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June-July 2022

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard's

Declaration of Excellence Ten Year Anniversary

Captain’s Corner his year marks the ten year T anniversary of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard’s Declaration of Excellence

(DOE). Though a decade has passed, the standards and beliefs declared in the DOE are no less relevant today than those of the Declaration of Independence. Our Founding Fathers believed it necessary to put pen to paper and formalize self-evident truths – our unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Our DOE formalized our own shipyard truths, that in fulfillment of our Constitutional duty to defend our Nation, we will continue to pursue excellence for the Navy by maintaining safety and standards, empowering our people, supporting learning and improvement as the foundation of first-time quality, and ensuring our people are part of the solution to our challenges. The DOE was drafted and signed by a diverse group of shipyarders to ensure positive action in the collective achievement of our mission – safely delivering first-time quality submarine work, on time, and on budget. As time passes, there is a necessity to rejuvenate the spirit of those involved in any continuous effort. Our Independence Day annually celebrates our great nation, filling us with pride and patriotism. I

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encourage you to reflect on what we are truly celebrating – our freedom. Make no mistake, defending our freedom is a continuous effort. Whether you are new to the shipyard team or have spent years executing our mission, we all have to live up to the highest standards to keep each other safe. The United States is facing increasingly challenging geopolitical situations. During this time of strategic power competition, our national security demands our Navy to be on station. To meet this demand, Naval Sustainment System-Shipyards (NSS-SY) is in place to aid us in safely delivering ships and submarines out of maintenance on time, every time to preserve our national security. Firsttime quality requires safely completing each job to exact standards. People are Portsmouth's greatest asset, and your safety is my top priority. When injuries occur, work stops. When work stops, production schedules suffer. The standards of safety and quality are therefore synonymous. You can't have one without the other. NSS-SY is focused on improving work flow and getting each mechanic what they need to have a safe and successful day, every day. If you see an unsafe work practice occurring, use the NSS-SY mantra — "Fix or Elevate" to immediately address the situation. If there is a clear answer to remedying the situation and it can be easily addressed, make the change to keep the jobsite safe. If there is a larger issue such as faulty

The Periscope is the official publication of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Views and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Department of Defense.

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Shipyard Commander Michael Oberdorf Public Affairs Officer Danna Eddy Communications Manager Jeremy Lambert Writer Editor Matt Maher Photographer Jim Cleveland

equipment, we must not live with deficiency for the sake of schedule. We encounter obstacles every day while working on these complex undersea warfare platforms; how we choose to overcome them is where we need to be in perfect alignment. Delivering availabilities back to the fleet on time isn't just about timely submarine maintenance, it's also about keeping the people doing the work safe and healthy so they can show up tomorrow and continue getting the job done. The DOE and NSS-SY are both focused on the development of the best submarine maintenance community on the planet — the gold standard workforce of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. As our DOE formalized, our greatest strengths are the dedication, commitment, trust and leadership abilities of our people. Each individual is important, and our collective quality performance is the key to overcoming challenges. The Navy recognizes our shipyards as linchpins for our national security, and I recognize our people are the heart and soul of this enterprise. Together, I know we can be successful in defending our freedom by delivering submarine readiness for the Navy, because WE ARE PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD!

Captain Michael Oberdorf, 87th Shipyard Commander

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Capt Oberdorf talks with students.

Robot performs a "chin up."

Local schools engage in friendly competition.

YOUTH ROBOTICS EXPO

ach year, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNS) STEM Outreach Program supports dozens of area robotics teams through grant funding and mentorship. On May 25, PNS hosted local For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) and VEX robotics teams on yard where students provided demonstrations of their builds and robots in what is hoped to be an annual Robotics Expo. More than 100 students, teachers and parents from Dover High School, Oyster River High School, York High School and Noble Middle School attended this event. FIRST Lego League Challenge teams lined the perimeter of the gymnasium showcasing their courses and coding skills while FIRST Robotics and VEX Robotics teams each had a field in the center of the gym demonstrating their competition robots. One of the robots even climbed a bar and completed a chin up! York High School Robotics Mentor Gerald Mackaman (SUBMEPP Engineering Department Head) shared, “It was exciting to see the accomplishments of many teams

supported by the shipyard’s STEM outreach program. The students I met were enthusiastic and eager to demonstrate their robots and talk about what they had learned throughout the season. I particularly appreciated the opportunity my team members had to engage with the Shipyard Commander and talk about their experience on the team as well as their plans for the future. They were all very inspired!” In addition t o

the robotics demonstrations, representatives from Non-Destructive Testing, Structrual Shop, Electric Shop, Coatings and Coverings, and IPX set up activities for the students to learn more about the technology and robotics efforts being used in the work done at the shipyard. Christa Boeykens-Bui, teacher for Noble Middle School

from Berwick, Maine, reflected on the inaugural PNS Robotics Expo with enthusiasm, "The students' excitement was palpable! They witnessed robotics projects and learned physics and electrical engineering simultaneously. The variety of learning activities was tremendous and the virtual reality welding was an absolute favorite!" "Seeing the advanced robots created by the older students inspired our young students and gave them a vision of what they could create in the future," said Noble Middle School teacher Brigette Dumont. "The interactive displays provided by the shipyard provided an authentic lens for the importance of STEM learning and the application of science, technology, engineering and math in the real world. Our students thoroughly enjoyed the event, and we heard from many parents that they brought the excitement of the day home with them." Employees interested in getting involved to support a local FIRST or VEX team are encouraged to reach out to the STEM Outreach Office for more information at PNS-STEMProgram.fct@navy.mil.

