Greetings! This is to announce two things that were probably obvious.
1 – The MCI retirees WILL NOT be holding a gathering this fall.
Our spring gathering was cancelled due to the restrictions imposed regarding the Corona virus. It was anticipated by most that life would be returning to “normal” by this time, but it hasn’t. Although dine-in restaurants have reopened, restrictions on group size and spacing make our customary event still impossible to pull off. Added to the recommendations for those in special groups, like advanced age and existing health issues, this was not a difficult decision.
We are hopeful that by next spring the Corona virus will be in our rear view mirror, and we will be able to hold a gathering. Our web site will be updated accordingly, as soon as the situation permits. If you know of retirees who don’t have email or check our web site, please relay this on to them.
2 – Free meals at MCI for retirees the first Wednesday each month are still suspended.
Several years ago, when Warden Jason Bunting approved for retirees to enter MCI for a free lunch on the first Wednesday each month, it was understood that future circumstances at the institution might alter that arrangement. Most of us thought we had a handle on what those circumstances might be, but the Corona virus added to the list.
The restrictions noted in March remain in effect. Obviously, this circumstance will improve over time. What no one knows is what time frame will be required. When MCI provides definitive information on this, we will post it on the web site, and send it out as an email as soon as possible.
Until we met again, take care of yourself.
Kevin Johnston John Mathew
