Staff,

I know that many of you have asked what is happening related to the possible re-opening of the Almonte location to serve the residents in that area on a permanent basis. We are still working hard to make that happen but cannot actually confirm it as a reality until we get the cost of the lease ironed out both with Oklahoma City and the property management firm. But, informally all parties have agreed that we can make it work.

As soon as the lease arrangments are signed off by all, we will gear up as soon as we can and start the process of hiring staff, buying books etc. I am hopeful that we can notify Almonte customersprior to closing on September 10 that this is going to happen and that we will reopen before the end of the year.

I will try to update everyone again next week.

Thanks,

Donna