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March 27, 2020
Commentary: Employee Assistance Program is here to help
COLUMBUS, Ohio — These are strange times we find ourselves in. As the world grapples with coronavirus, it’s an especially stressful time for all and many are asking questions about what’s next.
San Joaquin’s Ybarra named South San Joaquin County Firefighter of the Year
TRACY, Calif. — Firefighter Capt. Gilbert Ybarra from Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management San Joaquin, California received the top honor at a community recognition dinner Feb. 29.
March 26, 2020
Process improvement pilot program helps keep employees on their feet
PHILADELPHIA — A Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Continuous Process Improvement pilot program resulted in 700 employees receiving sit-to-stand desks at lower costs and faster delivery.
Ideas exchanged at DLA Disposition Services Mid-America Leadership Summit
Red River Army Depot, Texas — DLA Disposition Services Area Manager Barbara Roberts delivers remarks on the Fort Hood site during the March Mid-America Leadership Summit held at Red River Army Depot, Texas.Each area within Mid-America had a leader review how they were performing and plans they had for the future. Issues discussed during the review ranged from safety to
March 25, 2020
DOD Establishes Task Force to Meet U.S. Medical Equipment Needs
Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Defense Department website — The Defense Department has established a task force to deal with daily requests it is receiving for medical and personal protective equipment from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the departments of Health and Human Services and Homeland Security, and others.
DSCR Visitor Center moves to appointment only for CAC, retiree, dependent ID cards
Richmond, Va. — Due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic and guidance regarding social distancing, the Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, Visitor Center will begin issuing common access cards, retiree and military dependent identification cards by appointment only effective March 26.
Disposal specialist aids Italy’s pandemic fight
Battle Creek, Mich. — A longtime agency veteran is coordinating civil protection volunteers in Sicily.
Agency provides wellness resources during pandemic
Fort Belvoir, Virginia — As the coronavirus disease spreads, many DLA employees are anxious and uncertain about the future. DLA's EAP staff provides resources for employees and their families to help manage stress.
March 24, 2020
MILTECHs keep 88th Readiness Division running
FORT McCOY, Wis. — Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the U.S. Army Reserve website — The saying goes, “an Army marches on its stomach.” For the U.S. Army Reserve’s 88th Readiness Division, it could not function (or march) without the roles filled through the dual status military technician program.
Tornado Safety emphasized in March
Richmond, Va. — As spring approaches, so does changes in weather. One weather event you need to make a plan of action for is Tornados! According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association’s National Climate Data Center, the Commonwealth of Virginia has an average of 18-20 tornado events per year. The season usually starts in April and ends in November.