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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'>This is my reply to Deanna yesterday which, because it contains mention of a correction, should have gone to all of you.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'>Deborah<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #B5C4DF 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'>From:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'> Deborah Kendrick [mailto:dkkendrick@earthlink.net] <br><b>Sent:</b> Sunday, August 10, 2014 7:21 PM<br><b>To:</b> 'Deanna Lewis'<br><b>Subject:</b> RE: Cincinnati NFB meeting minutes.<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'>Deanna, <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'>Thank you for such fabulous and detailed minutes. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'>I have just one tiny correction. Kaiti and I talked about the students leading songs at the Christmas party and about a later, possibly Spring 2015, musical fundraiser. We do not intend to make singing Christmas carolsat the party a fundraiser. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'>I’ll just being the point up at the Aug. 18 meeting and we can vote to have minutes approved as corrected. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'>You are truly doing a wonderful job and I appreciate you so much!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'>Deborah<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #B5C4DF 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'>From:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'> Deanna Lewis [<a href="mailto:deannakay03@gmail.com">mailto:deannakay03@gmail.com</a>] <br><b>Sent:</b> Sunday, August 10, 2014 5:40 PM<br><b>To:</b> <a href="mailto:cinci-nfb@nfbnet.org">cinci-nfb@nfbnet.org</a>; Abby Bolling; Bob Marquardt; Chantel Cuddemi; Charles Hiser; Chris Tolle; Dale Barta; Dave Perry; Deborah Kendrick; <a href="mailto:easterlingbrbr@aol.com">easterlingbrbr@aol.com</a>; Elif Emir ; Emily Pennington; Jessie McDaniel; <a href="mailto:joyt@zoomtown.com">joyt@zoomtown.com</a>; Judy Cook; Judy Rudig; Karren Innis; Lillie Pennington; Lisa Hall; Marianne Denning; Midge Hall; Paul Dressell; Paul Jordan; Sheri Albers; <a href="mailto:tammysmith@zoomtown.com">tammysmith@zoomtown.com</a>; <a href="mailto:wmitchell@l2tpands.com">wmitchell@l2tpands.com</a><br><b>Cc:</b> Aleeha Dudley; Amber Meloy; Timothy J. Meloy; Kaiti Shelton<br><b>Subject:</b> Cincinnati NFB meeting minutes.<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF CINCINNATI<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Meeting minutes for July 28<sup>th</sup>, 2014<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>1. The July 28<sup>th</sup> meeting of the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind was called to order by President, Deborah Kendrick at 6:01PM at Washington Platform Restaurant. The following were present: Deborah Kendrick, Deanna Lewis, Emily Pennington, Lillie Pennington, Kim McEachirn, Lisa Hall, Bob Marquardt, Bill Innis, Karren Innis, Bernie Dressell, Paul Dressell, Joy Thomas, Paul Jordan, Chris Sabine, and our newest member Kaiti Shelton. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>2. This meeting began with Introductions and the Mini Blind. Deborah mentioned that she had spent the last week at the NFB of Ohio’s BELL (Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning) Program. The event is currently being held at the Ohio State School for the Blind in Columbus, OH. Every morning at the BELL Program the participants would do a “Bell Ringer”, where every person would say something that they accomplished that day. The Chapter members introduced themselves and gave a Bell Ringer in place of the Mini Blinds.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>3. Members shared their praises and concerns.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Kaiti Shelton blessed us with two songs, “Bell Rap Song”, and “Don’t stop believin’” by Journey. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Deborah mentioned that she and Kaiti, the President of the Ohio Student Division discussed the students singing at our Christmas Party. Deborah wants to do this as a fund raiser. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>4. Paul Jordan moved that the June meeting minutes be approved, as emailed. Emily Pennington seconded. The motion passed and the minutes were approved.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>5. The treasurer reported the following balances:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Checking: $3,634.69 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>CD: Matured and was deposited into our checking account.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Senior’s: $40.68<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Income: $2,718.38. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>$2,013.08 from the CD.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>$664.30 from the Braille-a-thon fundraiser.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>$41 from the June meeting ($28.00 for the auction items, $5.00 in dues, and $8.00 for members not being clad with NFB insignia)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Expenses: $832.15<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>$400 in Convention assistance checks (four checks for $100 to those attending National Convention and requesting assistance)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>$100 for NFB Convention funds ($20 for each of the five funds)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>$332.15 donation to the BELL program, the amount of half the proceeds<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Paul Jordan made a motion that the Treasurer’s report be approved, and Paul Dressell seconded; the motion passed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>6. Bob Marquardt was awarded the prize from our Quarterly competition. He won a $15 gift card from Starbucks for bringing the most new members to the meetings. Bob was also given a 75 in 75 NFB bracelet because of the hard work he does for the organization. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>7. The Auction took place with the following items:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>A. Deanna brought in a $15.00 Subway gift card. It was won by Kim McEachirn with a bid of $17.00.