Host SM_Darlene says:
Prelude: Last time on ACTD Kootenai Station....

It has been approximately two months since the incident with the Mysterons and the station is back to their normal routines.  Construction on the amusement park/zoo is going well and is now 50% complete.

Captain Marek has called for a meeting in the Briefing Room.

Cast of Characters

Pablo Delsoglio as CO Captain Satok Marek
Gary Cole as CMO Commander Sovok
Kytra Seliquini as CTO Lieutenant Commander Bao’tzhu Shengming Rr’Vellan
Steve Seliquini as OPS Lieutenant Commander Rick Spicer
Juanita Wilson as CNS Lieutenant Commander Alana Torez
Eric VanSickle as CEO Lieutenant JG. Groth Masters

Host SM_Darlene says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>

Host CO_Marek says:
::Looking the working bees evolve around the  park construction site  through the observation window of his Ready Room::

CEO_Masters says:
::Assembles a monthly report of the construction project for the captain::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Returns to his desk and goes through a big pile of PADDs::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Wonders how long Bailey can watch the kids as she walks into the  Briefing Room::

CNS_Torez says:
::Gathering up a couple of PADDs and heading for the Captain’s Ready Room::

Host CO_Marek says:
*XO*: Commander Spicer, please see that the senior staff assemble in the Briefing Room in five minutes.

CNS_Torez says:
Self:  Well, since I was on my way to the Ready Room anyway, the summons from the Captain is a good thing!

Host CO_Marek says:
::Thinks:: I will check these later... ::Stands up and heads for the Briefing Room::

CNS_Torez says:
*XO*:  On my way as requested, Sir.

XO__Spicer says:
*Senior Staff*: Meeting in the Briefing Room in five.

CEO_Masters says:
::Figures it's about time for the meeting, so he heads out of Main Engineering and goes to a TL:: Computer: Operations.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Exits his Ready Room, nods to the officers in the Operations Room, and heads to the Briefing Room::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Takes a seat in the Briefing Room::

CEO_Masters says:
::Exits TL, goes through Ops, and heads into the Briefing Room::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Walks very slowly to the Briefing Room... kind of tired tonight::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Sips her tea, she needs the caffeine...kids don't sleep well at night::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Enters the Briefing Room, and nods to the CTO::

CEO_Masters says:
::Sees the CO enter:: CO: Captain...

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Nods to the CO and drains her cup::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Nods to the CEO also::

CEO_Masters says:
CTO: Commander, how are the twins?

XO__Spicer says:
::Walks into the Briefing Room and takes a seat::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Takes his seat at the table::

CNS_Torez says:
::Enters the Briefing Room and walks over to a chair, pulls it out and then deposits her PADDs on the table::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
CEO: I wish they slept at night. ::Weak smile::

XO__Spicer says:
::Pats Bao's paw and gives her a reassuring smile::

CNS_Torez says:
::Smiling at everyone as they enter::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Sees that everyone has arrived and decides to start the meeting::

CNS_Torez says:
CTO: having a little with the twins sleep patterns?

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Very well. I hope you all have your monthly reports ready... ::Raises an eyebrow:: We have a lot to cover in this meeting.

CNS_Torez says:
::Takes her seat::

CEO_Masters says:
::Takes seat::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Nods and looks down at her empty cup::

Host CO_Marek says:
All: As you may know, and Lieutenant Masters will give us a detailed report on the issue later, the park project is really advance. It is near the 50% of its completion, actually.

Host CO_Marek says:
All: This bring up an interesting topic. I consider that is time to start thinking in the park's formal promotion and advertising campaign.

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Everyone is invited to give their suggestions and ideas for it. But I would like to designate one member of the Senior Staff to be in charge of this particularly area.

Host CO_Marek says:
All: I want to give this assignment to Counselor Torez ::Gives a glance to the Counselor:: since considering her field of expertise, I think she is the most qualified for this job.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Pauses waiting for the Staff reactions::

CNS_Torez says:
CO:  how did I know you would do just that, Sir.  I would be delighted to take this project on...

