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Video Tribute to the USCG - Click here to view a tribute to the Coast Guard made by an Auxiliarist in District 9W

CONGRATULATIONS and best of luck to Claud Macchieraldo of Flotilla 10-02  elected Division 10 Commander for 2010 and Bob McHugh of 10-13 elected as Division 10 Vice Commander for 2010!  Check back here for news of Flotilla elections starting next week. 

Congratulations and all the best to the newly elected
 FCs and VFC's for our Division 10 Flotillas

ONLINE FLOTILLA LEADERSHIP COURSE IS NOW AVAILABLE - Completion of this course satisfies the "APC" Course requirement for elected leadership.  Please address your inquiries to: Juan C. Hernandez, PhD Commander Flotilla 86 & Division Chief - Instructional Design USCG Auxiliary National Training Dept.  drjhernandez@comcast.net  [Source:  Gail Venezio October 4, 2009]
 

AUXILIARY SEW-ON QUALIFICATION INSIGNIA -045/09

In accordance with Coast Guard Uniform Regulations (Commandant Instruction M1020.6 series), only one Auxiliary sew-on qualification insignia is authorized for wear on the ODU.  By extension, this also applies for Working Blue and the Hot Weather Uniform authorized for wear by Auxiliarists.  Such insignia shall be centered directly above the "USCG AUXILIARY" cloth tape immediately above the wearer's left breast pocket. Embroidered insignia shall be the same size as the metal insignia,  centered on a tape the full width of the pocket.  The tape shall not exceed the width of the pocket.  If an Auxiliarist has earned more than one qualification insignia, then the insignia that is worn shall be at the discretion of the Auxiliarist.  Temporary/conditional sew-on qualification insignia shall  not be worn on these uniforms.
Pursuant to ALCOAST 074/09, the Auxiliary sew-on AUXOP device is authorized for wear on these uniforms.  It is the only Auxiliary device so authorized.  It shall be centered directly above the cloth nametape immediately above the wearer's right breast pocket..

Source:  CHDIRAUX; 23 September, 2009

As a part of the restructuring of the Coast Guard Auxiliary National Organization, the Operations (Response) Department has been renamed the Response Department.  Former Operations Department Chief, David Elliot (formally from 10-13, BZ Dave, congratulations), has been promoted and is the new Assistant National Commodore for Response and Prevention.  Robert Shafer has been named the Director of the Response Department and COMO Gary Taylor has been named Deputy Director.  For further information on the restructuring of the National Organization, click here: http://auxpa.org/weblog/blogs/  09/01/2009

AUX SC&E C-SCHOOL - There are several openings in the Aux-SC&E C School commencing on 16 November in Seattle Washington.  Candidates should have a strong background in Navigation, and must be Aux-Nav, Crew, Cox'n or any level of Aviation Pilot or Air Crew as well as IT qualified to take the Train the Trainer portion of this course.  Deadline of submission of a Short Term Training Request form through your FC to our OTO is this Friday - Sept 25th.

PPE/UNIFORMS ETC.  Section 10.A.12. of the Auxiliary Manual (Commandant Instruction M16790.1 series) states, "Auxiliarists may not wear any distinctive part of the uniform or official Auxiliary insignia with civilian clothing."  Coast Guard Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is authorized for Auxiliary use while assigned to duty and that has Auxiliary markings (e.g. - "U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary" displayed on the back of a Coast Guard Type III life jacket) falls within the scope of, "...any distinctive part of the uniform..."  Auxiliary-marked PPE, including life jackets and float coats, are therefore only authorized for wear by Auxiliarists when in uniform and assigned to duty.  The Auxiliary Uniform Procurement Guide has also been changed to reflect this policy. [Posted 18 Sep 2009, Source CHDIRAUX]
 

MULTI DIVISION TABLE TOP Excercise will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 0900 at the Letchworth Village Office of Flotilla 10-04.  Division Leadership should plan to attend.  Contact Helen Glass to sign up.  Additional information will be posted here as it becomes available. 