Article submitted by STEM Outreach Program Manager Libby Hite

STEM Robotics showcase in action. U.S. Navy photos by Jim Cleveland

PROFILE

PNS SHIPWRIGHT SHOP 64

PNS SHIPWRIGHT ZACK CHAISSON

hen the goal is to accomplish the mission with Portsmouth’s most valuable asset, its people, then mindset can make all the difference. Shipwright Lead Mechanic Zack Chaisson leans in with a positive approach to each day, the team, and the mission. Five years ago, he heard about a Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNS) job fair at the Regatta in Eliot and was drawn to the shipwright

shop based on his previous work experience. He was hired in April 2017, and entered the Worker Skills Progression Program, graduating in 2020. Compared to previous jobs in roofing, gutters and insulation, “This isn’t just a job at PNS, it’s 100% a career,” says Chaisson. “There’s plenty of room to advance if you have the drive and the desire. I’ve worked many years outside PNS and I’ve worked here five years. Bar none, it’s the best job I’ve ever had. This is a fantastic place to work.” Chaisson’s approach is to start every day ready to work. The shipwright shop is a temporary support code that assists other shops in the overhaul of submarines with staging inside and outside the boats, with the cradle that holds the sub in dry dock, and with temporary services and carpentry needs throughout the shipyard. A typical day starts with a briefing, noting the work planned for the shift. Additional trade requests come in over the course of the day. All are met with his can-do mindset. “As PNS shipwrights, we take great pride in our work and have a sense of ownership,” says Chaisson. “At the end of the day, I have a sense of accomplishment, knowing that I did the best job I could possibly do for

the shipyard. There’s no feeling like knowing you are supporting your country.” Chaisson’s positivity is infectious. His goal every day is to share knowledge. He endeavors to progress in his role at PNS to a leadership role and feels sharing knowledge creates a stronger team. As a lead mechanic, he believes this is something everyone should do. “Not every person is the same,” he says. “You have to feel them out, maybe take them under your wing.” As a mentor, Chaisson has the ability to engage his co-workers, sharing his humor and creating a path to learning and improving. “Zack Chaisson is one of those rare employees who seems to be able to reach through to anyone,” said General Forman Sean Loughlin. “His infectious attitude, quality of work, and safety practices are what makes him one of Shop 64’s outstanding mechanics. I have yet to meet an employee who may be struggling who Zack has not been able to help. He is always open to sharing his knowledge, thinks outside of the box, and is not only an excellent mentor, but also continues to learn and improve himself daily.”

Shop 64 shipwrights provide scaffolding, carpentry, blocking and cribbing, as well as dry dock services such as cradle building and surveys. A shipwright uses optical instruments to provide reference points and alignment services during docking evolutions. Work includes erecting, maintaining and removing scaffolding. Woodworking duties may include building temporary enclosures, plenums, shipping skids, mock-ups and pipe templates.

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Article by Periscope Writer Selena Brock, Photo by PNS Photographer Jim Cleveland

ERGs Attend TEDxPortsmouth P

ortsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNS) Employee Resource Group (ERG) co-leads and Diversity Leadership Council members attended TEDxPortsmouth on May 20 at the Portsmouth Music Hall as a training event. Twelve inspiring speakers, chosen from over 200 local applicants, shared their eyeopening stories to a packed house. Their topics covered diverse ideas that merged to draw attention to the theme of the event, Hidden in Plain Sight. The curtains opened to a performance by Sounds of the Seacoast, a fabulous local a cappella chorus. An impressive high school student, Sean Cheng, was brave enough to present the first talk and spoke of geography, specifically human geography. He challenged the audience with a colorful but blank world map, and asked who could point out specific countries that had recently been in the news. He described the interpersonal connections and disruptions that happen as a result of human interaction and its impact on

history. Following his presentation, event host Courtney Daniel revealed that Cheng’s hidden talent is speedcubing, and handed him a Rubik’s Cube, which he solved in under eight seconds! Cheng was followed by Dr. Stephanie Bramlett, Director of Equity and Inclusion at Phillips Exeter Academy, a marathon runner who spoke of racial justice and equality, using the example of a particular high school student council encounter, and encouraging daily acts of courage and leaning in to the discomfort of speaking up and taking action. Subsequent presenters covered thought-provoking subjects such as designing living and working spaces for individuals with physical and emotional challenges, creating artificial reefs from offshore oil platforms and wind turbines, mental and physical health, bridge engineering, and living authentically. The speakers articulated insight and knowledge relevant to creating and maintaining a workplace culture and life philosophy that is

Story and photo by Periscope Writer Selena Brock

inclusive and genuine. They shared the experiences that gave them their enlightened perception, and exhibited the strength to speak up and give others the confidence to get started. Composer Russ Grazier concluded the lineup of speakers with a talk regarding the overall wellbeing of adults. He advised that learning an instrument, even later in life, keeps the mind agile, provides a creative focus, and adds the social benefit of engaging with others. Grazier surprised the audience by concluding his presentation, and the day’s event, with a performance by his orchestra composed entirely of adult beginners. Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager D.J. McDonald shared, “All seven of our ERGs were represented at the event and we could not have curated a better alignment of speakers to engage our ERG leaders. It was a day of inward and outward reflection, with many moments of inspiration to bring back to our ERGs and our work!”

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Portsmouth Naval Shipyard's IT Branch Pushes for Advancements Naval Sustainment System - Shipyards (NSS-SY) IT Pillar at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNS) is working hard to improve all things IT. Spearheaded by IT Department Head Lynn Smolinski, the IT Pillar is utilizing the "Fix or Elevate" mantra of NSS-SY to resolve issues across the wide spectrum of IT at PNS.