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Claps::

CNS_Torez says:
CO: if there are no objections or someone else feel they can do a better job?

CEO_Masters says:
::Concentrating on his report::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Nods and smiles, glancing at the counselor::

CNS_Torez says:
::Smiles::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: CNS: Very well ::Taps on his PADD:: Counselor Torez will be the Advertising Campaign Manager.

XO__Spicer says:
::Smiles::

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Any suggestions on this topic that you would like to share?

CNS_Torez says:
ALL:  I welcome all suggestions!

CEO_Masters says:
CO/CNS: Sorry, Sir, counselor, but advertising isn't my forte.

CNS_Torez says:
::Begins tapping away at one of the PADDS::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Raises an eyebrow considering the cascade of suggestions that he hears::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Puts her head in her paws and sighs::

CNS_Torez says:
CO:  I will begin working on a few slogans immediately then!

CNS_Torez says:
CO: Is there any particular area of the park you would like to see highlighted?

Host CO_Marek says:
CNS: Counselor, I suggest that you start planning on the official opening ceremony of the Park, and the formal receptions to the SF dignitaries and Ambassador that will assist to the ceremony.

Host CO_Marek says:
CNS: The cultural exchange, for instance.

XO__Spicer says:
::Looks at Bao, worried about her::

CNS_Torez says:
CO: Ah , yes.  Has the opening date been set as yet?

Host CO_Marek says:
CNS/All: A definitive date hasn't been set yet, but for the moment we need to think some day in ... let's say, 7 months ahead.

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Very well... Any suggestion you may have, contact Counselor Torez. Let's proceed with the next topic.

CEO_Masters says:
CO: I can get the infrastructure done in about four.

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Four months? I like your enthusiasm, but are you sure you can do that?

CEO_Masters says:
CO: We're about a month or two ahead of schedule right now, Sir, even with the Mysteron threat a while back.

XO__Spicer says:
::Takes Bao's cup and walks to the Replicator to get her a refill::

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Very well. So Counselor, you may consider to plan the ceremony in five months then.

CNS_Torez says:
::Senses Bao's not feeling well from lack of sleep::

Host CO_Marek says:
All: I have some news to share with you all. ::Stands up and clears his throat::

CEO_Masters says:
::Looks at the captain::

XO__Spicer says:
::Brings the cup back to Bao and takes his seat::

CNS_Torez says:
::Nods toward CEO::

CMO_Sovok says:
:Listens::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Looks up::

Host CO_Marek says:
All: First of all, I would like to say that you all are excellent officers and I could not be more proud of being the CO of this exceptional crew. No matter how high the standards could be set, you always manage to overcome by much them.

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Now, I am glad to announce that, due to your remarkable performance of your duties during our last incident with we officially know as the Mysterons, members of the Senior Staff have been awarded with a Letter of Commendation for Outstanding Performance of Duties Under Extreme Conditions:

CEO_Masters says:
::Hums in appreciation::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Smiles:: CO: Thank you Sir.

CNS_Torez says:
Self:  Hmm. nicely put!

Host CO_Marek says:
XO: Congratulations, Commander.  ::Presents the Letter and offers hand::

XO__Spicer says:
::Stands and shakes head:: CO: Thank you so much Sir.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Sips her tea and sighs::

Host CO_Marek says:
CMO: Step forward, Doctor.

Host CO_Marek says:
CMO: Congratulations, Doctor. ::Presents the Letter and offers hand::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Stands and shakes his hand:: CO: Thank you.

CNS_Torez says:
::Claps as the officers accept their letters.::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Glances to his right:: CNS: Counselor. Step forward.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Claps::

Host CO_Marek says:
CNS: Congratulations, Counselor. ::Presents the Letter and offers hand::

CNS_Torez says:
::Stands and steps forward::

CNS_Torez says:
::Takes letter and reaches for Captain’s hand::

CNS_Torez says:
CO:  Thank you , Sir!

