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1 USAG-YONGSAN HOT TOPICS TOPICS 2017 Vol. 23 Tab A: EXSUM Tab B: Hot Topics 2017 Vol. 23 Tab C: Garrison Enforcer Tab D: Safety Messages on Electronic Scooter and Skateboard Tab E: Cyber Security Safety Notice Tab F 2017 Federal Benefits Open Season Tab G: 2017 National American Indian Heritage Month Tab H: Military Family Appreciation Month Tab I: 2017 Fun Run Schedule Tab J: Army VS Navy American Flag Football Game Tab K: Yongsan Exchange Holiday Savings Tab L: 2017 Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Tab M: Yongsan Library Christmas Storyhour Tab N: 2017 Holiday Worship Services Schedule Tab O: 2017 Area II Chapels Combined Holiday Concert PAGES

2 EXSUM Hello Yongsan! Part of enjoying the holidays is ensuring we are healthy and safe. Please see the enclosed Garrison Enforcer (page 5). Winter safety starts with understanding how cold temperatures can increase the risk of accidents because of slippery roads. As road work comes to an end and schools approach winter break, please continue to drive slowly and observe speed limits at all times. For those of you utilizing unconventional forms of transportation, please be reminded of USFK Regulation on Motor Vehicle Traffic supervision, which also applies to scooters, or MOPEDs (pages 6-7). Kindly review the enclosed safety grams and make sure you and your choice of transportation at the garrison are compliant with the regulation. If you or your child skateboards, please be aware of the dangers associated with this activity. We have lost several Soldiers in the past year, and your vigilance will help to ensure no more accidents (page 8). Cyber Security is also very important. Beware of fraudulent websites requesting login information or actions. If you are a Netflix user, there is a phishing scheme that you should be aware of (page 9-10). November through December is benefits open season for federal employees (pages 11-12). If you plan to change your benefits selection, please do so before Dec. 11. Go to for more information. Native American Indian Heritage Month is almost over, but you can still help us celebrate this proud heritage at the observance Nov. 22, Main Post Club (page 13-15). Also, it s not too late to pick up an appreciation gift at ACS for Month of the Military Family (page 16). The schedule of fun runs for 2017 is coming to an end with only two more opportunities the 5K Jingle Bell Run Dec. 23, and the 5K Polar Bear Run Dec. 31 (page 17). Let your holiday spirit shine and join in the fitness fun. Army and Navy fans should get ready to root for their team at the American Flag Football Game Dec. 2, 11 a.m. (page 18). This annual tradition will take place on the MWR Field at Seoul American High School. For our Area II shoppers, please see the enclosed press release from the Main Post Exchange regarding Black Friday Hours (page 19). Officially kicking off the holiday festivities is the 2017 USAG Yongsan Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Monday, Dec. 4, 5:30 p.m., next to the South Post Fire Station (page 20). Even though Commiskey s CAC is closed, you can still bring the children to see Santa at Commiskeys and participate in the sweater contest. The Yongsan Library will host Christmas Story Hour with Col. and Mrs. J. Scott Peterson Dec. 5 (page 21). Refreshments will also be served. The Religious Services Office would like to let the community know of changes to the schedule of worship services in Area II during the holidays. Please see the attached for new times (page 22). The chapel will also host a holiday concert Dec. 10 at South Post Chapel (page 23). I would like to thank the retirees who made Retiree Appreciation Weekend such a success this year, and to all the Veterans who allowed us to recognize them at the event. We look forward to welcoming our extended Army family to many more celebrations to come. Yongsan Ready, Yongsan Strong. J. SCOTT PETERSON Colonel, U.S. Army Commanding 2

