OFFICE HOURS
Tues. Fri. and Sat. 11:00am to 3:30pm
Sunday 11:00 am to 1:00pm....3:00pm to 5:00pm
CLOSED DARK DAYS
(231)798-2250...Fax(517) 552-0004
GOOD LUCK TO ALL!!
CURRENT NEWS SECTION
OFFICE MANAGER: The Michigan HBPA welcomes Mary Ann Barron, as the office manager replacing Marilyn Iwan who has decided not to return to that position. The HBPA appreciates Marilyn's dedication and dependability in serving our horsemen and women during her stay in Muskegon. Best Wishes Marilyn!
The HBPA is fortunate to have Mary Ann accept the position. She brings a tremendous amount of respect, insight and years of valuable experience, as an owner/trainer, not to mention the other vital positions while in Muskegon. Mary Ann was involved getting GLD developed, opened and Racing Secretary in 2007.
7/21
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HBPA BENEVOLENCE TRUST FUND: In order to continue assistance for dental, optical, medical and funeral expenses to our members and backside employees, the Board of Directors increased the "pony fee" per start to $7.00. Hopefully, this will be adequate to fund the needs of our horsemen and women along with their employees. Many horsemen have been assisted and in 2007 the benevolence totaled $21,893. Details of benefits offered are posted in the HBPA office. With the significant decrease in race days and racing opportunities this year, the board felt a modest increase would allow the fund to maintain the level necessary to serve its members. 7/17
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NEW THIS YEAR: Horsemen's Bookkeeper offers new feature this year. You will be able to review and request checks from your account on-line. Pinnacle Race Course is using the "in-compass" accounting feature that makes this available. Check with bookkeeper for details on set-up. 7/6
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HOUSING: With Phase I of the Pinnacle Race Course project, there are no provisions for backside housing. Plans include housing in 2009. So in order to assist, after contacting several motels, the HBPA has been told that when ORC licensees present their license, they will be offered discounts. Discounts will depend on the number of rooms, guests and for how long. Competitive weekly rates will be available. Contact the following motels for your arrangements. Both motels are south of I-94 and the airport.
Metro Inn (Shuttle to Pinnacle Race Course...Reasonable rates show license)
8230 Merriman Rd.
(734) 729-7600
2 Beds, $150.00 total per week, $50 per additional resident, not to exceed 4
Cable TV, phone (local calls or calling cards), wireless internet, maid service twice per week.
Any need for assitance call: JJ (954) 822-4818
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Rodeway Inn (Reasonable rates...show license)
8500 Wickham Rd. (Runs into Merriman, almost next to Metro Inn)
(734) 595-1990
Good Luck, there may be more motels to offer a discount when they realize the business potential. There are plenty in the area and this is a start.
6/25
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HBPA OFFICE TRAILER FOR SALE: The board of directors have decided to sell the 40' x 60' trailer that has been the HBPA office. There is no apparent use for the trailer at Pinnacle Race Track with site plan including office space on the backside for the HBPA. The trailer will be part of the auction being planned by Great Lakes Downs to sell any remaining items. No details on auction at this time, stay tuned. 4/9
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Pinnacle Race Course
Michigan Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Assn.
National HBPA
Office of the Racing Commissioner
National Thoroughbred Racing Assn.
(discount purchases for MI- HBPA members)
Michigan Equine Partnership