FMCA RAISES DUES AGAIN

As FMCA transitions from a fraternal organization funded by advertisers and commercial support to a one supported more and more by member dues, members face another dues increase.

So, if you want to renew at the current dues structure, renew before April 1st. Below is the last offer from FMCA.
Please take a moment to renew online (must sign in), call them toll-free at (800) 543-3622 or send a check. You can take advantage of the multi-year program and receive a discount.

1 - Year ($35.00)
2 - Years ($66.50)
3 - Years ($94.50)
5 - Years ($140.00)

Make checks payable to:
FMCA
8291 Clough Pike
Cincinnati, OH 45244-2796

Below is a paragraph from Charlie Shrenkel, FMCA National President, explaining the process used to arrive at the increase. Note, It does not mention the above offer.
So, TAKE CARE OF RENEWAL YOURSELF.

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I wanted to let you know firsthand that the FMCA Governing Board voted by mail ballot (322 for, 91 against and 84 not voting) to increase the FMCA membership dues by $5.00 per year. Effective April 1, 2010, your annual dues will be $40 instead of $35. Steps have been taken over the last two years to reduce expenditures while at the same time keeping the quality of an FMCA membership. As I am sure you are aware, the motorhome industry, including many companies that are commercial members of FMCA, has experienced a downturn for the past two or three years. A number of companies have even gone out of business. As a result, the revenue FMCA receives from these commercial entities has declined. Some companies are now in the reorganization process and should be back with us soon, advertising in Family Motor Coaching magazine and participating in FMCA international conventions. It is important that we keep FMCA the organization that it is, which enhances your motorhome lifestyle with the exceptional benefits we offer. .............................

Charlie Schrenkel
National President

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