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Sallese takes command of Corps' Galveston District

Change of Command.GALVESTON, Texas - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, held a change of command ceremony July 7, 2010, where Colonel Christopher W. Sallese assumed command of the Galveston District from outgoing commander Colonel David C. Weston. Colonel Thomas W. Kula, commander of the Corps' Southwestern Division, presided over the ceremony, which was held at the district's headquarters building.
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Army Corps of Engineers prepares for Tropical Storm Alex

Storm watchers.The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, began executing its hurricane preparations mission as Tropical Storm Alex formed in the Gulf of Mexico. The anticipated path of Tropical Storm Alex may impact facilities at the Brownsville Resident Office. The District established emergency operations June 28.
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Galveston District celebrates Engineer Day, honors outstanding employees

Celebrating Engineer Day. GALVESTON, Texas – Employees from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, celebrated Engineer Day 2010 with an awards ceremony June 10 at the district’s headquarters building, followed by a beach-themed picnic June 11 at Moody Gardens’ Palm Beach. The Army Corps of Engineers originated on June 16, 1775, when General George Washington appointed the first Chief of Engineers of the Continental Army. In that event lies the origins of Engineer Day, observed across the Corps around the June 16 timeframe.
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Maurer selected for District’s Gallery of Distinguished Civilian Employees

Herbert Maurer selected for District Gallery of Distinguished Civilian EmployeesHerbert A. Maurer, retired Deputy District Engineer for Programs and Project Management, will be inducted into the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District Gallery of Distinguished Civilian Employees on June 10. The award, which is an honor bestowed on retired civilian employees who have made a lasting impact on the District, is being presented as part of the Galveston District's annual Engineer Day Awards Ceremony.
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Pacesetter July 2010

July 2010 Pacesetter Magazine
  • Galveston District welcomes new commander – pg 6
  • COL Sallese: Safety, balance and resiliency – pg 7
  • Texas teachers visit Colorado River Locks – pg 22
  • Galveston District celebrates Engineer Day, honors outstanding employees – pg 32
  • Galveston District employee dedicates 50 years to government service – pg 38

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Gulf Region Division's
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Volunteer Opportunities

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is
inviting Corps employees, those of
other federal agencies, and those
from the private sector to consider
serving our country as a civilian
in GRD's South District.

Important work is being conducted
to rebuild Iraq's infrastructure and
a variety of specialties are required.

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