MAYPORT Fla. (November 22, 2024) – Cmdr. Steven Fresse relieved Cmdr. Justin Neff as USS Minneapolis-St. Paul (LCS 21) Commanding Officer, during a change of command ceremony at Naval Station Mayport, November 22.
While under Neff’s command, he actively spearheaded USS Minneapolis-St Paul’s path to her maiden deployment. Neff oversaw the flawless completion of Docking/Undocking, Ammo Onload, Post Delivery Testing, post shakedown qualifications, and all basic phase certifications in the following Tier 1 mission areas; Mobility Navigation, Mobility Aviation, Mobility Seamanship, Mobility Engineering, Mobility Damage Control, and Communications. Certifications in the following Tier 2 and decoupled mission areas; Air Warfare, Surface Warfare, Electronic Warfare, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Explosive Safety, Fleet Support Operations-Medical. Along with successfully completing the ship’s Light Off Assessment, READ-5, Aviation Facilities Assessment, Damage Control Material Assessment, and Damage Control-Industrial Assessment.
In 2024 the ship was awarded the Maritime Warfare Black “E”, Command and Control Green ”E”, Engineering/Survivability Red “E”, and Ship Safety Yellow “E.”
Minneapolis-St. Paul played a pivotal role in promoting Navy and LCS appreciation by attending numerous namesake visits continuously strengthening ties in the community. Minneapolis-St. Paul hosted numerous private and public tours visits to include the Mexican Navy, CNSL Deputy Commander, flag level distinguished visitors and staff totaling over 1500 visitors onboard.
“It has been an honor and privilege of a lifetime serving with the highly competent and capable crew of Minneapolis-Saint Paul, said Neff. “MSP is in good hands with Cmdr. Fresse and I look forward to seeing the team’s future successes.”
Cmdr. Neff is a native of Fishkill, New York, and previously served as the executive officer aboard USS Minneapolis-St. Paul (LCS 21). Neff will report to Commander, Littoral Ship Squadron Two as part of the Commanders Action Group.
“MSP Sailors consistently showcase exceptional performance with class and distinction, said Fresse.” “I am proud to be a member of this distinguished team. And I eagerly await our future undertakings.”
Cmdr. Fresse is a native of Hoboken, New Jersey and he previously served as the executive officer aboard Minneapolis-St.Paul.
Minneapolis-St. Paul, homeported in Mayport, FL., is assigned to Littoral Combat Ship Squadron 2.
LCS are a fast, agile, mission-focused platform designed to operate in near-shore environments and winning against 21st-century coastal threats. The LCS is capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence.
| Date Taken: | 11.22.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 11.25.2024 17:06 |
| Story ID: | 486027 |
| Location: | MAYPORT, FLORIDA, US |
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