Scott AFB Retiree Activities Program - Scott AFB 'RAO Library'

16 Pages·2007·2.15 MB·English

by  Bill & Jeanne

Scott AFB Retiree
Activities Program
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Summer – Fall 2007
375th Airlift Wing
Air Mobility Command
Scott AFB Illinois
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A Message From the Director. . . .
Dear Military Retirees, Spouses, Widows, Widowers and Family Members,
In our continuing efforts to provide you the best possible products, timely and
important information, and high-quality advisory service and customer assistance, we
are pleased to present this specially developed and designed commemorative
publication that underscores our fundamental beliefs and commitment to you.
It states what the Air Force Retiree Activities Program was established to do
and how it works here at the greater Scott AFB and surrounding community. It
outlines the critical and essential support provided by the installation commander and
various base activities and programs. It also states the authority for program
implementation and provides key contact information for the Scott AFB Retiree
Activities Office, its satellites, other servicing retiree activities offices and our sister
services.
This publication documents our vision and mission statements and
underscores the importance of volunteerism that drives the program and its success.
It outlines our core values, program responsibilities and reporting requirements. It
contains the Air Force Chief of Staff’s excerpt of remarks commemorating the 60th
Anniversary of our Air Force, marks the 90th Anniversary of Scott AFB and 40th
Anniversary of the Office of the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force.
It also contains the newly created “Airman’s Creed” to replace all various
specialized creeds used in the past and focuses on the core of what an Airman believes.
It reflects the elements of “warrior, heritage, honor and valor” and stresses that now
more than ever we need each and every Airman to be combat-ready.
In closing, may we add that comments, suggestions and recommendations
from you on how we can better serve you would be greatly appreciated. Your input is
absolutely vital to the continued success of this program. It is also a great way to stay
involved, keep us unified and our military strong.
On behalf of our installation commander and the entire volunteer retiree staff
of the Scott AFB Retiree Activities Office, thank you for your continued support of
this program and your service to our great Nation.
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What is the Scott AFB Retiree Activities Program?
This special program was formally established by the United States Air Force in 1975
to serve as a focal point for the retiree community in its relationship with military
installations. It is the base level component of the Air Force Retiree Council. It
functions to serve all military retirees, spouses, widows, widowers and their families. The
program is designed to promote, support, advance, and unify the military retired and
active duty communities. It was formally established at Scott AFB in January 1979. The
Scott AFB Retiree Activities Program proactively serves to remind the local population
and surrounding community that their service is not forgotten and that it remains
dedicated to serving them and their families.
How does the Scott AFB Retiree Activities Program work?
The Scott AFB Retiree Activities Office (RAO) and its Satellite Retiree Activities Offices
(SRAO) are the implementation focal points of the program. The SRAOs include
Chanute/Rantoul, O’Hare/Arlington, and the Air National Guard Base at Jefferson
Barracks, Missouri. The Lambert RAO located in St. Louis, Missouri works in
partnership with the Scott AFB RAO. The Scott AFB RAO is not separately budgeted.
Its management, function and various activities and operations are carried out through
retiree volunteers. Its success depends not only on the superior leadership, skills, great
experience and commitment of unpaid staff volunteers, but on the support of the
installation commander. Since its inception, the Scott AFB RAO has experienced
outstanding support, service and assistance by past installation commanders and it
continues to this day.
PRESCRIBING AUTHORITY
AF POLICY DIRECTIVE 36-31 & AF INSTRUCTION 36-3106
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THE SCOTT AFB RETIREE ACTIVITIES OFFICE
VISION
A qualitative life for military retirees, spouses, widows, widowers
and their families. Support, advance, and unify the military retired and active
duty communities through positive volunteerism. Remind the retiree community
that their service is not forgotten and that we remain dedicated and
united to serve them and their families.
MISSION
Assist retirees and family members of all branches of the uniformed
services. Services include information, counseling and referrals on retiree
benefits, casualty assistance, TRICARE information and assistance entitlements,
programs, on-base functions and base facilities. Serve as liaison between base
functions and over 22,000 military retirees living in the greater Scott AFB and
surrounding community encompassing Southern Illinois and portions
of the states of Missouri, Indiana, and Kentucky.
VOLUNTEERISM
Volunteerism is important in the military. Without it, many of our quality of
life programs and community service activities wouldn’t exist. Without volunteers
the Scott AFB RAO would not be here to serve you. A retiree or spouse, comes
equipped with superior skills, great experience and an extra dose of grit! Your
help is always needed. As a volunteer, you can set your own terms, spend as
much or little time as you wish. If you have a vacation trip planned, someone
else can carry on while you’ve gone. The more hands we have, the easier it will
be for everyone. So regardless of how much time you can give, it’s a great way
to stay involved. Being involved at some level with our community in promoting
