With the change in the organization, both MLCs get prototype experience. Avoid clustered cutters. Difficult to separate out CST personnel from shared MATs. Operational commander support for CST concept. Below costs reflect an increase in funding levels to correct current shortfalls.
All costs are annual recurring.
With the minimal crew and EPA requirements it is beyond the capability of the cutter crew to accomplish topside maintenance. The costs include painting all exterior surfaces from the boot top up, annualized over a four-year period. With the proposed 5-year assignment members should have an average tour of 4.5 years. With the current 3-year assignment, members complete an average tour of 2.5 years in 10 years there will be the need to train 4 people to fill one billet.