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 Bill Goelz 
Flotilla Commander
In recent years the United States Coast Guard has seen a decrease in the number of Search and Rescue cases handled in their Great South Bay Area of Responsibility. It was great to hear the Coast Guard attribute much of this increase in safer boating to the Boating Skills and Seamanship and NYS Safe Boating courses being taught by the Coast Guard Auxiliary. The Coast Guard looks upon safe boating courses as "SAR (Search and Rescue) Prevention". As a retired public school educator I am excited about the number of safe boating courses being taught by Flotilla 1 7. We have an excellent staff of teachers with years of boating experience and we look forward to seeing you in one of our many course offerings. For further information click on my email address above.
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|  Brian Cummings
Flotilla Vice Commander
As a recent retiree and a boat owner for the past 15 years, I joined the Coast Guard Auxiliary in April of 2005. I have received my qualifications to teach Boating Safety public education classes. I have also become qualified as a Watch Stander which has given me the opportunity to serve and work directly with the Coast Guard staff at Station Fire Island, NY. Through this venture, I have met dedicated people who have personal integrity and I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys boating and servicing their community. JOIN US YOU WILL BE GLAD YOU DID!
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 Ed Neale
Immediate Past Flotilla Commander
I retired from the Coast Guard Reserve, with pay, in the mid-nineties. I met my best friend while on duty at Station Montauk and have had several other close friends and co-workers while attached to Group Moriches. My times in the Coast Guard had good memories and I found that I couldn't stay away so I joined with the Coast Guard Auxiliary and now I work and to play with a new set of Coast Guard friends. After joining, I recruited my best friend from Station Montauk. I am now a past commander and am active in doing public events, teaching boating safety classes, riding on safety patrols, and occasionally volunteer at Station Fire Island. If you want to be involved with good people and to feel that you are serving your country come down to a flotilla meeting at the Long Island Maritime Museum, Sayville at 7:30 pm on the first Tuesday of the month.
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 Steve LoPiano
FSO-AN
I have enjoyed boating on the waters around Long Island for over 30 years in both sail and power vessels. I joined the US Coast Guard Auxiliary to expand and enhance my seamanship abilities. The Coast Guard Auxiliary, in conjunction with the US Coast Guard, offers a multitide of training courses and exercises that will enable me to acquire the skillsets necessary to achieve my goals. I welcome the opportunity to help and support the US Coast Guard in its Homeland Security and Safe Boating missions.
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TBA
FSO-CC
Coming Soon
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Dave Lackovic
FSO-CM
Coming Soon
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 Carol Maccio
FSO-CS
Over twenty years ago, I began boating after purchasing and living aboard a sailboat for about two years. Prior to taking posession of the boat, I took the USCGA boating safety classes which I found to be invaluable. Since then, I have also owned power boats and participated as crew in sailboat races on the Long Island Sound. Having lived on Long Island my entire life, I have developed a great awareness of both the beauty and fury of the sea. The Coast Guard Auxiliary programs and dedicated volunteers serve an important role in assisting the Coast Guard, environmental protection, and public safety awareness through it's various program offerings. I encourage anyone with an interest in boating or the environment to get involved and make a contribution.
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 Bob Merz
FSO-FN
I continue to enjoy extending my services to the Coast Guard Auxiliary. In addition to my duties as Financial Officer, I enthusiastically perform vessel safety checks on behalf of the boating public. Informing boaters of the importance in maintaining safety requirements and receiving their appreciation and respect for my volunteer service is a rewarding experience. I acknowledge the Coast Guard's expressed need and high regard for our assistance, both on the water and at the station on Fire Island. I am proud to be a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
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 Dorian Archetto
FSO-IS / VE
Coming from Manhattan Beach in Brooklyn I have always enjoyed being near the water and participating in the local events. Since the September 11 incident I felt I had to do my part, so I felt that the Coast Guard Auxilliary was the perfect organization. It combined my love for the water and the ability to aide other Americans. It is an excellent organization for promoting valuable information for anyone who enjoys boating.
