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1 NAVY LEAGUE NEWS F O R T L A U D E R D A L E C O U N C I L April 2018 President s Message I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter & Passover! I want to thank all the members of the Fort Lauderdale Council for your continued support throughout the year. Our guest speaker at our March Dinner Meeting was Major General David G. Bellon, Commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South. General Bellon gave an outstanding presentation at our dinner meeting. His military career is very impressive. It was very inspirational to hear about his experiences in the Marine Corps. It was also great for him to share special motivational words with our Sea Cadets. Please consider making a donation to our Sea Cadet Building Fund today! We have been awarded $150,000 from the Mary Porter Fund for the construction of our new Sea Cadet Headquarters. These funds will only be given to us AFTER we raise the matching funds (an additional $150,000) to complete the project. Our total goal is to raise $600,000 to build the building. We invite all members to bring a guest to attend our next dinner meeting which will be on Wednesday, April 18th at 6 pm at the Coral Ridge Yacht Club. Fleet Week 2018, April 30-May 6th, is quickly approaching. There will be many exciting events during this week-long celebration. Bigger than the Golden Globe Awards is the event hosted by our council, the Enlisted Person of the Year Awards! You don t want to miss it so buy your tickets today! This event will honor Marines, Sailors & Coast Guard military men & women. It will be held at the Pier Sixty-Six Panorama Room on Thursday, May 3rd at 6:00 PM. We are always looking for more volunteers to help with all events during the year. If you are interested in volunteering please contact anyone on the board. Thank you for your support and all that you do for the Sea Services! God Bless You & God Bless America! Abiud Abi Montes President, Fort Lauderdale Council Navy League of the United States Please Note: The phone number to RSVP for the General Membership Dinner Meeting has changed. The new number is In This Issue... Guest Speaker April Dinner Meeting... Page 2 Birthdays... Page 2 EPOY Awards Banquet... Page 3 Port Everglades Fleet Week... Page 3 EPOY Awards Banquet Sponsorship... Page 4 View From the Bridge... Page 6 XO-CO US South Pacific Fleet... Page 7-8 March Dinner Meeting... Page 9 Sea Cadet Building Fund... Page 10 Social Calendar... Page 11 Community Affiliates... Page 12

2 Guest Speaker at our April 18th Dinner Meeting Chief Petty Officer RYAN K. VISAGE, USN Chief Petty Officer Ryan K. Visage enlisted in the United States Navy in July of Upon completion of basic training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes, he reported to Naval Training Command Great Lakes for Basic Engineering Common Corps, followed by Hull Maintenance Technician A school. He is a graduate of the Florida State College Sea Port Security Officer program. He is designated as a specialist in Surface and Information Warfare, also as a first class diver and small craft operator. His assignments include a tour on USS Nassau (LHA-4) and USS Normandy (CG-60) as Repair Division Leading Chief Petty Officer, and shore assignments at Navy Provisional Detainee Battalion Ramadi, Iraq, Subase Kings Bay, GA, Provincial Reconstruction Team Khost, Afghanistan, and now Navy Recruiting District Miami. His personal decorations include the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (four awards), the Army Achievement Medal, various unit and campaign awards. NAVY LEAGUE OF THE UNITED STATES Fort Lauderdale council April Birthdays Dave Warkentien 4/6 Brian Leary 4/7 Lina Montes 4/10 Brian Turner 4/15 Andrew Scheer 4/18 Oscar Romano 4/25 NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 2

3 Please Join Us for the Enlisted Person of the Year Awards Banquet Thursday, May 3 6:00pm 9:00pm Pier 66 Resort & Marina 2301 SE 17 th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL Don t miss this great Fleet Week Event! $75 Civilians Please RSVP by April 30 th Mail to: Lynn Drucker, 845 S. Southlake Drive, Hollywood FL lynn@druckermail.com Please make checks payable to: NLUS, Ft. Lauderdale Council. Civilian Dress: Business Casual, Military Dress: Summer Whites/Dress Whites, Tropical Blues, Dress Blue Deltas Hosted by the Fort Lauderdale Council We re very pleased to announce the six U.S. Navy and Coast Guard ships visiting during Fleet Week: USS Kearsarge - Amphibious Assault Ship USS Hue City - Guided Missile Carrier USS Detroit - Littoral Combat Ship USS Confidence - Medium Endurance Cutter USS Robert Yered - Fast Response Cutter USS Willow - Buoy Tender The community will welcome our visiting Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen on Monday, April 30 at Esplanade Park on the Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk. The public is invited to this festive ceremony. For more information please contact NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 3

