What's New?

• 67th Anniversary of the Coast Guard Auxiliary - Friday, 23 June marks the 67th aniversary of the founding of the Unites States Coast Guard Auxiliary. In the ensuing years, the Auxiliary has grown in both size and capabilities. Please joine me in reading these messages celebrating this day.
  
  Thoughts from our Director of Auxiliary, Commander Elizabeth Young
  National Commodore Gene Seibert's letter
  ALCOAST message from Admiral Thad Allen, Commandant of the Coast Guard
  (Date: 22 June 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• Operation Life Ring - National Commodore Gene Seibert urges all members to support Operation Life Ring in this letter: Operation Life Ring
  (Date: 12 June 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• Coast Guard Awarded Presidential Unit Commendation - At the Commandant's Change of Command on 25 May, 2006, President George W. Bush presented to the Coast Guard the Presidential Unit Commendation for actions taken during and immediately after the catastrophic events of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. This is the first time the Presidential Unit Commendation has been awarded to the Coast Guard as an independent service. Naturally, the Auxiliary is included. The linked document below explains the award, who is eligible, and the initial supply of said ribbons and devices.
  ALAUX - Presidential Unit Commendation
  (Date: 10 June 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• Coast Guard Leadership and Management School - The Coast Guard is soliciting Auxiliarists to attend three classes of the Leadership and Management School (LAMS). This is a 5-day resident course, and the classes will be held at TRACEN Yorktown, TRACEN Petaluma and the Coast Guard Academy. The Auxiliary is guaranteed three slots in each class. Please read the message linked below from Gail Fisher Depatrment Chief - Training.
  CGLAMS Solicitation letter
  (Date: 07 June 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• Using the Chain of Leadership - “Whether you’ve been in the Auxiliary for years or are new to the organization eventually you will have a question, concern, or idea you would like addressed. Hopefully, when you first entered the Auxiliary you received training on the proper way to obtain appropriate answers. As a new Auxiliarist myself, I recently received this training and I wanted to share with you some helpful information that may assist you in getting your questions answered expeditiously”.
  
  All members should read this article by Captain Barry Smith, Chief Director of Auxiliary.
  (Date: 01 June 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• Conference ATON presentations Available - The AN Department presentations are available for download from the District's Conference web page. Caution - these files are large!
  (Date: 27 May 2006, Source: DSO-CS)
  


• New Auxiliarist Of the Year Selections - First District Commander RDML Pekoske has announced the selections for New Auxiliarist Of the Year from District one:
  
  
  “Along with Commodore Pendergast, D1 Northern Region (D1NR) and Commodore Charles Sferra, D1 Southern Region (D1SR), I am pleased to announce the D1NR NAUXOY, Kevin Cady, of Flotilla 2-01, (Casco Bay, ME) and the D1SR NAUXOY, Larry West, of Flotilla 10-20, (Caldwell, NJ).”
  
  For the full text of Admiral Pekoske's message, see ALLCOGARDONE 014/06.
  (Date: 26 May 2006, Source: DIRAUX)
  


• Commandant's message to the Auxiliary - Admiral Thad W. Allen became the 23^rd Commandant of the United States Coast Guard in a Change of Command Ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, DC on May 25, 2006. Admiral Allen had some special remarks for the Auxiliary:
  
  
  “A special message to our Coast Guard Auxiliary Members: As the finest all-volunteer organization in our Nation, I consider each of you an integral part of our Coast Guard. We simply could not meet the challenges we face or conduct the missions we do on a day-to-day basis without your selfless devotion to duty, as was so vividly demonstrated most recently in the Coast Guard's extraordinary response to the many hurricanes we responded to last year.”
  
  For the full text of Admiral Allen's remarks click to: http://www.cgaux.info/g_pcx/publications/misc/AllenAuxMsg1.pdf
  For further coverage of the Coast Guard's Change of Command, please refer to the following links (all will open in a new window):
  
  
  • United States Coast Guard
  • Commandant's Corner
  • Admiral Allen's speech (transcript)
  • Admiral Allen's speech (video - 73MB)
  • Speech of President George W. Bush at the Coast Guard Change of Command
  • Citation for the Coast Guard Presidential Unit Citation presented by President George W. Bush
  
  (Date: 25 May 2006, Source: Chief Director of Auxiliary, DSO-CS)
  (Date: 26 May 2006, added Presidential speech and Unit Citation)
  


• Compass Diversity Outreach Team - ALCOAST 287/06 solicits new members for the Coast Guard's Compass Diversity Outreach Team. The Compass Diversity Outreach Team is a group of volunteers whose mission is to increase awareness of the Coast Guard in communities nationwide, thus increasing the diverse representation of our service. Compass deploys Coast Guard volunteers (Active Duty, Civilian, Auxiliary, Reserve) who can participate in their local communities and possibly at national events.
  Read the full text of the ALCOAST here: ALCOAST 287/06
  (Date: 23 May 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• AuxChefs and Ronald McDonald House - The AuxChefs have signed on to help the critical care children and their families at the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island.
  
