BMLC shows appreciation for Team Beale

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  • By By Staff Sgt. Robert M. Trujillo
  • 9th Reconnaissance Wing Public Affairs
BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. --  In 2014,the Beale Military Liaison Committee funded more than $40,000 in quality of life projects for Beale Airmen and their families.

The BMLC is an organization of civic and community leaders who support Beale Air Force Base and hold events and fundraisers to support Beale Airmen through a variety of initiatives.

"It's an honor to support those who sacrifice so much," said Bill Simmons, BMLC board member. "We truly can't thank them enough." 

Below is a list of 2014 completed projects:

Gate guard post upgrades
-Added shade awnings, window tinting, and bug zappers
9th Medical Group booster cell tower
-Added cell tower booster
Air Force Combat Ammunition Center break area upgrades
-Furnished new break room cabinets
Deployment Facility
-Added flat screen TVs to waiting room
Rod & Gun Club upgrades
-Added shooters shade to range
Airmen's Attic improvements
-Upgraded fixtures
Base library computers
-Purchased computers for the Hub Zemke Memorial Library
Outdoor fitness equipment
-Installed fitness equipment along the golf course running path
Omni Building
-Furnished Little Dragon Play Area

The money raised by the BMLC to fund these quality of life projects was obtained through donations from the local community.

"The support we receive from Beale's local community is overwhelming," said Master Sgt. Chad Hepner. "Everyone at Beale truly appreciates the kindness and generosity."   

In addition to raising funds for quality of life projects, the BMLC is an active contributor to Operation Warm Heart.

Warm Heart is a program managed by the First Sergeants Council and organizes turkey dinner baskets for Thanksgiving, gift drives, quarterly Hearts Apart dinners, and other morale events for all of Team Beale.

"We look for every opportunity to give back to Beale," Simmons said. "It's not surprising to see the community step up and show appreciation to our service members."