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NEWSLETTER OF THE YEAR!
OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF STARFLEET'S REGION FOUR!
ISSUE INFORMATION SPRING 2011 EDITION: VOLUME 22, ISSUE 2 Publisher: Joshua L Andrews Published by: Region 4 of STARFLEET, The International Star Trek Fan Association, Inc. Send submissions via e-mail to newsletter@region4.org Star Trek and All Related Marks and Logos are Trademarks of CBS Studios, Inc. All rights reserved. Subspace Communicator is a publication of Region 4 of STARFLEET, The International Star Trek Fan Association, Inc. It is intended for the private use of our members. Region 4 and STARFLEET holds no claims to any trademarks, copyrights, or properties held by CBS Studios nor Paramount Pictures. All content from Star Trek including still images and character names is the property of Paramount Pictures Corporation and CBS Studios, Inc. and no infringement is intended. STARFLEET The International Star Trek Fan Association, Inc. operates as a non-profit fan club and is committed to promoting Star Trek.
TABLE OF CONTENTS From the Center Seat Between the Bylines Helping Others by Helping Yourself ISS Pegasus Volunteers Again! Regional Awards FLEET Quartermaster The FUNny Pages STARDATES – Calendar Classifieds & Commands Cadet Review
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FLEET STRENGTH
The submission deadline for submissions for the next edition of Subspace Communicator will be: May 15, 2011.
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Vice Admiral Chrissy Killian Regional Coordinator, Region 4, STARFLEET Commanding Officer, USS PeaceKeeper NCC-73200
FROM THE CENTER SEAT
I hope this newsletter finds everyone doing fine. I want to say thank you to Dave Pitts. I have known Dave for several years. He was the original CO of the USS Stormbringer that launched from my chapter, USS PeaceKeeper many years ago. As of late, Dave has been the Region 4 ShOC. Dave has decided to step down and leave STARFLEET. I wish him well and will miss him. This means we have an opening for Region 4 Shakedown Operations Command (ShOC) Officer. Duties include working with STARFLEET ShOC and new chapters to make sure the chapters are ready to commission. We also have an opening for an Awards Director. Duties include contacting chapters, assisting members with writing nominations and coordinating with the STARFLEET Awards Director to get all awards in timely. For this year, since no one has stepped up, I will handle the awards. So please take a look at the people and chapters around you (this means your own chapter too). Region 4 has a great number of members who would qualify for the awards. Please let’s recognize some of them for the outstanding work they have done. Look for more information about the awards in this newsletter. If you have problems or questions or are not sure what you need to write, please contact me directly either by phone (559-994-5511) or by email (region4rc@gmail.com). We are accepting bids for the Region 4 Conference to be held in September or October. Please contact me if you are interested in hosting the Conference.
REGIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS: LAUNCHINGS!
K'EHLEYR STATION SFR-409 (Las Vegas, NV)
COMMISSIONINGS!
USS KARME NCC-80117 (Tempe, AZ)
- Regional ShOC Director - Regional Awards Director To Apply or for more Info:
That’s it for now. Be safe.
Chrissy
Contact Chrissy Killian region4rc@gmail.com
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Commander Joshua L. Andrews Regional Newsletter Editor, Region 4, STARFLEET Commanding Officer, K'Ehleyr Station SFR-409
CONGRATS! The following chapters have Perfect records for reporting the MSR for 2010!
USS ANGELES
BETWEEN THE BYLINES
Greetings Region 4 Members! I hope this newsletter finds you in good spirits. There has been many new things. Congratulations to the crew of my old ship that I was Chief of Engineering, USS Karme on a successful Commissioning! Captain Jon Connor has a great crew down there in the Phoenix Metro Area. So much so I did not want to leave that illustrious Luna Class. If you head that way, hit him up as I am sure he will love to get together with you. You may have noticed my promotion, Starfleet has promoted me to the rank of Commander AND given me command of a former mainstay of the Fourth Fleet, K'Ehleyr Station. After her destruction by the Dominion after our Withdrawal from that quadrant, Starfleet has decided to rebuild her in a slightly modified Ournal Class Spacedock. K'Ehleyr Station launched March 18th. Doing Great so far! I hope we will enjoy many years in FLEET! If you are in the Las Vegas Valley, join on up or if you are visiting, Send us a Line! There are many areas for you to check out... Our Calendar, STARDATES! If you want your chapter event (That is open to the Region) to be listed then send an email! The FUNny Pages, which includes some original work AND a Word Search listing our 4th Fleet Installations and vessels with a Bonus of 3 decommissioned vessels from the 4th Fleet. A nice article from the STARFLEET Office of Emergency Preparedness, which I think everyone should read. It will make you think twice about your level of emergency preparedness. Next Due date is May 15th so...
