President’s Notes
I am still looking for someone to be the Newsletter Editor. It is not as hard as it sounds and the chapter really needs someone focused on the Newsletter. I also need someone to take photographs during activities. The Newsletter Editor and the photographer can be the same or different people, a member or spouse. The Chapter needs someone in these positions to keep it vibrant and growing. If you are in the least bit interested, please talk to me.
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Veterans Day Events and Discounts
The website www.military.com is compiling a list of Veterans Day discounts on restaurants, goods, services, and events for 2023. Military.com will update information about discounts as they become available.
This website link lists all 2023 Veterans Day free meals, restaurant deals, and discounts. It also includes links to Travel, Recreation discounts, and Retail Deals and Discounts. 2023 Veterans Day Free Meals and Restaurant Deals and Discounts | Military.com
Akron Zoo has free entry for military members with valid I.D.s. Dependents get 50% off their ticket. Nov 8-12 (Wednesday to Sunday) from 11 to 4. Parking fee extra.
akronzoo.org/veterans-appreciation-days
Chapter Elections
The November membership meeting, also referred to as the Annual Business Meeting, and Chapter election is scheduled for Wednesday, 15 November, with the weekly luncheon at Michaels AM, 1130 – 1300. We will hold our Chapter Leadership election and discuss the December Officer installation, Christmas Party, and Cookie exchange.
The following six candidates were nominated as Chapter Officers for 2024 at the October meeting, and they are:
For President Andrew Emanuele
For 1st Vice President Tom Luczynski
For 2d Vice President William Maki
For Secretary John Anderson
For Treasurer James McClellan
1 Year Trustee John Chapman
Additional nominations will be called for from the floor during the Annual Business Meeting.
SAVE THE DATE
The 2023 December Membership Meeting and Officer Installation, Christmas Party, and Cookie Exchange is Friday, 1 December 2023, 1800 – 2100 hrs.
The venue will be the same as last year, the Galaxy Restaurant, 201 Park Center Dr, Wadsworth, OH 44281
Meal Prices:
- Pan Seared Salmon w/beurre blanc sauce @ $33.00 per person.
- Prime Rib of Beef au jus, w/horseradish cream @ $39.00 per person.
- Almond Chicken w/apricot glaze @ $29.00 per person.
We will have welcoming appetizers, delicious food, and the annual cookie exchange.
The Manchester H.S. Choir will entertain us again. Duane Carson will return and provide seasonal background and singing music on the grand piano.
The announcement and invitation will be published in the next few days. Please make your reservation. We plan on seeing everyone at the party.
Dues are Due!
The window to pay Chapter dues is open until 1 January 2024. Dues are $25 for members and $10 for Spouse. We have prepared the chapter website, and you can visit https://OWRC.net and pay online or get the address of where to mail your payment.
Look at thenext Newsletter for detailed instructions.
Advocacy Center for Information about Medicare and TFL and COLA
https://moaa.quorum.us/
Read this article on the MOAA Web page about Medicare Part B Rates for 2024. This article is in the latest MOAA Newsletter. It looks like the standard Medicare Part B premium will increase by $9.80 in 2024. But read the article to find your specific increase.
MOAA – Here Are Your 2024 Medicare Part B Rates
Help MOAA Reverse Pharmacy Network Cuts.
Use this link (https://moaa.quorum.us/campaign/50736/ ) to urge your Representative to co-sponsor H.R. 5150 – a bill requiring a detailed report on the pharmacy network, which has been cut by more than 13,000 locations since 2022.
One of MOAA’s top priorities is a report requirement to evaluate the impact of recent TRICARE Pharmacy network cuts on beneficiary access to care – such a report will help advance our efforts to reverse the network cuts. Please join MOAA in urging lawmakers to co-sponsor a standalone bill to ensure robust report requirements are included in the FY 2024 NDAA
Stay healthy and active. Enjoy our beautiful Fall weather with your family & friends. We look forward to seeing you at the November meeting and the December Christmas party.
Andy Emanuele
President