guests on a Spanish naval base, we are only able to raise our flag with the permission of the Spanish base commanding officer. Having our Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Sol-diers from our 35-plus tenant commands gathered together in front of Building 1 and seeing our Ameri-can flag wave proudly overhead made this event very poignant and special.

As I mentioned earlier, our Continental Congress approved the final wording of the Declaration of Independence on the Fourth of July, which inexorably set us on our path toward being a free nation. However, even though approval meant independence, it also meant treason against Britain which was punishable by death and loss of all property. It took a

lot of persuading by men like Thomas Jef-ferson and Ben Franklin to garner support from all the colonies as not all Americans were yet willing to take that bold step of breaking away from the British Empire. Eventually we won our freedom and

formed a government of, by, and for the people. As American citizens we can all be proud of our heritage.

Some interesting facts surrounding the Fourth of July and our past Presi-dents:

- Did you know that both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, the only signers of the Declaration of Inde-pendence later to serve

as presidents of the United States, died on the same day - July 4, 1826 - which was the 50th anniversary?

- Although not a signer of the Declara-tion of Independence, but another Found-ing Father who became a President, James Monroe, also died on July 4, 1831.

- Calvin Coolidge, the 30th president, was born on July 4, 1872, and, so far, is the only U.S. president to have been born on Independence Day.

Later today Rota Morale, Welfare and Recreation will throw an Independence

Day party, Independence Fest, at La Plaza. There will be a “soft start” at 4 p.m. with the national anthem kicking things off at 6 p.m. We will have music from four different bands and artists, a Fun Zone, multiple food venues, and the evening will end with fireworks. This gives us Americans stationed and living in Rota - active duty, Reservists, retirees, civilians, and dependents - an opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate the history of our great nation as well as share some of our cherished traditions with our wonderful Spanish hosts and friends.

Also, as we celebrate a long four-day weekend, let us remember those who have paid the ultimate price for our free-dom, and keep in our hearts and prayers those on deployment and in the combat zones today - especially members of our Rota family.

Lastly I want to acknowledge the men and women aboard Naval Station Rota - military and civilian alike - whose hard work, professionalism, and dedication support our fleet, the warfighter, and our families. Team Rota is like none other in the world. Enjoy this long weekend with friends and loved ones as you all have earned it. Please be safe and take care of one another! God Bless the United States of America!

Happy Fourth of July

Today’s issue brings to a close my more than three-year term serving as editor of The Coastline newspa-per. This has been nothing short of wonderful.

My sincerest thanks to the faithful readers, those who contributed ar-ticles either regularly or periodically, and those who work to make The Coastline a success. We couldn’t do this without you. Thank you to my amazing team in the Public Affairs Office; you all are rock stars!

If you find you want to submit an ar-ticle, ask a question, or obtain a copy of the latest issue, email our office at [email protected]. Thank you for three great years, Rota!

Warmest Regards,Morgan Over

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1. Take advantage of natural ventilation instead of using air conditioning during the times of the year when this is feasible. Opening and closing windows in different parts of the building is a great way to naturally ventilate a space.

2 . U n d e r a p p r o p r i a t e weather conditions in the coo l ing s e a s o n , u s e fans mounted in windows to exhaust hot air that accumulates indoors during the day, and reversed at night to pull in cooler outdoor air.

3. Clean or replace filters regularly on air conditioners; keep outside units free from leaves or debris that may clog vents.

4. Close doors and vents of unused rooms to avoid cooling these areas.

5. Turn off unnecessary lights and use energy-efficient lights, especially when you have the air conditioner running because lights generate a significant amount of heat.

Weekly Energy Tip: Cooling

BRITE Ideas NAVSTA Rota!

REMINDER: Per COMNAVACT Spain In-struction 5100.2, it is prohibited to wear headphones, earphones or other devices that restrict or prevent the ability to hear traffic while walking, jogging, running or bicycling.

WASHINGTON - With continuous advances in tech-nology and unlimited access to information, the Naval OPSEC Support Team (NOST) is putting forth an effort to bring Operations Security, or OPSEC, standards into the 21st Century U.S. Navy.

OPSEC, as a methodology was developed during the Vietnam War to determine how the enemy was able to obtain advanced information on military operations.

Under that idea Admiral Ulysses Sharp, then com-mander-in-chief, Pacific, established the "Purple Dragon" team, which conceived of and utilized the methodology of "Thinking like the wolf," or looking at your own orga-nization from an adversarial viewpoint.

Since, the OPSEC systematic process, has proven to be successful in identifying, controlling, and protecting generally sensitive but unclassified information by miti-gating the adversary's ability to compromise a mission, operation or activity.

As a whole, OPSEC works through proper under-standing of each of the five steps within the OPSEC

process:1. Identify critical information. The information you

have that could assist an adversary in any way.2. Analyze the threat to that information. Does an

adversary have the capability to collect or use the infor-mation, and if so, how?

3. Analyze the vulnerabilities. How is the critical in-formation relayed in the course of your daily duties and how is it protected?

4. Assess the risk. How likely is it that the information could be compromised?

5. Develop countermeasures. What can you do to protect the information from being disclosed?

NOST wants to stress the fact that everyone, including service members and family members, have a duty to protect your command, your shipmates and your family by always maintaining operations security. So the next time you send your friends a comment or post a tweet, think about who else may be seeing it.

Each month NOST will be sharing new resources on different OPSEC topics. You can also visit the Navy.mil graphics gallery, http://www.navy.mil/view_ggphotos.asp, to find more resources.

The OPSEC of the FutureBy April GrantOffice of the Chief of Information

whole deal is there are so many nice homes off base. People are getting townhouses that are only 5 years old that are 1,000, 1,100 euro, with full basements, park-ing in the basement, all beautiful

material, you can’t hear anything your neighbor is doing. The 320 homes that are there are easily made up for out in town.”

Many rumors said the reason-ing was mold but Crist cautions again that.

“The mold isn’t the reason we’re demolishing them. Even with the ships, we still pushed for

the demo because the adequacy of those homes in 2015 … they’re kind of small, they’re kind of creaky, you can hear everything.”

Housing and Public Works representatives remind individu-als to be cautious of trucks oper-ating in the area, particularly for those who use the Fuentebravia gate.

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SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Il-linois - As the use of social media grows, so do the opportunities for federal employees to run afoul of a variety of ethics rules in their personal use of different social media venues. A recent legal advisory from the United States Office of Government Ethics (OGE) seeks to expand upon and clarify existing rules for a number of situations.

Reference to Government Title or Position and Appear-ance of Official Sanction

Welcome to the 21st century! You’re creating your first social media account so you can keep up with your friends and family. Uh-oh.

The site is asking for personal and professional information about you, including your official title, position, and employer. You fill it in, but all you can do is think about that ethics briefing at work last week where you were reminded of the Standards of Conduct prohibiting federal employees from sanctioning or endorsing private organizations. Specifically, you remember you can’t use your official title, posi-tion, or any association with your public office for private gain.

You also remember you have to avoid using your title or position in a manner that would create an appearance that the govern-ment sanctions or endorses your activities.

Your first social media chal-lenge - You’re planning a trip to the home of a certain mouse next week and you want to tell the world through your social media page that you’re “Going to …” ahem, to the home of that certain mouse. Would that announce-ment, and subsequently posting those pictures, imply that you, a federal employee as identified on your social media page, endorse that rodent abode?

Ordinarily, an employee’s use

of personal social media will not create the impermissible appear-ance of governmental sanction or endorsement. Additionally, neither will merely identifying an official title or position in the biographical information of the personal social media account.

