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TOWBOAT INVITATONAL On July 29th, Harley Marine Services joined forces with Foss Maritime and Sause Bros. by sponsoring the 14th Annual Towboat Invitational at the Golf Club at Newcastle. The tournament brings together almost 300 people in the towboat industry to raise funds for two deserving organizations, Virginia Mason Medical Center and the Boys and Girls Club of Southwestern Oregon. Towboat 2013 was another sold-out tournament! High-spirited guests were ready to make a great contribution to the benefiting charities by participating in games and challenges on the course, Towboat Bingo and both the silent and live auctions. The day’s events raised a remarkable $306,000 for the nonprofit organizations and since the inaugural event in 2000; we have raised $3.2 million dollars! Special thanks to those companies and individuals who come out year after year and support the Towboat Invitational. Your continued support is more than appreciated.

HARLEY MARINE SERVICES

SOUNDINGS Photo Courtesy of Ravi Sekhon

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Harley Marine Services A Full Service Marine Transportation Company

PRESS RELEASE

Tractor Tug M/V ROBERT FRANCO Arrives in Los Angeles/Long Beach Harbor

for Harley Marine Services

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - July 12, 2013

On July 1st, 2013 Harley Marine Service’s new z-drive tractor tug, the M/V ROBERT FRANCO arrived in

Southern California. This 100’x40’ tractor tug will enter the ship assist and tanker escort market for both

Millennium Maritime and Harley Marine Services in Los Angeles and Long Beach Harbors.

The M/V ROBERT FRANCO was built with the most technically and environmentally advanced

equipment available. This tug features Tier III engines and cold ironing/shore power capabilities. It also

marks the second Tier III engine on a ship assist/escort tugboat, meeting EPA’s low emission standards in

the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles. Compared to Tier 0 engines, Tier III engines reduce the NOX and

particulate matter amounts by 90%. Since Harley Marine Service’s inception, their goal has been focused on

being the safest and most environmentally responsible marine transportation company and the CAT 3516

Tier III engines are a part of that commitment.

Equipped with 6,800 horsepower and providing 91 tons of bollard pull, the M/V ROBERT FRANCO is the

most powerful tug to ever provide ship assist in Los Angeles and Long Beach Harbors. With the growing

size of container ships (14,000 TEU) and tankers over 300,000 DWT’s calling on these ports, Harley Marine

Services is committed to building higher horsepower tugs in order to accommodate them. Tugs like the

M/V ROBERT FRANCO will provide these larger ships with safe navigation in the LA/LB harbors, as well

as emergency towing services offshore.

Harley Mariner Services has plans for a second 100’ x 40’ Z-drive ship assist tractor tug to join their fleet this

summer, the M/V AHBRA FRANCO. Both of these tugs are equipped with state of the art Mackay marine

electronics, Markey tow winches, as well as firefighting and safety equipment.

CEO and Chairman Harley Franco states “the arrival of this new state-of-the-art tug boat symbolizes Harley

Marine Services dedication to the safety of our employees, protection of the environment, and to providing

the most advanced, dependable, and committed service to all of our customers.”

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Harley Marine Services Safe, Responsible, Reliable, Efficient

MENTORING AT HARLEY MARINE The benefits of mentoring are immense, and whether you’re a mentor or mentee, each individual gains insight into their career and experiences. Whether you need advice or someone to bounce ideas off of, a mentor can provide support, guidance, and inspiration. Mentors are rewarded by sharing clinical knowledge and skills, helping others succeed, and supporting the profession. Mentoring also improves employee retention and performance, and impacts our organizational culture by leading to more informal mentoring. Further, employees who have had mentors typically earn thousands more than employees who haven't. A successful mentoring program benefits all employees involved, as well as the company, due to the creation of a mentoring culture, which continuously promotes individual staff member growth and development.

