<html xmlns:v="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:vml" xmlns:o="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" xmlns:w="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:word" xmlns:m="http://schemas.microsoft.com/office/2004/12/omml" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40"><head><META HTTP-EQUIV="Content-Type" CONTENT="text/html; charset=us-ascii"><meta name=Generator content="Microsoft Word 15 (filtered medium)"><style><!--
/* Font Definitions */
@font-face
{font-family:SimSun;
panose-1:2 1 6 0 3 1 1 1 1 1;}
@font-face
{font-family:Mangal;
panose-1:0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0;}
@font-face
{font-family:"Cambria Math";
panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4;}
@font-face
{font-family:Calibri;
panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4;}
@font-face
{font-family:"\@SimSun";
panose-1:2 1 6 0 3 1 1 1 1 1;}
@font-face
{font-family:OpenSymbol;}
/* Style Definitions */
p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal
{margin:0in;
margin-bottom:.0001pt;
font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;
mso-fareast-language:HI;}
a:link, span.MsoHyperlink
{mso-style-priority:99;
color:#0563C1;
text-decoration:underline;}
a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed
{mso-style-priority:99;
color:#954F72;
text-decoration:underline;}
span.EmailStyle17
{mso-style-type:personal-compose;
font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;
color:windowtext;}
.MsoChpDefault
{mso-style-type:export-only;
font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;}
@page WordSection1
{size:8.5in 11.0in;
margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in;}
div.WordSection1
{page:WordSection1;}
/* List Definitions */
@list l0
{mso-list-id:1;
mso-list-template-ids:1;}
@list l0:level1
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l0:level2
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l0:level3
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l0:level4
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l0:level5
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l0:level6
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l0:level7
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l0:level8
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l0:level9
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1
{mso-list-id:2;
mso-list-template-ids:2;}
@list l1:level1
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1:level2
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1:level3
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1:level4
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1:level5
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1:level6
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1:level7
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1:level8
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l1:level9
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2
{mso-list-id:3;
mso-list-template-ids:3;}
@list l2:level1
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2:level2
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2:level3
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2:level4
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2:level5
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2:level6
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2:level7
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2:level8
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l2:level9
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3
{mso-list-id:4;
mso-list-template-ids:4;}
@list l3:level1
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3:level2
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3:level3
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3:level4
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3:level5
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3:level6
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3:level7
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3:level8
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l3:level9
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4
{mso-list-id:5;
mso-list-template-ids:5;}
@list l4:level1
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4:level2
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4:level3
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4:level4
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4:level5
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4:level6
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:1.75in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:1.75in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4:level7
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.0in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.0in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4:level8
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.25in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.25in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
@list l4:level9
{mso-level-number-format:bullet;
mso-level-text:\F0B7;
mso-level-tab-stop:2.5in;
mso-level-number-position:left;
margin-left:2.5in;
text-indent:-.25in;
mso-ascii-font-family:Symbol;
mso-hansi-font-family:Symbol;
mso-bidi-font-family:OpenSymbol;}
ol
{margin-bottom:0in;}
ul
{margin-bottom:0in;}
--></style><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
<o:shapedefaults v:ext="edit" spidmax="1026" />
</xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
<o:shapelayout v:ext="edit">
<o:idmap v:ext="edit" data="1" />
</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>NFB OF CONNECTICUT<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>BOARD MEETING MINUTES<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Sat. Jan. 8, 2022, Via Zoom 11:00 AM<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Meeting came to order at 11:03 AM.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Roll Call::President Maryanne Melley, 1<sup>st</sup> Vice-President Beth Rival, 2<sup>nd</sup> Vice-President Mary Silverberg, Treasurer Nathanael Wales, Secretary Becky Ireland, Board Members Deb Reed, Jim McCollum, Brian Martin, and Veronica Alston.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>We opened the meeting with the NFB pledge.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Treasurer's Report:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Nathanael reported the following:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>These numbers are as of Jan. 6, 2022<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Available Checking account Balance is $86,651.94<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Available Savings account is $52,573.33 ,<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Total General Fund(Our liquid assets) is $112,000.61<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Total Restricted funds is $27,224.61<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>The Blackford Fund: $1,489.36<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> This paid for NFB Newsline for November and December. We paid the 2021 bill from our treasury and then reimbursed ourselves when the Blackford Grant was paid.. The grant was for $5100 and Newsline cost $5,083.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Nathanael suggested using some of the surplus for limited outreach for NFB Newsline.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> The Demarest Fund: $7,547.65<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>We have enough funds to award this scholarship for the next two years.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>The Higley Fund: $1,334.95<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>An anonymous donor contributes to this fund very often. Nathanael will reach out and see if they would like to make a donation this year.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> Betty and Bruce Woodward scholarship Fund: $250<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> Nathanael recommended that we hold a fundraiser specifically for this fund.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> The Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL) Programs: $3,315.30<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> NFB Technology Fund: $1,835.19 <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>At Large Chapter: $223.50<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Waterbury Chapter: $142.05<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Connecticut Association of Blind Students: $847.41<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> We will continue to perpetually manage this account for the students.