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 Frank Rappolt
FSO-MA
After taking boating courses given by the Coast Guard Auxiliary, I felt I could aid the Coast Guard by contributing to its newly expanded mission of providing Homeland Security. As the Materials Officer for Flotilla 1-7, I am responsible for obtaining the various materials distributed in classrooms for Public Education classes, Public Affairs booths, Vessel Examination, and Member Training. I am also responsible for maintaining the current inventory of all flotilla-owned equipment. In addition to the Material Officer functions, I have also served as chairman of the Flotilla's Audit Committee and manned Public Affairs booths at several events.
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 De Witt Gorman
FSO-MS
I have been the Marine Safety and Environmental Protection Staff Officer for the past seven years. I am also a qualified Marine Dealer Visitor, and Vessel Examiner. These areas can be very challenging, yet at the same time very rewarding. You are faced with an unending opportunity on land and on the water, to meet and educate many people. My main function is the cleanliness of the waters we boat on and swim in, keeping tabs on fueling facilities as well as pump out facilities, and coming up with a solution to the problem of the disposal of marine safety flares. Several government officials have expressed an interest in this hazardous waste problem; yet still need to get involved.
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 Steve Wade
FSO-MT
Being on the water has been an important part of my life since age 18. I joined the U.S. Coast Guard after high school and served for four and a half years on a rescue tug, polar icebreaker, and buoy tender. I enjoyed my experiences so much I enlisted in the CG Reserve and served weekends and summers at CG Station Montauk for eleven years and CG Group Moriches for twelve years. Upon my retirement I wanted to continue in some capcity with the Coast Guard. Serving in Flotilla 1-7 the past four years I have had an opportunity to instruct boater safety classes, help with administration duties of the flotilla, and now serve as their Member Training officer. I hope that some of you who read this message will consider getting involved with the CG Auxiliary to help expand your nautical knowledge, make new friends, and serve your country at the same time.... a great combination!
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TBA
FSO-MV
Coming Soon
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 Charles Fish
FSO-OP
When I retired, I joined the auxiliary in 1995. After taking a boat safety course. I am qualified as Crew - ATON - Safety Examiner. I also volunteer at the U.S. Coast Guard Station at Fire Island one day a week. Belonging to the auxiliary has been a very gratifying experience.
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John LaPorta
FSO-PA
I am a recent recruit. I was introduced to the USCG Auxiliary through several members of this Flotilla for whom I would often go sailing with. I started attending Flotilla 1 7's meetings and was impressed with the members professionalism and their willingness to serve the boating community. I was looking for an opportunity to give back to Long Island for all the enjoyment I have had on it's waters. With my background in the graphic art and printing field the leadership plugged me right in and put me to work. I am proud to be part of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary and thankful for the opportunity to learn a lot and give back to Long Island. |
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Bill Goelz
FSO-PB
No, you are not seeing double! In addition to serving as Flotilla Commander, Bill supports the flotilla's newsletter publications plus does a great job serving as the unofficial roving photographer.
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 Elizabeth Arink
FSO-PE
A third generation member of a Great South Bay boating family, I began enjoying the local waters 62 years ago, having my first boat and learning to sail at 5, competing with my father in the Narraskatuck class for 22 years and participating in many G.S.B.Y.R.A. events. My love for the water and in particular the Great South Bay made becoming a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary a natural step to take. It is my wish that all those who take to these waters experience as much enjoyment as I have through the years. Being a member of the Auxiliary has provided me with the opportunity to use my teaching skills in the Safe Boating classes, boating knowledge in the vessel examination program and the operations program. It is my privilege and pleasure to work with a wonderful group of people who share a common interest and who work diligently to support the Auxiliary programs and the United States Coast Guard.
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 Jim Stidd
FSO-PS
Coming Soon
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FSO-PV
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Connie Coscia
FSO-SR
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