“Mentoring provides us the opportunity to connect with people across an organization, share our work and life experiences and create a culture that promotes individual growth and development both professionally and personally. As a mentor, the mentoring program provides a way to create a trusting relationship with a mentee to share

insights and knowledge and to help guide and empower the mentee in their career and personal development. A mentoring relationship is a great way to make a difference in the life of others through commitment, mutual learning and sharing successes.” ~ Melanie Barstow

“Mentoring has given me a better prospective and understanding towards how to communicate processes and procedures.” ~ Wir Smith

“The mentoring program has given me the ability to participate in a multitude of classes and further my career by training to become an Auditor. My mentor has helped facilitate this training as well as giving me continual guidance and support.” ~ Rosie Chavez

“Mentoring allows me the privilege of sharing experiences with my co-workers. Whether I am the Mentee or the Mentor, the exchange of our experiences and support, fast tracks the learning process for everyone. I would not be where I am today if not for people who have mentored me, and

who continue to mentor me throughout my career. Having the opportunity to mentor others is allowing me to ‘pay it forward’.” ~ Matt Hammond

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August Birthdays Q Factor: Internal Audits - Another Year, Another Milestone

It is hard to believe another HSQE Audit Cycle has passed. What’s even more impressive is that Harley

Marine has not only maintained superior quality performance, we have accomplished this while continuing

to expand our business. Did you know that Harley Marine Gulf has grown its operating fleet to 7 tugs and

17 barges? That’s right, the Gulf operation is continuing to grow and will be an 11 tug fleet by this time

next year.

For the past eight years, Harley Marine Services has exceeded the standards of our Quality System by

auditing to ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001, and ISM standards throughout the fleet. This has been

accomplished by keeping a rigorous Internal and External Audit Schedule each year. Over the last year the

company audited all tugs internally. With a team of 3 Auditors, it has been challenging to say the least, and

with the significant growth in the Gulf and other areas, we have now developed a plan to stay ahead of the

curve.

I am pleased to announce that we have added two HMS Team Members to our Internal Auditing Team.

Rosie Chaves and Victoria Clinton will both be attending ISO Auditor Training this month in Houston,

Texas. Both Rosie and Victoria will undergo external and internal training over the next several months

and will be complimenting the HMS Auditing Team in order to keep HMS on track for Superior Quality

Performance.

In addition to our annual obligations, we will be focusing on getting the Harley Marine Gulf fleet audited as

the fleet continues to grow. Your regional Safety Managers will be working with the Auditing Team on

preparations and we will have the Audit Schedule completed by October 1, 2013.

A full overview of our Auditing Process is located in the Marine Operations Manual under section 03-080.

Jonathan Mendes

Director, HSQE

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SAFTEY INCENTIVE PROGRAM

SIP Tip By: Chris Gonyer Heat cramps are muscle spasms that result from loss of large amount of salt and water through work or exercise. Heat cramps can be cramping in the abdomen, arms or calves. This can be caused by not drinking enough fluids or electrolytes. Frequently, they don't occur until later, especially at night or when relaxing. Heavy sweating causes heat cramps, especially when the water is replaced without also replacing salt or potassium. Although heat cramps can be quite painful, they usually don't result in permanent damage. In order to prevent them, drink electrolyte solutions such as sports drinks during exercise and/or eat potassium-rich foods like bananas. SIP Article By: Joe Hoats I am sure anyone reading this has noticed the number of new hires throughout Harley Marine Services. It seems that here at Olympic I see more strange faces than familiar ones. Overall that’s a good thing. It means that the company is growing and that is good for all of us associated with Harley Marine. Assimilating all these new hires to the Olympic, or Millennium, or HMG way of doing things is critical to ensuring safe and efficient operations. Whether a crewmember is new to the vessel, new to the company, a seasoned mariner, or fresh off the beach, thorough and effective communication is key to making this happen. From the beginning, crewmembers should be instructed as to company procedures, expectations, and individual responsibilities. This is accomplished through vessel orientation; one-on-one discussions with managers or direct supervisors; safety meetings and drills; and pre-evolution conferences. When all crewmembers are on the “same page”, operations are much more efficient and, therefore, more safe. One part of effective communication is to not make assumptions regarding another’s knowledge. It is easy to assume that someone new to the company with experience elsewhere in the maritime industry will instantly be up to speed with what we do and how we do it. I saw this recently firsthand. I gave an instruction to a new hire with a wealth of experience in the industry during a landing. He was unable to comply without more detailed instruction. I had assumed that because of his time in the industry he would be proficient on deck, but his experience was in another sector of the industry where those serving in his capacity did not work the deck. Although it worked out fine, my assumption of his knowledge could have led to an unsafe situation. Lastly, it is important to exercise patience. For an experienced crew that has worked for some time together on a vessel, things tend to go like clockwork without a lot of instruction from the captain or mate. Expectations and responsibilities have been established. It is essential to give new crewmembers time to learn the system and to allow for a mistake or deviation from normal operation. When folks become impatient with one another tensions rise and people can become distracted. This compromises the safety of the vessel and crew. The company is growing and with that comes higher expectations. One of these is the establishment of a strong cultural of safety. Working together to integrate new crewmembers to systems and procedures of safe operation goes a long way in achieving that goal.

