Yosemite Photos, Video and News

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Now available at the warehouse, the Yosemite Street Map Book (Draft
Version), is available for purchase for $11.50 per book.
This Mapbook was created by the Dispatch Center for use by emergency
responders. Its contents may be of interest to other divisions.
This book is a work in progress and your comments (posted to Sharepoint)
will help improve the product over time.

The Topo Mapbook includes all of the USGS quads for Yosemite and
surrounding areas in a more manageable format.
I hope that you find these Map Books useful and can provide your feedback
for future changes. (A.Rothell-03/07/11)

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Continuing Resolution Update
As most of you probably have heard, the Congress has passed (both House and
Senate) a new Continuing Resolution to fund fiscal year 2011 until March 18
(see story below).  This is very good news for Yosemite National Park
staff, park partners, gateway communities, and visitors.  Based on my
experience, we will see several continuing resolutions over the next month
until a full FY11 bill is completed.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Senate has passed, by a vote of 91 to 9, H.J.
Res. 44, a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government
through March 18, 2011.  The legislation will now go to the President for
his expected signature.

We will keep you updated as the situation continues to unfold over the next
few weeks. (D. Neubacher - 3/3)

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EMPLOYEE NEWS

 The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) Open Season Begins on April 4!-- The FLTCIP Open Season begins on April 4, 2011, and will run
 through June 24, 2011. It is the first abbreviated underwriting opportunity (applicants answer fewer health questions) for non-enrolled applicants
 since 2002. Please read the eligibility criteria (FLTCIP) to see if you can apply with an abbreviated application. For additional information, refer
 to the FAQs. There are three easy ways to apply for coverage. If you have questions, direct them to the FLTCIP Consultants. Please remember that if
 you miss the Open Season, you can still apply for coverage at any time. However, outside of Open Season, you would apply using the long application
 with more health questions. (I.Arbogast -03-08-11)

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 Just a reminder that Arrow Glass will be at the Maintenance/Administration Facility in front of the Machine Shop in El Portal on Thursday ,March 17
 at 8:00 a.m. to repair or replace damaged vehicle windshields/windows.  If you have a vehicle that has not been called in and needs attention,
 please give me a call at 379-1150 or Sharon at Arrow Glass at 533-3700 so the glass can be ordered.
 Thank you. (G.Tilley-03-08-11)
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 Student Employee Network Established

 Are you a student employee of the National Park Service?  Do you have questions and concerns about student employment? Are you interested in
 networking with other students? Do you have new ideas for ways things could be done around the workplace?These questions have inspired the creation
 of a Student Employee Network for the National Park Service. Student leaders would love to hear what you think. Offered by and for students and
 supported by the NPS Workplace Enrichment Program, the network will provide a forum for students to share ideas, ask questions, discover training
 opportunities and develop strong professional relationships. Depending on future student leadership, the network could grow to offer even more.

 In its early stages, the network needs student input. All student employees are asked to fill out a brief, anonymous survey. Career or
 career-conditional employees who have recently been converted from a student position, or who are otherwise interested in student employee
 development, are also invited to complete the survey. Results will guide development of the network and help student leaders set goals for the
 future. Students curious about possible leadership roles are also asked to share their interest.

 Already available is an online forum for student employees on InsideNPS. So far, almost 2000 views have hit that site! There is also an internal
 student webpage with resources for students and interns, available through InsideNPS.  Please go to the Workplace Enrichment website on InsideNPS to
 access the online forum, get more information, or take the survey.  The weblink is http://inside.nps.gov/waso/custommenu.cfm?lv=2&prg=124&id=9858

 Stay connected with all the Workplace Enrichment efforts by checking the WE website often at http://inside.nps.gov/WE or follow us on  twitter
 (WENPS) and Facebook (NPSWorkplaceEnrichment).

ACTING DESIGNATIONS

Dean Shenk (372-0620) will be Acting Branch Chief for Interpretive Field
Operations March 7 - 11.(V.Mates 03/07/11)

Mary Kline will be Acting Chief of I&E while I am at Mather Training Center
March 7-11. (T. Medema-03/07/11)

Jay Shields will be Acting Mather District Ranger until further notice.

Brenna Lissoway (379-1283) will be the Acting Park Archivist while Paul
Rogers is on a detail as the Acting Regional Archivist (PWR). If you have
need to access the Archives, or have archive related questions, you can
call 379-1282 or 379-1104. (J.Bayless)

COMMUNITY NEWS

For Rent:  Three bedroom, two bath manufactured home on five acres.  Garden
area, small pets OK; $750/month; 5517 Lakeside Road (off Colorado Rd.);
Mariposa, CA  call Erik or Janice Pontoppidan 818
880-4497.(y.radanovich-03/08/11)

El Portal Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Don't miss Sal's this Thursday at the El Portal Community Hall. Also, mark
you calendars for Thursday, March 17, when YEA hosts the El Portal Annual
St. Patrick's Day celebration with delicious traditional Irish food
prepared by Renea Kennec and Cheri Murdock (a vegetarian option will be
available), live music, and YEA's no-host bar featuring specialty Irish
beers such as Guinness, Killian's Irish Red, and some of the old favorites
as well. Designated drivers receive free soda. Current YEA members only
$10, $15 to renew/join & attend.