RCRTA
The Richland County Retired Teacher association is known as RCRTA. The RCRTA is affiliated with the state association Illinois Retired Teacher Association. Local dues are $10.00 per year and the IRTA dues deduct are $2.00 per month. IRTA Pac can be added for $1 per month.
The RCRTA attempts to keep retired teachers informed about legislative issues that may affect their livelihood.
The officers and members spent several days during the summer months planning special recognition of 2012 Retirees.
The first meeting of the RCRTA was held on September 13, 2012. New teachers were honored and received a flower in a base. Faye Clapp was elected Secretary to serve until officers are elected in September 2013. Nadine Boyer was elected Vice President at the May 10, 2012 meeting. Kathy, RCRTA Treasurer, accepted the local dues. Twenty six members and guests were present.