01/25/2022
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is a premier volunteer organization, dedicated to serving our communities and the U.S. Coast Guard. We are a unique force multiplier that carries out an array of responsibilities.
Our responsibility includes providing benefits and services for our members, including recognition of their dedication and time. Per the Auxiliary manual, "the recognition of an Auxiliarist’s service, through the presentation of timely and appropriate awards, is essential to the success of the Auxiliary program."
This month, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary City Island Flotilla (014-05-04) fulfilled that directive with several members receiving awards as shown in these photos from January 11, 2022.
Photos, clockwise, include: Jose Pena received several awards including past service as Flotilla Commander, Flotilla 014-05-04 Auxiliarist of the Year, and the 2021 recipient of the Alan Lesser Public Education Award; Joseph White was recognized for his work at the NYC Marathon and other participation; Jessica LaPaix as 2021 Shipmate of the Quarter; Stephen Marshall was recognized for his work at the NYC Marathon and other participation; Raheem Soto was recognized for his work at the NYC Marathon; and Liza Rolander was selected as New (Flotilla 05-04) Auxiliarist of the Year for 2021 and 2021 Shipmate of the Quarter. Additional members shown in each photo included Juan Guzman (current Flotilla Commander) standing on the left and Raheem Soto (current Vice Flotilla Commander) standing on the right. Bravo Zulu to all and thank you for your dedication.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary photos by Liza Rolander and David Mooney.
✍️ Deborah Heldt Cordone, AUXPA1
