Message posted on Stardate 01100.3 at 1431 hours
Posted by Scott Dale Robison (President).
Edict 22:
Part 1: Barry Vogtman
Almost eight months ago now there was a bit of a ‘ruckus’ in command over some inappropriately explicit posts. Part of the disciplinary process was Barry Vogtman’s demotion to commander. At the time I indicated (IIRC) that I thought the discipline was appropriate, and I still hold that. However, I also hold that people shouldn’t be punished forever, particularly when they mend their way(s).
For several reasons, not the least of which is not being an excessively large thorn in my side (HA! I kid; he’s been a plenty big thorn) and at the recommendation of his FComm, I do promote Barry Vogtman to Captain with none of the privileges of rank (only because there really aren’t any).
Part 2: Greg Hertzsch
For years there has been a constant on the WeBB, namely Greg Hertzsch. He served two terms as president, he served four terms as PDir (one of the three most thankless jobs in STF) and most recently he has agreed to serve as FComm-1. What’s more, it was during his administration, and with his own funds, that STF began it’s successful WeBB migration (earlier colonization efforts notwithstanding). I dare say that we wouldn’t have STF today if it weren’t for his (and others) efforts.
For these reasons, it is my privilege to promote Greg Hertzsch to the rank of Admiral, with none of the attendant privileges of rank.
Part 3: Nick Lackie
If there is one person in STF I admire more than any other (and there is), that person is Nick Lackie. Nick has over the past several years served wherever asked in STF, most recently stepping in to take over PDept, serving as FComm-6, and before that AFComm-6, stepping up to take over Brandywine when she was all but dead in the water. And let’s not forget his term as President, one of the least crisis ridden administrations ever. Least importantly for promotion consideration, but most importantly to me personally, he has been a good friend, unafraid to speak his mind in private but loyal and united in public.
It is with great joy that I announce Nick Lackie’s promotion to Commodore, and all of the attendant privileges of rank (which are nil).
Congratulations all of you.
Scott Dale Robison
President, Star-Fleet