Hardware

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has been authorized to replace a majority of older desktop computers with new laptops as well as some new desktop computers where laptops would not be practical. After meeting with headquarters, representatives from Portsmouth's IT department were able to secure funding a year ahead of schedule once the need was conveyed and understood. A majority of the new computers will be laptops, enabling users to take their machines with them from project to project without losing any continuity. Many employees at PNS are required to travel for work, whether going TDY for weeks or months, or for knowledge sharing and training sessions. Having the ability to take your computer along with you makes working remotely a simple task. As projects close out and new ones open, people are moved from one office space to the next. Having the ability to take your workstation with you reduces the time it would take to reestablish a new desktop and reconnect drives.

Network Latency

One of the most common IT complaints at PNS is about connectivity speeds on the NMCI network. The network supplied to PNS originates off yard hundreds of miles away. Recently systems were upgraded for the first time since the early 2000s at the network hub, resulting in increased bandwidth capacity at PNS. Equipment located at PNS has also been upgraded in order to maintain continuity in the event of a temporary outage. Additional equipment is scheduled to be installed in the coming months which will increase the reliability of the network.

Software

Software programs used across the four public shipyards are developed and hosted in a central location. Working the bugs out of custom-built software can be a difficult endeavor. Developers at headquarters are currently running software used to determine where faults are occurring; within the workstation, within the software, or in the internet connection so issues can be identified early and rectified in a timely manner.

Digital Crew Boards

PNS is in the process of implementing digital crew boards for the production workforce. These digital versions of the crew boards that have already been in use across the shipyard will save time by displaying the status of jobs being worked in real time. Operational Control Centers will also be outfitted with large digital monitors. Keeping everyone involved in a project abreast of any work stoppages or other issues will drive quick solutions. These boards will also assist in knowing when to pivot to another work package if the initial job cannot be completed at the time. June -July 2022 • The Periscope

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illiam "Bill" Ellis, of Wells, Maine, passed away May 7. He was born in Berkeley, California, on June 29, 1948 and moved to Greenville, Delaware, a few years later where his family settled. After attending Wilmington Friends School, Bill spent time in college and traveling. His travels eventually had him drive across country in his 1958 Corvette. In California he met his wife, and they eventually traveled back to the East Coast. The couple married on Halloween in 1970 and settled in Wells, Maine, where they raised their son. After finishing school, Ellis

ichael (Mike) Robert Langlois, of Freedom, New Hampshire, died unexpectedly June 9, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in North Conway, New Hampshire. Born October 1, 1956 in Dover, he grew up in Somersworth and graduated from Somersworth High School in 1974. He began the apprenticeship program at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard soon after graduating high school. Mike worked as an electrician and manager at the shipyard for a total of 35 years, retiring

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took a job as an Engineering Technician at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, where he worked for more than 40 years until retiring in 2018. Always fascinated by how things worked, Ellis enjoyed several rides on submarines during the sea trials he contributed to. Ellis had a lifetime love of cars. His early automotive interest can be noted as he turned his family’s farm shop into a racing garage where he and his friends gathered to build hot rods. He was the eldest child and had the responsibility for driving his siblings to school. One consequence

in 2018. He earned an associate degree through the shipyard. Mike also cofounded an electrical company in 1995 and worked there for 8 years. In 1981, he built the family home in Barrington, with the help of family and friends. He raised his family in Barrington and resided there until 2019. Mike was an active volunteer for the Barrington Youth Association for several years in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Early in life Mike enjoyed baseball, volleyball, snow skiing, and water skiing. He was an avid deer hunter throughout his life. He shared his passion for hunting with his father, brother, and friends. Mike also enjoyed snowmobiling, boating, and gardening. He was especially proud of his fruit trees in Florida. Mike loved his family and enjoyed spending as much time with them as possible.

of his hot-rodding interests, the family had many spirited rides to school. In his retirement, he drove his replica 1964 Cheetah every opportunity he had. In the evenings he could often be found watching drag racing while cleaning materials for his wife's wind chime business. He had a natural draw to animals, having had many family dogs, cats, and birds throughout his life. He also enjoyed live music, having recently enjoyed seeing a personal favorite, Martin Barre, at a small local venue with his son. He will be missed by many.

ick Hillsgrove, of Northwood, New Hampshire passed away suddenly on June 12. A dedicated father and husband, Hillsgrove was employed by the Coatings and Coverings shop at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. He was a loving father and husband who will be dearly missed.

How The Declaration of Excellence Aligns with O

Naval Sustainment System - Shipyards

n July 4, 2012 a group of shipyarders ranging from Apprentice to Senior Leaders enacted the Declaration of Excellence (DOE). This document was created through inclusive collaboration of every echelon of worker at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNS). The idea of renewing the commitment of every employee sprang from interviews with more than 200 shipyarders from across the yard. It was decided the ten core values from the Renewal of Shipyard Values and Pride program should be included in the DOE: ownership, professionalism, integrity, respect, safety, openmindedness, teamwork, knowledge, preparedness, and the importance of the work done here. These core values align with the Navy's current initiative, Naval Sustainment System - Shipyards, or NSS-SY.

Article One

Empowering the people of PNS to share their ideas and develop their skills in a supportive and open-minded way will lead to well-rounded, innovative thinkers. Timely implementation of subject matter expert process improvements aligns with the NSS-SY principle of Fix or Elevate. When individuals feel comfortable sharing ideas, innovation can occur.

Article Two

People are at the crux of both the DOE and NSS-SY because first-time quality can only be accomplished with properly trained personnel at every level. Creating a culture of continuous learning is the second Article of the DOE. In the past decade, the training facilities at

PNS have grown exponentially in number, size, and complexity. The ability to work in a safe to fail environment which accurately mimics shipboard conditions has allowed junior mechanics to become efficient at the jobs they will eventually be tasked to perform shipboard.

