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No one’s been fired over lousy barracks conditions! One word...Unacceptable!! Every single leader of service members no matter what service you are in should be ashamed at this...from the top to the bottom. What has happened to our military when barracks and housing are not inspected? What has happened to our military when a problem like black mold is surfaced and then cast aside? Who is it that allows for that kind of behavior? My opinion...two things: 1) Chain of Command neglect. 2) A command environment that just doesn't care. Someone please correct me! A foundational fundamental to being a leader in our military....take care of your service members!! If that is too hard to do, find another occupation. #veterans #veteranshelpingveterans #veteransupport #veteran #veteranstrong #vetlanta #beallyoucanbe #army #navy #airforce #marines

The United States Marine Corps' Barracks 2030 initiative is underway, with preliminary results indicating that 83% of buildings are in good condition. However, concerns have been raised by Congress about the low level of new construction and maintenance backlogs affecting the quality of life for Marines. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz highlighted a report revealing housing problems, including mold, dysfunctional plumbing, and inadequate heating and cooling. To tackle these issues, the Marines have allocated $274 million in the current budget and added $65 million to their "unfunded priorities list." However, these amounts fall short of the funding needed to bring the barracks up to a "good/fair" condition. Rep. Sanford Bishop Jr. emphasized the $15.8 billion maintenance backlog and the requirement of $1.5 billion annually for barracks maintenance. Despite these challenges, the Marines are committed to improving housing conditions while investing in new weapons and platforms. Commandant Gen. Eric Smith highlighted ongoing renovations and funding requests for barracks restoration and modernization. Additionally, the Marines plan to implement civilian management of military housing, allowing Marine noncommissioned officers to return to their primary military roles. Let's hope that these efforts will lead to a significant improvement in the quality of life for our Marines. #Marines #BarracksFixes #Construction #CongressScrutiny #QualityOfLife #MilitaryHousing #MaintenanceBacklog #Restoration #Modernization #FundingPriorities #MilitaryInfrastructure #MilitaryUpdates

Marines should not be living in spaces like these. You will hear thousands of excuses about why this happened. The lack of resources in the budget devoted to infrastructure, the fact that the Marine Corps ALWAYS asks for MILCON/ FiSRM dollars based on what it thinks it can get and not for what is required so the problem is now enormous. However, I’m looking at leadership! How long was this issue known, who admired the problem and failed to take action? How often was leadership in these spaces? Marine Corps leadership is a full contact sport! You need to ALWAYS be with your Marines, observing how they live, work, train and socially interact with one another. If you can’t take care of mold then you need to look in the mirror. Fix it or shut it down. Draw attention to he problem that is above your ability to organically fix by taking aggressive action - like getting the MLG to set up a field shower tent in the quad or billeting Marines under canvass! Do that and people will take notice and you will gain the attention you need to fix the problem, but don’t accept substand support from the Insititution. S a leader you either fix the problem nd prove to your Marines that you can take care of them or YOU ARE THE PROBLEM!

🚧🛠️ The aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collapse has entered a critical phase. The Unified Command, which includes the U.S. Coast Guard, US Army Corps of Engineers, and other key agencies, is undertaking the challenging task of clearing the debris from the M/V Dali, the cargo ship impacted in the incident. The goal is to access and clear the part of the Francis Scott Key Bridge that collapsed onto the ship. 🔗 Read more about the incident and ongoing efforts at ABC News: https://lnkd.in/eXUs6ErG 🧐 Our Perspective: This should motivate a comprehensive review and enhancement of infrastructure health across the nation. For those of us in logistics, it’s a reminder: our efficiency depends on the strength and reliability of every part of our infrastructure network. This event could be the push we need to shift our focus, prioritizing infrastructure integrity and safety in national logistics planning. #logisticsmanagement #infrastructuresafety #supplychainresilience #baltimorebridgecollapse #industryresponse