4 Navy League of the United States Fort Lauderdale Council Sea Services Enlisted Person of the Year Awards Banquet Sponsor/Donation Form 2018 Admiral s Level Sponsorship $5,000 and above Includes 2-VIP tables at the Banquet Full Page ad in the Awards Ceremony Program Recognition during the Awards Presentation Advertisement on Navy League Website and in Newsletter Captain s Level Sponsorship $3,000 Includes VIP table at the Banquet Full Page ad in the Ceremony Program Recognition during the Awards Presentation Advertisement on Navy League Website and in Newsletter Commander s Level Sponsorship $1,000 Includes 2 seats at VIP table at the Banquet Half- Page ad in the Ceremony Program Recognition during the Awards Presentation Advertisement on Navy League Website and in Newsletter Lieutenant s Level Sponsorship $500 Includes 2 seats at VIP table at the Banquet Business Card Sized ad in the Ceremony Program Recognition during the Awards Presentation Advertisement on Navy League Website and in Newsletter Sponsor a military couple to attend the Banquet ($150) Purchase an advertisement in the Banquet Program: Full page (5 x 8 ) $500 ½ page (5 x 4 ) $250 1/4 page (2.5 x 4 ) $100 Deadline for submissions to the Ball Program is April 30 th, 2018 Purchase tickets to attend the Awards Banquet - $75 per person Please complete and return this form along with your donation to: Lynn Drucker 845 S. Southlake Drive Hollywood, FL Cell phone: lynn@druckermail.com Checks should be made payable to NLUS Fort Lauderdale Council. Charge my credit card: MasterCard VISA AmEx Account # Expiration Date CCV Name of Donor/Business: Address: City, State, Zip: Telephone: Address: THE NAVY LEAGUE OF THE UNITED STATES, FORT LAUDERDALE COUNCIL WAS FOUNDED IN 1959 AND HAS BEEN DESIGNATED BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AS A 501(c)(3) CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION, FEI# A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL FREE WITHIN THE STATE: REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE OF FLORIDA. NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 4

5 Naval History Crossword Puzzzle Invented by New York journalist Arthur Wynne in 1913, these puzzles have engaged and enraged generations. In celebration of this classic American game, we ve created a puzzle inspired by key figures and milestones in U.S. Navy s history. If you need hints, each answer can be found within our blog or via searching Across 3. What motto is famously featured on the U.S. Navy Jack? (four words) 7. Which U.S. Navy captain is quoted as having said, I have not yet begun to fight? (three words) 9. This U.S. Navy nurse was the first woman to receive the Navy Cross while still living. (two words) 10. This is the Navy term for rumors or gossip. 14. On Oct. 15, 1917, this Sailor, upon seeing a German U-Boat torpedo, ran aft of the USS Cassin (DD-43) and started throwing depth charges overboard to save the ship. He was the first enlisted Sailor to be killed in World War I. (two words) 16. The surname of the Vice Admiral who lead the Navy in the joint bombing operation, the Doolittle Raid. 18. Complete the phrase: and all is well. (two words) 19. How many times was U.S. Marine Lieutenant General Lewis B. Puller awarded the Navy Cross? Down 1. In February 1944, the Navy commissioned its first African-American officers. The twelve commissioned officersand a warrant officer who received his rank at the same time came to be known as the. (two words) 2. This female Navy Captain logged more than 1,200 hours in space when she completed four space flights: STS-67 Endeavor, STS-86 Atlantis, STS-91Discovery, and STS-114 Columbia. (two words) 4. What is the surname of the of the first Medal of Honor awardee of World War II? 5. Entered into uniform regulations for our enlisted Sailors in 1886, what affectionate nickname was given to this cover described as a low rolled brim high-domed item of constructed canvas? (two words) 6. What was the name of the first Seabee unit? Hint: It is based on the codename for the small island of Bora Bora in the Society Islands. 8. This class of carrier can move at a speed of 31.5 knots, has a crew of 4,582, and utilizes a catobar launch and recovery system. 11. When a visitor reaches a predetermined point and begins his or her approach to board the ship, sideboys are called to attention, and the boatswain s mate pipes. 12. How many stars are featured on the seal for the USS Gerald R. Ford? Hint: It coincides with his tenure as president. (two words) 13. This is the term for a naval signal, conveyed by flaghoist or voice radio, meaning well done. (two words) 15. The 1942 Battle of the was the first time in history where combat between two fleets took place solely by carrier plane. (two words) 17. Which Kitty Hawk-class supercarrier made three Pacific deployments serving in the Vietnam War and receiving five battle stars for her service? 20. A uniform based nickname for any surface Navy officer or CPO. (two words) NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 5

