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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><a name="_Hlk49688063">National Federation of the Blind of Ohio<o:p></o:p></a></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Cincinnati Chapter<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Meeting Minutes for August 2020<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=1 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>The August 2020 meeting of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cincinnati Chapter was convened by President Gloria Robinson at approximately 1:33 P.M. on Saturday August 22 2020. Members in Attendance were: Gloria Robinson, President, Marianne Denning, Vice President, Emily Pennington, Treasurer, Christopher Sabine, Secretary, Paul Jorden, Lisa Hall, Dave Perry, Dale Barta, Akeelah Cade, Gary Warren, Candice Armstrong, Walter Mitchel, Jean Selvidge, and Robert Harris. Richard Payne, President of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Suzanne Turner, Vice President of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, William Turner, President of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter, and Dave Bertsch, President, National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Greater Akron Chapter, also attended today’s meeting. Jacque Perry, Haley Thurston, Allison Meloy, Counselor with the Southwest Field Office of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, and Kyle Dallman, Poll Recruiter at the Hamilton County Board of Elections, attended today’s meeting as guests of the Chapter. Due to the current public health crisis stemming from Covid-19, this meeting was held by telephone conference.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=2 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Dale Barta moved to approve the July 2020 meeting minutes as presented. Emily Pennington seconded, and the motion passed.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=3 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Emily Pennington presented this month’s Treasurer’s Report. Paul Jordan moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as presented. Dale Barta seconded, and the motion passed. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=4 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Gloria Robinson and Gary Warren gave a summary of a joint Membership / Fundraising Committee meeting that took place by telephone conference on August 21 2020. This report was presented to the Chapter in lieu of a Fundraising or membership Committee Report. The following topics were discussed and acted upon at today’s meeting:<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=4 type=1><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=1 type=a><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Gary Warren expressed that he has contacted the office of Mayor John Cranley regarding a potential fundraising event to take place in early Spring 2021. This event would consist of an outdoor market in which vendors could sell their items. This event would take place in an empty parking lot that would be divided into “slots”, with the Chapter selling each “slot” for a given amount. ($50 apiece was mentioned). Since the event would take place outdoors in a parking lot, it would conform to all guidelines to prevent the spread of Covid-19. The Chapter could sell items at an event, but other organizations serving the Blind community as well as local businesses, nonprofit organizations and government agencies could also participate. There was no further discussion regarding this event at today’s meeting.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:1.0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=4 type=1><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=2 type=a><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Gloria Robinson expressed that she, Candice Armstrong and Dave Perry are planning to organize a raffle of a 36-inch Amazon Firestick TV and either a Google Play or Amazon Echo. The Chapter will give away the prize, referred to as the Cincinnati Pack, one to two weeks prior to Christmas. 1,000 tickets are being printed at Staples for sale to participants at $5 apiece or 3 tickets for $10. Since the tickets and the raffle items are being donated, no Chapter funds will need to be allocated. Richard Payne reminded President Gloria Robinson and the Fundraising Committee that all donations will need to go to the Ohio Affiliate as the Affiliate is the registered nonprofit entity, not the Cincinnati Chapter. After some additional discussion, Christopher Sabine made a motion on behalf of the Chapter that the raffle move forward. Marianne Denning seconded, and the motion passed. Gloria expressed that Candice Armstrong will record a voice promo for the raffle which will be posted to the Cincinnati Chapter Facebook page as well as the Cinci-Talk and Ohio-Talk Listservs.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=5 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Kyle Dallman, Poll Recruiter for the Hamilton County Board of Elections, conducted a guest presentation on accessible voting options for the 2020 Presidential Election. This presentation was conducted at the request of Marianne Denning and serves as this month’s Legislative Committee report. Mr. Dallman expressed that he agreed to speak at today’s meeting after a virtual meeting at the Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually impaired. He began his presentation with a discussion of the three ways voters can participate in this year’s election. First, members can request an absentee ballot by contacting the Hamilton County Board of Elections, either by telephone at (513) 632-7000 or by visiting its web site at </span><a href="https://votehamiltoncountyohio.gov/"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>https://votehamiltoncountyohio.gov/</span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>. Absentee voting and voting by mail are synonymous. A voter can request an absentee ballot by first completing an absentee ballot request form, which can be completed through the Board of Elections web site or requested by telephone. Once the Board of Elections receives a completed absentee ballot request form, a ballot will be sent to the voter. The absentee ballot request form cannot be completed online. A voter can also complete an absentee ballot request form by visiting the Hamilton County