Chain of Leadership; Robert's Rules of Order courses available
Two new course are available on eLearn, the Coast Guard Auxiliary online training center. Chain of Leadership discusses the appropriate way of communicating information and concerns within the organization using the Chain of Leadership and Management. Robert's Rules of Order provides guidance on how to conduct formal meetings. These courses should be of interest to any member and essential to those seeking elected or appointed office during the upcoming elections season. The courses are available at: Chain of Leadership: http://64.207.134.26/usr/moodle2/course/view.php?id=58 Robert's Rules of Order: http://64.207.134.26/usr/moodle2/course/view.php?id=59 If you do not yet have an eLearn account, you will have the opportunity to create one in order to access the courses as part of the signin process. Bravo Zulu and questions should be directed to John Janik, BA-TDP at jcjanik@gmail.com.
[Posted: Sep 4, 2009. Source: Nick Tarlson, DC-Td]

New Certificates Site of Interest to Elected Officers and all members
There is a new certificates website available at certs.cgaux.org. This site includes standard and approved Coast Guard Auxiliary certificates for nearly any occasion. The member can download a simple Certificate of Appreciation for use, for example, in acknowledging the contribution of a third party in the context of a public affairs event or RBS program visit. Elected officers and Secretaries of Flotillas, Divisions, Districts and National can access the site to generate Certificates of Appreciation for outgoing officers, Certificates of Appointment for incoming staff officers they appoint, and Certificates of Election for elected officers at the next lower level. Also available are standardized position descriptions and appointment letters to complete the appointment package, updated to reflect the newer position titles. Access is by eDirectory (EMPLID) and password. If you don't have or have forgotten your eDirectory password, you can set or retrieve it at http://www.auxedirectory.org/index.php. Appropriate active-duty personnel, i.e., Sector Commanders and their delegates will also be able to use the site to generate certificates for personal decorations. For more information on how to access and use the site, contact DC-Td Nick Tarlson at nick@tarlson.com.
[Posted: Sep 4, 2009. Source: Nick Tarlson, DC-Td]

NEW ONLINE Auxiliary Officers & Members Directory
The release of the NEW Online Auxiliary Officers and Members Directory is major step forward for our members. The concept was to make it is easy to find other members and get their contact information, view and correct their own information by sending an email 7028 form (Change of Member Information) to the IS officers in their leadership chain. In addition, there are search features that allow for searching by Last Name, member #, email address, officer position and qualification. Contact information is now quickly available to any level of member based on the office held by that member, including email lists, printable staff or member directories. The data in this directory is updated every week on Monday and is derived from AUXDATA as the authoritative source.
[Posted: Aug 28, 2009. Source: Bill Pritchard, Deputy Chief Technology Officer]

Congratulations and best of luck to our own Bob McHugh, recently appointed as Division Chief, National Uniform Division.  We all know that Bob will do us proud!

Be a Survivor Contest
If you’re a boater whose life has been saved by a life jacket, share your survival story. The winning entry will receive a $1,000 shopping spree at West Marine! Each eligible entrant will receive a NSBC boating safety item valued at approximately $5.00 and might have his or her entry included in a future edition of the book "Saved By the Jacket," or on a boating safety Web site! Select one of these versions of our contest brochure to know how to enter and tell and show your life-saving experience! Details can be found here. The deadline for entering the contest is September 2, 2009.
[Posted: Apr 30, 2009. Source: Bill Griswold, BC-BLN]

About Boating Safely -Second Edition The Second Edition of About Boating Safely is just off the press and soon to be shipped. The changes to the textbook are subtle; therefore, PowerPoints, Instructor Notes and the Test will remain the same as posted for the first edition. Many of the changes are reflected in upgraded graphics. Text changes are included to keep current with National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) Standards, which have recently changed. Flotillas may continue to use the first Edition of About Boating Safely until the supply is depleted. Furthermore, a Flotilla may use both the first and second edition in the same class with no disruption to the instruction. A complete Cross-Reference of every change has been posted to the e-library at: http://www.cgauxed.org/elib/courses/abs.htm
[Posted: Aug 9, 2009. Source: Anne R. Lockwood, DC-E]

Bravo Zulu to All members!
on our 70th Anniversary

All members of the Auxiliary were awarded the
Coast Guard Unit Commendation by Admiral Thad W. Allen
See the Commendation here

Wear it proudly!

