[Centralok] Fwd: Washington Seminar 2017

[Audrey Farnum]

Hello all.

Please see below for Washington Seminar information. Thanks and have a great holiday.

Audrey T. Farnum
Secretary
Central Oklahoma Chapter
National Federation of the Blind Oklahoma
4055906110


> Begin forwarded message:
> 
> From: Jeannie Massay <jmassay1 at cox.net>
> Subject: Washington Seminar 2017
> Date: December 13, 2016 at 4:14:51 PM CST
> To: Jeannie Massay <jmassay1 at cox.net>
> 
> Greetings leaders and members of the NFB of Oklahoma, (Please forward to anyone interested in attending Washington Seminar 2017!
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> It is time to start planning for the 2017 Washington Seminar. 
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> Seminar Details:
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> PLACE: Holiday Inn Capitol, 550 C Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
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> DATES: Monday, January 30, 2017 through Thursday, February 2, 2017. Oklahoma’s congressional visits will be scheduled on Tuesday , January 31 and Wednesday  morning, February 1st. 
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> MEETINGS: 
> Monday, January 30, 2:00 p.m. – Legislative Seminar at Holiday Inn
> Monday, January 30, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Great Gathering In at Holiday Inn
> Tuesday, January 31, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – NFB Student Rally at Upper Senate Park
> Tuesday, January 31, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Congressional Reception at Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room G50
> Tuesday, January 31, and Wednesday, February 1, Oklahoma Hill visits
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> PROGRAM: The Washington Seminar is an annual event of the National Federation of the Blind to introduce the agenda of blind Americans--the priority issues requiring congressional attention over the coming year. The issues are selected from official positions of the Federation and may address concerns in the following areas: relevant civil rights issues; educational programs and services; rehabilitation of the blind for competitive employment; the operation of vending facilities by blind persons on public property; specialized library services for the blind; the organization and funding of federal programs; Social Security and Supplemental Income programs; and other timely topics. Approximately three legislative initiatives are chosen for priority attention during the Washington Seminar.
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> ROOM RATES AND RESERVATIONS: You can now reserve a room at the Holiday Inn Capitol (550 C Street, SW Washington, DC 20024) for Washington Seminar for check-in beginning Saturday, January 28, 2017 and check-out Friday, February 3, 2017.  The rate is $188.00 per night.  This rate does not include DC sales tax, currently 14.5%. You may begin booking reservations by using the following link: Holiday Inn Washington-Capitol <https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/washington/wassm/hoteldetail?qAdlt=1&qBrs=6c.hi.ex.rs.ic.cp.in.sb.cw.cv.ul.vn.ki&qChld=0&qFRA=1&qGRM=0&qGrpCd=F7B&qIta=99801505&qPSt=0&qRRSrt=rt&qRef=df&qRms=1&qRpn=1&qRpp=20&qSHp=1&qSmP=3&qSrt=sBR&qWch=0&srb_u=1&icdv=99801505> or by calling 1 877-572-6951 and referencing booking code F7B.
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> FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The NFB of Oklahoma Board of Directors has allocated $600.00 from the Live the Life You Want Fund for up to 3 first time attendees of Washington Seminar to receive a $200.00 stipend. Recipients of these stipends are responsible for all expenses above and beyond the amount of the stipend.  Stipends will be provided to recipients at the Great Gathering In on January 30th.  Stipend recipients are required to attend all of the meetings listed above in addition to a meeting with the Oklahoma delegation to review our meeting schedule and practice our presentation to our representatives. 
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> ESTIMATED EXPENSES PER PERSONLFor Monday, January 30 – Wednesday morning, February 1st)
> Airfare to Washington Reagan National Airport $350.00
> Hotel for 2 nights based on last year’s rate $406.00 (Can be split between up to 4 persons)
> Ground Transportation $30 to $50
> Meals at $40 per day $120
> Total estimated cost $926
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> Selected applicants can reduce cost by room sharing and cab sharing. You will receive assistance in coordinating opportunities to reduce your cost at the time of selection. 
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> APPLICATION PROCESS: All persons who wish to attend Washington Seminar must complete the brief application that will be reviewed by the Legislative Director & Affiliate President. Selected applicants will be notified by e-mail on Monday, January 2, 2017. Applications are to be submitted on or before December 30, 2016 to Glenda Farnum, Legislative Director at gfarnum at cox.net <mailto:gfarnum at cox.net>.   
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> Please note all persons wishing to attend Washington Seminar need to complete the application form. It is necessary for us to have the names of all persons who will be making Hill visits to send to legislators when scheduling appointments. We look forward to your attendance and growth in learning about the legislative action of the National Federation of the Blind and how your local chapter fits into the affiliate and national organization. Thank you for your interest!
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> APPLICATION FORM
> Name:
> Address: 
> City, State, Zip:
> Phone:
> e-mail: 
>  
> 1.   Are you a member of the National Federation of the Blind Oklahoma? If you are a member of a chapter or division please list.
> 2.   Describe any leadership roles you hold in your chapter, division, affiliate or National level.
> 3.   Have you attended National or State Conventions?
> 4.   Have you attended Washington Seminar?
> 5.   If you are a first-time attendee, are you applying for a stipend?   
> 6.   Describe your involvement in advocacy activities.
> 7.    Why do you want to attend Washington Seminar, what do you hope to gain from attendance and what do you hope to do with what you gain?
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> I understand that I am responsible for all expenses related to attending Washington Seminar. I Understand that I can seek additional support for Washington Seminar from my local chapter and that the chapter is under no obligation to provide funding for Washington Seminar. 
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> I understand that if I am selected to attend Washington Seminar that I am to attend all meetings and Congressional appointments.
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> My typed signature constitutes that I have read and understand my responsibilities related to attending Washington Seminar.
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> Name and date: 
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> My contact information is listed below should you have any questions or concerns. 
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> With warm regards, 
>  
> Glenda Farnum,
> Legislative Director
> NFB OK
> Phone or text 405-255-6482
> E-mail gfarnum at cox.net <mailto:gfarnum at cox.net>
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