3 CRD Hot Topics HOT TOPICS 2017 Vol Nov Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run, 0800, CCFC 18 Nov Paint Ball Trip, , BOSS 30 Nov Keep Calm & Color On, , Yongsan Library 2 Dec ARMY vs NAVY Flag Football Game, , SAHS SIM Field 4 Dec 1730 Fire Station Park- Holiday Tree Lighting Program followed by Santa Program, AT Commiskey s CAC , & Best-Worst Sweater Contest, Adult/Youth, Male-Female BOD Hot Topics Main Post Club to make reservations: usarmy.yongsan.imcom-pacific.list.main-post-clubreservations@mail.mil Bowl for $2.00 between 1100 to 1300 Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Bowl 2 games and get 50% off any Hamburger combo meal at lunch 1100 to Spin To Win: Bowl (3) three games and spin the wheel to win a prize, Sun., Mon., Tues., and Sat. Wednesday & Friday Night Leagues runs to 30 Sep and new League starting 3rd Oct Yongsan Lanes Bowling Center Every Wednesday Gridiron Challenge III, , Main Post Club 17 Nov Prime Rib Night, , Main Post Club 23 Nov Thanksgiving Buffet, , Main Post Club 23 Nov Thanksgiving Special Bowling, , Yongsan Lanes 24 Nov Steak or Lobster Night, , Main Post Club ACS Hot Topics SHARP has moved to ASAP building now under DHR New Class: Daddy Boot Camp offered monthly Yongsan Playgroup: Playgroup on Pause for Summer Break. Playgroups will resume again in September 27 Nov Daddy Boot Camp, , ACS 29 Nov Newcomer s Orientation, , ACS 29 Nov Childbirth Class, , ACS CYSS Hot Topics Volunteer coaches are ALWAYS needed. Upcoming Fall sports season is looking for Soccer, Flag Football and Cheerleading coaches. Any interested volunteers should contact the YS office at DSN: /5567 or COMM: /5567 or via sean.g.keeney.naf@mail.mil or david.h.yim.naf@mail.mil Yongsan BOLTS Running Club meets on TUE & THU every week from at the Outdoor Track, located across the street from the Elementary School/Fire Station. Free for CYS registered youth ages Parental Supervision is required for youth ages & 25 Nov CYS Babysitter Training, SKIES 21 Nov Thanksgiving Luncheon, , CDC 22 Nov Family Game Night (Video & Board Games), , MST 24 Nov Adult vs Kids Basketball Tournament, , MST 24 Nov Thanksgiving Luncheon, , SAC 25 Nov CYS Babysitting CPR/First Aid Training, , Moyer ODR 3

4 Garrison Public Affairs Office HOT TOPICS Vol. 23 Continued... The Morning Calm Newspaper: The Morning Calm is a bi-weekly newspaper, bringing you U.S. Army news, features and information from around the Peninsula. To submit a story or photograph for publication consideration, call the managing editor at DSN Official Website: Visit and bookmark USAG-Yongsan s official website at where you ll find the latest news, photos, and lots of other community information. Also, visit and LIKE USAG Yongsan s official Facebook page at: #YongsanStrong. Mobile App Check out the garrison's mobile app to get the latest garrison news, information and social media updates in a single, easy to use location. The app is available for download to Android, IOS (Apple) and Amazon devices. It will be available for Blackberry devices soon. For all app stores, simply key in the keywords USAG-Yongsan. For more information, send an to: usagyongsanapp@gmail.com Platforms: **All Android devices **Apple IOS Devices (iphone, ipad,) Personal phones only; cannot be downloaded to a govern ment phone **available now to download Main Features: Website/Social Media Links Events (MWR, Seoul off post, Movie Schedule) Phone Numbers (Emergency, Hotlines,) Links to USFK pages (Road Conditions) Blue Book Off Limits Map through Google Maps Emergency Alerts Safety Message: Please see the latest annual report prepared by the WashPIRG Foundation ( ) which lists all toys that were recalled by the Consumer Protection Safety Commission ( in 2015 and

5 USAG Yongsan Crimes & ConsequenCes Don t let this be you! Winter safety Garrison Enforcer! CiVil GAtherinGs traffic ViolAtions For october 1-31, 2017 yongsan Do the right thing! #yongsandtrt 5

6 Yongsan Safety Gram October 2017 Electric Scooters Electric Scooters are the latest new thing in personal vehicular transportation. Inexpensive; Fast; Trendy; - All of these are great reasons to own one. However, with ownership comes responsibility. USFK 190-1, Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision Applies to EVERYONE and it defines these scooters officially as MOPEDs. Characteristics of MOPEDs: Any two or three wheel device having operative capability by: a. Human propulsion (or no pedals if powered solely by electrical energy). b. An automatic transmission. c. A motor that produces less than gross brake horsepower, and (1) Propels the device at a max speed of less than 30 mph, on level ground. (2) Max engine size - 49 cc Vehicles will not be operated on a sidewalk. As popularity grows, so will the variations we ll see, BE SAFE AND FOLLOW THE RULES! For more information contact the USAG Yongsan/Area II Safety Office at 738-SAFE (7233). 6

