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Dec. 31, 2022

DLA surplus helps vets

Hundreds of annual "stand down" events feature free military surplus property from DLA and link homeless and at-risk veterans with resources to improve their lives.

Dec. 28, 2022

Another strong year for Disposition Services Command Support team

The Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services command team has completed another year of supporting the organization’s directorates and strong partnerships. The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response, Equal Employment Opportunity and Public Affairs offices provide their expertise to the workforce to enhance the work environment by offering crucial training and support, as well as creating a voice for the agency through strategic communication efforts.

Dec. 25, 2022

Disposition Services says farewell to key leader

After about 37 years of federal service, Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services Business Support Director Mark Aicher was honored for his years of selfless service and commitment to the warfighter, during his retirement ceremony Dec. 16 at the Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center, Battle Creek, Michigan.

Dec. 21, 2022

PaCE Spotlight: Don Zimmerman

Don Zimmerman participated in the Pathways to Career Excellence Program from 1989 to 1990 when it was the Corporate Intern Program. Currently, he is a program manager in the Development Branch at DLA Disposition Services and manages the Training and Operations Simulation Center located at the Battle Creek Air National Guard Base in Michigan.

Dec. 20, 2022

Battle Creek MWR host Children’s Holiday Party

Battle Creek Morale, Welfare and Recreation hosted the annual Children’s Holiday Party Dec. 10 at the Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Dec. 20, 2022

Big impact from small department sets DLA Disposition Service up for success

Resource Management is one of the smaller departments within DLA Disposition Services but their impact on the day-to-day operations is felt by employees and customers alike.

Dec. 19, 2022

An Annual Update to DLA Disposition Services Strategic Plan

DLA Disposition Services has recently accomplished several lines of effort in its Strategic Plan. Learn about these achievements and how DLA Disposition Services will modernize in the coming year.

Dec. 19, 2022

Texas FD fights “dirty” with repurposed military trucks from DLA

Pineland Fire Chief Joseph Lane said former military rigs aren’t the prettiest trucks in his fleet, but when push comes to shove, they get the job done.

Dec. 17, 2022

Disposition Services employee honors heritage during Native American Heritage Month

Last month, the United States celebrated and recognized the contributions and culture of American Indians through National Native American Heritage Month. The observance is significant to Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services Training Coordinator Patricia Komondy, who has a deep relationship with her Indigenous heritage.

Dec. 15, 2022

Another strong year for Disposition Services’ Business Support Directorate

The main mission of Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services’ Business Support Directorate is to support the functionality of other areas and provide ancillary support to business functions within the agency.

Dec. 13, 2022

Modernization paves the way for a successful year

A reflection on the Disposition Services South East team's year of accomplishments and improvements across the region

Dec. 12, 2022

HDIFC employees spread holiday cheer for 36 years

For 36 years, Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center employees have partnered with the local Salvation Army to sponsor families through their Adopt-a-Family program. The program supports families who have experienced a financial, emotional or physical crisis and pairs them with a sponsor who will gift them items like new clothing, toys, household supplies, and food.

Dec. 8, 2022

Disposition Services leadership serves holiday spirit to workforce

After a two-year hiatus, Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services employees gathered at the Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center in Battle Creek, Michigan, to enjoy a holiday breakfast made by the leadership team.

Dec. 7, 2022

DLA surplus helping lower vet homelessness rates

Veteran homelessness has been around a long time in the U.S. But rates are falling dramatically in the past two decades, and veterans stand downs offering free former military clothing and gear for attendees have been a vital part of that positive trajectory.

Dec. 6, 2022

PaCE Spotlight: Marci Gardner

Marci Gardner is currently a property disposal specialist at Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services in Anniston, Alabama, and participated in the Pathways to Career Excellence Program in 1989, when the program was known as the Corporate Intern Program.