COMDTINST 7010.15 — Organizational Name And Terminology Changes

COMDTINST 7010.15 governs organizational names, terminology, relationships, and logos for Coast Guard exchange and morale programs.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 7010.15
  • Title: ORGANIZATIONAL NAME AND TERMINOLOGY CHANGES
  • Date: 8/21/1991
  • Proponent: CG-PSC

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It establishes CGES and CGMWR terminology, prohibits use of older organizational terms, and distinguishes the exchange and morale programs. It also sets requirements for logo use, colors, approval, and the relationship between CGES profits and CGMWR funding.

Applies to: The content of this Instruction applies to all units with exchange and morale programs.

Topics covered

  • Coast Guard Exchange System
  • Coast Guard Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Program
  • Exchange and morale program terminology
  • CGES and CGMWR logos
  • Non-appropriated fund terminology
  • Exchange and morale program resources

Questions and answers

What older terms does COMDTINST 7010.15 prohibit?

The organizational title "Non-Appropriated Fund Activities" and its acronym "NAFA," and the term "Special Services," are no longer to be used. (paragraph 4)

What organizational title and acronym identify the Coast Guard retail system?

The organizational title "Coast Guard Exchange System" and the acronym "CGES" are established for use in referring to the Servicewide system of retail activities delineated in reference (a). (paragraph 4)

What organizational title and acronym identify the Coast Guard morale program?

The organizational title "Coast Guard Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Program" and the acronym "CGMWR" are established for use in referring to the Servicewide system of facilities, activities, and programs outlined in reference (b). (paragraph 4)

How must financial and labor resources for the exchange and morale programs be handled?

Emphasize that, although both exchange and morale programs rely upon non-appropriated fund resources, they are separate and distinct entities for which financial and labor resources are not to be commingled. (paragraph 3)

What colors are used for the CGES and CGMWR logos?

All three logos are composed of red and blue colors on a white background. (paragraph 2)

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