Flotilla Reports

The following reports were received from the Flotillas'

Flotilla 41:(July report)

Flotilla 41 performed VSC's at Anderson Lake on 14 June 2009 from 0800 hrs. to 1400 hrs. Thirty VSC's were performed during the day. Several request for boating safety pamphlets were distributed from the PA trailer. Park Rangers request the Flotilla to return to perform VSC's for the Fourth of July weekend.

Flotilla 43:(July report)

	FSO-PE: We had a successful ABS class on Sat, June 6^th. 8 students showed up, including one Auxiliarist. Feedback from the students have been positive. Class went smoothly, but a bit overtime.
	FSO-PS: Nothing new to report.
	OPS: Aux vessel Lifesavers participated in a training patrol with the Gold Side near YBI, June 11^th.
	FSO-MT: TCT/OPS refreshers took place after our June 9^th meeting. An Auxiliarist from Wash. State was also in attendance. AUXINFO training to follow afterwards, for post-July meeting. Sexual Harassment Prevention scheduled for Sept.
	FSO-CS: Having technical difficulties updating website; the only outdated info is the meeting time/place. Otherwise, everything’s up-to-date. Questions/comments, please contact Derek Chan.
	FSO-FN: next year’s dues will be collected in July. Deadline to pay is end of July.

MISC: We are thinking of doing a field trip in Sept. as part of our flotilla fellowship activities.

Flotilla 46:(July report)

	Officers present: FC: Wilcox, VE: Whitehead, NS: Robechau, OP: R. Graham, IS: C. Graham, DV: A. Atienza
	19:35 Call to order, Pledge of Allegiance, Quorum established 19:37 May Minutes approved; Proceeded with staff reports. AN: South Bay ATONS 7 PATONS are finished for this year. IS: An issue has surfaced regarding the proper way to report your "99" hrs on the 7029 form. I t seems a member complained to SO-IS Hinmers. This will soon be clarified in a forthcoming e-mail. OP: 2nd TCT & 1st OP's workshop is complete. 2 safety patrols, working with station SF were successful, another safety patrol is scheduled for the 16th of July. Discussed requirements for Marine Safety Ribbon. PA/DV: Handout furnished to membership, & will also be sent to all via e-mail. VE: no report 20:00 Old Business: Previously tables motion to charge a nominal annual fee for renting space at the Dock Town Flotilla House Passed. Phone Tree will be updated e-mail explaining the process will be forthcoming. Work on the Tower is progressing, updates forthcoming in e-mails. New Business: None 20:12 Motion to adjourn passed
	Awards: J. Robichau 15 yr service award, B. & F. Graham 1500 crew hrs, B. & F. Graham both received the Annual Performance Award.

Flotilla 48: ( September report)

1. Our August Meeting was held on Sept 9^th. Presentation was made on the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and reviewed the Chinese Marine Police Cadet visit to the Academy and Barque Eagle, as well as the North Pacific Coast Guard Forum MMEX exercise held at Port Angeles, WA.

2. Nominating committee for 2010 Flotilla Elected Officers are Jimmin Chang, Lynn Haydis and Jerry Siegfried. At this time, FC candidate is Brian O’Mara, and VFC candidates are Dennis Wahler and Bill Shepard. Election will be held in our November meeting, on Nov 11^th.

3. Staff Reports were as follows:

Prevention [PE, VE, PV, MS, CGA]: (1) Our Fall BS&S course is scheduled for 17SEP to 12NOV. There are only 3 sign ups so far. More publicity will be done this weekend. (2) Two members attended PCA fair ICS-210 course. (3) One member is working on his RBS Program Visitor qualification. (4) One member is working on his Marine Safety Specialist qualification. He has recently passed the Intro to Marine Safety and Environmental Protection on-line course.

Response [AV, CM, OP, NS]: (1) We are in the progress of making plans for Fleet Week patrol. (2) North Pacific Coast Guard Forum MMEX exercise was held in Port Angeles, WA in August. Jimmin Chang served as the Chinese interpreter, and another Auxiliarist in our District, J.R. Stafford served as exercise controller.

Member Services [CS, FN, IS, MA, MT, PA, PB, PS, SR, Diversity]: (1) Twelve of our fifteen members has paid their 2010 membership dues. (2) Members are encouraged to submit all their hours, including administrative hours. (3) One member is scheduled to take the AUXPAT exam this week, and another for the AUXCOM exam next week. (4) Needs to resolve issue with the AUXSCE course held by Division 1 earlier this year. One member attended the class is not sure if she passed the exam or will have to re-take the exam. (5) Contacted one prospective member inquiry received from National. But he is not returning e-mails nor phone calls.

Flotilla 49:(August Report)

Attendees : A. Chetham, J. Higuchi, J. Esteban, R. Goldmann, J. Duran and guests J. Pereira, N. Macias, Blaine Nibley, David Patrick

Approval of minutes of previous meeting, done
Introduction of guests : Jose Pereira has received the letter from DIRAUX with status of applicant, and issued ID number. Norlan Macias a prospective member also attended, received an application packet, and had his fingerprints taken.
Staff reports : J. Higuchi (AN) reported that PATON mission for the year is completed. A. Chetham (CS) currently working in updates to our web site. He mentioned he is moving to Colorado, but agreed to pay his dues and stay as member through the rest of the year. J. McAlwee (FN) . Letter for dues going out this month, $49 if paid by 8/31/09, or $60 if paid after that date. (MA) New Cal state boating booklets available; (PE) completed Sailing class; BS&S class being planned. J. Duran (PV) 2 MDVs ; (VE) Marina Day event planned this Aturday August 8^th at Anderson Lake in Morgan Hill, with participation from flotillas 46,41, and 49.J. McAlwee (IS) we are behind reporting hours. Send form 7029 hours to K. Himmers
E. Lam has completed 144 hours of operational support
New Business – PCA Fair and courses to be held on August 15,16 at CG Island. Fleet Week to be held in October. Nominees wanted for next year FC, and VFC positions. Be sure to prepare for prerequisites. Rich Goldmann considering FC position.
Awards – E. Lam (absent) has received the Sustained Service Award, for 1563 cumulative hours, with SASA Ribbon and Small Bronze Star.
Next meeting on September 2^nd, 2009 (location to be announced)
Meeting adjourned at approximately 2100.

Respectfully yours, J. Duran, FC 49