USS AUGUSTA ADA USS CENTURION USS EAGLE USS KARME USS ONIZUKA USS PEACEKEEPER ISS PEGASUS USS WESSEX Let us try to get
100% Regional MSR Reporting!
GOODBYES
SEND IN THOSE ARTICLES & SUBMISSIONS! Well That's it for this issue, Cya in 90!
USS DRAGONS FURY
Onwards, ~~
Joshua
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Pretty scary scenarios. It can happen and it has happened. The question is, "Are you ready?" Seriously. Are you? I just completed my Community Emergency Response Team training, CERT for short, March 2011. I'd like to share some information about CERT and a little of my training with you. The CERT program has been around since 1985. It was developed and implemented by the Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD). The Whittier Narrows earthquake in 1987 validated the need for training civilians to meet immediate needs after ANY disaster. After the Mexico City earthquake untrained, spontaneous volunteers saved 800 people. It's important to remember that during times of emergencies people will step up and do what's needed to help others. Something also to remember - Of all those untrained volunteers that unselfishly stepped in to help, about 100 lost their lives. Why? Lack of training. CERT training is designed to prepare you to help yourself, your family, and your neighbors in the event of a catastrophic disaster. Emergency services personnel will not be able to help everyone immediately. By being CERT trained you can make a difference when it's your time to step up and help. I'd like to toss out one more bit of information. After an emergency, first responders (generally, the Fire department, Law Enforcement, and others) must ascertain their ability to provide help: Individual check, equipment check, building check, and vehicle check. The Fire Department will start a Jurisdiction Survey when they've completed their immediate station check. An Engine will roll out and drive to its assigned jurisdiction. SUBSPACE COMMUNICATOR
Colonel James C. Jones II Director, STARFLEET Office of Emergency Preparedness http://www.sfoep.org
The Captain will note everything during that first pass - and they will not stop until the survey is done. The survey takes about 30plus minutes. That's an additional 30 minutes after an emergency you won't see them. In fact, depending on how extensive the damage is, it may be hours before you see a first responder. A bit of sobering information is that you may be the first responder - with or without training. So, what did I learn? The CERT program, as it is now, has been adopted and expanded to cover all hazards. Since 1993, communities in 28 States and Puerto Rico conduct CERT training. The New York City CERT team recently sent 12-CERT Trainers to Haiti to teach its citizens the essentials of Emergency Response. There are nine units taught in the program and depending on where you live certain types of disasters are emphasized. For California, we focused on Fires, Earthquakes, and Flooding. The units are: Disaster Preparedness Fire Safety Disaster Medical Operations Part 1 Disaster Medical Operations Part 2 Light Search And Rescue Operations CERT Organizations Disaster Psychology Terrorism and CERT Course Review and Disaster Simulation
Out of the above units, the most beneficial I thought were Disaster Preparedness, Fire Safety, Light Search And Rescue Operations, and the Disaster Simulation.
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HELPING OTHERS BY HELPING YOURSELF
It's 4:00 am - Flood, Tornado, Hurricane, Earthquake, Nuclear cloud. You have to get out. Now!
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Public Information Disseminator ISS Pegasus NCC-9755 (Continued from Page 5) HELPING
Enthusiasm and cheers were heard as our commanding officer, Commodore Brian Murphy, volunteered us for another round of community service. This time, the ISS Pegasus is going to be helping several local charities, including Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Southern Nevada and Opportunity Village, with a clothing drive. Opportunity Village, which was established to assist those who are mentally challenged, suffered a devastating fire at their main location. The crew of the ISS Pegasus is assisting them in rebuilding their inventory by collecting gently used clothing and household items. Crew members of the Pegasus have already begun their spring cleaning and are encouraging family and friends to donate to these worthy causes. We’ll even help get the donations to their intended locations. This will be an ongoing project, so clean out those closets! The ISS Pegasus is looking for you! (Just maybe, this time it won’t be at phaser point! * This article has been cleared through Imperial channels for release to the general public.