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SIP Article By: Chris Gonyer

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We all know that water is essential to the human body. But many of us fail to drink it. According to the Department of Environmental Quality, the average adult needs to replace 10 cups (80 ounces) of water per day for their body's normal processes. This figure can more than double if the person is very active with strenuous activities and sweating heavily. Here are 10 tips to help you drink more water: 1. Drink a water that has a taste and flavor that you

like. If you don't like the taste, you will not drink it.

2. Make sure that the water is clean. Take a sample of

your favorite waters to a place in your area that will test the water quality for impurities for free. Most areas have places willing to do this.

3. Realize that your brain is 75% water and that the

slightest dehydration will affect your thinking. Dehydration can cause decreased energy, fatigue, headaches, and dizziness. Your body needs water for respiration, perspiration, and to clean out toxins. If your urine is not clear to pale yellow, then you are not drinking enough water.

4. Since it is recommended to drink at least 80 ounces of

water (10 cups) per day, for the average adult, and even more if you are active, then drinking water will need to be both convenient and easy to remember. Make it very easy and convenient to stay hydrated with your water.

5. To enhance the taste of water slightly, if you need a

little variety during the day, add a slice or two of fresh lemon or lime. You can pre-slice the citrus and put it in a container to store in a refrigerator.

6. If you find that you need more flavor in order to

drink water, then add half a squeezed lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, or any other fruit. This will definitely change the flavor, yet it will still be a strong base of water to meet your daily requirements.

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7. Another great way to

get your hydration needs met, plus adding extra vitamins, enzymes, and antioxidants is to make a fruity blend of juicy water with fruit pulp. Add 10 to 12 ounces of water in a blender, and then add pieces of a whole fruit chopped up. Blend and puree the mixture until it is a smooth juice.

8. Drink a full glass of water whenever you think you

are hungry. Drink a glass 15 to 30 minutes before your meals. We usually feel hunger cues 5 to 10 times per day and half of these pangs are really thirst cues. If you eat a snack when you are really thirsty, then you will find that you are still hungry when the snack has been consumed. You might also find yourself hungry 15 minutes later. This is because you are not actually hungry at all, you are thirsty. Try as you might, that candy bar will not quench your thirst. An added bonus to this step is that you will probably find that you actually eat less and may even drop a few pounds with no other adjustments to your meals or exercise routine when you simply drink water first before snacks and meals.

9. Enlist the help of a "Hydration Buddy," basically

find a close friend or family member that you like, appreciate, and respect who you can use as an accountability partner for about 1 - 2 months until drinking water is a habit. This friend or family member can call, email, or text message you at agreed upon times like the afternoon and evening to remind you to drink a glass of water.

10. Use technology to assist you in remembering to

drink water. Set a clock or a timer to go off about every hour. Use that as a cue to take a break, stand up, do some stretches, take a little walk or bathroom break, and then drink a full glass of water or refill the water from your previous hour.

