Kaiserslautern American, March 9, 2018

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USAFE-AFAFRICA contractor earns Purple Heart, Page 5

Mountain run leads to Nanstein Castle, Page 15

Knights Brigade develops leaders through Berlin staff ride, Page 20

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March 9, 2018 | Volume 42, Number 10

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German civilian police enrich 86th SFS Story and photos by Senior Airman Elizabeth Baker 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs One can spot them at the large vehicle inspection gate or patrolling base, wearing Airman Battle Uniforms and blue berets. As members of the 86th Security Forces Squadron, they help keep Ramstein safe and work alongside Airmen as German civilians. Zivilpolizei, or Civilian Security Police, bring a wealth of experience to Ramstein’s law enforcement. “We as Airmen come and go, but ZPs are here years and years,” said Airman 1st Class Daniel Regan, 86th SFS member. “They get to see shortterm and long-term effects of changes and different policies.” Regan is new to his career field, but he has a lot of experience to draw from. “They mentor us as Airmen just getting here out of tech school, and they’re here to guide us,” Regan said. “The See POLICE, Page 2

Marcus Mueller, left, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, drives a patrol vehicle with U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Daniel Regan, 86th SFS member, Feb. 26 on Ramstein Air Base. Zivilpolizei, or Civilian Security Police, are the civilian side of the 86th SFS, and they bring a wealth of experience to Ramstein’s law enforcement.

Renovations underway at Ramstein fitness centers by Senior Airman Savannah L. Waters 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs The Northside Fitness Center and the Southside Fitness Center are both currently undergoing renovations on Ramstein Air Base, with an expected completion date in June 2018. “Renovation plans due to water damage at the Southside Fitness Center were already in motion,” said 1st Lt. Anne Herrmann, 786th Force Support Squadron fitness and sports section chief. “When we found out there was possible funding to replace the

Northside’s flooring, as well as expand our workout area, we decided to take that opportunity.” Renovations at the NSFC will include completely replacing and reinforcing the flooring in the main freeweight area, racquetball courts three and four, and the current powerlifting room. When completed, the powerlifting room will move to the newly transformed, former racquetball courts and a “tactical fitness area” (for cross-fit-style workouts) will be introduced to the community. “The Northside Fitness Center was

built in the 1950s, and the current freeweight area was a basketball court,” said Alysha Brandy, 786th FSS fitness program manager. “It’s on a floating floor, with space between the cement and the wood. With people dropping weights when it was converted to a weight room, the floor has suffered severe damage.” For the convenience of customers, renovations will occur in several phases to avoid major facility closures. “We sincerely appreciate your patience while we bring fitness improvements and introduce new capabilities to better serve our customers and commu-

nity,” Herrmann said. “In the long run, it’s going to be the best thing for our customers.” To lessen inconveniences caused by the renovations, the SSFC will open at 0430 on weekdays. “After careful consideration, there wasn’t enough traffic to justify keeping the gym open past nine at night, though,” Herrmann said. “Child care facilities close to construction will also be closed during renovations for safety. But, we have a parent child care area See RENOVATIONS, Page 2


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