Oct. 17, 2013 Greening Tinker: New lighting in industrial areas saves money, energy Tinker's energy personnel are constantly on a quest to reduce energy usage while maintaining production rates. Most recently, they realized if they changed the lighting used on the industrial floors in Bldgs. 3001 and 9001, they could figuratively hit two birds with one stone. So far, they've
Oct. 11, 2013 CFC suspended as shutdown continues As a result of the government shutdown, the Department of Defense has indefinitely suspended the Combined Federal Campaign.The campaign was slated to start its official solicitation period Sept. 1 and run through Dec. 15.According to a memorandum released Oct. 9, CFC campaign activities are not
Oct. 9, 2013 Communication key in protecting security clearance during financial hardships As the government shutdown continues, Air Force leadership wants their civilian workforce to communicate well and as often as possible if financial challenges arise -- something that could impact one's security clearance. With such a large number of civilians possessing security clearances,
Oct. 9, 2013 AF releases furlough-related pay information Air Force officials released Oct. 8, the following furlough-related questions and answers to aid service civilians with processing time and attendance. This information was coordinated with manpower and personnel, financial management, and general counsel office experts. Q. What status do the
Oct. 8, 2013 AFMC officials share civilian pay update after shutdown Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command Financial Management officials outlined Oct. 8 the pay and entitlement discrepancies civilian employees should anticipate on upcoming paychecks due to the recent government shutdown.The following listing distinguishes civilian categories and what employees
Oct. 8, 2013 Government Shutdown FAQ Government Shutdown Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)Q. Will the military be paid? Will civilians receive back pay?A. The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) released the following statement: "We are aware the President has signed the Pay Our Military Act. We are awaiting further guidance
Oct. 7, 2013 Most AF civilians to return to work In accordance with a memo Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel released Oct. 5, the Air Force will recall most of the nearly 104,000 Air Force civilian Airmen placed on emergency furlough due to government shutdown. However, a significant number will not yet be able to return.In his memo, Hagel stated that
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Sept. 27, 2013 DOD continues prudent planning for government shutdown DOD officials believe a government shutdown will not occur when current spending authority expires Sept. 30, 2013, but continue prudent planning in case it does.Deputy Defense Secretary Ash Carter released a memo Sept. 27 entitled 'Guidance for Continuation of Operations in the Absence of Available
Sept. 27, 2013 DOD spells out closure contingency plan guidance DOD officials issued guidance to the force Sept. 27, 2013, in the event appropriations lapse Oct. 1 and a government shutdown results.Officials emphasize they still hope Congress can avoid that but say it is prudent to take such steps.The eight-page document gives basic guidance to commanders and