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Notes from the Trustees
D. Wise, C. Spees, H. Zapp, G. Rockey, D. Robinson

You may have noticed some different things going on here at Lima Aerie 370. We all have seen the decline in the nation’s economy and it has hit the Lima area especially hard. Our policies have had to reflect the downturn in the economy, and the worst thing to ever happen to our Clubs was when the gambling was made “legal.”

Price-wise, we are still well below that of retail establishments, but no longer can we afford to give away the things we used to take for granted. The good news is that as a Club, we are strong and viable, business wise. Our drawings are doing well for the members, and the newest drawing, “Queen of Hearts,” is starting to gain steam as the next big drawing here. Starting in January, we are going to bring in bands that more reflect the changing age demographic of our membership. Less quantity, better quality. Better musicians and going to some newer music to compliment the older music currently being played most often.

The value of your Club is what you put into it. Unfortunately, in our position, we can only think of the membership as a whole, not as individuals. Our part is simple. Operate the Club as the business it is and as a business we have to pay our overhead, suppliers, and make a profit for you, the members. It is up to our members to support the Club, and come to events that are planned and advertised. Come in and volunteer if you have the time. What you get out of it far outweighs what you will put into it. See your President, Rob Charles, or one of your Managers, Ron Morris or Diann Seech, or one of the five trustees to volunteer for one of Club’s functions.

The Board would like to salute the man who runs the Children’s Christmas party, Ed Downing. Ed is 90-plus years of age, yet loves children so much he has volunteered to chair this party for quite a number of years. We have honored him in this position. For those who patronize and volunteer here, thank you very much! For those who haven’t yet, come on in! We’re glad to see you!