our military and their families, and being a “positive influencer” for them and our
Nation is a great way to still serve. It keeps us unified and our military strong.
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CORE VALUES
COUNTRY & MISSION
We believe in our COUNTRY and MISSION, and hold a strong commitment to our cause
and our military community. We hold that Duty, Honor, Country is a belief we highly
value and live.
LEADERSHIP
We believe in LEADERSHIP that actively serves military retirees, spouses, widows and
widowers and supports and shapes policy that advances and unifies the retired and
active military communities.
INTEGRITY
We believe in INTEGRITY, where adherence to moral and ethical principles are
paramount, and that all people, regardless of position, internal and external are treated
honestly, dependably, responsibly and with fairness.
TEAMWORK
We believe in TEAMWORK through working together and supporting one another,
appreciating everyone for their service, differences, individual talents and abilities, by
exemplifying respect and sensitivity among all base organization members and
volunteers.
EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE
We believe in EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE, and strive for excellence, loyalty and quality in
all we do and in every relationship. We value all people and treat them with dignity and
sensitivity, appreciation and compassion.
STEWARDSHIP
We believe in STEWARDSHIP in the use of all resources--entrusted, donated or earned,
financial and human.
INNOVATION & VISION
We believe that INNOVATION and VISION are essential to our future and success. We
value creativity and encourage new ideas that advance and enhance services and
effective program management.
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THE SCOTT AFB INSTALLATION COMMANDER
(375 AW/CC)
Appoints the RAO/SRAO director and the installation vice commander (375 AW/CV) as
the installation RAO/SRAO coordinator. The installation coordinator maintains regular
contact with the director and provides liaison between the active duty staff and the
director. In summary, the installation commander:
(cid:1) Furnishes necessary support for the RAO/SRAO activities to include appropriate
facilities, administrative assistance, office equipment, and funding.
(cid:1) Appoints retirees as members of base-level advisory councils (commissary,
exchange, clubs, etc.) on the recommendation of the RAO director.
(cid:1) Ensures RAO director submits one nomination for Volunteer of Year recognition
and hosts an annual Retiree Appreciation Day (RAD) or retiree seminar.
(cid:1) Ensures Air Force Retiree Council member depending on the base for support
receives adequate financial and administrative assistance to support the Council
member’s mission.
(cid:1) Ensures retirees receive the same respect and courtesy shown to active duty
members by informing active duty members that retirees will be addressed by their
retired grade to include the retiree’s grade on all official records.
(cid:1) Ensures that retirees are addressed by their retired grade in official
correspondence. Periodically forward and provide guidance to units and
organization about continuing to show military respect to retirees.
(cid:1) Utilizes volunteer assistance from the RAO/SRAO in the event of national
emergency IAW the Air Force Emergency Action Book (EAB) which suspends the
RAO/SRAO function.
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THE SCOTT AFB RETIREE ACTIVITIES OFFICE DIRECTOR
(375 AW/CVR)
(cid:1) Supports the installation commander and directs and manages the RAO.
(cid:1) Publishes a local retiree newsletter. Uses local information and information
furnished by HQ AFPC/DPPT and other official sources that affect or is of general
interest to the local retiree community.
(cid:1) Ensures the newsletter meets Air Force minimum requirements governing
published material by coordinating with the Public Affairs Officer and Staff Judge
Advocate.
(cid:1) Maintains a file or library of pertinent information including, but not limited to AFI 36-
3106, copies of past issues of the Afterburner, News for USAF Retired Personnel,
and the quarterly information letter disseminated by HQ AFPC/DPPT.
(cid:1) Solicits volunteers to work in the RAO and to participate in other programs
supported by the Retiree Activities Program. Submits one RAO/SRAO volunteer to
the installation commander as volunteer of the year.
(cid:1) Maintains and reports fundamental RAO/SRAO statistics to HQ AFPC/DPPT each
year for annual report. Ensures publishing expenses are submitted to the
installation commander in the annual budget process.
THE SCOTT AFB INSTALLATION PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE
(375 AW/PA)
(cid:1) Advises and assists on all retiree-related public affairs matters. Reviews RAO
newsletter before publication and publicizes retiree activities.
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The U.S. Air Force: 'our mission is to fly and fight‘
Air Force Chief of Staff General T. Michael Moseley
Excerpt of remarks to the Air Force Association Air Warfare
Symposium, Orlando, Fla., Feb. 8, 2007
“So let me begin and make one thing perfectly clear: the mission of the United
States Air Force is to fly and fight, and let's not forget this. We fly, fight, and
win through air, space, and now cyberspace. This year we're commemorating
our 60th anniversary as a service and over the course of the year we'll
celebrate an incredibly rich heritage. And don't ever forget that the United
States Air Force was born in combat. As an example, on the night of Feb. 9,
1944, 63 years ago tomorrow, the Army Air Force launched 250 bombers and
fighters, one of the largest strike packages assembled at that time to operate
from allied bases in the Solomon (Islands) to raid and destroy Japanese
positions and facilities on Rabaul in New Britain. This will-fighting ethos so
firmly established by the Airmen of the past century is alive and well today.”
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