6 VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE March 2018 March roared in like the Lion! The Unit participated in the Annual Marine Industries Association Waterway Clean Up. The Cadets were assigned to clean the beaches and mangroves of Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park. Ranger Carmen told us that our Cadets had picked up the most trash of any group working in the Park, over 14 tons! The Cadets were divided up into several working groups. They ended the day with a picnic at the Jetty Pavillion, and a well deserved restful afternoon. The Winterfest Boat Parade Awards Dinner was held at the Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, and our new boat, the Archer, was Awarded First Place in the Non-Profit category. Our thanks go to our volunteer Staff and Cadets who worked very hard to decorate and clean the boat. A great night was had by all! Training was held at the Fort Lauderdale Coast Guard Station, and all of the Cadets were given the opportunity to have underway seamanship training on board the Archer. The Unit held our Annual Inspection on March 17, at our Unit HQ. LCDR Jeff Leibowitz, our Regional Director, inspected our Records and Training and Advancements in our new Magellan Personnel System. The Color Guard presented Colors and the Cadets were inspected by the X.O. of the Navy Operational Support Center, LCDR Dambaugh a Navy SEAL, and the Command Senior Enlisted Leader Gary Rosenburg. A promotion Ceremony for Joshua Gonzalez to Cadet Chief Petty Officer and was pinned by his Mom, and the Command Master Chief of Navy Recruiting Command Moreyra. His Chiefs Combination Cover was presented by Chief Pendergraff and Chief Visage, both from Navy Recruiting District, Miami. Senior Chief Rosenburg read the Sea Cadet Chief Petty Officer/s Creed. LCDR Dambaugh also participated in Awards and Promotions. The month ended with the Cadets participating in the Broward College High Ropes Course, and boating on Tiger Tale Lake. Respectfully submitted, LCDR Alan Starr NSCC, Commanding Officer NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 6

7 COMMANDER, NAVAL SURFACE FORCE, U.S. PACIFIC FLEET XO-C0 Fleet-Up Works By Captain Jordy Harrison, U.S. Navy Posted April 04, 2018 In December 2005, the surface force s leaders decided to transition from a traditional executive officer (XO) and commanding officer (CO) model of separate tours to a fleet-up model where the current XO relieves the CO on the same ship. The transition took eight years to fully implement. In my experience, the XO/CO fleet-up command model has proven to be a wise decision. Across nearly all facets of readiness and warfighting, the surface navy appeared to be on a trajectory of development that allowed it to move beyond the basic blocking and tackling and to focus on the high-end fight potentially on the near-term horizon. But the momentum of that upward trend was interrupted last year after a series of accidents at sea culminated in the tragic and avoidable loss of 17 sailors as a result of two collisions. In addition to formal investigations into the causal factors of each accident, there have been numerous open-source discussions questioning what went wrong on each ship, but also whether or not these accidents point to a larger problem within the surface community. As part of that larger discussion, some have pointed to the XO/CO fleet-up policy as contributing to what went wrong, and what is wrong within the surface community. Those pointing to this policy believe that reverting to the traditional way of assigning XOs and COs would ensure surface ships have better commanding officers. I applaud the community s questioning attitude, and the methodical nature exhibited in deconstructing the events of last year, to distill the lessons learned that will improve manning, training, and overall readiness of our surface fleet in 2018 and beyond. I am convinced, however, as a post-major command commodore with experience with both the traditional assignment model and the current fleet-up model, that the fleet-up construct has helped stabilize the command assignment process, strengthened our COs, and improved our overall warfighting capability. COs are ready to fight the ship from day one in command; they know their ships, their ship s complex systems, and the complex strike group tactics to employ such systems. XOs fleeting up know their ships and are known quantities having proved their leadership and management capabilities during their XO tours. I just finished three years at Littoral Combat Squadron One (COMLCSRON ONE), having served Cmdr. Les Sobol, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66) and Cmdr. Russel Meier, USS Gonzalez s executive officer, watch from the bridge wing as the destroyer approaches the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Roanoke (T-AO-155) to conduct a replenishment-at-sea. as deputy commodore and commodore. My time there gives me perspective on how well the fleet-up model works. Iconic leader John Paul Jones said in the 18th century, Men mean more than guns in the rating of a ship, and his words ring as true today as they did when he was in command of ships. With the complexity of our ships combat systems and engineering plants, and the rapidly changing strike group tactics and procedures, operational effectiveness depends on COs being able to effectively fight their ships the moment they assume command. Some have argued that there is an excessive amount of time between department head and XO tours, which may lead to an atrophy of one s mariner skills. I agree any amount of time away from the waterfront leads to degradation. However, our community is working hard to shorten the time away from sea to years. Comparing the 4-year gap between department head and XO with a 3-4 year gap between XO and CO under the old model, I d submit the comparison is not even close. As a commodore, I d prefer ships to accept a degradation in mariner skills in their new XO s, who have 18 months to work on improving their skills, rather than in new CO s, who have to be ready on day one. Once the new CO says, I relieve you sir/ma am, that individual must be ready to command. After serving as XO for 18 months, the new commanding officer has an intimate understanding of the command s material readiness and the crew s strengths and weaknesses. Whether beginning an extended maintenance availability or deployed to a Fleet Commander s area continued on page 8 NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 7

