[Cinci-nfb] National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati Chapter Meeting Minutes for September 2016

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Chris,Good job.  Thanks so much.Judy Rudig

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Jackie Conner from the Multi-state Center and Jay and Lisa Tolle also attended as guests. Walter Mitchell also arrived later in today’s meeting. There was no “mini-blind” this month. The August 2016 Chapter meeting minutes were accepted.  2                    Emily Pennington presented this month’s Treasurer’s report, which was accepted.  3                    Committee Reports:  a.       Recreation Committee:  Kim McEachirn presented the report of the Recreation Committee, which met by telephone conference on September 15 2016 between 7:00 and 8:10 P.M. A copy of this report is attached to the meeting minutes.  Kim reported that the Book Club held its last meeting on Tuesday September 20, 2016. The book discussed at this month’s meeting was the Novel Girl on a train by Paula Hawkins. Kim reported that Book Club is currently seeking new members; anyone interested in joining should contact Annie McEachirn.  The committee decided at its September 15 meeting that further research is necessary in order to make a final decision regarding the Cincinnati Chapter Christmas Party at the October meeting. It was recommended that the Christmas Party be held on either December 3 or December 10, 2016 from 2:00 P.M. to 5-6 P.M. Annie is reportedly looking into Red Lobster and Lake of the Woods as potential venues. Deanna Lewis indicated that she is exploring the Procter Center at Clovernook as a venue.  B      Membership Committee:  Christopher Sabine presented the report of the Membership Committee, which met by telephone conference on September 20, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. In Attendance were: Deborah Kendrick, Paul Dressell, Dale Barta, Christopher Sabine and Walter Mitchell. The main topic of discussion was a review of the current status of the Facebook page and the visit to Marion King. Christopher reported that the visit to Marion King took place the afternoon of September 6, 2016 with Paul and Bernie Dressell and Dale Barta at Marion’s apartment. Christopher organized and facilitated the trip using UBER. He expressed that he received reimbursement from Paul in the amount of $40 from the Senior Fund for the trip, but requested additional funds to cover the cost of the UBER van transporting himself, the Dressels and Dale Barta to and from the visit. Christopher introduced a motion requesting this expense and it passed. The committee agreed that Christopher will work with Judy Rudick an Annie McEachirn to ensure that visits to Marian King are continued on a regular basis and that other Chapter members make the visits.  Christopher concluded his report by introducing Jay Tolle as the next sighted co-administrator of the Cincinnati Chapter Facebook Page. He expressed that he had a conversation with the Tolles, and Jay has agreed to take on this role immediately. Jay is the Webmaster of Winton Woods High School’s Web Page and shared other relevant experience regarding his role.  c      “We Care” Benevolent program  Judy Rudick expressed that the committee has received no calls concerning Chapter members or their families this month. Deborah encouraged anyone interested in making a contribution to the program to see Emily Pennington after the meeting.  4                    Jackie Conner, Vice President of Clovernook’s Multi-state Center, gave a presentation on Ohio’s Braille Challenge. The Braille Challenge is a contest for school-age children who read Braille designed to reward and encourage students to fine tune their Braille skills. It was started in 2000 by the Braille Institute of America in Los Angeles. The event was so successful that the institute opened it up to other states and affiliated organizations nationally. More than 1,000 children participated in the Braille Challenge last year, according to Jackie’s presentation.   Since Ohio does not have a Regional Center, the Braille Institute of America entered into a formal agreement with the Clovernook Center in Cincinnati to host the statewide event for Ohio for 2017. As a host agency and partner of the Braille Institute, Clovernook is joining the Braille Institute in its effort to reverse the declining literacy rate of Blind Children. Jackie invited members of the National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati to promote and celebrate Ohio’s first Braille Challenge and maintain it for the future.  Jackie distributed Braille and large print copies of the initial press release concerning the event to Chapter members. Lisa Hall reminded Chapter members that she is on the planning committee for Braille Challenge. And has shared contact information for several organizations with Jackie, including the American Council of the Blind of Ohio and the Ohio Chapter of the Association of Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER). ACB of Ohio is reportedly holding its state convention later in October, while AER’s convention is November 9 to 11 in Cleveland—just prior to NFB’s State Convention.  Jackie indicated that Ohio’s Braille Challenge will take place on Friday March 3 2017—with an alternate date the following week in case of inclement weather. Nationally, competitions are scheduled for each state or affiliated organization between December and March. The final National Braille Challenge event is scheduled in Los Angeles in June. Children with the highest scores in North America in the state and regional competition will travel—all expenses paid—to Los Angeles to take part in the National Braille Challenge competition in June.  