The USS Fort Lauderdale will be making history on Saturday, July 30 when it is commissioned as the first transport Navy ship named after the city. All rights reserved. We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services of the State of Florida by calling toll fee within the state 1.800.435.7352. Mayor Welcomes USS Fort Lauderdale on First Visit to Namesake City, Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis and City Manager Chris Lagerbloom welcomed the captain and crew of USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) on the ships first visit to its namesake city in September.Capt. Copyright 2023 Navy League of the United States, The USS Fort Lauderdale Commissioning Committee was formed to support the commissioning of the USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28), an amphibious transport dock, at Port Everglades, Florida, on Saturday, July 30, 2022. Watch, USS Fort Lauderdale Commissioning Committee. James Quaresimo, Executive Officer Cmdr. The Commissioning Committee is chaired by Fort Lauderdale resident Patricia Du Mont, who is overseeing involvement of the South Florida community in all commissioning activities. Crystal L. McFadden, combat systems officer, were welcomed to Fort Lauderdale on Sept. 15.That evening they enjoyed Sea Cadet Night at the Navy League Fort Lauder-dale Council dinner at Lauderdale Yacht Club, where they met city Commissioner Ben Sorensen, former Fort Lauderdale Mayor Jack Seiler, Lauderdale Yacht Club Vice Commodore Wil Shriner, Deputy Port Director Glenn Wilt-shire, Council President Abi Montes and Lena Montes, Winterfest President and CEO Lisa Scott-Founds, Kathy Keleher and Dawn Diehl and spouses David Founds and George Diehl, and BSO Fire Rescue District Chief Harris Henbest. It will be used to transport Marines as well as support amphibious assault and special operations, amongst other things. Celebrating the Commissioning of USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD28) in the Summer 2022 Ship Naming Greetings from SecNav Carlos Del Toro Community Greetings & Welcome Letters Ship Description Shipbuilding Milestones Congressional Letters Captain's Bio Ship's Sponsor Ship's Crest/Coat of Arms Ship's Motto Commissioning Committee Honorary Chair "Finally, if there is one thing that history has shown us from the days of antiquity it is that the stakes of the competition for control of the seas are high and for our part, USS Fort Lauderdale stands ready to deliver on any day, and at any time," said Capt. The ceremony marks the official transition of the USS Fort Lauderdale into the fleet and caps a weeklong series of events celebrating the ship and its namesake city. LPD 28 is the first U.S. Navy warship to be named after the City of Fort Lauderdale. December 15, 2021 From left, Patricia Du Mont, commissioning chair; Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz; Capt. Acceptance Trials are the last significant milestone before delivery of the ship to the Navy later this year. ", Captain James A. Quaresimo is the first commanding officer of the USS Fort Lauderdale. He served on the Navy League's national board of directors. LPD 28 is the first U.S. Navy warship to be named after the City of Fort Lauderdale. I will always stand by our service members and veterans, and honor those who continue to serve., Ship sponsor Meredith A. Berger gave the first order to man our ship and bring her to life., The Navy names ships for people, places, and ideas that are special. 954-523-3404. The Federal Tax ID number for the Council is 59-1412425. The Commissioning Committee is chaired by Fort Lauderdale resident Patricia Du Mont, who is overseeing involvement of the South Florida community in all commissioning activities. To the Sailors and Marines who will serve aboard USS Fort Lauderdale, thank you and your families in advance for the service you will fulfill and sacrifices you may endure, Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro, who spoke at the event, said. Were organizing meaningful events leading up to the Commissioning on July 30, and we plan to continue to support the ship and its crew as it goes into service with the U.S. Navy., The ship's motto, "Together We Fight," is a testament to its design as "a warship to embark, transport and land elements of a landing force for a variety of expeditionary warfare missions.". By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data. 954-849-9201 (cell), Port Everglades Department Here are some of the commissioning events that are going on all next week: . As an amphibious transport dock ship, USS Fort Lauderdale, with a motto of "Together We Fight," is designed as a warship to embark, transport and land elements of a landing force for a variety of expeditionary warfare missions. "Commissioning of the future US Fort Lauderdaleis a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bring South Floridians together to celebrate and salute a powerful bond between the U.S. Navy and the City of Fort Lauderdale," said Du Mont. PCU Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) VIP LAUNCH PARTY & FUNDRAISER FOR THE COMMISSIONING OF THE USS FORT LAUDERDALE (LPD 28) Sponsored by Allied Kitchen, Bath and Home Tuesday, May 24, 2022 - 6:00 - 8:00 PM Location: Allied Kitchen, Bath & Home 616 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Join us for an evening with Continue reading "USS Fort Lauderdale Events" PCD NORFOLK is located on NAVSTA NORFOLK at building V-88 1180 Pocahontas Street, Norfolk, VA 23511. And in turn, they should be proud of what theyve done.. This app is available only on the App Store for iPhone and iPad. (US Navy Photo by Sgt. Also in attendance on the stage is Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro, ship's sponsor Meredith A. Berger, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith, Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command Adm. Daryl Caudle, City of Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis, Broward County Vice Mayor Lamar Fisher, Program Executive Office, Ships Rear Adm. Thomas Anderson, Ingalls Shipbuilding President Kari Wilkinson, USS Fort Lauderdale Commissioning Committee Chairperson Patricia Du Mont, Long Glass Presenter Lynn Elasser, Amphibious Program Manager Capt. Here are some of the commissioning events that are going on all next week: Exhibit & Lecture by Artist Marilyn Johansen Celebrating the Commissioning of USS Fort Lauderdale July 30, 2022 Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States 569 followers 500+ connections Join to connect USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD. I couldnt be prouder of the uniformed men and women who gave a mountain of cold steel form and a heartbeat. James Quaresimo, the ships commanding officer. "The commissioning of USS Fort Lauderdale is the result of many years of coordination and hard work by our lawmakers, commissioning committee, civic leaders, contractors, industry specialists . ", B-roll from air https://youtu.be/S0C6wQs6BgY "The commissioning of USS Fort Lauderdale is the result of many years of coordination and hard work by our lawmakers, commissioning committee, civic leaders, contractors, industry specialists . The ship was delivered to U.S. Navy Nov. 30, 2021. Guest speakers for the event also included President of Ingalls Shipbuilding Kari Wilkinson; Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith; Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantlis; and principal speaker, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida's 23rd District. And in turn they should be proud of what theyve done.. Senior Chief Petty Officer Charles "Chuck" Black, who died in 2016, dedicated much of his career to the commission by serving on the Navy League's national board of directors. Bio, The Hon. FORT LAUDERDALE COUNCIL Mayor Welcomes USS Fort Lauderdale on First Visit to Namesake City It is exciting to watch the team come together and operate our ship at sea for the very first time., An official website of the United States government, PASCAGOULA, Miss. Virtual Tour and Live Q&A with Crew at Port, Port Everglades Terminal 4 Fort Lauderdale, FL, Lone Sailor Statue at Esplanade Park Fort Lauderdale, FL, Exhibit and Lecture by Artist Marilyn Johansen, Patriotic Concert by South Florida Symphony Orchestra. Christopher Matasa, Chaplain Lt. William Daniel, Commanding Officer Capt. Learn how you can support the crew, the christening, and ultimately the commissioning of the submarine that will carry IOWA's name through the next 3 decades + of service. Future USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) Set for Commissioning July 30, 2022 at 10 a.m. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (May 18, 2022) - The future USS Fort. Captain James A. Quaresimo is the first commanding officer of the USS Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale Council, Inc. Download this stock image: Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric Smith speaks with U.S. Marines from the 2nd Marine Logistics Group from Camp Lejeune, N.C., as they re-enlist at the U.S. Marine Corps Memorial, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Arlington, Va. I am honored to be the sponsor for this incredible ship.. The Navy's newest amphibious transport dock ship, the future USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28), began her maiden voyage as the ship departed from Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, Miss., July 11, en route to her commissioning site in Fort Lauderdale, Fl. James Quaresimo. The USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) Commissioning Committee is coordinating its efforts with the Navy League of the United States Fort Lauderdale Council. An official website of the United States government, The future USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) currently moored in Port Everglades, in its name-sake city Fort Lauderdale, Fla., gets ready for Saturdays commissioning ceremony. James Quaresimo, USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) commanding officer, delivers a speech to the assembled guests and crew of USS Fort Lauderdale, during its July 30 commissioning ceremony in the rain. A Pennsylvania native, he previously commanded the destroyer USS Cole. Your individual donation is tax-deductible and will help make the Commissioning a memorable experience for the first Sailors and Officers to man the mighty Fort Lauderdale. The launch of the Mighty Fort Lauderdale! 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