RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-20O7-01900
		INDEX CODE:  111.00
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

The ratings reflected on Enlisted Performance Report (EPR) rendered for the period of 23 Jul 03 through 22 Jul 05 be corrected or voided.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

The report does not reflect his efforts or accomplishments during the rating period.  He received no verbal or written feedbacks to support the ratings given on his EPR.  He was noted for excellence of his work by superiors during this rating period.  The accomplishments listed on his EPR do not match the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM) Justification (AF IM 642) write-up.  His efforts are highly noted on one and mediocre on the other for the same efforts and job.

In support of the application, the applicant submits his EPR, an AF IMT 642, Air Force Commendation Medal Justification, a memorandum dated 10 Mar 07, and an AF IMT 948, Application for Correction/Removal of Evaluation Reports.

The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

Information extracted from the Military Personnel Data System (MilPDS) indicates the applicant is a Reservist currently serving as a Fire Fighter in the grade of master sergeant, effective and with a date of rank of 1 Nov 01.  

His last 5 ratings are, 4, 4, 4, 4 and 3, respectively.

The applicant previously filed an appeal through the Evaluation Reports Appeal Board (ERAB) and was denied. 

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force at Exhibit C.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

HQ ARPC/DPB recommends denial.  DPB notes that although the applicant states he did not receive feedback, his EPR shows he received feedback on 22 Jul 04.  DPB states the EPR in question is not a referral in nature, nor does it reflect negative attributes.  None of the performance blocks contained in Section III are marked to the far left (indicating poor performance/not meeting expectations); however, all indicators are marked that the applicant is meeting expectations.  In addition, the EPR is actually marked ready for promotion (Section IV) by both the rater and additional rater.

DPB notes the actual citation for the AFCM covers the period 1999 through 2005.  The EPR in question covers 2003 through 2005 --only two of the six years covered in the medal.  The awarding of the medal does not override the performance reported in the EPR.  An applicant requesting correction of a performance report must provide strong evidence to overcome the reports presumed validity.  

DPB concludes the applicant has not provided strong evidence that the EPR is in error.

The complete DPB evaluation is at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 7 Dec 07 for review and comment within 30 days.  As of this date, this office has received no response (Exhibit D).

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.  The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations.

2.  The application was timely filed.     

3.  Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  We carefully considered the applicant’s complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we are not persuaded that the contested report should be changed or removed from his records.  Other than his own assertions, the applicant has not provided sufficient evidence to substantiate the contested report was improperly rendered.  Therefore, in the absence of compelling evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to grant the relief sought in this application.  

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application.  

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR BC-2007-01900 in Executive Session on 20 Feb 08, under the provisions of AFI 36‑2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 10 Jun 07, w/atchs.
    Exhibit B.  Letter, HQ ARPC/DPB, dated 6 Dec 07.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBC, dated 7 Dec 07.