Rear Adm. Frank Ponds, commander, Navy Region Hawaii and Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, along with his wife, Carol, talks with Honolulu City Council members Kymberly Marcos Pine and Breene Harimoto after being presented with a certificate of commendation. Ponds, whose change of command is scheduled for July 10, 2013, was commended for his service and contributions in Hawaii over the past two years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nardel Gervacio/Released)