Article Three

Ensure people are part of the solutions to our challenges. Treating the mechanic as the customer means listening to the needs of the personnel doing the work. Empowering individuals to be inquisitive, have confidence in their work, and pause if something seems unsafe for themselves or the systems they are working on is at the core of both the DOE and NSS-SY. The workforce at PNS has a lot riding on their reputation for first time-quality, namely a crew of more than 120 Sailors for each submarine overhauled at this historic institution. Winston Churchill once said, "Attitude is a little thing that makes a huge difference." Having a positive attitude isn't always the easiest thing to do when working in a high-stakes environment

where lives depend upon getting the job done right. The pressure to complete each job with first-time quality may be overwhelming to less experienced personnel. Leaders on yard who embrace positivity instead of negativity have subordinates who want to do a good job. Whereas leaders who focus on the negative, lead by fear and reprisal. Working from a place of fear leads to mistakes and rework. Being truly confident in your ability to do your job takes intensive training, on-thejob experience and positive leaders to support the new generation of shipyarders. In order to meet the goal of delivering availabilities back to the fleet on time, every time, the personnel doing the work require the proper support, from Worker Leaders to Superintendents. Learning to complete work with first time-quality takes mentors who are invested in both their people and the mission at hand. Teaching the next generation of mechanics the proper way to safely complete the work they were assigned takes patience, fortitude and a positive attitude. Leadership can come in many forms, but the most common way to exemplify leadership is by example. If people feel heard and valued, they will be more invested in what they are doing. Understanding what is on the line every time a mechanic sets foot aboard a submarine to perform maintenance is incredibly important. The safe, careful and deliberate execution of work ensures everyone goes home to their families after every shift and Sailors return home to their families after each deployment. Article by Periscope Editor Matthew Maher

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Background image - Juneteenth Celebration in Richmond, Virginia, circa 1905. Bottom images l-r - Juneteenth band poses in Eastwoods Park, Austin, Texas, circa 1900. Daughters of Reverend Jack Yates, Martha (left) and Pinkie (right) ride in a decorated carriage in Houston, Texas, circa 1908. Group poses under poster of Abraham Lincoln in Richmond, Virginia, circa 1900. Image to right - Excerpt from Galveston Daily News, circa 1865. All photos considered public domain.

JUNETEENTH

n June 17, 2021 President Joe Biden signed a proclamation declaring June 19 a federal holiday henceforth. Juneteenth marks the day that federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure all enslaved people were freed. This was a full two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed into law the emancipation proclamation on January 1, 1863. On January 1, 1980, Juneteenth was recognized by the

state of Texas as a state holiday. Led by the efforts of an African American state legislator named Al Edwards, the campaign to officially designate June 19 as a holiday was successful. Juneteenth (also referred to as Jubilee Day and Emancipation Day) celebrations were first held in rural areas where black people could congregate without interruption or reprisal from groups or individuals who sought to interrupt their parties. Celebration sites were often

by a river or body of water so people could enjoy fishing, horseback riding and barbecues. Church grounds were often the sites of these celebrations. As time passed, laws were enacted allowing black people to purchase land, and the Reverend Jack Yates eventually bought and donated the land that would become Emancipation Park in Houston, Texas, in 1872. This year marks the 150th Juneteenth celebration held in Emancipation Park. Article by Periscope Editor Matt Maher

JUNE ISGPRIDE MONTH ilbert Baker was an artist, activist, and openly gay military veteran. He created the original PRIDE flag in 1977 as an eight striped rainbow, inspired by the Wizard of Oz song “Over the Rainbow,” and assigned a meaning to each color. In 1979 he reconfigured the flag to the horizontalstriped six-colored rainbow design that we consider the standard version today, and it was adopted worldwide. Many variations have existed since then, but the rainbow flag has been a flag for all of the queer community.

U.S. Army Veteran Gilbert Baker, designer of the original Pride Flag in San Francisco circa 2012. Photo by Gareth Watkins

Life Healing Sunlight Nature Serenity Spirit of the LGBTQ people Submitted by Katie Baker

The Progress Pride Flag was designed by digital artist Daniel Quasar in 2018. This flag was based on the design of the Philadelphia Pride Flag, which was introduced in 2017 to demand more inclusivity across the LGBTQ+ community as part of the “More Color More Pride” campaign in Philadelphia that year. It also includes the Transgender Flag, which was created in 1999 by Monica Helms. Violence against the queer community affects trans people of color more than any other group, and the Progress Pride Flag aims to promote inclusion and progression. The word “Progress” was chosen, and the arrow shape added, to convey that these issues are important and progress needs to be made in these areas. Black and Brown: People of color Light blue, Pink, White White: Transitioning, intersex, and nonbinary/gender nonconforming people

MOSAIC

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OSAIC aims to help create multicultural awareness and many other celebrations. MOSAIC has hosted roundand inclusivity at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard table talks on documentaries and podcasts and has by providing a support network and venue hosted guest groups such as Peace Flag. MOSAIC A N VAL TH SH for discussions focused on understanding participates with other Employee Resource OU IP differences, sharing experiences, and Groups at the PROS on the Mall events and Y SM T supporting retention and recruitment plans to participate at the health fair in the programs. Membership in MOSAIC is fall with an information table. available to all employees, civilian and Join MOSAIC as a member or military. just come to a meeting or event and In addition to monthly share your experience. First and third meetings, MOSAIC promotes the Wednesday, Bldg. 22, New Hampshire observance of MLK Day, Black History Conference Room from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Month, Juneteenth, Hispanic Heritage MO Month, American Indian Heritage Month, Contact: usn.pnsy.navshipydporsnh.mbx. SAIC Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month mosaic-erg@us.navy.mil

