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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>Meeting Minutes for May 2017<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>1.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>The May 2017 meeting of the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind was convened by Vice President Lisa Hall at approximately 2:10 P.M. at the Washington Platform Restaurant in Downtown Cincinnati. In attendance were: Lisa Hall, Emily Pennington, Lilly Pennington, Joy Thomas, Christopher Sabine, Walter Mitchell, Judy Rudick, Deanna Lewis, Paul Jordan and Sheri Albers. Rachel Spangler from the Miami Valley Chapter attended as a guest.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>2.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Walter Mitchell moved to approve the April minutes as emailed; Emily Pennington seconded. The motion passed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>3.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Emily Pennington presented this month’s Treasurers report. Walter Mitchell moved to accept the report; Judy Rudick seconded. The motion passed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>4.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Christopher Sabine reported that he and Lisa Hall met with the Pastoral Council at Assumption Parish Mt. Healthy at their meeting on May 15 2017 to discuss holding an outreach event. He indicated that the Council agreed to hold such an event in October to coincide with Meet the Blind Month. The event will likely take place in conjunction with the Parish’s “white Wine and Cheese” event following 4:00 P.M. Saturday Mass at Assumption Parish. The bulk of the parishioners attending these events are seniors, some of which might be interested in the Federation and information regarding vision loss. Walter Mitchell, Dale Barta and Lisa Hall are also reaching out to their own church contacts to organize similar events. Christopher asked all Chapter members to share information regarding our outreach efforts with any community organizations and agreed to assist as needed. Lisa agreed to order some additional materials from the National office, including Kernel Books.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>5.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Judy Rudick gave a report from the Recreation Committee, indicating that the last meeting revolved around the annual picnic scheduled for June 10 2017 at Winton woods. After much discussion, it was decided that each member attending the picnic will bring their own food, as other options, such as hiring a caterer, are not feasible.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>6.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Sheri Albers reported that the Ohio Affiliate raised approximately $2,000 from its booth at the Flying Pig Marathon and online and print raffle ticket sales. Proceeds from this event will go to the Ohio Affiliate’s Convention Assistance Fund. The State Affiliate will also receive a $500 check for its participation in the event shortly.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>7.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Sheri reported that the deadline for preregistration for the National Federation of the Blind’s Annual Convention is May 31, and she encouraged all who plan to attend to book their hotel reservations as soon as possible. The Convention is scheduled for July 10 to 15 2017 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando, Florida. Lisa Hall, Emily Pennington, Lilly Pennington and Sheri Albers expressed at today’s meeting that they will attend National Convention. Sheri expressed that members attending National Convention will be contacted by Ohio Affiliate President Richard Payne, who will assign each member a time slot to staff the table for the Ohio Delegation. As with last year’s convention, The Ohio Affiliate will be selling M & M’s and tumblers. The Affiliate will also hold a “lucky lolly” event at the Ohio table. Sheri encouraged anyone from the Chapter to contact her or President Richard Payne with any ideas for the Ohio Table at Convention.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>8.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Walter reminded all Chapter members that the deadline for those seeking assistance from the Ohio Affiliate to attend National Convention is May 29. Sheri reminded Members that those seeking assistance must present both a completed application form and a letter from the Chapter President (Deborah Kendrick) to Affiliate President Richard Payne to be considered for convention assistance.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>9.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Sheri expressed that plans for Ohio’s 2017 BELL Program, which is set for June 25 to 30 at the Ohio State School for the Blind in Columbus, are almost finalized. The program has “a lot of new volunteers this year”, along with new activities. These include an outing to a period village operated by the Ohio Historical Society, a visit from the Fire Department and a goal ball demonstration by David Perry. Eleven students are currently signed up for the program, including several first time participants.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>10.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Sheri reported on the success of the “Columbus Seminar” event, in which eighteen members of the Ohio Affiliate met with legislators to discuss three bills of interest to the Blind in Ohio: the Parents Rights Bill, the bill regarding service animals and legislation to establish a state rehabilitation council in Ohio. Sheri reported that Rep. P. Scott Lipps (R-Franklin) has agreed to sponsor the service animal bill after meeting with Sheri, Lisa Hall, Debbie Baker and J. W. Smith. According to Sheri, the bill has been submitted to the State Legislature and is in final draft. The Parents Rights Bill has been submitted to the State Legislature but currently has not been confirmed for sponsorship. Sheri does not see this taking much since the bill as written is a model drafted by the NFB National office. The bill regarding the State Rehabilitation Council is still being “tossed around” in the General Assembly. A version of this bill in the Senate has sponsorship in the Senate, according to Kevin Miller, Executive Director of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>11.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Walter Mitchell gave a report of the Fundraising Committee. The Chapter will be hosting an “Eat Wings and Raise Funds” event on June 7 2017 from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM at the Buffalo Wild Wings located at 2692 Madison Road at Rookwood Commons. Ten percent of all sales beyond $300 (dine in or carry out) from those presenting a ticket will go to the Cincinnati Chapter. An initial amount of $30 in funds is needed to cover the cost of the event. Walter encouraged all Chapter Members to pass printed tickets out to members of the community. Christopher Sabine reported that notice of the event with a ticket that can be printed online has been posted to the Chapter Facebook Page. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>12.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Lilly Pennington announced that she will be starting a summer internship to assist in the planning and organization of the 2017 National Convention on May 30 at the NFB National Office in Baltimore.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>13.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>After some discussion, Deanna Lewis moved to allocate $50 to the Cincinnati Association for the blind and Visually Impaired in memory of Nolan Perry, David Perry’s brother. Emily Pennington seconded, and the motion passed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>14.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Sheri Albers moved to allocate $100 to the Ohio Affiliate with the stipulation that it allocate $20 to each of the five national funds: the Jernigan Fund, The White Cane Fund, the Sun Fund, the Imagination Fund and the Tenbroek Fund. Walter Mitchell seconded, and the motion passed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>15.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>After discussion, Sheri Albers moved that $25 be allocated to the Ohio Affiliate to cover door prizes for National Convention. Walter Mitchell seconded, and the motion passed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>16.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Sheri Albers announced that long time Federationist Parnell Diggs has relocated to Cincinnati to take a position as Administrative Law Judge for the Social Security Administration and is interested in attending the next Chapter meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>17.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>It was agreed that there will be no June meeting, due to the annual picnic and the BELL Program. Walter Mitchell made a motion to hold the next Chapter meeting on July 22 2017 at the Washington Platform Restaurant. Christopher Sabine seconded, and the motion passed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>18.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Lilly Pennington moved to adjourn the May 2017 meeting of the National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati. Lilly Pennington seconded, and the motion passed. The May 2017 meeting of the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind was adjourned at approximately 3:25 P.M. on May 27 2017.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Respectfully Submitted,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Christopher Sabine<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Secretary<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Federation of the Blind of Cincinnati<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>