The following streets will be

closed for Independence Day:

Date: Saturday, 30 June 2012

3rd Avenue between Bowman & Range Road (noon to 9 p.m.)

3rd Avenue between Range Road & Macarthur Drive (6 to 10 p.m.)

Intersection of 3rd Avenue & Range Road (noon to 9 p.m.)

Road Closures

High school parking lot, adjacent to the football field (5 a.m.)

Safe area in front of Bldg. 1050

Public Health Command-Pacific parking lot

Normal traffic flow will resume at 10 p.m.

For more information:

263-4333/ 046-407-4333

Road Closures

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 21 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55

Tortilla Chicken Soup / Clam Chowder

Beef Fajitas / Chicken Fajitas

Baked Chicken / Tacos

Spanish Rice / Parsley Buttered Potatoes

Seasoned Mixed Vegetables / Mexican Corn

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 21 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55

Tortilla Chicken Soup / Clam Chowder

Savory Baked Chicken

Veal Paprika

Mashed Potatoes / Noodles Jefferson

Seasoned Cauliflower / Seasoned Mixed Oriental

Camp Zama Dining FacilityMay 22 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55

Minestrone Soup / Cream Broccoli Soup

Baked Lasagna / Spinach Lasagna

Spaghetti Carbonara / Chicken Cacciatore

Italian Roasted Potatoes / Steamed Rice

Seasoned Mixed California / Peas & Onions

Toasted Garlic Bread

Arnn Elementary Writers’ Showcase

All students will have their various writing samples on display at the Arnn Elementary

Writers’ Showcase.

Date: May 24, 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Location: Arnn Information Center (Library)

The 237th United States Army Birthday Ball

“America’s Army: the strength of the Nation”

Date: June 9, 5 p.m. to midnight

Location: Camp Zama Community Club

For More Information Contact:

263-4759/ 046-407-4759

shawn.jenkins1@us.army.mil

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are now held

at Camp Zama

Dates: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday

Time: 7 to 8 p.m.

Place: Bldg. 533, 2nd Floor

For more information:

090-1771-4271

Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED

Camp Zama

Thursday, May 31, 2012

4:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Pre-Registration is required

www.RedCross.org

For more information:

046-407-3166 / 263-3166

Summer Safety Day and Health Fair

All community personnel and their family members

are welcome to attend to promote safety and health

awareness during the upcoming summer season.

Date: May 24, 1 to 3 p.m.

Location: Yano Fitness Center, Bldg 205

For more information:

DSN: 263-3627 or 263-4372 / 046-407-3627 or 4372

Transition Services Center

Are you currently separating or retiring from the Army and looking to get a Federal job?

The Camp Zama Transition Services Center will be having a workshop on how to apply for Federal jobs.

Date: Wednesday, June 13Location: Bldg. 102, Room M109

Time: 9 to 11:30 a.m.

To register or for any questions, contact: 263-3940/046-407-3940

Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon

Date: Wednesday, May 23

Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Place: Camp Zama Community Club

Reservation is required to attend

Please call Army Community Service:

263-4357/046-407-4357

New Operation Hours

Housing Management Division has new operation hours effective May 3 as follows:

Office closure every Thursday morning from

8 a.m. to noon for training time.

For more information:

263-3441/046-407-3441

Fishing at Yokohama North Dock

The Garrison Commander has approved fishing at Yokohama North Dock starting on May 4, for all SOFA-status members and MLCs assigned to

U.S. Army Garrison Japan.

For more information:

263-3829/046-407-3829

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 22 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55

Minestrone Soup / Cream Broccoli Soup

Creole Chicken / Pork Chop Suey

Noodles with Olive Oil / Steamed Rice

Seasoned Spinach

Seasoned Carrots

Camp Zama Dining FacilityMay 23 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55

Chicken Gumbo Soup / Onion Soup

BBQ Chicken / Fried Chicken / Baked Chicken

BBQ Pork Spareribs / Southern Fried Catfish

Baked Macaroni and Cheese / Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Steamed Rice / Black Eyed Peas / Corn Muffin

Fried Okra / Okra and Tomato Gumbo / Southern Style Green

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 23 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55

Chicken Gumbo Soup / Onion Soup

Stuffed Pollock / Teriyaki Beef

Buttered Noodles / Steamed Rice

Seasoned Broccoli

Seasoned Squash

Camp Zama Dining FacilityMay 24 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55

Creamy Tomato Soup / Miso Soup

Beef Stew / Szechwan Chicken

Shrimp Stir Fry

Oven Roasted Potatoes / Steamed Rice

Seasoned Cauliflower

Seasoned Peas and Carrots

Camp Zama Dining FacilityMay 24 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55

