Taskforce31

The STF31 Sector Nine Individual Awards are non-annual awards which means the awards listed below can be submitted at any time during the calendar year.

STF31 SECTOR NINE INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

	PIKE MEDAL OF HONOR
	Criteria:
	The Medal of Honor is awarded by the Starfleet Task Force 31 Commander to a task force member for an act of outstanding bravery or heroism by which the individual has demonstrated in great degree the characteristics of selflessness, personal courage, and devotion to duty at the risk of his/her own life. The individual’s actions substantially contributed to the saving of or attempted saving of a human life. This is the highest and most prestigious Task Force award and there must be no margin of doubt or possibility of error in awarding this honor. To justify the decoration, the actions must clearly render the individual conspicuous by an act so outstanding that it clearly distinguishes heroism beyond the call of duty from lesser forms of bravery. It must be the type of deed that, if not done, would not subject the individual to any justified criticism. A posthumous award may be made to a task force member who has lost his/her life under conditions where the member endangered themselves to save or attempt to save another.
	Ribbon Description:
	Midnight Blue w/ a gold border and 1 large 4 point star and 2 small 4 pointed stars.

	GARTH MEDAL OF VALOR
	Criteria:
	The Medal of Valor is awarded by the Starfleet Task Force 31 Commander to a task force member who, through exceptional knowledge and behavior, performs a physical act which saves the life of another person, and there is no danger to the individual’s life.
	Ribbon Description:
	Rich Teal

NOTE: These two awards above do not apply to those who have an occupation that regularly invokes risk. The exception is when the member performs an act of heroism and/or rescue above while off-duty.

	DISTINGUISHED SERVICE STAR
	Criteria:
	Awarded by the Sector Chief to a member who, while serving in any capacity at the chapter, sector, and STF31 level, has distinguished himself by exceptionally meritorious service to STF31 in a duty of great responsibility. The performance must be such as to merit recognition for service that is clearly exceptional. Exceptional performance of normal duty will not alone justify the award.
	Ribbon Description:
	Turquoise

	LEGION OF MERIT AWARD
	Criteria:
	The Legion of Merit is awarded by the Sector Chief to a member that has served with distinction 20 + years. Members must be considered in good standing and served for the entire time period involved. Significant lapses in membership will “reset” the time considered for the award. These awards will be given for anniversaries celebrated before the commencement of the award on case-by-case basis.
	Ribbon Description:
	Metallic Gold w/ a black 5 pointed command star

	STF31 BADGE OF MERIT
	Criteria:
	This award has two possible award criteria in which the STF31 Badge of Merit can be awarded. Each is listed below. Criteria #1 – Awarded automatically to a STF31 member who has passed away while being a member of STF31 and also being in good standing at the time of passing. Criteria #2 – This award is presented to a STF31 member who is seriously injured while representing themselves as a STF31 member during, traveling to and from a STF31 or chapter event. The injury must be serious enough to require emergency room attention.
	Ribbon Description:
	Violet with a gold border and x1 large 4 pointed star with x2 small 4 pointed stars Violet with a gold border

	OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD
	Criteria:
	The Outstanding Volunteer Service Award is presented by the Sector Chief to a member whom by their actions (and not by financial donations) has made a significant personal impact in a community service effort within the respective Sector/Chapter.
	Ribbon Description:
	Terracotta

	SECTOR COMMENDATION
	Criteria:
	Commendation is awarded by the Sector Chief to a member who by exemplary conduct and demeanor, performs at a superior level of duty, exhibiting perseverance with actions resulting in a significant contribution to the task force or chapter.
	Ribbon Description:
	Brown

	STARFLEET TASK FORCE 31 GOOD CONDUCT DECORATION
	Criteria:
	Awarded to a STF31 member who has successfully completed three (3) consecutive years of STF31 service. The member must maintain as a member in good standings during the entire three (3) consecutive years. Additional awards of the STF31 Good Conduct are designated with a device. Listed below are the authorized devices for the corresponding award. First Award (3 yr) – Ribbon with no device Second Award (6 yr) – x1 small bronze triangle Third Award (9 yr) – x2 small bronze triangle Fourth Award (12 yr) – x3 small bronze triangle Fifth Award (15 yr) – x4 small bronze triangle Sixth Award (18 yr) – x1 small silver triangle Seventh Award (21 yr) – x2 small silver triangle Eighth Award (24 yr) – x3 small silver triangle Ninth Award (27 yr) – x4 small silver triangle Tenth Award (30 yr) – x1 small gold triangle Eleventh Award (33 yr) – x2 small gold triangle Twelfth Award (36 yr) – x3 small gold triangle Thirteenth Award (39 yr) – x4 small gold triangle Fourteenth Award (42 yr) – x1 bronze delta Fifteenth Award (45 yr) – x1 silver delta Sixteenth Award (48 yr) – x1 gold delta Seventeenth Award (50 yr) – x1 large gold 4 pointed star and x2 small gold 4 pointed stars Note: There are no more award devices after the fourteenth award is achieved.
	Ribbon Description:
	Bright White

	“NEW FRONTIER” AWARD
	Criteria:
	The New Frontier Award is awarded by the Sector Chief to a member or members who’s dedicated to doing outreach in the sector/quadrant or chapter to share the passion for Space Exploration.
	Ribbon Description:
	Cream

	SECTOR ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVMENT
	Criteria:
	Awarded by the Sector Chief to a member or members who demonstrates great interest in Nature, the environment, conservation, stewardship, ecology, and/or sustainability and sustainable development. This is accomplished by taking active participation in community activities involving the environment, writing or sharing newsletter articles for their chapter or STF31 or participating in local recycling efforts.
	Ribbon Description:
	Luminous Blue

	MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD
	Criteria:
	The Meritorious Service Award is awarded by the Sector Chief to a member who has distinguished themselves by their outstanding participation and/or performance in their assigned duty. This award is intended to recognize and motivate junior members between the ages of 10 through 17.
	Ribbon Description:
	Mint

	DECKER ORDER OF MERIT
	Criteria:
	Awarded to STF31 members who while serving honorably with their countries military and who has served in direct combat operations. Note: If awarded both the April Order of Merit and the Decker Order of Merit, only One or the other may be worn, not both.
	Ribbon Description:
	Red, White and Blue with a gold border with a gold delta in the center.

	APRIL ORDER OF MERIT
	Criteria:
	Awarded to STF31 members who must have completed at least one enlistment tour of duty or 3 consecutive years as an Officer in any branch of a country’s military services. Note: If awarded both the April Order of Merit and the Decker Order of Merit, only One or the other may be worn, not both.
	Ribbon Description:
	Red, White and Blue with a silver delta in the center.

	CHAPLE ORDER OF MERIT
	Criteria:
	Awarded to STF31 members who are currently a First Responder, such as Medical, Police and Fire.
	Ribbon Description:
	White and Blue with Red Border and a gold delta in the center.

	PHOENIX RISING AWARD
	Criteria:
	This award is given to those STF31 members who have faced life threatening adverse situations and lived to talk about it.
	Ribbon Description:
	Reddish Orange with a silver delta in the center.