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Air Mobility Command continues dorm improvements

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  • By Desiree Mahr
  • Air Mobility Command Public Affairs
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. --  The construction of improved dormitories built to the new Air Force standard for single Airmen at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Scott AFB, and Dover AFB, Del., is expected to be completed before 2010.

Previously, Air Force dormitories followed a "One-Plus-One" standard, in which two Airmen shared a bathroom and kitchenette, but had their own private bedrooms.

The new Air Force dormitory standard, dubbed "Dorms-4-Airmen," will require new dormitories provide a single bedroom and bathroom for each Airmen. Under Dorms-4-Airmen, each Airman will be placed in a quad-bedroom-style dormitory with a common living space in which they will share a living room, kitchen, washer and dryer.

"This is a higher standard than previous [dormitory] configurations that didn't provide either a private room or a private bath, or both," said Anthony DeSimone, Air Mobility Command Chief of Integrating Planning.

Specific improvements were also completed in dormitory kitchen areas. New, full-sized kitchens will include a stove, dishwasher and full-size refrigerator to provide more dining options for Airmen. Rather than eating every meal at the dining facility, or spending more money to eat off base, Airmen will have the option to prepare their own meals.

Additionally, new dormitory common areas will offer cyber cafes providing Airmen opportunities to access the Internet. The improved common areas will also offer video gaming, pool tables, dartboards, a big screen television, and other recreational activities. Or, Airmen can relax outside at the picnic areas and outdoor sports courts.

Although the construction of new dormitories is in progress, current dormitories throughout the command will undergo renovations to make improvements to the facilities. Planned renovations include upgrading heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, as well as bathroom and common area fixtures and finishes; replacing room furnishings, carpet and draperies; and installing cyber cafes and exercise rooms.

To guarantee proper living conditions for young Airmen, the Air Force will continue to make dormitory improvements a top priority, said Mr. DeSimone.

"Developing and caring for Airmen and their families is a top focus area for our Air Force, and is endorsed at the very highest level," he said. "The better facilities we provide our Airmen will increase their morale and enhance the Air Force mission."