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Disaster Preparedness has been one of my focuses since the inception of the STARFLEET Office of Emergency Preparedness. It is a subject which everyone should, at the very least, think about. It's a subject easy to understand intellectually, but not easy to implement. Fire Safety was an eye-opener. Not only do you learn different types of fires, you learn how they start, how they react to water, how fast they spread, and how to put them out. There's a hands-on exercise in putting out a "small" fire - about the size of an office chair. Light Search and Rescue gives you insight into what professional Search and Rescue teams do. There's valuable information on conducting Searches and Rescues as well as what to do after you search. And of course, the Disaster Simulation puts all the training together. Not only do you "play" a victim, but you also take part in being part of a CERT Operations Unit. The utter chaos of a disaster, even when simulated, makes you appreciate the training put into a First Responder. So, now what? Training. When that emergency hits the Fire Department, Police, and Ambulances will not be there. If not for hours, then days. As G.I. Joe would say - "Knowledge is half the battle." I encourage ALL members to consider becoming CERT. You don't have to do it for your community. You don't have to do it for neighbors. You should do it for yourself and your family. For more information on CERT: http://www.citizencorps.gov/cert/
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HELPING OTHERS BY HELPING YOURSELF
ISS PEGASUS VOLUNTEERS AGAIN!*
Captain Betty Schreur
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REGIONAL AWARDS
SEND NOMINATIONS TO RC KILLIAN Below is listed the awards that Region 4 will issue and send for the STARFLEET International Awards. Nominations are limited to 750 words. Please be as specific as possible. All nominations are due by April 30, 2011.
Chapter of the Year Award This is awarded to the most distinguished STARFLEET chapter. This chapter best represents the ideals of STARFLEET, the International Star Trek Fan Association, Inc., and, as a whole, represents the spirit and determination of SFI. Qualifications for the chapter of the year include promotion of the basic philosophy of STAR TREK, involvement in community and/or charitable service, promotion of activities and projects that are fun for the chapter members, solid administration, and a vision for the future.
Shakedown Chapter of the Year Award Awarded to the most exceptional STARFLEET shakedown chapter. The shakedown chapter of the year best demonstrates the qualities of and the potential to become an ideal ship or station. These qualities should include a chapter newsletter, prompt and proper reporting to their RC and STARFLEET Operations/ShOC, effective chapter structure and organization, and involvement in Regional or Fleet activities when possible. This chapter should be the one which best exemplifies the principles of the ShOC Program for developing chapters, and which best serves as a role model for other chapters-intraining.
Mothership of the Year Award Awarded to the most exceptional STARFLEET chapter that supported and launched a shuttle that commissioned. The mothership of the year best demonstrates to a chapter-in-training the best qualities of a STARFLEET chapter, and serves as a role model and mentor to its shuttles and daughter chapters. It shows chapters how to actively and effectively run their own chapter-level events, and participate in Regional or Fleet-level events when possible. This chapter should be the one which best demonstrates the principles of the ShOC Program for developing chapters, and that serves as a role model for other STARFLEET chapters.
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Flag Officer of the Year Award This award is reserved for officers who hold the rank of Fleet Captain or higher. This award is given to the individual who best embodies the ideals, visions, and philosophy of Star Trek, as illustrated in the various series, as well as demonstrating consistent support for and contribution to STARFLEET. The Flag Officer of the year takes an active role in chapter, region and STARFLEET functions and demonstrates commitment to the organization through both word and action. The Flag Officer of the year also demonstrates consistent conduct in accordance with the philosophy of Star Trek, and supports the series' vision of a positive future through community service and scholastic accomplishment (where appropriate), in addition to participation in STARFLEET and chapter functions. This individual serves as a role model for all personnel.
Officer of the Year Award This award is reserved for officers who hold the rank of Ensign to Captain (inclusive). This award is given to the individual who best demonstrates outstanding direction, a consistent level of guidance for fellow members, and leadership in STARFLEET through both word and action. The officer of the year also demonstrates consistent conduct in accordance with the philosophy of Star Trek, and supports the series' vision of a positive future through community service and scholastic accomplishment (where appropriate), in addition to participation in STARFLEET, region, and chapter functions.
Enlisted Member of the Year Award This award is reserved for members who hold the rank of PO3 through CPO. This award is given to the individual who best displays, through his/her individual contributions, consistent support for and contribution to STARFLEET, as well as a consistent level of direction, as appropriate. The enlisted member of the year also demonstrates consistent conduct in accordance with the philosophy of Star Trek, and supports the series' vision of a positive future through community service and scholastic accomplishment (where appropriate), in addition to participation in STARFLEET and chapter functions. This individual is willing to do what it takes to get a quality job done quickly and efficiently. Send Nominations to RC Chrissy Killian at region4rc@gmail.com
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INSTITUTE OF MILITARY STUDIES
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SFA FOCUS
College of Security Greg Staylor 3913 Monterey Ct Chesapeake, VA 23321-2054 Director@SFA-Security.com - IOMS - College of Security [ ] COS-101 TOS Rank Recognition [ ] COS-102 Basic Security Officers Course [ ] COS-103 Early Law Enforcement History [ ] COS-104 TNG Early Rank Recognition [ ] COS-105 ENT Rank Recognition [ ] COS-201 Convention Security Officer’s Course [ ] COS-301 Intermediate Security Officer’s Course
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Dedicated in the Memory of J. Unicorn Escobedo ANGELES CASCADE DRAGONS CUB GANYMEDE KARME LEONIDAS ONIZUKA PEGASUS WILLIAM ODARBY
AUGUSTA ADA CENTURION EAGLE GOLDEN GATE KEHLEYR NORTHERNLIGHTS PEACEKEEPER WESSEX
Bonus: Find these Decommissioned: Dragons Fury – Tikopai - Ruustai
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1 – Monterey Bay Aquarium Trip
Got an Event to add to the Calendar? Send it to newsletter@region4.org
PIC BREAK! K'Ehleyr Station's PO3 Jason Stagg is... BORGIFIED!