However, the employee should be more cautious if refer-encing position, title, or agency, in the body of a social media posting. In determining if that reference violates the Standards of Conduct, the Agency’s friendly neighborhood ethics attorney would consider the totality of the circumstances to determine if the “reasonable person” would consider that use inappropri-

ate. If you think there might be confusion, you are encouraged to include a disclaimer clarifying that your social media communi-cation reflects only your personal views and not necessarily those of others.

So, post those pictures of you having dinner with a trademark-named princess at her castle on your social media page, but you might not want to tell the world that as a representative of the U.S. government, you support her claim to the throne.

Recommending and En-dorsing Others on Social Media

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Summer is finally here! For many avid riders that means it’s time to break the dusty cover off their set of two wheels and explore some new roads.

T h e r e a r e s o m e i m p o r t a n t things one may overlook in all their excitement to get back in the saddle. Motorcycle safety is a huge focus of the Department of Defense and for good reason; in 2011 alone there were 4,612 motorcycle fatalities, compared to 418 fatalities in Afghanistan that year. Granted, that’s comparing an entire population to a small demographic,

but it still speaks in volumes about this ongoing issue.

Before you do ride make sure you are up to date on your Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) courses and other training. Since implemented in 2009 this has statistically shown to decrease the amount of deaths amongst those who are properly qualified to operate a motorcycle. Make sure you stay hydrated as well as when you go riding. Proper hydration will affect your performance whether you think so or not, and the last thing someone needs when on the open road is decreased performance and

alertness. Lastly, protective gear is always a

must. Some may want to brush off gear claiming it is “too hot” and the gear is “too heavy.” A simple Internet search will gladly show you the result of riders having accidents thinking the proper safety gear was unnecessary. A lot of gear is designed for summer weather and will keep you both cool and safe, as well as being required for active duty members on and off base.

With this simple checklist you can enjoy your summer on two wheels so that you may also stay Healthy for Life.

Summer Safety: Motorcycle RidersFrom USNHR Health Promotions

By Kim DixonU.S. Army Military Surface Deploy-ment and Distribution Command, Office of the Staff Judge Advocate

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Several significant female uni-form initiatives have been in the press and discussed at all hands calls and events across the Fleet. A “choker” style service dress white (SDW) uniform for officers and chiefs, was recently show-cased at the U.S. Naval Academy graduation and a Cracker-Jack style service dress blues (SDB) for E6 and below that will appear next year. There are some other Sailor and Fleet requested de-sign improvements for women’s uniforms that are in the pipeline.

Here are eight things to know about planned uniform changes:

1. Female uniform changes in the works include a beltless khaki slack for wear with the overblouse; a pencil design skirt in white and khaki, and enlarg-ing the internal pocket of the officer and chief SDB and SDW

uniforms to accommodate larger items like cell phones. We are looking at what we can do to shorten the timeline from design to fleet introduction.

2. We’ve completed the im-provement to the female khaki tuck-in shirt with reinforced stitch-ing to the shirt’s bottom hem.

3. The Navy’s goal is to pro-vide greater uniformity among Sailors as well as an overall improved quality, comfort, and appearance in our uniforms.

4. To develop a better fit for our uniforms, Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility is col-lecting data on Sailors’ measure-ments to update baseline sizes, patterns, and designs used for manufacturing all uniforms. We have been relying on data from 1988 for females and 1997 for males and the new information will be used to update all our uniform patterns.

5. Leadership has finalized the design, timeline, and transi-tion for the female E6 and below SDB, improved white Cracker-Jacks and the Dixie cup cover. Timeline for the roll out of the new uniforms is being developed and is expected to begin within the next two years.

6. A female officers and chiefs choker version of the SDW coat and the alternate combination cover has been approved. A wear test of the prototype is being conducted this summer and the information gathered will be used to inform the final design. The coat is expected to be available for purchase and optional wear early next year. Mandatory wear date has not been determined, but will be before January 2020.

7. The alternate combination covers for men and women will be available for purchase and optional wear by the end of this

year.8. Like any acquisition pro-

cess, there is a very detailed and lengthy timeline. From the initial concept to final production,

to produce a new uniform or to incorporate any design change into an existing uniform item can take 36 to 48 months from con-cept to roll out.

Female Uniform Initiatives – 8 Things to KnowFrom Uniform Matters Office

Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced in 2009 that the Navy's goal to reduce petroleum consumption

by the non-tactical vehicle fleet is 50 percent by 2020, and Navy installations are doing their part by working on its fleet of government vehicles.

Partnering with Naval Facilities Engineering Com-mand (NAVFAC), Navy Installations Command (NIC) is

implementing several initiatives to meet this goal to in-clude: investments in alternate fuel infrastructure, imple-mentation of a vehicle monitoring system, replacement

Navy Installations Going Green With Vehicle FleetsBy Lt. j.g. Clyde ShaversNavy Installations Command Public Affairs

Information Technician 3rd Class Alyza Marie Santos, left, Electronic Technician 2nd Class Melissa Rheaume and Master-at Arms 2nd Class Ashley Ann Fisher discuss their observations about the new female E6 and below service dress blue uniform prototypes they are testing as part of a preliminary, three-week wear evaluation, May 29, 2014.

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Manuel Alba Jaime, right, with Rota's Public Affairs Office, shakes hands with Jerez de la Frontera 1st Deputy Mayor, Francisco Rojas, after receiving a commemorative medal and diploma for his work with and support of the Santo Angel Association at the Alcazar of Jerez, June 24. The National Police Association of Jerez de la Frontera "Santo Angel" honored civilians and military for work performed within the community of Jerez.

Photo courtesy of Diario de Jerez

Service members assigned to Commander, U.S. Naval Activities Spain pose for a photo after completing the 2nd Annual Naval Station Rota Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Pride Run, Tuesday. The run was coordinated to honor and recognize the LGBT military community and thank them for their contributions to the nation’s Armed Forces.

Photo by MC1 (SW) Brian Dietrick


LS3 Kalyn ClarkTeam Rota in the Spotlight

Photo by MC2 (SW) Grant Wamack

A native of Newark, Delaware, Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Kalyn Clark joined the Navy in November 2012. After completing basic training at Great Lakes in Illinois, she attended Logistics Specialist “A” School in Meridian, Mississippi for two months. On April 10, 2013, Clark arrived in Rota, Spain and joined Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Sigonella, Italy - Site Rota.

Clark works as one of two customs clerks at the supply building on base. She regularly goes out to inspect pack outs for upcoming moves and ensures everything is going smoothly. When deployed service members are about to go back to the U.S. she also inspects their gear before they leave. In her free time, Clark volunteers for community

relations projects on base. “I love what I do,” said Clark. “In

customs I meet new people every single day. Also, it’s a building of trust with people I work with everyday. You have to learn how to trust one another, especially being a purchase card holder.”

C l a r k s a i d h e r b i g g e s t accomplishment thus far is all of the friends she has made since she’s been in Spain, whom she considers her support system. One thing that has kept Clark motivated and moving forward is her favorite quote by Max Levchin

“The very first company I started failed with a great bang. The second one failed a little bit less, but still failed. The third one, you know, proper failed, but it was kind of OK. I recovered quickly. Number four almost didn’t fail. It still didn’t really feel great, but it did okay. Number five was PayPal.”

