ROBINSAFBI35-101 — Honorary Commanders Program

ROBINSAFBI35-101 governs the Robins AFB Honorary Commanders Program, including nominees, selection, management, and commander responsibilities.

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  • Publication number: ROBINSAFBI35-101
  • Title: HONORARY COMMANDERS PROGRAM
  • Date: 2024-07-31

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The publication establishes program goals for community awareness and relationships, and sets eligibility standards for civilian participants and nominees. It requires procedures for candidate review, pairing, two-year terms, program events, commander contact, and ethical conduct.

Applies to: This RAFBI applies to all base participants in the Robins AFB Honorary Commanders Program.

Topics covered

  • Honorary Commander nominees
  • Candidate selection and pairing
  • Induction ceremonies and program events
  • Commander assignments and contact
  • Ethical conduct and outside gifts
  • Honorary Commander Advisory Council

Questions and answers

Who can be selected as a civilian Honorary Commander?

Civilian participants will be selected among non-federal appointed or elected officials, mayors, chamber of commerce members, principals of local schools, Military Affairs Committee members and others who, because of their position or influence in the community, have a positive impact on public support for the base. (paragraph 3)

Can a newspaper, TV, or radio reporter be an Honorary Commander?

Nominees can work in a media-related field, but cannot be a newspaper, TV or radio reporter due to the conflict of interest allowing reporters unescorted access to the base and base leadership. (paragraph 3)

Who has final authority over Honorary Commander selection and pairing?

The Installation Commander will have final selection and pairing authority. (paragraph 4)

How long do Honorary Commanders serve?

Honorary Commanders will serve for a period of two years. (paragraph 4)

When can an Honorary Commander be removed early?

Honorary Commanders can be removed from the program early if there is little or no activity between the Honorary Commander and his or her counterpart. Removal is at the discretion of the Installation Commander. (paragraph 4)

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