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10-D-2. Policy.
a. The use 'of Coast Guard or GSA-owned vehicles for
official MWR business is permitted if it can be made
available without detriment to operational
requirements and when approved by the commanding
officer.
b. Prestige vehicles will not be procured or financed by
morale funds.
C. A complete and up-to-date inventory of all MWR
vehicles will be maintained by the unit.
d. Vehicles shall be procured with due consideration to
vehicle age, economy of operation (mpg), and
maintainability.
3. Administration, Operation, and Maintenance.
b.
C.
d.
The administration and operation of all MWR vehicles
is a command function and should normally be under
the direct supervision of the MWR Officer.
Operators of all automotive vehicles defined in this
manual will have in their possession a current State
Operator's License.
Although non-appropriated fund vehicles are not
subject to State inspection requirements, they shall
be subject to the same inspection requirements as
other Coast Guard vehicles with regard to frequency
of inspection, safety requirements, and mechanical
soundness. See Chapter 9 of the Coast Guard Motor
Vehicle Manual, (COMDTINST M11240.9 (series)).
MWR vehicles can normally be serviced in Coast Guard
facilities. Depending on the service performed and
work hours spent, reimbursement for services may be
required.
4. Records and Reports.
All activities will establish and maintain records and
reports for MWR vehicles as required for all other Coast
Guard vehicles.
5. Registration and Licensing.
a. MWR functions are exempt from the payment of State
and local registration and license fees on vehicles,
including trailers, operated beyond the limit of the
Government reservation. However, the following
regulations shall be observed:
(1) MWR vehicles and trailers shall be assigned
USCG registration numbers (MWR license plates).1
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