8 COMMANDER, NAVAL SURFACE FORCE, U.S. PACIFIC FLEET continued from page 7 of responsibility, the new CO has been entrenched in the day-to-day planning and operations of the ship. The Navy has taken the long view of command with the fleet-up model; we are adding continuity of perspective on past, current, and future maintenance and readiness concerns that impact every command. In March 2010, when I assumed command of the USS Halsey (DDG-97), the ship had completed its inspection by the Board of Inspection and Survey (known as InSurv ) four months earlier and just finished the Basic Phase Training Cycle. The strike group was starting detailed tactical preparations for deployment with warfare commander conferences and training events, followed by a Squadron Group Sail, and concluding with deployment certification during the Composite Unit Training Exercise. We deployed on 11 September This was roughly six months after I had transitioned from XO to CO, and the ship suffered no loss in readiness or proficiency. In part this was true because I had lived with the ship for 15 months as the XO. My time as XO enabled me to take the helm immediately. I had been integral in the qualification process for the majority of the key controlling watchstations and possessed an in-depth understanding of the watchstanding and leadership talent on board. In addition, I had a thorough understanding of the material readiness of thehalsey: InSurv and the series of basic phase certifications revealed both the strengths and vulnerabilities of the ship and her crew. I also have witnessed what happens when there is no transition period between XO and CO. Under the old system, while I was serving as XO on USS Paul Hamilton (DDG-60), the new CO reported in March 2005, roughly two months before deployment. The condensed period prior to commencing operations at-sea impacted the CO s ability to affect the ship s material condition and impact the tactical proficiency of the crew. The initial few months were the CO s first opportunity to assess the crew s performance because he had not been part of the crew as XO. That made a difference. I certainly benefitted from my XO tour on the Hamilton, and the ship and crew were better off for the continuity the fleet-up provided us. As I completed the last two weeks of my major command tour, I considered the benefits of fleet-up during my time at LCSRon One as deputy commodore and commodore. I had the opportunity to observe 25 executive officers fleet up to command. When each officer took command, I already knew each one and his or her skillsets. I knew what worked, what didn t, and how best to help them based on our shared time at the command. I am confident that my effectiveness as commodore was enhanced by my experience fleeting up on my previous ships and reinforced while being at this command. I knew each of my COs and XOs, and I knew what they are capable of doing with their respective commands. The Navy leadership of more than a decade ago knew what they were doing when they approved the fleet-up construct and the intervening years have proven their wisdom. Let us keep the fleet-up model. Captain Harrison is a career surface warfare officer who has served on a cruiser and multiple destroyers with deployments to the Southern Atlantic, Mediterranean Sea, Western Pacific, Indian Ocean, Gulf of Oman, and Arabian Gulf. He commanded the USS Halsey (DDG-97) and Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One.He is a 1992 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and holds a master s of science in operations research from the Naval Postgraduate School. His next assignment will be the Assistant Chief of Staff for Maritime Operations at Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet. NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 8

9 Guest Speaker at March Dinner Meeting Major General David G. Bellon, USMC Commanding Officer Marine Forces South We had the pleasure of welcoming Major General David G. Bellon, USMC, Commanding Officer, Marine Forces South, as our guest speaker on March 21st. We were honored to have guests from MARFORSOUTH, NRD Miami, USCG Sector Miami and USCG Station Fort Lauderdale. General Bellon told us about his remarkable career in the Marine Corps. I think everyone was extremely impressed. Thank you to General Bellon for making it a very special evening for our members, guests and Cadets. Abi Montes, Oscar Romano, Lynn Drucker MajGen Bellon, Elaine Hogg, Gary Pirtle Oscar Romano & Major General Bellon Major General Bellon LT Jessica Shafer & Oscar Romano Major General Bellon & Oscar Romano NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 9

