Editor:

Last year the Plains Paradise Senior Citizens Center reached out to their communities for help when the heating/AC unit which services the dining area of the facility needed to be replaced. The response from the communities was overwhelming. Enough funds were received to replace the unit at a cost of $12,400, repair the back of the building, and begin the kitchen remodel.

Recently during the spring inspection of the heating/AC units for the dining room and the kitchen, the center learned that the kitchen unit was overheating, to the point where it is a fire danger. The unit is also producing low levels of carbon monoxide. The cost to replace this unit is $20,000, an increase of $7,600.

When Adam Bache heard about the dire need of the center, he began researching available funds and grants. Adam has talked with the current commissioners, a past commissioner, Ray Brown from Sanders County Community Development, and Mission West Community Development Partners. The board has met with him twice, and he is arranging a meeting with Ray Brown to hear about any funding that might be available. Since the unit needs to be replaced before fall, the timing is critical.

The maintenance of the senior center is dependent upon donations, building use rent, and any grants which the center might be able to apply for. If you would like to help replace this heating/AC unit, please send your donations to Plains Paradise Senior Center, PO Box 935, Plains MT 59859.

I am impressed with Adam Bache. He is working for our county even before he is elected. I encourage you to consider voting for Adam.

Linda Bursell, Plains