HUTCHINSON, Kan. — What has been part of Hutchinson for more than seven decades could officially come to an end Tuesday evening.

The 250 members of the Hutchinson Town Club will vote whether to close the club after 71 years.

The special meeting and vote comes after the announcement was made by the club last month that it would close pending the vote. If approved, the club would close its doors at the end of the month.

Club President Liz Peirce says the financial picture for the club and membership have been in decline. Its membership continues to increase in age and fewer younger residents want to join. Those who cannot be present will be able to vote by proxy.

The closing will also mean the loss of 16 jobs.