A Presidential Posting for November

Houston METRO
Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #98
1900 North Loop West, Suite 540
Houston, Texas 77018
(713) 864-2925
www.fop98.org

November 27, 2008

Brothers and Sisters,

As we enter into the latter part of the year, I take a look back at how far we have come and how far we have to go. It has been a rocky road, as we learn each other’s personalities and differences. These are the things that make us a working lodge and keep each other going. I learned that no matter how hard you try or what the goal is, you just can’t make everyone happy.

I’m thankful that I have a great e-board working for the members of Lodge 98 and that even though we have different ideas on how to improve and move forward, at the end of the day, this is a volunteer position that just tries to help fellow brothers and sisters when they need that little help. I want to thank all the members of the e-board for their dedication in attending meetings, events, conferences, etc. A big thanks goes out to Greg Schoener for his work and dedication to the Lodge website. Take a minute to visit it and feed your comments, as many civilians and other agencies read it.

In November’s meeting, the members changed the approach on serving the four families and moved toward helping 40 families at the same expense. The concept was great and we managed to help families whose children attend Jane Long Middle, Hamilton Middle, Key Middle, and Gallegos Elementary Schools. Lodge 98 was met with open arms from the representatives of each school and they expressed their gratitude.

In the month of December, we will have our monthly meeting on December 21st. A representative from our new insurance, Conseco, will be present to sign new members up and answer questions. She is offering a product that I hope the members will be proud of. Conseco will be catering the meeting, so I hope all members can make it.

The lodge will be weighing in all participates in the weight loss contest for that $1,000.00 winner. Come see the results and congratulate our winner because they have been working hard this last 6 months.

The lodge was not able to get enough volunteers to help put on this year’s Christmas party, but hopes to put on a Christmas party next year with help from volunteers.

The 2009 member cards should be in any day, along with calendars. I have proposed to the e-board that we put together a care packet to all members that will include items like your calendar, pen, vehicle stickers, member card, etc. Have a safe and memorable holiday season.

Fraternally,
Robert Lozano
Proud to be F.O.P.