USACE Philadelphia District holds Change of Command Ceremony

USACE Philadelphia District
Published July 12, 2021
The USACE Philadelphia District ushered in new leadership as LTC Ramon Brigantti (right) assumed command of the organization from LTC David Park (left) during a July 9, 2021 ceremony in the Wanamaker Building's Crystal Tea Room. BG Thomas J Tickner, (middle) Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the ceremony.

The USACE Philadelphia District ushered in new leadership as LTC Ramon Brigantti (right) assumed command of the organization from LTC David Park (left) during a July 9, 2021 ceremony in the Wanamaker Building's Crystal Tea Room. BG Thomas J Tickner, (middle) Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the ceremony.

Incoming Commander LTC Ramon Brigantti accepts the colors from BG Thomas Tickner during the July 9 2021 Change of Command ceremony.

Incoming Commander LTC Ramon Brigantti accepts the colors from BG Thomas Tickner during the July 9, 2021 Change of Command ceremony.

BG Thomas J Tickner, Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the USACE Philadelphia District Change of Command ceremony on July 9, 2021.

BG Thomas J Tickner, Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the USACE Philadelphia District Change of Command ceremony on July 9, 2021.

LTC Ramon Brigantti (left) assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District from LTC David Park (right) on July 9, 2021.

LTC Ramon Brigantti (left) assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District from LTC David Park (right) on July 9, 2021.

LTC Ramon Brigantti assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District on July 9, 2021 and made brief remarks during the ceremony

LTC Ramon Brigantti assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District on July 9, 2021 and made brief remarks during the ceremony.

LTC Ramon Brigantti assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District on July 9, 2021 and made brief remarks during the ceremony.

LTC Ramon Brigantti assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District on July 9, 2021 and made brief remarks during the ceremony.

LTC Ramon Brigantti assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District on July 9, 2021 and made brief remarks during the ceremony.

LTC Ramon Brigantti assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District on July 9, 2021 and made brief remarks during the ceremony.

BG Thomas J Tickner, Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the USACE Philadelphia District Change of Command ceremony on July 9, 2021.

BG Thomas J Tickner, Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the USACE Philadelphia District Change of Command ceremony on July 9, 2021.

Curtis Heckelman, Deputy District Engineer for
Programs and Project Management for the USACE Philadelphia District, hands the colors to Outgoing Commander LTC David Park during the July 9, 2021 Change of Command ceremony.

Curtis Heckelman, Deputy District Engineer for Programs and Project Management for the USACE Philadelphia District, hands the colors to Outgoing Commander LTC David Park during the July 9, 2021 Change of Command ceremony.

Former Philadelphia District Commander LTC Michael Bliss (Ret.) delivered the invocation during the Change of Command ceremony on July 9, 2021.
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Former Philadelphia District Commander LTC Michael Bliss (Ret.) delivered the invocation during the Change of Command ceremony on July 9, 2021.

Blue Marsh Lake Park Rangers served as the color guard during the USACE Philadelphia District's Change of Command ceremony on July 9, 2021.
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Blue Marsh Lake Park Rangers served as the color guard during the USACE Philadelphia District's Change of Command ceremony on July 9, 2021.

The USACE Philadelphia District ushered in new leadership as LTC Ramon Brigantti (right) assumed command of the organization from LTC David Park (left) during a July 9, 2021 ceremony in the Wanamaker Building's Crystal Tea Room. BG Thomas J Tickner, (middle) Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the ceremony.
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The USACE Philadelphia District ushered in new leadership as LTC Ramon Brigantti (right) assumed command of the organization from LTC David Park (left) during a July 9, 2021 ceremony in the Wanamaker Building's Crystal Tea Room. BG Thomas J Tickner, (middle) Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the ceremony.

LTC Crystal Brigantti, spouse of LTC Ramon Brigantti, receives flowers from Denise Roberts during the 2021 Change of Command ceremony
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LTC Crystal Brigantti, spouse of LTC Ramon Brigantti, receives flowers from Denise Roberts during the 2021 Change of Command ceremony.

Former Philadelphia District Commanders (from left to right) COL (Ret.) Bob Ruch, LTC David Park, LTC (Ret.) Michael Bliss  and BG Thomas Tickner posed together during an awards ceremony prior to the Change of Command on July 9, 2021
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Former Philadelphia District Commanders (from left to right) COL (Ret.) Bob Ruch, LTC David Park, LTC (Ret.) Michael Bliss and BG Thomas Tickner posed together during an awards ceremony prior to the Change of Command on July 9, 2021

LTC Ramon Brigantti Official Army Photo/Portrait
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LTC Ramon Brigantti assumed command of the USACE Philadelphia District on July 9, 2021. In this role, he leads a 500-person District responsible for managing water resources of the Delaware River basin; building facilities for the Army and Air Force; and providing engineering and environmental services for other agencies.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Philadelphia District ushered in new leadership as Lt. Col. Ramon Brigantti assumed command of the organization from Lt. Col. David Park during a July 9th ceremony in the Wanamaker Building's Crystal Tea Room.

Brigantti became the 61st commander in the District's 155 year history. 

"To the amazing civilians and soldiers on the Philadelphia District team – it speaks volumes that we have public servants who are willing to serve this country, this region, this city, and this organization for decades,” said Brigantti, who most recently served as a program manager in the Engineer Directorate at U.S. Army Central. “I’m humbled at this opportunity to lead…so let’s get to work!”

Brig. Gen. Thomas J Tickner, Commanding General of the North Atlantic Division, presided over the ceremony. He said Brigantti is prepared to lead the District. 

“Both Dave Park and Ramon Brigantti are proven leaders who develop solutions to the nation’s toughest challenges while taking care of their people.,” said Tickner. “LTC Brigantti – you are the right leader at the right place at the right time – welcome to Philly!”

Tickner said that LTC Park led the District through a challenging two-year period with a calm and cerebral approach.

“I continue to be impressed with all you have done to lead your teammates to deliver on projects that directly benefit the surrounding communities, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the states of New Jersey and Delaware, and the nation,” said Tickner.

Park reflected on his tenure with the Philadelphia District and thanked his family and teammates for support during his tenure.

“I don’t think I could have asked for a better team of professionals, mentors, and colleagues and I feel privileged and proud to have worked alongside you these past two years,” said Park.

Park will attend the National War College at Fort McNair in Washington, D.C. for his next assignment.   

Brigantti now oversees a 500-person workforce responsible for managing the water resources of the Delaware River basin; building facilities for the Army and Air Force; and providing engineering and environmental services for other agencies. 

Brigantti was commissioned as an Engineer Second Lieutenant from the United States Military Academy in 2001. He has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the United States Military Academy, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago, and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Ohio University. He is a graduate of the Engineer Officer Basic Course, Engineer Officer Advanced Course, and Command and General Staff College. He is a registered professional engineer from the state of Missouri.


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