| JANUARY 11, 2015 -- It was a cold rainy night, but we were able to hold our December Christmas meeting. Like Pomona, this is not always possible. A holiday program was enjoyed along with the annual grab bag gift exchange.
The second vote was held at this meeting to amend our by-laws to allow our dues to increase correspondingly whenever dues at State or National Grange increase. A $2.00 dues increase was passed by National Grange this past November, meaning our dues payments will increase 50 cents per member each quarter next year. Our finances are already thin, so $2 per member would be impossible for us to absorb without an increase. We hope all of our members understand that Winchester Grange has not increased the amount of dues money staying with Winchester Grange since the boiler needed replacement several years ago. All dues increases since then have been required by and paid to National Grange—completely out of our control. We appreciate the support and understanding of all of our members. It takes a great deal of money to maintain our beautiful hall and your support through dues payments and donations are greatly appreciated.
Jan. 13: Happy New Year, Potluck Supper at 6 P.M.
Jan. 27: Are You Cold Enough? – Ref. Marie Steiner & Bonnie Farrell |
