[Cinci-nfb] National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati, Meeting Minutes for August 2017

Tue Sep 19 17:48:31 UTC 2017

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Dave,

> On Sep 19, 2017, at 12:34 PM, Annie McEachirn via Cinci-nfb <cinci-nfb at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> From: Cinci-nfb [mailto:cinci-nfb-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Christopher Sabine, ONH Consulting via Cinci-nfb
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> Subject: [Cinci-nfb] National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati, Meeting Minutes for August 2017
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> National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati
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> Meting Minutes for August 2017
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> 1.       The August 2017 meeting of the National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati was convened by Vice President Lisa Hall at approximately 2:30 P.M. on Saturday August 26 2017 at the Washington Platform Restaurant in Downtown Cincinnati. In Attendance were: Lisa Hall, Tammy Smith, Elif Emir Oksuz, Judy Rudig, Sheri Albers, Joy Thomas, Christopher Sabine, Walter Mitchell, Emily Pennington, Lilly Pennington, Deanna Lewis, Jean Selvidge and Kim McEachirn. The Chapter introduced Jean Selvidge as a new member at this month’s meeting. She was recruited by Walter Mitchell. Tandi branham also attended today’s meeting with Tammy Smith as a guest.
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> 2.       Walter Mitchel moved to approve the July minutes as emailed. Deanna Lewis seconded; the motion passed.
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> 3.       Emily Pennington presented a treasurer’s report at today’s meeting. Sheri Albers moved that the Treasurer’s Report be approved as read. Walter Mitchell seconded; the motion passed.
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> 4.       Christopher Sabine gave a report from the Membership Committee. He reported that the committee opted not to meet formally in August to focus on making contacts for community outreach efforts. An outreach presentation is scheduled for October 18 at Assumption Parish Mt. Healthy. Deborah Kendrick and Lisa Hall have expressed interest in participating in this event. Christopher reported that David Perry has also expressed interest in organizing an outreach event but needs support from the Committee to arrange this. Christopher will also be helping Dale Barta reach out to his contacts at the Vineyard Church in Springdale. Walter Mitchell and Lisa hall are also reaching out to their contacts. Christopher encouraged anyone with contacts at community organizations interested in the Chapter’s efforts to email him or post to the Chapter Listserv. Ideally, the Chapter would like to hold such events every 3-6 months. Sheri Albers asked if the Committee has a written presentation that could be disseminated to other community organizations. Christopher reported that such a presentation has not been written up yet, as he believes Deborah Kendrick needs to be involved in drafting it. Lisa indicated that she will order literature from the National Office to present at the Outreach Event at Assumption Parish on October 18. Christopher also expressed that he plans to have Braille literature from the St. Xavier Society for the Blind available to show those attending the event that such materials are available in Braille. Christopher reported that the Facebook Page currently has 98 likes and is still being updated regularly—encouraging all Chapter members with material to share to reach out to him directly. Finally, Christopher agreed to present an updated Membership list to Lisa and Deborah for submission to the Ohio Affiliate for State Convention in October. 
> 5.       Sheri Albers gave a report of the Recreation Committee at the request of Annie McEachirn Carson, who was absent from this month’s meeting. The Committee reportedly met by telephone conference on August 10 2017, with Sheri, Walter Mitchell, Judy Rudig and Kim McEachirn attending. Sheri indicated that the Committee discussed two items which she believed needed discussion at this month’s meeting:
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> a.       The Recreation Committee proposed to reinstate the annual White Cane Walk and “Meet the Blind” month event. The event will begin on October 2 2017 at 10:30 A.M. As in years past, the event will begin at that time with a march from City Hall to Fountain Square with a “meet the Blind” month event following the march. Unlike in past years’ events however, the Recreation Committee proposed that a fundraiser be held at Fountain Square during the “meet the blind” month event. The Fundraising Committee discussed the particulars of this fundraiser in their report later in the meeting. Sheri reported that she was unable to secure a table at Fountain Square for a later date closer to National White Cane Safety Day on October 15. She indicated that she has secured two tables at Fountain Square for the entire day on