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SIP Article By: Chris Gonyer

Heat stress is an elevated body temperature due to failed thermoregulation that happens when your body produces or absorbs more heat than it dissipates. Heat stress is a temperature greater than 100–101 °F. The normal human body temperature can be as high as 99.9 °F in the late afternoon. Heat stress and other heat illness requires the elevations from mild to extreme; body temperatures above 104 °F can be life threatening. Hot, dry, skin is typical as blood vessels dilate in an attempt to increase heat loss. An inability to cool through sweat can cause the skin to feel dry. Other signs and symptoms vary. It can also cause nausea, vomiting, headaches, and low blood pressure and can lead to fainting or dizziness, especially if the standing position is assumed quickly. In severe heat stroke, you can become confused, hostile, or seemingly intoxicated. Heart rate and respiration rate will increase as blood pressure drops and the heart attempts to maintain adequate circulation. The decrease in blood pressure can then cause blood vessels to contract, resulting in a pale or bluish skin color. Heat stroke can happen when thermoregulation is overwhelmed by a combination of excessive production of heat (exertion), excessive environmental heat, and insufficient or impaired heat loss, resulting in an abnormally high body temperature. In severe cases, temperatures can exceed 104°. Significant exertion in hot conditions can generate heat beyond your body’s ability to cool its self, because, in addition to the heat, humidity may reduce the efficiency of the body's normal cooling. Heat loss mechanisms are limited to vasodilation of skin vessels and increased rate of sweating. Vasodilation dissipates heat by convection and sweating by evaporation. Thermoregulation can be assisted with shade or fans. Other things, like insufficient water intake, or lack of air conditioning, can make things worse. Working in OUR industry you may be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Depending on the type, you may be encapsulated in a microclimate, due to an increase in thermal resistance and decrease in vapor permeability. As physical work is performed, the body’s natural thermoregulation (i.e., sweating) becomes ineffective. This is compounded by increased work rates, high ambient temperature and humidity levels, and direct exposure to the sun. The effect is that desired protection from some environmental threats inadvertently increases the threat of heat stress. In cases of heat stress caused by physical exertion, hot environments or protective equipment, prevention or mitigation by frequent rest breaks, careful hydration and monitoring body temperature should be attempted. Mild heat stress caused by exertion on a hot day may be adequately treated through increased water consumption and resting in a cool place. Passive cooling techniques, such as resting in a cool, shady area and removing clothing can be applied immediately. Active cooling methods, such as sponging the head, neck, and trunk with cool water, remove heat from the body and thereby speed the body's return to normal temperatures. Drinking water and turning a fan or dehumidifying air conditioning unit on the person may improve the effectiveness of the body's sweating. Sitting in a bathtub of cool water can remove a significant amount of heat in a relatively short period of time.

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SIP Tip By: Timothy Picou

Safety Tip for West Nile Virus As we all know it is summer time down here in the south which is a dry ,wet and muggy time of year. Which is also time for mosquitos. Anyone working outside is at risk for West Nile Virus from an infected mosquito, especially if you work near the water. Mosquitos can also be found around grassy and wooded areas. West Nile is a virus that has flu-like symtoms. While most cases are harmless, people with weak immune systems can becomve very sick from this disease and symptoms can lead to death. Below are signs of West Nile Virus (mild-case).

1. Slight fever 2. Headaches 3. Body Aches 4. Swelling of Lymph Nodes

More Extreme cases have symptoms of:

1. High Fever 2. Stiff Neck 3. Headache 4. Tremors 5. Convulsions 6. Muscle Weakness 7. Disorientation

Tips on Preventing West Nile at Work

1. Always wear bug repellant when working outdoors. To be most effective, the repellant should contain the active ingredient DEET, but no more than 30 percent.

2. When using bug spray it is important to cover your entire body including your clothes. 3. Wear long jeans and boots to keep your legs covered. 4. Never leave buckets of water sitting outside or empty containers that could fill up with water.

Mosquitos love still water. 5. Dawn and dusk are the most common time for mosquitos. If you must work at these times make

sure to use proper West Nile Safety Protection.

