Flotilla 4-8 celebrates another year of service

On January 28, U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 4-8 in Hamlin celebrated its Change of Watch at Carmestro's Restaurant in Hilton. Following dinner, the 2005 Commander and Vice Commander presented 2005 Flotilla Awards to the following:

  • Vice-Commander's Award - Staff Officer of the Year - Sandra J. Popowych
  • Vice-Commander's Award - Staff Officer of the Year - Sandra J. Popowych
  • Special Recognition - Notorious Achievement for Publications & Media Relations - Lee Kinnard
  • Richard Larnder Station Keepers Award - Gordon F. Smith
  • Gordon Shakotko & Howard Gaiger Operations Award - Peter J. Urgola
  • Fred Kenney Vessel Examination & Program Visitor Award - Richard Popowych
  • William Cannon & Daniel Casey Public Education Award - Roger D. Howlett

Division Awards

  • Division 4 Public Education Award 2005 - Roger Howlett
  • Division 4 Personnel Services Award 2005 - Bonnie Howlett
  • Division 4 Publications 2005 - Eagle's Nest, Lee Kinnard
  • Division 4 Career Counseling 2005 - Ann Roller

March 5, 2006