7 Yongsan Safety Gram November 2017 전기스쿠터 전기스쿠터는개인교통수단에서가장최근의새로운것중의하나입니다. 저렴성 ; 신속함 ; 유행 ; 모든것을소유할수있는훌륭한이유입니다. 그러나소유권에는책임이따릅니다. 주한미군규정 190-1, 자동차교통통제는모두에게적용되며또한전기스쿠터를공식적으로모페드로정의합니다. 모페드의특성 : 아래와같은기능에의해가동이되는 2 개또는 3 개의바퀴가있는장치 : a. 인간추진기능 ( 또는패달없이전기에너지만으로구동되는경우 ). b. 자동변속기. c. 총브레이크마력이하를생산하는경우, 그리고 (1) 수평면에서 30MPH 이하의속도로나가는경우. (2) 최대엔진크기 49 cc 인도에서차량을운행하지마십시요. 전기스쿠터의인기가커질수록우리가볼수있는변화들도많아질것입니다. 항상안전에유의하고규칙을지키십시요! 자세한내용은미육군용산기지및 2 지역안전과에문의하시기바랍니다. 영내 738-SAFE (7233) 7

8 Skateboarding Mishap Claims One Soldier s Life A Captain assigned to Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, died in a skateboarding mishap 30 October 2017 at 0037 local while TDY in Daegu, Republic of Korea. The Soldier was reportedly crossing an intersection on an electric skateboard when he ran into a traffic cone, fell onto the street and was struck by a passing vehicle. The Soldier was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. PLRs provide leaders with awareness of Army loss and highlight potential trends that affect combat readiness. Our Army depends on you to use these PLRs to help Soldiers understand the impact of decisions made on and off duty. Additional U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center resources can be found on the USACRC website at

9 Cyber Security Service Provider Cyber Threat Awareness Message CTAM (U) SUBJECT: Joint Service Provider (JSP) Cyber Threat Awareness Message (U) PURPOSE: The intent of this warning is to provide situational awareness to JSP and its subscribers of malicious s that could impact DoDIN users. (U) SUMMARY: A phishing scam targeting millions of Netflix users is spreading across the internet this week. (U) NETFLIX SCAM TARGETING 110 MILLION IS SPREADING (U) A phishing scam targeting millions of Netflix users is spreading across the internet this week directing customers to update the financial details of their accounts. The subject line is "Your suspension notification," and the body of the informs victims that their accounts have been suspended due to a billing issue. The directs recipients to click a link that redirects to a fake Netflix landing page. The fake landing page directs victims to input their user information and billing details in an effort to harvest credentials. (U) Figure 1: Copy of Netflix Phishing . 9

10 Cyber Security Service Provider Cyber Threat Awareness Message CTAM (U) COUNTERMEASURES (U) Figure 2: Malicious Landing Page Do not use your work to subscribe to commercial mailing lists. Exercise caution when accessing personal web mail from your work environment. Verify the sender s address from a trusted source Do not click on embedded hyperlinks in messages 10

11 Newsflash Benefit Changes Thrift Savings Plan Announces New Dollar Amount The elective deferral limit will increase by $500 from $18,000 to $18,500 in The increase applies to the combination of both pretax and after-tax Roth plans. The limit applies to personal investments and not agency contributions. Regular investments continue year to year unless changed. To take advantage of the higher limit, employees will have to make a new payroll withholding election in Catch up contributions are permitted for participants age 50 and older, including those turning 50 during the year. Catch-up contributions are separate from the elective deferral limit and the annual limit imposed on regular employee contributions. The maximum catch up limit will remain unchanged at $6,000. Additional TSP information can be found at Flexible Spending Account Increases Its Dollar Amount The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced an increase of $50 from $2,600 to $2,650 for the annual employee pre-tax contributions allowed under both the Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HCFSA) and Limited Expense Health Flexible Spending Account (LEXFSA). This change does not apply to the annual maximum for Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, which remains at $5,000. The increase for the HCFSA and LEXFSA is effective for plans beginning on or after January 1, Unfortunately, Open Season materials and brochures reflect the current limit of $2,600 and cannot be updated. If there are any question, the updated limits are currently posted on the website, Questions? Contact: dodhra.mc-alex.dcpas.mbx.benefitscontacts@mail.mil 11