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The Safety Incentive Program has been redone and we have a contest starting August 1st. The first person in each location to submit a Safety Meeting, JSA, Tip and Article will receive:

You can also get the PFD by redeeming 350 SIP Points through the website — www.donsgroupattire.com/harley/login.php.

We also added a new way to earn points, a Near Miss Report. A Near Miss is an opportunity to improve safety, health, environmental and security of an operation based on a condition or an incident with potential for more serious consequences. Consequence -‐ (includes, but is not limited to the following) Injury of an employee, Property damage, Damage to the environment and Business interruption.

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Lead Safety Topic Discussion 5 Points

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No Recordable Lost Time Personal Injury, quarterly 5 Points

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SIP Points are updated monthly. If you have questions regarding your points, or the program please email [email protected].

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On July 4th, Harley Marine NY hosted a tug cruise onboard the HMS LIBERTY to witness the Fourth of July Fireworks. Joined by both crew and customers, the HMS LIBERTY journeyed along the New York waterfront and up the Hudson River. As seen from the deck of the tug, the new World Trade Center is taking shape. At the site of the World Trade Towers rises the Liberty Tower in New York. The new north tower rises 1,776 feet from the street to the top of the antenna - in commemoration of the birth year of the United States of America. Harley Marine will never forget the sacrifices for freedom and celebrates our symbols of liberty. John Walls HMNY

Fremont Training in Seattle Olympic Tug & Barge crewmembers participate in a First Aid/CPR Class in the new training center.

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HMS Wellness – August National Immunization Month August is typically recognized as National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). This awareness month highlights the need for improving national immunization coverage levels and encourages all people to protect their health by being immunized against infectious diseases. The Harley Marine Services medical plan covers all immunizations (other than those required to travel outside of the U.S.) at 100%, as long as you visit a preferred provider on the medical plan. The deductible for the medical plan is waived for Preventive Care Services.

Wellness Spotlight

Harley Marine Services would like to spotlight Captain Kyle Uhl for his wellness commitment. When time allows, Captain Kyle can be spotted in the Starlight Marine workout facility. We hope that his energy is contagious and that others may be motivated by his dedication to a healthy life. Whether you have ten minutes or an hour, a quick workout with some cardio is good for your overall health and well-being. Keep up the good work, Kyle!

Important Medical Information for Harley Marine Employees

For questions related to medical claims or benefits: Medical Plan Customer Service 1-800-426-9786 www.trusteedplans.com Wellness Coaching Program 1-866-614-4244 Employee Assistance Program 1-800-854-7446 www.lifebalance.net Contact your Human Resources representative for your login information.

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The importance of prevention

Blood pressure - Get tested at least every 2 years. If your blood pressure is above 120/80, you may need to get tested more often.

Cholesterol - Discuss with your doctor how often you should have your cholesterol tested. You may need to be tested more frequently if your total cholesterol is above 200 mg/dL or if you are at increased risk for heart disease.

Colorectal cancer screening - Starting at age 50, you should get screened for colorectal cancer. Talk to your doctor about how often you should be tested and which method, such as a colonoscopy, is best for you.

Adults need vaccines, too!Vaccines aren’t just for children. They are important for adults to stay healthy. Get a flu shot every year in the fall to prevent influenza. Every 10 years, get a booster of the tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis vaccine. At age 60, get a single dose of the shingles vaccine. Your doctor may have other recommendations for vaccines for you.Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US Department of Health and Human Services, American Cancer Society, American Optometric Association

Diabetes - Starting at age 45, get tested every 3 years. Before age 45, discuss with your physician how often you should be tested. If you have symptoms of diabetes, see a doctor right away.

Oral health - Brush your teeth twice a day and replace your toothbrush every three or four months. Visit your dentist regularly for cleanings and check-ups.

Eye health - Get an eye exam every one to two years, or as recommended. If you wear glasses or contacts, you may need to have more frequent check-ups. Regular eye exams are important if you have diabetes, as you are at greater risk for eye complications.

Prevention and proper screenings are important to your health and can help you treat potential health problems before they develop or worsen. It’s important to have a primary care physician that you can see for regular check-ups or when you get sick. You should have regular check-ups about once every two years or as your doctor advises.