By MC2 (SW) Grant WamackNAVSTA Rota Public Affairs


Red CRoss Needs VoluNteeR leadeRsThe American Red Cross Rota is currently accepting

applicants for two senior volunteer leadership positions. The Station Chair is a senior leadership position

that works hand in hand with paid staff members as a peer and confidante in delivering Red Cross programs to the community. This position is essential in the development of strategic program plans, tracking success measurements, fostering relationships with military and community leaders as well as mentoring other volunteer leadership.

The Chair of Volunteers is a senior leadership position crucial to the management of our volunteer workforce and the success of the programs they deliver to the community. This position manages a team of volunteer leaders in the development of volunteer programs and opportunities.

Both positions require an estimated 10 hours a week, remote or on-site. You may express interest by calling 956-82-2333 or email [email protected].

Red Cross Youth Chair WantedAre you a teacher? Are you a spouse wanting to

contribute to the community and have a great volunteer job on your résumé? Do you enjoy working with high school students grades eight to 12? The American Red Cross is pleased to announce the new DGF Red Cross Youth Club. The Youth Club is a group that provides students with opportunities to make a difference by addressing the community's greatest needs and developing leadership skills.

The Youth Club empowers youth with knowledge and life-saving skills to help prepare their schools and community to respond to emergencies. The American

Red Cross Rota is a looking for a volunteer to work with the David Glasgow Farragut educational lead to guide the club and students as the Youth Chair. The time commitment for this position is approximately an average of two hours per week. For more information please call 727-2333.

NMCRs offiCe ClosuReThe Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Office will

close at noon Thursday and re-open at 9 a.m. Monday in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. The NMCRS Thrift Shop will be closed on 6 July in honor of the 4th of July holiday. The NMCRS staff and volunteers would like to wish you all a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday weekend.

CalliNg all eagle sCoutsAre you an Eagle Scout looking to give back to

Scouting? Or perhaps a new parent who wishes to enroll their child in Scouting? The Department of Defense sponsors a very robust Boy Scout and Cub Scout program in Europe, including here in Rota. For more information, please contact David Kemp at [email protected] or DSN 626-3192.

PResChool seRViCes foR ChildReN with disabilities

Child Find for children 3 - 5 years of age is an ongoing outreach program that locates and identifies children who may have developmental delays or educational disabilities and need special services. If you have concerns regarding your child's development please contact 727-4185 or 727-4435.

wiC oVeRseas Women, Infants and Children Overseas is a nutrition,

education and supplemental food program for qualified members of the uniformed services, civilian employees, DoD contractors living overseas and their family

members. Participants include pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women, infants and children up to age 5. WIC benefits include one-on-one nutrition counseling, nutrition and health screenings, breast-feeding education, breast pump loan program, infant and child feeding tips and drafts redeemable for nutritious foods. Call 727-2921 for more information.

alCoholiCs aNoNyMous MeetiNgsAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings are scheduled

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall at the chapel. For more information, call the DAPA at 727-2357 (VPN: 18-727-2357) or commercial 638-83-6854. AA off-base: "Rota Drydock," every Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Calle Calvario, 67, Inglesia del Carmen, Rota (Lat: 36.624466, Long: -6.356386). For information about the meeting in Rota, call Joe Garcia at 629-27-1312 or 956-81-5842. Online, visit http://www.aaonline.net or http://www.aaspain.org.

dlPt, dlab testiNg at the NCoNavy College Office Rota has assumed responsibility

for the Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) and Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB). Testing is by appointment only - walk in testing will not be permitted. Individuals without One-Net access must call Neville Hollin at 727-2126. He will coordinate a time for the individual to come by to Building 3269 to start filling out the SAAR-N for access to One-Net. Access to One-Net is a requirement for DLPT/DLAB testing and a requirement to set up the appointment for testing. For more information, please contact Sandra Whitaker or Brenda Carpenter at 727-2798/2785.

NAVSTA Rota News

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CHAPLINES

Chaplain Reggie Jones

Kids Program at Brindo Mi Vida

Opportunity for LDS Members in RotaThe Latter-day Saints meet at the Capilla at the Chapel, Sundays, 4:30 p.m.

The LDS Family Home meetings are held on Mondays at 7 p.m. The LDS Scripture Study/Institute meets on Thursdays.

The Gospel Project for Kids, a Sunday school class for your little ones at Brindo mi Vida is taking a summer break. Call the chapel at 727-2161 for more details.

On a Mission to Find the Purpose of Your Life?Marines and Sailors seem to be on a mission to

find purpose in their lives. If you ask many, this can be daunting task. Many before us and many after will

be on a mission to find purpose. The sad thing is that many will never find their purpose or the purpose of life.

A man by the name of Solomon, whom the Bible tells us is the wisest man to ever walk the Earth outside of Jesus Christ, struggled with trying to find purpose and meaning

of life. Read what Solomon wrote thousands of years ago in Ecclesiastes 1:1-12 (NIV).

“'Meaningless! Meaningless!' says the teacher. 'Ut-

terly meaningless! Everything is meaningless.' What do people gain from all their labors at which they toil under the sun? Generations come and generations go, but the earth remains forever. The sun rises and the sun sets, and hurries back to where it rises. The wind blows to the south and turns to the north; round and round it goes, ever returning on its course. All streams flow into the sea, yet the sea is never full. To the place the streams come from, there they return again. All things are wearisome, more than one can say.

"The eye never has enough of seeing, nor the ear its fill of hearing. What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun. Is there anything of which one can say, 'Look! This is something new?' It was here already, long ago; it was here before our time. No one remembers the former generations, and even those yet to come will not be remembered by those who

follow them."Reading the words reflect what many believe today

and suggests that the individual has come to the end of their rope. Have you ever felt the way Solomon did when he wrote this? If we are honest with ourselves I believe we all have. There is something inside of all of us that want to leave our mark on the world, society, and our lives in general. But some may ask what is the answer to this predicament and how do I implement this answer in my life?

Read what Solomon wrote at the end of his letter. Here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind. For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14.

To speak with me or another chaplain, call the Re-ligious Ministries Department at 727-2161.

Attention Patriot Express/CAT B travelers: Passengers traveling on the Patriot Express are encouraged to check in early and check back often. Travelers are able to check in and drop off baggage 24 hours prior to departure and up to two hours prior to departure. Not only does this help passengers drop off luggage but you can check to ensure your flight is still departing at the scheduled time. Is important to check back often prior to departure in the event the show time has changed. To check the status of your flight, please call Passenger Services at 727-2411/956-82-2411.

In recognition of the sustained efforts of the spouses and dependent children of our deployed military members, the Department of Defense (DoD) policy on space-available travel for dependents of deployed members is being updated to reflect the recommendation of the Military Compensation and Retirement Modernization Commission Recommendation Assessment.

Effective immediately, dependents of military members deployed for 30 or more consecutive days are authorized to travel space-available on DoD aircraft in Category IV. This change will be incorporated into DoD Instruction 4515.13R, "Air Transportation Eligibility," which is currently under revision.

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PRePaRe foR the sat oR aCt NoweKnowledge is donating SAT/ACT Test Prep Programs

worth $200 to all active duty, retired, veterans, Guard, Reserve, their family members, DoD employees and civilians performing military support, as well as their family members. Materials may be ordered online at http://www.eknowledge.com/DANTES or by calling 951-25-6407.