10 Sea Cadet headquarters Building fund Please donate today! Building Futures: Together for Honor, Courage and Commitment A capital campaign to fund the construction of the Fort Lauderdale Sea Cadet Training Center Yes, I want to support the Capital Campaign to build a new Sea Cadet Training Center in Fort Lauderdale. My gift will enable the Navy League of the U.S. to provide a home for excellent youth programs that foster leadership, academic skills and civic responsibility. Please contact me about naming opportunities at the new Sea Cadet Training Center. I would like to make a one-time tax-deductible contribution in the amount of: $100 $500 $1,000 $5,000 $10,000 $25,000 $50,000 Other $ Check (payable to Navy League of the United States, Fort Lauderdale Council) Mail to: Navy League of the United States Fort Lauderdale Council PO Box Fort Lauderdale, FL Credit Card: Visa MasterCard American Express Card #: Exp. Date: Security Code: Name on Card (please print) Signature: Address: City State Zip: Phone: Name (as you would like to be recognized) form to lynn@druckermail.com For information, please call Lynn Drucker (954) Your donation is fully tax-deductible Donate on-line at: THE NAVY LEAGUE OF THE UNITED STATES, FORT LAUDERDALE COUNCIL WAS FOUNDED IN 1959 AND HAS BEEN DESIGNATED BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AS A 501(c)(3) CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION, FEI# A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL FREE WITHIN THE STATE OF FLORIDA: REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE OF FLORIDA NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 10

11 Navy League of the United States Fort Lauderdale Council Social Calendar 2018 Wednesday, April 18th, Dinner Meeting, 6pm, CRYC Speaker: CPO Ryan K. Visage, USN Navy Recruiting District Miami April 30th-May 6th, Fleet Week Port Everglades Thursday, May 3rd, Fleet Week EPOY Awards Banquet, 6pm, Pier 66 Resort & Marina, Panorama Ballroom Wednesday, May 16th, Dinner Meeting, CRYC, 6pm Guest Speaker: Capt. Todd Cooper, Co-Managing Pilot Port Everglades Pilots' Association Port Everglades Harbor Pilot Saturday, June 2nd, 4pm, Sea Cadet Awards Banquet, Tropical Acres Restaurant Saturday, July 21st, 5-9 pm, Summer Picnic at the Beach, Surf & Yacht Club, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Wednesday, September 18th, Sea Cadet Night, 6pm, CRYC Saturday, October 13th, Pursuit of Honor, Courage & Commitment 5K Run/Walk, 7:30 am, Hollywood Beach Wednesday, October 17th, Octoberfest, Lauderdale Yacht Club Wednesday, November 14th, 6pm, Dinner Meeting, CRYC Wednesday, December 19th, 6pm, Holiday Dinner Meeting, CRYC NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 11

12 Fort Lauderdale Council 2018 OFFICERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING President Abiud Montes 1st Vice President Elaine Hogg 2nd Vice President David Warkentein 3rd Vice President Alan Starr Treasurer Lynn Atkinson Drucker Secretary Sally Phanor Assistant Treasurer Diana Molina Judge Advocate General Richard Chosid Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 3:30 PM SEA CADET HEADQUARTERS Located at: 300 S.W. 25th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL General Membership MEETING Editorial staff Wednesday, April 18, 2018 Coral Ridge Yacht Club 6-7 PM Cocktails 7-9 PM Dinner Guest Speaker Lynn Drucker, Editor Jim Black Elaine Hogg Chief Petty Officer Ryan K. Visage, USN Elaine Nasta Rudy Oetting Oscar Romano RSVP Required! Call no later than noon, Monday prior to the meeting. visit us on the web at Community Affiliates M E D I A G R O U P Gold Coast Boca Life The Palm Beacher Jupiter Magazine Stuart Magazine Miami Design Broward Design Palm Beach Design Boca Design Courtney Hammond, Account Executive Cell: courtney@gulfstreammediagroup.com 800 E. Broward Boulevard, Suite 610, Fort Lauderale, FL T e xt F X Griffin Road, Suite 200 Davie, Florida Main Line: Cell: Direct Fax: Gary@PirtleConstruction.com Gary Pirtle, LEED AP Assistant Vice President Offices located in Broward, Dade & Palm Beach CGC NAVY LEAGUE NEWS 12