Board of Elections, located at 4700 smith Road, Norwood. The Hamilton County Board of Elections will mail out absentee ballots on October 6. Ballots cannot be mailed earlier than this date. People with qualifying disabilities, including Blindness, can also request a special remote marking ballot by completing an application on the Board of Elections’ web site. This allows a qualifying person to receive a ballot by email, fill it out using a screen reader, print it out, and mail it to the Board of Elections. This option requires a computer, a printer, a screen reader and email access. Second, voters can visit the offices of the Hamilton County Board of elections for early voting beginning October 6. Specific navigational information concerning how to reach the Hamilton County Board of Elections offices in Norwood was provided. Early voting is available starting on October 6 at the Bord of Elections. Voting is available from 8:00 to 5:00 P.M. for two weeks beginning on that date. To facilitate social distancing in the wake of the Covid-19 Pandemic, early voting will occur in a separate, 6,000 square foot facility located at the same address as the main building at 4700 Smith Road. Navigational and orientation information was provided. There will be accessible voting machines—referred to as access writers—available for voters with disabilities to cast their ballots, including Blindness. A verbal orientation to using the Access Writer was also provided at the request of President Richard Payne later in Mr. Dallman’s presentation. Finally, voters can vote in-person at their local polling place on Election Day, Tuesday November 3. The process for in-person voting is the same as prior to Covid-19, and Access Writers are available at all polling stations. Questions and answers were taken from members, and several points were clarified concerning use of the access writers and security procedures for ballots. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=6 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Robert Harris gave this month’s Transportation Committee Report. Individual concerns of Chapter members were discussed regarding ACCESS, and Robert requested that members with concerns follow up directly with Metro or ACCESS customer service. He expressed that he is always available to reach out to members if they receive any unsatisfactory results from calling METRO or ACCESS. President Gloria Robinson agreed to contact SORTA to request that a representative from ACCESS or SORTA’s disabilities services staff conduct a guest presentation at a future Chapter meeting. Robert Harris agreed to support Gloria with this as his time permits.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=7 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>President Gloria Robinson indicated that anyone needing accessible information on Covid-19 can call their nearest CVS Store location or (513) 921-0831, the number of the Glenway Avenue store location.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=8 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>President Gloria Robinson expressed that she would like to hold a virtual event on Zoom in observance of Meet the Blind Month in October, and Candice Armstrong and Christopher Sabine have agreed to assist with this. Gloria would like to invite as many from the community as possible. More information is forthcoming.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=9 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>President Gloria Robinson expressed that she received a “very, very good” phone call from Bernie Dressell, one of the Chapter’s most senior members, expressing her need to remain involved with the Chapter and feelings of isolation. Marianne Denning is working with Bernie to help her participate in Chapter meetings in any way possible, given her additional disabilities. President Gloria Robinson and Marianne Denning encouraged all Chapter members to reach out to Bernie Dressell and other members of the Blind Community who are feeling alone and isolated. The Chapter took no further action on this matter as other items were discussed.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=10 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>President Gloria Robinson asked all Chapter members to register for the 2020 Virtual Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio scheduled for November 6-8 2020. She also encouraged members to attend and participate in the Zoom calls which other chapters are organizing, such as the weekly Happy Hours from the Cleveland Chapter.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=11 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Allison Meloy, Rehabilitation Counselor at Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, reported that the agency is still providing services virtually and anticipates doing so until the end of 2020. Some vendors are serving individual consumers in person, however.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=12 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>President Gloria Robinson reported that the Center for Independent Living Options is offering grants to people with disabilities, which she referred to as CARES grants. These grants are available to people with disabilities for assistive technology essential to performing daily life functions, such as iPads or adaptive telephones. More information about this program is available by contacting the Center for Independent Living Options at (513) 241-2600.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=13 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Suzanne Turner, Vice President of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, discussed several items of interest to Chapter and Affiliate members.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=13 type=1><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=1 type=a><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Sarah Kelly, Program Manager at Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, is leaving her position effective Friday August 29 to take a position with the Ohio Department of Aging. Sarah Kelly has participated in a number of events organized by the Chapter and the Affiliate, including the 2019 Cincinnati Vision Fair. Suzanne asked all Chapter members to email her and wish her farewell.