<div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:large"><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Hello
and good morning! Following are the minutes from our August meeting. Please
review and be prepared to vote on them this Saturday at our September meeting.
We start at 11 a.m. on our Conference Line, so please be on time. The number is
515-604-9819 and then enter code 531953. Thanks and catch you then!<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">National
Federation of the Blind of Ohio<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Greater
Akron Chapter<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Meeting
Minutes for August 15 2020<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The
meeting was called to order at 11 a.m. on our Chapter Conference Line.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Roll
Call was taken, with 18 members and 5 guests present. Guests were Affiliate
President Richard Payne, Affiliate Vice President and Cleveland Chapter
President Suzanne Turner, Capital Chapter President Annette Lutz, and also from
Cleveland William Turner and Delcenia Brown. Thank you for joining us!<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">We
read together the 1-Minute Message: The National Federation of the Blind knows
that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every
day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create
obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want;
blindness is not what holds you back<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">President’s
Remarks<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Dave
announced the August Birthdays—just one, Mr. James Parsons<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Also
addressed were the Covidsituation and future meetings.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The
Library Accessible Zone is again being worked on, an area in the library
devoted to accessible hardware and software. The braille books we donated
should likewise be on the shelves soon.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Dave
mentioned he had mailed everyone a Metro Update and is mailing passes for free
rides good for line service. <span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">We
will vote and adopt a new Chapter Constitution today<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Dave
also shared there is a Sharing Solutions call August 16 tomorrow night at 7 on
the Ohio Conference Line, on Losing Vision Later in Life. The call details were
given.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Reports<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Secretary
Report: Minutes from July 18, 2020 were voted on and approved unanimously<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Treasurer
Report: There were no transactions since the previous meeting, so our treasury
balance remains as $348.23<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Member
dues must be in by October 1 because the chapter must pay its dues to the state
before the state convention. Also we/the board has already extended the due
date three months, to address the Covid situation.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Pat
reminded everyone the board had discussed increasing annual dues, to $10, and
she made a motion to do this. Approval was unanimous.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;line-height:normal"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Committee
Reports<span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;line-height:normal"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;line-height:normal"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Constitution
Committee: Pat reminded everyone of the process we undertook, to revise and
bring up to speed, our Chapter Constitution. She motioned and Andra secondxed
to pass and adopt our new Chapter Constitution. The motion passed unanimously.<span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;line-height:normal"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;line-height:normal"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Publicity
and Social Media Committee: Dave reported our little chapter has 136 Facebook
Likes<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Newsline
Committee: Pat shared updates on Newsline and offered to help new members get
on board with this valuable service.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Veterans
Committee: Ken reported that Dave spoke at the VA meeting on August 11<sup>th</sup>
and shared about the NFB with several members of our local VA who have vision
loss.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Fundraising
Committee: Dave reported that as of today, we are part of the Acme Community
Cash Back program, so shop at Acme and save your receipts. Tell your family and
friends to do the same. Dave sent fliers to every member in the mail. We will
submit all receipts in late December, and get paid! <span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Conventions
Committee: Andra gave a National Convention Recap, and then Pat, Jessica, Andra
and Colleen all shared their experiences. Pat shared a preview of the upcoming
Ohio State Convention, to be held virtually November 6-8. Pat has offered registration
help to any who need it.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Events
Committee: Colleen recently toured the zoo and says our outing there is in
doubt. We do have a room reserved at On Tap, if we are able to hold a holiday
gathering in December. Dave reminded everyone of our October 8 fundraiser at
Beef O’Brady’s in Stow, same place as last October. Fliers will soon be
available and carry-out orders will be included for the fundraiser.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Outreach/Legislation
Committee: Pat shared about the Senior Division fundraiser, which had appeared
on Ohio Talk, and which Dave had forwarded to Akron Talk,<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;line-height:normal"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Membership
Committee: We had two potential members join us today, introduce themselves and
express an interest in Joining our chapter and family, and both recited the NFB
Pledge, Paige Rackley and Todd Jaffray. Kiana made the motion to approve both
for active membership, and Charlie seconded. The vote was unanimous. William
Turner reminded Dave to post a welcome to these members on Ohio Talk. Welcome
aboard Paige and Todd!<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Other
Business<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Annette
Lutz shared about the Blind Merchants Division and was very well received.
Thank you Annette.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Jessica
reminded everyone of the virtual choir practice on Friday at 8 p.m.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Suzanne
reminded everyone of the senior committee call, plus the earlier mentioned fundraiser.<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Important
Dates were shared, including:<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">September
19 Meeting via conference call<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">October
17 Meeting via conference call <span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">November
6-8 State Convention via Zoooooom<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">November
21 Meeting at the Library or via conference call, TBD<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:18pt;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(34,34,34)"><br></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:18pt;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(34,34,34)">The
meeting was adjourned at 12:25 p.m.</span><br></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:18pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">###<span></span></span></p><p class="gmail-MsoPlainText">
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