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#3796 The one thing that has been bothering me about the ATF.
Posted by Mister Ed on 16 October 2011 - 04:40 PM in "Operation Fast & Furious", "Operation Wide Reciever", "Project Gunrunner", "Operation Castaway", et al.
http://www.cbsnews.c...n20120732.shtml
http://www.sodahead....estion-2220963/
http://www.scpr.org/...ast-and-furious
#3706 Traver Watch
Posted by Mister Ed on 05 October 2011 - 05:46 PM in Archived Posts
http://online.wsj.co...005-715247.html
The article lists all of the changes announced today.
#3670 Fast & Furious - Leading To The White House
Posted by Mister Ed on 02 October 2011 - 04:22 PM in "Operation Fast & Furious", "Operation Wide Reciever", "Project Gunrunner", "Operation Castaway", et al.
Check out this website:
http://djosiris.blog...hite-house.html
By scrolling down, you can read the email exchanges between Bill Newell and Kevin O'Reiley (who has now been deployed to Iraq). It is interesting that these documents are now coming forth. Why weren't they revealed when certain individuals testified before Congress? Could it be that they are trying to "come clean" so they don't end up wearing orange jump suits?
#3425 Improving ATF
Posted by Mister Ed on 30 August 2011 - 06:28 PM in Archived Posts
Here is it the end of August, and no letters have gone out yet. In order for HR to accomplish this, letters will have to be out somewhere around September 11th - 15th. Then you will get 30 days in which to make your decision and get your paperwork in, and then be off the rolls by the end of November 2011. If not, there is a very strong possibility of furloughs which could be anywhere from two weeks to three weeks. If furloughs are not enough, then the only thing left is to reduce funding for major/large contracts or begin a Reduction In Force. I'm hopeful that ATF will not have to initiate a RIF.....because if they did, I seriously doubt they would get it done correct.
#3314 Improving ATF
Posted by Mister Ed on 15 August 2011 - 02:25 AM in Archived Posts
It is also my understanding if the desired number of people do not retire or leave ATF, then we can expect to have furloughs up to three weeks. I seriously doubt that ATF has developed a strategy on how the furlough days are to be taken, so that there is not a negative impact on the operations of ATF. Will the furlough apply across the board to everyone, or only targeted groups or areas?
The first quarter of FY 2012 will be interesting. So, buckle up....this is going to be one bumpy ride!
#3217 Improving ATF
Posted by Mister Ed on 28 July 2011 - 06:44 PM in Archived Posts
At the beginning, he explained the issue with the Debt Ceiling and the uncertainty of the impact on ATF. Then he went on to explain:
1. It is anticipated that 150 people will leave ATF by attrition in FY 2012;
2. ATF has submitted the VERA/VSIP package to DOJ. Once reviewed and signed off on by DOJ, it then goes to OPM for approval. I'm surprised that there was no mention of it needing review/approval by OMB;
3. IF approved (the VERA/VSIP), ATF plans on offering an "incentive" of $25,000 to eligible employees. It was explained that each of the Directorates have identified (i.e. "targeted") positions that are eligible to receive the "incentive" payment. Not all employees will be offered the "incentive". When (and if it is offered), it will be done on a "first-come, first-serve" basis. In other words get your package in early. First ones in....are most likely to get approved. There was no mention of how this information will be given to eligible employees. Will ATF "notify" the eligible employees, or are we just supposed to put in our retirement papers, and "hope" they choose us?
4. ATF is hopeful that those taking the "incentive" or accept the early out (and receive no "incentive") will retire in the first quarter of FY 2012.....preferably, the "sooner the better". That way, ATF will be able to save money (payroll dollars and benefits).
5. If the needed 400 (150 leave through attrition, and 250 accept the VERA/VSIP and retire), then ATF does not project any furloughs.
6. IF the needed 400 do not leave (through attirion, or retire), then ATF will consider furloughing its' employees. At this point it is uncertain whether or not it will be a few days, to two weeks
7. If the furloughs are not enough, then ATF will have to consider "Reduction In Force".
8. All contracts are being looked at closely. Where necessary contracts are being reduced.
9. ATF management (the SLT) is not planning to cut or eliminate ATF Programs. Programs will be scaled back or reduced (dollars to fund projects).
10. ATF will continue with the hiring freeze.
11. ATF will "only" fill positions that are "critical or hard to fill".
12. ATF FTE ceiling has been reduced to the 2008 level (which I believe it was around 4,500 or 4,600 employees back then).
I hope this is helpful. It will be interesting to see how this all plays out.
#3047 Improving ATF
Posted by Mister Ed on 20 July 2011 - 02:07 AM in Archived Posts
#2776 Fox News: Senator Calls ATF on Allegations Agency Is Allowing Guns Into Mexico
Posted by Mister Ed on 07 July 2011 - 05:49 PM in "Operation Fast & Furious", "Operation Wide Reciever", "Project Gunrunner", "Operation Castaway", et al.
http://freerepublic....11/posts?page=1
Breaking News: Source claims ATF's Tampa SAC walked guns to Honduras
Gun Rights Examiner ^ | 6 July, 2011 | David Codrea
Posted on Thursday, July 07, 2011 7:52:14 AM by marktwain
Part of 'Operation Castaway'?
Exclusive Special Report by Mike Vanderboegh and David Codrea
Virginia O’Brien, Special Agent in Charge at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Tampa Field Division, ran a gun-running investigation that was walking guns to Honduras using the techniques and tactics identical to Fast and Furious, it was reported to these correspondents this evening via private correspondence from a proven credible source.
On 21 September, 2010, A. Brian Albritton, United States Attorney for the Middle District of Florida issued a press release on Operation Castaway:
Part of 'Operation Castaway'?
Exclusive Special Report by Mike Vanderboegh and David Codrea
Virginia O’Brien, Special Agent in Charge at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Tampa Field Division, ran a gun-running investigation that was walking guns to Honduras using the techniques and tactics identical to Fast and Furious, it was reported to these correspondents this evening via private correspondence from a proven credible source.
On 21 September, 2010, A. Brian Albritton, United States Attorney for the Middle District of Florida issued a press release on Operation Castaway:
United States Attorney A. Brian Albritton, Virginia O’Brien, Special Agent in Charge of central and northern Florida Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) operations, and Susan McCormick, Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations, Tampa Field Office announce the initial results of Operation Castaway, an intensive and wideranging Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) firearms trafficking investigation conducted by ATF, ICE, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office, and the Miami-Dade Police Department. ATF describes Operation Castaway as the most significant firearms trafficking investigation in Central Florida history
#2573 The Big Easy Gloryhole Incident
Posted by Mister Ed on 26 June 2011 - 08:05 PM in Hall of Shame
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