Host CO_Marek says:
CTO: Commander Rr'Vellan. Step forward.

CNS_Torez says:
::Walks back to her place, remains standing::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Sighs and stands up::

Host CO_Marek says:
CTO: Congratulations, Commander ::Presents the Letter and offers hand::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Shakes the CO's hand:: CO: Thank you Sirrrr.

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Lieutenant Masters. Step forward.

CEO_Masters says:
::Steps forward::

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Congratulations, Lieutenant ::Presents the Letter and offers hand::

CEO_Masters says:
::Takes letter and shakes hand:: CO: Thank you Sir.

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Now, the next issue.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Stands up, moves to the next locker, taps on the console, and extracts some little black boxes::

CNS_Torez says:
::Continues clapping::

CNS_Torez says:
::Nods over toward CO then takes her seat again:

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Sips her tea, happy for the warmth and caffeine::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Clears his throat again:: ::Looks at the XO:: XO: Lieutenant Commander Spicer, please step forward and face the crew.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Grabs one little black box::

XO_Spicer says:
::Steps forward and turns to face the crew:: CO: Sir.

Host CO_Marek says:
XO: Lieutenant Commander Spicer, for acting above and beyond duty, and for becoming one of the most valuable members of this crew, a role model for the others, it is for me a great honor to promote you to the rank of Full Commander, with all the privileges and obligations that come with the rank.

Host CO_Marek says:
XO: ::Opens the box, extracts a gold pip and attaches it the XO uniform right collar:: Congratulations, Commander ::Offers hand:: Keep it like that, Rick. I know you will go far.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Salutes the XO::

CEO_Masters says:
::Claps for the XO::

XO_Spicer says:
::Salutes the CO in return:: CO: Thank you Sir. ::Stands proudly::

CNS_Torez says:
::Looks at the gold pip as it catches the light::

Host CO_Marek says:
XO: You deserve it. Fall in, please.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Grabs another little black box:: CTO: Lieutenant Commander Rr'Vellan, please step forward and face the crew.

XO_Spicer says:
::Nods and returns to his place:: CO: Aye.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Perks her ears and stands up::

Host CO_Marek says:
CTO: Lieutenant Commander Rr'Vellan, as I told you once before, I cannot think of a better officer to be my Chief Tactical of the Station. Your skills in the tactical field are remarkable as well as your overall qualities as a Starfleet officer. 
Therefore, I am honored to promote you to the rank of Full Commander
with all the privileges and obligations that come with the rank.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Opens the box, extracts a gold pip and attaches it to the CTO uniform right collar:: Congratulations, Commander.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Salutes the CTO::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
CO: Ummm…uhh....::Speechless and salutes::

CEO_Masters says:
::Applauds the CTO::

Host CO_Marek says:
CTO: Fall in, please.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Grabs a little black box:: CNS: Lieutenant Commander Torez, please step forward and face the crew.

CNS_Torez says:
::Stands and steps forward facing the crew::

Host CO_Marek says:
CNS: Lieutenant Commander Torez, where do we would be if it was not for your brilliant assistance and support to this crew? You have proven to be a reliable officer with multifaceted skills, constantly constricted to your job, great leadership abilities...

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Nods and goes back to her seat and cup of tea::

Host CO_Marek says:
CNS: The list is endless. So, for all these reasons,  is an honor for me today to promote you on this Stardate to the rank of Full Commander, with all the privileges and obligations that come with the rank.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Opens the box, extracts a gold pip and attaches it to the CNS uniform right collar:: Congratulations, Commander

Host CO_Marek says:
::Salutes the CNS::

Host CO_Marek says:
CNS: Fall in, please.

CNS_Torez says:
::Looks at the gold pip, Salutes Captain::  CO:  Thank you, Sir.

Host CO_Marek says:
CNS: You deserve it indeed.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Grabs yet another little black box:: CEO: Lieutenant J.G. Masters, please step forward and face the crew.