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USS TEXAS CHANGE OF COMMAND Article by Periscope Editor Matt Maher

Texas underway. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Maddelin Angebrand

mdr. Kenneth T. Cooke turned command of USS Texas (SSN 775) over to Cmdr. K. Chad Ingle in a traditional change of command ceremony held May 27 on the shipyard mall. “We have come a long way over the past two years, starting out in the Pacific in Pearl Harbor, then shifting homeports to Groton and then here to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard,” said Cooke. “Executing that type of journey, across multiple fleets' areas of operations and between multiple squadrons, can be challenging under the best of circumstances. But during two years of a worldwide pandemic, when movement of personnel and supplies were restricted and far more complicated, we tested this crew's mettle in ways that we never could have expected. Still, the men and women of Texas rolled up their sleeves and got the job done. They inspired me every day, and they continue to do so here in the shipyard, as we have worked to return Texas to the fleet stronger, tougher and better than ever before,” he continued. “Leading this crew has been the honor of my career, and I can’t wait to see the great things that USS Texas does in the future under the leadership of Cmdr. Ingle.” Following his command tour, Cooke is transitioning to a position in the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Ingle is a native of Burlington, North Carolina, graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Architecture and received a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management from Catholic University in 2012. “It's commonly said that a ship’s crew takes on the likeness of its commanding officer, and I have been truly motivated by the dedication, work ethic and commitment to excellence I've seen displayed by the crew of Texas,” said Ingle. “I'm motivated and humbled by this exceptional team, and I'm excited to work alongside everyone here to get this state-of-the-art submarine back in the fight. Together, we'll make sure everyone knows: ‘Don't mess with Texas.’” Texas is manned by a crew of more than 130 Navy personnel. Fast-attack submarines are multi-mission platforms enabling five of the six Navy maritime strategy core capabilities – sea control, power projection, forward presence, maritime security and deterrence. They are designed to excel in antisubmarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare, special operations, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, irregular warfare and mine warfare. Fast-attack submarines project power ashore with special operations forces and Tomahawk cruise missiles in the prevention or preparation of regional crises.

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Cmdr. Kenneth Cooke (right) is relieved by Cmdr. K. Chad Ingle (left) as Commanding Officer of Texas as Capt. Henry Roenke, Deputy Commander, Submarine Squadron TWO looks on.

Sideboys salute Cmdr. K. Chad Ingle as he exits the stage as Commanding Officer of Texas. U.S. Navy photos by Jim Cleveland

Posthumous Bronze Star Awarded O

n Friday June 3, Navy Hospital Corpsman Third Class George Riordan was posthumously awarded the Navy Bronze Star with Valor at the city hall in Dover, New Hampshire. On March 14, 1968, during the Tet Offensive in South Vietnam, Riordan was rendering first aid to an injured Marine named Don Ritter when he was mortally wounded by enemy fire. After being struck, the 19 year-old medic used his body to shield Ritter, saving Ritter's life while sacrificing his own. "To see the respect that comes from the fellow Marines, fellow Navy, for an event that happened over 50 years ago is overwhelming," said the late medic's brother, Martin

Riordan. The posthumous honor was in the line of duty to be honored if a the culmination of more than three member of U.S. Congress made the years of effort from Riordan's family request on the individual's behalf. and New Hampshire's United States After reaching out to Shaheen's office Senator Jeanne Shaheen in 2018, the request was who was on hand at the finally approved and the ceremony. The commanding medal was presented. officer of Riordan's unit on After the Bronze Star that fateful day was Marine was awarded to Riordan's and retired fire captain brother Martin, Navy Ray Dito, who traveled all Command Master Chief the way from his home in Bruce Lee presented him California to take part in with a shadowbox holding the ceremony. Dito was an American flag and his Riordan's instrumental in making sure brother's military medals. Bronze Star Riordan received the posthumous A quote from a letter Riordan wrote honor and has been working since to his parents appeared in the 2000 the 1970's to make this happen. Memorial Day weekend issue of Originally Dito's request was Foster's Sunday Citizen newspaper, denied as the recognition was more "I don't carry an M-16 for looks. I than three years after the time of carry it to get in on the action and Riordan's death. However, according help out," Riordan wrote. "I could sit to Dito the rules for posthumous back and hide, but it isn't right. I'm medal honorees was changed a few only one man in a big war, and my years ago when the military began job is to aid the wounded." allowing service members who died Article by Periscope Editor Matt Maher

Riordan providing aid during his tour of duty.

Attendees bow their heads to honor Riordan.

Senator Shaheen addresses crowd as Deputy Public Affairs Officer Gary Hildreth looks on. U.S. Navy photos by Jim Cleveland

Martin Riordan accepts shadow box from Navy Command Master Chief Bruce Lee.

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VANPOOL LISTINGS Multiple Locations-WHITE KNUCKLE TRANSIT LLC : 1st shift, 0700-1530 – (3) 15-passenger vans serving the Brunswick area, Springvale/Sanford/Wells and /Limington/ Waterboro/Alfred. Space available. Contact Matt: (207) 252-0584 or wtnukltransit@gmail. com for details.

