[Cinci-nfb] NFB Minutes October 2014

Mon Nov 10 22:26:04 UTC 2014

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF CINCINNATI

Meeting minutes for October 27th, 2014

1. The October 27th meeting of the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind was called to order by President, Deborah Kendrick at 5:58 PM at Washington Platform Restaurant. The following were present: Deborah Kendrick, Marianne Denning, Deanna Lewis, Kim McEachirn, Emily Pennington, Lillie Pennington, Lisa Hall, Bob Marquardt, Joy Thomas, Chris Sabine, Paul Dressell, Paul Jordan, Jim Tudor, Elif Emir, Sheri Albers, and Jessie McDaniel. We had several guests this month, Alan Lemly, Connie Misch, Brandon Misch, Chantel Cuddemi, and Mike Welty.  

2. The meeting began with our introductions, due to a packed agenda, we did not have a Mini-Blind this month.  

3. Invocation: Members shared their praises and concerns. Paul Dressell led us in prayer, followed by Lillie Pennington singing an NFB song, “Glory Glory Federation”. Everyone joined in for the second chorus.  

4. Deborah informed everyone that Karren and Bill Innis were not able to attend the meeting and State Convention, due the death of Karren’s father. They will soon be going to Texas for the services. Karren Innis does a wonderful job at calling all the members to remind them of the upcoming meetings. 

5. Paul Jordan moved that the August meeting minutes be approved, as emailed. Emily Pennington seconded. The motion passed and the minutes were approved.

6. Emily reminded everyone that she is collecting money for dues. She also reported the following balances:

Seniors: $40.68

Checking: $ 3,345.47

Income: $15.00 ($2.00 for members not being clad with NFB insignia, and $13.00 for the auction items). 

Expenses: $747.30

·       $78.20 (Bell Home presentation)

·       $39.10 (Space on Fountain Square for the White Cane Walk)

·       $350.00 (Convention transportation stipends of $25.00 each for the 14 people attending)

·       $280.00 (Convention assistance for first timers, Chris Sabine and Jessie McDaniel, each received $140)    

Sheri Albers asked if the Treasurer’s Report was given by the bank statement, or per our own records. Sheri recommended that the balances be given according to the bank statements, once all of the items have cleared. The chapter agreed on this until more research can be gathered. 

Sheri asked about the Convention stipends and wanted clarification. Every member attending the State Convention will be getting $25 to help with transportation costs. The money raised at the Yard Sale ($280.00) will be split between the two first timers, Chris and Jessie. 

Sheri’s friend in Columbus donated $20 to the Yard Sale fundraiser, and it was agreed upon to deposit that money into the Chapter’s checking account. 

Lillie Pennington made a motion that the Treasurer’s report be approved, and Deanna Lewis seconded; the motion passed.

7. White Cane Walk: Deborah reported on the walk on Fountain Square on October 15th. There were about 100 people who participated in the walk, including several of our Chapter members. Our NFB of Ohio President, Eric Duffy and Secretary, Shelbi Hindel were also able to attend the event. A special thank you was given to Sheri Albers, who reserved the space on Fountain Square and to Paul and Bernie Dressell for working the NFB literature table that day. 

8. Deanna Lewis briefly reported on the Bell Home Presentation and pizza party, that the Membership Committee organized. A group of our chapter members; Deanna Lewis, Deborah Kendrick, Lisa Hall, Bob Marquardt, Elif Emir, Paul Dressell, Karren Innis, Bill Innis, and Judy Rudig were able to come and help out. Deanna’s mother, Diane Carmony also came to volunteer. 

A presentation and information about the NFB was given by Deborah and Lisa. Pizza, drinks and cookies were enjoyed as we met new people and told them how much the NFB means to us. There were approximately 20 people at the event, including our members. 

The committee would like to hold similar events at Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Clovernook Center.  

9. Convention: Deborah briefly reminded everyone about the upcoming Convention, Oct 31-Nov 2 at the Holiday Inn Worthington. She briefly discussed the agenda, starting on Thursday night with the Board meeting and concluding at 12:00 noon on Sunday. 

Marianne Denning has been working on transportation for members to and from the Convention. Here is the information:

Thursday afternoon, Jessie McDaniel and Sheri Albers will be taking Paul and Bernie Dressell and Lisa Hall. 

Friday morning, Bob Marquardt will be taking Chris Sabine, Joy Thomas, and Elif Emir. They will be meeting at Clovernook. 

Friday afternoon, Paul and Marianne Denning will be taking Deanna Lewis. 

Sunday, Jessie and Sheri will be taking Paul and Bernie Dressell home. Bob will be taking, Lisa, Deanna and Chris home. Elif’s husband will be taking Elif, Deborah, Alan, and Joy home.

We will be selling our NFB song CDs at Convention this year, they are $5.00 each. Paul Dressell made a motion that our chapter gives 5 CDs away for door prizes. Each CD will be accompanied by $20, so a total of $100. Sheri Albers seconded the motion and it passed. 

Deborah discussed contributions to the state affiliate. Last year, our Chapter gave $100 for the movement. Marianne Denning made a motion that we give $100 for the movement and another $75 for the 75 in 75 campaign. Lillie Pennington seconded the motion and it passed. Marianne Denning donated her Convention stipend to us for the state affiliate. 

10. Happy Birthday to Chris Sabine and Alan Lemly.

11. Lillie Pennington is working on a school assignment and is creating a mentoring project, for blind youth ages 12-20. Mentees will be matched with successful mentors, with similar interests and career goals. Lillie is looking for mentors and mentees. Qualifications for mentors: must be blind or visually impaired, and employed in gainful employment or have worked in the last 5 years. Qualifications for mentees: must be blind or visually impaired and between the ages of 12-20. Please contact Lillie if you or someone you know would be interested in being a mentor or mentee. More information will be posted on the list. 

12. Deanna brought in the following item for the auction, a fluorescent orange rain poncho with the new NFB logo. Kim McEachirn won the auction with a bid of $9.00.

13. Bob Marquardt asked about the 75 in 75 campaign. On November 15th, there will be a meeting at the library in Canton to form an NFB Chapter in that area. There is no news about forming a Butler County Chapter at this time. The state affiliate is working on trying to get 75 Ohioans to the 2015 National Convention in Orlando to celebrate the NFB’s 75th Anniversary. 

12. The meeting was adjourned at 7:16 PM, with the next meeting scheduled on Monday, November 24th at 6:00 PM. 

Respectfully submitted,

Deanna Lewis, Secretary    

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