Visit these schools in the Community Support Building during their office hours, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

eRau has a PRogRaM foR youEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) has

the graduate, undergraduate and certificate programs to help you achieve your academic and career goals. While in Rota, with Embry-Riddle Worldwide, you can get your education in a way that works best for you: in the traditional classroom, available at more than 150 locations throughout the world; online, from anywhere across the globe; EagleVision Classroom-web video conferencing between classrooms; EagleVision Home Web video conferencing from the convenience of your home; and Blended, which allows you to combine learning modes to suit your lifestyle. Visit our website at http://worldwide.erau.edu or contact your local office at [email protected] to learn about available programs and courses. Call ERAU at 727-2984.

uMuC offeRs MultiPle degReesThere’s a reason more than 93,000 students have

chosen UMUC. They have experienced faculty with professional knowledge, plus UMUC is regionally accredited and internationally recognized. UMUC

Europe offers several certificate programs, along with many associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs. On top of that, there are many other degree options through the UMUC Stateside Campus. Stop by the UMUC office here in Rota and find out how UMUC can help you reach your academic goals. They are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you can't stop by their office in the Community Service Building (CSB), call them at 727-2917 or email them at [email protected].

CeNtRal texas College (CtC) Classes Central Texas College is a regionally accredited

college serving various certificate degree programs. Currently, CTC is offering four face-to-face degree programs in criminal justice, fire protection, child development and hospitality management. CTC face-to-face courses are eight weeks long, one night a week, 6 - 9 p.m. There are several other available online degree programs, and registration for these is open every month. If you’re interested in enrolling and registering to take classes, please contact CTC field representatives for more information at 727- 2574 or email CTC at [email protected].

ou of f e R s Ma s t e R o f hu M a N RelatioNs

The University of Oklahoma offers a Master of Human Relations. The Master of Human Relations program offers emphasis in organizational studies, counseling and the helping professions and social change. Face-to-face classes are taught Tuesday through Friday, 6 - 9:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Online classes are also available each semester. The MHR is a non-thesis program which includes four core classes, six electives and one internship experience for a total of 36 semester hours. For more information, call OU at 727-2799 or email at [email protected].

New studeNt RegistRatioNFor new families arriving during summer break with

middle and high school students, registration is by appointment only.

The registration dates are:High SchoolJuly 14 to 16Aug. 4 to 5Aug. 19 to 28Middle SchoolAug. 19 to 28Kindly contact the registrar at 727-4181/4183 or

[email protected] to schedule your appointment.

iCR (MaNdatoRy)WEEKLY through October, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Rota's Intercultural Relations Course (ICR) is a mandatory four-day course for all newly stationed personnel assigned to Commander, U.S. Naval Activities Spain; uniform of the day is required for all service members and business attire for civilians and dependents. You will be trained in diplomacy and learn some of the customs, traditions, and history of the host country.

Participation in the ICR program is critical to the successful and smooth adjustment to living overseas in the Kingdom of Spain. Vouchers are available for childcare services during class times. Your ICR instructor will give you the voucher upon completion of the course. These vouchers allow for free Morale, Welfare and

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TouRsGuided tours through “Puertas de Tierra” and “Torreon” (old city gate and tower), Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free.

Alcazar de Jerez, oldest Moorish Fortress of Jerez, camara Oscura, octogonal tower, Arab gardens, Villavicencio Palace, Oil mill, Mosque and Arab baths. Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Guided tours through Luna Castle, Saturday and Sunday at 1p.m. and 5 p.m. Prior registration is required at the Tourist Office, #2, Cuna Sreet, tickets €1

Picobarro Second Hand Market, Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sargento Cespedes Street, Rota

Sevilla, Bullring guided tours, daily 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., tickets €7, call 954-22-4577 or visit http://www.realmaestranza.com

Sevilla, Reales Alcázares (Moorish fortress) guided tours, daily, 09:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., tickets €8.75

Sevilla, Cathedral and Giralda tours, Monday 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., tickets €8

Ruta por El Puerto y Bodegas Osborne, guided tour, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m., tickets €10 for adults and €5 for children, call 697-34-5807

Como Bailan los Caballos Andaluces (How Andalusian Horses Dance), every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Recreo de las Cadenas, Duque de Abrantes Avenue, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets €19 to 25, call 956-31-8008 or visit http://www.realescuela.org

River Journey “Sanlucar-Guadalquivir River-Doñana Park,” Real Fernando Ship, Fabrica de Hielo, Bajo de Guia, daily, at 10 a.m., adults €16.50, children €8.20, call 956-36-3813 or visit http://www.visitasdonana.com

Castillo de Luna, Rota, guided tours, Saturdays at 5 p.m., Sundays at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. request tickets in advance at the tourism office, Calle Cuna,

2, tickets €1. For reservation call 956-84-6345.

aRT“Picasso, Ceramista y Grabador: La Suite Vollard,” display of 11 original pieces of the artist, through July 31, Sala de Exposiciones Centro Unicaja de Cultura de Cadiz, Cadiz

FlamenCoFlamenco show by Joaquin Marin “El Quini,” July 17, 10 p.m., Claustros de Santo Domingo, Alameda de Cristina, Jerez de la Frontera

Flamenco, Sanlucar de Barrameda, Fridays, 10:30 and 11:30 p.m., Bodegon de Arte “A Contratiempo,” 5, San Miguel Street, Friday and Saturday, tickets €12, call 653-071-099 or visit http://www.bodegonacontratiempo.com

Flamenco show, Fridays and Saturdays, 1 and 10 p.m., Tabanco “El Pasaje”, Santa Maria Street, Jerez de la Frontera

eaT/DRinkGonzalez Byass Bodega - Jerez de la

Frontera, Monday to Saturday, noon, 1, 2, and 5 p.m., tickets €12 to 15

Sandeman Bodega - Jerez de la Frontera, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m.

Barbadillo Bodega - Sanlúcar, Tuesdays to Saturdays, 11 a.m., €3

musiC Al Rumbo music festival, July 16 to 18, Chipiona - Costa Ballena, Europa Avenue, for more information visit http://www.guiadecadiz.com

Coque Malla in concert, July 10, 9 p.m., Parador de Cadiz, #9 Duque de Najera Avenue, Cadiz, tickets € 30

Lenny Kravitz in concert, July 20, Barclaycard Center, Madrid, tickets €40 to €70, http://www.livenation.es

spoRTsKite Surfing World Championship, July 9 to 19, Playa de Los Carriles, Tarifa

Long-Range Events

Area ActivitiesBullfightsEstepona bullring, regular bullfight, July 12, 7 p.m., six bulls for Rivera Ordoñez, Cayetano Rivera Ordoñez, and Javier Jimenez

Events this WeekspoRTsHipodromo de Dos Hermanas, Sevilla, for summer season program, visit http://www.hipodromosdeandalucia.com

musiCNo Sin Musica Festival, Friday and Saturday, 10 p.m., Puerto de cadiz (Piers), Cadiz, for more information visit http://www.guiadecadiz.com

FashionVejer Weekend Fashion, July 10 to 12, Vejer de la FronteraHorse Races

Horse Races, Aug. 12, 13, 14, 26, 27, 28, Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Bajo de Guia and Las Piletas Beach


It is everyone’s responsibility to report fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement in Navy activities to: OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL Phone: 081-568-2983 - Fax: 081-568-6354 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.cnic.navy.mil/Europe/index.htm You can choose to remain anonymous.

CNE-C6F/CNREURAFSWA HOTLINE

of vehicles with hybrid electric vehicles, recoding gas keys for E85 - an ethanol fuel blend of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline - and increasing aware-ness among government vehicle drivers.

"The biggest reduction in petroleum consumption will come from using E85 in flex fuel vehicles and taking underuti-lized vehicles off the road," said Lt. Cmdr. Grant Watanabe, facility support branch head for NIC. "For now, hybrids are too expensive and too few."