The newly revised 1SR Procedures Guide is now available online - here

New Recruiting Power Point from the E-Dept
The Education Department has posted a brief Power Point presentation designed to be added to existing presentations and to act as a recruiting tool by illustrating the many missions of the Auxiliary. To view and download the presentation, go to the E-Library and scroll down to the "Instructor Training, Workshops, and Tools" section. The title of the new presentation is "Aux Promo." It can be downloaded by clicking on the listing and is set up so Flotillas can insert their local contact information.
[Posted: May 26, 2009. Source: Richard D. Greenwood, DC-Ed]

NATIONAL PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT-TALENT BANK
The National Department of Personnel is building a "Talent Bank" of members who would like the honor of serving their nation as a National Staff Officer. We will be accepting applications FOR ALL DEPARTMENTS. When you send in your application, please make it clear what National Department you would like to be appointed, and list your special qualifications on form 7062. E-mail your form to the e-mail address provided. All applicants will be vetted through your District Commodore.
[Posted: May 14, 2009. Source: Dante J. Laurino DC-P]

C-School Cancellations!
I am sorry to report that we have had an unbelievable amount of C-School cancellations. We have had 54 cancellations for this FY - some of which are legitimate and some of which are not. Penalties have been and are still being imposed. It is strongly recommended that before signing up for a C-School that you read and understand all the implications of your commitment Please go to http://www.cgaux.org/training to learn more. There are great resources there to help you. Please do not sign up for a C-School unless you are serious about attending.
[Posted: May 7, 2009. Source: Gail Venezio, DC-T]

Attention Vessel Examiners!
Have you heard about ORION's Safety Awareness Program for Auxiliary Vessel Examiners? Earn points and incentives for viewing an educational video demonstrating pyrotechnics. Additional points for reporting VSCs are redeemable for free pyros. Plus, the top 3 point earners each year receive a quarterly Omaha Steaks Gift, a $280 value! Check out the details by going to our Document Library and downloading the PDF version of the brochure, or just go to http://www.shopauxiliary.com/, click on Members Only, log in, and click on the ORION logo!
[Posted: May 15, 2009. Source: Bruce Johnson, DVC-BL]

During this Pandemic Flu Alert the Coast Guard is actively monitoring the status of Coast Guard personnel. If you are exhibiting flu like conditions seek medical attention from your primary care professional and avoid contact with others. If it is suspected by your medical provider that you have the H1N1 flu, notify your Chain of Leadership. Once confirmed that it is or is not the H1N1 infection, update your Chain of Leadership. The Coast Guard is concerned about the health and well being of its personnel. For more information regarding H1N1 go to http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/.

CDR Young
Director, D1SR
4 May, 2009

Coast Guard specific H1N1 Flu Outbreak information
Coast Guard Headquarters has set up an Internet page at www.uscg.mil/h1n1 to post Coast Guard specific H1N1 Flu Outbreak information so that it can be accessed by Reservists, Auxiliary, and families.
[Posted: May 2, 2009. Source: COMO Ed Sweeney, NADCO-MS]

Introduction to Auxiliary Personnel and Membership Course Now Available
A new online course - Introduction to Personnel and Membership – is now available on Auxiliary eLearning. This course will be of interest to anyone who would like to learn how to recruit, enroll or retain members. It takes the student through the subject matter in a systematic way, introducing existing and new Auxiliary materials and evaluating the student’s progress. The course should be particularly useful to new personnel services officers and flotilla commanders, who have an essential role in enrolling new members. You can access the course at: http://64.207.134.26/usr/moodle2/course/view.php?id=27 You may need to create an Aux eLearn account if this is your first visit. If you have any questions or comments on the course, contact course developer Vincent "Tex" Boyer at vincentboyer@bellsouth.net or DC-Td Nick Tarlson at nick@tarlson.com.
[Posted: May 2, 2009. Source: Nick Tarlson, DC-Td]

Bring more Students into PE Classes with the NEW SUDDENLY IN COMMAND Seminar Course
Are you looking for ways to entice more students into the classroom? SUDDENLY IN COMMAND could provide the solution. SUDDENLY IN COMMAND has been revised with new PowerPoints and Instructor Notes. This course is a two to three hour Enrichment Seminar that can be offered without charge to the boating public. The targeted audience is the novice boater that has to operate the boat due to an unexpected problem. The potential is unlimited since the course also provides recruiting opportunities for membership, information for obtaining Vessel Safety Checks, and promotes more advanced Public Education classes. SUDDENLY IN COMMAND has no text, certificate, or wallet card. There is no test. The materials may be downloaded from the E-Library FREE of charge at http://www.cgauxed.org/elib/seminars/sic.htm.
[Posted: May 1, 2009. Source: Anne R. Lockwood, DC-E]