How often should you have preventive screenings?While many preventive tests should be done regularly, you should discuss your screening schedule with your doctor. The tests and the frequency you need them will depend on your age, health status and family history.

Resources for your health

Looking for more information on your health and preventive screenings? Your Wellness Web Portal at www.HealthWebTools.com has a health encyclopedia with information on hundreds of topics!

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Call 1-888-888-8888 to enroll or learn more about the program

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Creating Healthy Outcomes

Online Tools to Support Health and Wellness

Decision-Support Tools Empower Individuals to Manage their HealthProviding much more than just online information, the Health Web Portal o!ers many opportunities to help individuals modify lifestyle choices and behaviors that negatively impact their health.

At the heart of the portal is the University of Michigan Health Management Research Center’s Health Assessment. The Health Assessment contains approximately 50 questions about an individual’s current health and lifestyle habits. Once completed, the assessment assigns members a Wellness Score to help them measure their progress over time and a Wellness Assessment Pro"le that illustrates the top three risk factors that may in#uence their health status over the next 1-3 years.

Setting Goals, Tracking Improvements, and Maximizing HealthResults of the Health Assessment customize each individual’s portal experience, including their Online Health Coaching (OHC) program. The OHC’s personalized programs motivate individuals and provide step-by-step goals for improving health and minimizing risk factors. Other tools and calculators are provided to help members calculate and track their:

Program HighlightsHealth Assessment provides insight

into current health status and ways to improve it

Live online Nurse Chat available

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Online Health Coaching programs to

address !tness, stress management, nutrition, smoking cessation, weight loss, diabetes, and heart disease

Comprehensive drug dictionary,

medical encyclopedia, quizzes, and symptom checker

Personal Health Record to track

emergency and physician contact data, medical history, medications, allergies, and more

Body mass index and weight

Target heart rate

Blood pressure

Fertility and due date

Cholesterol levels

Health Web Portal

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Cost of smoking and drinking

Children’s growth

Heart attack risk factors

Calories burned and caloric intake

And much more!

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Human Resources visits US HealthWorks On July 18th, a few members of the Human Resources

Team visited the 1st Avenue US HealthWorks Clinic in

Seattle. Kelly Ostrem, Sally Halfon and I took a tour of

the facility, met with the staff, and spent a few hours

with Katheryn McDonald, Certified Occupational

Therapist Assistant. We had the opportunity to

complete all the different components of the Work

Functions Test that our crews are required to complete

during their physicals. Katheryn went into great detail

as to how each test was created and why it was relevant in

the daily operations aboard a vessel.

It was a wonderful experience for the HR Team to take part in

completing all the different components of the test. We took

turns doing everything from completing the 3-minute step

test, to climbing ladders and stairs, and to putting on the

survival suits. Human Resources now has an even better

understanding and appreciation of just what the

crewmembers undergo when doing these types of tests.

Thank you to our crewmembers, who consistently complete

their physicals in a timely manner and ensure Harley Marine

remains a healthy and safe work environment!

Leann Riedner

Human Resources Manager

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Join me in welcoming…

Piper Lily Martinsen Birthday: June 6th at 8:44pm Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. Length: 19 ¾” Proud Parents: Chase Martinsen and Susan Tibbles, along with siblings Jordan Martinsen and Rebel Tibbles. Chase works in Portland for Olympic Tug & Barge.

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Trax Edward Buckhalter Birthday: June 26th at 7:26am Weight: 6 lbs. 12oz. Height: 19 ½“ Proud Parents: Cory Buckhalter and Alicia Beltz. Cory is an Engineer for Olympic Tug & Barge in Alaska.