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>CT Association of Guide Dog Users: $472.05<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Southwest Chapter: $82.18<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Hartford Chapter: $111.05<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>State Convention Sponsorship Fund $0.00<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> These funds were used to pay convention expenses that were not covered by registration fees.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Zukowski Family Foundation Fund: $0.00<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Nathanael stated that he hopes the Zukowski Family Foundation will make a donation this year.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Deb Reed mentioned that the Zukowski Family Foundation will again be involved in the award program<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Nathanael stated, as he did in the last report, that we may see small decreases in our funds and that this has to do with the Pandemic. He stated that we still have donations coming in and that we are doing very well. He also stated that we will be able to subsidize needs for the Washington seminar and the National convention in New Orleans.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>A motion to accept the Treasurer's report was made by Mary Silverberg.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Seconded: Beth Rival<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Vote is Unanimous motion passes.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Reports:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>ABPVI (Advisory Board for Persons who are Visually Impaired) Mary Silverberg.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Mary reported the following:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>During the public comment part of the meeting Beth Rival asked several questions of the Board. Such as the hiring of a new director, if BESB is a separate commission, and services for Senior citizens. She was told the following: they haven't posted the position, BESB has been part of DORS for 11 years and that services were provided to 621 Senior citizens last year. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* For Blind Americans Equality Day BESB and DOT (Department of Transportation) partnered up to provide Aira services free to the Blind and was successful. It will be available under the grant for 18 months. Steve suggested having someone from Aira come and speak with us.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>*Steven Thal noted that there are several groups that have events the same month as Blind American Equality day. He suggested partnering up with these groups.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* Vocational Rehabilitation and the State Planning Board group have 9 members participating. The SRC has 6 members, and the advisory board has 3. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>*Commissioner Porter was asked about the high level of dept. heads up for retirement and how this will affect services. Hopefully these positions will be filled quickly, and the transition will go smoothly. We need a clear line of communication to make sure services are being provided.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* Mr. Sampson reported that there are currently 19 out of 27 enterprise programs still going in the Business Enterprise program. There were a few changes due to poor business in smaller communities. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* Voc Rehab has one position open, not yet filled, for Transition Coordinator. There were two new hires Christiana Tyma for Regional Technologist and Stacie Ann Lewis for Voc Rehab Counselor. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li></ul><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>There is a backload of Visual Services we have only 8 doctors many have retired. It is very difficult and time consuming to replace them.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* Child Services had a decrease in enrollment. There were some concerns about what services and kinds of support required in the future. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* Catherine Summ said they have been 930 clients in Children services per year, over the last few years. She attributed the decrease in referrals to the Pandemic last year. This year the referrals has gone back up.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Comments:<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Pres. Melley stated that we should continue to push Amy Porter to replace Brian Sigman and to make sure the service for blind individuals is not lost. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Nathanael agreed with Maryanne. He suggested they let us help get the word out. In our networks to help fill these positions.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Members had a brief discussion about asking Amy Porter to send us updates for job openings. Pres. Melley will email Amy with our request.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>BCAC (Bureau of Consumer Advocacy Committee): Corrine Herlth<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>No report was given. <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>This committee doesn't meet until Jan. 24, 2022. She will give a report at our next meeting.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>SRC (State Rehabilitative Counsel): Deb Reed<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Deb reported the following:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>*As of their December meeting they still had 3 openings including the position of director.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>$19,000 was paid to CCSU to do a Consumer Satisfaction Survey for 2021 for the VOC Rehab program. Mary Burgard revealed the survey was given only to those clients who achieved employment success. Out of 800 clients only 56 were surveyed leaving a large gap. Members agreed that changes should be made to the survey and a focused group was formed.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>*On Jan. 20<sup>th</sup> the State Plan work group will meet to address goals concerning innovation and expansion funds. They will vote on the State plan at their March 23<sup>rd</sup> meeting.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>*VOC Rehab partnered with the American Jobs Center to hold the 9<sup>th</sup> annual Resource Event; this event was offered online. There was a mentoring day, and a presentation was held for students, parents, and professionals.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>*Chair Dawn Russell reported that Connecticut ranks in the top 4 states for skills gained, job retention, higher earnings, and how people exit the program successfully.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* Shonda Rosetta and her Voc rehab Counselor Mr. Mendoza, after filling out an inaccessible application, has achieved employment at an Amazon Fulfillment Center. She has access to Aira and Orcam to assist her on the job. She works two 10 hour days a week and advocates for the blind every opportunity that comes along on the job. Congratulations to Shonda.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Comments:<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Pres. Melley expressed her concerns about such a one-sided survey and the fact it didn't reflect a true impartial opinion.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Members discussed their concerns about the survey and its misleading results. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Shonda talked about a few problems she has at Amazon accommodating her needs. She is working with them to accomplish these needs for herself and her fellow employees.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>PAC Plan (Preauthorized Contribution Plan)- Len Schlenk<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Len reported the following:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>We are doing about the same and that has been no change in donations.