October 2. Annie McEachirn Carson has reportedly reached out to representatives of the Cincinnati Association for the blind and Visually Impaired and the Clovernook Center—inviting all staff to take part. Sheri expressed that as a non-profit organization, the Chapter can have the rental fee waived. The cost of the event will be $15 per table for two tables. Sheri reserved three chairs for each table at $2 each for a total cost to the Chapter of $36. Christopher Sabine asked Sheri if Deborah Kendrick was apprised of this event before today’s meeting. Sheri expressed that she did not know. Walter Mitchell subsequently made a motion to reinstate the White Cane Walk and “Meet the Blind” Month event and hold it on October 2 2017, allocating all necessary funds to do so. Kim McEachirn seconded, and the motion passed. Christopher Sabine reported that he would vote yes on the motion with the stipulation that Deborah be apprised and have the opportunity to participate in the decision making process. Following the vote, Sheri expressed that she will connect with Annie McEachirn Carson to set the event in motion and share details on the Chapter Listserv.
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> b.      The second item discussed at the Recreation Committee meeting was a “dinner and a movie” outing sometime in September. Judy Rudig led this portion of the Recreation Committee report. Judy shared a proposal to have the event at the Oakley Cinemark—with dinner following at Oakley Tavern. It was agreed that Judy would share information concerning the event on the Chapter Listserv, and no further action was taken.
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> 6.       Walter Mitchell introduced the Fundraising Committee, which reportedly met by telephone conference on August 8 and August 18 2017. The Committee reported on two events: a bake sale on September 2 and the “meet the Blind” Month Fundraiser on October 2.
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> a.       Deanna Lewis gave a report on the Bake Sale which she and Sherry Albers are spearheading. The bake sale is scheduled for Saturday September 2 from 9:30 A.M. to 2:00 PM at the Save-A-Lot at 2435 Harrison Avenue in Westwood (near intersection of Harrison and McHenry Avenue). Walter Mitchell is handling donations for this event and is also point of contact for those interested in staffing a table.
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> b.      Walter introduced the proposal for the “Meet the Blind” fundraiser on October 2 at Fountain Square, which is being organized primarily by Kim and Annie McEachirn with assistance from other Committee members. This event is being held at Fountain Square in conjunction with the “Meet the Blind” Month event on October 2. The group proposed to sell specially designed T shirts at the event. Kim McEachirn is reportedly coordinating the sale with support from Walter Mitchell, Annie McEachirn Carson and other Committee members. The T shirts will be produced locally and feature a blue eye with a black dot in the center. Depicted at the top of the eye from left to right are the words, “Meet the Blind.” Underneath the eye running horizontally are the words” Mind to Mind.” Kim expressed that the design is the product of a group of Art students from Chicago who work with a collaborative of several nonprofit organizations connected to the MCEachirns. The T shirts will be made to order and produced locally. Some time was spent on the cost of the T shirts, sale price and potential profit margins. Kim presented four T shirt brands in order from highest to lowest cost to the organization and called for a vote on which brand to sell. It was agreed that the Chapter will purchase 100 Anvil T shirts at a cost of $6.70 per shirt for small, medium and large sizes (with 2 X and 3 X sizes costing an additional $2 extra). The Chapter agreed to purchase 30 2 X and 3 X T shirts with the remainder being small, medium, large or extra-large. The manufacturer reportedly requires 50% of this as a down payment. The Chapter agreed to sell the T shirts for $15 each at the “Meet the Blind” event and other venues—such as State Convention. Walter Mitchell moved to proceed with the “meet the Blind” T shirt project as discussed, allocating all necessary funds. Sheri Albers seconded, and the motion passed.
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> 7.       Christopher Sabine moved that the October and November Chapter meetings be held on October 21 and November 18 respectively to accommodate State Convention and Thanksgiving. Elif emir Oksuz seconded, and the motion passed.
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> 8.       The August 2017 meeting of the National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati was adjourned at approximately 4:00 P.M. on August 26 2017.
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> Respectfully Submitted,
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> Christopher Sabine,
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> National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati
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