Dear Fellow Curlers:
Change is inevitable, success is optional. As I write this letter, your board of directors is working tirelessly to improve and fine-tune the institution that each of us cherishes to ensure that its tradition is carried on long into the future. It is our fundamental belief that each decision is a small piece of the puzzle towards the best program that we can offer.
In order to add some excitement to kick-off the new season, the Paris Curling Club will be hosting an Open House/Golf and Dine on September 25. Tickets will be $50 per person including 9 holes of golf with cart and a BBQ dinner to follow at the Curling Club. Tickets for dinner only will be $20 per person. The executive anticipates this being a chance to see some friends that we have missed since the end of last season.
Most importantly, based on the unanimous support from the membership at the closing meeting, the executive has moved forward with the proposed changes to the membership fees. This decision was based on a multitude of spreadsheets, research and mathematics, and was not arrived at easily. It must be a basic principal in the business of the club that it’s fees and bar revenues cover expenses. Starting with the immediate season fees will be a flat rate per member. Discounts will be granted for those new to the club, those bringing in new members, those playing weekend mixed only, and those over 60. The executive believes this will bring financial stability to the club while still providing the most economical fee in the region. This change has been made on the premise that it costs the club the same whether a member curls everyday or once a week. Of course, this could potentially create a shortage of ice time in the future. Members are therefore given fair warning that league play will be on a first pay first play basis. No league spots will be reserved if the team has not paid its fees.See the fee shedule here .
The opening meeting will take place at 7pm on October 7, 2010 in the upstairs of the Paris Curling Club. All members are encouraged to attend to ensure the board of directors is operating the club in the manner desired by the membership.
Members are reminded that monthly board meetings are an open arena for ideas, comments and questions to be brought forward in person. Feedback and suggestions are always well received.
I look forward to seeing each of you at the Paris Fair, the Golf and BBQ and the opening meeting. Enjoy the remainder of the summer – 65 days until the first rocks will slide.
Regards,
Phil Emmott