Creamy Tomato Soup / Miso Soup

Creole pork Chops / Herbed Cornish Hens

Steamed Rice / Mashed Potatoes

Seasoned Green Beans

Stir Fried Cabbage

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 25 Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4.55

Egg Drop Soup / Cream of Potato Soup

Cantonese Spareribs / Baked Chicken

Lemon Baked Fish

Paprika Potatoes / Steamed Rice

Tempura Vegetables

Seasoned Italian Blend

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 25 Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. $4.55

Egg Drop Soup / Cream of Potato Soup

Breaded Pork (Katsu-don)

Beef and Broccoli

Steamed Rice / Mashed Potatoes

Seasoned Mixed Vegetables

Creamed Spinach

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 26 Brunch 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5.20

Omelet / Boiled Eggs / Pancakes / Biscuits / Hominy Grits Hashed Brown Potatoes / Creamed Beef / Bacon

Clam Chowder / Tomato Soup

Chicken Cordon Blue / Sukiyaki

Mashed Potatoes / Buttered Noodles / Steamed Rice

Seasoned Succotash / Seasoned Mixed Oriental

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 26 Supper 5 to 6 p.m. $6.40

Clam Chowder / Tomato Soup

Chicken Yakitori-don / Cajun Baked Fish

Steamed Rice / Lyonnaise Potatoes

Seasoned Corn / Seasoned Broccolli

Camp Zama Dining FacilityMay 27 Brunch 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5.20

Omelet / Boiled Eggs / French Toast / Biscuits/ Hominy Grits

Creamed Beef / Bacon / Hashed Brown Potatoes

Mexican Onion Corn Soup / New England Fish Chowder

Beef Bowl / Chinese 5 Spice Chicken

Steamed Rice / Buttered Noodles

Seasoned Carrots / Seasoned Squash

Camp Zama Dining Facility

May 27 Supper 5 to 6 p.m. $6.40

Mexican Onion Corn Soup / New England Fish Chowder

Veal Parmesan / Chicken Curry

Steamed Rice / Mashed Potatoes

Club Spinach

Seasoned Peas and Carrots

DBIDS Registration

People who are scheduled toregister for DBIDS between May 7 and 25 at

Sagamihara Housing Area, please go to Camp Zama pass office.

Community Mayors

Sagami Depot:

Mayor: Dan Hew

Vice Mayor: Frank Bordenave

Sagamihara:

Mayor: Tanesha M. J. Clark

Email them at communitymayors@yahoo.com

Community Mayors

Off-Post:

Mayor: Monica Battle

Vice Mayor: Sue Ellis

Camp Zama:Mayor: Darren Wade

Email them at communitymayors@yahoo.com

Community Mayors

Towers 1050:

Mayor: Casey Roberts

Vice Mayor: Mark Long

Towers 743:Mayor: Alton DanielsVice Mayor: Gerald Fredendall

Email them at communitymayors@yahoo.com

Community Mayors

communitymayors@yahoo.com

Questions or concerns about your community? E-mail us at:

Yard of the month

Judging takes place between May 21 and 25

for June winners

For more information, please contact

Housing Office:

263-5952/046-407-5952

Nominate a Yard of the Month by email:

communitymayors@yahoo.com

Zama Sportsmen’s Skeet Range

Come and sharpen your shooting ability

at Camp Zama’s Sportsmen’s Club skeet range.

The range is open for you every Sunday

from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information:

080-3203-4036

Zama American High School Information

Trojan Field at Zama American High School

will be closed for field maintenance.

Date: May 21 through June 21

For more information:

263-4042/ 046-407-4042

Sergeant Audie Murphy ClubDo you have what it takes to lead from the front?

Requirements:

Corporal to Sergeant first class

in a Leadership Position.

Current Army Physical Fitness Test

(recommend 250 or above).

Sergeant Audie Murphy Club

Requirements:

Meet the Army Height and Weight standards.

Current Weapon Qualification (6 months).

Recommendation from your Direct Leadership..

Sergeant Audie Murphy Club

For more information

263-5673/046-407-5673

263-5003/046-407-5003

Lean Six Sigma (LSS)

Scarce funding and the reality of shrinking budgets has become a fact of life for USAG-J. The application of LSS will enable us to find the most efficient ways to perform our current processes. It’s basically a tool kit

that enables an organization to streamline business practices to make them more efficient and effective.

Lean Six Sigma (LSS)

We need your assistance in helping the Garrison identify and eliminate wasteful practices to become a

more efficient and effective Garrison.

If you have some ideas for improvements

in your area, or for more information, please contact 263-5178/ 046-407-5178

Advance Fee Increase

The CITIBANK ATM/CASH advance fee will increase

from 2% to 2.2%. This change is effective on

the following dates for the service indicated.

