USCG Aux 114-06-02

During Flotilla 06-02's July virtual meeting held 22 July 2020, some time was devoted to allow members in attendance to offer thanks and kudos to COMO Harry Jacobs after he announced he would be retiring from the Coast Guard Auxiliary on 01 August 2020 after 40 years of exemplary service. We have added the video recorded as a keepsake for Harry for all to view.

Today, 01 August 2020, marks the end of an era. Commodore Harry Jacobs is officially retired from the Coast Guard Auxiliary after 40 years of exemplary service. During his 40 year tenure, Jacobs served the Auxiliary in many capacities, especially with his leadership skills. Over the last three years, COMO Jacobs was assigned to 11SR, Division 6, Flotilla 06-02 where he continued to be a vital part of the operations and mentoring. Here is a brief recap of his history. COM...O Jacobs is a former Director, Public Affairs Directorate, of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. Jacobs has been a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary since July 1980. He is a former Director, Human Resources Directorate, a former District Commodore, 11th Coast Guard District, Southern Region, a former Division Chief for Recruiting and Retention, and a former Aide to two National Commodores. A retired Senior Management Analyst II for the City of Los Angeles and a former California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Administrator, he did his Postgraduate work in Educational Administration at the University of Southern California, after earning a Master of Arts Degree in Government and Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Studies from California State University, Los Angeles. A native of Bridgeport, Connecticut, Jacobs is married to the former Victoria Lo Nigro of San Pedro, California, who is a former Department Chief, Personnel, for the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Jacobs has been the guest Speaker at over 400 service clubs, in Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, San Diego and Ventura Counties, since 2004. In addition, Jacobs has been a presenter-panelist at the National Center for Risk and Economic Analysis of Terrorism Events [CREATE], which is located on the campus of the University of Southern California. In addition, Jacobs is active in his community as a Senior Volunteer with the California Highway Patrol, Baldwin Park Area Office, a member of the San Pedro Rotary Club, Temple Beth Ohr of La Mirada, and St. Bruno Catholic Parish, in Whittier. Commodore Jacobs’ personal awards include: three Auxiliary Commendation Medals with O Device, four Auxiliary Achievement Medals and an Auxiliary Commandant Letter of Commendation with O Device, the Transportation 9/11 Ribbon, the Marine Safety Training Ribbon, and the Public Affairs Specialist Ribbon. On Wednesday, 22 July 2020, during the Flotilla 06-02 virtual meeting held on-line, a moment was dedicated to honoring COMO Jacobs with a sendoff of comments and kudos made by all attending personnel. The meeting was recorded and shared with Harry as a keepsake from his fellow Auxiliarists. Thank you Harry for all of your years of service and friendship. God Speed as you turn the page and enter the next chapter of your life.

Meet the Coast Guard's newest FULLY OPERATIONAL National Security Cutter! After three long years to build and outfit KIMBALL, we recently returned to homeport h...aving completed ALL of KIMBALL's many evaluations and certifications. KIMBALL is now officially certified as "Ready for Operations" and we are actively finalizing preparations for our first patrol. We overcame many obstacles, including a partial government shutdown and the COVID-19 pandemic, to get this ship ready. It was no easy task and truly took a team effort to make it happen. We could not have done this without the support of so many, including our Ohana, Huntington Ingalls, the CG's Mission Support Directorate (esp. CG-093), our local Honolulu CG units, numerous PSA-1 and PSA-2 contractors, and so many others! Mahalo Nui Loa!

#MissionMonday #DidYouKnow, The U.S. Coast Guard has begun implementing new i911 technology in order to streamline the flow of information and better serve mari...ners in distress. Recently, U.S. Coast Guard San Diego had a case in which i911 was utilized successfully, saving manpower and allowing #USCG assets to remain vigilant. Watch the video to learn more!

Today we are celebrating something more than a day off from work, a picnic at a park or fireworks in the sky. Two hundred and forty four years ago, 13 colonies completed a journey that created independence from England to form these United States. The Declaration of Independence was ratified on 04 July 1776, and THIS is the reason we honor this day. Keep in mind all that took place then and now, that allows us to enjoy the Freedoms we cherish and continue to support. Happy Independence Day everyone.

HAPPY 81st ANNIVERSARY U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY! Recreational boating is and has been one of America's favorite past times for many decades. As this act...ivity grew over time, so did the need for assistance on the water, along with seamanship training. On June 23, 1939, as a result of these demands, Congress passed legislation that established the Coast Guard Reserve, its volunteer civilian component, to promote boating safety and to facilitate the operations of the Coast Guard. Groups of boat owners were organized into flotillas and divisions within Coast Guard Districts around the country. Members initially conducted safety and security patrols and helped enforce the provisions of the 1940 Federal Boating and Espionage Acts. Then in February 1941, a military reserve was created and the volunteer Reserve was renamed the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. For more Auxiliary history, visit http://join.cgaux.org/history

Fun fact: The Francis Scott Key buoy has no navigational purpose. The star-spangled buoy is used to mark the approximate location where Francis Scott Key wrote... The National Anthem as he was held prisoner on a British warship in 1814 during the bombardment of Fort McHenry. *Correction: Key was aboard the British ship to negotiate the release of a prisoner. Thank you to the history buffs who pointed that out!

Sector LA/LB Change of Command. Congratulations to both Captains!

Check to make sure your child has the correct-sized life jacket. If you lift up on the shoulder straps and it pulls up over their head, it's too loose! Make sure it fits snug and it is U.S. Coast Guard Approved!

Don’t raft up or congregate with other boats or boaters. Keep recreational boats apart as much as possible to avoid mass gatherings and to abide by social distancing guidelines. #OperationDryWater