Humane Society's first year
In the spring of 1999 various individuals got together to discuss the possibility of a humane society in Alcona County. In May the first public meeting was held and more than 60 individuals attended. At this time the board members were elected.
In June another meeting was held and the name "Alcona Humane Society" was finalized. Initial committees were set up.
During the July meeting the various committees reported what they had been working on. Possible locations for the Humane Society were reviewed and various fund-raisers were discussed.
During the August meeting discussions were held on a possible site, tenative blueprints for a building were reviewed, grant committee was discussed, & committees gave reports on what they are working on.
In the September meeting the committees again gave updates and various topics were discussed. The paperwork on our non-profit status came through. A LOGO CONTEST was held.
On October 5 another meeting was held and various topics were discussed including a zoning variance, logo contest, and the Save-Share program. The Alcona Humane Society is a beneficiary of the Glen's Markets Save-Share 2000 Program. Individuals who shop at Glen's can sign up to have 1% of their purchases go to the Alcona Humane Society. Our Glens number is: 153239. Any receipts you may have for Carter's can be brought to our monthly meeting and the AHS can redeem them for a donation.
At the November meeting the winners of the logo contest were announced. We would like to thank all participants. Congratulations to the winners!! An educational presentation was given by a young lady and her companion dog on the Leader Dog program.
During December discussions continue to focus on the building site and an upcoming Winter Spaghetti Supper Fund-raiser, "Warm Hearts for Cold Noses"!
At the January and February meetings updates were given on the various developments on the building site, the spaghetti dinner, and other topics. The "Future Site of The Alcona Humane Society" sign has been constructed on the property.
The first annual spaghetti supper fund-raiser was held Saturday, March 25, 2000 and it was a huge success. Special appreciation goes to the Alcona Sheriff Dept deputys, Justice (K-9), those who sold tickets, worked at the dinner, made desserts, and the gracious lady who donated the door prize. All your hard work is appreciated!
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