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November 12, 2020

Hi everyone,

I hope you enjoyed the federal holiday yesterday in honor of our nation’s veterans. Many of our Coast Survey staff and contractors have proudly served in the U.S. Armed Forces and I am grateful for their service and many sacrifices.

Although already announced by Dr. Neil Jacobs, I am excited to once again share the news of Captain Brennan's selection for promotion to Rear Admiral (lower half) and appointment as the next Director of Coast Survey. Rick will be the 31st leader of our office since the first superintendent, Ferdinand R. Hassler, was appointed in 1816. As I mentioned in my all hands message last Friday, Rick is passionate about Coast Survey, the people that work here, and the future of hydrography. His 28 years of experience here has made him a qualified hydrographer, mariner, and manager.

I am very happy for Rick and his family and excited about Coast Survey’s future. I anticipate the change of command will occur in late February or early March.

Rear Admiral Shepard M. Smith Director, Office of Coast Survey

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