APPENDIX VI
DECOMMISSIONING PLAN
USS LEXINGTON (AVT 16) NOTICE 5060
Subj:
PUBLIC AFFAIRS PLAN FOR DECOMMISSIONING OF
USS LEXINGTON (AVT 16)
Ref:
(a)
Encl: (1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
SECNAVINST 5720.44A (U.S. Navy Public Affairs Regulations)
Command Information Bureau (CIB) Plan
Press Kit Enclosures
Media Credentials/Badges
Media Badge Request
Media Events Plan
Proposed Initial News Release
Media Advisory
1. Purpose. To establish the public affairs objectives for the decommissioning of
USS LEXINGTON (AVT 16) and to ensure complete internal and external media
coverage.
2. Public Affairs Objectives. Public affairs efforts and plan outlines in enclosure
(1) will be in support of the following objectives:
a. To publicize LEXINGTON’s decommissioning and promote understanding
of LEXINGTON’s contribution and role in naval seapower throughout its 49 year
history.
b. To solicit interest in the decommissioning and respond to requests for
information and services from the media, Congress, Navy internal and external
audiences and the American public.
c. To support distinguished guests through liaison with dignitary staffs and
documentation of guest participation in the decommissioning events.
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