VRC names board for 2012

The Veterans Resource Center, formally located in Freeland, is making plans for the new year — not the least of which include finding a new home.

The nonprofit organization held its annual meeting Monday at its temporary office near Langley. The new board of directors, including officers, is: Judith Gorman, president; Chris Thorsen, secretary; John McFarland, treasurer; Bill Hughes and Kord Roosen-Runge.

The VRC made news in November, when the group decided to close its community center in Freeland. The organization has been available by phone for information and referral services, but has been unable to offer the drop-in services veterans in the area had become accustomed to.

Since the community center closed, cofounder Judith Gorman said they have received a lot of community support.

“The House of Prayer has offered us the use of a building they don’t use,” Gorman said last Friday. “We’re considering that and we’re continuing to look for  regular office space.”

Until office space can be located, the VRC is available by phone at 331-8081 or go to vetsresourcecenter.org for more information on the organization