12 Newsflash Federal Benefits Open Season November 13 th December 11 th It s that time of year again to evaluate your current benefits enrollment plans for: Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB), Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance (FEDVIP), Federal Flexible Spending Account (FSAFEDS). FEHB & FEDVIP - Current enrollments will continue automatically unless you change your current plan. FSAFEDS Current enrollments will not continue automatically; you must re-enroll in the program during this open season period. Significant FEHB Changes Requiring Employee Action Six plans will be terminating FEHB participation: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (HMO), New Mexico Blue HMO Preferred, Paramount Health Care (OH), Aetna Whole Health (TX, VA, WI), United Healthcare Benefits of Texas, Inc., and Innovation Health Plan (VA) Aetna Open Access will be reducing service areas in all of Washington state and terminating enrollment codes (C31, C33, and C32) Note: Employees will automatically be enrolled in the GEHA Standard Option plan (the lowest-cost nationwide plan) if they fail to take action. Open Season enrollment changes must be made before midnight, Eastern Standard Time, on the last day of Open Season. Changes will be effective the first day of the first full pay period in January of 2018 (for most employees it will be January 7, 2018). Questions? Contact: dodhra.mc-alex.dcpas.mbx.benefitscontacts@mail.mil 12

13 FACTS November is National American Indian Heritage Month, honoring American Indians and Alaska Natives. The Society of American Indian Government Employees has selected Standing Together as the 2017 theme. At the turn of the century, efforts began to implement a day of recognition for Native Americans contributions to America. Dr. Arthur C. Parker, a Seneca Indian was one of the early champions of an American Indian Day. In the early 1900s, he persuaded the Boy Scouts of America to set aside a day to honor the first Americans. In 1914, Red Fox James, a Blackfoot Indian, rode on horseback from state to state, seeking support for a day to honor American Indians. On December 14, 1915, he presented the endorsements of 24 state governments to the White House. Despite his efforts, there is no record of a national day being proclaimed. Also in 1915, the Congress of the American Indian Association approved a formal plan to celebrate American Indian Day. Reverend Sherman Coolidge, an Arapaho tribal member, asked the country to formally set aside a day of recognition. In 1924, Congress enacted the Indian Citizenship Act, but took no action to establish a National American Indian Day. In 1990, a joint resolution was approved designating November as National American Indian Heritage Month. Since 1994, similar proclamations have been issued, under variants on the name to include Native American Heritage Month and National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. Currently, there are 567 federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native tribes and more than 100 state-recognized tribes across the United States. Each have their own distinctive history, beliefs, governance structure and culture. Sovereignty is the right of a nation or group of people to be self-governing and is the most fundamental concept that defines the relationship between the United States government and American Indian tribal governments. American Indians and Alaska Natives are U.S. citizens and citizens of their tribes. They are subject to federal laws, but they are not always subject to state laws. The Department of Defense along with the rest of our nation, celebrate the first people to live on the land we all value. American Indians and Alaska Natives have bravely defended and shaped our country s character and our cultural heritage. American Indian and Alaskan Native patriots continue to build legacies of freedom and diversity. 13

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15 THE UNITED STATES ARMY GARRISON-YONGSAN PRESENTS THE AREA I 2017 NATIONAL AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE MONTH OBSERVANCE STANDING TOGETHER MAIN POST CLUB 22 NOVEMBER GUEST SPEAKER For More Information Contact SFC Tiffany V. Bjorklund USAG Yongsan Equal Opportunity Advisor or DSN STAFF SERGEANT SERENA S. OCCHINO TEAM LEADER 4 TH CBRN COMPANY 15