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- For Info Contact RC Killian. - region4rc@gmail.com
5 - MSRs Due 15 - R4 Newsletter Submissions - newsletter@region4.org - Accepting All Types Articles, stories, art, and more!
21 - Federation Day BBQ!
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- K'Ehleyr Station (Las Vegas) - MUST RSVP to attend by 5/15 - kehleyrstation@gmail.com
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“Helping” Continued from Page 6
My email address is: director@sfoep.org If you're interested in becoming an EPL (Emergency Preparedness Liaison) just send me your name, SCC#, region and chapter name. Additional links: Disaster Simulation Photos: http://www.citizencorps.gov/cert/simulation-photos.shtm CERT Training Videos: http://www.citizencorps.gov/cert/videos/ Frequently Asked Questions: http://www.citizencorps.gov/cert/faq.shtm
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You can always email me with questions on CERT and Emergency Preparedness. I'll be more than happy to answering your questions and concerns as well as getting you pointed in the right direction.
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Regional Coordinator VADM Chrissy Killian region4rc@gmail.com
Commander, STARFLEET FADM Dave Blaser cs@sfi.org
Vice Regional Coordinator RADM Jennifer Cole ussangeles@gmail.com
Vice Commander, STARFLEET MGEN Bran Stimpson vcs@sfi.org
Shakedown Operations Director Now Accepting Applications region4rc@gmail.com
Chief of Operations BGEN Joe Sare ops@sfi.org
Regional Newsletter Editor CMDR Joshua Andrews newsletter@region4.org
Chief of Communications COMM Patricia “PJ” Trotter comm@sfi.org
Regional Awards Director Now Accepting Applications region4rc@gmail.com
Commandant, SFI Academy ADM Peg Pellerin academy@sfi.org
Webmaster CAPT Jonathan Connor webmaster@region4.org
Chief of Computer Operations COMM Chris Carothers compops@sfi.org
Chapter MSRs
Chief Financial Officer LGEN Linda Olson cfo@sfi.org
Send to the RC and SFI OPS region4rc@gmail.com & ops@sfi.org
Communique Submissions
Shakedown MSRs Send to the RC and SFI ShOC region4rc@gmail.com & shoc@sfi.org
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'Region 4 Awards' – Continued from Page 7 Junior Member of the Year Award This award is reserved for members 18 years old or younger. The junior member of the year, to the best of his or her abilities, takes an active role in chapter and STARFLEET functions and demonstrates commitment to the organization through both word and action. The junior member of the year also demonstrates the potential for leadership, consistent conduct in accordance with the philosophy of Star Trek, and support for the series' vision of a positive future through community service and scholastic accomplishment (where appropriate), in addition to participation in STARFLEET and chapter functions.
Commanding Officer of the Year Award This award is reserved for the Commanding Officer of a STARFLEET Chapter. This award is given to an individual who has shown exemplary leadership and motivational skills, and helps set the direction and vision for his/her chapter. The commanding officer of the year encourages crewmembers to work hard for their chapter, and to take interest in Regional and STARFLEET activities. The commanding officer of the year demonstrates conduct consistent with the philosophies of Star Trek and promotes the vision of the various series. To be eligible for this award, the member must have been a commanding officer for at least six months of the calendar year for which he or she is nominated.
NOW ACCEPTING YOUR PHOTOS! Send in your Divisional, Chapter, Regional and Fleet Photos to be viewed on the CADET REVIEW! Send Photos and any descriptors to The Subspace Communicator Staff at Newsletter@region4.org Send them in Today! Top Picture, Blood Fever: Candi, in her Spock t-shirt, seems reluctant to beat the candy out of a Spock pinata, while "Soval" [LtCmdr Luis Valentin] demonstrates the traditional use of a "lirpa". Bottom Picture, Greetings from Risa: USS Angeles members celebrating Valentine's Day on "Risa" L-R are LtCmdr Candi Rosales, RAdml Janice Willcocks, RAdml Jennifer Cole, Captain Dave Mason, LtCmdr Goldie Chaikin, Chief Petty Officer Renee Wikes, Civilian Estela Rodriguez.
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