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While the General is not wrong, there is more context to consider. At Camp Lejeune in 2015, I was in 2DLAR, and was moved from C Company to the S-2 shop to prepare me for separation from the USMC. I worked with a former MARSOC SSgt. and we ran Facilities for a few months. Now, I'm not a mycologist, but I was tasked with eliminating mold in a barracks. The scenario: A company of Marines was deployed on a MEU, and the air conditioning in their barracks went out. This was summer in North Carolina, so it was a big problem. We had to assemble a group of 20 Marines to clean each room by scrubbing the floors, walls, inside cabinets, under beds, and throw out all of the bedding. Could this have been prevented? Possibly. Better leadership and initiative could have presented a scenario in which the barracks of deployed Marines were checked more than once a week. At the same time, I cleaned mold almost daily in my own rooms I lived in across my time in the Corps. It was a constant fight. After even just a 5-10 field opp, the mold gets a good foothold. The real issue though? Dilapidated, old, and broken barracks that have been left to crumble as the military points its procurement dollars to other uses. Retention requires good housing. Recruiting requires good housing. Good order and discipline, and pride, require good housing. Don't believe me? Ask your soldiers. Don't know how to ask them in a way that is data-driven, anonymous, and reliable? Let's chat.

As I read this WSJ article, I can't help but think of Senator Barkley's accidental disclosure of sensitive information. In the annals of history, Senator Alben W. Barkley's inadvertent disclosure during World War II serves as a profound lesson in the stewardship of strategic assets. Representing Kentucky, Barkley, through a public communication misstep, revealed the superior diving capabilities of American submarines over Japanese torpedoes, inadvertently exposing a crucial advantage in the naval arms race. This episode not only underscores the fragility of strategic advantages but also the paramount importance of safeguarding sensitive information. Barkley's narrative is more than just a cautionary tale; it's a stark reminder of the delicate balance between transparency and operational security, especially concerning national security assets. The revelation brought to light the complexities and potential repercussions of handling classified information, demonstrating how easily strategic advantages can be compromised. This incident, while rooted in a bygone era, remains ever relevant, offering invaluable insights into the stewardship of strategic assets. It compels us to consider the broader implications of information security and the collective responsibility to protect the nation's competitive edges. Barkley's story is a testament to the enduring significance of vigilance, discretion, and the judicious management of information that underpins the safety and efficacy of strategic national assets. #StrategicAssets #InformationSecurity #NationalSecurity #HistoricalInsights #LeadershipLessons #OperationalSecurity https://lnkd.in/gK2EjKiY

#News 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱   🔰 The U.S. Corps of Engineers announced, in a written statement, a tentative timeline for the restoration for safe navigation in and out of the Port of Baltimore. The Port of Baltimore should reopen, with limited access, by the end of April and completely reopen to shipping by the end of May. ▪ The Corps said the channel would support one-way traffic in and out of the Port of Baltimore for barge container service and some roll-on/roll-off vessels that move automobiles and farm equipment to and from the port. USACE expects to open a limited access channel 280 feet wide and 35 feet deep, to the Port of Baltimore by the end of April. ▪ USACE engineers are aiming to reopen the permanent, 700-foot-wide by 50-foot-deep federal navigation Fort McHenry Channel by the end of May, restoring port access to normal capacity. Source: WTTC Baltimore ------------ 3W Logistics Co., Ltd - We here serve to you #3WLogistics #logisticsnews #portofbaltimore #keybridge

How will Florida’s wetlands permitting dispute impact your next project? The legal battle between Florida and the federal government over wetlands permitting authority could have significant implications for construction projects across the state. With the Biden administration still deciding whether to appeal a recent court ruling, uncertainty looms. The U.S. District Court vacated Florida's authority in permitting decisions, potentially shifting control back to federal agencies like the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This could mean longer timelines and more complex approval processes for developers. Staying informed and prepared is crucial as this case unfolds. Developers and property owners need to understand how these legal decisions might affect their projects and timelines. Let's navigate this intricate landscape together. #FloridaRealEstate #WetlandsPermitting #Construction #Regulations #ProjectPlanning #RealEstateDevelopment