16 Military Family Appreciation Month Contact ACS to sign up at DSN: / CIV: :30 and November 3rd November 17th November 24th Military Family Appreciation Month is observed every November to recognize and honor Army families for their contributions and scarifies. FAMILIES ARE THE FORCE BEHIND THE FORCE. ACS would like to show a small token of our appreciation for all you do. We will have giveaways on the Fridays listed above. Please stop by so we can say Thank You. 16

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19 Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs NEWS RELEASE: November 10, 2017 EXCHANGE MEDIA CONTACT: Kyuwon Yo Yongsan Exchange Delivers Eight Days of Holiday Savings This November U.S. ARMY GARRISON YONGSAN Yongsan shoppers can save on the season s hottest electronics, housewares and apparel from the comfort of their own homes starting at 3 p.m. Japan Standard Time at ShopMyExchange.com. The savings will continue starting at 3 p.m. Japan Standard Time on Black Friday at ShopMyExchange.com. Soldiers and families at Yongsan can shop Black Friday deals in person beginning at 7 a.m. at the Yongsan Main Exchange. We can t wait for the Yongsan community to see these door-busting deals, said Ann Yi, Exchange General Manager. Our team is ready to help the best customers in the world save on the holiday season s most in-demand gift items. On Nov. 25, the Yongsan Main Exchange will open at its usual time of 10 a.m. for a special Saturday sale event, with deals also available at ShopMyExchange.com. More online and instore savings will follow Nov. 26 through 30. Shoppers can get a sneak peek at sale items and pricing starting Nov. 17 by logging on to ShopMyExchange.com, downloading the Exchange EXTRA app or picking up the Black Friday sale flyer at their local Exchange. The Yongsan Main Exchange will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call the Yongsan Main Exchange at DSN The Army & Air Force Exchange Service goes where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives through goods and services provided. Exchange earnings provide dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs. The Exchange is part of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors, responsible to the Secretaries of the Army and Air Force through the Chiefs of Staff. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our Web site at or follow us on Twitter at Media Notes: ### For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Kyuwon Yo, DSN or yok@aafes.com. Follow the Exchange: Facebook: Twitter: 19

20 2017 USAG YONGSAN Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Monday, 4 December 1730 Next to the South Post Fire Station Santa Claus will be at Commiskey s Community Activities Center! Photo with Santa Free Hot Cocoa Coffee Cookies Holiday Sweater Contest For more information, call / or go to the USAG Yongsan, FMWR Facebook page. Sponsored by: Sponsors are not endorsed or have any affiliation with DOD or USAGY FAMILY and MWR. 20

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22 RSO US Army Garrison Yongsan/Area II 2017 Holiday Worship Services & Programs Catholic Date/Time Location Thanksgiving Day Mass 23 Nov 17 / 1000 Memorial Chapel Advent Wreath Workshop & Thanksgiving Luncheon 03 Dec 17 / SAHS Cafeteria Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Mass 08 Dec 17 / 1145&1730 Memorial Chapel Advent Penitential Service 18 Dec 17 / 1700 Memorial Chapel Christmas Eve Mass 24 Dec 17 / 1700 Memorial Chapel Christmas Day Mass 25 Dec 17 / 1000 Memorial Chapel Feast of the Holy Family Mass 31 Dec 17 / 0900 Memorial Chapel Solemnity of the Mother of God Day Mass 01 Jan 18 / 1000 Memorial Chapel Jewish Hanukkah Celebration 12 Dec 17 / South Post Chapel Protestant Retiree Appreciation Prayer Breakfast 18 Nov 17 / Naija Ballroom, DHL Thanksgiving Service 19 Nov 17 / st CSH Chapel Thanksgiving Service/Potluck Fellowship 19 Nov 17 / K-16 Chapel Area II Chapels Combined Holiday Concert 10 Dec 17 / South Post Chapel Christmas Services ROCK Contemporary 24 Dec 17 / South Post Chapel Cornerstone South Post Chapel Gospel South Post Chapel Traditional st CSH Chapel Contemporary K-16 Chapel Community Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 24 Dec 17 / South Post Chapel Watchnight Service (Gospel) 31 Dec 17 / South Post Chapel Enjoy A Beautiful and Meaningful Holiday Season! FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL THE RELIGIOUS SUPPORT OFFICE

23 Sunday, 10 December 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. South Post Chapel Childcare Provided! Hot Chocolate and cookies after the Concert 23