Multiple Locations - BINETTE BUS Is looking for riders, 3 vans! Biddeford- Mercedes Bus has high-top roof and leather captain’s chairs Wells-High top roof, Individual leather captain’s chairs w/cup holders and usb ports Call/Text 207-590-6954 Email: c.binette23@ gmail.com Acton/Shapleigh/Sanford/Wells-HOWLAND TRANSPORTATION: 1st shift. Leaves Acton at 0500. Four spots available. Fees covered by TIPS. Contact Glenn: ext. 2276 or (508) 5239187 (cell). Acton/Springvale/Sanford/Wells-S.S. TRANSPORTATION: 1st shift (0630 – 1530). 15 passenger van, plenty of room with friendly/social company. Pick-up at Springvale Courthouse, Ocean State Job Lots, and Wells Park and Ride. No smoking and no out of pocket costs. Contact Shawn: (207) 752-6577. Alfred/Lyman/Kennebunk-CUNNINGHAM VAN: Two vans. (1) 1st shift. 10 riders max in a 15-passenger van. Seeking riders. (2) OT Van 0600-1630. Contact Ken: (207) 608-9402 or cunninghamvan@gmail.com. Arundel/Biddeford/Lyman-GAUVIN VANPOOL: 1st shift, riders wanted. 15-passenger van with a 10-rider max. Contact James: (207) 590-1566 or jgauvin@maine.rr.com. Auburn/Gray/Portland/Saco/BiddefordRICHARD TRANSPORTATION: 1st shift, riders wanted. Contact Bliss: (207) 346-4575. Multiple Locations-ATHERTON TRANSPORTATION, LLC: 1) AT BUS - 1) AT BUS-Lebanon, ME (Town Hall Park & ride), Berwick via Long Swamp Rd & Berwick Park & Ride), South Berwick (Rte 236) 0600 to 1530 5/4/9 shift ( 8 hour day) SEATS AVAILABLEcall for details 2) AT VAN 2 – Lebanon, ME (Upper Cross Road), Berwick (via Long Swamp Rd), Berwick Park & Ride, South Berwick (via Rte 236) 06001430 M – F (8 hour shift). Looking for riders Transportation Incentive Program available, no out of pocket expenses. Call Lee for details : ext 4531, daytime cell (207) 703-3769, Evening cell 603-312-7956, or kljp8991@ metrocast.net Biddeford-O’BRIENS VANPOOL: 0700-1530. Two Vans, 1st picks up at Biddeford Park and ride. 2nd picks up at Five Points Shopping Center in Biddeford. Pickups also available at homes on Village Lane, Westmore Ave. or near this area. Registered with TIPS. Contact Mike: ext. 3737 or (207) 590-0546. Biddeford/Gray-JOE’S VAN LLC: 1st shift riders wanted. 0630-1500. No out of pocket expense. Pickup at exits: 75 Auburn, 63 Gray, 53 Falmouth, 45 Portland, 32 Biddeford, 19 Wells Contact Joe: ext. 5371, or (207) 320-0941 Biddeford/Saco-ACIN VANPOOL: 1st shift. Picks up at Biddeford Park and Ride, 10 passenger limit. Arrives on-yard by 0615. Contact Phil: ext. 1682 or (207) 423-6142.

Biddeford/Saco- C&C CARRIERS 1st shift full size coach buses. 100% FREE ride with TIPS program. No 80/50 rule. Climate controlled, luxury seating. Serving the Shipyard Community for 32+ years! Contact Ron: (207) 636-2872 (home) or (207) 432-7913 (cell). Biddeford/Saco area-PERHAM VANPOOL: 1st shift, (2) vanpools. Meet at Biddeford Park and Ride. Second vanpool meets at Saco Park and Ride. Space available. Contact Chris: ext. 1821 or (207) 590-2378. Biddeford- BENNER’S VANPOOL 1st shift riders wanted. 0700-1530, Pickup at Biddeford Park and Ride, Registered with TIPs, no out of pocket expense. Contact Jason: ext. 6480 or cell (207)-590-1955 call or text. Brunswick/Topsham/Yarmouth/Portland/ South Portland- CRONIN VANPOOL 1st shift 0700-1530. Reliable drivers newer 12 passenger Chevrolet Van. With transportation Incentive Program 0 out of pocket cost. For more info Call Kevin ext2531 or (207)837-3561. Dayton/Lyman/Kennebunk- DANLEY VANPOOL (2) 15-Passenger vans serving the same route. 10 Riders max per van. Will pick up rider along route 35. No out-of-pocket expense when enrolled in the TIPS program. Contact Tyler: (207) 590-3279. Dover-J.R.’s VANPOOL: 1st shift. Departs from Exit 9 Park and Ride at 0540. Large comfortable van, space available. Contact J.R.: ext. 1123 or (603) 749-1409. Goodwin’s Mills (Lyman)/Kennebunk-HARRIS VANPOOL: 1st shift (0700–1530); van arrives at PNSY at 0615 via Routes 35/95. Will pick up riders at their home if along normal route. 15-passenger van with 10-rider maximum. Two spaces available. Non-smoking. Contact Steve: ext. 2301, (207) 205-7167 (cell) or (207) 499-7392 (home). Gray/South Portland-ORCUTT VANPOOL: 2 Vans (no stops) Accommodates 5-8 hour shifts and 5/4/9 schedules. Contact Francis (207) 3219514. Hollis/Waterboro/Alfred/Sanford/WellsMADORE VANPOOL: 1st shift, via Rt. 117/202/4/109/I-95. Non-smoking. Riders wanted. Contact Cory: (207) 752-6019 or (207) 423-3774. Lebanon/Berwick/South BerwickDEVOLL’S VAN POOLS: 1st shift non-smoking, 15 passenger that only takes 12 passengers, TIPS participant, Lebanon park & ride, Little River Road, Lebanon Road, Beach Ridge Road, Rt 9 to Berwick, Rt 236 to shipyard. Contact Kip (H) 457-1241, (C) 451-3257 Lebanon/Berwick/South Berwick -DEVOLL’S VAN POOLS: MIDS./3rd shift, non-smoking van looking for riders. TIPS participant. Contact Kip (H) 457-1241, (C) 451-3257 Lebanon/Berwick/South Berwick/EliotPERRY VANPOOL: 1st shift. Free rides for TIPS members! Space available, contact Andrew: ext. 5407 or (207) 457-1986. Limerick / Waterboro / Sanford – TURTLE VAN POOL: 1st shift, 15 passenger van, 9 riders max. No out of pocket cost after you have tips reimbursement. Call or Text Joe. (207) 423-6904