U.S. Air Force effective on April 22, 2012,

Department of Defense agencies effective on April 23, 2012,

U.S. Navy and Marine corps effective on May 6, 2012,

U.S. Army effective on May 11, 2012.

TSA Pre-Check

On March 20, 2012 TSA is expanding its Pre-Check program to service members flying out of DCA

(Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport),

which means members with active CACs will receive expedited security screening.

UA Pet Safe Program (Civilians Only)

United Airlines has changed its flat rate for pets checked as baggage. The new policy requires

these pets to travel as cargo. This change could mean paying up to $4,000. AD military was granted

an exception through May 31, 2012

For more information:

263-7180/046-407-7180

Household Good Shipments Made Easy

You can schedule a household goods pick up from the privacy of your living room.

Visit www.move.mil to gain access to the Defense Personal Property System (DPS) or

contact the Area Transportation Office, Personal Property Section at 263-3709/046-407-3709

for more information.

Household Goods PCS TIPS

• Receive PCS orders• Estimate your weight• Plan pickup dates with flexibility• Schedule pickups early

• Change dates as a last resort• Dispose of unnecessary items• Know your shipping entitlements

Camp Zama Tax Center

Service Dates: Jan 25 – June 15

Office Hours: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Including Training Holidays & Sergeant’s Time Training

For more information: 263-4698/ 046-407-4698

Postal Service Information

The U.S. Postal Service will increasepostal rates by 2.1% for most of theirmail services starting January, 2012.

For more information: 263-5101/046-407-5101

Road Closure

A portion of 1st Avenue near the Camp Zama gas station will be closed for the below date:

March 2012 to October 2013

This will require drivers wanting to go north or south past this portion of the road to take a detour. A number of detour signs

will be in place at different locations to properly direct drivers.

For more information: 263-4907/046-407-4640

Army Civilian Record Brief

The CRB is a one-page report of your critical human resources data. It contains information

retrieved from the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System, which is the authoritative source of HR data for DoD civilian employees, and from other

sources you may update yourself via online

self-service applications.

Army Civilian Record Brief To learn more about the Civilian Record Brief,

please check out the IMCOM YouTube Videos at:

http://46q.us/crb

Veterans Benefits

Separating or retiring within

the next 12-24 months?

Veterans Benefits

Don’t miss out on the benefits you’re entitled to!

The Department of Veterans Affairs Overseas Military Services Coordinator visits Camp Zama monthly to provide veteran benefits information to active duty/retired soldiers and their family

members as well as other veterans and surviving spouses.

Veterans Benefits

The VA Representative provides a detailed briefing on benefits and is also available for

individual appointments.

For an appointment or

further information, please contact the Transition Services Center at 263-5076/3513/3940

TRICARE Update

1. MetLife - New TRICARE Dental Program carrier

Effective May 1, MetLife will begin providing dental coverage to more than 2 million family

members of uniformed service active duty personnel, members of the Selected Reserve and Individual Ready Reserve, their eligible

family members, and survivors.

TRICARE Update

2. MetLife Electronic Funds Transfer Notice to Beneficiaries.

TRICARE Dental Program enrollments will be automatically transferred when MetLife takes

over the TDP contract in May 2012.

EFTs previously used for monthly payments won't automatically transfer.

.

TRICARE Update

Around March 21, TRICARE Dental Program

enrollees will receive a letter from MetLife explaining this, along with

instructions on how to transfer their EFT and credit card for direct payments.

TRICARE Update

TDP enrollees can contact the following MetLife after March 21 at:

1-855-MET-TDP1 (1-855-638-8371) (CONUS)

1-855-MET-TDP2 (1-855-683-8372) (OCONUS)

USA MEDDAC-Japan

Hours of OperationHours of Operation7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.(except Thursday and weekends)(except Thursday and weekends)

1 to 4:30 p.m. (Thursday)1 to 4:30 p.m. (Thursday)

In accordance with USARJ Cir 600-3 2.c.(3) the clinic is In accordance with USARJ Cir 600-3 2.c.(3) the clinic is closed on USARJ training holidays. closed on USARJ training holidays.

USA MEDDAC-JapanOur nurse consult telephone line remainsOur nurse consult telephone line remains

available at all times at:available at all times at:263-4127/046-407-4127263-4127/046-407-4127

If anyone has a medical emergency on Camp Zama,If anyone has a medical emergency on Camp Zama,please call 911/ 046-407-2911 please call 911/ 046-407-2911

USA MEDDAC-JapanFor an emergency off of Camp Zama,

please call 119 and say "Kyukyu" to initiate medical emergency services.

