Re: Dues Increase

[Alan Lambert <lechefgerard@domain.elided>]

I really agree with Mark--among other things, I'm appalled that so
little of these dues go to my local (AROSC) region. Could
someone--anyone--tell us what AROC does for us?


--- M Smith <gtv684@domain.elided> wrote:
>   Why would membership in the Alfa Romeo Owners Club cost $60 a year?
> Come 
> on folks, let's see the books! How much are you paying people and for
> what 
> products? ;-)
>   I did a quick search on car clubs and can't find any that are near
> the 
> cost of AROC. The Audi Quattro Club is closest at $40, Citroen Car
> Club-$20, 
> Buick Club-$35, VW club-$20 (includes a free club t-shirt!), Lincoln 
> Continental Club-$30, Nash Club-$26, sheesh, even the BMW CCA is only
> $35! 
> The aforementioned National level clubs cover various membership
> sizes and 
> car types so please don't say it's because we are a "small" group
> .....
>   There is no local chapter for me down here, for $60 a year I would
> get a 
> mediocre newsletter/magazine that shows up anytime during the month,
> usually 
> 2-3 weeks into that month! I have been a member in the past, I have 
> submitted articles and photos also, I've been to a couple National
> events 
> and have enjoyed them. I just can't see why it has to cost so much.
> Anyone 
> have an answer?
> 
> Mark in Southern Georgia
> 
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Best Regards,

Alan Lambert
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