Community Briefs – December 28, 2018

Air Force training at Warning Area 12, Warning Area 517
ASAN, Guam—The U.S. Air Force will conduct open-water training today, Dec. 28, at Warning Area 12 and Warning Area 517, from 10am to 9:30pm.

These types of trainings are designed to enhance the readiness of military personnel. Residents in surrounding areas should not be alarmed if they see or hear increased activity associated with the training.

It is recommended the general public, fishermen and marine tour operators monitor the Coast Guard broadcast notice to mariners for advisories.

W-12 begins south of Guam and extends south-southwest in international waters.

W-517 begins south of Guam and extends south-southwest in international waters. Santa Rosa Reef and Galvez Banks are open for public use. (PR)

JKPL closed on Dec. 29, Jan. 1
The Joeten-Kiyu Public Library will be closed on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, and Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, for the holidays. It will reopen on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019.
Also, effective Wednesday, Jan. 2, the hours of operation will return to normal hours:

• Tuesday-Friday: 10am: 6pm
• Saturday: 9am: 4pm
• Closed Sundays, Mondays, and holidays

As a reminder, JKPL has many services available to take advantage of: WiFi access, Federal Emergency Management Agency services, U.S. Small Business Administration services, black and white printing for FEMA-related documents, computer stations to access FEMA/SBA information, printing, copying, charging station, borrowing books, DVDs, magazines, and other materials, and games.

In addition, JKPL welcomes class visits—a great way to expose students to the many resources at the library. To schedule a class visit, fill out a class visit form three days in advance, available at the library. For more information about class visits, contact the library at (670) 235: READ. (PR)

AMP is accessible to public during govt shutdown
During the ongoing shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Park roads, walking paths, memorials, and the tennis court at American Memorial Park, will remain accessible to visitors, but emergency and rescue services will be limited.

Thanks to a generous donation by the Pacific Historic Parks, the visitor center and bookstore will be open from 9am to 4pm, except last Christmas Day. Restrooms, trash collection, and other daily maintenance will be limited.

Because of the federal government shutdown, NPS social media and websites are not being monitored or updated and may not reflect current conditions. For updates on the shutdown, visit www.doi.gov/shutdown. (NPS)