Watanabe explained that flex fuel vehicles are designed to run on more than one fuel, in this case, gasoline or an ethanol blend. In addition to flex fuel vehicles, other alternate fuel vehicles have been designed to operate on elec-tricity and hydrogen. He also added that ethanol is less efficient and can be more expensive than gasoline on an energy-equivalent basis.

"As ethanol continues to attract atten-tion, and become more widely available," Watanabe said, "E85 has become a more viable option as an alternate fuel."

With multiple stations serving E85, Watanabe is optimistic about the future

of this biofuel. "Almost every U.S. Marine Corps base

has an E85 station. The Navy has a few in fleet concentration areas, such as Norfolk and Naval Base Kitsap, with additional ones under construction. With plans to build even more, the Navy can achieve similar reductions," Watanabe added.

Navy drivers are required to use al-ternative fuel in alternative fuel vehicles when available within a 15-minute or 5-mile radius. Drivers can use a handy reference provided by the Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) alternative fueling sta-tion locator website to find nearby stations anywhere in the United States.

In addition, NREL maintains a fleet sustainability dashboard (FleetDASH) website which tracks all fuel transactions. It also identifies missed opportunities to use alternative fuel, which unit command-ers may use to hold drivers accountable. Visit the FleetDASH website at https://federalfleets.energy.gov/FleetDASH/us-ers/sign_inwhich.

Navy Installations Command is com-prised of 70 installations under 11 regions with more than 52,000 military and civil-ian personnel to sustain the fleet, enable the fighter, and support Navy families worldwide.

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You may have heard the rumblings of a young ensemble of burgeoning violinists known as the “Treble Makers,” or heard about an exuber-ant lady w h o

walks around with a violin. This mysterious figure is Laura Stetler, who is a contracted teacher for Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Rota’s violin program.

Stetler, a military spouse, moved here last August and wanted to find a way to integrate herself into the community and

get music out there. This wish came true when Stetler came into contact with Heather Wood, who had run the violin program for the last two years, but was moving into a different position at MWR. The violinists shared cof-fee and the metaphorical baton

was handed off to Stetler. “I was sort of nervous at first

so I had to think things through, but eventually I thought it would be a good place to dive into the community,” said Stetler.

The program falls under MWR’s community classes and it’s comprised of private les-sons and an ensemble of young violinists fairly new to the base. They’re called the “Treble Mak-ers.” For the last two years, nearly 50 students have gone through the program but Stetler is actively teaching 25 students.

In early June, Stetler was able to get a rental program approved through MWR where students can rent violins rather than buy their own.

“Some students want to start but they don’t have an instru-ment and that’s sort of a barrier to participating because they’re not sure if they want to buy one,” said Stetler. “That can be a hurdle to people so I wrote a pro-posal [to MWR] and MWR very kindly bought violins to start the program. I have some of them rented out and I expect the rest

of them to get rented out in the next month or so.”

In addition to running the violin program, she’s knee-deep in a variety of projects, including starting a new company that showcases live music perfor-mances.

“It’s an elegant juggling act,” said Stetler. “Anyone who’s in service knows in between your main job, collateral duties, fit-ness, all this stuff, you become a master juggler.”

In the past, she has juggled work as an arts administrator, educator, and scholar. Also, she’s been an active performer for the nearly three decades.

“It’s time management and making sure you’re intention-al about your priorities,” said Stetler. “There are the non-ne-gotiables I have to have in my life in order to stay healthy and then I fit everything else in as best as I can. Music is such as a great thing and it can be so rewarding that sometimes it helps me as an activity. I’m giving, but I’m also getting to receive.”

She first learned the impor-

tance of time management at the New England Conserva-tory (NEC) in Boston where she earned a Bachelor’s of Music in Classical Violin Performance and a Music-in-Education con-centration.

Stetler has been playing the violin for nearly 30 years, but her love for the instrument was planted when she was 4 when her parents had enrolled her in the Suzuki Institute to keep her busy.

“I still remember things from that institute. I believe, honestly, it was a wonderful accident,” said Stetler. “I don’t think my parents realized that would be the seed … it wasn’t always clear. I had that experience and then they encouraged me along. Going to concerts, getting to see perform-ers and hear live music is really what hooked me. I want that feel-ing. My parents were patient and encouraged me. They supported the interest and I didn’t quit.”

Stetler isn’t sure why she was guided to the violin early-on, but

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Laura Stetler

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the physicality of the instrument still remains appealing to this day.

“Violin is such a physical activity. Your hands are doing completely separate things. There was always a chal-lenge with violin,” said Stetler. “Every instrument has its own challenges, but with the violin what everyone dreads is that awful squeaky sound because you’re producing it. It’s all physics. With the piano when you hit the key for the first time it’s a pretty decent sound because it’s a hammer. Where with the violin, your fingers are the hammers, your bow is pulling the sound and you have everything else on top of it you’re trying to coordinate. I think that’s where the chronic project phenomenon comes into play. There’s always something to be working on. You can’t get bored with it.”

Stetler grew up listening to a lot of classical, bluegrass, and Celtic music. Later, she got into jazz and pop. Other influences include her music teachers, fellow musicians, and violinists such as Christian Tetzlaff, Gil Shaham, and Anne-Sophie Mutter. However, one influence that made her really fall in love with the instrument was seeing live music performances.

“There’s such a beauty in live performance even if it isn’t perfect,” said Stetler. “To just get up there and do it. The whole idea of live performance is it’s alive. Music in a live setting is a living, breathing thing. You can be learning the piece the moment you get on stage.”

Stetler has played in front of both large and small crowds, but she still gets butterflies and feels nervous about performance beforehand. Surprisingly, she com-bats nerves the same way an athlete does.

“You’re seasoned and you have a better sense of what your nerves look like. So I know I need to eat a banana an hour ahead; I know I’m not going to have a big lunch or a bunch of caffeine,” said Stetler. “It’s like athletes … after

many years you learn your tendencies. We’re actually small muscle athletes. That’s also a thing about our trade that doesn’t seem as obvious. We’re basically training all these guys (gestures to arm muscles) to deliver.”

Stetler is big on helping the community and believes there are a number of benefits to those who learn how to play an instrument.

“There’s a whole host of benefits to the individual in terms of neurology and health and critical thinking skills, hand-eye coordination skills, and it’s fun so there’s that individual piece,” said Stetler. “As the community part, in my experience community really responds to music. I

feel like they gather and everyone has a different relation-ship with it. Everybody that I’ve come into contact with here engages with music as a recreational activity on some level. So I feel like any way I can be building that, contributing to that, or encouraging that is a good thing.”

Stetler will be here for at least another two years and plans to grow and expand the music presence on base.

“I want to keep growing things,” said Stetler. “To get more performances and collaborations going on with other musicians on base. Continuing to work on … proj-ects that will be coming out ... just get as many people enjoying music as possible.”

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Laura Stetler, left, and her students from the 'Treble Makers' perform during their Spring Recital at the chapel, May 19.

Photo courtesy of Laura Stetler


Recreation childcare services at the Child Development Center (CDC) hourly care during the ICR class, plus an additional 30 minutes (15 minutes before and 15 minutes after class) driving time each day of the course. Space reservation at the hourly care should be made one week in advance by contacting the CDC at 727-1100.

All personnel attending ICR must sign up the week prior to ICR to reserve a seat. Failure to sign up could result in being delayed attending ICR. Sign up is required by the individuals attending, not the sponsor. Call 727-3232 or stop by FFSC to secure your spot today.

