DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS
2 NAVY ANNEX
WASHINGTON DC 20370~5 100

BJG
Docket No: 10992-06.
26 January 2006

This is in reference to your application for correction of your naval record pursuant to the provisions of title 10 of the United States Code, section 1552.

It is noted that the Commandant of the Marine Corps (CMC) has directed modifying the contested fitness report for 1 June 2002 to 10 January 2003 by changing section 3.a (“Occasion”) from “DC” (directed by CMC) to “CS” (change of status).

A three-member panel of the Board for Correction of Naval Records, sitting in executive session, considered your application on 25 January 2007. Your allegations of error and injustice were reviewed in accordance with administrative regulations and procedures applicable to the proceedings of this Board. Documentary material considered by the Board consisted of your application, together with all material submitted in support thereof, your naval record and applicable statutes, regulations and policies. In addition, the Board considered the report of the Headquarters Marine Corps Performance Evaluation Review Board (PERB), dated 13 December 2006, a copy of which is attached.

After careful and conscientious consideration of the entire record, the Board found that the evidence submitted was insufficient to establish the existence of probable material error or injustice. In this connection, the Board substantially concurred with the comments contained in the report of the PERB,
except the statement, in paragraph 2, that you contend you received proper counseling. The Board noted your contention was that the counseling you received was inadequate. Since the Board found insufficient basis to remove the contested fitness report as it has been amended, the Board had no grounds to conclude you were improperly transferred from the Selected Marine Corps Reserve to the Individual Ready Reserve, so you will be unable to obtain reimbursement of the Reserve Montgomery GI Bill money you were required to pay back. In view of the above, your application for relief beyond that effected by CMC has been denied. The names and votes of the members of the panel will be furnished upon request.

It is regretted that the circumstances of your case are such that favorable action cannot be taken. You are entitled to have the Board reconsider its decision upon submission of new and material evidence or other matter not previously considered by the Board. In this regard, it is important to keep in mind that a presumption of regularity attaches to all official records. Consequently, when applying for a correction of an official naval record, the burden is on the applicant to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice.

Sincerely,

ROBERT D. ZSALMAN
Acting Executive Director

Enclosure

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
3280 RUSSELL ROAD
						   QUANTICO, VIRGINIA 22134-5103

				IN REPLY REFER TO:
											1610
											MMER/PERB
											DEC 1 3 2006

MEMORANDUM FOR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS

Subj:	MARINE CORPS PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REVIEW BOARD (PERB) ADVISORY OPINION ON BCNR APPLICATION IN THE CASE OF

(a) Form 149 of 23 Jul 06
(b)	MOO P1610.7E w/Ch 1-4

1.	Per MOO 1610.110, the Performance Evaluation Review Board,
with three members present, met on 6 December 2006 to consider
petition contained in reference (a) Removal of the fitness report for the period 20020601 to 20030110 (DC) was requested. Reference (b) is the performance evaluation directive governing submission of the report.

2.	The petitioner contends the report is unjust because he believes he was never given clear guidance, he received proper counseling, and he was not given time to correct his deficiencies prior to being relieved of duties.

3.	In its proceedings, the PERB concluded that the report covering the period 20020601 to 20030110 (DC) is administratively correct and procedurally complete as written and filed, with the minor exception of the occasion code. The following is offered as relevant:

a.	The Board found that a “CS” occasion code should have been issued since the petitioner was transferred to the Individual Ready Reserve during the reporting period. Therefore, the Board directed that the occasion code be changed to reflect “CS” vice “DC”.

b.	Per paragraph 1006 and 5001.1 of reference (b), the PES and counseling are separate but complimentary and reporting officials are required to document and report unsatisfactory performance, lack of potential or unacceptable professional character. In this case, the Board found the report was rendered

Subj:	MARINE CORPS PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REVIEW BOARD (PERB) ADVISORY OPINION ON BCNR APPLICATION IN THE CASE OF

adverse because the petitioner was relieved of his duties after demonstrating a pattern of unsatisfactory performance in the execution of his duties. As admitted to by the petitioner in his rebuttal, the Board found that the petitioner failed to account for his Marines; lost airline tickets; and, improperly recommended Marines for promotion. It also appears he was counseled throughout the reporting period. He was formally counseled on two occasions and numerous informal sessions as stated by the reporting senior and reviewing officer prior to his relief. Finally, the Board found that the petitioner does not provide any evidence to demonstrate that he was treated unfairly. They found that the command lost trust and confidence in his ability to satisfactorily perform his duties; therefore, they relieved him.

c.	The Board found that the fitness report is an accurate and honest assessment of the petitioner’s overall performance.

4. The Board’s opinion, based on deliberation and secret ballot vote,  the contested fitness report should remain a part of ~ military record, with the exception of the correction mentioned in paragraph 3 of this letter.

5. The case is forwarded for final action.

Chairperson, Performance
Evaluation Review
       	                        Personnel  Department
By direction of the Commandant
of the Marine Corps
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