Capt. Brendan McPherson, chief of staff, Coast Guard 13th District, stands next to Chris Field and his wife after award Field the Meritorious Public Service Award, Apr. 6, 2017. This award is the second-highest honor given to citizens, groups or organizations to recognize substantial contribution to the Coast Guard that produced tangible results and provide unique benefits to the public. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ali Flockerzi.