C o M M u N i C a t i o N s k i l l s woRkshoPTuesday, 9 to 11 a.m.

Communication is powerful and directly affects our quality of life and relationships. Our ability to express what we think and feel without clouding our ability to listen and respect how others think and feel is the greatest factor of success in our work and home life.

Yet, communication is an everyday activity that is easily taken for granted.

This workshop helps people use the power of communication to strengthen relationships at work and at home by practicing skills that build effective two-way communication. Free CDC childcare vouchers are available for this workshop;

advanced reservations are required. Contact the CDC at 727-1100. For more information or to register for our workshop, please call 727-3232 or email [email protected].

CaPstoNe eVeNt tRaNsitioN (gPs) Tuesday, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Final mandatory brief after completing T-GPS, must be scheduled via command career counselor (CCC). Call 727-3232 or CCC for more details.

Ombudsman Assembly MeetingTuesday, 6 to 8 p.m.

An Ombudsman Assembly is a monthly meeting for all command ombudsmen. The meeting is an excellent forum for sharing and exchanging information, resources and best practices. Command points of contact are also encouraged to attend. For more information, please call 727-3232 or email [email protected].

sPoNsoR tRaiNiNgJuly 9, 9 to 11 a.m.

Have you been assigned as a sponsor? If so, take a couple hours out of your work day to receive the latest information to pass on to your sponsoree. The subject matter experts from housing, personnel support detachment, personal property, WIC, and the school liaison officer will tell you everything you need to know to ensure incoming personnel have a smooth and hassle free transfer. Spouses are also encouraged to attend. Pre-

registration is required. Call 727-3232 for more information or to sign up.

PaReNtiNg suMMeR ideasJuly 10, Noon to 2 p.m.

The summer brings with it warmer temperatures and of course, summer break. During the workshop we will discuss ideas on how to make the most of your child's summer break, all while having fun, and maybe even learning a thing or two. Free CDC childcare vouchers are available for this workshop; advanced reservations are required.

Contact the CDC at 727-1100. For more information or to register for our workshop, please call 727-3232 or email [email protected].

tRaNsitioN gPsJuly 13 to 17, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Explore information about your transition from the military, the job search process, your benefits, and your responsibilities. The Transition Assistance Program is here to assist you. Please contact your command career counselor at 727-1535 to sign up.

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from a networking social media site asking you to provide a recommendation or endorse skills for a friend. Your own personal page on that site includes your official title and position as part of your biographical information, so if you provide the recommendation, your official title and position will be part of it. Since you are current on your ethics training, you immediately think about the prohibi-tion against using public office for private gain. You would like to be able to help your friend who is actively seeking employment, but there is no way to disassociate your name from your title on the networking social media site. Can you provide the recommendation or endorsement?

Yes, you can. The Standards of Conduct permit fed-eral employees to use social media to make these types of recommendations or endorsements in their personal capacities and it is not considered a misuse of position simply because their official title and position are part of the biographical information on the site. The Office of Government Ethics is aware of at least one social media site that automatically adds the user’s name, title, and employer to any recommendation. This is not considered a misuse of position because the recommendation is readily understood to be personal, rather than official, in nature.

Make the recommendation, but do not include a refer-ence to your title, position, or employer in the body of your recommendation, except in limited circumstances.

Seeking Employment Through Social Media Sure, you love your job for Uncle Sam, whether in uniform or business attire, but maybe it’s time to explore life some-where over the rainbow. Besides, with these social media networking sites, it is easy to look around at what’s outside the base gates without violating any of the ethics rules, right? It’s not as if you are actually holding employment negotiations, otherwise known as “seeking employment,” with a prospective employer that would violate that criminal

statute you remember from ethics training (that would be 18 U.S. Code section 208, if you’re curious).

Not so fast. While simply posting a résumé or a sum-mary of professional experience to an employee’s personal social media account, where it is viewed by prospec-tive employers, is acceptable, it does become “seeking employment” if the employee responds to a message from the employer with anything that isn’t a rejection. An employee will also be “seeking employment” if he or she contacts the prospective employer. There are myriad types of communication that would be considered con-tact, thereby triggering the “seeking employment” rules; such as, sending a message directly to someone in the organization, uploading a résumé or application to the prospective employer’s social media account for recruiting employees, or otherwise targeting the employer through social media communication.

Don’t forget, if you are seeking employment or nego-tiating for employment, whether through social media or in person, you must comply with disqualification require-ments that might apply because of the nature of your government job.

Personal FundraisingYou can’t wait to pour that bucket of ice water over your

head and post it on your social media page so you can be a part of the latest fundraising efforts for a worthwhile cause. Go ahead and jump right into that ice bucket with both feet because you may use your personal social media account to fundraise for nonprofit charitable organizations in a personal capacity. Brrrrrr! There, you’ve done it; now all that’s left is to tag people you know to contribute to the cause.

Stop right there and pour that ice bucket over your head again – this time to cool your jets because you should know a few rules before you start naming your team-mates at work or that contractor you’ve been speaking with for years.

As a general rule, fundraising over social media is permissible so long as the employee does not “personally

solicit” funds from a subordinate or a known prohibited source. Just post-ing or publishing a general fundrais-ing request over social media does not mean an em-ployee has “per-sonally solicited” from a subordinate or known prohib-ited source simply because they are connected on social media, even if the subordinate or prohibited source views, comments on, or responds to the post. However, an employee may not respond to those inquires in reference to the fundraising request nor may the employee specifically reference, link to, or otherwise target a subordinate or prohibited source. In other words, no tagging allowed.

It also goes without saying (but what kind of attorney would I be if I didn’t say it) that you may not use your of-ficial title, position, or authority associated with your posi-tion to further fundraising efforts, either on social media or in person.

And That’s Not AllOther topics covered in the April 9, 2015, OGE legal

opinion included the use of government time and property in accessing social media sites (just remember the phrase “use official time in an honest effort to perform official du-ties”), disclosing non-public information (in a word, don’t), and official social media accounts (put simply, official ac-counts are for official purposes). If you have questions on any of these topics, don’t hesitate to contact one of your local friendly neighborhood ethics attorneys. They are standing by for your call.

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To place a classified ad submit information in 25 words or less by the Sunday prior to desired publication date. Classifieds will run for one edition only. Free ads are available to TEI cardholders for non-commercial goods. Email submissions to [email protected]. Non-TEI cardholders and/or ads of a commercial nature (pets for sale, real estate, for-profit business) require payment and must be submitted to Cristina Pamplona at [email protected] or fax to 956-54-2997.

el mercado marble in living room and kitchen, 2 minutes from the beach and next to the pine forest, €950/mo. (community fees included). Call 651-83-8588 or email [email protected].

J E R E ZSPACIOUS APARTMENT IN JEREZ FOR RENT: 5 bdrm., 4 bath, apartment in Jerez, Avda. Álvaro Domecq, doorman s e r v i c e s , € 9 0 0 / m o n t h . Co n t a c t m a r i a h i g u e r o t o c o n @ g m a i l . c o m .

R O T A APARTMENT FOR RENT IN ROTA: 2 bdrm., 1 bath eficiency apartment. All new on a quiet street near base and beach. Fully furnished, possibility of garage. 1,000€/mo. Call 639-856-136.

HOUSE FOR RENT: Avenida Jose Maria Ruiz Mateos, 25, listed and information in housing, €1,260 (negotiable), 4 bdrm., 2 bath., kitchen, lvg. rm. hobby rm. TV rm., library, air conditioning and heating, parking possibility, front and back courtyards, dog park, and wide roof terrace. Call 670-69-9487.

