SIERRA VISTA, Ariz. - Bruce Hamilton (ESGR) presents Michael Berg, with the Directorate of Public Works, Ft Huachuca, with an ESGR Patriot Award.  The nominator was MSG Kevin Blackwell, Det 1, 257th Transportation Co, USAR, Tucson, AZ.  "All work places should be this fortunate to have a boss that makes the civilian and military life so much easier." Says MSG Blackwell.

(Pictured left to right Bruce Hamilton, MSG Blackwell, Michael Berg)

As the 1.3 million members of the National Guard and Reserve continue to perform an increasing number of unique missions with America's borders and beyond, ESGR will continue to be the resource for the employers of citizen warriors. ESGR recognizes outstanding support, increases awareness of the law, and resolves conflict through mediation.  Anyone wanting additional information regarding ESGR can visit our web site at www.esgr.mil or by calling Butch Wise, Executive Director for the Arizona Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve at 602-629-4031 or by email at lawrence.wise@us.army.mil