December Birthdays AUGUST BIRTHDAYS

Harley Marine Gulf Clement Mabile 8/5 Clayton Williams 8/9 Joshua Beebe 8/10 Tony Bilbo 8/17 Dearl Richey 8/23 Christopher Garnett 8/24 Shawn Rodenkirch 8/25 Harley Marine NY Kristen Steffensen 8/3 Eudoro Trillos 8/3 Thomas Roth 8/15 Michael O’Donnell 8/27 Harley Marine Services Scott Manley 8/6 Maurice Roberts 8/9 Rod Gullickson 8/11 Millennium Maritime Mark Fuette 8/8 Olympic Tug & Barge Aaron Jones 8/2 James Sellers 8/4 Kurt Zaverson 8/4 Nels Gorne 8/5 Brian Healy 8/7 Joel Gerstenberger 8/8 Ritchie Vogel 8/10 John Stromberg 8/13 Steven Richards 8/15 Larry Holland 8/16 Hugh Maffett 8/17 Kelly Lindblom 8/19 Thomas Atwell 8/24 Marek Kaszewicz 8/24 Sven Christensen 8/26 Seth Johnson 8/28 Chase Martinsen 8/28 Kyle Sundet 8/29 Pacific Terminal Services Gordon Overbaugh 8/4 Burton Nye 8/16 Kevin Buffum 8/22 Starlight Marine Services Frank Dignon 8/1 Matthew Fike 8/6 Michael Limon 8/10 Robert Mather 8/15 Westoil Marine Services Robert Sperry 8/17

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AUGUST Employment

Anniversaries

Harley Marine Gulf Cody Cameron – 2 years Timothy Picous – 2 years Preston Stelly – 2 years Anthony Burling – 1 year Joshua Hall – 1 year Clyde Hanna – 1 year Darris Jefferson – 1 year Harley Marine NY James Rogers – 6 years Harley Marine Services Todd Prophet – 16 years Jim Flies – 7 years Scott Manley – 7 years Michelle Belben – 6 years Millennium Maritime Doug Houghton – 13 years Anthony Lobro – 9 years Charles Martin – 5 years Olympic Tug & Barge Andrew O’Donnell – 19 years Brandon Chafe – 13 years James Berge – 9 years Christopher Diecks – 9 years Mark Sanders – 7 years William Elton – 6 years Richard Middleton, Jr. – 6 years David Hanshaw – 5 years Robert Sortor – 5 years Jason Esters – 1 year Pacific Coast Maritime Mark Hurst – 15 years Pacific Terminal Services Gordon Overbaugh – 1 year Starlight Marine Services Frank Dignon – 6 years Blake Cowan – 2 years Alison Allali – 1 year Phillip Walcher – 1 year Westoil Marine Services Michael Traughber – 7 years Chad Millikan – 5 years

Congratulations to Sandhya Rani in marrying Ankush Prasher on July

11th. Harley Marine Services celebrated their marriage at a wedding

shower in the new Seattle office on July 3rd. Sandy works in the accounting department as a Billing

Specialist.

Ahoy! All Hands on Deck!

IT’S PICNIC TIME! 88th Veteran Steamboatmen’s and 53rd Marine Transportation Picnic have combined to form the

www.columbiarivermaritimepicnic.com Sunday, August 4th Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park 9612 NW Lower River Road, Vancouver, WA 10am to 6pm All Maritime Families and Vendors Welcome Columbia, Snake and Willamette Rivers To contribute or learn more: Contact Kirk Bonnin: (503) 519-2579