Children are tested on their skills in five categories: reading comprehension, Braille spelling, speed, accuracy and chart / graph proof reading. The committee plans to offer prizes for the recipients of the three highest scores: first, second and third place. A Website, http://www.braillechallenge.org, operated by the Braille Institute of America, has information and practice materials.  Jackie indicated that, as of today’s meeting, the Clovernook Center has entered into a partnership agreement with the Braille Institute of America to host the event for Ohio and established a Braille Challenge Committee, which includes Lisa Hall and Deanna Lewis. The members of this committee represent all aspects of Clovernook’s organization and will be actively involved in the competition. The committee is also reportedly finalizing a letter to all interested organizations serving Blind children in Ohio under the signature of Chris Faust, President of Clovernook. The committee has also been in contact with representatives of the Ohio State School for the Blind and has tentative plans to tour the school and meet with staff. A sponsorship packet is also being developed to cover costs such as scholarships and transportation for students, though Jackie indicated the committee has not formally requested sponsorships or funding from outside organizations as of today’s meeting.  Representatives of Ohio’s Braille Challenge have reportedly visited the programs in Kentucky and Tennessee last year and plan to attend Kentucky’s event in December at the campus of the American Printing House for the Blind in Louisville.   Jackie requested all Chapter members to share the press release concerning the event with all who are interested, including families and service providers. Deanna Lewis is reportedly monitoring an email account for those interested in further information or prospective participants, bralllechallenge at clovernook.org.  Deborah asked if there is an application process or how prospective participants can sign up for Braille Challenge Ohio. Jackie reported that the Braille Institute is handling the development of applications and promotional events, though these will be customized to Ohio’s event. The committee has decided that the theme for the 2017 Braille Challenge Event will be “Braille All Stars.” Deborah offered to disseminate any additional materials as they become available, a Christopher Sabine and Walter Mitchell agreed to post the press release to the Cincinnati Chapter and State Affiliate Facebook pages, respectively.  5                    Deborah introduced the next topic on the agenda for today’s meeting: State Convention. Deanna reported that the State Convention will take place from Friday November 11 to Sunday November 13, though many people are arriving on Thursday November 10. The Convention will be held at the Holiday Inn Doubletree in Independence, Ohio, outside Cleveland. The Board meeting is reportedly scheduled for Friday morning with some general sessions on Friday and some on Saturday. Exhibits will be held from 12:00 to 5:00 P.M. on Saturday. Members can register either in print or online, and assistance is available for members having difficulty with the registration process. Deanna expressed that the agenda has not been finalized yet. However, Anil Lewis will be making a speech as National Representative to the State Convention, according to Deanna and Lisa.  Transportation arrangements to Convention were discussed. Deanna expressed that the cost of renting a 12-passenger van last year for Convention attendees was approximately $600 and proposed that each member planning on using the van to attend contribute $50 toward the rental cost. Deborah expressed that this could be problematic, as not all attendees can travel to the hotel the same day; some can arrive on Thursday, while others can only travel on Friday.  After some further discussion, Deborah took a tally of those planning on attending. Deborah Kendrick, Emily Pennington, Deanna Lewis, Lisa Hall, Walter Mitchell and Christopher Sabine expressed that they were considering attending State Convention. Chris Tolle indicated he would know by the middle or end of October. After some additional discussion, Kim McEachirn presented a motion that the Chapter will allocate a $55 stipend to each member attending State Convention. If a van is rented and a member rides in the van, the Chapter would apply the stipend to the cost of the van. Emily Pennington seconded the motion, and the motion passed.  6                    Deborah indicated that she will be out of town in guide dog training on October 22, the date when the October meeting would normally be scheduled. Deborah expressed that this needs to be discussed as a chapter, as the November meeting could take place the Saturday after Thanksgiving, as the Chapter agreed to hold regular meetings the fourth Saturday of the month, barring special circumstances. It was agreed to hold the October meeting on Saturday October 22 by teleconference. Emily Pennington presented this as a motion to the Chapter; Walter Mitchell seconded. The motion passed.7                    The September 24 meeting of the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind was adjourned at approximately 3:35 P.M. on September 24, 2016.  Respectfully Submitted,  Christopher Sabine  
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