Ozaukee County Guide

Ozaukee County Guide • May 4, 2016 • 3 Oostburg, Wisc. Native Supports One of Navy's Most Versatile Combat Ships A 2002 Random Lake High School graduate and Oostburg, Wisconsin native is serving in the U.S. Navy as part of a team supporting one of the country's most versatile combat ships. Chief David Struve is a quartermaster and a member of Commander, LCS Squadron One which supports both variants of littoral combat ships based in San Diego. As a Navy quartermaster he is part of the navigation training team responsible for the certification of crews aboard the ships. "Every day is a little different at this job," said Struve. "You get to go on several different ships and helping out the crew is really fun." The LCS platform has a unique manning concept called "3-2-1," where three crews serve aboard two different littoral combat ships, one of which is deployed. This innovative manning concept allows the LCS to spend more time forward deployed without overtaxing the crew, according to Navy officials. Designed to defeat threats such as mines, quiet diesel submarines and fast surface craft, littoral combat ships are a bold departure from traditional Navy shipbuilding programs. The LCS sustainment strategy was developed to take into account the unique design and manning of LCS and its associated mission modules. "This is a big command but also it is different from what I have done in the past," said Struve. "There is always a new challenge here." According to Navy officials, the path to becoming an LCS sailor is a long one. Following an 18-month training pipeline, sailors have to qualify on a simulator that is nearly identical to the ship. This intense and realistic training pipeline allows sailors to execute their roles and responsibilities immediately upon stepping onboard. "Sailors that work aboard this platform are expected to be capable of performing a variety of tasks to assist in the completion of the LCS mission," said Capt. Warren R Buller, Commander, LCS Squadron One. "The training that is required of our sailors is rigorous and difficult. This ensures that they are mission ready to defend and protect America at all times." As a service member supporting the LCS mission, Struve explained they are building a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes. Sailors know how important it is for the Navy to develop new war fighting capabilities to continue their success on the world's oceans. "Serving in the Navy is not just about helping out my country, but also being able to help my family and my shipmates, which is one of the main reasons I joined," added Struve. Through innovative planning, the design of systems, and crew requirements, the LCS platform allows the fleet to increase forward presence and optimize its personnel, improving the ability of the Navy to be where it matters, when it matters. By Kayla Good, Navy Office of Community Outreach FAST. RELAXING. INEXPENSIVE. 247569095 The Ozaukee County Express is an easy and convenient way for Ozaukee County residents to get to downtown Milwaukee. • Up to nine trips to Downtown and back every weekday • Get Downtown in as little as 30 minutes depending on where and when you board. • Now serving Schlitz Park • Free parking at five park-ride lots along I-43 • Only $3.50 each way, but you can lower your fare by $1 or more with MCTS Premium tickets and M-Cards. For more information on our services, call 414-344-6711 or visit www.ozaukeetransit.com FLAT Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Flat Roofs Can Be Troublesome! ROOFING COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL• GENERAL REPAIRS SHEET METAL • MASONRY REPAIRS • GUTTERS PERFORMANCE BY CRAFTSMEN www.dehlingvoigt.com After many Decades We know... however our Commercial roofers can help! Both long and short term. Free 15 year warranties. Flat roof trouble? Call our experts! 262-377-3997 249813016 ! #ONSTRUCTION "USINESS !NTIQUE &URNITURE !N /PEN &RIDAY .IGHT 4HE #LASSIFIEDS ARE THE EASIEST MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO ADVERTISE ! ONEWEEK AD WILL HAVE PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE AREA SHOWING INTEREST IN WHAT YOUVE GOT TO SELL 3O DONT BE SHY TELL EVERYONE YOU HAVE WHAT THEY WANT 0LACE YOUR AD TODAY

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