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* He asked the President of each chapter to forward him a list of their active and non-active members. This will make it easier for him to call members and encourage them to donate.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* He said if you would like to sign up for the PAC plan you can contact him at </span></b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><a href="mailto:lfs40@optonline.net"><b>lfs40@optonline.net</b></a><b>.<o:p></o:p></b></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>* He reminded everyone that its only $5 a month. So please consider signing up for the program.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Comments:<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Pres. Melley also encouraged members to become part of the PAC plan.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> Robert Davis asked, “What does the PAC plan do?”<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Pres. Melley replied that the money from the plan goes to NFB programs such as White Cane program, the Bell program, scholarships, to help pay for legal fees when needed and many other programs that help the blind.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>The Federationist- Brianna Rigsbee<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>No report was given.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Brianna was not present.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>New Business:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> BELL Academy- Beth stated that this year National is doing their home edition and the theme is “Music”. The program will take place from July 18<sup>th</sup> to Aug. 5<sup>th</sup>. Each state will be able to do a short local edition. They currently have only 2 mentors if you would like to volunteer let Beth know as soon as possible.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Kristen announced that she received a $300 donation for the BELL program from the Italian-American Women’s Club. She will send the money to Nathanael.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>State Legislation update for Blind Services:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Beth stated that right now the legislation requires services for ages 14 and up. She feels that they should follow regulations similar to New Jersey. Their services are from infancy and up. Her other problem is Amy Porter and her failure to commitment. Even though she posted many job openings she failed to post anything for Director or his Secretary.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Members discussed how we can advocate for these changes and be sure a new Director is hired for BESB. Members decided to start putting pressure on them by sending letters to our State Senators and Representatives expressing our concerns and updating the law<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Washington Seminar:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Pres. Melley stated that we may not be going to Washington DC. She said that our Senators and 2 of our Representatives will be meeting with us via Zoom she still waiting to hear from the 3 remaining Representatives. If all meetings are virtual President Riccobono asked members not to come. However, Lizzy Capelli, who was chosen by NABS, will attend a training seminar at the hotel in Washington DC. Pres. Melley mentioned that she will be going to Baltimore for Presidential training. Before the seminar John Pare will hold a workshop going over the issues we will be bringing to their attention. <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Students Scholarship Forms:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>First Nathanael amended his Treasurers report. He left out the following:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>The Cummins Fund $9,473 <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>$2500 is awarded each year to a worthy applicant. It was not awarded this year.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Nathanael suggested we make a couple changes to our application forms. These changes will align us closer to what National does. The changes are: <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Remove the financial needs requirement. This will prevent BESB and similar organizations from denying further financial assistance.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> * Change winners to finalists. This will encourage them to come and participate in the state convention where they will be awarded their scholarships at the banquet. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>A motion to remove the financial needs requirement and to change winners to finalists was made by Beth Rival.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Seconded: Nathanael Wales <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Vote was unanimous motion passes. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Pres. Melley mentioned that Lenny Schlenk would like to have a table at the national convention. He would like to raffle off a quilt and sell other items he made. Lenny described the quilt and pillows he makes. He will send a picture of the quilt to the members. A decision will be made at our April meeting.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Chapter News:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Shoreline Chapter– Len Schlenk:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Lenny reported Their last meeting was in November. In December they had a Christmas party. They are continuing to meet in person and their next meeting will be on Feb. 15<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Central CT. Chapter Deb Reed<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Deb reported they had their Christmas party. They enjoyed sandwich wraps, pasta salad, and Christmas cookies for dessert. One Highlight was Anne West reading the original version of Twas the Night Before Christmas. Kristen brought in a braille copy of the story for her to read. Their next meeting will be on February 12<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>At Large Chapter- Jim Cronin:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Jim reported they had speakers from BESB, one a mobility instructor and a legislature advisor. They talked about what is happening at BESB. They had a holiday session during their last meeting discussing their favorite holiday moments. Their next meeting is coming up later this month and will have a speaker from Aira<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Brian Mackey stated that he can protect the Board Members emails. He can remove our emails from the website and go to a Contact Us form. Brian described the Contact Us form and how it works. Members asked several questions and are satisfied this is the best way to go. Brian will update the website and make the changes to our scholarship forms.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Student Division update.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Brian Martin stated they are looking into the best way to network with the students and starting up their mentoring program again. They feel with better contact, more students will join them for their on call meetings.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Rich Ireland mentioned an article that read on Facebook. It was about helping the blind with the at home test kit for COVID. The article states that Accessible Pharmacy, the NFB, and Be My Eyes have teamed up to assist the blind to take the test. You can call the pharmacy through Be My Eyes and they will walk you through the process. He sent a copy of the article to Pres. Melley. <o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Our next Board meeting will be on April 9, 2022, hosted by the Southern Connecticut Chapter from 11 AM to 3 PM.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Meeting adjourned at 2:45 PM.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Respectfully submitted by,<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Becky Ireland<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Secretary<o:p></o:p></span></b></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> NFB of CT. </span></b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-fareast-language:EN-US'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>