  Critical-care children and their families from all over the world come to the Ronald McDonald House. Home cooked meals give relief & support to them in their time of need, and gives the the parents time to be with their child during this difficult time.
  
  All AuxChefs (or those who would like to be one ) who would like to be part of this new project, please contact: Dante J. Laurino District Chief, Logisitics at directorate_ms1sr@hotmail.com
  (Date: 23 May 2006, Source: DC-L)
  


• District TCT class Schedule - D1SR's Operations Training Officer (OTO) has promulgated the following list of TCT dates. Please read and pass on to all who need TCT (Team Coordination Training). TCT is required for all Boat Crew and Coxswains, and recommended for all. TCT must be taken every five years. The class is an 8-hour interactive session.
  TCT Schedule
  (Date: 15 May 2006, Source: OTO)
  NOTE: The file name will not change as the year goes on, so you can bookmark the above link and check back frequently for updates. This item will recycle back to the top of What's New as the file is refreshed. - DSO-CS
  


• Quicker Access to AUXINFO - The AUXDATA Cubes link on the main members page now directs you to a D1SR web page. On this page, are links to the AUXINFO Cubes. These links take the user directly to the AUXINFO Cube already drilled down to D1SR. From here, simply pick your Division, then Flotilla, and you're all set.
  New AUXINFO Cubes links page.
  (Date: 13 May 2006, Source: DSO-CS)
  


• Division 2 Honor Guard at Yankee Stadium - On Friday night, May 26, the Division 2 Honor Gourad will present the colors at Yankee Stadium prior to the Yankee's game against the Kansas City Royals. This is also a major Public Affairs event for D1SR, as we promote Fleet Week, and National Safe Boating Week. All members are invited to attend, for the low cost of $10. Wear the Uniform! (Tropical Blue long) Please read the flyer for more information and how to obtain tickets: Division 2 Honor Guard Flyer
  (Date: 13 May 2006, Source: DIRAUX)
  


• Best of Web Submission Deadline - Each year, the National “I” department holds their “Best Of Web” competition to select the best Flotilla, Division and District web site. Each District's CS department is tasked with selecting a Division and Flotilla representative to the National competition. The D1SR CS Staff will accept nominations until midnight, Eastern Daylight Time on 20-May. You may nominate your own website. Please only one submission from either the CS officer, or an elected leader per unit. All sites considered must meet the AIRS policy guidelines, outlined at http://csguide.auxservices.org/2.7.0.php. Approved sites only, please. The submission to National will be made the week of 12-June, and we hope to have some recognition for our finalist(s) at the District Board Meeting on 17-June. If you have any questions, contact the DSO-CS.
  (Date: 13 May 2006, Source: DSO-CS)
  


• First District Auxiliary Mission Excellence Award - Admiral Pekoske, District Commander, has announced the recipients of the first Auxiliary Mission Excellence Awards. In First District, Northern Region, the recipients are Floilla 11-01 of Chatham, MA. In First Distrct, Southern Region it was Flotilla 2-02 of Sandy Hook, New Jersey.
  
  “Over the past several months, Flotilla 2-02 devoted significant effort to enhancing readiness and emergency preparedness by hosting ICS 100/200/700/800 training classes, and conducting a successful emergency response tabletop exercise.  They provided exceptional support to CG operations by conducting numerous safety and MDA patrols, hosting public education courses, conducting vessel examinations, participating in the sea scouts training program, hosting CPR certification training, and supporting of operations at Station Sandy Hook by serving as communications watchstanders.”
  
  Read the full text of the message announcing the awards - Award Message
  (Date: 08 May 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• District Store Changes - I am very pleased to announce a new change in the operation of our District Store. The District Store will now actually be run by the Coast Guard Auxiliary Association at the AuxCen. You may now purchase online using either the link from our web site (http://www.cgaux1sr.org) or the National web site (http://www.shopauxiliary.com).
  Please click on the following link for the full text of the announcement.
  District Store Changes
  (Date: 07 May 2006, Source: VCO)
  


• AUXCEN Order Form - A new order form has been posted for ordering items from the National Auxiliary Store at the Auxiliary Center (AUXCEN). Use this form for ordering insignia, ribbons, patrol items, etc.
  AUXCEN Order Form
  (Date: 29 April 2006, Source: VCO)
  