To book an appointment, visit www.tricareonline.com anytime, or call 263-4175/ 046-407-4175

during duty hours.

Are You Ready to Quit Tobacco?

We are here to help!

Call 263-2004/5050 or 046-407-2004/5050to make an appointment.

Sponsored by: Community Health Promotion Council, (CHPC), MEDDAC-J

What is Defense Biometric identification System?

DBIDS is a DoD-owned and operated system

developed by Defense Manpower Data Center

as a force protection program to

manage personnel, property and installation

access at DoD installations.

What is Defense Biometric identification System?

DBIDS is a networked database system

designed to easily verify access

authorization of personnel entering

military bases by using barcode and fingerprint biometric identification.

DBIDS RegistrationCamp Zama

May 21 to June 1

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force

June 4 to July 31

Contractors

DBIDS RegistrationCamp Zama

May 14 to June 1 (except weekends and holidays), the Vehicle Registration Office will be opened for registration and

for those organizations that have not registered

(DoDDS, AAFES, DeCA, ACS, DCAT,-Asia, DOD FELT, VFW,

PAC, CYS, S&S/ZAMA,

Yokohama North Dock, and all other activities).

We will also register any personnel who missed

their scheduled registration time.

DBIDS Registration

To expedite the registration process,

all MLCs must go online and complete an AJ Form 47

(Request for Installation Pass) and bring it

with them during the registration process.

DBIDS RegistrationCamp Zama

Security Guard 100% enforcement of DBIDS

registration will begin on Aug. 1

(all personnel not registered will be directed to

the vehicle office or pass office to register in DBIDS).

All personnel not registered will not be

allowed to register any guest.

DBIDS Registration

Sagamihara Housing AreaSoldiers, DoD civilians and family members

(including MLCs) who reside/work on Sagamihara Housing Area can register for DBIDS on the following

dates and times:

Date: March 6 to June 30, Monday to Friday

Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

DBIDS Registration

To expedite the registration process,

all MLCs must go online and complete

an AJ Form 47 (Request for Installation Pass)

and bring it with them during

the registration process.

DBIDS Registration

Sagamihara Housing AreaSecurity Guard 100% enforcement of DBIDS

registration will begin on Aug. 1

(all personnel not registered will be directed to

the vehicle office or pass office to register in DBIDS).

All personnel not registered will not be

allowed to register any guest.

DBIDS Registration

Sagami General Depot

To expedite the registration process,

all MLCs must go online and complete an AJ Form 47

(Request for Installation Pass) and bring it

with them during the registration process.

DBIDS Registration

Sagami General Depot

May 14 to 31 (except weekends and holidays)

The vehicle registration office will be opened for registration and for those organizations that have not registered and personnel who missed their scheduled

registration time can also register.

DBIDS Registration

Sagami General DepotSecurity Guard 100% enforcement of DBIDS

registration will begin on Aug. 1

(all personnel not registered will be directed to

the vehicle office or pass office to register in DBIDS).

All personnel not registered will not be

allowed to register any guest.

REGISTRATION AND BALLOT REQUEST

Effective March 2012, “Driving in Japan”

training will be combined with

the Newcomers’ Orientation.

For more information:

DSN:263-4372 or 263-3389/ 046-407-4372 or 3389

WORDS TO LIVE BY

Do what is right … legally, ethically, and morally

WORDS TO LIVE BY

Practice the “Golden Rule”

WORDS TO LIVE BY

Spiritual, physical, and mental fitness is a must

WORDS TO LIVE BY

Train your replacement;

develop tomorrow’s leaders

WORDS TO LIVE BY

Ensure your family is Army strong

Find us on Facebook

The Garrison Public Affairs Office is working to make Facebook THE place to go for community

information. We need your help!

Like us on Facebook:

http://facebook.com/USAGJ

Rising Sun on Vimeo

Did you know that your friends & family back in the States can see what life is like in Japan?

Tell them to check out Monthly Rising Sun show on the HD video sharing site Vimeo:

vimeo.com/usagj

New Channel 13 Slide Format

We’re trying to improve the Command Channel by making the slides easier to read.

Please, let us know how we’re doing:

Phone: 046-407-4640 / DSN: 263-4640

Email: usag.japan@gmail.com

New Channel 13 Slide Format

If you or your organization would like to post slides to the Command Channel contact the

garrison Public Affairs Office for our new slide template

Phone: 046-407-4640 / DSN: 263-4640

Email: usag.japan@gmail.com

Follow us on Twitter

Are you on Twitter? So are we!

Follow us:

twitter.com/USAGJapan

Photos on Flickr

Visit the garrison photo archive on the popular photo sharing site flickr:

flickr.com/usagj