Portland Area-SMITTY’S VANPOOL: 1st shift. Departs from Exit 45 Park and Ride. No crowding, dependable van and drivers. Contact Dave: (207) 347-9372 or (207) 420-3283. Portland/Saco-CHURCH VANPOOL: 1st shift, reliable drivers. Space available. Contact Randy: ext. 4790 or (207) 450-5824. Rochester/East Rochester/Washington Street Park and Ride-SUBZERO TRANSPORTATION: 1st shift, non-smoking shuttle bus. TIPS participant. Contact Dan: (603) 767-5078. Rochester-TRUSTY TRANSPORT: 1st shift non-smoking van. 15-passenger van accepting 10 riders. No Overcrowding. Pick up at Washington St. Park and ride. Contact Chris: (603)923-0912 Rochester/Milton/Farmington/BarringtonSEACOAST EXPRESS: 3 buses running daily covering 0500-1530, 0600-1430, 0600-1530, 0700-1530 and “5/4/9” shifts. Seacoast Express users can switch buses at any time throughout the month if they would like to work overtime, switch shifts or leave early. All buses leave from Rochester Home Depot parking lot. Vehicle available at shipyard if passengers have an emergency situation and need to leave early. For more information, contact Aaron: (603) 337-5137. Saco & Southbound-MCADAM TRANSPORTATION: 12-passenger bus making stops Saco and Southbound. 1st shift. Friendly, reliable and clean. Jeremy: (207) 289 – 9878 Saco/Biddeford- JOLLY ROGER TRANSPORT LLC: 4/10 shift Mon-Thurs (0600-1630) Friday SDO’s. Pick up at Saco and Biddeford Park and Rides. Brand new van, leather seats, and ride is 100% covered by the TIPS program. Seats are available. Contact Brock at ext 6214 or 207-423-3254. Saco/Wells- LECLAIR VANPOOL: Always a free ride! 0600 to 1530 SDO shift. Comfortable new 15-passenger van; never overcrowded. Space available. Contact Kevin: ext. 5784, (207) 475-8245 or leclair.kevin@yahoo.com. Saco/Biddeford/Wells-SWANK VANPOOL LLC (4) 15 passenger vans various daytime shift hours including the 5/4/9 shift 0600-1530 with Friday SDO’s and 0630 -1500 (Regular shift) Considering 4/10 if I get enough demand. All vans are cleaned and sanitized 2 times each week and face coverings are required. Please contact Kevin Swank 207-205-1311 Saco-PACKY VANPOOL: OVERTIME 1st Shift 0600-1530, Non-Smoking, will support 5/4/9 schedule. Van will begin running once enough interested parties have signed up. Contact Chris at packy49@gmail.com. Sanford/Wells/Kittery-CCR EXPRESS: 1st shift (0630-1500) Pickup at Hannaford(0445)/ Mardens(0455)-Sanford, Hannaford(0505)-N. Berwick, Aroma Joes(0515)-S. Berwick, Kittery Masonic Lodge #184(0600). Either snooze or watch a movie on the way to work. Come give it a try. 100% Free ride to work with TIPS. Contact Milton: (207) 604-4936. Sanford/Wells - DELISLE VANPOOL-Sanford seats available non-smoking 15 passenger van M-F 0700-1530. Biddeford/Wells park and ride Seats available Non-smoking 12 passenger van M-F 0700-1530. Vans are very dependable, clean, and safe. Out of pocket cost: $0 Call Matt work cell phone 207-468-5280 personal cell 207289-8556.

Sanford/Springvale-SMITH8 VANPOOL: 1st shift. Grammar Rd. from Rt. 4 to Rite Aid in Springvale, Rt. 109 to highway. Two seats available. Contact James for more information at ext. 2132 or (207) 252-2041. Sanford / Springvale/ Berwicks-COUSENS VANPOOL: 1st shift. Comfortable, new 15-passenger van. Non-smoking. TIPS participant. Space available, contact Mike: (207) 651-7411. Saco/Biddeford/Wells — WISE MAN TRANSPORTATION - 10-hour days, 600-1630, 5-days a week, non-smoking 25-passengers limo bus from the park and rides with no out-of-pocket fee after TIP reimbursement. Pick up Saco-450, Biddeford-457, Kennebunk-505, Wells-515 arrive at shipyard-545 Contact Brad: ext. 1228, (207) 219-2474 or nascardriver_39@hotmail.com Sanford/Springvale/points southTURNER VAN POOL Arrives 5:45 am Departs 15:00 8 hr shift Contact Herv CELL 207-432-3779 Email herveyturner@gmail.com Shapleigh/Sanford/Wells-TRIPLE C&K TRANSPORT: 1st shift. Participates in the Transportation Incentive Program (TIPS). No out of pocket expense for riders once enrolled in TIP. For more information contact Darrell: (207) 752-7886. Springvale/Sanford/N & S Berwick/Eliot- C&C CARRIERS: 1st shift full size coach buses. 100% FREE ride with TIP. No 80/50 rule. Climate controlled, luxury seating. Serving the Shipyard Community for 32+ years! Contact Ron: (207) 636-2872 (home) or (207) 432-7913 (cell). Springvale/Sanford/Berwick- MATHIEU VANPOOL: 1st shift. No overcrowding; 10 riders in a 15-passenger van. Dependable drivers, no out-of-pocket expense with TIPS. 2 openings available, contact Shawn: (207) 651-4975. Springvale/Sanford/North BerwickHILLS NEW ENGLAND TRANSIT 1ST Shift Vanpool M-F 0630-1500 schedule with

ortsmouth Naval Shipyard has recently installed several wood pallet recycling locations around the shipyard. These drop spots facilitate the reuse of quality wood pallets rather than putting all used pallets, regardless of condition, into the wood dumpsters. Originally submitted to IPx, the idea came from NAVFAC Pipefitter William Donnelly. IPx collaborated with Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for implementation and the locations were chosen, a great example of intragency cooperation. Drop spots are marked with bright orange jersey barriers and a banner identifying the purpose.