CNS_Torez says:
::Falls back to her place, smiling::

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Lieutenant J.G. Masters, I cannot cease congratulating my predecessor, Captain Kerst, for having stolen you from the USS Hercules crew. ::Smiles:: You have been a priceless addition to our crew, doing an outstanding job as our Chief Engineer: sometimes I wonder if you have liquefied screws and bolts in stead of blood… ::Smiles again::

CEO_Masters says:
::Figures he's going to get the full pip, steps forward with pride::

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Therefore, I hereby promote you to the rank of Full Lieutenant, with all the privileges and obligations that come with the rank. ::Opens the box, extracts a gold pip and attaches it to the CEO uniform right collar:: Congratulations, Lt

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Smiles and congratulates the CNS::

Host CO_Marek says:
::Salutes the CEO::

CEO_Masters says:
CO: Thank you, Sir. ::Returns salute:: And I don't have nuts and bolts in my blood, I have Klingon blood in my veins that's keeping me conquering my tasks.

CNS_Torez says:
CTO:  congratulation to you!

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Gulps down the rest of her tea, worried about Bailey::

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Of course, Lieutenant Just some humor...

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Fall in, please.

CEO_Masters says:
CO: Yes, Sir.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Stands at attention and salutes the UFP flag::

CEO_Masters says:
::Salutes flag as UFP anthem plays::

XO_Spicer says:
::Salutes flag::

CNS_Torez says:
::Stand at attention and salutes UFP flag::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Salutes flag::

CNS_Torez says:
::Stands rather seriously but has a smile and joy in her heart::

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Congratulations to you all. You really deserve the promotions.

CEO_Masters says:
CO: Thank you Sir.

XO_Spicer says:
CO: Thank you Sir.

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Sorry to interrupt your moment of celebration, but we must go back to work now.

CNS_Torez says:
CO:  Thank you again , Sir.  It is a pleasure .

Host CO_Marek says:
All: Ok... Who will be the first in present the monthly report? ::Raises an eyebrow, sensing the joy among the Staff, and feeling proud of being their CO::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
CO: Of courrrse Sirrrr. ::Smiles::

CEO_Masters says:
CO: I will, Sir...

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Proceed, Lieutenant

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Looks over her PADDs:: Self: Hmm

CEO_Masters says:
All: As I stated before, we are one to two months ahead of schedule on construction.

CEO_Masters says:
All: The station's extensions are built and sealed, so you can see in the promenade area we have a higher ceiling and we have more floor space.

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Interesting.

CEO_Masters says:
All: We have started on the framework on the rides, and we have many different sizes and styles of coasters, along with Ferris wheels, bumper shuttles, and just about everything else you'd expect in an Earth-style amusement park.

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: With a little Federation touch, I presume...

CEO_Masters says:
CO: Of course.

CEO_Masters says:
All: The crews also have started working on the zoo.

CEO_Masters says:
All: The habitat areas are being designed to mimic the natural habitats of the animals we'll have inhabit.

CEO_Masters says:
All: Also, and this is a really nice touch, I've designed the petting zoo to look like an old Earth-like farm, with a barn and everything.

Host CO_Marek says:
::Listens very carefully to the CEO's report::

CEO_Masters says:
All: All of this should be done within the next four months.

CEO_Masters says:
All: We're ahead of schedule, and under budget.

Host CO_Marek says:
CEO: Excellent. Please see to submit the definitive version of your report by end of the week.

CNS_Torez says:
CEO: Nice touch!

XO_Spicer says:
CEO: Good work Lieutenant.

Host CO_Marek says:
XO: I fully agree with you, Commander

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Downs her tea::

CEO_Masters says:
CO/XO: Thank you, Sirs.

Host CO_Marek says:
ALL: Very well, who is next?

CNS_Torez says:
CO:  I have done a survey among the parents living here on the station, they are most concerned with safety!

Host CO_Marek says:
::Raises an eyebrow to the CNS:: CNS: A survey?

Host SM_Darlene says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Pause Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>>

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