• Change to PSI Process - Vice Admiral Thad Allen has issued ALCOAST 231/06 regarding changes to the Auxiliary PSI process. This is important information for all members. Please click on the link above to see the message.
  (Date: 24 April 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• Springtime Safety Message - The Commandant has issued the annual Springtime Safety Message as ALCOAST 212/06. Please click on the link to see the message.
  (Date: 12 April 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• Conference Presentations Online - The first of the Conference Presentations are now posted to the District Website. Please follow the link for one-stop-shopping for the presentations. Note that some of these files are large, and may require your computer to have compatible software.
  Conference Presentations Web Page
  (Date: 1 April 2006, Source: DSO-CS)
  


• AuxChef Update - The AuxChef Program is moving ahead with two new stations coming on line. We welcome ActNY and StaNY to our growing network. The AuxChef Program is a “support” function to assist the FS (Food Service personnel) on station or on cutters. The AuxChefs use USCG FS Guidelines under direct supervision of USCG personnel. We use the same manual , with both USCG & AuxChef training. A National AuxChef Procedure Guide is in development, and will focus on Auxiliary procedure / protocols only. All cooking, cleaning, and safety procedures come directly from the USCG FS manual.
  If you are interested in joining a new and exciting program please contact Mr. Bobby Madison AuxChef Chairman 1SR at bmadison1@hotmail.com.
  (Date: 29 March 2006, Source: DC-L)
  


• Conference Program - Click on the link below to see the program for this weekend's District Conference at the Mystic Marriott in Connecticut.
  Conference Program
  (Date: 20 March 2006, Source: DC-L)
  


• Aux Chef Classes - There are still plenty of seats left for the Aux Chef session at the District Conference. Please come on by and learn about this highly lauded program.
  (Date: 20 March 2006, Source: DC-L)
  


• Women's Tunic Orders - Please click on the link below to access the new women's tunic order form.
  Tunic Order Form
  (Date: 20 March 2006, Source: DC-L)
  


• District Store - Your First Southern District Store will be at the District Conference March 24-26, 2006. Until then, and after the conference until April 1, 2006, the online and fax store is closed.
  (Date: 20 March 2006, Source: DSO-MA)
  


• Fleet Week 2006 - Volunteers are requested to participate in Fleet Week. If you are interested in participating read the linked Fleet Week Notice and sign up using the Signup Form.
  Fleet Week Notice
  Sign-up Form
  (Date: 13 March 2006, Source: DIRAUX)
  


• U.S. Coast Guard Band - The US Coast Guard Band is presenting several concerts in and near the D1SR area during late March and early April. The Band tours on a 5-year rotation, and will not be back in this area until 2011. The concerts are free, but you must obtain tickets for the concerts. If a group of Auxiliarists attend a performance in uniform, contact the Band at the performance, and they will recognize the Auxiliary during the performance.
  Click here - For a Calendar of the Band's Performances and instructions on obtaining tickets.
  Also, the USCG Concert Band is performing in a free concert at the CG Academy on the afternoon of March 26, just after the D1SR Board meeting. Click here for details.
  (Date: 13 March 2006, Source: DSO-CS)
  


• District Conference Update - VCO Tom Venezio has issued an update regarding the District Conference, coming up in just two weeks. Also see the announcement further down this page.
  
  Click on this link for the Conference Update.
  (Date: 06 Mar 2006, Source: VCO)
  


• PSI Update - Action Required - Effective immediately, all members who need to submit a Direct Operational (DO) Personal Security (PSI) Package may do so. Those who need to submit a DO PSI include: Boat Crew, Coxswains, Watchstanders, Pilots, Air Observers, Aircrew, and others as directed. Please read the linked message from Commander Young:
  PSI Update - Action Required
  (Date: 17 February 2006, Source: DIRAUX)
  


• Over The Bow - The Winter 2006 edition of Over The Bow will be in your mailbox shortly. In the meantime, please enjoy this electronic version from the comfort of your computer screen.
  Over The Bow, Winter 2006
  (Date: 15 February 2006, Source: VCO)
  


• E-mail Guidelines - At the January District Staff meeting, a set of guidelines was developed for efficient use of e-mail correspondence. This document is provided as guidance to all Auxiliarists in D1SR. E-mail is an outstanding tool for communications when used properly and appropriately. Your conscientious use of these guidelines is essential.
  E-Mail Guidelines.
  (Date: 09 February 2006, Source: VCO)
  


• Guidance on Sending Correspondence At the recent N-Train sessions in St. Louis, information was shared regarding the proper ways to send correspondence via or through the Chain of Leadership and Management. The linked document here is valuable reading for all members, whether in a position of leadership or not.
  Guidance on Sending Correspondence VIA/THRU the Chain of Leadership and Management
  (Date: 08 February 2006, Source: DCO)
  


• 2005 Workshops and REYR Status - the Chief Director has issued a statement regarding REYR status for members who missed taking the 2005 mandatory workshops. Please click on the link below to access the ALAUX message.
  2005 WORKSHOPS AND REYR STATUS -005/06
  (Date: 04 February 2006, Source: CHDIRAUX)
  


• Maternity ODU now available - An announcement was made regarding the availbility of the ODU uniform for maternity wear. Please use the following links for more information:
  
  D1SR mail list posting of the ALCOAST
  UDC (Uniform Distribution Center) information on maternity uniforms
  (Date: 03 February 2006, Source: DIRAUX)
  


• District Conference - Below is a link to the 2006 District Conference Announcement. This information will be mailed in "hard copy" within the next week.
  