Hooksett/Raymond/Exeter- CAPITAL CITY VAN POOL: Commute for FREE, picks at: (I-93 exit 11)(RT 101 exits 5 &11) : 1st shift (630-1530) Fees covered by TIPS, 15-passenger van with bench seats, No smoking or out-of-pocket costs. For more infomation call, text or on Facebook Jeff (603) 682-6124

multiple locations available for pickup. 15 passenger van with only 10 riders and multiple open spots. Text or call James Hill 603.337.5668 Sanford/Lebanon/Berwick/South Berwick SPR TRANSPORTATION: 15-passenger van working 10-hour shifts (0600-1630) free with TIPS. Contact Rich (207) 608-3906 Springvale/Sanford/Wells- KGR RIDESHARE: 1st shift. Rt. 109 to Rt. 95, flexible stops. 10 passenger limit in 15-passenger van—never overcrowded. No out of pocket cost for commuters participating in TIP. Openings available. Contact Michael: (207) 651-2712 or soccergod007@yahoo.com for more info. Springvale/Sanford/Berwicks – CB EXPRESS: 1st shift (0630-1500) Leaves Courthouse at 0445, Pickup at Hannaford in Berwick at 0505 Pickup at Aroma Joe’s in S. Berwick at 0515. Free ride to work after TIPS kick in. Text Corey: (207) 432-6176 Wells area-PERHAM VANPOOL: 1st shift. Meet at Wells Park and Ride. Space available. Contact Chris: ext. 1821 or (207) 590-2378.

Manchester/Epping - QUEEN CITY AND EPPING VAN POOL. Commute for free, picks up in Manchester and the Epping park and ride (Exit 7, Rt-101) First shift (0630-1530). 15-passenger van. No smoking or out of pocket costs, fees covered by TIPS program. Call or text Pete, cell (603) 505-5508 home (732) 397-0429 Rochester/Somersworth/Dover – PLATT VANPOOL: 1st Shift 4/10s 0600-1630; Main pickups are Rochester Park & Ride and Tuckers off Exit 9 in Dover/ Somersworth. Route starts from Parsonsfield, ME; Newfield, ME; and Wakefield, NH; so if you are in the north country, call for details. Contact John Platt x2912; Cell - text or call 603-923-3979; jpe. john@gmail.com Lebanon/Berwick/South Berwick POPLAR HILL TRANSPORTATION LLC 1st shift. Picks up at Lebanon Park and Ride, Berwick Park and Ride, and South Berwick Park and Ride. Contact Jake: 207-608-3879 or email at poplarhillllc@yahoo.com

Waterboro/Alfred/Sanford/Wells-AB VANPOOL: 1st shift. Clean, comfortable, and reliable-arrives on yard around 0615. No out of pocket expenses for TIP participants once enrolled. Sirius Satellite Radio. For more information, contact Steve: ext. 4256 or (207) 651-4315.

For more commuter information or information on the TIP, check out the ‘Rides and Riders’ section under the Resources tab on the PNS Intranet or contact the TIP coordinator at ext. 6635, or via email: tips_ pns.fct@navy.mil

W.Newfield- NEWFIELD EXPRESS: 1st shift (0630-1530). 15-passenger. Multiple pickup spots include W. Newfield, Shapleigh, Springvale, Sanford, N.Berwick, Berwick, Contact Ben x5873 or sign up on TIPS directly. newfieldexpress@gmail.com, (207) 806-7043

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Dayton/Lyman/Kennebunk-DANLEY VANPOOL: 1st Shift (7-3:30). 15 Passenger van with seats available. 10 riders max. Will pick up riders along route 35. No out of pocket expense when enrolled in the TIPS program. Contact Tyler: (207)590-3279.

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PALLET RECYCLING LOCATIONS Area 1: between Bldgs 92 and 174 Area 2: between Bldgs 18 and 7 Area 3: between Bldgs 178 and 14 DLA Material Movement Manager John Aubin confirmed about 20% fewer pallets were triggered in the first year following the introduction of the pallet laydown areas, representing a significant reduction in cost. More locations are planned to further this recycling iniative. Article and photo by Selena Brock, Periscope Writer

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1. Please remember that the Spray Park is on a timer. 2. Pressing the start button (on the green pole) only needs to happen once. 3. The spray park runs on a cycle of 25 minutes. 4. When the cycle completes, gently push the start button again and a new cycle begins. 5. Do not hit or slam the button repeatedly or press the button before 10 AM or after 7 PM, nothing will happen except you could cause the button to malfunction and therefore close the Spray Park indefinitely. 6. If for any reason it is not working please reach out to MWR via Facebook or phone to let us know. Do not attempt to fix it yourself. 7. The ‘door’ on the large tree is just a decoration…it does not open. There is nothing inside the tree. 8. Pets are not allowed in the Spray Park. This is for their safety as the Spray Park water is not fit for drinking and we do not want pets (or people) drinking the water. 9. All of the rules for the Spray Park are posted on the side of the Waterless Toilet located next to the Spray Park. 10. Please do your part to keep the area and toilets clean for everyone to use. We appreciate your cooperation in following the Spray Park rules!

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