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>B. Paul Dressell brought in 2 books on CD. They were auctioned separately. The first was, “Kill the messenger” by Tami Hoag. This book was won by Karren Innis for $12.00.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>C. The second book was, “Spenser: For Hire,” by Robert B. Parker. This book was won by Lisa Hall with a bid of $13.00. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>8. Convention Highlights: Members who attended the National Convention this year reported on some of the highlights.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>A. Deborah went first. She reported on:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Our new National President, Mark Riccobono.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>A beautiful farewell tribute video to honor our past President, Marc Maurer<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>The Bureau of Engraving and Printing will be providing an iBill money identifier to every blind or visually impaired person, so that they may read their money independently. Convention participants could get one while at Convention. If you are an NLS patron, you can pre-order one in September, by calling 1-888-657-7323. Those who are not NLS patrons can order their’s in January 2015.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Walgreens is now offering a device to read your medication instructions, it is called Pill Reminder. Contact your local Walgreens for more information.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#550055'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>The KNFB reader iPhone app will be released in late August. It can read printed materials from up to 25 feet away. The cost of the app will be $99. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>B. Lillie mentioned that she really enjoyed her first National Convention. Her highlights were meeting new people and the Banquet speech.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>C. Deanna mentioned two items that stood out for her. The presentation about how accessible Comcast products are, and the new Nagdu (National Association of Guide Dog Users) app. The app will have easy access to state and federal laws and a quick link to the Nagdu hotline. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>D. Lisa was happy to report that she won her first door prize at this year’s Convention. She was also re-elected as President of the Blind Office Professionals division. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>E. Emily, who won a National Scholarship this year, mentioned that she enjoyed working with a different mentor each day. She also enjoyed Mark Riccobono’s letter to Dr. Jernigan. Emily got to meet Dr. Maurer and had a picture taken with him at the banquet.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>9. Deborah mentioned that OOD (Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities) will be holding a focus group about work experiences. There will be one on Tuesday, July 29<sup>th</sup> from 3:00-5:00 at the Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Deborah urges anyone who can to attend this event. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>10. Deborah reminded everyone about last month’s guest speaker, Beth Crenshaw from the Great Miami Rowing Center. Beth and Deborah have been working on setting a date for the open house event in Hamilton. The Chapter decided on Saturday, September 13<sup>th</sup> from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. Bob Marquardt mentioned that he is able to transport three people in his car, and can make multiple trips to help people get to Hamilton. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>11. Karren reported on the Picnic which will be August 9<sup>th</sup> at 2:00 PM. The address of Paul and Bernie’s is 2714 Ruberg. Karren is calling people and making a list of who is bringing what items. The committee is also working on setting up some type of entertainment or games that we can play in a large group. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Deborah will talk to Arnolds about having the Christmas Party there.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>There were no other committee reports this month.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>12. Deborah mentioned the 75 in 75 NFB National campaign. The goal is to start and/or strengthen 75 chapters or divisions in 75 days. The campaign starts on September 2<sup>nd</sup>, and runs until November 16<sup>th</sup> (the day of the 75<sup>th</sup> Anniversary of the NFB). <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>13. At our State Convention, our guest of honor will be Art Schreiber, author of the book, “Out of sight and doing alright”. Mr. Schreiber, a news broadcaster, gave a presentation at the National Convention about his experiences in touring with the Beatles. Mr Schreiber has also toured with JFK and Martin Luther King. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>At the State Convention, tickets will be sold, as a fundraiser, to attend Art Schreiber’s speech. There will also be a silent auction and a local band. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>The Cincinnati Chapter will be working out how to get the majority of our members to Convention this year in Columbus.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>14. Bob Marquardt has offered to give rides to the picnic on Saturday, August 9<sup>th</sup>. Please contact Bob at 931-7070. Bob is able to make multiple trips. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>15. Please note that our next meeting will be on Monday, August 18<sup>th,</sup> instead of the 25<sup>th</sup>. Deborah will confirm the 18<sup>th</sup> with Washington Platform.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>16. The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 PM. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:4.0in'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:4.0in'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Respectfully submitted,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:4.0in'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'>Deanna Lewis, Secretary <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#550055'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:16.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:16.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>