BELVOIR
Fort Belvoir Virtual Army Birthday Ceremony
June 11, 10 a.m. GUEST SPEAKER:
Lt. Gen. Stephen G. Fogarty Commanding General Army Cyber Command
@fortbelvoir
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June 4, 2020
Defense leaders describe COVID-19 lessons By David Vergun DoD News
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ome practices adopted during the current pandemic have benefitted the troops and may continue after it abates, Mark Esper, Defense secretary, said. Esper said at a virtual town hall meeting, that a recent visit to Parris Island, S.C., taught him that measures like wearing face masks and social distancing had prevented COVID-19 cases and other respiratory tract illnesses, leading to an overall decrease in sick-call numbers. That resulted in more recruits available for training, so many of these measures will likely continue even after the crisis has passed. ‘’Some good will come of this,’’ he said. Esper was joined by Army Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; and Senior Enlisted Adviser to the Chairman Ramón ‘’CZ’’
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Mark Esper, center, Defense secretary; Army Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of See Defense, page 4 Staff, left, and Senior Enlisted Adviser to the Chairman Ramón “CZ” Colón-López answer questions regarding DoD policy on COVID-19, during a virtual global town hall at the Pentagon, May 28.
Belvoir barbershops open for Service members By Paul Lara Belvoir Eagle
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Chief Warrant Officer 4 Dustin Williams gets a trim at the PX barbershop, Sunday. 2
Housing Update
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ervice members can sometimes be spotted by their regulation haircuts, but since the pandemic forced Virginia to shelter at home more than 10 weeks ago, there has not been any service available to get a haircut – until now. All three Belvoir barber shops reopened last week, with some conditions. According to Garrison command guidance discussed in a recent virtual town hall, haircuts for men and women are offered only to active duty Service members by appointment only, and you must arrive for your appointment in uniform, with a face covering. Services are limited to haircuts. Additionally, Service members must provide their contact information, in case contact tracing becomes necessary. That was not a problem for Chief Warrant Officer 4 Dustin Williams, who was more than ready for a trim Sunday morning, though he was disappointed he had to get in uniform for the service. Sgt. Joshua Pitzer admitted that the hair stylists make it look easy. “It’ll be good not to have to cut my own hair,” he said, since creating a smooth taper toward the top was harder than he thought.
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Working dog certification
Brooke Clifton, a stylist at the Town Center barbershop, said after working there for more than a year, the new normal is definitely different. “It’s not as crazy as I thought it would be. Everyone is following regulations as they should, so it makes our job easier, too,” she said, adding that everyone seemed very eager to get back to regulation. “My clients have been excited, telling me, ‘oh, I can’t wait for this haircut.’” According to Col. Michael Greenberg, garrison commander, the reopening of services will take into consideration the installation’s ability to ensure that safety standards are maintained. “What we are going to do is make our best effort to work within the conditions and standards to maintain safety. That is my priority,” added Greenberg. The garrison commander has not indicated when retirees and civilians will be able to jump in the chair.
Service members can call for reservations:
➲ Main Exchange Barbershop 703-799-4975
➲ Town Center or Hospital Barber Shop 703-781-3770
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New passport policy