NEW DUPLEX IN ROTA: 3 bdrm., 2 bath, kitchen and laundry rm., lvg./dng. rm., garage, storage rm., central heating, A/C and fireplace, large terrace with views to the pool and rooftop terrace, €1,150/mo. Call Ana at 647-91-2971.

PRETTY TOWNHOUSE IN NEW AREA OF ROTA: Lots of light, 2 bdrm. (one large), private parking, big basement, 80 m2 terrace with lots of sun and okay for barbecue. Located 2 minutes from The Steakhouse. Call 629-73-7038.

M I S C E L L A N E O U SSEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Responsible Spanish lady with experience working o n b a s e w i l l b a b y s i t we e ke n d s, weekdays, anytime, also available for cleaning; owns car. Call 632-52-4 3 8 1 o r W h a t a p p ? 6 6 6 8 8 1 1 5 7 .

BICOCAS HOME CARE SERVICES: Looking for domestic HELP? Yes we can help you!! Would you like to employ a part time nanny, cook, cleaner, seamstress, babysitter or housekeeper in general? We will also help you with all the required documents. Ask for Manuela 672-45-5175 / [email protected].

PERSONAL TRAINER: Experienced personal trainer can help you reach your goals. Contact Carlos at 664-57-9018 or [email protected].

CAR DETAILING: Hand washing and detai l ing of any vehic le. P lease

car, ITV good, Euro. spec., all revisions done, in excellent shape, €4,400, 653-78-0296.

2002 AUTOMATIC FORD FOCUS: 1.6 gasoline, in excellent mechanical shape, inside very clean, 99K miles, ITV good, European spec., €3,490, 653-78-0296.

2001 AUTOMATIC BMW 530M: Mint, beautiful car, €4,950, 126K miles, ITV good, European spec., 653-78-0296.

2000 CITROEN XSARA: In excellent mechanical shape as per independent adjusters, body good, interior good, 1 4 9 K m i l e s , € 1 , 7 9 0 , I T V g o o d , E u r o p e a n s p e c . , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

2000 CITROEN XSARA HDi: Diesel, 121K miles, just passed ITV, timing belt just changed, owned by brother o f a g o o d m e c h a n i c , i n p e r f e c t shape, red, €2,490, 653-78-0296.

RENAULT SCENIC: Manual, diesel, 99K miles, good car, ITV all set, €1,890, call 653-78-0296.

F O R S A L EFREE KIT TENS: Kittens f ree to a good home, 1 1/2-month old kittens (Apri l 1). Call Lydia 659-91-4125.

R E N T A L SPROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Cleaning and maintenance, key handling, access to U.K. rental bookings. Call Ray at 653-78-0296.

C H I P I O N AHOUSE: 200 m2 house in 1,200 m2 plot for long-term rent by owner, 3 bdrm., 3 bath, in Camino de la Reyerta (5 min. to Chipiona and Sanlúcar), sheltered parking space, automatic gate, roof terrace with sea views, dog house, large garden, mosquito nets, ceiling fans, detached summer house with own kitchen, terrace, bar, bathroom, and barbecue area. 250 meters to the beach, 20 min. to base; listed in housing. Pictures on http://www.sweethomespain.es, ref. nº70037. English fluently spoken. Price €1,800 negotiable; direct from owner. Please call 667-58-6839 or email [email protected] for more details and viewings. Available now.

E L P U E R T O HOUSE FOR RENT IN PUERTO: Calle Currican, 6, 4 bdrm., 2 bath “adosado” in quiet neighborhood; living/dng. rm w/ chimney and built-in bookshelves. Ample pantry in kitchen; breakfast nook w/skylight; large storeroom; deck off upstairs rear BDRM; balcony off upstairs front BDRM. A/C Heat. Front porch and yard w/orange tree; on and off street parking; 6 miles to USN HQ; 10 min. walk to beach. Listed with housing, or

call Tomas Santana at 649-43-9254.

A P A R T M E N T R I G H T O N T H E FUENTEBRAVIA BEACH WITH AMAZING VIEWS: 2 bdrm., 1 bath. lvg./dng. area and kitchen, A/C, heat, and solar panel system for hot water, furnished or unfurnished. Asking €1,100 (includes community fees). Listed in housing. Contact Coco at 699-79-4899 or Brigitte 956-85-1396.

CHALET IN EL CARMEN: 300 m2 built, 2 floors, 600 m2 lot, 5 very ample bdrms., dressing rooms, 4 full bath, large living room, game room, laundry room, large kitchen, enclosed fireplace w/vents, central heat and A/C, ground level parking with automatic gate. A-1153. Price: €2,100/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

CHALET IN EL AGUILA: 250 m2 built, 2,000 m2 lot, 4 ample bedrooms, 3 ½ bath, enclosed fireplace w/vents, ample kitchen with office, central heat and air, pool, well, enclosed 2 car garage. A-1349. Price: €2,800/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

ATTACHED HOUSE IN EL AGUILA: 200 m2 built, 2 very ample bedrooms plus 1 bedroom in the half basement, 3 bath, living room, separate dinning room, kitchen with office, large half basement, covered porch, yard, central heat and air, ground level parking. A-1381. Price: €1,500/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

HOUSE FOR RENT IN PUERTO BEHIND BAILEY'S: 4 bdrm., 2 bath, "adosado" in quiet neighborhood, lvg./dng. rm. w/chimney, ample pantry in kitchen, breakfast nook w/skylight, large storeroom, deck off upstairs rear bedroom, balcony off upstairs front bedroom, A/C and heat, covered front porch and yard w/orange tree, off-street parking, 6 miles to USN HQ bldg, 10 min walk to beach. Tel: 649-43-9254.

TOWNHOUSE IN FUENTEBRAVIA: 3 minutes from the beach, ocean view from master bedroom. Kitchen, bathroom, living room with A/C and fireplace on main floor, 3 bdrm., and bathroom upstairs, small yard in front and back with driveway for car. Could be furnished if so desired. Listed in housing, €1,104/mo., negotiable. Call 637-07-0876.

B E A C H F R O N T P E N T H O U S E I N FUENTEBRAVIA: 3 bdrm., 2 bath with awesome views, furnished kitchen, nice spacious lvg./dng. area, A/C and heat, solar panel hot water, 2 beachfront terraces, underground parking for cars, asking €2K (includes community fees ). Sorry, no pets and no smoking on premises. Contact Coco at 699-79-4899 (English spoken).

TOWNHOUSE IN EL MANANTIAL: 135 m2, 3 floors, 4 bdrm., 2.5 bath, ample lvg./dng. room with fireplace, kitchen, terrace and patio, A/C in lvg. rm. and master bdrm., wood floors in bedrooms,

2011 BMW 135i: 57,580 miles, 6-speed standard transmission, like new condition, 2 doors, electric sun roof, doors, windows, mirrors, multifunction steering wheel, radio with GPS navigation/DVD/CD, back up sensors, USB adapter, run flat tires, $23K. Contact Derrick at 647-59-2896.

1999 HYUNDAI SONATA 2.0I GLS: 16V 136PS (horsepower), manual, in excellent mechanical shape, 143K miles, ITV good, European spec., €2,400; 653-78-0296.

2004 PEUGEOT 206: 1.6 quicksilver 110PS (horsepower), manual, in excellent mechanical shape, 124K miles, ITV good, European spec., €2,950; 653-78-0296.

2002 MAZDA TRIBUTE: Small SUV, perfect for families needing extra space, Euro spec., 5-speed, 109K miles, AWD, ITV until October, $2,500. Whatsapp 629-69-4941.