  Hotel reservations can be made immediately. The online registration service will open within the next day or so. Members can register online at http://www.cmiregistration.com/user/org/program.jxp?org=9004&id=47242
  
  Click on this link for the Conference Announcement, if you prefer to print and mail the form.
  (Date: 20 Jan 2006, Source: VCO)
  


• District Store - Members are reminded that the District Store is up and running. Orders can be placed online through the District web site, faxed in at 518-597-9777 or mailed to DSO-MA, PO Box 272, Crown Point, NY 12928.
  A notice which can be printed for your unit is available here: www.cgaux1sr.org/PDFs/2006/StoreNotice1-06.pdf
  (Date: 20 Jan 2006, Source: DSO-MA)
  


• National Safe Boating Week - Trudy Bopp has provided information on the 2006 NSBW and the Kitty Shannon Trophy. Please download this file: http://www.cgaux1sr.org/PDFs/2006/NSBW_2006.pdf, post and distribute to all members.
  (Date: 14 Jan 2006, Source: NSBW Chair)
  


• CPR and AED Use Guidelines - Guidelines for the use of CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and AEDs (Automatic electronic Defibrillators) by Auxiliarists have been posted by the Chief Director. The full text is also available at:
  
  http://www.cgaux1sr.org/PDFs/2006/ALAUX001_06-CPR_and_AEDs.pdf.

  1. In the past month, several different Flotillas have raised questions regarding the teaching of CPR by Auxiliarists, the performance of CPR by Auxiliarists, the use of AEDs by Auxiliarists, and the ownership of AEDs by Auxiliarists. Both Headquarters Legal and Medical offices have weighed in and I provide the following guidance:

  A) Any Auxiliarist who is currently certified by the American Red Cross or American Heart Assoc to perform CPR is authorized to do so. If that certification has expired, however, CPR should not be performed.

  B) Any Auxiliarist who is currently certified by the American Red Cross or American Heart Ask to teach CPR is authorized to do so including to both gold AND silver sides. If that certification has expired, however, CPR should not be taught.

  C) Any Auxiliarist who is currently certified by the American Red Cross or American Heart Ask to use an AED (defibrillator) is authorized to do so on anyone indicating need of an AED. If that certification has expired, however, AED should not be used.

  D) Any Flotilla wishing to purchase AEDs for use by currently certified members is authorized to do so. CG-1121 (old G-W) has an ALCOAST determining only which model AEDs may be used on aircraft. If an air facility carries an AED, they must follow that model guidance. Another ALCOAST will be released shortly that should identify models of AEDs that will be authorized for use by the USCG surface side. For the time being, AEDs used on surface facilities should be ruggedized (waterproof models are very difficult to find). POC for AED use in CG-1121 is CDR Monica Kueny.

  E) AEDs may be used underway on facilities by members currently certified in their use. Attached please find the most recent ALCOAST relating to use of AEDs. This message applies to silver side as well as gold side.

  http://www.cgaux.info/g_pcx/publications/alcoast/alcoast-484-00.html

  2. The next change to the Ops Policy Manual will more clearly address this subject and will prohibit the use of online training for certification in CPR and AED use. Training must be hands on.

  (Date: 9 Jan 2006, Source: DIRAUX)


• Over The Bow Submission Guidelines - The DSO-PB has published submission guidelines for the District Magazine Over The Bow. Included is a sample submission form.
  
  http://www.cgaux1sr.org/PDFs/2006/OTB_SubmissionGuidelines.pdf
  (Date: 9 Jan 2006, Source: DSO-PB)


• Memorial Service for Wendy Korteweg - A memorial service in memory of our dear shipmate Wendy Korteweg will be held on Friday, January 6, 2006 at St. Clements Church, Lafayette Ave., Hawthorne, NJ at 1100. A Coast Guard Auxiliary Service will be part of the memorial services.
  
  Auxiliarists wishing to attend in uniform are encouraged to wear Service Dress Alpha with Service Dress Bravo as an option. Auxiliarists are asked to arrive by 1030 for a brief review of the ceremony.
  
  Division Captains and District Staff Officers are asked to distribute this information broadly.
  
  Tom Venezio, Vice Commodore
  
  (Date: 3 Jan 2006, Source: VCO)