During a trip to San Antonio, Texas, to meet with DLA Energy Aerospace 

hydrazine vendors, Brig Gen Canlas held an all hands with the Aerospace and 

Finance workforce in the area, May 12. He gave updates on NDAA and it’s impacts 

to DLA Energy as well as Red Hill. He answered employee questions and got 

updates on how the new building was working out for the team. 

Doug Smith, DLA Energy Aerospace 

Director, said employees were 

happy with the new office space 

and the IT equipment installation. 

Canlas thanked the San Antonio 

Facility Manager, Russell Anthony, 

for the work he’d done in prepping 

the new building and closing the 

old building.

During the meeting, he thanked 

the team for all the good work 

they are doing and coined a few 

of the team members. 

Aerospace All Hands

Brig Gen Canlas took a selfie with the DLA Energy Aerospace 

and DLA Energy Finance team in San Antonio, Texas, after an 

all hands May 12. Roughly 70 employees gathered in person to 

hear Canlas’ remarks.

Arnoldo Valenzuela Kelly Cheverton Melanie Mueller

Ida Elizondo Bridgette Davis Tammie Campbell

ENERGY CONNECTION

Energy team, 

 As we begin the 101 Critical Days of Summer, I 

want to encourage everyone to take some welldeserved time off from the office and recharge. 

Summer means different things to different 

people – for some it means trips to the lake or 

camping, to others it means hanging out by the 

pool. For myself, I look forward to traveling and 

sightseeing with the family in our RV. 

 The benefits of a vacation are clear: improved 

productivity, lower stress, and improved mental 

health. At the same time, it can mean more sun 

exposure and higher temperatures, allergies, 

longer days, and more strenuous activity. 

Keeping safety in mind will help you have a 

happy, healthy, and safe summer. 

 With summer comes the hurricane season, 

the Atlantic 2022 hurricane season officially 

runs June 1 through Nov. 30. Forecasters 

are predicting a highly active season. Please 

remember, do not walk, swim, or drive through 

flood waters. Just six inches of fast-moving water 

can knock you down and one foot of can sweep 

your vehicle away. Pay attention to the weather 

wherever your travels take you and avoid 

traveling in dangerous conditions.

 Finally, let’s not forget safety. Brig Gen Canlas 

and I are so proud of this team, and we need 

each one of you to be safe which includes 

safe driving. Distracted driving is dangerous, 

claiming 3,142 lives in 2020. When you’re driving 

any vehicle, put the phone down and avoid 

distractions that may endanger you and your 

passengers. State legislature and governors 

make the laws regarding distracted driving. 

Many states now have laws against texting, 

talking on a cell phone, and other distractions 

while driving. You can visit the Governors 

Highway Safety Association to learn more.

 Every year there are thousands of deaths 

and even more injuries from summer related 

activities. Let’s make sure each of us does our 

part to avoid adding to those statistics this year! 

Have fun and be safe! 

A MESSAGE FROM 

THE DEPUTY 

COMMANDER

Mr. David Kless

HQC/NCR COVID-19 Status: HPCON B

Continue max telework until your designated re-entry date. Face masks not required in 

the HQC Complex but are required for HQC Child Development Center.

Volume 2, Issue 10 June 6, 2022

Core Values: Leadership, Professionalism & Technical Knowledge through Dedication to Duty, Integrity, Ethics, Honor, Courage & Loyalty
June 7: DLA Energy Lunch & Learn, USAJOBS App Process, 11:30am 

June 13: Supervisory Committee meeting, 8am

June 14: Advisory & Integration Council meeting, 8:30am

June 14: Culture Climate Committee meeting, 9:30am and 7pm

June 15: Donuts w/ Deputy (GS 13s and below), 10am and 6pm

*Committee/council meetings are for members only. Get involved! Contact SCG.

Mark your calendars!

DLA Energy Virtual Shadow Program

Monica Martin, a PaCE contract specialist 

intern with Utility Services, shadowed contracting officer and 

Resiliency, Renewables and Energy Savings Performance Contracts 

Branch Chief Andrea Kincaid for five days in May. Read about her 

experiences in this DLA news story.

Preparing for workplace reentry: A 

behind-the-scenes hero

While most DLA Energy employees began 

maximum telework 26 months, Kara 

Wagner volunteered to stay at the office. 

Read more in this DLA news story. 

New fuel commanders learn roles and responsibilities

Six incoming and outgoing DLA Energy regional military 

commanders participated in a two-day course to prepare them for 

their role and responsibilities. Read more in this DLA news story.

Return to Work Tips

DLA Intelligence reminds employees of their responsibility to protect 

people, assets and operations as they readjust from telework to the 

office. Read tips to keep in mind in this DLA Today Announcement.

DLA Energy Europe & Africa “Energizer of the Month”

MSgt Jason Vike 

MSgt Vike, a QAR at Aviano Air Base, Italy, 

is a Government Purchase Card cardholder. 

During May, his attention to detail and 

dedication helped the DLA Energy 

GPC Program reach 100% compliance, 

achieving 97% overall for FY22. In 

preparation for his pending retirement, MSgt Vike ensured 

the GPC Program was in order and ready for his replacement 

and other cardholders. He documented his historical 

knowledge, vendor info, certifications, and details needed for 

reconciliations. His engagement and coaching re-energized 

the GPC program for the command and for all of DLA Energy.

JOB WELL DONE!

The front office team held a small luncheon to thank Col. Wilkie 

for his hard work and dedication as the Strategic Command Group 

Director for the past two years. Mr. Blank will be the new SCG 

Director until a replacement arrives.

DLA Energy Spring Festival!! Thank you to the team who helped organize this wonderful event!

“The Festival succeeded beyond 

expectations with 171 folks 

attending! As a result of the picnic 

and the polo shirt sales, we are in 

great fundraising shape for the 

Energy Christmas party scheduled 

for Dec. 8th at the Springfield 

Hilton. A huge thanks and 

shout out to the dedicated and 

inspired picnic team; Michelle 

Groat, James Clough, Paul 

Johnson, Darren Dunham, Skip 

Gieseking, and the DLA Energy 

Boosters Club who created an 

exceptional enjoyable time for 

ALL!”

 – Col. Mecham, Chief Of Staff