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Retirement Planning – Second Quarter 2013 Market Commentary This year, through the vast majority of the first six months, the stock market has been like the part of a rollercoaster ride where you slowly and steadily climb the tracks, moving higher and higher until you reach the highest point. These last few weeks of June were akin to the beginning of a descent. The question is whether the coaster will continue to plummet or are we at the point in the ride where the tracks start to shoot back up again. In June, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and the S&P 500 Index both fell 1.3% while the NASDAQ composite dropped 1.5%. All three indices are up a healthy amount on a year-to-date basis but some investors may see June as the beginning of the descent. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting that took place mid-month spooked the market a bit, as some investors took the meeting minutes to mean that tighter monetary policy will happen sooner than originally believed. As a result, markets struggled during the last week and a half of the month, with the DJIA falling over 400 points. Making matters worse, first quarter GDP was significantly and unexpectedly revised down from an annualized 2.4% to 1.8%, which was well below the consensus range of 2.1% - 2.6%. International markets were not immune to the downturn in June. In U.S. dollar terms, the MSCI EAFE Index, which measures international developed markets, fell 3.6% for the month, while emerging markets continued their slide in 2013 amidst slowing growth and rising inflation. In U.S. dollar terms the MSCI EAFE Emerging Markets Index plunged 6.4% for the month and is down almost 10% for the first half of the year. Fixed income continued to struggle in June. Following a very disappointing May when the Barclays Aggregate Bond Index fell 1.8%, the index tumbled another 1.6% in June as rates continued to climb. For instance, the yield on the 10-year Treasury jumped from 2.16% to 2.52% and as every bond investor knows, rising rates mean falling bond prices. High yield fixed income, as measured by the Barclays U.S. High Yield Index, also had a tough month, losing 2.6%. That said, the index is still beating the Barclays Aggregate Bond Index, as it is up 1.4% thus far in 2013. As indicated in the past few Market Updates, the market was bound for a hiccup at some point. The market will almost certainly get spooked when there is even a hint that the FOMC may alter course. When policymakers feel like the economy has gotten over the hump and can continue to strengthen on its own, they are going to take the training wheels off and let the economy do its thing. What investors must remember, however, is that the policymakers are the supposed experts, and when they feel the economy is healthy enough to set it free, this should be perceived as a good thing. These materials are produced by Kibble & Prentice/USI Insurance Services for educational purposes only. Certain information contained in these materials is considered proprietary information created by Kibble & Prentice/USI. Such information shall not be used in any way, directly or indirectly, detrimental to Kibble & Prentice/USI and/or their affiliates. Neither Kibble & Prentice/USI nor any of its respective representatives or advisors has made or makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of these materials. Neither Kibble & Prentice/USI nor their respective representatives or advisors shall have any liability resulting from the use of these Materials or any errors or omission therein. These materials provide general information for the use of our clients, potential clients, or that of our clients’ legal and tax advisors. Copyright © 2012 Kibble & Prentice Holding Company, Proprietary & Confidential, All Rights Reserved.

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service. Note: Union members, non-resident

aliens and ferry workers of Pacific

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from the company 401(k) plan.

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Harley Marine Services A Full Service Maritime Company

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Editor: Stephanie Gullickson [email protected]

July Employee of the Month Olympic Tug & Barge Andrew Butterfield Olympic Tug & Barge would like to recognize Andrew Butterfrield as the July Employee of the Month. Andrew has been with Olympic since October 1, 2006 and has been one of our hardest workers since. Andrew has a great balance in his work ethic. He is always willing to teach what he knows and learn what he does not - a quality we should all carry in our careers. Andrew is also a very qualified tankerman who helps out with Portland, California, and Seattle barges. He has become our go-to-guy for the Olympic Tug & Barge equipment and will be our next candidate to enter the wheelhouse-training program. Thank you Andrew for all you do. Millennium Maritime Dispatch Team - Marco Vuoso, Matthew Hathaway, David Spanjol, and Charles Martin Millennium Maritime would like to recognize the entire dispatch team as the July Employee of the Month. Marco, Matthew, David and Charles have all worked hard this month and deserve the recognition. They have done an exceptional job looking for opportunities and maximizing the utilization of the tugs and crews. Their constant persistence to maintaining relaxed under pressure does not go unnoticed. For this, it is with great pleasure to honor them as July’s Employee of the Month.

July New Hires Harley Marine Gulf William Harvey – Deckhand Tankerman Kenneth Lockwood – Deckhand Tankerman James Veazey – Deckhand Tankerman Harley Marine Services Donald Cairney – Purchasing Agent Victoria Hall-Clinton – HSQE Coordinator Olympic Tug & Barge Michael Ennenga – Engineer Casey McConville – Captain Christopher Miller – Mate Scott Pratt – Tankerman Pacific Coast Maritime Mark Coulson – Deckhand Cook

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