2004 AUTOMATIC HONDA CRV: Gasoline, Euro spec., great car, must see! $7,500, perfect family car. wCall 626-23-5593.

1999 MERCEDES BENZ SLK 200: Red hard top convertible, excellent condition, €5,000. Contact Larry Smith at 699-45-2473.

1990 AUDI 90: 4-door manual, good condition, Euro spec., ITV until October 2015, €1,500. Cal l 651-34-3017.

1 9 7 0 S E AT : 1 4 3 0 s e d a n , f u l l y r e f u r b i s h e d , 3 7 K k i l o m e t e r s , asking €3,000. Call 680-83-4677.

2004 AUTOMATIC TOYOTA YARIS: Impeccable shape, 79K miles, coupe, ITV good, European spec., call 653-78-0296.

2 0 0 1 AU TO M AT I C V O L K S WAG E N GOLF: 82K miles, impeccable, new Michelin sports tires, €4,400, ITV good, European spec., call 653-78-0296.

2007 PEUGEOT 307 STATION WAGON: 7-seater, great family car in perfect shape, ITV good, diesel, €4,950, call 653-78-0296.

2008 NISSAN MICRA: 4-door automatic, very low mileage, 4 brand new tires, IT V Februar y 2016, asking $5,800 OBO. Call 727-2724 or 671-10-0215.

2005 NISSAN MICRA SPORT: 5-speed manual transmission, nice tires and rims, ITV February 2016, asking $4,800 OBO. Call 727-2724 or 671-10-0215..

2003 AUTOMATIC FORD FUSION: 25K miles, like new, silver, €3,990, call 653-78-0296.

AUTOMATIC VOLKSWAGEN BORA: In great shape, 66K miles, €3,950, call 653-78-0296.

2002 AUTOMATIC OPEL VECTRA: 49,500 miles, in excellent mechanical, body and interior shape, timing belt, water pump just changed, up to date on maintenance, new disk pads and tires, €3,850, 653-78-0296.

2004 OPEL CORSA AUTOMATIC: Diesel, nice

A U T O S2 0 0 3 A U T O M A T I C R E N A U L T C L I O : S u p e r b s h a p e , 6 2 K m i l e s , new timing belt, €3,950, ITV good, European spec., cal l 653-78-0296.

2000 MERCEDES 230E: Impeccable shape, IT V good, European spec. , 9 9 K m i l e s , c a l l 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

AUTOMATIC OPEL SAFIRA: 7-seater reducible to 5, smaller than other 7-seaters, more fuel efficient, easier to park, manual, excellent shape, new clutch and maintenance up to date 99K miles, €3,990, European spec., ITV good, call 653-78-0296.

2001 NISSAN ALMERA: 1.5l gasoline, 66K miles, €1,790, call 653-78-0296, newly painted ITV good, European spec.

MERCEDES 230E: Manual, per fect shape rarely found in this condition, owner died and son is selling, this is a reliable car, 99K miles, €3,400, ITV good, European specs, call 653-78-0296.

2002 AUDI A4: Good looking car, ITV good, European spec., manual, 66K miles, €3,790, call 653-78-0296.

2011 BMW 135i: 57,580 miles, 6-speed standard transmission, like new condition, 2 doors, electric sun roof, doors, windows, mirrors, multifunction steering wheel, radio with GPS navigation/DVD/CD, back-up sensors, USB adapter, run flat tires, $23K. Contact Derrick at 647-59-2896.

2009 JEEP WRANGLER: 71,831 miles, 6 speed manual transmission, 3 inch lift, very good condition, 2 doors, soft top, radio with GPS navigation/DVD/CD/Bluetooth back-up camera. TEI card holders only. $ 17,450.00 (KBB) Contact Derrick at 647-592-896.

2 0 0 7 O P E L A S T R A C A B R I O : Excellent condition, insurance for one year, ITV until 2017. Price €7,500. Contact [email protected].

2002 TOYOTA SILVER RAV 4, AUTOMATIC, 90K kilometers, ITV good, A/C, radio, $4,000, [email protected], 956-92-1339.

2 0 0 2 B M W 3 2 0 D E 4 6 1 3 6 c v 131,000kms 4-door, xenon headlights, sunroof, leather interior, ABS, 1-year guarantee. 3,600€. IT V good unti l November 201. Cal l 656-92-7340.

2 0 1 1 S KO DA O C TAV I A : 1 . 6 T D I , station wagon, European spec, manual 5-speed, excel lent condit ion, IT V April 2017, 119K kilometers, $8,000, available July 2015. Call 682-480-931.

2012 NISSAN FRONTIER PICKUP TRUCK: U.S. spec., black, extended cab, automatic, fully loaded, many accessories. U.S.-sponsored citizens, $16.3K (KBB value), call 608-79-8514.

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SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Dog sitting, lots of experience who loves animals. Home care provider lots of experience. Worked in the States for 7 years. First aid, CPR and courses in child abuse detection, safety, learning environment and health, exc. references with lots of children and elderly experience, has transportation, excellent spoken English. Call Inma at 617-18-3881.

L O S T A N D F O U N DDo you think you lost or misplaced something? NAVSTA Rota Lost and Found may have it! We currently have lost property in our inventory. If you have lost or misplaced personal items please contact 727-LAWS (5297) and ask for a Lost and Found Custodian to identify/claim your item. We will try to contact owners of lost items if there are personal identifiers available. All items will be disposed of after 90 days.

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HRO: Medical instrument technician (diagnostic ultrasound), GS-0649-08, closes Thursday; Writer/Editor, GS-1082-07 target GS-1082-09, first cutoff, Monday, closes July 13. SPANISH POSITIONS: Supervisory transportation and customs specialist, EA-7, closes Monday; Teller, EA-6, closes Monday. Customer service hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Walk-in hours are 9 a.m. to noon. Appointments can be made from noon to 4 p.m. Call 727-1643 for more info

MWR: CYP assistant, CY-I/II (flex); CYP assistant target level, CY-II (full time); CYP assistant CDC, CY-I/II (full time); CYP assistant SAC, CY-I/II (full time); CDC education technician (leader), GY-11 (full time); SAC education technician (leader), CY-II (full time); Cashier, NF-01 (flex); Club operations assistant, NF-02 (flex); Food service worker, NA-01 (flex); Bartender, NA-03 (flex); Recreation aide, NF-01 (flex); Lifeguard, NF-01 (flex); Lifeguard, NF-01 (flex, NTE 6 months); Recreation assistant, NF-02 (flex - USNSE Madrid); Purchasing agent, NF-03 (flex, NTE 36 months); and, Teen Summer Hire Program (NTE 25 hours per week). Applications and forms can be downloaded and submitted through Rota MWR’s website by visiting http://www.rotamwr.com. No need to come to the office, fill it out and submit it all from your home.


DGF ElementaryLast Day of School

DGF Elementary School teachers, administrators, and faculty wave their traditional goodbye to students with tissues and handkerchiefs as the first bus departs DGF Elementary on the last day of school, June 11.

Photo by Patti Rzeznik

Photo by Russell Sparks

Fifth grade students receive their honor roll certificates at the DGF Elementary Awards ceremony, June 11.

Retiring teachers Stephen Payne, right, Margaret Wade, center, and Peggy Bangham run down the bus lane waving goodbye to the David Glasgow Farragut (DGF) Elementary School faculty and the school while the faculty waved goodbye to them for the last time, June 11.

Photo by Russell Sparks

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