APC Course Now Available Online
The Administrative Procedure Course (APC) – is now available on Auxiliary eLearning. This course is will prepare you to take the APC test on the National Testing Center, which is a prerequisite for holding elected office . It takes the student through the subject matter in a systematic way, introducing and summarizing existing Auxiliary resources and evaluating the student’s progress. The APC covers a lot of material – essentially the entire Auxiliary Manual, and many of our members have had difficulty passing the test due to inadequate preparation. If you can take this course, and complete the chapter quizzes with a score of 90 percent, you will almost certainly pass the online test as well. You can access the course at: http://64.207.134.26/usr/moodle2/course/view.php?id=43. You may need to create an Aux eLearn account if this is your first visit. If you have any questions or comments on the course, contact Nick Tarlson, DC-Td at nick@tarlson.com.
[Posted: Apr 15, 2009. Source: Nick G. Tarlson, DC-Td]

Grants Handbook 2009 Posted
The 2009 Grants Handbook has been posted on the Boating Department web site here (PDF download). Consult this document for sources of 2009 awards and grants.
[Posted: Apr 13, 2009. Source: William Griswold, BC-BRG]

New Materials posted for BS&S and SS&S
The Education Department has posted the following materials related to the Sailing Skills & Seamanship course and the Boating Skills & Seamanship course: Instructor Guide for all Chapters of SS&S; Newly revised Power Points for all chapters of SS&S; Errata Sheet for SS&S; Errata Sheet for BS&S 13th Ed. All newly released PE documentation will have the file name and release date shown in the footer section. This notation will enable instructors to determine if their material is current by comparing the dates of their material with the dates shown in the e-Library.
[Posted: Mar 31, 2009. Source: Richard D. Greenwood, DC-Ed]

UNIFORM UPDATE:

ALCOAST 074/09  2 Feb 2009

COMDTNOTE 1020

Results of uniform board no. 43

The following changes were approved and are effective

Immediately unless otherwise noted:

A. Change naming nomenclature from tropical blue long uniform to

Tropical blue uniform.

B. Change naming nomenclature from service dress blue bravo

Uniform to service dress blue uniform.

F. Support the coast guard auxiliary program by authorizing the

Auxop device made in an embroidered style.

A new Sexual Harassment Workshop has been posted on the Director's website:  http://diraux.cgaux1sr.org/Misc/harassment.htm   [Source: Sal Fiore, DSO-MT, 1SR. January 17, 2009]

UPCOMING FEMA COURSES - FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute has posted upcoming courses. These courses are designed to increase preparedness and response capability to a variety of situations ranging from hazardous materials to earthquakes.  Apply at: http://www.training.fema.gov/Apply/   [Source:  Donna Cole, BC-TDM. January 17, 2009]

Instructions Posted for Ordering 2009 Vessel Safety Check Decals Detailed information on 2009 Vessel Safety Check procedures and instructions for ordering decals are available on the SafetySeal web site. [Posted: 12 DEC 2008. Source: Paul Mayer, DVC-VC]

Rob Roy - Passed over the Bar - Sadly, yet another member of Division 10, Rob Roy, long time member of Flotilla 10-07 passed over the bar on Friday 12/12/08. Memorial donations may be made in Rob's memory to the Navy Memorial Foundation,  Suite 123, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20004.
 

AUXILIARY UNIFORM ITEMS  This is a clarification notice from CHDIRAUX regarding proper procedures for wearing Auxiliary vs. Coast Unit Ball caps, plastic name tags, and the new "Untucked" ODU. Click here for details. [Posted: 11/10/2008; Source: CHDIRAUX]

FEMALE OVERBLOUSE DRESS SHIRT  The Female Overblouse Dress Shirt is available for ordering through the Coast Guard Uniform Distribution Center (UDC).  It is authorized as optional wear for Auxiliary females as an alternative to the light blue dress shirt worn with the Tropical Blue uniform only. Further information, particularly concerning the placement of accoutrements on the shirt, can be found in ALCOAST 531/08 at the Coast Guard general message web site. [Posted 10/27/08; Source CHDIRAUX-L]

50 MPH Dynamic Strength Tested PFDs After special consideration for our Auxiliary members safety by the Coast Guard, the inflatable vests listed in the Rescue and Survival Systems Manual, COMDTINST M10470.10F will continue to be authorized after 01 JUN 2009 for use on facilities that can exceed 35 MPH in lieu of Type III dynamic strength tested vests rated for 50MPH.

