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Mathews flotilla holds Change of Watch ceremony

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 66 held its 74th annual Change of Watch at the Cole Building in Deltaville on Dec. 9. Leadership of the Flotilla was transferred from the current commander, Mike Moore, to the incoming commander, Scott Burnette. Perry Hattorf assumed the role of vice commander from James McCoig. Chief Petty Officer Dana Wise, Officer in Charge, Coast Guard Station Milford Haven Aids to Navigation Unit, administered the oath. Kevin DeNicola was awarded “Auxiliarist of the Year” for his superior performance in promoting recreational boating safety. The event also noted the retirement of Don Connolly after 20 years’ service. Connolly held many roles in the Mathews flotilla, including vice commander, commander, two staff officer positions, and boat crew. The flotilla marked an extremely productive year, with more than 3,800 volunteer hours, also logging 75 small boat missions and 460 hours underway on patrols, 107 vessel safety checks, and four public education classes. ...

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