A huge thank you once again to the Homer Foundation for their generous donation toward our utility cost emergency last season at the Kevin Bell Arena!

The purpose of this matching grant was to aid in offsetting the unexpected increase in utility expenses due to the energy rate hike experienced early this year. In 2008, a typical electric bill was $4,500 per month, while in late 2008 and early 2009, the average bill had increased to over $6,000, thereby increasing our expenses for the year by over $9,000. But between the boost this grant provided and tightening an already tightened belt, we weathered the storm.

We truly appreciate the good work of Joy Steward and the members of the Homer Foundation for our arena and our community. Thank you.

Cinda Martin, president

Homer Hockey Association