Specifically, the vests as listed in the R&SS Manual are:

   * LSC 485CG INFLATABLE
   * LSC 481CG/481CGM INFLATABLE
   * MUSTANG MD3183 INFLATABLE
   * MUSTANG MD0450 22 INFLATABLE

In addition to inflatables, Mustang Survival, Inc. has independently certified their MJ6214 (Type III Float Coat) to the 50 MPH Dynamic Strength Tested standard.

For any facility (including PWCs) that are capable of exceeding 50 MPH, it is recommended that an appropriate speed dynamic strength tested vests be used.  [Posted12 Nov, 2008. Source: COMO Gary A. Taylor
DVC-OS Operations (Response) Department]

10/16/2008 - Reminder ALL PEPIRBS must be properly maintained. Registration and batteries must be up-to-date. This can become a safety issue when on a assignment. Re-registration can be done on-line at the NOAA site. Batteries are ordered through your FSO-OP.

Orion Safety Products- Safety Notice
Orion Safety Products has uncovered a potential problem with their Sky blazer product. Although a product recall has not been instituted they are recommending that all retailers, distributors and dealers remove the Sky blazer product from their shelves and to discontinue sale of this product to the market place at this time. For more details download the Adobe Acrobat file from the V-Dept website. [Posted: 01 OCT 08. Source: Pete Urgola, DC-V]

update  Orion Products has issued a follow-up statement concerning their Sky Blazer product saying that it is safe for use if the instructions for holding the tube in the correct manner are followed. For more details, download the file from the V-Dept. website. [Posted: 25 OCT 08. Source: Kelly Johnson DC-V(d)]

The Boating Safety Hotline: is again owned by the CG but will not be maintained as an active source for information. You no longer need to remove the phone number from materials; the number now refers personnel to the national website. [Posted: 10 Sept 2008; Source: ALAUXDIST1SR, Miscellaneous Topics - 008/08, CRD E.D. Young]

 

Coast Guard Adopts

"THE GUARDIAN ETHOS"

I AM AMERICA'S MARITIME GUARDIAN.
I SERVE THE CITIZENS OF THE UNITED STATES.
I WILL PROTECT THEM.
I WILL DEFEND THEM.
I WILL SAVE THEM.
I AM THEIR SHIELD.
FOR THEM I AM SEMPER PARATUS.
I LIVE THE COAST GUARD CORE VALUES.
I AM A GUARDIAN.
WE ARE THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD.

... The "Guardian Ethos" is not intended to replace the Coast Guard Creed. . . The Ethos . . . defines the essence of the Coast Guard, and could be viewed as the contract the Coast Guard and its members make with the nation and its citizens. . . . The "Guardian Ethos" is the essence of our service -  IT IS WHO WE ARE

We have a proud history of serving the citizens of the United States in the maritime domain, providing safety, security and stewardship. As America's maritime guardians, we protect them, we defend them and we save them. We are their shield, and we stand always ready for the call to duty. We live the Coast Guard core values. Individually, we are each guardians, who have sworn an oath to support and defend the constitution and who adhere to the Coast Guardsman's Creed.  TOGETHER, WE ARE THE UNITED STATES
COAST GUARD.
From ALCOAST 366/08
See full text here
 

ALL HANDS - BEING A GUARDIAN - 2008-07-01
 

In addition to living the Coast Guard core values of honor, respect and devotion to duty, I am asking you to include devotion to each other. That is being a Guardian. Commodore Thad Allen, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Skip Bowen and our Reserve Component Master Chief Petty Officer, Jeff Smith. Allhands 2008-07-01

New Public Education Course
Replacing Basic and Advanced Coastal Navigation, the new public education navigation course based on the book, The Weekend Navigator, is now available and in stock at AUXCEN. Refer to SpeedGram 2008-01 for details.
[Posted: 04 AUG 2008. Source: Robin Freeman, DC-E]

Boat Responsibly Bags Now Available
New Boat Responsibly plastic bags, ANSC #9025, are available from ANSC. They replace the outdated You're In Command bags. NACON attendees participating in the Recreational Boating Safety Directorate Life Jacket Extravaganza will receive a sample bag with neat stuff inside.
[Posted: 01 AUG 2008. Source: Stuart D. Soffer, N-MS]