Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, NY -- At 11:30 am on Thursday, November 12, 2009, the Falcon Club here at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station hosted a commander's luncheon and ceremony to honor three local employers receiving the Patriot Award.

Air Force Reservists of members of their families may nominate employers for recognition for their exceptional support of employees who are Air Force Reservists.  Nominations were submitted to ESGR, and ESGR's local commttee selected the awardees.  The committee presented the Patriot Award to the employers for exceeding the requirements of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).

Further questions or inquiries may be referred to Maj. Andrea Pitruzzella, 914th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Officer, by calling (716) 236-2136.