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:1.0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=13 type=1><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=2 type=a><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Suzanne encouraged all Chapter members to register for the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio Virtual Convention and expressed that the affiliates, web site, </span><a href="http://www.nfbohio.org"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>http://www.nfbohio.org</span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>, has been significantly updated. Anyone interested in a table at Exhibit Hall must complete the form on the Affiliate’s web site and return it to Suzanne. The Affiliate is also seeking door prizes from chapters and individual members. Finally, Suzanne encouraged all members with suggestions for activities that they would like to see included in this year’s virtual convention to reach out to her. She also encouraged members to attend other state conventions that are being held virtually for ideas of convention activities. Suzanne reported that she will speak at the South Carolina, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Florida State Conventions. All except the Louisiana Convention are free to register; the cost of registration for the Louisiana Convention is $30. Later in her presentation, Suzanne encouraged all Chapter members to solicit donations from organizations and companies and spread the word about State Convention to prospective vendors.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:1.0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=13 type=1><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=3 type=a><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Suzanne encouraged all members of the Blind community ages 50 and older to join the National Federation of the blind of Ohio Senior Division. All meetings of the Senior Division are currently being held virtually. The Senior Division is also holding a drawing for a $200 cash prize which will be awarded at the State Convention Banquet on November 7 2020. The cost of entry is $10 for one entry, $20 for 2 entries or $50 for 5 entries. It is not necessary to be a member of the Senior Division to take part in the drawing. Dues and payments for entry to the drawing should be directed to Gloria Conway, Treasurer of the Ohio Senior Division, through Bill Pay at any bank. Members can also pay Suzanne Turner through PayPal or the Cash App, and she will forward the payment to Gloria Conway. Checks can also be mailed directly, and the address is on the Ohio-Talk Listserv. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=13 type=1><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=4 type=a><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Suzanne Turner indicated that the Cleveland Chapter is conducting daily wellness calls at 10:30 A.M. on the Ohio Affiliate conference line, (712) 775-7031, Access Code 240281423#. This information has also been posted to the Ohio-Talk listserv. The Cleveland Chapter is also hosting a weekly “Happy Hour” each Thursday at 7:00 P.M. on Zoom. The access information is also available on the Ohio-Talk Listserv. The topic for the next “Happy Hour” event is Disco. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=13 type=1><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=5 type=a><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Suzanne reported on two ongoing fundraisers that the Ohio Affiliate is conducting. First, tickets are still being sold online for the Piggest Raffle Ever discussed in previous Chapter meetings. Tickets are available for $5 at </span><a href="http://www.piggestraffle.com"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>http://www.piggestraffle.com</span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>, with proceeds going to the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio. Second, the Ohio Affiliate is asking for donations of $48, the cost of a virtual case of M & M’s. Donations can be made by visiting the Affiliate’s web site, </span><a href="http://www.nfbohio.org"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>http://www.nfbohio.org</span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'> and clicking or activating the “Donate” button. The Ohio Affiliate is known for selling M & M’s as fundraisers—particularly at exhibit hall at national conventions. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=14 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>At the request of Gloria Robinson, Robert Harris moved that the Chapter allocate $50 to the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio to cover the cost of State Convention. Christopher Sabine seconded, and the motion passed.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=15 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>At the request of President Gloria Robinson, Robert Harris made a motion that the Cincinnati Chapter allocate $10 per month to the National Federation of the Blind’s Preauthorized Contribution (PAC) plan, which funds all advocacy efforts on behalf of the national organization as well as the free white cane program. Dale Barta seconded. After very intense and vigorous discussion, Emily Pennington made a friendly amendment that the Chapter make a $5 contribution to PAC. The motion ultimately passed with the friendly amendment intact. After the motion passed, Robert Harris expressed that he will make a $60 to cover the cost of the Chapter’s contribution to the PAC plan.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=16 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>The August 2020 meeting of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cincinnati Chapter, was adjourned at approximately 3:29 P.M. on August 22 2020. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=17 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>The September 2020 meeting of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cincinnati Chapter will be held on Saturday September 26 2020 from 1:30 to 3:30 P.M. by telephone conference.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Respectfully Submitted,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Christopher Sabine<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Secretary<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>National Federation of the Blind of Ohio<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk49688063'>Cincinnati Chapter</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>