To the Editor:
Does the Wrangell Hospital Auxiliary have a future?
For nearly half a century, the group has existed to raise funds and otherwise support our local hospital, paying many thousands of dollars for equipment and items to improve the care and quality of life for patients and residents.
November 1, 2018, marks the transfer of Wrangell Medical Center to SEARHC. With a stronger revenue stream, the hospital administration will have adequate operating funds. SEARHC will purchase all equipment necessary for the planned new hospital building. The Auxiliary’s donations will no longer be needed.
Membership in the group has declined significantly in recent years, as it has with other local volunteer service groups. The remaining members question if the Wrangell Hospital Auxiliary has a future.
An important meeting is set for Monday, October 29 at 1 pm in the WMC conference room on the lower level. A vote may be taken to disband the group and disburse its remaining funds.
Voting will be open to all who have paid $5 dues for the membership year that started September 1.
Janet Buness, President
Diana Nore, Secretary
Alice Rooney, Treasurer
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