[2018] HFOT CKO for SSG Michael Emory, Veteran US Army, Iraq (172-18) 17 NOV 18

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HFOT COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO)


The presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders has been requested to take part in this joyous event. We have been asked to ride a procession and stand a Flag Line for the veterans and families to participate in opening ceremonies presented by Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). This ceremony will begin the process of building a specially adapted mortgage free home for Army SSG Michael “Adam” Emory.
Will ask Veteran to meet the escort at 9:30 a.m. Motorcycles will leave staging location to escort Veteran to ceremony location when the Community Outreach Coordinator calls.



REQUESTOR: Alicia Wlodynski Community Outreach Coordinator

Homes For Our Troops (HFOT)

STAGING: 0900 Hours, Saturday, November 17, 2018

Schertz Senior Center

608 Schertz Pkwy

Schertz, TX 78154

https://goo.gl/maps/5jjnvo4fsUT2



BRIEFING: 0915 Hours



CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 1000 Hours

Schertz Civic Center

1400 Schertz Parkway

Building 5

Schertz, TX 78154

https://goo.gl/maps/CAEPiydmeMM2



RC: Lisa “Fancy Pants” Menard

Lisa.menard1005@gmail.com



FC: Martin “SoJo” Sojourner

silveradochevyss@yahoo.com

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and appreciated and unless under special circumstances not allowed in processions. You do not have to have a motorcycle to participate in honoring our veterans.

2. Safety First: Please remember to properly hydrate (including the night before) before any outdoor activity and to dress appropriately. Do not hesitate to take a break at any time if you feel you need to get in the shade or get indoors and always ask for help at any time. Also please do not forget your sun screen.

3. Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!

***Safety Notice***
Before volunteering and/or attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders missions we encourage you to review all safety information below. Included are some potential safety concerns to be aware of, however this does not include the full scope of all potential hazards. Anyone attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that they do so at their own risk. Neither the Patriot Guard Riders Organization nor its representatives are liable for any damages incurred on any PGR mission or event.
Funeral Processions/Escorts
EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for their own safety at all times while riding in a funeral procession.
At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block any intersection or otherwise block or impede traffic laws in any way. Only Law Enforcement officials are authorized to block and/or impeded the lawful flow of traffic.

If you choose to fly a flag on your bike you are SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring it is secured and not a danger to any other rider or traffic.


Warm Regards,
Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
Deputy State Captain
San Antonio Patriot Guard
Honor, Dignity, Respect
Cell: (562) 413-2223
bobtxpgr@gmail.com