Middletown Resident Wins 2009 Smart Car in American Eagle FCU Summer Membership Promotion
Linda Klemba of Middletown, CT, was the winner of a 2009 Smartfortwo Passion Coupe from American Eagle Federal Credit Union. Klemba was selected randomly from over 2,200 official entries during the Credit Union’s “Bank Smart, Drive Smart” summer membership promotion held July 20, 2009, through September 19, 2009. Klemba was presented with the keys to her new Smart Car by American Eagle FCU President & CEO William Dokas during a celebration at the Credit Union’s Cromwell branch on Hammerhead Road.
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Credit Card e-Statements
American Eagle FCU now offers an e-Statement service for Visa credit card members. Rather than getting a paper bill in the mail each month, you can access your monthly Visa billing statement online through the Credit Union web site. You eliminate the possibility of lost or stolen statements by receiving them electronically. You will get an e-mail notification when your monthly billing statement is ready. Download, save, and print up to 24 months of new Visa activity. Review purchases, payments, available credit, and more. Credit card
e-Statements are safe, secure, convenient, and environmentally friendly.

It's quick and easy to enroll. If you change your mind for any reason, you may un-enroll and return to getting a monthly paper bill. Enroll by 12/15/09, and you could win a $100 gift card. See the official "Protect Yourself" e-Statements Sweepstakes Rules for details.

Sales Tax Deduction for Vehicles Purchased Through 2009
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 provides a deduction for state and local sales and excise taxes paid on the purchase of a new vehicle made from February 17 through December 31, 2009. The deduction is limited to the tax on up to $49,500 of the purchase price of a single vehicle. The deduction is phased out for taxpayers whose modified adjusted gross income is between $125,000 and $135,000 for individuals and between $250,000 and $260,000 for joint filers. Taxpayers may claim this deduction on their 2009 tax returns regardless of whether or not they itemize other deductions. For more information go to www.irs.gov.

Member Contact Center Hours Expanded
The Credit Union's Member Contact Center has expanded its telephone business hours. Representatives are now available by phone one-half hour earlier and one-half hour later on weekdays and one-half hour later on Saturdays to better serve our members. Call 860.568.2020 or 800.842.0145, extension 5101. The new Contact Center hours are:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

• Thursday: 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM

• Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Cromwell Children's Home, Food Drive
The American Eagle FCU Cromwell branch is holding a Food Drive now through December 14, 2009. Members wishing to participate may drop off any non-perishable food items at the Cromwell branch located at 4 Hammerhead Place, Cromwell. All the food collected will be donated to the Children’s Home of Cromwell. Thank you.
 

U.S. Marine Corp Reserve, Toys for Tots Collection
The American Eagle FCU Plainville, Glastonbury, and Cromwell branches are holding a Toy Drive now through December 19, 2009. Members wishing to participate may drop off new unwrapped toys, clothing, or other gifts at the designated Credit Union branches. All items donated will be distributed to need families in the Greater Hartford area. Thank you.
 

Credit Union Donates $10,000 to Local United Way
 

American Eagle FCU donated $10,000 in November to the United Way of Central & Northeastern Connecticut. Credit Union President & CEO William Dokas (left) presented a check to United Way President Susan Dunn (center) and United Way Senior Loaned Executive David Taylor (right). This donation will be used to help the United Way meet the human care needs in 40 towns throughout north central Connecticut.

East Hartford Lion's Club - Poinsettia Sale
The East Hartford Lion's Club will hold its annual poinsettia sale on Thursday and Friday, December 3-4, 2009, at the Credit Union's Main Office, 417 Main Street, East Hartford. Plants are $10 each or two for $19. Proceeds benefit the Lion's Club community projects.