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    Community partners with SAFB for storm water management

    Storm water management is an ongoing initiative under Scott Air Force Base’s Community Partnership P4 (public-public, public-private) Program. Base subject matter experts with the 375th Civil Engineer Squadron and federal agencies such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife meet regularly with leaders in the industry, as well as local officials, to identify opportunities to improve water flow and mitigate flood risks throughout the region.
  • A water-tower under construction.

    Crews update Scott’s water supply with new tower

    A visible sight around Scott Air Force Base are the two large towers near the flightline that supply water to the installation. Soon, there’ll be another larger one behind the 375th Civil Engineer Squadron built through a partnership with the 375th CES and American Water.
  • The Air Force announced recently announced that effective Oct. 1, the military tuition assistance program will be capped at $3,750 per fiscal year, which is down from $4,500 in previous years. The Education Office suggests these tips.

    Tuition Assistance: Air Force reduces caps, options can help fill gaps

    SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill – The Air Force recently announced that effective Oct. 1, the military tuition assistance program will be capped at $3,750 per fiscal year, which is down from $4,500 in previous years.“Increases in participation rates and numbers of courses taken are the driving force behind the change,” said Ladonna Livingston, 375th
  • Airman uses computer

    Scott AFB adopts Air Force-wide finance ‘Customer Service Portal’

    As the Air Force continues to innovate processes, Airmen must continue to adapt. And, one of the newest changes members of Team Scott may have noticed is a new way to handle finance matters through the 375th Comptroller Squadron’s finance section in the form of the Customer Service Portal.
  • U.S. Air Force firefighter respond during exercise

    Showcase Wing completes week-long exercise to stay ‘battle ready’

    The 375th Air Mobility Wing recently conducted a week-long exercise that tested its ability to respond and communicate through several scenarios designed to keep personnel “battle ready.”
  • A photo of the main gate at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona.

    AFCEC space optimization efforts key to rightsizing facilities at installations

    JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -- With help from the Air Force Civil Engineer Center, the Air Force is leaning forward to consolidate and reduce the facility footprint at installations across the enterprise.Effective facility management and space optimization is nothing new to the Air Force. The service had been monitoring and collecting
  • Airman stuffs a fake wound with gauze.

    Self Aid Buddy Care classes continue during COVID

    Because military members can be deployed to hostile environments or respond to humanitarian missions, they need to be equipped with the skills to perform basic medical care in the field because it may save a life or limb.

  • Scott AFB lockdown incident summary - Sept. 23

    Scott AFB Security Forces personnel apprehended a male suspect who was believed to pose a threat, which necessitated a temporary lockdown for the base. Security Forces received a call around 2:30 p.m. today from the Velda Police Department about an Air Force veteran with prior convictions who was believed to be armed and possibly dangerous. Security forces located and apprehended the subject without incident and the subject will be turned over to local authorities. An investigation is ongoing. We are proud of our Defenders for their professional response to ensure the safety of our people and the installation.
  • Man points at control panel.

    Scott Logistics unit innovates with Vertical Lift Module

  • Man sings behind honor guard.

    Scott honors POW/MIA Day with wreath laying, vigil run

    The Air Force Sergeant’s Association and members of Team Scott banded together for the 11th annual POW/MIA Day wreath laying ceremony and vigil run, Sept. 18-19, 2020.
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