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TOplcRET ofl Ito the Ambassador, Robertson was given a free hand to determine the extent of his contact with other US personnel in the Managua area. As a point of some contention, Robertson was also told that he would "be responsible for the coordination and general super- vision of JMTIDE construction activities and air and maritime operational activities, when implemented under their specialized senior officers". 14/ Rip's Letter of Instruction indicated that the facility at JMTIDE should be completed by 15 January 1961, and that as soon as Robertson concluded satis- factory arrangements with the President of Nicaragua, the 5-man construction team would be sent black into the Puerto Cabezas area to conduct a survey estimating the scope and cost of the work. And then, somewhat paradoxically, in view of the previous comment about Robertson's authority, it was stated that: On Headquarter's approval of the plan for base construction, a Base Manager will be provided, with the responsibility for maintenance, operation and support of the facility. On activation, JMARC/PM Personnel _ will be assigned in connection with both air and maritime operations, and your responsibilities regarding these various JMTIDE activities include: