Media Advisory: Coast Guard to present certificate of appreciation

NEW YORK – Media are invited to attend a Coast Guard award ceremony for dockmaster Michelle Boggs on Tuesday, January 10, 2012, at 3 p.m. at Liberty Landing Marina, located at 80 Audrey Zapp Drive in Jersey City, N.J.

WHAT: The Coast Guard will present Michelle Boggs with a certificate of appreciation to honor Boggs’ dedicated support of Coast Guard Cutter Ridley while she worked as a dockmaster at Liberty Landing Marina.

Prior to Hurricane Irene making landfall, the Ridley contacted Liberty Landing Marina in the hopes of topping off their fuel before transiting to the avoidance area on the Hudson River. Ms. Boggs stayed open later than recommended by local authorities to accommodate the Ridley, as well as assisting other units, local boats and ferries needing fuel.

WHERE: Coast Guard Cutter Ridley, Liberty Landing Marina, located at 80 Audrey Zapp Drive in Jersey City, N.J.

WHEN: Tuesday, January 10, 2012, at 3 p.m.

The ceremony is not open to the public but media interested in attending the ceremony and touring the Ridley may contact PA1 Thomas McKenzie at 212-668-7114

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