Many leaders from the Iowa National Guard first became aware of the existence of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary when we were providing protection for the public at the scene of the spillway to Saylorville Dam which they happened to pass on their way to the Joint Forces Headquarters. Later they saw us again when we helped staff the State Emergency Operations Center with LTJG Townsend from Sector Upper Mississippi. They were astonished to learn that we were volunteers who were donating our time and talent without expectation of compensation.Representative Tymeson, who sponsored a resolution in the Iowa Legislature recognizing Flotilla 4 for its service during the Floods of 2008. She is also Brigadier General Jodi S. Tymeson of the Iowa National Guard. We appreciate the continued support of General Tymeson for our activities.
The certificate reads:
“It having been made known to the House of Representatives by its Honorable Representative Jodi S. Tymeson, that the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary 085-33-04 (Flotilla 4) deserves recognition for its voluntary service, staff, support and assistance to the United States Coast Guard, the Iowa National Guard and the Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Division at the State Emergency Operations Center during the Floods of 2008.
Now, therefore, in consideration of the foregoing, the House of Representatives does hereby extend its appreciation and thanks them for their professionalism, dedication, and outstanding performance of duty.”
Nick Critelli presents the certificate of recognition to Travis Daniels from the
Iowa House of Representatives
(U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Photo / photo by Doug Jansen)
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